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PHOTO BY CAROL ORR HARTMAN Sailors at last year's Junior Sailing Camp at the Captiva Island Yacht Club don't just learn how to sail, but how to properly handle a kayak. They can also become certified in power boat safety. Registration is now open for this year's camp.

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• _ F.I.S.H. Upcoming June Workshops OPErt FROM 11 AM. HIDHIOHT - Open to all Islanders Special to the ISLANDER LUHCH P1HHER&LATE MIGHT FISH of Sanibel (Friends In Service Here) is pleased to announce upcoming free work- shops for the month of June as follows: SANIBEL Mom and Toddlers Group Open to All Islanders I June 4 and June 18 from 10 to 11 a.m. - The Island Mom's Group will meet at the FISH Walk-In Center. All island moms of children birth though age 5 are welcome either alone or with their children. It is a time for fun, refreshments, learning, and sharing with other moms and their children. This group is sponsored by FISH, Healthy Start of Lee County, and the United Way of Lee County.

Medicare, Medicaid and Health Insurance Questions Open to All Islanders June 27 from 10 a.m. to noon - FISH will be sponsoring a SHINE Workshop at the FISH Walk In Center. SHINE is a free program offered by the Department of Elder Affairs in part- nership with the local Area Agency on Aging. Jo Marshall, a specially trained SHINE volun- teer has over ten years of experience assisting with your Medicare, Medicaid, and health insur- \ riiEiC - ance questions by providing education, a group question time, and time to answer questions on an individual basis as well. SHINE services are free, Glass of House Wine, Af |#flu unbiased, and confidential. To sign up or to request more information please call Christine at the FISH Walk • I Domestic Draft or or J? " SaniM In Center at 472-4775. Well Drink! Lime Pie, Captiva islander Valid for Lunch 11am-4pm. With Purchase of Entree. Expires 6/30/12.lslander island Budgeting Workshop June 21 from 10 a.m. to noon - FISH will be spon- soring a Budgeting Workshop at the FISH Walk In JOIN US FOR HAPPY HOUR (USPS 481-400) Center. Facilitated by Celia Hill. Home Economist for 2340 Periwinkle Way the Lee County Home Extension, this workshop pro- Sanibel, FL 33957 vides the basic tools for everyone who would like to 3pm-6pm & 10pm-Midnight Phone: (239) 472-1587 evaluate their current budget to make changes for better Fax: (239) 472-8398 money management and successful budgeting. 1523 Periwinkle Way • Sanibel Island Web: capiivasanibel.com Publisher About F.I.S.H. Scott Blonde F.I.S.H of Sanibel, Inc. is a non-profit, staffed by vol- 239.472.7770 unteer organization, assisting Sanibel and Captiva [email protected] islanders and visitors with a wide range of services. For www.thefishliouserestaurants.com Senior Editor more than 30 years FISH has been a "neighbor helping Jim Linette neighbors" by offering a range of human services including: [email protected] Your Island Store for • Daily hot meals program Editor • Emergency financial assistance Groceries • Organic Groceries Shannen Hayes • Food pantry Fresh Produce [email protected] • In-home visitation • Health care referralservic e Queenies Homemade Ice Cream Advertising Sales • Person-to-person telephone calls Beer and Hand Selected Wines Danielle Papoi • Non-emergency transport on and off the Island Greeting Cards • Cigars dpapoi@ breezenewspapers. com • Temporary loan of health equipment • Hurricane preparedness information Fully Stocked Liquor Store Design & Layout F.I.S.H. relieso n community support to fund all pro- Susan Wilhclm grams and accepts unopened, unexpired food items swilhelm @breezenewspapers. com which are delivered directly to island families in need. The Walk-in-Center is located at 1630 Periwinkle Way, ^osedueruo; Classifieds and Subscriptions Unit B, Sanibel (next to Pfeiffer Realty Group) and is Shirlene Grasgreen open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Purchase sgrasgreen @ breezenewspapers. com F.I.S.H. can be contacted on 239-472 4775. Jose Cuervo Tequila Subscriptions Rosenblum Cellars 1 year, $40 (Continental USA) Library sets June Wines 1.75 Liter 1 year, $95 (Canada) and get Jose Cuervo Original Circulation 27 book discussion Reg. $12.95 Margarita Mix 1.75 liter for 1c. (239) 472-1587 Readers are invited to discuss Hotel on the mh This Coupon. ValM 6/1 - 6/7 With This Coupon. Valid 6/1 - 6/7 J — _ — • HOT BMWu-iMMNl Classified Advertising Corner of Bitter and Sweet, by Jamie Ford, the focus j[239) 472-5186 of the Wednesday, June 27, book discussion meet- Display Advertising ing at the Sanibel Public Library. One of the largest wine selections in the area (239) 472-5186 There is no charge to attend the meeting which is open to the public. The discussion begins at 2 p.m. with over 200 wines available. The Islander and Island Reporter in the meeting room (#4) across from the elevator. are published every Friday Carole Fallon will lead the discussion. About the book: When artifacts from Japanese Customer service hour*, are Monday families sent to internment camps during World War through Friday, 8:30 a.m. lo 5 p.m.. except II are uncovered during renovations at a Seattle Yfctlitaiflta* major holidays. Letters to the editor must be typed or. hotel, Henry Lee embarks on a quest that leads to 11500 Andy Rosse Lane, Captiva handprinted. Your name and phone number memories of growing up Chinese in a city rife with must be affixed to the copy. anti-Japanese sentiment. In the event of an advertising error, we 472-2374 are responsible only for the first incorrect The books featured for book group discussions Sun - Thurs 8am - 6pm • Fri & Sat 8am - 8pm insertion of the ad itself. We are not respon- are available and located in the library near the ref- sible for any credit or reimbursement after erence desk. While it is preferable to having read the 30 days from publication. Postal Information: Bulk postage is book to be able to join in the lively discussion, all are paid at the Ft Myers Post Office. Send welcome. address changes lo the Sanibel Captiva Call the library at 472-2483 with questions. Islander. P.O. Box. 56. Sanibel. FL 33957. 2s 70 25th Edition of San-Cap Nature Calendar has been published for 2013 n By SHANNEN HAYES useful, but also promotes wildlife con- (SI [email protected] servation through interest, information With roseate spoonbills featured on The 2013 Sanibel-Captiva Jfature Calendar and education." its front cover, center fold and rear cover Sold only in Southwest Florida, the the 25th edition of The Sanibel-Captiva nature calendar continues to set the stan- I7T Nature Calendar pays tribute to Sanibel's dard for other calendar publishers by © being the first to include the full-featured birds. Recently published for 2013, this T! calendar is dedicated to promoting con- narratives by experienced nature writers n servation and preservation of the local and help support local and regional con- EL' as natural environment. servation organizations, including Clinic "A quarter century of publishing this for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife (CROW), Sanibel Captiva Conservation c calendar has been pure pleasure thanks to jsv s the support of all the people on Sanibel Foundation (SCCF) and the "Ding" n and all those who loye these very special * T- m Darling Wildlife Society-Friends barrier islands," said Publisher Jim (DDWS). Since its initial publication in K) Fowler. October 19.89, the calendar has generat- K» This edition of the calendar features A ed more than $17,000 in donations. the work of some of Sanibel's best "During the past 25 years there have surfing dolphins just exciting photo narratives by islanders ues to be my goal each year to publish a printing press once then on to the land- off island appear in the calendar. Betty Anholt and Jim Griffith and former calendar that not only is beautiful and fill. Now the paper will be reused.

