Go Shots

Full gallery »Father/Son look-alike contest at Miromar Outlets

  • Chris Urbanski of Cape Coral and his son Christopher, 4, relax together as they scope out the competition during the Father's Day, Father/Son Look-Alike Contest held at Miromar Outlets in Estero, Saturday June 15.  John M. Wissocki / Banner Correspondent.
  • James & James Brooks were a crowd favorite during the Father's Day, Father/Son Look-Alike Contest held at Miromar Outlets in Estero, Saturday June 15.  John M. Wissocki / Banner Correspondent.
  • Frank and Tres (Frank III) Cornelison, 6, patientyl await their turn to wow the judges during the Father's Day, Father/Son Look-Alike Contest held at Miromar Outlets in Estero, Saturday June 15, 2013.   John M. Wissocki / Banner Correspondent.
  • Emil, 5, and Rene Haag seem to be alike in every way as they quench their thirst during the Father's Day, Father/Son Look-Alike Contest held at Miromar Outlets in Estero, Saturday June 15, 2013.   John M. Wissocki / Banner Correspondent.
  • Father look-alikes still had time to be children as they play in the fish pond during the Father's Day, Father/Son Look-Alike Contest held at Miromar Outlets in Estero, Saturday June 15, 2013.   John M. Wissocki / Banner Correspondent.
  • Tim and Colby Rodgers had the crowd applauding during the Father's Day, Father/Son Look-Alike Contest held at Miromar Outlets in Estero, Saturday June 15, 2013.   John M. Wissocki / Banner Correspondent.


Full gallery »2013 Southwest Florida Choice Awards

  • There were more than 250 recipients of the 2013 Southwest Florida Readers' Choice Awards at Artis—Naples Thursday, June 13, 2013.
(Kharli Rose/Special to the Daily News)
  • There were more than 250 recipients of the 2013 Southwest Florida Readers' Choice Awards at Artis—Naples Thursday, June 13, 2013.
(Kharli Rose/Special to the Daily News)
  • Neapolitan Carpet Cleaning was recognized as a champion during the 2013 Southwest Florida Readers' Choice Awards at Artis-Naples Thursday, June 13, 2013.
(Kharli Rose/Special to the Daily News)
  • The Naples Jazz Orchestra was recognized as a champion in musical entertainment during the 2013 Southwest Florida Readers' Choice Awards at Artis-Naples Thursday, June 13, 2013.
(Kharli Rose/Special to the Daily News)
  • Conditioned Air Corporation was recognized as a star for HVAC company during the 2013 Southwest Florida Readers' Choice Awards at Artis-Naples Thursday, June 13, 2013.
(Kharli Rose/Special to the Daily News)
  • Annemarie Giannini of John R. Wood Realtors was recognized as a star realtor during the Southwest Florida Readers' Choice Awards at Artis-Naples Thursday, June 13, 2013.
(Kharli Rose/Special to the Daily News)


Full gallery »SWFL Hispanic Chamber of Commerce's 2013 Annual Gala

  • 21ra Gala Anual de la Camara de Comercio Hispana y entrega de becas a estudiantes hispanos, Harborside Event Center, Fort Myers,l 8 de junio de 2013
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Scenes from the Southwest Florida Hispanic Chamber of Commerce's 2013 Annual Gala and Scholarships Presentation at the Harborside Event Center in Fort Myers on June 8, 2013
  • 21ra Gala Anual de la Camara de Comercio Hispana y entrega de becas a estudiantes hispanos, Harborside Event Center, Fort Myers,l 8 de junio de 2013
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Scenes from the Southwest Florida Hispanic Chamber of Commerce's 2013 Annual Gala and Scholarships Presentation at the Harborside Event Center in Fort Myers on June 8, 2013
  • Jackie Figueroa y Jim McLaughlin. 21ra Gala Anual de la Camara de Comercio Hispana y entrega de becas a estudiantes hispanos, Harborside Event Center, Fort Myers,l 8 de junio de 2013
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Jackie Figueroa and Jim McLaughlin at the Southwest Florida Hispanic Chamber of Commerce's 2013 Annual Gala and Scholarships Presentation at the Harborside Event Center in Fort Myers on June 8, 2013
  • 21ra Gala Anual de la Camara de Comercio Hispana y entrega de becas a estudiantes hispanos, Harborside Event Center, Fort Myers,l 8 de junio de 2013
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Scenes from the Southwest Florida Hispanic Chamber of Commerce's 2013 Annual Gala and Scholarships Presentation at the Harborside Event Center in Fort Myers on June 8, 2013
  • 21ra Gala Anual de la Camara de Comercio Hispana y entrega de becas a estudiantes hispanos, Harborside Event Center, Fort Myers,l 8 de junio de 2013
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Scenes from the Southwest Florida Hispanic Chamber of Commerce's 2013 Annual Gala and Scholarships Presentation at the Harborside Event Center in Fort Myers on June 8, 2013
  • Cecil L. Pendergrass, Comisionado de Lee County del Distrito 2 y Veronica Culbertson, presidenta de la Cámara. 21ra Gala Anual de la Cámara de Comercio Hispana y entrega de becas a estudiantes hispanos, Harborside Event Center, Fort Myers,l 8 de junio de 2013
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Lee County District 2 Commissioner Cecil L. Pendergrass and Veronica Culbertson, president of the Southwest Florida Hispanic Chamber of Commerce,  at the 2013 Annual Gala and Scholarships Presentation at the Harborside Event Center in Fort Myers on June 8, 2013.

