In a historic first for the Southwest Florida region, Gulfshore Opera will be the first production company to perform consecutively at the largest theaters in all three counties. Partnerships for this grand scale production include the Naples Philharmonic as the orchestra and the Ft. Myers Mastersingers as the chorus. The plot entails a tragic and […]
A professional artist with a bachelor’s degree in art, Jan Ellen Atkielski has exhibited for over 40 years and has an extensive list of collectors, both private and commercial. Her accomplishments are well known in artistic circles both locally and nationally. She has judged local and national exhibits, is a published author and lecturer, has […]
Late last year, a Florida appeals court addressed the emotional attachment of family pets and its impact on a divorce. To understand this issue, Beth Vogelsang, a board-certified expert in divorce, marital and family law in Naples, provides some background and insight. In 2020, Beth’s family lost their sweet little Puggle named Savannah to old […]
What draws people to the Gulf Coast—besides the year-round sun, is our profusion of nature. Home grown beauty on the Gulf is a breathtaking smorgasbord of rarity and wonder. It’s the stuff that inspires artists working in every medium. Celebrated jewelry artist Ricardo Basta’s work is often both whimsical and amusing. But the ultimate allure […]
Dear Artsperts, I enjoyed your video on Harmon-Meek Gallery Instagram of Juliana showing her hanging supplies in her purse. What is your advice for hanging paintings? Sincerely, Hanging On Dear Hanging On, We are glad you enjoyed the video. Juliana recorded it after installing a work by Hunt Slonem at a client’s home. When she […]
VILLAGE SCHOOL OF NAPLES UNVEILS NEW STATE-OF-THE-ART TRACK & FIELD FACILITY AS PART OF ONGOING CAPITAL CAMPAIGN The Village School of Naples, an independent school serving students in Preschool through 12 th grade, today unveiled its new $1.8-million Track and Field facility. The state-of-the-art project includes a 400-meter, synthetic track with an interior competition field […]
If you’re looking for a fun adventure, consider a bike packing trip. You can choose from a myriad of trails across the country or the world, pack your gear on your bike, and head out on one of the best ways to experience nature, history, new destinations, and interesting people. The variety, length of days, […]
As I sit here writing this month’s article, I am inspired my surroundings. Although the sun is warm, the cool breeze that I feel while sitting under the shade of a chickee, is my idea of paradise. I am at a Seminole camp that is within the Everglades, the home of my people. The Tamiami […]
Dreams usually do not materialize without a few failures along the way. That helps create perspective. “I know what it is like to lose,” admits Hiram Edgar Martinez-Santos, a senior at Immokalee High School. “I know what itis like to hope and dream and not reach the level you wish for; however, I also know […]
Last month I wrote a column about putting out a one-time-only special edition when I worked at the Naples Daily News in 1986. The piece quoted the old newspaper chestnut, “Extra, extra. Read all about it.” The more I thought about it, a follow-up column would trumpet “Extra, extra. Learn all about it.” That’s right. […]