Neapolitan Family Back to School Expo for Collier County Families
Are you ready for the new school year? SAVE THE DATE! The 2025 Neapolitan Family Back to School Expo in the North Collier Regional Park is...
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Collier Parks Offering Junior Leader Training for Teens Aged 13+
Collier County is offering leadership training to students ages 13 and older in preparation to become a Junior Leader Intern.
Read Article$20,000 Scholarship Applications Now Open for Collier County Seniors
Attention High School Seniors: The 2025 Schulze College Scholarship Application Is Now Open. Apply Today! The Richard M. Schulze Family Foundation is once again awarding up...
Read ArticleBest Places to Get Wet and Cool Off in Naples
There is no better way to beat the hot summer heat than to plunge into a pool or cool off with a spray of water. Find the perfect places in Naples to splash around.
Read ArticleImmokalee High School’s All-Girls VEX Robotics Team Heads to Dallas for World Championship
Immokalee High School’s all-girls VEX Robotics team – Team 10101P is goind to Dallas, Texas, to compete in the VEX Robotics World Championship.
Read ArticleInside Everglades City Schools Unique Graduation Experience
At Everglades City School just eight students will be walking across the stage to get their diplomas this year.
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Lely High School Senior Juliana Noreus Wins Prestigious Jack Kent Cooke Scholarship
As high school graduation approaches, it’s a perfect time to celebrate the outstanding achievements of our seniors. One exceptional student at Lely High School truly...
Read ArticleTrue Fashionistas Founder Jennifer Johnson Empowers Entrepreneurs and Built Florida’s Top Resale Store
True Fashionistas founder Jennifer Johnson has spent the past 14 years growing her Naples-based business into the largest lifestyle resale store in Florida. But running...
Read Article40 Years of Project Graduation in Collier County: Safe, Fun, and Unforgettable Senior Night Celebration
What Is Project Graduation Collier County? Project Graduation Collier County has just about everything graduating high school seniors want in a gigantic party: laser tag,...
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Suiting Up with Lee Queen Bee: An Adventure Inside a Southwest Florida Honeybee Hive
So here I am on this perfect blue-sky spring morning, dressed like a freshly landed space alien, with 14 million bees (okay, maybe 30) bouncing...
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Shell Factory & Nature Park announces details for final closing weekend Sept. 28-29
The Shell Factory & Nature Park will be closed today, Sept. 27. However, it will be open as planned on Saturday, Sept. 28, and Sunday, Sept. 29, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Read ArticleChild Care of SWFL Registration Open at Three Learning Centers in Lee County
Child Care of Southwest Florida is accepting new student registrations for the summer term at three of its early learning centers in Fort Myers.
Read ArticleInsomnia Cookies Opens First Fort Myers Location to Satisfy Sweets Cravings All Day and Late into the Night
Great for middle of the night cravings and surprise deliveries, Insomnia Cookies opens in SWFL.
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How to Protect SWFL Children from Cyberbullying and Keep Them Safe
A decade ago, a bully might torment a child in the classroom, lunchroom, on the school bus or playground. But when that child was safely...
Read ArticleBest Places for Coffee, Tea, and Hot Chocolate During Cooler Weather in Southwest Florida
These spots offer a variety of cozy, warm beverages, making them perfect for Southwest Florida’s cooler season.
Read ArticleFlorida Ballot: Key Education Issues You Need to Know
The 2024 General Election will take place on Tuesday, Nov. 5 and includes two voting items directly related to education: Amendment 1 and the School District Referendum.
Read ArticleVeterans Day Deals and Meals in Southwest Florida
Veterans and active-duty military personnel in Southwest Florida can enjoy a variety of free meals and exclusive discounts at local and national businesses this Veterans Day.
Read ArticleResources in Southwest Florida To Help After a Hurricane or Disaster
Whether seeking shelter, food, emergency assistance, or ways to begin rebuilding after a hurricane or natural disaster, this page offers local resources to help you and your family.
Read ArticleGuide to Hurricane Preparedness and Resources in Southwest Florida
Hurricanes are an inescapable part of Florida life, yet each storm that threatens us tells a different story. Here are resources to help your family prepare for and cope with all kinds of disasters.
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Guide to Hurricane Preparedness and Resources in Southwest Florida
Hurricanes are an inescapable part of Florida life, yet each storm that threatens us tells a different story. Here are resources to help your family prepare for and cope with all kinds of disasters.
Read ArticleOur Favorite Family-Friendly Beach Parks in Southwest Florida
Here are our favorite family-friendly beach parks with a variety of amenities, such as picnic and play areas, restrooms, food concessions, umbrella rentals, wind and water sports, and children’s life jacket loaners.
Read ArticleBest Spots to Find Sharks’ Teeth in Southwest Florida
Discover the best spots to find fossilized shark teeth in Southwest Florida. Visit Venice, the shark tooth capital of the world, or explore Englewood Beach, Caspersen Beach, and Don Pedro Island State Park. Enjoy amenities and great fossil hunting.
Read ArticleTop Spots for Interactive Animal Encounters in Southwest Florida
Discover the best places in Southwest Florida for interactive animal encounters. At these fun locations, you can pet, feed, and hug a variety of mammals, reptiles, and birds. They’re perfect for family adventures and kids’ activities!
Read Article39 Great Ways to Play On The Water This Summer
Travel editor, Karen T. Bartlett rounded up a huge list of summer water adventures for your family to enjoy all around Southwest Florida.
Read ArticleEngaging Picture Books by Local SWFL Authors for Summer
Cuddle up with your child and a good book this summer! We picked out some of the best Southwest Florida kid book authors for you to choose from.
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Margaritaville Fort Myers Beach and Compass Naples Achieve Autism Certification for Inclusive Travel
April is Autism Acceptance Month, and two local Margaritaville properties are marking the occasion with a milestone in inclusive hospitality. Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers...
Read ArticleNeapolitan Family Receives Five Awards at the Parenting Media Association Annual Conference
See a list of awards Neapolitan Family brought home from the 2024 Parenting Media Association awards.
Read ArticleA Behind-the-Scenes Look at School Bus Safety in Southwest Florida
Collier and Lee County school buses ensure the safety of thousands of students daily with rigorous inspections, advanced safety features, and well-trained drivers, making them one of the safest transportation options for children.
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