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features 76 / To Naples, With Love

On the heels of numerous multimilliondollar gifts, Jay and Patty Baker step up again to raise the bar in philanthropy

By Brian Patrick Eha

84 / Leading Ladies

Five brilliant Naples women whose style and grace reflect the beauty of our fair city

By Kat Smith Photography by Vanessa Rogers

94 / Block Party

Spring accessories burst in a spectrum of vivid color Photography by Vanessa Rogers

100 / Into the Wind

Lightweight fabrics capture the spirit of spring in a beachfront setting Photography by Gabor Jurina

110 / Garden Variety

A bejeweled bouquet of botanical beauties

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departments 26 / From the Publisher 30 / From the Editor 32 / NaplesIllustrated.com

Log on to see Easter ideas on our Pinterest board; get the 411 on the Naples Craft Beer Festival

34 / In Focus

Celebrity Martini Glass Auction; Boots & Boogie Barn Dance; The Shelter’s luncheon, the Wishmaker’s Ball

45 / Insider

The affable Bill Engvall visits Southwest Florida; Richard and Ginger Craven’s generosity funds mobile health care

51 / Style

Spring trends: aviation inspiration and Latin influence

54 /Tastemakers

Hayden Lasher, designer and great-grandniece of Henri Bendel, talks classical design

56 / Vanity

Nutrient-packed sea minerals and plants nurture skin

58 / Treasure

What’s old is new—wear jewelry inspired by history

60 / Finds

Catch a breath of fresh air with wind-inspired goods

63 / Escape

An elegant-rustic retreat in the Great Smoky Mountains JUMPING ROCKS

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Meet the thrilling Lexus LC 500, a two-door sports coupe coming to a showroom near you By howard walker

117 / Taste

French cuisine tastefully twisted by the creative Chef Pyro; meet Gerald Sombright of Marco Island Marriott Beach Resort’s new fine-dining venue, Ario; noteworthy newcomer in Bonita Springs

132 / Pour

Raise a glass to five women winemakers making their mark in a male-dominated world By mark spivak

135 / Abode

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139 / Balance

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148 / Wealth

Advice for pet owners to ensure faithful furry companions are cared for in the event of their death

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189 / Agenda

“Contemplating Nature,” an exhibit at Gardner Colby Gallery, explores artists’ connection with nature

210 / Seen

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216 / Sense of Place

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This year Naples Illustrated launched a new custom magazine, Dine239. A celebration of dining, the guide has been embraced by visitors and residents. With distribution at hotels and resorts around the area, our seasonal guests get a vivid look at the bourgeoning restaurant scene on the Paradise Coast—which is still a fitting nickname for the area, even if El Niño has delivered an extra large dose of precipitation this year. It’s much better being here than watching snowdrifts pile up.

Our annual visitors have been packing the boutiques from uptown to downtown, along with the golf courses and restaurants all over the area during their well-deserved vacation time. For the locals, however, daily business surges ahead unabated. The March issue of Naples Illustrated is historically one of our largest in both editorial and advertising content. As I write this just days before going to press, the phones continue to ring as clients request additional advertising space and test the definition of the word “deadline.”

It pleases me greatly to know the stories we publish, and the audience we serve, are valued by the community at large. Our publications and website are trusted resources for what is current and trending in and around Naples. Print—that most reliable medium—is alive and well in Southwest Florida.

Two years ago we launched a concerted effort to increase the number of Naples Illustrated subscribers. This year we have surpassed 18,500—a significant number in our small but growing City of Naples, and the total continues to rise. Circulation now exceeds 30,000 copies per issue on average. In a busy month like March, the print run grows to nearly 33,000.

These increases allow the magazine to reach an influential and even more diverse readership throughout the Naples area.

This area is no longer simply a seasonal getaway. It has grown in both year-round population and its influence on the future of all Southwest Florida.

As challenged as we are by a few more weeks of busy streets and full reservation books, we know these visitors and seasonal guests hold the key to the future growth and success of Naples.

It’s a future we at Naples Illustrated embrace and look forward to being a part of for many years to come.

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Editor’s pick: Love the delicate whimsy of this Etro silk floral gown and cape. For more breezy fashions that inspire the romance of spring, turn to “Into the Wind” on page 100.

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It’s no surprise that Naples is a small town with an enormous heart.

Philanthropists in our community personify the popular saying “to give is to receive.” Take Jay and Patty Baker. There is no mistaking the joie de vivre on their faces when making a charitable donation, whether it’s raising a paddle at an auction or gifting millions of dollars in one fell swoop— and then turning around to give again and again. The Bakers have been planting the seeds of philanthropy in Naples for more than 20 years and watching the community transform with their financial nourishment.

In this issue, we profile the Bakers as they announce their latest gift exclusively to NI in “To Naples, With Love,” which begins on page 76. You’ll see how the couple’s passions and compassion are aligned, for each other as much as for the community. In a sentimental gesture during the cover photo shoot, Patty Baker disappeared for a moment, and returned to be photographed wearing a pair of red pumps. Her wide smile hinted that there was a story behind those shoes. Indeed. As it turns out, she bought them just before her first date with Jay. She was an hour late for the date because of a shoe sale. That was 30 years ago. They still chuckle at the memory, and the fact that she still has those red shoes, which now grace our cover.

Speaking of grace, it’s time again to shine the spotlight on “Leading Ladies,” our annual feature that profiles five exceptional women in our community. While these women range widely in experience and profession, from entrepreneurs to business executives to philanthropists, they are similarly remarkable in that they have each seized opportunities to embrace our community in inspiring ways. Turn to page 84 to find out who we’re honoring this year.

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Are you getting enough zzzs? March 6-13 marks National Sleep Awareness Week. Head to naplesillustrated.com/sleepweek for help from the experts at the Sleep Disorders Center of Southwest Florida, as they share the latest sleep research and tips on how to get a better night’s rest.

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The Guy Next Door When you see Bill Engvall live, the good-natured persona he projects is the real deal. The person on stage, he says, is the same guy you see at the mall, the library, or the gas station. When people see his show, he wants them to feel like they are sitting in their living room and he’s the funny guy doing the talking. The comedian and actor will bring his laid-back comedy show to the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall in Fort Myers March 29. (239-481-4849; bbmannpah.com) —Kat Smith NI: What influences your material these days?

Engvall: My wife, Gail, and I built a house. I’m going to market a new bumper sticker: “If you think you know your spouse, build a house.” When you buy a house, you don’t think about stuff like drawer pulls and towel bars because they are just there. When you have to go and pick them, it just sucks. I also talk about the last year, which wasn’t great health-wise. After being on Dancing With the Stars, I had to have my knee replaced, so I talk about that. After that, I got kidney stones, and then I got shingles. I told my wife I didn’t even want to go to the doctor anymore. I’m afraid they’re going to look at me and say, “Just sell him for parts.“ What else have you been working on?

I’ve been doing a lot of independent films. I did one the year before last called Catching Faith, a little family faithbased movie. I just did another, coming out at Christmas this year, where I play a down-on-his-luck street-corner Santa. A week after, I flew to Mississippi and shot a movie that is just going to shock people. It’s not a comedy. I play a killer. I always want to do things that stretch me and stretch the way people think about me.

Any plans to write another book?

Not as of yet. That little book I wrote, Just a Guy (St. Martin’s Press, first edition, 2007), unfortunately came out the same time as my television show. I said, ‘Don’t release it at the same time because it’s going to get buried in the media.’ That was a good book, and I wish more people had a chance to read it. I wanted to tell people that even those with normal lives can have an interesting story. You don’t have to have been beaten or a drug abuser or whatever. I wanted to say it’s okay to be normal.

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For more than 11 years, the Ronald McDonald Care Mobile, a 40-foot-long clinic on wheels operated by Healthcare Network of Southwest Florida, has provided free dental, medical, and vision care to the underprivileged children of Collier County.

But when Richard Craven, who sits on the Care Mobile advisory council, learned in late 2014 just how great was the need for similar care among adults, he and his wife, Ginger, pledged to help Healthcare Network purchase a second care mobile that would treat entire families.

Thanks to the Cravens’ gift of $300,000, the Health & Smiles Care Mobile will hit the road this month. The original mobile clinic sees nearly 2,800 patients annually, and the new mobile unit will have a similar capacity. “There are so many more in need, and with a mobile unit you can go to schools, you can go wherever the need is,” says Ginger, who first began visiting Naples with her husband 40 years ago.

The need is indeed great. More than 65,000 adults in the county don’t have primary dental care, and, in 2013, more than 18,000 sought dental care at emergency rooms. To address the urgency, the new care mobile will be on the road four to five days a week, visiting community centers, schools, YMCAs, and even residential areas.

The Cravens got involved with Healthcare Network in the spring of 2014 at the organization’s annual golf tournament and fundraiser, where they committed to cover the Ronald McDonald Care Mobile’s operating expenses. But the Cravens’ latest gift took Steve Wheeler, Healthcare Network’s vice president of development, by surprise. For many years, the Cravens, who moved to Naples from Minneapolis in the early 2000s, donated only to Christian organizations, including Habitat for Humanity and their church, St. John the Evangelist. Wheeler asked why the couple was now donating so much money to Healthcare Network. Richard replied, “Ginger and I decided that if what you’re doing isn’t God’s work, then we don’t know what God’s work is.” «

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Better agriculture is growing on State Road 29 just north of Immokalee. The University of Florida Southwest Florida Research & Education Center recently completed a $2 million expansion, with three new labs and offices for six new faculty members. The center serves as a tool for growers, farmers, and other clients in Collier, Charlotte, Glades, Hendry, and Lee counties. The faculty members have expertise in disciplines including agriculture, citrus horticulture, and plant pathology. “The expansion will allow us to bring on some disciplines that this center has never had before,” says Center Director Dr. Calvin Arnold. “We will now be able to house a weed scientist, a microbiologist, and an agricultural engineer.” The expanded facility will allow faculty members to continue research focused on solving a number of horticultural problems affecting Florida as a whole and specifically Southwest Florida. Arnold says the center will help solve problems faced by citrus and vegetable growers, making them more profitable while also better protecting the environment. —C.K.

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At age 23, Naples resident Alexa Lindquist was diagnosed with ovarian cancer and has been bravely battling the disease. When a few of her close friends reached out to local business owner Ken Lawson of the Naples Beach Brewery about hosting a fundraiser to help pay the young woman’s medical bills, he and the rest of his team rose to the occasion. They hosted a large group of friends, family, and community members for a night of craft beers, food trucks, and unwavering support.

Naples Beach Brewery donated 20 percent of all proceeds from the evening to Lindquist’s medical fund.

Lawson also has pledged to donate $1 from every sale of Naples Beach Brewery’s two top selling beers—Line Dropper and Latitude Adjustment—to the fund through the end of April.

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It is easier than ever to spoil our furry companions in Naples, thanks to Shear Luxury Pet Styling salon, recently opened

by Jennifer Tedaldi and Yoselin Bravo on the corner of Golden Gate Parkway and Goodlette-Frank Road. After working in the industry for several years, the two master groomers decided it was time to create a place of their own. The salon includes two grooming stations, a variety of all-natural primping products, and a menu of lavish services, including fur dyeing, feather extensions, “pawdicures,” facials, even mud baths. Whether you favor an American Kennel Club standard breed clip, a customized cut, or something a bit funkier, your pet will leave the salon in high style.(shearluxurypetstyling.com) —C.K.

Kids Who Care

Who says spare change doesn’t add up? Students at Calusa Park Elementary School in Naples recently raised $2,823 to help 4-year-old Hannah Ahlquist, the daughter of one of the school’s teachers. The little girl was left a quadriplegic after her family’s SUV was hit by a car running a red light. The students raised the money through the Giver Program, which was created by local organization Charity for Change. The 29-week program teaches kids about the importance of giving through in- and afterschool activities. Every six weeks, the children vote on a different charity to help. “In this case, the kids all knew Hannah and her mom, so there was no question that everybody wanted to help her,” says Karen Conley, president and CEO of Charity for Change. To raise money, students brought in their spare change, hosted miniature fundraisers, and earned money by completing math questions and character education puzzles, activities funded by Charity for Change donors. Conley l cipa Prin Lynda adds, “The children are always so Walcott, engaged with the program, and Hannah and Ana it really helps to build their emAhlquist, Karen pathy, compassion, and sense of Conley community.” –Anna Bjorlin

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Latin influences heat things up for spring

Technicolor dream bag Raffia bucket bag with pom-poms ($4,495), Dolce & Gabbana, special order, Marissa Collections, Naples

Ball of fun Beaded ring with ball earrings ($390), Oscar de la Renta, Marissa Collections, Naples

Folklore Enamel signet ring ($3,795), Jennifer Fisher Jewelry, jenniferfisher jewelry.com

Fit for Royalty Piloutin Maharadja antique multicolored cotton/silk ribbon embroidered bag ($1,650), Christian Louboutin, christianlouboutin.com

Naeem khan spring/summer 2016 Multicolored embroidered flowers and patterns showcase Mexican inspirations on the spring runways.

Festive footwear Pon pon sandal in beige and multicolor ($825), Aquazarra, Saks Fifth Avenue, Naples

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Classic Elegance WHO: Hayden Lasher, fashion designer and entrepreneur FAMILY TIES: Great-grandniece of iconic fashion designer Henri Bendel BELGIAN BAGS COLLECTION: A New York-based brand of handbags designed in collaboration with Belgian Shoes, featuring the same structured silhouette, fine Italian leather, and signature bow detailing

BY ANNA BJORLIN NI: Did you always want to go into fashion?

Lasher: Yes. My family has deep roots in fashion, and the landscape of our conversations tends to revolve around art, history, and style, so it’s always been a big interest of mine.

The idea for the handbags had been in my brain for years. I spent around five years gathering experience. I studied in New York and Paris, and got some professional experience at Michael Kors, Marc by Marc Jacobs, and Oscar de la Renta before starting my own line in 2014.

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My mother gave me a great sense of color.

She mixes and matches colors to make unexpected statements, and that’s what I wanted to do with the bag.

The Shelter for Abused Women & Children’s Old Bags Luncheon will be held March 24 at The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples. (naplesshelter.org/oldbags)

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How did Henri Bendel inspire you?

His designs transcend time. Looking back at some of his designs now, you see how they’re still relevant today. That’s what I was trying to do with the Belgian Bag—create something that’s classic. It’s not a trend or an overnight sensation but something you can carry for the rest of your life that will always be fashionable and stylish.

What sets your brand apart?

The bags are handmade in New York, and the quality of the materials we choose are really important. Also, some of our colors are limited-edition, so we only make a certain number of them. I like the idea that the women carrying them can feel the handbags are special and not something many people have.

How did you get involved with The Shelter for Abused Women & Children’s Old Bags Luncheon?

I’m happy to support an organization that helps prevent and protect women from domestic violence in whatever way I can. I’m donating one of our Belgian Bags, a really beautiful one I figured was best suited for Florida. It’s made of vanilla pebbled leather with pink lambskin piping and has a hot pink suede interior. It goes perfectly with tropical colors.

