July 2021 Happenings Magazine

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Fourth of July in SW Florida

Concerts are back!

Grease on stage

at Broadway Palm

Josh Rowand

at The Center Bar

Songwriter fest returning in fall

Naples • Fort Myers • Cape Coral • Port Charlotte • Bonita Springs

Publisher’s Spotlight

Theatre in the summer

Southwest Florida theatre does not completely stop in the summer, but it does slow down quite a bit. The few options we have at this time of the year are usually pretty darn good.

Grease hits the main stage at Broadway Palm in Fort Myers on July 1 and runs through Aug. 14.

Laboratory Theater of Florida wraps up its production of Sunset Schmoulevard July 1 - 3.

Later in the month, Lab Theater presents Failure: A Love Story July 29 through Aug. 8.

In Bonita, the Centers for the Arts have the Just Desserts Theatre production of Macbeth: The Murder Mystery July 22 - 25 in Moe Auditorium.

Cultural Park Theater in Cape Coral is showcasing its young talent with a presentation of Peter Pan Jr. on July 4 and Godspell Jr. on July 18.

The Naples Players are staging The Wedding Singer now through July 25.

Laughs are continuous with Farce of Nature on stage in the Off Broadway Palm Theatre in Fort Myers now through July 25.

In Port Charlotte, young actors will offer us three performances at the end of July showcasing their talents.

More season schedules have been announced from a few of our local theatre organizations. Check our magazine’s theatre section for more details.

Some very exciting news was announced recently by New Phoenix Theatre. We are happy to share that the Fort Myers theatre will reopen and begin presenting shows again in September. Their new season will include Young Frankenstein, I Hate Hamlet, Quartet, Pageant the musical, The Tale of the Allergist’s Wife and Head Over Heels. So glad to see that group emerge from the darkness of the pandemic.

Theatre Conspiracy in Fort Myers has announced it will return to indoor shows with a new season starting with The Chechens Aug. 5 - 15.

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Celebrate the holiday

After a year of not so many celebrations, it sure feels good to report all the activities taking place in July to observe our nation’s birthday.

A year ago, so many of us were hunkered down and sheltered indoors with little social interaction, and no live music, parades, food vendors and fireworks.

Well, it’s July 2021, and so much has changed.

Restaurants, theatres, music venues and other business are open again.

Southwest Florida has a wide variety of activities scheduled with music and fireworks. Red, White and Boom is back in Cape Coral. Naples will have a parade. Star Spangled Bonita has returned.

Downtown Fort Myers will celebrate, and Punta Gorda has a few parties planned, too. There will be no shortage of fireworks this year. Colorful displays are scheduled in downtown Fort Myers, Bonita Springs, Cape Coral, Naples (July 3 & 4), Fort Myers Beach, LaBelle and Punta Gorda (July 3 & 4).

70s rock cruise

As we headed to press, there were only 40 cabins left for the February 2022 sailing of the 70s Rock and Romance Cruise from Miami.

Organizers have made some lineup changes, and it now looks like this: Foreigner, Air Supply, 10cc, The Guess Who, Little River Band, WAR, Jason Scheff (formerly of Chicago), Barry Goudreau (formerly of Boston), Jim Messina, The Family Stone, Melissa Manchester and Badfinger (featuring Joey Molland). Here’s your last chance to join the fun on the water. Use promo code Happenings and save money on your cabin.

Meanwhile, there’ s only 100 cabins left on the February sailing of the Ultimate Disco Cruise from Miami.

That cruise lineup includes KC & The Sunshine Band, The Jacksons, Kool and the Gang and more. Use our promo code Happenings, and save.

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The Laboratory Theater of Florida THEATRE

announces 13th season in Fort Myers

As pandemic restrictions ease, The Laboratory Theater of Florida has announced its 13th season.

In the Lab Theater tradition of bringing new and thought-provoking theater to our area, the coming season features a world premiere and six southwest Florida premieres, including one that is different every performance by design.

In addition to half-price preview nights, the theater will now offer special Thursday night discounts and expanded season pass options. The theater will continue to present its popular 24-Hour Screenwriting Project, staged readings and more.

ful songs, audiences will join their journey of heart-touching deliverance.

This year’s 24-Hour Screenwriting Project is set for Oct. 9. All the fun of our 24-Hour Playwriting project - with the added component of video! Selected screenwriters will be assigned a theme, a director, a videographer, and actors.

Within just twenty-four hours, you will see the fruits of their labor when we present all of their 10-minute movies to be judged by a panel of area theater and arts professionals. There will be a limited number of in-person tickets to this event, accompanied by virtual passes. This is a hugely popular event.

Summer Season

Sunset Schmoulevard, adapted by Annette Trossbach, opened June 11 and wraps up with performances July 1, 2 and 3 at 8 p.m.

Norma Desmond is back and Norman Desmond (Sue Schaffel) and Joe Gillis ready for her close-up with Mr. (Steven Coe) live it up in Sunset Schmoulevard at The Laboratory Theater through July 3.

DeMille! The original screenplay has been revamped into an over-the-top parody that will leave you laughing By the end of 1928, all three Fail sisall the way home. In the style of Whatever ters will be dead -- expiring in reverse Happened to Baby Jane: A Parody of the order, youngest to oldest, from a blunt Horror and Hush Up Sweet Charlotte, this object to the head, disappearance, and snarky take on the film noir classic, finally consumption. Tuneful songs and a Sunset Boulevard, has all the fun and whimsical chorus follow the story of Nelly, camp that audiences know and love from Jenny June, and Gerty as they live out a June production at The Lab. their lives above the family clock repair Failure: A Love Story by Philip shop near the Chicago River before their Dawkins (SWFL premiere) is a limited time unexpectedly runs out. A magical, engagement offering from July 29 through musical fable where, in the end, the power Aug. 8 only as part of the theater's educaof love is far greater than any individual's tion program. successes or failures.

Regular Season

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The Color Purple by Marsha Norman, Brenda Russell, Allee Willis, Stephen Bray (SWFL premiere) opens Sept. 3 and runs through Oct. 3.

The Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Alice Walker is the tale of African-American women finding their independence in the first half of the 20th century. With power-

White Rabbit Red Rabbit by Nassim Soleimanpour (SWFL premiere) opens on Oct. 14 and plays through Oct. 23.

With no rehearsal, no director, a different actor each night, and a script waiting in a sealed envelope on stage, this show is a theatrical experience that reminds us of the transformative power of theater.

The Tempest by William Shakespeare plays from Nov. 5 – Nov. 20.

Shakespeare's classic comedy about betrayal and family will lead you on a magical journey. Trapped on an island by a jealous sibling and aided by various spirits, our heroes find revenge complicated. Co-Directed by Artistic Director Annette Trossbach and director Nykkie Rizley.

The Complete History of America (abridged) by Adam Long, Reed Martin and Austin Tichenor (SWFL premiere) plays Dec. 3 through Dec. 19.

Six hundred years of history in 6,000 seconds … history will never be the same. This fastpaced comedy is American his-

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tory on speed, giving us a 90minute roller coaster ride to remind us that it’s not the length of your history that matters - it’s what you’ve done with it.

Killer Joe by Tracy Letts (SWFL premiere) plays Jan. 14 through Feb. 5, 2022.

This dark comedy follows a dysfunctional Texas family that hires a hitman to kill a relative with a sizable life insurance policy.

Avenue Q with music and lyrics by Robert Lopez and Jeff Marx and book by Jeff Whitty, (SWFL premiere) runs Feb. 25 through March 27. It was a winner of the 2004 Tonys for Best Book, Best Score and Best Musical!

Featuring puppets and human actors, this is a laugh-out-loud musical that tells the story of recent college graduate Princeton as he struggles to find his purpose. Though inspired by Sesame Street, these are Rrated puppets with warnings for adult language and situations.

Les Liaisons Dangereuses by Christopher Hampton, will be performed on stage April 15 through May 7.

Using sex as a weapon,

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this is a tale of seduction set among aristocrats before the French Revolution. This classic drama explores decadent sexuality, morals, and manipulations played as the ultimate game with tragic results.

The performance subscription packages are: Preview subscription $85 - (Sept. 2021 - May 2022) includes main stage show preview nights on Wednesday and Thursday before opening; no special events included.

Thursday Night Pass $230 (June 2021 - Many 2022) - includes any Thursday night performances and all special events.

Year-Round Pass Weekend (June 2021 - May 2022) $280 - includes all shows and special events.

Flex Pass 5 seats (June 2021 - May 2022) $150 - 5 seats anytime/anywhere you want them!

Flex Pass 10 seats (June 2021 - May 2022) $300 - 10 seats anytime/anywhere you want them!

Individual ticket prices are $30 for adults and $10 for students for non-musical performances) and $37 for adults and $15 for students for musicals. Thursday night tickets are $25 for adults and $10 for students. Group discounts are available for parties of 10 or more, reserved in advance.

For more information, call 239-218-0481, visit online at www.LaboratoryTheaterFlori da.com or the physical location at 1634 Woodford Ave. in the Fort Myers River District.

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THEATRE

The Naples Players

announces 2021-2022 season

The Naples Players opened their doors again on April 28 with Calendar Girls in Blackburn Hall and An Ideal Husband on May 19 in their Tobye Studio Theatre.

From June 23 - July 25, the rest of the 68th season kicks off with The Wedding Singer musical in Blackburn Hall. Based on the book

by Chad Beguelin & Tim Herlihy and the hit Adam Sandler movie, The Wedding Singer’s sparkling new score does for the ‘80s what Hairspray did for the ‘60s.

Boeing Boeing takes over Blackburn Hall from Sept. 29 – Oct. 24. Written by Marc Camoletti, this 1960s farce features self-styled Parisian lothario Bernard who has Italian, German and American fiancées, each a beautiful airline hostess. All’s well until unexpected schedule changes bring all three to Bernard’s apartment in Paris at the same time.

Written by Robert L. Freedman, A Gentleman’s Guide to Love & Murder will be in Blackburn Hall from Nov. 24 – Dec. 19. This comedic romp was Nominated for 10 Tony

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Awards and follows the scene-stealing role of Monty, played by one-actor who also plays all eight roles of the doomed relatives who meet their ends in comedic conditions.

From Jan. 12 – Feb. 6, 2022, Savannah Sipping Society takes the Blackburn Hall stage and is sponsored

by Gulf Shore International Properties. Written by Jessie Jones, Nicholas Hope, and Jamie Wooten, this delightful comedy features four unique Southern women drawn together by fate and an impromptu happy hour- where they decide it’s high time to reclaim their enthusiasm for life.

In the Tobye Studio Theatre, The Cake, written by Bekah Brunstetter, will run from Feb. 2 – Feb. 27, 2022. This emotion-

al and deliciously funny play challenges people of every belief to engage in dialogue – even those who oppose you.

Mary Poppins flies before your eyes in this classic musical based on the much-loved children’s books by P. L. Travers and the 1964 Disney film of the same name. Mary Poppins will be on the Blackburn Hall stage from March 2 - April 3.

Written by Sarah Treem, When We Were Young and Unafraid will be in the Tobye Studio Theatre from March 30 - April 24. This powerful play takes us inside the story of a quiet bed and breakfast turned into a secret women’s shelter in the early 1970s.

Performances on Wednesdays and Thursdays begin at 7:30 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m.

Tickets are available at www.Naplesplayers.org or by calling the box office at 239-263-7990.

The theatre is located at 701 5th Ave. S. in Naples.

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Grease on Broadway Palm stage This summer, Grease is the word at Broadway Palm.

Playing July 1 through Aug. 14, travel back in time with your favorite teenagers in this light-hearted and nostalgic look at young love. This feel good, rock ‘n’ roll musical is sure to get everyone dancing in the aisles and singing along to their favorite songs.

Travel back to Rydell High and the hot-rodding Burger Palace Boys and their gum-snapping, hip-shaking Pink Ladies. Head “greaser” Danny Zuko and new girl Sandy Dumbrowski try to relive their summer romance as the rest of the gang sings and dances their way through “Greased Lightnin’;” “Summer Nights;” “Born to Hand Jive;” “We Go Together;” “Look at Me, I’m Sandra

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Dee;” “You’re The One That I Want;” “Beauty School Dropout” and more.

Performances are Wednesday through Sunday evenings with select matinees. Tickets are $48 to $73. There is a summer special for children 18 and under, tickets are just $20 for the meal and the show. Group prices are also available.

