Local Life Archive

## Hurricane Season in Naples: Sunshine, Sandbars, and…Stress? A Local’s Guide to Riding Out the Storm (and the Anxiety) Here in Naples, Florida, we’re blessed with stunning sunsets, pristine beaches, and a vibrant culinary scene. But paradise, as they say, comes with a price. And that price, every year from June 1st to November 30th, is hurricane season. While the thought of a tropical cyclone churning towards our beloved coastline might send shivers down your spine, it’s a reality we Neapolitans live with. So, grab a glass of sweet tea (or something a little stronger!), settle in, and…

## Fireworks on and OFF the Field: FC Naples Gears Up for an Explosive Fourth of July Celebration! Hey Naples neighbors! Get ready to kick off your Independence Day festivities with a bang – literally! FC Naples is prepping for a spectacular Fourth of July match right here in our beautiful city, and it promises to be an unforgettable experience for the whole family. Forget the usual hot dogs and backyard barbecues (okay, maybe not *completely* forget them), because this year, we’re adding a hefty dose of soccer excitement to the mix. Now, I know what some of you might be thinking: “Soccer…

## Naples, Florida: Sun, Sand, and… Sudden Downpours? Navigating Our Unique Subtropical Climate Hey there, Naples neighbors! Let’s chat about something we all share a deep connection with, whether we’re longtime residents or just arrived to bask in our beautiful slice of paradise: the weather. Living in Naples means enjoying stunning sunsets over the Gulf, balmy breezes rustling through palm trees, and, let’s be honest, the occasional surprise downpour that sends everyone scrambling for cover. That’s the beauty and the beast of our subtropical climate. So, how can we best navigate the glo…

## Laugh Your Shell Off: Naples Gets Ready for a Comedy Invasion! Natalie Cuomo and Dan LaMorte are Coming to Town (Eventually!) Alright, Naples folks, get ready to clutch your pearls (or your margaritas) because comedy’s about to hit our sunny shores! Okay, okay, maybe not *immediately* hitting our shores. The article I stumbled upon talks about Natalie Cuomo and Dan LaMorte gracing the stage at Off The Hook Comedy Club in *Tampa* in 2025. Tampa’s great and all, but let’s be real, who wants to deal with that traffic? We’ve got sunshine, beaches, and enough retirees with killer punchlines…

## Hurricane Season in Naples: “I Still Have Nightmares” – And So Do My Lanterns Here in Naples, Florida, we live in paradise. The sun-kissed beaches, the vibrant arts scene, the world-class dining…it’s easy to see why so many of us call this place home. But paradise has a price, and that price is paid annually in the form of hurricane season. It’s that time of year again, folks – that familiar knot in our stomachs as we watch the tropics brew and nervously eye our hurricane shutters. The news recently highlighted the anxiety felt by Florida restaurant owners as we head into another sea…

## Fireworks on the Field: FC Naples Gears Up for an Explosive Fourth of July Celebration! Hey Naples neighbors! Get ready for a Fourth of July celebration unlike any other, right here in our beautiful city. Forget the usual backyard barbecues and sparklers (well, maybe not *completely* forget the sparklers). This year, we’re taking our Independence Day festivities to a whole new level with a spectacular soccer showdown featuring our very own FC Naples! You heard that right! FC Naples is set to ignite the field with their electrifying performance on the Fourth of July, and the whole town’s…

## Lights, Camera, Naples! Your Guide to Breaking into the Film & TV Scene Right Here in Paradise So, you’ve dreamt of seeing your name in the rolling credits, of feeling the thrill of a film set, of maybe even bumping into Owen Wilson at a local coffee shop (hey, a girl can dream, right?). Well, guess what? You might not have to move to Hollywood to make those dreams a reality. Naples, Florida, our very own slice of paradise, is quietly becoming a hotbed for film and television production. And that means opportunities for you, yes *you*, to get involved! This isn’t about some far-off c…

## Hurricane Season in Naples, Florida: Are We Ready for a July 4th Fireworks Show of a Different Kind? Hey Naples neighbors! Let’s talk about something none of us really *want* to talk about, but something we absolutely *need* to discuss: hurricane season. It’s that time of year again, when we trade beach umbrellas for storm shutters and swap sunset cocktails for hurricane preparedness kits. And this year, right smack in the middle of our Independence Day celebrations, we’ve got a potential tropical guest eyeing up the Gulf. Now, I know what you’re thinking. “It’s July 4th weekend! Can’t…