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This week's theatre

Forum - "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum" runs at the Historic Arcade Theatre through March 16. The zany streets of Ancient Rome come alive in this musical farce, which features some of Stephen Sondheim's most memorable songs including "Comedy Tonight" and "Everybody Ought to Have a Maid." Florida Repertory Theatre is located on Bay Street between Jackson and Hendry in the Historic Arcade Theatre in the Fort Myers River District. Subscriptions and single tickets are available through the Box Office (239.332.4488), or visit Florida Rep online at www.floridarep.org

Spamalot - Monty Python's SPAMALOT, winner of the 2005 Tony Award for Best Musical, hits the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall beginning Tuesday, Feb. 26 for six nights. Monty Python's SPAMALOT is the outrageous new musical comedy lovingly ripped off from the film classic "Monty Python and The Holy Grail." Directed by Tony Awardwinner Mike Nichols, with a book by Eric Idle and John Du Prez, SPAMALOT tells the tale of King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table as they embark on their quest for the Holy Grail. Flying cows, killer rabbits, taunting Frenchmen and showstopping musical numbers are just a few of the reasons audiences everywhere are eating up SPAMALOT. Tickets are on sale at the box office, by calling 481-4849 or online at www.bbmannpah.com.

Moonlight and Magnolias - Stage 88 Community Theatre presents "Moonlight and Magnolias" at the Bonita Springs Community Hall through March 8 . The comedy by Ron Hutchinson takes place in Hollywood in 1939. Legendary producer David O. Selznick has shut down production of his new epic, Gone with the Wind, a film adaptation of Margaret Mitchell's novel. The screenplay, you see, just doesn't work. So what's an all-powerful movie mogul to do? Tickets are $20 at the door. For reservations call (239) 513-8600 or visit www.Stage88.com for more information.

Material Spirits - Theatre Conspiracy, a Southwest Florida theatre company opens a brand new theatre space on Feb. 21 with the performance of "Material Spirits." Under the direction of Artist Director Bill Taylor, The comedy revolves around a newly divorced woman whose mother and step-mother have very different and spirited views about her future and love life. The show stars Betty Madonna, Pat Clopton, Annie Wagner and Jesse St. Louis. "Material Spirits" won first place in Theatre Conspiracy's tenth annual new play contest, The Palm Springs International Playwriting Festival and the Ashland (Oregon) New Plays Festival. The new theater is located at 2711 Park Windsor Dr #302, is just north of Southwest Florida Regional Hospital off Evans Ave. It is located in the plaza just behind Sasse's Restaurant. "Material Spirits" runs through March 15 with performances Wednesdays through Saturdays at 8 p.m. and select Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. Tickets are $20 or $10 for students with proper I.D. For tickets or more information Theatre Conspiracy can be reached at (239) 936-3239.

Anything Goes - Cole Porter's hit musical "Anything Goes" sets sail at the Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre beginning Thursday, Feb. 21. The fun filled trip aboard the SS American is packed with Porter classics, lively tap dancing and a boatload of laughs. "Anything Goes" runs through April 5. Performances are Tuesday through Sunday evenings with selected matinees. Ticket prices range from $25 to $52. Group discounts are available for parties of 20 or more. Tickets are now on sale and can be reserved by calling (239) 278-4422, by visiting www.BroadwayPalm. com, or by stopping by the box office at 1380 Colonial Boulevard in Fort Myers.

The Goat…or who is Sylvia? - The Naples Players are running the award-winning Edward Albee comedy/ drama, "The Goat...or Who is Sylvia?" through March 1 at the Sugden Community Theatre in Naples. Albee's play won the 2002 Tony Award as well as a Pulitzer Prize. Reviewers have called "The Goat..." funny, shocking, disturbing, sad and tragic. And also, very literate and entertaining." This avant-guard, cutting edge production is not for everyone. "The Goat..." takes a controversial look at how we treat those who are outside the norm. Anna Segreto will direct The Naples Players' production; the cast includes Charles Brown, Erin Laughlin, Brad Goetz and Mikhail Spector. "The Goat... or Who is Sylvia" will be performed in the Tobye Theatre at 8 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday and at 2 p.m. Sunday, from Feb. 6 through March 1. Tickets are $20, and may be obtained at The Naples Players Box Office, 701 5th Avenue South in downtown Naples, by phone at (239) 434-7340, or online at www.naplesplayers.org.

