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PHOTO BY SHANNEN HAYES The 13th annual Polar Plunge will be at noon Jan. 1 at Tarpon Bay Beach The Sanibel-Captiva Chapter of National Polar Bear Club invites the com- munity to take p. rt in the icy tradition or just enjoy watching others take the plunge. Above are polar bear team members Papa Bear John E. Carney, Ulla Von Below, Bogi von Below, Ann McDonnell and Tom Giles. At the Library 53 Classifieds 56 Living Sanibel 46 INSIDETODAY Calendar 12 Island Faces 48 Shell Shocked 50 Captiva Current 52 Island Reporter . .. .17-44 What's Blooming 58
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18th Annual Holiila 'Indoor Mir ( Bailey Matthews Shell Museum "Under I he Sea" I vent |anuar> 27th The Sanctuary .ILYFCo. 520 TARPON BAY ROAD {ACROSS FROM BAILEY'S) JEWELRY GALLERY i SANIBEL, FL 33957 I /><" / )azzlrd 239-472-2888 i LILYJEWELERS.COM MTED (WkLjEWELRY STORE IN THE NATION » ...... — , . _ , • j 1 m. • _ . IHHHH "I v B£ Saniitl S3 Cajniva Shell museum volunteer helps fi- islander island rst advance shell collection data (USPS 481-400) R> Contributed to the ISLANDER ing the enormous collection of United States Navy for 4 years. oc 2340 Periwinkle Way Sanibel Island resident Tom Risher, origi- shells donated to the museum to He attended Florida Atlantic L. Sanibel, FL 33957 help prepare them for accession- University where he earned his > Scott Blonde a [email protected] Risher has been an integral part of the the accession process. Shell Museum. Risher has always Risher spent his early child- been an avid shell collector and *E museum's collection management process; Senior Editor his work is visible on almost a daily basis. hood in northern New Jersey, PHOTO PROVIDED says that Sanibel has played a fa Shell museum Jim Linette Together with an equally important and relocating to Delray Beach in large role in this interest since he volunteer Tom has visited and shelled this island [email protected] engaged corps of volunteers. Risher has man- 1962. Shortly after high school Risher. aged to implement a strategy around arrang- he served with honor in the since the early 1950s. J5 Editor Shannon Hayes shaves @ breezenewspapers.com Bobcat Tales at SCCF Shell Point to host free Advertising Sales Veruska Kocmer health, wellness expo [email protected] Danielle Papoi Contributed to the ISLANDER o [email protected] Shell Point Retirement Community will host a free u Health and Wellness LifeQuest Expo from noon to 2 p.m. Design & Layout Jan. 8 in the community auditorium on The Island at Shell -C Point. Follow event signs to parking. a Susan Wilhelm S3 [email protected] The LifeQuest expo will highlight all of the programs and services offered at Shell Point and the Fort Myers 93 Classifieds and Subscriptions Community in the six dimensions of wellness: 1. Physical a Shirlene Grasgreen 2.Emotional 3.Spiritual 4.Educational 5. Community and SO U [email protected] Social 6.Natural Environment. The expo will be a very informative event to kick off Subscriptions the New Year with health screenings, private pay assisted 1 year, $40 (Continental USA) living and rehabilitation information, specialty physicians I year, $95 (Canada) and many other community resources to help you reach your 2013 wellness goals. This is a free event call 239- u 4i Circulation 489-8472 for questions or further information. •a (239)472-1587 c Shell Point Retirement Community is a not-for-profit a Classified Advertising continuing care retirement community located in Fort (239) 472-5186 Display Advertising Myers just off Summerlin Road, two miles before the a Sanibel causeway. Shell Point has received national > (239) 472-5186 -•a accreditation from CARF-CCAC, and is a nationally rec- a ognized leader in the retirement industry. S3 u The community offers retirement living in a resort- I style environment with an 18-hole championship golf "3 The Islander and Island Reporter course which is open to the public, as well as recreation- are published every Friday al/fitness facilities and deep water boating access for its "S33 residents. To learn more about Shell Point, visit 05 Customer service hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. lo 5 p.m., except www.shellpoint.org or call 1 -800-780-1131. major holidays. PHOTO PROVIDED Letters to the editor must be typed or There is a bobcat that calls every inch of Sanibel and Captiva handprinted. Your name and phone number home. Female bobcats may be giving birth to kits in January. Visit must be affixed to the copy. the Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation for a program that In the event of an advertising error, we teaches about these shy felines. Bobcat Tales begins at 10 a.m. are responsible only for the first incorrect Report your news to insertion of the ad itself. We are not respon- Jan. 2 in the SCCF Nature Center, 3333 San-Cap Rd. Cost is $5 per sible for any credit or reimbursement after adult with SCCF members and children can enjoy for free. THE ISLANDER: 30 days from publication. Following the program take a walk on the trails to the Sanibel Postal Information: Bulk postage is River, look for bobcat scat, and climb the tower overlooking the paid at the Ft Myers Post Office. Send captivasanibel.com address changes to the Sanibel Captiva Sanibel River. Call 472-2329 for more information. Islander. P.O. Box. 56, Sanibel, FL 33957. n ROBB & STUCKY INTERNATIONAL NEW YEARS SALE HE t mP B LIVE LIFE..G&etiutfa/fc Fort Myers Store Store Hours PROFESSIONAL INTERIOR DESIGN SERVICES MON-SAT: 10a.m. lo6p.m. www.RobbStuckylntl.com 13170 S. 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Call about our New Introductory Golf and Social Memberships. >K(H Wulferc Road • Sanibel Island, FL 33957 (aintucr Sheryl latum 239.472.6445 wvv w.saiu ttiarvgc.net -— — olar Bear Club n I 13 years of 'cool' tradition 7T •*3 Bv SHANNEN HAYES "Papa Bear" John Carney. "It 2. a. [email protected] was an all-time record and long as At the "crack of noon" on way from 29 the first year in •s New Year's Day. people of all 2001." o ft ages and from all parts of the Carney's immersion in polar n ft world traditionally gather in har- bear plunging originated on Lake 3 mony to herald their status as Chataqua in New York. A cr n bears (riot mice) as asserted in the teacher and photographer, "i lyrics of the Polar Bear Anthem. Carney Went on to participate in K> 00 The Sanibel-Captiva Chapter similar events around the country * and world, but after moving to of National Polar Bear Club will e celebrate 13 years of this "cool" Sanibel some years ago, he ini- tradition at Tarpon Bay Beach. tially thought "those days were "Papa Bear" John The meeting will begin with over. Eventually, he and his wife Carney holds up the singing of the anthem by Faye thought why not organize a massive wine glass "Cubbies," (first-timers) plunge on Sanibel; it would be that passed for sip- "Juveniles," (one-time previous funny. ping from one partici- dippers) and seasoned "adult" No doubt about it, given the pant to the next after taking the Polar Bear n bears. Then, in the flash of an eye festivities of the event and com- as Plunge. to the bears dash into the water mingling of various costumed sr. where there is plunging, splash- characters, the event is both < 65 ing, celebratory cheers and funny, and fun. There will be an PHOTO PROVIDED V. - smiles on faces. opportunity to have a picture in a Following the plunge, many the infamous shell pith helmet gather for a massive, dripping- and join in story-telling about the I wet, group-hug, which is fol- experience with other Polar Bears ©h lowed by a toast with an equally from around the world. s massive wine glass that is.passed Those taking the plunge must for sipping from one participant have a bathfng suit and should to the next. bring a towel. Chairs and coolers "Last year we had more than are optional. For more informa- 300 in the water and more than tion about this "chilly" event, 300 'mice' watching," said contact Carney at 395-1767. (A as 3 II n M T3 "MAY THE FISH sr. < »—as< BE WITH YOU!" E" a o. ft 201 3 i m Island Water Association > Its election time at IWA again, and next year four seats on our Board of Directors will be up for election. The seats are currently held by William D. Carr, Lewis Garrett Dutton, Jr. and James M. Griffith. Mr. Carr is completing his 3rd and final term; Mr. Dutton and Mr. Griffith are running for re-election for their 2nd terms. The fourth seat was previously held by Timothy A. Gardner and it is for the remaining 1 year of his first term. IWA is governed by a five member Board of Directors who serve without pay. Directors must be residents of Sanibel or Captiva, so that they can attend all Board meetings, and must be IWA Members or an official representative of a condominium or WE SERVE IT FRESH other IWA Corporate Member. Directors must have no conflict of interest, including but not limited to, active involvement in an OR WE DON'T SERVE IT AT ALL! enterprise which could potentially do business with IWA or which could benefit from involvement with IWA. Meetings are normally held on the fourth Tuesday of every month. Directors are elected by the Membership at IWA's Annual Meeting to be held in April. Anyone who would like to run for one the TIMBERS S RESTAURANT & FISH MARKET 04 y of the open seats should contact our Board Recording Secretary, Beau Stanley, at (239) 472-2113 (extension 114) or by e-mail at Raw Bar Open Everyday Now Through New Year's Day [email protected] by no later than January 4. 