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See our 2018-19 Nonprofit Listings here.
September ’18
7 Love That Dress! at The Ritz-Carlton, Naples to benefit PACE Center for Girls, Collier at Immokalee. Tickets: $35 per general admission, $150 per VIP. Dress code: business-casual. Chairs: Melissa Campbell Speech, Libby Fekette. Contact: Mollie Martin, (239) 207-1878, mollie.martin@pacecenter.org. pacecenter.org/locations/collier-at-immokalee
8 Laps for Literacy 5K Race at Sugden Park to benefit Literacy Volunteers of Collier County. 7:30 a.m. Tickets: $25 entry. Dress code: athletic. Chair: Melissa Brazely. Contact: Chris Nind, (239) 262-4448, cnind@collierliteracy.org. collierliteracy.org
13 40-under-40 presented by Gulfshore Business magazine at Miromar Design Center. 6 p.m. Dress code: business, business-casual. gulfshorebusiness.com
13 Evenings on 5th on Fifth Avenue South to benefit the 5th Avenue South Business Improvement District. 6:30 p.m. Contact: Bruce Barone Jr., (239) 692-8436, bruce@fifthavenuesouth.com. fifthavenuesouth.com
14 Hank Hochstetler Memorial Golf Tournament at Vasari Country Club to benefit Bonita Springs YMCA. 8:30 a.m. Tickets: $150. Dress code: golf. Contact: Joey Belanger, (239) 292-5572, joeyb@bonitaspringsymca.org.
14 Party with a Purpose at Silverspot Cinema to benefit Youth Haven. 7 p.m. Tickets: $60. Dress code: Caribbean-chic. Chairs: Allison Murrell, Catherine Chase. Contact: Meredith Curley, (239) 687-5155, meredith.curley@youthhavenswfl.org. youthhavenswfl.org
15 International Coastal Cleanup on Fort Myers Beach to benefit Keep Lee County Beautiful. 8 a.m. Tickets: free. Dress code: outdoor. Contact: Mike Thomas, mike@klcb.org. klcb.org/coastal-cleanup.html
18 Discover Lee County Legal Aid on-site to benefit the Lee County Legal Aid Society. 9 a.m. Tickets: free. Dress code: casual. Chair: Andrew Banyai. Contact: Andrew Banyai, (239) 334-6118, andrew@leecountylegalaid.org. leecountylegalaid.org
20 Bags, Bingo and BBQ at Naples Bingo Hall to benefit The Parkinson Association of Southwest Florida. 5 p.m. Tickets: $45. Dress code: casual. Chair: Tammy DeCaro. Contact: Tricia Leite, (239) 417-3465, pr@pasfi.org. pasfi.org
20 Mission 17 Welcome Home at Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) to benefit Collier-Lee Honor Flight. 9 p.m. Tickets: free. Dress code: casual. collierhonorflight.org
20 Recovery Month Award Ceremony at New Hope Event Center to benefit the David Lawrence Center. 5 p.m. Tickets: free. Dress code: business-casual. Contact: Moira Larkin, (239) 354-1445, donorcare@dlcmhc.com. davidlawrencecenter.org
21 Par Tee for Tots at LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort to benefit Child Care of Southwest Florida. 7 a.m. Tickets: $150. Dress code: golf. Chairs: Rob and Chrissie Chomo. Contact: Tina Parsons, (239) 600-6065, tinasparsons@gmail.com. secure.perfectgolfevent.com/eventweb/6148/index.php
21 The Secrets of Growing a Successful Business in Collier County (from Those That Have Succeeded!) at the Hodges University Community Room to benefit SCORE Naples. 8 a.m. Tickets: $25. Dress code: business-casual. Chair: Ken Antonelli. Contact: Ken Antonelli, antonelli@scorevolunteer.org. scorenaples.org
21 Young Women on the Rise: Empowerment Event at Keiser University to benefit Our Mother’s Home of Southwest Florida. 10 a.m. Tickets: free. Dress code: casual. Chair: Karen Watson. Contact: Karen Watson, (239) 267-4663, karen@ourmothershome.com. ourmothershome.com
23 ALOHA Hawaiian Night at La Venezia Ballroom to benefit FAASWFL Filipino-American Association of SWFL 6 p.m. Tickets: $35 donation. Dress code: Hawaiian-themed. Chairs: Pearl Cruz, Jeanne Isberto. Contact: Pearl Cruz, (239) 771-9911, faaswfl@gmail.com. facebook.com/ourfaaswfl
27 Second Annual FSW Golf Classic at The Club at The Strand to benefit the Florida SouthWestern State College Foundation. 11:30 a.m. Tickets: $650. Dress code: proper golf. Chairs: Tristan Chapman, Dr. Bob Mandraccia. Contact: Kevin Anderson, (239) 432-6706. fswgolfclassic.com
29 NAMIWalks Southwest Florida in the Fort Myers River District to benefit NAMI Lee, Charlotte and Hendry Counties. 9 a.m. Dress code: casual. Honorary chair: Mayor Randy Henderson. Contact: Vacharee Howard, (239) 745-5823, vhoward@namilee.org. namiwalks.org
29 Walk Like MADD & 5K at JetBlue Park at Fenway South to benefit Mothers Against Drunk Driving of Southwest Florida. 7 a.m. Tickets: $30. Dress code: casual-sport. Chair: Trish Routte. Contact: Lori Burke (239) 791-7560, lori.burke@madd.org. walklikemadd.org/southwestfl
October ’18
3 Signature Chefs Auction at the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa to benefit March of Dimes. 6 p.m. Tickets: $500. Dress code: cocktail. Chairs: Lisa and Josh Dorcey. Contact: Trent Howe, (239) 271-2562, thowe@marchofdimes.org. signaturechefs.org/swflorida
4 Becoming Cosmopolitan Fire & Ice at Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall at FSW. 6 p.m. Tickets: $125. Dress code: festive. Contact: Stefanie Edwards, (239) 461-2802, stefanie@communitycooperative.com. communitycooperative.com/events
5 27th Annual Founder’s Cup Golf Tournament at Quail Creek Country Club to benefit the Florida Gulf Coast University Foundation. 11:30 a.m. Tickets: $500. Dress code: golf. Contact: Angela Kunkle, (239) 745-4343, akunkle@fgcu.edu. fgcu.edu/advancement/specialevents
6 Artful Giving at Crowne Plaza Fort Myers at Bell Tower Shops to benefit Partners for Breast Cancer Care. 6:30 p.m. Tickets: $50. Dress code: business-casual. Chairs: Gail Marra, Janet Darnell. Contact: Janet Darnell, (239) 454-8583, janetdarnellpfbcc@yahoo.com. pfbcc.org
6 The Busey Bank Run for Prevention at Centennial Park to benefit The Lee County Coalition for a Drug-Free Southwest Florida. 6 p.m. Tickets: $25. Dress code: athletic. Chairs: Stephanie and Jonathan Engh, Rachele and Dan Mills. Contact: Deborah Comella, (239) 931-9317, executivedir@drugfreeswfl.org. runsignup.com/race/fl/fortmyers/buseybankrunforprevention
6 Fifth Anniversary Docs & Duffers Charity Golf Tournament at Bonita Bay Club East to benefit the Foundation of Collier County Medical Society. 8 a.m. Tickets: $175 per person, $650 per foursome. Dress code: golf. Chairs: Dr. Rolando Rivera, Dr. Richard Pagliara, Jeremy Darstek. Contact: April Donahue, (239) 435-7727, april@ccmsonline.org. https://conta.cc/2oZqrZu
6 Get into Gardening at ECHO Global Farm to benefit ECHO. 9 a.m. Tickets: free. Dress code: casual. Chair: Danielle Flood. Contact: Danielle Flood, (239) 543-3246, dflood@echonet.org. echonet.org/events/get-into-gardening-2018
6 Program Meeting at Unitarian Universalist Church to benefit the AAUW Greater Naples Branch. 9:30 a.m. Contact: Laura Candris, (239) 919-8869, membership@aauwgnb.org. aauwgnb.org
6 Return of Boo Ball at the Historic Burroughs Home & Gardens to benefit PACE Center for Girls, Lee County. 5:30 p.m. Tickets: $200 per person, $1,500 per table of eight. Dress code: ghoulish formal with 1920s twist. Chairs: David and Christin Collins, Bill and Debbie Toler. Contact: Allyson Ross, (239) 470-7548, allyson.ross@pacecenter.org. pacecenter.org/locations/lee
6 Walk for Wishes 5K Walk/Run presented by Publix at Florida Gulf Coast University to benefit Make-A-Wish Southern Florida. 8:30 a.m. Tickets: $25 per adult, $15 per student, $10 per child. Dress code: athletic. Chair: Lori Teague. Contact: Emily Sumpmann, (239) 992-9474, esumpmann@sflawish.org. walkforwishessfla.net
11 Evenings on 5th on Fifth Avenue South to benefit the 5th Avenue South Business Improvement District. 6:30 p.m. Contact: Bruce Barone Jr., (239) 692-8436, bruce@fifthavenuesouth.com. fifthavenuesouth.com
11 Sunset Soiree at Shangri-La Springs to benefit Valerie’s House of Southwest Florida. 6 p.m. Tickets: $125. Dress code: cocktail-casual. Honorary chairs: Mike and Jan Martin. Contact: Joanne Hayden, (239) 246-5763, joanne@valerieshouseswfl.org. valerieshouseswfl.org
11 Tug of Hope at Mercato to benefit the Cancer Alliance of Naples. 4 p.m. Contact: (239) 643-4673. cancerallianceofnaples.org
12 Purple Party at Bayfront Inn 5th Ave to benefit The Shelter for Abused Women & Children. 6:30 p.m. Tickets: $65. Dress code: semi-formal. Chairs: Jennifer and Mike Gebeau. Contact: Rebecca Thompson, (239) 775-3862, rthompson@naplesshelter.org. naplesshelter.org/purpleparty
12-28 Scarecrows in the Park at Lakes Regional Park to benefit the Lakes Park Enrichment Foundation. 4 p.m. Tickets: free. Dress code: casual. Chair: Tara Molloy. Contact: (239) 533-7575, info@lakespark.org. lakespark.org
13 11th Annual Turkey Shoot Golf Tourney at Collier’s Reserve Country Club to benefit the Heil Luthringer Foundation for MS. 8:30 a.m. Tickets: $175. Dress code: golf. Chair: Dr. Alan Galbut. Contact: Dr. Debbie Heil, (239) 595-7179, dheil2954@aol.com.
13 Jerry Conti Memorial Fancy Pants 2018 golf tournament at The Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club to benefit the Cancer Alliance of Naples. 7:30 a.m. cancerallianceofnaples.org
13 Rocky Horror Picture Show on-site to benefit Alliance for the Arts. 5 p.m. Tickets: $15 in advance, $20 at the door. Dress code: casual. Contact: Jessica Wisdom, (239) 939-2787, jessica@artinlee.org. artinlee.org/rocky
14 First Concert of the Season at the Cambier Park Band Shell to benefit Naples Concert Band. 2 p.m. Tickets: free, donations appreciated. Dress code: casual. Contact: Howard Hawkins, (239) 263-9521, info@naplesconcertband.org. naplesconcertband.org
15 Celebration of Inclusion Luncheon at The Ritz-Carlton, Naples to benefit Special Olympics Florida—Collier County. 11:30 a.m. Tickets: $1,500 per table of eight. Dress code: business-casual. Chairs: Sue Palmer, Eric Sanders. Contact: Sue Palmer, (239) 775-1991, info@specialolympicscollier.org. specialolympicscollier.org
15 Justin’s Place Graduation to benefit St. Matthew’s House. 6 p.m. Tickets: free. Dress code: casual. Contact: Natalie Combs, (239) 774-0500, ext. 161, ncombs@stmatthewshouse.org.
16 Family-Friendly Business Awards at the Hilton Naples to benefit Collier Child Care Resources. 8 a.m. Tickets: $35. Dress code: business-casual. Contact: Alicia Feldman, (239) 643-3908, aliciaf@collierchildcare.org. collierchildcare.org
17 ElevateHer SWFL Annual Dinner at the Talis Park Vyne House to benefit the Southwest Florida Women’s Foundation. 5 p.m. Tickets: invitation only. Dress code: business-casual. Chairs: board of directors. Contact: Brenda Tate, (239) 908-0301, brenda@fundwomenfl.org. fundwomenfl.org
19 “GO GREEN” Golf Fundraiser at The Plantation Golf & Country Club to benefit Keep Lee County Beautiful. Noon. Tickets: $125. Dress code: golf. Chair: Keith Banasiak, Scott Zedeker. Contact: Trish Fancher, trish@klcb.org. klcb.org/go-green-golf-fundraiser.html
19 Wine, Women & Shoes at the Sanibel Harbour Marriott Resort & Spa to benefit the Florida Cancer Specialists Foundation. 11 a.m. Dress code: cocktail. Chair: Janet Brune. Contact: Debbie Sanford, foundation@flcancer.com.
20 Annual 5K Walk & Fun Run at Pelican Preserve to benefit Children’s Network of Southwest Florida. 7 a.m. Tickets: donations. Dress code: walk/run attire. Chair: Michelle Leonard. Contact: Michelle Leonard, (239) 425-6333, mleonard@cnswfl.org. childnetswfl.org
20 Brew-Ha-Ha Craft Beer Festival at Mercato to benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities of Southwest Florida. 5 p.m. Tickets: $35 advance, $40 at the gate. Dress code: casual. Contact: Amy Blanco, (239) 437-0202, amy@rmhcswfl.org. rmhcswfl.org
20 Fourth Annual Path2Freedom Golf Outing at Vineyards Country Club to benefit Path2Freedom. 7 a.m. Tickets: $150 per person, corporate tiered sponsorship available. Dress code: casual. Chair: Jon Stevenson. Contact: Jennifer Pauly, (239) 333-7791, jennifer@path2freedom.org. path2freedom.org/events
20 Mission 18 Welcome Home at Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) to benefit Collier-Lee Honor Flight. 9 p.m. Tickets: free. Dress code: casual. collierhonorflight.org
20 Murder Mystery Dinner at Naples Lakes Country Club to benefit Bikes for Tykes. 5:30 p.m. Tickets: $75. Dress code: theme or country-club attire. Chair: Teddy Plaisted. Contact: Teddy Plaisted, (239) 465-9047, teddy@bikesfortykes.org. bikesfortykes.org
20 Naples Chamber Children’s Business Fair at Gulf Coast High School to benefit the Leadership Collier Foundation. 10 a.m. Tickets: $15 per participant, $5 per attendee, free for children 5 and under. Dress code: outdoor-casual. Contact: Nikkie Dvorchak, (239) 403-2909, nikkie@napleschamber.org. napleschamber.org/cbf
20 Second Annual Arts on Tap on-site to benefit Alliance for the Arts. 7 p.m. Tickets: $75. Dress code: casual. Contact: Jessica Wisdom, (239) 939-2787, jessica@artinlee.org. artinlee.org/ontap
21 The Mystery of the Murder at the 19th Hole to benefit Providence House. 5 p.m. Tickets: $55. Dress code: golf club, resort-casual. Chairs: Susan Eckert, Carol Gentile. Contact: Hailey Cummons, hailey@providencehousenaples.org.
21 Smoke on the Island BBQ, Brew & Family Fun at The Community House to benefit the Sanibel Community Association. 2 p.m. Tickets: $10 per spectator. Dress code: casual. Chair: Marge Meek. Contact: Teresa Riska-Hall, teresa@sanibelcommunityhouse.net. sanibelcommunityhouse.net
22 14th Annual Golf Tournament at TwinEagles, The Talon Course, to benefit Gulfshore Playhouse. 12:30 p.m. Tickets: $500. Dress code: golf. Contact: Jan Fernandez, (239) 261-7529, ext. 206, jfernandez@gulfshoreplayhouse.org.
24-11/11 Rehearsal for Murder—Adapted by D.D. Brooke at Marco Town Center Mall to benefit The Marco Players. 8 p.m. Tickets: $31-33. Dress code: casual. Chair: Beverly Dahlstrom. Contact: Beverly Dahlstrom, (239) 642-7270, info@themarcoplayers.com. themarcoplayers.com
25 Designer Purse Bingo at Fathoms to benefit Regional Cancer Center. 5:30 p.m. Tickets: $45. Dress code: pretty in pink to support breast cancer awareness. Contact: Patti Chlipala, (239) 214-0639, patti.chlipala@leehealth.org. leehealthfoundation.org/pursebingo
25 Naples International Film Festival 10th Anniversary Year Opening Night Film and Party on-site to benefit Artis—Naples. 6 p.m. Tickets: $69. Dress code: cocktail. Contact: (239) 597-1900, naplesfilmfest@artisnaples.org. artisnaples.org/niff
25 Second Annual Environmental Breakfast at Riverside Community Center to benefit Audubon of Southwest Florida. 7:30 a.m. Tickets: free. Dress code: casual. Chair: Dan Van Norman. Contact: Jayne Johnston, (239) 770-8312, audubon.southwest.florida@gmail.com. audubonswfl.org/copy-of-meetings-presentations
26 Chip in for DLC Golf Tournament at Quail Creek Country Club to benefit the David Lawrence Center. 11:30 a.m. Tickets: $250 per player, $1,000 per foursome. Dress code: golf. Chairs: Peter Michaels, Joseph Stusek. Contact: Moira Larkin, (239) 354-1445, donorcare@dlcmhc.com. chipinfordlc.org
26 MDA 2018 Toast to Life Gala at Sanibel Harbour Marriott Resort & Spa to benefit the Muscular Dystrophy Association. 6 p.m. Tickets: $200, sponsorships available. Dress code: cocktail. Contact: Erin Randall, (239) 437-6900, erandall@mdausa.org. mdagala.com
26 Wicked Walk at the Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center to benefit The Foundation for Lee County Public Schools. Dress code: casual for the walk, black-tie for the gala. Contact: Brittany Carroll, (239) 337-0433, brittany@leeschoolfoundation.org.