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David Webb, New York (212-421-3030, davidwebb.com) 2. Boundless Beauty Coomi Eternity earrings with diamonds and blue sapphires set in 20-karat gold, $20,000. Saks Fifth Avenue, Naples (239-592-5900, saksfifthavenue.com) 3. When in Rome Donatella Linari necklace with African and Italian coral, bronze Roman coin, and sterling silver Bali beads, $6,500. (donatellalinari.com) 4. About Face Bulgari Monete ring with antique bronze coin set in 18-karat pink gold, $5,850. (bulgari.com) 5. Snake Charmer Penny Preville snake ring with diamonds set in 18-karat green gold, $4,390. Bigham Jewelers, Naples (239-434-2800, bighamjewelers.com) 6. Bye Bye Birdie Temple St. Clair Volo cuff with diamonds set in 18-karat gold, $28,500. Saks Fifth Avenue, Naples (239592-5900, saksfifthavenue.com)

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ZEPHYROus Catch a breeze from this cool fan’s three oil-rubbed sweeping blades ($735). Wilson Lighting, Naples (239-592-6006; wilsonlighting.com)

HEADWIND The Aquatica linen ship pillow, with intricate hand-worked beading, recalls high-spirited ocean journeys of the past while adding a stylish note to a sofa ($325). Jonathan Adler (jonathanadler.com)

The Wind in your sails The DS42 sailboat, with its long overhangs, gentle sheerline, and high raised border around the cockpit, offers classic elegance plus advanced technology for cruising solo or with guests (price upon request). Hinckley Yachts, Naples (239-919-8142; hinckleyyachts.com)

CHIME in Wind chime by artist Tim Kline with copper, natural Pacific beach stones, and driftwood, looks just right for Gulf-front outdoor decor ($175). Coast Chimes (coastchimes.com)

Art in Motion Artist Lyman Whitaker’s kinetic wind sculptures, featured currently outside the von Liebig Art Center, celebrate the simple joy of elegant motion along with a connection to what goes on in the natural world (prices vary). Leopold Gallery (leopold gallery.com)

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By DAPHNE NIKOLOPOULOS

Carolina Comfort Jumping Rocks

The Living Room was built with recycled logs from old cabins and churches in and around North Carolina.

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• After dinner, linger in the Living Room for hot cocoa and conversation. If you’re lucky, Dan Matthews may lead a singalong on his grandfather’s player piano.

• Sit on the front porch and watch the hummingbirds gather around the feeders and nectar plants.

• Take part in one of the educational talks in The Swag library.

The experts leading the hikes offer wonderful interactive programs.

The fog descending among the peaks (top) gives the Smoky Mountains their name.

The Swag is a rustic retreat in the Smokies, offering luxe accommodations, hiking, and gourmet cuisine.

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t’s just after 7 in the evening, and the sun is about to descend behind the steelgray mountain range in the distance.

The clouds have settled among the peaks, and a chill needles the air around the private resort that sits 5,000 feet above sea level.

A white-haired gentleman wearing a tweed sport coat walks across the great lawn and greets his guests, who are lounging on Adirondack chairs and admiring the view.

There are hugs and laughter, underscoring the feeling of a house party with friends who clearly have been here before.

At the rustic mountain retreat known as The Swag, guests and friends are one and the same. They have been coming to the North Carolina property near Waynesville for years to hide from the bustle amid densely wooded backcountry, long mountain views, and

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understated luxury. They even have a special name: Swaggers.

It’s easy to fathom the lure of this place, which begins at the gated entrance. Press a call button to be granted admission, then drive two and a half miles and 1,000 feet up a winding road before coming to a compound of timber cabins, gazebos, undulating lawns, and a profusion of flowers. All is silent, save for the wing beat of hummingbirds and the song of the wood thrush. Mountain peaks—the Great

Clockwise from top left: The Swag in the fall; timber construction; natural beauty around the property; the Matthews’ Suite; eggplant tower.

It’s a small retreat, and it will stay that way. “We have a good balance,” Dan says.

“Folks can get to know each other, if they so choose. We don’t want to ruin that.”

Deener handled the design herself, imbuing suites and public areas with the sensibility of the mountains and the sense of sinking into a cashmere blanket—cozy yet luxurious. Her touch is evident everywhere: A watercolorist, Deener has painted several of the landscapes adorning the main house.

And every Wednesday, at the top of Gooseberry Knob, she personally hosts a picnic with a huge Southern spread of grilled fare, gorgeous salads, and homemade desserts.

Included in the accommodation package, the food alone is worth a trip to The Swag. Menus are sea-

Copper tubs (below) are among the luxe appointments at The Swag. Hiking trails (below left) offer wildlife and bird encounters in gorgeous country.

Jumping Rocks

Smokies, the Black Mountains, the Plott Balsams, and the Great Balsams—hold the property in their embrace. Even hard-core type As relax at this sight.

The Swag feels special because it was originally conceived as a private residence. Dan and Deener Matthews bought the 250-acre property in the late 1960s and built their summer home with repurposed centuries-old logs from several states. “This was a recycling project in a way, a labor of love,” says Dan, an Episcopalian priest and rector emeritus of New York’s Trinity Church on Wall Street.

The Matthews decided to open The Swag to guests in 1982, when they hosted some Knoxville World’s Fair VIPs who were more taken with the views than with the fair itself.

They began with a few rooms and evolved into 14 splendidly appointed suites, featuring such elements as copper tubs, outdoor showers, in-room saunas, and stone fireplaces.

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Left to right: stone fireplace in Gail’s Room; picnic for two on the great lawn; on a clear day, you can see all the way to Tennessee.

sonal and make use of regional ingredients such as mountain trout from Pisgah National Forest or duck from an Asheville farm. Not to be missed is the Swag Bar, a peanut butter-chocolate confection that is the best motivation to hike a few extra miles.

Because The Swag sits on the edge of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, hiking is the most popular activity here. Guests can pick up a walking stick and head out on

the trail or go with the resident naturalist (by far the better option). The Swag commissions a different expert every week, from North America’s foremost authority on black bears to storyteller Donald Davis, who leads hikes during the day and tells tales by the fire at night. Regardless of who’s in residence during your stay, be assured it will be an enriching and unforgettable experience in the company of fellow Swaggers. (theswag.com) «

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Take part in afternoon tea. There’s no better way to channel your inner Parisian

than to experience an afternoon of high tea. Served daily in the Grand Salon, the Baccarat Hotel’s afternoon tea menu features a delectable list of French teas, sandwiches, and les petites douceurs.

For the ultimate Marie Antoinette experience, chase your thé with a glass of Ruinart Champagne.

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Zip around Manhattan in the Citroën City Car. For the ultimate city experience, take the Baccarat’s vintage 1970 Citroën DS for a spin. It’s by far the chicest way to pick up a dress at Bergdorf’s, meet friends for dinner and drinks, or take in a Broadway show. The chauffeured red sedan will take guests to any destination within 15 blocks of the hotel, so step out and show up in classic French style.

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Marvel at the crystal Harcourt wall. The Baccarat Hotel’s interior stuns with

bespoke crystal, and no piece is more beguiling than the grand Harcourt Wall. Located behind the hotel’s entrance, the wall comprises 2,000 Harcourt glasses laid horizontally and illuminated with LED panels. Walk by several times throughout the day to see the wall subtly dance with illumination.

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Sample the Parisian Tea Room Cocktail.

Stop by The Bar and order a Parisian Tea Room. Made with gin, Cappelletti, fresh pineapple juice, Ruinart Blanc de Blancs Champagne, and a tea blend created specially for the Baccarat Hotel by renowned tea company Mariage Frères, this sip is a one-of-a-kind concoction—served in a signature Baccarat glass.

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Relax at the Spa de La Mer. The first-ever full-service spa by luxury skin-care brand La Mer, Spa de La Mer transports guests to a tranquil European seaside retreat thanks to comfortable yet chic surrounds by hotel designers Gilles & Boissier and services that embrace the sea’s healing powers. We recommend the La Mer Baccarat Facial, an exclusive 90-minute treatment that uses Baccarat crystals to leave skin feeling flawless, translucent, and radiant—just like the crystal itself. (baccarathotels.com)

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Coupe De Thrill The shining star of this year’s Detroit auto show, the supercool LC 500 sports coupe injects excitement into the Lexus lineup

By Howard Walker We’ve all seen those dreamy auto-show concept cars brimming with blue-sky technology and angry-appliance styling. Lexus pulled the silk off one, the LF-LC Concept, at the Detroit auto show back in 2012.

I remember gazing at it, wide-eyed and slack-jawed, thinking there was no way in a year of Sundays they’d ever put it into production.

Surely, this was just another dream machine designed to grab 15 seconds of fame on the 6 o’clock news.

Guess what? They’ve gone and given it the thumbs-up. This time next year, the LC 500 will be in a Lexus showroom near you, stickering for around $100,000 and going head-to-head with the BMW 650i, the Porsche 911 coupe, and the Maserati GranTurismo.

It’s a bold move for Lexus to throw its resources behind a flagship model that isn’t a flavor-of-the-moment, tall-riding, luxury SUV. The fact is, two-door luxury coupes are the unicorns of the automotive world, and they sell in very small quantities.

Regardless, we love them, we want them, and we dream of having them in our driveways. Just gazing at this new LC will make any car lover want to grab the keys and head for the nearest serpentine back road.

Beyond looks, this LC also has all the right performance credentials.

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A big, thundering, naturally aspirated 5.0-liter V-8—the same one that motivates Lexus’ hotshot RC F coupe and GS F sedan—sits under the hood.

A paddle-shifter 10-speed automatic channels 467 horseys to the rear wheels. And this puppy can race from zero to 60 in less than 4.5 seconds.

What’s more, Lexus hasn’t built it around some existing handme-down platform but started with a brand-new, state-of-the-art rear-wheel-drive architecture concocted from a mix of carbon fiber, aluminum, composites, and high-strength steel. Lexus boasts it’s the stiffest, most rigid chassis it has ever built. Expect the next generation of Lexus LS sedans to use a version of it.

But it’s the car’s drop-dead gorgeous styling that will likely have buyers reaching for their AmEx Black Cards to snag a spot on the waiting list. Just look at the thing—it’s a work of art.

Up front, it features an even bigger, more dominating version of Lexus’ new signature spindle grille featuring a 3-D mesh texture.

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Now open the door and climb aboard. If you

PRICE: From $100,000 thought such a sports-focused coupe would (estimated) ON SALE: March 2017 Love it or loathe it, it has huge presence and come with a sports-focused interior, think again.

ENGINE: 5.0-liter V-8 POWER: 467-hp deflects the description of Lexus models as dull, The cabin is as rich and luxurious as any other TORQUE: 389 pound-feet boring, or lacking in soul. top-end Lexus model—maybe even more so.

TRANSMISSION: 10-speed automatic And can we talk about the lighting? I love the Seemingly every inch of the cabin is lathered in 0-60: 4.5 seconds TOP SPEED: 155 mph (estimated) LENGTH/WIDTH: way the daytime LED running lights hang down hand-stitched, glove-soft leather, Alcantara, and 187.4/75.6 inches WHY WE LOVE IT: like Dracula’s fangs. I adore the teeny triple LED brushed metal.

It shows Lexus is determined to headlights beneath glass covers that wield the For a car with such a low and swoopy roofline, the add more excitement to its industry’s thinnest projectors. If you saw this “face” interior, with its two small rear seats, is also surprisingly lineup.

rushing up behind you in your rearview screaming “Coming through!” you’d definitely move over.

The rear-end treatment is equally dramatic, especially around the fenders, which bulge like Rambo’s biceps. And those huge, 21-inch alloys shod with rubber-band-thin Michelin Pilots only add to the Hot Wheels look.

light and airy. This is partly due to the standard glass roof (a weight-saving carbon fiber roof panel is optional) as well as the large rear window and small side windows.

You can bet it won’t be too long after the LC 500’s arrival that a more hard-core LC F version, and maybe even a hybrid, will be introduced.

They’ll just be icing on the LC’s already very tasty cake. «

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Love On the heels of numerous multimillion dollar gifts, Jay and Patty Baker step up once again to raise the bar in philanthropy and help transform Naples

By Brian Patrick Eha | Photography by VANESSA ROGERS

Ever since founding Gulfshore Playhouse in 2004, Kristen Coury has dreamed of creating “a Tony Award-winning regional theater” in Naples but has lacked a venue to match her ambitions. The not-forprofit theater in Naples stages its plays in the Norris Community Center, a city building that also hosts many other cultural activities. When Coury recently found the perfect spot for a new theater, as part of the Naples Square downtown development, she turned for help to longtime patrons of the arts Patty and Jay Baker. As Gulfshore Playhouse season donors, the Bakers have been giving at the $100,000 level for several years, and Coury had a feeling she could count on the couple again. She just didn’t know the gift would be $10 million.

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The Bakers with Kizzie and Coco. Opposite page: Playing Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis’ baby grand piano, which they bought at a Sotheby's auction in 1996.

a 56,000-square-foot professional theater, where it will put on a mix of new material and classics, creating original shows that its director hopes will make the jump to Broadway. The new facility will contain a 400-seat main auditorium—double the capacity of the Norris Center—and a 175-seat studio for more intimate performances and children’s theater. Plans call for rehearsal spaces, an educational wing with classrooms, an art gallery, and a café. The total cost of construction will be $40 million, but the Bakers’ gift is more than enough to get started.

“Thanks to the Bakers,” says Coury, “we are going to have one of the best regional theaters in the country.”

Such gifts are wholly in character for the Bakers. For the past two decades, their philanthropy has fueled major development projects and enriched the cultural fabric of Naples. Even if you don’t know them, you know their handiwork—the institutions and attractions that bear their name: The Baker Museum, Baker Theater, Baker Tower, Baker Field. “I always say we like to lay eggs where we nest, and we definitely nest here,” Patty says.

Though they have called Naples home for the better part of two decades, Patty was born in the small town of Sykesville, Maryland. After high school she studied nursing, but after a year, “I flunked out—and saved hundreds of thousands of lives,” she quips. She became a flight attendant for United Airlines and later enrolled at Hunter College in 78

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New York, from which she graduated summa cum laude in 1982 with a degree in art history and theater. His wife’s twin passions, Jay says, have been a theme in their lives ever since.

As a self-made businessman, Jay spent several decades building his career and fortune, which have enabled him and his wife to give so generously today. He grew up in Flushing, Queens, where his mother owned a millinery store, and at age 81 he still retains the New York accent of his youth. As a boy, he helped in the store—unwittingly preparing for a career in retail. During his college years at the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School, his future was anything but certain.

“My parents wanted me to have a profession. I’m Jewish, and they said, ‘You have to have a profession,’” he recalls. “I don’t think I was smart enough to be a doctor, and I hated blood. And I didn’t want to be a lawyer. So we all decided I’m gonna be an accountant. I took a few semesters of accounting and I did well, but I didn’t enjoy it.

So I came home my sophomore year and said, ‘I’m enjoying school very much, and I thank you for everything. But I don’t want to be an accountant.’ My father says, ‘What do you want to be?’ I said, ‘I want to be a businessman.’ He said, ‘My God, you’re going to the Wharton School and you’re not going to have a profession!’ I think he thought I was finished for life.”

After graduating and completing a two-year stint in the U.S. Army,

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Thanks to the Bakers, we are going to have one of the best regional theaters in the country.

—KRISTEN COURY, founder, Gulfshore Playhouse

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I think they’re a perfect example of people who have established what they stand for and what they believe in, and then support it voraciously.

—Kathleen van Bergen, president and CEO, Artis—Naples

he found himself casting about for what to do next. Aptitude tests pointed him toward retail, so he enrolled in the Macy’s training program, spending the next nine years working his way up to store management, followed by executive positions at Saks Fifth Avenue in New York. When his mentor, the president of Saks, became head of retail for British American Tobacco, which owned Saks and Kohl’s, among other retailers, Jay followed him into the corporate office and later met Patty in 1985.

