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would surely lose a lot and probably not its solid waste and Sanibel recycles 11%. The Metastatic Life know just how much until too late. Well, it's not quite as bad as it sounds. Lisa Pierot So with lots of enthusiastic ecological According to City Engineer Gates Castle defenders around, how is it that our partic- of the Sanibel Public Works Dept., many — page 11 ipation in the county's recycling program people bring their recyclables directly to the lags so far behind everyone else's? city's recycling compound. Castle says he Hey, what's that green box? The county's Annual Recycling Report does not see where that part is reflected in Recycling as startling news? Hardly — prepared last September needs to be taken these data at all the concept has been around for quite a with several large grains of salt, but even Still, more work is needed and as Castle while now. But what is startling, so it reveals that Sanibel's resi- says, "until we hit 100%, there's always even alarming, is the lack of par- dential single family participation room for improvement." ticipation on these islands as com- in recycling is a stunning 44% as Some help is on the horizon in the form pared to the rest of Lee County. compared to 7-5% fdrtbe eounty of the Sanibel & Captiva Islands Associa- '' Bob Shy/on Captiva and Sanibel have wide- as a.whole. tion of Realtors, which is mounting an spread and richly deserved reputa- As embarassing as that might "Island Recycling Awareness Project" Environment tions for having a better-than-aver- be, it pales in comparison to the headed by Susan Dunn of Priscilla — page 14 age collective conscience when it data for Residential Multi-Family. Murphy Realty. comes to matters ecological. The county as a whole enjoys a par- We can expect an active campaign to Animals are better protected ticipation rate in this. category of increase our awareness of both the disturb- on these islands as a rule because RENNY 85% while Sanibel reports in at 5%. ing data as well as ways to deal with the there are a lot of people out there SEVERANCE Rounding out the picture, the problem. who care and who pay attention Editor commercial data for the county The people behind this deserve our sup- to what, goes on around them. shows 37% participation as port, if only for our own enlightened self- There are different groups of volunteers — against 21% for Sanibel. Combining all interest. They should be preaching to the r' ' '• the Wildlife Committee, SCCF, CROW, the data and comparing totals, the figures choir on this issue, given island attitudes Ceuter Stago even the less formally organized but equal- show overall participation for the county on similar subjects. ly vigorous Wildlife Protocol folks — all at 77% versus Sanibel's 21%. Let's all make this work and turn the Marsha Wagner of whom work hard and effectively in dif- Municipal solid waste figures are numbers around ASAP. Watch this space — page 17 ferent ways to protect our fragile environ- reported separately but they reflect the for futher developments. ment. Without these dedicated people we same pattern: the county recycles 36% of
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so call first to see if space is still avail- able. FISH (Friends in Service Here) The Beachcombers is an ecumenical The FISH (Friends in Service Here) tion and the management of foreign-body singles group, established by the mem- Caregivers Support Group of Sanibel will Hope Hospice to hold airway obstruction. The course will con- bers of Sanibel Congregational Church. not meet again until Tuesday, Oct. 23 at sist of lecture and practice on CPR man- It is open to singles of all ages, races and 10 a.m. July volunteer classes nequins and include skill testing. Lecture churches in the Sanibel-CaptivarFort Call Ruth Hamann at 472-9035 or This month, day and night training material needs to be read prior to theMyers area. Topper Schram at 454-8372 for futher classes will be offered for new Hope class. • • • information. Hospice volunteers. Evening classes will Pre-registration and a $10 fee is Miami Dolphins be held at the Cape Coral office and day- required prior to the date of the class. time classes in Fort Myers. Be sure to wear comfortable clothing Home Games Sanibel project Hope Hospice volunteers are needed to because participants will be working with help in several areas of patient care mannequins on the floor. Bring a towel or Five home games of the Miami cited for excellence including: pad for knees if necessary. Dolphins have been chosen by the City of The Board of Lee County For further information please call Cape Coral Parks & Recreation Commissioners recognizes the first ever • Take patienst to doctors' appointments 472-5525 Monday through Friday Departmen—Special Events Division as recipients of its "Award of Excellence" • Run small errands for a family between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. special trips for the- coming fall season. for Outstanding Achievement in Project All the selected games have a 1 p.m. kick- Design, Environmental Quality and • Sit with a patient to allow a caregiver off time. The Rec Department will pro- some much-needed rest or time to run Innovative Technology. Beachcombers Singles vide a first class deluxe motorcoach and a The three recipients are: an errand tailgate lunch outside the stadium. Lunch • Spend time talking, listening, andhelp- to make trip to Useppa will be a sub sandwich with chips, cook- • Town Center at The Brooks, a 2,532- ingh a patient write letters, make A day cruise to privately-owned ies and soda; stadium seating is in the acre master-planned community phone calls, etc. Useppa Island is planned by the-upper corner end zone section of Pro- being developed by The Bonita Bay Player Stadium. These services make a substantial dif- Beachcombers Singles Club for Friday, Group at the intersection of U.S. 41 ference in the lives of terminally ill July 13, The cruise starts promptly at the Tickets are $70 per person per game. and Coconut Road in Bonita Springs patients and their families. marina in South Seas Plantation, Tickets and bus seating are on a first- . For more information call Hope Captiva, at 10:30 a.m. but participants come/first-served basis and the bus leaves • Page Field Commons (Starwood Hospice at 489-9180 are asked to assemble no later than 9:45 from Cape Coral City Hall at 8 a.m. on Wasserman, LLC, developer, and a.m. at the site. The cost is $27.50 per the day of the game. Burner & Company, landscape archi- person which does not include the cost of tects) lunch in Useppa's clubhouse. The boat The games are: CPR course to be offered returns the group to Captiva by 4 p.m. Buffalo Bills, Septemebr 16 • Island Woods (Dupont Builders, For this outing the club's monthly fee is Oakland Raiders September 23 developer). at Sanibel Fire & Rescue New EnglandPatriots October 7 being waived for all. A five-member panel of judges select- On July 17 at Station I on Palm Ridge Because of the cruise requirements, all New York Jets November 18 Denver Broncos December 2 ed the winners from nine nominations. Road, the Sanibel Fire & Rescue District interested members and new visitors were This is the first year for the award, estab- will offer a CPR course that will cover asked to call president Fred Glazer at 472- lished by the County Commission to one-rescuer cardiopulmonary resuscita- 6712 by Thursday, July 5, for reservations For more information call 573-3123. • acknowledge the efforts of private-sector
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The? Islander is We are not iwponublc for SIIIIS '>-!•• iu,'i \.| ^ 'nirLul'i ' ^i .> i • » " I p i I'I; ' • l, * printed on 1- -I \ . .J.Mil.fl. i.i'l *"ili iJn• 11 nn Mrn.1 ,i r Www. DecemtincfDen .COM Islander • Week of July 6 - July 12, 2001 • 5 projects within Lee County that further tions!" said Jay Richter,; sales manager. the goal of maintaining or improving the "She is exceptionally thorough and has quality of life by going above and beyond a strong background in private banking. the minimum development code and reg- Those attributes combined with her ewx- ulatory requirements. tensive knowledge of the Captiva market Last week one of our illustrious contributors wrote a column The projects can be judged on a variety are of great valueto her cuetomers," added supporting the thesis that computers should be regarded as of criteria, including Architectural Naumann. "We are especially pleased at female, sort of like ships. Design, Connection to Community, the success she has achieved this month." This has prompted a response which one of our illustrious Energy Efficient Design, Historic Fred Spring was named the top listing readers, Sheila Dingwall, found on the internet: Preservation, Landscape Design, Native associate for May. "Fred puts in a lot of Plants, Pedestrian and Bicycle Facilities, hours. He is at the office day and night. A language instructor was explaining to her class that in cu-!iia"nimrwall Recycling, Technology Advancement, This, of course, produces results both for French, nouns, unlike their English counterparts, are grammati- aae a 8 Restoration of Plant Communities, Fred and for his customers. His son Shane cally designated as masculinbe or feminine. "House" in French is feminine, "la mai- Roadway Design, Water Conservation recently joined the company and is assist- son." "Pencil" in French, is masculine, "le crayon." and Design, Water Quality Improvements, ing his dad in offering even more compre- One puzzled studenrasked, "What gender is 'computer'?" or Wildlife Habitat Value. hensive services to their customers," says The teacher did not know and the word was not in her French dictionary. Island Woods is a 38-residence subdi- Richter. So, for fun, she split the class into two groups by gender and asked them to decide vision on Sanibel Island along Periwinkle "Fred has been with the company for . whether "computer" should be a masculine or feminine noun. Both groups were Way, west of its intersection with Casa many years. He is dedicated to his cus- required to give four reasons for their recommendation. Ybel Road. One-third of the site has been tomers both in and out of the office and The male group decided that computers set aside as a preserve and the develop- definitely goes well beyond the call of ment was planned to preserve existing duty. Fred's customers always seem to should definitely be considered feminine because: native vegetation and use it extensively become part of his family," Naumann 1. No one but their creator understands their internal logic; around homesites and as buffer. commented. "I'm very happy Fred is 2. The native language they use to communicate with other computers The judges were Win Everham, chair- being recognized for his achievements." is incomprehensible to everyone else. man of FGCU's Environmental Studies Program; Jake Slot, chairman of the coun- 3. Even the smallest mistakes are stored in long-term memory ty's Roadway Landscape. Advisory Summer fun at Tarpon Bay for possible later retrieval. Committee; Randy Mercer, president, CB Tarpon Bay Recreation is offering 4. As soon as you make a commitment to one, you find yourself Richard Ellis, Fort Myers-Naples; Rick summertime programs for island kids and spending half your paycheck on accessories for it. Joyce, Lee County Deputy Planning long-term visitors. These activities are The female group, however, concluded that computers Director; and Pete Winton, County being offered in conjunction with the should be masculine because: Administration. Sanibel Recreation Dept. and are also The judges cited Island Woods as a available to those who are not taking part 1. In order to get their attention you have to turn them on. beautiful example of what can be done in the Summer Rec programs. 2. They have a lot of data, but they are still clueless. with a small residential project, especially The five-session programs are by incorporating existing elements and designed to teach participants basic skills 3. They are supposed to help you solve problems, but half the time using natural vegetation. and self-reliance in recreational activities they ARE the problem. About one-third of the site has been set common to the island. The programs are 4. As soon as you commit to one, you realize that if you had aside as a preserve and much effort was spread over two weeks with sessions on waited a little longer, you could have gotten a better model. made to properly site structures to avoid Monday, Wednesday and Friday of the The women won. impacts to existing native vegetation on first week and Monday and Friday second homesites. The project developers also week. incorporated a preserve area within the The next program begins on July 9 Open subdivision to accommodate gopher tor- with sessions in biking and kayaking. All 18-HolePar7l toises that inhabit the site. programs are held -at larpQn. Bay 7 days This project exemplifies what smaller Recreation Inc. in the J.N. "Ding" Darling Championship 7am-5 pm developers with more limited resources National Wildlife Refuge. Course can do to make their developments envi- . The kayak sessions teach basic pad- ronmentally friendly, desirable and liv- dling skills with a strong emphasis on able. combining safe paddling with having a good time. Skills learned are put to use in kayak games and running a short, desig- O'Leary and Spring tops at nated course. This program begins at 10 a.m. and last about an hour. Naumann & Associates The biking sessions cover biking safe- Mary O'Leary is based out of the ty with a strong emphasis on maintaining Embrace the Natural Beauty of Sanibel Captiva office of John Naumann & a bike and handling simple repairs such as Associates and sold over $14 million in putting the chain back on and fixing flat s. property to earn May's top sales spot. PLAY BEACHVIEW GOLF & TENNIS CLUB "Mary has been a consistent producer GREENS FEES TENNIS COURT month after month and year after year, but 7am-12:30pm $45 this month she surpassed all expecta- After 12:30pm $35 SPECIAL Free Club Rental For Kids Under 16 $10 per hour f SWEHTIN For Tee Time Reservations, SUMMER SPECIAL Call 472-2626 S MONTHI $iS For Tennis Court Reservations, A Lifestyle Enhancement Center New Members Only Call 472-9099 st Spinning Classes, Step Classes, 1 Annual Beachview Tennis Carnival Aerobics, Body Shaping, Auth xized th Seniors Classes and Much More. Dealer of Polar Saturday, July 7 9am Plus new Cybex Weight Equipment, Free Heartrate Games, prizes, food, tennis exhibition ,;•*-• .