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Looking for Beach Bliss and Boutique Bounty in Naples? Ask the Concierge

IN FOCUS – Florida Feature Story by Lucy Beebe Tobias Susan Becker is a Street Concierge in Naples, Florida. Say what? Naples may be the only place in the country to have Street Concierges, located at the Third Street Concierge, … Continue reading

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Ah, Spring – Bring On the Native Butterflies

They flap. They glide. They flutter. What can it be? Butterflies. Their beauty makes us gasp. Here is another gasp – full immersion native butterfly gardening turns your yard into a butterfly world. Admission is free every day. Planting certain … Continue reading

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What are you doing Saturday Morning?

What are you doing Saturday morning? Here’s an idea – let’s go to the Fernandina Farmers Market, held every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. I like those hours. You don’t have to get up early to get the … Continue reading

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Getting Started With a Rain Barrel

The rain came down in buckets. Lightening crashed nearby. Thunder boomed. My dogs and cats suddenly decided they ALL needed to be on the bed with me. We huddled together. Outside the house my three rain barrels – two in … Continue reading

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Five Fun Things to Do in April

Ah, spring. Open the windows. Let in fresh air. Inhale. Makes you restless, doesn’t it? Have I got a cure for you – five fun events for April all happening in places from my book “50 Great Walks in Florida.” … Continue reading

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