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ZT. June 4 to/ Junior Golf Camp June 12,19,26 •• 3 from 9:00am to 12:30pm. For golfers The History of the United States age 7 to 15 years old. Directed by through 1815 from 10:00am to 11:30am. Assistant PGA Professional John Professor Adrian Kerr is back with us to take a Alfuth, Teaching Professional Steve comprehensive look at the span of American history Pereira, and supervised by PGA Golf Professional, Michael Raber. through 1815. It starts with the original people who ^tffj The program will review all aspects of the game. The cost is $100 settled in North America and takes us through 1 for camp. It is recommended that participants have their own golf the end of the War of 1812. Tickets are $10. clubs and pull cart. Call (239) 433-9790 to reserve your place. The Academy Call (239) 489-8472 to reserve your place. afltfzlongLearnmg ^ i AT SHELL POINT 5-' June 12 Session 1, 2•. O' June 5.13.19&27 The Colonization •§ Discover Shell Point Tour from 10:00am to 11:30am. ft BS & Presentation at 10:00am. Join us for a group presentation June 19 Session 2, m 8MM about the Lifestyle and Lifecare The Road to Independence a. available at Shell Point followed by a narrated bus tour jjjtk. from 10:00am to 11:30am. of the community. Light refreshments will be provided. Call (239) 466-1131 or 1-800-780-1131 for reservations.^^ June 26 Session 3, How % The New Nation Emerged from io-.ooam to ii :30am. The Springs Assisted Living Grand Opening June 15 Shell Point announces the 3 Divas & The Dons at 7:30pm. grand opening of its newest One of Sarasota's most popular assisted living residence. Join ensembles, the group is comprised of us for a free tour of our new month-to-month private pay assisted vocalists and instrumentalists. Their eclectic repertoire covers a living facility, The Springs. This opportunity gives you the flexibility broad spectrum of compositions ranging from opera to Broadway, to experience Shell Point's assisted living services on your terms. folk, patriotic, and the American songbook. Tickets are $15. Whether you are looking for a short term stay or a place to truly To purchase tickets visit www.shellpoint.org/concerts or call call home, we have the perfect option for you. To schedule a (239) 454-2067. Your Tickets will be ayailable before the show at tour or to request a brochure, call 239-454-2077 today! Will Call in the auditorium lobby.

