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Photo by Renny Severance SCCF Executive Director Erick Lindblad makes a welcome escape from the office long enough to do some serious clearing of vines and exotics to free up the native shrubbery around the gazebo at Periwinkle Preserve. It's all part of a major program to free native vegetation at Periwinkle Preserve and Blue Sky Preserve.
J V- ^ « FCT^ lAKIYIIIRDS ^"V- •^^ ; 111! ~: IDI'M ^ . Join us for Oisr WANTED Oi lir-,1 UK) cuSICKIitr-,. 10th Year Anniversary 15% OFF ' with Coupon Frum MM to 7i00 1/2 Pripc Drinks (FuU Bar) Rot valid with Early Birds Z for I Appetizers C'hmmp From: •urauwd Shr, (Ack« Ikadm, Pouila SUm, Shr Expires 11/14/03 *wg. I alanurl, »k Shrimp, UIO. Rliu, Blk H«h TafeltisM Gardens Plaza °! i Perkinkle Way lal bnranlvl 2 • Week of November 7-13, 2003 • Islander Annual Demotivational Fishing Tourney at Jensen's On Saturday, Nov. 1, Dan Stegmann of HV Farms, LLC host- When you go to his school, there's more than just learning top ed his annual fishing tournament at Jensen's Marina. The fishing fishing, however. After the catch is brought back to tne OOCK, ne was organized and run by Kurt Krattinger who has some partic- cleans it and fires up his own special cooking technique: wneeioar- ular expertise in this area. rows filled with hickory wood. , u t •* • There's two kinds of fisherfclk out there on the water: those that Your fish can be prepared any way you want but the tavonte is fish and those that catch. Krattinger is one of the latter and he's been stuffed redfish. Kurt butterflies it and Caroline, his wile, prepares doing it in these Southwest Florida waters for the past 11 years, her secret stuffing recipe. At the same time, she also keeps tne rest Catching is a gift his father bestowed on him years ago. of the feast coming. T u-' • * *u Today, he is especially well-known for his skill at top water fish- It's up to everyone else to enjoy themselves. In this instance, tne ing, the bountiful results of which can be seen each day on his return Troublestarters helped by providing the musical entertainment, to Jensen's dock in Captiva. If you ever want Kurt and Carotoe Krattingei: tohel p you witoa Top fishing is simply presenting the lure so that it looks like bait similar fish feast, you could call them at 239-219-l^i. n tney re fish. It's easy to learn, he says, and his passion is teaching anglers out of town, they can be reached at 404-391-3916. how to do it. D.in StcKiiiiinn iind Kurt Ki-.>!I!IIH«T riiiiiii.iri' lilt- liner points iif uhfrlliarrnw When \"ii rook fisn in .t wheelbarrow >ou ne\er know ju-l who's noinn to show up — espccialk around Kurt iiml ( .irolitH Halloween. WEEKENQ_EQRECAST FOR NOVEMBER 8 & 9 SUNDAY PORT CHARLOTTE CHARLOTTE A.M. A.\T P.M. COUNTY PUNTAQORDA 85/70 Sat A' jt Pr sunn, ill1/ Vostlv bbnrv todav Aith ? 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This is a favorite genre of mine Perhaps "acceptable" is a right age to keep . on or extremely conservative military types and what caught my eye in the midst of Omore apt word than "style" since there listening. And much of had short hair. Even many of those in the all the stuff about trains, highways, lost is no one style that defines this era. it is simply driven hy military were constantly pushing the loves and the like, was his rendition of Music offers an excellent example ol today's c(.lci_uc uisies envelope too ,see just how much-they the Third Movement of Mozurt's Piano this and I am especially well qualified to You don't have to drive could get awaiy with in length. Sonata No. .H, better known as the hold forth on the subject because T can't a pick-up to'be allowed " Today, yoti eantry anything from a Rondo "Alia Turka." RENNY to listen to country shaved head to a mullet to shoulder- Despite the gaping opportunity for read a note of it and have a hard time SEVERANCE distinguishing between Copeland and mUsic. Nor do you length and more. It's all ok and your age musical disaster, the thing turned out Mozart, or whoever that guy with all the Executive Editor need to drive some- doesn't much matter. . just great. Country fiddle, guitar, dobro, lace was. thing more sedate and But back to music. All this musing harmonica, all of it worked well togeth- But seriously folks, any era of the conservative to listen to classical music. got started because I wandered into an er with this piece for a most unusual The point is, we can and do listen to emporium of CDs. I ran across a num- treat. • J last century is often defined by its M music, jazz, rock, folk, new age, and so all kinds of music from all kinds of eras. ber of delightful artists who had been Not having a defining style for our on. Before then, music was even more Hairstyles are another zone where around for years and of whom I had current age has proved to be a blessing of a defining quality when you get into anything from anytime goes. When I never heard. when it comes to making a wide variety was just a wee kid, longhair was a term This isn't all that unusual, some guy of choices so accessible. It also made the chamber music or other sorts of the above treat both possible and workable. classical persuasion. applied to eccentric classical violinists. named Brahms has been around for- But today it's all going on at once. The rest of us normal people all had decades I understand and wrote some But I'm still not ready for a mullet Some of it is market-driven, such as the crewcuts. pretty good stuff. yet... all-oldies radio stations that play the Naturally, I can only speak in terms On one of these new names I encoun- INTERNAL MEDICINE FAMILY Exclusive Members Only Boat Club PRIMARY CARE T&e Boat Glah of Sai|iM MICHAEL LOWREY, M.D. MEDICINE at Sanibel: Causeway-Mainland side • unlimited anytime use • We pay for a variety of boats Indian Creek Plaza PHILIP G. DAVIS, M.I^454-6868 i JOHN D. STHMBEBAUBK, 0.0. • We do all the work- Internal Medicine Family Practitioner You have all the fun! (Near Summerlin & San Carlos) 17284 San Carlos Blvd. #105 . .• Primary Care Physicians • Less than the cost of boat Michael Lowrey, M.D. • Urgent Care for all Ages dockage-guaranteed! 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They There is still time many public and private sector challenges have six children. to reserve a place at and held many prominent positions, most the Betty Castor recently president and CEO of the National Luncheon sponsored Board for Professional Teaching Standards. by the Democratic She served the people of Florida for over Garden Club Club of the Islands. three decades starting with her service on This special lun- the Hillsborough County Commission, on cheon on Saturday, which her older daughter is currently serv- Floral Design Nov. 15, will be at ing. noon at the Helm She was the first woman to serve as Workshop Club in The President Pro Tern of the Florida State On Tuesday, Landings, 4420 Senate, and her tenure as Florida November 11, at the Flagship, in Fort Myers. Commissioner of Education is highlighted regular meeting of the Library staffer Wendy Lambrix sorts books for sale. Castor will be a candidate for the U.S. with many initiatives, particularly the pub- Shell Islands Garden Senate if Sen. Bob Graham announces that lic/private partnerships that engaged the Club, members will he will not be running for re-election. Her business community in our public schools. have a chance to try Giant Book Sale at the Sanibel Public Library credentials include experience as Florida's As a member of the Florida cabinet, their hand at flower On Friday, Nov. 14 and Saturday, Nov. 15 from 9 a.m. to 5 Commissioner of Education, president of Castor championed Florida's environment arranging. The meet- p.m. the Library will have giant book and moving sale. the University of South Florida, service as a and strongly opposed efforts to permit off- ing begins at 12 noon Come early and often for great bargains on used books and Florida Senator and as a member of the shore oil drilling. In 1993, she became the at Saint Michael and equipment, including some computer equipment. The sale will Florida Cabinet. president of the University of South Florida, All Angels Episcopal be held in the ground floor meeting room of the Sanibel Public To reserve a place, checks made out to only the second woman ever to head a state Church parish hall at Library, 770 Dunlop Road. the Democratic Club of the Islands for $25 university; she helped to create an endow- 2304 Periwinkle Way. For more information call the Library at 472-2483. per person should be sent to Alice Walzer, ment of over $220 million. Lunch is first on the 4772 Tradewinds Drive, Sanibel 33957 by Castor's professional leadership activities agenda...members are November 12. The lunch will also feature a range from' membership on the Florida asked to bring a sandwich to share. Dessert Women's club to meet silent auction. board of Bank of America and the Executive and beverages will be provided, The Sanibel-Captiva Christian Women's About Betty Board of the H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center Following lunch everyone will work on a Club next meeting will be a luncheon on At just 23, as a teacher in East Africa, & Research Institute to the national board of festive floral arrangement. Members should Thursday, Nov. 13, at Sundial from 11 a.m. Betty Castor helped to lead two-dozen the March of Dimes. bring materials to do a design interpreting a to 1 p.m. young girls from three continents to the Her extensive experience at the local and holiday or a special time. Materials needed The: luncheon will feature "Decorating summit of Kilimanjaro. Why? Because, she state level and nationally in key policy-cre- are flower cutting shears; a container with a for the Holidays," using dried flowers and believed, life should be a journey of chal- ating positions makes her uniquely qualified needlepoint pin holder or pre-soaked oasis; grass products, by Jan Egeland and Kathy lenges. She told the young women that they to represent Florida in the United States plant material - flowers and leaves; and line Boone of Periwinkle Cottage. "Pack (lie could do anything they set out to do and that Senate. Her career is one of excellence and material such as a curving branch, blade Bags, leaving on the next plane... or is life their efforts would enable them to help oth- firsts. She is the only Democratic candidate type foliage, sanseveria, slender branches 50-50? or 100%?" will be presented by from your shrubs or trees, etc. (the length Betsy Suddaby and music will be provided should be at least 2 times the length of your by Angela Bergen. container.) , Cfctl Mi'lena Eskew will provide instruction reservations- are required. Call Jean Wilson and critique for the arrangements, assisted at 472-2017 or Eva Barbour at 454-6948. by Glenda Campbell. The horticulture talk Reservations made but not honored must be The islands' Community this month will be given by Pat Poshek. paid for. Hostesses will be Jane Withers, Libby Newspaper since 1961 Frankwich, Mona Backes, Marcia Stephenson, and Mary Welsh. If you would Women's Expo at Harborside Mailing address: like to bring a guest please notify the presi- Florida Women's Expo Holiday P.O Box 56 • Sanibel. FL 33957 dent. Phone (239) 472-5185 • Fax 472-1372 Shopping Spree will take place tomorrow Annual dues for the Shell Island Garden and Sunday, Nov. 8 and 9, (10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Club are $20. Meetings are the second Location: on Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 on Sunday) at Tuesday of the month,' October through Harborside Event Center on the river in Pinmcnadc Center May. If you have an interest in gardening, 695 Tarpon Bay Rd, Unit #13 downtown Fort Myers. Admission is $3. floral arranging, and horticulture, consider Over 90 new businesses join over 140 becoming a member by calling President exhibitors for this year's Florida Women's Postal Information: Glenda Campbell at 472-8994. The Sanihel Captiva Islander (USPS 481-400) is published Happenings, see page 7 cvdy Friday and is distributed throughout Sambel and Captiva Islands by the Breeze Cotp. P.O. Box 56, Sanibel, FL. Third Class postage is paid at the Sanibel Post Office. Postmaster Send address changes to- Sanibel Captiva Islander. P.O. Box 56 Cod 066 Aifot IJow Wonk Out Sanibel, FL 33957 At LUiiM CAH3... Classified Ad deadline: Noon, Tuesday. Refreshment eenter Emir responsibility: Smoothies In the event of an error we are responsible only for the fn st Protein Shakes mconcct insertion of an ad u. in our opinion, iheie is a loss Coffee of value We do not assume an> icsponsibihtv lor an einn A Lifestyle Enhancement Center beyond the cost of the ad itself. We assume no linanciul Newly Expanded CARDIO CENTER responsibility for typographical eiror.s in advertisements, bui and Authorized will reprint without charge that part which i.s incorrect We Dealer of Polar aic nol responsible for any ciedit or leunbuisement after 30 WEIGHT ROOM days from publication date. Featuring Spinning Classps Stf-p Classes Aerobic Heartrate Boly shapinq seniors Classes ani Much More Monitors e-mail iih ,\v. \\ The lilantki Plus "I v. i • Ai it I i i, 4-- • fa •i. .11 i , -. [email protected] is printed on matte isc recycled paper. YOGA FREE TO MEMBERS or fax to 472-1372 Corner of Sanibcl-Captiva Rd. and Rabbit Rd V^d 11 15 am Islander* Week of November 7-13, 2003 • 5 The Lady SAID she doesn't like to fish... while Don and the back to the boat. I thought Virginia was guest went fishing. As carrying some driftwood as she came hese last few weeks of our linger- it happened, Virginia closer but, as she got on the boat, the Fish ing summer can be just great for and the woman met started wiggling. Once I'd realized it T beach snook fishing. This morn- up about half mile was a legal fish, it had jumped out of her ing, I have to confess I lost a keeper north of the boat. The arms on the boat. I got it, still wrapped snook when my fly reel backlashed and woman had been cast- in the T-shirt, into the ice box. It prompt- I watched as the fish thrashed at surface, ing, with no luck, to ly jumped out. I got it in again. not 50 feet away, as I glanced down at a several pods of beach It measured 28 inches. genuine bird's nest in my reel. snook. Most of these They ate it for dinner that night. The As we get into cooler weather the CAPT. MIKE fish are well under other lady said she is taking the $10 lure beach snook will retreat from the shal- FUERY legal size, running she bought for the trip back to the shop lows, but I thought you might like to about 20-22 inches, in Sarasota. Don said it was a once-in-a- hear of a reluctant angler who brought but still very fun to" catch and release. lifetime thing home the bread, or in this case, the The guest said to Virginia, "I can't get Virginia said she only had time for snook dinner the hard way. anything to bite; could I see your tech- one cast because she was shelling. The Chorltons, Don and Virginia, are nique?" That's why fishing drives me nuts. from Key Largo, the first island in the "You know, I am really only here to Florida Keys. They come visit on shell," Virginia responded. Shelling News Captiva for a few weeks each falj and I The other woman handed her the rod There is a basic question I get a lot on have written about them before. Don had and asked for a lesson. my shelling charters. People want to a bottlenose dolphin chase a redfish Virginia tossed out a white bucktail know how shells are made. right up on the beach as he fished and jig. Within seconds it was scooped up Simply put, these marine animals got the dolphin stranded right next to by a snook. That fish thrashed. It have their skeletons on the outside. Of him. They always have an interesting jumped. It ran. Meanwhile Don and I are course, we have ours on the inside. The story to tell and they are both skilled well down, the beach and don't know various kinds of shells grow by extend- anglers. what is happening. The drag was not set ing the outside protective cover of their We were well up on the northern end correctly and the fish ran some more. soft inside body. All shells are predes- of Cayo Costa recently at a rather mysti- They had no net, so she backed up tined to be in a certain range, just as cal place called Johnson Shoals. It's only further onto the beach. Now the snook most people are between five and six reachable at the most perfect of sea con- was jumping all over the sand. She put feet tall. ditions. Virginia had unexpectedly good down the rod, because the fish started As the shells in various species shelling luck as Don and I fished. They back towards the water, pulled off the T- approach maturity some change colors. Good shelling and fishing this week. had a friend along, a woman of retire- shirt she had on over her swim suit, and The Florida fighting conch is a perfect ment age, who was more interested in stuck the now totally sand-covered fish example. However, all through the Have a question or comment? You can fishing than shelling. in it. The two then wrestled down the process, the mollusk is always inside the reach Capt. Mike Fuery at 466-3649 or We moved south of the shoals about fish and got the jig out. protective shell. Both inside body and by e-mail at [email protected] noon and tried another shelling beach, Now the two women had a long walk outside shell grow to potential. Tennis Tournament Nov. 15-16 SEAFOOD • SPORTS • SPIRITS • .t 2004 Golf Memberships Now Available 1 I 1. New 52" LCD-HD TV's (What a picture!) 