July 17 – Reeling With a Ranger at Freedom Park
Location: Freedom Park, 515 Golden Gate Pkwy, Naples Time: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Description: Reeling with a Ranger will be held at Freedom Park to celebrate Parks & Recreation Month! Children and parents are welcome. Cast a line and reel in a catch while learning or chatting with a Ranger. Equipment and bait will be provided.
July 20 – Parks & Recreation Month Lollipop Day at Max Hasse Community Park Yard Sale
Location: Max Hasse Community Park, 3390 Golden Gate Blvd W, Naples Time: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Description: Stop by the Yard Sale at Max Hasse Community Park to pick up a delightful, sweet lollipop to celebrate National Parks & Recreation Month.
July 26 – Sugden Regional Park Ski Show
Location: Sugden Regional Park, 4284 Avalon Dr, Naples Time: 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Description: Join us for a free Ski Show at Sugden Regional Park for National Parks & Recreation Month. Admission is free.
July 27 – Parks & Recreation Month Freezer Pop Day Big Corkscrew Island Regional Park Aquatic Complex
Location: Big Corkscrew Island Regional Park Aquatic Complex, 810 39th Ave NE, Naples Time: 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Description: In the heat of Summer, a freezer pop brings the sweet chill of relief! On July 27, get a free frozen sweet treat to celebrate Parks & Recreation Month. Entrance fee required.
Special Experiences at the Wonder Gardens
Special Experiences at the Wonder Gardens: Wild Wonders Animal Encounters and guided tours are available for an additional fee at various days and times. Weekly Habitat Chats are free with paid admission every Thursday at 1 p.m. Topics vary. 27180 Old 41 Road, Bonita Springs. wondergardens.org.
Third Street South Farmers Market:
Third Street South Farmers Market: 7:30-11:30 a.m. Saturdays. Fresh produce, flowers, pastas, seafood, baked goods, prepared foods, jams, relishes, fresh-roasted coffee, more. Music, dog treats.
Wellness Fest
Wellness Fest: Check out local vendors, live painting artists and more at Food & Thought, 27941 Airport-Pulling Road N., Naples, from 5-9 p.m. Sept. 8. Free sunset yoga will take place at 7 p.m. Yoga participants will receive a 20% discount in the market and restaurant. (239) 791-3663 or foodandthought2.com.
Special Experiences at the Wonder Gardens
Special Experiences at the Wonder Gardens: Wild Wonders Animal Encounters and guided tours are available for an additional fee at various days and times. Weekly Habitat Chats are free with paid admission every Thursday at 1 p.m. Topics vary. 27180 Old 41 Road, Bonita Springs. wondergardens.org.
Evening on Fifth:
Evening on Fifth: Enjoy live music, fun dining destinations, extended shopping hours and more from 6:30-9:30 p.m. Sept. 12, at Fifth Ave. S., Naples. fifthavenuesouth.com.
Sudamerica Latin Groove
Sudamerica Latin Groove — World Music Celebration Vol.1: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 13, at Arts Bonita Center for Performing Arts, 10150 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs. (239) 495-8989 or artsbonita.org
Completely Unchained: Van Halen tribute band
Completely Unchained: This Van Halen tribute band is set to perform at South Street City Oven and Grill at Founders Square from 8-9:30 Friday, Sept. 13, 8845 Founders Square Drive, Naples. Tickets available for $25 through founderssquare.southstreetnaples.com.
Third Street South Farmers Market:
Third Street South Farmers Market: 7:30-11:30 a.m. Saturdays. Fresh produce, flowers, pastas, seafood, baked goods, prepared foods, jams, relishes, fresh-roasted coffee, more. Music, dog treats.