Posted: 27 Nov 2019 08:58 AM PST

Tony winners Idina Menzel and Billy Porter shine bright in the music video above for their "I Got My Love to Keep Me Warm" duet, complete with back-up dancers, a sparkly set, and holiday outfits. "I Got My Love to Keep Me Warm" appears on Menzel's new album, Christmas: A Season of Love.

The pair have been busy with an onslaught of holiday projects. Both of them will perform on floats during the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade November 28 and Porter is set to appear alongside Menzel at the Frozen 2 star's Carnegie Hall concert December 11.

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In addition, the Wicked Tony winner recently took part in the Saks Fifth Avenue annual holiday window unveiling, while recent Emmy-winning Pose star Porter just signed on to co-host Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve.

Christmas: A Season of Love also features debuts with fellow Broadway alums Josh Gad (The Book of Mormon), Ariana Grande (13), and Menzel's husband Aaron Lohr (The Full Monty).

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Posted: 26 Nov 2019 11:17 AM PST

There's a certain romantic connection artists share with New York City. As Valerie Teicher Barbosa recalls, for a time the city acted as an effective creative incubator while she made music as Tei Shi. It was where she introduced herself in 2013, anonymously at first, with a series of crystalline vocal loops she called "mermaid music." It was also where she met collaborators, including Blood Orange (Dev Hynes), and where she wrote and recorded her first Tei Shi album, Crawl Space. But after closing what she calls a "chapter with a lot of baggage," she knew it was time to leave.

Like many artists before her, the Buenos Aires-born Barbosa ventured West, landing in Los Angeles' Elysian Park, a neighborhood known for hiking, Dodger Stadium, and—like most places in Southern California—year-round sun.

"It was almost like rebirth, I was so much happier immediately," she recalls of her relocation at the top of 2018. "I would do writing in my little studio and then I would go lie outside for a couple of hours and get some ideas and go back in…It was a really different experience for me. I felt like I had stepped into this otherworldly paradise."

That vitamin D-saturated euphoria informed her forthcoming sophomore effort, La Linda, arriving on Nov. 15 via Downtown Records. Barbosa is especially eager to put La Linda out in the world, as it spent most of 2018 lost in, as she diplomatically puts it, "label purgatory." A showcase of her skills as both a musician and executive producer, La Linda features Hynes again on the hushed duet "Even If It Hurts." Describing Hynes as a creative kindred spirit, Barbosa was pleasantly surprised to find a new coterie of collaborators this time around. As she describes, cherry-picking the right person for each job was what she needed to infuse her humanity-forward R&B/pop with a slick sheen. Ahead of the release, Barbosa spoke with the Recording Academy about Spanish representation, refusing to fight fate and a surprisingly influential apartment building.

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What does "La Linda" mean to you?

"La Linda" to me is like a place. It's representative of how I was feeling during the phase when I was first writing the album. I had just moved to L.A. from New York, and felt like for six months after I moved here I was in this oasis. I was so inspired and felt so free. I felt in this really beautiful state of mind. It was sunny and beautiful and nature all around. Every day I would wake up and I felt like, oh open space. I can breathe and take my time with things.

I live in a house now. I would do writing in my little studio and then I would go lie outside for a couple of hours and get some ideas and go back in. It was something that I had never experienced before. I feel like in the past, when I made music it was, "Okay, we have this amount of time in this studio." It was a really different experience for me. I felt like I had stepped into this otherworldly paradise.

I think what was going on internally and in my life on a personal level was playing into that. I felt like when I was leaving New York I was closing this chapter with a lot of baggage. When I came here it was almost like rebirth. I was so much happier immediately. I think that combined with the sun and the green just made me feel so euphoric. I wanted the album to reflect that. All the songs on the album aren't happy songs by any means, but I wanted it to feel very beautiful and lush and bright. The title was something I came across; it was an apartment building called La Linda. It had this sign. A really cool sign. I took a photo out in front of it. In Hollywood. In Mid-City. And stuck with me. The name felt right to me. It felt like that vision of that sign stuck in my head. It was a sign for something I was entering into. It was something I wanted the album to feel like and look like. All the visuals to reflect that.

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The album includes the wonderful Spanish track "No Juegues." What inspired the bilingual shift?

