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VOL. 14, NO. 13 From the Beaches to the River District downtown Fort Myers APRIL 3, 2015 Symphony Presents Classic Country: A Salute To Dolly & Patsy April 3-4
Previous Future of Art exhibition shown at The Alliance Chelsea Packard Sam Pacetti Elementary And Middle School he Southwest Florida Symphony will present the next concert in its Pops Art Students Exhibit At The Alliance Series, Classic Country: A Salute to Dolly & Patsy, on Friday, April 3 and TSaturday, April 4 at 8 p.m. Conducted by local favorite Leif Bjaland, A Salute rtworks created by elementary and middle school art students in Lee County are to Dolly & Patsy features great traditional country music made famous by Grand Ole currently gracing the gallery walls at the Alliance for the Arts. This 23rd annual Opry stars Dolly Parton, Patsy Cline, Johnny Cash and others. Apartnership with the Lee Arts Educators Association (LAEA) gives students a “Orchestral instruments have been an integral part of country music,” said Maestro chance to display their work in a formal exhibition. The show features more than 40 continued on page 32 continued on page 32
Upcoming Events At Edison Ford ew at the Edison Ford Winter Estates is Meet the NHorticulturalist, a free daily pro- gram at 9:30 a.m. Meet in the Garden Shoppe. Participants may bring questions or even dying plants. The Propagating Nursery, the Member and Community Plot Garden and the Garden Shoppe are part of the program. Learn what can Founding Females of Fort Myers Art Exhibit Garden Talk: Improving Your Florida Soil grow in a pot or a plot. Get advice from continues through May with Easy Gardening Techniques The Thunderbird Exhibition the experts about soil, watering and prun- combined. called, will be displayed on the historic, antique car collection of Edison Ford. The ing. Group lectures may be scheduled and riverside property of Henry Ford. Owners event includes: See the newly expanded Garden can include refreshments or lunch. To will be on hand to visit with guests and – “Henry and Clara Ford” leading Shoppe and what flowers are in bloom schedule a group tour or for more infor- answer questions. informal tours throughout the event and for sale. Let the horticulturalist help mation, call 334-7419. The Ford Thunderbird lives on in the – Thunderbird Car Talks you choose what is best for your yard or • KIDding Around is planned for April hearts of so many people, in the garages – Everglades BBQ for purchase at the vegetable plot, and if you have time, join 4 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Bell Tower of collectors and in the memories of mil- Ford Cottage Lawn a full garden tour every Wednesday and Shops, Fort Myers. It includes free chil- lions. At one of the most beautiful sites in – Live Music with The Flashback Duo Saturday at 10:30 a.m. for an additional dren’s activities. “Professor Pearce” will Fort Myers, this is a fitting tribute to the Thunderbird owners can register cost. be making the popular “slime.” There is legacy of the American automobile and their cars for this special show by calling Other events: always something new to experience at Henry Ford. Leeanne Criswell at 334-7419. There is • The Founding Females Art Exhibit this event. Other activities on-site include The history of the Thunderbird has no fee for registration. will continues through May 28. It opened a bounce house, face-painting, refresh- included two-seaters, roadsters, convert- Admission is free for members, $20 in February in the Edison Caretaker’s ments and musical fun. The Edison Ford ibles and four-door models, hardtops and for adults and $11 for children and House and has been well attended. It not Shoppe at Bell Tower carries educational sedans, more than four million of them. includes an audio tour, admission to only captures the unique attributes, which toys and books for young readers. Over the years there have been several see the homes, gardens, laboratory and these “pioneer women” brought to the • A Ford Thunderbird Exhibition is also different models, but the nostalgia has museum. community, but also presents the works planned for April 4, from 10 a.m. to 2 never waned. • Garden Talk: Improving Your Florida of a well-established group of artists. The p.m. at the Edison Ford Winter Estates. A portion of the proceeds from the Soil with Easy Gardening Techniques will result is a history exhibit and an art exhibit Thunderbirds, or T-Birds, as they are show will benefit the restoration of the continued on page 18 2 THE RIVER - APRIL 3, 2015 Historic Downtown Fort Myers, Then And Now: Half A Century At Five Points by Gerri Reaves, PhD he Liberty National Life Insurance Company building pic- tured here was built on McGregor Boulevard during the T1960s, a decade of major upheaval for Five Points. Now the half-century-old structure is being made “new” again and repurposed for today’s downtown. If you don’t recognize the name Five Points, it’s probably because the name is used infrequently except by Fort Myers natives and history buffs. Today, the complicated multi-level traffic intersection on the western edge of the main business is usually referred to as the Caloosahatchee Bridge overpass rather than Five Points. But the intersection wasn’t always the network of lanes it now is, nor was it quite so daunting to pedestrians and motorists alike. A glance at early maps and photos will show that Five Points was at first the convergence of only four streets: Cleveland Avenue; Main (originally called Oak); Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard (originally Anderson Avenue); and McGregor Boulevard (originally named Riverside Drive). Only after the construction of Carson Street at the river in the early 20th century Five years ago, the former Liberty National Life Insurance Company at Five Points was va- did the intersection become five-way. cant. Reflected in windows of the 1966 building from across McGregor Boulevard is the 1885 For many years, the Tootie McGregor Terry memorial fountain at the middle of William Towles House, now a law office. Five Points, placed there a century ago, lent coherence and picturesqueness to the busy intersection. That fountain was not only a landmark but a convenient reference point in giving directions. The fountain’s removal in the 1950s, along with the subsequent clearing of neighborhoods for the construction of the Caloosahatchee Bridge, which was com- pleted in 1964, changed Five Points forever. (The restored fountain is now located at the Fort Myers County Club farther south on McGregor.) The one-story brick Liberty National building, constructed in 1966, was part of that disassembling and reassembling of process that began more than half a century ago. It was an insurance office for nearly four decades. Then an engineering firm oc- cupied it briefly, but for several years now it has been vacant. And, the neighborhood around it has changed significantly, with street widening, building demolitions, the disappearance of residential housing, and an increase in traffic. The former Liberty National is being reinvented as a veterinary clinic. This “recycling” or adaptive reuse of a structure – versus demolition – is a wise use of resources and a principle of historic preservation and sensible redevelopment. The building joins an impressive list of older Five Point structures that also have been preserved, renovated and adapted for a new purpose. Across McGregor stand the impressive 1885 William Towles house and the 1941 former Christian Science Church, both now law offices. Today, the 58-foot-high lanes of the Caloosahatchee Bridge sail above the historic intersection, casting shadows on the paths where ox carts, bicycles, march- ing bands and Model-Ts once traveled, and dogs and horses drank from a marble fountain. Walk down to Five Points and contemplate the dramatic changes that sheer automobile traffic has dictated in historic downtown -- and appreciate the efforts of those who make old buildings new again. Then visit the Southwest Florida Museum of History at 2031Jackson Street to learn more about the changes the mid-twentieth century brought to that part of town. The former insurance building shaded by old oak trees is being renovated and will start its second half-century as a veterinary clinic continued on page 4 photos by Gerri Reaves
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Reservations may be made at mother and son, were among Featured speaker will be Ita Neymotin, appointed by Governor Rick Scott in [email protected] or by calling K300 individuals receiving free 573-6913. Cost is $18 inclusive. Checks 2011 as Counsel for the Second District bicycle helmets, compliments of or cash only accepted at the door. the Pilot Club of Fort Myers, during Court of Appeals. Also a board member the March 21 Reading Festival in Centennial Park. The Walkers are Lehigh Acres residents and Keenan attends Varsity Lakes Middle Cape Coral Police Chief To Speak School. Other recipients were Deangelos At Monthly MOAA Meeting April 11 and Michaelangelo Rios. ape Coral Police Chief Bart Connelly will be the guest speaker at the monthly The helmets are fitted to each breakfast beeting of the Calusa Chapter of the Military Officers Association person and safety information is Cof America on Saturday, April 11. The 9 a.m. meeting will be held at Gulf provided about wearing them any Coast Village, 1333 Santa Barbara Blvd. in Cape Coral. All military officers and time the individual is on “wheels.” spouses are invited to attend. The Pilot Club distributes approxi- Connelly will discuss current activities within the Cape Coral Police Department. A mately 1,000 helmets during several question-and-answer session will follow his prepared remarks. events each year. The cost for the buffet breakfast is $10 per person, payable at the door. The focus of the Pilot Club of Kirsten and Keenan Walker Reservations may be made by contacting Dixie Buick at 945-5030. Fort Myers is helping organizations The Calusa Chapter is inviting the public to attend its Hootchie-Cootchie Dinner seeking to improve the quality of life Dance on Saturday, April 18. The event will be held at the German-American Club, for individuals with brain-related disorders through volunteer activities, education and 2101 Pine Island Road SW in Cape Coral, beginning at 5 p.m., with a dinner buffet financial support. For more information about the Pilot Club, contact the president, starting at 6:30 p.m. A cash bar will be available from 5 to 11 p.m. Entertainment will Linda Hessler, at 332-0971 or email [email protected]. be provided from 7:30 to 11 p.m. Casual dress attire is recommended. The cost is $25 per person. All proceeds support local veterans and JROTC scholarships. Tickets and additional information are available by calling Bob Saldarini at 549-2339. The Military Officers Association of America is a national organization represent- ing the interests of the military. Florida is the third largest state of membership. Information about the Calusa Chapter of MOAA may be obtained by contacting the Calusa Chapter President Nick Hubbell at 240-381-3975. Membership information may be obtained by contacting Tim Cook at 945-6155. Chinese & Japanese Cuisine From page 2 more than a century ago. The all-volunteer non-profit organi- OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Five Points zation is located at 10091 McGregor Mon-Thurs 11am - 10pm Call 321-7430 for information, or Boulevard on the campus of the Lee go to museumofhistory.org. Hours are County Alliance for the Arts. Hours are Fri-Sat 11am - 11pm . Sun 12pm - 9pm 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday through Wednesday and Saturday between 9 www. ichiban-sushi-chinese.com Saturday. a.m. and noon and Wednesday 4 to 7 Then head south from Five Points p.m. Call 939-4044 for more informa- Downtown Fort Myers (Post Office Arcade - Next to Hotel Indigo) to the Southwest Florida Historical tion. Society’s research center, where you Sources: Archives of the Southwest 1520 Broadway For Takeout & Delivery Tel: 334-6991 can see photos of the intersection from Florida Historical Society. THE RIVER - APRIL 3, 2015 5 cruise courtesy of Captiva Cruises for up to 20 guests with gourmet hors d’oeuvres; Inaugural Blues By The Bay and wine and dinner for eight guests in the winning bidder’s home created by top local chef Brian Roland of Crave Culinaire. Also featured will be a fishing excursion and a Fundraiser Is Tuesday, April 7 year membership to The Blue Coyote Club of Fort Myers. he Heights Foundation announced that Lily & Co. Jewelers is the title spon- All proceeds will benefit the School Success programs for at-risk children in the sor for the inaugural Blues by the Bay, an evening of live music, food and Harlem Heights neighborhood in Fort Myers. Additional sponsors include Comcast, Tdrinks, which will be held Tuesday, April 7 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the RE/MAX of the Islands, The Sanibel-Captiva Islander/Island Reporter and Stilwell waterfront Sanibel home of Sandy Stilwell. Guests will taste samplings from some Enterprises. Additional sponsorship opportunities are available. of Sanibel and Captiva’s finest restaurants including Blue Coyote Supper Club, “We are appreciative of the commitment Lily & Co. has made to support the Cantina Captiva, Keylime Bistro, Sanibel Catering Company by Bailey’s, SS children of our community,” said Kathryn Kelly, president and CEO of The Heights Hookers and The Timbers. Fine wines and a signature Blue Bay Martini will be Foundation. “Our School Success program includes academic tutoring, after school served courtesy of E&J Gallo Winery. The champagne sponsor is The Lighthouse and summer camp programs, scholarship and college access assistance, school sup- Resort & Tiki Bar. Live music will be provided by The Marty Stokes Band, and Lori plies and tuition support. Each program is geared to meet the specific needs of chil- and Randy Thomas with Rob Robinson. Dress is resort casual. dren and young adults who seek to further their education.” Guests will have the opportunity to bid on auction lots including a $5,000 gift “Lily & Co. is thrilled to be the title sponsor for Blues by the Bay,” said Dan certificate to Lily & Co. Jewelers; A Lux Life package including a week in a premium Schuyler, co-owner of Lily & Co. “The Lily & Co. family believes in giving back to our Jaguar courtesy of Jaguar Land Rover of Fort Myers, $1,250 in designer clothing community and we support the important work of The Heights Foundation.” and a $1,000 premium jewelry gift certificate; a Sanibel-Captiva staycation showcase Tickets are on sale for $125 each and space is limited. Sponsorships with exclusive featuring lodging, meals and golf at some of the best the islands have to offer; a sunset benefits are also available. Purchase tickets at www.heightsfoundation.org/blues or call Laurie Stanley at 482-7706. Capitol Building in Tallahassee on April 22. Book also will be spending time with clini- Sexual Abuse Survivor Completes cians and “residents” at the Florida Civil Commitment Center, which houses the state’s most dangerous sexually violent predators. The walk’s 42 days symbolize the 42 mil- Lee County Leg Of 1,500-Mile Walk lion people affected by child sexual abuse in the U.S. April is National Sexual Assault Awareness Month and also National Child Abuse Prevention Month. On the eve of the 6th annual Walk in My Shoes event, the Lauren’s Kids founda- tion provided Florida legislators with a detailed research study that documents the dras- tic effects of child sexual abuse on Florida taxpayers. This year, Book supports legislation that would allow secret recordings of abusers in court and would create mandatory supervision for violent offenders. She also supports extending the statute of limitations from four to 10 years for victims 16 or older and requiring any state university or Florida College System institution to implement and administer various sexual assault prevention, education and training initiatives. In 2014, the organization supported legislation that made Florida the harshest state for sex offenders in America. Book’s Safer, Smarter Kids curriculum, developed at the direction of the Florida Legislature, is currently in 16,000 pre-K and Kindergarten classrooms, and was expanded to grades 1st through 3rd this school year through Teachers’ Institutes. The 4th through 12th grade curricula are to be released in the 2015-16 school year.. For more information, visit laurenskids.org. Lauren Book greets children at a St. Petersburg school hild sexual abuse survivor, educator and internationally-recognized advocate Lauren Book recently completed the Lee County portion of her 1,500-mile Cwalk across Florida to spread awareness about child sexual abuse, help sur- vivors heal and support legislation that protects Florida’s children. Throughout the state, Book’s organization Lauren’s Kids has spread a message of hope and healing to victims of sexual abuse and has worked to educate communities about their role in abuse prevention. Armed with the knowledge that 95 percent of sexual abuse is preventable with education and awareness, Book is on a mission to shine light on the dark issue of abuse in Florida. The Walk In My Shoes campaign calls on survivors, their families, and passionate community members to walk across Florida in the name of protecting childhood. “I am working to create a culture of safety. To truly end the epidemic of childhood sexual abuse, we need to stop hiding from it and start talking about it,” Book said. “We must teach our children about personal safety from a place of fun, not fear -- and empower them to seek help in situations that make them feel unsafe or uncomfortable -- and we need to educate adults to recognize the signs of sexual abuse and the traps predators set.” The Lee County leg of the 1,500-mile journey began March 29 from the Children’s Advocacy Center of Southwest Florida to Hunter Park, where Spring Fling in the Park Seller, you can choose your title company! was held that same day. Book was joined by hundreds of supporters, including survi- We will meet or beat any Title Quote. vors, their families and passionate community members. We provide the personal attention and “We are so proud to host the walk for the sixth year in a row,” said Carrie Root, service that you deserve! executive assistant at the Children’s Advocacy Center of Southwest Florida. “What Meet our Closing Team: Nicole Naumann and Samantha Baker Lauren does is so important and amazing. We need people like her – people who are so dedicated and passionate about their cause.” Located across from Gulf Harbour The walk will be documented through frequent blog posts, YouTube videos and a 15065 McGregor Blvd, Ste 104, Fort Myers photo gallery that, in years past, has generated hundreds of thousands of web visitors and thousands of followers on Facebook and Twitter. Phone: 239.267.9000 • Fax: 239.267.9300 The walk will continue to zig-zag across the state, ending on the steps of the Online: www.NaumannLawPA.com and www.RealtyClosings.com 6 THE RIVER - APRIL 3, 2015 Calendar Girls Visit All Star Derby Day Celebration At The Pier uardian Ad Litem Foundation- 20th Judicial Circuit will hold its Ginaugural Derby Day Celebration on Saturday, May 2 from 5 to 9 p.m. at the Fort Myers City Pier, 1300 Hendry Street. Share the splendor of the 141st run- ning of the Kentucky Derby with live entertainment, contests and a night of Las Vegas-style gaming. Watch the last race of the Kentucky Derby on a large screen at 6:21 p.m. Guests will have a chance to predict The Calendar Girls performed at the Foundation for the Developmentally Disabled All Star Baseball Awards Picnic the winner and win a chance to split one-half of the race pot with the char- ity. The evening will include guessing the winner of six additional horse races as well as playing blackjack, slots and poker, all for prize opportunities. A Derby Hat contest, food, drink and a Dixieland band will round out the eve- ning. There is also a rumor that Elvis will be in the building. The fundraiser will benefit Guardian ad Litem Program of the 20th Judicial Circuit of Florida – Lee, Glades, Hendry, Charlotte and Collier Counties. The program recruits and trains vol- unteer child advocates who are paired with an attorney and an advocacy coor- dinator for the purpose of representing abused, neglected and abandoned chil- dren in court, school, the child welfare The Calendar Girls with some of the players system and the community. he Calendar Girls scored a “home For more information on how The General admission tickets and ticket run” performing at the Foundation Calendar Girls can knock your next event Read us online at packages in which patrons are given Tfor the Developmentally Disabled out of the park, go to www.calendargirls- the opportunity to name a horse are All Star Baseball Awards Picnic on florida.com or 850-6010. IslandSunNews.com available online at www.voicesforkids. March 28 in Collier County. org/viva-la-derby. If you are interested in becoming a sponsor, contact Terry Brennen, development director, at [email protected]. Hortoons As a United Way partner, the founda- tion’s goal is to raise funds necessary to ensure every child in the dependency system has a qualified volunteer advo- cate, and all volunteers are trained and certified. MOAA Meeting At Crown Colony he next meeting of the Lee Coast Chapter of MOAA (Military TOfficers Association or America) will be held at Crown Colony Golf and Country Club at 5:45 p.m. Monday, April 13. The speaker will be Johathan Helmreich, professor of European and Russian history, Allegheny College Former, retired or active duty uni- formed officers who are interested in joining MOAA should contact Brian Boyd at 314-359-0625 for membership information. THE RIVER - APRIL 3, 2015 7 Rotary Club Supports Worthy Causes Rotary Club of Fort Myers partnered with Fort Myers Sunshine Rotary Club to help sup- port the Imaginarium Science Center’s educational mission. From left: David Gallentine of Sunrise; Fort Myers South President Rebecca Goff; Imaginarium Director Matt Johnson; Jonathan Romine of Fort Myers South; and John McGowan of Sunrise Fort Myers South President Rebecca Goff, ECHO advocate Pam Rambo and Stan Doerr, ECHO’s president/CEO he Rotary Club of Fort Myers South recently presented donations to some local not-for-profit organizations. The motto of Rotary International is Service TAbove Self, and Fort Myers South is an exceptionally active chapter that pools Wanderlust