* * Weights, Treadmills and Stairmasters Monitors $3 admission 395-3639 Comer of Sartioei-Capt.va Ru ard Rabbit Rd 1100 Par View Drive in Beachview Estates 6 » Week of July 6 - July 12, 2001 • Islander perately needs contributions by August 1. For a list of exempt items, call (800) the many intriguing houses and gardens of The elegant, 82-year-old prairie-style 352-3671 or log on to http://myflorida. Southwest Florida. Each show features a structure must be moved from its present com/dor. The Department of Revenue is trio of artists with works in various media. This program begins at 1 p.m. and also location next to a church or it will be offering free seminars to businesses All pieces at these exhibitions are available run for about one hour. demolished. around the state. To set one up in Lee for purchase. Past events have garnered as The church has neither need for the County or in Sanibel, call 338-2481. many a's 600 attendees and as much as home, which has long been vacant, nor the $10,000 in sales during a one-night show. Multi-Cultural Centre help- money to repair it, but will give it to the Annual memberships start at $50. city if the money to move and restore it can Night of celebrity artwork For more information, call 461-0707. ing get ready for school be raised. If the money cannot be raised, The Multi-Cultural Centre of South- what has been collected will be returned planned for July 14 west Florida Inc. is once again seeking and the house will revert to the church. Art House Foundation, a 350+member, Rare book road show donations of new or gently used back- Corporate donations have continued, non-profit organization, has scheduled the comes to North Naples packs and new school supplies for needy but grants from individuals have almost first-ever Celebrities for Art House fund- young people. This is the third year for the dried up since the end of season. However, raising event for the evening of Saturday, Do you have a book that's been in your project and the Centre is working with the the "Move a Brick, Save a House" cam- July 14, at Harborside Convention Center family for generations? Perhaps it belonged Lee County School System and several paign is still extant with bricks available in downtown Fort Myers. The program to a relative and was passed down as a locid churches. They are sponsoring a for $25,- an amount architects estimate to kicks off at 6 p.m. with cocktails followed gift. Ever wonder about its value? Back-to-School Celebration on Sunday, be the cost of relocation and restoration by dinner, and includes the presentation of International College's Information July 29, from 2-6 p.m. at Harborside should all the bricks be sold. scholarship awards to graduating high Resource Center hosts a "Rare Book Road Convention Center. Checks should be made payable to Lee school seniors and college students, as Show" on Saturday, July 21, from 9 a.m. to 5 With 1,300 kids registered already, the Trust for Historic Preservation Inc., with well as an auction of local celebrity art- p.m. National and local experts will be avail- need is obvious. Sam and Francis Bailey the notation "L-K Home," and mailed to work created before and during the event. able to appraise your rare and old books. have agreed to let Bailey's be a drop-off Lee Trust, Post Office Box 1035, Fort The function is open to the public. There will also be presentations by pri- point on the island. "We hope islanders Myers 33902. A web site with pictures "We have awarded scholarships for the vate book collectors, dealers and library come through in their usual caring way, and information on the house can be past three years," said Tom Cronin Jr., professionals. said Jim White, the project's director and found at www.MoveABrick.org. The site program chair and Art House board mem- Patricia Pistner, owner of a miniature a former manager at Bailey's/ can also be used to make a pledge. ber, "but we' ve always wanted to create a book collection that is part of the Naples The Centre is a 501{c)3 non-profit special showcase to bring together these Museum of Art exhibit, will give a special group and any donations are fully tax- talented up-and-coming artists with our presentation. deductible. Checks, made out to the Sales tax holiday coming up members and the local community. Contact Melody Hainsworth at (941) Multi-Cultural Centre of Southwest School supplies costing under $10 Having prominent local figures donate 513-1122 for more information about this Florida Inc., may be sent to White at 131 have been added to the list of items that original pieces that they have created all-day event at International College. Pinebrook Drive, Fort Myers 33907. Call are annually exempted from the state's either beforehand or during the cocktail International College is at the intersection him at 481-6028 with any questions. sales tax just prior to the opening of hour while attendees watch is ti fun way to of Immokalee Road and Interstate 75 school in the fall. promote art exposure while raising addi- (Exit 17) in North Naples. The annual boon to parents and tional funds for next year's scholarships." Campaign needs funds guardians, which started in 1998, lasts Local celebrities who have agreed to A joint Lee Trust for Historic nine days and runs from July 28 through attend and donate their artwork include NBC Preservation/City of Fort Myers campaign August 5. Florida shoppers will save an 2's news anchors Kellie Burns and Warren to save the Langford-Kingston house des- estimated $28.5 million during the period. Wright; News-Press writers Sam Cook, Betty Parker, Downtown Diva Stephanie Davis and Miriam Pereira; WINK TV reporter Jeff Goldberg; Lee County's Commissioner Bob Janes,. Tax Appraiser Selling or Refinancing Ken Wilkinson and Supervisor of Elections Philinda Young; and Senators Tom Rossin You Have a Choice When It and Burt Saunders, among others. Last year Art House awarded $1,100 to local high school students planning to Comes to Title Insurance study art at an accredited program and $1,000 to local college students already majoring in the field. This year the orga- EXECUTIVE nization plans on presenting increased funds during the celebrity event. Tickets at $50 per person include din- TITLE ner and the program. Dine with one of the celebrity artists by becoming a Patron Sponsor and reserving a table of eight for KEEP SEA TURTLES Best of the Island $500. A cash bar will be available. IN THE DARK! Established in 1997, Art House mem- MAY-OCTOBER Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation Brings to you: bers enjoy quarterly art shows at some of Phone 941-472-2329 • Experience •••.,•;•• Service liar Prh. Join tfteDUNES this summer yJP Golf & Tennis Club as a Social Member Benefits include: • Complimentary Greens Fees, June-Oct. I51 • 50% off Tennis Court Fees, June-Nov. • 20% off Meals at Dunes Restaurant & Pro Shop • Year-round Use of Swimming Pool Only $325/Family, $300/Single *• NEW THIS YEAR •• (JUNE-OCT,) • Junior Golf Membership -$ 100.00 (16 and under) The Wedding Cake House' built by a sea captain for his bride (includes iiff gicens fees & 50% off club rental) • Junior Tennis Membership -$ 100.00 (l£ and under) Come and experience (includes unliniiLe'd <;ourt time & 50% off racquet rental) a taste of the "Sweet Life." • ..Combination J ut'iior Gol f &L Juni Taste Of.WmBI£uis!nem, Tennis Membership -S] 50.00 • And much more!!! Voted the Islands Best Golf Course 2001 Call Jennifer at 472-3355 Voted #1, "Most Romantic Dinner & °Pen dal'y fo* Dinner 5:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. #1 Place For Entertainment Lounge and Entertainment until 12:30 a.m. For more information -Best of 2001 Awards" ^ maior credit cards accepted - Specializing in private parties Reservations recommended • 1244 Periwinkle Way • Sanibel • 472-5555 or join today 8 • Week of July 6 - July 12, 2001 • Islander to the beach, Rob Loflin, Director of Commission. The birds' breeding season Natural Resources, and Dick Young of is from mid-February to about July 10. the Vegetation Committee, will provide The new organization also will be mark- the kids with an orientation, and Irene Yu, ing nests around town. Because the prolonged drought, freezes an intern at SCCF's Native Plant Nursery, The birds came to the Cape in the Fire Danger Eases and cold weather earlier this year caused will explain planting procedures. '50s when the city was being developed. Rain is finally easing the fire danger in vegetation to be extremely susceptible to The students will then break into They were attracted to the open territory the Caloosahatchee District. The past nine ignition, the extensive lightning strikes groups and start planting sea oats and left after clearing for development, days has seen the average Drought Index in June made for an extremely active other natives suitable for the beachfront according to Susan Scott, planning tech- habitat. A member of the Vegetation nician for the city's Department of in the district drop from 127 to 49. More month. Community Devel-opment. One of importantly, the areas with the highest Local Forestry firefighters have res- Committee will supervise each group. When all the plants are in the ground, Scott's jobs is to mark the city's owl readings .— parts of Collier County — ponded to over 100 fires in June alone nests, and she needs help. have seen drops from 763 to 488 in the that destroyed over 2,500 acres. That there will be a swim break, brown-bag past 10 days. The KBDI measures the makes June, 2001 one of the five most lunch and the ride back to the Rec Call her at 574-0589 if you are inter- amount of moisture in the soil. Readings active Junes in the past 20 years. Since Center. The city will provide transporta- ested in lending a hand by looking for and at the 800 level represent very dry, desert- the beginning of 2001, the District has tion, a lifeguard, cold drinks and plants staking out nests, helping with fund-rais- like conditions; 0 represents soil that is had 310 fires burn over 18,000 acres. from the Nursery. Students should bring ing, maintaining a list of participants, fully saturated with water. their own lunches. starting a newsletter, or other similar jobs. Based on the drop in the Drought Index Additional information is available and the reduced number of large fires, Kids to learn from the project coordinators — Ava In the night sky District Manager Hank Graham lowered Hinojosa-Feldman (395-2767) or Young the District Fire Readiness level from 'a 3 dune preservation (395-4780) — who hope this will On Monday, July 23, Saturn, Venus, to a 2. The scale runs from 1 to 5 with 5 Some 25 Sanibel youngsters will learn become an annual event. Jupiter and Mercury will line up about an representing the highest level of activa- the role of native plants in erosion con- hour before sunrise. tion. "I was reluctant to lower the readi- trol as they take part in a hands-on plant- New group formed for owls "Saturn and Mercury will be easy to ness level until we saw the lightning fires ing project on the beach at Gulfside City spot when you have the other planets to begin to slow down," Graham said. Park next Tuesday, July 10. Cape Coral has more burrowing owls go by," said Jill Evans, a naturalist at the "The rainfall we have received so far Sponsored by the City's Vegetation that anywhere else in the world — close Calus Nature Center & Planetarium. has reduced the number of lightning fires Committee and Department of Natural to 1,000 breeding pairs. "The planetary lineup makes what you're that grow beyond the point where local fire Resources for fourth and fifth graders Now they have an advocate. A new looking for easier to spot," districts can handle them without Division attending Summer Rec, the program will volunteer group, the Cape Coral Wildlife And in the pre-dawn hours of of Forestry fire crew intervention. At least educate the students on the importance of Conservation Society, has formed with Saturday, July 28, between midnight and for now, we have reduced our readiness native plants and how these plants create the goal of educating the public about co- 4 a.m., the Delta Aquarid meteor shower level. Close observation of ongoing condi- a natural erosion barrier for the beach — existing in close proximity to the 8 to 11- will be up there for viewing. Not one of tions will determine whether we can drop it while at the same time providing shelter inch tall birds, which are listed as a the really spectacular meteor showers, further or whether we will need to raise it for wildlife. Species of Special Concern by the according to Evans — only about six back up again later," After a trolley trip from the Rec Center Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation "shooting stars" every 10 or 20 minutes. To