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VOL. 15, NO. 2 From the Beaches to the River District downtown Fort Myers JANUARY 15, 2016 Tickets On Sale For Community Concert Association 2016 Season

Celtic Festival entertainers Caloosahatchee Celtic Festival Polish Baltic Philharmonic Orchestra ort Myers Recreation Division and Celtic Heritage Productions invite the public orld-renowned artists from throughout Europe, Russia and Jerusalem will to “don your tartan” and bring your family and friends out to the 13th annual travel to Fort Myers this winter to perform for the Fort Myers Community FCaloosahatchee Celtic Festival Friday, January 22 and Saturday, January 23. WConcert Association in its 67th annual concert series. A free kick-off party at the River Basin on Bay Street in downtown Fort Myers will Single tickets are now on sale for the four remaining performances, which organizers start at 5 p.m. on Friday, with performances by Albannach, the Screaming Orphans, say are among the best ever offered, Prices are $55 for orchestra and mezzanine seats, Rathkeltair, West of Galway, and Marcille Wallis & Friends. $35 for lower balcony seats and $25 for upper balcony seats. On Saturday, the gates at Centennial Park will open at 11 a.m. with over 10 All performances will start at 7:30 p.m. at the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts hours of non-stop Celtic music from Albannach, the Screaming Orphans, Rathkeltair, Hall on the Florida SouthWestern State College campus in Fort Myers. For tickets, visit Cutthroat, West of Galway, Marcille Wallis & Friends, and the Kellyn Celtic Arts Irish www.fortmyerscommunityconcerts.org or call 489-4171. Dancers. The four remaining concerts for the 2016 season are: There will be Celtic fare, such as fish and chips and meat pies, along with traditional Polish Baltic Philharmonic Orchestra – January 25. Richard Wagner’s Overture to The continued on page 19 continued on page 16

Alliance Summer Arts Camp Registration Open

Young campers taking part in a stage production Eight themed weeks give children the opportunity to explore visual and perform- ing arts in a fun and interactive environment. Weekly themes include Bottle Rockets & BBQ, A Bug’s Life and Inner Space. During Spotlight On Broadway week July 11 to 15, campers will take a special backstage tour of Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre. Each week culminates in a final stage performance and visual art exhibit (main Summer Arts Camp only). There are two camp options: The main Summer Arts Camp is open to first through sixth graders, and the Mini Summer Arts Camp for 4- and 5-year-olds (campers must be A painting session during a previous Summer Arts Camp five by September 1). The main camp is $160 per week for Alliance members or $200 for non-members. The Mini Summer Arts Camp is $200 per week for members and he Alliance for the Arts 28th annual Summer Arts Camp for youngsters $240 for non-members. Camps run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. in Kindergarten through sixth grade will kick off on Monday, June 14. Early drop off at 8 a.m. and late pick up at 5 p.m. are available for a fee. TRegistration opens to members on February 1 and to non-members on Teen volunteer and scholarship applications will be available beginning on February February 15. Parents are encouraged to join in order to take advantage of early 1. Anyone wishing to give the gift of art to a deserving child may donate to the summer registration. continued on page 19 2 THE RIVER - JANUARY 15, 2016 Historic Downtown Fort Myers, Then And Now: Gift To The City by Gerri Reaves, PhD he Town of Fort Myers was not even an incorporated town when, in March 1885, Thomas A. Edison bought the 13 Tacres that became his winter estate. Who would have guessed that 62 years later, that estate would be deeded to The City of Fort Myers? Pictured in this 1947 photo is Mina Edison, widow of the inventor, presenting the gift to the City of Fort Myers as a memo- rial to her husband. Deeded to the city were the Edison’s winter home, Seminole Lodge, as well as the laboratory and grounds, David G. Shapard is accepting the gift on behalf of the city. Also pictured are, from left, Frank Carson, Edison Pageant of Light president; Graydon Jones, Junior Chamber of Commerce president; and Sidney Davis, Edison family friend who presided at the deed-presentation ceremony. Edison had ventured up the Caloosahatchee River to Fort Myers that day in 1885 because giant bamboo grew in the small settlement, he had been told by George Schultz at Punta Rassa’s Tarpon Inn. The famous inventor wandered into Edward L. Evans’s store and after an impromp- tu conversation about fishing, the merchant offered to show him some bamboo grow- ing at Billy’s Creek. The next day, Edison decided to buy his land. On the surface, it looks like an impulse buy. However, the decision probably was influenced by Edison’s passion for plant research, the location’s unique possibilities for that research, the discovery of bamboo on the land, and Evans’s encouragement to establish a winter home in Fort Myers. After Edison died in 1931, his wife considered various ways to memorialize him in Fort Myers. In March of 1939, Mrs. Mina Edison Hughes (she had remarried) made known her intention to build a public library and a museum of art and natural science in the great inventor’s memory. The memorial buildings would be built on the east side of McGregor Boulevard on property where Edison had conducted experiments with rubber plants. As the News-Press article reported, she had been considering such a project for years. She wanted to honor her husband’s memory and simultaneously make a gift to the City. Her choice to build a library was welcomed by many citizens. In February 1947, Mina Edison, widow of Thomas A. Edison, presents the deed to their winter Never in its history had the Fort Myers Public Library had a permanent home. It home, Seminole Lodge, as well as the laboratory and grounds, to the City of Fort Myers as had been founded in 1903 with the opening of a small reading room sponsored by the a memorial to her husband. Mayor David G. Shapard accepts the gift, flanked by, from left, Woman’s Club. (It could be said, however, that a donation-sponsored public reading Frank Carson, Graydon Jones and Sidney Davis. room opened in 1888 was the origin of what became the city-supported library.) courtesy Southwest Florida Historical Society Mrs. Hughes was quoted as saying that a library was “what Fort Myers needed ebration of Edison’s legacy and birthday, February 11. most.” She thought, given her late husband’s devotion to learning, that such a project Today’s Edison Festival of Light started in 1938 and was then called the Edison was suitable. Pageant of Light. (There was a five-year hiatus for WWII). Precursor celebrations of his The library would be “a place for grown-ups and children to read and study, learn birthday had been held for years before 1938. about arts and sciences and develop their inclinations along these lines.” The 1947 festival was notable because February 11, 1947 was the one-hundredth Coincidentally, not long before the announcement, the library had been forced to anniversary of Edison’s birth and Mina Edison took part in the coronation ceremony. move once again when its historic building on Bay Street was destroyed because land Several weeks later, a public ceremony and presentation of the deed was held. was being prepared for the construction of the Yacht Basin and riverfront park. Today, both the Henry Ford and Edison winter estates are officially the Edison & In 1941, plans for the library and museum were well under way; however, that Ford Winter Estates, Inc. and are governed and managed for the City of Fort Myers by grand plan came to a standstill because of World War II. a non-profit corporation, the Thomas Edison & Henry Ford Winter Estates, Inc. In 1945, the idea of a university founded in Edison’s honor was explored. That The estates are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. project also was not realized. Stroll down McGregor Boulevard, visit the former winter homes of two of the Instead, in February 1947, the widow of the famous inventor made a gift of Semi- country’s most important inventors, and contemplate the profound effect that Mina nole Lodge and the winter estate to the City of Fort Myers. Edison’s generosity has had on Fort Myers. The deeding to the city occurred at a very appropriate time, during the annual cel- continued on page 7

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The River Weekly News will correct factual errors or matters of emphasis and interpretation that appear in news stories. Readers with news, tips, comments or questions, please call (239) 415-7732 or write to: The River Weekly News, 1609 Hendry Street, Suite 15, Fort Myers, FL 33901. Fax number: (239) 415-7702. E-mail: [email protected]. The River Weekly News reserves the right to refuse, alter or edit any editorial or advertisement. PRINTED ON RECYCLED Independently Owned And Operated • COPYRIGHT 2016 The River Weekly News • LORKEN Publications, Inc. PAPER THE RIVER - JANUARY 15, 2016 3 Fort Myers Art: visit ArtFestFortMyers.com. Tom Hall is both an amateur artist Lovegrove Has and aspiring novelist who writes art quest thrillers. He is in the final stages Winning Design of completing his debut novel titled Art Detective. A former tax attorney, he For ArtFest 2016 lives in Estero with his fiancé and their by Tom Hall four cats. rtFest Fort Myers Visitors Bureau Aunveiled the artwork for its Extends Resident 2016 commemo- rative poster and Artist Program festival T-shirt at an invitation-only alling all photographers, videog- party on January raphers and those with a passion 8 at The Marina Cfor the arts: The Lee County at Edison Ford in Visitor & Convention Bureau (VCB) downtown Fort Myers. The event marks introduced its first-ever resident artist the beginning of the ArtFest’s 16th program, an initiative aimed to give season. local photographers/videographers an The poster and T-shirt feature the opportunity to connect with the people fabulous work of Leoma Lovegrove. An and nature of this Southwest Florida impressionist-expressionist painter known destination. worldwide for her colorful artistic depic- Full- and part-time Lee County resi- tions of flora and fauna, Lovegrove calls dents and students are encouraged to Leoma Lovegrove’s winning design, Flotilla Fort Myers, will appear on posters and T-shirts apply for the three-month residency, Matlacha Island her home and maintains commemorating ArtFest Fort Myers 2016 a working studio, gallery and waterside which will consist of capturing 15 to 20 botanical garden there. Her contagious our downtown waterfront with her signa- porting The News-Press Newspaper in varied photos and/or videos that express love of the local tropical environment has ture vibrancy and unique style, and she Education program. the unique sense of place in exchange for been instrumental in encouraging tourism created quite a sensation amongst our ArtFest Fort Myers takes place a $5,000 stipend and use of the imagery to the state from all over the world. patrons,” said ArtFest Executive Director February 5, 6 and 7 in the Fort Myers in the destination’s marketing efforts. “I enjoy creating art for visitors from Sharon McAllister. “She will be joining River District. It features 215 professional To apply, candidates are asked to around the globe,” said Lovegrove. “I us for the first time at ArtFest Fort Myers artists from across the county and around submit a 500-word statement about their am proud to share authentic Florida in a 2016, along with over 200 wonderful art- the world, the largest high school art approach for capturing elements of the tropical, painterly way.” ists from across the country and around exhibit and competition in south Florida, destination and what they hope to gain She joined ArtFest Fort Myers to pres- the world.” and free interactive art experiences for from participation in the program; an ent her original painting, Flotilla Fort Proceeds from the festival’s poster children of all ages. Become a VIP for online portfolio and active social channels Myers. and T-shirt support ArtFest Fort Myers’ additional perks. For more information, continued on page 15 “Leoma has captured the essence of art education outreach programs, with a portion of the poster proceeds also sup-

back ribs dinner will be served. The PURE FAMILY FUN American Legion Classics play from 6 to 9 p.m. Dinner is served nightly from 5 to 7 Post 274 Activities p.m. n Friday, January 15, the The American Legion Melvin Cowart Kiwanis Club meets for break- Post 274 is located at 899 Buttonwood Ofast at 7:30 a.m. That evening, Drive in Fort Myers Beach. For more information, call 463-6591. guest may choose between a fried fish/ Edison & Ford Winter Estates Cove shrimp/crab cakes/New England clam Check out our chowder dinner or baked chicken din- ner. Harry Boyle plays from 7:30 to Singing 10:30 p.m. FORT MYERS On Saturday, January 16, the annual Valentines SPECIALTY CRUISES Wellness Fair will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Pool League plays at 1 p.m. Offered Eco-Cruise to Picnic Island The Southwest Area CDR’s Ball is at 6 he Cape Chorale, Lee County’s Jan. 9 | Cruise the Caloosahatchee p.m. Queen of Hearts starts at 7 p.m. only male singing group affiliated River and Explore Picnic Island Choose either a prime rib or a baked fish Twith the national Barbershop Matlacha Island Cruise dinner. Harry Boyle plays from 7:30 to Harmony Society, is offering its annual VIEW DETAILS ONLINE & CALL TO RESERVE 10:30 p.m. Jan. 16 | Art, shopping, Food & Fun Singing Valentine package. A $50 DOCKED DOCKED AT On Sunday, January 17, a breakfast donation brings a tuxedo-clad quartet AT HISTORIC Bark on the Ark Cruise buffet is served from 8:30 to 11 a.m. to the location of your choice – home, Jan. 23 | Dogs Welcome for Cruise Bingo runs from noon to 3 p.m. Karaoke workplace, school, restaurant, profes- and Playtime at the Beach with Susie is held from 6 to 10 p.m. 1200 5th Ave S. 2360 W. 1st Street sional building, nursing home – for a Sunset Music Cruise Monday, January 18 is Martin Luther love song serenade and presentation of Naples, FL 34102 Fort Myers, FL 33901 King, Jr. Day. The Pool League plays at Jan. 29 | Live Music, Local Wildlife a rose and chocolates to the recipient. 239.263.4949 239.919.2965 and a Beautiful Sunset 6 p.m. A pot roast dinner will be served. Each year the Chorale shares its On Tuesday, January 19, choose from SIGHTSEEING, RIVER JET BOAT Valentine’s Day earnings with the & SUNSET CRUISES RIDES fettuccine alfredo with 25 shrimp or a Pediatric Speech Therapy Department of fried chicken dinner. Mega-Money is at Lee Memorial Health System. More than FISHING TRIPS JET SKI TOURS PER 6:30 p.m. Theme Night (TBA) is from & CHARTERS & RENTALS Save $5 COUPLE $28,000 has been contributed over the On any Pure Florida Cruise or Tour 6 to 9 p.m. The Gregg Allan Van Show ECO-SHELLING BOAT Restrictions Apply. Code: RVRWK0116 years. DOLPHIN TOURS RENTALS plays from 7 to 10 p.m. The quartets will be singing on On Wednesday, January 20, Bingo is February 12, 13 and 14. To schedule played from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. a visit for the day, time and location of www.PureFL.com #GOPureFL On Thursday, January 21, SAL baby choice call (855) 425-3631. 4 THE RIVER - JANUARY 15, 2016 team assisting the homeless. Rusty Brown of Fort Myers Brown, 86, is a writer/dramatist who has reinvented herself again and again as a musical comedy singer, journalist, greet- ing card company publicist and adjunct professor. In Fort Myers, she’s best known as a playwright and actor, bringing to life remarkable women such as Mina Edison, Clara Barton, Katharine Hepburn and oth- ers in her popular and original one-woman shows. As a journalist with The Cleveland Press, she launched a column on women’s concerns and the Women’s Movement that was nationally syndicated and appeared in 200 newspapers. She also wrote for Women’s Day and Ms. Magazine and published a book, Women As We See Ourselves. Dr. Geraldine Burchard Nobles of LaBelle Nobles, 78, went from bussing tables at Geraldine Nobles Betty Anderson her mother’s famous LaBelle restaurant, Rusty Brown Flora & Ella’s, to becoming a successful PACE Center To Honor Local mental health counselor in private practice and bringing Hope Hospice services to LaBelle and Hendry County. She is the first certified abuse counselor in Florida. A fifth Women At Grande Dames Tea generation Floridian and descendant of the LaBelle pioneer Poole and Forrey families, she and her husband, the late L. J. Nobles, Jr., worked in their Collier County agri- ACE Center for Girls of Lee County has selected three more women to be business raising fresh produce and operating a large tomato packing facility. honored at the 8th annual Grande Dames Tea honoring some of the commu- The Grande Dames Tea honoring the three women will take place Tuesday, March Pnity’s most revered women. 22, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Broadway Palm Dinner Theater, 1380 Colonial This year’s honorees are: Boulevard, Fort Myers. Betty Anderson of Fort Myers Chair of the Grande Dames Tea is Deanna Hansen, with Mary Fischer serving as Anderson, 86, is a Fort Myers native who spent 15 years in Africa as a mission- co-chair. Both women also are members of the PACE Lee board of directors. ary with her husband, the late Dr. Robert Anderson. The couple sold their Fort Myers “These three outstanding women come from varied backgrounds and are sure to home and his dental practice in 1976 to move to Africa to provide dental care to have some insightful advice for the audience and the PACE girls,” said Hansen. Africans who had never seen a dentist. They spent four years in the bush villages of “Our theme of The Wisdom of Age – Honoring the Female Spirit is so appropriate Ghana followed by 10 more years in Nigeria. Sometimes the lines were 75 people because each of these women has much to share from her own life’s journey,” Fischer deep waiting for care. said. The couple retired from their missionary work in 1991 and returned for Fort Invitations to the Grande Dames Tea will be mailed in mid-February, when registra- Myers, where she dedicated her time and talents to First Baptist Church as part of a tion also will be available online at www.pacecenter.org/lee. Admission is $60 per person. Table sponsorships are also available. Attendees are encouraged to wear their favorite tea party hat. Previous honorees have included Berne Davis, Eleanore Kleist and the late Barbara B. Mann in 2009; Jeanne Bochette, Helen Hendry and Veronica Shoemaker in 2010; Myra Daniels, Kathleen Nealon and the late Mimi Straub in 2011; Michel Doherty, Mavis Miller and Anna “Boots” Tolles in 2012; Thelma Hodges, the late Helen O’Rourke McClary and Ettie Francis Walsh in 2013; Barbara Norris Brown, the late Sarah Sciple and Margaret Sirianni in 2014; and Sharlene Hamel Dozier, M. Chinese & Japanese Cuisine Jacqueline McCurdy and Melvin Morgan in 2015. The Grande Dames Tea was originated by PACE Center for Girls of Lee County OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK to honor women who have played major roles in Southwest Florida history through decades of service, philanthropy and helping others. Mon-Thurs 11am - 10pm The agenda for the tea will include interaction between the PACE girls and the Fri-Sat 11am - 11pm Sun 12pm - 9pm three honorees in a question and answer format that Hansen and Fischer said “is sure www. ichiban-sushi-chinese.com. to be thought-provoking and poignant.” PACE Center for Girls, Inc., is a non-residential delinquency prevention program targeting the unique needs of girls, ages 11 to 18 years old, facing challenges such as Downtown Fort Myers (Post Office Arcade - Next to Hotel Indigo) physical and sexual abuse, domestic violence, substance abuse, foster care, neglect, 1520 Broadway For Takeout & Delivery Tel: 334-6991 death of a parent, family history of incarceration and declining grades PACE is a Florida-based, not for profit organization, and the only statewide preven- tion program for adolescent at-risk girls in the nation. In the past year, the Lee County program provided 110 girls with education, counseling, training and advocacy resulting in 93 percent having no involvement with juvenile justice within six months of leaving PACE, 77 percent improving their academic performance and 89 percent remaining in school or obtaining employment three years after leaving PACE. As a result, PACE reduces the significant long term costs associated with teen pregnancy, substance abuse, unemployment and long term economic dependency. PACE accepts referrals from the juvenile justice system, the Department of Children & Families, school personnel, community services agencies, parents, family members, friends and self-referrals. For information about the Grande Dames Tea or to become a sponsor, contact PACE Development Director Sara Garner at 425-2366, or visit http://pacecenter. org/lee.

