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Friday, May 15th, 2026
Good morning, Naples. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 15th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Naples Aviation ranked eighth among U.S. fixed-base operators in the 2026 PRASE Survey — up from 10th last year — and is now the fifth-best independent FBO, based on feedback from aircraft operators at Naples Airport. Florida Weekly
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ STARability Music Academy hosts a free recital titled “Reveling with Ravel” on Wednesday, May 20 from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Sharon and Timothy Ubben Signature Event Space at Artis—Naples to showcase original pieces by participants with autism and developmental disabilities. Florida Weekly
- ➤ Marco Island Historical Museum received the 2026 Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Award after winning the Marco in Bloom Award at a City Council meeting on Apr. 6; the museum, located at 180 S. Heathwood Drive, offers free admission Tuesday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Florida Weekly
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Florida faces a childcare crisis as nearly 129,000 children lack accessible care and national costs have risen 5.2% over the past year. Naples families may soon feel this impact if local centers struggle to meet demand & rising expenses strain household budgets. NBC2
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Water samples collected from Southwest Florida beaches show microplastics are widespread along our coast (prompting further research on environmental impact). The study highlights a growing pollution issue affecting local marine life. NBC2
- ➤ Scientists at the Climate Prediction Center forecast a developing El Niño may reduce Atlantic hurricane activity during peak season as forecasts show an 82% chance it emerges next month + a 96% chance conditions persist through February to lower storm risks in Florida. News-Press
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Baker Senior Center Naples celebrates Older Americans Month by championing healthy aging for adults over 60 — the center offers social activities, health screenings and a food pantry at its 30,000-sqft facility on Autumn Oaks Lane in Collier and southern Lee counties. Naples Daily News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Naples recently announced three lodging promotions to ease stress for special needs visitors. The Autism Double-Checked Comfort Stay offer gives families up to 20% off accommodations with specialized staff training & a visitor guide available year-round. Naples Daily News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Waterfront land in Naples, once owned by the L.L. Bean family, sold for $37 million on May 14. The 1.32-acre property along Fifth Avenue South, with 130 feet of beach frontage, offered the buyer an option to build a family compound (the deed is pending in Collier County). Naples Daily News
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W.O.N.D.E.R. in the Garden
10 AM – 12 PM — Naples Botanical Garden — Included with admission — A family-friendly program to imagine, create, and explore together in a beautiful setting.
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Comedy Night with Erica Rhodes
6-9 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Ticket purchase required — Enjoy an evening of laughs with Erica Rhodes, a standout comic from America's Got Talent.
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Chelo Chelo Comedy Show
7-8:30 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Cost varies — Experience high-energy comedy from rising star Chelo Chelo blending cultural humor and storytelling.
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Comedian Andy Haynes Live in Naples
7 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Tickets available — Enjoy an evening of laughter with comedian Andy Haynes.
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Breathwork Reset Workshop
6:30-8 p.m. — Omaya Studio — $ — Experience a 90-min breathwork journey to release stress and reconnect with your inner balance.
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Comedian David Lucas Live Performance
May 22-23 — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Ticket purchase required — Enjoy a night of laughter with stand-up from a rising comedy star.
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Cocktail Making Class
5-8 p.m. — Celebration Park Naples — Equipment provided — Mix three delightful cocktails with tropical flavors as the sun sets.
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W.O.N.D.E.R. in the Garden
10 a.m. - 12 p.m. — Naples Botanical Garden — Included with admission — Families can explore and engage in creative activities together in a vibrant garden setting.
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W.O.N.D.E.R. in the Garden
10 a.m. - 12 p.m. — Naples Botanical Garden — Included with admission — Families create, explore, and enjoy interactive lessons in a beautiful garden setting.
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Family Storytime
10:30-11:15 a.m. — Estates Library — Free event — Engage your child’s imagination with stories, activities, and a creative art project.
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