Good morning, Naples.

Singer Deniece Williams visited Naples and attended the Pace Center for Girls’ Crazy Pantz fundraiser at The Players Club & Spa on April 30, where she performed hits including 'Let's Hear It For The Boy' and 'God Is Amazing.' The four-time Grammy winner (turning 75 in June) said she was honored by the event and will finish a book and record one more album with longtime music friends.

Keewaydin Island, once known as Kee Island, was a winter retreat with a school and popular camps in the 1890s (locals stopped a road and bridge from being built to protect the island).

Today the island is 80% public land that hosts private homes and wildlife, with conservation efforts led by Rookery Bay Reserve (historic properties include a home once shared by the Biden family).

On April 1 just after sunrise, photojournalist Andrew West captured an osprey catching a fish at the Bailey Tract of the J.N.

Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge on Sanibel Island—he said perfect light from behind him made the clean background highlight the bird—while he was covering a story on wading birds.

Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a law Friday that creates new hurdles for the citizens’ initiative process by requiring petition circulators to register, imposing strict deadlines and fines, and making it a felony to collect too many signatures from non-family members—critics say the changes will raise costs and block grassroots campaigns from getting measures on the ballot. The law also bars noncitizens, non-residents and Floridians with unresolved felony convictions from gathering signatures and outlaws using public funds for political ads on proposed constitutional amendments.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

GGCC ASA W/S Week 18

3-6 p.m. — Golden Gate Community Center — Registration required — A fun and safe environment for kids with sports, arts, and homework assistance.

Naples Historical Society’s Talk of the Town!

2-3 p.m. — Collier Museum at Government Center — Free entry — Discover the captivating history of Naples and the events that shaped the community.

ELCP Kobudo Training

7:00 PM - 7:30 PM — Donna Fiala Eagle Lakes Community Park — Cost varies (uniform/testing fees) — Enhance your Karate skills with Kobudo to improve dexterity and coordination.

Naples Ballet - The Sleeping Beauty

7-8:30 p.m. — Artis—Naples — Tickets available — Experience Tchaikovsky's enchanting ballet masterpiece that has captivated audiences for over 130 years.