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NORTH NAPLES NEWS MAY/JUNE/JULY 2023 COVER PHOTO:Featuring Stephanie Jonas, Owner of Maverick The Collection Boutique PHOTOGRAPHY BY: Piper Arielle Photography BOUTIQUES UNIQUE & STYLISH SCHOOL CHOICE & OUT-OF-ZONE PARENTAL CHOICE GOES ON AT ARTIS—NAPLES IN MAY THE SHOW

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Text Copyright | 2023 all rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form by any electronic or mechanical means without permission from the publisher. North Naples News regrets that no responsibility can be accepted for unsolicited material. Opinions expressed by contributors or advertisers are not necessarily those of the publisher. VOLUME 5 ISSUE 7 May/June/July 2023 Direct Mailed to the communities of Grey Oaks • Estuary at Grey Oaks • Pine Ridge Bay Colony Golf • Tiburon • Monterey Pelican Marsh • High Rises in Bay Colony • The Vineyards • Talis Park Mediterra • Collier’s Reserve • Bear’s Paw FloridaNeighborhoodNews.com T EDITOR he summer is just around the corner, and I’m curious about what the “off-season” has in store for us. I have seen so many changes in Naples over the past twenty-six years. There used to be such a vast difference between the “seasons” and the “off-seasons.” However, as more and more people relocate to Collier County, it is becoming harder and harder to distinguish between the two. Despite the fact that many of us are looking forward to a slowdown, I believe we are all appreciative of the ongoing business during the slow season. In addition, I believe it’s very important to support our local and family-owned businesses during this time. In this issue, our boutique issue, you have the perfect opportunity to do just that. Not only does this help to stimulate the economy, it also helps to create a sense of community. Plus, it’s a great way to show support for the small businesses that are the backbone of our local economy. Throughout this issue, you have some great examples of shopping “boutique.” Make sure you let them know you saw them in this issue and take advantage of some of their wonderful “off-season” specials. With this issue being our three-month issue, we would like to wish all mothers a happy Mother’s Day and all fathers a happy Father’s Day! We hope you enjoy this issue and thank you for supporting our magazine and have a great summer! Rebecca Boucher a word from your 10001 Tamiami Trail North, Ste 111 | Naples, FL 34108 Joel Kessler, Publisher 239.248.1641 | [email protected] Rebecca Boucher, Editor 239.285.5101 | [email protected] Account Executives Susan Ashton 239.821.5119 | [email protected] Pamela Thompson 312.515.7286 | [email protected] Creative Director, Opus Studio, Inc. Dan Sheridan, Founder & Consultant NORTH NAPLES NEWS FLORIDA NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS We hope you enjoyed, and you may recycle when finished.

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8 | North Naples News May/June/July 2023 Why should you go boutique? outique shopping gives you the opportunity to discover original items that you wouldn’t find in a large shopping mall. What makes boutiques different from high street shops? To help YOU understand why our boutique stores are so important, today we take a look at exactly why it is so important that astute shoppers support them. A boutique’s success lies in the fact that it’s more than just a store: it’s an educator of style. It is often difficult for consumers to style themselves because they do not have the time or expertise. There are a lot of trends out there, but people won’t try them unless boutiques show them how. Shoppers come into the store looking for inspiration, to spend time with friends, and to feel good about themselves. It’s not just your product or service that inspires customers; it’s how you make them feel during that experience. • THE EXPERIENCE IS MORE PERSONAL. You are more likely to find someone who has similar stories to you than someone who owns a chain store. Their passion is evident, unlike a corporation whose primary focus is on making money. B Shopping at boutiques has many benefits • HELPS YOUR LOCAL ECONOMY. Keeping your money in your own community is the best way to keep it circulating. As a result, the money can be reinvestment back into the community and help create unique shopping spots for the community. • CUSTOMER SERVICE. You may recognize some of the workers when you visit your local boutique. Due to the fact that local businesses employ local people, you may recognize them from around town. The result is a personal and exceptional customer service experience. Whether it’s finding the perfect outfit, the trendiest piece, or the perfect pair of shoes, employees want you to leave feeling like a million bucks. In the event of a problem, they will do everything they can to resolve it and ensure that their customers have the best shopping experience possible. • TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THEIR EXPERTISE. A boutique is usually started by a woman who is passionate about fashion. In order to provide you with the latest trends and timeless pieces, they have done the research. Take advantage of their endless amount of information on trends, outfits, and staples! There are many more reasons why you should shop local, but here are some of our favorites. Visit your local shops and help strengthen your community next time you have the chance. Boutiques are built on the philosophy of community over competition, which is what makes them special. Business owners collaborate effectively. While a majority of retailers may carry the same brands, they all offer unique styles and personalities to their individual customers. Together, they’re growing their industry.

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12 | North Naples News May/June/July 2023 ver the past two years, the stock market has gone through a bull market, a bear market, and lots of mess in the middle. In total, investors have been with lots of worry and concern, and very little return to help offset the pain. AND THERE IS A LOT TO BE CONCERNED ABOUT: • Are we on the brink of the next banking crisis? • Is the Fed going to publicly execute the economy? In my conversations, people are naturally asking ‘What’s next?!’ I say "naturally" because we know that the future is unknowable, but our curiosity still gives us the empty yearning to know what lies ahead. Daniel Kahneman, a psychologist and professor emeritus at Princeton University's Woodrow Wilson School and Nobel Prize-winning economist, has popularized the idea that we are tricked into believing that we understand the past, and because of that, the future should also be knowable. His point is that although we are good at logically interpreting the past, this does not translate into also being able to predict the future. Yet, we still seek the opinions of proclaimed experts as to what the future may hold: Which track is the storm going to follow? Who is going to win the football game? What will happen to the stock market next? As legendary investor Warren Buffett put it, “Forecasts may tell you a great deal about the forecaster; they tell you nothing about the future.” A few years ago, I decided that I no longer wanted to be burdened with the daily scrum of live financial news channel in my office. I didn’t need hours upon hours of pontification (usually with no accountability), the blinking lights and sound effects, nor the overly dramatized next "Breaking News" story. It didn’t make me a better portfolio manager nor advisor and I’ve never met anyone who had better results because they consumed more financial news. Therefore, I didn’t want to support a financial news network or business model that didn’t help me, or our clients make better decisions. I also realized that one of the rarest phrases ever expressed on those channels is, “I don’t know.” And why would producers and sponsors of those programs ever encourage it? Nobody tunes in to hear a proclaimed expert admit to not having an answer. Furthermore, those admissions are seen as unhelpful, uninformed — even evasive. As we think about the dealing with an uncertain future, we should ask ourselves two questions: 1) what might happen and 2) what is the probability that it may happen. If we only see the world of investing as extremely optimistic (bullish) or extremely pessimistic (bearish), with no in between, by ROB EDWARDS Managing Director – Investments Senior PIM® Portfolio Manager Edwards Group of Wells Fargo Advisors EdwardsGroupNaples.com O FINDING CONFIDENCE then we limit our ability to make good decisions about how to best position our portfolios. When we accept uncertainty in our lives, we are less likely to be trapped by seeing the world as only black or white when the most probable outcome is most likely some shade of grey. Mark Twain summarizes this important point wonderfully, “It ain’t what you don’t know that gets you in trouble…It’s what you know for sure that just ain’t so.” Life comes with no guarantees and few assured answers. And trouble likely comes to those who treat life decisions as having predictive or certain outcomes. Our mantra for clients is: Hope for the best, but plan for the worst. This is especially true in today’s unknown and uncertain environment. Then again, the future is always uncertain and unknown. Investment and Insurance Products: Not FDIC Insured / No Bank Guarantee / May Lose Value Wells Fargo Advisors did not assist in the preparation of this report, and its accuracy and completeness are not guaranteed. The opinions expressed in this report are those of the author(s) and are not necessarily those of Wells Fargo Advisors or its affiliates. The material has been prepared or is distributed solely for information purposes and is not a solicitation or an offer to buy any security or instrument or to participate in any trading strategy. Additional information is available upon request. Wells Fargo Advisors is a trade name used by Wells Fargo Clearing Services, LLC, Member SIPC, a registered brokerdealer and non-bank affiliate of Wells Fargo & Company. CAR 1122-00355 amongst uncertainty