2013. A (Happy Hour 4:00pm - 6:00pm Everyday) background check will be run on all Board candidates. Fish Market Open at 1 lam - 9pm (2pm - 9pm Sunday) Restaurant Open 7 Days 4:30 P.M. 472-3128 • Full Bar « 703 Tarpon Bay Road » Major Credit Cards i » Museum Finalizes rs Details for 8 'Under the Sea' Contributed to the ISLANDER sors, including the Sanibel-Captiva The Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum Trust Company (Grand Sponsor), have is finalizing details for the season's been featured in local media promotion- kick-off event, the 2013 edition of its al spots dressed as the Fab Four around 9 annual museum gala, "Under the Sea: In the island, donning wigs for Beatles-like an Octopus's Garden with You." This album covers. Other generous sponsors year, the event takes on a groovy 60s include: 'Tween Waters Inn, theme with the BeatleBeat Tribute Band Adventures in Paradise, Bailey's (featuring Jimi Pappas) to serve as inspi- General Store, DocFord's, Island Inn, ration and entertainment during the John Grey Painting, Law Offices of evening event from 5 to 10 p.m. Jan. 27 Janet Strickland, Lily & Company hosted at the Sanctuary Golf Club. Jewelers, Myers, Brettholtz & The spectacular and always enter- Company, PA, Sanctuary Golf Club, CONTRIBUTED PHOTO taining gala will include cocktails and and The-Timbers Restaurant & Fish A naturalist-guided Indigo Trail Hike is one of more-than 20 free programs Market. the refuge offers daily throughout the season. . a I dinner, a silent auction featuring a plethora of goods and services donated To learn more about the event or to by local merchants, and some amazing register, visit the museum website at live auction items that are sure to help shellmuseum.org or call John Suau at Free refuge programs begin Jan. 6 raise money for the benefit of the muse- 239-395-2233. Look for more Contributed to the ISLANDER For a full calendar of programs and tours um's educational programs. "Beatles" sponsors in the coming weeks. From fishing and biking in the refuge, to and descriptions, visit www.dingdarlingso- Staff members from this year's spon- learning about gators and crocs, the season- ciety.org/refuge-programs. Educational pro- al calendar of free programs and tours at grams are made possible through support J.N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife from the "Ding" Darling Wildlife Society- Refuge begins Jan. 6 and runs through Friends of the Refuge (DDWS). March 29. As a non-profit 501(c)3 organization, Daily programs begin at 8:30 a.m. and DDWS works to support J.N. "Ding" include such diverse topics as Nature Darling National Wildlife Refuge's mission The BEATLEBEAT Tribute Band of conservation, wildlife and habitat protec- with Jimi Pappas will perform at Photography| Plants of the Bailey Tract, Under the Sea 2013. Calusa Shell Mound Tours, Florida's tion, research, and public education through Venomous Wildlife, and Family Craft & charitable donations and Refuge Nature Shop proceeds. PHOTO PROVIDED Story Time. "We have something for visitors of all To support DDWS and the refuge with a ages," said refuge education specialist tax-deductible gift, visit www.dingdarling- Ranger Becky Wolff. "The free refuge pro- society.org or contact Birgie Vertesch at grams and tours last anywhere from a half 239-292-0566 or director@dingdarlingso- hour to two hours." ciety.org. BANNER POOL SERVICE & SUPPLY • Pool Heaters • Chlorine Tabs • 5olar Blankets • Tools • Pool Pumps • Auto Vacuums • Motors • Free Water Testing • Salt 5ystems • 472-4100 www.bannerpoolservice.com • 1633 Periwinkle Way (Anchor Pointe Plaza just East of Casa Ybel Rd.) Store and service center centrally located on Periwinkle'for fast, friendly, professional service, repair and installation. 2.m?Mt0.7700 :SO+ Yours i w y 4 IMumhinp. Kxporionet* Water He.itei • Collets • Walk in rul> » Citrbrtgt' Disposals • K.UKVL Sink . 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The Ars Nova String Trio is establishing itself as an important presence in the chamber music world. The members of the trio have performed in many of the great- est halls including Carnegie Hall, the Kennedy Center. Severance Hall, and in international venues. They have experience performing in festivals including Marlboro MGsic Festival, Aspen Music Festival, Tanglewood, and Chamber Music of the Rockies. Ars Nova is: Jennifer Kozbial (violin); John T. Posadas (viola); and Adam Satinsky (cello). Musicians of; Ars Nova have collaborat- ed with eminent artists such as Edgar Meyer. Joseph Silverstein, James Ehnes, Jeremy Denk, and members of the Cleveland Quartet and Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center. Their program will include Beethoven: String Trio in D major, Op. 9, No. 2, Jean Fran^aix: String Trio in C major, Mark O'Connor: Appalachia Waltz and F.C.'s Jig Erno Dohndnyi: Serenade for String Trio in C major, Op. 10. Upcoming Classical Afternoon Series concerts are Pianist Priscila Navarro (Jan. 27), and Indiana University Jacobs School of Music Starling Chamber Players (Feb. 12). Classical Afternoons supported by Grand Patron Series Sponsor Deborah and John La Gorce. For more information, visit www.BIGARTS.org. To purchase tickets stop by Big Arts or call Marks Box PHOTO PROVIDED Office at 239-395-0900. Adam Satinsky, Jennifer Kozbial, and John T. Posadas. II, ui mj^ki jM m I | 11 Read tl«e Book*, wmtm&mw® IPREN Play WrfW tfce Retf LO"0 WATCH YHB MMBt* » m^it mmm.m« Designed to promote reading and creative play. Op,* New Baby, Birthdays, Any Day! /.... ECO Friendly Packaging ' (1 Endorsed by Expert Build a Child's Library and KlfKS 703 Tarpon Bay Rd. • 239.472.HIKE • Full Liquor of Sanibel-Captiva Open 4pm Mon-Sat • 11:30 Sun Love Ot Reading Conservation Foundation HAPPY HOURS 4-6 & lO-CLOSE DAILY Raw Bar open Everyday now through New Year's Day Friday is Lfcbstab Night! ••m«. ISLAND HOME ^Islander ^^ ™ ™ ™ • • • • Tw• o calls Reportot you r artistnews to CAPTIVASANIBEL.COs M for January exhibits Submitted by Maureen Tesoro Big Arts invites artists to submit fine art that incorpo- rates paper, to be consid- ered for the "Crossing the Line with Paper" juried visual arts exhibit. Entries must be delivered for judg- ing Jan. 15. This exhibit is open Jan. 17 through Feb. 28 in Big Arts Phillips Gallery. Juror is Ron Bishop, director. Bob Rauschenberg Gallery at Edison State College. Artists reception is from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Jan. 25. The "It's Raining Cats and Dogs" juried visual arts exhibit seeks artworks in many types of media featur- ing feline and canine- themed art (theme is open to interpretation). The prospectuses, information about awards and prizes, and other detailed informa- tion about these • Calls to Artists are available at www.BIGARTS.org. FineMark National Bank & Trust is Phillips Gallery CONTRIBUTED PHOTO patron sponsor. Deborah Cheryl, Tabitha and Megan Carrigan with artist Stacie Krupa and the and John La Gorce are the elephant painting. visual arts patron season PHOTO PROVIDED sponsor. Fish on the Brain, mixed media by Joyce Curvin Painting sold plus ABWA announces donation to upcoming guest speakers Contributed to the ISLANDER ness development. This presentation will Wildlife Society Gayle Dehaan-Garland, president of be audience participatory. the Sanibel Chapter of the American • Holly Maiz, March 12 - Business Women's Association, has "CorpoReality... Body Mind Strategies for Contributed to the ISLANDER The two Carrigan daughters. Tabitha and announced the following guest speakers. Healthy Work - Healthy Lives" presented In the tradition of big sales for Black Megan, were anxious to meet the artist who The presentations will be at 6 p.m. at the by Maiz, owner of BodyMind WellBeing, Friday, Stacie Krupa of the Grille Gallery paints the many pieces they enjoy while Sanibel Community House, 2173 located oh Sanibel. Maiz is a bodymind at George & Wendy's Seafood Grille post- visiting the Grille. Periwinkle Way. Meetings are held the psychotherapist specializing in optimal ed on Facebook all of her paintings