27 10th Anniversary Masquerade Party at The Marina at Edison Ford to benefit The Laboratory Theater of Florida. 6:30 p.m. Tickets: $150. Dress code: semi-formal, masked, fancy dress. Chair: Giulia Ramsey. Contact: Giulia Ramsey, giulia.ramsey@gmail.com. laboratorytheaterflorida.com
27 35th Annual Golf Classic at Westminster Golf Club to benefit Bishop Verot Catholic High School. 8 a.m. Tickets: $125. Dress code: golf. Chair: Donny Overholser. Contact: Donny Overholser, donny.overholser@bvhs.org. bvhs.org
27 Ghoul Gala at the Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center to benefit The Foundation for Lee County Public Schools. 7 p.m. Dress code: festive, costumes encouraged. Chair: Marshall Bower. Contact: Devon Parker, (239) 333-1933, devon@sbdac.com. sbdac.com
27 Halloween Trick-or-Trolley to benefit the Naples Junior Woman’s Club. 7 p.m. Tickets: $50. Dress code: Halloween costume. naplesjuniors.com
27 Paradise Coast Wine & Food Experience at Cambier Park to benefit the 5th Avenue South Business Improvement District. 11 a.m. Contact: Bruce Barone Jr., (239) 692-8436, bruce@fifthavenuesouth.com. fifthavenuesouth.com
27 Sixth Annual Golf Tournament at Hammock Bay Golf and Country Club to benefit the Marco Island Center for the Arts. 7:30 a.m. Tickets: $150. Dress code: golf. Chair: Jim Richards. Contact: Debbie Kuindersma, (239) 394-4221, debbie@marcoislandart.org. marcoislandart.org
28 Italian Fest 2018 at Alliance for the Arts to benefit the Rotary Club of Fort Myers. 11 a.m. Dress code: casual. Chair: Marshall Howard. Contact: Marshall Howard, (239) 896-2125, marshallkhoward@yahoo.com. rotaryfortmyers.org/events/italian-fest-2018
29 Faces of Hope at Work at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre to benefit Hope Clubhouse of Southwest Florida. 11 a.m. Tickets: $75. Dress code: business-casual. Chairs: Kelly Fayer and Heather Fitzenhagen. Contact: James Wineinger, (239) 900-4200, jwineinger@hopeclubhouse.org. hopeclubhouse.org/events
31 Halloween Spooktacular on Fifth Avenue South to benefit the 5th Avenue South Business Improvement District. 4:30 p.m. Contact: Bruce Barone Jr., (239) 692-8436, bruce@fifthavenuesouth.com. fifthavenuesouth.com
Also in October:
Annual “Who Dun It” Mystery Event to benefit LARC. 6 p.m. Contact: Angela Katz, (239) 334-6285, ext. 229, angelakatz@larcleecounty.org. larcleecounty.org
Bow Wow Brunch to benefit Humane Society Naples. Dress code: casual. Contact: Meredith McLean, (239) 438-4616, events@hsnaples.org. hsnaples.org/events
Insights into Business, Designed for Women by Women at Pelican Marsh to benefit SCORE Naples. 8:30 a.m. Tickets: $25. Dress code: business-casual. Chair: Margaret Holt. Contact: Margaret Holt, margaret.holt@scorevolunteer.org. scorenaples.org
Largest Human Pink Ribbon at Miromar Outlets to benefit Partners for Breast Cancer Care. 9 a.m. Tickets: $20 for ticket and umbrella, $10 for ticket only if have umbrella from previous year. Dress code: pink casual. Chair: Janet Darnell. Contact: Janet Darnell, (239) 454-8583, janetdarnellpfbcc@yahoo.com. pfbcc.org
November ’18
1 Harvest for the Gardens at Everglades Wonder Gardens to benefit Bonita Wonder Gardens. 5 p.m. Tickets: $150. Dress code: farmer-chic. Chairs: Russell Andersen, Thomas Hecker. Contact: Thomas Hecker, (239) 682-0674, thomas@evergladeswondergardens.com. evergladeswondergarden.com
1 JA Business Hall of Fame, Collier County at the Naples Grande Beach Resort to benefit Junior Achievement of Southwest Florida. 5 p.m. Tickets: $250. Dress code: business. Chair: Clay Cone. Contact: Stephanie Hoffman, (239) 225-2590, shoffman@jaswfl.org. jaswfl.org
1 Scene to be Seen: A Runway Art Show on-site to benefit The Naples Art Association. 7 p.m. $100 per general admission, $200 per VIP. Dress code: your best artistic outfit. Chair: Barbara King. Contact: Aimee Schlehr, (239) 262-6517, aimee.schlehr@naplesart.org. naplesart.org
1-3 Paint the Beach on-site to benefit the Fort Myers Beach Art Association and Gallery. 5:30 p.m. Chair: Marie Crist. Contact: Marie Crist, (608) 695-5259, paintthebeachfmb@gmail.com. paintthebeach.com
2 11th Annual Champagne Brunch & Fashion Show at the Hilton Naples to benefit Baby Basics. 10 a.m. Tickets: $110. Dress code: business. Chair: Melva Gibson Wagner. Contact: Jean Ann Lynch, (617) 510-4468, dandja@hotmail.com. babybasicscollier.org
2 Annual Gala: Come Grow with Us at the Florida Gulf Coast University Cohen Center to benefit Quality Life Center of Southwest Florida. 6 p.m. Tickets: $100. Dress code: semi-formal. Contact: Jan Sommer, (239) 334-2797, ext. 110, jsommer@qlcswfl.org. qualitylifecenter.org
2 Celebration of Philanthropy at Grey Oaks Country Club to benefit the Community Foundation of Collier County. 11:30 a.m. Tickets: $200 per person, $2,000 per host table. Dress code: business-casual. Chairs: Dottie Gerrity, Tom McCann. Contact: Carri Kreisman, (239) 307-4526, ckreisman@cfcollier.org. cfcollier.org
2 Shop for Success at Crowne Plaza Fort Myers at Bell Tower Shops to benefit Dress for Success SW Florida. 3 p.m. for VIPs, 5 p.m. for general public. Tickets: free from 5-9 p.m., $50 per VIP. Dress code: casual. Chairs: Karen Anderson, Julio Barina. Contact: Mary McDonough, (239) 689-4992, mary@dfsswflorida.org, or Nickole Hendra, (239) 689-4992, nickole@dfsswflorida.org. swflorida.dressforsuccess.org
2-3 Holiday Artisan Boutique on-site to benefit the Naples Woman’s Club. 10 a.m. Tickets: free. Dress code: casual. Chair: Sue Soucy. Contact: Sue Soucy, soucysm@gmail.com. gfwcnapleswomansclub.org
2-4 RedSnook Charity Fishing Tournament and Kickoff Party on-site to benefit the Conservancy of Southwest Florida. 5:30 p.m. Tickets: $50. Dress code: casual. Chairs: Mokey Shea, Henley Shotwell. Contact: Chanel McGregor, (239) 403-4200. conservancy.org/redsnook
3 Annual Benefit Dinner at the Naples Sailing & Yacht Club to benefit Sunlight Home. 5:30 p.m. Tickets: $100. Dress code: semi-formal. Chair: Jean Beauchamp. Contact: Linda Hale, (239) 352-0251, linda_lee_hale@yahoo.com. sunlighthome.org
3 The Bolder Board Training at The Collaboratory to benefit the Southwest Florida Community Foundation. 8 a.m. Tickets: $125. Dress code: business-casual. Contact: Sydney Roberts, (239) 274-5900, sroberts@floridacommunity.com. floridacommunity.com/bolder-board-training
3 Brews for the Birds at Everglades Wonder Gardens to benefit Bonita Wonder Gardens. 3:30 p.m. Tickets: $35. Dress code: millennial-chic. Chairs: Sabra Smith, Thomas Hecker. Contact: Thomas Hecker, (239) 682-0674, thomas@evergladeswondergardens.com. evergladeswondergarden.com
3 Casino Night at The Club at Olde Cypress to benefit Literacy Volunteers of Collier County. 6 p.m. Tickets: $75. Dress code: club-casual. Chair: Janet Saltarelli. Contact: Chris Nind, (239) 262-4448, cnind@collierliteracy.org. collierliteracy.org
3 Cooking for the Arts on-site to benefit the Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center. 6 p.m. Tickets: $250 per couple, $1,000 per table. Chair: Kara Griffith. Contact: Devon Parker, (239) 333-1933, devon@sbdac.com. sbdac.com
3 Eighth Annual Charity Golf at La Playa Golf Club to benefit Wounded Warriors of Collier County. 7:30 a.m. Tickets: $200. Dress code: golf. Chair: Roger Thomas. Contact: Roger Thomas, rogertmi@gmail.com. woundedwarriorsofcolliercounty.com
3 Giver Challenge Gala at Quail West Golf & Country Club to benefit Charity for Change. 6 p.m. Tickets: $250. Dress code: cocktail, with jungle theme. Chairs: Kathy Feinstein, Sonya Sawyer. Honorary co-chairs: Sen. Kathleen and John Passidomo. Contact: Karen Conley, (239) 592-6787, karenconley@charityforchange.org. charityforchange.org
3 Inaugural Southwest Florida Friendship Ball at Cohen Center Ballroom, Florida Gulf Coast University, to benefit Best Buddies Southwest Florida. 7 p.m. Tickets: members only. Dress code: semi-formal. Contact: Katie Vazquez, (239) 275-2510, kathleenvazquez@bestbuddies.org.
3 Monofilament Madness at The Mound House to benefit Keep Lee County Beautiful. 8 a.m. Tickets: free. Dress code: outdoor. Contact: Trish Fancher, trish@klcb.org. klcb.org/monofilament-madness.html
3 The Naples Players 65th Birthday Block Party at Sugden Community Theater to benefit The Naples Players. 7 p.m. Tickets: free. Dress code: casual. Chair: Pauline Cornelius. Contact: Derek Perry, (239) 434-7340, dperry@naplesplayers.org. naplesplayers.org
3 Program Meeting at Unitarian Universalist Church to benefit the AAUW Greater Naples Branch. 9:30 a.m. Contact: Laura Candris, (239) 919-8869, membership@aauwgnb.org. aauwgnb.org
3 Special Olympics 20th Annual Golf Classic at The Club at Olde Cypress to benefit Special Olympics Florida—Collier County. 9 a.m. shotgun; lunch to follow. Tickets: $500 per foursome. Dress code: golf; collared shirt, no denim. Chairs: Sue Palmer, Eric Sanders. Contact: Sue Palmer, (239) 775-1991, info@specialolympicscollier.org. specialolympicscollier.org
4 14th Gay-La Brunch at Venue Naples to benefit PFLAG Naples. Noon. Tickets: $35 for non-members, free for members. Dress code: casual. Chair: David Goldstein. Contact: David Goldstein, goldsteinb@aol.com.
4 Bikers for Babies at North Collier Regional Park to benefit March of Dimes. 9 a.m. Tickets: $25. Dress code: biker-casual. Chairs: Bruce and PJ Scheiner. Contact: Megan Flores, (239) 271-2564, maflores@marchofdimes.org. bikersforbabies.org/swflorida
4 Gulf Coast Big Band Jazz Concert at Cambier Park to benefit Gulf Coast Big Band. 2 p.m. Tickets: free; scholarship donations gratefully accepted. Dress code: casual; bring a chair. Contact: Tim Hains, (239) 877-6090, tim.hains@gmail.com. gulfcoastbigband.com
4 Taste of the Town at Alliance for the Arts to benefit the Junior League of Fort Myers. 11 a.m. Tickets: $10 per general, $60 per VIP. Dress code: casual. Chairs: Samantha Didio, Emily Frost. Contact: Samantha Didio or Emily Frost, (239) 277-1197, tasteofthetown@jlfm.org. jlfmtaste.org
4 Von Arx Family Foundation SW Florida Diabetes Conference to benefit the Help a Diabetic Child Foundation. 10 a.m. Chairs: Dolph and Sharon von Arx. Contact: Tami Balavage, (239) 821-5051, hlpdiabeticchild@aol.com. swfldiabetes.com
6 Dinner with Artists on-site to benefit The Naples Art Association. 5:30 p.m. Tickets: $130. Dress code: business-casual. Contact: Aimee Schlehr, (239) 262-6517, aimee.schlehr@naplesart.org. naplesart.org
6 Mina Edison Society Holiday Sparkle Fashion Show at Florida SouthWestern State College, Building U-102, to benefit the Florida SouthWestern State College Foundation. 6 p.m. Dress code: business. Chairs: Crissy Fabian, Teta Roberts. Contact: Victoria Stephan, (239) 489-9286.
7 Brushstrokes from the Soul at FineMark Bank, Fort Myers, to benefit the Alvin A. Dubin Alzheimer’s Resource Center. 5:30 p.m. Tickets: free. Dress code: business-casual. Chairs: Adrianne Gerard, Jaimee Thompson. Contact: Jan Kerlin, (239) 437-3007. alzheimersswfl.org
7 Celebrating Our Seniors at the Golden Gate Senior Center to benefit Collier Senior Resources. 6 p.m. Tickets: $150-plus donation suggested. Dress code: business (men: jackets). Chairs: Jim Barton, Adam Gross. Contact: Jim Barton, (239) 430-1920, jnbart@msn.com. collierseniorresources.org
7 Fourth Annual Gala at Bonita Bay Club to benefit New Horizons of Southwest Florida. 6 p.m. Tickets: $250. Dress code: semi-formal. Chair: Judy Dove. Contact: Dort Bear, (239) 948-4146, dort@newhorizonsofswfl.org. newhorizonsofswfl.org/gala
7 Hats in the Garden on-site to benefit Naples Botanical Garden. 11:30 a.m. Tickets: $650 per person, $1,500 per patron, $15,000 per table host. Dress code: cocktail dress and your most festive millineries. Chair: Mary Ann Bindley. Contact: Karen Krieger, (239) 315-7292, kkrieger@naplesgarden.org. naplesgarden.org/calendar/hats-in-the-garden
7 Open House on-site to benefit Bishop Verot Catholic High School. 6:30 p.m. Tickets: free. Dress code: business-casual. Contact: Jill Rhone, (239) 274-6760. bvhs.org
8 Civic Lunch at The Ritz-Carlton, Naples to benefit the Salvation Army of Collier County. 11:45 a.m. Dress code: business, business-casual. Contact: Martin Destpierre, martin.destpierre@uss.salvationarmy.org. salvationarmynaples.org
8 Inspirational Breakfast at St. John’s Episcopal Church, Sugden Hall, to benefit Collier Resource Center. 8 a.m. Dress code: casual. Chair: Nina Gray. Contact: Nina Gray, (239) 777-5341, 01ninagray@gmail.com.
8 Men & Women of the Year presented by Gulfshore Life magazine at the Naples Grande Beach Resort. 6 p.m. Dress code: formal. gulfshorelife.com/about-us/advertise/signature-events
8 Uncommon Evening at the Burroughs Home & Gardens to benefit the Uncommon Friends Foundation. 6 p.m. Tickets: $125. Dress code: semi-formal. Chair: Caryn Smith. Contact: Caryn Smith, (239) 738-3435, connect@drivenbydesign.net. uncommonfriends.org
8 World Wine Tour at Bell Tower Shops to benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities of Southwest Florida. 6 p.m. Tickets: $40 in advance, $50 at the gate. Dress code: casual. Contact: Amy Blanco, (239) 437-0202, amy@rmhcswfl.org. rmhcswfl.org
9 10th Anniversary Celebration on-site to benefit the Florida Lions Eye Clinic. 6 p.m. Tickets: $20. Dress code: Florida-casual. Chair: Steven Blad. Contact: Tamika Seaton, (239) 293-2009, tseaton@fllec.org. fllec.org
9 2018 Charity Classic Celebration at The Ritz-Carlton, Naples to benefit The Immokalee Foundation. 6 p.m. reception, 7:30 p.m. dinner. Tickets: $550, underwriting and sponsorship opportunities available. Dress code: cocktail. Chair: Barbara Morrison. Contact: (239) 430-9122, info@immokaleefoundation.org. immokaleefoundation.org
9 Bench Bar Gala at the Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center to benefit the Lee County Bar Association. 6 p.m. Tickets: $95 early bird. Dress code: black-tie. Chair: Lisa Poulin. Contact: Lisa Poulin, (239) 334-0047, lpoulin@leebar.org. leebar.org
9 Third Annual Veterans Memorial Celebration and Sports Complex Groundbreaking on-site to benefit Ave Maria School of Law. Noon. Dress code: patriotic-casual. Chairs: Amber Richards, Donna Heiser. Contact: Amber Richards, (239) 687-5341, arichards@avemarialaw.edu. avemarialaw.edu
9 Uncorked at Mediterra Beach Club to benefit Youth Haven. 5 p.m. Tickets: $150. Dress code: resort-chic. Chair: Evelyn McKoan. Contact: Meredith Curley, (239) 687-5155, meredith.curley@youthhavenswfl.org. youthhavenswfl.org
9 Zoo Gala: In the Garden of Eden on-site to benefit Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens. 6 p.m. Dress code: jacket and tie; colorful garden cocktail. Chairs: Terry and Bob Edwards, Jody and Gerald Lippes. Contact: Tina Jaquess, (239) 262-5409, ext. 149, tina@napleszoo.org. napleszoo.org/zoogala
10 15th Annual FORE-the-Kids Golf Tournament at the Golf Club at Fiddler’s Creek to benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Collier County. 11 a.m. Tickets: $1,000. Dress code: golf. Chairs: Mary Osborne, Lea Cole Smith. Contact: Heidi Overman, (239) 325-1716, hoverman@bgccc.com. bgccc.com
10 Annual Luncheon at St. Ann Jubilee Center to benefit Providence House. 11:30 a.m. Tickets: $60 per person, $400 per table. Dress code: business-casual. Chairs: Joan Conroy, Doris Corey, Amy Manley. Contact: Hailey Cummons, hailey@providencehousenaples.org.
