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VOL. 10, NO. 41 From the Beaches to the River District downtown Fort Myers OCTOBER 21, 2011 Free Edible Landscaping Workshop great yard doesn’t have to be simply ornamental. It can be beautiful and edible, too. That’s the message Master Gardener Todd Roy will bring to the Alliance Afor the Arts GreenMarket Saturday, October 22, at 10 a.m. His presentation is next in a series of free gardening events hosted at the weekly GreenMarket. He will talk about ways to get the most out of your yard and some of the many fruit trees and shrubs that grow well in Southwest Florida. He’ll also address container gar- dening options and using vertical spaces. His talk is meant to inspire people to use their yards in more productive ways. Roy attributes his interest in plants and horticulture to being raised in an agricultural and self-sustaining environment. He grew up in a small midwestern town in Michigan with one traffic light, a working wheat mill and a community engaged in 4-H and agriculture. He said he remembers many trips with his grandparents to the fields and orchards to pick fresh peaches, cherries, pears, plums, blueberries, strawberries and apples. He also helped them tend and harvest a large vegetable garden. His grandmoth- er would can and freeze much of what they harvested, enabling them to enjoy fruits and vegetables throughout the year. Roy relocated to Florida in 2004 and was excited to see all of the new growing options Southwest Florida has to offer. He eventually found a home as a horticulturalist at The Edison & Ford Winter Estates which he had frequently visited and admired. He Todd Roy at the GreenMarket said he enjoys working with all facets of horticulture but his passions are sustainability, organic gardening, and edible landscaping. Being an artist, he also enjoys painting the grow their own food. It’s also a hub for everything locally grown, caught and cultivated, flowers he’s grown and invites other artist friends to paint in the garden as well. with vendors offering fresh local produce, breads, seafood, organic sprouts, tropical fruit, People interested in growing at least part of their family’s fruits and vegetables in free-range eggs, honey, gardening supplies and more. It’s every Saturday from 8 a.m. to their yard should not miss this free gardening workshop at the Alliance GreenMarket on noon at the Alliance for the Arts. More information is available at www.ArtInLee.org or the corner of McGregor and Colonial in Fort Myers. call 939-2787. The GreenMarket supports a more sustainable lifestyle by encouraging people to Matlacha Hookers Hosts 13th Annual Gentlemen’s Pine Island Elementary Fishing Derby Club To Roast he 13th annual Pine Island Elementary Fishing Commissioner TTournament & Derby pres- n Saturday, October 29, the ents a day of pulling in fish, live Gentlemen’s Club of Fort Myers music, a fish fry, auctions, and Owill hold its 20th annual roast, children’s activities at the Olde this year benefiting the Nature Park Fish House Marina in Matlacha on Environmental Education Foundation at Sunday, October 23. the Shell Factory. Hosted by the Matlacha Hookers Tom Cronin, the master of ceremonies, women’s service organization, the said, “This should be our best ever, as tournament helps purchase books Commissioner Mann is the wittiest man and technology equipment for the I know.” Five veteran roasters including Pine Island Elementary School. Larry Hart, Joe D’Alessandro, Marietta Registered children are invited to Mudgett, Sheriff Mike Scott and State’s participate in games, face-painting, Attorney Steve Russell will give it their T-shirt painting, the fishing derby best shot to embarrass and harass County in three age divisions, lunch, and a Commission Chairman Frank Mann. County Commission Chairman Frank Mann trophy awards ceremony. Cost for During the roast, Mann will be subject- ting farm, ecolab, and park are home to non-Pine Island Elementary students ed to comedic insults, (limited) praise, out- camels, llamas, turkeys, bunnies, lemurs, is $35; for PIE students, $30 (spon- landish true and maybe true stories, and alligators, armadillos, skunks and many sorship available for those who can- possibly a few heartwarming tributes. No more creatures available for viewing, pet- not pay the fee). one is better able to take the jokes in good ting and educational activities. The following live bands will Children and adults cast for fish at the Pine Island humor and dish it right back than Mann. This year the roast is in the Dolphin perform throughout the day: 9 to Elementary Fishing Derby Mann will be surrounded by friends, fans, Room at the Shell Factory, with open bar 10:30 a.m. Kip & Friends, 11 a.m. well-wishers, and possibly a few detrac- from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Dinner is served to 12:15 p.m. Rick & Danette from Stringtown, 1 to 2:30 p.m. Aimee Linn & Charlie tors, all of whom may receive some of the from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., when the non- Kuchler, and finally from 4 to 5:30 p.m. The Yard Dogs. same treatment during the course of the sense will begin. Cost is $250 per couple Tournament registration fee for adult anglers is $50, which includes a free T-shirt and evening. or $800 for a table of eight. the fish fry. Prizes of $500 are awarded for heaviest legal mangrove snapper, redfish, The Nature Park Environmental Cronin said, “I am hoping that after 20 and trout; $1,000 for heaviest legal slam. Education Foundation at the Shell Factory, years as chairman, we will break through Fishing starts at 7 a.m.; weigh-in is at 3 p.m. Registration is Saturday, October 22 this year’s beneficiary, recently completed the $300,000 mark to Lee County chari- from noon to 6 p.m. in a tent staked across the street from Olde Fish House Marina. renovations to enhance the attraction, ties.” Checks should be made payable to Participants can also pre-register at partner businesses: Miceli’s Restaurant and Seven which is currently open Tuesday through the Nature Park Environmental Education Seas Bait & Tackle in Matlacha, Four Winds Marina in Bokeelia, and Monroe Canal Sunday, and beginning October 31 will be Foundation, Inc., a 501(c)3. For more Marina and Old Pine Island Marine & Tackle in St. James City. open seven days a week. A botanical trail information, call 995-2141 ext. 117 or For sponsorship and registration forms or information about the event or donating winds through the habitats of over 300 send an email to tomsoffice@shellfactory. auction items, visit www.matlachahookers.org or call 282-1442 or 283-3706. animals, reptiles, fish and birds. The pet- com. 2 THE RIVER - OCTOBER 21, 2011 Historic Downtown Fort Myers, Then And Now At the height of the ceremony, the bust was Robert E. Lee Monument, At Last unveiled by Dean and Duane DesRochers, grand- by Gerri Reaves sons of a charter member Part II of II of the United Daughters of the Confederacy (UDC) n this photo taken on January 19, 1966, Edna F. Grady chapter, assisted by Roberts Roberts stands before a monument that took decades to and Mrs. Roy Lawrence, Irealize. chapter treasurer; Hugh Perhaps Roberts was contemplating the many people who Richards, master of cere- had contributed to the effort as she stood gazing at the bust of monies; and Paul J. Myers, Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee on Monroe Street. mayor of Fort Myers. It was the long-awaited dedication day, and the fact that it Why was that day so was the 159th birthday anniversary of the general added even long in coming? more significance to the day. At least twice, the UDC Roberts had served as the chair of the monument fund chapter generously sacri- committee of the Laetitia Ashmore Nutt Chapter of the United Daughters of the ficed its monument funds Confederacy, which upon forming in 1913, had initiated plans for a monument to for other community needs: honor the general. first to equip Lee Memorial Roberts was central to seeing that project through to a glorious conclusion many Hospital, built with the years later. lumber salvaged from the The monument – a bronze bust atop a gray Georgia-granite base – was the only 1914 demolition of the one of its kind in a Southern state outside of Richmond, Virginia, said a representa- county courthouse; and tive of Crone Monument Company of Memphis, Tennessee, who built the monu- second, to endow a nurs- ment. ery-maintenance fund when Ten-and-one- the new hospital was built half feet tall, it cost on Cleveland Avenue. $6,000. Decades later, the plan The bust, one-and was scuttled again because -one-half life size, a promised hospital- was sculpted and grounds site for the monu- cast in Italy by Aldo ment became unsuitable. Pero. In the 1960s, the City Lloyd G. Hendry of Fort Myers and local was one of many organizations secured the who spoke at the Monroe Street site, fund- dedication. It was his raising commenced, and great-grandfather, the project came to fruition The monument on Monroe Street was more than 50 years Capt. Francis A. at last. Hendry, known as in the realization The monument has suf- photo by Gerri Reaves the Father of Fort fered some neglect over the Myers, who had last 45 years, according to Robert Gates of the Sons of Confederate Veterans. chosen Lee’s name Thus, he and several civic-minded colleagues took on the job of refurbishment for the new county and restoration. A 2005 refurbishment was followed by a more thorough one in officially created by August 2007. the State of Florida One significant improvement was engraving the text into the stone. The original in 1887. raised letters had been repeatedly vandalized or stolen by souvenir collectors. Adding to the Gates says that now the monument is under the custodial care of the United festivities and com- Daughters of the Confederacy and the Fort Myers Sons of Confederate Veterans. motion were three Edna F. Grady Roberts died in Fort Myers in 1984 at the age of 98. It’s com- volleys of rifle fire forting to know that she had many years to appreciate the monument she worked from the American so hard to give to Fort Myers and to the county named for the revered Civil War Legion’s six-man leader. firing squad and the Walk down to Monroe Street and appreciate the monument that has solemnly Lee Junior High looked south for 45 years. Then walk a few blocks to the Southwest Florida School Band’s Taps Edna F. Grady Roberts stands before the Robert E. Lee Monument Museum of History at 2031 Jackson Street to learn more about the many and rendition of on dedication day, January 19, 1966 continued on page 6 Dixie. courtesy of the Southwest Florida Historical Society

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The scarecrows are an opportunity for local businesses and groups to promote sponsorships and market themselves while also helping to improve the beauty and amenities offered Rare still avail- at Lakes Park.” able for the Lakes For more information on the festival, visit www.lakesparkenrichmentfoundation. Park Enrichment org/events or call 239-533-7575. Foundation’s annual Scarecrows in the Park contest. Local busi- Happy Birthday To nesses, organizations, schools and residents Fort Myers High School can sign up to create imited tickets are still available for the Fort Myers High School Green and personalized, unique White Ball on Saturday, October 22 at Harborside Event Center. scarecrows and entries L Joined by fellow Greenies, parents, teachers and community members, the 100- will be voted on by year anniversary celebration honors all alumni and supporters who have contributed to celebrity judges and the academic and athletic success of one of the longest-established schools in the state. festival attendees to “Fort Myers High School has a long tradition of excellence and Green Wave pride,” determine the winner. said Principal David LaRosa. “More than 23,000 students have crossed the FMHS The scarecrows threshold. The Green and White Ball provides us with an opportunity to share this his- will be on display dur- toric celebration with our community, which has been so generous over the years.” ing the Lakes Park Tables for eight guests are available for $550; individual tickets are $55 each and annual Fall Festival include the welcome reception at 5 p.m. followed by an awards tribute, silent and live and Halloween auctions, and dinner at 6 p.m. Extravaganza October Florida Neurology Group’s scarecrows The Greenie of Distinction award will also be presented to six alumni who have 15 to 31 on Mondays demonstrated excellence in his or her professional life, service to the community and through Thursdays from 6 to 9 p.m., Fridays from 5-10 p.m. and Saturdays and contributions to FMHS. Sundays from 10 a.m.-10 p.m. The silent auction will also feature one-of-a-kind travel, golf, dining and wine gift In addition to the scarecrow contest, the festival will include a pumpkin patch, baskets. Highlights of this year’s packages include jewelry by Dunkin Diamonds, golf bounce houses, hayrides, the Halloween Express train and certificates to Raptor Bay Golf Club at the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & more. Spa, stays at ’Tween Waters Inn and Westgate Resorts, dinner at the Veranda, Lush The proceeds from the festival and the scarecrow entry and more. An exclusive dinner for 10 hosted by Sheriff Mike Scott and Mayor Randy fees will go to the Lakes Park Enrichment Foundation in Henderson will be featured in the live auction. its efforts to maintain the park. The foundation is currently All proceeds from the event benefit the athletic, band and ROTC booster clubs, and working to raise funds to build a botanic garden and pro- the founding of an alumni association. vide park improvements. More than 10,000 attendees are Tickets to the Green and White Ball can be purchased at www.greenandwhiteball. expected. eventbrite.com. Business attire or “Greenie” gear preferred. “Competition is fun, but gets serious as local businesses Fort Myers High School is ranked as the 91st best high school in America by The and organizations compete to create the most entertaining Washington Post and 164th best high school in America by Newsweek magazine. and unique scarecrows,” says Marsha Asp, chairperson for For more information, email [email protected]. Edison’s hioned Experience Old Fas OURMET Lunches for $6.6.9595 VISIT THE SANDY BUTLER Served 11am-4pm Everyday of the Week for a TASTE OF GOURMET TODAY All Sandwiches Served with Your Choice of French Fries or Coleslaw Free Range Marinated Grilled At The Sandy Butler, gourmet is Chicken Caesar Salad Chicken Breast Sandwich our forte. 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Mark Blust, Jeff Stewart, Terri Crawford, Joann Larkee, Phil Croke, Martin Pahnke, Anthony Galluzzo, Rhonda Skipper, Jessica Mendera; and from the Junior League of Fort Myers, current President Carolyn Baker McCord, Past President Shirley Snyder-McLaren, and President Elect Nicole Brenner he Junior League of Fort Myers (JLFM) is has joined the Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce, which represents 1000 businesses, professionals Nicole Tansey, Patrick Nolan, and Danielle Hansen at the 2010 Cooking for the Kids! Tand individuals in Lee County. Its members are located in Cape Coral, Bonita event benefiting The Sunshine Kids Springs, Sanibel and Captiva islands, and Fort Myers Beach. The chamber offers networking groups such as Women in Business and programs 5th Annual Cooking For The Kids! to assist with leadership development for the chamber’s business members with the Advancing Business Leaders and Greater Fort Myers Leadership programs. To Benefit Children With Cancer JLFM’s members are career women, working mothers, stay-at-home moms, and rudential Florida Realty will hold the 5th Annual Cooking for the Kids! cocktail full-time and part-time volunteers of all ages who represent a variety of races, religions party and fundraiser on Saturday, November 5, from 7 to 10 p.m., at Sanibel and ethnic origins, each committed to making a difference in the local community. PHarbour Marriott Resort & Spa in Fort Myers. Top chefs from area restau- Since the JLFM’s founding in 1966, the league has contributed more than 1 million rants will perform cooking demonstrations and prepare delectable treats for guests hours and over $1 million to community projects and programs. to enjoy throughout the evening. Fox4 News personality Patrick Nolan will be on For more information about Junior League, call 277-1197 or visit www.jlfm.org. hand to emcee the festivities. All proceeds benefit The Sunshine Kids, a national nonprofit organization that helps children with cancer by providing emotional support, group activities and adventure trips for kids during their treatments. Tickets are $45 each or two for $75 and may be purchased securely online at FortMyersSunshineKidsBenefit.com or by calling the Fort Myers office of Prudential Florida Realty at 482-5700. “Prudential Florida Realty is proud to sponsor the 5th Annual Cooking for the Kids! event to benefit children with cancer,” said Craig Dorfman of Prudential Florida Realty. “The Sunshine Kids organization appreciates the generosity that the community has shown over the past four years.” The 5th Annual Cooking for the Kids! event, co-sponsored by Florida Weekly, will also feature silent and live auctions. There are opportunities for local businesses to show their support and promote their business through donations of auction items or sponsorship. Tax-deductible donations are also being accepted. To learn more about how you can get involved, visit FortMyersSunshineKidsBenefit.com or call 415-5323. A $1,000 VISA gift card and a $500 Best Buy gift card will be given away at the event. Tickets are $10 or 3 for $25 and you need not be present to win the raffle prizes. Tickets are for sale on the website at FortMyersSunshineKidsBenefit.com.