5 Limited Time Tennis special Receive $500 off initiation fee i '• i 2. $1.00 Bloody Mary's & Screwdrivers! Act now and receive the remaider of 2003 FREE! 1 Reserve Tee times online! 4 3. "Hangover Helper Brunch Specials" wmv.beachviewgolfcliib.com 4. 4 New "Finger Food Appetizers" For Sharing Golf: 472-2626 Tennis: 472-9099 ,'J 5. Bacadi Dick's 3 Meat Chili (Free Seconds) 6. $1.00 Bud & Bud Light Draft Beer (til 4 p.m.) 7. 7 Kinds of Juicy 1/2 lh. Burgers 8. 2 Outside TVs for our Smoking Friends 9. The Best Seafood on the Islands HORRIFYING VEGETARIANS 10. Audrey, Bbhhy, Erik and the Grill Servers! SINCE 1996 with the finest selection Now Open At 11:30 AM Saturday & Sunday! of perfectly prepared steaks. Seafood, chicken & pasta, too! SUNDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL ON HDTV! Chef Mike is Back! MONDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL ON HDTV! Serving Lunch & Dinner Located next to present this ad to our hostess and \«e will deduct $2.50 472-4394 from every adult entree at The Timbers between 5 & 6 or from Periwinkle, make a right or left on Donax, go to stop sign, make a Wlatzaluna between 4:30 - 5:30 PM: Expires 11/14/03. Not valid with any other coupons right on Middle Gulf Drive, go straight to Beachview Estates, Restaurant theT: oratTheSanibelGrill. RESTAOHAH1 T & FISH MMKET • miUMIIHIIllllll——H—l^M«mmiMiwM - • "" & Clubhouse on right, Tennis on the left Fish Market Open at 11 am. (2p.m. on Sunday) Restaurant Open 5-9:30 p.m. 7 days 472-3128 • 703 Tarpon Bay Road (across from the Post Office) 6 • Week of November 7-13, 2003 • Islander Memorials may be sent to St. Michael activities throughout his life. & All Angels Episcopal Church, 2304 From 1977 until his Alzheimer's dis.- Periwinkle Way, Sanibel 33957; Shell ease got the best of him, Field as well as Point Hospice, 1500 Shell Point his wife, Barbara, worked as a volunteer David B. Stark of The Tree Boulevard, Fort Myers 33908; or to a on the information desk in the Former Sanibel resident and well- House gallery favorite charity of the donor's. Services Visitor/Education Center of the "Ding" known local artist, David Stark of Fort where the were held Monday in Minneapolis and Darling National Wildlife Refuge. His Myers died Friday, Oct. 24, 2003 follow- Starks' work is will be held at a later date at St. wife has continued in that capacity and ing an eight-year battle with cancer. He on exhibit. Michael's. helps out for special events. was 80 years old at the time of his death. "And his works Field is survived by his loving wife, Born Nov. 4, 1922 in Minneapolis to prove that... Barbara; three sons — Curtis Lincoln the wonderful Harold Lincoln Field Marcus and Inez Stark, Stark attended Harold Field, 84, passed away under Field and his wife, Linda, of New York Washburn High, served as an Army cryp- things he did City; Robert Douglas Field and his wife, with calligra- the care of Hope Hospice on Oct. 30, tographer in China during World War II 2003 at Shell Point. He was born April Angela, of Los Alamos, N.M.; and and graduated from the University of phy are almost Richard Walter Field of Maryville, Mo.; This photo, taken a unbelievable. 17, 1919, in Lowell, Massachusetts, the Minnesota where he was a Chi Psi. He son of Lester Waiter Field and Erna and six grandchildren — Elizabeth, spent 30 years at George A. Clark "in number of years He was such a Stephanie, Chloe, Max, Margaret and ago, shows David fine artist — Bowe Field and graduated from Minneapolis, before retiring as president. Syracuse University in 1942. He had Susannah. In 1980 he and his wife, Jo, moved to and Jo Stark work- and a joy to A memorial service was held at the ing on a couple of have in my served as a captain in the chemical war- the island where they were partners until fare service during World War II in Chapel of the Christian & Missionary recently in Stark Studio. Their their world-famous shop and as Shelligrams. part of my North Africa, Italy, France and Germany Alliance Church at Shell Point on Shelligrams combined his love of callig- and spent his professional career in Pulp Wednesday, Nov. 5. In lieu of flowers, a raphy and her love of shells and are now life." donation to Hope Hospice of Fort Myers Stark is survived and will be missed by & Paper Manufacturing. He was also in collections around the world. active in youth groups and musical would be greatly appreciated. "I cannot tell you how grateful the his loving wife of 52 years, Jo (Mary Shell Museum is for the Starks1 contribu- Josephine); three children — Paul and his tions to this community. Not only were wife, Julia, Jim and his wife, Cindy, and they among the original founding mem- Sue Stark; his grandchildren Justin, Beth, bers of the museum, but they created sev- and her husband, Andy, Ryan, Tom and San-Cap IVSQAA 2003 Veteran's Day celebration eral Shelligrams just for the us which are Lucia; a brother, Robert, and his wife, Joined by City of SanibeS and BIG ARTS Elizabeth; three sisters — Winnifred universally admired. I, personally, love "The Sanibel Veterans Day Cele- Korea, Viet Nam, Panama, and The Gulf the way they handled coquina shells — Schmidt and her husband, Edward, Mary Jo Andrews, and Nancy St. Clair and her bration, which for years, has been hosted War, have spoken of their experiences, the artwork was so light and elegant." by the San-Cap Chapter of the Military and what Veteran's Day means to them "David was such a dear, sweet gentle husband, Phillip; and many nieces, nephews and friends. Officers of America Association and the Nation which they have gallantly man," commented Sheila Tardosky, owner (MOAA), will be very special this year," served. said Chapter President Bob Laswell, Lt. This year, it is -possible that Veterans of Colonel USA, (Ret). "The City of Sanibel the Wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, or their -». . 1 and the Sanibel BIG ARTS Association families, will be in attendance and speak , are co-sponsoring this years Tribute to also. t/^i \t->- •*:.'.£'il'_y- ..I i America's Veterans," Laswell continued. Before, during, and after the brief cer- 1 The 2003 program will begin prompt- emony, the Sanibel Kiwanis/BIG ARTS ly at 10:30 a.m. on Nov. 11, at Sanibel Orchestra will perform patriotic music. City Hall, 600 Dunlop Road, with the The patriotic tribute to America's Presentation, of the Colors by the Saiiibel Veterans .ceremony will end with _ the Police Department Honor Guard. playing of Taps. -*-• • • * • * Wm 'i•• *.. •: 'J.* After the SPD Honor Guard has raised The tribute will occur rain or sh'me. the Stars and Stripes and the POW/MIA Attendees, this year, will have seating flag to full staff and then lowered the furnished through the courtesy of City SMOKE TESTING SEWER LINES standards to half staff, Reverend Randall Manager Judie Zimomra and the City of Niehoff, Pastor of the Sanibel Congre- Sanibel. All Veterans and their families, gational Church of Christ, will give the friends, associates and visitors to Sanibel, invocation., are invited to attend this ceremony which, Your city is conducting a smoke test Following the invocation, the assem- under the names of Armistice Day, blage will be led in the Pledge of Remembrance Day, and Veteran's Day, is of its sanitary sewer system. Allegiance to the Flag of the United celebrated world-wide at the 11th hour, States of America. of the 11th day, of the 11th month, hon- Continuing the tradition of years past, oring all members of allied armed forces. Work crews will be in you area starting November 21, 2003 9 am - members of the- audience are then For additional information please call 12 pm between Jerry's Restaurant and Periwinkle Park. A "SMOKE encouraged to relate their personal Bob Laswell, 472-5804. See you there TEST" survey will assist our inspection crews in locating breaks meanings of Veteran's Day. In years past on 11/11. and defects in our sewer system. The smoke you see coming from Veterans of World War I, World Wai" II, the vent stacks on houses or holes in the ground is NON-TOXIC, NON-STAINING, HAS NO ODOR, WHITE TO GRAY IN COLOR AND CREATES NO FIRE HAZARD. SUSAN BLUEHS The smoke should not enter you home unless you have defective plumbing or dried up drain traps. Health Care Services o It is advisable for the home owner to pour a gallon of water into A FULL RANGE OF HEALTH CARE SERVICES BY AN ISLAND RESIDENT each floor drain prior to our testing. If smoke enters you home there is a good reason to assume that dangerous sewer gases may Bathing & Personal Care • Companion Care also be entering your home or business. You should evacuate Meal- Preparation -Transportation • 24- Hour Care immediately and notify our work crews. If you are not home and Medication Management • Safety Management discover smoke when you return, please call at 472-3179. Blood Pressure, Cardiac & Pulmonary Management Diabetic Care • Wound Care • Colostomy & Ileostomy Care IMPORTANT! If there is any individual in you home or Alzheimers Care • Terminal Illness Care & Management business who has respiratory problems and is immobile, please notify us at 472^1008 prior to testing. Susan Bluehs, R.N. (239)472-3327 Islander* Week of November 7 -13, 2003 • 7 Happenings, fromP age 4 Expo which features a special Christmas Room donated by the Island Seniors them- ALL THE BEST, Village in addition to the opportunity to selves.Vendor tables are $15 for members meet Mr. America in person. and $20 for non-members on a first-come, ALL IN ONE PLACE This is an international shopping experi- first-serve basis. Call Yolande Welch at 395- SAKS FIFTH AVENUE ence with clothing and home decor items 3372 for more information or to rent a table. from Mexico, South Africa, India, Brazil, BED BATH & BEYOND Peru, Argentina and Honduras. BELL TOWER 2O CINEMA Hand-made leather goods, handbags & Family haircut clay luggage, fine art, furniture & hand blown On Saturday, Nov. 15, the Sanibel School SPECIALTY SHOPS glass will be available in addition to brand 6th grade is holding a fundraiser the Harry Acorn name eyewear, perfumes, housewares and Ruby Salon on Rabbit Road to raise money Ann Taylor custom jewelry, gold, sterling silver and dia- Anna's Moroccan for its upcoming Seacamp field trip. The Banana Republic monds. Register to win his or her watches salon will provide free haircuts to all comers from Dunkins Diamonds! Bath & Body Works between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. (Walk-ins are Brookstone Discover some fabulous clothing for the welcome.) The kids are asking for donations Cheshire Cat Toys fall, both casual and holiday fashions, the of $10 per child or $20 per adult with all the Chico's newest looks in hair and make-up and the proceeds going into their Seacamp Fund. Clockworks best in skin care and health trends. There Draper's & Damon's will be onsite air brush tanning, hair cuts, EchoSurf permanent rnake-up, spa treatments and St. Isabel/First Link Eyctopian Optical massage and displays on the latest in plastic Gap surgery techniques and new health advance- clinic at church Gap Kads ments. Preventive blood testing will be provided Island Pursuit Check out vacation and travel destina- at St. Isabel's on Saturday, Nov. 15, from Janeen'sWhiteworks/Bridal tions, food samples, kids' toys, cutlery, 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tests for prostate cancer, Key West Boutique kitchen gadgets and cooking demonstra- diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, heart-related Mayors Jewelers tions. There will be prizes, entertainment, problems arid hepatitis will be available as Merle Norman Cosmetics and lots of free seminars. From great holi- will most of the standard blood chemistry Omaha Steaks day gift ideas for everyone in the family to levels — cholesterol, thyroid, estrogen, liver Patehington everything for your home this season... function, etc. Allergy and other profiles will . Portfolio . "Shop 'til you Drop" at this year's Florida also be offered. Sufi as a Grape Women's Expo! Starting at $30, all tests are reviewed by SunsjldSH Hut The event is sponsored by The News- a board-certified physician and mailed Swim N Sport directly to the participant. First Link does Talbots Press, B103.9. 106.3, Comcast, Kent V. 1 Hasen M.D., City-Biz Directory, Nuevos not file for insurance at this time, but log- The Mole HOIL Ecos and QVC Home Shopping Network. ging on to www.lstUnkmedical.com will The Piano Gallery 'Ihomas Kinkuilp gallery For additional information, call 543-9998. allow one to view prices and the various workup packages that are available. Touch Spa & Salon Flu and pneumonia shots will be avail- Trader Rick's AARP November Program able at the same time for $20/$25; Medicare Have you met Dr. Steve Bortone? Do (Part B) is accepted for these. \iLimin W.rlJL you know what the marine laboratory on the Walk-ins will be welcome for the island does? Do you know how iortunate we flu/pneumonia shots butpre-registration and are here on Sanibel to- havfe such a grand appointments are required fbr the blood test- Bacchus & Co. research facility? ing. Call (866) 302-5663 with questions or to register/make an appointment. Big Olaf Creamery Come on Friday, Nov. 14, at 1:30 p.m. to Biptro 41 the islands November AARP meeting to Biaekhawk Coffee Cafe hear Bortone discuss local marine issues Chamber monthly box lunch ('antina Laredo and tell attendees about the Marine Lab of The Sanibel & Captiva Islands Chamber IJ"Amico & Sons which he is the director. The lab is a pro- Johnny Rockets gram of the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation of Commerce Box Lunch is Tuesday, Nov. 11. Featured will be three gurus from Lee 1\i.-te of Nc-w York Foundation. Bortone was formerly the T(J1 Kridav's director of environmental science at the County Electric Co-op: Ken Simmons, Conservancy of Southwest Florida and, for Assistant Manager of Operations; Allen HOTELS the past 35 years, has conducted research on Ruth, Supervisor & Distribution Contracts; Mohdaj Inn Select the life history of estuarine organisms, espe- and Lewis Walton, Manager of Marketing 1 Ifimcwood Suites- cially fishes and seagrasses, chiefly in the & Energy Services. Their topic will be the southeastern U.S. and the Gulf of Mexico. island's power service. He has served as scientific editor and The lunch will be at Sanibel Community reviewer for numerous organizations and is House, 2173 Periwinkle Way from 11:30 widely traveled in conducting his research a.m, to 1 p.m. A hot and cold buffet of sal- and teaching activities. ads, entrees, desserts will be catered by Sanibel-Captiva AARP meets at the Island Cow. Island Senior Center on Library way off Advanced reservations are required by 5 Palm Ridge Road. Please call Yolande p.m., Friday, Nov. 7. The fee:is $10 for Welch at 395-3372 with any questions. Chamber members and guests, These AARP meetings are a pleasant way to Please fax your registration to 472-1070, meet fellow islanders as well as enjoy an or e-mail: [email protected]. informative program and participate in refreshments and fellowship. Fundraiser to benefit Periwinkle Playhouse 131BELLTOWER SHOPS Seniors bazaar Come join the fun at the big stakes — ft | BECAUSE YOU DESERVE THE BEST The first Island Seniors Bazaar of the island style — poker game on Thursday, season will be Nov. 15 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 20, at the Sanibel Community House. and take place at the Civic Center (former The event will benefit the Periwinkle library) on Library Way. All kinds of items Playhouse. A tax-deductible registration fee will be available, from plants and decorative of $35 will enter participants in a fast-paced, gourds to jewelry, handcrafted goodies and three-tiered game of Texas Hold'em. A light calamondiri marmalade... and treasures from the traditional Trash 'n' Treasures Happenings, see page 11 r 8 • Week of November 7 - 13, 2003 • Islander improving its recycling performance; however, work ing, "We're a society of conveniences... and those conve- Renew commitment to recycling remains to be done. Despite the City's best efforts, last year, niences mean more trash... The only reason for not recy- Sanibel recycled only eight pounds for every 100 pounds of cling is laziness. We're starting to slip back to our old ways. Nov. 15 is America Recycles Day, a national effort to waste generated, compared to the state-mandated goal of People need to take personal responsibility for their own educate the country about the economic, social, and envi- recycling 30 pounds for every 100 pounds generated. waste... A lot more could be recycled." ronmental benefits of recycling and buying recycled. While the volume of recycled goods is trending upward, The Sanibel City Council has taken steps this year to Sanibel Recycles! a local citizens group whose mission is to the amount we're recycling compared to the overall amount address this