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Kiwanis Spaghetti Dinner sets a record. See page 3.
Home Pages take a look at On-Site Assurance. Seepage 12.
'Ding' Darling Refuge Manager Rob jess profiled. See page 17.
Reviews See pages 4B & 8B
ABC Sale success
See page 5B Photo montage by Renny Severance It's timo once again for the Shell Fair at the Sanibel Community House on Periwinkle Way. This marks the 66th year of the event — named one of the top 20 events in the nine Southeastern states four times, in 1988,1989,1994 and 1997. rsrlane Readei w^r Weaver rs & Associatesi wm: Your wmLuxury Real Estate Specialists! v-v^M; r« <:».-.. t.line of 1,390 — Wimbush's LET'S RE-ELECT NOLA Photos by John Schubert meatballs were gone, but the sauce is good enough to stand on its own. And, after his year's (now world famous) declaring that all the wine was gone, they Kiwanis Spaghetti Dinner was spon- somehow miraculously turned my guest's Tsored by Bank of the Islands, Dixie cup full of water into the very best VOTE Sanibel-Captiva Trust Co., Century 21 J.B. red wine he ever tasted (no kidding! He Novelli Internationale, and Bailey's. hates red wine, and this was actually good)! Kiwanians, ably assisted by a cadre of The other thing about the Kiwanis charming ladies (the brains of the outfit), Spaghetti Dinner, besides the great food, is served 1,390 people and grossed over that no one attending is a stranger. You can ON $18,000 — both new records. It is the arrive on the island for the very first (lime largest indoor event on the islands. Does it in the afternoon of the last Saturday in get any better than this? February, decide to go (you haven't been Not much... Ever since Rich Calabrese to the store yet), have a delicious dinner MARCH 4! brought his great-grandmother's (?) sauce and come away having met some of the recipe to Kiwanis, the event has attracted most friendly people you're likely to meet more and more devotees. This year, obvi- anywhere — even your own hometown. ously, was no exception. I was near the Don't miss it next year! Vote for an Experienced Member of a City Council That Gets the Job Done S\MHP.I. CX)MMI-NrTYIK)lJSK Terry Brennen has run the event tor nine years. Dick Mueneh origi- Keep Sanibel Focused On nated it 26 years A Positive Future ago. "In the difficult times now facing us with respect to the Causeway, Nola's knowledge, experience and contacts among the relevant governmental agencies involved will be invaluable to Sanibel." -- C.O.T.I. endone^i^t2/20/03 "Nola's demonstrated skills in leadership, consensus building Mr;rih;ills: and and fiscal responsibility have been an integral part of the Fii.sl \iiii up. ihcn \ou success of this City Council." - Steve Greenstein build from
"Nola is imminently qualified, very bright, analytical, and above all she listens and makes decisions that reinforce the vision statement."' -- Pat and Bill Kelley
"As Mayor, she was able to bring about effective action in spite of Serving Line, Spaghetti Crew, differing opinions. She was also open and available to the citizens and their concerns and complaints." — Ada Shissler "Nola doesn't like controversy, but she's not afraid of it. She thinks open discussion leads to consensus and everyone should be heard, especially those who don't agree with her." ~ Tom and Carol Rothman Stun serves: "Nola's dedication to the Sanibel Plan will preserve Sanibel as a It all starts with one sanctuary island for our children and grandchildren to enjoy in customer years to come." -- John and Debbie Friedlund "NolaTheiss is a distinguished Sanibel woman possessing the demonstrated intelligence, energy, and resolve necessary to honor our community's founding purpose in a difficult, changing and challenging time." -- Peter Pappas Full House inside, Waiting line outside. Time: 7:45 p.m... NOLA THEISS in the rain for CITY COUNCIL Paid Political Adv. by Ofiinpairjn of Nnla Theiss / Approved by NolaTheiss Islander • Week of Feb. 28 — Mar. 6, 2003 • 3 TOO Much Sun COLUMNISTS
I'LL BET YOU TWENTY By the Sea & Shore BUCKS SME BEATS US Charles Sobczak TO THE M-WAY STOP. — page 7A
Dave Horton Business Profile Nancy Santeusanio — page 12A
Music Review Harold Lieberman Lee —- page 5B Morton
Center Stage Marsha Wagner l/p PERISCOPE — page 8B
heater has long been an important institution here — an integral part of As the S.C.A. explores different possi- element of life on these barrier island life and the theatrical landscape as ble theatrical tenants, local talent will be On the Cover Tislands. Not many com- , it were — and we all look for- on hand to remind us that there is still munities of this size can bo;ist ward to whatever mildness nmt room 1'ov two live theaters here. On The With A.nrauv\ Sitmhel Shell Show 1 .V. \ .\\i \\\U \i.- \u\(\ 'V\ni\ -i\,i; . \ IU\.I« •UiwA'ii"* - ^ocle word i'or "sup- cnlcrlaiiiiui.Mil .VI Smith o»»l»-. M.iiili M .mil '.' llii- I'Liiv. inMi- port") two professional theaters, up for us several times each Playhouse will present a staged reading and Saturday. JVlur. 0-8 on ilanibcl. The but in recent years we have been year. and world premiere of Final Shell Show is a juried show for shells able to do just that nearly all the In recent memory, the rest of Arrangements, a locally written phiy star- and works created u&ing shells or seal- time. And if that weren't the thespian spectrum has been ring familiar comiriuiiily personalities. ife. Awards are given in Scientific and enough, dance and music largely covered by the J. this is the son of event which is Artistic Divisions. The by-invitation- abound as well — at the profes- Howard Wood Theatre. It's no something of a hallmark of these islands. ouly judging will be held on Wednesday, Mar. 5. sional level, too. From our own RlNNV secret that theatre has been dark So much talent is harbored here and it's BIG ARTS and Gulfshore Ballet SEVERANCE for a while now, but encourage- always a treat to see it brought out like The outside exhibits of the Fair will Company to the Sanibel Music Executive ment hovers a little closer than this. include a live shell lank sponsored by Festival, the islands are well Editor merely the horizon. The build- This staged reading will be a the Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum, served by top quality perform- ing is now the official property fundraiser which includes dinner and the manned by Sanibel School students ing arts. of the Sanibel Community Association, show. Tickets will be available at Bank who have spent classroom time study- Admittedly, nature and the preserva- the original mortgagee when it was built of the Islands, and as other locations ing marine life. tion and pursuit thereof is an integral some years ago as the new Pirate crop up, this publication will make them There will also be beautiful floral part of life in these parts and its appeal. Playhouse. This is especially handy — known. displays and craft items available for But birding and shell collecting is more the S.C.A. already owned the land This shameless promotional column purchase. These are hand-made by the difficult after dark and it is hard to imag- underneath the building. comes about because theater is impor- Sanibel Shellcrafters, who meet weekly ine interests in nature and the perform- Efforts are now underway to find a tant in any culture, and ours is no excep- at the Sanibel Community Association. ing arts as mutually exclusive. permanent theater company to inhabit the tion. When it's created and produced All proceeds from the sales will go to But back to the theater... The Old premises and continue to provide quality locally it seems even more worthwhile. the SCA. Schoolhouse Theatre has become an drama and comedy to these islands. Let's hope for a sellout. Shell Fair, see page 7 ONE BITE AND YOU'RE HOOKED SliAKJOt) • SI'OKISi • SPIRITS FOR LUNCH! 40% OFF SELECTED DOLLS & BEARS IN OUR UPSTAIRS STORE #24 Exp. 3/14/03 Grouper /Tuna / Swordfish / WE HAVE NEW THOMAS ITEMS UPSTAIRS STORE #24 Mahi Mahi /Salmon /Dolphin • Kites • Russian Nesting Dolls • Legos • Dress - ups for Shrimp / Oysters / Clams / Scallops / Tllapia • Corolle • Lamaze • Mme Alexander Boys & Girls • Castles • Videos "We serv© it ,,,or we don't • Puzzles • Caterpillar serve it at all! • Playmobile • Groovy Girls •Music 'Civil War Soldiers it fresh... GREAT SELECTION OF TOYS FOR ALL AGES Don't forget a Trip To our Fish Market 2075 PERIWINKLE WAY 472-4803 703 Tarpon Bay Road • Sanibel • 395-CRAB Week of Feb. 28 — Mar. 6, 2003 • Islander Constitution Complex at 2480 Thompson freeing Rene's owners Ron and Fran Street (take McGregor to MLK Boulevard; Dioguardi to concentrate on providing ser- veer left one block west of Fowler). There vice. is parking on site. The office is open Prizes include a 36" color television, a owner with legal title to a home and who Monday-Friday from 8:30-5. pair of 1/4-carat diamond earrings, a Blood drive for uses it as his or her permanent, primary If driving in "downtown Fort Myers" is deluxe spa package at Sanibel Day Spa, a residence as of Jan. 1 of 2003 is eligible more stress than you can handle, former $400 shopping spree at Key Lime Primm/Healy family for the exemption. Islander columnist Betty O'Neal_ Kapla Clothing and a Panasonic digital video John Healy, former Deputy Police Would you like to save up to $500 on (who, once upon a time, couldn't find her camcorder. Chief Jack Primm's son, is hospitalized at your property taxes this year? The Florida way out of a paper bag) says to try the "We chose these prizes." said Fran, HealthPark and receiving blood transfu- Homestead Exemption may enable you to Government Complex in Cape Coral at "because we felt they would excite our sions. The Lee Memorial Bloodmobile do just that. 1039 S.E. 9th Place (cross either the Cape customers, and we have had some enthusi- will be at City Hall on Wednesday, March What is a homestead exemption? Coral or the Midpoint Bridge, turn right on astic contestants who come in almost 5, from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and will take A break on property taxes. Del Praclo, left on Vizcaya and left onto every day. blood donations in the name of the City How does it work? 9th Place). This office is open Thursdays "When you find a beautiful piece of and Mr. Healy. Contact Karen Pickens at If you apply on time (before March 3 only from 8:30-5 through March 1. jewelry on sale and have fun as well as win 472-3700 if you wish to participate. this year) and qualify (were living in your If you would prefer to file by mail, a prize, what could be better?" she asks. home on Jan. 1, 2002), the appraised value applications are available at all Lee The promotion continues until March 29. of your property as determined by the County Tax Collector's offices and at most Barge service available county property appraiser, not your lender, libraries, including Sanibel and Captiva. Support group to meet Barge, transport service to Sanibel and will be reduced by $25,000 for the purpose After the first year, the exemption auto- Friends in Service Here (FISH) Captiva for heavy equipment, tracks and of calculating the taxes owed. For exam- matically renews unless one's primary res- Caregivers Support Group will meet next construction materials is now available ple, if your property is assessed at idence changes. Tuesday, Feb. 25, at 10 a.m. Please call through Bokeelia Barge & Transport, Inc. $100,000, your property taxes are based Deadline? March 3. Topper Schram at 454-8372 or Ruth To schedule, call Becky at 283-8400. on that amount. With a homestead exemp- More information? Call the Lee County tion, the taxes will be based on an assess- Tax Appraiser at 339-6100. Hamann at 472-9035 for information and For additional information, contact Bonnie directions. Smeja in the corporate office in Naples — ment of $75,000. Sanibel and the Town of Fort Myers (239) 263-6000. How do I apply? Beach homeowners over the age of 65 on Caregiving can be a difficult and In person at your local property Jan. 1, 2002 may be eligible to receive demanding task, no matter how it is appraiser's office. Bring a valid Florida additional exemptions from property approached. Whether it is for your spouse, Apply now for driver's license or a valid Florida ID Card; taxes, depending on the previous year's your family members or friends, it requires Florida vehicle license plate numbers for income. To find out if this applies to you, additonal patience, love, and understand- homestead exemption all vehicles; voter registration number or ask the property appraiser. ing. Reminder from Florida Realtors declaration of domicile; Social security —Information supplied by the Florida The Caregivers Support group gives Association of Realtors and the caregivers the opportunity to share their Did you buy a home in 2002? Then number for applicant (spouse's also, if Lee County Property Appraiser concerns, their problems, and their solu- you'll want to make sure you apply for a married); date(s) of birth; and the most recent paid tax bill with parcel ID number, tions with people who understand and who $25,000 homestead exemption before can be helpful. If you need a break, please March 3, 2003. or copy of the recorded deed or recorded Ornament sale benefits COIIIIML'I for deed call FISH at 472-0404. A volunteer can 'I lie lloiid.i 'VsM)ciiilioii of Keillor.-, vume to your houo» and suv with jour .
