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Postal Customer Read Us Online at ECRWSS IslandSunNews.com NEWSPAPER VOL. 20, NO. 5 SANIBELSanibel & CAPTIVA & Captiva ISLANDS, Islands FLORIDA JULY 27, 2012 JULY SUNRISE/SUNSET: 27 6:51 • 8:19 28 6:52 • 8:18 29 6:52 • 8:18 30 6:53 • 8:17 31 6:53 • 8:16 1 6:54 • 8:16 2 6:54 • 8:15 Junior Sailing Camp Graduates 10 New Sailors by Jeff Lysiak group of youngsters last Friday afternoon put on a showcase of Atheir sailing skills learned this sum- mer as graduates of the 2012 Junior Sailing Camp at the Captiva Island Yacht Club. The two-week camp, organized for the third consecutive year by Chris Heidrick, provided instruction for children ages eight to 16 of all experience levels how to sail a boat single-handedly, how to properly oper- ate a kayak as well as certification in power boat safety. In addition, campers received instruction on stand-up paddleboarding. The 2012 graduating class included Matthew Ciccone, Zofia Costa, Jack Heidrick, Grace Kerns, Kayla Nette, Annica Sivsov, David Tonti, Karoline Tyrell, Kyle Walker and Anna Willis. During the end-of-camp celebration on July 20, participants and their families had lunch at the yacht club, watched a video presentation – compiled by former camp participant Sarah Heidrick – and received their certificates of completion, provided by the Edison Sailing Center. “All of you are very lucky young peo- ple,” said Ada Shissler, vice commodore of the Captiva Island Yacht Club. “You have learned a skill that you will be able to enjoy throughout your lifetime, Graduates of the Junior Sailing Camp, held at the Captiva Island Yacht Club, demonstrate the skills learned this summer continued on page 28 phoro by Jeff Lysiak

Sanibel-Captiva Art League Art League Members Show Paintings ocal tropical and nautical scenes are always a favorite with visitors to the LSanibel-Captiva Art League Annual Summer Art Exhibit, currently on view through September at the Sanibel Public Library. Many nature studies are included in the exhibit along with still life, architecture, portraits and abstract paintings in a variety of media and sizes. The beautiful changing color of the waters of the Gulf of Mexico along with the lush vegetation and delicate flowers provide wonderful subject matter during the art league’s weekly paint-outs. The library staff and volunteers invite residents and visitors to visit the library continued on page 34 Mike Moukios Carol Good Carol Rosenberg 2 ISLAND SUN - JULY 27, 2012 Hortoons American Legion Post 123 News his Sunday, July 29, drop by the American Legion Post 123 for a Tmeal of corned beef and cabbage served all day. The following Sunday, August 5, dinner will feature spaghetti and meatballs. Every Monday night, Post 123 hosts 9-Ball Pool Tournaments starting at 6 p.m. This week’s winner of the first match was John Gonzales while Kevin Pottorf took second. Jack Dalton won the second match, with Carlos Munoz as the runner-up. Texas Hold’em is played every Thursday at 7 p.m. and Saturdays at 4:30 p.m. New players are always wel- come. Every Friday, a six-ounce ribeye steak sandwich is on the menu all day. Other items include a half-pound burger. Stop in and check out the daily special. Food is served every day and the public is wel- come. American Legion Post 123 is open Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 9 p.m., located at Mile Marker 3 on Sanibel-Captiva Road. For more informa- tion, call 472-9979.

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Doc’s Beach House 27908 Hickory Boulevard Luna Narciss George and Wendy’s Bonita Springs, FL 34134 Sanibel Seafood Grille 10:00 am una and Narciss were found in an abandoned, hot car together. They have 2499 Periwinkle Way been neutered and spayed and given all of their shots. Now, they are ready for Ltheir new home. We would love to see them get adopted together because they sleep, play and eat together in their foster home, which is too full at the moment. Luna is a female with tan coat with darker brown tips. Narciss is a male with char- coal gray and white markings. They are both approximately 1 year old. If you can help, call Tabitha at 633-1574 or John at 633-1313. ISLAND SUN - JULY 27, 2012 3

The Goat Rodeo’s vehicle gets a break in the Ukraine Traffic jam in the Ural Mountains

This sign in Borisoglebsk, Russia reads “The City Welcomes You” Update #2 Mongol Rally Report by James Sprankle e’ve seen some terrible Russian roads on this trip, but the M51 CHILDREN’S EDUCATION Wwas the most insidious. This two-lane highway going to CENTER OF THE ISLANDS Novosibirsk, the Siberian capital, is flat and boring and drivers pass more aggres- 350 Casa Ybel Road, Sanibel Island Statue of Vladimir Lenin sively than in other stretches. We saw two brutal, head-on wrecks one morning. They’d clearly happened within minutes “Celebrating 38 Years of our passing. It felt wrong to take pho- of Dedication to Education” tos. FOR PRE-SCHOOL CHILDREN In terms of physical condition, the M51 wasn’t the worst. That title goes to the highway stretch between Kurgen, LIMITED SPACE IS AVAILABLE Ishim and Omsk, which was by far the roughest. FOR AGES 2 - 5 YEARS OLD We bottomed out several times – nails on a chalkboard – and were reduced to about 30 kph for long stretches. FLORIDA VOLUNTARY In retrospect, we both agreed: Should PRE-KINDERGARTEN PROVIDER have gone through Kazakhstan. Here are the latest photos from Saratov to the Urals. We are in Novosibirsk right now. Enjoying life CONTACT: JANA YATES, DIRECTOR before our southbound trek to the Altais. Sanibel native James Sprankle is providing the Island Sun exclusive (239) 472-4538 updates from the road as he and his teammate, Sean Miller, take part in the Se habla Español 2012 Mongol Rally, a 7,000-mile cross- continental automotive adventure from England to Mongolia. Check out his Another Russian sign in the Saratovskaya progress reports here every week. region, Balashovsky district 4 ISLAND SUN - JULY 27, 2012 Sanibel Historical Village To Close For The Summer he Sanibel Historical Museum & Village will close after Saturday, TAugust 4 for the remainder of the summer and into early fall. The museum will re-open on Wednesday, November 7, when it will resume a Wednesday through Saturday schedule from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. During the summer hiatus, museum staff and volunteers will work to make any needed repairs, repaint and spruce up the grounds. Museum volunteers also use the break to prepare next season’s exhibits and plan special events. Administrative Museum Manager Emilie Alfino and Business Manager Chelsea staff members will be busy updating data- Kraft will be working on a variety of administrative and other bases, refining procedures, marketing and improvements while the village is closed from August 5 to Board member Karl Rodman, who tends the museum’s Heritage November 7 Garden, and his wife Ann, both long-time docents at the village improving existing exhibits. Hurricane of the village at 11 a.m. Eight Twilight SALE IN shutters go up on all the windows until Talks, which were so popular this season, the week before re-opening. are being planned. PROGRESS “I certainly will miss talking to our visi- The Sanibel Historical Museum & tors and working with our docents and Village is open from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. volunteers,” said museum manager Emilie Wednesday through Saturday and is Alfino. “On the other hand, I’m look- located at 950 Dunlop Road (next to To advertise in the ing forward to the work I’ll be able to do BIG ARTS). It will be closed starting when the village is quiet. I see this break August 5 and will reopen on November Island Sun as an opportunity to accomplish the tasks 7, Wednesdays through Saturdays from that are not easy to get done during sea- 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. There is handicap Call 395-1213 son.” access to all buildings. Admission is $5 COMFORT BY DESIGN Next season’s visitors to the village for adults 18 and over; members and (239) 395-0666 • 1-800-454-3008 can look forward to a continuing array children under 18 are admitted free. For Sanibel Island • 1640 Periwinkle Way in Limetree of exhibits in each of the seven historic more information, call 472-4648 during buildings and a special docent-led tour business hours. Across from the Bank of the Islands

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Let food be thy medicine & medicine be thy food. – Hippocrates 460 BC 1628 Periwinkle Way • 472-2893 • Heart of the Islands, Sanibel ISLAND SUN - JULY 27, 2012 5 Patty Holston. “Last year’s outfits ran the gamut from 1980s prom dresses and ruffled tuxedoes to shorts and flip-flops. Just have fun with it and come have a great time.” A DJ will be playing hits from yester- day and today that will have everyone dancing all night. Tickets are $25 and Share your community may be purchased at the door the night news with us. of the event. All proceeds to benefit The Sanibel School. Contact Patty Holston Call 395-1213 at [email protected] for more Fax: 395-2299 information. Sanibel Night Prom will feature hors or email d’oeuvres from Cip’s Place, Doc Ford’s, [email protected] Gator Bites, Holy Smoke BBQ, Sweet Melissa’s and Catering by Leslie Adams. Desserts will be provided by ‘Tween Waters Inn and Sanibel Cake Company. A cash bar will also be available.