would "We love the different textures, but the second Tuesday of each month. health. With a*iaster's degree in somatic be available foronl y $2,000 each - one day frame made the piece," said Cheryl. • Karen L. Semmelman, Feb. 12 — (body) psychology and dance therapy only. "Creating Self-Empowerment by from Naropa University, Maiz brings the Regular customers of the Grille, John The unique frame is made of Jamaican Improving your Health through Energy exploration of the body's inherent wisdom and Cheryl Carrigan, heard about this the dogwood. The girls enjoyed meeting Medicine — from a Business and to corporate, educational and therapeutic day after and were disappointed they had Krupa and discussing the art with her to Persohal perspective," will be presented settings throughout the United States. She missed the sale. The couple had been leam more about how she creates them and by Semmelman. owner of Semmelman will provide snapshots of achieving debating for several weeks over the pur- to let her know which other pieces they Energy Center with offices in Sanibel and healthy living in our busy lives today, chase of an elephant painting. So, John hope to add to their collection in the future. Boston. She brings her skills as a matri- seeking to provide the audience with made an offer - the painting for $2,000 This elephant is now in its new home at the monial lawyer of 30 years with a decree in methods to find awareness of the body's plus a $500 donation to a charity. Carrigan house above the television in their psychology to this energy practice where natural intelligence to enhance our vitali- ty. The presentation will be interactive. Krupa agreed and the "Ding" Darling family room. she seeks to empower her clients by teach- Wildlife Society, which normally receives To enjoy the Grille Gallery art and a ing them techniques to activate their Anyone interested in attending can 5 percent of every art sale of the Grille wonderful meal, visit George & Wendy's body's natural healing abilities to restore contact Barbara Boulton, membership Gallery, became the recipient of a $500 Seafood Grille, open every day 11 a.m. to vital energies that may have become chair at 239-222-9713 or at donation. midnight or later plus Sunday brunch from weak, disturbed or out of balance. As a [email protected]. The cost for Krupa met with Cheryl and her daugh- 9 am. to 1pm. Photos of the art can also be business owner of numerous businesses, the evening is $22, payable by check or ters a few weeks later at the Grille Gallery. viewed at www.sanibelseafoodgrille.com. including a law firm with 30 employees, cash. she will provide tips on enhancing busi- Otter Tales at SCCF n z ON THE BEACH I Italian & Mediterranean Cuisine 7T T! Casual Beachfront Dining^' 2. Open for Dinner From 5 p.m. until Late a £ j O n \ na 3 u- n 1 »i o With Live Entertainment K» O tC T3 - NewYear's Eve £ cr % r> o 3 PHOTO PROVIDED No one knows how many river otters live on Sanibel and Captiva. Visit the Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation for its Otter Tales pro- ram at 10 a.m. Jan. 3 in the SCCF auditorium. Cost of the program is 5 per adult with SCCF members and children can enjoy the program ? tZ) free of charge. 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"Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge Center 4 Life Tarpon Bay Explorers is the licensed concessionaire of the J.N. "Ding" Darling The Center 4 Life is located at 2410 Library Way. National Wildlife Refuge, providing low impact recreational and educational oppor- For more information, call 472-5743. tunities to the public under contract with the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service. • Standup Paddle Board Tour of Tarpon Bay: Join a Paddlefit Certified 8 a.m. - Happy Hour Fitness on Monday Wednesday, Friday Naturalist to leam the basics of standup paddleboarding while you tour the 8 a.m. — Power Hour Fitness on Tuesday, Thursday Taipon Bay estuary. Get a birds eye view as you stand aboard these stable boards. 9 a.m. - Happy to be Fit for Life: Monday, Wednesday, Friday You'll leam all about the inhabitants of the seagrass flats including fish, oysters, This class is a combination of the Happy Hour & Essential Total Fitness held dur- manatees, dolphins and birds of prey. The tour lasts 90 minutes. Tour times are ing season. It will help keep your heart, lungs and muscles strong and your brain fit with a combination of aerobics and muscle conditioning exercises. either 9 am or 1:30 pm. All skill levels welcome but participants must be at least 13 years of age and weigh at least 90 pounds. The above classes are free for Rec Center members, or $3.50 per class for Island Seniors, Inc. members and $6 per class without any membership. Please bring your Rec • Aquarium and Touch Tank: Get to know our local marine life during an Center membership card to the class to participate. Island Seniors, Inc. annual member- interactive touch tank presentation with a marine biologist. Discover first-hand the ship is $20. creatures beneath the surface, including conchs; sea urchins, seastars, horseshoe crabs 9:30 a.m. - Essential Total Fitness on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and more. Presentations are daily at 11 a.m., 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. 9:30 a.m. - Gentle Yoga with Kris Brown on Tuesday, Thursday • Kayak Trail Tour: A great introduction to Tarpon Bay and the coastal envi- 11 a.m. - Chair Yoga on Tuesdays beginning Nov. 27 ronment. Kayak with a naturalist through the mangrove forest along the 1 p.m, - Bridge For Fun: Monday and Wednesday Commodore Creek water trail. Leam about the rich back-bay ecosystem and the 1 p.m. — Hand & Foot: Tuesday wildlife that lives there. You'll be surrounded by redmangroves , wading birds, and unsurpassed peace and quiet All ages and skill levels welcome. Tour times are 8:30 1 p.m. - Mah Jongg: Thursday a.m., 10 a.m., 11:30 am. or 1 p.m. • Sunset Rookery Paddle: As the sun goes down, paddle to the Rookery Discover Florida Daytrips Islands and see hundreds of birds return to roost for the night. The paddle lasts 2 and • Take a daytrip Jan. 17 to Davie, Fla., where you will enjoy the Flamingo Garden and a half hours. lunch. There will be a guided gardens tour, wildlife encounter show, narrated tram tour • Nature and Sealife Cruise: See wildlife up close while cruising the tranquil and lunch at the Flamingo Garden, one of the oldest botanical gardens in the south and waters of Tarpon Bay during Nature and Sea Life Cruises. With a naturalist by your includes more than 3,000 tropical and sub-tropical plants. Transportation is included for side, discover manatees and dolphins and observe amazing bird life on the rookery $69 to members and $79 to non-members. Fort Myers pick up for this trip is at 8 a.m. islands. And don't forget the popular breakfast and evening cruises, too! • Refuge Tour: Join a naturalist aboard an open-air tram for a tour of Wildlife Drive at J. D. 'Ding' Darling through the heart of the refuge.Th e tram departs from Special Raffle 1 Wildlife Drive, the main entrance to the Refuge on Sanibel-Captiva Road. The tram Enter a special raffle for the chance to win a painting by Bea Pappas, who has been tour lasts 90 minutes and embarks daily except on Fridays. painting for 47 years and teaching for 32 years. She continues to study with artists she Tarpon Bay Explorers is located at 900 Tarpon Bay Road on Sanibel. respects and admires. Pappas is an exhibiting artist at the North Shore Art Association in Gloucester, Mass., and a signature member of International Society of Experimental For days, times and to make a reservation, call 472-8900. Artists. Tickets are $5 each or six for $25 and can be purchased at Center 4 Life's front desk. The drawing will be held March 6 at the Island Seniors Inc. annual meeting. Adventures In Paradise Cruises Departing from "G" dock at Port Sanibel Marina, Phone: 472-8443 • Shelling & Lunch Excursion: Shell the baiTier islands and stop for lunch at Sanibel Island Marina Barnacle Phil's. Complimentary chairs, umbrellas and floats. Departs at 9 a.m. 634 Yachtsman Drive. Phone: 239-472-2723 Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday. • Backwater Fishing Cruise: All fishing equipment, bait, tackle and license Sanibel Marina is located at 634 Yachtsman Drive on Sanibel Island between the will be provided. Departs at 9 a.m. daily. * Causeway and Lighthouse off Periwinkle Drive. Owned and operated by Myton Ireland since • Morning Dolphin & Wildlife Cruise: A great way to start your day! Departs 1985, it is open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily. Call 239-472-2723 for times and reservations on any of the following scheduled cruises: at 10 a.