Chubb Classic Friday Tee Times

Head to Lely Resort in Naples for the Chubb Classic Friday to check out the pros take on The Classics golf course. Tee times begin at 9:45 am. You’ll have the chance to see some of the best players in country including Freddie Couples, Rocco Mediate, Colin Montgomerie, John Daly and more!

No. 1 Tee

9:45 a.m. — Jeff Sluman, Delray Beach/Calusa Pines GC; Fred Funk, Ponte Vedra Beach; Jay Haas, Greenville, S.C./Calusa Pines GC

9:55 a.m. — Chris DiMarco, Denver; Jesper Parnevik, Sweden; Peter Jacobsen, Bonita Springs

10:06 a.m. — Gary Hallberg, Denver; Scott Verplank, Edmond, Okla.; Tom Byrum, San Antonio

10:16 a.m. — Olin Browne, Tequesta; Tim Petrovic, Austin, Texas/Calusa Pines GC; Glen Day, Alotion, Ark.

10:27 a.m. — Steve Pate, North Ranch, Calif.; Billy Mayfair, Scottsdale, Ariz.; Scott Dunlap, Sarasota

10:37 a.m. — Corey Pavin, Los Angeles; Larry Mize, Columbus, Ga.; Rod Pampling, Australia

10:48 a.m. — Ted Tryba, Orlando; John Harris, Naples/Calusa Pines GC; David McKenzie, Australia

10:58 a.m. — Mark O’Meara, Houston; Paul Broadhurst, England; Rocco Mediate, Greensburg, Pa./Calusa Pines GC

11:09 a.m. — Mark Calcavecchia, Jupiter; Bart Bryant, Winter Garden; Ken Tanigawa, Scottsdale, Ariz.

11:19 a.m. — Colin Montgomerie, Scotland; Steve Flesch, Union, Ky.; Doug Barron, Memphis

11:30 a.m. — Jeff Maggert, Sea Pines, S.C.; Scott Parel, Augusta, Ga.; Gene Sauers, Savannah, Ga.

11:40 a.m. — Tom Pernice Jr., Murrieta, Calif.; Sandy Lyle, Scotland; Woody Austin, Derby, Kan.

11:51 a.m. — Craig Bowden, Bloomington, Ind.; Robin Byrd, Satellite Beach; Stephen Leaney, Australia

No. 10 Tee

9:45 a.m. — Bob Estes, Austin, Texas; Duffy Waldorf, Las Vegas; Tommy Tolles, The Cliffs Communities, N.C./Fort Myers

9:55 a.m. — Kent Jones, Albuquerque, N.M.; Loren Roberts, Memphis/Calusa Pines GC; Dudley Hart, Naples/Calusa Pines GC

10:06 a.m. — Mark Brooks, Fort Worth, Texas; Len Mattiace, Jacksonville; Blaine McCallister, Fort Stockton, Texas

10:16 a.m. — John Huston, Clearwater; Michael Allen, Paradise Valley, Ariz.; David Frost, Delray Beach

10:27 a.m. — Ken Duke, Stuart; Marco Dawson, Merritt Island; Joe Durant, Pensacola Beach

10:37 a.m. — Brandt Jobe, Oklahoma City, Okla.; Kenny Perry, Franklin, Ky.; Wes Short Jr., Austin, Texas

10:48 a.m. — John Daly, Dardanelle, Ark.; Kevin Sutherland, Sacramento, Calif.; Stephen Ames, Canada

10:58 a.m. — Billy Andrade, Bristol, R.I.; Brett Quigley, Barrington, R.I.; Brad Faxon, Barrington, R.I.

11:09 a.m. — Tim Herron, Wayzata, Minn.; Tom Lehman, Scottsdale, Ariz.; Lee Janzen, Orlando

11:19 a.m. — Scott McCarron, Mooresville, N.C.; Jerry Kelly, Madison, Wisc.; Angel Cabrera, Argentina

11:30 a.m. — Retief Goosen, South Africa; Darren Clarke, Bahamas; Bernhard Langer, Germany

11:40 a.m. — Fred Couples, Newport Beach, Calif.; Miguel Angel Jimenez, Spain; David Toms, Shreveport, La.