Tickets are now on sale and can be reserved by calling 239-278-4422, visiting online at www.BroadwayPalm.com or in person at 1380 Colonial Blv.d in Fort Myers.

Broadway Palm is continuing to follow CDC guidelines while providing a delicious meal and exceptional entertainment in a safe and socially distanced environment. For a list of the extensive health and safety measures they have taken, visit www.BroadwayPalm.com.

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Farce of Nature at Off Broadway Palm Theatre

The Off Broadway Palm Theatre presents Farce of Nature playing now through July 25.

From the writers of The Savannah Sipping Society and The Dixie Swim Club, you won’t want to miss this laugh-out-loud, Southern-fried farce.

The hysterical Farce of Nature is about the Wilburn family of Mayhew, Arkansas and their struggling family fishing lodge, the Reel ‘Em Inn. A motley collection of flawed characters hide, lie, disguise themselves, cross-dress, and slam doors, while trying to figure out the source of an awful stench. In the chaotic climax of this one outrageous day, love blossoms, truths are revealed, and the lives of the family, guests and gangsters alike change in surprising ways.

The Off Broadway Palm has adjusted their seating arrangement and is operating at a 50% capacity. For a list of the extensive health and safety measures the theatre has taken, please visit BroadwayPalm.com. It is important to note that Broadway Palm is Dylan Goike as Ty, Rachael Lord as Jenna, Michael Weaver as D. Gene and asking guests that are not fully vaccinated Jenny Smith as Wanelle in Farce of Nature. to wear a face mask while not eating or drinking.

Off Broadway Palm is an intimate theatre, counts available for groups of 20 or more. located in the main lobby of Broadway Palm. Performances Tickets are now on sale and can be reserved by calling are Wednesday through Sunday evenings with selected 239-278-4422, visiting www.BroadwayPalm.com or in permatinees. Ticket prices range from $42 to $62 with disson at 1380 Colonial Blvd. in Fort Myers.

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New season at Cultural Park Theater; summer THEATRE

shows for family fun

By Michael Moran

The Cultural Park Theatre has announced its 2021-22 season, featuring many of the productions originally planned before the pandemic closed the theater resulting from the Covid pandemic.

This fall, Cultural Park will open its 59th Broadway Season with The Best Broadway Musical Revue Ever on stage Sept. 9 through Sept. 19.

As in tradiMichael Moran tion, we start our season celebrating the best of Broadway musical theater with a cavalcade of your most popular Broadway songs.

The writing team of Jones, Hope and Wooten enjoy the reputation of being three of the most popular and widelyproduced playwrights in the United States. They specialize in writing laugh-out-loud comedies and creating vivid strong roles for women. Because of their popularity with our audiences, CPT is proud to bring two of their shows to our stage this season. Opening Sept. 23 is the comedy Mama Won’t Fly followed by The Savannah Sipping Society from March 24 through April 3.

We move into the fall holiday season with an original musical revue The Not So Haunted Halloween Revue From Oct. 21 through Oct. 31. In between the weekend performances (as a treat to the entire family) the theater will host its second annual Haunted Theater Tour for the kids and family.

On Nov. 11 we open A Piece of My Heart, the powerful true drama of six women who went to Vietnam: five nurses and a country western singer booked to entertain the troops. We follow each young woman before, during and after their tour.

Celebrating the holidays is always special here at Cultural Park, and this season we bring to the stage on Dec. 9 It’s A Wonderful Life, A Live Radio Play.

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cal for 2022 to the stage with Nunsense 2, The Second Coming. Our audiences so fell in love with Nunsense just before we were forced to close and will certainly leave the theater this time with smiles, laughter and wonderful stories to tell about this amazing production.

Our second main stage musical this season is The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, the story of an eclectic group of six mid-pubescent (played by adults) who vie for the spelling championship of a lifetime. While candidly disclosing hilarious and touching stories from their home lives, the tweens spell their way through a series of (potentially made-up) words, hoping never to hear the soulcrushing, pout-inducing, life unaffirming "ding" of the bell that signals a spelling mistake. Six spellers enter; one speller leaves. At least the losers get a juice box.

Finally, we end up our season with You’re Never Too Old, a brilliant comedy by Carl Megill. The laughs surround the story of two fraternal twin brothers when Barney talks retired brother Max into running one of Barney’s video stores in Fort Myers. Running a video store and forced to dress like Donald Duck is more than Max can handle, and it’s up to Max’s wife to bring harmony to the brothers relationship.

Our 59th season opens in September, and season tickets go on sale July 1.

Meanwhile, don’t miss your chance to see our first family fun show with the classic musical Peter Pan Jr. on stage for one performance July 4 at 3 p.m. Gather the family together and start you holiday out with a bang. That will be followed by Godspell Jr. on stage July 18, then the family summer series wraps up Aug. 1 with Into the Woods Jr. Tickets for all ages are only $10.

Cultural Park Theater is located at 528 Cultural Park Blvd., Cape Coral.

For ticket information for these shows and our other concert performances, please call our box office at 239-772-5862.

Michael Moran is the executive director of the Cultural Park Theater.

Theatre Conspiracy announces season

Theatre Conspiracy at the Alliance for the Arts announced its 28th season, which includes beloved classics, comedic favorites and award-winning new plays from the most popular unknown playwrights: The Chechens

by Phillip Christian Smith Aug. 5 – 15 Men on Boats by Jaclyn Backhaus Oct. 21 – 31 The Roommate by Jen Silverman Dec. 9 - 19 The Colored Museum

by George C. Wolfe Jan. 8 – 30 Outside Mullingar

by John Patrick Shanley Feb. 17 – 27 The Cake by Bekah Brunstetter March 17 – 27 To purchase tickets or for more information, call the box office at 239939-2787, visit 10091 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers, or go online at www.ArtInLee.org/Theatre.

Murder mystery in Bonita July 22 - 25

The Center for the Arts Bonita Springs presents Macbeth: The Murder Mystery on stage July 22 – 25 as its Just Desserts Theatre production.

Tragic old-world dilemmas play out in the modern computer age.

Sink your teeth into a filthy rich tale of political power, greed, paranoia and murder in this Macbeth-ian farce. The audience chooses the ending—and their favorite dessert at intermission.

Performances will be Thursday through Saturday, July 22 - 24, at 7 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday, July 24 – 25, at 2 p.m.

Shows will be presented in the Performing Arts Center, Moe Auditorium, 10150 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs.

All tickets are $30. For tickets and info, call 239-495-8989 or visit www.artcenterbonita.org.

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THE NAPLES PLAYERS

The Wedding Singer

Big hair and shoulder pads at the ready - It's time to rediscover the ‘80s.

Your favorite Adam Sandler movie in musical form is on the stage in Blackburn Hall at The Naples Players now through July 25. The Wedding Singer’s sparkling new score does for the ‘80s what Hairspray did for the ‘60s.

Things are going pretty well for wedding singer Robbie Hart (Joseph Byrne) until he’s left at the altar by his fiancé, Linda (Erica Sample). As he struggles to pick up the pieces and continue performing at other people’s weddings, he befriends Julia Sullivan (Alyssa Haney). Julia is preparing for her wedding to long term boyfriend Glen (David Shaffer) - whose commitment to their relationship is questionable, to say the least. Robbie agrees to help Julia plan her wedding when complications arise and the two spend more and more time with each other...

With fan-favorite director and choreographer Dawn Lebrecht Fornara and musical director Charles Fornara at the helm of this production, you will certainly be dancing in your seat.

The Fornaras are leading an all-star ensemble cast of Naples favorites, many of whom have become regular staples of The Naples Players most popular shows. The cast includes (in alphabetical order): Joseph Byrne, Adam Fasano, Alyssa Haney, Ruth Johnson, Christine Mastrangelo, Srica Sample, David Shaffer, Kenny Tran, Lindsey Walsh, and Dominic Young in the principal roles, and features Leonard Allen, Sade Bassan, Abby Ciabaton, Jim Corsica, Jessica Daniels, Luke Danni, Maxine Danni, Kat Ebaugh, Frankie Federico, Kay Harkins, Madeleine Howe, Danaia Ivanov, Naphtailda Jean-Charles, Monica Joyce, Joseph Loiacono, Elizabeth Marcantonio, Sydney Mixon, Lexi Piper, Andrew Reid, Eileen Reynolds, Thomas Richardson and Ciarán Welch in the ensemble.

Performances are Wednesdays and Thursdays at 7:30 p.m., Fridays and Saturday at 8 p.m., and Sunday at 2 p.m. Those interested can visit online at www.NaplesPlayers.org anytime or call the TNP Box Office at 239-263-7990. The theatre is located at 701 5th Ave. S. in Naples.

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THEATRE

2021-22 season shows

Broadway Palm has announced its 29th season which includes eight main stage productions, four productions in the Off Broadway Palm, three Children’s Theatre productions and five concerts.

Individual tickets are on sale now.

Broadway Palm’s main stage opens on Sept. 9, 2021, and runs through Aug. 13, 2022. Show prices range from $50 to $75 with group and children’s prices available. Performances are Tuesday through Sunday evenings (no Tuesday evening performances May through October) with select matinees.

Individual tickets are on sale. Broadway Palm offers a season subscription discount, discounts for groups of 20, as well as discounts for children. For more info, visit www.BroadwayPalm.com, call 239-278-4422 or stop by the box office at 1380 Colonial Blvd. in Fort Myers.

The main stage productions include:

A Night on Broadway Sept. 9 – Oct. 2

This all-new musical revue features the best of Broadway combining favorites from the past along with the most recent musical hit sensations. The bright lights of Broadway will shine on our stage with showstopping numbers and some of the greatest Broadway songs of all time. You’ll hear songs from Les Misérables, Phantom of the Opera, CATS, Oklahoma, Wicked, 42nd Street and more.

The Sound of Music Oct. 7 – Nov. 20

This Rodgers and Hammerstein musical has touched the hearts of audiences around the world for decades. Follow Maria, the high-spirited, aspiring nun, as she is sent from her convent to be the governess to seven unruly children of a strict father, Captain von Trapp. The time-

less score includes “Do-Re-Mi,” “My Favorite Things,” “Climb Every Mountain,” “Sixteen Going on Seventeen,” “Edelweiss” and “The Sound of Music.”

Holly Jolly Christmas Nov. 25 – Dec. 25

This holiday song and dance extravaganza is perfect entertainment for all ages! Holly Jolly Christmas embraces the season with Broadway-style dancing, stunning costumes and the traditional holiday favorites you know and love. Bring family and friends and celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with “Holly Jolly Christmas,” “Jingle Bells,” “Silent Night,” “Santa Clause Is Coming To Town” and more.

Singinʼ in the Rain Dec. 31 – Feb. 12

Set in Hollywood in the late 1920s, the story focuses on Don Lockwood, his sidekick Cosmo Brown, aspiring actress Kathy Selden, and Lockwood's leading lady Lina Lamont, who’s lessthan-pleasant vocal tones make her an improbable contender for stardom in the new talking pictures. This all-singing, all-dancing extravaganza includes memorable songs such as “Good Mornin’,” “Make ‘Em Laugh” and the show-stopping “Singin’ in the Rain.”

The Sound of Music will be performed Oct. 7 through Nov. 20, 2021.

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The Wizard of Oz will be presented July 1 - Aug. 13, 2022.

A musical yet to be announced Feb. 18 – April 2

Title to be released soon.

In The Heights April 8 - May 14

The Tony-award winning story of a vibrant community in New York’s Washington Heights where the coffee from the corner bodega is light and sweet, the windows are always open and the breeze carries the rhythm of three generations of music. When a winning lottery ticket, a power outage, and romantic tension all hit the neighborhood, the longtime friends and neighbors make discoveries about each other, themselves, and the place they all call home.

Rock of Ages

May 20 – June 25

The five-time Tony Award-nominated smash musical tells the rags-to-riches story of a small-town girl, a city boy, and a rock ‘n’ roll romance on the Sunset Strip.

When the ultimate rock bar is set to be demolished, it’s up to these wannabe rockers and their friends to save the day.

The score features your favorite ‘80s rock anthems like Foreigner’s “I Wanna Know What Love Is,” Poison’s “Every Rose Has Its Thorn,” Whitesnake’s “Here I Go Again” & Journey’s “Don’t Stop Believin’.”

