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VOL35,NQ.8 TUESDAY, FEB. 20,1996 2 SECTIONS, 32 PAGES 50 CENTS Democratic Club formed on Sanibel Interim president says island group will be 'active' and 'comiited' By Jimmy Espy Islander Staff Writer Making sure their concerns are heard at every level is one of the main reasons for the formation of the Democratic Club on Sanibel, according to inter- im President Dorothy Newman. Newman, a Sanibel resident since 1983, was elected president at an organizational meeting last Traffic on the week. islands is in fuil seasonal swing, The gathering also saw the club take initial steps as evidenced by to become officially chartered by the Democratic the long lines at Party of Lee County and the Democratic Party of the tolfbooths, Florida. above, and at the "We had almost 50 people at the meeting and intersection of there was a lot of enthusiasm," Newman said. "We Periwinkle Way expect to be a very active, very committed group." and Causeway She added that one of the primary goals of the Road, left. club was to "see to it that the people who represent us, do represent us," emphasizing the club wanted to Photo by have an impact on decision making in the KATHLEEN BLASE Democratic Party "at the county, state and national level." Newman acknowledged that Sanibel is a Republican stronghold, but emphasized that there is a sizeable, though not always vocal, group of Democrats as well. Newman said she "doesn't judge people by their political party" and loves living on the island, but believes strongly the Democratic Party best repre- Traffic woes part of island life sents the "socio-economic interests of most of our people." By Anne Bellew dling island traffic. "We place one access point to the island, Other officers elected at the meeting included Islander staff writer police aides at those intersections there really isn't much more we John L. Smith, vice president; John Friedman, trea- "We'll probably do what we where we feel they will do the can do. surer and Winnie Donoghue, secretary. always do — wait patiently until most good in moving the traffic "The city has put turn lanes in At the club's next meeting (March 7, 7:30 p.m. at the cars in front of us move," was during so-called "rush hours". But the only feasible places, we don't the Sanibel library) members will vote on permanent Sanibel Police Chief Lew Phillips with only one main road running officers. response to a question about han- the length of the island and only See TRAFFIC, Page 10 Islander earns first in regional science competition n i, By Anne Bellew move to the three-day statewide competi- determine the range of salinity in which Calendar Islander staff writer tion in Orlando in April. this relatively unknown mussel can sur- 14 After winning third place overall in the Dunbar offers a full-time gifted pro- vive. Classifieds 22 Dunbar Junior High School Science Fair gram for middle school students with "These mussels filter and purify water," this past December, sixth grader and accelerated courses in all subjects. said J.P. "They have the potential of mak- Op/Ed Page 8 Sanibel Elementary graduate, J.P. Children have to test into the program. At ing those bodies of water that are clouded Murdock, had his science project selected present there are nine former Sanibel with pollution and algae clear again and Police Beat 10 for the Thomas Alva Edison Regional Elementary students in classes at the capable of supporting the marine life that Fishing Lines 6 Science Fair in February. school. is the basis of the food chain." Competing against 6th, 7th and 8th Murdock's winning entry in the zoolo- J.P.'s project was suggested by Marine This Week 2 graders who were winners in 13 different gy category was named False Zebra Habitat Foundation Executive Director, categories at their own middle schools in Mussels Salinity Survival Range. It con- Mike Calinski, who was curious about What's Playing 21 the three-county district, Murdock was sisted of the study methods and conclu- chosen as one of I 2 junior winners to sions from two months of research to See SCIENCE, Page 10 Tuesday. Futf. IDER" Tuesday: Feb. Charges dropped against Dalton Enjoying the weather A helping hand By Anne Bellew testimony of arresting officer has to place the Islander staff writer officer Sgt. Ron Scheall . person behind the wheel Drunk driving charges Scheall said he fol- for certain. In our DUI against Sanibel police lowed Dalton on arrest reports on Sanibel, officer William Dalton McGregor and observed that unequivocal state- have been dropped by him speeding and cross- ment must be included. the state. ing the center lane — a As I said, he never Dalton was charged point questioned by both denied driving; he denied with driving under the Dalton, who said there that he was anywhere influence by a Lee was no vehicle behind near drunk." Lenten Breakfast at Sanibel County Sheriff's deputy him on McGregor, and Dalton said in his after he pulled into a gas the clerk in the gas sta- internal affairs testimony Congregational Church station on McGregor tion who said the deputy that his impression was Feb. 21 Boulevard on his way was parked, as he was that, as soon as the home to Cape Coral on frequently during the deputy found out he was Christmas morning. He The Sanibel Congregational United Church of early morning hours, in a Sanibel officer, the tone Christ will sponsor a Lenten breakfast in the had' been off duty since 7 the adjacent shopping of the whole incident church's Fellowship Hall at 8:30 a.m. on Ash p.m. Christmas Eve. center parking lot when changed from one of "ID Wednesday, Feb. 21. "He did not deny Dalton pulled in. check, verification and The public is invited. Following a continental drinking several hours Scheall also omitted send me on my way" to breakfast,a program will be conducted by Dr. earlier in the evening. He from his testimony that "Sanibel cop? this time Randall H. Niehoff, senior minister, and church did not deny being Dalton first made a pur- we're not going to miss member Tina Hillebrandt. Photo by Kathleen Blase unable to find the rest chase and then returned the chance." "Hillebrandt will present a skit to focus on rooms and, in fact, uri- to his car before "using" "You never shake the setting aside time to officially mark Lent as a nating in the bushes,'* the bushes. fact that you've been period of study and reflection," said Dr. Niehoff. Stan Hoch and Lynn Lewis check over tax return numbers as part of said SanibelPolice Chief the the American Association of Retired Persons' program which Prosecutors were dis- arrested," said Phillips. Mary Hagemann, chairman of the Christian Lewis Phillips. "And his turbed at the inconsisten- "It's always there. I'm Education Committee, said children and families offers free assistance with tax filings. Locally, the AARP representa- license was restored by tives are working out of the Sanibel Library. cies in Scheall's testimo- satisfied that Bill was not will be welcome. She requested that non-mem- BDI (Bureau of Drive ny, which also included driving drunk and, obvi- bers planning to attend notify the church in Improvement) for lack of advance at 472-0497. For members there is a confusion as to whether ously, the state is satis- Photo by Kathleen Blase evidence well before we Dalton had actually been fied on that point. sign-up sheet at Fellowship Hall. even started our investi-- driving or whether his Needless to say, it would A trio of brown pelicans bask in the sunshine Wednesday. The birds were resting on Lawmaker proposes tax changes gation." girlfriend had been be better if it had never a bridge buffer near the causeway. The decision to drop behind the wheel. happened, but we can't TALLAHASSEE Many of the major "It's the folks who have the charges against "Dalton never denied he change the fact that it Guest speaker slated (AP) — A state lawmak- industry lobbies in the the most money who Dalton came after wit- was driving," Phillips did." er wants to make it easier state support Starks' bill, have the most to gain nesses contradicted the said, "but the arresting for Feb. 26 at St. Isabel for taxpayers to challenge saying it will provide from this." property appraisers. But fairness. Bill Markham, proper- Kathy Miller, the Executive Director of Right Detecting child molestation; opponents say his bill "Right now for a ty appraiser in Broward City tries out new sound equipment to Life and president of the new Lifeline Family won't help ordinary property owner to contest County, said the bill By Anne Bellew appointed the standing Veenschoten and Levy); Center will be the guest speaker at the Feb. 26 homeowners — just big an assessment on their could have a devastating Islander staff writer committees for the year: and Permitting Process meeting of the Women's Guild of St. Isabel Knowing what to look for businesses and wealthy property tax, the playing impact on the tax rolls in You might not like Capital Improvements Review Committee Church of Sanibel Island. The meeting will be at individuals. field is tilted almost verti- many counties. what they say at city hall, (Levy, Louise Johnson (Johnson, Slayton and 9 a.m. in the church hall. By Lew Phillips At stake is an estimat- cal for the property "This is an industry but at least you should be and Deana Turner); Veenschoten). Chief, Sanibel Police Department ed $20 billion in property appraisers,"'said John relief bill, that's what it able to hear them say it, Below Market Rate Another "housekeep- values on Florida tax Rogers, a government is," he said. thanks to a new wireless Housing (Mullins, Edie ing" measure presented Fly fishing clinic (Editor's note: In this final installment of the rolls, which translates liaison for the 9,000- Appraisers point to the microphone system Slayton and John by the chairman was the Chief 's series of articles on keeping our chil- into millions of tax dol- member Florida Retail list of recent major tax unveiled by city officials. Veenschoten); Land possibility of seminars to The Sanibel Fly Shop will host a fly fishing dren safe, Phillips offers some suggestions on The reality of sexual exploita- lars for counties, cities Federation, bill challenges in the Planning Commission Development Code review legislation which clinic Friday, Feb. 23 at the Sanibel Community determining whether or not one's child has been tion is that often the children are and school boards. But opponents call the state to show the bill's Recording Secretary Joe Revisions (Slayton, would affect the city. Center. The three-hour clinic begins at noon and sexually exploited and provides children with For more than a centu- bill a smoke screen for beneficiaries. Ham showed off the Mullins, Turner, costs $10. seven safety rules.) very confused, uncomfortable, ry, property appraisers big business. Last year, a Among the plaintiffs $10,000 Samson VLX The clinic will be taught by certified instructor and unwilling to talk about the have had the benefit of state constitutional was Donald Trump, who Wireless Microphone Chris Dotson who will focus on equipment, Sexual exploitation should not be confused experience to parents, teachers the doubt in court chal- amendment went into challenged the assess- System at the Feb. 13 GROUT leader construction, fly choices and casting tech- with physical contacts that are true expressions lenges. effect capping the annual ment of his Mar-a-Lago meeting. niques. of affection. A warm and healthy relationship or anyone else. Under the "presump- increase in residential estate in Palm Beach The microphone sys- For more information,call 472-8485. can exist if adults respect the child and place tion of correctness" rule, property values at 3 per- County in 1989. The tem will allow users to GRUNGE? reasonable limits on their physical interaction. property owners must cent. property appraiser said it put a Walkman-like them where I am going, how I will get there, who was worth $11.5 million. Tired of dirty, discolored floor tile grout lines? We Child molesting is often a repeat crime, as will be going with me, and when I'll be back. prove property appraisers "The residential prop- amplifier in a pocket, "This Week" is the place to look for special anyone keeping up with recent news stories is illegally or fraudulently erty owner shouldn't Trump said it was worth clip a microphone under clean, re-color,and seal them-—permanently! all too well aware. Many kids are victimized a $7 million — a tax bill events, yearly, bi-annual, monthly, etc., anything 2.1 check first for permission from my parents estimated tax bills or have a problem," said the chin, and be heard all number of times, sometimes over a period of difference of $110,000. * FREE ESTIMATES • that doesn't necessarily fit the mold of Community before getting in a car or leaving with anyone — show how they miscalcu- John Smith, a lobbyist over City Hall. months or years. The reality of sexual exploita- Trump lost the case in Calendar events. even someone I know. I check first before lated through their for- with the Florida Chairman Downes tion is that often the children are very confused, appellate court. CLEAN LINES 540*2332 changing plans. mulas. Association of Counties. Lie. & Ins. uncomfortable, and unwilling to talk about the But under a bill by experience to parents, teachers or anyone else. Rep. Bob Starks, proper- But they will talk if you have already established 3. I do not accept money, gifts or drugs from ty owners would simply an atmosphere of trust and support in your anyone without my parents' knowledge. have to convince a judge home, where your child will feel free to talk with- through a greater weight out fear of accusation, shame or guilt. 4. It is safer for me to be with other people of evidence that the JOIN US FOR A CULINARY TOUR FROM when going places or playing outside. I always appraiser is wrong. Parents should be alert to the indicators of use the Buddy System. sexual abuse: The Casselberry THE CARIBBEAN TO NEW ORLEANS. EDITORIAL DIRECTOR Jimmy Espy • Changes in behavior, extreme mood swings, Republican has received ADVERTISING MGR: Tamara Goodman 5. I say NO if someone tries to touch me in REPORTERS: Frank Wagner, Anne Beilew withdrawal, fearfulness and excessive crying. an overwhelming amount ways that make me feel frightened, uncomfort- of support for his mea- CONTRIBUTORS: Capt. Mike Fuery, Bobbie Sharp and Art • Bed-wetting, nightmares, fear of going to able or confused. Then I go and tell a grown-up Tuesday Caribbean Celebration Buffet - steel drums and island treats Stevens bed or other sleep disturbances. sure, which will be con- AD SALES: Tracey Markwaiter I trust what happened. I know it is not my fault if sidered during the two- $ 19.50. Wednesday Cuisines of America - a culinary trip across the United CLASSIREDS7SUBSCRIPTI0NS: • Acting out inappropriate sexual activity or someone touches me in a way that is not o.k. I States $18.95. Thursday Bourbon Street Bash - New Orleans jazz and showing an unusual interest in sexual matters. month legislative session don't have to keep secrets about those touches. foods from The French Quarter $ 19.50. serving $3 LOCATION: MAILING ADDRESS: • A sudden acting out of feelings or aggres- that starts March 5. IsSamiar Center P.O. Box 56 off to each 2407 Periwinkle Way Sanibel, FL 33957 sive or rebellious behavior. Ninety-five of the state's Sanibe! 472-S186 FAX 472-5302 6. I trust my feelings and talk to grown-ups 160 legislators have Join us for additional theme buffets: Saturday & Sunday Taste of Captiva • Regression to infantile behavior. about problems that are too big forme to handle member SUBSCRIPTION RATES • Fear of certain places, people or activities — signed on as co-sponsors - all the shrimp and prime rib you can eat $20.50. Monday & Friday $22.00 $28.00 $28,00 $42.00 on my own. A lot of people care about me and Seafood Extravaganza-only the best island delicacies $23.50. 520.75 **e*-553per S2S.42 Newspapep r Annual Subscription Annual Subscription especially being alone with certain people. of the bill. 31*5 SaiasTsx Sl63Satei7»< UU.5.A , Foreign will listen and believe me. I AM NOT ALONE. Ajsnual Subaudition Children should not be forced to give affection to Starks said he got the party; LM COUBSJ Fionas an adult or teenager if they do not want to. A idea while trying to help Make sure you bring this ad and your appetite because every adult in your Postal Information 7. It is never too late to ask for help. I can The Sanibel-Captiva Islander (USPS 481-400) is ptitiisfied every Tuesday and desire to avoid this may indicate a problem. a Winter Park constituent party will receive $3.00 off your choice of dinner buffet, For dinner is distributed throughout Santbel and Capirva Islands by the Breeze Corp., P.O. keep asking until I get the help I need. reservations call 472-511!. At the entrance to South Seas Plantation, Box S6, Sanibei. FL. 33357 Second Class postage is paid at the Sanibet Post • Pain, itching, bleeding, fluid discharge or fight a $500 tax increase Office. Sanibel. FL 33357. rawness in the private areas. a few years ago. Captiva Island. Postmaster: Send Address Changes to The Sanibel Police Department Crime Sanibel Captiva Islander "The average person,- P.O. Box 56 Prevention Section is available to take your Mr. and Mrs. Florida, Offer valid through February 29, 1996. Sanibel, FL 33957 A Child's 7 Rules for Safety child's fingerprints. The fingerprint card can be Not valid with any other discount. Classified advertising dsadiine is Friday at 3 p.m. doesn't have the made a part of your permanent record for identi- $3 discount credited after addition of Error Responsibility: In Ifce event o! an error, we are responsible only for the I am a special person, and I deserve to feel resources to challenge first incorrect insertion ol an ad S, m Cur opinion, there is a toss of value. We do not fication purposes should you ever need it. If you every reasonable hypoth- 16% service charge. safe. My rules are: wish to take advantage of this service, call Cdr. p esis," Starks said. OCHADWKlft ilHoul charge that part w Mike Blackmore or Ofc. George Krivas at 472- reimbursement after 30 days from publication dale. 1. Before I go anywhere, I always check first "Hardly anybody ever %A^m 6APfI¥AS 1NIREB1ILE EfERYBM BUFFE? Columns: Opinions expressed in columns in The Isiandsr and tellers to the 3111, Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. wins." Editor are those of the person writing '.he coJumn or letter and do not necessarily with my parents or the person in charge. I tell reflect those ol the newspaper and 5 p.m. a A THE ISLANDER Tuesday. Feb. 20. 1996 Tuesday. Feb. 20. 1996 THE ISLANDERwT x NDER Noted photographer to present Islander wins award Obituaries sparkling blue eyes, he delighted young and old alike. It didn't matter whether it was Christmas or not, to Robert I. Rizer Jr. the kids, he was still Santa Claus and would often be Robert I Rizer Jr., of Sanibel, died Thursday, Feb. program at Audubon meeting stopped on the street by some young child looking at 1, 1996, at Lee Memorial Hospital after a lengthy bat- ByAnneBellew Nature Photographer. Thousands of his pictures have him in awe and inquiring as to the whereabouts of his tle with cancer. Mr. Rizer is survived by his wife, reindeer. Islander staff writer been published. Donna; his son, Robert of St. Louis, Miss.; his daugh- Jim Battles calls Lapeer, Mich., home, but he isn't The Audubon meeting starts at 8 p.m. Thursday His wife, Alice, of Sanibel, passed away in 1988. ter, Gretchen Rizer, of Redwood City, Calif.; and four there much. As a full-time professional nature pho- evening at the Sanibel Community Center on He is survived by his daughter, Mary Ellen Nakata of grandchildren. tographer, he spends most of his time in the field — Periwinkle Way and is open to the public. A $2 dona- Alburn, Wash.; sons, Daniel of Minneapolis, Minn., Mr. Rizer was a former resident of Minneapolis, and James of Alva; and two grandchildren. searching out, waiting for and, ultimately, "shooting" tion is requested. Minn., where he was an account executive for his subjects. A Mass of Resurrection was held at St. Sebastian BBB&O, before opening his own company. He asked Catholic Church in Akron, Ohio, Feb. 3. At this Thursday's Feb. 22 Sanibel-Captiva that no services be held. Audubon Society meeting, Battles will present Through the Seasons, a nature anthology complete with sound and special effects,.-.. He presents from the back, instead of the middle, of the room using two . r -i j .-,- — 11- Pierre Lenders loses battle with cancer powerful Navitar modules and a table full of acces- C31HpcLlgn 101 DOalQWalK sories, sound systems and attachments. . Former general manager Late last fall, Battles, camera in hand, was in New This past Wednesday, the National Audubon Society's Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary began a fund- of Sundial Beach Mexico at Bosque del Apache National Wildlife flPMflBHBI^MHBBflilGDiS0IB?liiuM3M8lBWIititlSIBff Refuge. By New Year's he was journeying through raising drive to endow and complete the recently Central America and Mexico. For the past month he opened 2.25-mile boardwalk. and Tennis resort dies The new boardwalk contains over 20,000 hard- has been up to his waist in snow in Michigan, anx- One of Cape Coral's most well known hospitali- Pierre J. G. wood planks and each plank will be available for ious to head south to record an area he admits he has ty industry executives passed away Tuesday night Lenders friends of Corkscrew to sponsor, or "own," for a $50 neglected for seven years — Sanibel and Southwest after a four-year battle with leukemia. or $100 donation. Each sponsor will receive a special Florida. His pictures have graced the covers of Pierre J. G. Lenders, the general manager of the certificate of appreciation, a membership in National Sanibel's 'Santa', John Walsh, died Jan. 28 in national and international publications almost a hun- Cape Coral Golf and Tennis Resort, died in his Audubon, recognition in the future Wetlands Dunbar Junior High School student J.P. Westlake, Ohio. dred times — Audubon, National Wildlife, American sleep early on Feb. 13. Efforts by emergency per- Education Center and a piece of the special hard- Murdock, a Sanibel Elementary grad, was Bird, Birders' World, Wildbird, Sierra, Kodak, sonnel failed to revive him. wood used to construct the new boardwalk. Funds recently chosen as one of 12 junior win- John Walsh Mr. Lenders was general manager at the Cape raised during this and future campaigns will also be ners who will compete in a three-day John Walsh, 89, died Saturday, Jan. 28, 1996, of Coral Golf and Tennis Resort for 13 years and only used to build a Wetlands Education Center. statewide science fair competition in pneumonia at West Bay Manor of Westlake, Ohio. recently was forced to retire due to the progression Hardwood for the new boardwalk came from Orlando in April. For additional informa- Born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio, Mr. Walsh CREWS SEPTIC SERVICE of his leukemia. 1959 from Hoensbroek, the Netherlands. Brazil and was harvested in an environmentally tion about Murdock's accomplishment, graduated at the top of his class in chemical engineer- 24 hr. Emergency Service see the related story on page 1 of today's After taking control of the facility in the early Continually studying as he worked in the hospi- responsible way from a sustainable forestry opera- ing from Case Institute of Technology (now Case 1 Septic Tanks • Grease Traps 80s, he transformed the image of the aging golf & tality industry, he earned a master's degree in busi- tion. Islander. Western Reserve University). After graduation, he Lift Station Pumping took a position with Firestone Tire & Rubber tennis club (known then as the Cape Coral Country ness administration from Michigan State Owning your own piece of the walk is also an Club), with extensive renovations and gave it new University in 1970. Pine Island Most Homes $85-$95 Company in Akron, Ohio. He held a number of posi- innovative way to become involved with the initial direction for the '90s as a full service resort. He was a Certified Club Manager by the Club phase of the new educational facility at the tions with the company, retiring as manager of the Sanibel Homes $125 Although he was diagnosed with leukemia in Managers Association and a Certified Hotel Sanctuary. Xylos Division in 1974. 1992, he continued at the resort, and made possible Administrator by the Hotel and Motel Association Similar to the Visitor Center at the J.N. "Ding" Photo contest Mr. Walsh was an active member for many years of the Saint Vincent DePaul Society in Akron. He another full renovation of the facility in 1995 that of America. 731-5868 Darling National Wildlife Refuge on Sanibel, this was a member of the Ancient Order of Hiberians and was just recently completed. He was a recent member of Rotary International facility will enhance the the Cleveland West Side Irish-American Club. He Pierre Lenders also supervised two other resorts and a member of St. Andrew Church. understanding and experi- travelled to Ireland, the land of his parents' birth, vis- for Avatar, the Poinciana Golf & Tennis Resort in He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Cece ence of visitors while winners iting relatives on occasion. He brought the Irish tradi- Orlando, and the Rio Rico Resort in Rio Rico, AAA SIDING CO. promoting environmental Lenders, his daughter Enicka (Willie) Garrote, and tion of celebrating St. Patrick's Day to the island and Arizona. FULLY INSURED education for nature his sons Joe (Lora) Lenders and Andre Lenders, LIC.#RX00458Q for many years hosted a St. Patrick's Day party at the Before coming to the Cape Coral Golf & Tennis lovers of all ages. and grandchildren, Alex, Veronica, Anita and • ALCOA & BUILDING PRODUCTS American Legion or St. Isabel's Social Hall. Resort, Mr. Lenders was the general manager of Ralph. Exhibits planned for • VINYL AND ALUMINUM SIDiNG AND SOFFIT He and his wife, Alice, became friends of Phil and the Sundial Beach and Tennis Resort. At Sundial the Education Center will announced Visitation will be at the Cape Coral Memorial • ALUMINUM ROOFOVERS • CARPORTS Ruth Hunter, who founded the Pirate Playhouse on he was instrumental in the expansion of the facility Funeral Home on Del Prado Boulevard on explain the function and Sanibel, and, when John didn't have a bit part in the from a small beachfront tennis club to what is Thursday, Feb. 15, from 6-8 p.m. with a Scripture • SCREEN REPAIR • SCREEN ROOMS importance of wetlands in pay, he could be found assisting back stage or parking • HURRICANE SHUTTERS Four islanders among widely considered today one of Sanibel Island's Service at 6:30 p.m. Funeral services will be at St. Florida and around the cars. He was also an active member of St. Isabel finest full-service resorts. FREE world. Catholic Church and the local St. Vincent DePaul Andrew Catholic Church in Cape Coral on Friday, FT. MYERS1 OLDEST ESTIMATES honorees in annual Society. He immigrated to America with his family in Feb. 16 at 10 a.m. His real love was playing Santa Claus for all the SCCF competition children. With his white hair and real white beard and ByAnneBellew Islander staff writer Rutenberg Park recycling Classified The Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation has container now for magazines questions? announced the winners of its I Oth Annual Wildlife Photo Contest. The winning works, along with over The recycling container at Rutenberg Park is now 50 additional entries in the contest, were on display to be used for magazines only. Call during the Foundation's Annual Open House All residents will be able to recycle their old mag- 4872-5185 Saturday. azines by simply dropping them in the dumpster at The first place winner for his Osprey Flying with the park, located at the corner of South Pointe FEBRUARY Fish went to Tom Niswonger of Sanibel. Fort Myers Boulevard and Cypress resident Phillip Holland took both second and third Lake Drive in south Fort f HIGH LAJW places with his Scallop Eyeing a Shelter and Shark's Myers. ISSmWMKBHmBMram® DAY A.M. P.M. A.M. P.M. Eye, respectively, and an honorable mention for DATE Decorating Den P Tues. 20 12:36 1:37 7:57 8:00 Osprey on Alert. Clavanova Wed. 21 1:25 2:04 8:24 8:52 Sanibel's Mary D. McCoy and Oram R. Kline Jr. TOTAL HOME INTERIORS Thurs. 22 2:17 2:31 8:47 9:48 captured the other two honorable mentions for their Fri. 23 3:10 3:03 9:09 10:47 Fritillary on Flower (McCoy) and Back Off, a depic- needed • Carpeting & Tile • Condo Refurbishing Sat. 24 4:17 3:40 . 9:34 12:00 tion of an osprey guarding its nest (Kline). The Sanibel Music • Custom Bedspreads Sun, 25 5:46 4:29 9:56 - An award for best title went to Ralph Spencer of Festival needs a cla- Mon. 26 - 5:29 1:19 -• Sanibel for All Aboard, an amusing shot which fea- vanova for the perfor- • Draperies & Blinds tured about 10 pelicans comfortably seated on a boat mance of the opera, • Furniture & Accessories FEBRUARY that seemed to be about to take off across the water. The Marriage of Fig- • Upholstery . Judges for this year's contest were well-known aro, to be performed on • Wallcoverings local photographers Bev and Clair Postmus and March 27 by the Opera • Window Treatments & Shutters Theater of Connecticut George Graham, a professional photographer newly 8:30 - 4:30 Mon. - Fri. moved to Sanibel from Pennsylvania. at the Congregational Sanibel Promenadee (across from th-the post office) The exhibit came down after the open house, and Church. 695 Tarpon Bap Road, #115 photographers are asked to pick up their work at their The clavanova must Phone us for an appointment at our studio or your residence. earliest convenience. have the harpsichord VISA, MASTER CARD, DECORATING DEN CARD function and in terms of size, the smaller the For ISLANDER Classified better. The instrument minutes is needed starting IK information, caSS 472-5185 March 24. CAROLGAGNON (941) 472-6551 r 6 THE ISLANDER Tuesday. Feb. 20. 1996 Tuesday, Feb. 20. 