*AVmtin**ftqpwc&iagp** WoMwett-* /trdkerr^-Bed Head Brivs ttxIJeachvie w Estates 6 • Week of Feb. 28 — Mar. 6, 2003 • Islander hair color, etc. Publix Spokesman Lee outstanding treasures will be available. Happenings, from page 5 Branson said, "Law enforcement officials The sale runs from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. tell us that this is an extremely valuable There will be ample parking and free ing work of the World Day of Prayer venture of the U.S. Power Squadrons and resource for them when they are searching admission. All proceeds go to the church's International Committee that works with NOAA, administered through the National for a missing child." benevolence programs. women around the world to prepare wor- Ocean Service (NOS). According to Jim Customers can take advantage of spe- The Junque & Treasure Sale is an activ- ship materials and resources. Strothers, District 22 chairman of the Co- cial savings on baby-related products ity of the Sanibel Congregational Women op Charting program, the Sanibel-Captiva, through March 5 and can also sign up for in Mission (SCWIM). Nancy Strayer is Fort Myers, Cape Coral, San Carlos, Publix's Baby Club, a free program that chair; and Marion Britz, Gini Arthur. June Power Squadron Naples and Marco Island Power provides coupons, gifts and information to McKinnell, Doris Weaver and Mia Burns Squadrons are continually updating charts new parents. Publix Preschool Pals, a assist her. Bill Fisher, George McKinnell presents NOAA charts #11427 and #11426 for NOAA. Strothers Web-based club that provides helpful and Bob Wiggins make sure all electric said the committee has noticed several information for parents, as well as enter- and electronics are in working order. depth changes since the oil barges have taining, educational games for preschool- For further information, call the church stopped using the interCoastal Waterway. ers is another free program. Membership office at 472-0497 The Co-op Charting committee updates is free and available through www.pub depths on charts and corrects locations of Iix.com/preschool. whatever features may have changed since Publix is owned and operated by its Seagrass Wading Trips the last chart issue. These changes can 121,500 employees, with 2001 sales of Did you know that the shallow waters include locations of channel markers, use- $15.3 billion. The company has been between Sanibel and Fort Myers contain a ful landmarks (new or defunct), new facil- named one of Fortune's "100 Best wide variety of fascinating critters? This ities including marinas and what they are Companies to Work For in America" for estuarine environment is where the fresh currently offering, problems with naviga- six consecutive years. water of the Caloosahatchee River meets tional aids in private channels, Geodetic the salt water of the Gulf of Mexico — one monument preservation, updating Light of the most productive places on Earth. The Sanibel-Captiva Sail & Power Squadron List and Coast Pilot: and aeronautical Annual Church Sale seagrass beds in shallow waters provide members Jim Strothers, Commander Ronn charting. The Sanibel Congregational Church's nursery grounds and feeding areas for many Downey and Dale McGinley presented once-a-year Junque & Treasure Sale will species of fish and other marine life. Sanibel Police Chief William TomJinson be held on Saturday, March 1. Clothing, Come explore the wonders living below with four navigational charts provided by Free kids' safety photos in jewelry, dishes, household goods, furni- the surface of San Carlos Bay with a natu- the National Oceanic & Atmospheric ture, electronics, books and, of course, ralist from the Sanibel-Captiva Administration (NOAA) on Feb. 18 at the Publix's Baby Fest Conservation Foundation and see the crit- Sanibel City Council meeting. Yesterday Publix kicked off its fifth ters up close. You will learn about'the ecol- The United Stales Power Squadron's annual Baby Fest. ogy of seagrass habitats and find out what is national chairman of the Cooperative Publix stores will oflW five child uteri being done to protect these valuable nurs- Charting Committee, Norma J. Punish, tification photos Saturday, March I, from eries of the sea. This is a great opportunity was impressed with the work of the ID a,m. until 4 p.m. When parents return to for people of all ages to explore the world Sanibel Marine Advisory Committee and pick up their photos the following week, below the surface of an estuary. This pro- me Marine Patrol ami she arranged for ihe they will receive a Kids' S.uVty Monk gram is a partnership between the Sanibel- to provide l.D. t'oLder with a pkucc tor parents. Cuptiva Conservation Foundation and the. WpKrfflWltt information about their Charlotte Harbor National Estuary The Co-op Charting program /s ,i joint children, including height, weight, eye and Program, The program takes place on Fridays, March 7, at 9 a.m. and March 14 at 3:30 p.m. Meet in the parking lot on the main- nsm land side of the causeway adjacent to the JUNQUE TREASIIKL tollbooth. The adventure is free to both children and adults, but reservations are required • STRESS!! limit 16 people. Call 472-2329. Bring: Old clothes/bathing suit, water T00 shoes, hat, sunglasses, and towel.
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WHERE: Sanibel Community Association 2173 Periwinkle Way, Sanibe! An excellent reputation built on over twenty years of experinece and dependable results WHEN: Saturday, March 1,2003 at 3:00 p.m. A convenient location for busy moms WHO: Sunny Scott-Luther, Inspirational Speaker A safe, fun environment for your kids WHY: Practical Toots to Solve Your Problems We are happy to give second opinions WWW.BRACEFACE.COM Fft€€ ADMISSION — ALL Aft€ WCICOMC Extensive photos and information on-line Sponsored by 6300 Whiskey Creek Drive Sanibel-Captivct Christian Science .Church South Ft. Myers Child Care Available 481-0100 Islander • Week of Feb. 28 — Mar. 6, 2003 • 7 5290. If you have had any diffi- using native plants. This creates a European beach cottage. A Peek at the Unique — a Zonta fund-raiser culty with it, it is now functioning charming entry into rooms that The bathroom has a whimsical well. In addition to information seem much more spacious than note where shower is decorated * on buying tickets, you will be one might expect. Floors are of with glass fish and tiles from told the time you need to be at the limestone inlaid with mother-of- California, giving the bather a former Wood Theater on pearl insets, the ceilings are sense of being in the ocean with Periwinkle, for parking and tongue and groove, and the colors the fish. assignment to a bus for the tour. chosen by owner and tour guide Join us for a delightful One of the four homes you Debbie Huddleston are mustard Saturday on the islands taking a will visit is on Captiva and aptly and plum, setting off the ivory of Peek at the Unique, the annual called "Old Yeller." This home is the floors. fund-raiser for the Zonta Club of sponsored by Susan Dunn, Bead-board, inset with Sanibel-Captiva. You will be Realtor. Cotswold glass imported from helping local programs to benefit 1 Originally built in 1946, partly England, is used in the kitchen women and children. -liL.vTFP'" with bricks made with sand from cabinets to add an antique "I , • !, I' the beach across the street, it has appearance. Fabrics for window Correction: Last week we : . •" " '.' • L had a face lift, massive rehabilita- treatments and furniture are from • inadvertently ran this photo to tion and is now a tastefully deco- England and India. It all comes illustrate the South Seas resi- If you are planning on taking a They are limited and the event rated 1,100-square-foot cottage. together with an eclectic use of dence described in the article. We Peek at the Unique on March 15, sold out last year. The telephone It sports an English garden, antique furniture to create a apologize for any inconvenience. do not delay ordering tickets, number tor reservations is 936- newly planted in the front and sophisticated, yet comfortable,
Shell Fair, from page 3 Be A Part Of The There will be a raffle on Saturday, Valentines; Harlan E. Wittkopf, author Spring 2003 Mar. 8. Prizes include a one-week stay of Sanibel Shells, a great guide for shell at 'Tween Waters Inn on Captiva; a identification; Marlene Marshall, scallop shell lamp donated by Sanibel author of Shell Chic, a lavishly illus- Edition Seashell Industries; a 12-inch Sailor's trated compilation of crafts, history and Valentine, donated by artist Audrey ideas, featuring Sanibel shellcrafters Hosteller; a five-foot floor shell lamp Goz Gosselin and Sandy Moran and donated by She Sells Sea Shells and a highlighting the Sanibel Shell Show; shell flower wedding bouquet arrange- and Anne Joffe, author of Shellcrafting, ment, donated by Hostetter. Raffle tick- a four-color book featuring step-by- Coming ets are $2 and winners do not need to be step instructions and a great introduc- present to win. tion to the world of shellcrafting. March 28th At the 2003 Fair, there will also be The 66th Annual Sanibel Shell Show lo Mailboxes, Homes 6a' Resorts an author's table with Peter Dance from & Fair will be held at the Sanibel Scotland, author of many books on Community Association at 2173 shells including llie Compendium of Pciiwinkle Way on Tlim.si.ki.), liid.iy & Senshells. which he co-authored wilh and Saturday, March 6 through 8. The R. Tucker Abbot}, Ph.D.. founding hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more director of the Hailcv Matthews Shell information. call the Sanibel Museum: John Fondas, author of the Community Association at 472-2155. heaiuifullv illustrated hook. Sailor's
Daniel Howland, Sr. Charlotte Moyler, Mary Boswell and Daniel Howland passed away Feb. Anne Myers; 12 grandchildren; a sister, 22, 2003, while visiting his daughter, Katherine H. Aldrich; and his former Janie Frese, in Sanibel. He was 87. wife and mother of his children, Born in East Greenwich, R.I. in Jeannette K. Howland. 1915, Howland graduated from Brown A memorial service will be held at University and earned his Master's and Broad Street Presbyterian Church in PhD from Ohio State University, where Columbus on March 16 at 3 p.m. he was a Professor for 25 years. After Memorial contributions may be made to his retirement in 1980, he began work the OSU Foundation, 2400 Olentangy at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, River Road-Room 709, Columbus, commuting to Dayton from his Ohio, 43210; Fund #311215. Columbus, Ohio home until retiring again in January of this year. Joseph Horton Bowen He had a life-long passion for sailing Joseph Horton Bowen of Fort Myers and the sea and, as a Captain in the passed away Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2003. Naval Reserves, chose to serve his He was 85. active duty aboard submarines. He is survived by his loving wife, As a,boy, he earned his pilot's Nancy Lee Bowen; a daughter. Lee license before his driver's license. In Corey Aten; a son, Peter Charles 1949 he was Piedmont Airlines' first Bowen; a brother, Richard Bowen; four flight engineer. He loved beagling and grandchildren and four great-grandchil- for many years was Master of the dren. Hounds and a member of Rocky Fork A celebration of his life was held Hunt & Country Club. Sunday, Feb. 23, at the Sanibel He is survived by his wife Patricia; a Congregational Church. son Daniel, Jr. and his wife, Julie, of In lieu of flowers, the family Bradenton; daughter Janie and her hus- requests contributions to Hope Hospice, 1 1 band, Charles Frese, of Sanibel; four 9470 Health Park Circle, Fort Myers e Dunes Golf & Ter.nis> Club 9*b Sri-Jcasrie RnjJ 3«3i ii: f ! Min . F -IL J 33957 stepchildren — Bryce Johnson, 33908. Advanced Golf Reservations Call 239*472-2535 8 • Week of Feb. 28 — Mar. 6, 2003 • Islander he cited the Argentine rail- uct of the voucher system Going Private? a BIG ARTS forum road that has produced six might very well be social By Michael Harmon vices such as transportation, elecuicity, percent growth since 1990, segregation. He did not men- StaffWriter water, and telecommunications — all key but at a cost of 70,000 jobs. tion that the profit motive components of being able to compete in He argued that the old rail- might not be the best vehicle On Sunday, Feb. 23, Jose Gomez-Ibanez, world markets. Americans take these ser- way system was unsustain- to quality education. a Derek C. Bok Professor of Public Policy vices for granted, but they are stumbling able and, had the govern- Gomez-Ibanez made a & Urban Planning at Harvard presented blocks to governments that can't finance ment not shed labor and strong case for privatization Privatization: Here to Stay? or is there a them. For example, 45 percent of Nigeria is become more efficient, the in developing countries Backlash? as the fifth installment in the without electricity; the percentage jumps to system would have col- where limited government Distinguished Scholars Lecture Series at 90 percent in the sub-Sahara. lapsed and all its employ- funding can impede the BIG ARTS. The scale of investment in developing ees would have lost their potential for expanding mar- Professor Gomez-Ibanez started his pre- countries from 1990-2001 is $754 billion — jobs. kets. But he failed to make a sentation saying the reasons for expanding most of it by British, French, Japanese, or The professor said that compelling case for the U.S. the private sector were that it tended to be U.S. firms. Forty-four percent of that was in the U.S. government has For example, he said privati- more efficient, gave greater access to private utilities, but only five percent in water and had a fairly long history of zation of the Interstate sys- capital markets, and provided better funding sewer. An example of such investments was outsourcing, but generally Jos6 Gomez-Ibanez tem in the rural West would than did limited government bonds. He the sale of Argentine telecommunications to limited to support services. be a financial disaster explained that privatization means different a private firm, which drastically cu( the Some examples include the because traffic use would things in different places... In Eastern three-year waiting period to establish ser- maintenance nf public buildings and some not allow venture capitalists to recoup their Europe and China, it means switching from vice, reduced the cost to customers, and Defense Department and NASA contracts, investments. As for education, the Edison state-owned industries to competitive mar- saved the government a $1.5 billion in year- liven American business outsources work Project and other similar educational alter- kets. In developing countries and Western ly subsidies. In Mexico privatization added when buying instead of making is a more natives have been around for about 20 Europe, it refers to taking over utilities and an additional 5,000 miles of high-perfor- efficient, less costly option. However, in years, bin have yet to make a significant infrastructures that have traditionally been mance roadways. In fact, said Gomes- areas where companies want to maintain impact. controlled by governments. And, in the Tbanez, virtually every high-performance close control, they usually make the item Railroads used to be privately owned: United States, it means outsourcing func- roadway in the world (outside the U.S.) in rather than buy it. He cited car body panels now however, they are either publicly tions or support services previously per- the last ten years has been built by private as an example ol something the auioniohile owned or heavily subsidized. The airline formed by government agencies, shrinking industry. indusliy wauled In keep close control ovet. industry is currently in serious financial government, and substituting user fees for Privatization, however, has nol been Hiiyin« tiies, however, is much more cosl trouble, and many other major hcav\ tax dollars. without backlashes. In some cases there has effective than producing its own. industries are outright subsidized by the Because of time constraints, Gomez- been a slowdown in investments the result of Tfieie .ue limit-- lo pii\;ili/iiisv iiuieli ot .in etlnieiuv ; ,iin tions of out I'oveniinent; namely lo provide in the I Wills. 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Trawl Plans Too Much to Handle Alone? "Although Dav*j & Loc* often And Now Ycmr '•-• • 11.is I ancled, bui Yum . ; • I las I elf You Stranded, push the boundknios of the : wiih tin* Intriiii't YOU'M1 Imply I landed, Sanihul cnviromnunl ;inci Don'l l.iki'Yom tt\n,i -u;S-at lor Granted! make fun of its valunbto animal population. Serving the Islands Since 1989 I still can't help laughing out loud Travel Globally.., Hook Locally at their damn cartoons." •VBMlUlHwtMl I Available all over ScViib'}| -IIIKI W-.si.t1l I > Siiruln ' Miii-ii or by phone at 472-Tf-92. Only SO Itlllllif I 1,'M.NMJI. IWill.sf 2402 Pulm Ridge KW. • 472 ll)2.i • \tinibcUta\ch"\\span.com
