Naples
Today
Monday, August 18th, 2025
Good morning, Naples. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 18th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Community Cooperative—serving over 46,000 people each year—is hosting its 19th Becoming Cosmopolitan: Mad About Hunger fundraiser on Sept. 25 to support those facing food insecurity in Southwest Florida. VIP tickets cost $250 and general admission is $150. News-Press
- ➤ Car and coffee lovers gathered at Mercato in Naples yesterday for the Cars and Coffee event held from 9 to 11 a.m.—a monthly event that supported local nonprofit Laces of Love, which has provided over 300,000 sneakers to children in need in Collier and Lee counties. Founded by Becky Grafer-Harle and Scott Harle, the fourth-year event showcased unique cars and served fresh coffee. NBC2
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A suspect broke into a home on the 5200 block of 24th Avenue Southwest early Sunday at 5:04 a.m. and stabbed a woman who was airlifted by Med Flight to the hospital—no arrests have been made. ABC7
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Collier County adopted Ordinance No. 2025-22 to set new rules for electric bicycles, including age limits, speed restrictions, and a ban on e-bikes over 750 watts on sidewalks and bike lanes — the measure follows many past bicycle and pedestrian accidents. In a separate note, an attorney explained that guidelines for placing umbrellas on lanais vary by community documents — owners should check their association rules before installing them. Naples Daily News
- ➤ An archived account details Collier County’s law enforcement history since July 7, 1923—with W.R. Maynard as its first sheriff and later leaders tracking criminals in the Everglades and starting youth programs—to shape the agency over the decades. Past sheriffs like Thorp, Hendry, Rogers, Hunter, and Rambosk advanced public safety while growing the department and adapting to a changing community. Naples Daily News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Lee Health Cancer Institute has opened a new Cancer Support Community in Suite 401 of the Regional Cancer Center that offers free support groups and educational programs for patients, caregivers, and survivors — available in person and online. The program, led by licensed professionals, provides guidance on nutrition, movement, and coping skills to help those affected by cancer. Naples Daily News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Florida's new law requires condo boards to hold video conference meetings at a physical location — with posted notices, agendas, and recordings kept with official records for one year — and gives owners the same speaking rights as in-person attendees. Boards with over 10 units must meet quarterly and governments mandate associations with 150+ units set up a website by January 1 for posting meeting documents. Naples Daily News
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Grafted: Passport to Burgundy
5:30-7 p.m. — Old Vines Supper Club — $55 per person — Explore the elegance of Burgundy wines with a guided tasting experience and light bites.
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Matt Bergman Stand-Up Show
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Ticket required — Enjoy a night of laughter with comedian Matt Bergman.
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EMBELLISHED Wearable Art Show
7-11 p.m. — Bayshore Arts District Naples FL — Free entry — Experience the fusion of nature and creativity in Naples' vibrant arts district featuring wearable art and local design studios.
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ENCP Space Exploration for Kids
6-8 p.m. — East Naples Community Park — Pre-registration required — Kids will explore space through drawing, learning constellations, and using a telescope.
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Felipe Esparza Stand-Up Comedy Show
6-7:30 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Ticket purchase required — Enjoy a night of laughs with the talented comedian and actor, Felipe Esparza, known for his Netflix specials and engaging podcast.
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Shop for a Cause Pop-Up Shop
3-6 p.m. — AC Hotel Naples 5th Avenue — Free entry — An afternoon of fashion, fun, and philanthropy with unique local vendors and tasty bites.
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Omakase Wine Dinner Series
6:30-9 p.m. — Old Vines Supper Club — $150 per person — Savor a unique multi-course dish paired with exquisite wines guided by expert chefs and sommeliers.
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Pop-Up Activities
11-11:15 a.m. — Golisano Childrens Museum of Naples — Free with admission — Enjoy engaging dance parties and STEAM challenges designed for young children.
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Comedy Night with Kevin Farley
6:30-8 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Requires 2-item minimum purchase — Enjoy an evening with the comedic talents of Kevin Farley, known for his upbeat performances and entertaining storytelling.
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Kevin Farley Live Stand-Up Comedy
6-7:30 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Tickets required — Enjoy an evening of laughter with comedian Kevin Farley, known for his upbeat entertainment and iconic roles in comedy.
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~ Socrates
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