2, 3, 4 Swamp Walks in Big Cypress National Preserve to benefit Friends of Big Cypress. $20. Chair: Jackie Obendorf. (941) 486-0811.

4 Jerry Lewis Labor Day Telethon broadcast locally on WB6 to benefit the Muscular Dystrophy Association of Southwest Florida. (239) 437-6900.

8 Luncheon to benefit Naples Alliance for Children. (239) 649-5260.

9 Bowl for Kids' Sake at Gator Lanes to benefit Fort Myers' Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Florida. (239) 278-0003.

14 Wine & Cheese Art Auction at Rumrunners Restaurant at Cape Harbour to benefit the Cape Coral Community Foundation. Chair: Bob Knight. (239) 542-5594.

16 Annual Walkathon at Vineyards Park to benefit the Pregnancy Resource Center. (239) 513-9775.

16 Community of Faith Concert at Estero United Methodist Church to benefit Interfaith Caregivers of South Lee. Free. Chair: Nancy Martin.

(239) 992-6080.

22 Giving Breakfast at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre to benefit Mary's House of Hope. $30. Chair: Wanda M. Hurt. (239) 482-8112.

23 Nationals Inaugural Gala Celebration at Harborside Event Center to benefit the Nations Association Charities. $150. Chair: Rev. Israel Suarez. (239) 332-7575.

23 Annual Golf Tournament at Pelican Preserve to benefit Calusa Nature Center and Planetarium. $125. Chair: Robert Shearman.

(239) 275-3435.

29 Golf Event at Verandah to benefit Teen Challenge. (239)

277-0089.

29 to Oct. 1 Bikers for Babies at Harley-Davidson of Naples to benefit March of Dimes. (239) 433-3463.

30 12th Annual Gold Ribbon Classic golf tournament at Bonita Bay Club to benefit Candlelighters of Southwest Florida. $150.

(239) 432-2223.

30 Casino Night at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church to benefit the Ricky King Fund. $50.

(239) 262-1808.

30 Fantasy Auction at Harborside Event Center in Fort Myers presented by the Realtor's Association of Greater Fort Myers and the Beach to benefit Children's Advocacy Center of Southwest Florida and Voices for Kids. $75. Chair: Joanne Chando. (239)

939-2808.

30 Walk for the Way and 49th Annual Community Campaign at North Collier Regional Park to benefit United Way of Collier County. A Gulfshore Life sponsored event. Walk chairs: Mae Block, Palma Fuson, Craig D. Bamberg. Campaign chairs: Georgia P. Foster, Reginald A. Buxton II. Call Robin Jones at (239) 261-7112.

30 Inaugural Luau at Parrot Key Grill at Salty Sam's Marina in Fort Myers Beach to benefit the YMCA of Lee County. $125. Chair: Tina DiCharia. (239) 277-0835.

30 Fancy Pants Golf Tournament at Naples Grande Golf Club to benefit the Cancer Alliance of Naples.

(239) 436-4856.

All this month ArtQuest, a public exhibition of sculptures at various business locations on Marco Island, to benefit the Marco Island Foundation for the Arts. Free. Chair: Jo-Ann Sanborn. (239) 642-6367.

6 11th Annual Pro-Am Golf Tournament at Verandah Golf Club to benefit Tender Loving Care Complex. $90. (239) 542-4800.

6 Fifth Annual Open at Bonita Bay East to benefit the Southwest Florida Watershed Council. $150. Chair: John Cassani. (239) 694-5844.

7 and 9 2006 Charity Classic presented by The Everglades Region of The Club Managers Association of America to benefit the Wishing Well Foundation. Featuring a gala night with Jimmy Keys and a golf tournament for Special Olympics. Chairs: Rhett Robicheau, Jack Sullivan.

(239) 444-2360.

8 Sixth Annual Cougar Golf Classic at The Club at Mediterra to benefit Canterbury School. $175. Chairs: Fran and Barbara Bailey. (239) 481-4323, ext. 249.

9 International College Golf Invitational. $250. (239) 513-1122.

11 Community Recognition Luncheon at Royal Palm Yacht Club to benefit Lee Mental Health Center. $25. (239) 791-1521.

12-15 Saks Fifth Avenue Key to the Cure kick-off party with silent auction at the Fort Myers Saks to benefit the Lee Memorial Health System Foundation. (239) 985-3550.

14 Champagne and Chocolate Jazz Casino Night at The Atrium in south Fort Myers to benefit Florida Repertory Theatre. $75. Chairs: Nancy and Jim Humphrey, Pam and Tom Cronin, Kathy and Sam Galloway.

(239) 332-4665, ext. 13.

14 Making Strides Against Breast Cancer at The Community School of Naples to benefit the Collier County chapter of the American Cancer Society. (239) 261-0337.

14 Golf Tournament at Lely Golf Resort to benefit Care Club of Collier County. Chairs: Laura Lykins, Luanne Wahlstrom. (239) 353-1994.

14-15 Annual Junior Olympic Sailing Festival and Regatta at the Holiday Inn, Fort Myers Beach to benefit Edison Sailing Center. Chairs: Diane Holm, Stephanie Webb.

(239) 454-5114.

16 Celebrate the Arts with dining, the arts and more at Sugden Plaza to benefit the United Arts Council. Chair: Delores Sorey. (239) 263-8242.

16 Founders' Cup Golf Tournament at The Club at

Mediterra to benefit Florida Gulf Coast University's Foundation.

(239) 590-1074.

17-25. Oleanna starring Alan Campbell at the Foulds Theatre, Alliance for the Arts, to benefit Gulfshore Playhouse. $35; $125 for the opening night gala. (239) 398-3143.

17 United Way Kick-Off Breakfast at Harborside Event Center to benefit the United Way of Lee, Hendry and Glades counties. Chair: Larry Hart. $12. (239) 433-2000, ext. 225.

17 Physician's Talent Showcase at Sugden Theatre to benefit Neighborhood Health Clinic. (239) 498-9884.

18 Under the Sea, a seafood and wine extravaganza to benefit the David Lawrence Foundation. $100. (239) 354-1416.

19 Food for Thought at Bell Tower Shops and other locations to benefit Literacy Volunteers of Lee County. (239) 278-4400.

20 Fore the Kids Celebrity Golf Tournament at Mediterra to benefit NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) of Collier County. $200.

(239) 434-6726.

20 Links to Life golf tournament sponsored by M&I Wealth Management at TwinEagles Country Club to benefit Bosom Buddies Breast Cancer Support. (239) 592-2479.

