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NEWSPAPER VOL. 19, NO. 51 SANIBELSanibel & CAPTIVA & Captiva ISLANDS, Islands FLORIDA JUNE 15, 2012 JUNE SUNRISE/SUNSET: 15 6:35 • 8:23 16 6:35 • 8:23 17 6:35 • 8:23 18 6:36 • 8:23 19 6:36 • 8:24 20 6:36 • 8:24 21 6:36 • 8:24 Optimist Club 4th Of July Road Rally he 33rd annual Road Rally starts on TWednesday, July 4 at noon in The Timbers restaurant parking lot. Get your team together and pick up registration forms at Bailey’s General Store, the Sanibel Café, Sanibel Captiva Community Bank, in the Island Sun, or before noon (just after the Fourth of July parade) at The Timbers starting line. Forms are also available online at www.sancapop- timist.org. Registration is a $35 donation per vehi- cle. Visitors are welcome. Dave Horton’s talent for cartoons provides artistic inspiration to youngsters This year’s theme is Design for the 2012 Fourth of July Road Rally T-shirt Rallying for Island Youth. Cartoon Camp Inspires Young Artists The top rally finishers and the best decorated vehicle will win prizes. Points are awarded for elapsed time closest to artoons provide the perfect medium for introducing children to drawing. Children, a secret, pre-established circuit time and distance, and for correct answers to a series of especially young children, have fewer creative and artistic inhibitions than adults. questions about clues along the rally route. CCartoons are fun because the creator can assign any kind of emotion to the sub- Sponsorships, both business and individual donors are now available - $500 and ject and from an action standpoint can make the cartoon character spring into action in $250 donations get names on vehicles and on the rally T-shirt; $100 sponsors get any way they choose. names on vehicles only. Contact Randy Carson at 699-8739 or Richard McCurry at In recent editions of the Cartoon Camp hosted by The Bailey-Matthews Shell 292-4631 to donate funds or for more information. Registration forms and donations Museum, children had a chance to do just that. Dave Horton, local cartoonist, led the may be mailed to San-Cap Optimists, P.O. Box 1370, Sanibel, FL 33957. Donations children through a number of skills and techniques culminating in the production of indi- are tax deductible; San-Cap Optimist Club is a 501(c)3 organization. vidual portfolios the children were able to take home to share with family and friends. Entry form on page 26 continued on page 42

Part II Sinking The Mohawk The Right Way by Michael Heider oe Weatherby, ship wrecker for Reef Makers, and Mike Campbell, Lee County natural resources senior environmental specialist, have their work cut out for Jthem. They have been tasked with making the USS Mohawk go down just as smoothly as did the USNS Vandenberg, without any extra cost to Lee County tax- payers. Sinking the boat is pretty easy. Weatherby even has a preliminary of all the holes to be cut and where the cutting charges should be placed. The real art is making every- one happy in the process. There is a veritable political minefield they have to navigate through in order to do this, and Weatherby and Campbell are the men for the job. On top of this, Weatherby is committed to making the veterans who served on her decks feel as honored as the ones from the Vandy. After all, this is their ship. Sinking it will allow its name and legacy to live on as divers post about their experiences. Time and salt water have taken a toll on the old ship and the hull has become so rusted that it is no longer feasible to maintain the Mohawk as a floating museum; the historic ship was in danger of sinking at its dock. Campbell said county officials were notified that the museum was looking at options to dispose of the historic vessel before it became too great a liability. Scrapping the old ship would have netted the museum nearly $250,000, but the most sensible option was to donate it for construction of an artificial reef. The USS Mohawk will come to rest approximately 28 nautical miles west of Redfish Pass. continued on page 32 Joe Weatherby, the man who will make the ship go “Boom!” 2 ISLAND SUN - JUNE 15, 2012 Wedding Memories At Historical Village submitted by Emilie Alfino s June’s brides prepare to walk down the aisle, the Sanibel AHistorical Museum and Village has on display some wedding items from time gone by among the other his- tory to be seen at the village. In the Rutland House bedroom you’ll find a period wedding dress beside a framed seashell bouquet that won first prize at the shell fair in 1964. The muse- um acquired the bouquet in 2010 when Virginia Klotz, whose mother made the bouquet, approached Mary McLaughlin who is in charge of the museum’s This vintage wedding dress and award-winning seashell bouquet are on display in the archives. Rutland House at the Sanibel Historical Museum and Village “Virginia lived near the Island Inn shell bridal bouquet, but the Village Gift years ago with her parents and had a Shop in the Old Bailey Store carries all- shop on Gulf Drive,” McLaughlin said. white shell wreaths handcrafted of Sanibel “Her father was an artist and her mother shells by Barb Walling. Walling is a worked with shells. Virginia told me they Sanibel resident and award-winning shell moved to Everglades City because their artist. She has been an avid shell collector neighbor’s dog barked all the time. They for many years, and her white wreaths built an identical building there.” make the perfect bridal or shower gift. Klotz’s mother entered the shell fair The shop also sells sailor’s valentines – contest every year. “After she was award- including mirrors and valentines in heart- ed first place five years in a row, she was shaped frames – that make excellent gifts gently asked not to compete again so for brides. They are handcrafted by Jim others could have a chance,” McLaughlin and Rose Prestigiacomo in Texas. Rose said. Klotz is now in her mid-90s and is an award-winning shell artist and Jim last year moved to Ormond Beach to be builds the custom cherry and other wood closer to family. The museum has many display frames. of her father’s paintings. For the bride who isn’t a shell lover, Wedding dress You can’t buy the award-winning sea- gathered in the forests. Damandl teaches pine needle basket artistry at BIG ARTS workshops and her work is exhibited in galleries in the Northeast. The Sanibel Historical Museum is located at 950 Dunlop Road (next I Bouquet to BIG ARTS) and there is handicap < the Village Gift Shop also has a selection access to all buildings. Summer hours, of hand-woven, colorful pine needle bas- which are now in effect, are Wednesday

Sanibel through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

11 20 ketry from Naples artist Gisela Damandl. , LC l L ibe San Admission is $5 for adults (18 and over). of ics raph Damandl compares her work to that of G land Is the Seminole tribes in Florida who wove Members and children are free. For more baskets from the long pine needles they information, call 472-4648 during busi- Don’t Leave Sanibel ness hours. Without One… To advertise in the Island Sun Call 395-1213 These new bumper stickers have green Sanibel Island color to emphasize that almost 70% of Sanibel is conservation lands and a whimsical heart to signify our island lifestyle. The peel-off back has information about Sanibel that you may not know. They are available at: Bailey’s General Store Jerry’s Foods MacIntosh Books Olde Sanibel Shoppes Sanibel Recreation Center 630 Tarpon Bay Road Suncatcher’s Dream Tahitian Gardens, Sanibel • 239-395-5353 Tuttle’s Sea Shell Shop 239.395.1464 www.SynergySportswear.com ISLAND SUN - JUNE 15, 2012 3 tives, personal recommendationa, etc., is Wednesday, June 27. The award is American Legion San-Cap all presented in a straightforward manner expected to be announced by July 11. are important inputs to the Optimists’ The San-Cap Optimists are again Post 123 News Optimists Offer committee for final selection. sponsoring the very popular 4th of July n Sunday, June 17, come to the The deadline for receiving applications Road Rally. American Legion Post 123 for a Scholarship Olasagna dinner served from 1 to he Sanibel-Captiva Optimist Club 8 p.m. Come and treat dad to a fabulous is offering a four-year college meal! Tscholarship of $1,250 per year to Every Wednesday, a meatloaf and one successful applicant. The applicant mashed potato dinner is served from 4 to must be a recent graduate from a high 9 p.m., with Marty Stokes & The Captiva school in Lee County, and apply to the Band playing the blues from 7 to 9:30 Optimists according to the procedure p.m. spelled out in the three forms available HAPPY FATHER’S DAY Every Monday night, Post 123 hosts on their website, located at www.sanc- 9-Ball Pool Tournaments starting at 6 apoptimist.org. p.m. This week’s winner of the first Attention to detail, supporting infor- match was Jack Dalton while Don Stacy mation, a personal statement of objec- took second. The second match winner was Peter Mindel while Kevin Portoff took second. Texas Hold’em is played every Thursday at 7 p.m. and Saturdays at 4:30 p.m. New players are always wel- come. Every Friday, a six-ounce ribeye steak sandwich is on the menu all day. Other menu items include a half-pound burger. Food is served every day and the public is welcome. American Legion Post 123 is open Sanibel Island Fireworks Night 2012 Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday from noon Wednesday, July 4th • 6p to 9p Fireworks @ Dusk to 9 p.m., located at Mile Marker 3 on Sanibel-Captiva Road. For more informa- Presented By: tion, call 472-9979. Optimist Club Junior Anglers he Sanibel-Captiva Optimist Club announced that they are sponsor- Ting a fishing group for kids for the second year in a row. Called the Optimist Club Junior Anglers, it is open to kids who sign up for the Sanibel Recreation Center’s Summer Camp program. Councilors from the club and from the Rec Center work with the kids www.businessesbythebeach.com at various locations such as from land, from the beach and from boats, all on or near the island. The first fishing date was on June 4 in the JN “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge. Each Monday for the length of the program, fishing will take place at a A special thanks to our different venue. Several organizations, in media sponsors: addition to the Sanibel Recreation Center, are also involved. Tarpon Bay Explorers are providing the fishing poles and excur- Music by: Watch the fireworks in style! Kids sions on their boats. Bailey’s General Games! Store is providing the bait. At: For further information about the Optimist Club Junior Anglers, contact Pool Cotton Candy, Ian Wainwright at 579-0095 or Jim Party! Baxter at 292-6703, or call the Rec Ice Cream, Center at 472-0345. Pig Roast Soft Pretzels! Grilled Hot Dogs, Hamburgers & Chicken! Putting Competition & Kids Contests! Read us online at $5 Parking IslandSunNews.com Food & Beverage Bring the whole Tickets for Sale family!

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The American flag flies proudly in front of Sanibel’s second post office at the Sanibel Historical Village. The first was destroyed by the 1926 hurricane, but Postmaster Will Reed collected enough storm debris to construct this building, which originally was located on The American flag peeks through the thickening foliage in front of Sanibel’s second post San Carlos Bay about one mile west from the Sanibel Causeway entrance office at the Sanibel Historical Village. The original was destroyed by the 1926 hurricane he Sanibel Historical Museum & Village will be closed on Wednesday, July 4 in observance of the Independence Day holiday. The museum, located at 950 endeavors in agriculture, fishing, tourism, and the Old Bailey Store. A portion of the TDunlop Road (next to BIG ARTS), is currently observing summer hours and is Old Bailey Store is home to the Village Gift Shop, which carries a variety of gifts for open Wednesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. children and adults, from coloring books to sailor’s valentines, all of which are made The Sanibel Historical Museum & Village, a non-profit 501(c)3 corporation, in America. was founded with the mission to protect, preserve and celebrate Sanibel’s history. Admission is $5 for people 18 and older; children and members of the museum It is comprised of seven historic buildings that have been preserved and moved to are free. the village site. Each building contains exhibits and artifacts highlighting Sanibel’s For more information, call 472-4648 during business hours. More information past. Many of the island’s pioneer families are featured, as well as their commercial is available at www.sanibelmuseum.org, which is currently undergoing major improvements.

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A market for people who love good food!!! continued on page 16 ISLAND SUN - JUNE 15, 2012 7 Sponsors Get Ready For July 4 CARD OF THANKS HAPPY BIRTHDAY Spectacular Fireworks Show n behalf of the staff, students and volunteers at CROW, and espe- Ocially on behalf of our wildlife patients, I would like to thank everyone for their generous support in helping us pay for an unexpected $18,000 repair to our digital radiograph X-ray machine. Special thanks to the Charitable Foundation of the Islands for their dona- tion and also to the Island Sun for letting their readers know about our need. The response was overwhelming and we are deeply appreciative of the results. CROW is fortunate to be part of a generous and caring community that supports our efforts to make a difference in the lives of the wildlife patients we save and in the lives of the people who are passionate, dedicated and committed to helping us save those lives. All of us at CROW extend our heart- felt thanks to everyone who contributed Preparing for 4th of July Fireworks are sponsors Fran Peters of Island Vacations and Mark and we are proud to be part of the fabric Jean Baer Blust of Timbers and Matzaluna restaurants of a community that cares so deeply uess who is now eligible for about protecting our natural resources, senior coffee at McDonalds? he Sanibel Captiva Chamber of Commerce has announced that Island including our native and migratory wildlife Vacations and local restaurants Timbers and Matzaluna have become sponsors G friends. Tof the 4th of July fireworks. Their contributions will help ensure that the fire- Sincerely, works show is bigger and better than ever this year. Steve Greenstein, CROW Executive The fireworks, which will begin at dusk, will be launched from the foot of Bailey Director. Road on Sanibel’s bay side. The fireworks will again be orchestrated by the Zambelli Brothers. This year there will be a community party from 6 to 9 p.m. on Wednesday, July 4 at The Dunes Golf & Tennis club. at The Helm Club, The Landings, South Dusk is estimated be fall around 8:25 p.m. and will be clearly seen from The Dunes Republican Fort Myers. A social hour begins at as well as from the causeway islands and by boat. 11:15 a.m. The noon lunch, business Luncheon meeting, and candidate forum follow. Cost is $16. Reservations are required Candidate Forum and may be made by contacting Tina epublican candidates for the Laurie at 489-4701. Cycling Safety Notes U.S. House of Representatives The Fort Myers Republican Women’s Raffecting Lee County have been Club is affiliated with the Florida invited to participate in the Fort Myers Federation of Republican Women and DON’T WEAR Republican Women’s Club monthly lun- the National Federation of Republican Women. Additional information about the EARPHONES cheon program on Tuesday, June 19. The candidate forum will feature the club may be obtained by contacting the candidates providing their qualifications, president, Gaile Anthony at 292-5212. Our Shared Use Paths then answering questions. The public is invited to attend the have a lot of users, luncheon and forum which will be held especially during “season.” If you’re on the  Paths, every other user is a potential source of danger. So you need to know what’s going on around you. So put away the earbuds and listen! And for cyclists, Florida law prohibits the use of headsets, headphones or Waverunners-Parasailing-Yamaha Scooters-Bicycles-Beach Chairs & Umbrellas-Sailboats “other listening devices.” Skimboards-SUPs-Golf Carts-Banana Boat Rides-Scoot Coupes-Cayo Costa WR Tours No-See-Um Repellent-Sunglasses-Freestyle & Momentum Watches-YOLO Gear-GoPro HD Sector 9-Arbor-Kahuna-Dregs-Gravity & Krown Longboards-Kahuna Big Stick-Beach Accessories-Indo Boards-Slackline-Kids Clothing-Waboba-Zap Skimboards-Cool Hats