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14 | North Naples News May/June/July 2023 To dive deeper into the conversation, Gabriella Acosta sat down with Heddy Zubrowski of Heddy Z Designs. Heddy is an accomplished interior designer with over 30 years of experience in creating beautiful, functional spaces that reflect her clients’ unique styles and personalities. Over the years, Heddy has built a reputation for her discerning taste, eclectic eye, and an exceptional sense of style. Her firm, Heddy Z Designs, is an interior design firm that is known for its exceptional style and commitment to sustainable and environmentally conscious design practices. T here’s no doubt the design style in Naples is evolving! We’ve seen the progression from traditional, to transitional, and to European modern where the beauty of these Italian Collections speaks to their audience! Our affluent interior designers are being driven more and more into the Casa Italia showroom as their projects demand a level of sophistication and excellence. It’s something you must experience in person to appreciate the details and thought behind every developed and carefully curated piece. Gabriella Acosta of Casa Italia says, “It’s really a treat for our designers to meticulously choose every detail of the furnishings they are specifying for their clients! You have textiles from Italy that are unmatched and finishes down to the feet that you can coordinate with other finishes in the home.”

What design trends are you seeing in our industry when it comes to styles in furnishings and how has that driven your design approach and business? The typical “transitional style” which has been long prevalent in our Southwest area is now losing popularity. The evolving trends lean towards more modern and unique Italian designs. Additionally, our Naples clientele is shifting from a more conservative style to a chic aesthetic, as expected with the expansion of our area and the arrival of new generations. As someone who has always preferred a modern style, I encourage clients to keep things simple and uncluttered. I am very excited about the future of modern design in Naples. When you start your search for furnishing a new project, what is most important for you as a designer taking on the role to select on behalf of your client? What is of utmost importance is to listen to my client's needs and desires and translate their visions into perfect living spaces. Therefore, first understand requirements, preferences, and tastes, and then work to translate that into spaces that perfectly reflect their unique personality and enhance their quality of life. Additionally, I strive to ensure my clients' comfort by selecting finishes and materials that promote healthy living, while also creating a warm and inviting ambiance in their homes. Q: Q: Q & A WITH GABRIELLA ACOSTA AND HEDDY ZUBROWSKI continued on page 16...

16 | North Naples News May/June/July 2023 What are some of the obstacles and solutions you have faced with some of your most recent projects where you specified Italian European furnishings? How did you work around those obstacles? Previously, I had to travel to the East Coast of Florida to find distinctive modern pieces. However, I finally discovered Casa Italia and The Collective showrooms in Naples, which offer a wide range of luxury modern furnishings that are both unique and incredibly comfortable. In addition, we were able to customize many items to meet our clients' specific needs. As a designer, I understand the significance of experiencing and testing furnishings, to get an idea of how they will appear and feel in a home, and my clients also appreciate this aspect. Heddy, you’ve been a designer who’s worked with many sources from here to Miami for many years. Can you expand on why it matters to purchase from a reputable dealer, with years of longevity, experience, and financial stability such as Casa Italia? What was your experience like? It’s extremely important to purchase from a reputable dealer, as I want to ensure that my clients are satisfied with the quality of their furnishings for years to come, and I find comfort in knowing that Casa Italia stands behind their products. Ultimately, my goal is to ensure that my clients not only see the value in their investment but also feel completely satisfied with the design outcomes. In addition, working with Gabriella (and Angela) at Casa Italia has been a wonderful experience for both me and my clients, who have expressed how much they enjoyed visiting the showroom. We not only appreciate the quality of the products but also commend their professionalism and expertise throughout the entire process. Q: Q:

s a mature adult who is over the age of 60 and looking to buy a home in Naples or to sell your Naples residence, you may envision your future home in a way that you haven’t in the past. Today, you’ve got certain objectives and needs that may not have existed years ago, and it’s important that you find the right neighborhood and home that can offer you the lifestyle you seek as you look forward to retirement and the golden years ahead. You can’t trust this new chapter in your life with just any real estate agent. You need a REALTOR® who is an SRES®—a Seniors Real Estate Specialist®. WHAT IS A SENIORS REAL ESTATE SPECIALIST® (SRES®)? A REALTOR® who has earned the distinction of a Seniors Real Estate Specialist® is an agent who has the desire to cater to the specific needs of mature adult clientele who want to buy a new home or sell or refinance their residence. As a senior who is at an important juncture in your life, you need a REALTOR® who is prepared to provide you with all the best possible options for your future. WHEN YOU WORK WITH A REALTOR® WHO’S A SENIORS REAL ESTATE SPECIALIST®, YOU’LL GET THESE BENEFITS: #1: A REALTOR® who possesses the skills, experience, and compassion needed when managing senior issues, and someone who can interact seamlessly with all generations—including seniors, adult children, and caregivers. #2: An individual who can propose 6 benefits of working with by ALEXANDRA JANZ ALEXANDRA JANZ Broker Associate & Luxury Properties Specialist William Raveis-Florida, LLC 239.315.1079 | www.ajnaplesrealty.com A a Seniors Real Estate Specialist® (SRES®) housing alternatives, including options that may enable an aging parent to continue to reside in a home rather than sell it. #3: A REALTOR® who can provide guidance with selling your family home or estate. #4: A tailor-made plan to sell your property using high-quality messaging to attract buyers. #5: A REALTOR® with the expertise to help you find a home that meets your current lifestyle needs, as well as your longer-term plan for your life while taking the time needed to ensure that you’re comfortable with the selling process, which can be complex. #6: An individual who’s knowledgeable about local housing options for seniors, and elder support, and who has access to a vast network of senior-focused professionals who can assist in reverse mortgage and tax counseling, financial and estate planning, and other aspects of a home sale and move. REALTOR® ALEXANDRA JANZ IS YOUR PREMIERE SENIORS REAL ESTATE SPECIALIST® At AJ International Group Naples, Alexandra is a broker associate with William Raveis, REALTOR® and Seniors Real Estate Specialist®. She helps clients realize their dreams of purchasing a luxury home and basking in the glow of the Naples and Southwest Florida luxury lifestyle. Alexandra is not only an expert in the real estate market in Naples and Southwest Florida, but in international markets as well. As a Seniors Real Estate Specialist® Alexandra loves to help and support mature adults, seniors, and the elderly as they embark upon new journeys in their lives. She has always had an affinity for seniors and loves to be regaled with stories about their lives and adventures. After having cared for her ailing parents at a young age, Alexandra understands how physically and emotionally challenging it can be to have them downsize to smaller, more suitable homes, or to find high-quality assisted living. She brings that level of understanding, care, and concern to each and every client.

