AMAZING ATEMOYA: Exotic and delicious fruit grows in our region

Perhaps you have a favorite exotic fruit, and remember when and where you first tried it. Many of the world’s most interesting and flavorful fruits never find their way into a supermarket. Read More »

A Beautiful Place to Worship: A history of Captiva’s Chapel by the Sea

The barrier islands of Southwest Florida are dynamic and ever changing. One thing that has remained the same on Captiva Island...known far and wide as Chapel by the Sea. Read More »

The Buddy System: A community working together - March/April 2021 Publisher's Letter

This idea of a buddy system—of working together to ensure each other’s safety—is especially appropriate as we all navigate the fast-paced changes of dealing with a pandemic. Read More »

BIRDSONG INSPIRES COMPOSERS THROUGH THE AGES: Possessing essential musical characteristics of pitch and rhythm

While birdsong may not constitute music per se, it possesses the essential musical characteristics of pitch and rhythm that musicians have long adopted or adapted for their own use. Read More »

A Spring Fling with Gin: It’s the perfect time of year for a G&T

Floral, fruity and herbaceous—gin is the ideal spirit for spring. Producers may also add any combination of ingredients...the possibilities are nearly endless. Read More »

BUILD A BETTER BRAIN: Sanjay Gupta gathers the evidence and provides the road map

Gupta lays it out in clear terms and, most importantly, backs up his arguments with scientific evidence. He focuses on the five pillars of brain health: move, discover, relax, nourish and connect. Read More »

UNDER AFRICAN SKIES: Idyllic sojourn on a houseboat up the Chobe River

Chobe River attracts migrating herds and, as a result, tourists. My husband and I land at Kasane International Airport in a single-engine plane for a safari vacation on a houseboat. Read More »

KEEP DOGS SAFE WHEN SWIMMING: Boating also offers lots of stimulation, fresh air and bonding time

Many dogs also love to go boating. However, just like humans, measures need to be undertaken to ensure their safety in bodies of water. Read More »

SWFL Journal (March/April 2021)

A journal from the perspective of Southwest Florida. Read More »

Recipes We Love - See What’s cooking in SWFL (March/April 2021)

Delicious recipes (Tuna Poke, Bee Sting On The Lanai, Grouper Piccata, Frutti Di Mare, and Bronzed Gulf Shrimp...oh my!) from a variety of distinguished restaurants in the SWFL area. Read More »

Beauty column - Beauty Trends (March-April 2021)

Are you a lipstick lover or face-cream fanatic? Then you’re in the right place. Whether you’re a laid-back surfer babe or a total product junkie, you know it’s a beautiful thing to look as good as you feel. Read More »

Sandpipers and Allies: Learn to discern among sandpiper species

Although learning to identify shorebirds is difficult, it can be learned over time with the right approach. Read More »

What’s Hot in Southwest Florida (March/April 2021)

Learn more about the hottest items - wines, accessories, beverages, and more - for sale in Southwest Florida! Read More »

The Science Behind Habits: What it takes to rewire your brain

“When it comes to forming positive habits, it comes down to being very consistent for the first 66 days,” says James Garrett. The actual range of habit formation is between 18 and 254 days. Read More »

You and Me by the Beautiful Sea: The ocean is in trouble, but hope springs eternal

To an islander it comes as no surprise that we live surrounded by water; yet, truth be told, such is the case for every human being on earth. Read More »

Crossword Puzzle for March/April 2021

Try your hand at this issue's crossword puzzle! Read More »