SCCF’S Education Director and a North Captiva Resident, Draws on Her Years of Knowledge of Our Unique Environment

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NEWSPAPER VOL. 19, NO. 38 SANIBELSanibel & CAPTIVA & Captiva ISLANDS, Islands FLORIDA MARCH 16, 2012 MARCH SUNRISE/SUNSET: 16 7:37 • 7:37 17 7:36 • 7:38 18 7:35 • 7:38 19 7:33 • 7:39 20 7:32 • 7:39 21 7:31 • 7:40 22 7:30 • 7:40 Sanibel Music Festival Is In Full Swing Tickets Available he Sanibel Music For Peek At The Festival is in its T26th season of Unique Home Tour bringing outstanding repertoire and artists to the t’s not too late to participate in this island. All concerts will year’s Peek At The Unique house tour be performed at 8 p.m. Ifor those who still want to help The throughout the month of Zonta Club of Sanibel-Captiva improve March on Tuesdays and the lives of women and girls in need Saturdays at the intimate locally and around the world. setting of the Sanibel A few tickets are still available for the Congregational Church, tour, which will be held on Saturday, 2050 Periwinkle Way on March 24 and features four gorgeous Sanibel. island homes. Tickets, which are $65 For ticket information each and tax deductible, can be purchased and a detailed brochure, by calling 1-888-891-4689. contact the festival’s hot- Even those who don’t attend the line at 344-7025 or visit tour can contribute to Zonta’s charitable www.sanibelmusicfestival. efforts by purchasing raffle tickets for Six org. Tickets may be Chances At The Unique, which includes ordered online. prizes worth thousands of dollars. Raffle Handmade quilt created by Sheila continued on page 5 continued on page 4 Rodriguez Claremont Trio National Marine Over The Tavern Sanctuaries Closes Season At Expert To Talk At Strauss Theater Community House hysterical family comedy/drama will soon take the stage at BIG anibel Sea School will host An AARTS Herb Strauss Theater. Evening with Billy Causey on Over The Tavern runs Friday, March SMonday, March 19 at 7 p.m. at The 23 through Saturday, April 21, Tuesday Community House, 2173 Periwinkle Way. through Saturday. There is an opening Dr. Causey will be speaking about the value night reception at 7 p.m. on March 23. of Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) to recre- All shows begin at 8 p.m. Tickets are ational fisheries. $42 for adults and $20 for children. As the southeast regional director for It’s 1959 in Buffalo, New York. Elvis, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric drive-ins and The Honeymooners are Administration’s (NOAA) Office of National parts of the everyday culture that make life Marine Sanctuaries, Dr. Causey was fun and simple. That is, for everyone but continued on page 47 instrumental in the development of the Chet and Ellen Pazinski and their children, continued on page 6 Dr. Bill Causey

The Del Prados will perform hits such Doo-Wop Night as Since I Don’t Have You, Why Do t’s time to break out your poodle Fools Fall In Love? and Runaround Sue. skirts, saddle shoes, plain white T-shirts The sponsor is Sanibel Holiday. Iand your favorite pair of faded blue The Del Prados, a group of retired doc- jeans as Doo Wop Night returns to The tors and dentists, formed in 2000 just for Community House on Wednesday, March fun, and quickly became a local favorite 28. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. and with Southwest Floridians. Their name dinner will be served at 7. comes from Del Prado Boulevard, the main Doo -Wop, in its third year at The street in Cape Coral, where they reside. Community House, is a 1950s sock hop Call The Community House at 472- featuring music by The Del Prados. In 2155 for tickets and tables. Tables seat addition to the music, there will be a eight people.Tickets are $25 for members, 1950s themed dinner provided by Bailey’s $30 for guests. Prepayment is required. Catering. Alcoholic beverages are available by donation. The Del Prados 2 ISLAND SUN - MARCH 16, 2012 NWF President Interviewed For Documentary By Jeff Lysiak t isn’t every day that the head of the National Wildlife Federation comes Ito Sanibel, so it’s a good thing that Sam Koltinsky and his crew of filmmak- ers were on the island to preserve the historic visit for others to see in the near future. Last month, Koltinsky and his team from Marvo Entertainment Group, LLC interviewed Larry Schweiger, president and chief executive officer of the National Wildlife Federation, for the documentary film America’s Darling. The 60-minute film, scheduled to be released this fall – just in time for the “Ding” Darling Days Larry Schweiger responds to a question Moments before his interview, Larry Schweiger receives a touch-up from production celebration at the JN “Ding” Darling the National Wildlife Federation head- assistant Brigitte Koltinsky. At right is executive producer Sam Koltinsky National Wildlife Refuge – shares the life quarters and met Larry as well as some Committee for the Pennsylvania General Douglas Brinkley, professor of history story of Jay Norwood Darling, the leg- of his team there. I was greeted when I Assembly, senior vice president for at Rice University; Dr. Mark Madison, endary conservationist, political cartoonist walked into the door with Darling’s work. Conservation Programs at National historian with the U.S. Fish & Wildlife and part-time resident of Captiva. Larry and I connected right away. It was Wildlife Federation, and first vice presi- Service; John McCabe, president of After years of extensive travel and my hope to have the interview here on dent of the Chesapeake Bay Foundation. the “Ding” Darling Wildlife Society; research, conducting interviews and Sanibel and I am fortunate that it worked Two weeks ago, Koltinsky sat down refuge staff members Paul Tritaik and scouring through archived treasures and with his schedule.” with Schweiger for about an hour – Toni Westland; Kristie Anders, director special collections, Koltinsky has currently Schweiger served for eight years on the stage at BIG ARTS’ Schein of education with the Sanibel-Captiva headquartered his production of the film as president and CEO of the Western Performance Hall – and asked him Conservation Foundation; and Calina here in Southwest Florida and was happy Pennsylvania Conservancy, where he several questions about the connection Carstens, second place winner from last to have Schweiger become a part of the pioneered watershed restoration and between Darling and the National Wildlife year’s Conservation Cartoon Contest. documentary. promoted ecological research, land con- Federation (NWF), how his efforts more “Ding” Darling Days 2012 will be “I was introduced to Larry through servation and community outreach. 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They Earth, Water And American Legion Texas Hold’em is played every serve food every day, all day long. Thursday night at Post 123 starting at 7 Open to the public, American Legion Wind To Premiere Post 123 Events p.m. and Saturdays at 4:30 p.m. New Post 123 is open Monday to Saturday players are always welcome. from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday from very Friday, American Legion Post On March 20 Every Friday, the Legion offers a 6 oz. noon to 9 p.m. They are located at 4249 123 hosts a Fish Fry with cole slaw, ribeye steak sandwich all day and Fish Fry Sanibel-Captiva Road, at mile marker 3. he Captiva Island Historical Society Ebeans and hushpuppies, served from 4 to 8 p.m. Stop in and try one of For more information, call 472-9979. (CIHS) will premiere its latest oral from 4 to 8 p.m. Cost is $10. our half-pound burgers. Check out our Thistory film, Earth, Water And This Saturday, March 17 is St. Patrick’s Wind, on Tuesday, March 20. Day at the Legion. Members of the Ladies It will be shown at the Captiva Civic Auxiliary will be serving corned beef and Association and Chapel By The Sea. The cabbage all day long. Live music with Email your editorial copy to: event starts at 5:30 p.m. with refresh- Robby Hutto begins at 8 p.m. ments, followed by the film at 6 p.m. Sunday, March 18 is a Mexican Fiesta [email protected] and then refreshments and light hors from 1 to 8 p.m., with live music provided d’oeuvres. Admission is free, but reservations are required because seating is limited. A great number of available seats already have been reserved. Filmmaker Rusty Farst has captured the unique stories of four extraordinary Captiva story tellers: Dottie Wakefield, Bob Sabatino, Kristie Anders and John Dickey. Wakefield’s parents created ‘Tween Waters. Sabatino is a legendary local fishing guide. Anders, SCCF’s Education Director and a North Captiva resident, draws on her years of knowledge of our unique environment. Dickey is a third generation native who grappled with the aftermath of Hurricane Charley. The film runs approximately half an hour. It features pictures and video never seen before by the public. A DVD of Earth, Water And Wind may be purchased after the showing for $100 to support the CIHS. To make a reservation, call the Captiva Civic Association at 472-2111.

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BIRKENSTOCK • MEPHISTO • ECCO COMFORT BY DESIGN (239) 395-0666 • 1-800-454-3008 Sanibel Island • 1640 Periwinkle Way in Limetree Across from the Bank of the Islands 4 ISLAND SUN - MARCH 16, 2012 From page 1 form of grants to advance the status of but the traffickers stole her infant daugh- girls how to live responsible productive women and girls through specific proj- ter and fled to the Dominican Republic. lives; and for FISH of Sanibel to award Zonta Peek ects. One such effort is Zonta’s grant that Since then, Ms. Garcia has worked grants to island residents struggling to tickets are just $10 each and available helps to pay for a bi-lingual counselor at tirelessly with local law enforcement, the make it through tough times. from any club member and will be on Abuse Counseling and Treatment, Inc. FBI and authorities in the Dominican “Because the needs are so great, I feel sale outside Bailey’s General Store on (ACT) in Fort Myers. ACT serves victims Republic to rescue the child. Last month, obligated to do everything I can to raise Saturdays and Sundays leading up to the of domestic abuse in Lee, Charlotte and she flew to the Caribbean island with money to help those women trying to get Peek, and at the Sanibel Island Farmer’s Hendry counties U.S. authorities to retrieve the now ahead yet held back because of needs for Market on Sunday, March 18. Recently, island Zontians learned that 3-year-old girl who has been reunited assistance,” said Linda Robison, co-chair Two beautiful handmade quilts, sewn their foundation’s $4,400 grant to ACT, with her mother. of the Peek. “This community is in gen- by island resident and long-time Peeker which funds 20% of the full-time coun- It’s stories like these that drive island eral blessed, but we must keep in mind Sheila Rodriguez, will also be raffled off selor’s salary for 2012, paid off in incal- Zontians, residents and businesses to that is not true for everyone on Sanibel the day of the Peek at The Community culable terms. support the Peek year after year. Now in or in the rest of Southwest Florida. That House, where the event is being staged. Three years ago, during her first year its 11th year, the Peek is the main char- is why I continue to be involved in this Raffle tickets for the quilts can be pur- working full-time as counselor at ACT, ity event for the Zonta Foundation of effort, year after year. With the Peek, we chased for $20 each and only at that Yaro Garcia encountered a domestic Southwest Florida, the fundraising arm of provide a wonderful day for someone and location on Saturday, March 24. abuse victim whom she also identified as The Zonta Club of Sanibel-Captiva. life-supporting funds for others.” The money raised goes to local and a victim of human trafficking. The young Yet these efforts may not be enough The Zonta Club of Sanibel-Captiva international service organizations in the woman managed to escape her abusers, to meet the growing needs of the club’s is a service organization of professional service partners that struggle to assist women working together to provide their clients in the face of a still shaky hands-on assistance, advocacy and funds economy and cuts in government fund- to strengthen women’s lives on the Island Winds Coiffures ing. For 2011-12, the club’s foundation islands, in Lee County and around the received over $77,000 in requests but world through Zonta International. HairH Salon for Women & Men had just $54,000 to give. For more information, visit www.zon- The money was distributed in the form tasancap.com. Please Welcome of grants to groups such as The Literacy "Josephine" Council Gulf Coast to teach struggling featuring Facial Threading... mothers to read; PACE Center For Girls (facial hair removal) of Lee County to show troubled teenage Featuring Manicures • Pedicures • Cuts • Color • Perms "Let us CUSTOMERS ALWAYS WELCOME! Pamper You!" NEW 695 Tarpon Bay Road, Sanibel • Promenade • 472-2591

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Saturday, March 24 Violist, author and popular NPR music commenta- tor Miles Hoffman is the American Chamber Players’ (ACP) founder. Among today’s American Chamber Players most versatile and From page 1 innovative chamber Opera Theater of Connecticut music ensembles, Sanibel Music Festival the ACP was formed in 1985 from a core group of artists of the Library of Congress The line-up through the end of the season is: Summer Chamber Festival. Hoffman’s six member ensemble of piano, string trio, flute Tuesday, March 20 and clarinet is known for creating programs with a unique mix of instrumental combi- Widely regarded as the premiere piano trio of its nations, ranging from duos through works for the full sextet. The ensemble performs generation, the Claremont Trio was the first winner of the Kalichstein-Laredo- repertoire ranging from familiar masterpieces, to neglected gems, to newly commis- Robinson International Trio Award and the only piano trio ever to win the Young sioned American works. Concert Artists International Auditions. Twin sisters Emily (violin) and Julia (cello) Their program will include Mozart’s Quartet for Clarinet and Strings in C major, K. Bruskin formed the Trio with Donna Kwong (piano) at The Juilliard School in 1999. 285b; Milhaud’s Suite for Clarinet, Violin and Piano, Op. 157b; Bruch’s Selections The Trio has received a Critic’s Choice Award from BBC Magazine. The sisters both from Eight Pieces for Clarinet, Viola and Piano, Op. 83; Bloch’s Concertino for Flute, play old French instruments. Viola and Piano; Arnold’s Divertimento for Flute, Clarinet and Violin, Op. 37; and Their program will include Mozart’s Trio in B-flat major, K. 502; Shostakovich’s Beethoven’s Quartet for Piano and Strings in E-flat major, Op. 16. Trio No. 2 in E minor, Op 67; and Mendelssohn’s Trio in D minor, Op.49. Sponsored by Sue and Tom Pick. Sponsored by Janet and Joseph Davie. continued on page 6

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Most recently, he has become marine zoning plan for the United States. For 26 years, the Opera Theater of mance opportunities. engaged in ocean acidification issues, as Call the Sanibel Sea School at 472- Connecticut has provided young profes- Sanibel Music Festival is grate- they relate to climate change. 8585 with questions or for more infor- sional singers the opportunity to practice ful for the support of the Lee County Dr. Causey has received numerous mation. their craft. This year, OTC will perform and Southwest Florida Community awards for his work in coral reef con- opera scenes from Puccini in a program Foundation. Sanibel Music Festival thanks titled “Puccini Brought To Life.” Artistic Piano Distributors, Inc. and Yamaha answer period. You will enjoy Krueger’s director Alan Mann will add his witty and Corporation of America for graciously Economics Talk ability to succinctly deliver complex con- informative commentary. Several of the providing the Yamaha CFIIIS Concert cepts to us in an easily understood man- company’s gifted young singers, who Grand Piano, sponsored by Mary With Krueger At ner. have performed at the festival through Paige and Steven Abbott and Congress Currently, Krueger is a professor of the years, have gone on to the Met, the Jewelers. Community House International Economics at the School New York City Opera and Lyric Opera n Friday, for Advanced International Studies, of Chicago. Kate Ford, co-founder of the March 23 Johns Hopkins University. She is a company, serves as general director and From page 1 Oat 10 a.m. Senior Fellow of the Stanford Center Kyle Swann is the musical director. Anne Krueger will for International Development and a Their program will include opera Bill Causey use her common Professor of Sciences and Humanities in scenes from Puccini and more sense approach the Economics Department at Stanford Sponsored by the Estate of Christine To Speak to explain her University. She was the First Deputy Johnson, ‘Tween Waters Inn and Friends management plan for the 2,900 square thoughts on the Managing Director of the International of Opera. nautical mile Florida Keys National economic concepts Monetary Fund from 2001-06. A recipi- Tickets may be purchased for the Marine Sanctuary, which is the third larg- that are shaping ent of numerous economic prizes and seven concert series at $230, a savings est marine protected area in the United our world. awards, she has published extensively of $35, by contacting the Sanibel Music States. He serves as the liaison with local, The Community on economic development, international Anne Krueger Festival, P.O. Box 1623, Sanibel, FL state and other federal agencies respon- House is proud to trade and finance and economic policy 33957-1623, by calling 344-7025 or by sible for management of natural resources present another reform. logging on to www.sanibelmusicfestival. in the Southeast Region. event in its Neighbor To Neighbor Series, A continental breakfast will be served, org. Single tickets may be purchased by Dr. Causey’s academic interests are this time featuring our own expert in so reservations are recommended. This mail, phone and are available at Bank of in coral reef ecology, coral reef fishes, world economics, who lives on Sanibel is a free event, so those with reservations the Islands, 1699 Periwinkle Way, and sustainable management, marine zon- and travels the world lecturing and work- will be guaranteed a seat. Bring your writ- Sanibel Captiva Community Bank, 2477 ing, climate change and marine policy. ing with various countries and universi- ten questions that you would like to have Library Way on Sanibel Island. He has been observing and documenting ties. You will want to save this date and Anne Krueger answer and turn them in The Sanibel Music Festival, celebrating the impacts of climate change on coral plan on attending this session at The when you arrive. its 26th season, presents world renowned reefs in the Florida Keys since 1979. Dr. Community House to listen to her per- Call The Community House for res- artists during the month of March at Causey has participated in and presented spectives followed by a questions and ervations at 472-2155 or visit 2173 Periwinkle Way on Sanibel. If you love a good bargain, discover the best kept secret Announcing on Sanibel – the Cricket Shop. 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Caloosahatchee River Estuary on Smith has been with the Tampa Bay Times since 1992. Known to most a path to recovery? people as The St. Petersburg Times, which won eight Pulitzer Prizes, the paper’s name was changed in January to the Tampa Bay Times. While working there, Smith has covered local and state Who can help us in these efforts? government, as well as general assign- Adam Smith ment and investigative beats. He recently ence two years ago with his savvy politi- appeared on a panel with Brian Williams cal insights. Smith’s discussion will begin of NBC when Williams hosted the Florida at 7 p.m. at the Sanibel Public Library, Hear our area’s water management debate with the Republican Presidential 770 Dunlop Road. That will be preceded candidates. by a “Democratic Mingle” at 6:30 p.m., representative explore the answers Smith appears most Sundays on which will include refreshments and an Political Connections on Bay News 9, opportunity to meet and greet old friends, to these questions….. and is a primary contributor to The Buzz new progressives and anyone eager to political blog. He grew up in New York talk about the current political climate or City and is a graduate of Kenyon College to become more active in Democratic in Ohio. When not chasing politicians, he politics. The meeting and “mingle” are tries to keep up with his wife and three free and open to the public. kids. For more information, call 395-9078 He returns by popular demand after or e-mail [email protected]. On Thursday, March 22, mesmerizing the Democratic Club audi- at the Annual Meeting of the Committee of the Islands League Of Ikki Matsumoto Women Voters Paintings & Prints April Meeting he League of Women Voters of Daniel DeLisi, currently serving as Lee Lee County will conduct their next County’s representative for the South Tmonthly meeting on Saturday, April 7 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Hilton Garden Inn, 12601 University Drive (cor- Florida Water Management District, will ner of Summerlin and College Parkway) in Fort Myers deliver a presentation entitled, “How We Nuclear Power As An Alternative Energy Source will be the topic for the Will Put the Caloosahatchee Estuaries Back meeting. Arthur Weissbach, a retired official with the National Institute of Health, on the Path to Recovery.” will speak. Cost to attend the meeting and lun- cheon is $20. Meal choices are New York strip steak, turkey wrap or vegetarian. Bird?, What Bird! 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What’s Happening At The House In 2012 UPCOMING EVENTS CALL NOW TO ASSURE YOUR RESERVATION! Neighbor to Neighbor Series Friday, March 23 Economics Talk with Anne Krueger 10 am Rachel Wexler, Alexandria Cloutier, Madelyn LaBar, Joey Aulino and David Wright Doo-Wop Night March 28th, 6:30pm he Sanibel School mathematics team participated in the first annual Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) competition at Florida Gulf Coast University on Thursday, March 8. Members are Joey Aulino, Alexandria $25 members/$30 guests TCloutier, Madelyn LaBar, Rachel Wexler and David Wright. The team won three awards at the competition. Rachel Wexler placed third in the Earth and Space Science category, David Wright placed seventh in Physical Science, and the team Meeting Space received fifth place in the middle school team competition. Available for Rent Free Beach Walks Evening At The Museum CLASSES o get your spring off to a good start, join the Bailey- he Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum (BMSM) is hosting Matthews Shell Museum for a free Beach Walk at a special Evening At The Museum on Tuesday, March Zumba TGulfside City Park/Algiers Beach on Tuesday, March T20 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Guests will have the opportunity Tuesday/Thursday 10 am - 11 am 27 at 9 a.m. Participants meet in the parking lot for a brief to visit the museum after hours and participate in an informal presentation. evening of shell education, door prizes, food and refreshments. Wednesday 5:30 pm by appt. BMSM volunteer and shelling enthusiast Dotty DeVasure will Also, museum director Dr. José H. Leal will give a brief presen- $15 & Seasonal Packages Available give tips on finding and identifying mollusks, and she will explain tation. how they live, eat and move. During the walk, which lasts about Cost is $10 for members or $15 for non-members. If you Sanctioned Duplicate Bridge an hour, Dotty will answer questions and help participants iden- join the museum as a new member that night, your event ticket Every Tuesday at 1 pm tify shells they find on the beach. The program is free, but park- is free. All proceeds raised will benefit the Bailey-Matthews ing fees will apply. Shell Museum’s educational programs. $8.00 For more information, visit www.shellmuseum.org or call Visit www.shellmuseum.org for reservation information or Island Yoga 395-2233. call 395-2233. Tues, Wed, Thurs at 8:30 am $12 members/$15 guests It’s Time to Renew your Membership Today Tahitian $35 Individual, $65 Family, Gardens $100 Business

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The NEW YORK meeting was held at the Sanibel Public Savannah Nippa watches the two finalists, Michael Lemmon and Jake Walsh, who Library. remained after about 10 minutes of walking, jumping, holding hands and spinning Radel, former TV anchorman and around March 13 - April 7, 2012 radio personality, has been a strong ------conservative voice in Southwest Florida. LOGOS Breakfast Spoon He stressed the need to reduce the size A sophisticated and of government, to reform and simplify Hanging Champ Crowned the tax code and to raise the retirement eclectic exhibit that age of younger people in order to sustain he LOGOS kids at Sanibel Community Church had fun at Breakfast Night Social Security for present and future on March 7. During this year’s annual spoon hanging competition, Michael presents Sanibel recipients. Mr. Radel also supports the TLemmon was crowned spoon hanging champion. Keystone Pipeline from Canada to Texas and for Congressional approval before with a slice of the any future war could be declared. Chilmonik has served on the Lee current New York County School Board in the past. He is proud to have been considered a mav- art scene. erick because among other positions he favors strict accounting in expenditure of public funds. Mr. Chilmonik has a Master’s degree in computer science and currently teaches at Edison College. He spent 25 years in the private sector and brings business acumen to the subject of running the school system. Chilmonik stressed that the ability to read English is imperative for each child and for the growth and prosperity of America. He pointed out that six of 10 children leaving Lee County Schools cannot read at the tenth grade level. Since not all students are college material, he is for more vocational training. Chilmonik believes in “neighborhood schools,” since the cost of busing is $50 million and has not delivered its goal of academic gains. The next event sponsored by the Sanibel-Captiva Caucus will feature Gary Sculpture by Deborah Masters Aubuchon, State House Representative, who is running for Congress in the August 14 primary. The meeting will be Like New York - held on Saturday, March 24 in Meeting Room #4 of the Sanibel Public Library, Diverse, Intense 770 Dunlop Road. and Interesting. Featuring 6 Painters, a Sculptor, a Ceramist, precious and few... and a Printmaker. Supplying the islands with ART Watson MacRae Gallery and Fine Framing for over 10 years. 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Hurricane passes are available from the Sanibel Police help preserve the natural ecology of the area. Based on cur- Department, located at 800 Dunlop Road from 8 a.m. to 5 rent weather forecasts, the refuge and its partners are plan- p.m. Monday thought Friday. ning for a portion of this prescribed burn to take place on The pass is color coded with important information regarding Thursday, March 15. If weather conditions are not favorable, hurricane preparedness and island re-entry on the reverse side. the controlled burn will be postponed until the next favorable The hurricane pass program included a system of nine zones. weekend. These zones will be printed on your hurricane pass to allow for If weather conditions continue to be favorable for the burn phased re-entry, if warranted. A drivers’ license with a Sanibel to take place, residents and adjacent landowners will be notified or Captiva address may still be used; however, a Hurricane prior to ignition. During the prescribed fire operations, residents Hangtag Pass with zone information will expedite your return and visitors are encouraged to close the windows in your home, to the island in the event of an evacuation. It is suggested that cover your pool and – if necessary – stay indoors to minimize these passes be stored in your vehicle glove box for easy access. the impacts from smoke. Sanibel and Captiva Island property owners and those with On the days when a controlled burn will take place, portions commercial interests should obtain hurricane passes prior to a of the refuge may be closed to public access. Please adhere to hurricane warning being issued. Sanibel commercial interests all signs, road closures, and instructions about closed areas pro- must have a valid City of Sanibel Business Tax receipt prior to vided by refuge and fire personnel. Access into the burn unit will application for a hurricane pass. be strictly prohibited during the prescribed fire operation. If you do not obtain a hurricane pass prior to leaving for To find out more information about the benefits of this pre- the summer months, send a self-addressed, stamped business scribed burn and to speak with a public information officer, an envelope to the Sanibel Police Department, 800 Dunlop Road, information booth will be located in the parking area of the Sanibel, FL 33957 (Attention: Emergency Management). Please Sanibel Recreation Center, 3880 Sanibel-Captiva Road. include proof of Sanibel residency or ownership, business tax The Southern Florida and Caribbean Fire District of the U.S. receipt and a copy of your tax bill, deed, rental agreement, or Fish & Wildlife Service will be conducting the prescribed burn a Sanibel utility bill, and your Hurricane Hangtag Pass will be with the assistance of the Florida Forest Service, Sanibel-Captiva mailed to you. Conservation Foundation, the City of Sanibel and the Sanibel For questions regarding hurricane passes, emergency pre- Fire & Rescue District. paredness and evacuation, contact Stephanie Dowd, Emergency For additional details about prescribed burns, visit www.fire- Management Specialist of the Sanibel Police Department at wise.org. 472-3111.