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20 | North Naples News May/June/July 2023 The Great Transfer of Wealth Become part of the transformative power of endowing Collier County's future and sustaining its dedicated charities aby boomers make up the wealthiest generation in American history, and they are passing down that wealth to their children and grandchildren during the next 25 years. How much? A staggering $68 trillion in homes, businesses, and investments. This remarkable, intergenerational phenomenon is playing out in communities across the nation. In Collier County, $34.8 billion is expected to change hands over the next ten years. These sums may be mind-boggling, but the Collier Community Foundation (CCF) is starting a conversation with the community to raise awareness about the transfer of wealth and the importance of including a philanthropic element in estate plans. Just three percent of that transferred $34.8 billion could result in a $1 billion endowment at CCF that could generate $50 million to address community needs annually. “One billion sounds scary, but three percent doesn’t,” said Rob Bulloch, a partner and fourth-generation estate planner at Bulloch Taylor PLLC in Naples. Many community foundations in the United States have $1 billion in endowments. Collier County—where the B current household net worth is $302 billion—certainly has the same capacity to build this endowment to meet significant local needs. “There is literally unlimited charitable capacity here,” he said. CCF addresses issues as they arise without hassling with bureaucratic red tape. CCF often helps fill in local gaps where the government lacks funding by supporting projects such as partnering with other organizations on a local workforce housing development. CCF has repeatedly pivoted to disaster relief by activating the Collier Comes Together emergency fund for hurricanes Irma and Ian, wildfires, red tide, and the Covid-19 pandemic. Unrestricted funds allow CCF “to adjust in real-time for needs in the community,” Bulloch said. In Collier County, the government sets aside only 5.6% of its annual budget for human services. “Even if the county budget were larger, we know how to serve the community better than anyone because we are in touch with local needs and can act quickly to distribute funds where they are needed most,” said CCF President/CEO Eileen Connolly-Keesler. There are several tax-advantaged strategies for donating to charity during one’s lifetime, such as a qualified charitable distribution from a retirement account, making charitable giving a winwin for the donor and the organization they support. “Increasingly clients are eager to see the direct impact of their donations during their lifetime and not wait until they are gone to do so,” said Bulloch. Estate plans are key in life and death for everyone, no matter your walk in life. They ensure your assets are distributed in accordance with your wishes and are protected from probate and are crucial if you become incapacitated and can no longer handle your financial affairs. They are also a wealth-preservation strategy. Uncle Sam levies a 40 percent estate tax, Bulloch explained. “What goes to The YMCA's endowment with CCF ensures the continuation of community programs that improve the enrichment, health, and well-being of people of all ages.

May/June/July 2023 North Naples News | 21 CCF escapes taxes during your lifetime and when you die.” The Collier Community Foundation is encouraging wealth and estate advisors to have this conversation with their clients, too. A BOA/Merrill Lynch HNW Philanthropy study showed that 90% of highnet-worth households expect their advisor to bring up charitable giving, yet only 10% of advisors bring up the topic. At CCF, a permanent endowment will grow through investments. CCF also provides expert oversight of funding and grantmaking. We keep our finger on the community’s pulse by studying local needs and demographics each year and tracking nonprofits’ effectiveness through grant and program impact fulfillment. Donors want to support causes they care about. But sometimes, organizations close their doors or change their policies. With a CCF fund, the money is redirected to a similar program or nonprofit that aligns with the donor’s original intentions, so there are no surprises. “We provide the oversight to spend their dollars the way they want them spent according to their estate plan,” said CCF President/CEO Eileen ConnollyKeesler. Call the Collier Community Foundation at 239.649.5000 to learn more. BENEFITS OF GROWING FUNDS AT CCF • Professional oversight: Management that includes analyzing community needs and vetting nonprofit programs. • Donor choice: Knowing your investment in your passions and causes continues to grow in perpetuity. • Flexibility: Many people might not realize that funds at CCF can go to causes across the nation and the globe. • Sustainability: Nonprofits’ funds at CCF will continue to grow through investment. • Donor impact: Seeing the positive impact you are making in Naples, a community you love enough to call home. • Family legacy: Being a role model to heirs about the significance of giving back. • Family dignity: Your entire family is honored during your life and after your death. • Tax benefits: During your lifetime and after death. TOP: The Immokalee Foundation's endowment safeguards the future of vital programs such as the CCF supported Career Pathways Learning Lab program that provides students with real-world, hands-on training by building 18 homes on eight acres in Immokalee. WE HAVE MOVED TO 300 FIFTH AVE SOUTH, SUITE #211 YELLOW AND WHITE DIAMONDS Home of the “NAPLES MEDALLION” I REISS RING 14K GOLD AND DIAMONDS APPOINTMENTS ARE PREFERRED 239-261-7952 or [email protected] Marilyn Janss will be specializing in custom designing and redesigning fine jewelry with your gems and/or ours. We will continue to do repairs and special orders. FINE JEWELRY SINCE 1966 NAMED NAPLES BEST JEWELRY STORE BY NAPLES DAILY NEWS

22 | North Naples News May/June/July 2023 Sensory-Friendly The Naples Players’ special performances for individuals with sensory challenges on track to sell out again ast fall, for the first time in the history of The Naples Players (TNP), the “relaxed” performances offered to individuals with sensory challenges sold out. These performances allowed individuals living with autism, sensory processing disorders, Alzheimer’s, and many other physical and neurological challenges to experience theater without the pressure or overstimulation of a traditional performance. In December 2022, TNP offered special performances of A Christmas Carol, the Musical to 174 individuals who experience some type of sensory challenge. Lights and sounds were modified to ensure a more comfortable experience for those who may become agitated or afraid in a typical theater environment. Children as young as eight years old and adults into their ninties were referred by partner organizations including Collier County Public Schools, Alzheimer’s Support Network, STARabiity Foundation, and Valerie’s House, to enjoy the performances. The response from those who attended, including caregivers, was positive, with many expressing gratitude to TNP for demonstrating empathy by providing special programs to meet their needs. In July 2022, Disney® began offering new movie previews at select theaters to be more inclusive of those with sensory issues which can be triggered by sound, light, and even smells. Based on their resounding success, Disney plans to expand its more inclusive new movie offerings. The Sound of Music, which was performed in March, also offered the next opportunity for a Sensory-Friendly Performance. L Sound of Music Relaxed Sensory Stage Sound of Music Cast Relaxed Sensory Cast Sound of Music Sound of Music Relaxed Sensory Audience "Lights and sounds were modified to ensure a more comfortable experience for those who may become agitated or afraid in a typical theater environment."

