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No part this publication may be reproduced without written permission publisher. Opinions expressed contributors not necessarily those Look Past Shortcomings Start returning your best self J ust days before having ingredients sorted Thanksgiving dinner family friends, I was trying decide what should write 2025. If sounds like getting ahead myself, remember publishing we work several months ahead. Anyway, preparing special got thinking about talents gifts. had switched broadcast channel my phone, kept hearing were membership discount offers from fitness clubs. Youre guaranteed lose weight, they claimed. Sounds great, right Lose start fresh light Well, looked 19-pound turkey side dishes mind make, asked myself how many pounds scale would show gained after holiday season. Suddenly, club commercials didnt sound so bad. But then thought else feasting represented spending time listening everyones wonderful stories, thankful blessings successes past year. That, along renewed appreciation shape, eased worries adding extra pounds. We have shortcomings. Overindulging can certainly one. Another, though, failing see beyond Sometimes, simply way too hard ourselves. forget as imperfect are, still been blessed gifts valuable both ourselves others. unsure where true lie, just think enjoyed doing most childhood. When grow up, often out truly makes us happy. Thats shame. Ive why gave liked do when young. happens, true. laughter play active full energy Even young adults, dreams life school--jobs, college, careers, family, success. goals, but happened. Maybe neglected talents. So, begin year, want encourage seek return self--the one who laughed, played, imagined, dreamed, loved, hung Instead creating you, promise, maybe rebirth old you--the accidently left behind. rediscover inner child--who waiting let loose again. Let issue favorite magazine inspire get good Heres looking forward great rediscovery Group Publisher, Media PHOTO COURTESY OF MEDIA, INC. BY DR. RANDALL NIEHOFF resolution Year 50 million years biggest problems calories little information. problem has much --Penn Jillette magician, actor, musician, inventor, author, TV personality JON ANDERS WIKEN thousands cultures East West marked beginning calendar making resolutions. It an opportunity reevaluate ones fresh, improve quality living activating hope gaining sense control. At 2024 survey Americans data business platform Statista revealed common respondents save more money 59 percent next two goals exercise eat healthier 47 percent--which sides same coin improving fitness. As begins it seems clear seeking better physical health remain top us, while opportunities available cold gray north especially indoors, Gulf Coast benefit warm sunshine go outdoors sports. comes physical, filled intentions inhabit body never gets mental order move. embody subject Mark Twains eloquently worded insult Why sit there envelope any address Of course, behave couch potato least four answers his question. First, physicists call inertia. Put simply, law states object rest tends stay rest. Yet willpower, suspect choose put because hurt move b working sweat commits follow through tedious tasks washing bodies cleaning clothes. Perhaps need resolve accept adage pain, no gain. second response psychological smart enough realize effort, energy, take increase flexibility, muscle tone, lung capacity, heart rate aka shape. ancient wisdom Strive progress, perfection. third rejoinder involves befuddled dear Twain. He experienced rise high-tech devices addictive algorithms lead increased screen less activity. Neurological studies human brain functions confirm cause effects popularly known TikTok depression Silicon Valley zombification simulator sickness. Scientists frame process dopamine loop 1 stimulus fascinating distraction experience pleasure release 3 desire reinforces search habit formed become addicted. addicts rely these stimuli, receive, eventually anhedonia--the complete absence enjoyment supposedly pursued pleasure. practice graceful advice Forgive younger self. Believe current Create future Finally, growing contingent sports fans falling victim scholars referring culture read Dopamine Nation Finding Balance Age Indulgence, Anna Lembke, MD psychiatrist, State Culture 2024, Ted Gioia venture capital consultant historian. Clearly, progression three slow traditional fast modern dopamine. example, area communication