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Volume 16 • Issue 1 • January 2026

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As I look forward to 2026 it is with a great deal of
excitement. Our beloved City of Naples is a wonderful place
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to be whether it’s year-round or during our famous Season.
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It is also the time of year that families get together form by any electronic or mechanical means without
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excited youngsters who still believe in Santa Claus and his Opinions expressed by contributors or advertisers are not
merry troupe. I remember the many years that I put out a necessarily those of the publisher.
plate with cookies and a glass of milk only to find an empty
plate and glass in the morning replaced by gifts around the
tree. Also, I vividly remember the year that I found out the
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jolly fellow was not real. I think back to years gone by, pause
to think of those times and the joy and warmth they brought
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In short, we are fortunate to have everything we need contributing writers Bill Barnett
right here in Naples: great food, beautiful environment, Sandra Lee Buxton
contemporary and classical entertainment, safe streets, friends Diana Jarrett
some of which have become our family of choice, beaches Lois Bolin
Jeff Lytle
and most of all our loved ones.
Claudia Polzin
In my New Year’s column, I rarely include a wish for the
Paula Allia
upcoming year. This year is different as I feel a great need to
Tina Osceola
ask for the following: We have important elections in 2026
that will decide the shape and future of Naples. In the last graphic design YB Design Studio
local election that was looked at as one of great importance
only 50 percent of registered voters voted. Those who didn’t
vote said what happened?! Voting is a privilege given to us
by our constitution, fought and died for by many. Life in Naples Magazine
My wish would be no matter what your beliefs or is now a Community
political party get out and VOTE!!! Partner of the
Wishing everyone a prosperous and enjoyable New Year!

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