The Wizard of Oz

July 1 – Aug. 13, 2022

This family musical follows Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tin Man, the Cowardly Lion and Toto, too! Fly over the rainbow with Dorothy as she rides a twister into The Merry Old Land of Oz and learns that no matter how far our journeys take us, there’s no place like home. You’ll hear the songs such as “Follow the Yellow Brick Road,” “Somewhere Over the Rainbow” and “We’re Off to See the Wizard.”

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DAAS Co-Op features the art of Ian Summers

In the month of July, DAAS Co-Op Art Gallery & Gifts is showcasing the artwork of award-winning artist Ian Summers.

The opening reception is scheduled for Friday, July 2 from 6 to 9:30 p.m. in conjunction with the monthly Fort Myers Art Walk. The exhibition will be on display through July 31.

Ian Summers was born in Patterson, N.J. He studied at the University Bridgeport, Conn., where he completed a degree in art education, later becoming an art teacher in Wayne, N.J. His desire to create and expand his artistic career took him to Europe in the mid-1960s. He lived in Paris for a short time, when an unexpected opportunity took him to London, where he taught art the American School. He exhibited in London and conducted speeches at art clubs and centers, like the Unites States Information Center.

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In 1967, Summers moved to New York where his first daughter was born.

After the birth of his second daughter, he started working in advertising as a creative director, working with some of the most important authors in the world.

Amongst these, Isaac Asimov, whose book cover landed Summers a place in the science fiction community. As a member of the Society of Illustrator of New York, he received an award for best paperback cover, for several years. After years working for Random House publishing, he became a career consultant to people in the creative field, using a problem solving technique he called “Heart-storming.” In 2021, he joined the Union Artist Studios in Fort Myers.

In an article published in 2015 in The Elucidator, when explaining his art, Summer says, “I am for an art of memories that are chipped and fragmented, but not nostalgic. Faces conjure forming

associations with people, with persons who may never have lived anywhere, but in my mind. Faces haunt me in my sleep and when I am awake.”

Summers’ main subject is faces, which he does not consider portraits, but conjured. He works primarily in acrylics on large scale canvases and other surfaces, such as tar paper and board.

Currently, the artist lives in Southwest Florida with his wife, Wendy.

The gallery invites art collectors, supporters and enthusiasts to join them for the opening reception on July 2. DAAS Co-Op is located at 1815 Fowler St. in the Butterfly Estates complex in Fort Myers. The gallery’s temporary business hours are Wednesday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

More information about the venue and how to become a member can be found at www.daascoop.com or by calling 239-590-8645.

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On display in Bonita

National Identity exhibit runs July 9 – July 29 at the Visual Arts Center, 26100 Old 41 Road, Bonita Springs. The Fourth of July is all about celebrating freedom, family, good food and fireworks. In honor of this iconic national holiday, they asked artists to submit works that embody their own national identity. For more about these exhibits, call the Centers for the Arts Bonita Springs 239-495-8989 or visit www.artcenterbonita.org.

Florida Girls and Boys and Their Toys exhibit runs now through July 28 at the Performing Arts Center, 10150 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs. You're never too old to appreciate toys! In fact, as we get older, it's hard to erase the excitement we felt from owning a favorite toy. This traveling exhibition from the Museum of Florida History features a historical collection of photographs of Florida children at play, plus a selection of memorable toys that help take you on a journey back through time to recapture the magical way that children have played with their favorite toys throughout history.

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Battle of the Arts

Bell Tower and Artsemble Underground gallery hold Battle of the Arts each month through 2021. It started in May and takes place the second Saturday of the month from 5 to 8:30 p.m.

Visitors can watch local artists create during that time. A panel of judges selects the monthly winner who advances to the grand finale. At right, artist Nick Rapp competes in the June Battle of the Arts. The next event will be held Saturday, July 10 at 5 p.m. at Bell Tower in Fort Myers.

Group exhibit in July at Arts for ACT Gallery In July, Arts for ACT Gallery will feature an open group exhibit with more than 20 artists in “Altars, Shrines, Ditty Boxes and Cabinets of Curiosities 2.” Also showing will be new works from the gallery’s coop artists.

An opening reception will be held Friday, July 2 from 6 to 10 p.m. in conjunction with the monthly Fort Myers Art Walk.

The July exhibit is an open invitational to all artists to produce 2-D or 3-D art for the annual fundraiser to support ACT and ACT Gallery.

This year, the gallery asked the artists to create altars, shrines, ditty boxes and cabinets of curiosities of icons, sacred spaces or notable objects. They were to use canvas, shadow boxes, Altoid mint tins,

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cigar boxes, upcycled clocks and more. Then fill them with found objects, photos, memories and treasures.

Over four years ago, the gallery hosted this exact exhibit and the artists that participated created an array of wonderfully different art.

This year, creative genius Dale Weber will be the judge to give ribbons to the best exhibits. Come peruse this year’s exhibit with over twenty local artists and see the creativity that lies in the hearts of all that exhibited.

This exhibit continues through Monday, Aug. 2.

Arts for ACT Gallery is located at 2265 First St. in downtown Fort Myers. For more details, call 239337-5050.

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Love Your Rebellion launches Zine Archive

Browse 100 free digital art and writing books in Love Your Rebellion’s new Zine Archive.

The collection, featuring works from around the world, can be viewed at www.loveyourrebellion.org/zine-archive/.

Zines, short for DIY magazines, are art and writing books that skip the publisher and go right to distribution. Prior to 2020, Love Your Rebellion (LYR) frequently participated in zine fests around the Southeast that celebrate zines and zine making culture. “Being zine makers ourselves, we really felt the loss of zine fests,” LYR founder Angela Page explains. “We really wanted to create a digital space for zines instead. Plus our brick and mortar facility in Fort Myers had to close for a period, so it was the right time to begin the Zine Archive.”

Beginning in July 2020, Page and web developer Shea Elmore went to work contacting zine makers for Creative Commons licensing, scanning physical zine copies that became digital booklets, and developing the webpage.

“There are other zine archives out there on the web, but none that look and feel like the LYR Zine Archive,” states Elmore. “It was important that LYR’s archive showcase the

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unique shapes, sizes, and contents of each zine. Designing and building something with those qualities meant we had to be very intentional when creating user experience.”

LYR launched the Zine Archive in May 2021. Page and Elmore built a responsive online catalog that allows readers to select a title by clicking on it, and then flip through it like it’s the real thing. The ongoing project will feature regular additions to the catalog, as well as updates to the staff picks. The project’s goals are to create a living document of zine making culture, and provide digital access to zines, particularly for people with disabilities that limit mobility.

“We see the Zine Archive becoming one of our most eclectic ongoing projects. This is only the beginning,” says Page.

The Zine Library and Coffee Shop is located at Neenie’s House, 481 Marsh Ave. in Fort Myers. It is open Wednesday – Friday from 2 to 6 p.m. Visit www.neenieshouse.com

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Marcus, Mully and Marvin collaborate on Synergy exhibit at Davis Art Center

before moving to the United States almost 10 years ago.

Enjoy an opening night reception July 2 with artist meet Cath continually tries to share her unique perception of the and greet, cocktails and inspiring art. world through being a creator. She is a painter, visual artist, The Sidney and Berne Davis Art Center welcomes a trio of photographer and poet. The “Me, You and Them” exhibition super talented artists, Marcus Zotter, Matt “Mully” Mulhern originated from the 2020 lockdown period where Cath was and Marvin Rouse, as they present “Three M’s Synergy” in isolated alone and took the opportunity to explore herself, the Grand Atrium Gallery. Also in the Capital Gallery, Cath producing her stark black and white self-portraits displaying Branwood’s latest world perceptions will be depicted during loneliness, isolation and the ‘shadow side’ of herself, but also her solo art exhibit, “Me, You, and Them.” showing the open blank space for things which lie beyond all Both shows open on Friday, July 2 from 6 to 10 p.m. durthat. ing the Fort Myers Art Walk.

This exhibition also features the contrasting style with the Artists Marcus, Mully, and Marvin are all based in Naples graphic lineal “words and faces” pieces, created in mixed and have formed as the Three Ms to create “Synergy” for media and portraying images of people living and passed their upcoming show. The three Naples artists have been who have inspired the artist painting together over the through their incredible presrecent years creating “Synergy” ence on this earth with books, during their Live Art sessions letters, plays, poems, speechand decided to make it the title es, lyrics and music. for their upcoming show. This Also be sure to visit event represents the fact that Sidney’s rooftop sculpture garwhen people can come togethden to view works from people er and are true to working with such as Miami artists Juan each other, all though different Miguel Vazquez and Mario styles, having love and good Almaguer, as well as the paintfeeling precede their actions, ed mural “Paradise City '' by they can create something Artsemble Underground of Fort powerful for all to enjoy.

Myers.

During a time such as what The Sidney & Berne Davis people are experiencing globalArt Center is located at 2301 ly with the pandemic, having First St. in the Fort Myers River art that speaks, uplifts and creDistrict. ates “Synergy” has the power For more information, call to bring people together.

239-333-1933 or visit Originally from the UK, Cath Cath Branwood www.sbdac.com.

Branwood traveled extensively

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Mercato moves Hand & Harvest artisans indoors Mercato has announced that its Hand & Harvest Artisans Market is moving indoors just in time to beat the summer heat. As of May 22, a growing list of more than 20 local makers, artisans and small businesses are now housed inside a 9,000-square-foot storefront across from Tommy Bahama and Z Gallerie.

The market will be open to the public every second and fourth Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

“We have been hosting the Hand & Harvest Market each month since October, and it has become a very popular attraction at Mercato,” says Valerie Cope, senior marketing director for the shopping center.

“As the rainy season moves in and the weather heats up here in Florida, we know our guests will appreciate the opportunity to continue shopping at the market in airconditioned comfort, so we are moving Hand & Harvest indoors to a luxe new space that offers A/C as

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well as a number of other customer-friendly amenities.”

In addition to a wide array of home goods, plants, fashion, art, beauty, vintage, gourmet foods and one-of-a-kind handmade products and gifts, the new indoor location will offer live music by Claire

Liparulo of The Freecoasters, bistro seating and public restrooms as well as beautifully cool air conditioning for added comfort.

Local artisans interested in becoming a Hand & Harvest vendor should contact Valerie Cope at Valerie.Cope@madisonmarquette.c om for details; to be considered, artisans should include a link to their website, Facebook, Instagram or Etsy pages.

Hand & Harvest is not an average farmer's market. It is a curated open-air collection of handmade creations by local artisans with a focus on functional art, crystals, metaphysical, luxury candles, jewelry, body care, botanicals, home goods, fine art, baked goods, raw local honey and more.

Conveniently located off U.S. 41 at Vanderbilt Beach Road in the heart of Naples, Mercato is managed and leased by Madison Marquette. To learn more, visit www.MercatoShops.com

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Ben Allen Band performs July 3

at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples

NBC’s The Voice in The new Paradise October 2020. Country Coast Sports Park in star and judge Blake Naples and the Collier Shelton originally turned County government will his chair and added Ben host an appreciation conAllen to his team. After an cert and fireworks show elimination round, pop July 3 featuring the Ben star and judge Gwen Allen Band.

Stefani saved Ben and Gates open at 6 p.m., added him to her team. and the stadium show After some fierce compestarts at 8 p.m. in the tition, Ben Allen was part county’s new massive of the final nine semifinalpark located at 3940 City ists before being voted Gate Blvd. N. in Naples off. (off Collier Boulevard, Allen found his pasnorth of exit 101 on I-75). sion for singing during an Food trucks and adult open mic night at the age beverages will be availThe Ben Allen Band includes (from left) Jeff Scheeler, Jay Phoenix, Ben of 31. After trying out as able that day. Tickets for Allen, Joe Fernandez and Bret Deising. a duo, Allen founded his the Saturday, July 3 conband, The Ben Allen cert start at $10. VIP tickBand. ets are $100 and include The Ben Allen Band is now one of the most popular bands a suite with a food and beverage package. in Southwest Florida and has opened for many national To purchase tickets, go online to www.sfpnaples.com or recording artists at The Ranch Concert Hall in Fort Myers. www.sportsforceparksnaples.com.

The Ben Allen Band includes Ben Allen (vocals and guiThis stadium concert is the first of many to come, includtar), Jeff Scheeler (guitar), Jay Phoenix (drums), Joe ing some notable national recording artists, say park officials.