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Museum membership affords you the opportunity to visit as often as you like, giving you You’ll never want to leave one of the prettiest porches on the island at Morning Glories, time to explore treasures in the Old Bailey Store, including Frank Bailey’s corner “office” the Sears kit home that once sat on the bay. Become a member and spend as much time there as you like Sanibel Historical Village Membership forms are available at www.sanibelmuseum.org. Click on “Members” on the left-hand side and then scroll down to “New Membership Form.” If you have Nears Membership Goal trouble printing the form, you can simply indicate your desired level of membership and mail a note with your check to: Sanibel Historical Museum & Village, P.O. Box he Sanibel Historical Museum & Village has about six weeks remaining in its 413, Sanibel, FL 33957. Alternatively, call the museum at 472-4648 during business annual membership drive and is only about $1,100 short of its goal. hours for assistance. T “It’s been a very successful membership drive,” said museum manager Emilie The Sanibel Historical Museum & Village is now on summer hours through Alfino. “We set an ambitious stretch goal of $22,000. We’ve never reached that num- Saturday, August 4. Summer hours are 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday through ber before, so we’re very excited to be so close this year. We hope people who love Saturday. The museum will be closed from August 5 through November 6, and will Sanibel, love history, and care about preserving it at the museum will help us close the reopen on Wednesday, November 7 for full days, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. gap.” “Be sure to come back next season to see the new addition to the village – Shore Individual memberships are $25; family memberships are $50. Other levels are Haven, a 1924 Sears kit home that now sits on the bay next to our own Morning available that have additional benefits: a Pioneer Membership at $100 gives the mem- Glories (1926),” said museum president Alex Werner. “We expect Shore Haven to ber VIP priority for events; a Cracker Membership at $250 adds a private tour pack- arrive at the village shortly and restoration will begin over the summer. When it gets age; and a Fisherfolk Membership at $500-plus also includes a special event opportu- here, two historic Sanibel homes will be reunited at our village! Don’t miss it.” nity for the member and his/her family on the village grounds. The Sanibel Historical Museum & Village is a nonprofit organization formed with Business memberships start at $75 and increase to $1,000-plus. They include the mission to preserve, protect, share, and celebrate Sanibel’s history. It is located at unlimited visits to the village, discounts, and a business link from the museum’s web- 950 Dunlop Road, next to BIG ARTS. Adult admission is $5; people under age 18 site, which is now being completely redesigned. and members are free. For more information, call the museum at 472-4648 during Membership also includes free entry to the museum’s new Twilight Talks, all of business hours. which sold out last season. “We plan to hold eight talks next season, making membership an even better value,” Alfino said.

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Jeff Lysiak LOW-RUB, SOYBEAN INK E-mail: [email protected] ISLAND SUN - JUNE 15, 2012 9 • Wednesday, June 20 at 11:30 Zonta New Foundation Board Center 4 Life a.m., Stir Crazy in Bonita Springs. • Tuesday, July 17 at 11:30 a.m., Programs Connor’s Steakhouse in Gulf Coast anibel Fit 4 Life is the motto at Town Center. the Center 4 Life. All ages are Planes, Boats, Trains, Buses – Swelcome. Island Seniors, Inc. Overnight getaway to The Colony in members can buy coupon booklets from Palm Beach, Friday and Saturday, June the City of Sanibel at the Center 4 Life, 22 and 23. Depart at 7 a.m., return 2401 Library Way, or at the Sanibel at 5:30 p.m. Cost is $249 per person, Recreation Center. Booklets of 12 cou- double occupancy; $349 single. Includes pons are $42, or get three coupons for round trip transportation, overnight $10.50. Make checks payable to City of accommodations, full English breakfast, Sanibel. reserved seats for world famous cabaret Happy to be Fit for Life – Monday, featuring Carole Bufford and pre-show Wednesday and Friday at 9 a.m. This dinner, admission to The Colony’s class is a combination of Happy Hour Motown Friday Nights’ Live show, Palm From left, Carolyn Gray, past foundation board president; Kris Ritts, ex-officio club pres- Beach sightseeing Diva Duck tour, guid- ident-elect; Karen Storjohann, foundation board member; Ruth Woodham, foundation and Essential Total Fitness. Keep your board president; Susan Tucker, foundation treasurer; and Ginger Parker, ex-officio club heart, lungs and muscles strong and ed walking tour of Old Palm Beach and treasurer your brain fit with aerobics and muscle Worth Avenue, champagne make-overs conditioning exercises. Class begins with at Neiman Marcus. Limited availability. he new board for The Zonta Foundation of Southwest Florida was recently a joke and ends with a positive thought. Trip to Useppa with Captiva Cruises installed. The foundation is the fundraising arm of the Zonta Club of Sanibel/ Gentle Yoga with Kris Brown – – Tuesday, July 31. Depart from TCaptiva, a service organization of professional women working together to Tuesday and Thursday at 9:30 a.m. McCarthy’s Marina at 10 a.m. and provide hands-on assistance, advocacy and funds to strengthen women’s lives on the Stretch, tone and strengthen while return by 3 p.m. Dine at the Collier islands, in Lee County and around the world through Zonta International. improving flexibility, proper alignment Inn and tour the history museum. Cost For more information, visit www.zontasancap.com. and circulation. Mats are used to meet is $25 for members and $35 for non- the needs of varying experience levels. members. Come to the center to sign Bring a towel. up or mail your reservation with a Fitness Opportunities at the Sanibel check. Recreation Center. Phone 472-0345 or Mystery Dinner Train – Sunday, June Document Shredding July 21 go to www.mysanibel.com and check 24, Deadly Doubles. Tennis stars match under the Recreation Department for wits against the mob in this humorous he Sanibel Community more information. twist on the game of champions. The Association (SCA) Tuesday Kayaking – June 19, July train departs at 5:30 p.m. from the Twill be hosting a drive 10 and 24, 8:30 a.m. There is space Colonial Station depot in Fort Myers at to shred your unneeded for 16 people on eight two-person 2805 Colonial Boulevard. documents and papers on kayaks and unlimited space for those Join in the fun as the cast unravels a Saturday, July 21, between 9 who own their own kayaks. Everyone is comical mystery before your eyes. You and noon at The Community encouraged to take a turn leading the decide who the killer is and why they House. group. The center supplies the kayaks, would do such a dastardly deed. Make If the thought of tediously paddles and life jackets. Bring water, sure to write down all the clues you hand-feeding piles of personal a small snack, change of clothing, sun discover. Clue sheets will be collected papers into your home shred- lotion, bug spray, sunglasses and a hat. before the final act, when all will dis- der makes it tough to get Cost is $5 for Island Seniors, Inc. mem- cover why the perfect murder just can’t motivated, then let someone bers and $10 for non-members. Come be pulled off… or can it? A prize will else shred it for you safely and by the center to sign up. be awarded to one super sleuth in each quickly. The mobile shredder New Computer Class With Patty dining car. Bring documents such as includes Windows 7. PC Savvy - News Members are $60, non-members bank statements, credit cards receipts, old checks, income tax returns or anything that you can use – Thursday, June 28 or are $70. Includes a five-course dinner, contains personal information. You can watch the professionals at Secure Shredding, Wednesday, July 25, 1 to 3 p.m. Learn murder mystery show and train ride. Inc. pulverize your papers into bits within minutes. how to use libraries, folders, flash drives, Beverages and gratuity not included. The service is open to the public. A fee of $5 for one box will be collected. If you search options, desktop icons and other Car pooling will be available. have more boxes, an additional donation is requested. All proceeds go to the operat- applications. Your paid reservation guar- Trash & Treasures – Saturday, ing fund of The Community House, which is not funded by the city but is a 501 (c) 3 antees your seat. Cost is $30 for mem- November 10, 9 a.m. to noon. The organization whose mission is to enrich community spirit through educational, cultural bers and $45 for non-members. center is looking for gently used items and social gatherings Watercolor with Bea Pappas – for the sale. Suggested items include For more information on this event about sponsoring SCA events, go to www.sani- Fridays, 12:30 to 3 p.m. If you have household furniture, home decor, glass- belcommunityhouse.net or call 472-2155. some painting experience and would ware, fishing/boating supplies, hard- Summer office hours are 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday through Friday at 2173 like to work from a still life or photo, ware/tools, sporting goods, dishes and Periwinkle Way. join the class. Cost is $20 per session utensils, cookware, luggage, collectibles, for members and $25 for non-members. toys, linens (bedspreads, drapes, table Class runs through August 31. cloths), small appliances (blenders, mix- Discounted tickets to Barbara B. ers, coffee pots). Please, no clothes, Island Winds Coiffures Mann Performing Arts Hall, Naples shoes, computers, printers or TVs. Philharmonic or Florida Repertory Call the center at 472-5743 for HairH Salon for Women & Men Theatre for the 2013 season are avail- more information. able. It’s easy to make a reservation but Please Welcome you must hold a reservation by purchas- "Josephine" ing a ticket by September 1. Call the featuring Facial Threading... center for more information. Share your community Games at the Center: news with us. (facial hair removal) Bridge – 12:30 p.m. Monday and Call 395-1213 Featuring Wednesday Hand & Foot – 12:30 p.m. Tuesday Fax: 395-2299 Manicures • Pedicures • Cuts • Color • Perms Mahjongg – 12:30 p.m. Thursday "Let us Mexican Train – 12:30 p.m.Thursday or email NEW CUSTOMERS ALWAYS WELCOME! Cost is $2.50 for members and $5 Pamper You!" for non-members. Prizes are awarded. [email protected] 695 Tarpon Bay Road, Sanibel • Promenade • 472-2591 Leisure Lunchers & Thrift & Consignment Connoisseurs 10 ISLAND SUN - JUNE 15, 2012 UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST: his service. Churches/ Temples 2050 Periwinkle Way 472-0497 OBITUARY From 1946 to 1950 he instructed ANNUNCIATION GREEK The Rev. Dr. John H. Danner, Sr. Pastor. geology at Union College while taking ORTHODOX CHURCH: The Rev. Deborah Kunkel, Associate Pastor graduate courses at Harvard. He subse- 8210 Cypress Lake Drive, Fort Myers Worship Services: Sunday 7:45 a.m. quently transferred to graduate school at Rev. Dr. Elias Bouboutsis Chapel Service, and 10 a.m. Full Service, Orthros Service Sunday 9 a.m. with Sunday School and Nursery Care pro- the University of Wisconsin and complet- Divine Liturgy Sunday 10 a.m. vided. Elevator access. ed a master’s degree in 1952. In 1953, Fellowship Programs, Greek School, ST. ISABEL CATHOLIC CHURCH: after serving as acting state geologist for Sunday School, Bible Study 3559 San-Cap Rd., 472-2763 one year, he became the director of the www.orthodox-faith.com, 481-2099 Pastor: Rev. Christopher Senk, Department of Natural Resources for the BAT YAM-TEMPLE OF THE ISLANDS: Saturday Vigil Mass 5 p.m. state of Wisconsin, later to become the The Reform Congregation of Bat Yam Sunday Mass 9:30 a.m. Geologic Survey of Wisconsin. Under his Temple of the Islands meets for Friday Daily Mass Wed., Thurs., Friday at 8:30 direction the survey, which had limited night services at 8 p.m. in the Fellowship a.m. Communion Service Mon. and Tues. staff and funds, grew to a viable and Hall of the United Congregational Church at 8:30 a.m. Confession first Saturday of 2050 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel the month 9 a.m. by appointment. Holy indispensable program with four full-time Rabbi Selwyn Geller For more information Days please call. geologists, eight part-time geologists/ 239-472-0177 or [email protected] ST. MICHAEL & ALL ANGELS soil scientists, four technicians, and three CAPTIVA CHAPEL BY THE SEA: EPISCOPAL CHURCH: secretaries plus other federal agency staff The Rev. Thomas E. Nyman 2304 Periwinkle Way between the employed in cooperative programs. November 13, 2011 thru April 22, 2012 Bean and Baileys, 472-2173 Hanson organized the survey into sur- Sunday 11 a.m., 472-1646. Rev. Dr. Ellen Sloan, Rector vey/research programs in environmental FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST, SCIENTIST: www.saintmichaels-sanibel.org geology, mineral resources, topographic 2950 West Gulf Dr., Sunday - 10:30 a.m.; Worship Services: Saturdays at 5 p.m. mapping, geologic mapping and stratig- Sunday School - 10:30 a.m., Wednesday Sundays at 9:30 a.m. DR. GEORGE FULFORD HANSON evening meeting - 7:30 p.m.; Reading Sunday School (PreK-6thgr.) at 9:30 a.m. raphy, water resources, and soil survey. room open, Monday, Wednesday and Wednesdays at 9 a.m. and r. George Fulford Hanson of Each program contained the traditional Friday 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. (November 1st Wednesdays of the month 6 p.m., Pot Acworth, New Hampshire, died basic survey activities of data collection through March), Friday 10 a.m. to Luck Supper at 6:30 p.m. DFriday, May 18 at Hope Hospice and storage, research and analysis, and 12 p.m. (summer hours). 472-8684. Morning Prayer: Tuesdays at 9 a.m. House near his winter residence on publication/outreach/service. SANIBEL COMMUNITY CHURCH UNITARIAN UNIVERSALISTS Sanibel Island. He is survive by his dog George emphasized the basic need 1740 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, 472-2684 OF THE ISLANDS: Tendy; daughters Hollis Ward, Tracy for accurate and reliable topographic Dr. Daryl Donovan, Senior Pastor Meets on the first Sunday of each month Hanson and Lindley Hanson; grandchil- maps. He was also deeply concerned Sunday Worship Hours: from December through April at the Sanibel with groundwater issues, including pollu- 7:45 a.m. Traditional Service with Communion Congregational Church, 2050 Periwinkle dren Jonathan Hanson, John, Henry 9 a.m. Contemporary Service with Kids’ Church Way at 5 p.m. A pot luck is held at a mem- and Nelle Ward and Remi Hanson- tion, effect of withdrawals on availability, 10:45 a.m. Adult and Youth Sunday School ber’s home on the third Sunday of each Atewologun; and great-grandchildren and human impact through indiscriminate classes month. For more information call 433-4901 Niaomi, Jonathan and Tayler Hanson. land use. His concern led to expansion 11 a.m. Traditional Service with Choir or email [email protected]. His wife of 60 years, Marguerite of the survey’s programs in both of these Childcare available at all services. Katherine (Gardner) Hanson died areas. Under his influence and direc- SANIBEL CONGREGATIONAL February 18, 2010. tion, the cooperative topographic map- George was born July 14, 1916 in ping program with the U.S. Geological Schenectady, New York. The Knolls, his Survey focused on completion of the family’s estate lost after the Depression, 1:24,000 scale 7.5-minute series. His is now the Knolls GE Atomic Power efforts expanded the program to include HAIR COLOR Research Laboratory in Schenectady. He the advice and financial support of the received his primary education in England Wisconsin Departments of Transportation EXPERTS and attended school with his childhood (1960) and Natural Resources (1974). friend Patti Lee Fermor. George studied Dr. Hanson continued the survey’s ON SANIBEL medicine at Oxford University. However, pattern of growth until he retired in 1972 after participating in expeditions to and moved to Acworth, New Hampshire. Newfoundland and Labrador, he chose At the time of his retirement he was to pursue geology. From 1937 to 1943 awarded a Ph.D. in appreciation for ser- HAIR AND NAILS he returned to Schenectady where he vices rendered. received a bachelor’s degree in geology Having always regretted the loss of BIRKENSTOCK • MEPHISTO • ECCO from Union College. his family estate in Schenectady, George www.TribecaSalonSanibel.com During World War II, George was spent his retirement years with his wife COMFORT BY DESIGN an officer in the Merchant Marines and Maggie maintaining their property in 2340 Periwinkle Way Ste D1 served as burser and medic on a lib- New Hampshire for further generations (239) 395-0666 • 1-800-454-3008 erty tanker in the Atlantic, Pacific, and to gather and enjoy. 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he members of P.E.O. Chapter FV of Sanibel announced that Meghan Collins has been awarded a P.E.O. STAR Scholarship. The daughter of Jeanette Farr Tand David Collins and the stepdaughter of Dave Farr and Christin Collins, Meghan recently graduated from Fort Myers High School and will attend Florida State University, where she plans to study psychology. The P.E.O. STAR Scholarship is a highly competitive award, with less than 10 percent of those applying nationwide chosen for this honor. The $2,500 scholarship recognizes exceptional high school women based on their excellence in leadership, extracurricular activities, community service, academics and potential for future suc- cess. This is the second year in a row that a student nominated by Chapter FV has been given this scholarship. A highlight of Collins’ high school career was her founding of the PACE Sisters program at the local PACE Center For Girls. She recruited middle and high school