growing national problem. In June, it adopted promote a culture of "reduce, reuse, and recycle" on of waste we're generating is on a downward trend (from an a resolution (#03-047), which encourages all residents of Sanibel, has established a goal of helping Sanibel, through 11 percent recycling rate in 1999 down to eight percent in Sanibel and visitors to Sanibel to recycle to the greatest public education and outreach, to triple the amount of waste 2002). Sanibel is increasing its overall generation of waste extent possible. This resolution is certainly timely. that is recycled by encouraging all sectors of the island (res- at five times the rate it's increasing its recycling. Now that trash hauling rates have increased due to the idents, visitors, and businesses) to adopt recycling. In a Sept. 29 article in the News-Press, county officials causeway crisis, there are opportunities for residences, con- Recycling is responsible resource management. By recy- expressed their concerns about the rapidly growing trash dominiums, and businesses to save on their overall waste cling, we conserve our valuable resources, protect our air generation of Lee County residents — a 50% increase from hauling bill by shifting some of their waste from the trash and water from harmful pollutants, and strengthen our econ- five years ago. This development has prompted higher cans and dumpsters to the recycling bins — it helps the bot- omy. A community's recycling rate is a basic indicator of its garbage bills and an $80 million expansion to the county's tom line. environmental values. incinerator slated to begin next year. Recycling is a winner all around, so get involved. And be Sanibel has made progress in the past two years on While the county used to be one of the top recyclers in sure you're recycling everything you can. the state, its recycling performance has now fallen below the Pf you need more information about how to recycle on state-mandated goal. Rudy Busch, executive director of Sanibel, visit Sanibel Recycles! Web page at www.sani- Keep Lee County Beautiful, is quoted in the article as say- belvision,org or call 472-6565. Eventually he did, with the aid of associates in film production. Today, that company is called Special Kids v\ Pioneer in video modeling for children with Speech & Skill Development Video Modeling Programs — with offices autism and other development disabilities in Sanibel, FL and Haitland, WI — Sanibel, FL - Research today clearly demonstrates that and based on the success Special video modeling can be a highly effective strategy for help- Kids has achieved in more than 30 ing children with autism and other developmental disabili- countries, the company is embarking ties acquire verbal, early academics, -self-help and social on an ambitious new product devel- skills (see Journal of Positive Behavior Interventions, opment launch (the first in five iforliriilK^i Winter 2003). John Sprecher years). :VjJ While this may seem obvious today, knowing what we Currently, Special Kids offers 1 i Call & Well Liquor " "-. do about the highly visual nature of children with autism video modeling programs that focus on early academics, Draft & Bottle Beer ( spectrum disorder, this wasn't necessarily the case even 10 communications, social, self-help and play skills. Through Select House Wine years ago. But one parent then had an idea that video mod- 2004, the company will introduce a number of new pro- eling could reach and teach youngsters, and it turned out he grams by popular demand of parents including safety, social was right. skills, music, sports, conversations and toileting. In addition, mm Bm John Sprecher began his work innocently enough, pro- programs specifically for teens with autism and develop- Sesame Encrusted Ahi Tuna, Crispy Fried ducing a home videotape of the alphabet and numbers 1-10 ment disabilities will be added, such as hygiene for teen CalamarL, Chilled Oysters, Steamed Shrimp, for his son, Jeff with autism. Jeff learned quickly, others in boys and teen girls. thh e locall aa&stt&x communiti y uv.fcdUdUw Sd iil Special Kids is also expanding its product line with other teei \krtteted MoHflrefta, Snow dab Legs, benefits vtfth theft chfldrefrTby offlfettg iiar interactive flashcards Chicken Wings. ^ sequent article in the national Autism Society of America (which are likewise printable), animated music videos, magazine generated letters from around the world, encour- behavior models (laminated, step-by-step, numeric- and aging Sprecher to produce his programs. word-based illustration boards that guide the individual through a task — such as showering —• start to finish) and social stories. All research and products will be available on Open til 11p.m. for a new website, to be launched December 1, 2003. For more information, contact John Sprecher at dimeronFrioidSat. [email protected], telephone 8OO-K1DS-153 or visit http://special-kids.com/. *119." adults • *1O9.95 seniors JANE RANIERI /lEA Certified Aquatic Personal Trainer " -395-3574 Private, In-Home Sessions with flexibilty, Cardiovascular & Resistance training Let your pool work for you! ATLANTICAT, our brand new Hi-Speed Catamaran, is fully stabilizled for your comfort. Three decks, satellite TV, great food and free parking. 3& SHOP ONLINE AT www.swedensfinest.com hours crossing time. Call now for reservations! departs Ft Myers Bch 8:00 am arrives Key West 11:30 am A Swedish Affair SW I departs Key West 5:00 pm The Finest in Scandinavian Handicraft arrives Ft Myers Ben 8:30 pm o Ro aI o 2 tfiyisllsL V Palrn Square CO 1400 fn —^ <9HiiifP*^ Colonial Blvd. X-Press to Key West 5 ^^^^^m Ft- Myer-s, FL 33907 o iilHii^linii? Open: Mon-Sat 10-6 33 •PBI Bank President Robbie Roepstorff welcomes Allen R. Myers to Bank of the Islands. Allen R. Myers has joined the staff of Bank of the Islands as a Loan Originator and will be serving customers, both busi- ness and personal, with their loan and Carrie Funke joins Bank of the mortgage needs. Islands as a teller. "Allen is an experienced loan specialist and financial consultant, and we're very served in the United States Postal Service happy to have him join our team," bank in Minnesota for 13 years. president Robbie Roepstorff said last "Carrie has the kind of positive, helpful week. "Because he has been part of the attitude our staff members like to share island banking community for the past four with their customers," Roepstorff said . years, he understands the needs of our "We're happy to have her join us." island customers and how to best serve And, once again this year, Bank of the them." Islands has Entertainment Books available In addition to his professional back- for purchase. The books, containing a wide ground, Allen is a dedicated island volun- variety of dining and entertainment dis- teer. He is involved in Sanibel-Captiva count opportunities, cost $30 each. Rotary, the Sanibel Beautification Proceeds from each sale go to the Committee, the Sanibel Junior Achieve- Scholarship Fund of the American ment Program and United Way of Lee Business Women's Association. All islanders are invited to stop by the County. His professional affiliations bank lobby at 1699 Periwinkle Way include the Sanibel-Captiva Chamber of between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. to make their Commerce, Sanibel-Captiva Board of purchase for this worthy cause. Realtors and the Southwest Florida • • Bank of the Islands, a name synony- Association of Mortgage Brokers. mous with island community banking TWEEN WATERS INN The bank is also welcoming Carrie since 1974, has been voted Best Island 800-223-5865 • 239-472-5161* www.tween-waters.com Funke to their banking services team as. a Bank for the last five years. E-mail [email protected] • P.O. Box 249, Captiva Island, FL 33924 teller. Prior to joining the bank, Carrie 10 • Week of November 7-13, 2003 • Islander others, as well as some fascinating native Happenings, from page 5 plants. buffet will be served from 6 to 6:45 p.m. Also, participants will have the opportu- and a demonstration game will be in Adventures can be seen every Saturday nity to take a look into the past with Chet progress. At 7 sharp the first tier of Texas morning on ABC at 7 a.m. He is also a reg- Newcomb from Kissimmee State Park as he Hold'em will take place, and at 10 all pla> ular guest with wildlife on the Late Show tells tales of his "life" as a Cow Hunter from will stop. If necessary, a sudden-death play- with David Letterman and the Maury Povich his camp along the trail. off will take place. Prizes will be awarded to Show. The amphitheater will have a range of the last 10 remaining players. Seating is The program is on Thursday, Nov. 13, hands-on activities like stamp art, face paint- limited and it is strongly suggested you pre- from5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at BIG ARTS. Come ing, hands-on artifacts, and palm weaving. register by calling 472-0324. Rules foi listen to Jack perform a live wildlife show Create something to take home! Texas Hold'em can be picked up at on the stage of BIG ARTS. Bring your fam- Volunteer naturalists will be along the Periwinkle Playhouse on Periwinkle across ily to this event and learn about some of boardwalk trail and available to point out from the Community House or online at Florida's fabulous animals. wildlife and answer questions. It will be a www.learn-texas-holdiem.com This program is FREE, but you MUST fun and educational day for all ages! get your tickets in advance. Tickets are Six Mile Cypress Slough is located at Annual Thanksgiving program given out on a first-come basis. No tickets Penzance Boulevard along Six Mile will be given out at the door, and no one will Cypress Parkway, between Colonial and The islands' family Thanksgiving Eve be admitted without a ticket. Tickets can not Daniels.There is a $5 per vehicle program program will be held Nov. 26 at starting ai be reserved; you must pick up your tickets at fee. For more information, call 432-2004 7:30 p.m. at the Sanibel Community House the "Ding" Darling Education Center or at This ecumenical, interfaith program is BIG Arts before the 13th. There is a 10-tick- held annually the evening before Thanks- et maximum per request. Astronomy programs offered giving with members of local congregations Every Saturday afternoon at 1:30 and 3 invited to participate. In addition to songs p.m., Steve Smith -— sea captain, world and psalms, Councilman Jim Jennings will Hireling outings begin traveler, and professional astronomer — deliver a Thanksgiving message. There are will take interested participants on an unfor- always favors for each family and take- Sanibel-Captiva Audubon starts up this Free Jack Hanna show season's birding outings with a trip gettable tour of the nighttime skies. home activities for each child and the pro- At 1:30 he will introduce the wonders of gram ends with Bailey's fresh cider and On Nov 13, the J.N. "Ding" Darling through "Ding" Darling National Wildlife National Wildlife Refuge is proud to host a Refuge on Saturday, Nov. 8 (tomorrow). the current night sky, so that attendees can homemade cookies (contributions to the go outside .at night, see them in the real sky cookie buffet are more than welcome. free live wildlife show by TV personality, These outings are open to the public, and wildlife expert, and National Wildlife this one actually proceeds by car (or bike, and know what they're looking at. Costumed Pilgrim ushers will hand out At 3 he will explore our connections to programs and help children who want to try Refuge Centennial Commissioner, Jack if you prefer) through the refuge. The only Hanna. Hanna is a conservationist, an edu- cost is the $5 refuge entrance fee. Meet at the universe using the astonishing pho- writing with a quill pen. Visitors to the tographs returned by the Hubble Space islands are always welcome. cator, author, and a director emeritus of the the tram stop in the overflow parking lot at Columbus Zoo in Ohio. 8 a.m.; call Malcolm Harpham at 395- Telescope. His shows are interspersed with Help is needed around 3 p.m. with set- lively stories from his travels and his experi- ting up chairs; in other years, young people Recognizing the important role the 3804 for further details. refuge plays in the Fort Myers community ences in more than 30 years as an have gained some of their community ser- astronomer and popular lecturer. vice credits by helping with set-up. Anyone, and South Florida ecosystem, Hanna has volunteered his time and expertise to put on Born to be Wild For more information, contact Planetarium who can help should call program coordi- Director Carole Helper at 275-3435. nator Jean Wood, at 472-0673. a show for the public. Jack Hanna's Animal The Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve of Lee County Parks & Rec is co-hosting with its Friends Group its annual Born to Low-tide loafing sunset walk b^M^ l celebratiol n o^ Satu.miaj*M©!w.l5* - from noon to 4 p.m. Put on your wadding shoes and vfsir me The Slough (pronounced "slew") is a creatures of the intertidal zone at Bowditch l-CSobczak's Bestseller beautiful wetlands preserve with over a Point Regional Preserve on Sat., Nov. 8 at mile of elevated boardwalk trail and five 4:15 p.m. We'll leisurely make our way observation decks for viewing wildlife. from the bay to the beach checking out what Walking through this lush ecosystem one the low tide has uncovered. We'll be at can observe an amazing variety of native Sunset Point hi time to catch the show - , ,>v ^Ty--••-.-— plants and animals. good photo opportunity. Adults, children Born to be Wild! shows visitors the (under 16 must be with adult), $3; age 5 and adaptations animals and plants have to under are free. For more information and live on this type of habitat. This day of fun registration, please call (239) 461-7440. and discovery will feature live animals Bowditch Point Preserve is at the end of and animal displays that include baby Estero Boulevard at the northern tip of Fort panthers from Felines & Friends, an owl Myers Beach, meet at the picnic tables from Calusa Nature Center, turtles from behind Flip Flops Cafe. Parking free with the Imaginarium, a baby alligator from program registration. Bowditch Point Babcock Ranch, and along with come Regional Preserve is a Lee County Parks and Recreation facility. 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For spon- Internationally known writer to speak sorship information, call Harry Rodda at Hope Hospice at On Nov. 18, Rabbi Harold S. Kushner, author of inter- 489-9162. national best-sellers and award-winning inspirational and Sponsorship opportunities motivational books, will make a free presentation to the • Tournament Sponsors ($1,000) will be listed as such at Phone: the top of the sponsor's board and appear prominently on public at 7 p.m. at the Harborside Event Center. Partner: Kushner's presentation will focus on his latest best-sell- the back of the T-shirt and in all press releases. er, The Lord Is My Shepherd: The Healing Wisdom of • Court Sponsors ($500) will be so designated on the Address: the Twenty-Third Psalm. The book will be available for sponsor's board, have their names in all press releases, purchase and the rabbi will sign books after the event. and be listed on the T-shirt "This presentation by Rabbi Kushner is our gift to the • Match Sponsors ($250) will be displayed as a Match community," said Hope Hospice president and CEO Sponsor on the board, listed on the back of the shirt, and Samira K. Beckwith. "The people of Southwest Florida named in the program. Please circle appropriate bracket have been very good to us with both their gifts and their time... This is our way of saying thank you." Kushner's • Set Sponsors ($100) will appear on the shirt and in the Men's: 3.0 3.5 4.0 4.5 presentation is the keynote event for the month. program. Women's: 3.0 3.5 4.0 4.5 Kushner was named Rabbi Laureate of Temple Israel All sponsors will receive a Luc Century original, and in the Boston suburb of Natick after serving the congre- sponsors and donors will be listed in Wings of Hope, the Please mail entry form and fee to: . gation for 24 years. He is best known as the author of Hope Hospice newsletter. The Sanctuary Golf Club When Bad Things Happen to Good People, an interna- Contributions of any amount in support of this event are Attn: Christie Bradley tional best- seller first published in 1981. The book has always appreciated. been translated into 14 languages and was recently 2801 Wulfert Road selected by members of the Book of the Month Club as Sanibel, FL 33957 one of the 10 most influential books of recent years. Artwork to benefit Hope Hospice Tel: 472-5276 To attend, please call Hope Hospice at 656-3260 and Also in recognition of National Hospice Month, Gulf leave a recorded message to indicate the number of peo- Harbour Jewelers on McGregor in Fort Myers is exhibiting Please return the form by ple in your group." 