Scenes from the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce's 2013 Annual Gala and Scholarships Presentation at the Harborside Event Center in Fort Myers on June 8, 2013


Full gallery »'El Factor X' auditions at Miromar Outlets

  • MundoFox realiza audiciones para que el talento local de SWFL participe en el programa nacional El Factor X, el 8 de junio de 2013 en Miromar Oulets, Estero.
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Scenes from MundoFox's 'El Factor X' auditions at Miromar Outlets in Estero on June 8, 2013. The show, a Spanish-language version of Fox's “The X Factor” was looking for talented vocal soloists and groups ages 8 to 15.
  • MundoFox realiza audiciones para que el talento local de SWFL participe en el programa nacional El Factor X, el 8 de junio de 2013 en Miromar Oulets, Estero.
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Scenes from MundoFox's 'El Factor X' auditions at Miromar Outlets in Estero on June 8, 2013. The show, a Spanish-language version of Fox's “The X Factor” was looking for talented vocal soloists and groups ages 8 to 15.
  • MundoFox realiza audiciones para que el talento local de SWFL participe en el programa nacional El Factor X, el 8 de junio de 2013 en Miromar Oulets, Estero.
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Scenes from MundoFox's 'El Factor X' auditions at Miromar Outlets in Estero on June 8, 2013. The show, a Spanish-language version of Fox's “The X Factor” was looking for talented vocal soloists and groups ages 8 to 15.
  • MundoFox realiza audiciones para que el talento local de SWFL participe en el programa nacional El Factor X, el 8 de junio de 2013 en Miromar Oulets, Estero.
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Scenes from MundoFox's 'El Factor X' auditions at Miromar Outlets in Estero on June 8, 2013. The show, a Spanish-language version of Fox's “The X Factor” was looking for talented vocal soloists and groups ages 8 to 15.
  • MundoFox realiza audiciones para que el talento local de SWFL participe en el programa nacional El Factor X, el 8 de junio de 2013 en Miromar Oulets, Estero.
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Scenes from MundoFox's 'El Factor X' auditions at Miromar Outlets in Estero on June 8, 2013. The show, a Spanish-language version of Fox's “The X Factor” was looking for talented vocal soloists and groups ages 8 to 15.
  • MundoFox realiza audiciones para que el talento local de SWFL participe en el programa nacional El Factor X, el 8 de junio de 2013 en Miromar Oulets, Estero.
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Scenes from MundoFox's 'El Factor X' auditions at Miromar Outlets in Estero on June 8, 2013. The show, a Spanish-language version of Fox's “The X Factor” was looking for talented vocal soloists and groups ages 8 to 15.

MundoFox held auditions for vocal soloists and groups ages 8 to 15 to be on "El Factor X," a Spanish-language version of “The X Factor,” at Miromar Outlets in Estero on June 8, 2013. On the show, which premiers on MundoFox this summer, viewers help choose the next young Latino superstar or breakout music group.


Full gallery »GoShots: Marco Chamber's Glory of the Grape

  • One wine and four waters for Bob Pfeffer.
  • Sommelier Ellie Sexton pours a glass of Pinot Blanc. Islanders gathered Sunday evening at CJ's on the Bay for 'Glory of the Grape,' a wine tasting and fundraiser for the Marco Island Area Chamber of Commerce. Lance Shearer/Eagle Correspondent
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A.J. DeHanas, from left, Julie Sanabria, Gwen Gideon and Amy Ashby share a drink and a laugh. Islanders gathered Sunday evening at CJ’s on the Bay for “Glory of the Grape,” a wine tasting and fundraiser for the Marco Island Area Chamber of Commerce.
  • “The good juice” - Nick Catudal of CJ’s pours a Ponzi pinot noir.
  • Jessica Rigor of Premier Beverages pours for Lee Willer-Spector. Islanders gathered Sunday evening at CJ’s on the Bay for “Glory of the Grape,” a wine tasting and fundraiser for the Marco Island Area Chamber of Commerce. Lance Shearer/Eagle Correspondent
  • Lance Shearer/Eagle Correspondent (3)
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Islanders gathered Sunday evening at CJ’s on the Bay for “Glory of the Grape,” a wine tasting and fundraiser for the Marco Island Area Chamber
of Commerce.
Batya Sabag and Mark Schwartz of table sponsor Storm Force sample the wines from their table.
Jessica Rigor of Premier Beverages pours for Lee Willer-Spector.

Marco Island Area Chamber of Commerce’s 11th annual “Glory of the Grape” wine tasting, was held Sunday, June 9, 2013 at CJ’s on the Bay. Twelve wines, all from Oregon or neighboring Washington state, were featured, with more than half having “pinot” at the front of their names, along with three “proprietor’s bonus selections.”


Full gallery »Arm Wrestling At Pelican Larry's

  • Scott McIntyre/Staff
Alec Beauchamp, of Naples, pulls with vigor to try and beat his opponent during an arm wrestling tournament at Pelican Larry's Pine Ridge on Saturday June 1, 2013. The tournament drew competitors to arm wrestle their way to the prize of a spot in the World Bar Arm Wrestling Championships in Las Vegas on Aug. 24th.
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Marvin Cohen, in the background, watches the technique of competitors during an arm wrestling tournament at Pelican Larry's Pine Ridge on Saturday June 1, 2013.The tournament drew competitors to arm wrestle their way to the prize of a spot in the World Bar Arm Wrestling Championships in Las Vegas on Aug. 24th. Cohen is a part of the group, Joe Hand Productions, that is putting the tournament. Cohen has been in the arm wrestling world for nearly 30 years. He was also a technical supervisor in the 1987 movie, 'Over The Top,' starring Sylvestor Stallone as a competitor in an arm wrestling tournament.
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Ryan Reiff, right, cheers on his friend Darren Dallman after Dallman beat his opponent which put him in the next round of the arm wrestling at Pelican Larry's Pine Ridge on Saturday June 1, 2013. The tournament drew competitors to arm wrestle their way to the prize of a spot in the World Bar Arm Wrestling Championships in Las Vegas on Aug. 24th.
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Kurt Carter, center, focuses on his hands as Marvin Cohen, right,  positions Carter and his opponent Mike Petscher before they face off in an arm wrestling tournament at Pelican Larry's Pine Ridge on Saturday June 1, 2013. The tournament drew competitors to arm wrestle their way to the prize of a spot in the World Bar Arm Wrestling Championships in Las Vegas on Aug. 24th. Carter went on to win the tournament.
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Darren Dallman, right, gives Pete Farhedian a hug after Dallman defeated Farhedian in an arm wrestling tournament at Pelican Larry's Pine Ridge on Saturday June 1, 2013. The tournament drew competitors to arm wrestle their way to the prize of a spot in the World Bar Arm Wrestling Championships in Las Vegas on Aug. 24th.
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Mike Petscher, of Naples, pulls with vigor to try and beat his opponent during an arm wrestling tournament at Pelican Larry's Pine Ridge on Saturday June 1, 2013. The tournament drew competitors to arm wrestle their way to the prize of a spot in the World Bar Arm Wrestling Championships in Las Vegas on Aug. 24th.