Fernandez (guitar) and Bret Deising (bass and vocals).

Ben Allen of Estero, began competing on season 19 of

Country jam & BBQ July 4 at Shell Factory

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Pure Country

The Shell Factory and Nature Park will host a country jam and barbecue on Sunday, July 4 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Live entertainment will be provided by Brian Piercy from noon to 2 p.m., then Pure Country will perform from 2 to 5 p.m. Pure Country band members include Gregg Little - bass guitar, Gary Stanczik - lead guitar, Ed Feehan - lead vocalist and rhythm guitar, Leroy Zimdars – drums and vocals, and Al Moranville - rhythm guitar, fiddle and piano.

The day’s events will also include a $5,000 reverse raffle. For raffle tickets, call Ashley at 239-995-2141 ext 110. For $100, you get two raffle tickets and entry to VIP area with free food and drinks.

The Shell Factory and Nature Park is located at 16554 N. Cleveland Ave. in North Fort Myers. Visit www.shellfactory.com for more details.

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Red, White & Boom in Cape Coral welcomes Carly Pearce as headliner The City of Cape Coral Parks and 2020, she won Musical Event of the Year.

Recreation Department announces the In a year of uncertainty, Carly turned to the return of the annual Red, White and comfort of records she’s drawn inspiration Boom on Sunday, July 4. from since her childhood dream started to The Cape Coral Bridge, as well as take hold – Dolly, The Chicks, Trisha, Cape Coral Parkway from Del Prado to Reba, Patty Loveless. Like those before, the bridge, will close at 3 a.m. on July 4 to she leaned on her own intuitions with Top prepare for the day’s activities.

30-and-rising single "Next Girl," and a Country artist Carly Pearce will be the clever new video. Carly explores more of headline entertainment that night prior to a pivotal time with a seven-song collection the fireworks display. Chris Bandi hits the called 29 (available now via Big Machine stage at 5:30 p.m, followed by DJ Sinister Records), finding creative simpatico with at 6:45 p.m., then Carly Pearce performs Shane McAnally and Josh Osborne followat 7:50 p.m. ing the unexpected death of her mentor Fiercely rooted in the classics, the girl and former producer Busbee. With her who left her Kentucky home and high catalogue already boasts over 1 billion school at 16 to take a job at Dollywood streams, she opens up even more in Carly has grown into a woman who embraces Pearce’s 29 – The Interview. As Carly the genre’s forward progression and is marks a new chapter coming of age, she confident in what she wants to say. earns three ACM Awards nominations for Carly Pearce Lighting a fire with her debut album Every Female Artist, Single and Music Event of Little Thing and the platinum-certified histhe Year with her platinum-certified, No. 1 tory making title track, Carly has since become “Country’s ‘it’ duet with Lee Brice “I Hope You’re Happy Now.” girl” (ABC Radio), touring alongside Blake Shelton, Rascal Admission is free, and lawn chairs are encouraged. VIP Flatts and Luke Bryan. tickets are sold out.

With the most CMA Awards nods for any new artist in For more event details, visit www.capeboom.com

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Star Spangled Bonita July 4th

After taking a break in 2020 due to the pandemic, Star Spangled Bonita is returing in 2021.

The City of Bonita Springs will be having its annual July 4th Star Spangled Bonita event at Riverside Park located at 10450 Reynolds St., just off Old 41 Road.

The free event will begin at 7 p.m. with live music by The Dead Ataris at the Riverside Park Bandshell.

The Dead Ataris band members include Juan Gomez on sax, Thomas Obrien as lead singer and guitar, Mason Reinek as bass player and band leader, and Hunter McDaniel on keyboard.

The band’s performance will be followed by a golf cart glow parade beginning at approximately 8:30 p.m., and a fireworks and laser light show finale at dusk.

For more event details, visit online at www.cityofbonitasprings.org/july4th

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Rooftop bash July 4th at Davis Art Center

On Sunday, July 4, The Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center invites you to break out your red, white and blue for an evening of barbecue, libations, live music and entertainment to celebrate America’s birthday. Escape the big crowds and watch the fireworks from above.

The Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center presents Roxx Revolt & The Velvets at Sidney’s Rooftop Sculpture Garden on July 4.

When the Velvets met Roxette “Roxx” Barrios in 2018, the music scene of Southwest Florida was changed forever. This glam-punk band is so much fun and rising fast in the international music industry. With originals such as “King Revolt,” “Delilah” and “Kiss Kiss Bang Bang,” this band will pump up the dance floor and “rock your face off.”

Dave’s Bangin Barbecue will be serving ribs, pulled pork, chicken, turkey sliders, brisket sliders, and fresh fruit. The menu also includes side choices of salad with rolls, mac and cheese, coleslaw, and

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Roxx Revolt & The Velvets photo by Jesi Cason

baked beans. Desserts offered are strawberry cupcakes with strawberry butter cream frosting, apple pie cupcakes with vanilla ice cream frosting and a caramel drizzle, Key-lime pie cupcakes, and homemade banana pudding!

The evening promises to be fun for everyone with an exclusive prime 360 degree view of the city and clear view of the downtown Fort Myers fireworks. Limited tickets available. Dress is patriotic casual.

General admission is $99 in advance and $125 day of event.

Price includes BBQ buffet from Dave’s Bangin Barbecue, draft beer and wine, live music by Roxx Revolt & The Velvets, beautiful views of the river and fireworks. The event runs 7 to 11 p.m. A VIP package is also available.

For more information, visit www.sbdac.com or call 239-3331933. The Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center is located at 2301 First St. in the historic downtown Fort Myers River District.

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Thunder Beach band, fireworks in downtown Fort Myers July 4th

got you loved.

The River District They've performed Alliance and the City of at festivals, country Fort Myers present clubs, bike nights and Downtown Fort Myers several local venues.

July 4th Celebration The band’s motto is with live music and fire“Classic Dance Rock ... works.

Done Right!!"

The free, family Thunder Beach event runs from 6 to 10 band members are Jim p.m. and features live Stewart on lead guitar music by Thunder and vocals, John Beach and a fireworks Haussmann on bass show. guitar and vocals, All the July 4th activiVinnie Piccolo on keyties will be close to the boards, Ray Marsch on waterfront in the area of drums and vocals and Bay and Hendry streets Thunder Beach will peform at the free downtown July 4th celebration.

Chris Day on lead and Edwards Drive. vocals (and manager).

Other event sponsors include Budweiser, Kelleher Law, You can find out more about the band, its members, Happenings Magazine, the Fort Myers CRA and the Beaches schedule, music videos and contact information, on their of Fort Myers and Sanibel. website www.thunderbeachband.com or Facebook page at Thunder Beach is a five-piece, classic dance rock, powerwww.facebook.com/thunderbeachband house group, performing an amazing selection of the best For more details about this downtown event and others, classic rock music from the ‘60s to the ‘80s. They have a visit www.explorefortmyers.com focus on tribute-level performances to all the songs you for-

ACMA returning with live shows, songwriter circle

The Americana Community Music Association, Fort Myer’s home for original Americana music, is resuming live music concerts with a new and expanded schedule.

The ACMA provides a venue for local and touring artists, many of whom are award-winning performers in the Americana/Folk Community.

Their shows at All Faiths Unitarian Congregation are in a quiet, intimate setting with every show a meet and greet with the artists. At the new Alliance for the Arts venue, the shows are in an outdoor setting adding to the ambience of the music with a meet and greet after the show.

For the last year, the ACMA pivoted to live streaming, Zoom and YouTube shows in order to continue the mission of providing quality Americana music to the community during the global pandemic. They will continue to livestream the new Feed Florida benefit shows hosted by Kim Mayfield. These shows benefit the Harry Chapin Food Bank.

The popular “get to know the musician” Podcast started by Fran Snyder of The

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Listening Room Network will continue under the leadership of ACMA member musician Bill Veach.

The ACMA also announced that the singer-songwriter circle will continue to be unbroken as they return to the All Faiths Unitarian Congregation location for in person circles every other week as of June 20 The ACMA singer-songwriter circle has returned and is held from 2 to 4 p.m. and every other week. See their Facebook page for schedule lead by Gene Martin and David Hintz.

The circle is for Fort Myers. acoustic songwriters of all levels.

The ACMA@Alliance is held at Original songs and experiences are Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor shared in a non-judgmental, casual Blvd., Fort Myers. atmosphere. No membership or donaFor more information and show tions required. All are welcome to schedules, visit www.americanacma.org come and play or listen. The circle is The schedule for the circle will be on held at All Faiths Unitarian the Americana Community Music Congregation, 2756 McGregor Blvd, Association Facebook page.

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Retro dance party next on the schedule for Sounds of Summer MUSIC

Dance the night away Friday, July 16 from 9 p.m. to midnight as the Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center presents a ‘70s, ‘80s and ‘90s Retro Dance Party, part of the 2021 Sounds of Summer music series.

Get out your bell bottoms, leg warmers, or zip off jeans and bring your best dance moves to get groovy and party like it's the 20th century! This Dance Party will be held at Sidney’s Rooftop Sculpture Garden, the newest addition to downtown Fort Myers.

It’s going to be a fun night to get groovy under the stars.

Spinning the best ‘70s, ‘80s & ‘90s dance party hits will be 105.5 DJ Selecta AJ. Dressing up in your favorite decade attire is DJ Selecta AJ - July 16 strongly encouraged.

Admission is $10. Doors open at 8:30 p.m., and the music starts at 9 p.m.

For the finale concert in the series, experience an evening with singer-songwriter Sheena Brook on Aug. 20. Sheena Brook will be playing original songs and talking about the inspiration and the process behind them. Sheena Brook has created her own sound by playing all types of genres. With her quick wit and ability Sheena Brook - Aug. 20 to connect and interact with her audience, Sheena uses techniques like looping to create music on the fly that leaves anyone watching in awe. A Southwest Florida Native, Sheena Brook has a laid back style with an energetic and inviting vibe.

Sheena has played at many festivals, written with hit writers and also appeared on NBC’s The Voice.

Admission is $10. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and the performance is at 7:30 p.m.

The Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center is located at 2301 First St. in the historic downtown Fort Myers River District. For more information visit www.sbdac.com or call 239-333-1933.

John Denver tribute Aug. 7 at Hinman Auditorium

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Remembering John Denver is scheduled for Aug. 7 at 7:30 p.m. at Hinman Auditorium.

Singer, songwriter and John Denver tribute artist Ted Vigil has been touring the country providing the late singer’s fans a night of musical memories. He has performed with Steve Wiesberg, John Denver’s lead guitarist from the ’70s, who is quoted as saying, “Apparently the audience thinks all the John Denver tribute artists look and sound like John—I don’t see it, but I do see it with Ted. He has a very strong physical resemblance… Uncanny!”

Tickets are $35 to $45. The Performing Arts Center, Hinman Auditorium, is located at 10150 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs.

For details, call 239-495-8989 or visit www.artcenterbonita.org.

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Island Hopper Songwriter Fest returns in September

After a one-year hiatus, the annual Island Hopper Songwriter Fest is returning to Southwest Florida Sept. 17 – 26.

Island Hopper Songwriter Fest is a 10-day music festival featuring performances by the greatest singer-songwriters from Nashville and nationwide. The festival is broken up into three locations with the first weekend kicking off on Captiva Island (Sept. 17 - 19), then moving to downtown Fort Myers during the week (Sept. 20 - 23), and ends with a weekend on Fort Myers Michael Ray will headline the 2021 Island Beach (Sept.

Hopper Songwriter Fest.

24 - 26). different venues.

So far, Most shows are free with the more than 50 exception of a few ticketed experisongwriters have ences like the headliner shows. been scheduled This year’s headliner is Michael for the festival with Ray. Three No. 1 songs – “Kiss You performances at 15

in the Morning,” “Think a Little Less,” and “One That Got Away” – plus “Get to You” and “Her World or Mine,” brings his tally to five Goldcertified singles. The poignant “Her World or Mine” from his sophomore album Amos also produced a video that has captured more than 23 million YouTube views since its debut less than a year ago. Now, two hit albums into that all-too-rare blend of critically acclaimed and commercially successful career, Ray has released “Whiskey and Rain,” the first single off of his upcoming project produced by Grammy-nominated song whisperer Ross Copperman. Proof that heartbroken wallowing can feel good if it swings, “Whiskey And Rain” has garnered over 20 million streams since its release.

