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VOL. 22, NO. 23 SANIBEL & CAPTIVA ISLANDS, FLORIDA NOVEMBER 28, 2014 NOVEMBER/DECEMBER SUNRISE/SUNSET: 28 6:57 > 5:36 29 6:57 * 5:36 30 6:58 • 5:36 1 6:59 * 5:36 2 7:00 * 5:36 3 7:00 * 5:36 4 7:01* 5:36 Wolanin Adds Rockin' Christmas Concert At BIG ARTS by Jeff Lysiak A t only 24, Whitney Wolanin has earned the crown Queen of Holiday Hits. Last year, the talented singer/songwriter from Sanibel scored a Billboard charting hit with her interpretation of Run, Run Rudolph to go along with a music video of that song which parodied the family favor­ ite film A Christmas Story. In 2012, her version of Frosty The Snowman reached #13 on the Billboard adult contemporary chart. So it should come as no surprise that this year, Wolanin took another holiday classic - Silver Bells - and gave it a con­ temporary spin all her own. "Silver Bells is one of my favorite Plate of holiday cookies Christmas songs of all time,” said Wolanin, Singer/songwriter Whitney Wolanin, who who was spending the Thanksgiving holi­ grew up on Sanibel, will be performing a Holly & Ivy Bazaar December 5 day at home on Sanibel with her parents. holiday fundraiser at BIG ARTS’ Schein Hall he Holly & Ivy Bazaar will be held on Friday, December 5 from noon to 9 p.m. “Traditionally, the song is kinda slow, so on December 13 I wanted to make it more uptempo. It's a in the Fellowship Hall at Sanibel Community Church. The guild ladies have cre­ really fun Christmas song with lots of great imagery. T ated many handcrafted Christmas items that will adorn the tables at this continued on page 32 continued on page 40 BIG ARTS Community Chorus To Perform Musical Tribute To Sanibel W hen Mike Bugler hears the Sanibel BIG ARTS Community Chorus sing I saw Twelve Dolphins Dancing in the final verse of his hilarious Sanibel 12 Days of Christmas, it w on’t be the first time he will feel the joy of hav­ ing created a unique and special experi­ ence for people in his audience. The cho­ rus will perform Bugler’s musical tribute to Sanibel on December 9 in Schein Hall at the annual BIG ARTS Community Chorus Holiday Concert. Bugler has always had a creative streak but he tells the story of how he “found his muse” and started writing silly poems when he was a young junior manager. His Hallmark Cards boss apologized for being Kinga Augustyn Kinga as a child “a little late” to tell Burgler he had been selected to give a response to the senior Special Engagement manager's ! losing addtess m the sales force LM at a conference in the IJK . Bugler had 20 With Violin Virtuoso minutes to prepare, and was not naturally “comfortable on the podium." Mike Bugler ith a program that showcases the range of what the violin can do, Kinga W Suddenly, as he tells it, he “heard a Augustyn will exhibit her own amazing range of talent in a concert at BIG cadence” in his head and started fitting words of poetic natter about some of the antics ARTS. The skillful and emotive violinist will perform a mix of familiar and of the attendees at the conference to that rhythm. Figuring he had nothing to lose, he lesser-known pieces for violin, including works by composers from her native Poland. stood and delivered this piece of rhyming gossip and brought the house down. He never The concert will take place at 3:30 p.m. on Sunday, December 7 in Phillips Gallery continued on page 28 continued on page 40 t h e D ^ eS S a v e

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Museum Admission $10 for Adults • Gift Shop Only Free 4 ISLAND SUN - N O VEM BER 28, 2014 Looking Back: Belton Johnson Belton Johnson, pictured, was born in Arcadia and was five years old when his family moved to Sanibel in 1901. The Johnson family fished and were farmers of their 12-acre plot. When the hurricane of 1921 destroyed their farm, Belton turned to fishing and eventually became a guide. In 1942 (at 46 years old) he married Miriam. In 1948, after the hurricane in 1945 destroyed their first house, they built a house just north of ‘Tween Waters Inn, Captiva. After Belton died, Miriam do­ nated the house to The Captiva Community Association, and it was relocated behind the Captiva Memorial Library. Lee County Deputy Ed Waite cur­ rently lives there with his family. The History Gallery, developed by the Captiva Island Historical Society, tells the unique and diverse history of Captiva. Inter­ Luminary lights make Sanibel Community Church sparkle at night pretive panels and touch screen access to historic photos are Visit Sanibel Community featured; sure to pique one’s interest. The History Gallery is Church On Luminary Night accessed through the Captiva Memorial Library located on G reat food, beautiful lights and live music filling the air on the campus of Sanibel Chapin Lane on Captiva. Open Community Church will be a part of Luminary Night, to be held on Friday, during Captiva Library hours. December 5. photo archives of the C ap tiva Island Historical Society Contemporary Christmas praise music by the SCC Praise Team will lead the cel­ ebration. There will also be adult and children’s choirs singing, a petting zoo, fabulous homemade cookies and delicious hors d’oeuvres. The “Kids Tent” will feature orna­ ment making, face painting and the story of Jesus’ birth. The Historic Chapel will be To advertise in the Island Sun call 395-1213 converted into A Walk Through Bethlehem, a living theatrical experience with tours of continued on page 15

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An Historic NEWSPAPER Beachfront Resort Sanibel & Captiva Islands ’T w e e n W a t e r s I n n ISLAND RESORT REPORTER Sanibel Island, Florida The Center 4 Life will be closed be used. Class begins with a joke and meet the needs of varying experience Island Seniors At Thursday and Friday, November 27 and ends with a positive thought for the day. levels. Bring a towel. Kim Kouril is the 28 in observance of the Thanksgiving Silvia Villanueva is the instructor. instructor. The Center 4 Life holiday. Essential Total Fitness - Monday, Chair Yoga - Tuesday and Thursday M eet your friends and make Fitness Classes Wednesday and Friday at 9:30 a.m. at 11 a.m. Similar to Gentle Yoga but all some new at the Center 4 Life. Classes are available and all ages are Cardio, muscle strengthening and flex­ poses are done in a chair. Kim Kouril is Browse through the following welcome. Cost is $3.75 for members and ibility training with hand weights, stretch the instructor. activities, then stop by to sign up. $6.75 for non-members. Annual mem­ cords, chairs and stability balls. Mahnaz For more information on programs or The Center 4 Life will be closed bership is $20. Sanibel Recreation Center Bassiri is the instructor. to join Island Seniors, call 472-5743 or Thursday and Friday, November 27 and members must show their membership Power Hour Fitness - Tuesday stop by the Center 4 Life, 2401 Library 28 in observance of the Thanksgiving card to attend. and Thursday at 8 a.m. Hand weights, Way on Sanibel.& holiday. Happy Hour Fitness - Monday, stretch cords, stability balls and mats are Page Turners with Ann Rodman Wednesday and Friday at 8 a.m. This used. Improve core strength and balance. - If you would like to be on the Page class keeps your brain fit and your heart, Mahnaz Bassiri is the instructor. Turners list, email [email protected] lungs and muscles strong with a combina­ Gentle Yoga - Tuesday and Thursday Our email address is or contact the Center 4 Life. Unbroken tion of aerobics and muscle conditioning at 9:30 a.m. Stretch, tone and strengthen [email protected] by Laura Hillenbrand will be discussed exercises and balance. Hand weights, while improving flexibility, proper align­ Wednesday, December 10. Discussion stretch cords and your body weight will ment and circulation. Mats are used to will be facilitated by Barb Paquette. The Island Seniors, Inc. Annual w , Meeting - The annual meeting and M / luncheon will be held Friday, December 12 at 11:30 a.m. All members are invited. Learn about the center’s activities throughout the year, the financial stand­ ing and involvement in the city’s Core Development Plan, and you will have an opportunity to elect new board members. Shop, Dine & Enjoy all of us at Sanibel Square! Guest speaker will be Patty Sprankle, Sanibel artist. Sprankle has been creating magnificent pieces of hand-painted porce­ lain for the past 10 years. Her art began as a redirection in focus from raising her DE/IGH now grown son; today it is a passion Physical Therapy, Massage Therapy & Pilates for the craft she discovered by chance. Phone # 239-395-5858 CEDTER Inspired by the beauty of nature, shells, BIG ARTS birds, bugs and butterflies, Sprankle uses Showroom Hours r*n /*r r /to porcelain to create clear and vibrant por­ Open Mon. - Fri. 10am - 4pm trayals of nature. Phone:239-395-1201 Sign up at the front desk or contact & Classrooms the center at 472-5743. Phone # 239-472-9700 Leisure Lunchers -Tuesday, December 2. Visit Sanibel Moorings botanical gardens, which has been } FLY SHOP designed with nature in mind. Take a Molnar Electric stroll along the pathways to observe % Your Naturat Choice For Electrical Vtork on Santoel 6 Captiva tropical plants, trees, butterflies, birds and wildlife. Bring your camera. Meet at Hours: 9am-5pm Monday-Saturday Showroom Hours 8:30am-4:30pm Monday-Friday the Center 4 Life at 10 a.m. to carpool. 11am-4pm Sunday Phone # 239-472-6868 Phone # 239-472-9473 Lunch will follow at the Blue Coyote. Limited to 20 people. Sign up at the cen­ ter to reserve your spot. Holiday Potluck - Wednesday, December 3. Festivities begin with the potluck dinner at 5:30 p.m. Please pro­ e!B«an vide a finger food item to share for din­ 9am-5pm 7 days a week ner. Drinks and desserts will be provided Showroom Hours: 8am-5pm Phone #: 239-472-H0ME by the Center 4 Life. There is no charge Monday-Friday for members and a $5 fee for non-mem­ Phone # 239-472-1101 bers. Sign up at the front desk. Games Bridge - Monday and Wednesday Sanibel at 1 p.m. Cost is $2.50 for members “We’re more than a coffee shop— and $5 for non-members. Prizes will be Treasures & We’re a family experience!” awarded. Consignment Mahjongg - Thursday at 1 p.m. Cost Open Daily 7 am (Summer hours vary) is $2.50 for members and $5 for non­ Hours; 9-6 Monday - Saturday members. Prizes are awarded. 239-395-1919 Showroom Hours: 8am-5pm 12-5 Sunday Monday-Friday Tuesday Kayaking - December 2, 9 Phone: 239-910-7333 Phone # 239-472-1101 and 16 (weather permitting) at 8:30 a.m. There is space for 16 people on eight Conveniently located on Periwinkle Way across from Sanibel Community Park two-person kayaks and unlimited space for those who own their own kayaks. Island Seniors, Inc. will provide kayaks, Sanibel Square is a division of West Gulf Co LLC paddles and life jackets. Bring water, a small snack, sun lotion, bug spray, sun­ glasses, towel, hat and change of cloth­ ing. Cost is $5 for members and $10 for non-members. Advance registration is required. T H A N K S T O ALL THE COMMUNITY MEMBERS AND FRIENDS WHO HELPED TO MAKE THE CHILDREN'S EDUCATION CENTER OF THE ISLANDS

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Santa Claus and one of his elves at last year’s festivities crafts, games, S ’mores and, of course, jolly old St. Nick. This holiday stroll is sure to become a new holiday tradition for families in the area.” All proceeds will benefit Community Cooperative, an innovative nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization made up of social service entrepreneurs fighting to end homelessness and hunger in our community. The agency provides morfi than 14,000 meals each month Holiday Stroll 2013 through its Community Cafes and Marketplace and Meals on Wheels programs. Com­ munity Cooperative offers homeless and comprehensive case management services F or the second year, South Seas Island Resort will open its gates to the public this through its Social & Education Resource Centers and oversees emergency mobile holiday season, and it’s all for a worthy cause. food pantries as well as Healthy School Pantries and Food Literacy in Preschool (FLIP) through its Growing Healthy Kids programs. During three weekends, the resort will host the South Seas Holiday Stroll Last year’s event raised $50,000 for the Golisano Children’s Hospital of Southwest where attendees can access the resort grounds and marina that will be aglow with Horida. lights, entertainment, arts and crafts, and visit with Santa. Captiva Holiday Village launches its 2014 spectacular the Friday after Thanksgiving Beginning at 6 p.m. on Friday and Saturday from December 12 to December with fireworks, tree lightings, holiday readings and musical performances. 27, South Seas will admit adults for $10 each and children under the age of 12 free Each special-themed weekend will be a fun-filled extravaganza of sight and sound, of charge with a nonperishable food donation. It will also include a ride on the Jolly set against the backdrop of the Gulf of Mexico and evening sunsets. During the event, Trolley which will run from 6 to 9 p.m. to transport visitors from South Seas' South weekends, visitors will see decorated golf cart and lighted boat parades, Junkanoo Village to North Pointe, where they will exit at Harbourside Bar & Grill and walk along dancers, live music and even a Marching Mullet Parade. the marina, where all the events, activities and entertainment will take place. “Captiva is a remarkable island village and known as a magnet for creative “This is such a fabulous opportunity for all ages to enjoy the perfect island holi­ people,” said Paul McCarthy of Captiva Cruises. “It’s famous for its beautiful beaches, day setting while raising much-needed funds to help our local hungry families,” said wildlife-filled waters, family-friendly atmosphere and a quirky, relaxed way of life. This Bob Walter, regional managing director of South Seas Island Resort and The Inns of island is a perfect place to unwind from holiday stress.” Sanibel. "There's something for everyone to enjoy, from live entertainment to arts and