make the most of our four-day Dealing with osteoporosis— Maine, from page 7 visit, we took a half-hour trip to was "Goose Rocks Beach," whose silver Across the river in Lower Village is the Portland, Maine. Portland features a a seminar for the public sands seemed to go on forever. We picked waterfront region. The bustling harbor, tremendous farmer's-market and a beau- up picnic supplies at the Goose Rocks replete with lobster and fishing bo'atss is tiful waterfront area with one restaurant Beach General Store and stayed in the" another great place to photograph. after another. mild 80-degree weather for hours. It was About a mile down the road is Cape We made a similar trip to Portsmouth, a great place for children, and the gently Porpoise, named by Captain John Smith New Hampshire, where they were cele- lapping waves added to the ambiance. in the 1600s. This is another great place brating "Market Days." There were On the way back, we stopped at a won- to photograph the workboats and see the street vendors everywhere, selling derful flower nursery that had miniature lighthouse on Goat Island. crafts, artwork and food. It was quite an horses, goats, swans and chickens. I made Our favorite house in the downtown experience. best friends with three of the horses and area was a yellow and white structure So, if you are looking for a pleasant seven goats. Once again, we used up our called the "Wedding Cake House." A sea place to visit'with a sense of history and film. captain built this ornate house many years the greatest lobster you have ever eaten, . Dock Square is located in the heart of ago for his bride and yes, it looks just like take a trip to Kennebunkport, Maine. Kermebunkport. Here, we found fine gift a huge, beautiful wedding cake. And, if you happen to see one of our shops, ait galleries and wonderful restau- In 1820, tourmaline was discovered in Presidents there, be sure to tell him that rants. In the center is the Sailors and Maine. People are still mining this gem- Barbara sent you. Soldiers Memorial, always encircled with stone today, in the western mountains of seasonal flowers. George Bush lays a the state. Many of the better jewelry stores wreath of flowers at the foot on the carry this multi-colored stone and the memorial every year. prices vary with purity. Odds & Ends about Maine Dr. Richard Bloy At The Lighthouse Cafe In 1840, lobstering was a very prof- itable business. However, by the turn of Osteoporosis, a disease that causes bones. It takes 700 hens working: "Real Hard" the century, lobster was so plentiful that to become so fragile they easily snap, was To lay 90,000 eggs a year for The it was thought of as a poor man's food. once considered a natural consequence of Even the servants were said to have aging. New breakthroughs in medicine have rebelled, refusing to eat lobster, since it made it not only preventable but treatable, Lighthouse Cafe's was served to them so frequently. and the regeneration of bone is now a reality. "World's Best Breakfast" Area physician, Dr. Richard Bloy, MD, A "cull" is a lobster with only one FACOG, is spearheading programs to edu- . Which Came First, claw. A "short" is a lobster that is cate and inform women on the options The Chicken Or The Egg? thrown back because it is too small. available for preventing, treating and reversing osteoporosis. His first workshop At The Lighthouse Cafe In downtown Kennebunkport, one of is scheduled this next week on July 11. "It's Our Customers!" the churches has a bell cast by Paul Huge, strides in the development of new Call Ahead Seating - Smoke Free Environment Revere & Sons. medications and procedures, along with 362 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel * 472-0303 Osteoporosis, see page 13 Islander • Week of July 6 - .iu/y 12, 2001 • 9 Acorn Booked to Infinity BELT, Anna's Moroccan by Nancy Santeusanio and learn about their life-styles. I verbal- Ann Taylor Special to The Islander ly design the type of geometric cuts that Bacchus & Co. will best compliment their features." TOW Bath & Body Works Little Joe, owner of Beverly Hills Recently Joe had a client who had a Banana Republic Hair Design in the Village, has made a square-shaped face and wanted a wedge quantum and exciting move from styling hairdo. "I told her that if a producer Bed Bath & Beyond the hair of Hollywood celebrities and brought her to me and asked me to make Bell Tower- Travel specializing in custom replacement to a •her as ugly as humanly possible, I would Bell Tower 20 Cinema different, but equally distinguished and not have had the imagination to give her Big Olaf Creamery low-keyed clientele in Sanibel and die haircut she was already wearing. She Captiva. was shocked at my bluntness but obvious- .Bistro 41 "The transition has been sweet," he ly decided not to shoot the messenger." Blackhawk Cafe says. "I came from Class A+ to Class A+. When Joe finished with a style that fit Brookstone What people around here call traffic her face, she said, ."You made me look Charmed Jewelry Boutique resembles 4 a.m. in .Los Angeles. In like I lost 20 lbs." Cheshire Cat Toys Sanibel, I can see millions of stars at Joe tells a story about a Hollywood night, but if I wanted to see the Big star who came into his salon and started Chico's Dipper in L.A., I had to go into the telling him how to design his hairline. "I Clockworks kitchen and open up the cupboard." listened to the gentleman and rather than Cooker Bar & Grill Sanibel reminds Joe of the Hombley attacking him, I showed him where his D'Amico & Sons hairline would be if he had maintained Draper's & Damon's his hair." On a scale Gap from 1-10 he want- Gap Kids ed Joe to rate the Holiday Inn Select hair unit he was wearing. "It doesn't Homewood Suites rate," he replied. Island Pursuit The man was Jacobson's stunned. • Joe Jacobson's Hair Salon explained that if he was asking for his Janeen honest opinion, Janeen's/Bridal that's what he was Johnny Rockets going to get. The Key West Boutique man's curiosity was Manatee Max piqued, and he let Joe do the Mayors Jewelers photo by Michael Pistella makeover. The Merle Norman Cosmetics Little Joe arrives at his shop in the Village. results were exactly Nancy Young, Inc. what he wanted and Omaha" Steaks_,,. . , his caution to Joe Hills or Truesdale Estates in Beverly was, "You can't ever move." Pa^cfifngton Hills where ihere are trees, not glitz, and Over the years there have been dra- " Peel 'N Pare the people are of the same mind as here. matic improvements in the quality of Portfolio They are residents interested in conser- products available on the market. With Saks Fifth Avenue vation and maintaining the natural habi- people's active life style, Joe recom- tat. One of his concerns in coming here mends shampooing hair at least five Soft As A Grape was that he didn't know how to start times per week. Yesterday the word was Swim N' Sport from scratch. "Wash your hair on Saturday night, Sunglass Hut "I'm a pro, and my whole career I've because any more will dry out your Talbots been booked to infinity," he confides. scalp." Today that's all changed. Taste of New York Pizza His Beverly Hills clientele begged him On the West Coast it's more common not to leave but, after much deliberation, for a man to use hair color than in the The Mote Hole Joe resisted their pleas and came to East. One man told Joe that he didn't use Thomas Kinkade Gallery Sanibel. hair color, because he wanted to be nat- CHICOIB T.G.I. Friday's Little Joe's Beverly Hills Hair Design ural and disliked anything artificial. Trader Rick's was formerly the Village Hair Salon, and "How come you're wearing pants?" asked Joe was pleased that the former owners Joe. The man was stuck for an answer.: Trappings Travelware wanted to remain on staff. He made one "Men and women who color their hair do Unisa Shoes "- change by moving the dryers from their it to look better. A little color can bring Victoria's Secret former location and customizing that out your face and has the effect of mak- Vitamin World room for himself. This means he can ing you look like you've lost some work on his clients in private which is weight." Who doesn't likq that? Wallaby Trading Co. especially important if they are consider- Since hair normally grows half an inch Williams-Sonoma ing custom hair replacements or thinking per month, most people should be able to about a different look they want Joe to visit their hair salon about every three or create. four weeks to maintain their look. If peo- DISCOVER AN ENTERTAINING NEW WORLD "There's something unusual about the ple say, '"Oh, you got a haircut', chances way I work," says Joe. "I allow one hour are you've waited too long." : for a hair cut, because that's what it takes Particularly in this climate, the ultra- THE BELL TOWER SHOPS to do the complete job. My most impor- violet' rays can't be ignored. Whether tant client is the person sitting in my hair is natural or colored, sunlight heats : Bed Bath & Beyond • Bell Tower 20 Cinema chair. That's how I got to the top and up and actually chews the hair. That's stayed there all these years." why it's always best to wear a hat. The Jacobson's • Saks Fifth Avenue Some people have definite ideas about good news is that a lot of die gels and Cower of US 41 & Daniels Pkwy. what they want. "I like to listen to all mousse have a protective ingredient in their ideas, because it tells me a lot about Open Daily* (941) 4894221 them. I get to know them as individuals Little Joe, see page 11 10 • Week of July 6 - July 12, 2001 • Islander Big fish, big story for city councilman; big break for 200lb. tarpon By Dawn deBoer Although the totem pole was recently cess fishing island waters. from the movies and it was around him. Staff writer beheaded, its massive mix of arrows and The Chattanooga boys opted to try The struggle began. messages has turned it into an island land- their luck with a fishing guide. Captain Bob's final words: "It's up to Fate turned fishy at the Chattanooga mark over the years and fishers still know By 8 a.m. the morning broke clear with you now. Don't panic." City Council office of Dan Page on his where to find the captain. a slight'southern breeze blowing dockside Dan, with his attention rivited on hold- return home to Tennessee from a San-Cap His fishing years are logged in boxes at another island landmark, Jensen's ing the rod, missed the first run of the tar- fishing trip in May. packed with snapshots of battling tarpon. Marina — the product of a high-pressure pon on top of the water. "I have been hooked, abused and Pointing to one hooked long enough to be system which had been over Florida for "The next run I saw it! It was the doubted by ray colleagues on city council. hauled aboard, "An average catch, about a three weeks, the captain proclaimed the largest fish I had ever seen, even on tele- As an ambassador of Sanibel, I would 100-pounder," he said. calm the luck of the fishing party. vision. For 45 minutes to an hour I fought request my fish story be told, so that I can The captain's log also notes the fishing Page's childhood friend, 56-year-old that fish with everything I had. From the - have some validation of my catch and, trip of the 200-pounder that broke away. Gary, stood 6-foot-2 and ready with 230 front of the boat to the rear. The fish was hopefully, restore some of my credibility "Yes, I remember him. He had me pounds of manpower. actually pulling the boat at times." in our great city." . * write out proof. Son of a gun. The fish he "You guarantee we'll catch fish?" Later, he said, "Now I know there are When Page told fellow council mem- had, that was a monster. He handled it "Double or nothing. You pay me dou- other reasons for an anchor." bers he hooked the 200-pound tarpon that really well. It took him about 45 minutes, ble if we catch fish or pay me nothing if Thirty minutes sped by. Capt. Bob got away, the council was skeptical, even got him right to we don't." called in to a nearby boat the catch of a with signed certification that Page the boat. Then :. ..••'. ' •£" Wasting huge tarpon. "hooked and almost landed" what would- the hook pulled no time, the "I finally realized what I had when have-been a prize catch that fateful out." threesome Capt. Bob said it was one of the biggest Saturday, May 12. It's a com- •?i. parted the tarpon he's ever seen. Other guides in the Fishing guide for the Tennessee fisher- mon tale from —* smooth area started calling in, asking what was men, Capt, Bob Sabatino, who helms the fishermen tak- waters of the going on. 24-foot center console, Fish Hawk, out of ing on the 55 "''^ .-,£. **.„ marina for "It's a big one," is all the captain said. 'Tween Waters Marina, didn't carry the bony-mouthed ~''.rJ*' "$• the barrier "Each time I would get it to about five same weight in Chattanooga he holds on tarpon. "Any feet of the boat, it would take another the islands after 40 years of landing quite y islands to line will hold a .,; .".;.... catch bait ran," said a tiring Dan, wondering if he'd a few big ones off their shores. 1 tarpon, and no ; :• ' *'..