1996 THE ISLANDER 7 A lot of fish choose to hang out in the damdest places A ministry to family businesses We were trying to railroad tracks. When who works at 'Tween place, but once the determine what is the you think of it, why Waters Marina, where I places close down for the best fishing corollary for would a fish take a noisy, keep my charter boat, day and everyone goes congested water spot FISHING said, "You know there's home and it's dark and Sonshine "the grass is always greener..." and it per- over a quite back bay a big school of snook quiet, often the best fish- haps would be, "thewhich hasn't been visited LINES which stays under your ing can be found at what By Jerry McCormick business, there are certain events which you face I point out to my clients that there are needs, and water is always..." deep- by a boat in weeks? boat when you're not in the daytime is a bee- Special to The Islander when planning an exit strategy. In your business you then there are wants. How much money do you er, clearer or fishable, Redfish Pass, between By Capt. Mike Fuery out." Sure enough, when hive of activity. The book of Genesis records that when the Lord will face Sale, Succession or Liquidation. As an spend, and for what? Can you live on a budget? Do anywhere else except Captiva and Upper I go home the guys bring If you aren't a guest of completed His work on the creation of the earth, He employee you will very possibly be face with career you own your house or does it own you? where you happen to be Captiva Island, is proba- out spinning rods and such a place, then try the rested and "saw that it was good." But due to their closure. But whatever your business life, the hand-tied jigs and when Blind Pass Bridge, Other questions are, "Can I live with my spouse 24 at the moment. bly the best producing disobedience, Man and Woman were later consigned inevitable truth is that you are mortal! For those who hours a day every day of the week? What will I do There isn't an angler snook hole in all of some quiet tucked-away wasn't unheard of for they have a lunch break, between Sanibel and they often pull in keeper Captiva, or the public to work by the sweat of their brows. To this day the wish to have a troublefree transition the most impor- with my time? I haven't had time for any hobbies. out there who doesn't Florida's west coast. bay. There is a famous someone to get a strike same two truths coexist. In the New Testament there tant things is that you face this reality and respect all. right as the train was snook right under where fishing pier at the light- Will I be bored? What happens to our health insur- second guess about Sure, there are times and snook spot in Charlotte is a parable about reaping the harvest of what you those who have been involved with you, whatever ance? Where should we live? Will we see the kids?" another place which places where lots of County, the next county passing! my boat is parked! house end of Sanibel. It's the same there — busy have sown. Some unfortunate people believe that their contribution has been. These are real concerns. > • wasn't visited during a snook can be caught, but north, where an old rail- Narrow channels are The same goes for just ! not with the consistency road bridge was the best famous fishing spots, about any marina on the and noisy during the day, their harvest should be greater than their stewardship, I ask,-"How do you want to spend your months i- Oneskey to a healthy life and stress-free.career clo- trip on the water. And but others realize that good'pl'atlnihg and integrity'' add in various probabili- and the size of the fish place to catch not only despite constant boat islands. There often are quiet and productive at and years left on earth? How much money do you sure is' to* plan; and • accomplish 'certain simple tasks. ty laws and you can bet which start to show up in snook, but redfish, sharks traffic and fishing pres- large schools around the night. before God are the way to succeed. need to enjoy a meaningful life?" Too often, parents- My role is'to guide families through the mine field of that the one place you April and stay until and tarpon at times. sure. The Matlacha docks at Sanibel Marina, Good fishing this For 35 years my ministry has been to hundreds of realize they've been anxiously building their business problems-using their attorney, accountant and finan- didn't try is the same October. It's also one of Trouble was, back Bridge, on the way to South Seas Plantation week and remember families who own their own businesses. I'm a busi- in order to provide a memorial "Sphinx" for their cial advisor to document their desires: Commitment place the guy cleaning the most difficult to fish when it was in use, we Pine Island, is what they and Castaways Marina. when you look way out ness "doctor" who makes house calls — a "kitchen children. I counsel them to enjoy their stewardship to an exit strategy is absolutely essential. There's a fish next to you had all for — because of boat anglers had to walk out sometimes call the Those spots where there on the horizon and won- table Henry Kissinger" who negotiates among family toward God and others as well as their offspring, pattern to follow; there are programs and formulae his good fishing luck. traffic, personal water on the trestle and fish — "fishingest bridge" in is always boat engine der what the fishing is members, especially as one is thinking of retirement. especially while they are healthy and together. I think that are available. Almost every family has problems, This comes to mind craft, swimmers, tour except when the train Florida. It can be elbow- noise and splashing from like so far away, if I've heard every story and have come to realize that of the parable of the man who filled his barns, only to but most are solvable if everyone will take to each because I have to relearn boats and other fisher- came. Then we had to to-elbow on the rail, and prop wash and all kinds you're on a dock or no family is without its skeleton; every day in my have it go to waste when the Lord called him home other and be reasonable. an important lesson man. crawl down under the down below, on the of sounds from the bridge, you're most like- work I see the seven basic sins — jealousy, envy, that very night. Beyond that, it's my belief as a Christian that fol- about once a year which Yet, with all the may- tracks, which were just water, boats are anchored resort, the fish call ly standing over the gold strife, greed, resentment, judgment and arrogance; close enough that you home. mine. Closure brings about change, which is always lowing Christ and His teachings creates an environ- centers on why fish show hem of a crowded week- over the water, and hang and yes, there's a new one — CONTROL. uncomfortable, producing a form of grief; but it ment where both a person's business and its closure up at the seemingly end like Memorial Day on for life, until the train can hop between them. Some of these busy passed. The tracks would Despite all this, the fish marinas don't allow Capt. Mike Fuery is a Almost every client has a period of tears and con- doesn't have to be traumatic in the September of your canibe most gracefully accomplished. Jesus has said, improbable places. These or the Fourth of July, "Seek first the Kingdom of God and His righteous- include overcrowded snook anglers can just be shaking, the noise of still show up there. anglers because of the professional fishing and fession regarding their family trials and tribulations. life if you face certain time and finance realities. And narrow channels, bridges about count on catching the huge diesel engine What brings this all up difficulty of working shelling guide. Closure is such a personal matter that I wish everyone retiring isn't as expensive as you may think! Proper ness and all these things will be added unto you" with hundreds of cars a few snook, when you would just about jar your stems from the other day around people with rods could or would seek the Lord's direction. I myself am planning, including your spouse every step of the (LukeT2:31). rumbling over them and couldn't buy a bite in fingers loose and it when one of the guys sprawled all over the committed to seeking His wisdom and knowledge as way, can make a wholesome experience of it all, both I counsel them toward resolving family business personally and financially. Mr. McCormick has appeared on the 700 Club problems. When I see and experience the joy of Dun and Bradstreet, the nation's credit agency, Television Show and is both a Florida State Certified Nature photographer to speak Thursday renewed life gained from completed closures — a claims that only 30% of the second generation and Management Analyst and a Florida Court Certified modern day miracle — I know the Lord had a hand in 12% of the third generation succeed in the family Mediation Consultant. He can be reached at 433- By Anne Bellew ing, Battles will present del Apache Natioinal publications almost a open to the public. A $2 donation is requested. doing something that I could not have worked business. Why? The answer is lack of proper training 9614. Islander staf writer Through the Seasons, a Wildlife Refuge. By New hundred times — through alone on their behalf. by the founder. Ask anyone who's ever been involved , Jim Battles calls nature anthology com- Year's he was journeying Audubon, National In life, whether it's a corporate career or family in a family business. They know the constant conver- , Lapeer, Michigan home, plete with sound and spe- through Central America Wildlife, American Bird, Collectible offered sation about work; many offspring don't want any but he isn't there much. cial effects.i He presents and Mexico. For the past Birders' World, Wildbird, part of it when they grow up. As a result, you're As a full-time profes- from the back, instead of month he has been up to Sierra, Kodak, Nature A Fort Myers firm, talented wildlife artists. Do you have something faced with when to get out, how to get out and how to Key West • Fort Myers • New York sional nature photogra- the middle, of the room his waist in snow in Photographer, and on National Wildlife The first ECOMEDAL live in retirement without the very thing which has pher he spends, most of using two powerful Michigan, anxious to and on. Thousands of his Galleries, has introduced features "Mallards to say? consumed your life for several decades. his time in the field — Navitar modules and a head south to record an pictures have been pub- a new line of limited edi- Dropping In," the very The -myriad of questions facing everyone, in this; searching out, waiting table full of accessories, area he admits he has lished. tion art collectibles — first Federal Duck Stamp 3 CASINO for and, ultimately, position need to be discussed with someone; just, sound systems and neglected for seven years The Audubon meeting the EOCMEDAL Series: created by legendary make sure this person is knowledgeable and t'rastWor- • "shooting" his subjects. attachments. — Sanibel and southwest starts at 8 p.m. Thursday conservationist, J.N. sions must contain the writer's name, This line of precious thy. ' ' ' ••:' ;•• ••• "' • • - • -\ • ••(.•: .. -• • >;;'•*' - At this Thursday's Late last fall, Battles, Florida. 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•••—'"*•'- *•v Tuesday, Why the gender chasm in American politics? 8 Commentary Feb. 20, 1996 By BONNIE ERBE because decades of liberal government policies have and BETSY HART ensnared and dehumanized many women, then Scripps Howard News Service Pro robbed them of the self-respect and basic resources it QUESTION: Polls of American voters show that would take to free themselves. For 30 years federal Bad drivers, pizza and other 'goodies' this year, perhaps more than any other in American and Con policies have encouraged single-motherhood and the Comparison shopping political history, the gender gap has widened into a poverty it brings. By Charlene Black Well, if you read last week's column, you know chasm. In a two-way race, women favor Bill Clinton Uncle Sam's assistance rules have made assistance Special to The Islander about some of the crazy drivers we have here on by 9 percent over men and men favor Bob Dole by 9 more likely if the dad is out of the low-income home, When it comes to purchasing a car or washing Sanibel. One of them tried to hit me one morning ISLANDER'S percent over women. Why is this? leaving government to usurp his place as protector machine or stereo, comparison shopping is a passing six cars in a no passing zone when I was and provider. meaningful technique for making a choice. It is a going to work at 7:20. Boy, the people in the car did NOTES BONNIE ERBE: It is clear why women are flock- And, too, cuts in environmental programs that will Thanks to "no-fault" divorce laws in many states, useful tool when dealing objectively with objects. look scared when they realized that I might just NOT ing to the Democratic Party, while men are cramming preserve the beauty of nature for future generations of many abandoned middle-class women also are barely Successful living is a constant' stream of slow down and simply let them hit me head on. By Betty O'Neal under the Republican tent. A lot of men seem to like Americans concern me deeply. able to make ends meet. responsible choices. From another standpoint, O.K., on to something else. I just had to tell you the macho Republican shoot-from-the-hip approach: I, like most women, agree with Republicans that Government agencies help disseminate the myth of consider the biblical edict, "Thou shalt not that. "Let's cut the deficit, people be damned." the budget needs to be brought under control and bal- widespread gender discrimination. judge." In personal and interpersonal matters this We've been getting some very interesting visitors Men also are more likely to be wooed by the anced. But I do not see why it must be done in an But in fact several empirical studies, including one is a better policy. Make no comparisons, judge are always really nice. They even deliver up 'til mid- at Cheeburger Cheeburger on the weekends when I'm prospect of a tax cut, since they earn more and pay arbitrary seven years, with the end result being mas- by noted economist and director of the Congressional not. Regrettably, I must confess I find this policy night, 'though I usually pick mine up so I can go in doing my other thing. There have been lots of people and see them. I always make sure to take the leftovers more in taxes. Male high school graduates earn 31 sive human suffering. I also think talk of a tax cut in Budget Office June O'Neill, show that women make one of the hardest to practice. Intellectually, I down here just to get away from -47 degree weather percent more than their female counterparts and male 98 percent of what men do when factors like age and understand and agree. Emotionally it is a struggle the next day for lunch 'cause they're so good. When fiscally pressed times is completely irresponsible. up north. They didn't even mind that it was gonna be you go in, be sure to tell Brigetta that you read about college graduates earn 35 percent more. If Republicans want to woo women's votes this whether or not they have children are controlled for. to push aside the ego, as my reference point. I 40 degrees here over the weekend. WE minded it a know ego leads to a false sense of identity, actual- 'em in my article. She's a really great person, and she Women, on the other hand, suffer the brunt of fed- fall, they should heed this message. But whether it's problems it creates or myths it lot, but they didn't seem to. Hey, I didn't sign up for speaks several languages fluently. eral cuts Republicans want so badly to make. But they will probably be forced to ignore it, until perpetuates, government then entraps many women ly. In reality I am not this body, this face, these cold weather. I moved here because it's always rela- Oh yeah, we ordered from Bullfeathers one day at Disproportionately, many more women are on wel- the party sheds its dominance by extremists on the by presenting its programs and remedies as a solu- hands, my home, my car, my clothes, my so- tively warm and I wouldn't have to worry about being work. That was really good, too. If you haven't tried fare (able-bodied men generally don't qualify for hard right. tion. Well, it's no more sympathetic to encourage called failures or accomplishments. I am a child cold anymore. I just may have to start looking into a of the universe. I was created in the image and 'em, you should give 'em a chance. welfare) and even if mothers on welfare don't always women to rely on assistance from an abusive govern- warmer place (you know, like the Jimmy Buffet By the way, if you are a regular reader and have vote, women who rely on Social Security, food ment than it would be to encourage them to rely on an the likeness of God (which means to me that I am song). BETSY HART: When it comes to the female gen- an intelligence and an energy field and part of a any ideas for things I would be interested in writing stamps, Medicaid or Medicare (for their aging par- der gap, proceed with caution. It's predicted in every abusive boyfriend because they can't consider life much larger whole). I just noticed today that the no-see-ums are back. about, come in to see me at Cheeburger on the week- ents) are the first ones to be stung by federal budget presidential race, but it rarely materializes. (Keep in without him. ' Those little suckers just love me. S'pose it could be In reality, we are all created equal. This knowl- ends. I would love to meet my readers and get to cuts. Hence, they will be supporting President Clinton mind a majority of women voted for Ronald Reagan If the gender gap does finally materialize this year, all those good things I eat from morning 'til nigh't that edge is the premise, the strength and the success know them. When I worked here at The Islander, sev- by wide margins this fall. in both of his elections!) it will be a tragedy of liberalism, not a triumph. make me so sweet all the little biting bugs find me? of our great country (even if it is not practiced eral people would call me but, now that I work for the My colleague, who loves to fling the invective A Wall Street Journal article by Gerald Seib noted Maybe I should change my diet to include lots of fully). When my ego predominates over my intel- city, I never hear from them. I'm still here on Sanibel "elite" at activists who disagree with her (i.e., liber- that if the recent polling trend does hold, the coming (Bonnie Erbe is host of the PBS program "To the onions and garlic. I hear they help keep them away. and would love to hear from you. lect, I feel the need to acquire approval and the als), is in the upper income brackets herself and won't presidential election would be the first modern presi- Contrary" and legal affairs correspondent for the need to feel in control of circumstances. I mea- I HAVE been eating pizza at least once a week be personally affected by social program cuts, She's dential election in which men and women collectively Mutual/NBC Radio networks. Betsy Hart, a former sure myself in comparison to those around me. from Lagorio's, and pizza's got lots of garlic. They Betty used to keep her junk food, noshes and col- fortunate not to have to rely on them. So am I, for differed. White House spokesman, is a frequent commentator even know who I am at Lagorio's when I call, by the umn ideas in the front desk at The Islander. Now her This practice makes me feel both inferior at times that matter, but I sympathize with those who do. But I admit it could finally happen. One reason is on CNN and other national public affairs shows.) and superior at times. Either way it creates a kind of pizza I order. And, let me tell you, they serve drawerful of goodies is at City Hall in the Building sense of separation from others rather than con- a mean pizza. It's always good and the people there Department. nection -or community. It's easy to see why one might suffer from loneliness if he must always Further study make such comparisons. Letters When I dissect the mechanics of the matter I can easily come to the conclusion that my ego- Jim's at it again to accept the result. There is also a third reason: of February oriented reactions are fear based. The need for Hillary seems to have even more trouble than Slick in control and approval are out of fear of rejection To the editor giving complete and honest answers to any and all By CHARLES MCDOWELL -Scripps.Howard News Service and a fear that the universe is not really my home. The Islander questions. I hope this helps to clarify this point for I'm not really welcome here. I lose the innate Old Jim. WASHINGTON —- The day after February began, So, old Jim Snyder is back again. He apparently I happened to be headed to Oregon. My airline rec- ability to feel harmonious and allow life to thinks he is making some great contribution to the H. J. Campbell Jr., P.E. unfold, perfectly. Hyde park, N.Y. ommended going by way of Dallas to avoid bad upcoming election. I suppose he believes that there weather in the Middle West. But Dallas turned out to Sometimes I need to take a very large step are people out there someplace who are so unsophis- back and look at the whole picture. Too often I be worse, and I was switched at the last minute to a ticated that someone might be influenced by his non- Column draws response flight by way of Chicago, whose weather had can get caught in the moment, in the corner, in sense, so he has ventured forth to do battle on his the shadow. If I can sufficiently remove myself To the editor improved to brisk winds and a temperature 16 below poor old broken-down gray horse. Forget it Jim, most The Islander zero. from the superficial details I then regain insight people are on to you. and wisdom. I begin to remember my true identi- This letter is in response to Steve Greenstein's Approaching Chicago in the evening, the pilot ty. No better, nor worse than you or anyone else. Jim has grabbed a page out of Slick Willie's and guest commentary, "Coping with Change." I believe announced that the flight would not go on to j People are different for many different reasons. Hillary's book — If the facts, or what was said Steve's comments were well-intended; however, my Portland, Oregon as scheduled. before, do not fit one's agenda, change them; proba- experience indicates that such views can be damaging He gave a gate number for a new flight. Alas, it It is not necessary to know what those reasons > are, or to understand them if we do. It is just our bly nobody will remember the truth. to a community or to any other organization. Indeed, already had departed and I would have to wait until responsibility to remember we are all in this He writes, "Remember why we elected Clinton? the local Sanibel government is a national leader in morning. together and we all simply do the best we know To straighten out our economy, which he did." He city government and is being copies by many com- The airline provided a voucher for a hotel room how in any given moment. There are no insignifi- forgets that he, Snyder, previously wrote that the rea- munities all over the United States. Not only has the near the airport. The taxicab driver resented the cant people. Mistakes are the building blocks of son Clinton was elected was that he was the best liar. local Sanibel government kept up with the times — cheap fare. He pulled up to an office building and told me the hotel was on the top floors. The security true wisdom. Even there, Snyder was wrong. It appears that he may but to a large extend it is ahead of the times. guard in the building laughed at my gullibility and It's important to be kind and understanding of have been biggest one but, assuredly, not the best. Over the past 15 years, I have specialized in the One other comment on the quote above about how directed me to the hotel, which was several blocks I was envious of the listeners. They were so dis- was reading the newspaper. And it said the tempera- ourselves when we falter. Self- judgement, self- application of new strategic management methods to away. condemnation, leads to judgement and condem- Clinton straightened out our economy: Most econo- non-traditional business organizations, such as couraged about politics in Washington that they hard- ture in Washington was 10 degrees below zero. That nation of others, which leads to separation and mists, both liberal and conservative, agree that the Walking with my heavy suitcase in the bitter wind ly thought about the weather or February (or any is the kind of thing that makes February not just the research labs, public schools, private colleges, and so (wind-chill factor 43 below zero, the radio said later), loneliness. If there were nothing for us to learn or turn around in the economy and the end of the reces- embarrassment they might feel when medical care longest month but the hardest to endure. forth. In my opinion, the vision statement, develop- I thought a lot about February and what it has meant accomplish in life, I feel quite sure we would not sion occurred in march 1992, nine months before takes over the whole federal budget). (Charles McDowell is a columnist for the ment for Sanibel is "world-class" and will be an to me over the years. be here. Earth is a schoolroom. Snyder's fair-haired boy arrived on the scene. The drive back to Portland was between ice storms Richmond Post-Dispatch.). extremely valuable tool to help guide Sanibel into the Even with a congealed mind, I found myself recit- If we have a serious accident in our car, we go Old Jim has an awesome grasp of economic and there was a sobering view of spun-out trucks and next century. ing grimly from my annual columns on February auto rear-enders. to the hospital, we are examined and given treat- "facts," all at great divergence with most economists, We all recognize as Steve does, that the future is ment for our injuries. We then have to allow time going back to the 1960s: February is longer than the At the hotel there were lessons on television on Wall STreet and the Federal Reserve Board. Amongst never the same as the past. However, the key words War of the Austrian Succession and less exhilarating for healing. If we have an accident in our life, in them are his thesis that interest rates are set by mone- how to walk on ice and frozen snow: wear golf shoes that come to my mind as I think about the future are: than the flu. and, when the ice is very hard, wear heavy socks Wanted: our emotions, in our affairs, we should, in the tary and not economic policies, whatever that means. manner, examine ourselves, acknowledge and Sanibel: Stick to your vision. It is not merely boring but baleful, the Silas over the golf shoes. I swear. This is buttressed by his opposing claim that ax cuts Stick to your mission. Marner of months, a month of Mondays, a month that treat the injury and allow time for the healing. will cause the Federal Reserve to increase rates. After Oregon I had an appointinent in Southern Guest columnists Build on your strengths. warms no heart but a virus's, a month that presents an California (With another group interested in politicsiin There's no point in pretending it didn't happen or These are revolutionary thoughts that he should make in blaming it on forces outside ourselves. Judge And "manage change" within those parameters. addled sequence of snow, sleet, rain, freezing rain, y^ashingtpn,: Going to, Palm Springs also, would ,pro- every effort to get to Wall Street and the Federal •The Islander is seeking' residents not; just look at what's happened, find the It seems to me that since our current form of gov- fog, freezing fog, melting and refreezing ice, floods, yjde a. chance tq,be fairj.to Febfuary;,in ;nay, JRSifS lessons and carry on the better for the experience. Reserve Board, the Board could then stop fumbling ernment is working extremely well — why change it. muds, drizzles...February is the weariest and dreari- observations; February has.tp.haye appsitive.side.,,, . wfioiaxe |ni$res.te4. In writing for the around with all those economic indicators. est, the bleakest month of all. .:••••'•:• ; : The tide is turning against professional politicians Well, the temperature: was 83 degrees in Palm newspaper. If you have an area of I sincerely believe it's fair to say there is no And when February provides a glimmer of sun- Jim also asks, "Why don't they attack Clinton's and towards unpaid citizen-councils or legislators — Springs and the air at twilight was clear and soft. expertise you think others would be sin, only mistakes. It's fair to say there is no shine, it is just a trick, an exercise in irony. wrong way, only right, better and best choices. record instead of cowardly attacking his wife?" Jim, and for a good reason. We, the people, know what we Once I got used to the idea of living in a hotel interested in, please contact Jimmy there are two reasons. Clinton does not really have Soon I was taking new notes on February while approached by Dinah Shore and Bing Crosby drives The more responsible our choices, the more sue-, want. We can then hire professional managers to tell flying to Oregon through assortments of weather that Espy at 472-5185 or 574-1110. cessful our lives. We learn as we go. In fact, there much of a record and Hillary arrived in Washington us how to achieve what we want —- and to oversee — and to being in a community of which the enter- and immediately and brazenly tried to take over a caused fascinating bumpiness for the airplane. From tainer Sonny Bono, now a freshman Republican con- are no comparisons to be made. We are all perfect implementation of programs to do so. I don't think Portland I was driven for two hours on a slushy high- in the moment and ever perfecting. substantial part of the government, convening highly we really want professional politicians to tell us both gressman, was mayor — I thought I would be thank- way through wind and freezing rain to a resort in the ful to February. But I was obsessed with having to secret meetings which were later held to be totally what we want and how to achieve it — that has got- hills overlooking the Pacific Ocean. There I made a leave for Washington just 14 hours after arriving. Charlene Black, a Sanibel resident, is a illegal. When one chooses to enter meetings which ten us into a lot of hot water. talk to a medical association about politics in So, on a shining morning, the taxi took me down licensed massage therapist. were later held to be totally illegal. When one choos- Robert A. Rightmire Washington. Dinah's own drive on the way to the airport. And I es to enter the arena seeking public opinion, one has Sanibel 10 THEISLANPER Tuesday, Feb. 20, 1996 - fteB. 2O-tW9tfr f Police beat Canadians turn to church Saturday, Feb. 10 — Police person at the time of the accident. On the hunt Thursday, Feb. 15 — Police responded to a complaint of a go-cart Monday, Feb. 12 — Sgt. J.G. responded to a report of illegally on Island Inn Road that left tire marks Phillips assisted alligator handler Bill • Victor Mayeron of Captiva was for mid-day meditation parked vehicles at Blind Pass and in a newly graded area. Mills with the capture of a 10-foot 2- issued a citation for careless .driving after rear-ending Melody C. Anderson issued 10 citations. By DOROTHY LIPOVENKO It's the groups' "oasis in the middle inch alligator at 848 Rabbit Road. The Toronto Globe and Mail of the week," said Wendy Murchy, the • Lorelle Lynn Stearns of animal was healthy and showed no fear of Captiva on Sanibel-Captiva Road. • Joe Willie Curry of Cape Coral TORONTO — At midday, ministry's executive director, noting Sacramento, Fla., was cited at 10:30 of humans. was cited for failure to use due care Canadians are turning to God and say- that they gather "in some of the biggest p.m. for driving 50 mph on Periwinkle • Jennifer Rae Bourassa of Fort ing: "Let's do lunch." Myers was cited for careless driving when turning and having no proof of boardrooms of downtown Halifax — Way. Tuesday, Feb. 13 — Robert L. In the cool hush of a downtown insurance, investment offices, advertis- Lambert of Glen Ellyn, 111., was issued after over-accelerating when leaving a insurance. While making a U-turn on Donax Street, he broad-sided a car dri- church, urban employees from ing." • Aaron R. Davis of Fort Myers was a citation for failure to yield after his parking lot on Periwinkle, running off Vancouver to Halifax are using their the roadway, striking a row of sea- ven by Marco Wong of Cape Coral And interest is growing. Two more cited oh San-Cap Road for 62 mph. car was hit on the passenger side by lunch break to pray or clear their head; Bible-study groups have started up in grapes and coming to rest on a group of causing $2,000 damage to Wong's car. Jennifer AnnMarie Maier of Fort in corporate boardrooms, executives in the past four months, and Murchy • Terry C. Hodder of Port Charlotte Myers. Lambert had been signalled to rocks. Bible study groups nibble sandwiches • Michael DiPasquale of Captiva plans another four this year. was cited for driving 57 mph on San- cross from Casa Ybel to Jerry's by a while debating how Christ handled • Patrick Anthony Stewart of received a warning for speed and a People say, "This is where I find the Cap Road and his suspended license stopped driver in the left-turn lane. stress or how Moses delegated respon- strength to face my work," she Colorado Springs, Colo., was cited for ticket for having no driver's license in was seized. When he proceeded across, Maier, who sibility. explained. exceeding a safe speed on San-Cap his possession. was going west on Periwinkle, hit him. "Some people pump iron at lunch. I Jennifer Marshall, 36, is a regular at Sunday, Feb. 11 — Guiseppe Gaias A total of $7,500 worth of damage was Road. come here and feed my soul," said Thursday's noon-hour communion ser- of Lehigh was stopped after running done to the two cars. Brian Smith, 38, a Royal Bank manag- vice in St. Andrew's Presbyterian the stop sign at Tarpon Bay and Palm er, after attending noon-hour mass at Church in downtown Toronto. Ridge roads, passing in a no passing Wednesday, Feb. 14 — Domingo Toronto's St. Stephen's Centre. "I pray Moments of contemplation in the zone and increasing his speed with an Pablo of Fort Myers was cited for dri- about my job at the bank. I pray for church prompted her, on one occasion, officer in pursuit. He was charged with ving with an expired tag at the corner Photo by Kathleen Blase guidance to make the right decisions." to change a business decision in which DUI after failing the field sobriety test of Tarpon Bay and Palm Ridge roads. He's not alone: Tucked into the Lydia Cook and her son Max , 3, search for shells Wednesday on the she felt she'd been too harsh. and blowing .169, .135 and .141 on the heart of Bay Street on the second floor "I looked up at the stained-glass Breathalyzer. • Early in the morning, two officers beach at Blind Pass Bridge. The Cooks live on Sanibel and in of an office building, the spacious Pennsylvania. windows of the Good Samaritan and escorted an 85-foot-long, 12-foot-wide, Roman Catholic chapel, open only on thought, 'There but for the grace of • Craig C. Davis of North Fort 70-ton vehicle from the toll booth to weekdays to serve Toronto's business God go I.' I apologized (to the person Myers was charged with passing in a Turner Beach. community, was packed at a recent involved), reversed my decision and no passing zone on Sanibel-Captiva 12:10 mass. felt better." Road. • Jason Brian Plucker of Fort Myers Good color combinations Across Canada, churches are open- Marshall first became intrigued was cited fro driving 62 mph in the 30 ing their doors for spiritual renewal at about 18 months ago by the sign St. • SPD officers responded to a report mph zone on Middle Gulf Drive at lunch hour (or after work, in the case Andrew's displays on its front steps. of an oil slick in the canal behind 11:30 a.m. key to succesful design of one Calgary church, to catch com- After thinking it over for a few Limpet Drive. The slick was obvious muters on their way home). They're months, she acted on its suggestion to and accompanied by the distinct odor • Five vehicles were cited for right- also inviting busy executives to discuss "take a quiet moment." of-way parking at Beachview Country By ROSEMARY FRIEDMANN of diesel fuel. No source for the oil Scripps Howard News Service ethical dilemmas at organized Twice a week, rain or shine, she Club. Club officials were advised to get could be found on the bank between Some say love makes the world go iiiiilil lunchtime gatherings. Members of all now walks the several blocks from her right-of-way parking permits in the 848 Limpet and 776 Limpet. The Coast 'round. I'll go along with that. Love denominations — or no denomination office at the Skydome, where she Guard and Florida Marine Patrol also future. has many faces: the face of a person, — are welcome. books television crews. She finds the responded to the call. For many, the spiritual interlude is a time alone in a pew soothing. "It's • Michael David Seamans of Cape the face of art, the face of music ... even In the end, just about Decorative fish on display at the Rotary Fair. the face of color. anything goes with any- welcome relief from the pressures of important in a very stressful environ- • Sanibel-Captiva Road was the Coral was cited for failure to obey an work. ment to walk away from it, to distance location for tickets received by James officer's stop signal at the intersection Deep subjects, each and every one of thing, although some the them. So let's narrow our conversa- Rev. Peter Elliott, dean of Christ yourself." Allen Franzoni of Hunt Valley, Md., for of Causeway Road and Periwinkle Way combinations are more Church Cathedral in Vancouver, sees Whether people are religious or not, driving 57 mph; Scott A. Desrosiers of after hitting the Sanibel Flower Sanibel-Captiva Rotary Club Fair: tion to the latter. The right color combination is eye appealing than oth- "lots and lots of business people ... Rev. Peter Wyatt suggests, church North Oxford, Mass., for driving 65 Company's van and causing $2,000 from all levels of corporate life" at his lunch breaks are a quest for a tranquili- mph; and Travis A. Massingill of Fort damage. He also received a citation for imperative to good design. We all, of One of the top three on record course, know that rule. What we don't ers. midday services and lunchtime discus- ty that is being lost. "Silence is almost Myers for proceeding at 67 mph. having no proof of insurance on his sion groups. By Frank Wagner Southwest Florida. Competition is always agree on is the question that Black, white and gray go well a grace in Toronto," the United Church "They had a rough meeting, they Islander staff writer automatically follows: What are the minister said. Sunday, the one day that stiff and only a limited number are together, too. This combination gives a take the elevator downstairs, they All of the elements for a fine fair used to have a rhythm different from chosen each year. The only shoo-ins, right color combinations? sophisticated and. very contemporary come in here, say a prayer and get in were on tap at this year's Sanibel- the rest of the week, no longer has that or definite entries, for the 1997 fair In the end, just about anything goes look to the room. A bedspread in touch with some deeper and more eter- Captiva Rotary Club Arts and Crafts are those who won one of the rib- with anything, although some combi- black/white/gray plaid would bring feel, he said. Foundation. Tim Gardner and the late nal values." why these creatures seem to live only Fair at Sanibel Elementary School. bons. Even though some exhibitors nations are more eye appealing than this room to life. It gives a handsome Spiritual sustenance at lunch was in Gumbo Limbo Lake, one of the R. Tucker Abbott acted as research Others use it to help adjust to trau- not what Trish Gardham was looking : Mother Nature and all of her cohorts have been entered year after year, others. look without being overpoweringly resources. matic shifts in their career. For a cou- for when she spotted Christ Church cleanest on the island. were highly cooperative in making they must yearly go through the masculine. Add black leather chairs, Calinski uses other species of mus- J.P. lives with his grandparents, Let's talk about gray and some of ple of people who'd been "down- Cathedral's bulletin board for noon the 1996 fair one