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VOL. 33, NO. 47 TUESDAY, NOV. 22, 1994 2 SECTIONS, 36 PAGES 50 CENTS '..' «,>'-,>: •;, * ,' ;<••*,; Gordon not much of a storm - on Checking things out the islands Lou Hinds, the manag- By Steve Ruediger er of the J.N. "Ding" Islander staff writer Darling National Wild- A little rain, a little wind, some waves and some life Refuge on Sanibel, middle of the storm clear skies ... Gordon was not looks out over Tarpon much of a storm on Sanibel and Captiva. Bay with former Presi- It was a far more intense storm in the national dent Jimmy Carter on news media, which gave it top billing on newscasts Sunday, Nov. 13. and on front pages long before it became a hurricane after it crossed the state and grew in the Atlantic. While the wind hardly blew here and the drizzle was usually little more than a mist, people panicked by the hysterical national media frantically called from the north asking relatives and friends if they were safe. Wednesday the skies were mostly clear and sunny while the national news media was reporting the storm passing over this area. This resulted in some comments being made by local people about the lack of believability of the media. Local television stations behaved toward the storm as if they were chained to their desks and weather maps and could not look out a window for a reality check. Speaking of panic, a rumor went around Sanibel President Carter visits the 'Ding' Wednesday morning that the causeway was about to be closed to traffic; a similar rumor spread quickly Monday, Nov. 14. Police had to reassure people that Darling National Wildlife Refuge what the rumor mongers were saying was not true. By Anne Bellew Berle, Chairman of the BoardTJonal C. O'Brien The Weather Channel had a live remote unit tour- Islander Staff Writer Jr., Vice President for Science" Policy and Editor ing the Sanibel Causeway and island beaches. Former President Jimmy Carter and his wife of Field Notes Susan Drennan arid Directofof the The waves from the storm did produce some possi- Rosalynn visited the J.N. "Ding" Darling National President's Office Mary Joy Breton. Lou Hinds, ble beach erosion. However, Captiva Erosion Wildlife Refuge Sunday Nov. 13,1994. The recre- the manager of the Sanibel refuge, was their "tour Prevention District Administrator Alison Hagerup said the waves would have to be back to normal for ational visit gave the Carters a chance to enjoy guide". awhile before their long-term effect would be known. Sanibel's beauty and wildlife before the president The Carters enjoy birding and spent three hours "It doesn't look to me as bad as the severe cold received the National Audubon Society's Medal mostly walking along Wildlife Drive. The refuge fronts we get," added Hagerup. of Honor at the group's national convention, staff welcomed them with some trepidation Some vacations were undoubtedly damaged by the which was held in Fort Myers. storm. because the tide was high which limits wildlife- The Carters were accompanied by National Perhaps the worst damage the storm did to this Audubon leaders including President Peter A.A. Please see CARTER, page 7 Please see GORDON, page 5

r • . •'" New sewer rates to be discussed Arts & Leisure 16 Classifieds 25 at today's important council meeting Commentary 8 By Steve Ruediger scheduled for a 1:30 p.m. public hearing. The entire range of Environment 6 Islander staff writer fees will be increased. The monthly residential sewer fee On the Water 21 In addition to electing a new mayor and vice mayor, would go from the current $24.34 to $29.43. Police Beat 2 today's (Tuesday, Nov. 22) Sanibel City Council meeting will Following that hearing will be a hearing on the adoption of Recreation 20 feature other important topics. the proposed wastewater master plan. This plan sets the prior- Undoubtedly the most important of these to the finances of ities for the eventual expansion of the Sanibel Sewer System Weather Watch 4 island property owners are items related to the Sanibel Sewer to cover all of Sanibel. Whafs Playing 12 System. The third sewer-related item involves the city joining a What's Cooking? 17 Consideration of the increasing of all sewer rates, guaran- teed sewer revenue charges and sewer connection fees is Please see COUNCIL, page 5 2 THE (SLANDER Tuesday. Nov. 22.1994 Tuesday. Nov. 22,1994 THE ISLANDER 3 AH of the following information came directly from Anything above .08 is considered too drunk to drive Sanibel Police Department reports. POLICE in Florida. Nov. 27 Last week a Sanibel man took a city picnic table A purse was lost on Sanibel Wednesday, Nov. 16. By Anne Bellew sufganiyot (fried donuts) for Sephardic or flame for one day. According to legend, the lamp into the back bay at the end of Dixie Beach BEAT Islander Staff Writer Mediterranean Jews. burned for eight days, not one, thus forming the basis Boulevard to assist him in working on his JetSki. James Everett Norman of Sanibel turned himself in While most Floridians will be shopping for At some point during the evening gifts are often for the festival. Hanukkah, literally translated, means Police told the man to put the table back where he at the police station at City Hall Nov. 16. He told Thanksgiving turkey and all the trimmings, some will exchanged or at least given to the children, including dedication and, in the prayers that accompany the found it and never again use city property in that police there was a warrant for his arrest for violation also be buying an extra bag of potatoes, extra candles the gold-wrapped coins known as Hanukkah gelt. The lighting of candles, Jews annually re-dedicate them- manner. Christopher Carl Shannon Beasley of Conover, of probation. Police checked and found he was accu- and perhaps some gold-wrapped chocolate coins. gift-giving has led some Gentiles to regard the holi- selves to the same values that led their ancestors to N.C., was charged Nov. 17 with improper passing on rate. And, while most Americans will be cleaning their day as a Jewish Christmas when, in fact, it celebrates revolt against religious and cultural oppression. Donald Norval Walker of Fort Myers was charged Sanibel-Captiva Road. kitchens and homes after a long weekend of guests an historical event. Although Hanukkah is probably The central part of the Hanukkah observance is the Friday, Nov. 18, with driving on a suspended license Building material litter was on public access at the and feasting, some will also be preparing home and the best known Jewish holiday, it is actually consid- lighting of a nine-branch candelabra called a meno- at Periwinkle Way and Causeway Road. A German tourist lost his wallet on the beach near north end of Buttonwood Drive Nov. 16. Police foods for continued festivities. ered a minor festival since its origins are historical rah. There are many styles of menorahs - hand-carved the Sanibel Moorings Nov. 17. talked to the builder working on the adjacent lot. He On Sunday, Nov. 27, at sundown, Jewish people all rather than biblical. olive wood from Israel, jewel-encrusted Faberge cre- Joel Martin Bebermeyer of North Port was charged agreed to immediately remove the litter. over the world will begin their celebration of Some 2,000 years ago, a rebel Jewish force led by ations, pottery, whittled, even electric - but nearly all Thursday, Nov. 17, with going 50 mph on Sanibel- David Lee Stoneburner of Sanibel was charged Hanukkah, the eight-day festival that commemorates the Maccabbees rose up against the Syrian/ Greek feature a shammes, one candle that is set apari from Captiva Road. with DUI and failure to sign his summons after he A Sabal Court resident showed police a BB hole in freedom from political and religious aggressors. The king, Antiochus IV, eventually defeating him and dri- the others in some way and is used to light an addi- was found passed out in his car Nov. 17 in the park- a window of her home Nov. 16. date varies slightly from year to year as it corre- ving him out of Jerusalem. A record of the event is tional candle every night to represent the passing A photo album was found on West Gulf Drive ing lot at NationsBank. Police said he had an open, sponds with the ancient Jewish calendar - this year found in the Book of Maccabees, an apocryphal writ- days of the holiday. Nov. 17. half-full bottle of beer between his legs. The engine The SPD received a report of a nude, reckless coming on the heels of Thanksgiving, some years ing not considered part of sacred Hebrew scripture; There are Hanukkah songs and games - one game, was running and the car was in park. He was incoher- JetSki operator in the Blind Pass area Sunday, Nov. closer to Christmas. but the celebration of Hanukkah is noted in the earli- originating in Eastern Europe, features a four-sided Danielle M. Nasti of Sanibel was charged Nov. 17 ent when he was awakened, according to police. 