Good morning, Naples.

On Sunday, July 13th, 2025, Clyde Butcher + Betty Osceola spoke at the Clyde Butcher Big Cypress Gallery in Ochopee about how Alligator Alcatraz has affected the Everglades.

Green iguanas are an invasive species that damage gardens and sidewalks and can spread salmonella to people — they have become common in Southwest Florida.

This week the Naples Daily News and The News-Press will show photos and stories about these reptiles.

Lee Health reminds residents enjoying outdoor activities in Naples to protect themselves from the sun during UV Safety Awareness Month by using broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher and wearing protective clothing.

The team advises wearing sunglasses and hats—measures that help reduce the risk of skin and eye damage.

Planned Parenthood of South, East and North Florida and Planned Parenthood of Southwest and Central Florida merged to form Planned Parenthood of Florida, a new organization that will expand services by increasing hours, service days and telehealth options across 67 counties.

The merger will streamline operations—providing more coordinated care amid a shifting health care landscape.

A poll asks Southwest Florida readers to vote on the best football FHSAA champion or state finalist team among 11 squads that reached a state title game, which includes the two-time champion Naples High and title winners from First Baptist and Immokalee — voting closes Friday, July 18 at 10 a.m.

Omaya Studio: Spiritual Q&A

7-9 p.m. — Omaya Studio — Free entry — Engage in a live conversation exploring ego, energy, and inner awakening in a supportive environment.

Free Mosquitofish Distribution

6-8 p.m. — Sugden Regional Park — Free event — Get free mosquitofish to help control mosquito larvae in standing water around your home.

Opening Reception of Local Dining Experience

5:30-7 p.m. — Collier Museum at Government Center — Not specified — Celebrate Naples' culinary heritage from beloved dive bars to haute cuisine.

Rafi Bastos Stand-Up Comedy

6:30-8:00 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — VIP and General Admission options — Experience hilarious and thought-provoking comedy from renowned Brazilian comic Rafi Bastos.

Early Summer Tasting Experience

5-8:30 p.m. — Old Vines Supper Club — Menu & Reservations Available — Experience a signature tasting menu curated for the season at a highly-rated venue.

Artists in Bloom Exhibition

July 19 - October 26 — Naples Botanical Garden — Regular admission — Discover artistic interpretations inspired by the botanical beauty of Naples.

Artists in Bloom

10 a.m. — Naples Botanical Garden — Included with admission — Explore diverse artistic interpretations inspired by the vibrant landscapes of the garden.

Artists in Bloom

July 19 - October 26 — Naples Botanical Garden — Free with admission — Explore diverse artistic interpretations inspired by the garden's vibrant landscapes.

Artists in Bloom Exhibition

July 19 – October 26 — Naples Botanical Garden — Entry fee required — Explore diverse artistic interpretations inspired by the lush landscapes of the garden.

Artists in Bloom Exhibition

All day — Naples Botanical Garden — Admission fee applies — Discover the artistic interpretations of nature's beauty in a vibrant display of creativity.