Entries by LifeInNaples

STAR Award to Driftwood Garden Center

STARability Foundation has announced the return of its STAR Award initiative and recently presented the first one since the pandemic to its dedicated vocational partner, Driftwood Garden Center. The award was presented to Driftwood owners Craig Hazelett and Josee Tardif by employee and Trailblazer Academy participant Nicole (Nicki) Moynihan. The award recognizes local businesses that […]

Artis-Naples kicks off 2022-23 season in style!

Whether you are a year-round Neapolitan or returning for another glorious season on the Paradise Coast, if you love the arts, Artis—Naples is the place to be this fall. Artis—Naples, home of The Baker Museum and the Naples Philharmonic, presents another full and robust season starting in September. The season’s schedule reflects Artis—Naples’ commitment to […]

The A-Bee-Cs of mosquito control by Patrick Linn, MS, MSHAPI Executive Director, Collier Mosquito Control District

Many of you are asking about the effects of mosquito control treatments on our area’s bees and other pollinators. In this article, I hope to address those questions and provide reassurance that the Collier Mosquito Control District is committed to the health and well-being of the community we serve, including the beneficial insects who call […]

Insights from Don Drury President, Moran Wealth Management

Although investors do not have a crystal ball, certain economic metrics can help investors and business owners make informed decisions on the direction of the economy. For instance, leading economic indicators can signal changes in the economy before they occur. One of the most well-known leading economic indicators is the Yield Curve, which conveys the […]

ART after DARK

Summer is going by quickly with many days of afternoon rain and dramatic sunsets. Phil Fisher likes these days of colorful clouds and skies, especially. It gives him the opportunity to paint the exciting colors and light. The quiet of this time of year is nice, too. He works on paintings of birds you might […]

life in the facet lane Out a This World! by Diana Jarrett GG RMV

Collectors adore discovering the imaginative artistry of jewelry designer’s original work. Where does their inspiration spring from? What exactly causes them to combine color, form, and utility together into one gemstone story? The creative jewelry artist may find inspiration simply from the world around him or her. Spying the colorful dress of a child may […]