20 and 21 11th Annual Jazz on the Green at Florida Gulf Coast University to benefit the Children's Hospital of Southwest Florida. (239) 985-3550.

20 Summit Loves Love at Gulf Harbour, Lexington and Crown Colony to benefit Summit Christian School. Chairs: James Ungaro, Fred Pollier, Mary Lou Capan.

(239) 482-7007.

21 Wishmakers Ball at Hyatt Regency Coconut Point in Bonita Springs to benefit the Make-a-Wish Foundation of Southern Florida. Chairs: Gregory Kurth, Pat Rashkin, Sally Maitland. (239) 542-3500.

21 Pink Tie Ball at Grandézza Country Club in Estero to benefit the Southwest Florida affiliate of the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. $175. (239) 498-0016.

21 Tudor Villas Birthday Party at Heitman House in Fort Myers to benefit Communities Reaching Out-Girls Making It On Purpose.

(239) 332-2581.

21 The White Show, a Cirque du Soleil-style show at Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall to benefit Healthy Start of Southwest Florida. Chairs: Cole Peacock, Sharon Torregrossa, Cathy Cortez, Joanne Reimer, Carlos Navedo. $60-$150. (239) 425-6926.

21 Golf Tournament at LaPlaya Golf Club to benefit Step by Step Early Childhood and Education and Therapy Center. (239) 455-9525.

21 Sixth Annual Golden Key Gala-Black and White Ball at Audubon Country Club to benefit Naples Junior Woman's Club. $115. Chairs: Brandi Hanson, Meagan Harris.

(239) 839-2342.

25 Red Ribbon Luncheon at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre to benefit Lee County Coalition for a Drug-Free Southwest Florida. $20. (239) 541-9003.

27 Fifth Annual 95.3 OLZ-FM's Helping Kids with Cancer Radiothon and live broadcast from Miromar Outlet Mall to benefit the Lee Memorial Health System Foundation. Chair: Jimmy Roberts.

(239) 985-3550.

27 Southwest Florida Invitational at The Club at Mediterra to benefit Junior Achievement of Southwest Florida. $6,500 per team. (239) 225-2565.

28 18th Annual Dinner Auction at Harborside Event Center to benefit Bishop Verot Catholic High School. $125. Chair: Kristin Wenger. (239) 274-6740.

28 Make a Difference Day with a clothesline art sale at Calusa Nature Center. (239) 275-3435.

28 Light The Night walk around the Naples Vineyards to benefit the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. (239) 992-5781.

28 Signature Chefs Auction at Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa to benefit March of Dimes. $250.

(239) 433-3463.

28 NCH Hospital Ball-The Secret Garden at the Ritz-Carlton, Naples, to benefit the NCH Healthcare Foundation and the NCH pediatric program. $525. Chairs: Rainey Norins, Renée Relf. (239) 463-4511.

28 Domestic Violence through the Eyes of Survivors . Journeys of Hope, a forum of survivors sharing their stories at the Professional Development Center in Naples to benefit the Shelter for Abused Women & Children.

(239) 775-3862.

28 Annual Charity Golf Tournament at Countryside Golf & Country Club to benefit the Naples Lions Club and the Florida Lions Foundation. $75. Chair: Roy Schaetzel.

(239) 597-5877.

30 Golf-a-Thon at Heritage Palms Golf Course & Country Club to benefit the Lifeline Family Center. $150. Chairs: Pam McCarthy, Carol Notes. (239) 494-7619.

Watch for these events in October .

Lectures in Architecture, a three-part lecture series hosted by the AIA, bringing well-known and well-respected architects to the von Liebig Art Center. (239) 263-3898.

YMCA Golf Outing at Hideout Golf Club to benefit YMCA of Collier County. $200. (239) 597-3148.

3 Distinguished Citizen Award Dinner at the Naples Grande Resort & Club to benefit Boy Scouts of America, Southwest Florida Council. $250. Chair: Dan Dannenhauer.

(239) 936-8072.

3 Handbag Happy Hour auction at Harborside Event Center to benefit Island Coast AIDS Network. Chair: Pam Dunmire Cronin. $65.

(239) 337-2391.

3 Eighth Annual Tea and Pet Fashion Show at Naples Grande Resort & Club to benefit the Humane Society of Collier County. $85. (239) 643-1880.

3-4 Civil War Days at Cultural Park Boulevard in Cape Coral to benefit the Cape Coral Historical Society.

(239) 549-7078

3-4 Founders' Golf Classic at Foxfire Country Club in Naples to benefit Ave Maria University Founders Club. Chairs: Darryl Klein, Tom Rittereiser. (239) 287-0780.

4 Racquets for Friendship at the Forest Country Club in Fort Myers to benefit Senior Friendship Centers of Lee County. (239) 275-1881.

4 Dinner at 8 at a private home to benefit the Collier County Medical Society Alliance. (239) 263-0824.

4 Golf-a-Thon at the Golf Club at Fiddler's Creek to benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Collier County. $1,500. Chair: Tina Ferrao. (239) 430-1562.

5 Taste of the Town at Centennial Park in downtown Fort Myers to benefit the Junior League of Fort Myers. Chair: Gail Danis.

(239) 277-1197.

5 Fifth Anniversary Patrons Dinner & Concert at Quail Creek Country Club to benefit Bach Ensemble. $75. Chairs: Ginny Goodman, Ronald Doiron. (239) 417-2141.

6 Pro-Am Golf Tournament at Bay Colony Golf Club to benefit the Immokalee Foundation. $1,250. Chair: Jim O'Connor. (239) 430-9122.

7, 8 Hats in the Garden to benefit the Naples Botanical Garden. (239) 643-7275

8 Take Stock Holiday Happy Hour Auction at Pelican Preserve to benefit the Foundation for Lee County Public Schools. (239) 337-0433.

8 Character Education Awards Dinner at Royal Palm Yacht Club to benefit the Uncommon Friends Foundation. (239) 335-2110.

8 Eighth Annual Campiello Invitational to benefit Garden of Hope and Courage. $400 Chair: Richard D'Amico. (239) 434-6697.

10-11 Southwest Florida Wine Fest chef/vintner dinners and gala held by Fort Myers' Rotary Club to benefit the Children's Hospital of Southwest Florida, Addiction Services Children's Program, Uncommon Friends Foundation and Voices for Kids of Southwest Florida. www.southwestfloridawinefest.org.

11 Annual Harley Party at Harley-Davidson, Naples, to benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Collier County. $45. (239) 430-1562.

