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This year's BaileyFest King and Queen — Kenny Smith and Deena Banta, fifth graders atSanihel Elementary School — are crowned by last year's royal court, Amanda Reapsummer and Jimmy Anderson. More BaileyFest photos, seepage 10. Photo/Scott Martell.

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Foundation's addition paused just long enough on Tuesday for a very excited Erick Lindblad, SCCF's executive director, (Scott McPhee, the island resident who has chronicled to announce the agreement between the Foundation and Herta his sailing trips around the world aboard Shadowfax as a Trost to purchase the largest remaining privately-owned piece columnist for the Islander, is now land-bound—on Ameri- of undeveloped property on Sanibel. Fronting on West Gulf can Samoa, where he is the editor of the daily newspaper. Drive and wrapping aroundthe Butterknife development, the Coincidentally, this is the same Pacific island to which Cheryl 167-acre property runs all the way along Tarpon Bay Road to Morales, reference librarian Bailey's Shopping Center. It abuts SCCF's Johnston Preserve at the Sanibel Library, is on the east and several City-owned properties and is across headed next week to take the street from the Foundation's Dayton Preserve and the U.S. over the brand new library. Fish & Wildlife Service's Bailey Tract—a total of about 485 The magic of the internet contiguous acres preserved in perpetuity. brought the following corre- spondence, edited from two (Continued, page 37) Tfte Trost Tract is bordered by Gulf Drive and Tarpon Bay Rd. e-mails. Scott's e-mail ad- dress is given at the end of this article) Sailor ahoy! Anchoring off Sanibel Wow! Great to hear from you! Just like being may be dangerous to your health there (almost). Yeah, I'm the By WENDY HUMPHREY southwest Florida of the dangers of anchoring off Sanibel in editor of the whole thing! How did I get into this any- An ordinance stipulating that boats anchored off the the Port Ybel and Causeway West anchorages on either side of the Sanibel causeway following various accidents in the way? Actually it's not bad. Sanibel Causeway must have two anchors, be lit at night The paper is usually about 60 and have someone on board, was discussed by Sanibel City area. Three unattended boats on single anchors dragged and pages with 'A' section being Council Tuesday. local and AP news. 'B' sec- The ordinance also noted that certain anchorages in beached dangerously close to the causeway recently. One of the boats, a 40-foot sailboat under charter from the Chesa- tion is a four or five page the area are not safe because of wind or current. Samoan language section, and 'C is local and U.S. sports. The City of Sanibel and the Southwest Florida Re- peake Bay area, could easily have wiped out the low-lying gional Harbor Board are working together to alert sailors in Friday's paper is six sections ($1) and in color. Wednes- (Continued, page 4) days is in color, too — if we sell any color ads. Okay, so it's - color every other Wednesday. We publish Monday-Friday, so I do get two days a week off (no paper Saturday or Sun- Council tells West Gulf property day). " .••;• We've got our own press that looks like something owner — Jet the courts decide out of Terminator. Billions of gears clanking, spitting and grinding. But it pops out 75 complete sections a minute. Very By WENDY HUMPHREY the zoning change rectified an oversight and that Wolanin noisy. Luckily its "Not my job man!" Unless the people run- Council members voted Tuesday to permit a lawsuit has suffered no loss since his property is not large enough ning it quit. claiming undue burden and financial loss as the result of an for more than a single family home anyway. I've got four news reporters and two sports reporters. ordinance changing zoning on West Gulf from multi- to The problem began when the Sanibel Land Develop- Everyone has gotten a death threat or two so I know they're single- family use to go to Circuit Court. ment Code was rewritten in 1985. At that time, the prohibi- doing a good job. At issue was a claim, brought by Vincent Wolanin, tion on multi-family homes on West Gulf Drive west of San- I'll send you a few papers, Real corrupt government who owns gulf front property on West Gulf Drive, that the dals condominiums was inadvertently removed. When the and we catch them with their fingers in the cookie jar a lot. zoning change caused him a loss of $450,000 in the value of omission was discovered, residents of The Rocks subdivi- The Governor took $15,000 out of the school repair fund his property. The suit was filed under the Bert J. Harris, Jr. sion on West Gulf petitioned the city to pass a new ofdi- Private Property Rights Protection Act. The city claims that (Cpntinued, page 5) (Continued, page 4) CELElWttTINC, WILOUFE —Refuge Ranger Steve Alvarez, —From remarks of "Kip" Koss, on the need for public support of Darling's grandson* during 1998 the refuge system Darling Birthday Celebration The entire purpose of National Wildlife Refuge "Ding" Darling was born 100years after the Dec- Week is to make the public aware that refuges are na- laration of Independence. When he died in 1962, he was, tional treasures that belong to them. As Florida sees more 86. His cartoons had covered essentially half a century and more visitors and more and more new residents, ref- —two World Wars, seven Presidents, several peace trea- uges become increasingly important as wildlife habitat. ties —some 15-18,000 cartoons. He was not a fan of the We are now creating single-purpose refuges in different New Deal, and he always said that Roosevelt made him parts of the country —there are refuges for manatees, head of the Biological Survey just to get his cartoons out the Florida panther, crocodiles, Everglades kites and of circulation. sea turtles in Florida; for bison, prairie chickens, whoop- Some of his cartoons, on family life and dieting, for ing cranes, and elk elsewhere around the country. example, are absolute classics, even today, and he was an Kip Koss Steve Alvarez Representatives from "Ding" Darling visited 15 early advocate of population control. His cartoons about Lee County schools duririg Refuge Week—one day these racism — intolerance, in general —were very forceful. (Continued, page 37) (Continued, page 37) 4 • Friday, October 23, 1998 • ISLANDER McPhee, from page 3 and built a sauna in his house. Took $10,000 from hospital and paid his personal credit card off. We caught members of the House of Representatives talcing money from a federal grant and going to Vegas with it. They took three Senators with them. The reporters here aren't that good at investigating but the political crime here is IN YOUR FACE and pretty easy to pick up on. They have started impeachment proceedings against the Governor but he has too many 'alleged crimes' to hold against the Senate (impeachment jury) to ever get impeached. Nobody ever seems to go to jail for anything. Except Samoa's congressman (a few years ago) was arrested right off the House floor in D.C. for paying a staff that didn't exist A letter to our loyal readers and advertisers: and pocketing the money. The congressman came back here after prison and now he's a Senate advisor-(he's also the current governor's brother). Over the years the Islander has grown to serve the residents of Sanibel and We've been writing lots of stuff about the library and we knew it was someone from its visitors. Our readership, however, doesn't end here. We are read by Florida, BUT SANIBEL! I had no idea. The Library here was just built with a federal grant hundreds of northern subscribers and mailed weekly to readers in several by a New Zealand construction company, so it's beautiful. BUT — the Fono (House of foreign countries. With such a vast readership we like to make sure our Representatives) didn't put one cent in this year's budget to run it. Not even a librarian's product is meeting our readers' needs. This is why we take your comments salary so ???? And they have no books either. Still, it's the nicest building in Samoa. Just not open. Tell Cheryl to E-mail me if she and suggestions seriously. has any Samoa questions. At least just tell her to have all the I's dotted and T's crossed on her contract before she gets here. The library is government owned and operated. During the past two weeks you've probably noticed some changes to the You asked if Samoa is beautiful. Yes — no such thing as an ugly South Pacific Islander. Since the paper is mailed to thousands of readers and is now FREE Island. Unfortunately what Samoa did was to choose the industrial route instead of the in racks throughout Sanibel, we have converted the Islanderlo one section. tourism route like all the other islands (French Polynesia, Cooks, Fiji, etc.) so you don't This will eliminate any lost sections which may occur through the mail or in our have Club Meds and Hiltons or, for that matter, tourists. So it's a bit different. They have busy racks. tuna canneries and everyone else works for the government (no kidding). Still, it's beautiful to look at. Mountains, waterfalls and nice hiking trails. The people Thank you for reading the Islander and/or using it as part of your business's are incredibly friendly and the only crime is the government stuff. You can walk the streets marketing. As always, we will continue to provide you with a quality product any time of the day or night and be safe (at least so far). and the servic&you deserve. Well, I'd better go. I've just finished work and I'm heading home (10:55 p.m. Sun- day night—just finished Monday's paper). Thank You, The Samoa News website is under construction at www.samoanews.com but there is enough there to look at. (The following is from an e-mail to Cheryl Morales, copied to Scott Martell) What a kick! Another Sanibelite coming to sunny Samoa! There is another lady here from Ft. Myers, a teacher at one of the schools. Her heart David Emmons, was always on Captiva/Sanibel but she didn't live there because of the $$$. So we sit Group Manager around and talk about the old Timmy's Nook. No, I don't think we've met, Cheryl, but, who knows? Sanibel is pretty small. We've probably seen each other. I've been editor here at Samoa News for about seven months now. The editor/owner moved to Utah for a year or so. His wife is from Western Samoa and she has to live in the states (with him) for a year to get a U.S. passport. So that's the reason he left (plus a little burnout). The job is interesting but I'm the only editor. No copy editor or desk editor so it's hard to catch all the mistakes. You don't see them on the computer but they JUMP RIGHT OUT AT YOU FROM THE PAPER. Scott would know what I mean. Also the reporters mstmfeto here are [primarily Samoan]. English is their second language. Almost all stories need a re- write to make them readable. They know what they mean to say — it just comes out, MAILING ADDRESS "Governor says he been going to raise new capitol for jobs." Oh well, the first 100 years P.O. Box 56 • Sanibel, FL 33957 are the hardest. Fax 472-5302 Scott Martell Terri Blackmore Samoa isn't bad. I've been having fun here. Sure the locals do things differently but LOCATION Editor General Manager that's what makes it special. Samoan customs are pretty unique. Extended families rule. Promenade Center See if you can find the bookMv Samoan Chief by Faye Ala'ilima. It's a bit old but it tells it like it is. Just add modern conveniences to it. 695 Tarpon Bay Rd. Unit #13 So, let's see, what else can I tell you about Samoa. The people are U.S. Nationals not PHONE: 472-5185 citizens. It was their choice so they can keep their customs—some of which go against the SUBSCRIPTION RATES U.S. Constitution. $22.00 $28.00 American Samoa still has quite a few U.S. ways: cable TV, lots of cars, a college, fair $20.75 Newspaper $26.42 Newspaper phone system and, of course, U.S. mail. The governor and representatives are all elected but $1.25 Sales fax *1.58SalesTax Annual Subscription Annual Subscription the senators are not. They are chosen from village leaders and usually hold the job for life. The Leecounty Fono is the term for their capital building where senators and representatives work. $28.00 Harry Pappas David Emmons The Samoan language isn't all that tough to learn (although I'm not all that fluent Annual Subscription Amual'Subacriptio Publisher Group Manager yet). The vowels are pronounced like Spanish and there are only 5,000 words. All South USA Foreign Pacific languages are similar and if you learn one you can get by almost anywhere in this Postal information area (Hawaii, too). The Sanibel-Captiva Islander (USPS 481-400) is published From here if you want to go back in time you just hopover to Western Samoa which is every Friday and Is distributed throughout Sanibel and Capliva Islands by the Breeze Corp. an independent country. They chose the tourism route so there are lots of resorts to check out. P O Box 56, Sanibel, FL 33957. Third Class postage is paid at Nothing fancy, but that's what makes it nice. Everyone here is related to everyone there. the Sanibel Post Office, Sanibel, R. 33957, P.S. Feel free to pass my e-mail address out to anyone. I'd love to hear from home. Postmaster Send Address Changes to (Scott's e-mail address is [email protected].) : Sanibel Captlva Islander P 0 Box 56 Anchorages, from page 3 Sanibel, FL 33957 Frank Wagner Sue Bryant sections of the causeway, according to an article in a national nautical magazine. Several A dverlising Manager years ago, a boat seriously damaged the Sanibel pier. Classified advertising deadline Arts Editor Is TUesday 3:00 Anchorages on either side of Sanibel are not recommended for anything but daytime Error Responsibility In the event of an error we are respon- stops, the sailing magazine stated. sible only for the first incorrect insertion of an ad H, in our opin- The ordinance passed by the City of Sanibel Tuesday stipulates that boats over 16 ion there Is a loss of value. We do not assume any responslbil- ity for an error beyond the cost of the ad itself. We assume no feet long, anchoring around the Sanibel Causeway and up to the Lee County Electric power financial responsibility for typographical errors in advertisement lines, must be attended by a person over 18 years of age who can handle the boat, be but will reprint without charge that partwMch is incorrect We are not responsible for any credit or reimbursement after 30 secured by two well-set anchors and exhibit anchor lights between sunset and sunrise. days from publication date. Discussion as to whether it would be possible to ban anchoring completely in the Columns: Opinions expressed in columns in The islander and Causeway area was opposed by City Attorney Bob Pritt who felt that this would be an Letters to the Editor are those of tie person vwiting the column or letter and do not necessarily reflect those of the newspaper.. infringement of rights and could be challenged legally. "This is a tradition that goes right back to the Phoenicians. I assure you that if you say The Islands' Beryl Gray Anne Bellew you can't anchor in that area you'd better have some strong proof to back yourself up," he Community Reporter/ told Councilman Andrew Reding who proposed an outright ban on anchoring in the area Classifieds because of safety factors/The ordinance will be discussed again at the Nov. 3 City Council Newspap&r since 1961 Copy Editor meeting at 10:30 a.m. ISLANDER - Friday, October 23, 1998 « 5 Special Feature A surfeit of surveys By WENDY HUMPHREY LeeWay survey draws Only one survey was mailed for each We may be swimming in surveys if the present trend toward obtaining public account, even if there was more than one opinion on replacing the Sanibel Causeway continues. In light of the county's LeeWay high response from automobile on the account. The survey was survey asking residents who hold transponders for the county bridges to give their Sanibel as follows: opinions, Sanibel Planning Commission Chairman John Veenschoten said he had re- Despite a major interruption to the ceived several suggestions for a city sponsored survey. Local researcher Mike Gillespie mailing of surveys because of Hurricane LeeWay Survey proffered help in designing the survey and it was suggested funding for distribution be Georges, nearly 40 percent of the surveys Area of Residence provided by the city. mailed to Sanibel residents by LeeWay, the Sanibel Island Captiva Island Then at the last public workshop on the Sanibel Causeway, another one surfaced. county's transportation authority, have been Lee County (off-island) This one undertaken by statistician Bill Schlackman for the Committee of the Islands. returned. Here are some of the questions and findings so far. Stay tuned. There will be The survey, mailed to all 27,544 tran- Average use the Sanibel Causeway more sponder holders in the LeeWay system (times per week) along with the transponder renewal forms, 1 3 5 7 7+ asks 10 questions about the Sanibel Cause- way including preference for a fixed span Your destination a) Delay the construction - 62% or drawbridge. (See survey below) Causeway Islands Sanibel Captiva island survey shows Fourteen percent of the 23,073 off- Offlsland strong preference for b) Do not delay the construction - 38% island transponder holders have returned the maintaining bridge It is possible to build a draw type survey, while 39 percent of the 3,979 Sani- Purpose of Trip bridge (not a high span bridge), but the bel holders and 18 percent of the 492 Cap- Work Shopping Recreation Two thirds of islanders don't want tiva holders returned theirs. to replace the bridge at all, but if it has to cost of such a bridge would be more ex- pensive to build. What is yourpreference? The survey was in the process of be- Would you use a trolley or bus to park be replaced, they want a low drawbridge ing mailed with transponder renewals in and the causeway islands remaining, a sur- and ride if available a) Low draw type bridge - 77 % September, but the onset of Hurricane Yes No vey undertaken by Sanibel-based Commit- George interrupted mail delivery and tee of the Islands, indicates. b) High span bridge - 23 % » slowed the return rate, according to Kris Average number of times per week you In response to a question on whether Cella, of Cella, DeBarry & Associates who the existing bridge should be maintained Some environmental experts are stopped or delayed for a bridge maintain that the two islands in the es- reported on the issue at the fourth meeting opening even though the expenditure involved on the replacement of the Sanibel Cause- would cost more in the long term than a tuary are creating ecological problems. 1 2 3 5 7 7+ There are three possibilities: way. new bridge, 64 percent of COTI members Cella said that 1,300 further surveys responding favored maintenance over On average, how long do you wait when a) Remove these islands when the new bridge have been returned but not yet inputted. She the bridge is open? building new. Asked whether, in the event added that she had been informed that be- that a new bridge were to be decided upon, is constructed - 3.5% 5 min. lOmin. 15 min. Don't know b) Remove one island and reorient the sec- tween three and 10 percent was a reason- they would prefer to delay or not delay able response rate for a survey of this kind, construction, 62 percent voted to delay. ond island when the new bridge is con- Have you ever been delayed by any of structed -31% so that overall returns were well above av- the following? Check those that apply. "It's eFestr frbm these surveys that erage. people rre keen on keeping things as they c) Leave the islands as they are and "live Traffic accident Toll facility with" the ecological damage claimed by In response to questions from Sani- Drawbridge Maintenance None are," commented Sanibel resident and stat- bel statisticians about being able to break istician Bill Schlackman, who reported on the experts -65.5 % down the data in various ways, Cella said parts of the survey at the Causeway Work- Do you think that two continuous travel Below we list a number of concerns that LeeWay would attempt to make the lanes exiting Sanibel would improve shop. results available for analysis to those inter- Schlackman said that, although people have with regard to the possible traffic off the island? construction of a new bridge. We'd like ested. Yes No COTI membership numbered a little more Cella made no comments about the than 300, it represented 10 percent of the you to rank the degree of concern which you have on these issues (ranked in or- results of the survey so far, except to indi- If either a fixed span bridge or draw- households with registered voters, and that cate a lack of enthusiasm for the idea of these people were clearly most concerned der of first choice frequency). bridge could provide access to the Park & Ride or bus transportation onto the Causeway Islands, which would you with aesthetics and overcrowding on the island. The results will be made available island. Asked to rank the most important Appearance/ambiance of the environment prefer? - 56 at the next informational meeting on the Fixed span Drawbridge concern with regard to the possible con- Causeway in November. struction of a new bridge, the great major- ity ranked the appearance or ambiance of Increased traffic/traffic congestion - 55 the island and increased traffic and con- Court, from 3A gestion the top concern. Hurricane evacuation - 36 nance correcting the error. Thus, multi-family homes on the westerly stretch of West Gulf The complete COTJ survey has not were again banned. yet been released, but following are the Commercial shipping (potential oil spills, When the city passed the ordinance re-zoning the area, several Gulf front owners results released at the workshop. etc.)-32 objected, but none besides Wolanin have filed suit for damages. Any such suit must be filed within 180 days of passage of the law and that time has now elapsed. , Loss of recreational areas on the islands - In the case of the Wolanin property, the city claims that, at the time it was developed in COTI Survey 14 1986 there was only space for one single-family dwelling unit, and that there is still only Engineering experts indicate that space for one house. Wolanin, on the other hand, claims that since that time, the Gulf Pines a new bridge will be necessary in the Ecological damage (water quality in the beach re-nourishment project has added sand to the beach and increased his lot size to 1.5 future. However, the current bridge bay) -14 acres so that there is now space for a duplex unit. City surveys show just 1.3 acres, since the could be maintained at increasing cost sand that accreted on theproperty immediately after the Gulf Pines beach renourishment has for 15 years or more. This expenditure Costs to citizens of Lee County (includ- since eroded. in the long term would cost more than a ing Sanibel) - 7 Each party in thesuithas conducted surveys and appraisalsof theproperty—Wolanin's new bridge. Which action would you showing there is sufficient area for a duplex and that the appraiser finds the highest and best prefer? Hurricane recovery (being able to get back use of the property is a duplex; the city's showing that there has been erosion of the recently- to island) - 6 acquired sand, that there is not enough area for a duplex, and that the highest and best use of a) Maintain existing bridge - the land is a single familyhorne. __ .'.....,. .i,...... b) Build a new bridge - 34% Possible loss of security - 4 * The city dffereffvroiamn tie opportunity to apply for cluster housing or to show proof that there.is sufficient area for a duplex to be built on the property. No financial offer was If it were decided to build a new Rises in toll costs -1 made and the city declined to repeal the ordinance re-zoning the area. bridge, would you prefer to delay the Noting that this is the first time that the city has been involved in a claim under the Bert construction to a later date, given that Possible loss of revenue to Sanibel and J. Harris, Jr. Private Property Rights Protection Act, City Attorney Bob Pritt said that the 180- the costs would be higher if work starts Lee County due to funding costs of a new day settlement period was coming to an end and that the city was unable to resolve the claim. at a later date? bridge - 0 ' The next stop, he said, would be Circuit Court. This decision of City Council to let the issue go to court was applauded by Sanibel resident Bill Schlackman, who said the council has to be determined to protect the cjty 's interest by going to court when necessary. The resolution was approved unanimously by the Council. 6 • Friday, October 23. 1998 • ISLANDER CITYSIDE Gulf Pines beach Sanibel Sailing to restoration holding up continue year 'round

