From a business standpoint, the Microsoft name is about as well-known as you can get. The multinational technology company’s products are found in millions of homes and businesses worldwide. Everyone knows their name. Even better, Microsoft’s influence has found an enthusiastic home in Immokalee. The Immokalee Foundation, in conjunction with Florida Gulf Coast University, has […]
For the first time ever, The Naples Players Academy (TNPA) is proudly presenting two fully student-led productions, giving young artists the opportunity to take charge of every creative aspect of their performances. This summer, TNPA students are not only stepping into the spotlight onstage but also stepping up to lead backstage roles in directing, stage […]
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. […]
With our beautiful weather most of the year, it is hard to determine when summer actually occurs here in Naples – but May through August are when summer months are most commonly identified in the rest of the country. Those are the months when kids are home and outside and underfoot and have mom wondering […]
As an artist’s perception, I thought you might be interested in the thought process that goes into creating a painting, so this article will include a little something about each painting shown here. “Before Sunset”, the pink sand happens when the light is low, and its glow affects everything so beautifully! There are places in […]
Summer is all about sunshine, beach days, and outdoor adventures. But let’s be real—while we love soaking up the sun, our skin might not always feel the same way. Sun exposure, heat, and environmental stressors can take a toll, leading to dryness, premature aging, and even sun damage. The good news? There’s so much more […]
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, […]
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 […]
What to Do During the “Quiet” Summer Months in Naples? Come visit Opera Naples at the Wang Opera Center, located at 2408 Linwood Avenue. This July, our Summer Youth Program will be in full swing – representing both an opportunity for you to enjoy a night on the town attending the youth performance, or the […]
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 […]