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VOL 11, NO. 27 SANIBEL & CAPTIVA ISLANDS, FLORIDA JANUARY 9,2004 JANUARY SUNRISE/SUNSET: # 07:17 17:53 # 07:17 17:54 -ft- 07:17 17:55 & 07:17 17:56 || 07:17 17:56 #07:17 17:57 If 7:17 17:58 Broadway Support Building For Sanctuary Legend To Star Community Golf Challenge In Ballet Benefit T T Titith ththrer e roadway legend and nine-time V V remaremainini g Tony winner Tommy Tune will before the community Bgive a benefit concert for golf challenge on Gulfshore Ballet in Fort Myers on January 31 at the February 17. Tune is known to audi- Sanctuary Golf Club, ences worldwide for his acting, directing the event is shaping and choreography in Broadway hits up as even more suc^ including Seesaw, The Club, The Best cessful than the 2003 Little Whorehouse in Texas, Nine, challenge. Proceeds Grand Hotel, The Will Rogers Follies, from the 2004 tour- and My One and Only. nament will go to The The concert, sponsored by Edison Sanibel School National Bank and Bank of the Islands, Campaign to help will feature Tune and the Manhattan meet the school's spe- Rhythm Kings in what the Chicago cial capital campaign Tribune referred to as "A splashy, stylish goal or $1 million. song and dance revue, pure Broadway, "Our island commu- completely irresistible!" John Simon of nity has responded New York Magazine called "ninety min- very enthusiastically to utes you fervently wish would never end... the Sanctuary's deci- sion to direct proceeds as big as anything on Broadway.'" Tommy Tune A 15-piece orchestra will take the of this event to The stage with Tune and the Kings to enter- Achievement, the George Abbott Award Sanibel School tain you with 90 minutes of the best of and the Astaire Award, among others. He Campaign," reports song and dance from the '20s, '30s and has peformed for three U.S. presidents, Chuck Ketteman, '40s! This show has been dazzling audi- the Queen of England and the Royal chairman of the tour- ences worldwide from Carnegie Hall to Family of Monaco. On November 12, nament. "Many spon- Moscow's famed Hall of Columns. The 2003, Tommy Tune was invited to the sors from last year Sanibel School Principal Barbara Von Harten, Sanibel School San Francisco Examiner says that "This White House to receive the 2003 Medal have increased their Campaign Co-Chair Terry Igo, Sanctuary Community Golf is a show that sparkles with class; radiat- of Arts from President George W. Bush. level of support and we Challenge Chair Chuck Ketteman and Sanibel-Captiva Trust ing good humor; it's got glitter all through This award, sponsored by the National are attracting new Company Chairman and CEO Al Hanser ... it's a breath of fresh air, showbiz style, Endowment for the Arts, is the nation's sponsors. The Sanibel- full of grand dancing, clever choreography highest honor for artistic excellence. Captiva Trust Company is again our anchor sponsor. We are all blessed by the support and featuring magnificent tap dancing by The concert will be held at 8 p.m. in Al Hanser and his team brings to so many important activities in our community. Tune and the Manhattan Rhythm Kings." the Anderson Theatre, Santini Center for Returning major sponsors to date include Oswald Trippe and Company, Bank of the v the Performing Arts, Bishop Verot In addition to his nine Tony awards, Island, and the Island Sun. We are thrilled to have new sponsors such as Sanibel Air Campus, 5598 Sunrise Drive. For tickets, Conditioning and William E. Wilson Fine Jewelers. Hple-in-one prizes will again include Tune is also the recipient of eight Drama call 454-5200.* Desk awards, two Obie awards, Dance a car provided by Galloway Ford; adding to the excitement is the chance to win a Rolex Magazine's Award for Lifetime watch offered by Congress Jewelers." continued on page 2
haps reaching $300,000 or more if the bridge earlier this year, they recommend- have a choice," said Mayor Steve Brown City To Sue case goes to trial. The vote to sue was ed its replacement, and the Lee Board of in voting for litigation. "I'm talking about unanimous. County Commissioners (BOCC) agreed. protecting the money and the rights of the Lee County The city believes the county violated an In December it declared Section 5 of the citizens." Interlocal Agreement by choosing not to Interlocal Agreement null and void. There Sanibel plans to file for an injunction to Over Causeway rehabilitate the drawbridge, but instead was some question as to whether the stop new construction because of the abili- by Camille Kucaba replace it with a high, fixed structure. BOCC'-s decision was a quasi-judicial one; ty of-Span A to be rehabilitated, Cuyler Section 5 of the Interlocal Agreement, if so, Cuyler said the city has only a 30- noted. The city has been working with a ity Council Tuesday decided to sue amended in June of 2002, calls for "pro- day challenge period, putting the deadline bridge consultant, Mohsen Shahawy, and Lee County over the causeway. posed improvements" to the causeway for filing at January 15. an independent law firm, Carlton Fields, CSanibel wants to force the county to bridges based on a Preliminary Design Council and many of the residents who to determine its course of action. Cuyler keep its contractual agreement on repair and Engineering (PD&E) Report issued in attend meetings regularly long have con- said the good news is that the bridge is and rehabilitation of the drawbridge. 2001. tended that the county has not maintained safe, according to Shahawy, but it may The cost of litigation will be high, After the county's consulting engineers the causeway bridges properly. not be in the future. warned City Attorney Ken Cuyler - per- reevaluated the condition of the bascule "We have an obligation. It's not like we continued on page 4 A From page 1 with great food, a wonderful, challenging golf course, a fun format, and our unique heli- copter drop raffle. Last year's winner took home around $1,300! We just started adver- § Support Building tising and promoting the event and have already sold out two-thirds of the field. So, anyone interested in playing in this four-person scramble should waste no time in calling the Sanctuary Pro Shop at 472-6223. Individuals or companies interested in sponsor- ship opportunities should call, Chuck Ketteman at 395-9628."$: Tour Vote Is Your Voice' elanie Reed and Vicki Collins of the Lee County Supervisor of MElections office brought the com- munity awareness program, United We Stand, to City Council Tuesday. The non-profit, non-partisan program is designed to promote voter participation in all elections. The women gave a demonstration of the county's new iVotronic touch screen voting system. "There's been apathy, so we're trying to get the excitement back and get people involved in their local government," noted Reed and Collins. The iVotronic system was chosen because it's easy to use and Barbara Von Harten, Sanibel School principal, Chuck Ketteman, chair of the Sanctuary also ADA approved for use by the dis- Community Golf Challenge, and Terry Igo, school campaign co-chair visit the soon-to- abled. It offers voters a chance to review Vicki Collins demonstrates Lee County's be-completed media room. their ballot choices prior to pushing the new iVotronic touch screen voting system final "vote" button. It also provides for a The Sanibel School Campaign seeks to raise over $ 1 million to properly outfit the "paper trail:" at the end of the day, new school facilities under construction. With over half of this goal still to be achieved, modem counts must match the votes DISCHARGE OF WASTE the Sanctuary Community Golf Challenge will be a big help. "I can't tell you how excit- recorded on a tally tape, they explained. ed we are to have the Sanctuary Golf Club support our campaign through this tourna- The discharge of sewage, Reed and Collins plan to give their pre- solid waste and oil is prohibited ment," said Barbara Von Harten, school principal. "Many Sanctuary members have sentation to over 70 groups by the end of already been extremely supportive and this added step is a real boost." January and will return to Sanibel on in Sanibel city waters. Ketteman is cautious about predicting proceeds from the 2004 golf challenge. "We February 25.* Marine Environment Regulations Brochure Available At raised over $40,000 last year in our inaugural event and hope to increase the amount, Sanibel City Hall, 800 Dunlop Road. perhaps significantly, this year," he commented. "We also expect to have a terrific time
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Certificate Of Excellence - approved a counter offer of Of New Year $339,000 for purchase of the Dobbs by Camille Kucaba property leading to creation of a commu- nity park adjacent the Sanibel Community ack to its full complement of mem- House on.Periwinkle Way. bers with the return of the recuper- - agreed to begin selling reclaimed Bating Mayor Steve Brown, Council water at the current rate pending the out- tackled a relatively full agenda at its first come of a rate study yet to be done. meeting of the new year: - waived impact fees for the - held a first reading on a proposed Woodhaven below market rate housing ordinance amendment to the Land project. Development Code relating to vegetation. - learned that garbage collection has Long debated and finally approved by the resumed during the day at many island Planning Commission in 2003, the so- condominium complexes with the use of called "veggie" ordinance is scheduled for smaller trucks which meet causeway second reading and public hearing weight restrictions. City Manager Judie Tuesday, February 17, beginning at 9:30 Zimomra also reported that the city's a.m. hauler, Florida Recycling Services, Inc., is - voted down (3-2) proposed amend- selling its outstanding stock to Capital ments to the Sanibel Charter which would Environmental Resources, Inc., aka Waste reduce from 25 to 10 percent the number Services of Florida, of signatures required for initiative or refer- endum petitions and require that initiative Friendly Faces (I to r) Debbie Smith, Linda Davidson, Mayor Steve Brown, Finance Department Director ordinances adopted by majority vote only Renee Lynch, Charmaine Yeadpn, Keith Szyperski, Karen Gudellaand Sharon Gibson be repealed or amended by a majority vote of the electorate. Luncheon - extended the expiring terms of two or the 17th straight year, the City of Sanibel Finance Department has received he next Friendly Faces luncheon the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) Certificate of Planning Commission members to January will be held at noon on Tuesday, 27. Council scheduled discussion on the FAchievement of Excellence in Financial Reporting. TJanuary 13. For reservations and The award, presented at Tuesday's City Council meeting by Linda Davidson of the future of the Commission and how to directions, please call Charlene Timothy GFOA, is "the highest form of recognition in the area of governmental accounting and improve it for the January 20 regular at 472-5187 ext. 222.^ meeting. No date Was set for a joint financial reporting, and its attainment represents a significant accomplishment by a gov- Council/Commission session. ernment and its management." 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From page 1 Sanibel would realize distribution of the repairing the pile caps and all damaged the entrance to the causeway. The facility funds which would have been used for piles with structural encasements and will continue to offer three lanes on, one City To Sue debt service payments on new construc- adding scour protection around the critical lane off, with the possibility of adding a Replacing damaged teams in various tion bonds. piles - "all with a minimum of disruption second lane off in the future. segments of the drawbridge is "a distinct Spans B and C of the causeway will of traffic." He estimated the cost at $4.6 No decision has been reached on pier possibility" and can be done with prefabri- not be the subject of the litigation since million, including $1 million for rehabilitat- design for the new bridges, and only cated materials, possibly using new carbon the city already agreed with the county's ing the steel bascule structure. "This com- designs that meet both cost and timetable fiber composite wraps. Construction decision to replace those two structures. pares very favorably with the $18 million parameters are being considered for the could be completed in "two to three However, Cuyler said the county appar- you are planning to spend on a new fixed bridge, he reported. "We are contin- weeks" working at night on one lane at a ently failed to separate out the bonds bridge," his statement continued. uing to move forward. "# time, Cuyler reported Shahawy said. All intended to finance the fixed bridge and Speaking from the audience, Richard work would be done from underneath the therefore may have all the bonds subject- Strong told Lubetkin: "You're either a bridge so as not to disrupt traffic, and the ed to the city's challenge. Designs for bid- bridge engineer, licensed and current, or Sewer Contractor cost was estimated at under $6 million. ding B and C are expected to be ready by you don't know what you're talking Cuyler said the city's litigation will chal- the end of this month & about." Restoring West lenge the county's right to issue bonds to . The city is challenging the county's pay for the reconstruction of the draw- decision to replace Span A with a 70-foot- Gulf And Area bridge since the reconstruction is being Engineer high fixed bridge, hoping instead to retain done "under breach of agreement." He the drawbridge and preserve the island's Streets Resume also said the city plans to file for damages Promotes ambience. of "above $2 million." Consulting engineers originally said it otice has been received by the It's been estimated that the city is los- Drawbridge "could be rehabilitated indefinitely," noted City of Sanibel's sewer contractor, ing $800,000 to $900,000 in toll rev- Council member Judy Workman. But Paul NUnited Engineering Corporation, enues and another $800,000 to Rehab Wingard, deputy director of the Lee that the work to restore the paved $900,000 in overweight fees. Between County Department of Transportation, streets disturbed as part of the sewer ^February 9 and October 16 of last year, by Camille Kucaba told Council Tuesday that "specific struc- construction in the West Gulf Drive area resumed January 6, The duration is "expenses of nearly $1.2 million were f the drawbridge is in a perilous state, tural elements" can't be rehabilitated. He incurred due to causeway weight restric- cited the consultants' reevaluation of the expected to be two weeks. The work will then rehabilitation is the quicker - and continue at the western end of West tions. cheaper - way to fix the problem, bridge in May and their recommendation I to replace it. "Seven spans in particular Gulf Drive and is proceeding east. Each If Span A was rehabilitated, Cuyler said according to one Sanibel resident. were of concern," Wingard said, adding paved subdivision will be addressed as "Why play Russian roulette with the the work progresses. Sanibel CityCouncil safety of the structure when it is not nec- that consultants concluded it was not eco- nomically viable to rehab the three The restoration will require laying Meets the first and third Tuesday of essary?" asked Bernie Lubetkin, a profes- approximately 600 tons of asphalt per every month at 9 a.m. at City Hall, 900 sional engineer who said he has 50 years bridges. "We must look at a total life cycle cost - over a 75-year period," he said. day. Due to Lee County's current weight Dunlop Road; phone 472-3700. All experience in the design and construction restrictions on the Sanibel Causeway, the meetings are open to the public. of marine concrete structures. Wingard also reiterated that the bridge is safe so long as speed and weight restric- asphalt paving will occur between 2 a.m. In comments prepared for the Lee and noon. Next regular meeting Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) tions are followed. "We continue to inspect monthly, and we'll repair as need- Traffic will be restricted during restora- Tuesday, January 20,9 a.m. and read at Tuesday City Council meet- tion to one lane, with a flagging operation ing, Lubetkin proposed a rehabilitation ed to keep in a viable condition." Complete agendas are available at the Council wants the county to produce at night. plan requiring "the minimum permit time, For further information, or if you have City Web site: the minimum engineering time, a much the cost analysis used in making the deci- www.mysanibel.com sion to replace rather than rehabilitate the questions, contact the City of Sanibel shorter bid and award time and only seven Utilities Department at 472-1008.* A copy also is posted on the bulletin months in construction time." drawbridge. According to City Attorney board outside City Hall. Agendas sub- Stating that the bascule bridge is in per- Ken Cuyler, there was "never an analysis ject to amendment. ilous condition with the piles liable to be to begin with." undermined during the next major storm, Wingard also told Council the DOT has You may send email to: Lubetkin suggested replacing the concrete abandoned the concept of "reverse tolls" [email protected] deck and girders in the 13 critical bays, once the new toll facility is completed at
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Although Liljequist referred Back on Deep economic boost to the community iof a The Cella report is intended to answer to the deep water port as a side issue, it D deep water port would be preemptjed by criticism over the county's decision to was the Save our Bay group that raised CO the issue initially and has communicated Water Port the environmental problems and negative build the high, fixed bridge. Opponents Z land use impact, which would be in direct have been attempting to convince county concern to both Lee County and the U.S. Allegations conflict with the single family neighbor- commissioners that they made a decision Coast Guard. The Save Our Bay group was organized in response to the county's by Jim George hoods that will continue to be the pre- that is detrimental to the environment dominant land use in Cape Coral, poth "The county is throwing up a smoke decision to construct the high bridge ee County government has been the Cape Coral City Council and the Lee screen with this report," said Jon rather than rehabilitate the existing draw- bridge, which the group maintains is the the recipient of verbal grenades Board of County Commissioners vigor- Liljequist, spokesman for the Save Our -o Lduring the past couple of months ously opposed the 1983 proposal |on the Bay (SOB) group on Sanibel. "The issue is most logical choice, both environmentally over concerns that the decision to con- grounds that it was inconsistent with the bigger boats and what they do to the and economically. struct a fixed, high span bridge on the Comprehensive Plan, according tq the water quality. This is strictly an environ- Bay water quality has been a hot topic Sanibel Causeway will lead to the devel- Cella report. i mental and ecological issue - it's about for the past several years since the South opment of a deep water port in the As almost an aside, the report water quality in the bay." He went on to Florida Water Management District began Caloosahatchee River. The Lee addressed the concerns about bridge clos- say that many commercial ships don't making continuous fresh water releases Department of Transportation fired its ings due to high winds and made the need 40 foot depths and 400-foot-wide from Lake Okeechobee down the own salvo in response this past week in point that based on actual documentation channels or a deep water port to come in Caloosahatchee to Pine Island Sound in the form of a nine page document of storms since 1982, bridge andioadway the bay and churn up the water and the face of a chorus of criticism from envi- designed to blunt such arguments. In the closings are not based exclusively pn wind destroy sea grass. Liljequist added that ronmental groups.^ release from its public relations consul- speeds. Critics have alleged that high they are concerned that gross tonnage of tant, Cella and Associates, the county said that such a consequence (a deep water port following the construction of the bridge) would be "difficult to impos- sible" because it "would not only pose a daunting environmental challenge to permit but would be economically astro- nomical." The document pointed out the hurdles that such a project would encounter, which include channel ROLEX depth, channel width, bridge clearances, ship dimensions and land zoning, The width of the existing channel in the bay is 90 feet A navigable channel for a seaport here, for example, would require dredging a 14-mile, 400-foot-wide channel to a depth of 28 to 40 feet, the document said. Although the channel at the drawbridge is 20 to 25 feet deep, the depth near Cape Coral, where critics have suggested a port would be located, is only two feet. As a comparison of the potential costs involved, the Port of Jacksonville was cited where the cost to dredge a 14-mile channel only an addi- tional two feet deeper (from a depth of 38 feet to 40 feet) was $31.6 million. This would extrapolate into hundreds of millions of dollars if done locally to the depths required. The report went on to say that if federal funds were used to pay for the dredging of a new channel, then the project and the expenditure of funds would require approval of the U.S. Congress. Although this seems to be an intimidating requirement, the fact is that Congress approves all federal funding as a matter of course. The report quoted statistics on a vari- ety of Florida seaports from Pensacola to yster Perpetual Yacht-Master Miami that included bridge spans (where applicable), vertical and horizontal clear- Shown in 18kt yellow gold with a special ance, channel depth and channel width. time-lapse bezel and Oysterlock bracelet. Water depth on average for the channels was 35 to 40 feet. Pressure-proof to 330 feet. Available in stainless Also cited were sections of the Cape steel with platinum time-lapse bezel. Coral Comprehensive Land Use Plan which indicated that a deep water port would, in fact, be beneficial to the growth not only of Cape Coral but throughout Southwest Florida. It went on to say that the developers of Cape Coral had not set aside land for essential public or private facilities such as a deep water port. The Lee County Port Authority had actually asked for proposals for such a facility in Sanjbel Island • 239-472-4177 ^ Bonita Springs • 239-992-4666 ^ Key West • 305-296-5885 I 1983 (to be known as Port i - . '• Caloosahatchee). "However, the great i Rolex,"%, Oyster Perpetual,• Oysterlock'and Yacht-Master are trademarks. majority of Cape Coral's waterfront is either developed or designated as state blasting in the Winkler Road Extension canoe launches. Good Wheels area, but not expand the moratorium to Causeway Design - Approved a Lee County other unincorporated areas. The Winkler $589,240 contract amendment with Funding/Blasting Road Extension moratorium is for 90 days Hardesty & Hanover to change their ini- Completes 9,000- while county attorney's draft ordinance tial engineering and design contract Public Hearing Set options to further limit blasting or prohibit (approved January 2003) for rehabilitating Acre Flint Pen he Board of Lee County altogether. The emergency ordinance to the drawbridge span of the Sanibel Commissioners approved (all votes be considered next week would last Causeway to a bridge replacement design, Acquisitions through May 1. were unanimous) the following in accordance with the County submitted by Pete Winton, T Commission's action last fall to replace the items during its regular weekly meeting. Lehigh Roads - Voted to take jurisdic- Assistant to the County Manager, They are: tion and maintenance of Abrams and drawbridge with a fixed span. Lee County Administration Good Wheels - Approved up to Centennial boulevards in Lehigh Acres Babcock Ranch - Agreed to hold a $205,000 for Good Wheels to meet pay- from the East County Water Control "charette" with non-profit public- and pri- fter 12 years, Lee County has roll and expenses through the end of District. The reads require repairs and vate-sector entities to raise awareness completed the voluntary acquisi- February so it can continue to provide improvements of about $550,000 to about the possible purchase and preserva- Ations of the Flint Pen Strand por- county ADA transportation service and bring them to county standards and allevi- tion of the Babcock Ranch and the envi- tion of the Corkscrew Regional services through the coordinated ate flooding issues. The county and district ronmental possibilities for that land. Ecosystem Watershed (CREW) in south- Transportation Disadvantaged Program. will split this cost 50-50. Details have not been finalized. em Lee County. In the meantime, the Clerk of Courts will Tourism/Arts Funding - Approved a Single-Member Districts - Unanimously The Flint Pen Strand comprises about perform an audit to determine any short- $100,000 contribution to develop The opposed a bill by state Rep. Bruce Kyle to 15,000 acres of the 60,000-acre fall in rates paid for ADA trips under the Arts and Attractions Fund (AAF) - a pri- change the County Commission to single- Corkscrew Regional Ecosystem contract with the county and recommen- vate/public partnership between the member districts and urged those with Watershed, of which the county's Division dations for resolving the funding issue. Alliance for the Arts and the Tourist views about the subject to voice their opin- of County Lands has acquired about Based on the findings of the audit, county Development Council, Southwest Florida ions at the next county Charter Review 9,000 acres. staff will prepare a recommendation for Community Foundation and City of Fort Committee meeting, Thursday, January 8 The county did the acquisition primari- the board to consider options for resolving Myers. The fund will offer grants for mar- at 6 p.m. ly through parcels of five acres, entailing the problem, including increases in rates keting and visitor enhancement projects to Beach Access - Withdrew an agree- more than 400 different ownerships. to all participating entities in the coordi- local arts, attractions and cultural entities. ment with Pink Shell Resort to swap land Special recognition goes to County Lands nated system (not just the county's ADA Also approved a $52,500 for the Edison- for a beach access walkway due to prop- Acquisition Program Manager Robert portion), re-negotiation of the contract Ford Estates marketing. Both are tourist- erty description issues in the legal adver- Clemens, who handled the numerous rates, going back to the market with a tax funded projects approved by the TDC. tisement. The county will re-advertise and negotiations. Request for Proposals for the service, tak- Greenway Design - Awarded a consul- take up the matter at a later date.