Coastal Breeze News

Parade is Saturday, March 10th at 2:00 pm. It runs from St. John Newman’s High School (3000 53rd Street SW, Golden Gate) to the Golden Gate Community Center (4701 Golden Gate Parkway). It is funded by the Nites of Lions, Collier Rotary, Kiwanis, Golden Gate Community Center, Golden Gate Civic Association and the Golden Gate Estates Civic Association. Read More »

IBERIABANK (www.iberiabank.com), a 124-year-old subsidiary of IBERIABANK Corporation, launched a community support program in January aimed at giving back to local non-profit organizations and the community titled “i Gives Back.” In the program’s first month, IBERIABANK collected over 300 used cell phones in Collier and Lee Counties for The Shelter for Abused Women & Children in Collier County (www.naplesshelter.org) and Abuse Counseling and Treatment, Inc. (A.C.T.) of Lee County (www.actabuse.com). “The Shelter relies on community partners like IBERIABANK for support and help in achieving our goals. The cell phones we received from “i Gives Back” will allow our shelter victims ... Read More »

Clive Daniel Home, which opened its first home furnishings showroom in Naples in November, announces the appointment of Kris Kolar, ASID, NCIDQ, to the position of Vice President of Merchandising and Design. In making the announcement, President/CEO Daniel Lubner said, “As the leaders of Robb & Stucky for three decades, our resources included a vast field of top notch professionals around the country. Kris Kolar, who served as our Vice President of Interior Design for 15 years and led our award-winning interior design team to national recognition, was our first and only choice for this expanded new position.” Kolar’s work ... Read More »

The San Marco Council of Catholic Women invite you to Casino Night on Saturday, March 10, 2012 in the Parish Center on San Marco Road. The fun starts at 7:00 pm and your donation of $40 entitles you to $2000 in chips and a mini taste of Marco, with food generously donated by The Brewery, Cafe de Marco, Casa Mia, CJ’s on the Bay, Erins Isle, The Islander, Kretch’s, Publix, NeNe’s and Vandy’s. Also, many local businesses have donated gift certificates, and the gift baskets for winners are worth $350.00 to $500.00 each. It promises to be a great night. ... Read More »

SPECIAL ALERT!! Due to an excessive number of applications expected to be received by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for floodplain map changes from Collier County residents, FEMA has advised the county that a different address should be used to assist with processing the paperwork more efficiently. If you intend to mail a Letter of Map Amendment (LOMA) or Letter of Map Revision Based upon Placement of Fill (LOMR-F) application to FEMA based upon the new floodplain mapping Digital Flood Insurance Rate Map (DFIRM), please do not send the application to the LOMC Clearinghouse address that is listed on ... Read More »

ORCHIDS—the precious jewels we grow in our sub-tropical climate here in Paradise. Sparkling like the drops of spray from the warm waters of the Gulf, shining like the moonbeams on the swaying palm fronds and glowing like the sun-kissed grains of sand of the beaches; fragrant like the caressing tropical breezes flowing from the land. May we share their beauty with you at the Naples 39th Annual Orchid Show and Sale? Oh those beautiful jewel-colored orchids! Please join us in enjoying them at the Naples Orchid Society’s show and sale, March 16, 17 and 18. This year’s show will be ... Read More »

Lennar Corp. has released its second distinctive village at Fiddler’s Creek – Runaway Bay, a neighborhood of 98 single-family residences situated along The Creek and The Creek Course. Located within the Marsh Cove section of Fiddler’s Creek, Runaway Bay will offer four unique floor plans. Construction will begin in March with the first model available shortly thereafter. “Runaway Bay is the second village initiated at Fiddler’s Creek by Lennar,” said Aubrey J. Ferrao, President and CEO of Fiddler’s Creek, LLC. “We are excited to add another product offering by this respected national homebuilder. The choice of luxury homes available at ... Read More »

The U.S. Postal Service has issued a number of stamps celebrating several American icons—from 19th Century weather vanes to colorful Hawaiian shirts and helpful dogs. They each have a specific value, intended forspecific uses, they are not Forever stamps. All are on sale at local post offices or from www.usps.com.Dogs at Work. This is a set of four 65-cent stamps honoring the efforts of dogs used for comfort, guiding, tracking, and search and rescue. The search-and-rescue dog featured in the set is Mittru, a German shepherd,who participated in recovery efforts after the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. Other stamps feature ... Read More »

Jessica Souva, Florida Program Liaison for the Veterans History Project of the Library of Congress American Folklife Center”, will conduct a training program on March 24, 2012 at the Museum of Military Memorabilia located at the Naples Airport Commercial Terminal off Airport Road. The training will run from 9AM – Noon. Registration and continental breakfas begins at 8 am and the museum will be open until 4 PM. The event is hosted by Dr. Lois A Bolin, Old Naples Historian and Florida Chair for Spirit of ’45 and the Musuem of Military Memorebelia. Sponsors of the event are Homer Helter, ... Read More »

Dreams of fishing will become reality for women at the Southwest Florida award winning “Ladies, Let’s Go Fishing!”® seminar, March 16-18, 2011 in Naples, FL. Held in conjunction with support from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), the ‘Women’s Fishing University’ will offer a weekend of educational fishing activities at the Naples Harbour Yacht Club, with hotel accommodations at the Marriott Fairfield Inn & Suites. The seminar will kick off with the Harbor Financial networking happy hour at the beautiful Naples Harbour Yacht Club on Friday evening, March 16, from 6-8 pm. The classroom portion starts at 8:00 ... Read More »