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Center 4 Life Tarpon Bay Explorers The Center 4*Life is located at 2410 Library Way. For more information, call 472-5743. in the J.N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge Tarpon Bay Explorers is the licensed concessionaire of the J.N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge, providing low impact recreational and edu- 8 a.m. - Power Hour Fitness: Tuesday and Thursday cational opportunities to the public under contract with the U.S. Fish & Wildlife 9 a.ra. - Happy to be Fit for Life: Monday, Wednesday, Friday Service. This class is a combination of the Happy Hour & Essential Total Fitness held during • Aquarium and Touch Tank: Get to know our local marine life during season. It will help keep your heart, lungs and muscles strong and your brain fit with an interactive touch tank presentation with a marine biologist. Discover first-hand a combination of aerobics and muscle conditioning exercises. the creatures beneath the surface, including conchs, sea urchins, seastars, horse- 9:30 a.m. - Essential Total Fitness: Monday, Wednesday and Friday. shoe crabs and more. Presentations are daily at 11 a.m., 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. 9:30 a.m. — Yoga: Tuesday and Thursday. Gentle Yoga is designed to stretch, tone and • Kayak Trail Tour: A great introduction to Tarpon Bay and the coastal strengthen the body while improving flexibility, proper alignment and circulation. Class environment. Kayak with a naturalist through the mangrove forest along the exercises make use of chairs and mats in order to meet the needs of varying experience lev- Commodore Creek water trail. Leam about the richback-ba y ecosystem and the els. wildlife that lives there. You'll be surrounded by red mangroves, wading birds, The above classes are tree for Rec Center members, or $3.50 per class for Island Seniors, and unsurpassed peace and quiet. All ages and skill levels welcome. Tour times Inc. members and $6 per class without any membership. Please bring your Rec Center mem- are 8:30 a.m„ 10 a.m., 11:30 a.m. or 1 p.m. bership card to the class to participate. Island Seniors, Inc. annual membership is $20. • Sunset Rookery Paddle: As the sun goes down, paddle to the Rookery 12:30 p.m. - Bridge For Fun: Monday and Wednesday Islands and see hundreds of birds return to roost for the night. The paddle lasts 12:30 p.m. - Hand & Foot: Tuesday 2 and a half hours. 12:30 p.m. - Mah Jongg and Mexican Train: Thursday • Nature and Sealife Cruise: See wildlife up close while cruising the tranquil waters of Tarpon Bay during Nature and Sea Life Cruises. With a nat- uralist by your side, discover manatees and dolphins and observe amazing bird Leisure Lunchers life on the rookery islands. And don't forget the popular breakfast and evening Enjoy a day of leisure shopping and lunch at some of the areas best thrift and con- cruises, toor' signment shops. On June 20, a group will head to Stir Crazy in Bonita Springs for lunch. • Refuge Tour: Join a naturalist aboard an open-air tram for a tour of On July 17, it will be Connor's Steak House, in the Gulf Coast Town Center. Both events Wildlife Drive at J. D. 'Ding' Darling through the heart of the refuge. The tram are at 11:30 a.m. departs from 1 Wildlife Drive, the main entrance to the Refuge on Sanibel-Captiva Road. The tram tour lasts 90 minutes and embarks daily except on Fridays. Tarpon Bay Explorers is located at 900 Tarpon Bay Road on Sanibel. Bea Pappas For days, times and to make a reservation, call 472-8900. If you are looking for a creative outlet this summer, join artist Bea Pappas from 12:30 to 3 p.m. each Friday beginning June 1. It's $20 per session for Island Seniors, Inc. mem- bers and $25 for non-members. Class runs through Aug. 31 Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation Tuesday Kayaking 3333 Sanibel-Captiva Rd., Phone: 239-472-2329 This outing is perfect for people who love the outdoors. There is space for 16 people on the eight two-person kayaks and unlimited space for those with their own kayak. The Turtle Tracks: Every other Thursday at 10 a.m. two leaders for each outing determine the location. Leaders pay no fees and reserve the Meet at the Nature Center for a trip to a beach. Cost for this program is Free right to change the 8:30 a.m. meeting time. All participants, including those with personal to members and children, $5 for nonmembers, beach parking fee $2/hour. Leam kayaks, must meet at Center 4 Life unless an off-island launch is scheduled. The Center about the cycles and habits of the sea turtles that nest on our beaches, as well as other local marine life. For questions about the Turtle Tracks program or our Sea will also supply paddles and life jackets. Cost for the trip is $5 for Island Seniors, Inc. Turtle Research Program, call the SCCF's Nature Center at 472-2329. members and $10 for non-members per trip. Payment must be made when signing up. Tuesday Kayaking dates are June 5, June 19, July 10 and 24.

Adventures In Paradise Cruises Sanibel Island Marina Departing from "G" dock at Port Sanibel Marina, Phone: 472-8443 634 Yachtsman Drive, Phone: 239-472-2723 • Shelling & Lunch Excursion: Shell the barrier islands and stop for lunch Sanibel Marina is located at 634 Yachtsman Drive on Sanibel Island between the Causeway and at Barnacle Phil's. Complimentary chairs, umbrellas and floats. Departs at 9 Lighthouse off Periwinkle Drive. Owned and operated by Myton Ireland since 1985, it is open from a.m. Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday. 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily. Call 239-472-2723 for times and reservationso n any of the following sched- • Backwater Fishing Cruise: All fishing equipment, bait, tackle and license uled cruises: will be provided. Departs at 9 a.m. daily. • Stars and Stripes- Enjoy the waters ofhistoric Sanibel and the Pirie Island Sound while on a • Morning Dolphin & Wildlife Cruise: A great way to start your day! sightseeing adventure. Travel from the Sanibel Lighthouse to the Back Bay Wildlife areas. View Complimentary pastries, coffee and orange juice. Departs at 10 a.m. Monday, Dolphin and Exotic Wildlife. Departs at 11 a.m, 1 p.m., 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. Available for private Wednesday and Friday. bookings. Reservations required at (239) 472-2531 • Sealife Encounter: See puffer fish, seahorse and starfish! Florida Gulf • Sanibel Thriller- Cruise the waters of the Gulf of Mexico and Pine Island Sound circumnavi- Coast University marine biologist on board for netting, observing, and hands on gating the Worlds most prestigious Barrier Islands. During the narrated tour you will see wildlife such fun & education. Departs at 12:30 p.m. daily. as Dolphins and Exotic Birdlife as well as the Historic Sanibel Lighthouse. Voted the best tour on the • Sunset Dolphin & Wildlife Cruise: Enjoy a romantic sunset, watch dol- Islands, "A must do when visiting the Islands" Reservations are requireda t (239) 472-2328 phins, and experience the birds coming in to roost at nigh't in remote sanctuary • Rental Boats- Fish, Picnic, or sight seeing aboard 20 foot Regal deckboats, fishing boats avail- islands. Complimentary soft drinks and water. Departs at 5 p.m. able. Boats include all safety equipment. Reserve a boat at (239) 472 2531. Complimentary trolley pick ups are available by reservation. Call • Pro-Fishing Guides- All equipment and license provided, Backwater and Tarpon fishingavail - Adventures in Paradise at 472-8443 to make reservations or get further infor- able Book at (239) 472-2723. mation. www.AdventuresInParadise.com. The Week Ahead and Beyond 15 31 Business Lunch Sounds Like Summer Planes, Boats, Trains Hosted at Sea Star Cafe at the Sanibel Inn, 937 The 3 Divas & The Dons perform at 7:30 p.m. at Shell Take a trip to Useppa Island with Captiva Cruises at 10 a.m. departing E. Gulf Drive. The speaker will be Sawyer Point as part of the summer concert series. One of from McCarthy's Marina on Captiva. During the visit, dine at Collier Inn Smith, BP Oil damage recovery.Cos t is $15 Sarasota's most popular ensembles. The 3 Divas and (at your expense) and tour the history museum. The price of the trip for for reservations on or before 2 pm June 8 or The Dons is known for presenting exciting programs of Island Seniors, Inc. members will be $25 and non-members will be $35. $25 at the door. Member and guests only. varied musical styles. Visit shellpoint.org to purchase Sign up and pay at the Center 4 Life or mail reservations and money. Make reservations by calling 472-1080 ext tickets, which cost $16 per concert, or for more infor- 230 or email [email protected]. mation. ft sC

