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INSIDE THE ISSUE MAY 2020

FEATURES 18 Where Confidence Comes From A letter from a Wellfit Girls graduate.

24 Women Walking the Walk Naples Lifestyle salutes women who make giving a priority.

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42 For Mom, from Naples Our Picks for shopping online from at Mercato.

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Around Town

Our Town

32 Road Trip 38 DIY 42 Localâ€™s Choice

GOOD TIMES

Wine & Food Fest 300+ bidders came together during SWFL Children’s Charities, Inc.’s 2020 Southwest Florida Wine & Food Fest, raising more than $1.4 million to advance pediatric health care across the region. Celebrating its 12th year, the two-day signature event featured Chef Vintner Dinners, The Grand Tasting and Live Auction. Funds help enable a secure future for the children of Southwest Florida.

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Kids' Minds Matter's fourth annual Secret Garden Gala Kids’ Minds Matter’s fourth annual Secret Garden Gala raised a record $2.8 million for pediatric mental and behavioral health in Southwest Florida. Since 2016, the gala has raised approximately $10 million for its mission to ensure children receive the right care at the right place and right time.

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VAN OTTERLOO FAMILY CAMPUS FOR LEARNING

Diamond list in 2020. Featuring a truly beautiful setting on the pristine white-sand beaches of the

Guadalupe Center announced a capital and

Gulf of Mexico, The Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club

operational campaign to provide more students in

is Southwest Florida’s only resort directly on the

Immokalee with opportunities to use education as a

beach with an on-site championship golf course,

springboard to a brighter future. “Guadalupe Center:

a world-class spa, and an award-winning tennis

2020 & Beyond” is raising money to construct new

center. In addition to providing access to miles of

educational centers, hire additional staff and expand

pristine white-sand beach, the resort features the

academic programs. The Monaghan Family Early

Jack Nicklaus-designed, par-71 championship golf

Childhood Education Campus will open later this

course; full-service spa; a beachfront pool com-

spring and serve an additional 64 students ages 6

plex with two pools, whirlpools and locker facil-

weeks to 3 years old in Guadalupe Center’s nationally

ities; the Mary C. Watkins Tennis Center with six

accredited Early Childhood Education Program. As

Har-Tru courts; a professionally-supervised, com-

the Monaghan campus prepares to open, Guadalupe

plimentary daily recreational program for children

Center also announced a generous $5 million match-

ages 5 to 12; a fitness center; 34,000 square feet

ing gift from Rose-Marie and Eijk van Otterloo as

of meeting and event space; retail shops; beach

well as a donation of 9.5 acres from Barron Collier

rentals. 239.261.2222, NaplesBeachHotel.com

Companies that will serve as the future home of the van Otterloo Family Campus for Learning. Of the estimated 5,000 Collier County children under the age of 5 who live in poverty, just 1,000 are enrolled in a high-quality pre-school program. Guadalupe Center’s Early Childhood Education Program operates at capacity and has a waiting list of more than 500 students. GuadalupeCenter.org/how-to-give

SUMMER GIRLS CAMP Wellfit Adventure Camp (WAC) offers a unique opportunity for middle and high school girls to participate in three weeks of leadership, fitness and empowerment curriculum. Two week-long camps (July 13-16 and July 20-23) will take place at Wellfit Girls’ Leadership & Wellness Center in Naples. Daily camp activities include creative self-expression, personal discovery, yoga, fitness, meditation, team building

MOMS TREATED AT BOTANICAL GARDEN

games, connection and fun. The camp culminates with

Treat Mom or Grandma for a stroll through the

a five-day expedition to Cloudland Canyon State Park

tropical landscapes of the Garden this Mother’s

in North Georgia, July 25-30, where girls will hike, do

Day. Mothers and Grandmothers are FREE!

yoga, play games, cook their own meals, connect with

The first 500 mothers or grandmothers to arrive

each other, nature and most importantly themselves.

will be given a ticket to exchange for a special gift.

WellfitGirls.org to register your daughter. The

While, as of press time, the Garden was closed,

camp and expedition cost $250, however, schol-

we are hopeful regular hours will resume. Now,

arships are available.

more than ever, Naples Botanical Garden needs

FOUR DIAMONDS AWARDED The Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club has

your support. Purchases and contributions made during this difficult time will lessen the financial impact on the Garden.

