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VOL 12, NO. 43 SANIBEL & CAPTIVA ISLANDS, FLORIDA APRIL 29, 2005 APRIL/MAY SUNRISE/SUNSET: m 06:5219:59 # 06:52 19:59 # 06:51 20:00 # 06:50 20:00 #06:49 20:01 #06:49 20:01 #06:48 20:02 Sanibel Students Shine At State
Front row: Monica DeBarr, Sameer Islam, Ethan Slocum, Kari Flowler, Kendall Grinstead, Whitney Congress, Marin Williams, Savannah DeBarr, Trish Herman, E!le Farrell and Laura Turner. Middle row: Amanda Caldwell, Christy Caldwell, Corrina Nedell, Jocelyn Harder, injured if not for the actions of Kent A. Nicole Horton, Shion Kremer, Sean McCarney, Kaiflyn Herman and Jimmy Shannon. Causeway Crappell of Morgan City, Louisiana, the Back row: Anne Godsea, Samia Islam, Caitlin Radigan, Jake Davis, Hayden Cummins, Boh Brothers crane operator who was Connor Stone, Paige Anderson, Allison Lohnes and Emma Wheeler. Not pictured: Maura Accident Under killed. The accident also injured a second Dowling employee, John T. Collins of Carabelle, Investigation Florida. He was listed in good condition by Brian Johnson Wednesday at Lee Memorial Hospital. by Camille Kucaba group of students from The Sanibel School traveled to Orlando in mid-April An investigation into the cause of the construction accident near the- to compete in a state competition for Community Problem Solving. tragedy is ongoing, and construction on Split into three teams, the students created displays to show judges and the Sanibel Causeway Monday the causeway bridges has been delayed, A claimed the life of a crane opera- public what kind of community projects they have been developing on Sanibel Island. A possibly for up to a month. The causeway They competed against 770 students from across Florida. tor, and now that man is being hailed as remains open to traffic, and a no-wake a hero for preventing,potentially more zone is in effect for the waterway sur- One team, called Pitch-In, Reel-It-In, highlighted the dangers of monofilament line serious consequences. rounding the area. for wildlife and how to safely dispose of it. They placed third in Florida in the Junior Division. The Sanibel Causeway might have continued on page 2 been shut down and other workers continued on page 43 Sweet Day For Homeschoolers he Sanibel Christian Homeschool Group would like to thank Daniel Tand Monica Dix of The Bean for providing yummy treats for an ice cream social. The day was filled with running, jumping, relays and skills that require coordination. "The children worked hard for their reward!" said the activity teacher. Throughout the year, the group has acted as a team. "They really support each other while striving to do their per- sonal best, no matter where they are." As an added bonus, the kids turned one of the parents into an ice cream sundae. This really shows that even the parents need to practice good sportsmanship! If your family is interested in home The April 22 aerial photo (top) shows the causeway bridge construction site just prior to schooling, contact the group at Monday's accident that killed a Boh Brothers crane operator. Photo at bottom was the evettezurb® yahoo.com.^ • scene after the boom came crashing down across three barges and a tugboat in the additional photos on page 27 Tne kids made an ice cream sundae out of water. Evette Zurbriggen photos by Jim Anderson and Joannair, inc. From page 1 Causeway Bike Club Asks Accident For More Path System Funding According to reports, Crappell was operating a crane on a barge along by Camille Kucaba the south side of the drawbridge in the n the annual report to City Council vicinity of the toll plaza. As he hoisted a April 19, George Sousa of the huge concrete pile into place, it started Sanibel Bicycle Club said the island's to break. Crappell sounded his air horn I shared use path system - considered a to warn the crew and then steered the valued treasure by residents and visitors pile away from the drawbridge and fellow alike - is in serious danger of deteriorat- workers, according to a Boh Brothers ing, posing a serious safety situation for spokesperson. The boom collapsed users. towards the water across three barges Speaking on behalf of President Ted The Village and a tugboat, and Crappell was trapped Gasteyer and the 260-plus club mem- as it fell. Red Cross personnel were at the bers, Sousa expressed the group's dis- "Where Shopping Is An Art" site this week to counsel crew members. appointment that only $50,000 of the The Lee County Sheriff's Office, the original budgeted amount of $250,000 2340 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel U.S. Coast Guard and Boh Brothers was allocated last year for path system (Just east of Palm Ridge Road) are investigating Monday's incident, and repairs and improvements - an 80 per- the Occupational Safety and Health' cent reduction in funds available in past Aboriginals: Art of the First Person Administration Tuesday began a multi- years. Fine Tribal Art • 395-2200 phase investigation that could take up to "The financial needs for the path sys- six months to complete. Escentials tem have increased due to the hurricane, Boh Brothers Construction, which the costs of the work have increased due For Bath, Body and More! • 472-7770 has a good safety record, expressed its to the bridge construction and weight sadness and concern over the incident, Geez Leweez limits and the demand for path expansion extending its sympathy and prayers to and improvement has grown with the Complete Line of Needlework the families of both men. "There is no & Accessories • 395-2900 Council's adoption last year of the Master higher priority to us than the safety of Plan for the shared use path system," the Matsumoto Gallery our employees and to all others in the report noted. proximity of our job sites," the company Fine Arts & Crafts • 472-2941 While acknowledging the city "crisis" said in a statement. from Charley and the economic fallout The Mermaid Bay Company Boh Brothers is a subcontractor to from causeway construction and loss Nautical & Beach Giftware • 395-1214 Jacobs Construction, the project man- of toll revenue, the bike club believes ager, and has been working on the cause- Nanny's the path system to be a central part of way bridges since last August.^ Sanibel life. " ...even with the current fis- Traditional Children's Shoppe • 472-0304 cal constraints, investments in the Seaweed Gallery continued on page 46 Collective Artisans & Mermaids • 395-3328 . Tommy Dixon Collections Fun & Functional Art • 472-4944 WhyKnot Exciting & Fun Women's Clothing • 472-3003 Why Knot Relax Clothes for the Relaxed Lifestyle • 472-3098 William E. Wilson Fine Jewelry Design • 472-8590
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Is there budget. city, she said, and a possible new source some way to keep a particular expense Council aiso canceled its July 5 meet- iThe Spotlight of funds - producing another $1.5 mil- from increasing so rapidly?" he asked. ing and set a special session for July 26.* '•• by Camille Kucaba lion - would be a 10 percent public ser- "Let's be reasonable," said Council I vice or utilities tax imposed on residents member Jim Jennings in questioning the There does the money come and businesses. Such a tax is being con- wisdom of the extensive undertaking. The x from? Where does it go? And sidered to fund a proposed new $12.5 cost of goods - oil, concrete, steel - has Big House' how much is there? million recreation center. been rising rapidly. Property values are City Council spent the better part of By "ratcheting down" expenditures way up. "I feel we can't go back too far," Issue Keeps Monday afternoon reviewing the current since Charley, the city remains "on tar- since the information won't yield compa- budget with an eye toward preparing the get" for revenues/expenditures through rable results. "Use staff time wisely," he Hanging Around told his fellow Council members. budget for FY 2005-06 - an exercise March 31 of this fiscal year, Zimomra by Camille Kucaba referred to by Finance Director Renee reported, "and we feel very good about Ultimately all agreed to have the Lynch as "Accounting 101." that. The remarkable recovery is based finance director prepare a three-year he Planning Commission - now New Council members outnumber on a long history of financial conser- summary of 1) employee salaries and seven members strong — disposed continuing members 3-2, and the four vatism." The city is in the process of expenses, 2) capital outlays and 3) oper- Tof business in short order Tuesday, in attendance Monday were interested replacing and increasing its "emergency ating expenses. unanimously adopting two resolutions in getting up to speed on income and fund" in anticipation of this year's hurri- Speaking from the audience, Steve approved at the last meeting. expenditures prior to setting the tax rate cane season. Non-reimbursable hurricane Maxwell suggested the city put together The first recommends that City for next year (Council member Steve expenditures are "one of our exposure a "public expenditure analysis form" so Council approve an ordinance updating Brown was excused for health reasons). risks," she said. finances will be "more visible, tangible." the Land Development Code regard- About a dozen citizens also attended. The city must establish its tax levy for The mayor agreed: "We need to make ing the listing of nonconforming resort One certainty emerged from the work- FY 2005-05 by August 2, and staff cur- the budget more transparent." housing uses located outside the Resort shop - Sanibel will have to cut at least rently is working with department heads Curt Stendahl said the city took in Housing District. The second approves $200,000 from the upcoming budget to determine what money is needed $4.6 million in taxes five years ago, variances for construction of a boat lift to account for the loss in toll revenue, next year. Mayor Carla Johnston favored $10.6 million now. "Why (has this) more at the dock at 2681 Coconut Drive, according to Lynch. In the lawsuit settle- examining each department's productivity than doubled over five years?" Why have Sanibel. ment with Lee County, the city pledged prior to preparing its budget. taxes gone up so high, he wanted to A glitch in the recording system its 21 percent of surplus toll revenue to Zimomra encouraged Council mem- know. delayed Tuesday's meeting about 20 fund the new bridges and help reduce bers to present their revenue and expen- Barbara Cooley pointed out that the minutes as Planning Commissioners future tolls. diture "initiatives" as soon as possible so total city budget hasn't gone up that revisited a reference to "'appropriately Parking fund revenues remain uncer- they can be analyzed ahead of time. June much - "but we're spending twice the tax sized homes" made in the Evaluation and tain, too. according to City Manager Council meetings will be devoted to dis- dollars." The city should look at revenue Appraisal Report of the Sanibel Plan. Judie Zimomra. and the impact of cussion of these ideas, she said. streams, she said. That document is on its way to the state. Hurricane Charley continues to affect city Vice Mayor Mick Denham and at least Cooley also asked the city to "do a Vice Chair Mike Valiquette wondered finances. The city's tab for last August's one member of the audience favored better job" of making the budget docu- why the terminology was added "at the Category 4 storm is approaching $14 changing the system to "zero based bud- ment "citizen friendly" and easier to read. 11th hour," noting that he thought the million, but anticipated reimbursements geting." Denham wants goals and objec- Council dates to remember: May subject was "a dead issue." Earlier he had total about $9.3 million. "We have a tives linked to "some sort of performance 17, discussion of the Five-Year Budget questioned the use of the term, which significant shortfall in the big picture," evaluation" and also called for financial Committee report; June 7, discussion of generated a great deal of controversy in Lynch added. She suggested that those justification for any capital plan with "a issues impacting the upcoming budget ihe past and has the potential to rekindle who received the benefit from hurricane clear source of revenue" identified for and millage rate; July 19, staff presen- debate among residents. "This worries clean up should be the ones to pay for it each job. tation of proposed budget and tenta- me. This is a volatile issue," Valiquette (not those who may be residents four or Council member Tom Rothman tive millage rate; September 10, first said. "If you bring back (appropriately five years from now). pushed for an analysis of city expenses public hearing on FY 2005-06 budget; continued on page 46
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E-mail: [email protected] LOW-RUB, SOYBEAN INK WE MAIL TO ALL RESIDENTS AND BUSINESSES ON SANIBEL AND CAPTIVA ISLANDS. Keeping forming structure can be reconstructed might not count against the number of If a redevelopment study identifies the f within its pre-disaster footprint, up to pre- "stories" allowed in height restriction. desired mix of Sanibel structures in 30 disaster square footage, but conforming Should buildback also deal with eco- years, what must be included? How about Sanibel Sanibel in all other ways with the LDC. nomic obsolescence? Perhaps a property evaluating the mix of businesses that are memo from Mayor Carla B. Johnston The LDC further states in Sec. 126- has not been destroyed, yet it is neces- desired to service islanders? How about 211 that when a structure devoted to sary to rebuild. Should such owners in a an examination of how best to retain hat's buildback? What's redevel- a nonconforming use is destroyed, the zone that restricts such use be allowed space for the small entrepreneur? What opment? Puzzled? You're not use may not be re-established in the Gulf to build back? Should that be a blanket other considerations are important for all Walone. Beach Zone or the Bay Beach Zone. relaxing of Code or some relaxation with sectors of Sanibel's economy - business May 3 at 9 a.m., the City Council will Note the distinction between buildback specific restrictions? Should there be any (including resorts, hotel/motel/commer- meet to hear what relief is needed in a of the structure and the use to which the relaxation at all? Should buildback focus cial and retail), residential (including con- buildback ordinance and where a line is structure is put. on more than residential property? A dos, single family homes, multiple units)? drawn separating building back and rede- If buildback is required, the exist- much valued sector of Sanibel's commu- What's happened in other communities, veloping. ing Code allows the owner to keep the nity is the individual entrepreneur. These particularly the environmentally sensitive The Sanibel Land Development Code beneficial use of his property. It does, shop owners are mostly tenants. What ones? Can we learn what's failed and (LDC) already deals with buildback. The however, require conforrnance to current happens when they are caught in both what's been successful redevelopment book is in the library. Chapter 126, codes. the disaster and the buildback phase? Do and why? Article V, addresses nonconforming One question: can nonconforming they all just lose their businesses? Your participation is crucial to guide structures - the focus for buildback. A buildings build back to current density? What precautions must we take when Council, the Planning Commission and structure, a lot or the use of either land or To answer this and develop a basis for a making Code modifications to prevent the staff. Polices that succeed result structure is nonconforming if, while legal buildback ordinance, it may be necessary losing our grandfathered protection from from the best ideas from all the island's when built, currently is not permitted or to establish a specific list and evaluation the Bert Harris state law? After losing stakeholders. If you can't attend the • restricted. of impacted properties. For example, such protection, court cases could arise meeting on May 3, please email us at The principal focus for buildback is might one property have the room to wherein property owners claim that [email protected].& the resort housing district, although some rebuild to Code with current density Sanibel's restrictions are a hardship. Then resorts are not in this district. Article V (number of units) while another property the court, not the Sanibel citizenry, would clearly states that the interjt of the Code does not? Perhaps one property can decide our fate. is to eventually remove nonconformi- build back with the same intensity (defini- ties, but not to penalize property owners tion?) or number of square footage and impacted by a disaster. The LDC (Sec. same views while another property might 126-131) permits reconstruction of the require a different building configuration. building after disaster, but not expan- To develop specific Code changes mat sion. This intent is clarified in Sec. 126- bring buildback relief, doesn't one have 172A by stating that major improvement to understand the specific needs first? requires elimination or reduction of the For example, relaxing setbacks in certain nonconformance. (Major improvement is situations might accomplish relief and a restoration cost in excess of 50 percent preclude a height increase. But is that of market value of the structure immedi- desirable from a public safety or aesthetic ately before it was damaged.) viewpoint? Should flat roof structures be Sec.126-212 states that a noncon- able to build back with a hip roof? This
