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VOL. 9, NO. 6 From the Beaches to the River District downtown Fort Myers FEBRUARY 5, 2010 Antique Car Show At Estates Glorious! Debuts In Fort Myers heatre Conspiracy will open the hilarious and musically tone Tdeaf comedy Glorious! (The true story of Florence Foster Jenkins, the worst singer in the world) at the Foulds Theatre on February 5 at 8 p.m. Directed by Bill Taylor and writ- ten by Peter Quilter, Glorious! is about an unlikely and ill-fitting diva, set in the America of the 1940s. This Southwest Florida premiere is a heart warming new comedy that highlights the improbable but true story of a phenomenally talentless eccentric. Jenkins (1868 –1944) was an American soprano and socialite who became famous for her complete lack of rhythm, pitch, tone, and overall singing ability. Despite her lack of ability, Jenkins was firmly convinced of her greatness. She Antique Car Show 2009 became tremendously popular and was the toast of New York in the 1940s. he Edison & Ford Winter Estates continue the celebration of Thomas Edison’s Her credo was, “People may say that birthday by hosting the Antique Car Show on Saturday, February 6 from 10 continued on page 9 Florence Foster Jenkins Ta.m. to 2 p.m. The show is included in the price of admission to the estates, or a separate ticket for $5 may be purchased to attend the car show that is staged at Henry Ford’s Winter Estate, The Mangoes. Estates members are admitted free. Leading Researcher Gives Optimistic Nearly 100 antique cars will be on exhibit from local car clubs and other classic car owners who will showcase their cars on the Ford lawn in a fitting tribute to the legacy Update On Kanzius Cancer Project, of Henry Ford, pioneer of the automobile industry and a winter resident of Fort Myers. Owners will be on hand to visit with guests and answer questions. Appeals For Continued Funding In addition to the car show, other programs during the day include: Introduction by Jim George • Model T tour and lecture with estates staff and car owners at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. continued on page 7 n an exclusive update to the The River Weekly, Dr. Steven Curley, chief research scientist for the John Kanzius cancer research proj- Iect at the MD Anderson Cancer Research Center in Houston, has provided the details of the status of the project in order that local Mrs. Edison’s residents see the progress that has been made. The River Weekly has provided continuous coverage of the project over the past five years Hymn Sing To which has generated significant interest in the technology. Many local residents have financially supported the research. Help The Hungry Kanzius, who died in February 2009, developed a radio wave device that destroys cancer tumors by heating gold nanoparticles embedded rs. Edison’s Hymn Sing on inside them. The device works on the principal that while radio waves Tuesday, February 9 at the pass harmlessly through the body, they “cook” any metals in their path. MFirst Presbyterian Church in The key advantage of the system compared to treatments such as che- downtown Fort Myers will celebrate the motherapy is that it can “precisely target” gold nanoparticles placed Edison Festival of Light and help feed inside the cancerous cells, so the tumor is destroyed while healthy tissue the hungry. The church is at the corner is left unharmed. of Second and Lee streets. Admission is free but cash donations and canned goods will be accepted for The Soup Kitchen, by Steven A. Curley, MD, FACS Professor of Surgery; operated by Community Cooperative Chief, Gastrointestinal Tumor Surgery, MD Anderson Cancer Research Center Ministries, Inc. e currently have a laboratory group consisting of 13 people. This will It’s the 21st year of the hymn sing, increase with the addition of another two post-docs who will be joining the which is organized and sponsored by the Wlab over the next three to four months, as well as the addition of another Galloway Family of Dealerships.Three per- PhD with expertise in molecular biology and cancer cell targeting. I am also work- formances are planned at 1 p.m., 4 p.m. ing to recruit a full-time PhD to replace Dr. Cherukuri and we will be interviewing and 7 p.m. The doors will open 30 min- some excellent candidates with expertise in bioengineering, chemistry, and nano- utes prior to each performance. First Presbyterian Church stained glass particle generation over the next two months. I hope to have somebody in place for “Ladies and gentlemen, we desperately this position by summer of 2010. need your help. The need for food is abso- The laboratory is almost completely self-sufficient at this point. We purchased a new lutely critical this year and seems to be ongoing for the near future. Love your fellow dynamic light scattering (DLS) unit which allows us to measure accurately the size and neighbor. Attempt to do what God would do and want you to do. Show me a man charge of nanoparticles. This includes nanoparticles alone or nanoparticles that are continued on page 7 continued on page 25 2 THERIVER FEBRUARY 5, 2010 Historic Downtown Fort Myers, Then And Now: Oak Trees, A Church, And A School by Gerri Reaves oday, Second Street and Royal Palm Avenue is one of the prettiest and most soothing of downtown intersec- Ttions, thanks to the towering oak trees. Those remaining historic trees along Second witnessed the great changes that have come to the intersection over the last century. They’ve seen the demise of all the buildings that appear in this undated photo, and they have seen new buildings replace the old. Was the oak tree in the historic photo a younger version of the one that welcomes churchgoers at the First Presbyterian Church today? What could be more conducive to spiritual and contemplative state of mind than the sight of those trees as one walks up the church steps? The three-story brick building in left of the historic photo opened in 1914 as the “new” Gwynne High School to accommodate the overflow of students from the near- by Gwynne Institute. Its short life as a high school ended less than a decade later, when the yellow brick A veritable cathedral of oaks distinguishes the front of the church on Second Street Lee County High School (also known as Fort Myers High School) was built farther today. This church was built in the late 1950s. The southeast corner (left) where the brick south at Thompson Street and Royal Palm. Gwynne School once stood is now a parking lot. photo by Gerri Reaves The school on the corner subsequently served as a junior-high and then a middle school. Later renamed the Crescent Building, it was demolished in 1976. Today the site is a parking lot. Across Royal Palm Avenue from the school is the first permanent home of the First Presbyterian Church, on the southwest corner. That somewhat diminutive church is visible just left of the oak tree. Although the institution had formally organized in 1901, it wasn’t until 1911 that it bought its first sanctuary, Fort Myers’ most historic church building, the former First Methodist Church, built circa 1882. By the time the Presbyterians purchased their new home from Carl F. Roberts in 1911, the small sanctuary had been dismantled and relocated to a spot near this intersection in 1904 by its second owners, a band of Holiness worshippers. As part of the business deal, Roberts moved the building to the corner of Royal Palm and Second, as seen in the historic photo. The intersection was very much in flux at that time, for he was in the process of developing and opening Royal Palm Avenue. That historic church, as well as the two-story frame manse next door to it (right center), was demolished in the late 1950s, to clear the way for the First Presbyterian Church that exists today. Walk down to Second and Royal Palm, where students once went to school and churchgoers worshipped in their very own “new” third-hand church. Then visit the Southwest Florida Museum of History at 2031 Jackson Street, where you can see the exhibit Tutankhamun: Wonderful Things from the Pharaoh’s Tomb. Ask about volunteer opportunities and check out the schedule of escorted day trips. For information, call 321-7430 or go to swflmuseumofhistory.com. The museum’s hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday. When this undated photo was taken, only young trees lined the south side of the inter- Continue your historical research at the Southwest Florida Historical Society at section at Second Street and Royal Palm Avenue. Left to right are the 1914 Gwynne High 10091 McGregor Boulevard, where you can explore family and local history and buy School (later a junior-high and middle school and eventually renamed the Crescent tickets for the February 15 Annual Cracker Dinner. Building), the first permanent home of the First Presbyterian Church, and the church Call 939-4044 or drop by on Wednesday or Saturday, 9 a.m. to noon. manse. Sources: The Story of Fort Myers by Karl H. Grismer, fmh.leeschools.net, and the photo courtesy of the Southwest Florida Historical Society archives of the Southwest Florida Historical Society.

Read Us Online: www.IslandSunNews.com Contributing Writers Click on The River Jennifer Basey Heights Elementary Advertising Sales Production Manager Photographer Kimberley Berisford Joan Hooper Isabel Heider Thies Stephanie See Michael Heider Suzy Cohen Brian Johnson Ed Ibarra Jenny Evans Audrey Krienen Graphic Arts/Production Writers Ed Frank Scott Martell Co-Publishers Terri Blackmore Ann Ziehl Gerri Reaves, Ph D Max Friedersdorf Di Saggau Lorin Arundel Office Coordinator Katherine Mouyos Anne Mitchell Priscilla Friedersdorf Capt. Matt Mitchell and Ken Rasi Patricia Molloy Patricia Molloy Scott White Jim George The River Weekly News will correct factual errors or matters of emphasis and interpretation that appear in news stories. Readers with news, tips, comments or questions, please call (239) 415-7732 or write to: The River Weekly News, 16450 San Carlos Boulevard, Suite 2, Fort Myers, FL 33908. Fax number: (239) 415-7702. E-mail: [email protected]. The River Weekly News reserves the right to refuse, alter or edit any editorial or advertisement. PRINTED ON RECYCLED Independently Owned And Operated • COPYRIGHT 2009 The River Weekly News • LORKEN Publications, Inc. PAPER THERIVER FEBRUARY 5, 2010 3 Celebrate Thomas Edison’s Birthday This Month At The Estates

Edison and Hoover stroll Fort Myers street Henry Ford and Thomas Edison or more than a century, Southwest Florida has celebrated the February 11 Festival of Light Parade day, February 20, to tour his home, laboratory and gardens birthday of Thomas Edison with a month of activities and events to commemo- before the parade. Frate the inventor’s life, his home and his laboratory in Fort Myers. • Sneak Peeks of the Edison and Ford Homes - February 4, 11, 18 and In fact, the celebration of Edison’s birthday began during his lifetime when friends 25, 10:30 a.m. from around the world would come to visit with the famous inventor at his winter Behind the scenes lecture tours inside the homes and laboratory that include areas estate in Fort Myers and join in with other activities such as a lighted community not open to regular tours. These unique tours are offered at no cost for estates mem- parade (Edison Festival of Light Parade), dances and neighborhood gatherings. bers and $40 for non-members. Lunch will be served following the tour for $15 per Today, his Fort Myers estate is one of the top 10 most visited historic home sites in person. America and won the 2009 Award of Excellence from the National Trust for Historic • Estates Antique Car Show - February 6, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Preservation for the recent restoration of the site. Tour the estate of Edison’s neighbor Henry Ford and see over 100 antique cars for The Edison & Ford Winter Estates in Fort Myers continues the tradition with $5 with special programs throughout the event. Edison’s birthday month events and collaborations. The estates are open on Edison continued on page 4

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the newly historically certified Historic Friends Of Cottage, includes trails and boardwalk to help you take in the view of Estero Bay Matanzas Pass and discover 60 acres of unsurpassed natural habitat. Annual Meeting To review the volunteer opportunities ttend the annual meeting of the and to find out more about joining the Friends of Matanzas Pass Preserve Friends, visit the Web site: friendsofma- Aand find out more about this little tanzaspasspreserve.org. bit of heaven right here on Fort Myers Beach. The meeting will be held on Tuesday, February 9 at the Bay Oaks Community C Center at 5 p.m. Refreshments will be F A served and, following a short business meeting, Roger Clark, Land Stewardship/ E L Coastal Areas manager for Lee County King Room $ Department of Parks & Recreation, will B w/Champagne 109 L speak on Matanzas Pass Preserve – the ANTIQUES Past, Present and Future. & plus tax R The Friends is an independent vol- COLLECTABLES Strawberries unteer organization that works with U 3 Lee County Department of Parks and A 3 Recreation for the maintenance and preservation of the Matanzas Pass Preserve. R 7 The mission of the group, “dedication to the preservation, protection and enhance- Y ment of the natural and fragile beauty t of the preserve; creation of a legacy for 3 future generations” tells it all. Many hours of volunteer work have helped ensure 1 4 and enhance the natural beauty of the 4 4 preserve. If you haven’t visited the preserve, Hours: Tues-Sat 11-5:30 6 which is just a little off the beaten track, Ph: 334-1133 you’ll find it has much to offer. Fewer than .2 miles from Estero Boulevard 2259 Widman Way 30"%8": 08/508/ *7&3 *453*$5 035 :&34 you’ll discover peace, quiet, and lots Historic Downtown Fort Myers # t% 3 % t' . of nature. A 1.25-mile trail, just past THERIVER FEBRUARY 5, 2010 5 Art Workshops rtist Greg Biolchini has announced his February work- Ashops. All workshops run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and are held at his spacious riverfront studio located at 81 West North Shore Avenue, North Fort Myers. February 13 to16 (four days), Paintings from Photos You Love – Pastel, $240 February 18 to 22 (five days), Fundamentals of Painting with Pastels, $300 February 24 to 27 (four days), The Classic Portrait from Life – Pastel, $290, model fee included. Participants can expect to learn this direct approach to portrait painting from a model with pastel Nineteen past presidents of the Fort Myers Woman’s Community Club attended the annu- as both a dry and wet medium. The moti- al White Tea vation will be on getting a likeness, color and flesh tone mixing, backgrounds, and composition. Each day will begin with a two- to Past Presidents Gather three-hour demonstration focusing on the principles of portrait painting in pastel. For Annual White Tea Participants are encouraged to ask ques- he Fort Myers Woman’s Community Club recently hosted its annual White Tea tions at all times including during the honoring the past president at the Burroughs Home. demos. T The Community Club’s next meeting will be March 11 at 6:30 p.m. with the After lunch, participants will paint Night of Relaxation held at Vincent Salon and Day Spa. from the model. During this time, The club has served the community for 82 years. Biollchini will go around to each painter, “Our purpose is to support and encourage the cultural and social life and to offering suggestions focusing on their advance the civic welfare of Fort Myers. We are steeped in tradition while trying to individual needs. meet the needs of today’s woman,” said Sandee Foster, president. For more information call 910-6088 To learn more about Fort Myers Woman’s Community Club visit the Web site or email the artist at biolchinistudio@ www.fmwcc.com. yahoo.com. Kathryn Palmer and Jody Hendry, both former past presidents 24 Hour Service • Service to the Airport FEBRUARY SPECIAL Towncar Available

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The Valentine’s Day package at Hotel Indigo is $109 for two adults Greg Biolchini’s Jana, pastel, was featured in The Pastel Journal Sept-Oct 2001 otel Indigo in the downtown River District is offering a Valentine’s Day Drawing on over 30 years of teaching experience and insights, Greg Biolchini package. Reserve a standard king room for two adults on the night of focuses on the process of painting. It is the obvious pleasure Biolchini takes in sharing HSaturday, February 14, and receive strawberries and champage upon arrival. his painting process with fellow artists that makes his workshops and demonstrations The price is $109 plus tax. Upgrades to suites are available for an additional so popular. charge. Biolchini teaches workshops in pastel, oil and acrylic as well as in plein air and Hotel Indigo is located at 1520 Broadway, Fort Myers. For reservations, call 337- portraiture. His February workshops are taught at his Riverfront Studio in North Fort 3446. Myers: Adel’s Hair Design and Ursula’s Hair Design have announced their February • Portrait Demo – Oil, February 6, 1 to 4 p.m. special. Receive 10 percent off on all hair services at their new location at Snipitz. • Oil - The Classic Portrait From Life, February 8 to 12, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Salon, 15560 McGregor Boulevard, Fort Myers in Bruno’s Plaza. • Paintings from Your Photos You Love – Pastel, February 13 to 16, 9 a.m. to 4 In addition to English, Adel speaks Portuguese and Spanish while Ursula speaks p.m. with critique on February 28, 3 to 5 p.m. German. • Fundamentals of Painting with Pastels, February 18 to 22, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call Adel at 454-3683 or Ursula at 462-1075 to schedule an appointment. • The Classic Portrait From Life – Pastel, February 24 to 27, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, call 910-6088 or go to www.biolchini.com. The Sandy Butler Restaurant and Market is providing guests with a variety of choices for Valentine’s Day dining and shopping. On Valentine’s Day, Chef Michael Ragusa is serving a special four-course brunch for $22 per person. The first course is a mixed berry parfait with mascarpone mousse. For the second course, guests may choose either a chocolate waffle with strawberry syrup or Bananas Foster pancake. The three choices for the Please visit our River Weekly News third course include quiche Lorraine, eggs online advertisers at Benedict or spinach Florentine omelet www.islandsunnews.com. with Gruyère cream sauce. For the fourth course, guests will be served a chocolate You can click through to their fudge brownie with raspberry sauce and Web sites for more information vanilla ice cream. Brunch is available from about real estate, shopping, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. restaurants and services. For a four-course Valentine’s Day din- Just click on the logos surrounding ner, Chef Ragusa will offer a chilled straw- the front page. berry soup with mascarpone cream and chocolate shavings or potato cheddar ale soup topped with crispy pancetta for the first course. The second course includes a choice of a wedge salad or baby field greens with roasted red beets and pecan-encrusted goat cheese tossed in raspberry vinaigrette. The third course features three choices: a surf and turf entrée which includes Maine lobster tail and filet mignon with a choice of peppercorn sauce or Béarnaise sauce; lobster ravioli in a lobster sherry cream sauce; or bouillabaisse with lobster, shrimp, scallops, clams, mussels and grouper in a tomato broth. The fourth cours is flourless chocolate cake with vanilla bean ice cream. The cost is $50 per person. Dinner is available from 5 to 9 p.m. For reservations, call The Sandy Butler Restaurant at 482-6765, ext. 1. On Tuesday, February 16, the Bar Association Bistro and Lounge is having an all day Mardi Gras party. Owners Ron Kopko and Mark Solomon have scheduled two stilt walkers who will be throwing beads from the courtyard. They are also giving away hats, masks and wigs and are serving Cajun food and speciality drinks from 11 a.m. to close. The Bar Association Bistro and Lounge is at 1609 Hendry Street in historic downtown Fort Myers. Call 334-8080. THERIVER FEBRUARY 5, 2010 7 From page 1 Galloway, who originated the hymn sing in 1989, said he wanted to do some- Mrs. Edison’s thing to honor Mrs. Mina Edison during the Edison Festival celebration. Hymn Sing “We hear a great deal about the won- Amelie Michel derful work of Thomas Alva Edison but FINE TABLECLOTHS FROM PROVENCE we don’t do a lot to honor his wife who also volunteered a great deal of her time and talent to making Fort Myers what it is today,” Galloway said. This year’s event will feature the First French Tablecloth Presbyterian Sanctuary Choir and many other singers, including members of the Mastersingers, guest soloists and an Warehouse Sale orchestra and a piano-organ combination. Mrs. Edison’s Hymn Sing is sponsored by the Galloway Family of Dealerships and is open to all denominations. To Friday, Feb 5th thru Monday, Feb 15th accommodate the large crowd expected, closed circuit televisions also will be set up 10am - 6pm Daily in the church’s Fellowship Hall and the chapel. For more information or directions to the church, call 334-2261 or visit www. Mina Edison fpcfortmyers.org. or woman who has not needed a helping hand in his or her life,” said organizer From page 1 Sam Galloway, Jr. “Rising unemployment and the down- Antique Car Show turn in our local economy have caused • Live music many of our neighbors to ask for food • Henry and Clara Ford leading infor- to feed their families for the first time mal tours throughout the event in their lives. Our director has told me, • Food served on the Ford cottage ter- ‘Sam, I cannot tell you who, but people race are coming for groceries whom you and I A portion of the proceeds will benefit know.’ We can’t allow our neighbors and the restoration of the antique car collec- friends to be hungry. Please – we need tion of the states. our community to get together and help For more information call 334-7419 with all the canned goods they can.” or visit www.efwefla.org.