folks moved handwritten letters voicemailmemos short texts. athletics gone playing sport watching builds nest. cannot build homes, walk throw run merely watch games instead them. pray, results assured. Plato taught learn person hour than conversation. play--and mind. Ran Niehoff recreate since 1991. gambling sport. now philosopher Will Durant, recipient Pulitzer Prize 1968 Presidential Medal Freedom 1977 Health lies action, graces youth. To busy secret grace, half content.... Utopia, said Thoreau, each own home song come man, bird 11 ANN MARIE OPHELAN Area fishing piers provide easy access vid anglers dont boat, reel big watercraft. You catch freshwater fish species pier shore boat--bass, crappie, bluegill, redear, catfish, says Michelle Kerr, communications manager Fish Wildlife Conservation Commission. match bait targeting, such cricketsworms panfish, minnows chicken livercommercial stink adds Kerr. number throughout area. locations vary between freshwater, brackish, salt water, notes Timothy Engstrom, Lee Countys public information specialist. Matlacha Park Community Center damaged 2022 Hurricane Ian restored. park also boat ramp kayak launch. PHOTOS ALL PAGES LEEGOV.COM Galt Preserve St. James City popular pier. Local include City, Hickey Creek Mitigation Alva, Manatee Orange River Myers, Center. closed recent hurricane damage, including Beach Matanzas Bridge Fishing Beach, North Shore Myers. incredible view surrounding backdrop. brackish. preserve 2.5 miles hiking trails boardwalks. variety plant animal bald eagles, egrets, snakes, tortoises, lizards. Find publicly accessible piers, jetties, fishing-specific bridges, fingers statewide Finder myfwc.comresearchgisregionalprojectspier-finder. requires license saltwater saltwater. There exemptions youth under age, resident seniors aged 65 older proof age residency, residents certified totally permanently disabled, others listed myfwc.comlicenserecreational do-i-need-one. obtain Purchase online GoOutdoorsFlorida.com. agent tax collectors office. toll-free 888-FISH-FLORIDA 888-347-4356 888-HUNT-FLORIDA 888-486-8356. Download FishHunt App Apple Android devices. myfwc.comlicenserecreationalhow-to-order. 14 consists 862 acres pine flatwoods, marshes, cypress swamps. picnic looped totaling five miles. scrub jays gopher tortoises. Its located winding tributary Caloosahatchee River, here Parks River. serves non-captive, warm-water refuge manatee during winter gulf temperature falls below 68 degrees. butterfly garden, trails, launch, encompasses nine Pass approaching Pine Island. addition brand-new pier, basketball court, childrens playground, pavilions rent. required bridges spanning inlets rivers Caloosahatchee, Peace, ample spots. inshore, nearshore, fishing, Florida, Captain Justin Stuller, Outfitters, which extensive selection canoes kayaks purchase rental, tackle shop selling bait. pack gear heading fish, sure license, sunscreen, sun hat, plenty cooler snacks drinks, comfortable chair. OPhelan regular contributor Media. 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Fleamasters, 1986, whopping 400,000 square feet 900 stores items. market open year-round Friday, Saturday, Sunday 9 am 5 pm. 1997, 600 indoor vendors Both air mainly protective roof, hot rain enjoyable experience. Plus, admission parking free. everyone market, Jessica Jeffers, vice president marketing United Markets, owns operates nationwide, offer collectors, toys kids, food drinks all, music weekends Top Unique artwork Right Homemade salsa One offerings Burger Blast BOTH UNITED FLEA MARKETS IF YOU GO 11902 Road SE, Springs 239-948-7799 flamingoisland.com 4135 Martin Luther King Jr. 239-334-7001 fleamastersfleamarket.com Asian eats Zen Deli sets apart, however, ability barter negotiate. talent, events specials music. Check event upcoming weekend musical events. Bargain shoppers find practically anything everything--shoes boots, sunglasses, self-care items, plants flowers, jewelry, produce, homemade baked goods pickled fare, everyday Collectors unique vintage rare coins, gas station signs, 75-year-old tin cans, repurposed antiques lamp shades fixtures, one-of-a-kind T-shirts funny sayings, collectible cookie jars, memorabilia, records, Jeffers. deals beat, corner, These measures cut spending, pocket. Senior Discount Fridays other youre deal, hidden treasure, time--or all--head first-rate fabulous finds whole family. outside sells potted yard Market. Spotlight Fashion