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A seen© from last year’s event CASI Gets Annual Update From City Manager ore than 100 people greeted City Manager Judie Zimomra, her staff and Vice Mayor Doug Congress Mand Councilman Jim Jennings at CASI’s (Condominium Associations of Sanibel, Inc.) Kick-Off Breakfast on Wednesday, November 19 at The Sanctuary Club­ house. This was the city manager’s 14th an­ nual presentation to CASI. She highlight­ ed achievements of the past year. This year the city effected flood insur­ Vice Mayor Doug Congress, CASI board members Carmine Rende, Sundial East president; Dru Doyle, Ocean’s Reach board; Linda Naton, Somerset president; Dick Weiss, Mariner Pointe board; Mary Nelson, Beachcomber; Lee Schaff, president Tennisplace; Sharon Murphy, presi­ ance building ratings, and proposed rates dent Loggerhead Cay. at the federal level, both of which help lower premiums for island properties. in the design phase. It is hoped that the Once again this year, staff was able to de­ system will allow a one-permit process liver a budget to council that lowered the for many applicants. The city sends useful city’s portion of each property owner’s alerts to citizens through an e-mail sys­ tax bill. This week the city was awarded tem. These notifications are available by the Silver status for bicycle friendly com­ signing up on the “News You Can Use’” munities. Recently Sanibel was recog­ section of the mysanibel.com website. nized as one of the most bike-friendly Planning Director Jim Jordan is cel­ communities in the nation and among the ebrating 30 years of service with the city. four most bike-friendly cities in Florida. He recommends that each association file Part of the expansion and improvements an authorization form with the city to des­ to the path have been funded by over ignate who may file for permits on behalf $669,000 of grants in just the last six of the association. Normally this designee months. is a person or a management entity. To Technology at city hall has changed protect the association, the city cannot process permits without first receiving this in the last year. Live streaming of council Deanna and Michael Donahue, president of Kings Crown, with Councilman Jim Jennings meetings, planning commission and authorization. Jordan also recommended board and advisory committees are now each property open a “buildback” file basketball courts, lap and separate kids petition policymakers and create partner­ available through a new agenda manage­ to facilitate recovery in the event of a splash pool, a skate park and playground, ships with other affected communities. ment software. In addition, meetings and natural disaster. There is no fee for this there are 40 fitness classes a week; all are Water quality is determined by many postings on the website can be book- service and there are no requirements free with membership. The center works factors and while there there were few marked and archived. Improved access to for what must be in the file, although he with condominiums that are remodel­ problems this year, the situations that the attachments and background materi­ recommends at least a survey, elevation ing their own amenities by developing degrade water quality still exist and are als make it easier for citizen use. Also certificates, and floor plans. It is also rec­ a package to accommodate temporarily the focus of the city’s efforts. new is an on-line employment process ommended that associations file a digital displaced owners and guests of those All beachfront trimming requires a that eases the process for applicants and version of these records off-site. properties. permit. Permits are good for three years. also screens qualifications. The next tech­ Tasha Maddix of the recreation center Natural Resources Director James Trimming is limited to 25 percent of nological project is to put the permitting staff described the facilities available. In Evans is on special assignment for water the leaf surface so properties may need process online. That project is currently addition to a weight room, tennis and quality issues, working with the council to to trim yearly to preserve water views.

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Intermediate iPad/iPhone From Pointe Santo: front Facilities Manager Dec 11 9:30 am Cody Peterson, incoming General Manager Steve Brunner; back: Dave Waks, board $35 Members/$40 Guests member and Board President Lee Olson Miniature Painting on Shells Before issuing a permit, staff visits the property to meet with the owners and Sanibel Siesta Manager Julie Smith, Rob Lisenbee and Willy Ocasio of Bank of the Islands, Dec. 2 3:30 pm review site specific issues and challenges. and Plannin9 Direc,or Jim Jordan $40 Members/$45 Guests This was a great year for sea turtles on Sanibel. There were about 100 nests on Sissi Paint Party the east end, the highest count in recent Dec. 12 7 pm years. There was also a record number of turtles that became disoriented due to $40 members, $45 guests lighting. While most beachfront landscape and building lighting are compliant with Optimize Your Health the Marine Turtle Protection Lighting Or­ Dec. 10 dinance, the interior lights in some units 4 pm are occasionally a problem. The lighting rules are in effect year around. Changes Yoga being contemplated to the Dark Skies Monday and Thursday ordinance will not affect these rules. 8:30 am Emergency Management Director William Dalton reported that accord­ Drawing Sessions ing to a realtors survey, Sanibel was the fourth safest city in the state. Part of that Tuesday, Jan. 6 6:30 pm success is due to working closely with From Sundial East: Board Member Mary Baum, President Carmine Rende, Manager Jack 6 week Session, residents and resort managers. Some Samler $150 Members/$180 Guests vacationeers, especially those in ground floor units, too often unwisely leave their sliders and doors unlocked, a well known and attractive target for mischief. Resort managers work closely with the city to The Community House alert their guests to potential problems. SANIBEl COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION Zimomra reported that surveillance cameras have become an increasingly im­ Telephone: (239) 472-2155 portant security tool. Initially, Lee County [email protected] had a camera at the entrance to the www.sanibelcommunityhouse.net causeway. Then the city installed a cam­ era to monitor the license plates of cars 2173 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, FL 33957 coming on the island. That installation led to detecting several stolen cars that "To enrich community spirit through educational, were then tracked down and sent off the cultural and social gatherings in our island. The beaches and their parking lots historic Community House." are where most of the crime on the island ! ■ The SCA is a 501c 3 Organization. occurs so cameras have been installed at some of these locations. A few cameras Colony Resort Manager Betsy Dekker and President Andrew Jacob with Monica DeBarr of Follow UsOnFacebook continued on page 42 Sanibel Arms Captiva. 472-1646. 9 and 11 a.m. Bible classes. Childcare avail­ From 3 Churches/ Temples FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST, SCIENTIST: able at all services. ANNUNCIATION GREEK 2950 West Gulf Dr., Sunday 10:30 a.m.; SANIBEL CONGREGATIONAL Elderhostel ORTHODOX CHURCH: Sunday School 10:30 a.m., Wednesday UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST: 8210 Cypress Lake Drive, Fort Myers evening meeting 7:30 p.m.; Reading room 2050 Periwinkle W ay 472-0497 island and in Fort Myers. They come to Reverend Dr. Elias Bouboutsis. Orthros open, Monday, Wednesday and Friday 10 The Reverend Dr. John H. Danner, Sr. the Historical Village for a two-hour tour, Service Sunday 9 a.m. Divine Liturgy Sun­ a.m. to 12 p.m. (November through March), Pastor. The Reverend Deborah Kunkel, As­ usually on a Monday or Tuesday morn­ day 10 a.m. Fellowship Programs, Greek Friday 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. (summer hours). sociate Pastor. 7:45 a.m. Chapel, 9 and 11 ing, when the village is closed to the School, Sunday School, Bible Study 472-8684. a.m. Full Service with Sunday school and general public. The people on the tours www.orthodox-faith.com, 481-2099 NEW SANIBEL BAPTIST CHURCH nursery care provided. Elevator access. come from all across the United States, BATYAM-TEMPLE OF THE ISLANDS: Join us for worship Sunday mornings ST. ISABEL CATHOLIC CHURCH: making for a diverse and interesting The Reform Congregation of Bat Yam 9 a.m. Bible Study and 10 a.m. Worship 3559 San-Cap Rd., 472-2763 group. Service at The Community House, Pastor Reverend Christopher Senk, Satur­ Temple of the Islands meets for Friday "W e hope this outstanding relation­ night services at 8 p.m. in the Fellowship 2173 Periwinkle Way. 239-671-5502. day Vigil M ass 5 p.m., Sunday M ass 8:30 Hall of the United Congregational Church SANIBEL COMMUNITY CHURCH and 10:30 a.m., Daily Mass Wed. Thurs. Fri. ship continues in the future,” said mu­ 2050 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. Rabbi Myra 1740 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, 472-2684 8:30 a.m. Communion Service Mon. and seum manager Emilie Alfino. “Our past Soifer. For information call 239-395-2544. Dr. Daryl Donovan, Senior Pastor Tues. 8:30 a.m. Holy Days call. president Alex Werner continues to be CAPTIVA CHAPEL BY THE SEA: Sunday Worship Hours: ST. MICHAEL & ALL ANGELS EPISCO­ the main tour guide, and because it has The Reverend George E. Morris 8 a.m. Traditional in historic Chapel. 9 a.m. PAL CHURCH: grown so much, he now has help from Services every Sunday 11 a.m. through Contemporary and 11 a.m. Traditional in main 2304 Periwinkle Way. Reverend Dr. Ellen other museum volunteers.” April 26, 2015.11580 Chapin Lane on Sanctuary. 10:15 a.m. Courtyard Fellowship. Sloan, Rector. Saturday Eucharist 5 p.m., “So far this season, Monday or Tues­ Sunday Eucharist 8 and 10:30 a.m., Sun­ day tours are already booked through day School 10:30 a.m., Tuesday Morning Prayer 9 a.m., April,” Werner said. “Sometimes we have Wednesday Healing Eucharist 9 a.m., tours in November or December as well.” So many options - just change the clasp! W ednesday Evening Service - 6 p.m. This season, Road Scholar bike tour (Followed by Potluck Supper on the 1 st groups (apart from the main tours) are Wednesday) For more information call 472- scheduled in March and April. Their bike 2173 or visit www.saintmichaels-sanibel.org tours take place on and off the islands, UNITARIAN UNIVERSALISTS and the group usually stays at a resort on OF THE ISLANDS: Sanibel or Captiva. Meets on the first Sunday of each month The Sanibel Historical Museum and from December through April at the Sanibel Congregational Church, 2050 Periwinkle Village is open Wednesdays through Way at 5 p.m. A pot luck is held at a mem­ Saturdays from 10a.m. to4p.m . Full ber’s home on the third Sunday of each guided tours take place at 10:30 a.m. month. For more information call 433-4901 and 1:30 p.m. at no additional charge, or email [email protected].^ depending on docent availability. The Sanibel Historical Village is located at 950 Dunlop Road (next to BIG ARTS) and there is handicap access to all build­ ings. Admission is $10 for adults (18 and Read us online at over). 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Luminary Lights On Sanibel Friday, December 5 - 5:30 to 9 p.m. A W a l k -T h r o u g h -B et h le h e m Step back in time to the night of Christ's birth. The Historic Chapel is transformed to the City of Bethlehem, filled with Bible Characters. (Bethlehem is also open to the public on Mastersingers Wednesday, December 3rd, from 7 to 8 p.m.)