Their lives were about to change on a grand scale. Jay, along with other senior managers, purchased Kohl’s, then a lowrent department-store chain with only 39 retail outlets, from British American Tobacco. Jay became the company’s president and married Patty three years later, in 1989. By the time he retired in 2000, he had grown Kohl’s to 300 stores and $3.8 billion in annual revenue.

Having retired to Naples, the couple began looking for new ways to invest their abundant time and energy. Says Jay, “People said, ‘Well, you’ll start another company.’ And I’m thinking to myself, ‘How the hell do you build another Kohl’s?’ And maybe I didn’t want to work eight days a week.”

They reflected on their good fortune, the values their families had instilled in them.

“Even though our parents didn’t have very much money, they would give back small sums of money, they would devote their time,” Jay says. “We said, ‘We should do something to give back.’ And that’s how it all started.”

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donation in the community. Patty went to lunch with a woman representing The von Liebig Art Center, which provides studio space and classes for artists. “I told her that we would give $25,000, and she was very excited, and then I said, ‘. . . a year for five years,’ and she started crying.”

The couple’s philanthropy increased dramatically from there. In 2007, at a gala for the twenty-fifth anniversary of the Naples Philharmonic, the Bakers cornered Myra Daniels, founder of the Philharmonic Center for the Arts, and told her they wanted to give $10 million to endow the center’s fine-art museum in Pelican Bay. They had already donated $1 million to finance one of the 30,000-square-foot museum’s 15 galleries, which opened in 2000. Jay had joined the Phil’s board of directors the following year.

Their newest gift enabled the museum, renamed in the Bakers’ honor, to sustain itself in perpetuity.

Today the Bakers’ donation still makes up more than 50 percent of the museum’s endowment. Kathleen van Bergen, the CEO and president of Artis–Naples, says the Bakers “are essential to our continued success.

They are instrumental not only in supporting the arts but in attending, in production, in seeking out visual and performing artists they enjoy.”

As an example, she points to the Yves Saint Laurent and Halston exhibit on display at the Baker Museum through March 6. The pieces in the show were drawn from the permanent collection of the Fashion Institute of Technology’s museum in New York. The Bakers, who are major donors to FIT, connected van Bergen with people at the museum to have the exhibit brought to

On a beautiful sunny day, Jay and Patty Baker bask on the terrace of their Naples penthouse.

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Naples. “I think they’re a perfect example of people who have established what they stand for and what they believe in, and then support it voraciously,” adds van Bergen.

In 2012, the Bakers received the Naples International Film Festival’s Voice of the Arts Award for their contributions to the local arts scene. Patty served on the Naples Players’ board for years, chairing two fundraisers that together raised more than $3.5 million.

In addition, the Bakers have donated nearly $2 million to the community theater.

Patty is not only an enthusiast of the arts but an active participant. An investor and producer of Broadway shows, she was excited last December to have six shows running at the same time: Hamilton, Something Rotten, and Matilda, which she invested in, as well as Beautiful, China Doll, and Fiddler on the Roof, which she helped to produce. One of the first shows she produced was the musical Memphis, for which she won a Tony in 2010.

Yet the Bakers are not content to confine their philanthropic outreach to the arts. Dr. Allen Weiss, the president and CEO of Naples Community Hospital, has known the couple for years, and his institution has benefited from their generosity. A decade ago, Patty and Jay gave $5 million for the construction of a six-story tower on the hospital’s north campus. The new building added nearly 200 patient beds to the campus, an increase of nearly 400 percent.

Most recently, in February, the Bakers came up big again for the hospital, pledging $15 million to renovate its downtown operating rooms and expand its palliative care service. As of now, the palliative care team treats 15 to 20 patients a day, but soon, Weiss says, they will be able to care for two to three times as many. The downtown hospital has been renamed NCH Baker Hospital.

Best of all, the Bakers’ gift will go a long way toward opening a new outpatient palliative care center, relieving pressure on the Baker Tower’s in-patient service. Palliative care is not only about end-of-life treatment but also about managing chronic diseases such as congestive heart failure.

“If you can measure total amount of suffering, these people with long-term debilitating diseases suffer more than those getting run over by the proverbial bus,” Weiss says.

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I like to say we’re living our legacy, because instead of waiting until we’re dead and have no idea where the money is going, this way we get to see where it’s going and see the results.

—PATTY BAKER

At home with Jay Baker, a devoted New York Yankees fan with a long-held passion for baseball.

Palliative care is unpopular, he adds, even an “orphan,” because it does not lend itself to the kinds of heroic, life-saving efforts that are the pride of Western medicine. “And to take that up as a mission? The Bakers want to help people,” he says. “They have a real passion for folks who are suffering and need relief.”

In total, the Bakers have donated about $23 million to NCH over the years, making them the hospital’s largest donors. The couple has given more to NCH, in fact, than to any other organization other than Wharton, Jay’s alma mater. Their impact on health care in Southwest Florida, according to Weiss, has

Inside the Bakers’ home theater; an investor and producer of Broadway shows, Patty won a Tony award in 2010 for Memphis.

been “transformational.”

“It’s kind of heady when you’re driving down and you see a sign that says Baker Museum, or you see the Baker Tower at the north campus of the community hospital,” Patty says. “It’s a kind of little flicker in the heart.”

But she emphasizes that putting their names on buildings is not about self-aggrandizement.

Instead, she says, they are hoping to prick the consciences of other wealthy residents of Southwest Florida, inspiring them to give.

According to Weiss, the tactic works. “Having the endorsement of folks like the Bakers— who are very discerning, and very smart, and very savvy—it’s just great for other people to see,” Weiss says. During the fiscal year that ended September 30, NCH raised a recordbreaking $34 million.

Including the sizable new gifts to NCH and Gulfshore Playhouse, the total amount the Bakers have donated to a variety of organizations in Naples is on the order of $55 million.

“One of the advantages of a place like Naples,”

Jay says, “is that it’s far easier in a smaller community to make a bigger impact.”

Among a myriad of other local philanthropic endeavors, the Bakers support the Humane Society Naples, PAWS Assistance Dogs, and Collier County Honor Flight, a nonprofit that takes local veterans to visit the war memorials in Washington, D.C. Last November, the Bakers took part in one such flight.

But their generosity is not limited to Naples.

In recent years they have given eight-figure sums to Hunter College, whose board of trustees Patty sits on; to Mount Sinai; and to Wharton, endowing the Jay H. Baker Retailing Center.

“We’ve been very blessed,” Patty says. “It feels good to give back. I like to say that we’re living our legacy, because instead of waiting until we’re dead and have no idea where the money is going, this way we get to see where it’s going and get to see the results. And it’s just amazing to see the difference it can make in a community and in individuals’ lives. I think that’s what we were born for.” « Naplesillustrated.com | MARCH 2016

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Leading

By Kat Smith

Ladies

Photography by VANESSA ROGERS

�KATHLEEN VAN BERGEN

Naples offers much more than just a pretty face. The Paradise Coast glows with the many gracious and accomplished residents who are the area’s heart and soul. NI celebrates five of these highly regarded Neapolitans—smart, stylish women who help make our city the fairest of them all.

New Jersey native Kathleen van Bergen has held positions in large markets including Chicago, Philadelphia, and St. Louis, and experienced concerts in more than 100 halls in two-dozen-plus countries. Yet the statuesque arts executive is as happy and at home in Naples as she has been in larger cities. She likes that the people come from many different places and backgrounds, which makes for creating a “best-of” kind of community. While she heads out of town on occasion for a bit of big city energy, van Bergen also enjoys cooking meals in her own kitchen, sharing food and laughs, occasionally playing her violin, with friends. As deeply dedicated as she is to her post at Artis—Naples, though, free time is scarce. Her dedication is paying off. In less than five years, van Bergen has led Naples’ premier cultural center to a new level. She recently announced a campaign to raise $50 million, beginning with a $15 million gift from board members Kimberly K. Querrey and her husband, Louis A. Simpson, to sustain Artis—Naples and its initiatives for generations to come.

Styling and wardrobe by Rachel Galante and Colette Wetzel, Saks Fifth Avenue Hair and makeup by Philip Douglas Shot on location at Burn by Rocky Patel, Mercato, Naples

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CEO and President, Artis—Naples

Signature style: Black pants and a bold jacket. I wear a lot of black, but I also like a good solid color instead of a pattern. The last thing you want on someone 6 feet tall is a really large pattern.

Contemporary artist I’d like to bring to Artis—Naples: Many people would love to see Adele, and I would love to see that songbird on our stage, but she’s obviously performing in much larger venues. The intimacy of our space is not ready for that yet. I would love to see Idina Menzel here—she is a real star. One thing I love about artists of her ilk is when you can combine them with the sound of the Naples Philharmonic, there is something so special about that.

Recent reads: I’ve been enjoying the Piggy and Gerald series by Mo Willems, notably, I’m a Frog! (Disney-Hyperion, 2013). Although I read a great deal, there is nothing better than reading a book with my toddler nephew, Aiden—especially for the fourteenth time!

Bucket-list topper: Going down under for a concert at the Sydney Opera House.

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Words to live by: ‘You perform the way you practice!’ A great lesson from my violin days. It’s not only appropriate to anyone who performs, it is applicable to life.

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Collier County President, FineMark National Bank & Trust With a glance at Adria Starkey’s list of philanthropic and professional accomplishments, one wonders how she ever finds time for it all. Currently active on the boards of Healthcare Network, Gulfshore Playhouse, and Baker Park and serving in various capacities for numerous other groups, Starkey just completed her tenth year as a trustee for the Naples Children & Education Foundation and cohosted her tenth vintner dinner this year for the Naples Winter Wine Festival.

Though she finally said no to adding any more organizations to the list, that doesn’t stop nonprofit groups from asking her for advice. While she says that makes her feel like the “little old lady with wisdom to share,” the stylish brunette certainly does not look that way.

The 27-year Naples resident, whose career in finance spans three decades, has some surprises on her resume. She’s proud of some real estate development she did in Collier County years ago, which included the building on Fifth Avenue South where Bistro 821 was the first business to lease space. Plus she once had a gig for which she became a card-carrying member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, a job at the Crystal River nuclear plant assisting the manager. Despite her hectic work and charity schedules, Starkey still finds time for personal pursuits, including boot camp workouts, yoga, improving her golf game, and playing the piano—a hobby she took up at age 50. Although she claims she is “horrible,” she still loves to play.

Most meaningful honor: The Edison College LIFE Award received in 2008, which stands for Leadership in Fostering Education. I was just so shocked, and I do care tremendously about education and young people. It touched my soul.

Can’t leave home without: If my husband, Jerry, is with me, I need nothing. Otherwise, I need my phone and a credit card.

Fashion statement: Casual, relaxed, and for work, fitted and professional. Always buy quality.

Books read recently: I have been reading far too many business books. And I read a number of books about Appreciative Inquiry [a model for analysis, decision-making, and creation of strategic change, particularly within companies and other organizations].

I also read Broadcasting Happiness, which was the book that led me to other books on the study of Appreciative Inquiry. Now I am looking for a good novel to just get lost in.

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I am not ever thinking about retiring. I am thinking about how I can do what I like to do all the time.

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�KIRSTEN FERRaRA Entrepreneur and Philanthropist

Kirsten Ferrara’s education, from preschool through college, was administered by the religious order School Sisters of Notre Dame. The New York native credits those formative experiences with instilling a consciousness of charitable giving that guides her life. Ferrara says she thrives on chaos, which partly explains why she was drawn early in her professional life to the hectic world of trading, serving as a junior trader of NASDAQ commodities, and later as a senior trader for overthe-counter market-listed stocks and bonds. Now officially retired in Naples, where she has lived since 2007, Ferrara is still a fireball, throwing her energy and talent into fundraising for myriad nonprofit groups, from Habitat for Humanity to Florida Cancer Specialists and the ELS for Autism Foundation. An animal lover who is often seen around town with her toy poodles Spaetzle and Goulash, Ferrara also supports the Humane Society Naples and the ASPCA. Ferrara lately has been busy as the event chair for the Old Bags Luncheon, a major fundraiser for The Shelter for Abused Women & Children. Aside from her charity engagements, the fashion-loving Ferrara owns Heart & Soul Boutique, which sells an eclectic array of home goods, clothes, shoes, and jewelry to bring “a little affordable luxury to Naples.”

Favorite local places: Naples Zoo and restaurants Sea Salt and Le Lafayette.

Can’t leave home without: My cordless cell-phone battery charger, tinted blue sunglasses, and the emergency money that I pretend to forget about until I need it.

Personal style: During the day it’s easy, jeans and jackets; then dressy girlie dresses at night—matching shoes and purses are a must!

Words to live by: Do to others as you would have them do to you. (Luke 6:31) Title of my autobiography: Bring it On … A Life Of Fun And Fulfillment Guilty pleasure: Grace & Shelly’s Cupcakes at Mercato. The chocolate-covered pretzel is my favorite.

Stress reliever: Getting things done. It makes me feel good to check things off my to-do list.

What to bring to a desert island: A satellite phone, an ice-cold Coke, and for sure a mode of transportation back to Naples.

Go-to item: My big pom-pom car key chain. I have not lost my keys in 10 years.

Bucket-list toppers: To find a way to empty the shelters of animals without homes. Animals have so much love to give and so many humans are in search of love, it seems like a simple fit to me. And to travel to the Galapagos Islands.

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There’s an old adage that says when you want something done right, give it to the busiest person in the room.

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�MARTHA FLIGG Philanthropist

It’s easy to spot Martha Fligg at the many charity events she attends, with her elegant bearing and striking platinum hair. She and her husband, Jim, a retired petrochemical industry executive, moved to Naples in 1999, and over the years have supported such philanthropic entities as the Naples Children & Education Foundation, for which they serve as trustees. Fligg also is a trustee emeritus for The Shelter for Abused Women & Children.

The Community Foundation of Collier County Women’s Philanthropic Network honored her as one of its 2011 Women of Initiative for her commitment and leadership in inspiring all women seeking to make a difference through philanthropy. Fligg and her husband spent their first four years in Naples working on their dream home in Bay Colony, where they lived for 13 years. They recently sold it and are looking for a condo on the beach. The couple wants a simpler life so they can “just shut the door,” and travel to Jim’s native Australia to visit their two daughters and three grandkids, and other places they want to go. Right now, they are planning to meet their family in Hawaii in June for a vacation, since it’s halfway in between, where they will celebrate the birthdays of two grandchildren and Jim, which fall within a 10-day span.

Each summer the Fliggs spend a month at a condo on the coast of South Carolina that’s been in Martha’s family for a long time, and travel extensively.

Personal style: Pretty simple—no frills, lots of beige or cream colors.

Woman who inspires me: My sweet mother; no matter what adversities came her way, she held her head high and just simply “handled it.” Even though she is no longer with me, I look to her for guidance and miss her every day.

Secret talent: Still a secret to me!

Stress reliever: Walking outside and on the beach.

Go-to fashion items: I like small bags. Sometimes it might be Louis Vuitton, and Chloe now has a nice little one, but I don’t look for particular designers. I go into shops wherever we travel or wherever we are and I just look for what gets my attention.

Bucket-list toppers: Africa, and the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade; I’ve never been to either. When Jim was working I was fortunate to get to travel the world, but I have never been to Africa and I want to see the animals.