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Scott and Dana Crater Following the success of the first Sanibel Night Sanibel Prom held last October, islanders are encouraged to attend on Saturday, Prom Returns September 8 at 7:30 p.m. Last year’s prom, a fundraiser for The September 8 Sanibel School, proved to be a great ogether with The Dunes Golf and event with lots of dancing, a hilarious Tennis Club, The Sanibel School slideshow featuring many of the partygo- TPTA brings you Sanibel Night ers, and even a Prom King and Queen. Prom, an evening of great music, great Not sure what to wear? “Anything food and great outfits. goes!” said event committee member 6 ISLAND SUN - JULY 27, 2012 SANIBEL CONGREGATIONAL Churches/ Temples UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST: OBITUARY Bag Day Is ANNUNCIATION GREEK 2050 Periwinkle Way 472-0497 ORTHODOX CHURCH: The Rev. Dr. John H. Danner, Sr. Pastor. LOISMARY OLSON August 10 At 8210 Cypress Lake Drive, Fort Myers The Rev. Deborah Kunkel, Associate Pastor Rev. Dr. Elias Bouboutsis Worship Services: 10 a.m. Full Service, oismary Hayes Olson was taken to Noah’s Ark Orthros Service Sunday 9 a.m. with Sunday School and Nursery Care pro- her heavenly home July 19, 2012. Divine Liturgy Sunday 10 a.m. vided. Elevator access. LShe was born to the late George riday, August 10 will be Bag Day Fellowship Programs, Greek School, ST. ISABEL CATHOLIC CHURCH: and Amanda Hayes January 28, 1920, at Noah’s Ark Thrift Shop, held Sunday School, Bible Study 3559 San-Cap Rd., 472-2763 in Carl Junction, Missouri. Ffrom 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. www.orthodox-faith.com, 481-2099 Pastor: Rev. Christopher Senk, Loismary is survived by her son Joe Customers may purchase marked bags Saturday Vigil Mass 5 p.m. BAT YAM-TEMPLE OF THE ISLANDS: in the parking lot for $3 each and then The Reform Congregation of Bat Yam Sunday Mass 9:30 a.m. Vilbig (Mary) of Fort Myers and daughters Temple of the Islands meets for Friday Daily Mass Wed., Thurs., Friday at 8:30 Victoria Garrison of Fort Myers and Nola fill them with items they choose from the night services at 8 p.m. in the Fellowship a.m. Communion Service Mon. and Tues. Francis of Sanibel as well as six grandchil- store. Anything that doesn’t fit in a bag Hall of the United Congregational Church at 8:30 a.m. Confession first Saturday of dren and 10 great grandchildren. She was will be 80 percent off. 2050 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel the month 9 a.m. by appointment. Holy preceded in death by her husband George Bag Day marks the end of the sum- Rabbi Selwyn Geller For more information Days please call. Olson and eight brothers and sisters. mer season for Noah’s Ark, which is then 239-472-0177 or [email protected] ST. MICHAEL & ALL ANGELS She raised her family in Aurora, Illinois closed for cleaning and repairs. Deep CAPTIVA CHAPEL BY THE SEA: EPISCOPAL CHURCH: and was active in real estate sales and price reductions are also available in the The Rev. Thomas E. Nyman 2304 Periwinkle Way between the management before moving to Sanibel days leading up to Bag Day. Noah’s Ark Bean and Baileys, 472-2173 November 13, 2011 thru April 22, 2012 will be closed for donations from August Sunday 11 a.m., 472-1646. Rev. Dr. Ellen Sloan, Rector in 1983 where she and her husband FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST, SCIENTIST: www.saintmichaels-sanibel.org were avid shell collectors. A real people 10 to September 1. 2950 West Gulf Dr., Sunday - 10:30 a.m.; Worship Services: Saturdays at 5 p.m. person, Loismary worked part time in her Noah’s Ark will reopen for the winter Sunday School - 10:30 a.m., Wednesday Sundays at 9:30 a.m. daughter’s gift shop, The Sandpiper of season on Tuesday, October 2. It will be evening meeting - 7:30 p.m.; Reading Sunday School (PreK-6thgr.) at 9:30 a.m. Sanibel, where she charmed visitors from open Tuesdays and Fridays during the room open, Monday, Wednesday and Wednesdays at 9 a.m. and all over the world with her delightful whis- month of October, from 9:30 a.m. to Friday 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. (November 1st Wednesdays of the month 6 p.m., Pot tling and unforgettable smile. 12:30 p.m. In November, the schedule through March), Friday 10 a.m. to Luck Supper at 6:30 p.m. Her real legacy is the inspiration, will return to the usual times of Monday 12 p.m. (summer hours). 472-8684. Morning Prayer: Tuesdays at 9 a.m. humor, creativity, strength, wisdom and through Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 SANIBEL COMMUNITY CHURCH UNITARIAN UNIVERSALISTS 1740 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, 472-2684 OF THE ISLANDS: love she has given to the family and p.m. and open on the first Saturday of Dr. Daryl Donovan, Senior Pastor Meets on the first Sunday of each month friends who treasure her so deeply. It is each month. Sunday Worship Hours: from December through April at the Sanibel with gratitude, love and admiration that Noah’s Ark Thrift Shop is located 7:45 a.m. Traditional Service with Communion Congregational Church, 2050 Periwinkle we bid her goodbye for now. at St. Michael & All Angels Episcopal 9 a.m. Contemporary Service with Kids’ Church Way at 5 p.m. A pot luck is held at a mem- A private family memorial gather- Church, 2304 Periwinkle Way on 10:45 a.m. Adult and Youth Sunday School ber’s home on the third Sunday of each ing is planned. Those wishing to honor Sanibel. For further inquiries, call 472- classes month. For more information call 433-4901 her memory may contribute to the 3356. 11 a.m. Traditional Service with Choir or email [email protected]. Alzheimer’s Association at www.alz.org Childcare available at all services. or 1-800-272-3900.

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One of the Best Smirnoff Vodka 1.75 ltr. $21.99 Selections of Domestic and Imported Wines on Jose Cuervo Tequila 1.75 ltr. the West Coast Reg. $41.99 SALE $36.99 Best Liquor Selection Bacardi Rum Light or Dark 1.75 ltr. on the Islands Reg. $27.99 SALE $25.99 Special Orders and Case Discounts Cavit Pinot Grigio 1.5 ltr. Walk-in Humidor Reg. $16.99 SALE $14.99 Conquista Malbec 750 ml. $5.99 The Grand Floridian Orchestra Great hell Point Retirement Community welcomes the Grand Floridian Society Menage a Trois Red or White Orchestra as part of its third annual Summer Music Series. This concert will Selection 750 ml. $9.99 Stake place on Monday, July 30 at 7:30 p.m. in the Village Church Auditorium of Cigars Best Cigar Selection on the Islands on The Island at Shell Point. and “The Grand Floridian Society Orchestra is a popular attraction for visitors to Disney World,” said Dawn Boren, director of resident life. “The concert will offer the toe- Accessories Check out our Craft Beer tapping sounds of the Grand Floridian Society Orchestra and we know audience mem- Selection - Mix a Six for $10.49! bers will hear why Disney resort guests return year after year for this fantastic group of performers.” Coming from Walt Disney World’s Grand Floridian Resort is the ever popular No need to leave the island... it's all right here! Grand Floridian Society Orchestra, under the leadership of Mr. Pat Doyle. This orches- Bailey's Shopping Center (just right of the hardware store) tra features some of the country’s finest musicians who have been entertaining guests for the past 25 years. Corner of Periwinkle and Tarpon Bay • 472-1682 Tickets are currently on sale, priced at $15 each. To purchase tickets, visit www. shellpoint.org/concerts. For additional information about the concert series, call 454- Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Sun. noon - 7 p.m. 2067. ISLAND SUN - JULY 27, 2012 7 picnic packin’ savings Thur., 7.26.2012 - Wed., 8.1.2012 Boar’s Head 99 Oven Gold lb. Turkey 8 Cartoon by Pete Smith illustrating the Sanibel that might have been The Creation Of The City Of Sanibel ome to SCCF’s Nature Center on Friday, August 3 at 10 a.m. to The City That Almost Wasn’t and learn about the establishment of Sanibel as an inde- Cpendent city. The City of Sanibel was the first in the country to adopt a comprehensive land use plan based on the island’s natural systems. This program is the story of the city’s creation and the shaping of its future through the Sanibel Report. This work led in turn to the Sanibel Vision Statement and the Sanibel Plan. It was no accident that this work yielded the preservation of the phenomenal and bountiful natural resources we all enjoy today. Come hear more about The City That Almost Wasn’t and the work that led to its conservation. Admission is $5 for non-members while children under 17 and SCCF members are admitted free. The SCCF Nature Center is located at 3333 Sanibel-Captiva Road. Reservations are not necessary; call 472-2329 for more information. 92nd Anniversary Of Women’s Suffrage Recognized By LRWC he Lee Republican Women’s Club (Chartered) will hold its monthly luncheon meeting at the Crowne Plaza Holiday Inn, located at 13051 Bell Tower Drive Tin Fort Myers on Tuesday, August 7. Social hour begins at 11:30 a.m., with the luncheon and program starting at noon. In celebration of the ratification of the 19th amendment of the U.S. Constitution on Sunset August 18, 1920, granting women the vote, Annie Mrozinski has created an original Salsa presentation entitled “The Legacy of Seneca Falls, and Elizabeth Cady Stanton.” The Assorted Varieties Whole famous women’s rights reformer will be dramatically portrayed as an igniting force that 15 oz. propelled the suffrage movement for over fifty years. Watermelon To make reservations, call 574-2571 before August 2. 99 99 3 5ea. To advertise in the Island Sun Call 395-1213

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Don’t Leave Sanibel On Sanibel For Over 20 Years! Mon-Fri 9:30 am - 4 pm • Sat 9 am - 3 pm (at the East End) Without One… 455 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel 472-5544 Sanibel Island These new bumper stickers have green color to emphasize that almost 70% of Lisette Pantalon • Joseph Ribkoff Sanibel is conservation lands and a Crazy Larry whimsical heart to signify our island lifestyle. The peel-off back has information about Sanibel that you may not know. They are available at: Bailey’s GeneralGeneral Store Jerry’s Foods Unique Clothing for the well Jerry’s Foods dressed Island Girl & Island MacIntosh Books Woman Size 2 - 3X Olde Sanibel Shoppes Mon-Fri 9:30 am - 4 pm Sanibel Recreation Center Sat 9 am - 3 pm (at the East End) 630 Tarpon Bay Road 455 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Suncatcher’s DreamDream 395-3455 239.395.1464 Tuttle’sTuttle’s SeaSea HorseShell Shop Shop ISLAND SUN - JULY 27, 2012 9 FISH Cooking With Kids Presentation A Success

The cooking demonstration was led by Celia Hill, left

Youngsters took part in the Cooking With Kids presentation at the FISH Walk-In Center