Travel Extravaganza its resources to support community-building organizations. It recently presented checks to The Imaginarium Science Center, ECHO and Meals of Hope. Promises Fun, Food And Libations njoy food prepared by area chefs, fine wine and crafted cocktails plus a host of tantalizing travel packages at the 26th annual Wanderlust Travel Extravaganza, Ea fundraiser that benefits the Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) School of Resort and Hospitality Management. The event, set for 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 11, will take place in Sugden Hall on the FGCU campus and is planned and carried out by students from the School of Resort and Hospitality Management. Proceeds from the event are used for scholarships for deserving students, operation of the school’s Spa Lab and for resources for a variety of classes, helping to train stu- dents to become the future leaders of the hospitality industry. There will be silent and live auctions of travel-related packages, including golf four- somes at top Southwest Florida golf courses, fine wines and hotel stays in establish- ments near and far. One of the most popular items each year is the four-year FGCU tuition provided by President Wilson G. Bradshaw’s office. Food stations featuring a variety of goodies will be provided by SS Hookers, the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point as well as resort and hospitality management students led by Chef James Fraser. There will be wine and a signature drink for the festive eve- ning with a western theme. Tickets are $150 each. For further information, visit www.fgcu.edu/wanderlust or contact Scott Lee at [email protected] or Alana Martin at [email protected]. David Seitz and Meals of Hope’s Founder and Executive Director Stephen Popper ĆēĉĞǯĘ “Ich spreche Deutsch” Meals on Wheels Driver of the Year – ĚęĔĊĕĆĎė Volunteer John Walsh Fort Myers Beach Service that Speaks for Itself Volunteer Spirit Award – Cathy Appreciation Komatz and Claudette O’Connor Art Association ͳͳͻͳĆēĆėđĔĘđěĉ ĔėęĞĊėĘǡ ͵͵ͻͲͺ “In the 30 years we have been serving he Fort Myers Beach Art Receptions our neighbors in need, countless volun- Association will have two new ommunity Cooperative honored teer hours have assisted in facilitating Tshows running March 28 until ĎĝĊĉĎČčęęčĊ ĎėĘęĎĒĊǨ hundreds of its volunteers and the programs we provide to our clients,” April 9. OPEN MON-FRI 9AM - 5:30PM Cpresented several awards at the added Galloway. “Our Meals on Wheels The association’s Studio I is currently SAT & SUN: BY APPT. Volunteer Appreciation Reception, held delivery volunteers have driven over featuring a show called Anything Goes, on March 26 at The Crowne Plaza in 100,000 miles in the past year, deliver- in addition to the usual art offerings. It Fort Myers. ing over 100,000 meals to our custom- includes photography, sculpture and, for “We are lucky enough to have some ers. The 1,200 dedicated volunteers at the first time, computer-generated art. of the most dedicated volunteers here at Community Cooperative donated over Studio II has a show featuring art using Community Cooperative. They contrib- 54,000 hours of their time in 2014.” the pastel medium. Both shows will con- ute countless hours of their time without Community Cooperative is an innova- tinue until April 9. ever asking for anything in return,” said tive nonprofit 501(c) 3 organization made For more information, call 463-3909 Tracey Galloway, CEO of Community up of social service entrepreneurs fight- or stop by the Fort Myers Beach Art Cooperative. ing to end homelessness and hunger in Association gallery located at Donora and Award recipients included: our community. The agency serves Fort Shell Mound boulevards. Rising Star – Jeanne Varney Myers and the greater Lee County area, The gallery summer hours, beginning Group Volunteers of the Year – Next including Bonita Springs, Cape Coral, April 9, are Wednesday and Thursday Level Church Lehigh Acres and Fort Myers Beach. from 9 a.m. until noon. Visit www.fort- Community Cooperative works in close 239-267-2556 Volunteers of the Year – Carolyn and myersbeachart.com for further informa- www.RandysAutoRepairLLC.com • lic no. MV 81675 John Smith continued on page 11 tion. 8 THE RIVER - APRIL 3, 2015 Along The River Captiva Cruises Thursday Lecture Series continues through April. The company also offers the half-day Out-Island Cruise to Cabbage Key, Useppa Island, Boca Grande (pictured) or Cayo Costa along with dolphin and wildlife cruises, sunset cruises and shelling cruises. mation, call 489-2233. For waterfront dining on Fort Myers Beach, go to Nervous Nellie’s and meet the Easter Pelican. Nellie’s is serving a special Easter Sunday dinner from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Fort Myers Mayor Randy Henderson, second from left, at Banglafest 2012. The event With more than 100 menu items, you can reel in the largest selection of fresh sea- returns to the Alliance for the Arts campus on Sunday. Admission is free. food, prime steaks and delectable sandwiches. Catch fine spirits and get hooked on the beautiful waterfront atmosphere. Dine in air-conditioned comfort or outside on Nellie’s expansive waterfront patio. op on over to Sunshine Grille for brunch on Easter Sunday. The popu- Just upstairs from Nellie’s is Ugly’s Waterside Bar, the place where everyone lar restaurant is serving an Easter buffet from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Call ahead gets prettier, and happy hour is all day, every day. Go to www.nervousnellies.net for Hto make a reservation for parties of five or more. Prices are $29.99 per a complete schedule of its daily live entertainment, special events and coupons. Great adult, children six to 12 years of age are $12.99 and children five and under are food, good times and live music are always on the menu at Nellie’s and Ugly’s. free (limit two free children per adult). Nervous Nellie’s and Ugly’s are located at 1131 First Street, Fort Myers Beach in Sunshine Grille’s Easter buffet includes Belgian waffles, a made-to-order omelet sta- the historic Baywalk district. Parking for patrons is free whether you arrive by car or tion, prime rib roast with au jus, slow roasted leg of lamb with mint jelly, slow roasted boat. The GPS coordinates are 26”27’23.41” N • 81”57’15.18” W. For more infor- ham with brown sugar glaze, lobster mac and cheese, eggs Benedict, sausage, apple- mation, call 463-8077 or go to www.nervousnellies.net. wood bacon, fried potatoes, mashed potatoes, biscuits and gravy, Southern cheese On Sunday, April 5, the 4th annual Banglafest returns. Organized by Bangladeshi grits, assorted vegetables and salads, fresh fruit, yogurt, smoked salmon, bagels, crois- American Society of Southwest Florida, the event consists of cultural performances sant, Danishes and Sunshine Grille’s famous desserts. which showcase the heritage of the Indian republic. These include fashion displays fea- Sunshine Grille is located at 8700 Gladiolous Drive in Fort Myers. For more infor- turing cultural motifs as well as sharing the traditions in dressing and colorful lifestyle. A food fair brings the authentic taste and rich flavors of Bangladeshi cuisine to the community. The event presents the best of local talent who will perform songs, music, arts, dance and fashion shows. The main attraction is Bangladeshi renowned singer and Anima de Costa, known for her melodious voice. Antiques Memories Banglafest takes place from noon to 5:30 p.m. at the Lee County Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Boulevard in Fort Myers. There is no charge for admission free. For more information, contact Syed Elahi at 699-8397. Antiques Collectibles Glass Toys The Captiva Cruises Lecture Series continues throughout the month of April on Thursdays at noon under the tiki hut pavilion. Speakers include: Crystal Pottery Furniture Mid-Century April 9, Bob Wasno, Florida Gulf Coast University, Vester Marine Field Station. 1788 Coordinator of marine education and outreach, Wasno will discuss the history and Primitives Linens Art and More! projects associated with FGCU Vester Marine Field Station. Fowler Street April 16, Karen Maxwell, horticulturist – An Interpretive Tour of the Plant Life downtown Fort Myers call 239-226-1992 found on Cayo Costa. Master gardener and master naturalist, Maxwell will lead a walking tour of the north end of Cayo Costa discussing the landscape with an emphasis on the native plants and trees and their roles in earlier cultures. Tropical Fabrics Scrapbook Papers April 23, Pam Rambo, blogger, iLoveShelling.com. Artist and “shell-ebrity” Rambo will lead a walking tour on the north shore of Cayo Novelty Yarn Children’s Crafts Costa sharing shelling tips and insight into sea life, as you search for treasures along Quilting Art Supplies the beautiful shoreline. For transportation from Captiva, call Captiva Cruises at 472-5300; from Punta Notions Shell Crafts Gorda, call Kingfisher Fleet at 941-639-0969; from Pine Island, call Tropic Star at Beads Gifts 283-0015; or book online at www.cayocostaferry.com. Attendees are encouraged to bring a bagged lunch; some locations will have pre-ordered bagged lunch options for an additional cost, ask for details when making a reservation. 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Alex CATHOLIC COMMUNITY 9 and 11 a.m., Adult Education Workshop FAITH FELLOWSHIP WORLD and Patricia Wiggins, Ministers 13031 Palm Beach Boulevard (3 miles at 10 a.m., Reverend Margaret L. Beard, OUTREACH MINISTRIES NEW COVENANT EYES CHURCH east of I75) East Fort Myers (across from Minister. 226-0900. www.allfaiths-uc.org 6111 South Pointe Boulevard, Fort Myers, See Clearly. Meeting monthly at 9 a.m. Fort Myers Shores) 693-0818. 9 a.m. Tues- ALL SAINTS BYZANTINE 278-3638. Sunday Worship, 10:30 a.m.; at the Elks Lodge. 1900 Park Meadows day through Friday. 4 p.m. Saturday, 9 and RITE CATHOLIC CHURCH Voice of Faith, WCRN 13.50 AM Radio, Drive, Fort Myers. 220-8519. Pastor Alan 11 a.m. Sunday. 10291 Bayshore Road, North Fort Myers Sunday, 1:30 p.m.; Thursday Service, Bondar. www.newcovenanteyes.com. LIFT SOUTHWEST BAPTIST CHURCH Divine Liturgy Sunday 10:30 a.m.; Rosary 7:30 p.m.; Friday Youth Service, 7:30 p.m. Kidz program, free coffee and donuts. 16940 McGregor Boulevard, Fort My- begins 10 a.m. Lenten services (Pre- Nursery care for pre-school children and NEW HOPE BAPTIST CHURCH ers, 454-3336. Robert G. Kasten Pastor. sanctifi ed Liturgy) will be on Wednesday Children’s Church ages 5 to12 available. OF FORT MYERS Sunday 11 a.m. Nursery 9:45 a.m. Sunday evenings at 6 p.m. starting February. Very FAITH UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 16120 San Carlos Boulevard, Unit 10. School all ages. Junior Church grades one Reverend Peter Lickman, 305-651-0991. 15690 McGregor Boulevard, Fort Myers, 985-8503. 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for all to five. Wee Church Pre-K to K. Evening Church of the Eastern Catholic or Byzan- 482-2030. Pastor David Stauffer. 9 a.m. ages. 11 a.m Sunday Morning Worship. 7 Service 6 p.m. Wednsday Service 6 p.m. tine Rite, 1.5 mi. east of Interstate 75. Contemporary Worship. 10:10 a.m. Sunday p.m. Wednesday Evening Bible Study. TEMPLE BETHEL SYNAGOGUE ANNUNCIATION GREEK School. 11:15 a.m. Traditional Service. 5:30 NEW HOPE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 16225 Winkler Road Fort Myers. 433- ORTHODOX CHURCH p.m. Youth Group. Go south on McGregor 3825 McGregor Boulevard. Fort Myers. 0018, www.templebethel.com. rabbi. 8210 Cypress Lake Drive, Fort Myers Boulevard. The church is ½ mile past the Pastor Eddie Spencer. 8 and 9:30 a.m. [email protected]. Rabbi Jeremy Reverend Fr. Dean Nastos, Proistamenos intersection of Gladiolus and San Carlos Traditional Worship. 11 a.m. Contempo- Barras, Cantor Victor Geigner, Religious Orthros Service Sunday 9 a.m., Divine Lit- Boulevard on the way to Sanibel. rary Worship. 8, 9:30 and 11 a.m. Sunday School Director Dale Cohen, Learning Tree urgy Sunday 10 a.m., www.annunciation. FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST, SCIENTIST School. Youth and Children’s programming Director Jesyca Virnig, Office Manager fl.goarch.org, 481-2099 2390 West First Street, next door to Edi- runs concurrent to Sunday services. Nurs- Inna Vasser. Union For Reform Judaism BETH SHILOH son Estates. Sunday Morning Service and ery care provided at all services. 274-1230. Shabbat Service Friday 7:30 p.m., Torah MESSIANIC SYNAGOGUE Sunday School, 10:30 a.m.; Wednesday www.newhopefortmyers.org. Study Saturday 9:30 a.m. Religious School 15675 McGregor Boulevard. Rabbi Judah Evening Testimony Meeting, 5:30 p.m. PEACE COMMUNITY CHURCH Wednesday 5:30 p.m. and Sunday 9:30 Hungerman. Friday Service, 8 p.m., Sat- Child care provided at all services. Visit Meets at Fort Myers Beach Masonic a.m. Learning Tree Monday through Friday. urday Service, 11 a.m. Shabbat School our Reading Room for quiet study at: 2281 Lodge. 17625 Pine Ridge Road, Fort TEMPLE JUDEA (CONSERVATIVE) Saturday Morning, Adult Hebrew Classes. First Street, River District. www.time4think- Myers Beach 267-7400. Pastors Bruce 14486 A&W Bulb Road, Fort Myers, 433- Call for information 437-3171 ers.com, www.christiansciencefortmyers. Merton, Gail and RC Fleeman. Adult Dis- 0201, Rabbi: Rabbi Marc Sack Minyan: BREAD OF LIFE MINISTRIES com. www.christianscience.com cussion Classes 9 to 10 a.m. Countdown Monday at 9 a.m. Religious Educa- CHURCH OF GOD FIRST CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE to Worship 10:10 a.m. Amazing Grace tion: Sunday mornings and Wednesday 16581 McGregor Boulevard, 267-3166 13545 American Colony Boulevard off Worship:10:30 a.m. 267-7400. peacecom- evenings. Services Friday 6:15 p.m. and Just past the Tanger Outlet Mall. Pastor Daniels Parkway in the Colony, Fort Myers, munitychurch.com. [email protected]. Saturday 9 a.m. www.tjswfl.org. Barry Lentz, 281-3063. Sunday Worship, 936-2511 Pastor Reverend Joey Brummett PEACE LUTHERAN CHURCH THE NEW CHURCH 10:30 a.m., Wednesday Bible Study, 7 p.m. Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.; Morning Wor- Sunday Worship at 9:30 a.m. Peace a The New Church of SWFL, 10811 Sunset CHABAD LUBAVITCH ship, 10:30 a.m.; Sunday Evening, 6 p.m.; member of ELCA. Weekly communion with Plaza Circle #401, behind Zoomers. OF SW FLORIDA ORTHODOX Wednesday Family Night, 7 p.m. traditional liturgy, organ and choir. 15840 Reverend Gabriella Cahaley. Sundays 11 5620 Winkler Road, Fort Myers. Rabbi FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH McGregor Boulevard, Fort Myers, on the a.m. during the season. Other worship Yitzchok Minkowicz. 433-7708, rabbi@ Downtown Fort Myers River District, 2466 way to Sanibel. 437-2599, www.peaceftmy- events on Fort Myers Beach. http://www. chabadswf.org. www.chabadswf.org. First Street, 332-1152. www.fumcftmyers. ers.com, [email protected]. newchurchflorida.com. 481-5535. Friday service 6:30 p.m.; Saturday Kab- org. Sunday Services: 9 a.m. Contempo- REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST balah class 9 a.m.; Shacharit 10 a.m.; rary Worship; 10:10 a.m. Sunday School; 3950 Winkler Ext., Fort Myers, 274-0143 CHURCH FORT MYERS Kiddush at noon. Minyan Monday and 11:15 a.m. Traditional Service; 5:30 p.m. 8:15 and 10:15 a.m. Sunday Services 13411 Shire Lane (off Daniels Parkway Thursday 7 a.m. Youth Group. Daily early learning center/day care. one mile west of I-75). Minister The Rever- CHAPEL OF CYPRESS COVE FORT MYERS CHRISTIAN CHURCH RIVER OF LIFE ASSEMBLY OF GOD end Allison Farnum. Sunday services and 10200 Cypress Cove Circle Fort Myers (DISCIPLES OF CHRIST) A STEPHEN 21580 River Ranch Road, Estero. 495- religious education at 10:30 a.m. 561- 850-3943, Located at Cypress Cove Re- MINISTRIES CONGREGATION 0400, Senior Pastor Todd Weston. 8 and 2700. www.uucfm.org. tirement Center on HealthPark Campus 5916 Winkler Road, Fort Myers, 437-4330 9:45 a.m Services; 11:30 a.m. Legacy UNITY OF BONITA SPRINGS An ecumenical non-denominational Pastor Reverend Mark Condrey. Sunday Service, multi-generational. 28285 Imperial Street, Bonita Springs. community of believers. Sunday Worship Worship: 10:30 a.m. Church School: 9:15 SAMUDRABADRA BUDDHIST CENTER 947-3100. Family Service 10 to 11 a.m. Service, 10 a.m.; Wednesday Bible Study, a.m. Meditation classes. Guided meditations, Healing Circle 11 a.m. Hospitality and Fel- 7 p.m. Reverendt Ted Althouse, Pastor FORT MYERS CONGREGATIONAL methods to relaxe body and focus mind on lowship, 11 a.m. Inspiring lesson, uplifting [email protected] UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST: virtuous objects. Bring peace and happi- and dynamic music, meditation in a loving CHURCH OF THE CROSS 8210 College Parkway, Fort Myers. 482- ness into daily activity. 567-9739. www. environment. 13500 Freshman Lane; 768-2188. Pastor 3133. Philip White, pastor. Morning Wor- MeditationInFortMyers.org. UNITY OF FORT MYERS Bud Stephens; A nondemonimational ship: 10 a.m., Church School: 10:15 a.m., SAINT COLUMBKILLE 11120 Ranchette Road, Fort Myers church emphasizing a personal relation- Adult Forum: 11:30 a.m. CATHOLIC CHURCH Sunday Services 9:15 and 11 a.m. ship with Jesus Christ. Sunday Service: IONA-HOPE EPISCOPAL 12171 Iona Road, Fort Myers, off Mc- Children’s classes 11 a.m. Reverend Jim 9:15 a.m. Traditional, 10:45 Contemporary. CONGREGATION Gregor and north of Gladiolus. 489- Rosemergy. 278-1511, www.unityoffort- CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 9650 Gladiolus Drive, Fort Myers 454- 3973 Father Joseph Clifford. Monday myers.org. Our God is Love, Our Race is 1619 Llewellyn Drive Fort Myers. Just off 4778. Reverend Ray Buchanan Rector. through Saturday 8 a.m. Saturday 3 and Human, Our Religion is Oneness McGregor across from the Edison/Ford Saturday 5 p.m., Eucharist with Healing; 5 p.m.; Sunday 7, 9,11 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. WESTMINSTER PRESBYTERIAN Winter Estates 334-4978, Pastor Douglas Sunday 8 a.m., Holy Eucharist, Rite One; Reconciliation Saturdays 12 noon and by CHURCH Kelchner, Worship times Sunday’s 9 and 9:30 a.m., Family Eucharist with Healing appointment. 9065 Ligon Court, Fort Myers, across from 10:30 a.m. Website: www.taecc.com and Church School. Tuesday 9:30 a.m., SAINT JOHN THE APOSTLE HealthPark Hospital, 481-2125. Senior COVENANT PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Morning Prayer (in Spanish); Wednesday METROPOLITAN COMMUNITY CHURCH Pastor Robert Brunson. Sunday 9:30 2439 McGregor Boulevard, 334-8937 9:30 a.m., Eucharist with Healing. Child 3049 McGregor Boulevard, Fort Myers, a.m. Sunday School for all ages. 11 a.m. Reverned Dr. Jeffrey DeYoe, Senior Pastor care available Saturday 5 p.m. and Sunday 344-0012. Pastor Reverend Steve Filizzi. Blended Worship. www.westminsterfortmy- Reverend David Dietzel, Pastor Emeritus. 9:30 a.m. services. An Affirming and Inclusive Congregation ers.org Traditional Sunday service 10 a.m. Nursery JESUS THE WORKER Sunday Services 10 a.m. WORD OF LIFE CHURCH available. CATHOLIC CHURCH SAINT MICHAEL LUTHERAN 2120 Collier Avenue, Fort Myers. 274- CYPRESS LAKE BAPTIST CHURCH 881 Nuna Avenue, Fort Myers, 481-1143 CHURCH & SCHOOL (LCMS) 8881. Sunday 10 a.m.; Wednesday 7 p.m. 8400 Cypress Lake Drive, Fort Myers, Masses Friday and Saturday, 7 p.m.; Sun- 3595 Broadway, Fort Myers, 939-1218, Bishop Gaspar and Michele Anastasi 481-5442 Randy A. Alston, Reverend. day, 8 and 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Worship: Saturday 5:30 p.m., Sunday 8 ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH Sunday Services: Bible study, 9:45 a.m. KINGDOM LIFE CHURCH and 10:45 a.m. Bible Study for adults and 7401 Winkler Road, Fort Myers. 481-4040. Morning Worship, 11 a.m., Evening Wor- 2154 McGregor Boulevard, Fort Myers, children Sunday at 9:15 a.m. Pastor Curtis Deterding. Sunday 8 a.m. ship, 7 p.m., Wednesday Prayer Meeting, 218-8343. Pastor Randy and Anita Thur- SAINT PETER LUTHERAN CHURCH Traditional, 10:45 a.m. Blended, 9:30 a.m. 6:30 p.m. man. 10:30 a.m. Sunday Service. 3751 Estero Boulevard, Fort Myers Beach, Eductional Hour. www.zionfm.org. CYPRESS LAKE LAMB OF GOD CHURCH 463-4251, www.stpeterfmb.com. PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH One of a few federated Lutheran (ELCA) SAINT NICHOLAS MONASTERY 8260 Cypress Lake Drive, Fort Myers, and Episcopal Congregations in the nation. Church and Bookstore. 111 Evergreen 481-3233. www.clpc.us. Clint Cottrell, Pas- 19691 Cypress View Drive, Fort Myers. Road (southwest corner of Evergreen Read us online at tor. Prayer Service 8 a.m., Praise 9 a.m., 267-3525. www.lambofgodchurch.net. Rev- Road and Gail Street.) Liturgical services Children’s Church 9 a.m., Traditional 11 erend Dr. James Reho. Sunday 7:45 and conducted in English and Church Slavonic; IslandSunNews.com a.m. Summer Prayer Service 8 a.m. 10 a.m. Sunday’s Cool for Children 10 a.m. following the Julian (Old) Calendar. Combined Traditional/Praise 10 a.m. NEW BEGINNINGS CENTER Liturgical Services Sundays and Holy THE RIVER - APRIL 3, 2015 11 Boulevard, will hold Palm Sunday ser- Throw on your jeans and get your kids Holy Week vices at 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. A Maundy Easter Services At in their jammies for a casual, warm and ort Myers Beach Ministerial Thursday service is planned for 7:30 p.m. kid-friendly Shabbat service filled with Ecumenical Services will be held on A Good Friday service will be at noon St. Peter Lutheran singing, storytelling and lots of fun. FGood Friday at noon at St. Peter and Easter Sunday services will take place t. Peter Lutheran Church on Fort The service begins at 5:30 p.m. in the Lutheran Church, Fort Myers Beach. at 8, 9:45 and 11:15 a.m. Myers Beach will hold Good Friday synagogue and is followed by dinner at The Easter Sunrise Service will take • St. Raphael’s Episcopal, 5601 Sservice at noon. Easter Sunday ser- 6 p.m. The service is in addition to the place at 6:30 a.m. at the pier. Williams Drive, will have a Palm Sunday vices will be at 8, 9:45 and 11:15 a.m. regular 6:15 p.m. Shabbat service. Other Easter services include: service at 10 a.m.; Maundy Thursday at Beginning April 12, worship will be held To make dinner reservations, send an • Chapel by the Sea Presbyterian, 6 p.m.; Good Friday Meditation/Stations at 9:30 a.m. email to [email protected]. 