Our email address is [email protected] THE RIVER - JANUARY 15, 2016 5 Fort Myers Beach Lions Club Shrimp Festival Coming In March

The 58th Shrimp Festival Parade begins at Saturday, March 12 at 10 a.m. are available on the beach and at the pavilion from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. both days. Shrimp is provided by local boats. To order dinner tickets in advance, go to www. BeachLionsFoundation.com and save time in line. Crowning of the 58th Shrimp Festival Queen is at 1 p.m. on Saturday. It is an old fashioned family event with scholarships and trophies awarded on the beach at the beach pavilion at the county park. There is no charge to attend. Cooking “pink gold” The 2nd annual Shrimp Eating World Championship on the festival grounds will be on Sunday. Time TBA. For more information, send an email to eatingcontest@beach- he Fort Myers Beach Lions Club shrimpfestival.com. 58th Shrimp Festival Parade will be The Fort Myers Beach Lions have been boiling and serving fresh gulf pink shrimp Theld Saturday and Sunday, March 12 to festival attendees for over 50 years. The secrets of perfectly cooked peel and eat and 13, beginning at 10 a.m. The 1.5-mile shrimp have been passed from boil master to boil master through the years, as well as long parade runs down the main street the secret recipe for the Lions cocktail sauce. One half pound of steaming shrimp is of town (Estero Boulevard) on Saturday served on every plate, accompanied by sauce and slaw. from the beach elementary school to The Fort Myers Beach Shrimp Festival raises tens of thousands of dollars for chari- the county park and festival grounds ties like the Florida Lions Eye bank, Baskin Palmer Eye Institute, Southeast Guide on the beach. For details, go to www. Dogs, largeprint books for the local library, Little League and Florida Lions Camp. BeachShrimpFestival.com or call Diane at 454-0043.

The 58th annual Shrimp Festival Food .COM Fun & Crafts 24th Expo is from 10 a.m. Available at .COM MAZON RESS to 5 p.m. both days. More than 100 ven- .A RXP dors hit the beach at the foot of the big WWW bridge. .EDITORIAL Official festival T-shirts, tank tops, caps WWW and other items will be on sale until 5 p.m. on Saturday on festival grounds. To order online, go to www.BeachLionsFoundation. com. World famous Lions shrimp dinners Scene from last year’s parade Arts & Crafts Fair Saturday, February 6 9am - 2pm

Handcrafted items by 40 vendors • Pottery • Books • Photography • Jewelry • Fabric Art • Shell designs • Paintings • Glasswork • Tropical Plants “Packed with facts and employing an engaging storytelling style, [Female Pioneers of Fort Myers] both teaches and entertains. Center 4 Life Local history buffs and newcomers to history will value Tuthill and Hall’s research and appreciate the accessible format, too.” Palm Ridge Rd. & 2401 Library Way, Sanibel, 472-5743 Gerri Reaves, PhD, author of Legendary Locals of Fort Myers and Fort Myers, Then & Now 6 THE RIVER - JANUARY 15, 2016 The Calendar Girls Ring In 2016 Greeters Club Lunch Meeting n Thursday, February 18, The Greeters Club of Greater Fort OMyers has scheduled guest speak- er Leigh-Anne Brown, creator of the fascinating program Portrait of a Bride: An Evolving Silhouette, to talk about a trip through the ever-evolving history of the modern American woman. Focusing on the Victorian Era to the present, Brown will use 25 to 30 antique, vintage and contemporary wedding gowns to create a snapshot of each woman and her decade on her all-important wedding day. Each gown reflects the era in which it was created, and Brown will focus on the educational opportunities, social events and economic and political climate that surrounded the American woman who wore the dress. In addition to Brown’s program, Greeters members and guests are encour- aged to “dress for the occasion.” Search your or your best friends closet, your attic, or local thrift shop for a special dress to The Calendar Girls wear to the luncheon. It might be your wedding dress (and congratulations if it still he Calendar Girls bring inspiration will perform at 130 community events For more information, visit www.cal- fits), one you wore to your child’s wed- to Southwest Florida in the new in 2016, and sponsors their 17th guide endargirlsflorida.com. ding or a special event dress that deserves Tyear. The volunteer dance team dog for a veteran. another wearing. It will be a fun afternoon with prizes for those who embrace dress- ing for the spirit of the occasion. Monday show will be held in the front ed at www.larrycruisinlist-swfl.com. Cost to attend is $20 per person. Shell Factory parking lot adjacent to U.S. 41. The shell factory will hold Gumbo Fest Make a luncheon reservation and find out It was previously held at Merchants on January 31 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. more about joining this dynamic group Car Show Crossing Shopping Center. Visit www.shellfactory.com to view all of Lee County women. Send an email to he Shell Factory and Nature Day has emphasized this is not a car upcoming events and festivals. [email protected] and provide your Park is hosting Larry Day and club event but rather a cruise-in, which The shell factory is located four miles contact information (your name, email This Monday Cruise In. This every gives everybody an opportunity to show north of the Caloosahatchee River on address and phone number). You will off their prized cars. Day can be contact- U.S. 41. receive a detailed return email confirming your reservation. Greeters Club luncheons are held on the third Thursday of the month at 10:30 Hortoons a.m. at the Colonial Country Club, 9181 Independence Way in Fort Myers. Visit greetersclubofgreaterfortmyers for more information. Craft And White Elephant Sale almetto Palms RV Resort will hold a Craft & White Elephant Sale on PSaturday, January 16 from 8 a.m. to noon. The RV Resort is located at 19681 Summerlin Road in Fort Myers. Coffee and donuts will be available. The public is invited to attend this sale; admis- sion is free. Additional information about the sale may be obtained by calling Marge Gregg at 466-5331. United Way Volunteer Fair nrich your life by volunteering for the United Way of Lee, Hendry, EGlades and Okeechobee. Learn more about volunteering in the local community by attending the United Way Volunteer Center’s Volunteer Fair on Saturday, January 30 from 9:30 a.m. to continued on page 13 THE RIVER - JANUARY 15, 2016 7 and management, all in a safe, hands-on environment. “When girls thrive in their ‘first Local Girl Scouts Go Digital business’, they develop skills and knowledge to lead the talent pool for the workforce of the future,” Stewart added. With Iconic Cookie Sales Girls decide how to spend their troop cookie money and reinvest it back into their ast year, Girl Scouts introduced a revolutionary update to the time-honored neighborhoods through community service projects and learning experiences, like trav- Girl Scout Cookie Program: the Digital Cookie platform. With Girl Scouts’ el opportunities. Because 100 percent of the net revenue raised through the Girl Scout Lfirst-ever national digital platform, Digital Cookie 1.0 gave girls the opportu- Cookie Program stays with the local council and troops, customers who purchase Girl nity to sell cookies via a website or mobile app. Bringing 21st-century technology Scout Cookies are not only getting a delightful treat – they are also making an impor- to the classic Girl Scout Cookie Program, this initiative was a first step in preparing tant investment in their communities. girls to be leaders in the high-tech, fast-paced, e-commerce world of today. As the Girls from Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida began using the platform at the start 2016 Girl Scout Cookie season gets underway, local girls are excited to participate of the cookie-selling season on January 8. Cookie customers from Southwest Florida in Digital Cookie 2.0, which will provide a more robust, hands-on, and entertaining should watch for a marketing email from a Girl Scout they know, or expect to bump learning experience, putting control of the sale, from customer contact to comple- into girls selling cookies on their mobile devices this year. For information about the tion of the order, squarely in the hands of girls. 2016 cookie season, visit www.gsgcf.org/cookies-more. Digital Cookie 2.0’s game-changing addition of a mobile sales app will expand girls’ ability to take their sale on the go. Using handheld devices like phones or tablets, girls can approach customers, take orders, and complete sales using digital order forms that From page 2 Wednesday 4 to 7 p.m. Call 939-4044 allow for direct shipping to customers. The new app replicates the transactional ele- or visit swflhistoricalsociety.org for more ments of the girl’s personal website, and ensures all Girl Scouts have an opportunity to Gift To The City information. learn about and engage in a seamlessly integrated multichannel digital sales program Then, visit the Southwest Florida Sources: The Story of Fort Myers by that will teach important “m-commerce” lessons for our increasingly mobile-based Museum of History at 2031 Jackson Karl H. Grismer, The News-Press, The economy. Street, where you can learn more about Edisons of Fort Myers by Tom Smoot, Upgrades to the girl-facing website include a goal-setting calculator to help girls how and why Edison ended up in down- and edisonfordwinterestates.org. track the number of boxes they need to sell to reach their goal – instilling the impor- town Fort Myers. tance of setting both short- and long-term financial goals – and new ways to organize For information, call 321-7430 or go orders. Girls will be able to further personalize their pages during setup and access to swflmuseumofhistory.com. Museum Lakes Regional improved cookie sales data, with colorful charts showing sales by cookie type and hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday delivery method, as well as week-by-week trends. through Saturday. Library Book Sale “Digital Cookie will forever change the Girl Scout Cookie Program. It provides girls Then continue south on McGregor a fun, engaging way to learn essential new business skills,” said Sue Stewart, CEO of he Friends of Lakes Regional Boulevard to the Southwest Florida Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida. “With the ability to use the Digital Cookie platform Library will hold a book sale at Historical Society’s research center. on mobile devices, girls will be able to reach more customers so that they can achieve Tthe library on Satuary, January 23 The all-volunteer non-profit organiza- their goals of giving back to the community and determining their focus for their Girl from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. A large selection tion is at 10091 McGregor Boulevard on Scout experience – such as outdoor adventures, healthy living and STEM-themed of fiction and non-fiction books as well the campus of the Lee County Alliance activities.” as CD’s, DVD’s and audiobooks will be for the Arts. Designed with input from girls, the innovative new enhancements use the “science available for purchase. The center is open Wednesday and of play” to expand girls’ understanding of the business cycle. Girls will be introduced to Lakes Regional Library is located at Saturday between 9 a.m. and noon and important new skills about running an e-commerce business, including digital market- 15290 Bass Road in Fort Myers. ing, online money management, revenue projection, and digital customer acquisition

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Trippe, CIC, CPIA. com. Sanibel Island, FL ReservationsR Suggested www.iltesoro.net • 239-395-4022 Our email address is [email protected] 8 THE RIVER - JANUARY 15, 2016 For more information, call Along The River Lance at 645-6457 (Ford’s Garage) or go to www.fortmy- ersriverdistrictalliance.com. If you prefer, join other music lovers as they gather at Times Square on Fort Myers Beach for the free Sunset Celebration series of concerts. Sunset Celebration provides an opportunity to hear local bands in a spectacular setting. It is held every Friday and Saturday from 5 to 10 p.m., weather permitting. The con- Shell Point presents Concerts & Conversations: Ashu, certs are free to the public. Saxophonist on Saturday at 7 p.m. Friday, January 15 features music by popular local band High Tide, which plays an unusual but refreshing collec- tion of popular music covers: reggae, classic rock, alternative rock, R&B and funk. On Saturday, it’s Troublemakerz. For more information about Sunset Celebration, call 463-5900. Support your local artists by buying handmade and artsy items at the 7th annual Downtown Fort Myers Saturday Art Fair on January 16. It runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and features vibrant, accomplished artists and crafters set up in downtown Fort Myers to sell the works they create. Artists will set up on the First Street sidewalks from Hendry to Jackson streets. Expect to see works of fine art, jewelry, ceramics, designer wear and unique artsy fine crafts. Prints from original works are also available. Art vendors will have tables on the sidewalk in front of prominent businesses. For more information about the Saturday Art Fair, contact Claudia Goode at [email protected] or at 337-5050. Do you love bacon? Then you won’t want to miss Bacon Jam at Centennial Park The Downtown Fort Myers Saturday Art Fair – from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. – features the fine art, on Saturday, January 16. The food and music festival runs 11 a.m. to sunset and pro- jewelry, ceramics, designer wear and unique artsy fine crafts. Painting by Noel. ceeds benefit Caleb’s Crusade, a local organization which serves families affected by he historic River District comes alive this Friday with the return of Music childhood cancer. Walk. At Bacon Jam, you’ll find a variety of creative bacon-based dishes from local res- T Stroll along downtown Fort Myers’ beautiful brick-lined streets while musicians taurants and food trucks. Live music from bands will be playing on the main stage all play in and around restaurants, bars, art galleries and shops. Each month brings new day: Rocker at noon, Bite the Bullet at 2 p.m. and Lazy Bonez from 4 p.m. to sunset. energy and great music, from jazz and blues to rock ‘n’ roll. Music Walk is held on the Popular local dance troupe The Calendar Girls will also be there. third Friday of every month beginning at 6 p.m. Admission to Bacon Jam is $5. Kids 12 and under are admitted free. Centennial Park is located at 2000 West First Street, Fort Myers. For more infor- mation, go to www.swfljams.com. The 2nd annual Antique Boat Show returns to The Marina at Edison Ford on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Antique boats in many varieties will be on show and visitors can get an up-close look at them. Boat owners will also be available for questions. The free event also features live music and vendors. The Marina at Edison Ford is located at 2360 West First Street, Fort Myers. For more information, go to www.antiqueboatshowfortmyers.com. On Saturday night at 7 p.m., Shell Point Retirement Community presents Concerts & Conversations: Ashu, Saxophonist at the Grand Cypress Room at The Woodlands. Tickets are $26. Ashu was born and raised in California and started playing the saxophone at age 10. He soon began entering competitions and found himself receiving a wide range of opportunities, making his debuts at Carnegie Hall, Weill Hall, and concert debut at DAR Constitution Hall in Washington, D.C. Since then, his solo performances have taken him to Norway, Switzerland, Germany, Austria, France, Portugal and the West Indies. He tours regularly with renowned orchestras throughout the United States and Europe, including the Vienna Chamber Orchestra and Metropolitan Orchestra of continued on page 9