13. Police could not find the alleged JetSki or its During the eight days of Hanukkah, Jewish fami- est Jewish legal codes. In essence, the tiny Hebrew top called a dreidel. Children take turns spinning it with going 56 mph on Sanibel-Captiva Road. Stoneburner blew .242 and .245 on breath tests. alleged dangerous, unclothed operator. lies will gather each night for a candle-lighting prayer country of Judea, in the middle of the Syrian empire, until it lands on one of four Hebrew letters (nun, ceremony that is led in many families by the children overcame the then dominant Hellenistic culture that gimel, he and shin) that represent the saying "A great Eduardo Augusto Gallardo of Miami was charged as part of their education in both Jewish custom and threatened the very existence of Judaism. miracle happened here", a reference not only to the Nov. 16 with going 67 mph on the Sanibel Causeway, the Hebrew language. Then comes the evening meal Following the revolt, in preparation for rededica- oil that burned for eight days but, perhaps more with driving on a suspended license and with having that invariably includes latkes (potato pancakes) for tion of the temple, the small Jewish band could find importantly, to the tiny nation that overcame a power- a tag on his vehicle not assigned to that vehicle. Ashkenazic Jews of Eastern European heritage and only enough sacramental oil to re-light the eternal ful oppressor. On the islands, in addition to individual family cer- The Jerry's Shopping Center reported a problem emonies, Temple Bat Yam will observe the festival with begging raccoons Tuesday, Nov. 15, including with a Hanukkah party on Thursday, Dec. 1. one raccoon that snapped at a person who tried to pet Islands' Luminary Trail and Holiday For further information, call 472-8809, leave a it. The raccoons were gone when police arrived. message and someone from the congregation will return your call. Mary Lynn Meduecky of Fort Myers was charged Open Houses to be held Dec. 2 and 3 Nov. 15 with going 57 mph on Sanibel-Captiva Road. On two consecutive nights in December, a chance to shop or just browse in a unique and Sanibel and Captiva islands will glow with the festive atmosphere fro 6 to 9 p.m.. It's also a time Police last week issued regular storm advisories on spirit of Christmas. for socializing and strolling under the stars while Tropical Storm Gordon over the ALERT radio sys- Sanibel's Luminary Trail and Holiday Open enjoying one of those balmy winter evenings for 11 tem. House is Friday, Dec. 2; Captiva's version will which the islands are famous. Island residents, as 'Beauty **«* Beast" take place the following night, Saturday, Dec. 3. well as visitors, eagerly awail this traditional com- Harold Edwin Delaney, who lives in Fort Myers And to make sure the islands sparkle, thousands of munity event. and works on Captiva, was charged with DUI and luminaries - lighted candles in small paper bags - The Sanibel Trail will include shopping centers with careless driving after being involved in a one-car will lead die way to some of the most exclusive and businesses on Periwinkle Way from the light- accident at Palm Ridge Road and Wooster Lane and unusual shops and boutiques in Southwest house end to Tarpon Bay Road, and along Palm Monday, Nov. 14. He was given first aid by EMS. Florida. Ridge Road. Delaney blew .235 and .242 on a breathalyzer test. Shopping on the islands is always a pleasure Captiva's Trail will begin at Blind Pass. Visitors Anything higher than .08 is considered too intoxicat- and these two evenings promise even more. can see 'Tween Waters Inn's animated Christmas ed to drive in Florida. During the Luminary Trial, the stores will remain tableaux before continuing up along Captiva Road to the main shopping areas and at South Seas Scott Allen Nordstrom of Fort Myers was charged open until 9 p.m. and merchants will serve up SERVING OUR FULL MENU PLUS. Nov. 14 with going 51 mph on Causeway Road. refreshments, samples and gifts. In year's past, that Plantation, which will be beautifully lighted and has meant everything from wine and punch to. openjto the public.,,.;....,,.,^ EfElY NIGHT ...FRIED, BROILED, 1 SAUTEED, BLACKENED, Geary Joseph Guam of Boulder, Colo., was grilled shrimp, cbdkfes arid ice crearnfliiVe^ria '* SHRIMP SPECIAL open house beginning at 6 p.rn. featuring crafts by ALFREDO, SCAMPI, charged Nov. 14 with going 60 mph on the Sanibel recorded music will help spread the good cheer, Choose from one of 10 PARMESAN, Causeway and with driving on a suspended license. including the voices of carol singers. And Santa island artisans. Complimentary wine and cheese different ways in which TERIYAKI Claus will do his rounds on a shiny red fire truck along with children's treats will be offered. we prepare them, includes FRANCAISE, Jennifer Marie Gebing of Sanibel was charged both nights. Captiva's official tree lighting at Chadwick's house salad, soup, rolls & CHAR-BROILED Nov. 14 with throwing trash on the highway, having The Luminary Trail is the islanders' way of butter, choice of an expired tag, going through a stop sign and driving kicking off the holiday season. For the public, it's Please see LUMINARY, page 4 potato or rice ..... J8.9S on an expired license. FRIDAY NIGHT SHOW CRAB A power line was down on West Gulf Drive Nov. All You Can Eat! Includes house salad, soup, choice of 14. Police stood by until a repair crew from the Lee potato or rice, rolls and butter County Electric Cooperative arrived. A iff ^kj^mJ^Mr€^S^FimmfmfwmM^bms & Key Lime Pie. MASTECTOMY A Sanibel man reported a young teenager picking FITTINGS AND SHOPPING oranges from the tree in his yard Nov. 14. IN YOUR HOME - PRIVATELY 975 Rabbit Road Next to The comedy Club SATURDAY NIGHT PRIME RIB ^LNLN 458-1111 AU You Can Eat! An injured gull was transported to Care and "Includes house salad, rolls Rehabilitation of Wildlife Nov. 14 from the Blind LIVE ENTERTAINMENT & butter, soup, choice of SUBSCRIBE OR RENEW YOUR SUBSCRIPTION TO THE potato or rice & $* % f|£ Pass Bridge. Thursday thru Sunday Key Lime Pie * J»7$ ISLANDS PREEERRED NEWSPAPER AND RECEIVE THIS Fieaturing the Music of BEAUTIFUL FULL COLOR 18"X24" POSTER FREE! Ricardo D. Rozier of Stamford, Conn., was SANIBEL'S BEST BREAKFAST charged Nov. 14 with going 66 mph on the Sanibel CHARLBE JENKINS Served 7 am*12 Noon Causeway. LATE NIGHT DRINK SPECIALS • FULL MENU TIL 1 MONDAY - 2 Pecan Pancakes with 2 pieces Rated 31/2 Stars HAPPY HOUR 4-7 99 OR CALL 813-472-5185 Victor Joseph Specht of Fort Myers was charged Jean Le Boeirf ELECTRONIC DART BOARDS 2 Nov. 14 with going 63 mph on the Sanibel Causeway. TUESDAY - Chocolate Chip Pancakes with Note! There wilt be a $2.50 postage charge to mail poster to your home. Subscribe or Renew your GREAT GRINGO & MEXICAN MEALS 99 paper at the Islander office and receive poster at no charge! NOW OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK 11:30-? C]r rr-o 2 A fire was reported on Anhinga Lane Nov. 13. It V turned out to be a man cooking dinner on an outdoor WEDNESDAY - 2 Scrambled Eggs with NAME brick grill. IMPA/ Diced Bacon and Grilled Onions, Hash 99 THAI RESTAURANT „_ - STREET 2 APT. NO. Emily Marie Douse of Fort Myers was charged m\ Comedy Club THURSDAY - 2 Pieces French Toast with 2 CITY STATE ZIP Sunday, Nov. 13 with going 54 mph on the Sanibel OPEN FOR DINNER 975 Rabbit Road Next to Loco's Utis pieces of Bacon 2 Causeway. PHONE 7 DAYS FRIDAY - 2 Egg-Denver Scrambled (ham, 5:00 -10:00 onion, peppers) Hash Browns & 2407 PESOWiNKLB WiST Df RKZ DDOSUSLANDER CENTER MIKE RIVERA Biscuits A PAYMENT ENCLOSED Q BILL ME Q BEST THAI FOOD SATURDAY • 2 Blueberry Pancakes with 2 975 Rabbit Road Next to Loco's VISA Q MASTERCARD Q IN TOWN! pieces of Bacon.- , A ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION LEE COUNTY $19.75 ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION FLORIDA $26.00 ACCOUNT NO. Just 10 minutes SUNDAY - 2 Scrambled Eggs with Ham, from Sanibel and the Beach ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION U.S.A. $28.00 EXPIRATION DATE Hash Browns &Toast..... 2" in INDIAN CREEK PLAZA ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION FOREIGN $40.00 Serving Dinner: Sun. - Thurs. 5-9 pm, SIGNATURE 17274 SAN CARLOS BLVD. FLA. SALES TAX INCLUDED WHERE APPLICABLE Fri., & Sat. 5-10 pm Pine blond Center SUITE 203-5 472-8833 PLEASE ALLOW 3 WEEKS TO START DELIVERY 00 "Visit Our Lounge" FORT MYERS BEACH, FL *2 Off SIIOWTIMESs Wednesday thru Saturday 9 p.m., Sun. 9 p,m. w/this ad Limited Seating • Must Call in Advance to Book Showtime. DONAX AT MIDDLE GULF DRIVE, SANIBEL Wmfimfis~~ (8ii)tss.4ss4 813-454-3020 . Tuesday, Nov. 22.1994 THE ISLANDER 7 4 THE [SLANDER Tuesday. Nov. 22.1994 Former President Jimmy Carter receives Audubon medal Antique toy show to open at museum By Anne Bellew drilling rights." Islander Staff Writer In his address, Carter said, "We need to fire up the Special to The Islander The recent Audubon Convention at the Sheraton general public's interest in creating a better quality of The magic and sparkle of childhood beckon all Harbor Place and Harborside Convention Center was life around them at the local level. We need to show comers to Sanibel's eighth annual Antique Toy Show well-attended by islanders - Bob and Edie Slayton, them how to act in their own behalf. I've found that opening Wednesday, Nov. 30, at the Historical Connie Holsinger, Erick and Ellen Lindblad, Wanda many times people want to join in an effort and don't Village and Museum. Slayton, Kristie Anders and a host of others. Larry quite know how," O'Brien said. Co-chairing the show are Louise Danforth and Thompson, the Southeast Regional Vice President of He continued, "The average person wants pure Cherie Pierce. They promise more of the antique Audubon, indicated he was most appreciative of their water and clean air along with some biodiversity. playthings that have been so popular in previous help with the registration and information desks. Environmentalists must bring together different years. Among toys debuting this season is a collec- Before the Great Egret Banquet on Sunday night, groups with similar goals to work together towards a tion of old Santas in materials ranging from papier Nov. 13, he commented, "The conference has gone common goal. It is vitally important for us to be uni- mache to porcelain. very well. Both the hotel and Harborside have been fied and clear in the messages we put out, not only to There will be sleds, wagons, trains, games, cars, a most cooperative in mounting the convention." legislators but to a general public that would like to player harmonica with reels and a pre-Civil War Everyone's attention at the banquet was focused on join with us. At this time of political crisis, it is baby's cradle. Room boxes and doll houses share the winner of the 1994 Audubon Medal, former important that we reach out and cooperate with each President Jimmy Carter, and his wife Rosalynn. limelight with an elaborate 1900s Schoenheit circus other and