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Chinese & Japanese Cuisine OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Mon-Thurs 11am - 10pm Fri-Sat 11am - 11pm . Sun 12pm - 9pm Downtown Fort Myers (Post Office Arcade - Next to Hotel Indigo) 1520 Broadway For Takeout & Delivery Tel: 334-6991 THE RIVER - OCTOBER 21, 2011 5 John is involved in the sports history fair, Pirates, Pumpkins And Plundering Students Place Model UN and peer mentoring, and has hoy all ye mateys young and served as class secretary and treasurer. old! The Pieces of Eight Pirate In National He is a member of the following national ACruise is featurin’ an’ all new show honor societies: Rho Kappa, Mu Alpha from now until October 31 so grab yer Merit Contest Theta, the Spanish, English and Science. pirate swords and come on out to Salty anterbury senior Anastasia Czarnecki, son of Jennifer and Paul Sam’s Marina to join our mangy crew Snetkova has qualified as a Czarnecki of Cape Coral, is an AP for 90 minutes of Pirates, Pumpkins and CNational Merit semifinalist. About Scholar with Distinction. Last year, he Plunderin’. The show features a pumpkin- 16,000 students out of the 1.5 million received the Vassar College Award and hatin’ captain, a mutiny and the tradi- who took the qualifying test are semi- the Presbyterian College Junior Academic tional firin’ of the cannon. Each cruise will finalists and will go on to compete for Award. He is active in theater, is on the be havin’ a theatrical show, face paintin’, finalist status. As finalists, these students math and Model UN and Academic Team pirate story, a trip to the Halloween may receive scholarships worth more and is a member of the following honor treasure chest for little mateys and a full- than $34 million. societies: International Thespian, Mu service bar for ye old salts. Snetkova, daughter of Irina Prell of Alpha Theta Science and Rho Kappa. “This action-packed cruise is sure to Cape Coral, is a high honor roll student Gutstein, daughter of Jodi Grosflam be a rollicking good time for the whole who entered Canterbury as a ninth grader and David Gutstein of Fort Myers is also family!” said Stephen Sepulveda, a/k/a as the winner of a merit scholarship. an AP Scholar with Distinction. She is a Captain Jack and manager of the pirate Last year, she received the Yale Book member of many honor societies includ- cruise. “The boat is decked out with fun Award and the University of Rochester ing the National Honor Society and is Halloween décor and this Halloween- Humanities and Social Science Award. active in varsity sports and on the fol- themed show is a spirited interactive expe- Involved in many activities at Canterbury lowing academic teams: French, Model rience for adults and kids alike. We also such as Math Team, Model UN, Mock UN, and Mock Trial. She also is editor in chief of the school yearbook. Last feature an array of fun and fresh family- Aaaaaaaaaaarrrrrrrrrrrrrrr! Trial and the French Academic Team, friendly shows throughout the year. Many Snetkova is also an AP Scholar with year, Gutstein received the University families come back and sail with us time Distinction. She is also a member of of Pennsylvania Award, was named a and time again, complete with their pirate garb, arrghs, and ahoys.” the following national honor societies: Furman Scholar and received a bronze The pirate cruise is a 90-minute swashbuckling pirate show onboard a 65-foot French, Spanish, English, Mu Alpha Presidential Volunteer Service award. replica Spanish galleon. Buccaneers young and old experience a jolly roger of a good Theta, Rho Kappa and the International Penukonda, son of Sarada and Arun time on this fun-for-all-ages interactive attraction. The friendly and sometimes down- Thespian Society. Penukonda of Fort Myers. Last year, he right scurvy crew of costumed pirates entertain guests while they sail around the area’s Receiving commended status in the won Best of Fair at the Edison Regional intracoastal islands and beaches. The cruise makes for unique and memorable birthday National Merit Scholarship Program are Science and Engineering Fair, second parties, field trips and private charters. seniors John Badir, Lucas Czarnecki, place at the state science fair, and com- The pirate cruise is located at Salty Sam’s Marina, 2500 Main Street, Fort Myers Jillian Gutstein, Vaibhav Penukonda and peted at the International Science Fair. Beach. For more information visitMyParrotKey.com. For more cruise times and reser- Torin Thosath. He is a member of the Varsity Swim vations, call 765-7272. Badir, son of Nabil Badir and Iman Team, the Math Team, Model UN and Fares of Fort Myers, is on the high honor attended the University of Florida Science roll and is an AP Scholar with Distinction. Symposium. He is also a member of continued on page 23

The Veranda Restaurant, Market America Live Music All Realty, Syzygy Gallery, Main Street Antiques, WinkNews6, Classic Rock Over Downtown 94.5, Cool Hand Luc’s, Lush Bakery, and AmeriDry. This Saturday Visit www.riverdistrictevents.com for aturday’s Music Walk features live more info. music at over a dozen venues, Sincluding restaurants, galleries, and bars, plus street performers all over the downtown streets. Music Walk venues showcase a variety Bay Oaks of music, from punk, rockabilly, indie, reggae, and folk, to piano, steel drums, Fright Night and more. The event is the largest of its kind regionally. Music Walk is an all-ages he 22nd Annual Halloween Family event that starts at 7 p.m. and goes until Fright Night and Haunted walk will 10 p.m. or close at many venues. Free Tbe held at Bay Oaks Recreation parking is available. Campus on Friday October 21 from 5:45 Each month brings more people to until 9:30 p.m. This is a family-oriented Music Walk, with an estimated 2,000 Halloween party for the whole commu- attendees to the one-year anniversary nity of Fort Myers Beach. event. Music Walk is organized by Andy Family Fright Night will feature carni- Howl of HOWL Gallery/Tattoo, with val games where kids will win candy, a help from Dee Hohimer, Suzy Lewis, and costume contest, bounce house, and the Jamie Kuser of Happenings magazine. scariest, spookiest haunted house ever to Music Walk is a River District Alliance be held on the beach. Admission to this event. night filled with fright is $4 per person or Music Walk partners and venues $10 per family (family of four; additional include: HOWL Gallery/Tattoo, Spirits family members are $4 each) of Bacchus, Space 39, Red Rock Volunteers are needed for many dif- Saloon, United Cafe, French Connection ferent jobs for Fright Night. If you like Cafe, The Franklins Shops, Enjewel, to scare, volunteer to be an actor in the Happenings magazine, Hotel Indigo, haunted house. If you have any additional Twisted Vine Bistro, Indigo Room, questions or if you are interested in sign- Harborside Event Center, Coloring The ing up, contact Randy at 765-4222. World, City Tavern, Downtown House Bay Oaks Recreational Campus is at of Pizza, World Famous Cigar Bar, 2731 Oak Street, Fort Myers Beach; tele- Hideaway Sports Bar, Morgan House, phone 765-4222, fax 765-0909. 6 THE RIVER - OCTOBER 21, 2011 From page 2 Hortoons Lee Monument monuments and art works that dot the downtown landscape. Be sure to ask about the schedule of upcoming Escorted Day Trips. For information, call 321-7430 or go to swflmuseumofhistory.com. Museum hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday. Then follow-up your museum adven- ture with a visit to one of the area’s best historical research centers, the Southwest Florida Historical Society at 10091 McGregor Boulevard, located on the campus of the Lee County Alliance for the Arts. Ask about the upcoming guided tour of the historic Buckingham Cemetery and Buckingham schoolhouse on November 10. Contact the all-volunteer nonprofit organization at 939-4044. Or drop by on Wednesday or Saturday between 9 a.m. and noon to peruse the archives. Sources: The archives of the Southwest Florida Historical Society and The Story of Fort Myers by Karl H. Grismer.

Casino Night 4-H Fundraiser he public is invited to a night of casi- Our email address is Sponsors include NBC; The News- no, Texas Hold’em, auctions, food, Fort Myers Junior Press Media Group; Lee County Family Tdrinks, and dancing to a live band [email protected] News magazine; Happenings Art & November 5 at Victory Lane Café. All pro- League Taste Entertainment magazine; Suncoast ceeds benefit 4-H children in Lee County. Beverage – Budweiser; Pepsi; Seminole This is an adult event and people must be Of The Town Casino; Redneck Yacht Club; 95.3 The 18 to attend. The doors will open at 6:30 he Junior League of Fort Myers River; Y100; 105.5 The Beat; Cat p.m. with an hour-long gaming class; din- will be hosting the 2011 Taste of Country 107.1; Clear Channel Radio; ner will be served at 7 p.m. The casino Tthe Town on November 6 from Alliance for the Arts; Chico’s FAS; will run from 8 to 11 p.m. with a live band 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Centennial Park Victory Lane Chevrolet; Pavese Law playing throughout the night. Advance tick- in downtown Fort Myers. This year, Firm; Myers, Brettholtz & Company PA; ets are $25 which includes a meal, drink there are over 40 restaurants partici- Sanibel Charters; Harry Chapin Food tickets, and 5,000 casino chips. The Texas pating, a $600 cash prize Corn Toss Bank of Southwest Florida; Sunstate Hold’em tournament is an additional $25. Tournament, a band line-up on two Academy; Northwestern Mutual – Tickets will be $35 at the door, so buy stages and entertainment for the kids. Andrew LaForce; Zoom Tan; Bella tickets in advance at www.leecounty4h.com Entrance to the park is $5 and children Boutique & Spa; Racks & Tails; SunTrust to save and help the 4H program. Victory under 12 enter free. Once in the park, Bank; Florida Virtual School; Rasmussen; Lane Café is located at 4120 Hancock attendees may purchase food and bever- Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall; Bridge Parkway in North Fort Myers. age tickets which can be used to make Diamond District; Panther Printing; and purchases from all the vendors in the Rasmussen College – Fort Myers. park. The Junior League of Fort Myers To purchase tickets online, regis- will also be accepting canned goods at the ter for the Corn Toss tournament or Haunted park entrance to benefit the Harry Chapin find out more details, visit www.jlfm. Food Bank of Southwest Florida. org/?nd=2011taste. Teen Night eens: Head to the Calusa Nature • Life Insurance Center in Fort Myers for a spooky ISLAND Twalk on Saturday, October 22. • Health Insurance After the walk, share some chills, and INSURANCE • Annuities laugh about the thrills over some cool refreshing Ice-Scream. SERVICE • Long Term Care Admission is $10 per person for the HAVE YOUR • Medicare Supplement Haunted Walk, payable at the gate – but bring some extra money for the dollar POLICIES BEEN Insurance menu or dessert. UPDATED AND • Employee Benefi ts The Sanibel Recreation Center van will REVIEWED... leave the Recreation Center at 6:30 p.m. Wesley Cattanach Located in Both Offi ces - and approximate return time is 11 p.m. CALL FOR New Director AUTO QUOTE of Benefi ts Sanibel and Ft. Myers Cost is $3 for Sanibel Recreation Center members and $3.75 for non-members. Teens ages 12 to 15 are welcome. Van 703 Tarpon Bay Road • Sanibel, FL (239) 472-3022 seating is limited. For more information contact the Sanibel Recreation Center, 6719 Winkler Rd • Fort Myers, FL (239) 3373022 472-0345 or www.mysanibel.com.

8 THE RIVER - OCTOBER 21, 2011 Along The River

Halloween isn’t just for zombies anymore. See Pets on Parade in Fort Myers Beach.

n Saturday, October 22, the Pawsitively Howl’oween Street Market Catch game day action at The Edison in Fort Myers Extravaganza takes place in Fort Myers Beach. The family-fun event runs Ofrom 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and features costumed pets and their owners, the televisions. Kick back inside the cool comfort of the bar or step outside and watch the Colossal Fort Myers Beach Marching Band and a clown brigade. There will be bobbing game on the Edison’s patio overlooking the Fort Myers Golf Course. for apples, cloggers, food and drinks, more than 35 arts-and-crafts vendors and pet- On Saturdays, special menu items include gator bites, swamp juice direct from related services. Gainesville and colossal chicken wings. Show your Southwest Florida Gator Club Admission is a pet food donation for the Lee County Animal Services. The Member card and receive 10 percent off your entire check on game day. Pawsitively Howl’oween Street Market Extravaganza is located at 7225 Estero On Sundays, Chicago-style brats, hotdogs and hot Italian beef sandwiches are on Boulevard, Fort Myers Beach, in Santini Marina Plaza. Call 463-3600 ext. 222. the menu. The Edison also offers a full rage of appetizers, sandwiches, pizzas, and The Edison Restaurant & Bar is the official football headquarters for the Florida home-style comfort food. The Edison Restaurant & Bar is open seven days a week Gators and the Chicago Bears. Every weekend throughout the season, college and for lunch, dinner and cocktails. It is located at 3583 McGregor Boulevard, Fort Myers. NFL games will be shown on the big screens, along with drinks, food, live entertain- Call 936-9348 or go to www.edisonfl.com. ment and prizes. On Tuesday, October 25, the Uncommon Friends Foundation at the Burroughs The Edison’s Chandelier Bar is a sports fan’s dream with numerous large plasma Home & Gardens presents Octavia Ashford and Her Ghosts from 1 to 2 p.m. The cost is $25. It is the late 1890s and you are a guest in the parlor of Lady Octavia Ashford. Over SNAP LITES WIGS & ACCESSORIES a cup of tea, Lady Octavia tells an eerie Victorian ghost story and shares why the Victorians were so fond of their ghosts, also known as their Pale Shades. Tea and a Where the possibilities are endless.... Victorian-inspired cake will be served. The Burroughs Home is located at 2505 First Street in the historical River District of downtown Fort Myers. Call 337-0706 or go to burroughshome.com. 50% Off Shoals Restaurant & Wine Bar at The Sandy Butler announces an exciting new menu with a focus on fresh seafood. Begin your dining experience with shucked Gulf oysters, beer-battered conch fritters Select Styles or pan-seared Diver scallops. Follow it with Sunburnt Gulf red snapper, golden Gulf shrimp or mahi-mahi fajitas. Shoals also offers a diverse selection of soups, salads, pasta dishes, and meat and poultry. 1609 Hendry Street, downtown Ft Myers The adjacent Sandy Butler Market has a cheese and wine department that has Open Tues - Sat from 10am - 4pm been meticulously stocked to offer the best of international foods. Whether it’s home- Open Later by Appointment made mozzarella, Italian parmigiano-reggiano, Spanish manchego or French brie de meaux, the experienced staff discerns the right amount of salt, sweetness, tanginess or 239.337.1328 dryness, affording you and your guests the best possible culinary experience. In addition, the market features The Butler’s Signature, the market’s exclusive line of authentic products including salts, seasonings, jams, jellies, pickles and oils that are sold exclusively at The Sandy Butler and marketed to other restaurants throughout the United States. Entertainment Nightly in “Sanibel’s Social Scene” Shoals Restaurant & Wine Bar and The Sandy Butler Market are located at 17650 The San Carlos Boulevard, Fort Myers. Both J are open seven days per week from 11 ACARANDA a.m. to 9 p.m. For more information, call 482-6765 or go to sandybutler.com. Sanibel’s Best HAPPY HOUR Happy Apps $5.95 Please visit our River Weekly News 4 - 7 p.m. Nightly in the lounge Sesame Encrusted Ahi Tuna, online advertisers at Crispy Fried Calamari, www.islandsunnews.com. 2 for 1 Drinks Chilled Oysters, Steamed Shrimp, Our email address is You can click through to their Call & Well Liquor, Draft Beer Selections, BBQ Beef Satays , Web sites for more information Select House Wine Snow Crab Legs, Chicken Wings [email protected] about real estate, shopping, restaurants and services. Just click on the logos surrounding 1223 PERIWINKLE WAY, SANIBEL 472-1771 the front page. THE RIVER - OCTOBER 21, 2011 9 Summer Program is geared toward pre- heard and help them get on the road to The Village Children’s Center venting school failure and delinquency recovery. For more information, call 939- among at-risk youth in a safe, nurturing 2808 or visit http://www.cac-swfl.org. Church World Awarded Grant environment. It is the only after-school/ he Children’s Advocacy Center summer program in Pine Manor. Focus Weekend of Southwest Florida (CAC) has The program provides curriculum- Treceived a grant from the Dollar based activities for children ages 5 Greeters Club General Literacy Foundation to improve through 12 who reside in Pine Manor. the reading skills of 30 children enrolled The goals of the program are to keep Luncheon in the Pine Manor After-School/ children safe and to help them reach their full potential by teaching them literacy, ooking to make new friends and Summer Program by purchasing the join in monthly activities? Attend iStation Reading Program. social and character-building skills. In turn, these skills are designed to help the Lthe next luncheon meeting of The The iStation Reading Program is an clients make safe, responsible decisions. Greeters Club of Greater Fort Myers Internet-based reading and intervention on November 17 at Colonial County software program for students in pre-K Program services are provided free at the Pine Manor Community Center and Club on 9181 Independence Way, Fort through grade 5. Myers. Jennifer L. Bassey, a certified Developed with input from many include the following activities: homework help, reading programs, character educa- financial planner will deliver our pro- of the nation’s leading researchers and gram. Call today to join this dynamic aligned to the federal No Child Left tion, field trips, guest speakers, crafts and outdoor play. group of women of Lee County. Behind Act, iStation delivers individual- Luncheon costs $18 with reservations ized and small group instruction focusing Children’s Advocacy Center, a United Way partner agency, is a crisis center that required. Contacts are Janet Gambuzza on five key reading areas: phonemic at 454-5750 or Linda Fitzpatrick at awareness, phonics, vocabulary, compre- works with sexually and physically abused children and is designed to be a safe and 437-5653, or via email at Greeters. hension and fluency. [email protected]. The Pine Manor After-School/ friendly place for them to come and be