Market, gem elegant womens fashion. stylish, upscale clothing casually flair Shellys Casual. boutique style, operator Shelly Cahill, opened her store 2009. Casual isnt store--its radiates warmth, vibe. boutiques attention detail feel retail shop. years, Cahill sold fostered friendships clients, whom season browse carefully curated selection. believes trip matter for, else, new, atmosphere lively, diverse array vendors, she says. Many visitors day, turning their visit full-day experience, shop, company friends. variety, spontaneity, destination again treasures create lasting memories. Another advantage location, draws around world. This location given connect myriad cultural backgrounds, enhancing customers alike, blue aisle spaces 10-18 court choices sustain energy. 19 Cold-weather sports, Florida-style Everblades minor-league professional team based Hertz Arena. loyal fan base festive atmosphere. HERTZ ARENA ce skating choice athletic endeavor, whether hockey figure skating. More States participated alone. benefits, chance strength endurance, balance. provides socialize--on ice. Although warm-weather swimming, tennis, boating, places skate game. Arena mens team. plays 72-game regular-season schedule October April, chances Not only exciting game, game nights. Promo nights events, Circus January 3, Star Wars 18, Affiliation 31, celebrating teams partnership Louis Blues NHL Besides that, Swampee, beloved alligator mascot, he interacts crowds. official ice girls dance team--the Everbabes--participate promotions intermission games, cheering on. Fans check Breakaway Pub arena upper level, pub Sam Shapiro, PR, media, manager. menu includes appetizers, burgers, chicken, baskets, pizza. Skate rentals pro on-site. concession stand pizza chocolate. Parking rink closes games. Please recreational partners Eels Junior Hockey Club, Warriors travel program, Palms Figure Skating Haas. Skatium roller hockey, soccer, volleyball, basketball. Friends, solo skaters Rental skates rinks laser-light shows. Learn-toskate classes, adult worries. figure-skate range size child adult. colder keep frozen, wear high socks long-sleeved shirts, pants, jackets, gloves. Protective padding, knee pads, elbow helmets, considered. Harlem Globetrotters 9, rock band Styx 10, comedian Jay Leno February 6. fees apply skater Anthony Abernathy readies session. players Skatium, ice-skating arena, gymnasium, center roof. beginner skater, program enjoy, Heidi Haas, And, coming session, programs, found Indeed, programs ages. 2250 Broadway, They learn-to-play aspiring players, 239-321-7510 cityftmyers.comskatium USA Academy lessons. added Aspire 11000 Parkway, further knowledge advanced program. 239-948-7825 hertzarena.com grown-ups, drop-in sessions, lessons, CITY FORT MYERS 21 BETH LUBERECKI California Closets homeowners lives C original plan called pantrys wall, Clarke opted install rift white oak floating shelves, attractive focal point storage installing cabinetry wasnt option. shelves perfect icing cake, Clarke. ARE CALIFORNIA CLOSETS SOUTHWEST FLORIDA alifornia helping Charlotte Marco organize beautify homes 1988. While closets course specialty, clients functionality kitchens, baths, garages, offices. say nonrenewable resource, Heather Woods-Elya, sales Florida. So organizing gives time, theyre able step day weve lighted closet certain way. Every project works custom created designer client. People office garage, really important make investment sound, Woods-Elya. away saying happy project, felt heard, more. do, ready--especially opening 40,000-squarefoot manufacturing headquarters facility Alico Trade January, fourth showroom anticipated County lot plans footprint within community, recently talked Candice Clarke, design noteworthy projects showcase kind clients. Read Clarkes insight challenges tackled solutions combine style function. Client Kristin Purcell, cofounder Estero-based homeware, candle, Henro Company, wanted pantry complement existing kitchen design. Choosing cabinet drawer fronts hardware color beginning. hide frequently used machine Purcells pantry, included appliance garage pocket doors slide open. workable space large sitting there, client helped turn former guest bedroom glamorous clothing, shoes, accessories displayed stylish early riser condo could beverage disturbing partner. vibe luxe relaxed cup coffee 23 calls stopper Buckingham. husband additional areas occasion clothing. designed friends try