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Hi Naples, we made it to Thursday!
In today’s fun-for-grown-ups edition: AI-mapped 911 response, Olivier Latry recital, and 9 to 5 musical + plenty of reasons to put on real pants this week.
Today’s sponsor, Spot Pet Insurance, is something I wish I had before a late-night emergency vet visit left me with a $10,000 credit card bill. It’s cheaper than Netflix… and means you never have to choose between your pet and your savings. It takes less than 5 minutes to sign up – get started here.
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📰 In the news
Emerging tech tests privacy lines: AI mapping is reshaping 911 response in Florida, as Naples-based 9-1-1.Locate.AI partners with local agencies to map buildings and golf courses, speeding help while raising worries about detailed floor plans — read the full story.
Milestone for a regional cornerstone: A. Vernon Allen Builder, founded in 1951, is celebrating 75 years in 2026, honoring hundreds of custom homes across Naples and Sanibel with a legacy of craftsmanship — read the full story.
Dive into local history: Marco Island Shell Club’s final seminar will be March 6 at Marco Island Public Library, featuring Thomas Lockyear on Everglades history. Free admission, with Spring Expo and Shell Art Sale — see when and where to go.
Gold & silver are hot: Coming off gold’s best year since 1979, the momentum is carrying well into 2026 with silver remaining one of the most talked-about assets. Curious why they’re back in focus? American Hartford Gold has a free guide that explains what’s happening and how people are approaching it today. It’s free – and definitely worth a read.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Highlights this week:
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🐾 One pet emergency can cost $10,000+
Together with our sponsor Spot Pet Insurance
Nothing prepares you for a late-night emergency at the vet. I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache.
From the initial exam fee just to be seen, to x-rays, surgery, medication, and follow-up visits… the bill racks up fast (to say the least). And at that moment? You’re not thinking about your savings, you’re just saying yes to whatever keeps them thriving.
As soon as we got home, I dug around online and ultimately signed up for Spot.
It’s super affordable and reimburses up to 90% on qualified vet bills. It was too late for me, but it’s not too late for you. Sign up today.
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🫶 We got your back
Local burger fix: When you need a reliable, juicy pick-me-up, Brooks Burgers serves handcrafted patties, playful toppings, and thick milkshakes that can turn any weekday into a small celebration. A Naples staple, it nails the “treat yourself” vibe without fuss, keeping dinner simple, satisfying, and a little bit fun.
Inline skate fix: Craving wheels under you? Naples Roller Hockey League keeps the covered rink at Veterans Community Park buzzing with year-round leagues, skills sessions, and lively tournaments. Play hard or just cheer from the boards; the energy’s contagious and the local scene is always rolling.
Because cars tell stories: At Revs Institute, automotive history becomes a surprisingly zen escape, with museum-quality machines, no stuffiness, and docents who make you linger. Expect design, ingenuity, and nostalgia… then try not to Google “project car” on the way home.
Access cash without selling your home: A reverse mortgage can help anyone over 62 cover everyday expenses, support healthcare needs, fund home improvements, or even reduce pressure on 401(k) withdrawals – all while staying in your home. Longbridge offers a free calculator to estimate how much flexibility your home could provide, with no commitment required.
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📆 Naples for grown ups
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🌺 Naples Orchid Society Presentation @ Moorings Presbyterian Church | Thursday (3/5) at 6:00 PM – Trade Netflix for nectar as Naples Orchid Society hosts Tomas on miniature orchids. Expect a raffle table, petite beauties for sale, and tips to keep them thriving on your lanai, not in witness protection. Learn a little, take one home, feel smug.
⛪ Oliver Latry @ Moorings Presbyterian Church | Friday (3/6) at 7:00 PM – Olivier Latry, principal organist of Notre Dame de Paris, plays the Sterritte Family Organ Friday at 7, free and ticketless, with classics, contemporary surprises, and his jaw-dropping improvisations. Consider it date night for your ears, and if you feel moved, the plate awaits.
👗 Berkshire Lakes Fashion Show and Luncheon Fundraiser @ Royal Wood Golf & Country Club | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – Petunias of Naples is strutting in with spring looks at a Berkshire Lakes luncheon, with a silent auction, a 50/50, a guest jeweler, and a one-day sale, all raising money for school supplies for local kids. It’s $50, and consider it guilt-free spending.
🐶 Wine & Wags @ R.A.D Corkscrew Winery | Sunday (3/8) at 1:00 PM – Feel like you and the dog both need a reset? Head to RAD Winery’s farm in Estero for a low-drama afternoon of good wine, fresh air, and tail wags, plus local pet vendors, rescue pups, and the kind of community you actually want to see.
🌿 March Break Day @ Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary | Monday (3/9) at 10:00 AM – Bring the kids to Corkscrew Swamp for March Break Day, with interpretive tables and free one-hour guided boardwalk tours included with regular admission. Spots go fast, so swing by the admissions desk early, enjoy the quiet, and let the swamp do the tiring.
📚 Beachfront Book Sale @ Naples Regional Library | Wednesday (3/11) at 3:00 PM – Stock up on beach reads at the Beachfront Book Sale at Naples Regional Library, where paperbacks cost less than your latte and last longer. Friends of the Library get first crack, then it opens to everyone for a multi-day treasure hunt, tote bags encouraged.
💼 9 to 5: The Musical @ Naples Players Sugden Theater | Wednesday (3/11) at 7:30 PM – If your workday still gives you flashbacks, the Naples Players have the cure with 9 to 5: The Musical, complete with Dolly tunes, sass, and sweet revenge. Three fed-up coworkers flip the script, you get laughs, nostalgia, and a night out that ends on time.
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Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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📻 Naples report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 83°F – Low: 68°F – Precip: 43%
A chance of rain showers after 1pm. Mostly sunny. High near 83, with temperatures falling to around 78 in the afternoon. Southeast wind 7 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. Later: A slight chance of rain showers between 7pm and 1am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 68. East wind around 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
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Tomorrow – High: 83°F – Low: 68°F – Precip: 36%
A chance of rain showers after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 83. Southeast wind 7 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. Later: A chance of rain showers before 7pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 68. East wind around 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
Someone Googled you this week 👀
It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.
Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.
Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.
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