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JANUARY 2013 features
Special Anniversary Edition 88 The Naples 15 NI salutes the movers and shakers whose contributions helped make this city so exceptional. By Liza Grant Smith
106 Vintage Magic As the 2013 Naples Winter Wine Festival nears, six major players share favorite memories from years past. By Dorothea Hunter Sönne
114 To Have and To Hold On Photographer Richard Kraus and his peers are protecting our natural assets through the book Naples Vignette. By Dorothea Hunter Sönne
124 We Naples To celebrate the magazine’s fifteenth birthday, we list the reasons why this is the best place to live. By Kat Smith
128 White Heat Resort wear shines in the Florida sun to make any occasion special, from the ballroom to the beach. Photography by Robert Adamo
Naeem Khan gown, special order, Saks Fifth Avenue, Naples. Jewelry, Provident Jewelry, Naples.
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60 26 From the Publisher 28 Editor’s Letter 30 Social Observer REYNALDO MARTIN
NAPLES NOW 49 Q&A Natalie Cole 50 Insider What’s here and happening
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STYLE 55 Trends Perfectly clear: see-through accessories 58 Vanity Earthy products for glowing complexions
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62 Design A glittering table sets a festive tone 64 Finds Upscale shopping and living uptown at Mercato
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Last Friday of the Month, January - March, 5:30 - 9 p.m. Mark your calendars for each of these night events: January 25th – Rocket Man: A Tribute to Elton John (Opening act Mudbone, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.) February 22nd – Never Stop Believin’ and Livin’ on a Prayer: A Tribute to Journey and Bon Jovi (Opening act The Wholetones, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.) March 29th – Alter Eagles: A Tribute to The Eagles (Opening act Patchouli, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.) Tribute Band Concert Admission: $15 for Non-Member Adults / $5 for Non-Member Children $7 for Member Adults / $3 for Member Children Please remember to bring your own seating for all concerts and wear weather appropriate clothing. Please, no outside food or alcoholic beverages are allowed. Food and beverages will be available for purchase at the Garden Cart Café.
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JANUARY 2013 TASTE
BALANCE
69 Dish Osteria Tulia’s Old World-style meatballs
197 New Year, New You AntiGravity Aerial Yoga comes to town, plus the latest on living well
70 Local Flavor Dining news and a visit to The Chapel Grill 74 Spirits A fun fundraiser: Naples Winter Wine Festival
PURSUITS 79 First Class Mexican cooking and Mayan warmth in Cancún
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82 High Road The Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG Wagon
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AGENDA 203 Culture Whimsical works at Harmon-Meek Gallery 204 Calendar 211 Social Observer
GIVING BACK 216 Valuable Lessons Walter and Rosemary Blankley
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JOIN THE CONVERSATION ach week, I get reports about Naples Illustrated, Weddings Illustrated and our other publications “trending on Twitter,” going up another “100 likes” on Facebook or being “retweeted” by a national fashion designer or noted photographer, and items on our websites being pinned and repinned on thousands of Pinterest pages. At first, I thought, “That’s nice.” Now I’ve learned it’s more than nice; it’s huge. As someone who most often uses the Internet only to search for a travel destination or a movie review, I didn’t immediately understand how our Web pages are driving business—readers and advertisers—to our print pages. While our websites and other new media products such as eNewsletters have grown tremendously in the past year and become a nice business on their own, they also have strengthened the demand for our traditional print magazines. (Pardon me if I pause here and shout, “Hallelujah!”) Most of us in the magazine business have seen the digital age as an opportunity, not a threat. Unlike newspapers, which saw much of their classified advertising move online and then accelerated their own decline by giving away their print content online, many magazine executives have steadfastly believed people will want beautiful glossies with exciting content on their coffee tables, at the beach and on their night stands for many, many years to come. Adding digital platforms to our business has only helped our physicalmedia side. Despite tablet devices becoming almost ubiquitous, traditional magazine audiences are growing, even among the mobile device set. While that’s not true for all magazines (news weeklies are an obvious example, and business-to-business magazines are another), luxury lifestyle titles filled with large, gorgeous photography of fascinating people, exotic locations, mouthwatering food, incredible fashion and sparkling jewels are benefiting from the extension the digital products give them. Our team keeps explaining, “It’s all about being a part of the conversation.” Many of us who didn’t grow up with a smartphone keypad in our hands and don’t think anyone can truly have 500 “friends” have had to accept some new definitions for words like “conversation” and “engagement.” What we do in our pages, and with separate content on our websites, is being “talked about” in ways we never dreamed. It is prompting more and more people to become engaged with our brand and amplify our message, quite literally, to every corner of the planet. Each day in this enterprise and in this age is exciting. If you’re reading this, you’re probably familiar with our magazine. Consider doubling your enjoyment and joining us at naplesillustrated.com and weddingsillustrated.net as well as on Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest. We don’t want you to miss any part of the conversation.
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EDITOR’S LETTER
Better with Age
VANESSA ROGERS
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am always up for a reason to celebrate. My birthday? Check. New Year’s? Check. To raise money for charity? Double check. Just because I feel like it? Yes, siree. But in particular, every year when I wake up and hear my mom’s voice serenading me over the phone when Father Time adds another year to my clock, I can’t help but get the good kind of butterflies in my stomach. She taught me to not be shy about my age and to believe another year older is another year wiser. All of which is why I’m so happy to be part of Naples Illustrated at such a significant juncture in its history—the magazine’s fifteenth anniversary. Each of our features this month pays homage to it, starting on page 88 with “The Naples 15,” a striking portfolio of local luminaries who have made a big impact on our city over the past decade and a half. Contemplating their achievements has made me see just how much the area has changed. Proof of how far and rapidly we’ve come is this short list of things I consider to be synonymous with Naples in 2013 that were not here in 1998: Mercato (page 64), Sugden Community Theatre (page 90), the Naples Winter Wine Festival (page 106), and the Garden of Hope and Courage (page 104). Speaking of gardens, another place that was not yet on the map in January 1998 when our first issue hit newsstands is the Naples Botanical Garden. And my, it has grown! In addition to the expanding reach of its delightful annual fundraiser Hats in the Garden (page 30)—I’m already looking forward to the next incarnation in November—it has a new state-of-the-art visitor center in the works. I’m grateful I moved down when I did because I have a personal affinity for luxuriant greenery (my husband and I were married in the New York Botanical Garden in 2008), and I can’t imagine not having a similar verdant space to enjoy in my new hometown. And, with that, I hope you enjoy what’s in store for you in this issue. The magazine is a labor of love, and I thank you, loyal readers, and encourage you to stay in touch throughout the new year. Cheers!
Dorothea Hunter Sönne dhuntersonne@naplesillustrated.com
I’m excited for our magazine’s Fifteenth anniversary, plus some other new things this month: n Yoga inspired by Cirque du Soleil (page 197).
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From January 1998 to today, a toast to an uplifting 15 years of Naples Illustrated—and many more to come!
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January 26 promises to be an evening to remember when ninetime Grammy Award-winning singer Natalie Cole gives a one-night-only performance at the Philharmonic Center for the Arts. The daughter of Nat King Cole, Natalie stepped into her own spotlight with her 1975 debut album, Inseparable, which featured the No. 1 hit single “This Will Be (An Everlasting Love).” Her career soared with her 1991 album, Unforgettable … With Love, in which she sang a duet with her father’s 1951 recording of “Unforgettable.” Diagnosed with Hepatitis C, Natalie has written books inspired by her struggles and supports awareness campaigns. —Jennifer Pfaff n Can you share an unforgettable memory you have with your father? Going to the movies with my dad to see It’s A Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World back in the early ’60s—very funny movie. Dad laughed so hard that he literally fell in the aisle of the movie theater! n What quote inspires you? I cannot give just one quote—there are too many to list, but one that I like very much is the Serenity Prayer. It is the inspiration for many members of the Bill W Club, and Alcoholics and Addicts Anonymous: “God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference.” n What’s one of the proudest moments of your career? The proudest moment of my career, I believe, is still yet to come.
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Scintillating News Crystals, and more recently rubies and watches, traditionally have made the short list for popular fifteenth anniversary gifts. As if Naples had our milestone in mind, three jewelers in town unveiled exciting changes just in time for 2013 shopping sprees.
Room with a sparkling view The Jewelry Gallery, a glittering display area carved from the front and center of Marissa Collections off its Third Street South entrance, was built to house a growing variety of carefully curated selections from cutting-edge designers, like Arunashi (above), Frederica Rettore and Irene Neuwirth—many of whom will be making personal appearances during season. (800-581-6641; marissacollections.com)
total makeover A go-to spot for years on Fifth Avenue South for original creations by owner William Boyajian (right), vintage finds and chi-chi international brands, Port Royal Jewelers’ interior got a facelift in late 2012. The sleekest modern decor and of-the-moment display cases perfectly complement the sophisticated baubles within. (239-263-3071; portroyaljewelers.com)
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The Write Way Start the New Year off with a handcrafted flourish. We love that the art of personal correspondence is in full force during the holidays: cards, gift notes, invitations. We always say we’re going to continue sending such niceties after December 31, but somehow, that resolution gets lost in the shuffle. Make a stronger commitment this year by signing up for calligraphy classes at Invitation to Paper (239-325-9467; invitationtopaper.com) in North Naples. You’ll learn beautiful penmanship in a semiprivate setting, and you can showcase the fruits of your labor as the social season enters high gear with thank-yous to gracious hosts—friends will no doubt be impressed. (Speaking of hosts, the shop carries gifts and beautiful trimmings, including Nepalese wrapping paper and colorful ribbons.) “After the initial lesson, we build the classes around a project, like completing a set of place cards. It’s so that you can really develop the skill and get in the habit of practicing,” says LaVon Coate, the shop’s owner. If you are dedicated to learning but don’t want such a structured format, or if you seek an option downtown, Arabesque (239-403-0043; arabesqueofnaples.com) on Fifth Avenue South is stocked with the finest stationery (and giftables, too). From there, visit The von Liebig Art Center’s (239-262-6517; naplesart.org) library that has resource guides for DIY instruction.
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Quietly under new ownership since this summer, Yamron has been fine-tuning its offerings from expanding its signature collection of timepieces with top names like Patek Philippe (left) to selling estate gems for the very first time. Regular buying events are being held to build an inventory of these antique treasures; check with the store for details. (239592-7707; yamron.com)
time talk star and comedienne extraordinaire Whoopi Goldberg when she takes the stage for a stand-up routine at the Philharmonic Center for the Arts (thephil.org) on January 12. Can’t make it? Laughs are guaranteed when Broadway’s Sister Act, based on one of Goldberg’s most memorable movies, hits the theater earlier in the month from the 1st to the 6th.
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Smart Design A glance at the gorgeous sales center for Aqua at Pelican Isle reveals the artistic vision of Denise Couture Cowell of PK Studios Inc. After studying architecture in college, the allure of flow and layout led her into interior design. Couture Cowell has earned a long list of peer accolades, such
Scaling Heights Denise Couture Cowell’s current work includes the redevelopment of the David Lawrence Center campus in Naples.
An assistant professor of sociology at Florida Gulf Coast University, Mari DeWees likes to conquer mountains. She is also a St. Matthew’s House trustee and plans a June climb of Mount Chimborazo in Ecuador to generate funds for the nonprofit, which serves the area’s homeless
as the 2012 Design Excellence Awards by the
population. Leading up to the big event, she’s co-
American Society of Interior Designers, South
hosting climb-related courses in conjunction with
Florida Chapter in multiple categories, and she
the WellFit Institute in Naples. Her mission is to
was inducted into the Hall of Fame for Special
raise $35,000 for an expansion of a tennis pro-
Recognition of Leadership. “Client needs are
gram she created for the organization that helps
always a driving factor in my designs,” she says.
men battling substance abuse. “The mountain is
“I like to study the existing space to find addi-
the ultimate metaphor for overcoming personal
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challenges and obstacles in life,” she says. —C.W.
Vaulted Success University of Florida (UF) gymnast Jamie Shisler now sports some serious bling on her hand. In October, she and her teammates were presented with championship rings commemorating their 2012 Southeastern Conference (SEC) first-place finish. The next day, they were honored on the field during the UF-South Carolina football game in front of 90,000 fans. In addition to the SEC “I am on a team with Olympians and World Team members,” says Jamie Shisler. “I consider myself very, very lucky.” 52 NAPLES ILLUSTRATED
title, the Gators placed second at the 2012 NCAA Gymnastics Championships. “Being a member of that team as a freshman was a dream come true,” Shisler says. A Barron Collier High graduate, 2011 Junior Olympian and 2012 Academic All-American, she competes on floor and vault for UF. —C.W.
“I felt doing a charity climb of Mt. Chimborazo would clearly illustrate a commitment to raising awareness of addiction and homelessness in our community,” says Mari DeWees.
style Trends sheer fun Cheers to embellished transparent accessories. By Katherine Lande
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What better way to toast the season—and a special occasion, such as our fifteenth anniversary—than by sporting Lucite, Plexiglas and sheer accessories with a touch of bling? These bracelets from Alexis Bittar (Saks Fifth Avenue and Nordstrom, Naples) and Nicholas King (luisaviorama. com) clearly illustrate the trend. See page 56 for more luxe looks culled from holiday and spring collections.
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trends Blooming bling Flower lattice necklace ($228), J.Crew, Naples
For NI’s anniversary and New Year’s, count down to glam.
sparkle stem Disclose heel in silver specchio ($498), Stuart Weitzman, stuartweitzman.com
cool as ice Lucite geometric necklace ($398), Marilyn’s Distinctive European Fashion, Naples
clear cut
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Evening bag in transparent Plexiglas ($1,150), Gucci, Naples
two-tone Clear earrings with diamante accents ($58), Sequin, Naples
CLUTCH LOVE Valentino Garavani Lucite purse ($3,395), special order, Marissa Collections, Naples MONIQUE LHUILLIER
platform power Patent leather embellished shoes ($2,100), Miu Miu, Marissa Collections, Naples
star bright PVC and silver Swarovski Elementsencrusted peep-toe pump ($2,395), Christian Louboutin, christian louboutin.com 56 NAPLES ILLUSTRATED
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It seems like an oxymoron, but it’s a fact: Nothing cleans and purifies better than mud. Products rich in minerals, mud and clay nourish and balance even the most sensitive skin. Our picks: Ahava Dead Sea Purifying Mud Mask ($30) and soap ($10, Ulta); Rassoul desert clay crystals perfumed with geranium ($21, beautyhabit.com); Repêchage Hydra Medic Sea Mud Perfecting Mask for troublesome skin ($29, Philip Douglas Salon); and MyChelle Dermaceuticals Cranberry Mud Mask for blemish control ($25, Whole Foods Market).
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1. Geometric Gems: Stop traffic in these Oscar de la Renta bead drop earrings ($295). Marissa Collections, Naples (239-263-4333; marissacollections.com) 2. ROUND UP: Shine in the Putting on the Ritz brooch ($128) with faceted glass and crystal. Kate Spade, Naples (239-594-8504; katespade.com) 3. Black-tie: The Louise bangle ($240) adds a dash of mod to any outfit. Swarovski, Naples (239-5130879; swarovski.com) 4. Wise Choice: Harness the power of the crystal with the Temple St. Clair 52.5-carat rock crystal quartz owl amulet in 18-karat gold with blue sapphires and diamond pavé ($6,950). Chain sold separately. Saks Fifth Avenue, Naples (239-592-5900; saksfifthavenue.com) 5. Show-Stopper: Deck out your décolletage with this gold necklace ($850) featuring emerald-cut Swarovski crystals and red-marbled resin. Marilyn’s Distinctive European Fashion, Naples (239-206-4460; marilynhellman.com) 6. Perfect Pair: These Bel Air chandelier earrings ($2,995) dazzle in 18-karat green gold and quartz. A.Jaron Fine Jewelry, Naples (239-293-2932; ajaron.com) u
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Whether toasting a new year or celebrating a big anniversary, a festive table sets the mood, here beneath the glow of an elegant Fine Art Lamps crystal and glass chandelier. The designers at Clive Daniel Home (clivedaniel.com) in Naples concocted this glittery scene for us with Denmark side chairs around a dining table by Thomas and Gray, festooned with La Bohème clear glass ornaments, hand-blown glass art deco baguette vases, Vietri Champagne flutes, sea life napkin holders, an octopus candle holder in pewter, a mercury-glass lamp by Arteriors, and a Global Views pewter and glass cake pedestal. For party favors, each place is set with boxes filled with Da Ma Mere soap and hand lotion.
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Northern Lights The urban-flavored, mixeduse enclave Mercato, which opened in 2008, stands as one of the most visible displays of our area’s growth during the past decade. The development’s attractions include a smorgasbord of dining, shopping and entertainment for residents and vacationers alike. (mercatonaples.com)
Sí, Mas MASA D’Amico & Partners, the culinary powerhouse behind Campiello and Café & Bar Lurcat, has opened the Naples outpost of its Mexican gem MASA. (The original is in Minneapolis.) Chef Mike Mueller, who has been overseeing the kitchen at Café Lurcat, is now at Masa. The menu is similar to the northern eatery, but some items are unique to the Mercato location. Mueller seeks high-quality ingredients like AshMASA enchiladas ley Farms all-natural chicken, Wagyu beef and Berkshire pork to raise the bar on his dishes, and he spent a lot of time in Mexico learning the secrets to truly authentic cuisine. In addition to savory entrées like marinated roasted pork cooked in a banana leaf, there are fun cocktails made with fresh juices, including a watermelon margarita. We're marveling at the walls, lush with greenery, including herbs used in cooking.
