May 2, 2009

• Enjoy Naples Events This Weekend

  Taste of Collier Coming this weekend!
  Visit Taste of Collier this Sunday from noon to 4 p.m. at Bayfront, where 30 local restaurants will offer the best of their menus at the 26th annual event. There will also performances by local entertainment, an ice-carving contest, chef’s competition and more. It’s always a good time!
  Call 272-1907 for [...]

April 29, 2009

• Fiddler on the Roof National Tour In Fort Myers

  I attended the final performance at the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Center as the Broadway classic,”Fiddler on the Roof” ended its Southwest Florida appearance last night. I was amazed by Topol, the renowned Tevya, who at 74 years young seemed to be as sharp and witty and compelling as he was thirty years ago. [...]

February 19, 2009

• Stimulus Package Signed Into Law

  As expected, President Obama today signed the $787 billion American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (aka “the stimulus”) into law.  Here’s a recap of how the stimulus bill became a law, and what the final plan means for home buyers.
  First, the Senate and the House passed their own ideal economic recovery bills.  The approved Senate bill included [...]

February 8, 2009

• Sunset and wine tasting party a resounding success for Nash & Company!

  To proudly present her newest and most exceptional penthouse on the beach in Naples,
  Jo Ellen Nash held a broker showcase event at the Aria Building, Parkshore’s most luxurious building to date! Aria Penthouse North is one of those rare “trophy properties” that will become a legacy for some family with foresight.
  Aria Penthouse
  The Crown Jewel of [...]

January 23, 2009

• Naples Boat Show and Seafood Festival This Weekend

  If you love all things aquatic, don’t miss The Marine Industries Association of Collier County’s 2009 Boat Show & Seafood Festival, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. today through Sunday, 100 Goodlette-Frank Road S., Naples. See displays from more than 20 area boat dealers and 80 related businesses while enjoying seafood from Pincher’s Crab Shack [...]

January 22, 2009

• Lee County Home Tour Starts in February

  This year home tour starts in February. For the very latest and most comprehensive in architectural design, construction, technology, cabinetry, lighting, landscaping and pool design, Lee Building Industry Association’s Parade of Homes opens its doors Feb. 5-8, 12-15 and 19-22.

  This is the 23rd year for the event, with model homes ranging in price from the [...]

December 31, 2008

• Happy New Year in Naples! Our Last 2008 Blog Article.

  The city of Naples will ring in 2009 with its annual fireworks show Wednesday evening.
  The show starts at 7:30 p.m. at the Naples Pier, and is expected to last about 20 minutes.
  The city is expecting more than 25,000 people to fill Naples’ beaches.
  Mike Leslie, the assistant Community Services director for Naples, said today as long [...]

December 15, 2008

• Perry and Noch Win Merrill Lynch Shootout in Naples.

  Kenny Perry and Scott Hoch held off J.B. Holmes and Boo Weekley to win the Merrill Lynch Shootout in Naples on Sunday.
  Perry eagled No. 17 for the second day in a row, making a 15-foot putt that matched Weekley’s 18-footer to keep him and Hoch up four with one hole to play in the scramble [...]

December 12, 2008

• Naples Christmas Boat Parade

  Christmas in Naples. Time to stroll down Fifth Avenue and admire the decorations. Time to attend parties and exchange presents. But most of all, because we live in a boating community, it’s time to participate to the annual boat parade.
  Whether you like boats, Christmas lights or both, this Neapolitan tradition brings the community together every [...]

December 8, 2008

• Christmas Tree Trends in Florida

  It’s time to put up the Christmas tree, but you’re ready for a break from candy canes. What are the hottest new options for holiday trees this year? A quick foray around the most inspiring showrooms and stores of Southwest Florida brought inspiration by the sleigh-full.
  Festively floral
  “People automatically think garlands and a star on top,” [...]

November 18, 2008

• Merrill Lynch Shootout in Naples – Pairings Set!