2500 Estero Boulevard, will hold Palm from noon to 3 p.m.; and Easter at 10 St. Peter Lutheran Church is at 3751 Temple Judea is located at 14486 A Sunday services at 8 and 10 a.m. and a.m. Estero Boulevard. For more information, & W Bulb Road, Fort Myers. For more a Maundy Thursday service at 11 a.m. • Ascension Catholic Church, 6025 call 463-4251 or visit www.stpeterfmb. information, call 433-0201 or go to Easter Day services will be at 8 and 10 Estero Boulevard, will celebrate Palm com. www.tjswfl.org. a.m. Sunday with services at 6:45, 8, 9:30 • Beach Methodist Church,155 Bay and 11a.m. A Holy Thursday service will From page 7 Road, will have Palm Sunday services be at 5:30 p.m. and Good Friday, 3 p.m. Evening Shabbat at 8 and 10:30 a.m. and a Maundy Easter Vigil (Saturday) will be at 8 p.m. Volunteers Thursday service at 7 p.m. The Easter and Easter Sunday services will take place n Friday, April 10, Temple Judea partnership with The Harry Chapin Sunday service will be at 10:30 a.m. at 6:45, 8, 9:30 and 11a.m. hosts its monthly Jammies and Food Bank and The School District of • Beach Baptist • St. Raphael’s By the Sea Anglican, OJeans Shabbat evening especially Lee County as well as collaborating with Church, 130 Connecticut Street, will cel- 6425 Estero Boulevard (Beach Movie for young children and their families. fellow community and service groups, ebrate Palm Sunday at 10:30 a.m. and Theater) will hold a Palm Sunday service Rabbi Sack will help celebrate the joy of churches, businesses and community sup- Easter Day at 10:30 a.m. at 10 a.m. and an Easter Sunday service Shabbat with stories, songs and dancing. port organizations. • St. Peter Lutheran, 3751 Estero at 10 a.m. Jammies and Jeans Shabbat is held on For more information, call 332-7687 the second Friday of each month and is or visit www.CommunityCooperative. open to the entire community. com. Share your community news with us. Call 415-7732, Fax: 415-7702 or email [email protected] Back, from left, Todd Adams, Nancy Olson, Patrice Cunningham, Jeannine Joy, Pegie Fay, Diane Connell, Ketty Rodriguez, Bill Martin and Cliff Smith; front, from left, Kim Berghs and Maureen Coble Family Mentor Program Graduates Inaugural Mentor Class en new mentors have recently graduated The United Way of Lee, Hendry, Glades, and Okeechobee Volunteer Center’s recently launched Family Mentor TProgram. While partnering with the Children’s Network of Southwest Florida, the United Way is recruiting additional volunteer mentors who will be trained and matched with parents who have been involved in the Child Welfare system and are ready to be re-unified with their children. Each mentor will work to build a committed and trusting relationship with the par- ents to support them though this transition. The mentor will empower them to define and meet goals for themselves, to achieve self-reliance and offer advice that parents may be uncomfortable seeking from elsewhere. Building these kinds of relationships is particularly important for struggling families in low-income neighborhoods, which fre- quently offer few role models or positive outlets for children and adults. Training classes covered the areas of Safety, Confidentiality, Planning for Success, Family Engagement and gave an overview of the Child Welfare system. To register to become a mentor or request additional information, contact Patrice Cunningham, special projects manager at [email protected] or 433-2000, ext. 272. Future training classes will be announced and posted on the website at www. unitedWayLee.org/. Read us online at IslandSunNews.com 12 THE RIVER - APRIL 3, 2015 Ohio, we had a day it seemed that every- A Trip To thing just went right. After starting out in the passes we caught lots of under-slot- Remember sized snook for the first hour of the trip by Capt. Matt along with a few trout for dinner. Mitchell Once the tide totally quit the bite, as expected, totally stopped in the passes. I he rainy picked up anchor and made the move to passing of a favorite wind-blown shoreline hoping Twhat should the wind would at least move the water a be, hopefully, the little bit and we could catch a few more final cold front that snook while waiting on the tide to switch we will see until and come in. This bite was just on fire next fall, marked too with lots of little snook and a bite on the end to an almost every cast. We also landed one exceptional week bonus 24-inch redfish in the same hole, of fishing. Despite so with the trout from earlier their dinner having to deal with a few hours of slow was now easily covered and the pressure to almost zero tide movement for a few was off. days, snook fishing was about as good Finally the tide had now started to as it gets. We caught snook of all sizes come in so I moved a few miles further both in the passes and while mangrove south to another deep mangrove shore- fishing. Big trout were also caught in line looking for that one big snook. After good numbers while targeting snook in catching a few snook in the mid 20-inch Blake Schlosser, age eight, from Howard, Ohio with a 41-inch snook he caught and the passes. Add to that a few bonus, range we spotted a huge snook chasing released while fishing with Capt. Matt Mitchell this week slot-sized redfish and a few monster one of our shiners on the surface. The from the mangroves, it did not take long snook was over that magical 20 pounds. over-the-slot snook and it was certainly fish followed the bait in circles but just for 8-year-old Blake to get slammed. We shot a few quick photos and then a week to remember. would not eat it. This big snook took off like a freight revived the beast and watched her kick Fishing with the Schlosser family from Making a long cast to a sand hole out train. Everyone scrambled to clear their off unharmed. lines as I helped Blake lift and pump the Blake’s dad Matt was next up, hook- rod as he reeled. The snook, after being ing a snook of almost the same size on out in open water for the first long run, what seemed like the very next cast, to turned and headed right for the trees the same sand hole. After a few awesome Send Us Your Fish Tales making one explosive head shake on the jumps though, this big fish did make it he River Weekly would like to hear from anglers about their catches. edge of the bushes as we struggled to back to the mangroves and broke the Send us details including tackle, bait and weather conditions, date of catch, steer it clear. leader. Even so, it was sweet to watch the Tspecies and weight, and include photographs with identification. Drop them Once the big fish turned back into the battle and the impressive jumps. With the at the River Weekly, 1609 Hendry Street, Suite 15, Fort Myers, Florida 33901, or open, Blake had a good chance of land- sea breeze picking up, the wind direction email to [email protected]. ing this pig. After one more big run, the was now wrong for this shoreline. so with big snook came boatside and gently slid the flood tide finally moving good, we into the waiting landing net. This 41-inch headed out. During the last hour of the trip we caught lots more undersized snook and a few trout over 20 inches. CLEAR YOUR GEAR This was just one of those trips where every place we fished was just right. It Catches More Than Fish BOAT For sheer numbers of fish caught it was as good as it gets and a 41-inch snook Untangle tackle caught by an 8-year-old to top it all off, I RENTALS can’t think of a charter that could be any from vegetation and better. Thanks, Schlosser family, see you Fishing • Cabbage Key next time. discard it responsibly Dolphin Watching Capt. Matt Mitchell has been fishing Captains Available local waters since he moved to Sanibel in 1980. He now lives in St. James City and works as a back country fishing 472-5800 guide. If you have comments or ques- Jensen’s Marina tions email [email protected]. 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After a thorough exam, the veterinarians radiographed the bird show. and determined that the patient, #15- Since 2006, the actively mating pair 0543, had suffered a broken clavicle (col- have maintained a nest in Fort Myers larbone) on the left side of its chest as the that has been tagged and monitored by result of blunt force trauma. FFWS. From a tree-mounted camera During the entrance exam, the vet- placed next to the nest, the Southwest erinarians at CROW noticed that the Florida Eagle Cam Foundation live- new patient was missing a talon on his streams the couple’s activities – including left foot. Based on that highly unusual the hatching of their nine chicks – to a trait, FFWS was able to provide his growing number of dedicated fans. (Go to identity. His name is Ozzie and he is an www.southwestfloridaeaglecam.com.) Internet star of local origin. He and his “He’s doing well now, but he decided mate, Harriet (they were named after the to go on a hunger strike for about 24 stars of The Adventures of Ozzie and hours on his second day here. We had to Harriet, a sitcom that ran from 1952 to force-feed him a couple of pieces of fish 1966), are co-stars of their own reality then as soon as we put him back (in his Every three days, Ozzie’s wings are gently stretched during physical therapy sessions continued on page 20 photos courtesy of CROW 14 THE RIVER - APRIL 3, 2015 Plant Smart Vines of Florida by Gil Nelson, edis.ifas. ufl.edu, fnps.org, and regionalconserva- Bushy tion.org. Plant Smart explores the diverse Seaside Oxeye flora of South Florida. by Gerri Reaves ative bushy seaside oxeye (Borrichia frutescens) is an Nature Walk With Nexcellent choice for a coastal landscape. Its natural habitat is salt- Bird Patrol Guide water wetlands such as salt marshes and brackish swamps. It is also found in swales and ditches. This wildflower spreads via rhizomes, which stabilize the soil. Typically growing two to four feet tall, it is much broader than tall. This member of the aster family works well as a groundcover, border or low hedge and provides cover and food for wildlife. The showy flowers bloom throughout the year and attract a variety of pollina- tors, such as the great southern white, gulf fritillary, large orange sulphur and southern broken-dash butterflies. About an inch across, the flowers have bright yellow rays surrounding darker yel- low disc flowers. Below each flower is a sharp bract. Bushy seaside oxeye is a salt- and drought-tolerant native wildflower perfect for coastal The fleshy obovate or spatulate leaves landscapes photo by Gerri Reaves are evergreen and covered with soft hairs. mon name. one-seeded and does not split open at Eastern phoebe photo by Meg Rousher They measure two to four inches long, Plant bushy seaside oxeye in full sun to maturity. Propagate this plant with the ake an easy walk along clear paths less than an inch wide, and have pointed partial shade and avoid over-watering it. It seeds or with cuttings. and see birds nestled among native tips. has moderate drought tolerance and soil- Sources: Everglades Wildflowers vegetation with experienced bird Their silver-green color gives the plant salt tolerance and will survive in a variety by Roger L. Hammer, Native Florida T patrol guides at Lakes Regional Park, a another name, silver sea-oxeye-daisy. of soils and even brackish conditions. Plants by Robert G. Haehle and Joan Lee County birding hot spot and crucial Bushy seaside tansy is yet another com- The small dry fruit is four-sided and Brookwell, The Shrubs and Woody nesting area for many species. The next Morning Meander will be held on Saturday, April 4 at Lakes Fisherman’s Paradise: four or five yanks on the Regional Park, 7330 Gladiolus Drive in other starter rope, I had both Fort Myers. Please meet at Shelter A7. The Power motors chortling. My faith Enter Lakes Park gate from Gladiolus was restored and I roared out Drive and turn right. Drive to end of Of Faith of the small bay, headed for road, continue through the parking lot. Wulfert Keys. Shelter A7 is located near the Train by Cynthia A. Station. Williams I eased noiselessly into my first spot off the Sanibel erry C. promontory, determined to Williams execute flawlessly. No careless B(1915 to approach casts or reel-ins. I 1976) was some- was now working against time thing of a legend and had to make every lick as a fisherman count. in the waters off In two hours, I boated 16 Fort Myers in more slithering reds, from the 1950s and seven to 16 pounds each. I early 1960s. was so grateful, I was down- Reproduced for you here are chap- right humble. But I was also ters from his unfinished Fisherman’s bone weary, hungry and Paradise, an account of his fishing thirsty. I went back to my red adventures that are often hilarious Coca Cola cooler where I usu- and always instructional. It is pre- ally kept my lunch and water sented by Williams’ daughter, Cynthia jug on ice, only to stop short A Coca Cola cooler like the one in which Berry Williams with the realization that I had Williams, a freelance writer and editor kept his lunch and water jug Piping plover living in Bokeelia on Pine Island. been so anxious to get out Chapter VIII Part VI and jiggled them. I frantically tried both fishing I’d neglected to bring Participants are asked to arrive a few The Episcopal Mission Church to switches again three or four times, but either. That was really disheartening, but minutes after 8 a.m. for a brief intro- which Berry belongs is throwing a fish fry I might just as well have been singing I’d been so lucky, I really didn’t mind. I duction and to sign waivers. Tours start as part of a membership drive. Berry has Lead Kindly Light. I was stuck out in laid down my rod and walked back to the promptly at 8:30 a.m. Please wear com- a few hours to catch the fish needed to the middle of God-knows-where several ice chest overflowing with reds, reached fortable shoes and dress to be outside. feed 200 people at the senior warden’s miles off the beaten course of any aver- under them and groped around until I Bring water, sunscreen and binoculars. house on the river that afternoon. With age fisherman, even if I could stop one found a sliver of ice, dipped it over the This tour is provided in cooperation nine redfish on ice, he has fished out whizzing by. side to wash it off with salt water, then with Lee County Parks and Recreation. his first spot and is in a hurry to move By this time, I was mentally plead- sucked on it. Thus resuscitated, I picked The guided walk is free with paid parking. on. He switches the keys in both electric ing for help. Then it came as a sort of up my rod and thought, “Those 25 are For more information, call 533-7580 or motors, only to receive a dead click from revelation to me to pull the starter rope for you, Lord. Now how about a few for 533-7576 or visit www.birdpatrol.org. each of them. on the motors. I felt like a fool when the old Berry?” I hurriedly checked my battery cables Johnson started purring like a cat. After To be continued next week… THE RIVER - APRIL 3, 2015 15 Anchoring Restrictions Currently Under Review By Florida Legislature SALES he 2015 Florida legislative session is under way, and the regulation of boat anchoring and how to take care of derelict boats remain hot topics in both SERVICE Tthe Florida Senate and House. 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In fact, in many wardrobe truck while on stage, Templin 900 Dunlop Road. Proceeds from this ways, they’ve become my friends.” transforms herself, shifting from character show benefit several local organizations, Some of the characters featured in to character – in 15 seconds or less – in including Human Trafficking Awareness Unsinkable Women include: full view of the audience. Partnerships, Inc. (HTAP), the Sanibel • Madeline Astor, the beautiful teen- “From everything that I’ve researched, Historical Village & Museum and BIG age bride of John Jacob Astor, one of the these survivors all felt a sense of ‘What ARTS. wealthiest men in America can we do?’ with their lives,” added After touring with the award-winning • Margaret Tobin Brown, the Templin. “In many ways, these women musical Titanic from 1998 to 2000, “Unsinkable Molly” herself, whose could make choices that otherwise they serving as a “swing performer” covering account of the ship’s final moments couldn’t have made before.” the roles of seven women characters on brings the evening to its dramatic climax During her career, Templin has the ship, Templin became intrigued with • Nora, a flamboyant music hall per- performed in leading roles with some the original music of the period and the former on her way to New York to try of America’s most prestigious theater lives of the women in the lifeboats while her hand at American vaudeville companies. Her national tours include performing to over 45 cities throughout • Violet Jessop, a ship’s stewardess Mamma Mia!, Titanic and Annie. She the United States. Soon, she began her who tells of the friendships and loves of was given Philadelphia’s Barrymore site specific research at the homes of the serving crew below decks Award for Best Actress in a Musical for Titanic survivors and the nation’s librar- • Ida Straus, wife of Isador Straus her work as chanteuse Kay Goodman. ies. (owner of Macy’s Department Store), The Los Angeles Arts Council awarded “When I began reading about the who refused rescue to stay on board with her the Richard Burton Award in Acting. women who made it to the lifeboats, it her husband of 38 years Reviews for Unsinkable Women made me think about their stories – who • Eleanor Elkins Widener, founder of include The Westchester Journal News, they were and what happened with their the Widener Library, one of Harvard’s which wrote “Templin had an audience lives,” said Templin, speaking from her most prestigious research centers, in spellbound” while The Times of London home in Manhattan last week. “Then, honor of her beloved son Harry, who was (UK) boasted “The production is unfussy I visited The Jane Hotel in New York, lost on the Titanic and intelligent and centers around a per- where survivors of the Titanic were Asked which of the characters she formance of luminous understanding from Actress Deborah Jean Templin portrays the allowed to stay for 25 cents per night. identifies the most with, Templin respond- Deborah Jean Templin.” “Unsinkable” Molly Brown in her original When you stand in the places where ed quickly. A handcrafted paper-mache mermaid one-woman show, Unsinkable Women, those people stood, it really helps you “Nora,” she said, “because as a fellow sculpture created by Sanibel artist Jerry playing at 7:30 p.m. on April 9 at BIG ARTS photo by Carol Rosegg imagine what they may have been think- actress, she does something I do every Churchill will beckon attendees at a post- ing.” day. Auditioning, hoping she might get performance wine and dessert buffet fol- by Jeff Lysiak Subsequently, Templin visited Pier 54 the job, being friends with musicians. But lowing the performance. in New York City, where Titanic survi- she is also a third-class passenger, which Rotary thanks Churchill for contribut- ased on actual diaries, letters and vors were initially dropped-off following is something I can really relate to.” ing his talents toward making this fund- interviews, Unsinkable Women – the disaster at sea. She also visited other With musical underscoring and accom- raiser something special on the island. Ba one-women show written by and sites – including the Molly Brown House paniment on CD created by musical Tickets are available at the BIG ARTS starring critically-acclaimed stage actress in Denver, Colorado – and read the director C. Colby Sachs, choreography Box Office, located at 900 Dunlop Road Deborah Jean Templin – brings to life original diaries and letters written by the by Broadway veteran Ron Schwinn, on Sanibel. For more information or to nine famous figures who survived the survivors themselves during her extensive nine intricate period costumes designed purchase tickets, priced at $55 each, call sinking of the RMS Titanic. research before writing the play. by Sara Jablon and direction by Nancy 395-0900. Following the show, a wine Presented as a fundraiser by the “I think that my interest in history Robillard, Unsinkable Women offers bar and dessert buffet will be available. Sanibel-Captiva Rotary Club, Templin’s comes from my mother’s archival inter- vivid portrayals, punctuated with songs Matthew an opportunity to develop as Hendrix Tribute a musician and play his originals. They were a local hit, receiving air time on Band To Close both AM and FM radio. Gimi Jimi also features keyboardist Dave Frania and Out Sunset Series drummer Mike Somers. Gates open at 4 p.m. and the concerts begin at 5 p.m. Guests are encouraged to picnic on the lawn as they listen to the music. General admission tickets are $20. Pre-sale tickets are $15 for members, available at the Alliance for the Arts, located on the corner of Colonial and McGregor boulevards in Fort Myers. Call 939-2787 or buy online at www. ArtInLee.org. Proceeds from the concert series will benefit Alliance education and outreach programs. Gimi Jimi is a Jimi Hendrix tribute band from Michigan. Pictured are Dave Frania, drum- mer Mike Somers and Matthew Newland Now in its fifth year, the concert series of Gypsys from Gimi Jimi, a tribute band honors the memory and community dedicated to the great Jimi Hendrix fea- Send your contributions of musician, photographer, turing Matthew Newland as Jimi. Matthew Newland as Jimi Hendrix architect and longtime Alliance board Newland was born in Grand Rapids, editorial copy to: member Bruce Gora. Michigan where he was introduced to the [email protected] he Alliance for the Arts’ 2015 Attendees are invited to bring cool- guitar at the age of 12. Coming from a Bruce T. Gora Sunset Concert ers, lawn chairs and blankets and join the family of entertainers, he quickly mas- TSeries concludes on Sunday, April party on the lawn to listen to hits from tered the guitar and formed a band with 19 with Gimi Jimi. the Jimi Hendrix Experience and Band his two brothers. The Newlands gave THE RIVER - APRIL 3, 2015 17 great drink specials. A fleet of trolleys will CROW’s Southern Comfort On South Cape whisk participants around South Cape, stopping at various restaurants and bars. Sanibel Fundraiser Debuts April 11 International Each stop will feature a different inter- national beer sample accompanied by a Beer Fest tasty appetizer. Several of the stops will have live entertainment as the whole area is turned into one big party. There will be two check-in booths for your convenience. One will be located in the Big John parking lot while the second one will be behind Backstreets, in front of the Aubuchon building. Tickets are $10 in advance and will be available for purchase on the day of the event at the check-in booths for $15. Participating locations are: Backstreets Sports Bar, 915 SE 47th Terrace Cruiser’s Lounge, 1517 SE 47th Terrace Dixie Roadhouse, 1023 SE 47th Terrace Monkey Bar & Steakhouse, 1428 Lafayette Street Both Rhett and Scarlett will be at CROW’s Southern Comfort On Sanibel fundariser Rack’em Billiards, 1011 SE 47th Terrace hett will be bringing Scarlett to the dance. Come get your picture taken with Ralph’s Place of Cape Coral, 1305 life-sized cut-outs of the Gone With The Wind stars at CROW’s Southern Cape Coral Pkwy. RComfort On Sanibel, to be held on Saturday, April 11 from 6 to 10 p.m. Rockade, 1023 SE 47th Terrace at The Dunes Golf & Tennis Club. The event will also feature southern food by The Dek, 4704 SE 15th Avenue Madam Mac’s Radical Rations and specialty Southern Comfort drinks. he South Cape Hospitality and Tiki Hut at Dolphin Key Resort, 1502 Tickets for Southern Comfort on Sanibel are $65 each, and all proceeds will ben- Entertainment Associations Miramar Street efit direct patient care at CROW’s wildlife hospital. In addition to dinner and dancing, Tannounced The South Cape Tubby’s City Hangout, 4810 revelers may buy raffle tickets, make silent auction bids and more. The silent auc- International Beer Fest will be held on Vincennes Street tion will feature artwork from local artists, a coral necklace and earring set as well as Saturday, April 18 from 7 to 11 p.m. Attendees of this event must be at CROW gift baskets. Some of the South Cape’s best restau- least 21 years old. For more information, For more information or to purchase tickets, contact James Robinson at CROW at rants and bars will be offering internation- send an email to SouthCapeHEA@gmail. 