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Photos provided by Joe & Gilda Suarez Sanibel leaders went to Tallahassee with the Lee County Days delegation. Above left: Joe Suarez, Senator Dave Aronberg, Gilda Suarez and S Representative Michael J. Grant. Above: Gilda Suarez, Lieutenant Governor Toni Jennings and Terri Hall, a member of the Cape Coral City I\LI/! TOUR Boar TRIPS Council. Below: Joe and Gilda Suarez and Sanibel City Council member Jim Jennings. J>\ scenic i^nnn See story on page 5. Tril*c
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William Marris years, in 1988. He is survived by several nieces and from Michigantown High School in 1935 and married Bill Marris passed away March 24, 2005 in Fort nephews as well as by his friend and companion of many W.W. "Bob" Myers on Dec. 27, 1939. Mary Lou was a Myers. He was born July 7, 1914 in Piggott, Ark. to Rev. years, Kathryn Boyle; and by Scooter and Mandy homemaker and farmwife. She and her husband had win- Wm. H. and Oma Gilbert Marris. After graduating from Reynolds, whom he regarded as his grandchildren. tered on Sanibel since 1977. She was a member of the Piggott High School, he attended the University A memorial service was held oh March 30 at theAntioch Congregational Christian Church and the Arkansas, receiving a degree in chemistry in 1936. Congregational United Church. Burial w:11 be in Piggott, Mothers Club. During World War II he served in the United States Ark. Surviving Mary Lou are her husband, Bob Myers; one Coast Guard with j his last assignment being aboard the In lieu of flowers, contributions may b; made to Hope daughter, Mrs. Pat (Dana) Wayt of Frankfort; one son, USS General A.Wi Greely. Hospice, 9470 HealthPark Circle, Fort M- •ers 33908; The Terry Myers, and his wife, Sally, also of Frankfort; five After serving his country he continued his education at Florida Sheriff's Youth Ranches, 500 Colonial granddaughters :— Julie Myers, of Indianapolis, the University of Texas where he received his M.B.A. in Boulevard, Fort Myers 33907; or other charity of the Catherine Price, and her husband, Kevin, and Renee accounting in 1947. He then began a long and successful donor's choice. Joseph, and her husband, David, all of Frankfort, Tracy career in the field 6f oil and natural gas. Berry, and her husband, Jerome, of Augusta, Ga., Megan Retiring to Sanibel in 1978, Marris continued to pur- Mary Lou Myers i Myers of Harrison, Ohio; and six great-grandchildren. sue his long-time love of boating and became an active Mary Lou Myers of Frankfurt, Ind., passed away on Services were held March 18, in Frankfort with burial member of the Sariibel Congregational United Church of Tuesday, March 15, 2005 at Withat^i Hospital in n Buntin Cemetery. Memorial donations made be made Christ. And, through winning and losing seasons, he Lebanon, Ind. She was 87. ; to Antioch Congregational Christian Church or the remained a loyal supporter of the Arkansas Razorbacks. Born Oct. 7, 1917, in Clinton County, Ind., the daugh- Humane Society. Online condolences may be sent to He was preceded in death by Jeanne, his wife of 40 ter of Andrew and Fern (Findley) Rauchl she graduated goodwinfuneralhome.com. Poker Pejlal - April 10 Income Tax Aid at Island Seniors The Sanibel-Captiva Chapter of the not a factor but each participant must Every Wednesday through April 13, with a completed tax return. AARP will American Business Women's Association complete the route between 11 a.m. - 3 AARP volunteers are offering tax help. be at the Senior Center at the corner of will be sponsoring its third annual Poker p.m. Grand prizes include a new bicycle, This service is free and open to the public. Palm Ridge Road and Library Way from 1 Pedal on Sunday, April 10. a week-long island stay and jewelry. Bring your W-2's, 1099, and last year's - 5 p.m. each Wednesday. No advance Hop on your bicycle or rent one of Pre-registration is $25; on the day of return if possible and you will walk out registration is required. ours and bring your friends and family, the event it's $30. Entry forms are avail- too (you can walk or drive the route, as able at the Bank of the Islands, Billy's well). Pick up a map at the registration Bike Rentals, Tom Louwer's Trees for Sanibel to be discussed at area at Bank of >the Islands and visit Tax/Accounting and Curves of Sanibel. seven of the fifteen locations designated Participants receive a fabulous T-shirt Horticulture Society on the map, collecting a playing card at donated by major sponsor, Bank of the Trees For Sanibel will be the subject of workshop will be held at the Sanibel each stop. Islands, and all participants are invited to speakeiT Stephen Brown and Speaker Faye Library, April 5,10 a.m. to noon. It is free Participating j businesses include the great party at the Community Center Granbefry discuss Orchids and Cacti- and open to the public; no membership or Curves, The Island Book Nook, the Bike from 3-5 p.m. at a free Workshop presented by Master reservations are needed. Monthly meet- Shop, Island Nutrition and the Islander Proceeds provide scholarships to local Gardeners of the Islands and Theings will continue each month, same time, Trading Post, to name just a few. Time is women in need of assistance for college. Horticulture Society of the Islands. The same place on Horticulture.
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Myers |S| « iislander@breezenews s is primal on t LAZY L papers.com recycled paper. % IGUANA Islander * Week of April 1 - 7, 2005 • 5 Sanibel delegation visits Tallahassee for Lee County Days By Gary Phillips Ifae senate chambers, Suarez said. She said Counties. The authority would explore the ing Lee County Days. Beaches are recog- [email protected] the officials they contacted were especial- addition of tolled express lanes on 1-75. nized as a vital environmental and eco- ly interested in Sanibel and Captiva. Both Lee and Collier County nomic asset and the Florida legislature has More than 40 Lee County residents, "I get the feeling from all the people we Commissions passed resolutions support- shown support for maintaining them. including three from Sanibel, attended last met with, whether they were senators or ing the bill. The state legislature is expect- "There's money set aside in both the week's 2005 Lee County Days in representatives or in the cabinet, that they ed to consider a similar measure during the state and federal budgets to help with Tallahassee. The annual event was held feel very proud of Sanibel and Captiva like 2005 session. beach rebuilding," Suarez said. "It's not March 21 through 23 and gave citizens of it's their little pride and joy in Florida," she "Right now the biggest thing is to allo- like we're having to go out and fight for it Lee County an opportunity to meet with said. They went out of their way to talk to cate the money to begin expansion on 1-75. like we did two years ago." state lawmakers and other government as and find out how we're doing." There's a lot of momentum for this," Suarez, a former president of the Sanibel officials to discuss issues relevant to Jennings said the lawmakers were very Suarez said. "They know we need it. What Chamber of Commerce, said the chambers Southwest Florida. Gilda and Joe Suarez accessible. good is it to have such a beautiful place as of commerce from Lee County are instru- and City Councilman Jim Jennings repre- "I was able to meet with Representative this, but not have good roads to get here?" mental in the yearly meeting in Tallahassee. sented Sanibel. Jeff Kottkamp, which is not easy these Education was also discussed, includ- "The chamber of commerce is not just Gilda Suarez said she was impressed days," Jennings said. "I also met with Burt ing the creation of "academies," high for business, it's for the entire community," with how the group was received by state Saunders on the floor of the senate. We schools which would prepare students for she said. "People get the wrong idea about officials. talked about the hurricane relief bills that college or, alternatively, with the necessary the chamber. They have to work together "I can't tell you warm they made as will be before the senate." skills to successfully join the workforce for business and for tourism and everything feel. They were really glad we were there," Jennings said the office holders realize after graduation. that affects the entire community." she said. the value of our area. "These kids who aren't going to college Suarez said she would like to see more Suarez said the group learned of a boat- Tw Sanibel to remain a tourist destina- for whatever reason can go into a profes- Sanibel residents involved in future Lee ing safety program which will be tested In tion, it would be helpful to restore Periwinkle sion or at least get a taste of a profession County Days. "I would love to see more Lee County before possibly expanding to Way and our beaches," he said. "They know and see if it's something they want to pur- people go to this, maybe more representa- other areas of Florida. ihat It was a very productive trip." sue," she said. Suarez added that several tives from our local government," she said. "It's going to be a concerted effort One issue discussed at the conference such schools are planned throughout the Suarez said she's pleased to see the inter- between all the marinas and law enforce- was transportation, specifically Interstate county. "We don't want these kids to go est the state officals showed for Lee County. ment to get safety information to the 75. In