By WENDY HUMPHREY Following a rapid readjustment of after the beach restoration project was City Council voted Tuesday to support an effort to provide a year 'round commu- the shoreline in the first year, the beach completed. nity sailing program on Sanibel. re-nourishment project at Gulf Pines sub- Some of the sand loss is the Tesult of The proposal by the Sanibel Sailing Advisory Committee was to continue with division is now holding up fairly well, sand moving to adjacent beaches, Hum- sailing programs year 'round using the city-owned park at the end of Bailey Beach project manager Ken Humiston reported iston reported, explaining that shortly af- Road west of the Sanibel Causeway. to the city Tuesday. ter the restoration there had been increases The goals of the community sailing program are to teach residents how to sail and Some 250 linear feet were added to of 100 feet in beaches north of the project provide them with a facility that will support group and individual sailing activities the beach in the central part of the project and 80 feet on beaches to the south. throughout the year. The main features of the program will be sailing instruction, sail- and around 150 of those Humiston said that ing races and activities, and individual sailing practice. feet have since eroded, the project had withstood Scott Conway, a full time Sanibel resident and accomplished sailor, has been in Humiston reported. But he Humiston said that some pretty severe wea- charge of the pilot program which has been running for the past year. The SSC recom- said it was normal to have ther due to El Nino mended that he continue to head the program. The pilot program included sailing courses a rapid readjustment in the the project had storms. for children and adults during the summer months. first year. withstood some pretty The 220,000 cubic Sailing races, geared to the skill level of sailors enrolled in the program, will be "Beach re-nourish- yards of sand added to held weekends throughout the year and individual instruction can be arranged on a ment creates a bump in the severe weather due to the beach at Gulf Pines mutually-convenient basis with the instructor. shoreline. Mother Nature El Nino storms. was pumped from a loca- . Boats will be stored on the city park and secured by a fence which will not be wants to straighten that tion seven miles off- visible from outside the property. bump out," he told City shore. Humiston assured The resolution supporting the community sailing program was approved unani- Council members, adding City Council members mously. that the wave action takes the sand and that there was sufficient sand in this, or- deposits it offshore where it still serves to other "borrow areas" for future re-nourish- protect the beach. ments. COTI supports Theiss "The second year there was far less Resident Bill Schlackman com- sand lost," he continued. "The erosion con- mented that future beach restoration The Board of Directors of the Committee of the Islands (COTI) interviewed the tinued, but at a lower rate." He added that projects should be funded as much as pos- four candidates for City Council at a special meeting held Oct. 21. While the, Board the new beach remains well seaward of the sible by the main benefactors of the concluded that each of the candidates was qualified, Nola Theiss was the only candi- erosion control line which was redefined beaches which are hotels and the tourist date who received the number of votes required for COTI's endorsement. Accordingly, industry. COTI endorses Theiss for election to the City Council and will contribute $500 to her campaign. BROWN "I am dedicated to preserving Sanibel as a STEVE BROWN email town community, where we live in A Volunteer Who is Committed to Sanibel harmony with each other and with nature. Sanibel's Five Year Budget Committee- Member —Steve Brown Sanibel Community Association - Vice President C.R.O.W. - Vice President & Member of its Steve Brown's Pledge to Sanibel Rescue Team SCCF - Sea Turtle Conservation Program • Will enforce Sanibel's Vision Statement Member (4 years) • Will work to control the cost of government Old Schoolhouse Theater Foundation - • Will work to insure that our Causeway remains President (3 years) a low span drawbridge Sanibel Music Festival- Volunteer Host (3 years) • Will oppose compensation for City Council Members Sanibel/Captiva Kiwanis Club, COTI* Shell Museum, • Will strive to preserve our small town community Sanibel/Captiva Power Squadron- Member • Will support the City's Land Acquisition Program • Will oppose increases in density • Will treat all issues that come before him with a sense of fairness and a reasoned approach

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West Gulf Drive Schlackman pointed out that Coun- Council agreed to consider it at a fu- manity, the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation cilmen, who are not paid and therefore can- ture date. Foundation and Wise Women of SanibeL development not spend enormous amounts of time on an Breast Cancer City Council members considered issue, are very dependent upon city staff in Pension planner ways to make it easier to comply with making decisions. He urged more use of Awareness Month approved but coynci! Sanibel's vegetation laws Tuesday. They expert volunteers in the community. He was recognized by Mayor balks at plan also considered more stringent financial supported in this by residentDick Walsh and Some twenty people came to penalties for violations. The Ohio-based Public Employees Council members Andrew Reding and Bob McKenzie Hall Tuesday to hear Sanibel Benefit Services Company has been se- At issue was a violation on a West Janes, who suggested residents with special Mayor Wally Kain proclaiming this month lected to negotiate a pension plan for city Gulf Drive Gulf front property. A stop work skills to add their names to the city's volun- Breast Cancer Awareness Month in honor employees, but City Councilmen are not order was placed on the property after city teer list. of Sanibel resident Jean Wigley who died ready to approve any plan at present. employees, alerted by complaints from resi- Boat lifts on in February this year. Bob "I don't want a fait accompli," warned dents, inspected the property and found all Wigley was there to receive vegetation removed, a huge hole and a large Bob Janes. "I'm not going to be presented bay zone to be the proclamation in honor of with a plan that says 'this is what we've de- pile of fill on adjacent property. The stop heard his late wife. work order was subsequently removed veloped— vote up or down on it.'" when the development company, La Playa An ordinance permit- "Jean Wigley, a much Councilman Bob Davison suggested Construction, provided a plan showing how ting boat lifts on docks on loved and highly respected that in today's economic climate, the city the vegetation would be replaced. the Bay will be heard on islander, lost a long and cou- may be hard pressed to come up with half a, Nov. 3, at 10 a.m. rageous battle to breast can- million dollars in pension plans as eligible City Councilman Andrew Reding The first reading of cer, all the while raising city employees retire. "It's a reasonable asked that the enforcement procedure-be the proposal to allow boat awareness and leaving a thing to review our position at this point and investigated to provide for stricter penalties lifts on existing docks on the legacy of hope," said Kain. look at alternatives," commented Davison, for violations. Bay from Lighthouse Park "Jean represents thou- whose motion approved hiring PEBSCO to "It seems like, if you go around the to Dixie Beach Boulevard sands of women— mothers, come up with pension plans but not to enter system, you'll get what you want; if you go was heard Tuesday, but the first reading was wives, sisters, daughters — any woman, in a contract for such a plan. through the system you won't," he com- not a public hearing and no discussion or fact is a potential breast cancer victim," he mented. "It may well serve the city to have testimony was heard. continued, noting that for the first time in long-term employees, and the increase in Currently, fines are only imposed Controlled burns create 40 years the federal government has re- portability of pensions may mean that many when property owners refuse to cooperate ported a decrease in the breast cancer death long-term employees leave," commented with the city to re-vegetate. The fines speci- nuisance rate. Mammography and screening will take resident Dick Walsh, a member of the com- fied in the Sanibel Land Development Code Councilmember Andrew Reding re- place throughout the nation during October. mittee which reviewed the city budget this are up to $500 a day or up to 30 days im- layed complaints about controlled burns Jean Wigley was formerly national year. "You may see changes in the work prisonment. conducted by the Sanibel-Captiva Conser- director of the Young Women's Christian force that you don't want." Islanders' skills needed vation Foundation and the wildlife refuge. Association and served on the board of Council members asked PEBSCO to Resident Bill Schlackman asked City "Now that windows are open, resi- Planned Parenthood, Habitat for Humanity present alternative plans for consideration Council to tap the skills of residents, many dents are suffering from respiratory prob- and BIG Arts where she chaired the annual and requested that city staff not screen out of whom have special expertise, in making lems," he commented. "We need to look into fund-raising campaign. She was also an of- alternatives. decisions regarding the city. this." ficer in Zonta and active in Habitat for Hu-

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' \i V 6. i.. _ J - J — Leading, Listening! Nola, Naturally! VISION AND PROMISE: • Acquire Sanibel's remaining environmentally sensitive land GIVE NOLA THE OPPORTUNITY TO: • Hold the line on density increases • Curb Growth of City Government and Taxes • Fight over development and out of scale houses • Maintain a Low-span, Drawbridge Causeway • Partner with all stakeholders—residents, City government, businesses—to plan beautification of the business corridor • Represent Our Diverse Community • Support present police road and marine patrols, 100% • Back K-8 School for Sanibel response, and DARE «Resist Development on Summerlin Corridor • Fight boater and personal watercraft misbehavior in »Control Redevelopment and Traffic Sanibel waters • Work to implement the Five Year Budget Committee and •• Support Government and Private Partnerships planning process to Preserve Our Environment • Seek fair alterrjatives49«aijjakaem taxation, ».„ ^^ _ • Find ways to deal more effectively with Lee County Vote For Nola Theiss

