by Kelsey Burr, Naples Zoo Digital Marketing Manage Naples Zoo is excited to partner with The Parrot Bar & Grill for the third Pints for Parrots event on Saturday, September 11, 2021 from 4 to 8 p.m. Parrots are some of the world’s most popular and recognizable birds, known for their bright plumage and intelligence. […]
“Alpha House made the difference: it means everything”, says Adam Stanbro. After leaving the Army in 1994, Adam returned to his home in New York before moving to Naples in 2004. Like many Veterans, he performed odd jobs until deciding to open his own business building pool enclosures. Over time though, small problems turned into […]
by Noemi Y. Perez As part of The Immokalee Foundation’s Career Pathways program, students like Elvis V. are introduced to a broad range of careers within four pathways that help lead students to financial independence. Fifty-two percent of Immokalee’s youth live at or below poverty level. The Immokalee Foundation is devoted to improving their lives […]
Hair is made up of very strong proteins. Despite the strength of these proteins, chemical processes can weaken the hair and cause breakage. Let’s talk about the pH of chemicals and the damage it can cause. Hair is made up of two main parts. The outer scale-like layer, the cuticle, protects the inner layer, the […]
Below is a photo of a unique kitchen that we just finished here in Naples. In this case the homeowner was fully immersed in the design and ultimately all the finish, style and dimension choices. When I walked in shortly after its completion, I was truly satisfied as to how well it fit the homeowner […]
The banner over a front door at the Greater Naples YMCA on Pine Ridge Road grabs your attention. “Naples Performing Arts Center” in big letters and the smaller “Drama, Music, Dance” underneath are not what you expect to see at avenue known for swimming, basketball, fitness, early childhood learning and tennis. Look closely and you learn […]
The Conservancy of Southwest Florida Nature Center is home to many different animals. These individuals serve as ambassadors for their species as they help educate diverse audiences on the importance of Southwest Florida’s water, land, and wildlife for future generations. Horatio, our ambassador red-tailed hawk, has been with the Conservancy since 2004 after he fell […]
I grew up in Dublin as the daughter of a famous TV and radio personality, Mike Murphy. At the age of 4, my grandfather asked me what I wanted to be when I grew up, and I said “an artist”. From an early age I was always doodling and sketching. At the age of 16, […]
by Lauren Speirs You might recognize Alyssa Haney as one of Gulfshore Business’ “40 under 40,” or maybe as The Greater Naples Chamber “Young Professional of the Year.” A successful marketing specialist for First Florida Integrity Bank, Alyssa is also a board member for The Naples Players (TNP), President of the United Arts Council board […]
As the advent of warmer weather is upon us, so opens up the increase in residential and commercial burglary. We often do things that make it quite easy for the burglar/thief to invite themselves in. For example, leaving windows, French doors, balconies, boating doors and/or hatches open for fresh air and forgetting we have opened […]