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As an icon rises along the Vanderbilt Beach skyline, it represents a rare expression of perfection—the only Ritz-Carlton-branded residences in Naples, recently named the best place to live in the U.S. by U.S. News & World Report . It’s a marriage that brings together masterfully crafted residences, 50,000 square feet of sublime amenities, the endless charms of Naples, and the thoughtful service of The Ritz-Carlton.
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FACES OF FIFTH
Meet successful business owners who enrich Naples’ historic business district and find out how the local culinary scene is expanding
ART & HOME
Dozens of galleries and home design shops offer fine art, gifts, one-of-a-kind imports, and home decor
GLOW & GLAMOUR
Need to refresh? There are many options for indulging in personalized pampering
STYLE HUB
Unique boutiques offer couture fashions, high-end jewelry, and resort wear
SAVOR THE AVENUE
A handy dining guide to the delectable menu of fine and casual restaurants on the avenue
THE SCENE: ARTS & CULTURE
From performances to community events to outdoor art shows, year-round entertainment keeps the avenue humming
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Photography: Samantha Bloom
On the Cover: Samantha Bloom, the owner of Gallery One, expanded the 30-year-old gallery in 2024 and installed the outdoor giraffe sculpture created by Frederick Prescott, who she represents.
THE COSMOPOLITAN NAPLES Heartbeat of
Inn on Fifth, perfectly positioned on famous 5th Avenue South, is a testament to the sophistication of Old Naples. The Inn’s beautifully appointed accommodations exude comfort and elegance. Designed with a love for the arts, guests enjoy clean and modern lines throughout the hotel. The lovely courtyard, featuring a shimmering pool and spa, is a hidden gem. For a rejuvenating experience, guests visit Spa on Fifth, a serene hideaway within the hotel. Two of Naples’ finest restaurants call the Inn on Fifth home. Ocean Prime and Truluck’s are wildly popular for their sumptuous coastal fare, fresh seafood, and legendary steaks. Just outside of the Inn lies a neighborhood full of culture and charm.
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Invite your taste buds for a dining adventure of award-winning recipes. Located in the heart of Fifth Avenue South, our dynamic patio, dining room, and vibrant bar offer the perfect atmosphere for lunch, dinner, and late-night dining. With daily live entertainment at 8:30 pm, we have combined authentic cuisine with a true experience. With monthly musical features, we have perfected dinner and a show dynamically with headliners like Alex Fox and Operatic Ghaleb, and our Flamenco Arabian Nights. Vergina on 5th Avenue South, is more than just a family restaurant, we are a lasting tradition.
DESTINATION PARADISE... on Fifth Avenue South
Welcome to the vibrant Fifth Avenue South and the 11th annual issue of our magazine. This guide to our historic main street is a treasure trove of engaging feature stories and advertisements highlighting our diverse family of more than 250 businesses. From art galleries and chic boutiques to fine dining and craft cocktail bars to ice cream shops and live theater, our historic avenue, which celebrated its centennial anniversary in 2023, offers something for everyone.
Situated between Naples Bay and the glistening Gulf of Mexico, Fifth Avenue South easily transports you through paradise with its unique blend of laidback tropic casual, sophistication, and old Florida nostalgic charm. Just a leisurely walk from one end of Fifth to the other, and you are smitten. Its magnetic draw will bring you back time and again.
With more than 3.8 million visits annually, Fifth Avenue South is the No. 1 shopping district in Collier County, No. 3 in the Sunshine State, and 47th nationally. Our residents and visitors from across the country and worldwide flock to Fifth to enjoy world-class cuisine and award-winning wines, distinctive shopping, and incredible galleries with extraordinary local artists.
Meg Stepanian Executive Director
Fifth Avenue South Business Improvement District
Christopher Shucart President
Fifth Avenue South Business Improvement District
The marketing and management arm of the avenue is the Fifth Avenue South Business Improvement District—or the BID as we call it—is funded by the avenue property owners and is responsible for promoting our collective brand, assuring our businesses succeed, contributing to the Naples economy, and playing a significant role in the values and culture of our community. With established traditions, parades, iconic car shows, and Evenings on Fifth, where live musicians serenade residents and visitors alike as they stroll along the avenue, the BID provides our community with a gathering place for thousands to celebrate and families to create cherished memories. The avenue is closed to traffic and families enjoy a quintessential two-day holiday event during the annual Christmas Walk set against a magical backdrop.
So, whether you frequent Fifth or it’s your first visit, we hope you adore Fifth Avenue South as much as we do. Be sure to share your experiences with us by tagging us on social media @5thavenuesouth. Our fifthavenuesouth.com website is a hub of information about our members and their offerings. This slice of paradise awaits you!
We are excited to announce the expansion and rebranding of Roma Restaurant to Ottimo on 5th-Cucina & Bar. Located on 5th Avenue in beautiful Naples, Ottimo continues to offer the essence of modern Italian cuisine with a stunning bar. Our new vision includes an expanded menu featuring delicious dishes, expertly paired with an exceptional variety of wines, crafted cocktails, and decadent desserts. With elegant decor, impeccable service, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere, Ottimo promises to leave a lasting impression and create unforgettable memories. We invite you to join us on this exciting new chapter. Come and taste the excellence at Ottimo, where every meal is a celebration of flavor, tradition, and innovation.
A Very Special Sauce
TALENTED CHEFS AND INNOVATIVE RESTAURATEURS FUEL THE AVENUE’S REPUTATION AS A FOODIE PARADISE
With more than three dozen restaurants, cafés, sweet shops, and bars, Fifth Avenue South has been a regional gastronomic epicenter that draws foodies from near and far for four decades. A launching pad for chefs and restaurateurs who have gone on to expand their innovative concepts, it is a sought-after hot spot for proprietors with an eye on opening new crowd favorites. Exciting developments over the past year are proof of the dining scene’s dynamism.
In 2023, Phelan Family Brands acquired three decades-old landmarks— Pazzo! Cucina Italiana, Chops City Grill, and Yabba Island Grill. The family-owned restaurant group gave Yabba a multimillion-dollar makeover and a new concept as Keewaydin’s on Fifth, which opened in January 2024 with a focus on fresh sea-
food. Pazzo! and Chops City Grill remain tried-and-true favorites under the locally headquartered Phelan Family Brands, founded more than 25 years ago.
Chef Vincenzo Betulia, the award-winning co-founder of Campagna Hospitality Group, began with Osteria Tulia in 2013 and has added three more restaurants on the avenue—Bar Tulia, The French Brasserie Rustique, and most recently, Rouge Clandestine Steak. In the past two years, he also launched Tulia Catering and hired an executive pastry chef for his restaurants.
Diners already enjoy two of Cameron Mitchell Restaurants’ fine-dining venues on the avenue, Ocean Prime and Del Mar. In 2025, the restaurant group is introducing its latest concept: Prime Social, a lively rooftop lounge with indoor and outdoor seating serving oysters, sushi
rolls, and light bites. Prime Social will be located on the third floor above Chops City Grill at the corner of Sixth Street South, where patrons can savor panoramic views.
NEW ON THE AVENUE
Bontà Bakery 824 Fifth Ave. S., Ste. 2 Keewaydin’s on Fifth 711 Fifth Ave. S. Le Colonial 457 Fifth Ave. S. LoLa 41o 560 Ninth St. S.
Rouge Clandestine Steak 365 Fifth Ave. S.