of the top three on entire entry procedure all over again. the colors that might be used with it. chrome frames around pictures and sels in his experimental tanks at the Bonnie and Jon Liljequist, on Sanibel. record, according to club officials. sized," the cathedral became part of communion service. New to This year's Blue Ribbon winners Starting out with a slate gray-colored that same plaid used for an uphol- their re-entry into the work force, Vancouver and her job, missing her After those wicked cold snaps that were: Creative Crafts — Lily Yao; bedroom set, the carpet might be stered cornice over the windows and kept the general public out of the Elliott recalled. They'd arrive at noon network of friends and family, the ex- Two Dimensional Art — Janet Fort; white, the walls white and the window this room is ready for display in a mag- every day en route from a program to Montrealer needed a quiet place to sit Traffic great outdoors, Saturday and Sunday, and Three Dimensional Art — Pati treatments white. The beauty here is in azine. Feb. 10 and 11, were picture perfect help them find employment, and and think. Stajcar. the simplicity. This room would come Though not seen as often now as it they'd tell him: "This place is really have and won't have traffic lights and, years, it looks as though we're going to days. In fact they were a little like "I didn't care if it was Anglican or a Rotarian Jim .Guilfoyle confirmed across- as serene, a perfect getaway was about 15 years ago, gray coupled important while I reorient my life." Jewish temple; I just needed a place to although the idea of rotaries has been have what we used to call perpetual Goldilocks porridge: not too hot, not the fact that, although the attendance from the rest of the world. with yellow make a smashing combi- explored, I don't see them in place gridlock for the next couple of months. too cold, but just right. "It's made a big difference in my contemplate. The anonymity was very figures were not the best ever, earn- But if just gray and white seem bor- nation. There's something playful work week," said Cathy Larade, 31, a important. I didn't want anyone to talk anytime in the near future. Just smile and be patient and remem- The only snafu on opening day ings from admission fees, food and ing, then add accents to the room of about these colors when used together. legal secretary who attends one of 12 to me," said the 33-year-old sales rep- "Season is, in fact, here — sudden- ber 'If you're in a hurry, you shouldn't was an unexpected deluge of traffic other sundry income made it the most raspberry and blue. The blue should Playful without being childish. ly," he continued, "and, although it be on Sanibel!'" * lunch-hour Bible study groups orga- resentative for satellite phone services. early on. Parking along the road area financially successful fair to date, He have some gray in it, to blend agree- The yellow should be one of the col- nized in the office towers of downtown hasn't been too bad the last couple of had been banned this year and, to At the time, "there'd been a five- to also said: "For some strange reason, ably with the gray already established ors in a patterned fabric. Too much yel- Halifax by the interdenominational six-year gap when I didn't do much in compensate, arrangements had been the 1992 hair had the highest record- in the furniture. White carpet too low could give too harsh of a look. City Centre Ministry. made with nearby neighbors, but the terms of being a practicing Christian." ed attendance." scary? Try a light slate blue carpet that (Rosemary Sadez Friedmann, a member "To take that break in the middle of influx of early fairgoers was so great, But she was instantly attracted by After talking with many of the complements the bedroom set. Color of the American Society of Interior the day and just go and sit. It's nice to even that didn't solve the problem. the 106-year-old cathedral's calm, Windy Meadows Pottery exhibitors, the general consensus was the walls a grayed-white and use vari- Designers, is president of Rosemary Sadez come together with like-minded people Shortly after noon things calmed relaxing atmosphere. "It softens your that it was a great two days for gener- ous shades of blue and gray as accents. Friedmann, Inc., in Naples, Fla.) and have some quiet time." whole being." —TRUNK SHOW— down. The outgoing traffic matched al sales. People were loosening their the incoming and there was plenty of purse strings and buying. And joy of 472-5800 February 20 & 21, 1996 available space. joys, the smell of plastic permeated 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This year's exhibitors, some 130 the air. THE THE SILVER WEIGHT Loss SYSTEM strong, came from Maine, California, Proceeds from the fair are used to RENT BOATS Washington, Canada, Florida and all meet community needs, to fund local ISLANDER stops in-between. JENSEN'S TWIN PALM 95% SUCCESS RATE scholarships, and for human service RESORT AND MARINA They filled the grounds of the needs world wide. On Site FDA APPROVED s Sanibel Elementary School with Since 1983, the Sanibel Captiva Nutritional Counseling NO WILLPOWER quality arts and crafts that included Rotary has distributed more than Providing Water Taxi To Outer Islands .,'• "••^SBSSk y Bobbie Sharp Butter to grease a 1 1/2-quart casserole Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees Christie mystery to set box office phones a-jingling, for the other, was not at its mesmerizing best. If you love a mystery, and who doesn't, make it a don't?). One that I found completely unfascinating advance ticket sales jumping and the sign reading — Possibly the scenic and lighting design by Richard point to see Ten Little Indians at the Pirate Playhouse was very cutesy: Cindy's Itty Bitty Baking Book. Cook the potato in boiling water until just tender. Drain. Place in bottom of buttered casserole and put This performance completely sold out — displayed Crowell had something to do with the general spirit regardless of my personal reservations. You have That one I'd avoid. for a long time yet. nightly. This is certainly what has happened at the of the playing. There was a great lack of eeriness or until March 9. Unfortunately, the last catalog consisted of pages onion slices on top. Layer ham on that. This past January there was an article in the food Melt butter in saucepan and, when hot and foamy, Pirate Playhouse on Periwinkle Way. feeling of solid solemnity that dominated last sea- Performance schedule is 8 p.m. Monday through and pages of how to cook healthy and be a good veg- section of The New York Times on what foods are in whisk in flour. The current Christie thriller at the Pirate Playhouse son's set forThe Mousetrap .The final scenes demand- Saturday with 2 p.m. matinees on Wednesday and etarian. At our ages, I am not enchanted by either, and what are out. Kiwi is out. Well.too bad; I like isTen Little Indians. The plot is a classic example of Cook, stirring, two minutes. Whisk in half-and- ed down-lighting, bordering on darkness, only forti- Thursday. Admission is $22 (evenings) and $17 although I realize there are different strokes for dif- kiwi fruit and will continue to. Pasta is now in — the talented work of the world-famous mystery writ- half, salt, pepper and nutmeg. Cook, stirring, over fied by the glow of candles. (matinees). ferent folks. I love good food and expect to keep right over-abundantly. I agree. ing Dame. It is neatly contrived, well set-up in the medium heat until sauce thickens a bit. Stir in cheese, I would feel totally remiss if I did not praise the The number to call for reservations is 472-0006 on cooking and eating all those marvelous goodies Sorbets with fresh herbs are out. Quinoa and spelt acceptable period of time and gradually unraveled to mustard and chili powder. Stir until cheese melts. outstanding performance by Neils Miller as Sir and all major credit cards are accepted. are in, as they are supposed to be good for you. Anne your constant confusion, amazement and enjoyment. Pour over potato, onion and ham layers. Bake one- Willians — cook, author, teacher and a person I It manages to hold your attention until the very last half hour. Serves 2-3. Bocilla Point ^mr" Vacation Rentals greatly admire — says, "Forget white chocolate; it moment when the secret is revealed and a suspenseful Laura Stern to wed tastes like wax." Julia Child, the doyenne of modern conclusion has been reached. Usually, it is a satisfy- We are fruit fanatics, and the following is very American cooking, claims she wants less processed ing game of cat and mouse even through you are Steven Burton easy. Only catch — it should be made at the last food and more fresh ingredients. I agree. Salsas, familiar with the jist of the story line and actually moment, as the bananas will brown. coulis and tomatillos are still big. know who-done-it. Mr. and Mrs. Jerrold Stern of Sanibei One of the few sweet desserts I love is definitely Bananas with Kirschwasser For those of you who may not be familiar with this have announced the engagement of out — Tiramisu. In February 1993, a very thoughtful bit of British mayhem, the story concerns itself with their daughter, Laura Melissa Stern reader, Mrs. Edna Acquavelle, sent me her recipe ... 4 bananas, peeled and cut into quarters 3 tablespoons butter the systematic and fiendish of Summit, N.J., to Steven Burton of Well, I finally made it (you can never say I rush into demise of a group of house guests in the living New Providence, N.J. Burton is the anything), and it is marvelous. Belated thanks, Edna. 1/4 cup dark brown sugar 1/4 cup Kirschwasser room of a house on Indian Island, off the coast of son of Dr. and Mrs. Gilbert Burton of I receive so many good recipes in the mail that it Devon, England. takes me a lot of time to analyze and do them. Some I 1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted in 1 tablespoon Mountainside, N.J. Stern, a graduate butter A large cast of Pirate Playhouse favorites were can use, some I cannot. Hers was definitely in with involved in the action. That list included Phillip of Carnegie Mellon University, is me. 1 cup cream, whipped global special events manager for Melt butter in saute pan. When foamy, add Burrill, Carrie Lund, Trip Plymale, Debra Whitfield, Bocilla Point is a place for those who treasure I am fascinated by food fashions. Most of us eat Wayne Tetrick, Kevin Pottorf, Thomas M. Reiff, John AT&T in Morristown, N.J. Burton, a the foods we like whether they are in or out. bananas. Toss to coat and lightly tan. Add sugar and nature. Two new vacation homes built in the Old stir to coat. When sugar melts, add Kirschwasser and Wyatt, Jane Bushway, Niels Miller and Terry Sneed. graduate of Wake Forest University, Florida Style of architecture lie on the tranquil Here is a good old-fashioned one-dish meal. I The quality of the performances ranged from is an account manager for Lehman found it in the very first cookbook I ever bought. flame. Place in serving dish and add almonds. Serve north shore of Pine Island. Amenities include a with whipped cream. Serves 4. superb to satisfactory. I personally felt a tremendous Brothers in New York City. A fall heated pool and boat dock. Each unit is beautifully lack of tension and involvement in individual perfor- wedding is planned. furnished, and fully equipped offering 3 bedrooms, Ham and Potato Casserole mances as well as a general lethargy in ensemble 1 large baking potato, peeled and thinly diced Bobbie Sharp has been cooking for family and 2 baths and a private deck. $1,100 weekly and off- friends for over 50 years. She and her husband, playing. Live theater always has that possibility of season rates. 1/2 cup onion, thinly sliced 1/2 pound ham, thinly sliced (preferably, coun- Thomas, are long-time Sanibel Island residents, orig- For Details & Reservations, inally from Berwyn, Pa. Call (941) 283-2600 try ham) Sports Shorts

The Beachview Women's Golf a huge success by the United Way of Food For Association played a Lads and Lassies Lee County as 50 players took to the Valentine Tournament Feb. 14. Ken court in women's, men's and/or mixed . Thought Karasin, Barbara McGuffin and Kandy doubles competition. The event was a Sanger captured first place in the 18- benefit for the United Way. By Paul Gaeta hole scramble with a net score of 47. Sanibel volunteers Michael and Ed O'Neil, Margie Lee and Mary Jane Maureen Valiquette, co-captains of this Preston copped second with a 49. Three year's event, raised $2,200 in local Cooking spray is a handy substitute for butter or margarine to grease teams shot 50s to share third: Jim sponsorships. Aiding the Valiquettes Hornbrook, Val Sadd and Ruth Reik; the bottom and sides of a cake pan. Clean-up will be easier if you were Dunes tennis pro Terry See and Hertz Pryzant, Maureen Hawthorne and another Sanibel volunteer, Toni Lapi. spray over the sink. Henny Karasin; and Dick Hawthorne, Overall, the event raised $3,500 for * * * Alfie Sheft and Marilyn Schroer. the United Way's 1995 campaign. The Marilyn Schroer also captured an Want something warm to drink on a cold day? Heat together equal United Way assists over 120,000 Lee This Week's Health Tip by: award for the longest drive for the County residents annually. parts of lemonade and apple juice. Garnish with a slice of lemon. women. Bill Alquist earned the men's Approximately 700 of those receiv- The International Medical & Health Education Center honor for the longest drive. Margie Lee * * * ing assistance reside on Sanibel and Sanibel and Captiva Islands are without a doubt two immediately to the nearest medical facility. that they are allergic to the lotion and not the sun. If in won closest to the pin honors. Captiva. The taste and texture of fresh fruit is delightful with grilled tuna. of the most beautiful islands in the world. Yet there are STING RAY: The Gulf is basically one of the safest doubt, consult a physician. several local medical problems with which tourists are swimming areas in the world. But, at certain times of the DRUGS AND SUN: People taking certain drugs who Favorite go-togethers include grapefruit sections or a tangy chutney The Dunes Men's Golf Association In 1996 Sanibel Coed Volleyball not familiar, although overall they are rare, it is wise to year sting rays appear near shore. The sting ray basically go sunning may experience a photo allergic or photocix of mango and red pepper. played a Two Man, Best Ball event League action Wednesday, Feb. 14, at be aware of them. flees from man. However, if surprised, it will elevate its reaction to their skin. A list of these follows: Oral Thursday, Feb. 15. In 18-hole play, the Sanibel Rec Center, Gilligans *• * * ALLIGATORS: In general they retreat from humans; stinger. The swimmer will feel a sharp pain and begin to contraceptives, Estrogen, Progesterone, Orinase, Steve Reynolds and Knud Christenson defeated the Sanibel Fire Department, however, do not approach them too closely for they have bleed. In such an event, go directly for medical attention. Diabinase, Diuril, Esidrex, Oretic, Hydromox, Librium, Some small companies in Italy still make Gorgonzola cheese by the finished first in A Flight after a score- 15-13, 15-12 and 15-5; Snook Motel great speed on land or in the water. And most of all, The puncture wound left by the stinger contains a sheath, Compazine, Phenergan, Quinidine, Tofranil, Sparine, old method, leaving it to nature to supply the mold that creates the card play off with Frank Casavell and topped Island Condo Maintenance, 10- NEVER feed an alligator. An alligator befriended by ocean debris and a toxin. Medical attention is needed to Stelazine, Temeril, Thorazine, Trilafon, Triavil, Etrafon, Al Horst. Both teams shot 68s. In B blue markings and the cheese's distinctive flavor. Most inject 15, 15-10 and 15-7; and, Sanibel Arms man is a dangerous alligator. In fact, do not approach clean and care for the wound. To avoid sting rays, shuffle Vesprin, Benadryl, Sulfa, Griseofulvin, Aureomycin, Flight, Bruce Sprinkle and Gerhart West/Loco's Tavern tripped Brucebilt any wild animals — they could have rabies (e.g., your feet as you enter the water to given them time to run. Terramycin, Delomycin, Small pox vaccine, Imuran. peru'dllium glaucum during the cheese making process." Sachs also won in a scorecard show- Hit Squad, 10-15, 15-6 and 15-11. raccoons, etc.). SUNTAN LOTIONS: Year round we have beautiful down over Dave Reynolds and Dick * * * Last week, Wednesday, Feb. 7, SNAKES: There are snakes in the wetlands and Gulf sunshine. Many Smith. Both twosomes carded 72s. Delicious dessert treat: Molasses butter cream for a layer cake. Beat a Sanibel Arms West/Loco's Tavern elsewhere. However, only two are toxic to man: the visitors use lotion Baldy Avery and Clem Werner topped swept Island Condo Maintenance, 15- rattlesnake and the coral snake. Snake bites are before going to the The International Medical & Health Education Center cup of butter and 8 ounces light cream cheese; add 1 pound C Flight with a 77. Earning second 10, 15-9 and 15-5; Brucebilt Hit Squad extremely rare. If bitten, try to identify the snake and go beach only to discover confectioner's sugar and 1/4 cup light molasses. Spread on cake. were Howard Dwer and Dave Misner followed suit by sweeping Sanibel Fire 4301 Sanibel-Captiva Rd with an 82. Jim Laramie and Sam Clark Department, 15-13, 15-2 and 15-4; and Practicing Since 1986 edged Bob Cope and Tony Schiavetti Snook Motel toppled Gilligans, 15-9, Please... Walk-In Clinic for top honors in D Flight in a score- 16-14 and 9-15. . J. GAYDO&D.O. card play off. Both teams finished with Do Not Collect Urgent Care, Family Practice, Physicals League play will continue FAMILY MEDICINE ^ 80 scores. THEJ^SANDA Wednesday, Feb. 21, with Snook Motel Live Shells - F n n D » STEAKS v. SPIRITs p j S Services by Appointment 1223 PERIWINKLE WAY, SANIBEL IStAND In nine-hole play, Bill Thomas and iMNIfl E WAY. SANIBEL ISIAND T3 472-1771 taking on Brucebilt Hit Squad at 6:30 You May Be "Board Certified Fred Glazer were first with a 32. Two p.m., Island Condo Maintenance squar- Acupuncture, Cardiology, Chiropractic, Podiatry, Therapeutic Massage shots back in second were Geo Koury ing off with Gilligans at 7:30 and Killing Family Practice Massage £st. #MM0006293 McT's and Bob Rawlins. Board eligible osteopathic manual medicltn pfjou Sanibel Arms West/Loco's Tavern bat- Someone's Medicare and Most Insurances Accepted Tavern tling Sanibel Fire Department at 8:30. 472-3200 SEAFOOD EMPORIUM The Dunes Golf & Tennis Club's Additional information is available Mother!! 941-395-WEIL (9355) 1523 Periwinkle Way 472-1366 annual tennis tournament held Saturday from league organizer Frank Vetter at 2426 PALM RIDGE ROAD •HABLAMOSESPANOL' 472-3161 Corner of Tarpon Bay Rd & Periwinkle Way and Sunday, Jan. 27 and 28, was called 482-6484 or 332-9137. T 14' ' TaMdaOf Febl 20199* '" Tuesday. Feb 20. THE-tat-ANBBR COMMUNITY CALENDAR Conservation Foundation is offered at 10 a.m., 11 a.m., LIVING AGAIN — FISH-sponsored support group for Captiva Cruises' Lady Chadwick, departs at 4 p.m. from Commerce. Call 472-6374 for information. TUESDAY and 2 p.m. Monday through Saturday. grief recovery meets at 10:30 a.m. at the Sanibel South Seas Plantation on Captiva. Please call 472-5300. ISLAND TROLLEY TOURS — Sanibel Trolley offers a Community Church. Call Topper Schram at 395-0130 or WALK IN THE WETLANDS — A guided, exploratory trip narrated tour of Sanibel and Captiva. Find out about the ISLAND TROLLEY TOURS — Sanibel Trolley offers a AEROBICS — Sanibel Fitness Center hosts various pro- FISH at 472-0404. through the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation is islands and what they are all about. $10 for adults; narrated tour of Sanibel and Captiva. Find out about the grams: Nice 'n Easy at 7:10 a.m.; Mixed Impact Aerobics AA — Open meeting at 8 p.m. at St. Michael and All offered daily at 8:45 a.m. Meet at the Nature Center prior departs at TO a.m. and 1 p.m. from Chamber of Angels Episcopal Church. islands and what they are all about. $10 for adults; at 9 a.m.; Body Shaping at 10:15 a.m.; Short Step at CHILDREN'S ART — BIG Arts' drawing and painting to the walk. Commerce. Call 472-6374 for information. departs at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. from Chamber of 11:30 a.m. and Mixed Impact Aerobics at 6 p.m. Free to class with Marjorie Bronsted runs from 10:45 a.m. to Commerce. Call 472-6374 for information. members. Call 395-2639. 12:15 p.m. $8 per session. Call 395-0900 for information. AEROBICS — Sanibel Fitness Center hosts various pro- CAREGIVERS — FISH-sponsored support group meets SUNDAY grams: Nice 'n Easy at 7:10 a.m.; Mixed Impact Aerobics the fourth Tuesday of each month, 10:30 a.m., at the BRIDGE VIDEO — Island Seniors view video about the WHEELS FOR LIFE - The Edison Regional Bloodmobile at 9 a.m.; Body Shaping at 10:15 a.m.; Short Step at home of Topper Schram on Bunting Lane. Call 395-0130 CROW TOURS — CROW welcomes visitors Monday game of bridge at 12:30 p.m. at the Island Civic Center. will be at Bailey's Store in Bailey's Plaza on Periwinkle FRIDAY 11:30 a.m. and Mixed Impact Aerobics at 6 p.m. Free to or 472-0404 for more information. Call 472-5643 for information. through Friday for a guided daily tour at 1 p.m. Sundays. members. Call 395-2639. Way from 8 a.m. to noon. The Bloodmobile will be at Tours of the wildlife rescue facility begin in the education Jerry's Food's Shopping Center on Periwinkle Way from 1 SANIBEL-CAPTIVA CHAPTER OF AARP — Meets the SANIBEL-CAPTIVA ORCHID SOCIETY — Meets the pavilion and proceed through the outside compound. A A — Closed women's meeting at 10 a.m. at Sanibel third Monday of the month, 1:30 p.m., at the Sanibel BRIDGE FOR FUN — Island Seniors session begins at 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. second Friday of each month through May, at 1:30 p.m. p.m. at the Island Civic Center. Call 472-5743. at the Sanibel Civic Center, Palm Ridge Rd. and Library Each tour takes about 1 hour. Congregational United Church of Christ. Library, Sept. through May. For more information please call 472-6940. SENIORS AEROBICS — Island Seniors aerobics class Way. (For specific information on upcoming meetings call CAREGiVERS — FISH-sponsored support group meets AA — Closed meeting at 9 a.m. at Captiva Community SENIORS AEROBICS — Island Seniors aerobics class Special — Orchid Classes by Scheiter & Granberry, begins at 10 a.m. at the Island Civic Center. $2 for mem- Dorothy Shelton at 472-5517). All members of the the fourth Tuesday of each month, 10:30 a.m., at the National organization are urged to take advantage of the Center. begins at 10 a.m. at the Island Civic Center. $2 for mem- Monday, 10 a.m., beginning Feb. 12, through March 18, bers; $4 for non-members. Call 472-5743 for information. home of Topper Schram on Bunting Lane. Call 395-0130 many services, such as 55Alive Defensive Driving Course bers; $4 for non-members. Call 472-5743 for information, at the Sanibel Library. Reservations are required, call Dr. or 472-0404 for more information. and more. 'STEP' IN SHAPE — Marie Mailloux's low impact exer- offered. Faye Granberry at 472-6940. CROW TOURS — CROW welcomes visitors Monday cise class for all levels and ages will be held at 9 a.m. at through Friday for a guided daily tour at 11 a.m. Tours of NATURE CRUISE — Sanibel-Captiva Conservation CROW TOURS — CROW welcomes visitors Monday the Sanibel Rec Center. $3 donation requested/free PAINTING & DRAWING — Gale Bennett teaches class Foundation's one-hour natural history boat cruise aboard the wildlife rescue facility begin in the education pavilion babysitting available. Call 395-2543 for information. at BIG Arts from 1 to 4 p.m. Call 395-0900 for informa- and proceed through the outside compound. Each tour through Friday for a guided daily tour at 11 a.m. Captiva Cruises' Lady Chadwick, departs at 4 p.m. from Tours of the wildlife rescue facility begin in the education tion. TUESDAY takes about 1 hour. STEP AEROBICS — Workout class at the Sanibel South Seas Plantation on Captiva. Please call 472-5300. pavilion and proceed through the outside compound. Fitness Center begins at 9 a.m. Free to members. Call NATURE CRUISE— Sanibel-Captiva Conservation CROW TOURS — CROW welcomes visitors Monday NEWCOMERS LUNCHEON — The first Wednesday of Each tour takes about 1 hour. SANIBEL BIKE CLUB — meets every Tuesday; the first 395-2639. Foundation's one-hour natural history boat cruise aboard through Friday for a guided daily tour at 11 a.m. Tours of the month at Tarwinkles. Everyone is welcome. Call Tuesday a covered dish meeting, 6 p.m.; second, third, SELF IMPROVEMENT — "Twelve Steps for Everyone" Captiva Cruises' Lady Chadwick, departs at 4 p.m. from the wildlife rescue facility begin in the education pavilion Marianne at 395-2457. STEP- AEROBICS — Low impact, step training workout and fourth Tuesday at 8 a.m., at Skip One Restaurant. meets at 11 a.m. at Sanibel Community Church. Call 472- South Seas Plantation on Captiva. Please call 472-5300. and proceed through the outside compound. Each tour at the Sundial Resort at 9:30 a.m. $3. Call 472-4151, For more information call 477-8600. 2684 for information. takes about 1 hour. AA — Wednesday Women's group meets at 7:30 p.m. at extension 3815. AA — Open discussion meeting at 6:30 p.m. at Captiva the Sanibel Congregational Church WALK IN THE WETLANDS — A guided interpretive tour AA — Closed men's discussion meeting at Sanibel Community Center. HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY OF THE ISLANDS — of the nature center and trails at the Sanibel-Captiva WATER AEROBICS— The pool at the Rec Center on Meets the first Tuesday of the month, 10 a.m., at the NATURE CRUISE — Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Congregational United Church of Christ at noon, Conservation Foundation is offered at 10 a.m., 11 a.m., San-Cap Road is reserved for an Island Seniors water FITNESS WALKING — Sundial Beach Resort offers Sanibel Library. For more information on garden tours Foundation's daily one-hour natural history boat cruise and 2 p.m. Monday through Saturday. aerobics program at 10 a.m. $1 per session. Call the Rec invigorating, morning, walking workout starting at 8 a.m. please call 472-6940. Guests are welcome; no reserva- aboard Captiva Cruises' Lady Chadwick, departs at 4 TOT'S ART — Marjorie Bronsted teaches BIG Arts' Center at 472-0345 or Island Seniors at 472-5743. Course varies from beach to nature trails on Sanibel. $3. tions required. p.m. from South Seas Plantation on Captiva. Please call course for youngsters 5 to 6 years of age from 1 to 2 p.m. AL-ANON — Group meets at 8 p.m. at Sanibel $8 per class. Call 395-0900. for information, call 472-4151, extension 3815. Community Church. 472-5300. SANIBEL BIKE CLUB — meets every Tuesday; the first COUNTRY LINE DANCING — The American Legion MONDAY AL-ANON — Group meets at 8:30 a.m. at Sanibel Tuesday a covered dish meeting, 6 p.m.; second, third, AA — Closed discussion meeting at Sanibel and fourth Tuesday at 8 a.m., at Skip One Restaurant. Post #123 on Sanibel offers country line dancing every Community Church. Congregational United Church of Christ at 8 p.m. THURSDAY WOMAN'S GUILD - The Women's Guild of St.lsabel For more information call 477-8600. Friday from 7 to 9 p.m. The sessions are under the direc- Chuch of Sanibel will host a meeting featuring guest tion of Sandra Dee. Call 472-9979 for information. WALK IN THE WETLANDS — A guided interpretive tour MADD - The next General Membership Meeting of speaker Kathy Miller, Executive Director of the Right to of the nature center and trails at the Sanibel-Captiva BODYWALK — Sanibel Fitness Center program runs Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD), will be at 7:30 DUPLICATE BRIDGE — At the Sanibel Community Life and president of the newly opened Lifeline Family from 10:30 to 12:30 p.m. Free to members; $3 for non- WALK IN THE WETLANDS — A guided interpretive tour Conservation Foundation is offered at 10 a.m., 11 a.m., p.m., 1620 Medical Lane, Ft. Myers. For more informa- Association with Sterling Bassett each Thursday, 1:30 Center. The meeting is set for 9 a.m. in the church hall. members. Call 395-BODY. of the nature center and trails at the Sanibel-Captiva and 2 p.m. Monday through Saturday. tion call 936-2902. p.m. Also offered on Mondays. Conservation Foundation is offered at 10 a.m., 11 a.m., DUPLICATE BRIDGE — At the Sanibel Community CROW TOURS — CROW welcomes visitors Monday BRIDGE VIDEO — Island Seniors view video about the BODY TONE CLASS — With Deenah Findley at the and 2 p.m. Monday through Saturday. FRIENDLY FACES LUNCHEON — will be held at noon, Association with George Emerson each Monday, 7:30 through Friday for a guided daily tours at 11 a.m. Tours of game of bridge at 12:30 p.m. at the Island Civic Center. at the Vineyard on the Islands, 4115 Sanibel Captiva Rd. Sanibel Community Association, Thursdays, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Also available on Thursdays. Call 472-5643 for information. SCHOOL AGE STORY HOUR — Sanibel Library pro- the wildlife rescue facility begin in the education pavilion Visitors and Islanders are welcome. For more information p.m. gram for youngsters in kindergarten, first and second and proceed through the outside compound. Each tour call 472-4861. SHELLCRAFTERS WORKSHOP — At the Sanibel WALK IN THE WETLANDS — A guided interpretive tour grades begins at 3 p.m. Cali 472-2483. takes about 1 hour. ISLAND TROLLEY TOURS — Sanibel Trolley offers a Community Association, Monday, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. of the nature center and trails at the Sanibel-Captiva daily narrated tour of Sanibel and Captiva. Find out about CROW TOURS — CROW welcomes visitors Monday 'STEP' IN SHAPE — Marie Mailloux's low impact exer- Conservation Foundation is offered at 10 a.m., 11 a.m., the islands and what they are all about. $10 for adults; NATURE CRUISE — Sanibel-Captiva Conservation through Friday for a guided daily tour at 11 a.m. Tours of NATURE CRUISE— Sanibel-Captiva Conservation cise class for all levels and ages will be held at 9 a.m. at and 2 p.m. Monday through Saturday. the wildlife rescue facility begin in the education pavilion departs at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. from Chamber of Foundation's one-hour natural history boat cruise aboard Foundation's one-hour natural history boat cruise aboard Captiva Cruises' Lady Chadwick, departs at 4 p.m. from the Sanibel Rec Center. $3 donation requested/free and proceed through the outside compound. Each tour Commerce. Call 472-6374 for information. Captiva Cruises' Lady Chadwick, departs at 4 p.m. from BRIDGE FOR FUN — Island Seniors session begins at 1 South Seas Plantation on Captiva. Please call 472-5300. babysitting available. Call 395-2543 for information. takes about 1 hour. South Seas Plantation on Captiva. Please call 472-5300. p.m. at the Island Civic Center. Call 472-5743 for informa- STEP AEROBICS — Sanibel Fitness. Center holds step tion. WALK IN THE WETLANDS — A guided interpretive tour ISLAND TROLLEY TOURS — Sanibel Trolley offers a AA—Closed step meeting at 8 p.m. at Sanibel aerobics at 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. Free to members. Call 395- of the nature center and trails at the Sanibel-Captiva narrated tour of Sanibel and Captiva. Find out about the Congregational United Church of Christ on Sanibel. 2639. NATURE CRUISE — Sanibel-Captiva Conservation islands and what they are all about. $10 for adults; Conservation Foundation is offered at 10 a.m., 11 a.m., Foundation's one-hour natural history boat cruise aboard and 2 p.m. Monday through Saturday. departs at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. from Chamber of ISLAND TROLLEY TOURS — Sanibel Trolley offers a Captiva Cruises' Lady Chadwick, departs at 4 p.m. from Commerce. Call 472-6374 for information.AA •— Open STEP- AEROBICS— Low impact, step training workout LENTEN BREAKFAST - Sanibel Congregational United narrated tour of Sanibel and Captiva. Find out about the . at the Sundial Resort at 9:30 a.m. $3. Call 472-4151, South Seas Plantation on Captiva. Please call 472-5300. LINE DANCING — No partners needed to enjoy coun- meeting is held at 6:30 p.m. at Sanibel Community Church of Christ is hosting a Lenten breakfast at 8:30 islands and what they are all about. $10 for adults; extension 3815. a.m. in the church's Fellowship Hall.The public is invited. try/western line dancing each Thursday with Island Church. departs at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. from Chamber of Following a continental breakfast, a program will be con- Seniors' instructor David Bennett. Beginners at 2 p.m. at ducted by Dr. Randall H.Niehoff, senior minister, and Island Civic Center. $2 for members; $4 for non-mem- SANIBEL HAMS — Sanibel Emergency Radio Amateur church member Tina Hillebrandt. Non members should- bers. Call 472-5743. Unit is on the air at 7:30 p.m. Sanibel frequency: 146.79, notify the church in advance at 472-0497. pi of 173.8. Unit welcomes check-ins by visiting hams. OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS — Meeting each Call Jerry Deutscher, KQ4UW, at 472-5130. KIWANIS — Club members meet Wednesday for break- Thursday for those people who desire to stop eating com- AA — Closed discussion meeting at 8 p.m. at St. Michael fast at 7:30 a.m. at the Hungry Heron. Visiting Kiwanis pulsively begins at 7:30 p.m. at St. Isabel's Catholic and All Angels Episcopal Church. welcome. Call 472-1537. Church at 3995 Sanibel-Captiva Rd. For information, call 395-0063. ROTARY — Island club meets for breakfast each Friday DING DARLING BEACH WALK — A beach walk led by at 7:30 a.m. at the Hungry Heron restaurant. Visiting Charles LeBuff and sponsored by the "Ding" Darling NATIONAL MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS SOCIETY — meets Rotarians welcome. Call 395-0512. The Islander Wildlife Society. This is an historical and ecological pro- the third Thursday of each month at St. Hilary's Episcopal m. and 1 to 4 p.m. $35 per person. Call 472-5161. gram conducted by Sanibel's long-time naturalist and last Church, 5011 McGregor Blvd., at 7 p.m. For more infor- lighthouse keeper. $10 per person, parking fee is extra. mation call 939-9085. Call 472-3177 for more information and reservations. SATURDAY Sanibel B.C. — Life and Wildlife on Sanibel Island FITNESS WALKING — Sundial Beach Resort offers before the construction of the Causeway. A slide presen- invigorating, morning, walking workout starting at 8 a.m. Community tation with personal tales is sponsored by the "Ding" Course varies from beach to nature trails on Sanibel. $3 AEROBICS — Sanibel Fitness Center hosts various pro- Darling Wildlife Society and presented by Charles LeBuff. for information, call 472-4151, extension 3815. grams: Nice 'n Easy at 7:10 a.m.; Mixed Impact Aerobics At the Refuge Visitor Center Auditorium. Recommended at 9 a.m.; Body Shaping at 10:15 a.m.; and Short Step at donation is $5 per person. HEALTH DEPARTMENT CLINIC — Free medical 11:30 a.m. Free to me Call 472-8443 for information. screenings are provided from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Calendar SANIBEL HAMS — Island group meets Wednesday for Island Civic Center. Call 472-5743. SENIORS AEROBICS — Island Seniors aerobics class breakfast at 8 a.m. at Jerry's. Call 472-5130. begins at 10 a.m. at the Island Civic Center. $2 for mem- u CHILDREN'S SCULPTURE — BIG Arts class runs from bers; $4 for non-members. Call 472-5743 for information. offers information on activities of LIONS — Island club meets for dinner the first and third 9 to 10:30 a.m. Call 395-0900. Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. at the Sanibel Community ARTHRITIS WATER EXERCISE — Class meets at the Center. Visiting Lions welcome. Call 472-2155. STEP AEROBICS — Sanibel Fitness Center holds step Sanibel Rec Center pool at 11 a.m. Call Coby at 472- non-profit groups and civic organizations. aerobics at 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. Free to members. Call 395- 0345 for information. AA — Open step meeting at 8:30 a.m. at Sanibel 2639. To submit new listings and update existing ones Community Church. WALK IN THE WETLANDS - A guided interpretive tour 'STEP' IN SHAPE — Marie Mailloux's low impact exer- of the nature center and trails at the Sanibel-Captiva fax your information to 472-5302, or send it to ISLAND TROLLEY TOURS — Sanibel Trolley offers a cise class for all levels and ages will be held at 9 a.m. at Conservation Foundation is offered at 10 a.m., 11 a.m., narrated tour of Sanibel and Captiva. Find out about the the Sanibel Rec Center. $3 donation requested/free and 2 p.m. Monday through Saturday. islands and what they are all about. $10 for adults; babysitting available. Call 395-2543 for information. The Islander, P.O. Box 56, Sanibel, FL 33957. departs at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. from Chamber of AL-ANON — Group meets at noon at Sanibel Community Commerce. Call 472-6374 for information. STEP- AEROBICS — Low impact, step training workout Church. at the Sundial Resort at 9:30 a.m. $3. Call 472-4151, WALK IN THE WETLANDS — A guided interpretive tour extension 3815. NATURE CRUISE — Sanibei-Captiva Conservation of the nature center and trails at the Sanibei-Captiva Foundation's one-hour natural history boat cruise aboard Tuesday. Feb. 20. 1996 THE ISLANDS 17 A review