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Alex conducted in English and Church Slavonic; Education Workshop 10 a.m., Reverend School all times. and Patricia Wiggins, Ministers following the Julian (Old) Calendar. Margaret L. Beard, Minister. 226-0900. FAITH FELLOWSHIP WORLD NEW COVENANT EYES CHURCH Liturgical Services Sundays and Holy Days www.allfaiths-uc.org OUTREACH MINISTRIES See Clearly. Meeting monthly at 9 a.m. at 9:30 a.m. Holy Liturgy 0 a.m. Call to ALL SAINTS BYZANTINE 6111 South Pointe Boulevard, Fort Myers, the Elks Lodge. 1900 Park Meadows Drive, confirm service schedule: 997-2847; RITE CATHOLIC CHURCH 278-3638. Sunday Worship, 10:30 a.m.; Fort Myers. 220-8519. Pastor Alan Bondar. Bookstore 691-1775. www. 10291 Bayshore Road, North Fort Myers Voice of Faith, WCRN 13.50 AM Radio, www.newcovenanteyes.com. LIFT Kidz saintnicholasmonastery.org. Divine Liturgy Sunday 10:30 a.m.; Rosary Sunday, 1:30 p.m.; Thursday Service, 7:30 program, free coffee and donuts. ST. VINCENT DE PAUL begins 10 a.m. Lenten services p.m.; Friday Youth Service, 7:30 p.m. NEW HOPE BAPTIST CHURCH CATHOLIC COMMUNITY (Presanctifi ed Liturgy) will be on Nursery care for pre-school children and OF FORT MYERS 13031 Palm Beach Boulevard (3 miles east Wednesday evenings at 6 p.m. starting Children’s Church ages 5 to12 available. 16120 San Carlos Boulevard, Unit 10. 985- of I75) East Fort Myers (across from Fort February. Very Reverend Peter Lickman, FAITH UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 8503. 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for all Myers Shores) 693-0818. 9 a.m. Tuesday 305-651-0991. Church of the Eastern 15690 McGregor Boulevard, Fort Myers, ages. 11 a.m Sunday Morning Worship. 7 through Friday. 4 p.m. Saturday, 9 and 11 Catholic or Byzantine Rite, 1.5 mi. east of 482-2030. Pastor David Stauffer.Traditional p.m. Wednesday Evening Bible Study. a.m. Sunday. Interstate 75. Service Sunday 8:45 a.m., Contemporary NEW HOPE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH SOUTHWEST BAPTIST CHURCH ANNUNCIATION GREEK Service Sunday 10:30 a.m. Go south on 3825 McGregor Boulevard. Fort Myers. 16940 McGregor Boulevard, Fort Myers, ORTHODOX CHURCH McGregor Boulevard. The church is ½ mile Pastor Eddie Spencer. 8 and 9:30 a.m. 454-3336. Robert G. Kasten Pastor. 8210 Cypress Lake Drive, Fort Myers past the intersection of Gladiolus and San Traditional Worship. 11 a.m. Contemporary Sunday 11 a.m. Nursery 9:45 a.m. Sunday Reverend Fr. Dean Nastos, Proistamenos Carlos Boulevard on the way to Sanibel. Worship. 8, 9:30 and 11 a.m. Sunday School all ages. Junior Church grades one Orthros Service Sunday 9 a.m., Divine FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST, SCIENTIST School. Youth and Children’s programming to five. Wee Church Pre-K to K. Evening Liturgy Sunday 10 a.m., www.annunciation. 2390 West First Street, next door to Edison runs concurrent to Sunday services. Service 6 p.m. Wednsday Service 6 p.m. fl.goarch.org, 481-2099 Estates. 10:30 a.m Sunday Service and Nursery care provided at all services. 274- TEMPLE BETHEL SYNAGOGUE BETH SHILOH Sunday School; 12 noon Wednesday 1230. www.newhopefortmyers.org. 16225 Winkler Road Fort Myers. 433-0018, MESSIANIC SYNAGOGUE Testimony Meeting. Child care provided at PEACE COMMUNITY CHURCH www.templebethel.com. rabbi.barras@ 15675 McGregor Boulevard. Rabbi Judah services. Reading Room located in church Fort Myers Beach Masonic Lodge. templebethel.com. Rabbi Jeremy Barras, Hungerman. Friday Service, 8 p.m., building for quiet study and information 17671 Pine Ridge Road. 267-7400 Cantor Victor Geigner, Religious School Saturday Service, 11 a.m. Shabbat School about Christian Science. Monday and Pastors, Gail and RC Fleeman. Adult Director Dale Cohen, Learning Tree Saturday Morning, Adult Hebrew Classes. Friday noon to 4 p.m., Wednesday 1 to 4 Discussion Classes 8:45 a.m. Countdown Director Jesyca Virnig, Office Manager Call for information 437-3171 p.m. christiansciencefortmyers.net, to Worship 10:10 a.m. Amazing Grace Inna Vasser. Union For Reform Judaism BREAD OF LIFE MINISTRIES christianscience.com Worship:10:30 a.m. www. Shabbat Service Friday 7:30 p.m., Torah CHURCH OF GOD FIRST CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE peacecommunitychurch.com. Study Saturday 9:30 a.m. Religious School 16581 McGregor Boulevard, 267-3166 13545 American Colony Boulevard off PEACE LUTHERAN CHURCH Wednesday 5:30 p.m. and Sunday 9:30 Just past the Tanger Outlet Mall. Pastor Daniels Parkway in the Colony, Fort Myers, Sunday Worship at 9:30 a.m. Peace a a.m. Learning Tree Monday through Friday. Barry Lentz, 281-3063. Sunday Worship, 936-2511 Pastor Reverend Joey Brummett member of ELCA. Weekly communion with TEMPLE JUDEA (CONSERVATIVE) 10:30 a.m., Wednesday Bible Study, 7 p.m. Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.; Morning traditional liturgy, organ and choir. 15840 14486 A&W Bulb Road, Fort Myers, 433- CHABAD LUBAVITCH Worship, 10:30 a.m.; Sunday Evening, 6 McGregor Boulevard, Fort Myers, on the 0201, Rabbi: Rabbi Marc Sack Minyan: OF SW FLORIDA ORTHODOX p.m.; Wednesday Family Night, 7 p.m. way to Sanibel. 437-2599, www. Monday at 9 a.m. Religious Education: 5620 Winkler Road, Fort Myers. Rabbi FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH peaceftmyers.com, peace@peaceftmyers. Sunday mornings and Wednesday Yitzchok Minkowicz. 433-7708, rabbi@ Downtown Fort Myers River District, 2466 com. evenings. Services Friday 6:30 p.m. and chabadswf.org. www.chabadswf.org. First Street, 332-1152. www.fumcftmyers. REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH Saturday 9 a.m. www.tjswfl.org. Friday service 6:30 p.m.; Saturday org. Sunday Services: 9:30 a.m. Sunday 3950 Winkler Ext., Fort Myers, 274-0143 THE NEW CHURCH Kabbalah class 9 a.m.; Shacharit 10 a.m.; School; 10:30 a.m. Blended Church 8:15 and 10:15 a.m. Sunday Services The New Church of SWFL, 10811 Sunset Kiddush at noon. Minyan Monday and Service; 5:30 p.m. Youth Group. Daily early learning center/day care. Plaza Circle #401, behind Zoomers. Thursday 7 a.m. FORT MYERS CHRISTIAN CHURCH RIVER OF LIFE ASSEMBLY OF GOD Reverend Gabriella Cahaley. Sundays 11 CHAPEL OF CYPRESS COVE (DISCIPLES OF CHRIST) A STEPHEN 21580 River Ranch Road, Estero. 495- a.m. during the season. Other worship 10200 Cypress Cove Circle Fort Myers MINISTRIES CONGREGATION 0400, Senior Pastor Todd Weston. 8 and events on Fort Myers Beach. http://www. 850-3943, Located at Cypress Cove 5916 Winkler Road, Fort Myers, 437-4330 9:45 a.m Services; 11:30 a.m. Legacy newchurchflorida.com. 481-5535. Retirement Center on HealthPark Campus Pastor Reverend Mark Condrey. Sunday Service, multi-generational. UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST An ecumenical non-denominational Worship 10:30 a.m., Church School 9:15 SAMUDRABADRA BUDDHIST CENTER CHURCH FORT MYERS community of believers. Sunday Worship a.m. Meditation classes. Guided meditations, 13411 Shire Lane (off Daniels Parkway Service, 10 a.m.; Wednesday Bible Study, FORT MYERS CONGREGATIONAL methods to relaxe body and focus mind on one mile west of I-75). Minister The 7 p.m. Reverendt Ted Althouse, Pastor UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST: virtuous objects. Bring peace and Reverend Allison Farnum. Sunday services [email protected] 8210 College Parkway, Fort Myers. 482- happiness into daily activity. 567-9739. and religious education at 10:30 a.m. 561- CHURCH OF THE CROSS 3133. Philip White, pastor. Morning Worship: www.MeditationInFortMyers.org. 2700. www.uucfm.org. 13500 Freshman Lane; 768-2188. Pastor 10 a.m., Church School: 10:15 a.m., Adult SAINT COLUMBKILLE UNITY OF BONITA SPRINGS Bud Stephens; A nondemonimational Forum: 11:30 a.m. CATHOLIC CHURCH 28285 Imperial Street, Bonita Springs. 947- church emphasizing a personal IONA-HOPE EPISCOPAL 12171 Iona Road, Fort Myers, off 3100. Family Service 10 to 11 a.m. Healing relationship with Jesus Christ. Sunday CONGREGATION McGregor and north of Gladiolus. 489- Circle 11 a.m. Hospitality and Fellowship, Service: 9:15 a.m. Traditional, 10:45 9650 Gladiolus Drive, Fort Myers 454- 3973 Father Joseph Clifford. Monday 11 a.m. Inspiring lesson, uplifting and Contemporary. 4778. Reverend Ray Buchanan Rector. through Saturday 8 a.m. Saturday 3 and 5 dynamic music, meditation in a loving CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH Saturday 5 p.m., Eucharist with Healing; p.m.; Sunday 7, 9,11 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. environment. 1619 Llewellyn Drive Fort Myers. Just off Sunday 8 a.m., Holy Eucharist, Rite One; Reconciliation Saturdays 12 noon and by UNITY OF FORT MYERS McGregor across from the Edison/Ford 9:30 a.m., Family Eucharist with Healing appointment. 11120 Ranchette Road, Fort Myers Winter Estates 334-4978, Pastor Douglas and Church School. Tuesday 9:30 a.m., ST. FRANCIS XAVIER Sunday Services 9:15 and 11 a.m. Kelchner, Worship times Sunday’s 9 and Morning Prayer (in Spanish); Wednesday CATHOLIC CHURCH Children’s classes 11 a.m. Reverend Jim 10:30 a.m. Website: www.taecc.com 9:30 a.m., Eucharist with Healing. Child 2157 Cleveland Avenue, Fort Myers, 334- Rosemergy. 278-1511, www. COVENANT PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH care available Saturday 5 p.m. and Sunday 2161. Masses: Monday through Thursday unityoffortmyers.org. Our God is Love, Our 2439 McGregor Boulevard, 334-8937 9:30 a.m. services. 6:45 a.m.; Friday 6:45 and 11 a.m.; Race is Human, Our Religion is Oneness Reverned Dr. Jeffrey DeYoe, Senior Pastor JESUS THE WORKER Saturday 4 p.m.; Sunday 6:45, 9:30 and WESTMINSTER PRESBYTERIAN Reverend David Dietzel, Pastor Emeritus. CATHOLIC CHURCH 11 a.m., 12:15, 4 Creole and 6 p.m. CHURCH Traditional Sunday service 10 a.m. Nursery 881 Nuna Avenue, Fort Myers, 481-1143 SAINT JOHN THE APOSTLE 9065 Ligon Court, Fort Myers, across from available. Masses Friday and Saturday, 7 p.m.; METROPOLITAN COMMUNITY CHURCH HealthPark Hospital, 481-2125. Senior CYPRESS LAKE BAPTIST CHURCH Sunday, 8 and 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. 3049 McGregor Boulevard, Fort Myers, Pastor Robert Brunson. Sunday 9:30 a.m. 8400 Cypress Lake Drive, Fort Myers, 481- KINGDOM LIFE CHURCH 344-0012. Pastor Reverend Steve Filizzi. Sunday School for all ages. 11 a.m. 5442 Randy A. Alston, Reverend. Sunday 2154 McGregor Boulevard, Fort Myers, An Affirming and Inclusive Congregation Blended Worship. www. Services: Bible study, 9:45 a.m. Morning 218-8343. Pastor Randy and Anita Sunday Services 10 a.m. westminsterfortmyers.org Worship, 11 a.m., Evening Worship, 7 p.m., Thurman. 10:30 a.m. Sunday Service. SAINT MICHAEL LUTHERAN WORD OF LIFE CHURCH Wednesday Prayer Meeting, 6:30 p.m. LAMB OF GOD CHURCH CHURCH & SCHOOL (LCMS) 2120 Collier Avenue, Fort Myers. 274-8881. CYPRESS LAKE A few federated Lutheran (ELCA) and 3595 Broadway, Fort Myers, 939-1218, Sunday 10 a.m.; Wednesday 7 p.m. Bishop PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Episcopal Congregation. 19691 Cypress Worship: Saturday 5:30 p.m., Sunday 8 Gaspar and Michele Anastasi 8260 Cypress Lake Drive, Fort Myers, View Drive, Fort Myers. 267-3525. www. and 10:45 a.m. Bible Study for adults and ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH 481-3233. www.clpc.us. Clint Cottrell, lambofgodchurch.net. Reverend Dr. James children Sunday at 9:15 a.m. 7401 Winkler Road, Fort Myers. 481-4040. Pastor. Prayer Service 8 a.m., Praise 9 Reho. Sunday 7:45 and 10 a.m. Sunday’s SAINT PETER LUTHERAN CHURCH Pastor Curtis Deterding. Sunday 8 a.m. a.m., Children’s Church 9 a.m., Traditional Cool for Children 10 a.m. 3751 Estero Boulevard, Fort Myers Beach, Traditional, 10:45 a.m. Blended, 9:30 a.m. 11 a.m. Summer Prayer Service 8 a.m. NEW BEGINNINGS CENTER 463-4251, www.stpeterfmb.com. Eductional Hour. www.zionfm.org. THE RIVER - JANUARY 15, 2016 11 Church To Celebrate King In Speech And Song t. Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church on Sanibel invites the Sentire community to join in its Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Celebration, to be held in the church’s Sanctuary beginning at 6 p.m. on Monday, January 18. As the first church in Lee County – and one of the first Episcopal churches in Florida – to integrate, St. Michael’s is especially pleased to host this important event. The celebration features a unique performance by the Housing Authority of the City of Fort Myers Youth Choir, The HACFM Youth Choir, under the direction of Darlene Mitchell, will sing at the King in its Sanibel debut. Comprised of 72 celebration children, ages 5 to 17, who reside in the family development of the Authority The Reverend Dr. Michael Battle will deliver and the Norstar Accolade company, the keynote address this choir is the first choral group of its Powerful Women Award. Mitchell has led kind in the nation. Formed in summer the HACFM Youth Choir since its incep- 2014 and sustained entirely by numer- tion in 2014. ous monetary and in-kind donations, the Keynote speaker for the evening is choir performs at community events and The Very Reverend Dr. Michael Battle. at functions promoting the mission of Currently Herbert Thompson Professor the Authority. The choir made its debut of Church and Society and Director of August 30, 2014 at Dunbar High School the Desmond Tutu Center at General to commemorate the Southern Christian Theological Seminary in New York, Leadership Conference Civil Rights Battle earned a bachelor’s degree from Movement’s 50th Anniversary. It has Duke University, a master of Divinity since appeared at such venues as Holiday from Princeton Theological Seminary, in the [Roberto Clemente] Park, and the a master of Sacred Theology from Yale Lee County Black History Society’s annu- University and a Ph.D. in Theology and al Juneteenth/Father’s Day celebration. Ethics from Duke. Ordained in 1993 by Organizers for the event are, standing from left, Don Adams, Music Minister Hank Glass Most recently, it performed at the Fort Anglican Archbishop Desmond Tutu, he and Yvonne Hill, and seated from left, Rector Ellen Sloan, Wendy McLaughlin, David Bath Myers Miracle baseball game on August has served as vicar at St. Titus Episcopal and Roberta Winters 4, 2015, singing the National Anthem. Church, Durham, North Carolina, rector In Me. In 2010, Battle received one of the direction of Music Minister Hank Forty of the group’s singers will appear at at Church of Our Saviour, San Gabriel, the highest distinctions of the Anglican Glass, and a memorized recitation, by the King Day Celebration. California, and St. Ambrose Episcopal Church, that of Six Preacher, conferred 12-year-old Zaire Saldana, of King’s Youth Choir Director Darlene Mitchell Church, Raleigh, North Carolina, by the Archbishop of Canterbury, Rowan famous “I Have A Dream” speech. To is a well-known area singer and vocal and interim rector or associate priest Williams. This recognition, originating conclude the celebration, the Parish Choir coach. A graduate of Hodges University with churches in North Carolina and with Thomas Cranmer in 16th-century will lead the audience in a sing-along of and member of the Client Services staff Cape Town, South Africa. He has also England, is awarded only to those few We Shall Overcome. at the Housing Authority of the City of served as chaplain to Archbishop Tutu, clerics who demonstrate exemplary dedi- The event will be followed by a recep- Fort Myers, she has been recognized for Congressman John Lewis, the House of cation to the Church. Battle and his wife, tion in the Church’s Parish Hall. her achievement in the arts and in com- Bishops and, in 2008, for the Lambeth Raquel, were married by Archbishop To inquire about special events at St. munity activism, as a Dr. Martin Luther Conference of Anglican Bishops. Tutu. Tutu baptized their two daughters, Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church, King Hall of Fame inductee, sponsored Battle has published nine books, Sage and Bliss, and their son, Zion, as contact Rector Ellen Sloan at 472-2173 by the Dunbar Festival and the Lee including Reconciliation: The Ubuntu well. or visit saintmichaels-sanibel.org. County Black History Society, and recipi- Theology of Desmond Tutu, and the The evening, which is free and open For further information, contact Jan ent of the Southwest Florida Puerto Rican book for the Episcopal Church’s General to the public, also includes a performance Holly at 472-3594 or janholly4@gmail. Chamber of Commerce’s 2010 Most Convention, Ubuntu: I In You and You by the St. Michael’s Parish Choir, under com.