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he Village Church at Shell Point Retirement Community Thas announced the speaker for its annual fall event, the World Focus Weekend. The speaker will be Stuart McAllister, who serves as a key member with Ravi Zacharias Under New Ownershipp International Ministries. The event will be held November 4 through 6 and is entitled Global Perspectives for the 21st Century. The times and topics ³,W¶VQRW\RXUW\SLFDOEDUIRRG´E are Understanding Our World Today: Cultures and Worldviews, Friday 7:15 IDPLO\IULHQGO\‡KXJHSRUWLRQV‡SULFHGULJKW p.m.; Our Engagement: The Call and Challenge, Sunday 10:15 a.m.; and ‡0RQGD\VSULFH3L]]D Identifying Barriers and Building Bridges, Sunday 6:15 p.m. ‡7XHVGD\V7H[0H[0HQXSULFHIDMLWDV “This event is designed to encourage ‡:HGQHVGD\V:KROH0DLQH/REVWHUV participants to develop a global perspec- 99 tive and a passion for what God is doing VHUYHGZIULHV FROHVODZ in other areas of the world,” said Pastor Randy Woods, minister of worship and ‡7KXUVGD\V*URXSHU 6KULPS'LQQHUV music for The Village Church. “Our 99 World Focus Weekend is an important 6WDUWLQJDW fall event for us and we are expecting ‡)ULGD\V$OO8&DQ(DW)LVK)U\VHUYHGZIULHV a great turnout due to the popularity of 99 this year’s speaker. Each year, we try to  FROHVODZ choose topics and speakers that will cap- tivate our audience.” ‡6DW 6XQ&UDEIHVWSRXQGGLQQHU This event is free and RSVPs are VHUYHGZLWKIULHV FROHVODZ99 not required. For more information, call 454-2147 or go to www.shellpoint.org/ $5.999 events. OXQFKHVVHUYHGWLOSP‡IXOOGLQQHUPHQX‡+RPHRIWKH1( The Village Church at Shell Point is a ministry of the Christian and Missionary 3DWULRWV)DQ&OXE‡+DSS\+RXU'DLO\‡*DPHGD\6SHFLDOV‡3RRO7DEOHV Alliance and serves a congregation of 6KXIIOHERDUGJYLGHRJDPHV‡+DQGWRVVHG3L]]DJJZLQJVVXEV EXUJHUV more than 600. The Village Church is located near the entrance to the Island at Shell Point and seats 1,000 people.

Share your community news with us. Call 415-7732, Fax: 415-7702 or email: [email protected] 0F*UHJRU%OYG)RUW0\HUV‡1HDU6DQLEHO‡ZZZEXVWHUVHDWHU\FRP 10 THE RIVER - OCTOBER 21, 2011 Fort Myers, 482-1250 with Healing. Child care available at SOUTHWEST BAPTIST CHURCH Churches/Temples Sunday Traditional Service: 8 and 11 a.m., Saturday 5 p.m. and Sunday 9:30 a.m. 16940 McGregor Boulevard, ALL FAITHS UNITARIAN Praise Service: 9:30 a.m. services. Fort Myers, 454-3336 CONGREGATION Sunday School: All times JESUS THE WORKER Robert G. Kasten, Pastor Member of UUA FAITH FELLOWSHIP WORLD CATHOLIC CHURCH: Sunday Worship Service 11 a.m. 2756 McGregor Boulevard, Fort Myers OUTREACH MINISTRIES 881 Nuna Avenue, Fort Myers, 481-1143 Nursery available Six blocks south of the Edison/Ford 6111 South Pointe Boulevard, Fort Myers, Masses Friday and Saturday, 7 p.m.; 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for all ages Winter Estates; two miles north of Colonial 278-3638. Sunday Worship, 10:30 a.m.; Sunday, 8 and 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Junior Church grades one to five Boulevard Voice of Faith, WCRN 13.50 AM Radio, KINGDOM LIFE CHURCH Wee Church Pre-K to K Minister: Reverend Dr. Wayne Robinson Sunday, 1:30 p.m.; Thursday Service, 7:30 2154 McGregor Boulevard, Evening Service 6 p.m. Sunday services: 9 and 11 a.m. p.m.; Friday Youth Service, 7:30 p.m. Fort Myers, 218-8343 Wednsday Service 6 p.m. Unitarian Summer 2011: 11 a.m. Tapestry Nursery care for pre-school children and Pastor Randy and Anita Thurman ST. COLUMBKILLE of Faith Programs, child care provided Children’s Church for ages 5-12 available 10:30 a.m. Sunday Service CATHOLIC CHURCH Adult workshops: 9:30 a.m. Faith Like a at each service. All are welcome. 12171 Iona Road, Fort Myers, off River: Themes from UU History. FAITH UNITED METHODIST CHURCH LAMB OF GOD McGregor and north of Gladiolus. Phone: 226-0900 15690 McGregor Boulevard LUTHERAN/EPISCOPAL CHURCH 489-3973 Father Joseph Clifford. Email: [email protected] Fort Myers, 482-2030 Corner Cypress View Drive and Koreshan Weekly masses: Website: www.allfaiths-uc.org Pastor: David Stauffer. Boulevard, Three Oaks area, Monday through Saturday 8 a.m. ANNUNCIATION GREEK Traditional services 8:45 a.m.; Fort Myers, 267-3525 Weekend masses: Saturday 3 and 5 p.m.; ORTHODOX CHURCH Contemporary, 10:30 a.m. Walter Fohs, pastor; Becky Robbins- Sunday: 7, 9,11, and 5:30 p.m. 8210 Cypress Lake Drive, Fort Myers Go south on McGregor Boulevard. The Penniman, associate pastor Reconciliation is available at the church on Reverend Fr. Athanasios Michalos church is ½ mile past the intersection of Sunday worship services: Saturdays at noon and by appointment Orthros Service Sunday 9am Gladiolus and San Carlos Boulevard on 8 a.m. Early Grace Traditional SAINT JOHN THE APOSTLE Divine Liturgy Sunday 10am the way to Sanibel. 9 a.m. Awesome Grace Contemporary METROPOLITAN COMMUNITY CHURCH Fellowship Programs, Greek School, FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST, SCIENTIST 10:30 a.m. Classic Grace Traditional 3049 Mcgregor Boulevard, Fort Myers, Sunday School, Community Night 2390 West First Street, next door to Edison 8:45 & 10 a.m. Sunday School God’s 344-0012 Pastor Reverend Steve Filizzi 239-481-2099 Estates. Group An Affirming & Inclusive Congregation BETH SHILOH Sunday Morning Service and Sunday MESSIAH REFORMED CHURCH Sunday Services, 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. MESSIANIC SYNAGOGUE School, 10:30 a.m.; Wednesday Evening Worship Gathering - Sunday 10 a.m. Mid-Week Service, Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 15675 McGregor Boulevard. 437-3171 Testimony Meeting, 7:30 p.m. Child care Pastor Alan Bondar ST. MICHAEL LUTHERAN Rabbi: Judah Hungerman provided at all services. Fort Myers Villas Civic Association Bldg. CHURCH & SCHOOL (LCMS) Friday Service, 8 p.m. Visit our Reading Room for quiet study at: 2306 Sunrise Blvd. Fort Myers, 33907 3595 Broadway, Fort Myers Saturday Service, 11 a.m. 2281 W. First Street, River District Phone text: 220-8519 239-939-4711, www.smlcs.org Shabbat School Saturday Morning www.spirituality.com and www.christian- website: messiahreformed.com Wednesday Fellowship: 5:30 p.m. Adult Hebrew Classes science.com 6:30 p.m Wednesday Bible Study Dinner $5, 6:15 p.m. bible studies Please call for information on full program. FIRST CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE noon Sunday Fellowship Lunch Worship: Saturday, 5:30 p.m., BREAD OF LIFE MINISTRIES 13545 American Colony Boulevard Monthly Teen Events Sunday 8 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. with 9:15 CHURCH OF GOD off Daniels Parkway in the Colony, see website for podcasts, special events, a.m. adult and children’s Bible Study, plus 16581 McGregor Boulevard, 267-3166 Fort Myers, 936-2511 ministries, calendar, blogs, etc. marriage enrichment studies. Divorce Care Just past the Tanger Outlet Mall Pastor: Reverend Joey Brummett NEW HOPE BAPTIST CHURCH on Thursdays from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Pastor: Barry Lentz, 281-3063 Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.; Morning OF FORT MYERS During Lent: Wednesday worship Sunday Worship, 10:30 a.m. Worship, 10:30 a.m.; Sunday Evening, 6 16120 San Carlos Boulevard, Unit 10 noon and 6:15 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study, 7 p.m. p.m.; Wednesday Family Night, 7 p.m. 239-985-8503 TEMPLE BETHEL SYNAGOGUE CHAPEL OF CYPRESS COVE FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for all ages 16225 Winkler Rd. 433-0018. 10200 Cypress Cove Circle Fort Myers in the Downtown Fort Myers River District 11 a.m Sunday Morning Worship. Rabbi Jeremy Barras Located at Cypress Cove Retirement 2466 First Street, Fort Myers, FL 33901 7 p.m. Wednesday Evening Bible Study Cantorial Soloists Joseph/Lynn Goldovitz Center on HealthPark Campus 239-332-1152 www.fumcftmyers.org NEW HOPE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Shabbat Services, Friday, 7:30 p.m. An ecumenical non-denominational Sunday: 9 a.m. Contemporary Worship 3825 McGregor Boulevard. Fort Myers Torah Study, Saturday, 9:15 a.m. community of believers. 9 a.m. and 10 a.m. Sunday School Pastors: Bill Stephens, Stu Austin and Bar/Bat Mitzvah Services, Saturday, Sunday Worship Service, 10 a.m. 9:45 a.m. Coffee Fellowship Howard Biddulph, Associate Pastor 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study, 7 p.m. 10:30 a.m. Traditional Worship 8 & 9:30 a.m. Traditional Worship Religious Education Classes, Midweek, Rev. Ted Althouse, Pastor 5 p.m. Youth Program 11 a.m. Contemporary Worship Grades 2-7, Wednesday, 5-6:30 p.m. [email protected] 7 p.m. Spanish Worship 8, 9:30 & 11 a.m. Sunday School Preschool Classes, Monday through Friday 239-850-3943 FORT MYERS CHRISTIAN CHURCH Youth and Children’s programming runs Confirmation Classes, Wednesday, CHRIST THE KING (DISCIPLES OF CHRIST) A STEPHEN concurrent to Sunday services. 5:30-6:30 p.m. 1188 Lake McGregor Drive, Fort Myers, MINISTRIES CONGREGATION Nursery care provided at all services Sunday School, 9:30 a.m. to noon 432-1724. Reverend N. Everett Keith II 5916 Winkler Road, Fort Myers, 437-4330 For more information visit: TEMPLE JUDEA (CONSERVATIVE) An Old Catholic Community Liturgy Reverend Mark Condrey, Pastor www.newhopefortmyers.org 14486 A&W Bulb Road, Fort Myers, in English Sunday Mass at 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m. PEACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 433-0201, Lay Leader Diane Seidenstein CHURCH OF THE CROSS: Church School: 9:15 a.m. Meets at Ft. Myers Beach Masonic Lodge and Larry Hershman 13500 Freshman Lane; 768-2188 FORT MYERS CONGREGATIONAL 17625 Pine Ridge Road, Weekly Minyan: Monday and Thusday Pastors: Jeff Moran and Michael Bulter; UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST: Fort Myers Beach 267-7400. morning at 9 a.m. A nondenominational church emphasizing 8210 College Parkway, Fort Myers, Pastors Bruce Merton, Gail & RC Fleeman Services: Friday night at 7:30 p.m. and a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. 482-3133. Philip White, pastor Traditional Worship 9:45 a.m. Saturday morning at 9 a.m. Sunday Service: 9 a.m. Contemporary Morning Worship: 10 a.m. Contemporary Worship 11:15 a.m. Religious School Sunday morning from 10:45 a.m. Traditional. Church School: 10:15 a.m. Phone: 267-7400 Fax: 267-7407 9:30 a.m. to noon and Wednesday COVENANT PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Adult Forum: 11:30 a.m. Web site: peacecommunitychurch.com night from 4:30 to 6 p.m. 2439 McGregor Boulevard, 334-8937 HOLY THEOTOKOS MONASTERY e-mail: [email protected] For Preschool information call 482-1121 or Reverend Dr. Taylor Hill, Pastor 111 Evergreen Road, PEACE LUTHERAN CHURCH email [email protected] Reverend David Dietzel, Pastor Emeritus North Fort Myers, 997-2846 15840 McGregor Boulevard, Fort Myers THE NEW CHURCH Traditional Sunday service 10 a.m. Nursery Eastern Orthodox men’s monastery. Walter Still, Senior Pastor, The New Church of SWFL is located at available Liturgical services conducted in the Sunday Worship: 8 and 9:30 a.m. 10811 Sunset Plaza Circle, by Summerlin CYPRESS LAKE BAPTIST CHURCH English, Greek and Church Slavonic ¾ mile south from the intersection of and Pine Ridge Roads, behind Zoomers 8400 Cypress Lake Drive, Fort Myers, languages, following the Julian (Old) McGregor, San Carlos and Gladiolus. and the ponds. 481-5442 Randy A. Alston, Reverend. Calendar. Liturgical Services: Sundays and A congregation of the ELCA. Reverend Nadine Sunday Services: Bible study, 9:45 a.m. Holy Days: The Third and Sixth Hours at REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH Spiritual Recovery, Wednesdays 10 a.m. Morning Worship, 11 a.m. 8:30 a.m.; Divine Liturgy at 9 a.m. 3950 Winkler Extension, Healing Service, Wednesdays 11 a.m. and Evening Worship, 7 p.m. IONA-HOPE EPISCOPAL Fort Myers, 274-0143 Fridays 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting, 6:30 p.m. CONGREGATION Daily early learning center/day care Sunday Worship Services, 11 a.m. CYPRESS LAKE 9650 Gladiolus Drive, 8:15 & 10:15 a.m. Sunday Services Call for information 481-5535. PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Fort Myers, 454-4778 SAMUDRABADRA BUDDHIST CENTER THOMAS A. EDISON 8260 Cypress Lake Drive, Fort Myers, 481- The Reverend Dr. John S. Adler, pastor Meditation classes. All are welcome. CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 3233; Clint Cottrell, pastor Weekly services: Guided meditations offering many meth- 1619 Llewellyn Drive Fort Myers Sunday services: 8 and 11 a.m. Traditional; Saturday 5 p.m., Eucharist with Healing ods for relaxing the body and focusing Just off McGregor across from the Edison/ 9:30 a.m. Contemporary; 9:45 a.m. Sunday 8 a.m., Holy Eucharist, Rite One; the mind on virtuous objects to bring Ford Winter Estates 334-4978 Children’s Church K4J Kids for Jesus 9:30 a.m., Family Eucharist with Healing increasing peace and happiness into Senior Minister: Douglas Kelchner CYPRESS LAKE UNITED and Church School daily activity. For information, class times Traditional Worship Sunday’s 10:15 a.m. METHODIST CHURCH Tuesday 9:30 a.m., Morning Prayer (in and locations call 567-9739 or visit www. Website: www.edisonchurch.org 8570 Cypress Lake Drive, Spanish); Wednesday 9:30 a.m., Eucharist MeditationInFortMyers.org. continued on page 11 THE RIVER - OCTOBER 21, 2011 11 From page 10 WESTMINSTER PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH CCMI Begins Churches/Temples 9065 Ligon Court, Fort Myers, across UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST from HealthPark Hospital, 481-2125 CEO Search Senior Pastor: Robert Brunson CHURCH FORT MYERS r. Dave Fleming, interim CEO 13411 Shire Lane (off Daniels Parkway Sunday Service: one mile west of I-75) 9:30 a.m. Sunday School for all ages for Community Cooperative Minister: The Rev. Allison Farnum 11 a.m. Blended Worship DMinistries Inc., announced the Sunday services and religious education at www.westminsterfortmyers.org nonprofit agency has begun its search 10:30 a.m. WORD OF LIFE CHURCH for its next CEO. For information on all church events call 2120 Collier Ave, Fort Myers, 274-8881; “We are looking for a CEO who 561-2700 or visit www.uucfm.org. Services: Sunday 10 a.m.; Wednesday 7 p.m. seeks to join an innovative, creative and UNITY OF BONITA SPRINGS forward-moving team of social entrepre- Family Service 10 to 11 a.m. Bishop Gaspar and Michele Anastasi ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH: neurs,” Fleming said. “The ideal candi- Healing Circle 11 a.m. date should have a results-focused lead- Hospitality and Fellowship, 11 a.m. 7401 Winkler Road, Fort Myers, Inspiring lesson, uplifting and dynamic 481-4040, Pastor, Steve Hess ership style with specific expertise and music, meditation in a loving environment. Sunday Services: 8 a.m. traditional; proven results in fundraising and business Service held at 28285 Imperial Street, 9:30 a.m. contemporary; 11 a.m. blendings. development.” Bonita Springs. Call 947-3100. Sunday school, 9:30 a.m. Fleming added that post-secondary education is preferred. Interested persons should email their resumes to search@ ccmileecounty.com. table. Procees will be used to help with CCMI is an nonprofit 501(c)3 orga- Church Book Fair local food pantries. nization made up of social service entre- preneurs fighting to end homelessness And Craft Sale and hunger in the community. CCMI ovember 4, 5 and 6 are dates of Weekly Historical serves Fort Myers and the greater Lee the Book Fair and Craft Sale at County area, including Bonita Springs, NFaith Lutheran Church in Lehigh Walking Tours Cape Coral and Lehigh Acres. For more Acres. Used books will be sold as fol- information, call 332-7687 or visit www. oin True Tours for a stroll through ccmileecounty.com. lows: hard covers, $1 and paperbacks, the local history and architectural 50 centsk. Also there will be tables Jelements of the historical buildings available for crafters (at $10 per table). in picturesque downtown Fort Myers. Unique items hand made by local Historical walking tours are held every crafters will be available. Friday at 10:30 a.m. Tours are approxi- Our email address is There is plenty of parking available mately 60 minutes. at the church, located at 705 Leeland Contact True Tours at 945-0405 for [email protected] Heights Boulevard. more information and reservations, or Crafters may phone the church at visit www.truetours.net. 369-6177 or 369-9848 to reserve a