15 acrylic and oil paintings by part-time Fort Myers resident Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2003 at 5 p.m. As another of the month's signature events, the Bill Wilhelm. There are still lifes, landscapes and portraits Sanctuary Golf Club will host the Hope Hospice Tennis among other subjects. Entitled The Callepitar Collection, Challenge on Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 22 & 23. This the sale of any of the works will benefit Hope Hospice, an is a bracketed men's and women's doubles tournament; organization the 85-year-old Wilhelm truly appreciates and Beachview Men's Golf Association the format will be single elimination with consolation supports. Beachview Golf Club kicked off their men's league rounds. Deadline for entry is Wednesday, Nov. 19, at 5 His wife died of lung cancer on New Year's Day, 2002, Saturday, November 1st with a scramble and a wel- p.m. and the entry fee is $50 per person ("payable to Hope under the care of Hope Hospice and the collection is dedi- come hack luncheon. Leading (.he way was .lack Hospice). cated to hei, to hib two grandu Lighters and to nib daughter, it Tukey, Tom Judson and Al Krausc with a. 47. Second For additional information, call Christie Bradley al i$ named for tite way one of the granddaughters pronounced place, and only one stroke behind, was Bjorn Olssen, 472-5276. Call the same number for starting times after "caterpillar"... before she died at age 5'A of leukemia. Also Ken Gillett, Tom Maggio and Dick Grant. In third 10 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 21. Tournament play begins at available are signed bound copies of Wilhelm's 90-piece place, with a score of 48.75, were Ed Young, John 8:30 a.m. on Saturday. collection. Royse, Stan Sheft and Tom Kroeger. always know what to give one another for. Fishing club to meet The Dunes hosts first InterClub golf match holiday gifts: golf balls and ball retrievers." Tuesday, Nov. 11, the Sanibel Island The team is grateful to Cathe Fishing Club will hold its monthly meeting Ransavage, PGA teaching professional at at 6:30 p.m. at the Sanibel Community the Dunes, who volunteered to serve as House on Periwinkle Way. The speaker consultant. will be Captain Tony Morelli, an experi- Donna Griesbaum is the captain for The enced backbay, as well as offshore guide, Dunes Team. She and Bonnie were both so who will present an in-depth program on proud of the organization done by The how to catch near-shore gag grouper, king Dunes in setting the standard for the sea- and Spanish mackerel. son. Kevin McCune, the general manager, Morelli has been fishing Lee County made it possible. Brett Graham and his waters, for over 14 years and has been a L-R: Joannie Secrest, June Muench, Becky CirHlo, Jodi Cothran, Crethe staff in the Pro Shr p did a very profession- . licensed guide for the past seven, operating Christensen, Donna Griesbaum, Bonnie Byrne, and Pam Brodersen. al job of coordinating the tournament. Jim under the name of Y-Not Charters. He fish- Tobin, his rangers, and cart attendants were es on a 23-foot Sea Pro using Tica rods and October 31 was a special day for the Lee October through April. At the end of the most hospitable in greeting the ladies, reels. Island Coast InterClub at The Dunes Golf season, the overall winners in both divi- And Chris Polak, Food and Beverage and Tennis Club. It was the inaugural event sions will be awarded beautiful traveling Manager, and his staff did an outstanding This will be an excellent program for for the InterClub group. trophies. local anglers interested in catching the near job presenting a continental breakfast and Jane Sweeney of the Legends Golf and Bonnie said what was the most fun and luncheon. The effort, the hours, and the shore gag grouper as they make their fall Country Club in Fort Myers, and Bonnie migration to within 10 miles of the beach- rewarding for her was seeing people get expertise that these people put in were Byrne of The Dunes, had been working .really excited and enthused about this com- greatly appreciated. es. separately on the concept for the past cou- petition. "It's peaked interest in trying to Morelli will also speak on the best baits, ple of years. When Jane and Bonnie got improve our golf games, to become more TEAM wire and tackle for catching the fall king together this past May, the idea started to • familiar with match play, and to continue to . GROSS NET mackerel run, which is at its peak in late take fruition. It was organized over the try to learn the rules of golf. Dunes 39.5 41 November. The club is planning a group summer with six golf clubs from the area Forest 39.5 40.5 outing for both these species on Nov. 22. "The spirit of competition develops which fielded eight ladies per team. good friendships off the course and chal- Gateway 37.5 34 The public is invited to attend the meet- The format is Match Play, awarding ing and learn more about the Sanibel lenging competition on the course," Bonnie Miromar Lakes 34.5 38 points for low gross and low net scores. continued. She also commented on the Legends ; 32.5 31.5 Island Fishing Club. For additional infor- Points are accumulated throughout the sea- wonderful wildlife that can be seen while mation please call Charles Sobczak, presi- son as play is held at every club from Fiddlesticks 32.5 31 dent, at 472-0491. playing at The Dunes—- and —that "we 12 • Week of November 7-13, 2003 • Islander - i • Silver Chef Nancy Tracy turns food service into an affordable luxury by Nancy Santeusanio solve your problem and turn it into an my entire life and love to entertain." Special to The Islander affordable luxury. One of her favorite recommendations is No — she's not a magician, but a per- "Let kids come into the kitchen, even How often have you said, "If only I son with a passion for cooking and qual- though they don't seem too interested. • didn't have to cook! Actually I love (or ified as a graduate and member of the Encourage them and teach them how to hate) to cook, but my problem is TIME." United States Personal Chef stir (kids love to stir), measure, chop Planning menus, shopping for groceries Association. and don't let them be like the kid who and preparing meals, paying attention to Tracy grew up in an ethnic Hungarian came into my kitchen and was amazed dietary restrictions like "Who's on some neighborhood in Toledo, Ohio, just that the' bottom of the stove was for kind of diet?" and then doing that dread- around the corner from "Tony Packo's" more than storing pots and pans." In ed "clean up" consumes a lot of peo- restaurant made famous in connection general, she adds, "Always check inside ple's most valuable commodity called with the Mash TV series. the oven before you begin to bake or TIME. Her mother was the master shopper you may be surprised!" This is where the Silver Chef stars. who would cut coupons for food sav- To kick off the fall season, Nancy All her culinary services are customized ings, plan for the week, do all her shop- held a paella demonstration at to your specific needs and can be as ping on Thursday, yet didn't drive! The Matsumoto's Gallery. The reason she simple or elaborate as you wish. family never went out to eat and she chose paella is that she is planning a trip Whether you are a busy person (and never repeated the same menu in a to Spain in 2004 to attend a culinary who isn't?) who wants delicious meals month. Sounds like some kind of bionic school in San Sebastian or Barcelona, for your family or yourself, an older woman — that was her mom! and is researching her choices. person who has grown tired of cooking While vacationing in Australia, "I like schools that take you into the or a hostess trying to plan a dinner Nancy changed her career from kitchen market so that you can become party, Silver Chef Nancy Tracy can design to personal chef. "I've cooked acquainted with the region's culture." She learns how the people prepare their foods and use the ingredients specific to Nancy Tracy Qii. using it the same day." Swimming Pool Cleaning "ffte-'&fm^ldgie T^sttftry applies In her own yard, Nancy is redoing her &> Maintenance here, using local produce and she truly landscape to include lots of fruit trees appreciates the "backyard gardeners" like guava, mango, papaya and key Weekly Cleanings • Storm Cleanups who give her a portion of their produce. lime. 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No one Now if your curiosity has been leave it in the refrigerator or freezer." menu fits all, but the favorite top choic- peaked but you still can't quite believe When people are coming in late at night, es are the 'comfort' foods. Meat loaf all this is for real, it's time to call Silver the last thing they want to do is stop at and mashed potatoes, chicken and Chef Nancy Tracy at 239-634-1246 or an all-night store but now with this ser- dumplings, Southern style ham and bis- e-mail: thesilverchef®hotmail.com to vice they can enjoy fresh juice, home- cuits not to mention country fried steak learn how this enviable Personal Chef made baked muffins and coffee in the and gravy." Whether she's using a service can be an affordable luxury. morning without leaving their condo. Mediterranean ancient style of cooking This is a new convenience Tracy offers on her web site: thesilver chef.com beginning in late November. This includes a listing of menus and ser- SEAWEED GALLERY vices, background information about the silver chef, and what's new in cooking. Right now, this service can be accessed through the Chamber website: sanibel- captiva.org. Collective Artisans & Mermaids — Featuring Local Artists Many times people have questions 2055 Periwinkle Way, Suite 3 3 Locations!! 11509 Andy Rosse Lane Sanibel Island, Florida 33957 2340 Periwinkle Way (in village Shops) Captiva Island, Florida about cooking. Following a food Sanibel, Florida demonstration, people ask for recipes Nancy Tracy 472-2585 and, "If they e-mail: thesilverchef® and planning a dinner party where the hotmail. com, I am happy to share.. hostess is not "the chief cook", organiz- There are no secrets in cooking. When er, shopper, server and clean-up staff. people want to cook and are willing to Nancy starts with a consultation to spend time in the kitchen, everyone ascertain what the client wants and should be willing to share." needs. All menus are customized, an Much of her service is solving the appointment to cook is made, and "What's for dinner?" problem, prepar- Nancy is in charge of the rest, from the ing meals for older people with dietary initial shopping trip to whatever else the Connie's restrictions, preparing and properly client wishes. freezing several "ready to cook, thaw "I love to do 'table scaping' which is and enjoy" entrees for holiday guests Connection It 7 * •• • • s Will you be unable to oversee the job as Everything Ikki ! it is taking place? More If so, you need On-Site Assurance New Cross Stitch Designs Paintings and Prints Our process assures the finished project is on time, Jewelry, Cards and Sculpture a within budget for a "no-surprises'' outcome. 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The play is In this original adaptation by Kids Conspiracy founder, based on the life and times of Julian of Norwich and her Shawn Holiday, Don Quixote maintains the original humor written work, Revelations of Divine Love. of tilting at windmills and wrestling with sheep, while mak- Julian, born in 1342,. is the first-known ing a funny and engaging stoiy for all to enjoy. In addition Englishwoman whose written work survives. Mystic to concepts of honor and duty, audience members will also writer and spiritual guide, she survived the Hundred get an important message about the value of reading. Years' War, three outbreaks of the Black Plague that Beginning in the winter of 2004, Kids Conspiracy will be reduced the population of England by half, the Peasants presenting the show in area schools. Revolt, and the Great Western Schism. In our time of Don Quixote by Cervantes will be presented today, international and national anxiety and violence, her Friday, Nov. 7, at 7 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 9, at 2; Tuesday, Nov. words of forgiveness and. reconciliation speak across 11, at 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. (there's no school); and generations and offer profound hope. Saturday, Nov. 15, at 11:30 and 1 at the Foulds Theatre, on Loving, who is the pastor and head of staff at the the Alliance of the Arts campus, 10091 McGregor in Fort House of Hope Presbyterian Church in St. a Master's of poor in Harlem Heights. Myers. Tickets are $5 with group rates available. For infor- Divinity from McCormick Theological Seminary in On Tuesday, Nov. 18, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., a mation, call 936-3239. Chicago. She has presented this particular play for 11 Woman's Retreat will be held in Fellowship Hall of the Kids Conspiracy, founded in 1999, presents quality the- years across the country and recently in Norwich, church to reflect on the themes from Julian of Norwich. ater year round for families using local actors. It is the chil- England, in Julian's home church. A check for $25 payable to SCWIM at the church dren's theater division of Theatre Conspiracy, Inc., a 501 (c) A freewill offering will be accepted with any pro- includes lunch. A reservation is required. non-profit theater company and the resident company of the ceeds above expenses to go to Brightest Horizon For further information, please call the church office Foulds Theatre. Mission, a daycare center for children of the working at 472-0497. Nativity exhibit opens African tribal peoples also will be exhibited This afagsu... t. The art can be purchased individually or Aboriginals: Art of the First Person will open its first which has been presented annually.jbr 10-yeatsTruns as a group... or one can pick and choose between all the modular pieces to create an individual work of art. show of the winter season today-with a special exhibit of through Nov. 30. - As one of the most diverse gal- Native American and other tribal nativity scenes entitled Aboriginals,;. which features fine tribal art from Native America, Australia, Africa and the Arctic is in its 14th year leries in Southwest Florida, Tower What Child is This? , represents an assorted body of work, Nativity-scenes have been a part of Native American cul- of operation at 2340 Periwinkle Way, in The Village. Its phone number is 395-2200 and the hours are 10 a.m. to 5 ranging from raku, art glass, fine-art ture since the first Catholic missionaries ventured into the p.m. Monday through Sunday. Find Aboriginals on the web furniture, hand-painted wooden Southwest. In recent years, the portrayals of the holiday-ori- at www.tribalworks.com. bowls and handcrafted jewelry to ented scenes have been executed paintings, drawings, photography in stunning works of pottery by and sculpture. some of the pueblos' finest pot- Exhibit continues at Tower Gallery Collaborations/ Innovations will tery artisans. Collaborations / Innovations—A Very Special Show, the hang through November. For more information, call 472- Scenes range from four pieces 4557 or visit our web site: www.towergallery-sanibel.com. to 13 pieces, by artists from exhibit of 12-inch-by-12-inch pieces created by the coop's Cochiti, Isleta, Jemez, San artists, continues at the Tower Gallery. The concept was to Hdefonso, Santa Clara and Taos. create modular, uniform pieces in such a way that each indi- Additional Nativity Sets from vidual piece, when hung.together becomes apart of a much Dine Dockside and Enjoy Mouthwatering Delights From the Sea It Doesn't Get Any Fresheri Gramma Dots Serving Seaside Saloon Lunch 11:30 AM Dinner 5:00 I'M Winner of 11 Taste of the Islands "Awards" r.il-i mil \\,iil.il>l< Our latest win for j lHatvli „,... "THE PEOPLE'S CHOICE AWARD" Sanibe! Marina 472-8138 3 Years in a row 634 N. Yachtsman Come See Why! Sanibel, FL 18 • Week of November 7-13, 2003 • Islander Bert MacCarry explained. "Folktales have Gallery hosts Causey Ronald McDonald House benefit traveled from one continent to another and Join Crossed Palms Gallery at Bokeelia The 3rd Annual Bonita Springs across the oceans with traders, travelers, in welcoming this month's featured artist, Holiday Arts & Crafts Show will be held sailors, immigrants, and slaves." Island writers to meet Teri Causey, on Friday, Nov. 14, from 4 to 9 Nov. 15 and 16 at the Bonita Springs At the TTT meeting, storytellers may Plaza. Open from 10 a.m. to 5 p,m. on choose a folktale from any one world cul- A joint meeting of the Island Writers p.m. Causey is a Fort Myers resident who Saturday, 10 to 4 Sunday, the show fea- ture and adapt it to a Florida setting. Groups will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 28, at tures fine artists and craftspeople from "Perhaps a Florida Cinderella story will the Sanibel Community Church in Roms paints her handmade furniture in a signature whimsical, tropical style. around the U.S. and Canada and benefits be told — adding it to the thousands of 107-109. The well-known island author, the Ronald McDonald House of South- other variants on this tale which probably Charles Sobczak, will discuss his latest and These Crossed Palms Meet-the-Artist nights are filled with fun, beautiful art, good west Florida. holds the record for worldwide adapta- most timely novel, A Choice of Angels, tion," MacCarry said. which explores the divisions that exist friends, delicious refreshments