Top 5 things to do this weekend in Naples, Bonita: Earth Day, final Camerata of season

Dave Osborn, Naples Daily News
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Earth Day is Monday, April 22, and Southwest Floridians really celebrate it every day, from watching our Gulf sunsets to participating in outdoor activities.

For those wondering, the first Earth Day in 1970 and is all about showing support for the environment.

What else is happening? Go to our events calendar. There's plenty of things to do, including plays, farmers markets and more.

And if there's an event you'd like to see featured in our weekly Top 5, please email it to dosborn@gannett.com. Write up something short in the format you see in this week's Top 5 and, if possible, please send a photo as well.

5. Pink Floyd tribute band set to rock Hertz Arena

Brit Floyd ― a Pink Floyd tribute band ― rolls its Pulse Tour into Hertz Arena, 11000 Everblades Parkway, Estero, at 8 p.m. April 19. Tickets start at $54. hertzarena.com

4. Check out Fakefest Festival, featuring tribute bands

Fakefest Festival is a tribute to rock legends from 2-10:30 p.m. Saturday, April 20, with an outdoor concert featuring many great tribute bands including Hardwired (Metallica), Lovesong (The Cure), Razors Edge (AC/DC) and Still Alive (Pearl Jam). Festival is at Seminole Casino Hotel, 506 S. First St., Immokalee. Admission and parking are free. 239-658-1313 or moreinparadise.com

3. Hear final Camerata of Naples concert this season

Violinists Boris Sandler, Susan Sikuta and Brandis Godwin practice during the Camerata of Naples rehearsal, Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2021, at St. John's Episcopal Church in Naples, Fla.
Violinists Boris Sandler, Susan Sikuta and Brandis Godwin practice during the Camerata of Naples rehearsal, Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2021, at St. John's Episcopal Church in Naples, Fla.

Camerata of Naples' fourth and final concert of the season features Naples Philharmonic’s Concertmaster Zachary DePue as a featured soloist, performing Vivaldi’s Four Seasons Spring and Summer. Tickets are $45. 4 p.m. April 21 at St. John’s Episcopal Church, 500 Park Shore Drive, Naples. (239) 596-8404.

2. Enjoy Earth Day at The Conservancy, Roberts Ranch

The Conservancy is celebrating Earth Day at its Nature Center. The free, family friendly event is 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 20. There will be food trucks, educational talks, animal encounters, activities, boat rides and more. Follow this link for more: conservancy.org/events/earth-day/. There's also Earth Day at The Immokalee Pioneer Museum at Roberts Ranch. Participate in an eco-friendly workshop of planting trees and discovering sustainable practices. Free. 9-11 a.m. April 20. 1215 Roberts Ave., Immokalee. colliermuseums.com

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1. Wonder Gardens hosting Earth Day Celebration

A painted bunting perches near a bird feeder at Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary on Wednesday 2/28/2019. The swamp is filled with life this time of year. Sightings include painted bunting, warblers, snakes, alligators, limpkins and hummingbirds.
A painted bunting perches near a bird feeder at Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary on Wednesday 2/28/2019. The swamp is filled with life this time of year. Sightings include painted bunting, warblers, snakes, alligators, limpkins and hummingbirds.

Enjoy Earth Day Celebration at the Wonder Gardens, featuring education stations, a scavenger hunt, yoga demonstrations, tarot readings, touch tables, yard games, arts and crafts, and photo opportunities on April 20, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. An Earth Day Market will offer a variety of local vendors. Events are free with paid Wonder Gardens admission ― $12 per adult, $10 per senior (ages 65-plus) and $7 per child (ages 3-12). Children younger than 3 are free. Face painting, animal meet and greets and terrarium building are also available for an additional fee. 27180 Old 41 Road, Bonita Springs. wondergardens.org or (239) 992-2591.

Dave Osborn is the regional features editor of the Naples Daily News and News-Press. Follow him on Instagram and Threads @lacrossewriter and on X (formerly Twitter) @NDN_dosborn.

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