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Evan Adamson shakes up tradition with his set design
in the way that he would perform them," Mr. Adamson says from his home in New York. "But the show takes departures from that. So the music is a surprise to them. But I think it's a successful way of using his material to create something new and a little bit different from expectation. Full Story
Naples National Art Festival celebrates 30 years
The Naples National Art Festival will draw 300 artists/exhibitors and tens of thousands of visitors to downtown Naples this weekend, Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 21-22. It's been 30 years since the Naples Art Association held the first festival, and those who have been involved for much of that time are impressed by how it has evolved. Full Story
Tupperware Unsealed
By Bob Kealing (University Press of Florida, $28.00)
You undoubtedly know what Tupperware is, but did you ever wonder where the name came from? The product is named after its inventor Earl Tupper and is the subject of a fascinating new book titled "Tupperware Unsealed" by Orlando author and journalist Bob Kealing. Full Story
'Alone Together': Losing the kids & regaining a marriage
ARTS COMMENTARY
Lock the door!" the man blurted " out. I don't know who he was, but he was in the audience at the Florida Repertory Theatre, and obviously caught up in the action of the play. It was opening night of "Alone Together," and the married couple on stage had just seen their last child leave the nest. Full Story
The new guy, Part 3: Learning the world of philanthropy
GIVING
Philanthropy is a rather mysterious word. At first glance, it could be mistaken for the title of a typical college course: "Beginning Philanthropy 101," "Special Topics in Philanthropy," or even "Graduate Level Philanthropic Practicum." Far from being that complicated, however, philanthropy is really a very simple concept. Full Story
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PICK OF THE WEEK . " What Just Happened?" - It's been more than a decade since director Barry Levinson and Robert De Niro teamed up for "Wag The Dog." Now they're back together for another black comedy; but instead of skewering politics, they've trained their satirical sites more close to home: Hollywood. Full Story
'Happy Days' comes to Phil
Goodbye gray skies, hello blue! "Happy Days - A New Musical" is coming to the Philharmonic Center in Naples from March 3-8 at 8 p.m. and March 7-8 at 2 p.m. Based on the hit Paramount Pictures' television series, "Happy Days - A New Musical" reintroduces one of America's best-loved families, the Cunninghams, and the days of 1959 Milwaukee. Full Story
Evening of fun, food, mystery
Cypress Lake High School's theater department is offering an inexpensive way to have an unforgettable evening. From Feb. 19-21, see an interactive play, and be served a four-course meal for only $20. The play is called "Murder in Paradise" and it will begin each night at 7 p.m. Tickets for the play can be purchased at the school. Full Story
Famed birding editor, author to speak at 'Ding' Darling refuge
Bill Thompson III wows children with his "The Young Birder's Guide to Birds of Eastern North America." Each page spotlights a cool fact under the heading "Wow," in addition to describing in easy-to-understand terms how to identify, where to find, and what to listen for with each bird species. Full Story
'Cape Movie Magic' on tap Feb. 28
The SWFL Business Alliance presents a free concert performed by the Gulf Coast Symphony. Titled "Cape Movie Magic," the event takes place Saturday, Feb. 28. Activities start at 11 a.m., with the live Gulf Coast Symphony performance set for 5 p.m. at the Cultural Park at 528 Cultural Park Blvd., Cape Coral. Full Story
Jazzmen heat up Davis Art Center downtown
The Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center hosts "Jazz in Fort Myers: A Salute to McCollum Hall," featuring "100 Years of Jazz," a photography exhibit of Jazz legends, through Feb. 27. The opening and closing night galas will raise funds for the Williams Academy Black History Museum. Full Story
WGCU premiers Paradise? Or Paradise Lost? The Story of Captiva Island
From the winds of Hurricane Charley to the construction of expensive mansions and multi-family condominiums, the nine-mile island of Captiva continues to change. The history of Captiva Island is unveiled WGCU Public Media's 30-minute documentary: "Paradise? Or Paradise Lost? The Story of Captiva Island," the 47th production in the series, "Untold Stories. Full Story