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dividual students at their own level of ex- perience and ability. Call 395-0900 to reg- NOTICES ister. Daylight Savings Time ends this ilec Center closed Sunday, Oct. 25. Fall back one hour • The Recreation Complex will be when you go to bed Saturday night! closed tomorrow, Saturday, Oct. 24, for the Sanibel Police Auxiliary training seminar. Krieger services It will reopen to the public with regular announced hours on Sunday, Oct. 25. A memorial service for Jim Krieger who died on June 25 after a very short illness will be held tomorrow, Sat- PEOPLE urday, Oct. 24, at 10 a.m. at St. Michael & All Angels Episcopal Church on Peri- Best students name winkle Way. . best teachers • In lieu of flowers the family would A select group of America's teach- prefer memorial donations be made to ers are being honored by their toughest the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foun- critics — their former Students — in the dation or Hope Hospice. fifth edition of Who's Who Among 2nd Candidates Night America's Teachers, 1998. The teachers be- Tuesday ing honored were selected by their former The Island Reporter is sponsoring students who themselves are currently a forum for the City Council candidates listed in Who's Who...High School or The J.N. "Ding " Darling Wildlife starting at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 27, at National Dean's List, publications which Refuge staff and friends traveled the Sanibel Community Association on recognize 5 percent of our nation's high to the refuge's cross dike Periwinkle Way. All four candidates will school and college students respectively. Thursday for the dedication of a be on hand to discuss their positions on The Sanibel School's Georgia Brown, a bird identification plaque in various issues and answer questions. former Golden Apple Award winner and memory of Paul Brundage, a Lee County's Teacher of the Year, was long-time leader in the Ding There will be note cards on which resi- Darling Wildlife Society. dents can write their questions for the named to the list by her former talented students. Congrats! Pictured, lef to right, are candidates. The forum is open to the daughter Barb Brundage, Mrs. public, and refreshments will be served. Paul (Barbara) Brundage, and Creatology '98 — (Continued, page 12) son Mike Brundage. Media workshop & seminar Cypress Lake Center for the Arts is sponsoring Lee County's third annual media arts seminar tomorrow, Saturday, Oct. 24. Creatology '98 continues the theme "Where Creativity and Technol- ogy Meet" with a variety of workshops, all with hands-on experiences. Program- ming includes presentations by several "" Florida professionals in the fields of elec- tronic publishing and media production as well as a series of three one-hour workshops on topics such as news report- ing and producing, videography and lighting, linear and nonlinear editing, and website construction. Admission is $ 10 and includes lunch and an arrival recep- tion. Teachers may receive in-service points for participation. The Center is located between Cypress Lake High and Middle Schools. Anyone interested should call the Media Department at 481- 3592 to register, or register on-line at www.lee.kl2.fl.us/cya/creatology.html Thrift shop open after summer break Noah's Ark, the island's oldest and most complete thrift shop, located behind 'St. Michael's, is open every weekday from 9:30-12:30. Like an old-fashioned general store, The Ark sells everything from furniture to books to clothes to ap- pliances. Donations are always welcome, and large items can be picked up. Yoga cfasse#*to start Saturday morning yoga classes start for the season at BIG Arts tomor- row, Oct. 24, from 9:30-11 a.m. (Note change in time.) Taught by yoga expert Pamela Gilbert Wortzel, each class is geared toward meeting the needs of in- ISLANDER • Friday, October 23, 1998 - 9

Jeany Smusz — an honest rock in the City's foundation is retiring

ByANNEBELLEW much more interesting and useful." And for dessert? Islander staff writer She's lived off Casa Ybel in the Carrot cake. Veronica Jeany Smusz.,. 23 years Highlands for close to eight years. She and What's your worst habit? in the same office that's not the same of- her ex-husband came down here from Co- The City Manager jumps in: "Some- fice... 23 years in the same job that's not lumbus, Ohio, to visit their friend Mike times she lets my file basket get a foot high. the same job... One of Vince Faraone's Blackmore who had been their neighbor She lets filing go." riddles? Not really. in Columbus. "We came in April of 1975, What's your best asset? Jeany Cottrill went to work for the Went home. Quit our jobs. Movedin May," I'm honest. City of Sanibel as secretary to the first she says. What do people say about you behind City Manager, David Bretzke, who held "My plan was to take a couple of your back? the position from December of 1974 to weeks off and enjoy the island. And I was I hope they say I'm easy to work Of what are you the proudest? January of 1976. never, ever going to work in an office again with, but they probably say I'm too much Since the City's been my life for 23 Jeany Smusz is "retiring" as execu- — I'd been a legal secretary for 10 years. of a perfectionist. I hate to see anything years, I have to answer, a lot of things tive assistant to the fourth city manager, We pulled into Windward Way across from go out of here with a mistake in it. we've accomplished here. Not me so Gary Price. Mike's with our trailer and here he comes: If you'd taken a different career path, much, but I've been in the background as- In between, she's worked for all "Jeany, you have an interview at City Hall what would it have been? sisting the ones who made the major deci- kinds... for example, interim CM. Al tomorrow. It was Terri's appointment, but Well, I'm about to. I'll be starting all sions. Muench in '76, whose philosophy was (is, she's decided she's not interested!" over. So, if there's anybody out there with You know, years ago Council mem- has always been) "Do it and do it now." That's all it took. "City offices were any offers I can't refuse, let me hear from bers, the staff and the community were all "They were building the Periwinkle in Periwinkle Place, the Police Depart- you! sort of family. We all used to get along so bike path when he was here,'-" Jeany says, ment, too, at the time. Then SPD moved . I'll be doing some secretarial stuff well... The 5th, 10th, 15th, 20th anniver- "and his perspective was 'When I leave to the Fire Department, then upstairs over at home and I'm going to do some house- saries of incorporation, the volutneer pic- this office, I plan to ride my bike home what was most recently First Independence and pet-sitting — I love animals. I always nics, the dedication of City Hall... On on that path, so get it done!'" Bank at Three Star (Remember that? It's wanted to be a vet, but I figured I'd never Thanksgiving someone always would have Then there was Bill Nungester from PicKwik/HessMart now), but at the time make it through school. an open house; everyone would bring a March of '76 to August of '79. "Verrry the downstairs was MacKenzie Hall."*- Actually, in some other life I think dish... There'd be 100-150 people some- meticulous. And he had a daughter the The next summer they house-sat on I'd be independently wealthy! times... same age I was, so he became kind of a Captiva, then moved to an old house (long father figure. An easy, nice man to work gone) across the street from Periwinkle (Continued, page 12) for." Place. Sometime after they parted ways And there was Warren Hyde, an- ("Butch is a fishing guide — 'Course, I : other interim guy, for most of the rest of taught'him everything he knows!"). She WEMMEW1% WE DMIMKIZoMESEll WHAT'f'UFT! '79. lived in the lighthouse keeper's cottage for' City Manager Bernie Murphy, who four years. It was while she was there that came on board in December, 1979, and she found herself another family — her Sanibel Brew Pub stayed until September, 1984, gave her three cats: Mooni, Torti and Keystone. the fancy title of Administrative Assistant. "There were between 20 and 30 cats there And when Gary Price who had been in 1989 when I moved in. Ellen Smith [of AWARD WINNING Public Works Director then Assistant City P.A.W.S.] and I fed, tamed, trapped them, Manager, took over after Murphy, Jeany had them fixed and, eventually, got them FOOD AND PEER! finally became an Executive Assistant. adopted. Mooni I found under a full moon, (Does that mean she's Vice-City Man- Torti is a little tortoise shell, Keystone lived ager?) here at City Hall. Not sure I want to tell FUN FAMILY DINING "It was always a sight to see Gary you this, but I used to drink Keystone beer dressed up in his Santa hat, handing out and that's what he's named after." SERVING LUNCH & DINNER the Christmas bonuses we don't get any Do you have a favorite city other than more to each one of the City employees," Sanibel? FRESH SEAFOOD • AGED BEEF she laughs. Not really. Columbus, I guess, but I "For years I was the one who an- don't go back there. Most of the time I Island BROASTED CHICKEN -PASTA swered the phones for everybody... The travel home to see my family in the Young- Appreciation City Manager, Bil] Patrick (the Noxious stown area. Our Way of Saying Plant Control Specialist), then John Do you have any hobbies? Night Olivier, his replacement. (We still answer I don't have much time for them be- "Thanks" for Natural Resources —i they're down- tween working here, taking care of my n re • wesdqy, October 27 stairs now but we get their calls up here). house and yard... and "the kids." I collect Tuesday, October 27th And Dick Noon's office [Parks & Rec] shells. I walk the beach a lot. was in City Hall, too, then. What's your favorite time of day? Special: Now I work for the City Manager, Morning. Now I have to walk in the the Assistant City Manager Bill Mills, evenings after work, but I'm going to Council, and any department director who switch to mornings when I retire at the end needs help, but it's a team approach up of January. 1 Pound Snow Crab $5.99 here: we all cover each other's positions What kind of music do you like? — Jeannine, Sandy, Pam, me." Jimmy Buffett. Reggae. Some coun- Also Featuring She's been responsible for the big try and, since I'm Polish, the polka! mailings on the sewer and numegQ,vis,other What do you read? projects; the City's newsletter has been Not much'.?fr5Sielle Steele, maga- her baby; and she's the one who gets the zines. CRAIG ALBERT & City Manager's Annual Report calendar For your last meal what would you DAVE OWENS out each year. "That was Bill's idea in the have? late '80s-early '90s. The City Manager is Hmmm. A cheeseburger, cooked on Children's Menu Available a grill, and fries. That's why I miss required to provide an annual report to 1547 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel • Serving All Day 11:30 a.m. -10 p.m. the citizens, and the calendar form is Timmy's Nook. 395-2030 • Open 7 Days 10 • Friday. October 23, 1998 • ISLANDER Island Scene A Bavarian •13th Annual Baileyfest Afterhours ?Vr

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V-H7WWIMWV Business & Real Estate Business NewsMalcers CROW kicks off Bank of Islands announces "Business Friends of board of directors Edison National CROW" campaign Bank has announced the board of directors for its Care and Reha- new Sanibel office, Bank bilitation of Wildlife of the Islands. The board (CROW) membership is charged with seeking co-chairs Ann Arnoff opportunities for commu- and Matt Asen, have an- nity awareness and busi- nounced the kick-off of ness development along a new "Business Friends with administering poli- of CROW" membership cies, procedures and pro- campaign. CROW grams for the Sanibel of- hopes to reach a goal of fice. 100 Business Friends by The board is com- the end of 1998. Every prised of chairman Lyman business on Sanibel and Frank, Craig Albert, Captiva has just re- Francis P. Bailey Jr., Tony ceived an invitation for Lapi, Tom Louwers, Jerry membership in the is- Muench, Ken Nirenberg, Left to right — Lyman Frank, Craig Albert, Jerry lands' own 31-year-old Dave Owens and Bob Muench, Bob Wigley, Dave Owens, Francis Bailey, and wildlife hospital. Ann Arnoff with the "board of honor" Wigley. The majority of bank founders Geoff Roepstorff, Robbie Roepstorff. Not "Business the board members have pictured, Tony Lapi, Tom Louwers and Ken Nirenberg. Friends" who make a donation to CROW of $100 or more earn the privilege of having had prior bank-director ex- their business name in the Schneider Education Pavilion at CROW where more than perience on-Sanibel, and all are residents of Sanibel or Captiva — 5,000 visitors each year will see the "Business Friends" board of honor. Businesses will also receive a framed membership certificate showing every customer who enters their place of business that they care about wildlife and the quality of life on Sanibel and Sanibeft Decorating Den Captiva. "Business Friends" will also receive the quarterly newsletter As the CROW Flies for one year and be included in local press announcements during the coming year. wins national awards CROW has seen a dramatic increase in patients during 1997 and 1998, Patient numbers have increased from under 2,000 .in 19961 to a projected 1998'caseload of Decorating Den Interiors of Sanibel/Captiva and South Fort Myers was reently 2,500. Financial, as well as in kind support from our Jocal community of "Business honored by Decorating Den Interiors. Friends" will be essential if CROW is to maintain its high level of quality patient care Carol Gagnon, owner, acheived the goal of "1998 Eagle Award for Top Ten Owner into the next century. If you are a business owner and would like to know how you can Sales," as well as continued membership in the President's Club for Million Dollar Sales. help, call CROW at 472-3644. Remember, wildlife has no health insurance! Cindy Malszycki, design consultant, placed in the "Top Five in Individual Decorator Sales," as well as continued membership in Century Society. Debra George, interior designer ASID, was introduced as a new member to the Century Society honoring high sales. OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK HOLIDAY GIVEWAY! Deli 6:30-10:30 pm 472-6988 FREE FREE FREE Liquor Store 9am-10pm 472-3333 CUT AND SAVE THIS AD Market 472-2151 CUSTOM ME \SURE FINANCING *GIFT\WE\ERY 1201-07 Periwinkle Way COMPLETE KITCHEN AND ESTIMATES OPTIONS APPLIANCE GARAGE Full Service IN YOUR HOME ARRANGED Qwik Stop Shopping CUSTOM BWILT IS NOT MORE EXPENSIVE! Coldest Beer on the Islands! PROFESSIONAL STAFF WITH 75 YEARS EXPERIENCE Cheapest Soda on the Islands! SERVING LEE COUNTY & COLLIER COUNTY FOR 28 YEARS I & Cold Deli Sandwiches to go. (FAMILY OWNED/OPERATED) | Kjtcfens, Mtfroms, \m

Safety Issues Question #8 -— How safe is Sanibel, and how could it be safer? Reflect on the police budget, hurricane-evacuation and shelters, etc.