Estero area on December 29. They have eligibility requirements. You are eligible to Church leased a home in Estates at Estero and receive food once a week if your house- Holiday will be living there as they get better hold meets the income guidelines avail- Welcomes acquainted with the area. able at the food pantry or participates in Collection Hope United Church is located at any of the following programs: New Pastor 7470 Hickory Drive in Fort Myers, Call • Supplemental Nutrition Assistance And Closings anuary 1 welcomed in a new year 267-3331 for more information. Program (SNAP) n Monday, January 18, Dr. and Hope United Church in Fort • Temporary Assistance to Needy Martin Luther King, Jr.’s birth- JMyers welcomed a new pastor, Rev. Families (TANF) Oday, the City of Fort Myers’ Solid Kevin Morris and his wife, Kim. Local Church • Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Waste Division will have no change in On January 3, Rev. Morris shared • Medicaid residential and commercial collection. the worship service with Rev. Dr. Lou Offers Weekly You only need to meet one of these All trash, recycling, horticultural and Thompson as Lou delivered a final ser- requirements to be eligible to receive bulk pick up will be collected as regularly mon of his brief pastorate at Hope. And Food Pantry USDA foods. scheduled. on January 10, Rev. Morris lead his first Volunteers and food donations are The City of Fort Myers’ Utility Billing n Tuesdays and Fridays from 9 always welcome. Contact the church at worship at Hope for what is expected to to 11 a.m., St. Vincent de Paul Office and all city offices will be closed be the beginning of a long pastorate. 334-9225 to donate and/or volunteer in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King, OChurch operates a food pantry at your time. Join the congregation at Hope in Jr.’s birthday on January 18. 2073 Lafayette Avenue on the corner For more information about local food January as we begin this new pastorate of Grand, one block west of the City of If you have any questions concern- and welcome Kevin and Kim to our com- pantries, go to www.foodpantries.org/ci/ ing your service, contact the Solid Waste Palms baseball stadium. fl-fort_myers. munity. Be sure to wear your name tag. To be eligible for food assistance, you Division at 321-8050. Rev. Morris and Kim moved to the must have a photo ID and meet USDA 12 THE RIVER - JANUARY 15, 2016 mal outing. Although this snook action Cold Front did not completely quit, it really slowed. During the colder days this week, get- Changes ting a snook to eat a bait before things warmed up by midday was just about Up Fishing impossible. During the afternoon as tem- by Capt. Matt peratures gradually warmed up, some of Mitchell the snook action did pick up but it was not close to what we have been lucky or the last enough to experience for the last few couple of months. Just the way these snook took a Fmonths, our bait in the cooler water was a whole dif- water temperature ferent thing and nothing like the aggres- has been unseason- sive explosive action we got used to. ably warm, staying Cool clear water did do wonders right in the mid- though for our trout fishing. Free-lined 70s. The drastic shiners caught lots of trout this week up 10-degree drop we to a whopping 24 inches. Limits came experienced this easily most days once you located the week due to the strongest cold front of fish. Most of these trout were caught fish- the year really changed things up. The ing in three to five feet of water on the most noticeable difference was how drop-offs of grass flats during the lower tough the snook bite became. Luckily, tide periods. Watching these big trout there were lots of other species that still chase and blow up on live shiners on the kept feeding and it was just a matter of surface is always a blast. changing up tactics to keep my clients Colder water also finally got the usual happy. rat redfish of winter fired up. Mangrove Paul Black from Sea Isle, New Jersey with a pompano caught while fishing with Capt. For months now, our catch and islands in the southern sound had plenty Matt Mitchell this week release winter snook bite would just not of reds ranging from 16 to 22 inches quit with 30-plus fish caught being a nor- with both live shrimp and shiners catch- ing these fish. Most of these redfish activity, it was time to shrimp fish. Live were caught over the sand and grass shrimp are a must have option during bottom mix just out from the mangroves cold periods and catch a mixed bag of while fishing the wind blown sides of the fish. While bouncing these shrimp chunks Send Us Your Fish Tales islands.Creek fishing for these redfish has slowly across the bottom in deeper man- not started to pop yet but, with another grove channels, we caught pompano, he River Weekly would like to hear from anglers about their catches. cold front on the way, it should start to sheepshead, snapper, small gag grouper Send us details including tackle, bait and weather conditions, date of catch, happen soon. and black drum before things finally Tspecies and weight, and include photographs with identification. Drop them During the colder days this week, to started to wake up and come to life on at the River Weekly, 1609 Hendry Street, Suite 15, Fort Myers, Florida 33901, get on action it often meant switching shiners. or email to [email protected]. things up and going to chunks of shrimp Fog is all part of our winter boating on a jig head. If I would live chum a spot and happens a lot this time of year when with shiners and not see any surface water temperatures are warmer than the air temperature. Several mornings this week, we had very low visibility due to CLEAR YOUR GEAR dense fog and to get around safely you It Catches More Than Fish had to have total confidence in your elec- BOAT tronics and good tracks to follow on your GPS. Being out in these whiteout condi- Single hooks cause tions can be nerve-racking and it’s easy to get turned around, run aground or even less damage than RENTALS lost. Go slow, be alert and take your time Fishing • Cabbage Key in the fog as other boats and markers treble hooks can’t be seen until they are often very Dolphin Watching close. Be safe out there! Captains Available Capt. Matt Mitchell has been fishing local waters since he moved to Sanibel in 1980. He now lives in St. James City 472-5800 and works as a back country fishing Jensen’s Marina guide. If you have comments or ques- Captiva Island tions email [email protected].

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“There’s not another tarpon tourna- ‘Ding’ Darling And Doc Ford’s ment like this in the area,” said Marty Harrity, Doc Ford’s co-owner. “In past Tarpon Tournament Coming In May years, we’ve had fishermen from all over the country. Last year we paid out $25,375 in awards to five out of 48 par- ticipating teams.” “Doc Ford’s has been a faithful sup- porter of our efforts at ‘Ding’ Darling, helping greatly to bolster refuge programs and research to balance federal budget shortfalls,” said Birgie Miller, DDWS executive director. “Last year, we raised $50,000 for the refuge as a result of sponsorships, donations and auction pro- ceeds. We’re so grateful to Doc Ford’s for this huge effort on our behalf.” For more information on the tourna- ment, visit dingdarlingsociety.org/tarpon- tourney. Anyone interested in becoming a tournament sponsor should contact Miller at 292-0566 or director@dingdarlingsoci- ety.org. Tournament sponsors include: title sponsor: Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille; present- ing sponsor: Diversified Yacht Services of Fort Myers Beach. Last year’s winners pulled in four tarpon and more than $11,000. As a non-profit 501(c)3 organization, DDWS works to support JN “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge’s mission of conservation, wildlife and habitat protection, 100 percent purse promises to make the 5th annual “Ding” Darling & Doc research, and public education through charitable donations and Refuge Nature Shop Ford’s Tarpon Tournament on May 7 the hottest competition on the water. It proceeds. Apays out 100 percent of the entry fee as tournament awards. To support DDWS and the refuge with a tax-deductible gift, visit www.dingdarling- The team fee of $500 for up to four anglers also includes a Captain’s Dinner the society.org or contact Birgie Miller at 292-0566 or [email protected]. night prior and awards ceremony dinner the evening of the tournament. All events take place at Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille on Fort Myers Beach. From page 6 Doc Ford’s – with locations also on Sanibel and Captiva – has again committed to being the title sponsor for the 2016 tournament, along with the “Ding” Darling Volunteer Fair Wildlife Society-Friends of the Refuge (DDWS). Diversified Yacht Services, Inc., will for 12:30 p.m. at Lakes Regional Library, located at 15290 Bass Road Fort Myers the fifth consecutive year offer support at the presenting sponsor level. Proceeds ben- Offer your skills and experience to local non-profit or public agencies. At the efit wildlife and conservation education at JN “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge Volunteer Fair, meet face-to-face with local organizations that need your help. on Sanibel. For more information, call Louise Hawthorne at 433-2000 ext. 225. 14 THE RIVER - JANUARY 15, 2016 Plant Smart For The Birds by Gerri Reaves f you want to attract birds to your yard, Igive them reasons to show up: a pesticide-free environment, safe cover, nesting habitat and food. While seed-filled bird feeders will certainly attract birds (not to men- tion squirrels and ducks!), planting trees and shrubs that provide all of the above might increase the number of bird species that visit in your yard in the long run. The fruits pictured here are only three of many that will make your The fruit of firebush, golden dewdrop and seagrape all attract birds photos by Gerri Reaves yard a preferred avian Golden dewdrop is somewhat drought tolerant and will tolerate nutrient-poor soil. It hang-out. grows best in full sun and usually remains shrub size, but in good conditions develops Native firebush (Hamelia patens) not only attracts a variety of birds with its purple- into a small tree. black berries, but also butterflies with the red-orange tubular flowers. Hummingbirds It can also be trained to grow on trellises, walls and fences. feed on the nectar. Seagrape’s (coccoloba uvifera) fruit sometimes sets up competition between people This low-maintenance, storm-resistant hedge or small tree (there’s also a dwarf and wildlife. Birds visit the tree for the delicious bunches of grapes, and so do people variety) blooms all year and adjusts to a variety of conditions. It’s a must-plant for both wanting to make seagrape jelly. bird- and butterfly-watchers. This native tree’s value to people and wildlife is difficult to overstate. It is protected There’s some disagreement among experts as to golden dewdrop’s (Duranta by law because it prevents coastal erosion; its canopy and fruit provide cover and food repens) native status, but there’s no disputing its beauty and value to wildlife. for wildlife, respectively. The clusters of yellow fruit and five-lobed tubular blue flowers often simultaneously Other winning characteristics include seagrape’s beautiful large reddish veined exist on the shrub. leaves, high salt tolerance, and low maintenance requirements. Songbirds like the fleshy fruit, the flowers attract butterflies and hummingbirds, and Give your yard’s resident and migrating birds some variety – plant some living bird- the foliage provides cover for birds. Leave all the fruit for the birds, however, for it is feeders and enjoy the scene. toxic to humans. Plant Smart explores the diverse flora of South Florida.

Vendors who wish to participate should call CityBiz at 549-5599 or email Shell Factory 14th Annual Gumbo Fest [email protected]. he Shell Factory & The Shell Factory & Nature Park is located four miles north of the Caloosahatchee Nature Park will stage River on U.S. 41 in North Fort Myers. Visit www.shellfactory.com for more informa- Ttheir 14th annual tion. Southwest Florida Gumbo Fest on Sunday, January 31 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Again this year, Sam Galloway Free Guided Ford will sponsor the event with a number of new Ford Nature Walk cars displayed on site. This years’ event will feature oin a Lee County volunteer natu- two live bands headlined ralist for a free 1.4 mile nature by Dwayne Dopsie & The Jand history walk at Wild Turkey Zydeco Hellraisers and The Strand Preserve at 9 a.m. this Saturday, Porchdogs. January 16. Wild Turkey Strand Several types of gumbo will Preserve is located at 11901 Rod and be available along with some Gun Club Road in Fort Myers. unique festival food. Admission The preserve occupies portions of the is free, with lots of children’s’ former Buckingham Army Airfield, the Scenic wetlands draw waterfowl to Wild activities and a great day of fun state’s largest airfield training base during Turkey Strand Preserve for the entire family. Children World War II. It is also located within the restroom are onsite. No reservations are will also have free admission boundaries of Lee County’s designated required and no dogs are permitted in to the Nature Park with a aquifer recharge area. this preserve. paid adult or senior admis- The 90-minute walk is on a fully Call 707-3325 for more information. sion. All proceeds benefit The accessible trail, and a picnic shelter and Nature Park Environmental Education Foundation, which provides transportation for Lee County school students to visit the Park. Capt’n Fishbones, the Soaring Eagle Zip Line, the retail store and Fun Park will all be open during the Email your editorial copy to: festival. “I believe this will be our largest Gumbo Fest ever,” said Rick Tupper, CFO and [email protected] marketing director. “Gumbo Fest has become a real family event and emphasizes our marketing direction as the number one family entertainment destination in Southwest Florida.” THE RIVER - JANUARY 15, 2016 15 Florida students.” Cruise For Kids To Pure Education offers marine science Pure Florida Sunset Music Cruise field trips, which feature a hands-on ure Florida will Benefit Lee And opportunity for Pre-K to sixth grade stu- offer a Sunset dents. Marine science field trip options PMusic Cruise on Collier Schools include approximately 1.5-hour and Friday, January 29 at ure Florida is supporting the 2-hour educational cruises, sailing from 4:30 p.m. departing school districts of Lee and Collier Naples and Fort Myers. On these cruises, from its Fort Myers Pcounties by hosting Cruise for Kids children work in groups to test the quality location. The 90-min- January 15 to 17 at its Fort Myers loca- of local waterways for phosphate, nitrate, ute excursion will tion and January 22 to 24 at its Naples pH, salinity, turbidity and other related take passengers on location. Cruises set sail at 10 a.m., activities. Schools can also include engi- a relaxing cruise fea- noon and 2 p.m. and sunset cruises neering challenges, such as Float Your turing a live musical depart one hour before sunset. Boat and Submersibles. performance and the Cruise for Kids at its Fort Myers loca- Marine science field trips are $15 stunning Southwest tion will benefit The Foundation for Lee per child and $15 per adult chaperones Florida sunset. County Public Schools and its Naples with free admission for teachers. All Passengers cruising location will support Champions for programming is coordinated with the from Pure Florida’s Learning, the education foundation in Next Generation Florida Sunshine State Fort Myers location Pure Florida’s Fort Myers location will offer a Sunset Music Cruise Collier County. Science Standards. Curriculum outlines will cruise aboard the on January 29 Pure Florida will donate a portion of with vocabulary and ideas for additional M/V Edison Explorer, the proceeds from any of its cruises or activities are provided to each teacher. drifting along the Caloosahatchee River. Guests will have the opportunity to explore activities to the foundations to fund tools Marine experiences that showcase the evening scenery of downtown Fort Myers on the water and the beautiful bird rook- and resources for teachers and students. the natural beauty of Southwest Florida ery accompanied by live music performed by Jon Dunnicliff. “As another school semester com- including sightseeing, river and sunset Aboard the vessel, guests are invited to relax, have a drink and enjoy the beauty of mences, Pure Florida understands that cruises, are available for passengers of all the natural surroundings, showcasing the unique wildlife native to Southwest Florida. budgets can be limiting and that many ages. Beer, wine, soft drinks and snacks will be available for purchase on-board. Once out teachers are pulling from their own pock- Captains Lance and Harry Julian to sea, the captain will stop the vessel as the sun begins to set so that guests can ets to create a quality learning environ- acquired the Naples-based Double enjoy the famed Southwest Florida sunset and take advantage of this premier photo ment for their students. This is why the Sunshine and Lady Brett fishing vessels opportunity. Pure Education program at Pure Florida in 2009 and have grown the company Once the sun has dropped below the horizon, the vessel will begin its return voy- is dedicated to supporting local educators to include 19 vessels in Naples and Fort age, providing the opportunity for guests to enjoy the rich colors in the sky and twin- and their students,” said Lance Julian, Myers. kling evening lights on the river, set to the tune of the evening’s musical performance. co-foundera. “The funds raised... will sup- With a long history in maritime pro- Upon returning to the Pure Florida dock, guests can conclude their experience by port Pure Education’s mission to provide ductions, they havof the most memorable exploring the local shops and restaurants of downtown Fort Myers. the tools and resources that are essential water scenes in film production, with The M/V Edison Explorer departs from The Marina at Edison Ford, located at to creating an exceptional educational credits including Titanic and Waterworld 2360 W. First Street in Fort Myers. Reservations are required. For pricing and registra- experience, and empower teachers and and television credits such as the reality tion for the Sunset Music Cruise, contact Pure Florida’s Fort Myers location at 919- schools to continue making a difference show, Survivor. 2965. For more information, visit www.PureFL.com. in the lives and futures of Southwest For more information, visit www. PureFL.com.