This week on WGCU TV
Connect! Community Character - Friday, Feb. 20, at 8:30 pm Enjoying canine camaraderie at area dog parks; reliving the past through historical reenactment groups; and taking over the streets for area "Bike Nights." Re-airs: Saturday, Feb. 21, at 6:30 pm and Sunday, Feb. Full Story
Polka King comes to Fleamasters
America's Polka King takes the stage at Fleamasters Music Hall Friday, Feb. 27, at 7 p.m. Jimmy Sturr has earned 17 Grammy Awards and has played to sold out concerts at Carnegie Hall and the Lincoln Center. Full Story
Beatles tribute band at Broadway Palm
"Yes- terday - A Tribute to The Beatles" plays the Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre on Monday, March 9. This internationally acclaimed group will take you on a musical journey to an era of peace, love and innocence. Full Story
Carl Schwartz Retrospective on display at FGCU gallery
The Carl Schwartz Retrospective will open at the main gallery at Florida Gulf Coast University on Feb. 19 and run through March 22. The opening reception with the artist will be Thursday, Feb. 19, from 5 to 8 p.m. Mr. Schwartz is a nationally recognized painter and print-maker as well as a member of the art program at FGCU. Full Story
Broadway Palm announces auditions for two classic theater productions
Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre is holding open auditions for adults and children for "Peter Pan" and "The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe" on Saturday, Feb. 28, at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre, 1380 Colonial Blvd. in Fort Myers. Full Story
FGCU professor holds writing workshop
Dr. James Brock, a professor of English at Florida Gulf Coast University and prize-winning poet, will conduct a workshop for the members of the Gulf Coast Writers Association on "The Craft of Writing." The meeting and workshop will take place on at 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 21, at Friendship Hall, Zion Lutheran Church, 7401 Winkler Road, Fort Myers. Full Story
'Ark of the Covenant' showpiece of Forbidden History Exhibit under way
The showcase piece of the Forbidden History Exhibit, Ark of the Covenant, is now on view at the Southwest Florida Museum of History. The alternative history exhibit that asks the question, "What if there's a story behind the story?" will now be completed as its showcase piece, the Ark of the Covenant, is on exhibit. Full Story
FrondZoo art program Feb. 28
Design and create your own wildlife art from palm fronds. Artist Heidi Saletko from FrondZoo Art will teach you how to make wild animals from materials you collect at home. Any palm fronds and "hair" you bring are perfect for this activity. Paint and tools will be provided. Full Story
Meet Southwest Florida author W.C. Highfield
Meet local author W.C. Highfield and have him sign a copy of his novel, "In Sun Down Far," Friday, Feb. 20, from noon to 3 p.m., at The Beach Book Nook in Santini Marina Plaza, 7205 Estero Blvd., Fort Myers Beach (463-3999). Mr. Full Story
Shell Point presents Butch Thompson in concert
The Shell Point Retirement Community's seventh annual Fine and Performing Arts Concert Series continues with pianist Butch Thompson and the Chapman Family Singers on Thursday, Feb. 26, at 7:30 p.m. The performance will be held in the Village Church Auditorium on the Island at Shell Point Retirement Community. Full Story
On tap at BIG ARTS on Sanibel
The FORUM at BIG ARTS series welcomes Jeffrey Gedmin, president of Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty Inc., Sunday, Feb. 22. Radio Free Europe/ Radio Liberty Inc. is a media group that broadcasts to Eastern and Southeastern Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. Full Story
Jazz All-Stars explore the Golden Age of Swing Feb. 28
BIG ARTS welcomes Ed Polcer and his Jazz All-Stars at 8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 28, in Schein Performance Hall. Tickets are $36 floor, $41 loge. Full Story
Acting classes for autistic children at Florida Rep
Florida Repertory Theatre's Education Department is holding a12-week course for children with autism. Acting Up begins Feb. 23 and runs through May 18, with a special screening of the HBO film, "Autism: The Musical," scheduled as a fund raising event on April 28, at the Historic Arcade Theatre. Full Story
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