•' t and "have a ever land it. "I've lost count over all those years," matter what • ,: - little fun" Capt. Bob gave some drag to the 50- said Sabatino who, along with long-time hook you have, _ _ before the pound line. Another 45 minutes, skating islander Charles LeBuff, erected Captiva's if it doesn't Capt. Bob Sabatino atop the water four or five times more, the only totem poleback in 1963 to hold the hook the soft Dan Page "real» fishing tarpon was back five feet from the boat captain's fishing sign and famed arrow part of his mouth — if it's not in the cor- began. again, Dan said. pointing down the street to his boat and ner of the mouth to penetrate the meat or Artifical lures soon had the three reel- "I felt I had it when Capt. Bob said we house off Andy's Marina. inside, if it's just in the lip — it can twist ing in, "fish big enough and numerous needed to see it roll to bring it in for a just the right way to pull out," Sabatino enough to have called the trip a success photo. When it was close in, I could plain- says. "I've had that happen I don't know and bigger than this city boy usually ly see the tarpon was hooked squarely in SANIBEI^CAFnVA how many times. You get it right to the catches in many fishing attempts from the the center of the mouth." FORT MYERS BEACH boat, it turns the right way, and it just pulls beach on Sanibel," Dan recalls. The captain radioed that the tarpon out. It happens — most of the time right For years, Gary and Dan and their sons could be a 200-pounder. BEST RATES after you hook him." fished with fair success off Sanibel fishing pier and the surf off Blind Pass Back in Tennessee, however, Chatta- before it closed. HOTEL RESERVATION CENTER TO nooga Council Vice Chairman Ron "The success was hot from the FORT MYERS BEApH. SANiBEL; Littlefield, perhaps inexperienced or not a fishing but from the time I spent NAPLES &PUNTAGORDA fisherman at all, presented Page with a certificate proclaiming him the council's with friends and family," Dan said. "greatest fish storyteller" with a mounted "The family joke is, don't fish with singing fish reminiscent of the one he dad if you want to catch fish." ATTRACTION AND EVERGLADES "almost" caught in honor of a "tremen- This day, though, Capt. Bob had TRIP DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE something else in mind. After an dous battle" fought. hour of bait-catching and fun fish- Gulf fishermen know days like these ing, Capt. Bob announced, "Let's well ... ' go get the big ones." According to i! EXrT 28 » (800) 285-8192 The day before Mother's Day, two Page, they had caught ladyfish, SOUTHWEST FLORIDA friends from Tennessee on Sanibel vaca- Jack, trout, catfish and some he did WELCOME CENTER tioning as they have done for more than not recognize. He said he was The average tarpon in SW Florida 29 years, again experienced limited suc- embarrassed to keep asking, waters weighs about 150 lbs "What's that?" Heading for North Captiva and Cabbage Key, Capt. Bob worked the "I knew it was big," said Dan, "but Cnnpiiter Outlets radio, exchanging information with five having never been tarpon fishing, I did not boats in passing. He. maneuvered his boat realize how really big it was." Sanibel/Ft. Myers Beach Location near the main channel with a lookout for Then, it happened. The line snapped, a tarpon and shark. At anchor, the first rod 150-pound steel leader rigged to keep was baited with a headless catfish, anoth- sharks from cutting the line broken. er with ladyfish, and the lines thrown out. It was over. NOW OPEN! "Now wait for the freight train to hit," Capt. Bob diagnosed a kink caused by Capt. Bob said. the struggle. Dan asked if there were any- 16970 San Carlos Blvd. Dan, comfortably ready for the freight thing he could have done better, and the Suite #2 train to hit, made his first mistake. He captain responded that there really was started to think about the islands, how nothing. "That fish was huge, but just got in Hie Alisertsun's EHasa great it was to be back and how many fish a little lucky," he said. "We would have let (482-7325) he'd already caught. him go anyway." ' . "In that instant, the freight train hit," he Was he just trying to console me? Dan said. "Whatever I hooked was taking line wonders. Or did I blow the biggest oppor- off my rod in a flash." tunity of my life to catch a trophy fish? The captain yelled. Homeward bound to Captiva, a boat "Let it run! When it stops, raise your passed, and the guide yelled back, rod and wind it up as you lower it. Put this "Thanks for the show!" on. You're going to need it." This was a "belt" that Dan knew only Happy fishing... Islander » Week of July 6 - July 12, 2001 • 11 "Some people see the cup as half 150/80 but "That's okay," she said. "It's out without Joanie. My dear friend empty. Some people see the cup as half white coat syndrome." Barbara had come with me, but she was Little eJoe, frompag e 9 full. I see the cup as too large." "What's that?" the woman asked, probably more frightened than I was —-George Carlin alarmed. The nurse explained that people I survived what I later came to learn their formulas to help guard against the often have high blood pressure when was a "Vaso-Vagal response." In lay- harmful rays. Today was Aredia day. .Once a month they are getting their treatment because man's terms it meant that my vein had For the past 25 years, Joe has been the for the past 4 years I have gone into my they are anxious from all the medical clamped shut from all the pumping on guy to whom surgeons often went when oncologist's office for this people around. "Besides," she the syringe. It opened back up and I came they needed assistance in a procedure treatment that is intended to The said, "yours isn't even high. around. involving the hairline. "There's a specific strengthen my bones and Metastatic Not to worry." way to design a hairline when you're keep my cancer from coming Life A little while later, the nurses putting in a hair transplant. I showed them back. It takes two hours. rushed over because this ... the nurses rushed over how to achieve a hairline that combs well. There is a needle involved woman started to turn beet red because this woman started Otherwise, it ends up looking like alfalfa." and one of those bags hang- and was having trouble breath- The three sins of hair replacement are: ing from an IV pole. I get it ing. Seems she had a reaction to turn beet red and was people wear them too thick, too dark or in the main treatment room to one of the chemotherapy having trouble breathing. too far forward. "Why don't you hang that where there are always lots drugs. Actually, not the drug on your nose?" On both the east and west of people receiving but the solution the drug was coast, Little Joe is recognized as an expert chemotherapy. suspended in. I remember Dr. Harwin walking down in his field, and more and more clients are This is a time each month Before you could say "Help the hallway. There I was lying on the taking advantage of his highly perfected when I am forced to sit and her!" they had oxygen and floor with all this equipment around me talent and skill. not do anything, so I try to blood pressure cuffs and ther- and I heard him say "Is that Lisa Pierot? Through Ms generosity and foresight, make the most of it by get- mometers. What's she doing on the floor?" Talk Joe with his wife, Ginny, are starting a ting to know the other She was so scared. I was about a surreal experience. foundation called "Hair for Kids, Inc." patients. Lisa Pierot scared for her. So I did what I I talked and talked and, as I did, I The objective will be to provide custom Lots of times, when a per- always do. I started talking. "I watched the color of the woman's face hair replacement for children who have son hears my story, they are encouraged remember my first appointment with Dr. return to normal; her breathing slowed experienced hair loss due to medical rea- that they too can survive their illness. Harwin after I came home from the and she started to relax. Pretty soon, the sons such as chemo and burns. That's because my cancer was so transplant in Tampa," I said. "One of the crisis was over and she was okay. Their intention is to provide this ser- advanced... but I'm still here. And that's nurses was trying to draw blood from my She started joking with the nurses and vice at little or no cost to the families, and okay with me because I'm all about giv- port and she wasn't getting a return. She I resumed reading my book. I thought, "I the immediate goal is to have the founda- ing people hope and encouragement. It's kept pumping the syringe and all of a don't know if my being here really made tion completed with its board of directors good for me in more ways than one. sudden I felt like I was going to pass out. a difference in this woman's life, but it before the end of this calendar year. When someone says "My God, you are a I started coughing and then I tried to sure felt like it. And either way, it defi- "We feel we would like to give some- miracle!" I absorb it into my being and stand and Ifell right on the floor. I could nitely made a difference in mine.' thing back," says Joe. To make this idea believe it. I need encouragement just like hear the nurses calling for a crash cart Until next week. even more visible, their license plate reads everybody else. (just like on ER), and I remember think- "Hair for Kids, Inc." So today there was a new woman ing "You've got to be kidding me! I've Want to read some of Lisa's previous What can be finer than to give back to there having her second treatment. She survived a stem cell transplant and now columns? Go to www.geocities.com/the others? Thank you, Little Joe, and con- wanted to know what everything meant. I'm going to die from a bad blood draw?" metastaticlife. E-mail her at lisas fait® gratulations on your recognition in Best of The nurse said her blood pressure was It was also the first time I had ventured earthlink.net. the Islands 2001. k-*: i * "*" ~ * -" " -••*--'• —• -•-'--• •• •• - r ... * Fabulous beach front 4 Bedroom 3 Bath home Best beach front view on Beautifi.il new 3 bedroom 3BR/ 3BA home. Room for with like beach front views, the Island!! 3 bath home, close to club. large addition. A must see. fully furnished. Great rental 3 BR/ 2BA rental ready. Fully appointed... One of the few beach front income. Great income. Hurry! homes still available. $739,000 $679,000 $485,000 $1,295,000 Preview these & other great properties at wwrnnorthcaptivateaityxom Broken 'jiijrtiiJWiJi'ois wf-fimr 12 • Week of Julv 6 -Julv 12, 2001 » Islander Upper Captiva, by Nancy Santeusanio gency medical flights. This is faster than Special to The Islander ambulence, and care is immediate upon arrival at the hospital. Upper Captiva is a different world. It's The Upper Captiva Fire Department is out there in the water where time is mean- equipped with gas vehicles and employs ingless. If you come with a watch, take it two full-time firemen plus three part- off. It's called island time and differs from timers and twelve volunteers who travel any other time you have ever experienced. around the island regularly, to check on k--- You may request a service call for your hazards and outdoor barbecuing offenses. refrigerator and be told that. it will be Upper Captiva is best described as a repaired on Monday, but what time and true island for nature where an unbelieve- what Monday is unpredictable. able bounty of shells, the most in North The island is approximately V4 mile America, is hidden in the white sugar wide by 4*/2 miles long, and 3/4 of it is a sands. You can walk by the birds and they natural preserve. Over a two-year period, won't fly away. An abundance of osprey the population has increased from 48 to build their nests on the chimneys or 60 full-time residents, and everyone who rooftop decks. "You can't use your fire- lives on the island will help their neigh- place," warns Anne Feltingoff, owner of bors. "That's the flavor of the island." With four sand paths for bikes and golf carts only, it takes about five minutes to An aerial view of Red Fish Pass separating Captiva and Upper Captiva get from one end of the island to another. (in the foreground) and the island's airstrip. Custom golf carts are the craze, and a golf cart raised off the ground with big tires, her vision of the real estate market, she tions to the house. wide running boards, a radio and a fold- decided to open Upper Captiva Island He wasn't prepared for Feltingoff's I •:- down back seat is just one of these special Properties. answer. "Drive to the Marina in Pineland jobs. "Property values have been rising and onto a barge that will carry you across • Dining and shopping possibilities steadily over the past two years as the to Upper Captiva." She told him the sand include two restaurants, two little gift island is discovered," she says, "and peo- path to take and explained that he would shops, a grocery/deli, and a bar. For more ple visit us during their vacations. Many be permitted to deliver the furniture, but extensive provisions, residents soon learn can't go back without owning their own must leave the island immediately. that they need to plan before they leave by little piece of the island." Feltingoff reiterates that Upper Captiva private boat or water taxi to shop on the Since October 2000, Feltingoff has is not for everyone. But if you are inter- mainland. sold 15 properties including houses and ested in the best shelling in North Upper Captiva has its own private lots equaling about 90% of her listings. America, unspoiled nature, bird watching, airstrip with a helicopter pad for emer- "Right now there's very little left, but list- star gazing, photography, water sports, ings will continue in October and swimming, deep-sea fishing, magnificent Golf carts are the way to get November, and then everything is always !