received the prestigious AAA Four Diamond

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WELLFIT GIRLS HAS HAD SUCH A LARGE IMPACT ON MY LIFE THAT IS STILL SEEN TWO YEARS LATER. If it weren’t for the self-confidence and self-recognition I was able to develop during my time with Wellfit Girls, I wouldn’t have even considered going to the college I go to now. The intrinsic motivation I have has always been within me, but the Wellfit team brought it to the surface. I wanted to make a difference and follow my passion so the team taught me the best acronym I have ever heard: BHAG. Big Hairy A$$ Goal, a goal you strive to reach even though the chances of getting there are 50%. This 50% chance is not a deterrent, it is the greatest motivation I could ever ask for. Maybe someone from the outside might be able to see the difference this acronym made but in 20 years, trust me, it will be apparent when I am sitting in my office at the Department of Education. So what do I do every day? I go to class with a good attitude because I have learned that I am in such a grateful standing. On the expedition, we helped build a source of income to support a little girl’s education. A girl whose photo and pure happiness sits on my home screen to remind me what I have. The self-recognition that I unearthed when I accepted the award from my group at the end led me to seek out leadership positions that I have fought to get. Never would I have thought I would be able to intern at a law firm, as a sophomore, in a sea of law student interns. Or working to show how much I am willing to work to become Director of Community Relations for Emory Miracle, a branch of the Miracle Network that spreads across the country. People always told me I was soft-spoken and was too nice to make the difference I want to make. I knew within me I had what it takes to make a difference but just to help push me to communicate more efficiently with strangers, I applied to be, and now am, a tour guide. But now, I know these doubts that were in my mind when I was in high school are no longer. I know I can, so I do. I know I deserve to be

part of it due to a scholarship that was rewarded to me.

surrounded by people who support me and add to my

With this grant, my leaders and role models will continue

life so that’s what I have now. I know whenever I need it,

to make a difference to girls that I know are in need of

Colby and Rio are ready with open ears. I know that I can

what Wellfit has to offer because I was one of those girls

call the friends that I made through Wellfit with no worry.

without even knowing it.

I know not to let others’ perceptions of me affect me because my health is more important than their opin-

Best,

ions. This self-assurance exudes off me and people now see my internal shine they previously dulled. To whoever

MARIA GOMEZ

is reading this, Wellfit Girls is the most incredible expe-

EMORY UNIVERSITY CLASS OF 2022

rience, life lesson, and training and I was only able to be

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NAPLES LIFESTYLE SALUTES THESE WOMEN WHO MAKE GIVING A PRIORITY.

WE ASKED THESE SUCCESSFUL WOMEN FOUR QUESTIONS ABOUT WHAT INSPIRES THEM AS THEY WORK TO MAKE OUR COMMUNITY A BETTER PLACE TO LIVE. 01 Naples is such a special place. We hope and pray that we will all be safe and healthy, out and about soon. Where will you go for lunch, for an afternoon outing and then to watch the sunset? 02 In this May issue, we are celebrating women. Tell us about an influential woman in your life and the lesson(s) they taught you. 03 And what advice would you share with a young woman just starting her career? 04 Giving back is very important to us at Naples Lifestyle magazine. How do you share your gifts?

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ARTICLE NAPLES LIFESTYLE STAFF PHOTOGRAPHY HANNAH GRACE PHOTOGRAPHY

DARLENE DEMICHELE CO-TRUSTEE, 2021 NAPLES WINTER WINE FESTIVAL

01 My favorite place for casual waterfront dining is Gumbo Limbo at the Ritz-Carlton Beach Resort, with a relaxed, kick off your sandals type of vibe. Whether it’s with family or friends, it’s hard to find a better place to enjoy fresh seafood, a sea breeze and our world-famous sunsets over the Gulf. 02 A wise Irish woman often said to me, “it’s never too late to say I’m sorry or thank you. Own your mistakes my dear. It will lighten your soul, and give you the opportunity to have a healing conversation.” She reminded me to live each day with grace and gratitude in words and actions. Take nothing for granted and always remember to say thank you. Taken from this world decades too soon, this special woman was my mom. 03 Being strong, focused and successful doesn’t mean you have to forgo kindness and compassion. It’s both disarming and very effective. 04 My husband Don and I are chairing the 2021 Naples Winter Wine Festival, so needless to say, this is going to be a very busy year! Following the record-setting 2020 Festival team is a daunting task, but we know that we will be standing on the shoulders of all the Trustees who have walked this path before us.

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LORI OLIVER FOUNDER AND PRESIDENT, NAPLES PERFORMING ARTS CENTER, INC.