their 2004 session, the Florida away from our area, we want them to grow "There are many issues here in Florida," she boaters," she said. "They're using our water- Senate approved legislation which sup-, up here, go to school here and work here said. "But it seems like they have a good grip ways as a pilot program and if it works out ports the creation of a Southwest Florida because this is where they're brought up." on what's going on. It makes you proud to be they will use it throughout the state." Expressway Authority in Lee and Collier Beach erosion was also addressed dur- part of this great state." The Tallahassee trip included a visit to SCCF Watershed Adventure to Randell CROW education gets help On April 13, please join the Retired physician, part- Deitschel. "This skeleton Sanibel-Captiva Conservation time resident of Sanibel will prove very helpful and Foundation for the last and volunteer at the Clinic we appreciate John's ini- Watershed Adventure of the for the Rehabilitation of tiative in having this done season. Travel with Captiva Wildlife (CROW) John for us," said Deitschel. Cruises by boat through Pine McCabe, donated an "In my medical school Island Sound from Captiva to osprey skeleton for use in studies, it was important Pine Island. Learn about the the student education pro- to have the human skele- estuary and the Foundation's gram. The skeleton came tons to stud}' and I felt the Marine Lab along the way. from a former patient at same would hold true at Marine Lab staff member CROW and John had the , •' t CROW," said Dr. Justin Spinnelli will meet us specimen sent to a compa- - McCabe. on the water with a lab boat to r; ny specializing in skeletal McCabe has always pull a net, catch some fish and restoration for teaching been . interested in talk about Marine Lab Illustration by Merald Clark, courtesy of Florida and exhibit purposes in Museum of Natural History. wildlife, and became even research programs. universities and teaching The Calusa and the bountiful estuary, from the more involved when his After docking at Pineland, Calusa Heritage Trail at Pineland. hospitals. daughter, Jenny, came to we will tour the new interpre- "This is a wonderful CROW as an extern for the Greater Charlotte Harbor Watershed. In tive trail at the Randell Research Center to educational tool for our John McCabe with the one month. To learn more the tidal Caloosahatchee River basin, there learn about the Calusa Indians. Then lunch students when discussing osprey skeleton about the student program will be served across the street at the were day trips to the Babcock Ranch. In or call 472- the Pine Island Sound and Estero Bay our patients, the majority of whom are check www.crowclinic.or: Tarpon Lodge. Please call 472-2329 for birds," said CROW staff veterinarian, PJ 3644. more information and reservations. basins there were boat trips to Matlacha and Mound Key. Plans are already in the By season's end, 170 Watershed works to venture^ further north next year by Adventurers will have explored three of the boat into Charlotte Harbor Proper, plus the eight basins within the 4,000 sq. miles of 6:30 AM - 7:30 PM Myakka River and Peace River basins. Mon.- Fii. the all new 8 AM - 2 PM Sat. & Sun.
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His articles have one clarifies one's values concerning appeared in Reader's Digest, Ladies nature in order to take positive action in Home Journal and Glamour, among the future. many others. Sam Bailey with Deb Luncheon committee Gleason On Tuesday, March 22, the Historical Preservation Committee hosted a St. Isabel Women's Guild Recognition Luncheon at the Captiva Island Yacht Club for volunteers at the Sanibel Historical Village and Museum. Sam. Bailey, committee chairman, praised The St. Isabel Women's Guild is hold- Hatter" meeting or can be made by calling the 72 members attending for their outstanding work on behalf of the museum. ing its final meeting of the season Kay Liptak at 395-8839 by April 5. Your Tuesday, April 12. It will be a spring lun- reservation must be honored, but if you cheon held at the Beachview Restaurant at need to cancel, please do so by calling Planning meeting for Independence Day noon. The cost is $17, which will be col- Kay by April 7. At the time the reservation lected at the door. Please have exact is made you will be asked to make your Once again, the Sanibel Community is • Friday, May 20 9 a.m. 8 change or a check made out to the entree selection from the following choic- coming together to plan the annual Thursday, June 2 11 a.m. Independence Day Celebration. The Beachview Restaurant. Sign-up for reser- es: Chicken Caesar Salad, Cobb Salad, • Friday, June 10 9 a.m. vations will take place at the March "Mad or Fruit Plate. Independence Day Community Picnic 8 Friday, June 17 9 a.m. will again be held at the Sanibel • Friday, June 24 9 a.m. Community Association, 2173 Periwinkle • Friday, July 1 8 a.m. Way, immediately following the tradition- al Independence Day Parade on Monday, All coordinating meetings will be held July 4. at the Sanibel Community Association. 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"The public has just become more The mystery remains why K. brevis blooms start far Fort Myers Beach Observer Staff Writer aware and there is more sampling being done." off-shore, while increased nutrients are found close to Heil said that in laboratory tests during the 1950s, shore, caused by such situations as storni water ranoff. Red tide occasionally turns up off Southwest Florida researchers found that copper sulfate would kill the organ- In laboratory experiments, where the researchers isolat- beaches, bringing dead fish and respiratory problems in ism. However, after dumping the copper sulfate onto algal ed the K. brevis organisms and cloned them, she said that humans. As of last week, 40 of the recent manatee deaths blooms, they found that the problem only worsened - more they were fed with various; nutrients such as nitrogen, in the area have been attributed to red tide exposure, and of the toxins were released as the algae died. phosphorus, trace metals at low concentrations, vitamins, shellfish beds have been closed in the areas where the This year's red tide bloom, which began in January urea and given plenty of light. "They were happy with bloom has been reported. around Tampa Bay, drifted south to Sanibel and, according everything," she said. Science understands a little about the red tide phenom- to Heil, it seems to be currently stationary off of the island. While controlled laboratory experiments have produced enon - but not everything. That was the message on March "The area from Tampa to Sanibel seems to be a hot spot for some surprising results, Heil said that out in the Gulf, there 24 from Dr. Cynthia Heil, senior researcher with the red algal blooms," she said. were many more factors in the puzzle. Everything from Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission's Harmful Algal Her research has shown that the algal bloom has four atmospheric inputs, including excess iron added when Bloom division. stages, "initially beginning offshore about 15 to 60 kilo- early summer dust storms in the Sahara drift over in the hi a seminar for the community at Florida Gulf Coast meters away. Then there is the growth phase and the main- atmosphere (a Jaty 1999 storm increased iron content in University, she said that there are still so many gaps in tenance phaso,which will be near the beach with a duration the Golf by 300 percent) to dead fish adding extra nutrients information about why a naturally-occurring algae would of anywhere from one to 18 months, and finally the termi- as they decay. There js also the added phosphate mining suddenly explode with rapid reproduction. nation phase near shore." waste from a bankrupt company at Piney Point which is The cause of red tide, the Karenia brevis algae, is just one Citing examples from studies of other species of harm- being released into the Tampa Bay area waters, explained of 100,000 species of algae throughout the world, and while ful algal blooms, Heil said that one study in Chinese Hefl. She also said that the loop currents in the Gulf serve more man 300 species have been known to have massive coastal waters pointed to evidence that increased nutrients to disperse nutrients from close to the shore to far offshore, blooms, only 100 species will release toxins, she said. in the water added to the frequency and duration of an which can make the source of additional nutrients hard to "The Karenia brevis algae is always present in low concen- algal bloom. Similarly, the Japanese were able to reduce pinpoint. "The week after Hurricane Charley, there was a trations in the Gulf," Heil said, and it seems that higher salini- nutrients being dumped off their coast and saw a decrease. huge nutrient input of urea into the Gulf. ty is preferable, "which is why you don't find it in rivers." But defining K. brevis is not as simple as pointing to "But offshore,, the nutrients are poor," Heil said, "and While initial reports of red-tide phenomenon began in increased nutrients from coastal runoff, Heil said. While stud- Kareoia bievis is a very complex bloom. Phosphorus is important lo the bloom, and it can use whatever source of Heil said that ft seems there is a correlation between a red tide bloom and the bloom of another microorganism, Triefaodesmiiini, found in tropical and subtropical waters throughout the world which fixes nitrogen gas in the water. "TrichodesmiBm blooms;can be huge, hundreds of square kilometers, and it seems that in the Gulf, they occur either just before or at the same time as a red tide bloom," she said, adding that both compete for phosphorus. Heil said that researchers have^pany water monitoring platforms throughout the Gulf and area rivers, including a second autonomous platform just added in the Caloosahatchee. Asked about what can be done to prevent red tide, Heil said that while a decrease in influx of nutrients, such as those from fertilizer runoff into the waters could make a difference, as fat as preventing it, "there is just insufficient knowledge*' sfce said.