S tart the Christmas season off right with the Mastersingers performing Handel’s C o urtyard Lu m in a r y C elebra tio n Messiah & More on Sunday, December 7 beginning at 5 p.m. at Sanibel Com­ Great parking, free food and drink, petting zoo, munity Church. games for children and live music all night long! The 60-member chorus will be accompanied by orchestra. There will also be a time for traditional Christmas carols. Come early for a carol sing beginning at 4:30 p.m. Come walk through a beautiful extravaganza of The concert is free, with a love offering being received to assist the local non-profit luminai}' lights celebrating Christ lesus the KING! Friends Who Care. LOGOS children will be singing at 7 p.m. Sanibel Community Church is located at 1740 Periwinkle Way (next to Jerry’s Mar­ ket). For more information call 472-2684 or visit www.sanibelchurch.com.O N o o n t o 9 p .m . - H o lly & Iv y G u il d C h r is t m a s B a z a a r FISH December Workshops The Bazaar and Bake Sale opens at noon, with lunch available. A fabulous silent auction takes place, F .I.S.H . of Sanibel-Captiva, Inc. announced a number of upcoming workshops for with bids closing at 8 p.m. the month of December, open to all: Chris Coile Performance - Tuesday, December 2, 6 to 7:30 p.m: at George T h e M astersingers & Wendy’s Seafood Grille Mom and Toddlers Group - Monday, December 15, 10 to 11 a.m. at the FISH S unday, December 7, 5 p.m. Walk-In Center. A fun, educational group for parents. It will be an unforgettable evening with the Friendly Faces Lunch - Tuesday, December 10, 11:30 a.m. at George & Wendy’s Seafood Grille. Visit with FISH staff, volunteers and board. Cost is $8 per person, all Mastersingers and orchestra as they perform inclusive. RSVP to Sally Ennis at 395-8821. Exact cash requested. Traditional Christmas... and More. Mobile Mammogram - Monday, December 15, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Bailey’s The concert begins at 5 p.m. and is free and General Store parking lot Chris Coile Performance - Tuesday, December 16. 6 to 7:30 p.m. at George & open to the public! Come at 4:30 for a Carol Sing Wendy's Seafood Grille A special offering will be taken Jingle Walk - Saturday, December 20, 7:30 to 9 a.m. at Bowman's Beach FISH Walk-In Center closings: Wednesday, December 24, close at noon; Thursday for Friends Who Care on Sanibel. December 25 and Friday, December 26, closed. For more information, call 472-4775.# C o m m u n it y I ntergenerational C h r is t m a s M u s ic a l D r a m a , J u s t B e l ie v e Email your editorial copy to: Sunday, December 14, 5 p.m. [email protected] Drama, cute costumes, great songs and more will fill the evening as children and adults from the community celebrate J Christmas. The musical drama, lust Believe, is a great mix of traditional and contemporary Christmas music. The program is free. We will be collecting toys for the Nations Association (O p e n in g m E K S B p Christmas Party. Bring awrapped gift and specify boy or girl I D ec 5 1 and age - infant to I3years old. ■ — — // C a n d lelig h t C h r ist m a s E v e a t S C C Wednesday Evening, December 24 J Four Services Of Worship: 4 p.m. - Traditional Service With Communion [ 6 p.m. - Contemporaiy Under The Stars - Courtyard [ 8 p.m. - Traditional Service With Choir - Sanctuaiy II p.m. - Traditional Midnight Communion - Historic Chapel Shell Of The Week Walks depart daily from the Island Inn lobby at 9 a.m. Learn about the shells, Atlantic Morum the mollusks who create them, and other marine life that has washed ashore. The by Jose H. Leal, cost is $10, and parking at Island Inn is PhD, The Bailey- free for beach walk participants. Space is Matthews National limited so book online at www.shellmuse­ Shell Museum Science Director & um.org/events or call 395-2233 to make Curator a reservation. All participants receive a coupon for half-off Shell Museum admis­ le Atlantic sion. morum, Mo­ Marine Naturalist Adventure Cruise: rum oniscus The Bailey-Matthews National Shell (Linnaeus, 1767) Museum and Captiva Cruises present a was a very charac­ one-of-a-kind experience that will excite teristic, thick and nature lovers of all ages. Join our marine heavy (for its size) shell with a sculpture of naturalist for an unforgettable day with three spiral “rows” of squarish knobs. Its a small group aboard the 40-foot sailing color is whitish or light gray with brown catamaran Adventure. Trips set sail Tues­ patches. Some shells retain its softer day, Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 9 outer, or periostracum, which is dark- a.m. from South Seas Resort on Captiva gray, velvety. Morum snails were included Island. The four-hour cruise costs $100 in the helmet shell family Cassidae until The Atlantic morum, Morum oniscus (Linnaeus, 1767) for adults and $75 for children and in­ 1987, when malacologists Hughes and cludes the boat trip, lunch, and admission Emerson demonstrated that it belongs Shell Museum Events Learn and laugh as she shares the his­ to the Shell Museum. Call 472-5300 to within the harp shell family Harpidae. Open Thanksgiving Day, Noon to 4 tory of building her top-notch collection. book. (Water shoes required, no flip-flops. The Atlantic morum is not rare in the p.m. Monday at 2 p.m. Prepare to get wet.) Caribbean, Bahamas, Florida Keys and New Live Touch Tank: Learn from What is a Mollusk? Ever wonder where The Bailey-Matthews National Shell in deeper water in the Gulf of Mexico, a marine naturalist in this hands-on all of those shells on the beach came Museum is at 3075 Sanibel-Captiva where it thrives in coral habitats, but is experience. Hold a fighting conch, spy a from? They were created by animals Road. Phone 239-395-2233 or visit very rare in Southwest Florida. The shell lightning whelk slam its trap door shut for known as mollusks. Come learn about www.shellmuseum.org.# herein illustrated was found by Kimberly protection, and witness scallops zipping the fascinating life of our local mollusks Nealon on Captiva, on August 7, 2010 across the tank with jet propulsion skills. and have all your questions answered. (she found another Atlantic morum this Daily at 11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Join our Marine Naturalist for this discus­ weekend in Sarasota). Carolyn’s Collection: Would you pay sion, Tuesday at 2 p.m. Learn more about the Atlantic morum $300 for a shell? Come meet Carolyn, Island Inn Morning Beach Walks: Join at http: //shellmuseum. org/shells/shellde- a delightfully entertaining shell collector one of our Marine Naturalists for a beach tails.cfm?id=306. with gorgeous gem-quality shells to show. walk near Island Inn oh Sanibel Island.

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On last New Year’s Day, this Lakes Park site appeared dry By mid-October, the site abounded in vegetation that sus­ Climbing hemp vine is one of many butterfly attractors that and dormant tained pollinators and other wildlife flourished in this wild site photos by Gerri Reaves by Gerri Reaves perennial ornamental grass resembles the popular muhly grass (Muhlenbergia capil- laris). n an unseasonably cold New Year’s Day 2014, this low-lying area in Lakes O Prevalent amidst the vegetation is Spanish needle (Bidens alba), a wildflower of Park appeared somewhat barren, with the grasses and wild flowers of the the aster family with a yellow center and white petals. It is a welcome sight to sev­ previous wet season mown, the ground dried out and the cypress trees bare. eral butterfly species, including ruddy daggerwings, Julias, the great southern white But about 10 months later, what a contrast. The seasonal wetland is transformed and the dainty sulphur, for which it is the host plant. to a green paradise for birds, bees, butterflies and small animals. A profusion of Climbing hemp vine’s (Mikania scandens) dense flat-topped flower clusters of grasses and wildflowers offer not only seeds and nectar, but safe cover for wildlife. flowers attract a wide variety of insects, including the little metalmark butterfly, for The seemingly chaotic tangled mass of vegetation might be paradise to some which it sometimes serves as larval host. people, too - a visual respite from the over-manicured suburban landscape. When you visit the area’s parks and drive along the highways, notice the trans­ By summer’s end, the bald cypresses (Taxodium distichum) that stood bare at formations of “temporary wetlands.” the start of the year have thick feathery growth, and pea vines scamper up their Even a swale or ditch can be a beautiful sight when plants and wildlife make trunks. Should these iconic conifers be left to thrive, they might one day grow more merry while they can. than 100 feet tall. Plant Smart explores the diverse flora of South Florida With the arrival of fall, broomsedge’s (Andropogort glomeratus) fluffy plumes glimmer in the sunlight. Common along Florida’s roadsides and in swales, this

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The variety of dining options on Sanibe! and Captiva just keeps getting better. For their size, the islands offer an extensive culinary array - all making the most of the area’s fresh and abundant seafood and local produce. You'll find everything from burgers to barbecue, bistro style, Italian, Mexican, American, classic deli fare, organic, vegan, gluten-free, cafe food and Caribbean. In this column, each week you will be able to stay updated on our local dining establishments and what they’re offering and get the scoop on the island dining scene, whether it's fine or casual, take-out or frozen desserts.

AMONG THE FLOWERS CAFE Among the Flowers Fresh Cafe and Gifts in Tahi­ tian Gardens, Sanibel, feature funky art gifts alongside the coolest fresh organic juice bar & fruit smoothies by Chelsee, hand-crafted espresso with fresh roast coffee drinks, Organic hand-dipped chocolates, local ice creams, famous “Egg-in-nest” & “Avos-hum” sandwiches with super-greens ‘Tahini Salad” or classic Caprese with eggplant. Many vegetarian/vegan/al­ lergen and gluten-free options. You’ll also find a nice selection of Wines to add to your party. Party catering packages available for the Sanibel-Captiva island area and most of Fort Myers. There's quaint outdoor seating on the shaded deck. Call ahead or text-to-go orders for pick-up. Menu at www.loveamongtheflowers.com