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My mother used to say, ‘Martha, you have to stand up against the wall,’ when hardships arose—meaning, hold your head high and move on with a smile.

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Co-owner, Sea Salt and Barbatella

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I always believed that a person’s professional life is judged on what they have done for others.

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Ingrid Aielli radiates generosity and warmth. She has a knack for making everyone who meets her feel welcome, from A-list celebrities, to underprivileged kids at the annual Christmas Eve lunch she and her husband, chef Fabrizio Aielli, host at Sea Salt, to everyone in between. The Czechoslovakian-born Aielli’s caring nature is evident in myriad charitable undertakings, including her recent participation on the committee for the American Cancer Society Bucket List Bash, and serving on the board of Angels Undercover, a charity that provides clothing to Collier County schoolchildren in need. She was named the Woman of the Year in 2001 by the nationwide Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, and locally, she received the Champions for Learning’s Glass Slipper Award in 2011 for her dedication and service to the children of Collier County. Through Sea Salt, she and her husband support a long list of charities, including both the Naples Winter Wine Festival and Southwest Florida Food & Wine Fest, the Conservancy of Southwest Florida, Youth Haven, Champions for Learning, and Naples Botanical Garden. Ask what she prizes most, and Aielli says she treasures experiences—like meeting for drinks with friends, taking in a Broadway show, or walking on the beach with her husband. When the Aiellis have free time, they enjoy cooking with others, either at home or at their friends’ homes, although Ingrid reveals her cooking skills “are below zero. I just pretend I am chopping and helping.”

Secret talent: I like to connect others, putting people together who may be able to help each other in a personal or professional matter.

Current musical favorites: My 6-year-old son Adrian seems to dictate my favorites. Last year it was the Frozen sound track. This year it’s “The Eye of the Tiger.”

Perfect Naples weekend: Fishing with my husband in the Gulf of Mexico, then cooking the fresh catch with friends.

Guilty pleasure: Cranking up Abba until Fabrizio gets home. Of course I sing along. Fabrizio likes Pink Floyd, so you can just imagine. What a difference.

Favorite restaurants: Outside of our restaurants, I frequent Food & Thought and enjoy the terrace at LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort.

Go-to fashion item: My Ray-Ban sunglasses.

What to bring to a desert island: A sun umbrella and a great bottle of French rosé.

Bucket-list topper: I would love to see my favorite opera, La Bohème, at the Sydney Opera House.

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BLOCK PARTY

SPRING accessories burst in a full spectrum of vivid colors Photography by Vanessa Rogers Styled by Katherine Lande

PRIMARY PICKS Inzi blue leather, suede fringe handbag, yellow leather studded handbag with gold chain, Pratt’s Shoe Salon, Naples; red leather handbag, Clorinda Antinori, Naples; yellow, blue, and white cuff, Marilyn’s Distinctive European Fashion, Naples 94

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CONFETTI Turquoise leather handbag, reading sunglasses, BR Uno, Naples; Vaneli multicolor heel, Pratt’s Shoe Salon, Naples; multicolor bracelets, Marilyn’s Distinctive European Fashion, Naples

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HEAD TO TOE Pink suede flat, orange suede ballet flat, Clorinda Antinori, Naples; yellow leather clutch, turquoise leather clutch, J&K Collections, Naples; lip pencils, La Femme Perfumery, Naples; embellished belt, Marilyn’s Distinctive European Fashion, Naples 96

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PLAYFUL Sea Lily lipstick clutch in blue patent, Onex red suede studded heel, Ooh! Ooh! Shoes, Naples; enamel bangles, Sequin, Naples; yellow clutch, Pratt’s Shoe Salon, Naples

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GO MADRAS Bamboo lacquer clutches, J. McLaughlin, Naples; Toni Pons multicolor madras espadrilles, Pratt’s Shoe Salon, Naples; orange ball necklace, Marilyn’s Distinctive European Fashion, Naples

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ZIP ALONG Orange leather crossbody handbag, Pratt’s Shoe Salon, Naples; blue and multicolor zippers handbag, J&K Collections, Naples; graphic circle earrings, Marilyn’s Distinctive European Fashion, Naples

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INTO THE WIND

Photography by Gabor Jurina

Shot by NAPLES Illustrated on location at Frederick Douglass Memorial Park, Fort Pierce

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Chanel glitter tweed pants, gazar skirt, iridescent tweed jacket Opposite page: Etro silk floral gown, cape; Dior choker For buying information, turn to page 198.

Fashion Editor: Katherine Lande

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Valentino tulle embroidered gown with feather ruffles For buying information, turn to page 198.

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Delpozo checked tulle embroidered midi dress with cape Opposite page: Fendi black silk dress; Christian Louboutin black/gold suede embroidered pump For buying information, turn to page 198.

Gucci printed light georgette pleated dress Opposite page: Fendi white light wool silk dress For buying information, turn to page 198.

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Marchesa tulle ball gown Opposite page: Salvatore Ferragamo silk ruffle top, silk woven skirt For buying information, turn to page 198.

Model: Natalya Piro, W360 Model Management, New York Hair & Makeup: Mark Williamson, artist-management.net, using MAC Cosmetics and Prive Hair Care Photography Assistant/Digital Tech: David Picard Fashion Assistant: Stephanie Hill, KL Style Inc. NI would like to extend a special thanks to the Jupiter Equestrian Center, jupiterequestriancenter.com

GARDEN VARIETY

These botanical beauties form a bejeweled bouquet

By Mary Murray

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Opposite page: Wendy Yue ring with rutilated quartz, orange sapphires, white, golden, and cognac diamonds, and tsavorite set in 18-karat gold, Marissa Collections, Naples; Graff Diamonds ring with a 10-carat fancy intense yellow radiant-cut diamond set in platinum, Saks Fifth Avenue, Naples; Swan Lake Fancy Colour earrings with yellow, orange, and white diamonds set in gold, De Beers, Naples.

Dior Fine Jewelry Archi Dior Trompe L’Oeil Diamant Jaune earrings with diamonds, fancy yellow diamonds, spessartite garnets, and pink sapphires set in gold, select Dior boutiques, 800929-3467, dior.com; dragonfly pin with plique-a-jour enamel and diamonds set in 18-karat gold, Provident Jewelry, Naples; Boucheron Bleu de Jodhpur Collection Fleur de Lotus necklace with rubellites, sapphires, marble, and diamonds set in white and pink gold, us.boucheron.com.

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Seaman Schepps Quad earrings with crystal, rubies, and diamonds set in 18-karat gold, Yamron Jewelers, Naples; oval-shaped red spinel ring with spessartites and diamonds set in 18-karat gold, Tiffany & Co., Naples; Stephen Webster Fly by Night Forest long finger ring with rubies, ruby pavé, and black and white diamond pavé set in 18-karat rose gold, Bergdorf Goodman, New York.

Opposite page: Dior Fine Jewelry Precieuses Trefle ring with diamonds, rubies, emeralds, and pink sapphires set in 18-karat gold, select Dior boutiques, 800-929-3467, dior.com; Caresse D’Orchidées Par Cartier earrings with white mother-of-pearl and diamonds set in 18-karat gold, select Cartier boutiques, 800-22708437, cartier.us; band with rubies and diamonds set in 18-karat white gold, Bigham Jewelers, Naples; Buccellati Polissena brooch with pearls, diamonds, fancy yellow diamonds, and rubies set in gold, white gold, and pink gold, buccellati.com.

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Wild Wings pendant with diamonds set in 18-karat gold, Port Royal Jewelers, Naples; ring with blue chalcedony, iolite, amethyst, and diamonds set in 18-karat gold, A. Jaron Fine Jewelry, Naples; Buccellati Icaro brooch with diamonds, tanzanite, rubies, and emeralds set in gold and white gold, buccellati.com.

Opposite page: Hummingbird brooch with tsavorites and diamonds set in 18-karat gold, Tiffany & Co., Naples; Folie des PrĂŠs earrings with diamonds and pink and mauve sapphires set in 18-karat white gold, Van Cleef & Arpels, Naples; Chopard necklace with amethyst and tsavorite, Saks Fifth Avenue, Naples.

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Make Tonight Special

Some people wait to celebrate their birthdays or anniversaries at Angelina’s.

They know the elegant cuisine and award-winning wine selection at Angelina’s is perfect for their festive evening. But why wait?

You can make any night of the week special with dinner at Angelina’s.

24041 South Tamiami Trail, Bonita Springs 239.390.3187 www.AngelinasOfBonitaSprings.com Reservations Recommended

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French PYROTECHNICS

MILA BRIDGER

French Folies By Chef Pyro in the Galleria Shoppes at Vanderbilt is setting off some culinary fireworks with Pyro Rodriguez now running the kitchen as a partner and chef in the restaurant founded by Jeremy and Solange Sobiersky. Rodriguez blends experience with whimsy and international influences to create modern French dishes reflecting a farm-to-table approach. This dish—Land, Air, and Sea—features quinoa (land), lemongrass foam (air), and salmon (sea). (239-631-2451, frenchfoliesnaples.com) —Kat Smith

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Chef Petar Al Kurdi has been meticulous in planning and operating Petar’s Restaurant, which he opened recently with his wife, Ana, on Bonita Beach Road at U.S. 41. The young chef began his culinary education at 15 in his native Bulgaria, and his resume includes stints in restaurants in the Northeast, the Cayman Islands, and The Ritz-Carlton Resorts of Naples. The fine-dining menu is small but well balanced, offering starters like butternut squash risotto, lobster bisque, and a Mediterranean salad that reflects his Bulgarian roots.

Sophisticated entrées include lobster linguine with fresh herbs, house-made lasagna, and braised Wagyu beef short ribs with mushroom sauce. Says Al Kurdi, “We are careful to not spread too thin. It’s always quality first.” The restaurant has no freezer or microwave, so each dish is made with all fresh ingredients, many locally sourced. Positive buzz has kept the team hopping nightly, and with just 32 seats indoors plus some tables outside, reservations are recommended. (239-494-1343, petarsrestaurant.com) —Kat Smith

NI ’s curated dining guide for Greater Naples THE LISTINGS

The Naples area is packed with an abundance of great eateries, serving up food and drinks to satisfy every palate. Naples Illustrated has rounded up details on can’tmiss places for dining delights.

AMERICAN Agave Bar & Grill Innovative modern American cuisine featuring fresh, flavorful dishes in a comfortable atmosphere. 2380 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Naples (239-598-3473, agavenaples.com) AVENUE5 Diners enjoy the sophisticated atmosphere and luxurious dishes. 699 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239403-7170, avenue5naples.com) Baleen at LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort Dine amid the elegant tropical surroundings indoors, or even better, on the patio to soak up the breathtaking Gulf view. 9891 Gulf Shore Drive, Naples (239-598-5707, laplayaresort.com) Bistro 821 This Fifth Avenue staple is a long-time favorite, thanks to Executive Chef Jess Housman’s Natural Fusion menu. 821 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239261-5821, bistro821.com) 118 NAPLES ILLUSTRATED

Café & Bar Lurcat The space and the food are sophisticated and comfortable at this popular and elegant restaurant. 494 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239213-3357, cafelurcat.com) The Chapel Grill Fine cuisine in a stunning space that formerly housed the historic First Baptist Church in Old Naples. 811 Seventh Ave. S., Naples (239-206-4310, thechapelgrill.com) HobNob Elevated comfort food in a modern yet warm atmosphere. 720 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239580-0070, hobnobnaples.com) KC American Bistro As the name implies, American regional cuisine is the name of the game at this North Naples spot. 885 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Naples (239-566-2371, kcamericanbistro.com) The Local Fresh, healthy meals in a little eatery in the Bed, Bath & Beyond Plaza. 5323 Airport Pulling Rd., Naples (239-596-3276, thelocalnaples.​com) M Waterfront Grille Contemporary decor, view of the bay, and fine cuisine make M Waterfront a longtime favorite. 4300 Gulf Shore Blvd. N., Naples (239-263-4421, mwaterfrontgrille.com) MAREK’S COLLIER HOUSE RESTAURANT Fine Continental cuisine by owner Peter Marek and his wife, Penny, in the restored historical home of Cap-

tain Bill Collier, son of W.T. Collier, who settled in 1870 near Old Marco. 1121 Bald Eagle Drive, Marco Island (239-642-9948, mareksmarcoisland.com) Ridgway Bar & Grill Master chef Tony Ridgway continues wowing diners. Another plus is the outstanding wine list. 1300 Third St. S., Naples (239262-5500, ridgwaybarandgrill.com) Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar Born in Naples, the Tommy Bahama laid-back lifestyle is full throttle in this festive eatery and bar. 1220 Third St. S., Naples (239-643-6889, tommybahama.com)

SEAFOOD Aqua The restaurant’s look is fresh and airy, just right for the seafood-centric menu. 862 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-213-1111, aquafifth.com) The Bay House Overlooking the water of the Cocohatchee River, the restaurant features a beautiful dining room plus Tierney’s Tavern and The Claw Bar. 799 Walkerbilt Road, Naples (239-591-3837, bayhousenaples.com) Bayside Seafood Grill & Bar Spectacular water views, live music Wednesday–Sunday at the Upper Deck Bar, prime grilled meats, and seafood specialties. 4270 Gulf Shore Blvd. N., Naples (239649-5552, baysideseafoodgrillandbar.com)

CAPTAIN & KREWE Enjoy hand-shucked or chargrilled oysters, beer, and wine in a relaxed atmosphere at this downtown gem. 629 Eighth St. S., Naples (239-263-1976, cknaples.com) Citrus Seafood You’ll find plenty of choices, but the Maine lobster tower is hard to resist. 455 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-435-0408, citrusseafood.com) The Dock at Crayton Cove An open-air restaurant serving fresh catches prepared with Caribbean and Latin influences. 845 12th Ave. S., Naples (239-263-9940, dockcraytoncove.com) FISH Restaurant Fabulous water views complement the great seafood. 4360 Gulf Shore Blvd. N., Naples (239-263-3474, fish​restaurantnaples.com) HB’s on the gulf Beachfront restaurant at The Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club serves a breathtaking view and fresh seafood. 851 Gulf Shore Blvd., Naples (239-435-4347, naplesbeachhotel.com) Pincher’s Crab SHACK Pincher’s serves fresh, local seafood in a casual setting. 1200 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-434-6616, pincherscrabshack.com) Sea Salt Chef Fabrizio Aielli is a master at marrying organic local produce, wild-caught fish, naturally raised meat, and poultry with modern cooking techniques. 1186 Third St. S., Naples (239-434-7258, seasaltnaples.com) Truluck’s Seafood, Steak & Crab House Truluck’s owns local fisheries, so the catch is always fresh in this fine-dining restaurant. 698 Fourth Ave. S., Naples (239-530-3131, trulucks.com) The Turtle Club Fresh seafood, fine steaks, and chops are nearly overshadowed by the spectacular beachfront setting. 9225 Gulf Shore Drive N., Naples (239-592-6557, windwardhospitality.com) USS Nemo Undersea Cuisine & Adventures Everything on the menu is a cut above, but the signature miso-broiled sea bass is hands down one of the best dishes in town. 3745 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (239-261-6366, ussnemorestaurant.com) Yabba Island Grill A fun place for visitors and locals. 711 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-262-5787, yabba islandgrill.com)

STEAK Chops City Grill A modern take on the traditional, Chops serves prime aged steaks and fine local seafood prepared and presented with a fresh approach. 837 Fifth Ave. S, Naples, and 8200 Health

Left: Chef David Nelson Right: Six-layer chocolate Cake

The Missing Ingredient

If you have yet to visit Avenue5 this season, you will find the revamped menu deliciously alluring. With its prime location in the heart of Fifth Avenue South, well-selected wine menu, and sleek modern-meets-comfortable decor, the restaurant now has all the ingredients to be a premier dining destination with its new chef. David Nelson, who oversaw the kitchen at Truluck’s for several years, has brought a fresh culinary outlook. His goal is to offer dishes featuring his own twist via complex sauces and unexpected garnishes that elevate the food to the level of the restaurant’s high style and ambience. A couple of standouts on the menu include scallop ceviche with perky notes of lemongrass, ginger, and lime juxtaposed with a swirl of Serrano-spiked avocado mousse, and Colorado lamb chops with chimichurri sauce and horseradish goat cheese crème fraîche. A final upgrade is new pastry chef Anthony Valerio, whose decadent sweets are well worth the calorie splurge. (239-403-7170, avenue5naples.com) —K.S.