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday. • Stars and Stripes- Enjoy the waters of historic Sanibel and the Pine Island Sound while • Sealife Encounter Cruise: See puffer fish, seahorse and starfish! Florida on a sightseeing adventure. Travel from the Sanibel Lighthouse to the Back Bay Wildlife Gulf Coast University marine biologist on board for netting, observing, and areas. View Dolphin and Exotic Wildlife. Departs at 11 a.m., 1 p.m., 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. hands on fun education! Departs at 12:30 p.m. daily. Available for private bookings. Reservations required at (239) 472-2531 • Afternoon Dolphin & Wildlife Cruise: Cruise the waters surrounding • Sanibel Thriller- Cruise the waters of the Gulf of Mexico and Pine Island Sound cir- Sanibel watching for dolphins! Departs at 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday, cumnavigating the Worlds most prestigious Barrier Islands. During the narrated tour you will Thursday and Saturday. see wildlife such as Dolphins and Exotic Birdlife as well as the Historic Sanibel Lighthouse. • Sunset Dolphin & Wildlife Cruise: Enjoy a romantic sunset, watch dol- Voted the best tour on the Islands, "A must do when visiting the Islands" Reservations are phins, and experience the birds coming in to roost at night in remote sanctuary required at (239) 472-2328 islands. Complimentary soft drinks and water. Departs at 5 p.m. daily. • Rental Boats- Fish, Picnic, or sight seeing aboard 20 foot Regal deckboats, fishing boats • COMPLIMENTARY trolley pick-ups are available by reservation.Cal l available. Boats include all safety equipment. Reserve a boat at (239) 472 2531. Adventures In Paradise at 472-8443 to make reservationso r get further infor- • Pro-Fishing Guides- All equipment and license provided, Backwater and Tarpon fish- mation, also visit www.adventuresinparadise.com ing available Book at (239) 472-2723. The Week Ahead and Beyond January January January January 03 06 12 Audubon Meeting Ars Nova String Trio Tom Rush in concert Masterworks 2 - The San-Cap Audubon Society will host A classical concert featuring Ars Nova Big Arts on Sanibel presents a concert by Discovery Concert Jason Lauritsen as guest lecturer in a String Trio will be presented at 3:30 p.m. popular folk legend Tom Rush. Concert Hector Berlioz - Symphonic Fantastique timely program entitled "Recovering the at Big Arts, 900 Dunlop Rd. General begins at 8 p.m. at Schein Performance will be at 8 p.m. at Barbara B. Mann Wood Storks of Corkscrew Swamp at admission tickets are $32; Classical Hall, 900 Dunlop Rd. Performing Arts Hall and at 7:30 p.m. Jan. 7:30 p.m. at the Sanibel Community Afternoon series tickets are $109 for four 28 at The Village Church at Shell Point. House, 2173 Periwinkle Way. concerts, student/child is free with paying Tickets are available by calling the adult. Symphony Box Office at 239-418-1500 or online at www.swflso.org. oooooooooo o o © Captiva Cruises o @ © Cabbage Key/Useppa Island Dolphin & Wildlife Adventure Night Sky Astronomy cruise o On Stage Lunch Cruise cruise Captiva Cruises' naturalist identifies planets, stars and constellations, o The Herb Strauss © Choose your island destination and Spotting the Atlantic Bottlenose mythologies and mysteries, and features Schoolhouse Theater enjoy a narration on the history and Dolphin is always a highlight for visi- o o of the Milky Way Galaxy, as well as the 2200 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel wildlife along the way. Cabbage Key tors to Southwest Florida and Captiva greater universe. A truly magical way to o Phone: 472-6862 o and the Dollar Bill Restaurant is a true Cruises offers the perfect family cruise experience the night sky on the water. o Web: www.BIGARTS.org o "Old Florida" island hide-a-way. that provides the opportunity to see dol- phins playing and birds feeding in Pine Reservations for all cruises are o Q Useppa Island, with lush vegetation and © pink pathways, is the site of the historic Island Sound. required. Call Captiva Cruises at 472- o Please call the theater 5300 or go to for a list of upcoming shows Collier Inn and award-winning history o © museum. www.CaptivaCruises.com for more information and to make reservations. o © ooooooooooooooo Entertainment on the Islands Friday Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, December 28 December 29 December 30 December 31 January 1 January .2 January 3 Jacaranda David Christian. Buckeye Ken, 2 Hot, 1223 Periwinkle Way The Riverside Band The Riverside Band The Riverside Band The Riverside Band 7-11 p.m. 7-11 p.m. 7:30- II :30 p.m. 472-1771 Steve McDugal, ! Royce Allgood, Steve McDugal. Royce Allgood, RC Otter's Sam Felker, Noon-5pm Royce Allgood. Sam Felker. Noon-5pm Noon-5pm Noon-5pm Noon-5pm Noon-5pm 11596 Andy Rosse Lane Geo, 6-IOpm Noon-5pm and 6- 10pm Pat McCunc. 6-IOpm 395-1142 Frank Thomson, 6-10pm Pat McCune, 6-10pm Pat McCune, 6-IOpm Pat McCune. 6-10pm Chris Workman, Keylime Bistro Sam Felker, Noon-5 pm Marc Vee Paul Rosmus, Noon-5pm Marc Vee, Mitch Mitchcn, Frank Thomson, 11509 Andy Rosse Lane Noon-5pm Mitch Mitchem, 6-1 Opm 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Frank Thomson, 6- 10pm noon to 5 p.m. noon to 5 p.m. Noon-5pm and 6-IOpm 395-4000 Pat McCune, 6-10pm The Island Cow 2163 Periwinkle Way Perry English Diana Lynn Dan Confrey Nightly 6-9:30pm The Mucky Duck Andy Rosse Lane Buckeye Ken Gene Federico Mark Dupuy Perry English Gene FedSnco Dan Confrey 5-9pm/472-3434 Traders Danny Morgan Danny Morgan 1551 Periwinkle Way Chris Workman & Friends & Friends Tues. & Thurs. 8-11 pm Blue Giraffe 2075 Periwinkle Way Gessiey Reed 472-2525 Danny Morgan John McLane, Coconuts Poolside Casa Ybel Resort Danny Morgan 2255 W. Gulf Drive Thistle Lodge Coconuts Poolside 472-9200 Dining Room Dan Tudor Thistle Lodge Sweet Melissa's Michael David, Michael David, MichacI David, Michael David, 1625 Periwinkle Way Light acoustic Light acoustic Light acoustic Light acoustic 472-1956 jazz guitar jazz guitar jazz guitar jazz guitar George & Wendy's Boz and Bon. Sunday Branch. Seafood Grille Prime Rib $18 Karaoke Anthony Wayne. 9-12 2499 Periwinkle Way 9-12 p.m. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. 395-1263 Traditions Joe McCormick & Joe McCormick & Joe McCormick. On The Beach Dusk Duo Barbara Smith. Closed Joe McCormick Joe McCormick Marvilla Marzan 3111 W.Gulf Drive Barbara Smith Marvilla Marzan 472-4559 Sharky's Restaurant & Billiards Jay Heavilin & Friends. 1451 M.Gulf Drive jazz.7-IOpm 395-6014 Report your news to THE ISLANDER: captivasanibel.com u oc OS a. © CALENDAR Report your news to CAPTIVASANIBEL.COM •v 00 Sanibel and Captiva are in the priority reimbursement zone for BP Payouts. 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Open Everyday Thru December 31st 1614 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. 239-395-4500 Conveniently located at the Heart of the Islands • www.buniqueboutiquesanibel.com 4» Folk veteran Tom Rush to entertain at Big Arts DC CQ cu Submitted by Maureen Jesoro concert engagement to mark the 50th welcome mat out for anyone who cares to Big Arts on Sanibel presents a concert by anniversary he first graced its stage.) Signed drop by and listen in." C4 popular folk legend Tom Rush. Concert by Elektra in 1965, Rush recorded three Ticket prices include general seating tor »H © begins at 8 p.m. Jan. 12 Schein Performance albums for the label, culminating in The $37, loge for $42, and student for $15. (S Hall, 900 Dunlop Rd. Circle Game in 1968,. which included his Holiday Inn Sanibel Island Beach Resort is 00 "Rush is a gifted musician and performer signature hit. No Regrets. Rolling Stone the sponsor for Tom Rush at Big Arts. (N L< whose distinctive guitar style, wry humor credited The Circle Game with ushering in Big Arts Pop and Jazz season's line-up > A folk pioneer. Rush helped to shape the Outlaws. Music of the Movies" (March 15); and es -a folk movement's revival in the 1960s and In 2009. Rush released What I Know, his Wendy Webb at the Herb Strauss Theater u contributed to its renaissance in the 1980s first studio album in 35 years. A review by (April 1). fe and '90s. James Taylor once told Rolling Randy Lewis of The Los Angeles^ Times All shows begin at 8 p.m. at Big Arts Stone, 'Tom was not only one of my early says, "[Rush] hasn't recorded a studio albunl Schein Performance Hall, 900 Dunlop Rd., c u 'Shared Scholar Lecture' Audubon Ding Darling Bird Walk "3 The 2013 Audubon Bird to host Robin Fox Jan. 28 Walk season kicks off with its 3cs Fox will address "The Ten first bird walk Dec. 29 at the es Contributed to the ISLANDER Ding Darling Wildlife Refuge, > The 2013 "Shared Scholar Lecture" Commandments for Today" at 7 p.m. '•C Jan. 28 at the church. 