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Additionally, nominees must make a commitment to attend two Royal Balls each year for two years, along with other Royal Court functions, hosting at Holiday House, participation in Edison Festival of Light Grand Parade and other Edison Pageant of Light functions. Nominees must be between the age of 19 and 25, must have graduated from high school by September 1, 2012 and must have lived in Lee County for at least one year prior. Membership in the Edison Pageant of Light is not required for either the nominee or the person submitting the nomination. Membership in the Edison Pageant of Light will be offered to any nominee who is selected to join the Royal Court. The inspiration for the Royal Court of Edisonia was of the late Robert Halgrim, who wanted to create a celebration that would pay homage to the great inventor and Kneeling is Anne Joffe and Gary Schmelz. Front row from left is Gussie Ross, Carol his close personal friend, Thomas Edison. Halgrim wished to design an event that Saunders, Pat Rosenquist, Helen Clark, Margory Tunnell and John Tunnell. Second row would become a living memorial to the man who gave us incandescent light. The Fort from left is Gail Geibel, Duane Kauffman, David, Richard Batt Rosenquist, Robin Harris, Bill Myers Woman’s Community Club and the Jaycees enthusiastically helped him develop Haugh, David Joffe and Bernice Schmelz his concept of the mythological kingdom of Edisonia. from in Fort Lauderdale. A link between the two celebrations was forged when Sunshine King, Robert Museum Trip To The shell museum group stayed in Halgrim, abdicated in favor of new monarchs, Virginia (Sheppard) Holloway and a motel, utilized golf carts to transverse James E. Hendry. These monarchs were crowned the first royalty of Edisonia. The Chub Cay A this small but heavenly island, and ate event has been held each year since, with the exception of the war years, 1942 to delicious meals in the Harbor House 1945. Huge Success Restaurant, where they dined on fresh There are two royal balls hosted by the Edison Pageant annually. The first hon- group of 14 adventurous natural- local lobster, conch and fish. The food ors past Kings and Queens of the realm and the current reigning Monarchs. The ists and shell enthusiasts joined was excellent and served by old friends, Coronation Ball is held the Friday before the Grand Parade of Light crowning the new Aorganizers Anne Joffe and Gary Charlie and Remedy. Chub Cay is a pri- King and Queen of Edisonia. Pageant Royalty also participates in the Edison Festival Schmelz on a trip to Chub Cay in The vate island, has a very deep water marina of Light’s Grand Parade. Bahamas to benefit the Bailey-Matthews and is frequented by yachts of all sizes, For nomination forms, send an email to [email protected] before June Shell Museum. Located in the Berry small not being one of them. 20. Return completed forms to Edison Pageant of Light, P.O. Box 1311, Fort Myers, Islands, Chub Cay is a one-hour flight continued on page 25 FL 33902. For more information, call 334-2550. MAKE FATHER’S DAY RESERVATIONS NIGHTLY SPECIALS TENDER It’s Shrimpfest is the NIGHT! Time! Sunday is Every Tuesday enjoy Crunchy PRIME RIB Shrimp, Coconut Fried Shrimp, Shrimp Scampi, NIGHT BBQ Shrimp, Shrimp fra While it Lasts Monday - Magic Meatloaf w/brown gravy Diablo plus a changing selection of shrimp specials 12 oz. Tuesday - Grilled Skirt Steak w/chimichurri like Thai Shrimp and More! for Wednesday - Jerk Chicken And the “Special” Part… $22.00 Thursday - Sushi & Sashimi they are all priced at $15. Friday - Still Lobstah Night So make plans now with friends and Saturday - New England Fish Fry family ‘cause we Sunday - Battle of the Ribs (BBQ vs Prime) don’t know how long it will last! $6 Burgers & Quesadillas! Happy Hour Daily 4-6 33 Before 5 PM Years of Fresh Fish 10-Midnight on Sanibel Island! (Dine in only) Fish Market Open at 11 am (2 pm Sunday) Restaurant Open 5:00-9:30 pm 7 days Fish Market Open at 11 am (2 pm Sunday) Restaurant Open 4:00pm -12.00 am 7 days 472-3128 703 Tarpon Bay Rd www.prawnbroker.com 472-3128 703 Tarpon Bay Rd www.sanibelsportsbar.com ISLAND SUN - JUNE 15, 2012 25 naturally: filters out particles and pollutants from non-permeable surfaces and creates SARR Members Hear Presentations micro sites in our gardens for wild life, butterflies and native plants. Gevelinger illus- trated her talk with photos from Sanibel properties showing the many attractive effects On Barrier Island Water Management that could be achieved by planning for sustainability. The topic of gardens, especially the remarkable botanical gardens at Sanibel Moorings, was highlighted by the presentation given by Anita Marshall, the head gar- dener there. She described the history of the gardens, the many and different contribu- tions made by her predecessors as the gardens developed, and her own vision for the future of the remarkable environment created by a happy combination of nature and human skill. Palms, bromeliads, cacti and hibiscus – native plants and tropical exotics alike all flourish and are admired by the many visitors to the gardens. “We are extremely grateful to our speakers for their original and insightful presen- tations” said Mark Anderson, president of SARR. “We are delighted that so many residents, dignitaries, representatives of island non-profits and city officials were able to come along to our meeting on this important topic for Sanibel.”

Speakers at last week’s meeting, from left, included Mark Anderson, president of SARR; Dr. Simeon Komisar, environmental engineering program director at FGCU; Leigh Gevelinger, landscape architect; Dean Martin, TDM Consulting; and Anita Marshall, head gardener at Sanibel Moorings From page 24 he Sanibel Alliance for Renewable Resources (SARR) meeting on June 7 at Chub Cay The Community House heard from three distinguished speakers on the sub- Tject “The utilization and management of water on a barrier island.” The meet- The group also went out in rental boats that took them to various islands to discov- ing was well attended by more than 50 people, including members of the city coun- er and explore the ocean life on three different days. Gary Schmelz, the group’s sci- cil, planning commission, city staff and representatives of the JN “Ding” Darling entific leader, made sure everyone learned as much as possible about the local animals National Wildlife Refuge and Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation. and plants. He carried an aquarium and the group used it to transport unusual shrimp, Dr. Simeon Komisar, environmental engineering program director at Florida Gulf crabs, fish, flat worms, feather duster worms and live shells to better understand and Coast University, provided an insightful and entertaining view of the work being done see what they look like before releasing them back into their natural habitats. The tour at FGCU to explore the links between climate, water management and energy conser- group utilized beach combing, sieving through screens, exploring sand bars and many vation. The audience heard about the modern approaches to the efficient use of water other means to seek out new shells. and how residents can make use of one of Sanibel’s unique qualities: our groundwater. Dr. Schmelz gave three lectures on the Bahamas this trip: the history, the coral The water is fresh, not saline, maintains a steady temperature year round and has reefs and the shells of the Bahamas. As a preview of our upcoming trip, he also gave great potential for thermal exchange, enabling both cooling and heating. Sanibel’s a lecture about the shells of Western Australia. rainfall can be stored and used for domestic purposes beneath permeable and imper- The next shell collector adventure to benefit the Bailey-Matthew Shell Museum is to meable surfaces with important long-term environmental benefits. Guaymas, Mexico. This trip will be led by Anne Joffe and Alan Gettleman in December. Leigh Gevelinger, a landscape architect with R.S. Walsh, spoke about the environ- For more information about this trip, contact Diane Thomas at 395-2233. mental benefits of good water management. She described how many keen gardeners in the audience could take advantage of water detention. Detention collects rainfall

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BIG ARTS Classical Music Scholarship Application Deadline Is September 7 IG ARTS is currently accepting applications for the BIG ARTS/Kenneth L. Nees Classical Music Scholarship Award. B The major goal of the BIG ARTS/Kenneth L. Nees Classical Music Scholarship is to award scholarships to highly talented high school or college students who plan to continue their classical music training. Students who study any classical musical instrument, composition, conducting or teaching are eligible. Applications are available Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at BIG ARTS, 900 Dunlop Road, Sanibel, FL 33957; online at www.BIGARTS.org; or via email at info@ BIG ARTS.org. All materials are due to BIG ARTS no later than Friday, September 7, to be consid- ered for this scholarship. Ken Nees is a BIG ARTS volunteer who not only works in the office every day, but 1551 1551 Periwinkle Periwinkle WayWay I472-7242472-7242 is also the chair of the Workshop/Classes Committee; he also has served several terms LunchLunch 11–3 11-3I Happy Happy Hour Hour 3–6 3-6I Dinner Dinner 5–9:30 5-9 on the board of directors. He is a fan of classical music and is devoted to helping tal- Dinner reservations suggested ented young musicians continue to develop their musical talents. Live Chris Workman Every Wed. 7-10pm BIG ARTS has several scholarship programs that are supported by generous Live! Danny Morgan & Friends! donors. To learn more about establishing a scholarship fund to support your passion, Music Danny Morgan & Friends Tues. & Thurs. 7-10pm TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS, 8PM UNTIL... and make a difference in the lives of others, contact Development Coordinator Kara Minoui at 472-9700. ISLAND SUN - JUNE 15, 2012 27

Instructor Bobby Logue leads campers in a Thriller dance Performing, Visual Arts Activities At BIG ARTS Summer Arts Camp ummer Arts Camp at BIG ARTS is an excellent way for children to get cre- ative and keep engaged during the summer. This arts camp runs Monday Sthrough Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. through July 27. Activities include acrylic painting, ceramics, dance, photography, puppetry, improvi- sational acting, music appreciation, film editing, folk art and general arts and crafts. Tuition for campers entering kindergarten through fifth grade in the fall is $130 per week. If attending three or more weeks, the cost is reduced to $115 per week. Middle and high school students have the option to attend camp solely as a student or select to participate in the fine arts apprentice program, spending half the day as a student and the other half assisting instructors of K-5 classes as a volunteer to receive community service hours. Middle and high school tuition is $80 per week. Courses Charlie Reinhardt with his assemblage art include photography, basket weaving, film editing, painting and writing. For further information on registration for Summer Arts Camp or to become a In observance of Independence Day, there is no camp on Wednesday, July 4. member, stop by BIG ARTS, 900 Dunlop Road in Sanibel; call 395-0900; e-mail Tuition is adjusted during this fifth week of camp to reflect the four-day session. [email protected]; or log on to www.BIGARTS.org. Tuition assistance is available; contact BIG ARTS for an application. Sponsor Sanibel-Captiva Kiwanis Foundation, L.A.T. Foundation and Sanibel- Captiva Community Bank.

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Lauren Drexler in Theatre Conspiracy’s Becky’s New Car Miriam Margolyes in Dickens’ Women Car (November 13 to 20), Dickens’ Strauss Theater, BIG ARTS Plans Women (December 4 to 9), Forever located at 2244 Plaid: Plaid Tidings (December 17 Periwinkle Way on 2012-13 Live to 31), Monty Python’s Spamalot Sanibel. Groups (January 11 to February 16), The of 10 or more are Theater Season Marvelous Wonderettes (February 22 now eligible to take IG ARTS Herb Strauss Theater, to March 23), Charles Lindbergh: The advantage of Herb the only professional theater on Lone Eagle (February 24 to March 10) Strauss Theater’s BSanibel, has announced its 2012- and Fully Committed (March 29 to early bird group 13 live theater season beginning this April 27). discount rates for fall. Productions include Becky’s New All productions are at BIG ARTS Herb any of these eight shows. Theatre Conspiracy’s pro- OM 11 A.M. - MI duction of Becky’s FR DNI New Car crosses EN GH the Causeway from P T Fort Myers and O drives onto Sanibel for an encore eight- night run at BIG ARTS Herb Strauss Theater. Becky’s New Car is the story of a frustrated, middle-aged mother and wife whom a wealthy widower mistakenly assumes is a widow herself. When she repeated- ly neglects to correct Lunch • Dinner • And Late Night his mistake, Becky finds herself swept JOIN US FOR HAPPY HOUR up in a double life 3-6 PM MONDAY - SATURDAY & ALL DAY SUNDAY! and charade speed- ing dangerously off www.thefi shhouserestaurants.com track. Performances are at 8 p.m. on FREE November 13 to 20, and a 4 p.m. mati- ing those drawn from Oliver Twist, Glass of House Slice of née on November 18. Great Expectations and Nicholas OR Award-winning British actress Miriam Nickleby. Performances are at 8 p.m. on Wine, Domestic Key Lime Margolyes, famous for roles in films such December 4, 5, 6 and 8, and a 3 p.m. as Harry Potter and the Chamber of matinée on December 9. Secrets and Little Shop of Horrors, It will be a Plaid Christmas on Sanibel Draft or Well Drink! Pie this holiday season. Forever Plaid: Plaid With purchase of entrée. Valid for Lunch 11am-4pm. Not to be combined with any other offers. Expires 6/30/12 arrives stateside this season with her critically-acclaimed one-woman show, Tidings finds our favorite all-male vocal Dickens’ Women. Margolyes, who also group, The Plaids, returning to Earth played Madam Morrible in the Broadway from Heaven to deliver some much-need- 239.472.7770 production of Wicked, will portray many ed holiday cheer. Filled with Christmas 1523 Periwinkle Way • Sanibel Island of Charles Dickens’ most colorful and standards that have all been “Plaid- entertaining literary characters, includ- erized,” the boys’ Christmas Special is ISLAND SUN - JUNE 15, 2012 29