2011 ‘Festival Of Trees’ Dates And Times Step into a winter wonderland – right in the heart of sunny Southwest Florida! For one week, the Fort Myers River District will play host to Goodwill’s fifth annual Festival of Trees, a free, family-friendly showcase of elaborately decorated trees, wreaths, and other holiday fare! Festival of Trees (Free Event) Friday November 25 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday November 26 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday November 27 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday November 28 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday November 29 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday November 30 Closed Thursday December 1 5 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday December 2 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. *Friday, Dec. 2 is also the River District Holiday Stroll and Art Walk. Children’s Workshop ($5 per child - create holiday arts and crafts, play games, enjoy holiday stories and more) Friday November 25 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday November 26 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday November 27 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tux and Trees Gala: ($100 per person. Tickets available after November 1 at www.tuxandtrees.com) Saturday December 3 6:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. The Fifth Annual Festival of Trees and Tux & Trees Gala are the signature events of the Southwest Florida Goodwill Foundation. For information about the Festival of Trees is available at www.tuxandtrees.com.

Festival of Trees Home Depo Children’s Workshop Tux and Trees Gala 12 THE RIVER - OCTOBER 21, 2011 up-to-date reports on the movement and my favorite fishing of the year, First Red Tide concentrations of the red tide you can go as you never know what you will to http://myfwc.com/research/redtide/ run into. Low-flying feeding birds In Five Years events/status/statewide/#map. made it easy to find where the by Capt. Fishing for me this week was either fish are gorging on the migrat- Matt Mitchell one of two ways: getting out along the ing bait fish. Small spoons or jigs beaches and catching all the spanish worked quickly and, thrown right ith reports mackerel, sharks and Bonita you could through the feeding fish, draw of the first handle; or working hard in the bay for a strikes just about every cast. Wred tide in few redfish and maybe a snook or two. While fishing the blitz, have a our area for rough- The morning falling tides along with few bigger rods ready as a few of ly five years, the strong winds and stirred-up water were the schools of feeding mackerel strong east winds just not a good combination for bay fish- have had cobia and some big- we have had the last ing. Tides will flip over this week, giving ger sharks working them too. I few days are prob- us good high water during the mornings like to have a freeline set up with ably a good thing. and the bay fishing should get better. a short piece of wire on it for Hopefully the wind Gulfside fishing right off the beaches still cut-bait fishing the sharks, then will keep the red tide offshore and not let remains the best bet if you can make it another big spinning rod with a it get into the Sound. According to the through the rough bay and out through float set up for live bait for a pos- FWC website, the blood was first detected the passes to the beaches. sible cobia. The bigger the blitz roughly two weeks ago along Sarasota Bonita, spanish mackerel and sharks the better the chance it will have county. The strongest concentrations of are still right off the beaches out to a some larger predators in it. These A hard fighting Bonita caught fishing with Capt Matt the toxic bloom where found roughly nine few miles. The most productive area bigger predator fish will usually be Mitchell to 14 miles west of Boca Grande pass. for me this week was out in 25-to-28 close to the surface and you often Widespread fishkills where reported from feet of water due west of Redfish Pass. have very little time to present Be carefull when handling these prehis- Englewood to Boca Grande. While out These fish are feeding on huge cloud-like bait to them, so being rigged and ready toric-looking fish as they have really sharp fishing gulfside this week, I did run a few schools of glass minnows that they push to go is the key. gill plates and spines. Use live shrimp or miles out of Captiva Pass and did not see to the surface. This is the whole food With stone crab season open October small shiners and pinfish either freelined any dead fish or smell the red tide. For chain going on out here and is some of 15 there are lots of crab pots on the or fished under a float. In a pinch with- gulfside to look for tripletail on. These out a small livebait in the livewell, I have pots have been out for a few weeks and caught these tripletail on a DOA shrimp are starting to get some growth on them. under a popping cork. When running and Send Us Your Fish Tales Most of the tripletail have been on the gunning the blitz out gulfside ,you might smaller side but as the water tempera- as well check out a few crab pots too. he River Weekly would like to hear from anglers about their catches. ture drops, the tripletail will get bigger. Capt. Matt Mitchell has been fishing Send us details including tackle, bait and weather conditions, date of Tripletail have to be 15 inches to keep local waters since he moved to Sanibel catch, species and weight, and include photographs with identification. T and you are allowed two per angler. in 1980. He now lives in St. James City Drop them at the River Weekly, 1609 Hendry Street, Suite 15, Fort Myers, These are one of the best eating fish and works as a back country fishing Florida 33901, or email to [email protected]. caught in our area with firm white flesh. guide. If you have comments or ques- tions email [email protected].

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Your Bottom CourteousCourteous ProProfessionalfessional Marine Repair SServiceervice • Dockside ServiceService Specialist ServingServing Sanibel & Captiva For LifLifee Call on Paint Prices 472-3380 • 466-3344 Dave Doane THE RIVER - OCTOBER 21, 2011 13 can capitalize on their aggressive behav- Participants must be at least 16 years America’s Beginning ior. The use of artificial lures, live and cut old. The cost for Cape Coral resients bait will be covered as well as safety tips is $20; for non-residents it’s $30. Pre- Boating Course Saltwater Fishing and gear for night fishing. This class is registration is required. he San Carlos Bay Sail & Power class designed for the new and taught by Capt. George Howell. Contact the Cape Coral Yacht Club at Squadron, a unit of the United novice angler to the Southwest 574-0806. TStates Power Squadrons, will AFlorida waters will be held be offering America’s Boating Course October 22 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Saturday, November 19, from 8:30 the Cape Coral Yacht Club. Christian Academy Hosts a.m. to 12:30 p.m.This course is rec- The class is for the angler who has ognized by the National Association of limited saltwater experience and wants Successful Fishing Tournament State Boating Law Administrators. improved success on the water. Topics he Southwest The State of Florida recently passed include rod and reel selection, line, leader Florida legislation requiring anyone born after and hook selection, rigging, casting, plus TChristian January 1, 1988 to have passed a safe live, dead and artificial baits. Also dis- Academy’s first boating course and obtain a Boating cussed will be identifying potential fishing annual fishing tour- Safety Education ID card, which is valid spots, chumming techniques, working nament resulted for life, in order to operate a boat with with tides, knot tying, bait rigging and in a large turnout more than 10 HP. Each student will presentation. – 32 boats with receive a card/certificate from the Florida Participants must be at least 16 years 32 teams, lots of Fish and Wildlife Commission upon com- of age. The fee for Cape Coral residents fun, and $15,800 pletion of the class. The course consists is $30; $45 for non-residents. Pre- added to the trea- of two sessions on consecutive Saturdays. registration is required. sury of the Athletic The second session will be on Saturday, Contact the Cape Coral Yacht Club at Boosters’ Club. December 3, also from 8:30 a.m. to 574-0806. Cash prizes were 12:30 p.m. awarded to the win- Topics covered include hull design, ners of the Student docking, anchoring, handling boating Division Heaviest emergencies, reading channel markers Nighttime Redfish, Student Landon Luttich and many other topics to make each Division Heaviest boating experience safer and more enjoy- Fishing Class Trout, Calcutta Heaviest Redfish, Calcutta Most Spots Redfish. able. Successful completion of this course The largest fish caught was 14.2 pounds by Team Raymond which also caught the entitles the boater to six months’ free ind out why nighttime can be the best time to fish at a special class largest redfish. Team Irresistible came in second, and Team Smokin’ Pit placed third. membership in a United States Power Landon Luettich, a fifth-grader at SFCA, caught the largest redfish in the Student Squadron. Fon Thursday, October 27, from 7 Division. A first-grade student, Paulo Bailey, caught the redfish with the most spots. The cost of the course is $40 with a to 9 p.m. at the Cape Coral Yacht Club. $20 cost for a second person sharing Information will be provided about the instruction materials. The course is fishing snook lights, bridges and deep and being taught at the San Carlos Bay Sail shallow water. Students will get an inside Our email address is [email protected] & Power Squadron classroom, 16048 look at how predator fish use low light San Carlos Boulevard at the corner of levels to their advantage and how anglers Kelly Road (across from ACE Hardware). Students can register online at www. The Bait Box Presents scbps.com or call 466-4040. THE ESPERANZA WOODRING MEMORIAL 18th CASTNET RODEO Local Waters/ Annual Local Charts Class Saturday, November 5 2011 he San Carlos Bay Sail & Power Squadron, a unit of the United YOUTH SCHEDULE OF TStates Power Squadrons, will be offering its Local Waters/Local Charts COMPETITION EVENTS class on Saturday, November 5, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The class is • CONTESTANTS MUST BE 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. directed at new boaters and boaters new to the area, as well as those wishing to UNDER AGE 16 Free Lessons and learn chart reading. It will provide some • NO REGISTRATION FEE Demonstrations of the basics of navigation, oriented to the Fort Myers area. Students will be • DIVISIONS DETERMINED 10:30 a.m. — using chart 11427 and must bring this BY SIZE AND AGE Youth Competition chart to class. Optional on-the-water training will be offered at a later date; • PRIZES AWARDED TO Begins check with the class instructor for details. The cost of the class is $40. The loca- ALL ENTRANTS tion is the San Carlos Bay Sail & Power Esperanza Lorraine Woodring, Woodring Point, Circa 1952 Squadron classroom, 16048 San Carlos Boulevard at the corner of Kelly Road A GREAT EVENT (across from ACE Hardware). Students can register online at www.scbps.com or FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY! call 466-4040. 1041 Periwinkle Way ¥ Sanibel Island 239-472-1618 Read us online at Register online at www.thebaitbox.com IslandSunNews.com All Proceeds to Benefi t S.T.A.R.T. - Solutions To Avoid Red Tide 14 THE RIVER - OCTOBER 21, 2011