2050 Periwinkle meeting at 8 a.m. in the trolley a at Sanibel Congregational United parking lot. These bird walks cs Church of Christ will feature Professor Way. A reception will follow. Christian w Science Church of Sanibel, Bat Yam - are open to the public and all Robin Fox, an anthropologist, poet and levels of experience. Refuge essayist Fox is the University Professor Temple of the Islands (Reform), St. Michael and All Angels Episcopal fees will apply. The Duck of Social Theory at Rutgers University Stamp and Federal Senior Pass * V* and the author of numerous books, Church, Captiva Chapel by the Sea and the Sanibel Congregational United are accepted. Call IJugh Verry - IF. including the recent "The Tribal at 395-3798 for details. Imagination." Church of Christ are lecture presenters. R^S. WALSH LANDSCAPING Retail Garden Center. ilM^IMamnmsGQ ajoiQffiD^ • ami < Thanks for voting us the Best Waterfront Restaurant Since 2004 www.MyParrotKey.com 3889 SANIBEL~Capt!VA RJD. 230-395-5859 2500 MAIN ST. FORT MYERS BEACH SANIBEL ISLAND WWW. ItSWALSH. COM • • ts TO n -fc. Call for volunteers at Bailey- Ol I to Matthews Shell Museum 7? Contributed to the ISLANDER TJ Anyone interested in shells, muse- 3. CL ums, education or non-profit work is X invited to participate in an orientation ft session at the Bailey-Matthews Shell O to Museum that is designed to help com- r> n munity members learn more about vol- 3 unteer opportunities. er ft Volunteers from the community play •n- a crucial role in helping The Bailey- Matthews Shell Museum educate the £ public about shells and mollusks, further ts> awareness of nature, and promote collec- 9 tion-based research about our local K> shells. During this one-hour session, Collection participants will find out more about the volunteers Tom museum's general volunteer needs and Risher and Ann in particular, about its significant initia- Moeder. tive of organizing, processing, and cata- ft BS loging our collection of more than PHOTO PROVIDED TS 115,000 lots. The shell museum will work with time, talent, and interest to B3 find the perfect fit for its volunteers to B9S The Volunteer Information Session is scheduled from 9 to 10 a.m. Jan. 18 in 5-' £L the auditorium. To RSVP by Jan. 16 or ft with questions, contact Laura o Richardson, collection manager at 239- 395-2233 ext. 16 or email at lrichard- [email protected] or Diane Thomas, public programs specialist at 239-395-2233 ext. 11 or email [email protected]. Your Island Store for Groceries • Organic Groceries Fresh Produce Queenies Homemade Ice Cream Beer and Hand Selected Wines Greeting Cards • Cigars Fully Stocked Liquor Store Sj/ie j7sfajut wisAes out residents a/iri guesls & Jfeyous t^oUc/ai/ (Season*' fi^MbftH 11500 Andy Rosse Lane, Captiva 472-2374 Sun - Thurs 8am - 6pm • Fri & Sat 8am - 8pm c V oc The Rock Pigeon so a. Introduced in North any real use for the medals. America in 1606 at Port Today, the pigeon is N Royal, Nova Scotia, by everywhere. The North well-meaning but mis- American population is so guided pilgrims, the rock enormous that there are no X N pigeon now inhabits reliable census counts. The u every major city and park Centers for Disease Control, 4i a in North America. Only which has expressed concern the northernmost tier of about the pigeon harboring u the continent, from the the West Nile Virus and the =V> Yukon Territories to deadly avian influenza Labrador, does not have (H5N1). estimates the popu- these ubiquitous birds. lation of these birds to be as € The pigeon inhabits every high as 4.6 million just in the c continent except Charlie Sobczak greater Atlanta area. Since Antarctica, where it is too the pigeon can be found in * cold for it to survive. Living every metropolitan area in When it comes to animal the country means the total populations that ride the Sanibel North American population PHOTO BY BOB GRESS £ . coattails of human popu- possibly exceeds 300 mil- lation growth, only the rat lion, making it potentially rivals the pigeon, hence the nickname the most populous bird in the United In the Know often given the pigeon, "flying rat." States. Rock Pigeon The pigeon is believed to have origi- nated somewhere in the Middle East or The pigeon breeds year, round and has (Columa //via) E Eastern North Africa and Was domesticat- a clutch size of one to three eggs. Other names: rock dove, city pigeon, pigeon 8 ed by humans 6,500 years ago. Originally adapted to nesting on cliffs, the Status: FL = increasing, IUCN = LC Cuneiform tablets from Mesopotamia pigeon has taken to nesting under bridges, Length: 11.8-14.2 in. (30-36 cm) I describe domesticated pigeons more than overpasses, buildings, stairwells, eaves, Wingspan: 19.7-26.4 in. (50-67 cm) 5,000 years ago, and their uses over the overhangs, abandoned buildings, gut- ages have been well documented. The ters — in essence, just about everywhere. Weight: 9.3-13.4 oz (265-380 g) Chinese still eat pigeons, serving them as Pigeon mortality comes from many direc- Life span: to'6 years , a "squab." In both World War I and II hom- tions. In recent years it has become a Nests: throughout SW Florida uso ing pigeons were used to communicate favorite target for peregrine falcons, Found: All Counties, coastal, near coast, mainland military intelligence across enemy lines. which are also adapting to urban centers. Months found: JFMAMJJASOND. The United Kingdom used about 250,000 Rats, feral cats, raccoons, mice, opos- pigeons during WWII, and the Dickie sums, bobcats, and anything else that can Medal of Honor was awarded to 32 hom- eat eggs and chicks feast on this prolific keep park pigeon populations in check, This is an excerpt from The Living Gulf ing pigeons for valor, not that they had bird. Some municipalities use net traps to and in a single day, tens of thousands of Coast-A Nature Guide to Southwest u these birds may be captured and eutha- Florida by Charles Sobczak. The book is O T3 nized. Because of its interaction with available at all the Island bookstores, C 65 humans, the pigeon is vulnerable to indus- Baileys, Jerry's and your favorite online trial and chemical poisoning. Mature birds sites. are sometimes trapped and used for live 55 Legion skeet-shooting practice. The .pigeon eats practically anything, P®eQ fl a©. ° Sanibel j thriving in urban centers where it is often fed by humans in parks. In the wild its O • 1 main diet consists of grains and seeds, along with occasional insects. Needless to CAiBiBA.GJE say, it will be a very, very long time before the pigeon joins the endangered species list. PIRATE CRUISE SET SAIL ON A *0-MZWUTE iWAtHBUCKLXNG SWOW * -a Reservations are Required Jlati for Cruise Times l 800-776-6171 For more information please call the Legion 239.472.9979 4249 Sanibel-Captiva Rd /so Ask about our Sunset Cruises, (Mile Marker 3) A with the purchase of \ Private Parties 6 Charters. Futl Service Bar two fares. www.Piecesof£isht.com jxattdAt Sail/Sam's v/atetliofttActvoiiure'S • SQO / /f5 6 i / 1 Come Enjoy the Food & Drinks 2'JOO Main Street • Fciit Myers Beach San-Cap Audubon to present 'Recovering the Wood Storks of Corkscrew Swamp' Contributed to the ISLANDER 1997 and a bachelor of science in animal ecology from The San-Cap Audubon Society will host Jason Iowa State University in 1993, Lauristen was the Natural Lauritsen as guest lecturer in a timely program entitled Resources Manager for Corkscrew Swamp from the fall "Recovering the Wood Storks of Corkscrew Swamp at of 2001 until becoming acting director in June of 2012. 7:30 p.m. Jan. 3 at the Sanibel Community House, 2173 Among his other responsibilities have been water Periwinkle Way. resource quality and quantity management at Corkscrew Acting Director of Audubon's Corkscrew Swamp Swamp which encompasses the nesting area of their Sanctuary in Naples, Lauritsen has long been responsible Wood Stork colony. for monitoring Wood Stork nesting at Corkscrew This is the first of nine Sanibel-Captiva Audubon lec- Swamp, which has been continuously conducted by tures to be held in 2013 at 7:30 p.m. Thursdays at the Audubon since 1958. Sanibel Community House. All are welcome to attend. The life history of the Wood Stork is uniquely adapt- Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and parking is available at the ed to historic South Florida. This species has been iden- community house as well as across Periwinkle Way in tified as an important indicator for determining ecosys- the Schoolhouse Theater parking area. A $5 donation is tem health and the progress of the Everglades Restoration appreciated with proceeds after* costs being used to pro- Program. Historically, in the rainy season, July through mote conservation on Sanibel and in Florida. November, widespread flooding connects wetlands with For additional information, call Elaine Jacobson at surface water carrying fish and other aquatic fauna allow- 239-395-1878 or visit the San-Cap Audubon Web site ing them to