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—•-^*^". ^ «or Phone: 239-542-8428 c American Priorities Sanibel: The Magic Word I constantly wrestle with what should itorious step on the charity ladder sug- There I was on the corner of 31st and I instructed him to continue in that be the moral priorities for our nation at the gested by the revered medieval sage, Third Avenue, one icy, rainy day in New direction and gazed at the world outside present time. After all, we are the Maimonides? York City recently, trying to hail a cab. the taxi. It had suddenly stopped raining wealthiest nation in the world. Well, you see, we can go in I glanced at my watch. I've • ^ i and slivers of blue began to break Indeed, we are the most powerful circles trying to fathom priori- got to be uptown in fifteen min- ,:j | up the clouds. nation in history, Moreover, we ties for the years ahead. But I. utes for a very important lunch. f.T— ' "You musta said a magic word, claim to be enlightened by stan- would merely like to note that it Will I make it on time? Boy, will Mac, 'cause it was supposed to dards of decency and justice. AH isn't tax deductions which this client be upset if I'm even a »•»! rain all day," said the taxi driver. the more, our moral priorities excite my moral consciousness. minute late for my appointment. Could it be? Could the very deserve thoughtful examination. And it isn't privatizing Social Just then, a member of New mention of the word Sanibel in Perhaps there is no single cor- Security that gives me a vision York's crack elite street beggar New York City produce magical rect priority list. We each deter- ' - of a nobler America. squad positioned himself powers? mine our priorities on the basis of Rabbi Somewhere near the top I between me and the street, Art Stevens I arrived at the restaurant sev- our own experiences. Some will Murray place research for the replace- blocking off my view of possible eral minutes late. This was going place at the head of the list a strong Saltzman ment of oil as an energy source. available taxis. After I gave him an unap- to be the supreme test. and effective military. Indeed, the I would do this for ecology's preciated quarter, he asked me if I needed "Sanibel, Bob, sorry I'm late. Traffic threat of terrorism is a significant one. sake. I would do this to liberate us from a receipt for income tax purposes. you know, Sanibel, and all that sort of But others would hesitate to make such the bondage to Arab autocrats whose Begging has become a big business, I thing," I explained. a choice fearing that a military given free foot lies heavy on the necks of their peo- commented to myself. A broad smile crossed his face. "Oh, reign could endanger our democratic ple. I would do this to move to an entire- Damn, not one taxi in sight. It began to don't even worry about being late. It's institutions. Security they would argue ly new economy based on powerful ener- rain harder and my clothes were getting tough getting around in New York. Your should not take precedence over the free- gy sources now not even imagined. just as damp as my mood. firm is doing such a wonderful job that I doms guaranteed in the Constitution. A .Something like the Manhattan project; I wish I were in Sanibel, I said to want to triple your retainer," the client Republican President, Dwight only this time to sustain life rather than myself. And to try to calm myself, I began said. Eisenhower, cautioned us about the dan- to burn it. to say the word Sanibel over and over in "Mother of Sanibel, that's wonderful," gers from an unrestrained military and This kind of national goal, command- my mind. I said. industrial complex. Our new Secretary of ing sacrificial effort, would give us stand- As luck would have it, a taxi pulled The maitre d' arrived at that moment Homeland Security Michael Chertoff cau- ing as true leaders of the world. We would over to the curb right in front of me — not with a cordless phone. My office was call- tions against sacrificing our civil liberties project an ennobling idealism for our- before its tires slam-dunked a gallon of ing- for the sake of security. selves, and the world, to overcome the water onto my trouser bottoms — and "Art, this is your day. We just got three Perhaps the focus on a military build crippling divisiveness that now afflicts someone got out. I entered the cab and major pieces of new business, the Bush up is myopic, Of course, terrorism is the our relationships with governments began to head uptown. people want to see you about an most formidable challenge we face. But, around the world. The entire world would Dreamily, I noted that it was after I had Ambassadorship, and Steven Spielberg is terrorism is born of unresolved social see blessing in this great endeavor. And thought of Sanibel and had begun to on the line offering you a lucrative movie trauma, such as poverty, joblessness, ram- we would attract the most creative minds repeat the word mentally that the taxi had contract for the rights to your life story." pant disease, homelessness. Should not from around the globe to engage in this appeared right in front of me. Did the very "It's Sanibel, I know it is." I said to no the effort to reduce the impact of these fantastic challenge. thought of Sanibel begin to turn my luck one in particular. social problems define our priorities? I believe that this priority has the for the better that day? If so, how could I "What was that?" my office asked. On the other hand, I hear the protest power to transform the world economy test it further? "Sanibel," I explained again. "It works. that clearly the socialist solution by which with new hope and new purpose bom of a I said the word out loud. "Sanibel."' It really works." government assumes responsibility to new vision. I believe that the ingenuity The taxi driver eyed me suspiciously in Just then a TV news reporter appeared heal society of all of its ills has proven and creativity of the American people is the rear view mirror. "What did you say, at my table with a video cameraman at his inadequate if not a failure. Train people to up to this magnificent priority. Mac?" , . . side. He thrust a microphone under my be productive in an economy that is If we can spend billions in Iraq to "I said Sanibel." chin. healthy and unleashed from the restraints spread Democracy, surely we can equal "I thought you were going to 53rd and "Mr. Stevens, what will you do with all of government manipulation. This is the that amount to enhance the ability of all Madison." the money you won in the Lottery?" direction for the resolution of social ills, it people everywhere to live with comfort is argued, especially by the neo-cons. and dignity through expanding energy Don't give the poor a fish. Give them a sources to protect health and advance eco- Click, ship, save a trip fishing pole. Wasn't this the topmost mer- nomic well being. Local residents are invited to attend a change their address, place their mail on free two-hour training class on hold, purchase stamps, look up zip codes Wednesday, April6 at the Florida Gulf and address information, purchase greet- Coast University Small Business ing cards with or without a retail gift card ECOSanibel Annual Meeting Development Center computer lab. This enclosed, and much, much, more. Fort Earth Charter of Sanibel by University of Miami scientists showed "hands on" training will show how you Myers area residents can register by call- (ECOSanibel), Inc., will hold its annual that partially treated sewage is allowed to can bring the Post Office to your home or ing 277-3313. Registrants will be mailed a meeting on Monday, April 4, at the flow down the Caloosahatchee River into office personal computer. Residents can confirmation for the class and directions. Sanibel Public Library beginning at 6 the Gulf of Mexico from five treatment p.m. The official business meeting, plants, and that dairy farm runoff from including the election of directors, will be Lake and Hendry counties is allowed to followed at 7 by a two-part program. The feed into Lake Okeechobee which also event is free and open to the public. connects with the Caloosahatchee. These siand Nutrition Center Featured speakers for the program are findings were presented at a recent Sierra Club public event in Bonita Springs. Jan Roberts, head of the National Office reet*- cpouf- (we of the Earth Charter USA Communities Glenn also serves on the Coastal and & a • dk&aitk Initiatives, and Lori Glenn, chair of the Everglades Committee of the Sierra Sierra Club Calusa Group. Roberts will Club's Florida Chapter. speak on Earth Charter Community The Earth Charter is a declaration of GOOD FOR YOUR Summits, which have been held in a fundamental principles for building a just, growing number of communities through- sustainable, and peaceful global society. HEART & BRAIN out the United States and overseas. Earth Charter of Sanibel is an island- Roberts has served as national coordina- based, non-profit, educational organiza- tor since creating one of the 12 original tion dedicated to studying, promoting and Country Life CoQ10 For Maximum Quality summits in her home town of Tampa. upholding the spirit and aims of the Earth For more information on how to "eat for good heart health," Lori Glenn will present "Permission to Charter. Membership is $20 individual, see Carol at the Island Nutrition Center Pollute," offering plausible evidence for $35 family. For information contact recent fish kills and red tide outbreaks. Donna Roberts at 472-8998 or don- 5 C Pen'winlcle Way (next to trie Cricket Shop, under the orange awning) Findings from a recent study conducted [email protected]. 