$ In all, about $14.3 million was spent ing the service in-house, or others. tant contract with David M. Jones Jr. and for the 9,000 acres. The majority of the Blasting - Scheduled a public hearing Associates for $263,239 to design the property amassed has now been conveyed for next Tuesday (January. 13) to consider Ten Mile Linear Park. The proposed to the South Florida Water Management an emergency ordinance that would lower greenway would run from Hansen Street District for management as the district development blasting levels from .5 to .3 in Fort Myers to Mullock'Creek south of continues its acquisition activities in south peak particle velocity. In December, the Alico Road and on into Estero Bay. 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Ijfie Louvre LARGEST SELECTION OF PRODUCTS! PAUL MITCHELL • BED HEAD • BIOLAGE NIOXIN • MATRIX • OPI • REDKEN AND MORE! Sanibel Beauty Salon & Nail Department (239) 472-1111 • (239) 395-2022 Molnar Electric, Inc. Quality Lighting & Ceiling Fans 53 years of complete & professional hair & nail care for the entire family. Indoor & Outdoor Lighting Design Services 2244-15 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Square • 472-9473 Sanibel's First & Finest... In Bailey's Shopping Center zation to coordinate the land acquisition, sells property for Lee County Govern- land management, and public use of the ment. Some of its most common func- 60,000-acre Corkscrew Regional tions are negotiating the purchase of such Ecosystem Watershed. This watershed things as Conservation 20/20 properties, straddles Lee and Collier Counties and right of way for road and utility projects, provides aquifer recharge, natural flood and facilities such as the recent purchase protection, water purification, preserva- of the SunTrust Building in downtown tion of wildlife habitat, and public recre- Fort Myers that will be used as part of the ation. Since 1990, CREW has coordinat- county's downtown government complex. ed the purchase of nearly 26,000 acres, To learn more about the CREW Land with the assistance of funding from Lee & Water Trust, visit www.crewtrust.org, or County, the South Florida Water contact Executive Director Ellen Linblad at Management District, the State of Florida, 657-2253.* the Big Cypress Basin Board, and numer- ous private donors. The CREW Land & Water Trust was Democratic the first public/private partnership The Vil approach to an ecosystem-based acquisi- Club Meeting tion project in Southwest Florida. emocratic Club at Shell Point a Where Shopping is an Art Lee County partnered with CREW in bay and river cruise fund-raiser Aboriginals: Art of the First Person 1991 to handle the acquisition of the Hint Daboard the 42-foot yacht, The Fine Tribal Art . Pen Strand, which runs from Corkscrew White Pelican, sailing from the Shell 395-2200 Road south to the Lee/Collier county line. Point Marina on the island on January There still are some acquisitions that could 17 at 3 p.m., followed by a dockside Escentials be made, however the landowners have party at disembarkation. Cost is $30 per For Bath, Body and More! not agreed to sell. person or $50 per couple. For more 472-7770 The County Lands Division buys and information, call 466-7587 .# Kirby Rambo Collections Fun & Functional Art
; 472-4944 •il; *"4}i,' Matsumoto Gallery & Frame Shop Fine Arts & Crafts 472-2941 Nanny's Traditional Children's Shoppe 472-0304 Oh Mango! Always In Contact With Fashion 472-2223 Seaweed Gallery Collective Artisans & Mermaids 395-3328 The Write Stuff Papers & Possibilities 472-8289 Why Knot Exciting & Fun Women's Clothing 472-3003 Why Knot Relax Clothes For The Relaxed Lifestyle 472-3098 • % A. -V . - .?••••. Vr-V William E. Wilson Fine Jewelry Design Original hand-crafted designs, diamonds & gems 472:8590 2340 Periwinkle Way • Sanibel • (Just East of Palm Ridge Road)
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v I Sale- 15% to 20% off Color Gem Stone Jewelry ~ Original Design Rings A GALLERY DEVOTED TO THE ROMANCE OF THE PAST Antique Diamond and Estate Je-welry Fine Sterling Silver Bracelets TIFFANY- GALLE ~ RO0KWO0D ~ PERIOD BRONZES ~ AMERICAN PAINTINGS ~ ART NOUVEAU ~ ART DECO Only the finest.. IViCCiam T.ytiCson Diamond Broker * Goldsmith • Fine Jewelry Design Captioa Island Florida (across from The Bubble Room Restaurant) • (239) 472-8442 Open Daily • 11:00 a.w. ~ 4:00 p.w. • Including Sundays I We strongly encourage all citizens of Fort ested islanders. |A Slight Indulgence Presents To Myers to attend this meeting. For more Among the topics which may be dis- information, contact NAACP President cussed: Speak At Zonta Griffin at 936-2352.O • Update on the proposed plan amendment based on feedback from the Meeting Lee County Attorneys Office. am Oakes, owner of Pam's Motor Save Our Bay • Update on the Blind Pass project City Automotive in Fort Myers, will based on the December 12 workshop. be speaking to the Zonta Club on Meeting • Discussion of a potential request for a P plan amendment to allow a taller commu- January 21. A woman in what is tradition- f you are concerned about Lee nications tower on the island .# ally a man's occupation will be discussing County's plans to replace the draw- preventive maintenance. Ibridge section, span A, of the Sanibel The program will include a brief ques- Causeway with a 70-foot-high fixed tion and answer period. span, please attend a meeting on Women's Guild The Zonta Club of Sanibel-Captiva Monday, January 12, in the auditorium meets on the first and third Wednesday of of the Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum, Luau Luncheon the month. The 7:30 a.m. breakfast buf- • 3075 Sanibel-Captiva Road, at 7 p.m. he Women's Guild of St. Isabel fet at The Dunes Golf & Tennis Club is Members of the Save Our Bay, Inc. Church will host an Island Luau open to all interested persons at a cost of board of directors will provide updates on TLuncheon for the ladies of St. $8 for nonmembers. For reservations, call actions they have initiated since the Michael and All Angels Episcopal Inge Glissman at 472-1862.* December 4 meeting. Church on Tuesday, January 27 at noon Save Our Bay's initiatives include legal, in the Parish Hall. The regular January educational and advertising efforts. Guild meeting will be held at 11:30 a.m. Get Out And For more information, visit Guests are invited to wear their most www.saveourbay.net.^ colorful caftans, mumus or other island Vote For 2004 attire and enjoy a festive atmosphere he Lee County Branch of the dominated by delicious tropical salads and NAACP January General Captiva desserts — and highlighted by the talented Membership meeting will be held Beth Traucht from Floral Artistry, who will T demonstrate flower arranging. on Thursday, January 15, at the Community Fort Myers Housing Authority All of the ladies of the parish are invit- ed to attend.- Since members are provid- Shaped like Sanibel and Captiva Commissioners Chambers located at Panel Meeting ...or both. We can customize and 4224 Michigan Avenue. The meeting ing the food for the luncheon, reserva- * I *he Captiva Community Panel will tions are necessary. Please call Brenda personalize your Island Charm will begin at 7 p.m. I holds it regular monthly meeting bangle any way you like it...show Mayor James T. Humphrey, City of Segura at 395-1895 or Carol Buckley at X on Tuesday, January 13, begin- 395-9250 by January 20 and advise somebody the charm of your Fort Myers, will be speaking on the ning at 9 a.m., at the Captiva Civic island lifestyle in a whole new way! importance of having a strong mayor whether you will bring a tropical salad or Association building, 11550 Chapin Key Lime pie.& www.aslightindulgence.com form of government versus a Lane. This meeting is open to all inter- council/manager form of government. In Bailey's Plaza • 395-4100
If you like walking, let your feet Come see..."The Cat's Meow Village" enjoy it as much as you do. Treat "Handcrafted Wooden Miniatures" them to a-pair of Mephistos soon. MEPHISTOM Featuring the Sanibel Lighthouse, Baileys & Olde Sanibel Shoppes Hanka COMFORT BY DESIGN Exclusive Customs • Sanibel Community Church (239) 395-0666 •Chapel By The Sea • Sanibel Congregational UCC 1-800-454-3008 • Old Schoolhouse Theater Treehouse Gallery • Olde Sanibel Shoppes • Ding Darling Sign 1640 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel • Shells 630 Tarpon Bay Rd, #10, Sanibel • 472-1850 in Limetree Center, across from Bank of the Islands Hairs Whats Hot ANTIQUE SHOW COOl CUTS & COLOR ON SANIBEL JAN 10 & 11 MILS Trendy Tbes Nail Art • Manicure • Pedicure • Acrylic Crystal, Paintings, China, Sterling Silver, Temporary Henna Tattoo • Body Jewelry Depression Glass, Prints, Orientals, Toys, SKIN CARE FeaturingBioelemenfs Objects de Art, Porcelains, Tools, Pottery, DUMA Tattoo Artist Elegant Glass, Jewelry, and much more. DAWN Stylist ft Many National Dealers DAMEL1E Stylist & Colorist Everything Priced to Sell APRE Braids &Waps TINA - Nail & Skin Care Specialist SANIBEL COMMUNITY HOUSE, 2173 PERIWINKLE WAY 2248 Periwinkle Way. 472-2HOT ADMISSION ONLY $4 • WITH THIS AD $3 In Sanibel Square, between The Bean and Gonntas Chocolates Saturday 10 am-5 pm A Silver Chest Show by Pete Clapp Sunday Noon to 5 pm (813)228-0038 is1 Island Seniors AARP January Bazaar Program he Island Seniors, Inc. will host the dventure! Mystery! Treasure! One ever-popular Island Seniors Bazaar ef the great successful adventure Ton Saturday, February 7, from 9 Astories of the last 20 years would a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Civic Center (old be the finding of the Atocha, long-lost library) at the comer of Palm Ridge Spanish treasure ship. Undoubtedly, many I CZ Road and Library Way. of you are familiar with Mel Fisher's • D> There will be a huge Trash 'n' lengthy search for this treasure. A mem- Treasures Sale of items donated by mem- ber of the Island Seniors was fortunate bers, a wide variety of crafts, shell items, enough to not only actually go out on one IS bromeliads, jewelry, dolls, European of the ships hunting for the treasure, but is soaps, calamondin marmalade, and much has graciously consented to share a video This Week at BIG ARTS! more. Delicious homemade baked goodies on the "Quest for Treasure." Take the will be for sale as well as hot dogs, sodas opportunity to share in this adventure and coffee . when the Sanibel-Captiva AARP group Friday, January 9,1:00 p.m. Tables are available for $15 for mem- meets on Friday, January 9, at 1:30 p.m. NEW!! Jewelry and Metal-Smithing with Pilar Baker bers and $20 for non-members. For more This will be an exciting way to start off the information, please call Yolande at new year. Saturday,"January 10, 5:30 p.m. 395-3372.* The Sanibel-Captiva AARP meets at Artist's Reception with Mary Keogh "Mary Keogh: I the Island Senior Center on Library Way off Palm Ridge Road and everyone is wel- A Retrospective" opens in the Phillips Gallery, January 7. Sanibel Resident come to attend. These AARP meetings are a pleasant way to meet fellow islanders Saturday, January 10, 8:00 p.m. Makes Dean's List as well as enjoy an informative program and participate in refreshments and fellow- The Gabrielli Trio James nna B. Khemkhajon achieved the ship. If you have any questions, call Buswell, violin; Michael Haber, honor of Dean's List in the 395-3372.* AEngineering program at University cello; Seth Carlin, piano. $30. of Miami. Currently, she is a resident of Sponsored by Northern Trust Sanibel and has been for 20 years. Anna works at Bank of the Islands during school breaks and summers.* Sunday, January 11, 4:00 p.m. Mr. David Gergen presented by The FORUM. Distinquished Scholar Lecture Series $20. Sponsored by Chico's FAS Inc. Wednesday, January 14, 3:00 p.m. I Film society "Academy Award Nomination" matinee series. * Mona Lisa's Smile (2003) . at The Island Cinema. $5 472-5UNNO866) -; Thursday,.January 15, 8:00p.m. 242/ PERIWINKLE WAV | A Gilbert and Sullivan Song NEXT TO CHEEBURGER, CHEEBURGER i Festival The Capital Opera Company *1 presents favorite selections from „ H.M.S. Pinafore, and The Mikado to I The Pirates ofPenzance. $25 Sanibel Community Association announces our Coming Next Week: Elmar Oliviera, I Violin - the only JANUARY DINNER I American to win the coveted Gold Medal at Moscow's SOCIAL EVENT Tchaikovsky International Competition. Saturday, January 17. $30 Wednesday; January 14, 2004 @ 6pm Now Open in the Phillips Gallery: "Mary Keogh: A Retrospective" Entertainment by Tommy Dee and The Statesman Band I Gallery Hours: Monday thru Saturday, 1:00-4:00 p.m. with an Italian Feast Dinner Weekly workshops available in: Acrylics, Clay & Sculpture, Furniture Painting, i| Glass Fusing, Jewelry & Metalsmithing, Life Drawing, 'No Mistakes" Watermedia, at Sanibel Community House K Nature Printing Fabric, Oil Printing, Pastels, Watercolors, Dance (adults & chil- **' dren), French, Italian, Spanish, Writing, Poetry, Photography, Gardening, Jazz 2173 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel History, Book Discussions, Current Events Discussions, Chess, Yoga, The BIG -Z ARTS Community Chorus and The Sanibel Band. Come Enjoy an Evening of Fun, Dining & Dancing! Members $15 • Non-Member $18 Call BIG ARTS 395-0900 RSVP 472-2812 for tickets and information BIG ARTS 900 Dunlop Road • Sanibel, FL 33957 u home for all the arts 10 Put Your Name Where Your Heart Is! Kiwanis News Join Us To Help Our Islands' Children. by Bob Wimbush t the last With the continued support of our community we breakfast of can enhance the educational experience for our Island A2003 Armand Ball, Dick students, making a true investment in tomorrow Muench and Scott Conway teamed
CO up to showcase Q the Parks and Recreation Master * I' 1 •'4.J Plan for Kiwanis CO t •• i. before presenting • /5 it to the City Council on January 20. Their charge from the City: "Do it right." And right it will Armand Ball be if the city is will- ing and able to back up its own request. The plan touches the Rec Center complex at the school, three parks and may eventually yield 30 miles of multi-use paths. At the Rec Center, The Sanibel School's approximately 450 students will gain need- ed — but shared - physical education and intramural facilities. Waiting lists will diminish for kid and adult athletic teams and the after school program. Plans include senior- friendly exercise and fitness facilities with separate bathrooms for kids and adults. A city- built pavilion with an entrance into the school's multi-purpose room will provide a *•'"' potential stage and large gathering spot. And, of course, when it is finished, there will be ball fields, tennis courts, skate boarding, several differently configured pools, a weight room and many other facilities for everyone on the island to use and enjoy. PRINCIPAL'S CIRCLE ($25,000-$100,000) Bottom line? All of Sanibel must work together. And, all of Sanibel must foot the bill. Congress Family, Kiwanis, The Francis P. Bailey and Annie Mead Matthews families, "No one," according to our speakers, "will give a grant to build city buildings on school property." But Sanibel's history favors success. Terry & Carole Lautenbach There was visible excitement among Kiwanis - which is, after all, a barometer of TEACHER'S CIRCLE ($10,000-$24,999) sorts because this club probably shares members with almost every group except Zonta The Bank of the Islands, Anne & John Burden, Jill & David Heald, Beverly & Jon Thompson, — and an incredible spirit of can-do. Let's get started! An excited old-timer best cap- Mrs. J. Howard Wood, Art & Susan Cassell, The Lazy Flamingo, John & Sue Britton tured the mood, "This takes me back over 25 years. The spirit of Sanibel is still alive." If Royal Shell Vacations, Cheryl & David Venarge, Bob Wigley, Tween Waters Inn that's the case, this is a done deal.^ MENTOR'S CIRCLE ($6,000-$9,999) Karen & Carmen Aulino, Karen Bell, Linda & Art Cleary, Robert E. Schneider Foundation, Rob & Cathy DeGennaro.Mike & Peggy Kelly, Jo and Manny Fernandez, th Jan & Chuck Manzella, Annie & Mike McMurray, Oswald Trippe & Company, Gene & Pete Pierce, Sanibel-Captiva Board of Realtors, Holkj & Jason Smith, Leane & Ken Suarez 8 Annual Post Holiday . ' . . MASTER'S CIRCLE ($3,000-$5,999) Carol & Jay Allen, Steve and Lena Brown, Wesley & Jimmy Fay, The Old Schoolhouse Theater Clearance kSale Foundation, Diane and Rick Silhavy, Liz & David Fowler, Lynn & John Gallant, Bill Gallion, Jackie & Bryan Hayes, Betsy & Marcel Ventura, Rudy& Sandy Zahorchak, Sanibel-Captiva Rotary HONOR'S CIRCLE ($l,500-$2,999) Continuing... Billy's Bikes, Soo Christoff, Karen & Rick Fichthorn, Liz & Randy Gerlach, Kathleen & Keith McMenamy, The Sanibel Captiva Trust Company, Select Merchandise 40-80% Off Barbara & Rick Von Harten, Christina & David Wright, Angela & Scott Hall, Terry Igo & Cristin Bishara, Bob and Sara Berendt, Ann Kosloske SCHOLAR'S CIRCLE ($300-$l,499) Laurie & Joe Adams, Bruce & Ginny Avery, Gina & Randy Barfield, Francine & Jack Barone, Barbara Beardsley, Lacy Breeding, Betty & Woody Cater, Colonial Bank, Jackie & Michael Connor, Donna & Richard. Croce, Mimi & Neal Deynzer, The Dunes Golf & Tennis Club, Dawn & Keith Gorka, Marybeth & Gary Greenplate, Trish & John Herman, Island Night at the Miracle, Ann & Charlie Kurn, Rob Lisenbee, Lion's Club, Nancy & Bl McDole, Alaina Olson, The Sanibel Music Festival, Brian & Karen Brewer ~RE-L0CATI0N~ | Tricia Steele, Bridgit Stone, Birgie & Kevin Vertesch, Nancy & Victor Dupont, Toni & Paul Primeaux, Baileyfest, j forever green shops reflection lakes commons Chico's, Patty and Peter Craig, Carolanne and Vincent Damico, Charlotte and Jim Harlow, Perla and-Jack Luft, 2055 periwinkle way 13550 reflections pkwy #5-503 Maureen and James Gorman, Elizabeth and Ronald Rich, Mitch Moore & South Seas Properties sanibel island* 472-8110 fort myers* 433-3799 i \ Renee and Thomas Tarbert, Brian Johnson, Christina & Kevin Farrell, Beth & Russ Bogen, mon-sat 10-5 mon-sat 10-5 Ann Wexler & Joe Duffy, James & Maureen Gorman, Kerri & Eric Maw OTHERS Brian Bissell, Kip Buntrock, Tylor Compton, G. Gordon Coughlin, Frank & Beth Hight, Island Sun, Bill & Susan Nedell, Barb Rich, Tim & Jean Cadman, The Sanibel School Teachers, Renny Severance, Anna & Jeff Turner, Al & Sally Hanser, Baileys General Store, Sunshine Cafe, Ginny r Fleming, Suburban Extended & Stay Hotel, S.W. Honda Dental Group, Sanibel Air Conditioning, | Sowerwine Golf Solutions, Marcel Ventura - VIP, Trish & Bob Maxeiner,Partners In Paradise - Bob & Viv I ,^-»3*if>#'r Decorative Painting ana fine'faux finishes Radigan, Jacaranda, Margaret & Robert Cutler, Eve and Alexandra Alves, Paula and Doug Cook, Congress Jewelry's Soccer Team •J *; ju JiT' JLuslerslone * Ola Worla finisnes m. Fiaslers For information on the For Kids' Sake! campaign **• W >• ^ drlazes * Mulli-Overfay blenciling Contact campaign co-chairs Terry Igo 472-0740, Betsy Ventura 472-3717 or visit www.sanibelschoolfund.org or Sanibel License #03-10285 J Local Student To members of the U.S. Congress join this Friends In Service Here 11 commitment by serving on the CYLC CO Honorary Congressional Board of FISH Lines Walk Halls Of Advisors. In addition, more than 40 I ISH Volunteers visit the homes of D embassies participate in the Council's co Leadership Honorary Board of Embassies. those who are ill, shut-in, or lonely in order to provide companionship aylor Santucci of Sanibel will join For additional information, visit F www.cylc.org.*> and encouragement. To obtain addition- 200 middle school students from al information, please call 472-0404.£ Tthroughout the United States at the Junior National Young Leaders Conference (JrNYLC) from January 31 to February 5 in Washington, DC. Themed The Legacy of American Leadership, the Conference introduces young people to the rich tradition of lead- ership throughout American history while helping them develop their own leader- ship skills. Santucci will participate in edu- cational activities and presentations led by individuals in high-level positions as well as young people who exercise leadership skills within their communities. Students will also visit historic national landmarks, including Colonial Williamsburg, from Taylor Santucci which our country took shape. study the impact of leadership throughout "By participating in the Junior National critical periods of American history, Young Leaders Conference, students like including the Civil War and Taylor Santucci will leam early that young Reconstruction, World War II, the Great people are not only welcome in Depression and the Civil Rights Washington, D.C., but they actually keep Movement. Upon completion of JrNYLC, Emmett David Manzella Magdalen "Maggie" Marie Manzella this city and our country running," said students will take home a greater sense of harles and Janet Manzella of Sanibel are proud to announce the births of two Mike Lasday, executive director of the understanding of the role of individuals in grandchildren. On August 28 Magdalen "Maggie" Marie Manzella was born to Congressional Youth Leadership Council, American democracy, as well as the Charles Manzella, Jr. and his wife Lorie in Pittsford, New York. the organization that sponsors JrNYLC. responsibilities of being a leader, Lasday C The second grandchild, Emmett David Manzella was born on December 5 in Vail, "One of the goals of JrNYLC is to said. Colorado to David and Brynn Manzella. encourage students to build their own CYLC is a nonprofit, nonpartisan edu- The grandparents have lived on Sanibel for the past eight years. Charles has an leadership skills through active involve- cational organization. Founded in 1985, accounting practice in the Promenade on Tarpon Bay Road and his wife Janet is a ment within their communities*" the Council is committed to fostering and 1st grade teacher at The Sanibel School.^ In addition to examining notable U.S. inspiring young people to achieve their full leaders and historic figures, Santucci will leadership potential. More than 400 SurldintSdt THE HIRDIE-GIRDIE GALLERY I FREE CRAFT DEMOS Monday, January 12,1 lam pEN HO 50-70% OFF SHELL CRAFT o ORIGINAL PRICES Delightful, easy projects with shells. - JERRY CHURCHILL Select Merchandise • 14Kt Fine Gold Jewelry 1 Wednesday, January 14, Ham Artist of the month WATERCOLOR TECHNIQUES Featuring hand built clay vessels and sculptures With rubber stamps. A great look! Wow! out of various materials. 10% of sales during the open house • Fabric • Notions • Art Supplies • Shell Craft will be donated to the "QUALITY LIFE ACADEMY- Craft Supplies • Gifts • Quilting Beads * Rubber Stamping MONDAY, JAN. 12 - 5-8 PM 1620 Periwinkle Way • 472-2893 ARTISTS PRESENTING ORIGINAL ART Heart of the Islands, Sanibel HOURS: 11AM - 5PM - MONDAY-SATURDAY Open Mon. - Sat. 9:30 am - 5 pm • Sun. 9:30 am - 5 pm LIBRARY WAY AND TARPON BAY ROAD • SANIBEL, FLORIDA • 239-395-0027