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Jacaranda The Wildfire The Wildfire 1223 Periwinkle Way Jamaica "Dave" & Co. Renala David & Cindy Buckeyc Ken 2 Hot Blues Band Blues Band 472-1771

Crow's Nest Dianne Russell Dianne Russell 15951 Captiva Dr. Crab Races Taylor Stokes Tfcylor Stokes Crab Races Band Band - 472-5161 Sieve McDugal, Royce Allgood, Steve McDugal, Royce Allgood, RC Otter's Sam Felker, Noon-5pm Royce Allgood, Sam Felker. Noon-5pm Noon-5pm Noon-5pm Noon-5pm Noon-5pm 11596 Andy Rosse Lane Geo, 6-I0pm Noon-5pm and 6-10pm Pat McCune, 6-10pm 395-1142 " Frank Thomson, 6-10pm Pat McCune, 6-10pm Pat McCune, 6-10pm Pal McCune. 6-10pm Chris Workman, Keylinie Bistro Sam Felker, Noon-5 pm Mark Vee, Noon-5pm Paul Rosmus. Noon-5pm Mark Vee, Noon-5pm Pete Beard, Noon-5pm Frank Thomson. 11509 Andy Rosse Lane Noon-5pm W5 Mitch Mitchcm, 6-10pm David Johnson, 6-10pm Frank Thomson, 6-10pm Gary & Kerry. 6-10pm David Johnson, 6-10pm Noon-5pm and 6- 10pm M 395-4000 Pat McCune, 6-10pm 3 cr The Island Cow 2163 Periwinkle Way Dan Confrey Diana Lynn Buckeye Ken Nightly 6-9:30pm &h T3 The Mucky Duck sr. Buckeye Ken Gene Federico Mark Dupuj» Rich Lancaster Dan Confrey < Andy Rosse Lane Gene Fedenco BS 5-9pm/472-3434 — Traders ST Danny Morgan Danny Morgan 3 1551 Periwinkle Way - Chris Workman a. & Friends & Friends n Tues. & Thurs. 8- 11pm 1 Blue Giraffe 2075 Periwinkle Way Gessiey Reed 472-2525

Danny Morgan John McLane, Coconuts Poolside • Casa Ybel Resort Danny Morgan 2255 W.Gulf Drive Thistle Lodge Coconuts Poolside 472-9200 Dining Room • Dan Tlidor ThisUe Lodge

Sweet Melissa's Michael David, Michael David, Michael David, Michael David, 1625 Periwinkle Way Lighr acoustic Light acoustic Light acoustic Light acoustic 472-1956 jazz guitar jazz guitar jazz guitar jazz guitar The Stone Crab 2761 W. Gulf Drive Slow Deal Slow Deal Steve Reynolds Gene Federico 472-0305 II Celio 1244 Periwinkle Way Dan Tudor Gary Duke Earle 472-5555

George & Wendy's 0 Seafood Grille Anthony Wayne Jqhn Mameli Robbie Hutto Karaoke 2499 Periwinkle Way 395-1263 4 Traditions Joe McCormick Joe McCormick & Father Al On The Beach Joe McCormick Joe McCormick Woody Brubaker Joe McCormick 3111 W.Gulf Drive & Barbara Smith Marvilla Marzan & Jazz Congregation 472-4559

Sea Star Cafe & Bar Jay Heavilin & Friends, 937 E. Gulf Drive jazz, 6-9pm 579-0195 - Sharky's Restaurant & Billiards Jay Heavilin & Friends, * 1451 M.Gulf Drive jazz,7-IOpm - 395-6014 00 S cu ^mmder ® CALENDAR Report your news to CAPTIVASANIBEL.COM