The little one being fed Graduating to meals of corn Healing Winds Visitor Education Center at 3883 Sanibel-Captiva Road, across from The Sanibel School. Admission for adults is $5, teens $3, and free for mem- bers and children 12 and younger. Admission includes the presentation plus the opportunity to explore CROW’s hands-on educational facility and become CROW baby squirrel sleeping in human hand familiar with its efforts to save wildlife photos by CROW through compassion, care and education. For more information, call 472-3644, animals last year. Of the more than 200 ext. 231. To learn more about CROW, An Inside Look At different species, 54 percent were birds, visit www.crowclinic.org. 38 percent mammals, and 8 percent rep- Wildlife Recovery tiles/amphibians/invertebrates. he CROW Picture Show offers an Due to restrictions imposed by gov- insider’s look at why critters come ernmental agencies, CROW cannot allow Tto CROW and features photos of visitors to view patients in person. But in Send your the wild animals who wind up there. this 30-minute presentation, visitors can editorial copy to: Last year, CROW (Clinic for the see photos of current and past patients Rehabilitation of Wildlife), Southwest with commentary by Claudia Burns, a [email protected] Florida’s only wildlife hospital, cared veteran clinic volunteer. for 4,111 sick, injured, and orphaned The CROW Picture Show is presented each Friday at 11 a.m. in the CROW Learning to share their food

icant Pineland archeological and historical site, a permanent facility dedicated to learn- Captiva Cruises Resuming Tour To ing and teaching the archeology, history and ecology of Southwest Florida. An RRC educator will guide the tour on The Calusa Heritage Trail to one of the pre-Columbian Tarpon Lodge, Calusa Heritage Trail mounds of the ancient Calusa while elaborating on this unique fishing culture. aptiva Cruises’ newest expedition in its Discover Southwest Florida History The resumption of the tour to Pine Island will occur on Saturday, October 15, at tours will focus on the fishing cultures in Pine Island Sound, a story of fas- 10 a.m. Captiva Cruises has established Discover Southwest Florida History cruises Ccinating characters and traditions. This cruise will depart from McCarthy’s to Cabbage Key, Useppa Island, Boca Grande and has recently added cruises to The Marina on Captiva and travel to Pineland on Pine Island. Edison & Ford Winter Estates on the Caloosahatchee as well as this cruise to Pine Along the way, passengers will get an up-close look at historic fish houses of Pine Island. These are excellent opportunities for family and neighborhood outings to learn Island Sound and discuss commercial fishing and the fishing cultures from the indig- about the history of Southwest Florida and enjoy a day on the water. enous Calusa, to Spanish Cuban Ranchos, to the Punta Gorda Fish Company and Additional information and reservations, call Captiva Cruises at 472-5300. to the spectacular tarpon and sport fishing of today. The tour will be greeted at The Tarpon Lodge and passengers will be oriented to this spectacular location, the family- run business and their tradition of fishing within Pine Island Sound and Charlotte Harbor. Passengers then will relax while enjoying the “old Florida” charm of the 1926 Tarpon Lodge where lunch will be served with waterfront views of the sound and its mangrove islands. Read us online at IslandSunNews.com After lunch, the group will walk to The Randell Research Center (RRC), located across the street from The Tarpon Lodge. The RRC, a program of the Florida Museum of Natural History, aims to establish and maintain, at the internationally signif- IL TESORO RISTORANTE DOLCE TESORO Fine Italian Cuisine BAKERY • GELATO • ESPRESSO 751 Tarpon Bay Road Sanibel Island, FL 33957 Tahitian Gardens Plaza t: 239.395.4022 2300 Periwinkle Way f: 239.395.4122 Sanibel Island, FL 33957 www.iltesoro.net 239.472.4300 • Fax 239.472.4333 THE RIVER - OCTOBER 21, 2011 15 CROW Case Of The Week: had been inside in the incubator for a while so we’d moved him to a cage. In Benefits Of Common July he was moved outside to one of our aviaries,” Bast said. Conservation Nighthawk Once in the aviary, he started to have issues eating on his own; Bast Land Conference by Emilie Alfino decided to keep him there a bit longer lorida Gulf Coast University’s tiny night- so he could develop adequate strength Whitaker Center for STEM hawk arrived in his flight muscles. FEducation will host Cela Tega Aat CROW But a wrench was thrown in the 2011, a conference to examine the eco- (Clinic for the plans by a red belly woodpecker. In nomic benefits of conservation lands in Rehabilitation of September staff noticed the nighthawk Estero Bay Watershed, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wildlife) on May had a scab-like lesion on top of his Wednesday, November 2, at the Student 16 with no his- head. A mystery at first, they deter- Union Ballroom. The conference is free tory but with a very mined his cage companion, a red belly and open to the general public, agency guarded prognosis. woodpecker, was the cause. “The wood- employees, local government staff and Weighing only 7 ½ Common Nighthawk pecker apparently decided not to get elected officials. grams, the bird was can’t mimic that very easily here,” Bast along with him, so we separated them,” Plenary speaker is University of Miami cool, quiet and a little dehydrated. His said. “That’s why it’s a challenge raising said Bast. Two days of antibiotic cream economist Richard Weiskoff. Lunch key- body was in fair condition but his very these birds; you can’t mimic the wild.” did the trick and the growing bird was note speaker is National Public Radio small size was working against him. CROW staff went to extraordinary able to go back outside. sscience correspondent Chris Joyce. “He could have been abandoned or lengths to ensure the little bird could The nighthawk was released on Topics include mechanisms to calculate orphaned but more likely he had been be returned to the wild. “You have to Sanibel October 9 weighing 64 grams, economic values of conservation lands; abducted by well-meaning people who feed them in such a way that they don’t almost 10 times his body weight on the global economic value of conservation thought he was without a mom,” said imprint on humans,” said Bast. “We arrival. “We released him on the island lands; benefits of undeveloped lands in Wildlife Rehabilitator Robin Bast. “People would feed him pieces of food on the because naturalists and bird watchers saving transportation dollars; benefits on mean well and they’re trying to do the edge of a hemostat (a surgical tool, told us the nighthawks were migrating tourism, fishing and boating; ecosystem right thing, but the best thing to do is to essentially long forceps) while hiding through at that time,” Bast explained. services; benefits on flood insurance rates; call us so we can assess when an animal is ourselves behind a towel so he couldn’t “Hopefully he can join up with one of economics of water quality; and the eco- really orphaned or if mom is still around.” see us but saw only the food. We had a them and his instincts will kick in.” nomic value of local parks. The CROW staff decided to try hand- mirror in his cage, too, so he could see CROW (Clinic for the Rehabilitation To register, go to http://itech.fgcu. raising him. They gave him some fluids himself eating instead of seeing us.” of Wildlife, Inc.) is a nonprofit wildlife edu/faculty/ndemers/CelaTega%20 orally and offered him food – meal These complicated but necessary hospital providing veterinary care for 2011/index.htm. Lunch and snacks pro- worms and crickets in soaked cat chow – methods of care are further proof that native and migratory wildlife from the vided by FGCU student club ECO-Action. but it took him a while to get the hang of it’s not a good idea for anybody to raise Gulf Coast of Florida. The hospital For more information, contact Nora eating. Eating at CROW must have been baby wild animals – especially birds. accepts patients seven days a week Egan Demers, associate professor of biol- a strange experience for the little guy. In On June 15, someone observed the from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mail donations to ogy and interdisciplinary studies, at 590- the wild, nighthawks fly around with their bird making short flights in his small PO Box 150, Sanibel, FL 33957. Visit 7211. mouths open wide and catch bugs. “We wooden cage on CROW’s porch. “He www.crowclinic.org or call 472-3644. Adopt-A Class Program Gives I CANNOT TELL A LIE...IT'S SIMPLY THE BEST... I CANNOT Lee County Youths Opportunity TELL A LIE...IT'S SIMPLY BEST... THE TELL I CANNOT A LIE... Open 9am9am At Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum for Breakfast.Breakfast. Try Our Try Our Ginger PearPear Brioche al al Gelato, Gelato, Coffees, Pastry Pastry & & Gelato Newspaper

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While on a field trip to The Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum, fourth graders will learn www.pinocchiosicecream.com THE BEST... I CANNOT TELL A LIE... IT'S SIMPLY THE BEST... IT'S SIMPLY A LIE... I CANNOT TELL BEST... THE about mollusks, the soft-bodied invertebrates that make their own shells. SIMPLY LIE...IT'S A TELL CANNOT I BEST... THE SIMPLY continued on page 17 16 THE RIVER - OCTOBER 21, 2011 Take Part: Ocean Rain Barrel Conservancy Workshop And Sustainability In Fort Myers By Andrew Stansell oin Florida Yards and Neighbor hoods for its Rain Barrel Workshop he Center for Environmental Jand learn how rain barrels can col- and Sustainability Education at lect water from your roof. Only a ¼ TFlorida Gulf Coast University inch of rain on a typical roof will create has announced its 6th Annual Terry over 600 gallons of water. During class, Tempest Williams Student Dialogue. 55-gallon recycled barrels will be trans- The series focuses on education for a formed into rain barrels during the class sustainable future, including our role as for students to take home. stewards of our natural, cultural, and The benefits are clear: conserve water, political environments. The dialogue prevent storm water run-off, and save is intended to spark youth action and money. inspire the intellectual climate among The workshop takes place Saturday, FGCU and Southwest Florida communi- October 29 from 9 to 11 a.m. at the ties while fostering an open space for Rutenberg Eco Living Center, 6940 individual ownership. South Pointe Boulevard in Fort Myers. This year’s Terry Tempest Williams Vikki Spruill Sheila Bowman The cost per rain barrel is $45. Advance Student Dialogue entitled Ocean for protecting this precious resource. a networking session starting at 6 p.m. registration is required both to attend the Conservation and Sustainability will be This year Vikki Spruill of the Ocean Attendance from the local community class and to reserve a rain barrel. held on Thursday, October 27, ,at 7 p.m. Conservancy, a lasting partner of the is highly encouraged. The center urges Go to http://lee.ifas.ufl.edu and scroll in the Student Union Ballroom at FGCU, Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation anyone interested in learning more about down and click on icon WebTRAC for and is free and open to the public. in its Annual International Coastal the topic to come out and discuss Ocean moreinformation, or call 533-7514. In 2003, the Pew Oceans Commission Cleanup; and Sheila Bowman of the Conservation and Sustainability at the warned that the world’s oceans are in a Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood Watch Terry Tempest Williams Student Dialogue. state of “silent collapse,” threatening our program will be speaking at the event. For more information or direc- food supply, marine economies, recre- They will explore the complexity of ocean tions to FGCU, contact the Center ation, and the natural legacy we leave our conservation, seafood sustainability, and for Environmental and Sustainability children. In 2011, that message still rings address the relationship between human Education by email at [email protected] or Send your loud and clear as our marine ecosystems activities and the health of our oceans. by phone at 590-7025. editorial copy to: continue to decline. This year’s expert The center invites stakeholders, com- panelists will discuss the major issues munity members, students, and campus [email protected] affecting the health of our oceans and leaders for conversation and snacks out- touch on what is the best course of action side the ballroom before the event for Great Calusa Blueway Paddling Museum’s 2nd Annual Live Mollusk Trail Launches iphone Application Amateur Photography Competition he nation’s premier paddling trail now has a state-of-the-art smart-phone application users can download for free to more easily navigate Southwest TFlorida waters. Lee County Parks & Recreation has announced the Calusa Blueway iPhone app, which helps canoeists, kayakers and stand-up paddleboarders glide through Estero Bay, home to Florida’s first aquatic preserve, and 50 miles of the 190-mile Great Calusa Blueway Paddling Trail. The app offers improved safety and convenience and is now available at no charge at the Apple app store. A first-of-its-kind navigational aid, the Calusa Blueway application provides real-time GPS coordinates and navigation, interactive trail map with places of interest identified, boating tips and regulations, a brief history of Mound Key inhabitants and a key to the island’s flora, fauna and wildlife. Find more information and a link to download the app at www.LeeParks.org/BluewayApp.html. Future plans include expanding the app to encompass the entire Calusa Blueway, including Pine Island Sound and the Caloosahatchee River as well as creating an appli- cation for other smart phones. The app was developed with a grant from the West Coast Inland Navigation District. The Calusa Blueway app complements the existing destination-specific iPhone application offered by the Lee County Visitor & Convention Bureau. The custom- produced application pairs with the destination guidebook produced in conjunction with Lonely Planet. The VCB’s virtual guide features more than 100 points of interest Anne DuPont’s photo took runner-up honors in last year’s competition such as attractions, shops, restaurants, activities and accommodations; direct contact information for each point of interest; Google maps with the points of interest plotted; here are just a couple of weeks left to snap your entry/entries for the videos; and a link to www.FortMyers-Sanibel.com. Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum’s 2nd Annual Live Mollusk Photography The blueway app will be featured at the upcoming Calusa Blueway Paddling Festival TCompetition. November 3 through 6. Selected as one of the Southeast Tourism Society’s Top 20 Photos of live mollusks eating, moving, mating, living are eligible for the contest. Events for 2011, the festival this year has Canoe & Kayak magazine as its national Entries will be accepted at the museum until November 1 (including electronically sponsor and is offering guided trips, demonstrations, on-water instruction, SUP activi- submitted pictures). The winning submissions will be announced during the museum’s ties, speakers, a film festival, evening socials, a fishing tournament and races. anniversary week, November 18 through 24. Most event sites are reachable by paddlecraft, bicycle or trolley. This year the The top photos will be displayed on the museum’s website, Facebook page, and in Calusa Blueway Paddling Festival is centrally located on the Sanibel Causeway and the lobby. A list of contest rules and judging criteria, as well as the registration form to serves to highlight the offerings of the Calusa Blueway Paddling Trail. Festival details be completed and emailed with each entry, can be found on the museum’s website at are available at www.CalusaBluewayPaddlingFestival.com, including a schedule of www.shellmuseum.org. events. For trail information, visit www.CalusaBlueway.com. The festival is coordinated Send all inquiries and entries to Diane Thomas ([email protected]), or by Lee County Parks & Recreation. contact the shell museum at 395-2233. THE RIVER - OCTOBER 21, 2011 17 Plant Smart The flat erect leaves of this succulent can Bowstring Hemp reach three to four feet. Thick, smooth, and waxy, they endow this succulent with high drought tolerance. The foliage is such a curiosity that it upstages the flowers and fruit. Cylindrical spikes of small greenish white flowers appear from summer into the fall, fol- lowed by small red fleshy berries. Despite its ornamen- tal interest, this is a spe- cies to eliminate from the landscape, for it is listed as a category-II invasive by the Florida Exotic Pest Plant Council. Ridding a landscape of this invader is hard Beware of the needle-like work. Unless the carrot- leaf tip like rhizomes are dug-up and removed, it will persist. When working amidst the densely packed leaves, Invasive bowstring hemp forms dense patches that are difficult to eradicate take care not to be punctured by the needle-like leaf photos by Gerri Reaves tips. As the name bowstring hemp indicates, the plant is by Gerri Reaves used to make rope. owstring hemp (Sansevieria hyacinthoides) is a common house plant that Sources: plants.ifas.ufl.edu and floridasnature.com. Plant Smart explores sustainable gardening prac- has invaded the Florida peninsula. Native to Africa, it is also known as snake The variegated leaves plant because the variegated chartreuse-yellow leaves resemble snake scales. tices that will help you create a low-maintenance, B drought-tolerant, hurricane- and pest-resistant inspired the common names Other common names for this member of the agave family are the highly snake plant and iguana-tail descriptive iguana-tail and the misogynistic mother-in-law’s tongue. South Florida landscape. Food Preservation Classes: Canning, Dehydrating, And Freezing R ould you like to set up a class for a group of friends, your church, or an organization? Gather a group of six to 10 people interested in food preser- A G Wvation. Decide whether you would like a demonstration or hands-on class. W R Choose the topic. Contact Celia Hill at 533-7510 or email: [email protected] to I arrange a time and date. Fees are based on type of class. B L Presented by UF/IFAS Lee County Extension. Classes take place at UF/IFAS Lee L County Extension, Terry Park Complex 3406 Palm Beach Boulevard in Fort Myers. A For information and registration, contact Hill at [email protected] or 533-7510. R ®

From page 15 SEAFOOD Adopt-A-Class IF OUR SEAFOOD WERE ANY FRESHER, The museum visit consists of a 25-minute introductory film that covers mollusk anatomy, reproduction, locomotion, habitats, and how these creatures fit into the WE WOULD BE SERVING IT UNDER WATER oceans’ food web. Students are then given four 15-minute guided tours which include: a hands-on introduction to shells in the learning laboratory, a shell identification match- ing game, the Great Hall of Shells tour, and the live tank program where students DAILY HAPPY HOUR SPECIALS encounter live marine mollusks. 3-6 p.m. and 9:30-midnight The information given to fourth graders has been geared to match the science stan- dards for biological sciences, reading and academic vocabulary building in the science $1.50 Domestic Drafts • $6 Domestic Pitchers content area. $2 Domestic Bottles • $4.50 Glass of House Wine The Shell Museum is currently scheduling this academic year’s field trips for Lee County fourth-grade students. However, due to continued cutbacks in Lee County $5 Appetizer Specials school budgets, sponsorships from individuals and businesses are vital to the continu- ation of the program. With community support, Adopt-a-Class will once again be a BEER AND WINE SPECIALS highly successful educational outreach program for 2011-2012. The museum is asking for sponsorships; a sponsorship costs $450, or co-sponsorships cost $300. The full DURING ALL NFL AND COLLEGE GAMES amount of the contribution is 100 percent tax-deductible. 50¢ Wings during all NFL Games Anyone who would like to help sponsor the Adopt-a-Class program should contact Amanda Stirn at [email protected]. If you would like more educational program information, contact Diane Thomas at [email protected], or call the muse- Santiva Sanibel Bokeelia Fort Myers um at 395-2233. 472-5353 472-6939 283-5959 476-9000 18 THE RIVER - OCTOBER 21, 2011 New Exhibition Opening At The Bob Rauschenberg Gallery