472-3644 ext. 232 or [email protected]. al beer, music, appetizers and, of course, com. Alliance Unveils New Logo And Campus Enrichment Plan he Alliance for the Arts celebrated its 40th anniversary on March 24 Tby unveiling an updated logo to a packed house in the Foulds Theater. Alliance Executive Director Lydia Black treated the audience to an entertaining retrospective of major milestones, and the many people who have been instrumental in the Alliance’s success over its first 40 years. The logo, which symbolizes the Alliance community, is contemporary yet playful and inviting. “The right side of the logo represents the structure, the architecture, the cultural campus that the Alliance has become. The left side represents the creativity, innova- Vacation - Invest - Retire tion, imagination, energy and motion that happens within the structure. One without the other does not create the “A” but Sanibel & Captiva Islands together they create a BOLD visual image for the campus.” said Black. The presentation also included a footprint for the future – a campus enrichment plan that would create a state-of-the-art public gathering space with new and enlarged facilities for events, classes and activities. From its beginning 40 years ago, the Alliance has continuously grown and evolved to better serve the arts community, Alliance members, and the public at large. Its 10-acre campus on the corner of McGregor and Colonial boulevards is the place where people connect to the arts in Fort Myers. The non-profit Alliance also advocates for the importance of art to both individuals and the broader economy. The Alliance thanks everyone in attendance for making the evening such a huge success. For more information about upcoming events, visit www.ArtInLee.org or call 939-2787. Finest Real Estate - Worldwide Read us online at IslandSunNews.com [email protected] 239-246-4716 18 THE RIVER - APRIL 3, 2015 Evening With The Red Sox Raises Nearly $140,000 Brennan Whitley of the Boston Red Sox, Jim Larkin from Crowne Plaza Hotel, Rodney Ford from Coca-Cola and Wally the mascot with children from Boys & Girls Clubs of Lee County at JetBlue Park he 10th annual Evening with the Red Sox raised nearly $140,000 for the & Associates, Red Sox Foundation, Boys & Girls Clubs of Lee County. Ron’s Painting, St. John’s T Funds raised during the annual dinner and auction will provide more than Insurance, Suncoast Beverage, 33,000 hours of service to more than 450 young people in the clubs’ programs, TECO Energy, UBS Financial including the Summer Enrichment Program. Last year, more than 1,300 youth dem- Services, Inc. and Universal onstrated academic success, character and leadership and healthy lifestyles from the Insurance. agency’s programs. Celebrating almost 41 years of More than 400 guests attended the evening, which included a cocktail reception providing quality youth programs with hors d’oeuvres, beer and wine, dinner, a silent and live auction, and autograph and brighter futures for young signings from Red Sox Manager John Farrell, former Red Sox player Derek Lowe and people in the Lee County commu- current players Brock Holt, Joe Kelly and Tommy Layne. The list of silent and live nity, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Lee auction items included trips to major cities, sports memorabilia packages, theme park County works to inspire and enable passes and golf outings. young people to realize their full Joe Castiglione, radio announcer for the Red Sox, author and lecturer, served potential as productive, responsible as emcee, while Red Sox Executive Vice President and Senior Advisor Dr. Charles and caring citizens. Steinberg was the guest speaker, sharing his experience working with the team and The area’s five clubs are located how small actions can make big impacts in the community. in communities with the greatest Presenting sponsors for the event were Allstate Insurance and Ted Todd Insurance. need where similar services are Additional sponsors included Bell Tower Shops, Coca-Cola Company, Crowne Plaza limited or nonexistent. Membership Hotel at the Bell Tower Shops, CVS Pharmacy, Devitt & Smith, Diversified Yacht dues are $10 per school year so Services, Dr. Ralph Garramone, Encore Bank, Florida Gulf Coast University, Florida that all children can have access to Power & Light Company, Hoover & Associates, Housing Authority of the City of Fort its programs. For more informa- Myers, Jaguar, JetBlue Airways, Morgan Stanley, Owen-Ames-Kimball, Perfect Game tion, visit www.bgclc.net. Isai Santiago of the Pueblo Bonito Club, the 2015 in Ft. Myers, Pools Pros, Inc. and Aqua Illusions, Priority Payment Systems, Quattrone BGCLC Youth of the Year, with Wally From page 1 Events At Edison Ford take place on April 11 at 10 a.m. on the museum West Porch. Want to grow plants as well as Thomas Edison did? Join Edison Ford horticulturists Debbie Hughes and Janice Schmidt, to unlock the mysteries of Florida gardens. Learn the importance of soil, mulch, compost, fertilizer and the right plants for the right place. Learn the best techniques to achieve a spectacular garden with less difficulty… organically. Participants will receive a 20 percent discount in the Garden Shoppe. Cost: mem- bers, $5; non-members, $10. Pre-register by email lcriswell@edisonfordwinterestates. org, or by calling Leeanne Criswell at 334-7419 or register the day of class. • Art in the Gardens, an annual exhibit of children’s garden sculptures will be held from April 12 to May 19. On opening day, light refreshments will be served from 2 to 4 p.m., in the Heritage Garden, to honor the teachers and their students who created the artwork. More than 20 Lee County schools will have their artwork on dis- play. Edison Ford invites student groups each year to participate in the annual event, in collaboration with the Lee Art Educator’s Association. Thomas and Mina Edison loved their winter retreat and adorned it with flow- ers, plants and trees used for research as well as aesthetics. The theme for 2015 is Flowers in the Garden. Each art piece must be made with recycled materials, kinetic sculpture and placed with materials that can withstand the Southwest Florida environ- ment: rain, wind and humidity. Admission is free. RSVP to 334-7419 for opening day. Schools scheduled to participate: Bayshore Elementary, Bonita Springs KIDding Around at Bell Tower Shops Elementary, Challenger Middle, Cypress Lake High School Center for the Arts, Cypress Lake Middle, Edison Park Creative and Expressive Arts School, Fort Myers the Arts High, Lehigh Senior High, Mariner High, Mirror Lakes Elementary, Pine Island On Sunday, May 10, in celebration of moms, Edison Ford will once again offer Elementary, Rayma C. Page Elementary, St. Andrew Catholic School, St. Francis activities for Mother’s Day, some of them in collaboration with The Marina at Edison Xavier Catholic School, Tice Elementary, Tortuga Preserve Elementary, Trafalgar Ford, next door, through the Coconut Grove. Elementary, Trafalgar Middle, Varsity Lakes Middle and Veterans Park Academy for THE RIVER - APRIL 3, 2015 19 Author Speaks To Sold-Out Crowd Vice chair Cheryl Hilldore, author Lee Strobel and board member Lazaro Miel From left: Lifeline Family Center Board member Lazaro Miel, Rev. Paul deJong of First Presbyterian Church of Fort Myers, Sheryl deJong and board member Bob Minahan ven the standing room was gone for the 18th annual Benefit Dinner for Lifeline Family Center featuring New York Times best-selling author Lee EStrobel. Strobel was the keynote speaker at the March 26 dinner attended by a record crowd of 550 people at McGregor Baptist Church in Fort Myers. He is the former legal editor of the Chicago Tribune and the author of 20 books, including his best known work, The Case for Christ, and other faith-based books. Formerly an avowed atheist, Strobel became a Christian after his investigation proved to him that God does exist. “We are very pleased that Lee Strobel came to Southwest Florida to share his insight from the exhaustive research he has done affirming that God and Jesus Christ exist,” said Kathy Miller, Lifeline Family Center president and founder. The center provides a home in Cape Coral for homeless young women in crisis pregnancies to help them become self-supporting through education, job training, par- Lifeline Family Center Board member Bob Board member Wanda Jones and her hus- enting classes, professional counseling and spiritual guidance. It is the only residential Minahan and his wife, Judy band Richard program in Lee County for homeless young women in crisis pregnancies who are not part of the foster care program. Lifeline Family Center serves up to 12 young women, ages 16 to 22, and up to 24 babies at a time. The non-profit also operates a 24/7 Pregnancy Phone Helpline, provides free pregnancy tests, free ultrasounds by appoint- ment and does outreach to all areas of Lee County, including all college cam- puses. Board member Camille Herdoiza and Duane Kaitfors The center receives no government funding and is wholly dependent upon donations from individuals, church- es and corporations as well as United Way funding. For more information, visit www.LifelineFamilyCenter.org Joanne Atkins, board advisor Fred Atkins and New York Times best-selling author Lee Strobel Lifeline Family Center founder and CEO Board chair Barbara Montgomery with Lee Mary Reardon and JoAnn Catti Kathy Miller with Lee Strobel Strobel Board advisor Phil Rice and his wife Regina 20 THE RIVER - APRIL 3, 2015 Alliance presents Broadsides: Poetry From page 13 ArtPoems Returns Off The Shelf. Now in its second year, elebrate National Poetry Month Broadsides merges the words of 15 poets New Adventures Of Ozzie And Harriet at the Alliance for the Arts with with images created by 15 visual artists cage), he decided to eat on his own,” said Dr. Brittany Stevens, DVM intern. After two Cthe return of ArtPoems on into printed posters. Historically, “broad- days in the clinic, he lost weight, a common but concerning development that usually Wednesday, April 8 at 7 p.m. sides” are a form of printed communica- occurs due to stress. Most wild animals that find themselves in captivity – and subjected Now in its 9th year, ArtPoems pairs a tion containing a mixture of text and to the unfamiliar sights, sounds and smells of humans – become frightened, which can group of 11 visual artists with 11 poets, images, typically designed to be posted trigger weight loss. “He was a little bit down from intake weight,” Dr. Brittany added. each receiving inspiration from the other in a public places. Broadsides: Poetry Off Being quite familiar with this type of reaction, Dr. Heather Barron, hospital direc- to create new works to be read live on The Shelf begins at 7 p.m. There is a tor, made the decision to give Ozzie a change of scenery. “If he’s outside, it is so much the night of the event. Poets perform $10 suggested donation. easier to keep him clean and he’ll have the normal daylight cycle which will help his their works, while the paintings, sculp- Participating artists include Hoolie appetite. We put branches out for him, for low perches.” tures, photography and mixed media Prytyka, Sheila Elsea, Toni Ferrell, Krista After a few days in a quiet room in the clinic’s ICU, the eagle was indeed moved to artworks they inspired are exhibited. A Johnson, Cheryl Fausel, David Acevedo, an outdoor enclosure that is specifically designed for raptors: large avians like hawks, local musician and Dance Alliance will Buck Ward, Tracy Cullimore, Dennis great horned owls and eagles need plenty of space to extend their expansive wings. accompany several of the ArtPoems pre- Church, Steve Chase, Leila Mesdaghi, Ozzie should begin taking short flights once the fractured bone has healed and the sentations. Jeffrey Scott Lewis, Celeste Borah, bandages are removed. There is a $10 suggested donation at Marilyn Hedlund and Terry Lynn Spry. In the meantime, he relaxes by perching atop tree branches between feedings and the door. Visit www.ArtInLee.org or call Participating poets include Lorraine therapy sessions. Every three days, he is carried inside for physical therapy during 939-2787 to learn more. Walker Williams, Mary Beth Lundgren, which his wings are manually extended so that the muscles don’t shorten from lack of Participating poets include Dorothy Linda Hughes, Robert Hiatt, Marilyn use. Brooks, Carol Drummond, Dan England, Mecca, Jim Gustafson, John Robilotta, Ozzie continues to eat well on his own and appears to enjoy the protein-rich meals Joyce Berrian Ferrari, Holly McEntyre, Marnie Heenan, Joan Heller Winokur, that are being offered to him at CROW: rats, mice and herring, a fatty fish that helps Gary MacLouth, Joe Pacheco, Sid John Davis, Larry Stiles, Jim Brock, Gary him maintain a healthy weight. Simon, Larry Stiles, Lorraine Walker McLouth, Joe Pacheco and Jesse Millner. When word spread that Ozzie had been injured and was being treated at CROW, Williams and Dr. Pat Washington. These events are made possible in part his fans wanted to know every detail of his progress. “I am receiving over 100 Ozzie Participating artists include Honey with support from the Florida Division of emails a day!” exclaimed Kenny Howell, CROW’s marketing manager. If you would Costa, Megan Davis, Vic Delnore, Paula Cultural Affairs. For more information like to keep up with his progress, go to www.crowclinic.org and look on the Patient Eckerty, Kellen Beck Mills, Jan Palmer, about both of these unique celebrations of Status page. Ozzie’s condition is updated regularly. Paul Rodino, Roy Rodriguez, Jonas poetry and art, visit www.ArtInLee.org or CROW (Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife, Inc.) is a non-profit wildlife Stirner, Berry Van Boekel and Christina call 939-2787. hospital providing veterinary care for native and migratory wildlife from our local Wyatt. The Alliance for the Arts is located at area. The hospital accepts patients seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mail On Thursday, April 16, the Poetry 10091 McGregor Boulevard, just south donations to PO Box 150, Sanibel, FL 33957. Call 472-3644 or visit: www.crow- of Colonial Boulevard in Fort Myers. clinic.org. Book Review Ole Man River in the movie musical all about my husband being sent away Showboat. That’s him. on trumped-up accusations and none of Comes The Rodman paints a beautiful verbal pic- it matters. When I hear the Red Army ture of Russian landmarks, including the band playing The International or when Revolution: ornate church of Saint Basil, just outside Paul Robeson sings the Soviet National Red Square. He talks about how Birdie Anthem, my heart still beats faster, tears Birdie’s Story always carried with her a bust of one of come to my eyes. Right away, I’m home. by Di Saggau Russia’s leading stage directors, Vladimir These are my people and I’m not able to Mayerhoff. This fact is true. He also let go of the dream.” anibel author invented a relationship between the two The book is an inspiring tribute to a Karl Rodman that may or may not be true. strong-willed woman who had a compli- Shas penned a Birdie’s feelings and the issues she cated affair with Soviet Russia. Comes fascinating, fiction- struggled with are expressed in the book The Revolution: Birdie’s Story is avail- allized biography when she tells a friend, “I saw how bad it able at Bailey’s General Store, island of his aunt Birdie, was. I’ve always known it. I lived through bookstores and on Amazon.com. I thor- a strong, deter- it. I saw people starve while I ate roy- oughly enjoyed reading it and know you mined woman who ally. I saw the terror firsthand. You know will too. worked hard for what she believed. The book is a sort of love-letter to her. Rodman told me each category. In addition to the mon- that when Birdie died at 100, it seemed Symphony Holds etary awards, the overall winner is given to him that her story was worth telling. a guest performance with the Southwest He said Birdie was quite reticent to talk to America. Rodman feels that boredom, and having no prospects along with ideal- Competition For Florida Symphony Orchestra during its about the Russia period in her life. He 2015-16 season. knew a few details and felt free to invent ism, made her want to help build a bet- ter world. Birdie travels to Russia where Young Artists Sunday’s activities feature the Marilyn those that he didn’t know. Having led Van Sickle Voice Competition from noon tours to the Soviet Union, much of the she has a romance with a writer who is n Saturday and Sunday, April 11 denounced and sent to Siberia. Birdie, and12, the Southwest Florida to 4 p.m. It is open to high school, col- settings and some of the characters lege and graduate school students major- come from his own experiences. pregnant with his child, makes several OSymphony Society will hold two trips to the camps in Siberia to try and young artists competitions in the U ing in music whose primary instrument is On the front of the book is a charcoal the voice. The winner is awarded a schol- sketch of Birdie. That portrait hangs set him free. Tobe Performance Hall on the campus After meeting an American journal- of FGCU. Admission is free. arship of $2,000 per year not to exceed today on her daughter’s wall. She and her four years. daughter had a complicated relationship ist whom she marries, Birdie moves Saturday’s activities will feature the back to America just before World War Jillian Prescott Music Competition from 9 Further information about these com- which is obvious in the first few pages of petitions, including an application form the book. The exchange between the two II. However, she does not turn her back a.m. to 5 p.m. It is open to students ages on her socialist ideals. Over the span of 12 to 22. The competition is two-tiered is available on the SWFL Symphony of them is a true one. website at www.SWFLSO.org under the Birdie’s story starts out in 1931, 50 years, many important events take with a youth category for ages 12 to 17 place including The Korean War, the and a young adult category for ages 18 Symphony Society section. Email Nancy under the cloud of the Great Depression. Epple, competition chairperson, at nep- Twenty-one-year-old Birdie, a Jewish Rosenberg trial, Krushchev’s speech, the to 22. Prizes are awarded in the different House Un-American Activities Committee instrument classifications (voice, strings, [email protected] if additional assistance New Yorker, loses her job. A friend con- is needed. vinces Birdie that her role in life is to and even a concert by political activist woodwinds, percussion, keyboard, and Paul Robeson. If that name doesn’t ring brass) as well as an overall winner for A continental breakfast is served on make the world a better place, specifically both days for a fee of $5. by working to bring a Soviet revolution a bell, picture the young man who sang THE RIVER - APRIL 3, 2015 21 New Opportunities at Shell Point The public is invited and many of these events are FREE ! Series Shell Point’s Life Enrichment Series offers the opportunity to discover new things about yourself and the world you live in. Concerts, presentations, lectures, shows, special events, and more! Apr explore imagine laugh learn play create inspire 2015 Apr 5 Easter Sunday Apr 9 David Osborne Trio Resurrection with Diane Bish at 7:30pm. Oklahoma native David at 6:15pm. Celebrate Easter Sunday with Osborne has impressed millions with organist Diane Bish, an influential classical his romantic piano performances, organist with dazzling virtuosity and unique including President Obama and showmanship. Her performances have former presidents Carter, Reagan, been hailed by critics as stunning, fiery, and Bush, and Clinton. Tickets are $35. astonishing. Tickets are $10. Visit www.shellpoint.org/concerts, Visit www.shellpoint.org/seasonofpraise or call (239) 454-2147. or call 454-2067. FREE Apr 6-10 Apr 13 Anna Tsukervanik, Shell Point Juried Violinist at 7pm. Violinist Anna Tsukervanik has studied music from the early age of 4. By Photo Contest and age 15, Anna had won first place in multiple Show from 9am to 3pm. international competitions. Hear Anna’s View stunning photographs talented touch on the violin during an intimate taken by Shell Point’s own talented resident photographers, hour of classical music. Discussion and including juried photo show participants who won several ribbons refreshments will follow. Tickets are $25. in past years. Categories include architecture, wildlife, travel, and Visit www.shellpoint.org/concerts, or call (239) 454-2067. more. For information, call (239) 454-2290. FREE Apr 8,14,22,28 Learn More About Shell Point at 9:30am. JoinJ Shell Point Retirement Community for an informative presentation about Shell Point’s signatures Lifestyle with Lifecare, followed by a narrated bus tour that will sshowcase the community’s resort-style retirement options and amenities. Plus, learn about Shell Point’s newest neighborhood, TheT Estuary. Call (239) 466-1131 or 