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Voted BEST of the Islands LILYJEWELERS.COM Five Consecutive Years 12 ISLAND SUN - MARCH 16, 2012 7:45 a.m. Traditional Service with Communion the third Sunday of each month. Churches/ Temples 9 a.m. Contemporary Service with Kids’ Church For more information call 433-4901 or email OBITUARY ANNUNCIATION GREEK 10:45 a.m. Adult and Youth Sunday School [email protected]. ORTHODOX CHURCH: classes 8210 Cypress Lake Drive, Fort Myers 11 a.m. Traditional Service with Choir Rev. Dr. Elias Bouboutsis Childcare available at all services. OBITUARY Orthros Service Sunday 9 a.m. SANIBEL CONGREGATIONAL Divine Liturgy Sunday 10 a.m. UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST: Fellowship Programs, Greek School, 2050 Periwinkle Way 472-0497 Sunday School, Bible Study The Rev. Dr. John H. Danner, Sr. Pastor. www.orthodox-faith.com, 481-2099 The Rev. Deborah Kunkel, Associate Pastor BAT YAM-TEMPLE OF THE ISLANDS: Sunday worship services: 7:45 a.m. Chapel, The Reform Congregation of Bat Yam 9 and 11 a.m. Full Services, with Sunday Temple of the Islands meets for Friday School and LinC at 9 a.m., and Nursery night services at 8 p.m. in the Fellowship Care at 9 and 11. Elevator access. Hall of the United Congregational Church ST. ISABEL CATHOLIC CHURCH: 2050 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel 3559 San-Cap Rd., 472-2763 Rabbi Selwyn Geller For more information Pastor: Rev. Christopher Senk, 239-395-0726 or [email protected] Saturday Vigil Mass 5 p.m. CAPTIVA CHAPEL BY THE SEA: Sunday Masses 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. The Rev. Thomas E. Nyman Daily Mass Wed., Thurs., Friday at 8:30 November 13, 2011 thru April 22, 2012 a.m. Communion Service Mon. and Tues. Sunday 11 a.m., 472-1646 at 8:30 a.m. Confession first Saturday of Captiva’s Chapel-By-The-Sea will have a the month 9 a.m. by appointment. Holy series of Lenten studies. Days please call. The 2 remaining sessions are as follows: ST. MICHAEL & ALL ANGELS March 21, 3 The Cross as God’s Substitution EPISCOPAL CHURCH: March 28, 3 The Cross as God’s Role Model 2304 Periwinkle Way between the Special Services: Bean and Baileys, 472-2173 HARRIS D. GILBERT April 1, Palm Sunday at 11:00 AM Rev. Dr. Ellen Sloan, Rector long time resident of Sanibel, April 5, Maundy Thursday Communion at 6p.m. www.saintmichaels-sanibel.org Harris D. Gilbert, passed away on Worship Services: Saturdays at 5 p.m. April 6, Good Friday Passion Story at 12 March 5, 2012 at the age of 84. April 8, Easter, The Resurrection at 11:00 a.m. Sundays at 8 and 10:30 a.m. A Sunday School (PreK-6thgr.) at 9:30 a.m. ROSE THERESA Born on March 20, 1927 in Newark, FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST, SCIENTIST: CAVANAUGH LEWIS 2950 West Gulf Dr., Sunday - 10:30 a.m.; Wednesdays at 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. New Jersey to Hyman and Liba Gilbert, Sunday School - 10:30 a.m., Wednesday 1st Wednesdays of the month Pot Luck ose Theresa Cavanaugh Lewis, Harris attended New Jersey College of evening meeting - 7:30 p.m.; Reading Supper at 6:30 p.m. 88, passed away suddenly on Engineering and graduated from Upsala room open, Monday, Wednesday and Morning Prayer: Tuesdays at 9 a.m. RSaturday, March 3, 2012 at her College. He spent most of his working Friday 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. (November UNITARIAN UNIVERSALISTS home in Fort Myers. The daughter of career with Lockheed Martin (formerly OF THE ISLANDS: through March), Friday 10 a.m. to the late Thomas Aloysius and Jeannette Martin Marietta). 12 p.m. (summer hours). 472-8684. Meets on the first Sunday of each month Harris and Sondra, his wife of 56 from December through April at the Sanibel Ward Cavanaugh, she was born in SANIBEL COMMUNITY CHURCH years, were regular annual visitors to 1740 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, 472-2684 Congregational Church Baltimore, Maryland on February 24, Dr. Daryl Donovan, Senior Pastor 2050 Periwinkle Way at 7:30 p.m. 1924; was preceded in death by her sib- Sanibel beginning in 1970, before Sunday Worship Hours: A pot luck is held at a member’s home on lings, Phillip, Regina, Thomas and Peter becoming year-round residents in 2000. and her first child, Frederick. In this time, Harris came to epitomize the Rose met the love of her life, Frederick best of our island life, dedicating count- E. Lewis, in 1940, just before he entered less hours to our community. Among the U.S. Navy, and she the U.S. Coast his many contributions, he served as a SWIMWEAR & SPORTSWEAR Guard. Both served during World War II docent with Captiva Cruises and was and were married on March 17, 1946. a photographer for many of our cher- They began their marriage of 66 years ished events, including the SCCF Tennis living in Baltimore, Maryland, relocated to Tournaments and the annual Fourth of Arnold, Maryland where they raised their July Parade. An avid biker, Harris was the nine children. The Lewis’s retired to Fort recipient of the 2011 Spirit of Cycling Myers in June of 1982. Award from the Florida Freewheelers. A celebration of her life was held on He was a loving and devoted husband, the Sanibel Causeway on March 7, where father, and grandfather. In addition to Your the family was joined by many, many Sondra, he is survived by his daughter, wonderful friends and relatives from near Linda Luiten and her husband Clive, of very own and far, and we thank you all. She was Spokane, Washington; his son, David OUTLET STORE an extraordinary person, always smiling, Gilbert and his wife Jessica, of Scarsdale, always caring, always “mom” to all. New York and his son, Richard Gilbert of without leaving Surviving Rose is her husband, Winter Park, Florida, as well as his three Frederick, children, Linda (Jim), Fred grandchildren, Caitlin, Callie and Kyle. the island! Jr. (Debbie), Patricia, Jan, Paige, David No formal services will be held but (Terry), Mary Jo (Matt), Steven (Liz), individuals are encouraged to make dona- Up To Thomas (Kirke); grandchildren, Jessica, tions in Harris’s name to the Sanibel- Jennifer, Brett (Sarah), Jay (Tuesday), Captiva Conservation Foundation or to a Megan, Corrie Ann (Todd), Cara charity of their choice. (Brandon), Matthew, Heather (James), Harris’s generous spirit and love of life 90% OFF Ryan (Cori), Paul (Christina), Neil, Evan will live on in all he touched. Whether it (Ashley), Scott (Samantha), Christopher was biking along Periwinkle Way or at the (Katie), Colin, Fiona and Ailsa; great wheel of his Boston Whaler in San Carlos grandchildren Sandy, Nathan, Emily, Bay, you would invariably be greeted with Come In and visit us at Noah, Gracie, Ainsley, Kellen, Kai, Gillian a friendly wave and a warm smile. Know and soon to be born baby, Cooper. that Harris is on his bike, pedaling in a Anchor Pt. Plaza A very special “thank you” to Matt place where the fish are always biting. (NEXT TO BANK OF THE ISLANDS ACROSS Asen for everything, Father Carmen Friends may sign the guest book and FROM HEART OF THE ISLAND) Caruso for your wonderful words and share memories at www.horizonfunerals. Open 5 Days A Week from 10am - 5pm anecdotes, to Theresa Rose Shea See com.

Closed Sunday & Thursday who wonderfully sang Mom’s favorite hymn, the bagpiper and especially Valerie 239-395-0393 Leonard, who loved mom as her own. 1633 Periwinkle Way We are eternally grateful. ISLAND SUN - MARCH 16, 2012 13 be covered. Come prepared to ask all Illinois, Carol received her Master’s OBITUARY Congregational your questions of our local CVS pharma- degree from Southern Illinois University cist. and served as an academic advisor at Church To Host • Life Line Screening – Thursday, the university for 25 years. Good began March 29 (All Day) in Heron Hall painting 25 years ago, beginning with Upcoming Events Sanibel Congregational UCC is happy watercolors, she found this medium gave he following upcoming events to host the Life Line Screening event her the most passion and reliability for will be hosted by Sanibel once again in Heron Hall. Pre-registration artistic expression. TCongregational United Church of is required for this all-day event for In addition, Carol likes to work from Christ, located at 2050 Periwinkle Way screenings to detect carotid artery dis- a photograph to achieve the initial shape on Sanibel: ease, abnormal heart rhythm (such as and detail. Small brushes are used to layer • Ask The Pharmacist – Thursday, atrial fibrillation), abdominal aortic aneu- color upon color until the goals of natural March 22 at 1 p.m. in Fellowship Hall rysm, peripheral artery disease and osteo- color and a well-defined light source are Ask the Pharmacist includes a discus- porosis risk assessment. Pre-registration is achieved. Currently in three juried shows, sion of how some medications interfere required by calling 800-772-8260. this busy artist’s collection is one you with others. Also, the latest information • Carol Good, Artist of the Month – won’t want to miss. on common medications used for diabe- Through March 30 (call for viewing times) Call 472-0497 for viewing times. tes, hypertension and cardiac disease will A life-long resident of Carbondale,

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arbara Crane Tobin of Sanibel, born March 19, 1923, passed Baway peacefully after a brief ill- ness on Tuesday, March 6 at age 88. She was predeceased by her husband John Clarke Tobin and is survived by her four children, Caroline Crane Tobin, Physical Therapy, Massage Therapy & Pilates Gretchen Krueger Tobin, John Clarke Tobin Jr. and Elizabeth (Betsy) Crane Tobin, as well as her five grandchildren, Eric Tobin Peterson, Amy Chelsea Peterson, Sarah Ellis Tobin, Joshua Adam Tobin, and Jesse Tobin Weiss. Barbara was a resident of Sanibel, Florida; Old Lyme, Connecticut; and Duxbury, Vermont. She graduated from Beard School in Orange, New Jersey in 1941, and Smith College in 1945. Barbara was a former president of the Amateur Ski Club of New York, secretary of the Duxbury Planning Commission, and board member of the Vermont Mozart Festival. She was a skier, bird- watcher, avid reader, conservation advocate, and New York Times crossword puzzle aficionado. She also was a companion and friend of the late EA “Matty” Matthiessen. Barbara was a loyal friend and a wonderful mother and grandmother. Her intelligence, humor, grace, and independent spirit will long be treasured by those who knew her. At her request, there will be no funeral service. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Sanibel- Captiva Conservation Foundation.

Share your community news with us. Call 395-1213 Fax: 395-2299 or email [email protected] 14 ISLAND SUN - MARCH 16, 2012 He and his family moved back to and retirement security of our seniors Rotary Southwest Florida a few years ago and remains intact.” last December he announced his candida- He noted, “Debt limits opportunity, Happenings cy for election to represent Florida’s 14th it threatens our future, crowds out submitted by Shirley Jewell Congressional District in the U.S. House freedom, erodes the foundation of the of Representatives. United States.” The interest on our cur- he Sanibel- Our Rotary Club did not invite Goss rent national debt and increasing nation- Captiva Rotary to speak to us as a political candidate al debt is halting the United States’ abili- TClub welcomed in the upcoming elections but to speak ties in providing a future for the next Chauncey Goss to to us in regard to the federal budget. generations. The national debt is now the speaker’s plat- He started out with a primer of basic on an unsustainable path upward. form last Friday terms for the budget: revenues – taxes Goss presented two pie charts that morning. Having the (personal, corporate, and payroll); reflect mandatory budget expenditures last name of Goss Discretionary outlays, such as 12 annual from 2011 and his projected figures on Sanibel brings with it an impres- spending bills (Department of Defense, for 2035. They include Social Security sive pedigree of distinguished service to Homeland Security, etc.); manda- rising from 4.8 percent to 6.1 percent, our city, state and country. Chauncey’s tory outlays such as Social Security, Healthcare from 5.6 percent to 18.3 father Porter Goss is certainly part Medicare, Medicaid, interest on debts; percent; interest on debt 1.4 percent to of the City of Sanibel’s own history, and balanced budget, when revenues 9.3 percent; other, 12.5 percent to 8.5 becoming the city’s first mayor in 1974, meet outlays. percent. The total outlays for mandatory serving as a Lee County Commissioner, He stated that the federal budget spending show an historical increase in spending 15 years in the U.S. House has only been “in balance” six times mandatory spending, mainly contributed of Representatives, and serving two Chauncey Goss since 1950. Our deficits have averaged to health care and interest payments. years as the director of the Central at the Office of Management and Budget, 2.1 percent of gross domestic prod- Goss also brought up figures that Intelligence Agency under President where he helped prepare defense bud- uct since 1950, today our deficits are reflexed revenues and projected tax George W. Bush. gets. From there he went to work as the up at around 9 percent of GDP. Our increases needed to service our pro- Chauncey Goss has spent most of the deputy staff director of the House Budget percentage of debit is now around 70 jected government debt. His statement last decade working on federal fiscal pol- Committee, where he worked closely with percent. Goss stated the obvious: this is regarding these figures: “Tax rates at icy, first in the National Security Division Wisconsin Republican Rep. Paul Ryan. not sustainable. The national debt load such levels would probably not be eco- threatens our national economy. The nomically feasible.” Congressional Budget Office warns “ris- Politicians on both sides of the aisle Scrapbook Papers New Owne Rubber Stamping ing debt would increasingly restrict poli- have a responsibility to our country to nder rship Quilting U ! Art Supplies cymakers’ ability to use tax and spend- address the issue of finding a solution to ing policies to respond to unexpected our increasing national debt. Let’s pro- Fabric Shell Craft challenges, such as economic down- vide a future for our children… not the Beads Craft Supplies turns, financial crises, natural disasters burden of astronomical debt. and terrorist attacks. The Sanibel-Captiva Rotary Club Notions Gifts Goss said the No. 1 priority for him meets at 7 a.m. every Friday at – and Southwest Florida – is getting the Bistro@Beachview, 1100 Par View economy on track. He said politicians Drive. For further information regard- need to come up with a plan to “get our ing the Sanibel Rotary or Rotary economic house in order so our children International, call 337-1099. aren’t crushed with debt and the health Daughters Of Find us on The Confederacy Share your community Make It & Take It Bead Bracelet Every Thursday $4.00 he Fort Myers United Daughters of the Confederacy Chapter 2614 news with us. DEMONSTRATION DAY EVERY TUESDAY Tmeets on the third Saturday of Call 395-1213 every month at Perkins Restaurant, Hours: Mon. - Fri. 9am - 5pm, Sat. 10am -5pm • www.threecraftyladies.com 12300 South Cleveland Avenue, Fort Fax: 395-2299 Myers from 10 a.m to 1 p.m. Call 728- or email 3743 to make reservations. 1628 Periwinkle Way • 472-2893 • Heart of the Islands, Sanibel [email protected]

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16 ISLAND SUN - MARCH 16, 2012 SFWMD Official To Speak At Card Of Thanks Committee Of The Islands Meeting anibel Uncorked! The Winter Wine Center, Sweet Melissa’s, Sanibel Diamond his year’s annual meeting of the Festival was an outstanding suc- Store, Jensen’s Marina, The Dunes Golf Committee of the Islands will fea- Scess held by the Sanibel-Captiva & Tennis Club and Dunes Steakhouse, Tture Daniel DeLisi of the South Optimist Club at Lily & Co. Jewelers. Double D. Taxi, L3 Beach Photo, Florida Water Management District as A number of wine distributers brought Suzanne Baxter, Jacaranda, Sanibel Inn, its keynote speaker. He will deliver a a variety of wines to sample. Canapés Billy’s Bikes & Segway, Surroundings presentation titled How We Will Put The were prepared and served by Bailey’s by Melinda, Charles Sobczak and Indigo Caloosahatchee Estuaries Back On The Catering Services. Chef Karl Hamme, Press, Sanibel-Captiva Review, Pack- Path To Recovery. also of Bailey’s, provided a cooking N-Ship, Edward P. LaMotta MD, and The public is invited to the meeting, demonstration of sumptuous scallops. all the generous folks who bought entry which will be held at The Community Music was provided by Buckeye Ken, donation tickets. Thanks go out to all the House at 9 a.m. on Thursday, March 22. and incidental music by Frans Kox with hard working volunteers, too. Anyone The Community House is located at 2173 Quebbie. we missed, thank you! The raffle win- Periwinkle Way on Sanibel. Many thanks go out to the generous ner of the magnum of outstanding Santa DeLisi, who was appointed by people and businesses of our islands. Margherita Pinot Grigio was Mark Shefts. Governor Scott to the SFWMD Governing Our major sponsors this year were: Lily Donated funds from all sources make Board in 2011, represents Lee, Collier, & Co., Bailey’s General Store, The it possible for the Optimists to continue Hendry and Charlotte counties. He also Sanctuary Golf, our police officer spon- to sponsor its current four-year college serves as vice chair of the board’s Project sor, the Island Sun newspaper, the scholarship program, to continue the & Lands Committee. Islander/Island Reporter newspaper, NU Optimist’s Junior Anglers summer fish- The SFWMD oversees the quality and WAY & Gerald Rhomberg, ing adventures (through the recreation distribution of water throughout south Table Sponsors included: Cedar center), to sponsor a new kids’ summer Florida. Its special relevance to Sanibel, Chest Fine Jewelry, Select Vacation basketball league (also through the recre- Daniel DeLisi particularly in recent years, concerns the Properties, Tammie’s Total Care, John ation center), and to continue a number flow of water from Lake Okeechobee and Grey Painting, Island Pharmacy, Over of other charitable endeavors for kids. its impact on the quality of water in our coastal area. Easy Café, NU WAY (Gerald Rhomberg), Plan on coming next year and join- A graduate of Brandeis University, DeLisi also holds a masters degree in city plan- Sanibel Captiva Community Bank, Doug ing in the fun. The date and time will be ning from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. His professional and service affili- and Sherry Gentry, T-Shirt Hut, Nave announced later in the year. ations include the following: Plumbing, Casa Ybel Resort, Lily & –The Sanibel-Captiva Optimist • Member, Estero Community Planning Panel Co., Bailey’s General Store, American Club • Florida Supreme Court – certified circuit civil court mediator Legion Post 123, Sanibel Captiva Trust • Adjunct faculty member, Nova Southeastern University Company, Sanibel Sandy Paws, and Stan • Member, American Institute of Certified Planners and Dani Howard. • Vice president/principal of DeLisi Fitzgerald, Inc. We would like to thank our donors, • Former member of Florida Impact Fee Review Task Force and the Lee County that include: Planning Agency ‘Tween Waters Inn, Florida Repertory Coffee and rolls will be served at 9 a.m., with the meeting beginning at 9:30 a.m. Theatre, Timbers and Chef Teh, After opening remarks and DeLisi’s keynote address, the audience will have an oppor- Southwest Florida Symphony, Barbara B. tunity ask questions. There will then be a short break followed by a business meeting Mann, The Colony Resort, Cedar Chest for members of the Committee of the Islands and election of members to its board of Fine Jewelry, Tammie’s Total Care, Island Irish Saying directors. Therapy Center, Jungle Golf, Sanibel For more information, e-mail [email protected] or visit www.coti.org. Visit Committee Harbour Resort & Princess Yacht, BP Beannachtai na of the Islands on Facebook. Service Center, Sanibel Taxi & Limo, BIG ARTS, Sanibel Island Books & Gifts, Feile Padraig! JB Designs, Mike Macray & Airplane, Pronunciation: Marit, H. Mouchou Massage, Broadway bann-ockt-tee nih fail-eh pawd-rig A Night for Life Fundraiser Palm Dinner Theatre, Adventures in Paradise, John Grey Painting, Doc Means: At Broadway Palm Ford’s, Beachview Golf Course and Bistro Happy St. Patrick’s Day! at Beachview, Bobby Dune, West Wind n Monday, March 26, the annual fundraiser A Night For Life, to benefit Inn, Island Inn, Traditions Restaurant, local organ transplant patients and those on the transplant waiting list, will Sanibel Thriller, Calipari Imports, The Obe held at the Broadway Palm Dinner Theater in Fort Myers. Music this year Sanctuary Golf Club & Restaurant, is provided by The Del Prados and comedy by BJ Odom. Doors open at 5 p.m. for Comfort by Design, Ace Performer, a silent auction and buffet dinner begins at 5:30 p.m. The evening also includes a Alliance for the Arts, Sanibel Recreation live auction. Items to be auctioned include a one-week deeded timeshare in Marco Island, weekend getaways, gift certificates, golf outings, fishing trips, jewelry, paintings by Ellen Shepard and others, prints, photographic art, sports and many unique items. One hundred percent of all proceeds go to benefit The Fletcher Fund, which assists local transplant patients with the expenses of transplantation not covered by insurance and are in dire financial need. Tickets are $35 each and include buffet dinner, live entertainment, and the auctions. A $10 ticket is also available for entertainment and auctions only. For tickets and further information, call 936-0211 or 768-1814. This event is held each year by Organ Transplant Recipients of SW Florida (OTRSW) a non-profit, all-volunteer group. For details, visit www.organsupport.org.