Monky Business - The musical comedy "Monky Business" is running at the Off Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre through March 15. The show features some fun-loving monks who hold a fundraiser to save their monastery. The Monks have a divine plan with plenty of singing, dancing and vaudeville routines. For information and tickets call (239) 278-4422 or online at www.broadwaypalm.com.

Tuxedo Junction - The cabaretstyle revue, "Tuxedo Junction" of the swingin' sounds of the 30s and 40s is on stage now at the Schoolhouse Theatre on Sanibel. Performers will get your blood pumpin' and your hearts thumpin' to the swingin-est music these incredible decades have to offer. The show will feature jazz vocals and swing dancing by Adam Cooley (You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown), Kate Phillips (The Holiday Follies), Reid Robinson (Caught in the Net) and newcomer, Mary Elizabeth Milton. The show runs through March 1, Monday through Saturday at 8 p.m. For tickets and information call the box office at 472-6862 or on the Web at www. theschoolhousetheater.com

Cracker at the Ritz - Compton & Bennett bring their satirical hit, "A Cracker At The Ritz," to The Foulds Theater at The Alliance for the Arts Thursday, Friday and Saturday, Feb. 21-23 at 8 p.m. Compton & Bennett are Rick Compton and Betsy Bennett. The two have worked together for more than ten years writing, producing and performing in sold-out hits such as "Trouble In Paradise," "How To Succeed In Naples Without Really Trying" and "The History Of Collier County…According To Us!" Last November, this creative team was seen at Art Royale in their artistic installation: "Word Games." For more information and to order tickets, visit www.ComptonAnd- Bennett.com or call (800) 838-3006.

Living Blog - "The Living Blog," a new play written, designed, and directed by Barry Cavin, Chairman of the Department of Visual and Performing at Florida Gulf Coast University, is on stage at the Theatre Lab on the campus of FGCU. The play runs Wednesday, Feb. 20 through Saturday, Feb. 23 at 8 p.m. and Sunday, Feb. 24 at 2 p.m. FGCU's experimental production puts a contemporary spin on the idea of performing news accounts by appropriating the current equivalent of the vital press…the blog. This multi-media, multilayered performance will take its material from a blogosphere created by the author and other contributors throughout cyberspace. The result will be a five-act play (Scandal, Election, War, Environment, and Apocalypse) with each act corresponding to a blog. The Living Blog promises to be as current, responsive, and controversial as The Living Newspaper was in the 1930s. Tickets are $10, FGCU Students, faculty and staff $5 with a valid ID. For information visit www.fgcu.edu/CAS/TheatreLab or call 590-7268.

This week's symphony

The Southwest Florida Symphony, conducted by Michael Hall, present a special concert to celebrate Concertmaster Reiko Niiya's 25 years with the symphony at the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall on Friday and Saturday, Feb. 22 and 23 at 8 p.m. The Symphony selected evocative works of Russian influence Full of contrasts, the music is bold, spirited, independent and tender. Concertmaster Reiko Niiya dazzles with Tchaikovsky's romantic Violin Concerto. Other works include Sibelius' "Finlandia" and Shostakovich's "Symphony #5 in D Minor." For information and tickets call 418-1500 or go to www.swflso.org.

Pops No. 2 Swing! Featuring Ann Hampton Callaway. The Naples Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by Jack Everly, performs at the Naples Philharmonic Center for the Arts Thursday through Sunday, Feb. 21-24. Performances are at 8 p.m. with matinees at 2 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Vocal superstar Ann Hampton Callaway joins the orchestra for this swinging program that will include such favorites as Song of India, Begin the Beguine, Embraceable You and much more. For information or tickets call (239) 597-1900 or online at www.thephil.org.

Thursday, Feb. 21

Photography - Nature photographer Len Messineo's Exotic Everglades program explores the unusual features of this vast, complex system, including the mysterious plant life of a cypress swamp and the effect of fires on the ecology. He will present his dramatic Everglades images at a special lecture starting at 1 p.m. at the "Ding" Darling Education Center. Admission is free to the event. Seating is limited and available on a first-come basis. For more information, or to become a friend of the refuge, call 472-1100 ext. 241 or log on to www.dingdarlingsociety.org