11:51 a.m. — Robert Karlsson, Charlotte, N.C.; Tom Gillis, Lake Orion, Mich.; Barry Lane, England

PGA Champions Tour Event Chubb Classic Returns to Lely Resort

The Chubb Classic begins this Wednesday at The Classics in Lely Resort.  The Chubb Classic is a Champions Tour event which is in its 32nd year in Naples, Florida. Some of the legends and the best senior PGA professionals will be playing including John Daly, Steve Stricker, Miguel Angel Jimenez, Bernhard Langer, and Colin Montgomerie.

Chubb Classic

When: Wednesday-Sunday, Feb. 17

Where: The Classics Country Club at Lely Resort

Info: chubbclassic.com

Schedule of Events

Wednesday

7:45 a.m. — Chubb Classic Pro-Am shotgun

8 a.m.-5 p.m. — Admission gates open

9 a.m.-4 p.m. — Subway Family Putt For Dough

1 p.m. — Chubb Classic Pro-Am shotgun

Thursday

7:45 a.m. — Chubb Classic Pro-Am shotgun

8 a.m.-5 p.m. — Admission gates open

9 a.m.-4 p.m. — Subway Family Putt For Dough

1 p.m. — Chubb Classic Pro-Am shotgun

Friday

9 a.m.-5 p.m. — Admission gates open

9 a.m.-4 p.m. — Subway Family Putt For Dough

9:30 a.m. (approximately) — Chubb Classic first round tee times

Noon-2 p.m. — Golf Channel telecast

2 p.m.-5 p.m. — Taste of SW Florida

Saturday

Waste Management Go Green Day

9 a.m.-5 p.m. — Admission gates open

9 a.m.-4 p.m. — Subway Family Putt For Dough

10 a.m. (approximately) — Chubb Classic first round tee times

2 p.m.-5 p.m. — Taste of SW Florida

3 p.m.-5:30 p.m. — Golf Channel telecast

Sunday

8 a.m. (approximately) — Chubb Classic final round

8 a.m.-5 p.m. — Admission gates open

9 a.m.-4 p.m. — Subway Family Putt For Dough

3 p.m.-5 p.m. — Golf Channel telecast

Golf Tournament Field

• Michael Allen
• Stephen Ames
• Billy Andrade
• Tommy Armour III
• Woody Austin
• Paul Broadhurst
• Olin Browne
• Bart Bryant
• Mark Calcavecchia
• Darren Clarke
• Russ Cochran
• John Daly
• Marco Dawson
• Glen Day
• Chris DiMarco
• Ken Duke
• Joe Durant
• Bob Estes
• Brad Faxon
• Steve Flesch
• David Frost
• Fred Funk
• Gibby Gilbert III
• Tom Gillis
• Retief Goosen
• Paul Goydos
• Jay Haas
• John Harris
• Dudley Hart
• Scott Hoch
• John Huston
• Hale Irwin
• Peter Jacobsen
• Lee Janzen
• Miguel Angel Jimenez
• Brandt Jobe
• Kent Jones
• Jerry Kelly
• Skip Kendall
• Tom Kite
• Greg Kraft
• Cliff Kresge
• Bernhard Langer
• Tom Lehman
• Wayne Levi
• Sandy Lyle
• Jeff Maggert
• Billy Mayfair
• Scott McCarron
• Rocco Mediate
• Colin Montgomerie
• Mark O’Meara
• Jose Maria Olazabal
• Scott Parel
• Jesper Parnevik
• Corey Pavin
• Tom Pernice Jr.
• Tim Petrovic
• Loren Roberts
• Gene Sauers
• Wes Short Jr.
• Joey Sindelar
• Jeff Sluman
• Jerry Smith
• Steve Stricker
• Kevin Sutherland
• Hal Sutton
• Ken Tanigawa
• David Toms
• Kirk Triplett
• Scott Verplank
• Duffy Waldorf

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February 11th, 2019 Posted by Matt

Southwest Florida New Years Celebration

What are your plans for New Years? Are you looking for something to do?  You can’t beat the New Years Fireworks in Downtown Naples. Here’s everything you need to know if you’re going downtown. Continue reading…