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aurent Parcelier’s sun-drenched paintings can most eloquently be described as poetry and light. Whatever setting surrounds Laurent, it offers him the opportunity to turn this light into the main character of his poems on canvas. If you look closely at his paintings with eyes half-closed, you will feel the sparkles surrounding you. Parcelier was born in 1962 in Chamalier, France. Talented and hard-working from a young age, Laurent quickly gained success creating and illustrating fantasy comics. Fate encouraged him to participate in a fine-art exhibition and contest, in which he quickly proved himself to be a master painter. Parcelier developed his signature style in the mid-1990s and since then has won adoration and recognition throughout Europe and the United States. With the seductive effects of light and shadow, Laurent Parcelier’s artwork does not fit into any known category. Critics refer to this innovative technique as stylized, or modern impressionism. Laurent’s artworks are visions of an earthly paradise where everything is beautiful, orderly, and bathed in a soft glow. His paintLAURENT PARCELIER The Poet of Light L BY LEEZA ARKHANGELSKAYA Owner, East West Fine Art TOP LEFT: Laurent Parcelier Panorama sur la mer 26 x 32 BOTTOM LEFT: Kerdalo Marché de la Rue Mouffetard 32 x 25.5 RIGHT: Laurent Parcelier Guardian of our Home 29 x 36

May/June/July 2023 North Naples News | 25 ings are so full of life that the viewer has only to make up his own story for the illusion to be perfect. Laurent has two approaches at his disposal to create this modern heaven on earth. He paints under two different names: Laurent Parcelier and Kerdalo. Each style is distinct, yet both employ light and shadow techniques. Parcelier’s paintings soothe with their serene beauty, calming our hearts and souls, and providing an escape from our hectic lives. The soft color palette invites us to daydream about a peaceful existence following its course gently and joyfully. We gaze at the leaves and their shadows, which always appear to be flooded with light no matter what the weather or season. Laurent veils the canvas with a thousand details like a fine lace of light. Drenched in shimmer, Parcelier’s paintings are at the same time filled with light and haze. His paintings exude an atmosphere of peace, harmony, luxury, and joy. We sense the painter’s love of nature, grand chateaus, bustling cities, and warm family atmospheres. Painting under the pseudonym Kerdalo, the artist uses light to demonstrate movement in night-time cities. These mostly urban subjects are the perfect place to capture the moment as a frozen animation frame of a city. A true ethnographer, Kerdalo tells the story of each living and vibrant city. His works differ from traditional French impressionist painting, primarily due to their graphicness. The artist’s previous experience in comics allows him to assemble chaotic strokes and distorted perspectives into a single plot of the painting. No matter the season or time of day, there are practically no gloomy and rainy paintings. It seems that Laurent Parcelier lives on some other planet, where there is no sadness and tears, but only joy, poetry, and light. Paintings by Parcelier and Kerdalo are available at East West Fine Art in Mercato. 9115 Strada Place #5155. EastWestFineArt.com | [email protected] LEFT: Kerdalo Cathédrale Notre Dame de Paris 31.5 x 31.5 RIGHT: Kerdalo Métro Les Halles Chatelet 32 x 25.5 BOTTOM: Laurent Parcelier La Boutique de Fleurs 24 x 20

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28 | North Naples News May/June/July 2023 o many of you have experienced this: you juggle a million things and get it all done. You live on takeout and Diet Coke or another diet soda – too busy to cook! Then suddenly, things start falling apart. You start forgetting things, gain weight, and feel fatigued despite getting enough sleep at night. Believe it or not, this is a common presentation of mild dehydration in my office. “Dehydration?” you will protest. “How can that be? I am drinking tons of diet soda—isn’t it just a flavored seltzer?” The answer is: not at all. It is well established that most sodas have caffeine, which acts as a diuretic. But Diet Coke and all other diet sodas pack a double whammy: they contain caffeine and zero-calorie sweeteners, and both act as diuretics. Most common sweeteners like Aspartame, Splenda, and NutraSweet, work like magnets on water molecules, drawing fluid from the body’s cells. My advice to these folks complaining of brain fog and tiredness: quit soda, drink six to eight cups of filtered tap or bottled spring water daily, and balance your diet with fresh fruits and vegetables as they are all high in water content. You will feel the difference in your energy and concentration within seven to ten days. And your extra pounds and bloating will be gone within a month. Truth be told, dehydration is especially common in the summer, and it comes in many “flavors” – brain fog and fatigue are just some of the symptoms I frequently encounter in the office. I also see many patients with constant joint and muscle aches. These folks come in asking for arthritis and autoimmunity testing but after a careful evaluation, I often diagnose them with moderate dehydration. And S for good reason: aging desensitizes the brain to thirst signals. Research shows that after thirty years of age, thirst sensors in the brain’s hypothalamus and pituitary gland become less responsive. Factors like chronic stress and low intake of Omega-3 fatty acids found in foods like salmon and sardines can further impair those sensors. People with this type of moderate dehydration should drink about eight to nine cups of filtered tap or spring water daily. Mineral water is not a good option because it has too much salt and electrolytes and that is not an issue here. Shortage of water is what needs to be addressed ASAP though. If you are an athlete who engages in rigorous physical exercise, consult with your doctor regarding the use of sports drinks and electrolytes in your regimen. Dehydration can sneak up on you also when you are taking antihistamine medications. Claritin (loratadine), Allegra (fexofenadine), and Zyrtec (cetirizine) work by suppressing the action of histamines, inflammatory biochemical that produces symptoms like sneezing, itching, or watery eyes. Ironically, histamines normally also serve as a safeguard against dehydration. If water intake dips, histamine levels rise slightly to slow fluid loss from the body. To stay optimally hydrated during allergy or mosquito bite itchy season, use antihistamines only when needed, rather than automatically taking one every day. As you can see, the body can become dehydrated without even registering thirst. To avoid developing symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, and body aches, it is important to sip water throughout the day, especially in the summer. To have a better idea of how much water you need to stay well-hydrated, divide your weight (in pounds) by two. This is approximately the amount of water (in ounces), that Holistic focus this summer by DR KOGAN Concierge Holistic Internal Medicine Dr. Kogan is a Concierge Holistic Internal Medicine doctor in Naples. For more information, please visit CustomLongevity.com or call 239.676.6883. your body needs daily. For example, a 160-pound person should drink 80 ounces of water per day. This may seem like a lot, but this is more appropriate in the summer and includes your tea and coffee, and juice—don’t forget to count them in. When you add the overheating in the sun combined with increased sweating and losing fluids that way, you realize that we need to exercise caution and common sense to avoid getting hurt. When spending time in outdoor heat, take mini breaks to drink water in the shade. This will help cool the body and prevent sweating off too much water. Some people just don’t do well in the bright midday sun—period. I’ve had patients who would feel dizzy and even get “sunstroke” from being out on the boat at sea for a prolonged period. I have also had patients who would get chest pains from heavy-duty chores in the garden or out in the backyard in the heat of the day. The bottom line is that the safest time for you to be outdoors in Florida is early in the morning and until 11 a.m. and after that after 5 p.m. Now that you are equipped with more information, have a safe and healthy summer! Hydration THE GABLES $2,100,000 956 Spanish Moss Trail

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30 | North Naples News May/June/July 2023 ith Florida becoming the nation’s leader for educational options, it is important our community understands the wide range of choices parents have within our A-rated Collier County Public Schools (CCPS). As of April 1, we have already approved 1,811 Parental Choice applications for the upcoming School Year 2023-24. There is a lot to know about this opportunity for the 50+ traditional public schools that we operate in our local school district. Simply W put, students may attend school in the geographic zone where they live; however, parents have choices! Think of CCPS Parental Choice in two categories: Outof-Zone and School Choice. Out-of-Zone requests are for parents with documented needs or hardships as explained in School Board Policy 5120. (To read any policy in its entirety, visit the School Board section within the district website.) Staff use board policy to consider many provisions. Maybe you want your child to attend school close to where you work because of supervision concerns before or after school. We also take continuity of learning into consideration. For example, provisions exist for students to attend school in the neighborhood where they will soon live after a home sale closes or new construction wraps up. Additionally, if a family moves during the student's junior or senior year of high school, we allow the student to finish the junior and/or senior year to graduate with his/her cohort. CCPS is known for its Exceptional Student Education (ESE) opportunities; therefore, the school assignment of those children may be on Parental Choice Understanding School Choice and Out-of-Zone "School Choice requests are for parents or legal guardians exercising Parental Choice without respect to or limitations upon their reasons."

