WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 1, 2011 island f REPORTER SANIBEL AND CAPTIVA, FLORIDA VOLUME 49, NUMBER 34 VISIT US ONLINE AT CAPTIVASANIBEL.COM 750 Restoration project completed at Pond Apple Park, Paulsen Preserve ByJEFFLYSIAK According to James Evans, environ- om mental biologist for .the City of Environmental biologist On Monday, the City of Sanibel Sanibel's Department of Natural James Evans stands next to announced the completion of the Pond Resources, an $18,020 grant was pro- an information kiosk at Apple Park and Paulsen Preserve Pine vided to the city to establish four sepa- Sanibel's Pond Apple Park, Flatwoods Restoration Project. The rate stands of native South Florida where the city recently com- project, which began last summer, was. slash pine on city-owned lands known pleted a Pine Flatwoods fully grant funded through the as Pond Apple Park and Paulsen Restoration Project. American Recovery and Reinvestment Preserve. Act 2009-2011 Forest Health JEFFLY-SIAK Improvement Initiative Grant Program. See RESTORATION, page 8 SEC charges Risher and partner in Ponzi scheme By SHANNEN HAYES [email protected] "Risher and Sebastian used A Sanibel resident and his business part- investor's life savings and retire- ner were charged by the Securities & ment nest eggs to line their own pockets." Exchange Commission (SEC) on Aug. 29 — Eric BustHIo, SEC Miami Regional with operating a Ponzi scheme disguised as Office director a purported private equity fund that fraudu- lently raised approximately $22 million from more than 100 investors nationwide investors for die fund. and in Canada. Risher boasted to investors that he had According to the SEC's'complaint filed substantial experience in trading equities in the U.S. District Court for the Middle and providing wealth and assessment man- District of Florida, James Davis Risher of agement services. The 61-year-old had no Sanibel was responsible for handling the such experience but rather a lengthy crimi- 1 fund's trading operations, while his partner nal history , spending 11 out of the last 21 Daniel Joseph Sebastian of Lakeland dis- years in state and federal prisons instead of tributed offering materials and solicited See SCHEME, page 7

JEFF LYS1AK Arny Hoyt, center, GIS coordinator for the Lee County Property Lily & Co. pre Daring to Appraiser's offices, gives instruction to a pair of Structural Safety Inspector (SSI) trainees last week at the Sanibel Recreation Center. open second ocation Citizens, city employees team By JEFF LYSIAK "America's Coolest Stores." [email protected] But Bell and Schuyler are about to up for SSI emergency training Since they first opened their doors experience the biggest challenge since of the SSI training session, the purpose of back in 2006, Lily & Co. Jewelers co- they decided to remodel their building, ByJEFFLYSIAK which at various times has been a [email protected]. the structural safety teams is to initially owners Karen Bell and Dan Schuyler assess the overall property damage on the focused on.putting everything in their Methodist church, schpolhouse, art Last Thursday, 21 people - both pri- gallery, bank and podiatrist's office. vate citizens and city employees — gath- island prior to allowing residents to return collective capacities — expertise, per- sonality, heart and soul — into the ered at the Sanibel Recreation Center to followed by a completed written external On Sept. 1, Lily & Co. will official- take part in the latest Structural Safety damage report for each single or multi- business. And over the past five years, they Inspector (SSI) seminar, learning the basics family structure as to its condition for occu- See LILY & CO., page 8 which may help them become among the pancy. have been blessed with numerous acco- first responders to an emergency or natural On Aug. 25, this year's third class of lades and honors, including a Jeweler's disaster. SSI trainees spent the day engaged in first Circular Keystone (JCK) award for According to Harold Law, a building being one of the top 10 jewelry stores Id T381NVS official with the City of Sanibel and leader in the country and an InStore Magazine See TRAINING, page 9 feature touting Lily & Co. as one of

Editorial .4 Letters to the Editor .5 Business News ...... 11 IHSIDETODAY Word on the Island .4 Obituaries .6 Preserving Paradise 13 Sanibel Labor Day Matsumoto creates logo for 30th taste of the Islands holiday schedule, CROW'S 30-Annual o refuse collection Sanibel City Hall will be closed in observance of Labor Day, on Monday, Sept. 5, and will resume regular 6 office hours on Tuesday, Sept. 6. Taste of tke Islands Refuse, recycling and vegetation waste collection by Veolia Environmental Services scheduled for Labor Day Sanibel & Captiva Islands will be one day later. Therefore, if your normal pick-up day is Monday, Sept. 5, your waste will be picked up on Tuesday,.Sept. 6. The altered schedule will remain in place /or the, remainder . of the week. The normal waste \ collection m schedule will resume on Monday, Sept. 12. The Sanibel Recreation Center will operate normal business hours and maintain all land and water aerobics classes on1 Labor Day from 6:30 a.m. November D, 2011 ~ 12 to 5 pm to 8 p.m. All regular classes Sanibel Community Park will be. held. Lap Pool . is On Tuesday, the Clinic for the Rehabilitation Of Wildlife (CROW) announced that the 30th annu- open from 6:30 al Taste of the Islands will be held on Sunday, Nov. 13, 2011 at Sanibel Community Park on a.m. to 7 p.m. Periwinkle Way. This event has become a traditional and much-anticipated part of the islands' Water Features Pool & Splash Pad will be open from 10 fall calendar. a.m. to noon and 2 to 5 p.m. Special member guest and For the second consecutive year, Bank of the Islands/Edison National Bank will be the visitor rates are available. Bring your family and friends Presenting Sponsor for this gala tasting of Sanibel and Captiva restaurants' finest creations. for the day. If you have any questions, please call the Rec Renowned artist Ikki Matsumoto has again provided his unique creativity in designing a logo for Center at 472-0345. this year's Taste. The logo shows a feast presented and enjoyed by local wildlife, reflecting The Sanibel Recreation Center After School Program CROW's mission of saving wildlife through compassion, care and education, as well as the will not operate in observance of Labor Day and will enjoyable traditions of the Taste of the Islands. resume on Tuesday. CROW is presently organizing sponsors and participating restaurants. More information is The Fun Days Program will not operate on Labor Day. available by e-rnailing [email protected] or by calling 472-3644. OS If you have any questions, please call, the Rec Center at a 472-0345. •a The City of Sanibel's Center 4 Life/Civic Center will be closed in observance of Labor Day and will resume normal office hours on Tuesday. If you have any ques- tions, please call the Center 4 Life/Civic Center at 472- Report your news to THE ISLAND REPORTER: 5473. captivasanibel.com

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• •• Sanibel I discover where the water goes re Submitted by DR. BRUCE NEW The very last week of the summer at Sanibel Sea School's H summer camp was Tarpon Week and what better way to cel- ebrate a summer of fun and learning than to pay homage to the Silver King. We made otoliths - the ear bones in fishes, used by biologists to age them. We canoed through the back- waters of mangrove forests in Tarpon Bay where tarpon thrive as young fish. But the really interesting stuff started happening when we studied how adult tarpon spawn and how the larvae of these mighty giants are, to some degree, at the mercy of the currents. In conjunction with that knowledge of larval dispersal we asked a tantalizing question. Just where do die currents take tarpon eggs and larvae if they spawned off the shores of Sanibel? To answer that question of current movements, we decided to use coconuts to try to track water movements off the shores of Sanibel Island. We chose coconuts because they are a natural part of the flotsam of the Gulf of Mexico - and CONTRIBUTED Two coconuts ready to be deployed on their epic Sanibel Sea School student Kyle Hasenfus besides, who wouldn't love to find a message on a coconut? journey. paints up a coconut prior to the release. So, we gathered up 30 coconuts and painted them crazy I colors - mostly pink and orange. We wanted our coconuts to The first message arrived at Sanibel Sea School on s attract folks on distant shores to come and have a look - Friday evening. Someone had found one of our coconuts wouldn't you look if you saw ti pink and orange coconut in - in Naples! Our initial prediction of Captiva landings, 3 the shallows off the beach? We painted numbeis on each one based on the observations of the drifting coconuts, didn't and affixed laminated tags asking the finder tc call or email pan out. Over the weekend, 18 more were reported from i Sanibel Sea School when they found our wayward coconut. kind people who found coconuts all over the beaches of On Thursday at 11:15 am, we took the boat to point just Naples and even on Keewaydin Island, south of Naples. offshore of the Sundial Resort, which is a fa\ orite hunting We still have calls coming in and great hopes for the rest nP ground for tarpon fishermen and we set our groups of of our coconut explorers. Next stop? Maybe Marco c coconuts adrift. We anchored the boat and observed the direc- Island? Maybe Cuba? tion we saw the coconuts moving - they all seemed headed Our coconut current study is yielding a lot of insights. to Captiva. We eventually weighed anchor and traveled fur- One of them is that what we do here on Sanibel can have ther up island. a direct impact on our neighbors on Naples - it's funny, We enjoyed a picnic lunch and seined for near-shore fish- I never thought of Naples as the town next door, but in es - always in search of those elusive tarpon larvae. We men our ocean world they seem to be. And that makes us won- got back in the boat and sampled the plankton w^th a plank- der about the flotsam landing on our beaches. Where is it ton net - a fine meshed net designed to capture creatures coming from? greater than 0.3 mm in size. We learned a lot in our last week of summer camp, Once our plankton observation was done, we headed back 'We celebrated the Silver King, made new friends, had 5? to our deployment point to hopefully visit our coconut current some adventures and found out that pretty interesting drogues. But, we could not find a single coconut on the Gulf things can happen when you study the ocean in simple, I of Mexico - it was as though a giant wand had erased our old fashioned ways. w happy little coconuts from the earth. Oh well, we would just Sanibel Sea School is a 5Olc3 dedicated to a world in Kathy Curtis proudly shows off the coconut she n have to wait and see if anyone would find our little friends which all people value, understand and care for the ocean. discovered during her morning run near Port and give us a call. Visit us in person or at www.sanibelseaschool.org." Royal Club on Naples Beach. I "1

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CU island u REPORTER Editorial (USPS 813580 . 2340 Periwinkle Way Invest in community by volunteering at triathlon Sanibel, FL 33957 Phone: (239) 472-1587 When South Seas Island most popular sporting events Organizers also put out a but of the event itself, will be Fax: (239) 472-8398 Resort signed on to host the on the Southwest Florida cal- call for volunteers to assist something our community can Web: captivasanibel.com firsl-ever Captiva Triathlon, endar each and every fall. them in staging a successful be proud of. scheduled to take place on But with any startup activi- event, with available spots Volunteerism is something Publisher Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 1 7 ty, you never know. open in nearly every capacity: islanders have become known Scott Blonde and 18, race organizers knew Last week, the people swim course, transition area, for. In fact, whenever one of I [email protected] that it was going to take a her- behind the inaugural Galloway bike course, run course, regis- Sanibel or Captiva's non-prof- Executive Editor culean effort.to successfully Captiva Tri - as the event is tration, timing, body marking, it groups and community G Jeff Lysiak stage the athletic showcase. now known as — proudly finish line, water stations and organizations speak about their [email protected] "3 In promoting all comers to announced that they had food set-up. With less than successes, credit is most often Advertising Sales descend upon the tiny barrier reached full capacity (500) for three weeks remaining until given to their volunteers. 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They form friend- Please consider going vegan go to the Gulf (or lack thereof) of seafood To the editor, ships, feel pain and joy, grieve in memory of all the animals To the editor, and our ecosystem for genera- The news reports about the for lost loved, ones, and are who were killed to produce the You couldn't fine these tions. nationwide recall of more than afraid to die. But in slaughter- recalled meat - and the bil- t criminals enough for what To this day, Exxon has not 600,000 pounds of ground houses, they are often scalded lions of other farmed animals K they've done, to United States paid a cent to any of the fisher- beef that may be contaminated alive or dismembered while who are killed every year. You c currently and for years to nien or villagers who lost with a potentially deadly strain they're still conscious. might save your own life as well. come. 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Guest Commentary © Finding a cure for textaholics