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Stephanie Shapiro, Marina Celano and Nancy McDole Sandy Larson from Utilities gave a presentation by Brian Johnson using graphics and charts. Ken Pfalzer and Laura ighth grade students from The Sanibel School took a trip to the City of Weserling talked about build- Sanibel headquarters on Thursday, April 21 to learn about the inner workings ing permits, citing specifically Eof the island's government. the response of the city to They were greeted at 10 a.m. in council chambers by new Major Caria Johnston. Hurricane Charley. Pfalzer Spread out in the rows of seats, the students heard some of the basics about govern- said the city was flexible in mental procedures. dealing with all the requests, Johnston talked about the process that turns the ideas of citizens into laws. Council particularly new roofing, and member Jim Jennings gave a talk about the enforcement of laws. Newly elected City said many of the older homes Council member Tom Rothman discussed campaigning for City Council and what it weathered the high winds takes to get elected. quite well. Rothman got a laugh from the audience when he said of the unpaid Council posi- After visiting an array of tion: "The first thing you have to ask yourself is, do you really want to run?" departments, the students This year there was a new format as the kids broke into smaller groups and took a reunited in the courtyard for Marina, Stephanie and Rio take a look at proposed tour of City Hall.' They met with officials from the major departments to find out about an open air buffet lunch.siJ design for new recreation complex WANTED Gold Crown Store MARCHING BAND SERVING THE ISLANDS FOR 21 YEARS •Babydfts th • Picture Frames •#:•-• For 4 Of July / •Wedding Gifts Parade On Sanibel Mother's Day Gifts DO IT YOURSELF DIGITAL PRINT STATION INTERNET ACCESS 24/7 10% OFF SHIPPING PRBENTYOURGOID CROWN CAKD. 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Margaret Eiluned Morgan was born in New York City, but at the age of three ' her family moved to a farm in the Pacific Northwest. Her father grew up in Wales and spoke with a British accent. It was a family joke that he moved 6,000 miles to find the Welsh climate all over again. Her mother, Constance, appears in the Argonauta chapter of Gift from the Sea. From a young age she traveled sitting next to him, on his left, when he "When he wanted to tell you some- with them to the east coast to visit the raised the topic of eating an egg. thing, you would never forget it," said Lindberghs as well as to cities and towns in Europe such as London and Cardiff. Eiluned Morgan "Uncle Charles discovered that I could Eiluned. "The total force of his personal- not take the top off of a soft-boiled egg," ity when he focused it on you was incred- She particularly remembers the trips Eiluned recalled this past week during an ible." from Washington State to the eastern by Brian Johnson interview on Sanibel Island. Lindbergh's charismatic personality seaboard. "I will never forget how because of "It was all sort of magical," said Eiluned. ust before Margaret Eiluned Morgan made a lifelong impact on Eiluned. Today his height he loomed above me from she is the chairman of the Earthshine "Quite often we traveled by train for five entered first grade, she paid a visit celestial heights and said, 'Now, Eiluned, days, and all these things pulled out of the to Darien, Connecticut, with her . Institute, a non-proft organization that J most people hold the knife too far up the presents cultural and educational pro- wall for us to use in our compartment. family to see her famous uncle, avia- handle. You don't have to do that.'" grams in Southwest Florida to perpetuate I remember going to the dining car and tor Charles Lindbergh. In May of 1927 With a graceful stroke, Lindbergh looking out the window. Travel by train Lindbergh and his Spirit of St. Louis had the vision of Charles and Anne Morrow made a demonstration for his niece. He Lindbergh of improving the quality of life' gave an intimate sense of our country." completed an historic non-stop solo trip then encouraged her to try it and gave Eiluned went to school on the east from New York to France. through fostering a "balance" between her a few tips. nature and technology. coast, attending Milton Academy and —•At breakfast one morning she was continued on page 11 Molnar ELECTRIC, INC. &GRAPHICS 2244-15 PERIWINKLE WAY DEMOS ON REQUEST Jusi off island at the Kapok Plaza Fabric • Quilting • Gifts 15630 McGregor Blvd, #103 Save the Sea H*rtk! 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Label them City of Sanibel • Make sure the lids are on tight, if the containers are leaking, pack them in a larger container along with an absorbent Public Works material such as newspaper. Complex • Place all containers in sturdy boxes and keep them away from passengers. 750 Dunlop Road • We do not accept explosives, radioactive or infectious wastes. • Latex paints can be disposed of with your regular garbage as 239-472-6397 long as the paint is completely dried out. To speed up the drying process, add an absorbent such as sand, kitty litter or crumbled newspaper that completely absorbs all liquids. What To Bring: Automotive fluids, cleansers, fertilizers, fungicides, herbicides & pesticides, paint (latex or oil), paint remover, paint thinner, pool chemicals, solvents, wood preservatives. What NOT to Bring: Automotive batteries, biological & infectious waste, empty paint cans, explosives, fire extinguishers, propane tanks, radioactive waste, smoke detectors. How to Package & Transport Chemicals 1. Do NOT mix chemicals together 2. Keep products in original labeled containers if possible 3. Place containers into cardboard boxes, use crumpled newspaper in boxes to prevent breakage 4. Place leaky containers in clear plastic bags and transport in boxes with newspaper 5. Put boxes in the trunk or in back of vehicles away from passengers 10:45 a.m. Traditional Service Wednesdays at 9 a.m. Representatives will be praying for the Churches/ Childcare available at all services. UNITY OFTHE ISLANDS: president, governor and all branches of SANIBEL CONGREGATIONAL UNITED Has discontinued service on Sanibel at the government. Others will lead in prayer Temples CHURCH OF CHRIST: Sanibel Congregational Church. Please for police and fire/rescue departments; 2050 Periwinkle Way, across from join them at their service at Unitarian those serving in armed forces through- BAT YAM-TEMPLE OF THE ISLANDS: Periwinkle Place Shopping Center Church Fort Myers, 11120 Ranchette out the world; schools and youth; res- Rabbi Murray Saltzman Dr. Randall H. Niehoff, pastor Road. Sunday 9:30 to 11:15 a.m. Rev. Dr. James Boler and Rev. Dr. Sandra toration of the islands; the gamut of Shabbat Worship Services will be held at 278-1511. www.unityoffortmyers.com.^ creative arts; businesses; for those from the Sanibel Congregational United Church R. Boler, associate pastors Sunday worship services: other states and nations who visit and at 2050 Periwinkle Way on Sanibel every labor on Sanibel and Captiva. Friday evening at 8 p.m. 7:45 a.m. and 10 a.m. Call 395-3156 for more information. Sunday School during 10 a.m. service BIRTH ANNOUNCEMENT This service is a force for unity on Child Care and Sunday School the islands, especially after the stresses CAPTIVA CHAPEL BY THE SEA: provided at 10 a.m. 11580ChapinLane induced by last season's hurricanes. Your Elevator for easy access to the sanctuary presence and participation can truly Very Rev. Dr. Robert Ft. Hansel The church office is open Monday Sunday: 11 a.m. through Friday. Phone 472-0497. make a difference. So come on over to November 21 through April 17 www.sanibelucc.org sing and pray with others who know 472-1646 ST. ISABEL CATHOLIC CHURCH: that taking time to focus the audience FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST, 3559 San-Cap Rd., 472-2763 of one truly changes things. You will be SCIENTIST: Pastor: Rev. Christopher Senk part a groundswell of prayer throughout 2950 West Gulf Dr., Sunday: 10:30 a.m.; Sunday Mass: 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. the nation involving tens of thousands of Sunday School: 10:30 a.m., Wednesday Saturday Vigil: 5:30 p.m. people of faith.^ evening meeting: 7:30 p.m.; Reading Wednesday, Thursday and room: Open Monday, Wednesday and Friday Mass: 8:30 a.m., Friday 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. (November Communion service: Mondays and through April), Wednesday 10 a.m. to Tuesdays at 8:30 a.m. Soul Healing 1 p.m. (summer hours). 472-8684. Confession: by appointment SANIBEL COMMUNITY CHURCH: ST. MICHAEL & ALL ANGELS Workshop 1740 Periwinkle Way, 472-2684. EPISCOPAL CHURCH: Pastor Dr, Daryl Donovan practical and biblically based 2304 Periwinkle Way, 472-2173 workshop on relationships for Sunday Worship Hours: http://www.saintmichaels-sanibel.org 8 a.m. Traditional Service The Rev. Dr. Donald A. Fishburne, rector Acouples and singles with life with Communion, The Rev. Suzy Post changing results will be held on Friday, April 29 at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, 9 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service Worship Services: Andrew Logan Muench with Children's Ministry Sundays at 8 and 10 a.m., April 30 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at (Praise Team and Band), Saturdays at 5 p.m., Sanibel Community Church. ndrew Logan Muench was Tom and Beverly Rodgers of born on February 5, weigh- Charlotte, North Carolina offer a unique Aing in at five pounds, three combination of practical skills and spiri- ounces. His proud parents are Andy tual truth that helps bring deeper commit- and Lisa Muench. His sister is Lauren. ment to all relationships. The principles • Grandparents are June and Jerry show the way to soul healing and are Muench and great-grandparents, are Vdludblc both to those in crisis and those Bettv cincl Al Muench desiring to deepen their intimacy - $15 covers lunch and materials. Cull the chinch office al 472-2084 lo ONE OF THE BEST SELECTIONS OF DOMESTIC & IMPORTED WINES ON THE WEST COAST register and request a brochure. National Day Sunday worship services include tradi- tional service* at 8 a m uncl 10:45 n.ni. Of Prayer •uxl a contemporary service with praise hand at 9 THE SANIBEL ISLAND HOOK BRACELET Simple and elegant, the Sanibel Island Hook Bracelet The perfect memento of our Island Paradise We proudly offer the finest selection of wines on the islands! CEDARCHEST, If you enjoy a good cigar, be sure to visit FINE TEWELRJ 1 our cedar-lined, walk-in humidor room. J MVI 'HI 'PI TAHITT.W GARDENS .4- Bailey's Shopping Center OPI".\~1)AY.S 4~2 2S"6 • I hlJ(i-~-ll; I'M" NEXT TO THE THEATER • 472-1682 •""St [•Y.I 1 (....M .\\.:\, (..M.I 1..SIIU.--W. I' OPI \ V1OV - <«M. 4 \.M. - 'I P.M. SI \IJ\Y \(>(>\ - 7 I'.M . • HI- DM <)l \r OS < \SI OKD1 RN From page 8 now I love living by the sea," she said. "I really appreciate that, even in season, Lindbergh this is a much less pressured world, and a Sanibel Post Office Attention 2005 Smith College. As a college student cleaner world." R. Thorn Traucht Supervisor she was greatly interested in 16th and It was on Fort Myers Beach in the 650 Tarpon Bay Road, Sanibel, FL Graduates 17th Century literature, especially the late '90s that she had one of her last 33957 works of Shakespeare, Donne, Milton memorable experiences with aunt Anne Dear Thorn, and Phillip Sydney. Morrow Lindbergh. They had met for Thank you so much for taking care of With a wide-ranging passion for the tea and decided to take a walk beside the my forwarding needs. You only confirm arts, she joined a regional ballet company shore. Eiluned told her aunt that she was my opinion that the USPS is the BEST in Portland, Oregon after graduation. The going to take her shoes off for the stroll. service organization in the nation. I am following year she landed a job with a "You know, I think I'd like to take only too happy to pay 37 Sheriff Scott enjoys breakfast at Kiwanis by Bob Wimbush heriff Scott has been in office for .about 100 days, and his department has answered 104,000 calls - about 100 a day. There have been 52 traffic Sfatalities, and gang activities (so far, "gang wannabes" he says with hope are increasing. When a county grows by 26,000 people every year, it's bound to import some problems, drugs and gangs among them. Sheriff's deputies seized five kilos of cocaine, a substantial bust in these parts, the night before Scott had break- fast with Kiwanis. With growth comes more responsibilities: more schools, a new justice center and new detention facilities all take deputies off the streets. The good news is that this drain will be slowing because the jail is 95 to 100 percent occupied The bad news? We need a bigger jail. Having deputies tied up in the schools every day doesn't make the burden any lighter, but it does pay dividends - "If you want to know where to buy drugs, ask any 15-year-old." Scott is enlisting private sector help. Lee County's first 12 sheriff's aides are about , Joellyn Reckwerdt, right, Florida Lions camp director, accepts a $7,500 check from Lions Mother's Day Special District Governor Norma Jean Andrews, left. t's been the worst of years and the best of years, but with the help of the island Queen for A Day Spa Package communities, the Sanibel-Captiva Islands Lions Club has finished their major Ifund raising events way ahead of expectations. The hurricanes stripped the islands of some 1,500 accommodations, and no one Personalized expected a banner year for fundraising... but always expect the unexpected. The surprises started with Christmas tree sales: With the help of a more central European Facial location on the corner of Periwinkle Way and Lindgren Boulevard, and with a better selection of trees than in the past, the Lions sold out completely and netted $10,600, slightly less than last year with a third less trees. Spa Pedicure & The Arts & Crafts Fair: Usually there is a waiting list of exhibitors for this annual event. This year, because of anticipated hurricane damage, many exhibitors opted Spa Manicure not to come. But everyone was surprised when attendance and patronage set an all- time record for Friday, March 25, and the overall attendance was down by only about 00l# 100 admissions from the record-setting pace of 2004. Net receipts of approximately $130. $36,000 were about $2,000 more than last year. But the real success story was the money that the Lions raised for the Florida Lions Camp. Situated in central Florida, the camp provides an outdoor living experience for handicapped kids and adults who otherwise would do without. Unfortunately, they were at the epicenter of all three Florida hurricanes last summer, and severely dam- aged. There was a real need to raise money quickly so the camp could be repaired in time for this summer's participants. Thanks to the overwhelming support of Sanibel and Captiva residents, the Lions were able to present a check for $7,500 to the camp administration to insure that the rebuilding effort would succeed. So thanks to everyone who contributed to the Lions events this season. It'll take more than a little bad weather to dampen our island spirit. It also raises the bar for next year.^ Periwinkle Place • 2075 Periwinkle Way #27 239.395.2220 • www.sanibeldayspa.com Our E-Mail address is [email protected] MM#278Z "Offer not valid with any other discount or promotion • exp. 5/8/05 nect to U.S. 41 for a three to four-mile is all of the calories burned. An aver- 13 National trek before returning downtown. There is age 150-pound person will burn about HAPPY BIRTHDAY no fee and water will be provided. 500 calories riding a leisurely-paced Bike Month • Bike to Work Day - Friday, May 20. 30 minutes to work and 30 minutes he Lee County Health Department Cyclists are encouraged to ride their bicy- home, according to League of American is celebrating National Bike Month cles to work. "Employers benefit because Bicyclists. At that rate, bicyclists will shed Tin May with a series of activities to cyclists have fewer sick days, cheaper five to 10 pounds in about two to three get residents out of their cars and living health claims, and more productivity than months. a healthier lifestyle by riding bicycles. sedentary employees," Moser said. For more information about National "By riding a bicycle just one day a There are many benefits for individu- Bike Month activities in Lee County, call week, residents will improve their health, als who ride their bicycles to work, said Moser at (239) 332-9514 or e-mail him save money on gasoline, and help the Moser, who has been riding his own at [email protected]. environment with cleaner air and less bicycle to work at least one to two days a The Lee County Health Department traffic congestion," said Dan Moser, bike/ week for the past six years. Among them is a joint venture between the State of pedestrian program coordinator at the are: Florida and the Lee County Board of Lee County Health Department. • A Better Body - Most weeks, seven County Commissioners. Its mission is to The need for more pedaling and less out of 10 American adults do not get the promote, protect, maintain, and improve driving has never been more apparent recommended 30 minutes of physical the health and safety of all citizens and with rising gasoline prices, longer com- activity a day; 25 percent of American visitors of Lee County through the control mute times, and escalating road rage inci- adults are not physically active at all. As a and eradication of preventable diseases result, more than 120 million Americans and the provision of primary health care Jean Laswell, Kate and Gwendolyn dents in Southwest Florida. Wolkow "We're urging everyone to leave their - 64.5 percent of the adult population - for special populations. Among its servic- four-wheeled transportation at home are overweight. "Ride your bike to work es are immunizations, inspections of child and you no longer need to make time to care centers, epidemiology, injury preven- wendolyn Wolkow of Downers just one day a week and try cycling - it's Grove, Illinois, celebrated her good for their health and good for the exercise," Moser said. "Just three hours tion, environmental health, Healthy Start of riding time per week slashes the risk of pre-natal program, Women, Infant and Gfirst birthday on the Sanibel health of the community," Moser said. beaches with her mother, Kate and her Among the activities planned by the heart disease and stroke in half." Children (WIC) nutrition program, TB, • More Money - According to the HIV and STD prevention, and health nana. Jean Laswell. Happy Birthday Lee County Health Department are: G!# • Family Bicycle Day - Saturday, May League of American Bicyclists, the aver- promotion arid education.^ 14 - Families are encouraged to ride age annual price of maintaining an auto- their bikes in their neighborhoods or mobile is $3,000. The cost of running a along bike paths. Safety tips and county- bike for one year is $300. wide bike maps are available on the Lee • Clean Air - Motorized vehicles are County Health Department web site at responsible for 70 percent of the carbon www.lee-county.com/healthdept. monoxide, 45 percent of the nitrogen • Ride of Silence - 7 p.m., dioxide, and 34 percent of the hydrocar- Wednesday, May 18, in honor of cyclists bons people produce. Riding a bicycle who have been injured or kiHed on the is a simple way to improve the environ- road. The route will begin at Centennial ment. Park in downtown Fort Myers and con- A big bonus of commuting by bicycle MEW LOCATION • MEW LOCATION • MEW LOCATIOM _/IMEU:SS TREASURES A Great Place To Bebooksh Stranded P Stdd TIME FOR A GOOD READ... » .-.. SUMMER OF FURY THE ONLY ACCOUNT OF HURRICANE CHARLEY'S IMPACT ON SANIBEL JLCAPTIVA WRITTEN BY ISLAND SUN REPORTER JIM GEORGE FULL COLOR PHOTO JOURNAL BY JIM ANDERSON, -SANIBEL FIRE DEPARTMENT RANDY WAYNE WHITE LOCAL AUTHOR JUST RELEASED DEAD OF NIGHT \ i'h i.1.i \i i •• i i :iii.i "Mi ii" jri'iii i. ( Nancy and Bob Strehlow, Al and Adrienne Cross New members Andrea and Doug Morton Joe and Awilda Mooney, coordinators Judy and Phil Lattavo Jerry and Kay Tabem New members John and Donna Schubert takes all of us to identify the victims and Zonta Teams Up care for them prior to going to trial. The theme through each of the comments With Sheriff In of the speakers was the importance of Creators of fine Jewefry cooperation to free the victims and lock Anti-trafficking up tiie traffickers. Brief presentations fol- Celebrate lowed by Anna Rodriguez, FBI Special Effort Agent Jim Roncinske, and Zontian Nola Mother's Day he Zonta Club of Sanibel-Captiva Theiss. The meeting ended with a spir- culminated a year-long anti-human ited session of networking and discussion trafficking effort with participation about what each group is doing now and Island Style T what-can be done in the future. The sin- in the Lee County Sheriff Department Open Mon-Friday Task Force in Fort Myers. Wednesday, cere interest and concern by those in the From 10-5:30 April 20, marked the first meeting room was palpable. attended by over 60 interested par- This event marked the end of a busy Open After Hours Homeoftheexclus week for Zonta's Anti-Trafficking team. By Appointment Only ties including 12 Zonta members and 'Island Charm Bangle"™ friends who served as facilitators among On Monday, April 18, the first speaker's the groups. Representatives of law training took place. The all day event led 2439 Periwinkle Way, Next to Video Scene • Bailey's Center, Sanibel Island * 395-4100 enforcement, governmental and non- by Anna Rodriguez was held to develop profit service providers, healthcare pro- a speaker's bureau to address a grow- fessionals and others came together to ing interest in the community for more learn about modern day slavery in our information on human trafficking on the KNOWN FOR CREATIVE HAIR DESIGN ON THE! midst. Each group needs to approach islands and throughout the area. Sanibel- the problem from a different angle but Captiva organizations are encouraged ISLANDS FOR MANY YEARS! all involved need more information on to schedule Zonta speakers at meetings how to identify the victims and what to to inform members about the growing do next. Thanks to the leadership of problem of modern slavery in the area, Sheriff Mike Scott and his staff, Anna (email [email protected] or leave a Rodriguez, head of the Florida Coalition message at 699-4545) Against Human Trafficking, Nola Theiss The Zonta membership was brought and the Zonta Club of Sanibel-Captiva, up to date on the progress of the Anti- the event was a success. Trafficking team at its regular meeting at After a welcome to the meeting, Gully's Family Restaurant. With primary attendees watched a department of jus- goals of increasing the awareness of the ADEL tice video featuring successful rescues and issue, and educating people about it, URSULA the task force meeting was an exciting 454-3683'633-7094 cell 415-3600'462-1075 cell consequent prosecutions of traffickers - two right here in Southwest Florida. culmination of work to date. The Florida Now accepting appointments at McGregor Hair Studio The first speaker, U.S. Attorney's Office Coalition Against Human Trafficking is one of the three local grass roots orga- 15600 San Carlos Blvd., Suite II, Fort Myers • Next to Big Lots Chief Doug Malloy, whose job it is to prosecute the traffickers, stressed that it continued on page 19 7 Judging criteria: Ding Days Photo Contest 1. technical excellence (sharpness, light- une 1 marks the opening of the Annual "Ding" Darling Days Amateur Nature ing, composition, exposure) Photography Contest. 