Hodges University has chosen long time Naples attorney and community leader J. Dudley Goodlette as its 2014 Humanitarian of the Year. The award will be presented during a luncheon event on Thursday, February 6, 2014, at The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples. “The Humanitarian of the Year Luncheon has become a highly anticipated, respected and celebrated […]
Philanthropy in all its forms — corporate, family, professional and next-generation — was the focus of the local celebration of National Philanthropy Day, Nov. 14, as the Association of Fundraising Professionals- Everglades Chapter paid tribute to individuals and organizations throughout Collier County. “Philanthropy is so powerful and inspiring precisely because it is voluntary,” said Paul […]
All of us will make a residential move at some point and for the baby-boomers, who have collected a vast amount of treasures, downsizing a household can be an overwhelming experience. Recently, a local couple sent me an email saying the wife was panicking at the thought of sorting through her possessions in order to […]
Art enriches our lives. From the quality of our marketing to the intimacy of our living rooms, art brings depth and inspiration. During their 60th anniversary year, Naples Art Association is reflecting on its role as the premier community supported and community driven art organization. Their mission and vision statements are at the core of […]
If you’re thinking that the best part of a day at the Zoo is the chance to see beautiful and fascinating animals from around the world, you wouldn’t be wrong, but that’s only part of what you’ll love about a visit to this Naples favorite, which has been as important to the city’s past as […]
When Dr. Chris Papadopoulos looks at you, it’s as if he’s known you all his life. The very charming gentleman chats with people as though each is his best friend. His brand of communication is nearly a lost art – he stays focused on you, hanging on every word you say. You’re important to him. […]
As the largest independent oncology/hematology practice in the United States, Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute (FCS) has always had a forward-thinking attitude towards clinical trial research. “Clinical trials are vital to our practice,” says FCS oncologist Dr. Rebecca Kosloff. “The reason cancer survival rates have dramatically increased over the past two decades can be […]
The Naples Players will perform Black Tie by A.R. Gurney in Blackburn Hall January 15 through February 8. Before Curtis, played by Jim Heffernan, is able to raise his glass and make a memorable speech for his son’s wedding, he must defend the time-honored ways of his past, including his attire. Cultures clash when a […]
January is here and the holidays have passed. This is when most people have a New Year’s resolution that once talked about now needs to become reality. Most fitness memberships commence with vigor YET many drop out within the first two months. It is time to get serious about what your needs are and persevere […]
Who speaks for the residents? In policy matters, who’s got the back of the little guy, the folks in the disparate communities throughout Collier County? Businesses have the Greater Naples Chamber of Commerce, and it does a great job representing their interests. Politicians have political committees to raise money and support their election. Homeowner groups […]