10 Arts for ACT 2018 at the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa to benefit Abuse Counseling and Treatment (ACT). Contact: Jennifer Benton, (239) 939-2553, jbenton@actabuse.com. actabuse.com
10 Bootstrap Boogie Barn Dance on-site to benefit Naples Therapeutic Riding Center. 7 p.m. Tickets: $350. Dress code: Western. Chairs: Brigid Soldavini-Clapper, Ryan Lolly. Contact: Missy Lamont, (239) 596-2988, info@ntrc.org. naplestherapeuticridingcenter.org/barndance
10 Christmas Market at Trinity by the Cove Parish Hall to benefit Women of Trinity. 9 a.m. Tickets: free. Dress code: casual. Chairs: Jeanne Feight, Sally Weir. Contact: Jeanne Feight, (239) 403-3012, bayshoreplaces@aol.com. trinitybythecovechristmasmarket.org
10 Gala Season Opening Night Reception at Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall at FSW to benefit Southwest Florida Symphony. 5 p.m. Tickets: $50. Dress code: cocktail, black-tie optional. Chairs: Liz Marnul, Jean Nicholson. Contact: Liz Marnul, (239) 458-3620, lizinswfl@live.com. swflso.org
10 The Great MS Center Challenge at Koreshan State Park to benefit the MS Center of SWFL. 10 a.m. Dress code: outdoor. Contact: Linda Grimm, (239) 435-1901, kay@mscenterswfl.org. mscenterchallenge.com
10 JDRF One Walk, Naples at The Village Shops on Venetian Bay to benefit JDRF South Gulf Coast Chapter. 7:30 a.m. registration, 9 a.m. walk. Tickets: free. Dress code: casual. Contact: Pamela Alagel, (239) 591-2825, palagel@jdrf.org. walk.jdrf.org/naples
10 Local Author Book Fair at South Regional Library to benefit Friends of the Library of Collier County. 11 a.m. Tickets: free. Dress code: casual. collier-friends.org
10 Masterworks Concert Series at Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall at FSW to benefit Southwest Florida Symphony. 6:30 p.m. pre-concert lecture, 7:30 p.m. concert. Tickets: $29 and up. Contact: Box office, (239) 418-1500, tickets@swflso.org. swflso.org. Continues Jan. 12, Feb. 2, March 2 and April 27.
10 Matanzas’ Craft Beer Fest at Matanzas on the Bay to benefit Operation Open Arms. Noon. Dress code: coastal-casual. Contact: Tony Coppolino, (239) 463-3838, info@matanzas.com. matanzasonthebay.com
10 NCH Hospital Ball at The Ritz-Carlton, Naples to benefit the NCH Center for Philanthropy. 6 p.m. Tickets: $500, sponsorships available. Dress code: black-tie. Chairs: Diane and Dan McCaw. Contact: Monica Biondo, (239) 624-2019, monica.biondo@nchmd.org. nchmd.org/hospitalball
10 Third Annual Path2Freedom Red Gala at the Hilton Naples to benefit Path2Freedom. 6:30 p.m. Tickets: $175 per person, $1,500 per table, corporate sponsorship available. Dress code: semi-formal and red dresses. Chair: Oscar Blandi. Contact: Jennifer Pauly, (239) 333-7791, jennifer@path2freedom.org. path2freedom.org/events
11 2018 Charity Classic Pro-Am Pairings Party at The Old Collier Golf Club to benefit The Immokalee Foundation. Tickets: Pro-Am $5,000 and up per single player, $8,500 and up per double. Dress code: golf. Chair: Sunny Sapiente. Contact: (239) 430-9122, info@immokaleefoundation.org. immokaleefoundation.org
11 Concert in the Park at the Cambier Park Band Shell to benefit Naples Concert Band. 2 p.m. Tickets: free, donations appreciated. Dress code: casual. Contact: Howard Hawkins, (239) 263-9521, info@naplesconcertband.org. naplesconcertband.org
11 Sixth Annual Salute to Our Veterans at the Naples Sailing & Yacht Club to benefit Wounded Warriors of Collier County. 5:30 p.m. Tickets: $225. Dress code: business-casual. Chair: Dale A. Mullin. Contact: Dale A. Mullin, (239) 596-3019, dale@woundedwarriorsofcolliercounty.com. woundedwarriorsofcolliercounty.com
12 2018 Charity Classic Pro-Am at Bay Colony Golf Club to benefit The Immokalee Foundation. 7:30 a.m. breakfast and golf demonstrations, 9 a.m. shotgun start. Tickets: $5,000 and up per single player, $8,500 and up per double. Dress code: golf. Chair: Sunny Sapiente. Contact: (239) 430-9122, info@immokaleefoundation.org. immokaleefoundation.org
13 Cabaret at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre to benefit Fort Myers Mastersingers, dba City of Palms Youth Choir. 7 p.m. Tickets: $40 in advance, $50 at the door. Dress code: business. Chair: Stephanie Webb. Contact: Stephanie Webb, (239) 770-1575, stephwebb46@aol.com. cityofpalmsyouthchoir.com
13-15 International Agriculture Conference at Crowne Plaza Fort Myers at Bell Tower Shops to benefit ECHO. 8 a.m. Dress code: business-casual. Chair: Renee Gill. Contact: Renee Gill, (239) 567-3328, rgill@echonet.org. conference.echocommunity.org
15 20th Annual Luncheon & Fashion Show at The Ritz Carlton, Naples to benefit Humane Society Naples. 11:30 a.m. Tickets: $250. Chairs: Philip Douglas, Doug Olsen. Contact: Meredith McLean, (239) 438-4616, events@hsnaples.org. hsnaples.org/events
15 Annual Community Campaign Kick-Off at Stonebridge Country Club to benefit the Jewish Federation of Greater Naples. 7 p.m. Dress code: business-casual. Chairs: Paula Filler, Jamie Satz. Contact: Julie Hartline, (239) 263-4205, jhartline@jewishnaples.org. jewishnaples.org
15 Bet on the Kids Casino Night aboard the Naples Princess to benefit the Sunshine Kids Foundation. 6 p.m. Tickets: $100. Dress code: casino-casual. Chair: Joni Albert. Contact: Joni Albert, (239) 659-4299. ssknaples.com
15 ForEverglades Naples at The Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club to benefit The Everglades Foundation. 5:15 p.m. Tickets: $500 and up. Dress code: forever fun, never formal. Chairs: Donna and John Hall. Contact: Kathy Wheeler, (239) 290-8405, kathywheeler227@gmail.com. evergladesfoundation.org
15 Kaleidoscope of the Arts Fundraiser at the Hilton Naples to benefit Storytellers Creative Arts. 5:30 p.m. $175. Dress code: creative-casual. Chair: William S. Barnett. Contact: William S. Barnett, (239) 591-6649, bill.barnett@storytellerscreativearts.org. storytellerscreativearts.org
15 Sip & Sample at The Village Shops on Venetian Bay to benefit Friends of Foster Children Forever. 5:30 p.m. Tickets: $40. Dress code: casual. Contact: Jane Billings, (239) 262-1808, jane@friendsoffosterchildren.net. friendsoffosterchildren.net
16 Empowering Women Luncheon at Windstar Country Club to benefit the Naples Woman’s Club. 11 a.m. Tickets: $60. Dress code: country club. Chair: Lisa Howe. Contact: Lisa Howe, lisahowe19@hotmail.com. gfwcnapleswomansclub.org
16 SALCAA: Saint Ann Latino Contemporary Art Auction at Artis—Naples to benefit Saint Ann School. 6 p.m. Tickets: $250. Dress code: cocktail. Chairs: Casandra Ruanova-Cordero, Kayle Allen. Contact: Laurel Meny, laurel@imacreative.com. salcaa.org
17 Build a Bike event at Golden Gate Community Center to benefit the United Way of Collier County. 9 a.m. Contact: Katie Schweikhardt, katie.schweikhardt@uwcollier.org.
17 Christmas Open House on-site to benefit St. John’s Shoppe, “The Outreach Ministry of St. John’s Episcopal Church.” 9 a.m. Tickets: free. Dress code: casual. Contact: (239) 597-9518, stjohnsthriftshoppe@gmail.com. stjohnsshoppe.com
17 Naples Walk to End Alzheimer’s at North Collier Regional Park to benefit the Alzheimer’s Association. 9 a.m. Tickets: free, donation requested. Dress code: casual, walking. Chair: Ann Lefcakis. Contact: (239) 405-7008. act.alz.org
17 Rise and Shine Gala at La Playa Beach & Golf Resort to benefit the Sunshine Kids Foundation. 6:30 p.m. Tickets: $140. Dress code: cocktail. Chairs: Joanne Callahan, Dena Wilcoxson. Contact: Brenda Fioretti, (239) 595-6219, brendafioretti@bhhsfloridarealty.com. supportsunshinekids.com
17 Sixth Annual Soup & Bread Festival at Peace Early Learning Center to benefit the ExEL Foundation (Excellence in Early Learning). 5 p.m. Tickets: $15. Dress code: casual. Chair: David Standen. Contact: David Standen, (248) 613-8125, dbstanden@gmail.com. exelfoundation.org/soup
17-18 Garden Market on-site to benefit the Edison & Ford Winter Estates. 9 a.m. Tickets: free. Dress code: casual. Chair: Lisa Wilson. Contact: Lisa Wilson, (239) 334-7419, lwilson@edisonfordwinterestates.org. edisonfordwinterestates.org/events/annual-events/edison-garden-market
18 16th Annual Sing-Along Messiah at Naples First United Church of Christ to benefit Voices of Naples. 3 p.m. Tickets: $15. Dress code: casual. Contact: Shari Juntunen, (239) 434-82077. voicesofnaples.org/concert_schedule
18 Tour for Epilepsy at Coastline Cyclery Fort Myers to benefit Epilepsy Services of Southwest Florida. 7:30 a.m. Tickets: $35. Dress code: bike. Chair: Tina Sujana. Contact: (239) 288-4819. active.com
19, 26 Naples Orchestra and Chorus Auditions to benefit Naples Orchestra and Chorus. 6:30 p.m. Tickets: free. Dress code: casual concert. Chair: Anne Wilson. Contact: Anne Wilson, info@naplesorchestraandchorus.org. naplesorchestraandchorus.org
23-12/30 Holiday Nights on-site to benefit the Edison & Ford Winter Estates. 5:30 p.m. Tickets: $20. Dress code: casual. Chair: Lisa Wilson. Contact: Lisa Wilson, (239) 334-7419, lwilson@edisonfordwinterestates.org. edisonfordwinterestates.org/events/annual-events/holiday-nights
24 2018 Starlight Auction at the Sanibel Harbour Marriott Resort & Spa to benefit the Animal Refuge Center. 6 p.m. Tickets: $100. Dress code: cocktail. Chair: Betty Hughes. Contact: Betty Hughes, (239) 841-0810, bettyhughes@comcast.net. animalrefugecenter.com
25 Iron Joe Turkey Ride at Fit & Fuel Bicycle Café to benefit the Naples Pathways Coalition. 7 a.m. Tickets: $40-60. Dress code: athletic wear. Chair: Craig Manchen. Contact: Michelle Avola, (239) 777-7718, michelle@naplespathways.org. naplespathways.org
27 Giving Tuesday virtual at facebook.com/leehealthfoundation to benefit Golisano Children’s Hospital. All day. Contact: Tiffany Whitaker, (239) 214-0639, tiffany.whitaker@leehealth.org. leehealthfoundation.org/givingtuesday
28-12/2 Festival of Trees at the Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center to benefit Goodwill Industries of Southwest Florida. 11 a.m. Tickets: $2. Dress code: casual. Chair: Carolyn Johnson. Contact: Carolyn Johnson, (239) 822-0916, carolynjohnson@goodwillswfl.org. goodwilltrees.com
28-12/16 Comedy, Superheroes & Thyme, Four One-Acts—by Bruce Kane at Marco Town Center Mall to benefit The Marco Players. 8 p.m. Tickets: $31-33. Dress code: casual. Chair: Beverly Dahlstrom. Contact: Beverly Dahlstrom, (239) 642-7270, info@themarcoplayers.com. themarcoplayers.com
29 Sixth Annual Luncheon & Fashion Show “Life’s Better Under The Royal Palms” at The Ritz-Carlton, Naples to benefit Royal Palm Academy. 11 a.m. Tickets: $150. Dress code: business luncheon Chairs: Autumn Speichert, Trisha Schwartz, Eva Perry. Contact: Lynn Girouard, (239) 594-9888, lgirouard@royalpalmacademy.com. royalpalmacademy.com
30 Charity Clay Shoot at Bermont Shooting Club, Punta Gorda, to benefit Lee BIA Builders Care. 9 a.m. Tickets: $125 per shooter, $600 per team. Dress code: shooting attire required. Chairs: Christi Pritchett, Mandi Wray. Contact: Christi Pritchett, (239) 938-0056, christi@bia.net. leebuilderscare.org
30 Night at the Nest at Alico Arena to benefit the Florida Gulf Coast University Foundation. 6 p.m. Tickets: $200 per person, $2,000 per table. Dress code: resort-casual. Chair: Dr. Bob Ryan. Contact: Matt Ring, (239) 590-710, mring@fgcu.edu. fgcuathletics.com/nan
Also in November:
Party for a Purpose at Cavo Lounge to benefit PACE Center for Girls, Collier at Immokalee. 6 p.m. Tickets: $20 suggested donation. Dress code: business-casual. Chairs: Mollie Martin, Patrick Dearborn. Contact: Mollie Martin, mollie.martin@pacecenter.org. pacecenter.org/locations/collier-at-immokalee
Teas and Tours at the Historic Casner House to benefit the Bonita Springs Historical Society. $20-25. Contact: (239) 992-6997. bonitaspringshistoricalsociety.org. Continues through April 2019.
Turkey Classic Pickleball Tournament to benefit Bonita Springs YMCA. Dress code: fitness gear. Contact: Joey Belanger, (239) 292-5572, joeyb@bonitaspringsymca.org.
December ’18
1 Emergency Relief Food Packing Event to benefit Hope for Haiti. 8:45 a.m. Tickets: $20. Dress code: casual, holiday pajamas. Contact: Stephanie Jepsen, (239) 434-7183, ext. 203, stephanie@hopeforhaiti.com.
1 Food, Wine & Beer Festival at Bayfront to benefit The Rotary Club of Naples. 5 p.m. Tickets: $100. Dress code: casual. Chair: Mia Delk. Contact: Mia Delk, (239) 272-5186. napleswine.org
1 Holiday Sale at the United Church of Marco Dissiler Hall to benefit the Marco Island Shell Club. 9 a.m. Tickets: free. Dress code: casual. Chair: Becky Miller. marcoshellclub.com
1 LIFEwalk at Jaycee Park to benefit Lifeline Family Center. 7:45 a.m. Dress code: casual. Contact: Bethany Freer, (239) 242-7238, marketing@lifelinefamily.org. lifewalklfc.org
1 Nutcracker at Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall at FSW to benefit Gulfshore Ballet. 2 and 7 p.m. Dress code: casual. Contact: gulfshoreballet@gmail.com. gsballet.org
1 Walk 4 Life & Fun Fest at Golden Gate Community Park to benefit Pregnancy Resource Center of SWFL. 8:30 a.m. Tickets: free. Dress code: casual/athleisure. Chair: Megan Chionis. Contact: Megan Chionis, (239) 217-4838, mchionis@prcnaples.org. supportprc.org/walk-for-life-2018
2 Concert in the Park at the Cambier Park Band Shell to benefit Naples Concert Band. 2 p.m. Tickets: free, donations appreciated. Dress code: casual. Contact: Howard Hawkins, (239) 263-9521, info@naplesconcertband.org. naplesconcertband.org
2 Handel’s Messiah at Bonita Center for the Performing Arts to benefit Voices of Naples. Dress code: casual. Contact: Shari Juntunen, (239) 434-8207. voicesofnaples.org/concert_schedule
2 Holiday Party at Bonita Bay Country Club to benefit the Naples Music Club. 5:30 p.m. Tickets: $65. Dress code: semi-formal. Chair: Sue Townsend. Contact: Sue Townsend, (239) 947-1691, sctowns@aol.com. naplesmusicclub.org
3 The First Tee Invitational at Calusa Pines Golf Club to benefit The First Tee of Naples/Collier. 10:30 a.m. Tickets: $7,250 per team. Dress code: golf, country club-casual. Chair: Terri Fisher. Contact: Cindy Darland (239) 825-4851, darlandnfl@aol.com.
3 Golisano Children’s Hospital Fashion Show at the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa to benefit Lee Health’s pediatric behavioral health program. 11 a.m. Tickets: $100. Dress code: business-casual. Chair: Pat Smart. Contact: Patti Chlipala, (239) 214-0639, patti.chlipala@leehealth.org. leehealthfoundation.org/golisanofashionshow
4 Home for the Holidays at Emmanuel Lutheran Church to benefit Voices of Naples. 7 p.m. Dress code: casual. Contact: Shari Juntunen, (239) 434-8207. voicesofnaples.org/concert_schedule
5 Power of the Purse at The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples to benefit the Women’s Foundation of Collier County. 11 a.m. Tickets: $275 per individual, $500 per patron, $2,750 per host table, $6,000 per patron table. Dress code: business-chic. Chair: Allyson Richards. Vice chair: Stacey Deffenbaugh. Contact: Carri Kreisman, (239) 307-4526, ckreisman@cfcollier.org. wfcollier.org
6 Dinner with Artists at Venue Naples to benefit The Naples Art Association. 5:30 p.m. Tickets: $130. Dress code: business-casual. Contact: Aimee Schlehr, (239) 262-6517, aimee.schlehr@naplesart.org. naplesart.org
6 Holiday Party at the Burroughs Home & Gardens to benefit the Lee County Bar Association. 6 p.m. Dress code: business-casual. Chair: Lisa Poulin. Contact: Lisa Poulin, (239) 334-0047, lpoulin@leebar.org. leebar.org
6-8 Holiday Pops: Christmas in Paradise at First Presbyterian Church, Bonita Springs; The Village Church at Shell Point; and Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall at FSW to benefit Southwest Florida Symphony. 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $25 and up. Contact: Box office, (239) 418-1500, tickets@swflso.org. swflso.org
7 45th Annual Christmas Walk & Tree Lighting on Fifth Avenue South to benefit the 5th Avenue South Business Improvement District. 5 p.m. Contact: Bruce Barone Jr., (239) 692-8436, bruce@fifthavenuesouth.com. fifthavenuesouth.com
7 Christmas on Fifth—White Christmas & Tree Lighting at Sugden Community Theater to benefit The Naples Players. 6:30 p.m. Tickets: $45. Dress code: business-casual. Chair: Alyssa Haney. Contact: James Duggan, (239) 263-7990, jduggan@naplesplayers.org. naplesplayers.org
7 Christmas Gala at Historic Palm Cottage to benefit Naples Historical Society. 6:30 p.m. Tickets: $350, $550, $5,000 and $7,000. Dress code: black-tie. Honorary chair: George H. Gaynor. Contact: Geraldine Pessolano, (239) 261-8164, gpessolano@napleshistoricalsociety.org. napleshistoricalsociety.org/christmas-gala.html
7 Hope Shines Luncheon at Grey Oaks Country Club to benefit the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) of Collier County. 11:30 a.m. Tickets: $275. Dress code: business-casual. Conact: Whitney Strohmayr, (239) 216-8218, whitney@namicollier.org. namicollier.org/events
8 2018 Annual Diamond Ball at Grey Oaks Country Club to benefit Pathways Early Education Center of Immokalee. 6 p.m. Dress code: semi-formal. Contact: Chelsea Ziton, (239) 261-1774, chelsea@pathwaysearlyeducation.org.