and unfor- TTT meetings are free and open to the between Christian and Islamic cultures. gettable views of Charlotte Harbor. The Annual Holiday Art Affair public for ages 5 to 95. Both tellers and The program starts at 7 p.m. immediate- gallery is located at 8315 Main Street in Bokeelia, on the north end of Pine Island listeners are welcome. For information, ly following a 6:30 business meeting. It is call 472-1781. open to the public and a great opportunity overlooking Charlotte Harbor. It is open for anyone who wants to learn more about daily year-round from 11 a.m. to 5 pjn. the islands', writers groups. For more information or directions, Songwriters follow dreams please call the gallery at 283-2283. Nashville Song Search offers critical" Uncanned tuna exposure for budding songwriters to music industry insiders. Winners in seven Theatre Conspiracy once again proudly categories are flown to the city where presents A Tuna Christmas by Jaston and help feed the hungry Patsy Cline first lent her ethereal voice to Williams and Joe Sears. "I Fall To Pieces" and Hank Williams A Tuna Christmas revisits the town of Area residents can start celebrating the recorded "Lovesick Blues." Category Tuna, Texas, a hilarious little hamlet where holidays and help feed the hungry at at the winners stay at the Hilton across from the the population is, to say the least, unique. annual Holiday Carol Sing-a-long at Marcia Hopkins-York Bird Buddies Country Music Hall of Fame, play in the This installment has them all wrapped up in Fran round at the world-famous Bluebird Cafe, the season of giving. The Holiday hubbub Cimmino will and will be guests of honor at a concert includes the annual yard display contest, Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Southwest accompany the hosted by singer, songwriter and Christmas pageant censorship and a myste- Singalong Florida has announced the date for its sec- Mercury/Nashville recording artist Terri rious phantom stirring up some Christmas ond annual Holiday Art Affair to benefit Clark. chaos — 22 characters played by two of the Harborside Event their Making It On Purpose project. The area's finest actors — Bill Taylor and Pete Center on Tuesday, event will be held Saturday, Nov. 22, the The seven categories for adults are Alexsy. Dec. 9. There is no evening before Thanksgiving, from 6 to Ballad, Up Tempo, Perfect for Terri Performances will be staged at the charge for the event, 10 p.m. at the historic Heitman House on (Clark), Traditional Country, Crossover, Foulds Theatre in Fort Myers Nov. 20 although everyone who the river in Downtown Fort Myers. and Parody. Songwriters under 18 years through 22, 28 and 29 and Dec.4 through 6 attends is encouraged A fantastic evening of art, dance, music old on Nov. 15, 2003, may enter in the at 8 p.m. and Nov. 23 and 30 at 2. to bring canned food for Community and so much more, the show includes over Under 18 category. Judging will be based Tickets are $16, $7 for students, and may Cooperative Ministries. 32 local artists who will be displaying on originality, lyrics and melody. be reserved by calling 936-3239. some of the finest work available in The Grand Prize winner will perform Southwest Florida. Their holiday gifts and on a CMA Music Festival stage and sign artwork will be for sale that evening with autographs from a festival booth. He or .$#r wj$, «&eLve a, professional piomp Brothers/Big Sisters. package to pitch the winning song to Culinary delights created by Jayne's major record labels. The winner also Victorian Garden are included in the tick- scores a mentoring session with a hit et price along with wine, music and enter- country songwriter, a $1,500 Garrison tainment. Give your holiday shopping a guitar, a six-hour songwriter's inside tour OPEN HOUSE pleasant jumpstart! This will definitely-be -of Music City, and a lesson with a master a night to remember. Tickets may be pur- guitarist." chased at the Blue Pepper on College One hundred percent of the $25 entry NOVEMBER NTH Parkway, Jayne's Victorian Garden Cafe fee benefits the Nashville Crisis Center^ a off McGregor by the Landings or by call- free 24-hour Crisis Counseling Center ing the Big Brothers/Big Sisters office at that has served Music City for 35 years. 12 - 2pm 278-0003. Ticket prices are $30 each or The contest deadline is Nov. 30, 2003. two for $50. An entry form may be requested by call- The local Making It On Purpose pro- ing (615) 298-3359 Ext. 231; by mail gram is a national pilot project for Big from Nashville Song Search, Post Office Brothers/Big Sisters. It seeks to identify at Box 41309, Nashville, TN 37204; or least some of the 133 teenage girls cur- downloaded from the website rently in foster care in our area who are www.nashvillesongsearch.com. approaching independent living status in order to match them with women in the community who can provide them with Art in the Garden some coaching and mentoring. The Naples Botanical Garden hosts its Current statistics show that one in four 2nd Annual Art in the Garden show the SANIBEL ISLAND, FLORIDA will re-enter the "system" through incar- weekend before Thanksgiving (Nov. 22 & ceration and another will become drug- or 23). The show includes the work of 11 alcohol- dependent. area artists who work in fused glass, oils, jew- Cinderella in Florida? elry, mixed At this month's meeting of the media painting, 97S Rabbit Rd. Tamiami Tale Tellers on Thursday, Nov. photography and 20, folktales from around the world will sculpture. A few be placed in a Florida setting. The TTT of them are Tiite Sanibel Island meeting takes place at 7 p.m. at The Baquero, Jessica Grand Court, 8351 College Parkway in Geraghty, Fort Myers. Jennifer Deane "Folktales ignore borders and bound- and Perry 472-8311 aries. They live and flourish wherever Thompson. they are taken," Sanibel spokesperson Islander • Week of November 7- 13, 2003 • 19 Center, and in Boston's Jordan Hall. The Yamamoto, a master of Gyotaku. Like all Cathy Taylor. Taylor Performers 1st concert Boston Globe said, "Esther Budiardjo worthy teachers, Helen Bailer, a basket returns to BIG -! 1 belongs to the elect pianists of our age... weaver, says she has "never stopped learn- ARTS to teach a Her playing summoned laughter and tears; ing and trying new techniques." Douglas master class on made the mind work, the spirits soar." The Flynt believes that because he is "aware of Friday and Saturday, Washington Post said, "Budiardjo chan- the thought processes in representational Nov. 14 & 15, from nels her brilliant technique into the heart translation of chosen subject matter" he L: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. of the matter ...[Her] wide-ranging arpeg- "can introduce students to these process- each day. A fun, gios, shimmering tremolos, sensitive pedal es." Students can then adapt them to "their extremely produc- work, extended legato and sheer energy own particular temperaments and needs." :L tive workshop for transformed the piano into radiant showers Pilar Baker, a goldsmith who turns puz- beginners and of orchestral impressionism." zle-shaped pieces of art into jewels, ts, monotype print- Tickets are available for $25. The BIG espouses as her credo William James' fa methods and tech- ARTS box office is open Monday through view: "It is art that makes life. And I kno1 high quality prints Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. — 395^0900. of no substitute whatsoever for the fo cost is $95 for the two and beauty of its process." There is artwork on view by manj|pnore ; a single print created by Phillips Gallery exhibit instructors who teach a large vgftety of aage painted on a surface On Saturday, Nov. 15th, from.5:30 to studio and art classes that ranggHxom oil, [iglas to paper. Monotype 7:30 p.m. - you are invited to meet the gouache, and acrylic painting, dra1 DWS thajffitist to create textures and sur- Artists-Teachers of BIG ARTS whose and life drawing, to sculpture, cas cts that cannot be obtained by works will be on display in Phillips Gallery clay, pottery and cecrfncs, plus fu: jsh. through the end of the month. 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Today! • UWM72-1587 Fax (239) 472-8398 20 • Week of November 7-13, 2003 • Islander The Gulf Coast stage personality, and impressive interpreta- Lipizer International professional artists to the Fort Myers area to Symphony has tions of ja/z standards make her one of the Competition to add to spend two weeks sharing their expertise announced a new lop young female artists in the Jazz world. his already impressive ! with all members of the community.-The recital series at the The lecital series continues on March 22 list of over a dozen artists will perform with the symphony, in Arcade Tiieatre. with Broadway star major international public recital, for various retirement com- This three-concert Ravil Atlas who competition awards. 1 munities, and do master classes and presen- series features performed the role Shepphard just won tations with six school partners. These part- artists who are part of Jean Valjean in the prestigious ners include the Gateway Elementary of the Symphony's over 1,000 perfor- American Piano Magnet School for Cultural Diversity, Artist in Residence mances of the Association Com- Cypress Lake Center for the Arts High program. The first Broadway block- petition and has Emil School & Middle School, Florida Gulf concert, Sunday, Maci Miller buster, Les Miser- become a sought-after Chudnovsky Coast University and Buckingham Special Nov. 9, at 7 p.rn., ables. He will per- chamber music collab- Needs School. This program is generously features jazz singer and songwriter Maci form Tenor Jokes: orator and accompanist. Chudnovsky will also underwritten in part by the Southwest Miller accompanied by the gifted young The life, music and perform the Tchaikovsky violin concerto with Florida Community Foundation, the City of jazz pianist, Frank Ponzio, from New York Ravil Atlas mind of a tenor (be the symphony during the Concert & Fort Myers Cultural Department, and the City. They will be joined by Symphony afraid, be VERY Conversation program on May 8 at BIG Arts. Galloway Family of Dealerships. members Leonard Mlejnek on drums & afraid), A veteran of the Broadway, opera Tickets to the recitals are $25 each and In addition to Galloway, the Foundation Robert Leisure on bass. The concert is and concert stages across the United States can be purchased in person at the Arcade and the City of Fort Myers, the Gulf Coast devoted to the music of the great American and around the world, he has performed in box office or by calling 332-4488. Symphony's 2003-2004 sponsors include songwriters —- Irving Berlin, George more than 65 productions that include more The Symphony's Galloway Magic American Eagle/American Airlines, Times Gershwin, Rodgers & Hammerstein, Lemer than 30 leading opera roles and dozens of Carpet Family Concert Series is a partner- of the Islands, WGCU, the Southwest & Loevve and others. portrayals in Broadway shows. Atlas will ship with the Galloway Family, the oldest Florida Regional Medical Center, and Miller's first album, A Very Good Night, also perform in the Gulf Coast Symphony's and most respected automotive organization Country Inn & Suites. first released in late 2000, raced to the topo f Andrew Lloyd Webber & Stephen Sondheim in Southwest Florida. Designed for children The symphony's music director and the jazz charts and is now being distributed Spectacular March 21 at Barbara B. Mann of all ages and especially for families, these founder, Dr. Andrew Kurtz, received his internationally. She has quickly become a Hall. free one-hour concerts are the perfect intro- doctorate from the Peabody Conservatory of much-in-demand artist. In December she The Downtown Recital Series at The duction to the symphony orchestra. Music. Kurtz is also producing artistic direc- leaves for a four month engagement in Arcade ends May 10, with the return to Fort Demonstrations, explanations, and one-on- tor of the Opera Theater of Philadelphia and Singapore, performing in the most Myers of violinist Emil Chudnovsky, one interaction with orchestra members are conductor of the Metropolitan Repertory- renowned jazz club in Asia. She regularly accompanied by pianist Michael Shepphard, all elements of these exciting and captivat- Ballet in New York City. In addition, he appears in conceit up and down the East in a recital dedicated to violin & piano clas- ing concerts. The Magic Carpet Family serves as a conductor and teacher at the Coast of the United States and recently has sics. This will be a program of well-loved Concerts are held on Sunday afternoons at 3 Luzerne Music Festival. performed with full symphony backup as favorites, sure to please everyone, from the p.m. and are scheduled for Nov. 23 — For more information about orchestra part of her A Very Good Night tour. Next afficionado to the most serious classical Classic Bugs! and Other 'Toons and April membership or the concert season, please season she will perform a brand new show music lover. Chudnovsky recently won first 18, 2004 — Disney Magic. call the Gulf Coast Symphony office at 472- with the Gulf Coast Symphony, Great place in the Valsesia Musica International The Gulf Coast Symphony's Artist 6197 or e-mail info@gulfcoastsymphony Women of Jazz. Miller's silky voice, great Violin competition and a major prize at the Residency Program brings well-established •org A resolution proclaiming tional event, will be observed L the observance of National locally on Saturday night, Storytelling Week, Nov. 16- Nov. 22, under the sponsor- 22, has been issued by the ship of the Tale Tellers. The Lee County Board of location is the Fellowship Commissioners. Hall of the Covenant Presby- th The resolution com- terian Church, 2439 "Thur. Nov. 27 mends the observance of McGregor Boulevard, two National Storytelling Week Noel & Bert MacCarry, the blocks south of the Edison "to all the citizens of the Story Tellers of Sanibel Home, in Fort Myers. The Sanibel Shopper's Guide community" and refers to .free performance of th the art of storytelling as "a valuable way to Folktales From Around the World will take Nov. 27 issue share world folklore, legends and history, to place from 6:30 to 9 p.m. with an intermis- Proof Ad Deadline: Fri. Nov. 21, 5pm preserve personal and family tales, and to sion at 7:30. There will be 12 Tamiami Tale Final Ad Deadline: Mon. Nov. 24, 5pm bind the community with laughter and the Tellers and a guest teller, Native American Classified Dead: Fri. Nov. 21, Noon wisdom of the ages in many cultures." The Laura Rider, of Pine Island. resolution also commends the local story- The Tamiami Tale Tellers is one of thou- island Reporter telling guild, the Tamiami Tale Tellers for sands of storytelling guilds in the United th "promoting, preserving and perpetuating sto- States and abroad who will be observing Nov. 27 issue rytelling in the Lee County community" — Tellabration 2003! an annual event that was Proof Deadline: Fri. Nov. 21,10 am with sponsorship of monthly meetings and launched 15 years ago in Connecticut and Final Ad Deadline: Fri. Nov. 21, 5pm workshops for teachers, librarians, parents, later became sponsored by the National Classified Deadline: Fri. Nov. 21, Noon grandparents, and "all those persons who see Storytelling Network in Jonesborough, the value of storytelling in their daily lives." Term. islander Tellabration 2003! a national and interna- For more information, call 472-1781 Nov. 28th issue Proof Deadline: Fri. Nov. 21, 5pm Final Ad Deadline.- Mon. Nov. 24, Noon THE STOCK EXCHANGE Classified Deadline: Mon. Nov. 24, 5pm 4000 Sq. ft. showroom of unique upscale consigned ^p furniture & home furnishings captiva Current 15660 San Carlos Blvd., Gulf Points Sq. th (Corner of San Carlos & McGregor Blyds.) Nov. 28 issue Down feom Pier 1 Proof Deadline: Fri. Nov. 21,10 am Ft. Myers, Florida 33908 Final Ad Deadline: Fri. Nov. 21. 5pm (239) 437-4333 Classified Deadline: Fri. Nov. 21, Noon New Hours; Mon.