11 Starlight Auction for the Animals with a gourmet dinner at Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa to benefit the Animal Refuge Center. $60. Chair: Betty Hughes. (239) 841-0810.

11 Elephant Fest-Remembering Those Who Forget at Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens to benefit the Alzheimer's Support Network. $25. Chairs: Suky Pollard, Maggie Straub. (239) 262-8388.

11 Fashion & Friends Luncheon at Collier Athletic Club to benefit the Cancer Alliance of Naples.

(239) 436-4856.

14 Fourth Annual Holiday Garden Party & Auction at Naples Botanical Garden to benefit St. Matthew's House. (239) 774-0500.

14 Brushstrokes From the Soul Alzheimer's art show and reception at Robb & Stucky Furniture & Design Center in Fort Myers to benefit Alvin A. Dubin Alzheimer's Resource Center. (239) 437-3007.

14 Babes In Toyland at Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club to benefit the Early Years Education Foundation. $100. Chairs: Lydia Galton, Janie Brown, Linda Schryver. (239) 262-3137.

15 National Philanthropy Day luncheon at Hyatt Regency Coconut Point honoring area philanthropists. Sponsored by Gulfshore Life.

(239) 449-4130.

16 30th Anniversary Celebration at Harborside Event Center to benefit the Southwest Florida Community Foundation. Chair: Julia East.

(239) 274-5900.

17 Lindbergh Symposium at the Edison & Ford Winter Estates to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the birth of writer and aviator Anne Morrow Lindbergh and to benefit the Earth Shine Institute. $50. Chairs: Margaret Eiluned Morgan, Mary Hendry Sonne. (239) 334-2154.

17 Sixth Annual Foundation Gala to benefit the Edison & Ford Winter Estates Foundation's campaign to restore and preserve the homes. Chair: Sam Galloway Jr. $3,000 per table of eight. (239) 274-2377.

17 Music for Community with the Naples Philharmonic Orchestra at St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Naples to benefit the Coalition of Immokalee Workers. (239) 986-9101.

18 Collier County Heart Walk at Cambier Park in Naples to benefit the American Heart Association. (239) 498-9288.

18 Quilt Raffles at First Christian Church to benefit Project Linus.

(941) 627-4364.

18 The 2006 Angel Ball-Moulin Rouge at The Community School of Naples. $900 per couple. Chairs: Beth and Michael Carr Jr. (239) 597-7575, ext. 121.

18 Art Royale 2006 at Alliance for the Arts to benefit the Alliance. $75. Chairs: Jane Lane, Brad Newton. (239) 939-2787, ext. 27.

18 Howl-A-Day Jubilee, at Veterans Community Park to benefit Domestic Animal Services. (239) 566-2367

18 Beaujolais Nouveau Degustation to benefit Alliance Française de Naples. (239) 592-7576.

25 Livingston Taylor at Schein Hall in Sanibel to benefit BIG Arts (Barrier Island Group for the Arts).

(239) 395-0900.

29 Talk of the Town at the Ritz-Carlton, Naples, to benefit Ovarian Cancer Alliance of Florida, Gulf Coast. $125. (239) 455-0554.

29 Fashion Gala presented by Zola Keller to benefit Baby Basics Inc. $75. Chair: Sue Reynen. (239) 263-9395.

Mid-November to Christmas Eve .

Red Kettle Campaign throughout Collier County to benefit the Salvation Army, Naples Corps.

Red Kettle Campaign throughout Lee County to benefit the Salvation Army of Lee County and its Christmas Outreach Program. (239) 278-1551.

Watch for these events in November .

Dinner Dance to benefit the Bonita Springs Historical Society. Chair: Wes Stillwaggon. (239) 949-0268.

Robb & Stucky Art Affair at the Robb & Stucky Patio Store in Bonita Springs to benefit Communities Reaching Out-Girls Making It On Purpose. $75. (239) 463-4127.

Kayak Challenge to benefit Sensitivity Awareness Workshop of Southwest Florida. $40. (239) 466-6344.

ArtQuest, a sculpture exhibit, to benefit the Marco Island Foundation for the Arts. Chair: Jo-Ann Sanborn. (239) 642-6367.

1 Golf Classic at Naples Grande Golf Club to benefit Naples Christian Academy. $600 per foursome.

(239) 455-1080.

3 Community Breakfast to benefit the Jewish Federation of Lee and Charlotte counties. (239) 481-4449.

3 Comedy Gala at Sugden Theatre to benefit the Foster Care Council of Southwest Florida. $125. Chair: Les Schultzel. (239) 262-1808.

3 Festival of Trees at the Sanctuary Golf Club to benefit the Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife. (239) 472-3644, ext. 5

4 Senior Companion/Foster Grandparent Volunteer & Senior Aide Enrollee Recognition at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre to benefit Dr. Piper Center for Social Services. (239) 332-5346.

4 Golden Rule Gala at Vineyards Country Club in Naples to benefit the Immokalee Friendship House. $250. Chairs: Cheryl Agin, Larry Mullins.

(239) 261-0388.

5 Annual Banquet at Harborside Event Center to benefit Quality Life Center. $50. Chair: Carl Skinner.

(239) 334-2797.

5 Old Bags for Babies at Garden of Hope and Courage to benefit NCH Healthcare Foundation. $100. Chairs: Jane Ogden, Kay Gow, Carol Ann May, Jan Goldsmith. (239) 463-4511.

5 Christmas Tea at Trieste in Bay Colony to benefit Christ Child Society of Naples. Chair: Kathy Pezzuti.

6 Yabba Island Pirate Ball to benefit Culinary Concept Charities. $250. (239) 435-0990.

8 Annual Christmas Gala at Palm Cottage to benefit the Naples Historical Society. $300. Chairs: Diana Wingard, John Sprinkle.

(239) 261-8164.

9 Lee County Heart Walk at Centennial Park in Fort Myers to benefit the American Heart Association. (239) 498-9288.

9 Clean Air Christmas at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre to benefit the American Lung Association. $50.

(239) 275-7577.

9 Third Annual Charity Golf Tournament at the Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples, to benefit Liberty Youth Ranch. (239) 992-1801.

13 Major Gifts Annual Dinner at Estuary at Grey Oaks Country Club to benefit the Collier County chapter of Hadassah. Chairs: Myra Friedman, Sharyn Harris. (877) 949-1818.

14 Holiday Party and Toy Drive hosted by the Naples Newcomers Club at Stonebridge Country Club to benefit the Boys & Girls Club of the East Naples Fire Department.