things, installed system, bar, maker wine cooler, creates setup, display, cohesiveness impact. clothes coordinate, liking did, wardrobe literally coordinates closet. By showroom, different options finishes materials. metals--black, gold, graphite-- various cabinetry. probably wouldnt happened done sense. right, doesnt work. 24 purses, handbags, footwear eye-catching She loves luxury display purses first Lighting whats options. planning assess bags sizes handles ensure h r i amount item. vital inventory first. Heels ballet slippers, case, mix heels flats closet, went fixed shelving shoes. situations, adjustable fit. Nokomis, freelance writer whos frequent Learn bethluberecki.com. 239-694-8100 locations.californiaclosets.comflsouthwest-florida Three showrooms 6891 Daniels Pkwy., 135, 7729 Collier 503, Naples 2367 Vanderbilt Rd., 810, 25 Burrowing owl Annual Owl Festival celebrates citys cutest winged annual Corals birds. Bottom festival crafts activities JASON BOECKMANCOURTESY LEE COUNTY VISITOR CONVENTION BUREAU CAPE CORAL FRIENDS WILDLIFE ape 100 secondlargest city land state tiniest inhabitants draw far wide. largest population burrowing Athene cunicularia floridana state. diminutive creatures, weighing ounces standing inches tall, drawn developed late 1950s. wide-open sandy soil resulted development 50s 60s leave nice environment owls, theyve flourished here, Janet Windisch, corresponding secretary Friends CCFW. Now 5,000 owls Coral, digging burrows using dug tortoises animals. them spots Coral-Lee Public Library Pelican Baseball Complex, front yards. driving walking down street, Windisch. nature photographer Oliver captured images cute critters. Some completely charmed critters, photo subjects city. Theyre cute, lived years. owls. Im Harbour View Gallery pictures cards. surprising hosts celebrate 23rd Environmental Expo takes place 22, 2025, Rotary started educate coincides nesting season, starting chicks pop burrows. festivals grown then. together wildlife Coral. SUSAN OLIVER 27 feature crafts, exhibits discussions conservation organizations, arts tours Tom Allen Memorial Butterfly House park. place, festivalgoers join bus tour travels neighborhoods commonly spotted. Theres photography hosted birding experts advance registration silent auction plus another raise CCFW efforts sister organization Trust. Those developed. already over eight continuing can. race against time. designated threatened ordinance protecting birds, permitting procedures must followed building protect empty lots developed, losing homes. BURROWING OWLS DOS DONTS Visit burrowing-owl etiquette tips birds respectful illegal harass Keep distance yourself disrupt daily activities. runs July 10. PVC pipes observers respect space. might nearby perches. Male observed guard emerging old. recommends last photographers use long lens close tell nervous, Oliver. Most picture, usually My bother all. mascot featured auction. Left 28 thing starter burrow yard, instructions going, ways identified long-term viability live. interested Mother Nature, provided raffles. corporate career stressful, Nature do. communities dog outside. Lots weather, outdoors, nature, brings joy happiness community. ecotourism wildlife. believe share Earth us. coexist 5505 Rose Garden 239-549-4606 ccfriendsofwildlife.org programsburrowing-owl-festival 29 reading well-known authors downtown alling bookworms 26th Reading March Regional District, definitely going it. lineup across genres. Best-selling author storyteller Christmas Debbie Macomber returns youll likely Jenny Colgan titles Hotel Summer Skies, Viola Shipman whose books Secret Snow Wish Winter, Sarah MacLean historical romance series. thrillers liking, Reed Farrel Coleman best-selling 31 novels, Robert B. Parkers Jesse Stone series Alison Gaylin writes twisty tales Sunny Neuroscientist Lisa Genova novel Still Alice adapted film starring Julianne Moore lineup. illustrator Molly Idle stage discussing Caldecott Honor-winning Flora Rex Megan McDonald talk Judy Moody Stink book NAACP Image Award-nominated Elise Bryant YA romcom Lynn Painter festival. everybody, Melissa Baker, programming outreach System coordinator. phenomenal lineup, excited spoke Baker attendees expect event. keeps strong library system present biased positive cost enjoy. smiles happy, feel-good success built relationships publicists companies experiences reputation publishers, talent end teen attends free home. READING