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Michael S. BiUheimer - "Steve Brown's record Bob Wigley • Lena Brown • Gtnny Fleming • Marly Hsirrity • .Judy Workman • Dick Walsh " Jim Spranklf Bob Janes — "Steve is an effective public Patty Spraukk • Wayne C. I'onatlcr • Al Lane • Judy Lane • Bill Denk • Hob Pritt • Penny I'ritt • Bill Kish for knowledge, integrity, fairness, and Peggy Kish • Hill Harrison " Jane Harrison •jean Baer • Inga Breduhl • Dick Hansen • Barb Hiinsen servant who reflects both dedication to and Charles Riley • Nancy Riley •John Durdcn • Sully Manser • Al Manser " Bill Hillebrandt • Tina HilkbranuT compassion is the standard by which all City Tom Kaplan • Becky Kaplan " Jerry Slern • Lynn Stern • William Heifers • Marilyn Hellers • Dennis Toll compassion for his constituency. Briefly, Council candidates, both present and future, Donald Feltu'r • Joe Smaha • Jerry Mundt • Jan Heushaw * Sherman D. Jones • Grove Ely • Don Abbott Doug Dietrich • trie Pfcifcr • David Wright • Dob I Inrvot • Stuart Ilitt • Carl Dictz • Robert Llndnwn one good term deserves another." should be judged." Jeanne Uridman • David Demaree • Richard Calahrese • Jack Sander • Deb Gleason • David Baton Glen Simmons • George Ktihlbrenner • Qirmel Casale • Judy Kcddington • Jitmes Reddinglon George Vellleltc -Judith S. Cook • Mike McMnrray •Jim Hall • Ruth Hamann " Hob Lisenbee Maureen Vafllquette • Michael Valiquelle • Margareta Gacta • Mary Culaiar • Jim Kroeneke • Eike I'odlaseh Steve Greenstein - "Our entire community Will ['rather • Doug Allen • Tom Uhler • Michael F. Kelly • Han NichotT • Gordon Martin " David M. Fleming Jan Egeland — "Steve Brown is an objective voice Ann Moran • F.d Neitzke • I'at Neltzke • Pat Kelky • rierdenna Thompson • Frank Fisher owes Steve a tremendous debt of gratitude of reason and moderation on City Council. • Frank Gludnwski • Nornut Fisher * Jean Dolinar • Yolande Welch • Carol Gillette • Patricia Poshek Fuuene Fortumilo • IVeatiice Forlumuo * Carolyn MuS};rave • Cheryl rhrliart • l.amwr Williamson for all he's done for us." No hidden agendas, no vested interests, no Helen Williamson • Carol llaj;erinan • Patricia A. Waters • Thomas V. Gilnooley • Marilyn West • Hob Sheehan Jackie Sheehun • I'eler Kyne • Jo Fernandez • Manny Fernandez " Gary West « Ann Arnoll • John lord grudges, no nonsense. Islanders are Paula Wright • Hetty F.nglish • |ohn Lnulisli • Nsmetle Liiurioii'Mareiano * Virginia I.eigh • Jostn Sprinkle Nancy Millet • Salli Klrklund 'Hilly Klr'klimd • Hobble RoepstoiU • Geollrey W. Roepsloiif • Tom Uergcn Bob Davison, Mayor of Sanibel 1997 — fortunate that he is willing to run for public Jane [lonner • Alex W. Koulslon • Uileen fUiulsloti • Martin G. Arnuvvltz • Moni Arnowilz • Iktly S. Cater Woody Cater • Sandra M. Kytu1 • Ken iaMolte • Kalhy LaMuttt' • Marc Giatlini • Cheryl Glauini "When you say "community leader" 1 think office and would be foolish not to return uremia Marrlly • Elaine Adler • Tim O'Neill • Julie O'Neill • R. T. Holmes • Mary Lou Holmes him to Council by the widest possible Carol BTodersen • Paul L.Gaeta • Michael A. Lattagna • Christine \\ Heale • Jnck It. Cohen • Jose Garrido of Steve Brown. I'm proud to support the Matcitf Cohen • Norrna Glllespic • Helen Seibold • Michael A. I'ohl • Tracy iUculnuts • Laurie Eknbaas margin!" Ellmi Harris • Richard Harris • Mary Condi! " Mclvn lticdl • lid Ricdl • P. August ' S. Griesbatun re-election of a proven leader, Steve Brown." Georjj Jiictinolfi • Anita McKcan • I'alty MiCotinell • II. J. Weirner • Mickey Ciriello • Dccky Cirlcllo Jeff Warren • Flalne Stnilh • Pat Van AlslyiH' • Hrenda Weudt • Judy Kepharl • Jiltie Sloharl Dorothy N, Martin • Vanessa Tnrgerstin • Amy Rurselmv • Leo Doi'lr • Heather I , Harrison • fid l.amolta, MD Francis Bailey - "I am voting for Steve Brown Jan Iceland • Peggy Hyche • Marjorie W. York • Pal CJoughlin • Nancy McNeill • Bridget I'tink Dick Hansen — "Steve Brown is a caring individ- Marj Nordstrom • Gvven Tntutwein " Jane Devuney • Sue Tray * Jeanetle McLatlghhn • Toni Braeco ual with a rich experience in community because he has the interest of Sanibel - my Luis Smith • Deborah Naumann • Wanda Will • LUiyd Will • Gordrin I! Schopfer • Paul It. Dcnhart Ruth Ford Detvhart • Don Fgeustclner • Debbie Friedlund • Anita A. finder • Kalhy WhiuTal't activities, and a common sense approach to home - at heart. Resident or Kllsabeth O, Smith • VVilliiim G. ITuj>l'eldt " PcgKy tlupfeldl • Iris Hoffman • Bruce Sprinkle • John Green Alan W. Cross * John f-'rymoyer • Hill MacNutty • Marvin Selbctld • Kevitt MeCttne • John Niuimann the needs of the Island. We need to keep visitor, plant or animal, all are Clharles V. Situms • Andrew K. Wood • Terry See • K. K. Blgi'low • Archie Obt'tsleln • Jennifer Pompbrty Hence Brand • Marilyn Klattn • Amandst Wingard " Dee Pritchctrd • Sue Norpeil • Chuck York Steve on the Council." important to our beautiful Island." Herbert Cierhard • Deborah Pavelka • Roy Braderscn • E. C. Sawin • Fred flrodfrsien • Dick Wilboit Jim Caramts "Jay Allen • Bonnee Wingard » D. B. Swain • Ilrtice McLaughlin • Donald K. Weyruout Anthony Balletta • Robert W. Riihl • F. A, Burke • Guy Woodford • Gerald A. Nichols • Maureen Paul Larry Paul • Mindy l.liw " Bob Kent •Janet Ilurdick • Douglas Uurdlck • Jolm fierce • Patricia Davis Ann Moran - "Steve Brown is a committed, Jerry Muench — "Dedicated to Sanibel and a Drema Rutherford •Jenny Sue Smock • Hunt Smock • David Wright • Marl Grainier • Dave Yuclowttz Dan Lutnlcy * Jayne Lumley • Bobbie Craig • Maureen O'Hara •Joseph M. (VHara • Geor^t' Itowlaud involved community leader with such a person you can trust." Helen Ketteman • Chuck Ketteman • Hob Bercndt • Muriel Veenscholen * ]ohn Veeuschoteti • 1 aine Su|tpc |on llcinrlch • Leslie Slimier • Andrew Bidtlle • Mary i.tiu llallcy • Charles ilernsttoto • Iroie Hoeu generous spirit."
Rob DeGennaro — "Steve really cares about this Jim roinmunily." . '• , -.-^ i *• ' ••..".i •• ••! !•• t r ii \ > in^, iirul the-.e i-hann'irrisiics are JiircJy 5aitl Bailey - "Steve has tried very hard and liiis found in eieclcd offiri.iLs done an excellent job as Councilman. I sincerely hope that the citizens of Sanibel 1 and Joey (age 15) llarrity — "Su\i-s will support him in this upcoming elect inn icadctshi]) and coin mil mom lo tmr comniu so he may continue to work toward the nity is unquestionable. I not only see his betterment of our Island." dedication at. Council meetings but it's espe- BOB WIGLEY, STEVE BROWN cially noticeable when Steve is coaching & GINNY FLEMING APPRECIATE YOUR SUPPORT Michael and Maureen Valiauette - "Steve is with the children of Sanibel on Saturday not on a personal agenda but promotes a mornings." balanced city government that Sandy Zahorchak, Pres. Sanibel School protects our beautiful environment, yet Johnll. Sadd • Mitch lludfiens " Vivienne. Radiaan considers the needs of businesses and Fund ~ "Steve Brown has been a huge sup- families on the Island. We need his porter of Island children's groups for as long common sense approach in our as I've known him ... he supports us all government." Kick Nyt'l • Kit Yutlowitz " Sanlanlliw RntelL with his time and talents!" BUI Hoswcll "Tom GI1Ii» Tim and Carol Gardner - "He is an outstand- Charles Sobczak - "Dr. Steve Brown is the best ing person in every area, and on Council he Anne Carter • Fulk'ttu Carter • Clirt'ilic choice for Councilman. Not only is lie fair is able to achieve balance and unity on and open minded, he can catch grouper problems where none seems possible. He with the best oi them," is extremely dedicated, intelligent and sensitive to the needs of the people of J.T. Smith - "No doubt about it: "Our town
Sanibel." .. .. _ _!»**-»-ai -• IIALJV I'liitnin -- i »•* »'i i*i»>. • lit i- -M i.i:;i i i-illILIv " |ti:ii- ]>.uli\ • I i.nui'x H.islfv. • S.IIM ('..nil v • S.i.u [ i>i(l " ( ,i!nl (i-itilnn • hin ii.iul:.t;r needs Brown"! t iiiiiiv Mnriith • \~i\yV. Mm mil > K li.iiliMU- SihrtiikT • \mlv^ili:n(k-i • J.111U MII'IL-I- • n.t\:cl M<-[ii-i: lulu Siiuili • K.nui I1--11 • It.'luii It UMIIII • Ilivii- Unwiti'Li • JL-11 ItfdtJi1!1 • Ann Muliii-ii * IVit'i I'n-in Bill and Tina Hillebrandt — ' MOW is .m (•i>m- I'nitf • It-in I'lKf - MIKIII l'i in- " ( I-.LIII' I'li-iii- " Li»ii-i: iMuliMlli " |iin t .iiin Manny and Jo Fernandez - Steve was honest person . . . considers .ill t\wil!i'ii peiiuisMiut u.l>< iiliMinrd Iui instrumental in getting us involved in sides of an issue and develops 1 island causes when we moved to Sanibel. stand based on what i* good lor The only thing we value more, than the overall condition i)l life having Steve on City Council is on Sanibel... balances having him as our friend. " concern for nature and wildlife with his concern and compassion for people, the true essence of the . Sanibel vision." Steve Brown Campaign Account, PO Box 190, Sanibel, Florida, 33957 Pd. Pol. Adv. Paid for by Steve Brown Campaign Account and Approved by Steve Brown 10 * Week of Feb. 28 — Mar, 6, 2003 « Islander When asked about the cost of a good fly rod, reel and line, Brubaker allowed that $350 would be a good average number, although it is possible to pay $700 to $730 By Jim Graham just for the rod. When queried by Lion Chaplain, Harry Bertossa, on how long it The spirit of Isaac Walton was abroad at would take to master this angling art, the Lions Club regular dinner meeting Brubaker's answer was, "More time than Wednesday, Feb. 19th. Bruce Brubaker, you've got." After considerable introspec- world and national casting champion, was tion, Bertossa agreed. present to demonstrate his skill at compet- Later in the meeting, treasurer Hugh itive fly-bait or spinning casting. Cameron announced that the Lions, having After a dinner of delicious roast beef completed three of their fund raising pro- with all the accoutrements, the tables and jects, have used the proceeds to donate chairs were pulled aside, and the main $20,500 to groups such as ECHO, Friends auditorium at the Community Center was Who Care, Fort Myers Rescue Mission, converted into an imaginary fishing pond Angel Flight, Edison Community College with bulls eye targets and baskets doubling (for scholarships for the handicapped), for water. Special Equestrians, Visually Impaired With Brubaker's first cast, it was plain Persons, WGCU-FM Reading Service for that he was, indeed, a master of his art. the Blind, Habitat for Humanity, Brightest While he stood at a considerable distance Horizon Mission, Florida Guide Dogs for from his targets, it appeared that the long the Deaf, Lions Club International and limber fly fishing pole would break in Foundation and the Southeast Guide Dog two as he whipped it back and forth in the School. relatively low enclosure of the auditorium. The sources of this largess are But each time the fly landed, it was right Christmas Tree Sales, Entertainment on target. Coupon Book sales and contributions Brubaker has won 10 World Accuracy made by the people of Sanibel and Captiva Casting Titles and 56 National Accuracy to the Lions Fund. Change of Watch at the Power Squadron Casting Titles. Me has been on the All In addition, $6000 of Francis Bailey Ronn Downey was installed as Assistant officers for 2003-2004 are American Casting Team 10 times, and its Scholarship Fund proceeds were distrib- Commander of the SanibelCaptiva Sail & Mary Paige Abbott, education; Michael captain five. uted to college students in that program. Power Squadron by James Keil, District Neal, treasury, and Ellen Yorke, secretary. But Brubaker doesn't just limit his The next two Lions fund raisers are the 22 Commander, at the 28th annual The Sanibel-Captiva Sail & Power craft to the indoors. As a former fishing Arts & Crafts Fair on March 28 and 29 and Changing of the Watch held Feb. 17 at the Squadron was chartered in 1975 with 50 guide, he knows where the" big ones are, the annual charity golf outing on April 5. Sanctuary Golf Club on Sanibel. members. Today it has over 400. The and is not afraid to go after them, regard- After $120 was distributed to six lucky Other new officers for 2003-2004 United States Power Squadron is the old- less of size. Using his long, limber and raffle winners by Tail Twister Bee Roberts, ilk-hide Dale McGinley, executive officer; est organization in the U.S. dedicated lo light tackle, Brubaker has hooked tarpon the meeting was ended by the traditional John Dale, educational officer; Robert safe boating. It was chartered in 19L4 up, to 60 pounds and brought the giant "Move we adjourn" given, as usual, by M\eft,' administrative office*"," -JkwMH©- •with 470 members in 15 local squadrons. game fish alongside the boat before releas- Charter Member, Francis Bailey. Heroy-Giller, secretary; and Yvonne Neal, Today there are over 450 .squadrons willi ing. Those of us who have hooked up with Sanibel-Captiva Lions meet for dinner treasurer. over 60,000 members. tarpon using more conventional fishing at the Community Center on the first and Additional members of the Executive For more information about member- equipment know that bringing one of these third Wednesday of each month. Doors Committee include Past Commanders ship in the squadron, contact David lighting monsters alongside the boat on a open at 6... meeting starts at 7. Guests are John R. McCormick and Thomas Gillis, Raven, membership chairman, at 466- fly rod takes the touch and patience of a more than welcome. For further informa- and Steven Abbott and Rodney 8567. master. tion, please call Hal Theiss at 395-1737. Verblaauw.