For more information, visit online at www.islandhopperfest.com

AMERICANA COMMUNITY MUSIC ASSOCIATION Fort Myers home for original Americana music!

Check our Facebook page

Americana Community Music Association and our website

www.americanacma.org for updates on all Events

Feed Florida show every Monday!

Streaming event features different musical guest and raises money for Harry Chapin Food Bank, hosted by ACMA member Kim Mayfield The ACMA continues to promote original music with Live Streaming and in person Concerts.

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John Corabi

John Corabi brought his acoustic tour to The Ranch Concert Hall and Saloon in Fort Myers on May 25. The intimate evening featured stories and songs performed by the former member of Motley Crue, The Dead Daisies, Union and The Scream. photos by Jamie Kuser

Blues and bloodys at The Center Bar

The Center Bar at Promenade at Bonita Bay offers live music six days a week in the summer (Tuesdays - Sunday).

On the second Sunday of the month, The Center Bar Concert Series features blues and bloodys.

Those Dangerous Divas are scheduled to perform Sunday, July 11 from 4 - 6:30 p.m. at The Center Bar Concert Series. The divas include Dottie Kelly, Edlene Hart, Betty Padgett and Mary Washington Brooks. The Allstar Band includes Joey Gilmore, Sonnyboy Williams, Mike Ancona and Maurice Dukes. The day begins with music by Tom Craig at 1 p.m.

Bloody Marys and BBQ will be available. Guests may bring their own lawn chairs. For more information, visit www.thecenterbar.com

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At left, Kara Grainger was headliner of Juneʼs Blues & Bloodys Concert Series at The Center Bar in Bonita. Above are Memphis Lightning and Josh Rowand, the first performers of the day on June 13. photos by Jamie Kuser

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PERFORMANCES IN SW FLORIDA

DEC 9

The Outlaws

The Ranch, Fort Myers

DEC 11

Joe Bonamassa

JUL 2

Justin Lee Partin

Hertz Arena, Estero

The Ranch, Fort Myers

DEC 22

David Foster

JUL 4

Carly Pearce

BB Mann Hall, Fort Myers

Cape Red, White & Boom

JUL 24

Slaughter, L.A. Guns The Ranch, Fort Myers

SEP 18

Theory of a Deadman The Ranch, Fort Myers

Santana

SEP 19

Hertz Arena, Estero

SEP 23

Michael Ray

Downtown Fort Myers

SEP 25

Randy Houser

The Ranch, Fort Myers

John Michael Montgomery

OCT 2

The Ranch, Fort Myers

OCT 16 Rey Ruiz

Seminole Casino, Immokalee

Three Dog Night

BB Mann Hall, Fort Myers

OCT 21

Collie Buddz

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JAN 26, 2022 Chubby Checker

Santana

Santana will be at Hertz Arena in Estero on Sept. 19. For tickets and info, visit www.hertzarena.com. Photo by Maryanne Bilhamb

OCT 22

Casting Crowns Hertz Arena, Estero

Here Come the Mummies

Seminole Casino, Immokalee

OCT 28

Jason Aldean

Hertz Arena, Estero

OCT 29

Rodney Atkins

The Ranch, Fort Myers

OCT 30

Jim Brown

The Ranch, Fort Myers

Clint Black

Seminole Casino, Immokalee

NOV 12

Tedeschi Trucks Band BB Mann Hall, Fort Myers

Hermanʼs Hermits starring Peter Noone

NOV 12

Seminole Casino, Immokalee

NOV 13 ZZ Top

BB Mann Hall, Fort Myers

NOV 16

The Kingston Trio

BB Mann Hall, Fort Myers

NOV 19

Chris Stapleton, Sheryl Crow Hertz Arena, Estero

NOV 5

Marc Anthony

DEC 3

NOV 6

DEC 4

Hertz Arena, Estero

Colt Ford

The Ranch, Fort Myers

Toby Keith

Hertz Arena, Estero

The LACS

The Ranch, Fort Myers

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BB Mann Hall, Fort Myers

FEB 12

Blue Oyster Cult

Seminole Casino, Immokalee

FEB 25

The Texas Tenors

Seminole Casino, Immokalee

MAR 2

Celtic Woman

BB Mann Hall, Fort Myers

MAR 4

Frankie Avalon, Bobby Rydell, Fabian

Seminole Casino, Immokalee

Little River Band

BB Mann Hall, Fort Myers

MAR 12

Shenandoah

The Ranch, Fort Myers

MAR 19

The Guess Who

Seminole Casino, Immokalee

APR 3

Kenny G

Seminole Casino, Immokalee

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Slaughter will perform July 24 at The Ranch with special guest Rileyʼs LA Guns.

Above, Slaughter at the Coral Head Music Festival in 2019. photo by Jamie Kuser

Colt Ford returns to The Ranch Nov. 6. photo by Jeff Fasano

The Ranch Concert Hall features country & rock

24, Ben Allen Band on Aug. 21, Tommy Vext on Sept. 10, Theory of a Deadman on Sept. 18, Collie Buddz on Oct. 21, Sheclipse (Journey tribute) on Oct. 28, Jim Brown on Oct. 30 and The Outlaws on Dec. 9.

For tickets and details, go to 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, which is located at 2158 Colonial Blvd. in Fort Myers.

The show calendat is getting longer at The Ranch Concert Hall & Saloon.

More concerts are being added regularly to the country and rock schedule.

The Sam Galloway Ford Concert Series welcomes Randy Houser on

John Michael Montgomery - Oct. 2 Sept. 25 (new date), John Michael Montgomery on Oct. 2, Rodney Atkins on Oct. 29, Colt Ford on Nov. 6, The LACS and Demun Jones on Dec. 4 and Shenandoah on March 12, 2022.

Rodney Atkins new concert date at The Ranch is Oct. 29. photo by Jamie Kuser

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Other upcoming concerts at The Ranch Concert Hall (not part of the Galloway series) include Justin Lee Partin on July 2, 10 Years with Vallion & The Collective on July 9, In the EndLinkin Park Experience on July 22, Slaughter and Riley’s L.A. Guns on July

Randy Houserʼs rescheduled concert at The Ranch is set for Sept. 25.

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More concerts announced for Seminole Casino Hotel

Additional shows have been announced as Seminole Casino Hotel in Immokalee restarts its concert schedule.

Last month, the casino announced Blue Oyster Cult on Feb. 12, The Golden Boys (Bobby Rydell, Fabian and Frankie Avalon) on March 4 and Kenny G on April 3.

New shows include Here Come the Mummies on Oct. 22, Clint Black on Oct. 30, Herman’s Hermits starring Peter Noone on Dec. 12, The Texas Tenors on Feb. 25 and The Guess Who on March 19.

Tickets are available by phone at 1-800-514-ETIX or online at www.moreinparadise.com. Concert attendees must be 21 years of age or older.

Hermanʼs Hermits starring Peter Noone

Here Come the Mummies return to Seminole Casino Hotel Oct. 22.

Here Come the Mummies

GOLD Entertainment presents the eight-piece funk-rock band Here Come the Mummies live in concert as part of “The Reawakening Tour” at Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee on Friday, Oct. 22 at 8 p.m.

Here Come the Mummies, whose band members are 5,000year-old Egyptian Mummies, is known for high-energy live performances of its “Terrifying Funk from Beyond the Grave.”

Since their discovery, HCTM has been direct support for PFunk, Al Green, Mavis Staples, KC and the Sunshine Band, and Cheap Trick; rocked Super Bowl Village; become a regular on The Bob and Tom Show; played massive festivals like Summer Camp, Common Ground, Voodoo Fest, Musikfest, Suwannee Hulaween, and Riverbend; and sold tickets by the thousands across large swaths of North America.

Advance tickets are on sale for $45.

GOLD Entertainment presents Herman’s Hermits starting Peter Noone performing “An Old English Christmas” live in concert at Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee on Sunday, Dec. 12 at 8 p.m.

At the age of 15, Noone achieved international fame as “Herman,” lead singer of the legendary pop band Herman’s Hermits. Accompanied by his band, Noone currently performs over 200 concerts a year. He consistently plays to sold-out venues and his admirers span the generations.

Known on both sides of the pond and once just as big as the Beatles, Noone and the band’s classic hits include: “I’m Into Something Good,” “Mrs. Brown, You’ve Got A Lovely Daughter,” “I’m Henry VIII, I Am,” “Silhouettes,” “Can’t You Hear My Heartbeat,” “Wonderful World,” “Just A Little Bit Better,” “There’s A Kind of Hush,” “A Must To Avoid,” “Listen People,” “No Milk Today,” “The End of the World,” “Leaning On A Lamp Post” and “Dandy.”

Clint Black

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Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee presents living legend Clint Black performing his iconic country music live on Saturday, Oct. 30 at 8 p.m.

In one of the most storied careers in modern music, Clint Black surged to superstardom as part of the fabled Class of '89, reaching number one with five consecutive singles from his triple-platinum debut album “Killin' Time.” He followed that with the triple-platinum “Put Yourself in My Shoes” and a string of platinum and gold albums throughout the 1990s.

Perhaps most impressively, Black wrote or co-wrote every one of his more than three dozen chart hits, including "A Better Man," "Where Are You Now," "When My Ship Comes In," "A Good Run of Bad Luck," "Summer's Comin'," "Like the Rain" and "Nothin' But the Taillights," part of a catalog that produced 22 number one singles and made him one of the most successful singer/songwriters of the modern era.

Along the way, Black has sold over 20 million records, earned more than a dozen gold and platinum awards in the United States and Canada, landed nearly two dozen major awards and nominations including over a dozen Grammy nominations, and earned a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

Tickets are available for $79.

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Artist Dona Ainsley won best in show with her folk art assembled sculpture “Marking Time” at the 13th annual juried art show “Recaptured” at the Sidney and Berne Davis Art Center in June.

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Artists Bonnie Turner and her son, Brook Turner, were part of a multi-generational art exhibit in June at Arts for ACT Gallery.

The exhibit also featured the art of Bonnieʼs late mother, Pat Cleveland, who was a long-time supporter of ACT.

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Spencer Elles was the featured artist in June at DAAS Co-Op Art Gallery and Gifts.

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FIRST FRIDAYS EVERY MONTH (rain or shine) 6 PM

The next Art Walk is set for July 2.

THIRD FRIDAYS EVERY MONTH 6 PM

The next Music Walk is July 16.

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DINING

IN

SOUTHWEST FLORIDA

1st Street Deli

This award-winning 112-seat authentic New York-style delicatessen (the only one in Southwest Florida) is open daily serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. 1st Street Deli brings a distinctly unique dining experience to the Southwest Florida market formerly found only in New York City. Here you can grab a sandwich that is bigger than your appetite. Offerings at the Deli include piled high pastrami and corned beef sandwiches, reubens, hot paninis, hamburgers and salads. Open daily 1 – 8 p.m.

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

EE-TO-LEET-KE Grill

The EE-TO-LEET-KE Grill at Seminole Casino features contemporary regional cuisines utilizing the freshest selections of Prime aged beef, fresh seafood, and an array of locally-sourced produce.

Its wide-ranging menu offers pastas, house made soups, steaks, seafood and chef specialty items including award- winning twin lobster tails, smothered chicken and the ever-popular grilled ribeye. Open daily 9 a.m. – midnight.

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

Ella Mae’s Diner

Nostalgia served with a smile. A fun retroinspired eatery serving up comfort food and classic diner fare. Slide into a booth or pull up to the counter for a burger and milkshake or the best all-day breakfast you’ve ever had. Ella Mae’s provides a welcome twist to the classic southern diner.

Celebrating Dr. Ella Mae Piper’s legacy, it’s here the community comes together to share stories as they enjoy a meal amidst vintage-inspired finishes and a bright color palette. Pictured, Ella Mae’s Bourbon Pecan French Toast is made with thickly-sliced bread dunked in a sweetened egg wash. Cooked until golden brown and served hot off the griddle with a topping of bourbon and brown sugar glazed apples and pecans and a light dusting of powdered sugar.

Luminary Hotel, 2200 Edwards Drive, Fort Myers 239-314-3854 www.LuminaryHotel.com

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Ichiban Japanese & Chinese

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 six days a week (closed Sundays).