Friday, Feb. 22

Art - The Bob Rauschenberg Gallery presents "New Century New Painting: Recent Acquisitions from the Martin Z. Margulies Collection." The exhibit opens with a reception from 6 to 8 p.m. The work in this exhibition, produced since the turn of this century, speaks directly to some of the central issues painters are working with today. Imagery, gesture, form, abstraction, representation, pattern and materials are explored in this exhibit and reflect the broad range of ideas being developed by some of today's premier artists. On loan from the Martin Z. Margulies Collection in Miami Beach, the exhibit includes work by Claire Woods, Bram Bogart, Jonathan Meese, Tal R, Chris Ofili, Karin Davie, Ulf Puder, Oliver Dorfer and others. Gallery hours are Monday-Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. For additional information call: 239-489-9313 or visit www.bobRauschenberggallery. com

Saturday, Feb. 23

Art Festival - The 29th annual Naples National Art Festival runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Cambier Park in downtown Naples and will feature 300 artists from 40 states and Canada. This flagship Naples Art Association event brings 35,000 guests downtown to see and purchase the fine art, fine crafts, paintings, oils, watercolors, acrylics, prints, lithographs, photography, sculpture, pottery, glass, jewelry and other original works in this high quality juried art show. Many of the artists are returning favorites, but there are also dozens of artists who are participating in their first Naples Nation- al. Food vendors and entertainment will be provided. A suggested donation of $3 benefits education programs at the art center. For more information, call (239) 262-6517 x109.

Art - Painting, drawing, raku, printmaking - whatever the medium, make it a career. It is possible to generate income while pursuing an artistic passion. Join artist Cheryl Jones Evans at the workshop "Art: Making a Living and a Life" from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and explore exciting options available to live life the way you always wanted to. This full day workshop presents artistic and financial life strategies to turn your art into a career. It will be held at the Alliance for the Arts on McGregor Blvd. The cost is $75 for nonmembers and $60 for members of the Alliance. Seating is limited, and pre-registration is suggested. Call 239-939-2787 to register.

Mischief Makers - Florida Repertory Theatre's Lunchbox Theatre Series presents "The Mischief Makers" by Lowell Swortzell, a funny and exciting play for children of all ages, at 11 a.m. in the New Brick Bar Theatre at 2226 Bay Street in the Fort Myers River District, and plays March 8, 29, April 19 and May 10. A lesson in world mythology and folklore, "The Mischief Makers" shows audiences what happens when three of the world's most famous and mischievous characters find themselves mysteriously thrown together on the same totem pole. Tickets to Lunchbox Theatre are $12, and admission includes the performance, a boxed lunch provided by McAlister's Deli and an interactive workshop with the actors. Tickets are available through the Florida Rep's box office at 332-4488. Please do not call the Brick Bar for ticket information.

Sunday, Feb. 24

Theater - Don't miss The Schoolhouse Theater's 2008 Midway Fundraiser. It's a night filled with fun for everyone. Whether you're a Bingo fan, enjoy the old midway games (Baggo, horse races, pie throwing), want to hear live performances by the "Tuxedo Junction" cast, or are in the mood for a silent auction, this is sure to be a night of non-stop action and entertainment. The Schoolhouse Theater's Midway Fundraiser will take place at 6 pm at The Sanctuary Golf Club. For tickets and information, please contact Christa at The Sanctuary: 472-6445.

Art Festival - The 29th annual Naples National Art Festival runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Cambier Park in downtown Naples and will feature 300 artists from 40 states and Canada. This flagship Naples Art Association event brings 35,000 guests downtown to see and purchase the fine art, fine crafts, paintings, oils, watercolors, acrylics, prints, lithographs, photography, sculpture, pottery, glass, jewelry and other original works in this high quality juried art show. Many of the artists are returning favorites, but there are also dozens of artists who are participating in their first Naples National. Food vendors and entertainment will be provided. A suggested donation of $3 benefits education programs at the art center. For more information, call (239) 262-6517 x109.

Symphony - The Gulf Coast Symphony will hold its annual dinner and auction at Ariani's Italian Restaruant, 1529 SE 15th Terrace in the Del Prado Mall in Cape Coral beginning at 6 p.m. The theme is Tuscan Memories. Join the Symphony for gourmet Italian cuisine, Italian Opera, Neopolitan song and a memorable evening of fun. Tickets are $75 per person. Reservations Required. For information call Gulf Coast Symphony (239) 489-1800. Tickets are available online at www.gulfcoastsymphony. org

Monday, Feb 25

Chamber music - The second performance of the Chamber Music Society of Southwest Florida's series features the Afiara String Quartet, a Canadian group based in San Francisco and finalists at the Banff International String Quartet competition. They will perform Shostakovich's String Quartet No. 7 in f# minor, Op. 108, Samuel Barber's Dover Beach, and a regional premiere of a John Zorn's Cat o' Nine Tails. The concert begins at 7:30 p.m. at the Foulds Theatre at the Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd. Tickets are $20. For information call 236-1654 or go to www.chambersociety.org

