Naples
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Thursday, July 31st, 2025
Good morning, Naples. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 31st of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A Naples resident donated money to the Greater Naples Fire Rescue District to purchase pet oxygen masks for emergencies—an effort motivated by the loss of her dog, Donny, to help protect animals during fires. News-Press
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ St. Matthew's House Thrift Store in East Naples is set to reopen Wednesday at 10 a.m. after a car crash nearly four months ago—where a driver allegedly hit the store and injured six people—prompted safety upgrades that included installing blue bollards and redesigning the interior into a more open space. WINK News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Home Depot announced its 2025 Halloween collection that will feature a new, interactive Ultra Skelly—a 6.5-foot app-controlled figure that lets users change its movement and sounds—and classic favorites including the 12-foot Skelly, Skelly’s Dog, and a new Skelly’s Cat, with products going on sale Aug. 4 in stores and online. News-Press
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Collier County Sheriff’s Office is asking for help finding Dawn Lea Smith, 46, who was last heard from on July 30 after leaving her East Naples home and may have been driving her 2007 brown Porsche Cayenne with a temporary tag — anyone with information should call 239-252-9300. NBC2
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Southwest Florida offers a busy week of events starting today with Cirque du Soleil’s 'OVO' at Hertz Arena until Aug. 3, plus a three-day Mullet Madness on Fort Myers Beach from Aug. 1–3 featuring mullet tosses, live music and contests, and a rock musical 'Grease' at Players Circle Theater running until Aug. 10. News-Press
- ➤ Naples’ Baker Museum was recently accredited by the American Alliance of Museums and will celebrate its 25th anniversary with upcoming exhibitions featuring Tamara de Lempicka and Ansel Adams. The museum will display a transformational donation of 74 glass and ceramic artworks — and it offers free admission on Sundays through August 31. News-Press
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Artists in Bloom
July 19 – October 26 — Naples Botanical Garden — Free entry — Explore diverse artworks inspired by the vibrant landscapes of the garden.
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Back to School Bash & Backpack Giveaway
11 AM – 4 PM — Golden Gate Community Park — Free entry — Enjoy free backpacks, fun games, and family-friendly activities to kick off the school year.
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Artists in Bloom Exhibition
July 19 – October 26 — Naples Botanical Garden — General admission required — Experience a vibrant art exhibition inspired by the stunning landscapes of the botanical garden.
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Artists in Bloom Exhibition
July 19 - October 26 — Naples Botanical Garden — Admission varies — Explore the vibrant interpretations of nature by diverse artists.
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SWFL Entrepreneur Connect
10 AM – 12 PM — Keiser University Naples — Free entry — Engage with industry experts for inspiration and education in a dynamic networking environment.
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Ryan Joseph Comedy Show
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — 2 item minimum purchase — Enjoy well-written classic jokes from one of America's top joke writers.
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Greg Warren Stand-Up Comedy Show
7-8:30 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — VIP and General Admission available — Enjoy a night of laughter with nationally touring comedian Greg Warren.
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Omaya Studio: Full Moon Ceremony
7-9 p.m. — Omaya Studio — Cost varies — Experience a serene evening of yoga, sound healing, and herbal tea tasting for a night of renewal.
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Steve Hytner Live Comedy Show
6-7:30 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — 2 item minimum purchase required — Enjoy an evening of laughs with comedian Steve Hytner, recognized for his role on 'Seinfeld'.
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Dave Williamson Live Comedy Show
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughs with comedian Dave Williamson, known for his BBQ humor and engaging storytelling.
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~ Friedrich Nietzsche
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