1520 Broadway, #105, Downtown Fort Myers 239-334-6991 www.IchibanDowntownFortMyers.com

The Original Shrimp Dock

The Shrimp Dock is more than just a great waterfront restaurant on Fort Myers Beach, it’s a part of Florida history and it also boasts some of the best live entertainment in the area.

Go see the fantastic REAL DEAL Dueling Pianos show every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday and if you like Rock N Roll, Deb and the Dynamics headlines on Wednesday nights. The Shrimp Dock is next to Salty Sam’s Marina and the Key West Express.

2200 Main Street, Fort Myers Beach 239-463-3043 www.OriginalShrimpDock.com

Oxbow Bar & Grill

For lunch at the new Oxbow Bar & Grill, try the Baja Style Fish Tacos – spicy seasoned grilled fish filet topped with charred pico de gallo, shredded cabbage, radish and a slice of avocado served on a tender flour tortilla and sprinkled with fresh cilantro. Oxbow Bar & Grill offers casual dining right on the Caloosahatchee. Open daily, serving lunch, dinner and Sunday Brunch. Live music Thursday through Sunday.

1300 Hendry St. Fort Myers 239-314-3856 www.oxbowfortmyers.com

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Silver King Ocean Brasserie

Prix Fixe Summer Special. Available Tuesdays and Wednesdays, enjoy a three-course dinner at Silver King Ocean Brasserie. This special menu includes Loch Duart salmon, hand-cut filet mignon, and airline chicken breast, plus salad or appetizer, side dishes and dessert. Executive Chef Brent Gauthier has taken the culinary helm at Luminary Hotel & Co. leading the hotel’s culinary team at The Silver King Ocean Brasserie, Ella Mae’s Diner, Beacon Social Drinkery, and Oxbow Bar & Grill. Silver King Ocean Brasserie showcased fresh seafood through clean, simple preparations for the modern palate. Centered on an open kitchen, the contemporary décor welcomes guests for an elevated dining experience.

Luminary Hotel, 2200 Edwards Drive, Fort Myers 239-314-3855 www.LuminaryHotel.com

Southern Grill

The Southern Grill at the Shell Factory is a full restaurant including liquor, beer and wine. We have an outdoor bar and party venue.

There is no entry fee to get into the Shell Factory store or restaurants.

Parking is free. While you are here visit the Nature Park, Fun Park, Carousel and Soaring Eagle Zipline.

16554 N. Cleveland Ave., North Fort Myers 239-995-3999 www.shellfactory.com

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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 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

Twisted Vine Bistro

Located in Fort Myers River District, we pride ourselves in an eclectic menu, full liquor bar, boutique wine list and extraordinary dining experience. Twisted Vine Bistro, located in downtown Fort Myers' historic river district, prides itself in an extraordinary dining experience. We are a beautiful polished, casual upscale restaurant that has an eclectic menu, a full liquor bar, and a wonderful boutique wine list.

We offer only the freshest seafood, certified Angus Beef, and other local unique innovative entrees. We also feature an extensive wine list, with over thirty wines by the glass.

We even grow our own house herbs and spices in our courtyard garden, which is available for private parties and events. The Barrel Room (next door) offers live music also.

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

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JULY CALENDAR Live Music, Theatre, Art Exhibits, Concerts and Special Events

Naples Jazzmasters The Norris Center, 755 8th Ave. s, Naples 1 p.m. 239-213-3058

THU - 1

GreenMarket Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. 239-939-2787

Farce of Nature Through July 25 Off Broadway Palm Theatre, 1380 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers 239-278-4422

Rich James Band - 5 p.m.

Ben Allen Band - 8 p.m.

Paradise Coast Sports Complex, 3940 City Gate Blvd. N., Naples, Rich James at The Cove, Ben Allen in the stadium, fireworks, 239-252-4386

Christmas in July July 1 - 31 Shell Factory nd Nature Park, 16554 N. Cleveland Ave., North Fort Myers, 239-995-2141 www.shellfactory.com Laboratory Theater of Florida: Sunset Schmoulevard Through July 3 1634 Woodford Ave., Fort Myers 239-218-0481 The Naples Players: The Wedding Singer Through July 25 Blackburn Hall, Sugden Theatre, 701 5th Ave. S., Naples 239-263-7990 Mike and Cheryl The Shell Factory & Nature Park, 16554 N. Cleveland Ave., N. Fort Myers, 4 p.m., 239-995-2141 Grease Through Aug. 14 Broadway Palm Theatre, 1380 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers 239-278-4422 Isaiah Suriel Lobby Bar at Luminary Hotel & Co., 2200 Edwards Dr., Fort Myers 6 - 9 p.m., 239-314-3800 Fire and Ice The Center Bar, The Promenade at Bonita Bay, 26811 S. Bay Drive, Bonita Springs, 6 - 9 p.m., www.thecenterbar.com Dan Miller Jazz Quartet The Barrel Room, 2214 Bay St., Fort Myers, 7 - 10 p.m., 239-333-2225 Smokin Aces Duo Tiki Hut Bar & Grill at Dolphin Key Resort, 1502 Miramar St., Cape Coral, 6 - 9 p.m., 239-540-8454 The Dead Ataris Mercato, 9132 Strada Place, Naples 6:30 - 8:30 p.m., 239-254-1080

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Our nationʼs celebration of the Fourth of July returns this year with a variety of activities planned throughout Southwest Florida.

Fireworks displays are scheduled for downtown Fort Myers, Bonita Springs, Cape Coral, Naples (July 3 & 4), Fort Myers Beach, LaBelle and Punta Gorda (July 3 & 4).

FRI - 2

Chuck Peterson The Shell Factory & Nature Park, 16554 N. Cleveland Ave., N. Fort Myers, 4 p.m., 239-995-2141 Fort Myers Art Walk Downtown Fort Myers 6 -10 p.m. fortmyersriverdistrictalliance.com Sunset Celebration - High Tide Times Square, Fort Myers Beach 5:30 p.m. (weather permitting) 239-463-5900 ACT Gallery exhibit opens Arts for ACT Gallery, 2265 First St., Fort Myers 6 - 10 p.m., 239-337-5050 Ian Summers exhibit opens DAAS Co-Op Art Gallery & Gifts, 1815 Fowler St., unit 3, Fort Myers, 6 - 9:30 p.m., 239-590-8645 Jersey Mike Twisted Vine Bistro, 2214 Bay St., Fort Myers 6:30 - 9:30 p.m., 239-226-1687 Elliott West Band The Cove at Paradise Coast Sports Complex, 3940 City Gate Blvd. N., Naples, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

239-252-4386 Three Ms Synergy, Cath Branwood exhibits Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center 2301 First St., Fort Myers Opening 6 - 10 p.m. 239-333-1933

Jenny Vereline Lobby Bar at Luminary Hotel & Co., 2200 Edwards Dr., Fort Myers 6 - 9 p.m., 239-314-3800 Justin Lee Partin The Ranch Concert Hall & Saloon, 2158 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers, doors open 7 p.m., 239-985-9839 www.theranchfortmyers.com Red Hannah Tiki Hut Bar & Grill at Dolphin Key Resort, 1502 Miramar St., Cape Coral, 7 - 11 p.m., 239-540-8454

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Kerri The Shell Factory & Nature Park, 16554 N. Cleveland Ave., N. Fort Myers, 4 p.m., 239-995-2141 Nicole D’Andrea Twisted Vine Bistro, 2214 Bay St., Fort Myers 6:30 - 9:30 p.m., 239-226-1687 Naples Fourth of July Parade Floats start on Broad Avenue South & make their way down 5th Avenue S. and 8th Street S. near Cambier Park, 10 a.m. 239-213-7120 Alex Lopez Express The Barrel Room, 2214 Bay St., Fort Myers, 8 p.m., 239-333-2225 4th of July Rooftop Bash Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center 2301 First St., Fort Myers 7 - 11 p.m. 239-333-1933

South Shore Band The Center Bar, The Promenade at Bonita Bay, 26811 S. Bay Drive, Bonita Springs, 7 - 10 p.m., www.thecenterbar.com Alan Small Lobby Bar at Luminary Hotel & Co., 2200 Edwards Dr., Fort Myers 6 - 9 p.m., 239-314-3800 Deb and The Dynamics Tiki Hut Bar & Grill at Dolphin Key Resort, 1502 Miramar St., Cape Coral, 7 - 10 p.m., 239-540-8454 An American Holiday: Stars, Stripes and Fireworks July 3 and 4 Fishermen’s Village, 1200 W. Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda Music and activities both days, fireworks on Saturday, 941-639-8721 FourthFest 2021 July 3 and 4 Laishley Park, Punta Gorda Josh Gracin concert July 3. Festival and fireworks July 4 www.puntagordafireworks.com

SUN - 4

Jazz Brunch with Roy Gerson and Don Mopsick The Barrel Room, 2214 Bay St., Fort Myers, 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

239-333-2225 Downtown Fort Myers Fourth of July Celebration Fort Myers River District 6 - 10 p.m., live music by Thunder Beach, fireworks at dusk www.explorefortmyers.com Country Jam & BBQ The Shell Factory & Nature Park, 16554 N. Cleveland Ave., N. Fort Myers, Live music by Brian Piercy (noon) and Pure Country (2 p.m.), Event runs 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

239-995-2141 Happenings Magazine

Smokin Aces Duo Tiki Hut Bar & Grill at Dolphin Key Resort, 1502 Miramar St., Cape Coral, 6 - 9 p.m., 239-540-8454

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

Dueling Pianos with Real Deal The Shrimp Dock, 2200 Main St., Fort Myers Beach 6 - 9 p.m., 239-463-3043

Star Spangled Bonita Riverside Park, Old 41 Road, Bonita Springs Live music by The Dead Ataris from 7 - 9 p.m. Golf cart glow parade at 8:30 p.m. Fireworks at dusk. www.cityofbonitasprings.org

Evening on Fifth 5th Avenue South, Naples 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. 239-692-8436

Juan Dehoyos Oxbow Bar & Grill, 1300 Hendry St., Fort Myers 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., 239-314-3856

In July, Deb and The Dynamics can be seen at many of your favorite local venues. They will perform at the grand opening of the new Nauti Parrot Oasis (formerly Coconut Falls Tiki) in Fort ers on July 1. Dolphin Key Resort will host Deb and The Dynamics on Saturday, July 3 from 7 to 10 p.m. The Shrimp Dock at Salty Samʼs Marina, Fort Myers Beach, has the band scheduled for three consecutive Wednesdays this month: July 7, 14 and 21, all from 7 - 10 p.m. photo by Jamie Kuser

Red, White & Boom: Carly Pearce Cape Coral Parkway at bridge Music by Chris Bandi at 5:30 p.m.