Hungry? Check out Savor the Avenue Dining Guide on page 48
Seated left to right: Vincenzo Betulia, Campagna Hospitality Group; David LaMarca, Ocean Prime; Marcello Palazzi, Campagna Hospitality Group
Standing left to right: Massi Tonni, La Trattoria; Veljko Pavicevic, Sails Restaurant; Rick Giannasi, Del Mar Naples; and Grant Phelan, Jennifer Castellani, Jon Roberson, Phelan Family Brands
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Buon Appetito!
EDMOND AND LEDIA METAJ ARE EXPANDING THEIR HOSPITALITY WITH A NEW RESTAURANT OFFERING AN OTTIMO CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE AND MODERN ITALIAN CUISINE
With 30 years of experience in hospitality, Edmond and Ledia Metaj decided to launch their own venture when they took over Roma Italian Bistro & Pizzeria in 2020.
Edmond had worked in many roles with several high-profile establishments in Collier County and wanted to bring his 15 years of customer service excellence with The Ritz-Carlton, Naples to his own clientele. “It was my dream to be on Fifth Avenue South,” he says. Roma had been a basic pizzeria on Fifth Avenue South for more than 10 years before the Metajs “changed everything,” he says. “We’ve worked hard to make this place shine.”
They expanded the menu to highlight their house-made piccata, marsala, marinara, and Bolognese sauces. “The sauce is the key ingredient,” he says. Their signature dishes—including mushroom risotto drizzled with truffle oil, meatballs, lobster ravioli, and chicken parmigiana—alongside a tasty array of pizzas, have built a loyal following. “Everything is fresh and delicious,” he says. “My goal was to be one of the hot spots, a small one. Attention to customers is our No. 1 priority. When you come for the first time, you feel like you’ve been here forever.” Adds Ledia, “It feels like home.”
Thirty years ago, the Metajs emigrated to the United States
and moved to the Naples area more than 20 years ago. They are originally from Albania, which is across the Adriatic Sea from the boot of Italy and explains their passion for the cuisine. “We grew up with Italian food, music, and culture,” Ledia says. They both speak Italian, too.
Their following has grown so much that they are relocating to a larger space on the avenue, with plans to be open by December 2024. During season, he explains, “it’s impossible to accommodate everyone. A lot of people come and can’t find a seat.”
With the move to 409 Fifth Ave. S. comes a new name: Ottimo on 5th—Cucina & Bar. (Ottimo means excellent, optimal, or optimum in Italian.) With a full bar, expanded dining area, and larger kitchen, they will focus on modern Italian cuisine and offer an expansive list of wine, beer, and craft cocktails. It gives them more space, he notes, “to make more happy customers.”
FIND THEM AT:
THROUGH DECEMBER 1
Roma Italian Bistro & Pizzeria
655 Fifth Ave. S., #6601
DECEMBER 2024 AND BEYOND Ottimo on 5th-Cucina & Bar
409 Fifth Ave. S.
Modern Metamorphosis
COCOON GALLERY’S ONE-OF-A-KIND, ORGANIC DESIGNS HAVE SPREAD TO PALM BEACH AFTER GENERATING A HIGH DEMAND IN NAPLES
Mitchell Siegel travels the world, bringing back exotic wood and precious minerals to create one-of-a-kind furnishings and statement pieces, which he calls “functional art.” Cocoon Gallery’s pieces are crafted from organic materials sourced from remote parts of the globe. The founder of Cocoon, Siegel holds a permit to import exotic species of wood from Southeast Asia, Brazil, and other tropical locations.
After two decades in Greenwich, Connecticut, Siegel and his partner bought a building on Fifth Avenue South and opened his shop in January 2020 after doing a flyover of the city to inspect its growth from an aerial perspective. His downtown gallery “was a success from opening the door—and has been ever since,” he says.
In 2022, he moved the Greenwich woodshop to Naples, establishing a 25,000-square-foot workshop and warehouse where artisans transform the raw materials into sculptures, wall art, shell lamps, striking root sculptures, and geode crystal, agate, and jasper accessories. The design team specializes in live-edge dining and coffee tables and hand-carved teak tables and consoles. Cocoon offers proprietary crushed Capiz shell wall plates with inlay and a resin finish that create a focal point.
At the workshop, the artisans also customize pieces for shoppers, interior designers, and architects. Buyers can see an array of finished products and materials, and watch their own pieces being made. “It’s a fascinating place to see,” says Siegel, the creative force behind Cocoon. “Every day is something new. We’re creative here.”
Since the beginning, Cocoon has focused on sustainability. Siegel emphasizes that he sources fallen trees— and a new tree is planted for each one removed from the wilds. In the creative, talented hands of Cocoon artisans, these natural treasures undergo a metamorphosis into modern, functional art destined to become heirloom statement pieces.
Siegel’s success in Naples inspired him to open a store in Palm Beach along with another workshop in West Palm Beach on Florida’s East Coast in January 2024.
WHAT HAS LED TO YOUR SUCCESS IN NAPLES?
We felt our type of merchandise would work very well— and it has. We put a lot of effort and time into the production of inventory that this market demands. They don’t come for one item but for many pieces.
—Mitchell Siegel, Founder, Cocoon Gallery
FACES OF FIFTH
Another Leap for Beauty
NAPLES SOAP COMPANY, A PIONEERING HEALTH AND WELLNESS BRAND, IS BOUNDING HIGHER WITH NASA’S 3D BIOMETRIC TECHNOLOGY
It all began when Deanna Wallin, a local registered nurse, struggled to find reliable remedies for her eczema and psoriasis. With a bathroom cabinet filled with ineffective lotions and ointments, she decided to create her own natural, organic skin care products. In 2009, Wallin launched Naples Soap Company with a small shop in Tin City. Today, Naples Soap Company has 13 retail locations in Florida and its products are distributed to 300 wholesale clients, including boutiques, hotels, and spas (such as the Spa on Fifth at the Inn on Fifth). Wallin reports that her brand has expanded to 600 products—including therapeutic bath bombs, allergen-free parfum, loofah and eczema soaps, body scrubs, shower spray, and shampoo and hair conditioner bars.
And there’s more in store. She has launched a sensitive skin care line called Grow Beautii that will be sold in major national retail chains including department and big box stores and pharmacies. Grow Beautii will include mild cleaners and soothing moisturizers specially formulated for users of all ages with skin conditions. Product formulas will include premium, all-natural ingredients that soothe the skin, including goat’s milk, coconut oil, sea salt,
witch hazel, and aloe vera.
Wallin also is creating a new line incorporating 3D stem cell formulas utilizing technology developed by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) for use in personal care products. “Stem cells grown in standard labs are typically grown in a 2D petri dish setting,” according to Wallin. “Naples Soap Company will use superior ingredients generated from 3D stem cells grown in a NASA-designed, zero-gravity bioreactor in Florida.”
The proprietary complex combines 33 different components to nourish the skin, such as hyaluronic acid, vital nutrients, amino acids, and proteins including collagen and cytokines—growth factors that stimulate cell growth and tissue repair. “We are beyond excited to launch our new line providing cutting-edge products our customers expect and deserve,” says Wallin
WHAT DO YOU LIKE ABOUT OWNING A BUSINESS ON FIFTH AVENUE SOUTH?
The people—absolutely the people. It’s always lively and the people are engaging. It’s always nice to do business with people who are in a good mood. They’re on vacation or going to dinner with friends and family. That’s where we thrive. Our customer base makes it feel like home for us.