-Sat. 9-5: Sun. Closed Islander • Week of November 7- 13, 2003 21 r<;':'A\z Lindbergh Symposium NGV,15 This year's Lindbergh Symposium — Omaha's Wild Kingdom and, later, the Wings to Lift the World — is an official Spirit of Adventure program. Rep's play reading series starts Centennial of-Flight event. Several well- ^Sergei Sikorsky, early pioneer in the I he Florida Repertory Theatre opened named Bob. God (Niels Miller), or Bob, known speakers associated with Charles helicopter search and rescue field, past this year's New Play Reading season keeps blowing his cover because he simply and Anne Lindbergh will focus on signif- vice president of United Technologies on Monday, Oct. 27, with the firsto f can't control making miracles happen. The icant achievements in aviation history and Sikorsky Aircraft USA. Sergei Sikorsky is the five plays in the series. Titled Almighty miracle of the loaves and the fishes, for the Lindberghs' shared vision of a balance the son of Igor Sikorsky, who invented Bob by Tom Mula, this play could prove to example, becomes in the present day the between technological advancement and and flew the world's first practical opera- be another winner by this award- miracle of the fish sticks and the environmental preservation. tional helicopter and worked with Charles winning playwright, actor and hamburger buns. Plants random- Charles Lindbergh was one of the first Lindbergh on the early amphibian aircraft director. Mula has been around ly grow to gigantic size in the people to receive the Wright Brothers that paved the way for future commercial for more than 25 years and in the blink of an eye. Claire (Betty Memorial Trophy after Oryille Wright's international air travel. interim received two Joseph ,\ Madonna), one of the residents, death in 1948. Lindbergh met Orville §o» Dr. Richard Hallion, the eminent avi- Jefferson Awards for his play finds she can suddenly kick up shortly after his historic solo flight from ation historian and author of Taking Flight; Golem at the National Jewish her heels and walk without the New York to Paris in 1927 and served for Inventing the Aerial Age. He is the author Theatre and for his work on aid of a walker. Nerdy but nice many years on the Board of NACA (the of many significant books on aviation Nicole Hollander's hit musical, Dr Wally (Zolan Henderson) precursor of NASA). In the closing the including the history of the Guggenheim Sylvia's Real Good Advice. A successfully can ask for and get a sentences of his acceptance speech for the Fund for which he conferred with Charles novel, Jacob Marley's Christmas date with Karen (Erin Liston), Wright Trophy, Lindbergh was thus not Lindbergh just before Lindbergh's death. Carol (the backstage version of MARSHA Bob's earthly daughter. Nurse just honoring an American icon who gave 30"- j^o^fcc^S* Lawson-Johnston, for- Dicken's Scrooge story told by WAGNER Colleen (Rebekah Eller) turns mankind a new dimension to explore, but mer Lindbergh Foundation Board mem- Marley's Ghost) became a out to be a real angel in disguise. also someone he knew, admired and ber, relative of aviation visionaries Daniel Chicago Tribune best seller. When pro- Money grabbing meany, Mr. called a friend... "In honoring the Wright and Harry Guggenheim, and chairman of duced as a play, it premiered at Chicago's Carmichael (Ken Johnson), gets his come- brothers, it is proper and customary to the Harry Frank Guggenheim Foundation. Goodman Theatre, where it received four uppance for trying to close down the home emphasize their contribution to scientific He is also the honorary chair of The Jefferson nominations, as well as the After and open a Krispy Kreme store. And last, progress. But I believe it is equally impor- Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation and. Dark Award. Since (hen it has successfully but not least, death, herein named Joeyjojo tant to emphasize a senior partner at Guggenheim Brothers. played numerous other prestigious theaters (Ryan Gilreath), a spike-haired punk with the qualities in ?<*Kristina Lindbergh, granddaughter of across the country. Mula may just have piercings, is able to take God and return their pioneering Charles and Anne Morrow Lindbergh.. another award-winner with Almighty Bob Him back to His real home in heaven. life and the char- ^•Margaret Eiluned Morgan, the — after a few rewrites and a bit of pruning This delightful, fanciful, fantasy made acter in man that Lindberghs' niece and president of The and tightening —• if the audience response for a wonderful evening's entertainment such a life pro- Earth Shine Institute and Lindbergh to it last week is any indication. which the audience thoroughly enjoyed. duced. The Symposium, will welcome participants But first, I'd like to fill you in on how The capable cast (which had a mere five Wright brothers and provide some opening remarks. this new play hours rehearsal) balanced success §o»Reeve Lindbergh, the Lindberghs' reading series gave a sensitive with modesty; daughter, an award-winning author and works. Five plays and yet vastly science with sim- president of The CharLes A. and Anne are chosen from a humorous read- plicity. At Kitty Morrow Lindbergh Foundation, will close submission pool ing. There was Hawk, their intel- the symposium. of hundreds by a one particular lects and senses standout — LI ten- worked in mutual The symposium will take place in the team of readers Anne Morrow Sprint Room of the Whittaker Building at from the Florida der moment Lindbergh & support. They between Miller represented man Florida Gulf Coast University on Saturday, Rep staff. The Sally Ride Nov. 15, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. with a plays, which have and Madonna in balance. And when Bob com- from that balance reception and book signing with the speak- never been fully ers from 5 to 6. The admission fee is $50, produced or pub- forted Claire, and came wings to lift a world." both ended up The speakers will address that idea of which includes all speaker sessions, lunch, lished, are chosen refreshments and the reception/book-sign- on the basis of singing "You Are "balance" — balance of heritage and hori- My Sunshine." zon, • insight and foresight, nature and ing. Books authored by symposium speak- content, use of ers, as well as the Lindberghs, will be language, and The general technology — how they all came together audience consen- at Kitty Hawk in 1903 and how they come available for purchase at the originality and are reception/book-signing, and several speak- written by some sus about together today. Almighty Bobwas Confirmed speakers include: ers are invited to participate in the signing. of America's Whittaker Hall is handicap accessible. hottest young that the play- §o»Jim Fowler, a Lindbergh Award recip- wright has a really ient, internationally noted naturalist, More information and a registration playwrights. The forms are available on the Web at goal of the series good first draft, authority on predatory birds and media one well worth spokesman for wildlife conservation. www.earthshineinstitute.com. is to find, develop Registration forms can also be requested and eventually exploring further; Fowler earned international acclaim for. that the play needs his work as co-host and host of Mutual of by phone at 334-2154 Ext. 125 or by e- workshop the best mail [email protected]. new American some clarification plays. in the opening A large part of moments; and that the series' success derives from the audi- Almighty Bob is a definite possibility for ence; that is what makes the project incred- full production on the main stage. And ibly exciting and interesting. The audience kudos were given all around to director Ban talk-back after the performance is the time Livingstone and the extraordinary cast of .: MUSIC COMEDY LAUGHS when audience members are given the actors. opportunity to voice their opinions, ques- I would recommend that you put these A Hilarious Musical Spoof of Florida Living tions and suggestions about the piece that new play readings on your list of interesting November 1 Thru they have just heard. They are asked to fill things to do on. Monday nights at 7 p.m. out surveys in which they rate various Tickets are $8 per reading and free when November 14 8:00 PM aspects of the play. The audience discussion you donate $100. or more to Florida Rep. Sundays 3:00 PM is taped and sent, along with copies of all The next offering is on Dec. 8 when The the surveys, to the playwright. This feed- Contrite Spirit by Denis J. Harrington is Tickets -$15 back truly is most important to the writer read. The play is described as "an entertain- for, as Neil Simon once remarked, "Plays ing mysterious comedy about a man who are not written but re-written." moves into a haunted house." GIVE MY REGARDS Almighty Bob is set in a present day, Phone the Box office 332-4488 for assisted living facility where God has come details and/or tickets and, when you do, tell TO FLORID A! to earth in the guise of a feisty old man 'em Marsha sent you. ' 22 « Week of November 7-13, 2003 • Islander Cl 1 Gouache, Margaret Huddy Painting from Photographs, Introduction to Layout and Design Fri,, Sat., & Sun., 9 - 3 each day Margo Vigorito Carol Rosenberg BIG ARTS January 9, 10 and 11 Two Days, January 15 & 16, 2004 Thursday, 9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. a home for ail the arts $210 for the three days Thursday & Friday, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. January 8 -29 A wonderfully versatile medium, suitable for $135 for the two days Four-week series $60 either watercolorists or oil/ acrylic painters. Margo will demonstrate several shortcuts, ART WORKSHOPS First day in the studio reviewing techniques proving that great pieces can be done from Painting, all levels, Oil & Acrylic on different papers. Remaining two days on photos. Lois Ferguson Acrylics, Margo Vigorito location, weather permitting. Friday, 9 a.m.- Noon One week, January 19-23 Basketry, Helen Bailer November 7-December 19 Mon. - Fri, 1-4 p.m. Monoprinting, Cathy Taylor Wednesday, 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. (no class November 28) $ 100 for the five days Friday and Saturday, 10-4 each day December 3 January 2-February 6, 2004 A class designed to jump-start those who are November 14 & 15, $95 $55 (includes supplies) Six week series $75 • The class focuses on "blocked" and further encourage those who February 20 & 21, $95 In just one day make a treasured heirloom color mixing and design as the key elements are inspired to try something new. Margo will / fun, extremely productive workshop for under the expertise of Helen in her studio. for beautiful creative paintings. This is not a demonstrate some techniques she uses and beginners and advanced art students/focusing Popular - Register early. "paint along with the teacher" class. "My share all the knowledge she has accumulated on methods and techniques- for producing concern," says Lois, "is for the artists' desire over the years. high quality prints without a press. to develop their own individual style." 5 Day Acrylic Workshop, Greg Biolchini "N.o Mistakes Watermedia" Cathy Taylor ART CLASSES Paint Along, Carol Hagerman Monday - Friday, 9 - 4 each day Fri, Sat., & Sun., 10-4 each day December Tuesday, 9 a.m.-Noon January 26-30 12, 13,14, 2003, $120 Watercolors - Advanced, Anne Kittel January 20-February 24. $250 for the five days. Beginners and experts alike are welcome. Tuesday, 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Six-week series $80 This prominent professional artist/ teacher has Class will explore different areas of waterme- January 13-February 17 Join this popular instructor as she paints previously taught pastels at BIG ARTS. This dia from transparent watercolors to gouache, Six-week series $85 along and then helps you personally with year he offers an acrylic painting workshop acrylic and collage. Join this instructor whose watercolor paint- suggestions. Workshops are for the beginning designed to give each participant a good foun- ings, have been shown in several national or intermediate watercolorist. • exhibitions. Created with transparent water dation for painting with acrylic. For all levels Collage, Margo Vigorito Advanced Acrylics, Don Maurer of painting experience including beginners One Day, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. color on paper, the subject of these semi- abstract paintings varies from landscape to Wednesday, 1 - 4 p Im. Wednesday, January 14, November 5 - December 10, $80 for the full day. still life , floral and people engaged in differ- ent activities. January 7 - February 11. Learn how versatile paint & collage can be. Six-week series, $90 • A course designed Drawing for Painting, Joan Bitzer to give students, already familiar with ^COUPON • COUPON • COUPON • COUPON • COUPON acrylics, more in-depth painting tech- © y niques, addressing color mixing,' gauging Four-week series $55 values, balancing the composition and 3 A sketch and drawing class in preparation for creating the focal point. Q painting - designed for the beginner as well O WILTSHIRE CL as anyone interested in becoming aware of Photography as Art, George Graham design, texture and composition. Monday, 9 a.m.-Noon January 5-26 Tuesday, 9 a.m.-Noon January 6-27 Life Drawing, Douglas Flynt z 1SI IN QUALITY, SERVICE & VALUE! o Four-week series $80 • All classes for begin- Thursday, 1:30-4:30•p.m. November 6- ners and intermediate photographers. Join December4, January 8-29. o o this personable talented instructor and dis- 4 week series $95 (includes model) cover the true art of photography. Class will g Full Service Dry Cleaning c Emphasis on strategies for observing and study composition, lighting and exposure analyzing what one sees. Gesture, tilts and along with personal instruction. Beginners 8 and Laundry i angles, horizontal and vertical plum lines, tri- and advanced students welcome. o angulation to find placement, measuring tech- o 2 niques, explanations of form, structural Plein Aire Landscape, Douglas Flynt c points on the body, aesthetics of shape and Thursday, 9 a.m.-Noon © line and more. November 6-December 18 20% OFF ALL CLEANING! January 8-February 12 Excludes Alterations, Leather and Suede Non -Instructed Life Drawing Six-week series $95 • Oil paint emphasized, Carol Rosenberg open to other Media. Course will emphasize Offer Valid to 1st Time Customers Only, Monday, 1-3 p.m. November 3-24 strategies for observing and analyzing what © r o a, (Initial Order) ^ December 1 - 22, January 5-26 one sees, various techniques and selections. 4 week series $60 (includes model) For all levels. o Must Present AD. ~ Each participant works independently from a o live model to develop his own artistic style. Printmaking, Carrie Marcellis Short and sustained poses. Tuesday, 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. November 4- December 9 © Nature Printing on Fabric Six-week series, $70 o Pick-up and Delivery Techniques on Fabric and Paper •o Mona Gleitz a. from Your Home o Thursday, 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. BIG ARTS Refund Policy o Single session each month, $35 o or Office! December 4, 2003, January 22, 2004 Refunds of class tuition will be made if o For all levels. • Using fresh flowers and cancellation is requested at any time prior o o leaves from the garden, this ancient technique to the start of the second class in the a. enables the artist to record detailed images of course. If the student cancels after the first Call334-T353 II object found in nature. class, the refund will be paid less the sin- © o gle class fee. There will be no refund after °COUPON • COUPON • COUPON • COUPON • COUPON2 the second class. H Islander • Week of November 7-13, 2003 • 23 Beginning Jewelry & Metalsmithing, MUSIC DANCE Great Books XVII, Al Ham Pilar Baker Thursday, 10:30 a.m.-Noon Friday, 1-3 p.m. BIG ARTS Kiwanis Community Band Adult Tap Workout, Vanessa Stocker December 4, 2003 - March 25, 2004 November 7 - December 19 Monday, 7 p.m. Ongoing, $3 per session Tuesday, 12 - 1:30 p.m. (no class Dec.25 & Jan 1) (no class November 28) Get back to playing your instrument of the September 16 - October 21,2003 15 sessions $45 January 9 - February 13 past or present or even the future. Come and October 28 - December 2, 2003 Six-week series $95 • Explore basic find out how you can be part of this fun group. December 9 - January 13, 2004 American Political Dramas, Hal Cantor design, metalsmithing techniques includ- January. 20 - February 24, 2004 Friday, 10 a.m.-Noon ing sawing, filing, soldering, shaping, BIG ARTS Community Chorus Six-week series $60 Previous tap instruction January 30-February 27,2004 drilling, texturing, and finishing while Director: Carl Gnat , is suggested but not required. 5 week series $50 producing a piece of metal jewelry. The Beginning October 7, 2003 Focusing on 20th century plays which exam- first project will be a pendant utilizing Tuesday, 7-8:30 p.m. - Belly Dancing' Vanessa Stocker ine issues and abuses that have rocked our overlay. Ongoing, $15 per month (For Children 12 and older & Adults) American political system. Playwrights may Join this friendly group for a weekly fun- include Odets, Baraka, Miller, Gilman, Vidal, Decorative Furniture Painting, Tuesday, 6:45 - 7:45 p.m. filled evening singing exciting new music and September 30 - November 4, 2003 Mann Kushner and Feiffer. Lois Ferguson some of the old standards. No try outs! Wednesday 9 a.m. - Noon November 11 - December 16, 2003 The Joy of Writing, Betzi Abram January 6 - February 10, 2004 Wednesday, 1-3 p.m. November 5-December 10 Jazz History, Jack Bailey Six-week series $60 January 7-February 25, 2004 January 7-February 11 Monday 10 a.m.-Noon Swing Era For beginners. Learn the ancient and exotic 8 week series $80 • Suitable for beginners as (Five weeks $65) November 17-December 15 art of belly dancing. You'll enjoy it so much, well as professional writers,who want to November 6-December 18 5 week series $40 January 8-February 12 your body won't even know it's exercise. .enhance their techniques, refresh their approach and reinforce their discipline. Six week series $75 * A fun class for the per- Music Studio son who wishes to learn how to prepare old or Tap with Joy Schein Lessons in Piano, Guitar,, Flute, Drums, Steel Beginners Tap Memoir/Power of the Personal Story new unfinished furniture and accessories for Drums, Trombone, and Voice Call for sched- Steve Oberbeck decorative finishes, includes all types of faux Wednesday, 10:30-11:30 a.m. • uling. $20.00 per lesson, Yi hour November 5-December 10, 2003 Tuesday, 10 a.m.