Celia Hills shows youngsters how to prepare a healthy and tasty meal the evening teaching the children and their parents/guardians about the importance of a balanced diet. She then demonstrated how to cook tasty, healthy meals for an entire family. The participants not only got to watch, but also helped prepare and, perhaps most importantly, taste their kitchen creations. “It’s truly wonderful to be able to organize these educational events for our island families,” said Bill Fellows, president of FISH. “We hope that this inspires and teaches our young participants to use what they’ve learned, and help their families prepare nutritious meals in the future. We are very happy with the turnout and cannot wait to organize another Cooking With Kids event in the near future.” FISHH of Sanibel, Inc. is a non-profit, staffed by more than 200 volunteers, assist- ing Sanibel and Captiva islanders and visitors with a wide range of services. For more Two children watch the cooking demonstration than 30 years, FISH has been a “neighbor helping neighbors” organization offering a wide range of human services. It relies on community support to fund all programs and delicious, nutritious meal and educational experience was the evening’s plan accepts unopened, unexpired food items which are delivered directly to island families at the FISH of Sanibel’s Cooking With Kids presentation. A group of 28 chil- in need. Adren and their families attended the event on July 16. This was the second For more information, visit www.fishofsanibel.com. free workshop held at the FISH Walk-In Center and was open to the entire com- munity. Once again, the event included a hands-on cooking demonstration including nutri- tion education by Celia Hill, County Extension Agent IV, Lee County Extension of Island Winds Coiffures University of Florida/IFAS. Hill used foods found in the FISH Food Pantry, and spent HairH Salon for Women & Men Please Welcome "Josephine" featuring Facial Threading... Share your community news with us. (facial hair removal) Call 395-1213, Fax: 395-2299 Featuring or email [email protected] Manicures • Pedicures • Cuts • Color • Perms "Let us CUSTOMERS ALWAYS WELCOME! Pamper You!" NEW 695 Tarpon Bay Road, Sanibel • Promenade • 472-2591 10 ISLAND SUN - JULY 27, 2012 INSIDE CITY HALL City Employees Non-Historic Add- Recognized For On Is Approved Bear Capture For Shore Haven by Anne Mitchell by Anne Mitchell en city employees were rec- espite a lack of support from ognized by the Sanibel City city planning staff, the Sanibel TCouncil last week for their DPlanning Commission on Tuesday part in capturing the black bear that gave the nod for the Sanibel Historical had been living on Sanibel for about Museum & Village to include a non-his- a year. toric structure when it relocates Shore The capture took place June 21 Haven. and involved dragging the 270-pound The vote was 6-0, with Commissioner tranquilized animal through water Phillip Marks absent. near Lighthouse Beach. The 1992 add-on to the 1924 Sears The employees are: James Evans, Roebuck home on the bay is “incon- natural resources director; Police sistent with established policies,” said Chief Bill Tomlinson; Lt. Jamie Roy Gibson, city planner. However, the Phillips, Colt Masters and Officer Historic Preservation Committee recom- Richard Kennedy, Sanibel Police; mended that the commission approve it. and David Lawler, Joel Prosser, Dave Alex Werner, president of the museum Fehlandt, Ed Ploskonka and Brett and village, said more administrative and Dierken, public works department. visitor admissions space is badly needed The bear, which had started exhib- and the structure will help serve that iting nuisance behavior, was relocated purpose. He also said the orientation to Chassahowitzka National Wildlife presentation is an important part of the Refuge in Citrus County just north visitor experience and they could be bet- of Tampa, but later was seen on the ter served. campus of the University of South “We are not really giving (visitors) a Florida and also near the front gate wonderful experience,” Werner said. of Busch Gardens. He said he as well as the Historical It was again tranquilized by Preservation Committee were concerned state wildlife officers and moved to about introducing a more modern struc- Apalachicola in the Big Bend area of ture into the village, but noted there are the state, almost 400 miles northwest replica buildings in there already, such as of Sanibel. the old Bailey’s Packing House. It’s common, he added, for similar museums around the country to have a City employees manhandling the tranquilized bear through deep water during its capture modern office and reception building. continued on page 42

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Work Begins On Rabbit Road Shared Use Path n Monday, July 23, the City of Sanibel’s contractor, Bateman OContracting, LLP, began the scheduled asphalt widening and overlay of the shared use path running west of and parallel to Rabbit Road. The contractor has 60 days to complete the project. The shared use path from West Gulf Drive to south end of Surf Sound Court at cul de sac and from the north end of Surf Sound Court to Sanibel-Captiva Road will be closed to all traffic during the widening and overlay project. All path users are alerted to use due caution while traveling around the construction areas. For information or questions regard- ing this capital improvement project, contact the City of Sanibel’s Public Works Department at 472-6397.

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If you’re not familiar with all the jurisdictional boundaries begins August 6 and runs through the end of March 2013. If you’re not pack- in Monroe County, I strongly advise you to obtain a good map of the area so that you Ling up to head for the Keys right now, well... you’re basically no fun at all. I’m can avoid the no-take zones. Otherwise, visit the lobster information booth at mile just kiddin! I can’t go either this year because I wasted my vacation drowning bait in marker 106 on U.S. 1 in Key Largo. the murky waters of the Florida Panhandle left behind for a little while after Tropical During the short sport season, the recreational daily bag limit is six per person in Storm Debby. state and federal waters off Monroe County and Biscayne National Park, and 12 per I guess I’ll just have to live off my lobstering memories a while longer! person in state and federal waters off all other counties. 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What ing thunderstorms then switched back side grouper honey trip with Capt. Matt Mitchell to the regular pattern of late afternoon/ holes on the half looked like a small, heavy thunderstorm after time. that would skirt us to the north ended up evening thunderstorms. With afternoon hour or so of the slack tide mid-morning thunderstorms a regular event all summer resulted in many a lost battle with only My clients did manage to pull out sev- blowing up right on top of us. There was eral fish in the 18- to 21-inch range, but nothing else to do but put on the rain long, I try not to book afternoon trips this shorts being pulled out. Often during time of year. Besides the thunderstorms, slack tide periods, I will change gears and just could not seem to wrestle that keeper gear and sit tight up against a somewhat out from his jagged home. Even the tried sheltered mangrove shoreline until the a heat index of 100 degrees-plus most hit a few grouper spots while waiting on days makes being out during the hottest the tide to start moving again. In many and true technique of grabbing the spool strong wind gusts and rain slowed down and walking the fresh hooked fish down enough that I could leave. part of the day no fun. places I fish for grouper, the tide moves With good high water tides coming so fast the bait will not stay where you the gunnel did not seem to work. Just before the storm soaked us, we Fishing the sound is all about options had been watching one of the most later in the day this week, the morning want it or is in the strike zone for a very redfish fishing was tough, with a very brief period of time. With no tide, live and not wasting time on the water trying impressive waterspouts I have seen in to catch a target species when it is not years and managed to snap a few pic- small window to get it done. We did catch baitfish will stay against the structure until a few redfish but gave up on it quickly to a grouper just cannot resist it any more. feeding or conditions are not right. When tures. The waterspout was gulfside but fishing gets tough, switch it up and try only a few miles away, and could be move on to faster action. With lots of kids While fishing for grouper on one on my charters this week, I switched it up of my favorite channel markers in the something else. plainly seen from the bay side of the Capt. Matt Mitchell has been fishing and went to the old standby: the seatrout. northern sound, we had non-stop action local waters since he moved to Sanibel Catching 50-plus trout was easy to for over an hour. Even switching up to in 1980. He now lives in St. James City do most mornings. Also, finding feeding 65-pound braid heavy spinning outfits, and works as a back country fishing birds working glass minnows, you could we got our butts handed to us. Dropping guide. 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Sarasota Bay Jeremy, Brandon, Mallory and Jen with Explorers, Mote one of Mote’s green sea turtles crab, blue crab, pin fish, pig fish, spot fin, he Youth Conservation Corps Atlantic spade fish and parrot fish were (YCC) visited Sarasota Bay some of the marine critters the YCC got TExplorers and Mote Marine to learn about. Aquarium on June 28. One of the participants, Mallory, stat- The YCC is for high school students ed that she wants “to do this for a living. who have an interest in conservation. This is so cool.” The program was started with FDR’s YCC leader Jen DeLater, Adam, Jeanette, Mallory, Jeremy, Brandon and Jackson out- Another volunteer Dave guided new deal under the Civilian Conservation side Mote Marine Aquarium the group through the Mote Marine Corps (CCC) and has since evolved into TBE has made this possible for the Educational ranger Becky Wolff, YCC Aquarium. the YCC. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife “Ding” Darling YCC group. Although leader Jen DeLater and STAR teacher According to Jackson, “The turtles Service (USFWS) manages this program the youth are working performing trail Jillian Meek from the JN “Ding” Darling were my favorite. So cool and mesmer- and the official concessionaire at the JN maintenance, habitat management, etc., National Wildlife Refuge accompanied izing.” Many of the kids did not want to “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge, education days are offered so their overall the YCC on this trip. Captain Marty led leave. Tarpon Bay Explorers (TBE), and their education experience can be enhanced. the cruise on Sarasota Bay with natural- Thanks to Tarpon Bay Explorers, this sister company Sarasota Bay Explorers, USFWS trains the YCC in wildlife con- ist Stephanie, where they netted marine event was available to YCC so they were made this free event possible for the YCC servation and the key role of partnerships life. During the outing, otter, seahorses, able to learn what it means to be an envi- group. such as those of Sarasota Bay Explorers file fish, brittle stars, comb jellies, garlic ronmental steward. This is the fifth year in a row that and TBE. sponges, brown spiny sea stars, stone NIGHTLY SPECIALS It’s TENDER Shrimpfest is the NIGHT! Time! Sunday is Every Tuesday enjoy Crunchy Shrimp, Coconut Fried PRIME RIB Shrimp, Shrimp Scampi, BBQ NIGHT Shrimp, Shrimp fra Diablo plus a changing selection While it Lasts Monday - Magic Meatloaf w/brown gravy of shrimp specials like Thai 12 oz. Tuesday - Grilled Skirt Steak Shrimp and More! And the for Wednesday - Jerk Chicken “Special” Part… Thursday - Sushi & Sashimi they are all priced at $15. $22.00 So make plans now Friday - Still Lobstah Night with friends and Saturday - New England Fish Fry family ‘cause we Sunday - Battle of the Ribs (BBQ vs Prime) don’t know how $6 Burgers & Quesadillas! long it will last! Happy Hour Daily 4-6 33 Before 5 PM Years of Fresh Fish 10-Midnight on Sanibel Island! (Dine in only) Fish Market Open at 11 am (2 pm Sunday) Restaurant Open 5:00-9:30 pm 7 days Fish Market Open at 11 am (2 pm Sunday) Restaurant Open 4:00pm -12.00 am 7 days 472-3128 703 Tarpon Bay Rd www.prawnbroker.com 472-3128 703 Tarpon Bay Rd www.sanibelsportsbar.com 24 ISLAND SUN - JULY 27, 2012 Susan Hewitt, a volunteer at the What’s The Most American Museum of Natural History in New York City, recently did some sci- Common Shell On Sanibel? entifically controlled counts of shells on Sanibel beaches, and published her results in the latest issue of The Festivus, the magazine of the San Diego Shell Club. Both she and Dr. José H. Leal, director of the Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum, had an intuition about which shell would turn up as the most populous in random samples – and they were both correct. Based on her findings, there is a “common” shell that is most often found on Sanibel beaches. In recent postings on the museum’s Facebook page, readers offered a variety of answers, but many guessed incorrectly. See if you can guess the most abun- dant shell on Sanibel. For the correct answer, visit www.shellmuseum.org.

Susan Hewitt, shell enthusiast and researcher Eight of the many species of shells found on Sanibel beaches hich is the most abundant shell on Sanibel Island? We all Wknow how plentiful shells are Share your community on Sanibel’s beaches, but what species is most commonly found? Did you ever news with us. wonder? It is one among the eight shells Call 395-1213 IL TESORO RISTORANTE in the above picture? The common names of the spe- Fax: 395-2299 FINE ITALIAN CUISINE cies pictured are: (1) ponderous ark; (2) or email Florida prickly cockle; (3) cross-barred venus; (4) calico scallop; (5) Southern [email protected] inspired by Island Fare in a bistro style quahog; (6) transverse ark; (7) stiff pen shell; and (8) Florida fighting conch. TASTE OF THE ISLANDS VOTED “BEST CHEF” Which species is considered to be the BEST OF THE ISLANDS AWARD IRON CHEF WINNER most abundant on the island? 5-7pm Mimosas, Bellinis & Sangrias One for each person at the table (over 21 years of age) to toast for you at the table. The entire table can enjoy a complimentary toast with purchase of 2 or more entrees WINE WEDNESDAYS (cannot be used with any other promotion or coupon) “Fresh ingredients, simplicity, love... the recipe for a treasured dining experience” – Chef/Owner AJ Black

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Sara Borschke ara Borschke (8) from Winston- Salem, North Carolina found an Salphabet cone shell off Wightman Lane beach on Captiva.