—Deanna Wallin, CEO & Founder, Naples Soap Company
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A Treasure Trove
THE FAMILY-OWNED PEACH TREE DESIGNS HAS BEEN AN AVENUE GO-TO FOR UNIQUE HOME ACCESSORIES AND FURNISHINGS FOR MORE THAN TWO DECADES
Judy and Bob Collins had two successful stores in Cape Cod when they began scouting a new location to escape the frigid New England winters. After a 1996 visit to Naples, the following year they opened Peach Tree Designs on Fifth Avenue South, where they’ve thrived. In 2002, they acquired the space next door and doubled in size.
In Massachusetts, Judy got her start by painting her designs to create one-of-a-kind baskets, home accessories, and small furnishings, which she sold to Cape Cod shops and eventually through the Neiman Marcus catalog. Judy, who earned a degree in fashion design, “has always been a very creative person,” says daughter Stacie Carroll. When Judy and Bob decided to relocate their boutique to Naples, “they enlisted my help to open the store shortly after I returned from a long backpacking trip around Europe,” recalls Stacie, who earned a business degree at the University of New Hampshire. “What I thought would be a short, two-year commitment turned into 27 years!”
With an extensive selection of unusual merchandise, gifts, and home accessories, the Wall Street Journal has called the shop “a treasure trove of a home store.” Peach Tree Designs also works closely with interior designers, providing them with
WHAT DO YOU LIKE ABOUT BEING IN A FAMILY BUSINESS?
Are you kidding me? I get to work with my best friends! They are truly wonderful people and role models. We have the most fun traveling together on buying trips. Although it’s technically work, it never feels like it.
—Stacie Carroll, Manager, Peach Tree Designs
to-the-trade access to wholesale lines and support in executing their projects.
Today, Judy and Bob are semi-retired, spending half the year working at the Naples store. As the full-time manager, Stacie wears many hats. “On any given day, I could be the delivery driver, warehouse manager, merchandise buyer, head of human resources, director of marketing—you name it,” she says.
Since opening their doors, the family team has emphasized personalized customer service in an inspiring, warm atmosphere. “We cannot imagine being anywhere else but Fifth Avenue South,” Stacie says. “Whether you’re a local or a tourist, you’re simply happy to be here, so interacting with our customers is always a pleasure.”
Bistro 821 located on the trendy and cosmopolitan Fifth Avenue South, in the heart of Naples, is the longest running restaurant on Fifth Avenue South. We are a neighborhood gem where locals and visitors alike come to dine. Our menu offers a variety of fresh seafood, choice steaks and house-made risottos. We source the finest ingredients available from locally owned and operated vendors. Our creative cocktails and mouthwatering meals will leave you wanting more!
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An Adventure in the Arts:
An Adventure in the Arts:
The Guild Hall Collection
The Guild Hall Collection
Nov 9,2024 - Jan 2,2025
Nov 9,2024 - Jan 2,2025
Art in Balance: Matisse & His
Art in Balance: Matisse & His
Illustrated Works
Illustrated Works
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New Year's Art Fair
New Year's Art Fair
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Art & Home
HOME DESIGN
COCOON Founder Mitchell Siegel curates organic materials that are transformed into one-of-a-kind home statement pieces and furniture. Cocoon also offers Brazilian geodes, Indonesian root sculptures, and more. 602 Fifth Ave. S., 239.263.8889
DESIGN WEST This high-end, award-winning interior design firm led by founder Glenn Midnet has been a community fixture for decades. 445 Fifth Ave. S., Ste. 200, 239. 514.1234
STONE & MOSAIC GARDEN
Home to dazzling, handcrafted silverplated chandeliers, and marble sculptures. 776 Fifth Ave. S., 239.231.9805
ART
ALDO CASTILLO GALLERY Serving designers, private collectors, and museums, this contemporary gallery offers paintings, photography, drawings, sculpture, works on paper, digital art, and installations by established international artists. 634 Fifth Ave. S., 312.375.8887
ART ON FIFTH AVE NAPLES, A PROCACCINI GALLERY Originals and limited-edition giclée prints of Florida-based and international artists and photographers. 600 Fifth Ave. S., Ste. 101, 239.304.8999
DAVID K. BEAVIS FINE ART Featuring the award-winning fine-art photos of owner David K. Beavis who captures the grandeur of nature and architecture. 491 Fifth Ave. S., 239.529.1503
EMILY JAMES ART GALLERY
PEACH TREE DESIGNS This family-run boutique has an extensive selection of home accessories, fine furniture, artwork, lighting, mirrors, silk florals, and unusual gifts. 407 Fifth Ave. S., 239.643.4202
This 39-year-old gallery boasts a diverse inventory of nineteenth and earlytwentieth century oil paintings, sculptures, and contemporary artworks. It also proFIND FINE ART, HOME DECOR, ANTIQUES, GIFTS, AND ONE-OF-A-KIND IMPORTS ON THE AVENUE
PERSIAN GALLERIES Source a wide array of opulent Persian rugs. 365 Fifth Ave. S., Ste. 102, 239.263.3835
Well-known for her Naples vignettes and custom art, Emily James creates award-winning Florida landscapes, underwater scenes, portraits, and abstract pieces in watercolors, acrylics, and oils. 720 Fifth Ave. S., Ste. 111, 239.529.6001
EYDEL FINE ARTS GALLERY A family-owned business passionate about offering high-quality, fun artwork. Owner Alina Eydel‘s paintings and glass bead mosaics are represented along with the 2D and 3D works of more than a dozen other artists. 800 Fifth Ave. S., Ste. 101, 239.273.7677
GALLERY ONE More than 300 artists are represented in this newly expanded, 32-year-old gallery, which showcases an extensive collection of colorful art glass, sculpture, original paintings, artisan jewelry, and Judaica. 765 Fifth Ave. S., 239.263.0835
NAPLES ART INSTITUTE A creative force in the community as the Naples Art Association since 1954, the institute hosts professionally curated exhibitions and outdoor art festivals. Find jewelry, handbags, note cards, pottery, glass, and more in the gift shop. 585 Park St., 239.262.6517
NATIVE VISIONS GALLERIES Contemporary and traditional fine environmental art in a variety of mediums featuring stunning African and North American wildlife, landscapes, Everglades vistas, birdlife, seascapes, and botanicals. Native Visions’ expansive collection includes masterful original paintings and limited editions, along with sculptures in stone, leadwood, bronze, verdite, and Murano glass. 737 Fifth Ave. S., 239.643.3785