--• around on Upper Captiva. fresh and gets sold." Some lots are being r' sold as doubles and triples to ensure the island's low density and maintain its pri- A highlight is the arrival of Upper Captiva Island Properties. vacy. the mailboat when neigh- Manatees swim along the beach, and Most of Feltingoff's business is from nature takes precedence on the island. referrals, advertising and through her bors gather at Barnacle There's a three-foot alligator swim- website. "Actually, the island was discov- Phil's to pick op their mail. ming in a pond at the Safety Harbor Club. ered through the website about three years A gopher tortoise named George lives ago." adjacent to a house with an unmowed What many people like is that there's sunrises and sunsets and can be savvy lawn, where he frequently indulges in a no one to impress on Upper Captiva. about living on an island with approxi- diet of grass. , Whether you're aA8 mately 60 residents and abundant wildlife, One loose pig named Flash has been Pulitzer Prize winner, a brain surgeon, with boat accessibility controlled by the wandering around the island for a year. a business owner, or an artist, or just a weather, then you belong on Upper nouj When he was brought to the island, he person looking for a bit of life's tranquili- Captiva. objected to riding in a golf cart, jumped ty, you will be enveloped by the majesty There are golf carts but no golf cours- out and took off. Now the residents of the island's natural beauty. es, just the largest sand trap and water fiftyine indulge in Flash Sightings, and the most There are people who have lived on the hole you have ever seen. According to common question is, "Did you see Flash island for years and distinguish them- Neil Feltingoff, you can go to Upper today?". •••'.•. selves as preservers of the island's history Captiva with money in your pocket and AX (PG13) Like many other residents, Feltingoff and little-known stories. This is a true return home with almost the same and her husband chose Upper Captiva for neighborhood where the fun comes from amount. 4:00 - 6:45 - 9:35pm its unspoiled environment and its oasis people enjoying one another. After the first three months, Feltingoff qualities. Feltingoff had lived and sold A highlight is the arrival of the mail- finally learned to take off his watch and real estate on the Outer Banks of North boat when neighbors gather at Barnacle overcome his need for precise organiza- Cats & Dogs (PG) Carolina, but after seven years of experi- Phil's to pick up their mail. Both locals encing the unpredictability of the Atlantic tion. His builder said, "Now you under- 4:30 - 7:00 - 9:00pm and visitors eat at this famous island stand the island — you'll be fine." Ocean and being in the path of hurricanes restaurant with its display of 4,732 (at last and tropical waves that left the coast of count) signed dollar bills, and visitors ' Africa, she and her husband were ready to If you 're fascinated by this captivating : return to be sure their signed/dated dollar barrier island and your curiosity has been ISLAND. CINEMA \ find another island away from this path. bill is still on the wall. Consequently, they searched: only on peaked, check out the Web: Ticket Prices When you move to Upper Captiva, www.uppercaptivaislandproperties.coni $7.00 Adults • $5.00 Seniors 60 & over the Gulf Coast. Although all the islands there may be a few surprises. Feltingoff were beautiful and had their own treasures, Or, for a free market analysis, e-mail: $5.00 Children 11 Sunder says that when their house was completed, [email protected] Upper Captiva was tKeir prime choice. they had ordered furniture from a local Bailey's Shopping Center During her first year of working with a furniture company with an assigned deliv- real estate office on Upper Captiva, Upper Captiva Island Properties, Tarpon Bay Road ery date and time. They waited and wait- P.O. Box 477, Pineland, FL33945 Sanibel Island Feltingoff dealt with almost 60 clients ed, but the truck never arrived. Finally the who bought or sold property, and all of driver called arid explained that he was , 472-1701 them were seeking personal service. With Call Anne at (941) 395-4647 or fax her driving around Captiva and needed direc- at (941)395-4200 Islander « Week of July 6 - July 12, 2001 • 13 Randy Wayne White stars in a booksigning party Logger-tread Log ., July 1 Jnfy-1 ; 2001 20,00. Nests False Nests false Crawls €raWls East End 23 50 40 48 West End 120 203 211 314 Captiva 67 KM HI ill Totals 210 357 382 476 photos by Scott Martell The crowd enjoys the unbeatable combination of Randy Wayne White Randy Wayne White and the music of the TVoublestarters. The Sanibel Bookstore was the epicen- disappeared quickly, while McT's provid- You can't sit still when the Troublestarters p.m. and Smith says that the Sanibel ter of festivities and booksigning last ed the beer. play and people were dancing all over the author signed over 200 books in two and Sunday, July 1, when Randy Wayne The atmosphere was so much fun and parking lot. When the rain came, that did- a half hours. White was in town. He was autographing pleasantry that the crowd was more than n't stop anyone... Move the vehicles Smith says she expected a good crowd his latest, Shark River, for about two and a happy to wait in line to get an autographed around, drape a tarp over the space you've since she had spread the word effectively half hours while the Troubleshooters from book. created, put the equipment in the VW's in advance. Still, she says that the turnout Jensen's Marina entertained the crowd Holly Smith, the proprietor of the open door, and keep right on goin'. was surprising, exceeding her expecta- with their music. Timbers and the Sanibel Bookstore, notes that the spirit What's a little rain?! tions. Jacaranda supplied food while Katie was very much one of friends helping each "We never get to play in the rain these Starting Saturday, July 7, the bookstore Gardenia's was responsible for desserts, other. Never let it be said that a little rain days," observes Smith, "so we said why will be starting story time with book read- including some sumptuous brownies that ever interfered with a party on Sanibel. not?" ings by Angela Mocknis from noon to 1 The festivities went on from 5:30 to 8 p.m. for children ages three to five. Osteoporosis from page 8 lifestyle adjustments, have tamed this once With medication, proper nutrition and debilitating and life-threatening "silent weight-bearing exercise, the disease can be thief." halted or not occur at all. Accordingly, Bloy Over half of American women over the has invited physical therapist and osteoporo- age of 45 have low bone density (15 million sis specialist, Usha Madapusi, P.T. of reported cases) and more than 28 million Mainstream Rehabilitation, to share her Americans suffer from low bone density and knowledge as well during the workshop. are at risk for this crippling disease. Madapusi, will describe and detail proven However, most people don't have any idea methods for physical fitness and therapy, Fun Folk they have a problem until they perform a especially for women afflicted and at risk. simple task like opening a window and frac- Refreshments will be served, door prizes ture a bone. awarded, and everyone will leave with a With contemporary breakthroughs in "goody bag." medicine, osteoporosis may soon become a Co-sponsored by Mainstream Rehabili- disease of the past. tation, Mission Pharmaceuticals, Pharmacia, Bloy is pro-active against the disease and and Procter & Gamble, the Women's determined to inform women how they can Contemporary Health Center Osteoporosis live into healthy old age without suffering from Workshop will be held July 11 from 7- 8 this crippler. He states unequivocally that all p.m. at the Health Center conference facility, women over the age of 45 should have a bone 6150 Diamond Centre Court. There is no A Special Show ofNavajo Folk Art mineral density test. The Dexa-scan has made admission fee, but seating is limited. Call the test easy. Talcing only 10 minutes, the scan- 561 -9191 for reservations. July 1-31, 2001 ning prodecure takes only minutes. Board-certified and practicing obstetrics and gynecology since 1985, Bloy is in private Think about it., & Ban practice as director of the Women's i°/ 15." Delbert Buck, Navajo Contemporary Health Center in Fort Myers. - Do you smoke? Dedicated to empowering women with the - Do you drink alcohol? latest strategies to enjoy longevity with a - Do you avoid dairy products? healthy lifestyle, he is up on the latest devel- - Are you sedentary, physically inactive? opments and much sought after to address his - Are you white of European or Asian peers.. descent? The one-hour workshop will cover: - Are you small framed, thin? Who is at risk? Preventive treatments. - Have you chronic back pain that may 2340 Periwinkle Way How the disease can be corrected. How it be related to compression fractures? Sanibel, FL 33957 can be reversed. What happens when no - Did you have early menopause? treatment at all is given? Questions from the f 941-395-2200 Answer yes to any of the above, and audience will be welcomed. First Person www. tribal works .com Today osteoporosis is not a fact of life. you may be at risk for getting or already having osteoporosis. . •14 • Week of July 6 - July 12, 2001 • Islander trees to pull millions of tons of carbon cial facility were discouraged by Lee dioxide out of the atmosphere and is in County zoning staff. But when the project discussion with big emitters of green- was reclassified as a Community Facility house gases over ways to share the costs. Planned Development, the county recom- New York Times : 5/15/01 mended approval. Environmentalists are outraged by a get much of their support from auto indus- At the request of the Responsible Mexican government proposal to dot try unions and almost any state where oil Florida's drought has not destroyed the Growth Management Coalition, senior 2,500 miles of Baja California coastline is produced or cars-are manufactured. And 2001 breeding season, says Dale Gawlik, planner Bill Spikowski reviewed the pro- with a network of upscale marinas that. there is entrenched opposition from a biologist with the South Florida Water posal, found the project had been improp- President Vicente Fox says is criti- Republicans who oppose federal Management District. During an aerial erly reclassified, and was still in major cal for economic growth. The pro- regulation in any form. An "inde- survey of key rookeries in western Palm conflict with the Lee County comprehen- ject, called Nautical Steps, is pendent" committee has been Beach and Miami-D.ade counties on May • sive land-use plan. RGMC attorney David designed to lure 1.6 million boat established to study the issue, but 11, Gawlik saw lots of wood stork and Rynders warned that approval by local owners in California and other the 13-member panel, backed by white ibis chicks. A group of 1,100 wood officials would make it impossible to keep nearby U.S. states into a new sys- the Department of Transportation, stork nests was found south of the other commercial facilities out of the tem of harbors, -wharves, hotels has no member from the environ- Tamiami Trail, just inside the northwest Groundwater Protection Area. In spite of and restaurants on the Gulf of mental movement. corner of Everglades National Park, clus- this, the plan was approved by the Bonita California and Sea of Cortez. The Los Angeles Times: 5/20/01 tered in the shelter of big willow trees. Springs City Council on May 23. Rynders Bob Last year there were only about 2,000 was denied an opportunity to testify. - area is home to whales, sea lions, Slayton dolphins, turtles and other wildlife Many companies have voluntar- nests, about half of them along the amia- Accordingly, the RGMC and several mi Trail. In an ironic twist, water in that so diverse and abundant that the late ily cut greenhouse gas emissions to head other environmental groups have taken area that was once too high for wading French oceanographer, Jacques Cousteau off tough government regulations. Euro- steps to .challenge the project. Over birds is now lower and ready for the called it "the aquarium of the world." pean oil giants Royal Dutch/Shell and 50,000 acres are contained within the chicks that have already hatched and left Homero Aridjis, an outspoken Mexican British Petroleum are moving to end the Groundwater • Protection Area. the nest. In the Arthur R. Marshall environmentalist, has called the project a practice of burning off natural gas in their Commercial development would cause Loxahatchee National Wildlife Refuge "monster." Environment Minister Victor oil fields. Currently, it is cheaper to burn severe ecological and hydrological dam- SFWMD biologists counted nearly Lichtinger says the government plans the the gas than to liquefy and store it. age. 12,500 white ibis nests, a record. low-impact development precisely to pre- By the end of last year, DuPont had Personal communication from Dr. serve what is "probably the richest sea in reduced emission of greenhouse gases News-Press: 5/21/01 Fran Stallings: 5/24/0! the world in biodiversity." He says rev- from its factories worldwide more than enue generated by the project would give 50% below 1990 levels, largely by chang- Some time ago, four developers pur- Mexico money "to protect all of this for ing the way it makes nylon. Previously, chased a 28.3-acre site within the Lee Bob Slayton was a resident of Sanibel for the first time. People say growth destroys the process produced enormous emissions County Groundwater Recharge Area east over 13 years, serving on or as chair of the environment; I believe what really of nitrous oxide, a gas that, molecule for of Bonita Springs and offered it to a the city's vegetation committee for most of destroys it is poverty." The government molecule, is 300 times more effective than YMCA group for a new facility. Initial them. He publishes Environmental has pledged to expand airports in the area carbon dioxide in trapping heat in the efforts by YMCA consultants to get the UPDATE, from