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15951 CAPTIVA DRIVE s 239.472.5161 s TWEEN-WATERS.COM Tracy Cullimore 32 ISLAND SUN - JUNE 15, 2012 budget cuts and everyone wanting taxes economic development, there are few lowered, it was very important that we things with a return on investment like were able to do this without Lee County this. funding it. The funding was a multi-taxing “A lot of ships sunk for artificial reefs district from West Coast Navigation look like barges. The plan for this project District (WCND). I got the grant for $1.5 is to attach a WWII lifeboat and put rep- million, and we are well under budget at lica guns back on the ship. She’s going to this point. It will probably be under $1.3 go out in war-fighting trim. She’s going to million, but I wanted to make sure that look like something to be proud of. we had enough funds to cover the entire “She will be in 90 feet of water with project in the event that something unex- a 35 feet clearance overtop,” added pected happened. I didn’t want to have Weatherby. “We are using very high-tech to start knocking on doors saying, ‘I don’t shaped cutting charges to sink her. The have any more money,’ so I wanted to process will not disturb the sea life; what make sure that we had coverage for the you are not going to see is a bunch of full cost of the project. Part of that is hav- dead fish floating to the surface. We use ing a little bit of a cushion available.” the most modern methods and it’s more Explained Weatherby, “It starts with like surgery than it is like a mining opera- the Environmental Protection Agency tion. This is very clean, very specialized (EPA) regulatory compliances, which are work. more than 400 pages. It’s highly regu- “It will take lated. Being involved with these projects less than three for so long, we work with a lot of media, minutes for the there are insurance people that are neces- ship to settle on sary and there are a lot of moving parts. the ocean floor What a lot people think is that you simply after the charges wipe the oil out of a ship and sink it, but are set off. The the process is much more complicated. swift method we We also do the economic projections. We employ helps do all of it, from end to end. The USS Mohawk will go down with this original WWII lifeboat and replica cannons to ensure that Linear cutting charges “We didn’t do the full-blown eco- the ship will From page 1 “As you can see all over Lee County, nomic projection on this one. We had land upright and we have monuments in Fort Myers, Cape the opportunity and (Mike) Campbell and not fall to her side. While there are no Sinking The Coral and some of our parks, and people I grabbed the ship. We estimate to be guarantees, what we do know as that by really appreciate them. That was one of somewhere between $900,000 and $1.5 using these explosive cutting charges is Mohawk the inspirations. Another thing is, as far million, I think, is what the budget is on the best way to lay a ship on her keel,” The Process Lee County Went as our fishing and diving goes, one of my this one. The last big one we did relative Weatherby continued. “The engine will Through To Get Where We Are goals as part of my job is to provide the to this was $8.5 million, which was the be cleaned and kept intact with the cover Today best experiences out on the water for visi- Vandenberg in Key West,” he added. removed so that divers can see the pis- “I had a vision for the project tors and residents of Lee County, from “Projected revenue for this, I would tons. This is something that you can’t see and knew what I wanted to do,” said the minute they board their boat to wher- say that in no more than three years, anywhere else.” Campbell. “I hit the streets and starting ever they want to go, I want them to be Lee County will have its money back, if The cleaning and removal of danger- talking to people. I spoke with our vet- able to do what they want and to know it even takes that long. And this didn’t ous obstructions includes: erans, I talked to our fishermen and our what they can do. To provide something come out of the Lee County General • Oil and fuel – Remove liquid fuels divers. During tourist season, I probably like this, a recreational destination to go Funds,” said Weatherby. “Mike Campbell and oils and semi-solids (greases) so that give one presentation per week to fishing to, I formulated what we needed as a put together the ‘perfect storm’ of project no visible sheen is remaining on the tank clubs, diving clubs, Kiwanis Clubs, etc. I community and then I looked for a prod- management for this. The money comes surfaces (this includes all interior fittings, just went out and talked to people to find uct that I could bring to the county.” back quickly and the ship will get bet- piping, structural members, etc.). No film out what their wants and needs were. “Another issue was funding: how are ter every year as far as the experience We have a large veteran population; I we going to fund it?” added Campbell. for fishing and diving. The lifespan on believe we have over 40,000 veterans “I applied for and received a water infra- a project like this, she’s an ice breaker. in Lee County, not including their sons, structure grant that paid for the entire This isn’t a tiny little thing. She’s built to daughters, mothers and things like that. project, so I was able to continue with the be around about 70 years and you never The veterans really care about preserving project without using any of the county’s have to paint, you don’t have to shovel the history. general funds. These days, with so many snow, no staff and no insurance. As an

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or visible accumulation is remaining on – Remove all manufactured products con- and exfoliated paint. any vessel structure or component (e.g. taining greater than or equal to 50 parts • Solids/Debris/Floatables – Remove on machinery or from spills on decking or per million (ppm) of solid PCBs; remove loose debris, including materials or equip- carpet). The end result of such clean-up all liquid PCBs regardless of concentra- ment that are not permanently attached should be that no sheen be visible upon tion; remove all materials contaminated to the vessel that could be transported sinking a vessel. by PCB spills where the concentration of into the water column during a sinking • Asbestos – Remove any loose asbes- the original PCB source is greater than or event. tos and asbestos that may become loose equal to 50 ppm. • Other materials of environmental during vessel sinking; remove or seal • Paint – Remove harmful exterior hull concern – Remove other materials that accessible friable asbestos. anti-fouling systems that are determined may negatively impact the biological, • Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs) to be active; remove exfoliating (peeling) physical, or chemical characteristics of the marine environment. (For further information, there is a 400-page EPA handbook available.) • To create a nicer and safer environ- ment for divers and big fish. • Removal of sharp and protruding objects along the divers’ access path which could snag on divers’ equipment or otherwise pose a danger to the divers. • Removal of doors and access hatch- es and widening of openings to allow safe access for divers. • Widening of corridors by removal of some wall paneling and provision of large openings in the exterior of the ship to allow light to penetrate and help ensure safe diver access. The original wood deck will remain intact since it is bolted and tied down

This is where the cutting charges will be placed to knock a hole in the back Swimming through the ship will be a lot easier than going up and down ladders 34 ISLAND SUN - JUNE 15, 2012 all concerned. Look for ways to cool things operational flight of the Fokker Eindecker things in America since they were invented. ★★★★ down before they boil over. plane. The Fokker was equipped with They show you what to do, how to do it, My Stars SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to machine guns that could fire straight ahead when to do it, how to feel about it, and how FOR WEEK OF JUNE 18, 2012 December 21) An unexpected change in through the aircraft’s propellers. 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Share your community news with us. TropicalTropicTTroopiccaa Salad! Call 395-1213 Fax: 395-2299 Rated by: ZAGAT ® or email ZAGAT.COM Follow us on [email protected] acebook 36 ISLAND SUN - JUNE 15, 2012 – supported 4.1 million full-time equiva- Nonprofit Arts And lent jobs and generated $22.3 billion in federal, state and local tax revenues. Culture Industry “This study shines a much-needed light on the vital role the arts play in stimulat- Generates $68.3M ing and sustaining economic develop- ee County’s nonprofit arts and ment,” said Robert L. Lynch, president culture industry generated $68.3 and CEO of Americans for the Arts. Lmillion in annual economic activity “Contrary to popular belief, the arts are a in 2010 – supporting 2,038 full-time bustling industry that supports a plethora equivalent jobs and generating $9.4 of diverse jobs, generates significant rev- million in local and state government enues for local businesses and to federal, revenues, according to the new Arts & state and local governments and provides Economic Prosperity IV national eco- quality of life that positions communities nomic impact study. to compete in our 21st century creative The most comprehensive economic economy.” impact study of the nonprofit arts and cul- Arts Industry Boon For Local ture industry ever conducted in the United Businesses States, Arts & Economic Prosperity IV In addition to spending by organiza- was directed by Americans for the Arts, tions, the nonprofit arts and culture the nation’s leading nonprofit organiza- industry leverages $45.1 million in event- tion for advancing the arts and arts edu- related spending by its audiences. As a cation. result of attending a cultural event, attend- According to the study, nonprofit arts ees often eat dinner in local restaurants, ARC’s Pet Photo Calendar Contest and culture organizations in Lee County pay for parking, buy gifts and souvenirs alone spent $23.2 million during fiscal and pay a babysitters, etc. What’s more, t’s time to fluff up Fifi and Fido! attendees from out of town often stay As people who appreciate the beauty and practicality of ARC’s annual calendar, year 2010. This spending is far-reaching; organizations pay employees, purchase overnight in local hotels. In Lee County, Ithe folks at Animal Refuge Center are inviting you to submit an entry into their these dollars support 2,038 full-time photo calendar contest. supplies, contract for services and acquire assets within their community. Those dol- equivalent jobs and generate $9.4 million What better way to highlight the delightful personality of your beloved pet(s) than in local and state government revenues. through our contest? Just a $5 entry fee gets you started and also helps more than lars, in turn, generated $21.3 million in household income for local residents and “This study shows how immensely 500 abandoned pets at the Animal Refuge Center. It takes funding to intake pets in the arts and cultural community directly need and find them homes – won’t you help them, and give your pet a chance to $3.1 million in local and state govern- ment revenues. provides jobs and stimulates tourism. Our become a “superstar?” robust cultural environment leads to the Submissions are accepted through the ARC website: http://animalrefugecenter. Lee County Alliance for the Arts’ executive director Lydia Black notes, expansion of existing businesses and also com/calendar/enter-calendar-contest/. helps lure new businesses and retirees to The grand prize includes: “The arts are well known for their entertainment value and for enhancing choose Lee County as their home. The • Cover shot and the month of your choice (excluding March) in ARC’s 2013 Pet arts truly represent a crucial pillar of the Calendar a community’s quality of life. This study provides a persuasive argument, and the economy” said Carol S. Robinson, vice • $150 photo session with SandBarPhotography.com president, Northern Trust Company and • (1) $40 gift certificate good for your choice of: (2) Caring Visits, (1) Overnight statistical data, to prove that the arts are also significant economic drivers, which longtime Southwest Florida Symphony Stay while you’re away OR 3 pounds of dog treats by Pawsotively Purrfect board member. • $25 Gift Card from Paw-radise Estero enhance our community’s overall health and vitality.” The Arts & Economic Prosperity IV • $10 gift certificate to Petco study was conducted by Americans for Remaining winners will receive one month feature spot in ARC’s 2013 Pet Nationally, the Arts & Economic Prosperity IV study reveals that the non- the Arts and supported by The Ruth Calendar and a $150 photo session with SandBar Photography. Lilly Fund of Americans for the Arts. The Animal Refuge Center is located at 18011 Old Bayshore Road in North profit arts industry produced $135.2 billion in economic activity during 2010. The project was administered locally by Fort Myers. For more information, call 731-3535 or read their new blog at www. the Lee County Alliance for the Arts ARCinAction.com. This spending – $61.1 billion by nonprof- it arts and culture organizations plus an and funded with the assistance of The additional $74.1 billion by their audiences City of Fort Myers; Lee County Visitor & Convention Bureau; Florida Division of Cultural Affairs; and the Southwest Florida Community Foundation. Its completion would not have been possible Serving Breakfast All DAY, Every Day! without assistance from the more than 40 nonprofit organizations who provided economic data, and the countless vol- You’ll always find something special at the Over Easy Cafe. unteers who together spent hundreds of hours conducting patron surveys. 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However, there are areas where it has become very concentrated and can be mistaken for oil. In very high concentrations, such as around the Sanibel boat launch (pictured), the pig- ments can be released and reveal pink and white streaks within the concentrated brown water. Our scientists have been documenting the latest bloom that started in early June 2012 and we have alerted our colleagues. We have used a plankton net to concentrate the algae for further tests and shipped to Dr. Peter Moeller at the Center for Human Health Risk Lab in Charleston, South Carolina. There is some evidence that other cyano- bacteria contain neurotoxins but it has not been studied for the blooms we are observing around Sanibel, Captiva and Estero Islands.

Trichodesmium (the brown at the shoreline) washing in at the Sanibel boat ramp on June 11 photo by SCCF

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Outstanding Results! 40 ISLAND SUN - JUNE 15, 2012 Although Sale may be the pitch- Chris Sale, Former FGCU Star, Pitches ing surprise of the 2012 Major League season, his success is no His Way To The Top Of The Majors surprise to his former coaches and by Ed Frank teammates here at Florida Gulf Coast University. ust two years ago, there were doubters aplenty when the During the 2010 season, he Chicago White Sox drafted a tall, skinny, flame-throwing posted an 11-0 record and a 2.01 Jlefthander named Chris Sale out of Florida Gulf Coast ERA over 17 games while striking University as the 13th overall pick in the Major League out 146 batters and walking just 14. Baseball draft and quickly plunked down $1.65 million to sign Weeks later, the White Sox drafted the youngster. him as their top pick. Chris Sale The doubters are no more! Less than two months after sign- The week began with Sale leading the American League with ing with the White Sox in June of 2010, he was called up to the Majors and recorded eight victories in the young season and posting a league-best his first big league save on September 1. He was the first 2010 draft pick to be pro- ERA of 2.05. moted to the Majors. The latest pitching gem for the six-foot, six-inch Sale came You will no doubt hear and read much more about this former FGCU product in last Saturday when he blanked the Houston Astros for eight innings in the White Sox the days, months and years ahead. 10-1 victory. He gave up only four hits while striking out seven batters and didn’t issue Tarpons Finish First Season With 11-0 Record a single walk. The first-year Florida Tarpons of the Ultimate Indoor Football League finished the Not only is Sale arguably the best pitcher in the American League at this point of regular season last week with a 91-18 pounding of the Palm Beach Phantoms. Florida the season, but appears headed for an All-Star selection for next month’s Mid-Summer quarterback Chris Wallace led the way completing 14 of 23 passes for 226 yards and Classic. nine touchdowns. Sale is a big reason why the White Sox surprisingly topped the American League The local team has secured the No. 1 seed throughout postseason play and will Central Division through Monday of this week. host the league’s Southern Conference Championship on Monday, June 25 at Last Saturday’s eight innings of shutout baseball extended his scoreless innings Germain Arena. streak to 15. And in his five last starts he is 5-0, with a miniscule, nearly unbelievable If the Tarpons win the conference title, they will host Ultimate Bowl II at Germain ERA of 0.99. on July 2. The Lakeland, Florida native is just 23 years old and, if he stays healthy, his pitch- Miracle Land Four On All-Star Team ing future could be unlimited. That future likely will earn him millions. The Fort Myers Miracle baseball team will be represented by four players on the Right now, however, he is a bargain for the White Sox with a salary of $500,000. Florida State League South All-Star team that will oppose the league’s North All-Stars But he is eligible for arbitration next year -- and the big bucks likely will roll in. tomorrow, Saturday, at Charlotte Sports Park. His pitching repertoire is much more than his blazing 98 to 99 mph fastball. Here Catcher Josmil Pinto, infielder Daniel Santana and pitchers Pat Dean and Ricky is how his manager, Robin Ventura, described Sale after the Saturday win: Bowen will wear the Miracle uniforms for the league’s annual All-Star Game. “He’s tough to hit against because he has a lot of things he can throw. I think a lot Dean leads the team’s pitching staff with a 4-2 record and 2.70 ERA. Bowen has of people believe he just goes out and throws 98, 99... that’s not the case. He hits notched four saves in 19 relief appearances this year. Santana has the team’s top bat- corners, creates angles and things like that make him extremely tough.” ting average at .308, and Pinto, in his second year with Fort Myers, is hitting .259 If you watch him on the mound, his quirky movements almost make you think he is with four home runs. out of control. Obviously, that’s not the case. The Miracle began the week with a 25-36 season record. After the All-Star break, they are on the road until June 24 when they return to Hammond Stadium for a four- game series against the Tampa Yankees.