SHAW GALLERY This 36-year-old fine art gallery offers an ever-changing display of paintings, sculpture, and art glass made by more than 40 nationally and internationally distinguished artists. 761 Fifth Ave. S., 239.261.7828
SHELDON FINE ART The breadth of this collection spans from classical maritime scenes, seascapes, and landscapes to abstract and emerging contemporary art by more than 200 American and international artists. It also coordinates commissions and provides curating services. 460 Fifth Ave. S., 239.649.6255
THE STADIUM GALLERY Licensed panoramic prints depicting historic events in baseball, basketball, football, hockey, auto racing, tennis, college sports, and regional items of interest. 612 Fifth Ave. S., 239.529.2223
COINS & COLLECTIBLES
NAPLES COINS & JEWELRY This shop deals in rare currency and bullion, appraises collectibles, buys and sells jewelry made of precious metals, and offers jewelry mounted with historic coins. 300 Fifth Ave. S., Ste. 111, 239.262.0700
GIFTS
ARABESQUE OF NAPLES The motto of this fine stationer is “elevate the ordinary.” Arabesque’s broad collection features luxurious and creative invitations, social and business stationery, fine writing instruments, desk accessories, tabletop and leather
goods, and greeting cards. Also find a tempting array of unique, quality-crafted gifts. 350 Fifth Ave. S., 239.403.0043
BEST OF EVERYTHING Find sterling silver and fashion jewelry, handbags, scarves, hair accessories, sunglasses, gifts, and plush toys in a fun ambience. 747 Fifth Ave. S., 239.262.8771
THE BLUE MUSSEL A purveyor of rare seashells, coral, handmade jewelry, and gifts from around the world including South Pacific coral, fossilized shark teeth, ammonites, and Zapotec carvings from Mexico. 757 Fifth Ave. S., 239.262.4814
BRAMBLES ENGLISH TEA ROOM & GIFT SHOP Relax with a traditional British afternoon tea before browsing the gift shop showcasing bone china imported from England, 50-plus flavors of tea, cozies, tidies, strainers, teapots, books, and more. 340 Fifth Ave. S., Ste. 102, 239.262.7894
REGATTA There’s a little something for everyone in the family and on your souvenir list: home decor, whimsical gifts, handbags, jewelry, T-shirts, hats, and clothing. 760 Fifth Ave. S., 239.262.3929
Emily James Gallery
5TH AVE NAIL SPA Men and women are pampered with manicures and pedicures by an attentive team in a Zen environment. 800 Fifth Ave. S., Ste. 103, 239.732.6245
AROMA360 With more than 40 fragrances, Aroma360 offers scented oils, diffusers, room sprays, candles, and other accessories for homes and businesses. Learn about aromachology— the study of humans’ psychological and physiological responses to scents. 300 Fifth Ave. S., Ste. 107, 239.330.6276
AYAN DENTISTRY Dr. Darlenn G. Ayan, awarded the Master of the Academy of General Dentistry, provides all phases of general and restorative dentistry with an emphasis on cosmetic, implant, and comprehensive care. She is an official Invisalign provider. Patients of all ages are welcome. 900 Fifth Ave. S., Ste. 204, 239.732.9000
BEAUTY FRIZZ NAPLES SKIN-
Glow & Glamour
PERSONALIZED PAMPERING ON NAPLES’ HISTORIC MAIN STREET
CARE CLINIC Facial services offered include LED skin tightening, non-surgical face/neck radio frequency, microneedling, and exfoliating and hydrating facials, as well as dry sauna and Emsculpt-stimulation body treatments. 663 Fifth Ave. S., 239.302.5076
BLUEMERCURY Best-selling luxury brands, innovative beauty products and honest, expert beauty and skin care advice. 505 Fifth Ave. S., Ste. A, 239.231.1144
FOR THE HEALTH OF IT Lori Hamilton-Moro is a fitness and wellness trainer, consultant, and licensed massage therapist certified in meridian massage, which focuses on acupressure points. 300 Fifth Ave. S., Ste. 207, 239.262.5591
MBS BEAUTY STUDIO AND SPA With more than 30 years of experience, San-
dra Cespedes is a color specialist with mastery in balayage. She also provides keratin and hair-care treatments, nonsurgical hair replacement and extensions, and event styling. 350 Fifth Ave. S., Ste. 203, 239. 200.2123
MED SPA ON 5TH A luxurious
medical skin care boutique offering body contouring, IV vitamin infusion, microneedling and skin remodeling, permanent makeup, and Semaglutide weight-loss treatments under the guidance of Dr. Matthew Glenn, DO. 300 Fifth Ave. S., Ste. 209, 239.331.3693
Tina Hallett Urban Meditation
THE MIND SPA Licensed clinical psychologist Lauren K. Mason, PhD, helps children and adults manage or resolve anxiety using an integrated approach of cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness-based cognitive therapy. 365 Fifth Ave. S., 239.307.0886
NAPLES SOAP COMPANY Natural skin care products for the body, face, hair, and sensitive skin. 614 Fifth Ave. S., 239.302.6909
OLIVER’S BARBER SHOP Matthew Oliver cuts hair the old-fashioned way–a true barber shop for adults and children! 824 Fifth Ave. S., 239.293.2993
PAINT NAIL BAR Go for the Uptown Girl (or Guy) for a luxurious treatment or the Lickety-Split services on your lunch hour. Upgrade with a no-chip, non-toxic gel lacquer finish and other add-ons. Ceramic, jet-less water basins provide sanitary pedicures. 515 Fifth Ave. S., 239.263.6674
PROJECT GLAMMERS BY DR. IRENE GLADSTEIN Naples is the third location for this nationally recognized medical spa founded by oculoplastic surgeon Irene Gladstein, MD. The menu of surgical and non-surgical procedures offered is extensive. 898 Fifth Ave. S., Ste. 204, 877.208.2882
ROOTS BEAUTY STUDIO & SOUTHERN EXPOSURE HAIR SALON Appointments are recommended at this family-owned salon that’s been providing top-notch hairstyling for 26 years.
Roots offers a unique experience catering to exactly what each client desires, from a blowout to a color correction. 720 Fifth Ave. S., Ste. 109, 239.263.1888
SALON EAST NAPLES A Hamptons original, award-winning colorist and owner JoAnn Gustafson helms this customer-centric hair salon. She believes “feeling beautiful” should be accessible to everyone. 524 Park St., 239.977.2100
SALONS BY JC NAPLES Savvy planners can have their hair, nails, and eyebrows refined in a single visit to Salons by JC, home to more than 39 beauty and wellness suites where 50 specialists offer a generous array of services. 800 Fifth Ave. S., Ste. 201, 239.290.2894
SHE SHE ON 5TH BLOW DRY LOFT & SALON Whether it’s a simple blowout, fancy updo for a special event, or pampering for a bridal party, She She on 5th has you top of mind. Nourish your hair by adding a treatment to any blowout. 300 Fifth Ave. S., Ste. 213, 239.307.4604
SPA ON FIFTH AT INN ON FIFTH
Soothing treatments for men and women, including couple’s massage, and a
unique variety of spa services, including a steam sauna and fitness center are offered at the spa located on the third floor of the world-class Inn on Fifth. 699 Fifth Ave. S., 239.280.2777