The 411 For the uninitiated, Mercato has 20 stores selling clothes, accessories, kids’ stuff, and home decor (like ultra-chic offerings at Kreiss). You’ll also find a dozen restaurants covering fancy (Seasons 52) to casual (The Pub), two
Burn, a great spot for nightlife.
lounges for late-night partiers, a cupcake emporium and a yogurt shop. In addition, the Strada at Mercato consists of 92 luxury residences overlooking the main street with amenities like a rooftop deck with a 52-foot infinity pool and a clubhouse.
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Expanding Options Other new places to check out are Mark Loren Designs, a custom jewelry gallery; Kelly Chase Couture for beautiful gowns and accessories for brides; The Wine Loft, featuring 40 wines by the glass and 150 bottles; and The Counter, which serves custom-built burgers for any taste proclivity (even vegan), along with adult milkshakes and sides. Another newly launched concept, Venture X, offers a twenty-first century option for entrepreneurs and independent business owners. It provides workspace, events, classes and a collaborative community environment. Besides these just-opened places, expect more later this year: a Canadian import, Second Cup Coffee, serving premium hot and cold java and other goodies in a comfy café setting; Le Macaron, selling the delightful little Parisian pastries; and Taps Restaurant, Bar & Lounge, featuring a broad selection of imported and craft beers, wines and tapas.
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The miniature “city” mirrors the real thing with a roster of entertainment and happenings designed enrich the lives of its residents, locals and visitors. Monthly events include the Mercato Nights Music Series with live bands playing on the Piazza first Meet before or after a show at Bravo! Cucina Italiana. Thursdays, Saturday Nights Alive, an interesting and changing cultural mix of artists, musicians and street performers, and Movies on the Lawn, a family fun night on third Tuesdays. For the DIY food-focused, Whole Foods and Sur la Table both offer a full calendar of cooking classes and demonstrations. One of our very favorite leisure haunts is movie mecca Silverspot Cinema, showing current releases as well as independent and art films and simulcast live events from the likes of the Metropolitan Opera. Nothing beats watching a show in the comfortable embrace of the wide, plush leather seats with a cocktail or soda and yummy treats from the onsite bar and restaurant.
Clockwise from top: Silverspot Cinema; fun at Blue Martini; Whole Foods Market.
Mercato brings an upscale, metropolitan vibe to North Naples and has encouraged growth in the surrounding area. Special Events n
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There are many other noteworthy places nearby on U.S. 41 worth visiting. Following is a sampling.
Holocaust Remembrance Day, with portraits of local survivors, a student art exhibition based on rescuer Raoul Wallenberg and music by Voices of Naples n
Grain de Café (239-594-8081), recently opened in the former space of the Coffee Bean, serves authentic light, buttery, flaky croissants (which we rave over as the best we’ve had outside of France) and other treats served in a European atmosphere by the friendly owners, Cannes natives Isabelle and Pierre Frittoli. JusTennis (naplesjustennis.com), a family-owned business, sells everything for “net gains,” including super-cute court attire, and lends expertise to help customers choose the right racquet and shoes. For manis and pedis with organic, eco-friendly products, many ladies of our acquaintance recommend Natural Nail Care Clinic (naplesnncc.com), where experts evaluate skin and nail condition to customize services for individual needs. If complete green living is your interest, Diamond Cleaners (diamond-cleaners.com), an independent business, cleans garments in a 100-percent organic, environmentally conscious manner. Other services include alterations and specialty items, such as leather, bedding, curtains and more. Plus, pick-up and delivery are available.
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Cool winter days amp up cravings for comfort foods. Heed the call at the new Osteria Tulia (tulianaples.com) on Fifth Avenue South, the brainchild of Vincenzo Betulia, who was the top chef at Campiello for over a decade. The restaurant is true to the spirit of Italy’s tavern-style eateries serving hearty classics such as meatballs. Betulia makes the version pictured using his mom’s recipe, with Calabrian chiles and black olives. “My vision,” he says, “is of people coming as they are—comfortable, as if they were family and friends going to their local place.”
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In the neverending quest for new, exciting haute gastronomy, the concept of the chef’s table has evolved to the point where some of the country’s Michelin-starred restaurants are entirely based on it, including Momofuku Ko and Brooklyn Fare. Located in or near the kitchen, this most prized spot in the house is where food enthusiasts pay big bucks to be captivated by culinary fireworks and be at the whim of whatever the masters feel like cooking. Here in Naples, Sea Salt (seasaltnaples.com) has led the charge. One group can dine at its table per night with a minimum of eight people for eight courses at $150 a head (wine pairings are extra). Chef Fabrizio Aielli and his team will work with you to fully customize a menu, but part of the fun is the element of surprise: What concoctions will they dream up tonight? A recent dinner yielded an exquisite liquid nitrogen flash-frozen pomegranate macaron atop a beet salad with a sprinkling of dehydrated flecks of olive oil, along with more of the same caliber of showmanship that’s often confined to TV sets. —Dorothea Hunter Sönne Sea Salt’s mist-emitting icy macaron, a chef’s table delight.
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Everyday Breakfast Spots Start your morning—and new year—off right. Perennial palate pleaser Paris Bistro (parisinnaples.com) announced it will be serving the most important meal of the day again until May, which made us want to revisit other favorite a.m. fixtures. n Sunburst Cafe (sunburstnaples.com) Gigantic, fluffy muffins with unique flavors like spumoni are served in addition to other hot and cold staples and build-your-own omelets. n Toast of Naples (toastofnaples.com) Pages upon pages of eggs, breakfast sandwiches, short stacks and specialty griddle items make this a weekend must. Tables fill fast but the wait is never too long. n Trail Café (trailcafenaples.com) Resembling a cozy country kitchen, it dishes up the regulars, but don’t miss its superb Razzleberry French Toast and Crab Cake Benedict with Thermidor Sauce. —D.H.S.
Quick Bite Launched exactly one year ago, Naples Food Tours (naplesfoodtours.com) has proven to be a veritable epicurean odyssey worthy of both visitors and locals. On owner Elaine Osbond’s three-hour tasting excursions, she handpicks and switches up the off-the-beaten-path stops, such as Madam Mac, SweetHartz Chocolatier and Naples Olive Oil Company. 70 NAPLES ILLUSTRATED
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Our standbys get reinvented. Popular Vanderbilt Beach eatery The Turtle Club (winwardhospitality.com/naples) has come out of its shell. Known as a place where you can sink your feet in the sand and admire the sunset while knocking back martinis, its view from within is now equally lovely thanks to a makeover from interior designer Patricia Crawford. Gone are the tchotchkes; in are dark wood paneling, votives and plush leather The Bay House banquettes. The Bay House and its adjacent The Claw Bar at Tierney’s Tavern (bayhousenaples.com) are always dependable for fine Southern coastal cuisine against the backdrop of a gorgeous tangled mangrove swamp. Before the idyllic greenscape had only been visible from behind the dining rooms’ wraparound windows, but this fall the restaurant built a porch connecting the two spaces by the water. The majority of it is several feet below the sight line of the indoor tables, so beautiful vistas can be had by all. —D.H.S.
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A former church is transformed into a sleek restaurant with heavenly cuisine—and is one of the most highly anticipated openings of the season.
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The charming, circa-1946 building in Old Naples that formerly housed the First Baptist Church has been rechristened as The Chapel Grill by local restaurateur Stephen Fleischer. Always attracted to the property’s history and good looks, Fleischer felt compelled to buy it and give it a new purpose when he discovered the edifice was for sale. “I just love history, and what would have happened if I didn’t save that building? It would have been knocked down and it would have been a parking lot,” he says. Since his former project, Trilogy, closed during the economic slump, he has had a strong desire to try his hand in the restaurant business again, and his instincts told him this was a good match. He’s off to a great start. The week following the November ribbon cutting, Fleischer says, the establishment served more than 72 NAPLES ILLUSTRATED
double the number of diners nightly he expected, calling those first days a trial by fire—“and we did it,” he notes. One of his goals is to run a popular place downtown that will lure the dining public to venture beyond the strict boundaries of Fifth Avenue South and Third Street South. This space, at the edge of Cambier Park, blends a relaxed yet elegant feeling with fine
cuisine and is a destination in and of itself. The outside retains the simple white clapboard style, and the interior, created by Wegman Design Group, Naples, is chicly understated with clean lines, white linens, marigold walls and an open kitchen that adds up to an atmosphere in tune with the food and respectful of the past. “We wanted the bones of the church to be there without doing anything that someone would find offensive. So there’s no stained glass, but we have a lot of other glass that has some resemblance,” Fleischman says. The vaulted ceilings remain, along with some wooden floors, though some were carpeted to keep the noise level down. Once a place of worship where Evangelist Billy Graham spoke, it now draws the foodie faithful with an American menu featuring dishes accented with global flavors.
Clockwise from near left: The Chapel Grill’s exterior; wine outside; chef Jorge Nolasco. Opposite page: A modern American dish starring ahi tuna; the main dining room.
Chef Jorge Nolasco, whose résumé includes stints as executive chef at the Edgewater Beach Hotel and overseeing the two clubhouses at The Quarry, places his focus squarely on using fresh, local produce, fish and other ingredients while adding unique touches. Some standouts that piqued our palates: porcini-dusted Florida snapper with sweet corn saffron risotto and sherrybraised leeks, Asian-influenced ahi tuna with baby bok choy and somen noodles, and a decadent roasted lobster bisque dolloped with sherry crème fraîche. Another alluring element, the Chapel Tavern, packs in a fun-loving social crowd in an open-air setting. They gather to sip specialty cocktails and wines by the glass and chow down on small plates like Kobe beef sliders, salads and sandwiches, such as Maine lobster roll and grilled cheese (Alpine Swiss, Manchego and Saint Andre on sourdough with garlic jam). The handsome bar is spacious, with long windows and doors on opposite sides of the room opening to outdoor tables flanking the tavern. Giving us more reason to indulge, the restaurant secured a partnership with Gulfshore Playhouse at the nearby Norris Center: Enjoy a meal pre-theater or top off the evening with cocktails and dessert, and park
once for both venues. Ticket holders can also have a three-course dinner and glass of wine for $29. Plans call for adding Sunday brunch and nightly specials that will allow Nolasco to flex his creative muscle. Fleischer’s vision was to establish a casual place with “fine dining, but you can come in your flip-flops.” So far, it’s a heavenly combination. (thechapelgrill.com, 239-206-4310) u
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STARRY NIGHTS The Naples Winter Wine Festival blasts off to the stratosphere, putting the fun in fundraising. By Mark Spivak For the thirteenth annual Naples Winter Wine Festival, the chairs and trustees of the festival’s founding Naples Children & Education Foundation (NCEF) chose “When Stars Align” as the theme for the three-day weekend bash touching down January 25-27. Most events, including the charity auction Saturday for more than 500 people will be centered in a tent erected on the lawn of The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples. The theme fits perfectly, as the shining lights of the epicurean and wine-
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making universe come together so harmoniously with the glittering minds behind the NCEF to create a blockbuster lineup of dining, bidding and giving. The festival has become the largest philanthropic wine event in the world, raising $107 million since its inception in 2001. The generosity of the bidders has become legendary. Best of all, the proceeds from the auction go directly towards helping local underprivileged and at-risk Collier County children. The NCEF conducts
Clockwise: The convivial tent; a prized set of bottles for auction; thousands of glasses to be poured; festival Chef de Cuisine Michael Anthony of Gramercy Tavern; guests will try hundreds of wines.
studies to determine where the dollars raised will be used most effectively. “We’ve set up a free dental clinic for kids in conjunction with the local University of Florida dental school,” says Bob Edwards, a festival trustee serving as chair along with his wife, Terry, this year. “Last year’s focus was eye care, and we were able to provide two pairs of glasses for each participating child. We discovered there were entire classrooms where no kids could see the blackboard.” From an emotional standpoint, the key moment of the weekend is the Meet the Kids Day Tour & Luncheon, which takes place on Friday. Attendees interact with the recipients of the NCEF’s funding and hear their life stories face to face. “Sometimes they’re so difficult that you have a hard time listening,” Edwards says. “You can go from laughter to tears very quickly.” The culinary constellations will burn bright at Friday night’s series of vintner dinners, intimate affairs for roughly 30 guests each, held in the trustees’ homes. Celebrated chefs come to Naples to prepare the lavish meals, and festival goers are assigned to the dinners in advance. Michael Anthony of Manhattan’s Gramercy Tavern is this
year’s Chef de Cuisine. Returning veterans such as Tony Mantuano (Spiaggia, Chicago), Lee Hefter (Spago, Beverly Hills), Julian Serrano (Picasso, Las Vegas) and Michael Tusk (Quince, San Francisco) represent some of America’s highly regarded and sought-after tables with multiple James Beard Foundation awards. They will be joined by other dynamic personalities, such as Kelly Liken (Restaurant Kelly Liken, Vail, Colorado), Vitaly Paley (Paley’s Place, Portland, Oregon) and Barbara Lynch (Menton, Boston). The vintner selection is star-studded as well. A sampling of what to expect: Old World luminaries Piero Antinori of Marchesi Antinori (Florence, Italy), Laurent Ponsot of Domaine Ponsot (Morey Saint Denis, France), and Marc Perrin from Château de Beaucastel (Orange, France). Complementing them are principals representing some of the best estates of Napa Valley, including Kistler
Vintners Laurent Ponsot (far left) and Piero Antinori (left) travel to Naples this month to showcase their worldfamous offerings.
Vineyards, Silver Oak Cellars, Shafer Vineyards, Staglin Family Vineyard, and Darioush. Even with so much wine flowing, all eyes will be on the podium when Saturday’s auction begins. This year’s lots, as in years past, feature extraordinary one-of-a-kind experiences, like exclusive excursions to the wine country in Italy, France and California, as well as a cruise through the Greek isles on a 150-foot yacht. And as if a stellar private dinner for four couples hosted by Domaine Serene vintners Ken and Grace Evenstad were not an irresistible attraction, this package also includes a visit with Captain Kirk
himself, William Shatner, plus the meal will be prepared by renowned chef Vitaly Paley at the Evenstads’ Oregon home. In addition to three nights at the private Domaine Serene Winery Hill House, the experience includes a tour of the Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum in McMinnville, Oregon, to see the legendary Spruce Goose—the largest airplane ever constructed (flown just once and constructed entirely of wood) to move troops and material across the Atlantic during World War II. The chance to step inside the cockpit, something not offered to museum visitors, is also on the agenda.
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A custom-designed table that protects its precious Château Mouton Rothschild cargo is a top auction lot at the 2013 Naples Winter Wine Festival.
Of course there will be spectacular lots dedicated to fine wines. Last year’s highest earner was donated by vintner Prince Robert of Luxembourg, president of his family’s Bordeaux estates, which sold twice at $550,000 each. It included eight rare Château Haut-Brion bottles from 1935, 1945, 1959, 1961, 1975, 1989, 1990 and 2009, plus six bottles each of the 2010 vintage of HautBrion Blanc and Rouge.
This time, the one wine lot every serious oenophile will want to own will be the 64-bottle vertical collection of Château Mouton Rothschild. One of the five Bordeaux first growths, Mouton pioneered the concept of the artist’s label in 1945 when Baron Philippe de Rothschild commissioned painter Philippe Jullian to design a special label commemorating the end of the war. Every vintage of Mouton Rothschild
since has featured a painting by artists such as Pablo Picasso, Salvador Dali, Marc Chagall and Andy Warhol. As art collectors, Bob and Terry Edwards were intrigued by this concept, and went about assembling the ultimate combination of wine and art. The Mouton lot will have one bottle of every vintage from 1945 through 2009, displayed in a hand-built, temperature-controlled case created by the Thomas Riley Artisans’ Guild in the shape of a dining room table with a glass top that allows guests to admire the labels as they have dinner. While the shimmering excitement of the festival and auction attracts so much attention, the true center of this universe will always be the Collier County children and their families whose lives are so positively changed by the dollars raised. That’s the real star power. u
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Mayan Marvel
Mexican hospitality and an inventive culinary program are the primary ingredients of a sublime visit to The Ritz-Carlton, Cancún. By Herbert Pérez-Vidal
A jewel amid the fray of Mexico’s popular tourism destination, The Ritz-Carlton, Cancún is more than a luxury hotel: It is an opportunity to step into a a bygone era of refinement and graciousness. And when the innate hospitality of Mexico is added to the equation, the experience becomes truly memorable.
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Clockwise from top: The resort sits on Caribbean shores; roasted duck from The Club Grill; the Viking Culinary Center; an oceanfront suite.