After I released Crawl Space and that song in Spanish, I got a lot of response from my listeners and fans. I realized there are a lot of Spanish-speaking people who listen to my music, which encouraged me to tap into that more. But it was more an organic thing. The past few years I've been more actively reading in Spanish, watching more stuff in Spanish. Revisiting the music that I grew up listening to and loved and influenced by that.

I lived in Columbia until I was eight years old. And then my family moved to Canada. To Vancouver. And then when I was teenager we moved back to Columbia and then back to Canada. I basically grew up back and forth between Columbia and Canada. It was almost polar opposite places. But the cultures really complimented each other in how I absorbed them. I think once I opened up that, okay—let me actually try to write stuff in Spanish I'll try to release, it was really interesting and really freeing. Like anyone, you hit walls sometimes creatively. Once I was writing more in Spanish, it allowed me to step outside of myself a little bit.

Is that something you want to tap into more?

I definitely want to tap in more. I want to be an international artist. I've always felt like that's just who I am. I want my artistry and career to reflect that, and to be able to resonate in different places around the world. I think it's only natural for me to explore both Spanish and English sides of me, for sure.

"When He's Done" seems to break that R&B pop mold you've created for yourself.

That's good! I like to hear that. That was my personal favorite for a really long time. That was the first song I wrote for the album. I wrote that song right before I dropped Crawl Space. I thought about putting it on that album but it was too late and I wanted to take my time with it. That one feels special because it was the transition between Crawl Space and La Linda. I think to me, it's the closest I've gotten to writing a classic song. Anyone who heard it, it's not about genre, it's a song. It's the one that I feel like I could sing that with just a guitar and it's still the song. That's what I was going for. It's also something a little different. My singing on it, it's more powerhouse vocals. Which I don't do a lot of but I love to sing that way.

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What came to mind was a modern take on "I Will Always Love You." My first thought was, "Wow, that girl knows what a broken heart feels like."

Oh, my god! I wrote it in kind of a crazy time. I made my album Crawl Space, I made with my ex-boyfriend. He was the other producer I worked with on it. We broke up halfway through making that album. And then we had to spend six months in the studio, producing it and recording it and finishing it after we broke up.

I was experiencing being single for the first time in a really long time. Trying to find that companionship, that kind of love I was missing in different people—and being disappointed over and over again. We all go through that at certain points. So, it was kind of like coming from this place of being really jaded about love and falling for someone or opening yourself up to someone, and the inevitability of when you find yourself really into somebody who you know is not good for you and you're like, "I know it's going to end up in sh*t." When he's done, he's going to have his way. But it's also resigned in a way—but I'm still kind of going through the motions because I feel lonely. I feel like that's a very relatable thing, the heartbreak not just of losing a relationship but the heartbreak of putting yourself out there and hoping for something or trying to find something.

You're pretty upbeat about life in Los Angeles. Do you consider yourself to be an optimistic person?

No! Absolutely not. I find myself being way more positive now in recent times. I think that's a result of me getting into a better place emotionally. Just being healthier all-around. Mentally and physically. I think it's been a journey to get to a place where I can draw from positivity in my work. For a really long time when I wrote music it was always coming from a place of sadness or despair or anger. It's really hard when that's your nature to write music or to make any art inspired by just feeling good. I'm trying to make more of an effort. I don't think I'm an overly negative person. But I'm definitely not someone who you'd be like, "My friend Val, she's a very positive person!"

I think we do romanticize the suffering artist while forgetting you have to also live all those hours every day when you're not an artist.

Totally! I think it's also a negative thing because a lot of artists feel a weird pressure to self-sabotage. When you start feeling happen, for me, when I was in a really good place. Suddenly it's, "I'm not going to be able to write any music and I need to f**k up my life right now. I'm done!" That's a horrible thing. I think a lot of people feel that pressure creatively. Sometimes it's an internalized thing, but a lot of the time it's what you've absorbed from the outside because it is such a glamourized thing. The suffering artist. Pain is art. Yes, that's true, but there's so much amazing music that's come from people being positive. Redemption. People want to connect with a positive, empowering message.

What does self-care look like for you?

