WOW To Do List: Juan Diaz exhibition, more
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Juan Diaz exhibition
Marco Island Center for the Arts will present “The Gathering” a solo exhibition artist Juan Diaz. Diaz, a Naples resident, was born in Bogota, Columbia in 1981. He was the recipient of Southwest Florida 2013 FACE Award for Culture & Arts awarded by Gulfshore Life Business Magazine and the 1999 Porter Goss Award. “The Gathering” will be featured in Lauritzen and Rush Galleries Jan. 11- March 2. Information: marcoislandart.com.
La Petite Gallery artists receptions
La Petite Gallery will feature the amazing journey of art created by Carolyn Burger. Burger will feature works of all different subjects, styles, colors, and size in her exhibition (Jan. 11-February 2). La Petite Gallery will also feature the impressionist inspired works of Pat Perrotti. Perrotti uses her impressionistic style to paint florals, boats, figures, seascapes, and still life (Feb. 9- March 2). Gallery Receptions for both
WOW To Do List: Marco Players - ‘The Spirit of Bay Manor,’ more
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Festival of Birds
All month long: With the all-inclusive Festival of Birds’ pass, festival attendees receive exclusive access to all activities, including eight presentations, virtual birding experiences broadcast live and other live-streaming nature activities. The Festival Pass also includes a 15% discount for attendees to use in January towards boat and kayak tours with Rookery Bay s exclusive eco-tour partner, Rising Tide Explorers. Cost: $40 for All-Inclusive festival pass. Register at RookeryBay.org.
Marco Players: ‘The Spirit of Bay Manor’
“The Spirit of Bay Manor,” a world premiere by Joe Simonelli, takes place in a supposedly haunted house. But, is it really haunted? Five people gather to prove that the house isn’t haunted. The story line succeeds as a frightening psychological thriller. “The Spirit of Bay Manor” is on stage Jan. 6-24 at The Marco Players Theater, Marco To
WOW To Do List: Marco Island Bocce League signups, more
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Wreaths Across America
Wreaths Across America honors vets who have been laid to rest on Marco Island. It will be held noon, Saturday, Dec. 19 at the cemetery, 489 Elkcam Circle, Marco Island. Arrive by 11:30. Park in the New Life Church parking lot. Wear patriotic colors, name badges and pins suggested. Wear masks and practice social distancing. Information: moweaquas@yahoo.com.
A Marco Christmas with Santa & Mrs. Claus
From 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 19, at Veterans Community Park, 901 Park Ave., Marco Island.
Farmers’ Market
Marco Island Farmers’ Market, 7:30 a.m. until 1 p.m., Wednesdays, 901 Park Avenue, Marco Island. Information: cityofmarcoisland.com.