472-4499 Hours: M-F 9 - 5, Saturday 9 - 4 10 • Week of April 1 - 7, 2005 • Islander are a few alligators which live in the freshwater ponds and The pampered pigs of Cayo Costa I suspect they help themselves to an order of baby back If, when you get to Heaven, Saint Peter says you'll ed up to Boca Grand Pass at dawn for tarpon fishing and ribs on occasion, but they really don't have any natural have to do another stint on Earth, put in for being a pig on see a horse ambling along the beach, or standing in the enemies. Cayo Costa Island. For a pig, that's about as close to shade where the crude camping cabins are still located. Often some of my shellers ask if the pigs have tusks or Heaven as you could want. However, state park officials felt that there was are aggressive. I would say no to each. They do have one Cayo Costa is a remote barrier island which is some danger to campers and island visitors curious thing: they have straight tails with a tuft of hair at mostly public state lands with a scattering of pri- because people would often feed and ride the the end, rather than a curled tail. vate homes. We're not sure when white settlers horses. Eventually, rangers determined that They have never over-populated themselves so there is came to make a settlement on the northern end. someone being hurt by the horse would make the lots of room to roam on this island. However, I suspect Some historians say as the native Calusa Indians state liable. In the meantime one of the horses fell island visitors are starting to feed the pigs. died out and left the island, Cuban fishermen set into a canal and drowned. The last one was cap- Last month I had three walk right up to me. They were up fish camps and brought some domestic ani- tured and removed. half-grown pigs and they just stood there, staring and mals with them. I never rode it, but did offer it Turns which it waiting patiently. They were looking for food. If you ever The farm pigs were allowed to roam wild seemed to never get enough of. visit up on the island don't take any food to the beach and and when they needed one for the table, it was Capt. Mike Fuery Next came what to do with the sometimes of course never feed one. hunted and shot. The pigs lasted way longer invasive pigs around the camping area. They have a pretty nice life for a pig. Miles of open than the settlers. The small community just You could tent camp right on the beach and beaches to roam, lots of shade and no chance of ending up south of Boca Grande Pass flourished in the late 1890s. one time we were fishing in the gulf just off the park when as a ham sandwich. Some remains of a school, cemetery and other build- we watched a group of perhaps six pigs approach an They aren't unique in the state. When I was a kid and ings remain. unguarded tent. The campers had just pulled away from lived on a barrier island on the Atlantic side of the state, The Spanish-speaking settlers would catch fish and the beach in their boat for a fishing trip. we often came upon wild pigs as we road motorcycles take them and other things back to Cuba and other The pigs took over the cooler with their food in it, down remote sand roads. Caribbean countries. That started to end in the early spilling everything on the sand. They ate the eggs and One more thing. You've heard the term Hog Heaven? 1900s. Perhaps the string of strong hurricanes in the the butter and everything but the cooler. We yelled from Now you know where it is. 1920s ended it. The farm pigs were scattered all over the the boat, but they never let up until all the camp supplies Good shelling this week. island by then. were devoured. Today there are some 100 or more. It's hard to tell The state allowed licensed trappers to catch some of Have a question or comment? You can reach Capt. Mike because they mostly like to forage in the night and rest in the ones which had lost that fear of man and insisted on Fuery at 466-3649 or by e-mail at [email protected] the dense shade of the center of the island in the day. hanging out at the cabins. The cage traps were about five Cayo Costa is about eight miles north of Captiva Island feet long and two feet wide and didn't kill the animal, but and little visited compared to the developed islands to the did catch it. Men would check the traps and take out the north and south. It was a county park until about 25 years problem porkers. Author Zeigler at Sanibel ago when the state took it over as a state park. There is a Meanwhile the rest of the herd were living a pampered ranger station on the northern end, somewhat near where life. There are several swales with fresh water, so they had Island Bookshop the fishermen had their shacks. all they can drink. They root up all sorts to things to eat and Internationally known author and journalist Norm As the state took control, there were two horses which there doesn't seem like any have ever died for lack of food. Zeigler will sign copies of his book Rivers of Shadow, ran wild, along with the pigs. It was quite a site to be head- Since it is a state park, the pigs can't be hunted. There Rivers of Sun: A Fly Fisher's European Journal on Saturday, April 2 from 11 a.m. to noon at the Sanibel Island Bookshop, 1571 Periwinkle Way. 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Nature Center and "Take Me to the River." Kids will have the opportunity to learn Space will be limited so reservations are about the fascinating aspects of wetlands required. The program will be free for by exploring and investigation Sanibel's kids and $5/adult. For info and reserva- interior wetlands. This interpretive pro- tions, call the Conservation Foundation at gram will be geared for ages 5-12 and 472-2329. will take place on Wednesday, April 6. SCCF Shoreline Discovery Walks , The Sanibel-Captiva Conservation tion to the animals in the Conservation Foundation will once again be offering Foundation's marine touch tank and then this weekly educational program. Learn proceed to Gulfside City Park for a about the animals that live along and use Discovery walk. our shores, the life cycle of the sea tur- The Conservation Foundations tles that nest here and the natural forces Shoreline Discovery Program will be that shape the barrier islands of Sanibel offered on Thursday mornings at 9 a.m. and Captiva. This program is $/adult and free for chil- Shoreline Discovery programs will dren. A beach parking fee of approxi- explore the fascinating marine creatures mately $2 may also be required. Call the that live in this highly dynamic ecosys- Conservation Foundation's Nature Center tem. Programs will begin with an orienta- at 472-2329 for info. Consumer Advocate Cynthia Bercowetz Cynthia Bercowetz, author of Don't more information call the library at 472- Get Ripped Off? Get Help! Tell It to 2483 or logon to www.sanlib.org. George will be at the Sanibel Public Library on Wednesday, April 6 at 2 p.m. as part of the library's Meet the Author series. 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In fact, she encourages found a large card with the Nationally collected artist Jody people "to write down 101 things they same painting. She bought Bergsma dropped by Sanybel's Finest last would like to happen." it and had it framed and Thursday, March 24 for a signing. As people came up with bookmarks matted. Believing strongly in the uplifting power and purchased prints, cards and journals She had decided to get of art, she said that it was wonderful that to sign, Bergsma took the time to connect another copy of the tile Sanybel's Finest was hosting the signing. with each person. "When people buy art, and looked up Bergsma "It uplifts people's spirits and supports the they are buying a piece of the soul of the On-line but rather than arts in the area." people who create it," she explained. Her buying on-line, she want- Her paintings have a deeply mystical next focus will be on teaching, and she ed to find a local gallery feel and they are very strongly influenced has applied for a permit to start a school that carried Bergsma's by the natural world. "People connect back home. She is particularly interested work. Sanybel's Finest with nature... [It] uplifts me, and it's help- in teaching the next generation. was listed and she hap- ful in uplifting other people... Be thankful Notes Bergsma in her bio, her style was pened to call on Thursday. for beauty," she added. born when she began placing birds and Owner Jack Elias took the Sanybel's Finest carries prints, cards, animals over the free-flowing landscape call. "No," he told her, he journals and other items with Bergsma's paintings inspired by her travels. Each didn't have that tile in flowing designs. She has just introduced morning, she takes "time to design or stock but he could get it new journal designs that are more spacious paint. Stacks of white paper, brushes, for her. And "by the way, tubes of watercolors and abstract visions the artist will be here in 20 begin to move and transform themselves." minutes if you'd like to Jody Bergsma (left) with Angelina Grace, Ally and She also often incorporates symbols meet her." Emily, visiting from Ohio. and is "asked about the use of aboriginal, Bergsma pointed out on Springing from a mystical base, her paint- native and other symbols in my work... Thursday that research proves what we all ings bring joy, hope and celebration into Art for our ancestors was often a sacred or know — that "it's good to be happy." the lives of many. shamanistic practice. Some symbols were attributed with mysterious power that could call forth the protection of the Gods. 