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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 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 . • Sanibel, I'L 33057 Phone: (2.W) 472-51K5 • Fax 472-1372 Rene's Artisans of Fine Jewelry, known for their creativity, are now adding "fun" Choir gallery dedicated Location: and "prizes" to the shop. The renovated choir gallery at the Promenade Center To create an atmosphere of excitement, Sanibel Congregational Church was dedi- (>95 Tarpon liny Kd. Unit //13 Rene's is conducting a Prize Contest with cated recently to the ministry of music. A 10 prizes to be awarded to their customers unique feature of the loft is a hagioscope at the end of the current promotion. G.A. or "squint," which enables some members Postal Information: Wright Retail Sales Consultant Sharon of the choir to see the pulpit through an 1 he Sanihel Captiva Marnier (U.SPS 4SI-400) is published Jackson is coordinating the special events every Friday and is disin billed throughout Scmibel and — Treasure Hunt Days and Crazy Days — Happenings, see page 5 Captiva Islands by ilie. Breeze Corp. P.O.'Box 56, Sanibel, IT.. Third Class postage is paid at the Sanibel lJosl Office. Postmaster Send address changes lo: Sanibel Capiivu hUmdor, P.O. Box 56 Donations Needed SanibcU-l. YWJ Classified Ad deadline: Noon, Tuesday. 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We tend to forget that, how- states, and the underdeveloped cminfm-s BY THE SEA & SHORE ever these barbaric systems now appear to of Africa and South America will leani to us, they were, to Russia and the Third mistrust and further dislike us. achievements — that everyone Reich, the absolute rale of law. In all likelihood, terrorism will not sub- Law & Order is innocent until proven guilty. As I write this column, a majority of side at all, but increase. The cycle of retri- My family doesn't watch If the detectives cannot find Americans sit back complacently while bution and revenge will come to haunt us much TV. We don't have that enough evidence to arrest and our leaders send tens of thousands of our as Americans are singled out and persecut- ubiquitous cable hard-wired convict their suspect, the district children to die Persian Gulf to prepare to ed across the globe, simply because we're into our house, ferrying its attorney decides that they've fight a war based on suspicion. Suspicion Americans. We will be seen by billions of motherlode of American pop either got the wrong guy or tells that someone has not accounted for the peoples as 'the great aggressor.' Travel will culture. Molly and I decided the detectives to keep searching very weapons of mass destruction we sold become increasingly dangerous and we years ago that we couldn't until they find the proverbial them during the war with Iran. No hard will learn to live in fear. That will be our afford cable. In our case, smoking gun. Suspicion alone, evidence, just a hunch that Saddarn and his dismal victory. affordability has little to do in the American justice system, boys are up to no good. Our leadership is And once upon that dark, self-righteous with the monthly fee. It has to CHARLES is not evidence enough to put operating under a new policy they call path, where do we stop? Do we then turn do with time. We can't afford SOBCZAK someone in prison. 'preemption.' our formidable arsenal toward North the time television consumes There are other systems. Preemption assumes that it is far better Korea? Or does North Korea launch one of on a daily basis. Marx once said, erro- During the height of Stalinism in the to remove the threat of a possible attack or its handful of nuclear devices first, know- neously, that religion was the opiate of the Soviet Union, suspicion alone sufficed. If terrorist activity before it happens. We ing that they have little to lose by taking a people. He was wrong. In today's world, you were so much as suspected of plotting have never had a foreign policy like this first strike... showing us that two can play it's television. against the communist party, you were before, and it is so riddled with inconsis- this new game of preemption? The. case But we do sport a rooftop antenna and, arrested and shipped off to Siberia in a tencies that I find it impossible to believe against North Korea is far more convinc- cosmic rays aligning, there are a few pro- train filled with fellow conspirators. No we would actually consider engaging in it. ing than the case against Iraq, because we grams I enjoy. One of my favorite pro- trial, no jury, no proof, just a paranoid I went through this same madness 30 know they have weapons of mass destruc- grams is Law & Order. The show has won hunch landed you in a Russian prison years ago during the Vietnam war. Fifty tion, countless Emmys and avoids