c NEW I'A I I EN I s Island Worship • Bat Yam Temple of the Islands Assoc. Pastor Meets at the Sanibel Congregational Sunday worship services: 7:45 a.m., C3 Senior Speei Church, 2050 Periwinkle Way Chapel; 10 a.m. Full Service with Sunday *C 239-472-0177 School and Nursery Care provided u. Save ON or [email protected] Elevator access COM $3Q EYECLASSESI Shabbat Services, Fridays, 8 p.m. • St. Isabel Catholic Church (One Pair) 3559 Sanibel-Captiva Road, Sanibel, EXAM • Captiva Chapel by the Sea 472-2763 on any complete pair of COMPLETE MEDICAL EYE EXAM I 1580 Chapin Lane Saturday Vigil, 5 p.m.; Sunday Mass, Includes prescription for eye glasses (frame and lenses)! The Rev. Thomas E. Nyman 8:30 a.m. and glasses, and tests for cataracts, Coupon must be presented at time Nov 13, 2011-April 22, 2012, 10:30 a.m.; Daily Mass, Wednesday, glaucoma and other eye diseases.l of purchase. Not valid with other Sunday 11 a.m. coupons, discounts, package Thursday and Offer applies to new patients offers, sale items, promotional 59 years and older. offers, most insurance programs or • First Church-Christ Scientist Friday, 8:30 a.m.; Communion non-prescriptjon sunglasses. Service, Monday and FOR AN APPOINTMENT OVLL $150 minimum purchase. 2950 West Gulf Drive, Sanibel, Tuesday, 8:30 a.m. Fort Myers Cape Coral Fort Myers Cape Coral 472-8684 466-2020 458-5800 466-2020 458-5800 • Coupon Expires b/1fe/1 2 Coupon l.xpirt's ()/l (i/l A BZOO J Sundays, 10:30 a.m. and Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m. • St. Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church O Specialized Eye Care for Older Adults • Sanibel Community Church 2304 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, u 1740 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, 472-2173 472-2684 Saturday Service, 5 p.m. 'E Sunday Worship Hours; Traditional Sundays at 9:30 a.m. 68 Service with Wednesdays at 9 a.m. and the 1st t/J eg Communion, 7:45 a.m.; Wednesday of the month at 6 p.m. > '<3 Contemporary Service Followed by a pot luck supper at 6:30 O. with kid's- church, 9 a.m.; p.m. ues Fellowship in courtyard, MarCk liebetreu O.D. |im« CimpMI, 0.D, Thorn* A. Quigln. M.D. CbraYi,0.0. fames D. Cole, M.O. Mkfutl M. tnm, W.D, Board Certified Board Certified Board Certified Board Certified Bond Certified Board Certified10:15 a.m.; Adult and Youth • Unitarian Universalists of the Optometry Physician Optometry Ptnsician [>r Surgeon Opumetric Phrsician Cataract &Sunda Retinay . Schoo[ftPtrrsician&Suqjtanl Islands Ourart Specialist Surgeon Fetkmihip Trained classes,' 10:45 a.m.; Traditional 2050 Periwinkle Way, 433-4901 Service with choir, (Sanibel Congregational Church), Fort Myers "Experience and Care Lehigh Acres II a.m. Childcare available at all (Ruth Iyengar, ryil39<£>aol.com) 6091 S. Pointe Blvd. 5220 Lee Blvd., Bldg. 9 services Service on first Sundays of the "O You Can Trust" month, December through April, c 466-2020 368-3838 es • Sanibel Congregational United 5 p.m. Potluck Supper on third 3 Cape Coral Eye Bonita Springs Church of Christ Sundays of the month,'December J138 Country Club Blvd. 3940 Via Del Rey 2050 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, es through April, at a member's home. > 458-5800 ealth 992-5666 472-0497 ••a www.doctorquigley.com The Rev. Dr. John H. Danner, a Offer does not apply to Advanttca Managed Insurance Plans including Freedom, Optimum aifd some Universal. es SO KDDOf CHARGES: b J» ow MM HOI (he runer* mi •>« ORTW pqvi 'OMNIN, it*JMYIICTK» ngfci m RRFWC lo fuj. NTD pairKM or he /OARTWNAL aatmrm o» my ortrn WIW, Sr. Pastor; The Rev. Deborah Kunkel, CtMSurvnif tuncn pcrtunwJ*.fcwET.l aWmthkiTltewioOc^aida^toihe JwKicdMlft* A c l^faWteorrcdowf ITciWa*"< w U• 13 -C c 0HtV U„e Bailey-Matthews es CZ3 Shell Museum

The Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum is home to more than 35 exhibits consisting of thousands of shell and mollusk specimens and a library. A great place for visitors with an interest jn shelling. Located at 3075 Sanibel-Captiva Road, the Shell Museum is open YOLO daily from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. For more information about the museum and its programs, call 239-395-2233, or visit www.shellmuseum.org.

• Live Tank Demonstration: See live mollusks up close-watch a fighting conch use its foot for loco- motion; see a lightning whelk slam shut its trap door Waverunners-Parasailing-Yamaha Scooters-Bicycles-Beach Chairs 81 Umbrellas-Sailboats for protection; or view scallops as they zip across the Skimboards-SUPs-Golf Carts-Banana Boat Rides-Scoot Coupes-Cayo Costa WR Tours tank with jet propulsion skills. Every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday from 2:30-3:30 p.m. No-See-Om Repellent-Sunglasses-Freestyle & Momentum Watches-YOLO Gear-GoPro HD Free with museum admission: Sector 9-Arbor-Kahuna-Dregs-Gravity & Krown Longboards-Kahuna Big Stick-Beach Accessories-Indo Boards-Slackline-Kids Clothing-Waboba-Zap Skimboards-Cool Hats • Shelling 101:-Everything you wanted to know about shells and shell makers, but were afraid to ask- learn how to find, clean and pack shells for safe trav- el. Mondays and Tuesdays from 2:30-3 p.m. Free YOLO Watersports, Inc. with museum admission. 11534 Andy Rosse Lane Captiva Island 239.472.9656 239.472.1296 YOLOWatersports.com [email protected] • Walk The Beach With The Experts: Free fam- ily beach walks. A Shell Museum docent will teach you how to find and identify shells. Learn what mol- y lusks eat, how they move, and the environments they live in. Participants will meet at Algiers Beach/Gulfside Park on Sanibel on the last Tuesday Report your news to THE ISLAND REPORTER: of the month at 9 a.m. (Next walk is May 29). The walk will last about an hour. Program is free; beach captivasanibel.com * parking fees will apply.