8 The Calusa Blueway Kayak Fishing Tournament at Gulf Coast Kayak to benefit Candlelighters of Southwest Florida. 7 a.m. Tickets: $65. Dress code: casual. Chair: Brian Stockbridge. Contact: Diana Stockbridge, (239) 283-1125, gulfcoastkayaks@gmail.com. gulfcoastkayak.com
8 Elephant Fest 2018 at Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens to benefit the Alzheimer’s Support Network. 9 a.m. $25, corporate sponsorships available. Dress code: casual. Contact: Clarke Pollard, (239) 262-8388, clarke@support.network. support.network
8 Holiday Luncheon to benefit the AAUW Greater Naples Branch. 11:30 a.m. Contact: Laura Candris, (239) 919-8869, membership@aauwgnb.org. aauwgnb.org
8 SWFL Fall Nationals Car Show at JetBlue Park to benefit United Cerebral Palsy of Southwest Florida—Naples. 9 a.m. Tickets: $10. Dress code: casual. Chair: Roadhouse Promotions. Contact: Anthony Baldwin, (239) 300-3638. roadhousepromotions.com
9 Candle Lighting to benefit The Compassionate Friends of Southwest Florida. 5:30 p.m. Tickets: free. Dress code: casual. Chair: Janet Congero. Contact: info@tcfswfl.org. tcfswfl.org
9 FAASWFL Christmas Ball at the Sanibel Harbour Marriott Resort to benefit FAASWFL Filipino-American Association of SWFL. 6 p.m. Tickets: $45 donation. Dress code: formal, black-tie. Chair: Jeanne Isberto. Contact: Pearl Cruz, (239) 771-9911, faaswfl@gmail.com. facebook.com/ourfaaswfl
9 Gulf Coast Big Band Jazz Concert at Cambier Park to benefit Gulf Coast Big Band. 2 p.m. Tickets: free; scholarship donations gratefully accepted. Dress code: casual; bring a chair. Contact: Tim Hains, (239) 877-6090, tim.hains@gmail.com. gulfcoastbigband.com
9 Major Donor/Keepers Recognition Event at Quail West Golf & Country Club to benefit Hadassah—Collier/Lee Chapter. 10:30 a.m. Tickets: $50 couvert, $1,000 minimum donation. Dress code: business-casual. Chair: Nancy Wiadro. Contact: Nancy Wiadro, (239) 269-3666. hadassah.org
11 An Egyptian Fantasty Gala at Club Pelican Bay to benefit Opera Naples. 6 p.m. Tickets: $350 per Queen ticket, $500 per Pharaoh ticket, $3,500 per Queen’s Tables of 10, $5,000 per Pharaoh’s Tables of 10. Dress code: black-tie-optional with Egyptian flair. Co-chairs: Moira Fennessey and Bruce Ford. Honorary chair: Sherrill Milnes. operanaples.org/an-egyptian-fantasy
11 Victim Tribute Event to benefit Mothers Against Drunk Driving of Southwest Florida. 5 p.m. Tickets: free. Dress code: casual. Chair: Jessica Sanchez. Contact: Jessica Sanchez, (239) 791-7560, jessica.sanchez@madd.org. madd.org/southwestfl
11 Voices for Choice Lunch at the Naples Sailing & Yacht Club to benefit Planned Parenthood of Southwest & Central Florida. 11:30 a.m. Tickets: $85. Dress code: business-casual. Contact: Rene Givens, (239) 687-2910, rene.givens@ppswcf.org. myplannedparenthood.org/events
12 Author Talk with Dr. James Grymes, author of Violins of Hope to benefit The Holocaust Museum & The Janet & Harvey Cohen Education Center. 7 p.m. Tickets: $50. Dress code: business-casual. Chair: Lois Cohen. Contact: Tim Morrison, (239) 263-9200, tim@holocaustmuseumswfl.org. holocaustmuseumswfl.org
13 The Luncheon at The Ritz-Carlton, Naples to benefit The Holocaust Museum & The Janet & Harvey Cohen Education Center. 11:30 a.m. Tickets: $150. Dress code: business-casual. Chair: Lois Cohen, Hank Greenberg, Maureen Lerner. Contact: Tim Morrison, (239) 263-9200, tim@holocaustmuseumswfl.org. holocaustmuseumswfl.org
14 Christmas Appreciation Gala at The Plantation Golf & Country Club to benefit the I Will Mentorship Foundation. 6:30 p.m. Dress code: semi-formal. Contact: Dr. Jesse Bryson, (239) 666-8171, info@iwmf2.org. iwmf2.org/Christmas
14 “Meet the Artists” Reception for Aida at Patina Collection to benefit Opera Naples. 5 p.m. Dress code: business-casual. Contact: Amy Wilkins-Lyon, (239) 300-0092, info@patinacollection.com.
15 Breakfast with Santa at the Bonita Springs Lions Club to benefit the Florida Lions Eye Clinic. 9 a.m. Tickets: donation. Dress code: holiday. Chair: Lesbia Sosa. Contact: Tamika Seaton, (239) 293-2009, tseaton@fllec.org. fllec.org
15 Christmas Market at the Mound House to benefit Friends of the Mound House. Chair: Ellen Vaughan. Contact: Ellen Vaughan, (734) 846-6903, ellenpvaughan@gmail.com.
15 Crystal Ball at the Beacon Executive Suites to benefit Visuality. 8 p.m. Tickets: $80. Dress code: formal. Chair: Susan Christiano. Contact: Arlene Goldberg, agoldberg32@gmail.com.
15 UnitedHealthcare Girls on the Run 5K at Community School Naples to benefit Girls on the Run of Southwest Florida. 8 a.m. Tickets: $25. Dress code: running. Chair: Elya Shaffer. Contact: (239) 777-3720. gotrswfl.org
Also in December:
20th Anniversary Celebration to benefit Friends of Fakahatchee. Dress code: casual. Contact: Francine Stevens, franscenes@msn.com.
Alumni Softball Game in Memory of Jeffrey Ortiz at Seacrest Duffy Softball Field to benefit Seacrest Country Day School. Tickets: $5. Contact: Christin Minder and Maria Klinck; (239) 793-1986; cminder@seacrest.org, mklinck@seacrest.org.
Audubon Christmas Bird Count in Fort Myers to benefit Audubon of Southwest Florida. Tickets: free. Dress code: casual, outdoors. Chair: Dan Van Norman. Contact: Jayne Johnston, (239) 770-8312, audubon.southwest.florida@gmail.com. audubon.org/conservation/join-christmas-bird-count
Holidays Without Hunger! throughout Southwest Florida to benefit Meals of Hope. Tickets: free. Dress code: casual/festive. Chair: Brandon Dowdy. Contact: Brandon Dowdy, brandon@mealsofhope.org. holidayswithouthunger.org
Jingle Bell 5K to benefit Bonita Springs YMCA. Dress code: fitness gear. Contact: Joey Belanger, (239) 292-5572, joeyb@bonitaspringsymca.org.
January ’19
2 Farmers Market Event at the Marco Island Farmers Market to benefit For the Love of Cats. 7:30 a.m. Tickets: free. Dress code: casual. Chair: Elaine Ritchie. Contact: Jan Rich, (239) 642-8674, jan@fortheloveofcatsfl.com. fortheloveofcatsfl.com. Continues Jan. 9, 16, 23 and 30.
2-20 Come Blow Your Horn—by Neil Simon at Marco Town Center Mall to benefit The Marco Players. 8 p.m. Tickets: $31-33. Dress code: casual. Chair: Beverly Dahlstrom. Contact: Beverly Dahlstrom, (239) 642-7270, info@themarcoplayers.com. themarcoplayers.com
6 Season Announcement Party at Sugden Community Theater to benefit The Naples Players. 7 p.m. Tickets: free. Dress code: casual. Chair: Jackie Morelisse. Contact: Derek Perry, (239) 434-7340, dperry@naplesplayers.org. naplesplayers.org
10 Open House/Art Bazaar on-site to benefit the Fort Myers Beach Art Association and Gallery. 9 a.m. Tickets: free. Dress code: casual. Chair: Helma Gansen. Contact: Julie Nusbaum, (239) 463-3909, j.nusbaum72@gmail.com. fortmyersbeachart.com
11 Helping Kids with Cancer Radiothon at Mel’s Diner, Fort Myers, to benefit Barbara’s Friends—Golisano Children’s Hospital Cancer Fund. 6 a.m. Tickets: free. Chairs: Mel’s Diner, iHeart Media. Contact: Sue Robbins, (239) 214-0639, susan.robbins@leehealth.org. leehealthfoundation.org/radiothon
11 Second Annual Monsignor Laurence Higgins Respect for Life Celebration on-site to benefit Ave Maria School of Law. Noon. Tickets: free. Dress code: casual. Chairs: Amber Richards, Donna Heiser. Contact: Amber Richards, (239) 687-5341, arichards@avemarialaw.edu. avemarialaw.edu
11 Wine Tasting on-site to benefit the Edison & Ford Winter Estates. Dress code: casual. Chair: Cory Cramsey. Contact: Cory Cramsey, (239) 334-7419, ccramsey@edisonfordwinterestates.org. edisonfordwinterestates.org/events/upcoming-events
12 An Evening for Better Tomorrows—Forever Motown 60 Years of Music Magic at Royal Poinciana Golf Club to benefit the Naples Senior Center at JFCS. 6 p.m. Tickets: $375. Dress code: cocktail. Contact: Laura Bidireanu, (239) 325-4444, lbidireanu@naplesseniorcenter.org. naplesseniorcenter.org/an-evening-for-better-tomorrows-2019
12 Wishmaker’s Ball Naples at The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples to benefit Make-A-Wish Southern Florida. 5:30 p.m. Tickets: $350. Dress code: black-tie optional. Chairs: Lianne Caruso, Christie Ownbey. Contact: Tammy Lynn, (239) 992-9474, tlynn@sflawish.org. wishmakersballnaples.net
12 Yachts of Hope at Gulf Harbour Yacht & Country Club to benefit Hope Hospice. 5 p.m. Tickets: $500. Dress code: nautical-chic. Chairs: Sandy Stilwell Youngquist, Sonya Sawyer, Lizbeth Benacquisto. Contact: Heather Chester, (239) 489-9164, heather.chester@hopehcs.org. hopehcs.org/yachts
12-13 Bonita Springs National Art Festivals at Old 41 Road and Reynolds, Historic Bonita, to benefit the Centers for the Arts Bonita Springs. 10 a.m. Tickets: free, donation optional. Dress code: casual. Chair: Susan Bridges. Contact: Susan Bridges, (239) 495-8989, bridges@artsbonita.org. artcenterbonita.org/artfest. Continues Feb. 9-10 and March 2-3.
13 Friends of Artis—Naples Gala, Fashioning Influence on-site to benefit Artis—Naples. 6 p.m. Tickets: $1,000. Dress code: black-tie/semi-formal. Chairs: Patty Baker, Nancy W. Woltz. Contact: Sheilah Maturo, (239) 254-2719, smaturo@artisnaples.org. artisnaples.org/support/join/friends/gala
13 Gulf Coast Big Band Jazz Concert at Cambier Park to benefit Gulf Coast Big Band. 2 p.m. Tickets: free; scholarship donations gratefully accepted. Dress code: casual; bring a chair. Contact: Tim Hains, (239) 877-6090, tim.hains@gmail.com. gulfcoastbigband.com
14 CAPA Gala at Windstar on Naples Bay to benefit CAPA Cultural and Performing Arts Center. 6 p.m. Tickets: $295. Dress code: semi-formal. Chairs: Charlane King, Steve Kutler. Contact: Nikki Clark, (239) 775-2800, info@capacenter.org. capacenter.org
14-17 Sally Cooper “Creative Abstract” Mixed Media on-site to benefit the Fort Myers Beach Art Association and Gallery. 9 a.m. Tickets: $375 per member, $420 per non-member; $10 for demo per non-class member. Dress code: painting clothes. Chair: Michele Buelow. Contact: Pam Flaherty, fmbaaworkshops@gmail.com. fortmyersbeachart.com/workshops.php. Demo Jan. 13 at 4 p.m.
15 Parrot Head Sock Hop and Dinner at Heritage Bay Golf & Country Club to benefit the ExEL Foundation (Excellence in Early Learning). 5 p.m. Tickets: $50. Dress code: country club-casual. Chair: Meg McLean. Contact: (847) 404-2620, icarapeg@aol.com. exelfoundation.org/parrothead
16 Open House on-site to benefit the Gargiulo Education Center. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., 5-7 p.m. Tickets: free. Dress code: casual. Chair: Mary Asta. Contact: Mary Asta, (239) 596-1975, mary@gargiuloed.org. gargiuloed.org
16 Seventh Annual Kitchen Tour on-site and at luxury homes in Naples to benefit the Naples Woman’s Club. 8:30 a.m. Tickets: $160 and $225. Dress code: casual. Chair: Lee Kraus, fleekraus@comcast.net. kitchentour2019.eventbrite.com
17 2019 Signature Event at The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples to benefit the Guadalupe Center. guadalupecenter.org
17 Gentle’men Against Domestic Violence Men’s Event at Grey Oaks Country Club to benefit The Shelter for Abused Women & Children. 4:30 p.m. Tickets: $350. Dress code: business-casual. Chair: Colin Estrem. Contact: Rebecca Thompson, (239) 775-3862, rthompson@naplesshelter.org. naplesshelter.org/tailgate
18 LVCC Fashion Show and Luncheon at Windstar on Naples Bay to benefit Literacy Volunteers of Collier County. 11 a.m. Tickets: $75. Dress code: casual. Chair: Jackie Mears. Contact: Chris Nind, (239) 262-4448, cnind@collierliteracy.org. collierliteracy.org
18-19 Fine Art Festival at The Community House to benefit the Sanibel Community Association. 9 a.m. Tickets: $5 suggested donation. Dress code: casual. Chairs: Richard Sullivan, Teresa Riska-Hall. Contact: boulderbrookproductions@gmail.com. boulderbrook.net
18-19 Sing Out! Choral Festival—Latin America, Featuring Coro Rapsodia Chorus at New Hope Presbyterian Church to benefit Symphonic Chorale of Southwest Florida. 6 p.m. Friday, 7 p.m. finale concert Saturday. Tickets: $50 registration to sing; Saturday concert free. Chair: Linda Tripp. Contact: Linda Tripp, (239) 560-5695, symphonicchorale@yahoo.com. symphonicchorale.org
19 10th Annual Fun Run/Walking Challenge at North Collier Regional Park to benefit Baby Basics of Collier County. 8 a.m. Tickets: $25 for one walker and a child, $10 for additional children. Dress code: casual. Chair: Dick Lynch. Contact: Jean Ann Lynch, (617) 510-4468, dandja@hotmail.com. babybasicscollier.org
19 21st Annual Wildlife & Wildlands Art Show at Delnor-Wiggins Park, Area 3, to benefit Friends of Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park. 9 a.m. Tickets: free with park admission. Dress code: casual. Chairs: Valerie Thompson, Kathy Foster. Contact: Lori Heath Thorn, (239) 593-2658, wigginsartshow@gmail.com. delnorwiggins.org
19 Denim and Diamonds to benefit Track to Trail. 6 p.m. Tickets: $250. Dress code: dark denim and diamonds; no casual denim. Chair: Suzanne Costa-Kustka. Contact: Suzanne Costa, (917) 517-6923, suzanne@suzannecosta.com.
19 Members’ Recital—Fiesta of Music at Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Greater Naples to benefit the Naples Music Club. 3 p.m. Tickets: free. Dress code: business-casual. Chair: Sonya Light. Contact: Sonya Light, (239) 206-2954, slight@his.com. naplesmusicclub.org
19 Pops Concert Series at Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall at FSW to benefit Southwest Florida Symphony. 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $29 and up. Contact: Box office, (239) 418-1500, tickets@swflso.org. swflso.org. Continues Feb. 16 and March 16.
