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Audubon of the Western Everglades: The Birding Guru
by Mimi Wolok, Executive Director Since its founding in 1961, Audubon of the Western Everglades (formerly Collier County Audubon Society) has offered guided day trips to premiere and little-known birding and nature destinations. All trips are open to the public, but they fill up quickly. This 2018-19 season is no exception. To say both the birds and trips have been colorful is an […]
Mayor Bill
I’m not sure as I write this article for Life in Naples on October 27th, that I’m quite ready for this December edition. Today is the alleged day that the depressing heat and humidity that we have endured since May is really going to disappear and cool dry weather will be with us hopefully until next May. I would think […]
Naples…there is something for everyone at every age
Greetings to our Naples Residents and valued Visitors. What a wonderful time to be in Naples. It is literally sparkling with lights of many colors and bustling with excitement. December in general and especially at Christmas brings the world to our doorsteps. The options for activities is limitless and the blending of dialects on the street is beautiful. The annual Christmas Parade on […]
Immokalee Foundation students experience CAMP
by Noemi Perez A change of scenery was in order for 12 students who ventured to the Northeast for camps through The Immokalee Foundation. Mountains were on the horizon, lakes were outside their cabin doors, and forests were beckoning their exploration at Camp Deerwood in New Hampshire and Kingsley Pines camps in Maine. For most, it was the first […]
WASH RINSE REPEAT, WAIT!
by Erick Carter Even though we have discussed this before, one of the most common questions I am asked is, “What is the correct way to shampoo my hair?” At the risk of being repetitive, let’s review: Most people jump into the shower, wet their hair and then shampoo. It’s best to let the water […]
PICK YOUR CONTRACTOR 101
by Clay Cox Owner/President • Kitchens by Clay Ever heard “Knowledge is power”? As a contractor I know that being an expert in our trade is very powerful and helps to ensure successful results. In other words, we must be knowledgeable. In everything that we do we want to be sure our clients are comfortable […]
WINE FESTIVAL lineup unveiled with internationally renowned wine and culinary legends
DAPHNE AND BART ARAUJO, TOM COLICCHIO, SALVATORE FERRAGAMO, CARLO MONDAVI, TIM MONDAVI, DAVID PEARSON, RICHARD REDDINGTON, AND MORE WILL GATHER IN NAPLES, FLORIDA FOR THE 19TH ANNUAL NAPLES WINTER WINE FESTIVAL The Naples Winter Wine Festival (NWWF) has confirmed its star-studded roster for its 19th annual event, themed “Joyto the World,” this January in Naples, […]
SISTERS’ MEAL FESTIVAL The Oldest Valentine Party
by Ron McGinty The first frameworks of civilizations started with the Persians, Greeks and Chinese. Traveling back four thousand years ago the Miao people lived in the lower regions of China’s Yellow River. Following centuries of battles, people started to migrate. The final departure was to Laos and Thailand with the Miao/Hmong bloodlines settling in […]
When the breeze is light and Gulf waters calm . . . .
by Chris Burkard – President of Burkard Yacht Sales, Vice President of the Marine Industries Association of Collier County and Owner of Naples Waterway and Wildlife Tours Naples, Florida is an amazing place. The locals call it our “little slice of heaven” or “our paradise.” Much of the architecture is of Italian inspiration, as our […]