V In English Only Pets of the Week In English Only should one express Love for America and its success. Brandy In Classic Latin or Greek of old Brandy, a 2. years old Hound mix, is a great companion America's story can 7 be told, dog and would be a terrific addition to your family. Brandy E pluribus unum has been excessed! loves other dogs, people, and the great outdoors. A sturdy hound mix who will adapt quite well to an active lifestyle. In God We Trust will guard and bless Free (regularly $50) during Animal Services Construction America with His Largesse: Special! His ID No: 530924. Our motto stamped with letters hold In English Only. Lucy My cousins spoke no English but I guess Lucy, a 2 year old domestic short hair, has been at the They still could fight for old U.S. shelter since December! That's a long time to wait for your On foreign soils, their bodies cold, forever home. If you visit me, I'm sure you will fall in love Far from their isle of blue and gold — with her. Lucy has a silky-smooth, shiny coat and loves to The telegrams told us of their deaths give attention as much as she enjoys getting attention. Luch In English Only. is easily entertained especially with one of those sticks with feathers on the end. Lucy loves other cats so she would fit (Dedicated to the right into a multi-cat home. Purr-ty please, give her a Brandy "Borinqueneers," chance. Free (regularly $75) during Animal Services members of the 65th Construction Special! Her ID No: 524647. Infantry Regiment, US Army, Puerto Rico. The 65th, com- All adoptions include spay/neuter surgery, age-appropriate prised primarily of vaccinations, rabies vaccination & county license if 3 months or Puerto Ricans, began older, flea treatment, worming, heartworm test for dogs 6 months as a volunteer regiment & over, feline aids & leukemia test for cats, training DVD, 10 in 1899 and participat- day health guarantee, and a bag of Science Diet pet food. The ed in WWI and WWII. adoption package is valued at $500. It was during the For information about this week's pets, call 533-7387 (LEE- Korean War, that they PETS) or log on to Animal Services' website at made their mark and www.LeeLostPets.com. When calling, please refer to the ani- Joe Pacheco saw extensive combat. mal's ID number. The website updates every hour so you will In 1956, Congress be able to see if these or any other pets are still available. Poetic established "In- God The shelter is open for adoptions from 11:30 am to 3:30 pm We Trust" as the offi- Monday thrQugh Saturday. The Shelter is located at 5600 License cial US motto, replac- Banner Drive, Fort Myers, next to the Lee County Sheriffs ing'^ pluribus unum." Office, off Six Mile Cypress Pkwy. Lucy

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www.captiyasanibeLcom SantieC Captiva ISLAND HOME Report your news to CAPTIVASANIBEL.COM 'Ding' Darling brings back summer family programs Special to the ISLANDER nature wicounters. Meet in the Education School's out, but the learning goes on Lab. all summer long at the J.J. "Ding" Darling • Indigo Trail Hike: Every Tuesday at National Wildlife Refuge on Sanibel 10 a.m. Join refuge naturalists as they lead Island. a one-hour tour identifying and discussing Five free, fun programs are designed the ecosystem's plants, animals, birds, and especially for families mean kids absorb reptiles - fun for adults and children alike. educational enrichment without even real- Bring water and bug spray. Meet at the izing they are learning. It all starts June 4 flagpole in front of the Education Center. and continues through Aug. 15. No pre- • Refuge Caravan Tour: Every registration is necessary. Wednesday and Saturday at 9:30 a.m.: The five programs are: Ride along on a car caravan tour of the • Natural Wonders: Every. refuge's Wildlife Drive. This 90-minufe Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday at 1 tour highlights the natural wonders of the p.m. What makes a bird a bird? Why is a unique mangrove ecosystem and the manatee called a "sea cow?" Is it a croco- wildlife that call it home. Meet at the flag- dile or alligator? Find the answers to these pole in front of the Education Center. questions and more as you join a natural- • Family Beach Walk: Every ist in exploring the refuge's unique Thursday at 9 a.m. Back by popular ecosystem. Geared for adults and children, demand and in partnership with the this 30-minute program meets in the Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum, the pro- Education Center Lab. gram convenes at Gulfside Park for a one- • Reading at the Refuge: Every hour exploration of the refuge's gulf-front Monday and Friday at 11 a.m. Attendees Perry Tract'. (City parking fees apply.) of each 45-minute reading-and-crafts ses- For more information on the refuge sion will receive a free Nature Journal summer programs, call (239) 472-1100 PHOTO PROVIDED (one to each child) in which to record their or visit www.dingdarlingsociety.org. 'Ding' Darling Wildlife Refuge and the Shell Museum team up for Thursday impressions of their refuge visit and future Beach Walks.

