Wednesday, April 30th, 2025
Good morning, Naples. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 30th of April.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced a record 126-day Gulf red snapper season set to begin Memorial Day weekend, with summer and fall segments that include holiday fishing days + the season aims to boost local tourism and offer extra fishing opportunities for residents and visitors. News-Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Andre Agassi and Anna Leigh Waters will play their first mixed doubles match today at the US Open Pickleball Championships at Zing Zang Court in East Naples Community Park. The legendary tennis champion and top-ranked female pickleball player—who connected over YouTube—aim to boost interest in the sport. Naples Daily News
- ➤ Barron Collier hosted game 2 of the FHSAA Region 4A-3 baseball semifinals on April 29 — the Cougars beat Island Coast 10-0 and clinched the series. News-Press
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AIR Let's Draw & Paint (Drop-In) Session
5:30-7 p.m. — Golden Gate Community Park — Registration required — Unleash your creativity through drawing and painting with various materials.
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Cinco De Mayo Family Celebration
6-8 p.m. — Golden Gate Community Park — $15 per person — Enjoy a family-friendly evening with dancing, games, and delicious Mexican food to celebrate Cinco De Mayo.
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Stress Reduction Techniques Workshop
10:00-11:30 a.m. — Collier Museum at Government Center — Free, donations accepted — Learn to activate peace in your life with mindfulness and breathing techniques.
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SurDeluxe Spanish Rock Night
7-8 p.m. — Legends Sports Bar & Lounge — Ticketed event — Experience the best of Spanish rock music live in Naples.
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GGCC After School Activities Week 17
3-6 p.m. — Golden Gate Community Center — Registration required — A safe and fun environment for kids with sports, arts, crafts, and homework time.
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Ed Larson Live Comedy Show
7-11 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy laughs from comedian Ed Larson, known for his sharp roast jokes and lively performances.
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The Hallelujah Girls
7:30 p.m. — The Naples Players at Sugden Community Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience an entertaining performance of The Hallelujah Girls in a vibrant local venue.
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ENCP Mom's Night Out
6-8 p.m. — East Naples Community Park — Pizza provided — Celebrate Mother's Day early with crafts for kids and relaxation time for parents.
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Jim Norton: Now You Know Live
6 PM — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience the sharp wit of Jim Norton in an intimate comedy setting.
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Mother's Day Dinner Celebration
2-9 p.m. — Giuseppe and the Lion — Happy Hour food and drinks — Make Mother’s Day memorable with dinner specials and a festive atmosphere.
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