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Did von bow we redesign homes & condos to fit your budget? "Enchantment" Edition of 195 on canvas Call today for details ART SfRAME CO. 590-9212 2460 Palm Ridge Road Olde Sanibel Shoppes 395-1350 • 395-3175 fax 1 Mon-Sat 10-5. • Sun 9-2 www.sanibelartandframe.com . £'."• lliin».'- i- '••»•"'.•'. .\i":>ioik FAITH FELLOWSHIP WORLD OUT- SANIBEL CONGREGATIONAL UNITED Jewish Identity Enrichment, Learning Tree g Churches/ REACH MINISTRIES CHURCH OF CHRIST: Pre-school, Wednesdays, 1 p.m. 6111 South Pointe Boulevard, Fort Myers 2050 Periwinkle Way, across from Hebrew and Confirmation Classes Sunday Worship, 10:30 a.m. Periwinkle Place Shopping Center. Wednesday 5:30 to 7 p.m.; ^Temples Thursday Service, 7:30 p.m. Dr. Randall H. Niehoff, Pastor Thursday 5:30 to 7 p.m. £ ALL FAITHS Nursery care for pre-school children and Rev. Dr. Sandra R. Boler, Adujt Hebrew, Thursdays, < UNITARIAN CONGREGATION Children's Church for children ages 5-12 Associate Pastor Beginner, 7 p.m., Intermediate, 8 p.m. ^ Minister: The Rev. Dr. Wayne Robinson will be available at each service. Sunday worship services: Sundays Advanced, 4 p.m. < Sunday Services: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. 278-3638 Chapel Service: 7:45 a.m. Sunday School 9:30 to noon. 7 226-0900. The Alliance for the Arts, FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST, * Full Worship service, 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. TEMPLE JUDEA (CONSERVATIVE): z 10091 McGregor Boulevard, Fort Myers. SCIENTIST: Sunday School during 9 a.m. service 14486 A&W Bulb Road, =) We believe in the benefits of diversity in 2950 West Gulf Dr., Sunday -10:30 a.m.; Child Care provided at 9 a.m. Fort Myers, 433-0201. Q gender, age, political affiliation, sexual Sunday School -10:30 a.m., Wednesday Elevator for easy access Rabbi Benjamin S. Sendrow, z orientation, race and religion. evening meeting - 7:30 p.m.; Reading The church office is open Monday Cantor Devora Buchen. 5 Email: [email protected] room open, Monday, Wednesday and through Friday. Phone 472-0497. Weekly services: Monday and Thursday, v> Web site: allfaiths-uc.org. Friday 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. (November www.sanibelucc.org 9 a.m.; Friday, 8 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. Minister's email: [email protected] through April), Wednesday 10 a.m. to ST. ISABEL CATHOLIC CHURCH: Religious school Sunday, 9 a.m. to noon, BAT YAM-TEMPLE OF THE ISLANDS: 1 p.m. (summer hours). 472-8684. 3559 San-Cap Rd., and Wednesday, 4:30 to 6 p.m. Shabbat worship services will be held at GREEK ORTHODOX CHURCH OF Pastor: Rev. Christopher Senk, Family Midrash services on the first and the Sanibel Congregational Church every SOUTHWEST FLORIDA: Sunday Mass - 8:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. third Fridays of the month at 7 p.m. Friday evening at 8 p.m. 472-8375. Rev. Johannes L Jacobse, Presbyter Sat. Vigil - 5:30 p.m. Pre bar/bat mitzvah class Monday, 5:30 to BETH SHILOH MESSIANIC SYNAGOGUE Orthros 9 a.m. Liturgy 10 a.m. Daily Mass, 8:30 a.m., 7 p.m., followed by confirmation class 15675 McGregor Blvd. 437-3171 481-2099. Confession - Sat. - 9:15 p.m:, 472-2763. from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Rabbi: Judah Hungerman PEACE LUTHERAN CHURCH: ST. MICHAEL & ALL ANGELS For information on early childhood educa- Friday Service, 8 p.m. EPISCOPAL CHURCH: tion/preschool, phone 482-1121. 17625 Pine Ridge Road, Fort Myers. UNITARIAN UNIVERSALISTS Saturday Service, 11 a.m. Pastor Walter Still, 437-2599. Sun. 2304 Periwinkle Way, 472-2173 SOCIETY OF THE ISLANDS: Shabbat School Saturday Morning Worship 8 and 9:30 a.m. Bible Study 8:45 The Rev. Dr. Donald A. Fishburne, Rector Adult Hebrew Classes a.m. A congregation of Evangelical The Rev. Suzy Post (UU OF THE ISLANDS) Please call for information on full program. Lutheran Church in America. Sunday: 8 & 10 a.m., Holy Eucharist Services First Sunday of the month at BREAD OF LIFE MINISTRIES 7:30 p.m. Sanibel Congregational Church, SANIBEL COMMUNITY CHURCH: 9:45 a.m., Church School, K-5 CHURCH OF GOD Weekdays: Wed., 9 a.m. Eucharist with 2050 Periwinkle Way, Fellowship Hall. 16581 McGregor Blvd. 267-3166 1740 Periwinkle Way, 472-2684. Healing. Thurs. 6 p.m. Middle and High November 5 through May 5. (Just past the Tanger Outlet Mall) Pastor, Dr. Daryl Donovan. School Youth Group UNITARIAN CHURCH FORT MYERS: Pastor Joe Hanshaw Sunday Worship Hours: Sat., 5 p.m. Holy Eucharist 13411 Shire Lane (off Daniels Parkway, Sunday Worship Hours: 8 a.m. Communion Worship Service one mile west of I-75) 9 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service The Church is always open for prayer Bible Study - 9:45 a.m. TEMPLE BETHEL SYNAGOGUE: Sunday services and religious education at Mornjng Worship -10:40 a.m. with Children's Ministry (Praise Team & 10:30 a.m. All are welcome. Band) 10:45 a.rh. Traditional Service 16225 Winkler Rd. 433-0018. Evening Worship - 6 p.m. Rabbi Bruce Diamond; For information on all church events, Wednesday Worship - 7 p.m. Child care available at all services as well call 561 -2700 or go to www.uucfm.org. CAPTIVA CHAPEL BY THE SEA as during Sunday School time. Cantor Robert Marinoff. Rabbi and Me, Fridays, 1 p.m. UNITY OF THE ISLANDS: Other weekday opportunities for Worship Will discontinue service on Sanibel at the 11580ChapinLane and Prayer: Prayer group at 1 p.m. on Shabbat Service, Fridays, 7:30 p.m. Very Rev. Bruce McLeod Mondays in the Family Life Center. Torah Study Sabbath 9:30 a.m. Sanibel Congregational Church. Please Open from Sunday, November 16,2003 Sabbath Morning Worship, 10:30 a.m. join us at our service in Fort Myers, Sunday through Sunday, April 18,2004, Religious School, Sundays, 9:30 a.m. 9a.m., 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. Sunday Service at 11 a.m. 472-1646 The Drop Zone, Sundays, 10 a.m. 278-1511.*
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Our E-Mail address is Island Bible Study [email protected] 'his year the island Bible study will be focusing on Romans 1-8, which many consider the cornerstone of the New Testament doctrine. Join them A Great Place To Be Stranded for eight weeks beginning January 12 at 7 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall of Sanibel Community Church. The first week's meeting will be in the Fellowship Hall before going to the rooms Booksigning for discussion time. The group will then return to the Fellowship Hall for refresh- ments and a lecture. The evening will end Saturday, at approximately 8:45 p.m. For more information or if you would January 10, 3 pm • .„•• Seaband like to join the study, call Dave or Ginny \\ \ind Dollar Kirby at 472-2432 or Al or Carol Larson at 472-6534.# The Don Juan Con in 14k Gold $330 by Sara Williams 239-472-8677 • 800-472-7572 2407 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island, FL 33957 When Love'em and www.sanibelgoldsmith.com Leave'em turns deadly Join Sara reading from another Chance her new novel. An Upscale Consignment Showe, Home Furnishings & Decor
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Hosts for the Christmas party: Carol and Bob Allen, Diane and Dale McGinley, District Commander Kenneth Beckman and Connie Beckman, and Commander Ronn Downey !* - and Joan Downey
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he Sanibel Captiva Sail & Power Squadron's Christmas party marked the 10th year squadron members have been providing toys for needy Fort Myers boys Tand girls. "We started the toys for kids project in 1993 when I was Commander and Alan Boers was Executive Officer," said John Findley. The toys are provided to children from the Heights Elementary School and to the Community Co-op Ministries and Soup Kitchen, who distribute them to children in Fort Myers housing projects. For membership information in the Power Squadron, contact Bob Morain at 481-4798. Chartered in 1975 with 50 members, today the Sanibel Captiva Sail & Power Squadron has 400 members. The United States Power Squadron is the oldest organization in the U.S. dedicated to safe boating.^
Enjoiying the Christmas festivites are squadron members Connie and Jerry Scott, Steve and Mary Paige Abbott and Happy P. and Richard Cunningham
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Blackstone Merlot BRAD m COL.BI' CONGRESS Ravenswood Red Zinfandel PROPRIETORS -- " •• St. Francis Chardonnay Mix up a case and save even more... 10% Discount On Case Orders Bailey's Shopping Center NEXT TO THE THEATER • 472-1682 OPEN MON. - SAT. Wildlife Refuge on Friday, January 30. The cost is $25 individual, $35 per cou- ple and $50 for a family of four. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m., and the walking race begins promptly at 9 a.m. at the entrance to Wildlife Drive. Carol Robinson and Milena Eskew Aronald and Joan Castellano and Nancy and John Sampson Participants will test their knowledge of local fauna and flora by identifying birds, mammals, reptiles and plants at selected stations along a four-mile section of Wildlife Drive and the Indigo Trail, returning to the parking lot for lunch and awarding of prizes. The inaugural "Walk On The Wild Side" is being sponsored by Bank of the Islands. Participants receive entry to "Ding" Darling, an event tee shirt, water for the race and lunch, along with prizes for the winners. The grand prize will be awarded for the most correct answers Susie and Dave Kentner and Millie Berglin completed in the shortest amount of time Bonnie Harwell, Judy and Tom Niswonger and Ed Harwell Other prizes will be given for the most correct answers overall, as well as surprise neighbors as the season gets under way. CARD OF THANKS categories to be announced on race day. Italian Festival The party starts at 6 p.m. and the cost Join CROW on Friday, January 30, n Wednesday, January 14 the for members is $15, $18 for non-mem- he Sanibel Community Association for this exciting, unique, first-time event Sanibel Community Association bers. Call your friends and neighbors and wants to thank the businesses and that helps CROW help wildlife neighbors Ois having an Italian buffet dinner. get a table of them together. There are Tindividuals who sponsored the in distress. Call CROW at 472-3644 to Come and join in the fun and festivities. tables of eight or 10. Stop in the miniature golf over the holiday period. register with a credit card.^ There will be music and entertainment Community Association and pay or call This is the ninth year that Tony Lapi has and time to talk with your friends and 472-2155 for reservations before 4 p.m. set the event up as a fundraiser for SCA on Monday, January 12& and to allow SCA to serve as the heart of the island when there are so many young \WFnJ*
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13550 Reflections Pkwy, Suite 2-201 1 (Next to Jason's Deli, Cypress Lake Dr) Call Ahead Seabrfc; Available 239-466-4949 THE ISLAND'S NEWEST RESTAURANT Mon-Fri 10-6 • Sat 11-5 • Sun Closed Individuality Becomes... Reality 975 Rabbit Road • ] years. visit Scrivner's Garden Center Web site at | Freddy The "Residents often believe the. abundant www.ScrivnersGardenCenter.com. summer rains signal the time of the year For more information about SFWMD's Alligator Takes that conservation isn't necessary," said watering regulations, conservation infor- Kurt Harclerode, the SFWMD representa- mation and water-saving tips, visit His First TV Bow tive who's appearing with Freddy on www.sfwmd.gov. To speak with a repre- rredde y the Friendly Alligator, the Scrivner's NBC-2 show. "Actually, we rely sentative about partnering or arranging a South Florida Water Management on the summer rains to replenish our personal appearance by Freddy, call S 277-6295. DDistrict's mascot, made his first offi- water reserves, and that hasn't been hap- F pening. Out of the average 55 inches of Landscape Irrigation Regulations cial public appearance on January 3 at 10 a.m. on Jim and Ed Scrivner's week- rain that fall each year, only seven inches Remind Everyone to 'Water Wisely - ly garden show on NBG-2 WBBH-TV. seep info the ground," Harclerode Conservation Begins in Your Viewers who tune in on Saturday morn- explained. Backyard!' ing expecting the more typical fare of "The steady increase in Southwest • Every landscape may be irrigated up The Plant Doctors' landscape and gar- Florida's population is also placing more to three times a week as needed. den tips will get an extra treat when Ed demands on the water supplies, and being Addresses with odd numbers may water Scrivner introduces the six-foot-tall crit- just as careful during the summer months on Mondays and/or Wednesdays and/or ter with a fuzzy coat and captivating as the winter months will give the aquifers Saturdays. Addresses with even numbers grin. a chance to recover from the dry winter may water on Tuesdays and/or Thursdays and/or Sundays. The endearing mascot accompanies months." SFWMD representatives on their rounds Following the airing of his TV appear- • The approved hours for watering are to introduce residents of Lee, Collier and Freddy the Alligator says, "Water wisely." ance that officially kicked off the conserva- midnight to 10 a.m. or 4 p.m. to mid- southern Charlotte counties to the new tion campaign, Freddy was spotted at the night on the proper day. The best time to water conservation campaign with a name tomers at the family-owned Scrivner's Saturday, January 3 and Sunday, January water is just before sunrise when the tem- and slogan that define the mission: Garden Center on Seaboard Street in Fort 4 Florida Home & Garden Expo at the peratures are cooler to prevent evapora- "Water Wisely .. .Conservation Begins in Myers. For 21 years, gardeners and land- Harborside Event Center, an annual show tion and allow the Water to seep into the Your Backyard!" The campaign includes scapers have discovered the plants and that attracts horticultural professionals and ground. information about year-round landscape trees they buy come with information and enthusiasts nationwide. • Watering is not allowed between irrigation requirements and how residents horticultural tips to help the landscape "Freddy is the perfect addition to our 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. or anytime on Friday. can make a difference in the area's future. additions thrive. Using water wisely to team of field representatives," said • Irrigation with well water is included "We're in the business of helping people keep them healthy and happy is one of Harclerode. "Residents are getting a smile in the schedule. Wells are not exempt. grow healthy plants and trees and cultivate the topics covered. along with information about the year- • Testing an irrigation system is permit- round irrigation requirements. Hardware ted up to once a week for 10 minutes per thriving landscapes," said Ed Scrivner. Historically, Southwest Florida's land- 2 "We've been teaching conservation tech- scape irrigation regulations were an annu- stores, nurseries, landscapers and libraries zone being tested. ^ niques for decades and are ardent sup- al event from November through May, the are disseminating brochures that feature porters of the district's work, so we were driest months but with the highest Freddy and offer tips about how to nur- very pleased to have been chosen to intro- demand for water. The new conservation ture landscapes by reducing the amount of duce Freddy at his first official appear- program is a year-round version of the water used." ance." Off camera, Jim and Ed serve cus- winter rules that have been followed for For information about cultivating a beautiful lawn while using water wisely, Changing the Taste of Captiva
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PBDfBSIBAKS*GHOiS* SEAFOOD Located at Periwinkle & Casa Ybel 1700 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island, FL Store Hours Every Day - 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. 472-9300 fern capital ol Florida and the largest pop- f Audubon ulation of Royal pcJms in the United States. There is plenty of parking both at ? Thursday the Community House and parking lot across the street in front of the Periwinkle £ Evening Program Playhouse. For additional information, 5 contact Elaine Jacobson, 395-1878.* Butterflies And Bugs hat's the topic that will be master- fully presented by Dee Serage at Tthe Shell Islands Garden Club's January meeting on Tuesday, January 13 at noon. Dee is the landscaping for wildlife educator of Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation. Members and guests will learn how to attract butterflies to their garden and con- trol insects. Mike Owen Saint Michael and All Angels Episcopal return visit to the Sanibel-Captiva with a volley of facts and a boyish flood of Church parish hall, 2304 Periwinkle Way, Audubon Lecture Series, Mike will pre- wows and goshes, he explains the is the site of this season's meetings. sent "Fascinating Facets of the swamp's history, topography, plant and Members an guests are asked to bring Fakahatchee Strand" at the Sanibel animal life to a steady stream of visitors a sandwich to share. Beverages and Community House at 2173 Periwinkle which has significantly increased since the desserts will be provided by our. hostesses: Way at 8 p.m. The suggested donation 1998 publication of Susan Orlean's best- Carole Smith, Jean Klein, Betty Mattey, Ghost orchid photo by Vic Ramey is $4. .. selling book, The Orchid Thief. The work Pat Neitzke and Janet Wight. Mike, 43, is one of those happy peo- tells the true story of an obsessive orchid Once again we will have a plant table collector named John Laroche and his n a warm Florida afternoon, Mike ple few working in precisely the job he with plants donated by members. The wants. "I'll probably never leave," he says, scheme to poach the Fakahatchee's rare proceeds from the sale of these plants will Owen steps off a forest trail into orchids. The book was also the basis of dark, knee-deep water. He pock- smiling. With a degree in zoology from go to a good cause. O the University of South Florida in Tampa, the 2002 movie, Adaptation. Join us as ets the little yellow waterproof notebook If you have an interest in gardening, he came to the Fakahatchee in 1993 after we trek through the swamp which Mike floral arranging and horticulture, consider in which he records everything he sees describes in five superlatives: the largest in the Fakahatchee Strand State stints as a technician with the Florida becoming a member of the Shell Islands Marine Research Institute and then as a strand swamp, the largest unit in the Garden Club. Call President Glenda Preserve where he is the park biologist. Florida Park Service, the bromeliad and On January 15 for his much anticipated park ranger at the Koreshan State Campbell at 472-8994 for information.^ Historic Sight in Estero, Florida. Today, orchid capital of the United States, the
The Timbers Restaurant 703 Tarpon Bay Road, Sanibel Island, Florida presents TheLoretta Paganini School of Cooking in The Seventh Annual Cooking Extravaganza January 23 - January 30 10 a.m. -1 p.m. daily $395 for series of 6 classes or
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Great Blue Heron >JDSUN- J by Brian Johnson ROW intern Dr. Amber McNamara was in charge of the
clinic on Saturday, December 27 when not one, but two, ANU / Cgreat blue herons showed up. The great blue is one of the most beautiful, difficult and complex species a wildlife rehabilitator in Florida will treat. They have a long 73 and potentially dangerous beak, a broad wing span and feel very O "jumpy" in a clinic setting. "You need two people to treat a great blue," said McNamara. "They are certainly a challenge. But one of the good things is that you can easily palpate any fractures or injuries .because everything is on an extra large scale." "They are one of my favorite birds, but they are solitary and don't like you or anyone in their personal space," said CROW Veterinarian Dr. PJ Deitschel. "They are big birds, and have a large personal space." The second great blue, found at the Channel Mark restaurant in Fort Myers Beach, arrived with a mid-shaft fracture to his humerus bone.
CROW volunteer, Amber, holding the great blue The wound was several days old and there was significant bruising and swelling. The bird exhibited an increased respiratory rate and was dull but responsive. There was a small piece of exposed bone near the fracture site. He could not stand - an ominous sign for a great blue. McNamara gave him fluids, antibiotics and two types of pain medication. She was able to manipulate the exposed bone and place it back inside the skin. She consulted with Dr. PJ by phone. On Sunday the great blue was standing and looking a little more alert. They decided to take him into surgery the following day. Surgery is frequently a race against the clock - Dr. PJ does not like to keep a bird anesthetized for more than an hour. continued on page 41 Great blue heron GRAB YOUR APPETITE BY THE HORNS!!!