From page 3 penned the book Gift from the Sea based on her many visits to Captiva Resident Island. Artist Program “As a destination of inspiration, we are Steps to the Beach... thrilled to launch our resident artist pro- are also required. The VCB will review gram to further encourage local residents submissions and choose the resident artist to explore and embrace the arts right shortly after the close of the application in their backyard,” said Tamara Pigott, period. The deadline is January 19. executive director of the VCB. “We are Sanibel The selected artist will join a roster confident that those selected will capture of artists, writers and musicians who the destination’s ambience, all while have also found inspiration in this scenic encouraging travelers to visit our little Island locale, such as renowned artist Robert piece of paradise.” Rauschenberg, iconic inventors Thomas For more information about the pro- Edison and Henry Ford, and best-selling gram, or to apply, log onto www.fortmy- 3 BD/3 BA author Anne Morrow Lindbergh, who ers-sanibel.com. Pool Beach Access Blanks Graduates From University $1,495,000 yrell Blanks, a resident of Fort Myers, was one of 592 candidates for gradu- ation at Coastal Carolina University during ceremonies on December 11 Tand 12 at the HTC Center. Blanks graduated with a bachelor of arts degree in Isabella Rasi graphic design. 239-246-4716 1101 Periwinkle Way #105 Smith Earns High Honors Sanibel, FL yctoria Smith of Fort Myers has earned high honor roll distinction at Pomfret [email protected] School for the 2015 fall term. A student earns high honors with a grade Vpoint average of at least 3.67 and no grade below a B. Founded in 1894, Pomfret School is an independent college preparatory school for ENGEL & VÖLKERS boarding and day students in grades 9 through 12 and is set on 500 acres in the Last Green Valley of northeastern Connecticut. 16 THE RIVER - JANUARY 15, 2016

Jerusalem Symphony Orchestra Jerusalem Symphony Orchestra – March 2. The Jerusalem Symphony Orchestra will present Brahm’s Symphony No. 2 and feature cello soloist Daniele Akta in Tchaikovsky’s The Khojaly Requiem and Camille Saint Saens’ Cello Concerto No. 1. The Jerusalem Teatro Lirico D’Europa Symphony Orchestra plays a varied reper- From page 1 toire and has performed at Carnegie Hall in New York, the Musikvereine in Vienna, the Community Concert Tickets Philharmonic in Cologne and major halls in Dusseldorf, Frankfurt and Lucerne. Flying Dutchman and Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov’s Scheherazade Symphonic Suite Emanuel Ax, Pianist – March 21. Emanuel will be included in this performance by the Polish Baltic Philharmonic Orchestra, Ax is a Grammy-winning American classi- which is the largest music institution in northern Poland. cal pianist and an internationally-acclaimed Teatro Lirico D’Europa performing Aida – February 10. Aida is the tragic story of performer who is currently on the faculty at the love between Rhadames, the Egyptian general, and Aida, an Ethiopian slave, and Juilliard. His program will include Dussek’s the jealousy of Amneris, daughter of the King of Egypt. Teatro Lirico D’Europa is the Piano Sonata No. 24, Elegie harmonique most successful opera touring company in Europe and the U.S. and travels with a full and Beethoven’s No. 8 Pathetique and No. orchestra of 47 to 50 members and a chorus of 40 singers. 23 Appassionata piano sonatas. Emanuel Ax

“We are delighted to support Harry’s public, but RSVP to http://www.artinlee. Harry’s Improv Senior Moment Improv troupe by hosting org/improv or call 939-2787 for more their preview performance,” says Lydia information. Troupe Debuts At Black, alliance executive director. “Improv The Alliance for the Arts campus is such a wonderful creative outlet that is and galleries are open to the public Alliance For Arts accessible to so many Southwest Florida from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through new comedy improv group called residents, regardless of their age. Improv Friday and from 9: a.m. to 1 p.m. on Harry’s Senior Moment (HSM) supports creativity, as well as mental and Saturdays, located at 10091 McGregor Awill make its debut with a pre- emotional health.” Boulevard just south of Colonial view performance in the theater at the The preview is free and open to the Boulevard in Fort Myers. Alliance for the Arts in Fort Myers on Tuesday, January 26 at 8 p.m. Harry is an 82-year-old stage 4 cancer survivor whose experience with Pioneering the support he received in improv classes inspired him to create his new Women Book improv family, dubbing it Harry’s Senior Moment. century ago, the first woman to The troupe is made up of a diverse be mayor of a city in Florida was group of improvisers who have been AMarian O’Brien, who was elected inspired by Harry’s eagerness for shar- in 1916 when the little town of Moore ing this popular art form with others in Haven, west of Lake Okeechobee, was the community. At some point following incorporated. Included in its statutes was another successful cancer treatment last the right to vote for women – three years year, Harry Lichtcsien asked himself: before Amendment 19 was passed in “What do you do to keep yourself moti- Harry Lichtcsien, right, in a skit with another 1919. vated to get up every morning when troupe member O’Brien was a competent business you’re 82 and have cancer? After telling woman who took over her husband’s hold- the palliative care counselor that ‘what ings in remote Florida after he suddenly I really want is a job,’ I signed up for an passed away. She created a bank, a hotel improv class and it just lit me up. I decid- and other amenities for the new town. She ed this was my new job’.” then went on to help found Clewiston and The troupe has literally become the sugar industry there. Harry’s new improv family, committed to Read more about this amazing woman entertain and create joy and laughter to who achieved so much in those early help him live the best life he can under days in the new book Women In The difficult circumstances. Everglades, which describes some of the Harry’s Senior Moment members brave pioneers who lived on the fringes of want to share this joy and teach this the River of Grass, from Miami to Sanibel skill to others in the Southwest Florida and parts inbetween. community. They will not only perform, For more information, visit www.ecity-publishing.com or call author Marya Repko but also lead workshops to teach basic Harry’s Senior Moment troupe members at 695-2905. improv skills that lead to laughter, fun, communities. improved listening and maybe even to For more information, visit www. creating improv families in their own seniorimprov.com. Read us online at IslandSunNews.com THE RIVER - JANUARY 15, 2016 17 Broadsides Poetry At The Alliance Broadway Palm xperience unique collabora- Series Begins With tions between poets and artists Eat the Alliance for the Arts Gershwin Concert on Thursday, January 28 during Broadsides: Poetry Off The Shelf. roadway Palm’s 2016 Concert Now in its third year, this event fea- Series will begin with Rhapsody & tures the words of 15 poets merged BRhythm – The Gershwin Concert with images created by 15 visual art- Experience. Hitting the stage for three ists into printed posters. Guests can performances only on January 31 and see the finished broadsides and hear February 1, this musical celebration of the poets read their works during a one of the greatest songwriting teams in reception in the Foulds Theatre at history is a one of a kind and entertain- the Alliance on Thursday, January ing concert that is not to be missed. 28 at 7 p.m. There is a $10 sug- Rhapsody & Rhythm is a multimedia gested donation. Limited editions musical celebration offering a unique of the 2016 broadside prints will be experience that celebrates the collabora- exhibited and available for purchase. tive genius of George and Ira Gershwin. Poets include L.M. Davies, Hear favorites such as ‘S Wonderful, Victoria Dym, Sara Fitzpatrick Someone To Watch Over Me, I Got Comito, Ruth Follmann, Richard Fox, Rhythm, Summertime and Strike Up Dan Graveley, Marnie Heenan, Joan The Band. In addition to the legendary Heller Winokur, Eddie Krzeminski, music, this unforgettable concert includes Mary Beth Lundgren, Salvatore rare Gershwin home videos and photos, Marici, Marilyn Mecca, Joe Pacheco, special family stories and more. Dobie Pasco and Shelby Whidden. The Broadway Palm 2016 Concert Artists include Christina Series begins with Rhapsody & Rhythm Castiglione, Pat Collins, Steve – The Gershwin Concert Experience, Conolly, Stephanie Davis, Veron playing Sunday, January 31 with din- Ennis, Leigh Herndon, Doug ner at 5:30 p.m. and concert at 7 p.m., MacGregor, Kellen Beck Mills, Dani and Monday, February 1 for a matinee Papanikolaou, Caren Pearson, that begins with lunch at 11:45 a.m. Christina Penuel, Alicia Schmidt, Tim Smith, Guy Tieman and Daniel Venditti. and show at 1:15 p.m., and an evening George Gershwin conducting Historically, “broadsides” are printed communications containing text and images, concert which begins with dinner at 5:30 typically designed to be posted in public places. For more information about this annu- p.m. and show at 7:30 p.m. reserved by calling 278-4422, by visiting al celebration of poetry and art, visit ArtInLee.org or call 939-2787. 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Did the production. Here’s hoping those who world truly end with a flood or was it just cancelled will reschedule because this is a Showdown At a flood in the mother’s mind? Hall told play well worth seeing. us what really happened, but I’ll let you Kayak, directed by Stephen Hooper, Lab Theater decide for yourself. This is a thought pro- plays through January 23 at Theatre by Di Saggau voking play that is so timely considering Conspiracy, 10091 McGregor Boulevard what is going on in the world today. at the Alliance for the Arts, Fort Myers. year ago or With tornado warnings prior to open- For tickets, call 936-3239 or purchase so I read a ing night, there were a number of cancel- online at www.theatreconspiracy.org. Areview of lations, but those of us who braved the The Velocity of Autumn playing on Broadway star- ring Estelle Parsons and I thought, this is a play I want to see. Thankfully, Annette Trossbach, artistic director for Laboratory Theater of Florida, saw that play, got the rights, and it’s now showing at Lab Theater. It stars local playwright and actor Louise Wigglesworth Louise Wigglesworth as Alexandra, a 79-year-old artist who lives in a simple Alexandra admits that certain things are Brooklyn brownstone. She lives a solitary leaving her but she feels she can deal with existence with fleeting memories and getting old while her kids cannot. She enough explosives to take down most of asks “Who will take care of my tree?” the block. She’s at an impasse with her It’s hard not to be touched by this children over how she should spend her play. The issue of family and aging is a autumn years. They think she should go universal one affecting many people. As into a nursing home. She likes her life the director Ken Bryant says, “Alexandra, is a way it is and threatens blow the place up woman, a mother, a wife, whose foes are if anyone interferes. not her sons and daughter who want to Her estranged son Chris, played by get her out of her Brooklyn brownstone Mark Haffner, returns after a 20-year and into a facility. No. Her real enemies absence to act as the family’s unlikely are the small humiliations brought on by Ginny and Randy Henderson with Santa at the Tux & Trees Gala mediator. He arrives in her home by old age.” climbing a tree and hoisting himself Wigglesworth and Haffner do great inside her second floor window. Haffner’s justice to their roles. The play is a won- Festival Of Trees Raises calisthenics involving the tree and his derfully touching discovery of the fragility entrance are extremely entertaining. and ferocity of life. Funds For Needed Programs Once inside he says, “Hi, Mom” and the The Velocity of Autumn, by Eric he combined Goodwill Industries’ emotional bombs start exploding. She Coble, plays through January 23 at 9th annual Festival of Trees and Tux brings up his childhood. He questions Laboratory Theater of Florida, 1634 T& Trees Gala raised over $77,000 her about some recent behavior incidents Woodford Avenue in Downtown Fort to support The Southwest Florida at the grocery store and a bridge game. Myers. For tickets call 218-0481. Goodwill Foundation. The foundation provides long-term support to Goodwill’s programs such as the Goodwill LIFE Annie kept talking to her and intrigued her Academy, a tuition-free charter school for Play At Theatre to write Kayak. The play is basically about students with developmental disabilities. the relationship between the two women The festival of trees is a multi-day show- Conspiracy Has who are competing for Peter’s affections. case of Christmas trees, each beautifully Annie is a bit controlling and definitely decorated by Southwest Florida businesses, Timely Theme does not like Julie, but that’s because organizations and individuals. More than 3,000 people visited the holiday event at by Di Saggau she’s a mother who wants what she feels is best for her son. In describing Julie she the Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center in ayak, a play by Canadian play- says, “She was the sort of girl who float- the downtown River District. wright Jordan Hall, is a marvel ed around the world spraying Japanese For the first time, a limited number Kto behold and it’s now showing whaling boats with fire hoses, planting of trees were raffled to the public. The at Theatre Conspiracy. You will meet trees, and making perfectly nice people remaining trees were sold at a live auction three distinct characters who are totally uncomfortable at parties.” She also refers at the Tux & Trees Gala by auctioneer involved in one another’s lives. As the to her as “Little Miss Save the Day.” Mike Joyce, and hostess Stacey Adams. play opens we see Annie, played by the Peter suffers the ultimate angst trying “The raffle was a popular addition marvelous Lauren Drexler. She’s adrift to balance what he feels is right and the to this year’s festival,” says Goodwill’s in her son’s kayak and the first words love he feels for his mother. It’s a no win Community Relations Coordinator Madison she utters are,”I don’t like kayaks.” As situation. Does he make the right choice? Mitchell. “It really allowed the community she drifts about, the kayak moves by It certainly caused the end of his mother’s more accessibility, not only to the trees, remote control thanks to the Mariner world. In her words, “My world ended but also to the message that we are fund- High Robotics Club. Kudos to them. when my son left.” raising to really make a difference in the Annie reflects on various events involv- Throughout the play we hear three Southwest Florida community.” ing her son Peter (Juan Alejandro) and different versions of Noah and the Ark. In 2015, Goodwill provided life his save-the-world girlfriend Julie, (Alex It’s an allegory of what our responsibil- changing opportunities to over 40,000 Holmes). Southwest Floridians through programs The Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center’s ity is to make this world a better place. Holiday Spirit tree The play is about how a middle-aged Interestingly, Julie calls Noah a murderer. such as Job-Link centers, the SWFL mom, her college-student son and his As we watch Annie traverse through a MicroEnterprise program, disability-accessi- activist girlfriend respond to the threat of stream of memories it’s easy to think that ble housing, and the Pathways to Opportunity program for adults with disabilities. global warming. we could be the woman in the kayak, “2016 will be the Festival’s 10 year anniversary,” says Mitchell. “It also is Hall has long been interested in the adrift, alone, all the while only being Goodwill’s 50th anniversary so, 2016 will be big.” environment. During a talk back after the guilty of trying to keep what we love For more information visit www.tuxandtrees.com. For more information on play she said that the voices of Julie and intact. Goodwill’s programs and services log onto www.goodwillswfl.org. THE RIVER - JANUARY 15, 2016 19 Tickets On Sale For Gala At Cypress Cove ickets are now on sale for the 5th annual Cypress Cove Gala, themed A Sparkling Occasion, which will be held Saturday, March 12. T Proceeds from the evening will support new and innovative memory care programming for residents of The Cottage – the Life Plan Community’s soon-to-open unique two-story household for those with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. The evening’s top playbill features music by the acclaimed Orlando-based Z Street Band, returning by popular demand. Joining the Z Street Band marquee is Southwest Florida’s popular dance band Joe Marino & All the King’s Men. There will be culinary delights, spirits, endless hors d’oeuvres and an array of silent auction offerings. Dust off your dancing shoes, break out your best bling and for a glittering fun-filled evening to support a worthy Southwest Florida cause. Gala activities begin at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 12. Tickets are on sale for $100 per person through the Cypress Cove Community Advancement office. For more information about the gala, tickets, event sponsorship or silent auction gifting, contact the Community Advancement office at 425-1639.

letes, students pursuing a specific field of Scholarship study such as teaching deaf or blind indi- viduals, specific church membership or Application community service hours in a particular facility such as a veterans hospital, adult Process Begins students going back to school, students Previous Alliance Summer Arts Camp participants he Southwest Florida Community from particular schools or communities, From page 1 Foundation’s scholarship appli- and students pursuing a graduate or pro- Alliance Summer Camp Tcation process for the 2016- fessional degree. 17 school year will begin on Friday, New scholarships this year include camp scholarship fund at artinlee.org/scholarships. January 15. Approximately $500,000 four from Dr. Allen and Mrs. Elizabeth Visit www.artinlee.org/summer-arts-camp to learn more, or call 939-2787 for in scholarship money is available Shevach for medical students from Lee more information. through more than 50 scholarships for County attending the University of Florida The alliance is also partnering with Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre again this sum- local high-school students and under- College of Medicine, Lee County students mer for four weeks of Musical Theatre Intensive Camp. Learn more online at www. graduate students with financial need or enrolled at Johns Hopkins University, artinlee.org/summer-arts-camp. academic merit from Charlotte, Collier, graduating seniors from Fort Myers High The Alliance for the Arts is located at 10091 McGregor Boulevard, just south of Glades, Hendry and Lee counties. School who have participated in high- Colonial Boulevard in Fort Myers. The E-Apply online scholarship appli- school athletics and plan to pursue a cation tool can be accessed through the college education, and a general scholar- Community Foundation’s website at ship for graduating seniors from any Lee www.floridacommunity.com/scholarships. County high school. From page 1 this year will allow attendees to try their Students may review the scholarships The Patricia Means Scholarship is for luck at jousting. available online as well as a tutorial about a U.S. citizen, high-school graduate with Celtic Festival Admission is $10 for adults and feee a B or C grade-point average pursuing how to create and submit the online American festival food. Wine and both for children under 12. No coolers are application. post-secondary education. allowed but blankets and/or lawn chairs The Gerard C. Mehr Scholarship is for domestic and imported beer will be Students may apply for multiple schol- available. are suggested. arships and have the ability to upload a financially needy Southwest Florida stu- For more information call 321-7524 dent graduating high school or possessing Dozens of merchandise vendors will transcripts, SAT/ACT score reports, offer everything Celtic. A new addition or 941-625-8544. letters of recommendation and financial a GED, or to adult learners seeking con- documentation (if required). For need- tinued education from accredited colleges based scholarships, students are required or universities, or training from certified to submit the Free Application for Federal job-training programs. Student Aid (FAFSA) form. The deadline The Immokalee Achievement Award for scholarship applications is March 4. Fund is for an Immokalee High School “We are excited to be able to offer stu- graduating senior who has or will be dents an opportunity to apply for annual applying to a community college or an as well as renewable scholarships,” said advanced education trade school for a Melanie Holaway, scholarship coordina- course or courses leading to a specialized tor for the Southwest Florida Community trade or job skill. Foundation. In 2016, the Community Foundation Renewable scholarships are those awarded more than $500,000 in scholar- offered for up to four years such as the ships. With a simplified and streamlined Patricia Means Scholarship, which is new online application process, students apply this year. without submitting paper applications. According to Holaway, examples of For more information about some of the more unique scholarships not the Southwest Florida Community as highly sought after include scholarships Foundation, call 274-5900 or visit www. floridacommunity.com. Island Condo Maintenance for students with disabilities, student ath- Complete Pool service on Sanibel and Captiva Islands SPECIALIST IN COMPLETE LINE OF Residential & Commercial INSTALLATION OF Chemicals, Pumps, Motors, Pool Service & Repairs Pool Heaters, Blankets & Share your community news with us. Filters, Pool Supplies & Parts Roller Systems & Salt Systems