SVETLANA KOGAN, MD This board-certified medical doctor with 20plus years of clinical experience fuses Western and Eastern healing systems to provide holistic, concierge care that includes weight management, pulsed electromagnetic field treatments for chronic disorders, and vitamin, herbal, and homeopathic therapies. 720 Fifth Ave. S., Ste. 209, 239.676.6883
URBAN MEDITATION Tune out the noise and tune into yourself during 30-minute guided meditation classes enhanced with crystals, essential oils, and a lava rock therapy floor. Classes start every 60 minutes. 541 Fifth Ave. S., 239.315.5501
ZAZÚ SALON This luxury hair salon is staffed with expertly trained stylists who have 10 or more years of experience. Services include cuts, color, blowouts, and styling for men and women. 445 Fifth Ave. S., Ste. 205, 239.999.9298
Style Hub
COUTURE ESSENTIALS, FINE JEWELRY, SWIMWEAR, AND CHIC RESORT WEAR— CURATE YOUR WARDROBE ON FIFTH AVENUE SOUTH
APPAREL
ACQUAMARINA DI NAPLES You won’t dread bathing suit shopping here, where you can choose from a wide array of contour-shaping styles and colors. 698 Fifth Ave. S., 239.331.8632
ALICE SIMONE This eclectic inventory veers from casual to cute to sassy blouses, short skirts, pants, handbags, and hats. 797 Fifth Ave. S., 239.595.7557
ALLY BUCKLEY Quality, on-trend fashion at affordable prices for women of all ages. 300 Fifth Ave. S., Ste. 113, 206.877.3406
BACK OF THE BAY Breezy, colorful, functional, and sophisticated resort wear by Lulu-B, Lior Paris and Alisha.D Travelwear, Wearables| XCVI, and Crystalady. 616 Fifth Ave. S., 239.649.7695
BRANDY MELVILLE A hip Italian fashion brand offering fun, casual clothing, basics, and graphic tees for teens—with
each piece available in only one or two sizes (extra small, small, or oversized). 555 Fifth Ave. S., Ste. 101, 239.241.2169
BUTTERFLY BEACH From tanks to hats, dresses, sweaters, jackets, and sunscreen, the whole family can stock up on laid-back, West Coast-style essentials. 850-A Fifth Ave. S., 239.234.6055
CAROLYN’S DESIGNER CONSIGNMENT ON FIFTH Clothing and accessories—by Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Dior, Gucci, Hermès, Prada, Louboutin, and other luxury designer brands—at a fraction of their cost. 400 Fifth Ave., S., Ste. 100, 239.331.3632
CHICO’S Playful, versatile, and functional clothing in flattering fits for sizes 4 to 20 in missy, petite, and tall, with a host of accessories. 600 Fifth Ave. S., Ste. 100, 239.643.3148
GIGGLE MOON This long-established children’s boutique specializes in
clothing and accessories for little ones, from newborns up to age 10 with extensive inventory—more than 80 clothing lines—as charming as the shop’s name. 720 Fifth Ave S., Ste. 105, 239.643.3833
JEAN-PIERRE KLIFA Unique women’s apparel and accessories designed and manufactured by this Parisian fashion designer, recognized for his luxurious, practical “bucket” handbag. The jackets, dresses, tops, and pullovers are created with UPF 50+ fabric. 487 Fifth Ave. S., 239.238.1725
KAY’S ON THE BEACH Fashionable accessories, dresses, outerwear, sportswear, and shoes at affordable prices for any occasion. 606 Fifth Ave. S., 239.261.7680
LA BOHEME CHIC Women’s clothing with a French flair, jewelry, accessories, and more. 785 Fifth Ave. S. 239.963.9791
LOVELLA FASHION APPAREL Men’s and women’s designer clothing, sunglasses, swimwear, shoes, and accessories by Prada, Christian Dior, Roberto Cavalli, Ray-Ban, and Gucci. 533 Fifth Ave. S., 239.919.3672
MARILYN’S The go-to for private label clothing and accessories made in Europe and elegant wide-brim hats and fascinators designed by revered milliners. 375 Fifth Ave. S., Ste. 100, 239.206.4460
OH MY GAUZE! From blouses to dresses to breezy pants, these 100-percent cotton styles are designed and manufactured exclusively for Oh My Gauze! The breathable cotton gauze is washable and does not shrink or need ironing—perfect for traveling. 720 Fifth Ave. S., Ste. 103, 239.643.8556
PETUNIAS OF NAPLES Labels exclusive to the area for sizes ranging from XS to 1X and 0 to 16. For 20 years, this Fifth Avenue South boutique has believed that “the world is a runway.” 824 Fifth Ave. S., Ste. 106, 239.403.3550
ROUZE A one-stop women’s boutique offering carefully curated clothing and accessories by established and emerging designers. 494 Fifth St. S., 239.460.7388
SOMA INTIMATES Bras, sleepwear, swimwear, leggings, casual dresses, and shaping foundations that solve the niggling nuances of intimates. 600 Fifth Ave. S., Ste. 104-106, 239.403.0031
VINEYARD VINES Preppy, seasonal clothing and accessories for men, women, and children that includes whimsical ties and an iconic smiling pink whale. 694 Fifth Ave. S., 239.330.3005
WHITE HOUSE BLACK MARKET
Modern, timeless women’s clothing and accessories built on the iconic fashion contrast of white and black. 555 Fifth Ave. S., Ste. 102, 239.434.9134
WIND IN THE WILLOWS This iconic landmark is stocked with unique women’s clothing, accessories, and whimsical gifts.
793 Fifth Ave. S., 239.643.0663
EYEWEAR
SOLÉ OF NAPLES EYEWEAR
Shades from Versace, Costa, Rudy Project, Maui Jim, Dita, and more. 300 Fifth Ave. S., Ste. 101, 239.692.9297
JEWELRY
LOVEJOY ANTIQUES This family-run business, located in the same spot for more than 25 years, offers an array of men’s and women’s watches, cuff links, and estate jewelry, in addition to artwork and curios. 325 Fifth Ave. S., 239.649.7447
PORT ROYAL JEWELERS A third-generation jeweler utilizing state-of-the-art tech-
nology to meet each client’s vision. 623 Fifth Ave. S., 239.263.3071
PROVIDENT JEWELRY A world-class collection of fine estate jewelry and internationally known brands, rare gems, and luxury timepieces, along with appraisals and repairs, in a spacious showroom. 766 Fifth Ave. S., 239.649.7200
SILVER EAGLE GALLERY An impressive collection of jewelry made by Native American artists from more than 20 tribes featuring turquoise, lapis lazuli, Larimar, amethyst, garnet, blue topaz, peridot, and onyx, as well as minerals and crystals. 850 Fifth Ave. S., Ste. B, 239.403.3033
SHOES
& LEATHER
BOB BAKER SHOES This fourth-generation, family-owned store offers resort-style shoes in a delightful array of styles and colors with a focus on first-class customer service. 720 Fifth Ave. S., 239.262.6358
LEGUANO These German-made “barefoot shoes” for men and women feature an exceptionally thin and flexible sole that allows for 360° flexibility. 739 Fifth Ave. S., 1.866.534.8266
LUCA ITALIAN LEATHER Exclusive, handmade Italian leather jackets, handbags, briefcases, and shoes for women and men. 300 Fifth Ave. S., Ste. 105, 239.331.7606
Dining Guide SAVOR THE AVENUE
LOCAL SEAFOOD, EUROPEAN CLASSICS, CRAFT COCKTAILS, SWEET PICK-ME-UPS—OH, THE FLAVORS YOU’LL FIND ON FIFTH AVENUE SOUTH!