Scenes from arm wrestling tournament at Pelican Larry's Pine Ridge on Saturday June 1, 2013. The tournament drew competitors to arm wrestle their way to the prize of a spot in the World Bar Arm Wrestling Championships in Las Vegas on Aug. 24th.


Full gallery »GoShots: Talk Derby To Me

  • Upon a Star co-founder Michelle Jordan sports an extravagant hat. The Upon a Star Foundation held their seventh 'Talk Derby to Me' fundraiser Saturday at the Marco Island Brewery, partnering for the first time with the Marco Island Academy. Lance Shearer/Eagle Correspondent
  • Dale Danek's hat is mauve chiffon with purple ribbons. The Upon a Star Foundation held their seventh 'Talk Derby to Me' fundraiser Saturday at the Marco Island Brewery, partnering for the first time with the Marco Island Academy. Lance Shearer/Eagle Correspondent
  • As George Domenech shows, it's not just the ladies wearing hats for the Kentucky Derby. The Upon a Star Foundation held their seventh 'Talk Derby to Me' fundraiser Saturday at the Marco Island Brewery, partnering for the first time with the Marco Island Academy. Lance Shearer/Eagle Correspondent
  • Foundation co-founder Howard Jordan tends to business in the packed restaurant.  The Upon a Star Foundation held their seventh 'Talk Derby to Me' fundraiser Saturday at the Marco Island Brewery, partnering for the first time with the Marco Island Academy. Lance Shearer/Eagle Correspondent
  • Frank LaCava, from right, with Lynette, Jamie, John and Lucy LaCava get a moment's break after the race. The Upon a Star Foundation held their seventh 'Talk Derby to Me' fundraiser Saturday at the Marco Island Brewery, partnering for the first time with the Marco Island Academy. Lance Shearer/Eagle Correspondent
  • Angie Tobiason, left, and Laura Frazer show off their shared winnings. The Upon a Star Foundation held their seventh 'Talk Derby to Me' fundraiser Saturday at the Marco Island Brewery, partnering for the first time with the Marco Island Academy. Lance Shearer/Eagle Correspondent

The Marco Island Brewery was packed Saturday afternoon for “Talk Derby to Me,” with enough extravagant hats to make it difficult to see around the restaurant, let alone move around freely. The occasion was the annual fundraiser for Marco’s Upon A Star Foundation, their seventh year holding the Kentucky Derby-themed party. This year, “Talk Derby” featured a new wrinkle, with two causes for the price of one. Proceeds from the afternoon were split between Upon A Star and the Marco Island Academy, the island’s new charter high school. Adding the school’s backers and fund-raising prowess to the established local Upon A Star, which helps local children and families in need, generated a daily double of giving, making all involved winners, regardless of what happened up at that horse race. With 260 attending, the event raised over $40,000 for the two local groups.


Full gallery »MIAAOR After 5

  • May 2, 2013 Board of Realtors After 5: Don Williams of Always There Home Services, right along with Marv Needles, ERA Flagship Realty, center & Deborah Needles, Island Title Star Agency.   The Cinco de Mayo themed networking event took place at Margarita's on Marco.  Photo by Gordon Campbell/Special to the Marco Eagle-Daily News.
  • May 2, 2013 Board of Realtors After 5: Island Title's Carol Matteson & Jenny Bohaychyk.  The Cinco de Mayo themed networking event took place at Margarita's on Marco.  Photo by Gordon Campbell/Special to the Marco Eagle-Daily News.
  • May 2, 2013 Board of Realtors After 5: Peter Huy of the Kramer law firm & Susan Ackerson of Anchor Real Estate talk shop.  The Cinco de Mayo themed networking event took place at Margarita's on Marco.  Photo by Gordon Campbell/Special to the Marco Eagle-Daily News.
  • May 2, 2013 Board of Realtors After 5: Wendy Atkinson of Fifth Third enjoys the evening with husband  Jim of Prudential Realty.  The Cinco de Mayo themed networking event took place at Margarita's on Marco.  Photo by Gordon Campbell/Special to the Marco Eagle-Daily News.
  • May 2, 2013 Board of Realtors After 5: Jerry Knight of Divco drew Helen Donaghy's card and presented her prize.  She's with Engel & Voelker Real Estate.  The Cinco de Mayo themed networking event took place at Margarita's on Marco.  Photo by Gordon Campbell/Special to the Marco Eagle-Daily News.
  • May 2, 2013 Board of Realtors After 5: Mary Quiton of the Naples Daily News, left and Kandy Sweeney, Communications Director Marco Island Associated Realtors.  The Cinco de Mayo themed networking event took place at Margarita's on Marco.  Photo by Gordon Campbell/Special to the Marco Eagle-Daily News.

A Cinco de Mayo-themed networking event held at Margarita's on Marco Island on Thursday brought area realtors, related business owners and generous sponsors together for an After 5 get together.


