Good morning, Naples.

The City of Naples will host its Christmas Parade on Tuesday, Dec.

9 at 6:30 p.m. The parade will travel from Third Street South to City Hall and close streets from 3 p.m. with parking available (via city-operated garages) until roads reopen by 2 a.m. on Dec. 10.

On Friday morning, Naples leaders, firefighters, and families gathered downtown to unveil Christensen Way near Fire Station 1 in memory of firefighter Anthony (Tony) Christensen, a 22-year veteran who died in 2020 after battling COVID.

The new naming honors his service and lasting legacy in the community.

Naples Grande Beach Resort will build a new water park soon as local residents and city leaders raise concerns over the project.

The proposal could change the area if approved.

The Collier County Salvation Army has transformed a former Rooms To Go store into a holiday toy shop in Naples to help local families this Christmas season—so far 6,000 applications have been submitted and the shop needs 21,000 more toys from community business collection boxes.

Volunteers in Naples are preparing to send over 16,000 handwritten holiday-cards to veterans at more than 250 facilities across 10 states, continuing a tradition started by Renee Whisner.

Local VFW Auxiliary members meet weekly and will deliver the cards for veterans in hospitals, nursing homes and clinics this holiday season.

FGCU’s PGA-accredited golf management program pairs students with local PGA professionals for mentorship and paid internships in Southwest Florida, giving graduates hands-on experience in the local golf industry.

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission has set up its first black bear hunt since 2015, which begins today in approved areas in Collier, Lee, and Hendry counties.

The hunt will end on Dec. 28 or once the quota is reached.

Suffolk and the Lee County Port Authority celebrated topping off Phase 2 of the Southwest Florida International Airport terminal expansion — workers placed the final steel beam on Dec.

5. The project will add a 14‐gate concourse, retail space and airfield improvements to boost capacity.

Developers Tony Oliverio and Gary Van Cleef plan to build a 100-room hotel on a 1.3-acre parcel near Winn-Dixie on Marco Island if city officials do not respond to their proposal by year-end — they offered to return cemetery land to the church that sold it in 2006.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Johnsonville Night Lights in the Garden

11:59 p.m. — Naples Botanical Garden — Ticket purchase required — Stroll through a winter wonderland illuminated by thousands of lights while enjoying live music and festive treats.

Gary Owen Live Comedy Show

9:00-10:30 PM — Off The Hook Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughter with one of America's favorite comedians.