Top 5 things to do this weekend in Naples, Bonita, Marco: Improv, concerts

Dave Osborn, Naples Daily News
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5. Final weeks to see Frida

Frida's portrait inside the Frida Kahlo exhibit at the Naples Botanical Gardens.
Frida's portrait inside the Frida Kahlo exhibit at the Naples Botanical Gardens.

Frida and Her Garden exhibit runs through Sept. 10, exploring the influence of home and nature to Frida Kahlo's work. The exhibit at Naples Botanical Garden, 4820 Bayshore Drive, Naples, re-created portions of La Casa Azul (the Blue House), Kahlo's residence in Mexico City’s Coyoacán borough, and the expansive garden surrounding it. Exhibition is hosted in partnership with Museo Frida Kahlo. Exhibit is included with Garden admission. naplesgarden.org

4. See Grammy-winning band at Hertz

Los Tigres del Norte performs at the Don Haskins Center as part of the band's La Reunión Tour, El Paso, Texas, Friday, April 8, 2022.
Los Tigres del Norte performs at the Don Haskins Center as part of the band's La Reunión Tour, El Paso, Texas, Friday, April 8, 2022.

The Grammy-winning Mexican-American band Los Tigres del Norte has sold millions of albums and is famous for its politically charged corridos and its stories about working people, immigrants, outlaws and politicians. Their name translates to The Tigers of The North. 8 p.m Friday, Aug. 25. $50-$200. Hertz Arena, 11000 Everblades Parkway, Estero.  948-7825 or hertzarena.com

3. PAW Patrol Live! at Hertz Arena

A publicity photo for PAW Patrol Live!: 'Heroes Unite'
A publicity photo for PAW Patrol Live!: 'Heroes Unite'

The heroic pups from Nickelodeon’s animated preschool TV series come to life in PAW Patrol Live!: "Heroes Unite," an all-new show at Hertz Arena, 11000 Everblades Parkway, Estero. Audience members get to be honorary members of the pack and the show promises “stunning visual effects." 6 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday, Aug. 29-30. $45-$85. Parking on site is $30, plus taxes and fees (no cash accepted). 239-948-7825 or hertzarena.com

2. Songwriters for Vets 2023 is Saturday

Punta Gorda's Champ Jaxon shares the stage with The Marshall Tucker Band in May 2021 at The Ranch Concert Hall & Saloon in Fort Myers.
Punta Gorda's Champ Jaxon shares the stage with The Marshall Tucker Band in May 2021 at The Ranch Concert Hall & Saloon in Fort Myers.

Nashville songwriters return for another Southwest Florida concert raising money for military veterans through the Songwriters for Vets foundation. They’ll perform and tell the stories behind their songs. The lineup includes Tim Nichols, Champ Jaxon, Channing Wilson, Tyler Reeve, Patrick Davis and Django Walker. 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 26. $125. VIP packages also available. The Hyatt Regency at Coconut Point, 5001 Coconut Road, Bonita Springs. songwriters4vets.com

1. Have fun with improv on Marco Island

Stage 2 Improv, the original improv company in Southwest Florida, at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 26, takes the stage at Arts Center Theatre on Marco Island.
Stage 2 Improv, the original improv company in Southwest Florida, at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 26, takes the stage at Arts Center Theatre on Marco Island.

Stage 2 Improv, the original improv company in Southwest Florida, at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 26, takes the stage at Arts Center Theatre, 1089 N. Collier Blvd.,, Suite 432, Marco Island. This family-friendly event is expected to showcase improvisational skills and unique brand of comedy. Audience participation is part of the show, making it a fresh, fun family experience. All seats $20 and available at marcoislandart.org/comedy-series/ or at the Marco Island Center for the Arts, 239-394-4221.

Dave Osborn is the regional features editor of the Naples Daily News and News-Press. Follow him on Instagram and Threads @lacrossewriter.

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