Full gallery »GoShots: CHBP Mother's Day Fashion Show

  • Modelos voluntarias exhiben modas y accesorios de Coyote Beautiful y las niñas  de Lu Lu Belle durante el 5to CHBP Mother's Day Fashion Show a beneficio del programa de liderazdo para jovenes hispanos de Collier. Hotel Hilton,  Naples, 27 de abril 2013. Foto cortesia John M. Wissocki / J&J Photography
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Scenes from the Council of Hispanic Business Professionals' Fifth Annual Mother's Day Fashion Show on April 27, 2013 at the Hilton in Naples. Proceeds from the event benefited scholarships for Latino young adults to attend Youth Leadership Collier.
  • Paula DiGrigoli, directora ejecutiva de Safe & Healthy Children's Coalition de Collier, y su hija Isabella exhiben modas y accesorios de Coyote Beautiful y Lu Lu Belle durante el 5to CHBP Mother's Day Fashion Show a beneficio del programa de liderazdo para jovenes hispanos de Collier. Hotel Hilton, Naples, 27 de abril 2013. Foto cortesia John M. Wissocki / J&J Photography
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Paula DiGrigoli, executive director of Safe & Healthy Children's Coalition of Collier, and her daughter, Isabella, exhibit fashions by Coyote Beautiful and Lu Lu Belle during the Council of Hispanic Business Professionals' Fifth Annual Mother's Day Fashion Show on April 27, 2013 at the Hilton in Naples. Proceeds from the event benefited scholarships for Latino young adults to attend Youth Leadership Collier.
  • 5to CHBP Mother's Day Fashion Show a beneficio del programa de liderazdo para jovenes hispanos de Collier. Hotel Hilton,  Naples, 27 de abril 2013. Foto cortesia John M. Wissocki / J&J Photography
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Scenes from the Council of Hispanic Business Professionals' Fifth Annual Mother's Day Fashion Show on April 27, 2013 at the Hilton in Naples. Proceeds from the event benefited scholarships for Latino young adults to attend Youth Leadership Collier.
  • 5to CHBP Mother's Day Fashion Show a beneficio del programa de liderazdo para jovenes hispanos de Collier. Hotel Hilton,  Naples, 27 de abril 2013. Foto cortesia John M. Wissocki / J&J Photography
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Scenes from the Council of Hispanic Business Professionals' Fifth Annual Mother's Day Fashion Show on April 27, 2013 at the Hilton in Naples. Proceeds from the event benefited scholarships for Latino young adults to attend Youth Leadership Collier.
  • 5to CHBP Mother's Day Fashion Show a beneficio del programa de liderazdo para jovenes hispanos de Collier. Hotel Hilton,  Naples, 27 de abril 2013. Foto cortesia John M. Wissocki / J&J Photography
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Scenes from the Council of Hispanic Business Professionals' Fifth Annual Mother's Day Fashion Show on April 27, 2013 at the Hilton in Naples. Proceeds from the event benefited scholarships for Latino young adults to attend Youth Leadership Collier.
  • Modelos voluntarias exhiben modas y accesorios de Coyote Beautiful y las niñas  de Lu Lu Bellede durante el 5to CHBP Mother's Day Fashion Show a beneficio del programa de liderazdo para jovenes hispanos de Collier. Hotel Hilton,  Naples, 27 de abril 2013. Foto cortesia John M. Wissocki / J&J Photography
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Models show off fashions from Coyote Beautiful and Lu Lu Belle at the Council of Hispanic Business Professionals' Fifth Annual Mother's Day Fashion Show on April 27, 2013 at the Hilton in Naples. Proceeds from the event benefited scholarships for Latino young adults to attend Youth Leadership Collier.

The Council of Hispanic Business Professionals (CHBP) held its fifth annual Mother's Day Fashion Show Lunch on April 27, 2013 at the Hilton in Naples


Full gallery »YMCA Sneaker Ball

  • April 27, 2013 YMCA Sneaker Ball: Vickie & Lyle enjoy a dance.  She had a big hand in organizing things.  The big fundraiser 'ball' was a casual affair with a sneaker theme.  Proceeds benefitted the YMCA.  Photo by Gordon Campbell/Special to the Daily News.
  • April 27, 2013 YMCA Sneaker Ball: Laurie Rogers, right & Lisa Wilson have a good time.  The big fundraiser 'ball' was a casual affair with a sneaker theme.  Proceeds benefitted the YMCA.  Photo by Gordon Campbell/Special to the Daily News.
  • April 27, 2013 YMCA Sneaker Ball: The big fundraiser 'ball' was a casual affair with a sneaker theme.  Proceeds benefit the YMCA.  Photo by Gordon Campbell/Special to the Daily News.
  • April 27, 2013 YMCA Sneaker Ball: George Orr & his Rod Stewart tribute band had the crowd dancing.  The big fundraiser 'ball' was a casual affair with a sneaker theme.  Proceeds benefitted the YMCA.  Photo by Gordon Campbell/Special to the Daily News.
  • April 27, 2013 YMCA Sneaker Ball: Smokin' Joe entertained the crowd with his acoustic set. The big fundraiser 'ball' was a casual affair with a sneaker theme.  Proceeds benefit the YMCA.  Photo by Gordon Campbell/Special to the Daily News.
  • April 27, 2013 YMCA Sneaker Ball: The big fundraiser 'ball' was a casual affair with a sneaker theme.  Gary & Joyce Tice present a $10,000 check on behalf of First National Bank.  Proceeds benefit the YMCA.  Photo by Gordon Campbell/Special to the Daily News.

The 2013 Sneaker Ball was held Friday at the YMCA of the Palms in North Naples.


Full gallery »GoShots: The Buckinghams and The Grass Roots in concert

  • The Buckinghams perform Sunday, April 21, 2013 during the Balloons Over Paradise Festival at Seminole Casino Immokalee. The rainy weather wasn't enough to deter concertgoers.
  • A couple dances during the Buckinghams' concert Sunday, April 21, 2013 during the Balloons Over Paradise Festival at Seminole Casino Immokalee. The rainy weather wasn't enough to deter fans of the bands.
  • Nick Fortuna of The Buckinghams performs Sunday, April 21, 2013 during the Balloons Over Paradise Festival at Seminole Casino Immokalee. The rainy weather wasn't enough to deter concertgoers.
  • Carl Giammarese of The Buckinghams performs Sunday, April 21, 2013 during the Balloons Over Paradise Festival at Seminole Casino Immokalee. The rainy weather wasn't enough to deter concertgoers.
  • The Buckinghams performed Sunday, April 21, 2013 during the Balloons Over Paradise Festival at Seminole Casino Immokalee. The rainy weather wasn't enough to deter concertgoers.
  • The Buckinghams performed Sunday, April 21, 2013 during the Balloons Over Paradise Festival at Seminole Casino Immokalee. The rainy weather wasn't enough to deter fans of the bands.