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Greg Biolchini Bailey’s Center #2437 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel 239.910.6088 in The Video Scene’s old location [email protected] www.Biolchini.com 860-876-0800•www.ameliemichel.com 8 THERIVER FEBRUARY 5, 2010 Fort Myers South Kiwanis Elects New Officers

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Hackenyos is a retired engi- neer. The club also inducted Megan Marquardt of Wanda and George Myers Finemark National Bank & Trust and Kim Barrera of Priority Marketing as new club members. The club is looking for more service-minded indi- Megan Marquardt with husband Tom viduals and business profes- sionals who would like to Beach he Kiwanis Club of Fort Myers make a direct impact on the Conditions South held its installation banquet community through volun- Tfor 2010 officers at Whiskey teering. Meetings are held Report Creek Country Club. Awards were also every Tuesday at 7:15 a.m. given to club members for their support at Edison State College. in service to the community. For details on joining the Go to: The individuals who took office Fort Myers South Kiwanis include: Rachel Toomey as club presi- club, call Toomey at 940- IslandSunNews.com dent; Todd Adams as secretary; and Max 3893 or e-mail her at Hackenyos as treasurer. Toomey is media Rachel.Toomey33@gmail. For up-to-date information buyer at Priority Marketing, Adams is com. on local beaches president of Mills-Price & Associates and Ahmad and Rania Kareh Heritage Music Festival Enjoy a night of Acoustic Blues featuring the Frank Corso Band MIROMAR OUTLETS Saturday, February 6 from 4 - 7 p.m. Near the Restaurant Piazza

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From page 1 hit shows in major cities, including Cape Town, Prague, Amsterdam, Helsinki, Glorious! Debuts Toronto, Warsaw, Rio de Janeiro and Chicago. In Fort Myers Glorious! plays February 5 to 20 on I cannot sing, but no one can say that I Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 didn’t sing.” p.m. with one Saturday matinee at 2 She sold out Carnegie Hall for her p.m. on February 6. Tickets are $22 and concerts while the public roared with $10. Opening night February 5 will be laughter. Produced around the world, “pay what you will.” Thursdays February Glorious! has brought the same reaction 11 and 18 are “buy one get one half from audiences everywhere. price” nights. To make reservations call Peter Quilter’s plays have been trans- the box office at 936-3239. lated into 18 languages and produced in 27 countries around the world. He has had two plays in London´s West End and More Zumba hit shows in major cities, including Cape Town, Prague, Amsterdam, Helsinki, At Bay Oaks Toronto, Warsaw, Rio de Janeiro and umba has been a huge hit at Bay Chicago. Oaks Recreation Center on Fort Glorious! plays February 5 to 20 on ZMyers Beach. It is so popular that Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 Bay Oaks will be offering two classes. In p.m. with one Saturday matinee at 2 addition to Tuesday night at 6:30 p.m., p.m. on February 6. Tickets are $22 and Zumba will also be offered on Thursday $10. Opening night February 5 will be night at 6:30 p.m. The cost for each “pay what you will.” Thursdays February class is $5 for non-members and $4 for 11 and 18 are “buy one get one half members. price” nights. To make reservations call The Zumba program fuses Latin the box office at 936-3239. rhythms and dancing and easy-to-follow She sold out Carnegie Hall for her moves to create a one-of-a-kind fitness concerts while the public roared with program that you won’t believe. Zumba laughter. Produced around the world, participants achieve long-term benefits Glorious! has brought the same reaction while experiencing an exciting hour of from audiences everywhere. calorie-burning, body-energizing, awe- Peter Quilter’s plays have been trans- inspiring movements meant to engage lated into 18 languages and produced in and captivate for life. 27 countries around the world. He has For more information cal 765-4222. had two plays in London´s West End and 10 THERIVER FEBRUARY 5, 2010 “Voice of Faith,” WCRN 13.50 AM Radio, Corner Cypress View Drive and Koreshan Wednsday Service 6 p.m. Churches/Temples Sunday, 1:30 p.m. Boulevard, Three Oaks area, Fort Myers, ST. COLUMBKILLE ALL FAITHS UNITARIAN CONGREGATION Thursday Service, 7:30 p.m. 267-3525 CATHOLIC CHURCH: Crestwell School, 1901 Park Meadows Friday Youth Service, 7:30 p.m. Walter Fohs, pastor; Becky Robbins- 12171 Iona Road, Fort Myers, off Drive, between US 41 and Summerlin Nursery care for pre-school children and Penniman, associate pastor McGregor and north of Gladiolus. Road, ½ mile north of College. Children’s Church for ages 5-12 available Sunday worship services: 489-3973 Minister: The Rev. Dr. Wayne Robinson at each service. Early Grace Traditional, 8 a.m. Father Joseph Clifford. Phone: 226-0900. FAITH UNITED METHODIST CHURCH: Awesome Grace Contemporary, 9 a.m. Weekly masses: Minister’s cell phone: 218-3918. 15690 McGregor Boulevard Classic Grace Traditional, 10:30 a.m. Monday through Saturday 8 a.m. Mailing address: P.O. Box 07477, Fort Myers, 482-2030 Sunday School God’s Group, 8:45 and Weekend masses: Saturday 3 and 5 p.m.; Fort Myers, FL 33919 Pastor: David Stauffer. 10 a.m. Sunday: 7, 9,11, and 5:30 p.m. Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. Traditional services 9:00 a.m.; MESSIAH REFORMED CHURCH Reconciliation is available at the church on We believe in the benefits of diversity in Contemporary, 10:30 a.m. Worship Gathering - Sunday 10 a.m. Saturdays at noon and by appointment gender, age, political affiliation, sexual Go south on McGregor Boulevard. The Pastor Alan Bondar SAINT JOHN THE APOSTLE orientation, race and religion. church is 1/2 mile past the intersection of Fort Myers Villas Civic Association Bldg. METROPOLITAN COMMUNITY CHURCH Email: [email protected] Gladiolus and San Carlos Boulevard on the 2306 Sunrise Blvd. Fort Myers, 33907 3049 Mcgregor Boulevard, Fort Myers, Web site: allfaiths-uc.org. way to Sanibel. Phone/text: 220-8519 344-0012 Minister’s email: [email protected] FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST, SCIENTIST: website: messiahreformed.com Pastor Rev. Steve Filizzi ANNUNCIATION GREEK 2390 West First Street, next door to Edison Bible Study - Wednesday 6:30 p.m. An Affirming & Inclusive Congregation ORTHODOX CHURCH: Estates. Fellowship Lunch - Sunday noon Sunday Services, 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. 8210 Cypress Lake Drive, Fort Myers Sunday Morning Service and Sunday Teen Events - Monthly Mid-Week Service, Wednesday 6:30 p.m. Rev. Dr. Elias Bouboutsis School, 10:30 a.m. c/website for podcasts, special events, min- TEMPLE BETHEL SYNAGOGUE: Orthros Service Sunday 9 a.m. Wednesday Evening Testimony Meeting, istries, calendar, blogs, etc. 16225 Winkler Rd. 433-0018. Divine Liturgy Sunday 10 a.m. 7:30 p.m. NEW HOPE BAPTIST CHURCH Rabbi Jeremy Barras Fellowship Programs, Greek School, Child care provided at all services. OF FORT MYERS Cantorial Soloists Joseph/Lynn Goldovitz Sunday School, Bible Study Visit our Reading Room for quiet study at: 16120 San Carlos Boulevard, Unit 10B Shabbat Services, Friday, 7:30 p.m. www.orthodox-faith.com 2281 W. First Street, River District 791-6908 Torah Study, Saturday, 9:15 a.m. 481-2099 www.spirituality.com and www.christian- Tom Richards, Pastor Bar/Bat Mitzvah Services, Saturday, BETH SHILOH MESSIANIC science.com Sunday School for all ages 9:45 a.m. 10:30 a.m. SYNAGOGUE: FIRST CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE: Sunday Morning Worship 11 a.m. Religious Education Classes, Midweek, 15675 McGregor Boulevard. 437-3171 13545 American Colony Boulevard (off Sunday Evening 6 p.m. Grades 2-7, Wednesday, 5:00-6:30 p.m. Rabbi: Judah Hungerman Daniels Parkway in the Colony), Fort Wednesday Evening Bible Study 7 p.m. Preschool Classes, Monday through Friday Friday Service, 8 p.m. Myers, 936-2511 Special Monday Community Group service Confirmation Classes, Wednesday, Saturday Service, 11 a.m. Pastor: Rev. Joey Brummett at 7 p.m. for those who can not attend 5:30-6:30 p.m. Shabbat School Saturday Morning Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.; Morning Sundays. Sunday School, 9:30 a.m. to noon Adult Hebrew Classes Worship, 10:30 a.m.; Sunday Evening, 6 NEW HOPE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH TEMPLE JUDEA (CONSERVATIVE): Please call for information on full program. p.m.; Wednesday Family Night, 7 p.m. 3825 McGregor Boulevard. Fort Myers 14486 A & W Bulb Road, BREAD OF LIFE MINISTRIES FORT MYERS CHRISTIAN CHURCH Pastors: Bill Stephens, Stu Austin and Fort Myers, 433-0201. CHURCH OF GOD: (DISCIPLES OF CHRIST) A STEPHEN Howard Biddulph, Associate Pastor Rabbi: Benjamin S. Sendrow, 16581 McGregor Boulevard, 267-3166 MINISTRIES CONGREGATION Traditional Worship at 8:00 and 9:30 am, Cantor: I. Victor Geigner. (Just past the Tanger Outlet Mall) 5916 Winkler Road, Fort Myers, Contemporary Worship at 11:00am Weekly services: Monday and Thursday, 9 Pastor: Barry Lentz, 281-3063 437-4330. Rev. Mark Condrey, Pastor Sunday School at 8:00, 9:30 and 11:00am a.m.; Friday, 8 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. Sunday Worship, 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m. Youth and Children’s programming runs Religious school Sunday, 9 a.m. to noon, Wednesday Bible Study, 7 p.m. Church School: 9:15 a.m. concurrent to Sunday services. and Wednesday, 4:30 to 6 p.m. CHURCH OF THE CROSS: FORT MYERS CONGREGATIONAL Nursery care provided at all services Family Midrash services on the first and 13500 Freshman Lane; 768-2188 UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST: For more information visit: www.newhope- third Fridays of the month at 7 p.m. Pastors: Jeff Moran and Michael Bulter; 8210 College Parkway, Fort Myers, fortmyers.org Pre bar/bat mitzvah class Monday, 5:30 to A nondenominational church emphasizing 482-3133. Philip White, pastor PEACE COMMUNITY CHURCH: 7 p.m., followed by confirmation class from a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Morning Worship: 10 a.m. (Meets at Ft. Myers Beach Masonic Lodge) 7:30 to 9 p.m. Sunday Service: 9 a.m. Contemporary Church School: 10:15 a.m. 17625 Pine Ridge Road, Fort Myers Beach For information on early childhood educa- 10:45 a.m. Traditional. Adult Forum: 9 a.m. 267-7400. tion/preschool, phone 482-1121. HOLY THEOTOKOS MONASTERY: Pastors: Bruce Merton, Gail and RC THE NEW CHURCH CHRIST THE KING 111 Evergreen Road, North Fort Myers, Fleeman The New Church of SWFL is located at 1188 Lake McGregor Drive, Fort Myers, 997-2846 Traditional Worship 9:45 a.m. 10811 Sunset Plaza Circle, by Summerlin 432-1724. Rev. N. Everett Keith III; Eastern Orthodox men’s monastery. Contemporary Worship 11:15 a.m. and Pine Ridge Roads, behind Zoomers An Old Catholic Community; Liturgy Liturgical services conducted in the Phone: 267-7400 Fax: 267-7407 and the ponds. in English; Sunday Mass at 9:30 a.m. English, Greek and Church Slavonic lan- Web site: peacecommunitychurch.com Reverend Nadine COVENANT PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH: guages, following the Julian (Old) Calendar. e-mail: [email protected] Spiritual Recovery, Wednesdays 10 a.m. 2439 McGregor Boulevard, 334-8937 Liturgical Services: Sundays and Holy PEACE LUTHERAN CHURCH: Healing Service, Wednesdays 11 a.m. and Rev. Dan Hagmaier, pastor Days: The Third and Sixth Hours at 8:30 15840 McGregor Boulevard, Fort Myers Fridays 6:30 p.m. Traditional Sunday service 10 a.m. a.m.; Walter Still, Senior Pastor, Sunday Worship Services, 11 a.m. Nursery available Divine Liturgy at 9 a.m. Sunday Worship: 8 and 9:30 a.m. Call for information 481-5535. CYPRESS LAKE BAPTIST CHURCH: IONA-HOPE EPISCOPAL 3/4 mile south from the intersection of UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST 8400 Cypress Lake Drive, Fort Myers, CONGREGATION: McGregor, San Carlos and Gladiolus. CHURCH FORT MYERS: 481-5442 9650 Gladiolus Drive, Fort Myers, A congregation of the ELCA. 13411 Shire Lane (off Daniels Parkway one Danny Harvey, pastor 454-4778 REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH mile west of I-75) Sunday Services: Bible study, 9:45 a.m. The Rev. Dr. John S. Adler, pastor 3950 Winkler Extension, Fort Myers Minister: The Rev. Allison Farnum Morning Worship, 11 a.m. Weekly services: Daily early learning center/day care Sunday services and religious education at Evening Worship, 7 p.m. Saturday 5 p.m., Eucharist with Healing Sunday Services, 8:15 and 10:15 a.m. 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting, 7 p.m. Sunday 8 a.m., Holy Eucharist, Rite One; 274-0143 For information on all church events call CYPRESS LAKE 9:30 a.m., Family Eucharist with Healing SAMUDRABADRA BUDDHIST 561-2700 or visit www.uucfm.org. PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH: and Church School CENTER: UNITY OF BONITA SPRINGS: 8260 Cypress Lake Drive, Fort Myers, 481- Tuesday 9:30 a.m., Morning Prayer (in Meditation classes. All are welcome. Family Service 10 to 11 a.m. 3233; Clint Cottrell, pastor Spanish); Wednesday 9:30 a.m., Eucharist Guided meditations offering many meth- Healing Circle 11 a.m. Sunday services: with Healing ods for relaxing the body and focusing Hospitality and Fellowship, 11 a.m. Traditional, 8 and 11 a.m.; Child care available at Saturday 5 p.m. and the mind on virtuous objects to bring Inspiring lesson, uplifting and dynamic Contemporary, 9:30 a.m. Sunday 9:30 a.m. services. increasing peace and happiness into music, meditation in a loving environment. Children’s Church K4J (Kids for Jesus) JESUS THE WORKER daily activity. For information, class times Service held at 28285 Imperial Street, 9:45 a.m. CATHOLIC CHURCH: and locations call 567-9739 or visit www. Bonita Springs. Call 947-3100. CYPRESS LAKE 881 Nuna Avenue, Fort Myers, 481-1143 MeditationInFortMyers.org. WESTMINSTER PRESBYTERIAN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH: Masses Friday and Saturday, 7 p.m.; SOUTHWEST BAPTIST CHURCH: CHURCH: 8570 Cypress Lake Drive, Sunday, 8 and 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. 16940 McGregor Boulevard, Fort Myers, 9065 Ligon Court, Fort Myers, across Fort Myers, 482-1250 KINGDOM LIFE CHURCH: 454-3336 from HealthPark Hospital, 481-2125 Sunday Traditional Service: 8 and 2154 McGregor Boulevard, Fort Myers, Robert G. Kasten, Pastor Pastor: Interim Pastor Dr. Luder Whitlock 11 a.m., Praise Service: 9:30 a.m. 218-8343 Sunday Worship Service 11 a.m. Sunday Service: Sunday School: All times Pastor Randy and Anita Thurman Nursery available 9:30 a.m., Contemporary; FAITH FELLOWSHIP WORLD Sunday Service, 10:30 a.m. 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for all ages Worship and Adult Classes OUTREACH MINISTRIES: All are welcome. Junior Church grades one to five 11 a.m., Blended Worship 6111 South Pointe Boulevard, Fort Myers, LAMB OF GOD LUTHERAN/EPISCOPAL Wee Church Pre-K to K continued on page 11 278-3638. Sunday Worship, 10:30 a.m.; CHURCH: Evening Service 6 p.m. THERIVER FEBRUARY 5, 2010 11 The program is free and open to the OBITUARY OBITUARY public. Participants should register in Agency Appoints advance at the church, located at 13411 Shire Lane, Fort Myers (just off Daniels Bookkeeper Road), phone 561-2700. my Newton has joined Community Cooperative AMinistries Inc. (CCMI) as book- Genealogist keeper. Newton has over 15 years experience To Speak in office management and bookkeep- n February 18 from 1 to 3 ing. She most recently served as office p.m. Wesley Memorial United manager for ABC Court Reporting in OMethodist Church presents Amityville, New York. Skeletons in Our Closets: Researching a Newton holds an associates degree Family Scandal. The program will be pre- in business administration from State sented by professional Genealogist Robin University at Farmingdale, New York. B. Seidenberg, a member of Genealogical CCMI is the umbrella agency for the Speakers Guild. Soup Kitchen and Food Pantry, Meals Enjoy an intriguing tale of wealth, on Wheels, Senior Transportation, the romance, betrayal, jealousy and murder. Montessori Preschool of Dunbar and After investigating rumors of an old fam- Family and Homeless Services. CCMI FREDERICK W. KOPPLOW ily scandal that took place during the serves Fort Myers and the greater Lee Roaring ‘20s in Chicago, Seidenberg County area, including Bonita Springs, rederick W. Kopplow II passed Cape Coral and Lehigh Acres. For more away January 31, 2010 at Gulf uncovered a sensational story that made newspaper headlines across the entire information visit www.ccmileecounty.com PHYLLIS and IRWIN R. BOGEN FCoast Hospital after a brief illness. or call 332-7687. Fred was born in Evanston, Illinois but nation. rwin R. Bogen, 87, died January 23, moved to Michigan at an early age. He Refreshments will be provided as well 2010 at Cypress Cove in Fort Myers. resided at Gull Lake, Michigan for many as a lot of good fellowship. IHe was born in Brooklyn, New York years before moving to Sanibel in 1984. Te church is located at 4141 Deleon and resided in Hewlett Harbor and In high school he was an outstanding Street in Fort Myers. Check the Web site Manhattan before moving to Sanibel track and basketball star. As an active at [email protected]. for informa- Island and then to Cypress Cove. member of the Boy Scouts, he achieved tion and directions. He was a sergeant in the U.S. Army the highest rank of Eagle Scout. in WWII. An avid tennis player, art col- Upon graduation from high school lector, businessman and philanthropist, he entered the navy and served for three he was known for his sense of humor years during World War II in the South and voracious appetite for books. He Pacific. He was a chief boatswain’s mate Read us online at IslandSunNews.com was active in the BIG ARTS and served on an LST. on the board of SW Florida Symphony. He was a graduate with a BS degree He was pre-deceased by his wife of 68 from Western Michigan University where years, Phyllis, and survived by his children he was a member of Delta Upsilon fra- Leslie, Russell (Beth), Janice, and his ternity. admiring grandchildren Steven and Jason Survivors include his loving wife of 53 Winkler, Sonja Field and William. years, Sally Wise Kopplow, their children A memorial service will be held Fred III and his wife Lisa of Cincinnati, Sunday, February 28 at 3:30 p.m. at Anne Durbin and her husband Dan of Temple Beth-El, 16225 Winkler Road, Cape Coral, four grandchildren, Morgan Fort Myers. and Ryan Durbin, twins Freddy IV and Tickets Just In lieu of flowers, the family Abby Kopplow. requests donations to Sanibel Captiva Fred had an engaging personality to all Concert Series $10 Conservations Foundation, 3333 Sanibel- who knew him. He was a devoted family Captiva Road, Sanibel, FL 33957 (sccf. man who adored his wife, children and org) or Arthur Ashe Tennis Foundation, grandchildren. 4842 Ridge Avenue, Philadelphia, PA A memorial service will be held this VILLAGE CHURCH AT SHELL POINT 19129 (ashetennis.org). summer in Michigan. From page 10 Dr. C. Harry Causey and the Churches/Temples Unitarian WORD OF LIFE CHURCH: National Christian Choir 2120 Collier Ave, Fort Myers, 274-8881; Universalists Founded in 1984 by its current music Services: Sunday 10 a.m.; he Unitarian Universalist Church director, C. Harry Causey,the NCC is Wednesday 7 p.m. of Fort Myers is presenting a six- Bishop Gaspar and Michele Anastasi comprised of over 150 singers from more Tpart program exploring the history than 100 different churches throughout ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH: and dynamics of the changing Unitarian 7401 Winkler Road, Fort Myers, Universalist (UU) faith. Participants the greater Washington, DC area. Their 481-4040, Pastor, Steve Hess weekly inspirational broadcast,“Psalm 95” Sunday Services: 8 a.m. traditional; will explore UU identity within the 9:30 a.m. contemporary; 11 a.m. blendings. context of the history and heritage of is heard on over 400 radio stations in Sunday school, 9:30 a.m. Unitarianism and Universalism. every state, all of Canada and beyond. Our Unitarian Universalist Story will be held at the church from 6:30 to 8 Two SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 13 AT 7:15 P.M. p.m. Thursdays, February18 through Performances! SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 14 AT 6:15 P.M. March 25. It will be co-led by the Rev. Elena Rigg and Dr. Donald Routh. Our email address is This program uses readings, group LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR discussions and activities to focus on [email protected] the history and heritage of Unitarian OR CALL (239) 454-2147 NOW! Universalism, personal spiritual values, individual experience and current theo- 15100 SHELL P OINT B LVD.•FT.MYERS, FL 33908 logical trends and issues. WWW. SHELLPOINT. ORG/ VILLAGECHURCH 12 THERIVER FEBRUARY 5, 2010 Researcher To Discuss Caloosahatchee ‘Lunar Lander’