which these items are and build four new major roads to accom- atmosphere. area rezoned to accommodate a commer- taken, monthly. modate the increased tourist traffic. Auto executives are working to reduce Washington Post: 5/6/01 their own emissions, especially in Japan and Europe. Big gains in fuel economy America's appetite for gas-guzzlers are possible there because most drivers Is diabetes our Biblical pestilence? continues to soar. A Transportation prefer smaller vehicles. Japanese regula- By K, a Mosier ply because He associated with outcasts Department report shows that the average tors have ordered car manufacturers to Special to the Islander and sinners. Gluttony was a serious accu- fueleconoray among new cats this year is improve average gas mileage to 35.5 Public health officials report that sation in Jesus' time. 24.5 miles per gallon — tying 1999 for miles per gallon by 2010, from 30.3 mpg between 1990 and 1998 the incidence of Not anymore! Americans today, Christian the lowest mark since 1980. On Capitol now. Automakers in Europe, including diabetes in the United States of America and non-Christian alike, are totally and fully Hill, attempts to increase fuel efficiency Ford and General Motors, have reluctant- has increased by 33 percent. It grew 8 per- consumed with indulging themselves. "I've standards for vans and sports-utility vehi- ly agreed to increase fuel economy there cent in 1999, alone. Diabetes is reaching been so good today that I deserve that piece cles •* face opposition from both political to 41 mpg from 33 now. "epidemic proportions" in America. It is of pecan pie! Oh, and don't forget the parties. "Making that one change would Alcoa is testing a new smelting process called "the silent killer" because it can be vanilla ice cream!" Sound familiar? save an amount of fuel equal to, if not that could cut releases of carbon dioxide present for years without any symptoms. After living in West Africa, I realized greater than, the projected production and perfluorocarbons, another group of There is no known cure. that America's eating problems are very from the Arctic National Wildlife potent greenhouse • gases, by 25% by Health officials have also reported that simple. We have too many choices of Refuge," claims Rep. John Oliver CD- 2010. General Motors is helping the obesity increased by 57 percent during that things to eat! And, most of those choices MA), sponsor of a House bill that would Nature Conservancy buy 30,000 acres of same period. It seems that our nation's are loaded with sugar and empty carbohy- impose tougher standards on SUVs. Atlantic coastal rain forest in Brazil. increasing obesity parallels the alarming drates. It pains me to watch visiting Third Spearheading the opposition, however, International Paper Company has identi- growth of diabetes. Fifty years ago, dia- World Christians gorging themselves the are two Michigan Democrats, Rep. John fied 65 million acres of degraded pasture betes was an unknown disease among the entire time that they are here. A friend from Dingell and Sen. Carl Levin. Democrats or cropland that could be planted with Zuni Indians of New Mexico. Today, 50 war-torn Sierra Leone in West Africa percent of all Zunis have diabetes! admitted to gaining 20 pounds during a Is diabetes the "end times" pestilence recent six-week stay here. that Jesus warned us about? Diabetes Can anyone name a sin that is preached affects all races, both sexes, the young and about less than gluttony? 1 fear that glut- the old, the rich and the poor. ' tony has become an acceptable sin in our Real Estate Loans In the past, the Christian community has Christian community. In every church, it Financing Arranged For • Primary • Second Home •• Investors smugly pointed a righteous finger in the seems as if the sanctuary is built only short- . • First & Second Mortgages, Jumbos direction of AIDS as Jcsus's most likely ly before the kitchen is installed.-The best Biblical pestilence. 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Faith can move mountains, hut it lakes a For more information, check out good foundation. Loafman's Web site, www. wilderness cove.com. This is a worthy project, and if A group from the Sanibel Community you feel called to help in any way, contact Church learned this lesson well in a spiri- him at RR#1-Box 81, Robbinsville, NC tually enlightening, if somewhat ardu- 28771. ous, working trip to Robbinsville, N.C. June 17-23. The goal was to construct the first building — a log cabin bike barn —- for Wilderness Cove, a Christian summer camp for children that will open in the summer of 2002. The construction team was nine strong. Led by Pastor Barb Nave, it included teens Shawn Kilgore and Melissa Simontacchi, plus John and Elizabeth Freeman, Charlotte Radke, Bob Coscia, Faye Matthews and Scott Martell. - * Photos, Faye Matthews. The summer camp is the dream of for- The "foundation" builders from Sanibel Community Church. mer Lee County resident and Young Life leader, Rob Loaf man. Several construction-oriented mem- bers of the group recognized that, because the building would be situated on a hill- side, it would need a more substantial foundation than planned — a "Sanibel" foundation. So, three days were spent Shawn Kilgore Riverdancing on under the flooring, creating the strongest, the solid floor. most beautiful foundation ever seen in those high hills. While the foundation was being set, . earth movers groaned up the hill opposite If you Martell helps align beams for a Charlotte Radke is proud of the strong corner. retaining wall she built above a thought creek. that was Jim Thomas remembered funny, The community's feelings for the late Jim Thomas and regard for his family are evident then pick up in front of the businesses he and Mary owned for so long. Thomas died suddenly on June 23 at the age of 78 after showing up in his wrecker with a smile — big band music playing — hundreds of times to rescue us (Book from dead batteries, flat tires, failed trans- Bob Coscia and Martell get silly missions and the like. The memorial wreath with Melissa Simontacchi. at stores is from Sanibel Fire & Rescue. everywhere. ISLAND FRAMING & GALLERY again to the unselfish, dedicat- ed firefighters of Sanibel for their assistance helping our firefighters combat the flames at South Seas Resort Golf Shop poyei i^necic it outn 1 on Captiva on July 2. 472-4592 2330 Palm Ridge Rd. #6 472-1118 — Bud Murphy Islander • Week of July 6 - July 12, 2001 * 17 eisure Notes from Broadway Pahn Dinner Theatre Like a fresh fruit salad, Never Too comedy. Yet another nice production Hansel and Gretel is aimed at Late (which just closed) was plus-perfect served up with style and attractiveness by enchanting the wee folk (aged 8 fare for a hot summer's eve. Broadway Palm Dinner and under), but the big kids This delicious romantic com- Theatre. Nicely done, folks! (like me) had a super time as edy from 1962 was light, Center Stage Now, get ready! set! go! well. This was not your run-of- bright and breezy. Nothing See Annie, that musical story the-mill Hansel and Gretel. •»' -.- too taxing or overly emotion- about everyone's favorite This show had cute singing ally charged for the little gray orphan. Grab the whole family bugs and beetles instead of cells in this one. for fun, adventure and a bit of •angels helping the brother and The play, which focuses mayhem with Annie, Sandy, sister get away from the on the challenges of becom- Daddy Warbucks, the evil Wicked Witch, who wasn't ing parents in late middle-age, Miss Hannigan and all the your usual, scary old crone. is still as funny now as it was orphans when they take over This was a screwy, singing, back in the '60s. The enjoy- the theater from July 5 through dancing Witch (Celeste Day, able cast consisted of Gerry August 25. Hear great songs Broadway Palm's ace produc- Konjura (Harry) and his real- like "Easy Street," "A Hard tion stage manager in real life, life wife Sherry (Edith) repris- Knock Life," N.Y.C." and the in disguise and doing magic). ing their roles as the middle- Marsha Wagner one and only "Tomorrow." In fact, the entire cast of Candace Ritter and Sean-David Bos aged expectant parents. The As a summer special Hansel and Gretel was totally starred as Hansel and Gretel with Celeste delectable Beth Ellege plays daughter Annie is offering a discount price of $14 pleasing. Eleven-year-old Day (The Witch) at the Broadway Palm Kate while Mark Richards is most enter- for kids aged 14 or under. What are you Candace Ritter. (Gretel) has a Children's Theatre. taining as her wacky husband Charlie. The waiting for? Call the box office at 278- voice as big as her home state performers kept the laughs rolling in high 4422. Tell 'em Marsha sent youse guys! of Texas with a personality to A fun time was had by one and all at gear throughout the evening, with the match. Sean-David Bos (Hansel); age 12, Hansel and Gretel — even the buffet of drunk scene scoring extra high on the Children's Theatre is a musical comedy personality in the hot dogs, hamburgers, pizza, French fries mirth meter. John C. Rager's pastel Yea! Boo! Watch out! Oooooh! Yipes! making. Day's Wicked Witch had a and dessert wax fun. scenery and the sunny, colorful costume All were heard during the terrific pro- wicked .sense of humor, in addition to her And... Mirror; mirror on the wall.,. designs by Ruben Permel established a duction of Hansel and Gretel at the cackle and magic tricks. Sigmund the guess what opens on July 20! Snow White perfect setting and tone for this charming Broadway Palm Children's Theatre. Spider (played to the hilt by Rick and the Seven Dwarfs! Wow!! Better call Sebastian) was the leader of the delight- the box office at 278-4422 right away for ful singing, dancing coips of goofy-look- dates, times and reservations — this one ing, buggy critters doing battle with the will sell out fast. See you at the Dwarfs' Witch. place from July 20 until August 11. Immaculate 3 Bedroom! Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs opens at the Broadway Palm 2 Bath "Island Home" Children's theatre on July 20. located on 1.75+ acres. CALL FOR PRIVATE SHOWING VACATION RENTALS Linda Gornick Furnished 2 and 3 bedroom Gulf-front properties. Available weekly /monthlv / Discounted Summer Rates MCFADDEN M (941) 472-6669 ext,627 1-800-459-1985 Rental Accommodations • Rental Property Management 1456 Periwinkle Way • Sanibel, FL Local: (941) 472-5050 • Toll Free: (877) 388-5050 . Web: sani6elcaptivavacation.com • Email: [email protected] 18 • Week of July 6 - July 12, 2001 • Islander Regiona! Forecast Charlotte, Col!ier, and lee Counties Beach and Marine Brunswick, GA Beach Forecast for Saturday^, 90/72 Cope Coral; Mixed clouds and sunshirj' noon shower or thunderstorm. A soi' nville Wph. Ft. Myers Beach: Times of clouds and sun with noon and evening thunderstorm. Wind from th t. Augustine west at 7-14 mph, 94/79 Sun and clouds with an An evening t-storm, then afternoon t-storm. partly cloudy. Sanibel: Partly sunny; thunderstorms will move. the area during the afternoon and evening. Wii Shown is Saturday's weather. . mm^T 93/73" V**" . : the southwest at 7-14 mph. County High Temperatures are Saturday' highs and Saturday night's lows. •«•» C ^f County Low Beach Charlotte 89 to 93 Charlotte ..-.,., 70 to 74 Offshore Forecast for Saturday: Collier 88 to 92 Collier 71 to 75 Charlotte Harbor: youds and some sun, A thunderstorm Lee 90 to 94 Lee 72 to 76 in the area during me afternoon and evening. Southwest Punta Gorda wind at 8; 16 knpte. Waves 1 -3 feet 94/75 Gasparilla Sound: Miked clouds and sun with a thunder- Ides storm in same places during the afternoon and evening. CHARLOTTE Southwest wind at 7-14 ^nots. Waves 1 -3 feet. 93/77 / Fort Myers St. Petersbui Sot.'High Sat. Low Sun. High Sun. Low Pine Island Sound: .Sunny; a thunderstorm will move thh 'idurifig^the afternoon and evening. A 90/77 Cape Coral 7; 13 a.m.12:29 a.m. 7:34 a.m. U03a.m. Bridge' 4;10 p.m, 10:32 a.m. 4:53 p,m, 11:23 a.m. W^. Waves 1 -3 feet. Capriva at 5:03 o.m, 7:16 a.m. 5:24 a.m. 8:07 a.m. Estero Bay: Cloudsana'sOfi'with a thunderstorm during Redfish Pass 2:00 p.m. p 2:43 p.m. 10:22 p.m. the afternoon and evening. Southwest wind at 7-14 Fort Myers 8^06 a.m. 1:11 am, 8:27 a,m. 1:45 a.m. knots. Waves 1-3 feet. 5:03 p.m. 11:14 am, 5:46 p.m,12:05p,m. Matiocho 6:41 a.m. 9:58 a.m. 7:02 a.m. 12:29 a.m. Pass 3:38 p.m. 4:21 p.m.10:49 a.m. Immokalee ; Pineland , 5:39 q,m: 8:56 a.m. 6:00 a.m, .9:47 a.m. UV Index 95/74 r 2:36 p.m.. 11:27 p.m. 3:19 p.m. Values are Saturday's highest exposure to tne sun's ultraviolet rays. Point Ybel 4:08 a.m. 7:18 a.m. 4:29 a.m. 8:09 a.m. 1:05 p.m. 9:49 p.m. 1:48 p.m.10:24 p.m. Punto Rassa 4:57 o.m. 7:11 a.m, 5:18a,m, 8:02 a.m. 1:54 p.m. 9;42 p.m. 2:37 p.m. 10:17 p.m. St, James 5:28 a.m. 7:46 a.m. 5:49 a.m. 8:37 a.m, COLLIER City 2:25 p.m. 10:17 p.m. 3:08 p.m. 10:52 p.m. 0-1 Minimal, 2-3 Low, 4-6 Moderate, 7-9 High, 10+Very High Notional Forecast Shown ate noon positions ot weather systems and precipitation. Temperature bands are highs for the day. Forecast high/low temperatures are given for selected cities. All maps, forecasts and data provided by AccuWeather, Inc. ©2001 Sun and Moon ^,:'3?isaa^--4? ^ Wtather Trivia Q: What is the hottest part of summer sometimes called? . . National Summary: A pleasant day is expected across the Northeast under high pressure. Across Texas and the southern Plains blazing heat is expected as the mercury rises to over 100 in many locations. Afternoon fhundershowers will pop up across the Rockies today with another in a series of warm days. 