(239) 348-2944.

31 New Year's Eve Gala at Naples Grande Resort & Club to benefit the American Red Cross of Collier County. $250. Chair: Lora Lee Eberhart.

(239) 596-6868.

Watch for this event in December .

Eyeball for I Care at the Olde Marco Inn on Marco Island to benefit Marco Eye-Land Eradicate Amblyopia Foundation. $75. (239) 642-6657.

11 Hunt Slonem: From His Collection to Yours with Slonem as the special guest at the von Liebig Art Center to benefit the Naples Art Association. $325. (239) 262-6517.

13 Sneaker Ball at Greater Naples' YMCA to benefit the YMCA of Collier County. $150. Chairs: Sara Fumagalli, Dana Nagel. (239) 598-5143.

13-14 Bonita Springs National Art Festival at The Promenade at Bonita Bay to benefit the Art League of Bonita Springs. (239) 495-8989.

13 to March 1 Festival of Light Show at the Edison & Ford Winter Estates to benefit the Art League of Fort Myers. Chair: Carol McArdle. (239) 275-3970.

15 Magic of Monte Carlo at Naples Sailing & Yacht Club to benefit the David Lawrence Foundation. $400. Chairs: Jerry and Diana Thirion.

(239) 354-1434.

18 Celebration of Philanthropy at Grey Oaks Country Club to benefit the Community Foundation of Collier County. $125. (239) 649-5000,

ext. 207.

19 Quest 2007 Speaker Series at the Ritz-Carlton, Naples, to benefit Quest Educational Foundation. $945. (239) 643-3573.

20 Kick-off party to celebrate the 75th Anniversary of Naples Woman's Club. $100. (239) 262-6331.

20 Gala at Naples Grande Resort & Club to benefit the Children's Advocacy Center of Collier County. $250. Chairs: Jackie Stephens, Palma Fuson, Debbi Wallace. (239) 263-8383.

20 Love of Bonita Gala at Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort to benefit the Bonita Springs Community Foundation. $125. Chairs: Melanie Dehon, Darren Robertshaw.

(239) 274-5900.

21 Arts Edition LIVE, to benefit WGCU Public Media. $50. (239) 590-2345 or (239) 565-4245.

21 Dedication of new Lifeline Family Center in Cape Coral.

(239) 542-4457.

25 A Light to Remember, a luminary tribute event at Centennial Park in Fort Myers to benefit the Alvin A. Dubin Alzheimer's Resource Center.

(239) 437-3007.

26-27 Book Sale at the Cape Coral Public Library to benefit Friends of Cape Coral Library. Chair: Bob Novander. (239) 945-6458.

26-28 Naples Winter Wine Festival at the Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples, to benefit the Naples Children & Education Foundation. $7,500 per couple. Chairs: Linda and Jim Malone. (239) 514-2239.

27 Lee County Cattle Barron's Ball at City of Palms Park to benefit the American Cancer Society. Chairs: Mike McQuagge, Melinda Isley, Cole Peacock. (239) 850-7287.

27 Affair to Remember to benefit Tender Loving Care Complex. $150. Chair: Pam Alexander.

(239) 470-1053.

27 Beaux Arts Ball at the International Design Center in Estero to benefit the Art League of Bonita Springs. Chair: Jo Beightol. $250.

(239) 495-8989.

28 Annual Major Gifts Dinner to benefit the Jewish Federation of Lee and Charlotte counties.

(239) 481-4449.

30 Fashion Pazzazz at Hideaway Beach Club to benefit the Wishing Well Foundation. $60. (239) 213-0397.

31 People of the Book cultural event featuring Jeffrey Toobin, CNN Legal Analyst, to benefit the Jewish Federation of Collier County.

(239) 263-4205.

31 Dinner for Diapers at the Vanderbilt Country Club to benefit Baby Basics Inc. (239) 352-4310.

Watch for these events in January .

20th Annual Wyndemere Tradition Golf Tournament at Wyndemere Country Club to benefit Youth Haven. $250. (239) 774-2904.

Signature Presentation 2007 to benefit the Conservancy of Southwest Florida. (239) 403-4210.

Ride for the Red to benefit the American Red Cross of Lee County. (239) 278-3401.

Lecture Series. Naples/Fort Myers Town Hall kicks off its 24th season at Naples Grande Resort. (239) 261-6524 or www.townhalllectures.com.

Walk for the Animals at Lee County Sports Complex to benefit the Humane Society of Lee County. (239) 332-0364.

Author Tim Dorsey visits Naples for the Friends for Lunch lecture series to benefit Friends of the Library of Collier County. Chair: Ardyn Long.

$50-$60 (series

tickets available).

(239) 262-8135.

Annual Client Awards Dinner to benefit Sunrise Community of Collier County. Chair: Paul Starzyk. (239) 643-5338, ext. 238.

3 Mardi Gras Charity Auction at Pelican Golf Club to benefit the Bonita Springs Assistance Office. Chairs: Sheila Seacat, Mark McCaw. $125.

(239) 949-7525.

3 Naples-Marco Island Hospice Regatta to benefit Hospice of Naples. Sailing race and shore party. Chair: Carolee Steelman. (239) 691-8458.

3 Black History Month Kick-off Celebration at Clemente Park in Fort Myers to benefit the Lee County Black History Society.

(239) 332-8778.

3 Annual Benefit Concert at Schein Hall in Sanibel to benefit BIG Arts. (239) 395-0900.

3, 4 ArtFest Fort Myers, a juried fine-art festival and community event held by the Art League of Fort Myers. (239) 768-3602.

6 Take a Seat-Benches for Bonita at Robb & Stucky Interiors in Bonita Springs to benefit the Salvation Army of Lee County. $60. (239) 495-3159.

6 Intern Art Auction at the Community House in Sanibel to benefit Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation. Chair: Marti Bryant. $20. (239) 472-2329.

7 Annual Churchill Dinner & Lecture to benefit the Naples Branch of the English-Speaking Union.

(239) 597-2844.

8-9 Naples Wine Tasting at Trinity-by-the-Cove Episcopal Church in Naples to benefit the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. Chair: Pam Blakely. $150. (239) 793-7009.

9 Quest 2007 Speaker Series at the Ritz-Carlton, Naples, to benefit Quest Educational Foundation. $945.

(239) 643-3573.