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An osprey with a fish photo courtesy of Clair Postmus SCCF Birding at Sanibel Gardens Sanibel Captiva Preserve March 24 Orchid Society emorable Secrets & Tips Of oin experienced birders on this spe- Our Past Speakers will be the cial opportunity to tour the grounds Mtopic of the Monday, March 19 Jof the Bailey Homestead Preserve, meeting of the Sanibel Captiva Orchid which is not yet open to the public. Society. The meeting will be held at St. Non-native vegetation previously domi- Michael & All Angels Episcopal Church, Sidewalk nated areas of the 28.3-acre property 2304 Periwinkle Way on Sanibel start- and clearing is still in progress but birds ing at 1:30 p.m. Sales are now discovering the newly available Society president and vice president, habitat. Ronn Downey and Tom Uhler (aka The March 16-18 SCCF biologist and Shorebird Ronn & Tom Show), will address the Monitoring Coordinator Joel Caouette group on some of the best orchid advice will also be on the walk to talk about from past meetings’ speakers. SCCF’s restoration work and the birds

There will be no fundamentals session ShopOnSanibel.com that will be attracted to the site when res- at the March meeting. Instead, there will toration is complete. be an orchid auction from one of the • Adventures In Paradise • Sanibel Sole These bi-weekly outings are to pre- • C. Turtles • Shiny Objects members’ orchid collections. As usual, • Cheeburger Cheeburger • Synergy serves owned and managed by the anyone with questions or an “ill orchid” Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation. • Dolce Tesoro • Th e Cedar Chest that needs diagnosis can bring their plants Tahitian • Needful Th ings Fine Jewlery Both new and experienced birders will to the meeting during Show & Tell. Gardens • Pandora’s Box • Th e Leather Connection enjoy a variety of birds in a diversity of Orchid Society members are invited to • Pandora’s Box Two • Th e Sanibel Café 1975-2019 periwinkle way wildlife habitat. Botany enthusiasts are • Royal Shell Real Estate • Wilford & Lee participate in a monthly show. Ribbons Something for Everyone also welcome to help identify plants along are awarded for best Hybrid and best • Royal Shell Vacations Home Décor the trails. Species Orchids. Members and guests are • Sanibel Resort Wear All walks begin at 8 a.m., but the also invited to participate in a monthly • Kym Nader Interiors • Watson MacRae Gallery locations do vary. All outings are free to raffle. Society membership is $20 annu- everyone. Call SCCF at 472-2329 or Home Décor • Why Knot ally, guests may attend the meeting for V • On Th e Edge • Why Knot Relax 472-4031 for more details. $4. S The To access Sanibel Gardens Preserve, Village “a unique boutique” • William E. Wilson Call Nannette Lehr at 395-3327 with Shops • Sanibel Tropical Wines Fine Jewlery Design enter Island Inn Road from Tarpon Bay any questions. 2340 periwinkle way • Tribeca Hair & Nail Salon Road and park on the side of the road Shop & Be Pampered near the trailhead, or enter Island Inn Road from West Gulf Drive, park near • Amy’s Something Special • Sanibel Art & Frame road barrier and short walk to trailhead. • Island Paws • Sanibella’s • jb designs • Sanibel Holiday • Over Easy Café • Suncatchers’ Dream Pets Welcome 630 Tarpon Bay Road From page 1

Over The Tavern Town • Subway® • Sanibel Yoga living above the family’s tavern in the heart of the city. Each member of this Polish- C Center • Island Pizza Catholic family is struggling in their own unique and sometimes mischievous ways to 2496 Palm ridge road abide by the true meaning of family values and the strict rules of their Roman Catholic Yum to OM faith. When wise-cracking 12-year-old Rudy explains to his teacher, Sister Clarissa, that he is going to “shop around for a more fun religion,” the stage is set for a hilarious and heartwarming family comedy. Don’t miss the show that the Chicago Sun-Times calls, “utterly charming” and the

Chicago Tribune dubs, “a little bit of heaven!” Managed by Over The Tavern is supported by Herb Strauss Theater Season Sponsor The Association Management Sanibel Captiva Trust Company and Show Sponsor Congress Jewelers. Commercial Leasing 239-395-9111 For more information about the show and to purchase tickets, visit the Herb Property Watch Strauss Theater Box Office at 2200 Periwinkle Way, call 472-6962 or 395-0900, or log on to www.BIGARTS.org. 18 ISLAND SUN - MARCH 16, 2012 sand hole often produces three or four of If the trout are laid up, Trout Fishing these larger fish. Large shiners and small the bite will be almost pinfish fished two to three feet under a instant or within a few Just Keeps rattling popping cork have been my rigs seconds of the bait of choice. slapping the water Getting Better Most of my trout fishing this week and the bobber being by Capt. was done while targeting sand holes popped a few times. Matt Mitchell from Redfish Pass to Captiva Pass. This Often, after you catch water in the middle to northern end of half a dozen or more hat the sound remains clear even after windy fish, the bite will quit another conditions really dirtied the southern por- and it’s time to move Wgreat week tion. Finding this nice clean and clear on. it was out on the water seemed to make all the difference While fishing the water with fast in the world when looking for four-pound- back side of North moving tides and plus trout. Captiva and areas summer-like condi- There are several natural channels and just north of Chino tions making for sloughs on the east side of North Captiva Island this week, I lots of options. that run from east to west. Clear water saw quite a few free- Trout fishing makes these easy to spot. During low tide jumping and rolling remains about as periods the trout have been on the edges tarpon. With our good as it gets with lots of big fish over and out in these somewhat deeper chan- water temperature that magic 20-inch size being caught nels. As the tide comes up, they move now at an amazing throughout the sound. Good afternoon up over the grass and into the numerous 76 degrees for March high water also had redfish feeding bet- white sand holes that have salt and pep- and still rising, we will ter than they have for weeks. per bottoms. see more and more Although trout can be found through- I move a lot while targeting these tarpon pouring into out the sound, larger numbers of some trout. If a sand hole or channel edge does the sound. Although I real gator-size models have been up not produce a big trout within five to 10 have not begun to tar- around North Captiva. These bigger minutes, I slide down the edge of the pon fish yet this year, Spring break trout and redfish caught on Capt. Matt Mitchell’s trout seem to school together and one channel or move to the next set of holes. I have started to carry boat this week a few tarpon rigs with wind directions seeming different almost me just in case the opportunity presents daily if not hourly, I had the opportunity itsself. Usually my first tarpon hook-up of to fish some favorite shorelines I have not Send Us Your Fish Tales the season comes while targeting trout had the right set-up to fish since the last and is totally unexpected. Hooking a full good high water in the fall. he Island Sun would like to hear from anglers about their catches. Send us size tarpon on a trout rod is like bringing details including tackle, bait and weather conditions, date of catch, species On an afternoon redfish trip this week a knife to a gunfight and although fun to with longtime client Jerry Raffa from Sea Tand weight, and include photographs with identification. Drop them at see, it’s usually over pretty quickly. Isle, New Jersey, the wind was blowing the Island Sun, 1640 Periwinkle Way, Suite 2, Sanibel, or email to Afternoon high water over a two-foot [email protected]; or call Anne Mitchell at 395-1213. hard from the northwest. As we idled out tide mark has been the perfect setup to of the canal I had one shoreline on my chase redfish under the bushes. With mind that was just made for this wind direction and incoming tide. For 30 minutes plus it was on fire with redfish coming almost every cast. If the bait landed THE BEST W AY T O SEE in the right spot it would not even make THE ISLANDS IS FROM T HE W ATER BOAT it to the bottom before a redfish grabbed it. There were a few slot-sized fish in this • 10 a.m. Island Cruise to little mangrove creek mouth but most of the stacked-up reds were on or just below Useppa Or Cabbage Key RENTALS the 18-inch minimum. 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OUR PATIENTS CAN’T PAY THEIR BILLS BUT YOU CAN HELP “INSURE” THE ANIMALS AT CROW Go to www.crowclinic.org Click on “Help Insure a CROW Patient” Choose your favorite patient Make your pledge with a credit card Receive a certifi cate with a photo of your chosen animal by reply e-mail For more information, phone 472-3644 ext. 231 Join CROW for Walk on the Wild Side March 30, 2012 8am For more information, visit www.crowclinic.org or phone 472-3644 ext. 229 Please thank our Case of the Week ad sponsor for supporting CROW:

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for helping insure the care and feeding of our patients 20 ISLAND SUN - MARCH 16, 2012 Captiva Cruises Tour To Pine Island’s Tarpon Lodge, Calusa Indian Mounds aptiva Cruises’ newest expedition in its CDiscover Southwest Fish Caught Florida History tours will focus on the fishing cultures in Pine Island Sound, a story of fascinating characters and traditions. This cruise will depart from McCarthy’s Marina on Captiva and travel to Pineland on Pine Island. Along the way, participants will get an up close look at historic fish houses of Pine Island Sound and discuss commercial fishing and the fishing cultures from the indig- enous Calusa, to Spanish Cuban Ranchos, to the Punta Gorda Fish Company and to the spectacular Tarpon and sport fishing of today. The vessel will be greeted at The Tarpon Lodge and passengers will be oriented to this spectacular location, the family-run business and their tradition of fishing within Pine Island Sound and Charlotte Harbor. Passengers then will relax while enjoying the “old Florida” charm of the 1926 Tarpon Lodge, where lunch will be savored with waterfront views of Pine Island Sound and mangrove islands. After lunch, guests will walk to The Randell Research Center (RRC), located across the street from The Tarpon Lodge. The RRC, a program of the Florida Museum of Natural History, aims to establish and maintain, at the internationally significant Pineland archeological and historical site, a permanent facility dedicated to learning and teaching the archeology, history and ecology of Southwest Florida. An RRC educator will guide participants on The Calusa Heritage Trail to one of the pre-Columbian Mounds of the ancient Calusa while elaborating on this unique fishing culture. This cruise to Pine Island will occur on Friday’s departing at 10 a.m. from McCarthy’s Marina on Captiva. Captiva Cruises has established Discover Southwest Florida History cruises to Cabbage Key, Useppa Island, Boca Grande and has recently Sutton Dunlap and the 33-inch snook he reeled-in last week added cruises to The Edison & Ford Winter Estates on the Caloosahatchee as well as usan Dunlap submitted a picture of her 13-year-old son, Sutton Dunlap, with this cruise to Pine Island. These are excellent opportunities for families and neighbor- his first snook. He caught it off a dock on Sanibel in the canal during the hoods to get together and learn about the history of Southwest Florida while having a morning of March 5. The snook was 33 inches long. day out on the water. S For reservations call 472-5300. Fish Caught IRATE CRUISE P FRIENDLY PIRATE FUN FOR THE WH RACTIVE OLE FAM INTE ILY! SET SAIL ON A 90-MINUTE SWASHBUCKLING SHOW

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Volunteers dig a sea turtle nest Hillary Power Cathy Dohrmann earn about the lifecycles and habits of sea turtles that nest on local beaches athy Dohrmann from Rome, and what the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation is doing to protect ntario, Canada resident Hillary Georgia found this baby Alphabet Lthem. SCCF sea turtle volunteers and staff monitor every inch of Sanibel and Power, 8, found an alphabet Ccone on the beach at West Captiva beaches every morning from May 1 through October, looking for tracks to Ocone near East Rocks Beach Wind Inn on March 9. She is staying nests laid the night before or nests that have hatched. Access 2. Hillary said, “There is no bet- with friends at Murex Lakes. “We love The next Turtle Tracks program will be held on Thursday, March 22 at 10 a.m. at ter place in the world than the paradise your wonderful shelling here,” said the Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation at 3333 Santiva-Captiva Road. The proof Sanibel.” Dohrmann. gram is free to SCCF members and children, $5 for adults. Call 472-2329 for more information. Shell Found Share your community news with us. Call 395-1213, Fax: 395-2299 or email [email protected]

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Dr. Paul Brooke Creative Writing, Introduction to Creative Dr. Paul Brooke Writing, The Writer’s Workshop, To Discuss Sanibel Contemporary American Literature, Major Authors and Literary Theory. He Wildlife At ARTSalon was trained as an undergraduate as an ornithologist and later completed his IG ARTS will host author and Bachelor’s and Master’s at Iowa State photographer Dr. Paul Brooke University and his Ph.D. in English at the Bfor an afternoon ARTSalon on University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Thursday, March 22 starting at 3:30 Recently, his image of an Atlantic p.m. at BIG ARTS Center, 900 Dunlop Puffin was chosen for the 2012 Audubon Road on Sanibel. Bird Calendar. Brooke’s books include Brooke’s poetry has been published Light and Matter: Photographs and internationally in Ireland, Germany, New Poems of Iowa and Meditations on Zealand and England. In the U.S., his Egrets: Poems and Photographs of work has been featured in the North Sanibel Island. American Review, Rocky Mountain His ARTSalon presentation will track Review, Flyway, International Poetry his development as a writer and photog- Review, Isotope: A Journal of Literary rapher, from Alaska to Maine to Brazil. Nature and Science Writing and the Brooke recently returned from a month Interdisciplinary Study of Literature in the Amazon and the Pantanal. The and the Environment. last half of the talk will focus on Sanibel In 1999, he was awarded the Iowa Island, its wildlife and birdlife. Prize for Poetry for his poem, Cree ARTSalon is an opportunity to talk Women Cleaning Fish. His chapbook, with professionals in artistic fields to bet- Strings: Two Yakama Indian Women ter understand their creative process. in the 1800s, was published by A Small Tickets are $5 each. Garlic Press in 1998 and subsequently For more information on BIG ARTS translated into Japanese. workshops, events and membership, stop Brooke is a Professor of English at by BIG ARTS, call the Marks Box Office Grand View University in Des Moines, at 395-0900, e-mail [email protected] Iowa, where he teaches Advanced or visit www.BIGARTS.org.

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Looking For Owls he nesting season for owls of the islands has begun. The Great THorned owl does not make its’ own nest but uses one built by an osprey, hawk or eagle. The Screech and Barn owls nest in tree cavities made by woodpeckers or nest boxes. There is a nest box on the side of the SCCF Nature Center where Barn owls have nested off and on since 1980…. will they ever return this year? Island Screech owls are sitting on eggs now. On Wednesday, March 21 at 10 a.m. you are invited to SCCF to learn more about The Owls of Sanibel & Captiva. The cost of the program is $5, with SCCF members and children attending for free. Participants are invited to take a guided walk to the Sanibel River following the program. The SCCF Nature Center is located at Screech owls 3333 Sanibel-Captiva Road. 24 ISLAND SUN - MARCH 16, 2012 familiar with CROW’s efforts to save Wurdemann’s heron. This bird looks a wildlife through compassion, care and lot like the great blue heron, but has a education. softer grey-colored body and an almost For more information, call 472-3644 all white neck. Having observed the nest- ext. 229. To learn more about CROW, ing behavior between the great white visit www.crowclinic.org. and the great blue here on Sanibel puts me in the genetic morph camp for all three different-looking birds. I can even Bird’s Eye View accept the possibility that the Ward’s or Wurdemann’s heron is the mix between Great a great blue and a great white. Speciation controversy aside, how- White Heron ever, I have to chuckle to myself when I hear visitors to the refuge say, “Oh, it by Mark ‘Bird’ was so beautiful today. I saw 30 great Westall white herons on my trip through the s I men- wildlife refuge.” They didn’t see 30 great tioned last white herons; they saw 30 great egrets Aweek, lately (Casmerodius albus) which are the more I have occasion- common tall, white heron-like birds we An injured gopher tortoise recovers on the grounds of CROW ally been seeing a see here. great white heron I can understand the confusion. At An Inside Look At (Ardea herodias first glance, both birds look somewhat occidentalis) dur- alike and even our common names for Wildlife Recovery ing my canoe trips them are similar. Plus you can’t forget submitted by Claudia Burns into the wilder- that people always end up seeing what ness area of the J.N. “Ding” Darling they are dying to see. But the quick, he CROW Picture Show offers an National Wildlife Refuge. This bird is a identifying difference is that great egrets insider’s look at why critters come rare visitor to this part of Florida, with have black legs and great white herons to CROW, and features photos of T them being more commonly seen down have yellowish legs. And if you see more the wild animals who wind up there. in the Keys and throughout the Ten than two of them together during the Last year, CROW (Clinic for the Thousand Islands system (a national same visit, you are most likely seeing Rehabilitation of Wildlife), Southwest wildlife refuge was specifically created great egrets, not herons. Florida’s only wildlife hospital, cared Rehabbing gopher tortoise being grazed there to ensure their survival). But when So the next time you are out along for 4,239 sick, injured, and orphaned at CROW’s facility conditions are right, especially during Wildlife Drive, if you think you see a animals. Of the 200 different species, periods of drought, I have sighted them great egret that just seems a little differ- 58 percent were birds, 36 percent were drifting up into our area. Once during ent, look at it more closely, particularly mammals and six percent were reptiles. the mid-’80s, I even saw a great white at its legs. If the legs are yellowish in Due to restrictions imposed by gov- and a great blue (Ardea Herodias) on color, you are most likely seeing one of ernmental agencies, CROW cannot allow a nest up at Blind Pass raising chicks our more rare visitors to the islands, the visitors to view patients in person. But in together. beautiful and regal great white heron. this 30-minute presentation, visitors will Whether the great white is a genetic A former city council member and see numerous photos of current and past morph of the great blue or a separate mayor, Mark “Bird” Westall has owned patients, with commentary by Claudia species has been an ongoing contro- and operated Canoe Adventures, Inc. Burns, a veteran clinic volunteer. versy ever since Audubon first described on Sanibel for over 33 years. Visit The next CROW Picture Show is the great white in 1832. Adding to the www.canoewithbirdwestall.com for on Friday March 16 at 11 a.m. in the confusion is the Ward’s heron (Ardea more information. CROW Healing Winds Visitor Education herodias wardi), sometimes called the Center at 3883 Sanibel-Captiva Road, across from The Sanibel School. Gopher tortoise patient Admission is $5 for adults, $3 for teenag- The fee includes the presentation, plus ers and free for members and children 12 the opportunity to explore the hospital’s To advertise in the Island Sun Call 395-1213 and under. hands-on educational facility and become

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Friday, March 23 at 8 a.m. (no tour Feb. 17) he annual meeting of The from the Audubon Center for Birds of Prey, and Audubon chapter meetings. Bobcat Tales — March 20 International Osprey Foundation Bobcats seem to be flourishing through most of their North Ameri- Twill take place on Sunday, March She travels with a live bald eagle, one 25. The featured speaker will be Lynda whose injuries were too severe to permit can range. Learn more about this shy feline that moves so peacefully White, who will bring a bald eagle, to successful release back into the wild. among us. Tuesday, March 20 at 10 a.m. the meeting. Her talk is titled Radical There will also be a report on the Raptors: Amazing Adventures With Birds 2012 osprey nesting season, which con- Marine Lab Talk: Scallops — March 23 Of Prey. tinues for at least several more weeks. Research Associate Mark Thompson looks at the Lab’s scallop surveys Since 1998, White has served as Last year, 122 osprey chicks and four in Pine Island Sound and our volunteer scallop “farming” program, the Audubon EagleWatch coordinator eaglets fledged. Of 101 nests monitored, begun in 2009, where residents with docks are given scallops and at Audubon Center for Birds of Prey 72 were active, of which two were eagle cages, in order to record growth and survival rates of their scallops. in Maitland, Florida. The program is nests. Talk is at the Nature Center. Friday, March 23 at 10 a.m. designed to educate volunteer citizen The meeting starts at 7 p.m. at a new scientists in general eagle nesting biol- venue, the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Owl Tales — March 21 ogy, applicable laws, identification of Foundation Nature Center auditorium, The nesting season for Great Horned, Barn, and Screech Owls of the nest threats, monitoring techniques and 3333 Sanibel-Captiva Road on Sanibel. 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He received a $1.2 million advance for 4UFBLTs$IPQTs4FBGPPEs1BTUBs7FHFUBSJBO the book in 2006 at age 24 from Penguin Publishers. Film rights to the story are 5IFGSFTIFTUJOHSFEJFOUTBOEOFXJUFNTEBJMZ being considered by Columbia Pictures. 'BNPVTHSJMMFECSPDDPMJs&YDFQUJPOBM8JOF-JTUNPSF Moonwalking recounts Foer’s experience attending the 2005 U.S. Memory Joshua Foer h5XJMJHIU3FTUBVSBOUTIPXT3PCFSU1BSLTIBTOUMPTUIJTDSFBUJWFGMBJSv Find Us on Championship to interview mental athletes ,"3&/'&-%."/'-03*%"8&&,-: Facebook for a journal piece on people with enhanced memory capabilities. He quickly became fascinated by the world of mnemonics and immersed himself in the challenge of training his own memory. A year later, Foer returned to the annual competition as a con- &BSMZ%JOJOH tender and became the Memory Champion of 2006. I talked to Foer recently and he explained briefly what he will share with the audi- (FUPGGZPVSFOUJSFDIFDL ence at BIG ARTS. He said, “I’ll be telling the story of what’s in my book, about the PSBGSFFCPUUMFPGXJOF year I spent both investigating my memory, trying to understand how it works and also training myself to remember using ancient techniques that were used 2,500 years ago. .VTUIBWFSFTFSWBUJPOCFGPSFQN They are the same techniques that were used by Cicero to memorize his speeches and how medieval scholars memorized entire books.” 1FSJXJOLMF8BZss5XJMJHIUPO4BOJCFMDPN The entire process sounded impossible to him until he figured it out. We talked about losing memory powers as one ages and does this happen to everyone? He replied, “Some lose their memories, but not my grandmother. A lot of the tricks I learned have to do with visual imaging to help remember better. They can be very helpful.” Foer said, “My goal is to tell a good story and also to help people understand how our memory works. My book looks at it from a whole lot of angles.” Foer will reveal his most effective memory techniques during his lecture and challenge his audience to become masters at their own game, whether in the boardroom, classroom or living room. Admission is $26, $10 for students. New Frontiers Health & Science Lecture Series is supported by Patron Series Sponsor FineMark National Bank & Trust. Live Arrangements for the appearance of Joshua Foer were made through Greater Talent Network, Inc., New York, NY. Entertainment Visit www.BIGARTS.org for more event information, including links to speaker 8pm-11pm websites and information about membership and upcoming events. To purchase tick- Wed - Fri Stone Crab ets, stop by BIG ARTS, 900 Dunlop Road, Sanibel, or call BIG ARTS Marks Box Office at 395-0900. Claws Are HERE! his friend, he says, “I adore you, you An Astonishing precious thing. Don’t you ever die.” Chambers perfectly captures Capote, Life At Florida Rep with his high-pitched drawl and quirky mannerisms, as he makes reference to Studio Theatre many of the more infamous events from Lunch & by Di Saggau his storied life. This includes his 1966 Dinner Daily Black & White Ball, dubbed “the party of s the one-man-show Tru opens, the decade,” the struggles he faced writ- Happy Hour we find Truman Capote (Mark ing In Cold Blood, an evening of drink- Nightly AChambers) lounging on a gor- ing with Ava Gardner, and how he was geous antique love seat, talking on raised by three aunts after being aban- the phone to a dear friend. His list of doned by his mother. friends have dwindled since he wrote “I have lived an astonishing life,” said his tell-all novel, Answered Prayers. It’s Capote. “I’m not like anyone else. I can early in the evening on December 23, type 60 words a minute and I’m an alco- 1975 as Capote parades around his holic.” He drops a lot of names as he lavish apartment in the United Nations talks to himself and the audience, adding, Plaza, on New York’s East Side. A door “The only thing being famous is good for, bell rings and he is delivered “A very they’ll cash your checks in small towns.” horse trough of unspeakable poinsi- The play, by Jay Presson Allen, is etta’s.” He says, “They are the Bob adapted from Capote’s work and taken Goulet of botony.” As he hangs up from continued on page 44 ISLAND SUN - MARCH 16, 2012 41 Workshops At BIG ARTS

