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DECEMBER 2012 FEATURES 68 Night Vision As you navigate the social scene, look no further than these bold evening gowns and cocktail dresses that are party perfect.

Photography by Navid

76 Holiday Jackpot Four luxe Las Vegas hotels roll out festivities to delight the most discerning visitors, from spectacular shows to elaborate gourmet dinners.

By Robert Ragaini

80 Puppy Love Kirsten Ferrara and Al Rupp whimsically combine a birthday bash for a top dog and an opulent Christmas party for their friends.

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84 Shining Sea Diamond-, emerald- and sapphire-festooned statement gems fashioned after nautical creatures make the ultimate presents.

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90 For Opa and Oma Inspired by childhood Christmases with her grandparents, Cheryl Newberry crafts a holiday dreamscape in her Quail West house.

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TASTE 53 Dish Handsome Harry’s signature lobster salad 54 Local Flavor

Dining news 56 Spirits Toast the season with bubbly from Champagne’s small producers

PURSUITS 61 First Class Cruise to adventure aboard megayacht Orion

66 High Road Aston Martin revives the Vanquish for its new flagship

BALANCE 125 Lychee Keen An exotic superfruit that makes holiday splurges easier to swallow, plus the latest on living well

AGENDA 131 Culture Photographic works by visually impaired artists at the Patty & Jay Baker Naples Museum of Art 132 Calendar

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SPIRIT OF GIVING he holiday season absolutely is my favorite time of the year. I love the spirit and energy of it, the memories it leaves us with, the lights, the festive clothes, the food, the gathering of friends and family, and, most of all, the satisfaction of giving.

I confess, however, I am not so good at receiving. There are people with whom I’ve been exchanging gifts for decades and, I’m starting to realize, I make it pretty tough on them. I much prefer to think about how I can do something nice for them, and I usually ignore the gentle hints, prodding and questions about what they could do for me. I’ve always been sincere about my priorities—being with the people I love and feeling the warmth of the season in everyone’s merry mood.

Opening a package, however lovely, simply has never been that important.

I suspect many of you are just like me in that regard.

You don’t let people know if you’re still passionate about string quartets or if your taste has moved to bluegrass banjo. Some of us can afford to take a group to Aspen or Big Sky for a week, which makes us feel great—yet we can’t bring ourselves to give a hint about color to someone who might be knitting us a sweater.

The truth is, the joy of giving goes both ways. So this year, I’ve resolved to listen better and pick up on those signals. While I fully embrace the teaching that it’s better to give than to receive, and vitally important for those of us with the means to be philanthropic, there is an exception that proves the rule.

Allowing others the opportunity to share in the spirit of giving by being truly willing to receive is among the best gifts we can give.

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n If I were staying here, I’d take a cue from designers Rufino Hernandez and Jessica James and deck out my lawn for an unforgettable Christmas dinner (page 44).

n Every year the kid in me looks forward to the life-size gingerbread house at the Ritz-Carlton, Naples. Good thing I’ll be there for the Humane Society’s tea on December 6 (page 132) that i'm helping plan.

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ear after year when December rolls around, the radio never fails to remind us there’s no place like home for the holidays.

With no disrespect to the late, great chanteuse Karen Carpenter, I have to disagree.

Sure, I adore Naples, and I love where I grew up, particularly at this time of year: There’s an undeniable magic to sipping cocoa and curling up in front of the fireplace while watching snow fall on cedars and deer roam past.

But there’s also magic to the excitement of trying something new.

My husband and I travel like it’s no one’s business. We always have and probably will continue to, even once little ones start making their way into our lives. With our hectic work schedules and the fact that our families live in polar opposite parts of the world (mine in New York, his in Buenos Aires), we’ve come to embrace holiday travel as a perfect way to blend a long vacation with quality family time. So come the 22nd, we’re all off to Paris—the two of us, his mom, my parents, my dad’s sister and her husband—and we’re meeting a few friends there. We can’t wait to stroll the charming Christmas markets, get a taste of authentic bûche de Noël and revel in the City of Light’s festive cheer, including a ride up the sparkling Tour Eiffel.

Channeling that same spirit is “Holiday Jackpot” on page 76. I was surprised to learn that Las Vegas, especially the Venetian hotel, becomes a winter wonderland complete with a synthetic outdoor ice-skating rink. This realization already put the gears in my head in motion for next year. And speaking of ice, our scintillating collection of jewelry (“Shining Sea,” page 84) is sure to dazzle. Who says wish lists are just for kids?

There is more to covet, from stocking stuffers like Aerin Lauder’s new makeup line (page 40) to a car we hope to find on our driveway wrapped in a giant red bow (page 66), sprinkled throughout our pages as we celebrate the season of giving.

But the greatest gift of all—no matter if you’re lounging in your Naples backyard, on a weeklong vacation at the Edgewater Beach Hotel or reading this on a plane far, far away from the Paradise Coast—is the gift of being with people you care about, and I wish that for each of you.

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Collier Building Industry Association What: The Collier Building Industry Association (CBIA) held a gala to honor the winners of its 22nd Annual Sand Dollar Awards, presented each year to member builders, developers, architects, remodelers, interior design firms and landscape architects, as well as trades, marketing, sales and advertising professionals, who have demonstrated building, design and marketing excellence.

Venue: Waldorf Astoria Naples A Naples Illustrated-sponsored event 1. Jim and Robyn Bonaquist, Tim and Karen Hancock 2. Claudine Léger-Wetzel, Terrilyn VanGorder, Charlie Miller, Debbie DeMaria, Jessica Schneider, Robyn Bonaquist, Stephanie Stakely 3. Jenny Malone, John Wiseman 4. Gayla Lees, Laura Johnston, Bob Imig 5. Russell Budd, Cali and Mitch Clardy, John Buehler 6. Tom Lykos, Stephanie Henley, Troy Beasley

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style trends WORLD TOUR Free-spirited jet-setters inform the gypset look.

By Katherine Lande

Inspired by leisure travel to exotic lands and Julia Chaplin’s second book, Gypset Travel ($45, Assouline), released in November, the gypset (gypsy meets jet-set) look is big in the resort and spring collections. This Alexander McQueen crystal-embellished knucklebox clutch ($2,795, Marissa Collections, Naples) embodies the spirit. Explore more plays on the theme on page 36.

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trends bead ON Metal and orange, smoky gray and green resin necklace ($1,890), Gucci, Naples

FRINGE APPEAL Raffia tote, Dolce & Gabbana, dolcegabbana.com

Gypset fashion is about individualism with a boho twist. tribal chic Lulu Frost Calypso necklace ($545), Intermix, intermixonline.com

slide right in Zigzag sandal ($775), Sergio Rossi, Saks Fifth Avenue, Naples

TORy BURCH

time to fly Maya handwoven watch ($168), Toy Watch, toy watchusa.com

just for hue Multicolored heels ($1,295), Brian Atwood, brianatwood.com

MARC JACOBS

EMILIO PUCCI

Well Spun Wayuu woven bucket bag ($140), shoptalitha.com

Dream weaver Straw tote bag ($395), Tory Burch, Naples

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From Naples to Mustique, the heavenly aroma of oceanic breezes and tropical flowers is balm for the soul. Some of our favorite bath and body elixirs for re-creating beach bliss at home as the mercury dips are: Taylor Owen Natural Seaweed Toner with minerals ($45, taylorowenandco.com); Paris-Bahamas Dream Island eau de toilette, redolent of ocean mist with a hint of pineapple ($52, beautyhabit.com); Pacifica Brazilian Mango Grapefruit roll-on perfume for a portable bit of the islands ($13, Ulta); Finn & Co. Black Sand lotion with warm, exotic nuances ($48, gbsbeauty.com); and Molton Brown Polynesian Kopara AntiAging Body Crème ($89, Saks Fifth Avenue).

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I am inspired by my everyday life. Flowers, which make me smile, travel, art, the beach, fashion, fabric, even my children’s toys. Anything I find interesting helps to inspire me.

You have used the word “simplicity”

A NEW DYNASTY

in describing your products. Can you speak to that?

As founder and creative director of the AERIN beauty line she launched this fall, Aerin Lauder, 42, the glamorous granddaughter of the late cosmetics dynamo Estée Lauder, learned her business through 20 years of serving in product development, advertising and creative services at the family’s New York headquarters. Retaining the title of creative consultant as well as style and image director for Estée Lauder, she is selling her AERIN collection alongside the flagship brand. (In Naples, you can find them both at Saks Fifth Avenue.) Lauder talks to NI about work, her personal life and how she stays looking great. —Linda Marx

I believe you don’t need dozens of products or a complicated beauty routine to look beautiful. Like most women, I only have a limited amount of time to devote to getting ready, but I also want to look my best. My AERIN line takes the same approach to beauty.

Of the products you’ve developed, do you have a favorite?

I love the AERIN Pretty Bronze Illuminating Powder. It is one of my secret weapons to looking pulled together.

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Tell us something about your fun NI: Why did you decide to start your

family time.

own company?

I like to spend time with my husband [Eric

LAUDER: I am fortunate to have learned

Zinterhofer] and our children, either in

so much from a lifetime in beauty. I have

New York City or on Long Island. With two

taken those lessons and reinterpreted

young boys, my leisure time is very sporty.

them, pursuing my own vision from my own perspective.

What secrets did you learn from your grandmother Estée about running a

The AERIN collection includes compact makeup, like her go-to bronze powder (top right), and a range of skin-care essentials.

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What is your creative concept and

beauty empire?

inspiration behind AERIN?

My grandmother always said, “You only

The line is all about effortless beauty. I

have one face; take care of it.” In terms

know how important beauty is in a wom-

of work, her secrets were: “Whatever you

an’s life and also how hard it can be

do, do it well,” and, “Work hard and love

sometimes to look beautiful and stylish.

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Gold symbolizes vitality, health, wisdom and clarity, making it the perfect metal to wear on December 31.