the graphic camp. During that same era, the rise of thousand names are etched on that black After Korea do we invade India? What violence common to most prime time McCarthyism here in America echoed wall of granite across the mall from the about Pakistan, Israel and the 45 other shows. It's essentially a courtroom drama, Stalin's absurd sense of justice, 'though Capitol. Fifty thousand signatures on a nations known to have some form of and fascinating to me in that the good guys the roles were reversed. petition that speaks volumes about ill-con- chemical, biological or nucj^ar weaponry. don't always win. Nazi Germany employed an equally ceived American foreign policy. One History should teach us that, once the awe- might hope that we would have learned. The justice system the program embod- grim rule of law. If you were Jewish, or a some machinery of war begins moving, The buzz words back then were 'the domi- ies represents one of America's greatest Gypsy, you were guilty. No crime needed. things seldom go as planned. Issues Your punishment for being born was the no effect.' become muddy, incidents give rise to But we didn't learn. We are about to escalation and people die. World War I enjoin another Vietnam. Far worse in a began with a single assassination. Happenings, from page 4 good, and what God intends is abundant way, because this military campaign will These past few weeks, millions of peo- life for everyone. The WDP women of only serve to make us appear to be the ple across the world have spoken out in opening in a wall. Lebanon, from the three Christian families great Satan the radical Islamic world protrst against the invasion of Iraq. The late Chuck Kindt, who was the — Catholic, Evangelical and Orthodox - already thinks we arc. Without question, Wrilin;' thr. column. I've decided to join h.ivr ininllv prepnivd i\Y\K worship sri'viri' • -'\\ " in ti,. \, -til-- p,.it •• . MI i.. .• i\,.. .,, i\\. i,, i .1. ,u'i '.-.* "...»\. i., ••|i\-. .. i ,. "\ .-. . lll.ll .llllUll '. lUll II III II!!.i;" Illllllll 111 111: Song of Solomon, naming Lebanon and its 1 iw-iiiuiu,). KIL.M.I. i Inn.i, ilu . Uiib u'durv Those help us reconnect to the mystery of the action of the Holy Spiril and remind us dial God's love is inex- BEACHVIEW OPEN $ haustible and still active today. 500 OFF The service will be held on 1'riday, Men's Special Limited March 7, at Sanibel Community Church Time modeiatcu of the church at the time of his starting at 10 a.m. Single M' untimely death, had been very much Invite friends, families and othei com- Tennis involved in moving ahead the renovation munities of faith to join the women of Membership project. His family requested that memor- Lebanon in prayer and song and in support Tennis Offer ial gifts in his name go to support the pro- of women's ecumenical ministries toward ject. It was possible, as a result, to com- peace and justice. An offering to support Tournament Caii For Details plete the renovation much earlier than pro- the ongoing work of CWU (the national 472-9099 jected. committee of the World Day of Prayer in the United States) is taken. Portions of MARCH 22-24 your offering are designated toward World Day of Prayer 2003 women's projects both internationally and Golf -Greens fees as low as $40, including cart \ - •* v V • /• in the US, as well as to support the ongo- \ V • \/\ /\ Holy Spirit, Fill Us, this year's World For tec time reservations call 472-2626 / Go If Sale Day of Prayer (WDP) theme, encourages 1 us to remember that what God has made is Happenings, see page 6 Tennis-Ball Machine Rental Available V , Selected Daily Round Robins, 10am J Ashworth, Slazcnger and Adida \YtH-klv and mmrthly membership* avnllaltk- / 25 - 40% OFF SalQ&by (ull472-90W Formerly of Pat's Hair Kair, Now in Sanibel Tanger Outlet Stores I ealurliiK mi fu-eplitmal seltTllon ot Steaks uml SeaftMMl Follow Your Favorite Ladies to Your New M U D\IIY 11 M II SI'K I\LS Full-Service Salon! OPEN 7 DAYS!! Monday X - lnrki'> Samfau-li or lurkv> I'laflrr thru SATURDAY./til .9 PM Gift Certificates & WeriiH'srta} — < obh Salad Open SUNDAY Spa Packages Available 11 AM - 6 PM Ihursdat - Meal ItKirSiiiulvticliiirlMi'al loaf Pluilcr Sanibel (239) 472-2005 Ri'svitutions 472-4W4 • *••"} -1 **•• c hips

*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 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. (lllllll'' Ih.lin Ili.lilll.lUlril 111'"; . 1 lli,ll in pi I-, .in 'Hi" Sin ml Sri uiiiv, bill In* lhoit>zlit funds lor projects that individuals or pri- I i Hi..: liicu VMUIUI In- ,i iiiii-.ii I'le.iU'i •••uit in vate companies would be unable to I'lic arcm oluiivulti focus, .said (iimitv pi i\ all/;tlion I lad !>eui ui.idc itu M..i ;h.-. o,il ftdWAVWteiil decisions. For example. rttiu'.itmn HIWI'MM, he s.nd lli;il a In protl- finance.