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rtist Karen Glaser’s exhibit, The Mark of Water: Florida’s Springs and Swamps, will be on display at the Bob Rauschenberg Gallery at Edison State ACollege from October 21 through December 3, with an artist’s reception October 28, 6 to 8 p.m. A gallery talk with the artist will take place at 7 p.m. For more than two decades, Glaser has documented the amazing worlds beneath the surface of water. Her photography for this exhibition was made “inside” Florida’s springs, swamps and waterways. Glaser’s photography has found a wide audience with commissions and permanent public art installations at the Port of Miami, Parque de los Deseos, Medellín, Colombia Floating Hearts, Glaser and for Florida’s Art in State Buildings program. organized by the Smithsonian Institution National Museum of Natural History that then Her book Mysterious Manatees was released by the University Press of Florida toured to more than 20 venues in the U.S. and the Center for American Places. A travelling exhibition of her manatee work was Gallery hours are Monday through Friday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Saturday 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Closed Sundays and holidays; visit www.rauschenberggallery.com. Art Of The Olympians Partners With Dance Alive National Ballet repare to be fascinated and amazed by dramatic art work, effortless Pphysicality and expressive power through a unique performance of art and athleticism in Fire and Ice. The ballet marks the third in a trilogy of collabora- tions between Art of the Olympians and the Dance Alive National Ballet featuring artwork of two Olympic Gold Medal win- ners, Bob Beamon and Peggy Flemming. Fire and Ice incorporates visual projec- tions, while sculpture and art hangings provide the dynamic background for this original dance. The International Bach Competition will perform for this work. Fire represents the Summer Olympics, and Ice, the Winter Olympics. Bob Beamon, gold medalist in the long jump in 1968, provides edgy graphic designs as a backdrop for resident choreog- rapher Judy Skinner and composer Stella Sung. Beamon is a graphic artist, percus- sionist, and currently serves as CEO of Art of the Olympians Museum and Gallery. Dance Alive Fire and Ice dancers Voted Peggy Fleming, the only gold medal- Specials ist in figure skating for USA at Grenoble, has recently found a passion for painting. BEST OF THE Every Day Two of her works will be the inspiration for a work choreographed for principal danc- ISLANDS ers Andre Valladon and Michele Incollingo by Kim Tuttle. Fleming’s style, grace and elegance provide the inspiration for another work by Judy Skinner. Choreographer Cristina Helena, considered one of Brazil’s most gifted choreogra- phers, has created a work for principals Carla Amancio and Fhilipe Teixeira for the Fire in Fire and Ice. For show times and ticket information, visit www.dancealive.org. THE RIVER - OCTOBER 21, 2011 19 Book Signing Writers Contest English Country he Gulf Coast Writers Association With Author Amy encourages writers from Southwest Dancing Lessons TFlorida to enter the Gulf Coast earn the social dances of the Bennett Williams Writers Association Contest. Original 17th, 18th and 19th centuries works of fiction, nonfiction, drama and Lwith lessons at the Wa-ke Hatchee poetry will be awarded prizes of $100, Recreation Center in Fort Myers. Dress $50 and $25 for first, second and third is casual, wear flat shoes with non-slip place in each category. The contest is soles – but no flip-flops. Partners are open to members and non-members. not necessary, and beginners are wel- Fiction and nonfiction works must be come. Classes are to live music and are no more than 1,500 words. Poetry is family-friendly. limited to 40 lines or less. Scripts must Contact Gillian Carney at 603-9828 be submitted in Play Script Format and or email fortmyersdancers@hotmail. should not exceed 10 pages. com; website http://dancefl.us/ecd/ The deadline for submissions is FtMyersECD.shtml. January 31, and winners must be present Lessons are Tuesdays, 6.30 to 8.30 to receive their awards at the March 24 p.m. (year-round) at the Wa-ke Hatchee meeting. Recreation Center, 16760 Bass Road, Winners will be announced and some Fort Myers, Florida 33908. Telephone winning entries will be published in Fort Myers Magazine. 432-2154. The contest will help GCWA fulfill its Lessons are free after a one-time pay- ing Thomas Edison and Henry Ford) ment of $10 which covers lifetime mem- who have relaxed on its waters. Richly goal of assisting Southwest Florida writ- ers to stimulate and improve their skills. bership to Wa-Ke Hatchee Recreation illustrated with historical images and Center. Call for driving directions. Amy Bennett Williams observations, Along the Caloosahatchee GCWA expects a high level of contest participation. oin Amy Bennett Williams, jour- River chronicles the life of the singu- lar waterway that joins the heart of Guidelines and entry form are available nalist and editor of Tropicalia at www.gulfwriters.org. For more infor- magazine and author of Along the Southwest Florida to the Gulf of Mexico J and beyond.” mation, email Joe Pacheco at sanibeljoe@ Caloosahatchee River at the Edison & comcast.net. Ford Winter Estates, October 22, at 1 Williams’ book is available for pur- p.m. Williams will be signing books and chase in the Estates Museum Store or reading her favorite excerpts from the online at the Edison Ford website www. book. edisonfordwinterestates.org/store/ Arcadia Publishing describes her book Books/. Send your editorial copy to: as “the story of the ancient mastodons The Edison Ford is open daily from 9 that once roamed its shores, the 19th a.m. to 5:30 p.m. For additional informa- [email protected] century entrepreneurs who bent it to tion call 334-7419 or visit the website at their wills, and the celebrities (includ- www.edisonfordwinterestates.org.

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Superintendent Bryce Koch as one of 23 The ceremony will be led by Samuel industry leaders from around the nation Huber, president of the Cape Coral to take part in in the GCSAA Leadership Kiwanis Foundation; James Sanger, CEO Academy. The event, presented in part- of the Lee County YMCA; and Governor nership with The Toro Co. and Syngenta, Eddie Lee of The Florida District of was held October 4 and 5, at association Kiwanis. Lee, whose term began October headquarters in Lawrence, Kansas. 1, supervises the 9,000 Kiwanis members Koch, who attended the two-day ses- and 18,000 high school Key Club mem- sion, was hand-picked by GCSAA-affiliated bers in the state of Florida and the Cayman chapters based on his potential to serve Islands. Prior to the ribbon cutting Lee will as an industry leader. The group of golf be visiting with other clubs in the area. experts and speakers shared best practices “Our Kiwanis club is excited to step to help them grow their leadership skills. up to bring the YMCA to Cape Coral at Programs also addressed current issues a time when other community programs are being cut,” said Huber. “We will no and future trends impacting the golf course superintendent profession and association longer be the largest city in Florida without Governor Eddie Lee of The Florida District a YMCA.” management and helped the participants of Kiwanis International will attend the rib- begin building a professional network of bon cutting of the Cape Coral Kiwanis Hall peers to share best practices and innova- Bryce Koch tive ideas. “To be sustainable, organizations must Share your community news with us. develop leaders,” GCSAA President Robert M. 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Wednesday: Everblades Open Season with Split Bay Oaks 8:30 a.m. Aerobics The Florida Everblades opened their 14th hockey season last weekend with 10 a.m. RPM Cycling Class a split against the Gwinnett Gladiators. Their opening night 3-2 win at Germain Fitness Calendar Thursday: Arena was followed by a 2-1, 11th round shootout loss on Saturday. ay Oaks Recreation Center, 2731 9 a.m. Yoga Pilates The local team is on the road for the next three weeks for nine games on for- Oak Street, Fort Myers Beach’s 6 p.m. Zumba eign ice at Elmira, Trenton, Reading, Greenville, Gwinnett, and South Carolina. Bschedule appears below. For more 6 p.m. RPM Cycling Class They do not return to Germain until November 9 when they host Wheeling for information, call Bay Oaks at 560-8989, 7:30 p.m. RPM Cycling Class three games. or email [email protected]. 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Financial Focus other expenses, all of which can eat into clubs across the country. Legacy Fund awarding a grant of investment returns. Also, by holding • Men may be more optimistic about $10,000 to the Salvation Army and Do Men And investments longer, women may be able the financial markets. Some studies United Way, in partnership with Lee to take better advantage of market rallies. show men are more optimistic about Memorial Health System and Lee Women Invest During the 2008-2009 financial crisis, key economic indicators and future stock Physicians Group, for the new United for example, men were more likely than market performance. Optimism can be Way House in North Fort Myers, which Differently? women to sell shares of stock at market a valuable asset when it comes to invest- offers medical services to low-income and lows, which led to bigger losses among uninsured or underinsured children, fami- by Jennifer Basey ing; if you have confidence in the future, male traders – and fewer gains when you’re more likely to invest for it, and to lies and individuals. everal years some of the stock values began to rise continue investing. On the other hand, Special guest speaker Chief Assistant ago, a book again – according to a study by Vanguard, though, false optimism may lead to over- U.S. Attorney Doug Molloy will present Stitled Men a mutual fund company. confidence, which can have negative The Secret World: Modern Day Slavery, Are From Mars, • Men tend to invest more aggressively results for investors. a look at how human trafficking has Women Are From than women. Perhaps not surprisingly, Neither men nor women have a become the second-argest crime in the Venus was quite men seem to be more willing to take risks monopoly on positive investment behav- world. According to Molloy, Southwest popular. As the with their investments. This trait can be iors; each gender can probably learn Florida has been described as “ground title suggests, the both positive and negative. On the posi- something from the other. Ultimately, zero” for this crime. book argues that tive side, risk is associated with reward, so of course, it’s your decision-making, not The community foundation’s new men and women the more aggressive the investment, the your X- or Y-chromosomes, that will president and CEO Sarah Owen will also are vastly differ- greater the potential for growth. On the determine your ability to make progress address the gathering on her first official ent from each other, particularly in negative side, taking too much risk pretty toward your long-term goals. 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Although both men [email protected]. ones, either living or deceased, who have behave differently – and this divergence and women investors want information, had a special impact on the lives of those in behavior may also show up in the women seem to take a more “holistic” around them. Fund members can make way we invest. approach – that is, instead of focus- Women’s Legacy the special women in their lives an Angel In fact, various studies and anecdotal ing strictly on performance statistics, with a minimum contribution of $1,000 evidence suggests these differences in the they tend to delve deeper into their Fall Luncheon in their name. way that men and women invest: investments’ background, competitive The fall luncheon is open to the pub- he Women’s Legacy Fund of the • Men tend to trade more often than environment and other factors. This lic. The cost is $32 per person and res- Southwest Florida Community women. Men seem to buy and sell invest- quest for additional knowledge may help ervations are required by October 19. To Foundation will hold its 5th ments more frequently than women. This explain why all-female investment clubs T register, visit the community foundation’s Annual Fall lLncheon Friday, October difference could result in an advantage have achieved greater returns than all- website at www.floridacommunity.com or 28 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at for women investors. For one thing, if male clubs, according to a study by the call 274-5900. Colonial Country Club in Fort Myers. women do trade less, they may incur National Association of Investors Corp., The luncheon will include Women’s fewer commission charges, fees and which represents thousands of investment THE RIVER - OCTOBER 21, 2011 25

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Cleveland #235A Fort Myers, Fl 33919 239-466-8605 • www.FLDayLight.com 26 THE RIVER - OCTOBER 21, 2011 Celebrity Waiter Dinner Raises Awareness And Money For Child Care Of Southwest Florida oliticians, business leaders and community lead- ers donned their aprons and performed for tips Pat the 3rd Annual Stars for Kids Celebrity Waiter Dinner and Auction Saturday, October 8, raising more than $40,000 for Child Care of Southwest Florida Inc. Lee County Commissioner Ray Judah earned the Most Appreciated Celebrity Waiter Award by earning the most tips at his table. Sponsors were CRS Technology Consultants, Internet Services Group, and Lutgert Insurance. Coneheads Steve Bowen of Stephen R. Bowen Local celebrities displayed their talents by becom- Construction and Bob Beville of Waterman Broadcasting ing singing waiters or performing other feats, such as Child Care of Southwest Florida CEO Beth Lobdell (right) fortune telling (Stephanie Davis); go-go dancing (Lisa presents Lee County Commissioner Ray Judah (second Cronin); and accordion playing (Ray Judah). The Blues from right) with the 2011 Most Appreciated Waiter Award Brothers made an appearance as did the Coneheads and for raising the most money. NBC-2 Anchor and Mistress the Church Lady of Saturday Night Live fame, all cour- of Ceremonies Kellie Burns and Auctioneer and Master tesy of Fort Myers Rotarians Bob Beville, Steve Bowen, of Ceremonies Scott Robertson share in the celebration Don Molloy and Bob Sheehan. Detrick of Copy Lady (Cleopatra); Greg Frith of NBC-2 Anchor Kellie Burns and Auctioneer Scott Fireservice Disaster Kleenup (Captain America); John Robertson (who also is vice-chairman of the charity’s Mann of IBS Consulting Group; Jim Mitchell of Fifth board of directors) shared duties as master and mistress Third Bank (Policeman); David Plazas of The News- of ceremonies. Press (Mr. Spock); Tammy Provence of Good2Go “People came tonight ready to have fun and help us Healthy Takeout; and Andrew Seymour of Miracle with our mission of helping children. Our celebrity wait- Baseball. ers did an extraordinary job and those who attended said The evening also included both silent and live auction they had so much fun they can’t wait to do it again next items as well as toys and games on every table to keep year,” said Beth Lobdell, executive director of Child Care guests entertained. of Southwest Florida, Inc. “Most importantly, we raised Funds raised during the evening will be used to sup- some money to help children from low-income families port the mission of Child Care of Southwest Florida obtain needed child care so their parent can work.” and to provide scholarships for low-income children Other celebrity waiters included Lucy Costa of to receive child care in the six centers operated by the Promotional Incentives (St. Pauli Girl); Cynthia Duff agency. Child Care of Southwest Florida, Inc. is a private non- profit organization dedicated to providing high-quality Jim Mitchell of Fifth Third Bank slaps handcuffs on Captain child care services throughout Southwest Florida. The America (Greg Frith) agency provides child care for children from infancy through age eight at its six child care centers in Lee and Hendry counties. In addition, it offers training for early childhood professionals, and administers the federal food program for eligible centers and family child care homes throughout Southwest Florida. The agency must rely on donations and volunteer efforts from members of the community, corporations and foundations to build and maintain programs that make a difference to low- income children. Child Care of Southwest Florida Inc., is a United Way agency. For more information, call Development Director Linda McNabb at 425-1017 or visit www.ccswfl.org.