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Men’s division competitors Mark and Tyler Owens, Tom Fisher and Mike Lawver Mixed division competitors Tom and Elsie Stahl, Christie Bradley and Ardie Klement he 1st annual Beachview Belmont Golf & Tennis Tounament was held on June 9 at the Beachview Golf Club. Players competed in both men’s and Tmixed divisions. At the conclusion of play, awards were presented at the Bistro restaurant. In the men’s division, Mark and Tyler Owens captured first place while Tom Fisher and Mike Lawver finished in second place. In the mixed division, first place was won by Ardie Klement and Christie Bradley. Second place went to Tom and Elsie Stahl.

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He can be reached at Sea Life Summer Camp – June 19 To Be Replaced and Captiva it’s essential to ask the right [email protected]. and 21; July 10, 12, 17, 19 and 31; by Bryan Hayes ones, like: How is the home utilized? Is it August 2, 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28 and used only primarily in the winter months? From page 1 30, 9 a.m. to noon. veryone Do you spend a considerable amount of Participants will read stories, participate knows that time here in the summer? Is the property Cartoon Camp in crafts and artwork connected with the Ethe hottest a rental? Are there any specific health “I love to teach kids,” said Horton. sea life theme that day. and coldest months concerns for the occupants? Does the “I’m always amazed at how well children Live Mollusks On Parade Camp – June of the year are current system, when operating properly, do. Last year’s group was so enthusiastic, 25 to 29, 9 a.m. to noon. when our air condi- meet the needs of the occupants? they didn’t want class to end. They just Students will design costumes, makeup tioners go through These questions are very important kept drawing.” and props for the “Live Mollusks On the heaviest work- because you would be amazed at the This July 23 to 27 from 9 a.m. to Parade,” the Bailey-Matthews Shell loads. Since we number of systems that have been oper- noon, Horton will lead another group of Museum’s participation in the annual 4th mostly have hottest ating on the islands for years, but had budding young artists to draw mollusks Of July Parade on Sanibel. In the process, months in Florida, not been installed properly, or are not on the move and cartoon characters of they will learn about the cowrie, cone and this is a good time to think about that designed for that specific application. The Sanibel shells and shell lovers. As in past conch snails they will create with costumes old system and whether it’s still per- end result is that people live in uncom- editions of the camp, they will create an and makeup. The campers are invited to forming like it used to or whether it has fortable conditions and pay for things accordion book or cartoon strip with their participate in the parade in full regalia. so many repairs under its belt that you they shouldn’t have like a system that is best cartoon creations. For more information about the Bailey- worry that it might go out on you any way too big for their home. For more information about the Matthews Shell Museum, visit www.shell- moment and it will be just when our Another question to consider is what Cartoon Camp or other summer pro- museum.org. night temps are hovering right around are your future plans for the home? A grams designed for children, call Diane 80 degrees. 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6. Giorgio Chinaglia (242 goals in 254 regular-season and playoff matches). 7. Thirteen. 7. matches). playoff and regular-season 254 in goals (242 Chinaglia Giorgio 6.

(2010). 4. Willie Naulls had a seven-game stretch in 1962. 5. Borje Salming, with 620 assists. Sundin had 567. 567. had Sundin assists. 620 with Salming, Borje 5. 1962. in stretch seven-game a had Naulls Willie 4. (2010). or email [email protected] in ‘72), and Detroit’s John Hiller (38 in ‘73). 3. Florida’s Tim Tebow (2007) and Nevada’s Colin Kaepernick Kaepernick Colin Nevada’s and (2007) Tebow Tim Florida’s 3. ‘73). in (38 Hiller John Detroit’s and ‘72), in 1. It was 2000-01. 2. Minnesota’s Ron Perranoski (34 in 1970), Sparky Lyle of the New York Yankees (35 (35 Yankees York New the of Lyle Sparky 1970), in (34 Perranoski Ron Minnesota’s 2. 2000-01. was It 1.

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John LaBosco (holding child) with Eden students Joey Capawana, Brielle Babula and Ryan Picariello in front of Eden Autism Services Education and Outreach Center in Princeton, New Jersey “I want to thank everyone who has supported me throughout my journey,” said LaBosco. “It was quite an experience for me personally, but more importantly, I am delighted to have had the opportunity to share Eden’s mission and increase autism awareness, as well as raise some money. I have seen first-hand the impact Eden has on our children and adults with autism and their families. Economic times are tough and for Eden to continue to provide critical services for individuals with autism, addi- tional funding is needed.” “Autism now affects 1 in 88 children,” said Susan Suarez, director of Eden Autism Services Florida Operations. “John’s ride raised community awareness of autism and GOLF funds to help support our mission.” Contributions are still being accepted at www.rideforeden.org and donors of $50 or more will receive a Ride For Eden t-shirt. All donations are tax-deductible. For more information about Eden Autism Services, go to www.edenflorida.org or $49 before 3 pm call 992-4680 ext. 5010. $39 after 3 pm Games will be played at the Sanibel Rates expire 8/14/12. Must present ad Sanibel Adult Ball Fields on Wednesday nights at 6:30 p.m. Participants must be at least 18 Co-Ed Pick-Up years old. Pick-Up Softball games are weather permitting. Softball League For more information, contact the 239-472-2626 oin your friends and neighbors on Sanibel Recreation Center at 472-0345 or visit www.mysanibel.com. www.beachviewgolfclub.com the field with the Sanibel Adult JCo-Ed Pick-Up Softball League, co- (Visit our website for weekly specials) sponsored by Bailey’s General Store and The Sanibel Grill. MCMURRAY & NETTE OF ROYAL SHELL REAL ESTATE S.W. FLORIDA’S LEADERS IN REAL ESTATE If You’re Thinking About Buying or Selling Real Estate, Call McMurray & Nette of Royal Shell Real Estate Today!

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premiersothebysrealty.com 46 ISLAND SUN - JUNE 15, 2012 words. They are lots of fun for kids and School Smart usually include practice sheets that you $1,600 Given To Charitable by Shelley M. can print out. Here are two links: www. Greggs, NCSP netrover.com/~kingskid/sightword/ Foundation Of The Islands dolchgames.htm and www.k12reader. ear com/online-dolch-reading-games-and- Shelley, activities/. D My Here are some other practice ideas daughter is having that do not require a computer and most difficulty learning include a physical component. Sometimes her sight words. children will be able to learn information Her teacher said more quickly when it is paired with an we should practice additional physical action. them this summer. Learning sight words: Are there some fun • Children see, say and write a word ways to practice these words? (skywrite, write on arm, etc) Jenna P., Sanibel • Hopscotch – write sight words in Jenna, each square Mastering sight words is an extremely • Beanbag toss important step in becoming a successful • Put sight words on dice and play reader. A sight word is a word that typi- games cally cannot be decoded or sounded out. • Flashlight fun – children shine light It must be memorized or figured out by on the called out sight word, read from a the context of the sentence. This is a dif- board ficult task for young readers and it is usu- • Sight word sliders From left, Charitable Foundation of the Islands’ directors John Schubert, Ann Arnoff, Al Hanser, Ginny Fleming and Paul Roth accept donation from Bank of the Islands’ Rob ally recommended that children memorize • Word puzzles and scrambled words Lisenbee, center these sight words so they are readily • Word rings available and recognized when children • Bingo l Hanser is the most recent winner of the “We Love Our Islands” promotion see them in print. Reading researcher • Typing sight words sponsored by Bank of the Islands. Hanser was spotted with a “We Love Our Diane McGuiness estimates that there are Ms. Greggs is adjunct faculty at AIslands” decal on his car. That won him the right to select which local non- approximately 100 basic sight words in Edison State College where she teaches profit cause would receive a charitable contribution of $1,600 from Bank of the English. psychology and education courses. Islands. Most schools teach an expanded sight She is also Nationally Certified School Hanser chose to direct the bank’s gift to the Charitable Foundation of the Islands, word list from either the Dolch word list Psychologist and consultant for School which he helped found and continues to lead as its board chairman. He is also the or the Frye word list. Both of these lists Consultation Services, a private educa- chairman of The Sanibel Captiva Trust Company. have at least 200 words on them. Sight tional consulting company. Questions This contribution marks $48,100 given to island non-profits through the bank’s words are considered to make up at least for publication may be addressed to “We Love Our Islands” program. 50 to 75 percent of reading texts up to [email protected]. Not all questions the third grade level. submitted can be addressed through There are many, many practice this publication. activities on the Internet for learning sight Student Government Association Recognized With Four Awards dison State College Collier Campus Student Government Association (SGA) was recently recognized with four awards during the Florida Model Legislature E(FML) Conference in Tallahassee. Students from colleges and universities around the state attended. The Collier Campus SGA members won four awards during the conference: the Most Distinguished Delegation Award for outstanding performance as a team; the Honorable Senator Award to Myrline Charelus; the Distinguished Senator Award to continued on page 47

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From page 46 FML Awards Jacob Winge; and the Excellence in Participation Award to the Collier SGA. The conference gave students the opportunity to play the roles of senator, representative, lobbyist or press corps in an environment similar to actual state legislature. Students wrote, debated and voted on legislation while representing their constituents. For more information, visit www. A portion of the exercise was conducted at the SFWMD’s largest capacity pump station west of Wellington edison.edu. SFWMD Division Director of Operations, dents and demands on the flood control Water Managers Maintenance & Construction. “Annual system. training, including the agency-wide hur- The exercise began at 8 a.m. on June Are Prepared For ricane exercise and maintenance of the 6, with full activation of the SFWMD regional system, are among the critical Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and Hurricane Season tools that improve our readiness for a situation briefing. Response teams at he South Florida Water storm season.” District field stations and service centers Management District (SFWMD) Throughout the day, trained District also participated, along with operators Thas conducted its annual staff practiced emergency management at the S-5A pump station on State Road “Hurricane Freddy” exercise as part and flood control procedures in response 80. First put into service in 1955, the of the agency’s emergency operations to Hurricane Freddy, a simulated station is designed to mitigate flooding in readiness for hurricane season. Category 4 storm hitting the east coast of the 230-square-mile area served by the Read us online at “Heavy rainfall in recent weeks shows South Florida. The virtual scenario includ- West Palm Beach Canal and can pump IslandSunNews.com how quickly we must be able to transi- ed persistent, heavy rainfall and flooding 3.1 billion gallons of water in 24 hours. tion from very dry conditions to flood across portions of the District’s 16-county This is accomplished using six, 10-cylin- control operations,” said Tommy Strowd, region, challenging water managers to der diesel engines with a combined 9,600 address a variety of hurricane-related inci- horsepower. With the start of the rainy season, the District also posts a “Rainy Season Readiness” website with current informa- tion on rainfall, flood control operations and steps residents can take to minimize local flooding. Throughout South Florida,