1-800-780-1131. *Please*Pl note: t If you are unablebl to attend a class that includes a fee, kindly give 24 hours notice to receive a refund. Visit www.shellpoint.org/LES for full listings of this month’s events! (239) 466-1131 • www.shellpoint.org/events Shell Point is located in Fort Myers, 2 miles before the Sanibel Causeway. Shell Point is a non-profit ministry of The Christian and Missionary Alliance Foundation ©2015 Shell Point. All rights reserved. SLS-2887-15 22 THE RIVER - APRIL 3, 2015 Performing Arts Hall. Under his direc- Gulf Coast Symphony To tion, the hall presented numerous blockbuster Broadway musicals, includ- Honor Two Community Leaders ing the Southwest Florida premieres of he Gulf Coast Symphony’s Disney’s The Lion King, The Radio City Phantom of the Opera Masquerade Christmas Spectacular featuring the TBall on Saturday, April 11 will be Rockettes, Jersey Boys, and The Book of an evening reminiscent of the elegant Mormon. The hall also gained national rec- masquerade ball in the Phantom of the ognition for opening the second national Opera. The evening will feature a live tour of the Broadway mega-hit Wicked, as and silent auction, gourmet dinner, and well as the national tour of Chitty Chitty awards presentation to two people for Bang Bang. His producing credits include their dedication and commitment to the Flanagan’s Wake, Late Nite Catechism, Gulf Coast Symphony and arts com- The New York Rat Pack and Tony n’ munity-at-large. They are: Scott Saxon, Tina’s Wedding. In 2008, Saxon founded general manager of the Barbara B. Mann the Lee County High School Musical Performing Arts Hall, and Jonathan Awards, which has awarded over $50,000 Daitch, MD, medical director of Advanced to local high school musical programs and Pain Management and Spine Specialists. over $35,000 in scholarships to individual A special cabaret performance by Gary performers in those musicals. He currently Mauer and Elizabeth Southard, who per- serves as a board member of the Florida formed the roles of the Phantom and Repertory Theatre, previously served on Christine on Broadway, will complete the the Board of the Lee County Alliance for Dr. Jonathan Daitch evening. the Arts (2008-2013). Proceeds from the event will benefit Daitch has volunteered with the Gulf Coast Symphony since its inception 20 years Gulf Coast Symphony music education ago. He serves as concertmaster and string section leader, and is a longtime and gen- programs and community performances. Scott Saxon erous benefactor of the organization. In addition to the Gulf Coast Symphony, Daitch Tickets are $150, and may be reserved is an ardent supporter of the annual Edison Science Fair in Fort Myers. He has resided by calling 277-1700 or visiting www.GulfCoastSymphony.org. The event begins in Fort Myers since 1991, where he opened the first office-based interventional pain at 6 p.m., and will be held at the Kelly Greens Country Club,12300 Kelly Greens management practice in Southwest Florida, Advanced Pain Management and Spine Boulevard in Fort Myers. Specialists (APMSS) in 2001. With the sustained success of the practice, APMSS “We are thrilled to honor two members of our community who have consistently moved to a larger location on College Parkway in late 2008. The new building con- worked to make Southwest Florida a better and stronger cultural region,” said Gulf tains APMSS as well as an ambulatory surgery center where interventional pain proce- Coast Symphony Music and Executive Director Andrew M. Kurtz. “These two men dures are performed. Daitch’s credentials include being a fellow of the World Institute embody the ideal community member, actively giving of themselves to make Lee of Pain, board certified by the American Board of Interventional Pain Physicians, a cer- County a better place to live, work and play.” tified independent medical examiner, and an active member of ASIPP. Daitch teaches Saxon is in his ninth season as the general manager of the Barbara B. Mann and lectures throughout Florida and the United States. Best Family-friendly Vacation Spot in the Sanibel Is Voted U.S as well as Top Tourist Town. “The Travel Awards are such a unique Best For U.S. program because we rely on real fami- lies to vote on their favorite destinations Family Vacation – from awe-inspiring science museums to charming American towns with rich history and culture,” said Ann Hallock, editor-in-chief of FamilyFun magazine. “The winners in each category represent places where families have formed last- ing memories and offer adventures for all types of interests, for animal lovers to his- tory and science buffs.” ‘We are absolutely delighted that Sanibel Island was chosen by American families as their most favorite of all vacation destinations in the U.S. ” said Ric Base, president of the Sanibel and Captiva Islands Chamber of Commerce. “We have always treasured our family visi- tors and this is the greatest compliment Fishing and wildlife are among Sanibel’s attractions that they could pay us.” photo by Nick Adams Photography The Francis P. Bailey, Jr. Chamber Visitor Center, is located on the right at as the Smithsonian’s National Museum USA. The FamilyFun recommendations the entrance to Sanibel Island and wel- of Natural History in Washington covered a wide variety of locations and comes over 165,000 visitors each year. D.C., Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and interests that included animal attractions, The visitor center, open 365 days a year Children at the Sanibel Lighthouse Aquarium, Nebraska and the town of state parks and science museums. The and provides visitors comprehensive photo by Milissa Sprecher Photography Savannah, Georgia for the most coveted two thousand respondents from four information about things to do, places to prize of Favorite U.S. Family Friendly regions – West, Midwest, South, and visit, where to stay, shop and dine. The n the April 2015 issue of FamilyFun Vacation Destination. Northeast – were asked to rate more than chamber website www.sanibel-captiva.org magazine, Sanibel Island was declared Sanibel boasts 250 types of shells, 460 vacation spots in the five categories. provides nearly 1 million website referrals Ithe Number One Top Tourist Town 230 types of birds, 50 species of fish, 25 Results have been revealed in FamilyFun per year to chamber members. in the Country and the overall Number miles of bike paths, 15 miles of unspoiled April 2015 issue which features the full Reaching an audience of more than One Family Tourist Attraction winner beaches and zero stop lights. list of winners, as well as the Top 10 that 4.6 million, FamilyFun magazine gives across all categories and regions. The awards came as a result of a received the highest scores across all cate- parents ideas and inspiration needed to Sanibel beat global attractions, such survey given to families traveling with gories. Sanibel was rated top overall – the create unforgettable family moments. kids ages three to 12 from across the best of the best – with an award for The THE RIVER - APRIL 3, 2015 23 String Quartet Teen Improv To Perform Workshops he Cypress String Quartet – com- prised of Cecily Ward, violin; Tom TStone, violin; Ethan Filner, viola; and Jennifer Kloetzel, cello – will per- form a recital at the Sidney and Berne Davis Art Center, 2301 First Street, on Friday, April 24 at 8 p.m. The program will include Schulhoff’s Divertimento, Bartók’s Quartet No. 4 and Beethoven’s String Quartet Op. 59 No. 3. Cocktails will be served before the concert at 7 p.m. Tickets are $20 in advance or $25 at the door. Call 333-1933 for go online at www.sbdac.com. Cypress String Quartet photo by Gregory Goode Beethoven’s Quartet Op. 59 No. 2 is “Schulhoff’s rarely heard Divertimento is such as Leon Fleisher, Jon Nakamatsu, featured on the Cypress’ newest album, full of cleverness and shows the promise Awadagin Pratt, Gary Hoffman and Zuill Lucy Harris Beethoven: Middle Quartets, released of this amazing young composer (the Bailey. last November. The Cypress Quartet has piece was written when he was just 20 To date, the Cypress Quartet has he Laboratory Theater of Florida steeped itself in performing Beethoven’s years old).” commissioned and premiered over 30 will be hosting two workshops on string quartets over the last 18 years. Formed in San Francisco in 1996, the pieces, four of which were chosen for Timprovisation on Sunday, May 3. “Hardly a week has passed that we group created a signature sound through Chamber Music America’s list of 101 Popular local improv instructor Lucy haven’t been studying or performing one intense readings of JS Bach’s chorales. Great American Ensemble Works. Harris, whose training includes Improv of Beethoven’s string quartets,” said cel- Built up from the bottom register of the Commissioned composers include with Chicago City Limits, will be back list Jennifer Kloetzel. “Our first 12 years quartet and layered like a pyramid, the Benjamin Lees, Jennifer Higdon, Kevin at The Laboratory Theater to lead these together were spent exploring, perform- resulting sound is clear and transparent, Puts and Elena Ruehr. informative and fun workshops. ing, and crafting our ‘take’ on the Late allowing the texture of the music to be The members of the Cypress Quartet The workshop, for ages 12 to 15, Quartets and then we made the choice to discerned immediately. play exceptional instruments includ- will be from noon to 3 p.m. The work- move backwards in time to these robust, The Cypress String Quartet continues ing violins by Antonio Stradivari (1681) shop for ages 16 to 18 will be from 4 earthy pieces – the Middle Quartets – so to maintain a busy national and interna- and Carlos Bergonzi (1733), a viola by to 7 p.m. Thanks to a generous grant rich and massive after the more spiritual tional tour schedule, making appearances Vittorio Bellarosa (1947) and a cello from the Southwest Florida Community Late Quartets.” in concert series and in venues including by Hieronymus Amati II (1701). The Foundation, the theater is able to offer The Cypress Quartet released record- the Kennedy Center, Library of Congress, Cypress Quartet takes its name from the free theater instruction to young people ings of Beethoven’s late string quartets Stanford Lively Arts, Krannert Center and set of 12 love songs for string quartet, ages 18 and under. The young people in three volumes from 2009-12, with a the 92nd Street Y’s series at SubCulture, Cypresses, by Antonin Dvorák. benefit by growing their interpersonal full box set released in March 2012. Of a new downtown music venue in New For more information, visit www. communication and thinking skills and by Czech composer Erwin Schulhoff’s rarely York. Their collaborators include artists cypressquartet.com. being directed to work cooperatively and performed Divertimento, Kloetzel said, creatively by trained professionals. The community benefits by having young peo- ple involved in a safe, cooperative activity From page 9 which teaches life skills, quick-thinking, self-confidence, reading and understand- Fort Myers Fare ing non-verbal communication, and sharing. Popular improv games such as for patrons. The GPS coordinates are breakfast, lunch and dinner. Grille serves all of your favorite dishes for Freeze, Forward/Reverse, Fairytale and 26”27’23.41” N • 81”57’15.18” W. After a triumphant day of fishing, lunch and dinner. In addition to its previ- House Party are just a few of the games 1131 First Street, Fort Myers Beach bring your catch to the restaurant: “If you ous menu, the restaurant is also serving that will be played. at the Fort Myers Historic Seaport at hook it, our chef will cook it.” gourmet flat breads prepared in a wood The free workshop will accept 25 stu- Nervous Nellie’s Marina. Call 463-8077. A late night bar features live music fire stove with fresh oak. Wood-fired dents for each of the workshop sessions nightly. A fresh seafood market, bait shop steaks fill out the menu, including a ribeye on a first-come, first-served basis on the SS HOOKERS and gifts are also on site. and a porterhouse, to go along with our day of the workshop. 17501 Harbour Pointe Drive, Fort famous wood fired filet mignon. Upcoming workshops will include Set Get hooked on great cuisine and spir- Myers. Call 466-4377. Happy hour and live music are fea- Design and Audition Skills. its at SS Hookers. The restaurant pays tured daily. For more information, call 218-0481. tribute to the rich history of Punta Rassa, SUNSHINE GRILLE 8700 Gladiolus Drive, Fort Myers. Call The theater is located at 1634 Woodford the home of big game fishing. It serves 489-2233. Avenue in Fort Myers. American cuisine with a Cajun twist. Formerly known as the Sunshine Waterfront dining is available daily for Seafood Cafe and Lounge, Sunshine Young Artists Awards Gala n Monday, March 16, the 12th annual Young Artists Awards OGala was held at the Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre, Fort Myers. With over 450 in attendance at the sold-out event, $25,000 in cash scholarships were awarded to area students in the performing arts. From left: Katherine Boren, executive director; Lois Thome, WINK-TV; Jinji Miel Martine; Courtney Camarillo; Noah Waddell; Proceeds from the silent auction ben- Bryanna Walker; Sarah Nelson; Danny Pate, CenturyLink; Brian Hamman, Lee County Commission efitted the Young Artists Awards Art by Voice/Musical Theatre, Fort Myers High Noah Waddell, Instrumental Music, Dance, Sarah Nelson, Pace University. Kids with Cancer program. School; homeschooled; Noah Waddell was also named Judges The overall category winners named Courtney Camarillo, Drama, Cypress Classical Voice, Bryanna Walker, Overall winner and Audience Choice win- were: Lake High School; Cypress Lake High School; ner. Jinji Miel Martine, Contemporary 24 THE RIVER - APRIL 3, 2015 Fiddlesticks Tops United Way Campaign Goal he Fiddlesticks Community recently concluded its United Way TCampaign and at a closing recep- tion announced that it exceeded its goal of $200,000 by raising $207,029. Fiddlesticks Campaign Chair Jack Rogers made the announcement at a reception and thank-you event held at The Fiddlesticks United Way Campaign Committee: Dick Bean, Paul Pearson, Katherine Van der Mey, Ann Deming, Nancy Clair, Gerry the Fiddlesticks Club House. He also Wolken and Jack Rogers. announced that 10 Fiddlesticks residents Smith, president of the United Way of United Way Partner Agencies and more borhoods. gave $10,000 or more and became Lee, Hendry, Glades, and Okeechobee. than 200 programs such as Big Brothers In addition to raising funds for human members of the Alexis de Tocqueville “Fiddlesticks residents have shown that Big Sisters, Harry Chapin Food Bank, service organizations, the United Way Society of the United Way. Fifty residents they want to make our community a bet- Children’s Advocacy Center, and United promotes partnerships and collaborations gave $1,000 or more to the campaign ter place for all of us by helping people Way 211 serve a diverse range of needs among agencies and initiatives, helping and became members of the United when they need it the most.” in our community such as nurturing chil- them work together focusing on issues Way’s Keel Club. Since 1998 the Since the inception of United Way in dren and youth, strengthening families, and solutions that continue to improve Fiddlesticks Community has raised over 1957, $137 million has been raised in meeting critical needs such as helping the lives. $2.3 million for the United Way. our community. All money raised stays elderly and disabled live independently, For more information, or to make a “The tremendous enthusiasm and hard in the local community to help support and empowering communities by bring- contribution, call 433-2000 or visit www. work of the Fiddlesticks campaign com- the local human service network. The 82 ing health and human services to neigh- unitedwaylee.org. mittee really made a difference,” said Cliff Publix And March Of Dimes Celebrate 20 Years Together Renaissance at Rosemary Park, a completed Habitat development March of Dimes National Ambassador Elijah Jackson, center, his parents Todd and Elise Jackson, with Publix CEO Ed Crenshaw and President Todd Jones Habitat 101 ince 1995, Publix Super Markets, Inc. has worked alongside the March of Luncheon Set Dimes towards its mission for stronger, healthier babies. During those 20 Syears, Publix customers and associates have raised $51 million to help give all For April 21 babies a healthier start. abitat for Humanity offers a In that time, March of Dimes has seen great success, including in 2000, such as hand up – not a hand out – to when the Folic Acid Campaign led to a sharp decline in neural tube defects, in 2006; Hstruggling families in need of The PREEMIE Act sped development of prevention strategies for preterm labor and affordable homes in the community. birth; in 2008, when all states required screening of newborns for 21 or more serious Those interested in learning more about but treatable conditions; the 2012 launch of the Healthy Babies are Worth the Wait Habitat for Humanity and the organiza- campaign to ensure that more babies get at least 39 weeks; and the 2013 Prematurity tion’s work in Lee and Hendry coun- Campaign paid off in a 15-year low in the premature birth rate. ties, may attend a Habitat 101 session To support more breakthroughs for babies, Publix will ask its customers to join in its at noon on Tuesday, April 21, at the Patricia and Edgar Garcia annual fundraising drive from April 6 to 26. The campaign coincides with March for Administrative Office, 1288 N. Tamiami as though I had died and gone to heaven. Babies, the March of Dimes signature event, on April 25 in most areas. Associates will Trail, North Fort Myers. A tour of the I could barely get out of bed the next sell the cutouts at the checkout and ask customers to sign their name or the name of a North Fort Myers campus will follow the morning because I was so comfortable.” baby they love. luncheon. He said having a home has allowed Publix is the #2 March for Babies Team in the country. Lunch will be provided; reservations the family to have a social life again. “We “Publix is one of our most valued partners and their commitment to the community are required; call 652-1678. have reconnected with friends because we is matched by their associates’ enthusiasm for this campaign. We are grateful to have “I am so happy to be in my new now have a gathering place. My children the support of Publix, and their associates and customers,” said Julie Laird, regional home with my wife Patricia and our three are so happy and have made great neigh- vice president, March of Dimes. “The dollars they raise are vital to continuing the life- children,” said Edgar Garcia a Habitat borhood friends. We are very thankful to saving research, advocacy, and education.” homeowner in Bonita Springs. “I was have this home.” Everyone is encouraged to join in the celebration. To find a March for Babies near surprised at the number of people who Habitat 101 is offered the third you, visit marchforbabies.org to sign up and raise additional funds. came to our home dedication to bless our Tuesday of each month. Visit habitat4hu- home. We slept in it that very night! I felt manity.org for dates, time and location. Read us online at IslandSunNews.com THE RIVER - APRIL 3, 2015 25 rooms. Many of these students already School Smart know as much as half of the material by Shelley M. being covered at school, and the majority Greggs, NCSP of their teachers have no specialized train- ing in education for the gifted, according ear to NAGC. Shelley, “The most common problem is that D My fifth they don’t learn to work,” said Maureen grade son, who Neihart, a clinical child psychologist and is gifted, is not at coauthor of the book The Social and all challenged at Emotional Development of Gifted school. He does Children. Children who earn good not have to study grades and high praise with relative ease Mentors with the graduating students and finishes all his may not learn how to try hard and to work without any persevere when things are difficult. They Aspiring Hawk, Louise Jackson, Jane Manning, effort. I know this does not sound like a begin to link their academic success with Latoyia Sorey, Corey Stamereilers and problem but it is because he is not enjoy- innate intelligence and fail to understand Entrepreneurs Dale Thompson. Business plans ranged ing school, not learning how to study, nor the role that consistent work and effort from cleaning services to jewelry kiosks. how to apply himself to complete difficult plays in achievement. When schoolwork Graduate “The class meant trying something I tasks. I don’t know how to help him with finally becomes demanding, usually in wasn’t sure I could,” said Hawks, who this situation. What can be done? high school or college, they are often in en aspiring entrepreneurs are hopes to launch her business, Hawk Jennifer P., Estero, Floirda for a shock and may lack the determi- now closer to starting their own Advocates, for individuals with disabilities. Jennifer, nation and self-confidence to succeed, Tsmall businesses after completing “Being myself a person with a disability, This is not an unusual situation for a Neihart said. the Goodwill MicroEnterprise course. I’m going to help other people with dis- gifted student. Many students who are This places them at risk for under- The graduation ceremony took place abilities.” gifted already know the information pre- achievement that can become a signifi- on March 26 at Keiser University, Fort Delivering the commencement speech sented to them at school. While many cant problem for these children. Some Myers. was Dr. Guido Minaya, managing part- people do not think that gifted students refuse to do the work that is asked of The Goodwill Southwest Florida ner at Minaya Learning Global Solutions need guidance, in fact they do. The needs them; others rebel against school. Boys MicroEnterprise Institute helps emerging LLC. of many gifted children are largely over- are two to three times more likely to entrepreneurs start new ventures and “You’re going to need to be inspired looked, some educational experts say. underachieve than girls. Some students grow small businesses. Graduates com- every day,” said Minaya. “The only way “There is a pervasive myth that gifted act out to make things more interesting, plete a 12-module business and manage- to find out what you don’t know is to kids will be fine on their own,” said Jane including becoming hostile toward their ment training course over six weeks and learn.” Clarenbach, director of public