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All That Glitters Ring in the New Year with a midas touch.

BY MARY GIBBLE

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1. Tassel Chic Embrace a dramatic silhouette with these Ca & Lou Iriana Swarovski crystal fringe earrings ($425) in 24-karat gold-plated brass. Saks Fifth Avenue, Naples (239-592-5900; saksfifthavenue.com) 2. Siren’s Call Get noticed when sporting 18-karat rose gold bracelets scaled with diamonds ($39,600 each) from the Pomellato Siren Collection. Saks Fifth Avenue, Naples (239-592-5900; saksfifthavenue.com) 3. It’s a Wrap Subtle sheen from a 14-karat gold ring ($655) by Lana Jewelry complements any New Year’s ensemble. Neiman Marcus (888-888-4757; neimanmarcus.com) 4. Swirled to please The Roberto Coin Mauresque necklace ($2,100) features 18-karat gold scrolls dotted with diamonds. Provident Jewelry, Naples (239-6497200; providentjewelry.com) 5. MOUCHARABIEH Moroccan influences inject loads of character into Paloma Picasso’s 18-karat gold Marrakesh wrist ornament ($7,000). Tiffany & Co., Naples (239-592-6188; tiffany.com) 6. Cascading Cheer Add some pizzazz to your party outfit with 18-karat gold chandelier earrings ($1,410) by Irene Neuwirth. Marissa Collections, Naples (239-2634333; marissacollections.com) 7. Ball Drop Count down to midnight wearing this Vendorafa cuff ($18,231) accented by a round-cut brown diamond pavé sphere. Marissa Collections, Naples (239-263-4333; marissacollections.com) u

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A shore PrEttY holiday

VANESSA ROGERS

Creating a feast to remember—one exclusively for NI readers—designers and event planners Rufino Hernandez and Jessica James of Naples’ Garden District (239-434-6700) drew from our natural surroundings in taking a novel approach to a traditional dinner party set-up. Alpine trees of varying heights are flanked by three small round tables and anchored with a “tree skirt” of fresh hydrangea blooms.

Whimsical seaside elements like painted starfish and hand-blown glass sea horse ornaments adorn the yuletide-inspired centerpiece, plus silver-plated phalaenopsis orchids “add shimmer and just the right amount of sparkle,” Hernandez says.

Finishing touches pull the look together and include shell-shaped plates, strands of pearls and colorful candlesticks for a merry beachside gathering.

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finds

It Takes The Village The kaleidoscope of unique stores and dining venues that comprise The Village on Venetian Bay (venetianvillage.com), a shopping mecca along Gulf Shore Boulevard North bisected

by Park Shore Drive, is a one-stop destination for retail indulgence and revelry.

Always a fun place to spend an afternoon or evening, the enclave is especially enticing with December’s glittering lights, grand tree and special happenings, including photos with Santa. —Kat Smith

Dress for a Fest

Look Sharp, Chaps Arda Boyar’s store Mondo Uomo (239-434-9484), selling men’s clothes and accessories since 1992, recently expanded to an airy 2,800 square feet. Boyar’s picks are practical yet luxurious (from Brioni suits to Robert Graham shirts to Donald J. Pliner shoes) and geared to modern tastes. Present perfect: a Bugatchi wheeled overnighter that converts to a backpack with a built-in computer bag.

Home for the holidays Pick up posh goods and objets d’art for the house and seasonal treasures such as Christopher Radko ornaments at FabecYoung & Co. (239-649-5501). We adore the imported linens, napkin rings and other decorative wares at Rose de Paris & Provence (239430-0155). New on the scene, Bay 170 (239-596-3299) offers fabulous items selected by interior designer Patricia Crawford. Gifting made easy: Bay 170 is packaging items in prewrapped boxes for speed shoppers.

It also sells Notta Cupcake (nottacupcake​ .com), a kit (above) created by a young local entrepreneur, with ingredients packed with a mug to bake your own cake in the microwave.

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Wildflower (239-643-6776) has been outfitting Naples residents and visitors for more than 25 years. For the season, owner Connie Sims is featuring beautiful Marisa Baratelli blouses and bustiers. On December 11, Cheryl Lampard, founder of Style Matters InternaMarisa Baratelli top

Put on Ice Nothing wows like diamonds. Show your love for someone who has been extra nice this year with stunning insideoutside hoops with 2.13 carats of cool gems from Wm. Phelps Custom Jeweler (239-4342233).

tional, and Local Jewelry Designer Aimee Fritz will help create holiday looks that will complement your coloring, shape, lifestyle and individual expression.

We’re also loving Angela Wilson’s

vibrant Lux Boutique (239-263-2557), with fresh clothing and accessories.

“I carry lines you won’t see all over town,” Wilson says. It’s the only area store that has Hale Bob, a celebrityfavored collection. Stocking stuffers: a rainbow of beaded scarves and jewelry there by Akola, a project that trains and hires women in Uganda.

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q&a

charisma

A Friend Indeed

Since his cinematic debut in a Golden Globe-nominated role in the 1978 film King of the Gypsies, Eric Roberts has had a prolific career in movies, TV and theater. The actor, who served as Grand Marshal of NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) Collier County’s annual walk in March, and his wife, Eliza, return to Naples December 7. Roberts, who has publicly addressed the effects of his attention deficit disorder, will speak at NAMI’s Celebration of Friends luncheon at the Hilton Naples. A strong advocate of early mental health intervention for children, Roberts is very impressed with NAMI’s HUGS outreach program, which in partnership with the Naples Children & Education Foundation screens more than 1,000 youngsters annually to address prevention and early identification of mental health problems. —Kat Smith n You’ve done it all: film, stage, television—which is your preferred medium?

I’m glad that we actors can work in all sorts of media nowadays. I love feature films. I love sitcoms and dramatic TV. I like theater and music videos, too. And commercials! n What are you most proud of?

I’ve had some fans make videos that cause me to look at my work with far more appreciation. My dearest accomplishments are our kids, however: Emma Roberts [an actress], [singer/songwriter] Keaton Simons and Morgan Simons [a chef]. I love keeping up with their activities. n Do you have any talents few people know about that you are willing to share?

That’s funny! I’m a very strong swimmer. I can sing a little. I feel I communicate with animals pretty well. n Anything else you would like to add?

I’d love everyone to check out naturalchild.org [a parenting website]—once they do, they’ll see why! Also, I can’t thank NAMI enough for having me.

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cameos

AGENT OF CHANGE The Fifth Avenue South Business Improvement District (BID)’s first executive director, Lise Sundrla, knows more than a thing or two when it comes to revitalizing the heart and soul of communities. After arriving in 2011, she gave the BID the jumpstart it needed. In just over a year, the avenue has seen myriad develop-

ARTFUL APPOINTMENT Sundrla worked with Fifth Avenue South businesses, residents and leaders to launch a campaign dedicated to promoting and further refining downtown Naples.

Elaine Reed, executive director of the Naples Historical Society, is now the chair for the 20122013 Collier County Arts Forum. She believes supporting the arts is an aesthetic pursuit and a financially smart one. She points out that the United Arts Council (which coordinates the group), has found cultural tourists spend 38 percent more than other visitors and stay longer. The forum

Avenue South magazine, an enhanced market-

brings together local arts and cultural nonprofits,

ing program and plans for ongoing beautification

and Reed has big goals. “It is essential that these

of the area. Sundrla is grateful for citizens’ help

leaders understand each other’s collective talent

in the BID efforts. “It is a heartwarming feel-

and product offerings,” she says. “Support for

ing seeing how many people are willing to get

each other through the notion of civic responsibil-

involved,” she says. —Ashley Huntsberry-Lett

ity is my theme for the forthcoming year.” —C.W.

Purple Sky Photography

ments, including 38 new events, an annual 5th

RIDING HIGH Lea Haven is all about horses—and helping others. A teacher at Naples Equestrian Challenge (NEC), Haven is a certified therapeutic riding instructor. Over the past 10 years, she has worked with hundreds of equine enthusiasts with special needs. In addition to weekly lessons for NEC’s youth participants, Haven has assisted in programs with children and adults including Eden Haven says Every day she leaves her job inspired by the progress the children have made through the NEC's programs.

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Autism Services and Lighthouse of Collier Inc. She has worked at NEC’s summer camps as well. Next up: earning advanced and master therapeutic riding instructor certifications. “At first I just wanted to work with the horses, but I fell in love with the kids,” Haven says. —Christina Wells

as chair for the Collier County Arts Forum, Reed says, “I am honored to be a part of the engine that influences greater economic vitality and appreciation for the arts."

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salad days

When out-of-towners visit this season—and they will, in droves—treat them to a sunny seafood salad. The signature plate at Handsome Harry’s Third Street Bistro (239-434-6400) blends rich, chilled Maine lobster meat with its secret dressing, and perches the mixture invitingly atop a bed of crisp greens, sliced avocado and fresh mango finished with lemon chive aioli.

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Trending: Pepper Jelly A Ho-Ho-Holiday Entertaining Secret

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We know USS Nemo (239-261-6366; ussnem​o restaurant.com) is one of the most dependable places for top-notch seafood, and a recent trip netted us an intro to the tongue-tingling sensation that is pepper jelly. From retro typewriter-printed menus at chic boîtes in New York City to grocery store shelves in the Midwest, spicy jams concocted with crushed chilis and tempered by a touch of sweetness are on fire. Chef Nicolas Mercier, owner of USS Nemo, added pepper-jelly crispy calamari to his repertoire a year ago, and it is a best-seller. “We pride ourselves on making things from scratch, and that includes the jelly. We mix rice vinegar, shishito and red pepper, jalapeños and sugar, and then we add a little sriracha, fresh garlic, and cook it down,” he says. Mix in the milk-tenderized, lightly fried squid with slivers of red onion, olives, seaweed and feta, and voilà, a winning dish.