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As an historical note, it was not until 1972 – 58 years after President Treat dad to Creole Spiced Grouper with Woodrow Wilson made Mother’s Day Saffron Couscous – just one of many dishes official – that the day became a nation- on the menu at Traditions on the Beach on wide holiday in the United States. Father’s Day The Sanibel Thriller is a great option for a shared Father’s Day experience Local restaurants and businesses are offering lots of ideas to help you make Fish House is at 1523 Periwinkle Way, ing is available on the wide shaded deck. Traders features music by Chris dad feel like a million dollars. Here are Sanibel, phone 472-7770. Phone 472-4300. Workman Wednesdays from 7 to 10 some of them: • The Jacaranda celebrates Father’s LIVE ON THE ISLANDS p.m. and Danny Morgan and Friends on • At Jerry’s Restaurant, dad eats Day every year with great special dishes The Crow’s Nest at ’Tween Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7 to 10 for half price with the purchase of an and prices. The Jacaranda is at 1223 Waters Inn, Captiva will feature 10,000 p.m. Traders is at 1551 Periwinkle Way, entrée on June 17. Jerry’s is at 1700 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, 472-1771. Views on Friday and Saturday, June 15 phone 472-7242. Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, phone 472- • If dad loves fall-off-the-bone ribs, and 16, from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Taylor Chip’s Sanibel Steakhouse fea- 9300. treat him to a Father’s Day special Stokes is the entertainer on Tuesday and tures Michael David playing light classical • Pinocchio’s Original Italian Ice $10.99 baby back rib dinner at Lazy Wednesday. Crab races are Mondays and guitar on Wednesdays and Saturdays. The Cream is bringing back the popular Flamingo I or II, at Pine Avenue, Thursdays. Next Friday and Saturday, steakhouse is at 1473 Periwinkle Way, Gator Stew, to celebrate Father’s Day. 472-5353, and 1036 Periwinkle Way, Bad Banditos are playing. The Crow’s phone 472-5700. Or dad can choose from 130 flavors, Sanibel, 472-6939 on Sunday. Nest is at 15951 Captiva Drive, phone The Island Cow on Periwinkle way all hand-made, including Pinocchio’s • The Island Cow is treating all dads 472-5161. has live entertainment on Friday with signatures such as Sanibel Krunch and to a free beer on Sunday, so take dad in The Mucky Duck on Andy Rosse Dan Confrey; Saturday, Diana Lynn; and Dirty Sand Dollar. In addition, there are for lunch or dinner. The Cow is at 2163 Lane, Captiva, features music by Mark Sunday, Buckeye Ken. Phone 472-0606. sugar-free, fat-free, low fat and low carb Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, phone 472- Dupuy on Mondays; Rich Lancaster, RC Otter’s, 11506 Andy Rosse options and sorbets. Pinocchio’s is at 362 0606. Wednesdays; Gene Federico, Thursdays Lane, Captiva, has live music daily with Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, phone 472- • Perhaps dad enjoys an occasional and Saturdays; and Buckeye Ken, dining inside and out, phone 395-1142. 6566. Hours are 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Scotch or a fine cigar. The Grog Shop, Fridays. Keylime Bistro features live music Treat dad to the largest selection of next door to Bailey’s Hardware Store, Traditions on the Beach at the days and nights seven days a week. New draft beer on the island at Great White has a fine selection of both. The cigars Island Inn has live entertainment most to the line-up is Ken Limeri playing jazz Grill, 2440 Palm Ridge Road, Sanibel, are housed in a well-stocked walk-in nights. This week’s lineup includes: sax from 6 to 10 p.m. every Tuesday. phone 472-0212. humidor. The Grog Shop carries a great Friday, dancing to Joe McCormick and The bistro is at 11509 Andy Rosse Lane, • Courtney’s on Sanibel, 1231 selection of imported wines and liquors singer Barbara Smith; Saturday, Joe Captiva, phone 395-4000. Middle Gulf Drive, Sanibel, 472-4646, and offers discounts on case orders. McCormick and singer Marvilla Marzan; Restaurant owners/managers, offers dinner for two with a glass each of • Give dad a real thrill this year – a Sunday, June 17, celebrating Father’s please e-mail or fax your entertain- house wine for $30. That includes soup narrated circumnavigation of Sanibel and Day with Joe McCormick and vocalist ment schedule to Anne Mitchell at or salad, potato, vegetable, bread and Captiva aboard The Sanibel Thriller. Barbara Smith; Monday, closed; Tuesday, [email protected] or 395-2299. fresh herb olive oil. The dolphins love it too and often play popular and classic smooth music and • Treat your dad to a gulf view with in the boat’s frothy wake. The Thriller dancing; Wednesday, Woody Brubaker dinner at Traditions on the Beach, is a fast, safe, diesel powered 55-foot on the piano, saxophone, and vocals; where Chef Amin will prepare a Father’s motor yacht piloted by a 100 ton USCG- Thursday, dancing to Mike Arnone with Day celebration dinner from 5 p.m. licensed merchant marine officer. This popular favorites and smooth vocal styl- onwards on Sunday, June 17. There will wild ride departs from Sanibel Marina, ings. Traditions is at 3111 West Gulf be live music and dancing with Piano 634 North Yachtsman Drive, phone 472- Drive, phone 472-4559. Man Joe McCormick including a special 2328 for reservations. You could also George & Wendy’s Sanibel Father’s Day repertoire. Reservations are treat your father to lunch at the marina’s Seafood Grille will feature Chris recommended. Traditions is at the Island dockside restaurant, Gramma Dot’s, Workman, guitar and vocals, on Friday, which specializes in local seafood. Phone June 15 at 8 p.m. Karaoke is on Inn, West Gulf Drive, 472 4559. Please visit our Island Sun • At The Hungry Heron, 2330 472-8138. Thursdays at 9 p.m. The restaurant is at Palm Ridge Road, Sanibel, 395-2300, • Another way to get dad out on the 2499 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, phone online advertisers each week kids 10 and under eat free with the pur- water is to choose from the many cruises 395-1263. at offered by Captiva Cruises. They The Jacaranda has entertainment chase of one adult entrée of $15.95 or www.islandsunnews.com. more. A beer-battered fish ‘n ships basket include lunch and shelling trips, dolphin nightly from 7 to 11 p.m. On Friday and You can click through to their with fries and slaw is offered daily for watching and historical outings as well as Saturday, various artists are featured. On $9.95. a sunset cruise with live entertainment. Sunday, it’s Jamaica “Dave” & Co., reg- Web sites for more Sunset Grill, 6536 Pine Avenue, Sailing charters are also available. Check gae and dance; Monday, Renata, jazz, information about real estate, out the web site at www.captivacruises. contemporary music and dance; Tuesday, Sanibel, will be creating some special din- shopping, restaurants and ners for dads on Sunday. Call 472-2333 com for a full schedule, or call 472-5300. Steve “Scooter” Reynolds, accoustic for reservations. Dolce Tesoro has free wifi available guitar, contemporary music and dance; services. The Fish House is offering the fol- and has added books and gift baskets at Wednesday, Buckeye Ken, contempo- Just click on the logos the Italian-style cafe in Tahitian Gardens rary, Top 40 and blues; Thursday, 2 Hot, lowing specials for Father’s Day: king surrounding the front page. crab; lobster macaroni and cheese, twin shopping center on Sanibel. Cupcake and contemporary, reggae and dance. The butterflied snapper with pina colada cookie parties with the chocolate fondue Jacaranda is at 1223 Periwinkle Way, sauce; and ale-battered grouper. The fountain can be arranged. Outdoor seat- phone 472-1771. ISLAND SUN - JUNE 15, 2012 49 Will Power to pay gift tax. ing the shares, her chidren inherit them durable power of attorney that would Second, if Claire’s daughter Susan is at the date of death value for tax cost name Susan as her attorney-in-fact Joint Accounts experiencing any legal or financial prob- basis purposes. So if her beneficiaries to transact business on all of Claire’s lems, Claire may have put her account sold the shares shortly after her death accounts. You should know that the With Children at risk. If Susan is going through a for the $100,000, there would not be Florida law governing durable powers divorce, for example, a forensic accoun- any capital gain and therefore no capital of attorney changed significantly on A Bad Idea tant may discover the asset and it might gain tax to pay. October 1, 2011. If you have a durable by Craig R. Hersch, be at jeopardy depending upon circum- But if Claire places the account in power of attorney created before that Florida Bar Board stances. The same holds true if Susan joint name with Susan during Claire’s date, you should consult with your Certified Wills, Trusts has creditor or bankruptcy problems. lifetime, on Claire’s death Susan only estate-planning attorney to determine if & Estates Attorney; Third, titling the account jointly gets a one-half tax cost step up. In this yours needs updating. CPA will likely thwart Claire’s estate plan. case, Susan would recognize a $45,000 The bottom line is that you shouldn’t Assume that Claire has a will that says capital gain if she sold the shares for put accounts and assets in joint name hould you put that upon Claire’s death, all of her $100,000. ($100,000 sales price less with your adult children. There are your bank assets are to be divided equally between $5,000 basis in half the shares and reasonable alternatives that don’t carry Sand brokerage her three children. If the account is titled $50,000 basis in the other half of the all of the disadvantages associated with accounts in joint jointly with rights of survivorship with shares). joint accounts. name with one Susan, Susan would inherit the account Hopefully, you are convinced that ©2012 Craig R. Hersch. Learn or all of your chil- outright despite Claire’s contrary inten- placing assets in joint name with chil- more at www.sbshlaw.com. dren? In almost all tion in her will. Even if the account dren isn’t a good idea. So what should cases, the answer is an emphatic “No!” is held jointly as tenants in common, you do if you want your child to be able Because I see this so often, I thought Susan owns half of it and the other half to transact business on your accounts, that I’d spend a column discussing why would be distributed in thirds according particularly if you become disabled and it’s not a good idea. to Claire’s will. unable to manage your own affairs? First, when you title an account in Susan might be altruistic and wish This is where revocable living trusts joint name with someone else, you are to share the account equally with her really shine. actually making a gift of half of its value. siblings. But she might have a gift tax Claire can create a revocable living So if Claire puts her brokerage account problem herself. If she tries to divide trust and name herself as her initial worth $1 million into joint name with the account that she legally owns, she is trustee, but also name Susan as her suc- her daughter Susan, she just made a gift making a gift in excess of the $13,000 cessor trustee in the event of a disability. Read us online at of $500,000 to Susan (half of the value annual gifts that she can give tax-free. Susan can then transact business on all of the account). Because the most any- Fourth, accounts owned jointly of Claire’s accounts that the trust owns. IslandSunNews.com one can gift tax free is only $13,000, do not enjoy the full “step-up” in tax It is not a gift to Susan, since she is act- titling an account worth more than cost basis that would otherwise occur. ing as a fiduciary for her mother. On $26,000 would require the filing of a Assume that Claire owns 1,000 shares Claire’s death, the trust avoids probate federal gift tax return. In my example, of ABC Company Stock that is worth and rightfully distributes the accounts Claire would have to file a return that $100 share but she paid $10 per share to all of Claire’s children (if that is her would either reduce her gift and estate many years ago. If Claire sold all of her wish). tax exemption, or if she’s already used shares, she would recognize a $90,000 Another alternative is a durable up her exemption she may actually have capital gain. But if Claire dies still own- power of attorney. Claire can sign a

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Opportunity current chairman of the Board of the going to presume causation of your dam- An attorney can help when you don’t Sanibel-Captiva Chamber of Commerce, ages. You don’t have to prove the oil spill have all required documentation, aren’t For Islanders was also on the board during this time caused your decrease in revenue or that the perfect fit for a claimant category or ommunity seminars were pre- period. Miller said people were making it caused your business to fail,” explained have had previous claims rejected. sented by Mike Miller and Aaron claims, but there were no solid guidelines. Pruss. “In other Economic Loss zones, “Mike and I share the same philoso- CPruss on June 7 and 8 at Thistle “Internally, BP was changing people you will have to prove why and how the phy that service of our island residents Lodge to discuss the recent BP Oil around. Claims started to dry up. People spill affected your income. For residents and businesses is of paramount impor- Claim situation and to educate island were wondering what was going on and businesses in Zone A, like on Sanibel tance and above any business interests we residents about the claims filing process. because they weren’t getting paid,” said and Captiva Islands, a level of bureaucra- might have,” added Pruss. “We’re here to Starting on June 4, 2012, individuals Miller. cy should be taken out of the process.” make sure our residents and businesses and businesses affected by the Deepwater Large plaintiffs’ law firms converged The settlement includes a “risk transfer are taken care of and point people in the Horizon spill can begin to file claims for on the panhandle region; they signed up premium” for those who agree not to sue right direction. If they need assistance economic losses sustained as part of the clients and filed a class action lawsuit in BP in the future. In Zone A most pay- from professionals, we are here to help.” 2010 oil spill. Louisiana. Prior to trial, BP and the law ments are 2.5 times your claim. Example: Information and applications can be A class action lawsuit filed on behalf of firms negotiated a settlement that gave If your claim is $10,000 and you sign the found online at www.deepwaterhorizon- impacted residents and businesses along guidance and definition on how to settle agreement, you will receive a risk trans- settlements.com. the Gulf Coast was settled. The former claims. fer premium of $25,000 – for a total of Gulf Coast Claims Facility has been shut Now – finally - all of the businesses $35,000. (These payments are subject to down and a new administrative claims and individuals who suffered economic tax and must be claimed as income.) center managed by court supervised damages can make claims. “That’s BP saying ‘Yes, we are admit- independent claims facilitators has been On June 4, 2012 BP’s Gulf Coast ting as part of this settlement that we opened. Claims Facility was closed. Claims are no caused the economic losses for people This is an opportunity to file a claim longer handled by BP; they have been and businesses on Sanibel.’ If you work in based on a new settlement agreement replaced by a court-supervised process. tourism you don’t have to prove that BP approved recently. It paves the way for Anyone with a claim has until April of was the cause of your financial losses; just those that had previously filed without 2014 to file. Miller suggests you file now. file a claim and they will pay you,” added success to re-file using new guidelines that “On these two islands we have an Miller. “Payouts will be higher in zone A.” To advertise in the have been established. opportunity – especially for people who Miller sees these settlements as an Given the new claims process, even lost interest – to go back and get com- opportunity for people to invest the Island Sun companies that did not see losses during pensation. People forgot about it,” said money back into their businesses. the post spill period, may be paid if their Miller. “This settlement brings it to the “Be realistic about your losses and Call 395-1213 business activity was impacted by BP. forefront. Claims are being accepted as understand your claim has to be support- BP set up the Gulf Coast Claims of today.” ed by documentation,” he advises. Facility to manage their claims. Attorney The courts split gulf geography into The documentation in the Economic and Sanibel resident Aaron J. Pruss of zones and established payouts based & Property Damages Settlement process Becker & Poliakoff said, “It worked out on zone classifications. Most of Florida is oppressive; you may need help. A for some people, although in this region is Zone C, but since Sanibel-Captiva is good accountant will review the structure a barrier island, it’s classified Zone A – of your financial documentation and