Tuesday, Four ladies + four cellos = an entertaining musical evening 16 Feb. 20, 1996 Arts Leisure By Frank Wagner without the usual tedious tune-up. I found it a most Orchestra). Islander staff writer refreshing change. These four talented musicians have been basking Four attractive ladies - Maureen McDermot, The first half included, among other selections, a in the musical spotlight for the past few months. Maria Kitsopoulos, Caryl Paisner and Laura Samba de Sol by Jeff Beal, a set of Iranian Folk Their expertise has been recognized in many critical Bontrager - are members of a musical quartet known Songs by Reza Vali, Bachianas Brasileiras by Villa- reviews and an in depth article inTime magazine. Show Biz as Cello. Each one has a striking and highly individ- Lobos and a blues LooseChange by Ron Carter. Their accolades are well deserved. ual personality and is a formidable musician with During the second half we were treated to Queen Cello was the first of three attractions to be pre- as it Wiiz masterful cello techniques. They played an evening Anne's Lace by Peter Schickele (known as P.D.Q. sented in the New Arts Winter Concert Series '96, of mixed-bag music at the Arcade Theater in down- Bach), Debussy's Sarabande and a marvelous reading sponsored by Northern Trust Bank. Taylor 2 Dance town Fort Myers on Friday, Feb. 9. of George Gershwin's Prelude No. 2 featuring the Company will perform at the Arcade Theater on By Frank Wagner The program included a wide range of musical New Arts Festival's own Maria Kitsopoulos. March 1 and the Miller/Zoernig Duo (violin and selections from many periods. (Kitsopoulos has been a member of the professional cello) will perform March 15 at Canterbury School And wonder of wonders, the four musicians teaching and performing faculty of the New Arts Theater in Fort Myers. appeared on stage, acknowledged the applause and Summer Festival since its inception. She recently For further information, call the center at (941) Jones Beach The members of the immediately sat and began playing. This, mind you, became a member of the New York Philharmonic 332-4643. Philadelphia Quartet — summer '92; are Norman Carol (violin), LaMar Alsop New artist featured at rehearsals continue (viola), Bert Philips Noted New York (cello) and Toby Hirdie Girdie Gallery Things were proceeding nicely with Blumenthal (piano). rehearsals on site at the Jones Beach Theater on The guest artist for artist exhibits Long Island, New York. There was a daily com- the BIG Arts program Island facility's weekly pany pickup by chartered bus on 42nd Street will be Samuel Ep- artist feature continues between 8th Avenue and 9th Avenue to transport stein (double bass). works at Northern us to the beach. It was certainly a motley crew Lola Katchen is the first artist to be featured in a that assembled for the stage manager's roll call new program at the Hirdie Girdie Gallery, 2490 TrustBank on the stroke of noon. Library Way, on Sanibel. Each week the gallery will One might easily imagine we were on a trip to feature a different artist among the members of this New York artist Wendy Wachtel will have her first many climes. There were assorted rehearsal artists cooperative. Southwest Florida exhibition in Fort Myers starting bags, shopping bags, brief cases - you name it. Katchen has won many awards for her artwork. today, Tuesday, Feb. 20, and running through March They were carefully packed to overflowing with She is a surrealist artist who lives on Sanibel and 12 at The Gallery of Northern Trust Bank on College Thermos bottles filled with coffee or tea, six- exhibits both here and in New Jersey. Parkway. packs of mineral water, soft drinks or fruit juices The exhibition was organized by Captiva Island and a few choice snacks for break time. An The paintings currently being featured at the gallery are both oils and pastels. Many of them use resident June Rosner who founded the MMC Gallery assortment of suntan oils and sun blockers occu- in new York City for Marymount Manhattan pied their place of honor as the sun, wind and half-human and half-animal forms in natural settings. She firmly believes photographs, movies and tele- College. water at Jones Beach could easily take its toil if At that time, the gallery showed only works by you were not careful. vision are immediate and fast-paced visual experi- ences. emerging artists. Wachtel's work was displayed at The cast had on an array of beach/bus cos- that gallery. tumes and each wore a special head covering to For that reason she strives to make her paintings Wachtel works in mixed media, including oils, ward off the hot afternoon sun. Their rehearsal things to be studied, thought about and slowly clothes were assorted shorts, tights, slacks, enjoyed over a long period of time. acrylics and collages and often incorporates objects bathing costumes and cut-offs. Footwear ranged Each one of her paintings is meant to be thought into her canvasses to give them a three-dimensional from sneakers to almost anything you could provoking. Katchen puts to great advantage her great effect. wear on two feet. And, this was only daytime drawing ability. She also favors strong colors. Wachtel said of her work, "As I myself have a wear. Final classical concert of The Hirdie Girdie Gallery is open Monday nature that is touch-oriented, my work reflects all of When the sun went down and the fog rolled through Saturday from noon to 6 p.m. this. I paint with any object that works — often tow- in, it was wise to have a heavy jacket, ear muffs, For further information, call 395-0027. Lola Katchen and her work, "Gold Watch." els, grass, sponges, my hands. I have recently begun sweats and gloves available. Even if you could to attach objects and materials directly to the canvas, keep it up non-stop, no amount of rapid physical BIG Arts series Sunday A review and find the resulting interplay between layers rele- exercise would keep you warm for an extended vant. BIG Arts will present its final classical concert of period of time. made its concert debut in 1975. Carol is the former "I do not use these objects in a symbolic way, but My next big problem was the entrance of the Great Musicians Series at 8 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. concert master of the Philadelphia Orchestra; Alsop George Gershwin and Charles as clear and direct representation, like a mark." Teen Angel for one of the biggest production 25, The concert will be held in the Phillips Gallery in is former concertmaster of the new York City Ballet The Wachtel exhibit is the second of four major numbers in the show Beauty School Drop Out. the BIG Arts Center on Dunlop Road. Orchestra; Philips performed with the Philadelphia arts shows to be conducted through May at The The young man who had been cast to play the An ali-Schubert program — including The Trout - Orchestra; Blumenthal is director of the Luzerne Chaplin get a new English twist Gallery at Northern Trust Bank. All four of the role of Teen Angel was a perfect ducktailed, will be presented by the Philadelphia Quartet. Its Music Center and founder of their Piano Studies shows are organized and curated by Captiva Island stereotype rock 'n' roll singer. He was the members are Norman Carol (violin), LaMar Alsop Program; and Epstein is principal bassist with the By Frank Wagner version played by the Paul Whiteman jazz band with resident Rosner. guardian angel that solved all of your problems. (viola), Bert Philips (cello) and Toby Blumenthal Miami Chamber Symphony Islander staff writer Gershwin at the piano in New York's Aeolian Hall on The gallery at Northern Trust Bank, which is I knew that Guy Lombardo's speed boat was (piano). The guest artist for the evening will be Single tickets are available at $19 from Bailey's The Fort Myers Community Concert presented the Feb. 12, 1925. It was most interesting to note the con- located at 8060 College Parkway in south Fort always used on opening nights for a quick trip Samuel Epstein (double bass.). Store and BIG Arts Center, 900 Dunlop Road. For Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra in a fasci- cert at Mann Hall, attended by many island residents Myers, is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through the moat at top speed. It was, among The Philadelphia Quartet was formed in 1995 as reservations and further information please call 395- nating concert with a definite difference. Because of who are loyal Community Concert subscribers and through Friday and is open to the public. other things, an omen of good luck for the new an outgrowth of the Philips-Blumenthal Duo which 0900. the musical content, I would have to classify it as a supporters, was per- production to keep it from having too many pops concert with Carl David conducting and as guest formed on the same night rained-but performances. Old-time stage hands A review artist, the incredible, inimitable and completely (Feb. 12) exactly 71 used to say that guy's spirit kept away the rain unique pianist John Bayless. years later. and was each show's rabbit foot. The evening opened with an exception reading of The entire second half Suddenly, it was light bulb time. Why not Leonard Bernstein's Overture to Candide. Wonder of was an 85 minute show- have Teen Angel arrive in the speed boat, sing ing and orchestral read- 4 THE BREEZE CORPORATION 4 the song, reboard and speed off into the night. I Music from the Baroque wonders, the first violinist appeared and was immedi- ing of the score for requested several choice fireworks be released ately seated, followed instantly by conductor David tgmw is currently seeking energetic, self-motivated J5m* in a flowing black coat. He lifted his baton and the Charles Chaplin's City just before his entrance, and again for his exit. Lights (1931). The entire individuals to join our team in the following areas. • Even though our Teen Angel was water shy, it performance was off and running without the usual period fills Phillips Gallery tune-up. score was composed by proved to be one of the high spots of the produc- Cape Coral Daily Breeze Charlotte Shopping Guide tion. Next came the evening's unexpected treat: One of Chaplin himself. It had Data Entry Clerk By Frank Wagner were made of wood and made a rather pleasant. been restored by Carl Advertising Salesperson When we took the show to the outdoor stage Islander staff writer the most exciting playings of George Gershwin's Full Time, .They produced simple but uncomplicated tones. Davis. Duties also include answering phones at the St. Louis Municipal Opera, the producer Another full house packed the Phillips Gallery in Rhapsody in Blue it has been my pleasure to experi- To sell real estate magazine in The recognizable sounds of the harpsichord estab- If one had ever ques- Contact: Scott Blonde had decided Teen Angel would arrive and depart the BIG Arts Center on Sanibel recently to hear The ence. The soloist was John Bayless with the carrot Charlotte County lished the authenticity of the period 1656 to 1728. tioned the brilliance of Advertising Salesperson in a cherry picker, one of those machines that Galena Ensemble. The program before the intermis- top hairdo, the sequin vest, the bubbling personality Probably the most fascinating musical sounds of this multi-talented mega- To call on local accounts in Lee County Contact: Bonnie Cook takes workers to great heights,for various jobs. sion involved music,of the Baroque periodiplayed and magnificent flying fingers. Bayless' awesome the period came from the solo for viola da gamba. star who gave us The Contact: Joel Jenkins Little did I know that my Teen Angel had a on period instruments. After the intermission,, the treatment of the Gershwin classic may not have Typesetter Telemarketer : This seven-string instrument, rather than the usual Tramp.the film and score height phobia and was terrified at being even a mu,sittJans played modern ^counterparts arid: more thrilled traditionalists but it had most of the the audi- MacPlus experience. Part & Full Tune To work with local retail accounts in : four strings used with cello, needed constant tun- played by the Royal few feet above terra firrria. I'll have to say he contemporaryicorripositions>; i i ; :) ri- . ence at Mann Hall in a frenzy of excitement and Contact: Liz Houston was a trouper. He didn't even demand Actor's ; ing. The soloist John Rozendaal named the variation applauding at attention at its conclusion. How can Liverpool Philharmonic Classified Representive Charlotte County. The Galena Chamber Ensemble.was composed Equity hazard pay but dutifully took his of Hume's Captain Hume's Musical Humors as he you top raw emotional drive, a magnificent interpre- Symphony Orchestra Saturday AM Shift Contact: Bonnie Cook Dramamine each evening before his ride on a of Richard K. Graef (flute, Baroque flute), Emily played. The audience was greeted with his bold tation and superb technique? should have alleviated all Contact: Robin Calabrese Graef (flute, Baroque flute), Laurel Wells (Baroque announcement of: Death, strange, soldier's revolu- Telemarketers Apply: 128 W. Charlotte Ave. heavenly chariot called The Cherry Picker. Maestro Davis chose to use the original jazz band doubts. violin, violin, viola), John Rozendaal (viola da tion, kettle drums, march, more kettle drums, trum- Full & Part Time Punta Gorda, Fla. The producer/director from St. Louis saw my Experienced sanitized Happy Days production of Grease on gamba, cello) and Andrea Swan (harpsichord, pets, pell-mell and other various moods and varia- piano). Contact: Robin Calabrese opening night and gave it his stamp of approval. tions. Apply: 2510 Del PradoBlvd Grease had never played The St. Louis Muny The first number was Marais Suite in D Major Marais' Gall Bladder Operation for solo gamba Cape Coral, FL Phone:(941)639-1136 because of the raunchy situations, innuendos and for two flutes and basso continuo. The suite con- and harpsichord was excruciatingly explicit. The l Phone:(941)574-1110 Fax:(941)639-4832 language. tained a suite of Baroque dance movements that cer- most satisfying piece was Bach's Trio Sonata in G iEK hewsjSapesi ' Fax: (941) 574-1984 Next week:' The Showboat version of "West tainly conveyed the pomp and grace of the French Major for flute, violin and continuo. court. The piece was filled with flutters and trills The Breeze Corporation offers a competitive salary and an array of great benefits. EOE. Side Story" pieSs^ recycle it and created a mood of great gentility. The flutes See MUSIC, page 18 18 THE ISLANDER Tuesday. Feb. 20. 1996 Tuesday. fggg Potpourri Blood thinner

• Shell art seen the Schoolhouse Gallery and the spectacular ice carvings. useful in "Sanibel Public The shell art of Goz Gosselin of Fort Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum on Displays will be located in front of Library exhibits Myers is an example of the use of Sanibel. the South Seas Shoppe in Chadwick's many shells. Gosselin is a retired florist His library display includes minia- circle at the entrance to South Seas stroke treatment There are currently two most inter- ture shell floral arrangements including Plantation from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Alternatives to About hip If surgery is who began making shell art three years By DAVID HOLTHAUS esting exhibits at the Sanibel Public ago as a hobby with the Sanibel shadow frames, photo frames and free- Chadwick's restaurant, a sponsor of the surgery needed Library, 770 Dunlop Road. event, is featuring a delectable lunch replacements Scripps Howard News Service Shellcrafters. His work can also be standing bouquets, saltwater shell flow- ® Reduce physical stress: I surgical risk by ers are exquisitely crafted, delicate in buffet from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Stopping activities, such as About 120,000 hip replacements are reaching the right weight In development that could change how strokes are For further information please con- running or tennis, that put performed in this country each year, and not smoking. treated in emergency rooms, a new nationwide study appearance because of their small size 62% of them on women. and pastel colors and are carefully tact Sue Silverman at 472-5111. much stress on the hip can concludes that quick administration of a blood-thin- sometimes reduce pain. ti Find a surgeon who designed and crafted to enhance the replaces hips more than ning drug limits damage to the brain. H Take medication: Asprin, flower image. Sanibel Gallery presents Nostalgic 50 times a year. It found that giving the heart-attack drug TPA to Architecture in Clay ibuprofen^ naproxyn or • Saltwater fly fishing acetaminophen can often stroke victims within three hours can improve how Jan Richardson of Windy Meadows & See a physical therapist Leave your fishing license at home. provide enough pain relief. before surgery to learn You won't need one to catch the salt- Pottery will be visiting Sanibel Gallery well stroke victims walk, talk, think and comprehend 8 Get physical therapy: hip-strengthening months after the attack. water fly fishing exhibit &t the library. on today and Wedhdsdayr'iFeb, 20 and Strengthening leg and hip exercises. Keith Owens of Sanibel has arranged a 21, from 10 to 4 p.m. During this two- muscles can reduce stress The results of the study were announced on the joint. H Arrange for household striking display of modern saltwater fly day showing, gallery-goers will see help while you are Wednesday by the National Institutes of Health and fishing tackle. Included in the arrange- clay houses that evoke the feeling of 1 Lose weight (especially if recovering. published in Thursday's New England Journal of ment are pre-tied flies, natural and syn- nostalgia for a time when life in gener- you are overweight): Fewer Medicine. al was much simpler. pounds means less weight for thetic fly typing materials, travel, fly hip joints to bear. Trials involving more than 600 patients at dozens and big game rods, lines and leaders "Both my love of clay and of Tor more information: and reels. Owens is donating the four American architecture have enabled me 1 Use walking aids: Walkers CaU your focaf Arthritis of hospital centers around the country between 1991 and canes reduce load borne Foundation chapter. and last year found that the drug had no apparent Flutist Richard Graef per- fly fishing books now on display to the to convey the quiet beauty of a country by hips. formed with the Galena library after the exhibit closes. cottage or the majesty of a Victorian Next week: Financial impact in the first day following a stroke, but that SOURCE: Harvard Women's Haalth planning for retirement Chamber Ensemble For further information please call mansion." Richardson said. Watch three months later, patients given TPA were at least 472-2483. "I am particularly enchanted by old 30 percent more likely to have minimal or no disabil- buildings that have begun to sag and ity. weather, I enjoying imagining the peo- But the promising results came with a warning: The Fort Myers Heart ple who lived and loved in them." even the best drugs in the world won't improve lives The houses range in size from 4 Expert: We aren't meant to lose weight Ball - an evening of inches to 17 inches and each has unless stroke patients make it to the hospital in time. By E.B. BOYD try hard enough. ulator that works to keep chance of surviving diffi- Southern comfort unusual embellishments that bring life Researchers discovered a small window of oppor- to each scene. There is a dog under a The Toledo Blade In 1988, Americans its weight in balance, sort cult times. tunity — about three hours — during which many of The Fort Myers Heart Ball, present- wooden porch, a flowering vine trailing David Garner has a spent $29 billion on for- of like a keel that keeps Today, on the other the brain cells endangered by a stroke can be saved. ed by the Fort Myers Division of the the tin roof or an old quilt hanging over theory you'll have a hard mal weight loss pro- returning a boat on rock- hand, sleek models are For many patients, it is difficult to recognize the American Heart Association will be a the railing.. time buying: Most peo- grams, spa retreats, diet ing seas to an upright held up as the physical black tie (optional) event. It will offer symptoms of stroke, get to the hospital, be sent to the Visitors will have the opportunity to ple will never be able to books, exercise clubs, position. ideal. Obesity is right unit, be evaluated by a neurologist and get test- an evening of Southern gourmet dinner, meet the artist and discover his won- dancing, live and silent auction and lose weight and keep it and low-calorie foods. After one starts eating shunned, even con- ed within three hours. Other research in Europe sug- derful architecture in the form of a off. And those who try to Add to that the less, the body eventually demned. entertainment. The theme of the event gazebo, a country inn, an outhouse or gests the window for successful use of TPA might be From page 16 is An Evening of Southern Comfort. even a thatchedrroof cottage. lose weight could actual- 30,000 people who had adjusts. It figures out Dr. Garner recalled as long as six hours, however. Music Approximately 300 people .are :.- Sanibel Gallery^isjpc^tecl;in .thei ly damage their health. stomach reductions and how to use the smaller one patient, a woman of The new research builds on previous studies that expected to attend this events Saturday, Heart of the Island Center,, 1628 It's not that we don't jaw wiring operations amounts of energy more eastern European revealed that patients' lives can be greatly improved : March 2, beginning at 6:30 p.m. The The second part consisted of' instrument. They were beautifully Periwinkle Way, next to Aruridei'S; have the willpower or the ; and the 100,000 who had efficiently so it can store descent, whose relatives in the aftermath of strokes if the brain damage can be Devieririe's Trio in D Major, Martinu's" played by the Graefs in the Schocker event will be held at Harborside- Hallmark store. Gallery hours are frorV discipline to stick to a liposuction. the same, amount of fat, were all heavy set. contained. Promenades for flute, violin and piano composition. Convention Center and the cost is $150 9:30 am. to 4 p.m. • regimen, said Dr. Garner, i. .It's, estimated that, in sort of like a person who "She had accepted and. ended with a vibrant reading of I did miss the opportunity to hear a per couple. ; .., ; ; ;v:..< Doctors long thought strokes were a largely irre- Schocker's Three Dances for two flutes solo played by Andrea Swan on the Heart disease and stroke are the a Toledo clinical psy- all, Americans spent takes a pay; cut, but still everything about her her- versible part of aging. Their efforts were usually lim- and piano. The three movements - harpsichord. It was of great interest to number one and three killers of people A concert of ,, chologist who specializes about $50 billion trying socks away the same itage," he said, "except ited to clearing out clots or bypassing arteries with Easy Going, Moody and Coffee Nerves many that The Willard Martin single in this country. Nationally, every 34 in eating disorders. to lose weight last year, amount in savings while her weight." surgery or blood-thinning drugs. - were rhythmically Latin in sound. It manual harpsichord was a gift to the seconds someone dies from cardiovas- American Music" shepherded along by figuring out how to live cular disease. . ; It's that everybody's put the entire audience in a toe-tapping . Edison Community College Endow- body has its own blue- societal messages that day-to-day on less ACROSS rumba/samba/tango frame of mind. ; By attending this fete, visitors and performed at 1 Norwegian king tneint Corporation by Mrs. W, Horace print. equate thin with success money. There is no question in my mind, if I ^i^iarns. |t was on loan from the Fine residents are helping to raise money to 5 Spirited horse fight heart disease and stroke victims Sanibel Church For most women, for and happiness. On the up side, 10 Hindu hero had a choice of flute sounds, it would . and Performing Arts Department at 14 Creature of definitely be those of the modern medal ECC. ; specifically in the areas of research and example, trying to get But, Garner said in a research has shown that Persian folklore education. A concert of American music will be recent interview, there is it works the other way 15 Beg down to Kate Moss's 16 Kind of exam For reservations and further infor- presented by the Music Committee of too. When one starts eat- the Sanibel Congregational United weight is like trying to no firm proof that any of 17 Actress Barbara mation, contact L.J. Hammons at (941) ing more, one will gain 18 Vicinities Church of Christ, 2050 Periwinkle build an Escort with the these regimens actually 19 Mantua money 334-5306 or Linda Dailey at (941) 498- weight at first, but then 9288. Way,, at 8 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 25. plans for a Taurus. leads to lower weights 20 Legendary twins stop. 23 Jackie's second The program will consist entirely of That doesn't mean over the long haul. 24 Wrath compositions by New Englanders. The that there aren't people Studies, not to mention A 1968 study had pris- 25 Touching performing artists will be JoAnn 29 Surprise South Seas Resorts who could use more plenty of people's per- oner volunteers try to suddenly Lawler, organist and accompanist for sonal experience, do gain 20 to 25 percent of 33 Certain plaintiff is crazy about crafts the Southwest Florida Symphony exercise and better eating 34 Rub noisily show that diets and exer- their body weight by Craft creators and artists of South Chorus; Mark Thayer, violinist with the habits. But a person who 36 Clubs, e.g. cise can shave off pounds doubling the number of 37 54 Seas Resorts team up with Chadwick's New World Symphony Orchestra in already has enough phys- 38 Freudian term restaurant to present a unique selection Miami; and Cayce Benton, soprano and ical activity and follows in the short-run. calories they took in for 39 —jongg Jonathan M. Frantz, M.D., F.A.C.S. director of vocal studies at the Cypress about six months. 40 Fateful date of crafts for sale on Saturday, Feb. 24, a healthy diet probably But a series of studies 42 Gleans is pleased to announce the association of at South Seas Plantation Resort & Lakes Center for the Arts. already weighs the Garner analyzed in a They gained weight at 44 Term in math 45 Sat Herbert M. SimMn, O.D. Yacht Harbour on Captiva. The church's chancel choir will per- amount he or she is sup- 1991 paper in the first, but then their bodies form three selections, including 47 Malicious Featured crafts include hand-painted posed to, no matter what Clinical Psychological adjusted, and they gossip and the opening of Frostiana by Randall Thompson. This 49 Dull-witted one furniture, wildlife grafite pencil draw- stopped putting on new ings, air-brushed T-shirts, acrylic paint- is a musical rendition of three Robert any weight chart says. Review journal, found 50 Mary of movies 13 Karras of that few people can keep weight. 51 Legendary twins football ings, hand-made jewelry, chalk draw- Frost poems. Garner has been 60 Eastern bigwig 21 Bauxite, e.g. utirjuu uuuu ings, sand dollar ornaments and hand- The public is invited. There will be a studying eating disorders the weight off for five The body's resistance 61 Substantial 22 A feast — 0130013 HQQ0 FLORIDA painted coconuts that can be used as years or more. to sustained weight loss 62 "Nana" author famine ISI fl I Wl 31 o IUUUU|0|N|v|S|n|U l BUEI|ll|H|U|oH| free-will offering with a $5 per person for 20 years. He is chair- 63 Gun sound 25 Bulb from post cards. Chadwick's restaurant chefs H0G1 EJULJ EYE HEALTH minimum suggested. Proceed will ben- man of the psychology In fact, a study pub- developed as survival 64 Unaided Holland will exhibit their artistic expertise with efit the church's music program. 65 Equally matched 26 Stage whisper OPTICA L section of the National lished in a 1984 issue of mechanism against food 66 Feed the kitty 27 At no time fcJLJUU UUUfeJU UfeJLlU Addictive Behaviors shortages 67 Galloped 28 Cornered Academy for Eating 68 Secretary 29 Halts ImacUUL1DU HHH ODfcJUULlD Disorders. found that its participants In times of scarcity, 30 Enlarged §1 INI 3IBINI»ll 16970-6 San Carlos Blvd. — South Fort Myers actually ended up a people who were able to DOWN 31 Climbing vine ULJU ULJU Frank Wagner povers the arts on His message about the 1 Oil cartel 32 Waters (Albertson's Plaza, corner of Summerlin & San Carlos Blvds.J futility of long-term pound and a half heavier burn fewer calories more 2 Mother of 20A 35 Turkish title OLJUU EJUfcJUU LJULJtJ than when they started efficiently survived. 3 God of war 41 Cause of lQEJ felULJUU UUiJEl Sattibel and Captiva and around weight loss, however, 4 Classic affliction gama butts up against the.com- trying to lose weight five Those who didn't, died, 5 Causing panic 42 Rejection years before. taking their gene pools 6 Scarlett's place 43 Ran swiftly tJie area for THE ISLANDER. mercial weight-loss 7 First place 44 — at (made light industry's $50 billion The reason humans along with them. 8 Mild oath of) 9 Contrary to 46 TV's Linden 432-0999 interest in having can't keep weight off, Accordingly, our 10 Swelling 48 Airport abbr. His stories are featured each week 53 Money maker 57 Find new Americans believe they Garner suggested, is that ancestors used to see fat waves 51 Singer lodgings 11 Seed covering Me Entire 54 Alone can lose as much weight they aren't meant to. The as a plus because it 52 Arab 55 Cockeyed 58 Caucho trees 12 Word on a 59 Went under *- . on Japanese ship sultanate 56 Muse number i -V as they want if they just body has an internal reg- meant they had a better Experienced Eye Care You Can Trust Tuesday. Feb. 20. 1996 THE ISLANDER 21 20 THE ISLANDER Tuesday. Feb. 20. 1996 Sailing around the world - Meet the couple who did it By NATASHA RAFI misgiving there because it was terrible weather and it Feb. 20 - Feb. 27 The Toledo Blade was freezing cold. We had so many layers on — long What's Playing Let's go sailing around the world! For most of us, underwear, foul-weather gear — and just terrible the thought is a dreamy pause on the way to work, weather when we left. And you know, I was thinking The Crow's Nest young dancers representing the next generation of about my nice warm house and thinking, why are we shopping, or making dinner; an idea lurking in the SAN1BEL & CAPTIVA dancers in the Taylor tradition. back of one's mind just behind the mortgage, under- doing this?" she says, throwing back her head and 'Tween Waters Inn 8 p.m. Friday, March I neath the car payments, and somewhere beyond laughing. Pirate Playhouse Captiva Drive 472-5161 $19 tuition fees. Perhaps the answer is in the first newsletter Mrs. 2200 Periwinkle Way 472-0006 • Renata - Classic Rock Group. Only a determined few can actually capture the Whitbeck wrote to friends and family. The stop was Feb. 20 through 25 • Agatha Christie's "Ten Little Indians" - On a Claibourne & Ned Foulds Theater concept and make it float. Guatemala: lonely island stands a weird house with 10 little • Rodeo Drive — Country Rock at its best. Jon and Sally Whitbeck of Waterville, Ohio, res- "After many miles the river opened up into Lago Feb. 27 through March 3. McGregor at Royal Palm Square - 939-2787 Indian statuettes on a mantelpiece. Each is embossed • "Marvin's Room," Edison Community College's cued their dream two years ago when they sold all Isabelle, a large fresh water lake surrounded by with a nursery rhyme describing how each met their From 9 p.m. to 1 p.m. and sailed away. mountains and lined with masses of water hyacinths. spring production, directed by Richard Westlake. fate. It's the perfect setting for the Mistress of No cover, no minimum. "So many people tell us 'Oh, you're so lucky.' Exploring further by foot and by dinghy, we found a i Please call 472-0006 for further information. Playwright Scott McPherson's heartwarming dramat- Well, it's not just lucky; we worked hard to be able to steaming hot waterfall deep in the jungle, swam into Mystery to weave her web of suspense using eight ic comedy won the 1992 New York Drama Desk do this and planned and planned for years to save a cold dark cave, saw howler monkeys in the trees assorted guests,, two, oddservants and, an unseen .host Award for Best Play. ' [ : enough money to do it," Mrs. Whitbeck says. and exotic birds everywhere including Anhingas and who accuses each of murder FORT MYERS 8 p.m. Feb. 22, 23, 24, 29, Mar. 1, 2, 7, 8, 9. Jon Whitbeck, 40, a computer graphics program- Jacanas." Performance schedule: Nightly at 8 p.m. Matinees Matinee at 2 p.m. on Feb. 25 and March 3. One spe- at 2 p.m. every Wednesday and Thursday. mer, and Sally Whitbeck, 38, a real estate agent, sold About a meeting with the Kuna Indians in Panama Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall cial performance to benefit the Alliance of the Arts their house, cars, and furniture, gave their dog away, she wrote: "Several canoes full of people came out to $22 (evenings) and $17 (matinees). 