Entries by LifeInNaples

Shaking Up the American Classroom

Things keep getting worse. Based on national and international test scores, American youngsters keep slipping further and further behind as criticism mounts about our public education system. Reports from the National Assessment of Educational Progress showed 4th and 8th grade literacy scores dropped to 1992 levels and 8th grade math scores fell to 1995 levels. […]

Kid-Approved: Top Summer Activities for Families in Southwest Florida

by Michelle Avola-Brown, Executive Director, Naples Pathways Coalition Summer is the perfect time for families to make lasting memories, and Southwest Florida offers an abundance of kid-friendly activities to keep everyone entertained. From beachside adventures to interactive museums and nature explorations, there’s something for every family to enjoy. Whether you’re looking to beat the heat, […]

life in the facet lane “Here Kitty Kitty” by Diana Jarrett GG RMV

Your Jewelry may hint at your Personality—but it will never tell the whole story. Felines, both wild and domestic, have been a source of endless fascination to mankind for centuries. Potentates from antiquity were legendary for parading around their kingdoms with leashed up savage felines —panthers, tigers, and cheetahs, just to name a few. Modern […]

Airport Report by Chris Rozansky, Executive Director, Naples Airport Authority

  The Naples Airport Authority (NAA) is committed to community engagement and improving your quality of life. We are a proud sponsor of cultural events like the free First Saturdays at the Naples Zoo and the Red Carpet Opening Night premieres at the Naples Players. We participate in events that bring the community together, such […]

Exciting Artis—Naples 2024-25 Season Continues into Summer

The final chapter of the 2024-25 Artis—Naples season unfolds this summer with a vibrant lineup of performances, exhibitions and community events— promising exciting artistic encounters for patrons of all ages. The Naples Philharmonic opens May with a thrilling Masterworks program that tests the virtuosity of Naples Philharmonic Concertmaster Zachary DePue. Under the baton of guest […]