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Christopher and Samantha Combs amantha and Christopher Combs, visiting from Seattle, Washington Sduring the first two weeks of July, had great success shelling between the West Wind Inn and the Blue Dolphin on West Gulf Drive. The water was so crys- tal clear one day that while snorkeling Kevin Czaja just off the beach, Christopher pulled Natalie Brunson with Elly and Addy Rundqwist a perfect scotch bonnet from the gulf hile staying at Mariner Pointe floor. on Sanibel, Kevin Czaja from n July 18, Natalie Brunson and Elly and Addy Rundqwist, vacationing on Samantha and Christopher, the grand- WDorchester, Massachusetts Sanibel from Oakwood, Georgia and Suwanee, Georgia, found a helmet children of Judy Hicks, found a total of found a lion’s paw on the beach at Blind Oshell, a carrier shell, a shark’s tooth, a Florida horse conch and an alphabet seven alphabet cones during their stay. Pass on July 19. cone at Beach Access #4.

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CROW Taste of the Islands chair Melissa Congress and bank Vice President and Office Manager Rob Lisenbee hold up the logo for this year’s Taste of the Islands. With them, from left, are bank staff Eric Russell, Holly Quick, Betsy Heizman, and Heather Harrison

he Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife (CROW) announced that Bank of the Islands/Edison National Bank will again be the Presenting Sponsor for Tthis year’s Taste of the Islands on November 11. This is the third year run- ning that the bank has led the sponsorship of this major event which is critical to CROW’s fundraising each year. The Old Captiva House is TripAdvisor’s top-rated Rob Lisenbee, vice president and office manager of the Bank of the Islands on Captiva restaurant — and here are two more reasons Sanibel said, “The officers and staff of Bank of the Islands/Edison National Bank are why. Dine with us Sunday-Thursday, and you’ll enjoy pleased and excited to be the Presenting Sponsor again this year of CROW’s Taste of FREE your choice of bottle of house wine (one per two the Islands. We have enjoyed partnering and participating in the Taste of the Islands entrees), or your choice of dessert (one per entree). for the past 13 years. We encourage everyone to be involved with this worthwhile Reservations 239.472.5161 X421 | Public Welcome event.” Over the years, the bank’s support has been both important and creative for the Taste. Among the many helpful elements was providing RV trailers to secure and count the money for the event when it was held at Algier’s Park. Since that time, the bank developed the idea of CROW Bucks, the currency now used at the Taste. NOT ONLY DO WE MAKE EVERY NIGHT SPECIAL. Additionally, the bank arranges for the printing and accounting of that currency. Taste of the Islands is a critical part of CROW’s fundraising each year to pursue its WE MAKE SPECIALS EVERY NIGHT. mission of saving wildlife through compassion, care and education. It is also a much anticipated event of great food, wonderful music and good fun. Taste of the Islands will be held at Sanibel Community Park.

The Crow’s Nest is one special place, every night of the week. Tuesday Special: Prime Rib, $29.95 (for two!). Wednesday Special: Surf & Turf, $24.95. Friday Special: Fish Fry, $17.95. Sunday Special: Barbeque, $17.95. Monday & Thursday: Crazy Crab Races Music Friday-Saturday: The New Vinyls Tuesday & Wednesday: Taylor Stokes

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Demonstrating how to recover from a capsized vessel, Karoline Tyrell climbs back into her boat

Campers launch their boats into the bay From page 1 Junior Sailing Camp a beautiful gift. You should all thank your parents and grandparents for encouraging you to do this.” Following lunch, Heidrick thanked the Junior Sailing Camp supporters, including instructor Austin Buonsignore, ‘Tween Waters Inn, Captain Mick Gurley as well as Mark and Dalia Jakubauskas. Campers then led the group outside to demonstrate the skills they had learned this summer. Launching an assortment of small sailboats into the bayside waters, the children sailed back and forth past the yacht club dock, where parents, grand- parents and siblings looked on with admi- ration and pride. “He really seems to like it a lot, because he loves being out on the Instructor Austin Buonsignore helps camper water,” said the father of camp partici- Jack Heidrick move his boat into the water pant Kyle Walker. “He’s going to go to Boy Scout camp in a couple of weeks, and now he’ll be able to go for his merit badge in sailing.” Annica Sivsov and Anna Willis sailing their boats

Mark and Dalia Jakubauskas taught campers how to use a standup paddle- Sailing camp coordinator Chris Heidrick board and his daughter Sarah ISLAND SUN - JULY 27, 2012 29

Captiva Island Yacht Club’s Lauren Davies assists a camper into her boat Camp instructor Austin Buonsignore coordinated the demonstration from a motorized vessel

David Tonti and Jack Heidrick prepare to launch their boat

donating their vehicle and glass to show Jennifer Mundin, Michelle Jaramillo, CARD OF THANKS the reflection of “you” in the mirrors. Barbara Chappell, Roger Blouin and Thanks again to everyone, you made the Bruce Cochrane. parade! Parade participants and spectators: Major Donors: Bank of the Islands, There are just too many of you to men- Island Sun and City of Sanibel. tion in the 100-plus units that walked, Supporting Organizations: Sanibel biked, Segwayed, rode, drove, crawled Police and Auxiliary Police, City of and skipped down Periwinkle Way, and Sanibel Public Works Department, Lee the thousands of you who saluted our County EMS, Lee County Sheriff’s flag, welcomed our grand marshals and Department, Veolia. Water and coolers cheered the entries and antics of the par- provided by Billy’s Bike Shop & Segway ticipants. You all have our heartfelt and of Sanibel, Billy’s Rentals, Bailey’s endearing thanks and gratitude for your General Store, Sanibel Recreation enthusiastic participation. Our promise Department, Sanibel Fire Rescue District. to you and all the citizens of Sanibel and A big thank you goes out to Lee Captiva is that we have already started County Mosquito Control for spraying so to plan for an even bigger and better we could enjoy the parade and fireworks. 23rd annual Independence Day Parade in Parade Route Supervisors: Sanibel- 2013. See y’all next year! Captiva Kiwanis Club – Dick Muench If you have any suggestions for next & Keystone Segway Police provided by year’s parade or an idea for the parade Parade Committee: Lisa Newmeyer-Cochrane, Trish Bissell-Phillips, Vicki Ashton, Mary Billy’s Bike Shop & Segway of Sanibel: theme, call Trish Phillips at 246-2981 or Bondurant, Rob Lisenbee (not pictured: Lorin Arundel and Billy Kirkland) Bob Grief, Billy Kirkland, Erik Kirkland, Lisa Newmeyer-Cochrane at 472-8875. Michael Maxwell, Debbie Sands, Preston We are also looking for a marching he Sanibel Independence Day would not have achieved the status of Schuetz, Ryan Schuetz and Tim Stone. band to participate in next year’s parade. Parade Committee wishes to being the biggest and best ever. Golf Carts donated by A+ Carts & If you know of someone we can contact, Tthank the following groups, busi- The Sanibel Independence Day Parade Parts – Jay Stewart. please let us know. nesses, sponsors, donors, spectators, Committee was established in 1990 by Judges: Vicki Ashton, Mary Happily and gratefully, participants, volunteers and their fami- the Sanibel & Captiva Association of Bondurant, Kara “KC” Cuscaden, Al and Your 2012 Independence Day Parade lies, friends, visitors, and many friendly Realtors. Since 1994 Family & Friends of Micki Kaplan. Committee: Trish Bissell-Phillips, co-chair; folks for their outstanding assistance and Don (Bissell) have been carrying on the Volunteers: Colton Phillips, Dakota Lisa Newmeyer-Cochrane, co-chair; support of the 2012 parade. tradition to honor the USA, on Sanibel Phillips, Megan Phillips, Shelby Jacobs, Rob Lisenbee, Lorin Arundel, Mary Without your participation the 22nd Island, on its birthday. Mason Taylor, Penny “The Tourist” and Bondurant, Vicky Ashton, Kara “KC” annual parade, We Salute the #1 Thanks to: Richard Wildman, Catherine and Tristan Cuscaden and Billy Kirkland. Vacation Destination, Sanibel Island (Top Grand Marshals - You! Thank you Bogan, Madeline Shearer, Tracey and Ranking from Frommer’s Travel Guides), goes out to Sanibel Glass & Mirror for Alex Polidan, Luke Spangler, Kevin and 30 ISLAND SUN - JULY 27, 2012 plans and make changes, if necessary. It Expectations” is published. Dickens’ father will annoy enough people to make it worth ★★★★ soon will be smooth sailing again. was thrown in debtors’ prison in 1824, and the effort.” My Stars SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to 12-year-old Charles was sent to work in a • It’s well-known that there were shortag- FOR WEEK OF JULY 30, 2012 December 21) Aspects of love are strong factory. The miserable treatment of children es of many items during World War II -- and ARIES (March 21 to April 19) A turn in for both single and paired Sagittarians. and the institution of the debtors’ jail became caffeine was one. It was such a problem, in a relationship upsets the amorous Arian, who Professional dealings also thrive under the topics of several of Dickens’ novels. fact, that the chemists at Coca-Cola tried to is puzzled by Cupid’s romantic antics. Be Sag’s clever handling of difficult situations. • On Aug. 2, 1876, “Wild Bill” Hickok, find a substitute, even experimenting with a patient and considerate. The confusion soon CAPRICORN (December 22 to January one of the greatest gunfighters of the derivative of bat guano. The idea was nixed will sort itself out. TAURUS 19) Set a realistic goal and follow it through American West, is murdered in Deadwood, by an executive who was afraid of the public (April 20 to May 20) It’s a to completion. Remember: You’re more like- S.D. Hickok was playing cards with his back backlash if the truth ever came out. good time for travel-loving Taureans to take ly to impress the right people with one well- to the saloon door when a young gunslinger • Just as a group of birds is called a off for fun-filled jaunts to new places. And done job than with lots of jobs left undone. named Jack McCall walked into the saloon, flock, a group of frogs is called an army. don’t be surprised if Cupid tags along for AQUARIUS (January 20 to February approached Hickok from behind, and shot • Ever wonder why a barber pole has red what could be a very eventful trip. GEMINI 18) You like to plan ahead. That’s fine. But him in the back of the head. and white stripes? It’s a rather grisly tale. At (May 21 to June 20) You be prepared to make some changes because • On Aug. 4, 1944, Jewish German-born one time barbers did more than cut hair; they appear to be of two minds about continuing of an unsettled period that influences your Anne Frank and her family, who had been sometimes performed marriages and bap- a relationship that seems to be riding rough- aspects through the 4th. hiding in German-occupied Holland, are tisms, served as dentists and even performed shod over your emotions. A frank talk could PISCES (February 19 to March 20) A found by the Gestapo and transported to var- surgery. When engaged in the medical work, help you decide one way or the other. CANCER brief phase of instability affects your usual ious concentration camps. The young girl’s any excess blood was soaked up by white (June 21 to July 22) Stepping work cycle. Use the time to catch up on diary of her time in hiding was found after towels, which were often hung up on a pole back from a relationship problem provides chores around the house or office. Things her death and published in 1947 as “The outside to dry. As the wind wrapped the a new perspective on how to deal with it. settle down soon after the 4th. Diary of Anne Frank.” towel around the pole, it created a design of Meanwhile, watch your words. Something BORN THIS WEEK: You love being • On July 30, 1976, American Bruce red and white stripes. said in anger now could backfire later. LEO the center of attention and probably would Jenner wins gold in the decathlon at the • The 1982 film “Gandhi,” which was (July 23 to August 22) A changing be a big success in show business. Montreal Olympics and sets a world record awarded eight Oscars, including the one situation makes the Big Cat uneasy. But hold in the event. After his win, Jenner was voted for best picture, used a whopping 300,000 on until things settle down around the 4th. THIS WEEK IN HISTORY the 1976 AP Male Athlete of the Year. The extras. Meanwhile, continue your good work on 1976 Olympics was his last decathlon. • Toilet paper was first introduced in the that still-unfinished project. VIRGO • On July 31, 1715, a hurricane strikes • On Aug. 1, 1981, MTV, the Music United States in 1857, but the idea didn’t (August 23 to September 22) A the east coast of Florida, sinking 10 Spanish Television network, makes its maiden broad- take off -- the paper being offered was evi- decided improvement in a workplace situa- treasure ships carrying tons of gold and cast with the words, “Ladies and gentlemen, dently too much like the paper in the Sears tion results in an unexpected, but very wel- silver coins and killing nearly 1,000 people. rock and roll.” The roughly 80 different catalog, which is what most people used at come, added benefit for everyone. Personal About 80 percent of the treasures was recov- videos that made up that first week’s rotation the time. relationships also improve. LIBRA ered within a year, but the rest remained lost on MTV probably represented nearly every • The most popular perfume in the world (September 23 to October 22) until the 1960s. promotional music video then available. is Chanel No. 5. Money matters remain a bit unsettled but • On Aug. 5, 1858, the first telegraph line soon will ease into the kind of stability you across the Atlantic Ocean is completed. Four STRANGE BUT TRUE THOUGHT FOR THE DAY appreciate. Meanwhile, an expanding social British and American vessels met in mid- life offers a chance to make new friends. SCORPIO ocean and successfully laid 2,000 miles of • It was German-American painter and “Always forgive your enemies, but never (October 23 to November cable, often at a depth of more than 2 miles. lithographer Herm Albright who made the forget their names.” -- Robert Kennedy 21) Use an unexpected roadblock in your • On Aug. 3, 1861, the last entry of following sage observation: “A positive atti- monetary dealings to reassess your financial Charles Dickens’ serialized novel “Great tude may not solve all your problems, but it BEST TAKE-OUT ON THE ISLANDS Restaurant & Deli Daily Lunch Specials • Salad Bar • Take-Out or Eat In • Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner The Only Dockside Dining on Sanibel Open Daily 6 a.m. - 10 p.m. Located at the Sanibel Marina Specializing in Local Seafood CALL FOR DAILY SPECIALS We also feature Petite & 10 oz. Filet Mignons Jerry’s Foods 472-9300 Dining Awards: 6 years running 472-8138