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DINE WITH THE LOCALS!! TAKE OUT. AVAILABLE 2168 PeriAvinkle Way Sanibel, Florida • 472-O6O6 Call Ahead Seating Available • OPEN 7 ajnu to 1O p.m. 22 chicks, hatched totally unable to fend for and history, shell habitat, rare specimens, Birding From A to Z themselves. Some birds such as various fossil shells, common Southwest Florida waterfowl and shorebirds have precocial shells, and more. A learning lab features by Jim Stevenson, Ph.D. chicks, which are able to leave the nest hands-on play areas for children, displays, and feed themselves almost immediately. games and a tank with indigenous mol- ast month we began looking into Many parent birds practice various ways lusks. issues of avian reproduction, but this of running or leading off predators such as A half-hour video presentation, Lis a huge subject with far-reaching feigning, where they pretend to be crip, Mollusks in Action, is shown on the hour. ramifications! Different species and groups urn, physically challenged. Killdeer are A wide selection of shell books is available of birds have such varying needs, habitats famous for this, but some other ground- in the museum store. and responses to conditions, there is an nesting land birds such as nighthawks will The mission of The Shell Museum is amazing range of strategies for raising a use the rouge. "to educate about shells and mollusks, the brood. Let's look at a few of these meth- Next we move to a more global look at shell-makers, through exhibits, educational ods of passing on genes for one more programs, library services and publica- day. our feathered friends.^ Jim Stevenson is director of the tions; to further awareness of nature and Brood parasitism is one strategy that Killdeer feigning photo by Jim Stevenson Galveston Bird-Club, Galveston, Texas. the natural environment; to promote col- has paid off in a low-energy, high-yield He can be reached at 409-7374081. lection-based research on shells and mol- practice. Our cowbirds employ egg dump- fine, save the occasional squabble over a Jim Stevenson's new book, Quest for lusks with emphasis on southwest Florida ing into other birds' nests, much like the 5,000 Birds, Birding Adventure, is avail- and the Gulf of Mexico." cuckoos of the Old World. Their eggs stick. They are not competing for food, and only need a small space to build their able for$l9.95, soft cover at The Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum is hatch quickly, and the host species raises www.vanjus.com. located at 3075 Sanibel-Captiva Road on the cowbird chick as its own. Cowbirds stick nests. Colonial breeders, about 13 percent of Sanibel Island. For further information call have become very abundant in our coun- the Museum at 395-2233 or try, perhaps because of our agricultural our birds, gain the protection of their neighbors, but also gain the knowledge of Shell Museum 888-679-6450. The Web site is fields they relish. But they are having a www.shellmuseum.org.$ detrimental effect on many of our song- outlying feeding locations by watching New Hours birds, and as usual, we may be the cause. their colony mates. Having this many nest The Black-capped Vireo may be extermi- sites in one place does tend to attract tarting Monday, January 5, The Bird Outings nated at the hands of cowbirds, and many predators, but the benefits obviously out- Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum of others are being detrimentally affected. weigh the drawbacks. SSanibel Island will be open seven he Sanibel-Captiva Audubon Speaking of helping one another, days a week. Opening on Mondays will Society will be holding a bird out- Another relationship among birds we some species are cooperative breeders, might "approve of" more than parasitism better serve visitors and further the mis- Ting on Saturday, January 10 at . where birds such as the Florida Scrub-Jay sion of the non-profit museum, accord- Bunche Beach at 8 a.m. Meet at the end is the colonies formed by many species, will have several adults caring for the especially certain waterbirds. Whereas a ing to its board of trustees. of John Morris Road. Wear shoes that chicks. Harris' Hawks also have been Admission prices are $6 for adults, $3 can get wet. Suggested donation is $2. roost is just a place where birds spend the known to practice this in the desert south- night, a rookery is where birds nest for youths age five to 16 and free for chil- All birders are welcome. Call Malcolm west. It is very likely that each in this clan dren age four and under. Harpham at 395-3804 for further together, such as a heronry on a tiny is related to one another, so they are, in island in a lake. With the help of alligators The Shell Museum features more than details. There will also be an outing on fact, all benefitting from the passing on of 30 exhibits of seashells from around the Saturday, January 17, at Bowditch eating potential enemies like snakes and (their) genes within the chicks. coons that approach, these birds get along world. Exhibits are devoted to shells in art Point, also at 8 a.m.# All birds mentioned have altricial
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Her portraits include those of her paintings of people, animals and land- husband, of herself, of Peter the Great scape reveal much of her development and of a Moravian pastor. She confesses as an artist. The earliest painting in the that she finds inspiration "largely from show is one of her husband, painted in looking at the world around me." 1987; and the latest is a painting enti- Those who encounter the world of tled Michael, that she completed this Mary Keogh will find her paintings at once year. calming yet haunting. She confesses that she continually feels See her work Monday through challenged when she encounters a blank Saturday through January 30 from 1 to canvas, but her many admirers attest to 4 p.m. in Phillips Gallery at 900 Dunlap her capacity for capturing the mystery Road on Sanibel. For further information, inherent in her subjects and her capacity call BIG ARTS, 395-0900.* for evoking an intimate response from the viewer to her work.. When her painting Serenade was deemed Best in Show in an exhibit in The Gabrielli Trio, appearing Saturday, January 10. at BIG ARTS Englewood, Walter Yovaish praised her mastery of the media, and Pat Kelly exclaimed, "Bravo! I liked the energy of Come and experience this painting..." That mastery and energy are evident in this show. ^'a taste of the "Sweet Life. Keogh, who was born in Wisconsin and lived for a time in Nebraska and New York, has spent the last 20 years on Taste OF World Cuisine Sanibel. Her father was at one time ambassador to Ireland, and her work reflects varied ways of conceptualizing ...f;..,.. existence. Although in her early career Auditions For . '* . We Blew Up The Bridge, Casual line dining with cntcrliimment mghlh in the Didn't We? Piano Bar and Lounge. Dolce A'otte. he Off Beach Players will be hoid- ''*'" Treat yomselt to A lawiiie dish from around iiie ing auditions for the comedy We T Blew Up the Bridge, Didn't We? world while you dine in the trend} cosmopolitan atmosphere. on February 14 and 15 at 2 p.m. at the Open daily for Dinner 5:30 to 10:30 p.m. Lounye and Enterlainmenl until 12:30 a.m. • All majoi credit tairis accepted • Specializing in prhate parties Periwinkle Playhouse. This play was Reservations recommended • 1244 Periwinkle Way • -'172-5555 • HUH.DolLcVitaOiSa»ibel.coni written and is being produced with the permission of Mike Fury, the playwright. They are looking for two lawyers, a *••* female florida landowner, a mayor and JEAN LE BOEUF Serving Dinner 7 Days an assistant mayor, townies and protes- FT MYERS NEWS PRESS 5:30 - 10pm tors, a wild character named Piano Bar • Private Parties 2761 West Gulf Drive "Firecracker." So please come on down. Ample Parking There is are many parts for old and Adjacent to Nutmeg Village young. Everyone is welcome at any level of expertise. The premise as Off Beach Sanibel-472-1141 Players is that community theater should www.RivieraOfSanibel.com be of, by, and for the people. This play, is definitely locally-flavored entertain- ment that is accessible to aspiring the- ater lovers. Please stop by and sign up for backstage, props, costumes, make- up, set building. We have been produc- ing theater on Sanibel since 1984. Please come out and support real com- munity theater on Sanibel. We are hop- ing to cast for additional shows from these auditions. For any additional infor- mation you can call producer June Koc at 472-5400. They are also in need of rehearsal From the shores of the Riviera space. If any one has an extra space around 20 X 30 feet please call June.* the Gulf Coast of Sanibel, enjoy Northern Italian Cuisine & Mediterranean Specialties 26| son's schedule is posted, there's infor- Artists, Mark mation regarding subscription series, CM SHIP EARLY! Gift Fruit] Shipping Available spotlighted descriptions of upcoming Your Calendars events, a sponsor and friends of the anibel Cares invites artists of all Periwinkle Playhouse page and links to Honeybells are Here! media and genres to submit original their Web sites. If you like the season's artwork to benefit The Children's schedule, why not"come and see a < S show? Call the box office The Best Citrus In The World Hospital of Southwest Florida at its Island Celebration of the Arts 2004 auc- 472-0324. The theatre would also like tion. Juried selection will take place on to add a few more names to the spon- CO 472-9696 January 28, at Sanibel Community sors and business friends page, so if you're interested call Todd Sherman, Q Sanibel Square House, 2173 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island. General Manager of the Periwinkle Playhouse, 472-0324.* $ 2242 Periwinkle Way ' Artists can drop off their work at the CO (In the building adjacent to The Bean) Community House between 9 and • 10a.m. and pick it up between 3 and [email protected] 4 p.m. For information on the artists' jury Stories From OPEN7DAYS9am-6pm selection, please call Julie Smith, head of Sanibel Cares' art committee, at World Religions 395-1721. torytelling, as an important element PARKING in preserving religion in all parts of THE "The Celebration of the Arts is a gala BEAN event that attracts a sellout crowd of chari- Sthe world, will be the focus of the ty-minded art collectors," said Smith. monthly meeting of the Tamiami Tale
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All performances at. the Barbara R. Mann Forlorn 239.472.1771 For tickets 239,481,4849 or in person at the BRM; Box Of IK www.^ulfcoastsvmt)honv.or WUAR Pajama Game and never have I enjoyed it —3 . -- Imore than recently at the Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre. All the songs came back to me, Racing With the Clock, Hex; There, Once-a-Year Day, Steam Heat, NDSUN - Hernando's Hideaway, and all the others. 5 '( The story centers around a pajama facto- CO ry in Cedar Rapids, Iowa where the workers ••'•'•rl want a seven and a half cent raise. They just want what everyone else in the industry is earning, however their boss, Mr. Hasler (Dick Steele) wants noth- ing to do with it. The grievance committee headed by Babe Williams (Lee Ann Payne) sets out to make things right for the workers. The new factory superintendent, Sid Sorokin (Paul Gregory Nelson), is a company man who falls head over heals in love with Babe. The chemistry between these two actors works. Of course, fireworks ensue between labor and management and men and women as the battle for a raise goes into high gear. Set in the '50s, male chauvinism surfaces, which is annoying, but politically correct for the times. As Director Jack A. Matter, Jr. said, Pajama Game is a period piece with characters acting as people did in 1954 and it is in this spirit that we present this clas- sic musical." Nelson and Payne make beautiful music together throughout the show. Another standout is Chrissy Wright as Gladys, the company secretary, "the prettiest thing this side of Keokuk" Her The Sleep Tite Factory Girls scene during the Hernando's Hideaway number is priceless. isms. This is a production that has you leaving the theater glad you came. The talent Paul Bernier is a hoot and a half, playing her jealous boyfriend Hines, as is Aaron is overwhelming. On the way out I overheard someone say "This is the best ever," a Lake in the role of Prez, a married man who hits on all the girls because his wife just sentiment no doubt shared by others. doesn't understand him. Now there's an original line. The Pajama Game plays through February 14 at the Broadway Palm Dinner The choreography by Chrissy Wright is exceptional. My favorite number was Theatre, 1380 Colonial Boulevard in Fort Myers. For tickets, and believe me you Steam Heat where three superb hoofers, Drew Yost, Joseph J. Baez and Chrissy should order yours today, call the box office at 278-4422.* Wright, brought down the house with their sophisticated Fosse moves and manner- Hal Luftig, with Stewart F. Lane, James Thoroughly L. Nederlander, Independent Presenters IF OUR SEAFOOD WERE ANY FRESHER, WE WOULD R Network, L. Mages/M. Stewart, Don BE SERVING IT UNDER A o p. Modern Millie Berinstein/Dramatic Forces, John York WATER " ; AT THE SANIBEL INN Eight hours ago our fish were minding their own business in . \ V "Women want me, fish the Gulf of Mexico fear me, alw the bartender * * *) wants my keys," . LIVE JAZZ SEVEN NIGHTS A WEEK Breakfast served daily 7:30 to 11:00 am Lunch 11:00 am to 6:00 pm Ellington's "Take Five" Beach Bar Dinner served daily 5:00 to 11:00 pm ,. Best Early Bird Dinner On The Island ' 9.95 for the first Hundred Folte Smart Enough to Show up Before 6 p. 937 East Gulf Drive, Sanibel Island 337-JAZZ (5299) § BIG ARTS Presents Cab Calloway Naples Pops. Miami City Ballet |. Academy Award Replaces Count Series Kicks Off Brings Balanchine I Matinee Series Basie At The Phil With Gershwin Centennial ednesday, January 14 at he Count Basie Orchestra, sched- he Naples Philharmonic Orchestra, 3 p.m., BIG ARTS Film Society uled to perform at the led by Guest Conductor Jeff Tyzik, To The Phil Win conjunction with the Island TPhilharmonic Center for the Arts Twill perform "A Gershwin he Miami City Ballet and the z Cinema will begin the 2004 "Academy on Sunday, January 25 at 8 p.m., has Celebration," a spectacular program cel- Naples Philharmonic Orchestra CO Award Nominations" series of films. The canceled their 2003-2004 concert tour. ebrating the music of George Gershwin Twill perform a special program cel- a first film will be the highly acclaimed In their place, the Phil presents the Cab at the Philharmonic Center for the Arts ebrating the hundredth anniversary of z Mono Lisa Smile with Julia Roberts. Calloway Orchestra, one of the most on Tuesday, January 20 through Balanchine's birth in two performances Roberts' character, Katherine Watson, is popular big band orchestras in the coun- Saturday, January 24 at of Balanchine Centennial at the a free spirited, novice art history profes- try, on Sunday, January 25 at 8 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday, Philharmonic Center for the Arts on sor at the prestigious Wellesley College 8 p.m. January 24 and 25 at 2 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday, January 13 in 1953. Despite its academic reputa- The Cab Calloway Orchestra, conduct- A Gershwin Celebration, the first pro- and 14 at 8 p.m. tion, students' success was still being ed by Cab Calloway's grandson Chris gram of this season's Pops Series, will fea- Balanchine Centennial includes two measured by "how well" they might Calloway, delivers both the authentic ture the gorgeous melodies and toe-tap- company premieres for the Miami City marry. Watson challenges the adminis- sound of a hot jazz orchestra and a snazzy ping rhythms of classic Gershwin - includ- Ballet: Verdi's Ballo delta Regina, which tration and inspires her students to look stage style - creating a jump, blues and ing selections from Porgy and Be$s and was originally staged for Balanchine's beyond the image of "what is" and con- boogie experience that will dazzle audi- the great Piano Concerto in F, showcas- greatest allegro dancer Merrill Ashley, and sider the possibilities of what could be! ences as the Calloway family has done ing Gershwin pianist Duke Thompson. Stravinsky Violin Concerto, a complex Viewers are invited to join for dinner since the 1920s. The Cab Calloway Appearing with Tyzik and the orchestra fantasy of contrasting moods, staged by and a film discussion after the film at the Orchestra uses the band's original orches- will be soprano- Roberta Laws, baritone Bart Cook and Maria Calegari, former Island Cow. Tickets are available at BIG trations as a starting point and features Daniel Washington and the Philharmonic principals with the New York City Ballet. ARTS until the evening of January 13 for acclaimed musicians that have played with Center Chorale. Also on the program is Balanchine's rous- $5. Thereafter, they are available at the this big band for decades. The Friday evening performances of ing Stars and Stripes. Island Cinema box office.* This performance is generously under- the Pops Series have been generously Tickets for Balanchine Centennial axe written by Northern Trust and The Lutgert underwritten by Health Management $46 for adults and $28 for students. For Companies. Associates. Jeff Tyzik, guest conductor, is more information or to order tickets, con- Tickets for the Cab Calloway Orchestra generously underwritten by the Wodecroft tact customer service at 239-597-1900 or are $39. Tickets purchased for the Count Foundation. toll-free at 800-597-1900. Tickets are Basie Orchestra will be honored at this Tickets for A Gershwin Celebration are also available online at www.thephil.org.. performance. $60 for adults. For more information or The Philharmonic Center for the Arts is at Our E-Mail address is For more information or to order tick- to order tickets, call customer service at 5833 Pelican Bay Boulevard in Naples.^ ets, call 800-597-1900. Tickets are also 800-597-1900. Tickets are also available [email protected] available at www.thephil.org. The at www.thephil.org. The Philharmonic Philharmonic Center for the Arts is at Center for the Arts is at 5833 Pelican Bay 5833 Pelican Bay Boulevard in Naples.^ Boulevard in Naples.^ When it's time ••••••V PIZZA • PASTA fora break from % RIBS* SUBS the ordinary of Sanibel WINGS LUNCH SPECIALTIES LUN Slack $• blue Surger, Steak & dieese Wrap, Citron Surger, Tower Caprise Salad. Dine In or Carry Out 11 am. to 10 p.m. bistro Salad, Hot Ham & Triple Cheese Free Delivery to. 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A pro- 10091 McGregor Boulevard, with the fessional actor since 1993, he worked for entrance on Royal Palm Square the Oregon Shakespeare Festival in Boulevard. Performances are at 8 p.m. Ashland, Oregon, two seasons on stage on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, and two seasons touring in a national with a 2 p.m. matinee on Sundays. school visit program. He also has toured Tickets are $16 or $7 for students. For extensively reading poetry and story- more information or to reserve tickets, telling. Robert has self published a book call 936-3239. entitled Wofdmaker and. his poems Four show packages are available for $56.* Shells Needed! Thinning out your shell collection? Tired of moving that box of shells around the garage? Donate your extra shells to the Barrier Island Shellcrafters where they will be Title Services, Inc. put to beautiful use!! (239) 472-3688 Call Wanda Wills at 472-8059 "You'll Appreciate the Difference" and she will pick them up. 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It opens Friday, the historic Arcade Theatre in Downtown January 9 and runs through Sunday, Fort Myers on Bay between Jackson and February 1. Hendry Streets.* Though perhaps best known for his 1949 play Death of A Salesman, and for his marriage to Marilyn Monroe, All My Mina Edison Sons (1947), which received the Drama Critic's Award for best play, was Miller's Takes The Stage first major playwriting success. A power- ne of Fort Myers' most celebrated ful story about one American family historical personalities will make caught up in the moral struggle between Oa return to the city on Monday, personal responsibility and public duty, February 9, when Dramatist Rusty All My Sons is set in the period directly Brown presents a warm-hearted portray- following World War II, a time when al of Mrs. Thomas Edison in an original America's role in the world was rapidly play, Tea with Mina Edison. changing. The engagement, including a With his unique ability to capture mod- salad/dessert luncheon at the Broadway ern realism and his strong ear for the pPalm Dinner Theater, is sponsored by American dialect, Miller once again cre- the Lee County Branch of the American ates characters whose voices are impor- Association of University Women. It bene- tant components of American history. All Maurice Schlafer, Carrie Lund, Zolan Henderson and Mindy Woodhead fits the club's scholarship fund. My Sons highlights Miller's unique insight Since the show's debut in 1992, into the psychology of modern cannot imagine a more poignant time to theatre in the country: so many are pro- Brown has performed hundreds of times Americans. His ability to create stories produce this award-winning, great ducing All My Sons this year. It isn't in Horida, Ohio and New York. The that express their deepest struggles have American classic. The climate in the world astounding to see it on so many play-lists, dramatization recreates an afternoon tea made him one of the most highly regard- today makes this play just as relevant as it however. Like Honda Rep, these theatres actually given by Mrs. Edison in 1930 at ed American playwrights. was 50 years ago. Proof of this can be chose All My Sons, because its delicate the riverside Edison estate. Honda Repertory Theatre's producing found by looking at the season play selec- dose of modem poignancy simply cannot Mingling with the guests, the hostess artistic director, Robert Cacioppo, says, "I tion of almost every other major regional be overlooked." shares intimate glimpses of her life as wife Filled with roles that, Cacioppo says, of one of the great geniuses of all time. "actors can really sink their teeth into," She tells of her courtship by Morse Code ENJOY YOURSELF. Honda Rep has assembled a cast that is with the deaf Edison, a widower nearly 20 up for the challenge. Long-time company years older, and relates how the couple members, Carrie Lund {Absurd Person dandied up Fort Myers by importing Royal Singular, Rumors, Moon Over the palms from Cuba to line the downtown Brewery), Maurice Schlafer {Absurd streets. Person Singular, Sly Fox, Sideman) The doors open at 11:30 a.m. with Greg Longenhagen (Sideman, ART, You the luncheon at noon and the perfor- r Men Can't Take it With You) and Zolan mance at 1 p.m. The cost is $25, and HaDPV HOU u Henderson (Veronica's Room, The tickets way be obtained by calling Lou P Foreigner, The Mousetrap), return once Ann Rnnucan at 277-0942. The deadline " 300 - 6:00 pm for obtaining tickets is February 3.£< BAR SEATING ONLY again to the Honda Rep boards. 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Expires 1/25'04 ' Anthony Kearns The turning point in Kearns career was 239-774-1880, Hickey's Restaurant and in 1993 when he heard of a coritest- Pub, 239-591-1600, Gorman's Auto Of The Irish "Ireland's Search for a Tenor," which was Service and Tire Center, 239-394-3944, in conjunction with The Bank of Ireland's San Marco Catholic Church Office release of a new ten pound note, com- O 239-394-5181, St. Finbarr's Community CO Tenors Performs monly called a "tenner." He won the com- Center, 239-417-2084, or O'Sullivan's petition singing The Impossible Dream Irish Pub (North Fort Myers) In Concert and Danny Boy as an encore. 