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The “primitive” Tannese women June 16. world expert in lay quivering on the edge. remained at her side until she was loaded The presentation will feature informa- (select one): No sooner did we retrieve our mer- onto the Twin Otter. Not for a moment tion on advancements in the treatment a. Underwater cury amalgam than it exploded... again! did they let her out of their sight. They options for these common conditions medicine We flew/scurried/cart-wheeled down wanted her to know that she would not that affect over 30 million American b. Volcano medicine the mountainside as fast as 40 pounds suffer alone. men. Typically, 80 percent of Erectile c. Aviation medicine of goosebumps clinging to our carcasses These people know very little about Dysfunction cases have an underlying d. Medicine practiced without a license would allow. While stumbling down the “civilized” society. These are the same physical cause, including diabetes, hyper- by the criminally insane slope, dodging the meteor shower, we people who revere the elderly. They don’t tension or as a result of prostate surgery. Circled “d” didn’t you? Ha! You are vowed to never return. have any nursing homes on Tanna. When Perhaps more importantly, many times sadly mistaken, ye of little faith. The next night, I went back up. an older patient is admitted to our simple these conditions can be the lead indicator While living on the remote and primi- I had been innocently bottling my hospital, an entire village actually stays of more serious and debilitating medical tive island of Tanna in Vanuatu in 1995, sweat for use as adrenaline, when I was with them until they get better or pass conditions (heart disease, stroke, etc). my four fearless/feisty/foolish kids and notified that a Japanese tourist was on. Making rounds was a confusing time The presentation on BPH, ED and I ventured up the side of a large nasty tempting Yasr and losing. I jumped in for me, as it was difficult to determine Male Urinary Incontinence will be held at volcano named Mt. Yasr. This volcano the Land Rover and flew across the which of the five people on he bed or the 9 a.m. at Specialists In Urology, located is so dangerous that were it located in moonscape lava field. Indeed, a young four underneath it was the actual patient. at 4571 Colonial Blvd. in Fort Myers. any place in the world other than Tanna, Japanese woman had hired two local They came, they cooked, they stayed To reserve your space at this free we’d not be allowed within two time guides to take her to this remarkable for weeks, if necessary. They genuinely seminar, call 866-233-9368. zones of it. But here, nobody cares how rent in the earth’s mantle. An explosion cared. On Tanna, men hold hands, girls stupid you are, and being second to no occurred at dusk, spewing dozens of boul- sing, boys sing. Community means being one in that category, I crawled up to peek ders. As one menacing rock came hur- there. Got A Problem? over the edge and into the earth’s fiery tling through the night, one of the guides Like the column? You’ll LOVE furnace. spotted it at the last moment and dived the book the Doctor is In(sane), avail- Dr. Connie Is In While we stood/cowered/bargained out of the way. The rock struck the other able at Sanibel Island Books & Gifts. with the Lord there, the earth beneath guide in the chest with incredible force. Contact Dr. Dave or read more at www. by Constance our feet suddenly gave a mighty groan. The rock broke and a second piece struck wisequacks.org. Clancy Q: I am in a job where I don’t feel Share your community news with us. supported. I feel I go above and beyond Call 395-1213, Fax: 395-2299 or email [email protected] and just when I feel like I have been productive, the com- pany wants more out of me. How can I get them to support my work more? A: A substantial part of a satisfying life is the presence of healthy and mean- ingful relationships with others in and out of work. Our work is an extension of who we are and we spend a lot of hours work- ing. Too often, we find ourselves spend- ing time with people who do not support us, or even worse, they are energy vam- pires... very draining. Think of someone whom you work with and ask yourself the following ques- tions: • When I am with my colleagues, do I feel accepted for who I truly am? • Am I working with integris people? • Am I criticized or judged? • How do I really feel around these people? • Are their values aligned with mine? • Am I getting as much energy in return for the work I am putting out? • Am I able to tell them how I really feel? See if you can identify the specifics that drain you and make a commitment to change them. Meet with the people you work with and express your concerns with graciousness. Tell them truthfully your feelings continued on page 55 ISLAND SUN - JUNE 15, 2012 55 From page 47 Local Boy Returns Home Connie Clancy return for the work I am putting out? After Life-Saving Transplant • Am I able to tell them how I really feel? hristian Hannett was diagnosed with Metachromatic Leukodystrophy (MLD) See if you can identify the specifics that drain you and make a commitment to days before his fifth birthday in September 2011. MLD is a 1 in a 100,000 change them. Meet with the people you work with and express your concerns with Crare genetic disorder that causes the white matter in the brain – myelin – to graciousness. disappear. Tell them truthfully your feelings from a centered place. Be clear in your communi- On October 27, 2011, the doctors at Duke University Medical Center in Durham, cations and let them know the importance that you place on the relationship and your North Carolina performed a life-saving bone marrow transplant. Christian was in the work. Bone Marrow Unit at Duke University Medical Center from October 2011 to February Remind yourself that you deserve healthy, productive relationships in your work setting 2012, when he was released to a nearby apartment in Durham where he remains until and in order for you to make a full, healthy contribution to others, you need to feel his return home to Florida on June 13. supported and valued. There needs to be a give-and-take of energy and a healthy, real- The transplant saved Christian’s life but because of the MLD his functionality is istic expectation for growth and productivity to occur. impaired and will be embarking on a life-long journey to improve his functionality. A party to celebrate Christian’s return is being held on June 16 at his home in Naples. From page 51 Christian’s family lived in Fort Myers for most of their own and Christian’s lives, moving to Naples last year. An estimated $100,000 is being raised by Fort Myers and Business Ethics Award Naples volunteers. Volunteers are needed to assist with fundraising activities that will Roepstorff received the honorary lifetime membership based on her long-standing help with transplant-related expenses. Individuals and groups interested in more infor- support and adherence to the mission of the Uncommon Friends Foundation, espe- mation can contact Community Coordinator Mary Jo Howard at 770-4619 or parm- cially in the support of character education. [email protected]. In addition, scholarships were presented to 16 students and four teachers were rec- Donations may be mailed to the Children’s Organ Transplant Association, 2501 ognized for their creation of smart-board presentations of the foundation’s character West COTA Drive, Bloomington, IN 47403. Checks or money orders should be education curriculums. made payable to COTA, with “In Honor of Christian H” written on the memo Previous business ethics award recipients include HomeBanc Mortgage Corp., line of the check. Secure credit card donations are also accepted online at www. WilsonMiller, Inc., Bonita Bay Group, Shell Point Retirement Community, Markham COTAforChristianH.com. Norton Mosteller Wright & Co., and Conditioned Air. Previous honorary life memberships have been presented to Jim and Ellie Newton, Anne Morrow Lindbergh, Porter Goss, Berne Davis, Walter Cronkite, Fran Myers and other area notables. For more information, call 337-9505 or visit www.uncommonfriends,org. To advertise in the Island Sun is located northeast of the Summerlin educational, informational and supportive Alzheimer’s Boulevard-College Parkway intersection, resources to caregivers, families and those Call 395-1213 a few miles south of the agency’s for- dealing with Alzheimer’s and other forms Resource Center mer location. of dementia. The center’s staff also works The new location provides space for with area physicians and health care pro- Has Relocated support group meetings and offices for viders, assisted living organizations and he Alvin A. Dubin Alzheimer’s counseling, crisis-intervention, and infor- other groups and professionals assisting Resource Center has relocated to mation and referral services. those with dementia. TBrantley Court Professional Office Alvin A. Dubin Alzheimer’s Resource For more information, visit www. Center in Fort Myers. The new office, Center, a United Way partner organiza- alzheimersswfl.org or call 437-3007. at 12468 Brantley Commons Court, tion, was established in 1995 and offers

Stop by our store in Anchor Point Pool Service & Supply Free Prostate 1633 Periwinkle Way Chlorine • Tabs • Tools • Pumps Free computerized water analysis Seminar www.bannerpoolservice.com n Saturday, June 16, Dr. David S. Harris and Specialists in OUrology, recognized as leaders in Indispensable the treatment of common Men’s Health conditions such as Enlarged Prostate FL Lic. #CPC1457804 Advice from Dr. Dave (BPH), Erectile Dysfunction (ED) and STORE HOURS: M-F 9-4 SAT 10-1 • SERVICE: MON-SAT 8-5 Male Incontinence, will be offering a free community health seminar. The presentation will feature informa- tion on advancements in the treatment options for these common conditions that affect over 30 million American men. Typically, 80 percent of Erectile Dysfunction cases have an underlying physical cause, including diabetes, hyper- tension or as a result of prostate surgery. Perhaps more importantly, many times these conditions can be the lead indicator of more serious and debilitating medical conditions (heart disease, stroke, etc). The presentation on Enlarged Prostate (BPH), ED and Male Urinary Incontinence will be held on Saturday, June 16 at 9 Get your copy of Dr. Dave’s Book a.m. at Specialists in Urology, located at at Sanibel Island Books and Gifts, 4571 Colonial Boulevard in Fort Myers. 1571 Periwinkle Way To reserve your space at this free seminar, call 866-233-9368. 472-5223 56 ISLAND SUN - JUNE 15, 2012 Top 10 Real Estate Sales Development City Year Built Square Footage Listing Price Selling Price Days On Market No Development Sanibel 1999 4,409 4,788,000 4,100,000 487 Gulf Ridge Sanibel 1981 3,787 3,395,000 3,050,000 90 No Development Captiva 1993 4,123 2,300,000 2,025,000 1,646 Shadow Wood At Bonita Springs 2002 3,461 1,249,000 1,175,000 446 The Brooks Shadow Wood At Bonita Springs 2003 3,000 1,100,000 965,000 100 The Brooks Sanibel Sanibel 2012 1,806 725,000 725,000 41 Tradewinds Sanibel 1972 1,918 699,000 650,000 138 Fiddlesticks Fort Myers 1985 3,988 674,900 600,000 133 Country Gulf Pines Sanibel 1979 1,565 595,000 511,250 90 Cape Coral Cape Coral 2003 2,717 579,900 510,000 17 Courtesy of Royal Shell Real Estate PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY

CUSTOM HOME BUILDER COMPUTERS/TECHNOLOGY POOL SERVICE & REPAIR Ph (239) 472-8446 Ron DeCorte DeCorteFour.com #CBC058483 Islands Premier Pool Service Professional Weekly Service Fast Expert Equipment Repair and Replacement DeCorte Four Deep-End Specializing in Custom Home Builders, Inc. Pool Service Gulfstream Pool Heaters We do it all from repairing a door to adding a 2nd Floor New Construction Too 239-699-6279 P. O. Box 922 • Sanibel, FL 33957 • Fax (239) 472-8449 25 years experience Lic # CPC1457386

INTERIOR DESIGN LAWN MAINTENANCE REMODELING Pam Ruth LANDSCAPING • DESIGN & INSTALLATION V.P. Interior Design SANIBEL CREATIVE TILE CO. (Cell) 239-850-4128 LAWN MAINTENANCE • SHRUB & TREE TRIMMING (239) 472-3440 Celebrating our 30th year FAX 472-1763 on Sanibel & Captiva Sanibel Design Center Verticals • Mini Blinds • Draperies • Wallpaper • Furniture Lic. & Ins. Tile, Marble, Stone, with Ceramic • Wood • Appliances • Interior Painting • Custom Cabinets remodels & repairs A Specialty! Upholstery • Kitchen & Bath Remodeling George Kneram • Walter Ciesienski Tile samples 2330 Palm Ridge Road • Sanibel, FL 33957 472-2853 (239) 395-2525 • Fax (239) 395-2373 to your door! Toll Free: 1-866-395-2525 • [email protected] P.O. Box 1035/1633 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, FL 33957

COMPUTERS NEW HOMES, REMODELING & ADDITIONS CONTRACTORS HOME BUILDING A full service contractor dedicated to exceptional • New Homes • Remodeling quality at a reasonable price. • Consulting • Contracting CONSTRUCTION CO. Voted “Best of the Islands” Michael J. Valiquette For Ten Years GENERAL CONTRACTOR Island Resident Lic. #CGC056909 P.O. Box 143 Phone: 239-472-2601 New Construction – Hurricane Protection Consultant Sanibel Island, FL Fax: 239-472-6506 Remodeling – Commercial www.sandcastle-homes.com (239)472-0200 ISLAND SUN - JUNE 15, 2012 57 PUZZLE ANSWERS

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A Friendly Personalized Service From Insured Licensed Owner-Operator Steven Cservenyak # S2-11975 PARAMOUNT DECORATOR Stevens & Sons Glass & UPHOLSTERY Replacement Impact Windows & Sliding Doors, since 1974 Mirrors, Tub & Shower Enclosures, Store Fronts, Complete line of quality upholstery work by European Craftsman Porch Enclosures, French Doors, Plate Glass We work with the finest imported silk, satin, damask, brocades, velvets, hand-loomed crewel, embroidered tapestries from Italy, Belgium & India. Specialists in impact condo complex replacement Antique Furniture Restoration We also do boat cushions & down feather cushions 2416 Palm Ridge Road Phone: (239) 472-0032 Sanibel Island, FL 33957 Fax: (239) 472-0680 472-8086 • 735 Donax Street, Sanibel Island

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904 Lindgren Blvd. Would you like Sanibel Island, FL 33957 Ph: 239-395-0978 / 317-509-6014 your business card [email protected] Products: www.marykay.com/mbutcher in every New Lip Glosses and Botanical Skin Care home and business Career information available MAGGIE BUTCHER Gift ideas available on Sanibel & Captiva TREE AND LAWN FISHING CHARTER every week? TREE AND LAWN Light Tackle Sport Fishing Tarponp • Snook • Redfi sh & More Pat’s Lawn & Tree Service CAPT. MATT MITCHELL 25 years experience Advertise Here! Grass, Shrubs & Tree Service “You will LOVE our prices and quality of work” USCG Call 395-1213 Licensed Licensed & Insured & Insured (Annual Accounts Only) C: (239) 340-8651 Call for more info www.captmattmitchell.com 239.466.4409 email: [email protected] 58 ISLAND SUN - JUNE 15, 2012 ISLAND SUN BUSINESS NEWSMAKERS Top Producers usan McCallion was Pfeifer Realty Group’s top listing Sagent for the month of May and Sabina Carsten was the top sales agent for the group’s real estate team.

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Top Sales Mike McMurray and Trevor Nette ohn R. Wood Island Real Estate announced their top Jsales producers for the month John and Denice Beggs of May. Top Pending Sales: Mike Newes Top Producers and Pat Messerich. Top Marketing Associates: Mary oyal Shell Real Estate recognized and Fred Bondurant. their top producers for the month Top Closed Sales: Phaidra Rof May. McDermott. Top Listing Producer – Individual or Partners: John and Denice Beggs Top Listing Producers – Team: Mary and Fred Bondurant McMurray & Nette Top Sales Producer – Individual or Partners: John and Denice Beggs Top Sales Producers – Team: Burns Family Team. Burns Family Team

Share your community news with us. Call 395-1213, Fax: 395-2299 or email [email protected] Mike Newes Pat Messerich Phaidra McDermott PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY

IMPACT WINDOWS & DOORS/GLASS CONSTRUCTION LAWN MAINTENANCE Windows Plus MILLS BROTHERS BUILDING CONTRACTORS “SWFL Window and Door Specialist” • Custom Home Building|Remodels Windows Plus Licensed & Insured • Design Service Available • Sanibel Owned & Operated PGT Windows & Doors SCC131150832 10831 Sunset Plaza Circle, Unit 107 Offi ce Phone & Fax Joseph Mills Lic. #CBC058789 Fort Myers, FL 33908 Phone: 239-267-5858 E-mail: [email protected] Fax: 239-267-7855 239-472-6711 William Mills Lic. #CBC058788

CONSTRUCTION/REMODELING TREE & LAWN CARE PET SITTING * JesusJ Hernandez * LAWN CARE & Island Pet Sitting TREE SERVICE www.jesuslawncare.com EMAIL: [email protected] 482-7350 Kelly Tyrrell Licensed & Insured • Free Estimates Island Resident free Landscape Consultation and Design Landscaping • Tree Service • Stump Grinding 395-9999 Landscape Design • Ponds Landscape Refurbishing • Pepper Clearing 12 years serving San-Cap & Ft. Myers [email protected] ISLAND SUN - JUNE 15, 2012 59

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Services Licensed & Insured experience 25+ years Volunteer Training “Handyman” Training will take place on: (Carpentry, maintenance - toilets, faucets, ceiling fans, sliding doors, etc.) Saturday, June 23, 2012 768-0569 or Cell 464-6460 starting at 9:30am 3883 Sanibel Captiva Road, Sanibel, Fl RS 11/14 M TFN At the Phone: 239-472-3644, ext 1 Fax: 239-472-2334 Department of Human Services www.crowclinic.org 2440 Thompson St, Ft, Myers HELP US PLEASE!! SANIBEL HOME WATCH Please call to RSVP at least We need volunteers for: Retired Police Captain 3 days prior to Clinic emergency patient admissions desk Lives on Sanibel FOR A FREE LIST the training date at and baby animal feeders Will Check Your Home Weekly Visitor education center greeters and gift Very Reasonable Rates OF ALL 533-7947 or shop cashiers (239) 728-1971 [email protected] CROW - (239) 472-3644, ext. 231 or ☼RR 5/18 BM TFN ISLAND PROPERTIES **There must be a [email protected] FOR SALE minimum of 5 volunteers ☼RS 10/28 NC TFN confi rmed to attend the training. VISIT Special Note: MUSIC INSTRUCTIONS Lunch will be ordered from The Oasis SPORTS MINDED In piano, saxophone, fl ute. www.FreeSanibelList.com Restaurant—lunch cost will vary between New Expansion in Southwest Florida. On Sanibel/Captiva or South Fort Myers. Pfeifer Realty Group $7.00 to $10.00 or you can bring you own. Seeking outgoing, motivated individuals Qualifi ed, experienced teacher. Sanibel Island, FL with 6 to 10 hours/week. Will train. Call 239-989-7799