Wednesday, Feb 27

Lecture - Woody Hanson, grandson of the "White Medicine Man," W. Stanley Hanson, will hold a special talk back presentation on 6 p.m. at the Alliance for the Arts. The exhibit, "Florida's Seminole Indians: A Journey with the White Medicine Man" is on display through Feb. 29. W. Stanley Hanson, known as the "White Medicine Man" of the Seminole Indians, was born in 1883, in Key West. When still an infant in his mother's arms, he and his family moved to Fort Myers, then a primitive little village of only a few hundred inhabitants. Hanson's father, Dr. William Hanson, and his mother, Julia Allen Hanson, were descended from old and established lines of English ancestry. Dr. Hanson, a graduate of Edinburgh, was one of the first practicing physicians in this area. His patients included the elderly, Tom Edison and occasional Seminole Indians, with whom his son made acquaintance. Stanley's playmates included the children of the Seminole Indian patients and later he would accompany his father into the wilds of the Everglades to provide medical care to the Indians. As a young man he knew them all by name, knew their language, understood them and loved them.

Lecture - "Tinkering with Eden, a Natural History of Exotics in America," by Kim Todd tells the stories of non-native species and how they arrived in the United States. Species covered range from pigeons, brought over by some of the earliest colonists, to starlings, imported by a man who wanted to bring all the birds mentioned in Shakespeare to Central Park. Ding Darling Refuge Reads will discuss the book at 10 a.m., in the refuge Education Center. Admission is free. For more information, or to become a friend of the refuge, call (239)472-1100 ext. 241 or visit www.dingdarlingsociety.org.

Ongoing events

Art - BIG ARTS of Sanibel presents the Expressionism Invitational, featuring three nationally and internationally acclaimed artists: Marcus Antonius Jansen, Joan Brechin Sonnenberg and Robert Cipriani now until March 1 in Phillips Gallery. Phillips Gallery hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Art - The Bob Rauschenberg Gallery presents "New Century New Painting: Recent Acquisitions from the Martin Z. Margulies Collection." The exhibit runs through April 5. The work in this exhibition, produced since the turn of this century, speaks directly to some of the central issues painters are working with today. Imagery, gesture, form, abstraction, representation, pattern and materials are explored in this exhibit and reflect the broad range of ideas being developed by some of today's premier artists. On loan from the Martin Z. Margulies Collection in Miami Beach, the exhibit includes work by Claire Woods, Bram Bogart, Jonathan Meese, Tal R, Chris Ofili, Karin Davie, Ulf Puder, Oliver Dorfer and others. Gallery hours are Monday-Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. For additional information call: 239-489-9313 or visit www.bobRauschenberggallery. com

Art - A juried art show at the Art league of Fort Myers runs through Feb. 23. The Art League is located in the City of Palms parking garage building at 1451 Monroe Street, between Bay and First Street in the downtown River District. For information call 275-3970 or online at www.artleagueoffortmyers.org.

History - One of the greatest anthropological finds in history, "LUCY: The Story of Human Origins" spans 50 million years in scope, from the early primates to the dawn of humanity. This exhibition, at the SWFLMuseum of History in downtown Fort Myers, represents a historical frame of reference for the human timeline which includes this comprehensive collection of exact replicas of skeletons, skulls, footprints, tools, and artifacts dramatically illustrates the story of the progression of humankind on Earth. As part of the exhibit, the museum store will feature anthropological items and gifts and the best-selling book by the man who discovered her; "Lucy: The Beginning of Humankind," by Donald Johanson and Maitland Edey. The exhibit runs through June 12. Call (239) 332-5955 or visit www.cityftmyers.com/museum.

Art - Rising Stars Art Studio in Cape Coral hosts an exhibit by Italian artist Maria Pia Malerba runs through Sunday Feb. 24. Maria Pia Malerba is an ecliptic artist, expressing herself in different ways and shapes; in this show, she introduces her own hyperrealism. Regular Studio hours are 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Sunday. The Studio is located at 5781 Cape Harbour Dr., #105 in Cape Coral. Call 541-9992 for information.