May/June/July 2023 North Naples News | 31 16820 San Carlos Blvd. Fort Myers, Florida 239-295-4332 | BayMarineSWFL.com Discover your own slice of paradise with Bay Marine. Our boats offer a luxurious and unforgettable experience, allowing you to explore the stunning beauty of the water. Get ready to create memories that will last a lifetime. a basis other than a geographic zone. If a child is a sibling of a student with disabilities, then the parents may request Out-of-Zone for both children to attend the same school. Out-of-Zone is considered first, then it’s on to the next round of Parental Choice. School Choice requests are for parents or legal guardians exercising Parental Choice without respect to or limitations upon their reasons. Approvals are based on school capacity and class-size restrictions. Consider when applying, a school is no longer open for School Choice once the campus reaches 95% of its capacity. Within the Registration section of the district website, we show—by grade level—which schools have available capacity. PRO TIP: Take advantage of the Parental Choice Priority Window, usually during the first part of the new year. During this year’s Priority Window from January 11 through February 19, CCPS approved 97% of Out-of-Zone requests for elementary students. Our staff members in Student Registration have also been intentional about giving parents advance notice so they have additional time to make the right educational choice for their family. For high school and middle school, initial selections were made during the week of February 20, a month earlier than last year. Notices for elementary parents came out in March, two months earlier than the previous year. This year, we listened to parent feedback and opened an additional 200 Parental Choice seats at the middle and high school levels. Once Out-of-Zone applications have been approved, School Choice applications submitted during the Priority Window will be considered for a lottery, pending remaining space available at schools. June 30 is the last day to apply for Parental Choice for the upcoming school year. Applications may be submitted online and are found within the Student Registration section of the district website (www. collierschools.com/registration). Scan the QR on this page to go directly to CCPS Student Registration. Who doesn’t like choices and convenience! by CHAD OLIVER Executive Director of Communications & Community Engagement Collier County Public Schools

32 | North Naples News May/June/July 2023 Volunteer Spotlight The Immokalee Foundation’s Jerry and Janet Belle by NOEMI Y. PEREZ President and CEO The Immokalee Foundation ore than almost any other region in the nation, we are all part of a community blessed by the extraordinary generosity of others. I recently read there are 1,948 organizations in the greater Naples metro area, including Naples and Marco Island. These Naples metro nonprofits employ 23,404 people, earn more than $2 billion in revenue annually, and have assets of $7 billion. With so many worthy causes, we continue to be grateful when The Immokalee Foundation rises to the top of a local humanitarian’s A-List. When Janet and Jerry Belle moved to Aqualane Shores in 2008, they supported several nonprofits financially. Jerry was still working and had limited time to become actively involved. When Janet was selected to the Greater Naples Leadership Masters Class XXI, she learned about The Immokalee Foundation, among others. Then, after Hurricane Irma, the Belles quickly learned of the devastation east of Naples and asked a friend who had a business in Immokalee how they could help. He knew they were interested in education, so this extraordinary gentleman directed Jerry and Janet Belle to The Immokalee Foundation. This timely introduction would ultimately change the lives of many of Immokalee’s deserving student population. After meeting with staff and students M in person, it quickly became apparent that The Immokalee Foundation’s mission was perfectly aligned with the couple’s interests. The Foundation provides highquality educational services with an impressive 100% high school graduation and postsecondary enrollment rate. Foundation students continue their success after high school with a 92% postsecondary completion rate. What begins as student success ultimately translates into career success, with an impressive 83% of Foundation alums working in their field of study. Jumping in headfirst, Jerry became a mentor to an Immokalee Middle School student, Joel Guerrero—an exceptional scholar who graduated as salutatorian at Immokalee High School last year. A retired CEO, Jerry was elected Chairman of the Board in 2019. And his most frequent observation? “The Immokalee Foundation is the most efficient organization I have ever been involved in. Thirty-nine staff support over 1,300 students—with a 100% high school graduation rate!” But the Belles are perhaps most proud of being part of the development of The Immokalee Foundation’s Career Pathways program, an innovative after-school and summer curriculum recognizing students’ needs for guidance and assistance in planning careers, not just in supporting academics. An outgrowth of a study of economic data and collaboration with area educators and employers, Career Pathways enables

May/June/July 2023 North Naples News | 33 students to explore and choose from four unique professional pathways: Business Management & Entrepreneurship, Education & Human Services, Engineering & Construction Management, and Healthcare. The program is a critical part of the journey for foundation students, many of whom never considered college a realistic option. It provides highly-customized educational and professional development support for Immokalee’s best and brightest—from middle school through postsecondary education. Specific components include mentorship, paid internships, field trips, ACT prep, scholarships, and more. This bold, unique program begins early—in sixth grade— to ensure that students attain the skills, knowledge, and opportunities to secure high-demand, rewarding professional careers in Southwest Florida, with or without a college degree. The program has been recognized regionally and nationally as a revolutionary approach to building upon traditional education. It would be easy and fun to say that we were “Saved by the Belles”—and in many ways, that is true—but Jerry and Janet Belle would be the first to enthusiastically welcome even more of you to join us. Your personal impact is waiting to happen! ABOUT THE IMMOKALEE FOUNDATION For more than 31 years, The Immokalee Foundation has been preparing the next generation of leaders through a 100% focus on education, career readiness, and professional development for students in Immokalee. The Foundation provides new pathways to success and financial independence through robust programming that prepares students for wellpaying, in-demand professional careers. To learn more about The Immokalee Foundation, become a mentor, signature events, volunteer as a career panel speaker or host, donate, or include the Foundation in your estate plans, please call 239.430.9122 or visit immokaleefoundation.org. "The Foundation provides highquality educational services with an impressive 100% high school graduation and postsecondary enrollment rate." TOP: Immokalee Foundation Board Chair and mentor Jerry Belle with mentee Joel Guerrero LEFT: Janet and Jerry Belle supporting The Immokalee Foundation at Suenos, The Dream Gala in 2023 RIGHT: Immokalee Foundation students particpate in a Career Pathways activity at Florida Gulf Coast University RESERVATIONS NOW ACCEPTED! PRESENTING THE NEWEST ADDITION TO LUXURY LIVING IN OLDE NAPLES Anticipated completion Winter 2023 SIX END UNIT RESIDENCES PRICED FROM THE HIGH $2Ms TO OVER $4M 1676 sq. ft. under air to 2250 sq. ft. under air Exclusively Listed by: Karen Coney Coplin, Realtor® 239.777.4093 [email protected] CaydenNaples Naplesbythenumbers