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One popular vase-style design can be ordered in 10 colors and its drum shade can be made of fabric or painted. Even choose one color inside and another outside to match any décor if you like, said store co-owner Carl Knight. This season the women’s fashion trend is all about color – vibrant, primary and eyecatching color and it’s said that home decorating follows fashion trends. However, at Sanibel Home Furnishings, that’s not the case. This island store has been featuring color ever since its inception, so the colorful hues seen on the racks at fashion stores this season are nothing new here. “Color is our big thing,” said Knight. That means the shades of the subtropics – turquoise, lime green, azure, raspberry pink, mango, sunny yellow and tangerine. The store’s line of comfortable sofas and chairs reflect the same hues – and since they come in “performance” fabrics, there’s no need to worry about stains. Ikat or tribal prints are hot right now, he said. And this trend does follow clothing fashion. Ikat doesn’t have the hard lines of some tribal prints so it teams beautifully with the lighter tones favored by many island homeowners. Speaking of fabrics, new bedding, rugs and pillows are due in later this summer for those who want to freshen up a particular room without major redecorating. A pair of chairs upholstered with ikat print fabric flank a lamp with a scallop texture For me, this Sanibel Home Furnishing’s merchandise epitomizes island style – it’s and Saturday and Taylor Stokes on Tuesday and Wednesday from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. casual yet sophisticated. Stop in and check it out at 1618 Periwinkle Way in the Heart Crab races are Mondays and Thursdays. The Crow’s Nest is at 15951 Captiva Drive, of the Island shopping center, phone 472-5552. phone 472-5161. Although Christmas is five months away, if you’re a crafter, it’s not too soon to Traditions on the Beach at the Island Inn has live entertainment most nights. start on those holiday projects. This week’s lineup includes: Friday, dancing to Joe McCormick and singer Barbara Three Crafty Ladies is already displaying a Christmas stocking panel. That’s a Smith; Saturday, Joe McCormick and singer Marvilla Marzan; Wednesday, Prime length of fabric – all you need to make a red, white and green stocking – on which is Rib & Prime Jazz with the Traditions All Star Jazz Band; Thursday, dancing to Joe printed the instructions for making it as well as all the parts to cut out and sew togeth- McCormick with popular favorites and smooth vocal stylings, R&B, jazz and pop. er. It even comes with a gift tag. Traditions is at 3111 West Gulf Drive, phone 472-4559. There’s also a kit for children to make a small Christmas tree using their own hand- Sweet Melissa’s Café features Michael David playing light acoustic background prints cut from green felt. music Wednesday through Saturday from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Sweet Melissa’s is at Meanwhile, the Sanibel table runner, depicting the shape of the island on a blue 1625 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, phone 472-1956. background with quilting and embroidery, is available already made for $79, or make The Jacaranda has entertainment nightly from 7 to 11 p.m. On Friday and it yourself with the $45 kit. This is an exclusive design by award-winning quilter Carol Saturday, various artists are featured. On Sunday, it’s Jamaica “Dave” & Co., reggae DeCesare, whose art quilts are in the process of being displayed on an entire wall of and dance; Monday, Renata, jazz, contemporary music and dance; Tuesday, Steve the store. They are for sale, as are many of her original patterns. “Scooter” Reynolds, accoustic guitar, contemporary music and dance; Wednesday, Three Crafty Ladies also carries hundreds of bolts of fabrics, quilting and needle- Buckeye Ken, contemporary, Top 40 and blues; Thursday, 2 Hot, contemporary, reg- work supplies and most craft needs. You’ll find the store in Heart of the Islands, gae and dance. The Jacaranda is at 1223 Periwinkle Way, phone 472-1771. Sanibel, phone 472-2893. Traders Store & Cafe features music by Chris Workman Wednesdays from 7 to LIVE ON THE ISLANDS 10 p.m. and Danny Morgan and Friends on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7 to 10 The Crow’s Nest at ‘Tween Waters Inn will feature The New Vinyls on Friday p.m. Traders is at 1551 Periwinkle Way, phone 472-7242. The Mucky Duck on Andy Rosse Lane, Captiva, features music by Mark Dupuy on Mondays; Rich Lancaster, Wednesdays; Gene Federico, Thursdays and Saturdays; and Buckeye Ken, Fridays. The Island Cow on Periwinkle Way has live entertainment on Friday with Dan Confrey; Saturday, Diana Lynn; and Sunday, Buckeye Ken. Phone 472-0606. RC Otter’s, 11506 Andy Rosse Lane, Captiva, has live music daily with dining inside and out, phone 395-1142. Keylime Bistro features live music days and nights seven days a week. The bistro is at 11509 Andy Rosse Lane, Captiva, phone 395-4000. Please visit our Island Sun online Restaurant owners/managers, please advertisers each week at e-mail or fax your entertainment sched- www.islandsunnews.com. ule to Anne Mitchell at islandsuncity@ You can click through to their aol.com or 395-2299. Web sites for more information about real estate, shopping, restaurants and services. Just click on the logos surrounding The Sanibel runner designed by Carol DeCesare is available ready-made or as a kit at the front page. Three Crafty Ladies ISLAND SUN - JULY 27, 2012 33

Cathy Incardona, Karen and Brian Goldberg, Michael McNally Helen Dixon and Chuck Grinnell Ed Sindelar and Dixie Lee Ball New Play Contest Winner At Theatre Conspiracy by Di Saggau oyal Fans of Theatre Conspiracy were in attendance last Saturday Levening for one of their favor- ite social events, the 3rd annual New Play Contest fundraiser. It was held at the Foulds Theatre in Fort Myers and featured a pre-show reception with deli- cious food, wine, drink and merriment. This is actually the 14th annual New Rose and Paul Beaulieu Chris Bethuy and Lucy Harris Jordan Axelrod and Tommie Schott Play Contest held by Theatre Conspiracy. new adaptation of The Picture of Dorian woman who has kept her engagement tial 2012-2013 schedule for Theatre They had over 300 entries from across Grey. Artistic Director Bill Taylor narrated from her family a secret. She has come Conspiracy which includes: August, The the United States and Canada. Following the various scenes and actions in the home to make the problematic announce- Art of Murder; September The Nerd; the reception, selected readings from the plays. ment, but finds herself stymied when she and January, Intimate Exchanges. The top three plays were held on stage. Nine Following the readings, ballots were realizes that her fiance will be a huge dis- November show, Becky’s New Car, actors took part in the readings, playing handed out to everyone in the audience appointment to her family. The Tower of will be held at The BIG ARTS Strauss various characters from The Language to vote for their favorite play. The winner, Magic will be performed in October. Theater on Sanibel. of Flowers, The Tower of Magic, and a The Tower of Magic, is about a young Taylor also announced the par- Great Service! Great Dedication! Great Results!