grow and multiply. In the dry season, at www.san-capaudubon.org. No^fember to June, surface water would slowly recede isolating fish in small depressions of water. The availability of healthy fish in these shallow pools determines the success or failure of a wood stork nesting season. Dramatic changes in the landscape of South Optimist announce Florida have led to the rapid degradation of wetlands and the wildlife that depend on them. The massive undertak- winner of drawing ing of Everglades Restoration promises to reverse some of the damages done by poor planning and .a lack of eco- Contributed to the ISLANDER logical understanding. Therefore, the Wood Stork is The Sanibel-Captiva Optimist Club announced especially suited to act as a measure of success for the Tammy Anderson of Sanibel is the winner of the restoration effort. Island Temptations drawing held Dec. 18 at the Lauritsen's lecture will examine the life history of the Sanibel Grill. Anderson won more than 20 gift cer- storks, the problems that led up to the listing of the Wood tificates to local restaurants donated by Sanibel and Stork as endangered and what needs to be done to recov- Captiva food establishments. All proceeds are used to er the Wood Stork in South Florida. With a master's of support the needs of local children and other local art in science education from the University of Iowa in charitable groups who also support kids' needs. Teach Those Old Dogs GREAT FOOD ^ GOOD TIMES Some | j nf Tricks! Island Restaurant ocated in the Forever Gre Lily & Co. is now accepting Estate Jewelry! Whether Shops, Cips Place, is nestle buying or selling, bring in your vintage jewelry and our team will give you the best options on your cherished pieces. Lin one of the island s most gorgeous landscape settings. Find out if those heirlooms have more value than Choose between our outdoor sentimental — Call Dan at 239.472.2888 and make garden patio or front porch. an appointment today! ^f^ Happy Nt Indoor seating and full bar are also available. We can't wait to "See Ya" at Cip's! LILY SEAFOOD • STEAK • CHICKEN • PASTA JEWELRY GALLERY SANIBEL ISLAND FULL BAR VOTED COOLEST HAPPY HOUR 4*6 PM JEWELRY STORE IN AMERICA KIDS MENU TAKEOUT AVAILABLE 520 TARPON 8AY ROAD RESERVATIONS ACCEPTED (ACROSS FROM BAILEY'S) SANIBEL. FL 33957 239-472-2888 c>f 239-472-0223 LILYJEWELERS.COM 2055 Periwinkle Way • Sanibel Island, FL • www.CipsPlace.com ISLAND FACES A Year in Review Here is a tiny reflection of 2012 on the Islands. Claudia Burns speaks on all things Osprey during the Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife's benefit hosted in January at Traditions on the Beach at the historic Island Inn PHOTO BY BILL SCHILLER 0 PHOTO BY BILL SCHILLER C.R.O.W. Board of Directors President John Schubert and C.R.O.W. Executive Director stand in front of an Osprey artwork designed by Darryl Pottorf. A protege of the late Artist Robert Rauschenberg, Pottorf's art proved less popular than his mentor's. Originally valued at more than $20,000, the price for this piece was repeatedly dropped during the auc- tion, and after consider cajoling, it went for $5,000. Island cartoonist Dave Horton beside some of his graphic artistry at OspreyFest in January. Tree at Bailey's Center is all lit up for Sanibel's Luminary Festival in December. PHOTO PROVIDED •- •• rU •. m -IT '^sr^i: * * J ?. . s v 41 ' T?. m - » A*' Trader's Restaurant won Taste of the Taste for its mini crab cakes dur- ing Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife's Taste of the Islands in November. PHOTO BY CAROL PHOTO BY CAROL ORR HARTMAN ORR HARTMAN A. J. Martignetti, Rick Bartieson and Jeff Siwicke during the Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation's Beer in the Bushes in April. • • • ISLAND FACES PHOTO BY CAROL ORR HARTMAN The San-Cap Chamber of Commerce's Visitor's Center celebrates 50 years of service in February; above are Ric Base, Chamber President; Vice-Mayor Mick Denham, Barb Harrington, Sanibel Mayor Kevin Ruane, Francis Bailey, Mike Billheimer, Ellen Lai and County Commissioner Ray Judah PHOTO BY SHANNEN HAYES "Bagzilla" made an appearance during Earth Day at J.N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge in April. Linda and Tom Uhler during SCCF's Beer in the Bushes in April. PHOTO BY CAROL ORR HARTMAN PHOTO BY SHANNEN HAYES Harriet and Bruce Pattison of Sanibel show their American spirit during the Fourth of July Parade. Bill Hurley enjoys a slider from Blue Giraffe dur- Gramma Dot's was voted People's Choice during PHOTO BY SHANNEN HAYES ing CROW's annual Taste of the Islands in Just one of the many floats during the Fourth of November CROW's Taste of the Islands in November. July parade ® in 01 The old year gives advice to the new year 8P CU Old man 2012 is on the you will be old before your you will preside over a new and mighty way out and tiny-newborn time. year. Let your youth prevail and sweep tiU Please present Palled Pork • Ribs this ad and receive Smoked Half Chicken 10% OFF your total bill Home Made BBQ Sauces Nat la lie combined ukitli any other olten or promotions. (5 Flavors to Choose From) Eipues 1 4 13 TAKE OUT • FREE DELIVERY ROYAL^SHELL 239-395-9! 11 2496 Palm Ridp'Road'^Sanibel island, Florida • • Anodation Manogeirtnut Pruprity Mminiffttifiii Commortinl leasing Profwity Watch 239.472.3010 • 239.472.1023 Plaid Tidings tickles the funny bone Ho! Ho! Ho! 1990 by play- have been sent back one last "Hey There", "Fever", gift were John Ramsey's delivery ffe! Ha< Ha! Tee wright Stuart time to sing for their audience, wrapped in a neat package of the sad yet selfless tale of Hee, Hee! Ross; and telling fulfilling their greatest dream; dressed in holiday finery, and the put upon, and shunned Giggle, giggle, the story of Jinx that was the plot of "Forever tied with a big bow on top. Our "Rudolf the Red Nosed giggle, that's (Michael Lo Plaid", in this holiday adapta- holiday gift is a "Plaid-erized" Reindeer;" a yarn about turn- what you'll be B a 1 s a m o ) , tion the play brings the fab Christmas wrap of standards, ing lemons into lemonade, or doing, all during Frankie (John four back to dress the show in from "Let It Snow", "Mr. in this case, turning a shiny the hilarious, Ramsey), Sparky its Christmas finery. The hilar- Santa", "Jingle Bells" (with proboscis into a beacon of holiday romp (Matthew ious heavenly quartet return real bells) to an audience par- light and hope. Then lickety currently delight- Schmidt) and with their tightly staged 50's / ticipation Christmas Calypso split Ramsey is off on another ing the audi- Smudge (Robby 60's equally tightly harmo- jingle, sung to the tune of fable about "big brother" ences, while tick- m May), four nized blast from the past, a "Matilda". And speaking of watching every move you ling their funny singers on their swingin' singin' rendition of audience participation a daring •make in his take on "Santa young, male audience member, bones, at the Marsha Wagner way to their first musical hits, so popular at that Clause Is Coming To Town," Herb Strauss big break per- time. named Chance got high marks just think of the implications Theater titled formance when In this wonderfully wacky for his participation, a ring- a- of "he knows when you are "Plaid Tidings: Center tragedy strikes" in holiday version Directed by ding, bing, bong, bell ringing sleeping, knows when you're Forever Plaid." Stage the form of a Michael Stanek, we get a nos- mission to the tunes of "Carol awake, knows when you've The four school bus-full of talgic holiday extravaganza of the Bells" and "Joy to the been good or bad, so be good "plaid lads" are offering a hol- Beatles fans. The bus collides utilizing the very best of World." Real Cool, Chance! for heaven's sake." (I guess iday edition of the off- with the singer's car and they "Forever Plaid" ("Sixteen There are a whole sleigh the Santa-nistas will getcha if Broadway hit musical revue, are dispatched instantly to the Tons", "Sha-Boom", "Besame load of highlights in this holi- you don't watch out). "Forever Plaid" written in heavenly chorus, but wait, they Mucho", "Mambo Italino", day-happening, some standouts Advice From page 50 Mother Nature. But you can get people to understand Humans greet us every New Year's day and love us as arthritis will set in, you will no longer shave your long the importance of time — how to use it and value it. they love their own children. For on that first day of beard, your hair will be fully white and you will be You're a custodian not an implementer. All you can the year, we're children, too. So let's not disappoint. coming to the end. do is give them twenty-four hours a day for twelve Remember this sobering thought. At the end of "Tell them not to waste what you and I have given months and it's up to them what they do with it. March, you