education teachers and peers. Others melt into work with mentors who are successful The institute is administrated by at the National Association for Gifted the woodwork in an attempt not to be businesspersons. Mentors for the recent Goodwill Industries of Southwest Florida, Children (NAGC). noticed. In the most severe cases, chil- session were Fred Elliott, Debra Newman Inc. and is part of Goodwill’s mission to The NAGC estimates that there are dren can develop school phobias, anxiety, and Steve Thomas. The class facilitator provide life-changing opportunities to about three million academically gifted or depression. was James Wallert. people with disabilities and disadvantages students in the United States and most of “The best learning takes place when Graduating the course were David to achieve independence. these children spend at least 80 percent continued on page 29 Ambrozewicz, Cynthia Carlson, Ellen To learn more visit www.goodwillswfl. of their time in regular education class- Elfstrom, Carlos Goncalves, Heather org/microenterprise or call 995-2106 ext. 2219. hear about the needs, you want to give because you know how it helps our community.” FSW Dedicates Community Room He was particularly interested in Room AA-177 because the space is often used for educational panels, faculty meetings and campus events. With the community room, he hopes to ensure that FSW graduates are highly-trained, creative and possess the ability to strike up important relationships with others in the community. “I can’t tell you how important those things mean to you in life,” said Grissom. For more information about the FSW Foundation or how to make a gift, visit foun- dation.fsw.edu. inspire their students to adopt the charac- Teacher teristics of the five Uncommon Friends: Thomas Edison, Henry Ford, Harvey Nominations Firestone, Dr. Alexis Carrel, and Charles FSW President Jeff Allbritten, FSW Foundation Board Chair Tammy Surratt, Carl Grissom, Diana Grissom, daughter Carly Schwartzel, and Vice President of Institutional Lindbergh – intellectual giants who helped Advancement Louis Traina Sought shape the 20th century, and incorporate eachers who have utilized the them into their lives. he Florida SouthWestern State College Foundation dedicated The Carl and Uncommon Friends Foundation Nominated individuals must have used Diana Grissom Community Room on the Thomas Edison (Lee) Campus on Tcurriculum are encouraged to apply lessons from the Uncommon Friends TTuesday, March 17. for the Character Education Teacher Character Education curriculum, exhibit The College dedicated AA-177, a multi-purpose room, in honor of Sanibel Island Award to be presented by the foundation. characteristics of the Uncommon Friends residents Carl and Diana Grissom after the couple made a generous gift to the FSW The deadline for applying for the annual in their personal and professional life, and Foundation. award has been extended to Wednesday, have the endorsement of a school admin- “The foundation was very proud to accept the gift from the Grissoms to benefit the April 15. Teachers in public, private, istrator. FSW Faculty Development Center, a place where our faculty can meet and share new and charter schools in Lee, Charlotte, Criteria and the nomination form are ideas,” said Dr. Louis Traina, vice president of institutional advancement at FSW. and Collier counties are eligible to be available on the foundation’s website at “This gift will go a long way towards the continued education and development of nominated – either by themselves or co- www.uncommonfriends.org. The nomina- our faculty. Everybody who comes here will be able to realize how much Carl means workers. tion form and a letter of support from the to this institution and how his generosity will go a long way,” said FSW President Jeff Awards will be presented to the nominee’s supervising administrator need Allbritten. 2015 Champion Teachers during the to be sent to the Uncommon Friends Grissom, a financial representative with Northwestern Mutual Financial Network, Uncommon Evening dinner in the fall. Foundation, via email at angela@uncom- first moved to Lee County in 1979. Besides having served on the FSW Foundation The award recognizes outstanding educa- monfriends.org by the April 15 deadline. Board of Directors since 2011, Grissom has consistently given to the college to benefit tors who incorporate Lessons Learned Additional information about the nomina- various academic programs. from the Uncommon Friends to teach tion process and the award are available “I have always believed in education,” said Grissom. “When you see progress and character education. These educators by contacting the Uncommon Friends Foundation at 337-9503. 26 THE RIVER - APRIL 3, 2015 Habitat Marks Anniversary Of Women Build or the fifth year in a row, hundreds Pat Benner, Women Build 2014 Habitat Vanessa Saez and Ashley DeLeon, 2014 Women Build recipients of women in Lee County will kick volunteer Foff their stilettos for steel-toed children is worth it alone, we are creating shoes and help rehab two homes, for a place where they can feel safe and call two families, in two weeks. This year home,” she adds. will mark 10 families who have been In Lee County, over 17,000 families given a hand up through the Women spend more than 40 percent of their Build program of Habitat for Humanity income for rent. Many are forced to of Lee and Hendry counties. Women move often, requiring children to change Build is an initiative to encourage schools and lose academic momentum. women to take action against poverty Habitat provides decent homes for quali- housing conditions by recruiting, edu- fied low-income families with zero percent cating and inspiring women to build – mortgages. Mortgage payments are set and advocate for – simple, decent and at 30 percent or less of family income, affordable homes in their communities. keeping the home affordable. Over the last five years, 1,263 Women “The women of Women Build have Build donors raised $425,320 for Habitat changed my family’s life. My son and for Humanity of Lee and Hendry counties I now live in a safe, welcoming neigh- and 737 volunteers contributed 2,878 borhood, thanks to the hard work of hours to rehab eight homes for families many women through the course of the in need. Women Build process. My son now has a “I realized how important affordable yard where he can play freely without me housing was when I began to see the worrying about his safety. I am so grate- rental rates for a single family home ful to Habitat for Humanity of Lee and Women Build volunteers working on a Cape Coral rehab increase to an average of $1,000 a Hendry Counties and the Women Build month in my real estate career. The ris- program for giving us this opportunity. I $100,000 is achieved. Rehab work will living in poverty conditions in the United ing rates put home ownership out of have been so inspired by the work of the be completed in time for dedication of States. the reach of families, especially single volunteers who came together to make the homes on Saturday, May 9, when Local women are needed to help raise mothers. I knew I had to do something our dream come true,” says Vanessa keys are turned over to the new owners. $100,000 to fund the rehab of the two to make a difference, and Women Build Saez, 2014 Women Build homeowner. During Women Build 2015, homes homes and to provide womanpower (men has given me that platform. I continue The local initiative coincides with will be rehabbed in San Carlos Park and are welcome, too) for the construction. to volunteer for Women Build every year Mother’s Day for its significance as fami- Cape Coral For more information on donating to give back to hard-working moms in lies with children make up a staggering During National Women Build Week or participating, call 652-1677 or visit our community,” says Jeannie Steidel, number of those in need of adequate May 2 to 9, Habitat affiliates across the the Women Build website to create your Women Build 2015 captain for the housing. Work on the homes is scheduled nation join with women from all walks of team: www.habitat4humanity.donorp- Dream Team, and a realtor with ReMax to begin April 25 and continue through life to address the housing crisis that has ages.com/2015WomenBuild. Realty Group. “The impact it has on the May 8, pending the fundraising goal of resulted in more than 12 million children ing signs and locate community resources to help themselves or those they care about Dress For Success Project who are involved in an abusive relationship. Kotarski said, “It is an unfortunate fact that domestic violence is a prevalent issue. I Raises Funds For ACT believe that spreading knowledge about this issue will help people prevent themselves arbara Dell, executive director of Dress for Success Southwest Florida, has and others from falling victim to domestic violence. If this workshop saves one person announced that Michelle Kotarski of the Professional Women’s Group has from the devastating effects of domestic violence, then it will have been successful.” Bbeen selected to chair this year’s Community Action Project (CAP). Kotarski’s Kotarski was selected as the 2014-15 Dress for Success SW Florida delegate to project is called Knock Out Domestic Violence. represent PWG Worldwide with the Community Action Project, an annual project The public is invited to attend the free Knock Out Domestic Violence event from 10 designed by Dress for Success Global for the purpose of reaching out into the commu- a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 11 at Hodges University, 4501 Colonial Boulevard, nity and helping an underserved organization. Fort Myers. Guest speakers will include life coach and abuse survivor Amy Emee and The Professional Women’s Group (PWG) is a networking, job retention and profes- Colleen M. Henderson, community education coordinator at Abuse Counseling & sional development program that empowers employed Dress for Success SW Florida Treatment (ACT). A self-defense demonstration will be given by Fight Zone. clients to aspire to self-defined success through motivation, mentoring, resources, train- A light lunch will be provided and a $10 donation to ACT is suggested. Seating is ing and partnership with professional women in the community. Membership is life- limited, and RSVP is required by March 28 at [email protected]. long, free and open to all Dress for Success clients who are working or in school. Herself a survivor of domestic violence, Kotarski wishes to provide knowledge to Dress for Success is located at 12995 South Cleveland Avenue, Suite 153, Fort help individuals avoid the various types of abusive relationships, recognize the warn- Myers in the Pinebrook Plaza. For more information, email swflorida@dressforsuccess. org, call 689-4992 or visit www.DressForSuccess.org/swflorida.for women. THE RIVER - APRIL 3, 2015 27 It’s Been 25 Years Since Pete Rose Was Banned From Baseball; Is It Time For Him To Be Reinstated? by Ed Frank But the fact is there is a wide circle of fans and players that feel the once-fiery ust as spring Rose has been punished enough and his brings the start ineligibility should be lifted. No question of the Major J he was a great player, and many feel that League Baseball still today, he would be a valuable ambas- season, it seems sador to the game. that nearly every It’s doubtful, however, that even if he year, the question is reinstated he would ever be voted into arises – Should Baseball’s Hall of Fame. There’s a special Pete Rose be rein- Hall of Fame Committee composed of stated in baseball? Hall of Famers, executives and media that You may recall meets next year that could consider Rose that 25 years ago, on August 23, 1989, if he becomes eligible. to be exact, Rose signed an agreement But just look at the lowly votes players with then-Baseball Commissioner Bart such as Barry Bonds, Sammy Sosa, Mark Pete Rose during his playing days with the Cincinnati Reds Giamatti that made him “permanently McGwire and others – players tainted by photo by Stephen Dunn/Getty Images ineligible” from participating in Major the steroid scandal – have received in pre- League Baseball. Cincinnati is host to the All-Star Game seven-game road trip last weekend, cap- vious balloting. The agreement came after a lengthy in July, and the Reds faithful would sure turing 13 of the possible 14 points. To date, all Manfred has said is that he probe revealed that Rose had bet repeat- like to have their former player and man- The Everblades host Reading at 7:30 wants to carefully consider the matter and edly on the team he was managing, the ager partake in the festivities. p.m. on Friday and South Carolina on review the facts of the investigation that Cincinnati Reds, and other teams as well. It’s certain, however, that Manfred s Saturday at 7 p.m. Then they complete led to the ban. He is the fifth commis- The all-time hits leader also had wagered not going to be rushed into making a the regular season next weekend here sioner since Rose was banned. as a player. decision on Rose. against Orlando Friday and Saturday There’s another matter that must be Now, with a new commissioner in Playoff-Bound Everblades In nights. considered regarding Rose: He has a office, Rob Manfred, Rose has filed a First-Place Florida rides atop the ECHL Eastern nearly full-time job in Las Vegas at the petition for reinstatement. He has filed The streaking Florida Everblades hock- Division, three points ahead of Toledo. Mandalay Bay Hotel & Casino, sign- such petitions in the past that have been ey team closes out the regular 2014-15 If the Kelly Cup playoffs were to begin ing autographs and other memorabilia. rejected. season playing five of their remaining six now, Florida, with the No. 1 seed, would Reportedly, it is a lucrative job and he is If you ask 25 people on the street games on home ice at Germain Arena. oppose sixth-seeded Orlando in the first under contract until 2017. whether Rose should be re-admitted, Florida began the week with a season round. The Everblades are 8-3-1 against So how does this casino job fit into his you’ll probably get 25 different answers. record of 46-13-2-5, having gone unbeat- Orlando this season. request for reinstatement? en in their last 14 games. They finished a Goodwill Annual Golf Tournament oodwill Industries of Southwest Florida’s fifth annual golf fundraiser will be held Saturday, May 16 at Coral Oaks Golf Course in Cape Coral. Last year’s Gtournament raised over $14,000 in gross proceeds to benefit the agency’s programs and services. “This tournament is always such a good time,” says Goodwill’s community relations coordinator, Madison Mitchell. “Our players have fun, our staff has fun, and it is all for a wonderful cause.” The Goodwill Golf Classic will feature a raffle, and multiple contests such as Closest to the Pin, 50/50 raffle, and a longest drive competition. The Hole in One challenge winner will receive a getaway package. The cost to play is $60 for a single player, $240 for a four-person team and $100 Previous year’s tournament to sponsor a hole. To RSVP or for more information, call Mitchell at 995-2106 ext. 2213 or email “Last year Goodwill was able to assist nearly 40,000 people in Southwest Florida,” [email protected]. Players may also register at www.goodwillswfl.org/ says Mitchell. “That was possible because of the support of events like this one.” golfclassic2015. Top 10 Real Estate Sales Development City Year Built Square Footage Listing Price Selling Price Days On Market Captiva Landings Captiva 1993 7,149 $6,750,000 $5,900,000 281 Creekside Bonita Springs 1997 5,755 $2,100,000 $1,950,000 45 Seagate Sanibel 1981 3,750 $1,995,000 $1,850,000 484 Shell Harbor Sanibel 1969 2,610 $2,175,000 $1,830,000 85 Sanibel Estates Sanibel 1988 2,782 $1,294,500 $1,275,000 531 River Ridge Bonita Springs 1993 4,237 $1,395,000 $1,225,000 32 Fairview Isles Fort Myers Beach 1958 3,608 $1,094,000 $967,500 104 Lakewood Fort Myers 2014 3,410 $881,790 $860,000 153 Shenandoah Fort Myers 2004 3,492 $849,000 $800,000 109 Cape Coral Cape Coral 2012 2,500 $769,000 $735,000 352 Courtesy of Royal Shell Real Estate 28 THE RIVER - APRIL 3, 2015 Financial Focus if stock prices fall sharply during periods of volatility. Historically, however, bond Chamber To Host Control Your prices have typically increased when stock prices fell – although, of course, there are Program On Networking Emotions In no guarantees. So, if your portfolio con- bove Board Chamber of Florida will host a program titled Master Your sists of stocks and bonds, you are better Networking Skills from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Thursday, April 9 at The Volatile Markets positioned to weather the harshest effects ALandings Yacht, Golf and Tennis Club, 4540 S. Landings Drive in Fort Myers by Jennifer Basey of market turbulence. and Monday, April 13 at the Hilton Naples, located at 5111 Tamiami Trail North in To further prepare yourself for down- Naples. or the past turns, you may also want to diversify Spring is in the air, the perfect time for new growth. Business growth is as much few years, your fixed-income holdings to include about who you know as what you know. Do you know how to leverage your relation- Fthe stock investments such as U.S. Treasury bills, ship network to your best advantage? The April meeting will feature a panel of master market has moved certificates of deposit (CDs) and municipal networkers who will teach attendees how to establish relationships and turn their per- up fairly steadily, bonds. The percentages of each type of sonal network into a major business asset. with no major investment within your portfolio should The Fort Myers luncheon will be emceed by Lee County Commissioner Brian “corrections.” But be based on your goals, risk tolerance Hamman. Panelists include: Erica Castner, Queen of Results – business and break- thus far in 2015, and time horizon. through coach; Lisa Doyle-Mitchell, president of Your Walking Billboard; Barry we’ve already seen Finally, you can help yourself maintain Nicholls, adventurer/entrepreneur; and Rick Williams – CFO of Conric PR & periods of volatil- an even-keeled approach to investing by Marketing/Publishing. ity – enough, in always looking for quality. Typically, high- Sue Huff, owner of E. Sue Huff & Associates, Inc. Marketing and Management fact, to make some investors jittery. er quality investments fare better during Consulting will emcee the Naples luncheon. Panelists include: Erica Castner, Queen of Nervous investors may be more prone market declines and recover more quickly Results – business and breakthrough coach; Eileen Connolly-Keesler, President/CEO to make decisions based on short-term when the markets rebound. How can you of the Community Foundation of Collier County; Bob Harden, host and producer of market movements – so how can you judge whether a particular investment The Bob Harden Show; and Barry Nicholls, adventurer/entrepreneur. stay calm? is of good “quality?“ A long-term track Fort Myers registration: First of all, when evaluating your record is useful to study. It’s certainly true Registration on or before Friday, April 3 will be $22 for members and $28 for investment decisions, stay focused on that, as you have no doubt heard, “past friends. After April 3, registration will be $28 for members and $32 for friends. RSVP those factors that have historically driven performance is no guarantee of future at tinyurl.com/mpnsbx9. stock prices. The U.S. economy is grow- results,” but it’s nonetheless valuable to Naples registration: ing at a reasonably good pace, and know how a particular stock, for exam- Registration on or before Thursday, April 9 will be $25 for members and $28 for corporate earnings remain fairly strong. ple, has performed in various economic friends. After April 9, registration will be $28 for members and $33 for friends. RSVP Plus, stocks may not be as undervalued as environments. If it seems to have done at tinyurl.com/noqmf53. they were a few years ago – as measured well relative to others in its industry and Fuller On-Line Solutions is the sponsor for the Fort Myers meeting. Realtor Kristen by the price-to-earnings ratio (P/E) – but over long periods of time, that may give Weardon will sponsor the Naples meeting. For each luncheon meeting, non-profits can they still aren’t overly expensive, either. you a good idea of its quality. put up a free table, and members can put up a table for $25. Attendees must RSVP. Things can change, of course, but when It’s never easy to take all the emotions The event includes a plated lunch. market volatility seems to be primar- out of investing, especially during periods Non-members are encouraged to attend two meetings, then consider joining the ily caused by short-term events, such of market volatility. After all, you count chamber. To become a member, contact Jeanne Sweeney at 239-910-7426. as plunging oil prices, it’s important to on your investments to help provide you look beyond the headlines to these less with the type of future you’ve envisioned. glamorous, but probably more important, But by focusing on the fundamentals, put- fundamentals of good investing. By doing ting together an appropriate investment so, you can help avoid making fear-driven mix and constantly looking for quality, investment choices. you can help “de-stress” yourself – and, Correction What else can you do to help ensure as the American poet, novelist and histo- that you don’t let feelings of anxiety influ- rian JG Holland once said, “Calmness is he Uncommon Friends Foundation’s 2015 scholarships application deadline ence your investment moves? For one the cradle of power.” was incorrectly reported as April 15 in the March 20 edition of The River thing, evaluate your investment mix. If Jennifer Basey is a financial advisor TWeekly News. The correct deadline for submitting 2015 scholarship applica- you own too many stocks and stock- in Fort Myers. She can be reached at tions was April 1. For more information, visit http://uncommonfriends.org or call based vehicles, you could take a big hit [email protected]. Angela Melvin at 337-9503. AppleJuice active application indicators. window, the window gets skinny at the Another option to make your changes To make changes to your dock, go bottom and gets “sucked into” the dock. starts again with the Apple icon. Instead How To to the Apple icon in the top left corner. Switch to the Scale minimize effect and of System Preferences, click on Dock Here you’ll find two options to use to you’ll see windows now fly down into the for some short cuts to make the above Customize make your changes – System Preferences dock in less than a second. changes. and Dock. You now have five choices to try. Workshops are held the second Your Mac Dock Open System Preferences > Dock. Clicking Double-click a window’s title Tuesday of each month from 1 to 3 p.m., by Carol Rooksby The first thing you see is a slide bar for bar to minimize lets you double click the and meetings on the fourth Tuesday of Weidlich, President, Size. 