One of the resort’s calling cards is its invitation to culinary enthusiasts, beginning with the various dining venues supervised by Executive Sous Chef Michael Grau. Dining on the beach en plein air is an experience not to be missed. Guests are seated in a private, thatched-roof casita with gossamer curtains and candlelight. In this romantic setting, it seems natural to indulge in fresh seafood, such as a presentation of chilled steamed lobster, jumbo shrimp and fresh oysters with king crab legs “sprouting” vertically from a coconut shell in the middle of a large platter. For a laid-back experience, the Caribe Bar & Grill offers alfresco dining overlooking the water. On the menu: brick-oven “Mexican pizzas” on crisp flour tortillas, hamburgers, specialty margaritas and more. Meals can be enjoyed at the restaurant, poolside, on the beach or, best of all, in private cabanas. These beach villas are the same structures that at night are transformed into the dining casitas. 80 NAPLES ILLUSTRATED
The pride of this Ritz-Carlton property is the Culinary Center, where guests enjoy the dishes they prepare themselves in a kitchen fully equipped with Viking appliances. Everyone has to sign a release form, but the chef always checks out students’ knife skills and offers proper instruction. During a class attended by five guests, Chef Rory Dunaway (who recently transferred from Cancún to the new Ritz-Carlton in Dorado Beach, Puerto Rico) proffered his own version of a margarita everyone helped make. Later, the group dined on the finished plates of fish and shrimp ceviche, chicken enchiladas and churros for dipping in chocolate sauce. “This offers guests a chance to experience something they—not the chef—created,” Dunaway says. For guests seeking the ultimate in fine dining, Fantino provides the ne plus ultra. Designed as an art nouveau dining emporium, the restaurant transports visitors back to the age of refinement. Chef Gregorio Oy presents Mediterranean cuisine, like a five-course sampling menu that starts with quail and foie gras followed by a superb rack of lamb. The wine list, impressive enough to excite any oenophile, offers an appropriate selection for each course. A tequila tasting is a must for any trip to Mexico, and The Ritz-Carlton provides its own experts to guide those wishing to learn about
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the process of making tequila while sampling numerous varieties. Resort guests can get a taste of Yucatán culture by signing up to visit a local market with one of the chefs, who relate their expertise about local products during the excursion. Destination Services, located on the Ritz property, provides touring services. Must-see locales include the Mayan archaeological sites, like Chichén Itzá and Tulum, and Xcaret, an eco-park where visitors experience via music, dance and elaborate costumes the history of Mexico in Xcaret Espectacular. The spectacle is truly breathtaking, rounding out an experience that is nourishment for both body and soul. u
Clockwise from top left: Infinity-edge pool; mesclun greens with pear praliné and Gorgonzola dressing; shrimp and pineapple cannelloni from Fantino.
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MYTHICAL machine
Rarer and more exclusive than any supercar, Mercedes-Benz’s sensational E63 AMG Wagon has the power to move you. BY HOWARD WALKER
Behold the unicorn, the magical four-legged beast of European folklore so adored and revered for its rarity, purity and grace. Legend has it this exotic equine creature, with its pointy, spiraling horn, could be captured only by a virgin maiden and never tamed. Ladies who were, shall we say, economical with the truth were skewered by that impressive horn. While some time has passed since the last recorded unicorn sighting, there is a modern-day version of this fantastical filly. It’s called the Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG Wagon. Like the unicorn, chances are you’ll never see one in captivity. You can’t even walk into a Mercedes showroom and take a test drive; they’re available only by very special order and delivered after the handing over of $92,400 with your first-born. Yet they do exist, and for a few brief, fleeting days, I held the keys to a snowy-white example that, just like the wild unicorn, kicked, snorted and refused to be tamed. 82 NAPLES ILLUSTRATED
Here is the five-door wagon version of Mercedes’ E63 AMG sedan. These days, Americans love wagons as much as a root canal, preferring instead the lofty, high-command driving position and oversized footprint of an SUV. They just don’t know what they’re missing. For here is the perfect melding of searing-hot sports sedan and versatile, carryall wagon. It’s powered by a weapons-grade 5.5-liter twin-turbo V-8 handcrafted by the power-meisters at AMG that spews out a massive 518 horsepower and 516 pound-feet of torque. Spend the extra $6,550—and why the heck wouldn’t you?— on the optional AMG Performance Pack, and that power output soars to a monstrous 550 horsepower and 590 pound-feet. To put that into perspective, a Lamborghini Gallardo offers a piffling 513 ponies. What this translates into is Exocet missile-like performance. Floor it from standstill, and this asphalt-hugging family hauler will lunge to 60 mph in 4.3 seconds—and probably do so in the length of the average Starbucks drive-through. Don’t lift, and the speedometer will kiss the 186-mph marker. Ooh, and what a sound track this beast plays. It’s a deep, throbby, Guns N’ Roses-like bellow pumped through a quartet of shiny
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The inside of the 63 is a masterpiece of Teutonic cool, with lashings of taut black leather, brushed metal and high-tech carbon fiber. Front seats don’t come better than these—I love the power side bolsters that boost side support during hard cornering. At the press of a button, the tailgate powers skyward (albeit rather leisurely) doing a neat party trick of raising the load area cover with it. The trunk is vast and practically proportioned with nice square sides, and the rear seats are split and easily fold flat to double the amount of space. A 42-inch flat-screen TV slides in with no problem. Trust me, you don’t need a towering SUV. This could well be my idea of the perfect car. Compact yet spacious, versatile, practical, stylish and obscenely powerful. And, of course, as rare as that unicorn. u
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“squircle” tailpipes. Think Godzilla gargling with roofing nails and you’ll get the picture. Want to impress your kids when you pick them up from school? Hit the “race start mode” on the center console, keep your left foot hard on the brake, floor the throttle, then step off the brake. The rear tires will light up like Catherine wheel firecrackers on the Fourth of July, engulfing the car in acrid smoke before depositing two huge tracks of black rubber. Juvenile, I know. Devilishly entertaining? You bet. There’s a seven-speed AMG automatic to take care of shifting, with beautifully crafted metal paddle shifters for do-it-yourself gear swaps. Select Sport or Sport+, and the gears hold on longer and the revs go higher. And boy, is this fun through the twisties. The steering feels meaty and precise, and I love the salami-thick wheel with its racecar-style, squared-off lower section. With three suspension settings, the sports sedan offers its pick from comfy, no-roll sporty or let’s-head-to-the-track firm.
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As our magazine celebrates a milestone, we shine the spotlight on key individuals who were instrumental in making Naples the extraordinary community it is now. By Liza Grant Smith
The Philanthropists Jay AND Patty Baker
PHOTOGRAPHED by Vanessa Rogers AT THE PATTY & JAY BAKER NAPLES MUSEUM OF ART Former Kohl’s Department Stores president and director Jay Baker and his wife, Patty, a Tony Award-winning Broadway producer, came to Naples to enjoy retirement. One thing they never retired from was a dedication to giving back. If running a multi-billion dollar company sounds demanding, Jay’s life now is just as busy. He currently sits on nine boards, and the couple supports both long-cherished causes like The Wharton School, Fashion Institute of Technology and the Cal Ripken Sr. Foundation (which Jay serves now as chair), as well as many local charities and initiatives. “We like to lay eggs where we nest, and we nest here,” says Patty. “We don’t understand why other people who live here most of the year don’t get involved or support something.” The couple has made a staggering impact on Naples through both time contributions and financial gifts. The Naples Museum of Art bears their names, as does the Patient Care Tower at NCH Healthcare System’s North Naples campus. In 2012, they received the Naples International Film Festival’s Voice of the Arts Award for their arts support, which includes the Naples Philharmonic Orchestra and The Naples Players. For Patty— who still finds time to churn out blockbuster Broadway hits like the current revival of Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf? and a star-studded Glengarry Glen Ross—the arts represent an outlet for escaping life’s harsher realities. “The arts give the community another dimension of life to enjoy,” she says. NAPLESILLUSTRATED.COM | JANUARY 2013 89
The Architect
Andrea Clark Brown PHOTOGRAPHED by Vanessa Rogers AT THE SUGDEN COMMUNITY THEATRE The first awakening Andrea Clark Brown experienced that led her to believe she should pursue architecture was brought on by her realization that she was, in her words, a lousy actress. As a young theater amateur relegated backstage to build sets, Brown discovered a penchant for carpentry and manufacturing fictional environments. Perhaps that is why one of her favorite projects since beginning her career around 1980 is the Sugden Community Theatre. “It was an open book for me to produce something that was dramatic in and of itself,” she says. Other projects include the plaza addition to The von Liebig Art Center, St. Agnes Church and the parking structures off Fifth Avenue South, as well as award-winning residences. “For me, the satisfying part is working with people and having their contributions join in with my ability to interpret them in a physical way that is pleasurable and serves not only its purpose,” Brown says, “but also brings new things to the area.” Art is also Brown’s passion. With an artist mother and husband, Brown has always displayed works that move her—first in the front window of her Fifth Avenue office and now in her Up Art and Design Gallery on Eighth Street South. More than an invitation to public viewing, Brown calls the space “a selfish act of self-education.”
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The Fashionista Marissa Hartington
PHOTOGRAPHED by Vanessa Rogers at Marissa Collections Fashion trends come and go, but Marissa Hartington’s sense of style is proving to be timeless. For 38 years, Hartington has offered thoughtfully edited selections of everything from contemporary ready-to-wear to couture in her internationally lauded retail boutique, Marissa Collections. Hartington, a native of Poland who first came to Naples in the ’70s from Saratoga Springs, New York, with a friend, prides herself on her ability to find special pieces. “If I’ve seen it, I don’t want it,” she says. As a result, Hartington, along with the assistance of her husband, Burt, and their son, Jay, has grown the store into a Third Street South destination for wardrobe must-haves that continues to evolve with both its clientele and the town itself. By establishing a level of trust with her customers, Hartington is able to buy boldly and creatively and “push the envelope a little” with her style choices. “My clients don’t want to look like a walking designer advertisement. They want that extra-extra … and we offer that extraextra.” Hartington makes it clear that the store’s success doesn’t have her resting on her laurels. The shop changes to keep things current and exciting—the newly launched Jewelry Gallery is the latest example. She’s working 24 hours a day to keep the reputation she spent so much time building. “There was a little bit of luck involved, but nothing can happen without a vision, a love for what you do and tremendous dedication.”
The Public Servant Bill Barnett
PHOTOGRAPHED by Vanessa Rogers AT The Barnett residence on naples bay OF ART Naples can’t seem to get enough of Bill Barnett. His time in the local government has lasted more than many marriages— and included a vow renewal along the way. Barnett served on the City Council from 1984 until 1992 and as mayor from 1996 until he termed out in 2000. After a four-year respite, Barnett reclaimed his position as mayor in 2004 for another eight years (thanks to an overwhelming voter referendum), and now once again occupies a seat on the City Council. “The one thing that remained a constant is that we knew what we didn’t want for Naples,” says Barnett. While he leaves behind a lengthy and impressive legacy, “Mayor Bill” says his most satisfying initiative was building the Cambier Park playground in 1998. With his handyman skills admittedly lacking, Barnett was happy to haul trash and watch as people, even tourists, came together for eight days to tackle the worthwhile project, part of the nonprofit KaBOOM! organization’s national mission to create great play spaces through community participation and leadership. Barnett’s voice ultimately found its way from boardrooms to ballrooms as an in-demand celebrity auctioneer at some of the area’s prominent fundraisers. “You go back and talk about our forefathers who had the vision for Naples, and I start realizing, holy mackerel, I’m one of those forefathers now.”
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The Visionary Joan Tobin
PHOTOGRAPHED by VINCENT RICARDEL AT the TOBIN summer RESIDENCE in WASHINGTON, D.C. Joan Tobin’s history with Naples can be traced back to the post-World War II era, when her parents moved to the largely undeveloped beachfront town where “interesting people collected but you didn’t have to put on black-tie every night,” Tobin says. Much has changed since then, thanks in part to her father, who founded the Caribbean Gardens (now the Naples Zoo) and first established the style of Third Street South and Tobin herself. In 1994, Tobin stepped into the role as Third Street’s “curator.” Her goal was to build upon what was already there and create a place where genteel, oldfashioned small-town standards were still the norm. “I wanted it to be the kind of place where people actually welcomed you, wanted you and treated you well,” she says. Tobin thoughtfully brought in stores typically found in top-end resorts and restaurants that created the type of atmosphere she was cultivating. To the benefit of Neapolitans today, many of the original structures were lovingly restored, and Tobin dotted the streetscape with fountains and courtyards offering places to take a breather. “I would feel terrible if people didn’t come to Third Street and have a good time. What’s the point of doing it if you’re not creating something that is a life enhancement?”
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The Builder
Brian Stock
PHOTOGRAPHED by Vanessa Rogers AT LELY RESORT If you ask Brian Stock, he’ll tell you he’s made a career out of designing desirable lifestyles, not building homes. Stock Development’s communities, like Lely Resort, Olde Cypress and Quail West, are well-thought-out social environments (including activities and an on-site lifestyle director) with a seamlessly executed attention to aesthetic details. A stickler for making good first impressions, Stock spent almost $1.4 million updating the entire entrance to Quail West. “We want to create a resort-style atmosphere that’s maintenance-free living,” he says. Stock’s strategy has proved successful even in challenging economic times. “When the market turned, we were still selling homes in our developments because we had created a lifestyle and an atmosphere that people wanted to buy,” Stock says. He claims the company’s consistent construction activity (anywhere between 100 and 120 spec homes are in the works at a time) also builds confidence with buyers. And while he recognizes that his expenses may be elevated compared to competitors’, he knows it’s the finished product that will help sell the vision and ultimately the home. “We want to create value for the customers who buy in our development because the most powerful marketing tool is a satisfied customer.”
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The Hotelier Phil McCabe
PHOTOGRAPHED by Vanessa Rogers AT Mccabe‘S IRISH PUB & GRILL The Inn on Fifth’s $15 million expansion project is far from the first strategic gamble taken by Phil McCabe. He has earned his reputation from the success of the previous ones. Crediting a keen sense of foresight, McCabe has built and operated three hotels in Naples, including the Inn on Fifth, which he deems “the anchor to downtown Naples.” The now-bustling avenue represents a stark contrast to what it was when McCabe broke ground on the hotel 17 years ago, during a period, he says, when 30 percent of Fifth Avenue’s office and retail space was vacant. The inn and his familynamed pub, McCabe’s, were large contributors to the Fifth Avenue South turnaround. Two years ago, after the BP Deepwater Horizon oil spill crisis receded and the community was beginning to recover, McCabe confidently pulled the trigger on what is the largest redevelopment effort on Fifth Avenue since 2008. The project should be completed by the start of 2013, and it involves the construction of a luxury building across the street from the original hotel with 32 club level suites and 12,000 square feet of retail space on the ground floor. “I am definitely out there as far as my risk-taking. I would never consider going into another career just because it would be looked upon by the banks as less of a risk,” McCabe says. 96 NAPLES ILLUSTRATED
The Realtor Phil Wood
PHOTOGRAPHED by Vanessa Rogers at a private residence in grey oaks Name recognition has never been a problem for Phil Wood, perhaps because his name appears on “For Sale” signs scattered across Naples and the surrounding area. As a guy who has always enjoyed playing sports, the athlete in him thrives on the competitiveness of the industry, and Wood also enjoys helping people find their dream home. Most importantly, though, Wood, CEO of John R. Wood Realtors—one of the first homegrown real estate firms in Southwest Florida started in 1958—is an expert on selling people on Naples. The only son of company founder John R. Wood, Phil went to Emory University in Atlanta. Eventually, he returned to the place he had grown up and has stayed ever since. “I did not make a final decision till late in my junior year,” he recalls. “I figured out that my friends were talking about going to work for different corporations where they might end up in North Dakota or some other crazy place. Naples didn’t sound too bad at all.” Wood has seen the market through growth spurts (2004 and 2005) and the resulting correction, but he says today’s more reasonably balanced state is what he prefers. And there isn’t a better firm in his mind than the one his father built that he’s dedicated himself to since the late ’70s. “We’re definitely one of the few remaining local companies that’s a major player.”
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The Naturalist Ellin Goetz
PHOTOGRAPHED by Vanessa Rogers AT the NAPLES BOTANICAL GARDEN Landscape architect Ellin Goetz remembers the day, many years ago, when she was walking through New York’s Central Park and realized it’s the greatest piece of architecture in the city. Goetz believes the landscape in Florida holds that same importance and, since moving to Naples in 1984, has been exquisitely illustrating that belief for public consumption. Goetz’s green thumbprint can be found everywhere from the Edison & Ford Winter Estates in Fort Myers and The von Liebig Art Center to Mackle Park in Marco Island and stunning yards along residential streets in Port Royal. She is most likely best known for the Naples Botanical Garden expansion and renovation. Since the garden’s reopening in 2009, more than 200,000 visitors have experienced Goetz’s creation, which includes bubbles of lush exotic flora representative of areas like Brazil and Asia wrapped within the ecological essence of South Florida. “That’s what attracted me to being a landscape architect—engaging people with their environment,” she says. Goetz’s passion for nature extends beyond enhancement to preservation, with involvement in Conservation Collier and more recently the Everglades Foundation. “The whole history of Florida is men trying to drain the swamp, and as soon as they finished, they realized they screwed up.”