If you’re looking for other options for celebrating new years in southwest Florida, check out these suggestions.
Continue Reading…

New Year’s Eve Fireworks
7:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Naples Pier
More Info call (239) 213-1000

December 31st, 2018 Posted by Matt

Wishing You a Happy and Healthy Thanksgiving

Wishing you and your families a happy, healthy and safe Thanksgiving from sunny and warm Naples, Florida!  If you are visiting our area for the Thanksgiving holiday and you are looking for restaurants open in the area today check out this list of 50 plus restaurants in the area which are open.

November 22, 2018, Posted by Matt

Southwest Florida 4th of July Holiday Events

Looking for something to do on the 4th of July? You have several options to chose from in Naples, Bonita Springs and Estero.  Consider taking in a parade or a fireworks celebration. Or perhaps both!

Naples 4th of July Events:

Fourth of July Parade – 4th
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Fifth Avenue and Third Street
More Info call (239) 213-7120

Fourth of July Fireworks – 4th
9:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Naples Pier
More Info call (239) 213-7120

Bonita Springs 4th of July Events:

Star Spangled Bonita – Parade – 4th
9:00 AM
Riverside Park (Bonita Springs)
More Info call (239) 949-6200
www.cityofbonitasprings.org

Star Spangled Bonita – Party in the Park  – 4th
5:00 PM
Riverside Park (Bonita Springs)
More Info call (239) 949-6262
www.cityofbonitasprings.org

Bottom Line:

Naples, Bonita Springs and Estero are great places to retire or relocate.  If you are looking for a wide variety of activities, Southwest Florida has something to match everyone’s lifestyle.

When you are ready to purchase your dream home or condo in Naples, Bonita Springs or Estero, let me be your guide. With almost 20 years of experience I can help provide the market information and more importantly, provide insights into individual communities to help ensure you select the best property to match your needs.

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St. Patrick’s Day Events This Weekend

So many different St. Patrick’s Day Events to chose from this weekend in Southwest Florida! Overall, we have a great lineup of events from March 17th through the 18th!  I highly recommend heading downtown to the St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Celebration on Fifth Avenue South or check out the celebration at the Promenade Shops at Bonita Bay. Don’t miss the farmers market on Third Street for a variety of goods.  If you’re County Fair fan, head to one of the best annual events of the year, the Collier County Fair at the fairgrounds.  Or, if you’re interested in music, head out to the Cambier Park for the Gulf Coast Big Band performance.

Collier County Fair – 17th – 25th
Times Vary
Collier County Fairgrounds
More Info call (239) 434-6533
www.colliercountyfair.com

Third Street South Farmers Market – 17th
7:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Behind Tommy Bahamas
More Info call (239) 434-6533
www.thirdstreetsouth.com

St. Patrick’s Day Parade – 17th
11:00 AM – 1:30 PM
Third Street South and Fifth Avenue South
More Info call (239) 692-5545

St. Paddy’s Day Celebration – 17th
1:00 PM – Midnight
Promenade Shops at Bonita Bay
More Info call (239) 325-3583
promenadeshops.com

St. Paddy’s Day Celebration – 17th
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Venetian Village
More Info call (239) 261-6100
venetianvillage.com

Gulf Coast Big Band – 18th
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Cambier Park, Naples FL
More Info call (239) 877-6090

Naples Crash and Bash Celebration – 18th
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Collier County Fair Grounds
More Info call (239) 455-1444
www.colliercountyfair.com

View more SWFL January Events….

Bottom Line:

Naples, Bonita Springs and Estero are great places to retire or relocate.  If you are looking for a wide variety of activities, Southwest Florida has something to match everyone’s lifestyle.

When you are ready to purchase your dream home or condo in SWFL, let me be your guide. With almost 20 years of experience I can help provide the market information and more importantly, provide insights into individual communities to help you find your needs.  And, I’ll handle all the negotiations from the first offer to the final close.