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waeraRDA . F 84/81 9*i • A mm k*__ 83/81 Sun A t\ oat Salurdov witn partly Look lor plant of sunshine LEE cloi.uv akc; ai.d *arm tem- and warm temperatures s A.th a few. afternoon today. COUNTY LEHICH ACRES WEEKEND TIDES" 64/81 Sat Get your Forecast fust on Fox. I1 ||| ' ll lOW Sllll lll<|h ^lll I'IA 03/02 Sun Watch Fox 4 News at 10. 1FORT 11 ,MYERS [STATE FORECAST-SATURDAY] ^ '94/78 Sat I I 98/80 Sun IMMOKALEE CAPh CORAL I' ' 84/82 Bmt OAVTONA BFACH I I I f-T LAUDERDALE 1 t r MYF H'iFU AUIl I II I • I • BONITA SPRINGS GAINESVII I E f'l I I li in 66/70 «»t JACKSONVILLE t >i Gulf 1 i 1 < I MIAMI il M of COLLIER OPLANDO I in Mexico COUNTY PANAMA CITY II i .1 i > \ NAPLES FENSACCiLA BOATING FORECAST •SARASOTA i • * saap s«f •I Wnd SW 10-15 Knots PT r-MLfttiBURCi TALIAHA^FF SIM . 2-4 Feet MARCO ISLAI I I TAMPA ATUnUAY n. inMrvj Modemte Chop 6*81 Sat VF.RO IM-AC4 SUNMT ee/Bi Sun WEST PALM BEACH (• 1'} I'M Islander • Week of Feb. 28 — Mar. 6, 2003 • 11 Less than 20 Minutes At 'Ding* Darling Refuge • Shoreline Discovery Walks Wildlife Drive Thursdays, 9 a.m. Open 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m. daily, except • Butterfly House tours from Sanibel Toll Booth!!! Fridays Tuesdays, 10 a.m. $5/car; $ I/person walking or biking • Weeds and Seeds Visitor Center Mondays, 8 a.m. Meet in Foundation parking lot Open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily. • Beach Nesters & Restore Tarpon Bay Recreation Wednesdays, 9 a.m., Sanibel Inn • Tram tours of the refuge l():.W) a.in., • Birding with Bev l:.U)and »:«). %UV%S Fridays, 7:30 a.m. I)uily, '*vit'pi Hiiluvs • Resident Environmental Orientation • Sunset Piwldlrs Mondays, March 3, 10,24, or 31,2-6 p.m. Motutav \\'O1IU'ML(V X h'ldav -I p in. Free; residents/island business owners only • I'iiddk' vvitlt u Naturalist • Buck Key Kayaking Wrdne.sd.n ••, '< a.m. Fridays, March 14 &'28, 1:30 p.m • < iiilriert Trail Tom; l);nly. HMO. Capliva Kayak company. $35 • RefujLV S.W^n C Vntt'inilal ( Vlehration • Stars Over Sunihel Nutidiiv. NIsii' ii ?. 11 .i.iii. 1 p in. Wednesday evei) i rigs Call 472-8900 for Information & • 1 mr de Preserves • 18 hole championship golf course reservations V xlnexday, March 19 or April 16 $10 members/$35 non-members • 6,750 yards, par 71,5 sets of tees Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife (includes lunch & membership) • Special daily fee'rates beginning @ $57.00 • Take Me to the River Educational Program Wednesdays, March 19 & 26,9:30 am • Full services restaurant & bar Motuiay-Friday 11 ant, Sunday @ 1 am. • Kthnoi lotany Tour • Advanced tee times accepted Wednesdays in March, 10 a.m. Individual guided tours • Seagram Wading Trip • Annual memberships available Canoe Adventures Fridays, March "I & 14, 3:30 p.m. with Mini Wvsiall -••17.2-.S2IX San Carlos May Adventure Sea Kayak Wildlife Tours • Watershed Adventure 239-542-7879 with Mrian Houston 472olftl Thursday, March 20, Malicoek Wildreness 4003 Palm Tree Boulevard • Cape Coral FL 33904 San-Cap Audubon Over the Cape Coral Bridge, straight for 6 traffic lights • Weekly presentations Many programs require reserva- www.lhcgolJVlubjlorulu.com Thursday cvtiiinys, X p.m., $.1 donation tions. Call 472-2329. Office hours Ni> i>r<>xniin iWtinii fith are 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday - Sanihoi Community CVnter Friday, 10-3 Saturday. Unless indi- cated otherwise, most programs • Bird Outings are free with admission or request Saturday mornings, K a.m., $2 donation. Call472-24
trPesi«tt Real Estate Oil-Site ASSUrance, the key to home building success by Nancy Santeusanio them and as Ashton wisely pointed out, "We Special to The Islander tried before we jumped by renting for a cou- ple of years although the second year we arah Ashton hadn't expected to be the were actually into the construction of the founder and owner of On-Site house." SAssurance (OSA) when she and her Up north she worked in personal coach- husband first arrived in Sanibel a few years ing for entrepreneurs and career transition ago. This active, young couple preferred professionals and still maintains that busi- "warm weather outdoor sports" and the ness. However, with her creative mind and appeal of skiing in their native New England initiative, she soon tallied up the amount of climate wasn't their first choice. Both she time she was spending flying from Boston and her husband were part of the corporate to,Sanibel each month to oversee the project world in the" Boston area and a move to a of building her own home. This house in place like Sanibel, was indeed, a quantum Sanibel wasn't her first house project; she leap. This meant a career move for both of On-Site, see page 15 VACATION RENTALS fllAMIUUD 2 4ND 3 JUMOOffl CUlf-WOHT MOKIIlUf •flVfllUUU WHJIIU
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For instance, a bedroom (NUI) - Most of us can imagine our shower. Add ment, most people make financial plans so scores points if the bed is large enough (a own glorious bathroom if space and cost a second they can live comfortably. But a comfort- double bed foron e person or a queen-sized were no object. We'd have our own pri- showerhead able retirement also means getting your bed for two) and if the mattress is a firm vate sanctuary where we could escape. opposite the original to transform a home ready, too, innerspring mattress less than 10 years old. In reality, however, many of us have a simple shower into a spa experience. A As your needs change over time, mak- Kitchens receive high scores for proper small bathroom that we share with a second showerhead adds more rejuve- ing small changes inside your home can lighting and lightweight pots and pans. spouse or other family members. Nothing nating steam and can keep you both help minimize stress and enhance your After compiling the scores for each area shatters the dream of respite faster than warm in a shared shower. well-being during retirement. of the home, the test reveals the home's toothpaste globs at the bottom of the sink, • Add some luxuries to make sharing Find Your Home's Retirement Rating, a retirement rating from level four, the high- crusty medicine cabinets and collections easier and more comfortable. Install a free publication from the American est relaxation level possible, down to level of scummy shampoo bottles. whirlpool tub that's big enough for Innerspring Manufacturers — a nonprofit one, the most stressful and draining. 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"I usually guessed cor- going through each room and highlighting rectly," she admits with a smile. the details that need to be decided. On-Site Assurance can best be described "Often homeowners don't realize that so as custom construction coaching. You may many of their decisions need to be made far be asking, "What's that all about? Why in advance," she says. "My job is to work would I need that?" If you have ever built a with them and ensure that those decisions house or talked with people who have just are made in a timely fashion." completed building or renovating, you often She explains that it could be that they hear some version of a construction horror have a living room arrangement which is not story that begins. "You can't believe what adjacent to any wall, but die plan doesn't happened when I . . ." have a floor outlet. "There are hundreds of The goal of On Site Assurance is lo help details and this is die optimum time to the decisions that have been agreed upon at it delivered on time, within budget and with owners end up with a house they always ensure that they don't fall through the meetings or by telephone and faxes them to no surprises. The builder wins because wanted and without resiivls. "The 'HUT cracks," points out Ashton. all pertinent parties including owner, builder things go smoothly and they get communi- whelm' comes when you realize that (here After your Assurance Map has been and interior designer. cation and clarification throughout the pro- are thousands of decisions you have to completed and you receive your builder's Ashton calls the third step "Digital Eyes" ject. The owner wins because they have make. To have someone to help you and final contract, the second step is the invalu- which is a visual tracking of the entire pro- someone looking out to be sure that every- keep the project on irack is what On Site able and ongoing "On-Site Assurance ject from its initial construction to finishing thing is done right. This is a unique and rel- 1 Assurance is all alnnit." Review" which continues throughout the process. This gives you a chronology of the atively new service." As one person Kir many, this is the fust time they have whole building process. This involves regu- project and permits you to review each exclaimed, "You actually want to do this. ever had complete s.i\ in how their living lar and frequent visits to the site to check on stage. Pictures can be e-mailed or sent on That's insane but wonderful." Remember space will Ive set up. In order to hilly under- the decisions the owner has specified. For floppy disc and you have the option to print this is usually a one-time shot and getting it stand the litimeounet's style of living, example, if an owner has requested two air or develop as many of these pictures as you right is the only winner. "I love what 1 do Ashton asks such pertinent, basic questions conditioners but the duct work is being set want. "A real advantage is that everyone can because I love the creation of the house and as. "Are you ;'ong it* lx* living in your house up for one, this must be noted and corrected look at the same picture and explain what's the diversity of people with whom I am full time'.1 in iviuiiij!? Po you like to enter- in the early stages. Every detail in the plans going on and get answers if there are ques- working." tain? Do you v\ant space lor a certain num- is checked closely to ensure that the custom tions. This is all about documentation, com- For additional information, contact Sarah ber of house guests'.' 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New Construction Done Fast. ..Done Right • Computer Rental • Setup/Upgrade • Spare Paris/Used Systems • Networks Selecting a pest control professional • While You Wait/Drop Off • Internet/E-Mail Help 15975 McGregor Blvd. • Fort Myers, Fl. 33908 (239} 4A6-S1OO • 1-800-747-5100 39S.3647 • Cell 464.10S7 (NAPSA) - According to the National e -mail: gpi#coconer.com [email protected] Association of Realtors, more than 6,400,000 new and existing homes were Sous Certified General Contractor #ca-C0079f>3 sold in the U.S. in 2002. Yet, many homeowners who are con- cerned about maintaining the value of a home — and protecting their largest sin- gle investment — often ignore the issue Well Light Up Your Life! of pest control. In addition to some disease-carrying Lighted Sculptures by... pests posing a threat to health, it's esti- mated the global cost of damage and Daniel Sadler treatment due to termites, for example, is $2 billion — with more than $1.5 billion Matsumoto Gallery in The Village Center spent in the U.S. alone. That's why a growing number of buyers 2340 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island and sellers are turning to pest control pro- • Once you select a pest control profes- 472-2941 fessionals to help them determine whether sional, reach a complete understand- a home is termite free or damaged. ing with the company before work "No pest is more threatening to a starts. Find out what the pest is, how structure than termites." said Cindy the problem will be treated, how long Paid Advertisement Health & Marines, director of public affairs for the the period of treatment will be and Harmony National Pesi Management Association. what results can be expected. And LET'S TALK According to Munncs, "'Trained and make sure you know which services A Peaceful Place licensed professionals can help identify and results are guaranteed and which REAL ESTATE for Yoga the termites, determine the extent of the are not. infestation and recommend a prompt, Many professionals now use what's Presented by & Massage effective control program." known as an Integrated Pest Mannes offers the following tips when Management (IPM) strategy. This Margie Davison (239) 433-5995 15951 McGregor Blvd. it comes to hiring a pest control profes- approach controls pests by getting rid Fl. Mvors, FL 33908 sional: of the three things they need to survive; REAL ESTATE IN 2003 • A good place to start is to ask some- food, shelter and water. A typical IPM Are you thinking of buying a new home in 2003? Suiting MM' n;i one who has used pest control ser- program includes inspection, identifi- your present home? Here are some of the experts' predictions cation of the pest, employment of sev- for what the year 2003 holds for buyers and sellers, based on vices. Inquire about the type of pest analyses of most recent and historic real estate market trends, problem encountered and how satis- eral control methods, evaluation and BUYERS: Low interest rates and tax cuts will continue to SOLAR & POOLl fied they were with the service. follow-up inspections to determine fuel the home buyers market. Even in the face of a downturn HEAT PUMP SALE 1 effectiveness. in many sectors of the U.S. economy, people who own their • Membership in the national, and state own homes who were surveyed by Fannie Mae at the end of Your #1 Source or local pest control associations is a To learn more, visit the Web site at 2002 expected their homes would continue to appreciate in For good indicator that the company has www.pestworld.org. 2003 although at a rate lower than recent boom years. This Hot Tubs Pest management can play an impor-* vote of confidence came from the fact that a majority of these access to modern technical informa- tant role in protecting a major investment home owners had already realized a significant increase in tion and is committed to further edu- the value of their home. Even though mortgage rates are & cation. — your home. expected to rise only gradually in 2003, they are still at a 30 Pool Heating! _ year low. This major factor continues to increase a buyer's purchasing power and cultivate an active real estate market. Family Run For j;j SELLERS: Housing shortages and low inventory may Family Fun! continue to sustain the seller s market in 2003, and some of SEAWEED GALLERY the experts' predictions point to the coming year as possible the third largest in home sales in U.S. history. The good news for the seller is that prices for existing homes are expected to rise this year, with the prices of new construction rising as ADVANCE well. 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Sauce and faw Paw Rice Corner of McGregor & San Carlos (Next to Big Lots) s \ ^ V«"* ^^f< '*V Grilled Medallions of Tenderloin on a I 415-9255 bed or Crayfish LLhivee . ^ .«,.••.•%:.* A..*. 