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The market features food trucks, arts and crafts, live music, and local produce from over 50 vendors. A free, docent-led tour of Edson Keith Mansion begins promptly at 10 a.m. Ample free parking is available, and dogs are welcome. The market is sponsored by Friends of Sarasota County Parks and [...] Read More
Step back in time with a self-guided or docent-led tour featuring the history and colorful tales of living in one of Fort Myers' oldest homes. Tours are offered from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Advance reservation and pre-payment are required. Email tours@burroughshome.com or call for reservations. Read More
Discover the joy of slowing down and truly seeing nature! Each month in Rookery Bay’s Nature Journaling series, explore a different theme. Nature is revealed through sketches, scribbles and shared observations. It’s all about curiosity. Questions will start the ball rolling such as what can we learn from a hermit [...] Read More
Rejoice in the holidays at the Edison & Ford Holiday Nights. Thousands of lights, hundreds of historic decorations, and one unique holiday experience await you nightly November 28 through December 23 and December 26, 2025 – January 4, 2026 from 5:30 – 9 p.m. Enjoy exciting new lighting displays, visits [...] Read More
Rookery Bay Environmental Learning Center’s Science Nites serve up an interesting mix of nature, wildlife and environmental topics suitable for all ages. Science Nite also includes a scavenger answer hunt to win prizes, food and drink as well as time for mingling with fellow participants amongst interactive displays, aquaria and [...] Read More
Thousands of lights transform Naples Botanical Gardens into a unique winter wonderland in this ever-changing annual display. See plants of the tropics and subtropics in an entirely new way, enjoy musical performances, and savor special fare from the Garden’s Fogg Café. Johnsonville Night Lights in the Garden November 28 – [...] Read More
A Tropical Holiday Celebration at Selby Botanical Gardens downtown Sarasota campus. More than two million lights illuminate the gardens, and walkways are transformed into sensory light tunnels. Visitors will have the opportunity to stroll through magical gardens filled with beautifully lit flowers, radiant rainforest butterflies, dragonflies, and more. Activities, entertainment, [...] Read More
Join the Naples Historical Society as they celebrate the holidays at Naples’ oldest house with tours, special lights and period relevant decorations in the house and Norris Gardens. Reservations are recommended. Tours are offeredTuesday - Saturday 12- 4 p.m. and Thursday, Friday, and Saturday 4-7 p.m. Visit website for additional [...] Read More
Experience a wonderland of artist inspired, themed trees and festive holiday teas November 18 – December 21, 2025. Call or visit website for reservations and additional information. Read More
Paint the beauty of coastal Naples and the wildlife of estuary waters in this watercolor painting class. Local artist Jan Deswik offers step-by-step simple instructions and creative support perfect for beginners or anyone inspired by the coastal environment and wants to bring it to life in a one-of a-kind painting. [...] Read More