Crotons I, watercolor by Patty Kane

ignups are ongoing for upcoming BIG ARTS workshops and Winter Academy courses. Full workshop and Winter Academy schedules are available online at Swww.BIGARTS.org, or by contacting the main office at 395-0900. iPad – Basics with Gerard Damiano is Monday, March 19, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Open Studio - Clothed Model or Still Life with Eleanor Gause is Tuesday, March 20, 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. iPhone – Advanced with Gerard Damiano is Wednesday, March 21, 9 a.m. to 1 YOUR ISLAND. p.m. The Art of the iPhone with Gerard Damiano is Wednesday, March 21, 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. YOUR CLUB. Winter Academy – Art History: The Changing Story of Art with Deborah Butler starts March 21, meets Wednesdays 9 a.m. to noon. Offering Golf, Tennis and the Newly iPad – Advanced with Gerard Damiano is Thursday, March 22, 1 to 5 p.m. Revitalized Social Membership Intermediate Watercolor with Bea Pappas starts March 23, meets Fridays 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Torn Strip Papier-mâché Sculpture with Jerry Churchill is Saturday, March 24 and Sunday, March 25, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Precious Metal Clay Jewelry: Capture the Sea with Mary Ann Devos is Saturday, NOW OPEN FOR DINNER March 24 and Sunday, March 25, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Art of the iPad with Gerard Damiano is Wednesday, March 28, 1:30 to 4:30 WEDNESDAY THROUGH SATURDAY p.m. Assistive Technology: Universal Access on Apple Products with Gerard Damiano is 5PM-8PM Wednesday, March 28, 9:30 a.m. to 12 noon. Layering of Transparent Watercolor with Patty Kane is Thursday, March 29 and Try the new dinner menu, featuring an island variety Cowboy Steak, Friday, March 30, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Salmon Stuffed with Lump Crab, Fish Tacos and much more! Advanced Apps (Apple products) with Gerard Damiano is Friday, March 30, 9 a.m. to 12 noon. Show proof of Sanibel residency and save 30% Great Themes Book Discussion, with Steve Oberbeck, starts April 2, meets Mondays 2 to 4 p.m. off dinner, during February and March. Adult Tap with Bobby Logue starts Tuesday, April 3, 12 noon to 1:30 p.m. (Not to include beverages or gratuities or Sunday Buffet) Adults Jazz/Hip Hop, with Bobby Logue starts Tuesday, April 3, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Pilates Mat Class with Marsha Wagner starts Tuesday, April 3, 9 to 10 a.m. SUNDAY PRIME RIB BUFFET Stand in the Moment: Short Fiction or Memoirs, with Steve Oberbeck, starts Tuesday, April 3, 1 to 3 p.m. 5PM-8PM Glass Fusing (Wednesday) with Petra Kaiser starts Wednesday, April 4, 9:30 a.m. to Slow-roasted prime rib and chef’s choice carving stations, 12:30 p.m. pasta station, salad station, potato and vegetable du jour. Glass Fusing (Thursday) with Petra Kaiser starts Thursday, April 5, 9:30 a.m. to ++ 12:30 p.m. $19.95 per person Life Drawing – Open Studio Non-Instructed (morning session) with Carol Rosenberg starts April 6, meets Fridays 9:15 to 11:45 a.m. Life Drawing – Open Studio Non-Instructed (afternoon session) with Carol Rosenberg starts April 6, meets Fridays 12:15 to 2:45 p.m. Open to the Public Individual flute, piano and saxophone lessons are available for children and adult Ph. 239.472.3355 | www.dunesgolfsanibel.com students. BIG ARTS Workshops are sponsored by Sony Corporation of America. 949 Sand Castle Road, Sanibel There is a 20 percent discount on workshops for BIG ARTS members. BIG ARTS is at 900 Dunlop Road. 42 ISLAND SUN - MARCH 16, 2012 and Carl Benton Reid, and features a Director Series special musical performance by the legendary Hadda Brooks. Opens With The Wednesday, April 4 film will be announced. The April 11 film is Rebel Nicholas Ray Film Without a Cause (1953). This American IG ARTS Film Society’s annual movie classic with James Dean, Natalie Director Series will feature Wood and Sal Mineo, Rebel Without BNicholas Ray. Ray is best known a Cause explores the conflicts between as the director of Rebel Without a generations in its story about a teenage Cause, but is appreciated by fans of boy who defies his parents’ wishes and 1950s and 1960s cinema for such goes against the schoolyard bullies at his contributions as Johnny Guitar, Bigger high school. The film is a social commen- Than Life and They Live by Night. tary on the youth culture in America at Ray was an important influence in the the time and was released less than one French New Wave cinema movement of month after Dean’s death in a fatal car this era, which rejected the traditional crash. Wood and Mineo earned Academy form of the time and experimented in Award nominations for Best Supporting new visual style and narrative. Actress and Actor, respectively, for their The series is hosted by film aficionado performances in the film. Sid Picker, who will lead an in-depth dis- Enhanced by surround sound, films will cussion before and after the screenings. be shown in Schein Performance Hall, All Director Series films are Wednesdays with a high-definition projection system at 1 p.m. Admission is $5. and large screen to provide a superb cin- They Live by Night (1949) will be ematic presentation. Listening devices are screened at 1 p.m. Wednesday, March available for the hearing impaired. 21. They Live by Night is a film noir, To purchase tickets, stop by BIG based on Edward Anderson’s novel, ARTS, 900 Dunlop Road, call 395- Thieves Like Us. It is Ray’s first feature 0900, e-mail [email protected], or log film and is considered the prototype on to www.BIGARTS.org. for the “couple-on-the-run” genre that includes Bonnie and Clyde. They Live by Night stars Farley Granger as Arthur “Bowie” Bowers, Cathy O’Donnell as Catherine “Keechie” Mobley and Howard Send your Da Silva as Chicamaw “One-Eye” James Dean and Nicholas Ray on the set of Rebel without a Cause editorial copy to: Mobley. writer suspected of murder, In a Lonely Library of Congress for its significant con- On March 28 Ray’s In a Lonely Place Place was recently selected for preserva- tributions to the world of film. The film [email protected] (1949) will be shown. Starring Humphrey tion in the National Film Registry by the also stars Gloria Grahame, Frank Lovejoy Bogart as Dixon Steele, a cynical screen-

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From page 34 Community Players Rudin, directed by Angie Koch and The Homecoming for Sergeant Porter by Wally Kain. All play readings and productions are presented on the stage of BIG ARTS Herb Strauss Theater, 2200 Periwinkle Way. Tickets for play readings are $12; play productions are $17. Watch for these upcoming play readings and plays from your Community Players: May 10, 11, 12, 13 (matinee), Yucatan Shrimp! 17, 18 and 19. The Community Players will present their first full production, Marriage Is Murder by Nick Hall, directed by Angie Koch. On July 5, 6, 7, 12, 13 and 14, bring you whole family out to see Star Spangled Girl by Neil Simon, directed by Fish Tacos! June Koc. Tickets may be purchased at BIG Rated by:

ARTS Herb Strauss Theater Box Office ZAGAT ® at 2200 Periwinkle Way (472-6862) or ZAGAT.COM Follow us on at BIG ARTS Marks Box Office at 900 Dunlop Road (395-0900). To learn more about upcoming BIG acebook ARTS events and performances, e-mail [email protected] or log on to www. BIGARTS.org. 44 ISLAND SUN - MARCH 16, 2012 Monday Night Movie streets of Naples with a good friend who takes you to the place he loves.” Passione Naples is also the cradle of world- renowned pizza of many tastes. The by Ray Buck viewer may not like them all, but that’s his movie in how it is. Ogni notte e la liberazione. Italian is not Ciao. Tabout the General admission is $8, or pur- Gardens of Tivoli, chase a film booklet of 11 tickets as majestic as they for $88. Film booklet holders must are. And not about be seated no later than 6:45 p.m. to the Tower of Pisa ensure a seat. All Monday night films or the David statue begin at 7 p.m. in Florence, as BIG ARTS Monday Night Film grand as they are. Series is supported by Series Sponsor The setting is Bank Of The Islands and Stan and Naples. Passione is a movie for the Visnja Gembicki, supporters George & adventurous, not those content to see Wendy’s Corner Grill, Jerry’s Foods Naples from a tourist bus window. of Sanibel, Sanibel Deli & Coffee Passione is a musical stopover. Twenty Factory, and Sanibel Taxi. three tunes. Neapolitan “swinging For the complete listing of BIG sounds” with “sensual suavity.” ARTS films, to purchase tickets, to The quotes are from a New York sign up for workshops, or to become Times article. The Big Apple in any a member, stop by BIG ARTS, 900 Fiorenza Calogero, Daniela Fiorentino, and Lorena Tamaggio ascend the stairs of way of speaking or singing is a long, the Piscina Mirabilis cistern, singing Canto delle Lavandaie del Vomero (Song of the Dunlop Road on Sanibel, call 395- long way from Naples where the music, Washerwomen), from 1200 A.D. 0900, e-mail [email protected] or log on to www.BIGARTS.org. “raw and emotional, mixes heartbeat there are more ways to sing O Sole reality of a more threatening poverty. with ecstasy, and acknowledges the hard Mio, a true Naples folk song, than there The audience senses what this movie reality of poverty and injustice that soars are ways to put together an Italian pasta is all about in sight and song; the com- above them.” dinner. mentary is spare. Noted director John Share your community In Sanibel lingo, that suggests pretty Saying that Passione is a must Turturro seems to feel everyone in heavy stuff. The Wall Street Journal, see movie for the Order of Sons and Naples, the city of Caruso, has the free- news with us. of all papers, called the movie “a must Daughters of Italy is stretching it a bit. dom to sing, and sing and sing. While Call 395-1213 see, the Buena Vista Social Club of It’s certainly not the Naples that great the sources of the music range from Naples.” grandpa left for America. Vesuvius, the France to Turkey and North Africa, the Fax: 395-2299 The big time critics have fixed on volcano, still towers over the inland hills singers who sing their hearts out are or email Passione’s imaginative and surrealistic and the ocean, out to the Isle of Capri, Neapolitans. aspects. All that’s certainly there to still beckons. But now there’s music with The critic Roger Ebert called the [email protected] absorb, and the viewer also discovers more sensuality than nostalgia and the movie “a happy ramble through the

From page 40 Astonishing Life from his own words. Tru focuses primarily on the alienation Capote experienced after he allowed a chapter from his unfinished Answered Prayers to be published in Esquire magazine. He is devastated that his friends have deserted him, especially Babe Paley. In a mix of primarily one-sided phone calls, reenactments and monologues, Chambers as Capote justifies everything from his salacious writing to his alcoholism with sharp wit and an entertaining delivery. Capote, a conflicted, com- Lunch, Dinner and Sunday Brunch plex and colorful character, truly was not like anyone else, Christopher Simpson’s stylish set contains book- St Pats Outdoor Party- shelves crammed with col- lectables. Capote calls it “The decorators despair.” Tru is Irish Specials And Live directed by Jason Parrish and it’s an incredibly fun produc- Entertainment All Day tion to watch. The show runs through March 17 in Florida Rep’s Studio Theatre. (239) 395-1263 Tickets have been going fast. If you’re lucky, you can Mark Chambers as Truman Capote 2499 Periwinkle Way • Sanibel, FL 33957 still see it by calling 332- 4488. ISLAND SUN - MARCH 16, 2012 45 New Opportunities at Shell Point Series The public is invited and many of these events are FREE ! Shell Point’s Life Enrichment Series offers the opportunity to discover new things about yourself and the world you live in. Concerts, presentations, lectures, shows, special events, and more! Upcoming Events 2012

Mar.18 Composer/Arranger Craig Courtney Mar.21 The Cruciﬁx in at 6:15pm. Prolific American composer/ Art and Artistic Portrayals of arranger/pianist and Senior Editor of Beckenhorst Women in the Bible from Press, Craig Courtney, will be in concert with The Shell 10:15am to 2:45 pm. During this Point Village Church Choir. This program will feature Lunch and Learn from the Academy the inspired stories behind the music that Courtney at Shell Point, Professor Roxanne has composed. Tickets are $10. Call (239) 454-2147 or Precopia will offer two ses- visit shellpoint.org/villagechurch/events. sions about art in religion.Tickets are $25 (box lunch with the lecturer Mar.19 included). Call (239) 454-2054 The Story of China – to reserve your place. From the Boxers to Today at 7:15pm Join Professor Adrian Kerr as he examines FREE! the history of Mar.22 this immense Senior Living Speaker Series—How to Approach and varied a Parent about Assisted Living at 6:00pm. Shell country from Point Retirement Community is hosting an educational the Boxer Rebellion in the 1890s to the series that will provide you with tools to understand the Mao control to reform and westernization, needs of your loved ones. Join Rita Southern as she explains every- and China the superpower. Tickets are $10. thing you need to know about Assisted Living and tour our new as- Call (239) 454-2054 to reserve sisted living facility, The Springs at Shell Point. Call (239) 454-2077 your place. to reserve your place.

Mar.21&27 FREE Mar.23 Bruch and Beethoven Discover Shell Point Tour & – Southwest Florida Symphony Presentation at 10am. Join us at 7:30pm. The shifting harmonies reflect the for a group presentation about the dreaminess of a lonely lover in Voyage by the Lifestyle and Lifecare available at celebrated Academy Award (The Red Violin) Shell Point followed by a narrated winning composer, John Corigliano. Bruch’s Violin Concerto in G minor bus tour of the community. Light is one of the most popular violin concertos in the repertoire. Tickets are refreshments will be provided. Call (239) 466-1131 for reservations. $20 each. Call (239) 454-2067 or visit shellpoint.org/concerts. Visit www.shellpoint.org/LES for full listings of this month’s events! (239) 466-1131 • www.shellpoint.org Shell Point Retirement Community is located in Fort Myers, 2 miles before the Sanibel Causeway. a non-profit ministry of The Christian and Missionary Alliance Foundation ©2012 Shell Point. All rights reserved. SLS-2092-12 46 ISLAND SUN - MARCH 16, 2012 Vehicles, Gas, Art For The Cure Dr. Jay Apt To Coal and Energy Independence. Auction To Aid Speak At New New Frontiers Lecture Program Kanzius Research Frontiers Lecture Grand Patron Series ark A. Neidig, executive director r. Jay Apt, a distinguished Sponsor FineMark of the Kanzius Cancer Research Carnegie Mellon University National Bank & MFoundation, will be on Sanibel Dprofessor of technology, comes Trust. March 25 to talk about the latest devel- to BIG ARTS on Saturday, March 17 Tickets for Dr. opments on our journey to human trials. to speak as part of its New Frontiers Apt’s lecture are $26 for general Neidig will attend Art for the Cure, Lecture Program. His lecture begins at Dr. Jay Apt an auction benefiting the foundation, at 7:30 p.m. in Schein Performance Hall, admission and $10 Traders Store & Cafe. 900 Dunlop Road on Sanibel. for students. He will discuss the Kanzius As director of Carnegie Mellon To purchase tickets and learn more Noninvasive Radiowave Cancer University’s Electricity Industry Center, about upcoming events at BIG ARTS, Treatment which is under development, Dr. Apt is an esteemed and accomplished call the Marks Box Office at 395-0900, It is named for the late John Kanzius, a professor of technology whose areas of e-mail [email protected] or log on to Sanibel part-time resident, who cameup expertise include engineering, public poli- www.BIGARTS.org with the concept. cy and economics. He is a former NASA For information about the fundraiser astronaut, having flown four missions and to purchase tickets, contact Marian aboard U.S. Space Shuttles Atlantis Denk at 395-9159. Mark A. Neidig and Endeavour, and is the recipient of a NASA Distinguished Service Medal for his significant contributions in the field of engineering. Irish Saying The Big Year Dr. Apt is regularly published in The New York Times and Washington Saol fada chugat Screening At Sanibel Rec Post and is the co-author of Near Term Pronunciation: oin author Mark Obmascik whose book inspired the hit movie The Big Year, Implications Of A Ban On New Coal- along with birding experts Don and Lillian Stokes and birding enthusiast Iver Fired Power Plants In The U.S., which Sail fod-ah cu-gut JBrook for an evening of fun at the Sanibel Recreation Center on Wednesday, was cited as one of the top environmental March 21 at 5:30 p.m. policy papers of 2009 by the American Means: This special event includes dinner, auction and a screening of the movie The Big Chemical Society. He is a physics gradu- Year for $65 per person. Additionally, tickets are being sold separately for the show- ate of Harvard College and received Long life to you. ing of the movie at 7 p.m. These tickets will be available for $10 per person or only a Ph.D. in experimental atomic phys- $5 per person for Sanibel Rec Center members and “Ding” Darling Wildlife Society ics from the Massachusetts Institute of members. Technology. His lecture is called Energy Make dinner reservations and/or purchase movie tickets at the Sanibel Recreation – What’s Next? Renewables, Battery Center front desk (472-0345) or the J.N. “Ding” Darling Wildlife Society office (472- 1100 ext. 4). The Sanibel Recreation Center is located at 3880 Sanibel-Captiva Road. and percussionist Carol Martin. The Chamber Music group plays a wide variety of music, including baroque, classical, contempo- At The Chamber rary, early American, jazz, country, swing ed, full of local critters and perfect for and Dixieland. Ketteman To children from preschool through fourth Of Commerce Bring a lawn chair and settle in for or fifth grade. Armadilly Chili, Swamp a casual, enjoyable Chamber concert Appear At Song and Goodnight, Little Monster in front of the Chamber of Commerce. are some of our favorites. Parking is limited, so carpooling is encour- MacIntosh Books Her latest, Senorita Gordita, is a aged. Better yet, ride your bicycle. Tex-Mex retelling of the classic Little Gingerbread Man. Senorita Gordita, a little corn cake, escapes from the frying pan and leads a merry chase. She runs through the desert boasting, “You’ll never catch me!” while fleeing from a spider, a rattler and other hungry creatures “with Congregational a flip, and a skip, and a zip-zoom-zip.” It has been called “a fast-paced and wildly Church Book Sale illustrated twist on an old favorite.” MacIntosh Books & Paper is located ikipedia defines Chamber Music ookery Bookery will be open to at 2407 Periwinkle Way. If you are as “a form of classical music the public on Sundays in March unable to attend this event, personalized Wwritten for a small group of Rfrom 1 to 3 p.m. at Sanibel copies can be purchased by phone prior instruments which traditionally could be Congregational United Church of Christ, to the event at 472-1447. accommodated in a palace chamber... 2050 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. performed by a small number of per- The popular Recycled Book Sale is formers with one performer to a part... open to anyone looking for a good read such music can be performed in a small at bargain prices. Included in the sale room, often in a private salon with an will be gently used books, DVDs, CDs, intimate atmosphere.” puzzles, games, jewelry and small gift On Monday, March 26, Island Brass items. Fiction is arranged alphabetically will put a whole new spin on “Chamber by author, and non-fiction by subject. Music” by performing a free outdoor The Recycled Book Sale is held in the Our email address is concert at the Sanibel & Captiva Islands Rookery Bookery on the church’s ground elen Ketteman will be appearing Chamber of Commerce, located at 1159 level, beyond the courtyard garden. at MacIntosh Books & Paper on [email protected] Causeway Road, starting at 4 p.m. Proceeds from the sale will benefit local Thursday, March 22 from 10 H Island Brass features trumpeters Jim non-profit agencies offering support for a.m. to noon. Ketteman is the author of Walker and Dick Martin, with French children and families. 21 children’s book and a Sanibel resi- horn player Claudia Burns, trombonist For additional information, call Sandy dent. Her books are beautifully illustrat- Charley Babb, tuba player Bruce Orlin Simmons at 472-0497. ISLAND SUN - MARCH 16, 2012 47 Book Signing of the book by phone call 472-5223. Announcing English Country Dancing Class a new earn the social dances of the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries at Wa-ke addition to LHatchee Recreation Center in Fort Myers. Classes are held year-round on Tuesdays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. our delicious Enjoy live music and a family friendly atmosphere as you learn English country dance steps.Dress is casual, wear flat lunch menu. shoes with non-slip soles. Partners are not necessary and beginners are welcome. Lessons are free after a one-time pay- ment of $10, which covers lifetime mem- Works of Art. bership to the Wa-Ke Hatchee Recreation Center. uthor Jerry Smith will be signing For more information, contact Gillian copies of this book Captive Angel Carney at 603-9828, send an e-mail to Next week at the Canoe & Kayak Restaurant Featuring Beth Collette AFriday, March 16 from 11 a.m. [email protected] or visit at ’Tween Waters Inn, we’re serving something “Designs in Glass” Jewelry to 1p.m. at Sanibel Island Books and http://dancefl.us/ecd/FtMyersECD. March 21 - 25 Gifts. shtml. new and exciting. It’s our Artist Lunches 8BUFSTJEF%JOJOHt8FEOFTEBZ4VOEBZtQN Captive Angel is a story about Becky, Wa-ke Hatchee Recreation Center Series, where you can enjoy a delicious who flees to her uncle’s dolphin research is located at 16760 Bass Road in Fort facility in the Florida Keys. She becomes Myers. Call 432-2154 for driving direc- lunch in our beautiful bay-front setting — enthralled with a handsome conservation tions. and meet a popular local artist, view their activist who opposes marine mammal captivity and forces her to question the creations and, if you’re so moved, take home morality of her uncle’s business. Becky more than a doggy bag. nearly destroys the research and education facility in the process. Sanibel Island Books and Gifts at at 15951 Captiva Drive t Captiva Island t 239.472.5161 t tween-waters.com 1571 Periwinkle Way. To reserve a copy