8099 College Parkway 481-4849 will be on March 8. and bought a 37-foot double-ended fiber-glass sloop our boat one day while anchored, apparently just to Call for reservations and further information. • Roger Whittaker — His warm baritone voice, Tickets are $5 and can be purchased at the Barbara more than four years ago. They named it Argonauta, look at us. Argonauta was soon surrounded ... Jon All Major credit cards are accepted. after a paper nautilus shell ancient mariners consid- however (always the party animal) seized upon this and extensive repertoire of ballads have endeared B. Mann box office. him to millions around the world. • Side by Side by Sondheim — Theater ered lucky, and lived on the boat for two years in unique entertainment opportunity and invited every- Old Schoolhouse Theater Annapolis, Md., while they worked to save money one on board. He cranked up the stereo, started mak- 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Thursday, Feb. 21 and 22 Conspiracy offers a scintillating romp through some for their journey. ing popcorn and we had instant Kuna chaos! 1905 Periwinkle'Way 472-6862 $35, $25, $20. of the songs of one of Broadway's master talents Whitbeck estimates the trip is costing them about Imagine the scene, Argonauta full of Kuna Indians • Puttin' On The Ritz (The Magic of Irving • HMS Pinafore — This Gilbert and Sullivan clas- Stephen Sondheim. This is truly a witty, funny and $14,000 a year, not counting the price of the boat, eating Orvill Redenbacker popcorn, chewing Berlin). J.T.'s original revue gives new meaning to sic with full orchestra and chorus provides inimitable sophisticated, revue. unexpected major repairs, and airfare home. Carefree sugarless gum and hamming it up for the many hummable favorites of the master tunesmith. wit and unforgettable melodies. Opening: March 21. After two years at sea they are back, taking a video camera with a dozen dug-out canoes tied This revue plays through March 9. 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 25 break to spend the holidays with family, an option alongside^ I guarantee it was one party we will never Regular performance schedule is Monday through $40, $30, $25. Second Street Playhouse and Dinner Theater created by the jet age that would no doubt have sur- forget." Saturday at 8 p.m. Tickets are $20 • Fort Myers Community Concert Association pre- Comer of Second St. and Woodford Avenue prised Joshua Slocum, who became the first solo Nor are they likely to forget days and weeks spent Sunset performances Friday and Saturday at 4 481-9111 sailor to go around the world 100 years ago. sent 50 members of the famed Bolshoi Ballet under floating in endless water, the excitement of sighting p.m. Tickets are $18.50 • Patio/Porch — An unerringly funny double bill At Mrs. Whitbeck's parents' home in Waterville, land, and the anticipation of experiencing a foreign the leadership of Artistic Director Yuri Grigorovich, Ohio, the dining table, covered with a cheery red culture — the colors, food, smells and sounds of featuring Natalia Bessmerinova, prima ballerina of which provides contrasting, but equally incisive stud- the Bahamas before returning to Annapolis. BIG Arts Center the Bolshoi as well as Yuri Vllademirov, premiere ies of family life in small town USA. Plays through tablecloth, is loaded with boxes and heavy photo Before embarking on their trip around the world, another way of life. albums filled with scenes from the Pacific Islands. 900 Dunlop Rd. 395-0900 danseur of the Bolshoi. March 10. they took courses in ham radio communication and Luckily for the Whitbecks, it has been compara- In the Phillips Gallery The couple are at the halfway point in their global tively smooth sailing so far. Talking to the couple, 8 p.m. Monday, Feb. 26 Friday and Saturday evenings — Delicious Dinner celestial navigation. Whitbeck studied diesel • New exhibition in the Phillips and Founders sail, and they expect it to take another two years. For mechanics and coastal navigation. And they attended one gets the feeling that sailing around the world is a For availability of a limited number of tickets for at 6:30 and Show at 8 p.m. now, their floating home is waiting in drydock in breeze. Probe deeper and one discovers it would take Galleries: The Sanibel-Captiva Art League's Annual this and the remaining three concerts in the series at $22 a weekend cruising seminar hosted by another couple Juried Show featuring multi-media art works done by Phuket, Thailand. who had taken a similar trip. Finally, armed with a lot to worry them. $40, $55 and $70 please call 939-3236. Sunday matinee - Bountiful Brunch at 12:30 p.m. Contrary to what one might expect, the two did maps, dry stores, medicines, passports, and visa They are nonchalant abayt incidents that might many of the area's top artists. and Show at 2 p.m. not have extensive sailing experience, particularly in information, they were ready to go. worry others, such as the sharRsHhat crowd around Gallery hours: Daily from 1 to 4 p.m. Harborside Convention Center $ 19. C all for reservations. offshore sailing, before their voyage. In 1980 Argonauta left Annapolis on Dec. 11, 1993. Mrs. the boat when Whitbeck spearfishes, ofm-ejncounter Whitbeck sailed from Lake Erie to Florida, where 71373 Monroe St. 334-4958 Whitbeck remembers having last-minute jitters. with a killer whale that swam alongside thielMjoat^ BIG Arts Great Musicians Series present: • Coming attraction: A comedy double-bill with NAPLES Mrs. Whitbeck joined him, and together they cruised one moonlit night. "Jon had felt the mist from his^ "Leaving Annapolis in December, I had a little • The Philadelphia Piano Quartet (Formerly the Joan Rivers and Don Rickles. breath, but it was 40 minutes before we figured out Neapolitan Quintet) with Samuel Epstein will play an what it was," Mrs. Whitbeck says. Plus Broadway shows in a cabaret setting.at the Naples Philharmonic Center all Schubert program including "The Trout;" Sunday, Exhibition Hall include Sweet Charity (Feb. 26, 27, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd. 597-1900 WHERE THE "Sometimes it's a little scary at night when there's Feb. 25. no moon and it's dark out and you can't see the sur- 28) and Shenandoah (March 14, 15. 16). • Song of Singapore with Loretta Swit DEALERS face of the water, it's really dark," Mr. Whitbeck Tickets $19 each. You can call for reservations or • Tony Bennett in concert, featuring the Ralph 8 p.m. Monday and Tuesday, Feb. 19, 20 says. purchase tickets at the door on the night of perfor- Sharon Trio. Concert will benefit The AIDS Resource $30. BUY Then there is the motion sickness that has plagued mance. Council ARC. • Oscar's Big Bash The Naples Philharmonic Pops Mrs. Whitbeck. "I've tried just about everything," • BIG Arts presents interesting classes and work- 8:15 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 18 II Concert. she says, including Dramamine, ginger tablets, and shops daily. Please call for schedule. (Please note: Ticket prices: $125 Gold Circle — Regular seating Erich Kunzel, conducting, guest artists soprano acupressure bands. Over time, though, she says she New classes scheduled for February listed in this $56 and $51. Katherine Terrell, tenor Mark DuBois and baritone has felt less sick. week's Islander). Tickets are now available now for these events at Daniel Narducci and the Philharmonic Center Their longest stretch on the open ocean has been BIG Arts office hours are 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. the Harborside Box Office and all Ticketmaster loca- Chorale. 26 days from Cocos Island to the Marquesas. During tions: Peaches, Marshalls and select Specs. For fur- 8 p.m. Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Feb. 22, 23, 24 that time, Mrs. Whitbeck says, they read a lot, played Island Cinema some chess, cooked, and worked on the boat. ther information, please call 332-6120. — $40 -535 Tarpon Bay Rd. 472-1701 Friends and family have flown across and joined 2 p.m. Saturday, Sunday, Feb. 23, 24 — $38 them at various points in their journey. A two-theater complex Broadway Palm Dinner Theater (adults) $19 (student). "We've been surprised by how few negative expe- • "The Juror" starring Alec Baldwin and Demi 1380 Colonial Blvd. 278-4422 • These performances completely sold out - You can Hunimel Figurines riences we've had," Mrs. Whitbeck says. "We had Moore (Rated R) 9:30 p.m. • The Will Rogers Follies is the current attraction, put your name on waiting list. ALL AT 25% OFF read all the books beforehand about other people • "Sense and Sensibility" starring Emma plays through Feb. 24. Winner of six coveted Tony • Itzhak Perlman (violin) with Samuel Sanders who had done this and read about storms, pirates, Thompson and Hugh Grant (Rated PG) 7 p.m. Awards on Broadway, this stunning vaudeville revue (piano) corrupt officials, or thieves. We just haven't had that • "City Hall" starring Al Pacino, John Cusack and features many lavish production numbers with 7 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 25 (Date changed from at all." Bridget Fonda (Rated R) 7 and 9:15 p.m. Ziegfeld chorus girls in glittery 1920s costumes, Wednesday, Jan. 10.) Please use tickets from the orig- In fact, she says, the people have been the best Matinees Saturdays and Sundays at 4 p.m. — $4. plenty of singing and dancing plus an outstanding inal performance date. part of the experience, incredibly warm and friendly Tickets are $6.50 for adults, $4.00 for seniors and performance by Ken Johnson as Will Rogers. even in places where they rarely see foreigners. children 11 and under. Make reservations now to assure yourself of Naples Dinner Theatre Often when they approached an island, they would 1025 Piper Boulevard North (800) 741-3108 be surrounded by canoes and the islanders would Check Friday for current listing choice seating. crowd onto their boat, welcoming them to shore. Next attraction: The Musical of Musicals, "My • Music Mania — The new restaurant policy pre- Sanibel Island Comedy Club sents a sensational new musical revue The Fabulous 1995 R'.C. or BING & In places where they did not know the language, Fair Lady" with a score of multiple hits by Lerner the Whitbecks improvised. They keep a globe on Loco's Island Grill and Cantina and Lowe. Fifties. GRONDABL Christmas Plate Plus a delicious gourmet menu created and super- a f 93 board to show people where they came from. Many Rabbit Road at San-Cap Road 472-8833 List «74 OURS 55 of the islanders they met had no concept of geogra- • Opening Wednesday, Feb. 20, the nationally Arcade Theater vised by Chef Philippe LaCroix. phy and could not recognize their own island or New Naples Dinner Theater dress code - Men's O- LIADRO known comic Jeff Stilson Showtime is 9 p.m., 2267 First St. 332-6888 % country. Wednesday through Saturday. • Coming attraction: New Arts Festival Winter Jackets Requested, not required. ^ SWAROVSKI Their route has taken them through Florida, t Featured in the Cantina — Wednesday through Concert Series presents Taylor 2 Dance Company Call (800) 741-3108 for reservations and further HIBEL PLATES Mexico, Guatemala, Panama, French Polynesia, Sunday; music by Charlie Jenkins and Company. Paul Taylor has been a dominant force in dance for information about the Naples Dinner Theater's new EMMIT KELLY Samoa, Fiji, New Zealand, Australia, Indonesia, and over four decades. Taylor 2 is a company of six approach to Dining and Entertainment. and much, much more now Thailand. So far, they agree, the isolated islands of French Polynesia, such as the Tuamotus and the Ask About Our island of Simuk, and another called Weh off the coast Weekly Specials of Sumatra, have been the most memorable. Specializing in R.C. and Next on the agenda is the Indian Ocean, with stops '4, B&G. Collector Plates in Sri Lanka, Maldives, Madagascar, South Africa, Man - Kri, 10-S Sul - Sun 10-4 Brazil, and the Caribbean, and then back to submit information WREN ENTERPRISES Annapolis. U'>3 Sun Century Hil. "It would really complete the trip if we went back Niqik's, i% 33963 to Lake Erie," Mr. Whitbeck adds with a grin. "But I 1-941-598-4088 don't think we'll do that." t to Frank Wagne Just South of Dog Track, 1-75 lo Exit 18 The tough question: How does one float back to Talf Old U South to Sun Onlun Ril. (2mL) life on land? We Ship Anywhere ^_ All major cnrdit aeccplctl^ \ "We'll ease into it," Mr. Whitbeck says. Tuesday Tuesday 22 Classified Feb. 20, 1996 Feb. 20,1996 Classified 23

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Reduced, who qualify, Medicare/Insurance business for as little as $1,700 2/23/96 —SSSS— 21129653-82 Free towing - Top prices paid. 542- 2)24/96 —SSSS—21104674-74 1993 Crownline, 225 Alpha One, 5.0 Reasonable Tuition - Financial $225,000.0.B.O. 574-6444. Hardware. 3235 Clevland Ave. medicine bottles, early medical PROVIDE GOOD LX, OB, 54 hrs., dry-stored, dual excellent condition, runs great, Assistance. Venice School of equipment, medical related items. billed direct for Test strips, Insulin & down. Training, equipment, 6136,542-5540. 1993 Nissan pickup XE, 5 spd., air, snap-on covers plus bimini top, 2/23)96 — SSSS—211»7a«2-B1 Home Phone 283-7318. REFERENCES! 2/23)86 —SSSS—21122197-70 batteries, flush-out system, VHF, Massage in Bonita Springs. Call for 3/1/86 —SSSS—21129991-4 Call Mike, 489-0587, evenings & Glucometers. Satisfaction supplies, guaranteed customer ft -k ft * * * radio, cassette, tinted windows, light $1,995,731-8488. Craft Store inventory for sale. 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TRU GREEN Ford F-150 Lariat, loaded, low BAZAARS Collectible dealers - select spaces MISCELLANEOUS \ No selling! Paid direct, fully BREEZE CORPORATION Duncan Rd. (Cleveland) 575-6060. Cash Paid For 2/20/96 —SSSS— 21126226-70 America's largest lawn miles, new Florida line topper WELLCRAFT, STEPL1FT-21, Sailboat • 17 ft. 1975 Siren with Mortgages, Land Contracts, still available - for winter season. guaranteed; No exp. necessary., 7 2510 DEL PRADO BLVD. 3/9)96 — SSSS — 2112484B-6 matches truck, new 31X10.50R15 CUDDY, trailer. Price includes boat trailer, Bird Shop for sale. Well established Pressure cleaners from $99! Honda days (407) 875-2022 Ext. 1516H06 care company now has Annuities And Sixth Annual Downtown Fort Myers twice each CAPE CORAL, FL 33904 1988 Eldorado Cadillac. 2 dr. tires, excellent shape, $11,500 ESPECIALLY CONFIGURED, sails plus rigging. 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Part-time nail tech needed for Qualified candidates must Asking $6,300. Call 283-5937, Pine DUAL BATTERIES, 2)23/96 —SSSS—21H9897-5 inquiries only please. Food 2/27/96 —SSSS—21072132-71 janitorial, lull time maintenance Ford F150XLT 1985 1/2 ton. Good 1-800-822-3552 3/12/86 —SSSS—21128218-72 Sanibel Day Spa. Call Pam, 395- possess good communication Island. condition. Must seel $3,500. 656- TRAILER, MANY EXTRAS. 2/27/86 —SSSS—21127175-70 Breakfast / Lunch position available in our senior 2220, 2/23)86 —SSSS—21126951.4 3/8/95 — SSSS—21124858-6 CRATERS AND FREIGHTERS- skills, a good work ethic & be 3866 472-0158. CANOES & Crafts Crating and Shipping - Domestic citizens complex. N.Fort Myers. 2/22/86 —SSSS—21129738-3 Home services - Alt phases - Eat In Sake Shop. Fully equipped. Cleaning & light maintenance, 2/21/96 —SSSS—21129469-73 2/21)96 —SSSt— South Ft. Myers. $15,000. 941-481- Rummage / Treasures 1 BUILDING SUPPLIES j and International. National able to thrive In a competitive Ford Festiva, red, 1988, PADDLECRAFT Drywall - Texture & paint - New & company, Door to Door, Fully vacant apartments & grounds. Palm environment. Sales and/or 1987 Ford Aerostar Window Van, Dynasty '95, 17" bowrider, 3.0 |/O, remodel. Reasonable/ reliable. 35 6194 evenings. Location Harbor Apts., 1081 Palm Ave., N. $2,300. Clean, excellent 40 miles per hour, 25 hours, trailer, 3/1/86 — SSSS— 21127372-74 CANCELLED ORDERS!! Must sell Insured, Residential and OFFICE & CLERICAL further experience helpful but good condition. $1,850. 458-0262 Seaworthy 11.2 ft. inflatable 1990, years experience whatever the job. 1 Mile North of Shell Factory immediately! 2 All Steel Buildings Fort Myers, FL 33903-4339. Drug shape. 4 speed, cold A/C, after 6 P.M. seats 6. Many extras! (941) 575- with all accessories. Boat with 15 on US 41 Commercial. Furniture, Art, not necessary, will train. Very 97,000 miles. Call Cook 463-2824 (Gable Roof Style). Perfect for Antiques, Machinery, etc. Free Pick- tests testing. EOE. Call 995-2600. HELP WANTED 2/21/86 —SSSS—21128330-73 4750. H.P. Evinrude, $1,395. Without 2/24/86 —SSSS—21127027-5 THIS IS A BOLD AND CAPITAL 731-0540 garage/workshop. One is 30x40. 2/23/86 —SSSS— 21128581-73 competitive salary * 466-8448 2)23/96 —SSSS—21127967-78 motor $695. 656-0424. AD. FOB $1.70 MORE YOU Up. 772-3100. $40,000/YR. Income Potential. commission. Medical, dental A 1988 Ford Bronco II Eddie Bauer ""'Learn To Gamble""' Over SO 2/25/96 —SSSS— 2112*8367-73 Will sell for balance owed! Call Greg 3/6/96 —SSSS—21119439-72 2/23)96 — SSSS— 21129073-5 Edition, V6, 2 wheel drive, loaded, Rent My' New Deck Boat!! 2/20/96 —SSSS—21137374-72 CAN HAVE YOUR CLASSIFIED (800J-715-6482 WANTED Home typists/PC users. Toll free (1) retirement plan. Gas credit books on all forms of gambling. AD UKE THIS. '89 Cad. Brougham, white - Leather 84k miles, excellent condition, Daily/Weekly.941-549-5971 or 941- Reasonable prices. 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No experience required. You Wanted: All used small outboard you can start wilh $200 and make business ' set-up. All done MACHINERY will be trained! SASE: Home Office.. 'SB Olds Cutlass Ciera, 4 door, a/c, ' 8, low mileage, cold A.C, cruise, electronics, head/refrig., new motors, any year, any condition. over $40,000 by the end of the year. reasonably. Experienced, creative, Heddon, Winchester, Shakespeare, LIKE NEW CONDITION . 694-1311 i P.S., P.B. Automatic - tow package. batteries-charger, very clean, vom Hofe, Meek, Milam. Top prices Employment Service, 1116-B S.E. Immediate openings at loaded, great condition, $2,500. Call Running or not. Also wanted: Part-time. Call 941-278-0381. professional, confidential service at 855 JOHN DEERE TRACTOR FOLDS UP ALSO. $300. 8th Street, Cape Coral, FL 33990. 2/23/96 —SSSS— 21127390-73 540-7840. I Blue-white with matching topper. extras!, great family offshore boat, Neglected or abused boat and 2/33/96 — SjSS— 21123886-74 your business or home. 693-6770. paid. Dr. Michael Echols, 489-0587 DIESEL, 4 WD, HYDRO TRANS, CALL 574-7077. our fast growing 24 hr. health problems, $10,500/make evenings & weekends. 2/23/96 —SSSS—21129612-72 2/21/96 —SSSS—21129373-71 Clean. Runs great. $13,000. O.B.O. motor packages. Some used parts For Ladies Only. I can protect you & 2)23/96 —tttt—21127606-73 PS, FRONT a REAR PTO 2/20/86 —SSSS— 21127imn.7a National Fire Protection Co. $$$$'$$$$$ I Leave message 275-3972. offer. 941-945-1360 also available. 458-8252 2/23/86 —SSSS —21106209-73 1992 Saturn Sports Coupe. 34,600 yours for 80# a day. No installation Earn what you are worth: QUICKTACH LOADER, BUSH FIT with benefits. i 2/26/96 —SSSS- 21129910-70 2/28)96 —SSSS—21127463-74 2)27/96 -SSSS-21116B87-71 Crafts ... Crafts ... Crafts... 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Powerhead rebuild, 2/23/66 —SSSS—21128999-74 affiliates in this area. Call Mornings - Drive-In Flea Market, N. 2/23/96 —SSSS—21125683-75 The national leader in the lawn P/S, P/B, AM/FM cassette, CRUISER, 1995 MODEL, OWNER Ft. Myers, Business US 41 (N. Bahama Cruise - 5 days/4 nights. 1661 Estero Blvd., 26A Busy Consignment shop. 30-40 2/21/96 —SSSS—21129422-74 lower unit rebuild, outdrive rebuild. I today for details. 1-800-309- care Industry is looking for F.M.B. dual-fuel tanks, chrome DESPERATE TO SELL! 3V do it all. Home 458-9412. Dig. $$$$$$$$$$$$$$ 032$. Tamiami Tr.) 941-675-1301 - Crafts Underbookedl Must sell! hours per week, computer exp. '68 Must ang XLT, $5,000 O.B.O. BERTRAM 1968, 2/GAS. TRADE ambitious, hard wording,,, 2/29/96 — SSSS— 21117525-5 wheels, good tires, rubber mat beeper 277-6020 3/2/96 —$SSS—21127811-73 ...Crafts ...Crafts... COMPUTERS & $279/couple. Limited tickets. Call 1- required.Type 40 words per min. Excellent condition, automatic. Refinance Nowl Lowest rates OKAY. 656-0607 DLR. 2)23)96 —SSSS—21126811-70 3/2/B6 —SSSS— 21123168-6 800-414-4151 Ext. 181. Mon-Sat. 9 ' reliable, candidates (must be Retail exp. a plus. Salary based on Lotsa new stuff. 939-1109. & bedliner, Reese hitch. 2/27/96 —SSSS—21129182-70 available Summit Mortgage Group, For Sale, A Steal: Hair Salon & Reservations/Receptions part' a Licensed Mortgage Leader. Get Storage binfull for sale-got real job, COMPUTER EQUIP. AMto10PM,ST#14299. 21 with clean driving record) exp. 941-267-6496 2/21/86 — SSSS—2112949B-76 $5,000 O.B.O. Boutique, see to appreciate, 1 block 2/28/86 —SSSS—21127504-5 time and full time. Good pay 2/20/96 —SSSS—21129249-73 18 ft. I974 Regal , 70 h.p., with UTILITY TRAILERS \ your equity in cash in 30 days and from Edison Mall. 543-2902 can't 3o Flea Markets. New, used, Software for Tandy 1000 and other 1984 Plymouth Reliant 2 dr., 4 cyl., (941) 540-0357. trailer, extras. Moving , must selll nave lower monthly payments. collectibles, plus tables. $3000 plus Electronic candy machine USI 'Possible Signing Bonus and benefits. A/T, P/B, P/S, A/C, good condition, 2)24)96 —SSSS— 21130107-5 3/1/86 —SSSS — 21127932-72 compatibles. Hundreds of programs We need representatives to sell $1200. OBO. 458-8867. Double axle trailer 8 X 16. VA/FHA/Conventional. 1-800-283- inventory for $600. 941-332-0153- snack Mart III, $ bill accepter. •Benefits including Dental & Sanibel Realty one owner, $1,200 O.B.O. Call 549- 2/20/96 --Uti—21139244-0 Removable sides. Made in machine Well established, full service salon. for both old and new computers. Telecommunications Products & 6580. Eves. Serious inquires only. Monday thru Saturday. Ben and $1,800. 941-936-9361 401K 472-6565 4244. shop. $800. O.B.O. 368-1451 3/16/96 —lS$i—21130026-7 Growing area So. Ft. Myers. Newly 2/20/86 — SSSS— 2112B1B6-73 2/23/96 —SSSS—21128553-76 Services to businesses throughout '87 VIP Vindicator 22' 460 CU. In. Mary Cunliff. 4839 Palm Beach Blvd. •Year Round Employment 2/20/96 —SSSS— 21125025-3 2/23/96 —SSSS—21129641.70 King Cobra motor A outdrive, swim 2/21/96 —SSSS-21129540-71 remodeled, 7 stations. Room for S.W. Florida. We offer full & part- I REC. VEHICLES | Lose weight & Inches too with expansion, $59,900. c/o The Lee Final week. Going out of business 694-2168 Trailer hitch, food warmer - new in platform, VHF depth finder, AM-FM, Trailer covered, dual - axle, electric our easy workout plan. Order 2/24/96 —SSSS—21128 382-74 box, two 3 ft. sliding glass doors FULL TIME POSITION time opportunity, open territories, County Shopper, 2508 Del Prado sale. Aunt Bz Attic, 1515 Del Prado. The right candidate will enjoy SPORTS & IMPORTS Coachmen Motor Home, 1992, 34 port-a-pot, dual batts. Full canvas, brakes 20' x 8' homemade for lawn now S receive a free water Tues. - Sat. 10-4. Pictures 50%. w/track, golf clubs - Hogan irons, Big AVAILABLE, DUTIES INCLUDE training, & local sales & customer kept on lift. Runs strong through Blvd., P.O. Box 103, Cape Coral, FL great benefits that come with ft., Adapted for Handicap with business. $1,100. Call 418-0171 wheel. Send $5.00 to The 339Q4. Misc. 10-50%. Fixtures, lighted Bertha driver, Zebra putter, 2 CB's, DATA ENTRY AND support from our Ft. Myers office. AUTOS i hydraulic lift, approx. 11,000 miles. trans, exhaust. $7,500. O13.O. 945- 2/23/8S —ISSS—21128683.73 Workout, P.O. Box 29402,. PICTURES Joining a FORTUNE 200 team. 2/28/96 —SSSS—21127961-76 jewelry case, back cabinets, bases, swimming pool motor, propeller, ANSWERING PHONES, PC Explore the income potential by Like new. Asking $40,000. Best 4486 Parma, Ohio, 44129. ARE WORTH A 540-7883. Apply in person or call: '93 Mustang LX 5-speed, like new 2/20/96 —SSSS—21129325-70 card rack, signs. EXPERIENCE REQUIRED. calling the Regional Office offer. 941-574-5849 or 401-333- 2)24/86 — SSSS—21130045-76 Carpet and upholstery cleaning 2/20/96 —SSSS—21128188-70 2/21/86 —SSSS—21128447-71 as low as $388 down Call 332-0448, business, established and growing. 1000 WORDS! COMPETITIVE WAGE AND (941) 433-4770. Dlr. 2637. 1994 Stratos 1700 CC, Simini top, SERVICE "Loans & Bill Consolidation!!" Good TRU GREEN 2/26/96 —SSSS—11118806-74 Owner operator netting $40,000. Garage & Moving, Big Sale - 3 And for as little as Military Retiree: Champus BENEFITS, APPLY AT BREEZE 2/23/96 —SSSS— 21129855-70 2/24/96 —SSSS—21078431-72 custom console cover-, 115 H.P. or bad credit welcome. Reasonable Famines, Feb. 21-23 - Wed - Fri. Supplement will pay the 25% 5773 Corporation Cir. Includes equipment, van, and client $8.00 more CORPORATION, 2510 DEL Mercedes '89, 300E, gold, dual air Evinrude, 25 hrs., must see - Like monthly payments. 416-208-3074 base. $35,000. May.consider trade Baby clothes, ladies, children, hats, allowed, plus 100% of all excess Ft. Myers, FL 33905 new!! $10,000. (941) 283-3809 DIRECTOBY 2/23/96 — H»- 21128413-74 you can show what PRADO BLVD. CAPE CORAL, SALES • HELP bags, excellent condition. One for something of equal value. 941- dolls, toys, pictures, spreads, misc., charges. For brochure 1-800-627- For Sale - '93 Franklin Travel Trailer 2/21/96 —«SSS—21128401-4 997-3999. lumber, 2 X 4s, lattace, tables, you have to offer! 2824 Ext. 434 694-1311 FL owner. $1,500 below book. $17,300. - 33' extra-wide & extra high. 10/12/2010 —SSSS WANTED Call 629-9190 or 629-7593. 3/2/86 -SSSS—21128047-70 clothes racks, 813 S.W. 6th Ct. Off 2/21)96 —SSSS—21129817-3 2/23/86 -SSSS— 21126617-73 2/21/96 —SSSS— 21128807-78 Central air. Washer & dryer, CARPET LOST & FOUND | 1997831-6 3/1/96 —SSSS—21120335-78 FISHERMAN'S DREAM Skyline Blvd. 8-6P.M Ford Explorer XLT1993,35K miles, Professionals needed. Big dishwasher, shower/tub module, 2 Wellcraft - 33' 1991, equipped for 2/23/96 — titt- 21129453-74 MODELS WANTED: INSTALLATION & Lost baseball glove, Bowman MLMers & PYCNOGENOL 4-door, mocha color, leather PART TIME - HELP commissions! Fun business. Full or '93 Acura Integra LS, grey, 3-DR, ceiling fans. 25' awning. $13,900. off-shore fishing. Key West 4 Dry Beach, Feb. I4th.ca!i 472-1433. DISTRIBUTORS! Huge T-Shirt Sale! Saturday • OFFICE & interior, $16,500. Also Diamond Between ages*' 7 - 23 to model part time. Fax resume 466-0990 or P/W, automatic transmission, A/C, 941-463-8942 Tortugas areas. Over 400 mi. range 2/23/86 —$S»—21128882-3 casual & formal wear in this year's power sunroof, tilt, cruise & AM/FM 3)23/96 —SSSS—21128541-5 REPAIR Call now for Important update February 24th - Harlequin Nature necklace and earrings 14K gold WANTED apply at 5645 Youngquist Rd. Unit 7. - Twin Cummings diesel 300's - 700 RESTAURANT 1996 TAMPA PAGEANTS. CALL 1-. stereo casette. 75K miles. Original hrs. Fully equipped - Price reduced. & free tape Graphics, 16145 Old US 41 Road total weight 2.00 carat diamonds 8a.m-i0a,m. Mon-Fri. R.V. Lot. Gated, secured park, near | ANNOUNCEMENJSJ Ft. Myers, FL - Take US 41 South $2,000. 694-6573 800-378-9770 "TRU GREEN"* now hiring part- 12/21/96 -SSSS-21121971-71 owner. Excellent condition! $9,500. beaches, shopping.Hosp High pride 941-549-6326 RETAIL STORE PRICES "Shortcuts to Megabucks 3/8/96 —SSSS—21128535-74 Call 279-4712 "Watch forSigns . EQUIPMENT 2/23/86 —SSSt—21128938-73 time app't setters. $5-$8/hr. Call of ownership. County water, sewer, 3/6/96 —SSSS—21129457-71 TOO HIGH? in MLM." 2/23/96 —SSSS—21128613-78 Secrets that Travel Agents 2/25/86 —SSSS—21128562-74 Affordable Office Furniture. Quality Acrylic appliers, $11 hr. We train. Chris for immediate interview. 694- SKILLS & TRADES clubhouse, not tub,cableT.V.& trash 36 Foot Pacemaker house boat, 1-800-214-9279 - 24 hrs. Labor, mgmt. Local work. 813-971- 1311 Huge Neighborhood Garage and used desks, files, chairs & tables. 1984 Mercedes, 300D turbo, removal included in $64.00 twin Chrysler engines, suitable as Don't Want You to Know PETS & SUPPLIES) 9778. 2/23/86 -fSSf-21126620-73 All major carpets, sheet vinyl 2/13/96 —SSSS— 21128537-74 Moving Sale. Over 12 homes! Buy, sell, trade, lease. We deliver. In HELP WANTED silver/navy, well maintained, very maintenance. 941-482-8703. living quarters, $10,000 or best Reduce your travel costs by 70% 3/9/86 —SSSS—21128729-73 2/20/86 —SSSS—21128321-73 and ceramic tile lines and put thousands of dollars in your Pizza Shop - North Cape area. Ideal Quality and quantity! Antiques, Star Plaza corner of Old 41 and presentable, new tires and brakes offer. Complete kitchen. 542-0776. location. Future growth & Pondella. 997-5659. Out of town: • * 2 Positions available - Shirt presser PROFESSIONAL $3,950. 542-2521 after 5pm. Airstream 31 ft., 1972 International 2/21/96 — SSSS— 21129492-70 available. Free estimates and pocket at the same time. Info 1-800- furniture, household, 19S5 Toyota, NOTICE: Florida Statute TYPESETTER 446-4835. expansion. Serving delivery & 24 toys, books, tools. East Rocks 800-452-1857. Air Conditioned. & laundry assistant. Apply Monday Mac Experience Preferred 2/24)96 —SSSS—2112^435-71 Model. In great shape!! Waterfront '87 Carver 36', aft cabin, twin 454, shop at home service. seating capacity. Quick sale Visa/Mastercard. 828.29 states that all dogs & HELP WANTED lot in Cherry Estates Campground, Installation 'available. 2/22/86 -11H- 21128696-5 Subdivision, off W. Gulf Drive, W. of cats offered for sale In Florida through Friday, White Heron '86 Nissan 200SX. Excellent radar, loran, A/C, gen., Halon, sum wanted!! Principles only. Call Jay Rabbit Road, Sanibel. Watch for 3;i/96 —SSSS—21050292-75 Cleaners, 15675 McGregor Blvd., Security guard for a beach motel, condition. New paint & tires. Low St. James City. For sale by owner, log, depth, syn, full bimini, low Insured & Lie #TMOOO182 Help build church - Donate 941-772-8282 or 941-283-5861. must be at least 8 weeks old, Apply at: $3,500.(941) 283-5132 balloons. Saturday, Feb. 24th, 8:00 - Pespi Machine, Dixie Narco, Model have an official health South Ft. Myers or call 489-3800. full-time, temporary - nights. miles. $2,900. 941-334-1706. hours, $65,000. After 7:00 p.m. 542- 20 yrs exp. plus references. money/saleable items at Sheila 2/23/96 —SSSS—31128811-74 1:00. Don't miss this one! 2)21/86 —SSSS—21129481-71 THE BREEZE CORPORATION 2/21)96 —tiSS—21129552-74 2/28/96 —SSSS—21129398-4 Lee's Designs, 1416 Lafayette St., 440, 7/select, $ bill accepter. certificate signed by a Previous experience preferred. Call 5860. Direct Carpet Mill Brokers Small restaurant - good price - great 2/22/B6 —SSIS—21126737-3 $1,500,941-936-9361 veterinarian, have proper Established and growing carpet for appointment 463-6535 ask for 2510 DEL PRADO BLVD. 1984 Midas 24'ft. 64,000 miles, 2/21/86 — $fSt— 21129494-70 433-0592. Cape Coral, FL. 33904. 549- CAPE CORAL, FL 1991 Mercedes 300SL coupe 1709/336-7874, Ft. Myers #2 lease and location. Buy today - open 2/23/86 — SSSS—21128555-76 shots and be free from cleaning company is hiring Steven. Chevrolet, 8 cylinder, good Chaparral, 91, 2100SX, sport, less 3/8/96 —SSSt— 2078985-72 2 Family Yard Sale 2/23/96 —SSSS—21128719-75 12/26/2012 —SSSS— Mint condition! Church of God Rev. Egbert May tomorrow. Everything is in place. intestinal & external parasites. experienced telemarketers. Great condition. First $5,000. Offer Buys. than 100 hours, Mercruiser 5.7, V8, Pastor. Get in on the tourist season. Owner Furniture, children's toys, In accordance with this statute, pay plus bonuses. Flexible hours, 21111749-79 32,000 miles! Unique teal! 267-4563 motor, new mooring coversl Bimini has other interests. Call 458-1230 CAMERAS, TV, long term opportunity for qualified FURNITURE REPAIR & 2/23/96 — SSSS—211295B2-73 clothes & furniture, appliances, This publication will not RESTAURANT - Truck & Crane Operators needed. Must sell. 2/21/96 —SSSS—21128509-5 top, dual battery system, depth 2/27/96 —SSSS—21129252-72 televisions, bikes, housewares STEREO & VIDEO knowingly accept any ads applicants. Call 454-1084 or 437- Must have CDL Class B Minimum. 542-8999 or 542-3771 Estate Sale - 1967 Bluebird finder, tandem trailer, new bottom REFINISHING 2747 to apply. HAVE YOU ever had an experience Free 900# - Yes free, no cost, no and much more. advertising dogs or cats for HELP WANTED Apply at: 2501 Rockfill Rd., Ft. 2/20/86 —SSSS— 21128822-3 Camper, 33 ft., 7 speed Allison paint, $11,900. 997-5338. Sony car audio, top of line, sale that do not meet these 2/21/96 —SSSS—21128513-5 Need your Wicker or Rattan witti a psychic? Are they real or con security fees, no monthly line Saturday Feb. 24, Myers. EOE - Drug Free Company. transmission, approximately 10,000 3/2/96 —tSSS—21129487-76 charges. No catch. Call: (904) 368- AM/FM/CD controller with Sony 10 requirements. Experienced cooks, waitstaff for 3/1/96 —tSSS — 21123418-74 1995 Mitsubishi Eclipse Sports Car. furniture repaired, recaned, artists? We need your story. Good 8:00 a.m. until 77 Light Maintenance F/T - 30 hours, 5 seasonal Bar Harbor, Maine Loaded! 4 on the floor. 5 yr 100,000 miles on new engine, generator, 0229 or write: Telecom 900, 3535 changer, (extended warranty). 7/9/2014 — SSSS—21096341-78 1984 Manatee Cuddy Cabin, 90 rewoven or repainted, we also or bad! 1-800-721-3654 for a pre- 1714 Bunting Lane days weekly, 6 hour days. restaurant. May-October. Breakfast, Tractor, boxblade operator, mile warranty. 29K only. $16,000. microwave, etc. TaKing offers. 656- H.P. Mariner. All the goodies! Low recorded message. Maricamp Rd. #900, Ocala, FL Features: digital surround Saturdays a must. Tropical Sands experienced, over-time & benefits, 6174 rebuild & custom build Wicker S (Gumbo Limbo Subdivision) processor, custom file, remote Wanted: Male Airdale for breeding dinner. Send resume or call: Jim 941-542-6142 after 5 PM or days hours! Aluminum tilt trailer. $4,000. Rattan furniture & accessories. 2/23/96 —SSSS—211 30024-70 34471 Resort-Ft. Myers Beach 463-1133. 549-0060. 2/23)88 —SSSS — 21128627-71 control. $975.941-694-8016. purposes. 939-4431 Bond, 1402 S.E. 23 St., Cape Coral, 941-574-6762 or first reasonable offer. Call (941) Quick Service. Wicker World 542- 2/21/96 —SSSS —21129385-71 Sanibel Island, Florida 2/21/96 —SSSS—21128407-71 Ask for Johanna to set-up 2)21/96 —SSSS—21129500-71 2/23/96 —SSSS—21130003-74 FL 33990 (941) 458-2607 2/23/96 —SSSS—21129885-74 1973 Dodge motor home Class C. 472-2661 3832 COMMUNITY Cape Coral Beauty Salon for sate. Discus. Wholesale to the public. appointment. 2/28/96 -SSSS-2112859O-72 walk-thru, low miles, sleeps 6. 2/21/96 —SSSS—21129537-3 3/2/9B —tSSS— 21092788-82 One year new. All equipment, Many colors. Raised on city water. 