will already have lived 25% of your life." them. Tell them to love each other, help each other -Remember, that's your only job but a very important 2013 stopped pacing. "Does it really go that and slay connected. If you do that then maybe, just one. Time does go quickly. Heck, I'm only a year old quickly? In three months I will go from newborn to maybe, the world will be a better place." but feel so ancient: Yes, they call me Father Time, but °25 percent of my life? " With that old man 2012 heaved another deep sigh, I wasn't aware twelve months ago that Father Time "Yes, said 201"2, "You will go from New Year handed the baton to the little guy and began to trudge could "have arthritis in all his joints. You are now baby to Uncle Time and finally to Father Time. By- off. Father Time, even though you're a baby. September, you will be old and wise and will become "But as humans know, time passes all too quickly. a lame duck year by November. By December, the Captiva Erosion Prevention District Notice of 2013 Public Meetings The Captiva Erosion Prevention District announces the following meetings JSANIBEL for 2013. All persons are invited to attend. All Regular Board Meetings will be held at Tween Waters Inn, 15951 Captiva Drive, Captiva, Florida. All Board Briefing Meetings will be held in the office of the CEPD, 11513 Andy STEAKHOUSE Rosse Lane, Unit 4, Captiva, Florida. (Board Briefing Meetings may be MUME STEAKS • SEAFOOD canceled if no quorum exists.) 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S189.005 (1) (1983); S286.0105 (1983) Hz>a went Captiva prepares for renowned poet Mary Oliver Submitted by Kharli Rose From seeking friendship in stars to comparing bones to souls, Mary Oliver is known for her poetic imagery and earthen descriptions. She gives the wind a feeling and the sea a voice, keeping people in touch with and curious about nature. "Everything she writes just kind of makes you think of the whole uni- verse," said Captiva resident Susan Stuart. "She paints pictures with her words and I don't think anybody else does it in the same way she does." Stuart is excited to hear the acclaimed poet read from her body of work during the Rachel Carson Distinguished Lecture at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 8. at St. Michael & All Angels Church on Sanibel Island. "Mary Oliver's writing epitomizes - > 0. the art of simple pleasures," said Captiva Memorial Library Manager Anne Bradley. Though she knew of Oliver's iconic status, Bradley was unfamiliar with her poetry style before learning about the Lecture, which is an u annual event for the Center for A Thousand Mornings was pub- V •o lished in October of 2012. SKI 8 t x : ~ cs 1523 Periwinkle Way : - SANIBEL Sanibel Island t - m 472-7770 OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK FISH HOUSE 11 AM to 10 PM www.thefishhouserestaurants.com FRESH LOCAL SEAFOOD H » ». F NFL PACKAGE PHOTO PROVIDED - :• i M ' Captiva Memorial Library Manager Anne Bradley displays books by Mary 2 I ; ; DAILY HAPPY HOUR 3-6 PM Oliver that are available through the Lee County Library System. •f: $ H Environmental and Sustainability anticipated event. Stuart was among 3 a H v i s - " 1 Food & Drink Specials Education at Florida Gulf Coast many disappointed fans unable to expe- BLOODY MARY SPECIALS ALL DAY JAN 1st University. rience Oliver's reading last year but is "I was really unaware of the depth delighted to see and hear her in 11 until I really sat down and read the February. "I have heard her three of poetry," she said. four times in fairly recent years so this More than ten of Oliver's books and will be one more treat, not only for me, nearly 100 publications with her work but for everyone that can squeeze in," can be requested from Captiva she said. Memorial Library or from any library The Lecture is free and open to the throughout the county. Because of this public, but seats will be reserved for accessibility, Bradley has now read contributors to the Ninth Annual PINNER SPECIALS more of Oliver's poetry and "Look and Fundraising Celebration, which takes See" is one of her favorites. It can be place February 9 from 5:00 to 8:00 found in Why I Wake Early, which is p.m. at the Sanibel Island beachfront 5pm - 10pm also available through the Lee County home of Peter and Mallory MONDAY - BBQ RIBS Library System. Haffenreffer. This is a major fundrais- T :! • ' - P Oliver's appearance for last year's ing event for the Center and helps to i Z&m i TUESDAY - SHRIMP FEST lecture was cancelled due to her serious further its sustainability initiatives WEDNESDAY - SUSHI FEATURING AUNG illness, but she recently published A locally and globally. Invitations for the Thousand Mornings and her next book event weekend will be mailed in early THURSDAY - SNOW CRAB of poems, Franz Marc's Blue Horses, January to Center members. If you FRIDAY - FISH FRY will be forthcoming in the fall of 2013. would like an invitation or would like to Because Oliver is one of Stuart's be added to the Center's mailing list SATURDAY - LOBSTER BOIL favorite poets, she is on the Host contact the Center by email at SUNDAY - PASTA NIGHT Committee with fellow Captiva resident [email protected] or by phone at 239- Paul McCarthy to help plan for the 590-7166. H-va Trent Stilwell to lead discussion at ABWA meeting Contributed to the CURRENT The Sanibel Chapter of the American To Go: Business Women's' Association will host Sandy Stilwell as she presents What: ABWA Meeting "Entrepreneurship and Leading Others to Reach their Potential" at 5:30 p.m. Guest: Sandy Stilwell " Jan. 8 at the Sanibel Community House, 2173 Periwinkle Way. When: 5:30 p.m. Jan. 8 Stilwell, who was born and raised in Lee County, has always been self- Where: Sanibel Community employed and has sought the best in House, 2173 Periwinkle Way each of her employees, urging them to grow as she grew her own businesses. Stilwell reports many of her numerous ty. She serves on the Board of Directors employees — in her 11 businesses ~ of Florida Shoes Bank with banks in started with her at entry level positions Sarasota, Venice, Englewood and Fort and now serve in management positions. Myers; she is on the Board of Trustees She began with several hotels on Fort of Hodges University and The Resort & Myers Beach. After deciding to own a Hospitality School of Florida Gulf Coast business in a location she would want to University; she serves on Captiva vacation, Captiva Island Inn became a Community Panel; on the Board of reality for Stilwell. As she spent time on Directors of Pace Center for Girls; and Captiva, Stilwell enjoyed the charm of PHOTO PROVIDED Captiva business owner Sandy Stilwell will present "Entrepreneurship on the Board for The Salvation Army of the people and the environment. That and Leading Other to Reach Their Potential" during the Sanibel Chapter Lee, Hendry & Glades Counties. led her-to expand her business ventures of the American Business Women's Association meeting at 5:30 p.m. Jan. Additionally, Sandy is on the Gulfshore on the island. They include: Key Lime 8 at the Sanibel Community House. Bistro; RC Otters; Sunshine Seafood See STILWELL, page 53 Cafe & Wine Bar; Cantina Captiva; about her work, the people she works ' Captiva Pizza; Latte'da Coffee Shop; with and the services she provides. She Captiva Island Inn'; Celebration Center seeks to create an atmosphere that res- and Paradise Center. onates with aesthetic beauty and charms It is quite obvious that Sandy enjoys that provides a bit of interest for many NOW OPEN her entrepreneurship as evidenced in the diverse walks of life and leaves the fun names she has selected for each of patrons feeling they had a very special 6V3 dt these businesses on Captiva Island. But and unique experience. Each of her busi- never losing her roots in Fort Myers, ness accomplishes this objective. w Stilwell owns two restaurants - "I work hard and I play hard. I love Sunshine Grille and SS Hookers, open- what I do," Stilwell has said. ing soon just off the Sanibel Causeway. In addition to her many business ven- Stilwell reports that she is passionate tures, Stilwell is active in her communi- Start a new year at the library ZSRA For many folks this is an coat in the summertime, introspective time of year: and the dos and don'ts of FROZEN YOGURT dating at any age.