9 Mending Broken Hearts with Hope luncheon featuring international news correspondent Ashleigh Banfield at the Ritz-Carlton, Naples, to benefit the Shelter for Abused Women & Children. $250. Chair: JoAnn Remington. (239) 775-3862, ext. 211.

10-14 Singing Valentines to benefit Paradise Coastmen Barbershop Chorus. $45. (239) 352-6366.

10 Naples Cattle Baron's Ball at the MidAmerica Aviation Hangar at Naples Municipal Airport to benefit the Collier County chapter of the American Cancer Society. Chairs: Matthew Ross, Caryn Rasnick. $375. (239) 261-0337, ext. 114.

10 Love Effects at Alliance for the Arts. $20. (239) 939-2787.

10 Sixth Annual Poker Walk for Parkinson at Vineyards Community Park to benefit the Parkinson Association of Southwest Florida. (239) 254-7791.

11 Taste of Love, a cooking extravaganza at Robb & Stucky Outdoor Living in Bonita Springs to benefit Special Equestrians. Chairs: Barbara K. Carlin, Anna Richardson. $150. (239) 768-2893.

13, 14, 15 Romeo and Juliet live at Bayfront to benefit Gulfshore Playhouse. (239) 398-3143.

15 Health and Wealth Preservation luncheon seminar presented by Brick & Kyle Associates Inc. and featuring Dr. Beth Dupree at the Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club to benefit the American Cancer Society. $75. (239) 254-8044.

17 Arti Gras to benefit the Art League of Marco Island. Chairs: Rose Patterson, Diana Peck. $100.

(239) 394-4221.

17 Pet Lover's Ball-A Black-Collar Affair at the Naples Grande Resort & Club to benefit the Humane Society of Collier County. Chairs: Tina Chaphe, Colleen Kvetko. $300. (239) 643-1880.

17 Annual Community Event at Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club to benefit the Jewish Federation of Collier County. (239) 263-4205.

17 Hope Gala-The Snow Ball at the Ritz-Carlton, Naples, to benefit the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. $400. (239) 992-3840.

17 Hearts of Hope Gala held by the Women's Committee of Bonita Springs at Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort to benefit Joanne's House at Hope Hospice. Chairs: Donna Roberts, Etta Smith, Signe Wynne. $300.

(239) 489-9147.

19 Gala at the Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club featuring Chris Brubeck's Triple Play to benefit Classic Chamber Concerts. $200. (239) 597-0977.

22 Links to Life-Caring Women Bond to Beat Breast Cancer luncheon at the Ritz-Carlton, Naples, to benefit Bosom Buddies Breast Cancer Support. Chair: Mimi Scofield. $125. (239) 417-4600.

23 Quest 2007 Speaker Series at the Ritz-Carlton, Naples, to benefit Quest Educational Foundation. $945. (239) 643-3573.

23, 24 An Evening with Jane Fonda at the Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club to benefit Planned Parenthood of Collier County. Followed by a Morning After Brunch with Jane Fonda. $200 to $5,000. (239) 262-8074.

23-24 Tennis Tournament ELS to benefit Candlelighters of Southwest Florida. (239) 543-5448.

24 Annual Shakespeare Competition to benefit Naples Branch of the English-Speaking Union.

(239) 434-2440.

24 Block Party at Porsche of Naples to benefit Neighborhood Health Clinic. Chair: Susan Jones. $175.

(239) 261-6600, ext. 26.

24 Yard & Bake Sale to benefit Guardian Angels for Special Populations of Cape Coral. Chair: Barbara Piskorz. (239) 549-4531.

24 Symphony Ball at the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point to benefit the Southwest Florida Symphony. Chairs: Carol Robinson, Judith Huber.

(239) 418-0996.

24 Moondance-Fly Me to the Moon to benefit the Cancer Alliance of Naples. (239) 436-4856.

24 Gyrene Gala to benefit Ave Maria University Foundation at Naples Grande Resort & Club. Chairs: Gen. and Mrs. Michael T. Coyne. $250. (239) 280-2580.

24 Masquerade Ball at the Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club to benefit the J. Timothy Hogan Foundation. Chairs: Joann Quinn, Renee Bozzacco. (239) 263-8838 or (239)

514-0881.

25 to March 4 Cruise to benefit Gulfshore Playhouse, visiting Casa de Campo, San Juan, St. Thomas and Nassau. Chair: Kristen Coury. $997. (239) 398-3143.

25-26 Nichols Cup Tournament at Fiddlesticks Country Club to benefit the Bobby Nichols-Fiddlesticks Charity Foundation. (239) 768-1111.

26 Moscow Chamber Orchestra with Alexander Kobrin, pianist, at Schein Hall in Sanibel to benefit BIG Arts. (239) 395-0900.

28 Fashion Show at Saks Fifth Avenue in Naples to benefit Saint Ann School. Chairs: Christine Flynn, Sandra Gerry. $1,000. (239) 262-4110.

All this month Heroes Campaign to benefit the American Red Cross of Collier County. $1,000.

(239) 596-6868.

Watch for these events in February .

Holland T. Salley Leadership in

Fostering Education (LIFE) Award Luncheon to benefit the Edison College Foundation. Chair: Jason Korn. $100. (239) 732-3718.

Feasts for Fun Time at various venues to benefit Fun Time Early Childhood Academy. $200.

(239) 261-8284.

Annual Art Auction & Wine Tasting at Trader's to benefit the Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife.

(239) 472-3644, ext. 5.

Bailey Society Annual Meeting to benefit the Community Foundation of Sanibel-Captiva. Chair: Tom Uhler. (239) 274-5900.

Author David Baldacci for the Friends for Lunch lecture series to benefit Friends of the Library of Collier County. Chair: Ardyn Long. $50.

(239) 262-8135.

Women of Style to benefit the Community Foundation of Collier County. (239) 649-5000.

1 Goddess Night at the von Liebig Art Center to benefit the Naples Art Association. (239) 262-6517.

1 Humanitarian of the Year Program at the Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples, to benefit International College. $125. (239) 598-6159.

2, 3 Annual Show to benefit Paradise Coastmen Barbershop Chorus. Chair: Mike Joynt. $17. (239) 774-3267.

2 Black-Tie Dinner at a private home to benefit the Marco Island Historical Society. $250. (239) 389-6447.

3 Collier County Heart Ball at Naples Grande to benefit the American Heart Association. $1,000. Chair: Janet Martin. (239) 498-9288.

3 Hope for Haiti Air Lift in a hangar at Naples Airport to benefit Hope for Haiti. Dinner and dancing, concluded by an air lift of volunteers and supplies destined for Haiti. Chairs: Lacey King, John Huson. (239) 434-7183.