18 • Week of Feb. 28 — Mar. 6, 2003 • Islander Championship Sponsor $1,000 - Grand Vase with a frosted band Match Sponsor $ 500 - Water Pitcher SCCF's tennis tournament Set Sponsor $ 250 - Decanter Game Sponsor $*125 - Beer Stein It is that time of the year again! One of round consolation. An entry fee of $50 This year a new sponsor, Intrav/Clipper What more can one ask for? Stellar com- the islands' premiere tennis events will entitles players to breakfast, lunch and Cruise Line, has donated a fabulous nine- petition, a wonderful cocktail party, sump- take place at the Dunes Golf & Tennis beverages — all provided by South Seas day trip for two to Costa Rica. The raffle tuous breakfasts and lunches, good friends Club on April 5 and 6 when the Sanibel- Resorts — on Saturday and Sunday. Bank includes a Luc Century outstanding glass and a worthy cause! Captiva Conservation Foundation hosts its of America will also provide players with creation and a variety of Island vacations Proceeds will benefit the Sanibel-Captiva 1 lth annual tennis tournament. There were a tournament T-shirt and an invitation to donated by South Seas Resorts, Pricilla Conservation Foundation's general operat- 125 entries last year, and with Bank of Friday evening's cocktail party. Flight Murphy Realty and VIP. ing fund. SCCF is a not-for-profit organiza- America and South Seas Resorts once winners and runners-up in all categories Sponsorship entitles you to attend all tion dedicated to the preservation of natural again sponsoring this event, early registra- will receive etched cocktail glasses created events, have your name listed and promi- resources and wildlife habitat on and around tion is strongly advised. by Lucas Century. nently displayed at the tournament, and Sanibel and Captiva. For more information The format will be a traditional men's, In addition to the tournament, there will one of the following items, all deeply please call Marti Bryant at the Foundation — women's and mixed doubles' competition be a raffle and silent auction so that all the etched with butterflies: 472-232°. featuring double elimination with first non-players can get in on the action also. Restaurant Review Watch this space the last week of every month for a focus on your favorite area restaurants! Lunch and Reservations ZZLDINE WITH THE LOCALS! 2? Dinner daily 472-4394 and Urachvicw Sicakhnuso find Seafood overlooks the IKih grci'n ai HiMchvii-w doll iS: rcnniii Cluh, and u has a great view and a cozy, [Breakfast • Lunch • Pinner inviting feel. Known locally for prat steaks, And Snacks In between ilr.lillwi'U Is iipi'ii li'l belli him h .Hid JnilU'i .iml they also serve wonderful seafood. Tikt Out Avaibkii Ei|iy Outildi Dl«l») la Hlilork Ciplivi Villiji The superb steak selection includes sev- 7:30 i.n. 'Till (Slut • A«4f RMH Lin, OiMIn I stand eral cuts "for two" (priced per person) like the Featuring an exceptional selection Porterhouse (combining the rich flavor of a strip and. the tenderness of a filet) and the jy 395-1142-0. # of steaks and seafood. Chateaubriand (seasoned, seared and roasted to perfection). There's a great Sirloin (an extra thick N.Y. strip with full-bodied texture and a rich flavor) and a tasty "Cowboy Steak," a Family Entertainment Every NIGHT prime garlic rib steak is rubbed with fresh garlic and ground pepper and the Bcachview Steak 1100 Par Mew Drive in Beachwood Estates Al Fomo is a prime, boneless sirloin covered with peppers, onions, tomato and .shaved dry 'YOU OUGHTA EAT AT OTTER'S" j provolone, served with linguinc. There's a savory Koasicd Rack ot Lamb, tender Veal Porterhouse and pork, liver and chicken are also on the menu. The Surf and Turf offers a l'loridu lobsier tail with your choice, of filel or strip steak. The excellent seafood includes Salmon or Swordlish (grilled, bronzed or enisled with horse- radish or a pestocrust), a Crunchy Grouper Planer, lobster or shrimp, which is available as Scampi, BBQ, Marinara and with fcta cheese and penne. The House Special dessert is a lummy-wanning Granny Smith Apple Crisp, and there's also Key Lime Pie, Chocolate Cake and that old favorite, ici- ueam. Regulars will be pleased to know that executive chef Mike Price is hack lor his win- ter sojourn in our area and he has added some tasty new items to the kuuh menu, which even includes an omelette if you're catching a late breakfast. There arc greai specialty wraps and cold sandwiches, a nice selection of hot entrees and don't miss the new Daily Lunch GOOD FOOD !! Specials — Lasagna on Monday, Turkey Sandwich or Planer on Tuesday, Cohb Salad on Wednesday, Meailoaf Sandwich or Platter on Thursday and l'ish 'n Chips on Friday. Located at the Sundial Beach Resort It's definitely wonh venturing off Periwinkle Way to find the great food served at GOOD FOOD !! Beachview Stcakhouse and Seafood Restaurant. Unlike many of the popular local eateries, Beachview accepts reservations. GOOD FOOD !! Beachview Steakhouse and Seafood Restaurant is located at 1100 Parview Drive, just CALL 395-6014 off Middle Gulf Drive and they're open from 10 am lo 10 pm daily. 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Florida 33924 Call 239-472-7800 Toll Free 866-472-7800 Kara Cuscaden Marcel Ventura Sherrill Sims Shelby Bortone Of.irif www.karenbellrealty.com I". •• ••HI r-:i,,!iir m Art leisur —• Photo IRenny Severance BIG ARTS presented the one-person show, Pretty Fire, starring Cathy Simpson, on Wednesday, Feb. 26.. But before that show, on Tuesday, students at The Sanibel School had the opportunity to see Simpson's portrayal of Harriet Tubman, reliving some of her experiences as a slave and as one of the founders of the Underground Railroad. - The artists of the Tower Gallery are presenting a one-evening showing of Food for Thought — an exhibit created to benefit the Harry Chapin Food Banks — tomorrow evening, March 1, from 5 to 9 p.m. 2B» Week of Feb. 6, 2003 • Islander n /\ 1/ r,i ,\ oni | ir /o I / r.i .D 1 _ fJ I -- A.. i 2I6« Periwinkle \\ a\ -San I be I » 4720606 * Call-Mioarl Scatincj \\ailablc TilYffi OPKN 7:00 AM* to 10 PM Islander • Week of Feb. 28-Mareh 6, 2003 • 3 B CENTER STAGE Terrific one- or is it two? -man show! nary performers, John Vessels and JT Smith. and its contributors. She is, in a Muchos gracias, senors! —Marsha word, awesome! Margaret Morrison & Friends presented an evening of Jeannie Hill with her bigger- than-life smile has quick-silver feet that produce crisp, pure rhythms, clean articulations and high flying jumps. Her solo, titled "Little An extraordinary evening of dance Jake," had me applauding and yelling for more. extraordinary tap dancing at Schein Hall last weekend titled Max Pollak is a highly stylized Body Of Rhythm. Joy Schein introduced Morrison along dancer who is unique in every with her three friends/collaborators — dancers Jeannie Hill MARSHA WAGNER way. His creative solo "La and Max Pollak, percussionist Robin Burdulis, and the Comparsa/ Mamblues," merging musicians of the Jim Roberts Trio. In the introduction Afro-Cuban dance and music, brought down the house. This Schein elaborated on the meaning of the title of this dancer really lived up to what the the New York Times evening's work, Body of Rhythm. Morrison believes that the reviewer said: "Max Pollak has an intriguing, foot-tripping, body moves to rhythms of sound and can itself become an pyrotechnical style of his own... gutsy." I'll say that and then instrument of sound — thus, the evening's program is com- some. Wow! prised of a body of works expressing various ways to Percussionist Robin Burdulis is a very important mem- explore rhythms. ber of this intriguing quartet. She not only contributes inter- The whole whole concept was most successful, proving national polyrhythmic percussion to the dancers and their that Morrison and her collaborators are on the cutting edge program, she also performs, and in her solo "Berimbau" John Vessels and J.T.Smith, two extraordinary guys, of transforming tap into an art form that moves tap into the she literally became a full orchestra. One of my favorite took center stage last week at The Old Schoolhouse world of today, while honoring the classic tap styles and compositions of the evening, which demonstrated this won- Theater, in an original cabaret revue. choreography of the past. A tall order at best, but one this derful marriage of collaborators was titled "Playing with We all know and appreciate the facile talents and cre- creative artist and her compatriots not only successfully Time," composed by Burdulis and danced by Burdulis, ativity of J.T.Smith. And audiences around Florida long ago demonstrated, but made most informative as well as enter- Hill, Morrison and Pollak. recognized the fabulous singing talents of John Vessels who taining. The audience's standing ovation proved the success All told, it was not only a wonderful evening of experi- can sweep us from musical giggles, to heart-stopping deliv- of this challenging endeavor. This trio of dancers not only mentation, improvisation and education, but it was above eries of ballads and show tunes in the blink of an eye. In this can dance up a storm they are also accomplished jazz dance all, wildly entertaining. The standing ovation at the end of one-man show, Vessels proves that he not only possesses a stylists as well as percussionists. Together they create visu- this exciting evening of dance proved the point. Thanks gorgeous tenor voice, but that he's also one of the most ver- al music. , again, Joy, for your tireless etTorts in bringing cutting edge satile performers in the area. Although J.T. directed, helped M o r r i s o n dance and fust class dancers to BIG ARTS, to our Island of develop, stage and performed in this comical entertain- appeared at BIG the Arts, to Sunibel. ment, it was Vessels who scripted and stitched it together. ARTS three years Life As A Cabaret, is based Vessels' family —- growing up ago and she truly uii A f;mn in rural Ki.Milin.-kv then moves on to his pas- is "a lillle hi! <>l" a • • • , ... JgMH" SUIMC' WJIVIfR Vessel's life's story is much like the title. Life As a Cabaret, us her review a kind of vaudeville; it's a bright, hree/y roller-coasler ride, at (he time. but one with more ups than downs. Morrison can dart The show opened with the tune "Wilkommcn" from across the stage Cabaret, and cleverly segued into a goofy excitable rendi- while riding light- tion of "I'm Calm" .. .which was nothing of the sort, but ly atop her feet; primed us for the fun adventure we were about to see. she can also deliv- (Vessels employed a set that consisted of a chest of drawers er the hard stuff which he compared to his brain where he kept memories — and "hit it" as in his words, a sort of brain casserole). "Born to Entertain" sharply as glass was exactly that, entertaining. The Wizard of Oz followed, cracking in the Playing February 27 Thru April 12 with Vessels playing all the parts at breakneck speed. Oz heat — her reduced the audience to such helpless laughter that they version of "Boogie One of the all-time great musicals, were almost literally rolling in the aisles. The middle of the Stomp Shuffle," for Kiss Me, Kate sparkles with wit and show continued the slew of comic delights, done in the example. Here she romance. Songs Include Too Dam Hot, inevitable style of Vessels' brand of deranged buffoonery. combined elegant Another Op'nin', Another Show, One comic standout that scored particularly high on the upper body moves laugh meter was "Quasimodo," complete with bell rope, with hard-core, Wunderbar and So In Love. fright wig and hunchback. The final segment of this revue technically precise Join us for Cole Porter's allowed Vessels' voice to shine in some of Broadway's footwork; she tapped out rhythms crisply, dancing up high toe-tapping battle of the sexes! finest ballads ("The Street Where You Live," "Being Alive," rather than bowed over. Whenever Morrison dances she "Just One Person," "Make Someone Happy"), and encoring kisses the stage with her feet slipping, skating, playing ONE NIGHT ONLY! with an a capella version of "Danny Boy," dedicated to a bebop cadences, Latin beats or boogie riffs. She's the con- Monday, March 3 favorite relative. summate artist who breaks the mold by moving to her own I, for one, have watched this talented young man's career rhythms while playing her own beats. Her choreography is for any number of years, from his early days at the Naples not only a "tour de force," but Morrison is a generous artist Dinner Theater, Schoolhouse Theater, Broadway Palm and who thrives by collaborating with others. She is moving tap with the the lead as Snoopy in the national touring company of into another realm, While remaining true to the roots of tap Snoopy—the Musical at the Barbara Mann. Let me state loud and clear this guy is one talented individual, with as I many talents as he has facial expressions. It certainly was a ALTERATIONS BY RITA JRESTAURANT 1 ORCHESTRA very special treat to have John Vessels fill in for Forever REVIEWS I I • Tailoring 1 JM Concert Plaid's week-long hiatus for Frankie's sister's wedding. • Formal wear -and MENUS Directed by I (The heavenly revue reopened Feb. 24) ONLINE 1 Roger Thorpe I This is an early request for an encore return of this won- I derfully funny show, featuring two absolutely extraordi- GRAND OPENING 20 Yrs. 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But it did on packed house at Schein Hall From the very first note, the full, resonant tonal qual- Thursday, Feb. 21, when the as part of the Great. ity — together with an assortment of wide dynamics Hungarian National Performers series. that ranged from delicate pianissimo to bold fortissimo, Sponsored by Serine coupled with exquisite phrasing that was resplendent Philharmonic Orchestra thun- Bonnist, the quartet — con- with masterful tapering and shaping of sounds — was dered its way into the American ^ > sisting of violinists, Martin indeed a least for the ears. It was, perhaps, a rather spirit. Thank you, Fort Myers 'tf\ , * i\.' Beaver and Kikuei Ikeda, romantic interpretation of Haydn but one that was aes- Community Concert , • \^ ( thetically satisfying. Association, for presenting this violist, Kazuhide Isomura musical wonder! CHARLOTTE and cellist, Clive The second composition, "Ainsi la nuit for String V . Greensmith —- performed Quartet," by Henri Dutilleux was a bold contrast. The placid-sounding title of HEIMANN HAROLD works by Haydn, Dutilleux, Written in 1976, this expressionistic and very complex the program was A Night in Old LlEBBHMAN Debussy and Schubert. The atonal, aperiodic and disjunctive work was reminiscent Vienna. Placid? Not for one group's full bodied, resonant of Schoenberg and, especially, Bartok, Many of the minute, from the opening command of unaccompanied lonal quality, precise intonation, sensitive phrasing and extra musicial devices heard — sliding pitches, glissan- trumpets to the closing notes of the stirring encore. It was balance were exemplary and demonstrated why this dos, harmonics, quarter-tones — reminded this listener all get-up-and-go, eliciting instant cheers from an excit- ensemble, which continuously rehearses and performs of many of those same effects in the second movement ed full house. together with uncompromising musical standards, has of Bartok's "Second String Quartet." Not having stud- The active applause did not stop even when the con- achieved greatness. ied the Dutilleux's score and with no clue as to its form, ductor, Maestro Zoltan Kocsis, left the stage between numbers. Until he returned and promptly lit the next: Founded more than 30 years ago, the quartet has I simply let the piece take me where my mind and imag- ination wandered and could visualize a host of colors, wildfire, there was no stopping the vociferous approval. received national and international acclaim and has From Von Suppe's familiar "Light Cavalry Overture" released more than 30 recordings on the most presti- textures and exotic and vivid imagery. I could see Sanibel's Pelicans diving abruptly into the estuary, the straight through Hungarian dances, Viennese waltzes gious labels.,, earning seven Grammy nominations and a polka (Strauss, Lehar, Liszt, Brahms), to the rous- along with the Grand Prix du Disque Montreux and wake of speeding motor boats, ferocious lightning and slumbering alligators, colorful sunsets, rain and sun- ing "Damnation of Faust/Hungarian March" (Berlioz) Best Chamber Music Recording of the Year awards the audience never once calmed down. from Stereo Review and Gramophone magazines. They shine. It was, "sound for sound's sake," and I relished have also been featured on numerous television pro- each moment. Well, yes, there certainly was quiet admiration — grams as well as on motion picture soundtracks. Next on the program was Debussy's only string quar- even awe — while the nearly 100 accomplished musi- The first composition performed was Haydn's, tet, "String Quartet in G minor. Op. 10," which perfect- cians were playing their difficult scores. It is impossible "String Quartet in F minor, Op, 20, No,5." It is one of ly captured the impressionistic mood and color that so to choose one orchestra section (strings, woodwinds, six quartets also called the "Sun" quartets, considered identifies this genre and the composer. The chromati- tympany, brass, etc.) over another for sheer virtuosity. to he the first set of important works written in the cism, whole-tone scales and polytouality also conjured They were all superb, all the way back to the big man siring quartet genre. The movements of Op. 20, follow- images, but far different from those in the Dtiiilleux. dinging the small triangle. This produced a more .serene imagery of glistening sun- Kocsis led his orchestra with body language thai light, diamonds on translucent waters and graceful drew instant responses — at times seeming almost hyp- birds swooping in flight. The- powerful and poignant notic. 