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'Moscow 85o3pc 82o0pc VerocriiZ 85 71c 85 72 c Deri/er :>;, ' • 90,62* ' 80 66s' 82-68 r Wqshing!on,-QC•- 84' 68 pc 8868> Islander • Week of July 6 - July. 12, 2001 »_ 19 of Yonkers' shows of experience By Anne Bellew from the University of North Carolina/ Arts Coordinator Chapel Hill where he was business man- ager for the Carolina Playmakers and A fine production of Neil Simon's taught acting and theatre management. Pulitzer Prize -winning Lost in Yonkers He was a founding member of the pro- continues its successful run at the Wood fessional Playmakers Repertory Company Theatre featuring a slew of fine actors and and appeared in several of their produc- actresses and a gang of pros behind the tions before moving to Venice, Florida scenes. Exquisite use of language, lyrical where he works as a freelance director — phrasing (sounds like a music review, most recently staging Cat on a Hot Tin doesn't it?), and sensitive direction mark Roof for the Venice Little Theatre. Three this signature Simon play. summers ago, he directed the summer sea- It's a simple story set in August, 1942. son at the Pirate Playhouse, A domineering mother is in complete Todd Sherman, Technical Director and charge of her domain — a large apartment Lighting/Sound Designer-in-Residence, is over an ice cream parlor which she oper- celebrating his first anniversary at The ates with the help of a daughter who Wood. He has extensive credits, including seems to function one brick short of a all of the above plus Stage and Production load. Add to that, she's completely under Managers at Florida Rep, where he met her mother's thumb and has never left his fiancee Rochelle Festa, The Wood's home. Resident Set Designer/Prop Master. During the course of the play an older Rochelle is from Massachusetts where she son asks his mother to take in and care for received her BFA (not 10 miles from my his two young sons, her grandsons, be- hometown) at Bradford College. She cause he must go back on the road buying photo by Michael Pistella moved to Southwest Florida only recently and selling scrap steel in order to pay off Sheila Ruppert as Aunt Bella shares a bit of her life with her nephews, and her designs have already been seen at the debts incurred by his late wife's illness Artie (Alex Doud) and Jay (Philip Lowendick) in Lost in Yonkers. Florida Rep, Theatre Conspiracy, The Old and funeral expenses. It is the kids' inter- Schoolhouse Theatre and BIG Arts. action with the rest of their father's fami- swears), through roles as diverse as of Being Earnest at The Foulds. He is a The Wood's Resident Costume ly that is the focus of the play. Touchstone in As You Like It and Fagan in living history interpreter at the Edison/ Designer/Wardrobe Master Jim Cohti is Eleanor Beth Lukitsch (Grandma) is a Oliver, he served as artist in residence at Ford Estates portraying Harvey Firestone starting his second season at the theatre. A singer, actor and director with a record of the Pirate Playhouse from 1998-2000, and Thomas Edison. resident of Sanibel for the past 20 years, success in radio, theatre and television. assuming the position of Artistic Producer His wife, Lee Meyers, plays Aunt Gert, She began her career as a youngster on the in September, 2000. a character particularly noteworthy famous Horn & Hardart Radio Show out Alex Doud, who plays Arty, one of the because of her distinctive way of wheezi- see page 20 of New York City, sang with big bands two young brothers in the play, is a ly speaking while inhaling instead of and toured with Jimmy Durante. Sanibel native who is going into 8th grade exhaling. (Ed. note: Rigid, unbending par- Her resume includes many musicals at Canterbury this fall. In addition to an ents can do that sort of thing to you.) from the Gershwin parody of presidential early role in the building and dedication She began her theatre experience as, .In 1 it" ,, i : .1 . \w elections, Of Thee I Sing, to J.T. Smith's of the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Mabel in Pirates of Penzance in revival of Anything Goes. She has played Foundation's Butterfly House, Alex Lafayette, Ind. She's played Mrs. Gibbs in in Shakespeare, Shaw and Albee played Jim Hawkins in Treasure Island Our Town, Ethel'Banks in Barefoot.,, and Festivals, appeared in Angel Street and under B.H. Barry and Robert Kalfin, He Mrs. Brady in Florida Rep's Inherit the The Dining Room for the Pirate Playhouse has also worked in To Kill a Mocking Bird Wind, but claims her favorite role is "Wife and, at the Second Street Playhouse, she and, last season, in The Nerd as well as to Joe" whom she met while playing his FREE ESTIMATES played Dot in Porch, which the New- appearing in several of the Pirate Players' wife in My Daughter, Your Son 20 years Press described as "a role played to per- children's productions., ago. She too is a living history performer 278-7735 fection." Philip Lowendick plays Jay, the other at the Edison/Ford Estates. Panels -t- Rolf-downs As producer and director of The Lee brother: This is his first mainstage produc- The boys' other aunt, Bella -— the one A- Accordians County Children's Theatre, Lukitsch tion at The Wood, although he has per- who helps out in the ice cream parlor—is achieved high praise for her work in form- formed in several Pirate Players' produc- played by Sheryl Ruppert. "Ruppert's ing The Peanut Butter & Jelly Co. which tions as well as many shows at his alma Bella is touching as well as funny and her toured Florida and delighted audiences. mater, Mariner High School. He will transition scene is pure gold," said critic She also formed The Actor At Work in appear in this summer's third play, Marsha Wagner. She too has played 1998, recruiting local professional actors Everybody Loves Opal and will be attend- Mabel in Pirates..., but at the Gulf Coast touring in outstanding one-act plays. She ing The American Music & Dramatic Opera Company. is a director/drama coach and conducts Academy in New York City this fall. Director Joe Simmons holds an MA training classes for professional actors. The boys' father, Eddie, is played by Gulfshore Life named Lukitsch one of the Joe Meyers. Meyers has performed in most interesting people in Southwest many productions in Kansas City, upstate Florida. New York, and Indiana as well as in Robert Schelhammer (Uncle Louie and Florida — Equus, Our Town, On Golden Artistic Producer) has been working iii Pond, 1776 and others. Locally, he has show business and the arts most of his life been seen in The Bad Seed and Inherit the as well. Starting out working with David Wind at Florida Rep; Last of the Red Hot Voss in Flower Drum Song for the U.S.O. Lovers and Barefoot in the Park, among when he was 17 ("a mere child," he others, at the Wood; and The Importance SEAWEED GALLERY Collective Artisans & Mermaids — Featuring Local Artists 2055 Periwinkle Way, Suite 3 • Sanibel Island, Florida 33957 • 472-2585 20 » Week of July 6 - July 12, 2001 • Islander from page 19 he is originally from Ohio where he stud- BIG Arts announces upcoming season ied costume design at Kent State. He's worked on productions that range from Volpone to Winnie the Pooh. Stage Manager Dan Dyche was born in Buffalo and has been living all over Florida for the past 18 years. His exten- sive knowledge and natural ability for carpentry, cabinet making and drywall/metal framing found him not only construction work, but also gained him an opportunity to work at Barbara B. Mann Hall, where he finally found his calling as a stage hand. . Sometime during his year-and-a-half there, a friend told him The Wood needed his talents, and on Sanibel he is. He opened A Tuna Christmas working as a carpenter/backstage and technical crew and, for the summer, has taken on the responsibility of Stage Manager. Sponsored by 'Tween Water Inn, Lust In Yonkers plays Wednesdays through Saturdays through July 21st with tickets BIG Aits has published its schedule for Chicago's Jump Rhythm Jazz priced at $17 in honor of Neil Simons' the upcoming season and it really sparkles Project, 11 jazz and tap dancers 74th birthday. Call 472-0006. with the prospect of superb musicians and "Rocking in Rhythm," and fea- Although dark this week for the Fourth performances. turing 1997 Ruth Page Dance of July, the play resumes on Wednesday, The electrifying performers, Prairie Achievement Award -winner July 11, right upstairs over the ice cream Winds, violinist Gil Shaham and pianist Billie Selgenfield; and the next shop. Vassily Primakov, return, by popular generation of the, Brubeck demand as stars of the Great Performers dynasty, Chris Brubeck & Series. The Emory Chamber Music Triple Play, playing a variety of Society of Atlanta appears on Dec. 9, the music from the swinging tunes of Sarasota Ballet on Jan. 26, the Chamber father Dave to a blues melody Orchestra Kremlin on Feb. 11... Just to called "Nobody Knows When give a flavor of what the season offers. You're Down and Out" and, of Island favorites, the Glenn Miller course, "Take Five" and "Blue ' Orchestra and Skitch Henderson are on Rondo." the program in February and March, The Young Artist Series (new last sea- is Bananas, Books & Pancakes by The respectively, son"), which is designed to Fantasy Theatre Factory — storytelling with both iho superstars of with music, mime, acting and costumes. Cm\gmttilatians to the CCA! afternoon Add to this exciting array films, work- from your island builder shops and classes, discussions, book and evening groups and seven outstanding art -exhibits Miller con- — Danny Morgan Paintings opens on certs already Oct. 20, followed by a juried theme show GEORGE scheduled to entitled Food, the FLAG Florida Artist deal with Group in January, Two Friends: PARKER INC* annual sell- Matsumoto and Takeda in February, the fa a s outs. New this year will San-Cap Art League in March, the Ncm Construction be Saffire—The Southwest Florida Craft Guild in April Rcmadelityj Uppity Blues and three others. Design Women, a nation- Season tickets are available for the 16 ally acclaimed Great Performers at $325. If purchased tomorrow, before Oct. 15, a seat in the loge will be 15975 McGregor Blvd. • Tim Myers, ¥133908 acoustic trio of (941) 464-5100 will feature assigned. Any one person buying one women with dis- baritone i-aao-747-sioo tinctive blues and ticket or more for each of eight different e-mail: gpi($coi:rjncr.ccim Keith concerts at one time will receive a 20 per- ballads, delightful Phares in harmonies and cent discount. February, a Individual tickets range from $12 for .State Certified General Contactor #C(S-C0079(i3 lusty lyrics; graduate of the Juilliard i • Opera . ' ; Center, _. • , ~. I sponsored by r \ the Marilyn 1 I limit. I mances in the outdoor pavilion under the stars with the waters of Roanoke Sound as a backdrop. An Outer Banks Sampler, the Festival Out of state Park Invitational Show featuring more • Marc Chagall: Early Works from Waste Reduction and than 40 Outer Banks artists, is on dis- Russian Collections. Includes paintings play through July. by Yehuda Pen, Chagall's first painting teacher. Through Oct. 24. Jewish Prevention Begins With You Picnics, coolers and kids welcome; fes- Museum, New York City, www.thejew tival seating; gourmet picnics ordered a ishmuseum.org /Pass n what you no longer need to charities, day in advance (252/475-1110) will be delivered to the performance. • Rooms with a View: Landscape & schools, friends, etc. Wallpaper. Through Oct. 14. Cooper- Hewitt National Design Museum, New /Save scrap pieces of paper and used envelopes Art exhibits York City. • Landscape/Land Use. Through July 8. for writing notes and grocery lists on. Tampa Museum of Art (813) 274-8130. • Beauty, Honor and Tradition: The Legacy of Plains Indian Shirts. Through /Reuse plastic containers for food storage and • Secrets of the Sea. Through Sept. 15. Nov. 4. National Museum of die American Florida Adventure Museum, Port Indian George Gustav Heye Center, glass jars for nails, paper clips, screws, etc. Charlotte. (941) 639-3777. New York City. /Choose the brand that uses the least amount • Clay Rocks, featuring 25 of Florida's • On Gold Mountain: A Chinese- finest ceramic artists. July 6-August 24. American Experience. Through Sept. of packaging. Free opening reception & two-day 30. Smithsonian Arts & Industries /Buy items in bulk quantities. workshop. Florida Craftsmen Gallery, Building. Washington, DC. St. Petersburg. (727) 821-7391. /Bring along your own shopping bag. • Dinner for Five: Japanese Serving • A Disarming Beauty: The Venus de Milo Dishes for Elegant Meals and Real and in 20th Century Art. Through Sept. 9. Imagined Places in Japanese Art. Salvador Dali Museum, St. Petersburg. Through Oct. 21. Freer Gallery, (727)823-3767. Washington, DC. • The Cuban Missile Crisis: When the • Within These Walls. An 18th Century Cold War Got Hot. Through summer. Georgian house and the five families Florida International Museum, St. who lived in it between the 1760s and Petersburg. (800) 777-9882. the 1960s. Also Paint by Number: Accounting for Taste in the 1950s. • Florida Visual Arts Fellowships 1999- Through Dec. 31. National Museum of 2000 Exhibition and Small Abstractions. American History, Washington, DC. Through July 14. The von Liebig Art Center, Naples. (941) 262-6517. • Beautiful Bodies: Form & Decoration of African Pottery and Encounters with • 50th Annual All-Florida Invitational the Contemporary. Through Jan. 6. and Boca Raton Collects: Works from National Museum of African Art, Private Collections. Through Aug. 26. Washington, DC. Boca Raton Museum of Art, (561) 392- 2500. •American Painters Head West. Corcoran Gallery of Art, Washington, • Down Like Lead: 400 Years of Florida DC. (202) 638-1700. www.corcoran.org Shipwrecks. Through Aug. 5. The Brevard Museum of History & Science, • Cocoa. (321) 632-1830 • All That is Glorious Around Us: Outer Island Paintings from the Hudson River School. Through Sept. 1. Harn Museum Mortgage Co. of Art, Gainesville. (352) 392-9826. 