I think it's surrounding yourself with people that contribute to your self-care. As you get older you realize how important the relationships you have around you are, in terms of your energy and mental health. I think one, it's having people around me who are contributing to my well-being. And also for me, the number one thing, I need alone time. I'm the kind of person who recharges off being alone. And having space around me. So now that's a lot easier for me, not living in a place where anywhere I go you're in a crowd of people and you're surrounded and there's so much stimulus. I think the peace and quiet is really good in that sense.

And then taking care of my physical health too. When my body doesn't feel good, that's when my mind is not good. Sleep is crucial! When I'm busy and stressed, my body doesn't process hunger. I live with my boyfriend and we were joking about it last night, when goes out of town, I lose weight. I rely on him for 90% of the time to feed me. When you're stressed and overwhelmed and overworked and stuff, something goes out the window. For me, nutrition is that thing.

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Do you feel like you were meant to move to Los Angeles?

Yeah! I think so. I believe in fate to the extent that I think that every decision and action leads to the next. While I'm here because of every choice I've made before, it's definitely not like there's an alternate reality where I'm not a musician and living somewhere else. I do think everything worked in a way where everything felt like it had a purpose. The purpose was my own personal and creative growth. The finished product of the album.

You think about things that at the time felt terrible. How could this happen? I'm so upset about this! And then you realize that if that hadn't happened, I wouldn't have ended up here. It's important to think about those things because sometimes you can dwell on negative experiences. When you follow the path and you realize those things lead to good things—I guess I am positive!

After claiming the genre "mermaid music" during your first alum, how do you feel about mystical beings now?

I wanted to distance myself from that, but then the album cover of La Linda ended up being literally the most mermaid thing that could have happened. That term—when I first made my Facebook page, there's the genre section and I didn't know what to say, so I said "mermaid music." When I started making music, I was using vocals to make these soundscapes. So, there was a lot of layered and looped vocals. Very ethereal. The siren song thing. That felt cute and kind of funny and natural.

As my sound has evolved and what I want to do musically has changed, I felt like it didn't really resonate. At the same time, what is mermaid music? It's not anything, really. I like the idea of mermaids. It's always been super appealing to me. The concept of a fantastical creature whose voice can draw in people and cast this spell. There's so much power in the voice and the mystique. That always resonated with me. When I saw that album cover I knew I had to be a mermaid.

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Posted: 22 Nov 2019 02:02 AM PST

Calusa Garden Club

Business meetings begin at 12:30 p.m. and speakers begin at 1:15 p.m. the second Monday of the month, October through March, at the Fellowship Hall of Wesley United Methodist Church, 350 S. Barfield, Marco Island. Community members interested in gardening, floral design and environmental issues are welcome to attend and invited to join the group. Information: Susan Neustadt at 609.618.7357; email calusagardenclub@aol.com; visit calusa.org.

Marco Island Shell Club

The Marco Island Shell Club meets Tuesday mornings, 8:45 until ll:30 a.m., at the United Church of Marco. Shell Club members are busy preparing shell art for the Annual Holiday Shell Art Sale, from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m., Dec. 7, at the United Church of Marco, 320 N. Barfield, Marco Island. This year's sale features holiday decorations, jewelry, home décor, hostess gifts, shell flowers and some surprises all made with shells and sea life. Plan to attend this exciting event to learn more about the Shell Club and to get started on your holiday gift list. Proceeds benefit our scholarship and grant activities.

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Marco Island Lions Club

Meetings held the first Wednesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at Perkins Restaurant, 4335 Tamiami Trail East, Naples. Information: Bruce Miles, 239-394-1020. Club is not active in July, August and September.

Kiwanis Club

The Kiwanis Club of Marco Island meets the first and third Thursday at 7 a.m. for breakfast and meeting at Stonewalls, 551 S. Collier Blvd. Guest welcome. Information: President Pat Hagedorn, 450-8901.

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Knights of Columbus #6344

Interested in joining the Marco Knights of Columbus #6344? Contact John DeRosa at 239-272-0816 or Richard Gabrys at 414-828-4408.

