Families can get a free, hands-on look at a new youth soccer training center during the Sogility Naples grand opening Friday, Oct. 30, and Saturday,...
Read ArticleThey hike for miles in the woods carrying heavy packs, use axes and knives, camp without tents, and sleep on the deck of a sailboat....
Read ArticleSAVE THE DATE! The 2026 Southwest Florida Family Back to School Expo at the North Collier Regional Park is coming. Get a head start on your...
Read ArticleFC Naples Father’s Day stories show how soccer in Southwest Florida is more than a game. For several FC Naples players and staff, the sport...
Read ArticlePlanning a day at Brightwater Lagoon with kids? As a Southwest Florida mom with an 11-year-old and an 18-month-old, I can say it can be...
Read ArticleLooking for horseback riding lessons and camps in Southwest Florida? Families in Collier and Lee Counties can find beginner-friendly lessons, themed summer camps, trail rides,...
Read ArticleThe Boys & Girls Club of Collier County has announced it will waive membership fees indefinitely. This means your child can access safe, supportive after-school...
Read ArticleIf you have a young athlete in Collier or Lee County, you might be wondering what the Winter Olympics can teach kids beyond who wins...
Read ArticleSearching for a youth sport near Naples or Fort Myers that finally clicks with your child? If traditional team sports haven’t been the right fit,...
Read ArticleFrom choosing the right instrument to fostering a love of practice, this guide offers expert advice on nurturing young musicians. Learn about the importance of encouragement, routine, and performance to help your child thrive in the world of music.
Read ArticleWhen you think of art classes, traditional options like painting or pottery might come to mind. But creativity comes in many forms—some so unexpected, they...
Read ArticleTry out these easy, at-home crafts with your kids.
Read ArticleThere 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 ArticleHere 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 ArticleDiscover 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 ArticleTravel editor, Karen T. Bartlett rounded up a huge list of summer water adventures for your family to enjoy all around Southwest Florida.
Read ArticleCuddle 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.
Read ArticleDiscover the coolest playgrounds in the Naples and Fort Myers area From castle-like structures to pirate ships and dino digs, explore inclusive designs with shade canopies & equipment for kids with special needs.
Read ArticleWhen you need an alternative to the beach and pool, head to the great indoors. Here are some places in Collier and Lee Counties to cool off without the cost (or cheap).
Read ArticleImmokalee High School’s all-girls VEX Robotics team – Team 10101P is goind to Dallas, Texas, to compete in the VEX Robotics World Championship.
Read ArticleFor the first time, beach volleyball is a girls varsity sport in Collier County Public Schools.
Read ArticleIs your teen looking for something other than playing video games and hanging around the house this summer? Check out the Outward Bound programs for a memorable summer.
Read ArticleThe Black History Baggage Car at Naples Depot Museum will tell the stories of Black Americans whose contributions were essential to the development of Collier County.
Read ArticleOver 300 new and vintage cars and trucks will be on display on January 27th at North Collier Regional Park with all proceeds benefiting local charities.
Read ArticleLearn how parents and kids can strengthen bonds while staying healthy. From running together to active play, explore fun and effective ways to make exercise a shared and enjoyable experience.
Read ArticleElevate student success through the positive impacts of athletics an intramural sports – promoting achievement, teamwork, and ethics
Read ArticleHere’s how a pandemic, and an Olympian, have resurrected the art of knitting.
Read ArticleWe asked experts at the National Alliance for Youth Sports as well as an award-winning college coach/recruiter to answer some of the most pressing questions parents have about kids and sports.
Read ArticleWhere Floridians can find 100% chance of snow for spring break, and one unique slope in their own backyard.
Read ArticleAlumnae and current Wellfit participants talk about how this program has changed their lives for the better
Read ArticleMarch is Women’s History Month and is a great time to talk about famous women with your children.
Read ArticleHappy New Year! I love any chance to begin again and make a new start. So, if you’re anything like me, it’s time to make some big goals, lace up your running shoes, and hit the pavement.
Read ArticleIf you are considering signing your child up for a team sport, but have reservations about the investment of your time and money, consider the benefits it can have for your child.
Read ArticleEven if you never were a Girl Scout or Boy Scout, you may be aware of the benefits of Scouting for your child: learning new skills, developing leadership qualities, access to ridiculously addictive cookies.
Read ArticleDoes your child love to sing? Love plunking on the piano or pounding on the drum? Do you think you might have a future musician in your home?
Read Article10 Reasons to Encourage Kids to Participate in Theater
Read ArticleHelpful tips on what and what not to bring camping with your family, along with some yummy, easy and outdoor-friendly recipes you can try out!
Read ArticleThe key to giving your kids, and yourself, a 1970s summer is to unplug, enjoy, and ease up on the pressures we place on ourselves.
Read ArticleOur annual roundup of free and low-cost religious education programs for summer.
Read ArticleTheatre is an excellent way to help your child learn to be confident, express himself, and be a team player all while providing her with an outlet and promoting good public speaking skills. And with so many options in the Naples area, why not act?
Read ArticleThe Wellfit Girls returned from Peru the leaders they were always meant to be. It’s time for the next group of teens to step up to the plate and sign up for the 2018 program!
Read ArticleThe Top 10 Reasons to Cross the Jolley Bridge and See The Wonders of Marco Island for Yourself.
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