2. originality/creativity J The contest, sponsored by the "Ding" Darling Wildlife Society (DDWS) and 3. interest held in conjunction with "Ding" Days, Oct. 9 through 15, honors the birthday of Jay 4. ability to be reproduced for publication Norwood "Ding" Darling, one of the foremost conservationists in American history Digital photos are acceptable, however no and driving force behind the eponymous JN "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge. manipulation of original images is allowed. Deadline for submission is 4 p.m. on August 31. Complete contest rules are listed Any manipulation will result in disqualifica- below. For an entry form and other contest information, log on to www.dingdar- tion of entry. lingsociety.org and click on "Photos," then "Photo Contest." Or contact DDWS at All photos will become the property of [email protected] or 472-1100, ext. 233. the Society and will not be returned. There Entries may be delivered in person to JN "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge is no need to include a return envelope or or by mail to "Ding" Darling Wildlife Society, One Wildlife Dr., Sanibel, FL 33957. postage. Only amateur photographers are eligible to enter. (You may not possess a profes- In the event that fewer than 16 entries sional photographer tax identification number for the sale of photographs.) are received, the Wildlife Society reserves the Photos must have been taken during the two previous years within JN "Ding" right to cancel the contest. Darling National Wildlife Refuge. First, second, and third place winners Photos must be 8" x 10" (or full frame 8" x 12") with an 11" x 14" mat to facili- and honorable mentions will be announced tate display. Frames are not permitted. Please include one 4" x 6" copy of entry. during the "Ding" Darling Days in October. Each person may enter up to two photos but can win only one award. Photos may be used by the Society in any Photos that have won awards in previous DDWS photo contests may not be resub- way with appropriate credit. The Refuge and DDWS cannot be held mitted. Abe t. Acosta of Port Chariotte took first Judging will be anonymous. Please do not put your name or anything that will iden- responsible for lost or damaged photos. "Ding" Darling Wildlife Society is a non- place out of 95 entries in the 2004 "Ding" tify you on your photo. 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Accessories and More www.sanibelhomefurnishings.com Island Sun Weather Outlook April 29, 2005 o- CM FRIDAY Today we will see mostly sunny skies with Today Saturday OH a. Mostly Sunny a high temperature of 77°, humidity of 67% City Hi LoWx Hi Lo Wx < High: 77 Low: 72 and an overnight low of 72°. The record Atlanta 77 59 s ... .76 59 t high temperature for today is 94° set in Baltimore 66 50 sh . . .71 55 sh en SATURDAY 1986. Saturday, skies will remain mostly Boston 63 45 pc .. .58 49 pc UV Index Q sunny with a high temperature of 81°. 0-2: Minimal. 3-4: Low. Mostly Sunny Chicago . - 51 41 pc .. .54 40 me 5-6: Moderate. 7-9: High High: 81 Low: 73 Last Week's Local Almanac Cleveland 60 40 pc . . .60 45 sh 10+: Very High Fxposure Cincinnati 64 51 sh .. .69 51 t Weather Trivia SUNDAY Date Hi Lo Normals Precip Detroit 55 42 pc .. .56 41 me Mostly Sunny Monday 83 55 85/63 0.00" Philadelphia ...62 49 sh ...66 52 sh What is the first day of / High: 81 Low: 73 Tuesday 81 58 85/63 0.00" Nashville ...... 76 58 t ....77-60 t spring known as? « Wednesday 81 62 85/63 0.00" New York City .59 49 pc ...62 53 sh MONDAY Thursday 83 60 85/63 0.00" Richmond 67 54 sh ...75 56 t Partly Cloudy Friday 82 61 85/64 0.00" Washington, D.C.66 53 sh . . .72 55 sh Answer: Vernal Equinox High: 81 Low: 75 Saturday 79 61 86/64 0.00" Weather fWx): cl/cloudy; II'flurries: pc'partly cloudy: r-'rain: n> ram & Sunday 75 59 86/64 0.00" snew; s/sunny; sh showers: sa^nou: I.thunderstorms; w'windy © 2005. Accessweather.com, Inc. TUESDAY Isolated T-storms National Weather Summary This Week Sun & Moon Times High: 84 Low: 77 The Northeast will see partly cloudy to cloudy skies with a few show- Last First WEDNESDAY ers, with the area's highest temperature of 73°, found in Salisbury, Md. 5/1 5/16 The Southeast .will see scattered showers and thunderstorms, with the Partly Cloudy area's highest temperature of 90°, found in Winter Haven, Fla. The High: 85 Low: 78 Sunrise today . .6:52 a.m. Northwest will see partly cloudy to cloudy skies with a few showers, with the area's Sunset today . . .8:00 p.m. THURSDAY highest temperature of 70°, found in Pasco, Wash. The Southwest will see partly Partly Cloudy cloudy to cloudy skies with a few showers and thunderstorms, with the area's highest New Full High: 73 Low: 74 temperature of 88°, found in Blythe, Calif. 5/8 5/23 Cape Coral Bridge Tides Matlacha Pass Bridge Tides Point Ybel Tides Putnta, Rassa Tides! 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Regardless of what others might think, there is a genuine desire to gel the story correct. And for the right to write, the pace can *be hectic, and the pay is without a doubt dismal. During this time period, I have had some funny misquotes, like the time my friends and 1 took our "micro- scopes" outside on a cold December 1973 evening to view Comet Kohoutck. 1 cannot reveal exactly how closely we scrutinized the comet that night, but we must have been almost down lo the molecular level. Thankfully, the second edition got it straight to everyone's relief and had us looking through telescopes. Then there was the time that I was quoted as saying that the speed of light in a vacuum was "186.000 miles per hour.'' I had been quoted correctly by the reporter as saying "miles per second," but the copy editor just couldn't fathom a speed that fast and changed second to hour. More recently, 1 spoke about the solar eclipse in the Pacific and my envy upon hearing that several friends were flying to Tahiti to sec it. The eclipse started at sunrise on Saturday, April 10 east of New Zealand and ended at sunset on Friday, April 9 in eastern Venezuela. The reason that the eclipse appeared to end before it began was because the moon's eastward moving shadow crossed the International Date Line where a day is skipped. In vain 1 tried to correct (he paper's interpretation that the eclipse had to end on Saturday in Venezuela, but alas 1 gave up. There was some reward for this error, however, because no one called on Friday asking me for a fresh Saturday article. 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Not valid with 2 for 1 offer | Bank or Islands Your Island Hank 523 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island ( onier of PcirwiiiJJe \\a\ and Casa \ bcl Road OWTMlilREIEIVAIlNS 472-7211 signs of bruising. Her breathing was tCROW Case labored. Staff gave her heavy duty pain medica- | Of The Week: tion, antibiotics and Chinese herbs. The type of fracture required surgical interven- 1 Red-Shouldered tion, and the very next day they prepped her for a procedure. < Hawk At the surgery Deitschel found the skin was so irritated that she could only . by Brian Johnson pin the radius bone. "Bird skin is thin, it's I ROW almost like rice paper," she explained. Veterinarian Dr. The radius bone and the ulna bone c'PJ Deitschel run parallel to each other. The pinned describes the^red- radius bone, she hoped, would provide shouldered hawk as a enough structural support for the nearby "scrappy bird." The ulna bone. In any case, there was no hawk that arrived on other feasible option. March 10 needed to The hawk handled surgery well, be very scrappy to though she was slow to wake up after- battle back from a wards. Staff put on a cream called silba- recent string of inju- deen and a layer of gel called biodress, a ries and attacks. product that keeps a wound hydrated. Bonnie Jasper was in her home in The clinic would have to anesthetize San Carlos Park in Fort Myers when her Dr. PJ examines radiograph of hawk the bird four more times in order to boss said she saw a bird flailing in the change the biodress, but Deitschel said it brush at the side of the road. They went is so important to keep the wound and out together and saw her hanging awk- bor's backyard, where Lou cornered her, nario was that the bird was shot and then the skin from drying up that this measure wardly in a sapling tree, but they were threw a towel over her body, and put her broke her wrist on the fall to the ground. is worth it. not able to catch her and her boss had to in a dog carrier. They took her to South Tough and a resourceful hunter, she man- "There's not a lot of soft tissue in a go on to an appointment. Trail Animal Hospital. aged to survive while the injury healed. bird's wing, and you can't lose too much Bonnie did not abandon the hawk The red-shouldered hawk arrived at On March 10 she was probably struck of it... the good news was that the hawk - she called her fiance, Lou Dering, who CROW with a badly fractured left wing. A by a car, fracturing her left wing. This ate right away. Red-shouldered hawks are soon came to scene. "I knew if I put radiograph revealed that this fresh wound was an injury she would not be able to usually very good eaters in captivity." Lou on (the case) he wouldn't give up, was only the latest in a battle-scarred his- heal naturally in the wild. In the next few weeks the bird passed because he's a real animal lover," said tory. Deitschel noticed a healing fracture At CROW she was found to be dull several milestones. On March 20 she was Bonnie. of the minor and major metacarple bones but responsive. Her radius bone had been taken off antibiotics and herbs and put The bird could not fly but she was able in her right wrist. A gun pellet also was fractured in three places and pieces of on minimal handling. On March 25 her to elude them for a few minutes by run- visible in the flesh below her left leg. bone punctured her skin. Her ulna had wrap was removed. On Arpil 6 Deitschel ning through the thick brush at the side No one knew the exact sequence of been fractured in two places. The black, pulled the pin from her radius bone. A of the road. 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FOR DETAILS OR DINNER RESERVATIONS CALL 5-6 p.m. at the bar only! 239-472-7242 1200 Periwinkle Way (1/2 mile west of the Causeway) 1551 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island 472-1998 • Open 7 Days • 5 - 9 pm had formed at the fracture sites and both deter female turtles from nesting or pos- then go to a beach site to discuss their Zonta will continue to work closely with ]9 bones look well-aligned and stable. sibly disorient hatchlings as they emerge nesting habitat and other fascinating the Florida Coalition Against Human CO Staff member Chastity Ann Turner - from the nest. marine life. Cost for this program is $5 Trafficking and the Lee County Sheriff's transferred the hawk to an outdoor cage The city is looking forward to another for adults and free for children, a beach- Department to increase public awareness I on April 10. She had a glowing report sea turtle nesting season and hopes to parking fee of $2 per car is necessary of this issue. o to give back to the vet. "She flew imme- uphold it's reputation as having one of at the beach site. The Sanibel-Captiva The Zonta Club of Sanibel-Captiva en diatedly from one end of the cage to the the darkest and most sea turtle friendly Conservation Foundation monitors is a service organization of professional other," said Deitschel. "Her flight was beaches in the state. For more informa- the Sea Turtle nests on Sanibel and women working together to provide beautiful from the first time." tion, call Dr. Rob Loflin or James Evans Captiva. If you have any questions hands on assistance, advocacy, and CROW released the bird back to the in the Natural Resources Department, about the Turtle Tracks program or funds to strengthen women's lives on wild on April 13, a little more than a 472-3700.* the Sea Turtle Research Program, call the islands, in Lee County, and around month after her arrival. It was quite a the Conservation Foundation's Nature the world through Zonta International. speedy recovery - such fractures typically Center at 472-2329.* Additional information is available at take five to six weeks to hl^S Turtle Tracks www.zontasancap.com.* ome join in for "Turtle Tracks" at From page 14 Sea Turtle The Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Friends In Service Here CFoundation's Nature Center at Zonta Teams Up 9 a.m. Thursdays starting May 5. This nizations which Zonta has adopted as FISH Lines Season Returns interpretive program will delve into the working partners. Recently, a grant in ISH Volunteers visit the homes of ea turtle season has returned to life cycle of the sea turtles that nest on the amount of $10,000 was approved by Sanibel's Gulf front beaches once our beaches. You will start at the turtle those who are ill, shut-in, or lonely Zonta membership to be awarded to the in order to provide companionship Sagain. Nesting and hatchling exhibit and marine touch tank in the Florida Coalition on Human Trafficking F and encouragement. To obtain addition- emergence will take place from May 1 nature center and talk about the life to aid in its public outreach efforts. through October 31. This natural pro- cycle of the Loggerhead Sea Turtle; al information, please call 472-0404.4" cess has happened on Sanibel Island for centuries, and the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation — along, with the city - is committed to the protection of these endangered species. Two of the most effective ways beach- front property owners and visitors can help protect these creatures is by reduc- ing or eliminating the illumination of the dune area and by keeping all furniture and trash off the beach between the hours of 9 p.m. and 7 a.m. This entails NEW BREAKFAST SANIBEL SKILLETS I turning off all unnecessary lights, repo- sitioning light fixtures and closing blinds and drapes, as well as removing beach furniture from the beach and dune areas when not in use. In 1997 and 1998, the city adopted ?O«TA&EIIO ordinances for marine turtle protec- tion. They protect nesting and hatchling AVOCADO JOASTP:$%v •'•?mm marine turtles from the adverse effects h of artificial lighting, improve nesting TOMATOES habitat and increase nesting activity and the production of hatchlings. The ordi- nances address beachfront lighting and unattended beach furniture left on the beach. Although the official dates of sea turtle nesting season are May 1 through October 31, these ordinances are in effect year-round. iiM VoiwftHwte Imm to! One of the most remarkable natu- ral phenomena that occurs on Gulf of Mexico beaches is the nesting of the log- gerhead sea turtle. Sanibel's 11 miles of •' 1 Gulf front have more nesting activity than any other beach in Lee County. The city encourages everyone to experience the nesting of the loggerheads and to respect them during their nesting ritual. Baby sea turtles have a one-in-a-thousand chance of survival, according to the Natural TA Resources Department, so persons are asked to do their part to ensure that they continue to exist for future generations. The recent passage of Hurricane Charley destroyed a significant amount of dune vegetation and had the potential to alter many of the light fixtures facing Gulf beaches. Gulf front property owners should make sure that their properties are in compliance with the city's marine WE PROUDLY turtle protection ordinances and that arti- BREW ficial lighting from their property is not STARBUCKS illuminating the beach. An easy way to COFFEE test if your property is in compliance is to * i go out on the beach on a moonless night 2163 ?ERIVIMLE WAY, SANIBEL, FLORIDA • 472-0606 • CALL MEAD SEATING AVAILABLE • O?EN 7 A.M. TO 10 ?.M. and look seaward. If a shadow is cast towards the water, there is a potential to 'Rockpoit Massachusetts Supporting CROW Escape In Rockport, they are enjoying black back gulls and herring gulls, but to residents and friends of Rockport, any kind of gull is worth helping. And that's exactly what they are doing when they visit Kaihlanen's gallery and purchase a raffle ticket to win one of his limited edition, signed prints, Escape Up A Tree. As a wildlife painter, Lauri was anxious about the fate of the animals and birds on esidents and friends of Bearskin Neck in Rockport, Massachusetts, are learn- Sanibel and Captiva during and after Hurricane Charley. His paintings during the fall ing about Sanibel s Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife (CROW) and sup- and winter of 2004-05 reflect that concern. The "escape" painting, features most of Rporting its efforts through a unique and heartfelt raffle by artist and CROW the known critters which reside on these islands. Lauri had a limited edition print made friend, Lauri Kaihlanen. of the painting, with many of them selling during his time on Capttva this year. When Many people on Sanibel and Captiva recognize Lauri's work of whimsical rac- he returned home to Rockport, he still had the critters on his mind, so he decided to coons and other wiHlife riding bicycles. He and his wife, Anne, have been long-time offer tiie prints in a raffle, donating part of the proceeds to CROW, which is an orga- winter residents of Captiva Island, with Lauri having visited the island with his parents nization near and dear to his heart. since he mid-1970s. Lauri is the artist and owner of Kaihlanen Galleries on historic Bearskin Neck in Rockport, Massachusetts, where he and his wife spend the summer "Hurricane Charley left a lasting legacy of destruction on the islands, so I wanted to months. use that legacy in a positive way and depict the rebirth and regrowth of the islands in my new paintings," said Kaihlanen. "Wildlife always has been an inspiration to me for Sanibellsland's Most Creative Dining Experience Where mermaids abound in an island ambiance swimming with local history" Try our Chef's Favorites: A , * Duck a la Rouge* Red Snapper Macadamia>) Salmon Escalade* Seafood Crepes * Grouper en Papillote* Lollipop Chop* Drunken Shrimp -PW *>. 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What better vehicle for that sharing than the Clinic for the Rehabilitation of I Wildlife," said Lauri. a CROW's president, Ann Moran, was pleased to hear about Lauri's raffle. > "Saving our wildlife is what CROW is XI about, and it is wonderful that Kaihlanen K> recognizes the importance of our work in ISLAND f L O B *W > r O saving hurt, injured and orphaned wildlife. Wildlife inspires many, from novelists to poets, actors, dancers and musicians, Home and it is clear that wildlife is important to Lauri and his work," she said. Established in 1968, CROW is one of the nation's leading wildlife rehabilitation hospitals for tropical native and migratory wildlife. A nonprofit veterinary hospital, Ca» Ahead 5<^ting Available CROW provides medical care for 3,500 injured and orphaned wildlife patients each year from all of Lee County. More than 200 different species and 47,000 (^yourQamd patients have been treated at CROW, a significant percentage of which has been Hugo Le Bris released back into the wild. ugo Le Bris from France found a CROW relies exclusively on private junonia on a west Gulf beach. donations to operate. Birgit Vertesch, Tennis • Soccer • NA5CAR H Hugo started shelling a few director of development for CROW, days ago and was told he would find a e explains that the number of patients junonia after three days, he did! received by CROW continues to increase I 6 TV^ • *y"" Island's Largest S and financial contributions are very important. Gifts can be mailed to CROW at PO Box 150, Sanibel, FL 33957. 