Coastal Breeze News

In lieu of buying yet another year of holiday gifts for her family and friends, Kathleen Menchero, the owner of Top Dog Kitchen, decided to do something much better with her money. She decided to purchase as many dog and cat bandanas her budget could afford with her holiday gift cash and start a fund raising drive for the countless dogs, cats and wolves at the local rescue shelters. And for 2 bucks, anyone can help with this furry cause. “I wanted to collect donations on a larger and broader scale this year and this idea just came to me. It’s fun, affordable ... Read More »

IBERIABANK (www.iberiabank.com), a 125-year-old subsidiary of IBERIABANK Corporation, concluded a county-wide pet supply collection at the end of June with carts full of cat litter, canned food, dog toys, leashes, cleaning supplies and much more. The Naples Humane Society was the recipient of the company’s “i Gives Back” community outreach program. Associates and clients generously donated much needed pet supplies, and each branch featured a specific dog or cat that was available for adoption through the Naples Humane Society. Of the seven pets featured in Collier County, three were adopted during the month of June including Triple Tail, Zazu, and Ripley. ... Read More »

By Coastal Breeze News Staff  The only certainty about hurricanes is their uncertainty. Even the pundits and experts acknowledge the problems of knowing if, when and where they will strike. The only areas of common agreement are that residents and visitors should be prepared with necessary supplies such as water, canned or dry food, a full gasoline tank and drinking water; and that it is extremely dangerous to ignore warnings and evacuation orders. Too many lives have been lost by people who did not appreciate the danger that goes along with a severe tropical storm. Although Marco Island has not ... Read More »

Clive Daniel Home, 2777 Tamiami Trail North, Naples February 15, March 15, April 12 and May 17   Wine, compliments of Clive Daniel Home, will be served beginning at 4:30 p.m. All presentations begin at 5:15. Shakespeare in Paradise, Southwest Florida’s newest theater company, will present a lively lecture series at Clive Daniel Home throughout the winter season, and it’s free to the public. The series, beginning February 15, will include scenes from Shakespeare’s plays, as well as readings and discussions, led by Shakespearean actor/ producer/ director John McKerrow, founder of Shakespeare in Paradise. Wednesday, February 15 will be all ... Read More »

The Blessing of the Animals. All are invited to this free community event on October 2, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.  Father Kyle Bennett will bless all pets for health and happiness at the Blessing of the Pets festival at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church. Music will be performed by Ron Doiron and Shane Totten.  Free hot dogs for all! Also, join us at St. Mark’s Pet Memorial Garden, where your precious pet’s ashes can be interred and remembered forever. Call the office at 394-7242, ext. 93 if you have a pet to be interred. Participatants are: For the Love ... Read More »

By Danielle Dodder  Beep! Beep! A new runner’s club is starting up on Marco, just in time for area running aficionados to join the race across the Jolley Bridge on its November 19th formal opening. Scott and Lisa Hicks are local residents and avid runners whose favored route tracks from ‘Old Marco’ along Bald Eagle to Collier, then towards South Beach. By forming a club, the couple hopes to create a social, encouraging environment where fellow runners can meet. “It’s also a great way to promote fitness on the island,” adds Scott Hicks. The club’s first meeting was held on ... Read More »