-Noon finishes - marbleizing^ sponging, animal prints November 11-December 16,2003 or decorative accents. Additionally, learn how December 17, 2003 - January 21, 2004 Six-week series $60 January 13-February 17, 2004 to paint a canvas floor cloth, add mosaic tiles Six week series $65 to items and more. FOR RELAXATION Intermediate Tap Revisit key moments in your past or just Wednesday, 9-10:30 a.m. recall memorable people, places, events that Molding and Casting, Terry Flannery & STIMULATION November 5 - December 10, 2003 shaped your life. Write a short exercise in Thursday, 6:30-8:30 p.m. December 17, 2003 - January 21, 2004 looking back effectively, read and discuss November 20 - December 18 Mindful Yoga, Brian Healy Six-week series $65 them in a supportive atmosphere of shared (No class November 27) • 4 week series, $40 Saturday, 9:30-10:30 a.m. impressions and suggestions. plus supplies 'Learn to make a simple latex Starting November 15 • $12.00 per session. Advanced Tap mold and plaster j acket producing copies in A moving meditative experience of yoga pos- Friday, 9 -10:30 a.m. Men's Book Group, Steve Oberbeck clay and other materials, Great gifts for tures, breath work and healing relaxation November 7 - December 10, 2003 Tuesday, 1-3 p.m. exercises designed to bring physical vitality, December 19 - January 23, 2004 Christmas and other special occasions. November 11-December 16,2003 i metal clarity and inner peace. (No class Nov 27 and January 2) January 13-February 17,2004 4 Six-week series $55 H Clay, Sculpting, Ceramics Six week series $65 1 Marjorie Bronsted Read and discuss selections from renowned Wednesday, 3:30-6 p.m. Natural Movement Dance - Adults modern American authors who have denned October 15 - November 19 J. J. Cochrane what manhood means in a changing world November 26-December 17 LANGUAGE Tuesday, 9-10 a.m. November VI - that challenges historic concepts ot love, January 7-February 11 December 16,20,03 honor, courage, loyalty, justice. Group leader Six-week series $72 plus clay French for Beginners, Marcia Parish January 6 - February 10, 2004 is former arts editor/book critic for Four-week series (November-December) Wednesday, 9:15-10:45 a.m. 6 week scries $70 Newsweek and Washington Post. $50 plus clay • Leading with lectures and November 12-December 17, 2003 Take a step into inspiration and let the ten- Read & Write the Short, Short Story demonstrations, Marjorie guides her students January 7-February 11, 2004 sions of the world melt away. This is an hour of pure enjoyment as you are led in interpre- Steve Oberbeck toward creativity - all with good grace and a Six week series $60 great sense of humor. tive movement to classical music. Gain poise Tuesday, 7-9 p.m. Learn the basics, quality not quantity, colors, and flexibility as you gently stretch and November 11-December 16, 2003 numbers, days, months, seasons, etc., limited strengthen your body. You'll leave class January 13-February 17,2004 3-D Portraits In Clay, Terry Flannery conversation and grammar. Thursday, 6:30 -8:30 p.m. felling balanced, refreshed and inspired. Six week series $65 Fitness can be fun. Study instructional short fiction pieces by October 9 - November 13 French-Intermediate, Marcia Parish January 8 - February 12 writers such as Hemingway.Oates, Barthelme, Wednesday, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Show Time Tap, Lee Scholl Chopin, Carver and more, then write short Six-week series, $60 plus supplies November 12-December 17, 2003 Students will b taken through the basic con- Thursday, 9-10:30 a.m. pieces, concentrating on creating dramatic January 7-February 11, 2004 January 8 - March 25, 2004 impact, sharp focus, strong narrative voice and struction of the face - capture a realistic facial Six week series $60 expression which is charming and funny - 12 week series $100 consistent point of view. Oberbeck is a pub- lished writer and prize-winning journalist. finishing a three dimensional relief on clay. Advanced Conversational French Serine Bonnist LITERATURE & WRITING Women's Literature Groups "Creative Working With Clay, Terry Flannery ; Monday, 1 - 2:30 p.m. Women in Fact and Fiction" Monday, 9 a.m. -12 p.m. November 10 - December 15,2003 Generative Poetry, Marilyn Koren Dr. Lorraine Herrenkohl / Maureen Wright November 3-December 8 January 12-February 16,2004 Thursday, 1:30-3:30 p.m. Wednesday, monthly, 10 a.m.-Noon Six-week series $72 plus clay 6 week series $60 January 8-February 12, 2004 Nov. 5, Tracy Chevalier Dec. 3, Sue Monk Kidd Glass Fusing, Petra Kaiser For those who love to speak the language. Six week series $72 Jan.7, Virginia Woolf •, Thursday, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. A workshop designed to explore the sensa- _ Holiday Gifts - December 4-18 Italian, Conversational Carl Grispino tion of voice in both its personal and assumed Feb 4, Sandra Guiland Three-week series $45 plus supplies . Friday, 9:3041 a.m. December 5-19, 2003 forms. Explore the myriad speakers within Apr..7, Gail Tsukiyama January 8 - February 5 3 week series $30 .,.• our poems to reach the deeper meaning of 6 class series $60 • The complex and persua- Five-week series $75 plus supplies. January 9 - February 13,2004 Self Class is limited. sively authentic voices of the womei; authors Students will learn the techniques of firing a Six week series $60 weaving am intricate tapestry of emeiional kiln, kiln sitting, mold making, design possi- Great Books n, Linnea Ritchie . power, humanity and truth. bilities while making jewelry, small plates, Spanish, Barbara Peterson Tuesday, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. • Monday, Beginning: 9-10:30 a.m. Call early to register. Payment is bowls and more. No special skills needed. January 6 - March 23,2004 . • . required at the time of registration. Intermediate: 10:35 a.m.-12:05 p.m. $18 every six weeks. Pottery On the Wheel, Tim Smith October 20-November 24,2003 Members of BIG ARTS Tuesday, 6:30-9 p.m. December 1, 2003-Jamiary 5,2004 Great Books IV, Richard Paulson receive a discount on workshops! November 11-December 16 January 12-February 16, 2004 Tuesday, 1 - 2:30 p.m. January 6 - February 10 Six week series $60 November 18, 2003 - March 16,2004 See page 24 for listing of six week series $72 plus clay ,.: . '- $48,16 classes plus luncheon Lectures & Discussions 24 • Week of November?-13, 2003 • Islander rlC J •; — 1 Jl •-. -., I Island Cinema Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre Seminole Gulf Railway Dinner Train Naples Dinner Theatre Bailey's Shopping Center ~ 472-1701 1380-Colonial Boulevard -278-4422 Colonial & Metro, Fort Myers ~ 275-8487 1025 Piper Boulevard ~ (877) 519-7827 • Radio (FG13) • A Chorus Line • Playing for Keeps • My Fair Lady • Matrix 3 (R) Through Nov. 22nd, $21 to $44 Wednesdays & Thursdays, 6:30 p.m. Through Dec. 7th, $37.50-$45 Call for times & prices. Sundays, 5:30 p.m. Off Broadway Palm 5-course dinner + show, $49.98 • Las Vegas Legends Philharmonic Center for the Arts 5833 Old Schoolhouse Theater Through Dec. 21st • Family Affair Pelican Bay Boulevard ~ (800) 597-1900 1908 Periwinkle ~ 472-6862 5-course dinner + show • Opening Night Gala Fridays, 6:30 p.m., $49.98 • The Jerome Kern Songbook— The Arcade Theatre Doc Severihsen & the Can't Help Singing opens Bay Street between Hendry & Jackson Saturdays, 6:30 p.m. $59.98 . Naples Philharmonic Orchestra starring John Vessels, Jeffrey Searles 332-4488 Nov. 8th, 7 p.m. reception, 8 p.m. concert Expo Center ~ Lee Civic Center & Katie Stefanic Florida Repertory Theatre $125 per person Through • Larry Gelbert's Sly Fox 11831 Bayshore Road, North Fort Myers SCA Periwinkle Playhouse Through Nov. 9th, $15-$32 693-5743 2200 Periwinkle ~ 472-0234 • Absurd Person Singular • Basically Bluegrass Concert & Jam Opens Nov. 28th Peace River Band, the Moonshiners, • Give My Regards to Florida The Sawgrass Drifters, Up the Creek Through Nov. 14th, 8 p.m., $8 Gulf Coast Symphony Dec. 7th, 2-5 p.m., $5 Nov. 29th, 11 a.m. • Mad Miller in Concert: (Acoustic Music Society members FREE) Music of the Great American Composers Indoors; chairs provided BIG ARTS Nov. 9th, 7 p.m., $25 Bring your instruments for jammin' Schein Hall 900 Dunlop ~ 395-0900 ' Theatre Conspiracy BIG ARTS TECO Arena a home (or all the arts • Esther Budiardjo, pianist Braids Theatre ~ 10091 McGregor 334-3239 11000 Everblades Parkway, Estero~948-7825 Nov. 15th, 8 p.m., $25 * A Tuna Christmas • Lynyvd Skynyni LECTURES & • Brassy Broads of Broadway Nov. 20th, $16/$7 Friday, Nov. 7th Nov. 22nd, 8 p.m., $15 DISCUSSIONS Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall KOA Campgrounds BIG Arts Film Society Visiting Scholar, Bob Hartje 2003-2004 Outstanding Films Edison College Campus ~ 481-4849 5120 Stringfellow, Pine Island~283-2145 • Southwest Florida Symphony — Frontier Experience ' Pygmalion (1938) • Southwest Florida Folk & Blues Fest In American History The classic version of Shaw Glenn Dicterow & Karen Dreyfus Liz Mandville Greeson, Nov 10th, 7 p.m—-followed by wine, Nov. 7th & 8th, 8 p.m. Monday through Friday 1-2:30 p.m. John Mooney, Steve Arvey, January 10 -23. 2004 • 5 days, $55 cheese and discussion, $5 Ticket&~-4L8-1500 The Thirstquenchers Nov. 15th Current Events • Pride and Patriotism Gates open 9:30 a.m., music at 10 Wednesday, 10 a.m.-Noon Celebrate America with our Youth $5, free under 12 w/adult Starting October 16 and ongoing Students' art & essays $3 per person, per session. 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Includes mounting Canal lot on East End. unique beach clothing store. 1-800-497-3334 Lake Lots beaches, covered parking. For (239) 472-7744. hardware & lock. $375. Also, back Established in great location. $79,000 New Cabins $69,000 details, Bland Parker, (239) 707- bumper. $200. Both for a 2001 Minutes from Sanibel. 3/2 pool $119,900. For this and others call Lois on Trout Stream $49,000 4663. Century 21 Sunstate Lincoln Town Car 1995, Signature Realty. Series. 120,000 miles, fully Ford F-150. Call 283-0671. and stables. Jerry Tatarian RE/MAX Realty Vacation Rentals loaded, great shape. $5,500. Call Group (239) 765-UST www. FM Condo, intersection 75&80, 352- 629-2005 3/2 pool home. Walk to Bay or [email protected] gated community 5_BR/2BA, Gulf Plymouth reliant,station wagon, ACREAGE NEW LOG HOME- NC MOUN- fully furnished, fully equipped TAINS! *sres/ $79,900 New kitchen, screened lanai overlook- 1988, great work/student car, Wil Compion COMMERCIAL New: radiator, waterpump, fan Acreage 4,600 square foot log home pack- ing the woods. 2nd-floor. TV/VCR, (239) 209-6171 age & mountain tract. Beautiful basic cable. 3/mos. $1,60Q/mo., motor, batterySt cables $1,200 REMAX of the Islands PROPERTY/RENT Musi seel! Call (239) 565-3892 views, stream & river access. 4/mos. $1,325/mo. (239) 694- FORECLOSED HOMES $0 or low C-2 zone 1,800 sq ft 7.50 per sq ft Convenient to Boone. 800- 455- 0846 POLICE IMPOUNDS FROM $500!!! down! HUD. VA, FHA. No Credit San Carlos and Kelly. Good far 1981 ext.477 Cars, Trucks, SUVs! Honda, OK! For Listings, 1-800-501-1777 any retail or commerciai use. Call New 1,600 sq. ft. Log Cabin shell Chevy, Ford From $500!!! Gov't Ext. 1618 John at (239) 765-5005 ~_ Gulf Harbour Condos Surplus! For Listings, 1-800- 543- with lake access & free boat slip From $2900. monthly. 2370 Ext. C8639 Four bedroom home on over on 35,000 acre lake in Tennessee 3 Bedroom, furnished. Acre in Ocala. Features Formal 2 hills. $89,900. Terms (800) 704- Membership available. Living Room, separate Family REAL ESTATE 3154 ext. 537 Sunset Bay, LLC Golf, tennis, marina PONTIAC TRANS Room, Tile Floors, Split Plan. NORTH CAROLINA MTNS - New restaurant and pools!! "94" EQUAL HOUSING Priced at $117,900/Call Vic Rotz WANTED Log Cabin, Custom Built 1,230 Sq Call Diane Boutin, Realtor LT1 MOTOR, Re/Max Premium Realty (352) F1, Easy to Finish Cabin, on 2 Prudential Florida WCI T-TOPS, OPPORTUNITY 207-4769 __ LOAN PYMTS MADE! Mortgage Acres with Views & River Access. (239)415-5345 GREEK, Payments Late? Save your credit! Only $69,900 Owner/ Broker • All real estate advertised Gov't & Bank Foreclosures! $0 We take over back payments, you $7,000. OBO. in this newspaper Is DOWN HOMES! HUD, VA, FHA. 828-286-1666 • 540-5453 get money for a fresh start. Cash WANTED TO RENT subject to the $0 to Low Down! No Credit OK! for your home in 3 days! End your PUERTO RICO! 2 Story Home on Federal Fair Housing Act For Listings, 800- 501 -1777 x1601 headaches - 800-397-1536 (Joe) 3.5 Acres flat land. 5 BR/2 BA. For Mature professional man moving to of 1638 which* makes it area Nov1. Wants to.rent sleeping GOV'T HOMES! $0 down! Tax WE.BUY HOUSES $$ Any condi- sale or trade. Rancho Guayama, T-BIRD,'96 illegal to advertise any repos & foreclosures! Low or $0 Salinas, Puerto Rico. Near room, preferably with some ONE OWNER preference, tion: Handyman, fire damaged, kitchen and laundry privledges, Down. No credit OK. For listings distressed, vacant or occupied. Alberque Olimpico. 787-409- 73,000 MILES, limitation or (800) 501-1777 Ext. 8371 4304; 813-621-1332 within reasonable distance of Ft VERY CLEAN, discrimination based Anywhere: Apartments / Myers Beach. Call 386-478-9544 A/C, on race, color, GOVT HOMES! $0 Down! Tax Commercial, residential. No Deal WESTERN NC MOUNTAINS North (cellphone) or email MUST SEE. religion, sex, Repos & Foreclosures! No Credit Too Small!! 1-888-306-SELL Carolina Where there is Cool [email protected] $2,500. handicap, familial status OK! $0/ Low Down! Call for (7355) Purchases through Real Mountain Air, Views & Stream, CALL 731-3776 or national origin, or an Listings! 1- 800-987 -6647 Ext. Pro Network Homes, Cabins & Acreage. Call intention to make such 8684 ' for Free Brochure of Mountain Wanted Dead or Alive: Title or no preference, Property Sales. 1-800-642-5333 APARTMENTS & MORTGAGES QUICK CASH$ Fast Realty of Murphy, 317 Peachtree title: Trucks, Cars, Vans. Cash limitation or closings, 1st and 2nd$. Good/ paid for some. Seven days a discrimination. REAL ESTATE Street, Murphy, N.C. 28906 DUPLEXES FOR RENT Bad Credit. Self-employed? No www.realtyofmurphy.com week. (239) 633-5080. Ask for This publication will not Income Verification. Chris or leave message. knowingly accept any DISTANT ONE & TWO BEDROOM APART- Foreclosure, Bankruptcy all OK. MENTS, CLOSE TO SCHOOLS, advertisement for real Mortgage Corp. Network. BEAUTIFUL NORTH CAROLINA estate which is in BUS STOPS & SHOPPING. Licensed Correspondent MUST SEE BEAUTIFUL & COL- TIME SHARE WATER, SEWER AND TRASH SPORTS & IMPORTS violation of the law. Lender. Call 888- 999-8744 ORFUL FALL FOLIAGE WEST- PAID. CENTRAL AIR AND HEAT. Our readers are hereby . ERN NC MOUNTAINS. Homes, FOR SALE POOL AND LAUNDRY ON SITE. 1985 CORVETTE GLASS TOP informed that all Cabins, Acreage, Cherokee 941 -275-4587. CONVERTIBLE. White. One dwellings Mountain Realty, Inc. Murphy, NC TIME SHARE RESALES Save owner. Priced right. (239) 472- advertised in this CONDOS FOR SALE Call for Free Brochure (800) 841 - 60%-80% Off Retail!! Best 3757. Ask for Ken. newspaper are available 5868 Resorts & Seasons. Call for on an equal opportunity Free Catalog! 1- 800-704-0307 ANNUAL RENTALS basis. If you feel BRYSON CITY NC, 12 house sites, www.holidaygroup.com you have been POINTE SANTO 1-2 acres from $30,000 beautiful TRUCKS & VANS discriminated against GROUND FLOOR mtn. views, near shopping, hospi- Timeshare Resales! Sell today for ALMOST-SAN1BEL you may file a TWO BEDROOM CONDO. tals. All are ready to build w/roads, free! No commissions or broker IONA AREA complaint by calling UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY pads 10 miles to Cherokee, 1- fees. Free advertising on OFF DAVIS AND MCGREGOR The Florida Commission TO OWN 828-488-3728. Player's www.freetimeshare.com Upscale 2 bedroom/2.5 bath oh Human Rights at AT PREMIER LOCATION. Foundation, Call 1-800-640-6886 Townhome. Che\^ Blazer* ••• 1-800-342-8170 or coin* — Beautifully decorated. HUD at 1-800-669-W77. DRG1A Mountains' 5 see all TWoLanafs. 1989 Tahoe Edition 4X4 For more info please Sanibel Island, Florida conda on four seasons! Cabins, land, creek, VACATION RENTALS Heated-Pool call the Lee County Gulf. 2 Br/2 Ba. $550,000. Phone lake & commercial properties for Close to shopping-beaches-golf. office of (239) 472-8350. sale! Just 1.5 hours North East of Island retreat. 3/2 home in Cats only. Automatic, Equal Opportunity Atlantal Fannin Realty, 706-632- beautiful Chateau Sur Mer. $900/month .-""*" (239) 335-2267 The Palms F M B 3/Brd 2/Ba ail new 3407 Few steps to beach. Very . Vision One Realty: New CD Player, corian kitchen and master bath private. Available November (239) 543-4777 ,,->""* new title carpet and paint planta- COMPLETELY REMODELED through May, 2004. (305) Black. 2-Door, tion shutters $399,000 (239) 463- HOME, Stienhatchee, 3BR/2BA, 235-0762, (239) 472-2490. WATERFRONT 7992 point lot mouth of Gulf, on S1800O.B.O. water, new boat dock. Next Sanibel, newly remodeled 1 Br/ 2 BR/2 BA W/golf door to $1.6 Million Dollar 1 Ba duplex, mid-island. One course views. Call (239) 540-4990. LOTS Homes! Just approved for 500 month minimum. Available Feb. 1. Dunes Country Club. $2000/month. (262) 275-0273. 