Guest commentary by picked it up and looked at the text mes- cr REV. JAMES L SNYDER sage and it said, "Can you come to the Recently, the Gracious Mistress of bedroom immediately." Not knowing the Parsonage and Yours Truly upgrad- what opportunities awaited I rushed i ed our lives with cell phones. Up to this into the bedroom. time, I just assumed the cell phone was There my wife was on one side of what a prisoner used.. the bed and said to me, "Help me turn My wife and I drug our feet for a this mattress over." long time until we finally took the We were at the mall together and we I plunge. Both of us finally went to the usually go to different stores. My cell cell phone store and signed up for cell phone rang and a text message came, phone service. She picked out a phone "Where are you?" 1 for her and then picked up another I immediately text back, "Right phone and turned to me and said, "I behind you." think this will suit you." A text message returned quickly I learned long ago that when my saying, "Oh, I thought you were lost." wife is "thinking," I should not inter- "No," 1 fast text back to her, "but it rupt the phenomenon. can be arranged." I must say she did not hog the whole 1 am neither a psychiatrist nor a psy- experience of purchasing cell phones. chologist .but I' think my wife has She rather graciously allowed me to become intexticated by .this new tech- pull out my checkbook and write a nology. check for our cell phone service. I 1 said to her once, "Lay down the g wrote that check and signed it" with a ceil phone and nobody will get hurl." s. She quickly text me and .said, smjle not knowing what I was really X doing. "Touch my cell phone and you die." I have found not knowing what I am I'm not sure if there is a rehab cen- doing really is a very peaceful part of ter for textaholics yet, but I know my life. There is no stress when you do someone who should go there. Wait a not know what you are doing. minute... 1 have a text coming in. However, when you have some idea "What do you want for supper? what you" are doing, then comes the Meatloaf or fried chicken?" stress. I must admit, most of my life is "Fried chicken is fine with me," I stress free. text back. Now, that we have upgraded . our Now, where was 1? Ah yes, a rehab lifestyle, life has become rather easy center for textaholics. Wait a minute... for us. I have another text coming in. . I really did not know how the simple "Can you pick up a quart of milk at act of signing up for cell phone service the store?" would so drastically change our life. "Okay." There is something with our service Yes, a rehab center for textaholics. called texting. I have heard of this of If anybody knows one you can text me course, but I.had no idea what it was all with trie information. about. But I was shortly to discover the But then again, maybe being addict- bliss of the world of texting. ed to texting isn't all that bad. After all, Not long after we purchased our cell it facilitates keeping in touch with" phone service we were at a restaurant someone without actually having to celebrating our wedding anniversary. talk to them. That can't be all bad. Yes sir, 40 years'ago we tied the knot It still does not trump God's ability and we have had a wonderful time take it on my own to make decisions for "Coffee." to keep in touch with us. I like what the together. Oh sure, there have been my better half. I have not had enough I looked at the waitress who was prophet says, "And it shall come to those "knotty" situations, but overall practice making decisions for my half. looking rather strangely at me, and said pass, that before they call, I will everything has held together. That sure So, when the waitress asked for her to her, ."My wife will have coffee." answer; and while they are yet speak- was a tight knot we tied back in the drink order 1 did not quite know what This was just the beginning of the ing, I will hear" (Isaiah 65:24 KJV). day. she wanted. textualtzation of our forma! blissful I think God has texting beat, thumbs We were celebrating at a certain Then it dawned on me. I will text relationship. We really do not have to down. restaurant and my wife needed to go to her. After all, isn't that why we got this talk anymore; we can just text each the lady's room for whatever ladies do cell phone service in the first place? So other, which cuts down pn the shout- (Rev. Snyder is pastor of the Family in the lady's room. While she was I text her and ask her what she wanted ing. of God Fellowship in Ocala, Fla. He gone, the waitress came to take our me to order her for her drink. Just the other night 1 was sitting in may be contacted via e-mail at jamess- drink order. Even though I have been Within a very short timel, my cell my easy chair reading a book and a text [email protected].) blissfully married for 40 years, I never hne .buzzed and I Jpoked.^t .her .text.. .message carne ron my/cell\phone.- L Obituaries A. John Bartis teller. He was a great nurturer of young talent and a mentor to many, with 'leading man' good looks; he A few thoughts from Marsha Wagner... Former Sanibel resident and well-known New People come into our lives to mentor, enrich and York theatre personality A. John Bartis died in taught singing and acting gratis to our interns at the Naples early on Wednesday, Aug. 24, 2011. Known Arcade since we opened. I can't tell you how much change us; John Bartis was that person the universe chose far and wide as John, his real name was really Carrie's and my children loved him. He wa"s always to send me. I was introduced to John by my late husband Aristides, which he dropped when he became a pro- 'Uncle John' to them as well as to Marsha and Frank, shortly after we were engaged to be married. Our fessional singer. Frank's "daughter and granddaughters and was deep and lasting closeness began with that introduction Born in 1924 in Meriden, Conn., he attended Tufts- immensely important in our lives, very much a fami- and lasted some 56 years. John became Uncle John to all and graduated from Wesleyan University with honors ly member. We shall miss him terribly." of us when my daughter Lisa was born and he became her in psychology, enlisted in the Navy for two years, and "'The End of an Era' ...we all know what that Godfather. took graduate studies at Yale. Then it was on to New means and the nostalgia it brings with it," former One can only measure friendship by the richness and York where he took voice with Romano Romani, Sanibel resident Jay Halcrow mused. "With the death color it adds to life, and John added all of that to mine. » John had become the older brother I've always yearned (.3 Rosa Ponsell's coach. During his 15 years in New of John Bartis an era has closed. He and his friend of York, he played in "Hazel Flagg" in 1953; heover 50 years, Arthur Partington, welcomed me into for and never had, he was my best buddy, my awesome s appeared in "Inside U.S.A" and "Miss Liberty" with a wonderful world of great friendship, food fit for singing teacher, my challenging acting director, my rock to hold me steady when my beloved Frank died, my H Bea Lillie (and Eddie Albert in the latter show) and kings, absolute silliness and laughter. To me it was a with Ethel Merman in "Call Me Madam." gift from two very special brothers who made my health advocate, my, culinary instructor, the pa! I could He was one of New York's foremost vocal coach- entrance into Sanibel life fun, interesting, and filled share laughs with mid, when life handed me lemons, he showed me how to make lemonade. 0) es fmm the 1950s through the 1970s teaching - with great kindness. Now they are both gone and the among many others — James Farentino, Ruth Buzzi, small world we all inhabit wijl never be the same for Our family became part of the Bartis clan when we Ciciiy Tyson, John Cryer and Julie Newmar. (He was me or for the group of friends that were our island bought our house in the Bartis compound on Hanover actively teaching his private students in Southwest family. Pond in Meriden. Frank and I moved to Sanibel because Florida until the end of this.past May.) He met Frank "The era may be over, but it will never to be for- of Uncle John, who had opened an ice cream parlor sell- Wagner, prominent Broadway director/choreogra- gotten." ing Pinocchio's gelato. Friendship is like that; its roots go pher/jazz • dance instructor and late husband.of Although he was in New York at the same time as deep and are intricately intertwined. Islander theatre critic Marsha Wagner, during this John and John knew of him, Dennis Cunningham, There are no words to say how very much I will miss period as well. CBS's main theatre commentator did not meet John him but, then again,.! will choose to live the words we John and Arthur Partington were instructors at until he (Cunningham) had been living in Southwest . both chose when our beloved partners died... "I will live Choate Rosemary Hall Prep School in Wallingford, Florida for eight years; they met at Florida Rep, fearlessly and passionately, enjoying each day as though Conn., with John teaching drama, theatre arts and "I simply can't say enough about him," it were my last. Farewell, dearest friend — thank you for 8 voice, and Arthur dance. The two also started the Cunningham, who now lives in Fort Myers Beach, all you have taught me." Connecticut Academy of Dance & Theatre which said. "He was a treasured friend. He was so centered, Meanwhile, "Let's go on with the show!" they operated until "retiring" to Sanibel in 1980.he really knew who he was... He always gave his full 1 Once they got to Sanibel and, after spending many, attention to his students and took great pride in their Love, Mush 09 33 many summers in Arrezzo, Italy, they created the advancement. We spent many, many hours together world-famous Pinocchio's Italian Gelato/Ice Cream telling stories and discussing all kinds of things in his Shop on Sanibel's east end. Peter, and James of Meriden and John A. Bartis, who 'salon,' as I called it, in McGregor Woods; and he had been staying with him in Fort Myers since "John became a great, great chef," according to was one of the most sociable people I ever met... my December; many great nephews and nieces... plus a Robert Cacioppo, artistic director of Florida greatly treasured friend, whom I will sorely miss." never-ending list of dear friends and students. A pri- Repertory Theatre, "and was a truly fabulous story- , John is survived his brother, Thomas J. Bartis of vate family service will take place this week in Naples; nieces - Mary Connecticut, and a memorial service will be held and Theresa of Meriden sometime in November at the Arcade Theatre. and Fran Dioguardi of Sanibel; and nephews - See OBITUARIES, page 7

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. :•-.,;: S3 LCSO issues alert about religious ripoff "8 Submitted by CLAIRE SCHELL lated to the church scam. woman: Financial needs are at an all time high in The Lee County Sheriffs Office fraud In light of this religious ripoff, the • If a person is requesting money to pay Southwest Florida, and recovery from the line recently received a dozen calls from area Sheriffs Office reminds all residents that con a utility bill, write the check directly to the loss of jobs and foreclosures continues to churches reporting phone calls they received games are a way of life for many people. move at a slow puce. Fortunately, there are utility company and mail the check yourself. 7f from a man claiming to need money so he These unworthy individuals, go from city to • Never give money spontaneously. If services available through local outreach and © could travel north to be with his dying child. city, house to house, and religious organiza- possible, investigate the request thoroughly benevolent programs that can help people get Although many of the churches were suspi- tion to religious organization conning victims and make certain there is a need. back on their feet again. As individuals it is H cious of the caller's story and chose not to out of money. Their sob stories pull at the • If someone is requesting money for challenging to distinguish between the truly assist the man. several churches and individ- heartstrings of caring and giving folks, ulti- food, you should purchase groceries or a needy and the truly greedy, but as a commu- in uals unknowingly fell into the man's web of mately stealing from the victim and making meal from a restaurant yourself instead of nity we can and will make a difference. lies and provided him financial assistance. it difficult to get help for those who are in real handing over cash. For information on available services, With the help of the community and the need of assistance. • If donating to a needy family, it is your please contact the United Way at 2-1-1. If local media. Lee County Sheriffs Office It is only natural to want to help others; responsibility to ensure that the money is you have questions about this or if you have Economic Crimes Investigators were able to particularly in these tough economic times. used wisely. Develop a plan for donations received a call and would like to i identify the subject, who has since been Here are a few tips to keep in mind to avoid and then use the plan! It is up to you to con- report it, please contact the Fraud Hotline arrested and remains in jail on charges unre- becoming the victim of a con man or duct due diligence in each request. ' al 239-477-1242. n

