Since 1914 the Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary has united Americans from all walks of life with a common purpose to improve the lives of veterans, for service members, their families, and our communities. The Naples area VFW Post 7721 was organized on 16 December 1971 and chartered by the VFW National Headquarters on 25 […]
Rookery Bay Research Reserve Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve stretches across 110,000 acres of pristine mangrove forest, uplands and protected waters, encompassing 40% of Collier County coastline. The Reserve is committed to preservation through research, education and land protection. The Rookery Bay Environmental Education Center offers a variety of hands-on experiences for all ages, […]
by Karen Coney Coplin Many a truth is said in jest and many a life’s lesson is expressed in a timeless quote. There are quotes for every season, and, if you dig deep enough (thanks, Google!) for every reason, or problem, or opportunity that might cross your path. Some of my favorites include: “Health is […]
by Jeff Lytle W hat has our community learned from the pandemic? I put that question to a cross-section of community leaders who made time in their busy schedules to respond. Collier County Sheriff Kevin Rambosk Although we have not dealt with a pandemic in our lifetimes, we have learned that being prepared, as well […]
by Danielle L. Green, Naples Zoo Director of Gardens and Grounds Zoo horticulture is a unique blend of specialties that work with plants but often include skills in arboriculture. A “zoo arborist” shares many skills and tree care goals with a municipal arborist but perform under a unique set of circumstances not often encountered in […]
The Bascom Palmer Eye Institute Naples welcomed Dr. Jamie D. Martinez in May 2020. He and his wife made the move to Naples right amid COVID-19 with their four-year old twin girls, and baby boy set to arrive July 2020. Dr. Martinez completed his ophthalmology residency at one of the best eye centers in Latin […]
How should you greet someone now that handshakes aren’t a wise move? What’s okay to say when texting – and what’s not? What are some strategies for making a good first impression? These are a few of the many questions etiquette expert Peggy Post answered during an interactive online seminar held exclusively in June for […]
Look both ways before crossing the street. Wear light colors at night so people can see you. Walk against vehicle traffic. Ride your bike in the same direction as other vehicles. We probably all learned these and other important safety tips from our parents or at school when we were kids, but it seems like […]
Like other professions, hairstylists have their own language. Understanding it means you will be happier with the tone and depth of your hair coloring. Depth is based on a measurement of 1-10, the darkest to the lightest, essentially black to very light blonde. Tone is slightly more complicated. There are two basic tones-warm and cool. […]
I hear that congratulations are in order. You have wisely taken the first steps towards that kitchen remodel that you have always wanted. That means by getting referrals from friends and neighbors, clipping pictures from magazines and compiling that ever so important “wish list”. Most likely your referral sources recommended more than one cabinet company […]