those who have influence on political lead- Looking somewhat rested after several hours of from Germany. ers." Teddy bears, fire engines, trucks and old-fashioned snook fishing with islander Mike Fuery and a relaxed birding trip to the J.N. "Ding" Darling National He also urged the group to approach the corporate tree ornaments join with iron kitchen fixtures, toy world. Frequently, he said, a corporation has an inter- cowboys, Indians and British soldiers in casting the Wildlife Refuge, Carter received the award for his ongoing efforts to protect and enhance the environ- est in the environment that is not immediately obvi- spell of yesteryear on today's holidays. ous, and it might welcome an alliance with an envi- Jackie Rauschert, a volunteer docent who helps ment. Audubon's Board Chairman Donal C. O'Brien Jr. ronmental organization - let alone the many ways organize the toy show, will celebrate a "Teddy Bear some corporations could help the environmental Christmas" Saturday, Dec. 10, with two storytelling cited the passage of the Alaska Lands Act in 1980 as one of the most significant presidential acts in our movement. sessions for small children who are invited to bring a history. Carter's concluding call to action reflected the favorite bear along. "... Carter saved more birds, more fish, more bears statements made by many of the other speakers at the Toys will fill both the Rutland house museum and with one signature than any other governmental convention. the old Bailey store at the historic village, with the action taken before or since ... He also linked conser- "We must commit ourselves to getting at least one- back room of the store offering replicas of old fash- vation and energy policies .. backed tough strip-min- third of the House or Senate to uphold the president's Photo by Anne Bellew ioned toys for actual "hands on" play by visitors. ing legislation and slowed down the sale of offshore veto ... after we get him to veto any legislation that Island environmentalists Stephen McCarter and Shell Island Garden Club members are in charge of Barbara Lensing prior to the entrance of President and holiday decorations for all buildings at the village to Mrs. Jimmy Carter at the Audubon Great Egret Dinner. enhance the festive air. The antique toy show will run through the month comes across his desk that would be detrimental to of December during regular hours plus Sunday open- the nation's environment," the former president said. One of the doll houses that are part of the antique toy show at the Historical Museum. Carter received several rounds of applause during his remarks and standing ovations both when he was ings on Dec. 11 and 18 from 1 to 4 p.m. The entire Road and is open Wednesday through Saturday each introduced and at the conclusion of his address. complex will be closed Dec. 24 and 31. week from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The historical village is located at 950 Dunlop For information call 472-4648. WEATHER Auclubon continued from page 5 WATCH and we - as sentient beings - have an obligation to protect God's creation. We must not be afraid of San-Cap Lions Christmas tree working together to change course. We must make Last week's temperatures in paradise were our issues the people's issues. And we must never be recorded at the Sanibel-Captiva Chamber of afraid of showing narrow-minded, tunnel-visioned Commerce as foltows: people'the way.'" HIGH LOW RAIN sales to help ring in the season Myers continued, "The other side is building on Sunday, Nov. 13 82 67 0.0 The Sanibel-Captiva Lions Club will proclaim ing 260 Fraser firs, 90 Scotch pines and 50 Noble peoples' fears of the unknown. Their premises are Monday, Nov. 14 80 67 0.0 the arrival of the Christmas season on Sanibei with firs. The trees will range from 4 to 10 feet in height fueled by lies, distortions, smoke and mirrors. They Tuesday, Nov. 15 79 68 1.5 the opening of the Lions Christmas Tree Lot across and from S30 to $100 in price. are creating a mirage and they are therefore vulnera- Wednesday, Nov. 16 80 72 0.8 from Bailey's General Store on Tarpon Bay Road Skaugstad said the Lions will custom trim trees ble ... to real people with real visions, real meaning, Thursday, Nov. 17 72 68 0.0 on Monday, Nov. 28. and will deliver them on the island if the customer real values and real intent. The lot will be open daily through Christmas desires. "Most people actually share our values ... They Friday, Nov. 18 84 66 0.0 Carter continued from page 1 want good lives, they want clean air and clean water. Saturday, Nov. 19 79 60 0.0 Eve from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. All proceeds will go to This will be the 25lh consecutive year that the the Lions Club's charities. Lions have operated the lot as a fund-raising pro- Most people in this country are environmentalists, viewing opportunities. Birds normally prefer feeding reddish egret. Lion Dean Skaugstad, the project coordinator, ject. Every member of the Lions Club takes a whether they call themselves that or not, and want to at low tide when mud flats are exposed. However, said the lot will be stocked with 400 trees, includ- weekly turn on the lot. Hinds stated that President and Mrs. Carter seemed be responsible stewards. They want a quality of life Florida LOTTO volunteer rovers stationed along Wildlife Drive in excellent health and spirits, stopping often to view they cannot have without protecting the environ- helped the Carters Find seven birds they had never birds and to chat with surprised and delighted birders ment." Numbers from Nov. 19,1994 before seen, including the roseate spoonbill, magnifi- and fishermen. In fact, Carter called out to three fish- He closed by saying, "We have met the enemy and cent frigate bird, yellow-crowned night heron and the ermen on the water's edge asking what they were he is us. We have met the enemy, and we can win!" 2-8-16-17-19-30 fishing for. Hinds said it was funny to see the fisher- men's amazed expressions and their attempts to find a way up the bank to get closer to the president. Finally, one man scrambled through the bushes and made it up to Wildlife Drive. Dean Skaugstad poses "Please, Mr. President, could I get your auto- with the new sign for the graph?" he asked. Lions Christmas Tree Lot "Sure, what shall I write on?" President Carter EDITOR: Christopher Strins responded. ADVERTISING MGR: Jack Messersmith Turning his back, the man said, "Right here on my REPORTERS: Steve Ruecflger, Frank Wagner, Anne Bellew shirt would be wonderful, sir! Here's a pen!" roadway PHOTOGRAPHERS: Kathleen Blase and Saul Taffet CONTRIBUTORS: Capt. Mike Fuery, Bobbie Sharp, Bob "They are a delightful couple," Hinds said of the Maurer and Art Stevens TREES - Carters. "Friendly, open, and quite serious birders." 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Myers (next to Damon's Ribs) and policies which was in effect long before John appreciates support of those five firms when • Large Assortment of Candles, Afghans, We would especially like to express our thanks to Captiva and I became involved was for each volunteer to some of those committee Candle Rings and Holders, Potpourri, To the editor the following individuals and businesses: members are predisposed Afghans set a work schedule. If the volunteer was unable The Islander Ace Hardware, Lori and Joe Adams, Craig and toward an off-island facili- JEAN-PAUL'S Baskets, Jeuoelry, Wall Hangings, to keep to that schedule, he or she was asked to I want to take this opportunity to extend my thanks .Monica Albert, Aquatrek, Artype Inc., Arundels, Jean ty rather than a predomi- Shell Lamps & so much morel call in advance so the duties could be covered by to all who supported me in my campaign for the City J£- y * • • • FT. MYERS NEWS-PRESS Says: Baer, Bailey's General Store, Fran and Jack Barone, nantly on-island facility, JE- ^^-p\lfjL v. "Hard to imagine a more delightful ( another person. Council Beach Stuff and More Stuff, Billy's Beach Chairs, or some other alternative, J? fc^^jlj-\^v • dinning-out experience." CROW really does depend on its volunteers Happy Ifixmfcsf}ivinfll, In particular, I want to thank the co-chairs of my Captiva Cruises, Captiva Art Cafe, Captiva Inn, tends to predetermine or C'^ Restaurant Francais and could not function without them. Once a committee and all the committee members for their Chadwick's, Chico and Lucky's, Chico's, Chili manipulate the results volunteer decides the area of CROW he or she unswerving and continuous support. before any citizen input is Peppers, Coca-Cola Distributing, Community Bank ClosedThankspng.Day would like to help with, a training process I am also grateful for the help given to me and my of the Islands, Congress Jewelers, Anita Constanza, heard or public debate can DinnerB-ioPM Closed Sunday becomes necessary. This was handled by either a campaign by those generous supporters who con- Dairy Queen, Ruth Dammann and Berdenna be had. R TARPON BAY ROAD BY THE POST OFFICE Res: 472-1493 "seasoned" volunteer or staff member. When a tributed their energy, time, ideas, advice, money and Thompson and the Island Seniors, Carolyn David, We need citizen input person just pops in unannounced and is not up- plain hard work and to those who held special events East End Deli, Stella Farwell, Doris Frey, Friday's, before the fact, not after. •v to-date with daily operational procedures, it can to enable their friends to see and hear who I was and Friends In Service Here, Carol Fuery, Gilligan's, We have at least 3,100 be more of a hindrance than help not only to the the principles and ideas for which I stood. A special Glitter, Steve Greenstein, Gramma Dot's, Shauna homeowners, most of animal patients but to the other volunteers, thanks to the 1,521 Sanibel residents who voted for Gulnac, Betsy Hanley, Harbor House, Harry Radcliff, whom are represented by PETER E. KELLY 'Collectibles in Country Charm' interns and staff. me. Her Sports Closet, B.Z. and Chip Hoffman, Molly CONA, who should have I'd also like to express my appreciation to the The ATTORNEY AT LAW Mrs. Lussier's criticisms of not weighing each Heuer and Charlie Sobczak, Hungry Heron, I Spy, had a voice in this selec- "ReCreation of 19th century General Store" animal on admittance is a good example of the Islander, Island Reporter and to their respective edi- Isabella's, Island Pizza, Jenni's Swim and Cruise tion decision. We have at tors and political reporters who reported my activities COMPLETE LEGAL SERVICES type of training necessary when working with a Wear, Jerry's of Sanibel, Johnny's Pizza, Steve and least 3,300 condominium INCLUDING: MON.