If you fancy trying your own spin, Jacquie’s Jamming (239-514-0087; jac​quiesjamming.com) sells both red and green jalapeño pepper jellies online and at Ms. Jacquie’s Trade Center outpost. She, too, makes everything from scratch.

For an easy and crowd-pleasing party hit, top crackers with Brie and a scoop of the bright paste; sprinkle on crushed red pepper for an extra kick. She also says the sauces are great for braising chicken and leg of lamb.

Still craving dinner party fodder? Stonewall Kitchen (stonewallkitchen. com), a national brand with artisanal roots that’s sold locally at Wynn’s Market (wynnsonline.com) and Swan River Seafood (swanriverseafood.com), has a popular red pepper jelly, along with newer flavors like hot pepper peach jam.

Check out its website for zesty recipes that incorporate the spreadables in creative, tasty ways for hors d’oeuvres, BBQs and elaborate feasts.

the making, was about to slice through its ribbon cutting. Stay tuned for a complete report next month.

Deck the Halls with Boxes of Chocolate Instead of sugarplum fairies dancing in our heads, we’ve caught ourselves dreaming of sea-salt caramel truffles and other haute confections from Royal Palm Chocolates (239-325-8300; royalpalmchocolate​ .com). By December, not only is owner Philip Fincher expanding his operations to a 4,200-square-foot retail space off Old 41, but he also will have unveiled seven

Quick Bite Rooms with views are the talk of town, and a very private one just opened up. The Marco Island Yacht Club (239-394-0199; marco​ islandyachtclub.net), a members-only spot, is now offering a Harbor Room Dining Membership for $150 per year. The spacious bi-level quarters with a wraparound veranda and breathtaking views of the Marco River and the Ten Thousand Islands provide delectable eye candy and eats for your guests—or yourself.

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new flavors of premium ganache-filled bites for season: boysenberry, Cointreau, French silk, lemon tart, mango white pepper, orange passion, and strawberries and Champagne. Connoisseurs will relish a trip to the new locale to see chefs working in an open kitchen, and we expect to find shoppers stocking up on gift boxes, hot cocoa and special Santa-shaped chocolates. Foodies, you better make your lists and check them twice!

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Tiny Bubbles Toast the season with fizzy and delicious champers bottled by the leading class of small producers.

By Mark Spivak

VIVE L’INDÉPENDANCE! Champagnes from growers like Tarlant, LarmandierBernier and Philipponnat are worth seeking out.

Many American consumers tend to associate Champagne with large commercial brands, and no wonder.

Those companies spend a great deal of money on marketing and promotion to create that linkage. In reality there are nearly 20,000 growers in the Champagne region who control close to 90 percent of the land, and 5,000 of those farmers are now bottling their own sparkling wines.

“Grower Champagne” is a fairly recent phenomenon, but the trend is expanding. Winemaking facilities are expensive, and many growers simply can’t afford them. Some rely on cooperatives to get their product into bottles. The situation is analogous to Burgundy, where many small landowners have stopped selling their grapes to négociants (French merchants who 56 NAPLES ILLUSTRATED

purchase grapes, juice or bulk wine from small farmers, then produce, bottle and market on a larger scale) and are now putting out their own labels. The relative obscurity of grower Champagne in the United States is also a result of the French keeping much of it for themselves—virtually half the bubbly consumed in France comes from small producers.

Some grower Champagnes neatly span the gulf between cult and brand. A good example is Drappier, which has owned vineyards since

the early nineteenth century. Perhaps a better case is Philipponnat, a house with roots dating back to 1522, which distributes its sparklers in more than 50 countries. Its Royale Réserve ($50) is rich and full-bodied, a good introduction to the Philipponnat style. For a truly dazzling experience, try the 2002 tête de cuvee, Clos de Goisses ($200).

Composed of 70 percent Pinot Noir and 30 percent Chardonnay from a tiny, low-yielding vineyard, it is one of the world’s great Champagnes.

Among connoisseurs, Tarlant is known as one of the best sources for this category of Champagne. The family has owned land in the Marne Valley since 1687; Jean-Mary Tarlant and his son Benoît, representing the twelfth generation of the house, oversee the vineyard and cellar work, respectively. I sometimes refer

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One of the best-known labels in this category is Egly-Ouriet, and its NV Brut Tradition Grand Cru ($85) is well worth trying.

Produced by Francis Egly from 70 percent Pinot Noir and 30 percent Chardonnay as well, the grapes are sourced from a 20-acre grand cru vineyard in Ambonnay. It reveals surprising depth paired with a style that is fresh, racy and elegant.

Other noteworthy wines are made by Guy Charlemagne, owner of 37 acres in the Chardonnay-dominated Côte des Blancs (NV Reserve Brut Blanc de Blancs, $50); Larmandier-Bernier, producing natural wines by biodynamic methods (Tradition Premier Cru Extra Brut, $50); Diebolt-

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Vallois, also located in the Côte des Blancs (NV Blanc de Blancs, $45); Marc Hébrart, whose 35 acres are spread over an amazing 65 different vineyard sites in the Marne (Selection Premier Cru Brut, $55).

How to identify a grower Champagne?

Look toward the bottom of the label, where you’ll find a pair of initials and a number. If the initials before the number are NM (Négociant-Manipulant), the Champagne was made by a large house that may own some vineyards, but buys most of its grapes from growers. If you see CM

Guy Charlemagne Cuvée Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs (above); the Diebolt-Vallois cellar (above left).

(Coopérative-Manipulant) or RC (RécoltantCoopérateur), it means that the grapes have likely come from a small grower but the wine was made by a cooperative. The letters RM (Récoltant-Manipulant) signifies a true grower Champagne.

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First Class SAIL on With Orion, the thrill of discovery meets the trappings of haute cruising.

By Robert Ragaini

The next best thing to owning a megayacht is luxuriating aboard someone else’s. In 2004, Australian Sarina Bratton launched Orion, a 337-foot ship outfitted with 53 cabins, to provide daring sybarites with five-star comfort.

Her itineraries around the Asia-Pacific region are known for having an adventurous bent, channeling the spirit of the ship’s namesake mythological hunter. But what sets Orion Expedition Cruises apart is her conviction that affluent travelers want more than trekking remote corners of tribal Papua New Guinea and penguin-viewing in Antarctica. Bratton believes her passengers deserve fine wines and gourmet cuisine, a full slate of spa treatments,

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Counterclockwise from top right: The Constellation Restaurant; Orion’s stern; the bedroom of a Balcony Suite; cuisine by chef Serge Dansereau; a glass elevator in the atrium reception area.

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boutique hotel-style accommodations and smart service. “A cruise with Orion is like a luxury safari on the high seas,” she says.

One of the most memorable trips on Orion is a journey around the Kimberley region on the northwestern coast of Australia. As part of the trip, numerous options for spine-tingling exploits by Zodiac rubber watercraft or helicopter—and on foot—are offered.

Fancy a flight over otherworldly gorges and the massive, beehiveshaped orange and black domes of the Bungle Bungle range? Or a visit to mountain plateaus and crocodile habitats? These are on the menu. Another tantalizing choice is a shore excursion on which passengers are led to an idyllic watering hole where refreshments and music await.

On a sightseeing trip to Montgomery Reef and Raft Point, a rocky path leads visitors to a gallery of Aboriginal art. An Orion marine biologist is on hand to explain its significance. In stark contrast, another excursion gets guests white-knuckle close to a roaring waterfall while floating on a rubber raft. Any hint of trepidation is wiped out by the exhilaration of the adventure.

When not out and about on a heart-thumping escapade, the grandeur of the Orion pampers to the max. The atmosphere aboard the ship is intoxicatingly rich: Carefully chosen works of art complement the fine wood and thick carpet of the reception area, and a glass elevator graces a vessel-high atrium. The light and airy feeling belies the ship’s reinforced steel makeup, safe enough to maneuver through choppy tropical waters and brave the ice-filled Southern Ocean.

At 345 square feet, the four Owner Suites are Orion’s largest.

Amenities expected in a top-of-the-line hotel but not typically on an expedition cruiser include flat-screen televisions, designer toiletries, DVD/CD players, Internet access, plush robes and 24-hour

After landing a corporate job programming in his 20’s, Randy quickly became successful and bored. He began partying recklessly and got hooked immediately on cocaine.

His family intervened and got him into the first of many treatment programs.

For the next 20 years, Randy cycled through stunning professional successes in software company and real estate sales and life-threatening drug use that brought him to the brink of suicide.

When he discovered a passion for acting, he was inspired to finally get clean and was admitted to the Crossroads residential treatment program. For him, the transformation was a life-changing miracle. Now living one day at a time towards his dream, Randy has become the person he has always wanted to be.

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Thankfully, David Lawrence Center is here for our community.

A not-for-profit organization founded and still governed by community leaders, the David Lawrence Center is the behavioral health component of our community’s healthcare network.

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Clockwise from top left: The Hunter River cuts deep into the Kimberley; touring via Zodiacs; guests swim at Croc Creek watering hole; a native Nyinyikay artisan in the Northern Territory at work; an Orion marine biologist discusses Aboriginal art. Below: Savoring an enchanting evening on deck.

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Busy bodies tend to get ravenous, but again, Bratton has it covered. She enlisted the talents of the renowned Sydney chef Serge Dansereau, who rightfully thinks vegetables and fruits should taste as nature intended: fresh and natural. His fish dishes are among the best on land or water. Of course, wines are meticulously selected to enhance the cuisine. Case in point: a Yarra Valley Pinot Gris paired with the chef’s exceptional red snapper with panzanella and basil aioli.

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RETURN OF THE VANQUISH Aston Martin resurrects a much-Missed name for its new flagship.

BY HOWARD WALKER

Where’s the soul in alphanumericals? Announce to friends that you’re the proud owner of a new F458, and chances are they’ll think you bought a toaster rather than the latest bloodcurdling Ferrari.