Scheme From page 1 • growing a thriving retail brokerage busi- accounts where investor funds were held, Police Beat ness as he claimed. and Risher denied him access when Arrests Sanibel-Captiva Road, 2 The SEC alleges Risher and Sebastian requested. Risher was also frequently late • None reported Casa Ybel Road, 1 falsely told investors the fund earned annu- in wiring the distribution funds to al returns ranging from 14 percent to 124 Sebastian, along with his share of the per- percent by investing in public equity secu- formance fee. Following too closely rities through a broker-dealer. The pair sent Throughout the fraud, Risher and Traffic Citations Failure to obey • Causeway Road, I investors fabricated account statements Sebastian made a number of material false, traffic control device indicating such high returns to support their statements and omissions to investors about false claims. Risher's criminal history, the fund's invest- • Algiers Lane, 1 Only $2.5 million of the $22 million ment strategy, the fund's investment raised was actually invested and according returns, the safety of investors' principal to bank and brokerage statements, Risher and the existence of audited financial state- lost nearly $900,000 through his trading ments. Obituaries activity. Risher misspent investor funds on Risher misrepresented that the fund such personal purchases as jewelry, gifts was registered in Bermuda and he and and property in North Carolina and Florida. Sebastian falsely claimed the fund was From page 6 Additionally, Risher and Sebastian paid audited annually by a Bermuda auditor. Capt. Butch Cottrill themselves millions of dollars in phony Sebastian verbally told investors during Waide Allen "Butch" Cottrill, 66, of management and performance fees telephone calls and meetings that they Fort Myers, passed away on Aug. 24, "Risher, who masqueraded as a highly would never lose their principal invest- 2011 at Hospice House after a coura- successful equity trader, teamed up with ment in the fund. He even provided some geous battle with cancer. A charter boat investors with written guarantees from a Sebastian to lout sophisticated trading captain on Captiva Island for more than company he owned that would reimburse strategies they claimed would generate sub- 30 years, he operated Wave Dancer stantial profits for investors," said Eric any loss. In reality, Sebastian knew that the company had no assets to reimburse Charters. Bustillo, director of the SEC's Miami He loved boating, fishing, golden Regional Office. "Instead, Risher and investors for losses, making his guarantee meaningless. retrievers, Maine coon cats and classic Sebastian used investor's life savings and cars. He was an avid reader who often retirement nest eggs to line their own pock- The SEC charged Risher and Sebastian finished a book a day. ets." with violating the Securities Act of 1933 Though he was tough as nails, he The SEC complaint states Risher and and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. also had a soft side and took great The SEC further charged Risher with vio- Sebastian marketed the fund under the pleasure in rescuing golden retrievers names Safe Harbor Private Equity Fund, lating the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 and Sebastian with aiding and abet- and growing orchids. His best friend Managed Capital Fund and Preservation of once described him as "a puppy dog in Principal Fund. They described themselves ting Risher's violations of the Advisers Act. a porcupine suit." in fund offering documents as "two unique He was a unique individual who Butch Cottril individuals" who used their expertise to "We are currently waiting on an answer knew how to spin a story, tell a good nephews; lifelong friend Duane "create an investment vehicle that would to the claim," stated Bustillo about the next joke, and fix anything thatWike. Some Swetland of Bradenton; golden retriev- allow investors to capitalize from both bull step in SEC's proceedings. "If they don't of his happiest days were spent on the ers Cassidy and Tanner; and four and bear markets." decide to settle on monetary return of ill- water, teaching family and friends to Maine coon cats. gotten gains, this could ultimately end up at The SEC claims Sebastian often solicit- fish and enjoy the beauty of Southwest. He was preceded in death by his par- trial." ed his former clients at his prior job as an Florida. ents, John and Theima Cottrill, and his insurance broker. He primarily pitched the Bustillo further stated the SEC is seek- He is survived by his wife and soul- brother, Ron. investment opportunity -to educators, ing to have Risher and Sebastian barred mate, Cathy, of Fort Myers; brother In lieu of flowers, memorials may retirees, and members of several Florida from the securities industry. In May, Risher Jim Cottrill (Joyce), of Columbus, be made to Golden Retriever Rescue of churches, but also solicited investors in was pulled from a flight bound for Ohio; sister-in-law Betty Cottrill of • Southwest Florida, P.O. Box 110987, Bermuda and federally charged with con- California, other states and Canada. Columbus; sister-in-law Judith Naples, FL 34108. spiracy to commit mail and wire fraud, Sebastian persuaded former customers Thompson of Naples; brother-in-law A burial at sea and celebration of his to roll over money in their insurance and committing mail and wire fraud and money laundering -charges he previously served and sister-in-law Steve and Deborah life will be held on Captiva Island at a annuity products into the fraudulent fund. Studybaker of Fort Myers; numerous later date for family and close friends. He told them the fund would provide a time for between 1990 and 1996 in higher rate of return than they could receive Georgia, including violating that state's from the products he previously sold them. securities act. At least one investor liquidated an annuity Sebastian has not been charged in the Keep Sanibel she had purchased from Sebastian and Ponzi scheme by the U.S. Attorney's office invested the proceeds in the fund. at this time. "The investigation is.ongoing," beautiful... Please recycle! During the scheme, Sebastian did not stated William Daniels with the' U.S. • MORE CHOICE have access to the bank or brokerage • Attorney's office in Tampa. * BEST ENGINEERING LOWEST PRICES Totally "New Generation" www.massinginc.com |lightweight lady wigs. Easily styled.| www.handihouse.com Fully hand-knotted. Forget about 6040 LANDING VIEW RD. those hot, machine-made wigs MASSING (First Light S. of Colonial on Metro) (like.the one marked with an.X)", SHEDS & GARAGES - i ' 139-939-4122 Lily & Co. From page 1 ly acquire Christine's Jewelry By Design, located at 13550 Reflections Parkway in Fort Myers, paving the way for the business to expand to a second location. According to Bell, the decision to open a second store came about by chance. "The owners (of Christine's Jewelry By Design) came to us about two months ago," she said. "The idea to open a second store is one of those things that kinda goes through your mind... but we hadn't seriously thought about it before." Schuyler said that he and Bell CONTRIBUTED wrestled with the idea of investigat- An artists' rendering of the Fort ing the possibility of acquiring the Myers location of Lily & Co. off-island location in early July, Jewelers. going back and forth over whether it In addition to the sales floor, the would be the right opportunity for Fort Myers location will offer a cus- Volunteers needed them to pursue. tom design center with three work However, just as Bell was about to benches. While they have retained send an e-mail to the owner of master jeweler Robert Dowdy, they for International Christine's Jewelry By Design declin- have hired Leah Manziano as store ing the offer, she got a phone call manager. Manziano began her career from Schuyler. in the industry with Tiffany & Co. in "Dari said, 'We're doing it!'" she New Jersey, and more recently Coastal Cleanup recalled. "And here we are, stepping worked in the jewelry department at Submitted by DEE SERAGE-CENTURY of marine debris being found, allowing outside of the box once again." Saks Fifth Avenue at the Waterside This year, the Sanibel-Captiva Ocean Conservancy to compile, analyze Schuyler said one of the contribut- Shops in Naples. Conservation Foundation (SCCF) will and track this data year-by-year and make ing factors in their decision to open a Both Bell and Schuyler noted that coordinate the cleanup on the beaches of discoveries about the behaviors that cause second location was the relationship the opportunity to expand their busi- Sanibel and Captiva, working with the the debris. established between Christine's clien- ness would not have been possible Ocean Conservancy, Keep Lee County The final information is used to edu- tele and her staff, something Lily & without the support of the island com- Beautiful and the City of Sanibel. We cate the public, business, industry, and Co. knows is essential in business. munity. have set the date for Saturday, Sept. 17 at government officials about the problem. "We were honored that (Christine) "None of this would be possible 9 a.m. Understanding the problem is the key to felt comfortable working with us, without the relationships we've built In this international effort, hundreds of finding long-lasting solutions. because she has a reputation of treat- on Sanibel and Captiva," said Bell. thousands of people will descend on The Coastal Cleanup is a way to get ing her customers like family," he "We are so excited to be moving for- beaches, bays and rivers all over the world involved locally with an international said. "We are honored that she felt ward with this." to remove tiash and debris - on land and effort, in which thousands of individuals that way towards us, too." Schuyler, who plans to stage a under the water. Volunteers of all ages are working together to clean up their Scheduled for a "soft" opening on grand opening at the new store on the from every continent will form the largest shores - and have fun in the process. Oct. 1, Schuyler said the Fort Myers weekend following Thanksgiving, one-day volunteer event on behalf of clean Bring your bags back to SCCF and join Lily & Co. location will have all of added, "We are always going to be oceans and waterways — Ocean us for hot dogs on the porch. the same merchandise and amenities hands-on owners, here in the trenches 0. Conservancy's International Coastal Call 472-2329 for additional informa- - and customer-friendly warmth - every day... with Lily and Gracie and Cleanup. tion or just report at 9 a.m. on Sept. 1 7 to as the original store. Angel." What makes the International Coastal the SCCF Nature Center at 3333 Sanibel- "We are taking the island experi- For more information about Lily & Cleanup unique is its data collection com- Captiva Road, or Captiva Kayak at 11401 ence and bringing it over to Fort Co., visit the store at 520 Tarpon Bay ponent. Volunteers record specific types Andy Rosse Lane on Captiva. Myers," said Schuyler. "It will have Road, call 472-2888 or visit the same Lily-themed atmosphere." www.lilyjewelers.com.

Restoration From page 1 In addition to pine trees, a variety of 13 months of dedicated work at both Charley knocked out most of the other native shade trees - including sites, which fogether encompass more island's Australian pine population, re- wild tamarind, Jamaican dogwood, than seven acres, the recovery of establishing a more dense canopy was strangler figs and both cabbage and SanibeFs stock of pine flatwoods is our main goal," Evans added. "These sable palms — were planted along the encouraging. trees are essential for their nesting and trail at Pond Apple Park to provide "These trees were planted randomly, foraging habitats." shade for park visitors. In total, 487 to mimic how pines would be found The Pond Apple Park trailhead is trees were planted as a result of the naturally. They're weren't planted in located in the southwest corner of the project. rows because you don't find that in Sanibel & Gaptiva Islands Chamber of "The motivation behind this project nature," said Evans. "Once these roots Commerce parking lot, off Causeway was to establish pine flatwoods at two are established, they can grow pretty Road. A 1.6-mile loop trail takes visi- city parks, to provide critical wildlife rapidly — a couple of feet per year. tors through various habitats including habitat and to attract visitors to the Within 10 years, we're hoping to see a tropical hardwood forest, pine flat- parks," said Evans. "We also hoped to fairly dense forest here." woods, wetland forest and open water stimulate the local economy by provid- Prior to planting, several exotic and habitats where they can observe ing work for local contractors using a invasive plant species were discovered wildlife in their native habitats. Among competitive bid process. The timing for at both sites. They were treated and/or the species found there are bobcats, this was just right." removed. alligators, wading birds, migratory On Tuesday, Evans proudly showed "Now when people come here, they songbirds and bald eagles. off some of the newly planted trees, at are going to see wildlife in a very natu- The Paulsen Preserve is located on Pond Apple Park. He explained that ral setting," he added. "Good parks are the south side of Sanibel Community after Hurricane Charley passed over the critical in getting people to visit Park, off Periwinkle Way. While the island in 2004, much of the natural' Sanibel." park is accessible to the public, a for- canopy on Sanibel - including But first and foremost, improving mal walking trail has not yet been wildlife habitat critical for nesting the island's pine flatwood areas for the established. The city is currently devel- American bald eagle populations - benefit of wildlife remains the top prU oping plans to create a loop trail at the was lost. ority. preserve, which is scheduled to open in Now, thanks to the Forest Health . "Bald eagles need trees, with.a good 2012. JEFF LYSIAK and Improvement Initiative Grant and Vertical height'for'riesting/and 'after ' Three young slash, pines, planted recently at Pond Apple Park. Sanibel School News WeekofAug.29-Sept.2 Any unsold books must be returned to your may apply). Reservations are strongly rec- make a donation or sponsor the event, con- child's teacher. The sale ends Sept. 13. ommended a#»space is limited. To make a tact Patty Holston at 472,-1707. CITIZENS OF THE WEEK Questions should be directed to Kim LaBar reservation, call The 'Tween Waters Inn at During the school year students in kinder- at 472-3586 or [email protected]. 472-5161. Please contact Paige Babcock at SNACK SHACK c garten and first grade are recognized for 579-0015 if you have additional questions. The PTA needs volunteers for the Snack K being good citizens (good behavior, helpful SCIENCE & INVENTOR FAIRS Shack, specifically Middle School parents. It attitude, and an eagerness to learn) at school. Attention Scientists and Inventors! Now THE SANIBEL "PROM" is also a great opportunity for middle school H The following students are citizens of the is your chance to participate in a wonderful (AGE 21 AND OLDER) students to'work and earn their community week for the first week of school: Benjamin opportunity to expand your scientific skills The Sanibel School PTA and the Sanibel service hours. The proceeds from the snack Lejeune, Lindsay Rizzo, Amanda Frantz and and possibly win prizes and scholarships. Community Association are hosting a Prom! shack directly contribute to each middle I Zane Stoneman. Any middle school student interested in par- The Sanibel Prom is a fund-raiser that will school grade and your help is needed! E-mail ticipating in Science Fair or Inventor's Fair support The Arts at the Sanibel School. All [email protected] for more informa- 03 NO SCHOOL should meet in Mrs. Sanner's room from adults (21 and older) in the community, are tion. There will be no school on Monday, Sept. 2:15 to 3 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 2 for an ini- invited. The event will be held at the Sanibel 5 in observance of Labor Day. We will see tial meeting. There is more information on Community House, 2173 Periwinkle Way, SCHOOL ADVISORY everyone back to school on Tuesday, Sept. 6. Mrs. Sanner's Share-Point homework site: from 7:30 to 11 -.30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 8. COUNCIL (SAC) http://schoolsites.leeschools.net/sbl/danalsAl Partygoers are welcome to bring a date or go ' The School Advisory Council's puipose I SEA DRAGON SPORTS efault.aspx. solo. Dress is Retro Prom Formal, formal or is to advise the principal regarding school The 2011 Sanibel Middle School Sports "Sanibel formal." Tiaras and crowns option- matters. The committee is also responsible season is off to a big start. After school prac- PTA CRAB RACES al! for developing the annual school improve- tices have started for soccer and volleyball. AT 'TWEEN WATERS INN Tickets are $25 and. include DJ, hors ment plan. The council is composed of par- Practices are held Tuesdays and Thursdays Mark your calendars and join us for some d'oeuvres, dessert and games. Adult bever- ents, teachers, administrators, as well as busi- from 2; 15 to 4 p.m. good old family fun! The PTA will be host- ages will be available. Tickets can be pur- ness and community representatives. The list ing a crab race at 'Tween Waters Inn on chased in advance at the Community House of this year's members may be found in The PE FUND-RAISER Monday, Sept. 12 from 5 to 8 p.m. Dinner or at the door. Please dig up and e-mail your Sanibel School Calendar Handbook. The SAC meetings for the year are scheduled on I" A coupon book was sent home with each and the selection of crabs will start at 5 p.m. prom pictures or high school pictures for a IB student on Friday. Proceeds from this fund- The race will start at 6 p.m. A donation of $5 slideshow! Photos can be sent to thesanibel- Wednesdays in the conference room on the s raiser are used to purchase PE equipment per racing crab is appreciated. All donations [email protected]. Thank you to Cip's following dates: Sept. 28, Oct. 26, » such as pogo sticks, scooters and a parachute, will go directly to the PTA for school Place, Sweet Melissa's, Holy Smoke BBQ, November and December there are no SAC Please return the envelope/order form with enhancements. Winning crabs will receive Catering by Leslie Adams and Gator Bites meetings, Jan. 25, Feb. 22, March 28, April payments ($20 per book) and your child will prizes from 'Tween Waters Inn. Also, inter- for donating hors d'oeuvres as well as 25 and May 23. All meetings begin at 2:30 1 bring home any additional books purchased. mission will include a giveaway for a two - 'Tween Waters Inn and Sanibel Cake p.m. Parents and staff are welcome to attend. a If you sell five books you get a free book. night stay at 'Tween Waters Inn (restrictions Company for desserts. If you would like to