19 Soiree of the Season at The Ritz-Carlton, Naples to benefit Youth Haven. 6 p.m. Tickets: $500. Dress code: cocktail. Chair: Jessica Santella. Contact: Meredith Curley, (239) 687-5155, meredith.curley@youthhavenswfl.org. youthhavenswfl.org
19 WINK Feeds Families Hunger Walk at Miromar Outlets to benefit Harry Chapin Food Bank of Southwest Florida. 8:30 a.m. registration, 9:30 a.m. walk. Dress code: casual. Chair: Kayla Richmond. Contact: John Kuhn, (239) 334-7007, ext. 152, jkuhn@harrychapinfoodbank.org. winkhungerwalk.com
20 Concert in the Park at the Cambier Park Band Shell to benefit Naples Concert Band. 2 p.m. Tickets: Free, donations appreciated. Dress code: casual. Contact: Howard Hawkins, (239) 263-9521, info@naplesconcertband.org. naplesconcertband.org
20 Hoof & Hike Poker Run at Picayune Strand State Forest, The Belle Meade Tract, to benefit Naples Therapeutic Riding Center. 10 a.m. Tickets: $50. Dress code: casual. Chair: Lea Haven. Contact: Lea Haven, (239) 596-2988, info@ntrc.org. naplestherapeuticridingcenter.org/hoofhike
23 Annual Educational Symposium at the Hilton Naples to benefit The Parkinson Association of Southwest Florida. 9 a.m. Tickets: $25. Dress code: casual. Chairs: Deanna Levesque and Kathy Hinton. Contact: Tricia Leite, pr@pasfi.org. pasfi.org/education2019
25 1927 Gala—A Night to Remember at The Community House to benefit the Sanibel Community Association. 6 p.m. Tickets: $150. Dress code: islander. Chair: Tommy Williams. Contact: Teresa Riska-Hall, teresa@sanibelcommunityhouse.net. sanibelcommunityhouse.net
25 AllStars of TheatreZone at Germain Honda of Naples (reception) and TheatreZone (show) to benefit Theatre-Zone. 5:30 p.m. Tickets: $200-350. Dress code: cocktail. Honorary chairs: Billie and Ralph Hazelbaker. Chairs: Joni Brickley, Sarann Kraushaar. Contact: Ellen Elleman, (888) 966-3352, ext. 702, ellen@theatrezone-florida.com. theatrezone-florida.com
25 The Choice Affair Lee County Luncheon at the Crowne Plaza at Bell Tower Shops to benefit Planned Parenthood of Southwest & Central Florida. 11:30 a.m. Tickets: $85. Dress code: business-casual. Contact: Rene Givens, (239) 687-2910, rene.givens@ppswcf.org. myplannedparenthood.org/events
25 MarineMax Yacht Gala at MarineMax to benefit Golisano Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida. 5:30 p.m. Tickets: $250. Dress code: black-tie. Chair: Ryan West. Contact: Patti Chlipala, (239) 214-0639, patti.chlipala@leehealth.org. leehealthfoundation.org/marinemax
25 OFF THE WALLS! at Center Performing Arts Bonita Springs to benefit the Centers for the Arts Bonita Springs. 6:30 p.m. Tickets: $150. Dress code: business-casual. Chair: Susan Bridges. Contact: Susan Bridges, (239) 495-8989, bridges@artsbonita.org. artcenterbonita.org/events/otw
25-27 Naples Winter Wine Festival at The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples to benefit the Naples Children & Education Foundation. 11 a.m. Live Auction on Jan. 26. Tickets: $12,500 per couple and up. Dress code: varies by event. Chairs: Jeannelle and Brian Brady, Linda and Tom Koehn. Contact: Barrett Farmer, (239) 325-2970, barrett@napleswinefestival.com. napleswinefestival.com
26 12th Annual Run for the Paws 5K at Civil Air Patrol to benefit Humane Society Naples. 8 a.m. Tickets: $25. Dress code: athletic. Contact: Meredith McLean, (239) 438-4616, events@hsnaples.org. hsnaples.org/events
26 All Area Catholic Schools 5K Fun Run on-site to benefit Bishop Verot Catholic High School. 8 a.m. Tickets: $35. Dress code: athletic. Contact: Gina Lombardo, (239) 274-6730. bvhs.org
26 Beyond Fair Trade Sale at Chalk Art on Fifth Avenue South to benefit Miracles in Action. Tickets: free. Dress code: casual. Contact: Ariana Dunbar, (239) 348-0815, info@miraclesinaction.org. miraclesinaction.org
26 Bluegrass Jamboree at Cultural Park to benefit the Cape Coral Historical Museum. Noon. Tickets: $15-20 per general admission, $40-50 per VIP. Contact: Breanne Hastings, (239) 772-7037, capecoralmuseum@gmail.com. capecoralhistoricalmuseum.org/bluegrass-jamboree
26 Empty Bowls Naples at Cambier Park to benefit Empty Bowls Naples. 11 a.m. Contact: Betsy Dawson, (239) 591-8848, friendsofebn@gmail.com. emptybowlsnaples.com
26 Family Fun Day at the Fran Cohen Youth Center to benefit the Latchkey League. Noon. Tickets: $5 per adult, free for children. Dress code: casual. Chair: Judy Tedder. Contact: Judy Tedder, (239) 254-0843, judytedder@aol.com. latchkeyleague.org
26 Twisted Strings Music Festival at Top Rocker Field to benefit WGCU Public Media. 5 p.m. Tickets: $35 per general admission, $150 per VIP. Dress code: outdoor-comfortable. Contact: Pamela James, (239) 590-2365, pjames@wgcu.org. twistedstrings.org
27 New Museum Location Opening Ceremony on-site (975 Imperial Golf Course Blvd., Suite 108, Naples, FL 34110) to benefit The Holocaust Museum & The Janet and Harvey Cohen Education Center. 12:30 p.m. Dress code: business-casual. Contact: Tim Morrison, (239) 263-9200, tim@holocaustmuseumswfl.org. holocaustmuseumswfl.org
28 JHSSWF Celebrates Jewish History with Judith & Samuel Friedland at Silverspot Cinema to benefit the Jewish Historical Society of Southwest Florida. 3 p.m. Tickets: $85. Dress code: business-casual. Chairs: Ted Epstein, Marina Berkovich. Contact: Marina Berkovich, (239) 566-1771, jhsswf@gmail.com. jhsswf.org
29 Friends for Friendship at the Naples Sailing & Yacht Club to benefit Senior Friendship Health Center. 6 p.m. Tickets: $300. Dress code: casual cocktail. Chair: Cherry Smith. Contact: M J Scarpelli, (239) 658-3105, mjscarpelli@srfhc.org.
31 Rhythm on the River—Sultan Strings on-site to benefit the Edison & Ford Winter Estates. 6 p.m. Dress code: casual. Chair: Lisa Wilson. Contact: Lisa Wilson, (239) 334-7419, lwilson@edisonfordwinterestates.org. edisonfordwinterestates.org/events/annual-events/upcoming-events
31 Third Annual Student Scholarship Fundraiser on-site to benefit the Fort Myers Beach Art Association and Gallery. 5 p.m. Dress code: casual. Chair: Pam Flaherty. Contact: Pam Flaherty, (239) 463-3909, fmbaapublicity@gmail.com. fortmyersbeachart.com
Also in January:
Don Pasquale to benefit Gulfshore Opera. 7 p.m. Dress code: business-casual. Contact: Michelle Westley, michelle@gulfshoreopera.org. gulfshoreopera.org. Continues in February.
Key Marco Artifact Exhibit Opening at the Marco Island Historical Museum to benefit the Marco Island Historical Society. 10 a.m. Dress code: casual. Contact: administration@themihs.org.
Nick Linn Lecture Series at The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples to benefit Friends of the Library of Collier County. Noon. Tickets: $420-550 for the series. Dress code: casual. Chair: Nick Linn. Contact: Marlene Kern or Cynde Decker, (239) 262-8135. collier-friends.org. Continues through March 2019.
Night of Champions at the Naples Grande Beach Resort to benefit Champions For Learning. 6 p.m. Tickets: $300. Dress code: business-formal. Contact: Jason Kurek, (239) 643-4755, jkurek@championsforlearning.org. championsforlearning.org/night-of-champions. May be held in February; inquire for details.
Nonfiction Lecture Series at Moorings Country Club to benefit Friends of the Library of Collier County. 9 a.m. Chair: Louise Franck. Contact: Marlene Kern or Cynde Decker, (239) 262-8135. collier-friends.org
Speaker Series to benefit the Bonita Springs Historical Society. Contact: (239) 992-6997. bonitaspringshistoricalsociety.org. Continues through March 2019.
February ’19
1 Celtic Ball at Club Pelican Bay to benefit St. John Neumann Catholic High School 6 p.m. Tickets: $250. Dress code: cocktail. Honorary Chairs: Jim and Sue Kelleher. Event Chair: Ruhtann Laswick. Contact: Lena Costain, 455-3044, lcostain@sjnceltics.org. sjnceltics.org/fundraisers
1 Imagination Ball at the JW Marriott Marco Island presented by sponsor Phoenix Roofing and Construction Inc. to benefit the American Cancer Society, Marco Island. 6 p.m. Tickets: $250. Dress code: black-tie-optional. Chair: Debra Shanahan. Contact: Sue Olszak, (239) 642-6217, sue.olszak@cancer.org. acsimaginationball.com
2 Antique Car Show on-site to benefit the Edison & Ford Winter Estates. 10 a.m. Tickets: $25. Dress code: casual. Chair: Leeanne Criswell. Contact: Leeanne Criswell, (239) 334-7419, lcriswell@edisonfordwinterestates.org. edisonfordwinterestates.org/events/annual-events/upcoming-events
2 Gourmet Vintner Dinner at The Ritz-Carlton, Naples to benefit Neighborhood Health Clinic. 6 p.m. Tickets: $375. Dress code: casually elegant. Chair: Susan Jones. Contact: Marcie Burland, (239) 316-7416, mburland@neighborhoodhealthclinic.org. neighborhoodhealthclinic.org/gourmetvintnerdinner
2 Great Naples Duck Race—Water Safety Festival at Sun-N-Fun Lagoon to benefit the NCH Safe & Healthy Children’s Coalition. 2 p.m. Dress code: casual. Chairs: Vicki Tracy, Paula DiGrigoli. Contact: Paula DiGrigoli, (239) 537-3436. safehealthychildren.org
2 House & Garden Tour at Naples Botanical Garden to benefit the Naples Garden Club. Tickets: $150 per person, $275 per patron. Chair: Abbie Sladick. Contact: Abbie Sladick, abbie@abbiejoan.com, tours@naplesgardenclub.org. naplesgardenclub.org
2 Program Meeting at Unitarian Universalist Church to benefit the AAUW Greater Naples Branch. 9:30 a.m. Contact: Laura Candris, (239) 919-8869, membership@aauwgnb.org. aauwgnb.org
2 Ride-a-Thon at Babcock Ranch to benefit Special Equestrians. 7:30 a.m. Tickets: $50. Dress code: casual. Chairs: Sherry Gilbert, Jan Fifer. Contact: Sherry Gilbert, (239) 822-7680, gilbertboomer1@gmail.com. specialequestrians.net
2-3 ArtFest Fort Myers on Edwards Drive in downtown Fort Myers to benefit ArtFest Fort Myers. 10 a.m. Tickets: free general admission, VIP experience available. Contact: Sharon McAllister, (239) 768-3602, info@artfestfortmyers.com. artfestfortmyers.com
2-3 Beethoven Violin Concerto at Temple Shalom to benefit Naples Orchestra and Chorus. 7 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. Tickets: $25. Dress code: casual concert. Chair: Anne Wilson. Contact: Anne Wilson, info@naplesorchestraandchorus.org. naplesorchestraandchorus.org
3 TD Bank Bike Brunch & Family Festival at Cambier Park to benefit the Naples Pathways Coalition. 6:30 a.m. Tickets: $40-60. Dress code: athletic wear. Chair: Craig Manchen. Contact: Michelle Avola, (239) 777-7718, michelle@naplespathways.org. naplespathways.org
6 Annual Queen’s Birthday Celebration at Kensington Country Club to benefit the English-Speaking Union, Naples Branch. 11 a.m. Tickets: $50. Dress code: business-casual. Chair: Pamela Voss. Contact: Pamela Voss, (239) 777-6883, pgrabczynski@aol.com. esuus.org/naples
6 Farmers Market Event at the Marco Island Farmers Market to benefit For the Love of Cats. 7:30 a.m. Tickets: free. Dress code: casual. Chair: Elaine Ritchie. Contact: Jan Rich, (239) 642-8674, jan@fortheloveofcatsfl.com. fortheloveofcatsfl.com. Continues Feb. 13, 20 and 27.
6 A Salute to the Beatles at Naples Grande Beach Resort to benefit Saint Ann School Foundation. 6 p.m. Tickets: $500. Dress code: black-tie preferred. Chairs: Tina Ferrao, Mitzi Magin, Mary Wasmer. Contact: Pamela Macia, pamelamacia@gmail.com. stann.net
6-24 Spreading It Around at Marco Town Center Mall to benefit The Marco Players. 8 p.m. Tickets: $31-33. Dress code: casual. Chair: Beverly Dahlstrom. Contact: Beverly Dahlstrom, (239) 642-7270, info@themarcoplayers.com. themarcoplayers.com
7 An Evening of Vision Gala at The Ritz-Carlton, Naples to benefit Bascom Palmer Eye Institute. 6 p.m. Tickets: $350. Dress code: semi-formal cocktail. Contact: Amy Lane, (239) 659-3986, alane@miami.edu. bascompalmer.org
7 Breakfast with Life Heroes at Royal Poinciana Golf Club to benefit Pregnancy Resource Center of SWFL. 9:30 a.m. Tickets: free. Dress code: business-casual. Contact: Megan Chionis, (239) 217-4838, mchionis@prcnaples.org. supportprc.org/breakfast-with-life-heroes-2019
7 Feathers & Friends Gala at Club Pelican Bay to benefit Audubon of the Western Everglades. 6 p.m. Tickets: $170. Dress code: business-casual. Chairs: Lori Beall, Celine Godof. Contact: Lori Beall, (239) 643-7822, audubonwe@live.com.
7 Join Fun Time Under the Big Top at The Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club to benefit Fun Time Early Childhood Academy. 6 p.m. Tickets: $300. Dress code: casual or best circus attire. Chair: Jackie Fritsch. Contact: Jackie Fritsch, (239) 450-6527, jackiefritsch@icloud.com. funtimeacademy.org
7 Kind Mariners Ball at the Naples Sailing & Yacht Club to benefit the Freedom Waters Foundation. 5 p.m. Tickets: $300. Dress code: jacket, tie optional. Chairs: Meg and Mike Bruno. Contact: Debra Frenkel, (239) 263-2377. kindmarinersball.com
8 The Celebrity Martini Glass Auction at Artis—Naples to benefit the CMGA Veteran’s Support Fund. 4:30 p.m. Tickets: invitation only. Dress code: cocktail-chic. Chair: Brenda Melton. Contact: PJ Fuerstman, (239) 566-3335, pj@pzazz.net. naplescmga.com
8 Sapphire Soiree Gala at The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples to benefit The Naples Players. 6 p.m. Tickets: $350 per person, $3,500 per table. Sponsorship opportunities available. Presenting sponsor: Lake Michigan Credit Union. Chairs: Robin Bache Gray, Alyssa Haney. Contact: Derek Perry, (239) 434-7340, dperry@naplesplayers.org. naplesplayers.org
8-9 Faraone Mennella Trunk Show at Patina Collection. Dress code: business-casual. Contact: Amy Wilkins-Lyon, (239) 300-0092, info@patinacollection.com.
8-10 Everglades Seafood Festival in McLeod Park, Everglades City, to benefit the Betterment Association of the Everglades Area. 10 a.m. Tickets: free. Dress code: casual. Chair: Carol Foss. Contact: Carol Foss, (239) 695-2277. evergladesseafoodfestival.org
9 15th AsiaFest 2019 “Year of the BOAR” Celebration at Alliance for the Arts to benefit APASWFL Asian Professionals Association of SWFL. 10 a.m. Tickets: $5 donation. Dress code: outdoor-casual, Asian-themed. Chairs: Colin Feng, Pearl Cruz. Contact: Pearl Cruz, (239) 771-9911, napapearlcruz@gmail.com. apaswfl.org
9 25th Anniversary Gala at Island Country Club to benefit the Marco Island Historical Society. 6 p.m. Tickets: $250. Dress code: black-tie optional. Chairs: Jim and Allyson Richards. Contact: Patricia Rutledge, exec@themihs.org.
9 Beach Ball at Venue Naples to benefit the Children’s Advocacy Center of Collier County. 6:30 p.m. Dress code: beach-chic. Contact: Bryan Lee, blee@caccollier.org. caccollier.org
9 The Choice Affair Dinner at The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples to benefit Planned Parenthood of Southwest & Central Florida. 6:30 p.m. Tickets: $350. Dress code: cocktail. Chair: Sarah Deschamps. Contact: Rene Givens, (239) 687-2910, rene.givens@ppswcf.org. myplannedparenthood.org/events
9 Colors of Hope at the Naples Sailing & Yacht Club to benefit Tumaini Fund USA. 5 p.m. Dress code: resort-casual. Chair: Mick Moore. Contact: Mick Moore, (239) 254-9260. tumainifundusa.org
9 NAMI Annual Gala “Unveil the Mask of Mental Illness” at Pelican Preserve Country Club to benefit NAMI Lee, Charlotte and Hendry Counties. 5:30 p.m. Dress code: black-tie. Chair: Vacharee Howard. Contact: Vacharee Howard, (239) 745-5823, vhoward@namilee.org. namilee.org/the-awareness-event
9 Night at the Museum: Party Like a Rock Star on-site to benefit the Golisano Children’s Museum of Naples (C’mon). 5:30 p.m. Tickets: $350. Dress code: rock star dress encouraged. Chairs: Scott and Simone Lutgert, Bob and Joan Clifford. Contact: Teresa Stohs, tstohs@cmon.org. cmon.org/night-at-the-museum
9 Symphonic Chorale Soiree at Lexington Country Club to benefit Symphonic Chorale of Southwest Florida. 6 p.m. Contact: (239) 560-5695, contact@symphonicchorale.org. symphonicchorale.org
9 Venetian Charity Ball at the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa to benefit Catholic Charities, Diocese of Venice. 6 p.m. Tickets: $250. Dress code: black-tie-optional. Chair: Charles Anderson. Contact: Nicole Wyly, (239) 337-4193, venetianball@ccslee.org. catholiccharitiesdov.org
9 Zoobilee on-site to benefit Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens. 6 p.m. Chairs: David Ruben, Nikkie Dvorchak. Contact: (239) 262-5409, ext. 145, holly@napleszoo.org. napleszoo.org/zoobilee
10 Concert in the Park at the Cambier Park Band Shell to benefit Naples Concert Band. 2 p.m. Tickets: Free, donations appreciated. Dress code: casual. Contact: Howard Hawkins, (239) 263-9521, info@naplesconcertband.org. naplesconcertband.org
10 Mitzvah Day on-site to benefit Temple Shalom. 9 a.m. Contact: Jeanette Fischer, (239) 455-3030, jfischer@naplestemple.org.
10 Red Dress Party at The Laboratory Theater of Florida to benefit The McGregor Clinic. 5:30 p.m. Tickets: $100. Dress code: cocktail-fancy. Chair: Alexandra Kelner. Contact: Alexandra Kelner, akelner@mcgregorclinic.org.
11-14 Sharon G Tarr “Oil Painting: Fundamentals Made Clear and Easy” on-site to benefit the Fort Myers Beach Art Association and Gallery. 9 a.m. Tickets: $350 per member, $390 per non-member; $10 for demo per non-class member. Dress code: painting clothes. Chair: Michele Buelow. Contact: Michele Buelow, fmbaaworkshops@gmail.com. fortmyersbeachart.com/workshops.php. Demo Feb. 10 at 4 p.m.
12 The Chubb Classic Pro-Am at The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples and Tiburón Golf Club to benefit The First Tee of Naples/Collier. 6:30 p.m. Tickets: $2,500. Dress code: evening cocktail. Chair: Cindy Darland. Contact: Cindy Darland, (239) 825-4851, darlandnfl@aol.com.
13 Fifth Annual Share the Love at The Portico, Naples, to benefit Gulfshore Playhouse. Ticket: $500 per couple. Contact: Jan Fernandez, (239) 261-7529, ext. 206, jfernandez@gulfshoreplayhouse.org.