Steve Brown Wally Kain Jon Lijjequist Nola Theiss

Sanibel is an extremely safe place Sanibel has found about the right Let's take a look a priorities. City For many reasons, especially tour- to live. It is one of the reasons young balance of public safety service and cost. Council's inattention to county politics has ism, Sanibel must project a very-safe im- people with children, and others, choose We have community policing that fosters left us with a hurricane escape route that age. We have a very large police force that to live here. Sanibel is also blessed with a friendly, supportive, police- citizen rela- becomes more precarious as we witness checks the doors of every business every citizenry that has respect for the law, as tionships, 100% response to calls for po- more and more congestion between us and night and responds to every call, no mat- well as the local ordinances protecting lice assistance, three patrol cars on the road 1-75. And when the day comes that we can- ter how trivial. It operates at the same people, wildlife and habitat. Tangentially, on all normal shifts, an active marine pa- not get off the island, we had better be pre- level, in-season and off. Our fire depart- there is a real safety benefit to maintain- trol, and a DARE program. Our police pared to stay. ment has a high average pay and benefit ing the drawbridge on our Causeway. It officers are well trained, well equipped, Since safety is a legitimate function package. It seems we are paying for more serves as a real deterrent to crime by iso- and well paid in relation to comparable of government, we need to think about how "safety" than we really need. While diffi- lating the criminal perpetrator. cities. I would not have it otherwise. the city can provide incentives to encour- cult to make budget cuts in areas which We enjoy and pay for the high qual- Yes, we could shave a buck here and age the private financing of multi-unit hur- might affect our physical well-being, we ity of our police service. Other than cut- there, but we would soon be in penny-wise- ricane shelters right here on Sanibel. The need to judiciously cut unnecessary ex- ting out a full shift, which I do not favor, pound- foolish territory — no place to be city could offer the private sector an op- penses until we reach the point where we there are no real opportunities to make when public safety is involved. portunity to lease specified city-owned are protected, have the services we need, meaningful cuts in bur police budget. Hurricane Georges showed us that lands on a long term basis at a bargain cost, but are not overpaying or paying for things Hurricanes are a violent force of our emergency procedures work. The pub- and justify the bargain cost by requiring we don't need. nature that people must factor into their lic responded superbly to RULE ONE— that part of any shelter built must have open We do need Advanced Life Services decision to live here. Evacuation, when EVACUATE EARLY. Some improve- public space available that anyone could training for bur firefighters. Because of ordered by the City, should be prompt and ments warrant consideration. Sanibel use when a hurricane warning is issued. the distance to hospitals, we need trained orderly. In my view, people have the re- must evacuate early (before mainland Lee Hurricane category 5 shelters with private personnel always available to us, but we sponsibility to make their own arrange- County) and some evacuees need public quarters for the investors are economical need to eliminate other positions as they ments overseas and the City should not shelter. We have negotiated the use of when leashing city property at a minimal become vacant to avoid an increase in to- put tax money into an attempted brick and school space for this purpose but must lease cost, and they are essentially zero- tal jobs. mortar solution to evacuation. complete these arrangements. density structures. I've already investi- Hurricane Georges gave us practice However, I do support a mobile off- If the causeway were lost, all func- gated the costs. This is feasible. for a hurricane emergency and showed island operation center for use if Sanibel tions of city government might have to be Island situated hurricane shelters that how difficult it is to predict where a hur- is devastated by a hurricane, and we are conducted on the mainland, perhaps for a are owned and operated by the city have ricane will hit. I am against budgeting required to conduct City business from an substantial period. We have no adequate, been suggested before, but those sugges- large amounts for a stationary emergency off-island site while readying Sanibel for secure space for this purpose, nor do we tions involved more government involve- command post. As citizens of Lee County, the return of its citizens. That unit it should have mobile units that might do part of the ment and more taxes. Personally, I'm not we should expect adequate emergency not be stationary. Instead, it must be ca- job. We should not count on FEMA; they comfortable spending other people's services and shelters as all other citizens pable of being stored out of harm's way. are space takers, not providers. money, whether it's tax money or cam- and the county is responding by offering Once the hurricane emergency passes, it We have some very good emergency paign contributions. That's the way I think, us space at the sports complex for a com- can be placed in the most advantageous communication channels to the public, and that's why I'm running a zero-budget mand center. Sanibel citizens have shown place. Alert Radio, TV, Cable Override, and a campaign. Each of the other three candi- that they can take care of themselves and newcomer, Dream Radio 98.5 FM. These dates has accepted between $2,600 and their neighbors before a hurricane, and the need to be coordinated so as to offer virtu- $7,100 for his or he^garnpaign in Septem- City should be putting its efforts and plan- ally continuous communication to our ber alone. Who knows how much more will ning toward recovery. evacuees. have been collected and spent by Novem- ber 3? Think about spending habits when you cast your vote. ISLANDER - Friday, October Commenfarv UTTERS Around Our Town Planning Commissioner help others and I'm proud of them and want to thank them! Again, I must thank every- Scott MARTELL defends Kain one else involved for their help in the suc- To the Editor: cessful 2nd Biannual Community Connec- A letter which appeared in the Is- tion held Oct. 6 at the Sanibel Community Islander Editor lander Commentary on Friday, Oct. 9, con- House. tains confused accusations that Sanibel City Initiated by Nola Theiss last May, The Hall and Wally Kain deliberately distorted Optimist Club in partnership with F.I.S.H., the facts regarding the purchase of the sewer sponsored this evening "connection," bring- system. ing together middle and high school stu- • The writer, Larry Bator, is well- dents with 12 community service organiza- Candidates need to known at City Council and Planning Com- tions. Over 80 people came: students, par- mission meetings as a chronic complainer ents, school and organization representa- and has become such a nuisance that he is tives from Hope Hospice, Shell Club, The emphasize their differences barely tolerated, if not ignored. Shell Museum, Healing the Children, Ft. Myers Interfaith Caregiver's Program, he Committee of the Islands (COTI) candidates' forum — as it has in just It is a matter of public record that Council unanimously voted in a utility tax F.I.S .H., Sanibel Historical Village, CROW. about every election since the formation of the City — proved to be an BIG Arts, Tarpon Bay Environmental Lab, excellent chance to meet all four City Council candidates face-to-face and so that voters could select between utility T and ad valorem taxes in a referendum. The Big Brothers/Big Sisters, Sanibel Seniors. hear their responses to intelligent questions. citizens of Sanibel supported a $20 million Nola, Jacque Owens and Abe Lemer The Islander won't endorse candidates. We believe in providing you as much .bond issue with ad valorem taxes and the information as possible so that you can make your own decision. Honestly, I still haven't deserve the credit of putting the evening city is in the process of installing a long- together. Dick Noon of Parks and Rec fi- made up my mind yet — these are four interesting, sometimes perplexing, candidates. overdue sewer system which will benefit all Here's my take on the COTI forum: nanced the use of the Community Center. of us. Bailey's provided the cookies, and Gilligans OK — all four City Council candidates believe in casual attire (no socks in one As one who has grappled with this case), are appreciative of their spouses, do all kinds of island volunteer work, want to provided the lemonade. Kathryn Wilbur rep- difficult project from the beginning, Wally resented Canterbury. Members of Optimists keep a cap on spending tax money, are devout environmentalists, and see no reason for Kain should be commended for his perse- a high span bridge. I'm sure they all eat apple pie, too. who participated included Ginny Joyce, verance in seeking and supporting solutions Arnold Goodman, Lisa Bilske; and friends But where do they differ? If you've read our weekly candidates forum, you've which will satisfy taxpayers, regulators and of Optimists included Jill Goodman, Hal likely picked up some clues. But I want to hear a real debate on differences at a public the environmentally concerned. Theiss and Louise Johnson helped set up forum — and I would encourage that at the next Community Forum, at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Edith Slayton, and make the Evening a success. (Continued, page 16) Sanibel Special thanks also to Joanna Theiss Kain's restaurant who welcomed the participants and Tim Goodman and John Turansky who cleaned Reporter's Notebook/Part 2 ordinance is political up. What surprised me the most was that To the Editor: these young men just cleaned up without Frank WAGNER ,. Another one of Kain's real relevant anyone asking them to do so. sponsored ordinances has been approved by If you or your child would like to the Planning Commission — outdoor din- volunteer for one of the above groups or Vacation time in Jolly ing has been approved, with a net increase your group would like to utilize the talents of 10% seating capacity to qualifying res- of our youth, you can contact F.I.S.H.'s taurants. This should increase their gross hotline, 472-0404 for information. Ole... or the six-day siege revenues during season substantially. John Turansky ie good Dr. Bevins, after having determined that Problem is, Kain has sponsored this President, Sanibel Captiva I had pneumonia, immediately put me on a strict free of charge, taking away thousands of Optimist Club medical regimen for the next six days of my glori- dollars the city would have received in ap- T plication fees for amendments necessary to Steve Brown is the right ous London vacation. Some of the highlights... allow this ordinance. The restaurants are the The doctor saw me every morning at home and called man, at the right time long term beneficiaries, and should be pay- To the Editor: each afternoon to make certain all was well. It seemed that ev- ing these fees. ery moment — waking or sleeping — of my life was to be I have been told that I have finally Three out of four Commissioners who reached a point in my life where I can be carefully crafted and monitored. For example: I was restricted voted in favor of this ordinance — Edith to the second floor of Lisa and Rick's townhouse (fortunately, called a "Sanibel Oldtimer," To qualify, one Slayton (soon leaving), John Veenschoten needs to not only log a substantial amount with its own bath) as climbing stairs was a definite no-no. Cer- and Dick Downes, endorse Kain and I be- tain foods were recommended and my liquid intake was to be of years residing here in paradise, but also lieves their spouses are on Kain's reelec- carry AARP and Medicare cards and be at (Continued, page 16) tion committee. least reasonably stable. • I have no problem with outside din- ' We have all watched our island Guest Commentary ing, but the benefiters should have to pay change dramatically in so many ways over the feeSj not given a free ride at taxpayer's the years. Fortunately, our City Councils and BobSLAYTON expense. Also, there are far more important City staffs have been pro-active rather than City issues that Kain should have sponsored. reactive in steering us through so many di- Residents remember Commissioners verse issues. The problems that they are Don't use a blunderbuss are voted in by City Council members, so, currently addressing seem to be growing in let's get on tract and vote for two of the new both number and complexity each year. That candidates — Nola Theiss, John Lilequist equates to a need for dedicated and able for Nov. 3 election and Steve Brown. leadership. I belieye that Steve Brown is in hirteen amendments to the Florida Constitution Larry Bator the right place at the right time to fill that Sanibel will appear on the ballot Nov. 3. Four of the need. amendments were proposed by the state legisla- Community Connection Prior to retiring on Sanibel, Steve was ture; thTe other nine (called revisjonsX-were proposed bytjje--, proves a joy—--— - -• • a radiologist in Maryland. He served as Constitution Revision Commission. The proposals deal with President of the Medical Staff at Anne To the Editor: ' : Arundel General Hospital that included 375 capital punishment, property taxes, women's rights, envi- Wow! What a country! That's what a ronmental issues, gun control and other issues of concern to physicians. He also was Chairman of the comedian from Russia used to say in the 14 Doctor Radiology group that he was a Florida voters. 80s, To paraphrase him: "Wow! What an part of. Would not a person have to have Revision 5, popularly known as the Conservation island!" The children of our islands are re- Amendment, would provide for the abatement of air and ally terrific. They turned out in batches to (Continued, page 17A) (Continued, page 16)

/• 16 - Friday, October 23, 1998 - ISLANDER LETTERS Wagner, from Page 15 Slay ton, from Page 15 Things We Do For Love. water pollution, merge the Florida Game essentially non-stop. After my temperature Side Story just opened at the Prince Edward & Freshwater Fish Commission with the had been down for a specified period of time, Theater. New musicals include a stage ver- Almost anyone who is connected with Marine Fisheries Commission into a single I could get up and dress, go downstairs, sit sion of Saturday Night Fever at the London the theater knows that Ayckbourn is one of wildlife agency, and extend bonding au- in the living room and partake of British tele- Palladium; Doctor Doolittle at the London the most prolific playwrights of this genera- thority allowing the state to continue to vision. (I must say that that was quite an ad- Apollo Hammersmith is supposedly the West tion. He is the long-serving artistic director acquire and preserve land for conservation venture. Along, with some quite reputable End's answer to the New York smash The of the Stephen Joseph Theatre in and recreation beyond the year 2000. reruns, there was a seemingly endless col- Lion King; and yet another reworking of Sir Scarborough and has written over 50 plays, Taking aim at Revision 5 and the rest lection of some of the worst films I've seen Andrew Lloyd Webber's Whistle Down the most of which saw their first performances of the ballot proposals, Hollywood actor in some time — well-known American film Wind, which was originally unsuccessful in in this theater. Charlton Heston, current president of the stars, but the movies must have been made London and closed at the Kennedy Center Things We Do For Love is a typical National Rifle Association, last week urged in Europe or the Far East and never released also aseason orso ago because of abysmally Ayckbourn look at life and many of its Florida voters to vote "No" on Nov. 3 on in the states.) bad notices and no business. strange and wondrous foibles, especially all of the 13 proposals. Heston favors the On the fifth day I was allowed out of As usual (and unlike Broadway), the those that concern the relationships between blunderbuss approach, fearing that voters the house for a short walk and, knowing full London theater seems to be able to support a and among males and females. The action is will not be selective and will inadvertently well how I dislike walking, this venture was, numberof straight dramas, comedy offerings played out in a multi-level set — an apart- approve Revision 12. This amendment that of necessity, mercifully short. After that suc- and revivals of the classics. You marvel as ment on one floor and another apartment would allow Florida counties the option of cessful venture the good doctor demanded a you peruse the array of theatrical attractions above that is partially seen. The cast is made extending the waiting period for handgun chest x-ray to make certain no great damage and see listed Agatha Christie's Mousetrap, up of four persons — a rather spartan but purchases to five days and expand it to all had been done or was still lurking, and to currently in its 46th year, and The Woman in attractive young landlady who owns two firearms. The move is opposed by unli- make certain that travel home by air would Black in its ninth. apartments and occupies the one in full view censed dealers and gun owners selling per- be possible. (Fortunately, the x-rays showed The hottest ticket on the London scene of the audience; her long-time friend who sonal collections at gun shows, dealers no reason for not traveling back to where the and the production that has caused the great- has just married (the newly weds rent the. currently exempted from laws requiring blessed palm trees grow.) He also gave me a est critical furor is David Hare's adaptation upstairs apartment); plus a rather offbeat background checks on gun purchasers ... very special gift:— permission to go to mati- of Arthur Schnitzler's LaRoade, directed by handyman who throws things in and out of balance. Heston's warning has been echoed nees during the few remaining days of our Sam Mendes and featuring Nicole Kidman by Orange Park Republican John Thrasher, vacation. (appearing often sans costume) and Iain What happens is comparatively trite. Florida House Speaker-Designate. "Vote The London theatre Glen. It is playing a limited engagement at The landlady first eyes young upstairs hus- them all down," urges Thrasher, reflecting the tiny theater called Donmar Warehouse, band with fierce dislike and then with flam- attitudes of the extreme right wing of the scene which seats only 125 people and has become ing passion. Her friend, the young bride, is Republican party. "There aren't any oh It always seems impossible but, as in a ticket scalper's delight. There is talk of told of the affair and behaves accordingly there worth anything." New York, many of the old hits seem to hang transferring it to a Broadway house and, if (including very delicately, but decisively, Heston and Thrasher are wrong. The on and are, in fact, doing great business. Cats, they do, it is certainly a production you might cutting each piece of her husband's ward- blunderbuss approach does not work. Vot- Les Miz, Phantom, Starlight Express, Smokey be interested in seeing. If and when it does robe into tiny little pieces). And finally, the ers need to be informed and need to be se- Joe's Cafe, Blood Brothers, Annie, Grease, successfully make the crossing, don't forget handyman's delight in cross-dressing is un- lective. and Buddy Holly continue to make tuneful — you heard about it here first! covered. The landlady and upstairs husband magic for their current audiences. Chicago, (Bob Slayton is the Conservation A swift look at one of the productions let their animal-like passions run rampant now featuring Joel Grey, is booking until the I was able to see Alan Ayckbourn's comedy, and then cross swords in one of the deadli- Chair of the Sanibel-Captiva Audubon spring of 1999, and a new revival of West Society.) est stage fights you'll ever see. There you have it... Veddy, veddy British. The cast is superb—Belinda Lang as Barbara, the landlady; Caroline Harker as Nikki and Mark Lingwood as Hafnish, the young upstairs couple; and Adrian Mc- Loughlin as the handy-dandy — all play with great style. The skillful ensemble playing and the company's absolute facility and ease with word and action are two of the greatest joys in watching this kind of comedy played by English actors. It's almost as if this bril- liance of style is somehow an inherited Brit- ish trait — in other words, it's built in. Next week: a look at Closer, the award-winning London hit; Art, the inter- national hit currently playing London and Main in New York, and Diana Rigg in a monu- mental production o/Phedra. Bonus attrac- tion —Frank Wagner's initiation into the art form enjoyed by Britain's elite called High Tea. getting Martell, from page 15 Oct. 27, at the Sanibel Community House, sponsored by our sister paper, the Island Ckef Angel. Reporter. As the only incumbent candidate, Salt and pepper juggling. Erupting onion volcanoes. Flying raw Wally Kain has an interesting role — he can take credit for the Council's accom- eggs. Tender fflet. Crisp snow peas. Melt in your mouth scallops. plishments, but has to take the brunt of These feats and more performed nightly by the uncompromising what people don't like about the estab- lished order. In this day and age, there teppanyaki-style Japanese Chef Angel. Like Noopie always says, tends to be skepticism about those in gov-. "A wise man can find his way to the table of an angel." ernment. Skepticism is a healthy part of democracy. Distrust and general condem- nation is not, particularly on Sanibel, which'despite all the bizarre conspiracy theories I've heard over the years, is still a Japanese Seafood & Steakkouse very tame, polite, gentle place compared to the rest of the world. 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Letters, from Page 15 excellent leadership and people skills to volvement with island organizations includ- handle those duties? And to be re-elected ing membership on the City's Planning every year! Commission. She will make a fresh and Since arriving on Sanibel, Steve has welcome addition to City Council *S current thrown himself into volunteer community all-male lineup. service serving on countless boards and So, be sure to meet her and talk with Committees here on Sanibel. I was privi- her at one of the various open meetings, or leged to serve on the Five Year Budget Com- at one of the "coffees," including the one OUR TOWN NEEDS mittee for the City of Sanibel with Steve hosted by the Brew Public at 9:30 a.m. on this past spring and came away with tre- Monday, Oct. 26. Or call her at home. I think STEVE BROWN! mendous admiration for him. He always did you will be glad you did. his homework and was prepared on each Bob and Ellen Steele issue. He was always a good listener. He Sanibel For City Council was always a total team player. Steve made Idle speed zone is the commitment to serve and then followed through the process, so many of his sug- worthwhile Your're Invited to Our gestions were incorporated by our Budget To the Editor: Committee and became a recommendation (The following letter was written to East End Neighborhood Social to Council. These suggestions were, with- Islander columnist Capt. Mike Fuery). out exception, fair-minded and based on his In the Oct. 25th issue of the Islander love for this island. you were lamenting the posting of additional Meet, Greet and Eat with Steve on I am so very proud to be able to sup- idle speed markers in the bay waters. Con- port Steve Brown for Sanibel City Council. sidering that much of that area serves as an Thursday, Get 29th from 5-7 am at the: Won't you help him serve us by offering estuary, it seems action taken to reduce your support at the polls on Nov. 3? negative impacts on marine life are a ser- Bob Wigley vice to all users of island waters. One might Sanibel even suggest that guides would want to take LIGHTHOUSE CAFE especially good care of the waters that pro- Get to know vide their livelihood. Nola Theiss Additionally, there's a kind of "cour- Hosts: To the Editor: tesy factor" involved when boaters feel the I hope every island resident will take need to get to the highest speed within hail- • Mike Billheinter advantage of the various opportunities to ing distance of residential docks and sea- meet and talk with Nola Theiss between walls, churning the water with disregard for manatees, docked boats and fishermen. now and election day. • Carlene & You will find that she is exactly the- I don't think this whole controversy type of person you want to,represftnk.y,QUr .,is a boater/non-boater issue, or some subtle indictment of fishing guides. I do think it's • Temrir BreitHefi on City Council. Chances are you will find a modest effort to remind people that we that she wants for Sanibel the very same should not only be considerate of each other things you want. but that we're all just borrowers of this beau- • Dee Serage & She is an intelligent, sensible, articu- tiful place and have a responsibility for its late and totally honest person who is be- preservation. holden to no one. She has strong qualifica- James H. Blough, • Lucas Century, ' «** tions for the job, including business experi- Cincinnati, Ohio ence, teaching experience and much in- 18 « Friday, October 23, 1998 • Islander Audi A6. Wagon • FOR SALE • $1,999 under invoice SANDDOLLAR CONDOMINIUM Gulf Front three bedroom, two bath, Come see the new models arriving pool and tennis, wonderful condition j and excellent rental income. Offered completely furnished and with white tile daily at your SW FL Audi Dealer. and new carpeting. You'll love the Sanddollar. $647,500. A Must See! POOL HOME Location Very Near Beach off West Gulf Drive - Charming Sanibel Home with three bedrooms and Florida room. New Pool and beautifully furnished and equipped - ready to live in and perfect vacation rental property only $289,900. LIGHTHOUSE POINT Near beach and bay, full three bedroom, two bath with swimming pooi and ten- nis, covered parking and storage. NEW Berber carpeting and NEW vinyl in en- try and kitchen -NEW air conditioner too! Excellent condition and only $272,500. Ask for Craig Keating, your Audi specialist. Don't miss this great opportunity! PURR-FECT VIEWS Sundial Beach & Tennis Resort- Fur- nished, one bedroom, "Garden Suite, very well furnished. Priced to $220,000. Sundial offers all resort amenities, even golf privileges. Call for details. 435-3200 CALL ,/lPriscilla Murphy MARSHA •J Realty, Inc. 601 Airport Road CLIFFORD (941) 472-1511 • 1-800-233-8829 Broker, Associate (941) 472-2902 (eves) 23 Year Island Resident with S. Naples PMR Since 1978 Sanibel, FL 33957