The Buckinghams and The Grass Roots performed Sunday April 21, 2013 during the Balloons Over Paradise Festival at Seminole Casino Immokalee.


Full gallery »Boots & Boogie fundraiser

  • Jane Billings, left, Friends of Foster Children executive director, and  Lesa Pederson wait at the Corral of Dreams, where patrons could fund specific needs for children.
  • Barry Nicholls and Debron Fowles were ready for the dance floor at the Boots & Boogie Bash fundraiser of Friends of Foster Children April 13.
  • Ed Zelenski
If it’s the battle of big hats or boots, Susan Watts, left, and Boots & Boogie chairwoman Nannette Staropoli have tied as winners.
  • Brian and Sonya Sawyer came in their best western look to the Boots & Boogie bash.
  • Ed Zelenski (5)
Krista Fogelsong, of NBC-2, and Brian Roland, chef and owner of Crave Culinaire, were the cowgirl and buckaroo emcees. Fogelsong grew up in the West and even had her own boots already.
  • Ed Zelenski
Sunflower nosegays and tables draped in palomino and bandanna fabrics awaited partygoers and the band.

The sixth annual “Boots & Boogie,” was held April 13, 2013 at teh Waldorf-Astoria in Naples. The event raised $135,000 for Friends of Foster Children of Southwest Florida.


Full gallery »Remax Awards Banquet

  • April 17, 2013 Remax Annual Awards Banquet: Remax agent Rick Hanscom celebrates under warm light with Mercedes Baez at the annual Remax awards banquet where lifelong & top producers are honored.  Photo by Gordon Campbell/Special to the Daily News.
  • April 17, 2013 Remax Annual Awards Banquet: To conclude the awards ceremony, Larry Causo (Lifetime Achievement award winner) and his team pose along with Rocky Farhat, Debra Meredith Peters Broker/Owner, Vince Colace, Alicia Cushner & other team members at the annual Remax awards banquet where lifelong & top producers are honored.  Photo by Gordon Campbell/Special to the Daily News.
  • Chris Sullivan, left, received the Hall of Fame, Lifetime Achievement and Florida top producer award at the annual Remax awards banquet. She's with Remax Broker & Owner Debra Meredith Peters Gordon Campbell/Eagle Correspondent
  • April 17, 2013 Remax Annual Awards Banquet: Mike Boland and Mike O'Rourke sales agents for Remax Affinity Plus at the annual Remax awards banquet where lifelong & top producers are honored.  Photo by Gordon Campbell/Special to the Daily News.
  • April 17, 2013 Remax Annual Awards Banquet: Kay Hayes, Remax Affinity Plus of Marco Island acts as General Manager. She's seen here at the annual Remax awards banquet where lifelong & top producers are honored.  Photo by Gordon Campbell/Special to the Daily News.
  • Local Marco Island Remax agents were amongst the top in the sate and honored at the annual Remax awards banquet Wednesday the the MArco Island Marriott.  Gordon Campbell/Eagle Correspodnent

The Remax Affinity Plus group held their annual awards ceremony on Wednesday.


Full gallery »GoShots: Florida Fashion Week's Glamour and Glow

  • Alfombra roja del 5to día de Florida Fashion Week Naples 2013 - Glamour in Glow. El espectáculo traído por productores del sur de California,  muestra la moda desde una perspectiva diferente, diseños que brillan en la oscuridad  y el arte de la pintura corporal fosforescente. Viernes 5 de abril en el centro comercial Gallery Shoppes at Vanderbilt, Naples. Ramon Maza / Vista Semanal / NDN
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Scenes from the red carpet at Florida Fashion Week's Glamor and Glow on April 5, 2013 at the Shoppes at Vanderbilt in North Naples. The evening included a black light fashion show that featured designs that glow in the dark and the art of body painting.
  • Alfombra roja del 5to día de Florida Fashion Week Naples 2013 - Glamour in Glow. El espectáculo traído por productores del sur de California,  muestra la moda desde una perspectiva diferente, diseños que brillan en la oscuridad  y el arte de la pintura corporal fosforescente. Viernes 5 de abril en el centro comercial Gallery Shoppes at Vanderbilt, Naples. Ramon Maza / Vista Semanal / NDN
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Scenes from the red carpet at Florida Fashion Week's Glamor and Glow on April 5, 2013 at the Shoppes at Vanderbilt in North Naples. The evening included a black light fashion show that featured designs that glow in the dark and the art of body painting.
  • Alfombra roja del 5to día de Florida Fashion Week Naples 2013 - Glamour in Glow. El espectáculo traído por productores del sur de California, muestra la moda desde una perspectiva diferente, diseños que brillan en la oscuridad y el arte de la pintura corporal fosforescente. Viernes 5 de abril en el centro comercial Gallery Shoppes at Vanderbilt, Naples. Ramon Maza / Vista Semanal / NDN
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Scenes from the red carpet at Florida Fashion Week's Glamor and Glow on April 5, 2013 at the Shoppes at Vanderbilt in North Naples. The evening included a black light fashion show that featured designs that glow in the dark and the art of body painting.
  • Ana Flausino en la alfombra roja del 5to día de Florida Fashion Week Naples 2013 - Glamour in Glow. El espectáculo traído por productores del sur de California,  muestra la moda desde una perspectiva diferente, diseños que brillan en la oscuridad  y el arte de la pintura corporal fosforescente. Viernes 5 de abril en el centro comercial Gallery Shoppes at Vanderbilt, Naples. Ramon Maza / Vista Semanal / NDN
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Ana Flausino on the red carpet at Florida Fashion Week's Glamor and Glow on April 5, 2013 at the Shoppes at Vanderbilt in North Naples. The evening included a black light fashion show that featured designs that glow in the dark and the art of body painting.
  • Alfombra roja del 5to día de Florida Fashion Week Naples 2013 - Glamour in Glow. El espectáculo traído por productores del sur de California, muestra la moda desde una perspectiva diferente, diseños que brillan en la oscuridad y el arte de la pintura corporal fosforescente. Viernes 5 de abril en el centro comercial Gallery Shoppes at Vanderbilt, Naples. Ramon Maza / Vista Semanal / NDN
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Scenes from the red carpet at Florida Fashion Week's Glamor and Glow on April 5, 2013 at the Shoppes at Vanderbilt in North Naples. The evening included a black light fashion show that featured designs that glow in the dark and the art of body painting.
  • Dave Soko, del comité organizador de Florida Fashion Week Naples 2013 - Glamour in Glow. El espectáculo traído por productores del sur de California,  muestra la moda desde una perspectiva diferente, diseños que brillan en la oscuridad  y el arte de la pintura corporal fosforescente. Viernes 5 de abril en el centro comercial Gallery Shoppes at Vanderbilt, Naples. Ramon Maza / Vista Semanal / NDN
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Dave Soko on the red carpet at Florida Fashion Week's Glamor and Glow on April 5, 2013 at the Shoppes at Vanderbilt in North Naples. The evening included a black light fashion show that featured designs that glow in the dark and the art of body painting.