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38 | North Naples News May/June/July 2023 win award at U.N. n March 12, two Community School of Naples students, junior Zachary Dahlquist and sophomore Sadie Lipman, earned the Award of Merit for their work on the United Nations Convention Against Corruption Committee during the National High School United Nations Conference (NHSUNC), 2023. The students, both serving as delegates from Morocco, researched and reported on corruption and press freedom, arguing for the protection of journalists and free speech and against cyber censorship. They drafted a proposal reaffirming “Article 19 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, that every human has the freedom to express their personal opinions without interference, as well as the right to send and receive information through digital media.” Their resolution passed by a vote of 86-14-7. Established in 1975, NHSMUN is the world’s largest and most prestigious Model U.N. conference for secondary school students. Long recognized for having the best substantive program on the MUN circuit, NHSMUN is known for its diverse, talented attendees, its world-class staff, its highly engaging debates, and its academically rigorous material (from NHSMUN brochure, 2022). Zach and Sadie were among the 27 CSN students who traveled to New York City to participate in the NHSMUN this year. The group had the opportunity to sit in the hallowed halls of the General Assembly, listening to international diplomats and student activists discuss the complications and hopes involved in negotiating and diplomacy. The CSN students researched, wrote, and debated an array of topics, from international disarmament to the indigenous rights of women in the Amazon. The rigorous work opened their eyes to the world beyond Naples, FL. The award comes after months of preparation with CSN’s Model U.N. Club (HawkMUNC) and marks the end of a season of local competitions that began in September 2022. During the year, students learned the art of writing a proposal and entering diplomatic discussions to earn support. Being in New York among 4,000 other students from all over the world put this year’s activities into perspective for Zachary, the president of HawkMUNC. “The experience enhances debate. It taught me to develop my international diplomacy skills.” Sadie, also recognized as Best Delegate for her work earlier this year at Gulf Coast High School’s SharkMUNC, saw the immediate difference in the NHSUNC: “It helped strengthen debate skills. More importantly,” she says, the most significant part of the experience was “meeting people from different backgrounds and O learning from them.” Sadie and Zach have been involved in HawkMUNC since their first years at CSN. They have taken an active role in discussions about free speech and freedom of the press, and their leadership demonstrates their commitment to both the club and its global ideals. Community School of Naples, the largest PreK-12 independent school in Collier County, was established in 1982. CSN offers a rigorous college preparatory program, and 100 percent of its seniors attend select four-year colleges and universities. The school is located on a 77-acre campus in North Naples. Zach and Sadie collaborated to win the Award of Merit. Two CSN students

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40 | North Naples News May/June/July 2023 Six-month post-Ian update to the community arch 28 marked six months since Hurricane Ian came ashore with deadly and devastating force. Ian is the third costliest U.S. hurricane causing $112.9 billion in damage, exceeded only by Hurricanes Katrina and Harvey. So destructive that meteorologists retired Ian from the list of hurricane names for Atlantic Basin storms forever. But while the devastation has been widespread, so has philanthropy. The Collier Community Foundation Collier Comes Together Fund has received over $8.45 million in donations far and wide from generous donors and organizations to benefits from concerts, specialty promotions, clothing, and art sales. With those significant donations to our hurricane relief fund, we have made incredible strides in our recovery efforts. CCF has already granted our community over $4.38 million in relief funds! Initial grants supported immediate needs, including emergency gift cards, cleaning supplies, food, inflatable mattresses, tents, sleeping bags, emergency housing, and childcare. Several million in relief funds are also earmarked for repairing and rebuilding homes, lifting home sites to prepare for future weather disasters and relief efforts in neighboring counties still struggling to recover. CCF is addressing repairing, rebuilding, and mitigating long-term housing needs. The hard-hit neighborhood of Anthony Park has received grants for drywall material and installation, new appliances, including Judith Williams, pictured here with her new range and refrigerator, furniture, air mattresses, cleaning supplies, gift cards, and a disaster staff position. All 60+ homes in that area have or are receiving assistance under the direction of NAACP Collier County Branch #5117 President Vincent Keeys. Ian left many Collier County Public Schools educators and staff with either significant flood damage or destruction of their homes, cars, and belongings, forcing them to move farther away from their school district. Thanks to a generous donation from the Wanda and James M. Moran, Jr. Foundation, we provided a grant to Champions for Learning to assist school educators and staff facing transportation and housing challenges due to Hurricane Ian. With Collier Comes Together funds, 106 Collier County educator households received awards, including Nancy Ruben, elementary school counselor, and Mary Farr, Barron Collier High School Spanish teacher, for insurance deductibles, rental increases, security deposits, storage expenses, household items, and also help for those who lost or were displaced from their homes. In addition to helping essential workers stay in Collier County, CCF is also M

May/June/July 2023 North Naples News | 41 ©2022 HFC KTU LLC. All Rights Reserved. Kitchen Tune-Up is a trademark of HFC KTU LLC and a Home Franchise Concepts Brand. Each franchise independently owned and operated. (239) 287-8735 kitchentuneup.com Nicole Winter Local Owners Jason Malmberg Redooring 1 • Day Tune Up • Refacing Cabinet Painting • Custom Cabinets focusing on helping seniors and veterans with housing and navigating the process. We partnered with Dr. Jaclynn Faffer of the Baker Naples Senior Center to create a case management position to evaluate the need for owner-occupied senior mobile home parks. Penny Taylor filled the spot, and we have donated funds to provide five new manufactured homes since then. These grants cover surveying and scraping the lots, purchasing and installing the new manufactured home on an elevated pad, and compliance with federal, state, and local codes. So far, two mobile homes have been delivered to a grandmother and another to a veteran, including Rose Marie Powell, an 83-year-old who lost her home due to the water surge and has since been living with her daughter. We were proud to be honored as a Community Partner of the Year along with the Richard M. Schulze Family Foundation by the Salvation Army of Collier County for our Hurricane Ian relief efforts. Our funds helped them supply emergency air mattresses, gift cards to those in need, and a disaster case manager and worker position. We also gave funds to purchase a mobility carrier electric wheelchair for Angie Beer, a double amputee who had to escape rising waters in a kayak with her husband and her Chihuahua, Bella, and leave all their belongings behind. We hope you are as inspired as we are to see the faces and get to know the stories of those we have been able to help. It only strengthens our reserve to keep doing more. We appreciate the many who have come together and made our work possible; we could not do it without you. Informed giving leads to powerful results! Learn more at colliercf.org or call 239.649.5000. TOP: Rose Marie Powell receives the good news about her new home LEFT: Angie Beer receives a new mobility carrier electric wheelchair RIGHT: Anthony Park resident Judith Williams with her new range and refrigerator "Thanks to a generous donation from the Wanda and James M. Moran, Jr. Foundation, we provided a grant to Champions for Learning to assist school educators and staff facing transportation and housing challenges due to Hurricane Ian."

