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JULY 2020 PUBLISHER

Rob Hannon | rob.hannon@lifestylepubs.com EDITOR

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Naples High School Class of 2020 graduated...virtually!

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Dana Rudolph CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

HI, MY NAME IS ABBY HORNE, AND I HAVE HAD THE PLEASURE OF BEING THIS YEAR’S SENIOR CLASS PRESIDENT. Thank you for tuning into the first-ever online graduation. Class of 2020, we are making

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history. We can tell our grandchildren that no one tripped on their gown in front of thousands of friends and family during our ceremony. The only thing we do miss out on is seeing Mr. Lederer’s bow tie of the day in person. There are a lot of people that deserve thanks for allowing us to celebrate virtually. No one foresaw this, yet our administrators and staff have worked religiously around the clock to ensure that all of our hard work was not in vain. And for that, I send a virtual high five. To all of my virtual classmates, we are here to say we virtually did it! While it might not be the way we envisioned, we are getting the diploma and soon get to call ourselves alumni. I want to thank the Class of 2020 for giving me four years of hard-

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ships, laughs, and memories that I will take with me for years to come. This is about

ART DIRECTOR Sara Minor

all of us and finishing the race, together. Some might say it was a sprint, others would

OPERATIONS DIRECTOR Janeane Thompson

say it was a marathon. But at the end of the day, we can all say we ran it hand in hand.

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While the first lap might have involved a sprint to the mall, we will always have the fond

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memories of freestyle Fridays and Coach Eaton’s lectures. Students, we reached the

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finish line. ALL of us have put in the hours and can now say we know what it takes to be a Golden Eagle. As a Golden Eagle, we learned how to represent a name bigger than ourselves. Whether that is in the classroom, on the field, or on the stage. Naples High has allowed us to find our voice and find those forever friends that will be in our wedding party someday. So, to you, Naples High School, thank you. Thank you for molding us into the leaders of tomorrow. To my favorite senior class, there is a whole lot to be thankful for in this season of life, even at a time when it’s easier to focus on the negatives. So, on that note I’ll leave you with this: take these past four years and use

them. Use the opportunities you’ve been given and the lessons you’ve learned. Use it

proudly and use it unashamedly. It was a pleasure being able to serve you yet also learn

from you. Class of 2020, WE DID IT, we wore the blue and gold proudly! Abby Horne 514 W 26TH ST., KANSAS CITY, MO

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FEATURES 18 A Sporty Vacation Sporting clays, offroad driving and cool air in Georgia.

24 Our Sweet Summer Naples’ sweet tooth soothed at Rita’s.

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32 A Tequila Kind of Summer We toasted with the owners of Tacos & Tequila.

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CELEBRATING INDEPENDENCE THROUGH ART In the tradition of celebrating Independence

In 2008, Charity for Change started with two

Day, Quidley & Company will host a month-long

in-school programs in Collier County. Since then,

exhibition of All American Art. The show will be

the organization has served more than 62,000

curated by Owner, Christopher Quidley and Fine

children in Florida and several other states in after-

Artist, CR. The exhibition will feature the dynamic

school, summer school, in-school and pre-school

patriotic works from the Quidley & Company ros-

settings. Pre- and post-tests of children participat-

ter of artists. Among these artists are Jojo Anavim,

ing in the Charity for Change Afterschool Program

Kevin Champeny, Steven Manolis and T.S. Harris.

at Guadalupe Center in Immokalee for the 2018-

CR will feature his own mixed media assemblages

2019 school year showed an increase in character

based on his passion for rescuing the American

trait knowledge of 40%.

Flags. In addition to works of Quidley artists and

Founded in 2008, Charity for Change brings

those of CR, the exhibition will also play host to

children together to see past their differences and

great American paintings from private collections.

work together for others in need to prevent bullying,

On loan will be paintings by Fitz Hugh Lane, that

violence and hate. Through character education

hung in The White House, as well as other museum

and charitable activities, the organization serves

pieces representing two centuries of All American

children through its afterschool, summer school,

talent and a lifetime of collecting. Please join us as

preschool, and in-school programs. Since 2008,

we celebrate America Art & Patriotism from three

the program as impacted 62,000 children, instilling

centuries, July 2-31. Quidley & Company, 375 Board

19 character traits and raising $138,000 for 100 area

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charities. CharityForChange.org

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SAFETY N E V E R TA K E S A H O L I D AY IS IT SAFE TO GO BACK INTO THE POOL? To the beach? And, how can we keep our kiddos safe?