239-656-0078. Credit Card sales contact nthony Kearns, an original and From there Kearns appeared on the Irish American Club at > current member of The Irish Ireland's longest running and most popular 239-793-4580 or 239-774-3267. Those ATenors will appear in concert at television show, "The Late Late Show," wishing to attend a reception for Kearns 3 p.m. on Sunday afternoon, January and joined The Irish Tenors. at Erin's Isle immediately following the 18 at St. Finbarr's Community Center, Along with his fellow Tenors, Kearns performance can do so for an additional 10 13250 Tamiami Trail East, Naples. has made several television appearances charge of $10.* Kearns is a true lyric tenor with greal: on high-profile shows such as Live with vocal agility and flexibility. He has a deep Regis and Kelly and The Today Show. love of opera as well as the songs of his Performances filmed live exclusively for Designer native Ireland and he performs both in his public network television have greatly con- solo concerts. tributed to his worldwide visibility and Showcase And "I have a deep love of the music of recognition. Ireland," Kearns said. "And I take great The Irish American Club of Naples, Art Exhibit 2004 pride delivering these songs of our people which brings touring Irish and Irish he Symphony House will hold its all over the World." American talent to Naples each year for Designer Showcase and Exhibit Kearns can be heard on all six of the Anthony Kearns concerts and festivals, is sponsoring 2004 February 14 through 29 Kearns appearance here. T The Irish Tenors CDs, which to date have from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through sold millions of copies. There first CD was ments of the Irish songs in Kearns' reper- Michael F. Ward, president of the Irish Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. Sundays. The Irish Tenors. Their latest release is toire and uses both his musical and American Club of Naples, said that there The exhibit will be held at the We Three Kings, which was the title of comedic talents during their concerts. is truly music for every taste at a Kearns Verandah by the Bonita Bay Group, State the Tenors 17-city U.S. Christmas In the summer of 2002, Healy wrote solo concert. Road 80, two miles east 1-75 Fort Myers. Concert which was performed locally in Hills of Home, a beautifully-crafted lyric "There are incredible arias and classical Nestled among old oak trees in a spec- Fort Myers at the Barbara B. Mann with a haunting melody especially for pieces interspersed with what Kearns tacular setting, The Symphony House Performing Arts Hall in late November. Kearns and it is rapidly becoming Kearns fondly calls the evergreens-as well as a has been designed and built specially for His accompanist is Patrick R. Healy, a signature song. generous dose of Irish music," Ward said. this event. The showcase is the recognized authority on the music of Kearns interest in music began at about "He has developed a very devoted follow- Symphony Society's premier event. Gilbert and Sullivan. For the last ten years, the age of four when he began playing his ing and we have received ticket requests Leading interior designers will transform Healy has produced and performed in the mother's button accordion. He began from people who travel hundreds and in the interior of the Magnolia into a dream annual Gilbert and Sullivan Gala at the singing early in various AU-Ireland singing some cases thousands of miles to attend home. the concert." National Concert Hall in Dublin. festivals, winning several of these competi- continued on page 35 Healy composes most of the arrange- tions throughout his school years. 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Who holds the mark for most relief appearances by a rookie major-league by Terry See are tracking the incoming ball is what pitcher? separates the slow players from the 3. Who was the quarterback of the Washington Redskins when they won Super Tell not only swifter players. Once you've determined Bowl XXVI against Buffalo? has the direction of the incoming ball, 4. Name, the last Big East team before Syracuse in 2003 and Connecticut in Periwinkle "tracking the ball," it is important to 1999 to win the NCAA men's basketball Division I championship. been crowded but react with some sense of urgency and 5. Who was the captain of the Detroit Red Wings before Steve Yzerman took the the tennis courts CO get into position for the next shot. The Q role during the 1986-87 season? here on Sanibel are further distance you must travel should 6. Name the PBA bowler who has been in two different matches where the score busy and tennis play- correlate to larger steps at first and then was a 300-300 tie. ers of all levels are smaller, and yes even tiny steps as you 7. Which Triple Crown horse race did Man o' War not win in 1920? back and eager to fine tune your strike zone to the ball. As get into the game. you approach the ball and move closer Over the holidays I was booked with a to the contact point of the ball, it is also variety of lessons and clinics and a fun- crucial to maintain a low center of gravi- aip ui paiaiuajou SBM aq damental topic I discussed with all my asncoaq 'riqaaQ topnjuay auj. i q(>(>\ pue i^si ut sspQ uuo^ 9 ates /faueQ g ty- u u 3 students was movement on the court. S86I ! BAOUB||I/\ •£ uaidrty ymyi g '866 T UP^ a *°l saureS 88 ui pajeaddc Recovery after the shot is probably u There are four basic aspects of move- rt UEag -g "6061 ! sauiij Q£ jno jnqs aaam saojBuag uo^Suiipe/yv aijx "I ment: court positioning relative to the the most important aspect of your tennis last ball hit, tracking the incoming ball, movement. If you begin your recovery Frymoyer and John Griesbaum, 1. hitting the ball and recovery. movement back into the court immedi- Dunes Men's Golf Right 3: first place (tie), John Basher, ately after the ball leaves your racket, Michael Richmond and Andy Wood, 2; One of the first things I notice when I then you are well on your way to being he results for The Dunes Men's observe tennis players is their movement in place for the next shot. It is important Golf Association's Super Skins second place (tie), Dan Alton, Max Freidersdorf and Hubie Whitaker, 1. on the court. The most common move- to be facing forward while in your recov- Tmatch held on December 31 are ment error I recognize is players moving ery mode so that when you begin track- as follows: Flight 4: first place (tie), Stan when they should be getting balanced Hirschfeld and Dave Parmelee, 2; second ing the ball process, your body is neutral Flight 1: first place, Don Sikkema, 2; and remaining still when they should be and capable of moving in any direction. second place (tie), Tom August, Tony place (tie), Ev Bowie, John Green, Bob moving on the court. Louwers and Bob Maxeiner, 1. Playing tennis is a wonderful oppor- Burke, Ray Caron and Bill McNulty, 1. Where you are on the court when Congratulations to the winners!^ tunity and the better you move, the bet- Flight 2: first place (tie), KK Bigelow, you hit the ball makes a huge difference ter you play. As I tell my students, "no Fred Brodersen, Jim Clark, John on how far you must move to be ready feet, no game." for the next shot. 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Expires February 1,200 Member NASD/SIPC 433-9790 1510 Royal Palm Square Blvo, Suite 103, Fort Myers, FL 33919 son. Although his teams have won more than two-thirds of their games, Sloan has 37 Either You Win Or You Get Fired; never captured an NBA title. Sloan's staying power is a rarity without winning a zfi championship. > That's Almost Certain In Pro Sports Perhaps the recently-fired Rivers summed it up best when he said: g by Ed Frank "You understand as a coach that when things are not working, you're going to be w the first one on the firing line. It's a guarantee when you take the job. You're either g rou've got to wonder why anyone with even a shred of com- going to retire or get fired. And as crazy as it sounds and as risky a job it is, every- , mon sense would want to be a head coach or manager in one of us would do it over again because we love what we're doing and it's what we ^ major professional sports. do." z Oh, they'll probably tell you that it's the challenge and the thrill Several Top Golfers Already Committed For ACE Group Classic. ^ of winning, that it's the opportunity to teach or that it's the motiva- Five of the top players on the Champions Tour have made early commitments to ^ tion to be the best in their given profession. play in the February 9 to 15 Ace Group Classic to be held at The Club at . ' o Probably a more honest answer is the big bucks it pays and the TwinEages in Naples. , io giant ego it provides. • Hale Irwin, Larry Nelson, Dana Quigley, Don Pooley and Bruce Fleisher have S It's certainly not job security as evidenced by the revolving door signed to play in the popular event that brings to this area the top names in senior *" set in motion within hours after the National Football League ended its regular sea- golf. son two weeks ago. Irwin won here in 1997 and 2002, two of his 38 championships on the senior Already fired are six of the NFL's 30 head coaches - Dick Jauron of the Chicago circuit, which include three U.S. Senior Opens and one Ford Senior Players Bears, Jim Fassel, New York Giants; Dave McGinnis, Arizona Cardinals; Gregg Championship. Wiiliams, Buffalo Bills; Bill Callahan, Oakland Raiders; and Dan Reeves, Atlanta Nelson, the 1982 PGA Champion and the 1983 U.S. Open Champion, owns Falcons. 27 career titles spanning his 32 years of professional golf. And it's not just football. In 2003, seven of the 29 coaches in the National Quigley is the ironman of professional golf. His Ace Group Classic next month Basketball Association were shown the door, along with five major league baseball will be his 235th consecutive start - a streak that started back in 1997. He has won managers and seven head coaches in the National Hockey League. more than $1 million dollars on the Champions Tour in each of the last six years. There are eight teams in the NBA's Central Division. Atlanta Coach Terry Starts Pooley was the unanimous winner of the Champions Tour's 2003 Comeback has the most seniority, and he's been on the job for all of one year. Player of the Year Award. After missing the first 12 events last year due to shoulder With few exceptions, the old adage that "winning is the only thing that counts in surgery, he came back to win the Allianz Championship and earned $491,012 in professional sports" rings true year after year. And sometimes, winning isn't even 15 events. "enough. Fleisher, who was the Champions Tour Player of the Year and Rookie of the We all know about Grady Little, who won more than 90 games in each of the Year in 1999, has won 16 times during his four years on tour, including the 2001 two seasons he managed the Boston Red Sox. Because he left his ace pitcher Pedro U.S. Senior Open Championship. Martinez on the hill for too long against the New York Yankees in the deciding Tickets for next month's Ace Group Classic may be purchased by calling 1-877- game of the American League Championship Series, a decision that cost his team FORE-TIX. the pennant, he was out. Everblades Hit Cold Spell. And what about Doc Rivers of the NBA's Orlando Magic? In his two seasons, he When the Florida Everblades lost last weekend 5-3 to the Pensacola Ice Pilots, it took the Magic to the playoffs, but when he started 1-10 this season, he was fired. was the fourth consecutive road loss and the team's fifth loss in the last six games. His successor, Johnny Davis, is only 7-16. The team had a season record starting this week of 18-9-5 and is in second place in When Tom Kelly retired as manager of the Minnesota Twins after the 2001 sea- the Southern Division of the East Coast Hockey League. son, he had been the dean of all coaches and managers in the four major sports - The Everbiades remain on the road until next Tuesday, when they face the same baseball, football, basketball, and hockey - with 16 years at the helm. Pensacola Ice Pilots at TECO Arena.^ Today, that honor is held by Jerry Sloan of the Utah Jazz who is in his 16th sea- Erics Tuesday Tour of Homes Tuesday, January 13, 2004 2477 Wulfert Rd. 5055 Joewood Dr. 1350 Tahiti Drive 9267 Belding Drive Seascape #306 Sealoft#108 Sanctuary Country Club Gulf Ridge Subdivision Near Beach Home Close To School (Rec Center) 3145 West Gulf Drive 1799 Middle Gulf Drive $1,395,000 $3,995,000 $478,000 $449,000 $1,495,000 $559,000 10:00-10:15 a.m. 10:25-1040 a.m. 10:50 -11:05 a.m. 11:15-11:30 a.m. 11:40-11:55 a.m. 12:05 -12:20 p.m. The Tuesday Tour of Homes is a quick and easy way to preview several homes in a couple hours without any Virtual Tours and detailed pressure or hassle. It's also a great way to learn which homes property information and features are available within your price range. available at www.ericpfeifer.com Here's how it works: On Tuesday, January 13, 2004, we will e-mail: [email protected] begin the tour at the first property above at 10:00 a.m. Feel 239-472-5187 (x259) free to drive by the homes before their scheduled times, but 800-553-7338 (x259) don't be late once the tour starts for the homes you want to 239-472-5257 (Evenings) preview. There will be lots of other buyers on the tour, and 239-851-3699 (Cell) show times are exact. If you have questions, or would like to include your home in an ; S O CT /*• * T" ST% '"* « S% JINM /"'*{. Jam r ' •* ' «t Eric Pfeifer, Realtor upcoming Tuesday Tour, please call Eric Pfeifer today. matched with a community mentor until f $87,832 Awarded high school graduation, which helps to Teen Scene ensure student success." In Matching Students who receive the scholarship Pull Up To The Drive-In Movie Night must sign a contract in which they agree Scholarship Funds to maintain good grades and behavior he Foundation for Lee County while remaining crime and drug-free. The Public Schools, Inc., has received a unique aspect of this program is the men- Tmatching grant of $87,832 from tors who will provide support and encour- Florida Prepaid. The funds are for the agement to the students during their high Foundation's Take Stock In Children school years. Upon graduation, if they Scholarship program, which provides have fulfilled their pledge, the students financially disadvantaged 9th grade pub- receive two years tuition to be used at a lic school students the opportunity to Florida community college followed by receive a four-year college tuition schol- two years tuition at a Florida state universi- • *. * • z. i f arship. ty. The Take Stock in Children scholarship Call Teresa Riska-Hall at The program requires that prepaid tuition Foundation for Lee County Public scholarships be purchased with a 50/50 Schools, Inc., at 337-0433 for more public-private sector match. The founda- information on becoming a donor or men- tion is seeking corporate and individual tor with the Take Stock In Children pro- donations to match the grant by March gram. The scholarship application is avail- 15. able at local high schools as well as at "We depend on the generosity of the. www.leeschoolfoundation.org ;& business community and individual donors to help us raise the matching funds for this Island teens Britt DeGennaro, Justin Messinger, Bronzen Winters and John-Michael Hodge grant," said Darlene Ann Grossman, pres- ident of the foundation. Brenda Brunette Tate of Sanibel and adies and Gentlemen: the Teen Scene is back in action for the spring semes- her husband have decided to fund a Take ter. Swing by the Rec Center at any time to pick up this semester's Teen Stock in Children scholarship. "We made LScene brochure. The opening activity this month will be a van trip to the North this decision because of my positive men- Side Drive-in Movie Theater in North Fort Myers. It will be hdd'on Friday, January toring experience with a Cape Coral High VEHICLES MUST 16. Departure time from rec will be about 5:30 p.m. The cost is $10. Any interest- student," said Burnette. "It's gratifying to YIELD TO ed 7th and 8th graders should contact Nick Brown or Dave DeFonzo by January know that a donation to the Take Stock 15. PEDESTRIANS IN Later in the month the Junior Optimist Club will be having a dance (Friday, program will be leveraged at least two t ways. First, it is matched by state funds; CROSSWALKS January 23) at SCA. On January 30, the Friday night before the Super Bowl, the and second, each scholarship recipient is Rec Center's Teen Scene will hold the Super 'Chipper Dipper' Bowl II — a blind AND INTERSECTIONS taste test that will pit friend against friend and taste bud against taste bud. So in the meantime, buckle up and get ready for a drive-in movie night! # All Things PURPLE Sale */ GOLF DAY OR NIGHT 20% Off Anything PURPLE \ Summerlin Ridge Golf Center J\ 16750 Pine Ridge Road, Ft. Myers Ih^by.te Chic (Only 3 miles from Sanibel & Ft. Myers Beach) in vogue interiors _. „ „, Island Plaza Shopping Center 18 hole UGHTED" executive golf course 239-415-1088 85 15675McGr£ r B vd>Ft MyaS Driving Range with 20 Grass Tees We buy clean used furniture ^"uSat iTT P , ' ' ' Next to Lucille's Consignment Pro Shop & Snack Bar - Rental Clubs Available 18 HOLE GREEN FEE $26.42 Electric carts available. KEN FREY Realtor- "EXPERIENCE THE POWER OF KNOWLEDGE" 239-910-3549 •800-820-1043 www.realsanibel.com 1 f/5H - Steve Fisher That Is! Bay front unit with 760 SEXTON DRIVE, UNIT 1031 Fall asleep to the sound of the t|f SUNWARD OF SANIBEL #202 renovated kitchen and surf in this second floor, Gulf- Jjjil baths. 1st floor walkout front condo! Located on West Ijlj Gulf Dr. in small, 8 unit complex ||jj| offering great conve- with lush grounds, private pool ||l|| nience. Complex has and tennis. Condo features ||||l 2 pools, tennis courts, large eat-in kitchen, beautiful jj|jj| furnishings and Gulf of Mexico mg| fishing pier and beach view almost throughout. iHHI access. Boat dockage Asking $1,085,000 Furnished. ^» upon availability. Great Call Steve Fisher. •• 2BR,2BA unit with bay "IT'S THE EXPERIENCE!" view. $450,000. '^Stf of the islands Over 27 Year Island Resident/Realtor ^f 472-2311 REMAX International Hall of Fame Beachview Hosts New If The 2004 Sanctuary CO Year's Eve Tournament Community Golf Challenge Saturday, January 31, 2004 Lunch 11:00 • Shotgun Start at 12:45 Four-person scramble. Make up your own foursome or let our pro team you up. All players receive tournament favors. Cocktail reception, hors d'oeuvres, awards, and helicopter ball drop raffle $225 per person Ken Johnstone, Diane Felker, Chip Specht and Allan Kennedy by Brian Johnson ore than 20 players Mcame out to Beautiful and Dangerous 12th Hole Signature 4th Hole Along Pine Island Sound Beachview Tennis Club on New Year's Proceeds benefit the Sanibel School Fund, (via the Community Foundation of Sanibel- Eve to take part in Captiva). The Sanibel School Fund will provide furniture, equipment, and resources of all the First Annual types forth e new addition to the Sanibel School. Champagne Make check payable to? Community Foundation of Sanibel-Captiva. Challenge, a round robin mixed doubles The Foundation will direct tournament proceeds to the Sanibel School Fund. tennis tournament. The Foundation is a 501 (c) (3) charitable organization It was a balmy Space is limited so send in your entry now. Mail your check to Art Smithwick, The Florida day and each group played four Sanctuary Golf Club, 2801 Wulfert Road, Sanibel, FL 33957. Include your local phone sets with no-add number and golf handicap. Special Sponsorship Opportunities are available. For questions scoring. Ken about the tournament or sponsorships call Art Smithwick at the Sanctuary Golf Club Pro Johnstone and Georgia Buck, Bob Kern, Val Hotchkiss and Lex Felker Shop at 472-6223 or Event Chair Chuck Ketteman at 395-9628. Carolyn Swiney won all of their matches and took first place in the tournament. Donna Leahy and Pete Rodriguez finished second. "This was great - a wonderful way to start New Year's Eve," said player, Allan saviibe. [covyyiectiovi.corvi A^ Kennedy. "This is the first of many fun social events we will have at Beachview this year," PRICE REDUCED! WEST GULF DRIVE, GULF FRONT HOME added pro shop manager Kyle Miller. Private home sits atop a high ridge over- New head pro, Mitch Hodge, ran the tournament and is planning a number of looking the Gulf of Mexico on a lot mea- events in the coming months. He has been on the phone with Johan Kriek in an effort to bring the fomer ATP star back for the Make-A-Wish fundraiser in March. suring about 100' by 400'. 3BR, 2BA and There will be a member-guest tournament on January 17 and 18. The Sanibel City a wonderful office/artist studio on the sec- Open Championships will be held on February 6 through 8. Those interested in signing KB* ond level which has an open sun deck and up for the tournaments or getting involved in the new tennis activities at Beachview can a wall of windows overlooking the beach, call the club at 472-9099.* r * 'I trees and Gulf of Mexico. $2,585,000. THIS IS CAPTIVA AT ITS BEST Unique island style home on Roosevelt Channel offering deep-water access off private dock and 20' of private beach. 3BR, 2BA, vaulted ceilings, fire- place, large open and screened porches. All rooms and porches with water views. A long shell dtive- wav leads to this secluded hideawav. surrounded b\ nopii.il wp.r.!rion OfiiicJ tin Sl,9"5,000. A naturally beautiful and challenging golf course and new state-of-the-art tennis LAKEFRONT SEAGULL ESTATES . lome with awesome lake view and very near the beach. facility await you on This 3BR, office/den, 11BA, expanded "Pelican Sanibel Island. Model" home has been thoughtfully remodeled. Beautiful wood floors, new kitchen, office, half bath, • Full Service Pro Shop nd master bath with separate tub and walk-in shower, •Open To The Public 1 o name just a few of the amenities. Community pool, • PGA Professional Available club house, beach access and tennis. $890,000. Par 17-18 hole championship golf course • Tournament and League Play laid out along the Sanibel River. • 2004 Memberships Available ; ,I CLAUDIA BONNIST FREY, GRI : 1100 Par View Drive, Sanibel Island At A Limited Time ", • BROKER/ASSOCIATE • 910-3555 • 800-233-8829 Golf 239.472.2626 • Tennis 239.472.9099 www.beachviewgolfclub.com Reduced Rate sanibelconnection. com 4| Poetic Voices Passersby in bathing suits Book Signing Come up to share, to shake each hand. selected by Don Brown Southwest Florida woman's romance with a flamboyant attor- I'or consideration, THE MAGIC THREE ney fizzles on the eve of the whirl- p/i'ase send typed A wind wedding. To her horror, Angie [\jems with a short by Cecie Munkenbeck biography to Island Reynolds discovers that she hasn't been Sun, 1640 Periwinkle jilted. She's been swindled out of the Wai;, Suite 2, Sanibel, 1 went for a walk in the middle of the night cash she needs to run a faltering interior FL 33957 Attn-.Don and something walked behind me. Brown or send a design business instead. That's for open- Microsoft Word I turned and saw an unexpected sight ers in the suspense novel, The Don attachment to don- a beast done up in horizontal stripe. Juan Con by Sara Williams. She reads brow*@ alum.mit.edu You ask, "What beast?" and you've got it right. from her new novel and signs copies for One needs to know what follows in the night. readers Saturday, January 10, at 3 p.m, So I tried again but I could not see at the Sanibel Island Book Shop, 1711 cause Moon was caught in our tallest tree Periwinkle Way. SNAPSHOT I had to wait 'til Moon broke free. Williams' hardback novel was chosen kenbeck Then I saw Elephant all dressed in stripes as the lead mystery title for the opening of by Cecie Munkenbeck wrinkled face and smiling eyes. Big Surprise! Archebooks, an Atlanta, Georgia publish- He wore pajamas just like me! A bird bath er. For an advance look at the book, read- On shell strewn beach at sunset time was strapped and buckled to his back. His trunk ers can |og on to archebooks.com and I see four people meet: wound round a ruby crown he placed between download free samples of the first few A glowing bride in floating veil my ears. He swung me high and suddenly chapters of this complex thriller. Things A groom, face flushed the bird bath was a perfect throne for me. might look dark at the start for Angie perspiring in his rented tux, At the 17th tree we turned toward the sea. Reynolds. Not to worry, they quickly get shifting shiny shoes in sand, We waved to the Moon Man, who gave us a grin, worse. sent streams of moon beams from his great height A minister, The recently widowed heroine finds A camera man. 