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"I was looking for a sundial shell her second time shelling on Sanibel. also known as the 'Architectural Shell' "I was so happy to find a junonia I did FRIDAY & SATURDAY because when you look at the underside the Chicken Dance at the beach. Thanks Prime Rib 8oz. $io.95 • Prime Rib lOoz. $12.95 it is said to have influenced Leonardo to my husband, Thomas, who encourages De Vinci to design the spiral staircase; my shelling trips."* SUNDAY • Herb Roasted Chicken Breast $9.95 when there it was, just lying there."* Located at Periwinkle & Casa Ybel 'Our E-Mail address is [email protected] 1700 Periwinkle Way* Sanibel Island, FL Store Hours Every Day - 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. 472-9300 glass balls when the |The Simple Language Of Orchids sun shines on them. s Jabqticaba: Myrciaria The flowers are white and small. The tree is 5 Cauliflory-Rare Tropical Fruit hardy to 25 degrees F. by Dr. Faye Laurent Granberry, Sanibel orchid hobbyist I never draw the pulp out of a Ft has been a couple of years since I have written about my favor- Jaboticaba without ite rare tropical fruit tree that anyone with a small space can remembering hot, Lgrow-Jaboticaba: Myrciaria cauliflory. long summer days in In August 1985, when I arrived on Sanibel, two of my goals were Louisiana, in the '30s to grow tropical fruit such as the Jaboticaba and orchids, I have with my brother, and come to fulfill my needs to grow tropical fruits successfully. the hired hands' chil- Part of that success is: tropical fruit trees like our climate, adjust to dren, under the shade of my mother's mus- our rainfall, even modify some of their requirements to accommodate Jaboticaba: Myrciaria cauliflory our soil, plus the training by two of Honda's best known and knowl- cadine arbor, sucking edgeable rare tropical fruit growers - Bob and Vivian Murray of Tree out the same type of Top Nursery of Pine Island. Most of my fruit trees have been purchased from them. whitish, sweet juicy pulp, until our mouths were sore. One of my favorite fruit trees is the Jaboticaba - a common tree-if you live in Rio The term cauliflory identifies a type of growth where the flower grows directly on de Janeiro. the branches and the trunk is followed by the fruit. I have observed my carambola has I remember reading in The World Was My Garden, by David Fairchild, of the the same behavior. Fairchild Gardens and The Kampong (his home) in the Coconut Grove area of Horida, The bark has a peeling quality, much like other myrtaceous relatives, especially one about his experiences of first seeing the Jaboticaba in Brazil in 1899. He relates his we know the best, the guava. The peeled bark underneath develops intriguing designs experiences, "Sao Paula is in a climatic region similar in many respects to that of and the pinkest color tone. Horida." This set the stage for Florida growing. During a tour of the Fruit and Spice Park in Homestead before Andrew in 1992, The Jaboticaba requires an acid soil. I planted my two trees in a mixture of soil and Chris Rollins, the director, shared how he had researched until he discovered an air peat moss (for the acid). My trees receive the morning sun, shifting sun in the after- layered clone of the famous Honda Younghans Jaboticaba that was not only a novelty noon, and protection against the winds. In the latest storms they did not blow over or but a heavy fruiter. He found the clone in Stuart, Florida, 12 feet tall, and moved it to even lose a leaf, while many of my plants and trees were destroyed.The trees were the Fruit and Spice Park. Miami Herald garden writer and author, Nixon Smiley, has two years old, 16 inches tall when planted. Now they are about 20 years old, 12 feet photographed and written feature stories regarding the story. tall and five feet wide. The tree is notorious for a long period of juvenility. Vivian has The Murrays, in the earlier years, did most of their propagation of the Jaboticaba reminded me over the years that the tree mass size usually determines when it will by seeds. The seed is polyembryonic, meaning there are four to six plants per seed, produce fruit. and should come true to type. My trees started fruiting at 12 years of age and now produce two to three crops a Review of culture needs: acid soil will tolerate standing water for a short period, year. One week ago, my trees produced over 100 large sweet purple grape-like fruit. needs a levee around plants at drip line - fill with water two times a week. Use acid I do not know of a common name for the Jaboticaba. Why bottler? I love the organic fertilizer - heavy feeders. No pests, except local wildlife and friends who know rhythmic Jaboticaba romantic sound. the location of the trees. Use chicken wire on the ground to stop wild animals. The cauliflory growth of the blooms and fruit, like large muscadine grapes, are Tree can be air-layered or grafted. I strongly suggest buying the oldest tree possible. unique. The black grapes hang in bunches on the branches. The fruit looks like purple Tree will grow in a container - easiest way to control all the variables. I remember a poem that I hope to repeat correctly that David Fairchild created and read at a din- ner for the Popenoes, rekriowned rare fruit explorers, at Freund's restaurant in Washington, April 16, 1914. The men have returned, they are back from Brazil And the stories they tell would make your blood chill. T'was a weird kind of fruit that they went to see, Growing all up and down on a slow- growing tree. Few men who can do what they surely have done . Tarpon Bay Caught the Jaboticaba without a Water Temp gun Most Unique Dining Experience No wonder they reach for it, eager 24.9 C • 76.8 F to see What a new kind of drink let Salinity Jaboticaba could be: 27.5 We welcome them back from the jungles and streams, Of Brazil the mysterious, the land full of dreams. On another note-, the Master Gardeners of Sanibel and Captiva will Wish feature a workshop on Tuesday, May 5, 10 a.m. to noon at the Sanibel Library. Featured speakers will be Julie Leigh, Reservations for Lunch Southwest Florida's foremost expert on Looking for citrus fruit, Maryann Linton, herb expert and Master Gardener Faye Granberry extra hours? on rare fruit. The meeting is open to the public, no charge, no reservations required.^' Dixieland Jazz Band Dr. Granberry is president of the Part-time server wanted Sanibel-Captiua Orchid Society. She is a well-known orchid hobbyist, lecturer, writer and a Master Gardener. She holds a BS degree in horticulture and 472-1956 graduate degrees in psychology. few of these cotton bolls to share with my Faye Granberry, 19-year master gar- 25 Gardening friends. So you may see cotton growing dener, member of the Master Gardener's all over this island. One of the nice things Hall of Fame, will present a lecture on On Sanibel about gardening is sharing. the tropical fruit Jaboticaba which she by Hulda Walters Happy gardening!^ grows in her Sanibel garden. Her weekly column appears in the Island Sun and Life happens the River Weekly News. while one's making Master Julie Leigh, a 19 year master gar- plans. dener, Fort Myers, one of Southwest SUPPORT John Lennon Gardener's Florida's foremost authorities on citrus will share her success and technique of Tfeel sad every producing citrus fruit for over 50 years in OUR LOCAL time I drive down Workshop her citrus grove. She will discuss varieties IL! Periwinkle as I he Master Gardeners of Sanibel of citrus, maintance, and how and when Ol miss that beautiful and Captiva will conduct a free to pick the fruit. Leigh has been honored ECONOMY arbor of pine trees Tworkshop at the Sanibel Library many times for her contributions to the that adorned the area. on Tuesday, May 3, 10 p.m. to noon. Master Gardener program. Shop and Dine However I always knew that would Three outstanding plant authorities The Master Gardener program of Lee be the first thing to go when we had a will conduct the sessions that are free County conducts the monthly workshops storm as those trees are so brittle. I'm and open to the public. Maryann Linton, at the Sanibel Library, the first Tuesday On Island anxious to find out what the city plans to known for her techniques of success- of each month on timely subjects for the do about the planting of new foliage on fully growing a large variety of herbs on public. All workshops are free, no reser- Periwinkle. Sanibel, will address the group on the vations required. Spring is finally here and now you selection .of herbs, their care and their The Horticulture Society of the can get to your gardening in earnest. It uses. She has been a speaker at the Islands, chaired by Faye Granberry, par- is time to prune back the dead in your meetings for a number of years. She will ticipates in the workshops. =$ shrubbery and trees, give a good feeding bring to the meeting an herb edible treat. to all of your palm trees with manganese and water in well. Unfortunately one of the fun things • ••• Serving Dinner 7 Days we get to do in the spring is pulling up all JEAN LE BOEUF 5:30 - 10pm the weeds that have grown all winter, but FT. MYERS NEWS PRESS' that is an important step in insuring the Piano Bar • Private Parties 2761 West Gulf Drive beauty of your garden. If you have roses, Ample Parking Adjacent to Nutmeg Village prune back the dead and feed well with a good rose food. The main things we have Sanibel -472-1141 to do this time of year are feeding, water- .RivieraOfSanibel.com ing and weeding. Now you are ready to go to your favorite nursery and set out blooming plants that, will survive the sum- mer sun to bring color to your garden. It is also a good idea to do some mulching because that holds the moisture in and prevents weeds. Of course, I can never go to a nursery without coming home with a car full of new plants. So I have been busy planting and mulching, feeding and watering. Two of the plants that I picked up recently were a white and a yellow crown of thorns. Prior to finding these two colors I had only seen this plant with red blos- From the shores of the Riviera, soms so it was fun to find something dif- the Gulf Coast of Sanibel, enjoy Northern ferent. Another plant I picked up was a Italian Cuisine & Mediterranean Specialties pink Ixora and one of my neighbors was so kind as to come and plant it for me. . This plant grows quickly and blooms all i .-jfriw *" W year long so it is beautiful all year long. I feed all of my geraniums with a mix- ture of fish emollition in my watering can. This keeps them blooming all year long. I know it seems like you buy a lot of differ- ent fertilizers for your plants but different plants have different needs. As you know I have a large barrel in which I collect rain water. So I dip that water and carry it to all of my good plants. I had planted a small start of an African tulip tree last fall and gave it to my son Tom. Believe it or not this little ZJ. start grew to 10 feet in about six months m and has several beautiful orange blossoms in its top. Talk about the perfect spot. Since this is so rare I guess my son has inherited my green thumb. Recently, I planted a cotton boll, and it is amazing how it has grown and put out new bolls of cotton. I have com- ~ Casual'fine dming mcli entertainment nightly in the 1'iano Bar and hpunge.'-i mented that if I were a cotton farmer Dolce Motie. Treat yourself to a favorite dish from around the world while y&i tline with that kind of luck I would be rich. At the trendy casmopoiitm atmosphere Visit: www.DolteVitaOfSanii3ej.con1 the last Garden Club meeting I took a can be interpreted by I Peopleworks Comes To BIG ARTS the viewer in many different ways such as colorful, sensitive, exciting, decorative, powerful, enlightening, innocent, thoughtful, imaginative, entertain- ing, uninhibited, deli- cate or humorous. "One of the neat things about art," says Rosenberg, "a painting can take on. an entirely ' new meaning by the viewer. This exhibit cer- tainly has the capability to renew a childlike spirit and enthusiasm in adults who see it." Donations for mate- Sanibel School students rials have been gener- ously contributed by Sanibel pottery artist, he community is invited to The Sanibel School Annual Art Exhibit in Phillips Emily Muench, mem- Gallery from May 4 through 19. The public is welcome to meet the artists at bers of the Southwest the reception on Friday, May 6, from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. This year's theme, Florida Craft Guild T and Sanibel's Hirdie Peopleworks, explores the students' expressive interpretation of the human form in stylized work using a variety of media including watercolor, sculpture, mosaic Girdie Art Gallery. and pastel. Some of the materials and time limitations within the academic setting This delightful exhibit have presented the artists with many challenges. Their teacher, Suzanne Skinner, is of 350 artworks is on pleased that BIG ARTS again has given every student the opportunity to have work view weekdays from 1 displayed. Visual arts education provides the students with attainable goals and a to 4 p.m. through May wonderful opportunity to explore their talents. It also gives the students skills they 19. For more informa- can use in other endeavors where creative and orderly thinking, discipline, improvi- tion about this show sation/flexibility, cooperative effort and goal setting may be required. and other events at "Seeing the world through the eyes of a child" is what interests Carol Rosenberg, BIG ARTS, call Peopleworks chair and Visual Arts Committee member. This year's art is particularly 395-0900* absorbing because each of the students has depicted the human form in a personally unique way, and each piece expresses the originality of the individual artist. 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Featured bass player for the evening will be Jeff Carswell. Showtime is Youth Orchestra 7 p.m. Tickets are $15 advance/$20 day of show. Frizzell Amphitheatre is To Perform located on the Alliance for the Arts he Southwest Florida Symphony campus lawn, at the southeast corner of Youth Orchestra, led by conduc- McGregor and Colonial Boulevards in Ttor David Eccles, will perform a Fort Myers. For more information and delightful program featuring Ravel's tickets call 939-2787. Mother Goose Suite and Cesar Frank's Enhanced CD Released Symphony in D Minor at Barbara B. Heads Up International has released Mann Performing Arts Hall May 3 at an enchanced CD of Word of Mouth 7 p.m. Featured soloist will be Kristen Revisited (HUCD 3078), a brilliant trib- Weir, winner of the 4th Annual Youth ute to Pastorius' legacy that features the Concerto Winner. This concert salutes 14-piece Jaco Pastorius Big Band, along the graduating seniors and showcases with guest appearances by the most tal- the talented Sinfonietta, conducted by ented electric bass players on the contem- Jaco Pastorius Big Band Karen Magin, who will perform Camille porary jazz scene: Victor Bailey, Richard span by most standards - Pastorious Temptations and Parti Page. Saint Saens' Danse Macabre. Bona, Jeff Carswell, Jimmy Haslip, single-handedly shattered the boundar- Graves' orchestra served as the labora- The Southwest Florida Symphony Christian McBride, Marcus Miller, David ies of the electric bass and redefined its tory in which Pastorious first explored Youth Orchestra is an educational out- Pastorius, Gerald Veasley and Victor potential across all idioms of music. the depth and scope of his genius as a reach effort of the Southwest Florida Wooten. The recording also boasts a pre- The Jaco Pastorius Big Band is the writer and arranger. The five-year gig Symphony. These talented and gifted viously unrecorded track with Pastorious. life-long project of trombonist/conductor with Graves was also a springboard for youth musicians are auditioned and come The ascendance of bassist Jaco Peter Graves, who first hired Pastorious Pastorious' later pursuits that included from throughout Lee and surrounding Pastorius in the 1970s was a singular in 1971 to join the rhythm section a brilliant solo recording, six years with counties. Tickets are $6 and can be pur- phenomenon in the evolution of jazz: of what was then known as the Peter Weather Report, collaborative projects . chased at the door or by calling the ticket with an impact that continues to tran- Graves Orchestra - the house band at the with various high-profile artists - Joni office at 418-1500.* scend genres and resonate among his Bachelors in, a popular Fort Lauderdale Mitchell and Pat Metheny to name a few army of disciples more than a decade nightclub. The group backed a variety; - and his own progressive jazz project, after his untimely passing. From the mid of top jazz and pop acts ranging from Word of Mouth, which featured Graves 70s to the mid '80s - a relatively short Mel Torme and Nancy Wilson to the and various other members of Graves' Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation Dolphin & Wildlife Cruises fJine Uialian 'Dinin Daily, 4 to 5:30 p.m., Pine Island g May 2005 Sound; departs McCarthy's Marina, in oar S7sfar2 by Di Saggau of the stage you get a C/3 look into the men's lives very now and then a play comes along that you want to outside their home. The share with everyone. Shout its merits from the roof top! play is not depressing. EThe Boys Next Door is one of them. Florida Repertory It's full of humor and Theatre is now presenting this touching, gem of a play by clever dialogue that Tom Griffin. Director Bob Cacioppo agreed with me that this guides you through the § is a tough play to sell, considering it tackles a difficult subject. world in which these It's about four mentally disabled men living in a group home. men live, You come Cacioppo said, "We're hoping word of mouth will bring in the away from it with a new crowds." I'm sure it will, and hopefully this review and others respect for the mentally also will help. Believe me, the play is a winner in every sense challenged and for the of the word. people who work with **:%••" The first person you meet is Arnold, brilliantly played by Terry Sneed. Arnold is the them. The actors spent take-charge member of the household. He easily gets very nervous and also is quite time with LARC, Lee opinionated. Lucian, played by Herb Parker is an older black man with the mind of Association of Retarded a child. Jason Scott Quinn portrays Norman, who works in a Krispy Kreme donut Citizens and at The shop and is obsessed with eating them. He also pines after his girlfriend Sheila played Ruth Cooper Center, to by intern Audra Yokley. Greg Longenhagen is Barry, a brilliant schizophrenic who accurately portray their escapes the world of reality by fancying himself as a professional golfer. Then there's characters. Jack, played by Zolan Henderson. Jack is caregiver to the boys. He also acts as narra- In small but important tor throughout explaining their various personalities. roles are Carrie Lund, 4.- It doesn't take long for the characters in the play to grab hold of you. You are Dick Westlake and Nick enthralled with them, you love them. They make you laugh with them, not at them. Hamel. Cacioppo's Their body movements, mannerisms, facial exressions and timing are perfect. You also directing and the fine get a feel for how some of the men are treated by family and the general public. For performances by all the Terry Sneed in Boys Next Door example, Barry hasn't seen his father in nine years, but he's thankful for the box of actors bring this play to chocolates that arrive from dad every Christmas, even though he's allergic to choco- life. It's a respectful and late. memorable portrayal of life as most of us do not know it. The audience stood and There are some very touching scenes, especially one where Barry and Sheila are cheered for this extraordinary production. I strongly recommend you see The Boys dancing and all of a sudden they are transformed into the likes of Ginger Rogers and Next Door. It plays through May 15 at Florida Repertory Theatre in downtown Fort Fred Astaire. You realize that in their minds, that's how they see themselves. In anoth- Myers in the historic Arcade Theatre on Bay Street between Jackson and Hendry er scene, Lucian goes before a state representative to try to show that he belongs in Streets. For tickets, call the box office 332-4488.