In 1950, Naples was a sleepy fishing town undiscovered by tourists. In fact, finding Naples on a map proved rather difficult. However, mosquitoes didn’t need a map and their sheer numbers in the Naples area severely limited outdoor activities. A referendum in 1950, held in accordance with Florida law, established mosquito control in Naples. With no money, no employees, and […]
1990 was an exciting time to study biology at Cornell University. Our genetics professor had announced with great pride that humanity was embarking on an epic quest of identifying all of the existing human genes – Project Genome. For the next decade or so, 40 something thousand genes were identified and to everyone’s dismay humans turned out to be only 1% different […]
Spring is here and Naples Art is exploding with fresh new ideas to be shared and enjoyed by all. Naples Art has been at the forefront of the arts and cultural landscape of Naples since 1954. We believe art can change lives and improve communities. We are committed to developing artists and arts leaders, ensuring artistic expression is available to everyone, […]
Transformational in 2020 and Beyond. It’s a word I often use to describe Guadalupe Center’s impact on the students of Immokalee. Their parents – farmworkers, laborers and service personnel – work hard, but struggle to provide basic necessities. The lack of […]
When you think about experts in technology, it’s easy to assume that men are the ones who lead the way. At Hodges University, Tracey Lanham, Associate Dean of the Fisher School of Technology, actively encourages more women to enter a growing field that will continue to expand exponentially. That encouragement has to start before college. “It’s important to continue encouraging […]
Drones are coming to Naples. And not just the kind you buy at Walmart for your grand-kids. Eye-in-the-sky commercial drones are becoming mainstream. They’re cheaper than manned aircraft, and they can swoop and maneuver just about anywhere. With half a dozen drone companies now operating in the Naples area, you can arrange aerial photography for weddings, monitor roof repair, document storm […]
Most animals admitted to the von Arx Wildlife Hospital at Conservancy of Southwest Florida suffer from injuries or illnesses caused by humans. We put together a list of things to do – or not do – to help prevent injury to wildlife. 1. Prevent your pet cats and dogs from attacking and/or playing with wildlife. Don’t allow dogs to […]
Fine timepieces are more than a utilitarian device that keep us on schedule with our daily activities. They are wonders of mechanical achievement and vehicles for personal expression. What Price Prestige? Some timepieces convey one’s limitless resources to spend up a storm. Take Monte Carlo-based Graff jewelers for instance. They created a multicolored diamond bracelet-style lady’s watch “Graff Hallucination.” Company president Laurence Graff ’s commented on […]
Dear Artsperts: My daughter and son-in-law have three under three and they are wonderful parents. They play classical music for our grandchildren and take them to play groups, but I’m wondering is art important in child development? What would be the benefit of exposing children to fine art and to teaching art to young children? Sincerely, Young at Art […]
Besides providing fresh drinking water to over 8 million Floridians and tourists, America’s Everglades is home to 78 endangered or threatened species and has been designated a World Heritage Site, an International Biosphere Reserve and a Wetland of International Importance. Only 50% of the historic Everglades ecosystem exists today, and what’s left is on life support. Decades of flood control […]