'til our stripes turned silver and hibiscus bright. Then Moon Man's path rippled out across the sea herself bankrupt and clinically depressed. And dolphins leapt in jubilee. She turns to the police, only to discover They choose the time she's just one of several victims in the When sun and water meet, El's trunk raised high and sent into the night a full blown fanfare of exuberant delight. same area, one of whom is now dead. To make their vows: The fact that sweetheart swindlers am dev- a murmuring above When Cecie Munkenbeck was six-years old, she made ilishly hard to prosecute doesn't deter the lap of waves, up her first poem one night in bed. When her mother Angie from teaming up with a police they lightly purse their lips, asked her to read it at her next dinner party, Cecie detective. She proceeds to go after I do, I do. realized she was a poet! Much later, she studied Anthony Abruzzi, who poses as a criminal With care they put their rings in place with Annie Cook at Big Arts and pined Sanibel defense attorney, but proves to be a des- and lose themselves in fond embrace. Writing Group 2. With Barbara Joyce she produced an perate criminal in a mid-life crisis. The illustrated children's bird book,Come Fly With Me. chase starts in the fictional Deleon, Lost sun bequeaths a radiance It sold out on Sanibel and was popular with her 15 Sky pink and gold enfolds the land. grandchildren. TAX PLANNING IN FLORIDA. ... "Wildlife Views..." Smith Barney invites you to a Breakfast Workshop overlooking Lake Murex! 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Children 16 years and younger From page 21 of ruined victims across the country, wind- must be accompanied by an adult. Long 41 ing up in the pristine San Juan Islands sleeves, long pants, close-toed shoes" and Great Blue Heron north of Seattle, where an even nastier socks and mosquito repellent are recom- surprise awaits: Angie's own mother is mended. Call 997-0012 for more infor- On Monday afternoon Dr. McNamara came in on her day off to help Dr. PJ with slated to be Anthony's final romance. mation.^ the operation. Ordinarily Robyn Johnson or Chastity Ann Turner would serve as anes- Sara Williams is a former News-Press thesiologist, but on this day neither was in, so Dr. PJ and Dr. McNamara handled it. staff writer and columnist. "I learned about "As soon as we opened the great blue up, he lost a lot of blood which had been sweetheart swindlers while working for the Stories From accumulating at the fracture site," said Dr. PJ. "There had been extensive bruising and paper," Williams said. "I once teamed up fluid accumulation. The soft tissue looked like hamburger. Usually the body will reabsorb with reporters around the South who World Religions the old blood, but sometimes it must be drained." Dr. PJ went into the surgery concerned that the humerus bone was "split" and helped put one of these charmers in jail. torytelling, as an important elemen As the years went by, I noticed that similar would not align properly. It was not an easy procedure, but the two managed to get the in preserving religion in all parts of fracture pinned and the wound sutured within the hour. stories turned up now and then on televi- the world, will be the focus of the sion crime shows. These stories usually S "I had some doubts during the surgery, but by the end it turned out better than monthly meeting of the Tamiami Tale expected," said Dr. PJ. focus on the police work. What I've done Tellers (TTT) on Thursday night, in my novel is hone in on .the psychologi- " The bird recovered nicely from the operation and was soon alert and standing. In a January 15, at the Grand Court, 8351 couple days he began to eat on his own. cal devastation suffered by the victim and College Parkway in Fort Myers. the cynicism of the criminal. What I aim to The staff moved the great blue to a private room on the top floor of the clinic where do in this novel is to warn women not to "Inspirational and spiritual stories have no one would disturb him. Dr. PJ checked the wound on January 5 and was pleased mix up their emotions with their bank also been the means of interpreting the with the way it looked. The staff will monitor the great blue and begin physical therapy accounts." basic philosophy of all religions in all parts in the coming weeks.^ . of our global community," according to For more information, call Hollie at TTT spokesperson Bert MacCarry, of Sanibel Island Bookshop, 472-5223.* Sanibel. "Members of TTT may choose to tell stories from their own religion or from| another religion — stories.as found in Astronomy authentic storytelling collections or in • other publications. These stories usually Nights 2004 have a universal message which tends to nother season of stargazing and link people of all religions rather than VASANTA SENERAT CPA, P.A. planet watching is here! This divide them." CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANT Ayear's Astronomy Nights program TTT meetings are held the third starts up again on Saturday, January 25, Thursday of each month and are free and Accounting and Tax Preparation for 2004. The SWFL Astronomical Society open to the public, ages five to 95. Both will be on hand with telescopes for plan- tellers and listeners are welcome. For Business • Individuals • Non Residents et viewing and plenty of advice on information, call 472-1781.* stargazing, buying a telescope and more. SANIBEL • 472-6000 FORT MYERS The program will run from 7 to 9 p.m. 1633 Periwinkle Way • Anchor Point 418-0008 Fee is $2 per person (non-members), free for members of The Children's Science South Seas \~ SPECIALISTS FOR EVERY DREAM Sanibel & Captiva Properties SOUTH SEAS • SUNDIAL INTERVAL OWNERSHIPS • GENERAL REAL ESTATE FABLLOUS SANCTUARY LOCATION! EAST END TOWNHOME lluild the Magnificent Shark Model on this fabulous li>i Located in a private enclave of 11 townhomes, Cyprina Beach perfectly placed between the 9th and 17th fairways- #10 offers 2 large BR + a den, 2BA. garage, large kitchen with 3BR/5BA, Guest Suite and Den. 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For under the following basic policy: no additional information or willingness to charge is ever made for a service but volunteer some hours, call FISH at donations are greatly appreciated; client 472-0404. For emergencies, call 911.0 A naturally beautiful and challenging golf course and new state-of-the-art tennis facility await you on Sanibel Island. Elaine Adler, Al Hanser and Susan Peck he Children's Education Center of the Islands will hold its annual fundraiser on MEMBER/GUEST TOURNAMENT Saturday, February 7, at The Dunes Golf & Tennis Club from 6 to 10 p.m. The January 17 & 18 T2004 Reach For The Stars - A Night In Vegas will feature fabulous food, three- hour open bar, a Vegas-style show, dancing, casino-style gambling for charity, "Hit, ' Five Sub-Irrigated HydroGrid Clay Courts Stay or Fold - Last Man Standing Raffle" with a guaranteed purse of over $5,000 in 1 Full Service Pro Shop: Nike, Fila, Babolat, Stringing Available •".. £»' i t cash and a few other surprises. The Sanibel-Captiva Trust Company is proud to be the ' Open Tournaments title sponsor of this grand event. 1 The fundraiser is a major component of the scholarship fund that benefits many Lessons, Clinics, Round Robins local families. • 2004 Memberships Available At A Limited Time Reduced Rate Please help the community's children become the bright stars of tomorrow by sup- 1100 Par View Drive, Sanibel Island porting 2004 Reach For tiie Stars - A Night In Vegas. Tickets are available now. For Golf 239.472.2626 • Tennis 239.472.9099 more information on tickets sales, "Hit, Stay or Fold - Last Man Standing Raffle," dona- www.beachviewgolfclub.com tions or sponsorship, call the Children's Education Center of the Islands at 472-4538.^ Your "Island Homesite Experts'™ Zurbriggen Financial brokers/ CALL OUR OFFICE TODAY "Helping You Cross The Bridge To Financial Success" consultants 239-472-2255 • Out-of-State 800-553-2246 • Family Wealth Management of sanibel, inc. 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Direct sailboat access with dock. , Film Notes House Of Sand And Fog And In America rrETT3~ • by Priscilla Friedersdorf vo of the best films of the year are now on the screens of Middle Eastern music in the back- local theaters and they both deal with the plight of the ground and hear Kingsley's mono- I !°immigran' t to our country. House of Sand and Fog leaves X irr logue about his past which begins, the moviegoer shaken and nearly speechless with emotion after "The Ayatoilah ripped the soul from witnessing the powerful and masterfully controlled performance our country..." he mourns the loss his ot Sir Ben Kingsley. The entire cast, which includes Jennifer former house overlooking the Connelly is superb, but it is Kingsley, in the role of Colonel Caspian Sea and the life of privilege Behrani, a former aide to the Shah of Iran, whose brilliant acting and respect he enjoyed there. To tell you will never forget. Behrani, who fled the country after the overthrow of the Shah you more about this wonderful film, by me Ayatoilah Khomeni, is trying to rebuild his family's life in the United States adapted from the novel of the same One of his efforts is to find a house that they can afford, fix up and resell to earn a name by Andre Dubus III and sensi- proht. A scheme that is familiar to most of us. In the course of pursuing his plan he tively directed by Vadim Perelman, comes in conflict with a typical California dropout, Kathy Nicolo (Connelly) irre- would spoil the tension of the plot for sponsible, drug and alcohol addicted, adrift, immature, but cunningly manipulative in you. Don't miss it. her pathetic neediness. In America by director Jim From the opening scene, when we witness a splendid wedding with dancing and Sheridan, who also directed My Left Foot and The Crying Game, is another view of immigration. This story is based on Sheridan's own family. A couple and their two little girls from Ireland enter the United States through Canada and there is a fear and pall over the family that is more than geographic resettlement. They are mourning the death of their son and brother. They settle in the loft of a slum apartment building in New York and take each difficulty that pre- sents itself with an equanimity and philosophical acceptance possible only for a family who knows there are worse things in the world than poverty. The cast of Paddy Considine and Samantha Morton in their roles as the parents are expertly underplayed and overshadowed only by the superb performances of the two little girls played by real sisters Emma and Sarah Bolger. A thought provoking film to make you feel good about life and more understanding of hardships, not just of immigrants'to our country, but also of the resident poor and struggling in the slums of our cities.^ Series #1 40IK For Small Business WORKSHOP OBJECTIVE INTRODUCE • EDUCATE • ILLUSTRATE Tuesday, January 20 Complimentary lunch 10:00 a.m. at the Island Cow Sanibel Community House Call for reservation 2173 Periwinkle Way 472-7811 Sanibel Island Seating is limited MICHAEL P. ARNHEITER Michael P. Anheirer investment advisor representative with Eagie Strategies, a registered investment advisor and subsidiary of NYLIFE Securities Inc. also a subsidiary of New York Life Insurance Coi >mpany size of their body that predators are wary of. A Sable's horns are shaped like a scimitar ¥ Zoo's New Year Baby In Like A Lamb, and can be just as deadly. Their horns curve back anywhere between three and five feet and have successfully gored would-be attackers to death - including lions! jjj But Will Grow Up To Take Out A Lion At Caribbean Gardens, the zoo's professional keeper staff takes additional precau- tions around this species. Keepers do not enter the exhibit with the Sable as they do ^ A t just a couple with many other antelope species. To allow for the daily cleaning, the keepers have < Z_A months of age, the trained the Sables to enter a secure paddock area where the antelope enjoy one of their 2 A *zoo's newest baby daily meals. Afterwards, the antelope family returns to the larger exhibit. < looks furry and cuddly. Guests can now enjoy seeing the whole Sable family as they graze on the hillside _>_ When she grows up, how- next to Lake Victoria in the zoo. Nearby, passengers on the Primate Expedition Cruise ever, even Africa's tough- can also see a few more of the zoo's recent births. The black and white Colobus est predators will think Monkeys, also from Africa, have added three babies to their troop in the past year. twice before taking her on. She's Africa's Sable Caribbean Gardens: The Zoo in Naples welcomes guests into a 52-acre zoo and Antelope and she can cur- botanical garden. A variety of innovative presentations and activities are offered all day. rently be seen nursing and Small troops of lemurs, apes, and monkeys live in natural habitats on the island; visited grazing with her already by guided catamarans on the Primate dangerous mom and dad Expedition Cruise. In addition to the histori- at Caribbean Gardens: The cal plantings dating back to 1919, the gar- Zoo in Naples. den features a variety of animals from apes to zebras and is the only zoo in Florida to Although born eight feature all four of Africa's top predators weeks ago, her birth is just including the endangered African wild dogs being announced because of as well as the rarest variety of tigers in the young Sable's defense America. Caribbean Gardens is nationally strategy against predators. accredited by the American Zoo and Zoo guests rarely see the Aquarium Association and is located in the calf early on because sable Sable antelope mother and calf heart of Naples at 1590 Goodlette-Frank calves hide in the grass in the zoo, just like in the wild. Road across from Coastland Center, the Their defense strategy is quite effective. After mom gives birth, she cleans up the calf zoo is open daily from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 and moves away from the baby. While the baby hides from carnivores for these first p.m. Daily admission is $15.95 for adults weeks, the mother stays in the locale where the calf is hidden and stands guard. Adult and $9.95 for children ages 4 to 15 and Sables have a scent gland in, their feet that predators can track, so when its time to includes entrance to all shows and the nurse, the calf comes out to meet mom. The youngsters have not yet developed these cruise. Guests may also experience after scent glands and so do not leave a scent trail. If the calf doesn't appear, the mother lets dark tours of the zoo using night vision out a piercing whistle reminiscent of a birdcall. After nursing and being cleaned, the calf scopes guided by the zoo's director. For returns to a new hiding place so its overall scent doesn't build up in any one spot. more info, call the Caribbean Gardens At birth and when still young, the sable fears death from a number of predators. 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January 2004 January 11 D CO CITY OF FORT MYERS STRING BAND gives another free public concert in its 2004 season series this afternoon at 2 p.m. in the Ballroom of the Hall of the 50 States at 2254 Edwards Drive. Everyone is invited. Call 945-2554 or 334-3330 for additional * Indicates a multi-date event details. January 9 > * ART LEAGUE OF BONITA SPRINGS, 26100 Old 41 Road, Bonita Springs January 12 holds a 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Opening Reception for its "Annual Members Exhibitbn * ALLIANCE FOR THE ARTS "Winter 2004 Arts Classes and Workshops" are pre- •O 2004." Works by league members will be on display through January 30. Public admis- sented weekdays and weekends through March 20. Subjects include drawing and paint- K> sion is free. Call 495-8989 for more details. ing in various media, career enrichment, interior design, jewelry-making, painted furni- ture, photography, printmaking, writing, yoga, etc. for adults. In addition, art, dance, "Art Might on Pine Island" hosted each month "in season" by nine galleries oh Pine music and theatrical performance programs for children (and parents) are offered. Call Island (from Crossed Palms in Bokeelia, to Matlacha Art Gallery in Matiacha, to Potter's the Alliance, 10091 McGregor Boulevard, at 939-2787 or visit www.artinlee.org for Workshop and Gallery in St. James City, etc.) happens tonight from 4 to complete details. 9 p.m. All nine galleries have featured artists in-person and special "open house events to interest and entertain visitors and passersby. Free admission to all galleries. Gill 283- BARBARA B. MANN PERFORMING ARTS HALL, 8099 College Parkway, show- 2283 or 283-6453. cases Capitol Steps a troupe-of former Congressional staffers, now traveling the country satirizing their former employers, in tonight's 7:30 p.m. performance. Call * FLORIDA REP performs All My Sons, Arthur Miller's classic award-winninj drama 481-4849 for tickets. about two families enduring the current? of terrible war and magnificent love. Performances are 8 p.m. Tuesday to Saturday, and 2 p.m. Sunday (with some eddition- * CAPE CORAL ARTS STUDIO, 4533 Coronado Pkwy, offers a seven-week al Saturday matinees and Sunday evening performances) through February 1, in the his- "Winter Class Session" of 50 plus day and evening fine arts and crafts instruction for toric downtown Arcade Theatre, 2267 First Street. Call the theatre box office at 332- adults and youth Monday to Saturday through March 8. Call 574-0802 for class sched- 4488 to reserve $15 to $32 tickets. ules, registration fees and all other details. * LEE CMC CENTER at 11831 Bayshore Road, North Fort Myers, hosts a Wee- January 13 day "Log Home Show." Hours are noon to 8 p.m. today, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. tomorrow and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. Call the box office at 543-7469 for additional informa- SEAWEED GALLERY, with galleries on both Sanibel and Captiva, celebrates its tion. , new Captiva gallery opening on Andy Rosse Lane with a reception for the public featur- ing meet-the-artists, live music, an auction and catered foods. 472-1167. January 10 January 14 BIG ARTS at 900 Dunlop Road, Sanibel, presents the famed classical Gabriilli Trio (violin, piano and cello) in performance in Schein Hall. Call 395-0900 to reserve $30 ART LEAGUE OF BONITA SPRINGS, 26100 Old 41 Road, Bonita Springs, hosts tickets. an all- day trip to Miami for a visit to the Lowe Museum at the University of Miami and to Vizcaya. The Lowe Museum is exhibiting a survey of printmaking art, folk art of ESTERO ART LEAGUE holds a 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. "Art Show" at the United continued on page 48 BEST LOCATION! PRE-CONSTRUCTION BARGAIN! ACT NOW! 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The evening's special guest Franchisors often attract strong manage- f Shell Point Kicks Wellness Center, a chapel, expanded din- speaker is television legend, Art Iinkletter, rial owners who have the local expertise ing and program facilities and enhanced who will share warm and witty stories and a strong desire to succeed — a win, 3 Off Health Care living areas within The Pavilion. Buoyed about his life in show business, as well as win situation. by the hopes and aspirations of a broad- his personal experiences with The more boundaries come down, I Renaissance based family of supporters, the campaign healthcare.^ the more traveling and business occurs, n Tuesday, January 13, Shell goal is to raise $5 million to enhance the the more likely we are to see real estate (Point Retirement Community $9 million investment Shell Point has International transacted internationally. Some of the cordially invites members of the committed to help achieve the highest major real estate franchises from the O: level of skilled nursing care possible. The U.S. have already moved into Germany media to witness the kick-off of the largest health care renaissance to be renovation will be conducted by Real Estate and other areas of Europe. Salespersons undertaken by the community in its 36- Jorgensen-Spurgeon of Sarasota, a con- byJBNovelli are learning the real estate laws and tax year history. struction company that specializes in implications of purchasing in foreign health care renovations and is expected to franchising is fast lands so that they can help their respec- Groundbreaking for The Arbor be completed in 2007. ' becoming the tive clients through international transac- At 10 a.m. Shell Point VIPs, residents Medical Center Dedication method of choice tions.