Many in Southwest Florida may not realize that The Immokalee Foundation has been helping to fuel our local workforce for over 33 years. The young people we support don’t start at the top—far from it. However, the benefit of living just north and/or south of the poverty line for these young people is that overcoming […]
As a holiday travel enthusiast, I’ve welcomed the New Year in Sydney and Saigon, celebrated Easter in Japan, Thanksgiving in Borneo, and most recently, enjoyed a 14 day Valentine’s adventure through New Zealand. With February offering some of the best weather for exploring the country, a romantic getaway to New Zealand makes for a perfect […]
Africa is the second-largest continent in the world and covers an area of over 48million square miles. Geographically, 54 countries make up this vast continent that have a combined population of more than 1.5 billion. It is easy to become intrigued and fascinated by the diversity and vibrancy of African cultures. Over 2,000 languages are […]
The Naples Players Academy Launches Full-Time Theatre-Based Program for Students in Grades 6–12 This fall, The Naples Players (TNP) is raising the curtain on a transformative new educational experience: The Naples Players Academy (TNPA), a full-time, theatre-based academic program for students in grades 6–12. The first offering of its kind in Collier County, TNPA combines […]
A Lifestyle Approach to Vitality and Hormone Balance Let’s talk about men’s health—and why it’s time we take it seriously. Did you know that men in the U.S. still live five years less on average than women? That gap isn’t closing—it’s growing. While genetics play a role, the real culprits behind men’s shorter lifespans are […]
FINDING THE STORY IN PEARLS Who doesn’t love a good story? And what jewelry connoisseur doesn’t love an intriguing tale about their own accessories? Our jewelry wardrobe is built one piece at a time—and it can cover our lifetime. The more intentional our collection becomes, the greater the thought we put into the meaning behind […]
The Surprising Benefits of Active Transportation in Collier County When we talk about improving our community, we often focus on schools, healthcare, and economic growth. But one of the smartest investments we could make in Collier County isn’t in a classroom or clinic, but on our streets! Creating safer streets for people who walk, run, […]
In our beautiful town of Naples, it’s easy to live on the surface, enjoying the sunshine, the restaurants, the golf courses, and the beaches. But Chris Lombardo believes that real fulfillment doesn’t come from being entertained; it comes from taking initiative, giving back, and becoming part of the solution. For over 40 years, Chris Lombardo […]
I consider this summer article, which covers three months, the “end” of season and the new season starts in November. It just makes sense to me, don’t ask why. Usually as I write the summer and a bit of fall articles, I am in Angola, New York which is about a thirty-minute drive from downtown […]
Purpose Evolves, but Survey Results Demonstrate Naples Airport Remains Vital to the Community The Naples Airport began operating in 1943 as a military airfield, the training ground for many World War II aviators. A lot has changed since then. Today, the Naples Airport accommodates private aviation and flight training schools as well as the Collier […]