Naples Press Club is happy to add a popular Fifth Avenue South eatery to its roster of Member Restaurants Discount list: Altin’s Café and Grill. Altin’s Café and Grill is a family-owned and operated restaurant with relaxing outdoor seating and…
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Your Board in Action
by Carole Greene, President •
When investigative reporters hear of something shocking, they want to dig in and learn more. Often, after that, they want to tell others so their reporting can make a difference. This happened when one of our NPC board members heard…
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FGCU Journalism Students Tell NPC Members About “Modern Multimedia Journalism”
by Connie Kindsvater •
At the April 25th luncheon meeting at the Hilton-Naples, NPC members heard from a panel of four FGCU Journalism students and their professors about Journalism classes, 2013-style. The panel included three Journalism majors, all juniors: Andrew Friedgen (Opinion Editor-FGCU’s Eagle…
Author Notes, Scoop
Author Notes
by Denise Rochford •
Kathy Bertone, now a full-time Naples resident and author of the book, “The Art of the Visit: Being the Perfect Host: Becoming the Perfect Guest,” has been appointed to the Board of Directors of the Naples Woman’s (not a typo) Club and serves…
Luncheons, Scoop, Upcoming Events
May 23 Luncheon – Mimi Chapin Gregory to speak about recent trip to Afghanistan
by Carole Greene, President •
Mimi Gregory, a past president and current program chair of the Naples Council on World Affairs, was recently privileged to be part of a leadership delegation to Kabul, Afghanistan, at the invitation of our Ambassador, Ryan C. Crocker. Gregory was…
Inside Scoop, Scoop
Inside Scoop
by Denise Rochford •
I just finished reading a book called “The Elements of Journalism: What Newspeople Should Know and the Public Should Expect,” by Bill Kovach and Tom Rosenstiel. This book is a ”must read” refresher course about journalism today and what should be expected of a journalist. Bill…
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Thoughts about the Infamous Roger Ebert
by Hélène Gaillet de Neergaard •
Roger Ebert, global ambassador of film reviews and criticism, has died–a great loss for all cinema lovers. His influence on film appreciation permeated our lives for many years. His ability to extend his judgment, positive or negative, with flexibility and…
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Inside Scoop
by Denise Rochford •
Lots of member activity in recent months: Olga Hirschorn has found a home for her mini collection, “The Mouse House.” The Patty & Jay Baker Naples Museum of Art announced that the small but powerful grouping will become part of…
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Suzi Weinert’s Book can be Heard Everywhere
by Suzi Weinert •
Like to download books to your iPad? Ever wonder how those books get there? Many authors find the idea of creating an audio book appealing, but how to make it happen? Here’s my adventure: First, I found, auditioned and hired a professional narrator.…
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Your Board in Action
by Carole Greene, President •
Your Board of Governors pays attention! In our member survey that accompanied your recent dues notice, we asked for your input. Many of you gave some thought to various issues and let us know your feelings. You want more programs…