As Southwest Florida’s only dedicated visual art center for 65 years, the Naples Art Association (NAA) prides itself on providing exciting, unique opportunities to experience and display art. Whether it is partnering with area nonprofits to engage those with disabilities, hosting programming for children, providing the nation’s top ranked outdoor art show, or offering a first-of-its-kind wearable art […]
Dear Artspert: I have read that it is better to spend money on experiences than on possessions. Why should I buy art if that is just a possession? […]
The Winged Foot Scholar-Athlete Award began in 1990 at the former Collier Athletic Club as a vision to recognize the top senior scholar athlete from each of the public and private high schools in Collier County. The inaugural Winged Foot Scholar-Athlete Award was presented to Terry Dean of Barron Collier High School at a presentation featuring well-known American basketball sportscaster Dick Vitale. […]
Crime dropped for the fourth consecutive year in unincorporated Collier County in 2018, preliminary figures show. The 4,660 crimes reported in 2018 is the lowest number since 1984. Numbers recently submitted to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement by the Collier County Sheriff’s Office show that the area patrolled by CCSO saw a 3.5 percent decrease when compared […]
The Naples Children & Education Foundation (NCEF) in March invested nearly $16 million in the future generation of Collier County. This funding included grants totaling $12.7 million to 43 local nonprofit organizations that improve the physical, emotional and educational lives of children, including five multi-year strategic initiatives that fill fundamental gaps in children’s services, and […]
What would be your picture of paradise? The country of Costa Rica with its sandy beaches, mountains, rainforest, and 380 species of birds is a pure tropical paradise. I had no idea of the exquisiteness of Costa Rica. We began in San Jose, heading south when our driver made an unanticipated quick stop. He saw […]
In what can only be described as a rare opportunity, Moorings Park has announced a number of homes are available in its newly renovated Tower Residences neighborhood, which consists of two 8-story buildings. Moorings Park, with its three beautiful campuses, is widely known as the premier provider of active retirement living in Southwest Florida. It’s […]
This most favored time of year for many of us, Spring, brings with it the promise of new things, new life and fresh beginnings. There are so many seasonal celebrations to enjoy now, like Easter; bunny jewelry is always a good idea. Or why not strut out the Fabergé eggs for a bit of over the-top luxe? Mother’s Day […]
As the popularity of pickleball grows across Southwest Florida and the nation, the chance of injury is part of the fast-paced game. Dr. Christina Kabbash of Naples has special insights, as an on-site doctor at the annual U.S. Pickleball Open Championship taking place this year at the East Naples Community Park April 27-May 4. She is an orthopedic surgeon with […]
Artful doings are afoot (literally) at the Naples Pier! On Saturday, April 13, city and county dignitaries, lovers of public art, local families and visitors and those who have a special place in their hearts for children suffering from neglect and abuse ––will join together to put their toes in the sand and plant the most unusual beach garden ever […]