Good morning, Naples.

On November 5, Mercato will host the Deep Blue Debut fundraiser at 9110 Strada Place to unveil its new 6,700-square-foot piazza with a covered stage, retractable LED screen and lounge seating; tickets cost $125 per person or $200 per pair—proceeds will benefit Guadalupe Center.

On November 6 the public will enjoy the Mercato Nights Music Series from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the same renovated space.

YMCA of Collier County has reached 75% of its $8.5 million goal after a $100,000 gift on Oct 17 while it builds a new 17,000 square-foot Healthy Living Center at its south campus on Marco Island.

The center will have second-floor balconies and a drop off plus seating areas that look over tennis and pickleball courts, and it will open in late 2026.

The Patriot Fund will host its 5th Annual Stars & Stripes Gala on November 7 at The Ritz-Carlton Naples Beach Resort, where guests will enjoy live and silent auctions, dinner, special speakers, performers & live music to support Veterans.

The event celebrates a decade of partnership with Veteran-centric groups while the Fund aims to raise $2,000,000 for Veterans in 2025.

Naples Stone Crab Festival 2025 is set from Oct.

24-26 at Tin City, where the season starts with a ceremonial cracking of the first stone crab claw + the event features free live music, local crafts, and boat tours.

An evening of comedic music and live animal encounters will be held at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov.

4 at Spanish Wells Country Club in Bonita Springs to support Animals Lives Matter L.L.C.—the event will feature a live performance by Jimmy Keys, a three-course dinner, and complimentary valet parking as funds raise money for the new Bonita Springs Wonder Gardens Animal Care Center.

Pianist Natasha Paremski will perform at Daniels Pavilion at Artis—Naples on November 6 at 7 p.m. as part of the Grand Piano Series, where she will present works by Mason, Chopin, Prokofiev, and Stravinsky to channel composers’ visions.

Bonita Springs artist Tammy DeCaro has launched her 'Fluid 15' exhibit at Arts Bonita Visual Arts Campus this week, showcasing 15 fluid art styles created with one color palette.

The exhibit features works inspired by events like Hurricane Ian and is open to the public through early December — inviting visitors to explore creative techniques.

The new Everglades Elevated Boardwalk gives travelers a chance to see ponds, paths and native plants off I-75 along Alligator Alley.

FDOT spent $12 million building the boardwalk after a visitor asked for a more engaging stop—making it a popular spot to enjoy Florida’s nature.

The National Hurricane Center expects Tropical Storm Melissa to become a hurricane today—possibly a major one—while forecasters note that any impact on Florida will likely be limited to waves and rip currents, and two tropical waves in the Atlantic are also being monitored.

In Naples and Marco Island, 56.1% of homebuyers paid in cash—compared to 28% nationwide and 22% before the pandemic—showing a strong trend toward all-cash deals in today’s market.

Jazz Night

7-8 p.m. — Opera Naples — Ticketed event — Enjoy an enchanting evening of live jazz music in Naples.

The Princess Bride in Concert

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Artis—Naples — Details not specified — Experience a live orchestral performance of Mark Knopfler’s score as the beloved film screens above.

Wellness 1 Day Workshop

9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Dimension Event Center — Includes refreshments — Focus on workplace wellness and self-care for a healthier life.

Trunk or Treat at Keiser University Naples

5-8 p.m. — Keiser University Naples — Free entry — Enjoy a family-friendly evening of Halloween fun with trunk-or-treating activities.

Sean Madden Stand-Up Comedy Show

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — VIP and General Admission — Enjoy a night of laughter with viral sensation Sean Madden known for his 'Florida Man' character.

Comedy Night with OMGITSWICKS & Friends

7:00 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience the hilarious chaos of Florida life with comedian OMGITSWICKS and his special guests.

9 to 5 Auditions

12 p.m. — The Naples Players at Sugden Community Theatre — Free entry — Showcase your talent and audition for the comedic musical 9 to 5.

David Sedaris Performance

7-10 p.m. — Hayes Hall at Artis—Naples — Tickets from $116 — Experience the wit and humor of David Sedaris in a delightful evening of storytelling.

An Evening with Don McMillan

6:30-8 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Minimum purchase required — Enjoy a unique comedy experience featuring charts and humor from a former engineer turned entertainer.

Ellen Skrmetti Live

7-8:30 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Check venue for ticket prices — Experience sharp wit and soft heart from Southern sensation Ellen Skrmetti.