-FRI. 9-8, SAT. 9-5, SUN. 11-5 wild animal. The facts are: When a wild animal at City Council and Planning Committee meetings Michelle Johnson, Kennedy Studios, King's Crown _ owners, most of whom are and my campaign, with fair, accurate and evenhanded I Wills • Probate • Living Trusts • Real Estate I «m» 1446 PERIWINKLE WAY, 395-0888 SHQ Restaurant, Lazy Flamingo, Lazy Flamingo II, Lion s represented by CASI, who UHJ WE SHIP VPS -Sea Please see FACTS, page 11 coverage. likewise should have had Condominium Law • Land Use Planning Finally, to my wife Flo, who was always there with Please see LETTERS, page 9 a voice in any decisions ANCHOR POINTE CENTER . __ 1633 Periwinkle Way Suite H 395-221T ...•-•is:^* Tuesday. Nov. 22.1994 THE ISLANDER 10 THE ISLANDER Tuesday. Nov. 22.1994 Letters continued from page 10 LOf I © PS continued from page 9 Were someone equally interested in bashing the did nothing wrong," with a couple in the White Or, do what so many others do; recognize that I also want to thank the many Democratic Party vol- those permanently crippled patients who "cannot be Islander newspaper's 20/20 Democrats, they could also avail themselves of some House saying the same thing, The Rostenkowski there are good guys and bad guys in every party, club, unteers who made phone calls and walked the returned to the wild; they serve as examples and ancient history, perhaps more accurately, and resur- indictment, Sen. Byrd who steals from the rest of the group or wherever a large number of people join precincts to distribute campaign literature so that our ambassadors for their species to help save others of Conference coverage lauded rect the charge that the Democrats were the party of country to assure his re-election and so on. Jim has to together. Then support the good guys. No party is all Sanibel voters received important unbiased issues of their own kind." Endangered species that cannot be war. This would be as inaccurate as old Jim's "facts." be a terribly frustrated fanatic. goodand no party is all bad. Jim, you will feel better this election. released are placed in captive breeding programs, if To the editor I do feel some compassion for Jim as he looks Jim, since you are so far out of step with the rest of if you focus on individuals rather than a party that, at While Jeb Bush received 1,980 votes to Gov. possible, for this is the third consideration. The Islander around at the chaos that besets the Democrats - huge the country, but yet need the relief of writing out your the moment, is far out of favor and appears to be har- I wanted to let you know how much the staff and Chiles 1,526 votes, it is apparent that Bush gained Euthanasia, as a last alternative, is for animals injured election losses, three or more special investigators anger, may I suggest you write your letters and mail boring more shady politicians than the other one. this small majority from the absentee voters. too critically to be saved, or if their suffering is need- board of trustees appreciated the coverage you gave working on administrative Democrats, numerous them to yourself. That may save you some embarrass- H.J. Campbell Jr., P.E. Henry J. Shelton less or severe. the 20/20 Conference. It was by far the most compre- appointees leaving Washington with statements of "I ment. Albertson, N.Y. Sanibel member of the Lee County Dr. Kubisz utilized all four of these considerations hensive and accurate reporting of this event. It was Democratic Executive Committee during his two years at CROW. For instance, there is important to us that the island at large be made aware Magic, the red-tailed hawk that Deb Kubisz takes into of the fact that the city based its land use plan on The Facts continued from page 8 Kubiszes upheld classroom situations to educate our young people as Sanibel Report and its natural systems approach, and 5 to the plight of wildlife. There is Bebe, a brown peli- that a review of the report and planning for the next is presented for its initial exam it is not only suffering defecate in them, splash about and sometimes even since this was the cause of her injury. I have held my CROW s Bill of Rights can that is blind in one eye due to a gunshot wound. 20 years was taking place. Anne's (Bellew) reporting from an illness or injury, but also from shock. This turn them over. God forbid if an overturned pan went own licenses for this bird as an education animal for was remarkable. It is only through this kind of envi- To the editor She is a permanent resident of CROW and serves as shock greatly intensifies from human handling. Wild unnoticed for any length of time in the scorching our four years. She has taught more children and The Islander an ambassador for her species to help educate people ronmental education process that the island will be animals can and do die on the exam table from shock afternoon sun. It was truly a life-threatening situation. adults through her beauty and wildness than I as a I read Pat Lussier's letter to the editor published in regarding intentional injuries to wildlife. Two years able to live up to its "sanctuary" status. even if the injury itself is not life-threatening. This visitor was very pleased with the care for the person could ever reach. A pet - no. You could never the 10/25 edition of The Islander. Once again a ago, many of the brown pelicans which severely Thanks for all of your help. Immediate needs such as immobilizing fractures, animals he observed. He wanted to help by donating own or "pet" her. "Magic" has been conditioned to over-crowded the pelican enclosure were placed in Erick Lindblad stopping profuse bleeding and administering certain directly for aTparticular need of the animalsTlri the wear jesses and tolerate people for education - some- CROW board member has displayed - for all readers Executive Director, SCCF to see - more attacks on John Kubisz in a less than breeding programs. Some, that could not even stand drugs to reduce the shock take enough time and han- 95+ heat I quickly stated water ponds for the birds thing only she can accomplish using me as a tool. If professional effort to defend the board's decision. up due to their severe permanent injuries needed to be dling, but are absolutely necessary. Restraining an would be a blessing! This gentleman agreed to donate anything, we have a mutual respect for each other. This, even though the board's letter to members stat- euthanized. I do not know why so many pelicans CASI praises IWA animal to weigh it at such a critical period is very a water pond for the shore birds. Within a few days a Again, Mrs. Lussier was fully informed of the entire ed that the board did "not wish to air a lot of reasons were not placed or euthanized, as the situation rarely a life-saving necessity. Once the animal is sta- friend of this man donated a second water pond for story behind this animal. required, before Dr. Kubisz was hired. But I am in public" about their decision. (And, since the letter (The following open letter was addressed to The Island bilized a treatment plan is established. A weight may the osprey enclosure. Both were fully paid for before She was also supplied with an educational paper I to the members was given to the press, it seems as if thankful that he put a stop to needless suffering, and Water Association's general manager, and submitted or may not be necessary to carry out this plan. the work was completed. The third water pond, in the wrote concerning the egg substitute she referred to the board could not even be trusted to handle that was able to get so many into captive breeding pro- to the Islander for publication.) Whenever the need for a patient's daily weight was enclosure, was built from a memorial fund; the and insinuated I bought for my own use. To briefly truthfully.) grams. necessary to monitor its health, it was certainly work may have been completed before the fund summarize: egg substitute is used to raise the I would like to suggest that anyone in any way I would also like to share with you something I To the editor recorded. closed, but the shortfall was insignificant (and more digestible protein in infant formulas, especially insec- concerned about Ms. Lussier's allegations do this: learned regarding the rehabilitation of orphans. Some The Islander Mrs. Lussier stated that every other CROW veteri- than covered by other miscellaneous donations). tivore song birds. Raw eggs or cat food were com- The CASI board of directors wishes to commend speak with the Kubiszes, speak with people who animals are born with all the knowledge they will narian weighed each patient. I honestly am not aware Name plaques acknowledging the donors were then monly used at CROW in the past with poor results. the IWA board and the association's general manager worked there at the time and read CROW's Bill of need to survive, such as the gopher tortoise. Others, of this. It may be a policy a small animal practitioner placed over the ponds. The donors were pleased, the Problems such as diarrhea, crop slowdown or salmo- for accomplishing goals and objectives that resulted Rights along with the other information contained in like the river otter, spend months or years with the would deem necessary, however a wildlife hospital animals' lives