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The new season offers a great variety of cellent and the equipment is first class. After that show, the theater became ' entertainment—enough to more than sat- The opening production of last sea- the domain of J.T. Smith and his Encore son was Bill Taylor's Theatre Conspiracy Productions. It seems a perfect home for isfy the widely diversified tastes of resi- production of Edward Albee's Three Tall WitfiaStihgiivmy Heart dents and visitors alike). (Continued, page 20) 20 • Friday. Oct. 23, 1998 • ISLANDER Arts & Entertainment Concerts, from 19 J.T.'s small, intimate revues. A wonder- nected scenes. Each short segment is much but apparently gets little or no help from Previews fully warm and friendly atmosphere made like a revue sketch but, unlike a revue, each someone on a Hotline. It was a tour-de- The 1998-99 season offers four performances seem like,a big party. short piece carried the story forward. The force acting assignment, emotionally and highly interesting and challenging plays. Most of the revues are J.T. originals main focus of the plot was the danger of physically and, as usual, Lisa Marie gave All of the performances will be given at that had been first presented at the Old excesses and how excesses can get to a it her all. the Foulds Theatre and showtimes will be Schoolhouse Theater. As usual the genial point where they are difficult to control or The last play of the season was Petia 8 p.m. Thursday through Saturday with 2 maestro with the kooky sense of humor can get rid of. An exceptionally perceptive por- — the winner of the Theatre Conspiracy's p.m. Sunday matinees. quickly rewrite and reshape existing num- trayal of the alcoholic sister, Maggie, was first playwriting contest — presented in • November 27 to December 13 —- bers to suit new members who join the given by Stephnie Davis. conjunction with New Arts Festival. The A Tuna Christmas by Jaston Williams and company. The four revues were With A Certainly one of the outstanding per- world premiere of Ray Hamby 's Petia, an Joe Sears — Two actors will play all 22 Song in My Heart/ The Richard Rodgers formances of the season was given by Bill incisive look at Tchaikovsky's life, took men, women and children in this hilarious Songbook, Ho! Ho! Ho! the Christmas Taylor in Jay Presson place on the stage of the sequel to Greater Tuna. The time: Christ- Show, Applause! Applause! and To Have Allen's Tru. To help give a Foulds and quite an occa- mas season in the third smallest town in and to Hold. more authentic look as sion it was. Much work was Texas (Tuna). Truman Capote, Taylor as- done on the script by direc- • January 14 to 31 — The Heidi Preview: sumed heavy make-up, tor Taylor but the author Chronicles by Wendy Wasserstein—This To date no announcements have been buthis performance was so was unflagging in his de- play took a Pulitzer , a Tony , The New . made as to what productions will be play- good you wondered if he mand that the ending not be York Drama Critic's Circle Award and oth- ing in the Off Broadway Palm Theatre, really needed it. Under the changed. Each day Taylor ers. It follows the life of Heidi Holland as when decisions are made the Islander will direction of Robert Cacio- made another move toward she comes of age and tries to find her place be the first to let you know. ppo, Taylor's Truman flit- making the changes that in a rapidly changing world. Review — The Foulds: ted, spewed forth acid com- were needed. He got a little • February 18 to March 7 — Paula ments in his best lispy closer but the author's "No, Vogel's 1998 Pulitzer Prize winner. How I Bill Taylor's Theatre Conspiracy, the more, no more" was the fi- resident company of the Claibourne & Southern accent, and liter- Learned to Drive. A troubled relationship ally became the incredibly nal say and the ending still somehow turns out to be funny and devas- Ned Foulds Theatre at the Lee County remained unsatisfactory. Alliance of the Arts, offered a highly var- talented writer. tating at the same time. ied and hard-hitting series of plays. Peter Death Defying Acts Bill Taylor The three outstand- • April 15 to May 2 — Brian Fuel's Shaffer's Equus received a stylized pro- by David Mamet, Elaine ing performances were Molly Sweeney is an eloquent and warm duction that was novel and unusual. Good May and Woody Allen hurled onto to an given by Jennie Hollander as Madame Von telling of the-histories of each character and performances were given by Mitch Haley unsuspecting audience one of the the Meek, Tchaikovsky's sponsor who was lib- how they ifnet. "' as Dr. Martin Dysart and Jay Babcock as classiest actresses of this or any other sea- eral with her commissions; Greg Benedict Single tickets for all performances the patierit, Alan Strang. son. Her name is Jennie Hollander, and she as Vladimir, Tchaikovsky's nephew, with are $14, or a season subscription package Taylor's presentation of Keith is no less than sensational. Some of the best a free-wheeling swagger and an outgoing ..can be purchased for $41. Group rates for Reddin's Brutality of Fact once again two person scenes in Woody Allen's hys- display of affection for his uncle and parties of ten or more are also available. proves that you can always count on see- terically funny Central Park West, were Modeste, Tchaikovsky's brother. John Hen- For further information and reservations, ing something that's unusual, just a bit off- played by Hollander and Leanne Braman. played the interrogator Nicholai Yakobi call 936-3239. center, mentally challenging, and almost Elaine May's Hotline gave Lisa with a professional ease that was always a always adventuresome and invigorating. Marie the opportunity to portray a lady of pleasure to watch. The play is in two acts with 15 inter-con- the evening who is contemplating suicide

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The comics: Beatrice Lillie in later years (Par! / described this delightful clown's rise to stardom and a few of her big hits. In Part II we'll look at the later years of her career). Androcies The Lion The Captain Lavinia I was called to Washington, D.C. to look at the The 1998-99 season of professional theater at the filled with wit and wisdom, with meaning for everyone ZiegfeldFollies with Beatrice Lillie and Billy de Wolfe Pirate Playhouse roars to life with the opening of who sees it." and decide whether to take over the staging originally Androcies and the Lion on Thursday, Nov. 5. A Roman In Shaw's signature mix of paradox and comedy, done by Dick and Edith Barstow. As I watched the arena sets the stage for George Bernard Shaw's light- Androcies scores time-tested points about politics, power performance I realized that this would be the perfect hearted and witty adaptation of this favorite Aesop's fable. and sufferingfor one's beliefs. "Shaw"believed thata play (and perhaps only) opportunity for me to get to know Starring a mild-mannered animal lover (who might about ideas was not incompatible with enjoyable enter- and work with this incredible lady. Naturally my deci- well have been a volunteer at CROW in another life), the tainment," Kalfin continued. "Our motto for this produc- sion was "Yes!" and I was introduced to the company play revolves around an incident in which Androcies re- tion could well be, "Have fun... and think!" after the show. I started rehearsals the next day. (For- moves a painful thorn from a lion's paw, then is faced Androcies is Kalfin's debut at the helm of the Play- tunately, they had warned me that I should be prepared with the same lion in the far less-favorable circumstances house. He has assembled a cast of professional actors — to stay and start work the next day.) of the Colosseum in Rome. You can guess what happens... predominantly from Florida with several from New York, Ms, Lillie was a bit distant at the beginning of "But that doesn't matter," according to Producing many of whom he has worked with before — as well as Artistic Director Robert Kalfin. "This is a marvelous play, numerous locals among the extras. Androcies provides __ (Continued, page 22) (Continued, page 26)

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Spotlight on the Chefs of the Islands Dean Bacon of Morgan's Forest likes to experiment By FRANK WAGNER snapper, wrapped in romaifte lettuce and boiled egg, Mandarin orange slices and a Islander staff writer grilled with sauteed mushrooms, as hav- delicious sweet, honey vinegrette dressing (This series concentrates on restau- ing the look and taste of Brazilian cuisine. that is one of our house dressings. The rants of the islands and their chefs and You'll find the decor and ambience entree would be Matambre (Argentine gives readers an opportunity to become of Morgan's Forest exciting, different and rolande) — USDA choice tenderloin stud- better acquainted with each of them. The a young diner's delight. But it is also a ded with shrimp, roasted red peppers, questions posed may be the same ones you unique dining experience for adults who cheese and scallions. It is baked to perfec- might have considered asking, but never maintain youth's spirit of adventure. You'll tion and served atop a pool of mushroom got around to.) hear sudden claps of thunder, see the light- bordelaise. The vegetable would be a light Chef of the week: Dean Bacon, Ex- ning, then the rain and suddenly the ground mixture of those native vegetables that are ecutive Chef at Morgan's Forest, 1231 fog takes over. There are mechanical birds in season. Middle Gulf Drive (472-4100). Breakfast: that move, sing, and chirp and nature's And I hope you've saved enough 7 to 11 a.m. Monday through Saturday, 7 rainforest environment reigns supreme. room for a piece of our Rainforest Pie for to noon on Sunday. Dinner: 7 days a week "We try to have a wide variety of dessert. It has coffee ice cream, peanut from 5 to 10 p.m. seafood, poultry, pastas, beef and other butter, chocolate pie crust, topped with Breakfast specialities $2.95 to $8.95; mixed platters," said Bacon. "The only chocolate sauce, toasted almonds and eggs and omelettes $4.95; griddle,items meat we don't serve is veal. We find that whipped cream. $3.95 to $4.95. Dinner: appetizers $4.25 many of our diners object to the treatment Question: What dish do you most to $6.95; soups and salads $3.95 to $7.95; given young calves to obtain this type of enjoy preparing? fresh florida seafood $16.95 to $18.95 with meat." According to Bacon, many of his Answer: I like to experiment with certain dishes market price; poultry $13.95 diners have requests for specific foods different items. My greatest enjoyment to $15.95; pasta/seafood combinations fixed a particular way. He always tries to comes from the preparation of dinner spe- $14.95 to $16.95; beef $17.85 to $22.95; accommodate them. cials, at least two a day, where I have that Chef Dean Bacon desserts $2.95 to $4.95. Full bar service is Question: What do you think would opportunity to try different ingredients and available. be the perfect meal: appetizer, entree, salad ways of preparation. Answer: Without a doubt my most and dessert? Question: What dish do you find the used kitchen appliance is the Cuisinart food Chef Bacon is an enthusiastic young processor. The most valuable gadgets are cooking artist, always experimenting with Answer: For an appetizer I would most difficult to prepare? choose flautas de prosciutto. It is aspara- Answer: The Brazilian snapper is my hand whisk and a set of knives that are new items to add to the menu. Bacon feels sharpened almost daily. My favorite pan strongly that, whenever possible, the style, gus and fontina cheese rolled in thinly the most difficult and time consuming to sliced prosciutto ham, grilled and topped prepare because there are so many steps is an 18-inch saute pan. taste and presentation of the food being Question: Do you have a special served should be compatible with the with Hollandaise. The salad would be involved in making it and there are three ensalada de spinach—fresh spinach tossed cooking procedures involved. spice or condiment that you like to use? restaurant's unusual rainforest decor. For Answer: I really love the flavor of example, he described an entr6e of red with red onion, pine nuts, bacon, hard- Question: What is your favorite kitchen appliance? gadget? pot or pan? (Continued, page 26)

