Locals here in Naples need little prodding to divulge what inspires our lifestyle. Surrounded by nature at every turn, we draw inspiration from the water that hugs our shorelines. And there is something sweet about returning to nature rather than to the glamour all around us when we seek refreshment. Innovative jewelry designers also look […]
Beauty is in the eye of the Beholder Dear Artsperts, I’m a local artist and I exhibited recently at a few local art fairs. I’ve been surprised that my two favorite paintings didn’t sell when other paintings of mine sold so easily. Why don’t the ones I think are my best sell? Signed, Picky Patrons […]
Dos Equis beer commercials used to feature “the most interesting man in the world” — with exotic, made-up credentials. If that ad campaign ever gets a reboot, a retired Naples surgeon would be an ideal star – and all of the credentials would be true. A sampling of Dr. Jan Forszpaniak’s resumé includes: world champion […]
Off in a distant part of the house, I heard a news reporter state that the ghost orchid may get protection under the Endangered Species Act. Wait-what? Isn’t it already protected? Did you know that Florida’s most famous native orchids is the ghost orchid? Today there are allegedly 603 – 1500 reproductively mature ghost orchids […]
Good Ol’ Days in Ochopee On the first of every month, my alarm is set to 4:00 a.m., allowing me several opportunities to swipe the snooze button before I lumber out of bed at 4:30 a.m. I know that at 5:30 a.m. sharp, my dad is going to pull up in front of my house […]
NCH Announces Second Historic Gift in as Many Weeks Totaling a Record $40 Million in Support of Enhanced Care On the heels of our historic $20 Million gift announcement made last week, NCH is proud to announce yet a second $20 million naming gift in as many weeks from Diana and Don Wingard. This generous […]
A popular 1970s television commercial said, “It’s not nice to fool Mother Nature.” But for staff at the Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve in Naples, it’s okay to give nature a helping hand by mimicking its work. Ten members of the reserve’s fire team –assisted by a dozen partnering organizations – conduct prescribed fires, […]
Amarone Wines have skyrocketed in popularity in recent years, with wine connoisseurs swooning over their full-bodied flavor and distinct taste. If you’re new to Amarone or looking to expand your wine repertoire, we’ll go over what makes Amarone unique, as well as some of our favorite labels that experienced wine drinkers are raving about! By […]
Southwest Florida Fight Just five months ago, our region experienced the wrath of Mother Nature. With a sweeping storm surge reaching over 16 feet, walloping wind gusts sustaining 155 mph, and widespread destruction, completely leveling mile after mile in our beloved community. Southwest Florida has been through a lot over these past few months. We […]