42 | North Naples News May/June/July 2023 Hypertension– by LORNA FEDELEM, MD OVERVIEW Hypertension (high blood pressure) is when the pressure in your blood vessels is too high. It is common but can be serious if not treated. People with high blood pressure may not feel symptoms. The only way to know is to get your blood pressure checked. Blood pressure is written as two numbers. The first number (systolic) represents the pressure in blood vessels when the heart contracts or beats. The second number (diastolic) represents the pressure in the vessels when the heart rests between beats. RISK FACTORS Modifiable risk factors include unhealthy diets (excessive salt consumption, a diet high in saturated fat and trans fats, low intake of fruits and vegetables), physical inactivity, consumption of tobacco and alcohol, and being overweight or obese. Non-modifiable risk factors include a family history of hypertension, age over 65 years, and co-existing diseases such as diabetes or kidney disease. SYMPTOMS Most people with hypertension don’t feel any symptoms. Very high blood pressure can cause headaches, blurred vision, chest pain, and other symptoms. Checking your blood pressure is the best way to know if you have high blood pressure. If hypertension isn’t treated, it can cause other health conditions like kidney disease, heart disease, and stroke. People with very high blood pressure can experience symptoms including: • severe headaches • chest pain • dizziness • difficulty breathing • nausea • vomiting • blurred vision or other vision changes • anxiety • confusion • buzzing in the ears • nosebleeds • abnormal heart rhythm If you are experiencing any of these symptoms and have high blood pressure, seek care immediately. TREATMENT Lifestyle changes can help lower high blood pressure. These include: • eating a healthy, low-salt diet • losing weight • being physically active • quitting tobacco If you have high blood pressure, your doctor may recommend one or more what you need to know!

May/June/July 2023 North Naples News | 43 Call and schedule a complimentary meet and greet with Dr. Fedelem. 9150 Galleria Ct., Suite 200, Naples, FL 34109 www.LornaFedelemMD.com | 239.580.6390 medicines. Your recommended blood pressure goal may depend on what other health conditions you have. NEW BLOOD PRESSURE GUIDELINES: • Normal = less than 120 and less than 80 • Elevated = 120-129 and less than 80 • High Blood Pressure Stage 1 = 130-139 or 80-89 • High Blood Pressure Stage 2 = 140 or higher or 90 or higher • Hypertensive Crisis (call your doctor immediately) = Higher than 180 and/or higher than 120 PREVENTION Lifestyle changes can help lower high blood pressure and can help anyone with hypertension. Many who make these changes may still need to take medicine. These lifestyle changes can help prevent and lower high blood pressure. DO: • Eat more vegetables and fruit. • Sit less. • Be more physically active, which can include walking, running, swimming, dancing, or activities that build strength, like lifting weights. • Lose weight if you’re overweight or obese. • Take medication as prescribed by your health care professional. • Keep appointments with your health care professional. DON’T: • Eat too much salty food (try to stay under two grams per day). • Eat foods high in saturated or trans-fat. • Smoke or use tobacco. • Drink too much alcohol (one drink daily for women, two for men) • Miss or share medication. Reducing hypertension prevents heart attack, stroke, and kidney damage, as well as other health problems. See your primary care doctor at least annually for your physical and blood pressure check! "If hypertension isn’t treated, it can cause other health conditions like kidney disease, heart disease and stroke." (239) 597-8867 Riverchase Plaza 11224 Tamiami Trail N cotedazurrestaurant.com Tuesdays – Saturdays 5 p.m. to close Acclaimed French restaurant where elevated Provençal fare is presented in cozy country-style surroundings.

44 | North Naples News May/June/July 2023 THE SHOW GOES ON ARTIS—NAPLES IN MAY at ridging the gap between spring and summer, the month of May is a time of great excitement at Artis—Naples each season. And though it may be the final full month of Naples Philharmonic performances in Hayes Hall before the organization shifts its focus to youth and community events, it is also filled with anticipation as the organization lays plans for a thrilling new season bursting with visual and performing arts offerings. There is still much to see and experience at The Baker Museum this month, perhaps most notably the final opportunity for museumgoers to view the groundbreaking exhibition Love Stories from the National Portrait Gallery, London, which tells countless tales of love and romance over the course of centuries through the lens of portraiture, closing on May 7. And though it is always bittersweet to conclude such a monumental exhibition, its closure is made a little easier by the vibrant exhibitions still hanging in the galleries, including Florida Contemporary 2022- 23, the recently opened Three Degrees of Separation: Artistic Connections in the B Installation view of Love Stories from the National Portrait Gallery, London. Courtesy Artis—Naples, The Baker Museum. Photo: RoseBudz Productions Andris Poga photo © Jānis Deinats

May/June/July 2023 North Naples News | 45 Permanent Collection and the wildly popular Naples Collects: 2022-23, which brings some of the greatest works from private collectors of Southwest Florida into the public view. The museum ends the month with Art After Hours on May 31, offering live music, concessions at Heidi’s Place, and free admission to The Baker Museum. The Naples Philharmonic has delivered yet another marvelous season of breathtaking classical performances and pulse-pounding Pops concerts, and this month the orchestra concludes the Masterworks series with a love story of its own. May 5-6, the Naples Philharmonic presents a program featuring two musical interpretations of Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, plus Shostakovich’s Piano Concerto No. 2 with piano virtuoso Simon Trpčeski and guest conductor Andris Poga. May also brings a different kind of excitement for the orchestra with EarShot Reading, a new music reading and composer development program featuring an open rehearsal and performance of works by three of today’s most promising emerging women composers, in partnership with the American Composers Orchestra on May 16. Other orchestral highlights this month include Summer Spectacular on May 21, presenting the Naples Philharmonic and Naples Philharmonic Youth Orchestra performing side-by-side, and the orchestra’s annual starspangled salute to our troops with Patriotic Pops taking place May 25-26. And still, there are more performing arts highlights at Artis—Naples this month as one of the organization’s favorite community partners returns to Hayes Hall. On May 12, Naples Ballet once again takes the big stage with a special production of Cinderella— complete with Cinderella’s doting Fairy Godmother, a dazzling ball, and, of course, a dance with her Prince Charming. The magical presentation is made even more special as the Naples Philharmonic plays Sergei Prokofiev’s melodic score. Finally, rounding out the season in Daniels Pavilion, the Naples Philharmonic Jazz Orchestra performs one last sizzling set in their All That Jazz series with a pair of concerts featuring the music of great American composer Henry Mancini on May 17. Tickets and additional details can be found at artisnaples.org. TOP: Naples Collects 2022-23 LEFT TO RIGHT: Cinderella Simon Trpčeski photo © L. Saveski/KulturOp Patriotic Pops