Brooke Denkert and Marijke Noens, graduate students at FGCU, wait for sun to set before sampling zooplankton off Sanibel

quality of freshwater delivered to estuaries and is a member of the advisory com- can influence the physiology of estua- mittee for the Rookery Bay National rine organisms, the structure of oyster Estuarine Research Reserve and of the reefs, and zooplankton assemblages. The Conservation and Research Advisory importance of oyster reefs as essential Committee of The Florida Aquarium. University of South Florida graduate student Greg Ellis recovers the sampling tripod with fish habitats will also be addressed. The lecture is free with museum instruments that take measurements and collect plants living on the river bottom Tolley received the Knight Fellowship admission. Call Diane Orvis Thomas at in Marine Science at the University of 395-2233 with any questions regarding r. Greg Tolley’s “lunar lander” stage of fishes, a distinct juvenile form South Florida, where he received his doc- the program. doesn’t settle on the surface many animals undergo before becoming toral degree. He chairs the advisory board Dof the moon but rather on the adults. The larva’s appearance is differ- of the Florida Institute of Oceanography floor of the Caloosahatchee River. This ent than the adult phase and they often electronic device measures parameters live in environments that are very differ- such as water temperature, salinity, and ent than their adult counterparts. color. Dr. Tolley’s interest is in the larval At 2 p.m. on February 10, the Shell Museum will host Dr. Tolley, a at the CREW Marsh Trails the first and former shell museum trustee and profes- Sailing Singles third Tuesdays of each month through sor of marine science at Florida Gulf he First Friday Happy Hour of April for all ages from 9 a.m. to noon. Coast University. Dr. Tolley will pres- Sailing Singles of Southwest Florida The hike is free, although donations to ent a program titled, The Importance is at 5 p.m. on February 5 at support the trust’s preservation efforts are BOAT T appreciated. Call 657-2253 for reserva- of Freshwater In-flow To Coastal Harbourside Grill, Marinatown Way, Ecosystems; the Goldilocks Approach. North Fort Myers. tions. Hikers are encouraged to bring “Larvae respond very quickly to Regular meetings are on the third water and wear old shoes. RENTALS Full Moon Hike February 26 changes in the environment, sometimes Thursday each month at Bonita Bill’s within hours,” said Tolley, the founding Restaurant under the Fort Myers Beach Come to the CREW Marsh Trails as Fishing • Cabbage Key the sun sets and explore the CREW trails Dolphin Watching Director of Florida Gulf Coast University’s bridge, at 7 p.m. Coastal Watershed Institute. “This charac- The February 18 guest speaker is with senses other than sight. Flashlights Captains Available teristic makes them ideal for this type of Gerald Canning of H&R Block on Tax with a red beam setting are welcome, but study,” he added. Tips and Info. Bring your tax questions. the moon will light the way. Hikers are The research is designed to determine Call Diane at 463-0993 or log onto encouraged to bring water to drink and 472-5800 the ideal mix of freshwater in the river www.sailing-singles.net for location or wear hiking shoes, long pants and long Jensen’s Marina and the best timing for the release of more information. sleeves. Fee is $3 for CREW members, Captiva Island fresh water from Lake Okeechobee. He Everyone is welcome. $5 for non-members. All proceeds will be will describe how the timing, amount and used to support the trust’s preservation efforts. Reservations are required by calling 657-2253 or email bthomas_crew@ Guided Hikes earthlink.net. At CREW The CREW Marsh Hiking Trails and 2 FOR 1 the CREW Cypress Dome Hiking Trails he following guided hikes are are open to the public from sunrise to Up to $25 Value offered at CREW (Corkscrew sunset every day. Trail maps and a self Present this coupon for complimentary admission when a 2nd admission of equal TRegional Ecosystem Watershed): guided trail brochure are available at the or greater value is purchased. Offer not valid w/ any other discount or promotion. Must present coupon at time of purchase. Discount applies to regular prices. February 13: Saturday Morning trailhead. Valid through 2/12/10 Guided Hike - The CREW Land & Water From Fort Myers, travel east on Trust hosts a hike at the CREW Marsh Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard (State • Island Cruise to Useppa Or Cabbage Key Trails on the second Saturday of each Road 82) 20 miles and turn right on • Boca Grande Cruise month through April for all ages from 9 County Road 850. The Marsh Trails are • Dolphin Watch Cruise a.m. to noon. The hike is free, although two miles southwest on the left and the Reservations Required • Beach & Shelling Cruise donations to support the trust’s preserva- Cypress Dome Trails are 16 miles south- tion efforts are appreciated. Call 657- west on the left. Brown road signs mark 239-472-5300 • Sunset Serenade Cruise 2253 for reservations. Hikers are encour- each parking lot. www.captivacruises.com • Sailing Catamaran Cruises aged to bring water and wear old shoes. For more information on the organi- Call for departure time February 2 and 16: Tuesday Morning zation or the trails visit the Web site at Guided Hike – Guided hikes are offered www.crewtrust.org. THERIVER FEBRUARY 5, 2010 13 carrier and on the bird,” said Veterinarian CROW Case Dr. PJ Deitschel, who admitted him at the clinic. “The curved tip at the end of Of The Week: his top beak had broken in the carrier, and hung at a ninety degree angle to the Brown Pelican side.” by Brian Johnson Everyone was surprised at the strange sight of the bird’s displaced beak and everal calls wondered what on earth could possibly came into be done. SCROW on Ever innovative and intuitive, Dr. PJ December 27, 2009 popped the tip of the pelican’s beak back about a brown into place. “Let’s not bump it !” she said. pelican with a slashed “The bird was quite rambunctious and pouch at the docks stressed,” said Dr. PJ. “The gashes in the around Punta Rassa. pouch were huge but we’d seen worse.” Later that after- Staff gave the seven-pound pelican noon island residents pain medication, anti-inflammatories, sub- Tony and Marissa Rizzo were cleaning cutaneous fluids, and Yunnan Paiyou to their boat at Jensen’s Marina on Captiva reduce the bleeding. They took a radio- when they spotted what may have been graph to make sure he had not swallowed the same bird. a fish hook. “There were a whole bunch of peli- The following morning the bird was Brown pelican with a slashed pouch cans there, but we noticed this one with a still in a wild mood, but they were able to huge gash,” said Marissa. place him the tub where he could scoop the skin contracted around the large hole, he flew beautifully between the platforms They alerted Stephen Safranek, a herring out of the water without putting and eventually the pouch was restored to on either side of a large pool. Dr. PJ’s Jensen’s employee, who brought over a pressure on the tip of his beak. full working condition. improvisational treatment for his beak large net, towel, and cage. “For our students and volunteers it was “Their pouches are very elastic,” said had succeeded, and they had no further Tony Rizzo tossed a frozen fish in the enlightening,” said Dr. PJ. “The instant Dr. PJ. “With supportive care, there is problems with it. water, and soon the group of pelicans reaction was to suture the pouch in order usually no need for surgery.” CROW released the bird with a group were competing for the morsel. Together for him to eat.” In the wild, pelicans probably sustain of other pelicans on January 21. Rizzo and Safranek tried to hold back the When Dr. PJ arrived at CROW in minor gashes on a regular basis from the CROW (Clinic for the Rehabilitation other pelicans and isolate the injured one. 1998 it was the practice at the clinic to hazardous business of swallowing dozens of Wildlife, Inc.) is a non-profit wildlife After about 10 minutes they were able to suture ripped pouches even though the of fish. Major gashes, however, very likely hospital providing veterinary care for net the bird and haul him in. suture line often opened. But one case compromise their ability to hunt, and native and migratory wildlife from the They transferred the pelican to the turned logic on its head and give them may be fatal. Supportive care at CROW Gulf Coast of Florida. The hospital carrier, and the Rizzos drove him to a new treatment strategy. After three -- eating fish out of a tub or bowl -- allows accepts patients seven days a week CROW. “He was very feisty in the cage,” surgeries failed to securely sew up a peli- them to maintain normal nutrition levels from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mail donations she said. can’s pouch, Dr. PJ decided to let the while they heal. to PO Box 150, Sanibel, FL 33957. “There was blood everywhere in the bird try to heal on his own. It worked – On January 3, CROW staff moved Call 472-3644 or visit: the pelican to an outdoor cage, where www.crowclinic.org.

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Marine Science Center and a one-and- Commercial one-half-hour guided tour of the $100 million commercial fishing industry, Fishing Fleet Tour which includes Erickson & Jensen Supply stego Bay Foundation Marine House, Trico Shrimp Company and Science Center is offering com- Beach Seafood. Omercial fishing fleet tours on San Experience firsthand how the boats Carlos Island. are unloaded, the trawl doors are built, The three-hour tour, which is held the shrimp nets are hand-sewn, the sea- held every Wednesday morning, includes food is processed and other important a one-and-one-half-hour tour of the continued on page 15 THERIVER FEBRUARY 5, 2010 15 six taken out of one spot before moving a few miles from Redfish Pass was the Trout The Best on. The reds were all on the smaller side hot spot of the trip with the bite going with rats measuring 16-20 inches on off for about 20 minutes before shutting Action Right Now average. The area around Foster’s Point down. by Capt. on North Captiva held some much bigger We caught some other mixed bag fish Matt Mitchell reds but I was just not able to get them to including grunts, flounder, red grouper eat a bait. and mangrove snapper. This run and gun his week fish- Trout was without a doubt the best reef fishing can really be a blast as you ing was a vast action in town this week. Even when not never know what you’re going to find. Timprovement trying to catch trout while targeting man- What amazed me while offshore was the over what it has grove shorelines for redfish, there they lack of the usual bait and birds over the been. Not only were. reefs. I think the cold really pushed all the has the water tem- I have been catching the trout with bait out to deeper, warmer water. perature warmed a few different methods depending on Just a heads up to all you grouper fish- up to mid-60s the the water depth I’m fishing them in. ermen, both recreational and commercial: majority of the Throwing soft plastic jigs on the flats has fishing on the species closed February 1 dead fish that were been a no-brainer with trout caught on and will stay closed through March 31. floating around all over the bay have almost every cast. Shallower flats and Closing this recreational fishery does not either sunk to the bottom or washed out edges seem to be holding the largest make any sense at all. With such strict to sea on the tide. It’s still hard to forget numbers of trout with the fish running limits on grouper already set for the rec- the devastating cold water snook kill we 14 to 20 inches. In deeper water a live reational angler what’s the point? With just had as I have not caught a snook in shrimp fished close to the bottom has commercial fishing responsible for rough- weeks, even by accident. This time of been the better method. ly 95 percent of all total grouper taken in year I always catch a few snook while I did make it out a few miles offshore the gulf, just close commercial and give throwing jigs or targeting redfish against one day this week on a charter targeting us recreational guys a chance. the mangroves and oyster bars. sheepshead. Most of our nearshore reefs Then to make it even worse for us Trout and redfish fishing were con- are starting to load up with these tasty recreational types out there, they lowered sistent all week with lots of trout caught fish. We did not have a great day due to the minimum size of red grouper for every time out. When I was able to locate windy conditions but did manage about commercial fisherman from 20 inches to the redfish, action was good with five or 10 nice keepers. One sunken barge out 18 inches. How can that help anyone but the commercial guy? Capt. Matt Mitchell moved to Sanibel in 1980 and has fished local waters for Send Us Your Fish Tales more than 25 years. He now lives in St. he River Weekly would like to hear from anglers about their catches. James City and has worked as a back Send us details including tackle, bait and weather conditions, date of country fishing guide for more than 10 Eric Selck with a big trout caught throwing Tcatch, species and weight, and include photographs with identification. years. If you have comments or ques- soft plastic jigs Drop them at the River Weekly, 16450 San Carlos Boulevard, Suite 2, Fort tions email [email protected]. Myers, Flordia 33908, or email to [email protected].