When the moon THE VILLAGE CHURCH AT SHELL POINT hits your eye Tickets Just like a thin crust Concert Series $10 wood ﬁ red pizza... Craig that’s Matzaluna Courtney Pepperoni Caprese with The Village Church Choir Pesto Chicken Prolific American composer/arranger White w/Artichokes and editor of Beckenhorst Press, Craig EN Courtney, will be in concert with The And More! THE H ITA KITC Village Church Choir. Church com- LIAN munity choirs and university choirs Fresh SEAFOODAFOOD E Entrt ees DilDaily around the world enjoy singing Veal, Chicken, Pasta & Pizza Courtney’s choral music. This program FEATURING SANIBEL’S ORIGINAL WOOD FIRED PIZZA OVEN will feature the inspired stories behind Craig Courtney’s music. HAPPY HOUR Present this ad and be seated before 5:30 p.m. and we will deduct SUNDAY, MARCH 18, AT 6:15 P.M. 4:30-6 PM 50 1/2 PRICE Well Drinks $2. OFF & House Wines Every Adult Dinner Entree At Matzaluna CALL (239) 454-2147 for information or .50 OFF Bottled Beer Not valid with any other coupon. Expires 03/31/12 visit www.shellpoint.org/seasonofpraise to get tickets. 1200 Periwinkle Way (1/2 Mile west of the Causeway) 15100 SHELL P OINT B LVD. • FORT M YERS, FL 33908 472-1998 • Open 7 Days 48 ISLAND SUN - MARCH 16, 2012 Talk about a powerful scene. The set by Directed by Robert Cacioppo, Red is Seeing Red Richard Crowell is impressive, represent- the kind of play that gets you thinking. ing Rothko’s hermetically sealed industrial You don’t have to appreciate Rothko’s At Florida Rep studio – the artist hated natural light. contributions to the art world to enjoy this by Di Saggau McNulty and McElwee make their crowd pleasing production. It’s a 90-min- Florida Rep debuts in this powerful ute show with no intermission and it’s ed, now drama. Both throw themselves into one that will sell out fast, so order tickets playing their roles with great force and skill. now. Call the box office at 332-4488, Rat Florida McNulty plays Rothko with great defi- or go online at floridarep.org. Red plays Repertory Theatre, ance and McElwee is equally impressive through March 25. Florida Repertory is a unique char- as the young assistant enthralled with Theatre is in the Historic Arcade Theatre acter study about his mentor. A movie is in the works with on Bay Street between Jackson and a very complex Broadway stars Alfred Molina and Eddie Hendry in the Fort Myers River District. man, artist Mark Redmayne in their original roles. Rothko. The play begins with the arrival in Rothko’s but livable.” New York studio of a quiet young man, Portraits In Print What intrigues me is how he makes Ken, played by David McElwee. It’s by Jane Vos Hogg his acquisition choices, how exactly does 1958 and Ken is there to assist Rothko he even learn about what’s out there. as he creates a series of paintings Ardent acquisitor He has nothing to do with orders from intended to hang in the Four Seasons, anibel... it’s either reference or the children’s col- an upscale Manhattan restaurant in the just a small lections; those selections, done solely new Seagram Building. Considering Sisland. Its year within those departments, go directly to Rothko is a ferocious defender of artistic round population the purchasing person. But that leaves integrity, this is an unusual commission is somewhere near him with the rest of the library, the for him. 7,000 and in winter entire adult fiction and non-fiction col- The abusive Rothko rails and pon- months it probably lection, not only the books but the play- tificates about art history, and his con- near quadruples aways, all the downloadables, plus the temporaries such as Pollack, Warhol, that number. With AVs and DVDs. And all that is a sizeable Lichtenstein and Rauschenberg. those figures it’s chunk of the library budget, an amount At one point he says, “Do you really William McNulty and David McElwee why I find the library so startling. that has been regularly reduced due to think that an Andy Warhol will be hang- No wonder the Library Journal’s cutbacks each year since he’s been on can only take the verbal abuse for so board. ing in a museum 100 years from now?” long. He explodes and hurls mouthfuls of nationwide survey of public libraries ranks He smokes almost non-stop as he com- Sanibel at a 5-star level, its top rating. For suggestions he draws from insults back at Rothko. three piles. Library Director Margaret plains about the stupidity and ignorance This prompts the artist to re-evaluate Given that it is totally independent helps of people, the corruption of commercial explain it but just as important is the Mohundro creates one, librarians Candy his young helper. They form a bond dur- Heise and Sandy Ham make the second success, and anything else that comes to ing a theatrical sequence in which they fact that Duane Shaffer is the person mind. who helps set the stage for what one and he generates the third. “That’s not prime a large canvas with an undercoat just reading relevant journals but also a It’s no surprise that the young man of red paint as classical music blares. finds sitting on the shelves. His position? He’s both head of their Collection wide range of print reviews, letters from Development Department and the events other librarians and friends, and even coordinator. radio… I listen to NPR.” He pointed to Entertainment Nightly in “Sanibel’s Social Scene” He landed here in 2006 and was the e-shelf area, noting that there were put in charge of Audio Visual; a one- currently about 1,000 of them and pres- The year trial basis sort of job. Obviously, ently most of them were out and “No,” the powers-that-be were pleased for in he reassured me, “I see them as a sup- 2007 they created the position he now plement, not a replacement.” He con- JACARANDA tinued, explaining, “When phonographs occupies and that’s where he’s been ever since. first came our way everyone thought no Sanibel’s Best HAPPY HOUR Happy Apps $5.95 Why Sanibel I wondered. ”New one would read books anymore. They’d Hampshire winters can’t compare to just listen to music. They said the same 4 - 7 p.m. Nightly in the lounge Sesame Encrusted Ahi Tuna, year-round warmth…. and relatives in thing when radio began and later, tele- Crispy Fried Calamari, 1/2 Price Drinks the Naples area were an added allure.” vision. Now it’s iPads that they say Chilled Oysters, Steamed Shrimp, For 20 years he’d been director at two will end books, but I’ll place my bet on Call & Well Liquor, Draft Beer Selections, BBQ Beef Satays, northeast local libraries. “At the same books. They’ll always be there.” Select House Wine Snow Crab Legs, Chicken Wings time” I asked? “Yes.” he explained, My question, “Where do you think “neither of them was open full time or you’ll be 20 years down the line?” just gets a laugh. “This is the best job I’ve ERIWINKLE AY ANIBEL all week. Small town budgets don’t allow 1223 P W , S 472-1771 for that…. so splitting my time at least ever had. Who knows, I’ll probably paid me a manageable wage… not great expire in one of the stacks.”

Winner 2010 Taste of the Islands Check us out The Voted BEST Pizza We now sell beer! on facebook MLB Ticket SPECIALS ONE LARGE 16” CHEESE PIZZA BUY BEER & WINE & 10 WINGS ONE ICE $ 99 CREAM GET ONE 28 BEERS ON TAP! VALID FROM 4-8PM14. PICK-UP ONLY. TOPPINGS EXTRA, $1 EACH. NOT VALID WITH OTHER COUPONS OR OFFERS. FREE COMING SOON: SANIBEL RED ALE! EXPIRES 03/23/12 DELIVERY AVAILABLE Across from ~ OPEN ~ Mon. 7am-3pm Tues. Wed. & Thurs. 7am-8pm 2440 PALM RIDGE RD. SANIBEL • (239)472-0212 • (239)472-0323 TUE.- SAT –4PM - CLOSE CVS in Fri & Sat. 7am-9pm CALL AHEAD 472-2555 Palm Ridge Place Sun. - Seasonal ISLAND SUN - MARCH 16, 2012 49 An Evening With Wendy Webb & Friends At BIG ARTS IG ARTS presents a concert with acclaimed singer-songwriter and Bkeyboardist Wendy Webb on Monday, April 2 at 8 p.m. Webb will perform at BIG ARTS Strauss Theater, located at 2200 Periwinkle Way on Sanibel. Webb will sing and play piano, accompanied by Danny Morgan on guitar and John G. McLane on saxophone. Webb weaves poetic lyrics and elements of folk, jazz and blues into a style all her own. Webb’s recent CD, Morning in New York, features world-renowned Singer-songwriter Wendy Webb Singer-songwriter Danny Morgan Multi-instrumental and vocal performer musicians Jim Horn, David Grissom, John G. McLane Glenn Worf, Dan Dugmore, David Pomeroy, Jonathan Yudkin and Sam Bacco. This concert will feature favorite songs from Morning in New York, and her 2010 release, Moon Over Havana, as well as songs from her upcoming album, Edge of Darkness. “Wendy Webb’s music is moody, full of wee hours wisdom, it is yearning and soul stirring, soaring toward heights flown by the likes of Joni Mitchell and Emmy Lou Harris,” writes Steven Dougherty, senior writer for People magazine. He said, “Webb is a newcomer whose music is mined in the timeless chambers of the human heart.” In addition, Webb has received honors in both the John Lennon Songwriting Contest and in the Lilith Fair Songwriting Competition. There will be a rum-tasting reception at 7:30 p.m., hosted by Doc Ford’s Sanibel Rum Bar & Grille. Tickets are $30 for adults and $10 for children 17 and under. Visit www.BIGARTS.org for more event and performance information including links to presenters’ sites. Tickets are available at both box offices, at 900 Dunlop Road and 2200 Periwinkle Way. The Strauss Theater’s phone number is 472-6862 and the BIG ARTS Marks Box Office phone number is 395-0900. Half Price Movies For Sanibel Rec Center Members he Island Cinema of Sanibel is offering Sanibel Recreation Center TMember Movie Rates at half price movie ticket prices for all City of Sanibel Rec Center members. Admission for Sanibel Rec Center members (adult, senior, youth) will be $5.30 including tax (half off of regular ticket price). All participating members will need to show the Theater Box Office a valid Sanibel Rec Center membership card (six month or annual) or receipt of a currently valid daily/weekly pass to the Rec Center. These feature films are offered through a partnership between the City of Sanibel Rec Center and Island Cinema. The Artist is rated PG-13. continued on page 51 50 ISLAND SUN - MARCH 16, 2012 Mastersingers Are Paired With Soloists In March

Abigail E. Wright James Patterson Nicholas Houhoulis Frideric Handel, Gabriel Faure and Franz ences.” States and Canada. Internationally, he Joseph Haydn. Hoyes will be singing the lovely Pie has sung in France, Spain and with the Guest soloists are Candice Hoyes, Jesu from Faure’s Requiem. That move- Netherlands Opera. He has been praised soprano; Abigail E. Wright, mezzo-Sopra- ment is the most famous of the compos- by some of the most respected critics in no; James Patterson, bass, and Nicholas er’s large works and cited by some as the the country, including Andrew Porter of Candice Hoyes Houhoulis, tenor. ultimate Pie Jesu. Her smooth soprano the New Yorker who called called him “a our fine voices whose work has Mastersingers artistic director Jeff has been recognized in competitions on bass to watch – sonorous and beautiful in been critically hailed not only Faux announced their appearances by the east and west coasts and has taken timbre.” Facross the United States but inter- saying, “They are superb singers. Two her to Carnegie Hall and the Amadeus Houhoulis is currently singing in nationally will perform with the Fort have just finished engagements with the Open Ensemble in Salzburg, Austria. Gotterdammerung with the Metropolitan Myers Symphonic Mastersingers in con- Metropolitan Opera. Our bass, James Wright’s credits range from the popu- Opera and has also appeared in Met cert on Saturday and Sunday, March 24 Patterson, is a local talent who has sung lar Nellie in South Pacific to the chal- productions of Aida, Boris Gudonov and 25. with the San Francisco Opera and many lenging mezzo-soprano part in Verdi’s and Khovanshchina. He is respected as The Mastersingers are presenting their other opera houses around the country. Requiem and performances with the an excellent interpreter of romantic and annual spring concert in Fort Myers and “They have all electrified theater and Metropolitan Opera. character repertoire. Naples featuring the music of George opera goers and we’re very anxious to The Washington Post lauded her The Fort Myers concert is at 7 p.m. bring them to Southwest Florida audi- portrayal of Mary Boleyn in Anne of the on Saturday, March 24 in Faith United Thousand Days. Wright also received Methodist Church. The Naples concert critical acclaim for performing with “deli- is at 4 p.m. on Sunday, March 25 in MAKE ONLINE RESERVATIONS cious flair” and “in impressively good Moorings Presbyterian Church. THRU MARCH 22ND AT voice” as Concepcion. Tickets are $20 for adults and $15 Patterson makes his home in Naples for students. To purchase tickets, call BRATTASRISTORANTE.COM and performs with major operas and 275-5557 (day or evening) or 936-4129 & RECEIVE A FREE BOTTLE OF HOUSE WINE symphonies throughout the United (evenings only). VALUE $28.00 (ONE PER RESERVATION/TABLE) EXCLUDES EARLY BIRD

Food ★ ★ ★ Atmosphere ★ ★ ★ Service ★ ★ ★ 1/2 Michael Bratta & 10/7/11 Brenda Biddle invite you to experience “Bennigan’s, Poetic Voices Top heavy, these pines Biddle’s & now our newly renovated grant superiority Bratta’s has never dining room. For consideration, tasted so good!!! please send typed to the pelicans. poems with a At least on this island’s shore short biography to their mastery, unchallenged. Island Sun, 1640 Enjoy Entertainment 7 Nights! Periwinkle Way, Suite 2, Sanibel, JC Sulzenko’s poetry has been TAYLOR STOKES EVERY SATURDAY FL 33957 Attn: heard on radio and television and Sophisticated yet comfortable elegance with impeccable service Don Brown or send appears in a number of chapbooks a Microsoft Word and anthologies. Her work for chil- attachment to Corned Beef & Cabbage All Night $18 after early bird. donbrown@alum. dren is often featured at the Ottawa mit.edu International Writers Festival, which Offered on our pre ﬁ xe menu too! hosted the premiere of her one-act selected by Don Brown play for families about demen- Make Your Online Reservations while seats last! tia, What My Grandma Means to St. Patrick’s Day Special • Corned Beef & Cabbage At Tarpon Bay Road Beach Say, which a number of Alzheimer 2 FOR $20 During Our Every Day Early Bird 4pm-5:30pm by JC Sulzenko Societies use in their education With the purchase of two beverages (enjoy Happy Hour with this offer) programs. The May, 2011 Festival Eighteen pelicans launched Sulzenko’s sixth book for roost in one of four pine trees. children, the storybook adaptation of TANTALIZING STARTERS • DAZZLING ENTREES • SCRUMPTIOUS DESSERTS The entertainment: this play. She leads writing workshops white women, mostly sun-hatted, for emerging writers of all ages. • LUNCH: MON - FRI 11AM - 4PM DINNER - 7 NIGHTS : 4PM - 11PM stoop, pan for shells at high tide. Sulzenko lives in snowy Ottawa, HAPPY HOUR 4pm - 6:30pm Canada, and spent a blissful two It’s not their ocean: weeks on Sanibel in mid-February. 1/2 Price on all liquor, beer and wine by the glass those wingless creatures that can’t She cannot wait to return next year. Plus Discount Appetizers glide, soar and plunge, Information: www.jcsulzenko.com, [email protected]. • 239.433.4449 pouch a fish, swallow it whole, 12984 S. Cleveland Ave., Fort Myers leave a morsel for a tern. ISLAND SUN - MARCH 16, 2012 51

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Wonderful centenarians describe their International Film lives. The film is an entertaining compila- tion of all their various points of view and Festival Returns suggested remedies. A discussion with by Di Saggau wine and cheese follows the second film. Cost for the entire event is $30 per he 2nd annual BIG ARTS Young person. Tell your friends and plan on at Heart International Film Festival spending an afternoon and evening that Twill take place Sunday, March 25 includes two terrific films, boxed dinner, in Schein Hall. The festival features age- discussions along with wine and cheese. affirming foreign and independent films For tickets, call 395-0900 or stop by about people living and thriving in their the BIG ARTS Marks Box Office, 900 Join us at Captiva Island’s favorite family-fun gathering place — the Crow’s Nest — as we 60s, 70s, 80s and beyond. Two top- Dunlop Road on Sanibel. It’s best to get celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with an evening of Irish music, food and (of course) libations! notch films will be shown. your reservations in a few days ahead of C’mon and o’party! At 3 p.m. you’ll see the acclaimed the event. Saturday, March 17 | 5-9PM | Irish Music | Corned Beef & Cabbage | Irish Drink Specials Korean film Poetry. Treasured Korean The BIG ARTS International Film actress Yun Jung-hee portrays Mija, a Festival, takes place on Sunday, March woman whose efforts to write are hin- 25 and we hope to see you there. dered by the onset of dementia and other disturbing events in her life. Out of her pain, through poetry, Mija finds a way NOT ONLY DO WE MAKE EVERY NIGHT SPECIAL. to really see the world, with its flowers, rustling trees, laughing people – and in WE MAKE SPECIALS EVERY NIGHT. doing so, turns reality into art, tragedy into the sublime. It’s an extraordinary transformation. The film is an example of how art allows us to rise out of ourselves to feel for others. A discussion and boxed dinner follows the film. At 6 p.m., the documentary How To Live Forever will be screened. Filmmaker Mark Wexler does a very good job of transcending taboos – social and/or emotional – about the difficult subjects of aging and death, using gentle humor to introduce those who excel at keeping their dread and fear at bay. Famous people expound on everything from consuming a cocktail of hormones, to the beneficial effects of humor, along with physical and intellectual active and forward thinking.

From page 49 The Crow’s Nest is one special place, every night of Monday & Thursday: Crazy Crab Races the week. Tuesday Special: Prime Rib, $29.95 (for two!). 1YWMG*VMHE]7EXYVHE]9RHIVXLI-R¾YIRGI Half Price Movies Wednesday Special: Surf & Turf, $24.95. Friday Special: Tuesday & Wednesday: Taylor Stokes The discount movie ticket offer is good for all showings at the Island Cinema through Fish Fry, $17.95. Sunday Special: Barbeque, $17.95. Thursday, March 15. John Carter is rated PG-13. The discount movie ticket offer is good for all showings at the Island Cinema through Thursday, March 22. Watch the City of Sanibel’s website (www.mysanibel.com) for future movie dates. Due to limited capacity in the theatre, Rec Center members wishing to utilize this discount are strongly urged to purchase their tickets at the cinema, located at 535 Tarpon Bay Road, in advance. For more information, contact the Sanibel Rec Center at 472-0345. 15951 CAPTIVA DRIVE 239.472.5161 TWEEN-WATERS.COM 52 ISLAND SUN - MARCH 16, 2012 A Mystical Musical At Broadway Palm by Di Saggau erner and Loewe’s mystical Brigadoon is playing at The LBroadway Palm Dinner Theatre, and it makes for a magical evening. The musical is beautifully played, exquisitely staged, and performed by a phenom- enally gifted cast. Two Americans, Tommy Albright (Jason Fleck) and Jeff Douglas (Victor Legarreta) stumble upon a mythic 18th century Scottish village that appears but once every 100 years. The two are complete opposites. Tommy is the serious one, and Jeff a glib tongued rascal who Meg (Morgan Springer) and Jeff (Victor throws out numerous funny one-liners Legarreta) that have been updated since the production’s debut in 1947. Their time on stage Another bright spot is Sal Pavia as The dramatic Sword Dance together was lots of fun. Charlie Dalrymple, with his soaring tenor exquisite, especially during the wedding down the aisle playing the magnificent The two arrive on the day of a wed- voice in I’ll Go Home with Bonnie Jean, scene. There’s a beautiful dance solo by pipes and later plays again for the assem- ding between two of the young townfolks. as well as other numbers. Many in the Alyson Bloom who plays Fiona’s sister, bling of the clans. Well done Len. Tommy becomes mesmerized by a charm- talented cast get short solos and all are Jean MacLaren. The sword dance is I recommend you see Brigadoon ing Scottish lass, Fiona MacLaren (Jeannie delightful. another highlight. before it once again disappears into Shubitz), and their strong, clear voices Meg Brockie (Morgan Springer) Brigadoon is romantic and moving the mist. It plays through March 31 at help to weave the magic of the story. plays an exuberantly amorous milkmaid and whisks the audience away to another Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre, 1380 They are perfectly paired for several love who bewails her husband-hunting woes time and another place. There’s a wealth Colonial Boulevard in Fort Myers. For songs, The Heather on the Hill, The to wryly resistant Jeff, the more jaded of talent, no weak links to be found. tickets visit www.BroadwayPalm.com, call Love of My Life, Come to Me, Bend to American visitor. Springer romps through Director M. Seth Reines has done a beau- 278-4422 or stop by the box office. Me, There But For You Go I, and the the tale of My Mother’s Wedding Day tiful job with the entire ensemble. classic Almost Like Being in Love. It’s with relish. Adding greatly to the show is Len some of the best music ever written. The dance numbers, choreographed Wood from Phoenix, Arizona playing the by Dottie Lester White, are lively and bagpipe. He opens the show by coming

Local Author To Give MARCH Presentation At Captiva Library n Wednesday, OMarch 21, WINE DINNER Sanibel author Charles Sobczak March 27 | 7 p.m. will be doing a PowerPoint presentation at the RSVP by March 26 Captiva Memorial Library, located $40/Person at 11560 Chapin 3-Course Tasting Meal Lane. The presentation will begin at Charles Sobczak 1st Course – Beer-Battered Conchch Fritters 4:30 p.m. Sobczak’s presentation will feature The 2nd Course – Mahi Mahi Fajita Nature of Southwest Florida. It contains 3rd Course – Rib Eye with Steak Fries material, including old postcards, photographs and writing, from his last three All paired with Hacienda Araucano wines. non-fiction titles: Alligators, Sharks & Panthers, Living Sanibel and The Living Gulf Coast. Many of the slides are from f award-winning photographers Alan S. Locally owowned, fresh and fun! Maltz, Dick Fortune, Sara Lopez and Judd Patterson. The presentation is a unique and, at times, humorous look at our relationship with the Florida environment: from the arrival of Ponce de Leon in 1513 through the current status of the parks, preserves and the invasive Burmese pythons of today. There is no admission charge to the event and there will be a brief question and answer period directly following the presentation. MaM rkkete open 7 daysy : 11 a.mm. to 9 p.m. Sobczak’s latest book, The Living Gulf Coast – A Nature Guide to Southwest ReR stauuraant: Sun. – Thur.r 11 a.a m.m – 9 p.m., Fri. – Sat.t 11 a.a m.m – 10 p.p m. Florida recently won a gold medal from the Florida’s Publishers Association as the 176550 San Carlos Blvd.d , Ft. Myere s,s FL 33939 1 best non-fiction title in the Sunshine State, 2011. His first non-fiction book, Alligators, 232 9.9 4882.2 6767655 | ShoalsWiW neBaar.r cocom Sharks & Panthers, won two silver medals and one regional bronze medal in 2007. continued on page 53 ISLAND SUN - MARCH 16, 2012 53 During a lengthy and lively question lar to Germany in World War II. Iran Plans Nuclear session, Kagan said that if Israel attacks Kagan, who explained he had sup- the Iranian nuclear sites, Iran “for cer- ported the move to war against Iraq Arsenal, Forum Told tain” will retaliate with missile attacks on in 2003,.added, “In contrast, a push by Max Israel, and also American bases in the for war has not been called for (in Friedersdorf region. Washington), and I am not calling for a “I also suspect they will try terrorist strike on Iran.” ran is not plan- attacks in the United States,” Kagan Kagan’s remarks faulted the ning to build continued, as well as oil pipelines and Administration on numerous issues, Ijust one or two water supplies in Saudi Arabia. charging that failure to get involved fur- nuclear bombs, With regard to “isolating” Iran, ther in the Yemen, Somalia and Syrian according to Dr. Kagan pointed out that they have strong conflicts “was a lousy place to be... the Frederick Kagan, friends and allies like Russia, China, and decision doesn’t make a whole lot of during a speech at Venezuela, with Russia capable and will- sense.” The Forum at BIG ing to block any moves against Iran in ARTS on March the United Nations. 4, but rather “they Another questioner wanted to know From page 52 are planning to build a nuclear arsenal” if there is a comparison to be made containing 50 to 100 weapons. between the Iranian situation and Iraq Local Author Kagan, a former professor at West where war was sold on misinforma- His first novel, Six Mornings On Point and currently a resident scholar tion about weapons of mass destruc- Sanibel, recently had an unprecedented at the conservative think tank American tion. Kagan said the situation with Iran seventh printing. Enterprise Institute in Washington, D.C., Dr. Frederick Kagan is “very, very different, and we know The author will also be introducing an said he was speaking “very authorita- exactly what is going on... this is not excerpt from his new, forthcoming novel, tively” about Iran’s plans and predicted “I can assess, with high confidence, they are setting the stage to build a hypothetical.” which is set in the year 2043. The work they could “probably” produce their first In response to another question is titled The Year of the Bad Decision, nuclear bomb by the end of this year. large nuclear arsenal,” he added. America’s other greatest threat about the usefulness of negotiations, and the story line looks back on the The speaker asserted there is “no Kagan said this is a “classic” case of effects of climate change between the other conceivable explanation for “besides Iran,” Kagan continued, is Al Qaeda which has “not been defeated or “Iran wanting to buy time.” Kagan also present time and 30 years from now. It is Iran’s nuclear production” and labeled expressed “no basis” for expecting any a futuristic thriller in the tradition of Brave Iran as an “enemy that is trying to kill destroyed,” and is spreading in places like Yemen, Somalia and Iraq, where success for sanctions, and said argu- New World and 1984. It is the scariest Americans every day and succeeding.” ments that Iran has not yet decided to book the author has ever written. Iran is planning on Hiroshima-size Kagan expects a sectarian civil war to erupt. build a bomb, are a “skillful divergence Copies of all of the authors’ books will weapons and concealed their nuclear of the question.” be made available after the presentation facilities too deep for Israeli bombs, Kagan argued against U.S. military withdrawal in Afghanistan, citing the Asked about the threat to the United at a discounted price. This program is a according to Kagan, who also reported States, Kagan said Iran is not as big a part of the Captiva Library’s Cultural Fest that Iran is working on intermediate possibility of a re-emergence of Al Qaeda if the 75,000 American troops threat as the former Soviet Union was, and the reading public is cordially invited range ballistic missiles to deliver the but if the U.S. abandons the Middle to attend. For additional information, nuclear war heads. leave and Afghanistan becoming a law- less, failed state. East, Iran could build a threat to us simi- contact the Captiva Memorial Library at 479-4636.