Community Players asking for props The Big Arts Community Players are now is rehearsal for their upcoming production of Neil Simon's "The Star Spangled Girl" starting on July 5th. PHOTO PROVIDED The prop master is looking for several props for the The summer arts camp returns for its 24th year at the Lee County Alliance for the Arts. show. If you have any of the items listed below and will- ing let the CP borrow them for this production call Shirley Jewell 337-1099. Popular summer arts camp starts June 4 • High bar type table, high and long enough to fit two bar stools with two people at it. Special to the Islander "Unicorns, Dragons & Robots." This year's camp fea- • Two matching director chairs. Time is running out to register your child for the tures a new creative station for visual and performing • Cube (modern) end table to go between the director 24th annual Alliance for the Arts summer arts camp. arts, and a new prop & set design element. chairs. This camp is a great way for kids to engage in the arts The camp begins June 4 at the Alliance for the Arts, • Small two-seat couch and have a blast while they're doing it. located at 1009J McGregor Boulevard, Fort Myers. • A tall 4-drawer filing cabinet (any color) Eight thenied weeks give first through sixth graders There is no camp the week of July 4. • Desk. A one person desk ... with or without draw- the opportunity to create, explore and discover the The cost is $150 per week for Alliance members, ers. We can use a regular height table if necessary but it visual and performing arts in a fun and interactive envi- $195 for non-members. Early dropoff is available has to be rectangular ronment. at 8 a.m„ and late pick up until 5 p.m. Space is limit- • One Coffee Table (not light colored or Florida like) Weekly themes include "Pirates, Parrots & ed. Contact Jamie Golob at [email protected] or • One wall mirror Treasure." "Buggin' Out: Spiders & Butterflies," and call (239) 939-2787 for more information. • One bulletin board • Ukelele (can be a toy one) t Junior Sailing Camp returns to Captiva Island Yacht Club

By SHANNEN HAYES 2. [email protected] a. a Learn how to sail a boat single-handed or how to << properly handle a kayak. Become certified in power Boat safety if you choose. But mostly leam about the fun and excitement of sailing during the third season of Junior Sailing Camp at the Captiva > Island Yacht Club. "The opportunity to leam to sail, on their own, here on Sanibel-Captiva is a skill that will stick with them for life," said Lauren Davies. "Being on the wa'ter and challenging them to perform the skills that are taught is very rewarding." This program is open to children ages 8 to 18 and of all experience levels. The only qualification for participation is successful completion of a swim test - 50 yard swim, tread water, put on a personal floatation device in the water and swim back 50 yards wearing the PFD. "This is the first year that the yacht club is pro- viding its own instructor and defining its own cur- riculum," said Chris Heidrick. "It is also the first year we are offering beginner and advanced class- es. We're excited about the opportunity to tailor the program to the needs and interests of the kids enrolled in each session." The first of two sessions will be July 9-20 and is geared towards the beginning sailor. The second session, which runs from July 16-27, will be geared towards the sailors who have bad an intro- duction to sailing and want to learn more about rac- ing and tuning the boat for speed. "It isn't a factor of difficulty," explained Davies about the difficulty of tuning a boat for speed. "It's a matter of experience and learning. Each boat and set of sails are different. Even the weight of the sailor, can make a difference for speed. Sail trim is the start of the process, but there are so many other factors that are learned over time." Each Friday will be "Fun Fridays" that include paddle boarding, kayaking and a sailing outing. At the conclusion of each session students will demon- stration their new sailing and marine skills during a "Parents and Friends Day" luncheon. The programs will be held at the CIYC, located next to Tween Waters Inn on Captiva Island. Drop off is between 8:45 and 9 a.m. with pickup at 4 p.m. each day. "Each of the past two years parents have told me about the noticeable increase in .their child's level of responsibility and self-reliance," said Heidrick. "In part, I think this is due to the immediate result Enrollment is a child sees and feels for each adjustment they now open for make as they sail their own boat. They quickly the Junior learn how to get themselves out of trouble. It's a Sailing Camp at crash course - no pun intended — in self-reliance." Captiva Island Yacht Club. Enrollment fees are $600 per two-week session or $300 per week. Each child will be assigned their own sailboat-- Optimist Pram, 420 or Laser - and their own kayak. However, each child will need to CAROL provide their own personal floatation device, ORR HARTMAN lunches, snacks, drinks, sunscreen, hat and water shoes, which can be swim shoes, sailing booties or Crocs. Davies said the most important thing a begin- ning sailor will learn is "patience is a virtue. Sailing isn't always a fast sport. You need to be patient and feel where the boat and the wind direct you. You are at the mercy of nature on a sailboat. I always compare sailing with the game of chess. You always plan a few moves ahead to reach your final destination." The CIYC is the organizer and sponsor of the program along with instructors from the Edison Sailing Center. Enrollment is limited, so enroll early to ensure selection of your preferred session. For enrollment forms or additional information on the Junior Sailing Camp, contact Davies at 239- 472-9672 or [email protected] or Heidrick at 239-579-0660 or [email protected]. Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner Shell Museum launches adopt-a-class effort Voted as a Special to the Islander The Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum cur- Top 5 Best rently is scheduling this academic year's field Breakfast in trips for,Lee County fourth grade students. Due to continued cutbacks in Lee County Florida By school budgets, sponsorships from individu- als and businesses are vital to the continua- Southern tion of the program. Since the inception of the Adopt-a-Class Living Program in 2003, the Museum has been able to provide group tours and a one-of-a kind educational experience to thousands of chil- PHOTO PROVIDED dren in Lee County. Adopt-a-Class creates Children attending last year's Shell the opportunity for fourth grade children, Museum Adopt-a-Class. including those from disadvantaged neigh- borhoods, to tour the Museum at no cost to Live Tank program where students encounter the school. Lee County teachers who have live marine mollusks. participated in previous Adopt-a-Class pro- The information given to fourth graders grams report the field trip as the "highlight" had been geared to match the science stan- of the school year for their fourth graders. dards for biological sciences, reading and While on a field trip to the Shell Museum, academic vocabulaiy building in the science fourth graders learn about mollusks, which content area. are soft-bodied invertebrates that make their With support from the community, own shell. The museum visit consists of a 25- Adopt-a-Class will continue to be a highly minute introductory film that covers mollusk successful educational outreach program for natural history and how these creatures fit 2012-2013. The full amount of contribu- into the ocean food web. tions to this program is 100. percent tax Students are then given four 15-minute deductible. Anyone who would like to help guided tours which include a hands-on shell sponsor the Adopt-a-Class effort should con- introduction in the learning laboratory, a tact Diane Thomas at dothomas@shellmuse- game area shell identification matching um.org. or call the museum.at 395-2233. game, the Great Hall of Shells tour, and the