Training From page 1 aid and CPR-AED certification courses, learned what apparel they should be prepared to wear if activated following a disaster, what personal preparations they must make and the essential functions for each member of the response teams. Prior to the final session, City Manager Judie Zimomra and Chief of Police Bill Tomlinson spoke briefly with the trainees, each emphasizing the importance of working cooperatively with other emergency respon- ded and being prepared at a moment's notice. "Damage assessment is a much more important component to emergency response for FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) now," Zimomra explained. "We just can't do what we did after Hurricane Charley." . JEFF LYSIAK Zimomra also stressed the importance of Trainees entered important emergency details onto private citizens working in tandem with city remote information-gathering devices, like this Panasonic Toughbook, purchased by the city after Computer Support Specialist Brad Gloer assists SSI employees, whose job duties are often reas- trainees during last week's seminar. signed to higher priority tasks following a Hurricane Charley. disaster. ultimate goal is to get our residents and busi- Emergency calls to action include not nesses back to their homes and offices as only hurricanes but tornadoes - which are safely and quickly as possible where they can often triggered by tropical storm activity - begin the task of recovery." Sanibel's City flooding and wildfires. While Law estimated that about 60 city Manager Judie "You're gonna have to be on your 'A' employees and island residents took part in Zimomra, cen- game," she added. "And mentally, you have this year's SSI training sessions, only a per- ter, speaks to a to be ready to go at a moment's notice." centage of that group will become official group of SSI inspectors. He would like to see additional trainees. Also Tomlinson also informed the group that pictured is during emergency preparations and response, people sign up for future training because, as he put it, "You can never have enough hands Chief of Police all requests for information by the media Bill Tomlinson, should be cleared through his office. when an emergency happens." left. "Your primary objective and goal is to get Applicants successfully completing the the work done that needs to be done for the training, certification, physical and drug city," he said. screen will be reimbursed $25 per hour for Among the trainees taking part in last the time involved, not to exceed eight hours. week's SSI seminars were several city Upon activation in the event of a disaster, the Among the specialties or skills partici- AED. A physical examination, drug test employees, including Crystal Mansell, exec- rate of pay will be $50 per hour. pants should possess, but are not limited to, and background check will also be utive assistant to the City Manager, and Dave Law suggested that a basic knowledge of include: 'required at no cost to the selected person- DeFonzo, youth program coordinator for the building construction is essential. Applicants • Electrical nel. Recreation Department, as well as Michael should be in excellent physical condition as • Plumbing Interested parties should forward their Valiquette, chairman of. the Planning actual work will require extensive walking • Carpentry resume to Harold Law, Building Official, Commission. under potentially arduous conditions in a hot • Masonry and/or concrete work City of Sanibel, 800 Dunlop Road, "The importance of disaster readiness and and humid climate. They must also be able to Selected personnel will be required to Sanibel, FL 33957. For additional infor- preparedness on a barrier island community respond immediately upon call and write complete approximately six hours of field mation about the SSI program, call 472- cannot be "averstateoV5 ^aid' Klfwsefl? flOfif reports of damage assessed. • training, to inehid'e' first a\d 'and'C-PR-- ;4555 ;•' ' •''•" -' "" .".VV-" •"•""* *YVW * Ocean Commotion to entertai- n seafood lovers of all ages Submitted by MARY SHARP music, games, educational booths, guest ment issues that affect the health of fisheries in a way that A passionate educator with a love for speakers and a variety of food options. is fun and enjoyable for the whole family," Jester said. "I marine biology, -Rozalind Jesler has Many of the games and activities, like free want to teach people how to identify which types of delivered Southwest Florida's latest face painting, are sponsored by. Edison seafood are the best to choose when at a restaurant or .22 can't rtliss event - Ocean Commotion. State's Office of Student Life and Phi market; ones that are fished or farmed in environmental- 3 The Saturday, Sept. 10 festival is Theta Kappa. ly friendly ways." designed to celebrate the local seafood Educational booths range from live Jester earned her doctorate in Ocean Science from the industry and stimulate .the economy marine "touch tanks" from the University of California, Santa Cruz. The focus of her through heightened awareness. The Imaginarium to the U.S. Coast Guard doctoral research was on the food-web ecology of toxic 3 second installment, hosted by Edison' Auxiliary's remote control- boat algae, specifically the organisms responsible for State College, is free to the public and Coastie, which displays safe boating Paralytic Shellfish Poisoning along the west coast of H promises a fun environment the entire practices, and displays on sustainable North America and elsewhere. family will enjoy from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the terrace at aquaculture. The event also features a raffle to win a two- Among the activities at Ocean Commotion will be Taeni Hall (Building S, Edison State College, 8099 night stay at the Outrigger Beach Resort on Fort Myers exhibits emphasizing the best practices to protect marine 4» College Parkway) in Fort Myers. Beach, sponsored by Lee County Seafood Savvy animals and vital habitats from groups like Ostego Bay "My vision is to see it grow into an annual event that Coalition. Foundation, Keep Lee County Beautiful, Turtle Time, inspires our community to make healthy, sustainable The Timbers Restaurant and Fish Market on Sanibel Inc. and Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation. choices, both for themselves and our ocean," said Jester, also will be preparing samples of Mote's sustainable For more information about Ocean Commotion, con- an Oceanography professor at Edison State. farmed sturgeon. tact Dr. Roz Jester at 239-489-9428 or rjester@edi- Ocean Commotion offers something for all with "My hope is to bring awareness to marine environ- son.edu. Alliance announces call to artists Prominent locals ready to serve at Shell Museum's for 'Refuse Repurposed' exhibit 'Celebrity Island Dinner' Submitted by CHELSEA BIRCZAK Special to the REPORTER Calling all artists! The Lee County The Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum and Alliance for the Arts is offering artists Traders Restaurant will sponsor a "Celebrity an opportunity to create and show new Island Dinner" on Monday, Oct. 3 at Traders, artwork out of trash. located at 1551 Periwinkle Way on Sanibel. The Alliance is looking for artists Seating will be offered from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. who can take thrown away or rejected Tickets are $45 per person, and all proceeds will matter and adapt it for a different pur- benefit The Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum. pose. "Refuse Repurposed" will be This annual event guarantees to put the "fun" exhibiting Oct. 7 through Nov. 9, with into fund-raiser! the opening reception on Oct. 7 from 5 The impressive list of celebrity servers includes to 7:30 p.m.. Craig Albert, Ric Base, Karen Bell, Mark Blust, I The full artist prospectus for "Refuse Terry Igo, Friedrich Jaeger, Anne Joffe, Richard Johnson, Leoma Lovegrove, Tim Murty, Sandra u Repurposed" is now available online at www.ArtInLe,e.org or at the Alliance. Stilwell, Mike Valiquette and Bob Walsh. What Artists are encouraged to start creat- some people will do to ensure a good tip is noth- ing new artwork out of trash, found ing short of amazing! objects and recycled items. Only'origi- .A dazzling piece of jewelry donated by Lily & nal artwork will be accepted. Entries Co. will be raffled off, and a sensational selection wilJ be judged on quality of work and of Chinese auction items will be available for bid- relevance to theme. Categories include ding. sculpture, painting (including oil, Joe Archambault has designed a delicious menu acrylic, collage, watercolor, and mixed including a choice of a specially selected soup or media), photography, prints and draw- In addition to being an exhibiting creative mind by asking participating salad, one of four entrees-and dessert. Bruce ings. Prize money for Best in Show is artist working in assemblage, she is also artists to build from discarded Akioka is "providing tropical entertainment for the $100, second place is $75 and third a professional graphic designer. objects and found materials a new event. place is $50. Sturdivant has served as Curator-At- visual declaration." Reservations are required for "Celebrity Island Judging "Refuse Repurposed" is Large for area galleries Space39- and Pick up an artist prospectus at the Dinner." Please e-mail Amanda Stirn at,' Anica Sturdivant, Interim Director for BIG Arts and as Awards Judge for the Alliance for the Arts, located at 10091 [email protected] or call her at 395-2233 the galleries of Florida Gulf Coast Sanibel Arts'& Crafts Festival and Fort McGregor Boulevard, or online at to place your reservation. University in Fort Myers. Her back- Myers ArtsFest. www.ArtInLee.org. For more informa- ground is in studio ait, art history, and Sturdivant believes the "exhibi- tion, call 239-939-2787. theatre arts. tion will underscore the value of the Alzheimer's caregivers meeting to be held Sept. 28 The Alvin A. Dubin Alzheimer's Resource Center offers monthly support group meetings for caregivers Pig roast fund-raiser will be held at throughout Lee County and neighboring areas. On Wednesday, Sept. 28, a meeting will be held at Sanibel Congregational United Church of Christ, The Pink Shell Resort on Sept. 11 located at 2050 Periwinkle Way, beginning at 1:30 Submitted by JODY VAN COONEY title cf "people's favorite." A full buffet to accompany p.m. Call 437-3007 for additional information. Who can't resist a pig roast? The public is invited to the roast pigs will be provided by The Pink Shell, Sysco The caregivers support group meetings include an participate in the American Culinary Federation's pig Foods, Cheney Brothers, US Foods and Happy Foods. opportunity for caregivers to meet others who are fac- roast competition on Sunday, Sept. 11 at the Coconuts Entertainment will be provided during the event and ing similar challenges and to learn more about Pool Deck at The Pink Shell Resort, located on Fort The Pink Shell is offering a special guest rate for those Alzheimer's disease and effective coping strategies. Myers Beach. The event, to be held from 3 to 6 p.m., who wish to make a weekend of the event. For more information about the Alvin A. Dubin will benefit^the Harry Chapin Food Bank. Additional information may be obtained by contact- Alzheimer's Resource Center, located at 10051 The cost per person is $10. Additional donations, ing Chef Craig Panneton by phone at 239-463-8613 or McGregor Blvd. Suite 101 in Fort Myers, visit including non-perishable food, will also be accepted. via e-mail at [email protected]. www.alzheimersswfl.org. A minimum of five teams will be competing for. the . i .Source: Alvin A. Dubin Alzheimer!s Resource Center I1' •'*'» i -\\U .5-1 HI "i KP.'\'':t t'~ • ;• i I "0 island BUSINESS T Report your news to CAPTIVASANIBEL.COM I ft o New York Post spotlights II Tesoro's opening By JEFF LYSIAK mentioned before Bobby Flay and Todd j ly siak@breezenewspapers .com English?" Black asked. "I say, New York's a V! According to Monday's, edition of the beloved son is back!" New York Post, 'The Upper East Side will Black, whose artist wife Jolie painted the discover treasure next month, when II Tesoro restaurant's frescoes, continued, "It's not the •3 Ristorante & Bar opens at 1578 First first time we have been mentioned in the I Avenue." New York Post or the New York Times,-but The article highlights the latest culinary it feels very welcoming with a lot of expecta- venture by owner and chef AJ Black, who tions - especially mentioning our island owns both II Tesoro Ristorante and Dolce home restaurants on Sanibel. (It's a) great Chef AJ Black displays Tesoro on Sanibel. The new Manhattan chance for people to know about our great some of the sweet treats restaurant, styled to resemble a pl

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3 Traditions on the Beach wins ft Best of Southwest Florida Award T3 85 Special to the REPORTER of fresh Italian and Mediterranean style Traditions on the Beach, a beach- cuisine created by Chef Aziz, a warm front casual dining restaurant, bar and welcome, nightly live entertainment lounge on Sanibel, has won the highly and impeccable service; all provided acclaimed award for "Best Casual Fine within Tradition's beautiful Gulf front Dining" in Southwest Florida. surroundings. The restaurant has been receiving "We are extremely proud of this high praise from diners and critics award, as we have only been open since RESTAURANT since it opened its doors last December. last December," Mucciga added. "I Traditions on the Beach was the only would like to express my deepest grati- restaurant on Sanibel and Captiva to tude to all of our guests and Joyal cus- receive a Best of Southwest Florida tomers, particularly those who voted Award this year. for us." "We're thrilled that in our first year Mucciga, host of Traditions on the at our beautiful new beachfront loca- Beach, won Best of Southwest Florida tion, we've won this prestigious six years in a row for his previous award," says Andrea Mucciga, owner restaurants, Dolce Vita and Riviera. and host of Traditions on the Beach. This will be his seventh year on Sanibel According to the voters, Andrea and wining the "Best of Southwest Florida CONTRIBUTED his team have a winning combination Award." Pictured with the Best of Southwest Florida Award are Andrea Mucciga and his wife, Sheila. Sanibel Air donates A/C services to benefit Informational meetings Ronald McDonald House Charities of SWFL at Shell Point planned

Special to the REPORTER The Ronald McDonald House support such valuable organiza- Submitted by JESSICA CLARK Sanibel Air Conditioning con- provides a home-away-from-home tions in our community." Residents of Southwest Florida who would like tinues its commitment'of support- for families^of seriously ill chil- For more than 20 years, the to learn about resort style retirement options and ing members in its own communi- dren undergoing medical treat- Hayes family had been installing, lifecare, are invited to attend one of several infor- ment. For more information about mational meetings at Shell Point Retirement c ty by donating $1,400 worth of air maintaining and upgrading air conditioning services to the the tournament, please visit conditioning systems exclusively Community. One of Shell Point's experienced a Seventh Annual McFlat's www.mcflatsinvitational.com/ on Sanibel and Captiva. What retirement counselors will explain the numerous benefits received when becoming a resident at T3 Invitational Fishing Tournament, Sanibel Air's managing partner began with a single employee, Dan scheduled to take place on Sept. 2 Todd Hayes and his wife, Jennifer, Hayes, who retired and sold the Shell Point. and 3. have actively supported the charity business to his sons Bryan and The informational meetings will be held at 10 The tournament raises money for years. Todd in 2006, has since grown to a.m. on the following dates in the main Commons for the Ronald McDonald House "We are grateful to once again a staff of 18. located in The Woodlands neighborhood at Shell Charities of SWFL and, of course, have the opportunity to sponsor What has not changed, howev- Point: gives fishing buffs an opportunity this event and to make this contri- er, is Dan Hayes' vision: "To pro- • Sept. 7, 13,21 and 27 to-compete for a $7,500 grand bution to a great cause," said Todd vide our customers with quality, • Oct: 11 and 1 8 prize. Hayes. "It's great to be able to reliable service when you need it, • Nov. 2, 8, 16 and 29 and remembering our cus- • Dec. 7, 13 and 21 tomer's names." A brief presentation will be given on the bene- The mission of Ronald fits of lifecare at Shell Point during the casually- McDonald House structured meeting, where guests will learn about Charities (RMHC) is to the numerous retirement options available at Shell create, find and support Point. Included in the visit is a tour of all three programs that directly neighborhoods: The Island, The Woodlands, and improve the health and Eagles Preserve, as well as information on the wefl being of children. many amenities that are available to residents at The Ronald McDonald Shell Point. • . j POOL SERVICE House of Southwest Admission to these informative sessions is free; Florida is a home-away- however, seating is limited, so reservations are from-home for families of required and may be made by calling Maureen seriously ill children Thomson at 239-466-1131 or 1-800-780-1131. undergoing medical treat- To learn more about Shell Point, visit us at ment. They help loved www.shellpoint.org. Pool Servic ones remain together as a family in an environment of comfort, compassion, Professional. Weekly Service strength and support. 'ast, Expert Equipment Repair & Replacement For more information Keep about Sanibel Air Specializing in GulfSlream Pool Heaters Conditioning, located at Sanibel 1213 Periwinkle Way, beautiful... Suite A on Sanibel, visit www.sanibelair.com. Please recycle! a PRESERVING PARADISE OS Florida's black bear: A conservation success story Submitted by KATHY BARCO Commission when FWC staff presented Chairman, Florida Fish & their recommendations on the bear and ft Wildlife Conservation Commission 60 other threatened species. As my col- This is my first column as Chairman league and former Chairman Rodney of the Florida Fish & Wildlife Barreto said, it was "a time to celebrate © Conservation Commission (FWC). I am our success." We have more bears in honored and, frankly, humbled by the Florida now than we have had in the support of my fellow commissioners, past seven decades, and the bear is well our stakeholders and the Floridians this on its way to being removed from the Commission works with every day. I threatened species list. thought it appropriate to start my con- 3 Our work to manage Florida's black s versation with you by sharing our suc- bear is a continuing process. A team of cess story of the FWC's threatened FWC staff has been working diligently species rule for Florida black bears. with stakeholder groups to create a In the early 1970s, Florida black management plan for bears. We will be bears dropped to their lowest numbers seeking public feedback on the plan 9 on record; estimates were as few as this fall, and a revised plan is expected 300 bears statewide. Our predecessor to be brought to the February 2012 i agency, the Florida Game and Fresh Commission meeting. 1 look forward to 3 Water Fish Commission, stepped in and reviewing the plan. selected the Florida black bear as one The bear's success is an example of of the first listed threatened species in CONTRIBUTED what our threatened species rule is 1974, adding more protection to bears A Florida black bear, like the one pictured here, was sighted on Sanibel designed to do: identify species that need and their habitat. this summer. our attention, ac( to conserve the species, But adding bears to a list alone does Formal education programs like The In fall 2010, the FWC led a team of and bring them back so that they will not recover a species. The FWC and its Florida Black Bear Curriculum Guide experts to review all the data available on never be at risk of extinction again. partners identify important wildlife brings bear issues directly into the Florida black bears to see if bears met the The FWC is known for seeking input habitats and work with private schools, and informal efforts occur criteria to be- considered at high risk of from all points of view, and 1 hope my landowners to keep those lands in con- through FWC staff time spent engaging extinction. The team found that the bear series of monthly columns provides the servation, whether through easements the public at festivals and community no longer met those criteria, and five addi- spark to begin or continue conversa- and agreements through our Landowner events. The FWC passed a rule that tional external species experts reviewed tions concerning events and issues fac- Assistance Program, or purchases made feeding bears illegal, allowing us the report and agreed with the team's rec- ing Florida conservationists. If you a through programs like Florida Forever. to focus on the core cause of human- ommendation to remove it from the aren't doing it now, please consider Statewide educational efforts teach bear conflicts. All of those efforts have threatened species list. following us on Twitter (@MyFWC thousands of people each year about allowed us fo bring the bear back to This June, I was proud to preside for and @MyFWCllfe) and "liking" us on bears and how to avoid conflicts. about 3,000 animals today. the first time as Chairman of the Facebook at Facebook.com/MyFWC.