Center Blvd., Suite 100, Bonita Springs (239-9924677, chopscitygrill.com)

night out. 23151 Village Shops Way, Estero (239-9488888, ruthschris.com)

The Continental D’Amico’s latest restaurant is a stylish steak house and gastropub. 1205 Third St. S., Naples (239-659-0007, continentalnaples.com)

Stoney’s Steakhouse Serving corn-fed, prime certified black Angus beef, fresh seafood and an award-winning wine list. 403 Bayfront Place, Naples (239-435-9353, stoneys​steakhouse.com)

The Grill This is about as luxurious as dining gets.

Within The Ritz-Carlton, Naples, The Grill features rich decor to complement the aged prime beef, chops, and fresh seafood. 280 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Naples (239-598-6644, ritz-carlton.com) Jimmy P’s Charred The popular butcher shop’s fabulous steaks and other fine foods are now served in the restaurant that opened next door. 1833 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (239-643-6328, jimmypscharred.com) Ruth’s Chris Steak House Sophisticated decor, prime meats, and fine seafood make for a special

FRENCH Bleu Provence Take a trip to the south of France without leaving town. Authentic dishes are paired with wines from the vast selection compiled by owner Jacques Cariot. 1234 Eighth St. S., Naples (239261-8239, bleuprovencenaples.com) Chez Boët French Home Cooking Lisa and Philippe Boët serve classics like duck a l’orange and pâté in a warm, homey atmosphere. 755 12th Ave. S., Naples (239-643-6177, chezboetnaples.com) NAPLESillustrated.com | March 2016

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Taste Cote d’Azur Intimate bistro in the style of Provence serves standouts like Maine lobster roasted in a clay pot. 11224 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (239-5978867, cotedazurrestaurant.com)

Refresh

Italian Style

Chef Dan Neja, who took ownership of the European café and bistro Royale Café Vinoteca recently, served guests at Campiello for 13 years, so he is no stranger to the Italian cuisine scene.

Not only that, he’s spent the majority of his sumPorchetta, lettuce, and mers over the last decade in Italy living on farms, tomato working fields, and learning both traditional and innovative styles of cooking. “The items on my menu are ones I learned how to make in Italy and France from butchers and farmers, chefs and housewives,” says Neja. “It’s comfort food, the simple things people might eat on any normal day in the countryside.” Royale Café Vinoteca, on Ninth Street South, is open for breakfast, lunch, and merenda (snacks) Monday through Saturday, with Neja hoping to offer an Italianstyle aperitivo happy hour soon. (239-263-9747, royalecaffe.com) —Anna Bjorlin

FRENCH FOLIES BY CHEF PYRO French dishes with Pyro Rodriguez’s imaginitive twitsts. 2355 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Naples (239-631-2451, frenchfo liesnaples.com) LA BAZENNE ON FIFTH Replicates the original in France, with sophisticated dishes and engaging social club atmosphere. 474 Fifth Avenue S., Naples (239-682-8623, labazenneonfifth.blogspot.com LE LAFAYETTE FRENCH GOURMET Traditional French with a touch of the tropics. 375 13th Ave. S., Naples (239-403-7861, lelafayette.com)

MEXICAN Felipe’s Mexican Taqueria Casual, familyfriendly place serving authentic, fresh classics plus hand-crafted cocktails. 4255 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (239-302-1444, felipestaqueria.com)

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MASA Superb, true Mexican cuisine in a high-style modern space, with a fabulous lineup of tequilas, mezcals, and specialty cocktails. 9123 Strada Place, Naples (239-598-0887, masa-restaurant.com) Tacos & Tequila Cantina The name says it all.

The many varieties of tacos are made with fresh, local products and handmade tortillas. The choice of margaritas is also a draw. 4834 Davis Blvd., Naples (239-732-8226, tacosandtequilanaples.com)

ITALIAN Alberto’s on Fifth Chef Alberto Varetto cooks fine dishes in his elegant restaurant. 868 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-430-1060, albertosonfifth.com) Angelina’s Ristorante A place for a special night out, with a 4,000-bottle wine tower and elevated Italian cuisine. 24041 Tamiami Trail S., Bonita Springs (239-390-3187, angelinasofboni tasprings.com) Barbatella Pizzas and pastas are delish, but don’t overlook offerings like the grilled salmon. Save

Oktoberfest in March Dust off your lederhosen, dirndl dresses, and beer steins: It’s time to celebrate Naples’ sixth annual Bavarian Almparty. Hosted by colorful local hair stylist Sashy Zachmann and his wife, Stephanie, owners of Sashy Hair Design Club, the Oktoberfest-like party treats enthusiastic partygoers to authentic German-Bavarian cuisine, beer, and music. This year’s festivities feature an additional highlight: Bavarian band Alpenfleiger will travel from Germany to perform. The festival is March 5 at the Bank of Naples Plaza on Tamiami Trail North. Tickets, which include food and drinks, can be purchased online for $40. (sashyhairdesignclub.com/events) —Christiana Keyes

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room for the Nutella pizza. 1290 Third St. S., Naples (239-263-1955, barbatellanaples.com) Bellini on Fifth Italian Ristorante The Bellini family treats guests to cuisine inspired by matriarch “Nonna” Maria. 445 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-261-1117, bellinionfifth.com) Bice A long-time favorite on the corner of Fifth and Third Street. 300 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-2624044, naples.bicegroup.com) Café Luna Signature pizzas, crispy calamari, and classic Caesar salad in a casual space. 467 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-213-2212, cafeluna​na​ples.com)

O P E N I N V I TAT I O N !

We may build more splendid habitations, Fill our homes with paintings and sculptures, But we cannot buy with gold the old associations.

-- Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

Naples Historical Society’s Board of Directors is pleased to invite interested community members to one or all public information presentations about a new project for an old subject: the Naples Historic District. The Society created the Naples Historic District Advisory Roundtable in 2013 to explore and craft an action plan centering on preservation in the District. This project proposes a fresh approach, one that reflects the extraordinary breadth of historic preservation and still respects the needs of the community at large.

Please visit Naples Historical Society’s website for the most up-to-date presentation information: www.NaplesHistoricalSociety.org.

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Taste Campiello ristorante & bar This mainstay on Third Street South is a perennial gathering place for great food and people-watching. 1177 Third St. S., Naples (239-435-1166, camp​iello.damico.com) DeRomo’s Gourmet Market & Restaurant Dine on home-style dishes, then shop for gourmet items to take home. The Promenade, 26811 S. Bay Dr., Bonita Springs (239-325-3583, deromos.com) Molto TRATTORIA Homemade pasta, sauces, pizza Napoletana, and Italian home-style cuisine are all top-notch. 368 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-261-5853, moltonaples.com)

S., Naples (239-434-8494, pazzo​italiancafe.com) Roma Italian Bistro Pizza and Italian specialities made with ingredients imported from Italy and fresh organic produce. 655 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-776-7042, romabistronaples.com) Vergina Serving Italian and Mediterranean dishes with a modern flair, Vergina is a popular place for gathering with friends and listening to live music. 700 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-659-7008, verginarestaurant.com)

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Osteria Tulia Chef Vincenzo Betulia’s authentically rustic venue and “peasant” cuisine are homey, hearty, and delizioso. 466 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239213-2073, tulianaples.com)

Araya Sushi Asian Grill Thai dishes, along with a wide choice of rolls, sushi, and sashimi, served in a modern space. 2650 Immokalee Road, Naples (239-593-3344, arayanaples.com)

Pazzo! Cucina Italiana The “friendly neighborhood” restaurant has been serving dishes using made-from-scratch sauces, pastas, and desserts for more than 20 years. 853 Fifth Ave.

Charlie Chiang’s Modern Asian Kitchen Urban decor sets the scene for modern Chinese and Japanese cuisine. 12200 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (239-593-6688, charliechiangs.com)

Maguro Sushi & Steak House Located at U.S. 41 and Wiggins Pass, Maguro is worth seeking out for great sushi and sashimi. 895 Wiggins Pass, Naples (239-591-0003, magurosteakhouse.com) Sakura Asian Grill Asian Hawaiian fusion cuisine by chef Paul Chen. 3375 Pine Ridge Road, Suite 106, Naples (239-280-5536, sakuranaples.com) sushi-thai of Naples Thai favorites, Japanese dishes, sushi, and sashimi are first rate in the restaurant’s downtown location. 898 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-430-7575, sushithaitoo.com) Zen Asian BBQ Chef Koko’s Next Level Sushi, Korean barbecue, ramen, and more. 10823 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (239-260-7037, eatatzen.com)

GLOBAL A Table Apart Owner-chef Jeff Acol creates delicious dishes that incorporate a world of influences.

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Polishing a Hidden Gem With two unique venues within The Bay House, owner Peter Tierney makes it his goal to upgrade the restaurant annually. On one side is the elegant main dining room offering views of the Cocohatchee River; on the other, the Claw Bar & Tavern offers live music and a casual atmosphere. The renovations include new paint and carpet for the entire building, as well as new booths in the Claw Bar & Tavern. The majority of the work has gone into refreshing the main space. New elements include Italian chairs, paneling in mahogany tones, and a black-and-white mangrove mural that helps blend the interior with its coastal exterior. Tierney and his team also have adjusted the lighting and have redone the ceiling with sound-absorbing fabric. “In Naples, people are conscious of sound,” Tierney says. “They want to be able to hear each other across the table, so we put a lot of the focus on that as well.” (239-591-3837, bayhousenaples.com) —A.B.

Bha! Bha! Persian Bistro Michael Mir’s restaurant serves savory lamb dishes and other colorful and delicious Persian specialties. 865 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (239-594-5557, bhabhaper​sianbistro.com) COASTAL PERUVIAN SEAFOOD & GRILL Enjoy authentic dishes of Peru, like Cebiche 200 Miles, lomo saltado, and many specials. 5447 Airport Pulling Road N., Naples (239-631-6943, coastalperuvian.com) FUSE GLOBAL CUISINE Chef-owner Greg Scarlatos uses flavors and ingredients from around the world to create a diverse menu. 2500 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (239-455-4585, fuseglobalcuisine.com)

Years! presents

THE 10TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION

NAPLES MUSIC FESTIVAL to Benefit

Please join The Garden of Hope and Courage Board of Directors in celebrating 10 years of encouragement and healing.

APRIL 3, 2016 6-10 PM • AT THE NAPLES BOTANICAL GARDENS 4820 Bayshore Drive, Naples

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See insert for ticket & sponsorship details VIP Ticket - $400 Bronze Sponsor Package - 2 VIP Tickets - $1,000 Silver Sponsor Package - 4 VIP Tickets - $5,000 10th Year Anniversary Sponsor Package - 8 VIP Tickets - $10,000 More information visit www.gardenofhopeandcourage.org or call 239-434-6697

Prepare to be entertained by the great sounds of IM Tapas Spanish Resto Bar Isabel Pozo Polo and Mary Shipman have created a tasty little bit of Spain in the heart of Naples. 965 Fourth Ave. N., Naples (239-403-8272, imtapas.com) Inca’s Kitchen Fine Peruvian Cuisine Foodies flock to two locations serving authentic Peruvian dishes. 11985 Collier Blvd., Naples, and 8955 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (239-352-3200, incaskitchen.com) LAMORAGA Contemporary Spanish cuisine with an international and modern twist is served in a bright setting, along with a wide selection of fine wines. 3936 Tamiami Trail N. (239-331-3669, lamoragarestaurant.com) Noodles Italian Cafe and Sushi Bar Good sushi, parmesans, and piccatas served all in one place. Noodles also features late-night entertainment. 1585 Pine Ridge Rd., Naples (239-592-0050, noodlescafe.com) «

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CHEF GERALD SOMBRIGHT

Sea scallops, chorizo hash, corn puree Above: Chicharrones Below: Loaded Yucca Fries with Barbacoa Beef

With roots in St. Louis barbecue followed by a 15-year culinary journey in fine dining, Gerald Sombright brings an intriguing fusion of flavor profiles and culinary techniques to his current role as chef de cuisine at Marco Island Marriott Beach Resort’s new fine-dining eatery Ario. Sombright’s career includes working with acclaimed chefs like James Beard Award winner Lou Rook III and helming the PB&G kitchen inside the Four Seasons Resort in Orlando. He expertly balances refinement—he takes 48 hours to create exquisite foie gras—with earthy prowess, such as dry-aging meat in-house to deliver a flavorful and moist Flintstone-sized grilled tomahawk steak. It’s all in keeping with a culinary approach that he calls “archaic flavors with a modern touch.” —Liza Grant Smith Gerald Sombright

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Culinary style: Nostalgic edible. Every meal is evocative of a memory past, present, or future, and I’m cooking from that place of modernization of memory.

“Aha” moment: Fifteen-plus years ago, I was working as a prep cook and the chef had a photo of Auguste Escoffier on the wall of the kitchen. I had no clue who it was. I asked the chef, who said, “If you don’t know, it’s your responsibility to find out.” So I went around the kitchen and someone was kind enough to tell me who Escoffier was—the father of French cuisine. There was something that clicked in my brain at that moment: These people care so much about something they do now that they also care about its history. It was really cool that people cared beyond a paycheck.

Culinary trend that’s passé: Pork belly. Although I was in Miami last week and had pork belly that was cured like bacon and put on a BLT—it was really good.

Inspiration for new dishes: I go to Korean BBQ at 4 a.m.; my grandmother’s kitchen; Rice Krispies treats; Vietnamese noodles … I go to all these places of bright, vibrant, meaningful, memorable flavors and use them with the flavors of the future, or things I’m really inspired by at the moment. I marry them with ingredients I’ve never used and techniques I’ve never done.

Go-to ingredient: I add star anise to braises and stocks, and make it a nuance instead of the star. I love it when it feels simultaneously savory and sweet, and the balance that it creates.

Ingredient he avoids: I hate truffle oil. Real white truffles don’t taste like perfume.

Current food obsession: Right now, it’s probably oysters. I’m so enamored of fresh oysters that I order them in every restaurant I go to.

Favorite chef: Heston Blumenthal, because of the book he wrote, In Search of Perfection (Bloomsbury Publishing, 2006). He Burrata, herb cracker, takes classic dishes and figures out ways and basil oil, baby tomato ingredients to make them perfect. Just a steak, just a roasted chicken, just a simple dessert … How do you dedicate the time and energy to do those things perfectly?