See who hit the red carpet during Florida Fashion Week's Glamour and Glow on April 5, 2013 at the Shoppes at Vanderbilt in North Naples


Full gallery »Nest Fest, 2013

  • The Marco Eagle Sanctuary Foundation held their third annual Nest Fest Saturday evening at the Island Country Club. Lance Shearer/Eagle Correspondent
  • Linda Turner is one of the foundation's major organizers. The Marco Eagle Sanctuary Foundation held their third annual Nest Fest Saturday evening at the Island Country Club. Lance Shearer/Eagle Correspondent
  • Barbara Dameron wears multi-colored plumes. The Marco Eagle Sanctuary Foundation held their third annual Nest Fest Saturday evening at the Island Country Club. Lance Shearer/Eagle Correspondent
  • Feathers (faux, of course) are the fashion statement of choice for Marcia and Alex Orsolini. The Marco Eagle Sanctuary Foundation held their third annual Nest Fest Saturday evening at the Island Country Club. Lance Shearer/Eagle Correspondent
  • Judy Sacher and Linda Turner flock together. The Marco Eagle Sanctuary Foundation held their third annual Nest Fest Saturday evening at the Island Country Club. Lance Shearer/Eagle Correspondent
  • Judy Sacher, chair of the 50-50 raffle, displays her fine feathers. The Marco Eagle Sanctuary Foundation held their third annual Nest Fest Saturday evening at the Island Country Club. Lance Shearer/Eagle Correspondent

This was the third annual Nest Fest for the Marco Eagle Sanctuary Foundation. The organization continues to grow, foundation president Carl Way told the group in his remarks, which blurred the distinction between a social gala and a board meeting. Moving forward, the goal is to build on their success, and expand outside of Marco Island, he said, seeking additional support both in Collier County and at the state level. The Eagle Foundation is working with national and even international groups as well, including the American Bald Eagle Foundation, based in Pigeon Forge, Tenessee where the pigeons presumably provide a good food source for any local eagles and Hancock Wildlife in British Columbia and the state of Washington.


Full gallery »Florida Fashion Week Runway Shows and After Party

  • Scene from the Florida Fashion Week Runway Shows & After Party, Saturday April 6, 2013. The most anticipated runway event of the week was held at Shoppes at Vanderbilt in Naples.  Dozens of beautiful models flowed down the runway flaunting some of the most magnificent masterpieces ever seen. Following the show, VIP's held an exquisite After Party at Bond Restaurant, Lounge and Nightclub.   John M. Wissocki / Daily News Correspondent.
  • Kim Martin y Rickey Lamitie disfrutan del Florida Fashion Week Runway Shows & After Party, sábado 6 de abril de 2013. El evento más esperado de la semana de la moda se celebró en Shoppes at Vanderbilt en Naples. Unas 60 hermosas modelos pasaron por la pasarela haciendo alarde de algunas de las obras maestras más impresionantes jamás vistas. Después del espectáculo, un exquisito After Party VIP tuvo lugra en Bond Restaurante, Lounge and Nightclub. John M. Wissocki / Corresponsal del Daily News.

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Kim Martin and Rickey Lamitie enjoy the evening during the Florida Fashion Week Runway Shows & After Party, Saturday April 6, 2013. The most anticipated runway event of the week was held at Shoppes at Vanderbilt in Naples.  Dozens of beautiful models flowed down the runway flaunting some of the most magnificent masterpieces ever seen. Following the show, VIP's held an exquisite After Party at Bond Restaurant, Lounge and Nightclub.   John M. Wissocki / Daily News Correspondent
  • Shemane Nugent muestra su estilo de zapatos en Florida Fashion Week Runway Shows & After Party, sábado 6 de abril de 2013. El evento más esperado de la semana de la moda se celebró en Shoppes at Vanderbilt en Naples. Unas 60 hermosas modelos desfilaron por la pasarela haciendo alarde de algunas de las obras maestras más impresionantes jamás vistas. Después del espectáculo, un exquisito After Party VIP tuvo lugar en Bond Restaurante, Lounge and Nightclub. John M. Wissocki / Corresponsal del Daily News.

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Shemane Nugent showed off her style during the Florida Fashion Week Runway Shows & After Party, Saturday April 6, 2013. The most anticipated runway event of the week was held at Shoppes at Vanderbilt in Naples.  Dozens of beautiful models flowed down the runway flaunting some of the most magnificent masterpieces ever seen. Following the show, VIP's held an exquisite After Party at Bond Restaurant, Lounge and Nightclub. John M. Wissocki / Daily News Correspondent
  • Escenas de Florida Fashion Week Runway Shows & After Party, sábado 6 de abril de 2013. El evento más esperado de la semana de la moda se celebró en Shoppes at Vanderbilt en Naples. Unas 60 hermosas modelos desfilaron por la pasarela haciendo alarde de algunas de las obras maestras más impresionantes jamás vistas. Después del espectáculo, un exquisito After Party VIP tuvo lugar en Bond Restaurante, Lounge and Nightclub. John M. Wissocki / Corresponsal del Daily News.