3 Annual Farm Day to benefit ECHO. (239) 567-3312.

3 75th Anniversary Gala-Diamonds in the Sand at Grey Oaks Country Club to benefit Naples Woman's Club. Chairs: Venice Michel, Patricia Stentz. $175.

(239) 262-6331.

3 Spring Appraisal Fair at Civil Air Patrol Hangar to benefit the Marco Island Historical Society. Chairs: Cindy Murlowski, Jeannie Lapointe.

(239) 389-6447.

3, 4 MS Walk in Naples and Fort Myers to benefit the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. (239) 793-7009.

4 Under The Sea at Sundial Beach Resort to benefit Shell Museum. Chair: Anne Joffe. $100. (239) 395-2233.

4 Gala and Naples première of

The Journalist and the Jehadi:

The Murder of Daniel Pearl at The Community School of Naples to benefit the Holocaust Museum of Southwest Florida. Includes a special presentation by Daniel's father, Dr. Judea Pearl. Chair: Barbara Goldberg. $75 to $400. (239) 263-3998.

4 Friendship In the Park to benefit Senior Friendship Centers of Lee County. Chairs: Diana McGee, Kathy Mayo, George Witte. (239) 275-1881.

4 A Cabaret Evening Under the Stars at Sugden Theatre in Naples to benefit the Theatre Guild of the Naples Players. Chairs: Carol Pendleton, Carol Schmid, Julie Sanders. (239) 498-2207.

7-10 Naples Antiques Show & Sale at Trinity-by-the-Cove featuring a preview party and gala to benefit Collier County charities. Chairs: Bette Aymar, Andy Baldwin. $15.

(239) 262-0353.

7 Annual Auction and Gala at the Ritz-Carlton, Naples, to benefit Step by Step Early Childhood and Education and Therapy Center. Chair: Heather Tice. (239) 455-9525.

7 A Touch of Class luncheon, fashion show and silent auction at Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club to benefit Sunlight Home. Chair: Dolores Sire. $60. (239) 566-8779.

8 Celebrating Women of Achievement luncheon hosted by the American Association for University Women, Greater Naples, at the Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club. Chair: Jennifer Walker. (239) 566-9961.

8 Spring Fashion Show to benefit Alliance Française de Naples. Chair: Judy Svenson. $35 to $40. (239) 592-7576.

9 Dr. Piper Open House and commemoration to Dr. Ella Piper at Dr. Piper Center. $8. (239) 332-5346.

9 Third Annual Celebration Dinner at the Ritz-Carlton, Naples, to benefit the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children of Collier County. Chair: Nick Codispoti. (239) 566-5804.

9 Step Into Spring fashion show and luncheon to benefit Candlelighters of Southwest Florida. Chair: Fran Verwilt. $35. (239) 432-2223.

10 Peek at the Unique house tours to benefit the Zonta Club of Sanibel Captiva and the Zonta Foundation of Southwest Florida. Chair: Nola Theiss. $50. (239) 395-1737.

10 The King's Ball at Hyatt Regency Coconut Point to benefit Royal Palm Academy. Chair: Marjorie Johnson. (239) 594-9888.

10, 11 Bonita Springs National Art Festival at The Promenade at Bonita Bay to benefit the Art League of Bonita Springs. (239) 495-8989.

11 Seventh Annual Island Celebration at Sanctuary Clubhouse on Sanibel Island to benefit Sanibel-Captiva Cares and the Children's Hospital of Southwest Florida. Chairs: Melissa Congress, Nancy McNeil, Pumfey Silverglide. $150. (239) 472-2082.

11 Israel Fest at Alliance for the Arts in Fort Myers to benefit the Jewish Federation of Lee and Charlotte counties. (239) 481-4449.

12 David Lawrence Cup Pro-Am Golf Tournament at The Golf Club at Fiddler's Creek. $325 per player.

(239) 354-1416.

14 Annual Fundraising Breakfast at Pelican's Nest Golf Club to benefit the Literacy Council of Bonita Springs. Chair: Susan Acuña. (239) 495-0999.

15 Annual Fundraiser Dinner at St. John the Evangelist Church Community Center to benefit Pregnancy Resource Center. Chair: Mary Lee Heim.

(239) 513-9775.

17 Storybook Ball-Shrek at Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa to benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities of Southwest Florida. Chairs: Bob Meisenheimer, Mary Burks. $250. (239) 437-0202.

17 President's Celebration to benefit FGCU Foundation.

(239) 590-1074.

17 Race for the Cure, a 5K fitness walk at Coconut Point in Estero to benefit the Southwest Florida affiliate of the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. Chairs: Amy Mendello, Jennifer Wright. $20 to $40.

(239) 498-0016.

18 Summit Loves Love at Gulf Harbour and other communities to benefit Summit Christian School. Chairs: James Ungaro, Fred Pollier, Mary Lou Capan. (239) 437-7603.

18, 19 Artists' Studio Tour to benefit the Friends of Art at the Naples Museum of Art and Galleries. Guided visits to local artists' homes and studios in the Naples area. Chairs: Caroline Stuart-Jervis, Carla Higdon. $40 to $50. (239) 597-1900.

22 Magic Under the Mangroves to benefit the Conservancy of Southwest Florida, featuring a reception and silent and live auctions. (239) 403-4205.

23-25 Festival of the Arts at Ave Maria University. (239) 280-2572.

24 Annual Gala at St. John the Evangelist Church to benefit St. Elizabeth Seton School. Chairs: Kathy Packish, Monica Drew, Mary Logan. (239) 514-2250.

24 Red Ribbon Ball gala and auction at the Hilton Naples to benefit Island Coast AIDS Network.

(239) 337-2391.

24 Community Service Banquet at Riverside Community Center in Fort Myers to benefit the Lee County Black History Society. Chairs: Nina Denson Rogers, Daisy Upshaw-Benjamin. $35. (239) 332-8778.

24 World Class Polo 2007 to benefit The Community School of Naples' financial aid program. $200. (239) 597-7575.

25 Dr. Pastor Memorial Golf Tournament to benefit Senior Friendship Centers of Lee County. $150. (239) 275-1881.

25 Bike-A-Thon to benefit the Immokalee Friendship House. $35. (239) 657-4090.

27 Sam Galloway & Friends Fourth Annual Soup Kitchen Benefit at Sam Galloway Ford in Fort Myers to benefit Community Cooperative Ministries. (239) 332-7687.