Italian American Society

The Italian American Society of Marco Island will hold their monthly meetings on the first Wednesday of each month, November though April, at Mackle Park's Community room. Doors open at 6 p.m. with meetings starting at 6:30. This energetic group of men and women are dedicated to remembering their roots while socializing through dinners, dances, bocce, trips, golf and so much more. Anyone over the age of 21 who is of Italian heritage or by marriage is eligible. For more information: iasmi.org or call Ralph Madonna, 239 970-2032 or Ann D'Onofrio, 239 642-3940.

Jolley Roger Crossword Puzzle Club

The Jolley Roger Puzzle Club meets every Wednesday afternoon to discuss, dissect and otherwise chat about The New York Times Sunday crossword puzzle. If tackling the Sunday puzzle is part of your regular routine and you would like to get together with people who share your hobby, call Lee at 394-1492 or Lynn at 609-678-0424 for meeting time and location.

Sunrise Rotary Club

The Rotary Club of Marco Island Sunrise meets 7:30 a.m., every Tuesday at Stonewalls, 551 S. Collier Boulevard. Breakfast starts at 7:30 a.m. with meeting following. Information: marcoislandsunriserotary.org.

Noontime Rotary Club

The Marco Noontime Rotary Club meets on Thursdays, which varies during the summer months. For meeting time and location, visit marcoislandrotary.org.

Just Friends

Just Friends meets for lunch and socializing the second Wednesday of each month at 11:30 a.m., at the Marco Island Yacht Club. To become a member, you must have been a member in good standing of the Marco Island Newcomers Club for at least three years. President; Rose Kraemer. Membership information; Patty at 239-653-9229 or Trisha at 715-933-0883.Luncheon information; Sandi at 239-642-3333. Mail luncheon checks for $40.00 to Just Friends, PO Box 1685, Marco Island, 34146.

Marco Island Newcomers Club

If you would like to attend a luncheon and join in the fun and meet some fabulous women, you can contact our membership chairs at MarcoMembership@gmail.com. (Note on the subject line Attention: Membership Chairs).

Marco Island Men's Club

The club meets at 10 a.m. the second Thursday of each month at United Church of Marco Island, 320 N. Barfield Drive. MMC is open to residents of Marco Island, Goodland and the Isles of Capri. Information:Charlie Erker at239-259-8054 or marcomensclub.com.

Marco Island Woman's Club

Marco Island Woman's Club awards scholarships to graduating high school students, who live on Marco Island, and supports various local nonprofit organizations. The group meets for lunch at 11:30 a.m. the first Wednesday of the month. Information: President Sue Ellen Welch at 781-635-5240 or marcowomansclub.com.

Democratic Women's Club

The Democratic Women's Club of Marco meets from 5 until 6:30 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month at Rose Hall, Marco Island branch library, Marco Island. Our goal is to raise awareness of policy matters pertaining to all, and to encourage and support those qualified to seek elected office. We host monthly socials and coffees, as well as "Meet and Greets" for those running for public office. Contact DWCMarco@gmail.com for additional information."

America's Boating Club – Marco Island

America's Boating Club, founded in 1914 as the United States Power Squadrons, is a national educational and social organization promoting boating and watercraft skills, safety and fun. Here on Marco, we enjoy boating cruises and social events, and conduct nationally recognized classes in boat handling, navigation, boating safety. The club also offers free vessel safety check certifications and performs public service surveys of our waterway navigation aids. Everyone with an interest in boating is welcome. For more information, come to our monthly social hour at CJ's every fourth Wednesday at 5 p.m., to one of our dinner meetings, or call us at 239/393-0150. Information: MarcoBoatingClub.org.

Coast Auxiliary Flotilla 95

The United States Coast Guard Auxiliary was created by the United States Congress in 1939 and is the leading agency protecting Americas Seaward Frontier in Recreational Boating. They are the Uniformed Civilian Component of the United States Coast Guard in nearly all mission areas. Several Boating Seamanship Classes are conducted year round at Marco Flotilla 9-5 Auxiliary Station, 905 Caxambas Pass Park. Information: 239-384-7416 or cgauxcourses@gmail.com.

SAMI

Sailing Association of Marco Island (SAMI) is the club for those people interested in sailing or just meeting others who share a love of sailing. We have day or overnight cruises planned throughout the year, participate in a yearly regatta, meet for dinner or hold potlucks, and have interesting speakers. We welcome new members. Check our website: samisailor.org. Membership contact is Laura Kolpack at 608-385-8123.