Call to artists - The Naples Art Association at The von Liebig Art Center in Naples, Florida, invites artists residing in the State of Florida to submit up to three entries of current work (created after January 1, 2006) in any media for ART ENCOUNTER 2008. The fine art and contemporary craft exhibition will be installed in the art center's six galleries from May 10 to June 29. At least $3,000 in cash awards will be presented to artists during the Members' Preview Reception and Awards Presentation on May 9. Works appearing in the exhibition as well as the award winners will be selected by guest juror Brian Dursum, director and chief curator of the Lowe Museum of Art at the University of Miami in Coral Gables. Online entries will be accepted at juriedartservices.com until March 16 with a non- refundable online application fee of $42 ($30 for current NAA members), and late entries (extra $20) will be accepted through March 30. NAA membership is not required. ART ENCOUNTER 2007 featured 68 works by 49 artists from 416 entries submitted by 155 artists. Entries came from as far away as Crystal River and Jupiter. For details, visit naplesart.org or call (239) 262-6517 x106.

Upcoming events

Jackson Browne - Jackson Browne's Solo Acoustic Tour comes to the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall Wednesday, March 19 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are on sale at the box office, by calling (239) 481-4849 or online at www.bbmannpah.com. Groups of 20 or more, call (239) 489-3033, extension 3122.

Art - Arts for ACT Gallery, located at 2265 First Street in downtown Fort Myers, will hold its artful evening opening artist's reception from 7-10 p.m. on Friday, March 7. The work of Tracie, Doug and Oscar Thompson will be featured. The Thompsons, father, son and daughter, each possess unique styles and subject matters, including a mixture of painting, photography and mixed media using found objects. Michael Pohlman will also be exhibiting his mixed media baseball art. Arts for ACT Gallery provides a quality, contemporary exhibition gallery featuring original art, limited edition prints, giclees, hand-crafted fine crafts, tee shirts, silver and glass bead jewelry, gourd art, raku, clay, and art cards. Highlighting the art of the current featured artist, the front gallery, reminiscent of galleries in SoHo, has high ceilings, distressed brick walls, and warm wooden floors. Come out to meet the gallery's featured artists, enjoy some local food and wine, and engage in lively artful discussions.

Vocal groups - Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre brings its fourth annual concert series to a close with two classic fourpart vocal groups from the 1950s and 60s: the internationally acclaimed The Four Aces on March 3 and The "Original" Diamonds on March 17. The Four Aces have produced some of the most beautiful renderings ever, including "Three Coins in a Fountain," "Sincerely," "Love is a Many Splendored Thing," "Stranger in Paradise" and many more. Best known for the rock n' roll classic "Little Darlin'," The Diamonds will mix their hits with tributes to classic four-part vocal groups of the era - The Four Seasons, The Four Aces and the Four Lads, to name a few. They also honor some of the greatest solo artists in rock n' roll history. Tickets for both concerts are on sale now. Prices are $50 for dinner and the show or $30 for the show only and can be reserved by calling (239) 278-4422, online at www. BroadwayPalm.com or by stopping by the box office located at 1380 Colonial Boulevard in Fort Myers.

Cabaret - Welcome to the "Cabaret": says the Emcee. The is presented by The Naples Players' March 5 through April 5. Performances are 8 p.m. Wednesday- Saturday nights, 2 p.m. Sundays, at the Sugden Community Theatre in Naples. For reservations, $35 adults and $10 students, call the Box Office: 263-7990.

Art - An exhibit of William North oil paintings completed in 2007 during the artist's term as "resident artist" at Delnor- Wiggins Pass State Park, Naples, will be held Saturday, March 8, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Paintings will include views of Wiggins Pass and the beach, with an emphasis on morning shadow patterns on the sand. North is a wellknown impressionist artist with more than 60 years painting experience. The exhibit is a benefit sponsored by the park's volunteer Citizen Support Organization. It will be held in the Pavilion at Parking Area 5. Admission for non-members is $5 per vehicle with up to 8 people, $3 for a single driver and vehicle, $1 for walkers and bicyclists. For Park information, phone 239-597-6196.

Anne Murray - Anne Murray's signature voice has graced the airwaves on recordings since 1968. She will perform at the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall on Thursday, March 6 at 7:30 p.m. A consummate entertainer, her quick wit and easy sense of humor find their place on stage alongside a string of hits such as "Could I Have This Dance", "Danny's Song" and of course, "You Needed Me". With over 50 million career album sales, the legendary singer continues to sell out concert halls throughout North America. Tickets are on sale at the box office, by calling 481-4849 or online at www.bbmannpah. com.