* the group home. At one point, Lucian stands and eloquently states his case. Again, it's all in his mind, because Lucian can't even recite the alphabet. These are powerful . moments that I won't soon forget. OTHER DAY SPECIAL nlililililiiliiinljiliiil Gift Certificates & Complimentary Gift Pack The Schoclliouse Theater Just in for Spring, revitalize Mom with Children's Program a Citrus Facial June 6th - July 30th Performanee on f^^Jf Ages 11-18 With age-management ingredients and refreshing July 30th ••r 24 classes Total with scents of orange, lemon, mango and kukui, Citrus Siesta facial reveals smoother, more radiant skin. a classes per week • a Performance Mon, Wed & Fri V at the end 2-3 hours per class M $200 for the P||||ct to Pamper her this Mother's Day. depending on how ^ whole program $9E^|cludes a one-hour facial and complimentary many sign up gift paH&Hjf toil's Vitamin C Total Body Skin System. 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"This year marks he Southwest Florida Symphony the 200th anniversary of the birth of OAK GRILL Chorus, led by Conductor Joseph Hans Christian Anderson and this delight- ALL FOODS Caulkins, will perform Sing Me ful performance offers a fitting tribute to Named one T him," said Shirley Furry, executive direc- oftheTopTen PREPARED To Heaven May 15 at 3 p.m. at St. Columbkille Church in Fort Myers. tor of the Southwest Florida Symphony. Restaurants FRESH DAILY USA Today hails Larsen's work, "She is in S.W.Florida This eclectic collection of inspirational ECLECTIC CUISINE choral works will lift your spirit. The the only English speaking composer since VOTED program features Gawthrop's moving Benjamin Britten who matches great Best Chef VEGETARIAN & CHILDREN'S Sing Me To Heaven, Thompson's The verse with fine music so intelligently and of the Islands MENU AVAILABLE Lord Is My Shephard and the Children's expressively." Chorus singing the Florida premiere of The repertoire also was chosen to Libby Larsen's The Ballerina and The represent works that will be performed Clown. for a recording to be sold to benefit the "This program is a compilation of fundraising efforts of the Symphony some of those truly special pieces that Chorus members as they prepare for the chorus has performed over the past their European tour in the spring of four years, as well as new works that are 2006. "We chose American composers THE OT WHITE mi whose work celebrates the diversity of especially inspirational and uplifting," explained Caulkins. Included in the rep- our country and offers a tribute to those ertoire will be Stephen Paulus' Hymn for Americans we consider our heroes," said America, which was commissioned for Caulkins. The program also previews the Mormon Tabernacle Choir in 2003 many of the works to be sung on the and will be performed for only the sec- tour, which will include St. George's ond time here in Fort Myers. Harpist Kay Chapel at Windsor Castle in London, Kemper will be featured throughout the Notre Dame in Paris and stops in France, afternoon, and Youth Chorus member Switzerland and Germany. Hand Tossed Pizza • Gyros & Wings • Appetizers & Salads Emma Lee Clinger, will light up the stage Portions of this concert will be record- Sandwiches & Subs • Cold Beer To Go • Daily Specials with her rendition of American Tears, ed for the CD, while additional recording sessions will take place prior to the con- Private Parties • Kids Menu • Wine & Beer a tribute for those lost during 9/11. "St. Columbkille Church offers a superb cert. "The rehearsals and pre-recording Free Food, Beverage & Beer Delivery acoustic atmosphere that will enhance sessions will focus our attention to every To Sanibel & Captiva, Up To The South Seas Entrance the beauty of the music chosen," nuance and detail. You can't help but Caulkins said. perform at your best when you are being Serving Lunch & Dinner The Children's Chorus will perform recorded. This will be one of our best 2440 Palm Ridge Road, Sanibel the Florida premiere of Larsen's The performances yet!" Caulkins added. Tickets are $12 and can be purchased (Next to Goodwill - In Pelican Place) Ballerina & The Clown. The work originally was commissioned for the at the door or by calling the ticket office 472-0212 or 472-0323 Syracuse Children's Chorus and is based at 418-1500.* All Major Credit Cards Accepted on a series of paper cuttings created by Hans Christian Anderson which inspired actions five years earlier. He wants her 31 Getting Momma forgiveness. There's nothing like the fire- works that errupt when you put two exes | Married Is Easier together. I'm not going to tell you who O Ann ends up with, except to say it's one C/5 Said Than Done of her exes, which you've already figured by Di Saggau out by now. These are seasoned actors who put 'ow playing their all into their roles, which makes at the Off for a fun-filled evening. The audience NiBroadway enjoyed it and I heard good comments Palm Theatre, on the way out. I did feel that the script is the comedy could have used a little updating or at Getting Momma least be a bit snappier at times. While Married. Ann having momma smoking "pot" made for Finnery (Jennie a few laughs, it really didn't contribute Hollander-Carisiello) much to the plot. is a bitter woman The set is well done and quite elabo- because her hus- rate for a small stage. All the action takes band left her five years ago for a younger place in Ann Rnnery's one-bedroom woman. She's sworn off men and who apartment in Santa Monica, California. can blame her? However her daughter Getting Momma Married plays Julie (Kate Feerick) is on a mission to get Paul Gregory Nelson, Jenny Hollander-Carisiello, Gerry Konjura and Paul Bemier through May 15 at the Off Broadway momma back into the dating scene and Palm Theatre, 1380 Colonial Boulevard get her married again. It's no easy task. His hair is gone, his teeth are false, he's down with gold chains and carrying a in Fort Myers.' For tickets call 278-4422. Julie is a free spirit who flits from one wearing thick black glasses and clothes You'll enjoy it.$ form of meditation to another. In one bottle of Ouzo. Seems there isn't enough that make him look like a lit up Christmas of the Greek libation to completely loos- scene she is lighting incense in the apart- tree. Ed also remembers a much slimmer ment and her mother shouts, "Would en her inhibitions. She ends up turning and younger looking Ann. He expects the table on the Greek and he turns her you stop making the place smell like a her to look the same, not rounded •Himalayan whorehouse?" apartment into shambles. The evening is around the edges with gray in her hair. a hysterical disaster. As the play opens, Ann awaits the One thing Ed has going for him is he's Another three months later, in act arrival of her first husband, Ed Finnery worth about a million dollars. But will that three, Ann has lost 20 pounds, the gray (Paul Bernier), who called and said he'd be enough to attract Ann? hair is gone, she's wearing make-up and Our E-Mail address is like to stop by for a visit. It's been 20 In the second act, it's three months is a very attractive 50-ish lady. 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PISCES (February 19 to March Gunn"; Perry Como was voted Best < of doubt you're feeling, maybe it's you telling yourself to go slow on this until LIBRA (September 23 to October 20) An interesting challenge looms Male Vocalist, and Ella Fitzgerald you learn more about it. 22) Your balanced approach to life that could be exactly what you've Best Female Vocalist. "Volare," by TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) proves to be helpful this week when been looking for. Discuss this with Domenico Modugno, won Best Record. Accepting new commitments when you someone you care for needs your spiri- . colleagues who could have much to • On May 7, 1966, "Monday, haven't yet finished the batch on hand tual comfort, while someone else ben- contribute and who might want to join Monday," by the Mommas and the could be a bit rash. Better to ease up on efits from your tough-love practicality. with you. Papas, hits the top of the charts. It was the new ones until you get further along SCORPIO (October 23 to BORN THIS WEEK: Your heart is the first No. 1 hit by a musical quartet with your current lot. November 21) Once again, you're always open to offer loving concern for featuring fully balanced co-ed vocals. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) likely to be asked to keep a secret for others. And they, in turn, reach out to • On May 2, 1972, Buddy Baker Reward yourself for what's sure to be a someone. But do you really want to do complete the circle. becomes the first stock-car driver to finish a 500-mile race in less than three dynamic week with a getaway to some- so? Be honest with yourself and with THIS WEEK IN HISTORY place wonderful, hopefully with a won- your needs before you make any such hours en route to winning the Winston derful someone. You'll return refreshed commitment. • On May 6, 1937, the airship Select 500 at the Alabama Motor and ready for what's ahead. SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to Hindenburg, the largest dirigible ever Speedway in Talladega. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) December 21) Taking a more direct built and the pride of Nazi Germany, • On May 8, 1984, the Soviet Some people might be anxious about approach from the more diplomatic one bursts into flames upon touching its Union announces ^ boycott of the your plans. So you need to take time to you've used before could make a dif- mooring mast in Lakehurst, N.J., killing 1984 Summer Olympic Games in Los explain what you expect to do and how ference in finally resolving a too-long- 36 passengers and crewmembers. Angeles. Although the Soviets cited you expect do it. And don't forget to held disagreement. Try it. • On May 3, 1947, Japan's postwar security concerns, the boycott was ask for suggestions. CAPRICORN (December 22 to constitution goes into effect. The pro- more likely the result of strained Cold LEO (July 23 to August 22) Dealing January 19) Being asked for advice gressive constitution granted universal War relations due to America's gener- with an unfamiliar problem can be dif- is flattering to the Sea Goat, who has suffrage, stripped Emperor Hirohito ous aid to Muslim rebels fighting in ficult. The wisest course you can take is a habit of saying the right thing. This of all but symbolic power, stipulated Afghanistan — and payback for the to ask for advice from those who have time, expect someone to be especially a bill of rights, abolished peerage and U.S. boycott of the 1980 Olympics in been where you are and have come impressed and to act on that sentiment. outlawed Japan's right to make war. Moscow. through it. Good luck. AQUARIUS (January 20 to The document was largely the work of February 18) With a number of pres- Supreme Allied Commander Douglas PIZZA IS HERE! 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Cul-de-sac Home lot Build here Cleared Near-pool Lot 2 On water Mostly clear Southwest Tropical V Central area exposure GULF SHORES ISLAND WOODS THE SANCTUARY Near-beach Community poo!, Sanibel's private home lot! tennis, & nature! golf community Course, a dedicated and wonderful group of people that are there for us; a fantas- ^ Beochview Women's tic golf pro, Scot Hatto; a great chef, Mark Davis; an outstanding manager, Carrie Lambert; and an unbeatable^ wait staff. ? Golf Association Nancy reintroduced the ne?itf members and explained £#the changes that have taken place during her year in office. Jill Bugby presented Nancy with a set of four tumblers designed by JLucas Century in appreciation of her hard work.=& " ' , . SPORTS QUIZ 1. Who has won the most World Series - the Dodgers or the Pirates? 2. Who was the last Dodger before Adrian Beltre in 2004 to lead the National League in home runs for a season? 3. Name the only player to win an Outland Trophy (college football's top interior line- man) twice. 4. Who was the last NBA player before Shaquille O'Neal to win the regular-season MVP Award and later be traded? 5. Name the four teams at the NCAA hockey's Frozen Four in 2004. 6. St. Louis has won the most NCAA men's soccer championships with 10. When was the school's last title? ANSWERS S861 PUB Gloria Waterhouse, Joan Miller and Barbara McGuffin SGm g£6X u33M}aq QZ aPBUJ aH 'L ' SZ6I JI 9 dmsuoiduJBUD aqj uom J3AU3Q aSano^ uojsog pue mn[nQ-Bps3uu!^[ 'autej^i U3AU3Q g '9661 u! uojsnon o) papBfl SBM puB ue u n April 20 the Beachview ladies had a beautiful day to enjoy their final g66 X ui paemB j/\]^[ 3ip uom fep^aeg sapio y 3861 P 1861 ! uo^uiuaiy 3ABQ scramble of the season. 13}U3O e>|seiqa(vi g 9S6I Ul- C, }iit [ -lapiug 3>jnQ z (6L61 u! *SBI) 3AU uom 3ABM s^^y u SB 3 O The winning team of Barbara McGuffin, Joan Miller and Gloria Waterhouse i^Sanqs^y am '(8861 ! ^ 1 m) x,s uom 3ABM SJ3Spoa sapSuy soq^ppoia *U. I shot a 42.7. In second place shooting a 46 were Mary Jane Proctor, Jean Reed, Joan Renner and Nancy Stell. Third place went to Nancy Carlile, Terry Lohser and Diane Metz with a 46.7. The scramble was followed by a luncheon at Beachview Restaurant. Prizes were Beachview awarded to the previously announced winners of the Club Championship by Shirley MacKay. Marilyn Humphries awarded prizes for ringers, chip-ins, and birdies; The Men's Golf Our E-Mail address is most improved player in the nine-hole group was Carol House and Joan Renner was the most improved player in the 18-hole group. Association [email protected] Nancy Stell, the president, thanked the following: the great staff at Beachview Golf by Ed O'Neil he strangest season in memory is winding down on Sanibel, and the Tgolfers are trickling for the border ERIC'S LISTING in increasing numbers. With them they'll carry memories of the shocking first look OF THE WEEK at the barrier islands, the changed sky- line, canvas covered roofs and uncovered pools. Then came heating weather when The Sanctuary Golf Club it was supposed to be cool; cooling when it should have been warm; and rains in spring when it should have been dry. Memberships For Sale Despite all of that, it was fun, really great fun when it was supposed to be Sanibel Island fun: good golf, great parties and a sea- son when more than 85 percent of the Beachview Men's Golf Association mem- bers shared in the prizes. The next-to-last week of the season, April 23, featured a variable better ball Charming House On East End 2 bedroom, 2 bath house in.excellent condition. tournament — popular because you had Near to the beach. Fenced back yard. Sanibel Land Developments, Inc. (SLI) little room to hide with three shots used Offered furnished - $619,000 on par threes. a developer in The Sanctuary, has only Don Hummel, the club champion, took both first prizes for the week, as he a few more memberships for sale to has much of the year. He teamed with Jim Purviance, Ed House and Dick Grant interested parties. These memberships for a 94 score. Bill Steil, recovered from a collision ' do NOT require you to live in with an ice cream cone in Italy last sum- mer, is hitting his real form and should The Sanctuary. SLI will pay part of be trouble in Arkansas this year. Bill com- bined with Jack Shea, Rod Verblaauw. : your first two years dues. and John Moores with a 106. Third, in a playoff, saw Barry (A SAVINGS of $15,000.) Humphries, Tom Ware, Guy Tober and Bill Sadd nose out Stu Merz, Ed Young For more information, please call and John Royce at 108. Call Eric Pfeifer Hummel and Bill Pritchard won the Realtor, Broker-Associate Steve Cochlan or Joanna Shine at two-man best ball on April 19 with a 239-472-5187 (x259) • 80Q-553-7338 (x259) 24 for nine holes. Jack Tukey and Rene 239-472-5257 (Evenings) • 239-851-3699 (Cell) 312-759-2600. 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(104032) "He is a fine offensive player and he's making the plays at third base. His left-hand- Miracle's Matt Moses Has ed bat is sure suited for our stadium (the Metrodome)," Rantz added. The Miracle will be home this weekend for a crucial three-game series beginning Blazing Start; Could Be Twins tomorrow, Saturday, against the first-place Lakeland Tigers. The first pitch is 7.05 p.m. tomorrow, 1:05 p.m. Sunday, and 7:05 p.m. Monday. A tote bag giveaway pro- 3 Future Third-Baseman. motion and Scout Night will be Saturday. by Ed Frank Firecats Remain Unbeaten. Best Start in Team History. With a 42-37 thumping of the South Georgia Wildcats last weekend, the Horida t's no secret in major league baseball that the year-after- Firecats, the defending champion of arenafootball2, ran their 2005 season record to year success of the Minnesota Twins is the result of one of 4'0, the best start in the team's five-year history. Ithe best, if not the very best, farm system in all of baseball. Firecats quarterback Chris Wallace again led his team, completing 19 of 30 passes And that success often starts right here with their Class A Fort for 121 yards and six touchdowns before more than 6,000 fans at Germain Arena. Myers Miracle baseball team. It was a sweet victory for Wallace against his former team, the Cape Fear Wildcats Could another star of the future in the name of Matt Moses which were renamed South Georgia this season. be looming at Hammond Stadium? The Firecats are on the road this weekend facing the Arkansas Twisters Saturday Less than a month into the 2005 season, Moses, a strapping night. six-foot, one-inch, 220-pound third-baseman for the Miracle, is Everblades Advance in Race for Kelly Cup setting the.Florida State League on fire. Just look at his astound- The Florida Everblades, last year's runner-up for the East Coast Hockey League's ing figures as of early this week: Kelly Cup Championship, took another step early this week in post-season play. • .415 batting average - first in the league. The Everblades went up 2-0 over the Greenville Grrowl in the second round best- • .475 on base percentage - first in the league of-five series with a 4-3 overtime victory Monday night at Germain Arena. • .755 slugging percentage - second in league The Everblades traveled to Greenville for game three, and game four, if necessary. • 18 RBIs, 22 hits, 7 doubles - tied for third in the A deciding fifth game would be back here tomorrow (Saturday) night at Germain.^ league. • 11 extra base hits - tied for second in the league. Albertson Dave Jones. Second place, 63, Moses, just 20 years old, is one of the reasons why the Dunes Results Dave Parmalee, Gil Galius.* Miracle was off to a solid 11-5 start the first three weeks of the season, just one game out of first place in the league's he Dunes Men's Golf Association West Division. Results for the April 20 18 Hole Challenger Golf He was the Twins first round pick (21st overall selection) TTwo-Man Better Ball Match, 50 in the 2003 draft just after graduating Mills Godwin (VA) percent average handicap place score Tournament High School where he hit .488 in his senior year, and was players: named Gatorade Virginia State Player of the Year. A Flight, first place, 57, Bob Rohl, he Tri-County Challenger Little After signing a Twins contract at a reported $1 million- • Matt Moses Hank Humphrey, BillMacNulty, Dewey League will hold its Challenger plus that year, he hit .385 in 18 games for the rookie Gulf Tate. TCharity Golf Tournament on Coast League Twins, and was listed as the seventh best prospect in the league by B Flight, first place, 56, Bob Baumier Saturday, May 7 at Stoneybrook Baseball America. Roy Brodersen, Wally Allaire, Bruce Country Club. This event will help raise "This kid has a lot of talent and the key is staying healthy," said Jim Rantz, the Noble. . monies for children with Downs syn- Twins director of minor leagues. A back injury kept him out of action most of last sea- C Flight, first place, 52, Hubie drome, autism and other mental and son. Whitaker, Jack Trautwein. Second place, physical impairments. Anyone wishing 55, Max Friedersdorf, Stan Hirschfeld. to play a four person scramble can call D Flight, first place, 57, Bud Rocky Barron at 239-390-1747.