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Sunday, December 22nd, 2024

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Good morning, Naples. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 22nd of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Meals for Hope successfully united nearly 2,000 volunteers in Southwest Florida to pack one million meals in two hours during its annual Holidays Without Hunger event.  WINK News
  • Gulf Coast drivers are decorating their cars with Christmas lights for the holidays, adhering to Florida laws by avoiding certain colors and keeping safety in mind.  ABC7

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A 25-year-old woman from Goldsboro, North Carolina, died after her paint striping truck was involved in a multi-vehicle crash on I-75 in Naples, leading to a spill of 100 gallons of paint.  News-Press
  • Two crashes on I-75 in Collier County, involving multiple vehicles and a patrol car, resulted in temporary northbound lane closures near Pine Ridge Road.  Fox 4
  • A fatal car crash on I-75 in Collier County resulted in one fatality and minor injuries to a deputy early Saturday morning.  ABC7

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • The 'Elevate Florida' initiative, launching next year, will provide grants and low-interest loans to homeowners for flood protection measures, including home lifting.  NBC2

LIFESTYLE NEWS

  • The Ritz-Carlton in Naples, Florida, unveils a life-size gingerbread house made with 60,000 pieces of candy and offers holiday ice skating until December 27.  Fox 4

SPORTS NEWS

  • The FBU Freshman All-American Bowl in Naples features top high school freshmen football players nationwide, including local standouts Brady Quinn and Irell Dale.  ABC7

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Johnsonville Night Lights in the Garden - Naples

    Experience the festive atmosphere of thousands of lights at Naples Botanical Garden along with live music, photo opportunities, and holiday treats.

    Mon, 12/23/24

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  • Trivia Tuesday at Ankrolab Brewing

    Participate in competitive trivia while enjoying craft beers at Ankrolab Brewing, featuring fun themed trivia nights.

    Tue, 12/24/24

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  • Bayshore Run Club at Ankrolab Brewing

    Participate in a group run at Ankrolab Brewing, open to all fitness levels, with dog and stroller-friendly accommodations and post-run discounts on beer and food.

    Wed, 12/25/24

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  • Anthony Rodia: Live Stand-Up Comedy in Naples, Florida

    Anthony Rodia, the Italian-American comedian, will perform as part of his 'The Road Rage' tour, promising a night of laughter at Off The Hook Comedy Club.

    Thu, 12/26/24

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  • Early Winter Tasting Experience at Old Vines Restaurant

    The Early Winter Tasting Menu at Old Vines Supper Club features sophisticated dishes focusing on seasonal ingredients with optional wine pairings and decadent desserts.

    Fri, 12/27/24

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  • Ran Adler Exhibition at Naples Botanical Garden

    This exhibition showcases the work of assemblage artist Ran Adler, exploring themes of chaos and order through installations made from found materials in the unique setting of the Naples Botanical Garden.

    Sat, 12/28/24

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  • Ran Adler's Art Exhibition at Naples Botanical Garden

    This exhibition showcases Ran Adler's assemblage art, emphasizing his unique installations that transform chaos into order using found materials within the serene environment of the Naples Botanical Garden.

    Sun, 12/29/24

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  • Ran Adler Art Exhibition at Naples Botanical Garden

    The exhibition features the work of assemblage artist Ran Adler, showcasing his installations that transform chaos into order using found materials within the unique setting of Naples Botanical Garden.

    Mon, 12/30/24

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  • Children's New Year's Eve Celebration

    A half-day event for children ages 5-13 featuring activities, pizza, and snacks while counting down to noon on New Year's Eve.

    Tue, 12/31/24

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  • Omakase Wine Dinner Series

    Experience a unique Japanese dining adventure with a personalized omakase menu crafted by chefs, featuring seasonal ingredients and curated wine pairings.

    Wed, 1/8/25

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

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~ Anais Nin

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