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Rise and shine, Naples! In today’s planning-your-week edition: Python tracking in the Everglades, free morning yoga, and two iconic singer tributes + all our favorite events happening over the next seven days.
Your insurance won't cover a $12,000 HVAC bill: If your furnace quits before it warms up, your homeowners insurance will tell you it's a "maintenance issue" and wish you luck. Insurance covers sudden disasters. It doesn't cover the systems that wear out over time, and those are the expensive ones. A home warranty is built for exactly this. HVAC, water heater, appliances, plumbing, electrical... all covered for less than $1/day with no age restrictions on what's covered. You call, they send a tech, you pay a service fee. They handle the rest. This one's 50% off right now.* |
01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Invasive species battle intensifies: Burmese python numbers have surged around the Everglades near tourist areas, prompting heightened conservation patrols. State wildlife officials offer free training to help residents capture and humanely kill the snakes -- see how pythons are tracked.
A milestone for mitigation: Davie Shoring was selected for the first two home elevation projects under Florida's new Elevate Florida program, helping eligible homeowners reduce flood risk through elevation, reconstruction, or property acquisition -- see the flood relief project.
New findings challenge limits: For Gulf anglers around Naples, a new multi-year study found 3.2 million greater amberjack, more than double NOAA’s 1.5 million estimate, raising doubts about years of restrictive seasons -- see the amberjack numbers.
The bill all retirees should double check: Car insurance. If you’ve been on the same plan for years, you might be paying way more than you need to. It’s an easy one to forget about, but switching could save you up to $600 this year. Case in point: I shopped around and ended up cutting my premium in half -- this free comparison tool makes it easy.*
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An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial walk-in-the-door fee to x-rays, surgery, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could save thousands on your next vet bill with Lemonade*. Highlights this week: |
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Need a showstopper cake: Let Ema Sweets Boutique Cakes turn your Pinterest board into a real-life centerpiece with custom, from-scratch designs and European-style flavors. Perfect for birthdays, weddings, or that Tuesday that needs celebrating in Naples, they make ordering easy and the results taste as good as they look.
Sip, relax, repeat: When you want a mellow night that still feels social, Alchemist Kava Bar & Lounge pours handcrafted kava and botanical elixirs in a cozy, community-first space. Expect weekly events and easygoing conversation this week, so you can meet neighbors and unwind without the next-day regrets.
Science in your pint: Ankrolab Brewing Company geeks out on water, using reverse osmosis then rebuilding minerals to match each beer style, so your Belgian tastes Belgian and your pilsner stays crisp. Treat yourself this week, meet a friend, and let their tap list do the convincing.
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04 — Our recommendations
We got your backA handful of products and services we think are worth a look.
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How much bacteria and microplastics come from your cutting board? More than you'd ever want to know. A single cut on a plastic board can shed up to 300 microplastic particles straight into your food, and a wood board absorbs raw meat juice so deep into the grain that scrubbing never gets it out. Thankfully, there's a cleaner solution entering more and more kitchens. *Check it out →
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05 — The event calendar Our favorite events this weekAll the best things to do this week. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🧘 Free Morning Yoga @ Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa (Bonita Springs) | Tuesday (7/28) at 10:00 AM – Nothing beats a free stretch in a palm-lined courtyard on a Tuesday morning. Hyatt Coconut Point hosts an all-levels vinyasa in the Royal Palm Courtyard, 10 AM, open to guests and locals, with validated parking, loaner mats, and just enough zen to cancel your email.
💃 Learn to Shimmy! Belly Dance Wednesdays @ Allstar Dance Studio | Wednesday (7/29) at 7:30 PM – Trade your Wednesday slump for shimmy therapy at Allstar Dance Studio, a welcoming belly dance class built for real people, not music videos. Learn hip drops, undulations, and graceful arms, improve posture and confidence, and yes, no partner, leotard, or prior glory days required.
🎨 Arts Bonita - Resin and Glass Holiday Project Christmas in July @ Centers for the Arts Bonita Springs | Thursday (7/30) at 5:30 PM – Skip the heat and play Christmas in July at Arts Bonita with resin, crushed glass, and zero prep, with dinner and drinks included. Pick a 10x20 or 12x12 panel, craft a tree, Star of David, or wreath, embrace the mess, then let it cure overnight.
🦁 Bingo With the Lions @ Bonita Springs Lions Center | Friday (7/31) at 12:30 PM – Friday afternoons at the Lions Center deliver the good stuff, bingo, banter, and that electric hush before B-12 gets called. Open to the public, expect 20 games, multiple winner-take-all rounds, and the kind of friendly side-eye only a seasoned bingo crowd can pull off.
🍺 Wonder on Tap @ Ankrolab Brewing Company | Friday (7/31) at 5:30 PM – If you’ve been waiting for a sign to drink like a local philanthropist, Ankrolab Brewing in Naples is pouring it. Exclusive collabs with Chubby Mermaid mean every pint helps Wonder Gardens’ animals, historic gardens, and Old Florida charm. Civic virtue, cold beer, zero yard work.
🎒 Back to School Bash @ Suncoast Credit Union | Saturday (8/1) at 9:00 AM – Back-to-school chaos meets actual help at this Naples bash. Expect free backpacks, youth membership options, and approachable financial literacy, plus a $30 instant deposit for new adult members who open a checking account, all with the kind of efficiency your car line dreams about.
🎒 Backpack Giveaway 2026 @ Golden Gate Comunity Park | Saturday (8/1) at 9:00 AM – Golden Gate Community Park hosts a back-to-school bash with free backpacks, breakfast burritos, and enough bounce houses to tire out the grandkids. Expect 750 backpacks for students, plus music, face painting, and shaved ice. Registration required, one per child, kids must be present. Live music & entertainment:
Want more? Browse our full events calendar | Submit an event |
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07 — Naples report Weather forecastToday — High: 90°F — Low: 79°F — Precip: 29%
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 2pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 90. Heat index values as high as 105. Northwest wind 7 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms between 2am and 5am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 79. Heat index values as high as 103. West wind 6 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tomorrow — High: 90°F — Low: 80°F — Precip: 50%
A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 90. Heat index values as high as 103. West wind 7 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 2am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 80. Southwest wind 8 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. This house is wildRosewood Residences Naples spans 5 direct beachfront acres on Naples Miracle Mile, pairing artful MHK Architecture with Lillian Wu Studio interiors. These customizable residences offer Gulf views, sunset terraces, and ceilings soaring to 12'6". Amenities read like a private resort, with concierge, valet, waterfront dining, spas, cabanas, a zero-edge lap pool, beach service, and Wolf, Sub-Zero, and Waterworks finishes.
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