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699 5th Ave. S. | Naples, FL 34102 239.403.7170 | avenue5naples.com

An exclusive look at top restaurants in the Naples area

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Barbatella

Captain & Krewe

Barbatella boasts congenial courtyard dining on Third Street South.

Inside: relaxed dining, brick and wood, the signature wood-fired pizza oven, a custom gelato counter, and a full bar offering extensive wines by the glass. The menu incorporates fresh interpretations of authentic dishes inspired by the rustic landscapes of Italy’s various regions.

Guests select fresh seafood from the showcase to prepare at home or enjoy a casual dine-in experience. Crab cakes and char-grilled oysters are signature. Its raw bar serves fresh oysters, draft beer, and wine. Just off Fifth Avenue South across from Cambier Park, it opens for lunch, happy hour, and dinner daily.

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629 8th St. S. | Naples, FL 34102 239.263.1976 | cknaples.com

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Vintage-glam describes its sophisticated bar and lounge, windowsurround dining room, and two private rooms in the heart of downtown.

Executive chef David Nelson focuses the lunch and dinner menus on Maine lobster, Florida seafood, and steaks. Avenue5 also features an award-winning wine list, Sunday brunch, and views of Fifth Avenue.

Coast Restaurant

Côte d’Azur

11224 Tamiami Trail N. | Naples, FL 34110 239.597.8867 | cotedazurrestaurant.com

Edgewater Beach Hotel’s signature restaurant offers spectacular Gulf views indoors and out. Global coastal cuisines inspire Chef Bill Zimmer’s menu, featuring traditional favorites and seasonal specials that highlight fresh fish and local produce. Coast has become the preferred location for a romantic sunset dinner, business lunch, cocktails, or waterfront breakfast.

Award-winning chef/owner Claudio Scaduto has garnered rave reviews for decades. A graduate of Education École Hôtelière in France, he has cooked at and owned restaurants from the French Riviera to New York.

Elegant Côte d’Azur serves the finest French Provençal cuisine, ranking as a top-100 restaurant in Zagat.

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1901 Gulf Shore Blvd. N. | Naples, FL 34102 239.403.2181 | edgewaternaples.com/coast

Felipe’s Taqueria

Fernandez Jane’s Onthe Third Bull Cuban Cafe

1209 Third St. S. | Naples, FL 34102 239.261.2253 | janesnaples.com 1201 Piper Blvd. | Naples, FL 34110 | 239.254.9855 3375 Pine Ridge Rd | Naples, FL 34109 | 239.653.9097 fernandezthebull.com

Specializing in quality service and authentic Mexican food, its craft cocktail bar features fresh-squeezed Key lime margaritas. Everything from the Al Pastor to guacamole and cocktail mixers is prepared in small batches from specialty ingredients for peak flavor and freshness. The generous indoor bar space flows to a tiki-themed patio bar.

Fernandez Cuban Cafe serves award-winning, traditional Cuban Jane’s Cafethe OnBull Third provides a relaxing ambiance for enjoying topnotch cuisine withEuropean a few twists some original dishes, from which three are seasoned fare with and on American flair. Choose different with the of flavors the Caribbean—such as mojo, garlic, and lemon.tables From settings equalofcharm: the front courtyard filled with wrought-iron mouth-watering roasted to the homemade there ispatio surefor to and market umbrellas forpork shade; lush and black brightbeans, back garden be something everydining; guest and will insist onindoor comingdining back area. for! pleasant al fresco a cozy

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4255 Tamiami Trail N. | Naples, FL 34103 239.302.1444 | felipestaqueria.com

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Fish Crazy Restaurant

Jane’s On Third

Restaurant partners Randy and Tony create a Key West vibe and serve fine cuisine in a colorful environment with Naples’ only indoor bocce court. Specialties include “firecracker” shrimp, salmon piccatta, miso sea bass, fish tacos, and craft cocktails. The fish market also sells local produce and Randy’s famous Key lime pie.

Choose from two charming al fresco settings and a cozy indoor dining area. The award-winning brunch menu runs 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dishes with European and American flair include salads, sandwiches, burritos, tacos, and homemade muffins and quiche—all prepared with organic ingredients whenever possible.

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14700 Tamiami Trail N. | Naples, FL 34110 239.260.1070 | fishcrazyrestaurant.com

KC American Bistro

Jim Pepper Sr., has masterfully carved three million cuts of meat in his lifetime. Charred serves the finest quality meats, expertly cut. The menu pairs exquisite meat and fresh seafood with appetizers, side dishes, and sauces. Deliciously simple desserts and carefully selected wine and beer round out the offerings.

Chef Keith Casey composes the menu daily, sourcing fresh ingredients to create cuisine that reflects the food, history, and ethnicity of various American regions. A Culinary Institute of America graduate, Casey worked with chefs Roy Yamaguchi (Roy’s) and Larry Forgione (American Place). Visit the website to see what’s cooking tonight.

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885 Vanderbilt Beach Road | Naples, FL, 34108 239.566.2371 | kcamericanbistro.com

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1833 Tamiami Trail N. | Naples, FL 34102 239.643-2427 | jimmypscharred.com

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Parmesan Pete’s

7935 Airport Pulling Road | Naples, FL 34109 239.992.3663 | parmesanpetes.com

Italian for “plenty of,” it serves up plenty to enjoy: fresh and authentic Italian cuisine, an intimate indoor setting, an alfresco terrazza overlooking Fifth Avenue South, and homemade pastas, sauces, and desserts. “Mom in the kitchen” shares her simple, traditional family dishes along with a direct-from-Napoli pizza chef. Mangia Molto Bene.

This North Naples neighborhood favorite offers a vast menu of traditional Italian cuisine. Chef Peter Della Rocca has culinary roots in Brooklyn and New Jersey and creates dishes for a new generation of diners. A casual, intimate setting makes guests feel like members of this fifth-generation American family. Catering is available.

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Randy’s FishMarket

ROW by Captain Brien

Randy’s provides great food, fun and efficient, friendly service. The team ensures everything–from its fresh seafood specialties and homemade desserts to its laid-back, island atmosphere, and well-stocked bar and wine rack–make guests feel at home. Many of its employees and guests have been around for well over a decade.

Captain Brien Spina and crew bring this sea-to-table experience to discerning diners. They focus on fresh, local ingredients and New England seafood. Meat-lovers go for the Braveheart prime rib, slow-roasted according to a secret family recipe. ROW promises a casual dining experience with an open, nautical feel.

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2500 Vanderbilt Beach Road | Naples, FL 34109 239.389.6901 | rowseafood.com

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10395 Tamiami Trail N. | Naples, FL 34108 239.595.7227 | randysfishmarketrestaurant.com

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Sea Salt

Shula’s Steak House Naples

Sea Salt showcases fresh seafood along with contemporary specialties, fine wine, craft cocktails, and 130 varieties of sea salt. Chef Fabrizio Aielli’s award-winning restaurant features seafood prepared with organic and sustainable ingredients from local farmers and day-boat fishermen whenever possible. An indoor-outdoor bar, private chef’s table, and 18,000-bottle glassed wine cellar add drama.

Shula’s excels at fine steaks and the fresh seafood. The SHULA CUT® ages custom center cuts of premium black Angus beef for the best beef money can buy. The signature BBQ shrimp appetizer is a true crowdpleaser. Under chef Cesar Fernandez, Shula’s has been the recipient of many prestigious awards.

The Dock at Crayton Cove 845 12th Ave. S. | Naples, FL 34102 239.263.9940 | dockcraytoncove.com

Wharf Tavern Restaurant & Lobster House

Adjacent to Naples City Dock, it offers a fitting location for fresh seafood.

Founded in 1976, The Dock showcases the real taste of Naples with chef Corey Heath’s extensive menu of Latin and Caribbean inspirations. The waterfront dining, innovative menu, and relaxed ambience keep locals and visitors coming back.

At the Naples Boat Club, it offers genuine New England seafood and waterfront charm. Besides seafood, there’s something for every appetite.

The Wharf is rapidly becoming a favorite destination for year-round residents, snowbirds, and tourists looking for a good, affordable meal that’s abundant, fresh, made with love, and “wicked good.”

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A Woman’s Touch

Cheers to five women winemakers whose stars are on the rise in a historically male-dominated industry

At the Paul Hobbs Winery, Megan Baccitich oversees the vines and wines.

By Mark Spivak

Andrea Johnson Photography

There is a theory backed up by serious scientific research that suggests women are better wine tasters than men. The research was conducted by Professor Linda Bartoshuk at the University of Florida, who discovered a percentage of the population has more taste receptors on their tongues than others, and more of those “super tasters” are women.

If that is true, we can assume that women must be better winemakers as well. Despite the fact that most studies find only 10 percent of U.S. wineries currently Clockwise from have women in charge below: Pam Starr of their cellars, things raises a glass; Lynn are starting to change.

Penner-Ash; Paul Hobbs barrel room; The shift is largely due Megan Baccitich to the impact of the first generation of female winemakers, who made huge contributions in the field. That group includes Heidi

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Barrett, dubbed “the first lady of wine” by Robert Parker; Helen Turley, superstar consultant and proprietor of Marcassin; Merry Edwards, master of Pinot Noir in the Russian River Valley; and other luminaries, such as Cathy Corison, Eileen Crane, Delia Viader, and Mia Klein.

The following are five women to watch in the years ahead.

Pam Starr, Crocker & Starr, Napa Valley: In 1997, Starr (the former winemaker at Spottswoode Winery) teamed up with grape grower Charlie Crocker to resurrect a historic vineyard in St. Helena that dated back to the 1870s. Their small-production gems include a stunning Sauvignon Blanc, reds such as Cabernet Franc, Stone Place Cabernet Sauvignon, and a blend of Malbec and Cabernet Franc called Casali. She also collaborates with Drew Neiman on Bridesmaid, a line of Bordeaux-style blends. (crockerstarr.com) Megan Baccitich, Paul Hobbs and Crossbarn, Sonoma: A native of Healdsburg, Baccitich grew up literally surrounded by vines.

Since 2006 she has worked closely with the legendary Paul Hobbs to produce stellar wines from some of the best sites in both Napa and Sonoma. Both at Paul Hobbs and Crossbarn, she follows the philosophy of careful vineyard management followed by natural winemaking devoid of manipulative techniques. (paulhobbswinery.com) Lynn Penner-Ash, Penner-Ash, Oregon: Penner-Ash was a trailblazer in the Northwest; after moving to Oregon with her husband, Ron, in 1988, she became the state’s first female winemaker at Rex Hill. The couple launched their own winery 10 years later. They make Viognier and

Left: Sally Johnson, who produces a range of powerful wines at the picturesque Pride Mountain winery

Riesling, but the pride of their production is Pinot Noir, whether using fruit from Willamette Valley, their own estate vineyards, or a cluster of designated sites, such as Shea, Bella Vida, Hyland, and Zena Crown. (pennerash.com) Sally Johnson, Pride Mountain Vineyards, Napa Valley: Johnson fell in love with wine during a college semester in France and eventually became winemaker at Sonoma’s St. Francis Winery & Vineyards. In 2007, she joined Pride Mountain at the historic Summit Ranch on top of Spring Mountain. She works closely with the Pride family to produce powerful, full-bodied wines that display finesse and balance.

Pride Mountain is best known for Merlot, Sangiovese, Cabernet Franc,

Inman Family Wines

Cabernet Sauvignon, and a Reserve Claret. (pridewines.com) Kathleen Inman, Inman Family Wines, Sonoma: Inman describes her role as “grape grower, winemaker, salesperson, accountant, and forklift driver.” She has operated her own winery with her husband, Simon, since 2002, and is beginning to hit the top of her stride. Highlights of the Inmans’ production include a Provence-style rosé made from Pinot Noir, a remarkably well-crafted Chardonnay, and a bevy of Pinot Noirs, including releases from her family-owned Olivet Grange vineyard.

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their place at the trendy table in recent years, especially among creatives. A fun, time-efficient way to hone your green thumb, it’s a wonder they ever left. “Having a terrarium indoors brings life to the room, because you are bringing the outside in,” says Andrea Grace, adult education manager at Naples Botanical Garden, who hosts terrarium workshops. “It is also an art form of sorts.” Turn the page to learn how you can design your own glass-encased garden. —Liza Grant Smith

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What you’ll need For ferns and mosses: • 1 inch gravel • Very thin layer of Sphagnum moss • 1/4 inch horticultural charcoal • 2 inches soil • Plants • Mosses, gravel • Accent figurines

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When layering your terrarium, leave about two-thirds of the glass container as open space, says Andrea Grace, adult education manager at Naples Botanical Garden (naplesgarden.org). Grace offers expert guidance on building your own miniature indoor garden.

• 1 inch gravel • Very thin layer of Sphagnum moss • 1/4 inch horticultural charcoal • 2 inches soil • Plants • Gravel or sand as top-dressing, if desired • Accent figurines

Where to display them: Indoors is best. Most of the plants that do well in terrariums require low light.

Open containers with succulents (part sun/full sun): Lightly moisten surface of soil once a week. Let it dry out completely before watering again.

Open containers with woodland plants (shade/limited filtered sun):Water once a week, misting plants occasionally. Keep soil moist but not soggy. Prune regularly to keep plants at the desired size and shape.

Closed containers with woodland plants, no succulents (shade only): Water only by the teaspoon or simply mist them, if

needed. You should hardly ever need water. If you notice a lot of condensation, leave the lid off for a few days. Prune to maintain shape, if desired.

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Interior design legend Mario Buatta lists Mariah Carey, Barbara Walters, Malcolm Forbes, and Billy Joel among his many high-profile clients. His propensity for using chintzes, replete with textures, patterns, and stripes, earned him the moniker “The Prince of Chintz.” Buatta, whose personality is famously as colorful as the rooms he creates, comes to Naples this month as the special guest at a members’ event for The League Club and a luncheon for members at the Naples Yacht Club. We talked with the designer, whose opulent rooms shown here are from the 7-pound, 432-page book, Mario Buatta: Fifty Years of American Interior Decoration (Rizzoli, 2013). —Kat Smith

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Scott Frances

NI: Explain your signature “Undecorated Look.”

Buatta: You can walk into people’s houses, and it can look just like the decorating floor of a department store. It doesn’t look like anybody lives in these places. They have no personality. My “Undecorated” rooms have personality; they look like real people live in them. The furniture is real, and there are things they may have collected over the years. You don’t want to live in a house that looks like it’s been all dolled up. You want to live in a house where the rooms are comfortable, and people are enjoying them.

What design trend should disappear?

Gray-beige—what we’ve been living with from the ’90s. I grew up in a traditional house that was filled with art deco, art moderne. I hated it. My stylish Aunt Mary loved chinoiserie. That’s where it all started when I was a little boy.

My great love has always been English country style: lots of floral chintzes, different fabrics, classical furniture, occasionally a modern piece thrown in. I like a very cozy, contemporary look.

Scott Frances

Scott Frances

Is there a project or client you would love to work with today?

Those people are all gone. There are few people today to look up to. Yesterday you had the salon ladies, like Babe Paley, Pat Buckley—all those grande dames of New York. You used to want to see how they lived, where they dined, where they traveled. You wanted to learn everything about them. Most people around us today tend to be more democratized. They all wear the same shiny yellow hair, or the same handbags. There are no more Diana Vreelands.

What project are you most proud of?

I’d say certainly the job I did for the White House guesthouse, the Blair House, in 1988.