The Educator Susan McManus
PHOTOGRAPHED by Vanessa Rogers AT Poinciana elementary school More than 20 years ago, former teacher Susan McManus and a small group of local business leaders founded the Education Foundation of Collier County (now being rebranded Champions for Learning) upon the premise that “the best communities invest in their children.” The foundation, with McManus at its helm as president, identified ways to celebrate and support outstanding students, teachers and principals, such as the hugely popular Golden Apple awards for teachers. “We began to see that change was always going to happen. We needed to be a stable force in the community,” she says. In 2008, McManus recognized that there was a notable lack of trust for the public system precipitated by the politics of the school board, superintendent and other leadership, so she spearheaded the Connect Now initiative. It was an 18-month community engagement that tasked citizens to write a statement of their aspirations and expectations for their community and its schools. That statement now serves as a guide for increasing school accountability and responsiveness to the surrounding community. The Education Foundation’s efforts have resulted in numerous improvements and initiatives, including the Take Stock in Children program, serving 390 students so far, with 95 percent graduating high school and 99 percent accepted into post-secondary institutions. “What I try to do is stay focused on what’s right for kids,” she says. “I think when adults start worrying about adults, especially in education, that’s when we all get off track.” 100 NAPLES ILLUSTRATED
The Restaurateur Richard D’Amico
PHOTOGRAPHED by Vanessa Rogers AT MASA With restaurant ownership in his DNA, as his parents had a restaurant in Ohio for 30-plus years before they moved to Naples, Richard D’Amico has found his way into the hearts of Naples residents through their appetites. D’Amico has helped define the Naples culinary scene with foodie go-to spots such as Campiello, Cafe Lurçat and D’Amico & Sons. His most recent endeavor, Masa in Mercato, is the culmination of a year’s worth of research on contemporary Mexican cuisine, including time spent in Mexico with famed chef Patricia Quintana. With Campiello competing with more than 30 other restaurants downtown, 12 of which are Italian, D’Amico has become accustomed to, and even thrives on, the industry’s competitiveness. He’s currently got his eye on possible locations for several other concepts he’s working on. D’Amico balances his business ventures with philanthropic initiatives, such as the building of the Garden of Hope and Courage, a sanctuary on the grounds of NCH Healthcare System’s downtown campus for cancer patients and their families. The project’s realization resulted from D’Amico delivering on a promise he made to his friend Bob Emfield, one of the founders of Tommy Bahama, and Emfield’s wife, Jan, who ultimately passed away from cancer. D’Amico found the location for the garden and negotiated an agreement that made Jan’s vision possible. “It’s a beautiful addition to the community and makes me smile every time I go there,” D’Amico says.
The Cultural Revolutionist
Myra Janco Daniels PHOTOGRAPHED by Vanessa Rogers at the daniels residence in naples Years ago, an author used the term “rutbuster” to describe Myra Janco Daniels in a business book. Initially a bit offended, Daniels eventually embraced the descriptive (even titling her 2009 autobiography Secrets of a Rutbuster). After all, Daniels has spent her life breaking rules. She became the first woman to hold a senior executive position at a large Chicago advertising firm and the first to hold a professor’s position at Indiana University’s business school—both at the same time. Her retirement to Marco Island was not long-lived. “I am not someone who will fall asleep and snore loudly. I felt the need to get involved here because a community without the arts is a community without a soul,” she says. So Daniels launched a campaign in the early ’80s to establish a one-of-a-kind venue that would house multiple performance media under one roof. While the crusade “wasn’t all peaches and cream,” Daniels continued to push the issue until the internationally known Philharmonic Center for the Arts was born in Naples, establishing it as the cultural leader in Southwest Florida. Daniels served as CEO for the Phil for 22 years before stepping down in 2011. “I feel that if you act with dignity and act for the good of your goal, somehow, someway all things are possible if you believe they are.”
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The Developer Scott Lutgert
PHOTOGRAPHED by Vanessa Rogers AT THE VILLAGE ON VENETIAN BAY The lofty dreams of Scott Lutgert have materialized into high-rise accomplishments. Through his firm, the Lutgert Companies, he has completed 17 luxury beachfront high-rises in Park Shore Beach, and eight upscale residential towers in Bonita Bay. And while other businessmen are leaving work early to sneak in a quick 18 holes, Lutgert is staying late to make sure they have a place to do it. His company also completed two luxury golf course communities: Estuary at Grey Oaks in Naples and Linville Ridge in North Carolina (where he and his wife, Simone, spend part of their summers). Lutgert’s reach spans shopping centers and office buildings throughout Southwest Florida as well, including staples like the charming The Village on Venetian Bay and trendy, newer Mercato. The projects are varied, but Lutgert asserts they share one element: “the fun of seeing each develop from plans to reality. And then the satisfaction of seeing residents and customers enjoy them.” Scott Lutgert’s late father and company founder, Raymond, moved his family to Naples in 1964 when there was only one stoplight. “As the town has grown, it has kept its unique sense of community,” he says. “Many in Naples have been generous over the years and new residents continue to jump in and contribute. So to me, although Naples is much larger, it has kept its core values and special personality.”
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The Doctor Allen Weiss
PHOTOGRAPHED by Vanessa Rogers AT THE GARDEN OF HOPE AND COURAGE ON THE NCH DOWNTOWN CAMPUS “Without good health care as a fundamental, almost nothing else will matter.” That’s the tenet Dr. Allen Weiss has espoused from his days of private practice all the way to his current position as CEO and president of NCH Healthcare System. Rather than languishing in the administrative mire of the healthcare industry, Weiss exhibits a contagious optimism that has led his daughter, now a physician herself, to claim she’s never seen him worry. While Weiss chuckles at the assertion, the announcement last year that NCH Healthcare System would be the first member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network in Florida (and the seventh in the nation), proves he’s doing something right. “People used to leave town for care, but now they’re coming here. We’re becoming a medical destination,” he says. It’s a reality that Weiss never imagined when relocating his family from New York to Naples 35 years ago. He’s grateful to have played a part in the city’s quest to become “a globally competitive environment” in terms of medicine—in 2012 the hospital system was listed as one of the best in Southern Florida by U.S. News & World Report’s annual rankings—but he’s somewhat reticent about being the face of the movement. “I never started out with the idea that it would be for publicity. The goal was the opposite,” he says. “It was to deliver good quality and value and then everything else will follow suit thereafter.” It certainly has, and Naples can thank the innovative, yet humble, Weiss for it. u
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Magic On stage at Saturday’s live auction, anything can happen, from gravity-defying tricks to stratospheric bids. Seeing the kids up there gives the audience a reason to dig deep and donate big, and volunteer Dana Gilligan (inset) collects a winning bid card.
An undisputed Triumph in this chapter of the city’s history is the Naples Winter Wine Festival—A three-day affair that has become the World’s most successful charity wine event. six influential people behind the scenes Share their spellbinding stories.
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n 2000, 36 friends teamed up with the idea to raise money to help local kids and needed a platform to do it. From that, the Naples Winter Wine Festival was born, and since then it has poured in record amounts of dollars—$12.2 million in 2012 alone—to the Naples Children & Education Foundation (NCEF), the nonprofit its founders started to provide a framework for putting on the weekend gala and distributing its proceeds to underprivileged and at-risk Collier County youth. Now, 13 years later, the NCEF is governed by 52 active trustees, with 32 emeritus trustees and seven honorary trustees (that collective group includes the majority of the original 36). The expected nearly 600 attendees at this year’s extravaganza January 25-27 will enjoy highlights like the heartwarming Meet the Kids Day tour,
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intimate vintner dinners prepared by celebrity chefs, a live auction with truly eye-popping prizes and the Celebration Brunch on Sunday. But the biggest difference between this function and others of its kind is that on auction day, where bids flow as freely as wine, 100 percent of proceeds is donated to the charities served by NCEF. That’s only possible because of the serious commitment and generosity of the trustees, who pledge time, resources and finances in the way of attending regular meetings, hosting vintner dinners in their homes, and sourcing and donating auction prizes. In anticipation of the 2013 festival, we asked a few of these movers and shakers to reminisce about their thirst to be involved and what has left an enduring impression.
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Culinary stars, such as Wolfgang Puck, and renowned winemakers fly in to donate their wizard-like skills and sublime vino for Friday night vintner dinners in the NCEF trustees’ homes.
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Scenes from previous festivals (from top): attendee Shelly Stayer makes a bid; 2012 co-chairs Bob and Joan Clifford with honored vintner HRH Prince Robert of Luxembourg; Humphrey Butler engages auction guests.
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Grape Returns
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hen Ann Colgin wielded her gavel last January to kick off the bidding for prize lot No. 30, coined the “Treasure Chest” by trustees, she had no idea what would unfold. A vintner by trade and owner of Colgin Cellars in Napa Valley, she had volunteered to stand behind the podium at the Naples Winter Wine Festival’s capstone event for the twelfth year in a row—its live auction. She had seen much since the very first showdown in early 2001, but this was something for the books. A historic collection of Château Haut-Brion wines (the oldest of the first growths of Bordeaux) was up for grabs and its donor, the head of the famous estate, HRH Prince Robert of Luxembourg, was in the audience. As she inched further up, two bidders became locked in a dead heat. Her heart started to race. She ventured “$550,000” then paused. Before she knew it, Prince Robert stood up and offered to donate a second identical prize—but only if both buyers would pay that amount. A stroke of her gavel later, Colgin netted $1.1 million for Collier County kids. Consider that was one of 67 total prize lots, and you get a sense of the significance. “Everyone went crazy when that happened,” Colgin says. “Those bottles are so rare, but that’s the r, 3 Vintne feeling encouraged in this environment.” lgin 201 eer and o C n n A n g Auctio Anyone who has been to the event knows Foundin rustee T ry ra o Hon the weekend is fueled by the finest nectar of the gods and ambrosial celebrity-chef dinners, but the real reason people pay the $8,500 per couple ticket fee is for a chance to wave their paddles under an enormous tent on the lawn of The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples. Sure, the lots are sweet, like the one Colgin was focused on that night, but the crowd cares about the bigger picture. “I’m in awe of the generosity of the people in Naples. I’ve donated my time as a charity auctioneer throughout my career, and at most events, people look at the value of the prizes and don’t go higher than that with the bidding. This special room in Colgin One of the great things I see here—and nowhere else—is Cellars exclusively that friends egg each other on in spirited competition to houses wines for philanthropic raise more and more,” Colgin says. donations. She’s retiring from the podium this year (“I’ve done it for so long; we need new life”); however, she will conTop: Colgin at the Lutgerts’ 2010 vintner tinue to be involved as one of the participating vintners, dinner. Right: A donating wines for a dinner and an auction prize. seasoned auctioneer, she knows how to While most of her memories have been up on stage, whip up the crowd to she’s looking forward to walking away as an audience bid high and often. member with a whole new set of them.
Colgin’s Favorite Prize Lots of All Time “I’ve always loved the ones that have involved wine. Some of what does best are cars, art, and trips, but it’s great for me to see people battle it out over the best wines in the world.” 24 – She and her husband donated this lot, which fetched $320,000 in 2008 for 24 bottles of 2004 Colgin Cellars wines plus a walk-on role on the TV series 24 and a private dinner with the two of them.
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Perfection – This prize was an assembly of 100 bottles, all from different vintners, and each having achieved a 100-point score from the Wine Advocate or the Wine Spectator, something that would have been impossible for one vintner to assemble solo. “It’s really important to note the generosity of vintners from around the world. These auction items involve a lot of personal time and are expensive to put together.”
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Treasure Chest – “I sold this historic lot at the 2012 festival to celebrate the seventyfifth anniversary of the Dillon family owning Château Haut-Brion,” Colgin says about this cache, which had 20 bottles of the vineyard’s finest vintages enclosed in a handcrafted wooden console designed by David Linley stocked with engraved wine carafes and glasses.
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Colgin’s husband Joe Wender (right) on auction night with emeritus trustees Scott and Simone Lutgert. In years past, Wender would often surprise Colgin by going in on group prizes and have a friend hold up his paddle.
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Left: Bob and Joan Clifford flank Colgin and chef Wolfgang Puck at a 2012 vintner dinner. Above: Colgin, Clifford and others prepare the wines to be poured later on that same night.
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ing too many attendees and too many prizes) was at the suggestion of friend Ann Colgin. The fellow vintner worked with Gargiulo to coordinate the festival down to a new tradition: Every time an auction lot was awarded, a rock song was played. “Nobody had ever heard anything like that, and it created a lot of energy,” he says. Also what happened at that first go-round—a suggestion from Dick Grace of Grace Family Vineyards, a vintner who has participated in every festival to date—was having speakers on stage from the local charities that would receive money from NCEF, which wound up being a precursor to Meet the Kids Day (where guests visit the nonprofits). Says Gargiulo of that moment: “There wasn’t a dry eye in the house after those children spoke. You could feel the electricity in that room when those kids said their piece and the gavel came down. It really transformed the auction from being one where people thought about trying to figure out what they were going to buy and get a deal to ‘I want to contribute money to help these kids.’”
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ifelong Floridians Jeff Gargiulo and his wife, Valerie Boyd, bought property in Napa in the 1990s to start Gargiulo Vineyards but maintained their home in Naples and a deep connection to the community. They, with friends of theirs, wanted to figure out a way to give back. “There’s a group of us who came together. We all shared a passion for wine and food, and we wanted to make a profound difference in the lives of children in Collier County. We talked about this common bond we had and how could we use it to make a difference,” Boyd says. The couple had a taste of Auction Napa Valley and thought, why not bring a winter auction to Florida? They invited about 12 couples to a casual backyard gathering at their home on Galleon Drive one Sunday afternoon in January 2000 to discuss their options. “I remember it well,” Gargiulo says. “We iced down some wines and had a table full of cheese and charcuterie. We sat around the table and talked. By 4 p.m. we made the decision we were going to do this. That’s when I went into my cellar and got a rare bottle of wine—Screaming Eagle, which had just become famous—and we made a toast.” The casual Sunday meetings continued throughout the year for the group that grew to be the 36 founders. Something novel and what made the NCEF different was that after that first day, each couple pledged to put a certain amount of money in the bank so that the event was totally underwritten by the trustees. Says Boyd, “It was important from day one that all the money on auction day go to the children.” Other things Gargiulo did as the first festival chair to set it apart were personal touches like flying in the invited vintners, and having each trustee get 10 friends from out of town to attend. Setting precedents like that fostered an intimate crowd while cultivating outside interest. “We didn’t want it to just be where we went back to the same general local businesses year after year. We wanted to broaden it, we wanted to bring people in from across the country because that’s how we got a ton of guests that first year and continued to grow,” he says. Keeping the format of the auction on the smaller side (not exceed-
Left: Gargiulo, who headed up the first-ever festival, started what would become a photo trend for future chairs when he jumped in a wine tub on a whim. Above: A music lover, he puts together a band each year for the Wine Down Event, a party after the auction Saturday.
Dick Grace, a friend and festival vintner from the beginning, was emphatic about showing attendees how their donations make a difference. His vision paved the way for Meet the Kids Day.
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In 2009, a visit to the brand new NCEF Pediatric Dental Center (above: its medical team accepts an award in 2012) and going to Ron and Barbara Balser’s stunning dream-like vintner dinner (below) motivated the couple to consider joining the group.
2013 Auction Lots the Edwards Are Most Excited About As festival co-chairs, they supervised gathering the prizes up for grabs, spending many hours brainstorming and sourcing. Some top-notch picks: A four-night trip to Scotland for eight gents, with fishing, hunting, whiskey, golf at St. Andrews and a helicopter ride over Edinburgh. n
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Château Mouton Rothschild’s complete vertical, with one bottle from each year from 1945 to 2009, the most comprehensive collection to be offered at auction to date from the legendary French house.
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hey laugh about it now, but in 2008 when Bob and Terry Edwards, the current festival co-chairs, were invited to attend the event for the first time, it stirred a fight that ruined Bob’s favorite Sunday ritual. The couple has a habit of going out for brunch and reading The New York Times, which that morning ended with a long, quiet car ride home. “I had heard so many great things about the festival and the foundation—how deeply committed to philanthropy its members were and the spirit of giving that carried through the weekend. I felt it was something both of us would enjoy being a part of,” Terry says. Bob wasn’t so convinced. A managing director of Moran Edwards Asset Management Group, he was having trouble getting past the seemingly crazy economics of the situation. Approaching the weekend from a financial advisor’s standpoint and being naturally wired to find value in investments, he didn’t understand why people overbid. It seemed absurd to him to pay $1 million for a car when the max it was worth was $300,000. Eventually Bob caved in and agreed to go with Terry to the festival. “I wanted to make her happy and didn’t want to let her down. I was reluctant but at the same time a bit curious,” he says. The tide started to change at Meet the Kids Day. That year’s included a tour of the brand new NCEF Pediatric Dental Center, which resulted from a 2005 needs-assessment study commissioned by the NCEF showing 17,000 Collier children lacked basic oral care. The expansive facility offered top-of-the-line services and care. “I couldn’t believe it,” Bob says. “Not only was this nicer than where I go to get my teeth cleaned, but I was impressed that the festival team was able to raise the money to provide this type of care to children and supervise the construction of the facility in such a short period of time.” Next up was Ron and Barbara Balser’s vintner dinner. As soon as the Edwards walked onto the terrace of the penthouse condo and saw Philippe Starck acrylic ghost chairs and dry ice that cast an ethereal mist over the balcony, they were floored. “It felt like we were in the clouds. That night we had the best time, and it was the beginning of several friendships we hold dear today,” Terry says. Then Saturday at the auction, upon hearing the incessant chants of “it’s all for the kids” (the unofficial mantra of the trustees that’s always shouted in full force during the bidding)—and reflecting on the experiences of the previous day—Bob fully realized the value in what people paid for the auction lots. Not long afterwards, the couple joined the NCEF. Things have progressed quickly for them: Since becoming trustees, less than three years later they volunteered to run the festival. As the 2013 chairs, they’ve practically been thinking about January 25-27 every waking minute for the past 12 months. Funny how life works sometimes. In this case, they agree it was for the best. NAPLESILLUSTRATED.COM | JANUARY 2013 111
Often the first on the dance floor, McNulty boogies with revelers at her 2011 beach-themed bash (from left: McNulty, Linda Sonders, daughter Brynne McNulty and Andrea McLendon).
One of McNulty’s many memorable past dinners was the 2011 soiree, “Uncork Good Vibrations,” she held with the Bains. Coastal decor in and out of her house set the tone, a Beach Boys cover band entertained the lively crowd and vintner Mary Novak of Spottswoode led guests in a late-night conga line.