Downtown Diva Stephanie Davis, Go-Go Girl Lisa Cronin of CCMI, and St. Pauli Girl Lucy Costa of Promotional Incentives Bob Bassett of BBT Bank and his wife Jolyne

The Blues Brothers: Bob Sheehan, Steve Bowen, Don Molloy Mr. Spock (David Plazas of The News-Press) puts a mind Child Care Board Chairman Dale Korzec and his wife and Bob Beville of Fort Myers Rotary Club meld on Cleopatra (Cynthia Duff Detrick of Copy Lady) Janalyn THE RIVER - OCTOBER 21, 2011 27 palm of the hand and your child’s elbow child’s developmental level), playing with School Smart is held out to the side a bit. Children then pop beads, clothespins, large tongs, stress College Search by Shelley M. move to a five-fingered grasp to hold a balls, squeezy toys, and buttoning and Greggs, NCSP writing utensil and then finally, typically, snapping. Kick-Off At Edison at age five or six, they will be able to use Even though these activities look like alling all high school juniors and ear a standard three-fingered or tripod grasp. play they will benefit your child immense- seniors! Edison State College is Shelley, Their body movement at this point goes ly. Play is actually how children work Chosting a College Search Kick- D My four- from the shoulders and arms to the wrist and learn and the best way for them to Off starting at 10 a.m. on Monday, year-old daughter is and finally the fingers, which at ages five develop. October 17, in the “U” Building on the now in preschool. and six, are strong enough to hold the Ms. Greggs is adjunct faculty at Fort Myers campus. Registration for this She seems to be writing utensil correctly and without tiring Edison State College where she teaches free event begins at 10 a.m. or register having some difficul- easily. psychology and education courses. online at www.edison.edu/kickoff. In ty holding her pencil You may see your child switching She is also Nationally Certified School addition to lunch and door prizes, sched- correctly. She also between pencil grasps. As the shoulder Psychologist and consultant for School uled activities include a campus tour at holds her spoon and arm muscles become stronger and Consultation Services, a private educa- 10:30 a.m., Get in the Game: The Facts and fork incorrectly. I thought she would steadier, your child should switch less and tional consulting company. Questions About College at 11 a.m., campus tour grow out of this but she hasn’t. How can less. Good control of the pencil for hand- for publication may be addressed to again at 11:30 a.m. At moon there will I help her? writing will only come as the finger mus- [email protected]. Not all questions be a Play-by-Play current student presen- Alyssa M., Sanibel, Florida cles become stronger. Some children will submitted can be addressed through tation, then lunch and games at 12:30 Alyssa, need more time and practice to develop this publication. p.m. and a Post Game Wrap-Up/Door By age four, most children can cut their shoulder, core, and finger muscles. Prize Drawings at 1:30 p.m. across a piece of paper with child-sized A trip to the park would provide some scissors, draw or copy a vertical line and easy things to do to help develop the a complete circle, and use a fork/spoon shoulder muscles. Climbing, pulling up correctly. Fine motor skills, which are and pushing movements are excellent To advertise in The River Weekly News Call 415-7732 used in holding and using writing and eat- actions for development. A jungle gym or ing utensils properly, may develop a bit climbing structure is a great place for kids later in some children. It’s possible that to exercise their muscles. your daughter’s fine motor development To develop the fine motor and finger may be slightly delayed. strength to grasp and write correctly, There are stages of development for consider working with play dough by roll- a correct pencil grasp. First we see tod- ing it, pinching it, pounding it to make a dlers using a fisted grasp when they first variety of shaped items. You will be giving attempt to write with a crayon. If you the hands and fingers a great workout. look carefully at them you will see that Other activities to help develop hand and they are actually moving from the shoul- finger strength are using a hole punch der to move the crayon across the paper. and stapler, cooking projects, especially The next stage is a palmar grasp with batter or dough, playing with con- where you see the pencil lies across the struction tools (hammer, saw, etc. at

Deans List Classroom erklee College of Music has Popular McGregor Woods announced that Keith Cute of Grants Awarded BCape Coral has earned place- ment on the Dean’s List for the summer Totaling $44,000 semester of the 2011 academic year. ublic school teachers were To be eligible for this honor, a full-time awarded more than $44,000 by student must achieve a grade point aver- PThe Foundation for Lee County age of 3.4 or above; a part-time student Public Schools at a Classroom Grants must achieve a grade point average of reception Monday, October 17 at 5:15 3.6 or above. The Berklee curriculum p.m. The reception will be held at the focuses on practical career preparation Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre’s Café for today’s music industry. Cabaret, 1380 Colonial Boulevard, Fort Myers. From page 21 The Foundation for Lee County Public Schools, Inc. is a private, 501(c)3 orga- Albee Classic nization established in 1986. Its mission is to enhance and enrich the quality of Spacious fully furnished Home with 3 bedrooms and Coming To Strauss public education in Lee County for stu- The play involves the two couples dents and educators through programs, 2.5 bathrooms. Community Pool, Spa, Clubhouse, playing “games,” which are savage verbal resources and experiences made possible Tennis Courts and a Fishing Pier are available. attacks against one or two of the others through corporate, individual and educa- at the party. They also consume an enor- tional partnerships. Close to beaches, restaurants and shops. mous amount of alcohol, drinking from The Classroom Grants program is a midnight to sunrise in an excruciating major initiative of The Foundation for Lee For Showings please call Isabella Rasi. game of charades. Albee chose the title County Public Schools. Since its incep- as a parody of the song Who’s Afraid of tion, over $1 million has been awarded the Big Bad Wolf, or who’s afraid of liv- to teachers to enhance and enrich their ing life without false illusions. classroom curriculum. Having seen this play before with the same cast, I highly recommend it. In addi- tion to Stephanie Davis as Martha, Scott ENGEL & VÖLKERS Carpenter plays George, Doug Landin is Our email address is Nick and Nykkie Ptaszek plays Honey. 1101 Periwinkle Way #105, Sanibel, FL List Local. List Local. Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf plays [email protected] 239-472-0044 October 27 through November 5 at the Sell Global. Sell Global. Herb Strauss Theater, 2200 Periwinkle www.engelvoelkers.com/Sanibel Way, Sanibel. For tickets call 472-6862. 28 THE RIVER - OCTOBER 21, 2011 Dr. Dave obtaining organs of that last church. They will cry louder if you donated Apparently there are a lot of spleens, organs to the transplant folks and the Annual Organ Donation but not a lot of hearts. trust fund to Cats Unlimited. Myth: If I agree to donate my organs, Myth: They can use baboon or pig Medicare by Dr. Dave the hospital staff won’t work as hard to hearts. Hepburn save my life. Fact: Nope. The baboons still want Enrollment t can be hard to Fact: That depends on if you’re them and aren’t giving them up with- the guy who ticketed my car last week out a fight. Baby Fae included, there is ee Memorial Health System’s think about toss- SHARE Club will be hosting sev- ing your carcass or are responsible for a Nancy Grace nobody running about with baboon bits I wardrobe malfunction. Unless you fit beating in their breast, though I know of Leral information sessions at various on the scrap heap locations regarding the latest changes of life, but we’re that category, doctors work as hard as several women who think men are more we can to save your life, not someone pig than most pigs. To you women I to Medicare. Learn how to compare all going to do it the various options in order to select unless you’re Dick else’s. Saving life – and golf – is what say, “That is a juvenile statement and the one that best suits your medical and Clark or Clark Kent we are all about in the first place. In your mother wears army boots.” or Kent the local fact, we never even know or care if you Myth: I’m not in the best of health. financial needs Vampire. But why are a donor or not when we stick duct Nobody would want my organs or tis- The presenter is Jo Marshall, SHINE destroy it all? Being an organ donor is, tape on your aorta or whatever. sues. Counselor Volunteer (Serving Health obviously, an altruistic, generous and Hopefully the day will come when Fact: Wow, lots of Rangers fans, Insurance Needs of Elders/Department of worthwhile act that helps those who, we just assume that everyone is a donor I see. The decision to use an organ Elder Affairs. The schedule is: through no fault of their own, need to anyway. is based on strict medical criteria and October 28, 10 a.m. at the Cape borrow some of your leftovers. While Myth: Maybe I won’t really be dead unless you’re a strict medical criteriaolo- Coral Hospital Auxiliary Meeting Room, more and more potential donors are when they sign my death certificate. gist, don’t make that decision for some- 636 Del Prado Boulevard, Cape Coral showing their kind human nature by Fact: And maybe you will. Or maybe one else. Perhaps your liver is no good October 31, 10 a.m. at Gulf Coast registering, there are some who are still you’re really a zombie or a senator. but your drinking arm is in fine shape. Medical Center Community Room, reticent. It is, thus, important to clear up In fact, people who have agreed to Not your call. 13681 Doctor’s Way, Fort Myers some myths so you have no excuses not organ donation are given more tests to Myth: Rich and famous people go November 7, 10 a.m. at Lee to exercise this final act of benevolence. determine that they’re truly dead than to the top of the list when they need a Memorial Hospital Auditorium, 2776 Myth: I’m too old to donate. Nobody are those who haven’t agreed to organ donor organ. Cleveland Avenue, Fort Myers would want my organs. donation. No doubt, it’s nice to know Fact: Which is why you should not November 9, 5 p.m. at SHARE Club Fact: This is true – if you’re 362. you’re really dead when you are, given consult with me prior to investing. Invest North, 5170 Orange Grove Boulevard, Otherwise there’s no defined cutoff age that most people hate to wake up dead. as I do and you’re sure not be at the top Fort Myers for donating organs. Organs have been Myth: An open-casket funeral isn’t of anyone’s rich list. But I believe that November 14, 11 a.m. at HealthPark successfully transplanted from donors in an option for people who have donated I am still at the top of the list because I Medical Center, Room 1A, 9981 South their 70s and 80s. The decision to use organs or tissues. am famous – to my dog, Kent. HealthPark Drive, Fort Myers your organs is based on strict medical Fact: Organ and tissue donation Like the column? You’ll LOVE the Seating is limited and reservations criteria, not age. doesn’t interfere with having an open- book the Doctor is In(sane), available are required; call 424-3765. Visit www. Myth: Organ donation is against my casket funeral. Because the donor is at Sanibel Island Bookshop. Contact leememorial.org for more information. religion. clothed and lying on his or her back Dr. Dave or read more at www. Fact: Organ donation is consistent in the casket, no one can see any dif- wisequacks.org. with the beliefs of most religions. This ference. You can still leave your casket includes Catholicism, Protestantism, wide open so you can see who really did Islam, most branches of Judaism, show up at your funeral. They will cry Southern Satanism and New York over your casket just as loudly as they Shell Point Hosts A Free Rangerism, though nobody is keen in would should you have not donated. Open House For The Public

they must know their patients don’t have Mom And Me the faintest idea what they are talking about? Rebecca Dear Rebecca, I would not generalize to say “all phy- sicians” talk to patients in the way your physician spoke to you. Ask your physi- cian questions about what you do not understand. The only way he/she knows is if you ask. Look at it this way; it is a good thing that your physician tries to explain things to you so you are starting in a very good place. Pryce Dear Rebecca, by Lizzie and Pryce Doctors, lawyers and many other pro- Sales counselors will be offering detailed presentations izzie and Pryce answer your ques- fessionals have their own lingo. They are tions and give advice about aging so accustomed to talking to people similar hell Point Retirement Community will host a Fall Open House on Thursday, Lconcerns from a two-generational to themselves that they cannot see or October 27, from noon to 4 pm. This event is free and open to the public. perspective. A mother and daughter refuse to see when some of their patient’s S “Shell Point is such a unique place to live, we want to invite the public to team, Lizzie is a retired RN and health eyes cloud over. come out and learn more about the lifestyle we have to offer,” said Lynn Schneider, educator, and Pryce is a licensed psy- These same professionals are not assistant vice president of marketing and communications for Shell Point. chotherapist in private practice who nearly as successful as their peers who The Fall Open House will offer visitors the chance to view two of the three neigh- specializes in the care of elders and can talk on the level of their patients or borhoods that make up Shell Point. Seminars, tours, and entertainment have been people with chronic illnesses. clients and rarely get the desired results planned for that afternoon, and buses will provide transportation to all events and loca- Dear Mom & Me, they are working toward. Before you tions throughout the community. I went to a doctor because I felt terri- leave or during the consultation interrupt The Open House will include tours of decorated models located in the Island and ble. He ordered a few tests and later told them and tell them, “I am sorry but I do Woodlands neighborhoods, and retirement counselors will be on hand to answer spe- me that I had an immune system disease not understand what you are saying.” cific questions, while others will present seminars explaining Shell Point’s lifestyle with and ordered more tests. Lizzie lifecare model for retirement. There will be question-and-answer sessions after each When I went back he just talked and Lizzie and Pryce’s email address is presentation. “Visitors will receive a program with the schedule of events and locations talked, and I didn’t know anything more [email protected]. when they arrive. This way they can pick and choose what they want to see while they when I left than I did when I first went. are on our campus,” said Schneider. Why do doctors talk like that when For more information about the Fall Open House, call 466-1131. THE RIVER - OCTOBER 21, 2011 29