* Enjoy The Care & Attention You Can Only Get From A Family Zurbri; Zurbriggen Financial "Helping You Cross The Bridge To Financial Success" ...The Burns Family Team • Family Wealth Management • Tax Advantaged Investment Planning • Retirement Plan Rollovers Voted #1 Realtors For 2003 HH • Personalized Fee Based Investment Management Real Estate Team • Investment Planning Seminars Call Joe, Joan, Jeff or Tiffany Burns • 239-472-3121 • 800-232-6004 [email protected] www.burnsfamilyteain.coni Securities offered through Securities America. Inc.. Member NASD/S1PC, Advisory Services offered through Securities America Advisors Inc. 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PLUS deeded beach Frankie MacNulty, 56 Proxies will be mailed to all members in access! Only $689,000. Fourth place, Robin Cohan, Carol the event they cannot attend.^ Brodersen, 57 B Flight Lynda Ph: (239) 472-5187 First place, Claudia Finzen, Muriel or (800)553-7338 DeRoberts, 56 GRI www.saniblere.com Second place-tie, Sonja Gans, Traverso Adrienne Cross, Helen Sullivan, Sally Knaub, 59 Fourth place, Millie Ford, Nan Frymoyer, 61 Chip-Ins Linda DeFrancisco, Nancy McConnell, Betsy Cox, Debbie Fairbanks, June Muench, Carol Brodersen. Congratulations to the winners.^ Nifty Niners esults: April 21, four person scramble score: R First place, Julie O'Neill, Ginny Burgoyne, Judy Maurer, 36. Second place tie, B.J Weimer, Bridget Funk, Mary Tobin, Gwen Trautwein and Jeannie Lindman. Roberta Rohl, Joann McKelvey, Sigrid Akers. Chip-Ins, Ginny Burgoyne, 41. 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In 1922, the Purse: $900,000 time in four years at this event, finished 72 Q Yards: 7,520 Southern Open had a one- 2nd Place: John Daly holes at a 13-under-par score of 275. He Par: 72 • year stay with Gene Sarazan Purse: $540,000 i winning the event. It wasn't was joined by Daly, who made a furious CO 3rd Place: Jose Maria Olazabal rally on the back nine to tie Singh. Daly until 1938, when golf returned to New Orleans as the Crescent City Open. Purse: $340,000 After a hiatus from 1949-1958, a golf tournament has been hosted every birdied the final two holes of regulation play year since. Byron Nelson, Billy Casper, Bo Wininger, Tom Watson, Chip to force the playoff. Unfortunately for Daly, his tee shot on the first playoff hole hooked Beck and Carlos Franco are all two-time winners of this event. Vijay Singh into the water, assuring the title for Singh. Spain's Jose Maria Olazabal finished alone looks to add his name to that list as he attempts to defend the champi- in third place at 11-under. Darren Clarke and Greg Owen ended the tournament in a tie onship he won last year. Singh held off Phil Miekelson and Joe Oglivie by for fourth place at 10-under. Singh had a chance to win the tournament in regulation one stroke to win what was the HP Classic of New Orleans. play, but pushed his 8-foot birdie putt on the 18th hole just to the right of the cup. PGA Tournament FOREICAST Golf Trivia Golfing Tip Round 2 Davis Love Ill's father had which One of the many problems profession before his tragic death? that can cause the amateur golfer's iron and wood shots to a) Pilot c) Baseball Player go offline is something not b) Golf Instructor d) Teacher thought about often. Having Partly Cloudy Partly Cloudy Partly Cloudy Partly Cloudy too hard or too soft of a grip jopnj}S}U| J109 (q r Hi: 81 Lo: 65 Hi: 85 Lo: 68 Hi: 83 Lo: 68 Hi: 85 Lo: 63 could be a key to not hitting your shots on the correct line. PGA Tour Player Profile Golf History If your grip is too light, when Jose Maria Olazabal April 29. 1947 - One of the most you make the backswing, your wrists may Birthdate: February 5, 1966 charismatic guys to enter the PGA go into a cupped position. This will result in Birthplace: Fuenterrabia, Spain Tour during the 1970s, Johnny an open clubface from the top of your back- Residence: Fuenterrabia, Spain Miller, was born on this date in San swing all the way through impact. The sim- Turned Professional: 1985 Francisco, Ca. During the time ple solution is to slightly strengthen your grip Joined PGA Tour: 2000 when Jack Nicklaus ruled the golf to let the clubface be more square at impact. World Ranking: 60 world, Miller stormed the PGA tour If you tend to hook the ball, that means that and captured the 1973 U.S. Open your clubface is closed at impact and could 2005 Earnings: $1,123,232 and the 1976 British Open. be closed at the top of your backswing. As a 2005 Best Finish: Tied for 2nd in the BellSouth Classic result, you will need to relax your grip a little PGA Tour Victories: Six victories, including the 1999 Masters bit, allowing the club to make a smooth tran- Tournament sition from the backswing through impact. 2005 Money Leaders World Rankings Driving Distance Putting Average Rank & Player Money Rank & Player Score Rank & Player Avg. Rank & Player Avg. 1) Phil Miekelson $3,842,456 1) Tiger Woods 13.49 1) Scott Hend 314.5 1) Steve Strieker 1.681 2) Tiger Woods $3,836,413 2) Vijay Singh 12.51 2) Brett Wetterich 306.1 2) Joe Ogilvie 1.691 3) Vijay Singh $3,687,090 3) Ernie Els 10.48 3) Tiger Woods 301.1 3) Billy Andrade 1.692 4) David Toms $2,282,443 4) Phil Miekelson 9.40 4) Hank Kuehne 301.0 4) Tim Clark 1.696 5) Fred Funk $1,841,200 5) Retief Goosen 8.15 5) John Elliott .299.7 5) Phil Miekelson 1.698 BOAT Sanibel Rental THE ISLANDS' FIRST AND MOST DEPENDABLE RENTAL SERVICE RENTALS Can Handle Serving Sanibel & Captiva for 20 years Fishing • Cabbage Key Contractor & Homeowner Equipment Available All Your Cribs • Playpens • 30"X39"Roliaway Dolphin Watching Porta Cribs • High Chair • Car Seat • Booster Seat Small Strollers • Large Strollers • Twin Stroller Captains Available Tennis Needs. 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"And this year we're making sure everyone bats in the game.'" t.practice on April 21, the girls on the Phillies team worked on tagging out a "They're all supportive of each other," added Fannon. runner caught between bases. Assistant coach Matt Fannon got in a workout The Blue Jays started the year 0-2 but reeled off four straight wins. "We've seri- Arunning back and forth as the girls developed the proper technique for mak- ously improved," said coach Jim Dowling, whose daughter Maura plays on the team. ing sure the runner didn't escape. "And the girls love each other, they really do."^ Meanwhile, at the next field, Megan Phillips of the Blue Jays was whacking balls into the outfield as the team conducted batting practice. The girls in the senior softball division play their games every Monday night beside SANIBEL DREAM HOUSE The Sanibel School. The games have been closely contested. 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We should have unworkable (and most difficult to com- a week ago some idea by summer. ply with, adding thousands of dollars Lthe House of The Wall Street Journal's pages, of consulting, legal, accounting and Q Representatives voted you would expect, would celebrate the appraisal fees to the cost of death), and to make permanent demise of the death tax. Surprisingly, that is why that system was abolished the abolishment of I have not found this to be the case. in 1976 in favor of the system we now federal estate taxes. Instead, the writers and contributors work under. This bill, HR8, now seem to worry that the repeal of the What's more, certain estates worth moves to the Senate death tax may actually lead to higher between $1.3 and $3.5 million would Gulf View where the delibera- taxes on estates. One must first under- generate more in taxes after the repeal This 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo is in tive body may or may stand how the current law treats estates taxes effect. That's because by 2009 Sundial's guaranteed rental program. not carry forward the for those who die in the year 2010 and the amount exempted from the estate / Offered Furnished $849,000 House bill. At issue is whether the cur- thereafter. tax is slated to rise to $3.5 million. But rent strains on the federal budget can For those affected by the new tax the amount that is shielded from the withstand a $750 billion shortfall that law, the estate tax is replaced by a gains tax is set at $1.3 million. So the is anticipated to happen upon the abol- capital gains tax. This is roughly the new law, in effect, may tax estates that ishment of the federal estate tax from system that was in place before 1976. otherwise would not have been subject 2010 forward. As Ronald Reagan so eloquently stated to the tax. While I generally agree that the in his debate with then President Carter, Sound confusing? The compromise estate tax is confiscatory in nature, I am "There we go again!" suggested by the senators seems more troubled that the tax is being repealed at Here's how the new (old) law would appealing after reviewing the alternative a time when budget deficits are soaring. work. Starting in 2010, estates would to me. Write your senator if you agree. Senators seem to agree. Various United no longer be taxed. But people who ©2005 Craig R. Hersch. You may States senators have suggested that the inherit assets would have to pay capital reach Craig at [email protected] estate tax rate be reduced from 48 per- gains taxes on the difference between cent to 25 percent while maintaining an what was originally paid for an estate's exemption threshold of $2 to $3 mil- assets and the assets' fair market value lion. Others have suggested that the tax as of the date of death of the decedent. 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Toll Free (800) 233-8829 • Main Office (239) 472-1511 • Causeway Office (239) 472-4121 REAL ESTATE FORMERLY PR1SCILLA MUR.PHY REALTY Captiva Office (239) 472-5154 • P.O. Box 57, Sanibel, FL 33957 • www.pmrrealty.com 4 For consideration, please send typed poems uirtfi a short b&gr&phy to Island Sun, 1640 Periwinkle Way, Suite 2, Sanibel FL 33957 Attru Don Brown Or send a Microsoft Word attachment to donbmwn@alum, mitedu Granddaughter by Nancy Mack Sarah's corning in my mind The phrase keeps humming All the while I smile Sarah's coming At Bailey's it's still strumming as I smile Along the aisle... Sarah's coming Sarah's coming Tonight She's flying from school SAVE 10% TO 40% ON LIVING ROOM the plane is late 1:00 am . DINING ROOMS • BEDROOMS • MATTRESS SETS • PATIO'S I read and wait But I can't smile... then I hear The cab through the dark Sarah's coming! Leaving by Nancy Mack Paraphernalia packed 4 PIECE WICKER BEAUTIFUL RATTAN Photos pressed into memory DESK WITH CHAIR BEDROOM SET Reg. $299 DINING SET We shutter the house, six months Reg. $549 Whitewash, White Reg. $599 Includes: Beautiful 6 Drawer Includes: 4 arm chain , Dresser, Mirror, Queen $269 Antique, or Natural In silent cycle $499 Headboard, Nightstand, $499 & 45* Bevel Glass Glass Stain, Natural w/ Base Tops Available, Whitewash * Prior Saks Excluded or Whitewash Sun rises Antique, White or Natural SAVE MORE! Moon decends BUY $5,000 DRAWER! Take Additional 10% Off CHEST Reg. $259 Crickets begin their cacophany NEXT DAY Great horned owl, silhouette perched FAST FREE $229 high Whitewash, DELIVERY! White, Offers benediction Natural or Antique Nancy Mack and her husband, Jack, diuide their time between Winnetka, 5Vear Illinois and Sanibel. She is a member of Waranty Island Writers' Group I## Hotel Mote! $239 $299 $199 $499 Reg.$999 Reg.$1379 Family Owmxi and Operated Rush $749 MON-FRI9-6 SAT. 9-S SUN. 11-5 Smtros 15631 San Carlos Blvd., Fort Myers 1EST Reg.S1249 Reg,$1849 489-3311 15 Year CONVENIENT LOCATION Restate FEOM SAMBEL & FT. MYERS BEACH PfcwTop $179 $949 $999 1479 • www.furniture-world.net • «Shopping With Camille °Sun Dollars Spread %Sun-sationar Savings All Over The Islands! OJ by Camille Kucabct In Palm Ridge Place, you're gonna When's the last time you had home- flowers" candle scented with lilac, the love Rinaldi's Fashion Shoes, famous made fudge? Well, now's the time to symbol of love and beauty. And here's sure sign for Onex, La Plume, Fly-Flot, Callisto, indulge. Take the coupon to Bailey's something Id melt over - an embroi- of summer K-Swiss, Grasshoppers, Minnetonka General Store and take $1 off a pound dered pillow with the sentiment: "The A!L- Island Sun moccasins and more. Bring along the of the most delectable and creamy fla- love that holds our family together is Sun Dollars are here coupon and take $5 off any purchase vors you've ever tasted. This one-stop found in grandma's heart!" - and bigger and of $20 or more (including sale shoes!). shopping emporium features a bakery, A photo of the children in a lovely better than ever! Then you must visit the Sandpiper, deli, meat market and groceries of all frame always makes a thoughtful gift... Included with this , showcasing the island's largest selection kinds, plus a full line of True Value hard- and remember: a special Hallmark greet- issue, the coupon of sterling silver jewelry. Nola will gift ware (home decor and gifts, too) and an ing card will tell her how much she's book contains dozens you with a sterling shell charm when in-store pharmacy. appreciated. of opportunities for you make any silver jewelry purchase. Now if, somehow, you misplaced this Then - before you know it - gradua- terrific savings at many of our favorite Oh, and stop at Jonna's, too, for a valuable document, don't worry. The tion time rolls around, and Arundel's has establishments. scintillating potpourri of unique finery: Island Sun coupon book is available at appropriate gifts for that budding bal- Start at Periwinkle Place, and handpainted wearable art, Lunch at the local resorts, the Chamber of Commerce lerina, biologist, artist or attorney. Visit here's what you'll find: $10 off any Ritz glitz, Eric Javits hats and purses and office and, of course, at.our office in in Heart of the Island plaza, 1626 product or service at Sanibel Day Spa, needlepoint shoes and belts, plus pretty Lime Tree Center, 1640 Periwinkle Periwinkle Way. 15 percent off any purchase at End embroidered pillows, tea towels, ceramic Way. Here's a perfect Mother's Day gift Result, 10 percent off regular priced art, the list goes on. Jonna's coupon With Mother's Day little more than a - a gift certificate to Sanibel Beauty merchandise at Peach Republic - and nets you a 10 percent discount on all week away, these coupons become even Salon, now celebrating 55 years (yes, that's just the beginning. Dine at Gully's regular priced items. more valuable when shopping for the 55!) on the island. Congratulations to for $16.95 all-you-can-eat specials on (first? second?) most important woman Maryanne and the talented staff! Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights. If you take your favorite date to the Greenhouse Grill (coupon in hand), in your life! I'll be back next week with more sug- Next head to Tahitian Gardens and you'll enjoy a free bottle of select wine I'm a happy camper because at least gestions for super savings, courtesy of check out Glassblowers of Sanibel with the purchase of two dinner entrees. one of my offspring and his family will those Sun Dollars. Island for beautiful hand blown gifts and In the dinner spotlight are filet au pou- be traveling to sunny Florida to help me (Camille loves to hear from readers. accessories (bring in a Sanibel seashell vre, veal Valdostana, rosemary lamb, celebrate. Howard, Steffi and those two Email [email protected]).& for 10 percent off all glass items!). Then Gulf grouper and fresh Maine scallops, adorable granddaughters you've come stroll down the boardwalk to Cedar along with incredible pasta selections, to know well through the pages of this Chest Fine Jewelry - you'll get a gor- delightful appetizers and the piece de newspaper are arriving Tuesday for a geous 14 kt. gold flip flop pendant when resistance - assorted Italian desserts so week's visit. What fun we're going to you buy any Sanibel Island or sealife sinfully tempting, you can't say no. have! hook bracelet. And don't forget Needful The lunch menu includes yummy Naturally, we'll head to the beach. Things (home to Hello Kitty and an panini sandwiches, refreshing salads, the Sam is quite the water baby, splish- exciting world of toys, novelties, collect- outstanding vegetable tower omelette splashing.and squealing her way along ibles and jewelry) - the coupon entitles and more. the shore, flirting with little boy sunbath- you to 10 percent off any item over $5. ers and thoroughly enjoying the great . outdoors. But first we'll stop at Nanny's in ERIC'S LISTING The Village for a swimsuit, then on oma± JLOUUJEtl, M.S.T. to Comfort by Design for a pair of OF THE WEEK TAX-CONSULTING & ACCOUNTING SERVICES waterproof Birks (the kid versions are just too cute!). Sammi loves shoes - I Serving the islands since 1978 • Professional and Confidential wonder where she gets that from? Income Tax Preparation • Individuals • Corporations • Estates & Trust Katie's not on the run yet, but she'll Tax Consulting - Tax Deferred Exchange have fun, too, and I'll get to hug and kiss International Taxation • State Tax Forms her a million times over while Sam is scooping up seashells. (239)472-5152 OK, back to May 8: Arundel's A.\. 1619 Periwinkle Way, Suite 102, Sanibel Island, FL 33957 Hallmark Shoppe has an amazing assortment of gifts, from the whimsical to the downright beautiful. Tiny flower sachets to tuck into a drawer... showy Since 1978 dahlias and zinnias "planted" in a pretty Best Condo Under $600,000 glass vase... or, for fresh flowers, the 2 bedroom, 2 bath East Gulf condo. clever flower bag. (just add a little water In excellent condition. Just a short stroll to the beach. OOR& DECOR to the liner)... even a "celebration of Offered furnished - $589,000 •£• X •*•&+•* )hrUOi- ••:• Sen ill};. l. ( t<[>!ii\> Isl.mii for 2f> \,ars Custom built Key West style, '[Vital lnivrior R<.'inoclcljn;j, am! Design 3BR, 2BAwith heated pool. J luicrior l :iiminjL> :ind \ppliantvs Steps to private deeded beach (Jarpi-i, (lunimk- Tile, M.ithlc, Wood, Viml access. Elevator. Intercom, - -i I "limit ure :irul \c«. esMirii > security system, Bose pre-wire ('iisiiim (!:il>iru*ih-.md I ph surround sound speakers with ('usioin Window Trenimeiits :md nipe addt. speakers throughout. Plnni;tiii>n Shutters, Wnir-.ils and lilmds Structured wiring for computers, Wood necks :ind DorUs (!le:minu :md Relimshin^ phone & TV. Ncv. ./.>:•'.:: Call Eric Pfeifer Realtor, Broker-Associate IN SANIBEL SQUARE Cai! CLO WHiTNFY P^aiw 239-472-5187 (x259) • 800-553-7338 (x259) 2240 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, FL 33957 John Gee & Co. 239-472-5257 (Evenings) • 239-851-3699 (Cell) Virtual Tours at www.sunnysanibel.com e-mail: [email protected] Make Your Living fully designed windows are naturals. 