The 12th annual Magic Under the Mangroves gala fundraiser for the Conservancy of Southwest Florida Nature Center will be held from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m., March 3, in a spectacular tented setting at the conservancy in Naples. Celebrating nature at night and recognizing the ongoing importance of protecting the area’s unique natural environment and quality of life, the event will feature cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, a silent and live auction, and a delicious and sustainable seated dinner provided by Windows Catering, along with an award-winning, green-catered dessert.

The gala utilizes renewable resources and sustainable practices, including limiting the use of paper promotional materials, along with Forest Stewardship Council-certified paper sources and non-toxic soy inks, low-energy lighting, sustainable cuisine, recycling and waste reduction.

Location: 1495 Smith Preserve Way. To RSVP, call 239-403-4218 or visit Conservancy.org.