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Learning Life Skills THROUGH GOLF
A $10 million capital campaign for a trailblazing and futuristic-looking learning center for young golfers of Collier County is gaining velocity. The First Tee – Naples/Collier chapter was founded by current Executive Director Cindy Darland with the
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LUSH Libations
Step into The Bevy, and you’ll quickly witness how seriously this establishment takes its cocktails. The U-shaped bar is the center of the restaurant on Twelfth Avenue South, located just off Third Street South. The bar’s top is lined with beakers an
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NI’s Curated Dining Guide For Greater NAPLES
The Naples area is packed with an abundance of great eateries, serving up food and drinks to satisfy every palate. Naples Illustrated has rounded up details on can’t-miss places for dining delights. As our community continues to recover from Hurrican
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On the FLY
In the words of Confucius the Navigator, the seafaring brother of that wise and worldly Chinese philosopher: “Life’s too short to own an ugly boat.” Stroll the docks at any boat show these days, and you’ll spy a multitude of floating Clorox bottles w
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In The Sea
Not everyone wants or needs a rush when working out. And for many exercise enthusiasts, taking a run or bike ride can provide ample endorphins. However, for water-loving thrill seekers, kiteboarding is an activity to consider, especially if you’re in
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In The Pool
If you want to safely work out in the water and have access to a pool, water-based workouts may be for you. Land-based workouts are often high impact and can be hard on our bodies. Water exercises can reduce this impact; they’re also a wonderful way
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BEAUTY Sleep
While bedding is the simplest way to transform a bedroom’s vibe, many of us are guilty of keeping sheets, comforters, and shams well past their style prime. To help motivate a refresh, Beverly Visco, bedding specialist for Naples-based Gattle’s, shar
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On the Trail
With so much sea around, it’s easy to forget about the abundant verdant trails available for hiking and biking in our area. There are many to explore by foot or by bike, including those maintained by CREW (Corkscrew Regional Ecosystem Watershed) Land
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Sher The Love
Sher Canada is driven to succeed—especially in the retail realm. After a successful career as an executive with Chico’s FAS Inc., Canada established the Sher Canada Corp., providing consulting and marketing services for fashion-related businesses. In
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ARTS & EVENTS
1 Art in the Park, juried art show, Cambier Park, Naples, free. (fifthavenuesouth.com) Barefoot in the Park, a hilarious comedy, Norris Center, Naples, through April 16, tickets start at $45. (gulfshoreplayhouse.org) Friends of the Library Author Spo
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NUTRITION Smarts
Research appears to prove what Greek physician Hippocrates, known as the father of modern medicine, preached more than two centuries ago: “Let thy food be thy medicine and medicine thy food.” A growing body of evidence reveals nutrition not only play
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A Touch of Genius
With their son and daughter grown and a desire to have their primary residence in a warm climate, it was time to go home shopping. “We looked all over Florida and weren’t in a hurry. It was more important to get it done right,” explain the active hea
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Show Me the Money?
The upside sounds like an investor’s holy grail: huge returns and support for businesses or industries people often believe in, such as clean energy, artificial intelligence, or deglobalization. It’s known as thematic investing, and it’s exploded in
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Hanya’s RUNWAY
A beautiful, blue-eyed baby girl was born to parents who, as young adults, emigrated from rural Ukraine to the multicultural city of Toronto in pursuit of a better life. For the first five years of her life, Hanya Kizemchuk spoke only Ukrainian. She
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A New Catch
Found at Naples Grande Beach Resort, The Catch of the Pelican is a casual outpost featuring a new menu, an even happier happy hour, and a fresh spin on spring dining. The outdoor terrace is an inviting space to gather for food, libations, fresh air,
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Michael Santoro and Paola Ayala
Every design choice in this fully renovated condo on Gulf Shore Boulevard is based on the view—that of the Gulf of Mexico. By day, it’s all blue sky, sunlight, and aquamarine waters. With the setting sun, myriad orange hues filter through before a cu
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Social Media and Your Mental Health
If it feels like everyone’s on social media, you’re not wrong. According to Pew Research Center, 72 percent of U.S. adults used a social media site in 2021. There are many positive aspects of social media, from serving as an educational resource to b
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To Our Health
Mahatma Gandhi said, “It is health that is real wealth and not pieces of gold and silver.” Few words have more validity than these, in my opinion; we all know the importance of health and the hope and happiness it can afford. Conversely, even those w
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Ancient Kingdom
If you’ve explored the ruins of Pompeii, Petra, the Acropolis, Giza, Tikal, or Machu Picchu and feel like you’ve seen the best archaeology has to offer, think again. Like a fictional “Choose Your Own Adventure” book, Cambodia’s ancient city of Angkor
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Food As Fuel
Often when we feel that “afternoon slump,” we reach for an energy drink or a protein bar that promises everything from performance boosts to better muscle growth, but many of the quick fixes fall short. Loaded with sugars and chemicals, these product
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On the Court
Most people have heard of cardio tennis, but cardio pickleball is catching on, too. At the Naples Pickleball Center, Nancy Robertson—an International Pickleball Teaching Professional Association certified instructor—teaches the one-hour class, which
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Water, Water Everywhere
Our connection to water goes far beyond good hydration. There is a certain peace of mind that surrounds me as I paddleboard across the glassy sea at our family getaway in the outer islands of the Bahamas. It’s immersive. The early morning light spark
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Good Sport
My, my, how you’ve grown, Mr. Range Rover Sport. Once the rambunctious kid brother, you’re now the full-fat, top-shelf Range Rover. The 2023 Sport has bulked up and is ready to arm wrestle any Porsche SUV that gets in its way. So much so that those o
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Coastal Kiss
It’s not just inland, ruin-dotted Cambodia that entices. The world’s most heavenly accommodation—the overwater bungalow—maintains a secret address off coastal Cambodia, and only the lucky few have experienced it. In the Koh Rong archipelago, a duo of
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Neapolitan Cuisine AT CASA NERI
The Casa Neri space was originally intended to be an Italian deli. Plans changed when they met Nitride, however. If you are looking for more traditional Italian cuisine, Neri says Molto’s menu is for you. Casa Neri, she explains, is for more adventur
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A Winning Donation
The University of St. Thomas in St. Paul, Minnesota, received a game-changing donation of $75 million from Lee and Penny Anderson, residents of Naples since 1993. The donation is for a multiuse, on-campus arena for Division I men’s and women’s hockey
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Color Code
“I love color,” announces Jen Davison, interior designer for Collins DuPont Design Group. She explains that clients are often scared of color, preferring neutrals—especially in their homes. “Most people want a lack of color—requesting whites, creams,
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A Doggone Good Time
In western North Carolina’s beautiful share of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Jackson County is home to myriad plunging waterfalls, dramatic ravines, the highest vertical cliffs in the eastern United States, and one of the oldest mountains on the planet,
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Good Gardens
Sourcing the freshest, highest quality ingredients is a priority for the chefs who oversee the best kitchens in Southwest Florida. Finding fresh produce is as simple as walking out their side door for the culinary team at Veranda E, the alfresco rest
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Salad Dressing SMARTS
Salad is often billed as a healthy food, but what about the dressing? “I think a lot of people use salad dressings without considering what the nutritional contents are,” says Dr. Nils-Otto Jaasko, a nutritional physical therapist at Florida Personal
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