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Artists sat patiently in their booths fanning themselves as Friday's record opening-day crowd thronged the path- ways between tents, looking at the judge's winning choices and all of the quality work on exhibit. Awards were given in three separate categories: Two- dimensional, three-dimensional, and craft-centered, as well as a Best in Show award. Above: Gisela Damandl with her pine needle bas- An acrylic by Christina Fernandez-Lyon, first place The winning kets. She was the first-place 3-D winner. winner in the 2-D category artists were: • Best in Show- Below: Jim Hurt won Best in Show for his weaving Jim Hurt, for his and watercolors under glass. innovative weavings and watercolors Two-Diniensional: • First Place- Sanibcl's Christina Fernandez-Lyon, t§tf lappi How acrylic paintings • Second Place-Jackie and A.J. 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Islander • Week of April 1 - 7, 2005 • 15 Aboriginals: Art of the First Person — The timeless art of tribal cultures Authenticity and Ihe aesthetic appeal from the Pima culture and from the of tribal artifacts make Aboriginals: Art of Navajo people, fine sterling pieces of jew- the First Person one of the few galleries elry inlaid with turquoise. recognized as a facilitator between The Waites feature a superb collection sources and collectors of fine tribal art in of antique fetishes and, in addition, a vari- Southwest Florida. This distinc- , ety of fetishes carved by the tion emanates from the worldwide ) finest artists of the Zuni pueblo travels of Susanne Waites and her in western New Mexico. As they husband, William, to the primary explain in their highly informa- sources of these artifacts and the tive pamphlet on fetishes: "peo- study of the cultures, mores, ple have used fetishes through- beliefs and styles of tribal peoples out history and believe they hold in West and Central Africa, magic powers." The strength of Central and Northern Australia, the fetish is received by placing Papua New Guinea and the North the nostrils of the fetish to one's American Southwest, Plains, Nancy mouth and breathing deeply. Woodlands and Arctic. Santeusanio Many fetishes relate to birds or "Being there makes a differ- animals of prey and these arc ence," explain the Waites as they person- believed to have the greatest fetish pow- ally look at and examine thousands of ers. Sometimes they are adorned with tribal artifacts and select only the pieces coral, turquoise, arrowheads or other that qualify as fine tribal art. semi-precious materials and each fetish Above: Men weaving the has a designated meaning and function. cloth for robes in th«> \ il- Currently "turtles" in Native American lage of Korhogo on thi- tribal art are being featured, with turtles When not in use, a fetish is placed in a Cote D'lvoirc \1Vica. on pottery, a turtle "fetish" carved by the "fetish pot" traditionally covered with Right: Artist Lois finest Zuni fetish makers in western New crushed turquoise and corn meal placed in Daniels of Alice Springs. Mexico and "Eagle Dancer," sculpted by the bottom of the pot. Owners must Australia painting Randy Chitto from the Choctaw Peoples. "Dreamtime.'" Below far always remember that the better a fetish is left: An aboriginal totom There's a handmade pottery turtle by cared for the better it will perform. carver on Hathuivst Jemez Pueblo in New Mexico, a Remarkable pieces of Inuit art, carved Island, Australia. Below Storyteller Turtle by Native American delicately from walrus ivory and inlaid left: Susanno Waites Vangie Suina, a miniature plaque/basket with artist Salvador woven with horsehair using a turtle motif Aboriginals see page 17 Romero at Coohiti Pueblo, New Mc-xiro. Fine JL^ining at I he fiistoric Island Inn We will continue our tradition of closing our dining room from AprilTTth to Nov. 1^-tn. We thank qou for our successful season. Visit the Grace and Elegance of times past, established in \8J5 where a tradition never sets. Lions, from left • Second Place-Tony and Janet Campagna, designer dolls • Third Place-Arlene Julao, fabric books and toys There was a wealth of media and tal- ent, and also of visitors to the show which kept the Lions Club members on hand for the day hopping. The chairperson for the event was recently elected City Council Kandi Kerekes (right) and her funky member, Tom Rothman, but the lion's share of the public relations work fell to painted furniture, first place craft cen- Enjoy dinner nightly from 6 to 9pm in our newly renovated Gulf view tered category. islander Jim Graham. Three-Dimensional: Funds raised by the event contribute to dining room. Decor reminiscent of "olde Florida" heritage. Eclectic • First Place-Gisela Damandl, pine several island causes, including purchas- Cuisine with entrees starting at $20. needle baskets ing specialized accoustical equipment for Sanibel School teachers, and making it Chefs Menu changes weekly. • Second Place-Terry Bodeker-origi- possible for some Sanibel children to nn nal casted silver Breakfast 7:30 to 10:00am An Historic attend the college of their choice. The Dinner 6 to 9pm, Reservations please. ^SL.». '»"»•«». • Third Place-Andrea Perisho Lions Club also donates to Lee County organizations, including VIP which aids Dinner dress code for the Gentlemen: the visually impaired, and to scholarships Collared Shirt & Dress Pants Craft-Centered: 3111 West Gulf Drive • First Place-Kandi Kerekes, funky for handicapped children through the painted furniture Edison Community Foundation. 472-1561 Sanibel Island, Florida 16 • Week of April 1 - 7, 2005 * Islander The ever-changing Seaweed Galleries Never dull, -ever them change and grow in their art. That's changing and both daz- what makes these galleries such perfect zling and. reflective settings for each artist and a delight to the describes the art at the seasoned gallery-goer or the first-time three Seaweed visitor just "doing the shops." There are Galleries. Linda now three Seaweed Galleries: one on Boltrek exudes her own Sanibel in The Village Shops, and two on love of art in her enthu- Captiva's Andy Rosse Lane, the big siasm for beginning and gallery and the "closet" gallery. Nancy well-known artists. Her In 2000 the original Seaweed Gallery Santeusanio vision has always been opened on Sanibel with approximately to provide a place for thirty artists, some showcasing their works artists to display their work, to increase publicly for the first time. Their work rep- their energy and, over the years, to watch resented different media, including watercolors, acrylics, oils, pen and ink, have space, especially wall space. Also 1 murals, collage, art dolls, sculptures, jew- am always looking for new artists who elry, stained glass, ceramics, painted fur- will offer the gallery something different," niture and ethereal mermaids. Many of points out Boltrek. these same artists have remained but the A large round moon face has become original number has almost doubled, with Boltrek's signature piece at each gallery. new artists and new works keeping pace In her first gallery, a whimsical and color- with the growth of the galleries. ful floor in a seaweed motif was an "I have people waiting to get into the gallery but I won't add artists unless I Seaweed, see right peace of mind iiUh is dc-kju'd lo i;i\o \nu pew oi mind hv fiKjtcc liniA yum in\"sim(inK Whik1 uui .ire .iw.iy ihi.s Mjmmei M,mil M.iii.ii^cnicni will in^n-ci \our |)i()|»il\ wci'kK hi monlhK or monllilx. We will In ,nn ,ind ,i-^i in .in\ rt-p.iiis m,iiiiii-n.nil c when nefded. I Donations Needed SL Vincent de Paul ihis MiniiiK-i, knowing \OII .in- |>i<>U'< tt-iJ' Super Thrift Store 11799 South Cleveland 239/274^0660 IS LTTN D Free Furniture Pickup -MANAGEMENT- Tax Deductible 711 Tarpon flay Rd., Suite "D We Need! lout Help Sanibal, Fi. 3'J*J37 Help Us... Help Others! 