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Wdoesn’t want you to see the movie Concussion partic- While trainers were attending to Brown on the field, Bengals cornerback Adam ularly after last weekend’s violent, out-of-control playoff game (Pacman) Jones got into a scuffle with the Steelers assistant coach Joey Porter. between the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Cincinnati Bengals. Burfict’s and Jones’ two 15-yard penalties advanced Pittsburg to field goal range First to the award-winning movie Concussion starring Will where Chris Boswell connected on a chip-shot field goal to give the Steelers a win and Smith, who portrays Dr. Bennet Omalu who first identified the a deserved loss to Cincinnati. brain disorder known as chronic traumatic encephalopathy – So has anything really changed to curb the violence in the NFL? You’ve got to CTE – that has killed, disabled and led to the suicide of former wonder. football players. Football fan or not, we recommend you see the movie Concussion, a brilliant por- We’ve written about this disease in the past even as frequently trayal of the darkest days of the National Football League as a few weeks ago when the family of the late Frank Gifford announced his death was The NLF announced Tuesday morning that Bengals linebacker Burfict has been linked to CTE. suspended for the first three games of next season for the ugly hit on Steelers receiver Way back in 2002, Dr. Omalu, working in the Allegheny County Coroner’s Office Antonio Brown. Burfict was fined four previous times in the regular season for illegal in Pittsburgh, examined the body of the Steelers Hall of Fame center Mike Webster play. and found the brain disorder that resulted in his death. He naively thought the NFL would welcome his findings. Instead, he was ridiculed and maligned, even to the extent of demands that his published findings be retracted. CenturyLink Sports Complex, as well The power and the ruthlessness of the NFL against Dr. Omalu forced him out of Governor’s as the commitment from the teams, Pittsburgh all the while the league denied repeatedly that the head-to-head smashing in this community is dedicated to hosting football resulted in any brain injuries. Baseball Dinner spring training baseball for many years to Fast-forward to today and yes, the NFL has backed off that shameful position of the come.” past and has instituted rules and procedures to curtail brain-jarring hits. And, yes, the To Be Held In Lee The State of Florida is a frontrunner NFL has recognized Dr. Omalu’s study by working with medical research organizations overnor Rick Scott, Lee County in Spring Training Baseball dating back and offering compensation to hundreds of injured former players. Sports Development and the to 1888 when the Washington Senators However, if you saw last Saturday’s Steelers-Bengals slugfest you’ve got to wonder GFlorida Sports Foundation will came south to Jacksonville. if anything has really changed. kick off the annual Florida Spring While the current teams, and the hosts In three meetings this season, these two teams were assessed 47 penalties and Training season at the 2016 Governor’s for the 2016 event, the Minnesota Twins in one of the games, seven players from both teams were leveled with $140,000 Baseball Dinner. The dinner will be and Boston Red Sox, have been in Lee in fines. Perhaps all of this led to the violent crescendo in the last two minutes of held Friday, February 19 at the Hyatt County for three decades, the area has Saturday’s playoff game. Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa been hosting Spring Training Baseball The turmoil all began when Steelers linebacker Ryan Shazier forced a key fumble in Bonita Springs/Fort Myers. since 1925. The Philadelphia Athletics, late in the fourth quarter by blasting Bengals running back Giovani Bernard with a hit While Fort Myers and Lee County’s Cleveland Indians, Pittsburgh Pirates that left him with a concussion. history of hosting spring training baseball and Kansas City Royals have previously Just before that hit, with just 1:36 minutes remaining, it appeared that the Bengals dates back to 1925, this is the first time called Fort Myers, and historic Terry Park, had the opportunity to win their first playoff game since 1991, and end Bengals coach the Governor’s Baseball Dinner has been home. held in the area. Over 250,000 fans attended Florida “The annual Governor’s Baseball Grapefruit League games last year in Fort industry needs,” said Bill McCormick, Dinner marks the beginning of another Myers and attendance totals are expected New Pilot Ground director. exciting Spring Training Baseball season to reach that mark again in 2016. In the The cost for the 84-hour course is in Florida,” Scott said. “Florida is proud last 10 years, over 2.5 million baseball School Begins $262 and will take place for 14 weeks to be the home of fifteen spring training fans have gone through the turnstiles at on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 to 9 teams, and we look forward to welcoming Hammond Stadium at the CenturyLink January 26 p.m. For more information about pro- the families and visitors that this season Sports Complex, City of Palms Park and ort Myers Technical College is grams at Fort Myers Technical College will bring to our great state.” JetBlue Park. offering a new Private Pilot Ground or for enrollment information for the Top executives from around the Lee County Sports Development was FSchool program focused on basic pilot ground school and the course sup- Florida Grapefruit League are expected created in 2003 to meet the growing aerodynamics, as well as communication ply list, call 334-4544 or visit www. to attend including Boston Red Sox demand for sports development in Lee procedures. The college is now accept- FortMyersTech.edu. President of Baseball Operations Dave County, and is recognized by the Florida ing students for enrollment, with classes Fort Myers Technical College is Dombrowski and Manager John Farrell Sports Foundation as one of the state’s beginning January 26. located at 3800 Michigan Avenue, Fort along with Minnesota Twins Executive 25 Regional Sports Commissions. The Training toward becoming a certi- Myers. Vice President and General Manager Lee County Sports Development office fied pilot is done in two steps. The first Terry Ryan and Manager Paul Molitor. leads the recruitment and implementa- is obtaining the aeronautical knowledge Individual tickets are available for tion of amateur and professional sports required to become a safe and compe- Mann Elected purchase for $100 or a table of can be events and activities in Lee County, with tent pilot. Upon completion of the pilot purchased for $1,000. Visit www.flori- the goal of providing economic impact to ground school, students can take the FAA Chair Of dagrapefruitleague.com to purchase tick- Lee County. Through local partnerships Private Pilot Knowledge Test, required by ets online or call the Lee County Sports with Lee County Parks and Recreation the FAA for completion of flight training. Airport Board Development office at 533-5273. and others, the Lee County Sports The evening course combines industry- “Lee County is honored to host the Development office provides services he Lee County Board of Port designed to address the needs of local, standard technology and instructional Commissioners elected Frank Governor’s Baseball Dinner, an annual aids with the expertise and experience spring training baseball tradition,” said national and international sports entities TMann as chair for 2016 during its including housing, access to venues, event of licensed and certified teaching profes- Jeff Mielke, executive director of Lee first meeting held on January 7. John E. management, transportation assistance, sionals. Its syllabus allows students to see Manning was elected as vice chair. County Sports Development. “Lee the big picture of what it means to be a County’s commitment to the Boston Red event promotion, marketing and local The board, composed of the five Lee sponsorship opportunities. pilot. Students will become familiar with County commissioners, meets bi-monthly Sox and Minnesota Twins continues to aircraft systems, flight instruments, regula- be a priority. With recent construction For more information, call 533-2221 as the Board of Port Commissioners to or visit www.leeparks.org. tions, procedures and airport operations, set policy and direct the operations of and renovations to JetBlue Park and the weather, weather services, aircraft perfor- Southwest Florida International Airport mance, cross-country flight planning and and Page Field in Fort Myers. The other navigation. commissioners include Brian Hamman, “Fort Myers Technical College has Larry Kiker and Cecil L Pendergrass. recognized a growing need in Southwest For more information, visit www.flyl- Our email address is [email protected] Florida for knowledgeable professionals cpa.com. that are capable of meeting the aviation THE RIVER - JANUARY 15, 2016 21 parents as well. As the sole parent of his with their deceased parent,” he said. of the deceased parent, but also reassure School Smart daughter he is facing increased concerns Usually this is a fleeting desire rather than the child how much the surviving parent by Shelley M. and he welcomes the opportunity to true suicidal ideation. The child should, loves, cares and supports him/her”. Greggs, NCSP share his thoughts with other parents however, be questioned more deeply, Given these more intense and in the same situation during the parent and an investigation made as to whether on-going feelings that children who lose ear sessions at VH. they do have a specific plan and means a parent may feel, the very fact that Readers: Scott had sought out counseling for available to carry out their wishes. children may remain with services at D Last week I his daughter after her mom’s passing. Silverman describes the Valerie’s House for as long as they feel wrote about Valerie’s There were very few resources available accommodation and adaptation to the that they need help is the truly critical House, the new specifically for grieving children and while loss of a parent or significant adult that a piece and key to their recovery. So make center for grieving he was able to find some that provided bereaved child experiences throughout his sure to spread the word about Valerie’s children that has just relief and healing it was not enough. Mr. or her life. These children tend to revisit House so that the many children in need opened in Fort Myers Scott said, “It’s the fact that the help the meaning of their parent’s death over in our community can take advantage of and gave you its at Valerie’s House is on-going for as and over again at different developmental this wonderful resource. pertinent information. long as the child feels that s/he needs stages. They also re-experience the loss Shelley Greggs is adjunct faculty at This week, I am following up with a it is what makes VH so unique. It is the at events such as graduation, marriage Florida SouthWestern State College, column about Valerie’s House from a child that makes the determination as to and the birth of a child. where she teaches psychology and parent’s point of view. the need for service.” Scott stated that Some bereaved children idealize the education courses. She is also a I had the opportunity to discuss this has made such a difference for him parent or significant adult as a way to nationally certified school psychologist Valerie’s House (VH) with a father who is and his daughter. The pressure to meet keep pleasant, comforting memories and consultant for School Consultation using the services there. His now 13-year- someone’s timetable for recovery is now alive. This can be adaptive unless it gets Services, a private educational old daughter lost her mom about a year gone and they may follow their own in the way of the child expressing angry consulting company. Questions for ago and is of course grieving. This dad’s timetable with much less stress. feelings toward the parent for leaving publication may be addressed to support for VH is tremendous and he was Grieving children (and adults) him/her or for any “unfinished business” [email protected]. Not all questions very kind to share some of his thoughts experience a wide range of emotions as in the relationship. It is important that submitted can be addressed through about the importance of Valerie’s House they try to process their grief. Feelings the surviving parent allow the idealization this publication. and what it has already meant for him. of sadness, anger, guilt, regret, fear and Scott found out about Valerie’s House physical complaints are very typical and quite by accident. He met the Valerie’s most children need help to understand House founder at a business event and and resolve these feelings. Seidler Family Makes Significant Gift heard of her mission to provide services Special consideration must be given to grieving children. Having his own when the death of a parent or significant To FGCU College Of Arts & Sciences grieving child, Mr. Scott learned as much adult occurs. anibel residents Lee and Gene Seidler, and Lee Seidler’s daughter, Laurie, as possible and became very active in the Dr. Silverman, a clinical psychologist, pledged Thursday to create a fund that will strengthen the College of Arts & organization’s development and ultimately has said that there are some very specific SSciences at Florida Gulf Coast University. his daughter has had the opportunity to behaviors that children who have lost President Wilson G. Bradshaw announced the generous gift at a ceremony on the participate in some of the initial activities a parent may have. “Some children FGCU campus that renames Academic Building 7 – the home of the College of Arts of Valerie’s House. He is also so very fantasize that their parent will return; & Sciences – as Seidler Hall, in tribute to the family’s generosity. The gift establishes appreciative of the services for the others wish to die so they can be reunited the Seidler Fund, which will benefit professors and students in the College and, ulti- mately, all of Southwest Florida. “Lee’s and Gene’s love of the arts extends to a deep appreciation of the value of a liberal arts education and influenced this selected area for support at FGCU,” Financial Focus running out of money. This fear is appar- Bradshaw said. “Their generosity will enhance the College’s academic excellence and ently widespread; in a survey commis- student success.” Retirees Need sioned by Allianz, a life insurance compa- In explaining the motivation behind the gift, Lee Seidler said, “There is no better ny, more than 60 percent of respondents foundation for success – by any measure – than a liberal arts education. Creativity, flex- ‘Longevity said they were more scared of outliving ibility and reason allow us to shape the future.” their assets than they were of dying. The gift will enable the college to invest in a wide range of programs and opportu- Strategy’ You need to create a retirement income nities, said Robert Gregerson, dean of the College of Arts & Sciences. by Jennifer Basey strategy that incorporates, among other “The Seidler family’s generous gift will provide new learning opportunities for elements, a withdrawal rate that allows students in the College of Arts & Sciences through support for undergraduate scholar- he late, great you to take money from your 401(k), IRA ship, internships and mentoring, especially among students in the humanities disci- baseball icon and other investment accounts in such a plines,” Gregerson said. “It also generates new levels of support for programs in the TYogi Berra manner that you don’t run out. You’ll also visual and performing arts, and for special student projects across the college. In addi- supposedly said it: need to answer other key questions, such tion, our academic programs will be enlivened through public presentations and work- “The future ain’t as when to take Social Security – as you shops given by renowned scholars. This gift will touch the lives of countless students what it used to may know, the longer you wait, the big- in the years ahead. We are extremely grateful to the Seidlers for their thoughtful and be.” And the same ger your monthly checks, until they “max generous support.” could be said of out” at age 70. The Seidlers became involved with the university through the Bower School of retirement. Due • Housing – Once you retire, you may Music & the Arts, and have bequeathed to the university a work by the late Robert to several factors, want to review your housing situation. If Rauschenberg, an internationally renowned artist and former Captiva resident. They such as advances you’ve already paid off your mortgage, also support other art-related projects, including FGCU’s 24-Hour Festival, an annual in health care, today’s retirees are living and you like your house, you may want competition in which students have 24 hours to create a work of art in any of a num- longer, more active lives than their pre- to stay there. But if you’re thinking down- ber of media. decessors. In fact, you could spend two, sizing, or moving to a more favorable Today, Lee Seidler is a member of the FGCU Foundation Board and chairs its audit or even three, decades in retirement climate, or even purchasing a vacation committee, which he helped create. He is a noted authority on accounting, having had – which means you need a “longevity home, you need to calculate the costs an acclaimed career as senior managing director for Bear, Stearns & Co. and serv- strategy.” and include them in your plans. ing as the Price Waterhouse Professor at the Stern School of Business at New York Such a strategy needs to be part of • Health care – As far as health care, University. He also has written six books on accounting and taxation and is a much- your overall retirement income strategy, consider these questions: What will the sought-after expert witness in accounting and auditing cases. but here are five key areas you’ll need to treatment of existing medical conditions Gene Seidler enjoyed a distinguished career as an educator, including 14 years in address: cost over the long term? Do you know the Lee County School System. • Lifestyle – What do you plan to do what costs Medicare will cover? Have you Dr. Seidler has long served on the board of directors for the Shubert Foundation in during your retirement years? Travel the thought of how you might pay for a nurs- New York City, a leading supporter of live performing arts. He is also the founder and world? Stay close to home and pursue ing home or other long-term care? This chairman emeritus of the Multiple Sclerosis Research Center of New York. your hobbies? Volunteer? Open a small last item is especially important, because business or do some consulting? Your the annual average cost for a private choice of lifestyle will probably affect room in a nursing home is more than every aspect of your longevity strategy. $90,000, according to the 2015 Cost of • Income – Your biggest threat to an Care Survey, produced by Genworth, Read us online at IslandSunNews.com enjoyable retirement is the possibility of continued on page 23 22 THE RIVER - JANUARY 15, 2016 FSW Farmers Market Opens Foundation Seeks Applicants For Scholarships his year, living near Coconut Point could help a graduating senior pay Tfor college. Simon Youth Founda- tion, a national nonprofit that provides educational opportunities for at-risk high school students, has begun looking for a graduating senior who lives within 50 miles of Coconut Point. Each year, Simon Youth Community Scholarships are awarded in every com- munity across the country that is home to Simon, Mills or Premium Outlets malls. The application period has begun and ends on March 1. Students can apply online by visiting syf.org/scholarships. Any student who will be graduating Stampers Cheese photos courtesy Local Roots in the class of 2016 and lives within 50 JCs Bakery miles of a Simon property is eligible. hose who want freshly picked organic fruits and vegeta- Recipients will receive up to $1,500 to bles, locally caught seafood, baked goods and more can enroll in an accredited college, university, Tget their fill every Saturday through April 30 on the Fort vocational or technical school. Myers campus of Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW). In 2015, the Simon Youth Foundation FSW has partnered with Local Roots to bring a farmer’s awarded $1.2 million to 300 students market on campus. The market will be open Saturdays from nationwide. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the parking lot off the College Parkway “The cost of college continues to entrance to the campus. rise, and SYF is proud to partner with Lots of familiar vendors will be on hand and they will be Coconut Point to award scholarships that joined by some new vendors, including Stamper Cheese, will remove some of the financial obsta- homemade ice cream and organic granola bars. There will cles that could otherwise prevent a also be an array of local artisans offering some crafts and continued on page 23 apparel For more information, visit www.buylocalee.com. Produce on display at FSW farmers market