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I laughed out loud reading Palm Ridge Road on Sanibel. the first page, but won’t spoil it for you Crawford, who taught elementary by revealing why. school for 35 years, knows how impor- Some of the paragraphs involve St. tant it is for children to be able to dis- Patrick’s Day. There’s one about celebrat- cuss difficult situations. Thumbs Up or ing the holiday in Manhattan, and anoth- Thumbs Down deals with the sensitive er on Long Island. You may never view a topic of inappropriate touch. It provides Bloody Mary in the same light. You’ll also an excellent opportunity for discussion enjoy an amusing tale about volunteer between parents and children about the fireman in New York and how a dairy basics of child abuse and offers hope to strike affected serving Irish Coffee. those who have already been victimized. Joyce Holton Crawford You’ll recognize some local names and Don’t Call Me Michael is a story of locations and you’ll definitely get a feel bullying, friendship and forgiveness. This for what it’s like working behind bars. realistic fiction story provides lessons for Behind Bars is a quick, easy, fun Amazon, Barnes & Noble or by con- both children and adults. eBook to read. It contains entertain- tacting Norman Coffey at Norman@ Besides signing books, Crawford is ing stories from a lifetime behind the TheBehindBarsBook.com. also available to speak at schools, librar- bar and it’s available for $2.99 through ies, civic or church groups, etc. You can get more information by visiting Crawford’s website at joyceholtoncraw- ford.weebly.com. Lemmon To Hold Book Signing uthor Christine Lemmon will be doing a talk and book signing Top Ten Books Aat the Sanibel Public Library on Wednesday, March 21 at 2 p.m. On The Island Lemmon is a Sanibel resident and the author of a series of novels with the 1. Chasing Midnight by Randy Wayne theme of women struggling to realize White their true potential. Sanibel Scribbles is 2. Living, Loving and Losing a Son the story of Vicki Brightman, her best by Marilyn Rauth friend Rebecca, a six-month journey to 3. Secret Daughter by Shilpi Somaya another country, a roster of colorful char- Gowda acters, and the unexpected demands that 4. Soldeer‘s Wife by Margaret Leroy compel equally unexpected changes in 5. Kitchen House by Kathleen Grissom one’s life. 6. Sanibel Sunset Detective by Ron Set in 1953 era Florida, Portion Of Base The Sea is the complex story of 15-year- Book Signing 7. The Room by Emma Donoghue old Lydia Isleworth, who meets Marlena With Jerry Smith 8. Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel DiPluma, an aspiring Hollywood actress Captive Angel Society by Mary Ann Shaffer who give Lydia her journal and admon- Christine Lemmon Friday, March 16 9. Sanibel and Captiva: Our Islands ishes that Lydia is capable of accomplish- behind when she moves from New York from 11am-1pm1pm in the Sun by Jim Anderson and Jim ing anything that she wants to achieve. City to Sanibel Island. Becky ﬂ ees to her George Sand In My Eyes is the story of Anna For more information, call the library uncle’s dolphin 10. Three Sunrises by Kristen Hartman Hott, who leaves her high-pressure life, at 472-2483. research facility in Courtesy of Sanibel Island Bookshop. failing marriage and demanding children the Florida Keys. Shee becomes enthralled with a handsome conservation activist who opposes marine Crawford To Attend Book Signing mammal captivity andd forces her to question theth morality lit uthor Joyce Holton Crawford will appear at a book signing on Tuesday, of her uncle’s business. Becky Irish Saying March 20 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The Island Book Nook, 2330 Palm Ridge nearly destroys the research and ARoad on Sanibel. Crawford will be signing copies of her book, Don’t Call Me education facility in the process. Slainte! Michael. 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Volunteers load Sanibel bikes bound for Immokalee. Pictured from left are Bryan James, Billy Kirkland, Bill Sartoris, George Sousa, Norm and Helen Flemington or the fifth consecutive year, residents of Sanibel and Captiva dug into their garages and storage spaces and came up with over 100 used or unneeded Fbicycles for donation to the 2012 Bike Collection Drive. The effort was created as a way to collect surplus bicycles from the islands and place them with new owners in the Immokalee farm worker community, where bikes help meet basic transportation needs. Since it began, this effort has delivered over 600 bikes to the Immokalee community. Mark “Bird” Westall with the platform on its This year’s collection placed 17 bikes and helmets with deserving new owners in the temporary legs The platform standing next to where the continued on page 6B hole was dug, still supported by the crane platform for the eagle nest at the original site. SCCF’s West Sanibel River Building a new platform APreserve on Sanibel was installed Once the nest came down in October, Shared Use Path Clean-up Day on March 6 by SCCF and Lee County SCCF Living With Wildlife educator Dee olunteers are invited to Electric Coop (LCEC), with assistance Serage, biologist/sea turtle Coordinator participate in the annual by Sanibel eagle expert Mark “Bird” Amanda Bryant and Biologist/Shorebird VShared Use Path Clean-up Westall. Monitoring Coordinator Joel Caouette Day on Wednesday, March 21. Last fall, the eagles had begun working met with Westall to talk about putting up Sponsored by the Sanibel Bicycle on their nest in a dead tree on the West a platform at the original Gulf Pines site in Club, this event is an opportu- Sanibel River Preserve, which had been order to help this pair remain there. nity for everyone who uses and their nesting site for several years. In the There are several reports of bald eagles enjoys the island’s path system early hours on October 18, before there successfully raising young in nests on man- to spend a few hours helping to were eggs in the nest, the tree snapped in made platforms. Westall designed the plat- keep the paths clean and safe. half and fell. SCCF staffers and many oth- form based on his experience plus exam- Clean-up activities are sched- ers began watching the eagle pair closely ples in the scientific literature, and SCCF’s uled to begin at 8:30 a.m. and to see how they would cope. Within a chief Hammerhead, Dean Skaugstad, built end at 10:30 a.m. at four different week, both eagles were seen flying with the platform. (There is a half-size model in points on the shared use paths: nesting materials in their talons and began SCCF’s Nature Center.) A handful of eagle (1) East End: Starts at the bike working on at least two nests, one in the nesting platforms have been built in the racks at the corner of Periwinkle original Gulf Pines site and one nearby. U.S. in northern states, but little formal Way and Bailey Road; Usually, only one nest will be used for research has been conducted. (2) Middle Island: Starts at nesting in any given nesting season, but Westall, who has worked with LCEC the Holiday Inn at the corner of Amy Lou Waters of Sanibel with granddaugh- field studies have shown that bald eagles for years on osprey nesting platforms, Donax Street and Middle Gulf ters Abby, Eliza and Louisa Wright, visiting from often build multiple nests within their terri- approached LCEC about participation in Road; Massachusetts, at last year’s Shared Use Path tory, with an average of 1.5 nests per ter- the project last fall. LCEC offered to pro- (3) West Gulf and Tarpon Bay Clean-up ritory, and ranging from one to five nests. vide the 80-foot wood transmission pole Road Area: Starts at the corner of During the Thanksgiving holiday, the as well as the equipment, manpower and Tarpon Bay and Palm Ridge Road; new nest also came down (there were expertise needed to install it. The plat- (4) Sanibel-Captiva Road to Blind Pass: Starts at the Rabbit Road/San-Cap path not yet any eggs in the nest). The pair form’s final height is approximately crosswalk. remained on the nearby nest but that nest continued on page 8B Participants should choose their preferred area and arrive at the start point by 8:30 was ultimately abandoned. The eagles had recently begun working again on a nest at continued on page 6B 2B ISLAND SUN - MARCH 16, 2012 wheat-free/gluten-free products, this Center 4 Life seminar with Rachel Lammers will include product samples and manufacturer repre- Programs sentatives. anibel Fit 4 Life is the motto at Learn to Weave with Edie Flagg – TRUST the Center 4 Life. All ages are Thursday and Friday, March 22 and 23, Swelcome. Island Seniors, Inc. 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. Learn to weave on members can buy coupon booklets from a rigid heddle loom that is simple, com- the City of Sanibel at the Center 4 Life, pact and portable. The set-up is easy 2401 Library Way, or at the Sanibel and you can begin weaving right away. Recreation Center. Booklets of 12 cou- With a variety of yarns, you can weave pons are $42, or get three coupons scarves, towels, placemats, pillow covers for $10.50. Members of the Sanibel and more. You will weave a scarf in class. 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Training officer Tim Barrett delivers instructions to fellow firefighters Carl Johanson Members of the Sanibel Fire & Rescue District break through the front door of a West Gulf and Josh Koza Drive property, where firefighters conducted several days of training ISLAND SUN - MARCH 16, 2012 5B

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Several local organizations participate Sanibel Bicycle Club team leaders will in conducting the local Bike Collection provide participants with orange safety Drive, including the Sanibel Bicycle Club vests, trash and recycling bags, along with and Billy’s Rentals, who provide vol- recycling instructions. unteers for collection, cleaning, repair Billy’s Rentals is again joining with the and transport of the bikes; Soon Come Bicycle Club to promote Shared Use Path Contract Hauling, who coordinate pick- Clean-up Day with its customers. For ups and cash donations; and Sanibel those who want to participate but don’t Congregational United Church of Christ, have a bike, Billy’s Rentals will provide a who provide storage and repair space, bike for the day at no charge, along with plus financial support. Cash donations small litter bags to be returned at the end from LCD Trucking and from several of the day with the bikes. Billy’s Rentals Adding a child’s seat makes an instant local private individuals were used to help is also picking up all the bags of trash and “bicycle built for two” with purchase of repair parts, and the recyclables collected by the teams at the Kiwanis Club of Sanibel-Captiva donated From page 1B end of the event. funds to purchase helmets so that each Participants should bring/wear the fol- Bike Collection child receiving a bike also got a helmet. lowing items: Distribution of the bicycles in - Helmet (if coming by bike) new owners in the Sanibel community, Immokalee is managed by Redlands Sanibel Bike Club member Bebe Panepinto - Old shoes (you may get dirty) most of whom were identified through Christian Migrant Association (RCMA), a - Gardening gloves FISH of Sanibel. The Bike Collection helps a little one get started on her new set non-sectarian, non-profit group affiliated of wheels - Bandana or towel Drive is a classic example of how one with United Way. RCMA coordinates dis- - Drinking water person’s unwanted item can be turned ments, seat and handlebar adjustments, tribution through numerous other social For further information, contact Bill into someone else’s treasure. rust removal and lubrication, the bikes support agencies in Immokalee. Madsen at 395-0963. Information on Island bikes were collected over the were finally made ready for their new “Thanks to everyone who helped with the Sanibel Bicycle Club can be found at past two months and put through a owners. the effort – those who donated bikes, www.sanibelbicycleclub.org. “rehabilitation workshop” staffed by vol- “Many of the bikes that were collected made cash contributions, or volunteered unteers to make them operational and came in looking a little rough. However, their time and energy to make the safe for their new owners. Workshop vol- with some cleanup and maintenance we Collection Drive happen,” added Patti unteers, headed by Sanibel Bicycle Club got them working just fine, and we’ve Sousa, coordinator for the Collection members Norm and Helen Flemington, made sure they are safe to ride,” said Drive. “Your efforts have made a real, held weekly work sessions in space Norm Flemington. “Their new owners positive impact on the lives of our less Assisted Living provided by the Sanibel Congregational will be very happy to get them.” fortunate neighbors.” United Church of Christ. After many Last Friday, the rehabbed bikes bound Psst! Hot Watts mechanical repairs, tube and tire replace- for Immokalee were loaded onto trucks by Priscilla Friedersdorf he government in its Tinfinite wis- Hortoons dom has eliminated our Right to Bear Light Bulbs. This recent directive mandates, in the interest of energy preservation, light bulbs that have a longer life span and use less electricity but cast an eerie pallor over our lives. Condo hallways, newly carpeted and redecorated at great expense, are fitted out with the new light fixtures and now have all the charm of a seedy hotel or Health Park’s emergency room. “I mean, really, Honey, tell me, didn’t we just redecorate the kitchen and bathroom 20 years ago by removing those ghastly florescent tubes?” A cafeteria I frequent has lost its cozy aura; the meat loaf has a gray, unappetiz- ing pallor, green beans lie limp and wan, cherry and lime jello no longer shimmer jewel-like but radiate an unearthly glow. Even Angelina Jolie and George Clooney would lose their radiance, cower and wilt under this pale, ephemeral glare; well, maybe Jolie, heh, heh. 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From page 6B Assisted Living tion by bombing some god-forsaken ter- Westall worked with LCEC’s crew to attach the platform to the top of the pole rain? Must we now bring horror to our bathroom mirrors? I still have “hope” but From page 1B Drilling the hole I didn’t know “change” meant the light bulbs. Eagle Nesting original nest site. Biologists have shown I have calculated an approximation of that an eagle pair will continue to nest in how many more soft glowing 100 wait- Platform the territory where they have successfully ers I’ll need for my remaining life span 70 feet because 10 percent of the pole fledged young before. Even if a pair skips minus and considering how many years I length – plus an additional two feet of the a year raising young, they may remain can no longer stand on a stool to change pole – goes into the ground. Installation loyal to that site. them, plus a few in reserve to leave to of the new platform was delayed until During Tuesday’s installation, an eagle, my descendants. That is 10 burned out March because the ground has been too an osprey and a red-shouldered hawk bulbs a year, minus the stash of 30 in the wet for LCEC’s heavy equipment to be flew by for a closer look at the platform. pantry and 10 cartons in the linen closet, able to get to the nest site. SCCF worked with both the Florida times... well you figure it out. I am off to A slatted shade structure was created Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission Bailey’s Hardware. and the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Finally, a LCEC crew member went up to on the south side of the platform to cre- Note: Bailey’s sells a 4-pack of 40, ate shade for the chicks since, unlike on permitting for the platform. SCCF 60, 75 or 100 watt bulbss for $1.79; the platform in a cherry picker in order to is formulating a research project to be cut all of the twine which had been woven nests in trees, there’s nothing to shade 3-way soft white bulbs are $2.99; a into the nest to keep it in place during the the nest during the hottest part of the associated with the platform, which was 4-pack of cylindrical new bulbs (23-100 installation process day. The platform was placed near the also requested by the permitting agencies. watts) which last 10 years, is $16.99.