472-5020 oxt. W Islander • Week of April 1 - 7, 2005 • 17 Seaweed, from left intriguing point of interest. Now, the big For a long time Boltrek has been a col- "very Chagall, Matisse. And bold." ning artist Nancy Wilson, whose paintings gallery on Captiva has a sunlit aura of lector and connoisseur of antique minia- High in popularity is the handmade and are on display at the Seaweed Gallery, to openness and freedom, with the natural tures and now she's brought into the gal- unusual jewelry designed by a number of do some of the art work and to highlight sunlight complemented by the gallery leries miniature classics painted by talented artists. People love trying on the the new edition in her artwork, greeting lighting. To add to the delight is "Biscuit,'" Josephine Meyer, animals painted on vel- jewelry and they're always excited about cards and tote bags. Boltrek's miniature shitsu. who hasvet by Mary Hoot and Victorian beaded finding novel pieces and styles. New in In April, Captiva artist Janet Vince, become the gallery mascot and often, flower arrangements duplicated in minia- the gallery is the metal art of Mary notorious for her painted cars, will present when not napping, adds his welcome and ture by Mary Trimlette. "These are really Murray who includes whimsical fairies, a one-woman show with her black and announces that this is a "dog friendly" catching on," mentions Boltrek geckoes and flying pigs in her work. The white photographs predominantly featur- gallery. Well-mannered dogs are invited to Long-time gallery artists include hand-painted wine glasses of Judith ing the history of Captiva. "All of us in browse and be rewarded with a favorite Christina Wyatt,; Randon Eddy, Myra Perkins sparkle in the sunlight with the this building and on this street are work- "Biscuit" dog treat. Now Boltrek can Roberts, Joan Klutch and the jewelry of same brilliance as if they had been paint- ing together to make this place work. We boast, "We've added lots of things for Beth Colette. Katie Gardenia is back in ed on canvas. shall have several different events going dogs, like dog sculptures. The dog sculp- the gallery with her exquisite dolls, both Following the impact of Hurricane on which we hope will attract people to tures are a 'hoot.' Janice Connors will take her traditional dollies and her "articulates" Charley on Captiva in 2004. the commu- come back to his special place." a picture of your dog and make a carica- (jointed).- New this year are Katie's hand- nity of Captiva has banded together to Boltrek's own love for Captiva is dis- ture." The dog ceramics of Toni and Jay made journeybags. The bright and vivid increase the visibility of this historic com- played in her enthusiasm for the historical Mann add still more fun as dog lovers dis- paintings of Leoma Lovegrove arc easily munity and to feature special exhibits and preservation of the island's history, its cover "what's new" in dog art. recognized and Boltrek describes them as activities to attract residents and visitors. courageous people, its "characters" and The celebration of Ann Morrow its stalwart perseverance through uncer- Lindbergh's new edition of Gifts from the tain times. That same Caplivan tenacity is \ Sea on its 50th anniversary began with a evident in Bollrek's inspiration to make Aboriginals, from page 15 : gala book signing in February. the Seaweed Galleries a showplacc for with baleen, include mammals, fish and danced ceremonially by females in Africa ; Lindbergh's daughter Reeve in consulta- local artists and a place where artists are birds whose origins are attributed to the — most masks were danced solely by \ tion with her two sisters initiated the new energized to continue to grow and perfect Arctic. A carving significant for its intri- male dancers. To view this collection of i edition and commissioned the award-win- their technique. cacy is a miniature nesting bird with masks is indeed a museum experience. minuscule ivory eggs under it. Inuit trans- The Australian Aboriginal art goes formation sculptures with transforma- back to the beginning of time, when tions from animal to man are on display spirits lived below the earth's crusl. As fttttttttttttttt as Inuit art continues to increase in inter- the spirits emerged from their subter- est and popularity. ranean world, they moved across the Aboriginals: Art of the First Person has land and it is believed that each depres- a rare collection of African tribal art sion of their footsteps shaped the natur- Pine Island: including basketry, sculptures, wood and al features of the land. bronze masks and textiles. African bas- Originally, dot paintings or sandpaint- kets range from the utilitarian to the con- ings were drawn by the Aborigines to f Florida's temporary decorative baskets that are cov- teach tribal history through symbols. ered in beads and woven by the Yoruban Today these same symbols still tell of the people of Nigeria. There are bronze sculp- Dreamtime, "a time of no time and always tures from Nigeria including the very time and space" and are produced on can- | Best Kept impressive "Twin Royal Guards" and an vases laid on the ground and painted to be equally dramatic wooden two-headed viewed from above. The Australian fetish sculpture carved by the people in Aboriginal collection also includes fiber f Secret! Liberia, Africa. baskets, "poker burned" totem poles, spir- Head masks, worn ceremonially, are a it figures called "mimis" carved in wood highlight in the African collection and a and the collection would not be complete beaded textile mask, representing an ele- without the traditional didjeridus used phant's head, has a long panel in front that musically in healing ceremonies. Pine Island, FL sways back and forth as the dancer per- Aboriginals: Art of the First Person forms the ritual. 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This gala bene- impressive stylish partner; he blended into liquid, ever-changing, fit performance for the Gulfshore is a remarkable dancer and a constantly surprising movements. Ballet School featured 12 principal consummate artist with a quiet After intermission Peter Martin's dancers from the New York City serene style. Strong and mus- Thou Swell, turned out to be a delicious Ballet... What a grand and glori- cular, he gives 100 percent in tribute to Richard Rodgers. This ous evening of dance it was! After style and presence, always swellegant, elegant ballet featured four many gracious sponsor thanks by showing unforced convincing elegant ladies and their partners danc- Marsha Executive Director Jan Egeland characterizations. The Pas de ing the night away, in a glamorous Wagner and Co-Directors/Teachers Trois section of this ballet fea- salute to an elegant era. These four cou- Melinda Roy and Tomislav tured Miranda Weese, Edward ples beautifully complemented each modishly and tech- Vukovic, TV News Anchor Craig Liang and Jason Fowler. They nically, yet each dancer had a sense of personal identity Wolf introduced the program. The beautifully complemented the that magnetized the audience. witty Wolf quipped that he would- choreography and the music Bravo Ballet was a grand gala benefit performance all n't be dancing and neither would with dynamic precision the way around from the stylishly dressed audience to the he -appear tights nor tutu to make and feeling. fabulous principal dancers who performed with total pro- his introduction, although he did Balanchine's Pas de Deux fessionalism the challenging and varied choreography inform the audience that ballet from Diamonds which fol- with ease and elan. Bravo Ballet is aptly named, easily dancers prepare for a performance lowed was performed by earning its title, as well as the standing ovation and all the with barre work stretches just like Maria Kowroski and Charles bravos at the end of the performance. news anchors. (This I gotta see). Askegard. Theirs was dancing Whatever you do, don't miss next year's gala Bravo Wolf went on to say that this was to swoon over, recalling the Ballet benefiting Gulfshore Ballet School, one of the Jock Soto's final performance in grandeur of Imperial Russia. finest classical ballet schools in our area. I, for one, can't this area: he will be retiring after They danced with the correct, wait for next year's evening of dance with the stars of NYC Ballet's Spring season and that this performance effective, brilliant, attitude — showing off technical NYC Ballet, my old alma mater. When you send for your was dedicated to him. skills as well as revealing a stylistic understanding of this tickets remind 'em Marsha sent you. Excerpts from George Balanchine's timeless, bench- glamorous work. mark ballet Agon ( music by Igor Stravinsky) opened the Le Corsaire Pas de Deux with choreography by evening's performance. Agon in the Greek means con- Petipa is a showpiece of technical excellence and fea- test; the movements for this ballet are based on French tured Weese and Joaquin De Luz. Both of these fine Color Mixing in Oil work- court dances. dancers had all the skills required for this bravura piece. Balanchine and Stravinsky collaborated on the struc- We saw all the brilliant technique that this Pas requires, shop ture of the ballet during the creation of the music. The except instead of just difficult, challenging steps, we saw On April 9, meet Vesta Seville for a special one day music exactly matches the movements of the dancers. explosive jumps and spot-on turns done with an elegant course, Color Mixing in Oil. The class will meet from 10 The music and the choreography demands that the approach. a.m. - 4 p.m. at BIG ARTS. Cost for the day is $100; dancers have extraordinary musicality, dance technique, Liturgy a Pas de Deux by Christopher Wheeldon was member discount available. Artists of all levels are wel- total control, purity of line, flexibility and a complete indeed a Pas choreographed for the 21st Century — come, but beginners and intermediate level painters are understanding of the choreographer's as well as the complex, deep and utterly captivating. Wheeldon's especially encouraged to attend. composer's intentions and goals. The daunting Pas de inventiveness utilizes classical vocabulary so that his Learn how to take the mystery out of mixing colors. Deux section danced by Wendy Whelan and Jock Soto lifts are not in the least gimmicky while being quite Make your own color chart complete with formulas. was perfectly served at all levels, musically, technically innovative... such as; when a dancer's leg hooks around Makes a great reference when you need to mix many col- and artistically. Whelan has an incredibly flexible instru- her partner's neck or when she swings pendulum fashion ors, all while using only seven tubes of paint. The class with her legs shaped like a bell. Wheeldon's mind will also complete a small painting. A supply list will be Noel E. Andress/Broker appears to teem with choreographic ideas with which to available upon registration P.O. Box 420 challenge his dancers. Whelan and Soto once again Combining,her love of nature with her love of art, Pineland, FL 33945 proved their artistic tour-de-force ability in this quietly Vesta especially enjoys painting on location and finds it SUNMARK mesmerizing pas de deux. They danced with complete very freeing. For more info, call BIG ARTS at 395-0900. REALTY INC (239)283-1717 WANTED! New Owner Healthcare Professionals Seeking a BACHELOR'S or MASTER'S DEGREE BS Lighthouse Healthcare Leadership MHA !'