Sacre bleu, quelle horreur, and a dash of mon dieu thrown in for good measure – word has it that a champagne shortage could be impending, courtesy of a perfectly imperfect combination of abysmal weather, mildew and something ominous-sounding called "grey rot." All culminating in allegedly the least productive growing season for champagne since the 1950s. [...]
We wholeheartedly subscribe to the philosophy espoused by Nobel Prize-winning author Anatole France that, "Until one has loved an animal, a part of one's soul remains unawakened." As to the more granular debate of which furry creatures make the best companions, most typically reduced to a dialogue of dogs versus cats, we have an opinion, but [...]
There was much tail wagging and happy carrying on at the Third Street South Farmer's Market on September 3 as the Humane Society of Naples presented a mobile adoption event as a part of their ongoing Paws Around Town campaign. Our Humane Society is Southwest Florida's premier no-kill shelter and adoption center, and additionally provides full-service [...]
We talk a great deal about the delightful gardens of Third Street South, because frankly we’re smitten with them. Who doesn’t love a good stroll down a flower-filled avenue? It enhances the ambience, creates a sense of place that can’t be beat, contributes to a "greener" landscape in the technical sense of the word, and of [...]
Our morning coffee is nonnegotiable. No meetings or conference calls before we’ve been adequately caffeinated, dare we say. Coffee as is, hot or iced, in dressed up form as a cappuccino or espresso. Any way you want to give it to us, we’ll take it. Our friends at The Scout Guide share our passion for [...]
The trend of wine dinners has certainly taken hold on Third Street South, with local favorites including Barbatella, Sea Salt and The Continental pairing up delectable wines with divine dinners, with occasional featured guest speakers poised to opine on what marries a certain sauvignon blanc or cabernet. A recent offering from Sea Salt, for instance, poured [...]
Third Street South's annual event, Pets On Third – A PetFest and Adoption Event, draws attention to the wisdom of spaying and neutering to avoid the sad situation of uncared for animals. We hope that attendees not only have a good time, but are encouraged to view the wonderful animals that enrich the lives of the overwhelming majority of [...]
Third Street was dressed in her more eye catching colors for The Third in Bloom benefit for The Naples Botanical Gardens Friday, Saturday and Sunday March 20th, 21st & 22nd. Jim Bixler, the Third Street Horticulturist gave his informative and popular talks, and, as Spring formally arrived, everyone – especially the plants – welcomed it. Please [...]