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OPEN Saturday 10 am to 5 pm a Silver Chest Show by Pete Clapp Sunday 11 am to 4 pm (813) 228-0038 IS 16 THERIVER FEBRUARY 5, 2010 Florida Printmakers Invitational embers of Florida Printmakers, will be display- Ming works in the Alliance for the Arts main gallery February 5 to 27. An opening reception will be held on Friday, February 5 from 5-8 p.m. to celebrate selected artists and their contributions to the art of printmaking. Florida Printmakers is a national organization of artists whose mission is to promote the art of printmaking through exhibitions and print exchanges between its members. Vince Giordano Curated by Lise Drost, president of the organization and chair of the Art and Art History department at Band Returns By Popular Demand the University of Miami, this exhibi- ince Giordano and The Nighthawks bring their classic big-band sounds to BIG tion will show the range of imagery ARTS Schein Performance Hall Saturday, February 13 at 8 p.m. being used by contemporary print V In his 30 years as a bandleader, Giordano has become the authority on rec- artists. reating the sounds of 1920s and ‘30s jazz and popular music. His love of re-creating The exhibition will feature several printmakers including Lise Drost as the music has led to performances at the Smithsonian, Carnegie Hall, the JVC Jazz one of the artists as well as Jonathan Festival, Lincoln Center, and the Breda Jazz Festival in Holland. Described by one crit- Thomas, who teaches in the Miami ic as a “poet of the jazz repertory frozen by time... the authenticity of the music cou- printmaking program. pled with his firsthand knowledge of the original material provides him with insights, There will also be works by experiences, and an integrity that is unique to the musical world.” local printmakers: Browne, Collins, Giordano also lent his talents to Bix: An Interpretation of a Legend (RCA), the Owen, Rohl, Rutherford, Tyler and original soundtrack from the 1990 film. He was typecast as a bass player in Sean Yeomans. All artworks will be for Penn’s band in Woody Allen’s Sweet and Lowdown, and he and the band are fea- sale. Silkscreen collage and mixed media by Lisa Drost tured in Gus Van Sant’s film, Finding Forrester. The Alliance for the Arts is at A critic from the New York Sun called The Nighthawks “the undisputed masters of 10091 McGregor Boulevard just south of Colonial Boulevard, Fort Myers. Visit www. syncopated sounds from the pre-swing era, a period when even the much-disparaged ArtInLee.org for more details. “sweet bands” were incredibly innovative.” Tickets are $46 loge, $41 floor, and $15 student. Vince Giordano and The Nighthawks concert patron sponsor is Ocean’s Reach Mann Performing Arts Hall Box Office, Gulf Front Condominiums Resort. BRAVO! Ballet www.bbmannpah.com, or by calling 481- To purchase tickets stop by BIG ARTS, 900 Dunlop Road or call the Marks Box 4849. Prices range from $45 to $65 for Office at 395-0900. Returns To Area general seating. Patron tickets are $150 and are available at bravoballet@gulf- shoreballet.org. Patron benefits include center orchestra seating, reserved parking and a post-performance party with the dancers. Proceeds from the evening will benefit Gulfshore Ballet, the area’s only non-profit classical ballet school. For more information, contact Jan Egeland at 472-2146 or 220-9918. Wind Orchestra Concert At FGCU lorida Gulf Coast University Bower School of Music’s Wind Orchestra Fwill perform a concert conducted by associate professor and head of Instrumental Music Rod Chesnutt, with guest conductor Jean-Philippe Allard. The concerts begins at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, February 11 in the Student Scene from Swan Lake Union ballroom and is free and open to the public. RAVO!Ballet returns to Fort Allard is conductor of the Wind Myers Sunday, March 14. Orchestra at the Conservatoire de BDancers from the world-renowned Musique in Aulnay, France, where he New York City Ballet will take the stage also serves as the assistant director of the at Cypress Lake Center for the Arts at Conservatoire. 3 p.m. to perform excerpts from a wide The performance also features guest variety of pieces from the New York faculty artist William Larsen. In addition City Ballet repertoire. The program to his position as adjunct instructor of will showcase the works of George flute at FGCU, he serves as the princi- Balanchine and Jerome Robbins, two pal flautist with the Southwest Florida of the world’s most celebrated choreog- Symphony. The FGCU Wind Orchestra raphers, including excerpts from Swan performs works by contemporary com- Lake, Le Corsaire, Don Quixote, The posers Morricone, de Meij, Giroux, Plog, Four Seasons, and Who Cares. Camphouse and Wilson. For more infor- Tickets are available at the Barbara B. mation call 590-1086. THERIVER FEBRUARY 5, 2010 17 Are We There Yet? sends a strong message that life is a journey and we need to A Family Musical Comedy enjoy the ride. The musical covers nearly all the possible family plights, including the overprotective dad, the acceptance of a gay couple, a daughter looking for her birth At Off Broadway Palm Theatre mother and a man confronting the early stages of dementia. Direction is by Paul Bernier and choreography by Amy Marie McCleary. For tickets call 278-4422, or log onto www.broadwaypalm.com. The show runs through March 7 at the Off Broadway Palm Theatre, 1380 Colonial Boulevard in Fort Myers.

Consider parking at the Main Street Free Beach Parking area on the north side of the Matanzas Pass Bridge and riding the trol- Weddings For ley to Bowditch Point. Valentine’s Day or the second year in a row Chamber Deborah Temirlioglu with An Concerts At UU FUnforgettable Wedding, will be performing free beach weddings at he February 14 Signature Bowditch Point Park, Fort Myers Beach. Chamber Concert at Unitarian- This event will take place on Sunday, TUniversalist Church of Fort Myers, February 14. The first intimate wedding features Michael Baron at the piano and will begin at 9 a.m. and ceremonies will Paul Votapek on clarinet in a program Kevin T. Murphy, Anne Freres, Scott Moreau and Erin Dickerson be offered every half hour until 4 p.m. of classical masterpieces. Both musi- by appointment. cians are members of the faculty of the by Di Saggau For those dreaming of a sunset event Bower School of Music at Florida Gulf Temirlioglu will be offering one group Coast University. he new show at the Off Broadway Palm Theatre, Are We There Yet?, takes ceremony at 4:30 p.m. Each couple On February 28, Adam Satinsky and the audience on a fun ride that looks at the trials and tribulations of what it will receive one digital portrait provided Friends will perform works for strings Tmeans to be a family. There are at least 25 scenarios that focus on every- by Lila’s Photo and Designs. For those by Dohnanyi, Bach and Beethoven. thing from marriage, to babies, first prom, growing old, and just about everything participating in the 4:30 p.m. group cer- Daniela Shtereva, violin; Geoffrey Day, in between. The cast consists of Erin Dickerson, Anne Freres, Scott Moreau and emony, Ken Whiteside from Southwest violin; Glenn Loontjens, viola and Adam Kevin T. Murphy. Together they provide a great evening of upbeat, musical entertain- Florida White Doves will be doing a mas- Satinsky on cello are a well-known group ment, playing numerous parts and different ages. sive white dove release. of Southwest Florida musicians. Here are a few of my favorite scenes: Baby Rap, featuring Murphy dressed up like For more information and to reserve a Concerts begin at 3 p.m. Tickets pur- a baby, in diapers, using a rattle microphone; Batting Zero with Dickerson and Freres space visit ww.AnUnforgettableWedding. chased in advance are $17, at the door, as little league moms cheering on their sons; Waiting for Jennie, a dance recital with com or call )283-6000. All couples must $20. One $8 student ticket covers all sib- Moreau as the proud father and Freres at the dance instructor. My favorite is ’Cause have a marriage license and photo ID. lings in a family when accompanied by at I’m a Mommy, about the juggling skills of a supermom, sung with great enthusiasm by Bowditch Point Park is located at 50 least one adult. Call 303-9165 for tickets. Freres. Estero Boulevard. A parking fee of $1 The church is at 13411 Shire Lane, off per hour applies and spaces are limited. Daniels Road. 18 THERIVER FEBRUARY 5, 2010 Pine Island Art Mardi Gras Association Celebration At Show And Sale Cypress Cove ardi Gras day will be celebrated on February 16 at Cypress Cove Msenior living community, located on the HealthPark Florida campus. The streets of Cypress Cove will be filled with residents, staff and invited guests, down home cooking, jazz, beads, floats and maskers beaucoup. Cypress Cove’s King and Queen will reign over the day’s festivities. A Mardi Gras luncheon will include New Orleans Red Beans And Rice, a Fat Tuesday tradition, crawfish etouffee’ along with Po’ Boys and Bourbon Street Bread Pudding. This year’s theme is Cypress Cove and All That Jazz. The festivities will Skip Webe painting begin at noon and the parade will roll through Cypress Cove’s neighborhood at Florida. There will be a large selection of you at the door and invite you to sample 1:30 p.m. Florida landscapes, seascapes, birds, flow- home-baked treats after you tour the Several originally designed floats will ers, fish and wildlife in watercolor, acrylic, show. The artists will be there to talk to parade including Who Do The Voodoo, oil paint and pastel, by many experienced you. The Garden Goddess by Ann Shuey When The Saints Go Marching In and and talented artists. All the work has been Next tour the historic fishing village Jazz It Up With The Olympia Brass ine Island Art Association’s 36th professionally framed and is ready for of Matlacha, continue on to Pine Island, Band. Other floats with maskers gener- annual Fine Art Show and Sale hanging. to the Museum of the Islands at the cen- ously hurling beads to spectators will also Pis on Saturday and Sunday, There will also be a large selection of ter, the Calusa Mounds at the Randell be passing by. February 13 and 14 from 10 a.m. to 4 original mini paintings, 3”X4”, all double Research Center in Pineland, the galleries The sound of Pat O’Brien’s Dixieland p.m. at Matlacha Community Building matted, painted by the members at $10 and restaurants of historic Bokeelia and Band will have people strutting, tapping in Matlacha Park, just west of the each. Frame kits designed to fit the minis St. James City. and dancing. Matlacha Bridge. will be available for $10 each.. For information log onto www.pineis- This has become one of the largest Over the years the show has grown landart.com or call 283-4432. events on Greater Pine Island, one that but the comfortable welcoming atmo- draws attendees from all over Southwest sphere remains. The members will greet

Entertainment Nightly in “Sanibel’s Social Scene” The Artist Ann McCarty To Teach Classes ward winning artist and teacher Ann McCarty is offering classes and work- JACARANDA shops around Lee County. Painting classes include drawing, color control, com- Aposition and use of medium while developing your own paintings. Additional instruction on portrait, figure, landscape and other subjects are included. Sanibel’s Best HAPPY HOUR Happy Apps $5.95 Basic skills are stressed and personal style is always encouraged. Alliance for the Arts, Fort Myers 4 - 7 p.m. Nightly in the lounge Sesame Encrusted Ahi Tuna, Beginning and Intermediate Oil and Acrylic Painting Crispy Fried Calamari, Thursdays 9:30- noon, April 8 to May 13, $75 members, $90 non-members; at 2 for 1 Drinks Chilled Oysters, Steamed Shrimp, Lee County Alliance for the Arts, Fort Myers. Call & Well Liquor, Draft Beer Selections, BBQ Beef Satays , Breathe Life into Your Old Paintings Select House Wine Snow Crab Legs, Chicken Wings Thursdays 1 to 3 p.m., April 8 to May 13, $75 members, $90 non-members Will start with design and color exercises to bring new information to improve your paintings or your painting style. 1223 PERIWINKLE WAY, SANIBEL 472-1771 Pine Island Art Association, Matlacha Community Park January 4 to April 30, $75 members, $105 non-members Sign up and join the class anytime during these months Mondays 9 a.m. to noon, Beginning and Intermediate Oil and Acrylic Mondays 1 to 4 p.m. Beginning and Intermediate watercolor. Call 283-4432 IF OUR SEAFOOD WERE ANY Cape Coral Art Studio FRESHER, WE WOULD BE Tuesdays 9-12, Beginning Drawing SERVING IT UNDER WATER R Tuesdays 1-4, Thursdays 6:30 to 9 p.m., Oil and Acrylic Painting A G Friday 9-12, Intermediate Drawing THE LAZY FLAMINGO W Alliance for the Arts Workshops Beautiful Downtown Santiva R Saturdays, 10 to 1 p.m., $30 members, $45 non-members 6520-C Pine Avenue I Improve Your Paintings with Color, March 20. The secrets of color mixing and B placement can take your painting to a new level. Bring ongoing or old paintings to be 472-5353 L A L refreshed. Or start a new painting. This workshop is for intermediate and advanced R painters in acrylic, oil or watercolor. LAZY FLAMINGO II Drawing Workshop, Saturday, April 3. Learn the basics of drawing: value, hatch- Beautiful Downtown Sanibel ® ing, contour and proportion will be taught. This intense workshop will put several tools 1036 Periwinkle Way in your belt so you can tackle any subject. Beginner through intermediate students 472-6939 SEAFOOD welcome. McCarty can be reached at 772-9818 or [email protected]. THERIVER FEBRUARY 5, 2010 19 February 6, 1 p.m., Fort Myers Congregational United Church of Christ, 8210 Play Features Four Loves Of FDR College Parkway, call 482-3133, (free will offering; February 16, 11 a.m., Temple Beth El, 16225 Winkler Road, Fort Myers; benefit, $20 includes lunch, call 948-8345; February 26, 5 p.m., Royal Palm Yacht Club, 2360 West First Street, Fort Myers, benefit for AAUW, $30 includes light supper, call 481-0391 or 334-2037 March 4, 2 p.m., Lakes Regional Library, 15290 Bass Road, call 533-4000, free; March 10, 2 p.m., South County Regional Library, 21100 Three Oaks Parkway, Estero, call 390-3200, free.

Early Enrollment Open for Alliance Summer Camps ember registration is now open for Summer Arts Camp, Mgrades 1 through 6 and Triple Threat Musical Theatre Camp, grades 7 through 9. Children participating in Summer Arts Camp are grouped by age, grades Rusty Brown, left, and Regina Dowd 1 through 6, for crafting visual arts projects, exploring literary arts and music and becoming a superstar on stage. Each ow ironic. This remarkable man, at the center of the world stage, is week focuses on a theme and culminates imprisoned by his handicap and is, at times, lonely and needful.” in a display of artwork and final perfor- “H Speaking these lines is Daisy Suckley, Franklin Roosevelt’s distant cous- mance for family and friends. Triple Threat Camp ends with weekly in, and one of the characters featured in a new play The Four Loves of FDR. Besides Summer Arts Camp begins June 21 performances for friends and family and Daisy, there are his dynamic wife, Eleanor; Lucy Mercer, whose affair with him shook and runs through August 14. is scheduled to run June 28 to July 23. up the marriage; and Missy LeHand, his private secretary. For middle school performers, the All summer art camps have limited These women sustained America’s only four-term president through trying times of Alliance for the Arts offers Triple Threat space and pre-registration is required. the Great Depression and World War II. Musical Theatre Camp, held at Broadway General registration begins on March 1. The performers are the author, Rusty Brown, who has appeared in her original Palm Dinner Theatre, for grades 7 to Call 939-2787for more information or one-woman shows in Southwest Florida for 15 years, and Regina Dowd, who has 9. Campers journey through the art of visit www.ArtInLee.org. played leading roles in Fort Myers and regional theatres. singing, acting and dancing on stage with Performances are in many venues throughout Lee and Collier counties. Listed lead instructor and Broadway Palm pro- below are some that are open to the public by reservation: fessional actress Keara Trummel.

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ut on your shades, hop in your VW Bus and make the scene for Pthe Woodstork Art and Wine Fest, this year’s major fundraising event for Unlost Consequence by Darryl Pottorf CROW (Clinic for the Rehabilitation of collectibles from the Woodstock Festival, Wildlife, Inc.) The event will be held on rare Audubon prints never before offered Sunday, February 28 at Trader’s Café on the West Coast and home décor items on Sanibel from 4 to 7 p.m. made of lumber from CROW’s old hos- Take a look back at the year 1969 pital are just a few of the pieces which – the celebration of Woodstock and the will be available at this exciting event to birth of CROW. help our wildlife,” said Carol Rothman of Live auction items will include artwork CROW’s Development Office. by acclaimed artist Darryl Pottorf. His Tickets are $100 each. For more painting entitled Unlost Consequence, information or reservations contact valued at $20,000, will be on display at Rothman at 472-3644 ext. 2. Bank of the Islands. “Investment grade 20 THERIVER FEBRUARY 5, 2010 Pulitzer Prize Winning Comedy Coming To Florida Rep lorida Repertory FTheatre will open Kaufman & Hart’s Pulitzer Prize Winning comedy, You Can’t Take It With You on February 5. The show is a timeless, light-hearted comedy with a touch- ing message about love, acceptance, The Herb Strauss Schoolhouse Theater individuality and one lovable fam- to be present to win. ily’s wacky pursuit You Could Win “Many folks are buying tickets with of the American the hope of funding their grandshildren’s Dream. “I have $20,000 From educations or supporting their favorite directed this play charity, said theater President Steve Klug. three times, and The Schoolhouse “What a great way to help the theater so obviously it is Carrie Lund, David S. Howard, Jackie Schram and Chris Clavelli in ickets are still available for the and your charity of choice.” very special to me,” You Can’t Take it With You $20,000 cash prize as part of For more raffle ticket information said Florida Rep TThe Herb Strauss Schoolhouse call Susan Chrenc at 395-8629. Tickets Producing Artistic Director and the play’s director, Robert Cacioppo, “because, at it’s Theater’s annual fundraiser. are also available at S. Congress Rolex heart it’s a play about family and remembering what is important in life. But it’s also Only 300 raffle tickets are being Boutique (next to Chico’s) and Congress brilliantly funny, heartwarming and has a very poignant message – especially in hard sold, which means there is a one in 300 Jewelers (original location), both in times.” chance that you could be the winner of Perwinkle Place, and Bank of the Islands. You Can’t Take It With You is a riotously funny classic that chronicles the unlikely the $20,000 prize. Raffle tickets are only For event tickets call the theater’s box pairing of Tony Kirby and Alice Sycamore. Tony is the son of a Wall Street banker, $200 each so buy one on your own or office at 472-6862. while Alice comes from a flock of very odd ducks. The Sycamores spend their days go in with some fellow employees. The Herb Strauss Schoolhouse contentedly doing what pleases them, whether it’s writing plays, playing the xylo- This year’s fundraiser will be held at Theater is located at 2200 Periwinkle phone, raising snakes or dabbling in homemade pyrotechnics. And when the uptight South Seas Island Resort on Captiva on Way. Visit the Web site at www. Kirbys arrive for dinner on the wrong night, the stage is set for a wildly funny clash Wednesday, March 3. You do not need TheSchoolhouseTheater.com. continued on page 24