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Androcles and the Lion, from page 21 the first opportunity for many of the artists to work at the Pirate Playhouse. Set, light- ing, sound and costume designers from around the country have contributed their tech- ALL NEW nical talents and skills to the production. NOW In the starring role of Androcles is Eric Kuttner, a member of both Actors' Equity MENU and the Screen Actors' Guild who has performed at Lincoln Center, The Vortex, The Jewish Theatre of New York and Centerstage. He worked with Kalfin in New York on OPEN The Maiden ofLudmir and Like Two Eagles. Jan Keune, a graduate of the American > Academy of Dramatic Arts and recipient of two theater internships from FGCU, plays ^ opposite Kuttner as Androcles' overbearing and unforgiving shrew of a wife, Magaera. FOR None other than The Bike Route's Steve Smith plays the Lion. Smith returns to R^^w> the stage after an eight-year hiatus and also plays the Emperor's favorite gladiator, I Secutor. In the second production of the season, Treasure Island, Kalfin has cast him as DINNER h. /Located one a swash-buckling pirate. ' block west of Other professionals in the cast include Obie Award-winning Robert Bonnard as the Emperor Caesar, a god in his own time who is addicted to spectacles and much Donax and Gulf smitten with his own image; Charles Turner as Ferrovius, who is constantly battling to "turn the other cheek;" Robert Schelhammer as Spintho, a coward in search of an easy way to martyrdom; and Steve Wise as The Centurion, a tough soldier whose job it is to Early Monday deliver Christians to the Colosseum. Rounding out the cast are Brent Smith, Lou Talley, and the familiar faces of well- Seating Night known local actors Vince.Kelly, Jason B. O'Neill, Steven W. Smith and Rob Shineyoung. In addition, an ensemble of both men and women appear as Christians, soldiers, ser- Incentives Football vants, oxen, attendants, gladiators, slaves, guards and beggars — Denice Beggs, Nat Gerhart, Kara Mangum, Jeremy Murdock, Maureen Smith and John Thomas. $ The technical director is Adam Zonder and Stage Manager is Cindi Raebel, both 2.00 Off Party of whom will be at the Playhouse for the entire season, Raebel's fifth on the job. The set designer is Richard Dennis; lighting designer, Thomas Salzman; sound designer, Mar- " woo garet Pine; and the resident costume designer for The Coconut Grove Playhouse (where Entree Kalfin has often worked) Ellis Tillman. ^ 2 Par\/Fe\A/ Androcles and the Lion runs through Saturday, Dec. 18. In addition to perfor- mances for the public, the Pirate Playhouse will present 15 morning performances free, Seating )f Drive of charge for Lee County high school students. Single tickets for evening and matinee shows are $25; subscribers to the 1998-99 Before 6pm 1$ 4-72-4394- season save up to 20 percent. For more information, call the box office at 472-0006. Please note: Two extras are still needed to round out the cast. "We need tow more ONE OF SANIBEL'S "ISLAND LOOKING RESTAURANTS" men to play roles as gladiators, Christians and slaves," Kalfin says, "no lines to learn, great costumes and $50 per week!" Extras must be available through Dec. 18, including Monday-Friday mornings, Nov. 30-Dec. 18, for free student performances. Interested • Best Wine List 1998 Taste of the Islands Award © actors should call Jan Keune at the theater, 472-4109, to arrange an audition.

Chef Spotlight, from p. 25 fresh herbs, meaning thyme and rosemary,'and I avoid the use of dried Spices as much as possible. I do use a lot of ginger and granulated garlic. Question: If you could choose three people you'd most like to prepare a meal for, who would they be and what would you serve them? Answer: That would definitely be my family and friends. I really enjoy cooking for them.: I have gone to my relative's home on a holiday and spent most of the day in FUME 8TBAKS • CHOPS • SEAFOOD the kitchen preparing wonderful food for them to enjoy. Question: How important is food presentation to you as a chef? Answer: Presentation is the key to everything. If you take a plate to the table that doesn't look presentable, the customer is not going to fully enjoy the taste. It is always true, "If it looks good, it will taste good." The Sanibel Steakhouse "extends a Question: What would be your advice to any young person who wants to become rare night of elegant indulgence." a chef. . JEMItE Answer: It's a long tedious job and a lot of demanding hours, but the gratification Ft. Myers News-Press you get from presenting dishes make it worthwhile. You also get to attend many special events. One good example is the Gourmet Chef's Auction where every chef presents the best items on his or her menu. You also get the opportunity to mingle with many Take a bite different and talented chefs, talk shop, and swap recipes. It is very important that you set yourself the personal task of learning something new about food preparation every out of prime day. . Serving dinner 5 - 10p.m. nightly Reservations suggested Serving exclusively USDA Prime Grade Beef. Also serving native fish, shrimp, lobster & chicken dishes. Oct. 17, 1998 1473 Periwinkle Way Next week: $12 million Sanibel Island 472-5700 pjvMy spuvjsj dip fo 8661 mi ISLANDER ' Friday, Oct. 23, 1998-27 Leisure

Word Watching The Paranormal Faraone Detectiwe Hilary HEMINGWAY

Politics as Usual I The Case of... Stonehenge, the Rock Concert

ith history-making events now occurring in our capital, and the "It's nothing but an old clock," the tour guide said. "Sure," I whispered to my media reacting to these events with feverish pitch, and with Elec husband. "Every Druid had one." Wtion Day just around the corner, and political campaign slogans It's been 10 years since I stared out over the wind-swept Salisbury Plain and whirling about us, it seems appropriate to talk about the word "politics." And marveled at the beautiful blue-tinted megalithic stones. Ten years — to question the what a kaleidoscopic word it is, indeed! With every turn of the word, it acquires true purpose to Stonehenge. another meaning. Guess I wasn't alone, because a new theory about Stonehenge has just been Politics, to put it simply, is a complex term and yet as complex as it is,it's announced. But let me be the first to say, the beauty of all good mysteries is that they a Word that's often used and that has become part of our daily lives. It may have the ability to stay a mystery. Taking this to heart, here is what a team of Wiltshire surprise you to find out how many "facets" of meaning the word has. scientists have concluded: this location served as one of the world's greatest concert Let me list for you some of them with my own commentaries appended. stages. Taking precise measurements of each stone — size, weight, density — and (1) If I take a college course in Philosophy, or History, or Political Science, •then correcting for 5,000 years of natural corrosion, carefully inputting the informa- or open my dictionary, I'll probably run across the definition of politics as "the art tion into the latest computer software, "Eureka!" They have discovered the design or science of government or governing." To this definition, some scholars and has wonderful acoustic qualities. idealists ma/ have added the qualifier "by virtuous men." $0, Who. are we to question this pre-history Woodstock? The meaning expressed here was current as far back as Plato and Aristotle No doubt the nearby burial mounds added a little extra woofer power. and is probably listed in your dictionary as its first definition because of its ven- Picture 5,000 years ago — the place is packed. Thousands stand in the fields erable past. Unfortunately, the meaning has very little currency for most people, flicking their flints and swaying to the beat of drums and flutes. Behold, the power today, when talking about "politics" and may be because we've abandoned the of music. lofty vision of being governed by virtuous men or women. Maybe, maybe not. (2) If I tell you that my father and I differ in our politics, you know I mean Before we buy into this theory, I would like to point out the trouble it took to we differ in "political attitudes and positions." build Stonehenge. This meaning continues to gain in popularity, today, especially on talk shows, Archeologists agree the structure was raised sometime between 3500 and 1000 and in the recent non-books published on popular culture. Consider the follow- B.C. The distinctive silhouette of 30 tall stones, so-called doorways, form the outer ing: "the politics of the conservative mind," "the politics of John Doe," "the bridged circle. They stand 16 feet tall and are capped with stones that weigh 12 tons. politics of the feminist movement," "the politics of abortion," "the politics of Inside are even taller stones that form the strange horseshoe shape/These stand 30 AIDS," "black politics," "gay politics," etc. It's a convenient word to use to feet in height and are placed in pairs with such precision that the bridge stones be- express any point of view and, at the same time, lends an air of authority to the tween them lock into place without any kind of mortar. Imagine — 50-ton Lincoln persons presenting the points of view. The meaning of the word, sometimes, has Logs. This is where Stonehenge gets its name, what the Old English calling the been extended to include actions people take to express these points of view in a "hanging stones," political setting. How can you write about "the politics of abortion," for example, The engineering feat of placing these rocks upright is truly one at which to without including "sit-ins," "picketing," or "prayer?" marvel. Some of the larger stones weigh in the neighborhood, of 50 tons. Now, take (3) If I tell you that my friend, after having studied law, decided to go into into consideration that the field's bluestones have been traced to a Welsh quarry politics, you know I mean that her career decision was to enter "the political life." about 130 miles northwest of the Salisbury Plain. Given the age of the structure and The word "politics" in this sense is a career.choice, without negative con- the lack of wheeled vehicles in Britain at the time of construction ... this is one good notations, as one would go into medicine, teaching, law, etc. Some political ob- mystery! . servers have noted that you can't go "into" politics (the career) without eventu- Folklore has invested the stones with mystic powers; they move of their own ally "coming out" corrupted by politics (the practice or system). accord, whisper strange tales, impregnate the barren, heal the sick and hex the sicked. (4) If I tell you that the politics on Wall Street can be brutal, you know I Go Merlin! mean that "the often internally conflicting interrelationships among people" can Contemporary beliefs, however, are just as wild. In 1973, Alexander Thorn, a be hell. retired professor from Oxford University, put forth the theory that the stones were an This term is widely used for the give-and-take, some call it warfare, that alignment between individual megaliths and the cycles of the sun, moon and stars. occurs in the corporate world, academia, government agencies, the military, or That many stones could be lined up like the front and rear sights of a rifle to make any large or small organization where people interact in a working environment - astronomical observations. Stonehenge was the lead sight where one could take bear- an environment often characterized as "the jungle." It's referred to as "office ing on six different sights. politics," or "dog-eat-dog politics," and is very often associated with cutthroat, Yeah, this is the guy who gave us the clock theory, and he faced huge opposi- unethical practices. In my mind it's very much akin to definition (7) below, be- tion. See, it was widely believed that 5,000 years ago the barbarian Britons did not cause much of the conflicting interrelationships caused are related to matters of have a working .knowledge of geometry or astronomy.. They were simple farmers power and control and inevitably self-interest.. and the stones were nothing more than male and female symbols for fertility rituals. (5) If I tell you the politics of running City Hall requires skill, you know I But, with time, the clock theory gained acceptance. People began studying the mean that "the methods or tactics involved in managing government" require stones with more advanced technologies. Geiger counters picked up natural radia- experience and expertise. tion from deep uranium deposits. Magnetometers showed the area held significant geomagnetism from the earth's magnetic field. This might account for at least one of the folk beliefs that the area was associated with healing. Modern hospitals corn- (Continued, page 28) (continued, page 28) tin 28 • Friday, Oct. 23, 1998 • ISLANDER Leisure