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You can also set for toggling the The Genie effect is what all Macs do dock, look under the icons for the spot- [email protected] app-launch bounce, dock auto-hide, and by default. Whenever you minimize a light for programs you have open. THE RIVER - APRIL 3, 2015 29 “We are proud to be recognized among the best in the nation for consistently Lee Memorial Named Among Best providing safe, quality care,” said Jim Nathan, president and CEO of Lee Memorial Health System. “This achievement is a testament to the extraordinary care that our team of physicians, employees and volunteers provide and the lasting contribution they are having on the community’s health through achieving excellent outcomes.” Being in the top one percent means patients of Lee Memorial Hospital and HealthPark Medical Center are less likely to experience medical or surgical complica- tions, and have the best chances for survival during and after hospitalization. Healthgrades America’s 50 Best designation recognizes hospitals for consistent clin- ical excellence and exhibiting consistent superior performance in clinical outcomes for patients across a broad spectrum of care. Hospitals that have achieved this distinction set a clear and formal framework for improving quality which allows teams to evaluate and build on success, and quality is embedded in their culture. Other hospitals in the top one percent include the Mayo Clinic and New York Presbyterian. To learn more about how Healthgrades determines America’s Best Hospitals Award recipients, visit www.healthgrades.com/quality. From page 25 School Smart you have to reach – and have the supports to make the grab. We improve when we work at the edge of our competence, not when we stay in our comfort zone,” Neihart said. Healthgrades representative Christopher Lee, left, presents Donna Giannuzzi, chief admin- Parents who suspect that their child is gifted should trust their judgment about their istrative officer of HealthPark Medical Center, Lisa Sgarlata, chief administrative officer of child’s abilities and approach the school to determine specifically what the child’s Lee Memorial Hospital, and Jim Nathan, president of Lee Memorial Health System, with the Healthgrades 2015 America’s 50 Best Hospitals Award needs are and how they can be met. It is best to start by talking to the child’s teachers and move on to the principal if necessary. You may also want to provide challeng- ing opportunities outside of school as well to help develop motivation and skills for ee Memorial Hospital and HealthPark Medical Center have received the achievement. Healthgrades 2015 America’s 50 Best Hospitals Award, a distinction that For more information on underachieving gifted students visit http://www.nagc.org. Lplaces them in the top one percent of hospitals nationwide. This is the second Shelley Greggs is adjunct faculty at Florida SouthWestern State College, where consecutive year that Lee Memorial Hospital and HealthPark Medical Center have she teaches psychology and education courses. She is also a nationally certified received this prestigious recognition. school psychologist and consultant for School Consultation Services, a private Healthgrades, a leading online resource for comprehensive information about physi- educational consulting company. Questions for publication may be addressed to cians and hospitals, evaluates nearly every hospital in the nation (over 4,500 hospitals), [email protected]. Not all questions submitted can be addressed through this and no hospital can opt in or opt out, nor can they pay to be evaluated. publication. Doctor and Dietitian time in the evening or for a few hours in ing unit can help keep the spine in better Services has two locations: one in Oak the morning. alignment and relieve unnecessary pres- Park, Illinois, and one in Fort Myers. A Little Wisdom There’s more. Next time you’re out, sure on the body. It was established in 1991 by Ross notice all the heads down, necks and This information is not intended Hauser, MD, and Marion Hauser, MS, About Our Smart shoulders hunched over cell phones. to treat, cure or diagnose your condi- RD. They can be reached at info@car- This forward and curved posture actually tion. Caring Medical and Rehabilitation ingmedical.com. Devices causes health issues such as headaches, neck pain, shoulder pain and more. Dr. Dean Fishman, a chiropractor in Plantation, Florida, coined the phrase “text neck” to describe this condition. Share your community news with us. Texting isn’t the only culprit. We also spend hours hunched in front of our Call 415-7732, Fax: 415-7702 computers, tablets, readers, media players and games. Here’s what happens: As the or email [email protected] head moves forward from the shoulders, the center of gravity changes, causing an increase in pressure on the musculature over the head and shoulders due to the downward angle and weight of the head. by Ross Hauser, MD and Marion Can you believe the head weighs about Hauser, MS, RD 10 pounds? The more the head shifts for- ward, the greater the pressure around the e all love our cell phones, tab- neck area. This pressure also increases lets and mobile devices. From when in this head forward posture for Wchildren to teenagers, middle- prolonged periods of time. The frequent aged adults to seniors, all of us enjoy and prolonged flexion of the neck causes the benefits, fun and conveniences these changes in the cervical spine, the curve of mobile devices offer. The problem is the neck and the structures that support that we don’t want to put them down. the neck. This can cause neck pain and The information overload from our can eventually lead to arthritic degenera- devices has actually been linked to tion of the cervical spine. depression and anxiety, especially when Prevention is key. Try holding your overly attached or using multiple devices phone at eye level. Take breaks from at once. Give your brain a break and your digital devices, along with practic- power off the device. Consider putting ing good ergonomics at home and at the it away in a drawer for a few hours, or office. For those who use a computer choose to not look at it after a certain throughout the day, investing in a stand- 30 THE RIVER - APRIL 3, 2015 PACE Center Raises Over $40,000 At Grande Dames Tea Claudia Sailor, 2012 Grande Dame Anna Front row, 2015 Grande Dame Melvin “Boots” Tolles and Tolle’s sister Linda Hart Morgan, Fred Morgan; back row, son of Chicago Grande Dames Co-Chair Mary Fischer, Grande Dames Past Chair Dena Geraghty, and Fredrick Morgan, II and daughter Felicia Grande Dames Chair Deanna Hansen Mouzon PACE Board Chair Sandy Stilwell and Laura Hamel Jones, James Dozier and PACE Executive Director Meg Geltner and 2009 Grande Dame Eleanore Kleist and Grande Dames Mistress of Ceremonies 2015 Grande Dame Sharlene Hamel Dozier 2012 Grande Dame Michel Doherty Mei-Mei Chan Dawn-Marie Driscoll ACE Center for Girls of Lee so appropriate because each of these County raised a record $40,395 women had much to share from their Pat the 7th Annual Grande Dames own life’s journey,” Hansen said. Tea on March 20 at the Broadway Palm A special theatrical performance by in Fort Myers. the PACE girls was added this year, titled Sharlene Hamel Dozier of Fort Myers, A Lot Can Happen In a Year, that M. Jacqueline McCurdy of Bonita Springs described the challenges and triumphs and Melvin Morgan of Fort Myers were they have face in their young lives. The honored for their roles in Southwest emotional performance was directed by Florida history and their decades of ser- Stephanie Davis and Andi Horowitz. vice and helping others. Mei-Mei Chan, This is the seventh year of the historic The News-Press Media Group president Grande Dames Tea. Previous honorees and publisher, once again served as mis- have included philanthropists Berne Davis, tress of ceremonies. Eleanore Kleist and Barbara B. Mann in 2014 Grande Dame Sarah Sciple and her Kim Nealon with her mother, 2011 Grande Chair of the event was Deanna 2009; Jeanne Bochette, Helen Hendry Dame Kathleen Nealon Hansen with Mary Fischer serving as co- and Veronica Shoemaker in 2010; Myra daughter Elaine Sherer chair. Both are members of the PACE Daniels, Kathleen Nealon and Mimi nated by PACE Center for Girls of Lee answer format. Lee Board of Directors. Straub in 2011; Michel Doherty, Mavis County to honor women who have White House/Black Market was the “These three outstanding women come Stinson Miller and Anna “Boots” Tolles in played major roles in Southwest Florida title sponsor of the Grande Dames Tea. from varied backgrounds and offered 2012; Thelma Hodges, Helen O’Rourke history through decades of service, phi- Other major sponsors were the Broadway some insightful advice for the audience McClary and Ettie Francis Walsh in 2013; lanthropy and helping others. Palm. Edison National Bank and R. S. and the PACE girls,” Hansen said. and Barbara Brown, Sarah Sciple and The agenda for the tea included inter- Walsh Landscaping along with media “Our theme of The Wisdom of Margaret Sirianni in 2014. action between the PACE girls and the sponsors Grandeur Magazine and The Age – Honoring the Female Spirit was The Grande Dames Tea was origi- three Grande Dames, in a question and News-Press Media Group. Arden McCurdy and her sister, 2015 Grande Sponsor Robbie Roepstorff of Edison National Bank, Marshall Bower of Stephanie Davis, Andi Horowitz and Andrea Prather Dame Jacke McCurdy Foundation for Lee County Public Schools and Linda Taylor THE RIVER - APRIL 3, 2015 31 deaRPharmacist acid, in fact it thrives in it. People often one. Lupus for you, rheumatoid for her, had already done the antibiotic course look surprised when I tell them that H. Crohn’s for him, and so forth. Infections unsuccessfully. Four probiotic strains H. Pylori, Probiotics pylori can infect you all over, and plays combined with genetic SNPs are often the stood out: Lactobacillus acidophilus, a role in the pathogenesis of rheumatoid root cause of an autoimmune disorder. Lactobacillus casei, Lactobacillus gasseri, And Autoimmune arthritis, ITP (idiopathic thrombocytopenic Recently, researchers evaluated 33 and Bifidobacterium infantis. This is so purpura), Hashimoto’s thyroiditis and iron different trials that involved 4,459 par- awesome and it’s simple. Taking a probi- Disease deficiency anemia. ticipants with H. pylori. They wanted to otic supplement with these strains (about by Suzy Cohen, RPh Treating H. pylori is tough. Today, the know whether probiotics had any ben- four to six hours after your antibiotic) may standard of treatment is dubbed “triple eficial effect. They compiled statistics on ultimately beat this infection. I’ve posted a ear therapy” and includes two antibiotics (usu- three groups: People who took a dud pill longer version of this article at my website Readers: ally amoxicillin and clarithromycin) along (placebo), people who took antibiotics if you’d like to learn more about soothing D A lot with a PPI (proton pump inhibitor like (triple therapy), and people who took pro- symptoms while treating the infection. of you suffer from omeprazole). Unfortunately, there’s a high biotics with their antibiotics. This information is not intended disturbing problems rate of relapse. You can improve your Individuals who had taken probiotics to treat, cure or diagnose your condi- such as diarrhea, odds of beating this infection if you take with the triple therapy had a much higher tion. Suzy Cohen is the author of The constipation, gas, probiotics. More on that soon, but first, I success rate in treating the H. pylori over- 24-Hour Pharmacist and is a registered belching, bloat- want you to really wrap your head around growth and experienced fewer adverse pharmacist. To contact her, visit www. ing, nausea, reflux, this destructive pathogen. events. In fact, it helped people who SuzyCohen.com. esophagitis, stomach H. pylori causes mineral malabsorption ulcers and fatigue and vitamin B12 deficiency which con- related to anemia. These symptoms tributes to dementia, irritability, memory 5K Run Aids Cancer Patients might be tied to H. pylori, the ulcer bug. loss, arrhythmias and hypothyroidism. he nonprofit 21st Century CARE Foundation is hosting the 3rd annual 5K Complications of untreated Helicobacter The mere presence of H. pylori activates Run/2-Mile Walk to support head and neck cancer patients in Southwest pylori (H. pylori) lead to severe reflux, your immune system causing it to stay TFlorida. The event will take place on Saturday, April 11 at Lakes Regional dysphagia, peptic ulcer disease, stomach on guard 24/7 and that pours a cytokine Park, 7330 Gladiolus Drive, Fort Myers, kicked off by Fort Myers Mayor Randy cancer and gastric lymphoma. waterfall of inflammatory compounds Henderson. Without a pill to fix you, this leaves all over your body. Then you become Stacey Brill, a speech pathologist who helps head and neck cancer patients re- little hope for relief, even if you’re restrict- flooded with antibodies. The immune learn how to swallow, noticed that many of her patients were unable to afford copays ing yourself to chicken soup and a glass of system activation appears to stir up bad and other costs associated with cancer treatment. She started this event to help such water! It’s clear to me we need something superantigens and molecular mimicry patients. The 5K Run/2-Mile Walk coincides with Head and Neck Cancer Awareness other than conventional treatments and which confuse your body. It will cause you Month, observed in April. pharmaceuticals which have limited effec- to lose “tolerance of self” so you attack All funds raised will help provide head and neck cancer screenings, treatment, tiveness and adverse reactions. yourself. You develop an autoimmune follow-up care and financial assistance to patients in Southwest Florida. It will feature H. pylori can easily survive stomach disorder which can be different for every- awards for certain age groups, refreshments and chance drawings. The first 100 regis- tered participants will receive a gift bag with a T-shirt and other gifts. The registration fee for adult runners and walkers is $25. Youth runners and walk- Dear Verna, ers (ages five to 17) can register for $15. There are no fees for children five and under. Mom And Me I think it will only get worse if that is Race day registration will be from 8:30 a.m. to 9:15 a.m. The 5K Run/2-Mile possible. Walk will begin at 9:30 a.m. Refreshments, awards and drawings will follow the walk. Yesterday, a friend told me her hus- For more information, visit www.kintera.org. band decided for a special treat to take their two sons to a very posh golf course for a day of fun and relaxation. As the first son went to tee off on the YOU NEED A TREATMENT AS POWERFUL AND STRONG AS YOU WANT TO BE. first hole, his phone rang. He stopped, answered the phone and went over to the side. His father went over and when the call was finished he told him “turn NATURAL INJECTION THERAPY that damned thing off – we’re here to relax.” As they approached the hole, he • Back Pain • Meniscal Tears by Lizzie and Pryce saw his other son in the rough talking on NON-SURGICAL his phone, so the father went over and • Headaches • Osteoarthritis izzie and Pryce answer your ques- told him the same thing. The father was PAIN RELIEF • Joint Instability • Sports Injuries tions and give advice about aging furious, and the day was not as he had FROM: • Labral Tears ...and much more! Lconcerns from a two-generational planned. perspective. A mother and daughter When four-year-olds arrive at day care team, Lizzie is a retired RN and health with their phones in their pockets to call educator, and Pryce is a licensed psycho- mummy at their break, I can’t see it ever therapist in private practice who special- ending, but we won’t be here to be an- izes in the care of elders and people with noyed! chronic illnesses. Lizzie Dear Mom & Me, Dear Verna, I am fed up with cell phones or the I agree there are a lot of cell phone us- poor manners of their users. Everywhere ers with poor manners… myself included. I go, people have them at their ear: I have recently noticed businesses are grocery shopping, offices, churches, fighting back. Some fast food restaurants restaurants and, of course, driving on the are refusing to take orders unless one interstate at 75 miles an hour. is off the phone. The clerk at the post Make an appointment today! My bridge club is also fed up and they office refused to wait on me because I penalize players when their phones ring. was listening to voicemail. She served The other day I was at a small business the person behind me. My friends’ kids 239.303.4069 meeting. Their phones were constantly are driving them nuts with their constant CaringMedical.com ringing. Others just had their signal on vi- texting. The one that gets me is texting brate but would leave the meeting and go and talking on the cell phone at the same Caring Medical and return the call. There was a five- or time. I do not think cell phones will be Regenerative Medicine Clinics 10-minute delay in which nothing could going away any time soon, but maybe cell 9738 Commerce Center Ct. be accomplished in their absence. phone manners will improve… including Fort Myers, FL 33908 Will this ever end, or do you think it my own. will gradually fade away? Pryce Verna Lizzie and Pryce’s email address is [email protected]. 32 THE RIVER - APRIL 3, 2015 From page 1 categories and a Best in Show will be awarded. Refreshments for the high school reception will be provided by Evan’s Neighborhood Pizza in Fort Myers. Students Exhibit LAEA is a group of art teachers who work to recognize and promote students who show an interest and aptitude in the visual arts. Artwork by LAEA member teachers will be on display in the Alliance Member Gallery. The Theatre Lobby will feature Broadsides: Poetry Off The Shelf, works created by artists and poets. Join your friends and neighbors at the Alliance on April 7 and April 15 to sup- port these youth artists, or come by anytime to explore the exhibits while they’re on display. The Alliance galleries are open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and are free and open to the public. The Alliance for the Arts is located at 10091 McGregor Boulevard, just south of Colonial Boulevard in Fort Myers. From page 1 Symphony Classic Country Bjaland. “This is a perfect marriage of musical styles.” A Salute to Dolly & Patsy features performances by celebrated Florida guitarist and vocalist Sam Pacetti and rising vocal star Chelsea Packard. Tickets cost between $22 and $82 per person and may be purchased online at www.swflso.org, by visiting the Southwest Florida Symphony Box Office located at 8290 College Parkway, Suite 103 in Fort Myers, by calling the Symphony Box Office at 418-1500 or at the Barbara B. Mann Box Office one hour prior to the concert. Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall is located at 13350 Edison Parkway in Fort Myers. Students and their parents at last year’s Future of Art exhibit schools and hundreds of works in a variety of mediums. Share your community news with us. The elementary and middle school students will be on display through April 10, with an opening reception on Tuesday, April 7 from 5 to 7 p.m. High school work Call 415-7732, Fax: 415-7702 will then be exhibited, with a second opening reception on Wednesday, April 15 from or email [email protected] 5 to 7 p.m. and remain on display until April 24. Winners will be selected in several Larkins designed day camp programming to reflect the mission and purposes set ‘Ding’ Darling by the National Wildlife Refuge System. Weekly activities will include nature photogra- phy, wildlife observation, saltwater fishing, kayaking, a beach walk, nature sketching, Launches Summer Day Camp archery, biking and nature crafts. Students interested in applying for Nature Explorers Day Camp should visit dingdar- lingsociety.org/day-camp for a printable application. To receive an application by mail, call Larkins at 472-1100 ext. 236. Deadline for application is May 1. To support DDWS and the refuge with a tax-deductible gift, visit www.dingdarling- society.org or contact Birgie Miller at 292-0566 or [email protected]. Theatre Consipiracy And College Collaborate On Play heatre Conspiracy and the Florida Southwestern State College Theatre Department will present the Florida Premiere of August Schulenburg’s Jane TThe Plain April 2 through 11 at the The Alliance for the Arts in Fort Myers. Archery will be one of the outdoor activities at the refuge’s Nature Explorers Day Camp The production will be directed by Theatre Conspiracy’s producing artistic director Bill Taylor. N “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge on Sanibel is offering its first ever Football, popularity and the clash of the gods: it’s all going down at Plainview High day camp program for the summer of 2015. Four consecutive weeklong Nature School’s homecoming game in the comic fairy tale Jane The Plain. Jane’s status JExplorers Day Camp sessions will start on June 15. Campers can attend only takes a sudden rise after she saves the mysterious girl and is given the gift of beauty. one session. Everyone starts falling for her: quarterback Scotty, second-stringer Lesson, even the Each session will be limited to 14 middle school students (completed fourth, fifth, most popular girl in school, Lexi. As the jealous Betty seeks to eliminate her newfound or sixth grade) from the Lee County and surrounding school districts or homeschool rival, Leonard tries to win his best friend Jane back. But when a mysterious man starts equivalent. Students attending Title 1 schools will receive preference. Lottery drawings haunting Scotty, this battle of love and social status takes a dangerous turn of cosmic will determine the remaining spots. Cost per one-week session per student is $50. proportions. What if the wrong choice in high school really could end the world? The camp program was made possible by at $15,000 grant from an anonymous Jane The Plain was the winner of the Full Length Play category for The donor to the “Ding” Darling Wildlife Society-Friends of the Refuge (DDWS). The dona- Chameleon Theatre Circle’s 13th annual New Play Festival, a finalist for the tion will cover costs of lunch and transportation for day campers, scholarships, T-shirts, Bloomington Playwrights Project’s 2013 Woodard/Newman Drama Award, a finalist digital cameras and other program materials. It will also underwrite stipends for one for the 2013 Theatre Conspiracy New Play Contest, and was featured in Stella Adler education intern to assist with the program. A donation from the Gardner Families will Studio of Acting’s 2013 First Breath Playwriting Festival, the Brick Theatre’s Oven go towards backpacks for the campers. Tarpon Bay Explorers will be assisting with Series and Purple Rep’s Dark Night Serials Series. This production will be the play’s water-related activities. Florida premiere. “The refuge feels that our new Nature Explorers Day Camp fills an urgent need in Jane The Plain will be presented April 2, 3, 4, 9, 10 and 11 at 8 p.m., with mati- our community,” said Ranger Becky Larkins, who will oversee the program as refuge nees on two Saturdays – April 4 and 11 – at 2 p.m. Tickets are $22, $11 for students education specialist. “Existing day camps fill quickly, so we felt we could provide an with proper ID and $5 for FSW students. Tickets may be purchased online at www. excellent alternative that gets kids out in nature. By targeting Title 1 schools, we hope theatreconspiracy.org or by calling 936-3239. to reach children who cannot otherwise afford summer camps.” DID YOU KNOWTHE RIVER - APRIL 3, 2015 33 TRIVIA TEST SPORTS QUIZ 1. LITERATURE: How many publishers rejected James Joyce’s “The Dubliners” before 1. When was the last time before 2014 that the Boston Red Sox ended a game by hitting it finally made it to print? back-to-back home runs? 2. GEOGRAPHY: The Falkland Islands are located off which continent? 