  Pairings set for the 2008 Merrill Lynch Shootout!
  Tournament Host Greg Norman recently announced 12 dynamic
  partnerships that will compete in Naples ’ only PGA TOUR stop!
   Greg Norman & CamiloVillegas
   Scott Hoch & Kenny Perry
    
   Woody Austin & Mark Calcavecchia
   J.B. Holmes & Boo Weekley
   Paul Azinger & Rocco Mediate
   Zack Johnson & Scott Verplank
    
   Stewart Cink & Fred Couples
   Jerry Kelly & Steve [...]

November 12, 2008

• Everything About Naples Florida Golf Plus Events

  Naples’ Rocco Mediate, a Calusa Pines Golf Club member, played in the Wendy’s Three-Tour Challenge on Tuesday in Henderson, Nev.
  Mediate played with Kenny Perry and Stewart Cink. Helen Alfredsson, Natalie Gulbis and Cristie Kerr represented the LPGA Tour, and Jay Haas, Fred Funk and Nick Price competed from the Champions Tour.
  Price had a 7-under [...]

October 28, 2008

• Newt Gingrich, Mia Farrow at Naples Town Hall in 2009

  Former speaker of the House Newt Gingrich and actress/humanitarian activist Mia Farrow are two of the speakers that will be participating in the Naples Town Hall 2009 lecture series “New Perspectives for a Changing World.”
  This is the lecture series schedule:
  – Mia Farrow-Wednesday, January 14, 2009
  Acclaimed Actress & Humanitarian Activist
  “The Darfur Crisis: With Knowledge Comes Responsibility”
  – [...]

June 24, 2008

• 20K Naples on the Run Event

  Join our community this Saturday at 7am on Mooringline Drive for the annual Naples on the Run marathon event. For more information, contact George 239-434-9786.

April 24, 2008

• Mother's Day Tea

  Treat the special lady in your life…mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, or stepmother…to a tea party reminisent of her girlhood. Enjoy tea, nibbles, and quality time with your mom. All ages 3 and up are welcome.
  Event Location:
  Estates Branch Library
  1266 Golden Gate Blvd. W.
  Naples, FL 34120
  239-455-8088
  From www.news-press.com
   

April 17, 2008

• Naples Crafts Festival

  Naples 5th Avenue South is the perfect backdrop for this craft event that features more than 100 of the nation’s best crafters. Handmade jewelry, 3-D acrylic paintings, ceramic planters, driftwood arrangements, glass votives and hand cut silhouettes are just some of the crafts you will find.
  An expansive Green Market will offer plants, orchids, exotic flora [...]

• Earth Day is Family Day

  Celebrate Earth Day at the Conservancy of Southwest Florida Nature Center with a free weekend festival filled with earth-friendly family fun.
  The event will be held at:
   The Conservancy of Southwest Florida, 1450 Merrihue Drive , Naples, Fl
  On Saturday, April 19 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., shop for locally-grown and organic foods at the Farmer’s Market, [...]

April 14, 2008

• Free Kids Fishing Clinic

  There is an old saying, “Give a man a fish, you feed him for a day. Teach a man to fish, you feed him for a lifetime.” Teaching a child to fish means helping him to appreciate the source of his food, the cycle of life, and the importance for ethical fishing practices and conserving [...]

April 9, 2008

• 2008 "Bud Light Regatta"

  Sailing Association of Marco IslandSaturday April 12th and Sunday April 13th Saturday: A Pursuit race off Marco Island’s Residents Beach.  Starts at 1100 hours. Sunday: Plan for two races.  The races will start at 1100 hours and will be held half way between Gordon Pass  and Capri Pass (Big Marco River).

• Accelerated Networking Luncheon- Arrowhead Golf Club

  Use your lunch hour as effectively as possible.  This luncheon provides you with the opportunity to meet other local professionals and let them meet YOU! You make business contacts, add to your referral business, and build stronger relationships in the community. You must be pre-registered to attend this event.  Pre-registration ends April 25th. Where:Arrowhead Club2205 Heritage [...]