Marco Island Yacht Club

When you cross the Jolley Bridge entering Marco Island, the first thing you'll see to the right of the bridge is the Marco Island Yacht Club (MIYC). Members enjoy a full calendar of social and boating events, plus waterfront dining with the most spectacular views on the Island. We are currently welcoming new members. Check our website marcoislandyachtclub.net or call our membership director at 239-394-0199.

Marco Bay Yacht Club

Marco Bay Yacht Club is the oldest and most active yacht club on Marco Island with numerous cruise and social events a year. The club has boating events for both large and small vessels. There's a club social at CJ's on the Bay at 4:30 p.m. on the last Monday of the month. New potential members are always welcome. Come visit and see if this is the boating club for you. Information: Judy Sacher, Membership Chair, 239-777-4604 or Judy.Sacher@aol.com.

AAUW

American Association of University Women's Mission: Advancing equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, philanthropy, and research. The AAUW Marco Island Branch meets at 9 a.m., October through April, on the third Monday of the month at the United Church on Barfield Drive. Information: Durell Buzzini, director for membership, 207-745-4679.

Sailing solo singles group

Marco Lutheran Church's singles group meets on the fourth Sunday of each month from 4 to 6 p.m. Join for refreshments, discussions, programs, projects and lots of good friendship and fun. Information: 394-0332.

Marco Island Writers

Marco Island Writers meets from 6 until 8 p.m. on the second Wednesday of every month, year round, at Mackle Park Community Center, 1361 Andalusia Terrace; Marco Island (Burrowing Owl Room). Free. All skill levels welcome. Joanne Tailele, President Joanne.tailele@gmail.com; marcoislandwritersinc@gmail.com or marcoislandwriters.com. Note: August meeting is 6:30 until 8:30 p.m.; no September meeting.

Great Books Discussion Group

The Great Books Discussion Group meets the second and fourth Monday of the month from 3-5 p.m. Excerpts from great literature, including short stories are read and discussed. Information: George at 239-970-6644 or 610-710-5861.

Marco Island French Club

If you enjoy meeting new friends and conversing in French, come join the Marco Island French Club. Relaxed and friendly atmosphere "en français!" The pot-luck breakfast get-togethers are held on the first Friday morning of the month, with members taking turns hosting the group in their home or condo. Information: Isabelle Adly at 239-963-8646.

Civil Air Patrol

Marco Island Senior Squadron meets 7 p.m. the first and third Mondays in the CAP Hangar at Marco Island Executive Airport at the end of Mainsail Dr., off Collier Blvd. South (State Road 951). First Lt. Robert G. Boone, Squadron Commander, at 239-389-1273. Information: marcoislandcap.org.

American Legion Post 404

Meetings are held at 11 a.m., on the third Tuesday of each month at Marco Lutheran Church, 525 N. Collier Blvd. Marco Island; all veterans are welcome. By and act of congress signed into law by the President all active and honorable discharged Military veterans from 1941 on are eligible to belong to the American Legion. Contact info: John Apolzan at 317-432-7055 or Lee Rubenstein at 239-564-9894.

Marco Island Foundation for the Arts

Incorporated in 2003, the Marco Island Foundation for the Arts is a charitable non-profit 501 (c) (3) organization that strives to brig literary, visual and performing arts events to the Marco Island community. Board meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month. Interested persons are welcome to attend. Information: 239-389-0280 or www.marcoislandfoundation.org.

Marco Island War Veterans

Meets the second Tuesday, at the Mutual of Omaha Bank on San Marco Road at 7 p.m. at the rear entrance to the bank. The group sells U.S.-made flags of all types at wholesale prices using proceeds for veterans' relief and welfare. New male and female veterans who served in combat areas are needed. Transfers are accepted from other Posts. Contact Dave Gardner at 239-289-5862.

Shrine Club

The Marco Island Shrine meets every Friday at 11:30 a.m. for fun and fellowship. All Masons and Shriners are welcome. Call for location. Information: Bob Bacon at 239-398-9957.