2)21/96 —SSSS—21128515-5 G. C. Seeks CLASSICS & Family fun with a small investment. CALENDAR j HOME FURNISHINGS j Part 22 ft. Angler center console, 150 supplies and clients included. CLASSIFIED CAN Babies to adult breeders. Cape Wildlife/Conservation Jobs - Game $$ EARN BIG BUCKS $$ Time Experienced: Unit has been well cared for. $1,995 H.P. Evinrude, tandem axle HOME IMPROVEMENT! Owner will consider financing. SAVE TIME, MONEY AND Medical and Moving Sale: Like new Coral, 549-5701. Aquariums for wardens, security, maintenance, PERKINS RESTAURANT E'tctriclan ANTIQUE AUTOS cash only + tax. 694-1110. galvanized trailer wilh brakes, "WANTED" Please call 549-8771. FRUSTRATION BY HELPING power-lift recliner- paid $850., sale. etc. No exp. necessary. Now Hiring. IS NOW HIRING Plumber 3/1/96 —SSSS — 21129891-75 $5,995,997-1368. ADDITIONS. Remodeling, new 2/23/96 —SSSS—2112B716-70 For Info Call (219) 794-0010 ext. Jaguar 1969 XKE, 2+2, same owner "ARTISTS & GRAFTERS" 96 2/21/Bt —ttti-2112B393-71 YOU FIND THE asking $399. $120 commode, $35. SERVERS and Vagabond 32", '95, self-contained 2/23/96 —SSSS—21129611-75 construction. JAN. B. BATES INC. New condition dining sets, furniture, 7601.9 AM to 11 P.M. 7 days. • since 1973, $12,900 or best offer. SESSION - ARTS & CRAFTS 17 Year old Lawn Business PROFESSIONALS WHO KNOW New in S.W. Florida: Train your Dog TO START IMMEDIATELY. Brick Mason 772-3841. travel trailer, sleeps 6. Air, awning, Mako 254 twin Mercury 150 HP. State CERTIFIED CONTRACTOR. complete with 50 very loyal exercycle, TV, bedding, dishes, 3/10/98 —SSSS—21129516-5 W/D, rear bedroom, loaded and SHOWS. SANIBEL ISLAND;- WED, THE BEST WAY TO HANDLE with Code-Words! Nobody else can DINNER & LATE NIGHT For Light Work 2/23)96 — StSS-2112«958-73 reconditioned. Center console, new CRCO 35404. FEB 21 ST. S WED. APRIL 3RD. customers (as long as you do good Misc.!Call 941-489-43321 handle your dog anymore. But many extras! $11,7Q0 O.B.O. Call electric wiring, two new captain's 2/23/B6 -SSSS-21120735-3 YOUR IMPROVEMENT AND 2/23/96 —SSSS—21127588-74 Stay Home Make $187 A Day SHIFTS Ideal For Retired Person 1968 Camaro SS, fully restored 355 m work). Includes two 52 inch Grazer carefully: This Special Training is 332-5036. chairs (teak) and new front bench mowers, trailer, and ail the CARRY IT OUT TO Processing Mail For Local POTENTIAL TO EARN 768-1199 V-8, 425 H.P. automatic, High Rise 2/23/96 —SSSS—21129827-78 Rattan sofa 84" $475, camel-back only available with USPCA Certified Companies "As a Independent seat. Immaculate) Excellent running ilil ™ K IE necessary tools, trimmers, edgers, PERFECTION! $10 • $15 + PER HOUR 2/23/96 —SSSS— 21129806-72 Edelbrook, mild street camshaft, | SEAWALLS t sofa 66" $195, "Lane" end table, Trainer Mike Lino, now on new Home Worker." Flexible Hours. 373 gears, headers, Holley carb. condition. $12,300; Call 466-0534, saws. $18,000. 542-3183. 10/25/2012 _t(SS— TRAVEL EXPENSES PAID ON Aluminum installers & helpers, 2/23)86 —SSSS—21129544-78 $95, 2-piece corner desk with shelf- location. PH: 567-1267 or 489-1153 PT/FT Call Brick Processing Center HDS iginition, sound system, CD. AUTO & TRUCK Holes along your seawall from 2/23/96 —titi—21128468-70 2100347-79 top $169. All negotiable and in 3/1/96 —SSSS—21130018-70 DAILY BASIS. experienced only need apply erosion can be repaired without 1^313-513-3030 EXT-32 Transportation & tools required. Serious inquiries only $12,000.656- PARTS & SUPPLIES 24 ft. double deck pontoon boat, *"*WORK FROM HOME"" excellent condition. Call 472-4595 Second income raising birds at •2.iW -SSSS-21129618-71 APPLY IN PERSON OR CALL: 0149 digging up your lawn. 5 year APPLICATION COMMUNITY 200 HOMES before 10:00 p.m. Please call 995-2229. 150 horse, Yamaha motor, many Generate substantial income of home. Cages, equipment and birds 1-800-329-8613 2/21/96 —SSSS—21129380-74 Dash covers - molded plastic, not a guarantee. Hull cleaning $1. 25 ft. AFFAIRS ART & CRAFT SHOWS, $50,000. to $150,000. yearly. NO "SATURDAY ONLY" 2)23)96 —SSSS—2112B044-3 Home Workers Wanted: Make $480 2/23/96 —SttS-21129844-76 extras, $5,000,458-8023. Piling restoration, 10 yr. guarantee. to get started - call for species and weekly! From your location. Process 4335 E. TAMIAMI TRAIL '70 Eldorado & 67 4-door Deville carpet. Great for cracked dashes. 2/23/96 —SSSS—21129M3.7C P O BOX 1835, BOCA GRANDE, SELLING^J t^ ^ L— 111 ^* !• NIX ^O^ IRISK k I ^J f \ !\ ThiII1I4sJ iI s%* an MARCH 2. 1 Call Steve, 549-3319. Noritake fine china, 12 place prices. Cage $10. Birds from $15 grocery premiums. We mail checks or sedan, hard-tops, must sell. Very Ask us about pickup door panels, - 941-964-1457 established Inc. 500 company.Fo. Ir 8:00 AM TIL ??? settings, 7 piece each. Moving, each. Adult parrots wanted. 731- DOMESTIC AUTOS \ Grady-White 1989 23 ft. twin 130 2/20)96 —SSSS—21022545-76 weekly! Application, send long self- 4255 N. TAMIAMI TRAIL clean inside & outside. Will trade for 800-440-DASH (3274) V4's, 500 hrs,, hardtop lowrance, more info, call 1-800-677-1207 •Extf . YARD SALE, BAZAAR, must sell, valued at $1-2,000+, 7674. 2/24/96 —SSSS— 21117096-71 addressed stamped envelope: SFL ASK FOR THE MANAGER ON '91 Geo Prism, 4 door, auto, cold 4-door sedan in very good shape. LMS-200 compass, VHF radio, 2 1843. AUCTION. asking $500. Make offer. 549-6803. 2/24/96 —SSSS—21130063-70 Food Discounters, 81 Weaverville A/C, $5,995. Call Bruce Smith at 856-1210 leave message. Talk loud Your Dock Pilings 2/23/86 —SSSS — 21129585-74 2/20/96 —SSSS—21129195-70 DUTY berths, port-a-potti, 182 gal. fuel, aft FURNITURE, DISHES, Rd. Ext. #24, Asheville, NC 28804. Roger Dean Chevrolet 574-3326 please. MOTORCYCLE & canvas, one owner, recent tune-up. Should be an Investment. CEMETERY • Turn-key Video Store - divorce 2/23/96 —SSSS—21129692-74 OPEN 24 HOURS 2/24/88 —SSSS—21060201-82 2/23/9 6 —SSSS—21129643-70 APPLIANCES, LAMPS, 80% off Cost! Only 1 available or SPORTING GOODS I 2/23/96 —SSSS— 21129747-82 New. $57,500. Asking $32,000. Call today to encase your forces sale. 3,000 movies & games. first come basis, Custom Oak Man or woman to do everything in '91 Plymouth Lazer Turbo, MOPEDS Excel lent (941) 283-9262. pilings In a Poly-Mar casing to CREMATION Everything goes. 325,000 cash. DRAPES, TOOLS, JEWELRY, Private collector will pay cash for old THE REGISTRY RESORT, 475 Kitchen with Custom washed finish an old fashioned hardware store. automatic, as low as $388. down 4-WHEEL DRIVE 3/1)96 m —SSSS — 21130015-4 939-0515. CLOTHING, RAFFLE, FOOD. guns. 454-7231 SEAGATE DRIVE, NAPLES. 1991 Suzuki Quadracer 250R, prevent erosion. iTmple Cremation, a dignified 11'X7', plywood box construction. Experience helpful, motivation, and Call 332-0448, Dlr Formula Twin 235's - I/O, Wisconsin 3/1/86 — SSSS — 21129BB1-7S SUNSHINE VILLAGE, Call Marianne at 768-0400 or can 2/2B/96 —SSSS—21129502-5 ambition, most important, full time. Currently has openings: Line VEHICLES great shape, very fast, 80+ MPH. 10 yr. guarantee. 2/24/96 —SSSS —21074014-72 low hours, always taken care of. A boat, dive platform, cabin, Loran, Lawn service. 25-30 accounts S DAVIS RD. AT MC GREGOR be seen at Ambassador Kitchen Used 10 speed bike, Ross Racer, 6 Benefits & salary negotiable. Cooks (all levels), "Baker, 'Pantry Call Steve. Cook. If you have experience in any 93. Ford T-Bird LX, 2 to choose Jeep Cherokee Laredo, 1990, sacrifice at $1,950. Contact Jeremy radio. Priced to sell. Runs great. equipment. $7,500 O.B.O. 693- & SUMMERLIN, 12700 Metro Pkwy #4 Ft Myers, months old, black, like new! $150 Tropical Hardware 3235 Cleveland $5,000. Call best evenings 463- Free Estimates 33912. Call 395-1713. ' Ave. 936-4979. of the above positions please apply from, loaded, as low as $372. down. $9,500. Great condition. 113,000 mi. 540-0324, leave message. Pager 6299. BEFORE SANIBEL. in person - M-F, 9:00 a.m.-noon. Call 332-0448, Dlr. 890-8787. 3876 549-3319 2/23/86 —SSSS—21129980-7 6 2/23/96 —SSSS— 21130084-5 2)23/96 —SSSS—21129660-72 2/23/86 —SSSS—211287Ba-a 3)1/96 —SSSS—21128994-4 656-3866 2120/96 —SSSS— .210B3154-76 8/23/96, —SSSS—21128911-74 2/24)86 -SSSS-21079438-72 2/21/S6 —SSSS—21129470-73 2123/86 —SSSS—21129887-74 2^ 25/96 _ , — SSSS—21130089-i WHO DOES

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Sanibei Music Festival Sanibei Music Festival - the 10th anniversary season - 1996 can do things others can't. By Frank Wagner had been to what the'festival had to Gzrtury, Islander staff writer become." It doesn't seem quite possible, but the Jaqua continued, "The growth in the musical month of March is almost upon us board was phenomenal." She went on to and with it comes the Sanibei Music praise many hard working and dedicated Festival's 10th anniversary season. Years fly people: Maurice Oshry, the festival's vice by swiftly and humble beginnings are often president of marketing and public rela- GREAT NEAR BEACH forgotten. Let's take a brief look back in tions, and perhaps the most talented practi- LOCATION!... time and learn about the origins of this high- This open and airy tioner in that field any organization could contemporary home ly successful annual music festival. wish for; Joyce Stendahl, who started out offers all the features a The Sanibei Music Festival's founder, the doing what she called "a mini-fund drive" discerning island home late Marilyn Lauriente, was the original dri- and has gone on to win the support of the owner dreams of - ving force. It was her dream to bring live, elegance, charm, privacy, entire musical community; her husband luxury ... And owner high quality, classical music to the islands Curt has used his expertise in solving A NATURALIST'S PARADTSE WITH PRIVACY This mini-estate of of Sanibei and Captiva, and she was deter- financ-ing is available to approximately 2.39 acres offers two fresh water ponds with a fishing pier. problems related to business, organization PUNTA RASSA - This lovely fully furnished condo is just listed at qualified buyers. The property is backed by conservation land and the Sanibei River. There is mined to have her musical vision realized. 5160,000 Enjo\ gorgeous views of San Carlos Bay Spacious master area, and all those incessant problems that nag S-159,500. deeded beach access to Gulf beaches. The property has been surveyed for roomy kitchen, utility room, and guest suite make this a tTemendous buy Lauriente's dream got its first test when a the possibility of subdivision of an additional lot. every non-profit arts organization. so...Call today! group of Sanibei music lovers gathered at Bob Orrell has been a magnificent trea- the Gulf Pines home of Bruce and the late surer; Liz Wolf is the festival's hostess Ida Lalor to hear Lauriente's plans for an with the mostest and has the massive job annual music festival. The group was treat- of ticket sales. Jim Leven's busy computer ed to the Chicago Lyric ensemble's playing has generated the elegant programs (this in of Mozart's Eine KleineNachtmusik. addition to attending to his full-time job). That audience sat on folding chairs bor- Jone Schlackman is hospitality chairman rowed from the Sanibei Music Association and sees to it that none of the artists go to and listened to musicians seated in the min- bed hungry. She is also in charge of com- YACHTSMAN'S DREAM - Pompano Beach, "On the Intercoastal" GOLFER'S DREAM - Fort Myers. On the 1st Tee, Lavish Marble Pillared BEACH LOVER'S DREAM - Sanibei Island, Florida. 5 bedroom 5 bath, Best strel gallery of the Lalors' two-story living Gorgeous and Spacious, Mizsner style, 4 bedroom suites, all marble floors, Contemporary mansion was featured as 1990 "Dream Home". 3 bedrooms construction of concrete and steel yet glamorous and spacious, Marble and Italian tile, ing up with special events that are truly double staired entry foyer. Granite kitchen custom cabinetry, designed for plus den, Plantation shuttered, 20 foot ceilings, Electronics, Fine, Fine custom cabinetry, wine rack, Pella windows, pool spa, elevator lo gorgeous master suite room. Pledges of support from the 35 who special. Nancy Clark handles the job of perfection, and lavish living. Immediate possession! 52,900,000. Call today. Kitchen, only 15 minutes to International Airport, Great Price of $599,000. overlooking the Gulf of Mexico, Boa! clock, Beach, Tennis, little maintenance. $1,795,000. attended this now historical performance housing 30 or more artists during the were sufficient to permit Lauriente to move The Sanibei Music Festival's founder, the late Marilyn Lauriente month of March. Bruce Lalor, who has forward with her plans for a festival. been with the festival since its inception, Lauriente was principal clarinetist with the Certainly one of Lauriente's most cooperative contributes a sense of continuity, personal inter- Chicago Lyric Opera Orchestra, coordinator of Chicago cohorts was the late Maestro Lee est and intense loyalty. the Ravinia Festival Orchestra and founder of the Schaenen, then head of the Lyric Center for The newest board members: Flo Walsh has Acanthus Chamber Orchestra. These contacts in American Artists. He believed his opera students taken on the formidable job of volunteer coordi- the Chicago musical community enabled her to should test their vocal mettle and performance nator, and Susan Barbera has used all of her contact artists of the highest caliber to perform at qualities by actually performing in public, and he computer skills to compile the many business SANIBEL GOLFERS - Best Built in this Price range, Marble Floors through- BOATER'S DREAM - Imagine your own private Boat Dock with the out. European Dream kitchen, family room, fireplace, Gorgeous Master Suite, SANIBEL GULF/BAYOU FRONT - 3 bedroom, 2 bath, totally renovated her projected Sanibei Music Festival. helped keep Lauriente's young festival supplied and professional files. Prettiest Home on Sanibei Island, 4+ bedrooms, vaulted ceilings, space, Den, 30 ft. living room, formal and exquisite dining room, wine cellar, office, Beauty with VIEWS! VIEWS! VIEWS! Light Oak kitchen, spacious living light and electronic features, Beauty and water views abound, Just Listed! guest suites, walk to golf club house and beach. Being offered far below and beach view rooms, French doors to pool decks, fully furnished, with outstanding beginning vocal artists. Two of Jaqua explained, "A good friend of the festi- Glamorous! Immediate Possession. $2,150,000. Hurry! replacement cost at $699,000. Better to be first on this one. Immediate Possession! Only $779,000. Just listed! these talented beginners have now become high- val, Mike Gillespie, a management consultant, isi sirvi:ss i»itoi»osn io:vs ly sought-after artists in the world of opera and once told us that the Sanibei Music Festival is a concerts. Their names are Cynthia Lawrence and boutique. As such, the festival is a specialist SANIBEL ISLAND, Retail Tourist shop, 13 years, SANIBEL ISLAND, Great Retail or office PALM BEACH, 36,000 square foot office Elizabeth Futral. organization, with the mission of bringing the building plus 5000 square foot restaurant, Great Sanibei Music high traffic, great numbers Business is booming! Location up front parking, right turn, high A 1988 festival-sporjsored benefit on the finest musical experience possible, within our Buy! $3,200,000 owner will trade for Marina Let's Talk! Call J.B. Novelli, 1-800-411-3322. traffic, possibly expandable! Property fully with restaurant on West Coast! For Private grounds of the Barrier Island Group for the Arts resources, to these islands. That means taking Festival helped make possible that year's five concerts. risks and that's what the festival is all about. Risk NIGHT CLUB, State of the art everything, leased, $425,000. information and meeting to discuss, call J.B. Novelli, 1-800-411-3322 or 941-433-0038. This was followed by a series of seven concerts has become the bridge over troubled waters from following, best, lavish facilities in area, turnkey, NAPLES 200 unit apartment building, $29,000 in 1989. The next two years, 1990 and 1991, past to present. " FORT MYERS, Land near airport for at a Glance were years of major accomplishment for the fes- In closing, Jaqua said, "On this 10th anniver- food, liquor, Private View, New to market, per unit. New Listing call now! development. Owners want an offer, 40 acres, $500,000. Call J.B. Novelli, 1-800-411-3322. J.B. Novelli, 1-800-411-3322. Call J.B. Novelli, 1-800-411-3322 or 941-433-0038 tival. During this period, Lauriente had the sary we have looked backward and are now look- March 2 • Jon Nakamatsu - courage to take the plunge, bring to Sanibei a 26- ing ahead. We feel it is important to preserve the piece orchestra and mount concert versions of integrity of the festival as an independent arts IMAGINE SELLING SOMETHING EVERYONE DREAMS OF BUYING. 1995 Chopin Competiton Winner ramp access. Beach is just a block away! Die Fledermaus and Cosi Fan Tutte to the utter organization. We can best undertake our mission CONDOS "SANIBEL-CAPTIVA" (Sponsored by Christine S. Johnson) Sanibei Arms W: 2 Bedrooms. Newly $4,000/month. Every American dreams of owning a home. You can help that dream come true, with all delight of completely sold-out audiences. Fort Myers Beach: 3 bedrooms/2 baths. painted, new furniture. Large Screened the training and extensive sales support of the worldwide CENTURY 21® System. With Lauriente's death shortly before the 1992 See FESTIVAL, page 4 lanai. $l,210/week. Gorgeous walk to beach. Spa - boat dock. Independence and financial success can be yours. Contact our Century 21s office today and $1,800 /week. March 6 • Ying String Quartet season, change was inevitable with more adven- Sundial T Bldg.: 2 bedrooms with den. see how a career as a sales associate can provide the rewards you've been dreaming about. tures and risks on the horizon. Lauriente's Gulf view from lanai. $2,165/week Ask for a free career consultation. Guest — Clarinetist Eli Eban. 395-9414 imprint on the festival had been very strong and HOUSES "Sanibei Music Festival San. Cap. Road: 3 bedrooms. Pool. 1-800-226-0210 highly personal. Because of a board of seven Outstanding gulf front property. Rental Division March 9 • Ying String Quartet stalwart believers and the outpouring of support must change in order to stay S2,085/week It is our pleasure to find just the right J.B Novelli Internationale Guest — Pianist Christopher Taylor from an interested community, the decision was the same. Without change Buttonwood Lane: 2 bedroom house with vacation rental for you. 395-1200 1-800-883-0210 made to continue the festival. March 16 • The Emerson String and risk there is no growth Quartet Bridging the gap —, only stagnation and plain Mary Jaqua, current president of the board of Special Anniversary Concert directors, was approached to shoulder the burden boredom. The community (Sponsored by Northern Trust Bank) of continuing the festival. "In a weak moment, rallied to the festival in its but primarily because of my firm belief in what March 20 • Broadway Goes to Paris Marilyn and Ida felt was so important to the time of frailty and we hope to (Sponsored by NationsBank) community, I said yes, I would accept the posi- be able to count on it in this Xois C. Wade Broker Cygenhagen Bruce Harold tion as president." Property Manager time of anticipation and ^"?¥ ' ' '' Jaqua first worked very closely y/ith Marilyn's March 23 • The Pressenda Trio talented protege, Robert Kaminskas, and her growth." friend, Ed Gordon. Gordon, the former director March 27 • Marriage of Figaro of Ravinia Festival and a fine musician and - Mary Jaqua, president (Sponsored by SunTrust) impresario, agreed to become mentor for the fes- tival. of the Sanibei Music "He opened many doors," said Jaqua, "and March 30 • Madama Butterfly gave us the guidance and courage that was essen- Festival board of directors tial to building the bridge from what the festival 4 Sanibe) Music Festival Sanibel Music Festival Annual Sanibel event features The Year of the renowned artists, groups Sanibel Music Festival' This multi-talented young man Festival schedule holds degrees from Stanford The City of Sanibel recently proclaimed University in German Studies and 1996: "The Year of the Sanibel Music includes some of Education. He speaks five lan- Festival." The announcement was made guages. during a Sanibel City Council meeting world's best performers The program for March 2 and Mary Jaqua, the president of the includes: Franck's Prelude, Fugue By Frank Wagner and Variation, (transcribed for board of directors for the Sanibel Music Islander staff writer Festival, was on hand to accept the piano by Harold Bauer); Brahms The 10th anniversary season of the Sanibel Sonata No. 2 in C major, Op. 1, proclamation from Sanibel Mayor Bob Music Festival will fill your month of March Schumann's Carnaval, Op. 9; and Janes. with incomparable programs of music and song. Chopin's Andante Spianato and Much time and effort has been expended to guar- Grande Polonaise Brillante, Op. antee long-standing patrons of the Music Festival 22. a most exciting series of concerts and operas. Single admission: $19. The City of Sanibel has proclaimed 1996: The Year of the Sanibel Music Festival. The 10th anniversary season also welcomes Congressman and Mrs. Porter Goss as honorary chairmen. The Ying String Quartet On the following pages you'll find a capsule with clarinetist Eli Eban version of the artists' professional careers and as guest artist From page 3 the programs they will be performing during the Wednesday, March 6 Festival Sanibel Music Festival's 10th anniversary sea- son. All of the performances will begin at 8 p.m. The Ying Quartet gets its name independently — making our own musical and organization- and all concerts will be held at the Sanibel from its first violinist, its second al decisions, raising our own funds and using them to fulfill Congregational Church, 2050 Periwinkle Way. violinist, its violist and its cellist! our mission in an innovative and unique way. Because of its Brothers Timothy, Phillip and support, we believe the community endorses this position." Jon Nakamatsu David and sister Janet are all in After a short thoughtful pause, she continued, "Sanibel their 20s and constitute one of the (Sponsored by Christine S. Johnson) most gifted young string quartets Music Festival must change in order to stay the same. Saturday, March 2, Without change and risk there is no growth — only stag- in the United States. They made The Ying String Quartet nation and plain boredom. The community rallied to the (Festival's opening performance) their New York debut in Alice festival in its time of frailty and we hope to be able to Tully Hall in the spring of 1991. count on it in this time of anticipation and growth." Jon Nakamatsu is a 26-year-old pianist from This talented group of siblings received Los Gatos, Calif., who won first prize at the Fifth the 1993 Naumberg Chamber Music Award. American National Chopin Piano Competition Summation They have given concerts in Germany, this past March in Miami. In the past few years, the festival has undertaken both England, Sweden and Taiwan and have artistic and financial risks in order to achieve a new The Chopin Foundation's American Chopin recorded for broadcast by the Voice of dimension and level of programming. Piano Competition is open exclusively to America and South German Radio. This The festival's resident opera company, Opera Theater past September they gave a perfor- of Connecticut, now in its third season, stages two pro- mance at the White House for the ductions, playing to sold-out houses, a first on Sanibel Medal of Honor Ceremony. and in Lee County. The New York Times musical crit- Top flight chamber ensembles transcend mere techni- ic Alex Ross had this to say of the cal mastery. Listening to a true ensemble is far different Ying String Quartet's performance: from hearing four musicians. A true ensemble has high- "Their sound is integrated and sure- ly developed communication skills within the group. footed, a picture of expressive una- Having worked together intensely over an extended nimity ... Overall it was a strong period, the artists have achieved a unified and dynamic evening and the standing ovation interpretation of a work that translates to its audiences. from the capacity audience was an That's why the legendary Emerson String Quartet and apt tribute." the Ying Quartet presented during the current anniver- Eli Eban began his professional sary season are so special. Chamber music doesn't get career as principal clarinetist of the better than this. Israel Radio Symphony under Lukas The festival's Cliburn, Gilmore and Chopin piano Foss. He subsequently joined the award winners demonstrate keyboard artistry at its Israel Philharmonic Orchestra where profound best, especially enhanced by the added he played 13 seasons under Mehta, dimension of the festival's Yamaha concert grand. Bernstein, Barenboim, Solti, Masur, Levine and other internationally Eli Eban These risks have obviously paid off, with a festi- Done at City val program that could stand up to any in the world, renowned conductors. During one of his many appearances with the Philharmonic and the ultimate compliment, sold out perfor- day of mances. he performed the world premiere of Lalo Shifrin's Capriccio for Clarinet and Scarlett O' This supplement has been compiled and written Orchestra, dedicated to the State of Israel, Uni<5ex Beauty Salon by Frank Wagner, Others contributing to the pro- with the composer conducting. duction include Christopher Strine, Tamara Eban has toured extensively as a cham- 472-5699 Goodman and Tracey Markwalter ber musician in Israel, Europe, Singapore, Total Hair Cans Jon Nakamatsu See ARTISTS, page 6 1200 Periwinkle Way (acro&s from Jacaranda) American pianists; native born or naturalized. SANIBEL-CAPTIVA ISLANDER The four top winners are sponsored by the foun- 2407 Periwinkle Way dation for participation in the International COMFORT BY DESIGN Chopin Competition in Warsaw, Poland. BIRKENSTOCKAND MEPHISTO FOOTWEAR P.O. 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Japan, Australia, and North America. Each plays an amazing musical instrument perform many Broadway hits In 1984 he performed the Mozart with incredible historical traditions and musical inspired by the Paris of Piaf, Clarinet Concerto with the City of significance. Dutton's violin is an Antonius Aznavour, Chevalier and Brel. London Sinfonia at Royal Festival Stradivarius (Cremona, 1686), Setzer's violin is a Stoll was director for 32 years of Hall, and has since returned to London Nicolas Lupot (Orleans, 1793), Dutton's viola is the Indiana University Singing as soloist with the English Chamber a P. G. Mantegazza (Milan, 1796), Finckel's Hoosiers, a theatrically-oriented Orchestra and participated in the IMS cello was made by J. B. Guadagnini (Milan, choral ensemble which represented concert series directed by Sandor Vegh. 1754). Indiana University in 30 states, and The program for March 6 includes: The Emerson String Quartet took its name 20 different countries. In recent Mendelssohn — Quartet in A Major, from the great American poet and philosopher years, under his direction, the Opus 13, Prokofiev — Quartet #2 in F. Ralph Waldo Emerson in the U.S. Bicentennial ensemble made four recordings on Major, and Mozart — Clarinet Quintet year. The four have been the topic of two award- the TELARC label with Erich in A Major K. 581. winning films, featured on a Teldec laser disc Kunzel and the Cincinnati Pops Single admission: $19 . and hold residencies at the Hart School of Music Orchestra. The first two recordings and the Smithsonian Institution. were nominated for Grammy The Ying Quartet Other astounding credits include an exclusive awards and the later two are current- with pianist Christopher Taylor Deutsche Grammophon recording contract, three ly at the top of the charts. as guest artist Grammy Awards (including Best Classical Some of the swinging, singing Album), and Gramophone Magazine's Record of talents he will bring to this year's Saturday, March 9 the Year. festival are: Lisa Williamson, for- During the 1995-96 season the Emerson String mer Miss Indiana, who will debut Christopher Taylor was recently pro- Quartet has scheduled more than 100 concerts in with the Toronto Symphony Pops in pelled into the music pages of the virtually all of the world's musical capitals: New January, 1996; Monica Anne Strom, nation's newspapers when he became York; Washington, D.C.; Chicago; Philadelphia; who has appeared with the the first American to reach the finals in Toronto; San Francisco; Zurich; Rome; London; Bloomington Pops Orchestra; the Van Cliburn Piano Competition Munich; and Paris. Timothy Ritchie, who frequently since 1981. He went on to win the Each musician has received multiple individ- performs Broadway Evenings with Bronze Medal. The resulting CD has major pops orchestras; and Jason won critical acclaim. ual awards for technical skills and impeccable interpretations. Burke, an arranger and producer of Taylor is not new to competitions. In The program includes: Beethoven's Quartet in his own Broadway evenings. The the summer of 1990 he was one of the E-flat Major Op 74 "Harp" (1809), backup musicians include Eric first four recipients of the Gilmore Shostakovich's Quartet in D Minor, No 4 Op. 83 Svejcar (piano and synthesizer), Jay Broadway Goes to Paris, Robert Stoll and Company Young Artists Award, a scholarship for Christopher Taylor (1949) and Brahms' Quartet in B-fiat Major Op Haviland (acoustic exceptionally promising American bass) and Tom Diehl in C Major, D. 703, Beethoven — Quartet in E 67(1875). pianists aged 22 or younger. Shortly thereafter he (percussion). took first prize in the William Kapell Minor, Op. 59, No. 2 and Brahms — Piano Single admission: $30. International Piano Competition, which was held Quintet, F Minor, Op. 34. The program will at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., and Single admission: $19. Broadway Goes To Paris include selections from: at the University of Maryland. (Sponsored by NationsBank) Carnival, La Cage Aux Since his first solo recital at age 10, he has Emerson String Quartet Wednesday, March 20 Folles, Sunday in the given concerts in many cities, including New Park with George, (Sponsored by Phantom of the Opera, York, Boston, Washington, Baltimore and Northern Trust Bank) Robert Stoll is Professor Emeritus of Music in Denver, as well as in France, Spain and the Victor/Victoria, Gigi, Saturday, March 16 the Indiana University School of Music where he Can-Can and a salute to Caribbean. His busy schedule for the 1995-1996 taught in the departments of Choral Conducting, season includes stops at Ravinia, the Pacific the legendary cabaret The special attraction for this year's 10th Music Education and Lyric Theater Productions. Symphony, the Seoul Philharmonic and New singers and composers anniversary of the Sanibel Musical Festival is the Stoll has conceived, devised and directed York City and Washington, D.C., recitals. This is known and loved by Emerson String Quartet: Eugene Drucker (vio- Broadway Goes to Paris. He has assembled a a return engagement to the Sanibel Music Parisians and the world. lin), Philip Setzer (violin), Lawrence Dutton group of talented singers and musicians to give Festival for Taylor. He first appeared here in a Single admission: (viola) and David Finckel (cello). The group is you a swift musical tour of the City of Lights and solo concert during the 1994 season.. $19. known world wide as one of the premier cham- The program includes: Shubert — Quartettsatz ber ensembles of our time. See ARTISTS, page 7 The Pressenda Trio TSie International Medical & Saturday, Health Education Center March 23 4301 Sanibel-Captiva Rd x 9 A return command Sanibel Island, Florida performance ... this incomparable musical threesome brings back HE SELLS THE X'S, LISTS THE DOTS to Sanibel its unique Medical ensemble blend which produces readings of AND SERVICES THE WHITE SPACES. Walk-In Clinic beauty and brilliance. Family Medicine, Urgent Care, Physicals Members of The Pressenda Trio are: The Emerson Andrea Swan (piano), Introducing New Services String Quartet David Taylor (violin) by Appointment and Gary Stucka (cello). 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Ensemble nationwide tour in 1989 The Opera Theater of Connec- with fully mounted productions, accompanied by Don Curzio (the Count's Counselpr-at- under the auspices of Columbia ticut, directed by Alan Mann and a reduced orchestra. Artists. With several other CSO Kate Ford, will present two of the Law)...Brian Scott Since 1990 the Opera Theater has included Servants and Villagers....Liddy Smith, members, the three musicians also most popular operas in their entire informance talks by Artistic Director Alan Mann travelled to many Far Eastern cities. repertoire. The Opera Theater of Dee Congress, Lena Braun, Steve Braun, before each show. This gives the audience a Kerry Kerns. They continue to appear in the Connecticut was formed in 1986 to change to learn more about the history and style Chicago area on many important provide professional artists the vital of the piece, something of the author/composer, series and radio broadcasts, and The action takes place in Seville, in the late opportunity to realize their poten- and a chance to hear directors talk about these 18th Century accept other engagements as their tial. Singers were given the benefit specific performances. This practice will contin- busy schedules can permit. of practicing their crafts in high ue during the festival's presentations at 7:30 p.m. The Scenes: The program includes: Beethoven quality productions presented to a before each opera performance. — Trio in B-Flat Major, Opus 97 wide audience at an affordable Act 1 — An unused room in the chateau of (Archduke) and Dvorak — Trio in F price. They were able to' bring opera Count Almaviva Act II — The Countess' boudoir Minor, Opus 65. to communities not regularly ser- Mozart's Marriage viced by performing arts companies Single admission: $19. of Figaro Intermission See ARTISTS, page 9 (Sponsored by SunlVust) Wednesday, March 27 Act III — The Audience room Act IV — The Garden