29 Advocacy Dinner at the Country Club of Naples to benefit Naples Alliance for Children. $35.

(239) 649-5260.

31 NAMI Walks for the Minds of America at Cambier Park in Naples to benefit the National Alliance on Mental Illness, Collier County. Chairs: Rosemary Pace, Connie Sullivan.

(239) 936-9501.

31 to Apr. 1 Old Florida Festival at the Museum of Collier County to benefit its friends group. Chair: Larry Lit. $2 to $5. (239) 793-8393.

31 to Apr. 1 15th Annual Tennis Tournament at the Dunes in Sanibel to benefit the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation. Chair: Marti Bryant. $35. (239) 472-2329.

Watch for these events in March .

Author Lisa Scottoline visits Naples for the Friends for Lunch lecture series to benefit Friends of the Library of Collier County. Chair: Ardyn Long.

$50 to $60. Series tickets available.

(239) 262-8135.

Stars in the Arts at Tiburón to benefit the United Arts Council.

(239) 263-8242.

Dinner & Dancing to benefit Youth Haven. (239) 774-2904, ext. 203.

Annual Red Sox Fans Springing for a Cure dinner and auction to benefit the ALS Association. Chair: Susan Lance. $120. (239) 425-2736.

Wine Tasting & Silent Auction at The Fresh Market at the Bell Tower Shops in Fort Myers to benefit the Junior League of Fort Myers. $25.

(239) 277-1197.

Hope in a Handbag fashion show and auction to benefit the Hope Hospice unit at Shell Point Retirement Community. Chair: Lynn Schneider. $35. (239) 454-2207.

The Howl in Naples, a gala to benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Florida. Chairs: Kevin Caffrey, Jennifer Girard Smith. (239) 278-0003.

Walk-A-Thon to benefit Lutheran Services Florida. $15. (239) 275-1126

Lee County Drug House Odyssey to benefit Lee County Coalition for a Drug-Free Southwest Florida. Free. (239) 541-9003.

Pennies from the Heart campaign to benefit Collier Health Services.

(239) 658-3138.

Annual Fundraising Banquet at St. Michael's Lutheran Church to benefit the Amigos Center. Chair: Rev. Robert V. Selle. $30. (239) 437-6727.

Song and Sign Celebration to benefit Deaf Services Center of Southwest Florida. Chair: Lori Timson. $25. (239) 461-0334, ext. 2.

Celebration of Reading to benefit the Governor's Family Literacy Initiative. Chairs: Fred and Stephanie Pezeshkan, Thomas R. and Ann Grady. $250. (239) 275-5758.

First week of April Annual Wildflower Celebration and guided tours at the CREW Marsh Trails to benefit CREW. (239) 657-2253.

3 Queen's Birthday Garden Party at Naples Yacht Club to benefit the Naples Branch of the English-Speaking Union. (239) 434-2440.

3 Fundraiser at Tiburón in Naples to benefit Christ Child Society of Naples. Chair: Terry Way.

3 Fifth Annual Tulip Tuesday to benefit the Parkinson Association of Southwest Florida. $20 per bunch. (239) 825-8515.

4 35th Anniversary Concert at The Community School of Naples to benefit Naples Concert Band. Chair: Frank Burgeson. $35. (239) 598-2082.

6, 7 Royal Palm Country Club Pro-Am to benefit Hospice of Naples. (239) 261-4404.

7 Seventh Annual Breakfast with the Easter Bunny to benefit Healthy Start Coalition of Southwest Florida. $8. (239) 425-6920.

12 Chocolate Wishes Come True at Hilton Naples to benefit the Wishing Well Foundation. $35. (239) 213-0397.

12 Fashion show and luncheon at Naples Sailing & Yacht Club to benefit Project HELP and Substance Abuse Coalition. (239) 263-0824.

13, 14 Drive Fore Hope Celebrity Golf Challenge, Chef's Extravaganza & Auction with Jim Kelly at Greenlinks and Lely Country Club and Resort to benefit the Hunter's Hope Foundation. Chairs: Suzanne Ostertag, Nickole Hendra. $150 to $300. (239) 540-1355.

14 Cirque du Voix at Harborside Event Center to benefit Voices for Kids of Southwest Florida. Chair: Shara Weaver. $100 to $150. (239) 997-5437.

14 Take Your Pic at the Art League of Marco Island. $60 to $125.

(239) 394-4221.

14 Magnolia Ball 2007 at the Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples, to benefit the NCH Regional Cancer Institute and Magnolia Research and Education Endowment Fund. Chair: Sue Morrison. (239) 463-4511.

16 2007 Spring Luncheon at Quail West Golf & Country Club to benefit Hope of Southwest Florida. $85.

(239) 482-4673.

18 Chop's City Ball at Chops City Grill in Bonita Springs to benefit Culinary Concept Charities. $100. (239) 430-9474.

20, 21 Fort Myers Relay For Life at the Lee County Sports Complex to benefit the American Cancer Society's Lee County unit. Chair: Kari Hennigan. (239) 936-1113, ext.117.

20, 21 Naples Relay For Life to benefit the Collier County chapter of the American Cancer Society. $175. (239) 261-0337.

21 Tom's Caribbean Fling at Centennial Park in downtown Fort Myers to benefit the Edison & Ford Winter Estates Foundation. Chairs: Katherine Daugherty, Charlotte Edwards. $100. (239) 274-2377.

21 Gala for Treasures at the Ritz-Carlton, Naples, to benefit Seacrest Country Day School. (239) 793-1986.

22 27th Annual Taste of the Islands at Sanibel Island Park to benefit the Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife. Chair: Ann Arnoff. (239) 472-3644, ext. 5.

25 Naples Wine Gala at The Fresh Market to benefit Voice for Kids of Southwest Florida. $25. (239) 997-5437.

27 Administrative Professionals' Day at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre to benefit Dr. Piper Center for Social Services. $30. (239) 332-5346.

27 Spring Auction at Cape Coral Yacht Club to benefit Providence Christian School. (239) 549-8024.

28 Walk America at Cambier Park in Naples to benefit March of Dimes. $10 to $20. (239) 433-3463.

28 Asthma Walk at Lakes Regional Park in Fort Myers to benefit the American Lung Association. Chairs: Lisa Munizza, Kurt Goerke. (239) 275-7577.

29 Chocolate Extravaganza at Longstreth-Goldberg Art Gallery in Naples to benefit Project HELP. Chair: Patricia Pickworth. $100.