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And Dennis King, husband mage sale drew a crowd of faithful of Jeannie's best friend Lana, died not too long ago — in bargain seekers and the evening auc- a car crash way far away from home. tion was packed with bidders who What goes on here? supported the Captiva Civic You'll find out if you attend the Grand Opening Gala Association programs. of SCA's Periwinkle Playhouse (formerly the Wood There was fun throughout the day, Theater and, before that, the Pirate Playhouse) on Friday community spirit and great coopera- evening, March 21, or Saturday afternoon, March 22. tion — including the weather. Faye Cranberry, a prominent horticulturist and orchid Morning shoppers bought clothing, expert, plays Helen; Robbie Roepstorff, president of books, baked goods, electronics, jew- Bank of the Islands, is Jeannie; Sallie Kirkland, wife of elry, linens, toys, and a variety of the island transportation mogul, is Mary Anne; and Ann other items. 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The theme Is Family Celebration and the festival will feature four outstanding films reflecting family cele- brations about love, traditional values, conflict, change and food. Film screenings for this Four-day event will be al both BIG ARTS and the Island Cinema.' Thursday, March 13, 3 p.m., at Island Cinema, die movie Tortilla Soup will be shown. This is a delightful film about the things that hold families together. A Vlexic.m- American chef and father of three daughters works to main- tain the traditional values of his family ami his kitchen. A deliciously warm and funny film. Following the movie there will be an optional dinner and film discussion at the Twilight Cafe. Friday, March 14, 7 p.m. in Schein Hall, the movie Monsoon Wedding will be shown. This is one of those joy- ous films that leaps over national boundaries and celebrates Capitol Steps and the Count Basie Orchestra universal human nature. It involves an arranged maimjw The Great Performers Series continues at BIG ARTS, breaking all records for attendance. The between an Americanized computer programmer from musical, political, satirists Capitol Steps will be on stage at Schein Performance Hall, on Houston and the bride his parents have selected for him at Thursday, March 6, followed by the Count Basie Orchestra on Sunday, March 9. Concert times home in India. Lots of feasting, singing and dancing as are 8 p.m. and both events are sold out. However, there is a waiting list. family truths emerge. Following the screening you are invited to attend a Wedding Reception Indian Style with refreshments and music. Guests are encouraged to come Next Monday film is Vatel dressed according to the theme of the film or as one's The Monday evening series of outstanding films con- favorite movie star. Prizes will be awarded. tinues March 3, at 7 p.m. in Schein Hall with the showing The next day, Saturday, March 15, al 7 at HICT ARTS, the of Vatel. This is a French film with English subtitles. A blockbuster, box-office sleeper, Mr His ''<" ('H'i'k Wedding, meticulous recreation of the Court of Louis XIV filled is the movie of the day. It's the comedy hit of the year about with more pageantry and period pomp than has ever been a 30-something, rather dowdy waitress in her father's restau- witnessed in film before.The movie stars Gerard rant who has, thus far, failed to marry a Greek boy. One day Depardieu and Uma Thurman and gives a vivid portrayal a non-Greek man walks into her life and the Medium begins. C No port fees, surcharges or hidden costs. Following this film there will be a Wedding Reception $ I No confusing blocked days or "2 for" g Imminks. of the lavishly wealthy, decadent, capricious, vicious and < No extra charges for different day return. buckstahbing court of the Sun King. This is an immensely Greek Style, with refreshments, music and dancing. Prizes I No coupons required or accepted with this fare. enjoyable film that does a good job of justifying the aboli • will be awarded for those who come dressed according Id 79 tion^of monarchies. Ilie theme or as your favorite movie star. round trip Tickets are .1i4.50. And on Sunday, March 16, at 3 p.m. it's back to Inland C'inema for What's Conking'.' a film about four American families in Los Angeles. African-American, Jewish, Latino and Vietnamese families are all celebrating Thanksgiving in their own way. Turkey is served, .surrounded by traditional dishes from their cultural backgrounds. 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(239)275-8004 SHOP ONLINE AT www.swedensflnest.com Islander • Week of Feb. 28-March 6, 2003 • 7 B across the country and around the and Rondo in C minor, K. 617; de Pianist featured with Rubio strings world. "One of the most fascinat- Falla's Concerto for piano with flute, Regarded as one of ing evenings of music-making we oboe, clarinet, violin and cello; the pre-eminent string have heard," according to The Prokofiev's Overture on Hebrew quartets in Europe, the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Themes; and Brahms' Clarinet Rubio String Quartet Their Sanibel Music Festival Quinli't. appears at Sanibel engagement is sponsored by Sue [•ollowint! the New York Chamber Music Festival on and Tom Pick, Lynn and Lee Soloi.sis, ilie frslival continues with Tuesday, March II. Seidler and Friends of Chamber Elizabeth f-ulial, soprano, on The quartet's 2003 tour Music. It begins at 8 p.m. a( Tuesday, March 18; the Opera includes collaborations Sanibel Congregational Church. Theater of Connecticut's production with American pianist With more than 250 works in of Mozart's Cosi fan Tutte on William Wolfram. their repertoire, the New York Saturday, March 22; and The Together they will per- Chamber Soloists have made a Stuttgart Chamber Orchestra on form the Chopin Concerto No. 1 in its original form for valuable contribution to the music il Hie of the United Tuesday, March 25. string quartet and piano. Wolfram will also perform a States. .Significant composers including Gunther Single tickets range from $25 to $30 and are available selection of Bach Goldberg Variations, and The Rubio Schuller, Elliott Schwartz and MelPowell have written (checks only, please) at Bailey's and Macintosh Book will perform the Borodin String Quartet No. 2. more than 25 pieces especially for the ensemble, adding Shop. All concerts begin at 8 p.m. (the opera "infor- Sponsored by Congress Jewelers and Friends of substantially to the catalog of 20th century chamber mance" at 7:30 p.m. on March 22) and take place at Chamber Music, the concert begins at 8 p.m. at Sanibel works. Sanibel Congregational Church, 2050 Periwinkle Way. Congregational Church. Oboist Melvin Kaplan, a central figure of the New Daye Music Inc., of Naples/Fort Myers provides a Since their formation in 1991, The Rubio has won York Chamber Soloists, is also an artist manager who is Yamaha concert grand piano for the month-long festival," international recognition for innovative programming and recognized for innovative pairings of ensemble members and several concerts are recorded for broadcast over 360 strong performances of the 20th century repertoire. Their and guest artists. Founder and artistic director of the National Public Radio stations. United States debut in 1996 met with great success and ensemble, Kaplan has been an influential force in For more information, call the Sanibel Music Festival resulted in immediate invitations to return, including American chamber music. He is renowned as a per- engagements at Carnegie Hall and The Library of former, manager, teacher, lecturer and writer. He was on Congress. They have performed at London's Wigmore the faculty at The Juilliard School for 23 years and 1 Hall and have completed three concert tours of Japan. founded and is artistic director of the Vermont Mozart Their Shoshtakovich cycle was recorded on the Globe Festival. He has recorded for the Decca and Columbia label. They are considered "among the elite of today's labels. young quartets, according to In addition to Kaplan, The New York Chamber Austrian Cuisine The Stmd, a well-known pub Soloists include — Hcution for string players. • David Fedele, flute, the I9K7 OUlit K.OUN -;evitsky icli • Pinner \l,'/\ San Culos lllv i-iil Peter DfvtorS (e 1 instruments by the late • Allen Hlusiim . i-liiiiniM. hn.s performed vvitJ) rhi* Ww Cttm Curds Accepted Rubio. a world-famous violin V>rk I'liilhaiinomc. ilu- Otpliens Cliaiufvi (>ulu-*,lij maker from whom the quaiioi and is on the ('olurnhia University lacully. 18 Different Schnitzeh takes ils name. Alter lu'iiriii11 • Helen Kwahvasser. violin, studied with Kl'ii'iii the quartet perform at her hu > Ziinbalist at Curtis and with Ivan Gahiinian a( Juilliard. Soups • Pastas band's memorial seivicc in She is professor of violin at Temple University. Sandwiches * Burgers Cambridge in 2001. Rubio's • Ynez Lynch, viola, has performed with the Emerson Salads * Desserts and Fine Arts quartets and also recorded for Decca and widow offered ihc "Hale-Bopp" violin made for her 60th Homemade Apple Strudel birthday on permanent loan to Dirk Van de Velde. Nonesuch. Wolfram has gained recognition as an artist who com- • Matthew Herren, cellist, is a founding member of Every Friday & Saturday Sauerbraten Concertante Chamber Ensemble and performs with the bines powerful Romantic instincts with a truly formida- Every Monday ble command of the keyboard. A Silver Medalist at the Orchestra of St. Luke's and Metamorphosen. William Kapell and Naumberg competitions and a • Elizabeth Metcalfe, piano and harpsichord, has per- 20% Off All Dinner Entrees Bronze Medalist at the Tchaikovsky Piano Competition formed with the Toronto Symphony and is a frequent in Moscow, he now performs regularly throughout North artist at the Vermont Mozart Festival. Good Food ~ Best Service America as recitalist, concerto soloist and chamber musi- • Curtis Macomber, violin, is a founding member of the Austrian Friends Welcome You cian. In November 2000 the New York Times described Apollo Trio and is on the chamber music faculty at Juilliard, where he has earned several degrees. He is Man Creek Plaza --I COUPON \ -jv, his Goldberg Variations as "admirable, thoughtful and X touching." A former ice hockey player standing 6 feet 4 also on the violin faculty of the Manhattan School of inches tall, Wolfram has been described as "sublimely Music. i Ti) 20% OFF : R. Myers poetic" at the piano. For their Sanibel Music Festival appearance, the New Beach DINNER ENTREE for 2 PEOPLE i Millions have seen Wolfram on public television, York Chamber Soloists will perform Mozart's Adagio EXCEPT MONDAY ' where he was prominently featured throughout the 90- miiuite documentary on the 1986 Tchaikovsky Piano Competition. In his book The Ivory Trade, Joseph Horowitz characterized Wolfram as a polished Romantic & virtuoso, worthy of comparison to the young Van Cliburn and Vladimir Horowitz. Two Works in Progress: N.Y. Chamber Soloists to perform I he Gates, Project for Central Park, NYC Over the River, Project for the Arkansas Two violins, viola, cello, flute, clarinet, oboe and piano — the first such configuration of artists to appear Uiver, CO at Sanibel Music Festival in its 17-year history — will perform an evening of seldom-heard works on Saturday, March 15. Eckerl Fine Art - Naples, Inc. For more than 30 years, The New York Chamber 39012th Avenue South Soloists have been acclaimed as an outstanding ensemble of distinguished virtuosi, performing widely diverse Naples, Fl. 34102 repertoire in creatively programmed concerts. They have 239.26M100 appeared frequently at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, 'mnv.eckertfineart.com the Library of Congress and concert halls and festivals The Gates, Project for Central Park, New York City 2002 Mixed media collage in 2 parts; 30 1/2" x 26 1/4" and 30 1/2" x 12" 8 B • Week of Feb. 28-March 6, 2003 • Islander but one with more ups than downs. accomplished jazz dance stylists Terrific one- or is it two? -man show! The show opened with the tune "Wilkommen" from as well as percussionists. Cabaret, and cleverly segued into a goofy excitable rendi- Together they create visual tion of "I'm Calm" ...which was nothing of the sort, but music. primed us for the fun adventure we were about to see. Morrison appeared at BIG (Vessels employed a set that consisted of a chest of drawers ARTS three years ago and she which he compared to his brain where he kept memories —- truly is "a little bit of a national in Ms words, a sort of brain casserole). "Born to Entertain" treasure," as her review said at was exactly that, entertaining. The Wizard ofOz followed, the time. Morrison can dart with Vessels playing all the parts at breakneck speed. Oz across the stage while riding reduced the audience to such helpless laughter that they lightly atop her feet; she can were almost literally rolling in the aisles. The middle of the also deliver the hard stuff and show continued the slew of comic delights, done in the MARSHA WAGNER "hit it" as sharply as glass crack- inevitable style of Vessels' brand of deranged buffoonery. ing in the heat — her version of One comic standout that scored particularly high on the "Boogie Stomp Shuffle," for example. Here she com- laugh meter was "Quasimodo," complete with bell rope, bined elegant upper body moves with hard-core, techni- fright wig and hunchback. The final segment of this revue cally precise