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Van Mil was named to the Twins’ 40-man Major League roster when “he Jon Rauch became the talk of the league,” said Jim Rantz, the veteran director of minor leagues for the Twins. team will remember him from last season when he appeared in 25 relief appearances We wrote about Van Mil, whose full compiling a 2.86 ERA before being promoted to Double A New Britain. name is Ludovicus Jacobus Maria Van Mil, There he lowered his ERA to 2.45 in eight appearances. four years ago when he was first signed by Why would Van Mil be named to the Major League roster when he has yet to even the Twins out of the Netherlands. pitch in Triple A ball? The right hander is a sight to behold on As Rantz explained, Van Mil has completed four years in the minor leagues and to the mound. When he winds up and delivers prevent him from being taken by another team in the Rule 5 Draft, he was placed on his fast ball in the mid 90s, his lanky frame the 40-man roster. appears to reach half-way to home plate. Obviously, the Twins feel the seven-footer has great potential with a blazing fast Van Mil has advanced steadily through ball and a hard slider, his two basic pitches. It is likely, according to Rantz, that the the Twins minor league organization. Local Loek Van Mil 25-year-old will return to Double A New Britain to start the regular season. fans of the Fort Myers Miracle baseball There have been few professional baseball players from the Netherlands with one important exception, that being former all-star pitcher Bert Blyleven. Now a Twins television broadcaster, Blyleven hurled in the majors for 23 seasons and narrowly missed admission to the Baseball Hall of Fame in last month’s voting THE RIGHT INVESTMENTS IN YOUR IRA CAN The skyscraper tandem of Van Mil and Rauch will tower over other players when the Twins gather this month at the Lee County Sports Complex in Fort Myers. 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Tickets are regularly $25 at the gate. Customers need only to present their cards at the main gate for entry. The popular tournament is being held February 8 to 14 at the Quarry in north Naples. Twins Obtain Slugger Jim Thome Once arch-rival Chicago decided not to resign slugger Jim Thome, the Twins moved immediately to obtain the five-time All-Star with a one-year contract in excess Steaming Mad $ CARPET STEAM of $2 million. 55 CLEAN W/ Thome has a career batting average of .277 and has hit 30 or more home runs in PRE-TREATMENT Carpets LLC *200 SQ. FT PER RM MAX 12 seasons, including a career-high 52 in 2002. He has a total of 564 home runs. UP TO 5 ROOMS He will be used primarily by the Twins as a designated hitter. Low End Prices, High End Quality Everblades Win Streak Snapped, Drop Two of Three to Trenton TILE & GROUT $ The Florida Everblades five-game winning streak came to an end last week when STEAM CLEAN 99 they lost two of three games to the Trenton Devils at Germain Arena. 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This center consolidates outpa- and includes continental breakfast, lunch, 24, and the risk of motor vehicle crashes Celebrity Classic tient services, providing easier access for greens fees, a sleeve of balls per player, is higher among 16- to 19-year-olds than n Thursday, February 25, The cancer patients and their families, and prizes and awards. among any other age group. In fact, per American League Central Division incorporates the newest technologies Last year’s event raised nearly mile driven, teen drivers ages 16 to 19 OChampion Minnesota Twins will in cancer treatment, including a trilogy $10,000 for Children’s Home Society are four times more likely than older driv- again lend its time and talents to raise linear accelerator equipped to provide programs which include pregnancy ers to crash. The presence of teen pas- awareness and funds for local cancer 3D conformal radiotherapy, stereotactic counseling and infant adoptions, Healthy sengers increases the crash risk of unsu- patients treated at Lee Memorial Health radiosurgery and fractionated stereotactic Families Lee and Collier, independent pervised teen drivers: the risk increases System’s Regional Cancer Center. radiation therapy. living (teens in foster care), case manage- with the number of teen passengers. The Minnesota Twins Celebrity Lead sponsors of the celebrity cClas- ment for developmentally disabled per- Crash risk is particularly high during the Golf Classic, being held this year at sic include Ultimate Sports Adventures, sons, mental health counseling for chil- first year that teenagers are eligible to Fiddlesticks Country Club in Fort Myers Team Scotti, LeeSar, Fifth Third Bank, dren, Cribs for Kids, and Early Learning drive. with a shotgun start at 1 p.m., marks Owen-Ames-Kimball and Shoreline Services. The division’s programs and In Lee County between October 2007 the event’s 12th year. Players will fill Aggregate. Golf slots are $250 per per- services directly impact the lives of more and October 2009, there were 201 Fiddlesticks’ Long Mean and Wee son and include the auction and dinner. than 7,000 children and families every trauma alerts for ages 15 to 21 with 18 Friendly courses – both well-regarded as Dinner and auction-only tickets are avail- day in five counties. fatalities. One hundred percent of the two of the most challenging courses in able for $50 per person. Sponsorship opportunities are still fatalities were not wearing a seat belt nor Southwest Florida. For more information or to register available for the event. Registration is had the use of an airbag. Twenty two The 2009 American League MVP and or inquire about corporate sponsorships, available online at: www.forethechildren. percent of the fatalities also had alcohol perennial All-Star Joe Mauer is scheduled email [email protected], org or call Children’s Home Society at on board. The majority of the alcohol use to play in the tournament. This year’s call the Lee Memorial Health System 275-3049. was from the 16-, 18-, and 19-year-old auction includes travel and ticket pack- Foundation at 985-3550 or visit www. age group. ages where guests can bid to attend the LeeMemorial.org/Foundation. The Young Driver Safety Program is 2010 Masters in Augusta, sit atop TD Young Driver designed to illustrate driving responsibil- Bank Garden in the Chairman’s Suite for Golf Tourney Is ity and outcomes of intentional acts of a Boston Celtics vs. San Antonio Spurs Safety Program irresponsible driving. The program will game, watch a Tampa Bay Lightning Fore The Children educate young drivers on different legal ee Memorial Emergency/ issues involved with driving and also game from some of the best seats in St. hildren’s Home Society is gear- Trauma Services, Lee County Pete Times Forum, and dine at some of how to stay focused on driving and the ing up for its annual Fore the LSheriff’s Office, Lee County Injury responsibilities that go along with the the most popular restaurants in this area. CChildren Charity Golf Invitational Prevention Coalition, and the Stay driving privilege. This program is not Also featured will be luxury island get- presented by Gartner on Friday, April Alive, Just Drive program are hosting a substitute for Drivers Education, but aways, one-of-a-kind artisan jewelry and 23 at Colonial Country Club, Fort a program for young drivers between hand-signed memorabilia from sports and a supplement to the Drivers Education Myers. Funds raised will benefit pro- the ages of 15 and 21. The course course. entertainment stars. grams that serve children and families in will be held February 23 from 5:30 to Net proceeds from the event will sup- To register contact Syndi Bultman at Southwest Florida communities. 8:30 p.m. in the Lee Memorial Hospital 336-6797. port programs and treatments at the new The scramble-style invitational begins audiorium, 2776 Cleveland Avenue. It is free-standing comprehensive Regional with registration at 7:30 a.m. and a shot- free to young drivers and their parents. 24 THERIVER FEBRUARY 5, 2010

Seared Florida Snapper With Fennel And Carrot Sauté 4 six-ounce snapper fillets ¼ cup rice flour 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided 1 cup fennel bulb slices ½ cup onion, chopped ½ cup carrots, julienne 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped ¼ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper ¼ cup dry white wine fresh Florida dill for garnish (optional) Rinse fillets; pat dry with a paper towel. Score the skin side of fillets with a sharp knife. Coat fillets with rice flour; set aside. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add fennel, onion, carrot and garlic and sauté for 5 to 6 minutes until vegetables are tender and slightly browned. Stir in dill, salt, pepper and wine; cook for 1 minute more. Remove fennel-carrot sauté to a serving platter; keep warm. Wipe pan clean and heat remaining oil over medium-high heat. Sauté fillets 3 Seared Florida Snapper With Fennel And Carrot Sauté to 4 minutes per side until browned and Yield 4 servings saturated fat 2g, trans fatty acid 0, cho- Look for Fresh from Florida ingredi- cooked through. Serve fillets and veg- Nutritional value per serving: calories lesterol 42mg, total carbohydrates 14g, ents at your grocery store. etables garnished with fresh dill. 276, calories from fat 106, total fat 12g, protein 25g, omega 3 fatty acid 0.00g

Lynnette Hallberg, a former educator imagined she’d write them down one day. connection between present and past, Romance Writers and a multi-published author both here The romantic suspense action in Buried physical and spiritual. www.joycewellsau- and abroad. Her books have finaled in Heart takes place in Milwaukee and on a thor.com Book Signing Romance Writers of America’s national Mayan ruin. www.aystratton.com The Alliance for the Arts galleries are outhwest Florida Romance Writers Golden Heart Contest, PASIC Book When Joyce Wells asked for help open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday will be hosting a book signing of Your Heart Contest, and Georgia creating a new work of fiction, Spirit through Friday and from 9 a.m. to 1 Sevent at the Alliance for the Arts Romance Writers Maggie Contest. Her responded with The Peace Seekers, p.m. on Saturdays, located at 10091 on March 13 from 10 a.m. to noon to latest, released in February 2010, is Jasmine-Jade, 2008, a psychic/adventure McGregor Boulevard just south of celebrate local authors and announce Moonlight, Motorcycles, and Bad Boys. story. When she isn’t on the golfing links, Colonial Boulevard. Visit www.ArtInLee. their new works. Watch for Night Shadows and Chantilly she teaches online classes for Writers org for more details. As an affiliated chapter of the national Lace and A Pretty Face, both coming Digest and studies parapsychology – the organization of Romance Writers of soon from The Wild Rose Press. www. America, the local chapter’s membership lynnettehallberg.com From page 20 includes successful and renowned authors. Jaime Rush, since childhood, The community is invited to come get devoured books on unexplained myster- acquainted with these writers and pur- ies and psychic phenomena. Missing the Florida Rep chase signed copy of their books, while romance, relationship drama, and action of family values featuring the zaniest cast of characters ever assembled in the Historic perusing the Alliance galleries. of her favorite television shows, X-Files, Arcade Theatre. Participating authors include: Roswell, and Highlander, she created The production stars Broadway and screen veteran David S. Howard as the family’s Linda Bilodeau, a former teacher her own mix in the Offspring series patriarch, Martin Vanderhof. at Indiana University’s Kelly School of (A Perfect Darkness and Out Of The Carrie Lund, Chris Clavelli and Lisa Morgan are at their absolute wackiest. Lund Business who has published three novels; Darkness, Avon Books). Jaime Rush is a is showcased as Alice’s mother, the freethinking painter who dabbles in playwriting The Olive Brance, Stepping Through pseudonym for Tina Wainscott, bestsell- because one day a typewriter was left on the doorstep. Clavelli is one of the many The Seagrass and The Wine Seekers. ing author of 18 novels for St. Martin’s colorful family friends, and Morgan doubles as Tony’s repressed mother, and as Olga www.lindabilodeau.com Press and Harlequin. www.jaimerush.com Katrina, a deposed Russian royal now working as a New York waitress. New to Florida Karna Small Bodman, the author of Anna Schmidt, award-winning author Rep are Avi Hoffman, John West and Christine Perez. three political thrillers. Her latest is Final of over 20 works of historical and con- Also featured in the ensemble cast are Florida actors Bruce Somerville, Christine Finesse. She served in the Reagan White temporary fiction. Her most recent books Peete, Dick Westlake and John Archie. The cast also showcases acting interns Daniel House for six years – last post: senior are An Unexpected Suitor and Home Benzing, Adam Jones, Emily Ryan and Jackie Schram, as well as local actors Alex director of the National Security Council. At Last. Both were finalists for the 2009 Perez and Michael Burnette. When she left she was the highest rank- Reviewer’s Choice Award from Romantic Cacioppo directs the production and is joined by set designer Richard Crowell, ing woman on The White House staff. Times magazine. Schmidt has twice been lighting designer A. Nelson Ruger, IV,costume designer Roberta Malcolm, and stage www.karnabodman.com finalist for the prestigious RITA award manager Linda Harris). Renée Gardner has murdered at least and she won Romantic Times maga- You Can’t Take It With You plays February 5 to 26, with discounted previews on a dozen people, that is, in the course of zine’s Reviewer’s Choice Award. www. 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THERIVER FEBRUARY 5, 2010 25 From page 1 modeling and designing experiments to treated in the Kanzius RF field there prove the models are correct so that we is heating and cell death. We are still Kanzius Cancer can optimize delivery of targeted nano- fine-tuning this system since we have particles to cancer cells while avoiding learned that different types of leuke- Project Update uptake by normal cells. mia cells have different sensitivities to conjugated to antibodies or other cancer Heating a variety of types of heat. This will be important data in targeting molecules. Currently, the only nanoparticles. We have demonstrated designing treatment protocols in the two things we are not doing ourselves in that quantum dots and some magnetic future. We have accrued a significant the lab is electron microscopy and ICP nanoparticles heat in the Kanzius RF amount of data and I anticipate a mass spectroscopy. The first technique field. This is exciting because these nano- manuscript on the treatment of the is used to demonstrate the presence of particles can also improve diagnosis and leukemia cells in the Kanzius RF field nanoparticles in cancer cells and the identification of cancer cells. We have will be submitted by March 2010. second technique is used to measure (in also demonstrated that silver nanopar- Treatment of human pancre- even tiny amounts) the amount of gold or ticles have RF induced heating charac- atic and liver cancers. We have other nanoparticles we actually get into teristics. Silver is particularly interesting obtained several antibodies that are cells. We do not perform electron micros- because silver itself can be toxic to cancer highly specific for human pancreas copy or ICP analysis frequently enough to cells or to certain types of bacteria. These or hepatocellular (liver) cancer. These justify purchasing this equipment, each of projects are being completed and we two cancers are critical in that these which cost over $1 million! The Kanzius anticipate submitting a manuscript regard- will be the first two cancers that we RF machines are being used on a daily ing this by mid-Spring 2010. will propose to the FDA to treat basis and I am pleased to report that they Enhancing heat injury to cancer when we go to clinical trials. Both continue to function well. cells. We are studying a number of inter- of these types of cancer are particu- Publications esting compounds to make cancer cells larly deadly with well over 95% of 1. Moran CH, Wainerdi SM, more sensitive to the effects of heating patients diagnosed with this type of Dr. Steven Curley Cherukuri TK, Kittrell C, Wiley BJ, in the Kanzius RF field. We have found a cancer dying as a result of the can- Nicholas NW, Curley SA, Kanzius JS, number of molecular agents that alter the cer progression. Both the National that timeframe. I am happy to report that Cherukuri PC. Size dependent joule heat- sensitivity of cancer cells and improve the Institute of Health and the FDA are very the section of the grant that I wrote that ing of gold nanoparticles using capaci- killing in the RF field. I am currently edit- interested in novel treatment approaches was entirely devoted to the Kanzius RF tively coupled radiofrequency fields. Nano ing one manuscript on this topic and it for these cancers because they are so field treatment received the single highest Res 2:400-405, 2009. will be submitted in January 2010 and we lethal and we do not have good treat- score of any of the applications. This is 2. Cherukuri, P, Glazer, ES, Curley, have an additional project that should be ments at this time. We have just obtained an excellent validation of the importance SA. Targeted hyperthermia using metal completed by March 2010 with another these new antibodies and I anticipate of John’s discovery and the potential for nanoparticles. Adv Drug Deliv Rev, manuscript submitted at that time. that this work will be ongoing at a rapid this novel treatment approach. 2009. One of my colleagues in the pace, both in cells in culture and in these Human-sized Kanzius RF 3. Glazer ES, Massey KL, Curley SA. Urologic Surgery Group is work- cancers implanted into animals. We hope Treatment Device A protocol to effectively create single cell ing with new targeting antibodies to complete these studies in the next 4-6 I continue to work with the Rutowski suspensions of adherent cells for multi- to treat prostate cancer. We have months with a manuscript to be submit- family in Erie, Pennsylvania on design parameter high throughput flow cytom- received permission to proceed with use ted in Summer 2010. and ultimately building of a human-sized etry. In Vitro Cellular & Developmental of these antibodies which will soon be Biodistribution of gold nanopar- treatment device. This will be critical Biology – Animal. In Press. ready for use in clinical trials. Once we ticles. We have just completed rabbit for us to take this design to the FDA to 4. Glazer ES, Curley SA. demonstrate that, we can use these to studies showing that gold nanoparticles perform large animal testing to demon- Radiofrequency field-induced thermal treat prostate cancer cells in culture dishes are not toxic and do not cause side strate safety of the RF field treatment. cytotoxicity in cancer cells treated with and in animals, both within the prostate effects when injected into the veins of This entire process is being performed fluorescent nanoparticles. Cancer. In gland and cells that have metastasized at rabbits. The nanoparticles are readily in Pennsylvania and I am sure updates Press. other sites in the body. cleared in the kidneys. This demonstrates will be forthcoming as progress is made. 5. Glazer ES, Massey KL, Zhu C, Animal models. We are using both that these nanoparticles alone are fully I know the Rutowski family is work- Curley SA. Pancreatic carcinoma cells are mice growing human cancers and rabbits safe, it is only when they are targeted to ing closely with scientists at Penn State susceptible to non-invasive radiofrequency with a type of rabbit cancer called VX2 cancer cells and treated in the Kanzius University and other sites and I eagerly fields after treatment with targeted gold to study the effects of targeted nanopar- RF field device that cell death occurs. A await successful completion of design and nanoparticles. Surgery. Submitted. ticles in the Kanzius RF system. We have manuscript on this work will be submitted construction of a larger device so we can These manuscripts have been pub- run into a few problems with excessive January 2010. proceed with this testing in concert with lished or accepted in 2009 and we are heating of the ears or legs of the animals Treatment of VX2 liver cancers our ongoing cancer cell and animal treat- currently working on several other publi- and we are currently working to make in rabbits. We are studying injection ments. cations. I will provide more information modifications in the grounding system to of gold nanoparticles and an oil-based Ongoing Fundraising on those in the next section providing prevent any heat injury to normal tissues. contrast agent (already used in human The lab group continues to expand progress report on our ongoing research Nonetheless, we are seeing heating in the patients with liver cancer) into the blood and our abilities continue to expand. The studies. Dr. Glazer’s paper in Cancer will tumors and this work will be critical to vessels going directly to VX2 liver tumors. U54 grant will be a great help but will be particularly important because this will present to the FDA before we can pro- These studies should be completed in provide just under $500,000 a year over be the first paper that documents that ceed with any type of human trials. We the Spring once we solve the grounding the next five years to support our lab when we deliver the targeted nanopar- have already made several modifications issues with the RF machine, and a manu- functions. Our current annual laboratory ticles to cancer cells and then treat them in the grounding device and we believe script will be submitted by late Spring budget is approximately $1.5 million so in the Kanzius RF field, the cancer cells we will be able to proceed with full speed 2010. we continue to be dependent upon the are killed, while cells in the same culture with animal testing by February or March U54 Primary Science Oncology fundraising efforts of multiple groups, dish that do not take up the nanoparticles 2010. Center Grant including those of you receiving this letter. are not killed by the treatment. This is Targeting melanoma cells. We As many of you may have heard, a Your support and concern regarding this important data showing that the uptake have two antibodies that target melanoma large $12 million project grant that was project is critical and we will not succeed of nanoparticles by cancer cells is critical (the most aggressive skin cancer) cells. submitted from a team at the University without continued financial support and and specific for killing in the Kanzius RF We have demonstrated marked uptake of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center fundraising efforts on multiple fronts. I device. of the targeted nanoparticles in the mela- and the University of Texas Health deeply appreciate your individual and Ongoing Projects noma cells and killing of the melanoma Science Center Medical School here in group commitments to this project, and We are currently working with a num- cells in the Kanzius RF field. These stud- Houston was one of only 12 centers together we will succeed in getting this ber of cancer types and have a number of ies are being completed and we should granted by the National Cancer Institute. treatment to human clinical trials. projects ongoing. Specifically: have a manuscript ready for submission This was an extremely competitive grant Anyone wishing to make a dona- Modeling of delivery of targeted by Spring 2010. with over 80 centers (including six with tion may contact the Sanibel Captiva nanoparticles to cancer cells in vivo Treatment of leukemia. I am Nobel prize winners) applying for funding. Trust Company, 2407 Periwinkle Way, (cancers growing in live animals). pleased to report that we have had suc- The Kanzius RF research project por- Sanibel, Florida 33957. Checks should As I have noted many times previously, cess in demonstrating that we can target tion of this very large grant was awarded be made out to Sanibel Captiva Trust the “so what” question in all of this is can different types of leukemia cells with anti- $2.3 million over the next five years. Company, FBO Targeted Radio Wave we be as specific as possible in delivering bodies conjugated to gold nanoparticles. This money will be used to pay for post- Therapy Fund, M. D. Anderson Cancer nanoparticles to only cancer cells? We are The nanoparticles are taken into the doctoral fellow salaries, equipment, cells, Center. Donations are tax deductible. now doing some complex mathematical cancer cells and then when the cells are animals, and supplies we will need during 26 THERIVER FEBRUARY 5, 2010 and I are proud to be Love Your Neighbor Event Triples associated with an organization that is commit- Proceeds For Heights Foundation ted to building a much needed cultural arts and community center in Harlem Heights that will benefit so many,” Love said. “We are honored to play a small part in contributing toward the well being of our community.” Caroline Cunningham opened Peggy Mannix, Kathy Mayeron, Julie Workman, and Kathryn her riverfront home to Kelly of The Heights Foundation host the event, bringing together neighbors from communities including Gulf Harbour, Palmetto Point, McGregor Woods, Crown Colony, and Reflection Lakes. Mike and Karen Weiss, Christin and David Collins Victor Mayeron, owner of The Mucky n evening of decadence and Duck, and presi- delight featuring Norman Love dent of The Heights AConfections, wine and cheeses, Foundation, is one of innovative sushi and other savories those neighbors. “As a greeted a crowd of over 200 to benefit business owner, I realize The Heights Foundation. The event, in its the challenges families second year, brings together neighbors of have faced recently. Victor Mayeron, Kathryn Kelly, host Caroline Cunningham, the Harlem Heights community. Proceeds Those who were already and Norman Love from the event support family develop- struggling are feeling ment, educational support, and outreach the pinch even more. efforts in Harlem Heights. But I believe that when Presenting sponsor and founder of you give, you’re paid Norman Love Confections, Norman Love, back tenfold in ways you was honored to once again support the don’t even know,” said Love Your Neighbor Event. “My wife Mary Mark Loren and Norman Love Mayeron. Proceeds from the event tripled the prior year, with the addition of a silent auction and summer camp sponsorships. Sponsored in part by Craig Feinberg Kathryn Kelly, executive director of The Heights Foundation of Alliance Financial, with John Ammons and Kim Nyberg of Edison National Bank the culinary team led by Norman Love included 55 Degrees, Blu Sushi, The Flying Pig, Coastal Wine, and Chef Martin Murphy of Creative Catering/Robb & Stuckey Culinary Center. The riverfront, sunset scene with live music and auction items Kathy McKinlay, Jennifer Reynolds, Randy Thomas-Wohl, Caroline Cunningham from Mark Loren, Cru, and The Aesthetic Center created a festive environment for fundraising. Victor Mayeron, Mary Jo and John Boler Funds raised directly support The Heights Foundation, which works to break the cycle of poverty in the Harlem Heights neighborhood through family and community development, support of education and well- ness, and outreach programs.