Morning Meander at Lakes Park Sea turtle nesting statistics Submitted by GAYLE SHEETS Here is where the islands stand with sea turtle activity as of Friday, as well as A free nature walk with a Bird Patrol the previous two years for comparison. Guide, provided in cooperation with Lee County Parks and Recreation, will take As of August 28, 2011: place this Saturday, Sept. 3 at Lakes • Sanibel East - 35 nests, 84 false crawls, J 9 hatches Regional Park in Fort Myers. • Sanibel West - 239 nests, 361 false crawls, 120 hatches This easy walk along clear paths offers • Captiva - 76 nests, 54 false crawls, 47 hatches an opportunity to see birds in native vege- tation with experienced Bird Patrol As of August 26, 2010: Guides pointing out the many species in • Sanibel East - 20 nests, 65 false crawls, 5 hatches Lakes Park, a Lee County birding hot spot • .Sanibel West - 140 nests, 247 false crawls, 67 hatches and crucial nesting area for many birds. • Captiva - 64 nests, 117 false crawls, 34 hatches Participants are requested to please . • > fAf arrive a few minutes after 8 a.m. for a \AL^' As of August 26, 2009: brief introduction and to sign waivers. -*«| • Sanibel East - 27 nests, 57 false crawls, 17 hatches Tours start promptly at 8:30. Please wear • Sanibel West - 155 nests, 177 false crawls, 111 hatches comfortable shoes and dress to be outside. • Captiva : 80 nests, 67 false crawls, 55 hatches Bring water, sunscreen and binoculars. Parking is $1 per hour or $5 for the jA Source: SCCF day. ^1 R. v l/r Lakes Regional Park is located at 7330 JM Gladiolus Drive. Please meet at Shelter A7. Enter Lakes Park gate from Gladiolus Drive. Turn right, drive to the end of road, and continue through the parking lot. Shelter A7 is located near the Train ^ ;.A '' ^Ji Station. ^| For more information, call 239-533- ^^ 7580 or 239-533-7576. More details can be found' at www.birdpatrol.org. : 4 » -t ••-••--.-••'• 0) PRESERVING PARADISE I Free gardening classes starting in I September at Alliance for the Arts Submitted by MIKE K1NIRY our area with the help of expert fanners and common procedures and techniques for the g The GreenMarket at the Alliance for-the gardeners. organic gardener. Don't miss this excellent 3 .Arts in Fort Myers will be offering a new Free classes include: opportunity to hear what a true, local farming 'o series of free gardening classes during the • "Starting your kitchen garden" on pioneer has to say. month of September, just in time for fall Saturday, Sept. 10 at 10 a.m. - IFAS mas- • "A farm in your yard... or your bal- 9 planting season. ter gardener and Holton Eco Preserve man- cony" on Saturday, Sept. 24 at 10 a.m. — The GreenMarket supports a more sus- ager, Millisa Bell "(known as The Unruly Santiago De Choch, owner of the edible gar- tainable lifestyle in Southwest Florida by Gardener) will present a crash course oh dens company Green Coaches, and the encouraging people to grow their own food. growing food at home. Learn the basics Alliance's GreenMarket manager will guide It's also a hub for everything 'locally grown, about soil, raised beds and containers, crops visitors through what's required to grow food caught and cultivated', with vendors offering that will and will not grow here, how to ori- without a lot of space. Learn about historic fresh local produce, breads, seafood, organic ent the garden, and much more. Her work- kitchen crops of South Florida, the best sprouts, tropical fruit,- free range eggs, honey, shop will be followed by a Q&A and distri- plants for good yields in small spaces, gardening supplies and much more. bution of University of Florida informative mulching and composting tips, keeping If you'd like to support local growers, publications. chickens in the yard and real-life examples of look no further than the GreenMarket on • "Growing food organically" on self-sustainability. I Saturday mornings. Take a stroll under the Saturday, Sept. 17 at 10 a.m. - Local More information is available at mango trees, enjoy live music and free Wi- organic fanner (and legend) Frank Oakes, www.AiiInLee.org or you can call 239-939- 1 Fi, sample local delicacies prepared by area owner of Food & Thought in Naples will dis- 2787. chefs and in September take advantage of cuss what it took to start his farm, and what The Alliance for the Arts is located at , C8 these great opportunities to become savvier he's learned along the way about growing 10091 McGregor Boulevard, just south of about growing fruits, herbs and vegetables in organic vs. non-organic produce, as well as Colonial Boulevard, in Fort Myers. a 8 Florida Yards & Neighborhoods Bonsai Society meeting offers introductory class Submitted by proper mulching, and tech- features help for exhibits CLAUDIA SILVEiRA niques to obtain a beautiful and CD Submitted by JODY VAN COONEY meeting is held at the Support Personnel Join us at a Florida Yards healthy yard will be discussed. Bonsai enthusiasts are invited to Association of Lee County (SPALC) and Neighborhoods' introduc- The clas's will be held on attend the monthly meeting of the Building at 6281 Metro Plantation Road tory class and learn the nine Saturday, Sept. 17 from 9 Bonsai Society of Southwest Florida, in Fort Myers. There is no charge- for principles that guide Florida- a.m. to noon at the Eco- T3 Inc. on Saturday, Sept. 17. attending and parking is free. friendly landscaping in Lee Living Center at Rutenberg 03 The program will feature members Bonsai is a horticultural art of grow- County. Park, 6490 South Pointe Phil Kreig and Martha Goff instructing ing trees in pots. It had its origins in Taught by Lee County Blvd. in Fort Myers. Cost to on how to prepare a tree for exhibit and China and Japan. More details about Extension Master Gardeners, attend is $8 per household. how to set up a bonsai exhibit. This, is in bonsai and the association will be avail- each principle is explored in To register in advance, visit preparation for the upcoming annual able at the meeting. class, so you can apply what http://lee.ifas.ufl.edu and scroll show on Oct. 1 and 2. Additional information about the you learn to your own yard. Plant selec- down and click on icon WebTRAC. For The public is invited to attend the event may be obtained by calling Greg tion and placement, efficient irrigation, more information, call 239-533-7514". meeting, which begins at 9 a.m. The Lignelli at 239-560-3275. Locals get discounts at Tarpon Rain Barrel Workshop Bay Explorers this month Throughout the month of September, TarponjBay Explorers will extend a 25 per- to be held in October cent discount to all residents of Lee, Submitted by CLAUDIA SILVEtRA Charlotte and Collier County on all rentals. Join us at a Florida Yards and This includes kayaks, canoes, fishing Neighborhoods Rain Barrel Workshop canoes, pontoon boats and bicycles. Please and learn how rain barrels can collect being your ID to verify residency. water from your roof. Only a quarter-inch Paddle through the mangroves of of rain on a typical roof will create over Commodore Creek, fish the tranquil waters 600 gallons of water. Our 55-gallon recy- of Tarpon Bay, or bicycle through the J.N. cled barrels will be transformed into a rain "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge. barrel during the class that you can take These savings will more than offset the home. bridge toll. Benefits include conserving water, pre- We're open seven days a week 8 am to venting storm water run-off and saving 6 p.m. Reservations are required for motor money. equipment tentals. Please visit our website The workshop will be held on You must register in advance to attend at www.tarponbayexplorers.com or call Saturday, Oct. 29 from 9 to 11 a.m. at the the class and to reserve your barrel. Visit 472-8900 for more information. Rutenberg Eco Living Center, 6940 http://lee.ifas.ufl.edu and scroll down and South Pointe Blvd. in Fort Myers. Cost to click on icon WebTRAC. For more infor- Source: TBE attend is $45.per rain barrel. mation, call 239-533-7514. y-'.v-'.y/-; ••»• t >• island T ISLAND LIVING Report your news to CAPTIVASAN1BEL.COM B Week of Thursday, September 1, 2011 Islander notches another round better than his age

By JEFF LYSIAK jlysiakf^breezenewspapers.com While most people on the island know Paul Gaeta through his many successful business ventures over the past three decades, which includes operating The Sanibel Steakhouse, The Jacaranda and McT's Shrimp House & Tavern, others might have had no idea that the recently retired 76-year-old was such a great golfer. Last week, Gaeta again defied the odds and shot a round of 73, an incredible three strokes better than his age. According to the former restauranteur, it's really not such a big deal. "I've been shooting better than my age for a couple of years now," Gaeta said on Monday. "In fact, I've done it better than a dozen times this year alone." But according to Matt Oakley, head golf professional at The Dunes, "This accomplishment is statistically much less likely than a hole-in-one!" Not surprisingly, Gaeta has done that, too. Not once... but nine times! "I've shot four holes-in-one here at The Dunes... twice on hole 9, once on hole 2 and once on hole 11," Gaeta noted nonchalantly. However, becoming an excellent golfer took marry years to achieve. At age 24, Gaeta became interested in the sport through his brother-in- law, who at the time was the mayor of Rutland, Vt. "I thought it was a stu- pid game," Gaeta recalled. "But he took me put on the practice I range... I.think I whiffed at a few." By the time he had completed the 16th hole, • he counted his score at 123 strokes. "1 stopped counting at that point," he said. "But I also remember thinking, 'I'm gonna like this game.'" After taking a few les- sons, the following sum- mer Gaeta joined Andover Country Club in Massachusetts and began taking a serious interest in Longtime Sanibel resident Paul golf. By the end of his Ga©ta< known for his string of suc- first season, he was cessful restaurants throughout shooting in the low 80s. Southwest Florida, took up golfing at age 24. Now 76, he practices or plays the game every day. See ISLANDER, Paul Gaeta prepares to tee off. page 12B WHAT'S INSIDE Southwest Florida Symphony Orchestra's concert series coming back to Shell Point Submitted by JESSICA CLARK The Southwest Florida Symphony will visit Shell Point Retirement Community once again, offering three concerts as part of the Fifth Annual Southwest Florida Symphony Concert Series hosted by the community. "Southwest Florida residents have clearly shown a strong love and support for symphony music with the number of performances that the Southwest Florida Symphony offers," said Dawn Boren, Shell Point's director of resident life. "The residents of Shell Point thoroughly enjoy having some of the concerts taking place here on our property so that they can Island enjoy the concerts close to home. It is just one of the many Faces ways we try to make sure that all our residents have the opportunity to enjoy a variety of performances and presenta- PTA Family tions here." According to Boren, two of the symphony's concert per- CONTRIBUTED Potluck formances can be purchased as a package deal for $32. Those The Southwest Florida Symphony Orchestra Dinner/2B returns to Shell Point for three performances — on Nov. 7 and Dec. 19, 2011 as wel! as March 23, See SERIES, page 14B 2012 — as part of their annual concert series. ISLAND FACES PTA