were no longer at risk and their living nella contamination are eliminated with the use of a in the recent approximately 7 1/2 percent reduction in the pamphlet that is provided to all who visit CROW. parent while they gradually learn all they need to and a dog and cat hospital have very different animals conditions at CROW were improved, and everyone pasteurized egg substitute. water rates. For those of you that have not read CROW's Bill know to survive. The rehabilitator that takes on the with very different and specialized needs. The fact was happy. That is, except for certain people on the I would like to state one last fact. Mrs. Lussier While unsuccessful, CASI supports your efforts of Rights, I would like to include it here: responsibility to raise this animal will keep it every that John's policy of performing a simple fecal test on CROW board. stated that there is a stove at CROW. She neglected to day until the animal has reached the age when it can for Sanibel to withdraw from continued participation each animal - a policy not previously followed at It had previously been stated that a donation of mention that it is a donated gas stove and there has - To help sick, injured or orphaned native wildlife in the Lee County Regional Water Supply Authority. - To educate people as to the plight of wildlife successfully be introduced to - and socialized with - CROW - is much more significant when saved lives $500 or less could be used for the facility without never been a gas hook-up or gas supply for it. The Thank you. - To promote the enhancement of habitat on private others of its own kind. For those of you who have not are considered. In fact, while John was executive board input. Providing a safe and sanitary watering only thing that is functional on this stove is the elec- seen a river otter, which spends up to 90 percent of its Lucle Hall, president land CASI board of directors director at CROW the overall animal survival rate system is not only a necessity but certainly a daily tric clock. Consequently, the ground turkey and - To advocate against actions detrimental to time in water, you might compare it to a medium- doubled. It was stated by certain board members that operating expense. While it is true the ponds were boiled rice, which is used to correct diarrhea prob- wildlife sized, very wet dog. Always wet, and not a pet! Casino night a success "even this is an exaggeration." Again the fact is, John installed by one contractor, it still came in as three lems in young mammals, was prepared in my home - - To give special consideration to endangered Perhaps board members should read the literature had little involvement with patient records mainly separate projects. The donors were very impressed to on my own time, at my own expense. Also I might species that CROW provides, and learn the Bill of Rights that To the editor because of his poor handwriting. The patient records see their monies go directly to the project for which it add that as a vegetarian, I have no need for ground - To prevent the abuse of, or cruelty to, wildlife they are supposed to uphold. Or perhaps they should The Islander were kept and recorded by other staff members was intended, and that the work was completed with- turkey on my dinner plate as insinuated by Mrs. - To assure strict adherence to the laws now cover- read the contract that the board offered Dr. Kubisz. Due in no small measure to your, support the Shell and/or interns. I believe these staff members and in the requested time frame. Lussier. ing wildlife An contract which did not require that lie obtain his Museum Casino Night was a success. Everyone had a interns are honest, capable people and so the patient On education: CROW's Bill of Rights, authored by These facts speak for themselves. John and I place - To discourage the keeping of Wildlife as pets Florida license, and which is not required by the state great time and the museum benefited by receiving records are honest and true recordings. John, states that CROW is against keeping wild ani- our confidence in the participation of the membership - To protect the delicate ecosystems that are essen- of Florida. some welcome funds. Mrs. Lussier's Nov. 11 letter accused John of "an mals as pets. Mrs. Lussier's letter referred to a red- at the special meeting which they have now request- tial for wildlife Dr. Kubisz and his wife believed in, and upheld, According to the contractor, the museum building, effort to undermine the board" by providing desper- tailed hawk which is under my care. She stated the ed. To the individual CROW members would like to - To work with universities and other organizations the CROW Bill of Rights. That was their job, but now under construction, will be completed in late ately needed water ponds for the animals. Again, I animal is being kept as a pet. "Magic" is a non- say this: Please exercise your vote at the meeting, and whose goals are similar to CROW's even more than that, it has been their life's work. It's January with the museum opening scheduled for early can give you the facts. One very hot afternoon fol- releaseable red-tailed hawk which I have trained to be if you cannot attend in person, please send your The pamphlet describes the four considerations now up to the members to bring them back to CROW. March. lowing the educational tour, a visitor stopped me as I an educational animal. She cannot ever be released to proxy to Saralee Howell, c/o Attorney Peter E. Kelly. that CROW has when handling wildlife. The first is Lynda McCormick Our thanks to you for helping to make it all hap- was about to refill the kitty litter pans used to hold the wild due to damage sustained at a very early age. The 500 orphans that we raised and released last year CROW member and volunteer pen. Her story is long and was made available during its return to the wild. Education is the second, for Cape Coral, Fla. water in the shore bird enclosure. This was a chore cannot speak for themselves, but you can. Ken Meeker which, during our hot season must be tended to three CROW tours when I was employed. "Magic" the Development Committee, or four times daily. The kitty litter pans were the only hawk has made appearances as an education animal COUPON Bailey-Matthew Shell Museum (Deb Kubisz, a wildlife rehabilitator, was dismissed water containers for the eagle, osprey and shore bird - at numerous Boy and Girl Scout meetings schools, from her position at the Care and Rehabilitation of enclosures for drinking and bathing and they were universities, Audubon meetings or anywhere a Wildlife when her husband Dr. John Kubisz's contract as director of the facility was not renewed.) UPS * Federal Express • Airborne OUT ISLAND CRUISE More Republican bashing ... totally inadequate for the purpose. The birds would wildlife lecture on habitat destruction can be heard - Fax • Copies * Packaging • Gift Boxes to BOCA GRANDE on Gasparilla Island & SHELLING To the editor & Supplies TRIPS to Beautiful & World The Islander Hark, Jim Snyder is back with his wild obsession INDIAN RIVER FRUIT & GIFT BASKET Famous CAYO COSTA ISLAND Something to say? Daily aboard The Andy Rosse of Republican bashing. This time he resorts to the .» 472-5300 distortion of ancient history, events that hardly any- THE SANIBEL-CAPTIVA ISLANDER welcomes letters to the editor. Each letter for publication must contain the writer's name, 00 OFF UPS McCarthy's Marina & . y jjjf Cottages Downtown Capttva one around today can relate to. I guess he needs the relief of that, as the current history of the Democratic address and phone number for verification. The right to edit letters is reserved by the editor. 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Nov. 22.1994 THE ISLANDER 13 CALENDAR TUESDAY, Line dancing — No partners needed to enjoy Children's Art — At BIG Arts, Marjorie Bronsted MONDAY, "Step" In Shape — Marie Maiiloux's low impact NOV. 22 country/western line dancing with Island Seniors' in- conducts two separate classes: for 6 to 8 year olds Nature cruise — Sanibel-Captiva Conservation from 9 to 10:30 a.m., and for 9 to 12 year olds from exercise class for all levels and ages will be held at Foundation's one-hour natural history boat cruise Beginning Tap — Joy Schein's course for begin- structor David Bennett. Beginners at 1 p.m., ad- NOV. 28 vanced at 1:30 p.m. at Sanibel Community Center. 10:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. $10 per single session (No Nature cruise — Sanibel-Captiva Conservation 9 a.m. at the Sanibel Rec Center. $2 donation aboard Captiva Cruises' Lady Chadwick, departs at ners at BIG Arts runs from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. at the Wear loose, comfortable clothing. $1 for members; class Nov. 26). Call 395-0900 for information. Foundation's one-hour natural history boat cruise requested/free babysitting available. Call 395-2543 4 p.m. from South Seas Plantation on Captiva. center. Call 3950900. $3 for non-members. Call 472-5743. aboard Captiva Cruises' Lady Chadwick, departs at for information. Please call South Seas at 472-5300 for additional 4 p.m. from South Seas Plantation on Captiva. information about the cruise or for reservations for 'Walk In the Wetlands' — Exploratory trips through "Step" in Shape — Marie Maiiloux's low impact exercise class for all levels and ages will be held at Please call 472-5300 for additional information or Paint Along — Carol Hagerman's course at BIG your trip. the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation are Pastels — Marianne Randell's course at BIG Arts continues at 1 p.m. $13 per session. Call 395-0900 9 a.m. at the Sanibel Rec Center. $2 donation reservations. Arts begins at 10 a.m. $12.50 per session. Call 395- offered starting at 8:30 a.m. Meet at the foundation. for information. requested/free babysitting available. Call 395-2543 0900. Life Drawing — Gale Bennett's new course with a for information. Introduction to Fashion Design — Jane Hale's live model at BIG Arts begins at 7:30 p.m. $50 for "Step" In Shape — Marie Maiiloux's low impact Nature cruise — Sanibel-Captiva Conservation course at BIG Arts meets from 6 to 9 p.m. $12.50 Caregivers — FISH-sponsored support group the series; $12.50 per session. Call 395-0900 to exercise class for all levels and ages will be held at Foundation's one-hour natural history boat cruise lyengar Yoga — Pamela Wortzel's course at BIG per session. Please call 395-0900 for additional meets at 10 a.m. at the home of Topper Schram on register or for additional information about the BIG 9 a.m. at the Sanibel Rec Center. $2 donation aboard Captiva Cruises' Lady Chadwick, departs at Arts begins at 9:30 a.m. The cost for the series is information. Bunting Lane. Call Topper at 395-0130 or FISH at Arts course. requested/free babysitting available. Call 395-2543 4 p.m. from South Seas Plantation on Captiva. $48 or $10 per session. Call 395-0900. 