DJ Sinister at 6:45 p.m. Carly Pearce at 7:50 p.m. Fireworks at 9:30 p.m. www.capeboom.com Peter Pan Jr. Cultural Park Theater, 528 Cultural Park Blvd., Cape Coral 3 p.m., 239-772-5862 Reiko & Friends Outdoor Concert Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers 8 p.m. 239-939-2787 Red, White & Tunes Barron Park, 1559 DeSoto Ave., LaBelle Festivities start at 4 p.m., music by The Walker Experience, parade, fireworks, downtownlabelle.com

MON - 5

Alan Small Tiki Hut Bar & Grill at Dolphin Key Resort, 1502 Miramar St., Cape Coral, 6 - 9 p.m., 239-540-8454

TUE - 6

Steve Cipriano The Shell Factory & Nature Park, 16554 N. Cleveland Ave., N. Fort Myers, 4 p.m., 239-995-2141

Sam Wilson & Pat Johnson exhibit Through July Harbour View Gallery, 5789 Cape Harbour Drive, suite 104, Cape Coral Reception 6 - 9 p.m. July 6 www.harbourviewgallery.com Justin Ross The Center Bar, The Promenade at Bonita Bay, 26811 S. Bay Drive, Bonita Springs, 6 - 9 p.m., www.thecenterbar.com

WED - 7

World of Pearl The Shell Factory & Nature Park, 16554 N. Cleveland Ave., N. Fort Myers, 4 p.m., 239-995-2141 AURA The Center Bar, The Promenade at Bonita Bay, 26811 S. Bay Drive, Bonita Springs, 6 - 9 p.m., www.thecenterbar.com

Deb & The Dynamics The Shrimp Dock, 2200 Main St., Fort Myers Beach 6 - 9 p.m., 239-463-3043 Gerald Augustin Jazz Trio The Barrel Room, 2214 Bay St., Fort Myers, 7 - 10 p.m., 239-333-2225 High Tide Tiki Hut Bar & Grill at Dolphin Key Resort, 1502 Miramar St., Cape Coral, 6 - 9 p.m., 239-540-8454

THU - 8

Mike and Cheryl The Shell Factory & Nature Park, 16554 N. Cleveland Ave., N. Fort Myers, 4 p.m., 239-995-2141 Dale The Center Bar, The Promenade at Bonita Bay, 26811 S. Bay Drive, Bonita Springs, 6 - 9 p.m., www.thecenterbar.com

Isaiah Suriel Lobby Bar at Luminary Hotel & Co., 2200 Edwards Dr., Fort Myers 6 - 9 p.m., 239-314-3800 Dan Miller Jazz Quartet The Barrel Room, 2214 Bay St., Fort Myers, 7 - 10 p.m., 239-333-2225

FRI - 9

Chuck Peterson The Shell Factory & Nature Park, 16554 N. Cleveland Ave., N. Fort Myers, 4 p.m., 239-995-2141 Dueling Pianos with Real Deal The Shrimp Dock, 2200 Main St., Fort Myers Beach 6 - 9 p.m., 239-463-3043 CJ Matthews The Center Bar, The Promenade at Bonita Bay, 26811 S. Bay Drive, Bonita Springs, 7 - 10 p.m., www.thecenterbar.com Soapy Tuna Tiki Hut Bar & Grill at Dolphin Key Resort, 1502 Miramar St., Cape Coral, 7 - 11 p.m., 239-540-8454 Sunset Celebration - High Tide Times Square, Fort Myers Beach 5:30 p.m. (weather permitting) 239-463-5900 Jersey Mike Twisted Vine Bistro, 2214 Bay St., Fort Myers 6:30 - 9:30 p.m., 239-226-1687

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Steve Cipriano The Shell Factory & Nature Park, 16554 N. Cleveland Ave., N. Fort Myers, 4 p.m., 239-995-2141

Elliott West Band The Cove at Paradise Coast Sports Complex, 3940 City Gate Blvd. N., Naples, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

239-252-4386

Anthony Pacone Tiki Hut Bar & Grill at Dolphin Key Resort, 1502 Miramar St., Cape Coral, 6 - 9 p.m., 239-540-8454

Yappy Hour Bell Tower, 13499 S. Cleveland Ave., Fort Myers 6 - 8 p.m., 239-489-1221

WED - 14

World of Pearl The Shell Factory & Nature Park, 16554 N. Cleveland Ave., N. Fort Myers, 4 p.m., 239-995-2141

Claire Lipatulo Lobby Bar at Luminary Hotel & Co., 2200 Edwards Dr., Fort Myers 6 - 9 p.m., 239-314-3800

Gerald Augustin Jazz Trio The Barrel Room, 2214 Bay St., Fort Myers, 7 - 10 p.m., 239-333-2225

10 Years with Vallion & The Collective The Ranch Concert Hall & Saloon, 2158 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers, doors open 7 p.m., 239-985-9839 www.theranchfortmyers.com

High Tide Tiki Hut Bar & Grill at Dolphin Key Resort, 1502 Miramar St., Cape Coral, 6 - 9 p.m., 239-540-8454

SAT - 10

Kerri The Shell Factory & Nature Park, 16554 N. Cleveland Ave., N. Fort Myers, 4 p.m., 239-995-2141 Naples Jazzmasters The Norris Center, 755 8th Ave. s, Naples 1 p.m. 239-213-3058 Pop-Up Marketplace Bell Tower, 13499 S. Cleveland Ave., Fort Myers, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., 239-489-1221 GreenMarket Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. 239-939-2787 Dueling Pianos with Real Deal The Shrimp Dock, 2200 Main St., Fort Myers Beach 6 - 9 p.m., 239-463-3043 New York Rhythm The Center Bar, The Promenade at Bonita Bay, 26811 S. Bay Drive, Bonita Springs, 7 - 10 p.m., www.thecenterbar.com Nicole D’Andrea Twisted Vine Bistro, 2214 Bay St., Fort Myers 6:30 - 9:30 p.m., 239-226-1687 Brian Markley Lobby Bar at Luminary Hotel & Co., 2200 Edwards Dr., Fort Myers 6 - 9 p.m., 239-314-3800 Battle of the Arts Artsemble Underground, Bell Tower, 13499 S. Cleveland Ave., Fort Myers, 5 - 8:30 p.m., 239-489-1221 42 - JULY 2021

Deb & The Dynamics The Shrimp Dock, 2200 Main St., Fort Myers Beach 6 - 9 p.m., 239-463-3043

Catch Steve Cipriano every Tuesday in July at 4 p.m. at the Shell Factory in North Fort Myers.

Joey Tenuto Blues The Barrel Room, 2214 Bay St., Fort Myers, 8 p.m., 239-333-2225

Jazz Brunch with Roy Gerson and Don Mopsick The Barrel Room, 2214 Bay St., Fort Myers, 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

239-333-2225

Nick Ramos Band The Cove at Paradise Coast Sports Complex, 3940 City Gate Blvd. N., Naples, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

239-252-4386

Juan Dehoyos Oxbow Bar & Grill, 1300 Hendry St., Fort Myers 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., 239-314-3856

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

Brian Piercy The Shell Factory & Nature Park, 16554 N. Cleveland Ave., N. Fort Myers, 3 p.m., 239-995-2141

SUN - 11

Blues & Bloodys The Center Bar, The Promenade at Bonita Bay, 26811 S. Bay Drive, Bonita Springs, 1 - 6:30 p.m., Tom Craig at 1 p.m., Those Dangerous Divas at 4 p.m. www.thecenterbar.com Limited Edition Tiki Hut Bar & Grill at Dolphin Key Resort, 1502 Miramar St., Cape Coral, 3:30 - 7:30 p.m., 239-540-8454

MON - 12

Alan Small Tiki Hut Bar & Grill at Dolphin Key Resort, 1502 Miramar St., Cape Coral, 6 - 9 p.m., 239-540-8454

TUE - 13

Manny T The Center Bar, The Promenade at Bonita Bay, 26811 S. Bay Drive, Bonita Springs, 6 - 9 p.m., www.thecenterbar.com

Josh Rowand The Center Bar, The Promenade at Bonita Bay, 26811 S. Bay Drive, Bonita Springs, 6 - 9 p.m., www.thecenterbar.com

THU - 15

Mike and Cheryl The Shell Factory & Nature Park, 16554 N. Cleveland Ave., N. Fort Myers, 4 p.m., 239-995-2141 Dueling Pianos with Real Deal The Shrimp Dock, 2200 Main St., Fort Myers Beach 6 - 9 p.m., 239-463-3043 Dan Miller Jazz Quartet The Barrel Room, 2214 Bay St., Fort Myers, 7 - 10 p.m., 239-333-2225 Rusty Wright The Center Bar, The Promenade at Bonita Bay, 26811 S. Bay Drive, Bonita Springs, 6 - 9 p.m., www.thecenterbar.com Isaiah Suriel Lobby Bar at Luminary Hotel & Co., 2200 Edwards Dr., Fort Myers 6 - 9 p.m., 239-314-3800 Open Mic Bonita Performing Arts Center, Hinman Auditorium, 10150 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs 7 p.m. 239-495-8989 Happenings Magazine

Rock the Block: NostalJah Mercato, 9132 Strada Place, Naples 6 - 9 p.m., 239-254-1080

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

Smokin Aces Duo Tiki Hut Bar & Grill at Dolphin Key Resort, 1502 Miramar St., Cape Coral, 6 - 9 p.m., 239-540-8454

Honky Tonk Sideshow The Cove at Paradise Coast Sports Complex, 3940 City Gate Blvd. N., Naples, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

239-252-4386

Gulf Coast Leisure: Art & Poetry Networking Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center 2301 First St., Fort Myers 239-333-1933

Mini MangoMania Fishers of Men Lutheran Church, 10360 Stringfellow Road, St. James City, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

239-283-0888

FRI - 16

Fort Myers Music Walk Downtown Fort Myers 6 p.m. www.explorefortmyers.com Chuck Peterson The Shell Factory & Nature Park, 16554 N. Cleveland Ave., N. Fort Myers, 4 p.m., 239-995-2141 Paula Canon Lobby Bar at Luminary Hotel & Co., 2200 Edwards Dr., Fort Myers 6 - 9 p.m., 239-314-3800 Jersey Mike Twisted Vine Bistro, 2214 Bay St., Fort Myers 6:30 - 9:30 p.m., 239-226-1687

Gary Greenstein Lobby Bar at Luminary Hotel & Co., 2200 Edwards Dr., Fort Myers 6 - 9 p.m., 239-314-3800 Mercato in Naples has launched a new music event called Rock the Block which takes place the third Thursday of each month from 6 - 9 p.m. NostalJah will perform Thursday, July 15. For more details about this and other events, visit mercatoshops.com

SUN - 18

Build & Brew Mound House, 451 Connecticut St. Fort Myers Beach Advance registration by July 14, 239-765-0865

Nicole D’Andrea Twisted Vine Bistro, 2214 Bay St., Fort Myers 6:30 - 9:30 p.m., 239-226-1687

Juan Dehoyos Oxbow Bar & Grill, 1300 Hendry St., Fort Myers 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., 239-314-3856

Dueling Pianos with Real Deal The Shrimp Dock, 2200 Main St., Fort Myers Beach 6 - 9 p.m., 239-463-3043

Cars and Coffee 239 Mercato, 9132 Strada Place, Naples 9 - 11 a.m., 239-254-1080

Dueling Pianos with Real Deal The Shrimp Dock, 2200 Main St., Fort Myers Beach 6 - 9 p.m., 239-463-3043

Elliott West Band The Cove at Paradise Coast Sports Complex, 3940 City Gate Blvd. N., Naples, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

239-252-4386

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

SAT - 17

Sunset Celebration - High Tide Times Square, Fort Myers Beach 5:30 p.m. (weather permitting) 239-463-5900 70s, 80s & 90s Dance Party Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center 2301 First St., Fort Myers 9 p.m. 239-333-1933

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Kerri The Shell Factory & Nature Park, 16554 N. Cleveland Ave., N. Fort Myers, 4 p.m., 239-995-2141 Cahlua and Cream The Center Bar, The Promenade at Bonita Bay, 26811 S. Bay Drive, Bonita Springs, 7 - 10 p.m., www.thecenterbar.com

Joel DaSilva Band The Barrel Room, 2214 Bay St., Fort Myers, 8 p.m., 239-333-2225 GreenMarket Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. 239-939-2787 Naples Jazzmasters The Norris Center, 755 8th Ave. s, Naples 1 p.m. 239-213-3058

Jazz Brunch with Roy Gerson and Don Mopsick The Barrel Room, 2214 Bay St., Fort Myers, 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

239-333-2225

Godspell Jr. Cultural Park Theater, 528 Cultural Park Blvd., Cape Coral 3 p.m., 239-772-5862 Brian Piercy The Shell Factory & Nature Park, 16554 N. Cleveland Ave., N. Fort Myers, 3 p.m., 239-995-2141 Radio Rick and US 41 Radio hosted by Matt Mangas Tiki Hut Bar & Grill at Dolphin Key Resort, 1502 Miramar St., Cape Coral, 3:30 - 7:30 p.m., 239-540-8454

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JULY CALENDAR MON - 19

Dueling Pianos with Real Deal The Shrimp Dock, 2200 Main St., Fort Myers Beach 6 - 9 p.m., 239-463-3043

Alan Small Tiki Hut Bar & Grill at Dolphin Key Resort, 1502 Miramar St., Cape Coral, 6 - 9 p.m., 239-540-8454

Marty Stokes Band The Barrel Room, 2214 Bay St., Fort Myers, 8 p.m., 239-333-2225

TUE - 20

Steve Cipriano The Shell Factory & Nature Park, 16554 N. Cleveland Ave., N. Fort Myers, 4 p.m., 239-995-2141 Justin Ross The Center Bar, The Promenade at Bonita Bay, 26811 S. Bay Drive, Bonita Springs, 6 - 9 p.m., www.thecenterbar.com Movies on the Lawn: Soul Surfer Mercato, 9132 Strada Place, Naples 8:30 p.m., 239-254-1080

WED - 21

Deb & The Dynamics The Shrimp Dock, 2200 Main St., Fort Myers Beach 6 - 9 p.m., 239-463-3043 World of Pearl The Shell Factory & Nature Park, 16554 N. Cleveland Ave., N. Fort Myers, 4 p.m., 239-995-2141 AURA The Center Bar, The Promenade at Bonita Bay, 26811 S. Bay Drive, Bonita Springs, 6 - 9 p.m., www.thecenterbar.com Gerald Augustin Jazz Trio The Barrel Room, 2214 Bay St., Fort Myers, 7 - 10 p.m., 239-333-2225 High Tide Tiki Hut Bar & Grill at Dolphin Key Resort, 1502 Miramar St., Cape Coral, 6 - 9 p.m., 239-540-8454

THU - 22

Mike and Cheryl The Shell Factory & Nature Park, 16554 N. Cleveland Ave., N. Fort Myers, 4 p.m., 239-995-2141 Dan Miller Jazz Quartet The Barrel Room, 2214 Bay St., Fort Myers, 7 - 10 p.m., 239-333-2225 Dueling Pianos with the Real Deal The Shrimp Dock, 2200 Main St., Fort Myers Beach 6 - 9 p.m., 239-463-3043

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Music & Art Night Lorne’s Gallery, Marina Village at Tarpon Point, unit 105, Cape Coral Featured artist Lorne Hosack, 5 - 8 p.m., 239-945-0866

Mercato in Naples hosts Cars and Coffee 239 on the third Sunday of the month from 9 to 11 a.m. The next one is July 18.