+ Learn to Swim To stay safer in the water, all family members should learn to swim

Our friends at the NCH Safe & Healthy Children’s Coalition recog-

well. Teach children never swim alone, an adult must watch them

nize that multiple layers of protection are necessary to prevent drown-

in the pool/canal/lake. Young children and inexperienced swimmers

ing. They stress that NO single device or solution can prevent pediat-

need to wear a Coast Guard-approved life jacket.

ric drownings. Parents, caregivers, aquatic facility owners, managers

NEVER leave a child alone around water. Remember, no one

and operators should use “layers of protection” to provide a system of

is drown proof, no matter how well they swim. The American

increased security to prevent unauthorized access to bodies of water,

Association of Pediatrics says children can safely take swim lessons

especially important for children. This means that multiple strategies

as early as age 1.

or devices are used constantly and simultaneously. + Know How to Respond HERE IS SUMMER ADVICE FROM NCH. + Supervise

Get training in basic water rescue skills, first aid, and CPR. Have rescue equipment and a phone by the pool.

Never take your eyes off children in and around water. There is no substitute for active supervision! Actively supervise children in and

It’s silent, happens quickly and is 100% preventable: Florida has

around open bodies of water, giving them your undivided attention.

the highest overall unintentional drowning death rate for 1-4-year-

When there are several adults present and children are swimming,

olds, three times the national average. Enough children drown each

use the Water Watcher card strategy, which designates an adult as

year in Florida to fill three to four preschool classrooms and it CAN

the Water Watcher for a certain amount of time (such as 15-minute

happen to you or a loved one. Drowning does not discriminate.

periods) to prevent lapses in supervision. If your child is missing, check nearby pools and other water areas first. + Use Barriers Fences, self-closing/self-latching gates and secured doors with alarms can prevent young children from wandering into the pool/

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THE IMPERFECTS BY AMY MEYERSON Facing personal struggles and resentments all around, The Miller family reluctantly gathers after the death of their matriarch, Helen. When they uncover a truly priceless inheri-

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tance—the Florentine Diamond, a 137-carat yellow gemstone

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that went missing from the Austrian Empire a century ago—

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they also discover a past more tragic and powerful than they

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ever could have imagined. Each family member, their connections to each other, and their heritage will be transformed through the publicity of their discovery and investigation into whether they are the rightful heirs.

BARCELONA DAYS BY DANIEL RILEY An engaged couple shares the details of their three romantic “free passes” on the last night of their romantic Barcelona vacation. Ready to return home and begin their

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life together, the couple is stranded indefinitely due to an

Barcelona, Spain

erupting Icelandic volcano grounding all flights in and out of Europe. Over the course of three days, the couple will meet two new friends, also vacationing Americans with problems they’d hoped to leave behind in Barcelona, further testing the boundaries or their relationship.

THE PARIS HOURS BY ALEX GEORGE Marcel Proust’s maid has a secret: when she was asked to burn her employer’s notebooks, she saved one for herself… and now it’s made its way into Ernest Hemingway’s hands.

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In 1927, Paris teems with artists, writers, and musicians, but

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ROAD TRIP

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GEORGIA IS HOME TO A UNIQUE CLAY SHOOTING COURSE AT LAKE OCONEE.

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DRIVING THROUGH THE ROLLING 100-ACRES

The newest addition to the menu is the Land Rover

OF ANCIENT PECAN ORCHARDS, PONDS AND

Discovery driving course that carves a path through

THICKETS AT SANDY CREEK SPORTING GROUNDS

the rolling terrain and forested thickets that define

TOWARD THE SANDY CREEK BARN, I FELT THE

the Georgia countryside.

PULL OF OUTDOOR ADVENTURE.

Upon arrival at the Sporting Grounds, an experienced

We awoke in the lap of luxury at the National Club

guide seats you in a seven-seater Land Rover Discovery

Cottages, Reynolds Lake Oconee, 75 miles east of

and explains the instruments. Although the same vehi-

Atlanta and minutes from Greene County Regional

cle is sold commercially, even Jones was blown away at

Airport in Greensboro, and had an early breakfast at

its dexterity. “The four-wheel-drive system—along with

Eighty8 Kitchen before meeting up with Justin Jones,

the overall design of the course—creates an experience

the architect and general manager at Sandy Creek.

where you’ll feel challenged, but always safe and in con-

Jones welcomed us with a wide smile and a British lilt

trol of the vehicle.” The guide is always in the passenger

that immediately put us at ease. We were in good hands.

seat, but you’re behind the wheel.