14 Eighth Annual Scholarship Dinner at The Ritz-Carlton, Naples to benefit Ave Maria University. 5 p.m. Tickets: $375. Dress code: semi-formal. Contact: Katy Thoele, (239) 280-1565, katy.thoele@avemaria.edu. dinner.avemaria.edu
15 Bucket List Bash at the Naples Grande Beach Resort to benefit the American Cancer Society, Naples. 6 p.m. Tickets: $750. Dress code: cocktail. Chair: Gillian Campbell. Contact: Ali Levine, (239) 330-3091, ali.levine@cancer.org. acsbucketlistbash.com
15 Love and Appreciation at Miromar Lakes Beach Club to benefit Our Mother’s Home of Southwest Florida. 11 a.m. Tickets: $40. Dress code: business-casual. Chair: Marin Asher. Contact: Karen Watson, (239) 267-4663, karen@ourmothershome.com. ourmothershome.com
16 19th Annual Pet Lovers Gala at The Ritz Carlton, Naples to benefit Humane Society Naples. 6:30 p.m. Tickets: $500. Dress code: black-tie. Contact: Meredith McLean, (239) 438-4616, events@hsnaples.org. hsnaples.org/events
16 2019 CREW Concert & Silent Eco-Auction at Riverside Park to benefit CREW Land & Water Trust. 5 p.m. Tickets: $20 at the gate, $15 in advance. Dress code: casual. Chair: Brenda Brooks. Contact: Brenda Brooks, 657-2253, brenda@crewtrust.org. crewtrust.org
16 Annual Shakespeare Competition at Moorings Presbyterian Church to benefit the English-Speaking Union, Naples Branch. 9:30 a.m. Dress code: casual. Chair: Ellen Stephens Weise. Contact: Ellen Stephens Weise, (239) 710-5425, ellenstephens23@yahoo.com. esuus.org/naples
16 FGCU Blue & Green Celebration at Alico Arena to benefit the Florida Gulf Coast University Foundation. 6 p.m. Tickets: $750 per person, $5,000-50,000 patron levels. Dress code: black-tie. Contact: Bill Rice, (239) 590-1077, brice@fgcu.edu. fgcu.edu/advancement/specialevents
16 The Gala: Celebrate Art by the Sea at Island Country Club to benefit the Marco Island Center for the Arts. 6 p.m. Tickets: $225 by Nov. 15, $250 after. Dress code: elegant coastal cocktail. Chair: Kimberly Porter. Contact: Debbie Kuindersma, (239) 394-4221, debbie@marcoislandart.org. marcoislandart.org
16 NAMI “Steps of Hope” Walk at Cambier Park to benefit the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) of Collier County. 8:30 a.m. Tickets: free. Dress code: casual. Contact: Alex Kincade, (239) 260-7300, alex@namicollier.org. namicollier.org/events
16-17 Beyond Fair Trade Sale at Sanibel Arts & Crafts Fair at the Sanibel Community House to benefit Miracles in Action. 10 a.m. Tickets: free. Dress code: casual. Contact: Ariana Dunbar, (239) 348-0815, info@miraclesinaction.org. miraclesinaction.org
18 Mending Broken Hearts with Hope Luncheon at The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples to benefit The Shelter for Abused Women & Children. 11 a.m. Tickets: $400. Dress code: business. Chairs: Donna Issenmann, Denise Wilburn. Contact: Susan Utz, (239) 775-3862, sutz@naplesshelter.org. naplesshelter.org/mbh
20 Inaugural Southwest Florida Men of Impact™ Dinner at Quail West Golf & Country Club to benefit the Southwest Florida Women’s Foundation. 5:30 p.m. Tickets: $300. Dress code: business-casual. Contact: Brenda Tate, brenda@fundwomenfl.org. fundwomenfl.org/events
21 Enchanted: An Evening of Wonder at Everglades Wonder Gardens to benefit Bonita Wonder Gardens. 6 p.m. Tickets: $200. Dress code: country-club casual. Chair: Connie McIntosh. Contact: Thomas Hecker, (239) 992-2591, thomas@evergladeswondergardens.com. evergladeswondergarden.com
21 Fourth Annual Wine & Wildlife at Emmanuel Lutheran Church to benefit the South Florida National Parks Trust. 5 p.m. Tickets: $100 per general admission, $150 per VIP. Dress code: business-casual. Chair: Fran Mainella. Contact: Jessica Pierce, (305) 665-4769, jessica@southfloridaparks.org. southfloridaparks.org/wineandwildlife
21 Third on Canvas Art Auction at The Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club to benefit PAWS Assistance Dogs and Friends of Foster Children Forever. 5 p.m. Tickets: $75 in advance, $100 at the door. Dress code: business-casual. Contact: Laura Barsamain, (239) 775-1660, laura@pawsassistancedogs.org. thirdstreetsouth.com/third-street-south-events
21-24 Bonita Springs International Film Festival at Center Performing Arts Bonita Springs to benefit the Centers for the Arts Bonita Springs. 11 a.m., 4 p.m., 7 p.m. Tickets: $12 per film, $50 or $75 for party and film. Dress code: casual for films, business-casual for party. Chairs: Kathy Saldivar, Frank Blocker. Contact: Kathy Saldivar or Frank Blocker, (239) 495-8989, itninja@artsbonita.org or theaterfilm@artsbonita.org. artcenterbonita.org/biff
22 Gala Evening of Entertainment, Dinner and Auction at La Venezia, Cape Coral, to benefit Southwest Florida Symphony. 6 p.m. Tickets: $80. Dress code: upscale resort-casual. Chairs: Liz Marnul, Ellen Schneider. Contact: Ellen Schneider, (239) 540-3221, ellenschneiderfl@gmail.com. swflso.org
23 20th Annual Heart and Sole Walk at Centennial Bank, Naples, to benefit The Parkinson Association of Southwest Florida. 9 a.m. Tickets: $25. Dress code: casual. Chair: Tricia Leite. Contact: Tricia Leite, (239) 417-3465, pr@pasfi.org. pasfi.org/annualwalk2019.html
23 25th Annual Storybook Ball Honoring Kellie Burns at the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa to benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities of Southwest Florida. 6 p.m. Tickets: $300 per person, sponsorships available. Dress code: resort evening. Contact: Laura Ragain, laura@rmhcswfl.org. rmhcswfl.org
23 30th Anniversary Celebration at The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples to benefit Hope for Haiti. 5:30 p.m. Tickets: $500. Dress code: black-tie-optional. Contact: Stephanie Jepsen, (239) 434-7183, ext. 203, stephanie@hopeforhaiti.com. hopeforhaiti.com/events/30th-anniversary
23 Charity Adventure (Butterfly Ball) at NGALA to benefit the Avow’s programs and services. 5 p.m. Tickets: $500. Dress code: safari-chic. Contact: Avow Foundation, (239) 280-2285, register@avowcares.org. avowcares.org/avowball
23 Fourth Annual Eyeball Soiree at the SWFL Event Center to benefit the Florida Lions Eye Clinic. 6 p.m. Tickets: $200. Dress code: semi-formal. Chairs: Robert and Amy Hilliard. Contact: Tamika Seaton, (239) 293-2009, tseaton@fllec.org. eyeballsoiree.com
23 Friends of Hope Evening at Bonita Bay Club to benefit Hope Hospice. 5:30 p.m. Tickets: $235 and up. Dress code: cocktail. Contact: Heather Chester, (239) 489-9164, heather.chester@hopehcs.org. hopehcs.org/foh
23 Kings’ Gala Celebration at LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort to benefit Royal Palm Academy. 6 p.m. Tickets: $250. Dress code: cocktail. Contact: Lynn Girouard, (239) 594-9888, lgirouard@royalpalmacadey.com. royalpalmacademy.com
23 Screaming Orphans Concert at Alliance for the Arts to benefit the Rotary Club of Fort Myers. 6 p.m. Tickets: $25 in advance, $35 at the door. Dress code: casual. Chair: Roberta Lloyd. Contact: Roberta Lloyd, (570) 220-9749, oberta.lloyd@comcst.net. artinlee.org
23 YMCA Sneaker Ball on-site to benefit the Greater Naples YMCA. 6 p.m. Contact: Carly Gibb, cgibb@greaternaplesymca.org. greaternaplesymca.org
23-24 Event at Cambier Park to benefit The Naples Art Association. 10 a.m. Free; donations appreciated. Dress code: casual. Contact: Aimee Schlehr, (239) 262-6517, aimee.schlehr@naplesart.org. naplesart.org
24 2019 Southwest Florida Wine & Food Fest at the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa to benefit SWFL Children’s Charities. Noon Grand Tasting & Live Auction. Dress code: resort-casual. Chairs: Christin Collins, Brooke Denson, Debbie Toler. Contact: Heidi Taulman, info@swflwinefest.org. swflwinefest.org
24 Annual Gala at Royal Poinciana Country Club to benefit the Naples Music Club. 6 p.m. Tickets: $250. Dress code: semi-formal. Chair: Linda Noel. Contact: Linda Noel, (239) 384-9205, windynoel@gmail.com. naplesmusicclub.org
24 Ninth Annual Tour de Marco on-site and on the streets of Marco Island to benefit the Greater Marco Family YMCA. 8 a.m. 30-mile ride, 9 a.m. 15- and 5-mile rides. Tickets: $30-50. Dress code: casual. Chair: Anthony DeLucia. Contact: Anthony DeLucia, (239) 394-3144, ext. 105, commrelations@marcoy.org. active.com
24 Singing for Scholarships at Naples United Church of Christ to benefit Voices of Naples. 3 p.m. Tickets: $25. Dress code: casual. Contact: Shari Juntunen, (239) 434-8207. voicesofnaples.org/concert_schedule
25 Imagine Solutions Conference at The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples to benefit Imagine Solutions Conference. 8:30 a.m. Tickets: $650; scholarships available. Dress code: casual. Contact: Randy Antik, randy@imaginesolutionsconference.com. imaginesolutionsconference.com
26 Youth of the Year at Club Pelican Bay to benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Collier County. 5:30 p.m. Tickets: $1,000. Dress code: cocktail. Chair: Mary Pat Hussey. Contact: Heidi Overman, (239) 325-1716, hoverman@bgccc.com. bgccc.com
27 Regional Cancer Center Fashion Show at Crowne Plaza Fort Myers at Bell Tower Shops to benefit Regional Cancer Center. 11 a.m. Tickets: $50. Dress code: business-casual. Contact: Patti Chlipala, (239) 214-0639, patti.chlipala@leehealth.org. leehealthfoundation.org/fashionforcancer
28 The Gala on-site to benefit the Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center. 6 p.m. Tickets: $250. Dress code: business-casual. Chairs: Marc Collins, Dwayne Bergmann, Fran Fenning, Todd Schusterman. Contact: Jim Griffith, (239) 823-3754, jim@sbdac.com. sbdac.com
28 Give Your Heart to Breast Cancer Care Luncheon at Legends Golf & Country Club to benefit Partners for Breast Cancer Care. 11 a.m. Tickets: $50. Dress code: business-casual. Chairs: Janet Darnell, Joyce Carden. Contact: Janet Darnell, (239) 454-8583, janetdarnellpfbcc@yahoo.com. pfbcc.org
28 Pacesetter Dinner at Club Pelican Bay to benefit Habitat for Humanity of Collier County. 5:30 p.m. Tickets: by invitation only. Dress code: business-casual. Chair: John Cunningham. Contact: Jennifer Pash (239) 775-0036, jpash@habitatcollier.org.
Also in February:
5K Run/Walk for the Future at North Collier Regional Park to benefit PACE Center for Girls, Collier at Immokalee. 9 a.m. Tickets: $35. Dress code: sportswear. Chairs: Mollie Martin, Marisol Hakanson. Contact: Mollie Martin, (239) 207-1878, mollie.martin@pacecenter.org. pacecenter.org/locations/collier-at-immokalee
Boston Red Sox Children’s Hospital Celebrity Golf Classic at The Forest Country Club to benefit Lee Health’s pediatric behavioral health program. 11 a.m. Tickets: $400. Dress code: golf, business-casual. Chair: Kristy Gudobba. Contact: Katy Martinez, (239) 214-0639, katy.martinez@leehealth.org. leehealthfoundation.org/redsox
Emilio Sanchez Special Olympics—Legends & Music Event at Academia Sanchez-Casal to benefit Special Olypmics Florida—Collier County. 7 p.m. Tickets: $85. Dress code: tennis. Chair: Eric Sanders. Contact: Eric Sanders, (239) 775-1991, info@specialolympicscollier.org. specialolympicscollier.org
Love Your Neighbor at a private riverfront home in the Gulf Harbour neighborhood of Fort Myers to benefit The Heights Foundation/The Heights Center. 6:30 p.m. Tickets: $200. Dress code: resort-casual. Contact: Karen Lesza, karen@heightsfoundation.org. heightsfoundation.org
Minnesota Twins Celebrity Golf Classic to benefit Regional Cancer Center. 11 a.m. Tickets: $350. Dress code: golf, business-casual. Chair: Debby Welsh. Contact: Ken Shoriak, (239) 214-0639, ken.shoriak@leehealth.org. leehealthfoundation.org/twins
Roar Through Naples Run/Walk to benefit the Naples Lions Club. 8 a.m. Dress code: casual. Chair: Mary Ellen Cash. Contact: (239) 404-7003. napleslionsclub.com
March ’19
1 Celebration of Grace at The Ritz-Carlton, Naples to benefit Grace Place for Children and Families. 6 p.m. Tickets: $500. Dress code: cocktail. Chairs: Nita Rapp, Ramona Knight. Contact: Barbara Evans, (239) 234-2403, barbara@graceplacenaples.org. graceplacenaples.org/celebration-of-grace
1 Fabulous Fashion Fundraiser Luncheon at Heritage Palms Country Club to benefit Southwest Florida Symphony. 11 a.m. Tickets: $50. Dress code: fashionable daytime. Chairs: Marie Kernan, Sandy Magyar, DJ Arnold. Contact: Marie Kernan, (239) 454-6817, november19@netzero.net. swflso.org
1 Women Supporting Women at The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples to benefit the Cancer Alliance of Naples. 11 a.m. Tickets: $200. Dress code: cocktail. Contact: (239) 643-4673. cancerallianceofnaples.org
2 11th Annual Luncheon at Naples Grande Beach Resort to benefit New Horizons of Southwest Florida. 10:30 a.m. Tickets: $90. Dress code: business-casual. Chair: Leigh Erickson. Contact: Dort Bear, (239) 948-4146, dort@newhorizonsofswfl.org. newhorizonsofswfl.org/luncheon
2 2019 Fun Run 5K at Lakes Regional Park to benefit the Lee County Medical Society. 8:45 a.m. registration, 9 a.m. race. Tickets: $25 in advance, $30 on race day. Contact: Valerie Yackulich, valerie@lcmsfl.org.
2 Experience Ethiopia to benefit the Grace Center Foundation. 5:30 p.m. Chair: Adeline Henriquez. Contact: Marcie Erickson, (239) 465-6435, marcie@gracecenterfoundation.org.
2 JDRF 2019 Hope Gala to benefit JDRF South Gulf Coast Chapter. 6 p.m. Tickets: $400. Chairs: Robin Marcus, Debbie Nuzzo. Contact: Pamela Alagel, (239) 591-2825, palagel@jdrf.org. jdrf-southgulfcoast.ejoinme.org/2019hopegala
2 Opera Meets Broadway with Norm Lewis—2019 Gala at Moorings Presbyterian Church and the Hilton Naples to benefit Gulfshore Opera. 3 p.m. Tickets: $250 per gala package of concert and dinner; concert only $75 per preferred guest, $50 per general admission, $28 per sponsored guest. Dress code: semi-formal. Chairs: Stephanie Schwetz, Becky Wilder. Contact: Michelle Westley, (239) 529-3925, michelle@gulfshoreopera.org. gulfshoreopera.org
2 Program Meeting at Unitarian Universalist Church to benefit the AAUW Greater Naples Branch. 9:30 a.m. Contact: Laura Candris, (239) 919-8869, membership@aauwgnb.org. aauwgnb.org
2 Stay at Home and Celebrate Reading and Dr. Seuss’ Birthday at your private residence to benefit Books for Collier Kids. Tickets: $500 suggested donation. Dress code: casual. Chairs: Nora Kolmer, Donna Eskra, Jennifer Siegal-Miller. Contact: Nora Kolmer, (239) 598-9598, jkolmer627@aol.com. booksforcollierkids.org
4 Triumph 2019 at Grey Oaks Country Club to benefit The Holocaust Museum & The Janet & Harvey Cohen Education Center. 5:30 p.m. Tickets: $300. Dress code: cocktail. Contact: Tim Morrison, (239) 263-9200, tim@holocaustmuseumswfl.org. holocaustmuseumswfl.org
5 The Fashion Show at Wyndemere Country Club to benefit the Latchkey League. 11:30 a.m. Tickets: $135. Dress code: smart-casual. Chair: Sarann Kraushaar. Contact: Judy Tedder, (239) 254-0843, judytedder@aol.com. latchkeyleague.org
5 Humanitarian & Luminary of the Year at the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa to benefit Hodges University. 11:30 a.m. Tickets: $150. Dress code: business. Contact: April May, (239) 598-6153, amay@hodges.edu.
5 Southwest Florida Go Red For Women Luncheon at the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa to benefit the American Heart Association of Southwest Florida. 11 a.m. Tickets: $150. Dress code: business-casual. Contact: Katie Southard, (239) 495-4911, katie.southard@heart.org.
6 Farmers Market Event at the Marco Island Farmers Market to benefit For the Love of Cats. 7:30 a.m. Tickets: free. Dress code: casual. Chair: Elaine Ritchie. Contact: Jan Rich, (239) 642-8674, jan@fortheloveofcatsfl.com. fortheloveofcatsfl.com. Continues March 13, 20 and 27 and April 3, 10 and 17.