Johnny Mathis - Johnny Mathis is one of a mere handful of performers today who truly deserves the "living legend" status. He will perform at the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall on Sunday, March 9 at 7:30 p.m. Since his initial impact on the music scene in the mid-1950's, he has maintained a consistently high level of performance both on recordings and on stage. Tickets are on sale at the box office, by calling 481-4849 or online at www.bbmannpah.com.

Art - Space 39 in downtown Fort Myers will hold an opening reception for "Women's Work: Feminist Art from a Man's Perspective" on Saturday, March 22 from 6-10 p.m. The issues of the Feminist Art movement are re-examined and re-interpreted from the point of view of a single dad. Artist Jeffrey Scott Lewis uses acrylic paint and canvas to create collages that are inspired by the Quilts of Gees Bend. Using color, line and texture, the artist questions traditional gender-based roles and responsibilities. The abstract works are given titles that suggest the issues a stay at home mom faces in raising children, keeping a home and maintaining relationships.

Film - The annual Jewish Film Festival of Southwest Florida will be offering more films on more screens than ever before. The festival, sponsored by the Jewish Federation of Lee and Charlotte Counties, kicks off on Sunday, March 9, with an exciting double feature - "Sallah Shabati" and "The Impossible Spy" - at the Regal Bell Tower Cinemas beginning at 2 p.m. It continues on Wednesday, March 12, with "The Rape of Europa," which airs at 7 p.m. at the Regal Bell Tower Cinemas. The next film, "Three Mothers," is being offered in two locations - at Regal Bell Tower Cinemas on Tuesday, March 18, beginning at 7 p.m.; and at the Regal Town Center 16 in Port Charlotte on Wednesday, March 19, at 7 p.m. The annual festival concludes with "Aviva My Love" at the Regal Bell Tower Cinemas in Fort Myers on Tuesday, March 25, beginning at 7 p.m. Synopses of all film are below. Series tickets for all five movies are being offered at $36 per person. Tickets for individual films are $8 per person, with a special $12 per person price for the March 9 double feature. Tickets are available by contacting the Federation at (239) 481-4449. They will also be available for an hour prior to show time at each of the scheduled screenings.

Art - Ursula Cappelletti, Bettina Edwards, Martha Graham and Angelika Kade are featured in the latest BIG ARTS exhibit opening March 5 and running through March 31 in Founders Gallery. An artists' reception will be held from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on Friday, March 7 at BIG ARTS, 900 Dunlop Road, Sanibel. Gallery hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. For more information, call (239) 395-0900, email info@BIGARTS. org or log on to www.BIGARTS.org.

Art - The 32nd Sanibel-Captiva Art League Juried Exhibit attracts artists from Charlotte County to Naples and is open to the 4,000 members of the Art Council of Southwest Florida. BIG ARTS Phillips Gallery will host the exhibit from March 6 - 31, at 900 Dunlop Road, Sanibel. Realistic and abstract work in oil, watercolor, acrylic, pastel, charcoal, ink and printmaking will be showcased. An artists' reception and awards presentation will be held from 5:30 - 7 p.m. on Friday, March 7. The Sanibel-Captiva Art League Juried Exhibit is sponsored by Lily & Co. Jewelry. Gallery hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. For more information, call (239) 395-0900, email info@BIGARTS.org or log on to www.BIGARTS.org.

Art - The 13th annual Artists' Studio Tour, presented by the Friends of Art at the Naples Museum of Art, will present a delicious feast of fine art - along with food and conversation - featuring the work of eight internationally recognized artists. The tour includes visits to the artists' homes and studios and will be held over two days - Sunday, March 2, from 1 to 5 p.m., and Monday, March 3, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tickets are $40 for Sunday (includes refreshments) and $50 for Monday (includes lunch). A Patron's ticket is $100 for either day with special recognition given to these contributors. Carpooling is encouraged - as are comfortable walking shoes. To purchase tickets, visit www.thephil. org or call 597-1900 or (800) 597-1900.

Smooth soul - The Temptations and The Four Tops perform at the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall on Monday, March 17 at 7:30 p.m. The Temptations stand in the forefront of American music - as current today as they were when they formed in the early sixties. The Four Tops have been amazing audiences with their infectious blend of pure vocal power and sweet harmonies since 1954. With hit after hit, starting with "Baby I Need Your Loving," and including "Standing in the Shadows of Love," they maintain their vocal magic and continue to play to sell-out audiences all over the world. Tickets are on sale at the box office, by calling 481-4849 or online at www.bbmannpah.com.