BAILEY’S GENERAL STORE Caroline Denis at the Sanibel Sprout Bailey’s General Store has a full deli, bakery, daily lunch specials, take out and catering for cook-outs, BENNETT’S FRESH ROAST DOC FORD'S RUM BAR & GRILLE or Buffalo touchdown. picnics and parties. This is the oldest supermaiket on Hours are 11 a.m. to midnight seven days a week. Bennett’s Fresh Roast at 1020 Periwinkle Way Doc Ford's Rum Bar & Grille is named for the Doc the islands, established long before a causeway linked prides itself on its fresh-from-scratch doughnuts made Ford character in local author Randy Wayne White’s GRAMMA DOT’S Sanibel to the mainland. best-selling mystery novels. daily and being the only Southwest Florida doughnut Gramma Dot’s, the only dockside dining on The bakery has freshly made donuts, scones In addition to its Sanibel restaurant, Doc Ford's shop offering fresh roasted coffee from the finest Sanibel, offers a lunch and dinner menu seven days and breads. The deli offers a variety of hot foods has a Captiva location in Chadwick’s Square. beans. They also offer fresh desserts including praline a week from “Sanibel’s only Seaside Saloon” where for breakfast, lunch and dinner, as well as catering It’s a well known gathering place and tropical bread pudding and lemon bars, packaged whole bean you can leisurely dine at the Sanibel Marina in view of services for special events. Services include shopping or ground coffees, breakfast muffins, oatmeal, break­ theme sports bar with indoor and outdoor patio seat­ for your groceries and delivering them to your home luxury yachts and modest fishing boats and watch the fast sandwiches, strata (a layered baked breakfast ing. The combined menu offers all the lunch and din­ or vacation destination. If you are on a gluten-free diet, comings and goings of seagoing folk and fishermen. dish) and a large variety of Harney & Sons Fine Teas. ner items from 11 a.m. until closing. It includes cedar pick up the extensive list of gluten-free products near The menu features a full line of “only fresh” seafood, Lunch offerings including paninis, soups, sandwiches, plank salmon topped with a mango chipotle glaze or the entrance to the supermarket. salads, sandwiches and more. Appropriate dress is signature salads and Bennett’s Chicken & Donut, a marinated grilled chicken sandwich. The fish tacos The Coffee Bar at Bailey’s serves espresso based required. Donut Dog and a Lobster Roll are available Monday are an island favorite and there's a well provisioned If you’re arriving by boat, check in with dockmaster drinks, hot chocolate, smoothies and specialty coffees. raw bar. Tropical drinks are a specialty, notably the through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for a lunch slip, monitor VH F 16. You can tie up for signature rum drink, Island Mojito. BLUE GIRAFFE a night or two at the available dockage if you wish. CHIP’S SANIBEL STEAKHOUSE THE DUNES RESTAURANT Gramma Dot’s is open daily at 11:30 a.m. For dinner, Blue Giraffe serves breakfast, lunch and dinner arrive before 8 p.m. from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. This restaurant offers casual Chip’s Sanibel Steakhouse has many great The Dunes serves lunch daily from 11 a.m. to 3 island dining seven days a week from a menu featur­ options for locals and tourists alike. It is open seven p.m. Summer chef specials include mahi-mahi and GREEN FLASH nights a week with daily happy hour from 5 to 6 p.m., jerk chicken sandwiches, salads, burgers and shrimp ing fresh local seafood, chowders, salads and steaks. The Green Flash has marvelous waterfront featuring two-for-one drinks and $4.95 appetizers. po’ boy. Open to the public. Besides dessert choices, you can get hand-dipped views of Captiva's bayside and Pine Island Sound. For early diners, there's a three-course prix fixe menu On Friday nights, the restaurant is open for dinner Ed/s Grand Ice Cream. The Green Rash was built on the site of the historic for $35 including a cocktail. In addition to an updated buffet during the San-Cap 9-hole Golf Scramble. The Dine outside on the boardwalk or inside at hand- Timmy’s Nook, opened in 1950. Fittingly, seafood painted tables decorated by a local artist, or sit at the wine list, seasonal house-infused liquors such as regular lunch menu is offered until 7 p.m. to coincide strawberry-jalapeno tequila, blood orange vodka and dominates the menu, although other options are full liquor bar for a mixed drink, glass of wine or cold with Family Fun Time from 4 to 7 p.m. cucumber gin are available. offered as well. The Green Flash is easily navigable beer. Indoor and outdoor seating. The menu features steaks and seafood, including by boat and is located southwest of Marker 38 on the CIP’S PLACE a six-ounce filet mignon topped with jumbo lump GEORGE & WENDY'S Intracoastal Waterway. crabmeat finished with Hollandaise and served with Hours are daily from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. for Cip’s Place is named for the late Jimmy Cipriani, a SEAFOOD GRILLE of asparagus and choice of potato; Parmesan-crusted lunch and 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. for dinner. longtime islander and owner of the properly on which George & Wendy’s Seafood Grille features live seabass served with mushroom risotto and finished GREAT WHITE GRILL the restaurant sits. Jimmy always made time for a with a creamy dill sauce. Save room for dessert music Fridays and Saturdays and Karaoke on Thurs­ good conversation, good company and great food. In though, because whether you are a chocolate lover days. Specials include barbecued ribs on Monday The Great White Grill is a sports bar featuring 29 Jimmy’s memory, Cip's styles itself as a local watering or Key lime pie fan, Chip's has something for every for $18, prime rib on Tuesdays for $18, crab legs beers on tap and a good wine list. If s home of Tine hole. A mural that takes up an entire wall shows lots of sweet tooth. on Wednesdays for $18, steak lovers special on Thurs­ Steel Curtain Pizza. There’s free pizza delivery too. islanders through the ages - including Cip - and if you days for $18 and Friday night fish fry for $15. The Great White carries the TV Baseball package don’t recognize them ail, ask to see the “key." CROW'S NEST There is a live jazz brunch buffet on Sunday from and the NFL package for sports enthusiasts and has Food choices range from “comfort” to culinary with 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. arcade games for kids of all ages. some Caribbean and island favorites as well. And do AT ‘TWEEN WATERS INN Happy hour is from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. The full bar The regular menu includes hand-cast fresh dough try the home-made potato chips, the fried buttermilk The Crow’s Nest at Tween Waters Inn is a more has an extensive wine list, 20 beers on tap, local, pizza, wings, fries, chicken fingers, salads, gyros, chicken with sage gravy and the snapper tacos. casual place than its sister the Old Captiva House. It’s domestic and craft beer, mojitos, martinis and tropical sandwiches and burgers. Check out the Pittsburgh Choose between the outdoor garden patio or front home to the famed Captiva Crab Races on Mondays favorites. Salad, which consists of grilled chicken, French fries, porch. Indoor seating and full bar are also available. and Thursdays and is a popular venue for live enter­ Football food and drink specials are available in Cheddar cheese, cucumbers, tomatoes and onions on Hours are 11:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. daily with happy tainment on Fridays and Saturdays. the bar area only during all NFL and Saturday college a bed of lettuce. hour from 4 to 6 p.m. There is a nightly happy hour. games. There are free Jello shots with each Chicago continued on page 22 From page 21 ILTESORO JACARANDA lush garden with caged tropical birds that are favorites II Tesoro serves authentic Italian food “with the The Jacaranda Restaurant & Patio Lounge is a with visitors and residents. Daily specials are offered in Island Fare taste and feel of a Tuscan holiday?’ according to owner Sanibel mainstay, with a reputation for fine seafood the spacious restaurant and you can order a sandwich GREENHOUSE GRILL Chef AJ Black. He infuses flavors from the old world and steaks. Dinner is served year-round Monday or hot food from the deli or help yourself at the well- to the new world of cooking using only fresh seasonal through Sunday. You can eat inside or outside on the stocked salad bar to take out. At Greenhouse Grill, happy hour includes $2 off ingredients to bring his dishes to life. Daily specials pretty patio with its fairy lights and tropical vegetation. The restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and house wine, $1 off draft beer and half price special focus on pairing authentic meals with a bold array of During The Jac’s Summer Break, Monday through dinner from 6 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. of the day appetizer from 4 to 6 p.m. daily. For dining, fine Italian wines. Thursday, choose an appetizer, entree and dessert LAZY FLAMINGO there are vegan and gluten free options available. II Tesoro (The Treasure) serves dinner seven from the featured menu for just $30. Wine specials Fresh, local, seasonal ingredients are used to flavor nights a week from 5 to 10 p.m. are also offered, along with the featured drink, The The Lazy Flamingo is a famed island hang-out with steaks, seafood, pasta, salads, burgers and more. Jacaranda Sangria. two Sanibel locations: one at 1036 Periwinkle Way, the The signature bouillabaisse is a seafood lover’s delight ISLAND COW The Jac Bar has live music six nights and is the other - the original - at 6520 Pine Avenue, near Blind with fresh shrimp, mussels, clams, scallops, grouper The Island Cow is a family favorite with its colorful unofficial HQ for Sanibel’s social scene. The patio Pass. “If our seafood were any fresher, we would be and calamari. Homemade lemonade and green tea indoor and outdoor seating and live entertainment. lounge menu includes a selection of “happy apps" for serving it under water!” is the Flamingo's motto. And with pomegranate are a favorite among guests. Grand “Come as our guests... leave as our friends!” is the $5.95 and half price drinks during happy hour, 5 to 7 that includes, shrimp, grouper, oysters, conch fritters finales include Chocolate Fondant, Tiramisu, Creme motto. The Cow serves breakfast, lunch and dinner p.m. There is also a raw bar. and chowder as well as chicken. Brule, Cannoli and other delectables. featuring fresh local seafood and meats and has an The Flamingo Bread and the Caesar Salad are Pet-friendly patio seating available. extensive children’s menu. Starbucks coffee is also on JERRY’S RESTAURANT AND DELI signature items. Pull up a stool to the rustic bar or take The Greenhouse Grill is open daily from 10:30 the menu. Jerry’s Restaurant and Deli in Jerry's Market is a high or low table. The interior feels like the inside of a.m. to 9 p.m. Reservations are appreciated and carry Breakfast is served between 7 and 11 a.m. Hours the next best thing to dining in a tropical garden. This an old pirate ship with its portholes and hewn wood out orders are welcome. are 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. family-style restaurant has large windows to view the surfaces. The atmosphere is definitely casual and beer is available by the bottle, on draft or by the pitcher. MATZALUNA ITALIAN KITCHEN ’T w e e n W a t e r s I n n shouldn't every day be this good? In the mood for pizza? Matzaluna Italian Kitchen ISLAND RESORT » SPA has a wood-fired oven to bake authentic pizzas, 15951 CAPTIVA DRIVE -239.472.5161 -TWEEN-WATERS.COM including gluten-free ones. That’s in addition to a big selection including over 20 combinations of pasta din­ ners from $11.95 (including soup or salad and fresh W h e t h e r y o u l o o k baked bread), affordable veal, tender chicken, choice steaks and seafood (Italian style) in a casual market­ WEST OR LOOK DOWN, like setting. Gluten-free pizza is also available. Matzaluna has craft beers on tap. On Wine OUR VIEWS A RE Wednesdays, every bottle priced $25 and over will be discounted by $8 all evening. Hours are 4:30 to 9:30 EQUALLY SPECTACULAR. p.m. daily and happy hour is from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. MUCKY DUCK The Mucky Duck may well be the most famous restaurant on Captiva due to its longevity and quirky name. Then there’s the fabulous sunsets. Patrons gladly wait on the beach for tables. This place draws crowds - sipping cocktails and beverages until they can take their seats. Reservations are not accepted. The Duck is open for lunch and dinner, serving fresh seafood, pub-style food, sandwiches, steaks and other items. OLD CAPTIVA HOUSE Just up the road awaits a true, must-do destination: the Old Captiva House AT ‘TWEEN WATERS INN where America’s most romantic sunset meets Captiva’s top-rated dining Old Captiva House at Tween Waters Inn, Captiva, in a charming, historic, Gulf-front location complete with live piano. offers romantic sunset dining in an historic setting CAPTIVA HOUSE Come, feast your eyes and your appetite. with live piano music. Executive Chef Jason Miller prepares New Florida island favorites, tropical sea­ Reservations 239.472.SI6l X42I foods, classic meats and daily fresh-baked breads and pastries, served with an extensive selection of wines, liquors and coffees. First built as a one-room school for children of Captiva's pioneer settlers, the Old Captiva House still reflects much of its original charm - from white French doors to hardwood floors to the Gulf of Mexico sunset that streams through the western windows. Its collection of famed cartoonist JN “Ding” Darling’s 1930s whimsical vacation illustrations has led to its designation as a landmark in Southwest Florida. OVER EASY CAFE Over Easy Cafe is a pet-friendly place with indoor and outdoor dining for breakfast and lunch. The covered patio is a popular spot. Choose from 22 different Eggs Benedict, scramblers and omelettes, 11 pancakes and French toast choices, 15 egg special­ ties and wraps, eight salads and 26 sandwiches and burgers, plus baked goods. Beer and wine is available. Breakfast is served all day. Hours are 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. POCOLOCO Need a pick-me-up? Looking for some downtime? Either way, your best bet is PocoLoco on the tropical courtyard at Jerry's Center, indoors or out you will Park your flip flops at the one and only Crow’s Nest at ‘Tween Waters Inn - v , L - savor gourmet coffee, tea, signature sandwiches, where you’ll find great food, great fun and great times served up nightly. 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With its indoor and outdoor seating the summer and will resume daily dining service in The Timbers Restaurant & Rsh Market and the and free wi-fi, it’s a popular venue for laptop-toting YOGURT & GIFTS the fall. adjoining Sanibel Grill are mainstays of the island din­ coffee lovers to relax and check their inboxes, have Register to win an Escape Weekend at Sundial ing scene, boasting 35 years of fresh fish on Sanibel Five Captiva eateries under the same ownership breakfast or lunch or recharge the batteries in the Beach Resort & Spa. Entry forms are located at each Island. The restaurant offers 13 dinners for $15 - RC Otter's, Cantina Captiva, Sunshine Seafood, afternoon. resort restaurant. daily before 5:30 p.m. plus a large selection of local Keylime Bistro and Captiva Pizza, Yogurt & Gifts - Besides a big selection of coffee from around the seafood such as grilled shrimp, fried grouper, oysters, globe and a variety of coffee drinks, The Bean has offer a fun and casual dining experience with a tropical SANIBEL DELI & COFFEE FACTORY clams and crab cakes. flair reminiscent of Key West. tea and other beverages and a variety of hearty sand­ Besides specializing in fresh local seafood, the RC Otter's and Keylime Bistro have live music wiches, pastries and muffins, plus other light fare. Sanibel Deli & Coffee Factory offers a gluten free restaurant has a seafood market that opens at 11 a.m. outdoors most of the day. Cantina Captiva serves menu in addition to regular choices, along with pizza (except Sunday, when it’s 2 p.m.) Mexican food. Sunshine Seafood Cafe Wine Bar SANIBEL FISH HOUSE and wings, Boar’s Head meats, frozen yogurt and specializes in fine dining with a very respectable wine Find out why Sanibel Fish House is such a great ice cream. There is indoor seating as well as outdoor TRADITIONS ON THE BEACH list. You have your choice of dining inside or outdoors. addition to the list of Sanibel restaurants. We offer tables shaded with umbrellas, and free wi-fi. Traditions on the Beach is one of the few Sanibel a wide range of fresh seafood as well as our great restaurants with beachfront dining. Located in the ROSIE’S CAFE & GRILL alternative choices at reasonable prices. SANIBEL GRILL historic Island Inn, the recently updated restaurant Come and see us in our delightful tropical island Rosie's repertoire includes crab cakes, grouper The Sanibel Grill has 19 big screen TVs with satel­ sits on 10 acres with gulf views, perfect for watching setting. Open 11 to 10 daily with excellent lunch and and shrimp entrees and steaks with all the trimmings, lite TV tuned to every televised sporting event. The the sunset over the water while you dine. The menu dinner specials. Don’t miss the best happy hour on Southwestern dishes such as burritos and fajitas, soup Grill shares a kitchen with The Timbers, serving the features Italian and Mediterranean cuisine prepared the island 11 to 6 daily and all day on Saturdays and and sandwich combos, and salads. Among the most same fresh seafood, along with burgers, sandwiches, by Chef Aziz and his team. Traditions' dishes are made Sundays in The Lounge! The Lounge opens 11 to 10 popular items is Rosie's Famous Cheese Steak made pizzas and salads. Crunchy Grouper and Crunchy with fresh ingredients, from seafood and meats, to Sunday through Thursday and until 1 a.m. on Fridays from shaved rib eye, grilled mushrooms, onions and Shrimp are signature dishes. produce from local vendors. On the menu you will find and Saturdays. Watch your favorite team with us and green peppers, Ultimate Cuban and Classic Reuben, the classics and specialties including Moroccan lamb, enjoy our Game Time specials! home-made muffins and cinnamon rolls and Key lime SANIBEL SPROUT roast duck, lobster and veal. Pasta, grilled items and pie, root beer floats and banana splits. A children's SUNDIAL BEACH RESORT & SPA The Sanibel Sprout is the island's only vegan cafe a raw bar are also available. In addition to the regular menu and carry-out are also available and outdoor and organic juice bar. There is comfortable seating for menu, specials are offered daily. There's an attractive seating is available. At Sundial Beach Resort & Spa, all restaurants friends to socialize and taste Chef Nikki's extended bar and lounge area that also serves food and an Breakfast is served from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. and and bars are open to the public. menu of plant-based gourmet cuisine. The soups - extensive wine and cocktail list. Dining begins at 5 p.m. happy hour is from 3 to 6 p.m. seven days a week Sea Breeze Cafe offers breakfast, lunch and lentil, Vietnamese Pho, etc. - are popular year-round, and continues until late. Reservations are suggested. with two-for-one draft beer and wine and a menu that dinner seven days a week, serving a combination of as are vegan lasagna, Mexican taco salad, kale salad starts at $4.50 for items such as nachos with cheese classic tavern fare and innovative entrees, salads and with avocado chipotle dressing and numerous des­ ZEBRA FROZEN YOGURT and salsa and $5.50 wings and chicken tenders. The sandwiches. Sit in the dining room overlooking the Gulf serts. The extended menu is posted on the Sprout's This bold and bright cafe/store offers a variety of ice cream bar has 20+ flavors of locally made Royal of Mexico or on the outdoor terrace for an al fresco Facebook page. frozen yogurt flavors - try the caramel sea salt pretzel Scoop ice cream. experience. Breakfast is served from 7 to 11 a.m. and The organic juice bar is popular with locals and - with more than 50 toppings such as strawberries, an all-day menu is available from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. visitors of all ages. Kids love the Strawberry Kiss or the SANDBAR blueberries, chopped candy and sprinkles. Other offer­ Pool & Beach Bar is open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Chocolate Bliss Smoothie, whereas adults favor the ings include milk shakes, smoothies and frappes. Currently serving HAPPY HOUR in the LOUNGE daily. Food, tropical drinks, imported and domestic Coffee Sproutaccino or the green Emerald Mermaid Zebra has indoor and outdoor seating. ONLY 4-5:30PM everyday, and DINNER 5-9 PM. beers, and an array of popular wines are available. Smoothie. Those are just a few of the juice bar favor­ The store recently added frozen yogurt to go, by Since opening in 2013, The Sandbar has become Happy hour is daily from 3 to 5 p.m. at Pool & ites from an extensive menu. the pint and quart. known for its incredibly fresh seafood and choice cuts Beach Bar and from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Sea Breeze The Sprout is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner of beef and pork. We take great pride in having the Cafe with appetizers from $3 to $8 and beverages at the new location, 2463 Periwinkle Way, in Bailey's best service staff on the islands!. from $3 to $5. Stop by for Margarita Monday, with Center. Hours are 8.30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through $5 margaritas from 4 to 10 p.m. plus live island-style Saturday.