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Scene from the Florida Fashion Week Runway Shows & After Party, Saturday April 6, 2013. The most anticipated runway event of the week was held at Shoppes at Vanderbilt in Naples.  Dozens of beautiful models flowed down the runway flaunting some of the most magnificent masterpieces ever seen. Following the show, VIP's held an exquisite After Party at Bond Restaurant, Lounge and Nightclub.   John M. Wissocki / Daily News Correspondent.
  • Tracy Wenkman, iz, y Shemane Nugent en Florida Fashion Week Runway Shows & After Party, sábado 6 de abril de 2013. El evento más esperado de la semana de la moda se celebró en Shoppes at Vanderbilt en Naples. Unas 60 hermosas modelos desfilaron por la pasarela haciendo alarde de algunas de las obras maestras más impresionantes jamás vistas. Después del espectáculo, un exquisito After Party VIP tuvo lugar en Bond Restaurante, Lounge and Nightclub. John M. Wissocki / Corresponsal del Daily News.

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Tracy Wenkman, left, and Shemane Nugent during the Florida Fashion Week Runway Shows & After Party, Saturday April 6, 2013. The most anticipated runway event of the week was held at Shoppes at Vanderbilt in Naples.  Dozens of beautiful models flowed down the runway flaunting some of the most magnificent masterpieces ever seen.. Following the show, VIP's held an exquisite After Party at Bond Restaurant, Lounge and Nightclub.   John M. Wissocki / Daily News Correspondent
  • Astrid Angola, iz, y Maryanka Alsina durante el Florida Fashion Week Runway Shows & After Party, sábado 6 de abril de 2013. El evento más esperado de la semana de la moda se celebró en Shoppes at Vanderbilt en Naples. Unas 60 hermosas modelos desfilaron por la pasarela haciendo alarde de algunas de las obras maestras más impresionantes jamás vistas. Después del espectáculo, un exquisito After Party VIP tuvo lugar en Bond Restaurante, Lounge and Nightclub. John M. Wissocki / Corresponsal del Daily News. ------------- 
Astrid Angola, left, and Maryanka Alsina during the Florida Fashion Week Runway Shows & After Party, Saturday April 6, 2013. The most anticipated runway event of the week was held at Shoppes at Vanderbilt in Naples.  Dozens of beautiful models flowed down the runway flaunting some of the most magnificent masterpieces ever seen.. Following the show, VIP's held an exquisite After Party at Bond Restaurant, Lounge and Nightclub.   John M. Wissocki / Daily News Correspondent


Full gallery »Relay for Life

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Greg and Jackie Chapin complete their first lap during the Relay for Life event at Riverside Park on Saturday, April 6, 2013 in Bonita Springs, Fla. Jackie has been Greg's caretaker as he battles brain cancer. 'Anything can happen, so you have to remember to enjoy the things you have,' Jackie said. Hundreds of people came out to support the cause.
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Ally Rheiner blows bubbles as cancer survivors and their caretakers take the second lap to kick off the Relay for Life event at Riverside Park on Saturday, April 6, 2013 in Bonita Springs, Fla. Hundreds of people came out to support the cause.
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Krysta Sims holds 6 inches of hair donated by a participant at the Relay for Life event at Riverside Park on Saturday, April 6, 2013 in Bonita Springs, Fla. Sims is a hairstylist at Kate's Kuts. The salon donated free hair cuts and was accepting hair donations during the event. Hundreds of people came out to support the cause.
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People walk laps around Riverside Park during a Relay for Life event on Saturday, April 6, 2013 in Bonita Springs, Fla. Hundreds of people came out to support the cause.
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Daniel, Alex, Anneliese and Lucille Vernon, left to right, honor a family member at a Relay for Life event on Saturday, April 6, 2013 in Bonita Springs, Fla. Hundreds of people came out to support the cause.
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Kate Owens, owner of Kate's Kuts, cuts 6 inches of hair donated by a participant at the Relay for Life event at Riverside Park on Saturday, April 6, 2013 in Bonita Springs, Fla. Kate's Kuts donated free hair cuts and was accepting hair donations during the event. Hundreds of people came out to support the cause.