BREAKFAST & CASUAL
5TH AVENUE COFFEE COMPANY & 6TH STREET DINER
Gourmet coffee, freshly baked pastries, milkshakes, ice cream, smoothies, and a wide selection of breakfast and lunch items
599 Fifth Ave. S. * 5thavncoffeeco.com * 239.261.5757
THE BRICK COFFEE & BAR
Coffee drinks, lunch fare, beer, and wine
531 Fifth Ave. S. * 239.692.8755
THE CAFÉ
Breakfast menu—omelets and egg dishes, crepes, waffles, pancakes, juices, smoothies, and health bowls all day—with wraps, salads, paninis, burgers, and Paleo Diet, vegan, and gluten-free options
821 Fifth Ave. S. * thecafeon5th.com * 239.430.6555
DOLCE & SALATO ITALIAN FOOD BOUTIQUE
Freshly baked croissants, biscotti, cakes, sandwiches, frittatas and specialty egg dishes, coffees and teas, wine, imported beverages and pasta, and to-go homemade pasta sauces
Indulge in coffee made with meticulously sourced coffee beans from around the world, as well as paninis, beignets, crepes, and breakfast sandwiches
520 Park St. * cafemarquise.co * 239.399.0386
DRINKS & MORE BAR TULIA
Signature cocktails and Italian-influenced pub fare
462 Fifth Ave. S. * bartulia.com * 239.228.7606
SIDEBAR
A hip cocktail den featuring 80-plus whiskeys and bourbons, craft cocktails, and hard-to-get wines
475 Fifth St. S. * 239.272.2167
SOUTH AVENUE BAR
A hip bar with a tantalizing cocktail menu and draft beers, Greek tapas and other small bites, and a weekly Latino night featuring mojitos, margaritas, and Latin music
643 Fifth Ave. S. * southavebar.com * 239.234.5641
THE VINE ROOM NAPLES
A sophisticated speakeasy-style cocktail lounge with fine wines and small plates
465 Fifth Ave. S. * vineroom.com * 239.316.1202
INTERNATIONAL
BHA! BHA! PERSIAN BISTRO
Fragrant dishes spotlighting eggplant, lamb, beef, seafood, duck, and quail, in addition to salads, small plates, kabobs, khoreshes (stews), and appetizers
865 Fifth Ave. S. * bhabhabistro.com * 239.594.5557
BISTRO
821
For 30 years, this cosmopolitan bistro has brought a taste of Miami’s South Beach to the Gulf Coast with innovative dishes fusing Asian, European, and domestic flavors 821 Fifth Ave. S. * bistro821.com * 239.261.5821
BRAMBLES ENGLISH TEAROOM & GIFT SHOP
From-scratch scones, lunch menu featuring shepherd’s pie, quiche, croissants, salads, and sandwiches; afternoon tea; and a gift shop offering a wide selection of tea
World flavors from Greece, Southern Spain, Morocco, France, Italy, and Turkey 494 Fifth Ave. S. * delmarmediterranean. com * 239.350.0134
THE FRENCH BRASSERIE RUSTIQUE
Early-1900s Paris ambience with French favorites, light fare, and coastal dishes 365 Fifth Ave. S., Ste. 103 * thefrenchnaples.com * 239.315.4019
HOBNOB KITCHEN & BAR
Chef-prepared American fare with beef and fish brought in daily, house-made pasta, kids’ menu, and pre-theater specials 720 Fifth Ave. S., Ste. 101 * hobnobnaples.com * 239.580.0070
SAILS RESTAURANT
Award-winning wines, cocktails, a raw bar, sunset menu, and signature Champagne brunch, with an emphasis on handmade pastas, Kobe beef delicacies, salads, and seafood with a coastal European flair
301 Fifth Ave. S. * sailsrestaurants.com * 239.360.2000
ITALIAN
ALBERTO’S
ON FIFTH
Lunch, dinner, and early and late alfresco menus featuring authentic Italian dishes, risotto, veal, steak, seafood, and salad
868 Fifth Ave. S. * albertosonfifth.com * 239.430.1060
BICE RISTORANTE
Housemade pasta and desserts, outstanding wine cellar, daily brunch, and allday menus
300 Fifth Ave. S. * bice-naples.com * 239.262.4044
CAFFÈ MILANO
Modern rustic Italian bread, pastas, salad, traditional entrées, and skinny, light pizza— “skizza”—along with wine, drinks, and desserts for happy hour, brunch, lunch, or dinner
800 Fifth Ave. S. * caffemilano.com * 239.692.8480
CASA NERI CUCINA E VINO
From-scratch antipasti, pasta dishes, charcuterie boards, seafood dishes, and salads, along with international wines and carefully curated deli counter
382 Fifth Ave. S. * casanerinaples.com * 239.963.9060
LA TRATTORIA
Traditional Italian dishes and signatures such as wood-fired pizza and squid-ink linguine
Bruschetta, antipasti, salads, seafood, steak, and chicken, pasta, pizza, and classic and specialty dishes
651 Fifth Ave. S. * lolivoristorante.com * 239.302.6446
MOLTO TRATTORIA
Traditional Italian dishes featuring fresh ingredients, pastas, and sauces based on family recipes for lunch and dinner
368 Fifth Ave. S. * moltonaples.com * 239.261.5853
OSTERIA TULIA
Traditional Italian dishes in a quaint locale made from scratch, such as braised short rib tortelloni with marsala glaze and charred octopus
466 Fifth Ave. S. * osteriatulia.com * 239.213.2073
OTTIMO ON 5th-CUCINA & BAR
Modern Italian cuisine, such as mushroom risotto drizzled with truffle oil, meatballs, pizza, and chicken parmigiana, along with a full bar (Opening December 2024) 409 Fifth Ave. S. * ottimonaples.com * 239. 298.4256
PAZZO! CUCINA ITALIANA
More than 150 wines and 50 craft cocktails along with one-of-a-kind antipasti and classic dishes
853 Fifth Ave. S. * pazzoitaliancafe.com * 239.434.8494
Classic Italian dishes, pizza, and daily specials (Closing in December to relocate as Ottimo on 5th-Cucina & Bar on the avenue. See listing.)
A sophisticated, romantic landmark for lunch and dinner with open-air courtyards setting the scene for authentic Mediterranean cuisine with an emphasis on Italy
700 Fifth Ave. S. * verginarestaurant.com * 239.659.7008
SEAFOOD & STEAK AQUA
Mediterranean-style cuisine centered on wild-caught local fish, choice steaks, and locally sourced vegetables, cocktails, wine, and a large selection of beers
862 Fifth Ave. S. * aquafifth.com * 239.213.1111
CHOPS CITY GRILL
American, Japanese, and Australian Wagyu steaks, a vast vegetarian menu, and more than 100 whiskeys
837 Fifth Ave. S. * chopscitygrill.com * 239.262.4677
ROMA ITALIAN BISTRO & PIZZERIA
KEEWAYDIN’S ON FIFTH
Coastal cuisine, including grouper and oysters fresh from the gulf, throughout the day 711 Fifth Ave. S. * keewaydins.com * 239.262.5787
LA PESCHERIA
Fresh-made seafood dishes crafted by Italian chefs
474 Fifth Ave. S. * lapescherianaples.com * 239.316.7322
OCEAN PRIME
Genuine hospitality serving up Champagne, 10-layer carrot cake, a customized seafood tower, prime cuts of steak, seafood, signature cocktails, and a Wine Spectator-honored wine list
699 Fifth Ave. S. * ocean-prime.com * 239.430.0404
ROUGE CLANDESTINE STEAK
An 18-seat “clandestine speakeasy steakhouse” accessible in the back alley behind The French Brasserie Rustique. Text 239.315.3368 for reservations
365 Fifth Ave. S. * campagnahospitalitygroup.com* 239.315.3368
TRULUCK’S OCEAN’S FINEST
SEAFOOD & CRAB
In-season, fresh-caught favorites such as hamachi, king crab leg, and Florida stone crab direct from its own Naples fishery 698 Fourth Ave. S. * trulucks.com * 239.530.3131
SUSHI & ASIAN FUSION
ICHI TOGARASHI
Dim sum, hot pots, rice bowls, ramen and seafood dishes, and vegan and gluten-free entrées
An upscale French-Vietnamese restaurant serving authentic dishes, such as its signature dish Ca Chien Saigon (Crispy Red Snapper) prepared with spices, garden-fresh
peppers, scallions, and chili garlic fish sauce
457 Fifth Ave. S. * lecolonial.com *
239.372.9700
LOLA 41o
A global bistro and sushi bar specializing in cuisines from countries and regions along the 41st parallel, including the rich tastes of Asia
560 Ninth St. S. * lola41.com *
239.399.3300
SUSHI-THAI DOWNTOWN
A variety of maki rolls and sashimi, Japanese tempura, and traditional Thai favorites
898 Fifth Ave. S. * sushithaidowntown.com * 239.430.7575
SWEETS,
ICE CREAM & COFFEE
BONTÀ BAKERY
An authentic Italian bakery and gelato shop featuring sweet treats, foccacia sandwiches, and pizzas throughout the day 824 Fifth Ave. S., Ste. 2 * bontabakery.com * 239.234.6631
GELATO & CO.