Blu Sushi team Billy Mak, Morgan Lindsay, and H. Halverson Craig Feinberg, Laurie Deane, Roger Mercado of The Heights Foundation THERIVER FEBRUARY 5, 2010 27 28 THERIVER FEBRUARY 5, 2010 Sponsors of the second annual Hunger Walk generously provided publicity, food, Hunger Walk Brings In and financial support for the walkers and the event. They include WINK-News, Miromar Outlets, The News-Press, Panera Bread, Dunkin’ Donuts, and Florida Gulf Over $138,000 For Food Bank Coast University. Other sponsors were Garden Street Iron & Metal, BB&T, Miller, Helms & Folk, The Rock for Hair and Nails, Publix Supermarkets Charities, Jo Anna Bradshaw and Wilson Bradshaw, and Century Link. Additional sponsors were SW Florida Neurosurgical & Rehab, Northern Trust, Prawnbroker, Henderson/Franklin, Kraft Construction, McDonalds, Markham, Norton, Mosteller Wright & Co., and Lee Memorial Health System, Temple Beth El, Key Bank, Career and Service Center, and CHRISS. In addition to walking, many of the participants brought non-perishable food products for distribution by the Harry Chapin Food Bank, which collects and stores quality food for distribution to needy people through a network of more than 170 local non- profit agencies, who provide food to more than 20,000 people monthly. For every dollar donated, $6 in food value goes back to the community. In the past fiscal year, The Harry Chapin Food Bank distributed more than 8,000,000 pounds of food and other grocery products. For additional information or to contribute financially to the Harry Chapin Food Bank call 334-7007 or go to harrychapinfoodbank.org.

Parkinson’s Tele-Conferences he Parkinson’s Action Network’s (PAN) 16th annual Research & Public Policy Forum will address the current legislative issues impacting the Parkinson’s com- Tmunity and how to advocate for better treatments and a cure. PAN is the unified voice of the Parkinson’s disease community, advocating for more than a million Americans and their families nationwide. Conferences are scheduled for: • Friday, February 12, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Hope HealthCare Services, 9470 Participants in the WINK-News Hunger Walk prepare for their two-mile walk around HealthPark Circle, Fort Myers. Lunch will be provided. Miromar Outlet Mall • Friday, February 19, noon to 1:30 p.m. Joanne’s House, 27200 Imperial Parkway, Bonita Springs. In this Ask the Doctor session Dr. John D. Campbell, neurologist with Neurologic Specialists LLC in Naples, will discuss the latest information sudden rainstorm didn’t deter over 570 participants in the WINK-News and issues regarding the disease. Hunger Walk on Saturday, January 23. The walkers enthusiastically braved To register, call the Hope Parkinson Program at 239-985-7727. Athe elements and walked the two-mile route around the Miromar Outlet Mall. With the walkers and 1,068 pledges, the end result was $138,000 pledged to benefit the Harry Chapin Food Bank. This will all the food bank to purchase and distribute food products and services worth over $828,000. Cardiovascular Technology Program Earns Accreditation Through 2019 dison State College is proud to announce the Cardiovascular Technology Program has received accreditation through 2019. E “This reflects remarkable compliance with accreditation standards,” said Dr. Mary Lewis, associate dean of allied health at Edison State College. “This CVT program maintains a reputation nationally of exceeding national standards and providing excellence in cardiovascular care.” The Cardiovascular Technology Program is designed to offer students the opportunity to obtain an associate in science degree in cardiovascular technology. Graduates for Edison State’s CVT program are well respected in the community holding jobs at various cardiac catheterization laboratories, cardiac ultrasound laboratories and in cardiac non-invasive laboratories. NOW OPEN! continued on page 30 DR. AULINO’S NEW OFFICE LOCATION To advertise in The River Weekly News call 415-7732 13981 McGregor Blvd,Suite 103 OVER Fort Myers,Florida 33919 30years (1.5 miles north of former office location) OF SERVICE DR. AULINO’S STAFF:

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Suzy Cohen is the author of The child, but in their families as well. salty foods. I read in stores, Whole Foods or online from high- 24-Hour Pharmacist and is a registered The ASD screening is conducted one of your books quality salt miners such as Salt Works or pharmacist. To contact her, visit www. by the Neurosciences Center at The that you don’t think Real Salt, available internationally: dearpharmacist.com. Children’s Hospital, under the guidance white table salt is 1. Himalayan salt: When it’s mined of Pediatric Neurologist Jose Colon, MD, good for people. properly from pristine salt veins in the MPH, and Pediatric Psychiatrist Marianne How can you say this Himalayan Mountains in Pakistan, it con- Free Autism Krouk, DO. The screenings are admin- when every restau- tains the widest variety of minerals, over istered by an advanced registered nurse rant in America has 83 kinds of minerals. Good Himalayan Screening For practitioner, who has extensive training salt on the table? What do you suggest? salt will look slightly pink because it con- and experience in typical child develop- DW, Fort Lauderdale, Florida tains a lot of iron. Young Children ment and developmental disorders. Hold on a sec here, I never said salt 2. Celtic sea salt or French Grey A physician referral is not required. To is bad for you! The part of my book that sea salt: This salt does not have quite he Children’s Hospital of schedule a screening call 985-3608. you didn’t read yet, fully explains the as many different minerals in it as the Southwest Florida, in partnership differences between high-quality sea salt Himalayan sort, however, it has the high- Twith the Ronald McDonald House and table salt, which happen to be mas- est content (gram for gram) of minerals. Charities of Southwest Florida, offers a sive. Both sea salt and table salt have a It’s impossible to get nutritious miner- free monthly autism spectrum disorder backbone of “sodium chloride” which als from typical white table salt and yet (ASD) screening for toddlers 18 months the body requires. Healthy sea salts are people debate this with me, pointing out to five years of age. never adulterated like regular table salt, so that their salt is healthy because it has The next screening will be held Share your community they retain healthy minerals like copper, been “iodized.” Yeah, so what? Someone February 12 from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. in news with us. iodine, potassium, magnesium, chro- decided to put iodine back in after strip- the Ronald McDonald Care Mobile, locat- mium, zinc, iron and others. ping it naked in the first place? This is ed in the parking lot of Miromar Outlets Call 415-7732, Table salt is so refined that I consider your idea of healthy? You are more likely at 10801 Corkscrew Road in Estero. The it a food additive because certain brands to be able to lick your elbow than to get Care Mobile will be parked by the lake- Fax: 415-7702 look virtually like the same industrial any sort of nutrition from white table salt! side playground. Another screening will or email chemical used to de-ice highways. No kid- Iodine is very good for you, but the be held March 5 at the same location. ding. Sea salt, on the other hand, is not amount of table salt you’d have to ingest It is estimated that one in every 150 [email protected] synthesized in a lab. It is essentially water in order to get healthy amounts of iodine children is diagnosed with some form from a sea (or river) that gets evaporated would probably be the end of you! I’m of ASD, making it more common than and purified. This type of dried sea salt just saying to stop rationalizing the use of childhood cancer, juvenile diabetes and fully retains healthy minerals that you table salt, because it provides iodine. I’m pediatric AIDS combined. The NEEDS their sleeping problems and how it is diffi- MUST be Met! Mom And Me cult for them to concentrate because they suffer from insomnia and sleep apnea. They showed us the apparatus they now wear to help their condition. They looked as if they were wired to go into space, but they say it helps. According Tufts University Health YOU and Nutrition letter, sleep apnea is “A nocturnal ailment that stops the suffer- have the erer’s breathing for up to a minute at a time, dozens or even hundreds of times through the course of the night.” POWER Dominic Roca, MD, PhD, director to meet of the Connecticut Center for Sleep by Lizzie and Pryce Medicine at Stanford Hospital, believes that physical abnormalities inside the them! izzie and Pryce answer your ques- neck and mouth may cause the soft tis- tions and give advice about aging sue at the rear of the throat to collapse. Please support our community by making your donation the United Way today! Lconcerns from a two-generational This briefly closes off air passages, dis- Call 439-433-2000, or safely contribute on our website by visiting perspective. A mother and daughter rupts breathing and causes a tendency to www.unitedwaylee.org and click on “Donate Now” team, Lizzie is a retired RN and health snore. Loud snoring may be the first sign educator, and Pryce is a licensed psy- of sleep apnea. Your support will make a diﬀ erence for so many people chotherapist in private practice who Dr. Roca says, “There is more than who are struggling in our community. specializes in the care of elders and enough data now that people who are people with chronic illnesses. sleep deprived don’t feel as well, don’t eat Dear Mom & Me, as well and don’t function as well. They What is sleep apnea? get into more vehicle accidents, and the SOUTHWEST FLORIDA DENTAL GROUP The importance of sleep has been case for getting adequate sleep has been overwhelmingly documented in recent made.” studies. Our immune system is at work Getting sufficient sleep is very impor- 15650 San Carlos Boulevard while we sleep to protect us from distant for health. Go to your doctor for eases. We should assist and help our bod- assistance as there are now treatments 489-1118 ies to try and achieve a healthful night’s available for sleep apnea sufferers. sleep through lifestyle changes and medi- Lizzie and Pryce’s email address is cal intervention if needed. [email protected]. %BWJE($BSMUPO%%4t&SJD#BYNBOO%%4 We visited friends over the weekend. Over the bridge table, for the last six New Patients and Emergencies Welcome months, they have been telling us about 30 THERIVER FEBRUARY 5, 2010 From page 14 February Pet Adoption Special Photographic Legacy ove is in the air the entire month of LFebruary at Lee County Domestic Animal Services (LCDAS). If you’ve been looking for love in all the wrong places or you just need a new best friend, LCDAS has a sweet deal for you. All month long the agency is offering $25 off the regular adoption for all adult pets. The reduced adoption fee will still include the complete package of services consisting of sterilization, age appropriate vaccinations, county license, microchip ID, worming, flea treatment, a heartworm test for dogs, feline AIDS and leukemia test for cats, 10-day health guarantee, and a bag of Hill’s Science Diet dog or cat food. The adoption package is valued at over $500. True love comes in all Roseate spoonbill shapes and sizes. Whether it’s Find your sweetheart at the animal shelter this a lap kitty or an energetic little Valentine’s Day a magnificent institution, a thrilling place to spend time, I love it, with or without my dog that would make a perfect camera.” jogging companion, LCDAS The Florida launch of Waterbirds will be Thursday, February 11, 1 p.m. at the can find your perfect match. Make plans to find your true love today by visiting the “Ding” Darling Wildlife Refuge, where Cross will speak about the book. The event is shelter at 5600 Banner Drive, Fort Myers next to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office off free and open to the public. Six Mile Cypress Parkway. For those that would like to view their matches first, love is For more information call 472-1100 ext. 241 or log on to www.dingdarlingsociety. just a click away when you visit the Web site at www.LeeLostPets.com. All pets avail- org. able for adoption are featured online. For more information call 533-7387 (LEE-PETS). If you are inquiring about a pet you have seen online, please have the animal ID number ready for faster assistance.

Realtors Donate To Builders Care From page 28 Cardiovascular Technology “Our specialty of invasive cardiology will prepare the graduate to function in all aspects in the cardiac catheterization laboratory,” said Jeff Davis, CVT coordinator at Edison State College. “I am proud of what this important accreditation means for our students and our community partners.” Cardiovascular technologists perform diagnostic cardiac catheterization studies on patients. They also assist the cardiologist in interventional procedures including coronary angioplasty, rotablator procedures, intra-coronary stenting, pacemaker insertion, and radiofrequency ablation. A freshman class begins each fall semester. Currently 20 freshmen are accepted each year. The criteria for admission are available through the program office or through the Health Professions office at 489-9255. First round application deadline is June 1. The Cardiovascular Technology Program is fully accredited for invasive cardiology by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs.