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Looking for a quiet local escape? Take a deep breath and plunge into a watery world. Scuba diving is yet another way to enjoy the beauty of the Paradise Coast, and you don’t have to travel far to get started. Kevin Sweeney’s SCUBAdventures (239-434-7477, scubadventureslc.com) is the longest-standing dive shop in Naples, offering everything from diving certification to local charters and international trips for divers of all levels. “You can go diving right here in the Gulf, and as long as there’s good visibility, you can see anything you’d see in the Keys—tropical fish, manta rays, nurse sharks, and more,” says Bill D’Antuono, one of the company’s diving instructors. “And Kevin has at least eight trips planned all over the world for 2016, from Belize to Costa Rica. They’re designed to be relaxing sightseeing trips, so anyone can go on them.” —Anna Bjorlin

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Impact Zone Golf, which operates golf programs across the country, launched its world headquarters last December at a facility on Collier Center Way in Naples. (239-236-5536, impactzonegolf.com)

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Avow Expands Palliative Care

Avow, a nonprofit hospice in Naples, will open the Lyon Palliative Care and Hospice Center later this year. Construction on the new building began in January. The center is named after Naples resident Thelma Lyon, who donated an undisclosed sum of money for the expansion. The two-story, 24,000-square-foot facility will become the new home for Avow’s palliative care, serving adults and children with serious illnesses. It will also serve as a place for families to grieve. The new center, a $6 million project, is expected to open in November on the southeast side of the Avow’s 15-acre campus. (239261-4404, avowcares.org,)

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Landmark Hospital opens in Naples Hospital patients in town now have another option when it comes to longterm care. Landmark Hospital of Naples, the city’s first facility designed specifically for the long-term care of people with complex medical conditions, began accepting a small number of patients last fall and expects to be operating fully by later this month. The seventh and largest Landmark Hospital to be built thus far, the Naples facility features 50 private rooms, several operating rooms, a full lab, and a pharmacy. It will receive patients referred

from Collier and Lee County hospitals who need longer periods of time to recover, generally about 30 days. “What I’m excited about is the new prototype design for the acute care industry,” says Jimmy Dascani, CEO of Landmark Hospital. “By receiving patients from Collier and Lee County hospitals, we help them free up bed space while providing the patients a safe and comfortable place to recover that is tailored for improvement over the long term.” (239-539-1800, landmark hospitals.com/naples.aspx) —A.B.

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Emily James When on Fifth Avenue, stop in the Emily James Gallery and see the master painter creating art at her easel. The gallery walls hold a collection of her work, from realistic to abstracts, and patrons will likely find the award-winning artist working on a commission piece for an admirer.

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Golden Apple On April 1, Champions For Learning will host its Golden Apple Celebration of Teachers Dinner at the Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club. This event, presented by Suncoast Credit Union Foundation, will honor teachers who have made a difference in students’ lives. Event proceeds will support the educator programs of Champions For Learning. Tickets for this event are $250.

Table and event sponsorships are also available. For more information, contact Jason Kurek at 239-643-4755 or jkurek@championsforlearning.org.

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Protect Your Pet The one aspect of your overall estate plan that may give you the most peace of mind

By Judy Martel Every so often, a sensational headline about famous pets grabs the spotlight: hotel magnate Leona Helmsley’s $12 million trust for her dog, Trouble, for example, or fashion designer Alexander McQueen’s bequest of $82,000 for the care of his three pooches.

Tales of excess aside, for many, a beloved pet is a faithful companion that owners want to ensure is properly cared for in the event of their death. Choosing the best method to accomplish this depends on how legally binding you want the arrangement to be. Once you’ve identified a potential caregiver, you have three options for drafting an agreement. Attorney Julie A. Calligaro, author of Estate Planning for Pet Owners, walks us through your choices.

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Letter of Instruction

This is the most informal of the three documents, says Calligaro. Basically, you’re leaving the caregiver a set of instructions regarding your wishes as it relates to the care of your pet. It is not legally binding, meaning there is no recourse if the caregiver opts out and decides to give your pet away, neglects to care for it, or, worse, decides to have the pet put down.

A letter of instruction is akin to a pet owner simply saying, “I trust you, and here is the information I think you’ll need to take good care of my pet,” explains Calligaro.

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Because there is no formal funding involved with a letter of instruction, many owners also set up a bank account that is payable on death to the caregiver. But once again, there is nothing legally stating that the caregiver must use the funds solely for the care of your pet.

keep caregivers honest knowing they’ve made a commitment.” A contract can also specify that if the pet dies, the remaining money is directed to another person or charity. But again, you’re essentially trusting the caregiver to respect the contract, says Calligaro.

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One step up from a letter, a contract is prepared by an attorney and signed by the pet owner and the future caregiver.

With this method, there is a little more security in that it is legally binding, at least technically. However, warns Calligaro, keep in mind there is no guarantee the contract will be enforced. “In theory, it sounds great because the caregiver should feel some pressure from it being a legally binding contract,” she says. “But from a practical standpoint, who’s going to tell? The pet can’t report wrongdoing. Who’s going to enforce it? Not likely anyone. So it’s really just something to

Pet Trust

The most formal—and binding—of the three options, a statutory pet trust is legal in most states, including Florida. You will appoint a trustee (who should not be the same person as the caregiver) to make all decisions involving the care of your pet, including how the caregiver may use any funds you have set up for your pet. “The trustee will control the purse strings,” says Calligaro. In addition, if the caregiver and trustee disagree about anything regarding the pet, the trustee will rule. And should the caregiver pass away before the pet or become too sick to continue care, the trustee has the authority to name a new caregiver. «

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Extraordinary renovated beachfront estate embodies luxury with understated elegance throughout its 10,345 SF. Gourmet Clive Christian kitchen. Sweeping Gulf Vistas. 7+den/7.2 $19,900,000

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Port Royal estate designed by Harrell & Co Architects blends Country French architecture with clean lined contemporary interiors to create a visionary style. 4+den/5.1 $7,950,000

Architecturally significant coastal contemporary estate home with a sprawling 8,549 SF of living space with world class features and finishes.

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An architecturally significant, Bermuda style home fashioned in the spirit of a transitionally sleek coastal contemporary living style with big, bold waterfront vistas down Jamaica Bay. 5+den/5.2 $6,450,000

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Walking distance to the beach and prestigious Port Royal Club. $4,995,000

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Exceptional custom home on a mahogany-lined street just blocks to the beach. Lush, enchanting landscaping and magnificently finished interior.

4+den/4.2 $4,595,000 REDUCED BY $200,000!

This estate with 7,128 SF sits on two large lots with 326’ on the Imperial River in the Hidden Harbor community and just underwent a MAJOR renovation by Harwick Homes. 4+den/6 $3,995,000 REDUCED BY $500,000!

Excellent value for this charming cottage-style home that comes with deeded boat house steps away. Ideally located minutes to beach or 5th Ave shopping/dining. 4+den/4 $2,495,000

Gorgeous Florida Cottage home built in 2002 on famous “Cottage Row” Within walking distance to the beach. Directly across from Cambier Park. 4 car garage. 3/2.1 $1,995,000

Quintessential ranch-style Moorings home blends Old Florida charm with superb craftsmanship and is located in the heart of the desirable Moorings neighborhood. 3+den/2 $1,450,000

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The Landings at Bear’s Paw Antigua Model

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Agenda

Harmon-Meek Gallery presents Richard Haas, Museum as Muse, March 20-April 1.

Hallway, Afternoon Light, Richard Haas

Marianne Friedland Gallery celebrates 25 years in naples with works by featured gallery artists.

Study for Orlando Courthouse, Al Held

Naples Depot Museum’s exhibit “Naples’ Peaceful Places,” through March.

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ART & MUSEUMS The Baker Museum, Artis—Naples—Dressed and Undressed, Selections from the Permanent Collection, through March 6; Yves Saint Laurent + Halston, Fashioning the ’70s, through March 6; Paco Pomet, through March 30; Florida Contemporary, through April 20; Naples Collects, through June 19; Dawn’s Forest, The Sculpture of Louise Nevelson, through July 24; Art After Hours, March 30; artisnaples.org.

Centers for the Arts Bonita Springs—Bonita Springs National Art Festival, March 5-6, Riverside Park, Bonita Springs; Surf and Turf exhibition, opening reception March 11, show March 1124; artcenterbonita.org.

Collier County Museum, Naples—Apron Strings: Ties to the Past, through March 16; 27th Annual Old Florida Festival, March 19-20; 239-252-8476.

DeBruyne Fine Art, Naples—Stephen Shortridge exhibit, through March 9; Roy and Amanda Clark exhibit, March 10-April 23; 239-262-4551.

East West Fine Art, Naples—Devil is in the Details, hyperrealist works by four contemporary artists, March 9-30; 239-821-9459.

Galleries of Crayton Cove, Naples—Art After Dark, art gallery receptions, live music, and refreshments, March 12; galleriesofcraytoncove.com.

Gallery on Fifth, Mercato—Scent of a Woman, Russian artists Georgy Kurasov and Vladimir Golub, through March 2; Sunburns and Sharks, Florida seaside art, March 9-30; 239-220-7503.

Gardner Colby Gallery—Contemplating Nature, nature-based paintings by Doug Foltz and David Kidd with natural assemblage by Ran Adler, opening reception March 2, March 2-16; 239-403-7787.

Harmon-Meek Gallery, Naples—Laura Shechter Retrospective, through March 4; Richard Segalman: Now and Then, invitational opening on March 6, March 6-18; Richard Haas: Museum as Muse, invitational opening March 20, March 20-April 1; 239-261-2637.

Harmon-Meek | Modern, Naples—Tobi Kahn exhibit, through March 12; Babette Bloch exhibit, March 17-April 16; 239-262-2699.

Divine Sunset, Emily James

Connecting with Nature Naples-born artist Reisha Perlmutter communicates her view of the world and the environment around her through painting. As a native Floridian, she developed a deep appreciation for the effects of light and the power and beauty of nature, as her work shows. The artist, who earned a masters degree in fine art from the New York Academy of Art, will display several works in a reception and show titled “Origins” March 23 and 24 at Sea Salt on Third Street South. Perlmutter will donate 20 percent of sales from the opening night to the Conservancy of Southwest Florida. (207-332-4050) Ikebana Naples—Gyotaku Fish Rubbing/Printing workshop, March 2, Naples Botanical Garden; Annual Luncheon, March 16, Grey Oaks Country Club, Naples; ikebananaples.com.

Marco Island Center for the Arts—Calusa Garden Club Flower Show, March 3-6; Arts & Crafts Show, March 5-6; Cars as Art, March 26; 239-394-4221.

Marco Island Historical Museum—Isles of Capri …

A Place in Time, works by architect, author, and artist Donald Sunshine, through April 26; 239-642-1440.

Marianne Friedland Gallery, Naples—20th Century American Masters, works by gallery featured artists from its 25-year history, March 1-31; 239-262-3484.

Museum of the Everglades—Bountiful and Beautiful Paintings of Coastal Communities: The Everglades to Key West Connection, local artist Paul Arsenault, reception March 5, March 1-31; 239-695-0008.

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Naples Art Association at The von Liebig Art Center—Art in the Park, March 5; 45th Annual Jade Riedel Scholarship Competition, March 12-April 16; The 51st Founders Juried Award, March 12-April 16; Downtown Naples Festival of the Arts, March 1920, Fifth Avenue South; naplesart.org.

Naples Art District—First Wednesday Art Alive, March 2; Third Weekend Art Alive, March 19-20, Naples Art District, North Naples; 239-580-7999.

Naples Artcrafters—Fine Art & Craft Show, March 12, Cambier Park; naplesartcrafters.com.

Naples Botanical Garden—Naples Flower Show and Garden Market, March 18-19; Nature Connects: Art with LEGO Bricks, through April 10; naplesgarden.org.

Naples Depot Museum—Naples’ Peaceful Places, works by local artist Phil Fisher, through March 30; 239-262-6525.

Naples Historical Society at Historic Palm Cottage—Palm Cottage tours, Tuesday through Saturday; walking tours of the Historic District, Wednesdays; guided tours of the Norris Gardens, first and third Thursdays; Palm Cottage Full Moon tour, March 23; 239-261-8164.

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The spotlight shines all month long on a selection of dazzling works by nationally renowned local artist Emily James. The exhibit space at the Marco Island Center for the Arts will be dedicated entirely to this one-woman show, with an opportunity to meet the artist at an evening reception March 22. Naples Philharmonic violinist Jeff Leigh will perform music inspired by a number of James’ paintings at a reception March 10. (marcoislandart.org)

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Agenda Rosen Gallery & Studios, Naples—Tracy Magen Rosen: Family Series, featuring recent works and family themes through historical photographs, through April 5; 239-821-1061.

Thomas Riley Studio, Naples—Orley Shabahang Trunk Show, through March 5; Jamie Harris, Shane McAdams + Guests exhibit, artist reception March 10, March 10-April 8; thomasrileystudio.com.

Up Art and Design Gallery, Naples—FABruary, through March 14; Marching Orders, March 18-May 9; upartanddesign.com.

CHILDREN & TEENS Artis—Naples—Make & Take Art: Contemporary Creations, March 2; artisnaples.org.

Collier County Fair 2016—40th annual fair with games, rides, shows, and food, March 17-27, Collier County Fairgrounds, Naples; colliercountyfair.com.

Golisano Children’s Museum of Naples—Many

Faces, Many Places: Masks from Around the World, through March 8; cmon.org.

Marine Industries Association of Collier County—2016 Kids Fishing Clinic, March 12, Naples Pier; 239-682-0900.

Naples Botanical Garden—W.O.N.D.E.R. in the Garden, Saturdays and Sundays; Egg Hunt in the Garden, March 26; naplesgarden.org.

Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens—Spring Fest, Wild Animals Hunt for Easter Eggs, breakfast with the Easter Bunny and friends, March 25-27; napleszoo.org.

Rosen Gallery & Studios—Clay Art for Kids & Parents, 4-week sessions led by award-winning artist Richard Rosen, Mondays; 239-821-1061.

FILM Centers for the Arts Bonita Springs—Films for Film Lovers: Maria Full of Grace, March 7; Ameri-

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Everglades Historical Society—Movie Night, March 11, Everglades Community Church; ever gladeshistorical.org.

Italian Cultural Society—Film series, The Agony and the Ecstasy, March 14; I Cento Passi (The Hundred Steps), March 28, The Norris Center, Naples; 239-434-3323.

Jewish Film Festival—The Sidney R. Hoffman Memorial festival presented by the Jewish Congregation of Marco Island and the Jewish Federation of Collier County, Deliman, film and reception, March 8, Jewish Congregation, Marco Island; 239-263-4205.

Marco Island Foundation for the Arts—2016 Winter Film Series, Tosca, March 9; Midnight in Paris, March 16; 239-389-0280.

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Marco Island Seafood and Music Festival—Annual festival with arts and crafts vendors, children’s activities, and more, March 18-20, Veteran’s Community Park, Marco Island; 239-393-1350.

Naples Jewish Film Festival—Presented by Beth Tikvah of Naples, Dough, March 13; Sabena, March 20, Sugden Community Theatre, Naples; naples jewishfilmfestival.org.

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Kathryn’s Collection, Naples—Blair Stanley Trunk Show, Spring 2016 Collection, March 10-12; 239-434-1885.