The Writing Life Paranormal Detective, from page 27 monly use electromagnetism to speed up the healing process of bone fractures. "It's nothing but a music hall," I say, thinking of our poor tour guide. And think- Bill HALLSTEAD ing ef the music we all hear when we're hit with a reallygood mystery —as Stonehenge remains. Here's to new theories. May they be added to the many extraordinary ones al- ready out there. One day we may learn the truth. Word Watching, from page 2 7 The meaning as used here is simply an administrative or supervisory term, noth- ing more. However, the politics (i.e., administration) of running any organization can be fouled up, and very often is, by office politics, self-interest, and struggles over con- trol. A license to writs? (6) If I tell you, to be effective in their roles, newly elected representatives in In its zeal to regulate and collect fees, government can be remarkably intrusive. Congress must first learn the politics of Congress, then I mean they learn specifically In Los Angeles — recently named by one publication the "most laid-back city in the how Congress works, i.e., "the activities or affairs engaged in governing" that legisla- U.S." — city fathers have passed an ordinance that has infuriated writers nationwide. It tive body. requires all persons who operate home businesses to buy a $25 city license, pay a city The meaning here is close to, though not exactly the same as, definition #5 above. tax on gross (not net) receipts, and allow home inspections by the city. The ordinance How Congress is run deals with such doings as how bills are drafted and eventually also restricts business-related deliveries, including mail, to no more than three per day. passed, how committees are formed and work, and thousands of other considerations. The legislation includes writers and artists who work at home. The regional vice- In fact, one can write to Congress and get a rather extensive pamphlet on the duties and president of Mystery Writers of America has termed it "so nonsensical I can't imagine activities required of a Congressman. that it will withstand the legal challenges... If they start taxing writers for writing, can The politics of "how Congress really runs," however, is something not found in a singers and actors be far behind? I know a singer/songwriter who hums tunes in his car, government document. The meaning here is represented in such expressions as "wheeling in his shower. I say tax his shower and his Honda, too." Beyond humorous sniping, the and dealing," "I'll scratch your back, if you'll scratch mine." "pork barreling," "bring- City of Los Angeles is already being sued by two Southern California writers' organi- ing home the bacon," "sleeping with strange bedfellows," and "boondoggling," to men- zations and the national Writers Guild. tion a few. The LA home business permit-and-tax ordinance isn't a novel idea. In fact, the (7) If you intend to run for a political office and I tell you that "smart politics" is urge to license creativity gripped Sanibel's solons shortly after the city's 1974 incorpo- the only thing that will get you the candidacy and eventually elected and keep you in ration. Under a proposed ordinance, home businesses were to obtain occupational li- office, then I mean you have to be effective in "the intrigue or maneuvering needed to censes. The ensuing uproar blew that idea into the dead file. gain control or power within a political body." But, apparently infringing on First Amendment rights is not a big Southern Cali- The meaning here is clearly Machiavellian in intent. What is implied is that to fornia concern. Long Beach, Pasadena and Santa Monica already have similar ordi- gain control or power is to use "anything that works" which means unethical practices, nances —^ though they haven't as yet enforced them. as well; what is expected is to be guided by self-interest, nothing more. Other terms The L.A. law was to go into effect in September, 1997, but it's on hold "pending a that have been used that carry similar meanings are "power politics," "party politics," report on its economic impact," reports the newsletter of the Mystery Writers of America. "partisan politics," and "practical •politics;" Is this"the^^rneanirlgrriostpeople have for Given the average income of the nation's freelance writers, the cost of producing and regu- the word "politics?" Sad to say but probably so. lating permits and enforcing writers' compliance could well exceed the government's take. There are no definitive studies that I know of that have investigated this question. However,'there is evidence in the history of words associated with "politics" that re- flects an underlining cynicism and downright condemnation of the political life - a life that is seen as dirty, unethical, corrupt, self-serving and without conscience. t What words am I referring to? I've collected a number of them for your perusal The Best of Captiva! from various sources. Consider the following as just a sample — a tip of the iceberg that eventually may sink that remarkable, titanic document we call The Constitution: — Dirty politics, two-bit politician, political animal, bunk. Watergate, making political mileage, smear campaign, cover your ass, character assassination, self-serv- ing, ballot-box stuffing, mudslinging, credibility gap, cronyism, damage control, hardballing, weasel words, political low-life, gobbledygook, dirty tricks, partisan poli- tics, making political capital, McCarthyism, pork barreling, boondoggles, yahoo, po- litically savvy, White Watergate, bringing home the bacon, tinhorn politician, nepo- tism, do-nothing Congress, self-interest, Imperial Presidency, laundering, pranks, po- Breakfast7:30-11 a.m. •Dinner5:30-10:00p.m. litical warfare, and power politics. Closed Tuesday Will it be "Politics as usual!" when you get back to your job, tomorrow? Will it be "Politics as usual!" after we cast our ballots on Election Day? GOLDEN SPOON AWARD"1993-1098 Who can say? Note: The definitions used were obtained from The American Heritage Dictio- nary Third Edition, Houghton Mifflin, Boston . New York, 1996. 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Smith's Encore Productions will present the "Over 2,000 performances played to Myers'A Gallery Syzygy since the gallery Florida premiere of Lucky Stiff, from the creators of 650,000 customers. Thank you, thank you, opened a year ago. His works include metal theBroadway hit Ragtime, Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens. Based on The Man Who Broke the Bank at Monte thank you!" furniture, hand-painted rugs, and the whim- In 1949 Jerome Robbins came up Carlo, the new musical will play from Oct. 29 through sical hanging sculptures seen in this exhibit. Nov. 28. with the idea of a modern musical version His mother is a Cape Coral resident. This musical farce — a murder mystery no less — of Romeo and Juliet and asked composer sends Harry Witherspoon, who is a mild-mannered En- Leonard Bernstein and playwright Arthur Captiva Civic glish shoe salesman, into a looney-tunes mix of a mur- Laurents to work on the project. Eight years Association seeks dered Atlantic City croupier, his severely near-sighted (and later, he signed on the 27-year-old new- jilted) mistress, her henpecked optometrist brother, and artists several hundred (off-stage) dogs. comer, Stephen Sondheim, to write lyrics, The story line is that Witherspoon stands to inherit J.T. Smith and West Side Story was born. It was a star- New Faces, which is planned to be an annual event, will be the season's first $6 million if he can successfully vacation with his uncle tling work when it opened in 1957, not only in Monte Carlo for a week. Just one problem: the uncle is the late-departed croupier. If because of its theme (the clashes between art exhibit at the Captiva Civic Association. Witherspoon doesn't pull off the dream vacation, all that lovely money goes to the two street gangs), but for its extensive use Artists who have not exhibited before but Universal Dog Home of Brooklyn. And Harry hates dogs! of dance within the framework of a musi- are interested in being included in next A cast of ten whirls through this lunatic plot with fine-tooled precision as Harry and his nemesis, Annabel Glick — the Universal Dog Home representative who never cal. The show was heralded as "electrify- year's New Faces should contact Rose Finney at the Association — 472-2111. lets him out of her sight — experience Monte Carlo as only two bickering soon-to-be ing" and, 41 years later, it is still one of the lovers can. Five island favorites — Victor Legarreta, Jackie Jasperson, Erick Smies, most moving of American theatrical produc- This year's exhibit features eight lo- Jeff March, Monica Heuser, (plus JT himself) — are featured in the tuneful production, tions. cal artists and will open on Sunday, Nov. along with five new faces. 15 with a free, open-to-the-public reception In addition to new faces, there are new, comfortable seats at the Old Schoolhouse During the run of West Side Story, the from noon until 1:30 p.m. Viewing days are Theatre — no more hard, folding fanny-crushers! The new seats were subsidized by Broadway Palm Art Gallery is featuring an Tuesday and Thursday from 10 a.m. to noon generous donations to the Save Our Schoolhouse Capital Campaign and The Old School- art exhibit by 10 local members of the Na- house Theater Foundation. One fund-raising gimmick was The new Seat Campaign in until Dec. 3. The Civic Association is lo- tional League of Pen Women, Inc. and Pe- which patrons could buy a seat for $1,000 and have their names engraved on the back. cated at 11550 Chapin Lane on Captiva. ter Ladd of Durango, Colorado. (Don't miss The seats sold out in one week! There will also now be reserved seating. No more lining up at 7:30 to grab your Janis Balabon's exquisite portrait of one of • (Continued, page 30) favorite seat, no more standing around waiting for the show to start. Lucky Stiff plays at her young friends!) 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday with a sunset show at 4 Saturday afternoon. Tickets are $23; MasterCard and Visa are accepted. TARWINKLE Q

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Call (800) 597-1900 for Coral, on the faculty of Edison Community exhibits in Cape Coral way, and gallery hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. reservations. The Phil is located at 5833 College and serves as Director of Music at Cape Coral Arts Studio has scheduled The Cultural Park Theatre in Cape Pelican Bay Boulevard. the host church. During her career she per- two workshops for Saturday, Nov. 7, with Coral will be featuring the work of Eva Tickets on sale formed over 35 operatic roles around the popular local artists/instructors. Marie Brodheim-Egbuna of Germany from world in well over 460 performances. She Fran Gillette will be conducting a Nov. 2 through Dec. 18. A resident of Ni- for Messiah has been featured soloist with several orches- step-by-step watercolor session entitled geria for 15 years, the artist's paintings and Tickets for the Gulf Coast Symphony tras, and she continues to give concerts in Florida House in which students will learn drawing capture the essence of West Afri- Orchestra's A Mozart Messiah are currently Europe and throughout the United States. the techniques used to develop a painting can village life. The mixed media works, on sale at the Barbara B. Mann Hall box Renfroe made his Lincoln Center de- that includes an Olde Florida-style street along with artifacts she has collected, cre- office. The performance, at 7 p.m. on Dec. but in Schumann's Paradise and Peri and his scene with foliage and shadows. Impres- ate an exhibit rich in cultural expression. 20, is the third annual presentation by the Carnegie Hall debut in Orff 's Carmina sionist William North's workshop, Paint- A reception for the artist will be held Symphony Orchestra and Chorus of Burana. He has sung under the batons of ing the Impressionist Way, is designed for on Friday, Nov. 13 from 6:30-8 p.m. The Handel's masterpiece, the Messiah, in the Bernstein, Stokowski and Maazel, and ap- the intermediate to advanced student and theatre is located at 528 Cultural Park Bou- 1789 orchesjration created by Wolfgang peared with the Washington and Boston Op- covers composition, value, color perception, levard, and gallery hours are Monday Amadeus Mozart. Four world class soloists eras and has toured the U.S. under Columbia and color vibration, among other topics. The through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. will join the orchestra — soprano Kishna Artist Management. He has also appeared in philosophies and principles of Impression- Brodheim-Egbuna will also present a Davis, mezzo-soprano Jodi Kidwell, tenor several movies and has an extensive theatre ism, with reference to the masters from workshop, West African-Fabric Collage, at the Richard Crawley and baritone Robert Perry. background. Renfroe was the featured soloist Velaquez to Monet, will be emphasized. Arts Studio on Saturday, Nov. 21, from 9 a.m. This performance is a real family and com- at St. Hilary's Episcopal Church until mov- The cost for each workshop is $60. to 5 p.m. The cost is $75 and includes sup- munity event, as the audience is invited to ing to New Hampshire where he has, among Students are responsible for their own sup- plies. Call 574-0802 for more information. sing along with their favorite choruses. 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The Center for the Arts in Naples. Known for McGregor Boulevard in Fort Myers on Sun- organist at St. Hilary's and a well-known exhibit features bronzes of wildlife from its fresh and innovative productions of clas- day, Nov. 1. area pianist. Asia, Africa and North America as well as sic theater, Aquila has drawn its cast for this The joint concert will feature two in- Everly's favorite subjects for the past 45 show from Britain's top drama academies. ternationally known singers — soprano, yeaTS — Indians, trappers and mountain Tickets for the Nov. 1 production are Helen Bovbjerg Niedung, and bass, Douglas ThisWeeks This Weeks Top Ten Best Selling VIDEO Top Ten Video| Books on the Island Rentals SCENE BOOKSHOP 1. The Mangrove Coast NOW OPEN IN RANDY WAYNE WHITE Now Available 1. Perfect Murder 2. Lindbergh OUR NEW A. SCOTT BERG 2.X Files LOCATION 3. Lost Man's River 1711 Periwinkle Way PETER MA TTHIESSEN 3. Lost In Space at Casa Ybel Road, across from Jerry's 4. Gift From The Sea 4. 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For more information, call 472- 5111, ext. 4151, or visit www.southseas.com. Hope Hospice's First Golf tournament set for Oct. 30 Hope Hospice will kick off its very first golf tour- Locals fare well at Champagne Sips nament — which promises to be two days of enter- tainment, prizes and fun — with an evening of pre- The Sundial Beach Resort hosted the 16th Griegg of Ellenton to take first in Men's C; Carmine tournament activities on Oct. 20 at the Vines Golf & Rende of Sanibel teamed with Jim Poor of Indiana to Country Club which include an upscale fashion show annual Champagne Sips Tennis Tournament this put on by physicians, a cocktail party, a silent auction past week take second in Men's C; Pam Pfahler and Tracey and an opportunity to meet celebrities. Pictured are participants Sharon and Jerry Monahan of Sanibel took second in Women's A; The celebrity tournament, which features Nolan Nelson of Sanibel. The team of Trevor Nette from Christie Bradley and Toni Halski of Sanibel took sec- Henke, currently golfing on the PGA tour, takes place on Friday, Oct. 30, at the Vines Golf & Country Club Sanibel and Jeff Davis of St. Petersburg took first place ond in Mixed Open. Ken Monihan and Pam Pfahler in South Fort Myers. The tournament starts with a con- in the Men's Open. Other local players doing well in- of Sanibel took second in Mixed A; LuAnn Martin of tinental breakfast at 7 a.m., followed by a golf clinic at cluded Randy Doud and Luc Century, second place in Sanibel teamed with Russell Griegg of Ellenton for 7:30 a.m. with Henke and Mike Calbot, the golf doc- tor. Shot gun start is at 8:30, and there will be a buffet Men's A; Warren Doane and John Barden, first place first place in Mixed C. And Bob and Lynn Biser of luncheon, followed by awards at 1:30 p.m. in Men's B; Bob Biser of Sanibel teamed with Russell Sanibel took second place in Mixed C. For more information, please call 489-9162. Excitement building for 6th Annual Captiva Sea Kayak Sky by ]im EVANS, Naturalist, Calusa Nature Center Classic The 1998 Gaptiva Sea kayak Classic and Sym- posium will be held Dec. 4-6 at 'Tween Waters Inn on Captiva. The event will once again feature six and 12 miles Don't light up the night sky races, along with a host of classes, programs and dem- onstrations geared toward all ability levels and ages. hen looking up into the night sky, most causes considerable problems. You may think the prob- Double Olympic Gold Medalist Greg Barton will people are amazed by the'beauty of the lem is only for those interested in viewing the stars, and headline an assortment of the industry's best known Wstars. But what do you do if your sky is if you are not one of those people then you do not have instructors and speakers. Barton will offer classes on not dark enough to view the sky? Are you only able to a problem. However, like all other forms of pollution, and off the water designed specifically for competi- see a handful of constellations with the brightest stars? this is everyone's concern. For every light that casts its tive paddlers, while other presentations will include Xh,es.e are_effects of a significant problem, but one of •glow up into the night sky, money is being wasted. topics that range from choosing a first boat, to naviga- which most people are not aware. Light pollution is just For example, say you are trying to illuminate a tion skills, to improving surf skills. like littering or polluting our air and water, and it can be path through your neighborhood because lack of light Co-sponsored by the Trade Association of controlled with a little work. would pose a threat to your safety. You choose lights Paddlesports and 'Tween Waters Inn, the races are the Next time you go to an evening football game, turn that look nice during the day, perhaps globe-shaped final event for 1998 on the TAPS series of paddling on your porch light or drive downtown, notice the lights. lights, and place them at distances where the entire path events. ' How much of the light coming out of that fixture is go- will be lit from end to end. When you go onto the path ing up into the sky? That light serves no purpose and (Continued, page 32) DEH Outdoors & Recreation HealthPark Boulevard on Saturday, Nov. Born to be WILD 7, at 10 a.m. Two hundred native Florida The Six Mile Cypress Slough Pre- butterflies will be released — zebra serve is hosting its fall celebration, Born Eeo-iSyotes longwings, sulfurs and giant swallowtails to be WILD, on Saturday, Nov. 7, from from Butterflies in Flight, a farm located noon to 4 p.m. Anne BELLEW in Naples. Garden visitors will learn about The Slough is a wetlands preserve the butterfly's life cycle as well as land- located in Fort Myers on Six Mile Cypress scaping for wildlife from an educational Parkway between Daniels Parkway and exhibit donated by the Terra Foundation. Colonial Boulevard. It has over a mile of With cooperative fund-raising ef- elevated boardwalk trail with five obser- forts, the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation vation decks for viewing wildlife. Foundation's Landscaping for Wildlife Participants will learn the adapta- program and Hope Hospice raised over tions animals and plants have made in $13,000 for plants, maintenance consul- order to live in this type of habitat. The tations and garden tours during the up- celebration will feature live animals and Refuge's 1998 colonial FUj- 1. Overall Trintft IP R»fug* Complu Mailing Iff or coming year. The Noel Foundation also as Tlrpan Bay K*ya *nd FlOfWa Half ftahlej* telantfa, l*t3 animal displays that includ owls, turtles, nesting survey supported the plants for the garden with a baby alligator, vultures, bears and bats, complete the added help of the Coccoloba Chapter as well as some fascinating plants. In ad- of the native Plant Society. Hope Hospice dition, there will be an exhibit of fossil Colonial nesting bird surveys are donations will support monthly garden conducted on and around Sanibel via mo- animals that could not adapt to thcchang- visits, maintenance consultations and ad- ing habitat — bones and teeth from an- torboat once per month each year during ditional plants. the months of April-August. The number cient Florida mammoths, mastodons, The Hammerheads, SCCF's crew of sloths, camels, armadillos and others. of total nests is estimated from the maxi- volunteer constiuction laborers, have built mum total number of nest-tending adult There will also be a range of hands-on and installed trellises for passion vines activities like rope-making, face painting, birds tallied during the surveys. and chrysalis boxes for each screened Jorge L. Coppen, wildlife biologist stamp art and assorted other fun things. 1982 1093 1004 1998 1996 1BS7 1998 porch so guests may watch the wonder of Volunteer naturalists will be available to at the J.N. "Ding" Darling National Wild- metamorphosis up close. Each room will life Refuge, reports a 52 percent decline Y»AH point out wildlife and answer questions. also have a copy of the new field guide, Admission to the event is free, but in overall nesting effort since 1992. He Florida Butterflies and Their Caterpil- speculates that this steady downward the parking fee is $3 per vehicle. For ad- lars, produced through Landscaping for ditional information, call 432-2004. trend is associated with declining habitat Wildlife also with funding from the Terra quality and forage availability. Sanibel Butterfly habitat to be Foundation Seeing more birds habitats, in particular, have become more forested as compared to the 1950s, and dedicated at Tree management lately? interior wetlands have been drained, de- HealthPark workshop Florida is a great place for veloped or degraded, thus affecting habi- In celebration of National Hope birdwatching anytime of the year, but it A workshop for Southwest Florida gets downright exciting during fall migra- tat quality for foraging parents that feed Hospice month, a new butterfly habitat Arborists is scheduled for this coming on the island.