March 17, 2018 Posted by Matt

Things to Do in Naples This Weekend

So are you wondering what are the best Things to Do in Naples this weekend? We have a great lineup of events from February 23rd through the 25th!  I highly recommend heading down to the Naples Art, Antique and Jewelry Show to check out a wide variety of items for your home.  Don’t miss one of the farmers market’s for a variety of goods.  If you’re an art fan, head to one of the best annual events of the year, the 39th Annual Naples National Art Festival in downtown Naples.  Or, if you’re interested in orchids or gardens, head out to the Botanical Garden for the Naples Orchid Show.

Naples Events:

Naples Art Antique and Jewelry Show – 23rd – 27th
Times Vary
The Commons at 850 Goodlette Rd.
More Info call (561) 822-5440
www.naplesshow.com

Third Street South Farmers Market – 24th
7:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Behind Tommy Bahamas
More Info call (239) 434-6533
www.thirdstreetsouth.com/

Naples Orchid Show – 24th – 25th
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Naples Botanical Garden
More Info call (239) 643-7275
www.naplesgarden.org

39th Annual Naples National Art Festival – 24th – 25th
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Cambier Park
More Info call (239) 262-6517
naplesart.org

View more SWFL January Events….

Bottom Line:

Naples, Bonita Springs and Estero are great places to retire or relocate.  If you are looking for a wide variety of activities, Southwest Florida has something to match everyone’s lifestyle.

When you are ready to purchase your dream home or condo in SWFL, let me be your guide. With almost 20 years of experience I can help provide the market information and more importantly, provide insights into individual communities to help you find your needs.  And, I’ll handle all the negotiations from the first offer to the final close.

February 23, 2018 Posted by Matt

What Should I Do in Southwest FL This Weekend?

So are you wondering what you should do in Southwest FL this weekend? We have a great lineup of events in Naples, Bonita Springs and Everyglades City from February 9th through the 12th!  I highly recommend heading down to the Everglades Seafood Festival for fresh seafood.  Don’t miss one of the farmers market’s for a variety of goods.  If you’re a luxury car fan, check out Cars on Fifth in downtown Naples.  Or, if you’re a golf fan, head out to TwinEagles Golf Club for the Chubb Classic PGA Tour Event.

Events in Southwest FL This Weekend:

Everglades Seafood Festival – 9th – 11th
Times Vary
Everglades City
More Info call (239) 695-3781
www.evergladesseafoodfestival.org

Zoobilee at the Naples Zoo – 9th
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Naples Zoo
More Info call (239) 262-5409
www.napleszoo.org

Third Street South Farmers Market – 10th
7:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Behind Tommy Bahamas
More Info call (239) 434-6533
www.thirdstreetsouth.com/

Naples Fine Arts and Crafts Festival – 10th
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Cambier Park
More Info call (239) 776-8002
naplesartcrafters.com

Cars on Fifth – 10th
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Fifth Avenue South
More Info call (239) 692-8436
www.fifthavenuesouth.com

Bonita Springs National Art Festival – 11th – 12th
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Riverside Park
More Info call (239) 495-8989
www.artcenterbonita.org

Naples Concert Band – 11th
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Cambier Park, Naples FL
More Info call (513) 582-4031

Third on Canvas – 11th – 12th
10:00 AM – 4:00 PAM
Third Street South, Naples Florida
More Info call (239) 649-6707
www.thirdstreetsouth.com/

Naples Big Band Concert – 12th
7:00 PM – 8:45 PM
Cambier Park, Naples FL
More Info call (239) 597-3240

Chubb Classic PGA Champions Tour Tournament – 12th – 18th
Times Vary
TwinEagles Golf Club, Naples FL
More Info call (239) 593-3900
theacegroupclassic.com

View more SWFL January Events….

Bottom Line:

Naples, Bonita Springs and Estero are great places to retire or relocate.  If you are looking for a wide variety of activities, Southwest Florida has something to match everyone’s lifestyle.

When you are ready to purchase your dream home or condo in SWFL, let me be your guide. With almost 20 years of experience I can help provide the market information and more importantly, provide insights into individual communities to help you find your needs.  And, I’ll handle all the negotiations from the first offer to the final close.