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Working Hard and Having Fun
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She hosts vintner dinners with her friends Ann and Bill Bain. ”Everyone knows our party will go the longest; we have a tradition of dancing,“ McNulty says.
McNulty Explains the Grant Process The nine trustees who sit on the grant committee in three-year terms take their commitment seriously. “We’re extremely professional and disciplined. We really try to act that way because we have a long-term responsibility to both those who give us money and those who rely on that money,” McNulty says. In the roughly 10 hours each week the committee members devote towards their work reviewing grant applications and attending frequent meetings, the process has two parts—the annual grant cycle and strategic initiatives. The annual cycle is how individual organizations apply for funds. The committee reads and reviews them and selects on average 25 beneficiaries for each year. The strategic initiatives platform was hatched after a 2005 University of Florida NCEF-commissioned study showed gaps in child care in the county. These programs bring together several nonprofits to address a broader problem over three to five years. One such push was the building of the dental center in 2008, and a current one is HUGS, a mental-health coalition linking local groups like NAMI Collier County and the David Lawrence Center. “We try to think big and set audacious goals—and make them happen,” she says.
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limbing the ladder at Goldman Sachs is no easy feat. Wall Street savvy and board room acumen are what propelled Anne Welsh McNulty to the top before she retired as a managing director in late 2001. But what she couldn’t have guessed was that the same finance-world skill set she had would soon come into play elsewhere. It was January 2003 when she and her late husband John arrived in Naples to look at houses. They wanted to relocate to Florida and had toured several cities, but none were the right fit. McNulty, a perky, whip-smart blonde with a vivacious side, needed to make sure she was placing herself somewhere where nightly bingo wasn’t the sole stimulation. “We wanted to be around younger, like-minded people. We didn’t want to go to bed at 9.” Karen Van Arsdale from emeritus trustee Scott Lutgert’s Premier Sotheby’s International Realty showed them the town. She called Lutgert on the spot and said, “I think you should invite these people to your home tonight.” One vintner dinner and auction later, and the McNultys were hooked on Naples. They became involved in the foundation pretty much when they signed the papers for their house. “We got to know Scott that weekend, and attending the festival was a very compelling argument to move here,” she says. In addition to heading the NCEF board of trustees, she previously led the grant committee, the branch of the organization that determines which charities receive funds raised at the auction. She also loves planning the yearly vintner dinners she co-hosts with friends Ann and Bill Bain. “The festival itself is a creative and joyful way to raise money,” she says. “And one of the most fun things we trustees get to do is throw those parties.” u NAPLESILLUSTRATED.COM | JANUARY 2013 113
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through the book Naples Vignette, photographer Richard Kraus and his peers are aiming to protect our surroundings. by dorothea Hunter Sönne
At times the best-laid plans of mice and men go astray. But for Richard Kraus, nothing—not even a string of devastating setbacks beginning with a life-threatening illness in 2007— could prevent him from following his dream to form a nonprofit that would band together fellow lensmen to promote the conservation of the scenery that inspires their work. Now that vision is a reality, and the group he started, Photography for the Preservation of Landscapes (PPL), just released a luxuriant tome that all Neapolitans will want on their coffee tables. Naples Vignette, the sales of which benefit PPL, incorporates his art plus photos from John Brady, Masa Ushioda and R J Wiley. “The mission of the nonprofit is very near and dear to my heart,” says Brady, who said yes on the spot when Kraus approached him. “My goal in photographing these places is to help bring a better understanding of the hidden beauty that still exists and try to help others understand the importance of its preservation.” The book, however, is not solely about flora and fauna. Kraus believes it's essential to show examples of urbanization done right. “People have changed the terrain here, but biodiversity in many cases has not been sacrificed,” he says. “The way homes and commercial areas are landscaped is very important to overall harmony.” He also knew he wanted to make a book that would appeal to discerning, cosmopolitan readers. Bespoke archival links, the thickest paper, hand-stitched pages and a silk cover are just some of the sophisticated touches. Expansion is in the works, with another book due out in November on America as a whole, with more than 100 contributors, but he thought Naples was the ideal launchpad for his venture: “It is a unique community, one worth having the rest of the nation take note of what it has been able to accomplish.”
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SCENES TO REMEMBER: R J Wiley, Audubon of Florida’s 2012 photographer of the year and a resident photographer at Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary, can wait upwards of 10 hours before the perfect shot emerges, like the the one of this owl stretching (left). “I want some sort of interaction between the viewer and the animal,” he says. “If you catch a specific moment, you create an emotional bond. When that happens, people start becoming more aware of these creatures and their habitat.” While Wiley’s art tends to focus on wildlife and scenery the way Mother Nature intended them, Kraus’ eye is equally interested in how humans have figured out a way to coexist with their environment, including Naples’ manicured lawns (right and below).
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DESTINATION HOME: “We’re not politically involved,” Kraus says. “But the mission of the nonprofit is about encouraging the building of more parks and preserves, and it’s additionally about recognizing successful examples of urbanization.” One of his preferred areas to photograph is Port Royal (all images on this page), but he purposely sought diversity for the book. “I tried to make it as eclectic as possible to reflect the community. That’s why there’s a sprinking of houses, golf courses, hotels, and, of course, wildlife. I think the finished product says, ‘This is Naples,’ and that is what I wanted to do.” Trinity-by-the-Cove with Packard, Richard Kraus
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WILD ABOUT ANIMALS: The contributors to Naples Vignette especially hope the images will make people appreciate and pay closer attention to our two-, four- and eight-legged friends. “Driving by at 60 miles per hour, you barely give them more than a passing glance,” Wiley says. “If my photos can cause people to really sit, observe and admire what they’re seeing, I know I’ve done my job.” Notice the fiddler crab’s quirky gigantic claw (left), a variety of shells (below) and an egret puffed up with extra feathers for mating season (right).
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A STRIKING PANORAMA: Kraus spent many painstaking hours choosing complementary photographs for each of the book’s spreads, like the two that appear here. He also favors weaving together multiple shots of a single vista to give his own spin to the final piece of art. “That particular shot (left) was accomplished by using two huge plate cameras so that I could get a much wider picture than normal,” he says. And stormy late-spring skies like that one are an ongoing source of inspiration for their unusual compositions. “If you take a boring subject and bathe it with light, you get a really nice photograph. If you find an interesting subject bathed in light, you get an award-winning photograph.” u Naples Vignette ($195) is available at vendors throughout the region; for a list of stores and more details on supporting the nonprofit Photography for the Preservation of Landscapes, see pplandscapes.org.
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In honor of the magazine’s fifteenth birthday, let us count the ways life on the paradise coast is sheer bliss. By Kat Smith
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Chefs in the House. There is something special about dining at a place where the chef is not just an owner, but also resides in the kitchen. For memorable meals by passionate culinarians, try Escargot 41 (Patrick Fevrier), Bleu Provence (Lysielle Cariot), Ridgway Bar & Grill (Tony Ridgway; dish pictured above), Alexander’s (Alexander Bernard), Sea Salt (Fabrizio Aielli) and KC American Bistro (Keith Casey).
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Generous Spirit. Naples is a community of givers, from the blockbuster fundraisers (the NCH Hospital Ball, the Immokalee Foundation Charity Classic Celebration and Charity Classic Pro-Am, and the American Cancer Society Bucket List Bash, to name a few) to individual efforts to do one’s part. A shining example of the latter is Philip Douglas (inset), who supplies hair and makeup expertise for numerous charity fashion shows, like the recent one at the Naples Botanical Garden’s Hats in the Garden. He also donates salon packages for charity auctions, and has chaired the Humane Society Naples’ tea and fashion show for the past two years.
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Locavores’ Delight. Our farmers’ markets offer fresh, locally grown and made goods, from heirloom tomatoes to artisanal breads, pottery and more. The Third Street South market on Saturday mornings is a mainstay, but check out the Naples Green Market at the IberiaBank Center on Golden Gate Parkway, also Saturday mornings, or stock up for the weekend on Friday evenings at the Bayfront Farmers Fest. We’re also excited for the burgeoning artisanal food scene. Places like Kitchen 845 in the Pavilion paved the way for a bevy of gourmet mom-and-pop takeout shops peppering less traveled areas of Naples, such as Trade Center Way, where The Sauce Lady (Ela Vivonetto) cooks up authentic Italian specialties.
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Fab Friends. Famous faces show up a lot around town. We’ve encountered Michael Kors (right), who drops in every so often to visit Marissa Hartington of Marissa Collections. Says Kors of Naples, “You’ve got all the glamour, but then you can also be barefoot. Here you can go to a party in a gown but wear flat sandals.” Superchef and TV star Tom Colicchio is a repeat guest at the Naples Winter Wine Festival, and in November, he created a feast for a party that was part of a festival auction prize. Actor Eric Roberts, who came on behalf of NAMI Collier County last year, was so charmed by the city, he made plans to return last month for NAMI’s luncheon.
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Hometown Gems. Custom baubles are easy to come by thanks to the work of local jewelry designers such as Marilyn Janss of Cleopatra’s Barge and Amanda Jaron (a piece is below).
The Party Whirl. Our calendars are jammed with soirees—some for charity, some strictly for fun, some for both, but all are certain good times. We can’t wait for next month’s biennial ladies’ night out, Little Black Dress (the last pictured above), raising dollars for the Garden of Hope and Courage; Catholic Charities’ elegant Emerald Ball in March; and NCH Healthcare System’s Southern charmer, the Magnolia Ball. And we’re already dreaming about next year’s elaborate holiday fetes.
Shoppers’ Paradise. First-rate shopping gets better and better, with a wealth of boutiques selling items we don’t see everywhere else. On Third Street South, BRuno is our go-to store for presents from funky (bejeweled cellphone cases) to fine (Baccarat crystal). New and noteworthy: Spruce Home & Garden has a unique inventory of decor items and gifts, including jewelry, and flameless candles that come with a remote control and timer. And uptown, a second Little Luxe just opened at Waterside Shops with the adorable assortment of children’s clothes. NAPLESILLUSTRATED.COM | JANUARY 2013 125
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Art Town. We live in a thriving artists’ community, and there is a long list of galleries to browse, selling pieces to suit every taste. A few faves are Broad Avenue’s Gardner Colby (a painting is at left), Marianne Friedland and DeBruyne Fine Art, while the Fifth Avenue South area offers Sheldon Fine Art, Up Art and Design Gallery and Gallery One. Crayton Cove is home to Art Gallery Old Naples 2 and Guess-Fisher Gallery. Farther uptown are Trudy Labell Fine Art and Harmon-Meek on U.S. 41, and Sweet Art Gallery on Trade Center Way.
The Chicest Homes. Monumental estates, opulent penthouses, luxuriously reimagined beach cottages … the interior design firms cover them all magnificently. Some designers whose cool creations we’re mad for: Renée Gaddis (room at right), Cindy Christensen (who has appeared on HGTV) and Shari Summers, whose store, Summerfields, is full of antiques and decorative accessories.
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Resilient Real Estate Market. Naples is a prime example of the adage, “Location, location, location.” Property values may fluctuate, but homes in desirable enclaves (Port Royal, Aqualane Shores, Park Shore, Bay Colony, Grey Oaks and Old Naples, for instance), have proven to be solid investments. Seasoned pros—such as Naples Estate Properties headed by Emily Bua, Michael G. Lawler, and the team at Premier Sotheby’s International Realty—know the market intimately and match people with the right homes.
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Happy Hour with a View. The enduring iconic Naples image is the ravishing sunset on the Gulf. There is no better way to enjoy it than with good company and a refreshing cocktail. Choice spots: Sunset Beach Bar & Grill at The Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club (pictured), Gumbo Limbo at The RitzCarlton, Naples, and Baleen at LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort.
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Miracle of Flight. Getting to and from the area is a snap, thanks to Southwest Florida International, one of nicest airports in terms of crowds, parking and atmosphere. Travelers even get a taste of culture via Louise Nevelson’s grand sculpture Dawn’s Forest, on loan from the Patty & Jay Baker Naples Museum of Art. Another option for the jet-set, the Naples Municipal Airport, is served by many charter carriers and conveniently located close to downtown.
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A Matter of Course. This corner of the world is golf heaven, with more than 70 public and private courses in Collier County. Many clubs hold LPGA and PGA tournaments, such as TwinEagles, Tiburón Golf Club, the Classics at Lely Resort and TPC Treviso Bay. In addition to the vast number of private golf communities, local resorts like LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort (pictured) and the Waldorf Astoria Naples got game for amateur swingers.
Natural Treasures. The beauty of the area is what lures so many here. Groups dedicated to protecting the flora and fauna are essential to the well-being of the region. The Conservancy of Southwest Florida (right), Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve, Friends of the Florida Panther Refuge, Collier Audubon and Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary are true local heroes, preserving paradise for generations to come.
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the many benefits of playing host to so many visitors are the top pampering options found at spas in several area hotels, including Waldorf Astoria Naples, Inn on Fifth, Naples Bay Resort and The Ritz-Carlton, Naples (above). Dozens of smaller-scale places also provide the full spectrum of treatments for body and spirit.
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WHITE HEAT Say something special with elegant resort looks that radiate in the Naples sun.
PHOTOGRAPHY BY ROBERT ADAMO Shot by Naples Illustrated on location at Talis Park, Naples. Jewelry provided by Provident Jewelry, Naples.
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Beaded crepe gown, Badgley Mischka, badgleymischka.com; Chanel ribbon necklace, Saks Fifth Avenue, Naples.
Chanel lace swimsuit, cotton tweed jacket and necklace, Saks Fifth Avenue, Naples; gray pumps with pink heel, Christian Louboutin, christianlouboutin.com. Opposite page: Strapless gown with floral print, Gucci, Naples.
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Cotton peacoat, gold stacked heels and mirror sunglasses, Louis Vuitton, Naples. Opposite page: Burberry Prorsum viscose stretch-cady bustier dress, Burberry, Naples; heels, Christian Louboutin, christianlouboutin.com.
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Stella McCartney lace dress with fringe, Marissa Collections, Naples; suede bow heels, Jimmy Choo, jimmychoo.com; handbag, Christian Louboutin, christianlouboutin.com. Opposite page: 3.1 Phillip Lim embellished shift dress, Marissa Collections, Naples.
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Donna Karan viscose and elastane draped evening gown, Saks Fifth Avenue, Naples. Fashion Editor: Katherine Lande Model: Alexandra Nikolic, Elite Model Management, Miami Hair & Makeup: Gina Simone, Cielo Blue Pro, Miami, beauty provided by Giorgio Armani Beauty Photographer Assistant: Robert Kildoo
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Garden of Hope and Courage Ladies of Southwest Florida once again will gather in the Garden of Hope and Courage for the third Little Black Dress Garden Party, scheduled for February 26. The evening starts with cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, a silent auction and more followed by a “dinner in motion” at popular area restaurants.
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Bigham Jewelers Founded in 1995, Bigham Jewelers has become one of Southwest Florida’s premier fine jewelers. Visitors will experience a welcoming show room with exclusive collections like Rolex and David Yurman, a best-in-class service department, thoughtful buy-back of jewelry and watches and an extensive estate collection. Its new fine jewelry department features diamonds and precious and colored gemstones from international design houses.
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Celebrity Martini Glass Auction Take home a martini glass autographed by some of the hottest celebrities in Hollywood and the music industry. The 2013 Celebrity Martini Glass Auction, scheduled for February 18 at the Philharmonic Center for the Arts in Naples, is a special event to showcase the community’s rich cultural environment, with proceeds to benefit the Naples International Film Festival. naplescmga.com
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Cindy Christensen Home Design An interior designer who pioneered the home makeover concept on HGTV, Cindy Christensen offers a range of services from one- to five-day redesigns using clients’ own furniture and accessories to complete home makeovers. Cindy’s years of experience ensure each client’s expectations are exceeded. 3767 Fountainhead Court, Naples 239-300-0341 | cindychristensenhomedesign.com
WEALTH MANAGEMENT & ESTATE PLANNING Naples Illustrated’s Guide to the Area’s Top Financial Advisers
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WEALTH MANAGEMENT & ESTATE PLANNING Advanced Wealth Advisors LLC Chris T. Christensen and Soren T. Christensen Areas of Specialization
Advanced Wealth Advisors LLC is a national firm in the practice of wealth creation and preservation. We provide estate and financial planning specializing in tax, insurance and retirement planning strategies. We give our clients unparalleled, personal service to provide peace of mind throughout current and successive generations. Our company was founded as an estate planning practice, incorporating advanced estate and tax planning techniques, insurance planning and investment advisory planning. Our services and experience allow us to work with our clients to help them navigate every life event and economic climate, no matter the simplicity or complexity. Our goal is to ensure the possessions that compose one’s life work—businesses, personal residences and property, and any savings or investments—are enhanced and protected during your life and pass on to the next generation in their entirety. We know planning your future is a deeply emotional process because it involves the people and charitable causes you care the most about. Advanced Wealth Advisors LLC helps you understand all of your options and the concepts to govern your future and your estate. We join you in your concern to accomplish your goals and provide you with expertise so you feel confident knowing these goals will be met. Talk with one of our financial advisors today to review the work you have in place, listen to some recommendations and determine where we can provide service and improvement.