472-0404 for information. for information. Please call 472-5300 for additional information or AA — Open discussion meeting at 6:30 p.m. at Sanibel-Captiva Shell Club — Island group meets reservations. Water aerobics — The pool at the Rec Center on Captiva Community Center on Chapin Lane on BODYWALK — Sanibel Fitness Center program at 8 p.m. at the Sanibel Community Center. Light Paint Along — Carol Hagerman's course at BIG San-Cap Road is reserved for an Island Seniors Captiva. runs from 10:30 to 12:30 p.m. Free to members; $3 refreshments; public is invited. Call 472-4354 for Arts begins at 10 a.m. $12.50 per session. Call 395- All-Island Thanksgiving Eve Service — St. water aerobics program at 10 a.m. Call the Rec for non-members. Call 395-BODY. additional information about the Shell Club or its 0900. Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church-hosted Center at 472-0345 or Island Seniors at 472-5743. Duplicate Bridge — Joyce Truitt directs bridge meeting. service begins at 7:30 p.m. Open to all. Call 472- game at 7:30 p.m. $3 at the door. Call 472-2155 for GROW tour — Care & Rehabilitation of Wildlife Caregivers — FISH-sponsored support group 2173. Kripalu Yoga — Murari Brian Healey teaches additional information. offers lecture, video and guided tour at 11 a.m. AA — There is a closed discussion meeting at the meets at 10 a.m. at the home of Topper Schram on stress reduction and relaxation program from 10:30 Admission is $3; children under 12 free. Call 472- Sanibel Congregational United Church of Christ on Bunting Lane. Call Topper at 395-0130 or FISH at AA — Wednesday Women's group meets at 7:30 a.m. to noon at the Sanibel Fitness Center. $42 for TUESDAY, 3644. Periwinkle Way at 8 p.m. 472-0404 for information. p.m. at the Sanibel Congregational Church. six classes or $10 for single session. Call 395-1787. NOV. 29 BODYWALK — Sanibel Fitness Center program Mammography Unit — The Southwest Florida THURSDAY, Arthritis Water Exercise — Class meets at the Regional Medical Center's mobile mammography runs from 10:30 to 12:30 p.m. Free to members; $3 Sanibel Rec Center pool at 11 a.m. Call Coby at for non-members. Call 395-BODY. Nov. 24 return to Sanibel. Appointments are necessary. For Thanksgiving Day 472-0345 for information. more information or to schedule a time, call 939- Self improvement — 'Twelve Steps for Everyone" 8678. CROW tour — Care & Rehabilitation of Wildlife Nature cruise — Sanibel-Captiva Conservation offers lecture, video and guided tour at 11 a.m. meets at 11 a.m. at Sanibel Community Church. Call 472-2684 for information. Foundation's one-hour natural history boat cruise Beginning Tap — Joy Schein's course for begin- Admission is $3; children under 12 free. Call 472- aboard Captiva Cruises' Lady Chadwick, departs at 3644. ners at BIG Arts runs from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. at the AA — Closed men's discussion meeting at Sanibel 4 p.m. from South Seas Plantation on Captiva. center. Call 3950900. Congregational United Church of Christ at noon. Please call 472-5300 for additional information or Nature cruise — Sanibel-Captiva Conservation reservations. 'Walk in the Wetlands' — Exploratory trips through Foundation's one-hour natural history boat cruise AA — Open meeting, 11th step discussion, is held the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation are aboard Captiva Cruises' Lady Chadwick, departs at at 6:30 p.m. at Sanibel Community Church. SUNDAY, offered starting at 8:30 a.m. Meet at the foundation merits is hoorv 7"HUR§DAY prior to Tuesday's pubiiGatiori. 1 4 p.m. from South Seas Plantation on Captiva. prior to the walk. Please call 472-5300 for additional information or NOV. 27 reservations. FRIDAY, CROW tour — Care & Rehabilitation of Wildlife NOV. 25 offers lecture, video and guided tour at 1 p..m. Life Drawing — Gale Bennett's course with a live Rotary — Island club meets for breakfast at 7:30 Admission is $3; children under 12 free. Call 472- model at BIG Arts begins at 7:30 p.m. $12.50 per a.m. at the Hungry Heron restaurant. Visiting 3644. What's Playing Nov. 22 to Nov. 29 session. Call 395-0900 to register. Rotarians welcome. Call 395-0512. Nature cruise — Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Advanced Tap — Merle Rauscher's class at BIG Foundation's one-hour natural history boat cruise SANIBEL & CAPTiVA island Cinema Broadway Palm Dinner Theater AA — Closed discussion meeting at Sanibel Pirate Playhouse 525 Tarpon Bay Road 472-1703 1380 Colonial Blvd. 278-4422 Congregational United Church of Christ at 8 p.m. Arts runs from 8:15 to 9:30 a.m. Call 395-0900. aboard Captiva Cruises' Lady Chadwick, departs at 4 p.m. from South Seas Plantation on Captiva. 2200 Periwinkle Way 472-0005 A newly renovated two-theater complex & Opening Wednesday, Nov. 23, and playing until a Neil Simon's comedy The Sunshine Boys" fea- © "Interview with the Vampire - The Vampire Christmas, Dec. 25, will be "Whits Christmas WEDNESDAY, 'Walk in the Wetlands' — Exploratory trips through Please call 472-5300 for additional information or the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation begin reservations. tures Maurice Schlafer and James Walker plus a Chronicles" starring Tom Cruise. Rated R. Show Revue," an original-traditional Christmas revue for NOV. 23 at 8:30 a.m. Meet at the foundation. cast of island favorites. Regular performance times are 7 and 9:30 p.m. the entire family that celebrates the spirit of Kiwanls — Club members meet at 7:30 a.m. at Sanibel hams — Sanibel Emergency Radio schedule is Monday through Saturday at 8 p.m.; Christmas in song and dance.t Reserve now for Mulligan's restaurant at The Dunes. Visiting Kiwanis Drop-In — Island Seniors gather for coffee and Amateur Unit is on the air at 7:30 p.m. Sanibel fre- besi.fSi9fltfna.N,i'>\ii<«. .-f'i\*j.>d'.~",*'?» feav^ «•••** •*•*• welcome. Call 472-3127. conversation at the Sanibei City Center on Library quency: 146.79, pi of 173.8. Unit welcomes check- Way at 9:30 a.m. ins by visiting hams. Call Jerry Deutscher, KC4PTX, matinees are $"14. Subscri Tap Technique — Merle Rauscher's BIG Arts class at 472-5130. entire season are still available. runs from 8:15 to 9:15 a.m. at the center. Call 395- Memoir Writing Workshop — Marianne Dila 0900. Strickland's writing course meets from 10 a.m. untii Old Schoolhouse Theater • • * AA — Closed step meeting at 8 p.m. at St. Michael 1905 Periwinkle Way 472-6862 * - •• noon. Call Marianne at 395-2457 for location of and All Angels Episcopal Church on Sanibel. FORT MYERS Intermediate Tap — Merle Rauscher teaches meeting. • Limited return engagement (through Nov. 26) of •••• . . NAPLES J,T. Smith's highly successful "Stardust Memories"' Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall, course at BIG Arts from 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. Call 395- MONDAY, 8099 College Parkway 481-4849 ,. ' ' .Naples Philharmonic Center 0900. New World Disorder - A Clash of Civilization — opens the 1994/95 season. The performance 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd., 597-1900 NOV. 28 schedule is Monday through Saturday at 8 p.m.; a '!' ••: ' Coming attractions:' '- > . Duke Frederick's BIG Arts course runs from 10 a.m. • Howie Mande), an .entertaining evening with a • George Balanchine's "The Nutcracker," with 'Walk in the Wetlands' — Exploratory trips through to noon. $7 per session. Call 395-0900 for informa- Catholic women — St. Isabel Guild of Catholic matinee on Wednesday at 2 p.m.; and a sunset 'Miami City Ballet and The Naples Philharmonic Women meets at 9 a.m. in the church hall. matinee on Saturday at 4 p.m. Prices for evening unique stand-up comic, will be featured at 8 p.m., the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation are tion. Thursday, Dec. 1. Tickets are-$35 and $25. conducted by Keith Lockhart, will be performed offered starting at 8:30 a. m. Meet at the foundation. Members and guests welcome. Call 472-1092 for performances will be $19 and the two afternoon Wednesday, Nov. 23, 8 p.m.; Friday, Nov. 25, 2 information. performances will be $17.50. • "Evita," the colorful and passionate story of Arthritis Water Exercise — Class meets at the Argentine First Lady Eva Peron with an Andrew and 8 p.m.; Saturday, Nov. 26, 2 and 8 p.m.; and Sanibel Rec Center pool at 11 a.m. Call Coby at Note: There will be no performance on Sunday, Nov, 27,2 and 7 p.m. Tickets are $36. AA — Open step meeting at 8:30 a.m. at Sanibel Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 24, but an extra matinee Uoyd Webber score featuring "Don't Cry For Me Community Church. 