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www.EyelidsOnly.com 30 THE RIVER - OCTOBER 21, 2011 deaRPharmacist include “myocardial infarction” as a side lesterol, insulin, Lp(a) and CRP levels? the FDA, and they are intended to sup- effect remain on the market. This scary Who knows? Well-informed scientists port adequate nutrition, not to prevent Are Vitamins fact doesn’t get any airtime. Let’s take a would never assign sole blame to vita- disease. Ask your health care provider closer look: mins when the data is being extracted what is right for you based on your Helping Or Point #1: The conclusions drawn from seniors who almost always have activities, age, gender, medication pro- were not based upon an actual clinical multiple health concerns and take file and dietary habits. And don’t base Hurting You? trial that offered a double-blind, placebo numerous prescription drugs. There’s no your health care regimen on isolated controlled analysis. The conclusion was by Suzy Cohen, RPh linear connection, do you see how silly studies – look at the body of evidence drawn from data that tracked 38,722 this all is?! that supports a particular nutrient. ear older women who said they took vita- Point #5: Nutritional status was never This information is not intended Pharmacist: mins for 20 years. Key word “said.” objectively evaluated. How did they eat? to treat, cure or diagnose your condi- D I see on Point #2: University of Minnesota Did they smoke? For all we know they tion. Suzy Cohen is the author of The the news that tak- researchers had women fill out question- were taking supplements in-between 24-Hour Pharmacist and is a registered ing vitamins can be naires. The women “said” they took cheeseburgers and fries, rather than part pharmacist. To contact her, visit www. dangerous for my vitamins. That’s it! Should scientists of a healthy well-balanced diet. dearpharmacist.com. health. Since I read draw sweeping conclusions about mor- Point #6: What was their medication your column weekly, tality based on questionnaires? The profile like? I suspect there was a lot of I know that you like death rate could be due to any number drug mugging going on! These ladies vitamins, and that of factors. could very well have been so nutritional- Bone Marrow they help reduce Point #3: Supplement takers expe- ly depleted that they died of some other side effects in some cases. Does this rienced an average of 2.4 percent reason. Not one of the participants And Blood Drive study change your position? increased risk of dying over the course was ever given a Cardio-ION, Genova ee Memorial Blood Center is TC, Gainesville, Florida of two decades, compared with women or SpectraCell blood test to determine partnering with Florida Gulf Coast No, it just annoys me that snippets who didn’t take supplements; adjust- baseline micronutrient status. Ever. University to host a bone mar- about the Archives of Internal Medicine ments were made for age and caloric Let’s focus on vitamin B6 deficiency for L row and blood drive for a local teen on study get any media coverage at all. intake. I’ll spare you the number details example. Over 150 drugs rob your body Monday, October 24, from 10 a.m. to The news that multivitamins, vitamin here, but there was only a one percent of that. Run low of B6 and your levels 5 p.m. at 10501 FGCU Boulevard, Fort B6, folic acid, iron, magnesium, zinc difference between death rates for the of toxic homocysteine will climb, rais- Myers. A separate bone marrow cheek and copper might hasten our death is two groups. You can scare more people ing risk for hypertension, heart attack swab will be held on the same day from just ridiculous. Do you really think vita- by manipulating statistics and hyping a and stroke! So how did these scientists 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. mins and minerals are suddenly bad for “2.4 percent increase in death.” Boo! sort out whether these elderly women Fifteen-year-old Zeph Villarreal was you? By that token, you would have to Point #4: What was their health were dreadfully deficient of a particular diagnosed with Desmoplastic small round believe that eating vegetables, fruits, and status? What was the baseline health vitamin, or died from taking one? They cell tumor (DSRCT) which is a rare and nuts are bad too, because they contain status? Remember their beginning age didn’t. aggressive cancer with a poor prognosis. the same nutrients as those proposed to back in 1986 was 62 years old. I’m sure One more point. I firmly believe that Despite multiple chemotherapy strategies be deadly in this study! C’mon people! some of them were virtual crock pots it’s best to get nutrients from eating liv- and radiation, Zeph needs a bone mar- It’s sad when Mother Nature is ques- of disease. What if these ladies failed to ing plant-based foods, and juicing every row transplant to help save his life. Both tioned, and vitamins are condemned take vitamins in their youthful years, or day, using dietary supplements to fill the of Zeph’s parents work at FGCU. based on weak and inconclusive sta- took poor quality ones? Did they exer- gaps. Dietary supplements are regulated The requirements to give blood are: tistics, yet other therapies that literally cise in their youth? What was their cho- by the DSHEA Act of 1994, through Age: At least 17 years old (16 with written parental consent) and in good Walk-in service is available but needed. general health. There is no upper age USPS And Mobile appointments are preferred. Call 936- The requirements to give blood are: limit. 2316 today to schedule your appoint- • Age: At least 17 years old (16 with Weight: Minimum of 115 pounds. Mammography ment. Appointments are typically 20 min- written parental consent) and in good Identification: Must provide photo ID ostal Service Teams are team- utes. Most insurances are accepted, and general health. There is no upper age with date of birth. ing with with Radiology Regional discounted self-pay pricing is available. limit. Food: Eat a good meal before giving Pto host a mobile mammography Results will be mailed to the patient and • Weight: Minimum of 115 pounds and drink plenty of fluids. opportunity. physician within a few working days. The • Identification: Must provide photo ID Medications: Many medications such During Breast Cancer Awareness exams are read by local, board certified with date of birth as insulin, blood pressure, thyroid, cho- Month, Fort Myers Postmaster Anne radiologists, including fellowship-trained • Food: Eat a good meal before giving lesterol, aspirin, antidepressants, and Murray is encouraging her employees Women’s Imagers. Every mammogram and drink plenty of fluids hormone replacement do not necessarily (including men) as well as all residents to is analyzed by computer-aided detection, • Medications: Many medications prevent someone from giving. Tattoos are make appointments for their yearly mam- and then reviewed by the reading radiolo- such as insulin, blood pressure, thyroid, also acceptable as long as they are healed mogram. gist. No prescription is necessary for a cholesterol, aspirin, antidepressants, and and done in a reputable facility. Radiology Regional Center will bring screening mammogram. hormone replacement do not necessarily The requirements for bone marrow its Mobile Mammography Unit to post prevent someone from donating. Tattoos are similar to blood donation, except the offices in Fort Myers and Cape Coral. are also acceptable as long as they are age requirement is between 18 and 60. Dates for the screenings are: October healed and done in a reputable facility. Today, there simply aren’t enough 24 at Cape Coral Central PO, 1030 SE Haunted House For more information about donating, bone marrow registry members of diverse 9th Avenue, Cape Coral from 9 a.m. to call 343-2333. racial and ethnic heritage. Adding more 1 p.m.; and October 25 at the Tice PO, Blood Drive Individuals can donate a pint of blood diverse members increases the likelihood every 56 days. 4585 Palm Beach Boulevard, Fort Myers ee Memorial Blood Center is host- that all patients will find a life-saving from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. ing a blood drive on Saturday, match. Members of these backgrounds Mammography is proven preventative LOctober 22 from 5 to 10 p.m. are especially needed: Black or African- healthcare, saving lives and making a dif- at the Kiwanis Haunted House at Gulf American, American Indian or Alaska ference in the long-term survival of those Coast Town Center (across from Moe’s Native, Asian including South Asian, diagnosed with breast cancer. The base- in the old Borders’ location). All donors Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander, line mammogram should be performed will receive $2 off admission to the Hispanic or Latino and multiple race. at age 40, unless the patient is high risk. Kiwanis Haunted House and a vampire Go to www.marrow.org for bone mar- Monthly self-exam and routine annual T-shirt. Our email address is row donation information. physician exams are also part of regular All blood collected remains in the Lee For information about blood donation, breast healthcare. Memorial Health System to serve the [email protected] call 343-2333. Mobile Mammo is a great way to bring community. Lee Memorial Health System the convenience of annual screening to uses more than 800 units of blood each the workplace or your community. Based week. With both The Children’s Hospital Read us online at on census data, approximately 204,000 and the only trauma center within a five- women in Lee County are of the age to county area, the need for blood locally IslandSunNews.com be screened, but only 50,000 women are remains constant, and needs to be replen- receiving this preventative healthcare. ished daily. All blood types are currently THE RIVER - OCTOBER 21, 2011 31 The location is Tanger Outlets, 20350 Celebrate Summerlin Road in Fort Myers. Eden Autism Services Florida The Pink BRAGade will participate in Survivors At Breast the walk. In addition, Tanger Outlet stores Names Advocate Of The Month will have a “Pink” window decorating den Autism Services Florida has Cancer 5K Walk contest. recognized Fort Myers resident housands of local residents, breast Florida ranks third in the nation for EMaureen Bashaw as recipient of the cancer survivors and volunteers the number of new breast cancer cases Autism Advocate of the Month award. Twill join together and put on their and the number of related deaths. One The award recognizes people who are pink bras to fight breast cancer at this in eight women living in Florida will be advocates for autism by increasing aware- year’s Making Strides Against Breast diagnosed with breast cancer during their ness, raising funds or providing leadership Cancer 5K walk. This noncompeti- lifetime. Thousands of walkers across in support of autism. tive fundraising event is The American our state and in your community will join Bashaw, the mother of an adult son Cancer Society’s signature event to raise Making Strides Against Breast Cancer to with autism, was a writer at The News- awareness and funds to fight breast ensure future generations of Floridians Press for over 30 years. She and her late cancer and provide hope to all people do not face this life-threatening disease husband, Richard, formed a support group facing the disease. alone. for parents of children with autism when All across the state, walkers will sport Last year, approximately 2,000 partic- their son, Ian, was six years old. “At that pink bras representing a personal breast ipants raised $123,000 in Lee County to time there were few resources for families cancer journey or the journey of some- fund lifesaving research and support pro- living with autism and little awareness of one they know as part of the Put On grams to further the progress against this autism,” said her daughter Beth Cameron Your Pink Bra campaign. disease. The American Cancer Society Bashaw. The fundraising walk is October 22, hopes to exceed these numbers this year. Nearly 30 years later, the support with general registration beginning at For information or to sign up for the group has evolved into The Adonis Autism 7:15 a.m. Survivors’ Registration and American Cancer Society Making Strides Assistance Foundation. The foundation Breakfast begins at 7 a.m., with the walk Against Breast Cancer in Lee County, strives to enhance the quality of life for visit www.putonyourpinkbra.com. starting at 8:15 a.m. people living with autism by providing Maureen Bashaw named Eden Autism resources, activities, information, advocacy Services Florida’s Advocate of the Month and support to those who love someone Komen For The Cure Accepting living with autism. Bashaw’s recently published her first book. Killerscent is a murder mystery that Community Grant Applications features a boy with autism who has a keen sense of smell. “Our family is proud of this accomplishment. It has been a 10-year journey for my mother and we are looking for- usan G. Komen for the Cure Southwest Florida is accepting applications for its ward to upcoming book signings in Southwest Florida,” said Cameron-Bashaw. 2012-2013 Community Grants, which promote local breast health programs Eden’s Advocate of the Month receives a certificate of appreciation and will be Sbeginning October 20. The request for application and the application itself invited to an annual reception. will be posted on www.komenswfl.org/grants. To submit a grant, an organization To nominate an advocate for autism who exemplifies Action in Autism, submit a must participate in the Community Grants Workshop on October 31 from 8:30 nomination including person’s name, contact information, and 50-word summary of a.m. to noon at Coconut Point Mall in Estero. For more information or to attend why he/she should be selected to [email protected] or call 992-4680. the workshop, email Amy Austin at [email protected].

Sarlo, Frank Bireley, Jim Nathan, Sam Galloway Jr. and Tom Smoot. Last year’s Southwest Florida Community recipient, David G. Robinson, will present the award to this year’s winner, local philan- thropist Bill Frey. Foundation 35th Anniversary To Be During its 2011 fiscal year, SWFLCF granted more than $3 million to more than 100 different organizations supporting education, animal welfare, arts and human Celebrated As Owen Becomes CEO services. Each year, the community foundation selects a targeted focus area for a n her first week on the job, Sarah grant award of up to $100,000 as part of its Initiative Grant Cycle. The focus area Owen, the new CEO of Southwest for 2011 was violence prevention and intervention. Projects that were reviewed by IFlorida Community Foundation, will the community foundation included those that addressed domestic and sexual violence address more than 300 foundation and child abuse, including physical and sexual abuse, bullying and youth violence. donors and supporters at this year’s annu- Proposals were accepted from the five county service area: Lee, Charlotte, Collier, al reception and celebration Thursday, Glades and Hendry. A $40,000 grant was awarded to the Center for Abuse and Rape November 3 at Harborside Event Center Emergencies of Charlotte County. The grant assisted in the employment of a full-time, in Fort Myers. salaried staff attorney who will specialize in the dynamics of domestic violence, sexual As part of the 35th anniversary, the assault and stalking. A grant of $60,000 was awarded to The Foundation for Lee theme of this year’s event will celebrate County Public Schools to implement a two-year, anti-bullying project in partnership the community foundation’s trust, strength, with the Kleist Health Education Center and the Lee County School District. longevity and good stewardship. Southwest Florida Community Foundation is celebrating its 35th year of supporting A reception will kick-off at 5:30 p.m. the communities of Lee, Charlotte, Glades, Hendry and Collier counties. With assets of with live entertainment and hors d’oeuvres more than $60 million, the community foundation has provided more than $49 mil- followed by a presentation of the 2011 lion in grants and scholarships to the communities it serves. John W. Sheppard Award, Owen’s address The event is free and by invitation only. For more information, call 274-5900 or and a special surprise announcement. visit www.floridacommunity.com. “We will look back at the past three decades and how far we have come from our first $500,” said Owen. “Core values have been the cornerstone of the founda- tion’s success, and we will also look at where the next 35 years will take us.” Sarah Owen “We are very excited that coupled with our 35th anniversary, we will celebrate our next chapter under the new leadership of CATS & DOGS Sarah Owen,” said Dawn-Marie Driscoll, community foundation board chair. “Sarah has a devotion to meeting the future needs of Southwest Florida. Our donors and sup- porters are looking forward to working with her to move the community foundation toward continued growth.” The John W. Sheppard Award is given annually to an outstanding individual who has given selfless dedication to humanity and made significant contributions to SWFLCF. Past recipients include John Sheppard, David Lucas, Peter Kleist, Arnold 32 THE RIVER - OCTOBER 21, 2011 DID YOU KNOW TRIVIA TEST SPORTS QUIZ 1. MUSIC: What was the name of the 1987 song and the movie starring Madonna? 1. In 2010, Carlos Gonzalez became the 5th Colorado Rockies player to win an N.L. batting 2. WEATHER: What are the “sirocco,” “mistral” and “Chinook”? title. Name two of the fi rst four to do it. 3. MEASUREMENTS: A triennial event occurs how often? 2. Name the last major-league team to hit .300 or better for a season. 4. MOVIES: Who was the Oscar-winning director of the The Silence of the Lambs? 3. Which college football team, entering 2011, had a longer streak of double-digit-win seasons: 5. LANGUAGE: What does the Greek prefi x Òcyto-Ó mean? Boise State or Virginia Tech? 6. COMICS: What famous comics character had a girlfriend named Dale Arden? 4. Who held the Boston Celtics record for assists in a season before Rajon Rondo set a new mark of 794 in 2009-10. 7. HISTORY: When did the USS Maine explode in Havana’s harbor, an event that 5. How many times have the Vancouver Canucks been in the Stanley Cup Finals? preceded the Spanish-American War? 6. By the time another driver (Cale Yarborough) had won the Daytona 500 a second time, how 8. LITERATURE: Henry David Thoreau’s famous Walden Pond is nearest to which many times had Richard Petty won it? town? 7. Of the past 12 Wimbledon women’s tennis singles fi nals (2000-2011), three were not won by 9. MYTHOLOGY: Who is the Norse goddess of love and fertility? either of the Williams sisters (Venus and Serena). Who won them? 10. GEOGRAPHY: Cork and Limerick are major cities of which nation?

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You would make a wonderful research • It was 19th-century American humorist the time to prepare for a career move com- scientist or an intrepid detective. Josh Billings who made the following sage ing up next month. Update your resume. Get observation: Don’t mistake pleasure for hap- those proposals in shape. And don’t forget to THIS WEEK IN HISTORY piness. They’re a different breed of dog. buff up that Bovine self-confidence. • Those who study such things say that GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Your • On Oct. 29, 1618, Sir Walter Raleigh, the immortal bard, William Shakespeare, Gemini instincts will guide you to the right English adventurer and favorite courtier of used a grand total of 17,677 words in his people who might be able to help you get Queen Elizabeth I, is beheaded in London, works. (That must have been a tedious calcu- over that career impasse that has been hold- under a sentence brought against him 15 lation.) They also say that fully one-tenth of ing you back. Expect to make changes. years earlier. He had been released to estab- those words had never been used in writing CANCER (June 21 to July 22) You’re lish a gold mine in South America. before. getting closer, but you still have a ways to go • On Oct. 27, 1873, an Illinois farmer • If you’re like the average American, before reaching your goals. Continue to stay named Joseph Glidden submits an appli- you eat approximately 10 pounds of choco- focused, no matter how difficult it can be for cation to the U.S. Patent Office for his late every year. the easily distracted Moon Child. design for a fencing wire with sharp barbs. • You might be surprised to learn that the LEO (July 23 to August 22) Your Glidden’s two-strand barb wire design first automobile insurance policy was sold Leonine pride might be keeping you from changed the face of the American West. way back in 1897. One Gilbert J. Loomis getting to the source of a disturbing situa- • On Oct. 28, 1886, President Grover of Dayton, Ohio, was evidently concerned tion. Don’t be shy about asking questions. Cleveland dedicates The Statue of Liberty, a about the potential damage that could be Remember: Information is power. gift of friendship from the people of France done by his newly acquired car, so he got VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) to the people of the United States, in New general liability protection in case driving his It’s a good time to shake up your tidy little York Harbor. Originally known as “Liberty car resulted in someone’s death or injury, or world by doing something spontaneous, like Enlightening the World,” the statue was to in case property was damaged. taking an unplanned trip or going on a mad commemorate the Franco-American alliance • High-quality opals can be more valu- shopping spree. during the American Revolution. able than diamonds. LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) • On Oct. 24, 1901, a 63-year-old school- • If you are of a certain age, you might This is a good week to get advice on your teacher named Annie Edson Taylor becomes remember that in the mid-1960s, root beer- plans. But don’t act on them until you feel the first person to take the plunge over flavored milk was available for purchase. sure that you’ve been told everything you Niagara Falls in a barrel. Taylor reached the Then again, you might not; the marketing need to know to support your move. shore alive, if a bit battered, 20 minutes after experiment was a flop and the product was SCORPIO (October 23 to November her journey began. pulled in short order. 21) Be careful. You might be probing just a • On Oct. 30, 1938, Orson Welles causes • When people who are blind from birth little too deeply into a situation that you find a nationwide panic with his broadcast of dream, they don’t see images; instead, they singularly suspicious. The facts you seek will “War of the Worlds” -- a realistic radio dra- hear and feel the dream. For this reason, it’s begin to emerge at a later time. matization of a Martian invasion of Earth. said that their dreams can seem much more SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to The radio hoax included an announcement of real. Those who become blind later in life do December 21) This is a good week to make a large meteor crash in New Jersey and the see images in their dreams, but the images new friends and to look for new career chal- annihilation of 7,000 National Guardsmen. fade the longer they live without sight. lenges. But first, get all those unfinished • On Oct. 25, 1944, during the Battle of • In the early 1900s, the average tasks wrapped up and out of the way. the Leyte Gulf, the Japanese deploy kami- American got about nine hours of sleep CAPRICORN (December 22 to January kaze suicide bombers against U.S. warships every night. 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