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Roy Schneider and Kim Mayfield play Americana music with guitar and mandolin at George & Wendy’s Seafood Grille Friday and Wednesday The Crow’s Nest at 'Tween Waters Inn will Gene Federico plays on Saturday; Gary Earle plays feature the band Three Crooked Steps on Friday and Sunday; Mark Dupuy plays on Monday; Perry English Saturday. Crab Races are on Monday and Wednesday. plays on Tuesday; and Gene Federico plays on George & Wendy’s Seafood Grille has live music Wednesday. tonight, Friday, with the Roy Schneider and Kim Sea Breeze Cafe at Sundial Beach Resort & Mayfield, playing Americana with guitar and mandolin. Spa features Margarita Monday from 5:30 to 8:30 On Saturday, its Jeff Lyons on acoustic guitar, plus p.m. every Monday with $5 margaritas, taco bar for half-price drinks for the ladies from 9 p.m. to midnight. $12.95 and island style entertainment with Danny On Sunday, there is a live jazz brunch buffet from 10 Morgan. Happy hour is daily from 5 to 7 p.m. with drink a.m.to 1 p.m. plus Hospitality Night with happy hour specials. pricing from 8 p.m. to close. Open mic night is Tuesday This week’s lineup at Traditions on the Beach at from 8 to 11 p.m. Roy Schneider and Kim Mayfield the Island Inn includes: Thursday, Friday and Saturday, play on Wednesday. Karaoke is Thursdays from 9 p.m. music and dancing with Joe McCormick and Marvilla SANIBEL'S BEST SEAFOOD SERVED DAILY to midnight. Marzan. The Jacaranda has live entertainment on Friday The Island Cow on Periwinkle Way has live WINNER AT 2014 TASTE OF THE ISLANDS and Saturday with Cruzan Vibes, playing reggae and entertainment on Friday with Gene Federico; Saturday, BEST SEAFOOD & TASTE OF THE TASTE dance, beginning at 8:30 p.m. Weekdays, music is Jay Helt; and Sunday, Dan Confrey. from 8 to 11 p.m. On Monday, its Renata, playing RC Otter’s on Andy Rosse Lane, Captiva, has live jazz, contemporary and dance music. Thursday is Eric music daily with dining inside and out. 2761 West Gulf Drive 472-0305 Malibu, playing contemporary, reggae and dance. Restaurant owners/managers, please email or The Mucky Duck on Andy Rosse Lane, Captiva fax any changes to your entertainment schedule to Lounge 4 - CLOSE Dining Room 5 - 9 PM features music by Gary Earle on Thursday and Friday; [email protected] or 395-2299.Q Destination

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Largest Toy Selection on the Islands! From page 1 Over the past year, the musician and vocalist performed at two NFL stadiums (Cleveland Browns and Pittsburgh Steelers) at halftime and embarked on an interna­ Wolanin Christmas Concert At BIG ARTS tional radio tour to promote her single, Forever, which was released in the spring. She Wolanin, along with her four-piece Shenanigans Band, will be performing all her has also been busy recording new songs for her next album, due out in 2015. holiday hits - along with several of her own original songs - during a special 90-min­ “I have eight tracks recorded already,” said Wolanin, who described the project as ute concert at BIG ARTS’ Shein Hall on Saturday, December 13. The show will begin “a story album” with nine tracks planned for the full-length release. “All of the songs at 7:30 p.m. Proceeds will benefit the Rockin’ Christmas Fund, The Sanibel School are very cohesive... I knew what direction I wanted to go in. It's a pop album, defi­ PTA and BIG ARTS. nitely, but it’s a little more mainstream.” “The show is gonna be a family-friendly holiday spectacular,” said Wolanin, who The success of Forever, which scored Wolanin her fifth Billboard charting hit (#23), will be joined onstage by members of the Sanibel Community Chorus for a medley of is something the islander hopes will be replicated with her next release. holiday tunes. “I hope there will be a lot of singing and dancing and laughing... it’s “I’m really excited about it,” she explained. “I wrote all of the songs, mostly on the something that all ages are gonna enjoy.” piano ... I think I might do some songwriting collaborations in the future, but it will Started in 2000 by her father, Vincent Wolanin, the Rockin’ Christmas Fund was have to be with somebody I feel really comfortable with.” created to provide college scholarships for students in need. Early next year, Wolanin will spend six months living in London, England, both “Since it was founded, the fund has raised more than $100,000 in scholarship studying and working on her music, improvisational comedy and a television project. money for college students,” said Vincent Wolanin, who noted that locally, the fund In the meantime, she added that she is eager not only to perform in her home­ has aided students attending Florida Gulf Coast University and Ave Maria University. town, but at a venue that is very near and dear to her heart. “The money we’ve raised helps high academic achievers who have been impacted by “I performed in my first musicals there,” she recalled with a smile. “I was in Into some sort of tragedy in their lives.” The Woods in sixth grade, and then The Music Man and Fiddler On The Roof. I Both father and daughter hope the Rockin’ Christmas Fund gains more national had a few dance recitals at BIG ARTS, too. I spent more time there than your average attention; Whitney performs four to five shows per year on behalf of the fund. The kid.” first show in her 2014 holiday tour will take place in Troy, New York on December 6, Tickets for Rockin’ Christmas 2014 are on sale now and are priced at $24 to $36. followed by her appearance at BIG ARTS on Sanibel. They can be purchased at the BIG ARTS box office, by calling 395-0900 or online at www. BIG ARTS. org. To make a donation, checks may be sent to Rockin’ Christmas Fund, Inc., P.O. Lions To Raffle Decorated Tree Box 1515, Sanibel, FL 33957.# etween now and Whitney Wolanin’s Rockin’ Christmas 2014 concert at BIG ARTS, the Sanibel-Captiva Lions Club will be selling raffle tickets for a fully Bdecorated holiday tree. According to Debi Almeida, 2nd vice president of the San-Cap Lions, members of the club will decorate the tree “trimmed with a musical theme... with a bit of an island twist.” Share your community news with us. Once it has been trimmed, the decorated tree will be on display at BIG ARTS just outside the box office. Call 395-1213, Fax: 395-2299 Raffle tickets are being sold for $5 each and will be available at the San-Cap or email [email protected] Lions holiday tree tent, located in the Bailey’s Shopping Center (between The Grog Shop and Island Cinema) beginning this Saturday, November 29. With the Lions’ decorated tree joining her on stage at Shein Hall, Wolanin will draw the winning raffle ticket during her December 13 performance.#

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To book your vacation call 239.472.4151 Celebrate A Tropical Thanksgiving Weekend With Captiva Cruises C aptiva Cruises is offering a full schedule of family cruise options throughout Thank You For Voting Us Thanksgiving weekend, November 27 to 29. Whatever your interest may be, Captiva Cruises has a tropical cruise that you and your family will enjoy includ­ ing a cruise to Cabbage Key for Thanksgiving dinner, sunset serenade and wildlife #1 cruises, a fireworks cruise and Cayo Costa shelling cruises. Captiva Cruises Thanksgiving Weekend Schedule includes: at the 2014 Cabbage Key Thanksgiving - Thursday, November 27, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The historic Inn at Cabbage Key sits on top of a shell mound and offers a panoramic view of Pine T A S T E of Island Sound. The special Thanksgiving menu includes turkey with all the trimmings or the Islands guests can enjoy ordering off the menu (additional cost for dinner). Cruise price is $40 for adults and $25 for children (12 and under). Reservations are required by calling 472- 5300. Dolphin & Wildlife Adventure Cruise - Thursday, November 27. 4 to 5:30 p.m. Create a new family tradition with a Dolphin & Wildlife Adventure Cruise complete with complimentary pumpkin pie and cider. There is nothing more exciting than watching beautiful dolphins jumping in the wake, making a memorable Thanksgiving day for you and your family. Cruise price is $27.50 for adults and $18 for children (12 and under). Reservations are required by calling 472-5300. Cruise to Useppa Island - Friday, November 28, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cruising through Pine Island Sound passengers will arrive at the “storybook" island of Useppa. Enjoy lunch at the historic Collier Inn and tour the History Museum. Cruise price is $40 for adults and $25 for children (12 and under). Reservations are required by calling 472-5300. Fireworks Cruise - Friday, November 28, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Enjoy the Captiva Holiday Village Fireworks Show from the water aboard the Lady Chadwick, complete with a climate-controlled lower deck, open upper deck, full service cash bar and comfortable seating. Cruise price is $45 for adults and $35 for children (12 and under). Reservations are required by calling 472-5300. If you haven’t tried The Sandbar Cayo Costa Shelling Cruise - Saturday, November 29, 9 a.m. to noon or 1 to 4 p.m. Visit the secluded Florida state park beach that is only accessible by boat. Families will you haven’t Tasted the Best of the Islands' enjoy shelling, swimming, bird watching and exploring this undeveloped island together. Cruise price is $40 for adults and $25 for children (12 and under). Reservations are required by calling 472-5300. Sunset Serenade - Saturday, November 29, 5 to 6 p.m. The Sunset Serenade Cruise is the perfect way to end your holiday on Captiva. Passengers will enjoy a cocktail from our full service cash bar while watching a magical sunset on the Gulf of Mexico as live music fills the air. Cruise price is $30 for adults and $20 for children (12 and under). Reservations are required by calling 472-5300. Open daily, Captiva Cruises is located at McCarthy's Marina, 11401 Andy Rosse Lane, and South Seas Island Resort on beautiful Captiva Island. Captiva Cruises offers sunset, wildlife, shelling and island cruises to Cayo Costa, Useppa, Cabbage Key and Boca Grande as well as private charters. For more information, call 472-5300 or visit www.captivacruises.com.&

and a 20-inch red grouper to go along with “another 12 or so” during a recent half day trip fishing with Captain Jimmy Burnsed out of Tween Waters Marina on Captiva. Open for lunch everyday beginning December 15th - Sat & Sun Now. “Jimmy and I spent the first hour of Dinners every night with Chef selected specialties. the trip catching snook to 26 inches by tossing live shiners against a mangrove Full Bar with Island Cocktails! shoreline," said Tucker. “We then moved on, hoping for something larger.” After anchoring over some underwater structure, the anglers dropped some pil­ We Take Reservations chards to the bottom on circle hooks and hooked-up within seconds. “We caught several more gags at this spot before the bite slowed,” Tucker added. “We then moved to another spot and enjoyed fast action catching red grou­ per and a 22-inch gag.” € At the end of the trip, Capt. Burnsed filleted Tucker’s limit of the grouper, which he had prepared (blackened and fried) at The Lazy Flamingo paired with black beans, rice and a chef’s salad. O

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From page 28 Women Voters New Interns turtle research. She graduated from the Holiday Party University of Georgia in May 2013 with he League of Women Voters of a fisheries and wildlife sciences degree Sanibel will hold its annual holiday (emphasis on wildlife) and a minor in Tcocktail party Sunday, December ecology. She will be completing the 14, from 5- to 7 p.m. at the Gulfside coastal module for master naturalist pro­ Place Party House, 1605 Middle Gulf gram in December. Drive, hosted by Martha Siders. Diehl says that Sanibel is a major The cost is $25 per person and a change from the islands where she previ­ reservation can be made by emailing ously lived. “I had to take a boat to get Ellen O’Neill at [email protected] by there, and very few people actually lived December 11. Payment can be made at on island,” she said. “It is nice to have a the door. All are welcome!# Over 100 menu items to choose from community of people that shares com­ mon interests. There is so much you can Monday - Sunday • 6:30AM Until Late Night do here as well. I especially love how bike-friendly this island is. The refuge is Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Late Night Bar an amazing place. The amount of wildlife you can see on any given day is crazy." Live Music Nightly • Saturdays Lunch & Dinner Live Music The two new interns will be assist­ Happy Hour Daily from 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM and 10:00 PM - Closing ing education specialist ranger Becky (ALLy^im tL) Wolff Larkins with kids programs and the Junior Duck Stamp competition in the spring.# Where Will You Vacation Next? Courteously serving Sanibel A Captiva for the last 17 years Owned A O perated by Islander Leigh Klein

