‘Entertainment’ Archives
SAMI Fall Ladies Day Race
Ladies will be at the helm of the boats racing under sail this Saturday, Sept. 11, off the beaches of Marco Island and Keewaydin Island. For the past few years the Sailing Association of Marco Island (SAMI) has been featuring "Ladies Day" races where the boats carry their usual crews but a lady has to be handling the helm. These events are very [...]
Phoenix Falling
Last week, I sat down at a comfortable Starbucks café in downtown Naples and talked with drummer Colby Peters and guitarist Christian Logaglio of Phoenix Falling. Phoenix Falling is a local group from Naples who is shining in the spotlight currently. With their ever-growing fan base, the band is awaiting imminent studio backing. Colby and [...]
Peter Pan
A review by Rosie Poling The Peter Pan Play turned out great! It was directed by the famous Gina Sisbarro and choreographed by Brianna Blassneck. As Wendy, I loved every minute and it seemed like the audience did too! The audience took flight with Peter Pan (played by Jacob Hartman), John (played by Jacob Hurtley), little Michael (played [...]
Twenty-First Birthday Bash
Those who helped Crazy Flamingo celebrate their Twenty-First birthday weren’t disappointed! The crowds and clear weather helped make the event a success, along with great food, hot off the grill, and cold drinks to beat the heat. Jeff Hilt entertained the crowd throughout the day with his melodic guitar and tunes everyone likes to sing along [...]
JR Productions Presents “Seussical”
MARCO YMCA Summer Theater Camp (For children entering grades 4 thru 8) and JR Productions Presents "Seussical" to be performed at New Life Community Church of God 590 W. Elkcam Cir. Performance: Sat. August 14th at 2pm Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty have lovingly brought to life all of our favorite Dr. Seuss characters, [...]
The Bird is Legal!
The legend began twenty-one years ago as of August 1. A man who many Marco Islanders knew well, Tony Rainone, opened the Crazy Flamingo in Town Center just off of Collier Blvd, where it can still be found today. Turning twenty-one is a rite of passage in American society, and therefore “The Bird” will be celebrating with a fabulous party on [...]
Enjoy Alice’s madcap adventures!
JR Productions, part of the YMCA Summer Theater Program for children entering grades 4-8, will present “Alice in Wonderland, JR” at the New Life Community Church (on Elkcam Circle) on Saturday, July 31, at 2 p.m. Kids—sign up now for the next production, “Seussical JR, The Musical” Camp August 9-13!
Everglades City Independence Day Celebration
Celebrate Independence Day at a family-fun event in historic Everglades City on Saturday, July 3. This small friendly community will have a Patriotic Parade, arts & crafts sale, raffle, contest for best-dressed kiddies, music, and food. The event kicks off at 9:30 a.m. with the opening ceremony. The theme this year is“Honoring Our Local [...]
Spammy Jammy
Hurricane season has officially started here in Southwest Florida and we all know what that means. It’s time to start stocking up on fresh water, batteries, flashlights, and generators. However, purchasing all these supplies can become very time consuming as well as expensive. If you don’t have the time or money to be prepared I suggest taking [...]