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Marcellina (former governess of the Single admission: $24 length porch. Large Countess)...Heather Sards caged pool and patio. The Cast Cherubino (a page)...Rada Hastings Madama Butterfly Wooded lot in quiet (In order of appearance) Count Almaviva...Timothy Truschel Saturday, March 30 neighborhood. Easy walk Figaro (Count Almaviva's valet)...Daniel Don Basilio (music master)...Brian Scott Puccini's poignant story of love, betrayal, and to beach. Reduced to Hague, Barbarina (cousin of Susanna)...Laura disaster when Eastern and Western cultures meei Susanna (Countess Almaviva's $339,000. Danehower Whyte and collide. || maid)...Kathryn Marlow Countess Alma viva... 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RKS TAliRANTS 1149 Periwinkle Way/2427 Periwinkle Way Sanibel. FL 33957 (813) 472-3121 • 800/232-6004 TOLL FREE Sirvlct Corner of Perist^ & Tarpon Bay THEJACARANDA 1223 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel a •«••"•""•— MVEHS NEWS-PHESS .viBMinn Z a fi • •••I' ""' ' in " " i ii i JUNE 1991 ganibel (Next To Mobil Station) 4724771 ^«W t 10 Sanibel Music Festival Artists From page 10 From page 9 Artists are being made by local artist Jackie O'Connell. The Three islanders will be seppe Giacosa and Luigi Illica, Schlackman. Roaring Lion will be por- participating in the per- based on a play by David Belasco The action takes place in Naga- trayed by Mary Mitchell and formance of "Madama — directed and Designed by Alan saki, around 1900 the music will be furnished Butterfly" during the fes- Mann; conducted by Gerald by the Jay Haviland Trio. tival. From left are three BY THE SEA CAPTIVA RD. COTTAGE Whisler; costumes coordinated by The Scenes: Tickets for any of the members of the Con- This exclusive penthouse features 2 Charming Captiva Cottage directly Kate Anderson Ford; stage manage- concerts can be purchased at gress family: Dee, bedrooms & 2 baths, den or dining across the street from the Gulf offers 2 ment by Robert A. Farace Jr.; Act 1 — A Japanese villa over- Bailey's, Macintosh Book- and glass lanais with a spectacular bedrooms, 1 bath on a beautiful lot Whitney and Melissa. wardrobe and make-up by Glenda looking Nagasaki harbor shop, and Community Bank view. This Gulf front corner unit is with palms, fruit trees & specimen Each will be a part of the offered unfurnished. $695,000. plants for only $265,000. Esposito; and Japanese screens of the Islands, 1037 painted by Sandra Ciarrochi. Intermission Periwinkle Way. opera cast. Dee is To order by phone, call Melissa's mother-in-law The Cast Act II — The same, three years (941) 336-7999 or (941) and Whitney's grand- (in order of appearance) later 395-1928. mother. Dee and Melissa Goro (a marriage broker)...Brian Media sponsors for the will portray Cio-Cio San's Scott Intermission event include WSFP-FM/ attendants, and Whitney SHOREWOOD SANDALS This West Side Gulf Front Benjamin Franklin Pinkerton, WSFP-TV, Sanibel-Cap- will play Sorrow, the Absolutely exquisite Shorewood 3 bedroom townhome condominium boasts a unique floor Act III — The same, next day. tiva Islander, Island Sun, condo is furnished like a model, very plan with 3 private bedroom suites plus a loft. Lt. U.S.N.... Brent Weber child of Cio-Cio San and spacious with swimming pool, tennis and a Cathedral ceilings, new tile and carpet with Suzuki (Butterfly's servant)... Single admission: $24. Island Reporter, Sanibel- great view of the Gulf. Priced at $549,000. screened porch and open decks. Beautifully U.S. Navy Lt. Benjamin furnished at $995,000. Heather Sarris Captiva Chronicle and John Sharpless (U.S. Consul at A special Collette, Fine Art Gallery, Franklin Pinkerton. Nagasaki)...Timothy Truschel festival performance at Inc. Madama Butterfly...Anna Sing- Sanibel Elementary School er fessor of violin at McGill university. Joining phenomenal...exquisite performances...A love Butterfly's friends...Laura Dane- The Community Bank of the him will be Michael Chertock on piano. affair expressed through music. hower Whyte, Rada Hastings A look ahead Single admission: $20 Single admission: $20 SPECTACULAR BAY VIEW! Islands will sponsor Sanibel Music This Gulf Ridge home has been Imperial Commissioner...Na- Very comfortable 2 bedroom, 2 bath home Festival's Sanibel Elementary reduced to $319,000 - that's a with eat-in kitchen and dining, has boat than Bahny March 15 March 12 $40,000 price reduction. Situated on a School Concert for the third consec- dockage, directly on canal. Located on a The Bonze (Shinto priest, to 1997 The Artis Quartet one plus acre lot and offers three utive year. A very special Broadway bedrooms, two baths, an atrium and beautiful street of fine homes. This unique Butterfly's uncle)...Daniel Hague (To be announced) Treasured in their native Austria, the quartet your own personal ecological habitat in property is ideal for a new home. Call Marsha. Here is a look at the already-announced performs in the elegant Viennese tradition. Survey & plans available. $665,000. Prince Yamadori...Nathan Bah- The 1996 concert will be a per- one of Sanibel's most desirable schedule for the Sanibel Music Festival 1997 Mesmeric intensity...luxuriant with sparkle and subdivisions. The seller says sell! This ny. formance of Saens Sans' Carnival March 22 season's four Saturday concerts wit...The stuff of greatness... is an excellent opportunity to purchase Sorrow (Butterfly's child by of the Animals at 1 p.m. on Friday, Franz Lehar's The Merry Widow a fine home priced well below market The Opera Theater of Connecticut will trans- Single admission: $20. value. Pinkerton) ...Whitney Congress March 22. Carrie Lund, director of Four Saturday concerts Kate Pinkerton (Pinkerton's the Pirate Playhouse's Artsreach port you to the romantic Vienna of the Belle Epoch through song and story. March 19 American wife)..Kathryn Marlow program, will be reading the poems March 1 Single admission: $25. George Bizet's Carmen Servants and relatives of of Ogden Nash and animal cutouts The Alexander Quartet Butterfly. Dee Congress, Melissa Bizet's masterpiece of riveting drama and & The Angeles Quartet The cost for the Four Saturday Concert primal emotions brought to life by the Opera Congress, Bob Owen, Bern See ARTISTS, page 11 Together the two quartets will play the Katchen, Barrett Scallett, Bill Series Special is $85. Theater of Connecticut. A must see! breathtaking Mendelssohn Octet and a program Single admission: $25 of two quartets! Outstanding artistry..,A dream Three Wednesday concerts come true...superb ensemble sound. 2685 WEST GULF DRIVE on exclusive West Gulf Drive, two unique and not to be The special Three Concert Series price is duplicated properties. Bougainvillea Condominium #1 is the entire first floor of Single admission: $20 March 12 $65. this new three residence building. The spacious 3800 sq. ft. of living area offers 3 Single tickets for all five concerts and two bedrooms, library, sitting room (could be 4th bedroom) and 3-1/2 baths. All of this For the Best Wu Han and David Finckel comes complete with two car garage, secured building and elevator and Gulf March 8 Emerson Quartet (SMF '96),= with cellist operas for only $150. Front. Nothing else compares to this and is offered at a pre-construction price of Yehonathan Berick (violin) David Finckel and pianist Wu Han, husband Make early reservations by calling (941) S1,300,000. Bougainvillea #4 is a single family 2600 sq. ft. home, which boasts 3 in a Golf Course... 1993 Naumberg winner. A soloist of interna- bedrooms, 3 bathsr loft, screened porch, upstairs master suite with private loft and and wife, are a brilliant duo. Nothing less than 336-7999 or (941) 395-1928. open deck. Also UNIQUE to this home is a "WIDOW'S WATCH" allowing a tional standing, chamber player, Berick is pro- FANTASTIC VIEW OF THE GULF. Offered at $675,000. Enjoy the various privileges and semi- private facilities of the Dunes Golf 'ffl&M and Tennis Club with your new 1996 membership. The recent multi-million One cannot live by beans alone. dollar renovation features our new clubhouse, 18-hole golf course and tennis facilities. BEAUTIFUL BLIND PASS SANIBEL INN #98 For information on limited One must have BAGELS'* 2 bedroom 2 bath townhouse Gulf view - 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo at membership opportunities please call condominium with 2 screened porches one of Sanibel's finest resorts. This ECRETt*ARDEN and lovely view of the pool. Priced right at beautiful investment property is very well (941) 472-3355. $262,500 furnished. priced at $335,000. at GOPHER WALK SUBDIVISION kCustom Silk Florals and Trees Prestigious West Gulf Drive. Two H Unique Home and Garden Accessories one-half acre homesites, nearby ...and Main Course. Gift Baskets beach ** access, beautiful KASSIA STRAUSS community swimming pool. Our new clubhouse is perfect for THT E BEAN Priced at $235,000 and 8 $255,000. catered events such as weddings, 2407Periwinkte Wav 1551 Periwinkle NEAR BEACH HOME receptions or private affairs and as IB• Sanibel,FL. 33957 in a serene enchanting neighborhood. Enjoy 1 n the fireplace, cathedral ceilings and hardwood 1 always we are open for lunch daily • floors in this three bedroom, two bath property (941)395-0600 395-1919 situated on an oversized lot. $234,500 and dinner Wednesday through 1 1 |||§?il Why list your property with Marsha Clifford? Saturday. Also, please join us Si-- j • Member of the Multi-Million Dollar Club • Island resident since 1974 for Sunday brunch from * * Authentic kettle cooked, simply the best. • Realtor for 17 years .11 a.m. until 2 p.m. •Hi • Consistently markets and advertises listings for optimum exposure WATERFRONT HOME OR PENTHOUSE • Consistent top producer Call Marsha Clifford (941) 472-1511 (800) 233-8829 (941) 472-2902 FISH Golf & Tennis Club

1994 SHELL HARBOR CANAL HOME- This 3 bedroom, 2 bath CAPER BEACH PENTHOUSE- Panoramic Gulf of Mexico views. 2 Priscilla Murphy 949 Sandcastle Road • Sanibel Island, Florida 33957 piling home features a 60' dock w/water & electric, screen enclosed bedroom, 2 bath JUST RENOVATED. European style kitchen and complete amenity package w/cin-site management, weekly rental FMR oversize pool & spa, vaulted ceilings, large decks and LOTS of storage. income producer! Asking $295,000. Furnished CALL FISH 472-2311 Realty, Inc. (941)472-3355 Asking $595,000 Unfurnished. CALL FISH 472-2311 or 472-0949. or 472-0949. • PMR I .*•*• 12 Sanibel Music Festival

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>95 homes sales end strong in FI ite sales of single-family, existing homes to 9.1 percent during 1994. For consumers, this drop During the fourth quartei aned strong in the fourth quarter of 1995, closing is significant. Assume you purchased a house for sold in several metropolitan si; . 7 percent over the 1994 fourth-quarter sales fig- $100,000 and financed that amount at an interest rate significantly. The largest p ures, according to the Florida Association of Realtors. of 9.1 percent. Your monthly payment (principal and occurred in the Orlando MSA v This increase helped push the number of homes sold interest) would be $811.83. If you purchased the compared to year-ago figures. in 1995 up 1 percent over the number sold in 1994. same house at an interest rate of 7.35 percent, your According to Rod Clark, execi "Both buyers and sellers took advantage of lower monthly payment would be $688.97 - a savings of of The Prudential Florida Realty in interest rates this year, especially from the second $122.86 a month. ket's strength is due partly to corr quarter on," said FAR president Cathy Whatley, presi- "Many individuals and families who purchased that were accelerated so that employ* dent of the Buck & Buck Inc. real estate firm in their first home several years ago when interest rates tied in their new homes before the hu, Jacksonville. She explained that lower rates help sell- were also low found that the downward trend in rates course, falling interest rates stimulated ers market their homes by making them more afford- made it possible for them to consider moving up," Those two reasons, said Clark, conti.^ui. able for buyers. Whatley said. As those sellers moved, more homes in fact that homes in all price ranges appeared to t During the fourth quarter, the average for a 30- the first-time buyers' price range became available, ing toward the end of the year. year, fixed-rate mortgage was 7.35 percent compared she added. See SALES, page 3 Just Between Friends New island shop has a little bit of everything By Frank Wagner Islander staff writer Have you been searching for unusual original art, decorative home accessories, tasty gourmet jams, jel- lies, vinegars and seasonings that are attractively packaged? Maybe you're in desperate need of a topic-of-conversation object d'arte, an original dol! creation by Katie Gardenia, Kindred Spirit sculptures or exquisite and unusually designed pottery for daily use, viewing enjoyment or both? Possibly you're longing for a small table fountain, a silk orchid plant that is so life-like you'd place bets on its tropical ori- gins or a painted stool featuring the face of a friendly animal? To better serve your needs,visit this delightful new shop located in the Courtyard at 1560 Periwinkle Way. You are most likely to be greeted and tongue- lappingly welcomed by Miss Brandy, an 11-month old, 3 1/2-pound miniature Yorkie. Her widespread reputation for friendliness is legendary and she has already become known as a combination of the island's Perle Mesta and Elsa Maxwell. Miss Brandy will not only bid you welcome but guide you to a small area of the shop for a cup of delicious coffee in the morning and early afternoon, or a taste of the grape from mid-afternoon 'til closing. 1 *;* The owner of Between Friends, and Miss Brandy's caretaker, is Kay Mullins. HIDEAWAY HAVEN - overlooking When questioned about her motivation for open- Dunes Golf and Lake - 3rd fairway, ing this type of shop she obligingly answered, "1 owned a highly successful art gallery in Nashville, Updated 3 bedroom, 2 bath 1 '. * Tenn., and because of that, I became acquainted with Michigan home, Newly landscaped - many fine artists and got to know their work. We ' r moved to Sanibel four years ago and I took great airy living area. Caged pool and spa. pleasure in shelling and walking the beach." $ 279,000 For more information, There was a short pause, then, "I tired of shelling please call Skippy Strehlow, eves. and walking the beach and decided to contact many of my former acquaintances and talented friends, go 395-2364 or the Prudential Florida searching for new and different items and open a Realty 472-4000. shop that would cater to the many whims of prospec- See SHOP, page 2 2 SanibeJ & Captiva REAL ESTATE Tuesday. Feb. 20. 1996 Tuesday. Feb. 20. 1996 Sanibel & Caotiva REAL ESTATE 3 From page 1 Shop Sales From page 1 tive customers'" Kay and Miss Brandy had a previous social "The upper-end properties had been slower during engagement but before they left I was introduced to the summer," he said, "but in the fourth quarter they Single-Family, Existing Homes Single-Family, Existing Homes picked up." REALTOR Sales Median Sales Price Kay's husband Bill who would be tending the store 4th Qtr. 1994 4th Qtr. 1995 % Change 4th Qtr. 1M4 4th Qtr. 1995 % Change for the remainder of the afternoon. Bill is definitely a For the year, the Orlando MSA posted a 12 percent customer's delight. He is accommodating, knowl- increase over last year's figures. An annual percent- Statewide age increase of this magnitude is impressive in any Florida* 28,066 30,000 7% $86,300 $89,200 3% market but is even more so in such a large one. Metropolitan Statistical Areas In the state's largest metro area, Tampa-St. . _ Daytona Beach* 972 1,005 3% $72,900 $74,000 2% Petersburg-Clearwater, resales rose 9 percent during : . Fort Lauderdale 3,093 3,198 3% $101,600 $107,300 6% the fourth quarter of 1995 compared to the same time Fort Myers-Cape Coral* 447 389 -13% $88,600 $91,300 3% last year. Fort Piercc-Port St Lucie 642 714 11% $78,600 $80,700 3% $93,400 &% "Historically, this is a slow time in our housing Fort Walton Beach 611 595 -3% $86,700 . -• $89,400 $93,800 ;5% market, but this year sales were good," said Gene "••• , Gainesville 453 451 • 0% Jacksonville* 1,916 2,167 13% $83,100 $84,900 2% Lofgren, broker/vice president of Florida Prestige Lakeland-Winter Haven* • 234 . 306 •3i*" •:. --' $68,200 " ; $62,200 -9% Properties in Pinellas Park and Madeira Beach. Melboume-Titusville-Palni Bay 906 943 4% $76,200 $78,800 3% Lofgren notes that many homes are selling for the . : • •' ,. ' ' -:' •/•-.. Miami* 2,015 2,028 1% $103,200 $109,900 6% listing price. He believes this is because demand is up Naples 415 348 -16% $138,700 $156,900 13% and because sellers are setting reasonable prices for Ocala 576 570 -1% $59,000 $62,900 7% their homes. Orlando 3,084 3,969 29% $86,300 $86,900 1% This end-of-the-year rally in the Tampa-St. Panama City 412 411 0% $80,100 $77,400 -3% Petersburg-Clearwater MSA contributed to a local 5 Pcnsacola* 598 610 2% $76,300 $80,200 5% percent increase in sales for the year. Punta Gorda 451 407 -10% $70,700 $74,100 5% 5% In the Fort Myers-Cape Coral MSA, which Sarasota-Bradenton* 1,409 1,335 -5% $95,800 $100,700 $98,700 $103,700 5% includes Sanibel and Captiva, sales fell by 13 percent Tallahassee 487 438 -10% Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater 5,974 6,492 9% $75,100 $80,100 7% comparing the last quarter of 1994 to 1995. When ; : : Photos by TRACEY MARKWALTER "i , >; West Palm Bea^h-Boca Raton 2.239 ;••:' ••'• :: 2,423;v ,.- 8% $121,200 $127,700 5% 4> Kindred Spirit dolls are among the many interesting attractions at the Between Friends shop. comparing sales between all of 1994 and 1995 in the Single-Family, Existing Homes Single-Family, Existing Homes local MSA, sales fell 4 percent: 3,457 to 3,335. The edgeable of the merchandise and has a built-in man- He has certainly adjusted well to the plummet. REALTOR Sales Median Sales Price median price of homes, however, remained virtually 1994 1995 % Change 1994 1995 % Change ner of dealing with people that exudes a certain Things that I found most impressive in the shop the same: $86,500 in 1994 to $86,600 in 1995. southern charm. would have to include: Statewide When asked about his connection with Between • The amazing dolls of Katie Gardenia. These Florida* 120,817 121,533 1% $86,200 $87,900 2% The Florida Association of Realtors, the voice for Friends, he immediately expressed a forthright opin- handcrafted works of art have a personality all their Metropolitan Statistical Areas real estate in Florida, provides programs, services, ion,"! went from chairman of a board to stock boy, own. You may find most impressive that glorious Daytona Beach* 4,413 4,38r -1% $71,400 $72,500 - 2% contributing education, research and legislative rep- Kay Mullins and Miss Brandy at the Between shipping clerk and sales personnel. Believe me, it's a lady \vich a Bird in a cage who is dancing for joy. And Fort Lauderdale 13,291 12,597 -5% $103,300 $105,900 3% resentation to its 60,000 members in 78 local Friends shop on Sanibel. hell of a drop." Noah himself seated atop a lifelike leather camel. Fort Myers-Cape Coral* 3,457 3,335 -4% $86,500 $86,600 0% boards/association s. Gardenia has chosen to name this charming creation Fort Pierce-Port St. Lucie 2,561 2,685 5% $80,200 $78,100 -3% Noah and his entourage; Fort Walton Beach 2,435 2,493 2% $86,800 $92,800 7% • The Don Dee Original birdhouses in many differ- Gainesville 1,909 1,890 -1% $84,600 $89,900 6% Jacksonville* 7,317 7,591 4% $83,500 $84,000 1% The graphics above and left show statistics Barefoot in Paradise ent designs with names like Chalets, Chapel, $69,000 0% for Florida and 20 of the state's MSAs. The '•':, Lakeland-Winter Haven* :..V i,909 1,960 3% $69,100" — Southern Living magazine, Jan. 1996 Lakeside, Outhouse, The Shanty, Aspen and Alpine; Melbourne-Titusville-Palm Bay 4,167 3,890 -7% $75,800 $78,000 3% chart above compares the number of sales • Artworks by Dan Kessler specializing in mar- ' : *"''.'*, .-> Miami* 11,240 10.172 -10% $102,600 $107,100 4%' and the median sales prices, based on velously zany primitive animals or the many moods Naples 1,609 1,515 -6% $144,700 $149,100 3% Realtor transactions, during the fourth quar- No Crowds • No Traffic of Ron York's Jazz Musicians and Angels; . - • Ocala 2,177 2.206 1% $59,200 $61,200 3% ter of the 1994 and the fourth quarter of 1995. Best Priced Gulf-Front living in Southwest Florida • A vast selection of Dream Maker Stories for chil- Orlando 13,030 14,649 12% $87,700 $86,300 -2% The chart at left compares the same informa- dren with such titles as "The Ragged Peddler," "The Panama City 1,564 1,603 2% $68,900 $77,300' •;-•;. I2<#>y. tion during 1994 and 1995. Sanibel and Magic Cap" and "The Enchanted Tree." They are Pensacola* 2,829 2,638 -7% $76,400 . . $79,800 4% GULF FRONT HOMESITES :: Captiva figures are included in the Fort written and illustrated by Flavia Weedn and Lisa Punta Gorda 1,751 1,701 -3% $69,900: : "$71,000 •' -'-"2% Myers-Cape Coral MSA. {*) Due to periodic Build your island dream home -2% $94,200 $98,700 5% Weedn Gilbert; Sarasota-Bradenton* 5,916 5,820 unavailability of data, figures are adjusted so on over two miles of secluded Tallahassee 2,016 '•'-. -10% y $97,800 $99,800 2% • Phenomenal gourmet treats by Stonewall Kitchen I 1.806 that direct comparisons can be made. Gulf beach. Tampa-St. Petersburg-Cleanvater 23,620 24,811 5% $75,300 $78,100 4% such as Roasted Garlic and Onion Jam, Raspberry West Palm Beach-Boca-Raton 8,989 9,114 1% $117,400 $122,700 5% . Gulf front homesites from Dijon Mustard, Marinated Sun Dried Tomatoes, Wild $160,000. to $450,000. Maine Blueberry Jam and many herb-flavored vine- Gulf view duplex homesites gars. Each one is appetizingly packaged. Note: One of these items would make the ideal gift for a host Florida's unique, beneficial concept of 'homestead' protection from $79,000. to $125,000. and hostess who may have entertained you for a few Tf vnn are a Florida nrnne.rtv nwnftr vnn mav he Qiirfi hnmftstp.arl nrnnertv rlnft? nass tn heirs under th days. It is also a thoughtful Thank you gift to take to If you are a Florida property owner you may be such homestead property does pass to heirs under that a dinner engagement. aware of the rather unique, and certainly very benefi- situation, it will not be subject to claims of any credi- MODEL HOME cial concept of "homestead" protection in Florida. In tors of the estate, although there are certain legal dis- • There is a wonderful selection of canvas hand- Notes From Spacious 3 bedroom custom home fact, it is so important that it is embedded in the con- putes in that regard. painted area rugs for that special spot in your home. with panoramic views of the Gulf stitution of the State of Florida itself. Consequently, The Legal Pad The homestead issue does not arise where a prop- • And last, but certainly not least, a fascinating its constitutional status provides it with an aura of erty owned and resided upon by a husband and wife beach in front and bayside nature selection of Original Spirit Sculptures from Nature preserve in back. sanctity not always found in other Florida statutes. as tenants by the entireties, or owned by two persons denoting communication, awareness and understand- Put simply, one's homestead is one's permanent By Peter E. Kelly, Esq. as joint tenants, is involved. In that case the property $299,500. Lease back option ing between spirit, man and the world. The smaller residence. With regard to real property title issues, the will automatically pass to the other person whether or available. friends are called House Guests. They are the little homestead is exempt from most liens and forced not there are minor children. visitors that you see out of the corner of your eye in sales. To qualify, however, the property must be relates to wills. If the property owner dies and is sur- As can be seen, the issue of homestead relates not the flick of an instant. These tiny ones always offer owned by a natural person and used by that person as only to property tax exemptions but also to real estate you their friendship and help. vived by a spouse and/or minor child, the property his or her homestead. cannot be disposed of under a will, unless it is willed transactions, wills and probate, and it should not be CLUB VILLAS You might find the ideal time to visit Between In addition, there are limitations as to property overlooked when one is dealing with such matters. Friends would be Wednesday, Feb. 21 from 10 a.m. to the spouse where there is no minor child. If the for- Beautifully furnished, fully equipped size. These limitations are up to 160 acres outside a mer is the case, the property must descend under the to 5 p.m. At that time you'll have the opportunity to municipality and only up to 1/2 acre inside a munici- Peter E. Kelly, Esq. is an Island resident whose two bedroom waterfront vacation meet and talk with the marvelous painter, Ron York. laws of intestacy; that is, as if there is no will. pality. Generally, the owner must reside on the prop- It is also interesting to note in this regard that if law office is located on Sanibel. homes. Quarter-ownership entitles If you do, don't forget to give my love to Miss erty, although certain cases have held that unim- Brandy. you to enjoy your villa for thirteen proved property can also be afforded homestead pro- weeks every year. tection as long as the owner clearly intends to reside $38,000. on that property and has initiated action to do so. When you If one does not own full title to the.entire property Noted painter Ron involved, one can still claim homestead protection for are finished the interest he or she holds. Consequently, if two per- All featured properties enjoy York will appear at sons live on a property, each may claim his or her reading this access to... interest to be entitled to protection of the homestead Sanibel • Launch and Tram Service the Between Friends statues. This does not extend, however, to one who • Deep Water Dockage holds an interest in a cooperative. & Captiva • Waterfront Restaurant & Lounge Exceptions to the homestead protection from liens 8 Pools and Spas shop on Sanihel Wed- are taxes, assessments, certain mortgages on the prop- REAL Availab • Tennis Center with pro shop, (941) 697-1445 erty and certain obligations for services performed on ESTATE lessons, tournaments and activities nesday, Feb. 21, from the property itself. If the property is a homestead, a Trolley leaves for ail ages PALM ISLAND PROPERTIES, INC. married person cannot sell the property or legally section, please Periwinkle Way. • Rental Management Services Licensed Real Estate Broker 10 a.m. to 5p.m. encumber it unless the spouse joins in, with only lim- Call 472-4000 7092 Placida Road • Cape Haze, Florida 33946 ited exceptions. recycle it for Reservations! Another important aspect of homestead property Compliments of The Prudential 4 SanibeJ & Captiva REAL ESTATE Tuesday. Feb. 20. 1996 Tuesday. Feb. 20. 1996 Sanifoi x. Business Briefs International funds - where to invest she was our top listing agent for 1994. To be the top Additional information is available by calling 472- By FRANK A. JONES Still risky, but a bit less man the country-specific Andrews, Fischer top lister two years in a row is quite an accomplishment," 5141. Scripps Howard News Service funds, are the emerging markets funds. Some invest said Corace. "She is an outstanding professional So you read last week's column about international MifIAI luios only in certain geographic areas of the world such as RE/MAX in 1995 whose involvement within the real estate community LeSage joins Century 21 funds and then called to say, "You didn't make any Latin America or the Far East '(except Japan). Others suggestions on what foreign funds to buy or how to RE/MAX of the Islands has announced that Chuck is beneficial to us all." Bonnie LeSage has joined Century 21, J.B. Novelli The no-load U.S. Global Leaders Growth Fund (1- may have investments in emerging markets in the Andrews and Bari Fischer were its top producing Additional information is available at the invest in specific countries or areas of the world." 800-282-2340) invests in companies that derive a sig- above two areas as well as India, Pakistan, Eastern Internationale. Previously with VIP Realty Group Well, as Paul Harvey says, "Here's the rest of the associate and top lister, respectively, for 1995. RE/MAX office at 472-2311. Inc., she has been a real estate agent for over four nificant portion of their profits from overseas. Its tar- Europe, Turkey, Portugal or Russia. Since joining RE/MAX in 1991, Andrews has con- story." get holdings include Gillette, McDonald's, Coca- The accompanying table shows the recent perfor- years and is a multi-million dollar producer. There are many mutual funds that invest in foreign tinuously topped his sales numbers each year. He Cola, Colgate-Palmolive and Wal-Mart. mance of some emerging market funds. Five years She is married to Dr. Robert G. LeSage. They have countries. You might be surprised to know that some attributes his success to his 11 years in the hospitality Coca-Cola derives 80 percent of its earnings from ago there were only four funds that invested exclu- lived in Lee County since 1973 and have two teenage of the diversified funds you own have a pretty hefty sales outside the United States. For Gillette, Colgate sively in the emerging markets. Today, there are 74 business having taught him the importance of good children, Colin and Michelle. percentage invested in non-U.S. companies. service. and McDonald's, the percentage of profits from non- emerging markets funds in Morningstar's database. Be sure to read the quarterly and annual reports U.S. sales range between 50 percent and 70 percent. Most of these are so new it is impossible to make "Chuck had a tremendous year in 1995 and is off from your funds. They will tell you the percentage These companies will profit from increased sales in intelligent decisions based on any long-term perfor- to an excellent start in 1996," said Art Corace, broker Island Realtors contribute invested in foreign countries. The mutual fund foreign countries. mance. The load funds shown are available at net manager of RE/MAX of the Islands. "Chuck always prospectus will tell you if the fund has the authority The fund started on Sept. 28, 1995, and its total asset value through fee-only brokers or investment puts his customers' needs first. He goes above and to Wild Flowers program to invest outside the United States. return through Dec. 31 was 6.7 percent. advisers. beyond what is required of a real estate agent. He per- The Sanibel & Captiva Islands Association of A conservative way to profit from the growth in On the other end of the risk spectrum are the coun- Colonial Newport Tiger is a standout performer. sonifies what and how every agent should be." Realtors recently contributed $1,000 to Sanibel the foreign and emerging markets is suggested by try-specific funds, particularly those investing in only The manager, Fred Mussey, buys stocks only in nine Throughout 1995, Fischer was a consistent top lis- Elementary School's Wild Flowers program. Mike Stopler, editor of the Mutual Fund Monthly (l- one emerging market. Most of these are closed-end Asian countries in the Far East. He has been heavily ter, leading the island RE/MAX office in listings in The funds were raised over the past year and pre- 800-426-6502). funds whose shares sell on the New York Stock concentrated in the Hong Kong market with 45 per- April, May and July. She is a multi-million dollar sented to the school by Realtors Association Stopler recently wrote about a new fund, U.S. Exchange. cent invested there and another 19 percent in producer and has many accomplishments since join- President Jack Samler and past President David Global Leaders Growth, managed by George Yeager, They may sell at a premium or discount to net Singapore. Mussey was awarded Morningstar's inau- ing the RE/MAX organization in 1988. Ken Colter Milt Reik Schuldenfrei. president of Yeager, Wood & Marshall, a private New asset value. These are for the venturesome who feel gural International Manager of the Year in 1995. An active member of both the Sanibel/Captiva The purpose of Wild Flowers is to help Sanibel York money manager handling accounts for wealthy they can select specific countries that will have the Funds investing primarily in Latin American coun- individuals and institutions. This is the group's first Association of Realtors and the Fort Myers Prudential Florida Realty Elementary acquire computers for its computer lab. best performance. Most investors should avoid these tries had a disastrous performance in 1995. mutual fund. Association of Realtors, Fischer currently serves as Through the lab, the children are getting hands-on funds. Montgomery and Lexington Emerging Market funds the president of the Fort Myers association. On the honors Colter, Reik experience with computers. had higher percentages of investments in Latin American countries, which accounted for their poorer state level, she is a director for the Florida Associa- The Florida Prudential Realty has announced that Sanibel Elementary's lab now features 28 com- tion of Realtors. Northern Trust 1995 returns. its top sales associates of the month of January were putes, thanks, in part, to purchases made with monies In recent years, most fund companies have spon- "I am thrilled to congratulate Bari for this honor as Ken Colter and Milt Reik. contributed through the Wild Flowers program. sponsors event sored international funds, responding to demand from investors after the great performance of international Northern Trust will spon- markets in 1993. Some fun ideas for making the home special sor the second annual In 1990, there were 138 international funds in membership ball to ben- Morningstar's database. By ROSEMARY SADEZ FRIEDMANN Add the hydrangea to each side, gluing the stems done in colorful tones. efit the Pirate Playhouse Today, there are more than 700. As is often the Scripps Howard News Service into position. Next do the same with the pink roses, An old rocking chair might look great repainted this year. The gala, case, new money followed the hot 1993 international How about some fun ideas for making the home then the pink delphinium. Add a large pink mesh wire red. An overused but still loved dresser can be rejuve- which carries a Circus sector, only to suffer poor 1994 and 1995 returns with special? bow to the center to both hide the glue and finish off nated with the top painted green, the drawers and Ball theme, will be held a few exceptions. — Gather up some dried flowers from a local the arrangement. Now hang this beauty over a bed sides painted light tan and the knobs painted green or, Tuesday, March 26, at (Frank A. Jones, investment adviser and a former hobby shop or florist and make an arrangement that and enjoy your masterpiece. if you're daring, the knobs might be painted red or the Beachview Country can be hung on the wall as decoration over a bed, a director of the Eighth District Federal Reserve Bank, — How about adding oomph to a bedroom? By blue for a surprising and colorful finish. Club. Helping kick off sofa or just about on any wall that needs a little lov- simply adding a wallpaper border, the room can be These are homey ideas for a homey look, interest- writes about mutual funds weekly at The Commercial the publicity for the Appeal in Memphis.) ing care. transformed into something better than it was. ing ideas for designing on a budget, fun ideas for a For a romantic look, try hydrangea, pink roses and For added drama, place the border in not-so-com- do-it-yourself project. Hope one works for you. event are, left to right, pink delphinium. Back these up with green eucalyp- mon places^ such as the baseboard, or around the Helene Kramer of tus branches. Take all these dried flowers and sepa- doors and/or windows. Use the same border twice, (Rosemary Sadez Friedmann, a member of the Northern Trust and rate them into two equal bunches. once right side up, then again upside down. This American Society of Interior Designers, is president Lloyd Wright and Carole Where to find Starting with the eucalyptus leaves, take one bunch works beautifully if the border is a geometric pattern. of Rosemary Sadez Friedmann, Inc., in Naples, Fla.) Lawrence, co-chairs for by the stems with the leaves facing east, take the The double borders can be placed right up next to the event. other bunch by the stems and have the leaves face each other, or one can go at the ceiling line while the help if you do west. Overlap the stems and tie them with a wire other covers the area adjacent to the baseboard. Or string. Let extra wire hang out. Gently spread the one at the ceiling and one at about a third up the wall eucalyptus leaves out in a fan shape. Once they look from the floor. your own taxes just right, glue the stems together so the leaves stay in — Taking old furniture and repainting it can result CD-ROMS simplify property searches By HOMER BRICKEY that position. in "new" fun furniture, particularly if the repainting is The Toledo Blade By VIRGINIA BALDWIN HICKS The Toolkit staff worked with local officials like The hardy souls who insist on doing their own St. Louis Post-Dispatch Bausola to make sure the information was accurate taxes can get advice from a wide variety of pub- ST. LOUIS — When Paul Keppel worked for a and accurately presented. lications and computer software. Economic improvement boosts home sales local real estate developer, he spent untold hours in "They seem to understand the assessment For starters, the IRS itself puts out a free 336- area assessors' offices. Even with computerized process," Bausola said. Toolkit changes the presenta- The Summit of Americas, one year ago, created page book, Publication 17, Your Federal Income records, the task of looking up information on various tion, but not the interpretation, of data, he said. "They Tax (Tax Guide 1995), available free from IRS a new regional order in which free trade could parcels was time-consuming and frustrating — legal don't add or remove values; they just translate." flourish. Since then the U.S.government has back- offices and many public libraries. description, sale price, owner's name and addresses, "The only way our information exceeds theirs is Bookstores carry similar, but larger, books tracked somewhat on its commitment to free trade. International previous sales, flood plains. timeliness," Bausola said. "As far as aggregate This, however, has not slowed the trade passing that also contain explanations, examples, and Someone in one of the offices took pity on this searches, reports or mailing lists, there's no way we through Florida's ports. The volume of goods pro- forms for special needs. familiar face always grubbing in the documents and can provide that service to the public. We couldn't duced in Florida for export grew by 19.4 percent Real Estate Among those tomes that range up to 700 told him an easier way was coming. A company out recapture the cost. during the first half of the year, rising to $11.8 bil- pages in size are: J.K. Lasser's Your Income of Salt Lake City was collecting information to put For demonstration purposes, Keppel asked the lion. That's nearly $2 billion per month in Florida- By J.B. Novelli Tax, $14.95; Consumer Reports Guide to together a computer package of real estate data from computer for information on any property owned by produced goods being shipped overseas. Income Tax, $14.99; Kiplinger's New Ways to county records. St. Louis Blues hockey star Brett Hull. Keppel pulled Though the North America Free Trade Save on Your Taxes, $15; The Ernst & Young Now Keppel runs the local franchise, called up on the screen a report on a 9-acre lot that Hull Agreement was not without its difficulties, the flourishes. Tax Guide, $14.95, and Tax Saving Ideas, Property Toolkit, for a company that aims to put bought and built on in 1993. It shows that Hull's Florida goods export business seems to be better Florida real estate has been so dependent on $14.95. every metropolitan area on CD-ROM. home has four full baths, two half-baths and fivebed - than before and may have a positive economic "snowbird" buyers, it is good to see our economic Dozens of computer programs are on the mar- "It's like having the assessor's office on your rooms. Hull's annual property tax bill on the home is effect on our state. base affect the real estate business in a positive ket (including many designed for state taxes, desk," Keppel said. In fact, you can take the assessor $9,240. too). Of course, whenever the local economy way. with you in your car with a laptop computer and bat- The report also shows the property's sale price, Among the most popular tax software and the improves, people buy more houses. When cus- Orchid show, tery pack. assessment, street conditions, position on the flood tomers buy existing homes, there is more demand developers, according to Your Money magazine, J.B. Novelli is president of Century 21 sales Property Toolkit's CD-ROM offers a Windows plain. , > for new homes. And, the construction industry are: Personal Tax Edge, Parsons, $19 (DOS, offices on Sanibel and Fort Myers. sale planned presentation, with dialogue boxes and buttons to If you ask, the report can give a list of Hull's Windows, Windows 95, CD-ROM or disk); click, rather than the older technology of text-orient- neighbors within a designated radius, the median Simply Tax, 4Home Productions, $19.95 On Feb. 24 and 25, The Village of Sanibel ed searches. And it combines assessment information income for that Census tract, and a market analysis of (Windows, Windows 95, CD-ROM or disk); will hold an orchid show and sale. The the subdivision. A reminder... with public telephone listings, plat maps, zoning TaxCut, Block Financial Software, $39.95 Saturday and Sunday shows will feature maps, flood maps and Census tract maps. About the only bits of information we couldn't get (Windows, Windows 95, Macintosh, CD-ROM Gulf of Mexico ONE OF A KIND LOT: Located on the beach side of two local orchid growers who will hold were Hull's unlisted telephone number, and the fact Subject Lot the road. Only steps to private beach access. 