“What do you think of my new CL65?” “Wow. Can you watch the Golf Channel on it?” Not the response you want after dropping $211,000 on Mercedes’ big and brash 620-horse luxe coupe.

That’s why I love Aston Martin’s latest Vanquish supercar.

Vanquish—to defeat or conquer in battle, according to the dictionary. To crush or overpower. Just exhaling the word raises all those little hairs on the back of my neck. “Wanna ride in my new Vanquish?” “Hell, yeah.”

Of course, this isn’t the first Vanquish to emerge from the fabled British sports-car maker. Back in 2001, the then all-new Vanquish was the baddest, boldest, most brutal Aston Martin ever, a thundering 514-horsepower projectile that lived to Die Another Day in 2002 with Pierce “007” Brosnan behind the wheel.

Sadly, production ceased in 2007, and while its successor, the DBS, was a more suave and sophisticated animal, it never exuded the raw, license-to-thrill character of the Vanquish.

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This new version—base price $282,000 and change—recaptures much of the soul and stamina of the original. Its coachwork takes its cues from Aston’s $1.5 million One-77 hand-built supercar. Only 77 of those were built and sold, and they had some of the most sensuous curves this side of Mad Men’s Christina Hendricks.

There’s also substance to the new Aston’s style, with a body fashioned from lightweight, superstrong carbon fiber. It contributes to the car’s 25 percent increase in torsional rigidity and 150-pound weight loss over the DBS. The car’s big 5.9-liter V-12 is essentially carried over from the “S,” though it’s been thoroughly reworked with the addition of variable valve timing that’s helped raise horsepower from 510 to 565.

Surprisingly, Aston has stuck with the tried-and-tested sixspeed ZF automatic for the new Vanquish, forgoing the latest eight-speed automatic on offer from ZF. One or two hard-driving enthusiasts will lament the dropping of the six-speed manual, but few others (myself included) will care.

The big change, however, comes when you slide behind the new square-cornered steering wheel—carried over from the

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acceleration is the most fearsome and the soundtrack the most hairraising. But for the most fun, select “Sport” on the new programmable automatic, play up and down games with the instant-on paddle shifters and revel in the thrust.

Through the narrow country curves, the Aston feels like a whopper of a car, but its needle-precise steering—thankfully still hydraulically assisted instead of electric—and low-roll cornering gives it an agility that belies its size.

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One-77 and thankfully deletable in favor of a traditional circular helm. The cabin has grown in size to offer more shoulder room and leg space. There’s even a tad more room in the trunk.

It’s the increase in quality and craftsmanship, however, that you really notice. The quilted Bridge of Weir leather used for the seats is stitched with the precision of an Hermès handbag. Pity, however, it’s all spoiled by the truly awful Garmin-based navigation system, which features graphics by Fisher-Price.

But this new Vanquish is all about the driving. And after two days of thrashing along some of Merrie Olde England’s most challenging country lanes, my palms are still sweaty, my pulse still racing.

While 565 horsepower is far from excessive in today’s elevated supercar world—the new Ferrari F12 Berlinetta packs an incredible 730 horses—this hairy-chested Vanquish still delivers awesome performance. Sixty comes up from standstill in four seconds, 100 mph in around 9.5. The joy won’t quit until the speedo needle is kissing the 183-mph mark.

The big V-12 gives its best from 3,000 to 5,000 rpm, when its

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PHOTOGRAPHY BY NAVID Shot by Naples Illustrated on location at The St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort.

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Versace embellished halter dress, Marissa Collections, Naples; Tisha beaded platform sandals, Louis Vuitton, Naples.

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Opposite page: Naeem Khan black stretch strapless dress with antiqued crystal mirror beading, special order, Saks Fifth Avenue, Naples; minaudière Petit Bijou, Louis Vuitton, Naples.

Black and red triple etamine dress, Chanel, chanel.com.

Opposite page: Leather dress with lace-up detailing, Salvatore Ferragamo, Naples; Jimmy Choo Malika mirror leather heels, Saks Fifth Avenue, Naples.

Fashion Editor: Katherine Lande Model: Annelyse Schoenberger, Women Direct, New York Hair & Makeup Artist: Luis Beltran, Ford Artists using Dior Show Photography Assistant: Jose Arizmendi NI would like to extend a special thanks to the staff at The St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort for its generous hospitality.

Holiday Jackpot A vacation win-win, four top-of-the-line Las Vegas hotels roll out festivities to delight the most discerning visitors, including the little ones making their lists and checking them twice.

By Robert Ragaini

Christmas for the family in Sin City?

You bet. Sure, the famous Strip—which is expecting a record 40 million guests in 2012, helped in part by the glittering new terminal that opened in June at McCarran International Airport—still has a bevy of oxygen-pumped casinos, but there’s an entirely different, allgrown-up Vegas today: Its coup de grâce is a bewildering number of luxe spas, Michelin-starred restaurants and shopping to rival Rodeo Drive.

Around town starting in late November, the blazing lights will be recast with a seasonal glow as hotels put the house’s money on holiday displays. Four high rollers in particular, each possessing AAA’s coveted Five Diamond Award, deck their halls … and lobbies … and gardens with spectacular trimmings, like a 42-foot-tall fir tree 76 NAPLES ILLUSTRATED

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festooned with 1,700 ornaments (cheers, Bellagio!), and offer unique experiences for the young or young at heart (The Palazzo’s merry nighttime cookie deliveries). The spirit is infectious—and can be tailored to fit any whim.

In the ever-changing landscape that is downtown Vegas, this 1998 Mediterranean-style palace (bellagio.com) is a Grande Dame by the budding metropolis’ lodging standards. But the resort of dancingfountain fame does not rest on its laurels.

All 2,568 elegant rooms in the main tower alone were remodeled in 2011 for an estimated tab of $70 million, and innovations from caviar facials at the spa to a sprawling poker salon keep bigwigs playing.

The spraying jets lining 1,000 feet of a lake in front of the resort catapult water set to spirited tunes with multiple shows starting at 3 p.m. daily. This fun—given a festive spin with Madonna’s “Santa Baby” or a carol from the Mormon Tabernacle Choir—is just the beginning when ’tis the season to be jolly. In the backyard,

A 42-foot tree with 1,700 ornaments and 13,500 lights takes center-stage at the Bellagio. Opposite page: The resort’s dancing fountains and other decorations.

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Sirio Maccioni’s runaway gastronomic hit Le Cirque and the haute Spanish-inflected Picasso restaurant helmed by two-time James Beard winner Julian Serrano sell out for the prix fixe dinners. Assuming the weather cooperates, dine alfresco—with the joyous fountains waltzing en plein view—for a perfect ending to a seasonal celebration like no other.

Scenes from The Venetian (clockwise from above): Silver "bubbles" dot a Christmas tree; gondolas glide past the skating rink; entertainment on a plaza.

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Flying High Savvy travelers choose the skies for a detour to the Grand Canyon. Heli-trips have you whizzing back to town in fewer than three hours and some include touchdown on the natural wonder’s floor.

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an Edenic botanic garden surrounds five swimming pools; some of this greenery resides inside a glass-domed conservatory where at Christmas it magically morphs into a wintry spectacle. Twenty-four giant gold and silver bells hang from the ceiling, and scenes such as a family of three polar bears with “fur” coats made of more than 35,000 hand-applied white carnations blanket the landscape.

Take in the apropos collection of Claude Monet masterpieces studying his unique use of light at the Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art (up until January 6, 2013) and the hotel’s permanent Cirque du Soleil aqua extravaganza, O. (Book a backstage tour to see how the theater’s large indoor pool accomplishes a puzzling disappearing act.)

On Christmas Eve, the local outpost of

If Las Vegas is the most over-the-top city in the United States, The Venetian (venetian.com), along with its next-door sister, The Palazzo (palazzo.com), is the most extravagant resort complex in Las Vegas.

The two all-suite hotels combined have no fewer than 16 fine dining establishments (with James Beard winners like Wolfgang Puck, Emeril Lagasse and Thomas Keller behind them) and are linked indoors through their casinos. The principal entrance at The Venetian re-creates its namesake’s Grand Canal, complete with gondolas sailing past.

For their second-ever Winter in Venice festival that lasts until January, the hotels boast an ice-free outdoor skating rink steps from the street by the Doge’s Palace Fountain. The Mojave Desert’s fickle temperature swings can bring 60-degree afternoons and then send the mercury plunging below freezing, so the arena out front defies Mother Nature by using a slippery recyclable synthetic polymer to slide and glide (tickets are sold in 30-minute sessions). The wonder doesn’t stop there: Candy-cane-striped stilt walkers clomp on

the pavers beside the rink, sharing space with carolers and magicians, and a nightly themed light show with five performances dazzles passersby.

AquaKnox, Tom Moloney’s temple to freshly caught seafood, and trendy B&B Ristorante from powerhouse Italian duo Mario Batali and Joe Bastianich offer seasonal menus. Unwind at any of the bars with specialty spiced cocktails, including Rialto Eggnog and Negroni Festivo, or relax in another way at Canyon Ranch SpaClub with ultra-polishing Holiday Radiance Facials and indulgent Winter Solstice Massages using nourishing oils.

The exclusive Prestige floor at the Palazzo has its own private check-in (while hot apple cider awaits other resort guests on arrival, Champagne is poured here), but for all the luxury supplied by the personal concierge service, it’s refreshingly low-key. Spring for a package to spoil yourself with a bath prepared by a butler, or pamper your little ones— they’ll fall soundly asleep to dreams of

Clockwise from left: Check-in at the Mandarin Oriental; a suite’s plush bedroom; Christmas trees at the Crystals arcade; the hotel’s inviting tea salon.

Saint Nick after an Elf Tuck-in, where a costumed character hand-delivers milk and cookies.

Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas A relative newcomer at the sleek 67-acre CityCenter development completed in late 2009 (mandarinoriental​.com/ lasvegas), the Mandarin Oriental has the feel of a boutique hotel with—gasp, followed by applause—no casino (your eyes didn’t betray you!). Check-in on the twenty-third floor delivers an atmosphere of Zen-inspired calm. Spaces seem to flow into one another in the wide-open floor plans of the LEED Gold-certified tower and lend to breathtaking views, especially

Meals to Remember Any foodie worth his salt knows Vegas is home to an all-star roster of celebrity chef-run hotspots. Aside from those already mentioned, plan to satisfy white-truffle cravings at any of these restaurants: n Hubert Keller’s Fleur by Hubert Keller at Mandalay Bay (mandalaybay.com) n Joël Robuchon’s Joël Robuchon at MGM Grand (mgmgrand.com) n Paul Barolotta’s Barolotta (wynnlasvegas.com) n Gordon Ramsay’s Steak at the Paris (parislasvegas.com) n Guy Savoy’s Restaurant Guy Savoy at Caesars Palace (caesarspalace.com) n Rick Moonen’s RM Seafood at Mandalay Bay (mandalaybay.com) n Jean-Georges Vongerichten’s Jean Georges Steakhouse at Aria (arialasvegas.com) —D.H.S.

true of the charming Tea Lounge. Even in the marble-sculpted spa, doors are rare.

Service is the cornerstone of the Mandarin stay, understated and unfailingly polite. Holiday shopping continues on that wavelength across the complex at Crystals, the 500,000-square-foot arcade designed by superstars Daniel Libeskind and David Rockwell. Concierges arrange personalized excursions through the ultra-high-end maze to score sparklers at Harry Winston and party dresses from Stella McCartney.

Don’t get so wrapped up in buying gifts that you forget to gaze admiringly at the twinkling lights above, meant to resemble a fanciful, modernist cascade of snow.

Back upstairs ethereal dishes on nightly tasting menus await at Twist by Pierre Gagnaire, the three-Michelin-starred French chef’s only foray in the United States. The restaurant also transports with floor-toceiling windows framing a vivid tableau of The Strip and glass spheres suspended like a chandelier give the sensation of being in a glass of Champagne.

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Puppy Love Kirsten Ferrara and Al Rupp decide the birthday of a beloved pet is the perfect way to celebrate the season with friends.

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Poodles Spaetzle and Goulash hold an undeniably special spot in Kristen Ferrara’s heart. But since she’s in love with Al Rupp, in deference to his concern about having their home filled annually with guest pooches for Spaetzle’s and Goulash’s birthdays, she promised to only fete each of them every five years.

“I was told the dogs need birthday parties,” Rupp says.

“However, I was afraid I’d have 28 dogs in the house.”

When Spaetzle’s fifth birthday landed just before Christmas last year, Ferrara decided to go above and beyond a normal poodle party.

“It was an opportunity for dear friends to get together, look into each other’s eyes, and be grateful for their blessings,” she says. “I wanted for them to stop and smell the roses. I know I’m blessed, so I like to take the time to stop and be grateful. Spaetzle was a unique way to disguise the real focus.”

“The dog birthday was a cover-up for a Christmas party,” Rupp says.

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A warm, festive setting at Sea Salt restaurant greeted 50 guests who were there to enjoy each other’s company and honor cutie-pie Spaetzle’s big day (near left, with sister Goulash). No detail was overlooked by Ferrara and party co-host, Shirlene Elkins; highlights for attendees were (from far left) a Norman Love dessert, personalized menus and fun favors.

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Top: Treats for humans included caviar and cupcakes, while pups had rawhide twists.

Center: The decor was all about sparkle.

Bottom: Everyone got in the spirit, from hostess Kirsten Ferrara to costumed carolers to party guests Tom and Sandi Moran.

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18 rosebud topiary trees to go with the red and white decor of the party for 50 friends on the outdoor patio of Sea Salt restaurant. Ferrara used bright red linens with rose embroidery, personalized ribbons, crystal candles, more than 1,000 balloons, 36-inch candycane-shaped dog bones and hundreds of sparklers.

She even decorated the restaurant’s restrooms to celebrate the theme.

“When I throw a party, it’s not about party planners, but friends,” Ferrara says. “It’s handmade and homespun. But I don’t have children, so no expense was spared.”

Her friend Fabrizio Aielli, owner and executive chef of Sea Salt, whipped up a menu inspired by Spaetzle’s favorites for the 50 attendees, with decadent delights such as short ribs, caviar (plated in the shape of a bone) and foie gras. Norman Love Confections served everyone a paw-shaped caramel bombolina dessert, and friend Shelly Stayer, a partner in Grace & Shelly’s Cupcakes, provided table treats and take-home cupcakes.

Another friend, Shirlene Elkins, cohosted the party with Ferrara and helped create the decor, which included an area where people could be photographed with Santa Claus. And there was a surprise—snow, an artificial flurry that appeared as a result of an annual tradition on Third Street South.

“We had been working all afternoon, and when we came back at about dusk as the guests were arriving, the snow began to fall,” Elkins says. “We had totally forgotten it was the Third Street South Festival of Lights. It was magical.”

“You know how much that cost me?” Rupp says, joking that the snowfall was his doing.

Although the party was for Spaetzle, the attendees received personalized gifts from Ferrara.

“All our guests understood the spirit of Christmas and being thankful for our blessings,” Ferrara says.

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From top left: Sea Salt owner Ingrid Aielli hugs Spaetzle; Shelly Stayer receives a gift from host Kirsten Ferrara; flowing bubbly topped off the revelry; cupcakes from Stayer’s Grace & Shelly’s added a sweet note.

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SHINING SEA Creatures from the deep sparkle as gifts.

By Mary Gibble

Coelentera clip from the L’Alantide collection with round diamonds, mandarin garnets, pink and yellow sapphires, mixed-cut spinels and an oval spinel set in 18-karat pink gold (price upon request), Van Cleef & Arpels, Naples; Jean Schlumberger seahorse clip in 18-karat gold and platinum with peridots, diamonds and amethysts ($54,000), Tiffany & Co., Naples.

Opposite page: John Hardy Cinta marble cone shell necklaces in (top) 18-karat pink gold with pink tourmaline center stone set in pavé of rhodolites, white and pink sapphires, pink spinels and white diamonds, and (below) in 18-karat gold with 15.69-carat prehnite center stone set in pavé of tsavorites, peridots and light-brown diamonds (price upon request), Saks Fifth Avenue, Naples; Roberto Coin Nemo bangle in 18-karat rose and white gold with diamonds and enamel ($31,800), Saks Fifth Avenue, Naples.

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Pegasus fish pin in 18-karat gold and platinum with diamonds and rubies ($5,100), Bigham Jewelers, Naples; Seaman Schepps jadeite snuff bottle bracelet with faceted crystals and emeralds ($49,600), Yamron Jewelers, Naples; Lucifer Vir Honestus Trofeo cuff in 18-karat rose gold with diamonds ($24,050), Marissa Collections, Naples.

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Opposite page: Stephen Webster lobster brooch with 18-karat white gold, white, black and silver diamonds, blue sapphires, onyx and hematite ($40,000), Saks Fifth Avenue, Naples; Kara Ross Dark Waters necklace in natural black coral, 18-karat gold and faceted cabochon multicolored gemstone connections (price upon request), Marissa Collections, Naples.

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Katy Briscoe starfish pendantbrooch in 18-karat gold and aquamarine (price upon request), Saks Fifth Avenue, Naples; Mikimoto starfish ring with a 12mm black South Sea cultured pearl, diamonds and sapphires set in 18-karat white gold ($12,000), Yamron Jewelers, Naples.

Opposite page: Oscar Heyman gold and platinum fish brooch with cabochon emeralds, round diamonds and assorted opals ($49,000), Neiman Marcus locations; Temple St. Clair 18-karat gold sea star amulet with 52.5-carat rock crystal center stone, royal blue moonstones and diamonds ($6,950), Saks Fifth Avenue, Naples; Federica Rettore 18-karat rose-gold earrings with brown and white rose-cut diamonds, brilliant-cut diamonds, multicolored sapphires and agatized stone, ($12,700), Marissa Collections, Naples.

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Opa and Oma Inspired by childhood Christmases with her grandparents, Cheryl Newberry creates a holiday wonderland for her own children and grandchildren in her Quail West home.

By Kathy Becker Photography by Jerry Rabinowitz

When she was growing up, Cheryl Newberry always helped her grandfather (whom she called Opa, German for grandpa) decorate a 30-foot blue spruce in the front yard of his home in Rochester, New York, for Christmas. Despite the yearly snowfall from October until April, he climbed a ladder every holiday season to adorn the tall tree with lights. Each time they used the old bulbs from Opa’s native Germany, where he came from in 1926.

“I have great, fond memories of my grandfather,” Newberry says. “He loved Christmas. He had a big wreath on the door and lights around the window. It was just beautiful.”

Her grandfather took her to the city every year to pick out two cut trees, one for her house, and one for his. Her grandmother (Oma) decorated with beautiful things she embroidered, and the house was filled with the smell of German cookies baking in the oven. “The holidays were always fantastic at her house. We’d have goose and potatoes, dumplings and red cabbage,” she recalls. “It was a grand holiday. I have a lot of beautiful, beautiful memories of Christmas.”

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The Newberrys stand amongst Christmas finery on their grand spiral staircase (above). Just to their right is the main tinsel-flecked tree (opposite page). Elsewhere, holiday-themed decor transforms the home into a seasonal spectacle.

Now Newberry makes her own traditions, enlivening her Quail West home with heirloom decorations and new ones she collects. Each year the displays are a little bit different, but she always starts by putting a beaded bell ornament made by her grandmother on her own tree.

“I do it for Opa and Oma,” she says. “I think of him being up on that ladder. In Florida, it’s hard to get that feeling unless you have a little more zip, because of the weather.”