February 9, 2018 Posted by Matt

Things to Do This Weekend

It is almost the weekend and we have several events and activities to do.  We have some of the best annual events of the year from January 26th through the 28th.  So, head down to Goodland for the annual Mullet Festival or catch the Swamp Buggy Races at Florida Sports Park in Naples.  Don’t miss one of the farmers market’s for a variety of goods.  If you’re a country music fan, check out Country Jam Music Festival.  Or, if you’d like to participate in some charity causes head downtown Naples for the Empty Bowls event.  Or, if you are a dog lover, head to the 12th Annual Run for the Paws at the Naples Airport. Finally, the Winter Wine Festival is this weekend and it’s one of the biggest and most luxurious events in the country!

Weekend Events in SWFL for the Weekend of January 26th:

Naples Winter Wine Festival – 26th – 28th
Times Vary
Ritz Carlton
More Info call (239) 514-2239
www.napleswinefestival.com

Mullet Festival – 26th – 28th
Times Vary
Goodland
More Info call (239) 394-3041
www.stansidlehour.net

12th Annual Run for the Paws – 27th
7:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Naples Airport
More Info call (239) 434-6533

Third Street South Farmers Market – 27th
7:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Behind Tommy Bahamas
More Info call (239) 434-6533
www.thirdstreetsouth.com/

Bonita Springs Farmers Market – 27th
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Promenade at Bonita Bay in Bonita Springs
More Info call (239) 949-1573
promenadeshops.com

Naples Chalk Art on Fifth – 27th
8:00 AM – 6:00 AM
Fifth Avenue South
More Info call (239) 514-4100
www.fifthavenuesouth.com

Naples Empty Bowls – 27th
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Cambier Park
More Info call (239) 591-8848
emptybowlsnaples.com

Country Jam Music Festival – 27th
2:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Collier County Fair Grounds
www.countryjamflorida.com

Swamp Buggy Races – 27th – 28th
12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Florida Sports Park, Bonita Springs
swampbuggy.com

View more SWFL January Events….

Bottom Line:

Naples, Bonita Springs and Estero are great places to retire or relocate.  If you are looking for a wide variety of activities, Southwest Florida has something to match everyone’s lifestyle.

When you are ready to purchase your dream home or condo in SWFL, let me be your guide. With almost 20 years of experience I can help provide the market information and more importantly, provide insights into individual communities to help you find your needs.  And, I’ll handle all the negotiations from the first offer to the final close.

January 26, 2018 Posted by Matt

Events Today in Naples and Bonita Springs

We have several Events Today in Naples and Bonita Springs.  You can head to the Art Festival in Bonita.  Or, check out one of our best annual events Pets on Third Parade and Festival in downtown Naples!  If your a bird enthusiast, head to Rookery Bay for the last day of the Festival of Birds.  And, if you’re looking for some musical entertainment, head to Cambier Park for a performance by Naples Concert Band this afternoon.  No matter what you’re interested in, we have something for everyone.

SWFL Festival of Birds – 14th
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Rookery Bay, Naples FL
More Info call (239) 530-5940
rookerybay.org

Bonita Springs National Art Festival – 14th
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Riverside Park
More Info call (239) 495-8989
www.artcenterbonita.org

Naples Daily News Half Marathon – 14th
7:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Cambier Park, Old Naples and Port Royal areas
More Info call (239) 404-7007
napleshalfmarathon.net

photo provided by Gulfshorelife

Pets on Third Parade and Festival – 14th
12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Third Street South
More Info call (239) 649-6707
www.thirdstreetsouth.com/

Naples Concert Band – 14th
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Cambier Park, Naples FL
More Info call (513) 582-4031

View more SWFL January Events….

Bottom Line:

Naples, Bonita Springs and Estero are great places to retire or relocate.  If you are looking for a wide variety of activities, Southwest Florida has something to match everyone’s lifestyle.

When you are ready to purchase your dream home or condo in SWFL, let me be your guide. With almost 20 years of experience I can help provide the market information and more importantly, provide insights into individual communities to help you find your needs.  And, I’ll handle all the negotiations from the first offer to the final close.

January 14, 2018 Posted by Matt