Contact information 5150 N. Tamiami Trail, Suite 601 Naples, FL 34103 (239) 455-1100 awadvisors.com
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WEALTH MANAGEMENT & ESTATE PLANNING Moran Edwards Asset Management Group of Wells Fargo Advisors Tom moran and bob edwards Advisor Specialization
Tom Moran and Bob Edwards, Managing Directors-Investments, two of the top-producing financial advisors of the firm, and 15 dedicated staff members directly serve affluent families and foundations with investible assets of $1 million to $500 million. Founded in March 1990, the Moran Edwards Asset Management Group has focused on quantitative analysis and fundamental research in building diversified portfolios. The team manages portfolios exceeding $2 billion in assets for families in all 50 states, using 15 investment models. Tom was named to Barron’s magazine’s “America’s Top 100 Financial Advisors” list in 2010, 2011 and 2012 where he was selected as the No. 1 advisor in Southwest Florida each time. In 2011 and 2012, he was named to the “America’s Top 100 Financial Advisors” list by Registered Rep, the leading journal for registered financial professionals. Barron’s named Bob one of Florida’s top financial advisors, and included him among the country’s best, in 2010, 2011 and 2012. In addition, investment portfolios Bob manages have received national recognition for peer group performance in Lipper’s Best Money Managers as of June 30, 2012 including a recent No. 1 ranking for U.S. Large-Cap Growth and Value Equity performance over ten years for his Strategic Equity Blend portfolio. Contact information 5801 Pelican Bay Boulevard, Suite 200 Naples, FL 34108 (239) 254-2200 MoranEdwards.com
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Barron’s Top 100 Financial Advisors 2010-2012: The ranking reflects the volume of assets overseen by the advisors, revenues generated for the firms and the quality of the advisors’ practices. The scoring system assigns a top score of 100 and rates the rest by comparing them with the top-ranked advisor. Barron’s Top 1000 Financial Advisors 2010-2012 -The rankings are based on data provided by over 4,000 of the nation’s most productive advisors. Factors included in the rankings: assets under management, revenue produced for the firm, regulatory record and quality of practice. Investment performance isn’t an explicit component. Registered Rep:-The 2011-2012 Top 100 Wirehouse Advisors list was assembled by Meridian-IQ. Advisors are ranked by assets under management. Only those advisors for whom a majority of assets correspond to retail clients were eligible for the list. Lipper Best Money Manager: Lipper MarketPlace Best Money Managers are compiled from a quarterly survey of investment management organizations and portfolio composites. Performance is calculated “net” of all fees and brokerage commissions, inclusive of cash and in U.S. dollars. Results calculated on a minimum asset base of at least $10 million for “traditional” U.S. asset classes (equity, fixed income, balanced accounts) and $1 million for all international and for “alternative” U.S. asset classes. Only categories/time period combinations for which there are at least 20 contenders are published. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC/Member SIPC. Wells Fargo Advisors is not a tax or legal advisor.
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WEALTH MANAGEMENT & ESTATE PLANNING The Stephens Wealth Management Group Jason E. Stephens, CFP®, ChFC® Senior Vice President Senior Portfolio Manager Private Wealth Advisor Areas of Specialization
The Stephens Group “ brings time-tested expertise, seamless execution and a fundamental understanding of what investors with significant wealth need.
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It’s more important than ever to choose a financial partner who meets today’s challenges head-on and brings the right resources and trusted financial advice to help you move forward confidently. The Stephens Group delivers on both, providing uniquely tailored wealth strategies to a select group of Southwest Florida business owners, senior executives and affluent families. Group Principal Jason E. Stephens, Senior Vice President of Investments, is the founding member of The Stephens Group of UBS’s private wealth management division, one of industry’s most experienced advisory teams with dedicated service in Florida. Jason has been awarded the private wealth advisor designation reserved for less than 5% of UBS’s advisors worldwide. In addition, Jason is a certified financial planner, CFP® and a chartered financial consultant. He earned a bachelor’s degree in finance from the University of Florida and investment consultant designation from the Wharton School of Business at the University of Pennsylvania. Jason brings forward-thinking, complex problem solutions and a level of knowledge, experience and service unmatched by any other wealth management advisor. He has been featured in numerous articles and public speaking appearances highlighting benefits on estate planning for Florida residents and Florida domicile. Recently, he was selected by Barron’s as one of America’s top 1,000 financial advisors and was ranked among Florida’s top 20. Jason and The Stephens Group are also very active in giving back to the local community, having given substantial amounts to charities in Collier and Lee County over the past 15 years. Jason and his team—including fixed income specialist and municipal securities principal Richard B. Marchisio and senior portfolio manager and equity specialist Russell L. Roth—bring nearly a century of combined experience. They draw upon UBS’s 150-year heritage and the strength and endurance of a firm that has significant insight into what clients require today. UBS has a network of offices in 50 countries on five continents, allowing them access to strategic global opportunities and exceptional, unmatched service, expertise and execution. We look forward to having a conversation with you.
Contact information UBS Financial Services Inc. 801 Laurel Oak Drive, Suite 708 Naples, FL 34108 (239) 254-7145 • (888) 565-9124 ubs.com/team/stephensgroup
Certified financial Planner™: CFP® is a certification mark owned by Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. Tax: Neither UBS Financial Services Inc. nor any of its employees provide legal or tax advice. You should consult with your personal legal or tax advisor regarding your personal circumstances. UBS Financial Services Inc. is a subsidiary of UBS AG. ©2012 UBS Financial Services Inc. All rights reserved. Member SIPC.
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Naples Illustrated’s Guide to the Area’s Top Medical Advisers
Relevant questions and answers about medical care, procedures and the latest treatment options available in and around Naples.
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Dialogue with a Doctor Dr. Kevin Lam, DPM 661 Goodlette Rd. N., Suite 103, Naples (239) 430-3668 NaplesPodiatrist.com Isn’t Bunion Surgery Painful? NO, Bunion surgery does not have to be painful. Certain protocols by surgeons such as preoperative use of local anesthesia as well as proper use of anti inflammatory and light pain medication will help with the post operative recovery pain. Careful surgical work is important also. Most of our patients report only a few days use of pain medications, if any, after bunion surgery. Why does my heel hurt in the morning? Plantar fascitis, or heel spur syndrome hurts in the morning or after a period of rest. Can decrease in pain after some ambulation, but remains a constant bother. This is the most common diagnosis seen in our offices. Do not wait to get this treated as this can become chronic and harder to treat down the road. Treatments include NSAIDS, stretching, therapy, orthotics, shockwave therapy or for worse cases, surgery. NaplesPodiatrist.com has more information. Can laser help my fungus / yellow nails? Laser can help in the treatment of fungal nails. This condition requires a comprehensive approach with laser, topical skin care for athletes foot treatment of the environment such as shoes, socks, bathtub. Most of the time fungal nail patients also have athlete’s foot, which is a skin fungal infection by the same organism. Both must be addressed aggressively for a favorable outcome. NaplesPodiatrist.com
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Robert C. Hedgepath, DMD
Edward A. Scherder, DMD, JD
BayView Dental Arts 1001 10th Ave. S., Suite 218, Naples (239) 434-5545 bayviewdentalarts.com
BayView Dental Arts 1001 10th Ave. S., Suite 218, Naples (239) 434-5545 bayviewdentalarts.com
Why choose a specialist in restorative and prosthetic dentistry? Prosthodontics is the art and science pertaining to the restoration and maintenance of oral function, comfort, appearance and health of the natural teeth or the replacement of missing teeth. Prosthodontists receive an extra three years of intense, formal training beyond dental school. As a specialist, Dr. Hedgepath utilizes the latest technology for dental implants, crowns, bridges and porcelain veneers. As a Prosthodontist, I take great pride in providing my patients with cosmetically attractive and natural looking restorations. My focus is on details, ensuring the most positive dental experience possible; from a relaxed, caring atmosphere surrounded by peaceful bay view vistas!
What do you enjoy most about practicing dentistry? Following graduation from the University of Pittsburgh in 1989, one of the reasons I furthered my expertise in the field of prosthodontics is because I enjoy changing my patients’ lives. When I complete a smile transformation, it is not just the person’s physical appearance I change but also their confidence and overall demeanor. A beautiful smile might open new doors to a better job, a new relationship and maybe even a new love.
Where was Dr. Robert Hedgepath trained, and how long has he practiced in Naples? Dr. Hedgepath is a 1985 graduate of the Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in Boston and the Boston University School of Graduate Dentistry. He practiced prosthetic restorative dentistry in downtown Boston prior to moving to Naples in 1991. He has lectured on various dental topics, specifically prosthetic and esthetic dentistry. Dr. Hedgepath welcomes the opportunity to meet with you on an personal basis to discuss your dental health and expectations for the smile you have dreamed of.
What do you think is the most important piece of equipment in your office? The microscope. Although not new to medicine, the surgical microscope is just becoming popular in prosthetic dentistry. I have been utilizing a Zeiss microscope for more than six years and can no longer practice without it. I use it for everything, from conservatively preparing teeth for veneers to evaluating the fit and form of the final restorations. The microscope is an invaluable piece of technology, and Zeiss optics are the best.
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Dialogue with a Doctor Dr. Alan Rembos, DDS, PA 4001 Tamiami Trail N., Suite 280, Naples (239) 434-0400 smilesbyrembos.com Who is a candidate for dental implants, and what is involved in treatment? Implants have come a long way and are often an excellent choice for patients. If you are in reasonably good health and have missing teeth or have recently broken a tooth, implants should be discussed. What used to take years now takes only months or even weeks. After a brief consultation, it is easy to estimate costs, time and treatment expectations. Comfort has never been better with minimally invasive techniques. Computerized anesthetic and one-stage surgery save time, lower costs and result in more comfort and better healing. For teeth in the “smile zone,� temporary teeth are placed at time of treatment. With a success rate of 98 percent, there is no reason not to consider dental implant options. I would like my smile to look better. What are the best options? Everyone loves a great smile. It is one of the first things people notice. Veneers are great if you have strong teeth, have few fillings and do not grind your teeth. If these principles are ignored, they will chip, come off and create frustration. If crooked teeth and color are issues, combination treatment of a short time with clear braces and whitening might be all that is needed. Porcelain crowns provide great protection, look beautiful and natural and might be the best choice in place of braces or even whitening, saving time and money. Communicating what you want your smile to look like is the first step. For the majority of patients, smile makeovers can often be accomplished in as little as two weeks!
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Dialogue with a Doctor Carlos Portu, MD Physicians Regional-Collier Boulevard 8340 Collier Blvd., Naples (239) 348-4340 physiciansregional.com How does an internal medicine physician differ from a family practitioner? An internist receives training focused solely on adult medicine. Internal medicine residency programs are typically four years and concentrate on a wide spectrum of adult care inside and outside of a hospital setting. Family medicine programs are typically three years and split their time between adult medicine, pediatrics and OBGYN. With so many specialists available these days, why is it important to have a primary care physician? Essentially, a primary care provider should function as the quarterback of your health. He or she should evaluate medical conditions or symptoms upon onset, order diagnostic testing or imaging, render diagnosis and, if necessary, make reccommended referrals. What separates you from other providers in the community? Physicians Regional provides concierge-level care without asking anything for it. Our patients are never just another number, and we go to great lengths to accommodate the needs of those who entrust their health to us.
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Alexia Marciano, M.D.
Cynthia Yag-Howard
The Centre for Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery 9975 Tamiami Trail N., Suite 1, Naples (239) 513-1117
Advanced Dermatology and Skin Surgery 1000 Goodlette Road, Suite 100, Naples (239) 649-8384 dryaghoward.com
Do I need a “tummy tuck” or liposuction? Abdominoplasty, the formal name for a “tummy tuck,” involves removing skin, tissue and fat from the abdomen, repairs abdominal muscles and leaves a scar across the lower abdomen. It is a much more invasive and complex surgery with a longer, more painful and restricted recovery compared to liposuction. There are many different types of liposuction. Depending which technique is used, liposuction can result in the permanent removal of more fat and greater skin tightening than a tummy tuck without removing skin or requiring stitches. Liposuction patients are back to work and can exercise immediately and rarely need ibuprofen. Liposuction that reshapes the entire body (including the hips, waist, back and thighs) is known as Body Sculpting; a tummy tuck affects only the front of the abdomen.
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CLOSED SALES FOR 2012 // IN EXCESS OF $40,000,000: 640 17th Avenue South 272 11th Avenue South 1935 Snook Drive 1580 Bluefin Court 345 Hawser Lane 256 11th Avenue South
1940 Tarpon Road 1807 Snook Drive 550 Park Shore Drive 2222 Gulfshore Blvd. N. 1380 Jewel Box Avenue 1590 Star Point
1923 Snook Drive 861 9th Avenue South 1845 Tarpon Road 3002 Sandpiper Bay Circle 7413 Acorn Way 3041 Sandpiper Bay Circle
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Bay Colony This latest new lovely 3+den, 3.5 bath Brighton listing joins my collection of Beachfront Bay Colony JEWELS. 2 bedroom, 2+den, and 3+den gems all welcome your consideration. Your Bay Colony Beachfront Resident. 3+Den/3.5 (C8051) Jill Rogers 239-450-6856 $1,695,000 - $2,875,000
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Seldom available 3BR/3BA, pool, on deep water canal with dock and davits. Home sits above flood elevation and has been completely remodeled. Move in and enjoy the season. 3/3 (H6808) Michele Harrison 239-580-9889 $1,150,000
les CHateaux at peliCan marsH Updated condo next to Pelican Marsh Golf Club. New A/C, cherry wood floors, refaced kitchen/bath cabinets, plantation shutters. Long lake views, 2 car garage. 3+Den/2.5 (C8769) Rose Mary Everett 239-272-7790, Jessica Bibbee 239-272-6810 $560,000
OLD NAPLES SANIBEL 800 Fifth Avenue S. Ste. 200 1019 Periwinkle Way 239-434-0101 239-472-2411 CENTRAL NAPLES 3255 Tamiami Trail N. 239-261-6622 NORTh NAPLES 1185 Immokalee Rd. Ste. 300 239-598-0059 BONITA SPRINGS 26269 Tamiami Trail S. 239-498-9200
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This property has it all. Rarely Available 18th Floor “D” end unit. Panoramic views of Pelican Bay Estuary and sunsets over the Gulf of Mexico. 3+Den/2.5 (C8754) Wendy Nelson 239-248-2365 $1,350,000
ChARLESTON SquARE 225 Banyan Blvd. 239-643-3636
Breathtaking unobstructed views of Clam Pass, Gulf and Pelican Bay Golf Course. New wood floors throughout, new A/C, refrigerator, dishwasher, furnace, and hot water heater. Beautiful décor. 3/3 (C7912) Bonnie Camp 239-734-1212 $1,075,000
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Gated Upscale Classic Beachfront corner and end unit. Furnished, estate sale. Over 3000 Total Square Feet with deeded poolside Cabana. Garage. Small pet friendly. 5-Star building. 3+Den/3 (C8763) Hutchison-Carmony Team 239-272-7000 $1,199,000
pine ridge Rarely available country estate on two acres in Pine Ridge. Large pool home with guest house. Close to shopping, dining, beaches and Philharmonic. Text: MHG4 To: 97063. 4+Den/4.5 (H5769) Michele Harrison 239-580-9889 $1,050,000
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One of the prime locations in North Naples. Two miles to beach, close to Mercato. Beautifully decorated high end 3 bedroom, 3 bath. Bamboo floors, 2-car garage and lake view. 3/3 (C8761) Wendy Nelson 239-248-2365 $539,000
Turnkey furnished fifth floor end unit, with tranquil wide water views overlooking marina. Tastefully decorated with many upgrades. Boat slips are available for sale or lease. 2/2 (C8735) Frank Petras 239-595-2221 $499,999
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Old NaplEs
An extraordinary beach-front opportunity to create your own vision of paradise with 170 feet of direct beach frontage, extending all the way to Gulf Shore Blvd. A vast buildable envelope with room to build a significant sized residence. $12,900,000
Idyllic seaside residence built in 2007. Panoramic beach vistas. Tropical solitude and refined casual elegance. Large great room with fireplace and gourmet-styled kitchen area opens to spacious lanai. 3-bay garage. 5,573 SF 4+den/3.1 $9,950,000
EstatEs at Bay COlONy
aqualaNE shOrEs
Magnificent home secluded on double lakefront estate site, 15,247 SF of living area. 8 bedroom suites, study, conference room, billiards room, gourmet kitchen home theater. 8+den/10.4 $9,900,000
Gorgeous new home built in 2012 w/top of the line finishes. Features cut-in boat slip & yacht ready dock w/130 ft. of water frontage, direct Gulf & inland water way access A short walk to the beach. The ultimate Naples lifestyle! 4+den/6 $5,995,000
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Spectacular beachfront estate located directly on the sand in the private, gated community of Hideaway Beach. Panoramic views of Gulf & Tiger Tail Beach. Exquisite finishes & professionally furnished. . 3+den/4 $6,000,000
Situated on prestigious Gordon Drive with approximately 23,325 SF with an approximate building area of 9,145 SF. Existing house is a tear-down and is being sold as a building site. $7,900,000
pOrt rOyal
GrEy Oaks
Custom, luxury home built in 2007. Finely furnished. Gorgeous estate home w/almost 7,700 SF of top quality Water views, Lakefront, 3 Bay Gar. 4/5.1 $4,995,000 finishes & golf/lake views. 5+den/5.2 $4,900,000
EstatEs at Bay COlONy
Custom built home with world class features & fixtures. Golf view. 4+den/5.2 $4,450,000
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111 ft. of water frontage. Deep water yacht basin. 5,600 SF .68 acres. 4+study/4.1 $4,850,000
salErNO at Bay COlONy
Penthouse sprawling over top two levels. Panoramic views. 5,040 SF 5/5.1 $4,495,000
EstatEs at Bay COlONy
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4+den/5.1 Recently renovated, lanai with Fireplace overlooks lake. $2,695,000
Gorgeous custom Florida style home. 4,692 SF. Pool/ spa. 5+den/5.1 $2,495,000
Spacious 3,587 SF condo. Panoramic Gulf vistas. 3+den/3.1 $2,450,000
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Contenporary, luxurious golf course home. 3 car garage. 3+den/3.1 $1,999,000
3+den/4 Excellent value. Florida style home built in 2005. $1,750,000
Create the home of your dreams on Jamaica Cove. 70 ft on the water w/direct Gulf of Mexico access. $1,650,000
Custom estate home built in 2011 on 2.73 acres. Guest & pool house. $1,240,000
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BAY COLONY
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Trieste 1402 | $3,595,000
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Address 17015 Verona Way, Naples year built 2008 offered at $3.2 million size 4,588 square feet under air, 7,236 total special features This exquisite home with four bedrooms, a den, four full and one half baths boasts all the luxurious amenities you are looking for in a golf-course community lifestyle. A breathtaking view of the outdoor living space beyond the disappearing sliders in
the formal living room creates a magnificent setting for this well-appointed estate. Distinctive design elements include extensive windows with gracious treatments, volume ceilings with coffered design, crown moldings, plantation shutters, arched passageways, architectural niches, upgraded built-in appliances and gorgeous granite countertops. The spacious family room features a wet bar and dual disappearing sliding doors that create a seamless transition from indoor to outdoor living for endless entertaining possibilities. The professionally landscaped lanai, with a private preserve as a backdrop, includes a bubbling spa
and large lagoon pool with two spectacular rock waterfalls. Outdoor entertaining is a breeze, with covered loggia areas, fully equipped summer kitchen and access to the pool bathroom. The crowning touch is the covered seating area around the column-accented gas fireplace, creating a magnificent intimate outdoor living space for relaxing in tropical paradise. FOR INFORMATION Roy and Pam Weekly of Weekly Realty Group LLC 239-793-8762 Info@TeamWeekly.com
The sprawling estate’s outdoor spaces blend beautifully with indoor areas for gorgeous views.