Fifth Avenue South, Naples—Evening on Fifth and Sidewalk Sale, March 10; fifthave nuesouth.com.

La Femme Perfumery, Naples—Meet Mary Pergoda, national promotional director for hair guru J.F. Lazartigue-Paris, complimentary state-of-theIndia Fest—Cultural show, food, and venart hair and scalp analysis focusing on hair loss and dors, March 18, Fleischmann Park, Naples; thinning hair, personalized prescription, gift with 239-263-6766. purchase, March 16; 239-434-7444.

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Marissa Collections, Naples—Trunk shows: Yossi Harari Fine Jewelry with personal appearance, March 3-5; Bounkit Jewelry, March 8-9; Brunello Cucinelli Men’s and Women’s Fall 2016, March 9-11; Irene Neuwirth with PA, March 17-19; Oscar de la Renta Fall 2016, March 17-19; Michael Kors Fall 2016, March 22-23; Lucifer Vir Honestus Fine Jewelry with PA, March 23-24; Rebecca Taylor, March 24-26; Kathy Comelli, March 31-April 2; 239-263-4333.

Naples Craft Beer Festival—Annual event celebrating the art of craft beer, beer samples, food pairings and entertainment, March 5, Bayfront Place, Naples; 239-649-8700.

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The Village on Venetian Bay—Spring Into Fashion, music and runway fashion show, March 12; St. Patty’s Day Celebration, March 17; Easter Jamboree, March 26; Village Green Market, Sunday mornings; venetianvillage.com.

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Waterside Shops, Naples—Sip & Shop Sundays, special $5 Bloody Marys, mimosas, and music in the Pavilion, proceeds this month benefit Naples Art Association, March 6, 13, 20; watersideshops.com.

MUSIC Artis—Naples—Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra, March 1-2; The McCartney Years, March 3-4; Andrey Boreyko with Colin Currie, March 4-5; Wang Chamber Music, March 6; Willie Nelson & Family, March 6; Chris Botti, March 9; Hubert Laws, March 9; An Evening of Overtures, March 12; Balsam Range, March 12; Tony Bennett, March 13; Branford Marsalis, March 1719; Jodie DeSalvo, March 20; Hooray for Hollywood, March 29-April 2; artisnaples.org.

Bonita Blues Festival—Music by national and regional blues bands, local food vendors, and family fun, March 11-12, Riverfront Park, Bonita Springs; bonitablues.com.

Bonita Springs Concert Band—Free concert, March 19, Estero High School, Estero; bonitasprings concertband.com.

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Cambier Park, Naples—Naples Dixieland Jazz Band, March 6; Music Makers, March 7 and 21; Gulf Coast Big Band, March 13; Naples Concert Band, March 20; 239-594-5141.

Centers for the Arts Bonita Springs—Rebecca Richardson & Dan Heck–Evolution of the Ladies of Swing, March 4; Irish Night, March 15; The BonArts Chamber Music Series, Austrian Music Salon, March 23; Jazz with a Twist–Jebry, March 25; art centerbonita.org.

Classic Chamber Concerts, Naples—Fifth Avenue Chamber Orchestra, March 7 and 14; Aizuri String Quartet & Amernet String Quartet, March 28, Sugden Community Theatre, Naples; classic chamberconcerts.org.

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Cultural & Performing Arts Center, Naples—Mercato Festival Series, Americana, March 6, Mercato, Naples; Spectrum Series: Chrysalis, March 25, Wang Opera Center, Naples; capacenter.org.

Estero Concert Series—Chamber Music Concert, March 13, Koreshan State Park, Estero; 239-596-8404.

Gulfshore Opera—Saint Matthew’s Passion, featuring the FGCU Chamber Choir and The Fort Myers Symphonic Mastersingers Chamber Chorus, March 20, North Naples Church; gulfshoreopera.org.

Naples Botanical Garden—Jazz in the Garden, The Elements of Jazz, March 13; Tributes in the Garden, The Shindigs: A Tribute to the Beach Boys, March 25; naplesgarden.org.

Naples Music Club—Musical Soiree featuring Richard Bosworth and Daniela Shtereva, March 13, private home in Grey Oaks, Naples; naplesmusicclub.org.

Norris Center, Naples—Richard Perron and Acoustically Speaking, March 17; 239-213-3058.

Opera Naples—Beaux Arts Chamber Music Series, March 8, Wang Opera Center, Naples; La Traviata, March 18 and 20, The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples; 239-963-9050.

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The University of Florida’s Bob Graham Center for Public Service—Lecture and reception with author and historian David McCullough, March 22, The Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club; bobgrahamcenter.ufl.edu.

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Preserving Our World Celebrate Southwest Florida’s unique natural environment while supporting its preservation at one of these eco-conscious gatherings.

The Conservancy of Southwest Florida’s Magic Under the Mangroves (239-403-4218, conservancy .org) March 3 will transform the Nature Center with an elegant, “eco-chic” gala featuring opportunities to support the organization’s mission of protecting the region’s water, land, wildlife, and future.

Head to the Naples Botanical Garden March 5 for The Jewel of the Everglades (239-695-1023, orchid swamp.org), where guests can learn about Florida’s largest and most diverse state park. Hosted by the Friends of Fakahatchee, this event includes an ecologically oriented raffle and Fund-A-Need live auction.

The Friends of Rookery Bay’s annual Batfish Bash (239-530-5940, rookerybay.org) March 19 at Rookery Bay’s Environmental Learning Center includes cocktails and a silent auction before dinner and dancing on the center’s spacious back lawn. Proceeds will support research and education programs. —A.B.

Hatchet and the Outlaws, March 19; seminoleim mokaleecasino.com.

Voices of Naples—Opera Ain’t for Everyone, March 13, St. Leo’s Catholic Church, Life Bonita Springs; 239-455-2582.

SPEAKERS & SEMINARS Centers for the Arts Bonita Springs—Tuesday Art Talks: From the Old Masters to 1914, March 1; Meet the Composers: Franz Joseph Haydn–A Man for all Seasons, March 6, Hinman Auditorium; art centerbonita.org.

Friends of the Library of Collier County—Nick Linn Lecture Series, luncheon and lectures with authors Tess Gerritsen, March 7; Adriana Trigiani, March 14, The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples; 239-262-8135.

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Holocaust Museum & Education Center of South-­ west Florida—Katz Lecture Series, March 21, Community Room at the Naples Daily News building; 239-263-9200.

Naples Historical Society at Historic Palm Cottage—Garden Side Chickee Chat, Naples Airdrome: Its Role in WWII and Beyond, March 18; 239-261-8164.

Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens—Florida Panthers presentation, March 24; napleszoo.org.

Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve, Naples—Lunch & Learn Lecture: Changes in Estuarine Fish Nurseries, March 1; rookerybay.org.

TheatreZone, Naples—Into the Woods TalkBack, post-show discussion with theatre trivia and anec-

American Cancer Society, Marco Island—Imagination Ball, “Wash Away Cancer” event honoring Bill and Karen Young, March 5, Marco Island Marriott Beach Resort, Golf Club & Spa; 239-6428800, ext. 3894.

American Cancer Society, Naples—Sixth Annual Bucket List Bash, March 4, Naples Grande Beach Resort, acsbucketlistbash.com.

American Heart Association, Southwest Florida Market—Southwest Florida Heart Ball, black-tie gala, March 5, Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa, Bonita Springs; 239-495-4911.

Archangel Fund for Collier County Charities— The Fine Art of Living, A Celebration of Words and Wine, March 12, Port Royal Club, Naples; 239-262-0353.

Boys & Girls Club Of Collier County—Youth of the Year Celebration, special guest Viola Davis, March 14, Artis—Naples; 239-325-1700.

Catholic Charities of Collier County—31st Anniversary Emerald Ball, March 19, The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples; 239-455-2655.

Catholic Charities of Lee, Hendry, and Glades Counties—2016 Venetian Charity Ball, March 12, Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort and Spa, Bonita Springs; 239-337-4193.

Children’s Advocacy Center—20th Anniversary Beach Ball: Portugal, specialty drinks, live music, dinner, auctions, and more, March 5, Naples Grande Beach Resort; 239-263-8383.

Collier Child Care Resources—Big Impressions

by Little Artists, luncheon and auction with art pieces by children who attend the NCEF Early Childhood Development Center, March 4, The Hilton, Naples; collierchildcare.org.

Community Foundation of Collier County, United Arts Council and the Conservancy of Southwest Florida—Turtles on the Town, live auction of artwork to support the arts and the environment, March 9, Conservancy of Southwest Florida, Naples; 239-649-5000.

Community Pregnancy Clinics—2016 Fundraising Gala, featuring keynote speaker Laura Ingraham, March 2, Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa; 239-262-6381.

Drug Free Collier—8th Annual Fundraising Luncheon, March 3, The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples; 239-377-0535.

FGCU’s School of Resort and Hospitality Management—27th Annual Wanderlust, African safarithemed event featuring dinner, auctions with travel packages, and more, March 19, Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa, Bonita Springs; fgcu.edu/ wanderlust.

Freedom Waters Foundation—Second Annual Kind Mariners Ball, “Evening on the Emerald Isle” celebrating the foundation’s 10th anniversary, March 12, Naples Sailing & Yacht Club; 630-251-3200.

Golisano Children's Hospital of Southwest Florida—Wild About Kids, invitation-only event benefiting the children’s hospital set to open in 2017, March 12, NGALA Wildlife Preserve, Naples; 239-343-6950.

Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs—Annual Bark-A-Que fundraiser, hosted by Altair Training Solutions, March 5, Altair Regional Training facility, Immokalee; 239-777-8954.

MS Gal Linda Bartok adds her dot to Debbie Heil’s car.

Spot On March is National MS Education and Awareness Month, a time to learn about the autoimmune disease that afflicts approximately 400,000 Americans. Neapolitan Dr. Debbie Heil, a retired physician who has been living with multiple sclerosis for several years, founded the Heil-Luthringer Foundation in 2007 with Lisa Luthringer to educate people with the illness, their families, care givers, and health-care providers.

Recently Heil launched MS Gal, an awareness campaign and initiative to expand the foundation’s online and offline connections for those living with MS, as well as educate them, their families, and the community about the disease.

As part of the initiative, Heil created the MS Gal Polka Dot Awareness Challenge to bring attention to MS through the image of polka dots on a red background. You may “spot” Heil around town in her red Mercedes—she placed large, white dots all over the car to represent each of the organization’s members who have MS. (239-592-7020, empowerment education.org)

Hodges University—Humanitarian of the Year Award Luncheon, March 22, The Naples Grande Beach Resort, Naples; 239-598-6159.

nual fundraiser featuring a cocktail reception, performances, a silent auction, and more, March 6, Sugden Community Theatre, Naples; 239-263-7990.

The Naples Players—“There's No Business Like Show Business” gala, gourmet dinner with exclusive performances, March 22, The Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club; 239-434-7340.

Ricky King Children’s Fund—Wines Around the World “Taste & Discover,” March 3, Shula’s Steak House, Naples; 239-449-0209.

Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens—ZOObilee: Feast with the Beasts, annual fundrasiser March 11; 239-262-5409, ext. 144.

Project HELP, Naples—Vagina Monologues, fifth an

Royal Palm Academy, Naples—Kings’ Celebration Gala, “An Evening in Paris,” March 5, The Vineyards Country Club, North Naples, 239-594-9888.

St. Matthew’s House, Naples—Celebration of Hope Benefit Dinner, March 10, St. John the

Evangelist Catholic Church, Naples; 239-7740500.

Seacrest Country Day School, Naples—Celebrate Seacrest 2016: A Night in Gotham City, March 19, Grey Oaks Country Club, Naples; 239-793-1986.

The Shelter for Abused Women & Children, Naples—Old Bags Luncheon, silent auction of designer handbags and a runway fashion show presented by Saks Fifth Avenue, March 24, The RitzCarlton Golf Resort, Naples; 239-775-3862.

SPORTS & OUTDOORS Collier-Seminole State Park—Star Gazing Party with The Everglades Astronomical Society, March 5; 239-394-3397.

Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary—After Hours program, Creeping Crawlies: Herpetological Wonders of Collier County, March 18; corkscrew .audubon.org.

CurePSP—12th Annual Awareness & Memorial Walk, March 12, Mackle Park, Marco Island; 239-353-3960.

Marco Island Half Marathon Bridge Run & 5K— Benefits Marco Island community organizations, March 20, Shops at San Marco; marcoislandhalf marathon.com.

Miracle Limbs-Courage in Motion—Eighth Annual Miracle Limbs Benefit Bike Ride, March 12, North Collier Regional Park; 239-591-8393.

Pan-Florida Challenge—Third Annual Challenge for Hungry Kids, bicycle ride from Naples to West Palm Beach, March 12-13; 561-400-2712.

Red Sox Foundation/Mass. General Hospital Home Base Program—Home Base Golf Outing, for the Warrior Health and Fitness Challenge, March 12, Kensington Golf & Country Club; 617-643-0457.

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Above: CCCR’s Big Impressions by Little Artists fundraiser.

Right: Mary Bowden, of Chrysalis Chamber Players, at CAPA’s Spectrum series.

Susan G. Komen Southwest Florida—Race for the Cure, March 5, Coconut Point Mall, Estero; 239-498-0016.

THEATER/DANCE Artis—Naples—The Joffrey Ballet, March 8; Late Nite Catechism, March 16-19; Kinky Boots, March 22-27; artisnaples.org.

Centers for the Arts Bonita Springs—Improv Café and Improv Tonight!, March 5, Moe Auditorium & Film Center; Arsenic and Old Lace, presented by CFABS Community Players, March 10-20; artcenterbonita.org.

Gulfshore Playhouse—Ken Ludwig’s Moon Over Buffalo, through March 13; An Enemy of the People, a new version of the Henrik Ibsen play, March 26-April 17; gulfshoreplay house.org.

Island Theater Company, Marco Island—Saga of Roaring Gulch, musical spoof of the Wild West, March 17-20 and 31; theateronmarco.com.

The Naples Players—Young Frankenstein, by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan, March 2-April 3; A Sleeping Country, by Melanie Marnich and Jessica Walck, March 23-April 16, Sugden Community Theatre, Naples; 239-263-7990.

Off the Hook Comedy Club, Naples—Greg Warren, March 3-5; Jim Brueur, special show, March 6; Godfrey, March 10-13; Caroline Rhea, March 18-20; Jimmy Keys, special dinner and show, March 21; Ian Bagg, March 24-27; Ben Gleib, March 31-April 3; offthe hookcomedyclub.com.

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Seminole Casino Hotel, Immokalee—Third Annual Comedian’s Ball, four-part comedy contest featuring a surprise guest judge, March 2; 239-658-1313.

TheatreZone, Naples—Into the Woods, March 3-6, 10-13, G&L Theatre, Community School of Naples; theatrezone-florida.com.

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, with her ebullient smile and colorful sense of style, is rarely missed when attending charity events for the women and children’s causes she is passionate about. The 13-year Naples resident and mother of three is a philanthropist, a world traveler—and she’s light on her feet. A dedicated ballroom dancer, Davis is an eight-time World Pro/Am champion, a seventime United States Open Pro/Am Champion, and she received the Miss Incredible award in 2014 by celebrity dance pro Mark Ballas.

Travel spot: St. Tropez: Caves du Roy at Hotel Byblos, and Club 55 216 NAPLES ILLUSTRATED

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OYSTER PERPETUAL DAY-DATE II IN PL ATINUM

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