“We have designed a traditional, yet innovative, sporting ground, similar to one you would find in

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Britain, that offers a superior day of sport for any

If your idea of an adrenaline rush is teeing off the back

outdoor enthusiast. The course is for everyone from

tees, staring down a narrow par four fairway rimmed by

novice to expert levels, for men, women, and children,”

glistening Lake Oconee, towering Georgia oaks and a

says Jones who brings decades of experience in shoot-

bevy of bunkers, you can chose from five championship

ing competition, instruction, management and course

courses at The Ritz-Carlton Lake Oconee. Stay in a

design to the Georgia sporting clay club.

room, suite or cottage and dine at one of the five restau-

Each of 20 thoughtfully positioned stations accommo-

rants or have chef prepare a meal and wine tasting just

dates up to five shooters who watch a short instructional

for you on your balcony or around a chiminea as the sun

video and receive safety equipment, including hearing

goes down at the end of your adventurous day.

and eye protection and vests. My husband is a gun snob and was impressed with the beautiful Beretta shotguns we were fitted with and was thankful for the certified instructor (in our case, Justin himself) who escorted us through course via an off-road, all-terrain buggy. “If a guest isn’t a shooter, no problem. There is an

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“WE HAVE DESIGNED Golfing, fishing and fine food make for an memorable vacation at Reynolds.

A TRADITIONAL, YET INNOVATIVE, SPORTING GROUND, SIMILAR TO ONE YOU WOULD FIND IN BRITAIN, THAT OFFERS A SUPERIOR DAY OF SPORT FOR ANY OUTDOOR ENTHUSIAST.”

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The five stand cabin, on an ancient spring-fed pond surrounded by lowlands at Sandy Creek Sporting Grounds at Reynolds Lake Oconee, Georgia.

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Our Sweet

Summer WHEN JENNIFER AND JASON GIBSON MOVED TO NAPLES FROM A SMALL TOWN IN PENNSYLVANIA 11 YEARS AGO, THEY ONLY DREAMED OF EATING ICE CREAM EVERY DAY AT THE BEACH. Now, they own Ritaâ€™s Italian Ice of Naples in Missions Square off

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Pine Ridge Road and have been the concessionaire at Lowdermilk

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In April, the Gibsons celebrated their 10 year anniversary with Rita’s and moved to a new location last fall to expand and offer drive-through service (especially perfect this summer). This year, they will introduce new flavors and continue to serve up popular Gelati - a layer of signature

The Gibsons are big fans of Naples, too. “We love

soft serve frozen custard with fresh Italian ice made

Naples! Even though it's huge compared to where I

in-store topped with a dollop of frozen custard. “What

grew up It still has that small town feel. In the past

makes Rita’s Italian ice and frozen custard different is

11 years I built more relationships and connections

our products made fresh daily in each location and are

and friends than in my lifetime in PA. I always say I

made with fresh fruits. No preservatives!” says Jason.

will never go North again unless it's for a wedding or

“Our Italian Ice is fat free and cholesterol free. We also

funeral.” We hope, once travel resumes for us all, that

have ‘blue zone‘ options and most of our Italian ices

it’s the former event that takes them north.

are gluten and dairy free.”

Jennifer and Jason have been married 26 years

Jason’s favorite treat is a Gelati with mango and

and have two sons, Jordan (22) and Zachary (21).

vanilla. “Not very original but it is one of America's

Jordan just finished his fourth year in South Eastern

favorites as well. Mango and Cotton Candy Italian

Southern Baptist Seminary in Wake Forest, NC.

ice are the most popular flavors of all.”

Zachary just finished his third year on the president’s

“We do our best in being out in our community contributing visibly, and financially through fundraising, and being a positive influence in the lives of others around us.” This summer, the Gibsons will continue their tradi-

list at FGCU where he’s studying elementary educa-

tion of excellent service, thanks to a team of dedicated

tion. He is engaged to Andrea Bubick, with a wed-

employees. “We have 12 employees that are hand

ding planned for this summer.

picked for their attention to detail and happy outgo-

“We love our community and our schools and espe-

ing personalities! Most of our crew has been with us

cially our customers,” says Jason. “We do our best in

throughout their high school or college years,” he says.

being out in our community contributing visibly, and financially through fundraising, and being a positive influence in the lives of others around us.” From all the Rita’s fans in Naples, we say thank you for keeping it sweet! RITA’S ITALIAN ICE & FROZEN CUSTARD 1575 Pine Ridge Rd Suite 1, Naples, FL 34109

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NL: READING OVER YOUR MENU, MY

evolved into the full-service Tacos & Tequila

NL: TELL US ABOUT THE TIMELINE OF

MOUTH WAS WATERING: 15 DIFFERENT

restaurant it is today. In fact, my brother helped

OPENING YOUR FAMILY OF RESTAU-

PROTEIN TACOS, 4 VEGGIE TACOS AND

me write the first menu for our concept.