She starts getting decorations out of her neatly organized storage room—dedicated mostly to Christmas—in November. “I start a week before Thanksgiving,” she says. “If I did it before then, my husband [Richard] would take me to the loony bin. I have it done by the fifteenth or twentieth of November. My husband is not into Christmas at all.

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The dining room is always set to entertain, and granddaughter Annabella helps arrange the winter village on its buffet.

He tolerates it. He knows I love to do it. I don’t golf; I don’t play tennis. I love to decorate. For Easter, the Fourth of July. I’ve got something going on all the time.”

Fortunately, the rest of her family is into crafting dazzling holiday displays. Her 82-year-old mother still decorates. Her grandmother kept the traditions going until she passed away at 94 years old. Now Christmas Eve and Christmas Day celebrations include a big dinner and dancing at Newberry’s house. The guest list includes her son and daughter, their spouses, five grandchildren, and her mother. “Our holidays are nice and full,” she says.

“Good food, happy times, music.”

Newberry puts up two or three trees a year, one of them usually fresh cut. “I love the scent,” she says. “It’s always a different shape every year. I like the tradition of going out and finding the right 94 NAPLES ILLUSTRATED

tree; it’s just in you after you do it for so many years.”

She started collecting decorations when she was newly married, but a fire 20 years ago destroyed many of them, so she started over.

In addition to heirloom favorites, she has her own collections of Annalee and Byers’ Choice carolers. But don’t expect to see the exact same arrangement one season to the next.

“Every year I get rid of some of the old stuff,” she says. “Every year I buy something. I try not to, but I go to the stores and see cute things. I hold myself back from a lot of it. I also have pieces that are 40 to 45 years old.”

A tree in the family room was most recently festooned with candy canes, but in previous years, it was decorated with poinsettias and green ornaments. One year it had cardinals as the primary focus. A big formal tree in the living room was decorated in all gold

for several years until she decided to add some blue. Unable to purchase any more of the gold tinsel, Newberry carefully removes it from the tree to reuse each year.

The island in the kitchen offers plenty of space for a large Santa figure, with sleigh and reindeer completing the scene. A buffet in the dining room becomes a snowy village with the help of granddaughter Annabella.

Newberry likes to start new traditions, including inviting her two granddaughters over to bake Christmas cookies. “There were sprinkles everywhere, and everything was sticky, but they took cookies home that they made,” she says. “We had a terrific time.”

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A gorgeous fountain and entry laden with lights welcomes visitors (opposite page). Collectibles old and new can be seen throughout the house, and Newberry rearranges them on a yearly basis to spruce up the scene. She also loves baking and hosted the Quail West community's cookie exchange last year (top right photo).

tradition at her home in 2011 instead of at the community’s club, where it is usually held. The group collected books and pajamas for donating to charity. “Forty women had a sit-down dinner.

Dessert was cookies spread on the pool table,” she says. “It was all good, homey stuff.”

As much as she loves sharing her decor, Newberry admits having a festive house keeps her spirits high all season. She enjoys quiet moments of twinkling lights and memories. “At night, it’s like a wonderland,” she says. “I’m always sad to take it down, because the house looks so plain.”

The Christmas season does end, though, and she has other holidays to consider. “I start boxing things just before New Year’s Day,” she says. “I like to begin the new year with a cleaned up house. By January 2, it’s all done and put away. I start the new year with ‘What’s next?’” u 96 NAPLES ILLUSTRATED

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balance LYCHEE Keen ’Tis the season for cocktail parties… and willpower seems to go out the window when hostesses whirl by with trays of drinks and hors d’oeuvres. Lucky for us, we’ve noticed lychees popping up on menus and even in people’s yards, as the soil here is especially conducive to their growth. The native Chinese fruit that looks almost like a large raspberry has a thick red skin; peel it back and underneath you’ll find a sweet and juicy white nibble. Remove that fleshy nut from its tough covering, and you’ve got an excellent source of vitamin C, a boost of B vitamins and minerals, and some experts say, a natural substance that can help prevent cancer. For these reasons, the lychee is considered a superfood and is also why its Chinese name translates to “gift of joyful life.” We’ve got a gift for you on the following pages: little indulgences, including a guilt-free cocktail recipe incorporating this tasty and healthful treat.

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Holiday Pampering Special When nonstop shopping, dancing and socializing leave you feeling a bit zapped, we’re here to put the spring back in your step.

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More in the mood to release steam? Schedule private or semiprivate yoga and Pilates sessions at $95 for 60 minutes; highenergy Zumba dance fitness classes can also be arranged.

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Promising therapeutic treatment for your soles, Luxe Nail Lounge (239-261-5893; luxenailsofnaples.com) boasts the newest (translate: cleanest) pipe-free whirlpool-system pedicure chairs. Add in an aromatherapy foot soak and Eco-Fin, an alternative to paraffin that replaces petroleum derivatives with palm, soy, jojoba and coconut oils, and top that with a reflexology massage for the ultimate pedi. To boot, the salon uses special Trind products that moisturize and strengthen nails.

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A recent stroll through the Waterside Shops led to a great dual discovery. Cult-favorite Provençal beauty emporium L’Occitane (239-596-6570) has debuted in Naples. We had been buying its smoothing

hair

Ammonia-based dyes can fry your locks; so can everyday blowouts and styling from gels and sprays laced with chemicals.

Thankfully Epiphany Salon & Spa (239-594-1800; epiphany salon-spa.com) relies on the vegan Pureology line, Organic Colour Systems and Max Green Alchemy’s organics. The staff’s methods are so kind to your scalp they’ve developed a loyal following of patients dealing with medical hair loss.

shea butter foot cream on trips to the east coast—and were tempted to make the drive over because the drop in humidity levels has made our skin beyond dry—so we were thrilled to spy travel-sized tubes of the lavender-scented, anti-inflammatory serum at this locale to keep handy for refreshing tootsie touch-ups.

Better Beauty sleep Smartphone alarms are now smarter than your average clock. The Sleep Cycle app assesses the ebb and flow of your sleep pattern by tracking your movement as you rest. Simply set a 30-minute wake-up window and the clock will wake you when you’re in your lightest sleep cycle. (sleepcycle.com)

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NAILED: A Go-To Manicure Spot The spirit of giving is in the air, and we feel the need to let you in on a secret. Sandwiched in the Pavilion strip mall steps from LA Fitness is a tiny, nondescript, hole-in-the-wall joint, Beautiful Nails & Spa (239-593-3888). It’s nothing to look at (in fact the chintzy decor and worn tile flooring may send some bolting out the door), but the Vietnamese family that owns it is willing to stay open late for women who work, and their careful, diligent handiwork lasts for weeks on end. While we have experienced Madison Avenue salons using real gold-leaf foil, $150 manicures from technicians at five-star hotels and the swankiest of lounge settings, in the end, we just want our nails to look their best while we zip from event to event—and this place has got us covered.

The skinny on this cocktail…

An entire cup of fresh lychee nuts weighs in at only 125 calories, and St-Germain is an artisanal elderflower liqueur with a natural sugar content nearly half of other liqueurs (sold at Total Wine, 239-649-4979). With no added sugar or sugar substitutes, this nightcap is a perfect micro splurge for yourself or a house full of guests. Or you can enjoy the Real McCoy at the new Bonita Springs hibachi and raw bar restaurant, Maguro Sushi & Steakhouse (239-591-0003), which has more enticing low-cal yummies, like yellowtail rolls and sea bass with bok choy.

Lychee Martini 1.5 oz. Grey Goose vodka 1 oz. St-Germain 2 oz. fresh lychee juice 1 lychee, peeled 1 mint sprig 1. Combine ingredients in a cocktail shaker filled with ice.

2. Shake and strain into a chilled martini glass.

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Individual tickets are $225 Sponsorships start at $2,500 Wishmaker’s Ball Chairs: Reg & Sandra Buxton Honorary Chairs: Dan & Anne Fink

Join us for a jammin’ good time at the 7th Annual Wishmaker’s Ball on Friday, January 11, 2013 at The Hilton Naples. Guests will “Rock the Night Away As We Roll Out the Wishes” during this spirited evening. The Ball will feature cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and dinner, along with the opportunity to bid on an array of sought-after items, experiences and packages in our silent and live auctions. Entertainment will be provided by The Steve Chase Society who will have guests grooving along to their Motown sound. 100 percent of event proceeds will benefit Make-A-Wish® Southern Florida.

To RSVP, please contact Lesley Colantonio at (239) 992-9474 or lcolantonio@sflawish.org.

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good eats App-solutely Fabulous Launched this fall, Nommunity is a free and clever app that’s easy as gluten-free cake for folks wanting to find restaurants catering to specific dietary preferences. It doesn’t matter if you’re on the road or here in Naples, the colorful map will recognize your location. set a search

Power Lunch: Elevation Burger

(the categories to date are vegetarian, vegan, kosher,

Eating right on the run got a lot simpler for holiday-crazed Neapolitans when Elevation Burger (239-598-3810) opened at the beginning of season. Rather than succumb to the Golden Arches, you won’t regret sinking your teeth into this quick-serve’s veggie burgers or even its regular patties made from USDA-organic, grass-fed, free-range beef. The small franchise has been quietly attracting national attention for its “ingredients matter” mantra, which certainly caused us to take note.

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Carlson’s Fine Jewelry Celebrating 20 years as a jeweler in Old Naples, Carlson’s Fine Jewelry has become known for its distinctive and unique custom pieces. Distinguished collectors of jewelry will love seeing rare designs that have that “found in a treasure chest” appeal. Wonderful collections of Italian leather goods, enticing fragrances, worldwide curios and an extensive collection of fine jewelry are also available.

320 13th Ave. S., Naples 239-263-8881 | carlsonsfinejewelry.com

MAD Travel / Travel Leaders MAD Travel is a full-service agency specializing in luxury leisure and personalized corporate travel planning. With more than 31 years of experience, and a partnership with Travel Leaders, MAD Travel works with the best suppliers to provide the many special touches, amenities and services that ensure an exceptional travel experience.

