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Florida Weekly (Naples)
Published 5 hours agoThe Cuban experience
I have long been intrigued by the often-tumultuous relationship between the United States and Cuba. My first memory of Cuba was during the Cuban Missile Crisis. I must have been 12 at the time and I was living in Delaware when my mother suddenly decided to go down and check out…
Florida Weekly (Naples)
Published 8 hours agoWhat goes with what
My last column delved into the so-called “rules” about how to pair wines with various types of food and cuisines and how breaking those rules can lead us to new culinary experiences and discoveries. It’s an extensive (and sometimes controversial) topic, so I decided to seek out…
Florida Weekly (Naples)
Published 19 hours agoPuppy and kitten ready for homes from Humane Society Naples
Sequoia Sequoia is 10 months old and full energy! This big puppy loves playing in the yard and makes friends with everyone. Just a big goofball. His adoption fee is waived this month! Meowth Meowth is your typical 3-month-old kitten: eat, sleep, play, repeat. He especially loves…
Florida Weekly (Naples)
Published September 13Winning Words
Florida Weekly continues to celebrate the winners of its 16th annual readers’ Writing Challenge. This week, it’s the second and third honorable mention stories, along with interviews with the winners. Note: Florida Weekly runs the Writing Challenge stories “as is,” without any…
John B. Gotta
John Bernard Gotta, 68, Naples, Fla., formerly of Fort Wayne and Lake Wawasee, died Monday, Sept. 7, 2026. He was […]
Florida Weekly (Naples)
Published September 13One ship, 90 days, a world of adventure
When I was selected to host clients for three months aboard a Silversea World Cruise last spring, I was ecstatic. After all, cruising the world has been a lifelong ambition. But when I shared my excitement with friends, I was surprised to learn how many asked the same question:…
Florida Weekly (Naples)
Published September 11Brotherly harmonies come to life with ‘Forever Everly’
Step back in time with a unique musical and film perspective inside the lives of the infamous rock ‘n’ roll duo Don and Phil Everly in Florida Repertory Theatre’s production of “Forever Everly: The Everly Brothers Rockumentary”. Defining the sound of a generation, this brotherly…
Florida Weekly (Naples)
Published September 11Events honoring 9/11 in Marco Island, Naples and Bonita Springs
Marco Island hosts 9/11 Naples Memorial Stair Climb This fifth year of the annual Naples Memorial Stair Climb is held by Hilton Marco Island, 7 a.m. to 1 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 13 for a venue change of the year. Hilton Marco Island Beach Resort and Spa, 560 S. Collier Blvd., Marco…
Florida Weekly (Naples)
Published September 10Pair of pups still need homes
Huxley and Ralph are still looking for homes. One is still less than three months old and the other about two years old. They can be adopted solo though Ralph could like a canine friend. Contact Patty Baker Humane Society of Naples for adoptions. Huxley Huxley is 2 months old and…
Florida Weekly (Naples)
Published September 10The Naples Players presents ‘Rocket Man’
The Naples Players presents Steven Dietz’s bittersweet comedy-drama “Rocket Man,” starting Wednesday, Oct. 21 and running through Sunday, Nov. 22, in the Price Studio Theater. TNP’s 73rd season is presented by Porsche Naples. The funny, yet contemplative, play follows Donny, a…
Florida Weekly (Naples)
Published September 10Naples-based Avow hospice expands into Lee County
The not-for-profit organization known for hospice and home health acquired a property at 14590 Hope Center Loop in Hope Preserve, Fort Myers, representing an important step in the organization’s continued expansion of services for patients and families throughout Southwest…
Florida Weekly (Naples)
Published September 10Farm-City BBQ returns for 69th year
The Farm-City BBQ returns for the 69th annual event taking place Wednesday, Nov. 25, at 11:30 a.m. at the Collier County Fairgrounds. This year’s beloved pre-Thanksgiving tradition once again brings the Collier County together in gratitude, unity, and celebration for the hands…