Once Upon a Time: An Approachable Guide to the History of Sanibel

From beginning to end, this book relates the ups and downs of island life. Read More »

Adventure by the Book: Island Libraries Offer a Special Kind of Retreat

Find new books, reread old books, but most of all, enjoy the library—and if you can, find yourself outside with a book in your hand. Read More »

Beautifying Landscapes for 40 Years: R.S. Walsh Now Run by Second Generation

Today, the Fort Myers-based company is a thriving and successful landscape design/build firm run by sons Justin and Jeremy Walsh. Read More »

Sharing the House: Parents and Children Move Back in Together

The number of shared households has continued to rise over the past few years with pandemic pressures and as the cost of living has increased. Read More »

School is Out! Summer Camps are In! Got a Particular Interest? There’s a Camp for That.

Looking for a way to keep the young ones busy this summer? Try a summer camp. Read More »

Special-Needs Pets: There’s a Special Reward for Their Caregivers

Special-needs pets are some of the most adaptable and loving pets you can add to your home. Read More »

Brown Pelican of Florida’s Coasts: The State’s Most Conspicuous and Widely Recognized Bird Species

The easily recognizable eastern brown pelican is an annual resident on both coasts in Florida. Read More »

Peachy! Even in Southwest Florida, You Can Grow a Juicy Peach

Some peach varieties need more chilling than others, and only so-called low-chill peaches can grow in Florida because of the state’s comparatively warm conditions. Read More »

An Eco-friendly Memorial: Eternal Reefs Pays Tribute to Submariners

For the past 25 years, Eternal Reefs Inc. has helped grieving families by combining the cremated remains of their loved ones into eco-friendly artificial “reef balls." Read More »

DIY Craft Cocktails: How to Up Your Home Cocktail Game

When attempting craft cocktails like this at home, you want to keep in mind that it’s the little things that make a big difference. Read More »

Ties That Bind: Trips of a Lifetime with Your Grandchildren

One of the most difficult things for families today is the geographic separation of parents from their children and grandchildren. Read More »

Tropical Skin Care: Using Local Fruits and Flowers for Naturally Beautiful Skin

With more than 400,000 types of flowering plants on the planet, there are certainly many different botanicals that can be incorporated into your skin-care routine. Read More »

What’s Hot in Southwest Florida

Learn about the hottest items - Cloud Slippers, GrownUp Lemonade, Vegan Treats and more - for sale in Southwest Florida! Read More »

Village People and Family Ties: Both Need Careful Cultivation

The goal is to learn how to treat friends like family, and family like friends. Read More »

Peace Amid the Plants: A Contemplative Stroll Through Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens

Close to 200,000 visitors come each year to the Morikami. Yet even when the grounds are busy, there are still places to find some peace and quiet. Read More »

Your Heart Is Where Your Home Is: Family, Friends, and Community

Home is where you feel affection and belonging. It’s the space you share with those you love. Read More »

The Power of Pet Therapy: Four-Legged Friends Make Big Strides in Helping Patients

The unconditional love of a tail-wagging, four-legged companion is unlike any other. In fact, research shows that a loving pet can do far more than keep us company. Read More »

Getting Back to Work: Seniors Reenter the Workforce

These days, more seniors are working into their later years, and some are returning to the workplace after retirement. Read More »

Shelves and Shelves of Fun: Local Libraries Can Keep You Entertained This Summer

Beat the heat and head to your local public library for something entertaining and educational to do this summer. Read More »