It’s Friday, Naples! In today’s can’t-miss-weekend-plans edition: Scholarships for 53 students, a candlelight 90s unplugged concert, and a beach clean up plus class + a stacked lineup of events this weekend.
Your homeowners insurance has a blind spot: It covers your house if a tree falls on it. It doesn’t cover your furnace when it quits in January, your AC when it dies in July, or your water heater when it starts leaking on a Tuesday. Those are all classified as "normal wear and tear," and they're 100% on you. American Home Shield can help fill that gap for ~$1/day (even if your appliances and systems are really old) -- see what it covers.* |
01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Supporting community nutrition: Island Country Club Charitable Foundation awarded $60,000 to Our Daily Bread Food Pantry, funding 33,850 meals, 1,200 weekend packs to 60 Tommie Barfield students, plus Summer Meals for Kids -- read how funds will help.
Milestone for student support: The Naples Woman’s Club awarded $369,000 in scholarships to 53 Collier County students, the largest single-year investment in its 90-year history. Recipients were honored at an April 26 reception -- see the scholarship impact.
Club reaches new milestone: Naples Elite Soccer Club has sent U14 and U15 squads to Colorado for a national title bid after winning state and regional titles. Their Denver opener will be July 7 -- follow the team to Colorado.
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The slower you walk, the more it works: Tai Chi walking is trending online. Turns out it's centuries old — slow deliberate steps, paced breath, attention on the body. Thirty minutes a day burns fat, lifts your mood, and builds balance. No gym, no treadmill, no pounding on the joints. Take the quick quiz to see if it fits, then use code BASELOCAL for a discount on the coaching plan -- see how it works.* Highlights this week: |
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Creative fix this week: From murals and indie studios to waterfront hangs at Celebration Park and pints at Ankrolab, Bayshore Arts District Naples FL is the creative heartbeat right off Bayshore. Stroll for a First Friday, browse a gallery, then fuel up on tacos or coffee... your week just got more colorful.
Effortless brows, finally: Beauty Studio by Tatiana specializes in microblading, powder brows, lash lifts, and lip blush that survive gym sweat, beach wind, and weekday Zooms. Book yourself in this week and wake up with low-maintenance, high-confidence features that look like you, just more polished.
Time to roll? Skip the couch and let your board or bike get some laps in at Wheels BMX & Skate Park, a local favorite for sweaty resets and after-work sessions. Friendly vibes, plenty of space, and just enough challenge to make landing that trick feel like a tiny parade.
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04 — Our recommendations
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05 — The event calendar Around town this weekendOur favorite events this weekend. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🌺 W.O.N.D.E.R @ Naples Botanical Garden | Friday (6/12) at 10:00 AM – Bring the kids and their curiosity to W.O.N.D.E.R. at Naples Botanical Garden, where families imagine, create, and explore with hands-on lessons and activities. You get shade and serenity, they get crafts, science, and dirt under their nails, which feels like a win.
🌴 Cayman Vibes @ Tommy Bahama Coconut Point (Estero) | Friday (6/12) at 11:00 AM – Skip the airport and slide into Tommy Bahama at Coconut Point for Cayman vibes, live music, and an easy Sunday afternoon. It’s sunshine, good food, and cocktails that taste like PTO, no passport or flip-flop upgrade required.
🎱 Bingo With the Lions @ Bonita Springs Lions Center | Friday (6/12) at 12:30 PM – Consider your Friday afternoon plans sorted with bingo at the Lions Center, where small talk meets fierce concentration. They run 20 games with multiple winner-take-all rounds, open to everyone, and the bragging rights are real. Bring your lucky pen, leave the poker face.
🧹 Beach Clean Up + Class @ Lowdermilk Beach | Saturday (6/13) at 7:30 AM – Whether you’re a Lowdermilk regular or just tired of dodging rogue sand toys, help tidy the beach, then enjoy a 30-minute Pilates flow. Expect good karma, salty breezes, maybe a free Club Pilates 3 class pack, and bring a mat, water, and sunscreen.
🎩 Finer En Blanc Gala @ Collier County | Saturday (6/13) at 5:00 PM – Royalty is returning as DAEZ of Zeta Phi Beta hosts the Finer En Blanc Gala with Dr. Kellie M. Dixon, the leadership whisperer you quote later. Wear your finest African-inspired fashion, expect culture, elegance, and a nudge to open your gifts in the right room.
💃 Latin Dance Social @ DanceLife, Florida Dance Center (Bonita Springs) | Saturday (6/13) at 7:45 PM – Ready to trade the treadmill for a twirl at a Latin social? Guest instructor Kristy teams with Anthony for a Latin Hustle warmup, then DJ Robo reads the floor and keeps salsa, bachata, hustle, and cha cha rolling, plus pros, homemade food, and group tables.
🕯 Candlelight: 90s Unplugged @ Dimension Event Center | Sunday (6/14) at 4:00 PM – An evening in Naples lit by a thousand candles, and your 90s mixtape gets the classy treatment. Think strings, soft glow, and all the unplugged nostalgia without the sticky bar floor. Flannel optional, goosebumps likely, parking easier than your teen years. Live music & entertainment:
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06 — Announcement Your homeowners insurance has a blind spotIt covers your house if a tree falls on it. It doesn’t cover your furnace when it quits in January, your AC when it dies in July, or your water heater when it starts leaking on a Tuesday. Those are all classified as "normal wear and tear," and they're 100% on you. American Home Shield can help fill that gap for ~$1/day (even if your appliances and systems are really old). *See what it covers → |
07 — The Naples report Weather forecastToday — High: 89°F — Low: 77°F — Precip: 33%
A chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 89. South wind 3 to 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 2am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 77. North wind 1 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
Tomorrow — High: 89°F — Low: 77°F — Precip: 38%
A chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2pm. Sunny, with a high near 89. North wind 1 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 2am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 77. West wind 1 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. This house is wildThis Park Shore estate pairs classic contemporary style with coastal polish, thanks to JMDG Architecture, Clive Daniel Home, and Asta Homes. Five bedrooms plus an office include a first-floor primary suite, while upstairs offers three en-suite retreats and a huge loft. Wide-plank white oak floors, a gourmet kitchen, vapor fireplace, and luxe outdoor kitchen complete the picture.
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