# • and local dignitaries will attend a formal for cross-border expan- groundbreaking event for The Arbor, Immediately following the commence- JB Noveili is a licensed real estate ment, a ribbon cutting and dedication cer- sion of business. broker of 36 years in New York and Shell Point's newest assisted living and According to the medical clinic to be located in The emony will herald the opening of the on Sanibel. Medical Center. This newly-constructed International Franchise Woodlands community. The $32 million Association in state-of-the-art facility will be built by home to Shell Point's dedicated team of medical doctors, as well as the Shell Point Washington, DC, more Wright Construction and is scheduled for than one-third of all completion in 2006, eventually accommo- Pharmacy, is located directly adjacent to The Pavilion, keeping the all-important retail sales in the United States occurs in PERSONAL dating up to 164 residents on four floors. a franchised organization. That trans- The Arbor will include a large central medical team centered right in the heart WATERCRAFT of the community. The beautiful two-story lates into more than 560,000 fran- commons building that will contain a din- chisees employing more than eight mil- Personal Watercraft are prohib-' ing facility, a library, gathering rooms and building, which has 14,000 square feet of space at a cost of $2.4 million, was con- lion people and generating $800 billion ited within the boundaries of the JN medical offices. The residential areas will in sales. "Ding" Darling National. Wildlife Refuge. have social and game rooms, living room structed by Pinkerton & Laws areas for casual relaxation and country Construction Company of Orlando, Fast food, gasoline, computer and Operators of personal watercraft must kitchens on every floor. Florida. Tours of the facility will be hosted computer softare, hotels and real estate obey all waterway regulations the same by The Pavilion Auxiliary, a group of vol- francises have been successful with the as any other vessel. Pavilion Commencement unteer residents dedicated to improving franchising concept in the United States. Dignitaries, residents and VIPs will Marine Environment Regulations Brochure Available At the quality of life for short and long-term Think of all the possibilities with the Sanibel City Hall, 800 Dunlop Road. regroup at 2 p.m. to witness the begin- residents of the nursing facility. onset of free trade worldwide. So many ning of a new level of excellence in health The Heart of It All Gala areas of the world are just starting to care as a major renovation for The The exciting climax of the day takes collect information on franchising. Pavilion skilled nursing facility begins. The place at 7 p.m. in The Village Church as The foreign public more easily identi- Heart of It All campaign will provide the residents and management join together means to fulfill Shell Point's ambitious fies with American brand names, mak- to celebrate the launch of The Heart of It ing it easier to get up and running faster. Spectacular Listings When Only The Best Will Do.... Sanibel & Captiva's Leading Real Estate Team Real Estate Team CaJI]oe,]om, Jeff oiWmy Burns iMimmiu www.bumsfMilytem.com We have the nicest Gulf front and Gulf View units Vote( From the moment you turn from West Gulf Drive into the Royal Palm lined cobble- stone entry, you know Wedgewood is one of the very best condominium residences on the Islands. Unit 213 Gulf Views $729,000 Upon entering this spacious Gulf front residence, you know that no expense has been Unit 203 Gulf Views $728,500 spared to make it a most comfortable and beautiful home. You will immediately real- Best ize that this particular condominium enjoys the best location money can buy! Realtors The panoramic view of die Gulf of Mexico and the Beach to the south and west from this Wedgewood unit will be a constant enjoyment for you, the sunset views are mag- 2003 nificent. ' All offerings are subject to errors, omissions, Proudly offered for $2,990,000. change of price or withdrawal witfieirt prior notice. Call for a complete and detailed information and your private showing. COLDWELL TRUST YOUR LISTING TO The Perfect Condo ANKER Absolutely gorgeous direct Gulf news from this 2nd /MARSHA CLIFFORD floor, 2 bed, 2 bath unit Master BR directly on Gulf. Den SELLING REAL ESTATE ON THE ISLANDS SINCE 1982 with twin Murphy beds could be 3rd bedroom. Weekly INTERNATIONAL" 239-472-2311 • 800-388-2311 • 239-472-2902. [email protected] rental with great rental income. Coldwell Banker $1,125,000 Furnished Residential Real Estate, Inc I of me islands #io RE/MAX AGENT IN FLORIDA 9/02 sweaty and hungry for supper after a raderie as we did when we were 10 and (Bailey's) or Ron Orr 472-0345 (City Reflections couple of hours of several innings of a didn't know we couldn't always compete Recreation). And I imagined again field- neighborhood softball game or a spirited at the same level on the playing fields. ing a ball, getting an out at first base or Babe basketball game of Horse. We are individuals now with different picking off a runner. Maybe someone by Priscilla Friedersdorf I was reminded of this while compet- abilities, just as when we were children would call out to me, "Great catch, CO ing in an afternoon tennis 'round robin then with various ages and heights; now babe!!" 1 think it will be worth a try.# j XT ififee in many open mostly to women and a few men sexually and physically stigma free once I wawayv s comes who join us. From another court I heard more. J *fulf circle and a male voice cheer his partner on, But still "viva la difference." One per- FISHING one of these ways "Great shot, Babe!" Now with a very few is in the friendly son said, "This group smells better than REGULATIONS exceptions, it has been a long time since the men's group." There is a new and competition of any one of us has been thought of, or Fishing regulations are sport. Softball, bas- perceptible fashion consciousness and a indeed we have thought of ourselves, as lighthearted atmosphere on the courts established by the State of Florida and ketball, football are "babe." We are, as the French would include required salt water licenses for among the sports not formerly apparent. say, women of "uncertain age." But the I paused yesterday before the sign on boat angler and non-resident anglers. that while young, word had a lovely ring to it and I know regardless of sex or the door of Bailey's General Store invit- Regulations and licences are available at she played even harder; I did, just over- ing participation in a softball league. The ability, we would simply "take turns and hearing the phrase. local fishing tackle stores. choose up sides." You would come in sign read: Softball (Old Folks) If you are Marine Environment Regulations Brochure Available At with your brothers as daylight faded, Some barrier has come down; we interested in playing and are over 60 or Sanibel City Hall, 800 Dunlop Road. play with enthusiasm enjoying the cama- not so good call Sam 472-1516 4 bedroom, 4 bath on over 300' of lake frontage • Great East end location Featuring over 3,000+ sq. ft. of living Fabulous water views Formal living & dining rooms plus family room • Renovated 3. bedroom, 3.5 bath + office 5 bedroom, 4.5 bath 3 bedroom, 2 bath Double lot site with workshop, pool • Canal w/dock and boat lift Situated on over 1 acre Close to beach High ceilings, fireplace, gourmet kitchen • Community pool, tennis, & beachside club room Outstanding craftsmanship & quality Community heated pool & tennis $799,900 in Ft Myers (101856) •$1,950,000(102647) $1,549,000 < 103198) $549,000(103876) 472-5187x215 Jim & Penny Hetmanek • 472-5187 x219/202 Mike McMurray • 472-5187 x250 Debbie Staley • 472-5187 x258 5 Acres - Really Yacht Club Area •••§! 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Find You Place with a "Hometown" Realtor5! Sotheby's Find Your PJaee With (VJP find Your Pl^ce witK yiP Realty Group! INTERNATIONAL REALTY 48 From page 45 Calendar o India, and its excellent, diverse ] ermanent collections. Gheck-in for buses leaving from CO. the Center is 7:45 a.m. Fee is 550. Call 495-8989 for required advance reservations I and for complete details. CHILDREN'S SCIENCE CENTER, 2915 NE Pine Island Road, launches "Seminars on Science" a new series of lecture/discussions with "Astrobiology", a review of under- standings about life on earth, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Members free; $10 for nom-mem- Q bers. Call 997-0012. I SOUTHWEST FLORIDA SYMPHONY under the direction of Maestro Paul Nadler CO holds a "Concert Insight", an open1 rehearsal for upcoming classics concerts, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Riverside Community Center. Call 418-1500 for details. January 15 BARBARA B. MANN PERFORMING ARTS HALL, located on the ECC campus at Summerlin Boulevard and College Parkway, presents the Glenn Miller Orchestra, in a Cypress Cove's Phase II concert of swing and dance music program tonight at 7:30 p.m. Call 481-4849 for tickets. * OFF-BROADWAY PALM DINNER THEATRE, 1380 Colonial Boulevard, offers Construction is its version of Nunsense about the five (remaining) little sisters from Hoboken through February 28. Tickets range from $20 to $34 with dinner at 6 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, and performances at 8 p.m. (5:30 and 7 p.m. on Sundays), plus selected lun- Progressing Fast. cheon matinees. Call 278-4422 for reservations. TAMIAMI TALE TELLERS share inspirational or spiritual stories from other cultures Act Now! or religions at their 7 p.m. public meeting open to all storytellers and listeners at The Grand Court, 8351 College Parkway. Call Bert at 472-1781 for additional We're only months away from the grand opening of information.^ Cypress Cove's magnificent new.residential addition on the campus of HealthPark Florida. Already over 75% of the new residences have been spoken for, so you should call or visit immediately! Besides offering all the comfort and camaraderie of a country club, Cypress Cove is also a Life Care retirement community, which means assisted living and skilled nursing care are on-site if ever needed. CRAIG R. HERSCH four this beautiful community today by calling Board Certified Wills, Trusts & Estates Attorney 239/481-6605 or 1-800-909-9013 Estate & Asset Protection Planning SHEPPARD, BRETT, STEWART, HERSCH & KINSEY, P.A. Since 1924 Not ready yet? 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Upscale complex, Gulf views. $629,000 $1,395,000 $1,495,000 239-472-5187 ext. 254 the areas largest locally atoned, 800-553-7338 ext. 254 Find Your Place With 1 VIP serving Sou,,.^.,,,. „.,< rvm e-mail: [email protected] more than 25 years. wwiv. vipreaity. com REALTY GROU1 50 Book Review the greedy sleaze of change their bid, lost the contract, the corporate employees lost jobs and shareholders I Profit At Any Cost? mindset. Fleming lost money. However, Augustine °" by Priscilla Friedersdorf uses an example believed in doing the right of his own youth- thing, "We he stock mar- for those about to make an investment ful naivete estab- ket has come in a company. when, as chief lished a Troaring back Fleming writes, "For some time I operating offi- reputa- but the scandals have wanted to investigate whether a cer, he helped tion that within the financial relationship exists between business and to bankrupt a in the long community have morality." Through the use of his per- company. tun will given many of us a sonal experience and knowledge of cor- But in the draw us sense of unease. porations and other executives he cites world's most business, I Jerry Fleming, examples of the good and the bad in capitalistic and it's naive CO Sanibel resident and American business. As preface to the country, to equate CEO of three cor- first chapter on Enron, he quotes "Profit is good ethics porations (Calark, William Lawrence, I author of Beyond the with profits in Jerry Fleming Inc., DELM, Inc., the Bottom Line, "In the time of the reward the short run." . and presently CEO of Pioneer greatest economic growth in history, we for tak- Poor employ- Manufacturing, Inc.), has written a book seem to have sunk to the lowest ethical ing the ee relations can illustrating the concept that honest busi- level in our national experience." The risk." prove disastrous ness dealings are the best and most description of a gathering in Naples, as those who feel profitable way to do business. His book, Florida, to discuss investment in an mistreated often titled Profit At Any Cost? Why energy company over martinis and resort to sabotage Business Ethics Makes Sense, would be replete with chauvinistic remarks about and a list compiled a practical guide for a businessman, or the waitress who serves them, illustrates by a Harvard University professor describes 30 exam- ples of unethical busi- ness behavior. An See us for all amusing study of per- sonal ethics reveals what some Americans the rate reasons. would do for $3 million Fixed and adjustable rate programs • Loan programs for self employed or more; included in the Flexible underwriting • Priority approval for purchase transactions list is abandoning church Competitive pricing • Lot loans • Foreign borrower loans and friends, prostitution Construction/Permanent loans • Commercial and small business loans and murder. Fleming's Fleming narrows the uni- PINNACLE premise is "... there is a versal tenets of ethics to six valid connection between ethics absolutes; "Don't murder, MORTGAGE & CAPITAL SERVICES, INC. and profits" and he presents the findings don't commit adultery, don't of several studies to support his theories. steal, don't deceive, don't covet and LICENSED MORTGAGE BROKERAGE BUSINESS In a corporate insurance dilemma the whatever you want people to do for ethical choice proved to be right; the you, do also for them." 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League Of Women Voters Of Lee County The morning session will cover preven- §1 Sailing School tion and intervention. The opening Children At Risk speech, followed by a panel/audience dis- ANCHORING To Award cussion, will focus on the current situation. AND LIVING-ABOARD In Lee County Lunch features a keynote speaker. The Live-aboard anchoring and on- Big Prizes afternoon panel/audience session con- he League of Women Voters is board living (except at a marina) is per- cerns what happens to children who are mitted. Boaters must obtain a Sanibel presenting a community-wide not identified early in life as being at risk Tforum about problems facing many and the cost to the public when the court Police Marine Unit Vessel Inspection, of our children and the services available •:.\ ft.;.; becomes involved in these cases. show proof of an approved marine sani- in Lee County to help them. This forum > aims not only to educate the public but The forum will be Saturday, February 7 tation device and apply for a boat moor-, also to develop a grassroots involvement from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Elks ing permit. An application can be < by Lee County citizens with children Club, 1900 Park Meadow Drive in Fort obtained from the city manager's office. who are in trouble. Myers. Registration is $15 and includes lunch. For reservations or information, call A boat mooring permit may be issued As Abraham Lincoln said, "A child is a 275-5464 no later than January 15. for up to one year. person who is going to carry on what you The League of Women Voters of Lee Marine Environment Regulations Brochure Available At have started." The League invites you to Sanibel City Hall, 800 Dunlop Road. join us in learning about prevention, inter- County is a nonpartisan political organiza- vention: and court participation, options tion that encourages the informed and which can help our troubled children carry active participation of citizens in govern- on successfully what we have started. ment. It influences public policy through education and advocacy. The League does o celebrate the 40th anniversary of not support political candidates.^ the #1 sailing school in America, TOffshore Sailing School will hold a contest of skill with a host of valuable prizes to be awarded to winners. Everyone who enrolls in any Offshore Course in 2004 is eligible. Contestants must develop an original creative piece that communicates an aspect of sailing. Entries can be entertaining or inspira- tional, and can include any medium such as a poem, sonnet, short story, photo or drawing. 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U.S. Children colleagues with Children's Hospital collaborative study conducted by Boston, Massachusetts; and Steven L. -Q o o Agricultural Research Service and Gortmaker with Boston's Harvard School 1.9% interest 30 year Amort. Harvard University scientists of Public Health. A Some experts estimate that childhood showed decreased nutritional dietary quality and increased caloric intake consumption of fast foods increased five- fold, from two percent of daily meals in "lour lOcin dinoiinl \ .Vi I j. among U.S. children on days when they consumed fast food. The study, which the late 1970s, to 10 percent of daily >nur mnnllil) p.iviiu-ni §_> E-2 appears in the January issue of the jour- meals by the mid-1990s. During that time, • INo prepayment penalty nal Pediatrics, confirms other similar^ the number of fast food restaurants more previously published studies. than doubled to an estimated 250,000 • INo negative amortization The authors analyzed existing dietary nationwide. • Pay your principal at intake data from 6,212 children and ado- The findings are important because lescents, aged four to 19, from a national- childhood obesity is increasing in preva- your own pace ly representative USDA Continuing lence. Inadequate consumption of fruits • Cheapest money ever Survey of Food Intakes by Individuals, and vegetables has been associated with Carlo Velarde: 1994-1996, and the Supplemental obesity-related problems such as cardio- available vascular disease ind diabetes. Fruits and IT \iiii M.nul Ki-sjiiciit Children's Survey, 1998. The survey data • 25/30 year term are collected on two non-consecutive days nonstarchy vegetables may protect against excessive weight gain because of their low CD c O CD by ARS, the U.S. Department of • Exclusively at Velarde Mortgage Inc. Agriculture's chief scientific research energy density and high fiber contents 8 agency. U.S. children who ate fast food, com- pared with those who did not, consumed more total calories, more calories per fill gram of food, more total and saturated fat, VELARDE MORTGAGE more total carbohydrates, more added Our E-Mail address is Sanibel • Capliva • BoniLa Springs sugars and more sugar-sweetened bever- Stop by oui local olliu:. 1213 IVriwinklr VV.iv ages, but less milk, fiber, fruit and non- IsiandSunSanibel@aol. com starchy vegetables. The study also revealed £% S"= out of the two days surveyed, those chil- (239)472-4142 • 1-888-527-4042 dren who consumed fast food on only one Will Power New Associate 5i IP Realty New Year's Resolution^ For Planning Group, Inc. by Craig R. Hersch, Florida Bar Board Certified Wills, Trusts & Estates Attorney; CPA Vannounces the addition of pou already have was happening all around Harold. He finished. "I thought that I had to update Susan Dunn as a too many reso- wisely thought that it was time to review my will, but I had no idea my plan was sales associate in its lutions for the his estate plan. this dated." Harold thanked me. Sanibel Island office New Year. Lose The testamentary guardianship trusts Happy New Year to you, and may Dunn is. an experi- weight. Exercise more. that were established in his 1987 wills to you have a safe, healthy and happy enced Florida- Clean up your estate take care of his children as minors were 2004. licensed real estate planning?! Most peo- no longer required now that his youngest ©2004 Craig R. Hersch. Craig can agent in Sanibel, ple don't add that to was 25. But because of their legal issues, be reached at [email protected] Captiva and histori- Susan Dunn their lists, but they I suggested that Harold build "asset pro- cal Fort Myers markets. should. Recently an tection" trusts for his kids upon his Dunn had spent many years settling in IJ old client of the firm, demise. different parts of the world, including the "Harold," called to update his plan. Harold's first wife remained a benefi- REAL ESTATE Hawaiian Islands and Germany. Dunn's When I pulled his file I noticed that the ciary under the 1987 will. That had to RECORDED talents range from trauma nursing, raising last time he visited with us was in 1987. be changed. Also, we considered and ostriches in Texas and her family farm, His 1987 documents were reciprocal adopted a plan including a revocable liv- ee County Courthouse recorded the Gatorama. She continues her nurturing wills between Harold and his spouse. At ing trust to take care of all of his proper- following real estate deeds: with her volunteer work with CROW, the death of the survivor of them, every- ties. We discussed the advantages of £439,000: Roman, Richard and SCCF and her tenure as president of thing was left in trust for his children, establishing trusts for his grandchildren's Elizabeth, 5657 Baltusrol Court unit IB. Zonta of Sanibel and Captiva.# who were minors. So a guardian was education and compared that to a 529 $690,000: Silvy, Robert H. and Susan named for the children and a trust creat- Plan. G., 979 East Gulf Drive unit E522. ed to ensure that any inheritance would We created an asset protection model $700,000: Ellis, Pamela B., 4285 Post Card Expo be used to feed, clothe, and educate the to segregate Harold's rented properties Gulf Pines Drive. kids. from those that he uses as residences. $550,000: Charman, Yvonne and here will be a Fort Myers/Naples Since that time Harold had been mar- We didn't want a slip and fall lawsuit in a Woodall, Andrew V. J/t, 1501 Middle Postcard Expo on Saturday, ried and,divorced twice. His children had rental unit to result in any kind of lien on Gulf Drive unit 201J. TJanuary 10 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. all grown up, married and given him all of his other properties. $555,000: Dibiase, Robert and Tracy, at the Holiday Inn Select (at the Bell grandchildren. Since Harold's Durable Power of 1209 Sand Castle Road. Tower Shops) corner of Daniels One of his kids was sued in a real Attorney hadn't been updated (it named $430,000: Schneiger, Diane E., 760 Parkway and U.S. 41. (4.5 miles west estate dispute. Another was going his first wife) since 1987, it really had no Sextant Drive unit 1013. of 1-75, exit 131). through a divorce' herself. Harold made effect under Florida law as the statute $702,000: Hilinski, David E. and There will be millions of postcards to a fortune and then lost a fortune in the changed in 1996. Further, his health Carole, 837 Tulip Drive. choose from. Admission is $2. For more dot com stock market, He was recover- care surrogates and living wills needed $310,000: Pinter, Mark W., 1730 information call Peter C. at ing nicely, though, as his real estate updating to the new laws as well. Windward Way.* 941-952-9251.* investments had done well. 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You may contact Connie at by Barbara Beardsley Dr. Connie Is In 472-3797, email Connie@drcon- stance.us and visit her Web site at: asta is the unanimous favorite at my house (most of us are at by Constance S. www.drconstance.com. least half Italian in heritage!), so I am always trying new com- Clancy, Ed.D. Pbinations and casseroles with various shapes and sizes of Q: My boyfriend's pasta. Here is a really wonderful manicotti dish that will impress smoking habit is dri- Chiropractic your dinner guests, but is really quite easy to assemble. Try this ving me crazy. He with a huge green salad and some of your favorite crusty bread. keeps promising to Health News Let me know how you like it by emailing me at www.barbarabeard- quit but I know he is sley.com. I look forward to hearing your results! Mangia! by Dr. Michael Tolisano, BA, just telling me that he MA, DC, Chiropractor 52 will quit to appease Matlacha Manicotti me. Is there anything I Catch Carpal Tunnel can do because I am Before It Catches You 1 package manicotti shells (14) becoming a nag and I know this is not omputer users are 2 tablespoons virgin olive oil the solution? warned that their 2 medium zucchini, shredded A: Your boyfriend obviously does not Crepetitive typing 1 small onion, minced want to quit or he would take some step movements can cause a 1 pint ricotta cheese to do so. Have you suggested that he condition called carpal 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese explore the various options out there for tunnel, which can be 1 cup shredded provolone cheese him to become a non-smoker such as very painful. If you spend 2 large eggs (please use organic, free range) the patch, hypnosis, etc? When he is significant time on the 4 cups of your favorite spaghetti sauce ready he will stop, but he has to be computer, take a few moments before ready and not told by anyone that he you start work to do a few warm-up Prepare manicotti according to package. In a skillet over medium heat, cook zuc- has to quit. He has to be aware of the exercises. Repeat the following ten chini and onion in olive oil, until lightly browned and all liquid evaporates. In a bowl, physical hazards of smoking not only to times. stir ricotta, mozzarella, provolone, and eggs until well mixed. Stir in zucchini mix- himself but to those around him. Tell Extend and stretch both wrists and ture. In another bowl, stir one cup water into spaghetti sauce. Reserve 1/2 cup him that you care for his health and well- fingers outward in front of you as if they sauce. Spoon remaining sauce into three quart casserole or 13" by 9" baking pan. being and when he is ready there is are in a handstand position. Hold for a Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Fill manicotti shells with cheese mixture. Arrange plenty of help for him or he is risking count of ten and relax your arms. With filled shells in sauce in pan and spoon reserved sauce over manicotti. Cover with foil serious physical and psychological prob- your arms still extended outward, make and bake 40 minutes or until mixture is hot and bubbly. Enjoy!