The Food We Eat: A Tug of War Between Tasty Treats and Hidden Threats In a world where processed foods beckon us with their convenience and fresh produce promises health and vitality, it is easy to forget that our plates sometimes carry more than just nutrients and flavors. Beneath the delicious facade of our favorite […]
When the COVID pandemic brought travel plans to an abrupt, screeching halt a few years ago around most of the country, the Naples Airport experienced something no one saw coming: private air travel ascended to new levels as determined travelers sought an escape to warmer climates. The airport experienced an extraordinary season, with record-setting jet […]
The bounty of fall harvests and the Thanksgiving holiday are here! In the spirit of the season, I spoke with dedicated leaders committed to taking action so those dealing with hunger and food insecurity issues are given assistance now and throughout the year. Kari Lefort, the Collier Resource Center CEO, shared comments about food insecurity […]
One sign of a devoted non-profit organization is a passion to expand rather than ration services. Central Naples’ Fun Time Early Childhood Academy is expanding its high-quality, affordable and accredited programs off campus to Poinciana Elementary School and Golden Gate High School. The move is prompted by Fun Time’s headquarters operating near capacity with 96 […]
The best studio is the out-of-doors and Naples offers a very scenic studio with many visual possibilities on a daily basis. As long as the weather is cooperating, which it is, more often than not, a painting is just waiting to be created. “Clouds and Reflections” is one of those scenes Naples presented recently. “Thought […]
Tips for Choosing a Senior Living Community Selecting the right senior living community may be one of the most important decisions you and your loved ones will make. Although there is no magic formula for determining when a move will be right for you, these tips will help you navigate the process with confidence. Be […]
Catch a Dream with newlywed Erica Sample in The Marvelous Wonderettes at The Naples Players Let’s catch a dream! L-O-V-E: that spells love! Recently, Erica Sample, cast as Suzy in The Marvelous Wonderettes, had her dream wedding with volunteer and box office associate, Adam Fasano. Not only did the two meet and become friends here at The Naples […]
Did you know property owners can be held liable for not using reasonable care to discover dangerous conditions and to protect their guests from those conditions. Before you think I’ve taken off my conservation hat and hung out an attorney’s shingle, this scenario is relevant to our native wildlife. Not warning tenants, guests, or […]
Indecisive Maybe? We usually devote this space to droolworthy jewelry that inspires even the most jaded collector. But this time, let’s have a little gemstone tutorial, shall we? Simply digging into the story behind the stone is a satisfying experience. The more we know about the world of colorful gems, the deeper our appreciation grows. […]
Dear Artsperts, What is your most interesting sales story? Signed, Pitch Dear Pitch, When taking on a longstanding business and working with our father, William Meek, who has been a part of it since 1972, there are very few sales scenarios he hasn’t encountered. Last year Juliana surprised him with a new one, a literal […]