Daughters of the American Revolution

Chapter meets the third Thursday of the month at 10:30 at Island Country Club. Visiting and prospective member are welcome. Information, Karen Lombardi at 239-394-0028.

Sons of the American Revolution

Chapter meets the second Thursday of each month, October through May, at 11:30 a.m. at The Tiburon Golf Club in North Naples. Visiting Compatriots and prospective members are welcome. Information: email NaplesSAR@gmail.com or call Ed Lary, Chapter Registrar, at 239-732-7280.

Sons & Daughters of Erin

Southwest Florida Sons & Daughters of Erin meets at 6:30 p.m. the third Wednesday of every month at San Marco Catholic Church Parrish, 851 San Marco Road. Information: Kathleen Reynolds, 239-394-0220.

La Mesa Española

La Mesa Espanola meets Wednesdays (November through April) 8:30-9:30 a.m. at Stonewall's for coffee and conversation in Spanish. The group also sponsors films, social events, and a reading group. For more information, contact Michael Bombyk michael.bombyk@usinternet.com.

Marco Island Paddlers Association

Marco Island Paddlers Association Inc. (MIPA) is a nonprofit association for people interested in Kayak, SUP or Canoe paddling in the broader Marco Island Area. MIPA host group paddles, training sessions, and paddle related meetings and events. Information: email mi.paddlers.assoc@gmail.comor visit meetup.com/Marco-Island-Paddling-Association/.

Scuba Marco Dive Club

'All divers and water lovers are welcome to come join our casual gatherings the last Friday of the month, 6:30 p.m. at Scuba Marco (1141 Bald Eagle Dr). We share stories, meet new dive buddies, plan dive travel, and have monthly educational seminars. Refreshments provided. Call or email Jessi at 239-389-7889, info@scubamarco.com.

Car Guys Breakfast

First Saturday of every month at 8:30 a.m. at the Sand Bar, 826 E Elkcam Circle, Marco Island. Details call Keith Pershing 239-394-1887.

Marco Island Corvette and Muscle Car Club

Corvette and classic muscle cars gather every Friday at 8 p.m. in the Marco Town Center parking. All Corvettes and muscle cars are welcome. The club also hosts a weekly Saturday morning car cruise (10 a.m. until 1 p.m.) at the Marco Island Lutheran Church located on 525 N Collier Blvd. Information: marcoislandcorvettes.com.

Antique Automobile Club of America

The Naples-Marco Island Region of the Antique Automobile Club of America is now meeting at 7 p.m. every third Monday at the First United Methodist Church of Naples, 388 First Avenue South, Naples. Information: 239-642-0147 or naplesmarcoaaca.org.

Marco Cruise Club

The club extends a welcome to fellow boaters with large or smaller boats. Marco Cruise Club was founded in December 1975 and is the one of the oldest boating clubs on the island. General membership meetings are held at 7 p.m., on the fourth Tuesday of the month at the Mutual of Omaha Bank on San Marco and Barfield Drive. Boating enthusiasts are welcome to join. Information: marcocruiseclub.com or Neil Blaauboer at 642-8493.

Marco Island Road Runners

The Marco Island Road Runners Club meets every Saturday morning at 8 a.m. at Mackle Park. All running levels are welcomed. Find us on Facebook at Marco Island Road Runners or email Scott@ scotthicks11@gmail.com.

MIMYC

The MIMYC sails Sundays from 2 until 4 p.m. at Mackle Park. The MIMYC has been in existence since 2008 and host the Annual Marco Island RC Laser Championships the first weekend of March. Information: 239-642-1825.

Toastmasters Club

Meetings are every Wednesday from 6:30 p.m. at the Centennial Bank, 645 East Elkcam Circle, Marco Island. Everyone is welcomed. Contact: Chris Pritchard, colliertoastmasters@gmail.com or visit 1126118.toastmastersclubs.org/.

Marco Wine Tasting Group

Club's purpose is tasting wines and meeting new friends. This is not for profit and is noncommercial. If interested, call Carol Martin 239-784-3025 for details.

