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Wednesday, November 26th, 2025
Good morning, Naples. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 26th of November.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Big Book of Savings is now available with holiday deals, discounts and gift ideas from local businesses + the digital edition offers special offers to help readers save money this season. News-Press
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ WGCU’s guide reports there will be 20 performances of 'The Nutcracker' across Southwest Florida (with five ballet companies and three symphony orchestras) showcasing the holiday classic. In Naples, the Naples Ballet will perform at Hayes Hall at Artis-Naples (Nov. 29 at 7 p.m. and Nov. 30 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.) to bring festive dance to local audiences. WGCU
- ➤ WGCU has released a guide listing 19 Christmas shows at community and equity theaters across Southwest Florida from Marco Island to Sarasota. The guide highlights festive events such as a reading of David Sedaris’ Holidays on Ice at the Arts Center Theatre and a musical version of White Christmas at Gulfshore Playhouse—providing Naples audiences a range of holiday performances running through December. WGCU
- ➤ Three new shows open this week—and 12 productions continue at local equity and community theaters. 'Winter Wonderettes' at Off Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre delivers festive music and laughs—and 'It’s a Blunderful Life: An Improvised Hallmark Movie' at Florida Studio Theatre offers unscripted humor. WGCU
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Popular meal kit delivery, grocery, and health plan services are launching Black Friday deals that offer free meals and deep discounts to ease holiday stress. Shoppers in Naples are urged to act quickly as these offers expire soon—details vary by provider. News-Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. DeSantis proposed new legislation to regulate pet breeders and protect puppies from inhumane practices—aiming to license breeders, impose penalties for mistreatment, and require pet stores to offer shelter space; the plan will be considered during the legislative session starting Jan. 13. WGCU
- ➤ The wooden playground at Cambier Park in Naples was demolished on Monday after city staff found the 30-year-old structure unsafe for children — city officials have approved $2 million for a new design featuring themes like treehouse and aquatic play while retaining swings, shade structures, a climber, and monkey bars. The project will move forward once the city finalizes proposals with a selected vendor. ABC7
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Popular meal kit, grocery delivery and health plan services will offer major Black Friday discounts this weekend — including free meals, discounted boxes and low prices to help Naples residents save money and time during the busy holiday season. The offers, which run through Cyber Monday, promise an easy way to plan healthy dinners and skip crowded stores. Naples Daily News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ At JetBlue park in Lee County, Naples’ Tony Esposito, 91, set a record as the oldest player in the Roy Hobbs World Series by pitching scoreless innings and coaching his teammates. He said he loves playing baseball and is scheduling a knee replacement for winter 2026—he will return next fall. WGCU
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Miss Jen's Family Storytime Yoga
10:00-10:30 a.m. — Collier County Library - Headquarters Branch — Free entry — Engage in stories and movement with simple yoga activities for little ones.
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Kevin Herrera Live
6-7:30 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience Kevin's unfiltered comedy inspired by life's challenges and humor found in everyday moments.
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Kevin Herrera Live Comedy Show
6-7:30 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Minimum 2 item purchase — Enjoy Kevin Herrera's raw and relatable comedy inspired by life experiences.
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Kelly & Mason Night Lights Concert
6-9 p.m. — Naples Botanical Garden — Tickets required — Experience a magical evening with live music under the stars.
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Crystal Marie Live Performance
7:00-8:30 PM — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of laughs with comedian Crystal Marie as she showcases her talent.
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James Murray Live Comedy Show
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience an interactive stand-up comedy show with James Murray from Impractical Jokers.
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Friday Playdate at Estates Library
10 AM – 12 PM — Estates Library — Free entry — Enjoy open playtime with your little ones while connecting with other parents over coffee and pastries.
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Johnsonville Night Lights in the Garden
11:59 PM – 1:29 AM — Naples Botanical Garden — Admission fee applies — Experience a tropical winter wonderland illuminated by enchanting lights.
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Craig Shoemaker Live Comedy Show
6-7:30 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Ticket purchase required — Enjoy a night of laughter with the renowned comedian Craig Shoemaker.
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Craig Shoemaker Live
7-8:30 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Ticket purchase required — Experience hilarious stand-up from a celebrated comedian with a rich entertainment history.
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