3 home sjtes It is illegal to For instance, with the Toolkit CD-ROM, one can or disk), and TurboTax, Intuit, $35 to $40 for Loggerhead compose this "village." Access to tennis court. Located off two informative classes. The show runs ask for a list of all the single-family residences in a — reported in a newspaper column in 1993 — that he disk, $45 to $50 for CD-ROM (DOS, Windows, Cav u private road (just west of Loggerhead Cay). Asking only take any live from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and noon census tract that have sold since 1992 for more than razed the house that was there to build his own. Windows 95, Macintosh). E. Gulf Dr. $124,500 for the lot. Benchmark General shells from to 5 p.m. Sunday. On both days, Jeff $150,000. And the list can be provided as address Isn't this an invasion of privacy? It's all public Computer users also can get an IRS informa- Contractors can build a 2,000 SR home the beaches Corter, above, will conduct a program on labels, if desired. record, Keppel said. Anyone can get that kind of tion service on the Internet. The address is and lot package for only $359,000. Call "Local Native Orchids." At 2 p.m., Ken information about anyone if they want to spend the me to see house plans. or waters "There's a tremendous amount of interest in that http://www.irs.ustreas.gov. Micklow will give a program on the type of application," said John Bausola, systems time of the money. 472-2311 around "Culture of Cateleya Orchids." The manager for the St. Louis County assessor's office. Keppel said his customers are more interested in (Distributed by Scripps Howard News the information in aggregate — making lists for vari- To Causeway of the islands Sanibel Village is located at 2340 Periwinkle Way. "We give them the raw data on tape and they package Service.) it." ous purposes. 6 Sanibel & Captiva REAL ESTATE Tuesday, Feb. 20. 1996 What came out of the home builders convention Real Estate By CORRIE M. ANDERS on a CD- ROM it developed with Apple Computer. erate earthquake and wind calculations for a maxi- Tuesday San Francisco Examiner The software created a computer-driven walking tour mum three-story wood-frame building. Feb. 20,1996 HOUSTON — Most of the nation's home builders, of a three-story, 8,500-square-foot home, allowing The programs, MaxQuake and MaxBeam, produce Classifieds who have reveled in their tough-guy imagery since people to see the house as if they were in the home reports that builders or contractors need to obtain the days of Paul Bunyan, would hardly be mistaken itself. building permits anywhere in the country. The Hills' 2 BR/2 BA, 1,400 sq. ft., carport, all 1 BR/1 BA large apartment in 5- LOGGERHEAD CAY 2 BD/2 BA, for computer nerds. The interactive tour let visitors roam through the company, Archforms Ltd. of Portola Valley, Calif, CAPE CORAL new appliances, fans, canal, COMMERCIAL plex, behind Cape Hospital. Very Gulf view. $550/wk off season (May house, catch a virtual elevator to the top floors, look sells the programs for $149 each, but they were offer- furnished or unfurnished, 7 closets, clean. $360 mo. plus water, 1st, last, 1st-Dec. 15th). Jan. $900.wk., Feb. That times are changing was dramatically evident HOMES new roof, excellent condition. 542- PROPERTY/RENT security deposit. 542-5006, mobile $1,100. wk., March $1,150. wk., ing a show-special price of $75 apiece. 2841 691-3723. Discount to live in lawn April $900. wk. 10% discount for at the National Association of Home Builders four- at different floor plans or call up detailed information Rose Garden vicinity. Spotless four extended stay (2 weeks or more). 2/23/96 —SSSt—21129860-70 maintenance person. day convention, which ended Monday, Jan. 28. As on 75 of Masco's products built into the home — Developer Steve Bell builds 10 to 20 homes a year bedroom, three bath spacious PELICAN PLACE 2/20/86 —SSSS—21127598-70 908-223-6748 home with two car garage. Over HOOK-UP First floor retail/office space, 2)27)96 —SSSS— 2009677-3 usual, there were plenty of low-technology products which was located in Columbia, Md. in Anchorage, which has dozens of small earthquakes 2190 sq. ft. under air. In area ol Four bedroom/near Beach Foxmoor Garden Villa - 2 Master Matlacha Pass, furnished 1 second floor office suite, bedroom apartment, utilities The Atrium - 2 BR/2 BA condo. annually and rigid earthquake construction standards. upscale nomes & manicured lawns. home. Rare find. Spacious four suites, high ceilings, 3 sets of sliding contains Lagorio's Pizza, Beautifully decorated, overlooking and services for the 65,000 delegates to ponder: From Ultimately, such virtual reality tours will eliminate Price' $139,900. Al RiZZi 941-772- glass doors open onto 26 x 15 included, $500/mo. Private dock. No bedroom home on large lot Goodwill, Boutique/pharmacy pets. 482-3156. gulf. All amenities. 2-week minimum. a device that keeps leaves out of rain gutters to beau- the need for subdivision developers to build four or Bell said manually produced earthquake engineering 1800. Richard J. Balsamo Realty, screened court yard. Heated pool! Owner (313) 886-4757. Short walk to the Beach. Value packed at $49,900. Rawlings Call Andy at 472-1439 2/20/86 —SSSS—211 2B220-76 Vaulted ceilings, room for a 2)20/96 —SSSS—21065884.3 tiful pewter door-handle jewelry to expensive toys for five model homes — at $200,000 to $300,000 each plans cost him $700 per home."I'm getting a bargain '^a/96 -T>S«-211264B4-73 Realty 851 -2858 & 482-7785 2440 Palm Ridge Road, Salt waterfront furnished efficiency. pool and a fantastic price of 2/23/96 —SSSS—211 30001-73 Sanibel Single room with kitchenette and full The Atrium - Exclusive gulf front baby boomers who have arrived. — and also let buyers custom design their homes — hopefully," Bell said, as the price for two pro- 3/2 2 Car oversized garage, In $239,555. luxury. 2 BR/2 BA, den, wrap- Cape Coral. Newly refurbished, South Ft. Myers - Brookshire - 1st 2/27/86 — SSES— 2063523-3 bath. Tenant pay3 cable and phone. Call for additional details, $350 month, lease. First, last and around balcony. Sunsets! Phone But virtual-reality homes, the Internet and several from the builder's office. grams rang up on his credit card. near all shopping, save Real Estate floor, 2 BR, 2 BA, tile floor, enclosed Sanibel Island - For rent office/store owner for brochure, available dates, Charles Sobczak, Realtor patio + many extras. $70,900. Call 520 square feet. Wooster Plaza, credit check required.-Call Lynn, dozen other high-tech exhibits — there were only a To order the CD-ROM, which costs $29.95, call l- In California, a structural engineer's report costs commission of 7%. Appraised at 941-549-4791. and rates. 800-484-7304 PIN 8286. $78 900. Sell for 69,900. 772-5487. Asso. with Priscllla Murphy 768-5302. 2424 Palm Ridge Road. High 2)20)96 — SSSS—210B713C-3 Realty at (941) 472-1511. 2/24/96 —tSSS—21130028-78 visibility both directions. 813-472- 3/8*86 —SSSS—21126724-84 handful at last year's convention — drew large 800-241-2523. For information, write Skip Cypert, from $2,000 per house in the Bay Area to $1,000 in J»23/96 -Itti-2112B395.73 ATRIUM - GULF FRONT - 3 BR/3 2/20/06 —SSSS— 21128148-3 5020 One bedroom luxurious apartment crowds to tour the sprawling exhibition floor the size Masco Corp. 21001 Van Born Road, Taylor, MI. the Central Valley. Fawni Hill, president of Getting an IRS refund? Use it South Seas Plantation. 2/20/96 —SSSS—210B7649-3 to sublet. Available March 1st, price BA, DEN, RENT THROUGH Archforms, said the computer lets a structural engi- wisely I The Buyer's Broker can put One bedroom beach Villa, slashed. River view, central location OWNER AND SAVE. 2 WEEK of 22 football fields. 48180. you in your own home for ASK ABOUT OUR Commercial property. in Ft. Myers. Washer-dryer & MINIMUM. PHOTOS AVAILABLE. surprisingly little 11 Hare Real Estate First floor Unit. CALL 609-985-0322. Take Masco Corp., which manufactures faucets, A lot of builders, especially those from earth- neer "do one house in one hour." "BOXED ADS" Great rental history! Centrally located on microwave included. Must see! 277- Company 458-9805. 7106. 5)14)96 — SSSS—2110225B-3 FOR ONLY $3.00 MORE, $350,000. Periwinkle Way. kitchen and other home products. In previous years, quake-prone parts of the country, opened their wallets The program was developed by her architect hus- 2)23/96 —ttlt—21120873-86 2/23)86 —SSSS—81126835-78 - Immediate occupancy. Ft. Myers Government owned homes! Many YOU CAN HAVE YOUR AD Call (941) 472-1363 Ideal for offices or town homes, spacious 1 & 2 Masco built showcase homes in the convention's host at the booth of Fawni and Larrick Hill. The suburban band who was frustrated over the slow one-hour pace with low down payment, owner PLACED IN A BOX 3/8/96 -SSSS- 21130083-3 commercial service business. Bedrooms, 1-1/2 baths. city, then bused delegates to the residence to view its San Francisco couple, exhibiting at the convention to calculate plans manually and the one- to two-week occupant incentives totalling LIKE THIS! Vacant and available for 2/2 Waterfront apartment, 732 SE Dishwasher, W/D hook-up, pool. thousands of dollars! Call 458- 7/3/2004 —Sttt- 61034-79 DUPLEXES FOR SALE occupancy. 10th Street, off Country Club From $395/mo., $310 security numerous products. for the first time, were selling structural software pro- time it took for an engineer to return the plans. Now HUDS (458-4837) for free recorded Boulevard. Freshly painted, new deposit. 694-2655. Call Ann, 8:30-5:00, 395-0888. carpeting. $460 includes water, list updated every Friday. Hare Real CONDOS FOR SALE For Sale: 3-duplexes. 3 - 2 Bed, 3 -1 After 5:00 466-0330. 2)23/86 —SSSS—21102759-74 This year, the company built a virtual-reality home grams that allow engineers to quickly and easily gen- the work can be done in 15 to 20 minutes. Estate Co. Bed. 505 Carolina, 4724-30 Ttce St. trash. No pets. References, security 2/20/86 —SSSS— 21091140-3 required. Hare Real Estate, 458- 3/23)96 —tttt—2112BB75-B6 Out of state owner. Asking price BEST DEAL $120,000 O.B.O. Please call 312- • •••*• FT. MYERS BEACH 944-1852 Mr. Harrison. 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CORNER UNIT, HEATED Chapel-By-The-Sea, Captiva grounds, location & amenities BUY OWNER - 1000's of properties All real estate advertised In other amenities. $71,900. 489-2644 Spring and Summer vacancies on POOL. 337-3826 Call me on February and walking, shelling, fishing. Steps to 2/28/98 —itlt—21124818-72 $49,000. Call 543-1269 2)23/86 —SttS—21123532-75 library and South Seas Owner 941-433-0947 LOTS FOR SALE for sale all areas/ prices - Call for this newspaper is subject to annual lease for 1, 2 and 3 2)23/96 — SS3S-2112B611-7B March weeks In Tortuga Beach water's edge. Water taxi available. free list. No commissions. 1-800- 2/27/96 —SSSS—21118091-71 For Lease - Approximately 1,300 Plantation Resort. 2/23/96 — SSSS-21128511-74 the Federal Fair Housing Act of Kent II Condo: Two bedroom, two bedrooms. For more information, Annual lease. Large unfurnished Club on Sanibel Island. Wk/Mo. rates. (941) 549-7066 or By owner. Cape Coral near high 408-1999-T.V. Show Sun. 10 A.M. First time offered, near 41 and sq. ft. of showroom space on lovely contact Community Housing and Two bedrooms, two full baths; (941) 472-6661 school. 3 adjoining house lots, unit 1968 which makes It illegal to bath second floor unit with pool. 2/2 condo on 200' canal off Beach March - weeks 9 & 10 in CHANGE OF PACE Ch.26or7. Perfect for a "Snowbird" or an Gladiolus Drive. Affordable double east end of Sanibel Island. Ideal for Resources, Inc. Sanibel, City Hall, completely equipped 3/28/96 —SSSS—21064575-75 62. blk. 3098, PB21, PG32, lots 41- advertise any preference, Parkway. Pool, dock, covered apartment #139, February anil Beautiful Vacation Home 3,16/86 — SSSS—21061365-73 investor. Price: $34,900. Call Al Rizzi wide, well maintained, furnished, retail store. Call (941) 472-0121. 472-1189." parking, screened lanai, W/D, apaee-age kitchen; 42. 43-44, 45-46. Asking $4,000 •y uwlltil limitation or discrimination clean, active resident-owned park, Leave message. March •• weeks 8, S, 10 and 11 3 Bedrooms, 2 baths each. 540-1169. 941-772-1800. Richard J. Balsamo 2/20/96 —jtSS— 21129731-3 dishwasher, centra! air. Available washer/dryer; light, airy great BOCA GRANDE A well maintained 3 BR/2 BA home based on race, color, religion, Realty, Inc. 50-55+. Low fees, heated pool, lawn 2/23/96 —SSSS—21126724-3 April 1st. $650 plus security. (813) in apartment t113. Your own private tennis court lllMH.l 800-576-7343. Country Club Area. 2 Bdr/2Ba, pennies on $1. Delinquent tax, pool and a golf cart to explore 2/16-31 CALL (S41) 472-92S4 (Capiiva) lake and green. Great location, repo's, REO's. Your area. Toll free Leave message. & beautiful wooded 1/2 acre lot. S.F.M. furnished room for rent. We have a 2 bedroom, 1 bath the Island. 4/5/96 —Stit—21129017-76 enclosed florida room, beautiful Private bath. Laundry and kitchen 3/1-3/8 CALL (941) 472-0434 4911 Tangle wood Drive attractively priced. (1) 800-898-9778, Ext. H-4363 for 3/97/96 — SSSS— 21127693-3 $29 900 or best offer. 941-731- available for $500. a month - but High season and Holidays, FMB - Dolphin Watch Condo for large kitchen, dining room & living 0698 privileges. Pool, tennis. $400. per hurry irs sure to go fast. 277-3110. 3/8-3-15 CALL (941) 472-3294 Nashville, TN 37216 1-(815)-637-4016 or room. 1/car garage. $80,000 current listings. $2,300/wk., rent, March to April 1996. Also 3/7/96 —SSSS—21101188-74 3/1)96 -SSSS-21126554-74 mth. includes utilities. Call 489- 2/84/96 —SSSS—81130100-5 OR (315) 451-0539 ANYTIME 615-2S2-9859 395-0841. furnished (off-White) $75,000. Condo, The Rivers I 2800. off season $1,600/wk. 1 available Oct. 1996 thru March Mobile home lots 50 X 85 with water Lee Memorial - 2840 Grand #212 is 3/IB. 9 6 — SStS— 31137945-3 2)20/96 — SSSS— 160421-3 1997.463-0439 Feb. 16th thru March 1st. unfurnished. Call 941-549-4098. 2 BR, 2 BA, many upgrades, under 2)21/86 —tUS—211 294B0-73 Call Elizabeth Faiellt at THESE ARE DING- 2/21/86 — SSSS—21129425-74 building parking for 2 cars, nice & sewer. Southwest Ft. Myers. Near available to you for $350. a month Ocean front, 5 Star Resort, Ft. 2/21/86 — SSSS — 21129520-5 3)3/96 — SSSS— 2112B7B7-3 LEHIGH HOMES I Beach & Sanibel. 941-466-1989 plus security. It is a 1 bed., 1 bath 407-647-6111. Myers Beach, Panama City Beach, POINTE SANTO DE storage areas, great views. Open BATS Season 96/97. Cape Coral Royaltee Golf Course - Large lot - Like new elegant 3 BD, 2-1/2 BA, 2 2/25)96 —IStS—21127044-5 APARTMENTS & apartment. And if you like that area - 2/27/96 —SSSS— 2084055-3 sleeps 6 - Hilton Resort. Most SANIBEL car garage & circle drive 200' direct Fixer-Upper" in Lehigh for real Sunday, 1-5pm, 4013 S.E. 20th AND THEY WILL HELP YOU waterfront home. 3 Br, 2 baih, solar Spectacular view of Fairway and workers - You fix it nice - Owner Place #306, Cape Coral, $144,900. 8 X 36 aluminum trailer in Ebb Tide Pis. call on our availabilities, at 2909 "'RENT TIL OWN "* Affordable beautiful beaches. Tennis, pool, all Luxurious Gulf front penthouse heated pool, fully furnished, very water behind 7th Tee Southern access canal. Pool with white DUPLEXES FOR RENT Broadway. 277-3110 amenities. Beautifully furnished, 2 IF YOU USE THEM TO DRAW financing - 2 day move in - Lots of 542-1843 Park. Raised Florida room, 8 X 28, new and used homes with special condo. 2 BR, 2 BA, screened clean, close to shopping. Rent exposure. $5,000. Below sale price, Mansard screen enclosure. One 2/24/96 —SSSS— 211301 01-5 Bedrooms, 2 Baths. Deeded owner ATTENTION TO YOUR block to river. Prestigious area, material - Fenced corner lot - 3/1- 2/21/96 -SSSt-21127816-71 satellite T.V., A/C, new refrigerator, McGregor & Cypress Lake Drive. low down, government financing /ana/, with spiral staircase to $1,800 per month. Min. 2 months only $45,000. 567-1266 1/2 stilt home - Broker owned. 941- Cape Yacht Club area. "Fantastic" must sacrifice. $1,200. 765-6997 Centrally located near Lee from $50K to $110,000. Good or no - Consider terms. Valued $8,300. CLASSIFIED AD. 772-5520. 2)21198 — 1IH- 21129429-70 $220,000. 945-0402 for information 3BR,2Ba, $500/mo. 6631 Warwick Sell $5,000. ea. 458-9918 private rooftop sundeck. WE HAVE MANY MORE TO & location. direct intersecting canals, 3 BD/2 2/22)86 -SSSS-21128594-S Circle. Large bedrooms, central air Memorial this 2 bed/1 bath is established credit or bankrupt, 2+ 2/24/98 -SSSS—21129816-70 Three Lehigh lots for sale. Will taken i/20/96 —?Tf f—21129299-70 BA, ceramic tile, dome kitchen, available for $450. a month. Also in yrs. okay. 458-3413 2/21/96 —SSSS—311 2«454-74 Gorgeous sunrises and CHOOSE FROM. 2/21/96 —SSSS—21129532-73 Buccaneer Mobile Park, Double S heat, washer/dryer hookups, sunsets. Beautifully decorated monthly payments. Low interest on window coverings, pool, dockage. wide on corner lot. Lake view. Auto trash pick up, pest control, lawn the area a 1 bed/1 bath for $350. a 3)2)96 —SSSS—21123870-75 REAL ESTATE payment. Will sell outright. $3,000 Ft. Myers Shores. 3 Bdr/1BA large and fully equipped. & © * $ $ $ NORTH FT. MYERS Immediate occupancy. Reduced irrigation, furnished, new carpet, care included. 549-3433. month. Call Kimberly at 277-3110 Why rent...own for less! Special per lot O.B.O. Please call Curtis at lanai, 1014 sq. ft., large lot. No deed $79,900. Francesca Nappi, 549- 2/24/86 —SSSS—21130183-5 Substantial savings. 8/24/2O07 —tin— 146035-79 DISTANT restrictions. Nice quiet street. roofover & citrus. $18,000. Call 941- S/2O/B6 — SSSS—aiO1817B-7t pov't financing. Monthly payment INTERVAL FOR RENTf 567-0832. HOMES 9104 Coral Realty, 54.9-6554. 995-0641 low as rent. No credit - bankruptcy - Call owner, 610-664-2371. 2/21/96 — tit$—21129493-70 Shopping, schools & churches near 2/23/96 -lStt-21188128-70 Timberwood Mountain Realty. by. Asking $63,900. Call 941-693- 2/23)86 -SSSS-21128805-74 ANNUAL LEASES CONDOS FOR RENT j no problem. Call for free 48 hour 2/27/86 -SSSS- 1966727-3 Builders Total Remodel!!! 3, 2, 2, approval. Be smart, say good-bye to Casa Ybel Interval Beautiful views, clear streams and 3621 Caloosa Bayview - 3/2, newly By Owner. 1985,14x60, 2 BD, 1-1/2 (on Sanibel) Choice Gulf Front LAKE TOXA.WAY, N.C. nice year around climate. Free fireplace, new appliances, family POINTE SANTO: 2 BR/2 BA condo, your landlords. Carl Veif 466-5218, 2/25/86 —SSSS— 21129573-74 remodeled townhouse, 1,400 + BA, A/C, shed & roofcoat 1 yr. old. Efficiency, $495/mo. Two Bedroom Suite South Seas Plantation VACATION RENTAL HOME brochure!! Cabin rentals avail 560 WATERFRONT room, caged pool. Only $79,900. living area, courtyard, covered completely furnished, gulf view. pager 337-6708. Waterfront home. Ft. Myers Cojdwell Banker, Tom Winford, Many new items. Many extras, 1 bedroom, $595/mo. March IS - March 29 Gulf Cottage IN A RESORT PARADISE Hwy. 64 W., Murphy, NC. 28906 1- parking, pool, tennis, clubhouse, mostly furnished. Family park, pets Weekly rentals available. Seasonal 3/22/96 —SSSS—21125559-71 800-380-6806. Whiskey Creek. Dock, access to 945-1414. 2 bedroom, Canal front condo, $2,000 per week Direct through owner. Lakefront home on 640 acre PROPERTY workout sauna, $72,000 O.B.O. O.K. $11,500 make offer. 995-4461 rates. Contact owner, 812/342- S.W. Cape Coral, 3 bedroom, 2 bath 2/27/98 — SSSS—21120156-76 Gulf. Beautiful ranch, 4 bedrooms, 3 2)28/86 — HIS-21129934-73 Owner must sell. 433-2837 leave $995/mo. Call Owner (941) 472-2818 or 3/BR, 3/BA, loft, porch, lake. 4 bedrooms: 3 with view messaoe - evenings. 8181. on saltwater lake, gulf access. Permanent million dollar view for baths, family room, pool, extras. Beautiful settings - Only 1 of lake, 1 with waterfall view. N. Carolina Mtn. Top cedar cabin, 2 $255,000. Deep water dock & 275' Superb location, excellent schools. 2720/96 -KIS~.I1H9239.70 2/20/86 —SSSS— 174992-3 Stove, refrig, washer, dryer, new (414) 241-5648 beautifully furnished, washer, «»- carpeting. $700., first & last, $500. Enjoy golf, snow skiing, bedrm., 2 full baths, fireplace, seawall. Nearly new 2/2 & 1/2 acre Reduced to sell $295,000. (941) [PINE ISLAND HOMES | ^li Nice two bedroom mobile home for Month Security Deposit. 3/12/96 —SSSS— 21128781-3 dryer, TV, VCR, pool, tennis, covered deck - great view. SOUTH SEAS PLANTATION security - Yearly lease, no pets. boating, fishing, hiking, landscaped point lot on Pine Island 482-5594. . sale $4,500. firm. 334-6425 278-0896 Sanibel Island! Enjoy the Barefoot sleeps 2-8 people, etc. Cathedral ceiling. 3 yrs old Perfectly secluded 15 acre estate Lands End Village, 3 BR/3 BA. 549-5923 horseback riding, and more! 283-7405 or (407) 395-2674 for 3/1/96 —SSSS— 21129847-70 includes spectacular residential 2J2D96 -SSiS-21129531-73 2/20/B6 —SSSS— 21085491-3 Life, in Beach Cottage on West Gulf Marina Villa Available Furnished. Near Olympic Games. details. Fantastic view of Gulf and 2/21/96 —tttt—21126462-71 Drive. Two bedroom, deck and $1,400/wk summer; $1,000/wk $89,900. Extra lots available. 693- Selling your home? Do-it-yourself lodge, elegant guest apartment and Mobile Home, newly decorated, PINE MANOR - NICE, CLEAN Call between 2)23/96 -SSSS—21182932.71 Redflsh Pass, weekly or East Central Cape Coral house - sunsets. Available March 17th to winter. 3 day min. V1SA/MC 8785. and save thousands! Amber Home recently constructed, fully-equipped new cabinets, new floors, freshly LARGE 2 BR/1 BA., 2 BLOCKS OFF 10:00 a.m.-11 p.m. painted, built-in porch! New A/C & monthly rates. Save direct. Three bedroom, two bath with dock March 24th. Call owner (513) 791- accepted. Z/23/86 — SSSS—21128879-75 Advertising is an easy, inexpensive stable complex. A haven of peace SUMMEFtLIN, 5430- 11TH 1645 for details. 1-800-227-1783 Mattacha, Pine Island. Beautiful stilt service. For more information call and tranquility in Old Florida. neat, some furn. included, refrig.. AVENUE, $400./MO. + SECURITY. Owner, Days (941) 76S-6050 and boat lift on direct sailboat 502-893-0256 home, 170 ft. on Bay. Furnished, stove, microwave, Sea Isle Resort, access canal. Fenced yard, 1,900 8/21/96 —SSSt-211I9535-3 Or (714) 499-1783 LAKE MICHIGAN BEACH - 400 our free 24 hour recorded message. $375,000 for quick sale. Call 941- HOOK-HOOK-UUP CENTRAL HEAT- & AIR, and ask for Gina. 2(20/86 — SSSS — 21125022-3 boat house, 1 BR/1 BA Attached Matlacha, 4450 P.I. Rd., Lot 20.283- WASHER/DRYER HOOKUPS, square feet living. No pets. 941-433- 2)27/96 —ISSS — 2068168-3 FT. Will ACRES WHITE SAND 339-9390. 283-3184. Gulf Front - West Gulf Drive Eves: (941) 395-9495 Corner of river & large canal. guest cottage home very large 1 2)23/96 -SSS 1453 $10,000. Vertical blinds!!!!?!!! UTILITY ROOM, EAT- IN- 1485,941-995-8530 : 3)15/96 —SSSS—21129976-75 $315,000 2/27/96 —SSSt- 2085677-3 SANIBEL VACATION HOUSE - Fabulous 180 degree view of river. DUNES, RESIDENTIAL bedroom w/fireplace, 1-1/2 baths, 2<23)96 -tttS-21129872-76 KiTCHEN, LAWN CARE, PEST 2)23)36 -SSSS-21128620-74 VACATION i Luxurious 3 BD/2 BA house ZONING. WHITEHALL AREA, pool, million dollar views. 2,200 sq. Pine Island golf course pool home. Very attractive 2 bedroom CONTROL, TRASH PICK UP Mattacha waterfront home, 3 bdrm., 2BR/28A home: 941-466-1989 Priced below appraisal. Furnished i overlooking greens and lakes of 2/Z4/S6 —SSSSS— 21127039-5 MUSKEGON COUNTY, MICH. ft. Owner financing $167,500 813- SANIBEL/CAPITVA apartment in mint condition on LEASE/OPTION \ INCLUDED! HUD & SECTION 8 South Seas Beach Villa 1 bath, Jacuzzi, cent, air, alarm PROPERTY ! Dunes Golf & Tennis Resort $400,000. 283-8569 with.guest apartment. 3BR/3BA. West Gulf Drive. ACCEPTED. 549-3433. For Rent system, carport. $650/rno. + utilities, Reduced to $149,000. 14256 i Beautifully furnished & decorated. A THREE BEDROOM AND 2 AL HARDICK, BROKER 2)23)86 — SSSS— 81123980-4 HOMES Berber carpeting, built-Ina and Luxury pool home, 3 bedroom, 2 2)34/96 —SiSS—21090974-76 2 BD/2 BA with "sleeping" loft, deposit required. Call 283-7875 : Fully equipped. Secluded heated Sandarac Drive, Bokeelia Home: bath, living/family/dining, 2,000 sq CAPTIVA GULF FRONT BEDROOM GULF FRONT 1-800-742-8527 many, many extras! SUNSET MANOR UNDER NEW accommodates 6. Located on leave message. : pool and sundeck in Tropical USEPPA ISLAND (941) 283-9452. Business (414) EXCLUSIVE ft large patio, large back yard, in 2/28/86 —SSSS-21129646-4 LUXURV HOME WITH PRIVATE POOL AND 3f7/96 —SSSS— 21128730-3 Truly one of a kind offering. Two 742-2300. Priced to sell. MANAGEMENT. Large clean Gulf of Mexico, spectacular Paradise Setting. Monthly/Seasonal Rated among the top ten Lehigh. $750. -$800/month efficiency. 1+2 bedroom 3 BD/2 BA Riverdale home, over BEAUTIFUL PRIVATE BEACH rentals. (305) 226-5326. SPA. AVAILABLE FOR North Georgia Mountains, cabins fully furnished homes, private dock 2/23)96 —SSSS —21130023-4 Call Charles Sobczak, Realtor depending on terms. Priced view. Reasonable rites VACATION RENTAL SPECIAL private courses in the nation. apartments, swimming pool, nice 1,500 sq. ft., 1 car garage, fenced AT YOUR DOORSTEP 2/20)96 —tSSS~2112O476-3 land, lakefront. No Rentals. Free slip, spectacular view of Pine Island with Priscllla Murphy Realty at $121,500. Call 693-0903 quiet neighborhood. MOVE-IN through owner. Sound. Useppa Island Club Sanibsl's only private golf back yard, W/D included. $S50/mo. Long driveway into lush SUMMER RATES. OPTION TO Brochure, Blairsville Realty, P.O CAPE CORAL (941) 472-1151 2/21/96 -tSSS-21128214-72 . SPECIAL, plus Free Water, Sewer & Contact Mrs. M. Wreiole 813-573-9373. Sanibel luxury residence • 5 Box 820. Blairsville, GA 30514 1- membership included. For course community features tropical estate grounds. USE ALL SOUTH SEAS ./JO/96 " Trash. 275-4587 (908) 747-5930. 2/23(86 — im~211 2984 6-73 BO/3 BA. Sanibel Bayous area. PLANTATION'S RESORT 800-637-5535. information contact Terry West, HOMES beautiful homesltes, exquisite INVESTMENT 3J11/C6 —SSSS—21122846-72 Now accepting reservations. Exclusive, tastefully decorated. Sa!es.,Manager, Useppa Property South Ft. Myers. 3 Bdr/2Ba, lanai 2,900 sq. ft. Sleeps 10. Walk to FACILITIES. 2/24/86 — SSSS—211287B8-6 condominiums, villas, & estate carport, many amenities. Adult 2/27/96 —SSSS— 2085678-3 3/4 bedrooms or den. Sleeps Blue Ridge. Georgia, Mountain view Company, Realtor 941-283-1061 Handyman special. 2 BR, 1 bath, 1 homes in a magnificent natural PROPERTY Cape. 1 & 2/Bdrm. Apartments/ MOBILE HOMES FOR beach. Exercise room. Great CALL OWNER AFTER 3:00 3; complex. 8475 Beacon Blvd., King's Crown - Gulf condo, 2 BR/2 eight. 3-1/2 baths. Large lots, owner financing available. Also 1jB6 -•SSSS—211 2B033-72 car garage. C.B.S. home with setting surrounded by a Efficiencies. Furnished - Cable & master suite. P.M. EST. 219-272-0889 OR screened-m pool and patio.Tiie roof. Berkshire House #115. Priced tow utilities. Low weekly rates. 574-7477 BA, screened lanai, heated pool, RENT heated pool and spa. cabins, homes creex, river and lake National Wildlife Preserve. 60's. Call 941-482-5698. Will Must Sell Owner, (314) 367-2407. 219-271-0115. By Owner Pelican area. Assessments paid. 3)13/86 —SSSS—21122563-76 tennis 2 week minimum. 617-659- Nominated for Architectural lots. Coldwell Banker High Country A stunning club house & tennis consider owner financing. Office/Retail center. 11% return, $2,900 month. $1,200 week. 2/20/86 — SSSS — 21127516-3 3 BD/2 BA, 2 car garage, near $55,000. By owner, 549-9888 for 7460. 1/1 nicely furnished, overlooking Awards. Terraces and pool Realty. Call for Free Brochure, 1. 2/21)96 -SSSt-211 29533-74 oood upside potential. Also, 9 acres Near Cape Coral hospital, one Matlacha Bay. 12 X 36, washer, SUSHIS —titt— 21122380-3 800-307-0777. Matlacha, Shorevlew Drive on appointment. facility completes this unique bedroom, one bath, laundry room 2/20/96 —SSSS— 20B8533-3 Ft. Myers Beach Gulf-front and 2/20/98 —SSSS—2111970O-76 zoned apartment, al! utilities storage shed, 10 X 22 deck; C/A. pavilion. All amenities. 2/24/86 — SSS5 — 211297B8-6 the bay. 1,800 sq ft. living community. Waterfront, direct access, located on property, no pets, $375/mo. Coquina Beach • 2 BR, 2 BA, Gulf Brochure available. ••Weekly/Monthly'" Seasonal beach access condos & homes. S E Cape Coral, large 2 BR, 2 Ba h, installed near new university. References. F/US, $425. + electric. Lakefront available for March. area, 75x145 lot, central air, 1 yr. old Mastercraft built 3/2 home - Call (941) 472-4222 for Considerably under market value! Water/sewer included. Annual lease side. Newly decorated, all amenities. $3,900/week High Season Nicely furnished, fully equipped Andrew May Realty, large and small 1931 sq. ft. under air. S.W. area. You directions & more information. boat dock, heated pool, adults only, Available weekly, bi-weekly, or Call West Palm Beach (407) 627- Beautiful view of Cape's largest Gulf kitchens., Weekly & monthly. tracks with cabins, creeks, dock, fruit trees. Within 3 mlas new carpet and floor coverings, Low down payment! Strayhorn available now, call Janet Creamer 6050 after 6:00 P.M. $2,550/week Low Season don't have to wait to build - Move in 549-7400 Tudor Villas Realty. monthly. Call (941) 395-2361 access lake, southern exposure, Reasonable rates. Tropical Hut mountain views. Murphy, N.C, call golf courses, shopping t FURNISHED MODELS OPEN owner will finance at 8% - 549-6945. Realty, 939-7577. 2/21/96 —SSSS—21139400-4 now! Richard J. Balsamo Realty Inc. 2.21/86 -SSSS—21127467-81 2/20/96 —SSSS—21024250-3 Days: 201-569-2111 dock, private outdoor Jacuzzi. Large Realty Inc., Linda Leone 463-4424 for Free Brochure. 1-800-383-8366, schools. Price reduced. DAILY. • »M/M ••-fff«-»1H9S8»-73__ JIM/B6 -SSSS-21128735-3 2/2 newly furnished. 549-0690. Al Rizzi 772-1800- days. Eves. - 2)20/96 —SSSS— 21116698-3. Weekends: 914-687-0360 or 1-800-654-3069. evenings; 1-800-837-5034. 283-2209 540-0573 2)23)B6 —SSSS—21124744.74 3/17/96 — SSSS—2112B904-5 3/24/96 —SSSS—21128780-6 „•>•>,<,* -SSSS- 30838B1-3... 2)23/96 -SSSS- 21129855-75 2/23/98 —SSSS—21123004.7a OUR NEW GIFT TO SUBSCRIBERS

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