472-0345 for information. Sculpture for Adults — Marjorie Bronsted's BIG has been added for Friday, Nov. 25, at 4 p.m. Argentina," will be performed at 8 p.m.. Friday, • Judy Collins "Both Sides Now" will be featured at Arts class runs from 9:30 a.m. until noon. $60 for Dec. 9. Tickets are $45, $35 and $30. series and supplies; single class $12.50. Call 395- Tickets are available but going fast. 8 p.m. Monday, Nov. 28. Tickets are $36. Current Events — BIG Arts-sponsored discussion CROW tour — Care & Rehabilitation of Wildlife offers lecture, video and guided tour at 11 a.m. 0900. group led by Hal Patinkin meets from 10 a.m. to Harborside Convention Center ' • The Woody Herman Orchestra will perform at 8 Admission is $3; children under 12 free. Call 472- BIG Arts Center 1373 Monroe St 334-4958 noon at the center. $3 a session. Call 395-0900 for 3644. 900 Dunlop Road 395-0900 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 29. Tickets are $25. information. Learning More About Yourself — BIG Arts class Coming attractions: under the direction of Jay Oberman runs from 10 Phillips and Founders Galleries; , • In January 1995, the Royal Lipizzaner Stallions, In the Philharmonic Galleries: Creative Writing — Annie Cook teaches course at a.m. until noon. $7 per session. Call 395-0900. • There will be new exhibits on view starting Mitzi Gaynor and her "All New Revue" then Skitch » The Annual Festival of Trees presented by Preschool Story Hour — Youngsters ages 2-5, BIG Arts from 1 to 4 p.m. $48 for the series; $10 per Wednesday, Nov. 23. The official opening recep- accompanied by a parent, will enjoy special stories Henderson and New York Pops will be appearing. Naples Philharmonic League to benefit the class. Call 395-0900. AA — Closed women's meeting at 10 a.m. at tion to meet and greet the artists will be from 4 to orchestra closes Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, at the Sanibel Public Library at 9:30 and 10:30 a.m. 6 pjn. Sunday, Nov. 27. Phillips Gallery's new Sanibei Congregational United Church of Christ. Arcade Theater Nov. 24. The hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. A special Call 472-2483. Nature cruise — Sanibel-Captiva Conservation exhibit will feature the multi-media sculpture of 2267 First St. 332-6736 family night will be featured tonight, Nov. 22, from Foundation's one-hour natural history boat cruise Shellcrafters workshop — Experienced or novice Mary and Lawrence Voytex. Founders Gallery will 6 to 8 p.m. Gallery admission is $4 for adults, $1 Moms' coffee — Moms and children under 5 may aboard Captiva Cruises' Lady Chadwick, departs at display the work of Pagan Irizarry and Leslie L. • Holiday Concert by the Palm Coast Youth join others at a mothers' coffee at 10:30 a.m., spon- shell workers meet at the SCA to create items for Symphony will be held at 7:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. for children (ages 6 to 12) and free for youngsters 4 p.m. from South Seas Plantation on Captiva March Shell Fair. Come for part of the day or the Neuman. The gallery hours are 1 to 4 p.m. daily. ages 5 and under. sored by Island Children's Co-op. Call Frankette Please call 472-5300 for additional information or 28. Admission Is free. Rinaldi at 472-8386 or Erika Pierce at 466-5692 for reservations. whole day. Call 472-2155 for information. « The BIG Arts "Great Musician Series" (Concert information. 111) Terry Waldo's "Sportin* House Review," an Clalbourne & Ned Foulds Theater Naples Dinner Theatre CROW tour — Care & Rehabilitation of Wildlife evening of bawdy songs, jazz, blues and ragtime, McGregor at Royal Palm Square 939-2787 1025 Piper Boulevard North 337-1101 Country Line Dancing — The American Legion offers lecture, video and guided tour at 11 a.m. CROW tour — Care & Rehabilitation of Wildlife Post #123 on Sanibel offers country line dancing will be presented Saturday, Nov, 26, at 8 p.m. Coming attraction: • Currently playing is Bob Goss and his Silver Admission is $3; children under 12 free. Call 472- Accompanying the Inimitable Terry Waldo are « Theater Conspiracy's production of Noel Sizzles, a fast-paced musical comedy production offers lecture, video and guided tour at 11 a.m. every Friday from 8 to 10 p.m. The free sessions 3644. Admission is $3; children under 12 free. Call 472- are under the direction of Sandra Dee. Contact the three incomparable performers: Ruth Brisbane, Coward's "Blithe Spirit" opens Friday, Dec. 1. The guaranteed to enchant, delight and entertain you 3644. legion at 472-9979. clarinetist Joe Muranyi and trumpeter Pete/ performance schedule is Dec. 1-4,8-11,15-18. Final performance Sunday, Nov. 27. Painting & Drawing A-Z II — Class taught by Gale Ecklund. Single seats are $19. Please remember - Men must wear jackets. A A — Open meeting at 8 p.m. at St. Michael and Bennett meets from 1-4 p.m. at BIG Arts, 900 Lee County Civic Center Writing with Annie Cook —• BIG Arts class runs Dunlop Road. $12.50 per session. Call 395-0900 for Coming attraction: from 1 to 4 p.m. $10 per class. Call 395-0900 for All Angels Episcopal Church. Sanibel Island Comedy Club 11831 Bayshore Rd., North Fort Myers information. 9 "Man of La Mancha" opens on Wednesday, Nov. information. Sanibel-Captiva Road 543-7469 SATURDAY, Loco's Island Grill and Cantlna 472-8833 • Country/western star Alan Jackson will perform 30 and runs through Jan. 27, 1995. This musical Friendship Bridge — Sanibel Congregational Bridge Lecture — Jean Scott's lecture series con- NOV. 26 « Opening Wednesday, Nov. 23, will be comedy In concert Thursday, Dec: 1. Tickets ($22.5p) can story of a dreamer - Miguel de Cervantes - has Church hosts weekly bridge game from 1:30 to 4 headliner Mike Rivera. Show time is 9 p.m., tinues at 1:30 p.m. at the Sanibel Community AA — Closed meeting at 9 a.m. at Captiva be obtained through, Ticketmaster outlets (287-, successfully played throughout the world. It boasts p.m. $2 per person. Call Gertrude Ford at 472- Wednesday through Sunday. ,\ V '', the hit tune The Impossible Dream/. Center. Call 472-2155. Community Center. 1770. 14 THE ISLANDER Tuesday. Nov. 22.1994 Tuesday. Nov. 22. 1994 THE ISLA NDER 15 vOO a IS continued from page 6 A report on what has happened, or is about a boater who's getting too close or driving too fast." The Marine Habitat Foundation is a non-for-profit education center will be open to the public on Dec. Thompson added that, while manatee-watching is corporation dedicated to rebuilding marine resource 10,1994. For more information, call 472-3558. a popular sport, feeding them is illegal. He said Burnt populations through nursery habitat enhancement and to happen at the BEG Arts Center on Sanibel Store residents, guests and boaters are made aware of clean water. Ostego Bay Marine Center news that and show a good deal of respect to the endan- The University of Florida's Whitney Laboratory, The Ostego Bay Marine Science Center on Fort By Frank Wagner works by the well-known area artisi, Myers beach will be offering exploratory trips Islander staff writer Mary Voytek. gered mammals. Center for Marine Gamefish Research, in St. This season a number of exciting The Marina and Country Club are located just Augustine, Fla., under the direction of Dr. William through Estero Bay in a kayak mangrove meander Her multi-media sculpture, whk. events have already occurred at south of Punta Gorda off of Burnt Store Road. E.S. Carr, is providing the redfish. These fish will be starting Nov. 16. The nature trips will be offered combines aluminum, brass, brouz^, studied by the research staff of the Marine Habitat Wednesday through Saturday, beginning at 9 a.m. and Sanibel's Barrier Island Group for the copper and gold leaf with brilliantly Marine Habitat Foundation Foundation to see how lab-spawned juvenile fish returning at 1 p.m. The cost is $35 per person, which Arts Center. Also, a wide variety of colored neon lights create spellbinding stock react when placed in differently structured includes kayak rental, all equipment, water, healthy appealing activities are about to hap- compositions of light and form. One of to receive 1,000 baby redfish snacks and instruction. The trips will be held by pen. Here's a peak forward and back ... T-. Tuesday, Nov. 15, 1,000 post-larval redfish, marine habitat environments. If these experiments are her major works in this exhibition will Cindy Bear and Frank Stapleton of Gulf Coast aboKi a quarter inch in size, were scheduled to arrive successful, it will be a major step forward in replen- be "Super Nova." It is a dramatic, at t.ie Marine Habitat Foundation Inc. on Sanibel. ishing local fish stocks that provide more fish for man Kayak. To contact Gulf Coast Kayak, call 283-1125. The Lark String Quartet open BIG multi-faceted composition which However, due to weather conditions on both coasts and the local wildlife that depend on these same The marine center is also offering voyages of dis- Arts "Great Musicians Series" depicts a star from the galaxy in its covery aboard the tall ship Island Rover. The Sail & brought about by the passing of Tropical Storm resources. A group of four talented female brightest hour. Learn Cruise will depart Saturdays Nov. 26 and Dec. Gordon, the arrival of the tiny fish was postponed The Marine Habitat Foundation Inc. is located at musicians, The Lark String Quartet was In the Founders Gallery you'll be until this week. 900 Tarpon Bay Road on Sanibel. The lab and a new 10, at 10 a.m., from the docks behind the center at the first stellar attraction of the BIG 718 Fisherman's Wharf, under the Matanzas Pass treated to the surreal-cubist paintings of Arts Great Musicians Series. The group Irrizary-Pagan, This Latin American Bridge on San Carlos Island at Fort Myers Beach. consisted of Eva Greuesser and For information or reservations, call the Island artist's paintings are about the fortunes continued from page 6 Jennifer Orchard (violinists), Anna Rover at 765-7447. and misfortunes of human existence. Kruger (viola), and Astrid Schween Sharing the Founders Gallery will be "They don't have any real predators now, except population because of the potential ibv the spread (cello). Leslie Neumann who uses wax to cloud us," he said. '"What about sterilization? Or is there of disease and inter-breeding with the native doves. The program opened with what