Friday, May 1, 2009

Entertainment in May

Southwest Florida Symphony's "European Tour Part 2"
The Southwest Florida Symphony, the Symphony Chorus and the Sarasota Key Chorale present Morton Lauridsen's "Lux Aeterna." The performance is a preview of the concert the choruses will perform in Italy this summer, 7:30 p.m., $18. Faith United Methodist Church, 15690 McGregor Blvd., south Fort Myers. 418-1500.

George Vega's Tales of Early Life, Law and Laughter
Hear tales of the early Naples attorney who worked for Lester Norris who spearheaded the Southwest Florida Conservancy, 4-5 p.m., free. Naples Backyard History Mini Museum, 1300 3rd St. S., Suite 103, Naples. 594-2978 for reservations.

Latin Art Show
The Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center presents work by Latin American artists such as Romero Britto, Juan Diaz and Cesar Aguilera. Opening reception 6-9 pm. Show through May 29. Gallery hours noon to 7 p.m. Monday-Friday. Call 337-1933 or visit fl-arts.org.

Greater Fort Myers Dog Club's Spring Show
Official American Kennel Club event from 8 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday and 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. Lee Civic Center, 11831 Bayshore Road, North Fort Myers. 945-2776.

"Colors in Sound" Concert
Southwest Florida Symphony's Youth Orchestra finale conducted by Michael Hall and featuring the Concerto Competition winner, 7 p.m., $7. Fort Myers High School, 2653 Cortez Blvd., Fort Myers. 418-0996.

One-Woman Show "Mother Load"
Written and performed by Amy Wilson and directed by Julie Kramer, "Mother Load" is a mix of motherhood, comedy and true confession and is appropriate for ages 12 and older. The laugh-out-loud show is an expose of the fruitless and ever-challenging quest to be the "perfect" mom, 7 p.m., $35. Philharmonic Center For The Arts, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd., Naples. 800-597-1900.

Guinness World Book of Records "World's Funniest Man" Performs
Largo comedian G. David Howard got into Guinness by cracking jokes for 16 hours straight. 8 p.m., $15. Knights of Columbus San Carlos Council 2596, 4040 Princeton St., Fort Myers. 940-3800 or 910-8243.

Miracle Fireworks
Enjoy Memorial Weekend fireworks, a special fireworks tribute to servicemen and women following the Miracle game, which begins at 7:05 p.m. Hammond Stadium, 14400 Six Mile Cypress Parkway, south Fort Myers. 768-4210 or miraclebaseball.com.

A Romantic Night To Remember
Naples Players' ETC presents a classic comedy of the sexes, "Cecile, or School for Fathers." Last show of the season. Performance at 7:30 p.m. in Tobye Studio, $10. Sugden Community Theatre, 701 5th Ave. S., Naples. 263-7990.

Celtic Woman
The international Irish sensation comes to Fort Myers with the new show, "Isle of Hope." Features the five women of Celtic Woman singing brand-new, heart-stirring songs, plus many Celtic Woman classics. 7:30 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday. $36-$66. Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall, 13350 Edison Parkway, Fort Myers. 481-4849.

"Pose Down" Screening
An independent film shot in Fort Myers will be screened for the first time with a meet-and-greet reception afterward with the creators. 6:30 p.m., Alliance For The Arts / Foulds Theatre, 10091 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers. 939-2787.

"Journey through Motion"
The Naples Philharmonic Orchestra's final Family Fare concert of the season will send audiences on a musical adventure to outer space, the high seas, the Grand Canyon and South America. Featured selections include "Flight of the Bumblebee" and "Nimbus 2000.," 3 p.m., $15, adults; $10, students. Philharmonic Center For The Arts, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd., Naples. 597-1900 or 800-597-1900.

The Caloosa Catch and Release
Over $30,000 in cash and prizes will be awarded at the 20th annual fishing tournament. Anglers of all skill levels, ages and genders will compete over two fishing days for snook, redfish, trout and a daily mystery fish on a catch-and-release basis. Live auction with dinner and an open bar is open to the public. Public weigh station open from 3-5 p.m. Primary beneficiary of the Caloosa Tournament Series is the Florida Gulf Coast University Athletic Scholarship program. Visit caloosacatchandrelease.com for information, 671-9347 or 850-1707.

"Jim Gaffigan Live!"
As seen on Comedy Central's special, "King Baby," and in his role on TBS' comedy, "My Boys.," 8 p.m., $35, $42. Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall, 13350 Edison Parkway, Fort Myers. 481-4849.

Dog Daze
The Miracle host the second of four Dog Daze of Summer games at 7:05 p.m. All dogs are admitted free. Hammond Stadium, 14400 Six Mile Cypress Parkway, south Fort Myers. 768-4210 or miraclebaseball.com.

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