footwork; she tapped out rhythms crisply, allowed Vessels' voice to shine in some of Broadway's dancing up high rather than bowed over. Whenever finest ballads ("The Street Where You Live," "Being Alive," Morrison dances she kisses the stage with her feet slip- "Just One Person," "Make Someone Happy"), and encoring ping, skating, playing bebop cadences, Latin beats or with an a capella version of "Danny Boy," dedicated to a boogie riffs. She's the consummate artist who breaks the favorite relative. mold by moving to her own rhythms while playing her I, for one, have watched this talented young man's career own beats. Her choreography is not only a "tour de John Vessels and J.T.Smith, two extraordinary guys, for any number of years, from his early days at the Naples force," but Morrison is a generous artist who thrives by took center stage last week at The Old Schoolhouse Dinner Theater, Schoolhouse Theater, Broadway Palm and collaborating with others. Theater, in an original cabaret revue. the lead as Snoopy in the national touring company of She is moving tap into anoth- We all know and appreciate the facile talents and cre- Snoopy—-the Musical at the Barbara Mann. Let me state er realm, while remaining ativity of J.T.Smith. And audiences around Florida long ago loud and clear this guy is one talented individual, with as true to the roots of tap and its recognized the fabulous singing talents of John Vessels who many talents as he has facial expressions. It certainly was a contributors. She is, in a can sweep us from musical giggles, to heart-stopping deliv- very special treat to have John Vessels fill in for Forever word, awesome! eries of ballads and show tunes in the blink of an eye. hi this Plaid's week-lonj", hiatus lor I'Vankic's sister's wedding. Jeannie Hill with her big- one-man show, Vessels proves that fie not only possesses a (The heavenly revue reopened Ivb. 24) ger- lhan-Iife smile has gorgeous tenor voice, but that he's also one of the most ver- This is tin early request for an encore return of this won- quick-silver feet that produce satile performers in the area. Although J.T. directed, helped derfully funny show, featuring two absolutely extraordinary crisp, pure rhythms, clean develop, stage and performed in this comical entertain- performers, John Vessels and JT Smith, articulations and high flying ment, it was Vessels who scripted and stitched it together. Muchos gracias, seflors! —Mtirxha jumps. Her solo, titled "Little Life As A Cabaret, is based Vessels' family — growing up Manraret Morrison & Friends presented an evening of Jake," had me applauding on a (arm in nmil Kentucky ----- then moves on to his pas- extraordinary lap dancing at Scheiii Hall lasl weekend and yelling for more. sion for performing which began some 12 years ago. Max Pollak is a highly Vessel's life's story is much like the title, Life Ax a Cabaret, stylized dancer who is a kind of vaudeville; it's a bright, breezy roller-coaster ride, An extraordinary evening of dance unique in every way. His cre- ative solo "La Comparsa/ titled Body Of Rhythm. Joy Schcin introduced Morrison Mamblues," merging Afro- along with her three friends/collaborators — dancers Cuban dance and music, Jeannie Hill and Max Pollak, percussionist Robin brought down the house. Burdulis, and the musicians of the Jim Roberts Trio. In This dancer really lived up to what the the New York the introduction Schein elaborated on the meaning of the Times reviewer said: "Max Pollak has an intriguing, foot- title of this evening's work, Body of Rhythm. Morrison tripping, pyrotechnical style of his own... gutsy." I'll say believes that the body moves to rhythms of sound and can that and then some. Wow! itself become an instrument of sound —- thus, the Percussionist Robin Burdulis is a very important Qood Housekeeping Jlorida evening's program is comprised of a body of works member of this intriguing quartet. She not only con- expressing various ways to explore rhythms. tributes international polyrhythmic percussion to the The whole whole concept was most successful, prov- dancers and their program, she also performs, and in her • COMMERCIAL: offices, banks, schools ing that Morrison and her collaborators are on the cutting solo "Berimbau" she literally became a full orchestra. • RESIDENTIAL: homes, condos, apartments edge of transforming tap into an art form that moves tap One of my favorite compositions of the evening, which into the world of today, while honoring the classic tap demonstrated this wonderful marriage of collaborators • VACATION RENTALS • RESTAURANTS & CLUBS styles and choreography of the past. A tall order at best, was titled "Playing with Time," composed by Burdulis • AFTER CONSTRUCTION but one this creative artist and her compatriots not only and danced by Burdulis, Hill, Morrison and Pollak. 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I feel the wind hit my face, Each concert also features a soloist the warm air inviting me to the beach, who is part of the Gulf Coast Symphony's Ahead, children playing in the pool, Musical Gateways Artist Residency pro- carefree and chuckling gram. An instrument petting zoo is on as they splash everyone surrounding display before and after each concert. And them. a children's art exhibition, featuring the I move from the pool to the beach works of area students and members of and go for a relaxing swim. the Lee County Vision & Strength through The warm gulf water the Arts program will be on display in the runs down my back when I come out showroom. No tickets or advance reserva- and I lie down on the beach chair. tions required. For more information call Before long, I doze off the Symphony office at 472-6197 or e- without a worry in the world — mail: MagkCarpet Concerts @gulf- no distractions, no cares, utterly coastsymphony.org. content. My soul rests. I am reborn. I wish I could stay in this moment forever, like heaven on earth. This is my paradise! Basie lecture at library Harold Lieberman, the Islander's This Certificate of Deposit music critic, will present a lecture on the music of Count Basie at the Sanib'el Book signing at Macintosh is Just for You! p.m life of international artist, Janlna Marks, Lieberman is a Professor Emeritus of arc the suhjecl of her newly published Music and a resident of Sanibel who has book, entitled simply Janina Monkuie %TKnhua1 Percentage Yield played with many swing bands including Marks. Benny Goodman and Basie. Many islanders will remember her on One Year CDs* With the use of videos and recordings, 'magnificent 2001 exhibit of tapestries at Lieberman will examine the Kansas City BIG ARTS created during the last live otyi» nf jazz exemplified by the legendary years of her husband's life when he sul- Plus Basie organization w» will talk about the lered fioni Al/heiiner's Disease. Hut there great sidemen and vocalists sucft as> L^-to.- •yf- also many who do not realize the dif- Add an Extra .25% APY Young, Joe Williams and "Sweets" ferent mcuiu ..K« , Edison, and explore such things as l i llies aml styles she has employed throughout her me ,.>., a.P:,.« Territory Bands and some Kansas City her gentle sense of humor, as well as the If You Open A Companion jam sessions. tragic in life. The program is free and open to the Three springs of her endless flow of Totally-hree checking Account public. The library is located at 770 creativity are nature, folklore and person- Dunlop Road. Hours are Monday and al experience. Her attitude towards every- Offer good through Thursday, 9 a.m.-8 p.m.; Tuesday, March 31,2003 Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, 9-5. For day life encourages others to aim for the more information, call 472-2483. highest goals, to share and to give, and not to resign themselves to unfavorable cir- cumstances. Marks' life is worthy not only Magic Carpet Family of an art album, but also of an adventure novel. She has been a promising young Concerts continue actress in Lithuania, the place of her birth; a penniless war refugee in Germany; a The Gulf Coast Symphony, Southwest student at a prestigious university in Florida's premier non-professional com- Austria and an unskilled factory worker in munity orchestra, presents the second the US. She is a well-known artist, cura- 2003 Galloway Magic Carpet Family tor, donor, mother of four sons and a Concert on Saturday March 8, at 2:30 member of Chicago's high-society. p.m. at the Galloway Ford Showroom Marks' tapestries, prints and paintings (1800 Boy Scout Drive, Fort Myers). The are currently exhibited at. the Lithuanian Gulf Coast Symphony's Galloway Magic Museum of Art, in Vilnius, Lith. Her work COMMUNITY BANK Carpet Family Concert Series is a partner- can also be seen in the collections of 2495 Palm Ridge Road ship with the Galloway Family, the oldest museums and galleries in the US. She was automotive organization in Southwest instrumental in the refurbishing and revi- Florida. Support for these concerts also talizing of an old building in her home- (239) 472-6100 Fax (239) 472-5678 comes from the Southwest Florida town of Kedainiai, Lith., for the display, Community Foundation. not only of her own works, but that of P.O. Box 187 Sanibel, Florida 33957 Designed for children of all ages, these other Lithuanian artists, and of her own www.SanCapBank.com FREE one hour concerts are the perfect folk art collection from her travels all over introduction to the symphony orchestra. *A minimum of $1,000 is required to open the account. Memhvr Sit on your own individual "magic carpet" See Potpourri, see page 11 A penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal. FEMC 10 B • Week of Feb. 28-March 6, 2003 • Islander great to dance a role like this with a very professional cast. Every part, from the actors to the individual instruments and musicians adds fire." Rm Simpson is delighted to call the Fort Myers area her home and excited to add this new chapter to her already illustrious career. She says, "1 love to dance, teach, and work with great people and kids. I get to do all of this here. I'm so lucky. Life is good!" A Soldier's Tale features nationally known dancer Performances of A Soldier's Tale are March 2 at 7 p.m. in Schein Hall, March 3 and 9 By all accounts, Christine Carillo Simpson is a dazzling talent with an enviable career. at 8 p.m. at the Rep. Two special matinees will also be held at the Rep on March 6 — an By the age of 8 she was awarded full scholarships to pursue her passion and love of dance 11 a.m. show, especially for students, and a 1 p.m. show, especially for seniors. Tickets and, by 18, was a professional dancer with one of the most exciting contemporary dance start as low as $15. Special senior and student group rates available. For tickets and more companies in the world — Chicago's Hubbard Street Dance. information call the Florida Rep Box Office at 332-4488 or The Symphony box office at "Hubbard Street was amazing," she says. "I had the opportunity to work with so many 418-1500. different and brilliant choreographers — Twyla Tharp, Jin Schein Hall is a part of the BIG ARTS complex on Duniop Road in Sanibel. Florida Kylian and Daniel Ezralow. Hubbard Street was always Rep is located in the historic Arcade Theatre on Bay Street, between Jackson mid Hendry. fresh. We pushed the boundaries." While meeting so many fascinating people was a high- light, for Simpson one, in particular, stands out. "I danced Performances added in Tharp's Nine Sinatra Songs. Gene Kelly was in the audi- Larry Shue's rip-roaring farce apresented by Florida Repertory Theatre, The ence. In a reception after the performance, I had the chance Foreigner, has been extended by special demand for five extra performances through to meet him. He asked about 'the girl in the pink dress.' I March 15th. wasn't sure what he was going to say, so I alomost whis- Set in the rural hill country of pered, 'It was me' He then told me I was his favorite dancer Georgia, The Foreigner erupts into rib- in the performance! It was one of those goose-bump, flat- breaking humor when Charlie Baker, a ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ tering moments I'll always treasure." socially phobic Englishman, is I^^^HH^^lH^^^HPi^~ ' 9 Fortunately for Southwest Florida, Simpson now calls marooned by his friend Froggy in a the area home. She moved here a year ago to be closer to Georgia fishing lodge. family and "escape the snow." She's been teaching and Florida Rep's production of this recently returned to the stage in Gulfshore Ballet's The laugh-riot, stars an outstanding cast Nutcracker. At 33, she still feels "a huge itch to dance." filled with familiar faces including "Chance meetings" with old and new professional Florida Rep company regulars, John friends have led to new opportunities. While at Gulfshore Felix (Rumors, The Mousetrap) and Jane Ballet, she received a call from "a man looking for a Bushway (You Can't Take It With You, dancer, someone who could choreograph and dance." That Wit) and favorites Jim VanValen (Moon man was Florida Rep's director Robert Cacioppo. The pro- Over the Brewery, The Guys), Danielle duction? The upcoming collaboration between Southwest Plisz (Master Class), Zolan Henderson Florida's two premiere professional resident arts organiza- and Michael Hicks (The Mousetrap). tions, Florida Repertory Theatre and Southwest Florida Symphony, in Stravinsky's daring The Foreigner cast also includes East classic, A Soldier's Title. Simpson will join Florida Rep actors and the symphony musi- C'ouM actor. (Jar\ Smith, in his Florida cians on Mage as the princess ballerina who vainly tries to save her love from the devil Rep debut. New York actor/director who has come to claim his soul. Chris Clavelli, returns to the Arcade "A Soldier's Tale is amir/ing!" the dancer sn\ s. "It is so diffrri'M. \ litllf cn'u\ inn i.-n Tlic.itn- in tliiivr. ing, and vary unexpected. It in a play, a dance and a symphony aJJ rolled into one. It is The Foreigner plays Tuesdays through Saturdays at 8 p.m., and Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays at GOING NORTH? JAKE APIECE OF PARADISE HOME... 2 Cno matinee on Wednesday. Mnrch 12) The Islander's 2001 paster "RoseateSpoonbill" by loail urtist Heather Sliibosz is Tickets tire $15 and up with special dis your complimentary gift with every new paid subscription. Posters are also available for counts for students ami siroups. Call the box ollice :il"332-4-18X or loll live at (877) 787-8053. purchase at S20. A portion of the proceeds benefits C.R.O.W Call 472-5185, or chop by the Islander office at 695 Tarpon Bay Rd., Unit 13, Sanibel Art: SPOONBILL I ,v^|llU|{i>, STAfE ZIP JPW.VN1 [-NCIOSi-0 1 Annual IRl-t POSTER* '»»S£*^g|pA§WMAl|>(&CJO-PQ|$BQsSQEl HANDLING) Our beautiful "Jaguar Special Edition" Subscription Ai • I I1.II. .1- 1-, PI >|| !•* i;iia§lllpiii;iiis#icE •<•• • • Florida *l Annual SIGNATURE Long Range Sabreliner Jet also available Subscription USA or mail to: ' S28.00 AIRUNK -. null >< ,i|,In.i M.niil, i .(2 I'll OMeCi • l.ix ,iW> 17.>"> i.U >1> llov ill. S.Milln-l, I I. 11'i'iV 'MM. g tw i Jiir[iiin ll.n KiMil ('*! 1'. I'mrm-miili" I i*nli r 561-753-4984 www.executiveairlink.com Islander • Week of Feb. 28-March 6, 2003 • 11 B Potpourri, from page 9 the recipient of the Pulitzer Prize for On March 5, the piano gallery will host Drama. • a local anniversary celebration of the world. The museum also offers art Performances are Friday, March 28 at Steinway's founding. From 4-8 p.m., education programs, lectures and tours. 