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Kids and elves engaged in crafting fun at the Festival of Trees in 2013 The Children's Workshop is open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., with outdoor activities ending at 2 p.m. There will also be a Brunch with Santa that will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. “We are so happy to be having our Santa back at the Family Fun Day,” added Comerota. “He is truly an authentic Santa.” Pictures with Santa are $5, with package options available. The Children's Workshop is $6 per child, Brunch with Santa is $12, or participate Santa poses with two participants at last year’s Festival of Trees in both for $15. Admission to just view the trees is $2 for visitors ages 12 and up. he Festival of Trees is returning to the Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center for its The Festival of Trees showcases over 20 lavishly decorated trees, designed by busi­ eighth year. The festival opens December 3 and runs until December 7. with the nesses and individuals in the community. Tux & Trees Gala being held on December 6. A highlight of the festival is the Last year, the Festival of Trees and Tux & Trees Gala raised $93,000 to support T The Southwest Florida Goodwill Foundation. The foundation supports Goodwill's mis­ Family Fun Day and Children's Workshop, which will take place on Sunday, Decem­ ber 7. sion of helping people in the Southwest Florida community by providing life-changing During the workshop, children can create holiday arts and crafts, play games, watch opportunities to employment and independence. holiday movies and write letters to Santa. Outdoor activities include performances by Goodwill’s Festival of Trees is proudly presented by FineMark National Bank & local schools, games, a bounce house, trade show, food vendors, holiday activities and Trust. For festival dates, times, and ticket information, visit www.tuxandtrees.com. For more. information about Goodwill’s programs and services, visit www.goodwillswfl.org.& “The Children's Workshop has become a big part of the festival," said Charissa Comerota, who oversees the workshop. “It is so wonderful to see families return year after year. It's become a holiday tradition.” Read us online at lslandSunNews.com

Call For Artists To Enter Designs For FGCU Eagle Mascot Statues lorida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) invites artists to submit design proposals for a creative competition revolving around the university’s mascot, Azul the Eagle. F Student Government and the FGCU Foundation have joined together to support Azul’s Flight Tour as an opportunity to illustrate the vibrant school spirit that thrives at FGCU. They will provide fiberglass statutes of Azul for six winning designers to complete, and the finished works will be displayed in prominent campus locations during 2015. Winners each will receive $1,000 and will have their names displayed on plaques permanently affixed to the base of the statues. Submission forms are available for download at http://studentservices.fgcu.edu/ Natalie Natalie announcements.html. The deadline for entering is noon on January 19, 2015. Entries will be reviewed by a committee, and winners will be announced January PAWS 28. Statues must be picked up January 29 or 30 and must be completed and returned ere is beautiful Natalie, missing since Saturday, near Junonia. 1.5 years old, to FGCU by noon February 25. female, very friendly. If you’ve seen Natalie, call PAWS volunteer Elaine at 472- Questions regarding the process or submission of a proposal can be emailed to J. 9 1 9 8 .0 Michael Rollo, Vice President for Student Affairs, at [email protected]. # SHOPPING WITH BENEFITS THE .GREAT WHITE GRILL “Ding” Darling Holiday Happy Hour Shopping Free VOTeD BeST Dec. 2, 2015 pizza Delivery LUNCH ON THe ISL8ND After hours 4:30-6 p.m. Beers 2012 & 2013 Nature Refuge Store 29 The NHL & on rap! NFL Ticker Free wine & cheese, gift-wrapping, artist meet-and-greets & more. H0*e of THe sieeL cunaiN pizza 2440 PaLAA riDGe FD. SQNIBeL All purchases benefit education and wildlife at “Ding” Darling Refuge. (239)472-0212 • (239)472-0323 From page 1 From page 1 You don’t have to audition.” The Twelve Days spoof was inspired Holly & Ivy BIG ARTS by a desire to write something the chorus could perform for the Holidays that re­ Community Chorus flected both his and the chorus members’ looked back!. love for Sanibel. Bugler feels he usually Bugler says he learned that first night writes his poems for people or things he that the only people who are unhappy loves. He calls Twelve Days of Christmas when you write a spoof are the ones you “a perfect vehicle for a Christmas love leave out. song to Sanibel.” “People don’t care what you say, so The BIG ARTS Holiday Concert will long as they are in the poem” he say, begin at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, December adding, that all of his poems start with 9. The chorus will will also sing favorite that “cadence in my head.” He says it’s holiday songs, as well as some from like writing the melody to a song first, England, France, Russia, and Germany then writing the lyrics to fit the melody. plus a selection of Hanukkah songs. Dick He and his wife Sharon purchased a Brown's island’ version of I’m Dreaming vacation home in Gulf Shores in 2003 of a White Christmas. Tickets are $10 when he retired from his position as CEO at the BIG ARTS Marks Box Office at of Hallmark U.K (his first, but not his 900 Dunlop Road, Sanibel. last retirement). For six years they would Some excerpts from Sanibel Twelve Hand-painted ornament spend almost two months in the States, Days O f Christmas: then travel back “home” to the U.K. “ Twas the First day of Christmas where he had forsaken his retirement On Sanibel by the sea. year’s bazaar. They welcome any donated I saw a gator in the Sanctuary! handcrafted items for inclusion in the plans to lead a company of 800 greeting card stores. Finally, in 2009, the couple ‘Twas the Second day of Christmas sale. All proceeds will go for local, state On Sanibel by the sea. and international mission work. threw off their chains and landed on Sani­ bel for good. They became U.S. citizens I saw two turtle tracks Among the items available for pur­ And a gator in the Sanctuary! chase will be decorated and lighted three years ago, and have been perma­ Christmas trees and wreaths, hand- Miniature Christmas tree nent residents of Sanibel for six years. Bugler has written many funny and Twas the eighth day of Christmas.... painted tree ornaments, donated jewelry, auction items and many additional pieces touching poems for and about the BIG ... .1 saw Eight tourists tanning, homemade fudge, baked goods, buck­ too numerous to list. Plus, lunch will be ARTS Chorus. “The chorus is like a fam­ Seven shelters shelling, eyes, and premium bagged pecans, silent served from noon to 3 p.m.# ily,” he explains. “I love the time I spend Six Billy's bikers, with them.” Five manatees. Asked how he happened to join the Four wading birds, Turtle Tracks chorus five years ago, he said, “1 didn’t Three fishing men, SCCF Programs Two turtle tracks. earn about the life cycles and habits even know I could sing! My piano teach­ And a gator in the Sanctuary!”# Invasive Non-Native of sea turtles that nest on island er, Ruth Keel, said, why not sing with Lbeaches and what SCCF is doing Steve Cramer’s chorus at BIG ARTS? Cane Toad to protect them. Following the program, earn about Sanibel’s new invasive see what lives in the touch tank, visit the non-native, the giant cane toad, and butterfly house, or take a walk on the The next dance of the season will be Lhow to catch them on Wednesday, trails to the Sanibel River. 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wo years ago, the Robert Rauschenberg Foundation transformed the artist’s Ann Brady, Rise Wilson and Sarah Owen former home and studio on Captiva Island into a dynamic artists residency. host 85 artists, entrepreneurs, community organizers and social innovators from across Since the Rauschenberg Residency program was launched, the foundation has T the United States who have received support through the foundation's SEED grant pro­ offered seven month-long residencies each year. Program alumni include dancers, gram. The inaugural SEED Summit, which is intended to become an annual event on writers, curators, filmmakers, fine artists and photographers. Typically, 10 artists are Captiva, brought these arts professionals together for a week-long meeting to build skills, hosted at one time. Earlier this month, the foundation tried something new. It used its Captiva campus to continued on page 20B Minor League Players Benefit From State-Of-The-Art Academy

Glass-enclosed two-story entrance to the Minnesota Twins new Player Development Academy Large game room featuring tabletop games, television, plug-in facilities and lounge areas If you’ve ever toured the Smithsonian in Washington, DC, you soon realize that you by Ed Frank can’t comprehend everything you see on your first visit. We had the same feeling on our hen you think of Minor League Baseball, you envision long bus rides, meager initial stroll through the academy - a state-of-the-art facility that includes a living history meals and paltry sleeping accommodations, to name just a few. of the Twins, complete with photos, memorabilia and documents. W As you approach the academy on the minor league side of the complex, you see a Those images soon vanish when you visit the Minnesota Twins’ new Player sign on a nearby building that fittingly reads, The Road Begins Here, describing the long Development Academy, a beautiful, multimillion-dollar facility located on the newly- continued on pagel4B renamed CenturyLink Sports Complex in Fort Myers. Christmas Carol Sing To Help Community Feed The Hungry

Tray Clark of Cape Coral with Santa and Mrs. Claus prolonged recession,” he said. Community Cooperative provided food Olivia, Robert, Will and Tracey Galloway at last year’s Christmas Carol Sing and other services to 10,250 people last year with the help of partner agencies, including the Harry Chapin Food Bank esidents, both young and old, can celebrate the holidays by singing together and United Way. to help feed the hungry at the 24th annual Christmas Carol Sing, presented "There are even more families who Rby First Presbyterian Church of Fort Myers and sponsored by the Galloway need our help. Do what God would want Family of Dealerships. you to do and give what you can,” Rev. The Christmas Carol Sing will be held on Tuesday, December 9 at First deJong said. Presbyterian Church, 2438 Second Street in downtown Fort Myers, between Lee Community Cooperative was started Street and Royal Palm Avenue. Admission is at least two cans of non-perishable food by First Presbyterian Church in 1984 to for The Soup Kitchen (Everyday Cafe and Marketplace), operated by Community help alleviate hunger and suffering in Lee Cooperative, and a voluntary cash donation, if you can. County. The church has continued to sup­ f Because of the overwhelming popularity of the event, three sing-alongs are port its ministry there by providing volun­ planned at 1 p.m., 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. The doors will open 30 minutes prior to show teers in The Soup Kitchen and delivering time. hot meals to home-bound seniors. First Presbyterian’s pastor, Rev. Paul deJong, is urging the community to help Hymn Sing organizer Sam Galloway, with canned goods and cash donations to help those in need. Jr., has made feeding the hungry part of "We need to help The Soup Kitchen by donating as much canned goods and cash his life s work. Beth Filiowich sings O Holy Night donations as we can to help families who are still struggling to survive through this

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Dr. John Worth, professor at the University of West Florida, was the guest lecturer on Kristie Anders, SCCF director of education Supporters and donors of the Captiva Island Historical Society were treated to a special the Captiva Island Historical Society’s spe­ cruise on November 22, exploring the history of Cuban fisheries in Pine Island Sound as cial cruise well as the impact President Theodore Roosevelt had on the area by Jeff Lysiak n Saturday, 38 supporters and donors of the Captiva Island Historical Society were treated to a special three-hour cruise to explore the history O of Cuban fisheries in Pine Island Sound as well as learn more about the impact President Theodore Roosevelt had on the region. Dr. John Worth, an anthropologist and associate professor at the University of West Florida, was invited to be the guest lecturer on the historical society’s cruise, which also included Kristie Anders, director of education for the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation. Cruising out of McCarthy's Marina aboard the Santiua, the society contingent One of the Pine Island Sound fish houses was being actively used as the Santiva cruised past was introduced to the history of the Roosevelt Channel - which had previously been referred to as The Horn - by Anders. The Roosevelt moniker had only been attached to the area after the former President of the United States paid frequent vis­ its to Southwest Florida, including several stops on Captiva. According to Anders, Roosevelt considered himself both an adventurer and a sci­ entist, and while visiting the region, engaged in shark fishing on behalf of the Ocean Leather Company, which made several products from the skins of sharks and manta rays. “Roosevelt was as inquisitive a scientist as he was a sportsman,” Anders told her audience. 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Fishing in Pine Island Sound took a giant leap forward in the 1890s with the addi­ tion of a railroad stop being extended to Punta Gorda, which was followed by the construction of an ice plant in the area, which could deliver 300-pound blocks of ice to local fishermen. Back in that era, Anders said that legend was that “The redfish were so plentiful, you could walk across them.” Some anglers constructed fish houses in the heart of Pine Island Sound. Run boats would bring supplies including ice, food, clothing and other wares out to the stilted structures while picking up the fresh catches of the day. The fish houses were active through the 1950s, as the population of cities along the Southwest Florida coast grew. C apt In the 1980s, the State of Florida claimed the rights to the land below the fish houses and moved to evict their owners. However, a movement to declare those Jim Pigott, chairman of the Captiva Island Historical Society structures be added to the list of historic places in the state allowed the fishing fami­ marily mullet - to ship back to their homeland, local indians ate almost anything they lies to remain. After a few fires over the years destroyed two buildings, some eight could sustain themselves on, including pinfish. fish houses still stand above the waters near Bokeelia. Over the course of time, government control of the area, coupled with increasing “It’s kinda fun to see families still enjoying them today,” added Anders. resentment towards the Cuban-Indian settlements, caused the “native” fishermen to Speaking on the history of Cuban fisheries in Pine Island Sound, Dr. Worth slowly disappear. By the mid-19th century, a migration of settlers coming into the focused mainly on the activity in the area between 1783 and 1821, after the United region from the north all but expunged the longtime native fishing populations from States took formal control over Florida from Spain. Cuban fisheries thrived in the Southwest Horida. region during that period, recognizing the waters of Southwest Florida as abundant in Answering several questions following his lecture, Dr. Worth all but dismissed the both fish species and populations. legitimacy of local pirate folklore from the history of Captiva, which he noted was “A majority of the fish eaten in Havana during this era came out of the waters named by Cuban descendents who relocated to the island, not by a pirate named of Southwest Florida,” said Dr. Worth, who for eight years worked at the Randell Jose Gaspar who kept women captive there until ransoms were paid. Research Center on Pine Island. “Those stories are great... but I’ve found no historical documents to support Cuban anglers traded their catches - along with rum, sugar, tools and textiles - them,” he added. with local natives, which at the time consisted of members of the Creek Indian tribe. The Captiva Island Historical Society’s November 22 cruise was sponsored by the The Cubans and local indians worked, traded and lived in the region in harmony for Sanibel Captiva Trust Company, with additional support from Captiva Cruises and generations, their cultures influencing and blending with each other. The Sanctuary Golf Club.# Dr. Worth noted that while the Cubans fished these waters for larger species - pri- SEED Summit 2014