Cypress Realty Inc./GMAC Real Estate team members present Heidi Taulman, Builders Rare Coffee To Aid Humane Society Care executive director, with a check for $2,000. From left: Heidi Taulman, Kathleen Doll, ennett’s Fresh Roast will celebrate two years in business in February. Laurie Anton, Holly Quesinberry and Bob Wad, president of Cypress Realty Inc./GMAC. Bennett’s made headlines and heads turn in September by selling a limited Bsupply of Kopi Luwak coffee, the world’s rarest and most expensive coffee ypress Realty Inc./GMAC Real Estate has donated $2,000 to help the Lee for $20 per cup. Building Industry Association (BIA) Builders Care program provide free home “In September we ordered a pound and sold out within a few hours,” said Bennett’s Crepairs to disadvantage Lee County residents. The group also donated nearly owner Bob Grissinger. “So we decided what better way to celebrate our second birth- $300 in Publix gift cards to Builder’s Care. day than to bring back Kopi Luwak but this time for a good cause.” Builders Care is the nonprofit charitable arm of the Lee Building Industry On February 8, the coffee shop will once again serve the Kopi Luwak coffee while Association (BIA). Its objective is to provide emergency repairs and construction ser- supplies last for $20 per cup. Five dollars from each cup sold will be donated to the vices to elderly, disabled and economically disadvantaged people who are unable to Gulf Coast Humane Society. obtain home repairs through traditional means. Bennett’s welcomes well-behaved pets on their outside deck and will serve bowls of Builders Care enlists the volunteer services of Lee BIA members and leverages water and a cookie at owners request. grants and donated materials to provide construction and remodeling services to Kopi Luwak are Arabica coffee beans that have been eaten by and passed through qualified homeowners throughout Lee County. Donations can be made at www. the digestive tract of the Indonesian civet. This process takes place on the islands of LeeBuildersCare.org, or to the Builders Care general fund at BB&T (formerly Colonial Sumatra, Java and Sulawesi in the Indonesian Archipelago. Bank) Page Field branch at 4959 South Cleveland Avenue in Fort Myers. More infor- Bennett’s is off West First Street at 2011 Bayside Parkway, inside a restored 1943 mation is available by calling 938-0056. former home. For more information, visit www.BennettsFreshRoast.com. 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GEOGRAPHY: In what U.S. state did the Battle of Kennesaw Mountain take place during the 3. Who held the mark for most 4,000-yard passing seasons before Indianapolis’ Peyton Man- Civil War? ning broke it in 2006? 4. ASTRONOMY: What shape is the Milky Way galaxy? 4. When was the last time before 2009 that the University of Washington won the men’s Pac- 5. LANGUAGE: What is the meaning of the Latin phrase, “Cogito ergo sum”? 10 regular-season basketball title? 6. MOVIES: What movie was Steven Spielberg’s fi rst major directorial effort? 5. Who holds the mark for consecutive road wins to start an NHL season? 7. LITERATURE: What is the name of the bookstore in Diagon Alley in the “Harry Potter” series? 6. Which team has appeared the most times in Major League Soccer’s championship game? 8. EXPLORERS: Who was the fi rst European to explore Greenland? 7. Name the last U.S. boxer to win an Olympic gold medal in the lightweight division. 9. 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Don’t be surprised at what you might learn. released at the same time. ★★★ AQUARIUS (January 20 to February • On Feb. 9, 1973, Max Yasgur, owner of PUZZLE ANSWERS My Stars 18) This is a good time to re-sort your priori- the 600-acre dairy farm in New York where FOR WEEK OF FEBRUARY 8, 2010 ties and see if adjustments are called for. Be the original Woodstock took place in August ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Your honest with yourself as you decide what to 1969, dies in Florida. More than 400,000 natural Arian leadership qualities make you keep, what to discard and what to change. people attended the three-day music festival. the person others will follow in tackling that PISCES (February 19 to March 20) important project. But don’t get so involved Letting yourself be bathed in the outpouring STRANGE BUT TRUE in the work that you neglect your personal of love and support from those who care life. for you will help you get through a difficult • It was American journalist, author and TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Aspects period sooner rather than later. Good luck. humorist Don Marquis who made the fol- favor sorting through your possessions, both BORN THIS WEEK: You have an lowing sage observation: “Procrastination is at work and at home, to start giving away uncanny gift for reaching out to all people the art of keeping up with yesterday.” what you don’t use, don’t need or don’t like. and creating bridges of understanding among • A giant carnivorous plant has recently Relax later with someone special. them. been discovered on a remote mountaintop in GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) The the Philippines. The second largest pitcher issues are not quite as clear as they should THIS WEEK IN HISTORY plant on record, nepenthes attenboroughii be. That’s why you need to avoid getting secretes a nectar that lures insects, frogs and involved in disputes between colleagues • On Feb. 14, 278 A.D., Valentine, a holy even rats into its trap, where enzymes and at work or between relatives or personal priest in Rome, is executed. Ruler Claudius acids break down the animal and digest it. friends. the Cruel was having a difficult time getting • There has been a lot of debate about CANCER (June 21 to July 22) You’ll soldiers to join his military because of their whether older drivers should be required get lots of support from others if you own strong attachment to their wives, and had to pass driving tests in order to renew their up to your mistake quickly and include a banned marriages. Valentine had continued licenses, with failing sight and diminished full and honest explanation. Learn from this to perform marriages in secret and was judgment being cited as reasons for the more experience so that you don’t repeat it. beheaded for it. stringent requirement. However, statistics LEO (July 23 to August 22) There might • On Feb. 11, 1858, in southern France, tend to indicate that, as a group, teenagers be some early confusion over a major move, Bernadette Soubirous, a 14-year-old French are the more dangerous drivers, with their whether it’s at work or at home. But once peasant girl, first claims to have seen the auto-accident death rate roughly triple that of you get a full breakdown of what it entails, it Virgin Mary. The apparitions, which totaled the elderly. should be easier to deal with. Good luck. 18 before the end of the year, occurred in a • If you’re thinking about going back to VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) grotto of a rock promontory near Lourdes, school during this economic downturn, you Creating order out of chaos, even in the France. might want to consider working toward a most untidy spaces, should be no problem • On Feb. 13, 1914, The American master’s degree in business administration. for organized Virgos. So go ahead and do it, Society of Composers, Authors, and The average salary increase enjoyed by new and then accept praise from impressed col- Publishers (ASCAP) is formed in New York. MBA holders is a whopping 64 percent. leagues. This was the first U.S. group to help protect • The men’s formal attire known as the LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) copyrighted music against illegal public per- tuxedo takes its name from the Tuxedo Park Whether it’s for business purposes or just for formances for profit. Club in New York, where the clothing first leisure, a trip might be just what you need • On Feb. 12, 1934, Bill Russell, the leg- became popular. The word itself is derived right now. You would benefit both from a endary center for the Boston Celtics during from the Algonquian word for wolf. change of scenery and from meeting new the 1960s, is born in Monroe, La. During his • The man who holds the world record people. 13-year career with the Celtics, the 6-foot- for running 100 meters and 200 meters, and SCORPIO (October 23 to November 9-inch Russell helped the team to 11 NBA who has won three Olympic gold medals, is 21) While things generally go well this championships. a Jamaican by the name of Usain Bolt. Yes, week, a romantic situation seems to have • On Feb. 8, 1943, Japanese troops evac- Bolt. stalled. But you can restart it if you want to. uate Guadalcanal, leaving the South Pacific • The Zagat restaurant rating system Then again, maybe this is a chance to reas- island in Allied possession after a prolonged recently conducted a survey of Americans’ sess the situation. campaign. The American victory halted tipping habits. The results? It seems that resi- SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to Japanese expansion and paved the way for dents of Philadelphia are the most generous December 21) A meeting that was promised further Allied gains in the Solomon Islands. tippers in the nation, leaving an average of quite a while back could finally happen. So • On Feb. 10, 1962, American spy-plane 19.6 percent. The average across the country be sure you’re prepared with everything pilot Francis Gary Powers is released by the is 19 percent. you’ll need to make your case sound con- Soviets in exchange for Soviet Col. Rudolf vincing and doable. Abel, a senior KGB spy who was caught THOUGHT FOR THE DAY CAPRICORN (December 22 to January in the United States five years earlier. The 19) A workplace blunder could create a two men were brought to separate sides of “People who have no weaknesses are ter- problem down the line unless you deal with the Glienicker Bridge, which connects East rible; there is no way of taking advantage of it right now to see how and why it happened. and West Berlin across Lake Wannsee, and them.” -- Anatole France THERIVER FEBRUARY 5, 2010 33 A link between the two celebrations was Prince And forged when Sunshine King, Robert Halgrim, abdicated in favor of new mon- Princesses Of archs, Virginia (Sheppard) Holloway and James E. Hendry. These monarchs were Edisonia crowned the first royalty of Edisonia. The he 2010 Prince and Princesses event has been held each year since, with of Edisonia will be presented for the exception of the war years 1942 to Tthe first time at the Kazen and 1945. Ques Ball onSaturday, February 6 at There are two royal balls hosted by 8:30 p.m. at the Harborside Event the Edison Pageant, the first honoring Center. They were chosen by a vote the reining monarchs and past kings and of the members of the Edison Pageant queens, and the Coronation Ball crown- of Light and the Fort Myers Woman’s ing the new King and Queen. The pag- Community. eant royalty also participate in the Edison The Prince and Princesses served a Festival of Light Grand Parade. one year term as the 2009 Dukes and Duchess, prior to being elevated to the Kelly Anne Williamson, outgoing queen Marcus Corbin Henderson, outgoing king Music At Miromar title of Prince and Princess. A vote of the a member of Zeta Tau Alpha sorority, the Junior Court and previously served membership will crown a new king and Alpha Epsilon Delta pre-health honor the Royal Court as page and usher. he Acoustic Music Society of queen at the Coronation Ball on February society and Golden Key honor society. The Edison Pageant of light was the Southwest Florida and Miromar 19 at 8:30 p.m. at the Harborside Event Williamson enjoys hunter-jumper horse- inspiration of the late Robert Halgrim, TOutlets will present Frank Corso Center, when the reign of King Marcus back riding, shopping, and Gator football. newspaper man and personal friend and Spoonfull on Saturday, February 6, Corbin Henderson and Queen Kelly She was the 1995 Junior Queen and to Thomas Edison. Halgrim created a from 3 to 6 p.m. Miromar Outlets is at Anne Williamson comes to a close. served the Royal Court as family banner celebration that would pay homage to Corkscrew Road and I-75 in Estero. For Williamson is the 21-year -old daugh- bearer and hostess. the great inventor and would become a more information log onto www.acoustic- ter of Dr. and Mrs. Donald C. Williamson, Marcus Corbin Henderson, 21, is livening memorial to the man who gave musicsociety.com. III (Don and Silvia). A graduate of Fort the son of Mr. and Mrs. Randall P. us incandescent light. The Woman’s Myers High School class of 2006, she Henderson, Jr. (Randy and Ginny). A Community Club and the Jaycees enthu- is a senior at the University of Florida graduate of Fort Myers High School, siastically helped Halgrim develop his Tri Sigma Alumni in Gainesville. Williamson is pre-med, class of 2006, Henderson is currently concept of the mythological kingdom of majoring in human nutrition. She was a senior at the University of Florida in Edisonia. Officers Elected the recipient of the George Merrick Gainesville, where he is majoring in food In 1938, seven years after Edison’s Academic Scholarship. Williamson fficers of the Tri Sigma alum- and resource economics. He is a member death, The Edison Pageant of Light was nae are Fran D’Alessandro, worked as an undergraduate molecular of Kappa Alpha fraternity. He enjoys launched. The foundation for the realm biology research assistant at Shands Opresident; Tippy McClimans, fishing, hunting, photography, Gator of Edisonia was laid in 1928 when James vice president; Teresa Walker, treasurer; Teaching Hospital and this summer football and basketball. Last summer he E. Crafton, Jr. a real estate promoter completed a microbiology course at the Jody Van Cooney, secretary; and Linda worked as a merchandiser for Suncoast started the Sunshine Court to celebrate Clemons, Web master. Pasteur Institute in Paris, France. She is Distributors. Henderson was a prince on 1,000 days of sunshine in Fort Myers.

The Baby Elephant Walk, Peter Gun, Bluegrass On The Airport Board The Pink Panther and Victor VIctoria. Single tickets are $29, $35, $40 and Green Grass Chair Elected $51. Tickets are available online at www. he Acoustic Music Society of he Lee County Board of Port gulfcoastsymphony.org, by calling 481- Southwest Florida will pesent Commissioners elected Tammy 4849 or in person at the Barbara B. TBluegrass on the Green Grass THall as chair for 2010 during Mann Box Office one hour prior to the at Estero Community Park on Sunday its first meeting on January 11. Bob concert. For more information, email: February 7 from 2 to 5 p.m. Janes was appointed as vice chair by [email protected]. It will feature The Bugtussel Ramblers, Commissioner Hall. The board, com- Curt Dunn and Company and Telegraph posed of the five Lee County commis- Creek. sioners, meets bi-monthly as the Board New Executive Bring a lawn chair. Admission is $6, of Port Commissioners to set policy free for members and hildren under 16. and direct the operations of Southwest Director Pickers are welcome to jam away from Florida International Airport and Page im Ficker was recently named the stage. Field General Aviation Airport in Fort executive director of Cypress For more information log onto Myers. The other port commissioners TCove at HealthPark Florida, Inc., Acousticmusicsocietv.com. include Brian Bigelow, Ray Judah and a continuing care retirement community Frank Mann. in South Fort Myers. In addition to his responsibilities at Cypress Cove, Ficker Tim Ficker will support development initiatives as Professor Patches the vice president of senior services Ficker said, “This was a terrific oppor- Symphony for Lee FP, Inc., a subsidiary of Lee tunity to take all that I have learned in Magic Show HealthCare Resources. my previous positions and apply it in the rofessor Patches will perform a Valentine Ficker spent the past four years at senior leadership role of a dynamic orga- hands-on magical show at 7 p.m. Performance Shell Point Retirement Community in nization. The residents and staff members PFriday, February 5 at Cape Coral Fort Myers, where he served as executive of Cypress Cove have welcomed me with Yacht Club, 5819 Driftwood Parkway. ake a stroll down lover’s lane with vice president and chief operating officer. warmth and enthusiasm and I look for- Doors open at 6 p.m. for free chil- plenty of dancing and romancing Prior to that, he spent 12 years in region- ward to a strong partnership with all the dren’s crafts and activities. Tat the Gulf Coast Symphony’s al operations with Erickson Retirement members of this active community.” Admission is $5 per person with chil- Symphonic Valentine: Mancini & Communities in Baltimore, Maryland. dren under two admitted free. Moonlight concert at Barbara B. Mann Ficker began his career in youth min- For tickets, call Cape Coral Parks and Performing Arts Hall February 13 istry, serving for 12 years with Young Share your community Recreation Department at 574-0806 or at 7:30 p.m. Be swept away by lush Life Ministries in South Carolina and news with us. pay at the door. arrangements of Moon River, The Pennsylvania. He received his BA degree Days of Wine and Roses, Dear Heart, from Denison University in Granville, Call 415-7732, Fax: 415-7702 Charade and orchestral features such as Ohio, and his MA in theology from Fuller or email [email protected] Seminary in Pasadena, California. 34 THERIVER FEBRUARY 5, 2010 PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY REMODELING COSMETICS PSYCHOLOGIST SANIBEL CREATIVE TILE CO.

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HELP WANTED SERVICES OFFERED SERVICES OFFERED REAL ESTATE REAL ESTATE Bob Adams HOME IMPROVEMENTS CROW Residential CONSULT THE EXPERTS for all your SanibelOpenHouses.com hurricane protection needs from shutters Renewal to windows & doors. Professional Window & Doors Consultant (CGG 1506332). Services Tel Diane on 239-826-8969 SANIBEL VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES “Handyman” Licensed & Insured experience 25+ years RS 2/5 A 2/26 We are currently seeking applicants (Carpentry, maintenance - toilets, faucets, ceiling fans, sliding doors, etc.) 239.472.3334 for several volunteer positions, REAL ESTATE OPEN HOUSES Current Positions: 768-0569 or Cell 464-6460 RS 11/14 M TFN Cage Cleaner, Gopher Tortoise Grazer, Patient Driver, Emergency Response Transporter, & Gift Shop/ Education Center Volunteers. Other UPHOLSTERY Brian Johnson positions are available throughout the year. Call for a full listing. If you’re interested in hard work and On Island Free Estimates. would like to become a volunteer call Marguerite Over 15 Years Experience. REALTOR Jordan at 472-3644 ext 5. Offering Professional Upholstery Services, VIP Executive Club A time-sensitive training is involved in all of our patient-care. We do Custom Art and Hand Painted Furniture. Let us share ask our volunteers to make a service commitment of 3 consecutive [email protected] or 918-740-4972 Multi-Million Dollar Producer months per year with a minimum of 3-5 hours per week SR 10/23 V TFN SR 9/5 N TFN WELCOME TO PARADISE... over 30 years PERSONAL HOME CARE Assist with transportation, meals, of Island Living SALES POSITION cleaning, home/car maintenance. Excellent organizational skills. Island Resident. with you! BEACH HOUSE SWIMWEAR on Call Lisa 239-472-8875 Sanibel and Captiva now hiring. Available day/night/weekends Energetic and interested in RS 10/23 B TFN Homes • Condos • Land learning how to sell swimwear? Apply online COMPANION SERVICE POSTED DAILY [email protected] Sanibel-Captiva Care and Companion Service, Time Shares as low as $6,000 or call Kim @ Sanibel 472-2676 LLC Medical appointments, general transporta- or Peggy @ Captiva 395-5383. tion, shopping, light meal preparations, and light Th e Sanibel Cottages MAKE PLANS SR 12/11 B TFN cleaning. Our services are customized to meet our clients needs. Call 239-395-3591, or THE DUNES Casa Ybel Resort for an emergency call 239-472-0556. WANTED - WAITRESS/WAITER SR 10/3 B TFN Tortuga Beach Club TO VISIT THE for downtown Fort Myers restaraunt. Must have experience and transportation. Above NEW LISTING salary plus tips. Must be available Wed. HELLE'S CLEANING SERVICES Work with a OPEN HOUSES through Sat. nights. Residential Cleaning to Satisfaction Call 239-405-0340 Sanibel & Captiva • 239-565-0471 Local Professional RS 2/5 N 2/12 Sanibel Lic. #11412 Lee Co. Lic. #051047 POSTED ON . . . WANTED - DISHWASHER/BUSER SR 11/12 B TFN Sanibel’s Only 3BR/2BA Dunes duplex AICP Land Planner/Realtor/Owner SanibelOpenHouses.com for downtown Fort Myers restaraunt. Great golf course views Must have experience, transportation HOUSE CARE Beautiful wood floors and speak English. Split shifts. While you are away by a Pfeifer Realty Group Call 239-405-0340 Asking $499,000 It’s our job to know the retired architect, & a Sanibel resident. RS 2/5 N 2/12 property you are about Call 395-1649 to buy or sell better Sanibel Island, FL SANIBEL SCOOP NOW HIRING SR 9/30 N TFN than you. Part time positions available. PROFESSIONAL Mobile: 910-3099 239-472-0004 Apply in person at Office: 472-5187 2411 Periwinkle Way CLEANING SERVICES SanCapOneSource.com or call 472-9866. Residential • Commercial [email protected] SR 12/11 B TFN Ask for Brittany. Interior Windows • Carpet Cleaning www.BrianSanibel.com SanibelOpenHouses.com RS 2/5 M 2/5 Jennifer Watson 239-810-6293 SR 8/6 N TFN MARY ELLEN PFEIFER SERVICES OFFERED SR 11/13 N TFN SR 2/5 B 2/5 NEED COMPUTER HELP? SANIBEL HOUSE FOR SALE $399,000 B & B CONDO PROS Sanibel Resident. 20 Years pc 2 bed/2bath on big lot FOR SALE Property Management & Care. Experience. Pc Troubleshooting, Data near Bowmans Beach Backup & Restoration, Netorks, Virus Home Watch – Pool Service M Rice Realty, LLC Single wide unit number 30 Detection & Removal. Free Initial 239-398-0404 in Adult Periwinkle Park on Sanibel Handyman Repairs Consultation. Call Fred 472-3873 Island. One bedroom one bath with SR 1/1 M 2/5 Pfeifer Realty Group - www.bbcondopros.com RS 11/27 V 2/12 central air. Located on quiet street with Marketing & Internet Support [email protected] great view overlooking the pond. CONDO FOR SALE Sanibel & Captiva Island Real Estate Sales Has a large fi nished lanai including 239-223-1600 COMPUTER REPAIRS www.PfeiferRealtyGroup.com Two bed/two bath unfurnished ground washer and dryer. All in great condition. SR 9/11 B TFN PC & MAC (Apple) repairs. Hardware 1630 Periwinkle Way Willing to pay monthly lease fees and software also setup backups. floor condo, close to Sanibel and Sanibel Island, FL 33957 Fort Myers Beach, $95,000. for fi rst six months. Thomas Figura Offi ce: 239-472-0004 Asking price 87,900. COMPUTER ASSISTANCE 239-297-9746 Call 466-0677 Toll Free: 866-737-2289 [email protected] For more information AND REPAIR SR 10/9 N TFN call 239-246-5769. RS 2/5 B 2/5 Bay to Sea Computer repair, setup, file recovery & troubleshoot- SR 1/29 M TFN ing for home or office. 15 year Island resident. Sanibel & Captiva Island’s Largest Guaranteed work & low rates. Call Justin at Collection of By Owner Vacation Rentals 677-0226 or email at [email protected] www.BaytoSea.com SR 1/11 V TFN SR 2/5 B 2/5 THERIVER FEBRUARY 5, 2010 37 415-7732 ★ C LASSIFIEDS ★ C LASSIFIEDS ★ 415-7732