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Wednesdays, Thursdays @ 6:30 p.m. Ice Cream Theatre Old Schoolhouse Theater ~Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs~ Sundays @ 5:30, $44.98+tax July 20th-Aug.llth, limited schedule "Charlotte's Web~ • 1908 Periwinkle ~ 472-6862 • Bird of Prey Through July 14th Lunch & show, $13 Lunch & show, $15.50/$12.50 '*. Funny Money Snow White opens July 20th Fridays, $49.98+ @ 6:30 p.m. Through August 18th, $20 Saturdays, $56.98+ @ 6:30 p.m. Florida Repertory Theatre 5-course dinner, 3.5-hour train ride Philharmonic Center for the Arts J. Howard Wood Theatre The Arcade Theatre 5833 Pelican Bay Boulevard (800) 597-1900 2200 Periwinkle ~ 472-0006 First & Hendry Streets ~ 332-4488 Seminole Indian Casino • Lost in Yonkers (800)218-0007 • Social Security Children's Summer Theatre Through July 21st, 8 p.m., $17 July 13th-August 5th, 8 p.m., $22 • Andy Griggs: July 7th. No shows first week of July • Mindy McCready: Aug. 11 th ~How the Leopard Got His Spots Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall 8 p.m., $15 July 19th, 20th .& 21st 8099 College Parkway ~ 481-4849 ~Little Red Riding Flood During the summer, August 2nd, 3rd & 4th • The Monkees Live and in Concert: Buckingham Community Center 9:30 & 11:30 a.m., $10/$5 shows do not run every night Mickey Dolenz, Peter Tork, Davy Jones (941) 626-5399 & matinee times may be inconsistent. July 27th, 8 p.m., $43-$48 • Bluegrass Concert & Pick-In Be sure to call before making plans. Sponsored by Oldies WOLZ 95FM August 5th, 2-5 p.m., $5 Sanibel Public.'library Captiva Memorial Library 770 Dunlop Road • 472-2483 11560 Chapin Lane • 472-2133 YOU'RE iNVitED! July 25-2 pan. July 12-2 p.m. Sanibel Library Book Group will You've been meaning to call Shell Point and learn more... now you have the Wild Things - stories & live animals perfect opportunity! Enjoy a complimentary continental breakfast discuss Anil's Ghost by Michael and coffee as you learn firsthand about the waterfront lifestyle Ondaatje. A western-educated an- ttrropologist returns to her homeland July 19-2 p.m. combined with reassuring lifecare that only Shell Point can of Sri Lanka to investigate an orga- offer. You can ask questions, get information, nized campaign of murder on the Paper MacheAnimals - craft program and enjoy Shell Point's beautiful setting. island. July 26 - 2 p.m. /;••' Call 466-1131'. Meetings are open to all who love Sound the World - stories told by books and want to talk about them. Lynn Carpenter to make a reservation. Seats are limited! Those attending are expected to have read the book and participate in the For children age 6 and older .. SHElL#POINT. •-.;. discussion. 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South novel 59 Boiling 105 Classical 11 Former land's nose 94 Like *9842 drew three rounds of trumps and 14 Social 60 West hunk? surgeon 50 Fractional Sauternes WEST EAST led a diamond to dummy's ace, worker? 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CHARGES, WATER, SEWER (800) 628-9073 extG100_ Monthly rental only, $7500/month. Golf Resort (888) 382- 0088, SEWER & DRAIN CLEANING AND TRASH COLLECTION Please call Don Owen (309)- (863) 427-0325 LEAKY PIPES . 2V5-4587'. TENNESEE MOUNTAINS Near 829-7371. www.lakemarion.net CARPET HOUSE REPIPING Knoxville. Magnificent Georgian 24/HR SERVICE AVAILABLE ______residence. 1 1/2 acres of lawn and Summer Special! DISNEY AREA CLEAN1N® STATE CERTIFIED trees. Haven in Midst of activity. Snow White Village 5 minutes CFC041710 $475,000. Carter Real Estate, to Disney - 4 Days 3 Nights JEFF MCWHORTER ©ISTANT Greeneville, Tenn. Call Dora Sleeps 5, Full Kitchens From 472-0377 LUXURY HOME 694-7043 Carter or e-mail $29. Details, Call 1(800) 533- "D & C Carpet Dora Carter Haromon 1103 or Cleaning" BY OWNER ©hotmail.com OCEAN FRONT www.snowhitevillage.com 5 Room Special VIEW PROPERTY (423)^639-7856 SOUTH SEAS PLANTATION $39.95 PRIVATE POOL AND SPA 2. Rooms WESTERN UNBELIEVABLE ARIZONAI BEST ONE ACRE FENCED IN LOT APARTMENTS & $24.95 NORTH CAROLINA LAND OPPORTUNITY IN AMER- RESORT AMENITIES AVAILABLE Sofa- Loveseat All parcels ICA! Large 1 acre lots. Zero downl DUPLEXES FOR $59.95 GULF COAST WATER Over an acre Zerio interest! $99/ mo ($8,995 A FEW WEEKS with free chair. Specialists and with total) 1 hour from Tucson. Golf, STILL AVAILABLE DURING RENT Truck mounted Residential • Commercial Good building sites JULY THROUGH OCTOBER 2001 hiking, trails, lakes, Perfect weath- Are youlooklricffor affordable hous- unit. • Drain & sewer experts Whtch have er, 4,500 ft. elevation, spectacular ing on Sanibel? We have 2 bed- Tile & Grout •Well & water equipment 40 mile panoramic view of views. Deal Direct w/ developer & SPECIAL RATES AVAILABLE Cleaning. . • Leak Specialist DIRECTLY FROM OWNER room vacancies available in the 4 Ranges plus save. Money back guarantee. Below Market Rate Housing 541-4111 24 Hour Emergency Mount Mitchell. Free Literature. Call 1 (800) 682- FOR A LIMITED TIME. Program. Application required. or 823-5556. Service. Elevation over 4,600 feet. 6103 Op#15A for recorded mes- Annual lease only. No pets. For Customer Satisfaction Cool all summer. sage. No salesperson will call PHONE: (219)272-0889 further Information, please contact Guaranteed!! Good roads with FAX: (219)273-5973 Community Housing & Resources, Licensed • Insured Easy access to Western North Carolina - Escape to Inc. 472-1189 489-0276 State Highway. the country & relax. Free Informa- Excellent for mountain home tion on mountain properties, cab- CARPENTRY __ 549-2897 to compliment ins, homes & investments. CONDOS FOR Remodel and RepairT Specializing in South Florida living. Appalachian Land Company (800) WEST GULF DRIVE Kitchens, Bathrooms, Doors, Call (828) 688-4284 837-9199. 5510 W. US 64, RENT Crown Molding. All Repairs inside Murphy, NC 28906 & outside. 20 years experience. OUTSTANDING HOME Burnt Store Marina. Gorgeous, New Guaranteed Quality WITH PRIVATE BEACH ACCESS, 2/2 Condo; 6th floor. Overlooking Workmanship. Licensed, Insured. Marina and Charlotte Harbour. BEAUTIFUL TEXAS LANDI 20 Western North Carolina Mountains: AVAILABLE: Call Jim 281-4943 or 454-5501 TREE SERVICE Where there is cool mountain air, 2002 SEASON Beautifully furnished. Golf, tennis, acres, 25 miles east of BOOMING boat charters, restaurant avail- El PASO. Roads, References, views and streams. For Free $4500/MONTH Brochure Call 1-800-642-5333. able. Monthly or weekly. 458- Surveyed. $9,995. $0 Down. $99 2355. CONCRETE & monthly. No credit check. 1 (800) Realty of Murphy 317 Peachtree 941-995-0631 843-7537 St., Murphy, NC 28906 941-982-4170 MASONRY "Armando's" www.sunsetranches.com HOMES FOR DRIVEWAY Complete or partial concrete Tree Trimming Basl Kept Secret in North Carolina. TIMESHARE~ removed and replaced. DISNEY AREA MINI VACATION And Free brochure on mountain, RENT Driveways, patios, sidewalks, Removal creek, lake and farm properties. FOR SALE SALE - Get 4 Days & 3 Nights lanais, and pool decks. 15 years Hotel Accommodations for •Free Estimates Call or write Mountain Country Timeshare Resales. The most effec- experience. Licensed and Insured • Reasonable Prices Realty, 157 Hwy 64 West, tive way to buy, sell or rent! No Only $79. Call Now for your & : contractors. Accurate Concrete Summer & Fall Reservations 1- 10 years Experience Hayesville, NC 28904. Call (800) commissions! Closing & financings ALERT! I ^Cutting!! 57.4-8001 _M-F Licensed Insured 230-8898 provided. Free Info 1-(888) 997-. (800) 749-4045 ext. 526. 6668 www.wholesale-travel.com ODOWN 574-6276 www.timeshareappraisals.com F.H.A. 910-4514 Colorado Ranch CLOSEOUT SALE Florida Gulf Coast Treasure Island TOTAL COST 35 AC - $89,900 Just 1 hour to Fine "Fatix~"FihTsfi',~TITe' Master's FL Island Inn Beach Resort. Your $390 Touch. Decorative painting & Colorado Springs. Owner must place in the sun, with spacious NO CREDIT sell last 5 properties at unbeliev- ~''~VACAtldif home decor. Jacqui V. and Gulf front efficiencies. Private bal- OR Michael P. 574-8607 or 283-4391 able pricesl 360* views of the conies, heated pool, beach bar. PREVIOUS BANKRUPTCY OK Rockies. Very private, minutes to RENTALS islandinneresort.com CALLF.C.M. 1,000'a acres of BLM land. Call 941-461-0499 Red Creek Ranch toll- free (877) 1 (800)_635-4312 676-6367 2APTIVA/GINGERBREAD HOUSE Florida Resident Special. Orlando, two minute stroll from the beach Dayton, Cancun. No tours I Get Enjoy Coo! NC Mountains & Relax. library, chapel by the sea, and away for some fun, Close out Free Brochure on Acreage, resturaunts. offer! Only $299. per person. Up Cabins & Investments. Call In Village - to 3 children stay free. Hurry, Offer Cape Coral Cherokee Mountain Realty, Inc. 2 bd, 2 full baths, ends soon! .Call 1 (800) 613-6225 Yacht Club Area 1285 West US Hwy 64, Murphy, HC 28906JJ800)_ 841-5868 _ screened veranda, totally fur- 5329 Cortez Ct. nished/shaker antiques. ORLANDO - ONLY 5-MIN. FROM Direct sailboat DISNEY/UNIVERSAL -Buy or rent FOR SALE BY OWNER/ Winter $1795 < access canal with Summer $895 beautiful 1-2 bedrooms totally fur- 3500 Ib. boat lift. THOMASVILLE, GA 95 Acres w/ nished/equipped. Enjoy the 1.5 miles of Historic Ochlocknee Henry Romersa (615)-262-9859 3 bedroom, 2 bath, garage, amenities and a magnificent washer/dryer, A/C, lanai, River Frontage. 2BR/1BA w/ investment. Rentals available per screened porch overlooking river. fruit trees,new Italian tile, night/week. Lage Realty, (407) plush carpet, Very clean- Prime Hunting. $395,000 370-0121 (407)363-1765. GREENVILLE, FL 487 Acres/ Beautiful! $675 Per Acre Call 1 (229) 227- Cape Cod(Brewster) www.sandlakevillas.com $1,025 per month. _ 7127 or 1 (229)_879-0607 Golf Course Condo 1bd, fully furninshed, 40S Coral Drive. LAKE BARGAIN! 3 + ACRES $900 weekly, • Direct sailboat access, $24,900. Free boat slip. July/August. 4 houses to River. Beautifully wooded spectacular No smoking. No pets. 200 ft. wide intersecting Do you have canals, views, deeded access to 35,000 Call 508-771-1189 or acre recreational mountain lake in 16,000//boat lift, Tennesee - near 18 hole golf 45 ft. wrap around dock. course! Paved road, utilites, seasonal 3 bedroom/2 bath, new heated perked. Excellent financing. Call pool, new Mansard lanai, now (800) 704-3154, ext 166 .UXURY HOME new deck, A/C, DCEAN FRONT. vacancies for washer/dryer, attached SOUTH SEAS PLANTATION LAKE BARGAIN! 3+ ACRES garage. When you feed an alligator you cue training it to PRIVATE POOL AND SPA Spectacularl $24,900. FREE BOAT , SLIP. ONE ACRE FENCED IN,LOT . Beautifully wooded, spectacular $1,400/month approach humcms and are creating a life RESORT AMENITIES AVAILABLE NEXT 941-338-5027 views, deeded access to 35,000 A few weeks still available in threatening situation... especially for our acre recreational mountain lake in Feb, April, & May-Oct 2001 Tennessee- near 18 hole golf Special rates available directly Season? Fill course! Paved roads, utilities, children. Feeding alligators is a criminal act perked. Excellent financing. Call from now 1 (800) 704-3154, ext. #197 owner for a limited time punishable by fines and/or imprisonment. Ph: (219) 272-0889 Fax (219) them with a Yearly rental available Sept. 1st 273-5973 Gumbo Limbo on East end of Lake NORTH CAROLINA & GEORGIA- Beautiful Sunset! City of Sanibel Ordinance 75-29 Lane, Mtn. Homes, Second 4bd/3bth and garage. $i850/month Florida State Statute 372.667 Homes, Log, Creekfront, Classified! plus utilities. • Lakefront, Mini Farms, Call Chuck or Sally @ 390-9329. 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Bm 99-1 Home SANIBEL, FL 33957 -166.0761 __ Call \al Mdikci Serving the Residents of Licensed andlnsured 4^2-2636 Sanibel and Captiva "t Love Trees and Trees Love Mel" Islander • Week of July 6 - July 12, 2001 • 31 32 » Week of July 6 - July 12, 2001 • Islander i * '• . *' ( ( w-i; J i i-il-' 2400 Pa3m Ridge Road, Sansfoef FL 33957 o Very private home Low density Island complex • Direct access to intercoastal • 3/3 townhouse floor plan • Boat dock • Near beach, wonderful water views • www.sancapreaitor.com • $450,000 Furnished Cfeaaara 3 Large bedrooms, 2 baths 3 bedrooms & den Community pool & tennis Fantastic water views Great room with fireplace Close to beach access Near beach access Perfect condition $589,000 b \ >$H, Spacious 4 bedroom & den • Established since 1985 Guaranteed dock at $3.50 per foot • Unique gift & novelty store Reduced to $639,000 • Excellent location and lease k KVt"S Gorgeous lake & pool view • REDUCED TO $49,000 + inventory Call.. .Art Carae® • 2 bedroom & 2 baths *• • Waterfront • Beach access across street 8 Beach access, pool • e-mail [email protected] • Visit www.chUckah* • 3 bedrooms, 2 baths 2 bedroom, 2 bath Wil • Glassed in porch Great ground-level Unit' • Marina community Direct Gulf View • $225,000 (furniture optional) €al!«.f»at Efcteafaab • 5pectacular Gulf Front • 180 seat restaurant; full liquor lie, • 3 bedroom, 2 bath • Near beach golf course community • Asking $1>895,000 • State of the art tennis facility • e-maif [email protected] • Recently renovated leasehold improvements Call..»Stewe Wimhmtt Of ?*l?53> • Renovated Ft Jvlyers Home * 2 BR/1 BA • 2 bedroom & 2 bath • Boat dock available • Loads of bujlt-instorage < * Gulf beach acce • Asking $185,900 www.sanibelcaptivavacation.com e-mail: [email protected] For additional photos and information visit our web site or e-mail. 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