RANTS AND WHY YOU PICKED NAPLES

SO MUCH MORE. VERY IMPRESSIVE!

I fell in love with Mexican food very early in

DINERS SHOULD ARRIVE HUNGRY AND

my life, but when traveling through Mexico the

T&T: We are very excited to announce

ADVENTUROUS! WHO HELPS DEVELOP

vibrancy of the culture, lifestyle, and flavors

that the Estero location reopened in May.

YOUR MENU AND WHERE DOES THE

had a profound impact. I wanted to recreate

This completes our reopening process, and

INSPIRATION COME FROM?

AS A HOME FOR YOUR BUSINESS.

that energy when you entered our restaurants

we are eager to serve the entire community

T&T: A passion for great food runs deep

and having a large adventurous menu with

again and to bring our valued team mem-

in my family! My great grandmother owned a

lots of big flavors and opportunities to explore

bers back to work! Opening all of our doors

pub, my brother is an experienced chef, and

and discover adds to the fun! I really view

has been incredibly emotional, and the sup-

my sister runs a high-end catering company.

tortillas a sort of “blank canvas” allowing us to

port from our Guests has been overwhelm-

Together with my husband, Aldo, we opened

delivery authentic tacos, healthful Yogi tacos

ing, we are so grateful.

Aldos Italian Table & Bar, and in 2013, we

and funky unconventional combinations that

opened my dream a la carte taco bar, which

are a must try when guests dine with us.

Naples has been my home since I was in high school, and my husband Aldo and I have CONTINUED >

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LOCALS ONLY (CONTINUED) raised our family here. I always dreamed of

Real was one of the other original VIP bot-

positive energy. Watching our residents and

owning a Mexican restaurant, and at the

tles, and it is also one of the first extra anejo’s

businesses come together to support our

time when we opened our first Tacos &

released for sale. Another tequila brand we

front-line workers and those in need during

Tequila Cantina on Davis St. in 2013, there

carry, Tanteo invited members of our man-

this current crisis is evidence to this “Naples

were very few Mexican concepts in the area.

agement team down to Cienenga, Jalisco

Strong” dedication and mindset. I am very

I had hoped it would be a success, and the

Mexico to visit the agave fields and distillery.

proud to be a part of this community as both

community really embraced the brand and

We were able to learn firsthand about how

a resident and a business owner.

we were able to grow the business quickly

the agave plants are harvested and made

with a lot of local support!

into the delicious tequila we all love.

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ites and will not deviate from that favorite

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DINERS ARE GENERALLY ADVENTUR-

Margarita followed by Queso and a few

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OUS OR CREATURES OF HABIT?

Traditional Tacos. We also have Guests who

Our diners are very diverse, so I think the answer to your question is both! We have some guests who have their regular favor-

T&T: I knew that a great taco menu

T&T: Naples is such an amazing place to

love to come in and try a different combina-

needed a complement of incredible tequilas.

live with the outdoor lifestyle and beauty we

tion of T & T Specialty Tacos, taste different

I also wanted to make sure this brand always

see every day. What I truly love is the tight

tequilas, and experience an entirely new

stands for variety and exploration. The

knit community we have here, and I could

flavor on each visit. Our local Chefs also

opportunity to taste and explore so many

not imagine a better city to have built our

feature off-menu special tacos that rotate

different tequilas really differentiates our bar

business. The people who live here support

throughout the year to continue to feed

program from other Mexican concepts.

each other and come together to do some

those adventurous cravings!

The VIP tequilas …Let’s dive in. Herradura,

truly incredible things. We have many resi-

Herradura Suprema was the first bottle of

dents who are dedicated to charitable works

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VIP tequila we carried back in 2014. It is an

and to giving back which is near and dear to

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extra anejo tequila that had been aged in a

my heart. The environment is one that feels

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scotch barrel for 49 months. The Don Julio

cohesive and supportive, and I thrive on that

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