• V-. . Master of Health Services Waterfront Restaurant Administration 1 MILE BEFORE THE SANIBEL TOLLBOOTH •One Night Per Week ISLAND RETREAT • Small Class sizes Casual Waterfront Dining •ONE YEAR Bachelor Ed Cusick (Snug Harbor & The Bridge Waterfront Restaurants) Outstanding new home! 3 bed, 2.5 "Degree Completion" Program baths on apx 1/2 acre of BAYFRONT and Steve Hyde (La Brasserie Restaurant) have teamed up property with new DOCK on DEADLINE TO REGISTER IS APRIL 15TH! at the beautiful Port Sanibel Marina. CAYO COSTA ISLAND. Surrounding LIVE HOTKIAINMENTTHURS. -SAT. (call for schedule) land owned by state park. National-Louis University I SUNDAYS - LIVE "DIXIELAND" CHAMPAGNE BRUNCH 11AM-3 PMI Incredible BAY frontage! $890,000. 239-466-0982 LIVE "JAZZ JAM" 6-10 PM Cail Noel for details! 1-800-366-6581 New Menu * New Pricing • New Beginning! [email protected] • www.nl.edu/florida Open daily for lunch and dinner Reservations accepted (239) 489-0770 Islander • Week o* April 1 - 7, 2005 • 19 BIG ARTS On Stage presents Con Amore Now THAT'S Broadway at the Schoolhouse Written especially for The Company^ well known to Sanibel audiences, has The Schoolhouse Theater is bringing Now THAT'S Con Amore is the latest work by Island played notable roles in "Agnes of God" Broadway to Sanibel with a cast of five Broadway is writer Bob Maxeiner. It will premiere and in "Master Class" as Maria Callas. incredibly talented musical theater per- playing through Sunday, April 10, at 8 p.m. in a reader's Last spring she performed in Maxeiner's formers in Now THAT'S Broadway. April 30. For presentation at Schein Performance Hall premiere performance of his play Still Elizabeth Kensek, Danielle Vetro, Ken tickets, call the at BIG ARTS, 900 Dunlop Rd. Produced Time. Kevin's voice should be familiar to Johnson, Bobby Logue and Island box office at by BIG ARTS On Stage, Con Amore is a many as he is a professional voice over favorite Victor Legarreta deliver a journey 472-6862 or work in two parts: "The Love of artist for radio and TV ads, training films, through 75 years of musical theater. Now visit the theatre Lyrics"and "The Lyrics of Love." Tickets and documentaries. His show, "The THAT'S Broadway is a show you will at 2200 for $20 are available at BIG ARTS or by Florida Environment," runs every day on NOT want to miss. All-Star cast, Periwinkle Way •u calling 239 - 395-0900. The Box office WGCU 90.1 FM at 6:50 a.m. He also Broadway caliber talent, incredible on Sanibel. is open 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Monday through hosts The Florida Gulf Coast University music. Who could ask for anything more? Saturday. report on WGCU TV. Con Amore is a work celebrating the Bob Maxeiner, a retired physician, has presence of love throughout life. Part written multiple scripts for The Company one, "The Love of Lyrics," examines the for performance at BIG ARTS including HELP WITH A HISTORICAL EVENT life and work of poet Ogden Nash. Nash, the annual Christmas Programs and a lyrical genius, had a zest for life and an evenings devoted to Robert Frost, Carl BE A PART OF HISTORYI immense love for his wife, Frances, and Sandburg and others. He has two works of his children. One of his greatest wishes fiction in island bookstores: Transplant, a It's CROW'S was "to make my children glad that I am novel, and a collection of short stories their father." entitled lnnocentia. He has written five Taste of the Islands Part two, "The Lyrics of Love" looks at plays, but Still Time was his first to the works of songwriters as poetry. "We receive a live performance last April. 25th ANNIVERSARY!!! bring out the poetry of lyricists whose Con Amore will be the final production words about love deserve to be heard on of this season's BIG ARTS On Stage. their own without musical enhancement," Ruth Iyengar and John Kramer co-chair C.R.O.W. noted Maxeiner. Vignettes from Carousel, the On Stage committee which produces a You can help CROW by being Fiddler on the Roof, and other musical series of theatrical programs designed to a Volunteer at this 2005 shows will be viewed. Con Amore will be promote enjoyment of theater arts and to directed by John Bartis, noted director, provide live, enriching theatrical experi- Taste of the Islands Event Sanibel Island, FL j performer, and educator. ences of a professional nature to the resi- ,239-472-3644> Long time Company members Marsha dents and visitors of Sanibel and Captiva. Wagner, Kevin Pierce and Bob Maxeiner If you would like to receive early notice of SATURDAY. APRIL 23rd will be joined by Susen Berg, who is mak- next season's schedule and the many other ing her debut at BIG ARTS. Susan has a fine programs offered at BIG ARTS, 9:00 AM Master's degree in Performance Studies become a member by calling 395-0900. •Set fencing around Community park site from Northwestern University. Marsha, •Assist with tent set-up •Assist with restaurant table set-up •Pick-up plants/canopies on island as needed (trucks helpful) Enjoy the Island Living? 2:00 PM •Open, bag and distribute garbage boxes & butt buckets Then stay on Sanibel for your vision needs! •Prepare raffle ticket packets •Hang signs (Gates and Tents) Examinations, eye disease treatment, glasses, contacts SUNDAY. APRIL 24th DAY OF THE EVENT 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM •Sell Tee-Shirts DOCTORS •Entrance Gate Ticket Takers EYECARE CENTERS •Main Beverage Tent *(2nd shift available only) ROBOT G. IBAGE QD. TIMOTHY E. UNDERHILL O.D. •Remote Beverage Tent *(2nd shift available only) •Food and Beverage Ticket Sales Serving Sanibel/Captiva for over 25 years. •CROW Information Table •Raffle Ticket Sales Table 1571 Periwinkle Way •'Trolley Talkers" Hours: •Parking Assistants 8:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. (239) 472-4204 *some restrictions 2:30-7:00 PM Same as above, write in your choice SureClose* AVAILABLE SHIR TIMES EXECUTIVE TITLE n:00AM-3:00PM 3:00PM-7:00PM PLEASE FAX FORM BACK TO ANN ARMOFF, 472-2764 239.472.8228 A packet will arrive by mail with your assignment letter, parking pass and 695 Tarpon Bay Rd., a coupon for a discount on an event shirt. Entry wristbands will be given to Suite 7, Sanibel you at the volunteer check-in tent when you arrive at the event. www.exectitle.com PLEASE PRINT [email protected] CJuarez. CLC Name VP, Branch Manager visit www.sureclose.com Address. City _State_ SureClose. The online service that connects all parties in a real Day Phone. Fax estate closing transaction -24 hours a day. 7 days a week. THANK YOU FOR YOUR HELP AND SUPPORT 20 • Week of April 1 - 7, 2005 • Islander productive Internet was no help. This much is known: All Super string quartet at Mann Hall four are graduates of the Juilliard School of Music. A beautiful young woman and three Turina. It was in the Dvorak Quartet in A Flat Major, Lento Founding members Marcia Littley (violin) and Javier sentient gentlemen worked absolute magic Contabile, that the audience was completely captured. Arias (cello) are married. Michael Klotz (viola) and Misha with four stringed instruments at Barbara Straight through to the Ravel Quartet in G Major, Third Vitenson (violin) complete the tightly-knit Amernet. B. Mann Performing Arts Hall on March and Fourth Movements, these four musical artists blended The four instrumentalists have been Amernet since its 17. Called the Amernet String Quartet, perfectly. They created the sound of an orchestra when that founding in 1991. They have traveled widely, being award- they were the penultimate talent to be pre- effect was needed. Incredible. How to put in words the ed first prizes in many string quartet competitions, and con- sented in this 54th season of the Fort quality of Amernet's quality? Try full. Rich. Together, in the certizing around the world. In Germany, a critic wrote Myers Community Concert Association. sound of harmonic spirit, as well as with an understanding about Amernet: "Fascinating, with flawless intonation, Dr. and Mrs. John B. Fenning sponsored of fine mutual technique. Touching, too, was their love of extraordinary beauty of sound, virtuosic brilliance and Charlotte the impressive program. composers they know personally, such as the cellist's father homogeneity of ensemble." Heimann Four plain black chairs and four black Arias Y Luna, and Frederick Kaufman, who was in the Teaser for the 2005-2006 Fort Myers Community music stands were placed close together audience and lent a handsome touch of authority. Concerts Association season: Royal Symphony Orchestra, in the center of the