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12B ISLAND SUN - MARCH 16, 2012 Around The Islands With Anne Sanibel Offers Plenty of Ways To Celebrate St. Paddy’s Day by Anne Mitchell round the island this weekend, there are lots of opportunities for the wearing of the green and the drinking of Athe green beer, not to mention the eating of traditional Irish foods. • Celtic Stew Irish Band will be entertaining Saturday from 7 to 10 p.m. on the patio at Doc Ford’s Sanibel Rum Bar & Grille, 975 Rabbit Road, Sanibel, phone 472-8311. • Traditions on the Beach is throwing a two-day celebration this weekend, starting Friday with a St. Patrick’s Eve Extravaganza. Guests will be entertained with Irish sing-alongs with Irish Joe McCormick and Barbara Smith. Be ready for lots of dancing. The Extravaganza continues Saturday with more sing-alongs and dancing, this time with Marvilla Marzan joining McCormick on vocals. Traditions is at 3111 West Gulf Drive, phone 472-4559 for reservations. • Green beer will be flowing on St Patrick’s Day at The Island Cow, 2163 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, phone 472-0606. • The Bistro @ Beachview will celebrate St. Paddy’s Day with traditional fare and libations on Saturday. The restaurant is at 1100 Par View Drive, off Donax Street, phone 472-4394. • George & Wendy’s Seafood Grille is having a St. Patrick’s Day bash on Saturday afternoon from 1:30 to 5:30 p.m. in the parking lot at Bailey’s shopping center, 2499 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel with Chris Casdia and Friends. On the menu will be a traditional reuben sandwich, grouper reuben, shepherd’s pie and corned beef and cabbage as well as special drinks. The party will continue inside with Billy Metts, folk guitarist, from 8 to 11 p.m. Phone 395-1263 for reservations. • And St. Paddy’s Day would hardly be complete without something for those with a sweet tooth. Pinocchio’s Original Italian Home Made Ice Cream has created two flavors for the occasion, Peppermint Patty and Irish Cream. The store is on Sanibel’s east end at 362 Periwinkle Way. • If you don’t care for green beer or corned beef and cabbage, you can still go green on St. Paddy’s Day. Treat yourself to some native plants from Sanibel- Celtic Stew Irish Band will be playing at Doc Ford’s Sanibel Rum Bar & Grille on Saturday, Captiva Conservation Foundation’s Native Plant Nursery at 3333 St. Patrick’s Day Sanibel-Captiva Road, phone 472-1932. Nursery staff also make house calls to help you design a customized low-maintenance vocals. Traditions is at 3111 West Gulf Drive, phone 472-4559. yardscape. Cip’s Place has live music from 6 to 9 p.m. on Tuesday, Friday and Saturday with Here’s a money-saving tip. Sign up for Jimmy G on steel drums. Steve “Scooter” Reynolds performs Thursday and Sunday a family membership to SCCF and you get from 6 to 9 p.m. Cip’s is at 2055 Periwinkle Way. Phone 472-0223. Sanibel a one-time complimentary consultation. The Jacaranda has entertainment nightly from 7 to 11 p.m. On Friday and LIVE ON THE ISLANDS Saturday, various artists are featured. On Sunday, it’s Jamaica “Dave” & Co., reggae Real Estate Is... Traditions on the Beach at the Island and dance; Monday, Renata, jazz, contemporary music and dance; Tuesday, Steve Inn has live entertainment nightly. In addi- “Scooter” Reynolds, accoustic guitar, contemporary music and dance; Wednesday, tion to Friday and Saturday’s St. Patrick’s Buckeye Ken, contemporary, Top 40 and blues; Thursday, 2 Hot, contemporary, reg- Day Extravaganza, this week’s lineup gae and dance. The Jacaranda is at 1223 Periwinkle Way, phone 472-1771. includes: Monday and Tuesday, Sanibel Traders Store & Cafe features music by Chris Workman Wednesdays from 7 to “Pianoman” Joe McCormick with classic 10 p.m. and Danny Morgan and Friends on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7 to 10 piano favorites and smooth vocal stylngs, p.m. Traders is at 1551 Periwinkle Way, phone 472-7242. R&B, jazz and pop; Wednesday, Prime Chip’s Sanibel Steakhouse features Michael David playing light classical guitar Rib & Prime Jazz with Father Al & the on Wednesdays and Saturdays. The steakhouse is at 1473 Periwinkle Way, phone Jazz Congregation featuring vocalist Paul 472-5700. Ventura; Thursday, Joe McCormick is back The Crow’s Nest at ’Tween Waters Inn, Captiva has entertainment Fridays and on the keys playing audience favorites; Saturdays from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Crab races are Mondays and Thursdays with the ...Paradise Found! Sunday, the popular Dusk Duo with Dean family show at 5:30 p.m. and grown-up races at 9 p.m. The Crow’s Nest is at 15951 and Kathy Winkleman on piano, guitar and Captiva Drive, phone 472-5161. www.1520AngelDrive.com The Island Cow on Periwinkle Way has live entertainment from 6 to 9:30 p.m. Direct Gulf access, 4 bedroom canal nightly. The line-up: Monday, Dan Confrey; Tuesday, Jeff Key; Wednesday, Ken home boasts pool, spa, dock, boat lift & Wasiniak; Thursday, Diana Lynn; Friday, Greg Watts; Saturday, Diana Lynn; and custom detailing throughout. $1,850,000 Sunday, Ken Wasiniak. Phone 472-0606. RC Otter’s, 11506 Andy Rosse Lane, Captiva, has live music daily with dining inside and out, phone 395-1142. Scan Code to View Property Details Instantly! Live entertainment at George & Wendy’s Seafood Grille: Wednesdays, Robbie Hutto, Thursdays Karaoke, Fridays Chris Workman. The restaurant is at 2499 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, Phone 395-1263. 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I need to prove myself to the Twins’ championship game. organization. I’m anxious to get going and want to be the best,” the six-foot-two, But he was quick to say that he was Fort Myers native Hudson Boyd, left, poses 240-pound Boyd said. drafted by the Twins for his pitching, and with Jim Rantz, senior director, minor The youngster was selected by the Twins in the first round (55th overall player) that will be sole concentration in profes- leagues, Minnesota Twins, prior to the start of the 2011 Major League Draft after a phenomenal high school record. In his sional baseball. of 2012 spring training senior year he went 12-0 with a miniscule 0.46 ERA with 123 strikeouts in 73 We’ve written so often – and it’s a innings pitched. That included a complete game shutout in the Class 3-A state proven fact – that minor league baseball semifinals. here, the Gulf Coast League Twins and the Fort Myers Miracle, have developed A fast ball and a curve ball are his favorite pitches and, in fact, Baseball America, numerous major league stars. the “bible” of professional baseball, rates his curve ball as the best in the Twins’ But Hudson Boyd might be the first Fort Myers native to earn that distinction. minor league system. The New Florida Tarpons Win First Game He smiled when told of this distinction, saying, “I have to learn to be more con- The Florida Tarpons are the fourth local indoor football team – the first three sistent.” failed – but the Tarpons of the Ultimate Indoor Football League got off to a good Boyd knows full well that high school baseball and professional baseball, even at start last week defeating the Mississippi Hound Dogs 58-35 at Germain Arena. the lowest level, are far different. 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leashed dogs are welcome. There is no MCGREGOR W OODS EAST END RETAIL CENTER Wiener fee for admission but there is a $5 Lee County parking fee. Race registration is Dog Derby available online at www.floridawienerd- ogderby.com. Prospective vendors and PENDING he 3rd annual Florida Wiener Dog SALE Derby will be held on Saturday, sponsors can visit the website or contact TMarch 24 at the Lee Civic Center Donna Ellis at donna@floridawienerdog- in North Fort Myers. Pre-race ceremo- derby.com. nies begin at 10:45 a.m. and the races The Florida Wiener Dog Derby, Inc. is commence at 11 a.m. This will be a a non-profit organization devoted to the fun-filled family day with vendors, dog support of local animal welfare organiza- demonstrations, entertainment and tions. activities. A new event, the Wiener Wannabe Race will be debuted. 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Applications Due two years (one year for students) 1560 Periwinkle Way he BIG ARTS Scholarship • Current resident of Lee County Sanibel, FL 33957 Award Program is now accept- Applications are available Monday Ting applications for The Robert through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Rauschenberg Scholarship and The at BIG ARTS, 900 Dunlop Road. All (239) 565-5840 cell • (239) 472-5187 ext. 202 • (800) 553-7338 ext. 202 Patricia Thurber Scholarship Trust. The application materials and complete schol- deadline to apply is Friday, March 30. arship program information may also be Students who have professional goals downloaded online at www.BIGARTS. James & Penny to pursue visual arts, music, dance, org/scholar.php. Scholarship inquiries theater, literary arts or film are invited may be e-mailed to BIG ARTS at info@ to apply for one of the awards. Funds BIGARTS.org. HETMANEK may be used for an educational institu- YOUR ISLAND REAL ESTATE EXPERTS tion’s tuition, books, art supplies and [email protected] equipment. A scholarship committee will Kindergarten consider funding for, but not limited to, CHECK OUT THESE LISTINGS FROM YOUR MOBILE PHONE BY TEXTING 85377 & THE PROPERTY NUMBER tuition associated with any arts-related Orientation degree or advanced workshops. he Sanibel School Kindergarten Applicants are eligible to apply if they Orientation is Thursday, March 22 meet any of the following criteria: Tfor children who will be five on or • High school senior planning to study before September 1, and who plan to the arts attend school in the fall. Orientation for • Student currently enrolled in accred- students is at 9 a.m. and orientation for ited undergraduate or graduate programs parents is at 6:30 p.m. the same day. 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Literacy skills March 17 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. There are strongly linked to success in school will be authors for all to meet, book sign- and in life. Access to books is a key fac- ings, presentations, story telling, technol- tor for developing reading skills. Studies ogy exhibits, contests and, of course, indicate that the number of books in food. The event is held rain or shine and AFFORDABLE/INCOME PRODUCING DON’T MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY! the home typically can predict a child’s it is free to attend. 2BR/2BA top fl oor, bright corner condo. Lowest priced with Gulf view. 1BR sleeps achievement. In middle-income neighbor- For a schedule of events see http:// Across from beach. Pool, deeded beach 4 at Sundial Resort. Well maintained & hoods, the ratio is 13 books per child. In readfest.org/. See you there! access, tennis, barbeque grills. 3 day turn key. Beach, tennis, pool, spa, health low-income neighborhoods, the ratio is Ms. Greggs is adjunct faculty at Edison rentals allowed generating good rental club,restaurants, grills, laundry, storage one book per 300 children. State College where she teaches psychology income. $299,000 & covered parking.$289,000 Outcome data are not favorable for and education courses. She is also Nationally Text T157250 to 85377 MLS/ID:2110077 Text T157248 to 85377 MLS/ID: 2101304 children with low literacy levels. Half of Certified School Psychologist and consultant youth with substance abuse problems for School Consultation Services, a private have reading problems and only 2 per- educational consulting company. Questions for www.IslandCoastExperts.com cent of children with low literacy skills publication may be addressed to smgreggs@ graduate from a four-year college. Further gmail.com. Not all questions submitted can be bad news is that 85 percent of all juve- addressed through this publication. 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It’s the artful combination of mixing unique Bank Gives To FISH, Sanibel Church Get Into textures together in a room that give that room its distinct personality! Decorating Utilizing pattern in your room’s overall design scheme can be just a bit trickier. A by Jeanie Tinch large pattern will make walls in a smaller et a mood! room seem even smaller. Fabric patterns Accent space! can add a strong accent in any room. SCreate your Rich floral patterns in lively colors will add own style! By using pizzazz and surprise when used in uphol- a few tried and true stered furniture pieces. decorating tech- Shape, too, will change a room. A niques, and spend- round or oval area rug could add just ing a little time the right touch to a living room seating doing some pre- arrangement. Window treatments can planning, you can also be designed to add interesting shapes definitely express to your windows and ultimately your your own unique tastes and help shape entire room. the interior of your home. Careful planning lets you use the ele- Professional decorators’ techniques ments of shape, pattern and texture to for using texture, shape and pattern are their maximum effect. And when teamed often well kept secrets. But the fact is with color, you’ve created a distinctive that these techniques are not that difficult. look for your home. It’s fun, it’s easy and Winner Gary Decker with Bank of the Islands’ Rob Lisenbee and Betsy Heizmann, and You can use elements of texture, shape I guarantee you’ll be thrilled with your Shelton Gwaltney from the Sanibel Community Church and pattern to create winning combina- new look. If you need any assistance your ary Decker is the most recent winner of the We Love Our Islands promo- tions for your home. The key to your suc- local decorator will be more than happy tion sponsored by Bank of the Islands. Decker was spotted with a We Love cess is careful planning. to help. GOur Islands decal on his vehicle. That won him the right to select which local Texture, for example can be used for Jeanie Tinch is an interior decora- non-profit cause would receive a charitable contribution of $200. This contribution contrast. Can you visualize the texture tor on Sanibel. She can be reached at marks $46,400 given to island non-profits through the bank’s We Love Our Islands combinations of bricks and silks? Texture [email protected]. program. can be found in drapery and upholstery Decker chose to split his gift between the Sanibel Community Church and FISH of fabrics, wall coverings, area rugs, tapestry Sanibel. wall hangings, metal sculpture and iron “We’re so happy Jim with Gary’s selection for our donation,” said Bank of the Islands vice president/Sanibel office manager Rob Lisenbee. “The Sanibel Community Church and FISH are both pillars in our community, finding ways to support neighbors and the neediest among us. Gary Decker really helped us show how much we appreciate being your island bank.” All islanders are invited to stop by the Bank’s Sanibel and Captiva offices to get a free We Love Our Islands decal. CATS & DOGS Foundation To Host Navigating Autism Program he Surf & Song Foundation will host its annual Surf and Song TFestival on March 30 and 31 at Centennial Park and in the River District 90 local and regional bands are perform- in downtown Fort Myers, featuring more ing. For the full concert lineup, visit www. than 100 musicians, arts and crafts, a surfandsongfestival.com/band-lineup/. Kids Zone and great food and drinks. The event kicks-off March 30 in All proceeds from the event will benefit Centennial Park. Gates open at 4 p.m. I Have Answers to the new Navigating Autism program at and the music starts at 5 p.m. On The Children’s Hospital of Southwest March 31, gates will re-open at 11 a.m., Florida. Your Estate Planning with performances beginning at noon. “We hope the community will come Advanced tickets are $25 and are avail- out and be a part of the largest all- able at www.surfandsongfestival.com/ charity music festival in Florida,” said Fritz Questions. tickets/. Tickets are $30 at the gate. Caraher, Surf & Song Foundation presi- “Our singular focus is to support The dent and festival chairman. “We have Will Power Columnist: Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida gathered some great national music acts and help meet the challenges presented and local arts and crafts vendors to help BCS to children in our community who have Craig R. Hersch, shed light on an important issue affecting Board Certified Wills, Trusts & Estates been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum a growing number of local families. We Attorney; CPA Disorder (ASD),” said Mike VonPlinsky, hope everyone will join us for a weekend the Surf & Song Foundation executive of great entertainment benefiting local director and festival vice-chairman. “We children with autism.” are delighted to be an integral part of the The Surf & Song Festival will feature creation and maintenance of the hospi- or 15 music stages throughout a six block Call: 239-334-1141 tal’s Navigating Autism program through area of downtown Fort Myers. Thousands the funds raised at our annual festival and of fans are expected to cheer on mul- all pre-festival events.” Visit: www.sbshlaw.com tiple national headline acts including According to Dr. Guillermo Philipps, Cracker, Stephen Kellogg and the Sixers, the newest Pediatric Neurology Specialist John Waite, Matthew Ryan and Johnny 9100 College Pointe Ct. at The Children’s Hospital of Southwest Rzeznik, lead guitarist, singer and song- Florida, autism now impacts 1 in 110 Fort Myers, FL 33919 writer for the Goo Goo Dolls. More than continued on page ????B ISLAND SUN - MARCH 16, 2012 25B daughter of past island residents Liz planning, trusts, investments and Trust Company and Chuck Kindt. She graduated from Will You Outlive retirement planning. He is a Certified FGCU in 1999 with a BS in Education. Financial Planner, a Chartered Financial Adds Team Following a teaching career in the Lee Your Money? Consultant, a Chartered Life Underwriter, Member County School District, she obtained ill you outlive your money, or and holds a Masters degree in Business Florida licenses in real estate and insur- will your money outlive you? Administration. ance and was the founder and director of WThat question is on the minds Dorcey focuses his legal practice in Phoebe’s Nest, a preschool on Sanibel. of many individuals today. As a result, the area of Florida estate planning, asset She has worked in concert promotion Fort Myers wealth manager A. Scott protection, Florida probate, business plan- and has extensive experience in market- White and attorney Joshua Dorcey have ning, and small business litigation. He is a ing and public relations. created a free seminar to give people member of the American Bar Association She has served on the Children’s resources so they can plan to outlive and the Florida Bar Association’s Education Center Board of Directors as their money. Business Law Section, Real Property and fundraising chairman and vice-president, The seminar will be offered on Probate Section and the Wills, Trust and Kindt has two children, Hudson, 6 and Thursday, March 22 from 9:30 to 11:30 Estate Planning Section. Phoebe, 2. Her husband, Jonas Stirner, is a.m. and on Wednesday, March 28 from an archivist at The Robert Rauschenberg 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Sundial Beach Studio on Captiva. and Golf Resort, 1451 Middle Gulf Drive Regarding the new addition to his on Sanibel. The seminar is free and res- staff, Igo stated, “Beth’s background is ervations are required; call 936-6300 for perfectly suited for our company... she reservations. and her family have a strong commitment According to White, in today’s uncer- to the island. Our staff and clients will tain economic times, many people are benefit from her talents.” not on track to reach and maintain financial independence. “Our seminar will address the strategies to use to help minimize the impact of the volatile economy Beth Kindt on retirement plans,” White said. The seminar will also cover strategies designed To advertise in the to provide enough lifetime income. he Sanibel Captiva Trust Company Dorcey says that a comprehensive has announced that Beth Kindt Island Sun financial plan should always be comple- Thas joined the organization as mented by a comprehensive estate and Barrier Island assistant vice president responsible for Call 395-1213 asset protection plan. marketing, client relations and assisting White has 20 years of experience Title Services, Inc. president Terry Igo and the entire San in the financial services industry. 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Seeking Bicyclists ers may participate in the afternoon ride At JetBlue Park at no additional charge. he Lee Memorial Health System To Pedal & Play The City of Punta Gorda was recog- Foundation announced last week From page 24B icyclists of all skill levels are nized as the 2010 Florida Bicycle-Friendly Tthat tickets are now on sale for the invited to Punta Gorda, Fla., on Community of the Year by the Florida Boston Red Sox Children’s Hospital 15th Navigating Autism BSaturday, March 31 to Pedal & Bicycle Association and is the first and Annual Diamond Dinner, scheduled for children. The diagnosis of autism can be Play In Paradise with proceeds benefit- only Florida community to offer a free Tuesday, March 27 at 6 p.m. devastating to a family, and the choices ing Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and bicycle-loaner program. Called the Yellow This one-of-a-kind event offers guests for treatment can be overwhelming. The TEAM Punta Gorda’s Bicycle-friendly Bicycle-Loaner Program, TEAM Punta the opportunity to dine on the beauti- Children’s Hospital’s Navigating Autism Community Initiatives. Gorda led the way by purchasing bicycles ful grounds at JetBlue Park. Guests will program is designed to ensure all families Participants have five bicycle rides and coordinating rental locations. All that enjoy a delicious dinner provided by receive the best possible services and to choose: 15-mile, 30-mile, 62-mile, is required to loan a bicycle for an hour Outback Steakhouse of Fort Myers, an care. The “navigator” provides support a 10-mile Mystery Tour and the City or a day is a credit card, driver’s license interactive panel discussion with Boston and connections to medical and commu- Manager’s History Tour with Punta and signature of a waiver. Red Sox players and management and nity resources. With the help of a medical Gorda’s City Manager Howard Kunik and Currently, bicycles are available on a the chance to bid on a great selection of navigator, families are able to receive the local historian Captain Louis Desguin. space-available basis and can be picked fantastic auction items including hand- support they need to ensure the best out- The event is being hosted by TEAM up at six locations: Charlotte Regional signed Boston Red Sox memorabilia and comes for their children. Punta Gorda and Isles Yacht Club. Medical Center-Wellness Center (733 E. a chance to watch a game from atop The Surf & Song Foundation is a Laishley Marina in historic Punta Olympia Avenue, Fishermen’s Village Fenway Park’s famed Green Monster. charitable, nonprofit organization sup- Gorda serves as the hub of activity on Marina (1200 W. Retta Esplanade), Boston Red Sox manager Bobby ported by musicians, artists, businesses March 31. The day will begin with a Four Points by Sheraton Punta Gorda Valentine (scheduled to appear) serves and the public to raise awareness and welcome breakfast provided by Jack’s Harborside (33 Tamiami Trail), Isles as Honorary Chair for the event. funds for local charities in the community. Restaurant. Those who pre-register for Yacht Club (1780 West Marion Avenue), Proceeds will benefit an expansion of The For more information on the Surf & the event by March 21 pay a registration Laishley Park Municipal Marina (120 Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida. Song Foundation and this year’s festival, fee of $35 and receive a commemora- Laishley Court) and The Wyvern Hotel All funds raised will be matched dollar for visit www.surfandsongfestival.com. tive t-shirt, lunch provided by Jack’s (101 E. Retta Esplanade). dollar by a generous philanthropist. Restaurant, free beer to those of legal Additional information for Pedal & Tickets are $50 per person or $375 drinking age at noon, and enjoy steel Play In Paradise including online registra- for a table of eight. Children under 10 drum music provided by Island Vibes. tion can be found on their website (www. are $20 per ticket. To advertise in the Event day registration is $40 and does pedalandplayinparadise.com), at the Pedal To purchase tickets or for more infor- not include a t-shirt. & Play Facebook page (www.facebook. mation, e-mail BostonGolf@leememorial. Island Sun Sign-in and registration begins at 7 com/PedalAndPlay) and by viewing a org or call the Lee Memorial Health a.m. at the Laishley Marina Pavilions. YouTube video at http://bit.ly/pedal- System Foundation office at 343-6067. Call 395-1213 Riders will be happy knowing the 62-, play2012. Tickets to the March 27 game are not 30- and 15-miles rides will not be mass included in the Diamond Dinner ticket start events. 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solution for helping maintain a healthier communities we serve,” said Tracy The indoor environment. It’s a UV light sys- Red Sox, JetBlue Morgan, airport manager Fort Myers, tem. This device is installed inside your air JetBlue Airways. “We have proudly Environmentalist handler, your air handler happens to be Launch Community served Lee County for more than 11 best place for collecting all the aforemen- years and we are excited about this In All Of Us tioned allergens. Why? Your air handler is Corner Program new partnership which will allow us to by Bryan Hayes just like a plush beach resort for allergens. s part of their continuing out- encourage Red Sox fans to also become It puts out the welcome sign that say’s reach efforts, the Boston Red engaged in this great community.” he environment I am talking about open for business. It is dark and moist ASox and JetBlue are helping raise Community Corners include: here, though, is your immediate inside, and provides the perfect environ- awareness of and support for local com- Thursday, March 15 vs. St. Louis – Tenvironment – your home. As ment for their proliferation. munity groups through their second Island Coast AIDS Network spring approaches, I’m reminded by A UV light uses the ultraviolet C wave annual day-of-game initiative, the JetBlue Friday, March 16 vs. Minnesota – either friends or people out and about (like the sun’s) to help sterilize the inside Community Corner program. Special Equestrians that allergy season is here. While I can’t of the air handler and the air that passes JetBlue is the sponsor of JetBlue Monday, March 19 vs. Minnesota – help you control the dust and pollen through it. It reduces the output of these Park at Fenway South, the Red Sox’s Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium outdoors, I can definitely help you con- unhealthy nasties and prevents them from new 106-acre spring training and player Tuesday, March 20 vs. Toronto – trol the flow of allergens through your being put back into your home. If you development complex located at 11581 Wake Up America home’s comfort system. already have one installed, that’s great Daniels Parkway in Fort Myers. Thursday, March 22 vs. New York – Inside our homes, excessive moisture news. Just make sure that it gets inspect- A different non-profit organization will Brotherhood Ride can create growths, pets can dust every ed regularly and that old and burned out occupy a kiosk booth on Fenway South Saturday March 24 vs. Philadelphia – surface with their dander, carpets collect bulbs are replaced with new ones. Drive at each home game where they can March of Dimes anything and everything that can be con- Your HVAC contractor should have a distribute information to the 11,000 fans Tuesday, March 27 vs. Tampa – The sidered an allergen, dust collects in hard few options that you can consider to help that regularly attend Red Sox spring train- Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida to reach places, and unpleasant microor- you decide what air purification method ing games. Thursday, March 29 vs. Toronto – ganisms love to seek out various places to can better suit your home and budget. “The JetBlue Community Corner ini- Cajun Classic Foundation crop up in. I’ve talked about these things Bryan Hayes is a Sanibel air condi- tiative invites nonprofit groups to bring a Sunday, April 1 vs. Minnesota – The before, but it doesn’t hurt to throw in a tioning contractor. He also owns, with small number of volunteers to a Spring Harry Chapin Food Bank reminder, especially in case you’re read- his brother Todd, an electrical busi- Training game to distribute literature and Monday, April 2 vs. Washington – ing my article for the first time. ness on Sanibel. He can be reached at bring awareness about their organiza- PACE Center for Girls The first line of defense is filtration. I [email protected]. tion to fans attending a game at JetBlue The April 1 game will feature a food have written many articles on this subject. Park,” said Katie Haas, director of Florida drive for the Harry Chapin Food Bank. Another great defense is a rather simple business operations. Ticket holders are asked to bring non-per- “JetBlue strives to be a part of the ishable food donations to these games.

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Silent, Chinese & Live Auctions March 26, 2012 Broadway Palm Dinner Theater, Fort Myers Tickets: $35 & $50 VIP seating Silent Auction begins 5:00 p.m. • Buffet begins 5:30 p.m. For Tickets & Info: 239-768-1814 www.organsupport.org 501c3 NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION ISLAND SUN - MARCH 16, 2012 29B Dr. Dave tackle common yet embarrassing medical forgiveness for the past several months as topics, ranging from foot odor to halitosis I have had to leave town to film. Arnold, I Oprah Called... to infinity and beyond. And we pop up in will be right back to close up your biopsy malls and bars and such to impart some wound. Heather, please keep compres- Dr. Dave! fascinating, pertinent and very useful sions going on Mrs. Bloggins, until I’m Irish Saying tidbits that you – the everyday health con- back. Remember, two breaths for every by Dr. Dave sumer – can use. 30 compressions. Hepburn Saol fada chugat I have been tutored by bonny Scottish So please join me at the ranch for the prah: Is co-host Isla Traquair. Together, we are launch of Buy.o.logic on April 3 at 9:30 Pronunciation: this Dr. the stunning and the stunned. And she’s p.m. So far it is me, my dog Leo and my Sail fod-ah cu-gut ODave, the very, very funny. Not funny as in “Mrs. wife, who promises to peek her head in Canadian? Hepburn, that son of yours is, well, a little during commercials. I’ll have peanuts, Dr Dave: funny.” She is worth the price of admis- chips, wobbly pops, fluffy pillows and for Means: Depends. Is this sion alone. those of you so inclined... I’ve got a new Revenue Canada? If you don’t own OWN you won’t see water fountain in my executive washroom. Long life to you. Oprah: This is Isla or I, as apparently Oprah doesn’t Like the column? You’ll LOVE Oprah Winfrey. I’ll share her shows with ESPN, meaning the the book the Doctor is In(sane), avail- get right to it. Oz is only way I will ever get on ESPN is if I able at Sanibel Island Books & Gifts. skipping on down the yellow brick road climb the hockey glass naked again. Contact Dr. Dave or read more at www. somewhere over the rainbow. Besides, To my patients and staff, I beg your wisequacks.org. he’s a cardiologist and as such we figure he knows little of common topics like Eyelid Surgery Center toenail fungus. We took one look at you, Fort Myers Offi ce and immediately we thought “FUNGUS!” 239.481.9995 Dr. Dave: I see. Oprah: We’d like you to cohost a show on OWN, a show that deals with We are conveniently embarrassing yet common problems that located on the corner of folks have a hard time discussing with Summerlin and Winkler. their doctor. Dr. Dave: Well as you know medical integrity is important to me so let me ask, Over 65? does it pay well? Oprah: You’ll make Think eyelid surgery is not aff ordable? 1/9987239792606206884th of my salary. Medicare STILL pays! Dr Dave (hand covering the phone): Plastic & Reconstructive Eyelid Quiz Honey, we’re rich! Eyelid Surgery And then I woke up. Sort of. Can you see your eyelids? It wasn’t really Oprah, but it was close. It was Erin Redden, who is one step away Do you have to raise your eyebrows to see more clearly? from my wonderfully warped soul sista Have you hit your head on a cabinet door while open? Heather Hawthorn Doyle, half a step away from Bag Media, a step below Mitt Is it diffi cult to see beside you without turning your head left or right? Romney (who bows to Pope Benny Rat), Do your eyelids close while you are reading? a few feathers away from the archangel When you play tennis, do you have trouble serving? Michael and finally, up to Oprah. Like I said... close. Do your eyelids feel heavy? Natasha, COA The OWN network features shows like Shania Twain Sings Like An Ostrich If you answered “yes” to one or more of these questions, you qualify for a FREE, and Anna and Kristina’s Shoplifting no obligation eyelid screening performed by Natasha, COA. Bags. Not a lot of shows with wrenches, Sherman tanks or hockey player hilights, Screening candidates receive a $25 movie gift card. unless they’re undergoing blonde hilights in the latest metrosexual makeover show. Dean W. Larson, M.D. No, when it comes to OWN, there are a Before After lot of women involved. The bidet in the • Board Certiﬁ ed Eyelid executive washroom was a bit of a hint. So, at our very first team meeting, I looked Surgeon since 1990 around the room at all of these lovely estrogenic executives. “We have decided • Diplomat of Th e American that the first topic for our show will be...” Now I’m the kind of guy who prefers Board of Ophthalmology to shop at places with a tire or a burger on the roof. I like monster truck rallies • Over 15,000 surgeries and hockey fights – better yet, monster performed successfully WE OFFER hockey fights. If I ever accidentally find myself in the wrong (monarch butterflies • One-surgeon practice -- you always see the same doctor • No assembly-line surgery - you’re the only one and absorbent clouds) aisle at a grocery • Serving Lee, Charlotte • Personalized post-operative attention • Specialty-trained nursing staff store, I all but go catatonic. & Hendry County • Catered, accommodating care, tailored to your needs “... will be female orgasms.” NO DOCTOR REFERRAL NEEDED My jaw fell so hard that it knocked the patients for over 19 years lint out of my navel. They’re testing me. Before After I looked around for a camera. Nothing. The little Oompa Loompas running around my frontal lobe were heading to their panic stations. “Dr. Dave, as our expert what do you think of...” “Expert?? I don’t even know how to use a bidet, for Oprah’s sake!” So I don’t think we’re doing that topic www.EyelidsOnly.com first thing. But I might be wrong. We 30B ISLAND SUN - MARCH 16, 2012 generosity. Mom And Me Have you heard this from others? Free Autism Screening Bessie Dear Bessie, For Young Children Yes, I have. Many people are takers he Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida, in partnership with the Ronald and not givers – they accept all of the McDonald House Charities of Southwest Florida, offers a free monthly autism help from others, but will give nothing in Tspectrum disorder screening for toddlers 18 months to 5 years of age. return. The next screening will be held on Friday, March 16 from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Many people in our mobile society just the Sanctuary Outpatient Center, 8950 Colonial Center Drive in Fort Myers. seem to disconnect and keep the focus It is estimated that one in every 150 children is diagnosed with some form of on themselves and disregard their weak- Autism Spectrum Disorder, making it more common than childhood cancer, juvenile ened friends. diabetes and pediatric AIDS combined. I recently heard about a family that Medical consultants for the project stress that an early diagnosis can make a vast moved from a third world country to the difference for toddlers and their families. They say early intensive behavioral interven- by Lizzie and Pryce USA. They were delightful people and tion can make an immense difference not just in the development of the child, but in showed compassion to their neighbors, their families as well. izzie and Pryce answer your ques- and especially to a sick elderly neighbor. The ASD screening is conducted by the Neurosciences Center at The Children’s tions and give advice about aging Good people are everywhere, but Hospital, under the guidance of pediatric neurologist Jose Colon, MD, MPH. The Lconcerns from a two-generational there are also many self-centered individu- screenings are administered by an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner, who has perspective. A mother and daughter als who just keep their eyes totally on extensive training and experience in typical child development and developmental dis- team, Lizzie is a retired RN and health themselves. orders. educator, and Pryce is a licensed psy- Lizzie A physician referral is not required. To schedule a screening, call 343-6838. chotherapist in private practice who Dear Bessie, specializes in the care of elders and I understand your situation and how people with chronic illnesses. you feel. I can relate that to my work life. Dear Mom & Me, I have helped many people with increas- they can understand and apply to their I have enjoyed very good health and ing their referrals, making introductions March Is National everyday lives. As of June 2011, the “My feel compassion for those less fortunate. and assisting a few start their own busi- Plate” theme replaced the “My Pyramid” I have tried to help when people were ness. More times than not, my time and Nutrition Month by dividing a plate into four sections for sick with meals, gifts and taking people kindness were not returned in any way. I each food recommended, with a glass to to their doctors. I felt that I should help have not stopped helping people because ach March, the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics (formerly The represent dairy products, all which will those in need. that would change who I am. However, I benefit us for a lifetime. Recently, I had to have an operation am a little more selective in my attention. EAmerican Dietetic Association), the The 2010 guidelines recommend: with a long recovery. My “friends” and So maybe you should rethink your world’s largest organization of food and nutrition professionals, encourages con- • Consume “increased” fruits and veg- those I had helped were nowhere to be generosity. You will choose to continue to etables, grains and proteins. found. No telephone calls, cards, food or give to others, but be a little more selec- sumers to follow the dietary Guidelines for Americans which were revised in • Balance calories with physical activi- anything. I was completely dependent on tive. ties to manage a healthy weight. my husband and hired help. I am very Pryce 2010. In 1973, National Nutrition Month National Nutrition Month will help to disappointed that when in need, I was Lizzie and Pryce’s e-mail address is remind ourselves what foods to eat and ignored and I am going to rethink my [email protected]. was initiated as a week long event and, in 1980, became a month long observation amounts that should be on our plate, in response to growing public interest in creative ways to combine foods and to nutrition. think outside the box to make meals both March annually gives us an oppor- healthy and enjoyable. tunity to remind consumers that there For more information, visit www. is science and evidence based research health.gov/dietaryguidelines.org.

