Southwest Florida: Events in 2008
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May 2008
Taste of Collier
Sample the tastiest treats from Collier County’s top restaurants at this 25th annual event from Noon to 4 pm along Third Street South in Old Naples.
Usually the first weekend in May.
May 4, 2008
Great Dock Canoe Race
Wildly decorated canoes and costumed paddlers compete in this annual "just for fun" race event in Naples Bay in front of The Dock restaurant and Naples City Dock.
Naples City Dock
May 10, 2008
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June 2008
Spammy Jammy
Crazy party at Little Bar Restaurant in the village of Goodland on Marco Island. Appease the hurricane gods with contributions of crazy SPAM sculpture. Attendees come in their best pajamas. Don't ask, just show up and have a great time.
Exact date to be announced — June 2008
SummerJazz on the Gulf
Free summer jazz concerts on the lawn overlooking the Gulf of Mexico
Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club, Naples
One per month in June, July, August and September
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July 2008
SummerJazz on the Gulf
Free summer jazz concerts on the lawn overlooking the Gulf of Mexico
Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club, Naples
One per month in June, July, August and September
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August 2008
SummerJazz on the Gulf
Free summer jazz concerts on the lawn overlooking the Gulf of Mexico
Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club, Naples
One per month in June, July, August and September
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September 2008
SummerJazz on the Gulf
Free summer jazz concerts on the lawn overlooking the Gulf of Mexico
Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club, Naples
One per month in June, July, August and September
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November 2008
Beach Treasure Sale
On the first Saturday in November, the Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park sponsors a sale of found treasure to benefit park projects. Admission to the sale is free with park admission.
Call (239) 597-6196 for more information.
Old Florida Festival
On the first weekend in November, the Collier County Museum sponsors an indoor and outdoor festival celebrating the history of Florida, complete with pirates, conquerors and early settlers, with plenty of refreshments and live entertainment to delight everyone in the family.
Call (239) 774-8476 for more information.
American Indian Arts Celebration
In mid-November, during American Indian Heritage Month, the Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum sponsors a celebration of Native American culture and heritage, on the Seminole Big Cypress Reservation, where you can learn about doll making, sweet grass basketry, sample Seminole food and enjoy southeastern Native American dancing.
Call (863) 902-1113 for more information.
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December 2008
Naples New Year’s Art Festival
Kick off the New Year with this popular sidewalk art show. Fifth Avenue South in downtown Naples.
December 27-28, 2008
New Year’s Eve Party
The Naples Philharmonic Center for the Arts hosts an annual midnight champagne reception and party on New Year’s Eve, preceded by an entire evening of outstanding, top-name live musical entertainment.
Call (239) 597-1900 for more information.
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