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The league is approachable endeavor? open to both boys and girls from kinder- • They’re achievable. Broken down with diet and the P90X exercise routine. portion of both events takes place on I decided to try the Galloway Triathlon to roads closed to other traffic. The Gulf- garten through eighth grade as well as a into their three components, a sprint- Pre-K division of 3 and 4 year olds. This length triathlon such as the Galloway give me a change of pace on training for front run course is just flat-out gorgeous fitness and achieve a personal satisfying (along with being flat). league gives children the opportunity to Captiva Triathlon – which consists of a learn and enjoy the game. quarter-mile swim, a 10-mile bike and a goal of physical accomplishment.” – Greg Both adult and children athletes can Vogler, Sanibel and Chicago, Illinois find out more details and register online The upcoming season runs from 5K run – is something with reach for all August to October. Games will be on levels of fitness. “My son and I will be doing this race through the link at the event’s website, for the first time. My son is 7 and I am www.captivatri.org. The entire family can Saturdays between 9 a.m. and 12:45 • They’re accessible. The proliferation p.m. and practice times will be deter- of multisport events means there’s one to (not). We both love sports but this is the make the Galloway Captiva Triathlon a first time that we can do an event togeth- family, fun and fitness weekend at South mined by coaches. fit almost every calendar and locale. The The fee is $30 per child for Sanibel longer-distance events may take a little er, as many marathons and triathlons Seas Island Resort. do not consider children. They are the The title sponsor is the Galloway fam- Recreation Center members or $38 per more work, but it’s easy to find a sprint child for non-members. Registration is tri nearby – especially in a warm clime future of the sport and they need great, ily of dealerships, Southwest Florida’ pre- fun events like this to get off the couch eminent auto outlets who also sponsored now open. Volunteers needed for coach- such as Southwest Florida. ing, team parents, scorekeepers and • They’re affordable. While triathletes and discover the pleasure of working with last year’s inaugural event. Event spon- their bodies.” – Kimberly Blake-Roth, sor for the adult race is the Zehr Center referees. can (and do) spend lots to be properly Contact the Sanibel Recreation equipped for their sport, all it really takes Miami Beach for Orthopaedics, and Jason Gunter When you register for the Galloway P.A. is sponsor for the children’s event. Center, 3880 Sanibel-Captiva Road, for is a swimsuit and goggles, a bike and hel- more information. 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Dependent Redefined hether exchanges would qualify for the base Modified Adjusted Gross Income While many of us hope to have our or not coverage requirement, although these Surtax children on their own before reaching age Wyou dis- exchanges are not mandated under fed- A surtax of 3.8 percent will be 27, the HCRA treats children under age agree with the eral law until 2014. Some states’ gover- imposed on taxpayers with Modified 27 as a dependent for many purposes. Supreme Court’s nors, such as Florida’s Rick Scott, have Adjusted Gross Income (MAGI) in Penalties recent ruling, it warned that they don’t intend to follow excess of $200,000 for individuals and As mentioned above, the penalties for would appear the federal mandate. These state health $250,000 for joint filers. Consequently, failure to comply with enrolling in or pur- that the Health insurance exchanges are a key element to a surtax of $380 would be imposed on chasing essential health coverage is based Care Reform Act the plan, as they include federal premium an individual’s MAGI of $210,000. This upon a formula for which the factors (HCRA) – informal- assistance credits for those at or near the is calculated as follows: MAGI $210,000 have not yet been determined. Normal ly referred to by many as ObamaCare poverty line. There are also anticipated less $200,000 threshold = $10,000 mul- taxpayer penalties will also apply for fail- – is likely to become law in 2013. In savings for small businesses with 100 tiplied by 3.8 percent. ure to pay or withhold proper amounts the words of former Saturday Night or fewer employees through the state MAGI is deemed to be the taxpayer’s for the Medicare and income surtaxes. Live comedian and current United exchanges. adjusted gross income increased by any Planning Tips States Senator Al Franken, the question Many unanswered questions remain foreign earned income or foreign housing The new law makes end of year becomes, “What does that mean for over these state exchanges, including costs excluded under the tax law. income tax planning important if you me?” what happens if a state elects to not fol- The surtax is limited to a calculation are a taxpayer earning over the thresh- There really are several pillars of the low them. using the lesser of the MAGI or the tax- old amounts delineated under the law. plan that create additional expenses for Failure to comply with the essential payer’s net investment income. Generally speaking, when coupling the individuals, whether you choose to call base coverage requirements results in Investment income does include inter- effects of the expiration of the Bush tax those expenses costs (such as the require- a tax to the individual, but not until est, dividends, rents, passive income from cuts along with the implementation of the ment to purchase health insurance), 2014. The tax is computed using for- a trade or business, annuities and gain on HCRA, taxpayers may want to consider penalties (such as when you don’t comply mulas based on the cost of the national the disposition of property. Investment accelerating the recognition of income with the law) or taxes, which are ubiqui- exchange premiums which haven’t been income does not include IRA or other and capital gains taxes before the end of tous. determined yet. qualified retirement account distributions, the year, as well as accelerating medical Individuals will be required to pay for Health Care Flexible Spending tax exempt bond interest, veterans ben- expense deductions as well. or enroll in some sort of base coverage Accounts efits or the gain on the sale of a principal Since everyone may be affected differ- or pay a penalty (in the words of Chief In 2013, contributions to health care residence. ently by these changes, you should always Justice Roberts, a tax). Failure to cover flexible spending accounts will be limited In my example above, if the individual consult with your tax professionals as to oneself with minimal essential health to a maximum of $2,500, indexed to taxpayer had net investment income your own individual circumstances prior coverage will result in a penalty tax of a inflation. Employers will no longer be able of $25,000 included in their MAGI of to acting. currently undetermined amount. Changes to establish their own limits. The item- $210,000, then the surtax would still ©2012 Craig R. Hersch. Learn more to tax deductible health care spending ized deduction floor for medical expenses equal $380. Here, the MAGI in excess at www.sbshlaw.com. accounts, additional Medicare taxes on will be raised from 7.5 to 10 percent of wages, surtaxes on income and a redefini- adjusted gross income before you receive tion of “dependent” under the law are all a tax deduction. Taxpayers 65 or older part of the plan. before December 31, 2010 get to keep Let’s take a closer look at each com- the 7.5 percent floor through the 2016 ponent: calendar year. “Essential” Base Coverage Medicare Tax Requirement Most wages and self-employed income In order to satisfy the minimum essen- will be taxed at an additional 0.9 percent tial coverage requirement, individuals will for Medicare for those earning more have to enroll in or otherwise pay for a than $200,000 (individuals) or $250,000 plan such as Medicare or Medicaid, an (joint) filers. The tax is imposed on the employer sponsored health plan, an indi- combined earnings of both spouses, vidual market plan, some sort of a grand- which currently is not the case for the fathered plan or some other coverage, Medicare tax. Normally, there is no risk where state health insurance exchanges of under withholding under current law, are expected to play a role but since employers will have no idea State-sponsored health insurance what the employee’s spouse makes, that