The date is February 25th, 2012 and the time is 10:00 a.m. on Saturday morning. The event is the City of Marco Island Parks and Recreation annual formal tea party. The cloudy weather is cooperating for the selected theme “Singing in the Rain”. The Mackle Park Community Room is decked out in theme inspired backdrops for a Hollywood Studio film lot. The stars are beginning to arrive. Some are dressed in beautiful hats and colorful attire. We have 35 ladies dressed as flappers, as if they walked off the studio lot in their “Singing in the Rain” costumes. Leading Lady ... Read More »

Shakespeare in Paradise launches its second season as “best new theatre company in Southwest Florida” with A Midsummer Night’s Dream with performances at Barron Collier High School on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, March 22, 23, 24 and 29, 30, 31 at 8:00 PM. As a professional theatre company dedicated to presenting understandable and entertaining Shakespeare to the public and to the youth of Southwest Florida, Shakespeare in Paradise employs professional actors, directors, designers and technicians to work alongside student interns. This production’s 10 interns not only perform in the show, but gain experience working backstage and as understudies for leading ... Read More »

The YMCA and the Marco Bike Path Committee are coming together for the second year in a row for their Tour de Marco bike ride. The event, held April 1st, will begin and end at the Greater Area Marco Island YMCA, 101 Sandhill Street. All are encouraged to participate in this fundraising event for the YMCA. Tour de Marco is split into two different bike rides. The 30-mile ride begins at 8:00 AM and the 15-mile ride will start at 9:00 AM. Bikers can register beginning at 7:00 AM the day of the race for $25, or register in advance ... Read More »

Do you remember when you were young and ate a peanut butter and jelly sandwich for lunch? You can help a family experience the same feeling and also provide needed food. April 2, 2012 is National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day. To celebrate, St. Vincent de Paul Society Naples District Council is collecting jars of peanut butter and jelly in locations throughout the Naples area during the month of March. These jars will be distributed to hungry families in the Naples area during the week of April 2, 2012. To donate, look for collection boxes at your community’s center, local ... Read More »

The Ohio State Alumni Club of Naples is hosting its Annual Gala Event on Saturday, March 10, 2012 at the Hilton Naples, Naples, Florida at 6PM. Kirk Herbstreit will be our Honorary Chair that evening to promote our Club’s Scholarship Endowment Fund which awards scholarships to deserving local students to attend The Ohio State University. This is Kirk Herbstreit’s first official appearance at this event in Naples and we want to welcome him to our beautiful community. We welcome all fans, friends, and alumni. For additional information to attend the Gala, please contact Sue at 239-405-7068 or check out our ... Read More »

On February 11th the Community Foundation of Collier County launched Collier 211 for all Collier citizens. Collier 211 is an Information & Referral Service available by dialing 2-1-1 or by visiting www.collier211.org. You can also call 239-263-4211. The backbone of Collier 211 consists of multi-lingual phone operators, who also serve as trained crisis counselors. They connect callers in need of services 24 hours/day, 365 days/year, to available community programs. Information and Referral Services (I&R Services) help individuals, families and communities identify, understand and effectively use programs offered by community nonprofits, government and for-profit service providers. All calls are confidential. When ... Read More »

The single-named artist, Misa, and Gallery O of Naples will be collaborating for the second time in the art event of the year. The theme for 2012, entitled “Dawn of the New Age,” will benefit “Kids Fight Cancer.” The red-carpet art expo is scheduled for Friday, March 16th from 6:00-9:00 p.m. and will be held at Gallery O – purveyor of exotic Belizean hardwoods, rustic and fine art, furniture, jewelry, and home décor – located at 600 Fifth Avenue South, #106, right next to Chico’s. Born in the Czech Republic and now based out of Chicago, Misa has long been ... Read More »

Parents and Guardians of current fifth graders and students are invited to attend an Information Night at Marco Island Charter Middle School on Thursday, March 8 from 6:00 to 7:00. The program will begin the enrollment process for the 2012-13 school year and will include a description of the school’s academic and extracurricular programs, a tour of the campus and the application process. At the conclusion of the Information Night program, the 10-Day Open Enrollment period will start, during which individuals can obtain an application and the school will receive completed applications. The school’s current enrollment is the highest in ... Read More »

Governor Rick Scott announced Publix Super Markets plans to create a one-million-square-foot distribution center in Orlando with a $188.5 million capital investment. Plans also call for staffing 156 new jobs during the center’s first three years of operation. “It is always good news for Florida when a company expands and increases its investment here,” said Governor Rick Scott. “Publix has a well-known history as one of Florida’s leading corporate citizens and contributors to our economic growth.” Publix is working to make the new refrigerated distribution center operational by fourth quarter 2014, according to Richard Schuler, Publix’s vice president of distribution. ... Read More »

The Arbor Day Foundation today announced that Marco Island, FL, was named a Tree City USA community for its commitment to urban forestry. It is the 3rd year Marco Island has earned this national honor from the Arbor Day Foundation, the nation’s largest nonprofit organization dedicated to planting trees. “We all benefit when communities like Marco Island place a high priority on planting and caring for trees, one of our nation’s most beautiful resources,” said John Rosenow, chief executive and founder of the Arbor Day Foundation. “Trees shade our homes and add beauty to our neighborhoods, and they also provide many environmental, economic and social benefits. ... Read More »