* lems. Have you considered the outcome a fist with both hands and lower your of your relationship if he decides not to wrists downward for another ten sec- quit? You need to be prepared that as onds and relax. much as you want him to stop smoking Stretch your arms out to your sides he may not. Are you willing to accept with the palms facing down. Extend your that?* hands and fingers outward keeping Dr. Clancy is a licensed Mental continued on page 57 COMMON GROUND: YOGA FOR HEALTH Eleanor Horowitz RN, MSN SUSAN BLUEHS Certified Kripalu Yoga Teacher • Certified Holistic Nurse Mon: 11 am-12pm South Seas Fitness Center $8. Call-472-7546 Health Care Services Tue: 10-11:15am Sanibel Senior Center • Wed: 12-1pm Sanibel Fitness Center A FULL RANGE OF HEALTH CARE SERVICES BY AN ISLAND RESIDENT Thu: 9:15-10:30am Sanibel Community House • Single Class: $10 Bathing & Personal Care • Companion Care • Meal Preparation. Also private yoga classes, holistic health counseling, healing touch Transportation • 24 Hour Care • Medication Management • Safety Management For information call 472-9993 Blood Pressure, Cardiac & Pulmonary Management • Diabetic Care Wound Care • Colostomy & Ileostomy Care • Alzheimers Care Terminal Illness Care & Management Susan Bluehs, R.N. (239) 472-3327 To BUY OR SELL HOTELS - INNS - MOTELS or DEVELOPMENT SITES Sanibel - Captiva - South Lee County Call Van B. Hooper COMMERCIAL DIVISION 395-3500 <877> 332-3382 8 South Seas REALTORS . - Sanibel & Captiva Properties (239) 910-3099 • (800) 553-7338 1020 Periwinkle \Y,i\ Sdnibel Island email: [email protected] Call 395-3500 • Ask for Van Pseudoephedrine is sold by many phar- deadly for some. www.dearpharmacist.com. © 2003 57 deaRPharmacist maceutical companies as sinus medicine That's because appetite suppressants Dear Pharmacist, Jnc.^ co such as Sudafed, Dristan and Comtrex. jolt the heart, alter rhythm and increase by Suzy Cohen, RPh Pretty much any cold formula that ends blood pressure. Overweight and obese From page 56 D .ear with "D" contains this stimulant. For people who take these products (or co |Pharmacist: example, Claritin-D contains some pseu- cough/cold remedies) are sitting ducks for Chiropractic I'm confused doephedrine. lethal side effects, since they already have about this ephedra Products containing pseudoephedrine a heavier burden on their heart and vascu- your arms straight. Rotate your shoul- ban. Isn't it still on the can jolt the heart, hence all those label lar system. ders back and turn your hands so the market sold by other warnings regarding cardiac problems, thy- So is there a safe way to lose weight? palms are facing up. names? roid disease and hypertension. Of course. There are several good prod- During the day, it will never hurt to - P.E., Winston Is pseudoephedrine any safer than ucts, but that's the subject of a future col- repeat these exercises. Also take fre- quent short breaks to stretch or walk Salem, KC. ephedra? Not necessarily, but millions of umn. NO Ephedra soon is people used ephedra and other over-the- Reader's Alert around your desk before sitting back going to be history. But counter products without complications or If you choose to be vaccinated for down. If you feel a problem developing while the FDA is crack- side effects. The FDA does not think pseu: influenza, be careful. There are reports in your arms, contact your doctor of chi- ing down on ephedra, similar related doephedrine is dangerous. Still, it brings to that some unlicensed individuals are ropractor immediately before the injury products are falling through the cracks. mind a related drug, "norephedrine," administering questionable vaccines to becomes worse. Chiropractors can elimi- The "ephedra" story is confusing for which was pulled off the market several take advantage of the short supply. There nate the symptoms and provide preven- many reasons. Ephedra is plant-derived years ago for causing strokes. Remember? are only three FDA-approved formulas, tion advice for future computer use.^ and contains other potent substances, It was known to the public as "PPA" or FluMist, Fluvirin and Fluzone. including ephedrine and pseudoephedrine. "phenylpropanolamine" and sold in many This information is not intended to Ephedra has been around for centuries; cold remedies and diet aids.- treat, cure or diagnose your condition. ephedrine has been around for about 100 This is why consumers lose trust. The Always consult your physician. Suzy years; and pseudoephedrine, for a few vast majority of Americans don't study Cohen is.a registered pharmacist. decades. pharmaceutics and assume that if some- You can contact her by visiting On the labels of weight loss or body- thing's on the market, it's safe. Ephedra building products, you might see ephedra was around for eight years while reports disguised by other names such as "Ma of fatalities trickled in. But the number of Huang" or "Desert Herb." It used to be ephedra-related deaths pales in compari- found in popular diet supplements like son to those associated with prescription Metabolife, Herbal Fen-Phen, Stacker and use. Add in problems from misuse, abuse Island Nutrition (Renter Xenadrine RFA. and medication errors, and you'll see my Of the two substances found in point. ephedra that I mentioned, one of them, Now that ephedra is gone, people can Who soys lo carb is LO FUN? Baja Bob's Lo-Carb Margarita and Pina Colada Mix! ephedrine, can be either extracted natural- still find other stimulants on the market, ly or produced synthetically. This sub- both natural and prescription (phenter- Celebrate the holidays with organic wine and beer! stance also jumpstarts the heart, helps mine or diethylproprion). 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Located near the cul de tennis court Listed at $495,000. per month until 9/30/05. Asking only $99,000. PREMIER SANIBEL VACATION sac in Chateaux Sur Mer, this is the way it used to Call office 239-472-3121. Direct 239-470-8809. POOL DECK RESURFACING Erika Foye, Florida Licensed Real Estate be. Priced aggressively. For a complete package S-8/8-B-EOW RENTAL COMPANY Broker, Discover Your Place in the Sun! Patio & Driveway Reseal, Masonry & and/or showing contact Charles Sobczak at 877- Seeking Full Time Reservationist. Phone: 239-560-8514, or 239472-5128, 472-8900 or locally at 472-0491. Experience Preferred. Tile, Tile Repair, General Handyman. Fax:239472-8580 J^THE DOCK IS IN!!! Take a drive down Fax Resume To 437-7510. Call Dm DeVoe 481-5176, email: [email protected] & Captain s Walk and check out the brand new, TRUST YOUR RS-10/17-B-TFN permitted dock located on one of the few remain- Cell: 850-0809 ing vacant canal lots on Sanibel s quiet East End. LISTING TO The lot is cleared (look for my sign on the east side of the street), on city sewer and close to 10,000 sq. MARSHA CLIFFORD PART TIME ft. in size, which allows you ample coverage for HELP WANTED DUPLEX FOR SALE your home and pool plans. Currently listed at Bob Adams I $397,555, this is the best buy available. A com- Upscale Ladies Clothing Centrally located plete data package is available upon request. Call of the islands Boutique on Sanibel. Residential 1 on Sanibel. 239472-0491 for further details. Call 395-3733. > MID-ISLAND HOMESITE!! Not many island 239-472-2311 239-472-2902 Renewal If 239.340.1322 S lots left in this price range - $219,900!!! This 800-388-2311 3 particular lot is oversized, with over 25,000 sq. ft S-12/5-B-1/16 [email protected] Services " (.57 of an acre) to work with, this hemesite allows RECEPTIONIST/OFFICE ASST. - Exp. Customer Handyman ample room for your house and pool plans. 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Virtual tours on all listings • All available Fully furnished, three night minimum rentals, pool, EAST END POOL HOME Great pay. Flexible hours. Call Michael or Shauna island properties • Week in review • 20 yrs of tennis, everything you could • 3 bedroom, 2 bath or 472-2374 or apply in person. Island Real Estate experience imagine and all for the unbe- COLDWELL • Deeded beach access S-1/9-PP-1/16 A.C.E. CERTIFIED - MASTER PERSONAL Glenn Carreta, Broker-Salesperson lievable asking price of • Built in 1997, vaulted ceilings TRAINER offering one-oh-one training in the 800-784-2616 • Coldwell Banker Previews Int I $360,000! For more infor- • $649,000. PART TIME SERVERS NEEDED. 3-4 days privacy of your home. 15 years experience specia!- S-2/7-BM-TFN mation call Charles a week. Apply in person. Amys Overeasy Cafe, izing in weight training for fitness and body shaping. Sobczak at (239) 850-0710. c*sBatata**™a* Call Deb Gleason 239-472-1511 Sanibel Island. After 2pm. All levels from beginner to elite athlete. Free • Priscilla Murphy Realty RS-1/9-BM-1/9 consultation. 395-1527. S-1/9-V-1/16 .. ' FOR SALE BY OWNER BEACH HOUSE SWIM WEAR seeking friendly Waterfront Estate sized lot priced for a quick CONDO - OPEN HOUSE. Saturday, 1-4pm energetic sales associate. $10 per hour plus bene- sale. Open water view, dock, Bay and , ELAINE'S CLEANING SERVICE. Houses, condos, SUNSET SENSATION 25 steps arid you are walking on the beach from fits & incentives. Great work environment at Gulf access. Adjoining lot w/ 2BR cottage reasonable rates, honest and dependable. Panoramic, unobstructed lakefront, ttiis 2BR.2BA condominium. Low density complex! Captiva store. FT & PT. Call Jane 472-4665. Refernces. Sanibel & Captiva. Please call available. Both properties one lot from golf course, and nature preserve view in S-1/9-B-1/16 pool, tennis. 2321 West Gulf Drive. $525,0001 472-1788. •• Sanctuary Golf Course. $649,000 for lot, the Dunes Golf Course community of make offer on cottage. Broker inquiries invit- Wyman Atkins Realty. 239432-1515. KITCHEN HELP, BARTENDERS, WAIT STAFF. fine homes. Elevated 3 bedroom, S- ed. Call owner 386478-1161. 2 bath home with split floor plan, Apply in person between 3:30-5:00pm, Beachview BETTY'S CLEANING - where service is always REAL ESTATE WANTED formal dining and living room, Steakhouse & Seafood Restaurant, 1100 Par View a first priority. Commercial, residential, SANIBEL HOME NEEDED for lease to own. mil eat-in-kitchen/dinette/family room, Drive, Sanibel, 472-4394. medical. Licensed and insured. (239)433-1728 2BR, 2BA. terms up to $1800/mo. with 12-36 mo S-1/9-BM-1/19 interior elevator, glass enclosed lanai, or (239)7704008. buyout. Call Todd 239-699-1792 or 239-395-0869. in-ground pool, multiple decks. Call 239-395-9699 for an appointment. , BABYSITTING BY AMANDA WALTERS. 7 days a week.472-3120orvwwi.sanibelbabysitting.com. S-7/18-B-TFN C LASS IF i ED AD D EADLIN E MON DAY AT NOON MOBILE HOME FOR SALE VACATION RENTALS VACATION RENTALS co GULF HARBOUR YACHT & C.C. 2BR + den, 2BA, 2 car garage luxury condos from $2900-$7500. SANIBEL ON RIVER NEAR BEACH! Memberships avail. Urban/Diana Boutin 239-415- PRIVATE 3 BEDROOM, 5346. Prudential FLWCI Realty. Great views 2BR, 1BA, 45-foot S-12/26-B-TFN single wide. 22-foot Florida room, 2 BATH HOME furniture, dishes, washer/dryer, With heated pool, in quiet Sanibel neighbor- ESCAPE THE SNOW! Jan & Apr Sanibel NEWSPAPER dishwasher, other extras $75,000. - hood. Seasonal and monthly rentals. home rental from owner. 3 bedroom, 2 bath Sanibel & Captiva Islands Call 472-5904. 239-472-0692 ¥ Toll Free: 1-888-232-2459 on water near private beach. 310-902-5878. [email protected] RS-12/26-MC-1/16 CALLING CARD 239-395-1213 BEAUTIFUL 4BR, 4BA in Sanibel Bayous. Emergency 911 PARK MODEL MOBILE HOME. Periwinkle Park, Available April through November. $2,000 - $2,500 Sanibel. Great island living. 1985 Leisure Craft. GULF VIEW ESTATE per month. Call 904-280-5170 or 904-616-5274. Sanibel Police 472-3111 Bright and airy. Large enclosed porch with new HOMESITES Lee County Sheriff's Office 477-1200 blinds, central air and heat, pop out living room, Build your luxury home On Call Captiva Deputy .477-1000 new walk in shower, new ceiling fans, new roof and see a bit of the Gulf. GULF, PINES. 4BR, 3BA including guest pod. Fire Department over, large paver patio, paver driveway, privacy Call Brokers/Consultants of Sanibel 150 steps to the beach. Avaiable Jan, Feb, & Apr. Sanibel .472-5525 fence, storage shed. $59,900. Call 472-4774. at 472-2255 or 800-553-2246 out-of-state. 239-472-8665. [email protected]. S^12/19-BM-1/9 Captiva .472-9494 S-3/22-NC-TFN S-11/28-V-TFN Florida Marine Patrol 332-6966 SANIBEL MOBILE HOME. Everything new, nice Florida Highway Patrol 278-7100 location, ride bike to beach. Available Immediately. Poison Control 1-800-282-3171 Call 395-1565. NOTICE S-11/21-V-TFN Section 804 of the federal fair housing law Chamber of Commerce 472-1080 LOTS FOR SALE states that it is against the law to make, City of Sanibel 472-4135 VERY RARE 3-UNIT residential site. Now being print, publish, or cause to be made, print- Administrative Office 472-3700 cleared. $349,000. Call Brokers/Consultants of ed or published, any notice, statement of Building Department 472-4555 Sanibel, 472-2255 or 800-553-2246 out-of-state. 1-8006AMBEL advertisement with respect to the sale or Community Housing and Resources 472-1189 S-3/29-B-TFN Sanibel & Captiva rental of a dwelling that indicates any pref- Planning Department 472-4136 VACATION RENTALS Island Reservations erence, limitation, or discrimination based Library on race, color, national origin, religion, Sanibel .472-2483 COMPASS POINTE SANIBEL ISLAND sex, physical or mental handicap or Captiva .472-2133 Relax in 2 bdrm Beachfront Condo. . because there are children in the family. Post Office Pool. Tennis. Mention this ad for special rate. The Island Sun does not knowingly or Sanibel 800-275-8777 Weekly rental. 1-800-727-9991. Island Vacations intentionally accept advertising in violation Captiva ...... 472-1674 www.resortquestswflorida.com/isun Of Sanibel & Captiva of federal, state, and local laws prohibiting Sanibel Community Association .472-2155 Priscilla Murphy Vacation Rentals Million $ Views Await You! discrimination in connection with the sale Senior Center .472-5743 ResortQuest Southwest Florida • Cottages • Condos • Homes • or rental of real estate. All housing adver- ARTS S-12/19-BM-1/19 tised for sale or for rent in the Island Sun Miles of Beaches & Bike Paths Arcade Theater 332-4488 is subject to applicable fair housing oppor- Art League Of Fort Myers 275-3970 tunities, you may contact the Lee County 239-472-7277 BIG ARTS (Barrier Island Group for the Arts) 395-0900 BEAUTIFUL LUXURY BAYFRONT Office of Equal Opportunity at >^ Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre .278-4422 HOME ON CAPTIVA ISLAND 1-888-451-7277 335-2267. \2t Gulf Coast Symphony : 472-6197 4 bdrm, 5 bath spacious home w/boat dock. Lee County Alliance of the Arts 939-2787 Heated pool. Weekly rental. 1-800-727-9991. www.resortquestswflorida.com/isun Naples Philharmonic .(239)597-1111 Priscilla Murphy Vacation Rentals Old Schoolhouse Theater 472-6862 ResortQuest Southwest Florida BEAUTIFUL 4BR.4BA SCA Periwinkle Playhouse 472-0324 S-12/19-BM-1/19 HOME ON SANIBEL RECYCLE YOUR Sanibel Music Festival (239)336-7999 Sanibel-Captiva Art League 472-4258 Fireplace, wrap around porches, steps to BUSINESS STATIONERY S.W. Florida Symphony ..; 418-0996 Bowman's Beach. $2,200 per mo. off-season. The Sanibel School is CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS $3,500 per mb. in-season. concerned about the envi- EAST GULF HOME Call 904-280-5170 or 904-616-5274 AARP (Dorothy Shelton) 472-5517 Newly remodeled & furnished. 2BR, ronment and uses recycled ABWA(American Businesswomen's Assoc.) 466-0548 2BA Home, steps to beach, seasonal business stationery and American Legion .472-9979 & monthly rental. $4,000/mo. envelopes to help conserve Angel Flight SE (TedTyson) 472-8394 So Cute And Affordable Audubon Society .472-3156 513-777-4795 paper. They would like to Sanibel Beautification Inc .418-9693 2BR, 2BA with tropical FL room. thank the many businesses Community Foundation of Sanibel-Captiva 274-5900 Walk to beach and shops. that have donated paper CROW (Clinic For The Care & Rehabilitation of Wildlife) 472-3644 Furnished. (Feb, Mar & Apr). and envelopes that are no FISH of Sanibel (Friends in Service Here) .472-0404 Fishing Club 472-7257 Call owner 239-565-3636. longer of use to them. If you WWW.PPB0.COM Horticultural Society of the Islands 472-6940 S-12/5-BM-1/9 have paper to contribute, Horticulture and Tea Society of Sanibel and Captiva 472-8334 please bring it to the school Kiwanis Club 395-0328 office located at 3840 Lion's Club (Dave Eaton, President) 472-1511 DROP DEAD SUNSET VIEWS Sanibel-Captiva Road. Master Gardeners of the Islands 472-6940 Sanibel Bay front, mint beachy contemporary, Newcomers .472-9332 very private white sand beach, pool, hot tub, Notre Dame Club of Lee County 768-0417 dock. 4BR, 3.5BA, kayaks, bWs, dolphins, Optimist Club 395-0739 manatees all day, every day. Monthly rentals. PAWS 472-1027 or 472-9383 CALL OWNER 212-288-6089 Rotary Club 472-7257 or 472-0141 S-12/5-V-1/23 Sanibel-Captiva Orchid Society 472-6940 Sanibel-Captiva Power Squadron 472-3828 Sanibel-Captiva Shell Club 395-1770 Sanibel Youth Soccer •..,.- 395-2040 www.sanibelsoccer.org The Military Officers Assc. of America (MOAA, Alex MacKenzie) 395-9232 Zonta Club , 671-6381 ISLAND ATTRACTIONS Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum 395-2233 J.N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge 472-1100 Sanibel Historical Village & Museum 472-4648 SCCF (Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation) 472-2329 62 .c : - I • § t: -J ^ i; <> • ANNUAL RENTALS ANNUAL RENTALS BOAT SLIPS FOR RENT PORTS OF IONA. Close to beaches. 2BR, 2BA, den, duplex. All amenities. Monthly or PRIME DOCK SPACE PUZZLE ANSWERS seasonal. Available January. $2,000/negotiable. ANNUAL Call 466-0323. AT PORT SANIBEL MARINA S-12/26-V-1/9 December 1,2003 RENTALS to November 1, 2004. Willing 2 & 3 BEDROOM VACANCY. Rent based to negotiate length of stay. Up to BEACH & LAKE on income. Annual lease. No pets. Application 52 feet in length, 5 foot depth. process. Contact Community Housing This 3BR/2BAUF pool home has Call 860-245-3677. recently been updated & sits on a & Resources, Inc. 472-1189. HS-12/5-V-1/16 S-12Z19-BM-1/9 cul-de-sac, lakefront & short walk to beach. A must see! Yard & DUNES - FABULOUS LAKE & golf course views. CAPTIVA BOAT LIFT. I have a boat lift available for pool serv, incl. $1,850/mo. 2BR, 2BA piling home, 2 car garage, split bed- anual rental for boats up to 5,000 pounds. Please rooms & great floor plan for roommates. Screened call 472-6170: CALL TODAY FOR INFO. lanai. Available Jan. 15. $1,500 mo. 281-4179. • S-12/t9-MC-1/2 OR TO VIEW THESE AND OTHER BOATS - CANOES - KAYAKS FINE PROPERTIES AVAILABLE. SOUTH FORT MYERS - 6 miles from Causeway. Call 472-6747 Crown Colony home. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2 car Gulf Beach Properties, Inc. garage, heated pool, comer tot Golf membership Serving The islands Rental,Needs optional. $3,000/mo. All utilities included except m Since 1975 phone. Call 415-4627. MS S-11O0-BM-TFN RS-11/28-B.-1/16 YEAR ROUND, PRISTINE, fully furnished, 3 bedroom house conveniently located, borders conservation property, includes use of tennis courts LEXINGTON CC. and Olympic pool, $2,200/month, contact Mike at 2 & 3 Bedroom. 207-667-1373. S-7/11-MC-TFN 1985 SEA RAY, 27 SUNDANCER $1,100 month & up. ROOMMATE WANTED 2 new freshwater cooled Mercurys Call Worthington Realty, Inc. with warranty, AC, Radararch, 239-437-3334 $650 PER MONTH, everything, included. aft cabin, inside like new. 472-2610. S-1/2-PP-1/2 $16,900 OBO. 239-770-7291. COMMERCIAL SPACE RS-11/7-NC-TFN STAYONSANIBEL SALE ON SELECTED KAYAKS, sailboats & FOR $50 A DAY! Accessories. Dealers for many brands. Best selec- FOREVER tion to choose from! Captiva Kayak Co. 395-2925. 500 ft. to Gulf, adorable duplex S-2/1-B-TFN on Sanibel s east end. 1 bedroom, GREEN SHOPS AUTOS FOR SALE 1 bath each side, screened lanai, 1990 JEEP WRANGLER. 4 wheel drive. 3" body Retail Space Available. lift, 32x11.50 All Terrain Tires, padded roll bar, biki- fully furnished, hardwood floors. 1,142sq.ft.'472-5354 ni top. Rugged looking. Great island vehicle. Walk to beach, shops, restaurants. RS-9/19-BM-TFN $3,250; 395-1527. Available Jan., Feb., Mar., and Apr. 28 day minimum. Rent one side 1972 BUICK SKYLARK convertible, in good condi- tion. A/C. $8,500.239-851-0919. or both-$1500 per side. TAHITIAN GARDENS S-12/05-M-TFN Call 239-281-4179 SHOPPING CENTER 1995 Dodge. Neon. 5 speed, Red, 109K miles, for further information. S-1/9-V-TFN Store For Lease. 1,200 s.f. good condition. Excellent on gas. $1750. 561-7075. • 1-877-561-0726 S-11/21-NCTFN . AVAILABLE. FEB. 1, 2004. Sanibel Island. Lush, 1995 MERCEDES E420.100K, charcoal grey over private, in town on Periwinkle Way. 2BR, 2BA spa- light grey leather, every option, moonroof, very cious attached townhouse. Washer/dryer, balcony, clean. $13,500.633-2300 Bret (leave message). . pool & garage. $1400/mo. 954-536-6666 or 954- RS-11/14-NC-TFN 849-0902 COMMERCIAL/OFFICE S-1/9-MC-1/16 CONDO FOR SALE 2002 HARLEY DAVIDSON V-ROD. Less than 500 Expansive office space (1,392 sq. ft.) miles. $17,000. Call Rick 472-6089. SANIBEL - RIGHT NEXT TO. BEACH. Cute but on Periwinkle Way. Close to Causeway. RS-12/6-NC-TFN rough. 2BR, 1BA. $600 per month; Call Rich at 472-5147. $240,000. Call Deb Gleason, 472-1511. MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE S-1/9-V-1/30 Priscilla Murphy Realty. NICE ARMIORE, plus lots of other furniture. 472-1788. CAPTIVA ON ROOSEVELT CHANNEL. 3BR, 3BA, S-1/2-MC-1/9 large Florida room, large eat-in kitchen totally remodeled, heated swimming pool, 2 car garage, FOR SALE: UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY. West end "SONG OF THE SOUTH" uncut version VHS shared boat dock, very private. 462-6170. commecial building on 1.5 acres. Room & DVD format. No credit card needed. Call toll free S-1/9-BM-1/9 to expand. Call Brokers/Consultants of Sanibel 1-877-770-3400. 472-2255 or 800-553-2246. S-12/19-A-1/9 SANIBEL - FURNISHED 3BR, 2BA HOME. S-11/14-B-TFN ^^^_ Private setting on golf course. Pool. Immaculate. BOAT SLIPS FOR SALE EXERCISE BIKE NEW. Program keyboard (timer, Monthly/Annually rate starting in January. Call speed, pulse, calorie) $175. 2 ACCENT RUGS 472-7834. maroon 5x7 $50. reddish maroon 8 x 12 $150. . Both have beautiful patterns 561-7075. 48'or 40'boat slip includes S-ii/21-NC-TfN ,. :•:•• DIRECT CANAL ACCESS - NO BRIDGES. South 1/2 interest in South Fort Myers Fort Myers, lona area home. 2BR, 2BA, 150 ft. boat 2 CARDIO-GUDE exercise machines. $30 each. dock. Key West style. Unfurnished. Call 305-296- condo $149,000. First Class Marina Call 691-3687, leave message. 7606. ____ RS-7/4-NC-TFN S-1/2-A-1/16 Facility with pool, clubhouse, tennis. GARAGE SALE 239-481-2948. NEIGHBORHOOD YARD SALE. January 10,8-12; GULF HARBOUR COACH HOME. 2nd FL, 2,277 RS-12/5-A-1/9 1954, 1960 and 1966 Roseate Lane.. Behind' sq. ft. 3BR, 2BA, den 2 car garage, light airy. Tahitian Gardens. Baby, household, collectables. $1,790 sports club membership optional. Pets Negotiable. Call 866-523-7709. GULF HARBOUR YACHT & CC. 2BR + den, 2BA, • 2 car garage deluxe condos from $1400-$5500. Memberships avail: Urban/Diana Boutin 239-415- 5346. Prudential FLWCI Realty. 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