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Great views, Spacious floor plans, newly renovated building. #8C: Large 3BR/3BA remodeled and redesigned. #15B: 2BR/3BA+den, very spacious and updated. #3A: 2BR/2.5BA nicely redone. priced from $875000-$1,695,000
La Mer
On the beach. Hear the surf, feel the sand. #204: Very generous space, extensive eco-friendly renovations. Lives like a beach house. Charming 2+den/3BA southwest corner residence. $1,795,000
Hidden Lake Villas
#D-38 : Sunny 2BR/2BA, nice updates, close to the beach. $225,000
PeLiCAn BAy Tierra Mar
Bright spacious 3BR/2+BA on cul-desac with southern exposure overlooking a wooded pond. Expanded kitchen, wood burning fireplace, newer roof. Close to beach, shopping, dining and cultural activities. $995,000
Chateaumere #401
Beautiful 4th-floor 3BR/3BA end residence overlooking a lake, golf course and a ribbon view of the Gulf. Spa, 3 pools, golf course (membership required), tennis/fitness center, private beach access. $499,900
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Custom-built 4BR home slated for May 2013 completion on one of the few remaining homesites in Escada Estates. Two-story foyer, spillover pool southwest exposure over lake and 14th hole.
Lake and golf course views from this furnished firstfloor condominium with 2-car garage. Resort-style living in this Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort community.
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There is no substitute for Performance & exPerience Park Shore - Regent PH 1 This magnificent penthouse was artfully crafted to the exacting standards of the owners to create a truly one-of-a-kind beachfront estate. With breathtaking 360 degree views and encompassing over 13,842 sq. ft., plus an additional 3,000 sq. ft. of extended terraces (with private spa), it has plentiful room for family and guests. Features often found in a single-family estate home are beautifully incorporated into the floor plan such as an 8-seat theatre, artist’s studio, billiard room, unique wine room and custom guest cottage offering exceptional space and privacy for guests or in-home staff. Concierge services, private 3-car air-conditioned garage, stateof–the art fitness center, beachside pool and spa, manager and 24-hour secured grand lobby. Price upon request.
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Gracious spaces Address 8930 Bay Colony Drive, No. 404 Salerno at Bay Colony, Naples Developer WCI year built 2000 offered at $1.695 million, furnished
size 2,900 square feet special features Enjoy tropical and sparkling Gulf views from this lovely, spacious end residence. The home offers a private elevator that opens to an expansive living and dining area, three bedrooms, three baths and a family room. It has been beautifully remodeled with
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NEW YEAR, NEW YOU When pondering resolutions each January, willpower can be tested from the practical (exercise more) to the fanciful (throw caution to the wind and take up hang gliding). Falling roughly at the halfway point is our itch to commit to a regimen of whimsical silk hammock yoga. Technically called AntiGravity Aerial Yoga, the method was created a couple of years ago by a former dancer in New York, Christopher Harrison, and the craze has quietly been sweeping fitness studios throughout the country. The spindles and cocoons that dangle from mid-air in Emilie Bromley’s Naples studio (pictured)—the first in Southwest Florida to offer it—leave us imagining we’re on the stage with Cirque du Soleil while getting a terrific workout. We also like its promise to be easy on the joints, and how the upsidedown poses allow for spinal decompression that alleviates back pain. Plus we can’t think of a reason why we wouldn’t want to fly, spin and otherwise be an acrobat for an hour in one of Bromley’s group or private sessions. (239-404-8127)
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Back to Basics
The failproof trick to glowing skin is living well. By Ashley Huntsberry-Lett
We all get ahead of ourselves; iPhones seem to buzz before an email comes in, and speaking of technology, we’re always in a rush to buy the hottest, newest, latest. But with caring for our skin, a return to the simpler things is often the best approach. Reminding us of this is Susan Watts, esthetician and owner of Simply Faces (simplyfacesbeauty.com). She has a refreshingly straightforward philosophy when it comes to achieving radiant skin that starts and ends with the way you live your life, not necessarily what products you slather on your pores (although those do count, which is why she is known around Naples for her gentle treatments that help fragile, medically compromised skin). Here she shares her top 10 tips for anyone to achieve a great complexion. 1. Sleep! Whether it’s a 20-minute nap or a 12-hour slumber, every bit of shut-eye helps your skin repair, heal and nourish itself. 2. Make a point to hydrate. In addition to drinking plenty of water, consider the water content of fruits, veggies, unsweetened juices and green and black teas. 3. Balanced nutrition is essential. If you’re unsure what to grab at the grocery store, a good rule of thumb is that brightly colored foods—such as yellow peppers, blueberries and kale—are high in natural compounds like carotenoids and flavonoids that protect and heal by seeking out damaged cells and releasing enzymes to reverse the effects of aging. 4. Indulge in the za-za-zou. The uplifting combination of endorphins, increased energy, enhanced metabolism, and circulation places lovemaking high on the list of things to improve your skin. 5. Soak up some sun. We have been taught to avoid its rays, but a large portion of the population is actually deficient in vitamin D. Rather than taking artificial supplements, spend 15 minutes basking in its warmth every couple of days to get the job done for free. 6. Be clean! Simple tips such as washing your hands more frequently, avoiding touching your face, changing your pillowcase, and regularly cleansing with organic products containing kind, healing ingredients can prevent irritation. 7. Calm your mind with meditation. In today’s fast-paced world, stress and anxiety take a tremendous toll on our skin, making it look tired, dull and flat. Spend a chunk of each day to decompress and unwind. 8. Get plenty of vitamin C. Research shows it helps with collagen synthesis, which heals scar tissue and develops cartilage. You’ll be covered if you eat right, but it’s also bottled in supplements and serums. 9. Exercise, exercise, exercise. The benefits of physical activity are incredibly important—this is almost a no-brainer but it must be said because people time and again don’t prioritize it. 10. Oxygenize your skin and body. Have a regular facial massage to stimulate O2 content, circulation and optimal cell renewal. Do not smoke! It takes away the oxygen supply from your bloodstream—not to mention the wrinkles it causes and other awful damage there’s not enough space to go into here.
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EXTRA, EXTRA: Learn How to Create Healthy Meals at Home. A little-known secret at The Ritz-Carlton, Naples, is its spa’s stellar restaurant, =H2O+. Offering a slate of good-for-you foods, it will also host themed cooking classes open to the general public (that is, nonguests and nonmembers) beginning January with a rotating cast of chefs from the hotel’s other eateries. Each Wednesday session until April will cost $45, and some recipes covered are more healthful than others, like infused vinegars and preserved lemons—as opposed to handmade pasta and risotto— so call in advance for a full schedule and to reserve a spot (239514-6100). But we like to think learning to cook anything with wholesome and fresh ingredients can’t be too bad for us.
Board Certified Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery Dr. Elizabeth Fox answers frequently asked questions.
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you feel full sooner which will help in curbing your appetite
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The first thing I would do is ask your husband if there is a reason you should be mad at him. After
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I have the procedure. Iíve been trying to lose weight for the last
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Riding High The weather, beautiful scenery and flat-as-a-board terrain combine to attract a throng of riders. Below we report on the bevy of what’s available; find routes and local events appealing to a broad range of athletes year round through the nonprofit Naples Pathways Coalition (naplespathways.org), such as the January 12-13 HITS Triathalon Series (hitstriathalonseries.com).
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Naples is a cycling hot spot, and winter’s the perfect time to saddle up. By Dorothea Hunter SÖnne
n IN TANDEM: Whether a leisurely cruise or intense 25-mph sprint is in your future, Naples Cyclery
(naplescyclery.com) has got you covered. Throwback favorites for rent like four-passenger surreys make exploring the surrounding area a ton of fun, and get race-ready with custom bike fittings, the best models on the market and weekly morning and evening group training sessions. The unofficial post-ride watering hole for hard-core enthusiasts is Fit & Fuel (239-514-3333), two doors down from the shop and run by the same folks. It’s jam-packed in the morning with people relaxing over a cup of joe and organic nibbles. n GEAR UP: On U.S. 41 close to downtown, Bike Route (bikeroutenaples.com) has rentals, equip-
ment (shoes, accessories and gadgets), and in-store workshops on maintenance and repair—plus an encyclopedic resource guide on its website. Trek Bicycle Store (trekbikesflorida.com) in Naples and Estero offers much of the same along with regularly scheduled group rides and its own clinics. n AT YOUR OWN PACE: Have short- or long-term rentals delivered and picked up at your doorstep
by the mobile Bonita Bike & Baby (bonitabikeandbaby.com); if you’re in the heart of Old Naples and fancy a ride, score a two-hour loaner at Extreme Family Fun Spot (extremefamilyfunspot.com).
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Neapolitans race to the streets for fitness now that the mercury has dropped; an army of spandex-clad road warriors frequents Fit & Fuel.
MEET THE DOCTORS Southwest Florida is still growing as a medical community and as a community as a whole. To witness: In 2012, Physicians Regional Healthcare System announced the opening of a new strategic affiliate Complete Women’s Care of Naples (completewomenscareofnaples.com), run by three OB/GYNs (pictured above, from left): Dr. Emily Clements, Dr. Catherine M. Harrington and Dr. Jeannie P. Hilton. As a team, they provide everything from routine well-woman examinations, menopausal counseling and family planning to laparoscopic surgery and adolescent gynecology. The practice has two locations, one south on Collier Boulevard and one north on Vanderbilt Beach Road; together, the offices represent the fifth satellite operation of the Physicians Regional Healthcare System. —A.H.
Appsolutely Fabulous… Cut the wait out of the waiting room. ZocDoc (zocdoc.com) is a free online tool that allows you to find doctors in more than 40 specialties and schedule appointments online through a search engine that takes into account your zip code and insurance plan. Launched by a Floridian five years ago, the website has grown to a network of 1.9 million users in the nation, many of whom rate the docs and post reviews for your read before you click to reserve a time. The latest addition is a check-in feature that lets patients fill out medical forms online in advance of a visit, and the coup de grâce for busy but health-conscious consumers is the reminder email and text message alerts.
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The Harmon-Meek Gallery, celebrating its fiftieth season in Naples, presents “A Show Like Nun Other: Paintings Featuring Nuns by Gallery Artists,” January 2-12. One of the featured pieces, Robert Vickrey’s Muriel’s Grand Pavanne, is shown here and was one of the artist’s last works before his death in 2011. It depicts a nun dancing with one of late pop artist Muriel Castansis’ fiberglass sculptures. (harmonmeekgallery.com)
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JANUARY 2013 PARTY CENTRAL January’s Top Tickets
Attend Incognito and add this mystery painting or another of the event’s 200 commissioned works to your private collection.
n Wishmaker’s Ball (January 11)—Put on your dancing shoes and groove to Motown tunes while raising money for Make a Wish® Southern Florida. A presentation by children receiving help from the foundation drives in why the revelry is important and gives context to your giving. (239-992-9474) n An Evening in Venice, Masquerade Ball (January 18)—Scene queens should not miss this costumed affair that’s sure to dazzle. In support of the David Lawrence Center and held at The Ritz-Carlton, Naples, the yearly fundraiser is known for its breathtaking decor and fun themes. (239-304-3505) n Incognito (January 31)—Mingle, sip cocktails … and walk away with a painting! Benefiting the Patty & Jay Baker Naples Museum of Art, each ticket sold guarantees its owner will go home with one of the 200 submitted original works from artists worldwide. The catch? Signatures and names remain incognito until each person has selected a canvas. (239-254-2776)
ART & MUSEUMS Art Gallery Old Naples 2, Crayton Cove—Beach Expressions and Classical Realism in Pastel, by Karen Stone and Lynne B. Wilcox, through Jan. 31; 239-560-9569.
INSPIRING SPACES Southwest Florida is home to many well-known authors. Literary fans can peek into the creative process of some of these word-crafting personalities at “The Writer’s Domain,” a benefit for First Book-Collier County by Norris Home Furnishings in partnership with Barnes & Noble, Waterside Shops. The furniture emporium’s interior designers will partner with authors to create an interpretation of their favorite writing environs to be exhibited in the Norris showroom. The following writers will attend to sign their most recent books: Karna Small Bodman, Castle Bravo; Ben Bova, Orion & King Arthur; Margaret Cardillo, All About Audrey; Michael Connors, Cuban Elegance; Robin Cook, NANO; Kelle Hampton, Bloom; Barbara King, Be Delicious Now, The Ultimate Fashion Secrets; and James Lilliefors, Viral. The preview and signing will be January 18 at Norris Home Furnishings’ Naples gallery. A donation of $35 benefits First Book-Collier, which provides new books to children in need to help foster literacy. Advance reservations are required. For information, call 239-263-0580. 204 NAPLES ILLUSTRATED
Center for the Arts of Bonita Springs— “Pop Art” with Andy Warhol exhibition, through Jan. 5; Alla Prima, Alla Fun painting class, Jan. 10; Bonita Springs National Art Festival, Jan. 12-13; Annual Members Exhibition, Jan. 26-Feb. 21; Last Thursday Art Walk, Promenade at Bonita Bay, Jan. 31; artcenterbonita.org.
Top to bottom: Robin Cook, Ben Bova, Karna Small Bodman.
Conservancy of Southwest Florida— Nature walks at Tigertail Beach, Marco Island, Clam Pass, Naples, and Briggs Boardwalk at Rookery Bay, visit website for dates; Wildlife Photography Cruise, Jan. 8; Sweet Liberty Sailing Adventure, Fridays beginning Jan. 18; conservancy.org. DeBruyne Fine Art, Naples—Impressionist Oils of Europe, featuring E.J.
Paprocki, Jan. 10-23; Classic Realism and Tromp L’oeil, featuring Jenness Cortez, Jan. 24-Feb. 6; debruynefineart.com. Everglades Society for Historic Preservation—Art in the Glades, exhibit, Jan. 12, McLeod Park, Everglades City; evergladeshistorical.org. Gardner Colby Gallery, Naples—Modern Times, exhibit featuring work by Kevin Sloan, Jan. 31; gardnercolbygallery.com. Guess-Fisher Gallery, Crayton Cove— Miniature Yet Monumental exhibit, through Jan. 12; Art After Dark, art and refreshments with the Galleries of Crayton Cove, Jan. 12; 239-659-2787. Harmon-Meek Gallery, Naples—A Show Like Nun Other: Paintings of Nuns by Gallery Artists, Jan. 2-12; Byron Browne & Balcomb Greene: Paintings & Works from the ’30s and ’40s; Jan. 13-26; Richard Haas: Skyscrapers and Spires, Jan. 27-Feb. 9; harmonmeekgallery.com. Holocaust Museum & Education Center of Southwest Florida, Naples— International Holocaust Remembrance Day, Jan. 27; holocaustmuseumswfl.org.