Lee McCarthy

36 Ninth St. S., Suite 3, Naples 239-263-4433 office 800-925-7476 toll free madtravel.com

Mullet’s Appliances For three generations, Mullet’s Appliances has provided customers with professional advice, expertise and service on the finest brands in home appliances. Mullet’s Appliances invites homeowners to stop by its showrooms to explore, envision and allow its team to help equip their dream homes.

2194 Trade Center Way, Naples 239-592-1008 | mullets.com

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The Patty & Jay Baker Naples Museum of Art presents “SIGHT UNSEEN: International Photography by Blind Artists,” the first major exhibition of work by the world’s most accomplished sight-impaired photographers, December 22-April 24. It explores the idea that the blind can see in ways that sighted people cannot. By creating the images, these artists develop new ways of seeing, while encouraging others to rethink what it means to see. For details visit thephil.org.

Electroman, by Pete Eckert

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DECEMBER 2012 Tea for Two This month two gatherings center on the British tradition of afternoon tea. Both are at The RitzCarlton, Naples and sponsored by Naples Illustrated.

The Make-A-Wish Foundation of Southern Florida presents its second annual Tea at the Ritz December 1. The event, which raised $6,500 in its inaugural year, will include the Royal Classic Tea Service, with fine teas, finger sandwiches and other goodies, plus a silent auction. “We are opening it up to men and children—last year it was a ladies’ tea—and we are hosting at a time when the Ritz will be decked out for the holidays,” says Lesley Colantonio of Make-A-Wish of Southern Florida. For information, call 239-992-9474.

On December 6, Philip Douglas and Doug Olsen of Philip Douglas Salon, accompanied by their Chihuahua Eva, will co-chair the annual Humane Society Naples tea and fashion show, themed “South of SoHo.” Last year’s edition, the first chaired by Douglas and Olsen, proved their sense of fun and fashion paired with their passion for pets add up to a must-attend party. Fine food and refreshments, such as a welcome glass of bubbly, will be served. There will also be an exclusive fashion presentation by Nordstrom, with local pet lovers as models (including one of our staffers) and pet couture from Pucci & Catana Luxury Pet Boutique sported by furry friends from the Humane Society. New York Times best-selling author Sue Monk Kidd, author of The Secret Life of Bees and The Mermaid Chair, will be featured as a program participant along with other special celebrity guests. Visit Philip Douglas and Doug hsnaples.org for information.

Olsen host the Humane —Kat Smith Society Naples tea with their adorable pup, Eva.

Island Holiday It’s an appealing idea— escaping to the islands for the holidays. Though it’s not always possible to jet off somewhere, we can head for a short sojourn to the Island—Captiva, that is.

For the third year, hotels, merchants, restaurants and other businesses are collaborating on The Captiva Chapel by the Sea the Captiva Holiday Village, will be aglow for Christmas. with events on the weekends of December 1 and 8. Sights and sounds of the season ring, from displays of bedazzled golf carts and decorated boats to fire dancers, live music, a Junkanoo (a lively Bahamas-style street party) and the Marching Mullet parade (the fish, not the hairdo). It’s a nice getaway, not far away.

For information visit captivaholidayvillage.com. —K.S.

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Scenes from the 2011 Make-A-Wish fete: Andrea Sturzenegger, Kay Bork, Jackie Stamerro and Sandra Buxton; dainty treats; the view from above.

ART & MUSEUMS Artist Colony at the Esplanade, Marco Island—Last Wednesday Art Walk, Dec. 26; 239-642-0528.

Center for the Arts of Bonita Springs— “Pop Art” with Andy Warhol exhibition, through Jan. 5; Bling it On! jewelry making, Dec. 19; Last Thursday Art Walk, Promenade at Bonita Bay, Dec. 20; artcenterbonita.org.

Everglades Historical Society—Swamp Heritage Festival, Big Cypress Swamp Welcome Center, Ochopee, Dec. 1; Art in the Glades exhibit, Dec. 8, McLeod Park,

Everglades City; evergladeshistorical.org.

Golisano Children’s Museum of Naples—Adult Night, food, drinks, music and themes, Dec. 13; cmon.org.

Guess-Fisher Gallery, Crayton Cove, Naples—Art After Dark, art and refreshments, Dec. 8; Miniature Yet Monumental exhibit, through Dec. 31; 239-659-2787.

Harmon-Meek Gallery, Naples—Adolf Dehn’s Dames, Dec. 11-29; harmonmeekgallery.com.

Marco Island Center for the Arts—Second Tuesday Gallery Reception, refreshments, prizes and fine art, Dec. 2; It’s a Wrap: Clay Exhibition, through Dec. 20; 239-394-4221.

Marco Island Historical Society—Artist Muffy Clark Gill: 20th Century Seminole Experience, through Dec. 27; 239-642-1440.

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Shark Sighting—on the Green The Franklin Templeton Shootout returns to the Tiburón Golf Club at The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples December 5-9. Hosted by Aussie golf legend Greg Norman (a.k.a. The Shark), the tournament includes 24 top pros in two-man teams in a mixed-format of modified alternate shot, better ball and scramble. Proceeds benefit CureSearch for Children’s Cancer.

For tickets and information, visit franklintempletonshootout.com.

Marianne Friedland Gallery, Naples— Small Gems: Images Real & Imagined, contemporary American and Canadian paintings and works, Dec. 1-Jan. 12; 239262-3484.

Museum of the Everglades—Everglades, Near and Dear, Inez Hudson art exhibit, Dec. 4-29; evergladesmuseum.org.

Naples Art Association at the von Liebig Art Center—Art in the Park, Dec. 1; Members’ Gallery All-Media Exhibition, preview reception, Dec. 7, exhibit through Jan. 26; naplesart.org.

Naples Artcrafters—Fine Art and Craft Show, Dec. 8, Cambier Park; naplesartcrafters.com.

Naples Botanical Garden—Night Lights in the Garden, 16 evenings of lights and holiday celebrations, Dec. 13-23 and 26; naplesgarden.org.

Modern Family, by Shelley Lake

Naples Art Association at the von Liebig Art Center— National Art Encounter, Dec. 7-Jan. 26; naplesart.org.

Naples Historical Society at Historic Palm Cottage—Christmas at Palm Cottage, through Dec. 29; walking tours of the Naples Historic District, Dec. 5, 12, 19, 26; guided tours of The Norris Gardens, Dec. 6, 20; napleshistoricalsociety.org.

Naples Zoo—Twelve Days of Holiday Fun, Dec. 13-24; napleszoo.org.

Patty & Jay Baker Naples Museum of Art—Martin Schoeller: Close Up, through Dec. 9; Out of This World: Extraordinary Costumes, through Dec. 30; Fletcher Benton: The Artist’s Studio, through Jan. 20; Sight Unseen: International Photography by Blind Artists, Dec. 22-March 24; thephil.org.

Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve, Naples—Seventh Annual Juried Painting Exhibition, through Jan. 31; rookerybay.org.

Rosen Gallery & Studios, Naples—First Wednesday Underground Art, Dec. 5; Third Weekend Art Event, Dec. 15-16; 239821-1061.

Trudy Labell Fine Art, Naples—NaplesStyle Stocking Stuffers, Beautiful and Creative Smalls–Paintings, Glass, and Ceramics for gift giving, through Dec. 31; trudylabellfineart.com.

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Breakfast with Santa, Dec. 15; Noon Year’s Eve Celebration, Dec. 31; cmon.org.

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HEAL THE SICK. DONATE YOUR FREE TIME.

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FILM Cambier Park, Naples—Outdoor Movie Night, Arthur Christmas, Dec. 15; 239-2133054.

Center for the Arts of Bonita Springs— Films for Film Lovers, The Band’s Visit, Dec. 10; Callas Forever, Dec. 17; artcenterbonita.org.

Collier County Public Library—Film series, Best Exotic Marigold Hotel, Dec. 12, 13, 18; collier-lib.org.

Mercato, Naples—Movies on the Lawn, Elf, Dec. 18, across from AZN, The Pub and Silverspot Cinemas; mercatoshops.com.

FOOD, WINE & FASHION Bayfront, Naples—Nighttime Farmers Market, Dec. 7, 14, 21, 28; 239-293-9703.

Chez Boët, Naples—“Demonstration of Mediumship,” appearance by worldrenowned medium and lecturer Francesca Kimpton, plus a three-course dinner, Dec. 11; 239-643-6177.

Fifth Avenue South, Naples—38th Annual Christmas Walk & Tree Lighting Ceremony, Dec. 6; Evening on Fifth, shopping, dining and live music, Dec. 13; 239-692-8436.

Marilyn’s Distinctive European Fashions, Naples—Accessorizing Your Wardrobe for the Holidays, seminar, Dec. 12; marilynhellman.com.

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Marissa Collections, Naples—Tamara Comolli Jewelry mini show, Dec. 11; Bochic Jewelry, Dec. 13-15; Yossi Harari Jewelry show and appearance, Dec. 18-19; marissacollections.com.

Third Street South, Naples—Thursday on Third, shopping, dining, live entertainment, Dec. 6, 13, 20, 27; Farmers market, Saturday mornings, behind Tommy Bahama; New Year’s Celebration, Dec. 31; 239-434-6533.

The Village on Venetian Bay, Naples— Let it Snow Holiday Fest, live music, Santa Claus and snow, Dec. 1, 8, 15, 22; Annual Boat Parade, Dec. 6; Chanukah Celebration, Chabad Naples, Dec. 9; Dancing by the Fountain, Dec. 27; venetianvillage.com.

MUSIC Bayshore Cultural and Performing Arts Center—Erich Kunzel Concert Series, Seacrest Country Day School Chorale, Dec. 5, Naples Botanical Garden; Jazz in the Park, Jerry Stawski Quartet, Dec. 16, Sugden Regional Park, Naples; 239-454-1454.