7:30 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, March piano students of all ages are invited to The grand opening of The Janina 29 and 30, at 2 p.m., and Saturday at 8. play Steinway's limited-edition tricenten- Monkute Marks Museum took place on Tickets range from $28 to 48 and can be nial artcase piano. The Tricentenniai com- Oct. 20, 2001, when hundreds of guests purchased at the box office, by calling memorates the 300th anniversary of the gathered to celebrate her enthusiasm and 481-4849 or from Ticketmaster at 334- invention of the piano and is limited to perseverance. Many articles have been 3309. For Groups of 20 or more, please only 300 handmade pianos, published about Janina Marks in call 489-3033, extension 3122. All guests can win concert tickets and Lithuanian and American newspapers, books autographed by Henry Z. Steinway, exhibition catalogs and reference books. the last member of the Steinway family to Her work has touched and inspired Book drive under way oversee the operation of Steinway & numerous individuals on both sides of the Now through March 5, Steinway Piano Sons. Atlantic. Gallery of Naples is collecting new and For more information on the book The public is invited to meet this extra- used books to help disadvantagecl children drive or open house, call the showroom at ordinary artist and human being for a who want, to take advantage of music edu- (239) 594-0888. book signing at Macintosh Book Shop, cation in Collier County. 2365 Periwinkle Way, on Monday and Relax in the South Pacific For 150 years, Steinway & Sons — in Tuesday, March 3 and 4 ,between 1:30 Plan for an enchanted evening when partnership with its dealerships through- and 3:30 p.m. Rodgers & Hammerstein's timeless clas- out the world — has been a major sup- One-man exhibit to open sic South Pacific opens for a limited run at porter of music education, said Grant 0 p e n t n g the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Billings, vice president of Steinway Piano March 6, Eckert Hall from Friday, March 28 through Gallery of Naples. "In the spirit of that Fine Art-Naples is Sun lay, March 30. tradition," Steinway Piano Gallery's book hosting a one-man L vjoy a wonderful evening of enter- drive will culminate on Steinway's 150th exhibit by Don tainment with your favorite "Honey Bun" anniversary with a special open house. Gumrner, a lyrical as you once again relive the story of a The public is invited to donate new and constructionist, May-December romance between French used music books — as well as any other through April 3. planter timile de Becque and Nellie kind of book — at the Steinway Piano On Thursday, the Forbush, a young American nurse, A glo- Gallery, 9051 Tatniami Trail N., during 6th, interested rious tale of wartime romance on an regular business hours. Music books will individuals are island paradise. South Pacific is consid- be distributed directly to underprivileged invited to meet the. Sheila Tardosky is the featured ered by many to be one of the best musi- children through the gallery's Partners in artist, at a wine and artist for March at the Sanibel cals ever written. It includes such memo- Education Program,-a cooperative effort hors d'oeuvres Library. Her show includes her rable hits as "Some Enchanted livening," with southwest Florida piano teachers. reception from 6 favorite works as well as examples "Bali Ha'I," "A Wonderful Guy," The gallery will donate non-music to 8 p.m., RSVP "Younger Than Springtime" and "I'mhooks to the Collier County Education by calling (239) of her newest venture into comput- Gonna Wash That Man Right Oulta My Donald Guntmer, er art;. Sheila is the owner of The Foundation, a non-profit organization thai "Mercury" 261-1100." Tree IIOII*K» Gultery on Turpuu ]£M> li.iii." Juuiii I'i. il'.i. .. • il . lfaisul. Pulitzer T*n?e* "vlrtrnniTrTWW THMS fifTOi I'.n [Mi. \i\ fjiriu-. Mil hi.-in.-i iiml is VOLI tills \k*U AIKI LIIIS v IOV. I \oiv I wrv j Puun I hr- I\I\ With ui without jj . !>.!, li.i !• :•••.! iu.i I i'l I • I r1" *r i'liii "- i i Cot L .il! 1 II.J.. I c.v 12B.WeekofFeb.28-March 6, 2003 .Islander 2D-3D: are you ready for it? jfe£d Loft: The Best in Show ribbon went to Jeffrey Scott Lewis's "Boardwalk **H H«slowHnlnra: Jessi.Tocoieo Dilich'r»il{^V.'i=s "Flowe«1T1nur£>rv GardeHotvlonn" By Amy Fleming eral images in the exhibition deall with the events of September 11. 2001. Robb's was Staff writer unique in addressing the culture ol fear (hose events lelt in their wake. Geoffrey HaincTs enigmatic image of a highway's abrupt ending, The Alliance for the Arts opened Us animal spring juried show 2D-3D last week, fea- "Let Me Know When You Gel Somewhere" was turing 41 artists from all over the area. Visitors will notice a lot of familiar names from awarded third place, with honorable mentions local arts venues, including Ralph Bigletti. Carol Haas, Jean Dean and more. going to Jessie Dilich's image of an orangutang, The show was sponsored by Chico's, who also pave away S2.000 in pri/e inonfv. hopelessly mil of [)l:kv in .i rinm.il llovvci gar Best in LSJIOW went to Jeffrey Scott Lewis's "boardwalk," a hirgc-sculc punning blend- den, tilled "The Flower Garden," and Harrington ing graphic images of wooden decking and Sabal palms. William Rohb's "Fear Bible" DeMers' meditative "Memorial to the World garnered second place, an assemblage of wire, open safety pins and bullets enclosed in Trade Center." glass cases, with the Inscription "We are afraid because it gives us purpose." While sev- Orlando's icon Mickey Mouse makes an appearance in Marilyn Niederman's "At Mickey's House," a three-dimensional mono- chrome (except for Mickey) treasure house of Living history at Sanibel School toys and baubles that fairly pops right off of the By Renny Severance the 19th century, she told us in conver- wall. Anyone who loves Louise Nevelson's work Executive Editor sational detail about the life of a slave will appreciate this one. Sanibel artist James Fleming has bis display Cathy Simpson knocked "em dead at before the Civil War, about her trip to freedom, and the remarkable drama of of 'jar people'— images of friends turned inlo the Sanihcl School on Tuesday, Feb. 25. winged creatures, and captured like lightning Her presentation is a one- her career leading more than 200 others to freedom bugs in glass jars. woman show and she is one Krista Johnson's Dubuffet-inspired "Goddess" of those delightfully rare in 19 trips on the Underground Railroad. draws on a love of pattern and an appreciation of creatures who has the primitive art, with a warm, subtle palette. boundless energy to pull it Simpson did not over- dramatize the story; with 2D-3D All Florida Competition Exhibition off successfully. Tempting will be on display through March 22. Hours are as it might be to call it a hardly any hand-wringing she held the audience in 9 a.m. to 5 p.m Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. dress rehearsal for her per- to 3 p.m. Saturday. formance on Wednesday at her thrall as she talked sim- Fleming,s «Jar People» BIG ARTS, the fact ply and matter-of-factly remains that she has been about her life — moving at Below: William Robb's "Fear Bible" portraying Harriet Tubman night and mostly on week- since the 1970s. ends (slave chasers didn't Based in eastern Pannsylvania, she work weekends) to cover hundreds of spends much of her time on the road miles over and over again leading the bringing remarkable characters to life way. When a passenger tired of the trip, lor audiences across the country. Tubman would put it very simply: "You Simpson is an accomplished actress can live free up North, or you can die with formal training at Carnegie- here," Mellon. She portrays a variety of char- She certainly made it real for all of us •uieis who educate and illuminate in and, when she finished, took questions dilk'ient ways. from the audience for about 20 minutes, In becoming Harriet Tubman, she deftly slipping in and out of character to w.is .ibJe lo bring American history to come up with the most appropriate lik- lor (lie assembled students and for answer. The questions revealed much those of us fortunate adults who were about the students and the close atten- •ibli (o saeak inlo the back of the hull. tion they paid to the porformance. It was i ,n son if 20 or 30 minutes, Harriet easily the most interesting and painless liihniiri CIIIIC lo life and, dressed for history lesson imaginable. Islander • Week of Feb. 28-March 6, 2003 • 13 B llm 'IPoinr Mtt» Pi RFORMI G , rt Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre 1380 Colonial Boulevard ~ 278-4422 • Kiss Me Kate Oi I THE Sandet Feb. 27th-April 12th, $21-$42 2003: The Magic of Music Off Broadway Palm iIsland Cinema • The Fantasticks ill.uli-y's Shopping Center ~ 472-1701 Tuesday, March 4th Olga Kern $25 Through March 9th, $2O-$33 / ile of David Gale (R) Clibum Florida Repertory Theatre Chicago Q?G\y) Spot c$ Christine S. Johnson Bay Street between Jackson & Hendry Call lor times & prices and ask about the 332-4488 Saturday, March 8th Juilliard String Quartet $30 l'n'i|uent Movie-goer Program • The Foreigner Old Nchoolhousc Theater Sponsored by Northern Trust Bank Through March 15th, 8 p.m., $15 up. I'JOS Periwinkle -472-6862 Tuesday, March 11th Rubio String Quartet $25 • A Soldier's Tale • I urever Plaid William Wolfram, piano March 3rd and 9th, 8 p.m. I lirough March 29th, 8 p.m., $25 Sponsored by Congress Jewelers March 2nd, 7 p.m - Schein Hall UK.ARTS Saturday, March 15th New York Chamber Soloists $25 Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall 900 I >unlop~ 395-0900 Sponsored by Sue & Tom Pick, 8099 College Parkway ~ 481-4849 Siiu-in Hall Lynn & Lee Seidler, and • Aida Friends of Chamber Music March 2nd, 7:30 A Soldier's Tale Feb. 28ui & March 1st, 8 p.m. Marclf 2nd, 7 p.m, $15 up Tuesday, March 18th Elizabeth Futral, Soprano $30 March 1st & 2nd, 2 p.m., $26-$66 ireat Performers Series Sponsored by Friends of Opera • South Pacific Capitol Steps March 28th, 7:30 p.m., March f>. 8 p.m., SOU) OUT Saturday, March 22nd Opera Theater of Connecticut $30 March 29th & 30th, 2 p.m. The Count liasie Orchestra Mozart's Cosi Fan Tutte March 29th, 8 p.m., $28-$48 l March >. 8 p.m., SOU) OUT Sponsored by Oswald Trippe & Co., Inc. Gulf Coast Symphony nn: FORUM and Friends of Opera • Galloway Magic Carpet Family Concert Distinguished Scholar Series Saturday March 8th, 2:30 p.m Tuesday, March 25th Stuttgart Chamber Orchestra $30 @ Galloway Ford on US 41 Marvin Knlh: Dennis Russell Davies, Chief Conductor The Middle East & Asia Sponsored by Mrs. J. Howard Wood Theatre Conspiracy Saturday. March 1st, 7:.'U)p.in.,$15 Foutds Theatre, 10091 McGregor- 936-3239 Lawrence 1 )avidson: All events take-) place at Sanibol Congregational Church, 2.050 Periwinkle Way. The World Keomtmy - Kids Conspiracy * Rumplfstiltskin Light at the End o'fthv 'Vwmvlt March 1,11 a.m. t* BKi ARTS, $5 Monday. March 17th. 7:150, $lf> BIG ARTS Film Series (Chocks only, please) ~ (941) 336-7999 Vntal, March '-'ml 7 p.m.. $4.50 Followed by win«--uiil *"li«•«•-=<• ili.-'i.. .iiou Wednesday Matinee Film Series ~ Theatre Survey - At Island Cinema The Sanibel Community Association is hxiking for input from (lie community as it works Academy Award Nominees: Buckingham Community Center toward re-opening its theatre across the street from the Community House. This survey is Nicholas Nickleby Buckingham Road of Oranger River Blvd. an attempt to get YOUR ideas on how to put this facility to its best use. March ,3rd, 3 p.m., $4.50 (239) 626-5399 Followed by discussion over .snacks • Basically Blue-grass Concert &. Pick In What are you looking for at the or dinner March 2nd, 2-5 p.m., $5 SCA Periwinkle Theatre? Family Celebration Various bluegrass bands & singers 2003 Film Festival March 13th: Tortilla Soup SeminoleGulf Railway Dinner Train March 1.4th: Monsoon Wedding Colonial & Metro, Fort Myers ~ 275-8487 March 15th: My Big Fat Greek • Playing for Keeps Wedding Wednesdays & Thursdays, 6:30 p.m. March 16th: What's Cooking Sundays, 5:30 p.m.. 'W\ for times & locations 5-course dinner + show, $49.98 • Hollywood Hullabaloo Pick the plays for your ideal first season.. 5-course dinner + show Fridays, 6:30 p.m., $49.98 to K Saturdays, 6:30 p.m. $59.98 Naples Dinner Theatre Island Hardware & Marine Supply 1025 Piper Boulevard ~ (239) 514-7827 3187 Stringfellow Road, Pine Island What do you think the top price for a ticket should he? • West Side Story 283-2998 Through March 9th, livenings & matinees • Music on Pine Island • Chicago Various local & nationally known musicians play the blues under the stars Who are some of the actors/actresses you would like to see on March 13th-April 27th for donations from the audience stage at the SCA Periwinkle Theatre? $37.50-$4*i Festival seating, coolers OK Cabaret Theatre BBQ sandwiches available • The Nifty Fifties Saturdays, 6 p.m., call for dates. 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I or #36 at $275,000 COLDWELL Stucky furnished. 2 full bedrooms, 2 full Aiul lot «7>at $^85,000 baths. 1,450 sq. ft. living. Best units on BANKER Sanibel for the money. ' $377,500 I NTH RNAT1ONAL* [JVM ot'fertiip ant »ihl«;« t« emits, «»t«h>na>«hM^« Coldwell Banker Residential Real EstateForward an e-mail to 10 people and legends. Tales of carpet's inert ability to about this issue. Bill Gates will send you $1,000. Neil aggravate asthma and allergies have For instance, a new compact disc — Carpet: separating urban Armstrong's landing on the moon was spread like wildfires in recent times. filled with the most recent data available actually filmed in a Hollywood studio. However, there is much evidence to and touting carpet's benefits — is being legends from the facts A boy ate pop rocks and drank a soda the contrary. For instance, a recent sent to asthma and allergy doctors and died when his stomach exploded European Health Survey conducted across the country. By Werner Braun when the two mixed. The amount of across 18 countries including the United The Carpet & Rug Institute also has For News USA information- today's public digests as States reveals that those with carpeted launched a new Web site, www.carpet truth based on little or no factual data is bedrooms actually have fewer incidents health.org, filled with scientific studies (NUI) - At one time or another, most amazing. of asthma and allergies. and data snowing that not only is carpet of us have been exposed to some kind of Carpet, over the years, has taken a This new scientific study proves a not a detriment to the indoor air envi- urban legend, most likely on the long-held belief by the carpet industry ronment, it is actually beneficial. that carpet actually serves as a filter and Today, we spend nearly 90 percent of removes allergens from the breathing our time indoors. Indoor air quality is zone until they can be removed by a more than just a buzzword, it's an IsloniXompufers Green Label vacuum cleaner approved important issue. But people should by the Carpet & Rug Institute. know they can breathe easier today, Although evidence is nonexistent especially if they have carpet on their when it comes to tying carpet and asth- floors. GEORGE ma/allergy related symptoms together, there is much on the side of the fence Werner Braun is the president of the PAEKER INC. saying otherwise. Thus, the carpet Carpet and Rug Institute, a trade asso-