FESTIVAL. Childrens Kamilla Benko, Zachariah OHora, Sara Holland sign element MB owning own. Weve libraries collection gotten know important, Planting seeds literacy cascading lives. look Well craft tent stories stage. meeting illustrator, signed, behind stories. thats connections meet author. sticks foundation literacy. attendees--what tend York authors, bigger sale airport. kinds presenting support somewhere. signed Writers Association. tap creativity active. neuroplasticity prevent cognitive decline. Readings healthy brain. sell population, patrons. holders moving tremendously finding discovering offer. super high-quality coast amazing does Were grateful sponsors. term. sponsors donors fund received grant Humanities, layer funding Books-A-Million bookseller. purchased festival, percentage buy book, supporting Suncoast Credit Union supports teen. volunteers village. somewhere workers volunteering, that. leelibrary.net volunteer Festival, readfest.org. app info fingertips. read, 13 branches leegov.comlibrarybranches 10560 Reynolds Street, 239-533-4860 921 39th Terrace, 239-533-4500 Captiva 11560 Chapin Lane, 239-533-4890 Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon 3095 Blount 239-533-4150 881 Gunnery N., Lehigh Acres 239-533-4200 2450 First 239-533-4600 Johann Fust 1040 W. 10th Boca Grande 941-964-2488 there. almost volunteering system. 32 Lakes 15290 Bass 239-533-4000 2001 Tamiami Trail, 239-533-4320 Northwest 519 Chiquita Blvd. 239-533-4700 10701 Russell Bokeelia 239-533-4350 Riverdale 2421 Buckingham 239-533-4370 South temporary site 18251 Oaks 239-533-4400 bookstore library, booksellers recommend Flutterbuy Books 840 4th St., Unit 7, 239-789-6619 flutterbuybooksandmore.com Lost World 1815 Fowler 458-209-1512 lostwb.com MacIntosh Paper 1620 Periwinkle Way, 239-472-1447 macintoshbooks.com Blinking sustained damage Helene. pop-up reopening plans, rebuilding efforts, blinkingowlbooks.com. 33 Are lipstick lover face-cream fanatic Then place. give lowdown fragrances, luxurious lotions, must-have makeup, everything between. 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Clifford Buck Sr., businessman entrepreneur, wife, Gertrude, 1938. became centerpiece entertainers Duke Ellington, Ella Fitzgerald, Armstrong, Count Basie, B.B. King, Dizzy Gillespie, Otis Redding. Hylton-Terry heard velvet rope separated races second-floor hall segregation. Shes told playing, dropped cared, integration Though names came upstairs attention, ground floor commercial establishments residents, shoe store, barbershop, grocery couple name ardent supporters sponsored Little League football teams, organizations spot, Hylton-Terry. hoped bringing goal. fallen disrepair 2008, redevelopment hasnt easy. 38 attempts multiple developers commitment. thinks CRAs partners, Alexander Goshen Cornerstone Strategic Partners, line. Their mixed-use Thirty8 Collective homage small grocer residential Flats. closer ever, headway... meantime, once again, itll thing. extension Friday month District. District Alliance, produces Art month, hopes regulars whole. Partners History Society, FGCUs Bower School Arts, Collective, Collaboratory, Pitts Live. trucks, merchants, Orchestra, Robertson Quintet. Future dates 21, May 16, August 15, held Month, hoping musician through, HyltonTerry. out. Floridabased Halls mid-20thcentury heyday, attracting jazz blues greats Armstrong. 2701 fortmyerscra.comprojectsmccollum-hall-restoration 39 representation Mexican folk Puerto Vallar K ATHY ANDERSON Connecting Vallarta, Huichol yarn beaded incorporating symbolic motifs Tierra Huichol. 41 Lancaster Wood Prints Santa Barbara, digital landscapes scenes printed fir wood. fter retiring 2020, pottery paintings Anderson took years-long handed generation boating generation. transitioning launched, visited ports longtime Arizona motor yacht docked Diego. countries. discovered pink sand On dry land, jewelry Gombey dolls Bermuda, blown-glass sculpture Vancouver, passions Anderson, stints seascapes Galveston, sail fashion Saks Fifth Avenue Key West, Andersons shoppingin Vallarta. combines developers. travel, shopping, 1996, founded tourism merchandise destination, focused authentic experiences. developing studios centers, retailers, restaurants popu- artists craftspeople work, Anderson. lar States. blow pottery, shes combining latest ven- piece rather ture blog T-shirt. portofcallshopper.travel. 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