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Thursday, December 4th, 2025
Good morning, Naples. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 4th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Baker Senior Center Naples has named Renee R. Lee as its new managing director — she will oversee more than 40 weekly programs at the 30,000 sqft center to keep adults 60 and older active and engaged. Florida Weekly
- ➤ The Naples Italian American Foundation honored retired Air Force Col. Rick LoCastro (Collier County Commissioner) on Nov. 11 during its annual Veterans Day luncheon, presenting him with a commemorative plaque for his military service and civic leadership. Naples Daily News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Lee County law enforcement urges drivers this holiday season to avoid impaired driving—caused by alcohol, drugs, prescription medication or drowsiness—to prevent fatal crashes, noting that one life is lost every 42 minutes from these risky behaviors. News-Press
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Tony and Grammy Award-winning Leslie Odom Jr. brought his Christmas Tour to Artis — Naples on Dec. 3, delivering an intimate evening of holiday favorites and soulful standards for a sold-out audience after last year’s success. ABC7
- ➤ Naples Botanical Garden hosts Johnsonville Night Lights, a tropical winter wonderland with bright lights and festive activities (including magic wands and themed photo props). The event runs in the evenings from Nov. 28 through Jan. 4. Florida Weekly
- ➤ Riverside Park in Bonita Springs is offering holiday lights and nightly music through December at 10451 Old 41 Road. A snowy Holiday in the Park event on Dec. 2 featured snow slides, snow piles, free cookies and cider, and a Santa visit for families. News-Press
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ If weather conditions and authorization allow, Conservation Collier will conduct ecological burns on six preserves—from Immokalee to Naples—between December and April to improve wildlife habitat and reduce fire risk, with local residents receiving mail notifications. WGCU
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today warned that Abbott Diabetes Care's FreeStyle Libre 3 sensors have given incorrect readings, contributing to over 700 serious injuries and seven deaths worldwide. Naples residents using these devices should check their sensor status and stop using them until they receive a free replacement. NBC2
- ➤ Flu cases are rising and Lee Health will hold a news conference at its convenient care clinic on Metro Parkway on Wednesday to offer guidance on managing symptoms (experts advise that getting vaccinated can reduce severe effects, even with a new flu strain circulating). WINK News
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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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Kelly & Mason's Night Lights Performance
6-9 p.m. — Naples Botanical Garden — Tickets required — Enjoy a magical evening with Christmas favorites and stunning light displays in the garden.
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Gattle’s Game Night— Let’s Mahjong!
5:30-8:00 p.m. — Gattle's Fine Linens — Participation varies — Enjoy a lively evening of Mahjong with guidance for beginners and fun for seasoned players.
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Irving Berlin's White Christmas
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Gulfshore Playhouse — Check event page for pricing — Experience the beloved holiday classic filled with iconic tunes and heartwarming moments.
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Bryan Callen Stand-Up Show
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Off The Hook Comedy Club — 2 item minimum purchase — Enjoy a night of laughter with comedian Bryan Callen, known for his appearances on MAD TV and The Hangover.
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Irving Berlin's White Christmas
2 PM — Gulfshore Playhouse — Cost information not provided — Experience the magic of the classic film on stage this holiday season.
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FSC December Cars & Coffee
9-11 a.m. — Germain BMW South — Free entry — Explore incredible BMWs while enjoying coffee and breakfast treats with fellow car enthusiasts.
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