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I’m afraid I health benefits of dancing, usually as do because I just loved the song, The physical exercise. More recently we’ve Rock and Roll Waltz by Kay Starr. Just seen research on further health benefits bear with me here, and I will tie this to of dancing, such as stress reduction and Rotary. increased serotonin level, with its sense The lyrics go like this, “There in the of well-being.” Then most recently we've night what a wonderful scene... Mom heard of another benefit: Frequent danc­ was dancing with Dad to my record ing apparently makes us smarter. A major machine... And while they danced, only study added to the growing evidence one thing was wrong... They were trying that stimulating one’s mind can ward off to waltz to a rock and roll song.” Susan Scott performs a dance move with Bill Rahe at the Rotary Club meeting Alzheimer’s disease and other dementia, Well, if you had peeked in the win­ ago. 1 don’t know, if she knew what she popular vote. much as physical exercise can keep the dows of The Dunes Clubhouse early last was getting herself into then but most of But after that experience Scott was body fit. Dancing also increases cognitive Friday, you would have seen a room full the contestants took this dance contest hooked on dancing and was convinced acuity at all ages. of Rotarians on their feet, swinging and seriously. They took lessons, diligently by her professional dancing partner from So, now you know. Rotary Rocks. swaying, and dancing per instructions practiced, held events to promote the to continue dancing and get prepared for We are not only pretty smart people but given to them by Susan Scott of the fundraiser, and sweet-talked their friends an upcoming dance contest in Las Vegas. we can dance circles around those island Enchanted Ballroom. Yes, many viewers to vote with their pocketbooks when it She and her partner continued to enter Kiwanians. may have been scarred for life but every­ came to picking the winner of the fancy dance competitions around the world and The Sanibel-Captiva Rotary Club one was having fun. mirror-ball trophy. Scott did not win, have many of their dance trophies dis­ meets at 7 a.m. every Friday at The Susan Scott, as some of you know, even with her three perfect 10 scores played in her dance studio on the island, Dunes Golf and Tennis Club, 949 Sand participated in one of the first Dancing from the judges. The winner was Billy The Enchanted Ballroom. Its success has Castle Road. If you have any questions with the Sanibel Stars fundraisers for Kirkland, dancing on his Segway, beat­ encouraged Scott to open another studio regarding Rotary, e-mail President Scot The Community Flouse some five years ing out all the other contestant with the in Bonita Springs. Congress at [email protected].# Mobile Mammogram Coming To Sanibel omen of all ages will have local access to mammography services on ISLAND Monday, December 15 from 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. when FISH of Sanibel- WCaptiva, in partnership with the Zonta Club of Sanibel/Captiva, sponsors the Radiology Regional Center Mobile Mammogram for the island community. The Mobile Mammogram will be stationed at the Bailey’s General Store parking lot. PHARMACY Mammograms are x-rays of the breast, continuing to be the gold standard and the key to life-saving early detection of breast cancer. Early detection allows for a greater number of options for treatment and a better chance of survival. 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The the whistle on this attack. 24-Hour Pharmacist and is a registered Fortunately, organically grown fruits and low dose version of the same drug has Now, number two on my list is how pharmacist. To contact her, visit www. vegetables are now widely available. undeniable applications for autoimmune LDN reduces inflammation in your ner­ SuzyCohen.com Yet all the shopping in the best food conditions, chronic infections and pain vous system. This is a huge advantage if markets cannot substitute for growing syndromes. Consider it an affordable you suffer with thyroid disease, depres­ your own. If you live in an area where adjunct especially because Remicade, sion, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue, Lyme Got A Problem? you can have a small garden, take Imuran, prednisone and other immune or neuropathic pain. Several papers writ­ your daughter and show her how to drugs come with hefty side-effects and ten on this topic have shown that LDN Dr. Connie Is In plant some seeds. Even potted lettuce, outrageous price tags. blocks microglia in your central nervous tomatoes and herbs will grow well in LDN has two functions in your body: system. These microglia are just immune by Constance any sunny location and can be moved It helps you tolerate yourself; and it cells in your brain and spinal cord that, C lancy around easily. Show her the beautiful, reduces inflammation in your nervous when hyperactive, produce pain-causing Q: I have a four- whole food, fresh and vibrant from the system. chemicals, fatigue, unstable mood, insom­ year-old daughter air, sun and soil. Once she eats her own Let’s start with number one, tolerat­ nia and cognitive dysfunction. To your who is very selec­ vegetables from the garden, she will want ing yourself. 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Minimum number of refunds for cancellations can be made students required. within 24 hours of class. Class cancella­ tion is at the discretion of the art instruc­ Luminary Night tor or Community House staff. Minimum number of students required. Energy Medicine Workshops Shell Crafters at work emmelman Shell Crafting Energy Center Sis offering free f you like making new friends and cre­ workshops spon­ ating something beautiful while you’re sored by The Com­ Iat it, join the Shell Crafters every munity House on Sissi Janku painting that will be demonstrat­ Monday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Create the second Wednes­ ing on December 12 flowers, jewelry, animals and other pieces Community House decked out for Luminary day of each month from shells and sea life. No experience from 4 to 6 p.m. is necessary, and instruction and assis­ he Community House is a stop The workshop tance are available. The weekly meetings during this year’s Luminary Festival, topic for Wednes­ run year-round with the exception of which will be held on Friday, De­ day, December the month of March. All materials are T cember 5 on Sanibel. Various crafters will10 is Cancer Karen Semmelman included, along with dessert and coffee. be selling homemade items, woven and “dis-ease”? Body, The group has crafters of every skill wire jewelry, soaps, handcrafted linens, mind or spirit in overdrive? Unleash the level, from professional artisans to ama­ glass creations, ceramic trivets, island innate ease with energy medicine. Learn teurs. There is no cost for membership art, homemade cards and flower prints, hands-on tools that take five minutes or meetings, and all shell creations made beads, pottery, turquoise jewelry and shell daily to shift the "Bla’s” to “Ah ha's” with will remain at The Community House craft items. Support your neighbors while Eden Energy Medicine. Work with subtle to be sold at the Sanibel Shell Festival in getting a jump on your holiday shopping. energies to restore your energy when March, with proceeds from sales going There will be popcorn, snacks and bever­ tired, sharpen your memory, boost your Students with their original paintings toward maintaining the historic Commu­ ages available by donation. immune system, and alleviate stress and nity House. Shell collections and dona­ pain. All materials will be provided. Bring your tions are welcome as the group relies Shifting the habit field energetically favorite wine and a snack for sharing with on donations for their shell supply. The Glassware Painting opens new cellular memory to the cell. fellow artists. Sanibel Shell Crafters have been meeting This class will focus on the Commander For class registration, contact The weekly since the late 1920. Stop by and of the Energies to rebalance all the Community House 472-2155. Visit see what the tradition is all about. systems to enable shifts to the habit the Janku’s website at www.sissijanku.com cancer cells have created. By calming for more information. Miniature Shell Painting the energies and boosting spleen energy (which metabolizes everything we take in Coffee And Conversation from emotion to food), a nice dance be­ gins. It works, it’s fun, it's insightful and it opens the body, spirit and mind's innate desire to heal itself. The workshops are free, but pre­ registration is required. Call The Com­ munity House at 472-2155 to register. For more information about workshops, email [email protected] or Handpainted shell ornaments www.semmelmanenergy.com. Upcoming workshops: reate a decorative ornament or • Wednesday, January 14 - Eyes Sad? miniature masterpiece for display Cataracts, night vision, bright light hurts, Cwith art instructor Jenny M. Licht macular degeneration? Activate your in­ on Tuesday, December 2 from 3:30 to ner healing with energy medicine shifts. 6:30 pm. Create scenes from island and • Wednesday, February 11 - Energy sea life on Florida shells, which come Community House members and friends Medicine for the Hear, tools for blood welcome new residents with loops for use as ornaments or wall pressure, arrhythmia and circulation. hangings. They also make great holiday Handpainted glassware • Wednesday, March 11 - Energy gifts. No experience is necessary, as ew residents are invited for coffee Medicine First Aid, tools for headaches, and conversation at The Com­ shells are prepared in advance with a rt instructor Jenny M. Licht will pain, colds and flues. munity House at 10 a.m. on the design to choose from, including palm teach glassware painting on Tues­ • Wednesday April 8 - Stressed? second Wednesday of each month. The trees, flamingos, seahorses, tropical fish, day, December 9 from 3:30 to Dropping a fork set you into meltdown lighthouses and mermaids. Students can A next coffee is scheduled for December 6:30 p.m. This is an opportunity to cre­ mode? Activate your internal “Joy Juice” 10 at 10 a.m. This informal get-together also create their own designs. The class ate unique designs on four pieces of glass with energy medicine? will give newcomers an overview of the requires a $40 pre-paid registration for stemware. No experience is necessary island’s non-profits, clubs and civic op­ members and $45 for guests. and students have a choice of painting portunities, plus other information that Included with that registration cost flamingos, palm trees, flip flops, tropi­ Art And Wine Parties will help them become part of the com­ are the four Florida style painted shells, cal fish, abstract shapes, flowers, animal et local artist Sissi Janku encourage munity. which will be ready in advance of holiday prints, seahorses, fall designs, Halloween your artist within by guiding and en­ The Community House is at 2173 gift giving. All materials are provided or your own design. Bring your own couraging you to complete a paint­ by the art instructor. Register by calling L Periwinkle Way. For more information, washed glassware. Glassware paint is ing. Workshop dates are December 12, uisit www.sanibelcommunityhouse.net 472-2155. Cancellation fees apply, full permanent and hand washing is recom­ January 26, February 23, March 25 and or call 472-2155.# refunds are available if cancelled within mended. The class requires a $45 pre­ April 24. Cost is $40 for members, and 48 hours of class, no refunds for cancel­ paid registration for members and $50 $45 for guests. No experience necessary. ISLAND SUN BUSINESS NEWSMAKERS

New members of the Sanibel & Captiva Islands Association of Realtors officially realtors. The full-day orientation The new realtor members are Chris Association Of program consisted of the morning at the Kirchner, Frank Ciccone, Ryan Block association office learning about the asso­ and Matthew Wilhide (REMAX of the Phaidra McDermott John Van Voorhis Realtors Adds 11 ciation, member benefits, committees and Islands), Melissa Rice (John Naumann & he Sanibel & Captiva Islands the multiple listing service. After lunch, Associates), Les Boyle, Sandy Boyle and Top Association of Realtors announced the new realtors visited SCCF and the Cathie Lewis (Pfeifer Realty Group), Rex that 11 new members have com­ City of Sanibel for further education on Dakos (VIP Realty, Inc.) and Alan Garcia Agents T our islands. (American Realty).# pleted an orientation class and are haidra Sanibel Island Golf Club McDermott ISLAND SUN BUSINESS was named The First Annual Island Classic PTop in Closed NEWSMAKERS Sales at John R. n Saturday November 22, the Sanibel Island Golf Club hosted The Dunes Wood Properties in Men’s league in the first ever Island Classic. Two players from The Dunes October. Top Agents O and two from SIGC played in each of the nine foursomes. This way, instead Top in Pending Dave Russ of The Dunes vs. SIGC as in years past, equal teams from each club participatedSales in was John Van the event. The format was a four-person best net ball with 80 percent handicaps to Voorhis. determine the final scores. The Top Listed Properties title went to The winning team was Dave Jones and Gordon Rains from The Dunes, and Mike Dave Russ.# Zembko and Jack Tukey from Sanibel Island Golf Club with a score of 54. Everyone on the team contributed to the winning score with a total of 5 net birdies and 1 net eagle on the front nine, and 5 net birdies and 2 net eagles on the back nine. In second place was the team of Jack Roberts and Mike Haatow from The Dunes Send your and Dave Lewis and Skipp Tutor from Sanibel Island Golf Club with a score of 56. Lewis and Tutor said that they relied mostly on their gold tee players from The Dunes, editorial copy to: but when you look at the score card every player in the foursome contributed to sev­ eral net birdies and one net eagle. No third place was awarded. [email protected] The second annual Island Classic will be scheduled at The Dunes Golf Club next spring. Everyone stayed for lunch at the Blue Coyote Restaurant after the event.# Voted BEST Home Interiors The Bell Team on Sanibel since 2007/