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I don’t believe we can have justice without caring, SERVICES OFFERED ADRIANA’S CLEANING SERVICE or caring without justice. These are inseparable aspects of life and work. Totally honest with a passion for perfection. —Justine Wise Polier Home and condo. 239-839-3984 ☼NS 6/1 NC 6/15 HELLE'S CLEANING SERVICES Residential Cleaning to Satisfaction [email protected] Sanibel & Captiva • 239-565-0471 ☼RR 6/15 PC 6/15 HELP WANTED Sanibel Lic. #11412 Lee Co. Lic. #051047 Looking for person, pump gas, change SR 11/13 B TFN tire’s, change oil, use computer to rent COMPANION SERVICE car’s, drive wrecker. Fax resume to 239- Sanibel-Captiva Care and Companion Service, 472-1878, e-mail [email protected], LLC Medical appointments, general transportation, shopping, light meal preparations, and light call 239-289-2385, or stop in at Island B.P. HOUSE CARE cleaning. Our services are customized to meet ☼RS 6/8 CC 6/22 our clients needs. Call 239-395-3591, or While you are away by for an emergency call 239-472-0556. retired architect, Sanibel resident. SR 10/3 B TFN HELP WANTED Call 395-1649. FT Mechanic, knowledgeable in foreign ☼RS 11/12 NC TFN and domestic cars, should have own hand BOATS - CANOES - KAYAKS tools. Customer oriented, work in an island atmosphere. Fax resume to 239-472-1878, e-mail [email protected], call 239- PROFESSIONAL DOCKAGE 289-2385, or stop in at Island B.P. CLEANING SERVICES ☼RS 6/8 CC 6/22 Residential • Commercial Hourly, Daily, Weekly Interior Windows • Carpet Cleaning and Monthly. Jennifer Watson 239-810-6293 Captiva Island 472-5800 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED SR 11/13 N TFN SR 1/30 B TFN At The Sanibel School Call Michelle Wesley HOME/CONDO WATCH 239-910-8000 CONCIERGE SERVICES

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COMMERCIAL SPACE ANNUAL RENTAL WANTED TO BUY ANNUAL RENTALS LIME TREE CENTER CASH PAID FOR SANIBEL MILITARY ITEMS CAUTION CONDO UNIT FOR SALE Cash Paid For Old Military Items. Shelling FOR SALE - Commercial condo in 5-unit Medals, Swords, Uniforms, helmets, complex centrally located FOUR BEDROOM - DUNES old guns, awards & more. on Periwinkle Way. This Large UF Executive home offers a Local Toll Free 1-866-440-3280 Sanibel? Can be used for offi ce or retail. cul-de-sac road, overlooks lake to golf ☼RS 6/15 CC 7/6 Motivated to sell. $225,000. course, garage + covered parking. Call Janie Howland, Realtor, VIP Realty. Rarely available 4 BR/3 BA. GARAGE • 239-850-6419. $2,500/mo. FOR SALEW To have ☼NS 6/8 CC 6/29 MOVING • YARD CANAL HOME your picture This furnished 2/2 home is SALES completely equipped and has a in the paper FIRST TIME OFFERING carport plus a free standing garage. Commercial Garage 22’ x 22’ In addition, private dock and boat lift. bring Frontage on 2431 Periwinkle Way, can be $1,650/mo. INTERMODAL RAIL used as artist work space or storage to sell FREIGHT CONTAINERS GARAGE SALE rare shell items from. Annual lease only $990/month. DEMAND SURGE 647 Rabbit Road, Sanibel Call 239-849-2210 472-6747 Saturday and Sunday - June 16 & 17 - ☼NS 5/18 CC TFN Purchase Containers fi nds to the Gulf Beach Properties, Inc. Fully Leased @ 13.5% to 16% Net Fixed Rate 9AM to 2PM Paul H. Zimmerman, Broker Taxpayers Deduct 100% to $139,000 * 2012 Tools, Kitchenwares, Handbags, All Taxes - Insurance paid Electronics, Furniture, Gift items, Books, VACATION RENTAL Making Islanders out of ordinary citizens many new items and much more. for over 35 years. American Synergy Capital (800)-588-4143 www.americansynergycapital.com No early birds, please. Sanibelannualrentals.com ☼NS 6/15 CC 6/15 ☼NS 6/8 BM 6/29 NEAR BEACH PRIVATE HOME ☼RS 6/8 BM TFN

3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH NEWS PAPE R 3 bedroom, 2 bath Home with heated pool, Sanibel & Captiva Islands in quiet Sanibel neighborhood. Seasonal RE/MAX OF THE ISLANDS FURNITURE FOR SALE GARAGE SALE and monthly rentals. 239-472-0692 or Putting owners and Living Room Set: Like new Tommy Saturday/Sunday 06/16-06/17 at 1824 Farm www.4sanibel.com. tenants together Bahama style couch, chair and glass coffee Trail. Adirondack and rattan furnitures,”30” 1640 Periwinkle Way ☼ RS 10/14 CC TFN Call Dustyn Corace table, color is sea grass (Light greenish inch fl at screen TV, washer/dryer,infrared Sanibel www.remax-oftheislands.com yellow) Call 617-842-4729 Best offer. gas grill,thomas trains wooden table. Call for 239-472-2311 ☼RS 6/15 CC 6/15 details 239-579-0420. No Checks Island Vacations ☼NS 3/30 BM TFN ☼NS 6/15 CC 6/15 Of Sanibel & Captiva Million $ Views Await You! ESTATE JEWELRY SALE! PRETTIEST Largest collection of silver jewelry in GARAGE SALE • Cottages • Condos • Homes • RENTAL ON SANIBEL SWFL! 50% OFF Art Furniture over $500. Household/Deco items, Baby Stroller, Cot, Miles of Beaches & Bike Paths Flowers/Pond/3 acres/Next to Sanctuary/ Come by daily 2431 Periwinkle Way & Carseat and more. Lots of Guy’s Stuff Boat Launch/2 BR/2 BA/Storage galore/ 239-472-7277 see The Silverneer & Silver Queen only at Friday 22nd & Saturday 23rd 10 to 3 separate offi ce/no smoking/pets OK. $1700 Sanibel Consignments 472-5222 3061 Poinciana Cir. Sanibel 1-888-451-7277 Mo + utilities - 239/472-0297 ☼NS 5/18 CC TFN ☼NS 6/15 CC 6/15 ☼ S 10/9 B TFN RS 6/15 CC 6/15

LIGHTHOUSE REALTY 1/2 DUPLEX IN THE DUNES Paul J. Morris, Broker Overlooks golf course to lake. VACATION RENTALS 3 bedroom/2 bath/includes all appliances/ To those who are hungry, $20 is a fortune. PROPERTY MANAGEMENT & SALES unfurnished/no smoking. 359 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island $1,700 mo + utilities. 215-840-9802 239-579-0511 ☼NS 6/8 CC 6/22 But $20 can feed a family of four ☼RR 6/1 CC 6/29 for a week, thanks to the... RENTAL WANTED CAPTIVA GUEST HOUSE One bedroom includes washer dryer, wonderful sun deck with a canoe/kayak rack. Harry Chapin ANNUAL RENTAL OR Easy walk to the beach. Lightly furnished. $1,500 a month plus half electric. Call OWNER FINANCING WANTED after 5 pm 239-395-3264 or 239-247-3879. Looking to relocate to Sanibel Island ASAP. ☼NS 6/8 CC 6/29 Food Bank! Need 3-4 bedroom home. We live in NJ and want to make this move. If you have a nice clean home and will hold a mortgage The Food Bank can acquire $6 of nutritious food we are the family for you or a long term lease will be great. Please contact for every $1 you donate, turning your $20 into Joe Dieckman 609-618-2739. a week’s worth of meals for a family of four.r... ☼ NS 6/15 CC 7/6 Thank you for your generosity!

Mail your tax-deductible donation to: The Harry Chapin Food Bank 3760 Fowler Street, Fort Myers, FL 33901 Scan to Call (239) 334-7007 connect to Or donate online at: the Food www.harrychapinfoodbank.org Bank! 62 ISLAND SUN - JUNE 15, 2012 Pets Of The Week

NEWSPAPER Sanibel & Captiva Islands CALLING CARD 239-395-1213 Emergency...... 911 Sanibel Police ...... 472-3111 Lee County Sheriff’s Office ...... 477-1200 On Call Captiva Deputy ...... 477-1000 Fire Department Sanibel ...... 472-5525 Captiva ...... 472-9494 Florida Marine Patrol ...... 332-6966 Florida Highway Patrol ...... 278-7100 Poison Control ...... 1-800-282-3171 Chamber of Commerce ...... 472-1080 City of Sanibel ...... 472-4135 Administrative Office ...... 472-3700 Building Department ...... 472-4555 Community Housing and Resources ...... 472-1189 Planning Department ...... 472-4136 Library Sanibel ...... 472-2483 Pink ID# 529474 Captiva ...... 472-2133 photos by squaredogphoto.com Cleopatra ID# 534901 Post Office Sanibel ...... 472-1573 y name is Pink (ID #529474) and I am a 5-year-old female black and white lab/pit bull mix. Sanibel (toll free) ...... 800-275-8777 I am one of the happiest dogs you will ever meet. I’m only sad when I think about not having Captiva ...... 472-1674 Ma real home. I love to play in the yard and to go on walks around the shelter in the mornings. Sanibel Community Association ...... 472-2155 My favorite part of the walk is rolling in the grass on the way back. Senior Center ...... 472-5743 I would love to be part of your family so we could go on long walks and do lots of fun things as a ARTS family. Arcade Theater ...... 332-4488 Now is the best time to adopt me, because my adoption fee is free (regularly $75) during Animal Art League Of Fort Myers ...... 275-3970 BIG ARTS (Barrier Island Group for the Arts) ...... 395-0900 Services Construction Special. Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre ...... 278-4422 My name is Cleopatra (ID #534901) and I am a 7-year-old female gray domestic short hair. Maybe Fort Myers Symphonic Mastersingers...... 472-0168 I was named after Cleopatra because of my regal appearance. I have a gorgeous gray coat and stun- Gulf Coast Symphony ...... 472-6197 ning gold eyes. But don’t think I’m an uppity kitty just because I’m beautiful. I have lots of affection to Lee County Alliance for the Arts ...... 939-2787 give and would love to find my forever home with someone special. Naples Philharmonic ...... 597-1111 Don’t miss this great opportunity to make me part of your family. My adoption fee is free (regularly The Herb Strauss Schoolhouse Theater ...... 472-6862 $50) during Animal Services Construction Special. Sanibel Music Festival ...... 336-7999 For information about this week’s pets, call 533-7387 (LEE-PETS) or log on to Animal Sanibel-Captiva Art League ...... 472-4258 Services’ website at www.LeeLostPets.com. When calling, refer to the animal’s ID number. The S.W. Florida Symphony ...... 418-0996 website updates every hour so you will be able to see if these or any other pets are still available. CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS The shelter is open for adoptions from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday. ABWA (American Business Women’s Assoc.) ...... 472-2929 The shelter is located at 5600 Banner Drive in Fort Myers, next to the Lee County Sheriff’s American Legion Post 123 ...... 472-9979 Office, off Six Mile Cypress Parkway. Angel Flight SE ...... 1-877-4AN-ANGEL All adoptions include spay/neuter surgery, age-appropriate vaccinations, rabies vaccination Audubon Society ...... 472-3156 Sanibel Bike Club ...... sanibelbicycleclub.org and county license if three months or older, flea treatment, worming, heartworm test for dogs six Community Foundation of Sanibel-Captiva ...... 274-5900 months and over, feline AIDS and leukemia test for cats, training DVD, 10-day health guarantee CROW (Clinic For The Rehabilitation of Wildlife) ...... 472-3644 and a bag of Science Diet pet food. FISH of Sanibel (Friends in Service Here) ...... 472-0404 The adoption package is valued at $500. Sanibel Island Fishing Club ...... 472-8994 Horticultural Society of the Islands ...... 472-6940 Horticulture and Tea Society of Sanibel and Captiva ...... 472-8334 Kiwanis Club ...... 472-2121 League of Women Voters ...... 472-6689 Lions Club (Tom Rothman) ...... 395-3248 F.I.S.H. Needs Items For The Food Pantry Master Gardeners of the Islands ...... 472-6940 Newcomers ...... 472-9332 ISH (Friends In Service Here) of Sanibel still needs your help to restock their food pantry. Notre Dame Club of Southwest Florida ...... 768-0417 They are in need of food, cleaning and paper products. Because their demand for food and Optimist Club ...... 472-0836 Fother items continues to grow, FISH particularly needs the following items: PAWS ...... 472-4823 • Canned meats/fish (chicken, chili, tuna, etc.) Rotary Club ...... 472-7257 or 472-0141 • Macaroni and cheese Sanibel Beautification Inc...... 470-2866 • Peanut butter Sanibel-Captiva Orchid Society ...... 472-6940 Sanibel-Captiva Power Squadron ...... 472-3828 • Juice (apple, orange) Sanibel-Captiva Shell Club ...... 395-1770 • Coffee Sanibel Youth Soccer ...... 395-2040 • Ketchup/salad dressing www.sanibelsoccer.org • Paper towels The Military Officers Assc. of America • Shampoo (MOAA, Alex MacKenzie)...... 395-9232 • Detergent United Way of Lee County ...... 433-2000 • Toilet paper United Way 211 Helpline ...... (24 hour information line) 211 or 433-3900 If you can help with any of these products or any unopened, unexpired food items, which are deliv- Zonta Club ...... 671-6381 ISLAND ATTRACTIONS ered directly to island families in need, they would be most grateful. Items can be dropped off at the Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum ...... 395-2233 FISH Walk-In Center at 1630 Periwinkle Way, Unit B on Sanibel (next to Pfeifer Realty Group) open J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge ...... 472-1100 Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., or at Bank of the Islands, 1699 Periwinkle Way on Sanibel Historical Museum & Village ...... 472-4648 Sanibel, or at Bailey’s General Store, 2477 Periwinkle Way on Sanibel. FISH can also be contacted at SCCF (Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation) ...... 472-2329 472-4775. ISLAND SUN - JUNE 15, 2012 63 BEACH CHAIR PASTIME Answers on page 57 64 ISLAND SUN - JUNE 15, 2012

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