1/2 Acre lot in Cape's newest MANUFACTURED condos on river. Investors $1450/month. exquisite upscale gated waterfront Welcome! $798,000. 850- 766- FORD . community overlooks lake, cul-de- HOMES 0802 3 BR/3 BA gulf-front F-250 XLT LARIAT sac, views of the gulf. One of a SOUTH SEAS RESORT condo at Villas of 1988 DIXIE COUNTY Land/ Home Sale. Enjoy Cool NC Mountains & Relax. Kind!! Individually owned. (239) Manufactured Homes Each on Free Brochure on Acreage, Sanibel. Pool, EXT CAB, LONG BED, 549-0036, 330-697-4715 GULF-FRONT jacuzzi, cabana, POWER WINDOWS, LOCKS, 2aeres from $37,500 Carri- Cabins & Investments. Call Anne Powell, Sales Associate Cherokee Mountain Realty, Inc. PRIVATE garage. Some CRUISE, TILT WHEEL, 1285 West US Hwy 64, Murphy, LUXURY HOME utilities included. INTERMITTENT WIPERS, ALL Thompson Group, Inc. C. WATERFRONT LOT, Frederick Thompson, II Broker/ NC 28906 1-800-841-5868 $3500/month. WORK, AM/FM CASSETTE, GULF ACCESS, POOL-SPA ALARM, HIGH TOPPER, Owner FIVE ACRES near Georgia $295 LAND CLEARED, 352-378-4814, 352-222-9590 SCENIC ACREAGE Call Dustyn at RE/MAX of RUNNING BOARDS, SEAWALL IN down $189 month Riverfront from the Islands. 472-5050 EXCELLENT CONDITION, [email protected] $495 down to $289 month Jim (239) 542-9171 www.NFLLAND.com WEEKS AVAILABLE GOOD TIRES, COLD A/C, Jean, Broker 1-800-722-5326 FOR ALL-SEASONS REESE HITCH, Near Sanibel, 2/2 great home in www.iimjean.com CUSTOM SEAT COVERS. WATERFRONT process. Choose your carpet, Gainesville LAND CLEARANCE 10 - FOR-SPECIAL-RATES $4500. floor coverings & exterior color. acres only- $53,900 20 acres only CONTACT OWNER CALL $42,500. Century 21 Community, Gulf Harbour HOMES $94,900 Only 3 parcels left! DIRECTLY 2 Bedroomd*n condo (239)540-5453 16271 McGregor Blvd., age 55+ SE-Cape-Sailboat! So Close to Beautiful land at drastically 2 car garage. OR (239)466-4616. reduced prices. Private communi- Call: (574) 272-0889 772-4280 River!!! Model-like 3/2/2 w/dock. Unfurnished, Beautiful, quality, professionally ty. Nice setting with woods and Fax: (574)273-5973 All amennities updated!!! All appliances! Asking fields. Close to Gainesville for all E-mail: [email protected] Available immediately tot price, great investment, hurry!! MOBILE HOMES the amenities. Call Fla. Land (888) Lease flexible FORD RANGER STX $310,000. Immediate occupancy. 635-5263 ^__ $1800. month 1987 Open Daily. (239) 549-0036, FOR SALE LAKE BARGAIN $24,900. Free cov- Diane Boutin, Realtor 4X4, V-6, AUTO, (330)697-4715 Prudential Florida WCI GOOD CONDITION. ered boat slip! Gently sloping lake THREE BEAUTIFUL BEACH Near Sanibel, 2/2, like new. Great view parcel w/ nice mix of low (239)415-5345 COLD A/C, NEW TIRES, SW-Cape-Sa!lboat-no-lacks- location. Super neat, many deluxe FRONT HOMES bridges, minutes out Tarpon" rolling meadows & trees. Abuts available Christmas and AM/FM CASSETTE. features. $38,500. Century 21 national forest on 35,000 acre $3,000. OBO Point! New/ model like exquisite Community, 16271 McGregor New Year's holidays. 3/2/2, pool/dock, 4,024/sq.fl. high- recreational lake in TENN. Paved (239)652-0033 Blvd., age 55(^39) 466-4616. roads, water, sewer, , more. South Seas Resort Sanibei View LEAVE MESSAGE. ceiling, 18" porcelain, European 4 Br/3 Ba. Call for kitchen/baths, granite, stainless. NFM, Just-Listed, 3BR/1BA, mobile Excellent financing. Call now 800- discounted rates Brand New! 704-3154 ex!. 482, Sunset Bay, 2 Br, 2Ba condos. Wow!!! $535,000. Immediate home, ceniral A/C, screened through owner. occupancy! Open Daily. (239) lanai, 2 car garage, on 100x120 LLC . Enclosed garage, RECREATION 1-800-227-1783 pool, fitness center, 549-0036, (330)697-4715 fenced lot, must see to appreciate, LAND - $500 DOWN, Owner must sell!, $40,000., (239) 731- Clubhouse. VEHICLES Financing, 1 to 10 Acre Tracts Gated Community. 7257. in North Florida, 30 miles north Winnebago 1886 Class A Motor SEASONAL RENTALS 2 miles to Two mobile homes far sale, Oyster of Gainesville, near Suwanee Home, fully equipped, many new Cape, clean waterfront at inter- causeway! Bay' Park, FM Beach. 2Bd/2Ba, River. Call for Color Brochure. $1450/month upgrades, newer paint, tires CLASSIFIEDS 1-800-545-3501. Dicks Realty, secting canals with dock space. shocks and interior fixtures. $14,000 & 2Bd/1Ba, $12,000. Hussey Realty Motivated seller! Call Sam: (315) Lake City, FL. Large furnished 2Bdr/2Ba, pool. Turnkey ready to go. Only 70,000 www.dicksrealty.com $1800./mo. Everything includ- 239)463-3178 miles. Will dicker to sell quicker. 472-5185 868-7171,. long distance ed. Discount for annual lease. Only $8,200. (239) 283-7623 (239)281-6418. Islander • Week of November 7-13, 2003 • 29 CONDOS FOR RENT MOBILE HOMES CLEANING PAINTING REMODELING WATER HEATERS Cape- 2br/2ba, large pool, club- house, parking, $725/mo. 1st, last FOR RENT TANKLESS WATER & security deposit. Call (239) 542- Ft. Myers Beach/Sanibel. Available Call day or night. HEATERS 0404. Now. One Bedroom furnished, USA'S Save $$$ - Save Space. Save up to THE PAINTER i.R.R. INC. 60% on your electric bill for hot Condo at Sanibel for sale or rent on W/D, central A/C, free cable. $595/mo. annual. Seasonal rate "DETAILED" for Interior/Exterior. water! No Tank. No Flooding. Bay, water front view of Sanibel- Free Estimates. Quality Interior Conserve Energy. Start saving Captiva, pool, tennis, fishing, available. No pets. Turnkey. (239) 949-2689 ^^_^^ CLEANING 20yrs Experience. Remodeling today! Call Southwest Florida sleeps six. Rent Jan. Feb. March Business & Residential, A quality to enjoy Tankless at 225-0173 for more $4000/month. Off season reduced Every corner Free Estimates "Mobile Homes for Rent" Weekly for years. 'KITCHENS information. rate. Call office: (410) 472-2844 rent. Children welcome. Includes sparkling clean!! I do it right, or Florida: (239) 415-0425. 'BATHROOMS water, garbage, pest control, lawn Weekly, Bi-Weekty. the only way. 'CUSTOM PAINTING lona McGregor area large 3/2 town care. Quiet, safe. 7760 Bogart, N. or Monthly. Competitive prices. *FAUX FINISHING home, ready for move-In. Ft. Myers (239) 543-5828. References available. 229-5043. Licensed • Insured WINDOW CLEANING $1100./mo. Call (239) 340-1127. CALL THE BEST! 945-7764 Professional painting 872-9834 interiors also 872-9805 WINDOW CLEANING CAPE CORAL S3.00 a window. wallpaper removal. License No:CBC1250829 HOMES FOR RENT HANDYMAN Licensed and Residential & commercial HOMES insured. Twenty 2-Story homes New Spec home, pool, 3br/2ba/2car five years experience. ROOF CLEANING 10 yrs. exp. ANNUAL RENTALS garage. Tile throughout, carpet Call Terry Free estimates. FT. MYERS, bedrooms, upgrades. 415 SW LARRY'S (239) 634-2279 Roof Renew of Lee County, Inc. Reputable, prompt & FT. MYERS BEACH, 39th Terrace, off Pelican Mold & Mildew removal from courteous service. SANIBEL, ESTERO $219,000. (239) 940-0414 or HANDYMAN shingles. Environmentally Satisfaction guaranteed. & ALVA. (239)540-2183. SERVICE PROFESSIONAL friendly. Biodegradable solu- (239) 567-3419 STARTING @$800/MO. tion. No harmful chlorine. 23 Years of Restores shingles to like new REPUTABLE Experience SERVICES appearance. Licenced/ Insured. PRISCILLA MURPHY REALTY in former contracting (239) 482-8040 LEE COUNTY HOMES AMSA local Visa/MC services. 574-5089 for Lowest guaranteed rates, equip- Hertitage Cove active Residential/Commercial ment. Pricing available to hew 55 plus * Renovations • Kitchens and already established mer- single family •Bathrooms, etc. chants. All credit cards, debit and GOVT HOMES! $0 Downl Tax 3/Brd2/Ba1490sqft. •Licensed -Insured check services available. Call Repos & Foreclosures! No Credit security/intercom, REASONABLE 707-4113-Jacki. Local. OKI $0/ Low Dawn! Call for hurricane shutters, ESTIMATES Listings! 1- 800-987 -6647 Ext. up graded title , PROMPT call back. Classifieds 8682 appliances, heated pool, 549-0089 office Work! lona area: Charming 2 Bedroom, corian counters 1.5 Bath Home on 1/2 Acre. Susan O'Bryan 357-8493 cell Private drive. Small pet allowed. at Realty World Roberts Call Gloria Non-smoking. $875/month. Call (239) 936-2030 (239) 466-0390. Leave message. Today NO RENT! $0 Down! No Credit OK! To Place Government Foreclosed HomesI "You Are Always $0/ Low Down! Call for Listings! 1- Your Ad! 800- 987-6647 Ext. 8681 Welcome" Bring recyclcibles Sanibsl Island, East end, close 472-5185 to beaches and marina. 3 Br/ To our Island to me Sanibel 2 Ba. $1250/month. Tenants must maintain property. Good Within an Recvclina Center on credit references and rental Dunlop Road across history required. Call (813) 837- Island 3632 or (813)839-5842. 770 Dunlnp Itail from the Sanibel For more Inlnrtnaliun. call 472-24H3 Public Library. Waste Reduction and Prevention Begins With You Children's World /Pass n what you no longer need to charities, To enter the library's magical realm of schools, friends, etc childhood, turn right at the top of the stairs, /Save scrap pieces of paper and used envelopes for writing notes and grocery lists on. or as you leave the elevator. There, at the /Reuse plastic containers for food storage and east end of the building, is a charming spot glass jars for nails, paper clips, screws, etc. where the furniture and the book shelves are /Choose the brand that uses the least amount appropriately-sized and the atmosphere is of packaging. happy and relaxed. Distanced from the adult /Buy items in bulk quantities. areas, the youngsters participate in reading /Bring along your own shopping bag. programs, story-telling sessions and puppet plays, as they learn to.love and appreciate the world of books. For more information, call 472-2483 30 • Week of November 7-13, 2003 e Islander much of this piece seems influenced by the lunch. The holiday party includes Saturdays and noon to 5 on Sundays melodies and rhythms of early America. Christmas music and the cost is $10 to ben- through Sunday Nov. 16. Tickets are $8. #9 "New World." Dvorak was a strong Not only is this a favorite of the listening efit the Orchestra & Chorus Association. For additional information call 949-7181. believer in nationalism and heralded the audience but also a favorite for musicians to For more information and reservations, call On Saturday, Nov. 15th, the Symphony musical identity of the land. Originally play. For tickets call 418-1500. 540-1381. Seating is limited. Society is sponsoring a Bavarian Wine Fest from Czechoslovakia, the composer trav- Tomorrow, Nov. 8th, the Southwest The Showcase — A Renaissance at the Wittstadt residence. A black-tie- eled extensively and spent the later days of Florida Symphony Society's annual Holiday Walk... and Other Castles — optional fund-raiser that also benefits the his career in New York as director of the Holiday Showcase of Homes opens with encompasses three executive-style houses Symphony Orchestra & Chorus, the National Conservatory. While there he Lunch with Mr. and Mrs. Santa Clans at the in the Renaissance Development decorated evening includes a full-course dinner and taught his students to find influence for Renaissance Development off Daniels by area decorators and florists. Ye Olde music by the Paradise Brass Quintet. American music based on American roots. Parkway west of 1-75. The event will pro- Holiday Tea Room will serve complimenta- Tickets are $100. For information or to At the same time, he composed "The New vide the opportunity to have a personal visit ry refreshments and Ye Olde Holiday Gift secure an invitation, call 454-9279. World Symphony." Although musicologists with the Clauses, pictures taken with the Shop will be open for shopping. 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"I want it here." — the performers are the heart uul sou! ul ilic e uuim Just nefore the performance began, General Manager Mueller and Bennett filled this mL ailmnaliK is ihe\ I „. ["mill Sherman welcomed the audience and thanked the sang, danced, laughed, wailed and vewnJ io k h i\ ••iu Si'iiihiJ Community Association and BIG Arts (for the wonderful time while bringing tin. audiuiu. along Vvilli bonowed piano). He then thanked the many volunteers them for the ride. who put in many hours to get the theatre — which has The staging and costuming is clever, with a full been almost completely dark since Summer 2001 — assortment of on-stage quick changes (and a few off- ready to begin a new life. stage changes for dramatic effect). Mueller and Bennett Sherman noted that the artwork from the Tower both delivered solid performances. They held the stage Gallery on display in the theatre lobby is for sale and well, fully engaging the audience as this skillfully con- 10% of the proceeds will be donated to the theatre. structed confection slipped easily from one vignette to Artists from Sanibel's Tower Gallery will continue to the next. A minor quibble is the length of the second act 1 show their work at the theatre throughout the season. and one or two numbers which seemed just a bit sluggish '' -fNte&t Upcoming events at the Periwinkle Playhouse include or off-the-mark. but this was far outweighed by the :«•* a Nov. 20 Big Stakes Island-Style Poker Game to bene- many wonderful moments in this amiable presentation. fit the theatre (call the SCA at 472-2155 for informa- There are three piano accompanists who are alternat- From left: Rich Calabrese, Shirley Jewell, tion). ing performances during the run; Lucille Gaita filled the Gordon Schopfer, Anne Arnoff and Todd On Nov. 29, popular children's singer Rosie Emery, role admirably on opening night. Sherman, the powers-that-be of the SCA who performs regularly at the Caloosa Nature Center, Give My. Regards to Florida was mounted by Periwinkle Playhouse, in the lobby during will bring her "rainbow road" to the theatre; she will be Naples-based Center Stage Productions and it's play- intermission on Opening Night. returning in January and February. ing at the SCA Periwinkle Playhouse for a two-week The Holiday Magic Show returns to the theatre for run, with the final performance on Friday, Nov. 14. a.m. to 4:30 p.m. plus before the show. The Playhouse is two performances on Dec. 20. This wonderful show sells Performances are Friday and Saturday, Nov. 7-8 at 8 at 2200 Periwinkle Way on Sanibel. Phone 472-0324. out every year: performances will be at 4:30 and 8 p.m.; p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 9 at 3 p.m. and Wednesday through Schopfer, Calabrese and Arnoff were pleased and tickets are $20 for adults and $12 for children under 12. Friday, Nov. 12- 14 at 8 p:m. It's a thoroughly enjoyable "relieved," noted Schopfer. "It's been a lot of fun, a lor Brush up on your ballroom dancing with lessons from evening and well worth the $15 price of admission. The of hard work." Calabrese added, "We promised the pub- Honey Larseh; ongoing at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesdays. Call box office is open Monday through Saturday from 10 lic last year that we'd have the theatre going and we the theatre for information. Can't Help Singing — The Jerome Kern Songbook opens with flying colors to full house il Kirby Gosnell at the 88s with Katie Stefanic, Jeffrey Searles, Jen A full house of enthusiastic OSTF members enjoyed the show. Jurek and John Vessels om The Jerome Kern Songbook. Members of the Old Schoolhouse The excitement and energy generat- ed by the cast was contagious and member Jack Weston. The Foundation is always looking Theater Foundation were singing, OSTF members began the evening for new members. For information humming, and whistling portions of audience reaction reflected the enthu- siasm. The action was continuous, with a reception and dinner hosted by call the Foundation at 472-4146. favorite songs last Thursday as they the Thistle Lodge. The beachfront Can't Help Singing — The Jerome left the sold-out preview performance making it easy to wonder how John Vessels, Jeffrey Searles, Jen Jurek, venue, beautiful sunset and delicious Kern Songbook plays through of Can't Help Singing — The Jerome meal portended the excellent evening November 29. For information about Kern Songbook. The new show is the Katie Stefanic, and musical director Kirby Gosnell maintained the pace. to come. The board' sincerely thanks performance times and tickets call the first of the season for the Old Thistle Lodge owners Jerry and Linda Old Schoolhouse Theater box office at Schoolhouse Theater and, if an indica- "What a terrific show to start the sea- son; this is a show everyone in the Shellabarger for their gracious sup- 472-6862 or stop by the theater at tor of things to come, then this should port. 1905 Periwinkle Way. be an outstanding season. family will enjoy!," exclaimed Board 32 • Week of November 7-13, 2003 • Islander The staff at the "Island Cow" wishes to extend our sincere "Thanks" to the loyal residents and the gracious visitors who have supported us during our first year. We will continue to proudly serve quality meals at affordable prices and hold to our philosophy that our patrons "COME AS OUR GUESTS, AND LEAVE AS OUR FRIEND^ WINNER OF S AWARDL 2OOS "BEST OF THE ISLANDS" I!It Place "BEST LUNCH" ••. 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