01 We usually would spend the day shopping at Mercato or Waterside, eat lunch there and then head to the Naples Beach Club for sunset. That is where my husband Chad Oliver and I got engaged, so we love to go back and visit with our friends and family. 02 My mother has been so influential in shaping me into who I am today. She taught me, “if it’s worth doing then do it with 100% of your heart.” Give your all in everything you do! Also, “always measure the weight of my words” and “life is short, so love, forgive and accept people’s differences.” When I started the Naples Performing Arts Center in 2011, she stood by me, believed in me, supported me and encouraged me to follow my heart and my passion and it would one day be a success. I lost my beautiful mother in 2018. I know she is so proud of me and I hope I leave a legacy for my own children that she left for me. 03 I have the privilege of watching my students graduate and head to college and begin their careers- and the one thing I always tell them is dream big, work hard, believe in yourself and never let anyone steal your joy. 04 Our “I’m a Star” program allows students with intellectual or physical challenges to be Stars. They come every Wednesday and prepare an entire show. It is so rewarding to watch those with challenges, who many people would walk by and never acknowledge, perform on the stage and receive applause and recognition, not just for their talent but for the incredible human beings they are. These students have changed my heart and motivate me to be a better person every time I am with them.

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H E I D I TA U L M A N EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, SWFL CHILDREN’S CHARITIES

01 There are so many great restaurants in Southwest Florida and we love to entertain and watch the sunset from any one of many beaches and our boat! Flippers on the Bay is a favorite of ours and then off to watch the sunset with family and friends at Lovers Key or Big Hickory Pass. 02 I am truly blessed to have a lot of women mentors in my life. My number one fan has always been my mother. I think the key is to listen and learn from the mistakes of others, and then hope to know who to go to or how to handle them when you make them yourself! 03 Get involved in something you love and volunteer. You will meet other like-minded individuals and grow in new ways you couldn’t have dreamed about. This is also a great way to learn about what you do and don’t like to do and what your strengths and weaknesses are. 04 Giving back is what makes me who I am. I have had jobs in many different sectors, but my love of helping people brings me back to non-profit organizations. I have volunteered with ArtFest Fort Myers, Lee BIA Builders Care, Florida Public Relations Association, Hope Hospice and many more. This is something that my husband and I enjoy doing together. It is a family affair for sure.

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ANGEL A FISHER PRESIDENT & CEO, JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA

01 My favorite lunch place is Osteria Tulia on Fifth Avenue followed by a stroll through Waterside Shops and of course some shopping. The best place to watch the sunset is from Baleen’s at La Playa or at Gumbo Limbo. 02 My mother has been the biggest influence in my life. She has shown me the importance of putting family first. She taught me to believe in my dreams and anything is possible. She has always been there for me and so many people - to lend a helping hand or just to listen. She showed me how to see the beauty in all things, not to take myself too seriously, and to enjoy life and make it a better place. 03 Be bold! Believe in yourself! You can do It! Be fiercely brave and determined to follow your passions! Remember to give back! 04 Junior Achievement of Southwest Florida is a non-profit supporting training and materials for students in classrooms, after-school, summer and special at-risk youth groups with volunteers, mentors foster work-readiness, entrepreneurship and financial literacy skills.

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S T E P H A N I E PAV L I K PRESIDENT, NAPLES JUNIOR WOMAN’S CLUB

01 Lunch at Dolce and Salato followed by a stroll through the Naples Botanical Gardens, ending with a dinner/ sunset cruise on the Naples Princess or Miss Naples is a sure way to have an amazing day in Naples. 02 The most influential woman would be my maternal grandmother. She had an amazing work ethic that helped her be successful in Slovakia and then ultimately in the US once she settled in New York with her family, my mother included. She was an amazing human too, making sure that no one she met was ever hungry or in need of anything. Passing on the culture of her people to her grandchildren was very important to her. I try to honor her by being the woman she raised me to be- strong, giving, and continue carrying on our Slovakian traditions 03 Be fearless in pursuing your options! Don’t get boxed in by what you perceive is expected in your field or what society dictates. Ask questions, do your research, and learn new skills- you are only limited by you. 04 I have the privilege of being the current president of the Naples Junior Woman’s Club, a nonprofit focused on giving back to the community. We have our own scholarship fund that we raise money for throughout the year for Collier County high school seniors. We also partner with other nonprofit organizations in town such as Grace Place and Children’s Advocacy Collier that need volunteers and material donations. As part of the Greater Federation of Women’s Clubs “Book Hero” initiative, we were able to give our time and new book donations to both of those organizations in 2019! Also, Habitat for Humanity and our own Derby Dash 2020 event at the Naples Beach Hotel.

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D A W N M O N T E C A LV O PRESIDENT AND CEO, GUADALUPE CENTER

02 I am very fortunate to have had many strong and influential women in my life. My mother taught me the importance of being independent, my sister, Philomena, instilled in me the value of making good decisions and one of my first work mentors, Cynthia Morgan, exemplified that a good leader listens. 03 I feel it is important for anyone starting his or her career to always work hard and never take no for an answer. Young women should never be afraid to make decisions – don’t’ leave it to chance when you could make choices to create the life you want. And most importantly, remember always to advocate for yourself. 04 At the Guadalupe Center, we work with the children of Immokalee, helping them see that they have what it takes inside to overcome the profound challenges of living in an impoverished community. And we do it through education. Starting from as young as six weeks old, we help children through their early childhood build the social, emotional and academic foundation to be Kindergarten ready. Then, we are by their side in those early elementary years, building up strong reading skills – so they can read to learn. And when students enter high school, We give them the skills, resources and confidence to become first-generation college graduates.