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mm housing at shelter Special to the Islander "With summer vacations around the comer, Lee County Domestic Animal Services' families will have some extra time to transi- kennels will receive a long-overdue renova- tion their pet to its new home." tion beginning June 4. The renovationwil l All pets adopted still receive sterilization, create a healthier environment for the ani- age appropriate vaccinations, county license, mals but will cause a temporary shortage of microchip ID, de-worming, flea treatment, a space in which to house pets. heartworm test for dogs, feline aids and The problem is compounded by the onset leukemia test for cats, 10-day health guaran- of kitten season. To help alleviate the prob- tee, and a bag of Hill's Science Diet dog or Voted BEST Family Dining lem during construction, the shelter is waiv- cat food. The adoption package is valued at ing the adoption fee for all pets 6 months or more than $500. older between June 1 and June 30. The Pets waiting to be adopted can be viewed Last 7 Years and countinga ! adoption fee is reduced to only $30 for all online at www.LeeLostPets.com or visit the puppies and kittens. Kittens also are two for shelter at 5600. Banner Drive, Fort Myers Open 7 am - 10 pm 7 Days a Week the price of one! next to the Lee County Sheriff's Office off "Our 'regular adoption fees range from Six Mile Cypress Parkway. $25 for senior pets up to $95 for puppies, so Adoption viewing hours are Monday 2163 Periwinkle Way • Sanibel Island the incentives and savings make it a great through Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 time to add a new pet to the family," said p.m. You can submit an adoption application 239.4 72.0606 • SanibellslandCow.com Glenn Johnson, LCDAS operations manager. online before visiting the shelter. Serving Sanibel • Captiva Since 1899 I -a

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Fran Peters (Island Vacations and Chamber Nancy (F.I.S.H.) and Pete Bender (Kiwanis) Board of Directors), with Robert Mehler and share some island stories with Anna Turner. Colleen Quenzel (Quenzel and Associates), enjoyed the beautiful waterfront vista from their second floor view.

Ellen Lai (BB & T Bank) enjoyed the great mas- sage she got from Melissa Williams from Sanibel Wellness.

Walt Hendry, attorney Robert Monlj and Randy Bridgit Carson try to keep from cracking a smile but are Stone Budd unsuccessful. (Marketing Director for the Chamber) and Fran Peters (Island Vacations and Chamber Board of Directors) compare notes on their I- phones. Two buggy friends - Jim Lambeth (A Better <£ugman) and Mark Hamblin (Fort Myers Pest Mary Bondurant (John R. Wood) with good Conrol) shared some humorous buggy tales. friend, George Veillette (Chamber). Captiva Cruises is teaming up with Edison & Ford Winter Estates and Royal Palm Yacht Club to offer short historian- led cruises of the Caloosahatchee, tour of the estates and lunch at the private yacht club.

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By SHANNEN HAYES 4 p.m. with lunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. shayes@breezenewspapers. com Cost of the program is $30 for Edison Thomas Edison so loved* the Ford members; $25 for children 12 years Caloosahatchee that he purchased K5 and younger; $45 for non-members and acres and built Seminole Lodge, his win-, $30 for children 12 years and younger. It ter estate facing the river in 1886. He also includes an audio tour of the Edison Ford built a 1.800 foot long wood pier on the homes, gardens, lab and museum; buffet property with entertaining areas and boat- lunch at Royal Palm Yacht Club over- houses for his electric launch, the looking the estates and river; and the his- Reliance. torian-led boat cruise. The electric launch purchased in 1904 In addition to the popular cruises to was a 24 foot long flat-bottom river tour- Cabbage Key, Useppa Island, beach and ing vessel powered by Edison batteries, of shelling excursions to Cayo Costa State course, and charged at a station in his Park, dolphin wildlife adventure cruises, boathouse. It met the need of growing sunset cruises and night sky astronomy family and visitors and was complete with cruises, Captiva Cruises will be adding stylish wicker furniture. some new and exciting programs for the Over the years, the launch would take summer season. Edison, his wife Mina and their family, "That includes a sailing adventure friends and visiting dignitaries on many highlighting manatees, a family fishing exploration trips during their long vaca- PHOTO PROVIDED trip and sea life encounter cruise." added tions in Southwest Florida. Thomas Edison's electric launch, the Reliance, in early 1900s. Finkel about the summer lineup. Today visitors can cruise the Additional information and reserva- Caloosahatchee on a modern flat-bottom Caloosahatchee, -River of die Calusa, as Edison and Ford families loved, explored tions for all of Captiva Cruises tours and vessel, tour Edison & Ford Winter Estates well as its ecology and environmental and fished. programs may be'obtained by calling and enjoy lunch at the private Royal Palm importance today," said Richard Finkel, This new program is available through- 472-5300. To make reservations for the Yacht Club with a new-package offered narrator during the cruise. out the day each Wednesday and Caloosahatchee cruise, contact Edison & by Captiva Cruises. Edison officials agree that this short Thursday and other days for prescheduled Ford Winter Estates at 334-7419 or visit "The River Cruise is a great way to river cruise is a great to learn about the groups with special reservations. 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