From page 10 one with significance to the island’s black families, some of whom stayed in the Shore Haven cottage while working for Shore Haven’s Furthermore, it will be easier and original owners. more practical for the contractor to move Shore Haven will be moved in two the entire structure. The addition can be sections, first by barge to the end of Dixie removed once on the village site if neces- Beach Boulevard and then by truck to sary. the village on Dunlop Road, at a cost of Shore Haven is on Sanibel’s list of his- about $150,000. toric structures and the planning commis- There will be no more additions to the sion on Tuesday granted the same status village, Werner said, because with the to the caretaker’s cottage on the property placing of Shore Haven and the cottage, at 1111 Bird Lane. The addition of the all of the available space is now used. 1992 structure came up publicly for the first time that day. The villagwe houses a collection of buildings that reflect Sanibel’s history and the caretaker’s cottage is the only ISLAND SUN - JULY 27, 2012 43 before commercial lobster traps are bag and on-the-water possession limit is within 300 feet of a divers-down flag on August Fun Days placed in the water. Commercial fisher- six spiny lobsters per person. open waters and within 100 feet of a flag men may begin putting their traps in the You must have a recreational saltwater within rivers, inlets or navigation chan- At Rec Center water on August 1, and recreational and fishing license and a spiny lobster permit nels. The flag must be displayed from the egistration is open for Fun Days commercial fishermen may harvest spiny to recreationally harvest spiny lobsters highest point of the vessel and must be on Monday and Tuesday, August lobsters starting on August 6. unless you are exempt from recreational visible from all directions. When divers R6 and 7. The Fun Days will offer Spiny lobsters must have a carapace license requirements. Information about are out of the water, the flag must not be a variety of athletic games, craft projects length greater than three inches to be these licenses and permits is available displayed. and special entertainment. Enrollment taken during the open seasons, and div- online at www.MyFWC.com/License. More information on divers-down flag is available for children in Kindergarten ers must possess a measuring device and Divers and snorkelers must display requirements is available online at www. through eighth grade. measure all lobsters in the water. a “divers-down” flag (red with a white MyFWC.com/Boating by clicking on This program operates from 8 a.m. During the two-day spiny lobster sport diagonal stripe) while in the water. Divers- “Boating Regulations.” to 5:30 p.m. Each child needs to bring a season, recreational divers and snorkel- down flags displayed on vessels must Additional information on recreational lunch, swimsuit and towel. Light snacks ers can take up to six lobsters per person be at least 20 inches by 24 inches, and spiny lobster fishing, including how will be provided. daily in Monroe County and Biscayne a stiffener is required to keep the flag to measure spiny lobster, is available Register by July 31 to receive the early National Park waters and 12 lobsters unfurled. Dive flags carried on floats must online at www.MyFWC.com/Fishing by bird rate of $20 for recreation center per person daily in other Florida waters. be at least 12 inches by 12 inches. Divers clicking on “Saltwater,” “Recreational members and $25 for non-members. You can possess no more than the daily must make reasonable efforts to stay Regulations” and “Lobster.” After that date, the fee is $22 for mem- bag limit of lobsters when you are on the bers, $27.50 for non-members. water. When you are off the water, you Fun Days are at the Sanibel can possess the daily bag limit on the Recreation Center, 3880 Sanibel-Captiva first day and double the daily bag limit Road. For more information call 472- on the second day. Possession limits are 0345 or visit www.mysanibel.com. enforced on and off the water during the two-day sport season. Night diving for spiny lobsters during Spiny Lobster the two-day sport season is not allowed in Monroe County, and all harvest of Seasons To Begin lobsters is prohibited in John Pennekamp he 2012 recreational and com- Coral Reef State Park during the two-day mercial spiny lobster seasons season. Twill open soon, beginning with Lobster harvest is also prohibited at all the two-day spiny lobster recreational times in Everglades National Park, Dry season on July 25 and 26. 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People of all ages are served nn Kurn, a nurse by CARF-accredited providers all around practitioner and Re-accreditation the world. ASanibel Island ee Memorial Health System is For more information, visit www.carf. resident, was one pleased to announce that The org/QuickFacts. of 100 providers in LRehabilitation Hospital has been Florida chosen to con- re-accredited by the Commission sult alongside Dr. Oz on Accreditation of Rehabilitation on July 12 in Tampa Facilities (CARF) for three years as a FGCU’s Infant for a show that will be Comprehensive Integrated Inpatient aired next season. The Rehabilitation Program (CIIRP) for Development goal of the program adults, adolescents and children. was to do physicals on The Rehabilitation Hospital also Lab Sponsors Film 1000 Tampa residients received accreditation from CARF for lorida Gulf Coast University’s and assess how healthy its stroke and brain injury specialty pro- Infant Development Lab sponsors Tampa is compared to grams. Fthe airing of Gnomeo & Juliet other cities around the The Rehabilitation Hospital underwent on Tuesday, July 31 at the Gulf Coast country. extensive preparation to successfully Town Center’s “Cinema Under the Dr. Oz offered free conform to the rigorous industry leading Stars” summer movie series. The movie blood glucose and cho- standards of CARF. Re-accreditation indi- starts at 8:30 p.m. in the Market Plaza lesterol testing, weight, cates that The Rehabilitation Hospital Lee near Fire Pit Restaurant. All families are BMI and waist measure- Memorial Health System is committed to invited to shop, dine and watch a free, ment. 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The data survey included both service-specific stan- National Science Foundation and FGCU. revealed that 67 percent of the people were obese, and 55 percent were prehyperten- dards and business practices standards The lab welcomes families with children, sive or had high blood pressure. The patients were given free advice on changing their that address accountability, ethics, organi- from birth to 5 years, interested in learn- lifestyle, including diet and exercise tips. zational stability and other essential areas. ing more about language and develop- Kurn owns Sanibel Diet and Wellness and also practices family medicine at First CARF was founded in 1996 as an ment. Care Medical Center. independent, non-profit accreditor of For more information, contact health and human service providers. research associate Jim Morgante at 590- Their consultative accreditation processes 7516. 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My husband and I did our best to give Retail pharmacies – I assume they support to this child. ear don’t like me because I slow down pro- My son’s business has transferred him Readers, ductivity when customers take up the to Asia for the next five years. They have D I was pharmacist’s time up asking about this asked me to care for their daughter in my slurping Pho at so-called “drug mugging” effect. Hey, Mom And Me home while they are out of the country. lunch, and blurted if retail pharmacies bought one copy of They want to be free of responsibility to to Sam that nobody Drug Muggers for each store, side effects enjoy his assignment. likes me. He said would diminish greatly. If a pharmacy I am a widow now and enjoying my “Why? You have didn’t stock a particular supplement, they retirement. This is a responsibility I do faithful readers, con- could send you to the health food store. not want and I feel they are expecting too stant letters express- This reminds me of the movie, Miracle much from a woman of my years. Am ing gratitude, your On 34th Street. Santa sent families to I being unreasonable? I would like your books are sold world-wide, your family Gimbals because he didn’t have a specific opinion. loves you, even Dr. Oz and Mercola like toy at Macy’s. Now that’s integrity. Eva you.” Over the rice noodles, half joking, I Not to sound like Debbie Downer, but Dear Eva, said yeah, but... my list gets longer by the mouthful. The What is up with your family, Eva? Pharmacists – Some don’t like me religious people at my front door. They What is your son’s story? I cannot because I offer remedies from the “wrong didn’t initially dislike me, only after they understand how or why a mother and side of the counter.” One acquaintance saw me peek through the window and by Lizzie and Pryce father would want to give their daughter said “There aren’t any health benefits to scamper! The phone solicitor who I hung izzie and Pryce answer your ques- to other family members for five years herbs Suzy, that’s why the FDA won’t up on. My ex, whatever. Believe it or tions and give advice about aging so they can enjoy their trip “free from approve them.” For $40, you can buy all not, some vitamin makers don’t like me, Lconcerns from a two-generational responsibility.” WOW! of my books on Amazon.com and learn because I have the chutzpah to dish about perspective. A mother and daughter I am a true believer in family helping what they failed to teach us in six years of artificial ingredients and fillers. Someone team, Lizzie is a retired RN and health family. I am also a believer of family not pharmacy school. has to tell the truth! (Yes, they are the size educator, and Pryce is a licensed psy- taking advantage of family. So, if your Physicians – Some don’t like me of King Kong). chotherapist in private practice who son and daughter-in-law want to fly you because you (the patient) bring my col- Call me paranoid, but I think my specializes in the care of elders and to Asia on different occasions for you umns in and question them. Most MDs waiter’s mad (despite my generous tip) people with chronic illnesses. to assist with the care of their child, that don’t research daily finding it’s easier to because I’m typing while I eat, and occu- Dear Mom & Me, sounds more responsible in my book. tell patients I’m wrong. Who pays the pying his table. Don’t like me? Take a My adult children are asking me to do Pryce price for that? Sam is chuckling because number! I think I’m a nice lady, you can something that I think is unreasonable. Dear Eva, soup is dripping down my chin. How are ask um, eh... my mom. Thirty years ago, my daughter-in-law Many adult children never seem to you supposed to eat soup with chopsticks All kidding aside, I honestly do my best was threatening to have a miscarriage. realize that their mother is at a different anyway?! to serve others, my intentions are good, After being in and out of her bed for five stage of her life and she wants something State organizations – I speak at inter- and I always “pay it forward.” Tonight, weeks, I finally told her, “I had exactly the more than giving child care. You have national conventions, to physicians, phar- I think I’ll throw myself a pity party on same thing happen to me years ago, and done your best to help and now it is time macists and consumer groups, yet in 23 Facebook. You’re invited (www.facebook. my doctor said ‘get up, that is nature’s for you to have enjoyment. I think your years, I’ve never been invited by my own com/suzycohenrph), but this means you’ll way of terminating an abnormal preg- family is asking too much. state pharmacy organization or university have to “like” me. LOL. nancy.’” Your son and daughter-in-law have a (of Florida... hint, hint). I assume they This information is not intended My son and daughter-in-law were furi- number of options. They can arrange for don’t like me because I’m too attracted to treat, cure or diagnose your condi- ous with me and they barely spoke to us their daughter to live in a group home with adults similar to herself, and you can visit frequently. They can take her with them and arrange for in-home help when they travel, or she can be placed in a sheltered environment in the country where they will be living. I would suggest that your son inquires at the Human Resources Department at the company where he works. Many of these companies have tremendous resources available and information for their employees who will be living abroad. Lizzie Lizzie and Pryce’s email address is [email protected].

Share your community news with us. Call 395-1213 Fax: 395-2299 or email [email protected] ISLAND SUN - JULY 27, 2012 47 Dr. Dave the desk. Can still happen. herpdenghivcholeraebolanitis type A. hol, even though an intoxicated stetho- • Latex gloves – In addition to wear- Doctors wear apparel with crev- scope is of little use to anyone except Hazards ing these to perform office orifice exams, ices that harbour all kinds of potential Foster Brooks. etc., we often get asked by wee Wesley, pathogens. This includes stethoscopes, But Moose still comes out on Of The Trade “Can you make a balloon face for me SpongeBob cufflinks and neckties. Wednesdays. doctor.” Sure. And if you’re allergic to Recently, a Florida company has actu- Like the column? You’ll LOVE the by Dr. Dave that latex glove, Wesley, I can make you ally developed an anti-microbial tie for book the Doctor is In(sane), available at Hepburn into a balloon face. Again, no longer doctors! A bearded colleague of mine Sanibel Island Bookshop. Contact Dr. ospitals and given out as treats. used to actually scrub his beard in the Dave or read more at www.wisequacks. doctor’s • Sharps box – Used needles, broken kitchen sink after every second patient. org. Hoffices are vials, Madonna’s boustierres are usually Don’t forget those pristine white coats great places to go out of reach of exploring fingers of those with pockets typically teeming with bac- Fromn page 12 and pick up: less than the sharpest kids and addicts. teria, fungi, swabs, parking tickets, Regis a. neat drugs • Pap drawers – Toddler Tim likes to Philbin photos, lunch leftovers and biopsy Rotary Happenings b. diseases open this drawer and grab assorted excit- specimens, a virtual cesspool which has Morgan’s father, Scott Smith, has c. injuries ing toys like the duck bill speculums and been fermenting for weeks. encouraged and supported the goal In fact, the less that doctors wear, the d. nurses hockey stick swabs, followed by promptly Morgan set for himself and as one of shutting the drawer on his fingers. better. The British Medical Association e. all of the Troop #140 leaders, has guided some of above Doesn’t typically say “Ouch, mother,” but has now asked doctors to remove “func- rather screams bloody murder, causing tionless clothing items” beginning with the Scout activities Morgan has partici- A doctor’s office can be as dangerous pated in. as a bikini boutique in Baghdad. mass hysteria out in the wailing room. ties. I thought of trying out this concept • Stirrups – We have no palaminos. by showing up in my thong “Moose,” but On Friday, Morgan, representing Boy So please be aware of hazardous: Scout Troop #140, accepted a $500 • Tongue depressors – Though we, Need I say more? after a close call with the liquid nitrogen, I • Previous patients – Who knows what decided otherwise. donation from Sanibel-Captiva Rotary as kind and entertaining doctors, love Club for volunteer hours spent by the to draw little faces on our used Popsicle exotic, highly infectious disease the indi- True, doctors tend to wear the same vidual sitting in your chair in the wailing white coat day after day without washing scouts helping with our Rotary Arts and sticks and give them to Junior, I won’t Crafts Fair this year. soon forget the little guy who went out of room or on the exam table had? “Doc, it, and yes, some never remove their tie A big shout-out of thanks goes to the office and fell on the tongue depres- I notice you’re wearing a quarantine suit except to restrain 6 year olds or snap it sor he had between his teeth. Suddenly, and a gas mask. Does that have anything at a colleague’s crotch in the surgeon’s Rotarian Nancy McHenry for her role more than his tongue was depressed. to do with the guy who just left with one dressing room. But I can’t tell you how as float coordinator for this year’s 4th of • Liquid nitrogen – Colder than a ear and a festering frothy fibula?” many times my white coat has acted as July Parade; additional thanks goes to naked Neanderthal nun in a Nunavut But perhaps the most dangerous a shield against blood, spit, sneezes, spu- Island Graphics for our Rotary signage on November, LN2 is meant to remove source in a doctors office is the doctor tum and vomit... some of it from patients. the float. assorted skin bleebies from your hide himself. Infections are spread person To say nothing of Alphagetti and Sloppy The Sanibel-Captiva Rotary Club and to perform cool, eerie smoke- to person, and that includes the doctor Joe’s and as a walking storage cabinet of meets at 7 a.m. every Friday at Bistro spittin’ Halloween tricks. Remember who comes into your room and places assorted secret paraphernalia. At Beachview, 1100 Par View Drive. hi skool physics class when Mr. a stethoscope on your torso, having So I have agreed to lose the ties (I hate For further information regard- Krywzczkrwzyrschky allowed you to dip a minutes earlier pressed it up against an to have my ascot up around my neck ing the Sanibel Rotary or Rotary wire, a cord or one of Jimmy Wagstaff’s abscess of a patient dying of a highly anyway), SpongeBob and I will shave International, call 337-1099. appendages in it and then shatter it on infectious Eastern Moldavian tictyphep- daily and clean my stethoscope with alco- Got A Problem? Dr. Connie Is In by Constance Clancy Q: Why is it I have such a difficult time with change? A: A word that is used synony- mously with change is stress. As a rule, Indispensable most people don’t like change. We like Advice from Dr. Dave to keep things status quo as it keeps us comfortable. To change involves risk. Change tends to disrupt our comfort zone, that area of security created by our thoughts, ideas, perceptions, possessions and even our locale. I have written and spoken before on the saying, “The only person who likes change is a wet baby.” Now, in the 21st century, like it or not, change is happening at a rapid rate. The rate of change we are experienc- ing today is unparalleled to any other time in our history. People in general are finding this rate of change quite stressful. While change is a threat to our security, especially job change, know that security is found within, not from something out- Get your copy of Dr. Dave’s Book side ourselves. Anytime we are faced with change at Sanibel Island Books and Gifts, and it is scary, realize that this feeling is 1571 Periwinkle Way temporary and once we face it and get 472-5223 beyond what we thought was so traumat- ic, we will realize it was for the better and we can move on with grace. 48 ISLAND SUN - JULY 27, 2012 Top 10 Real Estate Sales Development City Year Built Square Footage Listing Price Selling Price Days on Market Captiva Captiva 1992 8,200 2,195,000 2,195,000 34 Bonita Bay Bonita Springs 2000 3,167 1,200,000 1,100,000 118 Briarcliff Fort Myers 2003 9,100 1,595,000 1,000,000 204 Captiva Captiva 1950 950 945,000 850,000 1 Renaissance Fort Myers 2007 3,174 849,905 788,410 7 Palmira Golf And CC Bonita Springs 2001 2,603 779,000 720,000 48 Wildcat Run Estero 1990 3,300 689,000 663,100 168 The Colony at Pelican Landing Bonita Springs 2006 2,091 699,000 650,000 283 Beachview Country Club Sanibel 1982 2,782 644,000 590,000 95 Bonita Bay Bonita Springs 2007 2,210 599,000 575,000 185