Lynda and Kit Dave and Judy Traverso Osterholt IP Realty Group Vannounced Custom Window Treatments the top agents and sales teams for the Furniture / Wall, Floor, & Bed Coverings month of October: The Bell Team Accessories / Lighting & Fans was recognized as the top listing team while Lynda and Kit Traverso were recognized Deb smith as the top sales agents. Also, Dave and Judy Osterholt were recognized as the top listing agents Cmttf MafeeycM Marcw feenwy Jmtho tmcn www.DecDen.net AM4MU0 W««irt»wni Pwtywf AsxkI ASfO while Deb Smith was recognized as A**;472-6551 f+rfvrt tt+f 9J the top producing agent.# advising you to take more time to study cases o f “shell shock.” • As the holidays and the inevitable fam­ My Stars ★★★★ its complexities before you attempt to deal • On Dec. 6, 1933, a federal judge ily gatherings approach, you might want to with it. Good luck. rules that “Ulysses” by James Joyce is not prepare yourself to engage in logomachy FOR WEEK OF DECEMBER 1, 2014 SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to obscene. The book had been banned in the -- a battle fought with words. A RIES (March 21 to April 19) There December 2 1) Soothing hurt feelings United States and England when it came • In the African nation o f Swaziland, it is could be an unexpected change in plans for before they can ignite an angry outburst is out in 1922. While in college, Joyce began illegal for a witch to fly a broomstick at an your upcoming holiday travels. But keep the wise thing to do. And, o f course, when a lifetime o f literary rebellion when he self­ altitude above 150 meters. in mind that a little flexibility goes a long it comes to doing the “wisdom thing,” you published an essay rejected by the school’s • If you’re like 91 percent o f Americans, way in resolving any disappointments. do it so well. literary magazine adviser. you sometimes eat breakfast for dinner. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) A new C A P R IC O R N (December 22 to January • On Dec. 5, 1941, the USS Lexington, • You may have been unaware o f it for relationship might not be responding quite 19) Budget your time so that you can one o f the two largest U.S. aircraft carriers the past 11 months, but 2014 has been as quickly as you’d hoped. Could you be handle both your workplace duties and employed during World War II, makes its the International Year of Family Farming, expecting too much too soon? Try to case your personal holiday planning — including way across the Pacific to carry a squadron so declared by the Food and Agriculture up and let things happen at their own pace. travel arrangements — without burning out of diVe bombers to defend Midway Island Organization of the United Nations. G E M IN I (May 21 to June 20) As we on either end. from a Japanese attack. The Lexington • Place-names sometimes enter the approach the frenetic pace of pre-holiday A QU ARIU S (January 20 to February never made it to Midway Island; it turned English language through roundabout planning, take time out now to reconnect 18) You might find that you still need to back when it learned that the Japanese fleet means. Take Arkansas, for instance: That with the wonderful people who share your firm up one or two o f those still-outstand­ had attacked Pearl Harbor. state’s name comes from the word akansa, life, especially the one who also shares ing decisions so that you finally can move which is a French pronunciation of an your dreams. forward as you had planned. Weigh the • On Dec. 1, 1959, Antarctica is made Algonquin name for the Native American C A N CER (June 21 to July 22) A mis­ facts, then act. a military-free continent. Twelve nations, Quapaw people. The original word means understanding should be resolved before PISCES (February 19 to March 20) You including the United States and the Soviet either “people o f the south wind” or you get caught up in the flurry of holiday usually don’t carry grudges, but you might Union, signed the Antarctica Treaty, which “downriver people.” preparations. Set your pride aside and deal feel this is one time when you’re justified bans military activity and weapons testing • You might be surprised to learn that the with it, regardless o f who might have hurt in doing so. But aren’t you spending too on that continent. fax machine was invented in the 19th cen­ whom first. much energy holding onto it? Let it go and • On Dec. 3, 1967, 53-year-old Lewis tury. In 1843, a man named Alexander Bain LEO (July 23 to August 22) Being told move on. Washkansky receives the first human heart patented Bain’s Telegraph, which was able that a colleague might have been trying to BORN T H IS W EEK : You have a way transplant in South Africa. After surgery, to transmit an exact copy of lines, letters undercut your effectiveness might or might o f using your quiet strength to persuade he was given drugs to keep his body from and shapes to chemically treated paper on not be true. Get all the facts before you people to follow their better instincts and rejecting the heart. The drugs left him sus­ the other end o f the line. even think about acting on this so-called do the right thing. ceptible to sickness, however, and 18 days • In 2013, for the first time, the United information. later he died from double pneumonia. States offered a larger market for wine than V IR G O (August 23 to September 22) THIS WEEK IN HISTORY • On Dec. 7, 1987, despite protests in France. It’s a good idea to start your holiday prepa­ Washington concerning Soviet human- ration plans early in order to avoid a time • On Dec. 2, 1804, Napoleon Bonaparte rights abuses, most Americans get swept up THOUGHT FOR THE DAY crunch if an unresolved workplace situation is crowned Napoleon I, the first Frenchman in “Gorbymania” as Soviet leader Mikhail causes a problem. That old friend might to hold the title o f emperor in a thousand Gorbachev arrives for his summit with All one’s life as a young woman one is have some welcome news. years. After suffering military defeats, President Ronald Reagan. Gorbachev and on show, a focus o f attention, people notice LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Napoleon was exiled to the island of Saint his wife, Raisa, charmed the American you. You set yourself up to be noticed and A family member's actions continue to Helena off the coast o f Africa. public and media. admired. And then, not expecting it, you surprise you, but this time with positive • On Dec. 4, 1917, psychiatrist W.H. become middle-aged and anonymous. No results. Could be your wise counsel finally Rivers presents his report, The Repression STRANGE BUT TRUE one notices you. You achieve a wonder­ got through. It’s like having an early holi­ o f War Experience, based on his work at ful freedom. It’s a positive thing. You can day gift, isn’t it? Britains Craiglockhart War Hospital, where • It was beloved American poet Ralph move about unnoticed and invisible. — SC O R PIO (October 23 to November soldiers who suffered from psychological Waldo Emerson who made the following Doris Lessing 2 1) Your reluctance to act in a current situ­ traumas were treated. By the end of World sage observation; Sometimes a scream is ation could be traced to your inner self War I, the army had dealt with 80,000 better than a thesis. PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY CUSTOM HOME BUILDER COSMETICS CONTRACTOR

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anding a big fish from the beach can be hard on the ISLAND GIFT/CLOTHING KAYAK WANTED fish. Dragging a fish up onto the sand if you’re going to PART TIME/FULLTIME KAYAK/CANOE WANTED: Reasonably-priced release it is not an option as it usually damages or kills LAUNCH ATTENDANT used tandem kayak, L Positions: the fish. Tarpon Bay Explorers has an opening for IT Person and Sales Associates preferably with paddles. a kayak/canoe launch and maintenance • Hold the fish in the water while you unhook it if you’re Retail Skills Call Anne at 472-6837. associate to work at the Tarpon Bay

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY SEASONAL But $20 can feed a family of four The Sunshine Ambassador Program TRANSPORTATION is a new and exciting volunteer opportunity VOLUNTEERS for a week, thanks to the... offered at the Golisano Children's Hospital NEEDED of Southwest Florida located within DR. PIPER'S HealthPark Medical Center. The Sunshine FAITH INACTION PROGRAM Ambassadors will greet, assist and be a Senior Volunteers needed to transport Harry Chapin positive first point of contact for patients, the elderly who need a ride to the Doctor, families and visitors entering the hospital. Dentist, pharmacy, dialysis or grocery The Ambassadors also make a difference shopping. Volunteers drive clients only Food Bank! to families by providing educational when it fits in with their schedules, and healthful resources to assist in and are located in same ZIP code. The Food Bank can acquire $6 of nutritious food GRANDparenting for GRANDchildren. The reward is in knowing you helped for every $1 you donate, turning your $20 into We are currently seeking someone remain independent. year-round volunteers to work Make a difference in your community and a week’s worth of meals for a family of four.. one 4-hour shift Monday through Friday put your time and talents to use. from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm Call Leslie Jander at <7Tianf^you fo r your generosity! or 12:00pm to 4:00 pm. 239-332-5346 If you would be interested in learning more at The Dr. Piper Center Mail your tax-deductible donation to: about this wonderful new opportunity, for Social Services, Inc. The Harry Chapin Food Bank Harry Chapin I'omf Hank please contact Lisa Ellinwood, Volunteer # N S 11/21 NC TFN 3760 Fowler Street, Fort Myers, FL 33901 Resources Coordinator at 239-343-5062 Scan to Call (239) 334-7007 at the Golisano Children’s Hospital. connect to Or donate online at: # N S 2/8 NC TFN the Food www.harrychapinfoodbank.org Bank!

★ ★ ★ C lassified D eadline F riday at N oon ★ ★ ★ Pets Of The Week ooking for a Barbie Doll? You can find me Lat Animal Services. Unlike my namesake, I’m a shy little girl. Nevertheless, you’ll fall in love with my sweet and quiet nature. I don’t need a boyfriend to make my life complete, just CALLING CARD 239-395-1213 a solid, loving family who wants to make me their Emergency...... 911 Sanibel Police...... 472-3111 Barbie Doll forever. My Lee County Sheriff’s Office...... 477-1200 adoption fee is $30. On Call Captiva Deputy...... 477-1000 There’s not a better Fire Department - Sanibel...... 472-5525 time to add a friendly, furry Fire Department - Captiva...... 472-9494 feline to your family with so Florida Marine Patrol...... 332-6966 many cat specials at Animal Florida Highway Patrol...... 278-7100 Services. They call me Mark Poison Control...... 1-800-282-3171 and I’m a handsome boy Chamber of Commerce...... 472-1080 with a beautiful sleek coat City of Sanibel...... 472-4135 and gorgeous gold eyes. I Administrative Office...... 472-3700 get along with other cats so Building Department...... 472-4555 I know I’d blend in perfectly Community Housing and Resources...... 472-1189 with yours. There is no Planning Department...... 472-4136 charge to adopt me. Library - Sanibel...... 472-2483 For information about Library - Captiva...... 239-533-4890 Post Office - Sanibel ...... 472-1573 this week’s pets, call Post Office - Sanibel (toll free)...... 800-275-8777 533-7387 (LEE-PETS) Post Office - Captiva...... 472-1674 or log on to Animal Sanibel Community Association...... 472-2155 Services' website at www. Center 4 Life - Senior Center...... 472-5743 LeeLostPets.com. When ARTS calling, refer to the ani­ Arcade Theater...... 332-4488 mal’s ID number. The Art League Of Fort Myers...... 275-3970 website updates every; hour BIG ARTS - Barrier Island Group for the A rts...... 395-0900 Barbie, ID# 598176 so you will be able to see if Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre...... 278-4422 these or any other pets are Fort Myers Symphonic Mastersingers...... 288-2535 still available. Gulf Coast Symphony...... 472-6197 The shelter is open Lee County Alliance for the Arts...... 939-2787 for adoptions from 11 -.30 Naples Philharmonic...... 597-1111 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday The Herb Strauss Schoolhouse Theater...... 472-6862 through Saturday. The Sanibel Music Festival...... 336-7999 shelter is located at 5600 Sanibel-Captiva Art League...... 472-4258 Banner Drive, Fort Myers, SW Florida Symphony...... 418-0996 next to the Lee County CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS Sheriff’s Office, off Six ABWA - American Businesswomen’s Assoc...... 565-7872 or 433-7798 Mile Cypress Parkway. American Legion Post 123...... 472-9979 All adoptions include Angel Flight S E ...... 1-877-4AN-ANGEL Audubon Society...... 472-3744 spay/neuter surgery, Sanibel Bike Club...... sanibelbicycleclub.org age-appropriate vaccina­ Community Foundation of Sanibel-Captiva...... 274-5900 tions, rabies vaccination CROW - Clinic For The Rehabilitation of Wildlife...... 472-3644 and county license if FISH of Sanibel - Friends in Service Here...... 472-0404 three months or older, Sanibel Island Fishing Club...... 472-8994 flea treatment, worming, Horticultural Society of the Islands...... 472-6940 heartworm test for dogs Horticulture and Tea Society of Sanibel and Captiva...... 472-8334 six months and over, feline Kiwanis Club...... 677-7299 AIDS and leukemia test League of Women Voters...... [email protected] for cats, training DVD, Lions Club, Tom Rothman...... 395-3248 10-day health guarantee, Master Gardeners of the Islands...... 472-6940 and a bag of Science Diet Newcomers...... 472-9332 pet food. Notre Dame Club of Southwest Florida...... 768-0417 The adoption package Optimist Club...... 472-0836 is valued at $500. ft PAWS...... 472-4823 Rotary Club...... 472-7257 or 472-0141 Sanibel Beautification Inc...... 470-2866 Sanibel-Captiva Orchid Society...... 472-6940 Mark, ID# 596273 Sanibel-Captiva Power Squadron...... www.usps.org/localusps/sancap Sanibel-Captiva Shell Club...... 395-1770 Sanibel Youth Soccer...... www.sanibelsoccer.org .. 395-2040 MOAA - Military Officers Assc. of America, Alex MacKenzie .... 395-9232 United Way of Lee County...... 433-2000 United Way 211 Helpline 24 hour...... 211 or 433-3900 Zonta Club...... 728-1971 Share your community news with us. ISLAND ATTRACTIONS Call 395-1213, Fax: 395-2299 Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum...... 395-2233 JN “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge...... 472-1100 or email [email protected] Sanibel Historical Museum & Village...... 472-4648 SCCF Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation...... 472-2329 To be listed in calling card email your information to: [email protected] BEACH CHAIR PASTIME answers on page 35B

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