Good morning, Naples.

As the legal fight over SNAP benefits continues, local stores in Southwest Florida are offering free kids meals while charities report increased food pantry use.

DoorDash has launched an Emergency Food Response to deliver 1 million free meals to over 300 Project DASH partners this month—providing extra support until the government shutdown ends.

The AFP Collier-Lee Chapter will honor local philanthropists at its National Philanthropy Day Celebration on Nov.

18 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Baker Senior Center (6200 Autumn Oaks Lane) where Eileen Connolly-Keesler is recognized as the 2025 Outstanding Fundraising Executive.

Oakes Farms in Immokalee is suing its former vice president Steven Anthony Veneziano Jr. for $50,000 in interest and attorneys' fees—he is accused of misusing company funds by using company credit cards for personal expenses and diverting produce orders after leaving the firm in November 2024.

Officers and search teams are looking for 68-year-old Matthew Thomas Bailey, who disappeared near Bayshore Drive and Holly Avenue at 3:30 a.m. Friday as record cold weather raises concerns and community members check their homes for clues—a tip to the Collier County Sheriff's Office is requested.

The Naples Veterans Museum reopened Tuesday at its new location in the Collier County Government Center—nearly three times larger than its old airport space.

The nonprofit museum now displays over 2,000 military artifacts and is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Grumpy Goat Coffee will host its free Thanksgiving Sips and Bites tasting event on November 20 at its Bonita Springs roastery (where locals can sample treats and meet food artisans).

Restaurateur Vincenzo Betulia has transformed a former French brasserie into Tulia Italian Steak, which now serves a range of steaks and Italian dishes in a refreshed space.

New Zumper data shows that in September, Naples apartment rental listing prices increased 7% from last month's $3,000 to $3,200—though they dropped 9% from last year's $3,500 median for all listings.

Data from Realtor.com shows that in August the median home price in Collier County dropped slightly from $595,000 in July to $588,000.

Prices for single-family homes increased by about 7% while condo and townhome prices fell over 7% (total sales rose 5% compared to last year).

A Naples home in the Port Royal neighborhood sold for $23.2 million and topped Collier County's list of the ten priciest homes in October.

Sales ranged from $6.3 million to over $23 million with four top deals occurring in Port Royal — the report shows strong high-end market activity.

W.O.N.D.E.R Program at Naples Botanical Garden

10 a.m. — Naples Botanical Garden — Included with admission — Engage families in interactive activities that inspire walking, observing, navigating, drawing, exploring, and reading.

Irving Berlin's White Christmas

2:00 – 3:30 PM — Gulfshore Playhouse — Ticket prices vary — Experience the uplifting story and beloved songs of a classic holiday film treasured by families.

W.O.N.D.E.R Family Program

10 a.m. — Naples Botanical Garden — Included with admission — Engage families in fun educational activities that encourage exploration and creativity.

Lisa Curry Live

7-8:30 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Two item minimum purchase — Enjoy a night of laughter with internationally touring comedian Lisa Curry.

Storytime at the Children's Museum of Naples

10 a.m. — Golisano Children's Museum of Naples — Free with admission — Enjoy engaging storytimes with hands-on activities promoting early literacy skills for preschoolers.

Little Women: The Musical

7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Naples Players at Sugden Community Theatre — $42-$57 — Celebrate the holiday season with the heartwarming musical adaptation of Louisa May Alcott's classic tale.

Little Women: The Musical

7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Naples Players at Sugden Community Theatre — $55-$57 individual tickets — Celebrate the holidays with the heartwarming magic of this timeless tale of love, family, and resilience.

Jazz Night at Opera Naples

7-10 p.m. — Opera Naples — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of delightful jazz in a vibrant setting perfect for all ages.

Storytime at the Children's Museum of Naples

10 a.m. — Golisano Children's Museum of Naples — Free with admission — Engage your preschooler in fun stories and activities to promote literacy and early learning skills.

W.O.N.D.E.R. Program

10 a.m. — Naples Botanical Garden — Included with Garden admission — Engage families in fun activities to Walk, Observe, Navigate, Draw, Explore, and Read.