The annual Empty Bowls event Jan. 26 in Cambier Park will serve up soups provided by local restaurants in handcrafted bowls created by potters, crafters, educators and students to fight hunger in Collier County. The Harry Chapin Food Bank of Southwest Florida is the beneficiary. (emptybowlsnaples.org)
Marco Island Center for the Arts—Second Tuesday Gallery Reception, refreshments, prizes and fine art, Jan. 8; Fine Art & Craft Show, Jan. 10-11; 239-394-4221. Marianne Friedland Gallery, Naples— Small Gems: Images Real & Imagined, contemporary American and Canadian paintings and works, through Jan. 12; 239262-3484. Miromar Outlets, Estero—11th biannual Estero Fine Art Show, Jan. 5-6; hotworks.org. Naples Art Association at the von Liebig Art Center—National Art Encounter 2012-13 and Members’ Gallery All-Media Exhibition, through Jan. 26; Art in the Park, Jan. 5; 17th Annual Down-
town Naples New Year’s Art Fair, Jan. 5-6; naplesart.org. Naples Artcrafters—Fine Art and Craft Show, Jan. 12, Cambier Park; naplesartcrafters.com. Naples Backyard History Old Naples Museum—Veterans’ Portrait Project: A Tribute to Our Military Heroes, 20 paintings by Malenda Trick of local combat war veterans, through Jan. 17; 239-774-2978. Naples Historical Society at Historic Palm Cottage—Tours of Historic Palm Cottage, Tuesdays–Saturdays; walking tours of the Naples Historic District, Jan. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; guided tours of The Norris Gardens, Jan. 3, 17; Garden Side Chickee Chat, Jan. 18; napleshistoricalsociety.org. Patty & Jay Baker Naples Museum of Art—Fletcher Benton: The Artist’s Studio, through Jan. 20; Sight Unseen: International Photography by Blind Artists, through March 24; 239-597-1900. Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve, Naples—Seventh Annual Juried Painting Exhibition, through Jan. 31; Nature Festival, field trips, lectures, eco-adventures, Jan. 18-20; rookerybay.org. Rosen Gallery & Studios, Naples—First Wednesday Underground Art, Jan. 2; 239821-1061.
Naples artist Ran Adler will be featured in The group show ancient ways, opening Jan. 17 at Gardner Colby Gallery. (gardnercolby.com)
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FOOD, WINE & FASHION Bayfront, Naples—Nighttime Farmers Market, Jan. 4, 11, 18, 25; 239-293-9703. Chez Boët, Naples—Cognac Progression and Food Pairing, led by French master distiller Olivier Blanc, founder and proprietor of Leopold Gourmel Cognacs, five different all-natural Cognacs paired with a savory dish, Jan. 23; 239-643-6177. Fifth Avenue South, Naples—Evening on Fifth, shopping, dining and live music, Jan. 10; MLK Jr. Day Parade, Jan. 21; Chalk Art on Fifth, Jan. 26; 239-692-8436. Kathryn’s Collection, Naples—Trunk shows: Ming Wang washable, packable knits, Jan. 14-19; ALGO Sportswear of Switzerland, Jan. 24-26; The Michael Collection, Jan. 31-Feb. 2; 239-434-1885. Marilyn’s Distinctive European Fashions, Naples—Packing for Two Weeks in France, seminar with Marilyn Hellman, Jan. 9; marilynhellman.com. Marissa Collections, Naples—Trunk shows: Boaz Kashi (personal appearance), Jan. 3-4; Rena Lange Spring, Jan. 8-9; Rockhouse with Mattia Cielo and Federica Rettore, Jan. 8-9; Vendorafa Jewelry (personal appearance), Jan. 10-12; Andrea Fohrman Jewelry (personal appearance), Jan. 15-16; Oscar de la Renta Spring, Jan. 17-18; Kara Ross Jewelry (personal appearance), Jan. 17-19; Lucifer vir Honestus (personal appearance), Jan. 22-24; Jordan
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Visit to a Museum, Edgar Degas
Painting Women (organized by the Museum of Fine arts, Boston), Jan. 12-April 21 at The Patty & Jay Baker Naples Museum of Art, explores the role of women in art. (thephil.org) Alexander Jewelry, Jan. 29-30; Yvel Jewelry (personal appearance), Jan. 31-Feb. 1; marissacollections.com.
Unique Boutique, Naples—Gabriel Ofiesh jewelry trunk show, Jan. 17-18; uniqueboutiquejewelry.com.
Mercato, Naples—Saturday Nights Alive, artists, musicians and street performers, Jan. 12; International Holocaust Remembrance Event, Jan. 27; 239-254-1080.
Ziggy Dick’s BBQ Cook-Off & Festival— Fourth annual family-friendly event, music, food, cooking contest, dance exhibition by Etudes de Ballet, organized by the Rotary Club of Naples Bay and Rotary Club of Naples-Collier to benefit both clubs’ projects, Jan. 4-5, Golden Gate Community Center; ziggydicksbbq.com.
Third Street South, Naples—Thursday on Third, shopping, dining, live entertainment, Jan. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; Pets on Third, pet parade and activities, Jan. 20; Farmers market, Saturday mornings, behind Tommy Bahama; 239-434-6533.
MUSIC The Bach Ensemble, Naples—Bach
Festival concert and reception, Jan. 12, First United Methodist Church, Naples; thebachensemble.org.
of Broadway With Douglas Renfroe, Jan. 24, Promenade at Bonita Bay; artcenterbonita.org.
Bayshore Cultural and Performing Arts Center—Erich Kunzel Concert Series, with Anton’s Soiree Chamber Music, Jan. 2, Naples Botanical Garden; Jazz in the Park, featuring Bob Zottola EJB Quintet, Jan. 20, Sugden Regional Park, Naples; 239-454-1454.
Classic Chamber Concerts—Philipp, Friends and More Friends, Jan. 14; Fifth Avenue Chamber Orchestra Strings, Jan. 21, Sugden Community Theatre, Naples; classicchamberconcerts.org.
Cambier Park, Naples—Music Makers Band, Jan. 6; Naples Dixieland Jazz Band, Jan. 13; Naples Jazz Orchestra, Jan. 14, 28; Naples Concert Band, Jan. 20; Gulf Coast Big Band, Jan. 27; 239-597-3240. Center for the Arts Bonita Springs— Live at the Promenade: ’50s Night With The Night Train, Jan. 10; The Music
Freedom Park, Naples—Concert series, Jan. 5; 239-252-4000. Mercato, Naples—Mercato Nights Music Series, Jan. 3; 239-254-1080. Moorings Presbyterian Church, Naples—Hyacinth Series: Piano & Cello, Jan. 20; Andrew Carter’s Benedicite, Chancel Choir, Youth Choir, and Orchestra, Jan. 27; 239-213-5246.
Norris Center, Naples—Neapolitan Opry Cluster Pluckin’, Jan. 12; 239-213-3049. Philharmonic Center for the Arts, Naples—Marvin Hamlisch, Jan. 7-8; Gloria Gaynor and The Village People, Jan. 9; Ultimate Doo-Wop, Jan. 10; Paul Anka, Jan. 11; Mozart & More, Jan. 17-19; Melissa Manchester, Jan. 18-19; Pink Martini, Jan. 20; Harolyn Blackwell, Jan. 25-26; Engelbert Humperdinck, Jan. 25; Natalie Cole, Jan. 26; Lonesome River Band, Jan. 27; the Cleveland Orchestra, Jan. 27; J. Mark McVey, Jan. 29-30; Music of Billy Joel, Jan. 29-31; 239-597-1900.
SPEAKERS & SEMINARS Collier County Audubon Society— “Duck Tales: Behavior & Ecology of Florida Ducks and Ducklings,” with Dr. Jerry Jackson, Jan. 8, FGCU Kapnick Center at
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United Arts Council News
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Collier County’s state-designated Local Arts Agency, the United Arts Council, plans to open Arts-Mart, an information center for the local cultural community in Mission Square West on Pine Ridge Road. Now celebrating its 30-year anniversary, the Council’s new facility, funded by a grant from The Martin Foundation, will serve as a ticket distribution center for local arts organizations, most of which do not have their own facilities. The center will also keep brochures and other materials for the organizations on hand and will display and sell small artworks, such as paintings, jewelry, pottery and photographs. The opening is scheduled for this month. (collierarts.com)
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Florida Gulf Coast University, Fort Myers—Small Business Development Center 14th annual Entrepreneur’s Law School, Jan. 26; sbdc-lawschool.com. Holocaust Museum & Education Center of Southwest Florida—Lunchtime series, “The World Reacts: The Final Solution and Murder in the East,” Jan. 7; 239-263-9200.
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Naples Town Hall Distinguished Speaker Series—Deep-sea archaeologist Bob Ballard, Jan. 8, The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples; naplesdistinguishedspeakers.org. Philharmonic Center for the Arts, Naples—Neil deGrasse Tyson, director of the Hayden Planetarium in New York, Jan. 21; 239-597-1900.
Dermatology Specialists of Naples Ray & Melody Ranelli Animal Eye Doctors Lee & “Boo” Willis Rickie Klein & Lily Bean The Kandel Family Ms. Shirley M. Hulse
Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve—Lunch & Learn Lecture Series, Captivated: Images of Our Wild Gulf Coast, Jan. 2; Amazing Adventures: Faunal Surveys in Southern Vietnam, Jan. 11; 239-417-6310.
SPECIAL EVENTS 15 Saint Ann School Foundation, Saks Fifth Avenue Fashion Show featuring the Carolina Herrera Spring 2013 collection, Philharmonic Center for the Arts, Naples; 239-262-4110.
Shelter Animal Sponsors Trail Cafe & Grill Mrs. George Sutherlin Talis Park Sequin Other Corporate Sponsors The Wigglebutt Inn Naples Botanical Garden SW FL Veterinary Specialists LTCi Marketplace
15 Jewish Family & Community Services of Southwest Florida, “Planting Seeds for Better Tomorrows,” garden tour, hors d’oeuvres, cocktails and talk by author Carol Weisman, Naples Botanical Garden; 239-325-4444. 16 Guadalupe Center, “A Taste of Brasil,” carnival-themed live entertainment, costumes and cuisine, Naples Botanical Garden; 239-657-7711. 18 Center for the Arts Bonita Springs, Off the Walls! cocktail reception and signature fundraiser for youth scholarships, every ticket holder is entered in a drawing and receives a work of art, Center for the Arts, Bonita Springs; artcenterbonita.org. 19 Seacrest Country Day School, Gala for Treasures, fine dining, dancing, silent and one-of-a-kind live auctions, The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples; 239-793-1986. 23 Naples Woman’s Club, Kitchen Tour, visit Port Royal homes, chef demos, food tasting, boutique shopping, entertainment and dessert at the NWC clubhouse, proceeds benefit Baby Basics, Naples Historical Society and other philanthropic projects; 239-262-6331.
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Southwest Florida’s Most Trusted Hurricane Protection Team Trudy Labell Fine Art, Naples, is showing Glass vessels and sculptures by nationally renowned artists through Jan. 31. (trudylabellfineart.com)
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25 Marco Island Center for the Arts, Black & White Gala, “The Art of Music and the Music of Art,” for the Arts Center and the Friends of the Bach Ensemble, dinner, auctions, entertainment, art and music and dancing, the Hilton Resort & Spa Marco Island; marcoislandart.org. 25–27 Naples Children & Education Foundation, Naples Winter Wine Festival, “When Stars Align,” Meet the Kids Day, vintner dinners, auction, party and Sunday brunch, The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples; napleswinefestival.com. 26–27 Eden Autism Services, Naples Invitational Art Fest, top-ranked art show with fine art and crafts, “Art for Autism” silent auction, Fleischmann Park; 239-9924680. 30 Youth Haven, Home~Hope~Healing Luncheon, featuring Erik Weihenmayer, world-class blind adventurer, The RitzCarlton Golf Resort, Naples; 239-774-2904.
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Tradition Golf Tournament, followed by a cocktail reception, benefits Youth Haven, Wyndemere Country Club, Naples; 239-687-5155.
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19 Harry Chapin Food Bank of Southwest Florida, WINK News Feeds Families Hunger Walk, Miromar Outlets, Estero; harrychapinfoodbank.org.
Marco Players Theater, Marco Island— The 39 Steps, Jan. 9-27; Lunch Box Series: The Mind Must Be Convinced–Ida Tarbell, Jan. 12; 239-642-7270.
26 Humane Society Naples, Seventh Annual Run for the Paws 5K Walk/ Run, Naples Municipal Airport; runfor thepaws.com.
Naples Players—Barefoot in the Park, Jan. 9-Feb. 2; Ghost Writer, Jan. 30-Feb. 23; Sugden Community Theatre; 239-263-7990.
Gulfshore Playhouse, Naples—I Am My Own Wife, Jan. 18-Feb. 3; gulfshoreplay house.org.
27 Moe’s Bike Brunch/CAN Walk, rides of 10, 20, 30, 62 or 100 miles, a walk, silent auction, food from Moe’s Southwest Grill on the beach, benefits Cancer Alliance of Naples, Lowdermilk Park, Naples; naplespathways.org.
Norris Center, Naples—Comedian Brad Upton, Jan. 11; 239-213-3049. Philharmonic Center for the Arts, Naples—Sister Act, Jan. 1-6; Forbidden Broadway, Jan. 8-11; Whoopi Goldberg, Jan. 12; The Joffrey Ballet, Jan. 15; Improvised
Shakespeare Company, Jan. 20; Miami City Ballet, Jan. 22-23; Selected Shorts, Jill Eikenberry & Michael Tucker, Jan. 28; 239-597-1900. Shakespeare in Paradise—The Taming of the Shrew, modern interpretation starring husband and wife John and Mary Anne McKerrow, sponsored by Physicians Regional Healthcare System, Jan. 17-26, Collier County Library, Central Avenue, Naples; sipnaples.org. TheatreZone, Naples—Grand Hotel: The Musical, Jan. 10-13, 17-20, G&L Theater, Community School of Naples; 888-966-3352.
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Make-A-Wish® Southern Florida What: Saying “Cheers” meant helping make dreams come true for local children. Tony Marino of Regency Transportation and Jenny Foegen of the Naples Princess were celebrity bartenders for the night, serving up drinks to raise funds for the organization. Venue: Café Luna 1. Ed Barsamian, Shannon Radosti 2. Tony Marino, Jenny Foegen 3. Alison Whalen, Dylan Sanders, Joe Tornincaso, Kerry Geroy 4. John Schrenkel, Heather Call 5. Rocky Patel, Lisa Anastasia Reisman 6. Lesley and Robert Colantonio 7. Nadia Barsamian, Stephen Fleischer, Ed Barsamian, Karen Ramer
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Cancer Alliance of Naples What: The Some Enchanted Evening Bachelor Auction included cocktails, music, food, handsome men and an appearance by Jason Resmini of The Bachelorette TV show. Venue: Hilton Naples
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What: The annual Key to the Cure charity shopping weekend kick-off featured drinks by Blue Martini, hors d’oeuvres, live entertainment and fashions modeled by breast cancer survivors. Venue: Saks Fifth Avenue, Naples 1. Mimi Scofield, Krista Fogelsong, Sandi Cauliflower 2. Marie Jackson, Kent and Dellene Hasen 3. Justin and Allison Warner 4. Gerry Woosnam, Sandy Glowaz, Pat Rubertone, Carol McConway 5. Linda Sciuto, Kellie Jacoby, Donna Sciuto 6. Mariana Maya, Nelly Maya, Nancy Ariansen 7. Donna Sciuto, Linda Sciuto, Lizanna Angeli, Michelle Thurston, Beth Foss
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PREMIERE ONCOLOGY What: An open house celebrated the group’s new state-of-the-art facility. Venue: Premiere Oncology’s Cancer Center in Naples 1. Bill and Rosemary Figlesthaler, William Figlesthaler, Graecia Palomares 2. Kim AzarAnderson, Ashley Smith 3. Mark Couch, Susan Watts 4. Iggy Low, Yael Horn 5. Cerise Pierce, Natalie Burnsid 6. Ron Carneiro, Paul Mitchell 7. Earl and Wendy Gurevitch, Sam Tunkle
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SPRUCE HOME & GARDEN What: The store toasted the grand opening of its first boutique in Florida with a cocktail party. Venue: Spruce Home & Garden on Third Street South 1. Diane Morris, Erin Peachin 2. Steven Wilburn, Joanne Walsh 3. Sukie Honeycutt, Kaleigh Grover 4. Dora Brandman, Lawrence De Maria, Ron Brandman, Francesca Brown 5. Kim Mack 6. Gary Boigon, Patricia De Maria 7. Alanna Jaron, Amanda Jaron, Willem Jaron
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VALUABLE LESSONS By Christina Wells
Walter and Rosemary Blankley feel the best gift you can give a community is fostering the education of its youth. “Our focus is always on education,” says Walter, former CEO of Ametek Inc., as he believes education is key to solving the problems our society faces. The Blankleys have made generous contributions to their alma maters, Princeton and Arcadia universities, respectively. They are accomplished in academics and athletics,
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GIVING BACK
I remember the people who helped make my education possible. Perhaps that is why giving back is so important now.
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and both attended college with the help of scholarships. “I remember the people who helped make my education possible,” Rosemary says. “Perhaps that is why giving back is so important now.” Rosemary has remained committed to her school, serving for 17 years as national chair for the Arcadia Annual Fund and for 12 years as a board trustee. The Blankley Family Charitable Foundation has gifted more than $1.5 million to the institution, which was used to finance construction of the Blankley Field Hockey Field. The university also named the alumni relations office Blankley Alumni House in the couple’s honor. Walter and Rosemary are engaged in developing a special relationship between Arcadia and Immokalee’s Guadalupe Center. Last September, three high-achieving graduates of the center’s Tutor Corps entered the university as the first Walter E. Blankley Scholars. The students were awarded $500,000 for tuition, room, board, fees and two round-trip airline tickets home. “Rosemary and I visited the kids in October, and they were doing very well,” says Walter, who serves as secretary on the nonprofit’s board of trustees. The Everglades Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals named the Blankleys its 2012 Philanthropists of the Year for their innovative work with the Immokalee group. “Rosemary and I want to make a meaningWalter. “It is a pleasure to be in the position to give back.” u
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ful presence with our time and money,” says