49 Many of today's new homes feature CO beautiful windows - and they demand Room Windows beautiful designs in beautiful fabrics. The I NEW LISTING! NEW LISTING! D more elaborate the treatment, the more cr> The Focal Point it can add, to the beauty of your home. by Marcia Feeney However, there is one important rule to use in the selection of your drapery fabric > i the outside if budget is your major consideration. It's 2 I wworle d your liv- far better to drape a window generously ' X ining< room says with an inexpensive fabric, than to skimp s a lot about you, your with a costly one. • 3 BR/2 BA home, meticulously maintained • New construction - Caloosa Creek lifestyle and personal- • Kitchen and baths updated in 2004 • Many upgrades include hardwood flooring If a bold decorative statement is more Ol 'ty- One °f the most to your liking, try a luxuriously designed • Community pool & tennis 1 house away • Crown molding, French doors, ceiling fans • Beach access a few steps • 3 BR, 2 BA with den, pool and tennis important decisions swag and jabot treatment designed in • $689,000 (440900) a soft flowing silk fabric, or a dramatic • $529,000 in Ft. Myers (440921) you'll make about this Lynda Tjraverso • 472-5187 x 226 Peter O'Keeffe • 472-5187 x 241 room is what to do taffeta. And don't forget - sheers are with the windows. Why? Because every back. Burnouts, 118 inch tergals, silks room needs a focal point, especially and textured sheers are all the rage in our living rooms. We recommend you today's dramatic window treatments. And consult with a professional interior let's not forget the dramatic impact that decorator, who should have vast experi- a decorative rod can have in your new ence in helping you achieve a smashing window treatment's design. From wood, new design for your window treatments. to metal, to unusual materials, today's And, once you've made a decision on rod choices are varied and unlimited. And window treatments, you'll be amazed at they're guaranteed to set off your win- how easy it becomes to arrange your dow in a truly dramatic fashion furniture. Let's talk about how we can When designing your window treat- • Updated 2 bedroom, 2 bath home • Upgraded 1 hedroom, 1 bath condo help make your windows the most dra- ment to be a subtle background to your • New roof, kitchen and bathrooms • Vaulted ceilings and open floor plan matic element in your room. furnishing, it's best to blend the window • Completely fenced in front and back • Pool, tennis and deeded beach access Before you start looking at ideas, ask treatment fabric to your wall color to • Privacy vegetation in backyard • Outside grill over looking canal yourself these questions. Do you want achieve a more unified look. • $469,000 (440904) • $325,000 (440919) Linda Gornick • 472-5187 x 261 Gerasin-Hamann Team • 472-5187 x 236 your new window treatment to make a Not only do custom window treatment bold decorative statement, or work more add beauty, design and uniqueness to O/'andly, Qfw>,\ome w/ o-ne as a subtle background for your furnish- your decorating plan, but they are truly ings? Is it important for your new window crafted for you and your windows alone. PRICE REDUCED! f T PRICE REDICED! treatment to hide an unpleasant view? Do No two designs are completely alike, r you want to allow for plenty of sunshine? because they project your personality and R»- Often times, our living rooms boast of style arid no one else's.^ **• some outstanding architectural features. Marcia Feeney is an interior decora- A fireplace, soaring ceiling and beauti- tor on Sanibel •. P: t*W *ji<\ • Boat dock on wide canal • Water-front 3BR/2BA Give your personal space • Spacious 3 bedroom home • Estate zoned 1+ acre • Lots of deck with pool • Dock with Gulf access • Great vegetation • Deeded beach access • $924,900 (440640) •$1,979,000(440786) a decorator's touch Mike McMurray • 472-5187 x 250 Karen Bell • 472-7800 x 270 INTERIORS by Decorating Settle O Den is in your neighbor- hood! From design concept to project completion... We do it all With our professional measuring and installation we are sure to save you time and costly mistakes. And best of all, • Mother nature is the developer • Sundial 2 bedroom our trained decorators come • Beauty, warmth and value • Gulf views from screened lanai to you with a huge selection • Cozy cottages (4) in a tropical setting • Beautifully furnished • "OldeTov n" Sanibel living • Family friendly, amenities of name brand products for •SI. 695.000 (105014) •$859,000(105122) every room in your house. 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Either would have received the ^CM Had Two grams as necessary in order to find one unanimous support of the convention that worked; Davis was set in his ways and the people, but neither was available | Presidents and insisted on continuing programs even because Kentucky and Tennessee had not when they were clearly failing. Lincoln yet seceded. < by Max Friedersdorf was a man who, as an adult, grew con- War broke out 36 days after Lincoln's n paper, the two resumes looked stantly as an individual and a statesman; first inaugural. Chadwick's day-by-day discouraging for the North. Davis remained static throughout his life, recounting of the inexorable march to OAbraham Lincoln, a one-term unable to grow." conflict documents the efforts by both congressman with no military experi- When Lincoln went to Congress and Davis and Lincoln to avoid a Civil War. ence, versus Jefferson Davis, West Point was asked to fill out a members' form, Time after time, peace efforts just missed graduate, hero of the Mexican War and he wrote "defective" in the education or were botched by poor communica- a United States senator. category. tions. Most sickening is the war hysteria Neither president, Lincoln or During his single term, Lincoln attract- whipped up by the media, and the war Davis, wanted war, according to Bruce ed attention on two issues. He became fever engendered by the politicians. Chadwick, a longtime journalist with a an antiwar congressman opposed to the One of the last efforts for peace was PhD in history from Rutgers, author of Mexican War of 1846. The war was Lincoln's offer to abandon Fort Sumter in The Two American Presidents, A Dual quite popular with Congress and the exchange for Virginia's promise to stay in Biography of Abraham Lincoln and people, and few opposed it. The war's the Union. "I am not a war man... I want Jefferson Davis. supporters, and they were vocal, were peace more than any man in this coun- Strangely enough, as the various stunned that anyone, especially a veteran try...," Lincoln cried as the guns opened southern states seceded, the Union didn't of the Black Hawk War like Lincoln, fire. contest the takeover of the military instal- would oppose the war against Mexico, Once the fight was joined, Lincoln lations in the Confederacy, until Fort which ultimately gained vast territories for gave no quarter. Dozens of newspaper Sumter came under attack, igniting the country (Mississippi plantation); Lincoln the United States. editors were imprisoned for anti-Lincoln Civil War that killed 600,000 soldiers grew up in poverty. Davis was a hero in Lincoln gained national prominence editorials; the writ of habeas corpus was from both sides. two wars; Lincoln was a militia captain through his outspoken opposition to slav- suspended; dozens of newspapers were Describing the two leaders, Chadwick who saw no action. Lincoln was healthy ery, commenting in an undelivered 1854 shut down altogether, and Congressman writes, "Lincoln and Davis were born and an exceptionally "strong man; Davis speech, "although volume after volume Clement Vallandigham was imprisoned within twelve months and a hundred was sickly all of his life. Lincoln had a is written to prove slavery a good thing, after a speech in House rebuking Lincoln, miles of one another in Kentucky, and charming personality that made even his we never hear of the man who wishes blasting him as a tyrant and calling him yet they grew into adults as different as staunchest enemies enjoy his company; to take the good of it, by being a slave "King Lincoln." any two men could be. Davis, who went Davis had a disdainful, neurotic person- himself." Chadwick maintains that Lincoln's lack to the leading prep schools and gradu- ality that frequently led even his closet . Jefferson Davis, though cheered by of ties to the military became an advan- ated from West Point, was one of the friends to shun him. Lincoln was able to the public, was a compromise choice for tage as the war wore on because Lincoln best educated men in America; Lincoln work with everyone, and continually put president of the Confederacy. The two fired faltering generals one after the other had less than a year of formal schooling. together coalitions to pass legislation and best presidential candidates, each having until he found his man in U.S. Grant. Davis was one of the richest men in the fight the war; Davis could not work with the support of millions of Southerners, Conversely, Jefferson Davis, because R1TCI1AHD A Bright Spot in Island Real Estate Janie Pritchard Realtor, CRS, GRI, ABR 239-980-7474 Cell 800-233-8829 Toll Free 239-472-1511 Office 3359 BARRA CIRCLE Private and pristine, this handsome home features tiled Doors, new kitchen, new pool and screened enclosure...plus a list vmvi.ianieprttehard.com too numerous to mention Located just off West Gutf Drive & near the beach, this subdivision has enjoyed increased interest and appreciation. Call Janie today for comparative •—. i RESORJQUEST sales and showing of this lovely home.' ise&i. 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Confederacy. $29.95.^ Resorts, which operates the legendary Tween Waters Inn & Spa of Captiva Firm Merges Ol Island; the Castaways Beach and Bay sland Financial Services, Sanibel's old- Cottages of Sanibel \ and Beachview est accounting firm, has their merger ment with FGCU, with degrees conferred Cottages of Sanibel. Edison Receives byFGCU. Iwith Stroemer Tuscan and Company, ''We're extremely gratified and excited CPAs. Dave Owens, president of Island "Because most students enrolling to be awarded the opportunity to work Bachelor's in this program will hold one of five Financial Services, believes the merger with such prestigious resort properties,'' will bring additional services that cur- Associate in Science degrees from Edison says John Sprecher, managing partner of Degree Approval. College, they will now seamlessly move rently are not available on the island. NOISE. "Sanibel and Captiva Islands are Stroemer Tuscan & Company is a full dison College District President to upper division courses and complete among the most popular and celebrated their degrees without transferring to service CPA firm. With resources to Kenneth P. Walker announced vacation destinations in the United States handle tax and financial reporting for that the Florida State Board of another institution," said Walker. "I am and the world — and our new clients E grateful to Dr. Merwin for his support in businesses and individuals. Education has approved the College's rank among the elite in travel destinations Stroemer Tuscan is the one of the request to confer the Bachelor of this initiative." on these islands. We look forward to the Robert Pastula, U.S. Marshal, rep- most experienced and largest accounting Applied Science (BAS) degree in Public many ways our partnership will produce firms in Southwest Florida with a team Safety Management. resented the area's public services pro- benefits for our clients, as well as Sanibel fessionals at the meeting. "This action of over 30 professionals. The firm spe- "'I am very excited about the state and Captiva in general." cializes in individual taxes, condominium board's action," said Walker. "It is a mile- culminates years of cooperative planning, NOISE, Inc. specializes in travel, tour- and I am extremely pleased with this accounting and business tax. stone in the evolution of Edison College ism and destination marketing. This past John Stroemer, the managing partner, and results from strong partnerships with positive outcome," said Pastula. year NOISE was named "among the Prior to beginning the program, is one of the top condominium accoun- Southwest Florida's criminal justice, fire world's best" travel and tourism agen- tants in the State of Florida. He currently and emergency medical services profes- Edison College will acquire the additional cies by the 2004 Hospitality Sales & accreditation necessary to award the sits on the State Condominium Board sionals, and Florida Gulf Coast University Marketing Association International's for the Florida Institute of Certified Public officials." bachelor's degree. This process should be (HSMAI) annual advertising competition, completed in approximately one year. Accountants. Edison College originally filed an where NOISE placed six award-winning Stroemer Tuscan's office will be at application to offer the program in 2001. 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Team In Training® has P of America's magazine. Sprecher did ocal athletes, from novice to expe- week celebrated distribution in a record become a symbol of hope and endurance so - and the demand for programs was rienced, are gearing up to run or 30 countries, helping children the world walk a half or full marathon, par- to those Who live with these life-threaten- overwhelming, with more than 360 let- L ing diseases. over with a variety of developmental, ticipate in a triathlonor a century bike cognitive and learning disabilities acquire ters received from parents and teachers If you would like to experience the around the world encouraging Sprecher race while helping to fight the battle speech, reading, writing, early academ- against blood cancers. These heroes satisfaction of running, walking, biking ics, personal hygiene, self-help, social to mass produce his programs. Within or swimming in one of these endurance four years, a library of Special Kids are helping raise money to find a cure and play skills. for leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin's events, join the team. "With more than 12 years of count- Video Modeling Therapy Programs was Upcoming information meetings: introduced for sale. disease and Myeloma while participat- less success stories behind us — as ing in the Team In Training® program. Fort Myers; Lee HealthPark, 9981 well as numerous clinical studies that Today, clinical studies show that The Suncoast Chapter of The Leukemia HealthPark Drive, Room 1A, Tuesday, all support video modeling as an effec- Video Modeling Therapy Programs are & Lymphoma Society's Team In May 17, 6.30 p.m. Bonita Springs, tive teaching tool for toddlers, children, highly effective in teaching children Training® program currently is recruit- Americlnn, 28600 Trails Edge Boulevard, teens and others with developmental with autism, Down Syndrome, mental ing for the following events to help in Tuesday, May 10, 6:30 p.m. disabilities — we're thrilled to see our retardation and other developmental this battle: Naples: North Collier Hospital, 11190 Video Learning Programs now in 30 disabilities. A total of 11 Special Kids Tri-state Seacoast Century Bike Ride, HealthPark Boulevard Conference Room countries around the world," says John Programs now are available, as well as a Hampton Beach, New Hampshire, 1, Saturday, May 14, 10:30 a.m. To Sprecher, founder of Special Kids and variety of supplementary products. September 24, Walt Disney World register, call 992-5781 or visit www.tea- father of Jeff, a young man with autism. For a complete listing of all Special Triathlon, Walt Disney World, Florida mintraining.org/sun.^J "We encourage anyone who has a child Kids Video Modeling Therapy Programs, September 25; Nike Women's Marathon or teen with a developmental, cogni- as well as ancillary teaching products, and Half Marathon, San Francisco, tive or learning disability to consider the visit www.special-kids.com or call California, October 23; Marine Corp positive impacts that video modeling.— 800-KIDS-153. Testimonials, testimo- Marathon, Washington DC, October 30. essentially a highly visual therapy — can nial interviews with parents, product Team members will receive a four- to have on their son or daughter, as it has samples, product samples for review and five- month comprehensive training pro- countless other boys and girls." other support materials are available free gram, including coaching on form, tech- Special Kids is a company founded upon request to milissa@special-kids. nique, race strategies, injury prevention, almost by accident. In 1989, Sprecher com.* , nutrition and fundraising. Additionally, Our E-Mail address is noted how his son Jeff, then two and the society provides airfare (where appli- newly diagnosed with autism, responded cable), ground transportation (where [email protected] to certain television shows. 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Bladder, an embryo. It does not terminate a preg- Back Pain Impact 5? genital and digestive-tract cancers seem by Suzy Cohen, RPh nancy. RU-486 is called the "abortion to respond best to mistletoe. pill" because it actually causes a develop- Is Greater Than § The leggy Hollywood actress-turned- ing embryo to detach from the womb Pharmacist, health-guru truly believes that this extract and die. Long-term effects to a woman Expected | i saw has helped save her life. U.S. doctors can are unknown. order Iscador from European manufactur- DID YOU KNOW? by Dr. Michael Tolisano, BA, Suzanne Somers on MA, DC, Chiropractor > CNN, and she no lon- ers if they really want it, and it's pretty Thyroid medications need to be taken 2 ger has breast cancer. cheap. But harder than acquiring the sup- first thing in the morning after you get nyone who has 10 It has been five years, plement is finding an oncologist who will up, on an empty stomach. chronic back pain ^ and she says she owes believe in this enough to try it on his or This information is not intended to Aknows its affect on o it mostly to a drug her patient. Remember, U.S. doctors are treat, cure or diagnose your condition. daily life and work. Every § called Iscador. What is highly trained and educated to treat can- Suzy Cohen is a registered pharmacist. movement becomes dif- that, and why have I cer with drugs, chemo, surgery and radia- To contact her, visit www.dearpharma- ficult. Now scientists are not heard of it before? tion, not nutrients and herbs. Discussing cist.com & learning that this pain I'm desperate for information. - mistletoe with a traditionally trained also impacts the brain. KW., Cape Cod, Mass. oncologist is worse than discussing rap Recent studies show Iscador is just one of several trade with a nun. You just don't go there. Got A Problem? that chronic back pain, names for a natural plant extract of Further, while trials in humans have a condition afflicting many Americans, European mistletoe. It's not a drug, but reported improved survival and other Dr. Connie Is In shrinks the brain by as much as 11 per- benefits, some scientists poked holes in rather an herb. Herbs are not promoted by Constance Clancy cent. This is equivalent to the amount much in the U.S. because drug makers the studies, raising doubts altogether. of gray matter lost in 10 to 20 years of haven't found a way to "own" the recipe Iscador offers us all some hope. Q: I sit next to a normal aging. and transform the plant into a zillion-dol- Sometimes a positive attitude and an co-worker who talks Loss in brain density is related to pain lar bombshell. That explains why you open-minded physician are all you need too much. She drives duration. The brain's gray matter, the haven't been besieged with annoying tele- to find the treatment that is best for you me crazy by telling me part of the brain that processes informa- vision ads for it. and your individual situation. It's definitely all of her problems, tion and memory, shrinks by 1.3 cubic Although well-researched and available worth considering. aches and pains and centimeters for every year of chronic from doctors and hospitals throughout Dear Pharmacist: it interferes with my pain. At least 25 percent of Americans Europe, Iscador is considered "unproven You wrote recently about the "morn- work. What can I do suffer from a back ailment; in one fourth therapy" here. Extracts of mistletoe sup- ing after" pill. Is that the same thing as to be rid of this? of these individuals, the pain is chronic posedly boost immune function in the the "abortion pill?" A: It sounds like and unremitting. Although chronic pain human body and may even be able to - B.D., Sacramento, Calif. your co-worker is greatly diminishes quality of life and halt the growth of developing tumors, but No, there's confusion because the troubled but it is "not increases anxiety and depression while no one is certain that it can single-hand- public uses these terms interchangeably, your problem and you cannot be respon- it lasts, it previously was assumed that edly kiss your cancer goodbye. In fact, and I referred to them in a previous sible to help her. She could use some the brain returns to its normal state once mistletoe shows greatest benefit when column. The "morning after" pill, called professional counseling. I would suggest chronic pain stops. combined with other treatments, especial- Preven or Plan B, contains a hormone that you talk with her and say, "I feel The results of this study show that it ly before or after surgery and chemo, the no different from those found in oral con badly that you are having difficulty in your is more essential than ever to decrease, life, however I cannot continue talking to if not eliminate, back pain. Chiropractic you about your issues at work because it doctors have been thoroughly trained to interferes with my productivity." Tell her treat this chronic condition. With regular you want to be supportive, but she may treatments, these specialists can signifi- SOUTHWEST FLORIDA DENTAL GROUP want to seek some professional counsel- cantly reduce the severity of back pain as ing so she will have someone who has well as its associated brain damaged 15650 San Carlos Boulevard the expertise to really help her. 