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Musical Theater . Camp 6-22 13-14 11-18 BIG Arts' Herb Strauss Musical Theater See Red Sox vs. Rays Spreadsheet class Captiva Triathlon Camp offers an .ifterschool training experi- Cape Coral Parks & Recreation is sponsor- A computer class called "What is a The inaugural Captiva Triathlon will be ence in the art of musical theater performance ing a trip to see the Boston Red Sox at Tampa spreadsheet?" is being offered at the held at South Seas Island Resort on Sept. as well as a glimpse into the technical aspects Bay Rays game-on Sept. 10. Bus leaves Cetiter4Life (2401 Library Way) on Sept. 17 and 18. There will be twe kids races on of mounting a musical. Camp runs Sept. 6 to Yacht Club Community Park at 3:30 p.m. for 13 and 14. A pair of two-hour sessions Saturday (one for ages 6-9 and another for 22, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:15 to 5:45 the 7:05 p.m. game, returning around mid- will be taught from 1 to 3 p.m. Instruction ages 10-13) and an adult race on Sunday, p.m., with two additional dates on a Saturday night. Cost is $59 per person, including is for Microsoft Works or Excel. Cost is which includes a quarter-mile swim, 10- afternoon. For more information, visit transportation, game ticket, snacks on the $60 for members; $90 for non-members. mile bike ride and 3.1-mile" run. Visit www.BIGARTS.org or call 395-0900. bus and more. Call 239-574-0806 for details. For more details, call 472-5743. www.gearedup.biz for details. SEPT. OCT. OCT. 19 13 PTA Crab Races Ciay art classes Juror's Talk at BIG Arts Calusa Blueway Paddling Festival The Sanibel School's PTA will host Crab The Sanibel Recreation Center will host A Juror's Talk with Barbara Hill, founder Participants are sought for the Calusa Races at 'Tween Waters Inn (15951 a semester of free-form clay art classes, of Hill Fine Art Consulting, will take Blueway Paddling Festival, to be held Nov. Captiva Drive on Captiva) on Sept. 19 beginning on Oct. 13 and running for 10 place at BIG Arts' Phillips Gallery on 3-6 on the Sanibel Causeway. The event is from 5 to 8 p.m. For more information, weeks every Wednesday, for artfsts in Oct. 28 at 5 p.m. An artist's reception and open to kayakers, outriggers and stand-up call 472-5161. fourth grade and older. Instruction will awards presentation for the Biennial paddlers. Entry fees for the Calusa Classic be by Andi McCarter. Cost is $200 per Sculpture exhibit will follow. For more are $70 per racer or $200 per OC-6 team. person, which includes all materials and information, visit www.bigarts.org or : Entry .in the Calusa Dash is $45 per racer. supplies." To-register, cair472 0345." •' call 395-0900. Visit www.CalusaClassic.com for details. 2? island 8 REPORTER CALENDAR Report your news to CAPTIVASANIBEL.COM

O- ooooooooooooooooooooooo-ooooo o Tarpon Bay Explorers offer Eco-Tours at 'Ding9 Darling o On Stage The Herb Strauss Schoolhouse Theater Kayak Tours - Kayak with a naturalist through the mangrove forest along the o Commodore Creek water trail. Learn about the rich back-bay ecosystem and the 2200 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel o wildlife that lives there. Or, join us as the sun goes down on a paddle to the Rookery Phone: 472-6862 • Web: www.theschoolhousetheater.com Islands. Be there as hundreds of birds - egrets, herons, ibis, cormorants, and pel- o "Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?" Running Oct. 27 to Nov. 5 icans - come in to roost for the night. Witness the sunset that Sanibel is famous o "A Couple of Blaguards" Running Nov. 15 to Nov. 26 for. o "Winter Wonderettes" Running Dec. 16 to Dec. 31 Nature Cruises - Enjoy a relaxing cruise aboard our quiet, environmentally "Dirty Rotten Scoundrels" Running Jan. 13 to Feb. 11 friendly, covered pontoon boat. We'll observe the amazing rookery islands and the o "Das Barbecii" Running Feb. 17 to March 17 • hundreds of birds that call them home. Learn about the mangrove estuary and the o "Over The Tavern" Running March 23 to April 21 Ding Darling refuge while looking for dolphins and manatees. You'll also enjoy a o. Murder Mystery Dinner Train Seminole Gulf Railway Dinner Train Theater . visit to the Touch Tank for an up-close look at some of the bay's marine life. o Colonial Boulevard and Metro Parkway, Fort Myers. Phone: 239-275-8487 Breakfast, Daytime and Evening Cruises available. Deadly Swindle: Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday. Refuge Tram Tour — Our experienced naturalists can help you spot wildlife & Till Murder Do Us Part: Friday and Saturday. most visitors would never see. As the road meanders past tidal mudflats and man- o Synopsis: The murder mysteries are playing on the Seminole Gulf Railway din- O grove forests, you'll spot roseate spoonbills, white ibis, herons, egrets, pelicans, o ner train, which departs Colonial Station, off Colonial Blvd. and Metro Pkwy. o osprey, and other colorful birds feeding, resting and preening. You'll also hear fas- o Train departs 5:30 p.m-. Sundays and 6:30 p.m. other days cinating tales of the Calusa Indians and the early days of Sanibel and south Florida. Ticket information: Cost is $59.00 -Kax for five-course dinner and show Also Available - Fishing Charters, Pontoon, Kayak, Canoe and Bicycle o Rentals and a beautiful nature-inspired gift shop. Wednesday-Friday and Sunday and $69.00 +tax on Saturday. Call Tarpon Bay Explorers at 472-8900 for more information and reservations. o Call 239-275-6060 or visit www.semgulf.com. ooooooo. oooooooooooooooooooooo Entertainment on the Islands Friday Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Sept. 2 Sept. 3 Sept. 4 Sept. 5 Sept. 6 Sept. 7 Sept. 8 Jacaranda 1223 Periwinkle Way Renata Renata Jamaica Dave & Co. Renata .TBA Buckeye Ken 2 Hot 472-177) 'Tween Waters The Bad Banditos The Bad Banditos 15951 Captiva Dr. 472-5161 RC Otter's Steve McDugal Royce All good Sam Felker Royce Allgood Steve McDugal Royce Allgood Sam Felker Noon to 5 p.m. Noon to 5 p.'m. Noon to 5 p.m. Noon to 5 p.m. Noon to 5 p.m. Noon to 5 p.in. Noon to 5 p.m. 11596 Andy Rosse Ln Frank Thomson Pat McCune Geo and 6 to 10 p.m. Pat McCune Pat McCune Pat McCune 395-1142 6 to 10 p.m. 6 to 10 p.m. 6 to 10 p.m. 6 to 10 p.m. 6 to 10 p.m. 6 to 10 p.m. Chris Workman Sam Felker Mark Vee Paul Rosmus Mark Vee Pete Beard Keylime Bistro Noon to 5 p.m. Noon to 5 p.m. Noon to 5 p.m. Noon to 5 p.m. Noon to 5 p.m. Noon to 5 p.m. Frank Thomson 11509 Andy Rosse Ln Pat McCune Mitch Mitchem David Johnson Frank Thomson Gary & Kerry David Johnson Noon to 5 p.m. 395-4000 ' 6 to 10 p.m. 6 to 10 p.m. 6 to 10 p.m. 6 to 10 p.m. 6 to 10 p.m. 6 to 10 p.m. and 6 to 10 p.m. The Island Cow Nightly 6 - c>:30 pm Greg Watts Diana Lynn Buckeye Ken 2163 Periwinkle Way

The Mucky Duck Mark Dupuy Dan Confrey 5 - 9 pm/472-3434 Buckeye Ken Greg Roche Gene Federico Buckeye Ken Andy Rosso Ln Traders Danny Morgan Danny Morgan Tues & Thu 8-11 pm & Friends & Friends 1551 Periwinkle Way Blue Giraffe 2075 PeriwinkleWay Gessiey Reed 472-2525 Dan Tudor Danny Morgan Danny Morgan &. Friends CasaYbel Resort 6:30 - 10:00 pm & Friends, l-4prn Sun. Biunch, 12 - 2:30 pm 2255 W, Gulf Dr. Thistle Lodge Coconuts Bar & Grill Thfstle Lodge Dining Rm. 472-9200 , • Dining Room 6:30- 10:00 pm l-4pm. Coconuts Bar& Grill Sweet Melissa's Michael David, Michael David, Light acoustic Light acoustic 1625 Periwinkle Way jazz guitar 472-1956 jazz guitar The Stone Crab Danny Morgan & Buckeye Ken Danny Morgan & 2761 W. Gulf Drive Friends, 8-11 p.m 8-11 p.m. Friends, 8-11 p.m. 472-0305

Sanibel Michael David Michael David Steakhouse Light acoustic- Light acoustic 1473 PeriwinkleWay jazz guitar jazz guitar 472-5700 George & Wendy's Steve "Scooter" Chris Workman Corner Grill Chris Casdia Reynolds keyboard and acoustic guitar rock, country, blues 2499 Periwinkle Way 7-11 p.m. vocals 395-1263 7-11 p.m. 7-1 I p.m. Traditions On The Beach Joe McCormick Joe McCormick Dusk Deo Dusk Deo Joe McCormick Joe McCormick 3111 W. Gulf Dr. 472-455? aa Fifth Annual Cooking For The Kids! to benefit children battling cancer Submitted by CONNIE RAMOS-WILLIAMS calling the Fort Myers office of Prudential Florida Prudential Florida Realty is proud to present the Realty at 239-482-5700. Fifth Annual Cooking For The Kids! cocktail party "Prudential Florida Realty is proud to sponsor the IB and fundraiser on Saturday, Nov. 5 from 7 to 10 p.m. 5th Annual Cooking for the Kids event to benefit at Sanibel Harbour Marriott Resort & Spa in Fort children with cancer," said Craig Dorfman of Myers. Prudential Florida Realty. "The Sunshine Kids organ- I Top chefs from area restaurants will perform cook- ization appreciates the generosity that the community CO ing demonstrations and prepare delectable treats for has shown over the past four years." guests to enjoy throughout the evening. Fox4 News The 5th Annual Cooking for the Kids event, co- personality Patrick Nolan will be on hand to emcee sponsored by Florida Weekly, will also feature a the festivities. All proceeds benefit The Sunshine silent and live auction. There are opportunities for Kids, a national non-profit organization that helps local businesses to show their support and promote I children with cancer by providing emotional support, their business through donations of auction items or group activities and adventure trips for kids during event sponsorship. Tax-deductible donations are also their treatments. CONTRIBUTED being accepted. Tickets are $.45 each, or two for $75 and may be Fox4 News personality Patrick Nolan, center, will To learn more about how you can get involved, purchased securely online at emcee the Fifth Annual Cooking For The Kids! call 239-482-5700, visit I FortMyersSunshineKidsBenefit.com, cocktail party and fundraiser at Sanibel Harbour www.FortMyersSunshineKidsBenefit.com or facebook.com/FortMyersSunshineKjdsBenefit, or by Marriott Resort & Spa. www.facebook.com/FortMyersSunsliineKidsBenefit. Sponsors sought for Stars For Kids e Celebrity Waiter sinner and auction j Submitted by SUSAN BENNETT The evening will include both "a* Child Care of Southwest Florida silent and live auction items, includ- #.-2 is seeking sponsorships for its Third ing a two-night stay at the Sanibel 5 Annual Stars For Kids Celebrity Harbour Resort and Spa and auto- 3 Waiter Dinner and Auction on graphed sports memorabilia from the Saturday, Oct. Minnesota Twins, Miracle Baseball I 8 to support and Miami Dolphins. the agency's Funds raised during the evening mission and will be used to provide scholarships benefit a for low-income children to receive scholarship child care in the six centers operated fund for low- by Child Care of Southwest Florida, income chil- Inc. and to support the mission of the CONTR1BUTED dren in need of child care. non-profit agency. It provides child Summit Christian School at Sanibel a, Sponsorships ranging from $750 care for children from infancy Community Church is delighted to open its "to $5,000 are still available for the CONTRIBUTED through age 8 at its six child care preschool doors for the fourth year, offering I event,'to be held from 6:30 to 10 Celebrity Waiters from 2010 centers in Lee and Hendry counties. early childhood education for 2,3 and 4-year- p.m. at the Sanibel Harbour Marriott included Mr. Incredible (Roger In addition, the United Way affil- olds (VPK). In addition to their interactive Resort & Spa in South Fort Myers. Mercado), Wonder Woman iated agency offers training for early curriculum, the school offers fine arts, library, music and chapel programs held 8J Individual tickets are $J 00 or a table (Lisa Cronin-Miller) and childhood professionals, and admin- Superman (Greg Frith). weekly for all students. of. 10 may be sponsored for $1,000. isters the federal food program for Above, Faith and Grace Mitchell, Susanna The event raised $27,000 last year. eligible centers and family child care Howell and Julia Lemmon enjoy face painting NBC-2* Anchor Kellie Burns and 2011 "Most Appreciated Celebrity homes throughout Southwest fun on their first day back at Summit Auctioneer Scott Robertson (who Waiter Award." Florida. , Christian School. Below, some of Summit's also is vice-chairman of the charity's "We have an outstanding roster of Tickets may be purchased by call- preschoolers gather for dismissal after a fun- board of directors) will share duties celebrity waiters, who will be ing 239-278-1002 or visiting the filled morning. .as master and mistress of cere- announced in the next couple of website at www.ccswfl.org. For additional information about Summit monies. weeks," said Linda McNabb, devel- For more information about Child Christian School, please call 482-7007. Celebrity waiters serve the meals opment director of Child Care of Care of Southwest Florida, Inc., or and perform "extra duties" in Southwest Florida. "And we already the Stars for Kids Celebrity Waiter exchange for additional tips. The have some great auction items that I Dinner and Auction, please call waiter who collects the most tips know everyone will be interested in Linda McNabb at 239-425-1017 or from his/her table wins the coveted taking home with them." visit www.ccswfl.org. Biblical studies to W.0.W. interactive art be held Tuesdays at program at SCUCC Sanibel Congregational United Church of Christ will Fellowship Hall • again be offering their W.O.W. (Wednesdays of Wonder) interactive art program during the month of September for Submitted by SANDY SIMMONS children enrolled in kindergarten through fifth grade. The fall semester of the biblical studies series at the Activities will center upon the arts: e.g. music, dance, Sanibel Congregational United Church of Christ, will focus crafts, cooking, drama and puppetry, just to name a few. on the book of Matthew. The cost is $25 per child or $50 per family. The registra- The final chapters of the gospel outline the final days of tion fee includes all four weeks, and dinner is included as Jesus of Nazareth and tell the stories of his death and resur- well as nursery care. The registration form is available rection. Throughout, Matthew emphasizes the idea that Jesus online at www.sanibelucc.org or by coming into the is the fulfillment of long held dreams and prophecies. church office. Report your news to The course begins on Sept.. 13 and continues on Tuesdays Classes will be held on Sept. 7,14,21,28,2031 from through Dec. 14. It is led by the Rev. Dr. John H. Danner, 3:30 until 6:30 p.m. at Sanibel Congregational United THE ISLAND REPORTER: Senior Pastor, and is held in the church's Fellowship Hall, Church of Christ, 2050 Periwinkle Way. located at 2050 Periwinkle Way, beginning at 10 a;m. For additional information, please call the church at For further information, contact the church office at 472- 472-0497. captivasanibel.com 0497 or visit the church website at www.sanibelucc.qrg. • • r1 f- ,- Rotarians welcome new members, stories by Art Cramer

