What happened to 2014? I’m sure that many of us are asking that question as New Year’s Eve celebrations approach.
But the calendar doesn’t lie - those celebrations are right around the corner. And of course, Naples knows how to celebrate in style!
Start your celebration New Year’s Eve with a Naples tradition: fireworks at the Naples Pier. The display begins at 7:30, so get there early. After the show, wander over to Third St. South (just two blocks away) to top off the night of celebration. Enjoy food, favors, and festivities!
Of course, January 1 is all about football. Choose your favorite Naples sports bar to catch your team on the big screen. Locals enjoy the Blue Monkey, Bokampers, and Tavern on the Bay. If you’d rather stroll through the Mercato, catch a free concert on the lawn featuring singer/songwriter Kraig Kenning. The show starts at 6 pm on the lawn near Silverspot Cinema.
January 2 the lights are aglow at Night Lights in the Garden, at Naples Botanical Garden. The garden has been transformed into a magical world of holiday lights.
Another Naples New Year Tradition awaits on January 3 and 4, with the New Year’s Art Fair on Fifth Avenue South. The Avenue is closed to traffic during the fair. Enjoy fine arts, wonderful food, and revel in the beauty that is Naples. (And I have to share this story, related by a new resident of Naples shortly after moving into his new home. He and his wife spent the day with new neighbors at the Art Fair, enjoying the beautiful weather as much as anything. As they meandered up Fifth wearing shorts and tee shirts, he was struck by the thought, “What holiday is this?” There is no underestimating the perfection of Naples in the winter months!)
My sincere hope is that all of you look back fondly on 2014 as it draws to a close. I am privileged to work with wonderful clients and to call so many of you friends. May 2015 be a year of health and joy!