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Southwest Florida International Airport served more than 7.5 million passengers Airport Reports Traffic In June in 2011 and is one of the top 50 U.S. airports for passenger traffic. No ad valorem uring the month of June, 454,044 passengers traveled through Southwest (property) taxes are used for airport operation or construction. Florida International Airport, a decrease of four percent compared to June For more information, visit www.flylcpa.com. D2011. Year-to-date, passenger traffic is down six percent from the same period last year. The traffic leader in June was Delta with 114,905 passengers traveling to and from Fort Myers. Rounding out the top five airlines were AirTran (74,766), Southwest (71,583), JetBlue (49,278) and US Airways (41,935). Share your community news with us. Southwest Florida International Airport had 4,905 aircraft movements (takeoffs and landings), a decrease of 7.5 percent compared to June 2011. Page Field saw 6,108 Call 395-1213, Fax: 395-2299 movements, a 2.8 percent increase from June 2011. In addition, 2.7 million pounds of air freight moved through Southwest Florida International Airport in June 2012, an or email [email protected] increase of 12.9 percent compared to June 2011. PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY PAINTING REMODELING CONSTRUCTION/REMODELING Residential & Commercial Painting Cook & Son, Inc. - Power Washing CGC1507121 - Wallpaper Hanging Custom Remodeling - Faux Finishing Kitchen • Baths • Carpet • Tile • Hardwood Concrete Restoration • Water Proofi ng - Free Estimates • Stucco • Plumbing • Electrical - Interior & Exterior Offi ce: 472-9137 • Cell: 691-8445 - Dependable - Reliable CONSTRUCTION LAWN MAINTENANCE COLOR SCHEMES - Licensed & Insured on request from Sanibel Home Furnishings Lic #S3-11944

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Florida Vegetable Nachos 2 cups low fat refried beans 1 cup broccoli, chopped small 1 cup radishes, chopped small 1 cup squash, chopped small 2 cups shredded pepper jack cheese ¼ cup fresh scallions, chopped small ¼ cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped Tortilla chips Spread refried beans at the bottom of a baking dish and sprinkle chopped broccoli, radishes and squash on the oven at 300 degrees F for 7 minutes. Remove baking dish from the oven and add cheese and tortilla chips on top and bake in the oven for 3 minutes more. After removing the baking dish from the oven, sprinkle nachos with scallions and cilantro. Add low-fat sour cream, fresh salsa and guacamole on the side. Serve immediately. Yields two to four servings.

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NEWS PAPE R Sanibel & Captiva Islands [email protected] [email protected] 1640 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel 54 ISLAND SUN - JULY 27, 2012 Pets Of The Week y name is Ruby. I am a 6-year-old Mred female labra- dor retriever mix. I don’t know if they NEWSPAPER named me Ruby because Sanibel & Captiva Islands of my red coat or because I’m such a gem. I know CALLING CARD 239-395-1213 “Sit” and I like to run in Emergency...... 911 the play yard and play ball Sanibel Police ...... 472-3111 and fetch. I would make a Lee County Sheriff’s Office ...... 477-1200 good watch dog because On Call Captiva Deputy ...... 477-1000 I’m very alert and atten- Fire Department tive, but mostly I want to Sanibel ...... 472-5525 be your companion. Captiva ...... 472-9494 My adoption fee is Florida Marine Patrol ...... 332-6966 $10 (regularly $75) dur- Florida Highway Patrol ...... 278-7100 ing Animal Services Red, Poison Control ...... 1-800-282-3171 White or Blue Adoption Chamber of Commerce ...... 472-1080 Promotion. City of Sanibel ...... 472-4135 My name is Snowey. Administrative Office ...... 472-3700 I am a 2-year-old white Building Department ...... 472-4555 spayed female domestic Community Housing and Resources ...... 472-1189 Planning Department ...... 472-4136 short hair. Library I’m a very shy kitty, but Sanibel ...... 472-2483 once I know you I‘m very Captiva ...... 472-2133 affectionate. I loved to sit Post Office on the sofa with my foster Sanibel ...... 472-1573 mom and watch TV. I get Sanibel (toll free) ...... 800-275-8777 along with both dogs and Captiva ...... 472-1674 cats. If you’d like a quiet Sanibel Community Association ...... 472-2155 companion, I’m your girl! Senior Center ...... 472-5743 My adoption fee is ARTS $10 (regularly $50) dur- Arcade Theater ...... 332-4488 ing Animal Services Red, Art League Of Fort Myers ...... 275-3970 White or Blue Adoption BIG ARTS (Barrier Island Group for the Arts) ...... 395-0900 Promotion. Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre ...... 278-4422 For information about Fort Myers Symphonic Mastersingers...... 472-0168 Gulf Coast Symphony ...... 472-6197 this week’s pets, call Lee County Alliance for the Arts ...... 939-2787 533-7387 (LEE-PETS) Ruby (ID# 539392) photos by squaredogphoto.com Naples Philharmonic ...... 597-1111 or log on to Animal The Herb Strauss Schoolhouse Theater ...... 472-6862 Services’ website at Sanibel Music Festival ...... 336-7999 www.LeeLostPets.com. Sanibel-Captiva Art League ...... 472-4258 When calling, refer to S.W. Florida Symphony ...... 418-0996 the animal’s ID number. CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS The website updates ABWA (American Business Women’s Assoc.) ...... 472-2929 every hour so you will American Legion Post 123 ...... 472-9979 be able to see if these or Angel Flight SE ...... 1-877-4AN-ANGEL any other pets are still Audubon Society ...... 472-3156 available. Sanibel Bike Club ...... sanibelbicycleclub.org Community Foundation of Sanibel-Captiva ...... 274-5900 The shelter is open CROW (Clinic For The Rehabilitation of Wildlife) ...... 472-3644 for adoptions from FISH of Sanibel (Friends in Service Here) ...... 472-0404 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 Sanibel Island Fishing Club ...... 472-8994 p.m. Monday through Horticultural Society of the Islands ...... 472-6940 Saturday. The shelter is Horticulture and Tea Society of Sanibel and Captiva ...... 472-8334 located at 5600 Banner Kiwanis Club ...... 472-2121 Drive in Fort Myers, League of Women Voters ...... 472-6689 next to the Lee County Lions Club (Tom Rothman) ...... 395-3248 Sheriff’s Office off Six Master Gardeners of the Islands ...... 472-6940 Newcomers ...... 472-9332 Mile Cypress Parkway. Notre Dame Club of Southwest Florida ...... 768-0417 All adoptions include Optimist Club ...... 472-0836 spay/neuter surgery, age- PAWS ...... 472-4823 appropriate vaccinations, Rotary Club ...... 472-7257 or 472-0141 rabies vaccination and Sanibel Beautification Inc...... 470-2866 county license if three Sanibel-Captiva Orchid Society ...... 472-6940 months or older, flea Sanibel-Captiva Power Squadron ...... 472-3828 treatment, worming, Sanibel-Captiva Shell Club ...... 395-1770 heartworm test for dogs Sanibel Youth Soccer ...... 395-2040 www.sanibelsoccer.org six months and over, The Military Officers Assc. of America feline AIDS and leuke- (MOAA, Alex MacKenzie)...... 395-9232 mia test for cats, train- United Way of Lee County ...... 433-2000 ing DVD, 10-day health United Way 211 Helpline ...... (24 hour information line) 211 or 433-3900 guarantee and a bag of Zonta Club ...... 671-6381 Science Diet pet food. ISLAND ATTRACTIONS The adoption package Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum ...... 395-2233 is valued at $500. J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge ...... 472-1100 Sanibel Historical Museum & Village ...... 472-4648 SCCF (Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation) ...... 472-2329 Snowey (ID# 536646) ISLAND SUN - JULY 27, 2012 55 BEACH CHAIR PASTIME Answers on page 51 56 ISLAND SUN - JULY 27, 2012 MCMURRAY & NETTE OF ROYAL SHELL REAL ESTATE SANIBEL AND CAPTIVA’S #1 REAL ESTATE TEAM I

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