ESPN college basketball analyst Jay Bilas will headline the 31st Annual Winged Foot Scholarship Foundation Awards Banquet. The annual awards presentation, which recognizes the achievements of Collier County’s best scholar athletes, will take place on Thursday, May 21st at The Naples Grande Beach Resort in North Naples. Bilas, 56, has been a color commentator and […]
David Lawrence Center (DLC), Collier County’s leading non-profit mental health and addiction recovery treatment center serving children and adults, will honor three individuals and businesses for their contributions to support the advancement of DLC’s comprehensive treatment services. The 2nd Annual Celebration Reception, will be held later this Fall at the Naples Historical Society’s Historic Palm […]
But Did You Know We Can Trace Its History Even Longer? Project HELP is Collier County’s Certified Rape Recovery and Victim Service Center providing free and confidential trauma services to victims of sexual assault, violence, crime and sudden loss of a loved one. As we are approaching Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM), we want to […]
We all need a bit of good news now and then and this heartwarming story fits the bill. Recognition and kudos going out to Naples Fire-Rescue Tower Company 2 for their animal rescue in Venetian Bay. Firefighters Jerred Hoover, William Thornton and Lt. Steven Kofsky came to the aid of a family of ducks that […]
While in Mumbai, I observed the process of the”Dabbawalla,” meaning “one who carries a box.” Since the late 1800s, people prepared hot food for their families in their homes and place the lunch box outside their front door. Then the magic happens, it is picked up and later place on the expected person’s desk. Ready […]
Patient care is a key pillar of our healthcare system and a primary focus for NCH this year. Not only are we making this a great place to work and a great place to practice medicine, but the best place to be a patient. A great example of that mindset is demonstrated by the NCH […]
With all the fantastic social and business events in Naples, we’re amazed to sometimes witness the many faux pas committed by even the most sophisticated event-goers. Let’s look at behavior basics to abide by to ensure success for you and your host. You’ve been invited to a dinner or party; it’s customary to bring a […]
The 20th annual Naples Winter Wine Festival came to a grand finale raising over $20 million for underprivileged and at-risk children of Collier County, a record-breaking number. This brings the total amount raised by the NWWF to more than $212 million since its inception in 2001. Festival attendees came together under the tent at The […]
On January 19th, over four hundred friends and supporters of Chabad of Naples gathered at the Ritz Carlton to celebrate their rabbi’s 40th birthday celebration. Rabbi Fishel Zaklos has been a prominent member of the Naples’ community since establishing the Chabad Naples Jewish Community Center 17 years ago. The event reflected on his extensive contributions […]
by Erick Carter If you’re pressed for time, nothing can save the day better than dry shampoo, but only if used correctly!–Keep it off the scalp. Dry shampoo is to be applied to the roots NOT the scalp. Applying to the scalp can cause your head to become itchy. — Divide, apply, and repeat. Make […]