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Lic. #051047 Visitor education center greeters and gift ☼RR 3/16 CC 3/16 shop cashiers SR 11/13 B TFN SALE PENDING CROW - (239) 472-3644, ext. 231 or FOUND [email protected] 06 TOWNCAR A ladies watch. ☼RS 10/28 NC TFN COMPANION SERVICE 2006 Lincoln Designer Town Car Sanibel-Captiva Care and Companion Service, West Gulf Beach, Sanibel. Beige Less Than 90K $8,500. Call 239-472-0238 to identify. GREAT FAMILY HOME IN LLC Medical appointments, general transportation, New Brakes & Tires Runs Great shopping, light meal preparations, and light NS 2/24 NC 3/16 McGREGOR WOODS! 239-471-9517 ☼ VOLUNTEERS NEEDED cleaning. Our services are customized to meet 3/3/2 our clients needs. Call 239-395-3591, or ☼NS 3/16 CC 3/23 $299,000 At The Sanibel School for an emergency call 239-472-0556. Call Michelle Wesley SR 10/3 B TFN 239-910-8000 LOST BRACELET MATLACHA WATERFRONT 2000 BMW Z3 Lost gold charm bracelet with RS 3/9 NC 3/30 ☼ HOUSE CARE 41,000 miles, children’ heads. stick shift, excellent condition, Very sentimental...reward... While you are away by $10,999. Please call 472-2159 HEAD CUSTODIAN retired architect, Sanibel resident. 239-985-9523. ☼NR 3/16 NC 3/23 Call 395-1649. ☼NS 3/16 CC 3/16 At The Sanibel School Full benefi ts. ☼RS 11/12 NC TFN COMMERCIAL SPACE Tolls paid. ‘99 CADILLAC DEVILLE Unique artist’s home in midst Call Maureen at 472-1617. PROFESSIONAL ‘D ELEGANCE OFFICE SPACE FOR LEASE of art galleries, restaurants & ☼NS 3/9 NC 3/30 79,000 miles (original owner) fi shing community. $550,000 CLEANING SERVICES Silver w/black leather interior. Clean and in 700 square feet. Residential • Commercial good condition. For sale as is at $4,500 Good Periwinkle location. EAST END RETAIL CENTER Interior Windows • Carpet Cleaning Call 239-395-0467 (Sanibel) Call Joe BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES NR 3/16 CC 3/16 Jennifer Watson ☼ 516-972-2883. 239-810-6293 Attention Final Expense Agents: RS 3/2 PC 3/23 Top rated IMO expanding. Opportunities SR 11/13 N TFN ☼ exist throughout the southeast. We are PETS FOR SALE looking for agents and managers. REAL ESTATE Great commissions and an outstanding MUSIC INSTRUCTIONS AUSSIE PUPPIES lead program. In piano, saxophone, fl ute. BEAUTIFUL MINI AUSTRALIAN SHEPHERD On Sanibel/Captiva or South Fort Myers. puppies. Female blue merle w/ blue eyes, Newly renovated retail Attention Insurance Agents - Prequalifi ed Qualifi ed, experienced teacher. male black tri color. $800. Will be 20-24 lbs SANIBEL center with high visability leads to market fi nal expense insurance. Call 239-989-7799 full grown. Mom is family pet with show dog on Periwinkle toward $100k a year agency building opportunity. OPEN HOUSES ☼RR 10/8 CC TFN heritage. Available 5/1. 239-472-8798 Lighthouse beach. Great ☼NR 3/16 CC 3/23 POSTED DAILY business opportunity. Attention Insurance Agents - Prequalifi ed $1,299,000 leads to market insurance to the senior market. $100k a year opportunity. DORADO PROPERTY MANAGEMENT MISC FOR SALE HOME WATCH/CARE Isabella Rasi Call John at 203-763-9534. Full Range of Services ❋ Excellent ❋ ANTIQUES ☼NS 3/9 NC 3/30 Organizational Skills Island Resident Original Frans Wildenheim pottery (239) 246-4716 ❋ ❋ Licensed & Insured 24/7 vase, redware color, 12” tall. Email Call Lisa 239-472-8875 Original antique pine mirror, 18” x 20”. [email protected] PART TIME CLERK/TYPIST ☼RS 10/1 BM TFN Both in excellent condition. VISIT: 239-989-9949. SanibelOpenHouses.com At The Sanibel School ☼NS 3/16 CC 3/16 Tolls paid. MONINO CONSTRUCTION, INC. Pfeifer Realty Group Call Maureen at 472-1617. CBC 1257406 Home Maintenance, Drywall, Tile, UPRIGHT PIANO Sanibel Island, FL ☼RS 3/16 NC 4/6 ☼NS 3/16 NC 4/6 Paint, Carpentry. Call Luis 239-209-3979 Upright Piano (Spinet) “Lester” 239-472-0004 Maple Wood, 57”w, 37”h, 25”d Licensed & Insured ☼NS 10/28 BM TFN ☼NR 3/9 CC 3/30 excellent sound. $250 OBO 239-395-2420

☼NR 3/16 CC 3/16 ISLAND SUN - MARCH 16, 2012 37B ★ ★ Classifieds ★ Classifieds ★ ★ REAL ESTATE REAL ESTATE REAL ESTATE VACATION RENTAL ANNUAL RENTAL

FOR SALE BY OWNER AFFORDABLE YEAR-ROUND NEAR BEACH PRIVATE HOME MASTIQUE HIGH RISE SCAN CODE 2008 MOBILE HOME OR SEASONAL LIVING ON 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH Located two miles from the causeway. AT PERIWINKLE PARK 3 bedroom, 2 bath Home with heated pool, Three b/r, two bath over 2,000 sq. ft. plus 1 Bed room new queen bed. LR with BEAUTIFUL SANIBEL! in quiet Sanibel neighborhood. Seasonal large lanai. This 10th fl oor unit overlooks sofa bed, kitchen, refrigerator ice maker, Less than a half mile walk or bike ride to and monthly rentals. 239-472-0692 or a 25 acre natural lake and has expansive dinning area, Bosch washer dryer, shelling and white sand beach swimming. www.4sanibel.com. views of the Gulf and Sanibel. The gated dishwasher. Trane A/C with Pro 4000 Modifi ed permanent travel home in a quiet ☼RS 10/14 CC TFN restricted private Periwinkle Park. community offers a large clubhouse with programmable thermostat. Full tile fl oors. state of the art fi tness room, pool/card Full vinyl deck. Pavers. Oodles of space. Original 35Z Prowler Regal Trailer was room, media room and kitchen, walk-in Hurricane sun & window protection LIGHTHOUSE REALTY heated pool, large spa,tennis courts and fi lm. Home in ex. cond. Much more, too professionally elevated 3.5 feet and made Paul J. Morris, Broker semi-permanent with central air condition- lakeside walking path. There is a fi shing numerous to mention. Price reduced to VACATION RENTALS dock and boats for the use of residents. $69,900. Ground rental $541.66/mo. Key ing/heating and electric hot water. Installed PROPERTY MANAGEMENT & SALES a 9.5 feet wide by full 35 feet long addition Assigned parking for two cars and a large at offi ce. [email protected] 359 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island storage room. Annual rental of $1,700 RR 3/9 CC 3/30 consisting of a bedroom, 7- foot wide ☼ 239-579-0511 includes cable and internet. Unfurnished. clothes closet and a living/dining area. ☼RR 2/24 CC 3/16 FOR A FREE LIST The added space provided room for a Contact owner at FOR SALE combination washer/dryer, a second full 267-1148 or 516-967-3789. OF ALL size newer refrigerator and a pantry. NEWLY DECORATED 1BR APT ☼NR 3/16 CC 3/23 AT PERIWINKLE PARK ISLAND PROPERTIES Original trailer area contains an offi ce/ TV, WI, hot tub, bikes, 5 minute walk to Ideal arrangement, bedroom/bath at each computer room, a dinette area that can be beach. $105 per night, Sorry no pets, FOR SALE end of a 60 foot mobile home. FL room adjusted to provide extra sleeping place, please call 239-433-1660 with dining area added later giving an open and a family/TV room. New air condition- request e-mail pictures VISIT concept of LR and kitchen, plus bedrooms ing/heat and humidistat in 2011; new ☼NR 3/9 CC 3/16 www.FreeSanibelList.com and baths. Two sofa beds and stacked PEX piping in 2009. Fully furnished with washer & dryer. A delightful deck with a big beautiful wood grain cabinets; includes CAUTION Pfeifer Realty Group presiding frog and storage Bldg. in back two sofas that convert into extra beds and Sanibel Island, FL and carport in front. $159,000. has two ceiling fans. Professional window DUNES SEASONAL RENTAL 239-472-0004 5 E Street, unit 314. treatments throughout with new screens 3 BR, 3 Bath home with pool RS 6/17 BM TFN 239-472-3403. in 2011. Basement area has a cement Lake views, fabulous sunsets ☼ Master suite with jacuzzi NS 3/2 CC 3/23 fl oor, fi ve access doors and is excellent for ☼ storage. Has outside lighting for outdoor Available Sept 2012, 3 month minimum GARAGE • grilling. Cement block walkway leads to Call 860-559-5471 SOBCZAK a secluded patio that is furnished with a ☼NR 3/9 CC 3/30 MOVING • YARD 2 OPEN HOUSES SUNDAY table and chairs with an umbrella. Front door has a cement walkway with stairs to a ANNUAL/SEASONAL SALES KNOWS MARCH 18 + PICK UP covered landing. GLENN’S REAL ESTATE SANIBEL! Lot rent is approximately $6500/year GUEST HOUSE FOR RENT THE CARRETTA REPORT including water and sewer. Buyer must in- 1245 Buttonwood Lane on San Marcos GARAGE SALE 2294 Wulfert Rd terview with and be accepted by Periwinkle Bay private pier, private pool, 2bed/2bath. Combined Family Sale As a VIP Realtor, Charles Sobczak has 4/4 lake front , pool, spa, den includes Park management and agree to Park terms Ideal for entertaining and fi shing. $750 a Wicker, furniture, antiques, craft supplies, closed more than 700 properties on nanny quarters, crown molding, high and conditions. month, option for reduced rent with minimal many household treasures, LPs Sanibel & Captiva in 68 subdivisions and ceilings, fi replace, walls of windows, EIK care taker duties. Call 319-210-4010. 1457 Sandcastle, Sanibel 36 condominium developments. As the Secure your place in paradise today! Sat Mar 17, 9am-1pm with granite and corian , all new window ☼NS 3/16 PC 4/6 author of Living Sanibel – A Nature protection,3600+ sq. living + NEW price ☼NS 3/16 PC 3/16 Guide to Sanibel & Captiva Islands, adjusted to $ 1,037,000. Mostly furnished. Only $69,000 Charles Sobczak knows the history of the (Sancap north past Sanibel School to ANNUAL RENTAL Island and the Sanibel Plan as well as the Wulfert Road- take R, then fi rst L past 239-395-2630 GREAT BIG YARD SALE names of all of your fellow islanders, from Troon Court, go about 4 homes on right. Lots of Art, Supplies, Books, Jewelry and NR 3/16 CC 3/16 RE/MAX OF THE ISLANDS gopher tortoises to sabal palms. With more Look for address on mailbox. ☼ household items. Friday 03/16, 9-3, and Real estate signs not allowed) Putting owners and than 27 years of Island experience, tenants together Saturday 03/17, 9-2. 1429 Jamaica Drive, off the Sanibel-Captiva Road. New items call Charles Sobczak Time for Wulfert open is 10am- 1pm VACATION RENTAL Call Dustyn Corace for all your real estate needs! phone Glenn for more information www.remax-oftheislands.com both days. Early birds will be shot! 239-850-9296! teamsanibel.com 239-472-2311 ☼NR 3/16 CC 3/16 (239) 850-0710 or e-mail him ☼RS 2/24 BM 3/16 at 1314 Isabel Drive Island Vacations livingsanibel@ earthlink.net Bay fronts Best Opportunity! 150’ Bay Of Sanibel & Captiva FINAL MOVING SALE front, nearly 1/2 acre. Bay front pool and Million $ Views Await You! DAVIS COURT bay front views are focal point for classic Saturday, March 17 BOATER’S ALERT: This lot has more 2 bed/2 bath top fl oor condo for rent. 8am - 1pm than 200 feet on a direct access canal, ranch style 4000+ sq. residence. Dream • Cottages • Condos • Homes • Minutes to Sanibel, views from everywhere...perfect for 1684 Bunting Lane, Sanibel 10,000 boat lift in place, cleared of pepper, Miles of Beaches & Bike Paths $795/month plus utilities. Available April 1. Gumbo Limbo on sewer, City water and ready for your extended family or nanny privacy. Must 239-472-7277 First and security required. house plans. Large enough parcel see the family room with stone fi replace Call Chris at 851-3506. ☼NR 3/16 CC 3/16 and walls of windows... 1-888-451-7277 to handle just about any ☼RS 3/2 NC 3/30 house plans! New Price adjusted $2,194,000. S 10/9 B TFN Now asking $389,555 Go to 1314isabeldr.com for photos and ☼RR 3/16 CC 3/16 video. Optional safe harbor dock available. (From Periwinkle go to Bailey EAST END Rd to Bay Drive to Isabel) WALK TO BEACH 2 BR-2 BA. Time for Isabel open 2PM- 6PM phone Adorable 2 bedroom 1 bath. 1/2 of duplex. Heated Pool-Canal Dock. glenn for more information 239-850-9296 East End of Sanibel One Story-Unfurnished. Great Monthly rates! 395-1786 Call Bob 410-913-2234 or email Glenn Carretta RR 3/16 CC 3/23 [email protected] ☼ Broker Associate RR 3/9 CC 3/30 John R. Wood Island Real Estate Inc. ☼ 239-850-9296 www.TeamSanibel.com

☼NR 3/16 BM 3/16 38B ISLAND SUN - MARCH 16, 2012 Pets Of The Week

y name is Benson (ID# 525243) and I am a 4-year-old male brown, black and white Mcatahoula leopard hound. The volunteers and staff at the shelter would like you to know NEWSPAPER that I’m a very sociable dog who likes other pets Sanibel & Captiva Islands and people. In fact, when the officer came to pick me up I ran over and put my head right in her lap CALLING CARD 239-395-1213 and then jumped in her van. Emergency...... 911 Catahoulas make good family pets and I’m no Sanibel Police ...... 472-3111 exception. I’m smart and energetic but not overly Lee County Sheriff’s Office ...... 477-1200 active, as long as I get my daily exercise and time On Call Captiva Deputy ...... 477-1000 to be with my family. Fire Department Sanibel ...... 472-5525 My adoption fee is $45 during Animal Services Captiva ...... 472-9494 “Find Your Lucky Charm” adoption promotion Florida Marine Patrol ...... 332-6966 (regularly $75). If you volunteer for any organiza- Florida Highway Patrol ...... 278-7100 tion, you can adopt me for only $8 (LCDAS says Poison Control ...... 1-800-282-3171 thank you to all volunteers for everything they do Chamber of Commerce ...... 472-1080 for the community!). City of Sanibel ...... 472-4135 My name is Madeline (ID# 524899) and I am a Administrative Office ...... 472-3700 4-year-old female black and white domestic short Building Department ...... 472-4555 hair. I was shy at first, but quickly warmed up Community Housing and Resources ...... 472-1189 to the shelter staff. I love to follow them around Planning Department ...... 472-4136 while they clean. It’s fun to jump in their way! Library They must think it’s fun, too, because they always Benson ID# 525243 Sanibel ...... 472-2483 give me more attention. I get along great with Captiva ...... 472-2133 other cats and love to play, play, play. photos by squaredogphoto.com Post Office My adoption fee is $25 during Animal Services Sanibel ...... 472-1573 “Find Your Lucky Charm” adoption promotion Sanibel (toll free) ...... 800-275-8777 Captiva ...... 472-1674 (regularly $50). If you volunteer for any organiza- Sanibel Community Association ...... 472-2155 tion you can adopt me for only $8. Senior Center ...... 472-5743 For information about this week’s pets, call 533-7387 (LEE-PETS) or log on to www. ARTS Arcade Theater ...... 332-4488 LeeLostPets.com. When calling, refer to the Art League Of Fort Myers ...... 275-3970 animal’s ID number. The website updates every BIG ARTS (Barrier Island Group for the Arts) ...... 395-0900 hour so you will be able to see if these or any Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre ...... 278-4422 other pets are still available. Fort Myers Symphonic Mastersingers...... 472- The shelter is open for adoptions from 0168 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Gulf Coast Symphony ...... 472-6197 Saturday. The shelter is located at 5600 Lee County Alliance for the Arts ...... 939-2787 Banner Drive in Fort Myers, next to the Lee Naples Philharmonic ...... 597-1111 County Sheriff’s Office off Six Mile Cypress The Herb Strauss Schoolhouse Theater ...... 472-6862 Parkway. Sanibel Music Festival ...... 336- All adoptions include spay/neuter surgery, 7999 age-appropriate vaccinations, rabies vaccination Sanibel-Captiva Art League ...... 472-4258 and county license if three months or older, flea S.W. Florida Symphony ...... 418-0996 treatment, worming, heartworm test for dogs CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS six months and over, feline AIDS and leukemia ABWA (American Business Women’s Assoc.) ...... 472-2929 test for cats, training DVD, 10-day health guar- American Legion Post 123 ...... 472-9979 Angel Flight SE ...... 1-877-4AN-ANGEL antee and a bag of Science Diet pet food. Audubon Society ...... 472-3156 The adoption package is valued at $500. Sanibel Bike Club ...... sanibelbicycleclub.org Madeline ID# 524899 Community Foundation of Sanibel-Captiva ...... 274-5900 CROW (Clinic For The Rehabilitation of Wildlife) ...... 472-3644 FISH of Sanibel (Friends in Service Here) ...... 472-0404 Sanibel Island Fishing Club ...... 472-7257 Horticultural Society of the Islands ...... 472-6940 Horticulture and Tea Society of Sanibel and Captiva ...... 472-8334 Kiwanis Club ...... 472-2121 League of Women Voters ...... 472-6689 Lions Club (Tom Rothman) ...... 395-3248 Master Gardeners of the Islands ...... 472-6940 Newcomers ...... 472-9332 Notre Dame Club of Southwest Florida ...... 768-0417 Optimist Club ...... 472-0836 PAWS ...... 472-4823 Rotary Club ...... 472-7257 or 472-0141 Share your community news with us. Sanibel Beautification Inc...... 470-2866 Sanibel-Captiva Orchid Society ...... 472-6940 Call 395-1213, Fax: 395-2299 Sanibel-Captiva Power Squadron ...... 472-3828 Sanibel-Captiva Shell Club ...... 395-1770 or email [email protected] Sanibel Youth Soccer ...... 395-2040 www.sanibelsoccer.org The Military Officers Assc. of America (MOAA, Alex MacKenzie)...... 395-9232 United Way of Lee County ...... 433-2000 United Way 211 Helpline ...... (24 hour information line) 211 or 433-3900 Zonta Club ...... 671-6381 ISLAND ATTRACTIONS Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum ...... 395-2233 J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge ...... 472-1100 Sanibel Historical Museum & Village ...... 472-4648 SCCF (Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation) ...... 472-2329 ISLAND SUN - MARCH 16, 2012 39B BEACH CHAIR PASTIME Answers on page 35B 40B ISLAND SUN - MARCH 16, 2012 TreasuresTreasures fromfrom thethe EmeraldEmerald IsleIsle ofof FloridaFlorida

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