Submitted by SHIRUEY JEWELL them to know who you were and help them follow the time- Once.again within close proximity, Art was attending Sanibel-Captiva Rotary Club Membership has been going line of their family history. an Army/Air Force radio mechanic training program at strong this summer, including three new members since July. Cramer had three stories that he selected from his mem- nearby Will Rodgers Field, 6k., taking a course on a new We welcomed Doug Wright from Union Mechanical in Fort oirs, stories grouped together with the common thread, that gizmo called the facsimile machine in preparation for a- Myers a few weeks back; Mary Cramer, honorary mem- I'm calling "One Lucky Guy" or "Born with a Lucky select group assignment on an- Island 50 miles off the 9? ber spouse of long-time Rotarian Art Cramer last Horseshoe in My Back Pocket." Seems Art has coast of Japan, where aeronautic reconnaissance infor- week; and this week we installed newest member somehow managed to survive some pretty harsh mation would be sent and relayed to an Air Force base in Nancy McHenry, Sanibel Director of CHR situations during his lifetime and that survival Japan. But an interruption in learning took place: Art and H (Community Housing & Resources). can only be called good fortune. Each of these his fellow soldiers were called by the commandant offi- Increasing Rotary Club membership and occurrences took place in the 1940s. cer where they were given assignments to go assignment I retaining our current membership allows all of "It was during WWII and I was going to to prepare for rescue missions and cleanup after that a. us to work together and continue the strong City College, New York City, N.Y. as part of major tornado. The group was given 5 portable power commitment our club has within our communi- the AST Program and was called up and units, cans of gasoline, a two and a half ton truck, a radio jr. ty and on national and international projects. assigned to the Army 275th Combat Engineering truck and trailer, and signal equipment. They were then Those efforts afford us the opportunity to support Battalion, 75th Division, Company A. On the final taken to headquarters, recorded their name, rank, serial Rotary club efforts and those of our partnering organiza- bivouac before our Company was going overseas we were number, other pertinent persona! information, given a briefing on the tornado, their instructions and personal tions along with other non-profits that we support during the practicing camp setup routines, our assignment this time was check for $20. year. that twc^man teams were to silently setup a tents within an Membership is the strongest asset for any service organi- encampment, the problem was it was a moonless night in the At this point Art didn't want to go any further with the zation and Rotary International has over 33976 clubs and hills of Kentucky. My tent mate and I had to feel our way to story, he said, "It was too disturbing and left it at that. It would over 1.22 million members worldwide. Members are of all a suitable site, a site without rocks or roots underneath and put take too much time to go into the details." genders, all ages, all nationalities, all religions, all profes- our tent up silently. All was well, we setup the tent but the The last story was as Art called it "A Jungle Story." His sions, and all political persuasions (although, we don't talk next morning I awoke and could not open my eyes. My eyes company was assigned to Panama their duty was to clear too much about politics). If you have any interest in finding were like slits and my face was bloated, puffy, and red. I was pathways through the jungles of Panama. out about Rotary, we invite you to join us at 7 a.m. any Friday sent immediately back to camp headquarters and then on to "This was not the jungle portrayed in Hollywood pic- the Louisville General Hospital. Seems I had a severe case of for breakfast at the Beachview Restaurant on Sanibel. We'll tures," he said. "The brush was so thick you never saw day- poison ivy. While in the hospital the army wanted to dis- even buy you breakfast, just call Shirley Jewell and let us light, there were steep hills and valleys, 200 foot trees, and charge me' on Medical grounds. In the meantime, my know you're coming. the ground was always slipper. Machetes were used to cut Company went overseas without me. The Company went to At last week's Friday morning meeting, we had a sneak through the brush; climbing and digging their way through Belgium and setup camp, and soon after, just before sunrise preview of a book that Art Cramer, one of our club members this jungle. The mountain terrain was so dense and steep you one morning a German Tank opened fire on them with an 88 (yes, husband of new club member Mary Cramer) has been had to hold on to one tree, while cutting another; stinging ants millimeter canon and 15 millimeter machine guns. Half of and poisonous snakes were everywhere." working on for the last six months. Art is writing his autobi- my company died, while I was sleeping in my hospital bed in Art found that out for himself, with his machete in ography at the request of his children and hopes that at com- Kentucky. This encounter took place just before the begin- hand cutting and clearing through the brush along with pletion, it might even be interesting enough for general pub- ning of the 'Battle of the Bulge.' After that I surely wasn't his fellow troops and guide. As he took action to bring lication. ready to go home, I wanted to stay in the Army and did every- down his machete on a tree, he felt the dull side of his "I've been writing down my memoirs since I was a kid, thing I could to stay." tucking them away in boxes along with other documents and guide's machete come down on his arm. His reaction memorabilia and storing them in the basement of my up Art stayed in the service and on April 12th, 1945 — the was to withdrawn his machete only to realize that the North home," said Art. "Unfortunately, not such a safe place day President Franklin Roosevelt died — another major guide's action had preventive him from being attacked by because a flood almost destroyed everything." event in history was on the horizon. Roosevelt died at 11 a huge poisonous jungle snake. He did get to save a few items and is trying to piece p.m., but at 11:30 p.m., one of the worst tornado in our coun- They say that bad things happen in threes. Well, I would together the story of his life. But before we get to Art's sto- tries history touched down in Antlers, Oklahoma. Sixty-nine say if good fortune intervenes in your fate, you must have ries, just a personal note — writing down your life story for people died and 353 injured, a third of that town was been bom under a lucky star. Art added, "If you want to hear future generations of your family is an outstanding way for destroyed and 600 buildings collapsed. more stories, you'll just have to read the book." a a Eastwood offers three lectures on U.S. Intelligence, W CECI's Beach n Ball returning Military Tribunals and Terrorist Detention Programs Submitted by JESSICA CLARK Volunteer Services. "Many people are con- the nation's security," added Kollath. "Mr. in October The Academy at Shell Point invites the pub- cerned about the safety of our nation, should Eastman will discuss the various detention pro- lic to attend three thought-provoking presenta- future attacks ever be attempted. We are hon- grams and locations, and how they treat their Submitted by tions by Tom Eastwood - a consultant, lectur- ored to have Mr. Eastman speak on our campus detainees, while also reviewing how these pro- DONNA MARKS er and "edu-tainer" - beginning next week. and offer some additional insight" grams play a role in helping to prevent any The Sixth Annual Beach Ball Eastwood's lecture on "U.S. Intelligence - Eastwood began his career with the Bureau future attacks on our country." • fund-raiser for the Children's Contemporary Issues" will take place on of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms before trans- Eastwood will also discuss the treatment of Education Center of the Islands Thursday, Sept. 8 starting at 1 p.m. His presen- ferring to the Department of Defense. His career terrorists held by the CIA and the U.S. military (CECI) will be held on Saturday, tation on "Military Tribunals" will be offered at also included conducting and leading counterin- that have received so much media coverage. Oct. 22 at The Sanctuary Golf 1 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 9. His lecture on "The telligence and criminal investigations, and he This course discusses enhanced interrogation, Club from 7 to 10 p.m. CIA and Military Terrorist Detention has also served as a senior executive for the secret overseas detention 'sites, Guantanamo Featured during the evening Programs" will take place on Monday, Sept. 12. IRS. and Abu Ghraib. gala will be both live and silent All three events will be held in the Grand In this frank and open discussion which The Academy at Shell Point is a lifelong auctions, open refreshments Cypress Room at The Woodlands in Shell Point moves beyond the rhetoric, political hyperbole learning educational initiative for the residents table, a food buffet and music by Retirement Community. Space is very limited, and media hype, Eastwood will discuss why our of the retirement community. The Academy DJ, New Beginnings. so tickets are required to attend. They can be intelligence failed us on 9/11 and the state of provides anywhere from 70 to 90 classes each Tickets are priced at $75 per purchased for $10 each by calling 239-454- our current preparation. He will also cover the semester, that encompasses a well-rounded cur- person. The money raised assists 2054. use of torture in the war on terror, terrorist sur- riculum of educational opportunities for senior towards scholarships for the "The last decade has seen many changes in veillance, and why it took us so long to kill adults. children. our security and the economy due to the tragic Osama. To learn more about Shell Point, visit CECI provides an excellent acts which occurred on Sept. 11, 2001," said "Since 9/11, Americans have closely www.shellpoinl.org or call 1-800-780-1131. education for children ages two Teri Kollath, manager of Academy and watched the topics surrounding terrorists and through Pre-K and is a voluntary pre-kindergarten provider. The Center's mission is to create a Traditions on the Beach hosts second Jazz Night nurturing and exciting learning Special to the REPORTER taining as our first!" said host Andrea Mucciga, Jazz Congregation. Brubaker's saxophone was environment that creates happy, Last Wednesday, Traditions on the Beach, who insists live music is one of the most impor- an excellent addition to the four-man jazz curious and confident children. Restaurant, Bar & Lounge hosted an encore tant parts of experiencing his restaurant. "We ensemble. Visit www.cecikids.org for more performance of Prime Rib and Prime Jazz. The are excited to feature it as a regular event begin- Traditions on the Beach has live music every details. real treat of the evening was the jazz music per- ning in October, along with other theme nights night, featuring Joe McCormick, Marvilla For additional information, formed by Father Al and the Jazz Congregation, and events throughout season." Marzan and Barbara Smith. Reservations are contact Denise McKee by call- featuring "Mr. Swing" himself, Paul Ventura. A special treat during the Aug. 24 event was suggested. For more information and reserva- ing 817-903-8889 or send an e- Jazz Nights have been particularly popular, music by featured saxophone player Woody tions, call 472-4559 or visit mail to and last week's event hosted nearly 200 guests. Brubaker, who played alongside crowd [email protected]. "Qur.second Jazz. Night was just as enter- favorites Paul Ventura with Father Al and the u island 0X3 T SPORTS Report your news to CAPTIVASANIBEL.COM