REAL ESTATE REAL ESTATE DISTANT SEASONAL RENTAL ANNUAL RENTAL VACATION RENTALS BEAUTIFUL HOME OFF SO. McGregor. $1,200/ MOUNTAIN REAL ESTATE SPECIAL INTRODUCTORY RATES mo. 2br/2ba/den/2car. Granite, wood cabinets, tile, screened lanai, eat-in kitchen. No pets. Security SANIBEL ARMS 2/2 Search all listings - maps and tours. $1,200. 239-357-1700 Adorable ground level 2 bedroom home First floor condo, completely redone - Highlands • Cashiers • Lake Toxaway newly renovated and very close to beach RS 1/22 V 2/5 Lake Glenville • Sapphire Valley Sparkling new swimming pool! Available BEAUTIFUL GATED TOWNHOUSE $590. 2br/1.5ba kitchen/bath/appliances/furniture - www.TheNorthCarolinaMountains.com. March 1 - Call for info 239-691-3319 off College Parkway. Close to shopping, beaches, November 2005. TVs/DVDs, internet, pool/ SR 4/24 B TFN SR 1/8 M 2/12 Sanibel. New tile throughout. W/D. Screened patio. clubhouse. Just a few steps to beach. New a/c. No pets. Security $650. 239-357-1700 RS 1/22 V 2/5 Weekly/Monthly/Seasonal ANNUAL RENTAL Call owners: 401-253-2511 COMMERCIAL PROPERTY ANNUAL RENTAL WANTED S 1/26 M TFN ISABELLA RASI PROPERTIES AVAILABLE International OFFICE SPACE FOR LEASE Local Island Family looking for annual rental on is- For a complete list visit our Website land. Furnished or unfurnished. Please call 239-738- Real Estate Convenient location on Periwinkle Way, Island 4309 SANIBEL ARMS www.remax-oftheislands.com RS 2/5 V 2/5 Consultant Tower Plaza, Sanibel. 1st Floor availability with Call Dustyn, RE/MAX of the Islands 700 sq. ft. of space. Leasehold improvements ANNUAL/SEASONAL RENTAL 2 BR 2 BA 1st floor corner unit on canal. Free boat 239-472-2311 dock. Fishing, lanai, pool, steps to beach. Interior negotiable. Call Joe at 516-972-2883 or toll free RS 10/9 B TFN BRAND NEW at 800-592-0009. Fax is 212-371-2290 & furnishings new Jan 2006. Weekly/monthly/sea- SR 10/12 B TFN ANNUAL OR SEASONAL RENTAL SANIBEL CANAL FRONT sonal. Call owner 419-566-8670. SANIBEL Sanibel 2BR/2BA - Furnished, Central SR 4/13 V TFN HOME PRIME COMMERCIAL/OFFICE SPACE A/C, Wet Bar, Vaulted Ceilings, Direct TV, 2BR/1BA Internet, Pool, Screened Lanai, Garage. Call For sublease on Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. 954-605-3325 or 800-618-3325 for details. NEAR BEACH PRIVATE HOME Just bring your boat... Excellent exposure and convenient location, Completely renovated SR 7/17 M TFN 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH flexible square footage available to suit your Corian and tiled throughout. 3bedroom, 2bath Home with heated pool, OPEN HOUSE needs. Call 239-472-2183 for more information. Quiet Street in quiet Sanibel neighborhood. Seasonal SR 12/3 B TFN and near shopping SANIBEL WATERFRONT and monthly rentals. 239-472-0692 or www.4sanibel.com. February ,  Ground level Sanibel Waterfront 2BR/2BA home fur- FOR LEASE nished. Manatees & otters are neighbors. SR 12/25 P 10/1 from  to  p.m. W/D on site. 4 months - $9,600, 6 months - $13,600. Architecturally designed real estate office $950 month plus electric 2010 - 2011 Season. VACATION RENTAL on Periwinkle with 7-12 private offices  Bailey Road, 330-289-1798 Please call 973-398-6315. Walk to beach - Near causeway depending on configuration. Freshly SR 9/18 V TFN 2-1 completely remodeled. come for tea & cookies! SR 11/27 V TFN painted, new floor covering, reasonably Deck, new kitchen, bath and tile. priced. Call 239-940-7823 for showing CONDO FOR RENT RS 12/14 B TFN Feb-$3,500, March-$3,700, April-$3,000 EAST END 2BR/2BA 2BR/2BA on 1st Floor Davis Rd, Fort 410-692-0200 1/2 of duplex. Walk to beach. Myers. Furnished with living room, kitchen, RS 1/29 V TFN OFFICE SPACES FOR LEASE Fully remodeled. dining area & screened lanai. W/D, TV, Iona Schoolhouse Professional Center Kitchen/Bath/Tile heated pool & tennis. Close to beaches, TOWNHOUSE ON CAPE COD BAY Great Location at McGregor Blvd & Kelly Road. $1,095 per month shopping & golf. Call 239-267-7697 410-692-0200 Country Club Townhouse on Cape Cod 685 sq feet & 1350 sq feet units available. Will RS 1/29 V 2/5 Bay in Plymouth, MA. 2 miles from Cape RS 1/29 V TFN negotiate year lease! Call Lisa at 239-472-2792 Bridges. Golf, tennis, pool, restaurant, Listed for ,, RS 1/4 B TFN VACATION RENTALS sandy beach. 2BR, 2BA. Available July & ANNUAL RENTAL Sept. $6,000/Mo. Call Agent 508-561-1666 Two bed/ two bath unfurnished ground fl oor FOR INFORMATION TOTALLY RENOVATED condo off Kelly Road. Close to Sanibel and EAST END COTTAGE RS 2/5 V 2/26 AND SHOWINGS 800 Sq. ft. Doc Ford's Center. New large white Fort Myers Beach. Annual lease $875/mo. Steps from the beach. 1 bdrm/1 1/2 bath, BOATS * CANOES * KAYAKS PLEASE CALL tiles on fl oor. New bathroom. Raised ceiling Six month lease also avail. Pets under 25 lbs. OK. Call 851-3506. AC/heat, full kitchen, laundry. $3,500/mo + tax and new windows. Motivated owner - some Jan-Mar, neg.off-season. SR 1/29 N TFN DOCKAGE ISABELLA RASI FREE RENT. Call Nancy 239-246-4075. Call for availability: 239-738-3021. (239) 246-4716 SR 8/7 B TFN LOVELY SANIBEL CANAL HOME SR 1/9 B TFN Hourly, Daily, Weekly and Monthly. Email Watershadows, direct gulf access, new VACATION RENTAL RETAIL SPACE FOR RENT dock, 3-bd/2-bath, walk to Bay. Captiva Island 472-5800 Completely remodeled Dunes duplex with SR 1/30 B TFN [email protected] Retail space available on Periwinkle Way. Available May 1. $2,195/month. fantastic golf course views available for monthly Novelli International Real Estate Frontage 2,100 sq. ft. [email protected] or 603-356-5646 or seasonal rental. 3BR/3BA, vaulted ceilings, RS 2/5 V 2/19 two floors, light and bright, large kitchen. SECURE INDOOR Call 239-283-8581 Upgrades include granite, marble, tile, pavers. RS 8/14 B TFN BOAT STORAGE FOR RENT Call 703-548-0545 for more information. ANNUAL RENTAL SR 3/7 V TFN 10x12x30 GROUND LEVEL Dry Dock Centrally located 2-bed, 1-bath cottage. at Sanibel Harbor Yacht Club RS 11/27 N TFN RETAIL OR OFFICE SPACE Washer & Dryer, unfurnished. (Next to Sanibel Bridges) 957 Fitzhugh. Island Vacations Unlimited In/Out Privileges - 7 days/week For Rent $950/mo. Complete Boat Wash/Engine flush after each use CAPTIVA - PLANTATION BEACH CLUB at SSIR. Call 239-645-4850. Of Sanibel & Captiva Lovely fully equipped 2BR 2BA units (3) available on East End of Sanibel Million $ Views Await You!• Total use of club facilities (no dues) SR 2/5 B 2/12 (Restaurant, Marina Supplies & Boat Shop the beach 5/21 to 5/28. Call 901-604-6224. Call 239-472-0121 or 239-410-2553 Cottages • Condos • Homes • RS 1/29 V 3/19 & Certified Mechanics & Repair Shop); SR 12/11 P TFN SMALL ELEVATED 3-BED/2-bath, no pets. REAL ESTATE WANTED Unfurnished. 2550 Sanibel Blvd. 239-472-2225. Miles of Beaches & Bike Paths showers,Fuel at Wholesale (gas & Diesel) PRIME PERIWINKLE FRONTAGE! - 1000 sq ft $1,400 per month. $1,000 security deposit 239-472-7277 Slip #157 perfect for retail, office, other. Hardwood floors - SR 11/13 B TFN 1-888-451-7277 Call Phil 239-395-0407 WANTED: SHELL HARBOUR HOME beautiful! Ample parking, no cam fees! SR 11/13 V TFN 239-472-6385 SANIBEL 2BR/2BA, w/large offi ce, LR/DR, UF S 10/9 B TFN ground level home in quiet neighborhood w/ large Single level, sea wall, RS 7/31 A TFN one car garage. Renovated, corian counters and ter- under one million PRIME RETAIL SPACE FOR sublease. Corner unit, razzo fl oors, large back yard deck. Pets welcome. 395-3185 1,500 sq ft, great visibility. Location, location, loca- Available April. $1,450 plus utilities. 239-472-2464 leave message. tion. Call 239-738-1609 SR 12/25 B TFN SR 1/15 V 3/6 SR 11/13 M TFN CUSTOM HOME, PRIVATE, river view, guest loft with sun porch, pool, tennis, beach. No smoking or pets. Available monthly beginning April. 405-210-2341 or 405-307-8949 SR 1/8 M TFN 38 THERIVER FEBRUARY 5, 2010 ★ ★ C LASSIFIEDS ★ C LASSIFIEDS ★ ★

MISC. FOR SALE MISC. FOR SALE ESTATE SALES Emergency...... 911 32” TV SONY TRINITRON TV ISLAND ESTATE SALES Lee County Sheriff’s Offi ce...... 477-1200 JVC I’Art 32” TV Unique Old High End Silver, Jewelry, Art, Florida Marine Patrol...... 332-6966 36” in 7’ cabinet, extra speakers Coins, Wicker, More. Pick-Up & Donations Silver case, good looking, good working Florida Highway Patrol...... 278-7100 VHS & DISC Players can benefi t local charties. BOGO Poison Control...... 1-800-282-3171 order, w/remote and manual. $150 $500 1/2 off Sale. Wall Art & Beachy Items. HealthPark Medical Center...... 1-800-936-5321 472-6837 (leave msg) 395-1649 2431 Periwinkle, www.SanibelAuction.com Ft. Myers Chamber of Commerce...... 332-3624 SR 11/20 N TFN SR 2/5 N TFN RS 2/5 V TFN Foundation for Quality Childcare...... 425-2685 Ft. Myers Beach Chamber of Commerce...... 454-7500 SCHWINN AIRDYNE UPRIGHT EXERCISE Bike. Fort Myers Beach Library...... 463-9691 FOR SALE Heart Rate Monitor, Time, Distance, Calories. $300. Lakes Regional Library...... 533-4000 395-1649 TIME TO SAY 2 brand new table lamps - Lee County Chamber of Commerce...... 931-0931 SR 1/8 N TFN crystal with white shade $50 Post Offi ce...... 1-800-275-8777 Gray offi ce chair $15 GOOD BUY! Call 246-4716 Visitor & Convention Bureau...... 338-3500 ARTS RS 2/5 N TFN SEE YOU Alliance for the Arts...... 939-2787 Arts For ACT Gallery & Studio...... 337-5050 Art League Of Fort Myers...... 275-3970 NEXT WEEK Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall...... 481-4849 BIG ARTS...... 395-0900 Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre...... 278-4422 Cultural Park Theatre...... 772-5862 Florida Repertory Theatre at the Arcade...... 332-4488 SUDOKU Florida West Arts...... 948-4427 Fort Myers/Estero Island Barbershop To play Sudoku: Fort Myers Symphonic Mastersingers...... 472-0168 Gulf Coast Symphony...... 489-1800 Complete the grid so Harmony Chorus, Charles Sutter, Pres...... 481-8059 Naples Philharmonic...... (239) 597-1111 that every row, column The Schoolhouse Theater...... 472-6862 and every 3x3 box S.W. Florida Symphony...... 418-0996 Theatre Conspiracy...... 936-3239 contains the numbers Young Artists Awards...... 574-9321 CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS 1 through 9 (the same Animal Refuge Center...... 731-3535 American Business Women Association...... 463-1221 number cannot appear Audubon of SWFL...... 339-8046 more than once in a Audubon Society...... 472-3156 Caloosahatchee Folk Society...... 677-9509 row, column or 3x3 duPont Company Retirees ...... 454-1083 Edison Porcelain Artists...... 415-2484 box.) There is no The Horticulture and Tea Society...... 472-8334 guessing and no math Horticultural Society...... 472-6940 Lee County Genealogical Society...... 549-9625 involved, just logic. NARFE(National Active & Retired Federal Employees)...... 482-6713 Navy Seabees Veterans of America...... 731-1901 Paradise Iowa Club of SWFL...... 667-1354 answer on page 35 Southwest Florida Fencing Academy...... 939-1338 Southwest Florida Music Association...... 561-2118 Kiwanis Clubs: Fort Myers Beach...... 765-4254 or 454-8090 Fort Myers Edison...... 694-1056 Fort Myers South...... 691-1405 Gateway to the Islands...... 415-3100 Iona-McGregor...... 482-0869 Lions Clubs: Fort Myers Beach...... 463-9738 Fort Myers High Noon...... 466-4228 Estero/South Fort Myers...... 898-1921 Notre Dame Club of Lee County...... 768-0417 POLO Club of Lee County...... 477-4906 Rotary Club of Fort Myers...... 332-8158 Sanibel-Captiva Orchid Society...... 472-6940 United Way of Lee County...... 433-2000 United Way 211 Helpline (24 hour)...... 211 or 433-3900 AREA ATTRACTIONS Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum...... 395-2233 Burrough’s Home...... 337-9505 Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium ...... 275-3435 Edison & Ford Winter Estates...... 334-3614 Fort Myers Skate Park...... 321-7558 Imaginarium Hands-On Museum & Aquarium...... 321-7420 answer on page 35 JN “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge...... 472-1100 Koreshan State Historic Site...... (239) 992-0311 Ostego Bay Foundation Marine Science Center...... 765-8101 Skatium...... 321-7510 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Southwest Florida Museum of History...... 321-7430 Read us online at islandsunnews.com If you would like your club/organization listed in The River Calling Card, phone 415-7732 THERIVER FEBRUARY 5, 2010 39 BEACH CHAIR PASTIME Answers on page 32 40 THERIVER FEBRUARY 5, 2010 Still-Life Works Shell Point’s explore On View At New Life Enrichment imagine Burroughs Home Opportunities Series offers For Art Walk the opportunity play lorida artist Veronica Benning at to discover new create will display her artwork at the Shell Point FBurroughs Home, 2505 First things about laugh Street, Fort Myers, Friday, February The public is invited and many yourself and the 5 through Friday, February 19. All of inspire her artwork will be available for sale of these events are FREE! world you live in. and partial proceeds from this show- learn ing will benefit the Uncommon Friends Foundation to further the work of the foundation in its effort to teach ethics in a program designed for school children. February Events An artist’s reception will be held at FREE! the Burroughs Home between 6 and 9 lll PPoi Shell Point Showcase Open House p.m. on Friday, February 5. The opening SShheel oinntt Thursday, February 11 • 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. of the exhibit is part of the February Art Walk in the River District. Shuttle buses See the best Shell Point has to offer! Narrated Tours • Decorated will stop at the Burroughs Home so that Showcase participants can view Benning’s work. Models • Farmer’s Market • Presentations about Shell Point’s The artwork will be available for pub- Lifestyle with Lifecare • Health Fair • Entertainment • Arts & lic viewing and sale daily February 6 to Crafts Sale • Light Refreshments • Library Annual Book Sale 19 between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., or by appointment at other times by calling 337-9505. Art Walk and the art display The Academy presents: Ancient Egypt and Us FREE! are open to the public. Benning’s art Thursday, February 11 at 7:15 p.m. • The Island at Shell Point features many colorful and lively studies done directly from still life. Both Respected Egyptologist, Professor Adrian Kerr of Edison State College, will take us on representational and abstract works are a tour of ancient Egypt in this Academy presentation. No reservations necessary. in oil, acrylic, oil pastel, ink, graphite and gouache. Much of her work is done directly from nature. Dr. Gary Small: Keeping Your Brain Young Benning has participated in numerous Friday, February 12 at 7:00 p.m. • The Island at Shell Point one-person, juried, and group exhibitions around the nation, many of them in the A leading expert on memory, aging, and the brain, Dr. Small, director of the UCLA Center Lee County area, including the Alliance on Aging, will discuss the effect lifestyle has on one’s ability to live with health, vibrancy, for the Arts, Edison State College, Cape Coral Arts Studio, Caloosa Yacht and and cognitive sharpness. Tickets $30. Call 454-2067. Racquet Club, U.S. Court and Federal Building, Art League of Bonita Springs, and Gallery Naïve. She has also exhibited National Christian Choir 150+ Voices! at the von Liebig Art Center in Naples. Saturday, February 13 at 7:15 p.m. and Sunday, February 14 at 6:15 p.m. • The Island at Shell Point NARFE Meeting Direct from our nation’s capital, the National Christian Choir will ARFE (National Active and present two evening performances. Tickets $10. Call 454-2147. Retired Federal Employees NAssociation) South Lee County FREE! Informational Presentations & Tours Chapter #1263 will hold its quarterly Tuesday, February 16 at 9:30 a.m. • Wednesday, February 17 at 9:30 a.m. evening meeting on February 9 at 6:30 p.m. at the Lakes Regional Library on Tuesday, February 23 at 9:30 a.m. • Wednesday, February 24 at 1:30 p.m. Bass Road. For more information call 482-6713. Join us for one of these group presentations about the Lifestyle and Lifecare available at Shell Point followed by a narrated bus tour of the community. Light refreshments. Space is limited, so call 466-1131 to reserve your place. Dr. Harold Koenig: Religion, Spirituality & Health Thursday, February 25 at 7:00 p.m. • The Island at Shell Point Founder of the Center for Spirituality, Theology and Health at Duke University, he Share your community will discuss mind-body connections and their effects on immune functioning and news with us. longevity. Tickets $30. Call 454-2067. Call 415-7732, Fax: 415-7702 or email [email protected] (239) 466-1131 • www.shellpoint.org Shell Point is located in Fort Myers, 2 miles before the Sanibel Causeway.