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As many as it

As many as it "takes"

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Naples International Film Festival, Naples, FL

International celebration for filmmakers

by Vickie Ferguson | January 23, 2012

Filmmakers and their creative vision are an important part of the movie industry. From short documentaries to full-length features, filmmakers and directors are responsible for bringing amazing stories to life.

Throughout the year and around the country, filmmakers and their work are highlighted at annual film fests. Naples is no exception. With an impressive selection of museums, galleries, a community theater, and symphony, the city of Naples and its residents are true friends of …


Savor the flavor of authentic Italian classic pizza

Savor the flavor of authentic Italian classic pizza

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Cafe Luna, Naples, FL

A taste of Old World Italy

by Vickie Ferguson | January 21, 2012

Sometimes after a day of shopping or sightseeing, or when you just want a really good meal at the kind of place the locals flock to, it’s good to know a restaurant just like that is not far away. At Café Luna, you can sit down in their casual, cozy establishment, order your favorite pizza with extra special toppings, and wash it down with a cool brew or fragrant glass of wine. Ahhh. …


A little reminder

A little reminder

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Romantic Valentine’s Day Ideas, Naples, FL

February 14 is all about spending quality time together

by Vickie Ferguson | January 16, 2012

Valentine’s Day evokes images of hearts and roses, loving cards, candlelit dinners, and a box of chocolates. It is a day for couples to spend together enjoying each other’s company. There is no age limit on celebrating. From young couples just starting out to couples who have spent a lifetime together, it is a day to be celebrated.

There are many ways to show how much you care but at the end of the …


A blank piece of pottery waiting for an artist's touch

A blank piece of pottery waiting for an artist's touch

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Marco Island Center for the Arts, Marco Island, FL

Explore your artistic talents at the center

by Vickie Ferguson | January 14, 2012

Expressing individual creativity can be a lot of work for those whose career involves the arts. Through hard work and dedication, their talent is on display to the public in audio that include performances in stage performances, operas, and concerts. Artists utilizing hands on and visual mediums include ballet, modern dance, painting, sculpture, and the many other mediums available. For others, learning and participating in creative outlets for the sheer fun of it can be …


Birds observing the situation

Birds observing the situation

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8th Annual Southwest Florida Nature Festival, Naples, FL

Take a tour of the diverse Florida landscape

by Vickie Ferguson | January 09, 2012

January is the perfect time of the year for the 8th Annual Southwest Florida Nature Festival in Naples. The festival is hosted by the Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve and serves as an educational event focusing on wildlife, ecology, and the environment.

The festival runs from Friday to Sunday, January 13 through January 15. During those three days, experts in the fields of science and biology are on hand to lead …


Enjoy a palette of visual delights

Enjoy a palette of visual delights

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The 16th Annual Downtown Naples New Year’s Art Festival, Naples, FL

Visually pleasing art fair

by Vickie Ferguson | January 07, 2012

It is January and the weather is beautiful along the Paradise Coast of Florida making it a perfect day for winding your way through booths and tents displaying an impressive selection of fine art.

On Sunday, January 8, make your way downtown to historic 5th Avenue South and enjoy the 16th Annual Downtown Naples New Year’s Art Fair. Situated among the sidewalks, flowers, and trees, a bevy of artistic delights await your …






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