Are you searching for unique, budget‑friendly thrift store gift ideas this holiday season? Whether you're scrambling for last‑minute Hanukkah gifts or prepping early for Christmas,...
Read ArticleWhether you’re looking for cheap Thanksgiving dinners this holiday season or want to give back to your community, Collier and Lee counties offer plenty of...
Read ArticleIf you or your family are experiencing food insecurity in Collier County or Lee County, there are dozens of local organizations ready to help. From...
Read ArticleVeterans 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 ArticleOctober marks National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a time when communities unite to support survivors, educate families, and work toward ending intimate partner violence. For families...
Read ArticleAs e-bike and e-scooter safety become a growing concern, especially among young people, we’re seeing a rise in both excitement and risk. These electric rides...
Read ArticleNine state sales tax holidays have been signed into law.
Read ArticleA 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 ArticleThese spots offer a variety of cozy, warm beverages, making them perfect for Southwest Florida’s cooler season.
Read ArticleThe 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 ArticleWhether 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 ArticleHurricanes 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 ArticleA local woman’s story of surviving domestic abuse with the help of art.
Read ArticleRegistration for Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) is now open for summer VPK programs in Lee, Collier, Hendry, and Glades Counties.
Read ArticleFlorida homeowners and renters in Charlotte, Collier, DeSoto, Hardee, Hillsborough, Lee, Manatee, Pinellas and Sarasota counties who were affected by Hurricane Ian may apply for FEMA disaster assistance.
Read ArticleHave the recent hurricane and school closings impacted your child’s learning? It’s never too late to get help. Here’s how.
Read ArticlePublic libraries are just about the best deal on the planet. Yes, our taxes pay for libraries, but that happens whether we use their vast resources or not. Keep reading to learn about all of the library systems.
Read ArticleCollier CARES (Community Application for Resources and Emergency Services) is a free and bilingual mobile and web application designed for the purpose of connecting people in need with critical resources and services available in Collier County.
Read ArticleHurricane season is coming! Here is your shopping and preparation list. Screen shot our list to your phone, to use during tax free week and throughout the season (June 1st – November 30).
Read ArticleTo help with the confusion over what can and cannot be recycled, we’ve asked the experts for clarification on the items that cause the most contamination.
Read ArticleMost experts recommend preparing for disaster in three steps:
• Make a kit.
• Have a plan.
• Be informed.
Where can you find Neapolitan Family Magazine? We are distributed to nearly 200 sites in Collier and Lee Counties in SWFL.
Read ArticleUpdated October 2025 Keeping track of which restaurants offer free (or discounted) kid’s meals is an impossible task for parents, so we’ve done the legwork...
Read ArticleIt’s bad enough if mildly inclement weather keeps kids inside, but the effect is magnified when the weather turns nasty and treacherous, something that Floridians...
Read ArticleEmergency Kit in a Bucket. This idea is genius–pull together the basic first aid and emergency supplies you need and put everything into a large,...
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