Twenty-five flavors of gelato made from natural ingredients—free of artificial coloring, flavoring, and preservatives—with dairy-free and fat-free options. Europeanstyle coffee and dessert bar
Fourteen daily cupcake flavors, plus seasonal flavors, specialty cakes, and locally made ice cream; special orders and delivery available 537 Fifth Ave. S. * graceandshellyscupcakes.com * 239.445.3824
KILWINS
Small-batch premium ice cream and homemade Mackinac Island-style fudge, chocolates, waffle cones, and toppings
743 Fifth Ave. S. * kilwins.com/stores/kilwins-naples * 239.261.9898
STARBUCKS
Coffee house and roastery
796 Fifth Ave. S. * starbucks.com * 239.213.9900
DINE
VINCENZO with
570 Park Street, Naples, FL 34102 | 239-262-6331
Serving the Community since 1932
DEDICATED TO MAKING THE COMMUNITY A BETTER PLACE FOR ALL BY PROVIDING SERVICE, PHILANTHROPY AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR EDUCATION.
UPCOMING EVENTS DURING THE 2024-2025 SEASON:
• NOVEMBER 1: Artisan Marketplace Patron Preview Party, an event to help support scholarships in the Arts. 5:30-7:30PM. 18+ artisans presenting unique works for sale plus a silent auction. Appetizers and drinks by Chef Vincenzo Betulia .
• NOVEMBER 2-3: Artisan Marketplace, 10 AM to 4 PM. Vendors with works of art, gifts and experiences. Check out the “Artful Expressions Silent Auction”. Free admission.
• NOVEMBER 22: Empowering Women Scholarship Luncheon, 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM. Luncheon at Bear’s Paw Country Club to celebrate NWC mature women scholarship winners with special guest speaker Rev. Lisa Lefkow CEO of Habitat for Humanity of Collier County.
• JANUARY 15-16: Sip for a Cause New! An exclusive wine and food experience at The Maddox Naples. Five-course, wine-paired Patron Dinner on January 15, 5-8 PM and a delightful afternoon or evening wine and food tasting party on January 16, to support the Harry Chapin Food Bank, Collier Senior Center and the many programs and services of the Naples Woman’s Club.
• FEBRUARY 15: Annual Flea Market & Boutique, 9 AM to 2 PM. Bargains for everyone. Don’t miss the Boutique room!
TICKETS AVAILABLE AT NAPLESWOMANSCLUB.ORG
Join us! Information about the club, its mission, and all of our events can be viewed at NAPLESWOMANSCLUB.ORG
A group of NWC’s neary 350 members celebrating Naples 100th Anniversary.
THE SCENE: Arts & Culture
TICKLE YOUR MUSE ON THE AVENUE
IN THE LIMELIGHT
The curtain has risen on The Naples Players’ $22 million renovation and expansion to Sugden Community Theatre—in time for its 71st season.
The state-of-the art Kizzie Theater, the main stage, has expanded to 452 seats. Kizzie Theater features a balcony, hearing-assistance technologies, and a sensory booth where the temperature, volume, and brightness can be independently controlled by theatergoers who have sensoryprocessing disorders.
The 45,000-square-foot Sugden Community Theatre also has two 105-seat black box theaters, with one dedicated to educational programs and KidzAct productions.
The Naples Players CEO/Executive Artistic Director Bryce Alexander is thrilled to have costume and set-design shops, dressing rooms, rehearsal space, an usher’s lounge, café, and bar under one roof. “It’s fundamental to our mission for the community to be able to access those spaces every day,” he says.
The premier, award-winning community theater mounts 14 productions each year, in addition to its Readers Theatre and world premieres of new works. “Essentially, there’s a new production in the building every month, sometimes two. It’s a year-round organization,” says Alexander. “We don’t stop producing at any time.”
The only certified LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) theater in Florida, the renovations of the home of The Naples Players were completely funded by private donations.
“It’s entirely from contributors and donors—no state, county, or city money,” he says. “There’s no question that Naples is one of the most philanthropically generous cities in the United States.”
Since Alexander took the helm in 2017, The Naples Players has expanded its outreach with 30 nonprofit partnerships and “Wellness Through the Arts” programs. “We impact people in so many ways in addition to the 55,000 we entertain each year,” he says.
He’s proud to note that the Sugden was named “Favorite Local Theatre” in 2022 and 2023 by Broadway World. “Our facility is so renowned, we are looking to establish our reputation nationally for how regional theaters operate—how they engage their communities,” Alexander says. “The Naples Players might be the only place where a Broadway conductor will fly down and conduct local volunteers.” (naplesplayers.org)
The Naples Players opened its 71st season with a production of 42nd Street in the new Kizzie Theater.
THE NAPLES PLAYERS
THE NAPLES
PLAYERS
SECOND THURSDAYS
EVENING ON FIFTH
Make it a date the second Thursday of each month, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., for live entertainment during Evening on Fifth. It’s the ultimate way to stroll, dine, and revel with friends and family in Naples’ ideal climate. (fifthavenuesouth.com)
NEW PERSPECTIVES
NAPLES ART INSTITUTE
The Naples Art Institute at 585 Park St. is home to professionally curated exhibitions, juried outdoor art festivals, a gift shop, children’s camps, adult workshops, special events, and the Michigan Library, a collection of 1,000-plus books and periodicals. Its signature annual gala, dinner, and runway show, Scene to be Seen, showcases unique wearable art creations. (naplesart.org)
MUSIC
CAMBIER PARK BANDSHELL CONCERTS
Sunday Sounds: Stroll over to the Cambier Park Bandshell for outdoor concerts (suggested $5 donation per person) on select Sundays, 2 to 4 p.m. Bands include Gulf Coast Big Band, Naples Concert Band, Naples Dixieland Jazz Band, and they Naples Jazz Society. 2024 Dates: October 27, November 17, December 1, 15, 22 2025 Dates: January 26, February 2, 9, 16, March 2, 9, 16, 30, April 6, 13, 20
Monday Jazz: The Stardust Memories Big Band is comprised of some of South Florida’s finest jazz professionals who’ve played with jazz greats and in bands including the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra, Duke Ellington Orchestra, and Buddy Rich Orchestra. Shows are from 7 to 9 p.m. and a $5 donation per person is suggested.
Dates: January 27, February 10 and 24, March 10 and 24, April 7 (stardustmemoriesbigband.com)
THAT’S ENTERTAINMENT!
Here is a select list of cultural highlights along Fifth Avenue South, where there is always magic in the making. Get information on the latest happenings and events: fifthavenuesouth.com
2024
“Intersections: 25 Years of the Naples Art Institute Collection”: On exhibit at Naples Art Institute through October 27. (naplesart.org)
Rumors: The Naples Players, October 2-20. (naplesplayers.org)
Almost, Maine: The Naples Players, October 16 to November 10. (naplesplayers.org)
The Naples Players CEO/Executive Artistic Director Bryce Alexander proudly takes in the scene during the opening of the new Kizzie Theater.