46 | North Naples News May/June/July 2023 BOOK REVIEW reviewed by anna karras ess has always been on her own. Her mum took her own life when Jess was in middle school and she and her half-brother were placed in vastly different foster families. Charming Ben, who shared a mother with Jess, was placed into a wealthy family and given every privilege, eventually being adopted. Jess, meanwhile, was shunted from foster family to foster family until she eventually aged out of the system. Drifting between low-paying jobs, she rarely saw older brother Ben, Cambridge-educated and now a journalist living in Paris. Finally, Jess decides to take Ben up on his “come and stay anytime” offer, with hardly any notice. Reluctantly, he agrees and Jess boards the Eurostar to take her under the channel. But when Jess shows up at the Paris apartment where Ben has been living, he doesn’t answer the buzzer. Or his phone. Texts are unanswered and Jess is left standing in the street, freezing with all of her belongings in her broken suitcase. But Jess is nothing if not full of ingenuity. She discovers the gate code from another tenant and picks the lock on his third-floor apartment. Once inside she is blown away by the interior—luxurious and spacious and not in line with what she assumes to be the salary of someone who has been writing freelance restaurant reviews. Where is Ben? During the first twenty-four hours, Jess questions other tenants of the building with little success. Is it just Parisians being rude or are they hiding something? From Antione on the first floor to Sophie in the penthouse, no one seems to have seen nor heard from Ben in some time, even though Jess had just spoken to him the night before. He told her he’d be waiting up to let her in. As Jess digs deeper into Ben’s apartment, the luxe building, and its haughty inhabitants, she finds more questions than answers. With the help of a fellow journalist friend of Ben’s, Jess is drawn into a dark and frightening mystery—even too scary for a tough-asnails girl from the foster system. The further she falls down the rabbit hole the more it becomes evident that something very sinister has happened to her brother. Told from alternating points of view between Jess and the inhabitants of the swanky Paris apartment building, the pieces slowly come together into a horrifying picture. A twisted thriller meant to keep you guessing until the last page, The Paris Apartment delivers chills and revelations of what evil deeds great wealth can conceal. ∞ AUTHOR'S PROFILE Always in love with books and stories, Lucy Foley studied English at University College London and Durham University. She has worked in the publishing industry both in a literary agency and later as an editor for a publishing house. She has written six novels, of which the first three were historical fiction. She lives in London. J THE PARIS APARTMENT by Lucy Foley Publisher: William Morrow 368 Pages $28.99 US Marketing Exquisite Naples Homes Since 2004 Expertise – Professionalism – Personal Service NaplesShore.com 787 Fifth Avenue S., Naples, FL 34102 Tom McCarthy (239) 243-5520 [email protected] Jill Pyszkowski (239) 293-8622 [email protected] 4 Bed • 3 Bath • 3,132 sqft • Watercrest in Gated Pelican Marsh Indulge in a lifestyle of luxury & leisure. Your estate lifestyle begins on a very private cul-de-sac. Enter through grand mahogany double doors to the formal living with spectacular views of the pool & lake beyond. The home is immaculate with a spacious floor plan of over 3000 sq ft of luxury living. The sun-filled family room flows into a spacious chef’s kitchen with Kitchen Aid & Bosch appliances. Magnificent master suite & luxurious master bath offers a private respite. Stunning pool & lake views from almost every room. Elegance abounds. Call for a personal showing! Outdoor Living Naples Style! 2390 Turnberry Court, Naples, FL 34109

Marketing Exquisite Naples Homes Since 2004 Expertise – Professionalism – Personal Service NaplesShore.com 787 Fifth Avenue S., Naples, FL 34102 Tom McCarthy (239) 243-5520 [email protected] Jill Pyszkowski (239) 293-8622 [email protected] 4 Bed • 3 Bath • 3,132 sqft • Watercrest in Gated Pelican Marsh Indulge in a lifestyle of luxury & leisure. Your estate lifestyle begins on a very private cul-de-sac. Enter through grand mahogany double doors to the formal living with spectacular views of the pool & lake beyond. The home is immaculate with a spacious floor plan of over 3000 sq ft of luxury living. The sun-filled family room flows into a spacious chef’s kitchen with Kitchen Aid & Bosch appliances. Magnificent master suite & luxurious master bath offers a private respite. Stunning pool & lake views from almost every room. Elegance abounds. Call for a personal showing! Outdoor Living Naples Style! 2390 Turnberry Court, Naples, FL 34109

48 | North Naples News May/June/July 2023 BY JEFF BOHR Naples Mac Help [email protected] | 239.595.0482 W Understanding Artificial Intelligence: e hear the term artificial intelligence (AI) a lot, and its meaning has evolved over the last few decades. From Siri and Alexa to your Roomba vacuum cleaner, AI is already a part of our daily life. It has both benefits and drawbacks and though it has a wide range of applicable uses, I will cover just a few here and you can easily research AI using your search engine of choice. Wikipedia defines AI as intelligence demonstrated by machines, as opposed to the natural intelligence displayed by animals including humans. tinyurl.com/5xx8knbz AI is now seen by the evolving use of manufacturing robots, and self-driving cars may be right around the corner. Tesla automobiles use a camera-based AI that the computer diagnoses while driving, other cars use cameras and sonar to determine where cars, pedestrians, and other objects may be that you need to be aware of. Smart assistants such as Alexa and Siri can answer an amazing amount of varied questions quickly and accurately, these are both examples of AI. ChatGPT (Chat Generative Pretrained Transformer) is an artificial intelligence chatbot developed by OpenAI and was launched in November 2022. ChatGPT is a large language model that uses artificial intelligence to hold text conversations with users that can feel natural as if you were asking someone questions. ChatGPT was trained on a large body of text from various sources (e.g., Wikipedia, books, news articles, and scientific journals). 2023 Edition TRUST, BUT VERIFY ALL CHATGPT RESULTS Although the rate at which it provides inaccurate information isn't alarming, it's important to verify the information that ChatGPT provides before using it. As a precaution, don't use the information generated by ChatGPT to make critical health or financial decisions without thorough verification. While ChatGPT is indeed a game-changing AI product, it is still mostly a work in progress. THE NEXT PARAGRAPH WAS TOTALLY WRITTEN BY CHAT GPT: Artificial intelligence, also known as AI, is a rapidly developing field that involves the creation of intelligent machines that can perform tasks that typically require human intelligence, such as learning, reasoning, and problem-solving. AI has the potential to revolutionize many different fields, from healthcare to finance to transportation, and it is already having a significant impact on the way we live and work. One of the key benefits of AI is its ability to analyze and process large amounts of data quickly and accurately. This has led to the development of AI-powered tools that can help us make better decisions, such as predictive analytics software that can forecast future trends and patterns based on past data. AI is also being used to help us solve complex problems, such as climate change and disease outbreaks, by analyzing vast amounts of data and identifying potential solutions. Another important aspect of AI is its ability to learn and adapt. Machine learning algorithms are used to teach machines how to recognize patterns and make decisions based on that data. This allows AI systems to continually improve performance and become more effective over time. In some cases, AI can even learn from its own mistakes and make adjustments to avoid repeating them in the future. AI is also being used to improve the efficiency of many different processes, from manufacturing to customer service. Robotic process automation (RPA) is a type of AI that is used to automate repetitive tasks, such as data entry or customer support. This can help businesses save time and money while improving the overall quality of their services. However, AI also poses several challenges and concerns. One of the biggest concerns is the potential impact on jobs, as machines become increasingly capable of performing tasks that were previously done by humans. This could lead to significant job losses in certain industries, although it could also create new opportunities in others. There are also concerns about the ethical implications of AI, particularly in areas such as privacy and security. As AI systems become more advanced, they may be able to gather and analyze large amounts of personal data, raising concerns about surveillance and data breaches. There are also concerns about the potential for AI to be used for malicious purposes, such as cyberattacks or the creation of autonomous weapons. In conclusion, artificial intelligence has the potential to transform many different areas of our lives, from healthcare to finance to transportation. While there are certainly challenges and concerns associated with this technology, there is also significant potential for AI to make our lives easier, more efficient, and more effective. As the field of AI continues to develop, it will be important to balance these benefits with the potential risks and to ensure that AI is used in an ethical and responsible manner. So, remember, this technology is amazing but use it wisely! And kids, teachers already have software to detect if you have used the technology to compose an essay, so use your brain!

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