I felt and obscure the viewer's journey into any other way to do it?" Tira Gardner issued a plea for help with the lake was an average performance of her transcendent landscapes. "This comes up every few years," said Erick watch and e. coli survey program. "This program Mozart's String Quartet in A Major. The opening reception to meet and The Sanibel Community Center's Duplicate The musicians' technique was never in Lindblad, committee chair. "We talk about it but will save citizens a lot of money when the National Bridge games continued Thursday, Nov. 17, with nine greet the artists will be on Sunday, Nov. question but a performance fervor was 27, from 4 to 6 p.m. never seem to do anything about it. We may have Pollution Discharge Elimination System is put in tables under the direction of Sterling Bassett. definitely missing. to start looking seriously at what methods of con- place in the near future. This is a federal program In North/South, Helen and George Hammes were The gallery hours are daily from 1 to Their second number, a String 4 p.m. trol other areas have used successfully." in which the feds will be looking at water bodies in first, followed by Pat Eichenlaub and Ruth Frank. Third went to Murr Mooney and Betty Ziegler. Quartet No. 2 by Alfred Schnittke, dis- Bird watchers in the group raised further alarms all cities and counties; if our program is already in Topping East/West were Norma and Frank Hagan. played the virtuosity and emotional New classes and workshops about the increase in numbers of the Eurasian col- place, it is conceivable that there will be fewer Ev Horton and Helen Quimby were second. Third involvement that had been described, Here are listings of new classes and lared dove and the need to control that non-native detailed guidelines laid down for Sanibel." went to Dorothy Suechting and Bill Cirrito. cheered and touted in all of their workshops beginning at BIG Arts. advance publicity. At the completion of Some are continuing, others are one- Monday night, Nov. 14, the three movements Andante, Agitato time-only. nine tables of Duplicate and Pesante, I was in complete agree- ® "An Evening of French Art" - A Bridge players were led ment with their acclaim and gold medal Exhibit to open presentation and slide show on French by Joyce Truitt. from the 1991 Shostakovich Inter- art by Arline P. Leven. Program In North/South, Bill national String Quartet Competition in Artist Mary Voytek is pictured above includes a lecture on French art of the Cirrito and George Russia's St. Petersburg. working In her studio. At right is one of second half of the 19th Century, a dis- Hammes were first, Elaine This string quartet by Schnittke is an her colorful creations. Voytek's work cussion of various French artists, a dis- will be featured in an exhibit at the and Herman Jass were incredibly difficult composition to per- Barrier Island Group for the Arts Center sertation on the differences between second and Norma Loos form. The changes in techniques, show starting this week. Impressionism and 19th Century and Ginny Reeves were moods, tempos, and harmonics are Realism, plus an exciting exploration third. hair-raising and, to say the least, trig- of the outgrowth of Post-Impressionism In East/West, Helen ger-fast. Each musician's concentration from the Impressionist Movement; and Preston Bassett came and complete involvement was Thursday, Dec. 15, from 7 to 9 p.m. in first, with Ruth Frank absolutely essential to the group's suc- The cost is $4. and John Porter second. cessful reading of this composition. • The Wet Approach to Watercolor - Third went to Helen Any minute error and one would have Demonstrations of the wet into wet Quimby and Ev Horton. no choice but put down the bow and techniques by instructor Anrte Kittel; start anew. Thursday, Dec. 8, from 9:30'&ffi>to:>3 Thursday's "Players of I have become quite taken with the p.m. the Month" for November The cost is $25. were Cindy Adams and work of this composer. My first aware- ness of his off-beat style of composi- ® "Color Creation Challenge" - Belle Lipsky (first), Helen Painting in color from black and white and George Hammes (sec- tion was at one of last year's BIG Arts concerts. The group played one of his photographs with instructor Phillip ond) and Ruth Frank Rasmusssen; Thursday, Dec. 15, from quartets after a short explanation by (third). incomparable performers will put on All new art show in 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. one of the musicians. Schnittke was some speed and turn on the heat with the Phillips and Founders Galleries The cost is $25. also featured in a program at the New their performance of bawdy songs, On Wednesday, Nov. 23, the third in ® Iyengar Style Yoga Classes (four- Arts Festival-in downtown Fort Myers jazz, blues and ragtime. a series of nine arts shows for the class series) - Yoga classes; Saturday this summer. Once again, only after a You'll hear music from the early 1994/95 season will open for your classes meet from 9:30 to 11 a.m. (Nov. short explanation. Here, a member of jazz masters Eubie Blake, Scott Joplin, enjoyment and enlightenment. 26 through Dec. 17). The Lark Quartet described "what was Jelly Roll Morton and W.C. Handy. In the Phillips Gallery you will find The cost is $12.50 per class, distinctive about Schnittke's methods of composing. Waldo is the original, complete entertainer. He will keep you in a con- Each performance of his work has stant state of enjoyment with his key- proven to be a fascinating, satisfying board pyrotechnics, wild and crazy and novel musical experience. vocal and his special brand of humor. Above Anhur Hill's majestic course at Tlie Sanctuary, looking toward Pine Island Sound After intermission the ladies played Appearing with him will be the Borodin's String Quartet No. 2. The vocalist who has a way with words, OPEN themes were lovely and very familiar. THANKSGIVING At times it sounded similar to a "pops" Ruth Brisbane. She has performed in chamber music concert version of many Broadway shows including "The DAY Wiz" and "Raisin." Plus, clarinetist Joe 6:30 a.m - 10:30 p.m. "Kismet." Serving Tlianksgiuing Dinner It was performed with fine technical Muranyi, who played with Louis For Carry Out In Deli Armstrong Band for more than 10 Turkey with Dressing, Mashed skills and genuine feeling. Potatoes, Vegetable, A large group of music lovers was years, will also be on hand. And you'll Cranberry Sauce and Rolls. assembled in the Phillips Gallery at the also enjoy the fabulous trumpet sounds Tmmf^ Wm IW% Omi LIQUOR BIG Arts Center. They gave the four of Peter Ecklund. Complete Liquor & Wine Selections From Around the World. Coldest talented ladies a genuinely appreciative All of this is neatly packaged in the Beer on the Island, The challenge of an Arthur HiJIs-designed course. Imported Cigars round of applause. There was no "Sportin' House Review" which had a The romance of an island hideaway. encore. long run last year in New York City's famed Michael's Pub. The casual elegance of an intimate club. Terry Waldo's Tickets for the concert can be pur- The privileges of equity ownership. "Sportin' House Review" chased for $19 at the BIG Arts office, For resident members only. Put Saturday night, Nov. 26, on your 900 Dunlop Road, next to City Hall, The Sanctuary. What island golf was meant to be. entertainment calendar and mark it - and at Bailey's General Store, !ve Macintosh Books and the Island Book Huxters Plaza Jr and lively! Something special! Homesites from $295,900. Lumr>< condominium residences from $485,000. Appointment suggested. Tour of private club and model homes daily 1201-1203-1207 Periwinkle Way D°n't miss it! Nook. Dell 472-6908 . Liquor 472-3333 Sanctuary Realty Services, Lid., licensed real estate broker. 800-725-4222. 813-472-4222. Broker participation welcome. Prices and plans subject to change without notice K Market 472-2151 mm On that night, in the Phillips Gallery, For further information, please call Void where prohibited by law. Equal housing opportunity. Carlton-Naumam Homes • Frey & Son Homes - Walter Group - 24K Homes - Waldrop Homes. •i We Accept Che-rks Vffi" M Tuke Ihe causeway to Periwinkle Way, turn right to SanibelJCupliva Road. Co Jive miles to Wulferl Rtmcl. Follow signs to entrance. Limited Home Delivery Terry Waldo and his company of three 395-0900. i Tuesday. Mov. 22. 1994 THE ISLANDER 17 Chadwick's plans special Big Band Dinner Classic Tuesday, How many of you are jazz fans? If so, you are in into 2-inch sections 16 Nov. 22,1994 for a big treat. On Dec. 10, at 6:30 p.m., Chadwick's 3 medium onions, peeled and cut into quarters Arts Leisure Restaurant at South Seas Plantation is presenting a WHAT'S 1 cup pitted prunes Big Band Dinner Classic. 1 tablespoon corn starch The music will be by the 16-piece band, "The 2 tablespoons water Townsmen," and will be led by the well-known saxo- C-OOKING? Salt and pepper phonist. Stan Spiro. If you are a Duke Ellington, Glen U"& By Bobbie Sharp Preheat the oven to 300. Take a large oven-proof To buy, or not to Miller or Chuck Corea fan, this event is a must. casserole that is big enough to hold the beef flat. Turn The evening starts out with two cocktails (enough the burner on high and place the pan on it. When the to get you right in the mood), then comes an appetizer talk everyday food, beef brisket. How "homey" can pan is hot, sear the meat on both sides. Put in the zest, and salad. These are served at your table. From then juice and stock. Bring it to a boil, cover it and place it buy? That was on, it's help yourself to a marvelous assortment of you be. But just because it's "homey" does not mean it's not delicious. You do not have to be fancy to have in the oven for 11/2 hours. Remove it from oven entrees, etc. This is followed by desserts which are (you can stop right now and refrigerate until the next created by the best pastry chef in this area, Mike an excellent dish. w \»|