6 Kids’ Minds Matter Secret Garden Gala at Shangri-La Springs to benefit Lee Health’s pediatric behavioral health program. 5:30 p.m. Tickets: $500. Dress code: garden cocktail. Chairs: Jennifer Parisi, Susan Goldy, Scott Spiezle. Contact: Jason Powella, (239) 214-0639, jason.powella@leehealth.org. leehealthfoundation.org/secretgarden
7 Annual Winston Churchill Dinner at an exclusive club in Naples to benefit the English-Speaking Union, Naples Branch. 6 p.m. Tickets: $200. Dress code: black-tie. Chairs: Pamela Voss, Karen Lannan. Contact: Pamela Voss (239) 777-6883, pgrabczynski@aol.com. esuus.org/naples
7 Benefit Fashion Show, Luncheon and Silent Auction at The Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club to benefit Sunlight Home. 11 a.m. Tickets: $75. Dress code: business-casual. Chair: Dolores Sire Sullivan. Contact: Linda Hale, (239) 352-0251, linda_lee_hale@yahoo.com. sunlighthome.org
7 Magic Under the Mangroves on-site to benefit the Conservancy of Southwest Florida. 5:30 p.m. Tickets: $750-50,000. Dress code: eco-chic. Chair: Robin Hamilton. Contact: Chanel McGregor, (239) 403-4200. conservancy.org/magic
7 Sam Galloway Jr. & Friends Soup Kitchen Benefit at Sam Galloway Ford to benefit Community Cooperative. 6 p.m. Tickets: $150. Dress code: business-casual. Contact: Stefanie Edwards, (239) 461-2802, stefanie@communitycooperative.com. communitycooperative.com/events
7-9 82nd Annual Shell Festival at The Community House to benefit the Sanibel Community Association. 9 a.m. Tickets: $5 suggested donation, inside only. Dress code: casual. Contact: info@sanibelcommunityhouse.net.
8 A Night in Black and White at the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa to benefit Dress for Success SW Florida. 6 p.m. Tickets: $125. Dress code: semi-formal. Contact: Nickole Hendra, (239) 689-4992, nickole@dfsswflorida.org. swflorida.dressforsuccess.org
9 31st Annual Auction at La Playa Beach & Golf Resort to benefit Seacrest Country Day School. 6:30 p.m. Tickets: $250. Dress code: cocktail. Contact: Claudia D’Alessandro, (239) 793-1986, cdalessandro@seacrest.org.
9 Celebrate the Stars at the Naples Sailing & Yacht Club to benefit the United Arts Council of Collier County. 6 p.m. Contact: (239) 254-8242, info@uaccollier.org.
9 A Night of Inspiration at Grey Oaks Country Club to benefit Temple Shalom. 6 p.m. Contact: Jeanette Fischer, (239) 455-3030, jfischer@naplestemple.org.
9 Star Gala—Dazzling Diamond Soiree at The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples to benefit the STARability Foundation. 5:30 p.m. Tickets: $350. Dress code: black-tie-optional. Chairs: Lou and Laura Georgelos. Contact: Karen Govern, karen@starability.org. starability.org/gala
10 Peace of Mind Fundraiser at Hideaway Beach Club, Marco Island, to benefit the Naples Senior Center at JFCS. 1 p.m. tennis clinic followed by pro tennis exhibition and dinner. Dress code: tennis for clinic and exhibition, dressy-casual for dinner. Chair: Carolee Levison. Contact: Claudia Polzin, (239) 290-9433, capcatcap@gmail.com. naplesseniorcenter.org
10 Songs of America at St. Leo’s Catholic Church “Parish Life Center” to benefit Voices of Naples. 3 p.m. Dress code: casual. Contact: Shari Juntunen, (239) 434-8207. voicesofnaples.org/concert_schedule
10 Taste of Love at The Ranch Concert Hall & Saloon to benefit Special Equestrians. 5 p.m. Tickets: $100. Dress code: casual. Chairs: Adele Smith, Freda Jones, Jan Fifer. Contact: Jan Fifer, (239) 851-7070, jtfifer@gmail.com. specialequestrians.net
10 A Vintage Affair—A Night of a Thousand Wines at Quail West Golf & Country Club to benefit the MS Center of SWFL. 5:30 p.m. Tickets: $350. Dress code: cocktail. Chairs: Shannon Diener, Niki Varveris. Contact: Linda Grimm, (239) 435-1901, kay@mscenterswfl.org. msgala.com
10 West Coast Muscle Car Club Car & Truck Show to benefit LACES of LOVE. 9 a.m. Tickets: one pair of new sneakers. Dress code: casual. Chairs: Susy Warren, Vi Steffan. Contact: Susy Warren, (239) 293-1215.
11 11th Season Announcement Party on-site to benefit The Laboratory Theater of Florida. 6:30 p.m. Tickets: free. Dress code: business-casual. Chair: Giulia Ramsey. Contact: Giulia Ramsey, giulia.ramsey@gmail.com. laboratorytheaterflorida.com
11 The Maine Event at a private home to benefit the Latchkey League. 6 p.m. Tickets: $160. Dress code: casual. Chair: Judy Shanley. Contact: Judy Shanley, (239) 272-0038. latchkeyleague.org
11 Naples Tables—A Celebration of Style, Food and Fun at The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples to benefit The League Club. 10 a.m. Tickets: $300. Dress code: business-casual. Chair: Jane Stone. Contact: (239) 353-3100.
13 Marco Y Mutts & Martinis at The Esplanade Shoppes to benefit the Greater Marco Family YMCA. 5 p.m. Tickets: $5. Dress code: casual/costume. Chair: Anthony DeLucia. Contact: Anthony DeLucia, (239) 394-3144, ext. 105, commrelations@marcoy.org. marcoy.org
13-31 The Savannah Sipping Society at Marco Town Center Mall to benefit The Marco Players. 8 p.m. Tickets: $31-33. Dress code: casual. Chair: Beverly Dahlstrom. Contact: Beverly Dahlstrom, (239) 642-7270, info@themarcoplayers.com. themarcoplayers.com
14 Art of the Handbag at Center Performing Arts Bonita Springs to benefit the Center for the Arts Bonita Springs. 6 p.m. Tickets: $47. Dress code: business-casual. Chair: Sheri Rouleau. Contact: Sheri Rouleau, (239) 495-8989, controller@artsbonita.org. artcenterbonita.org/events/handbags
14 Corks, Forks and Ale on-site to benefit the Fort Myers YMCA. 6 p.m. Tickets: $75. Dress code: business-casual. Contact: Joey Belanger (239) 275-9622, joeyb@fortmyersymca.org. swflymca.org/corks
14-16 Shell Show and Art Sale at the United Church of Marco Dissiler Hall to benefit the Marco Island Shell Club. 10 a.m. Tickets: $2 donation. Dress code: casual. Chair: Jae Kellogg. marcoshellclub.com
15 10th Annual Bash for the Bay at Rookery Bay Environmental Learning Center to benefit Friends of Rookery Bay. 6 p.m. Tickets: $250 per general admission, $750 per keystone. Chairs: Karyn Capozzo, Milda Vaivada. Contact: Janet Brooks, (239) 530-5971, friends@rookerybay.org. rookerybay.org
15 Guild Spring Luncheon at Royal Poinciana Golf Club to benefit Neighborhood Health Clinic. 11:30 a.m. Dress code: country club-casual. Chair: Gretchen Brown. Contact: Marcie Burland, (239) 316-7416, mburland@neighborhoodhealthclinic.org. neighborhoodhealthclinic.org/guild
16 Global Food and Farm Festival at ECHO Global Farm to benefit ECHO. 9 a.m. Tickets: $5 in advance, $7 at the door. Dress code: casual. Chair: Danielle Flood. Contact: Danielle Flood, (239) 567-3312, dflood@echonet.org. echonet.org/food-and-farm-festival
16 Peek at the Unique Tour of Island Homes at Sanibel Community Church to benefit the Zonta Foundation of SWFL. 8:30 a.m. Tickets: $100. Dress code: casual, good walking shoes. Chair: Susan Tucker. Contact: Barbara Beran, barbberan@comcast.net. zontasancap.com
16-17 Handel Judas Maccabeus at Temple Shalom to benefit Naples Orchestra and Chorus. 7 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. Tickets: $25. Dress code: casual concert: Chair: Anne Wilson. Contact: Anne Wilson, info@naplesorchestraandchorus.org. naplesorchestraandchorus.org
18 Ninth Annual Bubbles, Baubles and Broadway Gala at The Ritz-Carlton, Naples to benefit Gulfshore Playhouse. Tickets: $600. Contact: Jan Fernandez, (239) 261-7529, ext. 206, jfernandez@gulfshoreplayhouse.org.
19 17th Annual Step into Spring Fashion Show & Luncheon at The Forest Country Club to benefit Candlelighters of Southwest Florida. 11:30 a.m. Tickets: $55. Dress code: business-casual. Chair: Betty Busselberg. Contact: Klair M. Snellbaker, (239) 432-2223, info@candlelightersswfl.org. candlelightersswfl.org
20 Centers’ Annual Luncheon 2019 at Quail West Country Club to benefit the Center for the Arts Bonita Springs. 11:30 a.m. Tickets: $70. Dress code: business-casual. Chair: Loretta Menuez. Contact: Loretta Menuez, (239) 495-8989, membership@artsbonita.org. artcenterbonita.org/luncheon
20-22 Small Stage Symphony Series at the Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center; Shell Point; and the Community House to benefit Southwest Florida Symphony. 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $25 and up Contact: Box office, (239) 418-1500, tickets@swflso.org. swflso.org
28 Big Impressions by Little Artists at the Naples Art Association to benefit Collier Child Care Resources. 6 p.m. Tickets: $125. Dress code: cocktail. Contact: Laura Bidireanu, (239) 643-3908, laurab@collierchildcare.org. collierchildcare.org
21 The Moveable Feast on-site to benefit The Naples Art District. 6 p.m. Tickets: $75. Dress code: business-casual. Chair: Paula Brody. Contact: Paula Brody, (239) 272-7110, paulabrody@me.com.
22 12th Annual Boogie Bash at Grey Oaks Country Club to benefit Friends of Foster Children Forever. 6 p.m. Tickets: $275. Dress code: casual and fun. Chairs: Edee and Michael DeLuca. Contact: Jane Billings, (239) 262-1808, jane@friendsoffosterchildren.net. friendsoffosterchildren.net
22 Artful Intersection to benefit Friends of the Mound House. Chair: Gayle Pergoli. Contact: Gayle Pergoli, crnagayle@msn.com.
22-23 Naples Flower Show “Making Music” at Naples Botanical Garden to benefit the Naples Garden Club. Tickets: No additional cost with Naples Botanical Garden membership or with Naples Garden Club general admission. Chair: Mary Pulick. Contact: Mary Pulick, marypulick@gmail.com. naplesgardenclub.org
23 Angel Ball at The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples to benefit Community School of Naples. 6 p.m. Tickets: $750. Dress code: black-tie. Chairs: Laina Kennedy, Jessica Kraszewski. Contact: Taylor Marini, tmarini@communityschoolnaples.org.
23 Brain Fair 2019 at South Regional Library of Collier County to benefit Miracles Among Us. 11 a.m. Tickets: free. Dress code: casual. Chairs: Suzan Berg, Marjorie Appleby. Contact: Suzan Berg, (239) 529-5284, suzanberg@miraclesamongus.org. miraclesamongus.org
23 Emerald Ball at The Ritz-Carlton, Naples to benefit Catholic Charities, Diocese of Venice. 6 p.m. Tickets: $400. Dress code: black-tie. Chairs: Barbara Neff, Rachel Keller. Contact: Brenda Anderson, (239) 455-2655, banderson@catholiccharitiescc.org. catholiccharitiesdov.org
23 Fourth Annual Fashion Show Luncheon “Fashions in the Gardens” at St. John’s Episcopal Church, Naples, to benefit St. John’s Shoppe, “The Outreach Ministry of St. John’s Episcopal Church.” 11:30 a.m. Tickets: $50. Dress code: business-casual. Chair: Margo Ziolo. Contact: (239) 597-9518, stjohnsthriftshoppe@gmail.com. stjohnsshoppe.com
23 Inaugural Night in Monte Carlo at the Hilton Naples to benefit Project HELP. 6 p.m. Dress code: cocktail, semi-formal. Chair: Laura Press. Contact: Eileen Wesley, (239) 649-1404, projecthelp@projecthelpnaples.org.
23 Run 4 The Cause 2019 on-site to benefit Christy’s Cause. 7:30 a.m. Tickets: $35. Dress code: running. Chairs: Ken Esquillin, Christy Ivie. Contact: Christy Ivie, christy@christyscause.com. christyscause.com/run4thecause
26 Grande Dames Tea at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre to benefit PACE Center for Girls, Lee County. 1 p.m. Tickets: $60 per person, $500 per table of eight. Dress code: high tea. Chairs: Alexandra Bremner, Lee Peacock. Contact: Allyson Ross, (239) 470-7548, allyson.ross@pacecenter.org. pacecenter.org/locations/lee
26 Hats Off to Fighting Blindness at The Players Club & Spa to benefit Foundation Fighting Blindness. 5 p.m. Tickets: $100. Dress code: business-casual. Chair: Karen Vosmik. Contact: Karen Vosmik, (847) 363-0939. fightblindness.org
28 Marjorie Prime Red Carpet Premier at Sugden Community Theater to benefit The Naples Players. 6:45 p.m. Tickets: $40. Dress code: business-casual. Chair: Alyssa Haney. Contact: James Duggan, (239) 263-7990, jduggan@naplesplayers.org. naplesplayers.org
29 Golden Apple Celebration of Teachers Dinner at the Naples Grande Beach Resort to benefit Champions For Learning. 6 p.m. Tickets: $250. Dress code: business-formal. Chair: Martha Rozman. Contact: Jason Kurek, (239) 643-4755, jkurek@championsforlearning.org. championsforlearning.org/ga
29-30 American Virtuosi on-site to benefit the Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center. Dress code: business-casual. Chair: Jim Griffith. Contact: Jim Griffith, (239) 333-1933, jim@sbdc.com. sbdac.com
30 Annual Life Saver Event with guest speaker Tucker Carlson at the Hilton Naples to benefit Community Pregnancy Clinics. 5:30 p.m. Dress code: business-casual. Chair: Domenick Micillo. Contact: Domenick Micillo, dmicillo@community4life.com. community4life.com
30 IMAG Gala on-site to benefit the IMAG History & Science Center. 7 p.m. Tickets: $100. Dress code: business. Chair: Britt Gravley. Contact: Amanda Plummer, (239) 243-0043, ext. 203, amanda@theimag.org. theimag.org/gala
30, 4/2, 4/4 La Traviata at St. Leo Parish Life Center, Bonita Springs, and the Cultural Center of Charlotte County. 7 p.m. Tickets: $28-88. Dress code: business-casual, semi-formal. Contact: Michelle Westley, (239) 529-3925, michelle@gulfshoreopera.org. gulfshoreopera.org
31 Mac ’n’ Cheese Challenge at Venue Naples to benefit Make-A-Wish Southern Florida. 11 a.m. Tickets: $10 and up. Dress code: casual. Contact: Emily Sumpmann, (239) 992-9474, esumpmann@sflawish.org. sfla.wish.org
31 Power of Community Celebration at Grey Oaks Country Club to benefit the Jewish Federation of Greater Naples. 11 a.m. Dress code: business-casual. Chair: Arlene Sobol. Contact: Julie Hartline, (239) 263-4205, jhartline@jewishnaples.org. jewishnaples.org
Also in March:
Celebration of Hope to benefit St. Matthew’s House. 6 p.m. Tickets: free. Dress code: business-casual. Contact: Natalie Combs, (239) 774-0500, ext. 161, ncombs@stmatthewshouse.org.
Glass Slipper to benefit Champions For Learning. 5:30 p.m. Tickets: $50. Dress code: Naples-chic. Chairs: Claudine Léger-Wetzel, Kaleigh Grover. Contact: Jennifer Laderer, (239) 643-4755, jladerer@championsforlearning.org. championsforlearning.org. May be held in April; inquire for details.
Golisano Children’s Hospital Pro Tennis Classic at Suncoast Credit Union Arena at Florida SouthWestern State College to benefit Barbara’s Friends—Golisano Children’s Hospital Cancer Fund. 6 p.m. Tickets: $35-150. Dress code: casual. Chair: Duane Chaney. Contact: Duane Chaney, (239) 292-0322, duanechaney@comcast.net. madisensmatch.com
Naples Princess Dress Collection Party on Naples Princess Cruises to benefit PACE Center for Girls, Collier at Immokalee. 5:45 p.m. Tickets: $50. Dress code: business-casual. Chair: Pat Patterson. Contact: Mollie Martin, (239) 207-1878, mollie.martin@pacecenter.org. pacecenter.org/locatoins/collier-at-immokalee
Sixth Annual Sound Minds Mental Health Symposium to benefit David Lawrence Center. Dress code: casual. Contact: Moira Larkin, (239) 354-1445, donorcare@dlcmhc.com. dlcsoundminds.org
April ’19
1 10-Year Anniversary Event at Vineyards Country Club to benefit Lighthouse of Collier. 6 p.m. Tickets: $200 per person, $2,500 per table. lighthouseofcollier.org
2 Cruising for a Cause on the Naples Princess to benefit Miracles in Action. 5:30 p.m. Dress code: business-casual. Contact: Ariana Dunbar, (239) 348-0815, info@miraclesinaction.org. miraclesinaction.org
3 CHEF Celebrates Club Chefs Gala honoring Ralph Feraco at Kensington Golf & Country Club to benefit the Culinary and Hospitality Education of Southwest Florida (CHEF). Dress code: country club/business-casual. chefswfl.org
4 Annual Speaker Luncheon at The Ritz-Carlton, Naples to benefit The Parkinson Association of Southwest Florida. Tickets: $125. Dress code: business-casual. Contact: Tricia Leite, (239) 417-3465, pr@pasfi.org. pasfi.org/annualspeakerluncheon2019.html
4 Chefs Cooking for Kids to benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast. 6:30 p.m. Dress code: business-cocktail. Chairs: Lauren McCabe, Tracey Marazzi. Contact: Aimee McLaughlin, (239) 288-4224, amclaughlin@bbbssun.org. bbbssun.org
5 Chair-a-tea Event at Bonita Bay Club to benefit Our Mother’s Home of Southwest Florida. 11 a.m. Tickets: $50. Dress code: tea party hats. Chair: Marin Asher. Contact: Karen Watson, (239) 267-4663, karen@ourmothershome.com. ourmothershome.com/event/2019-chair-a-tea-party
5 Extravaganza 2019 at Heritage Palms Golf and Country Club to benefit the Canterbury School. 6:30 p.m. Tickets: $150. Chairs: Elizabeth Cameratta, Deena Schwartz. Contact: Julie Pearson, (239) 481-4323, ext. 213, jpearson@canterburyfortmyers.org.