u September brings a welcomed change of seasons 5 It's almost over, the on gag grouper. The season hot days of summer that opens Sept. 16 and runs through 05 is, With the arrival of Nov. 15 and I believe covers September, it's only a tew both state and federal waters. weeks before we should Grouper regulations are real- ti break out of summers ly getting difficult to keep track S steamy hot days and tran- of. Please check the latest .regu- sition to die cooler days of lations at While visiting Sanibel, Colleen autumn. This is great http://myfwc.com/fishing/salt- O'Keefe spent a beautiful morning news for fishing around water/regulations/groupers/gulf- fishing with her father Sean and Southwest Florida for grouper/ to make sure for your- grandfather John in Pine Island truiny reasons. ! i self. Don't take my word for it Sound. Pictured is Colleen with a At the top of the list, - they may change again in the fat trout that was invited home for you would have to place Capt. Bill Russell next two weeks. dinner. They were fishing near relief from the summer Mackerel (both Spanish and Redfish Pass with Captain Bill heat. Days will become king) should return to the near Russell. less humid with a slight On the gulf in good numbers. Look for CONTRIBUTED drop in temperature. After the Spanish from the beaches the "dog days" of August, Water out to several miles, watch for this will be very wel- birds and feeding fish. The larg- £ o comed. Don't get me er kings will be found over areas u wrong — it will still be hot on many days, with some type of bottom structure including but it will become much more tolerable as the artificial reefs, wrecks and rocky bottom. month progresses. Trolling large, deep diving lures is a good Also, the summer thunderstorm pattern way to cover a lot of ground and put both sa will begin to fade away, opening up the door grouper mid kings in the box. and crashing any baitfish in their path. Try to that said, snook will begin to leave the beach to spend longer periods of the day on. the For the inshore angler, it's a month filled get well ahead of the moving fish to intercept and Gulf passes and move back inshore on I water. It's been hard to get in a full day fish- with opportunities. The beginning of autumn their path. If you don't spook them, make a the flats around oyster bars, shorelines and 03 ing with the heat and storms, but that will is always a great time to fish in southwest long cast ahead of the lead fish and hang on. other structures. In the past, this has been one slowly change. Florida for the big four (snook, tarpon, red- Most are way oversize but they sure arc a of the best months for snook fishing. But Just as anglers enjoy the change of sea- fish and sea trout) inshore species. As the blast to catch. Large schools of oversize red- with the numbers down and season closed, sons, look for fish to also respond as they shallower inshore water cools these gamefish fish may also be sighted offshore in tight most anglers will target other species. become more active, resulting in improved will get much more active, look for explosive groups around bait schools. Plenty of other fish - including Spanish fishing. With a drop in water temperature, strikes on top waters lures with all four feed- The bigger sea trout will begin moving mackerel, sharks, jack crevalle, bluefish, you can expect fish to exert more energy and ing much more aggressively. back into shallower water to feed; this is a pompano, flounder and cobia, just to naine a i feed more consistently throughout the day. Tarpon are not in the huge pre-spawn great time to work a top water plug across few - plus the best inshore mangrove snap- Of course its fishing — there are days when schools of spring, but there will be plenty your favorite trout flats. Plenty of keeper size per fishing of the year are all on the list of i you can't buy a bite no matter what, but your around for those that put in the time. Redfish trout will also be caught under the endless what we should expect to catch in the chances for success are tipped in your favor. should be in large schools prowling the schools of baitfish, look for birds and surface upcoming month. With so many fishing Offshore, as the water temperatures drop inshore waters. From now until the first real activity over grassflats or along bar drop-offs. opportunities and weather that's more enjoy- look for fish to move closer to shore in shal- cold front (most likely late in October) will Snook season will remain closed in our able for fishing, let's get out there and see _2 "55 lower depths and migratory species to begin present us with our best red fishing of the waters for at least another year. Snook are on what we can catch! heading .south through our waters. Grouper year. Large fish will gather in schools of up the rebound from the devastating kill from1 If you have a fishing story or for charter and snapper fishing could be pretty good to several hundred and on the right day can the cold January of 2010 and they will information, please contact us at 239-283- without spending a fortune on fuel, plus the give you a fishing experience you will never remain catch and release only until the state 7960 or www.fishpineislmid.com.'Have a powers to be are going to allow us lucky forget. Look for them moving along the shal- determines the numbers have increased to a safe week and good fishin'. recreational anglers a two month open season low edges of bars as they push a wall of water sustainable level to again have a season. With CCMI's Captiva Tri team competing to raise awareness of hunger Submitted by ROSE BARRETT Ages 10-13: 200-yard swim, 3-mile bike, 1 - Galloway said. "When hunger affects our A special group of adult volunteers have mile run) and an adult sprint length triathlon community it impacts everyone of us in some stepped' forward to represent Community To go on Sunday (440-yard swim [0.25 mile], 10- way and if everyone of us does a small part Cooperative Ministries Inc! during the mile bike, 3.1-mile run [5K].) to impact change, change will happen. It only Galloway Captiva Tri at South Seas Island What: Captiva Triathlon "We are always looking for new ways, to takes two dollars to feed a family for a day." Resort on Saturday and Sunday, Sept. ] 7 and I partner with community groups and special "1 just hope I can make a good showing 18. When: Saturday and Sunday events to spread our mission of being inno- for CCMI and my teammates," Venezia CCMI was selected as the benefitling Sept. 17-18 vators in the fight against hunger and home- added. non-profit for the Galloway Captiva Tri, a lessness," said Sarah Owen, CEO of CCMI. CCMI is an innovative nonprofit weekend triathlon family, fun and fitness Where: South Seas Island Resort "Food-insecure people are especially vulner- 501(c)(3) organization which serves Fort event. A portion of the proceeds raised will 5400 Plantation Road able due to the additional risk factors associ- Myers and the greater Lee County area, go toward supporting CCMI's mission of ated with limited resources, access to healthy including Bonita Springs, Cape Coral and fighting homelessness and hunger. More info: www.captivatri.com and affordable food's and opportunities for Lehigh Acres. They work in partnership CCMI's Montessori Directress Cindy physical activity. Being a part of an event with United Way of Lee, Hendry and Venezia along with her friends Bob Boyd open to all age groups is a win-win." Glades, Harry Chapin Food Bank and var- and Patty Kuehner will be running, biking horticulture and Kuehner is a golf pro. "Our area has continued to have one of ious community foundations as well as and swimming for the local nonprofit agency "Bob has been running, swimming and the worst foreclosure and unemployment collaborating with fellow community and .during the adult sprint on Sunday. biking in races and triathlons for a number of rates," said Sam Galloway Jr.-, owner of the service groups including The School "1 have participated in just one 5K before years and only participates in those events ' Galloway Automotive and title sponsor of District of Lee County and numerous so I am honored that Bob and Patty jumped that support a cause," Venezia said. "Patty the event. churches, businesses and community sup- at the chance to compete in this event with has been swimming since she was a kid and Galloway said he wants to ensure pro- port organizations. me," Venezia said. "They both understand has comjjeted in triathlons as well so I've got grams remain in place to help Southwest All events will take place on Captiva at how great the need in this area is for hunger a great team with me." Florida's growing population of hungry be South Seas Island Resort. The adult event is relief a/id really wanted to participate for The weekend is comprised of twochil- able to find a nutritious meal. sold out but there ane still spaces open for the CCMI.". . : v \' 'dreti'sVtriathl6ns'\bii 'Saturday CAgas 6-9:' . "More of our neighbors are going, to need • cMdreri"s.events. Fortnore Information or to According "to Venezia,"Bdy'd' works To ' 'l'O"O-yard swim, 1.5-mile bike,\5-mile ran; our help and we can make a. difference,". /register,.visit www.captivatii.com.

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I o Miracle to host 'Remember the 9/11 Heroes Night' Special to the REPORTER On Monday, the Fort Myers Miracle announced that they will pay tribute to the 10-year anniversary of the 9/11 attacks with a "Remember the 9/11 Heroes Night" at Hammond Stadium this Friday, Sept. 2. The on-field ceremonies will occur before the Miracle host the Jupiter Hammerheads in the regular season home finale at 7:05 p.m. The tribute coincides with Fan Appreciation Fireworks, marking the end to the 20th sea- Sanibel Rec Center Calendar son of Miracle Baseball in Southwest Andujar is a retired NYPD Police Officer and Florida. 9/11 first responder and survivor. During the pre-game ceremony, represen- "It is a day that you will never forget and Water Activities I Facility Hours tatives from police, fire, rescue and the airline it's vitally important that we keep this mem- Private Swim Lessons ory alive 10 years later," said Andujar, who Fitness Classes industry will be honored for their heroic Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, Morning sessions: efforts on that tragic day. Participants will represents the SWF 10-13 Association, a 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 7:15 a.m., 8:30 a.m. & 10 a.m. include Ken Davis, a retired New York City retired Law Enforcement fraternal organiza- Sundays, noon to 5 p.m. Evening sessions: EMS worker and Miracle season ticket hold- tion. All ages Monday and Wednesday, 5:30 & 6:30 p.m. er. Davis was stationed inside the World Fans will be able to view a NYPD motor- Cost: $20 per 30 min.for members, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday, Trade Center in rescue operation mode when cycle and a fully functional NYPD Police $25 per 30 min.for non-members 4:15 p.m. & 5:30 p.m. the towers fell. Car in front of Hammond Stadium near the Instruction is tailored to the participant's Cost: Included with membership "I was ir proud paramedic and really fountain. needs: from basic swim instruction to Fitness class schedule available online enjoyed my job until I got injured. 1 am not Other pre-game activities include: improving stroke efficiency and endurance. at www.mysanibel.com able to help as much as I would like, but this • Artist Leoma Lovegrove will present Private swim lessons are scheduled on an Aerobics, body sculpting, BOSU gesture on the Miracle's part to honor and her "Remember 9-11 Tenth Year" canvas to individual basis by the Recreation strength, power pace cycling & stability remember those from 9/1 1 means the world the SWF 10-13 during the pre-game cere- Department's Aquatics Staff. ball, yoga and zumba. to me and my family," said Davis, who was monies. The 18-foot-by- 10-foot canvas is stationed at Battalion 22 in Staten Island. traveling around Southwest Florida and con- Shallow Water Aerobics Weight Room Davis will present special "9/11" bands to tains more than 3,000 victim's names, paint- Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, • Monday to Thursday, the Miracle players prior to the game to wear ed by hundreds of people from across 9 to 10 a.m. 6:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. and help honor those that are the true heroes. Southwest Florida. Cost: Included with membership • Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. "I moved to Florida to escape the constant • The Colors will be presented by South This class will be held in the exercise pool • Saturday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. thoughts of that day and found a connection Trail Fire & Rescue Honor Guard, the Fort for attendees who desire a low-impact • Sunday Noon to 5 p.m. workout in warmer, shallow water. to Miracle Baseball. I was a paramedic in Myers bagpipers will perform and a flyover New York City for 17 years and I am always by the Lee County Sheriffs Aerial Unit Open Gym looking to lend a hand and it's just a small Tickets to Friday's game are available at Deep Water Aerobics • Monday to Thursday, thing to present the guys with a token of my the Hammond Stadium ticket office from 9 Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 6:30 a.m to 8 p.m. appreciation," added Davis. am to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Fans 10:30 to 11:30 am. • Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Deputy Lee County Sheriff Joseph may also purchase tickets online at Tuesdays and Saturdays, 9 to 10 a.m. • Saturday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. www.miraclebaseball.com. Cost: Included with membership This class will be held in the lap pool for • Sunday Noon to 5 p. m. participants who desire a low-impact work- out in cooler, deeper water. Game/Teen Room Shell Point Golf Club to host • Monday to Friday, Aqua Jogging 6:30 a.m to 2 p.m. Patriot Day Golf Weekend Thursdays, 9 to 10 a.m. • Saturday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cost: Included with membership • Sunday Noon to 5 p.m. The Shell Point Golf Club is pleased to veterans to come out and enjoy a round This specialized class will be held in the participate in the nationally recognized of golf as we support this very worth- lap pool for those who desire a low-impact Tennis Courts Patriot Day Golf, scheduled to take place while cause. We want to let everyone cardiovascular workout in deeper water Reserve court time by calling 472-0345 from Friday, Sept. 2 through Monday, know that every day is a great day for while utilizing aqua jogging equipment • Monday to Thursday, Sept. 5. golf at the Shell Point Golf Club." such as belts and ankle resistance. 6:30 to 8 p.m. To show support during this honorable Patriot Golf Day is the flagship • Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. weekend, The Shell Point Golf Club will fundraiser for the Folds of Honor Masters Swimming • Saturday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. donate $ 1 from every paid round over the Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organi- Practices are Mondays, Wednesdays and • Sunday Noon to 5 p.m. weekend to the Folds of Honor zation that provides postsecondary educa- Fridays, 4 to 5 p.m. Foundation. Additionally during this par- tional scholarships for the children and Cost: $50 per year for members, ticular weekend, veterans will be able to spouses of military men and women dis- $63 per year for non-members buy a round of golf for only $29. abled or killed while serving our great Masters Swimming is a program for seri- 3880 Sanibel-Captiva ftd. To make your reservation to participate nation. ous swimmers ages 18 and over designed to 239-472-0345 in this event, call 239-433-9790. To learn more about tjiis organization improve stroke technique and to build "We are extremely honored to have and its services, visit www.patriotgolf- endurance. Hours of Operation: Monday-Thursday, 6:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. this opportunity to participate in such a day.com. The Patriot Golf Day campaign is jointly supported by The PGA of Friday,'6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. worthwhile cause for those who have Aquaritis Saturday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. America and the United States Golf given so much for the freedom of our Monday and Wednesday, noon to 1 p.m. Sunday Noon to 5 p.m. country," said Michael Mongoven, Association. Director of Golf for Shell Point Golf Water Pilates www.mysanibel.com .Club. "I want to personally invite all , Source: Shell Point Golf Club Tuesday ami Thursday, 10:30 to.11:30 a.m. island 01

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a H CONTRIBUTED Beverly and Jon Thompson, pictured next to Doreen and Kevin Ruane, enjoying last year's "Celebrity Island Dinner." The event, host- ed by Trader's Restaurant, raises funds for The Bailey-Matthews Shell I Museum. Gaeta addresses the ball at The Dunes' Prominent locals ready to first hole. serve at Shell Museum's 'Celebrity Island Dinner' "3 Special to the REPORTER Valiquette and Bob Walsh. What some X) The Bailey-Matthews Shell people will do to ensure a good tip is ca Museum and Traders Restaurant will nothing short of amazing! V) sponsor a "Celebrity Island Dinner" on A dazzling piece of jewelry donated Islander From page 1B by Lily & Co. will be raffled off, and a ••s Monday, Oct. 3 at Traders, located at 1551 Periwinkle Way on Sanibel. sensational selection of Chinese auc- "They told me that I was kind of a nat- shape. I lost 30 pounds in the last year," Seating will be offered from 6:30 to tion items will be available for bidding. ural at it," Gaeta added. "And they said he explained. "After I retired last 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $45 per person, Joe Archambault has designed a that if I stuck with it, I was gonna get bet- November, I thought now I'll have more and all proceeds will benefit The delicious menu including a choice of a ter." opportunities to play golf." Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum. specially selected soup or salad, one of Now, more than 50 years later, the Gaeta, who is married with six chil- This annual event guarantees to put four entrees and dessert. Bruce Akioka Boston, Ma. native has gotten better, dren, 13 grandchildren and two great the "fun" into fundraiser!' is providing tropical entertainment for indeed. Gaeta gives a lot of credit to his grandchildren, hopes to keep shooting bet- The impressive list of celebrity the event. golfing instructors - which includes ter than his age for as long as he can. servers includes Craig Albert, Ric Reservations are required for Dune staffers Oakley, Chris Shaul and "The best round I've ever had here (at Base, Karen Bell, Mark Blust, Terry "Celebrity Island Dinner." Please e- Catherine Ransabage as well as Bart The Dunes) was a 65... and I did that i Igo, FriedricJi Jaeger, Anne Joffe, maii Amanda Stirn at astirn@she]]mu- Cook of Golf Tech in Fort Myers - twice," he added. "I'm gonna keep work- Richard Johnson, Leoma Lovegrove, seum.org or call her at 395-2233 to which helping him progress in his abil- ing at my game, but I think my days of Tim Murty, Sandra Stilwell, Mike place your reservation. ities. doing that may be over." "I do practice a lot and I try to stay in Don't count on it, Paul! "a? :o land EP '"•' .'• ':•:• »>'••- (BREEZE

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