Smokin Aces Duo Tiki Hut Bar & Grill at Dolphin Key Resort, 1502 Miramar St., Cape Coral, 6 - 9 p.m., 239-540-8454

Memphis Lightning The Center Bar, The Promenade at Bonita Bay, 26811 S. Bay Drive, Bonita Springs, 7 - 10 p.m., www.thecenterbar.com

Fire and Ice The Center Bar, The Promenade at Bonita Bay, 26811 S. Bay Drive, Bonita Springs, 6 - 9 p.m., www.thecenterbar.com

Jersey Mike Twisted Vine Bistro, 2214 Bay St., Fort Myers 6:30 - 9:30 p.m., 239-226-1687

Isaiah Suriel Lobby Bar at Luminary Hotel & Co., 2200 Edwards Dr., Fort Myers 6 - 9 p.m., 239-314-3800

Chuck Peterson The Shell Factory & Nature Park, 16554 N. Cleveland Ave., N. Fort Myers, 4 p.m., 239-995-2141

In the End: Linkin Park Experience The Ranch Concert Hall & Saloon, 2158 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers, doors open 7 p.m., 239-985-9839 www.theranchfortmyers.com

Carling Witt Lobby Bar at Luminary Hotel & Co., 2200 Edwards Dr., Fort Myers 6 - 9 p.m., 239-314-3800

Macbeth: The Murder Mystery July 22 - 25 Performing Arts Center, Moe Auditorium, 10150 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs 239-495-8989

FRI - 23

Smokin Aces Tiki Hut Bar & Grill at Dolphin Key Resort, 1502 Miramar St., Cape Coral, 7 - 11 p.m., 239-540-8454 PBR: Touring Pro Division July 23 and 24 Hertz Arena, 11000 Everblades Parkway, Estero 8 p.m. 239-948-7825

Sunset Celebration - High Tide Times Square, Fort Myers Beach 5:30 p.m. (weather permitting) 239-463-5900

Charlotte Players: Kids on Stage July 23 - 25 Langdon Playhouse, 1182 Market Circle., Port Charlotte 941-255-1022

Dueling Pianos with Real Deal The Shrimp Dock, 2200 Main St., Fort Myers Beach 6 - 9 p.m., 239-463-3043

SAT - 24

Elliott West Band The Cove at Paradise Coast Sports Complex, 3940 City Gate Blvd. N., Naples, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

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Gulf Coast Symphony: A Century of Broadway Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall, 13350 FSW Parkway, Fort Myers, 7:30 p.m. 239-481-4849

GreenMarket Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. 239-939-2787 David Rojas Jr. Lobby Bar at Luminary Hotel & Co., 2200 Edwards Dr., Fort Myers 6 - 9 p.m., 239-314-3800 Kerri The Shell Factory & Nature Park, 16554 N. Cleveland Ave., N. Fort Myers, 4 p.m., 239-995-2141 Nicole D’Andrea Twisted Vine Bistro, 2214 Bay St., Fort Myers 6:30 - 9:30 p.m., 239-226-1687 Paul Desmarais The Cove at Paradise Coast Sports Complex, 3940 City Gate Blvd. N., Naples, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

239-252-4386 Christmas in July The Center Bar, The Promenade at Bonita Bay, 26811 S. Bay Drive, Bonita Springs, www.thecenterbar.com Naples Jazzmasters The Norris Center, 755 8th Ave. s, Naples 1 p.m. 239-213-3058 Flora Tiki Hut Bar & Grill at Dolphin Key Resort, 1502 Miramar St., Cape Coral, 7 - 11 p.m., 239-540-8454 Slaughter with Riley’s LA Guns The Ranch Concert Hall & Saloon, 2158 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers, doors open 7 p.m., 239-985-9839 www.theranchfortmyers.com

SUN - 25

Jazz Brunch with Roy Gerson and Don Mopsick The Barrel Room, 2214 Bay St., Fort Myers, 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

239-333-2225 Happenings Magazine

Cruise-In Bell Tower, 13499 S. Cleveland Ave., Fort Myers, 8:30 - 11 a.m., 239-489-1221

Jenny Vereline Lobby Bar at Luminary Hotel & Co., 2200 Edwards Dr., Fort Myers 6 - 9 p.m., 239-314-3800

Juan Dehoyos Oxbow Bar & Grill, 1300 Hendry St., Fort Myers 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., 239-314-3856

Rauw Alejandro Hertz Arena, 11000 Everblades Parkway, Estero 8 p.m. 239-948-7825

SAT - 31

Brian Piercy The Shell Factory & Nature Park, 16554 N. Cleveland Ave., N. Fort Myers, 3 p.m., 239-995-2141

Kerri The Shell Factory & Nature Park, 16554 N. Cleveland Ave., N. Fort Myers, 4 p.m., 239-995-2141

Dale and Alexis The Center Bar, The Promenade at Bonita Bay, 26811 S. Bay Drive, Bonita Springs, 5 - 8 p.m., www.thecenterbar.com Thunder Beach Tiki Hut Bar & Grill at Dolphin Key Resort, 1502 Miramar St., Cape Coral, 3:30 - 7:30 p.m., 239-540-8454

MON - 26

Alan Small Tiki Hut Bar & Grill at Dolphin Key Resort, 1502 Miramar St., Cape Coral, 6 - 9 p.m., 239-540-8454

TUE - 27

Steve Cipriano The Shell Factory & Nature Park, 16554 N. Cleveland Ave., N. Fort Myers, 4 p.m., 239-995-2141 Manny T The Center Bar, The Promenade at Bonita Bay, 26811 S. Bay Drive, Bonita Springs, 6 - 9 p.m., www.thecenterbar.com Fat Tuesday Mardi Gras Party with Zydegatorz The Shrimp Dock, 2200 Main St., Fort Myers Beach 6 - 9 p.m., 239-463-3043 Anthony Pacone Tiki Hut Bar & Grill at Dolphin Key Resort, 1502 Miramar St., Cape Coral, 6 - 9 p.m., 239-540-8454

WED - 28

World of Pearl The Shell Factory & Nature Park, 16554 N. Cleveland Ave., N. Fort Myers, 4 p.m., 239-995-2141 Gerald Augustin Jazz Trio The Barrel Room, 2214 Bay St., Fort Myers, 7 - 10 p.m., 239-333-2225 Josh Rowand The Center Bar, The Promenade at Bonita Bay, 26811 S. Bay Drive, Bonita Springs, 6 - 9 p.m., www.thecenterbar.com Happenings Magazine

Nicole D’Andrea Twisted Vine Bistro, 2214 Bay St., Fort Myers 6:30 - 9:30 p.m., 239-226-1687

Joe Bonamassa returns to Southwest Florida when he stops at Hertz Arena in Estero on Dec. 11. For tickets and more details, visit www.hertzarena.com photo by Jamie Kuser High Tide Tiki Hut Bar & Grill at Dolphin Key Resort, 1502 Miramar St., Cape Coral, 6 - 9 p.m., 239-540-8454

THU - 29

FRI - 30

Chuck Peterson The Shell Factory & Nature Park, 16554 N. Cleveland Ave., N. Fort Myers, 4 p.m., 239-995-2141

Mike and Cheryl The Shell Factory & Nature Park, 16554 N. Cleveland Ave., N. Fort Myers, 4 p.m., 239-995-2141

Jersey Mike Twisted Vine Bistro, 2214 Bay St., Fort Myers 6:30 - 9:30 p.m., 239-226-1687

Dueling Pianos with Real Deal The Shrimp Dock, 2200 Main St., Fort Myers Beach 6 - 9 p.m., 239-463-3043

Sunset Celebration - High Tide Times Square, Fort Myers Beach 5:30 p.m. (weather permitting) 239-463-5900

Laboratory Theater of Florida presents Failure: A Love Story Through Aug. 8 1634 Woodford Ave., Fort Myers 239-218-0481

Rich James Band The Cove at Paradise Coast Sports Complex, 3940 City Gate Blvd. N., Naples, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

239-252-4386

Dan Miller Jazz Quartet The Barrel Room, 2214 Bay St., Fort Myers, 7 - 10 p.m., 239-333-2225

Dueling Pianos with Real Deal The Shrimp Dock, 2200 Main St., Fort Myers Beach 6 - 9 p.m., 239-463-3043

Joey Fiato The Center Bar, The Promenade at Bonita Bay, 26811 S. Bay Drive, Bonita Springs, 6 - 9 p.m., www.thecenterbar.com

Ben Prestage The Barrel Room, 2214 Bay St., Fort Myers, 8 p.m., 239-333-2225

Smokin Aces Duo Tiki Hut Bar & Grill at Dolphin Key Resort, 1502 Miramar St., Cape Coral, 6 - 9 p.m., 239-540-8454 Gerald Augustin Lobby Bar at Luminary Hotel & Co., 2200 Edwards Dr., Fort Myers 6 - 9 p.m., 239-314-3800

CJ Matthews The Center Bar, The Promenade at Bonita Bay, 26811 S. Bay Drive, Bonita Springs, 7 - 10 p.m., www.thecenterbar.com Iconic Tiki Hut Bar & Grill at Dolphin Key Resort, 1502 Miramar St., Cape Coral, 7 - 11 p.m., 239-540-8454

Joe Ramirez Blues Band The Barrel Room, 2214 Bay St., Fort Myers, 8 p.m., 239-333-2225 Naples Jazzmasters The Norris Center, 755 8th Ave. s, Naples 1 p.m. 239-213-3058 Dueling Pianos with Real Deal The Shrimp Dock, 2200 Main St., Fort Myers Beach 6 - 9 p.m., 239-463-3043 Josh Rowand The Center Bar, The Promenade at Bonita Bay, 26811 S. Bay Drive, Bonita Springs, 7 - 10 p.m., www.thecenterbar.com Cadillac Blue Tiki Hut Bar & Grill at Dolphin Key Resort, 1502 Miramar St., Cape Coral, 7 - 11 p.m., 239-540-8454 The Naples Players: Comedy Cabaret Blackburn Hall, Sugden Theatre, 701 5th Ave. S., Naples 8 p.m., 239-263-7990 David Rojas Jr. Lobby Bar at Luminary Hotel & Co., 2200 Edwards Dr., Fort Myers 6 - 9 p.m., 239-314-3800 Ben Clifford The Cove at Paradise Coast Sports Complex, 3940 City Gate Blvd. N., Naples, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

239-252-4386 GreenMarket Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. 239-939-2787

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JULY 2021 - 45

After a nearly two-year delay, country superstars Alabama performed June 11 in front of a sold out audience at Hertz Arena in Estero.

Alabama at Hertz Arena

46 - JULY 2021

Opening act for Alabama was Jake Hoot, season 17 winner on The Voice. photos by Jamie Kuser

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