Full gallery »GoShots: Florida Fashion Week's The Fashion of Food

  • Kristen Weardon y Esteban Valencia en Florida Fashion Week Naples 2013 - El cuarto d'a de la semana reune la moda de los chef locales en un evento especial 'The Fashion of Food' el jueves 4 de abril en Bayfront Naples. Los eventos del FFW viernes, sabado y domingo se trasladan a Galeria Shoppes ubicada en 2355 Vanderbilt Beach Rd.
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Kristen Wearden and Esteban Valencia at Florida Fashion Week's The Fashion of Food on Thursday, April 4, 2013 at Bayfront in Naples. The evening included 'edible art' prepared by local chefs and a wine tasting. Florida Fashion Week continues through April 6.
  • Florida Fashion Week Naples 2013 - El cuarto día de la semana reune la moda de los chef locales en un evento especial 'The Fashion of Food' el jueves 4 de abril en Bayfront Naples. Los eventos del FFW viernes, sábado y domingo se trasladan a Galeria Shoppes ubicada en 2355 Vanderbilt Beach Rd.
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Scenes from Florida Fashion Week's The Fashion of Food on Thursday, April 4, 2013 at Bayfront in Naples. The evening included 'edible art' prepared by local chefs and a wine tasting. Florida Fashion Week continues through April 6.
  • Maestro de ceremonias: Brett Richard, Kristen Weardon y Dave Soko, organizadores primarios; y el diseñador de web: Quintino De Sousa. Florida Fashion Week Naples 2013 - El cuarto día de la semana reúne la moda de los chef locales en un evento especial 'The Fashion of Food' el jueves 4 de abril en Bayfront Naples. Los eventos del FFW viernes, sábado y domingo se trasladan a Galeria Shoppes ubicada en 2355 Vanderbilt Beach Rd.
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Florida Fashion Week organizers and volunteers attend the Fashion of Food on Thursday, April 4, 2013 at Bayfront in Naples. The evening included 'edible art' prepared by local chefs and a wine tasting. Florida Fashion Week continues through April 6.
  • Modelos pintadas con chocolate y dulce en Florida Fashion Week Naples 2013 - El cuarto día de la semana reúne la moda de los chef locales en un evento especial 'The Fashion of Food' el jueves 4 de abril en Bayfront Naples. Los eventos del FFW viernes, sábado y domingo se trasladan a Galeria Shoppes ubicada en 2355 Vanderbilt Beach Rd.
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Models painted with chocolate at Florida Fashion Week's The Fashion of Food on Thursday, April 4, 2013 at Bayfront in Naples. The evening included 'edible art' prepared by local chefs and a wine tasting. Florida Fashion Week continues through April 6.
  • Fiorella Jauregui en Florida Fashion Week Naples 2013 - El cuarto día de la semana reúne la moda de los chef locales en un evento especial 'The Fashion of Food' el jueves 4 de abril en Bayfront Naples. Los eventos del FFW viernes, sabado y domingo se trasladan a Galeria Shoppes ubicada en 2355 Vanderbilt Beach Rd.
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Fiorella Jauregui attends Florida Fashion Week's The Fashion of Food on Thursday, April 4, 2013 at Bayfront in Naples. The evening included 'edible art' prepared by local chefs and a wine tasting. Florida Fashion Week continues through April 6.
  • Fabiola Jauregui del comité organizador y John Mulgrew en Florida Fashion Week Naples 2013 - El cuarto día de la semana reúne la moda de los chef locales en un evento especial 'The Fashion of Food' el jueves 4 de abril en Bayfront Naples. Los eventos del FFW viernes, sabado y domingo se trasladan a Galeria Shoppes ubicada en 2355 Vanderbilt Beach Rd.
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Fabiola Jauregui, left, and John Mulgrew at Florida Fashion Week's The Fashion of Food on Thursday, April 4, 2013 at Bayfront in Naples. The evening included 'edible art' prepared by local chefs and a wine tasting. Florida Fashion Week continues through April 6.

Florida Fashion Week held the Fashion of Food on Thursday, April 4, 2013 at Bayfront in Naples. The evening included "edible art" prepared by local chefs and a wine tasting. Florida Fashion Week continues through April 6. For more information, go to http://fashionweeknaples.com.


Full gallery »Your GoShots: Backlash

  • Naples rock band Backlash performs during a recent gig at Jack's Bait Shack in North Naples. The five piece band, which plays a variety of early, classic, southern, '80s, '90s and current rock hits, performs Wednesday nights from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.
  • Naples rock band Backlash performs during a recent gig at Jack's Bait Shack in North Naples. The five piece band, which plays a variety of early, classic, southern, '80s, '90s and current rock hits, performs Wednesday nights from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.
  • Naples rock band Backlash kept the crowd at Jack's Bait Shack in North Naples entertained during a recent show. The five piece band, which plays a variety of early, classic, southern, '80s, '90s and current rock hits, performs Wednesday nights from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.
  • A crowd enjoys music from Naples rock band Backlash performs during a recent gig at Jack's Bait Shack in North Naples. The five piece band, which plays a variety of early, classic, southern, '80s, '90s and current rock hits, performs Wednesday nights from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.
  • Don Young of the Naples rock band Backlash performs during a recent gig at Jack's Bait Shack in North Naples. The five piece band, which plays a variety of early, classic, southern, '80s, '90s and current rock hits, performs Wednesday nights from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.
  • Fans of the Naples rock band Backlash gather at during a recent gig at Jack's Bait Shack in North Naples. The five piece band, which plays a variety of early, classic, southern, '80s, '90s and current rock hits, performs Wednesday nights from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Scenes from Naples rock band Backlash's recent show at Jack's Bait Shack in North Naples.


Full gallery »Opening reception for Theatre Zone's "Next to Normal"

  • Monica Biondo and Trista Meister at the opening reception of Theatre Zone's production of 'Next to Normal' on March 3, 2013. The reception featured a discussion and book signing with adult and geriatric psychiatrist and author Dr. Scott Haltzman.
  • Stephen Wheeler, Catherine Fay, Bill O'Neill at the opening reception of Theatre Zone's production of 'Next to Normal' on March 3, 2013. The reception featured a discussion and book signing with adult and geriatric psychiatrist and author Dr. Scott Haltzman.
  • Dr. Scott Haltzman speaks at the opening reception of Theatre Zone's production of 'Next to Normal' on March 3, 2013. The reception featured a discussion and book signing by Haltzman.
  • Moe Kent, Mark Danni, Karen Kayser Benson at the opening reception of Theatre Zone's production of 'Next to Normal' on March 3, 2013. The reception featured a discussion and book signing with adult and geriatric psychiatrist and author Dr. Scott Haltzman.
  • Connie Bransilver and Lou Drackett at the opening reception of Theatre Zone?s production of 'Next to Normal' on March 3, 2013. The reception featured a discussion and book signing with adult and geriatric psychiatrist and author Dr. Scott Haltzman.
  • Karen Kayser Benson, Connie Bransilver, Lou Drackett, Dot Kent at the opening reception of Theatre Zone's production of 'Next to Normal' on March 3, 2013. The reception featured a discussion and book signing with adult and geriatric psychiatrist and author Dr. Scott Haltzman.

The opening reception for Theatre Zone's production of "Next to Normal" was held March 3, 2013. The reception featured a discussion and book signing with adult and geriatric psychiatrist and author Dr. Scott Haltzman.