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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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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 a.m. &. 2 p.m. Little Pine Island guided trail walks Dolphin Si Wildlife Adventure ('raises Tuesdays through Sundays, 8:30 -10:30 u.m. First An an Daily, 4 p.m. from South Seas Registration required (941) 575-5861. FREE $20 adult, $10 ayes 3-12 si'ia etna airy Reservations required 472-5100 Celebrate at Tarpon Bay This mouth marks the 100th anniver- Workman, performing on the deck from Murclti 22, sary ol the National Wildlife Refuge. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Bring your lunch and Helicopter System. In 1003, President Theodore join us on the deck at 12:30 for a special Drop Roosevelt designated Pelican Island as interactive presentation on the lives of Raffle the first National Wildlife. Refuge, and seashells. We'll also be giving away today there are over 535 refuges across some FREE stuff — register to win free the United States, spanning over 92 mil- kayak and bike rentals, discounts on lion acres of land and water. Their mis- fishing charters, gift shop merchandise sion today is the. same as it was 100 and more. And as always, paddle the HmmiMliry C years ago, to protect wildlife and the Commodore Creek Trail or take the habitats in which they live. We are tram tour along Wildlife Drive and Spcuasoirslhii blessed to have our very own refuge experience the wonder of the J.N. right here on Sanibel in the J.N. "Ding" "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Darling National Wildlife Refuge which Refuge. See you Sunday! was established in 1945 and spans more Tarpon Bay Explorers is located at than 6,400 acres. It is home to over 240 the north end of Tarpon Bay Road and $225.00 per persona species of birds, 32 species of mam- can be reached by calling 472-8900. Iid ILih mals, 51 species of reptiles and amphib- The company is a licensed concession- IDirkalks andl ians, and countless aquatic species. aire of the refuge, providing recreation- Hors d* In honor of our Centennial, the folks al and educational opportunities to the at Tarpon Bay invite you to join us, this public under contract with the U.S Fish Sunday, March 2, for a day of celebra- & Wildlife Service. March 14, 2003 3pm tion. Enjoy the sounds of islander Chris 12 • Week of Feb. 28 — Mar. 6, 2003 • Islander

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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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Install a televi- ment and offers suggestions for improve- is lots of good information that gets retirees bathroom space to make it work for both sion with picture-in-picture so you can ment. in the right mindset about maintaining an of you: both keep an eye on your favorite pro- "Retirees' quality of life can be under- active and vigorous quality of life." grams while getting ready for the day. mined by a few simple features in their AIM recommends saving the booklet • Double up. Installing two sinks is a homes," said Arthur Grehan, executive and testing your home's retirement rating simple way to keep the peace, allowing • If space permits, include separate director of AIM. "If something about our every year. Scores can go up as improve- you to brush your teeth while your areas for privacy in a shared bath. homes keeps us from sleeping well at ments are made and go down as fixtures partner shaves. 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Oil-Site, from page 12 had been involved in similar projects and to discuss from the very beginning. renovations up north. Here you are establishing expectations Ashton recalls vividly how she had between you and On-Site Assurance (OSA) always been passionate about real estate. and making design decisions that can save When she was six or seven years old, she you money by avoiding costly changes later. and her friends would go crawling through During this initial step Ashton creates her houses under construction and try to figure exclusive "Assurance Map" which means what room it was. "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'.' What are some <'t your features are followed accurately from the munication and expectation." Ashton owner of On-Site Assurance at 395- top priorities.' No detail is UH> in.siguiiii.am si.ul. loi each tiuu.se Ashlou Licalcs a lug ol "The £Oi\l of ;\ny large or small construc- 3142 or e-mivW tion project, addition or innovation is lo h;ive .com. 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