Top 5 things to do this weekend in Naples: Free show, Wayne Newton, wildlife baby shower

Dave Osborn, Naples Daily News
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From a Vegas icon to a puppy prom, the first weekend in June should not disappoint.

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

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5. Attend Wildlife Baby Shower at The Conservancy

Five burrowing owl chicks stick close together at the entrance to their burrow. The chicks’ mother was injured by a vehicle strike.
Five burrowing owl chicks stick close together at the entrance to their burrow. The chicks’ mother was injured by a vehicle strike.

The ninth annual Arx Wildlife Hospital Wildlife Baby Shower is 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, June 1, at the Conservancy of Southwest Florida's Nature Center, 1495 Smith Preserve Way, Naples. If you are unable to attend, donate gifts online through the Conservancy’s Amazon Wish List and our Chewy Wish List through the entire month of June. Visit conservancy.org/wishlist. The support received allows the wildlife hospital to continue its life-saving work.

4. Amateur musicians join Naples Philharmonic in Sunday concert

The Pro-Am concert at Artis–Naples pairs professional musicians with amateurs in a performance on Sunday evening, June 4, 2023.
The Pro-Am concert at Artis–Naples pairs professional musicians with amateurs in a performance on Sunday evening, June 4, 2023.

Talented amateur musicians from the community join the Naples Philharmonic Hayes Hall for a Pro-Am concert at 7 p.m. Sunday, June 2, at Artis―Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd. Free, RSVP tickets at artisnaples.org/events/pro-am or call (239) 597-1900.

3. Enjoy Carole King, James Taylor tribute concert

It's not too late to buy tickets for a Carole King and James Taylor tribute show Saturday, June 1, at the Hilton Naples, 5111 Tamiami Trail N. The 90-minute concerts are at 5:30-7 p.m. and from 8-9:30 p.m. Tickets start at $55 for regular admission. Doors open 45 minutes before each show. Venue will be kept cool so dress accordingly. Tickets at eventbrite.com, more at legendsconcertseries.com.

2. Mr. Las Vegas Wayne Newton coming to Immokalee

Las Vegas legend Wayne Newton, known for songs like “Danke Schoen” and “Daddy Don’t You Walk So Fast,” performs at 8 p.m. Saturday, June 1, at Seminole Center at Seminole Casino Hotel, 506 S. First St., Immokalee. $65-$85. More at (239) 658-1313 or moreinparadise.com.

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1. Naples Puppy Prom may prove hard to resist

Naples Puppy Prom is June 1, 2024, at Corkscrew Weddings & Winery in Estero. The fundraising event will raise money for animal welfare in Collier County.
Naples Puppy Prom is June 1, 2024, at Corkscrew Weddings & Winery in Estero. The fundraising event will raise money for animal welfare in Collier County.

Need a dose of too much cuteness? Check out Naples Puppy Prom from 6-10 p.m. Saturday, June 1, at Corkscrew Weddings & Winery, 20401 Carter Road, Estero. Spend an evening surrounded by tuxedo-and-tutu-clad adoptable dogs and an array of vendors. The fundraising event will raise money for animal welfare in Collier County. naplespuppyprom.com

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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