5 Women of Initiative Honorees Awards Luncheon at The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples to benefit the Women’s Foundation of Collier County. 11 a.m. Tickets: $225 per individual, $2,250 per host table, $2,750 per patron table. Dress code: business-chic. Chair: Vicki Tracy. Contact: Carri Kreisman, (239) 307-4526, ckreisman@cfcollier.org. wfcollier.org
5-7 Small Stage Symphony Series at the Community House; Faith Presbyterian-Cape Coral; and The Moorings-Naples to benefit Southwest Florida Symphony. 7:30 p.m.; 7:30 p.m.; and 4 p.m. Tickets: $29 and up Contact: Box office, (239) 418-1500. swflso.org
6 Butterfly Release at Cambier Park to benefit the Avow Foundation. 10 a.m. Contact: Angie Manley, (239) 280-2285, angela.manley@avowcares.org.
6 For the Love of Art on-site to benefit The Naples Art Association. 7 p.m. Tickets: $125 per person, $1,125 per group of 10. Dress code: jazz-related style or business-casual. Contact: Aimee Schlehr, (239) 262-6517, aimee.schlehr@naplesart.org. naplesart.org
6 Red Wagon Gala at Royal Poinciana Golf Club to benefit Christ Child Society. 6 p.m. Tickets: $350. Dress code: semi-formal. Chair: Janis Morrisroe. Contact: Janis Morrisroe, (239)-592-9600, janismm@aol.com. christchildnaples.org
6 Relay for Life of Greater Lee County at Cypress Lake High School to benefit American Cancer Society—Fort Myers. 9 a.m. Chair: Ashley Robbin. Contact: Terry Inscoe, (239) 936-3528, terry.inscoe@cancer.org.
6 Southwest Florida Friendship Walk at Miromar Outlets to benefit Best Buddies Southwest Florida. 8 a.m. Dress code: comfortable. Contact: Melanie Musick, (239) 275-2510, melaniemusick@bestbuddies.org. bestbuddiesfriendshipwalk.org
6 Southwest Florida Heart Ball at the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa to benefit the American Heart Association of Southwest Florida. 6 p.m. Tickets: $1,500 per patron couple. Dress code: black-tie. Chairs: Jason and Kelly Stephens. Contact: Katie Southard, (239) 495-4911, katie.southard@heart.org.
6 Third Annual Stroke Victor Scramble at Quail Village Golf Club to benefit the Stroke Recovery Foundation. 7:30 a.m. Tickets: $90 per person, $360 per foursome. Dress code: golf-casual. Chairs: IBERIABANK, Hotwire, Family Foot & Leg. Contact: Bob Mandell, bobm@strokerf.org. strokerecoveryfoundation.org
6-7 Mozart Symphony “Jupiter” at Temple Shalom to benefit Naples Orchestra and Chorus. 7 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. Tickets: $25. Dress code: casual concert. Chair: Anne Wilson. Contact: Anne Wilson, info@naplesorchestraandchorus.org. naplesorchestraandchorus.org
7 10th Annual BBQ, Bands & Brew at Centennial Park to benefit Lee BIA Builders Care. 11 a.m. Tickets: $10 per adult, free for children 12 and under. Dress code: outdoor-casual. Chairs: Christi Pritchett, Mandi Wray. Contact: Christi Pritchett, (239) 938-0056, bbq@bia.net. bbqbandsandbrew.com
8 Fourth Annual St. Vincent de Paul Golf Tournament at Quail Creek Country Club to benefit St. Vincent de Paul. 11:30 a.m. Tickets: $150. Dress code: golf. Chair: Diane Van Parys. Contact: Samantha Maturo, (239) 775-1667, svdpgolfnaples.@gmail.com. svdpnaples.org
8 Guadalupe Charity Golf Classic at Vineyards Country Club to benefit the Guadalupe Center. guadalupecenter.org
10 Blooms & Babies Luncheon at The Club at Olde Cypress to benefit Pregnancy Resource Center of SWFL. 11:30 a.m. Tickets: complimentary. Dress code: business-casual. Contact: Megan Chionis, (239) 217-4838, mchionis@prcnaples.org. supportprc.org/blooms-babies-2019
10-28 Black Tie at Marco Town Center Mall to benefit The Marco Players. 8 p.m. Tickets: $31-33. Dress code: casual. Chair: Beverly Dahlstrom. Contact: Beverly Dahlstrom, (239) 642-7270, info@themarcoplayers.com. themarcoplayers.com
11 Strut & Putt at The Club at Olde Cypress to benefit the Healthcare Network of Southwest Florida Ronald McDonald Care Mobile Program. 11:30 a.m. Tickets: $300. Dress code: golf. Contact: Elizabeth Zuluaga, (239) 658-3113, ezuluaga@healthcareswfl.org. healthcareswfl.org/how-to-help
11 Second Annual Donor Social on-site in the Discovery Center to benefit Audubon’s Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary. 4:30 p.m. Tickets: free, by invitation only. Dress code: casual. Contact: Tabitha Stadler, tstadler@audubon.org.
12 White Party presented by Gulfshore Life magazine. Dress code: all white. gulfshorelife.com/about-us/advertise/signature-events
13 2019 Gala at Sanibel Harbour Marriott Resort & Spa to benefit Florida Repertory Theatre. 5 p.m. Tickets: $200. Dress code: semi-formal. Chairs: Renee Pesci, Deb Jonsson. Contact: Renee Pesci, rpesci@floridarep.org. floridarep.org
13 Magnolia Ball at The Ritz-Carlton, Naples to benefit the NCH Center for Philanthropy. 6 p.m. Tickets: $3,000, sponsorships available. Dress code: black-tie, white jackets preferred. Chairs: Alica and Angelo Arena. Contact: Monica Biondo, (239) 624-2019, monica.biondo@nchmd.org. nchmd.org/magnoliaball
13 Octifest on the Beach at Sanibel Causeway Island A to benefit Sanibel Sea School. 6:30 p.m. Tickets: $150. Dress code: island-casual. Contact: Chrissy Basturk, (239) 472-8585, chrissy@sanibelseaschool.org. octifest.org
13 Pinwheels at the Pier at the Naples Pier to benefit the Children’s Advocacy Center of Collier County. 10 a.m. Tickets: free. Dress code: beach wear. Contact: Bryan Lee, (239) 272-2706, blee@caccollier.org. caccollier.org
16 Tulip Tuesday on-site to benefit The Parkinson Association of Southwest Florida. All day. Tickets: $20. Chair: Laura Domonte. Contact: Laura Domonte, (239) 417-3465, volunteer@pasfi.org. pasfi.org
16 Tutor Corps Celebration Dinner at Grey Oaks Country Club to benefit the Guadalupe Center. guadalupecenter.org
18 JA Business Hall of Fame, Lee County at the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa to benefit Junior Achievement of Southwest Florida. 5 p.m. Tickets: $250. Dress code: business. Contact: Stephanie Hoffman, (239) 225-2590, shoffman@jaswfl.org. jaswfl.org
18 “Meet the Artists” Reception for Carmen at Patina Collection to benefit Opera Naples. 5 p.m. Dress code: business-casual. Contact: Amy Wilkins-Lyon, (239) 300-0092, info@patinacollection.com.
18 Wines Around the World at Shula’s Steak House to benefit Ricky King Children’s Fund. 6 p.m. Tickets: $250. Dress code: cocktail. Chair: Heather Tice. Contact: Jennifer Weidenbruch, (239) 449-0209. rickykingfund.org
20 Hop to the Top 5K at North Collier Regional Park to benefit the Wellfit Girls Program SWFL. 7:30 a.m. Tickets: $30. Dress code: running clothes, Easter-themed outfits encouraged. Contact: Colby Hazewinkel, (239) 529-0366, colby@wellfitgirls.org. runsignup.com
24-5/8 The StayinMay Festival at venues across Southwest Florida to benefit The StayinMayFestival. stayinmay.com
26-27 Smoke on the Water BBQ Competition & Music Festival at Centennial Park to benefit the Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center. 5 p.m. and 11 a.m., respectively. Tickets: free. Dress code: casual. Chair: Devon Parker. Contact: Devon Parker, (239) 333-1933, devon@sbdac.com. sbdac.com
27 March for Babies at Centennial Park to benefit March of Dimes. 9 a.m. Contact: Trent Howe, (239) 271-2562, thowe@marchofdimes.org. marchforbabies.org/event/southwestfl
27 A Swing of Grace at Wyndemere Country Club to benefit Grace Place for Children and Families. 11:30 a.m. Tickets: $250. Dress code: golf. Chairs: Jim Bosscher, Erik Lutgert. Contact: Robert Mirakian, (239) 234-2466, robert@graceplacenaples.org. graceplacenaples.org/a-swing-of-grace
28 29th Annual Taste of Marco at The Esplanade Shoppes to benefit the Greater Marco Family YMCA. 11 a.m. Tickets: $8 per person, $15 per duo. Dress code: casual. Chair: Anthony DeLucia. Contact: Anthony DeLucia, (239) 394-3144, ext. 105, commrelations@marcoy.org. marcoy.org
28 YogaCAN at The Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club to benefit the Cancer Alliance of Naples. cancerallianceofnaples.org
Also in April:
Bling & Bags Bingo to benefit the Children’s Advocacy Center of SWFL. 5:30 p.m. Tickets: $50. Dress code: business-casual. Contact: Lisa Rizzio, (239) 939-2808, lrizzio@cac-swfl.org.
Blues by the Bay at St. Charles Yacht Club to benefit The Heights Foundation/The Heights Center. 7 p.m. Tickets: $125. Dress code: resort-casual. Contact: Karen Lesza, (239) 482-7706, karen@heightsfoundation.org. heightsfoundation.org
Charity Golf Event at Heritage Bay Golf & Country Club to benefit the ExEL Foundation (Excellence in Early Learning). Dress code: golf. Chair: Brian Ingvalson. Contact: (612) 910-1024, exel-naples@comcast.net. exelnaples.org/golf
Friends of Hope Ladies Luncheon to benefit Hope Hospice. 10 a.m. Tickets: $100 and up. Dress code: ladies’ lunch/tea. Chairs: Etta Smith, Barbara Caccese. Contact: Heather Chester, (239) 489-9164, heather.chester@hopehcs.org.
Leadership Collier Foundation Graduation to benefit the Leadership Collier Foundation. 5:30 p.m. Tickets: $35. Dress code: business. Chair: Stephanie Spell. Contact: Amanda Beights, (239) 403-2903, amanda@napleschamber.org. napleschamber.org/events
Relay for Life of Bonita Springs and Estero at Bonita Springs High School to benefit American Cancer Society—Fort Myers. 10 a.m. Chair: Chris Jeffray. Contact: Terry Inscoe, (239) 936-3528, terry.inscoe@cancer.org.
SanCap Cares Island Celebration at The Sanctuary Golf Club to benefit Golisano Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida. 5 p.m. Dress code: island-chic. Chair: Valerie Tutor. Contact: Jeff Muddell, (239) 214-0639, jeff.muddell@leehealth.org. sancapcares.org
May ’19
1 FutureMakers Lee Senior Decision Day—Lee County Public Schools at various Lee County high schools to benefit The Foundation for Lee County Public Schools. Dress code: college shirts/attire. Contact: Kelly Thawley, (239) 337-0433, kelly@leeschoolfoundation.org.
2 Pars for Pets at Vineyards Country Club to benefit Volunteer Services for Animals. 8 a.m. Tickets: $125. Dress code: casual. Chairs: Sondra Rice, Mendy Gordon. Contact: Sondra Rice, (239) 961-1015. vsarescue@aol.com.
3 Golden Apple Teacher Recognition Banquet at the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa to benefit The Foundation for Lee County Public Schools. 5:30 p.m. Dress code: black-tie. Contact: Beverly Burke, (239) 337-0433, beverly@leeschoolfoundation.org.
3-5 Gene Doyle Backcountry Catch and Release Fishing Tournament at multiple sites to benefit the Gene Doyle Memorial Foundation. Tickets: $125 per child, $250 per adult. Dress code: casual. Chairs: Normand Giguere and Claudine Auclair. Contact: Normand Giguere, (239) 249-0453, normgiguere@gmail.com. genedoyle.org.
4 Derby Dash to benefit the Naples Junior Woman’s Club. 5 p.m. Tickets: $75-100. Dress code: garden cocktail. Contact: Emily Sumpmann, emily.sumpmann@gmail.com. naplesjuniors.com
4 Kentucky Derby Party on-site to benefit Naples Therapeutic Riding Center. 4 p.m. Tickets: $50. Dress code: Derby-chic, hats. Chair: Annette Pakula. Contact: Missy Lamont, (239) 596-2988, info@ntrc.org. naplestherapeuticridingcenter.org/derby
4 Lipman Golf Classic at Naples Heritage Golf & Country Club to benefit the Redlands Christian Migrant Association. 8:30 a.m. Tickets: $225 per golfer. Dress code: casual. Chair: Jaime Weisinger. Contact: Kathleen Roehm, (863) 781-2874, kathleen.roehm@rcma.org. rcma.net/how-you-can-help/golf-tournament
5 Liberty Mutual Invitational at Quail West Golf and Country Club to benefit Swinging With Purpose™. 1 p.m. shotgun start. Tickets: $350. Dress code: golf. Chairs: Dr. Thomas and Amy Hale. Contact: Diana Riley, (301) 706-7131, diana@swingingwithpurpose.org. swingingwithpurpose.org
9 Human Trafficking Symposium at the Cohen Center at FGCU to benefit Christy’s Cause. 8 a.m. Tickets: $50. Dress code: business-casual. Chairs: Dr. Amanda Evans, Christy Ivie. Contact: Christy Ivie, christy@christyscause.com.
11 24th Annual Gold Ribbon Classic Golf Tournament at Bonita Bay East to benefit Candlelighters of Southwest Florida. 8:30 a.m. Tickets: $155. Dress code: casual. Chair: Michael Constantine. Contact: Klair M. Snellbaker, (239) 342-2223, info@candlelightersswfl.org. candlelightersswfl.org
11 NALC Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive at the Collier Harvest Warehouse to benefit Collier Harvest. 1 p.m. Tickets: free. Dress code: casual. Chair: Connie Preu. Contact: Annette Kirk, (239) 405-0921, annette@collierharvest.org. collierharvest.org
18 Spring Performance of Coppélia to benefit Gulfshore Ballet. Contact: gulfshoreballet@gmail.com. gsballet.org
23 Lifetime Achievement Awards presented by Gulfshore Business magazine at the Hilton Naples. Dress code: business, business-casual. gulfshorebusiness.com
23 Winged Foot Scholarship Awards Banquet to benefit The Winged Foot Scholarship Foundation. 6 p.m. Tickets: $275. Dress code: jacket and tie. Chair: Bud Hornbeck. Contact: Brooke Hornbeck, (239) 280-3270, brooke_hornbeck@ajg.com. wingedfootaward.com
Also in May:
Best of the Gulfshore presented by Gulfshore Life magazine. Dress code: business, business-casual. gulfshorelife.com/about-us/advertise/signature-events
Golf-a-Thon to benefit St. Matthew’s House. 8:30 a.m. Tickets: $1,000. Dress code: golf. Contact: Natalie Combs, (239) 774-0500, ext. 161, ncombs@stmatthewshouse.org.
Partners in Education—State of Our Schools Breakfast at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre to benefit The Foundation for Lee County Public Schools 7 a.m. Dress code: business-casual. Contact: Beverly Burke, (239) 337-0433, beverly@leeschoolfoundation.org.
June ’19
1 StandUp Paddle Poker Run at Capri Fish House, Isle of Capri, to benefit Special Olympics Florida—Collier County. 7 a.m. Dress code: beachwear. Chairs: Stephanie Dangler, Becky Newell. Contact: Stephanie Dangler, (239) 775-1991, info@specialolympicscollier.org. specialolympicscollier.org
11-29 2019 Fair Food Sustainer Drive online to benefit The Coalition of Immokalee Workers. 9 a.m. Chair: Julia Perkins. Contact: Ileana Roque Gonzalez, (239) 657-8311, ileana@ciw-online.org. ciw.givingfuel.com/sustainerdrive
Also in June:
Clive Daniel Home Dress Collection Party at Clive Daniel Home to benefit PACE Center for Girls, Collier at Immokalee. 5:30 p.m. Tickets: $20 suggested donation. Dress code: business-casual. Chair: Jackie Nelson. Contact: Mollie Martin, (239) 207-1878, molliemartin@pacecenter.org. pacecenter.org/locations/collier-at-immokalee
Eighth Annual Young Executives Sunset Cruise on the Naples Princess to benefit the David Lawrence Center. 6 p.m. Tickets: $45. Dress code: casual. Contact: Emily Budd, (239) 304-3505, donorcare@dlcmhc.com. dlcyoungexecutives.com
Rock and Role Models at Millennium Brewery to benefit Human Trafficking Awareness Partnerships. 5:30 p.m. Tickets: $50. Dress code: casual. Contact: Nola Theiss, (239) 415-2635, nola@humantraffickingawareness.org.
Top Doctors presented by Health Source magazine. Dress code: business, business-casual. gulfshorelife.com/about-us/advertise/signature-events
July ’19
Fifth Annual Grouper Slam at Port Sanibel Marina to benefit LARC. 6 a.m. Chair: Alex Newman. Contact: Angela Katz, (239) 334-6285, ext. 229, angelakatz@larcleecounty.org. fishgrouperslam.com
August ’19
28 Love That Dress! 11 at the Embassy Suites by Hilton, Fort Myers-Estero to benefit PACE Center for Girls, Lee County. 5 p.m. VIP, 6 p.m. general admission. Tickets: $30 per general admission, $150 per VIP, $2,500 per VIP suite for 10. Dress code: best dress. Contact: Allyson Ross, (239) 470-7548, allyson.ross@pacecenter.org. lovethatdress.org
Also in August:
Rumrunners’ Celebrity Chef Night at Rumrunners, Cape Coral, to benefit Barbara’s Friends—Golisano Children’s Hospital Cancer Fund. 6 p.m. Tickets: $175. Dress code: business-casual. Chairs: Todd Johnson, Ralph Centalonza. Contact: Katy Martinez, (239) 214-0639, katy.martinez@leehealth.org. leehealthfoundation.org/rumrunners
Youth Masterpiece Theater at Dunbar High School to benefit Quality Life Center of Southwest Florida. 6 p.m. Tickets: $10. Dress code: casual. Contact: Keesha Allen, (239) 334-2797, ext. 105, kallen@qlcswfl.org. qualitylifecenter.org