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They run in all directions - forward, backward, up, down and diagonally. Academic Full Medical Spring Derogatory Histories Mid Summer First Legal School Technical Puzzle Answers On Paqe 63 Four-year Long Short Bob Adams IMMEDIATE MERMAID KITCHEN Real Estate Paralegal OPENINGS Servers, day & evening shifts, line cooks. Residential Large, privately owned real estate investment company with industrial, commercial Pizza Cook and Prep, Delivery staff. Excellent tips! Apply in person. Good tips, steady work. 2055 Periwinkle Way. Renewal {? and hospitality holdings throughout the United States is seeking an experienced Johnny's Pizza, 472-1242, ask for Ken. 3SQ real estate paralegal to assist the Vice President and General Counsel. 2496-B Palm Ridge, Sanibel. Services Qualifications: "Handyman" jCarpentr>', ma'ailenance - lo'iiets, faucets, ceiing Sans, sliding doors, elc.) • 3-5 years of real estate experience with direct experience reviewing FRONT OFFICE POSITION TOMMY DIXON COLLECTIONS and preparing purchase contracts and deeds. A fun & functional art store, seeks part time 768-0569 or ceii 464-6460 available for busy Sanibel office. RS-11/14-MC-TFN cashier/sales person for Captiva store. Sales • Typing ability of 60 words or more a plus. Good starting wage and a friendly • Must be able to handle fast paced environment and constantly experience helpful but not necessary. Great job for working environment. semi-retired individual. Competitive pay, tolls paid, CARPET CLEANING changing priorities. Call Jamie at 472-2311 employee discounts. Call Ron or Tom at 472-6211. Steam or Dry. Expert Stain Removal • Must have professional demeanor, positive attitude and be extremely & Repair. Call For Appointment. detail oriented. Must be a multi-tasker. Big Blue Services, Inc. • A four year degree and/or paralegal-certificate required. NANNY/HOUSEKEEPER WANTED. Licensed & Insured. 707-BLUE (2583) • Office located on Sanibel. isuw cow Sanibel Island - Prior experience, Looking for experienced servers and SR-6/4-N/C-TFN We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package that experienced food runners. Must be able references, driver license and includes a 401 (k) retirement plan, free vacation lodging at our employee to work weekends. Please apply in speak English a must. Full time. resorts in Ft. Myers Beach and Pigeon Forge, TN. person. 2163 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Call 954-592-1217. DARRELLCADY S/R 2/25 BM TFN . Must respond with salary history and salary requirements in confidence to: S 4/29 AX 5/6 HANDYMAN FRIENDLY CASHIER/SALESPERSON for island FAX: (937) 655-5057 SMALL GROUP beach/gift store. Full time, year round. Some EXPRESS ADDRESS: R.L.R. Investments, L.L.C. evening and weekend hours. Tolls paid. Excellent Handyman for Hire on Sanibel/ Attn: General Counsel OFCOTTAGES wages. Call 472-8185 to schedule interview. S-12/6-B-TFN Captiva free estimates-Reasonable ' 600 Gillam Road, P.O. Box 271 Looking for P/T Cleaning help. Rates Carpentry/Maintenance/ Wilmington, Ohio 45177 HUNGRY HERON ON SANIBEL - Great working Call 472-1626. environment! Full or Part Time. Call 395-2300. Clearing/Much More 24years exp. R/S4/15MCTFN S/R 4/15 B 4/29 Licensed & Insured PAINT YOUR OWN CERAMICS is seeking friendly Call 395-2785 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED AT person, PT/FT to greet and assist customers on Sanibel. Call 395-0665. THE SANIBEL SCHOOL S/4/29 B TFN Please call volunteer coordinator. SCHNAPPER'S HOTS Nightly Pizza delivery. 6PM BABYSITTING by Amanda Walters - 7 days a . Michelle Wesley. 910-8000. -10PM. Hourly wage, plus tips and mileage. Must week. Call 472-3120. www.sanibelbabysitting.com have car. 472-8686 S/11/5BTFN S/11/26 NC TFN Sanibel & Captiva Islands . S/R 4/22 B 4/29 HURRICANE TREE REMOVALand Clean up, Stump remov- 1640 Periwinkle Way, Suite 2, Sanibel, FL 33957 SANIBEL DAIRY QUEEN - Part/Full time • All positions. al Demolition-Big-Small jobs. Fast response.Dependabie Toll Free: 1 -877-588-5018 • 239-395-1213 Fax: 395-2299 HOUSEKEEPER NEEDED $7.00 per hr. plus tips. Must be reliable, punctual, energetic and tared. Free Estimates. Call 239- 470-3764. and able to work nights and weekends. Apply in person. e-mail: [email protected] for Small Captiva Resort MAGICIAN for your next party. Past president of the PERSONAL SUBSCRIPTIONS 3 days weekly. SIGNAL INN-PT help needed in Rental office on Fort Myers Society of American Magicians, award Please Print Sanibel. Call Lee Ann - 472-4690. winner, would like to perform for you. Call 395-1649. Call 472-5800. S/R 4/29 MC TFN S/R 4/22 NC TFN NAME S/R 4/1 BM TFN PINOCCHIO'S HOMEMADE ICE-CREAM - Full HOUSE CARE while you are away by retired ADDRESS. time. Weekdays, some weekends, good pay plus architect, Sanibel resident. Call 395-1649. CITY STATE ZIP. IT. CAREER (INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY) tips. (Off Island tolls paid). Call Lee -851-5678 S/R 4/22 NC TFN We are seeking a person with IT. skills, per- sonal interaction skills and a desire to build W4 i 11\ 1 :{•] ? I • -J zW U1141' Subscription Rates their future. Contact Zebis at 395-9324, Third Class U.S. (allow 3-4 weeks delivery) • One Year $28 • Six Months $15 fax 395-0531 or e-mail [email protected] Riverfront Luxury First Class U.S. (allow 3-5 days) • One Year $85 • Six Months $45 S/R 1/28 BM TFN at PART TIME POSITIONS Harbour Isle Yacht & Racquet Club GIFT SUBSCRIPTIONS Available at the Sanibel School: (less than 3 hours a week) Beautiful unobstructed river views from this 3 bedroom, 2 bath second floor condo with 1. Home Ec consultant for middle school students. new carpet and paint, large master suite with separate lanai entrance and fresh water TO_ 2. Newspaper consultant (journalist) to assist middle dock included. Private gated community with marina, fitness center and tennis courts. . school students with school newspaper. ADDRESS. 3. Custodian-Tolls paid $469,000 CITY SR-2/11-NC-TFN STATE Private elevator entry in this gorgeous 3 bedroom, 3 bath corner unit with over GIFT FROM. BAILEY'S 2,600 sq. ft. living area. A large wraparound lanai, gourmet kitchen, outstanding open dining room and great room plan, fresh water dock included. Model Condition METHOD OF PAYMENT GENERAL STORE $589,000 Now hiring all positions. F/T-P/T. NAME_ Spectacular New Carlton Naumann Home McGregor & College area, comer lot with PHONE Call 472-1516. 3 bedroom, 3.5 bath, game room or 4th bedroom, den/study, negative edge pool/spa, elevator, S/R4/15B4/29 wine closet, wet bar, large master suite second floor, rooftop sundeck, direct access dock. Great river views. Owner is a licensed Florida Real Estate Broker. for a private showing, call D Personal Check (Make payable to Island Sun Newspaper) David LaBonge, Broker, Naumann Properties, Inc. 239-4544140 or 239-8504746. Gredit Card • VISA • MC • DISCOVER • AMEX ISLAND PURSUIT A Must See $2,795,000. ACCOUNT NUMBER , An Upscale apparel store with locations at EXPIRATION DATE _ / / Bell Tower and Sanibel, have PT/FT Consider Mid Rise Riverfront Luxury Living positions available. Call Sharon at 472-4600. For more information call PRICES INCLUDE STATE SALES TAX • ALL SUBSCRIPTIONS MUST BE PREPAID S4/1 BM TFN David LaBonge / Broker Call The Island Sun at 395-1213 or Fax 395-2299 PART TIME ISLAND SALES PERSON for 15 year Naumann Properties, Inc. 239-454-4140 or 239-850-4746 to Place Your Classified Ad, for as low as $7 per week S/R 4/29 PP 516 FVS11/12MCTFN 41 CLASSIFIED AD DEADLINE MONDAY AT NOON CO 5 REAL ESTATE REAL ESTATE HOUSESITTING OPPORTUNITY SOBCZAKS BESTSELLERS!! GLENN CARRETTA MARINER POINTE CONDO A QUIET SANCTUARY FOR YOU It's not about real estate, it's Local Architect working on Sanibel about people!,Following is a and TEAM SANIBEL 1 Bedroom sleeps 4 - Canal View. while your's is being remodeled. Newly looking for housesitting opportunity. complete catalogue of my active PRESENT... $600 to $1,200 per week. remodeled Middle Gulf condo, 2BR/2BA, listings. For additional informa- Call 908-276-3685 or Email steps from Gulf. Available May - October. References available. tion, including comprehensive the best properties for sale [email protected] for more details Rent negotiable. Call 1-508-785-1134. Call 239-594-9538. CONDOMINIUMS S4/22 NC 4/29 properties, please call Charles S/R 4/1 MC4/29 Sobczak at (239)850-0710 or toll free at 877472-8900 or e-mail LIGHTHOUSE POINT COMMERCIAL CLEANING me at indigopress@earthlmk. 2nd floor bayside with BRING YOUR BOAT TO net. For virtual tours, see my beautiful views from 2 porches Quality Work, Reliable Service. Free website at www.writerealtor.com. Very spacious floor plan SANIBEL FOR SUMMER FUN! LOTS & LOTS OF LOTS with 2 bedrooms plus den . Ground Level home, 1 mile from Bowman's Beach/ Estimates. Big Blue Services, Inc. 1 $609,000 mostly furnished HHW-SANIBEL Captiva; 3/2 with wide bayou view, enclosed lanai over- TUCKED AWAY ON AN ISLAND! Take a F LOR I DA Licensed & Insured. 707-BLUE (2583) good look at this near beach lot located in Sanibel & Captiva looking heated pool. Dock/slide wilh 2 kayaks. Monthly SR-6/4-N/C-TFN Poinciana Circle just north of West Gulf Drive. HOMES 5/05 through 11/05. Priced affordably. 239-395-8885. Good coverages, mostly cleared, city sewer and Island Reservations water and a short stroll to either the beach or to DIXIE BEACH- HELLE'S CLEANING SERVICES the Bailey Tract of Ding Darting. Asking $299,555 DIRECT ACCESS Residential Cleaning to Satisfaction and well worth it. Light and bright contemporary NEAR BEACH! YOUR PLACE IN THE PINES! Gulf Pines Olde Florida style deep water canal home PRIVATE 3 BEDROOM, Sanibel & Captiva • 239-565-0471 to be specific. A fantastic oversized lakefront located moments to the Bay. SOUTH FORT MYERS Sanibel Lie. #11412 lot in one of the best subdivisions on Sanibel. It Pool, dock, open and screened porches. 2 BATH HOME With heated pool, in quiet Sanibel neighbor- Tommy Bahama interior. 2 BR, 2 BA, solarium. Lee Co. Lie. #051047 comes complete with a community pootftennis Shows Great! courts and a deeded beach path. Ideal for a $1,195,000 hood. Seasonal and monthly, rentals. Private garage & storage: Close to beaches S-11/12-B-TFN cusom home with views to the southwest. Asking PAR VIEW DRIVE 239472-0692 • Toll Free: 1-888-232-2459 and shopping. Monthly minimum, available $479,555. November. Phone 239-225-8935. • A BAYOU VIEW AND MORE! Over 30,000 Classic Beachview beauty PROFESSIONAL ASSISTANT S/R-11/12-B-TFN sq.ft. in size this large lot overlooks Clam overlooking golf course. Kind, Caring, Professional Assistant For Bayou with glimpses of the Gulf beyond. In an area Over 2,000 sq.ft. Island Vacations of other fine homes this is an idea estate-sized par- Chauffering, Doctor's Visits, Running Errands, cel with plenty of room for your spacious home and Large family room. Of Sanibel & Captiva 2BR/2BA DUPLEX IN THE DUNES $779,000 Small Household Tasks, Clearing Clutter, pool. Asking $697,555 and a complete information Million $ Views Await You! Lake View-$1,750/Mo. package is available upon request. Call Charlie for Organization. Call 395-1649. Ask for Summer. LOTS • Cottages • Condos • Homes • S/R 4/22 IMC TFN a complete package at (239) 850-0710. Call Sanibel One Realty 4 PEACEFULLY AND QUIET! Looking for PAR VIEW DRIVE Miles of Beaches & Bike Paths w something extraordinary? This oversized Two beautiful golf course 239-395-2610 REAL ESTATE homesite sits on Peaceful Drive at the very end front lots just a short walk 239-472-7277 S/R 2/18 BM 4/29 of Gumbo Limbo. With a western exposure over- to the beach with expansive views. looking a thousand acres of preserve and ail the Priced at $399,000 and $419,000 1-888-451-7277 HOME FOR SALE necessities; city sewer, city water, electric, phone, LIGHTHOUSE END OF SANIBEL Colonial Shores-Lakefront. cable, paved roads and a friendly, family neighbor- 'Check out my website hood, this might be the lot you've been waiting for. for virtual tours, pictures 2BR/1 BA, second floor, unfurnished Never lived in. 3/BR and Den, Priced aggressively at $309,555. This won't last andall propertieslisted in the SANIBEL GULF FRONT $10K below builders cost. so call me today at 239-472-0491 for a complete Sanibel Captiva MLS at HOUSE AVAILABLE apartment. Close to beaches. Call 565-0617 informational package. www.teamsanibel.com Step off porch into the sand! Call 239-472-0121, leave message. i SEASHORE AND SANCTUARY! I just listed I list the BEST! * this 17,000 sq.ft. plus lot located a short 4BR/3BA. Large Pool and Jacuzzi. GLENN CARRETTA stroll north of West Gulf Dr. near Island Inn. The Call 239-565-0471. lot is located in a mid-island ridge with very high Broker/Associate UNIQUE BEACH COTTAGE coverages. A stroll to the south will bring you to the Coldwell Banker Previews S/R 4/422 MC 5/27 SANIBEL EAST END beach via a deeded beach walkway and a stroll (239)395-3100 3BR/3BA Ground level, 2 car garage- For Sale (800)784-2616 to the north will place you in over 400 acres of excellent condition. Screened pool, large Partial Gulf Views wildlife preserve with miles of hiking trails. Sewer [email protected] BAYFRONT HOME assessment is paid. City water,phone cable and. www.teamsanibel.com/ PRIVATE BOAT DOCK yard on wide canal. Very Private. $2,200 Lot size-120x150, in gated asking only $297,555. Call me on my cell today, Unique 3BR/2BA, lanai, walk to beach, restau- Per Month-Call Joe 239-292-7083. this won't last long. (239) 850-0710. community 2 Bedroom 2 Bath - rants, store, marina. Sanibel. Call 239-472-4601 [email protected] Furnished Cottage - $829,000. S/R 4/22 MC 5/13 - Call Deb Gleason, Realtor FOR RENT Priscilla Murphy Realty 5 ACRES CLOSE TO BEACH SANIBEL CENTER RENTALS 2BR/1BA DAVIS WOODS 472-1511 or 1-800 233-8829 Includes lake. RM-8 up to 28 units. One mixed unit on Sanibel for rent. $850.00 Mo. Call 239-691-9249 Also-2 residential units with pool/ furnished. 3/2 CBS SANIBEL HOME All utilities. Re/Max of the Islands. Ready May 1st. Pool and tennis available. S/H 4/29 B 4/29 on Bay/gulf access canal. WilCompton 239-209-6171. Short Term tease available. Call 472-5222. Dock, 2 Car garage, pool, large yard, stone CALL PAUL COOK LUCKY YOU! S/R-11/12-V-TFN Sellstate-239-849-2210 2 Bay Front Lots for the price of one fireplace, cedar closet, and 2 mature maca- S/R4/15DTFN GULF SHORES Hurry before they are subdivided, damia trees. Available Soon. Call 472-0805 5 BR/3BA GROUND LEVEL as the price will go up EAST GULF HOME GROUND LEVEL-2BR/2BA Screened pool on Sanibel River. Short walk to very Call me for details. Newly remodeled & furnished. 2BR, secluded beach. 3 car garage, pool & yard care included. Marine Pointe - Available for Weekly BECKY WILLIAMS SUMMER VACATION 2BA Home, steps to beach, seasonal UR, D/R furniture if desired. $2,200/mo. (239) 395-0079. "She Sells Sanibel" since 1975 ON SANIBEL & monthly rental. $4,000/mo. Rentals. Available for March and April - . RS 4/29-BM-4/29 Coldwell Banker Previews International 1/1 condo bright and clean. Call 472-5187-Ext.253 800-232-6004 Ext 1165 • (239) 579-1165 (direct) 513-7774795 GULF HARBOUR YACHT & C.C. 2BR + den, 2BA, 2 car garage deluxe condos from $1400-$5500. www.shesellssanibel.com East end-short walk to beach. R/S3/18BMTFN MEMBERSHIPS AVAIL. Urban/Diana Boutin Available monthly-May-Dec. 239-415-5346. Prudential FL WCI Realty. • Rent negotiable. FOR SALE BY OWNER GULF HARBOUR YACHT & C.C. 2BR + den, 2BA, . S-12/26-B-TFN 174 SOUTHWINDS DRIVE www.Sanibelonebedroom.com 2 car garage luxury condos from $2900-$7500. Memberships avail. Urban/Diana Boutin 239-415- TOWN AND RIVER, 3/3, Pool, spa and dock. Sanibel. Beautiful 2 BR, Also available Gulf view condo FOR RENT BY OWNER 5346. Prudential FLWCI Realty. $1,900/mo,GULF HARBOUR, 2/2 upgraded appli- 2 BA beach duplex one 2/2 quiet complex May - Dec www.paradisepropertiesbyowner.com S-12/26-B-TFN ances, tile, Jacuzzi tub. $1,700./Mo. Sand Dollar Rent negotiable Real Estate. 239-433-1343. house from the Gulf of JUST OPENED SEASONAL RENTALS. East S/R 3/18 BM TFN Mexico. Vaulted ceilings. www.SanibelFlcondo.com Rocks Sanibel Home Available March and April. PRIVATE 1 BEDROOM, 1 bath duplex, washer/dryer, . REDUCED! $549,000. or Call 1-800-499-1392. Gulf Pines Sanibel home available April, 3BR/2BA furnished, no pets. Rent from owner. Short or long close to beach. Lanai. $750 plus,utilities. 954-557-3114 Call Brian Johnson, Realtor at 910-3099. term. Gulf Pines has pool, tennis and vaulted ceil- S/R4/1 BM Tfn VIP Realty Group, Inc. ings. Call 405-321-1151or 405-210-2341. . . Gulf Harbor River's Edge Condo, 2/2, washer/ S/R2/4VTFN,. . .'. dryer, $900/Mo. Deposit required. No pets. No trucks. Call 678-467-1571. :.'- : , ;. , " S/R 4/22 PP 4/29 62 s 8 ROOMMATE Why Did The Advertiser Cross The Causeway? CL To Get To The Other Side! < ROOMMATE WANTED ANNUAL Ask IB abow specks! coretiiiMtioii mt F 0 L J< TO R U 1 N A c N L U T H E W NEWSPAPER Sanibei & Captiva Islands CALLING CARD 239-395-1213 Emergency 911 Sanibei Police 472-3111 Lee County Sheriff's Office 477-1200 On Call Captiva Deputy 477-1000 Fire Department Sanibei .472-5525 Captiva 472-9494 Florida Marine Patrol 332-6966 Florida Highway Patrol 278-7100 Poison Control 1-800-282-3171 Chamber of Commerce ! 472-1080 City of Sanibei 472-4135 Administrative Office 472-3700 Building Department 472-4555 Community Housing and Resources 472-1189 Planning Department 472-4136 Library Sanibei 472-2483 Captiva 472-2133 Post Office Sanibei 800-275-8777 Captiva 472-1674 Sanibei Community Association 472-2155 Senior Center 472-5743 ARTS Arcade Theater .332-4488 Art League Of Fort Myers 275-3970 BIG ARTS (Barrier Island Group for the Arts) 395-0900 Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre 278-4422 Gulf Coast Symphony. 472-6197 Lee County Alliance of the Arts 939-2787 Naples Philharmonic (239)597-1111 Old Schoolhouse Theater - 472-6862 SCA Periwinkle Playhouse 472-0324 Sanibei Music Festival... 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'. .472-8394 L L E Audubon Society 472-3156 Sanibei Beautification Inc. 418-9693 Y E W ' Community Foundation of Sanibel-Captiva 274-5900 CROW (Clinic For The Care & Rehabilitation of Wildlife) 472-3644 FISH of Sanibei (Friends in Service Here) 472-0404 Fishing Club 472-7257 Horticultural Society of the Islands 472-6940 Horticulture and Tea Society of Sanibei and Captiva 472-8334 Kiwanis Club 395-0328 Lion's Club (Jack Samier) 472-1511 (A CV\P EM l/Q Master Gardeners of the Islands 472-6940 Newcomers 472-9332 Notre Dame Club of Lee County 768-0417 Optimist Club .466-7675 PAWS 472-1027 or 472-9383 Rotary Club 472-7257 or 472-0141 Sanibei Beautification Inc .418-9693 Sanibel-Captiva Orchid Society 472-6940 Sanibel-Captiva Power Squadron 472-3828 Sanibel-Captiva Shell Club 395-1770 Sanibei Youth Soccer 395-2040 www.sanibelsoccer.org The Military Officers Assc. of America (MOAA, Alex MacKenzie) 395-9232 Zonta Club 671-6381 ISLAND ATTRACTIONS Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum 395-2233 J.N. 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