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ROAD TRIP ARTICLE SUE G. COLLINS | PHOTOGRAPHY SUE G. COLLINS, NICK BREEDLOVE

THE HEALING POWER OF T H E M O U N TA I N S

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TURNING ON TO THE TWO-LANE ROAD THAT North Carolina really knows how to welcome you.

WEAVES THROUGH THE DENSE SUMTER NATIONAL FOREST AT SOUTH CAROLINA’S WESTERN MOST KNOB, I ROLLED DOWN THE WINDOWS AND WAS BLINDSIDED BY THE DEEP GREEN CHARISMA OF THE WOODS. Highway 28 is beautifully canopied and hilly, curvy and a little challenging to drive. I was glad there was nobody in the back seat who would, at that point be complaining. Crossing the state line into North Carolina and into the Nantahala National Forest, the road was dotted with scenic turnouts and I found Silver Run Falls, just four miles shy of Cashiers, my destination. Stepping onto the groomed trail, I could hear the waterfalls and after an easy five minute hike, found the 25-foot cascade and a clear swimming hole. Young families with darting toddlers, happy elderly couples and teens with bluetooth speakers hanging from their belts were out and about exploring. CONTINUED >

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These national forest highways, meandering through Western

There’s plenty to do over a weekend stay if

North Carolina are an easy two-three hour drive, depending on how

you’re not all about fishing, hiking or explor-

often you take a scenic turnout and stop to sniff out a waterfall or

ing. Take a scenic 50-minute drive along

trail. There are 26 falls named on the DiscoverJacksonNC website,

Highway 107 to Sylva and Dillsboro and visit

and who wouldn’t want to discover Cullasaja Falls, Frolictown Falls,

the American Museum of the House Cat, an

Granny Burrell Falls, Juney Whank Falls or Looking Glass Falls? The

entirely quirky collection belonging to feline

names alone conjure up adventure and memories.

philanthropist Dr. Harold Sims of vintage chil-

In Jackson County, the towns of Cashiers, Cherokee, Dillsboro,

dren’s toys, magazines, advertisements, fabric,

and Sylva dot the map, stretching across some 500-square miles

dolls, stuffed animals and just about anything

of hilly wonderland. I met up with the bigger-than-life fishing

you can think of that’s been inspired by and

guide, Austin Neary of Dream Catcher Guides and we hit Lake

featuring a cat. You’ll get your entry ticket at

Glenville in Cashiers hard, pulling in Largemouth and Smallmouth

the counter of the adjoining Old Schoolhouse

Bass from his secret spots, filling his livewell with an impressive

Antique Mall then find Dr. Sims behind a door

catch. He’s a fierce competitor on the bass circuit and works the

at the end of the hall. Ask him for a personal

trolling motor foot pedals on his boat with the focus and skill of a

tour. It’s absolutely worth a stop.

race car driver and surgeon combined. His tips made me quickly

Another unusual attraction in Jackson County

feel like a champ and his entertaining banter was part of the fun.

is their old dump. The Jackson County Green

“Nothing jacks me up more than helping someone catching their

Energy Park (JCGEP) captures methane gas

first bass, their biggest bass or just introduce fishing to the next

from the old town landfill, then uses the gas as

generation. I love being a part of a growing sport,” he says. “Lake

fuel for a series of artisan studios. Blacksmithing

Glenville has an abundance of blueback herring and bream which

and glassblowing artists can use the space

are the main food sources for the predatory fish. Clear water and

and a bright gallery sells their wares. What a

great fishing sum up this mountain gem.”

fantastic concept. Call ahead for a tour or visit

Taking it down a few notches, I stopped in at the lovely ZacharyTolbert House, a quiet house and museum, depicting life there 150

in September for their 13th Annual Youth Arts Festival. Stay the weekend. Or more.

years and now on the National Treasure of Historic Places. The dramatic afternoon light helped complete the scene with “plain style” furniture created by the builder of the home. The collection is considered to be the largest known grouping of this style and the lovingly hand-hewn dinner table almost whispered family stories from the past. House tours continue through October on weekends, thanks to the work of the Cashiers Historical Society. This area, well known for upscale boutiques and the historic High Hampton Resort, has more to offer. In fact, I stayed at the Hampton

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Inn & Suites which was comfortable and convenient, leaving room

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in the budget for dinner at Table 64. Touted as a “wine bar and

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tapas experience,” I found the Sunburst Trout with orange saffron

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