WHERE SCIENCE AND ART MEET
There's science. And then there's art. And rarely do the two meet. But as the "NASA/ART: 50 Years of Exploration" exhibition demonstrates, not only do opposites attract, but they make a wonderful, enduring marriage too. This traveling exhibition displays the artwork of world-famous artists who were invited behind the scenes at NASA to make art from science. Full Story
NAA all-members show makes its debut at The von Liebig
Nearly 100 of the 400 artist members of the Naples Art Association are represented in the First Annual Non- Juried All Members Show of Shows Exhibition that opens to the public Saturday, Oct. 25, at The von Liebig Art Center. No matter what medium you prefer, chances are you'll find it here. Full Story
THE MUSIC GOURMET
A passion for, well, just about everything
"Tell our readers about yourself," my editor urged over lunch recently. I had just agreed to begin writing for Florida Weekly and was excited about the paper's goals. I could scarcely wait to begin my regular column. And so, returning to my gallery, I sat down to whip off the editor's request. And promptly got writer's block. Full Story
If the spark's not there…
'The Goodbye Girl' fails to connect
Sometimes, attending theater is like going on a blind date. You hope you'll have a great time, but you don't want to have unrealistic expectations, only to have them dashed. Seeing "The Goodbye Girl" at the Sugden Community Theatre recently was kind of like going on a bad blind date — not a horrendously bad date, but not a love connection either. Full Story
GIVING
Fundraising success depends on unanimous board support
In these uncertain economic times, the essential services of our nonprofits are critical to our community. messentialgoal of a nonprofit board is to help its organization perform with maximum effectiveness. The Community Foundation of Collier County, through its Center for Nonprofit Excellence, offers seminars and training on the best practices of nonprofit boards. Full Story
FOCUS ON FOUNDATION FUNDHOLDERS
The McTague Family Fund, Established 1989 Jim McTague and his wife Jeanne established their Donor Advised Fund knowing they wanted to support the nonprofit causes dear to their hearts and to benefit from the Foundation's expertise on assessing community needs. When Mrs. McTague died in April 2000, Mr. Full Story
Defending Angels
By Mary Stanton (Berkley Prime Crime, $7.99)
West Palm Beach author Mary Stanton has penned a delightfully quirky paranormal cozy (no sex, no gore) in this, her 33rd novel. Ms. Stanton has laced her pages with intriguing phantoms and eerie events. And she's chosen an excellent locale — Savannah, one of the most haunted cities in the country. Full Story
Gulfshore Playhouse announces three shows for its third season
Gulfshore Playhouse is gearing up for its third season with a lineup featuring a musical making its Florida premiere, a Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award winning drama as well as a classic comedy revival. Full Story
The Naples Players need volunteers to keep their Costume Shop in stitches
The Naples Players need volunteers with sewing skills to alter and sew costumes and accessories. Whatever their needlecraft ability, volunteers working by hand or at a machine will enjoy the friendly atmosphere of the Costume Shop on afternoons and evenings at Sugden Community Theatre, Dot Auchmoody, supervisor of the shop, promises. Full Story
'Moon over the Brewery' try-outs
The Naples Players will hold open auditions for the mainstage production of the romantic comedy "Moon over the Brewery" beginning at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 1. Roles to be cast are one woman (35-55 years old), two men (40-60) and one girl (12- 18). Anyone can try out, and no appointment is necessary. Full Story
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