THE NAPLES PLAYERS
Fifth Avenue Halloween Spooktacular: Fun family events— live music, games, trunk-or-treat, and more—in Cambier Park. October 26, 3 to 5 p.m. The music continues along the avenue, 5 to 8 p.m.
Naples Woman’s Club Artisan Marketplace: Eighteen artisans offer their pottery, paintings, textiles, jewelry, clothing, and accessories for sale. November 2-3, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
A Christmas Story: The Musical: The Naples Players, November 20 to December 22. (naplesplayers.org)
“An Adventure in the Arts: The Guild Hall Collection”: On exhibit at Naples Art Institute. November 9 to January 2. (naplesart.org)
Art in the Park: World-class outdoor fair featuring original works by local, national, and international artists. November 30, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Naples Artcrafters Fine Art & Crafts Show: Juried outdoor art show in Cambier Park. November 9, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
51st Annual Christmas Walk and Tree Lighting Ceremony with Avenue Dining: Naples’ biggest Christmas showcase welcomes the holidays during this two-day event. The city’s exquisite tree in Sugden Plaza is lit on Friday, December 6 at 6 p.m. Reserve your seat to dine at a VIP table on the avenue to enjoy live music and entertainment on Friday, December 6, 5 to 10 p.m. and Saturday, December 7, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Events include sidewalk
LEFT: The Naples Art Institute offers national and local art exhibitions. ABOVE: The Ferrari Club of Naples Annual Cars on 5th Concours showcases hundreds of luxury cars each February to support St. Matthew’s House. RIGHT: The Sugden Plaza twinkles with community events, including Christmas festivities.
sales, a live nativity scene, music, ice skating rink, holiday market, and Santa Claus.
Christmas Parade: The celebration begins on Broad Street South and finishes on Eighth Street South. December 3, 6 to 8 p.m.
Life is a Cabaret, A Broadway Musical Review: The Norris Center, December 4, 7 p.m.
Tuba Christmas Concert: A remarkable evening of music in Sugden Plaza from sousaphone, euphonium, tuba, and baritone horn players. December 13, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Naples Artcrafters Fine Art & Crafts Show: Juried outdoor art show in Cambier Park. December 14, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
New Year’s Eve Fireworks: Ring in 2025 with a fabulous display of fireworks off Naples beaches. December 31, 6 p.m.
2025
Clay Hess’ Bluegrass All Stars with Special Guest Dave Estes: The Norris Center, January 3, 7 p.m. (naplesgov.com)
New Year’s Art Fair: Contemporary art from 250 artists is on display in Cambier Park. January 4-5, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (naplesart.org)
Nash to Naples Songwriter Fest: Nashville’s top songwriters tell stories and play hit songs at Cambier Park to raise funds for the Hacienda of Hope. January 11, 6 to 9 p.m.
“Art in Balance: Matisse and His Illustrated Works”: On exhibit at Naples Art Institute, January 11 to April 6. (naplesart.org)
The Play That Goes Wrong: The Naples Players, January 15 to February 16. (naplesplayers.org)
Naples Half Marathon: This annual race with cash prizes departs from Cambier Park. (Pre-register at napleshalfmarathon.net.)
January 19, 7 a.m.
Empty Bowls Naples: Help to raise money and awareness in the fight against hunger. Select a handcrafted bowl and enjoy soups from local restaurants, a silent auction, and entertainment at Cambier Park. January 18, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. (emptybowlsnaples.com)
Naples Woman’s Club Flea Market: Annual event supporting the philanthropic group’s charitable activities—find clothing, housewares, electronics, toys, and more. January 27, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Naples Artcrafters Fine Art & Crafts Show: Juried outdoor art show in Cambier Park. February 1, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Death of a Salesman: The Naples Players, February 5 to March 2. (naplesplayers.org)
Ferrari Club of Naples Annual Cars on 5th Concours: Stroll around hundreds of luxury vehicles—Porsches, Ferraris, Lamborghinis, Maseratis, Corvettes—on display for your viewing pleasure. February 8, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
46th Annual National Art Fair: Outdoor juried festival showcasing the works of local, national, and international artists in Cambier Park. February 21-23, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (naplesart.org)
Naples Artcrafters Fine Art & Crafts Show: Juried outdoor art show in Cambier Park. March 8, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Man of La Mancha: The Naples Players, March 12 to April 13. (naplesplayers.org)
St. Patrick’s Day Parade: The largest privately funded parade in the state draws more than 40,000 people to downtown Naples to celebrate Irish heritage in America. March 15, 11 a.m.
37th Annual Downtown Art Fair: Contemporary art from 250 artists are on display in Cambier Park. March 22-23, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (naplesart.org)
The Half-life of Marie Curie: The Naples Players, April 2 to April 27. (naplesplayers.org)
Art in the Park: World-class outdoor fair featuring original works by local, national, and international artists. April 5, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Big Band Jazz Concert: A two-hour concert with 16 musicians performed by the Stardust Memories Big Band at Cambier Park. April 7, 7 to 9 p.m.
Naples Artcrafters Fine Art & Crafts Show: Juried outdoor art show in Cambier Park. April 12, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The Hallelujah Girls: The Naples Players, May 7 to May 25. (naplesplayers.org)
Fourth of July Parade: Dazzling floats start on Broad Avenue South and wind down Fifth Avenue South and Eighth Street South. July 4, 10 a.m.
Fourth of July Fireworks: Grab a spot along Naples beaches for a festive evening! July 4, 9 p.m.
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Half mile north of 5th Avenue South 670 Ninth Street North
239.220.3535
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2 blocks south of Wiggins Pass Road 13250 Tamiami Trail North
239.596.5959
Find Your Spot
Located in the alley at the north side of Bistro 821, Chops City Grill, Pazzo! Cucina Italiana, Bha! Bha! Persian Bistro, Caffé Milano, Aqua, La Trattoria, Sushi-Thai Downtown
Open: October 1 to May 31, 5 p.m. to midnight
PARKING STATION 2
Located at the Naples Woman’s Club at 570 Park Street
Convenient for: Vergina, HobNob, Ocean Prime, Keewaydin’s, Roma Italian Bistro & Pizzeria, L’Olivo Ristorante
Open: November 1 to May 31, 5 p.m. - midnight
PARKING STATION 3
Located at the corner of 5th Ave. S.
Del Mar, The Brick Coffee & Bar, Sidebar, 5th Avenue
Open: November 1 to May 31, 5 p.m. to midnight
PARKING STATION 4
Located at the corner of 5th Ave. S. and West Lake Drive
Convenient for: Osteria Tulia, Bar Tulia, Gelato & Co., La Pescheria
Open: Year-round, 5 p.m. to midnight
PARKING STATION 5
randa E at The Escalante, Dolce & Salato, Molto Trattoria
Open: Year-round, 5 p.m.to midnight
PARKING STATION 7
Located inside the parking lot on 4th Street S. between 5th Ave. S. and 4th Ave. S.
Convenient for: Molto Trattoria, Le Colonial, The Vine Room, The French Brasserie Rustique
Open: Year-round, 5 p.m.to midnight
Located in the alley at the north side of 5th Ave. S. behind Sails Restaurant
Convenient for: Sails Restaurant, The French Brasserie Rustique
Open: Year-round, 5 p.m. to midnight
[Valet parking is also offered at the Inn on Fifth and Truluck’s Ocean’s Finest Seafood & Crab at 4th Ave. S. and 7th St. S.]