2. Who was the manager of the Chicago White Sox during the 1919 “Black Sox Scandal”? 3. MYTHOLOGY: What does the Greek goddess Aphrodite represent? 3. Name the last running back from a college in the state of Florida to win a Heisman 4. PRESIDENTS: When was Lyndon Johnson elected president? Trophy. 5. MEDICAL TERMS: What is the common name for “epistaxis”? 4. How many Chicago Bulls have won the NBA Defensive Player of the Year award? 6. RELIGION: In the Christian calendar, what is Low Sunday? 5. In 2014, the Florida Panthers and Washington Capitals set an NHL record for most 7. THEATER: What was the name of the female protagonist in the play “West Side rounds of a shootout (20). What had been the mark? Story”? 6. Who holds the record for most NASCAR Cup wins on road courses? 8. LANGUAGE: What would “turbid” water look like? 7. Name the last time before the 2014 U.S. Open that a Grand Slam singles final in men’s 9. U.S. STATES: What state’s nickname is the Pine Tree State? tennis did not feature Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal or Novak Djokovic. 10. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: What do the first three numbers of a Social Security ANSWERS n defeated Lleyton Hewitt). Lleyton defeated n number signify currently? Safi ers and Washington in 2006. 6. Jeff Gordon, with nine victories. 7. The 2005 Australian Open (Marat (Marat Open Australian 2005 The 7. victories. nine with Gordon, Jeff 6. 2006. in Washington and ers ANSWERS Rang- York New the between rounds, Fifteen 5. (2014). Noah Joakim and (1998) Jordan Michael -- Two 7. Maria 8. Muddy or cloudy 9. Maine 10. The state or district where the applicant resides applicant the where district or state The 10. Maine 9. cloudy or Muddy 8. Maria 7. ager from 1919 to 1923. 3. All eight Heisman winners from Florida schools have been quarterbacks. 4. 4. quarterbacks. been have schools Florida from winners Heisman eight All 3. 1923. to 1919 from ager 1. 22 2. South America 3. Love and beauty 4. 1964 5. Nosebleed 6. The Sunday after Easter Easter after Sunday The 6. Nosebleed 5. 1964 4. beauty and Love 3. America South 2. 22 1. 1. It was 1999, when Darren Lewis and Jeff Frye did it against Minnesota. 2. Kid Gleason was the man- the was Gleason Kid 2. Minnesota. against it did Frye Jeff and Lewis Darren when 1999, was It 1. playing Dr. Phil, don’t neglect your career for bluesman John Lee Hooker at Gerde’s PUZZLE ANSWERS ★★★★ obligations. Folk City. Dylan was too young to obtain My Stars AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) the necessary union card and cabaret license FOR WEEK OF APRIL 6, 2015 Someone of importance shares your goals needed to appear on a regular bill at Gerde’s. ARIES (March 21 to April 19) You might but disagrees with your plan to achieve them. One of the club owners, Mike Porco, signed be upset about having to deal with problems Never mind. Defending your methods with as Dylan’s guardian. that are no fault of your own. But you can logic and facts earns you admiration and ● On April 7, 1970, the legendary actor turn the annoyance into an asset by showing respect. John Wayne wins his first -- and only -- act- how quickly and how well you can resolve PISCES (February 19 to March 20) ing Academy Award, for his performance in them. Consider getting away, perhaps for the week- “True Grit.” Wayne appeared in some 150 TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) The end, despite all the demands made on your movies over the course of his long and sto- Bovine’s fondness for tidiness pays off when time and energies. You’ll return refreshed ried career. you untangle a situation that seems hope- and ready to tackle it all with your usual lessly snarled. You might later be surprised finesse. STRANGE BUT TRUE to learn who will be expressing his or her BORN THIS WEEK: You have a sense gratitude. of honesty that makes people believe and ● You probably won’t be surprised to GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Although trust in you. learn that when author (and noted wit) Oscar you can tackle your assignment the way you Wilde arrived in the United States in 1882, prefer, it might be a good idea to at least ask THIS WEEK IN HISTORY he told the customs officers, “I have nothing for suggestions. Who knows? One or two to declare except my genius.” might even turn out to be helpful. ● On April 12, 1633, the inquisition of ● A pregnant goldfish is called a twit. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Make all physicist and astronomer Galileo Galilei ● If you’re planning a summer vacation in the changes in your plans or proposals that begins. Galileo was ordered to turn himself in Maine this year, you might want to keep in you feel are necessary before -- repeat, before for holding the belief that the Earth revolves mind that in that state, it’s against the law to -- you submit them to your colleagues. You’ll around the Sun. At the trial, he was sentenced tickle a woman under the chin with a feather come off looking more decisive that way. to three years in prison and ordered to recite duster. LEO (July 23 to August 22) You might once a week the Seven Penitential Psalms. ● Despite the fact that 95 percent of the feel a mite intimidated in a new environment, ● On April 10, 1866, the American world uses the metric system of measure- be it a job, a classroom or meeting the future Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to ment, we in the United States still stubbornly in-laws. But enter with a big smile, and Animals is founded in New York City by cling to the archaic units of measurement everyone will see you as a real take-charge philanthropist Henry Bergh, who pleaded on derived from the old British Imperial sys- Cat. behalf of abused workhorses. By the time tem. This hodgepodge ranges from the VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Bergh died in 1888, 37 states had passed mile (originally the distance a Roman sol- This could be a romantic time for you if you anti-cruelty laws. dier could march in 1,000 double steps) to can set aside your cynicism and let yourself ● On April 6, 1896, the Olympic Games the foot (originally the length of Emperor believe that someone really cares. If you’re are reborn in Athens 1,500 years after being Charlemagne’s foot, later “standardized” to already in a relationship, expect your partner banned by Roman Emperor Theodosius I. the length of 35 barleycorns laid end to end) to be extra-loving. A crowd of 60,000 spectators welcomed to a yard (the distance between King Henry LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) It’s athletes from 13 nations to the international I’s nose to his extended fingertips) to an inch a good time to shed any doubts about your competition. (the length from the tip to the first joint of a abilities. You’ve proved yourself in the past, ● On April 8, 1935, Congress votes to man’s thumb). so why not accept that you’ll do just as well, approve the Works Progress Administration, ● Brazil nuts do come from Brazil, but or better, in dealing with the new challenge a central part of President Franklin they’re not technically nuts; they’re seeds. ahead? Roosevelt’s “New Deal,” an expansion of ● When you think of the band ZZ Top, SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) the federal government as an instrument of you probably think of long beards -- that’s Your suspicions might be on the mark, but employment opportunity and welfare. The become a sort of signature for them. The unless you can prove what you assume, you WPA employed more than 8.5 million people drummer, though, is beardless -- and his need to exercise that Scorpion discretion and on 1.4 million public projects before it was name is Frank Beard. let events unfold without your assistance. disbanded in 1943. ● A ground squirrel typically has a heart- SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to ● On April 9, 1959, the National beat of around 300 beats per minute. During December 21) Be careful not to go over the Aeronautics and Space Administration hibernation, though, that drops dramatically top this week. Avoid overeating (especially (NASA) introduces America’s first astro- -- to only three or four beats per minute. of the wrong foods), or drinking too much, nauts: Scott Carpenter, L. Gordon Cooper or working too hard. You can do it all, but in Jr., John H. Glenn Jr., Virgil “Gus” Grissom, THOUGHT FOR THE DAY moderation. Walter Schirra Jr., Alan Shepard Jr. and CAPRICORN (December 22 to January Donald Slayton. The seven men were select- ‘Those who will not reason are bigots, 19) A family matter is given to you to resolve ed to take part in Project Mercury in 1961. those who cannot are fools, and those who because you have the gift for bringing quar- ● On April 11, 1961, Bob Dylan plays his dare not are slaves.” -- Lord Byron relsome kinfolk together. But while you’re first major gig in New York City, opening 34 THE RIVER - APRIL 3, 2015 ★ ★ ★ CLASSIFIEDS ★ CLASSIFIEDS ★ ★ ★ REAL ESTATE REAL ESTATE COMMERCIAL RENTAL VACATION RENTAL ANNUAL RENTAL WANTED FOR SALE BY OWNER OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE ANNUAL RENTAL WANTED $699,000 LEARN ABOUT SUMMERS’ Seeking annual rental of at least 2 bd/2bth 3 Bedroom 2 Bath renovated ranch (08) BEST KEPT SECRET... for 1-2 yr lease. Local working medical East Rocks. 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Lic. #051047 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED NS 2/6 CC TFN fi sh while holding it in the water; ☼NS 1/4 PC TFN Volunteers needed for light general moving it slowly back and forth so maintenance. Call (CHR) Community water goes over its gills. The fi sh MAINE COON KITTENS will let you know when it’s ready Housing & Resources, Inc. 472-1189. BOATS - CANOES - KAYAKS ☼NS 11/1 NC TFN Registered Maine coon kittens to swim off. (CFA and TICA.) Vet checked, all shots, • Florida just recently changed HOME/CONDO WATCH parasite free. Big, sweet lovable. Long time the regulations on fi shing from CONCIERGE SERVICES registered breeder on Sanibel. $950. shore. Florida residents as well as Dorado Property Management DOCKAGE Amy (c) 239-699-8741. out of state visitors need a fi shing ❋ Island Resident ❋ Licensed & Insured ☼NS 4/3 CC TFN license to fi sh from shore. ❋ 24/7 ❋ www.doradoproperty.com VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Hourly, Daily, Weekly Call Lisa or Bruce at 239-472-8875 IMMEDIATELY and Monthly. ☼RS 3/21 CC TFN The Senior Companion Program Captiva Island 472-5800 provides volunteer opportunities to ☼RS 1/4 NC TFN seniors 55 yrs. old and older, to offer companionship & friendship to frail elderly individual who are ROGER NODRUFF ELECTRIC homebound and generally living alone. Lic# EC12002788. These volunteers serve 20 hours each Call Roger 239-707-7203. week and receive a small non-taxable Aqualink - Motor Controls. stipend, of $2.65 per hr. and .40 a mile Offi ce & Store Maint. ☼RS 6/7 CC TFN for travel, on-duty insurance, as well as annual health screening. Please call the Dr. Piper Center at (239) 332-5346 ask for Jonah or Lourdes. UPHOLSTERY ☼NS 2/20 NC TFN On Island Free Estimates. Over 15 Years Experience. Offering Professional Upholstery Services, Custom Art and Hand Painted Furniture. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY [email protected] or 918-740-4972. The Sunshine Ambassador Program ☼NS 1/23 CC TFN is a new and exciting volunteer opportunity offered at the Golisano Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida located within HealthPark Medical Center. The Sunshine HELP WANTED Ambassadors will greet, assist and be a positive fi rst point of contact for patients, families and visitors entering the hospital. VOLUNTEER/ The Ambassadors also make a difference JOB OPPORTUNITIES to families by providing educational PAID volunteer opportunities to seniors, and healthful resources to assist in age 55 and over, to tutor/mentor children GRANDparenting for GRANDchildren. in elementary schools & after-school We are currently seeking programs. Offering a stipend, mileage year-round volunteers to work reimbursement, annual physical, holiday, one 4-hour shift Monday through Friday vacation, and sick pay – all tax exempt. from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm Providing struggling school children a or 12:00pm to 4:00 pm. chance to succeed in school, and offering If you would be interested in learning more opportunities that will last a lifetime. about this wonderful new opportunity, Call Joan at The Dr. Piper Center at please contact Lisa Ellinwood, Volunteer 239-332-5346. Resources Coordinator at 239-343-5062 ☼NS 1/17 NC TFN at the Golisano Children’s Hospital. ☼NS 2/8 NC TFN ★ ★ ★ CLASSIFIED DEADLINE FRIDAY AT NOON ★ ★ ★ 36 THE RIVER - APRIL 3, 2015 Oysters Rockefeller 36 oysters, shucked, on the half shell Rock salt 2 cups spinach, cooked and drained ¼ cup onion, chopped 2 fresh bay leaves 2 tablespoons celery, chopped 1 teaspoon parsley, chopped ½ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon hot pepper sauce ¹/³ cup butter ½ cup dry breadcrumbs 1 tablespoon lemon juice Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Ar- range oysters in shells on rock salt in a baking dish. Process spinach, onion, bay leaves, celery, parsley and season- ings in a food processor until smooth. In a saucepan, cook spinach mixture in butter for 5 minutes. Add breadcrumbs and lemon juice, mixing well. Spoon the spinach mixture on top of oysters and bake at 400 degrees F until oyster edges curl. 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MATT MITCHELL FREE Landscape Consultation • Before releasing, revive the fi sh while and LANDSCAPE Designs holding it in the water; moving it slowly • LANDSCAPE REFURBISHING back and forth so water goes over its gills. • MULCHING • RIP RAP The fi sh will let you know when it’s ready • GRAVEL DRIVEWAYS • CUSTOM PAVERS to swim off. USCG NOW OFFERING IRRIGATION WET CHECK Licensed • Florida just recently changed the & Insured C: (239) 340-8651 licensed • insured • bonded regulations on fi shing from shore. Florida www.captmattmitchell.com Over 20 years serving San-Cap & Ft. Myers residents as well as out of state visitors email: [email protected] www.jesuslawncare.com • [email protected] need a fi shing license to fi sh from shore. 38 THE RIVER - APRIL 3, 2015 SUDOKU Emergency ...... 911 Lee County Sheriff’s Offi ce ...... 477-1200 To play Sudoku: Florida Marine Patrol ...... 332-6966 Florida Highway Patrol ...... 278-7100 Complete the grid so Poison Control ...... 1-800-282-3171 HealthPark Medical Center ...... 1-800-936-5321 that every row, column Ft. Myers Chamber of Commerce ...... 332-3624 and every 3x3 box Foundation for Quality Childcare ...... 425-2685 Fort Myers Beach Chamber of Commerce ...... 454-7500 contains the numbers Fort Myers Beach Library ...... 463-9691 Lakes Regional Library ...... 533-4000 1 through 9 (the same Lee County Chamber of Commerce ...... 931-0931 Post Offi ce ...... 1-800-275-8777 number cannot appear Visitor & Convention Bureau ...... 338-3500 more than once in a ARTS Alliance for the Arts ...... 939-2787 row, column or 3x3 box.) Arts For ACT Gallery & Studio ...... 337-5050 Art League Of Fort Myers ...... 275-3970 There is no guessing Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall ...... 481-4849 BIG ARTS ...... 395-0900 and no math involved, Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre ...... 278-4422 just logic. Cultural Park Theatre ...... 772-5862 Edison Festival of Light ...... 334-2999 Florida Repertory Theatre at the Arcade ...... 332-4488 answer on page 37 Florida West Arts ...... 948-4427 Fort Myers Symphonic Mastersingers ...... 288-2535 Gulf Coast Symphony ...... 489-1800 Harmony Chorus, Charles Sutter, Pres ...... 481-8059 Naples Philharmonic ...... 239-597-1111 The Schoolhouse Theater ...... 472-6862 SW Florida Symphony ...... 418-0996 Theatre Conspiracy ...... 936-3239 Pets Of The Week Young Artists Awards ...... 574-9321 CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS Angel Flight ...... 1-877-4AN-ANGEL y name is Britta and if you Animal Refuge Center ...... 731-3535 believe in love at first sight, you American Business Women Association ...... 357-6755 Mmay fall head over heels in love Audubon of SWFL ...... 339-8046 with me. I’m young, gentle, balanced Audubon Society ...... 472-3156 and smooth. I’m “teddy bear” huggable Caloosahatchee Chapter DAR ...... 482-1366 and cute. My tongue always seems to be Caloosahatchee Folk Society ...... 321-4620 hanging out, which adds to my unique Cape Chorale Barbershop Chorus ...... 1-855-425-3631 Cape Coral Stamp Club ...... 542-9153 charm. I enjoy the company of other duPont Company Retirees ...... 454-1083 dogs and love participating in doggie Edison Porcelain Artists ...... 415-2484 playgroups. My adoption fee is $40 Embroiderers Guild of America - Sea Grape Chapter ...... 239-267-1990 (regularly $75) during Animal Services’ FM UDC Chapter 2614 - United Daughters of the Confederacy . . . 728-3743 Catch Spring Fever adoption promotion Friendship Force Of SW FL ...... 561-9164 for dogs 40 pounds and over. Garden Club of Cape Coral ...... 239-257-2654 They call me Priscilla and I’m a long Horticulture and Tea Society ...... 472-8334 Horticultural Society ...... 472-6940 haired beauty with big eyes but that’s not Lee County Genealogical Society ...... 549-9625 the only reason you’ll want to adopt me. Lee Trust for Historic Preservation ...... 939-7278 I have a sweet and loving personality too. NARFE(National Active & Retired Federal Employees ...... 482-6713 Why settle when you can have the whole Navy Seabees Veterans of America ...... 731-1901 package? My adoption fee is $50 (get Paradise Iowa Club of SWFL ...... 667-1354 $20 off during Animal Services’ adoption Sons of Confederate Veterans ...... 332-2408 promotion when you donate an item for Southwest Florida Fencing Academy ...... 939-1338 Southwest Florida Music Association ...... 561-2118 Animal Services’ Kitten Shower through- Kiwanis Clubs: out April). Fort Myers Beach...... 765-4254 or 454-8090 For information about this week’s Britta ID# 613286 Fort Myers Edison ...... 694-1056 pets, call 533-7387 (LEE-PETS) or log Fort Myers South ...... 691-1405 on to Animal Services’ website at www. Gateway to the Islands...... 218-5768 LeeLostPets.com. When calling, refer Iona-McGregor ...... 482-0869 Lions Clubs: to the animal’s ID number. The website Fort Myers Beach...... 463-9738 updates every hour so you will be able Fort Myers High Noon ...... 466-4228 to see if these or any other pets are still Estero/South Fort Myers ...... 898-1921 available. Notre Dame Club of Lee County ...... 768-0417 The shelter is open for adoptions POLO Club of Lee County ...... 477-4906 from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday Rotary Club of Fort Myers ...... 332-8158 through Saturday. The shelter is located Sanibel-Captiva Orchid Society ...... 472-6940 United Way of Lee County ...... 433-2000 at 5600 Banner Drive, Fort Myers, next United Way 211 Helpline (24 hour) ...... 211 or 433-3900 to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office, off AREA ATTRACTIONS Six Mile Cypress Parkway. Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum ...... 395-2233 All adoptions include spay/neuter Burrough’s Home ...... 337-9505 surgery, age-appropriate vaccinations, Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium ...... 275-3435 rabies vaccination and county license if Edison & Ford Winter Estates ...... 334-3614 Fort Myers Skate Park ...... 321-7558 three months or older, flea treatment, Imaginarium Hands-On Museum & Aquarium ...... 321-7420 worming, heartworm test for dogs six JN “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge ...... 472-1100 months and over, feline AIDS and leuke- Koreshan State Historic Site ...... 239-992-0311 mia test for cats, training DVD, 10-day Langford Kingston Home ...... 239-334-2550 health guarantee, and a bag of Science Ostego Bay Foundation Marine Science Center ...... 765-8101 Diet pet food. Skatium ...... 321-7510 The adoption package is valued at Southwest Florida Historical Society ...... 939-4044 Southwest Florida Museum of History ...... 321-7430 $500. True Tours ...... 945-0405 To be listed in calling card email your information to: Priscilla ID# 614294 [email protected] THE RIVER - APRIL 3, 2015 39 BEACH CHAIR PASTIME answers on page 33 40 THE RIVER - APRIL 3, 2015 AWARD WINNING Flavors From The Caribbean Rim! Sanibel Island Ft. Myers Beach Captiva Island Visit Us Online @ www.DocFords.com Live Music & Happy Hour Available - Details online! TheBeachedWhale.com Live Music Nightly! We’ve Got Happy Hour Your Game! 239-463-5505 | 1249 Estero Blvd. Mon-Fri 2-5pm