- Add Meet Me at feisty octogenarian Mother Mary to the mix, and you OUR YOGURT • YOUR WAY Emotional Baggage have a Molotov cocktail of Claim estrogen, opinions, and by Lisa Scottoline fun. These stories will and Francesco Serritella make you laugh, cry, and "Love and guilt are thick call your mother, daughter, FREE TASTER CONES t in the Scottoline/Serritella and all your girlfriends." * household, and Lisa and Francesca's mother-daugh- Dear Chandler, INDOOR & OUTDOOR SEATING ter-turned-best-friends Ann Bradley bond will strike a familiar Dear Scarlett: A note to many. But now that At the Grandfather's Open everyday 11 am to 9pm Lisa is a suburban empty Thoughts on Faith, \ In the Bailey's Center nester and Francesca is an Library Family, and the independent 'twentysome- Things That thing in the big city, they ZebraFrozenYogurt.com have to learn how to stay close while Matter Most living apart. How does a mother's love by Mike Huckabee translate across state lines and over any "Mike Huckabee has worn many semblance of personal boundaries? hats through-out his life: pastor, politi- You'll laugh out loud as they face off cian, governor, presidential candidate, -"diet- over the proper technique for packing talk show host, rock bassist, pundit. dishes, the importance of bringing a See LIBRARY, page 54 Trentapti-v a Night Library From page 53- husband, and father. But since his first often alienated — students engaged, roll glamour, Carol harbored guilt, dis- grandchild was born, he's found that how impressively committed most appointment, and alienation, believing Before the role of grandfather is more satisfy- teachers are, and the outsized role, she'd failed her traditional, intellectual ing than just about any of the others. counseling plays in a teacher's day, Jewish parents and often feeling like an Huckabee wanted to give soniething to given the psychological burdens many outsider in the very culture she had Christmas his grand-son, Chandler, which would students carry. The book also makes helped to create. The specter of an last forever. He began drafting a series vivid how a modern high school works, unnamed illness that had claimed many of letters to Chandler recounting heart- showing Tony in a myriad of roles -. of her relatives'.lives hung over hers as* 2012 warming stories from his past and the from lecturing' on To Kill a well, and she too would face a monu- bittersweet lessons learned along the Mockingbird to 'coaching' the football mental challenge when diagnosed with Tis the night before Christmas in the way. With the birth of his granddaugh- team to organizing a talent show to breast and uterine cancer. Told in the Congressional House, ter, Scarlett, just a year later. Huckabee leading far-flung field trips to hosting distinctive voice that has charmed mil- Not a Congressman stirring, nor a was further inspired to convey his love teacher gripe sessions. A surprisingly lions of listeners for decades, Up All lobbyist louse. and wisdom...touches on the time-less poignant account...sometimes laugh- Night is a frank, funny, and inspiring The back rooms are empty, the front topics of faith, love, family, overcom- out-loud funny but is mostly filled with memoir. Offering snapshots of the rar- benches bare. ing adversity, and staying true to your hard-won wisdom and feel-good tears." efied world of pop music and the shift- Gone with the dream of repealing values in the face of failure and temp- ing social history of our times, it is as health care. tation... tells how being forced to pick much a cultural chronicle as it is one While Congressmen nestle back up pecans from the trees in his yard woman's candid and moving story." * home in their beds, taught him the value of hard work. Up All Night: My Life No visions or solutions dance in their ("We were told that if we wanted to eat and Times in Rock Radio heads. that night and sleep in a bed instead of by Carol Miller Oddly Normal One Family's The long lines they created on elec- in the yard, we'd pick up the pecans.") "The all-American chronicle of Struggle to Help Their tion night Years later he learned the real meaning radio legend Carol Miller, from her rise Teenage Son Come to Terms Backed up till Black Friday to store- of love after watching a friend care for to success in a male dominated world, with His Sexuality keepers delight. his dying wife who could no longer to the rockstars she's know along the Though the Fiscal Cliff looms a few way, to, for the first time, the private by John Schwartz recognize him. ("He loved her not "...John Schwartz, a national corre- days away because he enjoyed it or found pleasure story of her quietly waged battle with a deadly disease. As one of the nation's spondent at The New York Times, got No disaster dares shorten their holi- in it, but because he had promised that the call that every parent hopes never day. he would never leave her until death top radio DJs, Carol Miller introduced the music of Bruce Springsteen to the to receive: his thirteen-year-old son, Nor massacre of children however parted them. And here he was, keeping Joe, was in the hospital following a severe. that promise, faithful to the end.") Like New York airwaves, was on a first- name basis with Sir Paul McCartney, failed suicide attempt. After mustering Can keep them in session to legislate his bestseller A Simple Christmas... a the courage to come- out to his class- here. deeply personal, heartfelt, inspirational dated Steven Tyler, and has been rec- ognized by the Rock and Roll Hall of mates, Joe's disclosure - delivered in Yet even had they stayed to every- book that can be enjoyed by anyone..." a tirade about homophobic attitudes - one's surprise. Fame. Her on-air approach and singu- lar voice have influenced the sound of was greeted with dismay and confusion They would STICK TO THEIR by his fellow students. Hours later, he GUNS and not compromise! rock radio for more than four decades, I'd Like to Apologize to and her satellite and syndicated Get the took an overdose of pills. Additionally John and his wife, Jeanne, found that Tis the night before Christmas in our Every Teacher I Ever Had: Led Out programs are heard nation- wide. In Up All Night, Carol spins the their son's school was unable to re-financed house, My Year as a Rookie Teacher address Joe's special needs. Angry and A few crumbs left over for me and entertaining, moving, and revealing at Northeast High story of her life and times in rock radio frustrated, they initiated their own my spouse, search for services and groups that by Tony Danza and beyond. A nice Jewish girl from We're dining on food stamps this "Television, screen and stage star could help Joe understand that he was- Christmas night Queens, Carol was supposed to be a Tony Danza's absorbing account of a doctor or, at the very least, a lawyer. n't alone...Schwartz's very personal While the world waits for Congress year spent teaching tenth-grade English attempt to address his family's own to turn on the light But hearing a doo-wop trio in the alley at Northeast High -- Philadelphia's under her window changed the direc- struggles within a culture that is chang- And for Santa to come with his largest high school with 3600 students. ing fast, but not fast enough to help gay sleigh and reindeer tion of her life forever: she fell in love Entering Northeast's crowded halls with popular music. As the tumult and kids like Joe...follows Joseph through And wish us Merry Christmas and a in September of 2009, Tony found his childhood to the present day, inter- Better New Year. excitement of the sixties rocked col- way to a classroom filled with twenty- leges across America, Carol — a biolo- weaving his narrative with common six students who were determined not gy major at the University of questions... Parents, teachers, and to cut him any slack. They cared noth- Pennsylvania - became an under- counselors will welcome crucial les- ing about "Mr. Danza's" showbiz cre- ground rock DJ at the campus radio sta- sons about helping gay kids—any kid dentials, and they immediately put him tion. Radio jobs in Philadelphia and who is different — learn how to cope in on the hot seat. Featuring indelible por- New York City quickly followed, and a potentially hostile world." * traits of students and teachers alike... Carol rose to the top of the profession. reveals just how hard it is to keep But even as she enjoyed a professional * Book jacket/publisher description today's technologically savvy - and and personal life imbued with rock and Stilwell From page 53 Life Magazine Advisory Board and is a to Reach their Potential" will begin with approach to give the audience the Joe Pacheco Trustee of the Southwest Florida Wine Stilwell providing an overview of not opportunity to have their questions Fest. only her own business development but addressed. Stilwell enjoys being informal in her of her approach to working with others Anyone interested in attending can Poetic presentations, desiring attendees have in ways that encourages the best attrib- contact Barbara Boulton, membership License the opportunity to ask questions about utes and potential of each person, chair at 239-222-97.13 or at her business style and approach. Thus, enabling him or her to expand and max- [email protected]. 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