Doctor and Dietitian Ligaments aid in the stability of the back. When you stand, bend and turn, Eliminate The the ligaments in the back – which con- nect vertebrae to vertebrae – work to DOCTORS EYECARE CENTERS Back Pain Blues keep the motion in check, allowing the vertebrae to move, but not letting them move too much. However, when the back Robert G. LeSage, OD • Timothy E. Underhill, OD is injured from a force greater than what the ligaments can withstand, the liga- ments get injured. Injured ligaments become weak and stretched out. Picture a rubber band stretched past its capacity, and void of elasticity. In this state, the ligaments are unable to stabilize the area of the back where they are located, and the back becomes unstable. Ligaments are full of nerves, so when you go about your daily by Ross Hauser, MD activities, and bend or twist or even sit and Marion Hauser, MS, RD too long, those nerves get aggravated and you feel pain. You also might notice ow many people do you know cracking and popping, muscle spasms who suffer from low back pain? and feelings like your back is going to HIt’s one of the most common pain give out. conditions. There are numerous treat- For chronic low back pain or a sports ments aimed at giving temporary relief injury, regenerative, non-surgical options for that nagging pain, but understanding like Prolotherapy are can be considered, what causes back pain can lead to a more a treatment which repairs injured liga- long-term treatment. ments and provides sustained pain relief. When you injure your low back, you This information is not intended may just tweak a muscle, and in a few to treat, cure or diagnose your condi- days the muscle heals up and you are tion. Caring Medical and Rehabilitation back to normal. But when that pain lasts Services has two locations: one in Oak and becomes chronic, low back pain can Park, Illinois, and one in Fort Myers. become disabling and interfere with life as It was established in 1991 by Ross you know it. Very frequently, the under- Hauser, MD, and Marion Hauser, MS, lying cause of chronic low back pain is RD. They can be reached at info@car- injury to the ligaments. ingmedical.com. THE RIVER - JANUARY 15, 2016 23 deaRPharmacist underestimated. When serotonin is low, Resveratrol – This provides natural more tips sign up for my free newsletter the brain experiences dangerous oxidative estrogen-like activity (phytoestrogen) at suzycohen.com Remember to ask your Three Surprising damage and neurons die. This could because resveratrol has a similar structure physician if these are right for you. precipitate hot flashes, insomnia, and to 17 beta estradiol (our natural estrogen). This information is not intended to Options To Relieve mood swings catapulting you into a pro- Restoring estrogen levels may relieve hot treat, cure or diagnose your condition. inflammatory state with a disrupted sleep flashes and help you sleep. It’s usually Suzy Cohen is the author of The Menopause cycle and appetite like nobody’s business. taken at night for that reason. 24-Hour Pharmacist and is a registered It could be a mean menopause. If you’d like to receive a more pharmacist. To contact her, visit www. by Suzy Cohen, RPh Based upon this new information, I comprehensive version of this article with SuzyCohen.com. ear Readers: can make natural suggestions for you to ponder. You should consult a physician The From page 22 From page 21 Ddreaded hot because raising serotonin isn’t always the flashes of menopause answer, and can sometimes backfire. I are often more than don’t know what’s right for each of you. Simon Youth Financial Focus just a mere nuisance, That said, here are some over-the-counter Foundation a financial services company. A financial they can disrupt considerations: professional can suggest ways of meeting your life day and 5-HTP – This essential amino acid is student from achieving the dream of a these long-term care costs. night. I have been formed from “tryptophan” which is found college education,” said Michael Durnil, • Caregiving – It’s possible, at least menopausal for 3 naturally in turkey, cheese and nuts. It’s SYF president and CEO. early in your retirement years, that you years and luckily have sold as a dietary supplement and it forms The 2016 SYF Community could still be a caregiver to aging parents. yet to experience a single hot flash or serotonin in your body. 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Melatonin – When serotonin breaks skills and participation in school and com- Your retirement years can be filled The most popular supplements touted down in your body, it forms melatonin munity activities. Those students who are with activities and accomplishments. And for menopause include black cohosh, flax which is one of your natural sleep the first in their family to pursue a post you can get even more enjoyment from seeds, soy-based supplements, alfalfa, hormones. You make this, and it’s secondary education will also be given this time of life if you stick to an appro- and/or ginseng. Natural progesterone sold as a supplement. Melatonin is close consideration. priate longevity strategy. is often used too and this comes in an great if you want to sleep a little bit Scholarship recipients will be notified Jennifer Basey is a financial advisor over-the-counter cream as well as several longer. It’s a strong antioxidant and in May. in Fort Myers. She can be reached at prescription types. These may help to helps reduce that oxidative stress (and [email protected]. some extent but right now I’d like to resulting inflammation) that I mentioned share new research. earlier. A Polish study published in Prz Scientists have been looking at Menopauzalny (Menopausal Review) serotonin hormone levels. We know just evaluated melatonin in menopausal serotonin is an important brain women. Women who received 5mg Our email address is [email protected] neurotransmitter, more specifically it’s of melatonin each night for 24 weeks one of our “happy” brain chemicals. The not only slept better but also lost a little impact serotonin has on other hormone weight. I have to say, 5mg is a rather levels including estrogen can’t be hefty dose!

referrals if requested and/or warranted. Free Veterans All consultations will be in as private an ANOTHER REASON TO LOVE FLORIDA area as possible. Wellness Fair “We have great support of many of JOINT REGENERATION THERAPY n Saturday, January 16 from 9 the local practitioners and other medical/ a.m. to 3 p.m., the American physical vendors. Each participant has OLegion Melvin Cowart Post 274 volunteered their time to evaluate any and Estero Island Medical Care are host- veteran or first responder that comes in. More and more people ing their annual Veterans Wellness Fair. The fair is open to all southwest Florida are choosing Prolotherapy The fair is free for Southwest Florida vet- veterans and First Responders, regardless erans and first responders. if they are a member of the American and Stem Cell Therapy for Screening services are being offered Legion or not,” said Bob Penta, adjutant joint regeneration over in multiple fields: internal medicine; eye and chairman of the Wellness Fair com- care; audiology; dermatology; radiol- mittee, American Legion Melvin Cowart joint replacement. ogy; orthopedics; dentistry; ultrasound; Post 274. “This will be the third fair that diabetic testing; immunizations; flu shots; we are hosting and we hope to continue physical therapy and fitness; home health for many more years. Last year, we had care and assisted living care; Park Royal over 150 veterans come through for Hospital; mobile mammogram van; Lee help.” Memorial Health System Bloodmobile; Any participants in the bloodmobile veterans’ services; VA Clinic diabetes and will be eligible for prize drawings at the smoking cessation counselor; and benefit end of the fair. The Legion is providing counseling, Fort Myers Veterans Center. free donuts and bagels in the morning, The fair is open to all veterans, regard- and with a free lunch to all those who less of affiliation or not to any veterans take part in the Wellness Fair. organization. Notifications and fliers will All providers are volunteering their be given to the local legions, VFWs and time and expertise with no intention to to the Little Club with enough time to supplement their business practices. They inform their membership. Verification are doing this for the veterans and to of veterans status may be required, i.e. help if possible. DD 214, VA ID card, Military ID, or The American Legion Melvin Cowart Florida Drivers license with “V.” All those Post 274 is located at 899 Buttonwood Drive, Fort Myers Beach. For more infor- who visit will receive a screening, not Call us to stay active and avoid surgery! a detailed, explicit exam or diagnosis. mation, call Bob Penta at 774-275-4060 CaringMedical.com Doctors, physicians assistants, technicians or Mike Adcock, 2nd vice commander, at 463-6591 or send an email to legion- Caring Medical Regenerative Medicine Clinics and counselors will be available to coun- 239.303.4069 9738 Commerce Center Ct. Fort Myers, FL 33908 sel and/or make recommendations and [email protected]. 24 THE RIVER - JANUARY 15, 2016 are more contented, happier and less in the field call it a family illness – every- Sandra Day O’Connor is showing love Mom And Me hostile and are enjoying their lives. one suffers. Your husband is not showing and kindness in an exceptional way; try if Would you please help me to become behavior against you and, who knows, he you can to follow her example. more loving and understanding like San- may even think his friend is you. He is no Lizzie dra Day O’Connor? longer the man you married because of Lizzie and Pryce’s email address is Helen this disease. [email protected]. Dear Helen, It sounds like you understand the situ- ation but you are having a difficult time accepting it. Acceptance is a choice. You Kiwanis Donate To Lee School’s can choose to accept the situation and focus on the positives. Cognitively in a Autism Sensory Room Program different place than you, your husband is content. By your own observations by Lizzie and Pryce and staff comments your husband is less hostile, enjoying life in the moment. Or izzie and Pryce answer your ques- you can focus on the emotions of hurt tions and give advice about aging and jealousy. Lconcerns from a two-generational While I understand that these are nor- perspective. A mother and daughter mal feelings in situations of infidelity, your team, Lizzie is a retired RN and health situation is not normal, nor is it infidel- educator, and Pryce is a licensed psycho- ity. Brain illnesses in families, mothers, therapist in private practice who special- fathers, wives and husbands challenge izes in the care of elders and people with families to love and care in different ways. chronic illnesses. Perhaps in your situation (similar to Dear Mom & Me, Sandra Day O’Connor’s), you must love Last night on TV I heard that Sandra and care enough to let go. Day O’Connor’s husband is in love with Pryce another woman and she is thrilled and Dear Helen, happy for him. Unfortunately her hus- Alzheimer’s disease is one of the most band is in an Alzheimer’s living complex. feared in the 21st century. Nancy Reagan I am in the same position but am jeal- said that it was a disease “with a long ous when I visit him at his living complex. goodbye.” When I visit they are sitting together, No one knows how they will act and holding hands and watching the world go deal with the news when a loved one is by. I know that they are not responsible diagnosed. for their actions because of the disease, Your reaction to his illness is a very Metro-McGregor Kiwanis Club Immediate Past-President Diane Connell presents a $1,500 and I am told they mean a great deal to common one. It is an extremely difficult check to Terri Myles to fund an autism sensory room in the School District of Lee County. each other. My husband and his friend situation and many professionals working he Metro-McGregor Kiwanis Club has donated $1,500 to the School District of Lee County to fund an autism sensory room. Terri Myles, autism program Tspecialist with the School District of Lee County, accepted the donation on behalf of the program. The donation was funded by a $750 grant from the Florida Kiwanis Foundation, which the Metro-McGregor Kiwanis Club matched. The funds will go towards the purchase of furniture and equipment to cre- ate a sensory room for students with autism in the School District of Lee County. Approximately, 1,100 students with autism spectrum disorder are currently enrolled in the School District of Lee County. Twenty-seven of the 120 schools within the dis- trict offer social communication programs to serve the specific needs of students with autism. Of these schools, 15 have sensory rooms. Sensory rooms provide a welcom- ing, calm space where students can self-calm and gain control. The Metro-McGregor Kiwanis Club is looking for more service-minded individuals and business professionals who would like to make a direct impact on the community through volunteering. Meetings are held every Tuesday at 11:30 a.m. in Fort Myers. For details on joining the Metro-McGregor Kiwanis Club, call club president Heather Chouinard at 332-4440 or email [email protected]. The Metro-McGregor Kiwanis Club can be found on Facebook or online at www.metro-mcgregor.com.

the combined total for the Red Kettle Salvation Army’s Campaign in Lee County is $725,740. Maj. Tim Gilliam, Area Commander Red Kettle in Fort Myers, expresseed profound gratitude to the community for their Campaign Total amazing support of the important work fter 45 days, and approxi- of The Salvation Army in the Lee County mately 36,000 hours of the command. Aringing of the bells beside the “I never cease to be amazed at the kindness and generosity of our donors. We Dr. Tim Verwest in vehicle he uses to promote his dentistry practice iconic Salvation Army Red Kettles, The Salvation Army Fort Myers Area issued a challenge and they definitely rose Command announced the total collected to meet it. I couldn’t be more proud or Dentist Donates 15,000 Toothbrushes for the 2015 season is $525,740. Plus, more grateful,” said Gilliam. “We are also adding in the $200,000 challenge grant, extremely grateful to the Schultz Family r. Tim Verwest, DMD, of Pediatric Dentistry of Fort Myers, gave away over Foundation for their generous support.” 15,000 free toothbrushes during dental presentations in 2015. Children in DLee, Collier, and Charlotte counties were the primary recipients. Over the last two years Dr. Verwest has given away more than 35,000 toothbrushes. “We’re really making a difference. The way our community outreach has been received by the schools has been fantastic,” said Verwest, whose practice provides free dental health and oral hygiene presentations to preschools, elementary and private To advertise in The River Weekly News Call 415-7732 schools throughout Southwest Florida. Children learn the importance of healthy eating habits, dental facts, and the proper instruction on brushing their teeth. DID YOU KNOWTHE RIVER - JANUARY 15, 2016 25 TRIVIA TEST SPORTS QUIZ 1. POLITICS: What sitting vice president shot and mortally wounded a political rival 1. In 2015, the Marlins’ Giancarlo Stanton became the franchise leader in career home runs. in a duel? Who had held the mark? 2. LANGUAGE: What does the Latin suffix “grade” mean? 2. Who holds the Detroit Tigers record for most career strikeouts by a pitcher? 3. MOVIES: What was the name of the angel who visited George Bailey in “It’s a 3. In 2013, Dallas’ Tony Romo became the second quarterback in NFL history to throw for Wonderful Life”? 500 yards and five touchdowns in a loss. Who was the first? 4. TELEVISION: What was the title of the theme song to the sitcom “Cheers”? 4. Duke’s Mike Krzyzewski, in 2015, became the first NCAA men’s basketball coach to 5. U.S. STATES: What state’s motto is “North to the Future”? record 1,000 career victories. Who was the second? 6. ANIMAL KINGDOM: What kind of animal would be described as “lupine”? 5. In the 2014-15 NHL season, only one player for the New Jersey Devils tallied more than 7. GAMES: How much money do you get when you pass “Go” in Monopoly? 20 goals. Who was it? 8. LITERATURE: What are the names of the two feuding families in “Romeo and 6. Which country has won the most Winter Olympic medals overall? Juliet”? 7. In 2015, Jordan Spieth became the sixth male golfer to win the Masters and the U.S. Open 9. GEOGRAPHY: What two countries does the Cheviot Hills range divide? in the same year. Name three of the other five to do it. 10. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: What is the birthstone for April?

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5. Alaska 6. A wolf 7. $200 8. Montague and Capulet 9. England and Scotland 10. Diamond. 10. Scotland and England 9. Capulet and Montague 8. $200 7. wolf A 6. Alaska 5. Stafford, in the 2011 season. 4. Herb Magee, with Division II Philadelphia University, also in in also University, Philadelphia II Division with Magee, Herb 4. season. 2011 the in Stafford,

1. Aaron Burr 2. Walking or moving 3. Clarence 4. “Where Everybody Knows Your Name” Name” Your Knows Everybody “Where 4. Clarence 3. moving or Walking 2. Burr Aaron 1. 1. Dan Uggla, with 154 home runs. 2. Mickey Lolich, with 2,679 strikeouts. 3. Detroit’s Matthew Matthew Detroit’s 3. strikeouts. 2,679 with Lolich, Mickey 2. runs. home 154 with Uggla, Dan 1.

PUZZLE ANSWERS this week, you might want to call on your Reagan’s inauguration as the 40th presi- ★★★★ practical side to help work out the why and dent of the United States, the 52 U.S. cap- My Stars wherefore of an upcoming decision. tives held at the U.S. embassy in Teheran, FOR WEEK OF JANUARY 18, 2016 AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) Iran, are released, ending the 444-day Iran ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Aspects Dealing with someone’s disappointment can Hostage Crisis. President Jimmy Carter had call for care in preparing material for sub- be difficult for Aquarians, who always try been unable to diplomatically resolve the mission. Although you might find it bother- to avoid giving pain. But a full explanation crisis. some to go over what you’ve done, the fact and a show of sympathy can work wonders. is, rechecking could be worth your time and PISCES (February 19 to March 20) STRANGE BUT TRUE effort. Getting a job-related matter past some TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) The major obstacles should be easier this week. ● It was 20th-century American historian, week is favorable for Bovines who wel- A personal situation might take a surprising sociologist, philosopher and literary critic come change. New career opportunities wait but not necessarily unwelcome turn by the Lewis Mumford who made the following to be checked out. You also might want to week’s end. sage observation: “A man of courage never get started on that home makeover you’ve BORN THIS WEEK: You can be both needs weapons, but he may need bail.” been considering. a dreamer and a doer. You consider helping ● In the 1960s, American spies in the GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) You might others to be an important part of your life. Soviet Union had a novel way to eaves- have to be extra careful to protect that sur- drop on conversations: They used cats. 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If so, look to bling debts. is known as a “pizzly.” straighten the situation out once and for all. ● On Jan. 22, 1879, U.S soldiers badly ● If you’re a book lover who is fortunate LEO (July 23 to August 22) Although bloody Cheyenne Chief Dull Knife and his enough to be planning a trip to Japan’s the Lion might see it as an act of loyalty people as they make a desperate march to capital sometime soon, then Book and Bed and courage to hold on to an increasingly flee the Indian Territory where they had Tokyo needs to be on your agenda. For a shaky position, it might be wiser to make been relocated and return to their Wyoming mere $30-$40 per night, you can sleep in a changes now to prevent a possible melt- homeland. bunk surrounded by bookshelves and have down later. ● On Jan. 18, 1912, after a two-month access to free Wi-Fi and a vending machine. VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) ordeal, the expedition of British explorer The bathrooms and a large seating area Your gift for adding new people to your Robert Falcon Scott arrives at the South (furnished, reportedly, with deep, comfy circle of friends works overtime this week, Pole only to find that Norwegian explorer couches) will be shared with other guests thanks largely to contacts you made during Roald Amundsen had preceded them by just -- but that’s just an opportunity to meet like- the holidays. A surprise awaits you at the over a month. minded literary travelers! You can bring week’s end. ● On Jan. 21, 1959, Carl Dean Switzer, your own reading material, of course, but LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) the actor who as a child played “Alfalfa,” with 1,700 titles provided in both English in Don’t hide your talents. It’s a good time to the freckle-faced boy with a cowlick, in the Japanese, there’s no need. show what you can do to impress people “Our Gang” comedy film series, dies at age ● It’s common knowledge that the ostrich who can do a lot for you. A dispute with 31 in a fight in California. is a flightless bird, but many people don’t a family member might still need some ● On Jan. 23, 1968, the U.S. intelligence- realize that, even confined to land, the smoothing over. gathering ship Pueblo is seized by the North ostrich can outrun a racehorse. SCORPIO (October 23 to November Korean navy and its crew charged with spy- ● If you use rats or mice to tell the 21) Be open with your colleagues about ing. Negotiations to free the 83-man crew future, you’re engaging in myomancy; if your plan to bring a workplace matter out dragged on for nearly a year, and required you prefer to base your divination on the into the open. You’ll want their support, and a signed confession by the ship’s captain flight or song of birds, you’re an ornitho- they’ll want to know how you’ll pull it off. admitting to spying. mancer. SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to ● On Jan. 24, 1972, after 28 years of hid- December 21) Trying to patch up an unrav- ing in the jungles of Guam, farmers discov- THOUGHT FOR THE DAY eling relationship is often easier said than er Shoichi Yokoi, a Japanese sergeant who done. But it helps to discuss and work out was unaware that World War II had ended. “I would like to see anyone -- prophet, any problems that arise along the way. Yokoi had gone into hiding rather than sur- king or God -- convince a thousand cats to CAPRICORN (December 22 to January render to the Americans. do the same thing at the same time.” -- Neil 19) While your creative aspect remains high ● On Jan. 20, 1981, minutes after Ronald Gaiman 26 THE RIVER - JANUARY 15, 2016