vast and otherwise completely bare Trying to find information about individual members Russian Ballet, full-length opera, La Boheme (different stage. "No nonsense!," the inanimate group seemed to say. of Amernet proved difficult. Their publicity and printed company). Call 939-3236 to get your name on the list for The unspoken severity was immediately dispersed when program refers only to their collective name. The usually next year's season. the Amernet String Quartet entered. Their very presence, their musical energy were astonishing. (Especially because of what was learned later: they had spent nearly the whole day driving from their Miami headquarters though torren- The Jubilation Singers tial rain.) The Sanibel Community Church is proud to present Singers have produced two recordings, Lord Our The first half of the program got underway with Hugo the Jubilation Singers in concert, Saturday, April 2 at 7 Creator, a collection of sacred classics, and Wolf's Italian Serenade, followed by works of Mozart and p.m. This auditioned choir of treble voices, boys and Mendelssohn's Elijah for Young Voices which was named girls, grades 4 -12, is one of the six choirs for children to the Notable Recordings for Children list. and youth at Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church in Fort The concert is free and open to the public - a free will THE HIRDIE GIRDIE Lauderdale. They sing regularly for worship services and offering will be taken - and will be at the Sanibel concerts at Coral Ridge church and are seen frequently in Community Church, 1740 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel.. the national broadcasts of "The Coral Ridge Hour." 472-2684 With Integra Music of Nashville,. the Jubilation flit Gallery PoetryFest 2005 Brock, Don Brown, Belle Deutscher, Carol Ehrlich, HOURS 11AM-5PM «ISLAND CO-OP OF ARTISTS {"J^ Vince Faraone, William Highsmith, Mary LaVelle, Joe R0AD Poets young and old, from Sanibel, Southwest Pacheco, Sid Simon, Lorraine Vail and students from MONDAY-SATURDAY PRESENTING ORIGINAL ART SANIBEL. FLORIDA Florida, FGCU and other regions of Florida, will gather Florida Gulf Coast University. Poets and members of the INCLUDING 239-395-0027 at Phillips Gallery, BIG ARTS on Saturday, April 9,1-4 public are invited to participate by reading their own WORKS IN OIL, WATER MEDIA, COLLAGE, p.m. to celebrate National Poetry Month. The event is work or a favorite poem by other poets. WOOD, TILE AND IMPORTED HAITIAN ART sponsored by the San-Cap Poetry Society, Florida Gulf A reception sponsored by BIG ARTS and the San-Cap Coast University, BIG ARTS and the Islander. Poetry Society will follow the readings. Admission will Sanibel's 4th Annual be a donation of three dollars to BIG ARTS. 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Myers ' Tuesday, April 5th, 2005 10-12 - Lunch provided fcr Here Infcc and Ticket Prices CALL TODAY! 418-1939 Reservations Appreciated - Walk-ins welcome if seats available Call 239 • 472 • C8I32 Sponsored by Dorcey & Associates 10181 Six 3ytile Cypress Sliite B Randy Dorcey Serving Southwest Florida Since 1988 islander * Week of April 1 - 7, 2005 • 21 The Fabulous Limeliters Jaco Pastorius at Jazz Alliance concert It all began in 1959. The Limeliters, a unique blend of thrilling harmony, The Jazz Alliance concert will take recorded Word of Mouth Revisited to folk group formed by Louis Gottlieb, whacked-out humor and contemporary place Saturday April 30, on the Alliance worldwide acclaim. The album was a Alex Hassilev and Glenn Yarbrough, satire consistently draws standing ova- for the Arts campus lawn, located at the tribute to Jaco's works and featured the played in concerts and folk houses like tions from audiences that, today, span southeast corner of McGregor and greatest bass guitarists as featured San Francisco's Hungry I and three generations. With their energy and Colonial Boulevards in Fort Myers. The artists on songs composed by Jaco Hollywood's Ash Grove during the height enthusiasm undiminished, The Limeliters headliner, Jaco Pastorius Big Band has Pastorius. Many of the songs on the of the folk music boom of the early '60s. (Hassilev, Andy Corwin and Mack Bailey strong ties to Southwest Florida, dating album Were originally recorded by Jaco It was prime time for the Weavers, Peter now) remain the most exciting folk act back to their 14 years as the host band for and The Atlantean Driftwood Band as Paul and Mary, Bob Dylan, Joan Baez, the the genre has produced. Sanibel Jazz. Kingston Trio and the Limeliters. part of Sanibel Jazz, a 14-year tradition The Limeliters' Sanibel performance Formerly the Atlantean Driftwood in Southwest Florida during the 1980s "If the Kingston Trio are the under- is Saturday, April 2nd, at 8 p.m. in Band, the Jaco Pastorius Big Band fea- and 1990s. graduates of big-time folk singing, the Schein Hall. You don't want to miss this tures many of this area's favorite musi- The April 30th evening concert opens Limeliters are the faculty." Time performance! cians, including Ed Calle, Mike Levine, Magazine. at 5 p.m., with the music beginning at 7 Tickets $37 per person and available at Billy Ross and special guest vocalist p.m. Tickets are $15 in advance or $ 20 at Now, as the Limeliters sail through the the BIG Arts box office —- 395-0900 — Dana Paul. Jaco Pastorius Big Band is the gate on the night of the performance. beginning of the new century, their or in person at 900 Dunlop Road. conductor Peter Graves' labor of love, All through the evening, great food spe- created to honor an original member of cialties and beverages will be catered by Contra Dance - the last of the season the Atlantean Driftwood Band. Someone Delectable! The late Jaco Pastorius is widely con- Proceeds from the jazz concert will The last Contra Dance of the season creation which blended the most fun and sidered to be the most creative bass guitar help to support the Alliance for the Arts. will be on Saturday, April 2 at Shady the easiest parts of the various folk dances player of all time. His style of play revo- Join the gathering of jazz lovers, cele- Oaks Community Center, 3280 Marion which immigrants brought over to' lutionized the instrument and has influ- brating our southwest Florida lifestyle Street in Fort Myers near Terry Park America. All dances are taught and easy enced bass guitars players over the past Saturday evening, April 30, from 5-10 (new location!). to learn. 25 years. Pat Metheny called Jaco "the p.m. on the Alliance lawn. For additional Contra Dance is an Olde Time Folk There will be a pot luck dinner starting last jazz musician of the 20th century to information and advance ticketing, call Dance with a friendly, non-smoking at 6:30 and the dance and lesson start at have made a major impact on the musical the Alliance for the Arts at 239/939-2787. atmosphere and live music for singles and 7:30. There is an $8 donation requested world at large." This is one reunion concert you won't couples. Contra dancing is an American and under 18 free. In 2004, the Jaco Pastorius Big Band want to miss! Empire Brass at Shell Point On Tuesday, April 5 at 7:30 p.m., the Empire Brass will cians have held leading positions with major American Friends of the Arts at Shell Point and WGCU Public Media. bring their show-stopping sounds to the Shell Point orchestras and toured the world with their stunning sounds. Shell Point Retirement Community's Auditorium is Auditorium. The Empire Brass enjoys an international rep- At just $25 per person, tickets for this public concert located in the Village Church on The Island, at 15100 Shell utation as North America's finest brass quintet, renowned series are always affordable for everyone who loves the Point Blvd., in Fort Myers. The community is located off for its brilliant virtuosity and the unparalleled diversity of its exhilaration of live performances in an intimate setting. Summerlin and McGregor, just two miles before the repertoire. Equally at home with Bach and Handel as with Tickets will be available at the door the evening of the con- Sanibel Causeway. For reservations or more concert infor- Andrew Lloyd Weber and Duke Ellington, these five musi- cert. All Shell Point concerts are sponsored in part by mation, call 454-2067. THE L1MEUTFRS Pocmdatiofi Presents tfoe • ' •. sire '• • -\ he fo, 2005 '•' '-ft. 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NO _STATE_ ZIP PAYMENT ENCLOSED LJ BILL ME _l VISA I MASTERCARD ACCOUNT NO EXPIRATION DATE SIGNATURE $)t>rt Pcri Sanibel-Captiva Islander • (239)472-5185 • Fax (239)472-1372 Call Ahead Sf-ulmr| 7:()O \\1 .|«. If) |»Mj ****—*-*— PO Box 56, Sanibel, FL 33957-9986 I 695JLupon Ba> Road (#13), Piomcnadr C rnlci CAST City Wed.High Wed. Low Thur. High Thur. Low Cape Coral 3:03 a.m. 10:17 a.m. 3:17 a.m. 10:59 a.m. • Bridge 3:52 p.m. 10:29 p.m. 4:43 p.m. 10:50 p.m. Captiva at 12:53 a.m. 7:01 a.m. 1:07 a.m. 7:43 a.m. Redfish Pass 1:42 p.m. 7:13 p.m. 2:33 p.m. 7:34 p.m. SATURDAY Fort Myers 3:56 a,m. 10:59 a.m. 4:10 a.m. 11:41 a.m. SUNRISE 4:45 p.m. 11:11p.m. 5:36 p.m. 11:32 p.m. 7:12 AM Madacha Pass 2:31 a.m. 9:43 a.m. 2:45 a.m. 10:25 a.m. 3:20 p.m. 9:55 p.m. 4:11 p.m. 10:16 p.m. Pineland 1:29 p.m. 8:41 a.m. 1:43 a.m. 9:23 a.m. 2:18 p.m. 8:53 p.m. 3:09 p.m. 9:14 p.m. Point Ybel 7:03 a.m. 12:47 a.m. 12:12 a.m. 7:45 a.m. 7:15 p.m. 1:38 p.m. 7:36 p.m. Punta Rassa 12:47 a.m. 6:56 a.m. 1:01 a.m. 7:38 a.m. 1:36 p.m. 7:08 p.m. 2:27 p.m. 7:29 p.m. SATURDAY St. James City 1:18 a.m. 7:31 a.m. 1:32 a.m. • 8:13 a.m. SUNSET 2:07 p.m. 7:43 p.m. 2:58 p.m. 8:04 p.m. 7:48 PM