Cambier Park, Naples—Jim Hurst and Rob Ickes, “Bluegrass & Acoustic Virtuosos,” Dec. 1; Naples Concert Band, Dec. 2; Christmas Concert, Barron Collier High School Band, Dec. 6; Naples Dixieland Jazz Band, Dec. 9; Naples Jazz Orchestra, Dec. 10; Gulf Coast Big Band, Dec. 16; 239597-3240.

Center for the Arts Bonita Springs— Live at the Promenade: Evening of Classical Music with Naomi Niskala and Salley Koo, Dec. 6; The Bay Singers Choir, Dec. 13, Promenade at Bonita Bay; artcenterbonita.org.

Classic Chamber Concerts—Naples/ New York Brass Quintet, Dec. 3; Fifth Avenue Chamber Orchestra Strings, Dec. 10, Sugden Community Theatre, Naples; classicchamberconcerts.org.

Mercato, Naples—Mercato Nights Music Series, Dec. 6; Saturday Nights Alive, artists, musicians and street performers, Dec. 8; Tree Lighting, Dec. 17; 239-254-1080.

Moorings Presbyterian Church, Naples—Hyacinth Series: Soprano, Hand-

Trattoria Firenze 3, by Lynne B. Wilcox

bells, Violin, Art, Dec. 9; 239-213-5246.

SPEAKERS & SEMINARS

Norris Center, Naples—Paradise Coastmen Barbershop Chorus, Dec. 7; 239-2133049.

Ave Maria University—Naples Founders Club Luncheon Speaker Series, benefits the university, Dec. 12, Seasons 52 Fresh Grill, Naples; 239-254-9730.

Philharmonic Center for the Arts, Naples—Michael Bolton, Dec. 1; Branford Marsalis, Dec. 6-7; The Hot Club of San Francisco, Dec. 7-8; Bowzer’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Holiday Party, Dec. 9; Jacki Evancho, Dec. 10; All That Jazz Series, Dec. 12; Holiday Pops, Dec. 14-15; The Rose Ensemble, Dec. 16; Three Dog Night, Dec. 27; The Midtown Men, Dec. 29; New Year’s Eve Gala: Here to Stay, The Gershwin Concert Experience, Dec. 31; thephil.org.

Voices of Naples—Home for the Holidays, Dec. 10, Emmanuel Lutheran Church, Naples; voicesofnaples.org.

Art Gallery Old Naples 2— Partners in Pastel, exhibition of works by Karen Stone and Lynne B. Wilcox, through Dec. 31; 239-560-9569.

Collier County Audubon Society— Wood Stork Nation, Picayune Strand Restoration, Dec. 4, FGCU Kapnick Center at the Naples Botanical Garden; collieraudubon.info.

Collier County Museum, Naples— Minute Mysteries: Weird & Wonderful Archaeology, Dec. 5; 239-252-8476.

Naples Backyard History Museum— Docent Chat, Naples Then & Now, Dec. 6, 13, 20, 27; 239-774-2978.

Holocaust Museum & Education Center of Southwest Florida—Lunchtime lecture series, “Hitler Comes to Power: The Persecution Begins,” Dec. 10; 239-263-9200.

Philharmonic Center for the Arts, Naples—Jack Hanna’s Into the Wild Live, Dec. 28; thephil.org.

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Research Reserve—Lunch & Learn Lecture Series, Being an Eco-Traveler in Southwest Florida, Dec. 5; Amazing Adventures: Dave Graff on the African island Sao Tome, Dec. 14; rookerybay.org.

SPECIAL EVENTS 1 Friends of Foster Children of Southwest Florida, Comedy Cabaret, comedians Nick Griffin and Eddie Brill, silent auction, music and heavy hors d’oeuvres, The RitzCarlton Golf Resort, Naples; 239-262-1808.

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1 St. John Neumann Catholic High School, The Celtic Snowball and 12th Annual Auction, cocktails, festive holiday dinner, dancing and auction, for academic enhancements and the Scholarship Fund, private club in Port Royal; 239-455-3044.

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2 Naples Yacht Club, Annual Fleet Review & Commissioning Ceremony; 239-262-6648.

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2-4 Art of the Olympians Foundation, Art of the Olympians College of Life Premiere Olympian Golf Classic, dinner and golf tournament pairing celebrity-athletes with amateurs in a fundraiser for Art of the Olympians Foundation Inc., the Fort Myersbased museum and gallery, The Colony Golf & Country Club; 239-332-5055.

6 11th Annual Naples Founders Club Dinner, to benefit the Ave Maria University Jon Scharfenberger Memorial Scholarship, LaPlaya Golf & Beach Resort, Naples; 239280-2574.

7 Naples Historical Society, Christmas Gala at Historic Palm Cottage, cocktail reception in Naples’ oldest house followed by an elegant dinner in The Norris Gardens, both decorated for the holidays; 239-2618164.

8 Marine Industries Association of Collier County, Annual Christmas Boat Parade on Naples Bay, Naples Sailing & Yacht Club; miacc.org.

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11 Downtown Naples Christmas Parade, route from Third Street South to Fifth Avenue South to Eighth Street South; 239-213-7120.

8 Third Annual Rookery Bay Adventure Race Day, sponsored by up a Creek Kayak Tours; rookerybay.org.

8 Gulf Coast Runners, Marco Island Hill Run, Marco Island; 239-450-5485.

31 New Year’s Eve Fireworks, the Naples Pier; 239-213-7120.

THEATER/DANCE SPORTS

Marco Players Theater, Marco Island— Children’s Theater, Grinch Who Stole Christmas, Dec. 15-16; Lunch Box Series: Dance of the Muses, Dec. 8; 239-642-7270.

1 Special Olympics Collier County, Patrick Solis Charity Golf Classic, shotgun start, breakfast and lunch included, The Club at Olde Cypress, Naples; 239775-1991.

3 The First Tee Invitational, golf tournament, cocktails and hors d’oeuvres to raise funds for a facility for boys and girls to practice, and includes land development for a nine-hole course, Calusa Pines Golf Club, Naples; 239-825-4851.

The Naples Players—Leading Ladies, Dec. 1-15; ETC. Readers Theatre, Dec. 7-8; Sugden Community Theatre; 239-263-7990.

Norris Center, Naples—Gary Goodman, America’s Premier Comedy Magician, Mind Reader & Illusionist, Dec. 8; 239213-3049.

Opera Naples—Tosca, Dec. 20, 22, with the Naples Philharmonic Orchestra, Philharmonic Center for the Arts; operanaples​ .org, thephil.org.

Philharmonic Center for the Arts, Naples—An Evening With Martin Short, Dec. 12; Steve Solomon’s “My Mother’s Italian, My Father’s Jewish & I’m Home for the Holidays,” Dec. 21-23; thephil.org.

TheatreZone, Naples—A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, through Dec. 9, G&L Theater, Community School of Naples; 888-966-3352.

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Venue: Café Lurcat 1. Christy Carpenter, Jennifer Ryan, Shelley Soulliere 2. Back row: Gordon Kellam, Kristine Meek; front row: Christine Citrano, Dylan Sander, Christy Carpenter, Glen Schwesinger, J.D. Loden 3. Christine and Bernie Portnoy 4. Lisa Ficarra, Jenny Haire, Marita Gastaldello 5. Rosa Leon, Ben Riley, Lise Descoteaux, Elizabeth Garcia 6. J.D. Loden, Georgia Doll 7. Lacey King, Marla Ottenstein

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Venue: Ridgway Bar & Grill 1. Steven Wolff addresses the crowd 2. Mark Danni, Susan Gibbons, Thomas Smith 3. Danielle Boyke, Josh Dachs, Steven Wolff, Chick Heithaus, Susan Gibbons 4. Richard Tooke 5. Vicki Tracy, Muffy Clark-Gill, Dwight Richardson 6. Steven Wolff, Joan Wood

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GIVING BACK

MAKING MUSIC

By MARISA TORRIERI BLOOM

Alan Korest may not be able to play two notes on his favorite Steinway & Sons piano or a violin. Yet the gifts that most struck a chord with the 82-yearold retired industrial CEO were inspired by a love of music, especially classical.

In November 2006, Korest and his late wife, Marilyn, granted $2.5 million to Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) to establish the Bower School of Music, which was named in honor of his father-in-law and music aficionado, Edwin H. Bower.

“My basic core belief is that music provides unusual opportunities that nothing else offers in the same way to improve academic outcomes at all levels, from pre-K on,” says Korest, who joined the FGCU Foundation’s Board of Directors in 1999.

“That’s been the focus of my giving because I think music has such potential to improve our country’s dismal academic performance.”

The Korests’ FGCU donation achieved that and has kept on giving, from hiring new teachers for the college to launching a music therapy program.

Funds were also used to start a program to teach the violin each year to 70 underprivileged preschoolers in Immokalee. Korest proudly reports most of the graduates have gone on to ace Florida’s Kindergarten Readiness Test, scoring in the upper quartile.

Korest has made his musical footprint elsewhere in Southwest Florida as well, notably at Moorings Park. He collaborated with builders to help design the community’s Bower Chapel (funded by Bower), which is outfitted with a handcrafted Taylor & Boody organ that took nearly a year to build.

His vision of improving access to musical education extends beyond Naples. Last year, he endowed Oberlin College in Ohio with grants to launch an initiative aimed at supporting music programs in disadvantaged public schools, and he gifted the college with $150,000, which it used toward the purchase of its 200th Steinway piano.

In his spare time Korest enjoys traveling off the beaten path. He made news headlines for his trek to Libya during the protests in early 2011, a remarkable feat for an octogenarian and grandfather of 10. says Korest. “I am selfish in that I want to keep physically, mentally and intellectually engaged.” u

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“I don’t pay much attention to chronological age,”