247 Ways to Look at Ducks
Federal stamp contest draws top artists to Sanibel Island
The two canvasbacks bob in the water, riding on the swell of a wave: a male with his reddish-brown head and neck, the female next to him in drabber brown feathers, like a pilgrim who's forsaken all flashy attire. Full Story
FGCU play explores homophobia
Student play looks at romantic relationships in the homosexual world
Homophobic reactions and their aftermath are nothing new but they may be something new to the stage in Lee County. "Stop Kiss", a production of Florida Gulf Coast University that opens on Wednesday, Oct. 17, examines the issue as well as the complexity of romantic relationships in the homosexual arena. Full Story
Massage can be proxy for relationship
Is it bizarre that I'm virtually naked, lying in a room with a stranger?
Being single in Southwest Florida requires optimism. And, during the dry spells, a credit card. One of my favorite quotes on love and life comes from that great pessimist, Woody Allen. "Love is the answer," he said. "But while you're waiting for the answer, sex raises some pretty interesting questions. Full Story
MUSIC SCENE
Robert Pollard
Coast to Coast Carpet of Love Robert Pollard's previous band, Guided By Voices, is very much an anomaly in pop music in that its members did not hit their stride or get a record deal until they were well into their 30s, if not their early 40s. This gives us middle-aged music hacks a glimmer of hope. The prolific Pollard has just released two records on the same day. Full Story
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Babyshambles
Shotter's Nation Babyshambles front man Peter Doherty is a household name in the UK for his music, his drug use, and his scrapes with the bobbies who enforce the laws across the pond. Full Story
Mama's Boyz Home Schoolin': Because Learning Shouldn't Stop at 3 O'Clock
By Jerry Craft (Mama's Boys, Inc., $9.95)
Jerry Craft is the creator of "Mama's Boyz," a comic strip that has been syndicated by King Features since 1995. His first book, "Mama's Boyz: As American as Sweet Potato Pie!" was included in the list of Great Books for African-American Children. His latest collection features 112 pages of his award-winning strip. Full Story
This week's theatre
Life x 3 - Gulfshore Playhouse presents "Life x 3" by Yasmina Reza, author of the Tony Award-winning hit comedy "Art," runs through Oct. 13 at the Alliance for the Arts as part of the first "Season of the Foulds. Full Story
This week's symphony
Chamber No. 3 - Bach to Broadway will be perfomed by the Brass Quintet with Percussion at the Naples Philharmonic Center for the Arts on Sunday, Oct. 14 at 3 p.m. and on Tuesday, Oct. 16 at 8 p.m. Featured will be Bach's dramatic Toccata and Fugue in D Minor is one of his most beloved - and best-known - works. Full Story
Thursday, Oct. 11
Lecture - Mark Hosler of Negativland, a band famous for being sued by U2, will lecture at 4 p.m. Full Story
Friday, Oct. 12
Festival - Opening Ceremonies and Round I of 75th Duck Stamp Judging at BIG ARTS Sanibel Island begins at 2 p.m. It's all part of the "Ding" Darling Days that runs through Sunday, Oct. 14. Full Story
Saturday Oct. 13
Block Party - Drive on into the River District in downtown Fort Myers for the Cruise-In Block Party Car Show from 5 p.m. until 8 at First and Hendry streets. Choose from a dozen restaurants to dine, shop or view more than 500 show cars. Admission is free. For information contact Tony Allen at 229-8526. Full Story
Tuesday, Oct. 16
Clint Black - Country music star Clint Black will perform at the Naples Philharmonic Center for the Arts at 8 p.m. Ever since his first single, A Better Man, went to No. 1 in 1989, Clint Black has been among the most dynamic singers and songwriters in the world of country music, with a unique ability to create music that is both artful and commercial. Full Story
Ongoing events
Artists call - ArtFest Fort Myers "Art Under 20" High School Art Competition and Exhibit is accepting applications through Dec. 10. A large gallery tent provides the opportunity for participating students to exhibit their artwork, in a professional setting, to 55,000 ArtFest Fort Myers patrons. Full Story
Upcoming events
Sam Donaldson - Appears at the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall on Oct. 18. As a 40-year ABC News veteran, Sam Donaldson has served two appointments as chief White House correspondent for ABC News. He also co-anchored, with Diane Sawyer, Prime- Time Live until it merged with 20/20 in 1999. Mr. Full Story
"Life (x) 3" runs the emotional gamut
Ever wished you could re-do a moment of your life, re-live an evening so you could say or do something differently? And say that you had responded differently, or possessed a different attitude. Would that have had a domino effect, changing the entire situation? Full Story
Resident Evil: Extinction
Running Time: 95 minutes MPAA rating: R GRADE: B First, let's get this out of the way for the "R.E." fans out there: "Extinction" isn't as good as the original, but it's a ton better than "Apocalypse." Also: Return of the Zombie Dogs! (Yesss!) Definitely check it out. Full Story
Memphis '56 brings rockabilly to Fort Myers
Todd Fadely has been a well-known figure in downtown Fort Myers for many years. Formerly playing stand-up bass with his band The Crestliners, he recently joined up with Raimond Aulin (singer) and Steve Turcotte (drummer) to form Memphis '56. The band will appear weekly at Aulin's club, The Indigo Room, and will feature rockabilly music. Full Story
Shell Point rolls out concert series
Roger Williams headlines sixth annual event
The schedule for Shell Point Retirement Community's sixth annual Fine and Performing Arts Concert Series of 2007/2008 has been announced by Dawn Boren, director of resort services for Shell Point Retirement Community. "Our residents appreciate the arts and cultural choices available in our community," said Boren. Full Story
"Ding" Darling photo winners announced
The "Ding" Darling Wildlife Society recently announced the winners of its annual "Ding" Darling Days Amateur Nature Photography Contest at a special presentation in the refuge's Education Center. Judges selected 12 winners from 93 entries received from 12 states, England, and France. Full Story
Fall concert honors music educators
The Southwest Florida Symphony Youth Orchestra led by conductor Michael Simpson, honors area music educators at its first concerts of the 2007-08 season. "Awesome! A Season Premiere Honoring Music Educators" will take place on Sunday Oct. Full Story
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