(239) 649-1404.

29 Taste of Marco at the Esplanade to benefit the Marco Island YMCA. Chair: Mary Quinton. (239) 394-3144.

30 Friendship Celebration at Sugden Community Theatre to benefit Senior Friendship Centers of Collier County. (239) 275-1881.

30 10th Annual St. Matthew's House Golfathon at TwinEagles and Bonita Bay East to benefit St. Matthew's House. Chairs: Dean Lind, Jim Colosimo. (239) 774-0500.

Watch for these events in April .

Sweet Memories Chocolate Gala at Heritage Palms Country Club to benefit Alvin A. Dubin Alzheimer's Resource Center. Chair: Susan Lance. $55. (239) 437-3007.

Legends Luncheon-45th Anniversary Celebration at Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club to benefit Fun Time Early Childhood Academy.

Chair: Lois Selfon.

(239) 261-8284.

Celebrate Bonita at Liles Hotel, Riverside Park, Bonita Springs, to benefit the Bonita Springs Historical Society. (239) 992-9660.

Walk to Cure Diabetes at Florida Gulf Coast University to benefit the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. (239) 992-3840.

Wanderlust to benefit FGCU's Resort and Hospitality Management program. Chairs: Brian Holly, Sherie Brezina. (239) 590-7710.

Third Annual Hospice Butterfly Release at Cambier Park in Naples to benefit Hospice of Naples.

(239) 261-4404.

Gene Doyle Backcountry Release Fishing Tournament to benefit the Gene Doyle Memorial Foundation. Chairs: Matt and Mandy McLean.

$125 to $250. (239) 597-6884.

Celebrity Waiter's Evening to benefit the Southwest Florida Museum of History Foundation. $75.

(239) 332-5955.

Fourth Annual Golf Tournament to benefit Habitat for Humanity of Collier County. (239) 775-0036.

1 Golden Apple Teacher Recognition Celebration at the Phil to benefit the Education Foundation of Collier County. Chair: Mary Lynn Hill. $1,000. (239) 643-4755.

5 Inaugural Golf Outing at Mediterra to benefit the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children of Collier County. $250.

(239) 566-5804.

5 50th Anniversary Gala of Collier County Medical Society Alliance at Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club. (239) 435-7727.

12 Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Man & Woman of the Year gala at the Hilton Naples. $100. (239) 992-5781.

12 Lee County Heart Ball at Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort to benefit the American Heart Association. Chair: Sandy Stilwell. $500. (239) 498-9288.

19 Ninth Annual Golf Tournament at The Club at Mediterra to benefit the Parkinson Association of Southwest Florida. $225. (239) 254-7791.

24 Winged Foot Awards Banquet and dinner with a nationally known sports figure at Naples Grande Resort & Club to benefit the Winged Foot Scholarship Foundation. Chairs: H.A. Hornbeck, Joe Carraher. $200. (239) 262-7171.

Watch for these events in May .

Grand Founders Dinner at Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa to benefit Chabad Lubavitch. Chair: Linda Idelson. $360. (239) 433-7708.

Charity Chuckle to benefit Youth Haven. (239) 774-2904.

AsiaFest at The Community School of Naples to benefit China Adoption With Love. Chair: Judy Wright. $5. (239) 404-9504.

Recognition Dinner at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre to benefit Learning for Life. Chairs: Steve Teuber, Mary Fischer. $12. (239) 936-8072.

Spring Gala and Golf Tournament to benefit Renaissance School. $100. (239) 275-2022.

Spring Fling at Verandah River House to benefit Calusa Nature Center and Plantarium. $100. (239) 275-3435.

Annual Golf Tournament to benefit Literacy Volunteers of Collier County. Chair: Danny Tyler. $150. (239) 262-4448, ext. 102.

7 Golf Tournament to benefit the American Red Cross of Collier County. (239) 596-6868.

20 Fried Green Tomato Festival at the Immokalee Friendship House. (239) 657-4090.

23 Juneteenth Celebration at Clemente Park in Fort Myers to benefit the Lee County Black History Society. (239) 332-8778.

23 Annual Golf Classic at West Bay Club to benefit Healthy Start Coalition of Southwest Florida. $150.

(239) 425-6926.

Watch for these events in June .

Uncommon Evening to benefit the Uncommon Friends Foundation.

(239) 335-2110.

2007 Pro-Am at Tiburón Golf Course in Naples to benefit the Executive Women's Golf Association in Naples. Chairs: Kathi Gray, Lori North. $150. (239) 595-9876.

Fifth Annual Southwest Florida Tropical Turtle Race at SunSplash Family Water Park in Cape Coral to benefit Lee Mental Health Center. Chair: Heidi Davis. $5 to $250. (239) 791-1576.

31 Open House at the Lehigh Acres Literacy Council to benefit the council. Chairs: Mary Smiley, Lisa Goehle. (239) 910-0166.

26 A Magical Feast at The Melting Pot to benefit the Children's Advocacy Center of Collier County. $85.

(239) 263-8383.

Watch for this event in August .

Arts for ACT, a fine-art auction to benefit Abuse Counseling and Treatment. Chairs: Jennifer Benton, Dixie Lee McCollaum. $75. (239) 939-2553.

Watch for these other events this season ...

An Amazing Evening of Music at First Presbyterian Church in Naples to benefit Grace Place for Children & Families. Chair: Patricia Vlasho. (239) 455-2707.

Chairish the Children auction of hand-painted children's chairs to benefit Imaginarium Hands-On Museum. Chair: Stefanie Cutshall. (239) 939-1553

Stay at Home Tea to benefit the Immokalee Child Care Center. Chairs: Laura Lee Rush, Beverley Vining.

(239) 261-1774.

Golden Apple Teacher Recognition Award Program at Harborside

Event Center to recognize outstanding teachers in Lee County. (239)

337-0433.

Dance Gala with professional dancers and local celebrities at the Trianon Hotel to benefit the American Red Cross of Lee County. $100. (239) 278-3401.

Parties of Note in private homes and clubs to benefit the Naples Philharmonic League. Chairs: Patsy Zalokar, Audrey Bird. (239) 261-3944 or (239) 775-1467.

Wine Tasting at The Fresh Market in Fort Myers to benefit Sensitivity Awareness Workshop of Southwest Florida. $25. (239) 466-6344.

BRAVO!Ballet, gala and New York City Ballet performance at Anderson Theater in Fort Myers to benefit Gulfshore Ballet. Chairs: Linda and Tom Uhler. (239)

590-6191.