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POLISH HANDYMAN Lives on Sanibel $2,500, fi rst,last,security. 239-910-6430 Reliable, honest, many years of Will Check Your Home Weekly Island Vacations or email [email protected] experience, always on time!! Painting, Tile, Very Reasonable Rates Look at the Carolyn Model today! ☼NS 12/11 CC TFN (239) 728-1971 Drywalls, Floors. Free Estimate. Walter ☼RS 1/4 BM TFN How about a three bedroom, two bath plus Of Sanibel & Captiva 201-892-0353 “W&J house services” den, new home on your lot for $360,000!! Million $ Views Await You! ☼NS 1/8 CC 1/15 1900 square feet under air. 2200 total square footage. • Cottages • Condos • Homes • ANNUAL RENTAL Give us a call about building a new home Miles of Beaches & Bike Paths HOUSE ON SANIBEL on your lot for about the same price as 239-472-7277 ROGER NODRUFF ELECTRIC purchasing an older home. 1,900 sq ft 4BR/4BA furnished SF house. 1-888-451-7277 East end,2 houses from beach access, SANIBEL BLUE FINANCIAL Lic# EC12002788. We have lots starting at $200,000. Call Roger 239-707-7203. ☼RS 1/4 BM TFN easy commute off island.$3200/mo, no Think of the advantages! Need help with paying your bills? Aqualink - Motor Controls. - New kitchen, new roof, new baths, new pets/smokers. Avl April 5. 206-225-5030 or Getting your mail? [email protected] Offi ce & Store Maint. Organizing your pre-tax worksheets? ☼RS 6/7 CC TFN impact glass – New Everything! ☼NS 1/15 CC 1/15 - Considerably lower What about someone to wind and fl ood insurance costs! organize your desk? - Low, low electric bills! LIGHTHOUSE REALTY Call an insured and bonded Easy to see, the Carolyn model, Paul J. Morris, Broker SANIBEL ANNUAL RENTAL professional in to help: call us for a showing at VACATION RENTALS Debi Almeida offers 239-850-0979 or PROPERTY MANAGEMENT & SALES 1950s Beach Cottage. 2BR/1BA washer, personal assistance for you. email [email protected] 359 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island dryer. Impeccably restored. Charming, (Discreet and Trustworthy) 239-579-0511 bright. Large yard. Avail 2/1/16 Call her today to meet To advertise in the John Gee Jr., Broker and ☼ Ann Gee, Broker Associate RS 1/4 CC TFN $2,200 per month. No Pets. 239-839-6443. River Weekly News NO SMOKING. 239-571-3376 or ☼ John Gee & Company NS 12/18 CC 2/5 e-mail: [email protected] Call 415-7732 2807 West Gulf Drive, Sanibel ☼NS 1/15 CC 1/29 ☼RS 12/25 CC 2/12 SANIBEL VACATION COTTAGE Available March 1, 2016 Walk to Beach, East End, 2 bedrm/ 1 bath, TO PLACE A CLASSIFIED LOG ONTO: sleeps 4, Fully equipped 410-913-2234 IslandSunNews.com CLICK ON PLACE CLASSIFIED ☼NS 1/1 CC TFN ★ ★ ★ PLACE CLASSIFIED - online at - www.IslandSunNews.com ★ ★ ★ THE RIVER - JANUARY 15, 2016 29 ★ ★ ★ CLASSIFIEDS ★ CLASSIFIEDS ★ ★ ★

HELP WANTED HELP WANTED BOATS - CANOES - KAYAKS FOR SALE Shore Fishing: BICYCLE RENTAL AGENTS PART TIME DOCKAGE HOUSEHOLD ITEMS Billy’s Rentals needs Bicycle Rental CLEANING HELP NEEDED 6 Counter Barstools, 2 Twin Extra Long agents to assist customers. Must be Hourly, Daily, Weekly Beds, 2 Wing Back Chairs, 2 Corner friendly & enjoy outside work. PT/FT No experience required. Variable days Chairs, 1 Swivel Chair, 1 Recliner Chair, w/benefi ts. Transport from FT. Myers of the week. Hours vary between and Monthly. Entry Table, Extra Large Dog Crate, Blue available.$9.-$10.+ Call Robin 239-472- 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., $13. - $16. per hour. Captiva Island 472-5800 Ox Tow Bar. Call for prices 239-579-0019. Sanibel resident preferred. ☼NS 1/15 CC 1/15 5248 or email [email protected] ☼RS 1/4 NC TFN ☼NS 1/8 CC 1/15 Contact Darwin Ford of the West-End Paradise, Small Inn, at 239-472-9088. Don't Harm The Fish ☼NS 1/8 CC 1/15 by Capt. Matt Mitchell AUTO FOR SALE LEGAL SECRETARY anding a big fi sh Henderson, Franklin seeks an experienced from the beach legal secretary for their Sanibel offi ce. KARMANN GHIA CAUTION Lcan be hard on the Experience in real estate and/or estate HAIR STYLIST BOOTH CONVERTIBLE fi sh. Dragging a fi sh up planning a plus. For more details go to RENTAL AVAILABLE 1971, 4 spd, yellow. Has tonneau cover, onto the sand if you’re www.henlaw.com Join our Professionals at the New ☼NS 1/15 CC 1/22 rear seat. Top like new. Sanibel car. Runs going to release it is not McGregor Salon. Increase your income, great! Asking $13,900. 239-395-2969. an option as it usually be your own Boss. Positive, friendly, ☼NS 1/8 CC 1/15 comfortable atmosphere. Close to FMB & damages or kills the fi sh. Sanibel. Located in the busy, McGregor GARAGE • • Hold the fi sh in the NON-PROFIT Pointe Shopping Center near K-mart. MOVING • YARD water while you unhook DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR For Info call Anita 239-233-9882 LOST AND FOUND it if you’re going to The Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife, ☼RS 3/13 CC TFN SALES Inc. (CROW) is seeking an experienced release it. Development Director with 3 to 5 years HELP FIND SOOKIE • The less you can experience in non-profi t fundraising. touch a fi sh before Candidates should have a proven track JERRY’S FOODS release the better for the record in managing memberships, grant fi s h . writing, event planning, donor cultivation, WAITRESSES OR WAITERS GARAGE SALE direct mail, and planned giving. Working Looking for experienced Waitresses or 1235 Par View Dr Sanibel • If you want a picture knowledge of Donor Perfect a plus. Waiters with open availability Monday Fri Jan 15th 9-4 with the fi sh, support it Requirements through Sunday. If interested call Sat Jan 16th 9-1 as you lift it out of the Bachelors degree, excellent and ask for Kim 472-9300. Furniture Household items Framed art water – and do it quickly. communication skills, strong writing ☼NS 5/29 CC TFN Pieces & clothing • Before releasing, and presentation skills, ability to work ☼NS 1/15 CC 1/15 collaboratively, comfort interacting revive the fi sh while with major donors, ability to holding it in the water; multi-task and meet deadlines. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED moving it slowly back E-mail cover letter, resume and salary SANIBEL GARAGE SALE and forth so water goes requirements to [email protected] or The Bailey-Matthews National Shell mail to Dr. Linda Estep. Executive Director, Museum needs Education and Great Hall 1418 Sanderling Circle (in the Dunes) over its gills. The fi sh will CROW, PO Box 150, Sanibel, FL 33957. volunteers. No experience necessary, will Saturday, January 16, 2016 let you know when it’s ☼ 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. NS 1/1 CC 1/22 train. Please contact Melanie at ready to swim off. (239) 395-2233 ext 11. Girl’s toys (age 3-9), • Florida just recently ☼NS 7/11 NC TFN Dining Room Set, bikes, etc. A Sanibel family is seeking help in fi nding ☼ their beloved cat, Sookie. The 2-year- NS 1/15 CC 1/15 changed the regulations old female black cat (with one white toe) on fi shing from shore. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED is very friendly. She was last seen on Florida residents as well Volunteers needed for light general December 29 in the Angel Drive/Dixie as out of state visitors maintenance. Call (CHR) Community Beach Boulevard area. If found, please need a fi shing license to Housing & Resources, Inc. 472-1189. contact Holli Martin at 618-401-0674 or ☼NS 11/1 NC TFN holli@fl oridamartins.com. fi sh from shore. ☼NS 1/8 NC TFN

Top 10 Real Estate Sales Development City Year Built Square Footage Listing Price Selling Price Days On Market Palmetto Point Fort Myers 2013 4,868 $4,500,000 $3,750,000 93 Shell Harbor Sanibel 1976 2,729 $2,447,000 $2,150,000 20 Sanctuary Bonita Springs 1999 3,212 $1,109,000 $1,037,500 16 Cape Coral Cape Coral 2003 4,126 $1,195,000 $937,500 38 Cornwallis Cape Coral 2001 2,464 $875,000 $855,000 58 Gulf Shores Sanibel 1988 3,484 $874,900 $855,000 199 Cypress Bend Fort Myers 2014 4,121 $797,670 $752,670 0 Catalpa Cove Fort Myers 1994 3,243 $739,000 $725,000 14 Cape Coral Cape Coral 2014 2,697 $699,000 $675,000 86 Mcgregor Reserve Fort Myers 2002 3,904 $675,000 $662,000 155 Courtesy of Royal Shell Real Estate ★ ★ ★ PLACE CLASSIFIED - online at - www.IslandSunNews.com ★ ★ ★ 30 THE RIVER - JANUARY 15, 2016 SUDOKU Emergency ...... 911 To play Sudoku: Lee County Sheriff’s Offi ce ...... 477-1200 Florida Marine Patrol ...... 332-6966 Complete the grid so Florida Highway Patrol ...... 278-7100 Poison Control ...... 1-800-282-3171 that every row, column HealthPark Medical Center ...... 1-800-936-5321 Ft. Myers Chamber of Commerce ...... 332-3624 and every 3x3 box Foundation for Quality Childcare ...... 425-2685 Fort Myers Beach Chamber of Commerce ...... 454-7500 contains the numbers Fort Myers Beach Library ...... 463-9691 1 through 9 (the same Lakes Regional Library ...... 533-4000 Lee County Chamber of Commerce ...... 931-0931 number cannot appear Post Offi ce ...... 1-800-275-8777 Visitor & Convention Bureau ...... 338-3500 more than once in a ARTS Alliance for the Arts ...... 939-2787 row, column or 3x3 box.) Arts For ACT Gallery & Studio ...... 337-5050 There is no guessing Art League Of Fort Myers ...... 275-3970 Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall ...... 481-4849 and no math involved, BIG ARTS ...... 395-0900 Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre ...... 278-4422 just logic. Cultural Park Theatre ...... 772-5862 Edison Festival of Light ...... 334-2999 answer on page 27 Florida Repertory Theatre at the Arcade ...... 332-4488 Florida West Arts ...... 948-4427 Fort Myers Symphonic Mastersingers ...... 288-2535 Gulf Coast Symphony ...... 489-1800 Harmony Chorus, Charles Sutter, Pres ...... 481-8059 Naples Philharmonic ...... 239-597-1111 The Schoolhouse Theater ...... 472-6862 SW Florida Symphony ...... 418-0996 Theatre Conspiracy ...... 936-3239 Young Artists Awards ...... 574-9321 Pets Of The Week CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS Angel Flight ...... 1-877-4AN-ANGEL y name is Brownie. You will Animal Refuge Center ...... 731-3535 not find a dog with a better American Business Women Association ...... 357-6755 Mtemperament than me. My Audubon of SWFL ...... 339-8046 past life has been one episode of Audubon Society ...... 472-3156 neglect after another. When I was Caloosahatchee Chapter DAR ...... 482-1366 Caloosahatchee Folk Society ...... 321-4620 just a year old, I had an injury that Cape Chorale Barbershop Chorus ...... 1-855-425-3631 went untreated and I had to have Cape Coral Stamp Club ...... 542-9153 my leg removed. Even though I’m a duPont Company Retirees ...... 454-1083 three-legged dog, it hasn’t slowed me Edison Porcelain Artists ...... 415-2484 down a bit. I can even climb stairs. My Embroiderers Guild of America - Sea Grape Chapter ...... 239-267-1990 FM UDC Chapter 2614 - United Daughters of the Confederacy . . . 728-3743 positive personality just keeps shining Friendship Force Of SW FL ...... 561-9164 through. I hope my forever family Garden Club of Cape Coral ...... 239-257-2654 comes soon. My adoption fee is $30 Horticulture and Tea Society ...... 472-8334 (regularly $75) during Animal Services’ Horticultural Society ...... 472-6940 Yappy New Year adoption promotion. Lee County Genealogical Society ...... 549-9625 I’m Betsy and I’m a bit shy but a Lee Trust for Historic Preservation ...... 939-7278 purring machine. I will sit in your lap NARFE(National Active & Retired Federal Employees ...... 482-6713 Navy Seabees Veterans of America ...... 731-1901 and give you lots of love. You just Paradise Iowa Club of SWFL ...... 667-1354 have to adopt me first. My adoption Sons of Confederate Veterans ...... 332-2408 fee is $30 (regularly $75) during Southwest Florida Fencing Academy ...... 939-1338 Animal Services’ adoption promotion. Southwest Florida Music Association ...... 561-2118 For information about this week’s Kiwanis Clubs: pets, call 533-7387 (LEE-PETS) or Fort Myers Beach...... 765-4254 or 454-8090 Brownie ID# 476949 Fort Myers Edison ...... 694-1056 log on to Animal Services’ website Fort Myers South ...... 691-1405 at www.LeeLostPets.com. When Gateway to the Islands...... 218-5768 calling, refer to the animal’s ID Iona-McGregor ...... 482-0869 number. The website updates every Lions Clubs: hour so you will be able to see if Fort Myers Beach...... 463-9738 these or any other pets are still Fort Myers High Noon ...... 466-4228 available. Estero/South Fort Myers ...... 898-1921 Notre Dame Club of Lee County ...... 768-0417 The shelter is open for adoptions POLO Club of Lee County ...... 477-4906 from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Rotary Club of Fort Myers ...... 332-8158 Monday through Saturday. The Sanibel-Captiva Orchid Society ...... 472-6940 shelter is located at 5600 Banner United Way of Lee County ...... 433-2000 Drive in Fort Myers, next to the Lee United Way 211 Helpline (24 hour) ...... 211 or 433-3900 County Sheriff’s Office off Six Mile AREA ATTRACTIONS Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum ...... 395-2233 Cypress Parkway. Burrough’s Home ...... 337-9505 All adoptions include spay/ Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium ...... 275-3435 neuter surgery, age-appropriate Edison & Ford Winter Estates ...... 334-3614 vaccinations, rabies vaccination Fort Myers Skate Park ...... 321-7558 and county license if three months Imaginarium Hands-On Museum & Aquarium ...... 321-7420 or older, flea treatment, worming, JN “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge ...... 472-1100 heartworm test for dogs six months Koreshan State Historic Site ...... 239-992-0311 Langford Kingston Home ...... 239-334-2550 and over, feline AIDS and leukemia Ostego Bay Foundation Marine Science Center ...... 765-8101 test for cats, training DVD, 10-day Skatium ...... 321-7510 health guarantee, and a bag of Southwest Florida Historical Society ...... 939-4044 Science Diet pet food. Southwest Florida Museum of History ...... 321-7430 The adoption package is valued True Tours ...... 945-0405 at $500. To be listed in calling card email your information to: Betsy ID# 649277 [email protected] THE RIVER - JANUARY 15, 2016 31 BEACH CHAIR PASTIME answers on page 25 32 THE RIVER - JANUARY 15, 2016