Civitan Club

Civitan International is an organization of volunteer service clubs around the world, dedicated to helping the needs of their communities with an emphasis on intellectually/developmentally disabled people. The Marco Island Civitan Club meets the first Thursday of the month at noon at Margarita's Restaurant plus social/educational gatherings. For information call Pres. Bob Kircher 239-774-2623 or e-mail bobkircher856@gmail.com. Visit civitan.org to lean about the Civitan International Research Center.

Island Knitters

All knitters are welcome, expert to novice, every Wednesday from 12:30 until 3:30 p.m. at Mackle Park. Join us to share your stitches and your stories. Free of charge, walk-ins welcome. Parks and Recreation Department, Frank E. Mackle Community Park, 1361 Andalusia Terrace Marco Island. Information: 239-642-0575, cityofmarcoisland.com.

Marco Association of Condominiums (MAC)

MAC meets on the third Thursday of each month at 9 a.m. at the Marco Island Historical Society's Rose Hall (across the street from the library). Information: 239-394-3222 or mac-online.org for a listing of topics and speakers at upcoming meetings.

Marco Meetup Group

The group is a social activities club for adult couples and singles. There are no dues or fees. Information: 239-595-4661 or curt.dixon@yahoo.com.

Southwest Florida Ski and Travel Club

Snow skiing in Southwest Florida? Join fellow skiers and snowboarders for updates on our upcoming ski, non-ski trips and social activities. Business meetings are held the first Tuesday of every month; 6:30 p.m. at the Parrot Room at Gulf Coast Inn; 2555 Tamiami Trail N. (Route 41); Naples. Information: naplesskiclub.com or 239-839-3711.

Alpha Chi Omega AXO alumni monthly luncheons

The Alpha Chi Omega Alumni Chapter is open to alumnae of Alpha Chi Omega chapters across the country. Call Donna at 239-594-9401 or emaildeltapidelta.axo@gmail.com.

Kappa Alpha Theta Alumnae

Kappa Alpha Theta Alumnae Chapter hosts a lunch bunch on the second Monday of each month from May to October at different local restaurants. Information: Pat Morton, 239-213-0474 or mortonsel@comcast.net.

K5MI Marco Island Amateur Radio Club

At 11:30 a.m. every Thursday at Joey D's, 701 Bald Eagle Dr., Marco Island. All hams and others interested in amateur radio welcomed for good discussion on all amateur radio topics. Marco Hams currently monitor repeater 443.65 Mhz plus 5 Mhz offset PL 141.3 Hz and the repeater is used for lunch talk-in. Contact Jim K3AVR 239-595-6683 or Bob W1IZT 239-287-3272.

Great Decisions of Marco Island

The Naples Council on World Affairs (NCWA) offers a small group discussion program on a variety of international topics of interest to globally minded residents. The group meets for two hours once a week during the season (January through March) for a total of eight weeks. There is a reading book provided and videos are also available. Participants must be members of the NCWA and must sign up for the Great Decisions Program (see NCWA website for details). Information: George at 239-970-6644 or 610-710-5861.

Safari Club International Marco Island

Come join the great benefits of Safari Club International. An organization dedicated to promote safe ethical hunting, fishing and safe firearms responsibility. Membership open to all. For information on meetings, events and upcoming fellowships for residence of Marco Island, email Gregory Cheek at cheekhouse@aol.com.

Gourmet Stud Muffins

The Gourmet Stud Muffins is a men's social club committed to the cooking and enjoyment of food: the history, preparation and eating. The group hosts regular events at a member's house. Each member hosts at least one event a year. Participants contribute to purchase the food and help with preparation, sharing recipes, learning new cooking skills and ultimately enjoy a meal together. Information: Bruce Novark at bnovark@comcast.net.

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Just Friends

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America's Boating Club – Marco Island

Coast Auxiliary Flotilla 95

SAMI

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AAUW

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Marco Island Writers

Great Books Discussion Group

Marco Island French Club

Civil Air Patrol

American Legion Post 404

Marco Island Foundation for the Arts

Marco Island War Veterans

Shrine Club

Daughters of the American Revolution

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Car Guys Breakfast

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Antique Automobile Club of America

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Marco Island Road Runners

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Island Knitters

Marco Association of Condominiums (MAC)

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Alpha Chi Omega AXO alumni monthly luncheons

Kappa Alpha Theta Alumnae

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Great Decisions of Marco Island

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