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from cutting off your bait or lure. The preserve freshness. guides doing the best this week were us- It's a rarity these days to see king- ing live bait fish. Pinfish will work, but fish on local restaurant menus. That's be- small blue runners and large shiners are cause the supply is sporadic at best. But, better. Both can be cast netted in shallow with the current run, commercial fishermen waters where they are concentrated. The might be able to get enough for it to be blue runners can be caught with light tackle offered as a special menu item. Schools of kings on small 1/0 silver spoons. If you do catch a king or two, there Some like to hook the live baits are two ways to cut the meat. One way for through the lips, while others put the 4/0 a smaller fish is to fillet the sides as most hook in just ahead of the main dorsal. fish are done. If the king is quite big, then feasting offshore Drifting where there seems to be steak it at about an inch thick. large amounts of bait is working, but troll- There are many ways I've enjoyed f there is one big surprise in the baitfish close to the shore. The kings came ing with big silver spoons or even deep cooking the fish, but steaks seems to be fishing community this week, it in after them. These past few days the big running Bomber lures is good, too. The the most popular. I like to take off the Ihas to be the arrival of schools of fish, which can range up to 20-30 pounds, only trouble with the lures is getting the skin. Putting the steaks on the grill is king mackerel — they are so close to shore werejustamileoffCaptivaPass. I counted sets of hooks out. You will usually have tricky, but great. I've also had it smoked that even small boat owners should be able 19 boats in a group drifting and catching to wait until the fish dies to safely remove and that is very gpod, too. to get in on the action. kings the other day. them. Good luck fishing this week. Re- Kings have been away a long time These are very strong fish which of- Kings will thrash around violently member those kings came in under ideal from the gulf beaches. Ten years ago, only ten jump well out of the water when when boated. A strong gaff helps. Trying warm weather without much winds. If we a widely scattered sampling of the fish hooked and also when they're feeding on to use a landing net often results in a land- get the predicted first cold front this week- showed up. I recall one of our Sanibel- schools of small fish. The kings will round ing net with a big bite out of.it, and no fish end, king fishing could be off for a couple Captiva area guides traveling to an area off up the baits and strike like underwater tor- left inside. of days until the weather settles. of Naples to troll for kings. pedoes as they circle the small fish. It's As with all mackerel, including the The commercial fishing industry was quite a sight to see how the big fish herd mixed in Spanish variety, it's important to (Have a question or comment? You wiping out the fish. But laws have changed the smaller ones. ice the fish as soon as possible. Even if can reach Capt. Mike Fuery at 472-1015 and bag limits are starting to kick in, al- You'll need stout rods and reels. you have to cut it into two pieces to get or by e-mail at junania4@aol,com) though it has taken several years to hap- Many of the guides switched to tarpon the fish in the cooler, that's what to do to pen. King mackerel were once THE pre- outfits to keep from being spooled and mier fish in our waters. Snook, redfish and loosing the fish and all the line. Outfits tarpon were not nearly as popular. Kings which have a balanced 30-40 pound ux! are still strong off the northeast coast of and reel will work: nicely. A short amount Florida — with special tournaments just of wire leader is a good idea, although for them — but on this side of the state, sometimes the kings will not strike with it's been difficult to catch even one. wire near the baits. The middle two weeks of October It only takes a foot or so of coffee- gave us northeasterly winds which brought colored wire to keep the long, sharp teeth

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Free information booklet rrikt. inventory stock at wholesale HIRING NOW!: collection. Meditech and PC experience also phone: Cambridge State Univer- $1500.941-772-2697 necessary. College degree preferred. sity 1-800-964-8316 24-hrs. Start you own business. Pressure • Service Advisors washers. Hot water 13 H.P. • Service Technicians • Customer Service Specialist - Requires a high Honda O.H.V., 4000PSI, new school diploma (or GED equivalent) and 1-3 MONEY TO LOAN $4,500/ $2395. Cold water 13 j •Dispatcher years hospital experience. The ability to handle a H.P. Honda O.H.V. 3500 PSI new $1600/$995.337-4468 : J fl n •.Parts Dept, Personnel high volume of calls in a stressful environment HOME LOANS 1 EQUrTY IS OUR I . Company Benefits Available and excellent customer service skills a must. ONLY CONCERN GENERAL • Insurance Specialists - Requires a high school POOR CREDIT OK, NO INCOME VERIFICATION HELP WANTED diploma (or GED equivalent), strong phone skills, APPLICATION BY PHONE and the ability to work under pressure. Insurance CUSTOM FINANCE LIC. MTG. BRK. BUS. • KEY collection and managed care experience preferred. (941)772-2700 EXT #2 For consideration, please forward your resume to: MEDICAL EQUIPMENT Southwest Florida Regional Medical Center, Human Resources, 2727 Winklcr Ave., : ••ae Cash Grants! College. Schol- DELIVERY TECHNICIAN arships. Business. Medical bills. Experience a plus, Ft. Myers, FL 33901. Fax: 941-939-8284. but willing to train. WEST Never Repay. Toll Free Phone: 941-939-8466. Jobline: 941-939-7177. EOE. 1-800-218-9000 Ext. G-4363 Clean Driving Record and Drug Free 'vjmeowner need cash? Credit a Must. Call: problems incl. bankruptcy, repo's Call for Details!!! o.k. with equity. 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MEDICAL/HEALTH Full-time reservationist/desk help Do you have a lease option or land Sanibel needed at The Castaways, Sani- Construction Crew!! Equipment Operators, And Construction CAMERA/PHOTO contract? Local lender can refi- Saturday October 31st HELP WANTED bel Island. Call for interview. Drug nance it into a regular mortgage 8:00 AM tree work place. (941) 472-1252 Laborers Needed For Growing Company. Please Call SUPPLY with no down payment and clos- 5429 Shearwater Drive ing costs included in loan. Good Garage Sale with many Customer Service: "Invoicer 1-813-267-1854 or 941-939-7414 Drug-free work Cameras Wanted-We are looking or bad credit. Must have had for Valuable items: "Accounts Payable. Full time for used camera equipment. 12 months. Call Mr. Wood iicintosh scanner & accessories MEDICAL positions. Day & nite shifts. Will place, EOE ^_ (Especially Nikon) We Buy-Sell & 656-0859 Kids toys, videos, train. Excellent benefits. Apply in Trade. Come Shop! InFocus OPPORTUNITIES person. Firemaster, 12800 Uni- Do you have an owner finance Extensive Blues CD's, clothing, Photography & Camera Store, furniture, dishes. versity Dr., Suite 400. Ft. Myers. MPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES home? Need cash. Credit prob- 12155 Metro Pkwy, Suite 1, FM lems o.k. Call Mr. Wood Much morel! Join SOUTHWEST FLORIDA CITYOFSANIBEL 768-0103 REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER 656-0859 in one of the following PART TIME WASTEWATER PLANT766 EXERCISER- works out your whole immediate positions: OPERATOR TRAINEE COMPUTERS & body, includes stair stepper. $30. HELP WANTED $22,576 to $32,960. 540-7406 DOMESTIC AUTO CAT SCAN TECH HSD, GED or other certificate SOFTWARE of competency Chavy Camaro Z28 '93, loaded, Full-time. Part-time Reservationist/desk help Pentium II - 233 512K cache, 96MB leather, low miles, only $189 a This position requires Florida Supplemented by one (1) yr. needed for nights, Friday & Sat- exp. in wastewater treatment SDRAM, 4MB AGP Video, 4Gig month with $1,000 cash or trade HRS license, ARPT certification urday, 11:00PM-7:00AM Part- HD, 24X-CD, 2 USB Ports, WAC. Call Don Colton only at and CAT Scan experience. Operations and maintenance or time for days, Sunday, Wednes- related field. 32bit sound, Altic Lansing speakers, Roger Dean Chevrolet 574-3326 Flexible schedule-available day, Thursday & Friday 56K Fax/Voice Modem, LS-120 including 16-hour weekend Must possess valid FL Chevy Corsica '93,6 cylinder, auto- 1O:00AM-6:OOPM: Drug free Super Drive, 15-inch Monitor, matic, cold air, $500 down, $169 shifts on SATURDAY/SUNDAY work place. Call 472J252 for Driver's license. LOOK 30-Bit scanner, old printer, Win. to make full-time status. interview. The Castaways. Must obtain a month WAC. Call Biil Brady at WWC Operator License within '95, Office, Works, Lots more Roger Dean Chevrolet 574-3326, —^-ISmonths of hiring. Software, 7-months old, very fast HISTOLOGIST system. $1300. firm. GRAND MARQUIS, 1990, White PROFESSIONAL 941-574-7034- w/Tan Roof $2500 Ask for Mike, . Full-time. plBee DISPATCHER : 332-4744 This position requires Florida HELP WANTED $23,579 to $34,425 HT (ASCP) license or HSD, GED or an equivalent TV, STEREO Mustang '95, 6 cylinder automatic, eligible. Two years Histology Hair Stylists- 2 stations, rental or combination A/C, P/W, cruise & tilt, only experience preferred. commission. North Fort Myers Of tralning~and exp. ~— & VIDEO 35,000 miles, $229 per month Varied hours and weekend (Pondeila and Moody Rd) 'Salon Possession of 911 Certification DO YOU THINK THESE with $500 down+ tax WAC. Call rotation. Dawn' 997-5200, Tues.-Sat. preferred. Sanyo 19 inc. T.V. w/remote, works ARE DickCollyer RogerDean Chevro- Weekends, holidays and great. $49.99. Call 590-0620 let 574-3328. rotating shift required. PHLEBOTOMIST/ RESTAURANT Pontiac Grand Am SE '95,4dr, V6, COURIER APPLY: PLANTS & TREES - SHARP— 47K miles, auto, air, runs and HELP WANTED CiTYOFSANIBEL looks like new, $9500 obo, quick Labor pool. This Palms & Treas sale 772-2520 position requires current FINANCE DEPARTMENT 800 DUNLOP ROAD Arecas $15. Florida driver's license with BARTENDER Christmas Palms ...$25. (VE CAN ADDTHEMTO YOUR AC a clean driving record, SANIBEL, FL 33957-04096 FOR ONLY $5.25 PER PAPER COCKTAIL-SERVERS (941)472-9615 Oaks $35 & up. excellent customer service Pigmy Dates $20. skills, and phlebotomy Experienced. Top O' Mast SPORTS & 463-9424. A CITY OF SANIBEL Queens $15. experience. EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION Travelers $15. Cooks wanted. Good pay all shifts. Triangles $20. IMPORTS Call 472-5161 REQUIRED BY 11/02/98 TRANSCRIPTIONIST Much more-delivery & Spa- Neverused. 5 person portable- Camaro '84, runs good, no a/c, Dishwashers needed for Collier Inn EOE planting available. lounger, neck & therapy jets. Can American racing rims, new tires, Full-time; varied hours on Useppa Island. Great pay and and Saturday rotation. DRUG FREE WORKPLACE 694-2387 deliver. $1,395. 941-739-3774 $1,000o.b.o. 267-7131 benefits. Call 283-1061 ask for FL STATUTES CHAPTER 119 This position requires the Chef Scott. . Corvette Convertible.1998. Arctic ability to type 65 wpm. Medical COMPLIANCE White, white top, tan &. black inte- transcription and medical Help wanted Useppa Island Club SANIBEL TOLLS PAID MUSICAL rior, loaded, 7,200 miles, immac- terminology preferred. hiring experienced servers. Must VETERANS' PREFERENCE HOME FURNISH- ulate condition. $44,950. be hard working, friendly and a INSTRUMENTS 941-505-0122 team player. Hourly pay, plus tips We offer excellent compensa- ING RJ's Music areas only "vintagG" gui- tion and benelits. Call, Liz 283-4443 Experienced helper lor floor cover- ing installer. Must know how to ALL ALMOST NEW - Robb & Stucky tar store for sale. 50K. Call lor DATSUN and benefits. P/T Cashier and Deli worker need- beautiful Queen size Sofa bed & delate. 540-2095 19BS300ZX To lead the way to tomorrow stretch. Must have own car. Top ed for Sanlbe! Delf. Please call dollar, 693-7173 Love-seat in muted Rose/ Green AIR, STEREO, with us, please forward your 472-9159 between 9-5 Mon.-Fri. Floral shades, including white- NEW TIRES, resume or contact us for Professional Painter - Interior and Pizza Cook! Pizza Cook! Needed washed Painted Coffee table all GREAT CONDITION. more information regarding exterior of piling homes. Experi- for $800. Broyhill entertainment PETS & SUPPLIES $2750. career opportunities at: Immediately, also counter help, waitresses, drivers at both loca- enced need only apply. Benefits T.V. cabinet, Lightly washed pins CALL 910-1022 SOUTHWEST FLORIDA available. Call 283-6078 78" X 41 "$600. 395-1399 LEAVE MESSAGE REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER tions, on and off island. Call * + Attn: Linda V. Smith, 466-6111 • Brass bed Queen size. Complete NOTICE: Florida Statute 828.29 The Bubble Room seeking experi- Relocate with orthopedic mattress set. DISTRESS SALE Mazda 626, Human Resources states that all dogs & cats 1996.4 door, white, low mileage. 2727 Winkler Ave. enced Hostess & Dessert to Never used. Still boxed. Cost offered far sale in Florida must Counter person. Please apply KEY WEST! $1,000. Must sell $250. cash. be at least 8 weeks old, have an Excellent shape. Call 772-2213 Ft. Myers, FL 33901. 941-274-5009 Of 283-3772 Fax: 941-939-8284 before 11AM or between 3-4PM. Mega Auto Dealer official health certificate Phone: 800-874-7501 Fun place to work. 15001 Capti- NowHIrlnql China, elegant 4-piece Calico pat- signed by a veterinarian, have Geo Metro LSI '98,4-door, auto, a/c, or 941-939-8466. va Drive, Captiva. 472-5558 •SERVICE ADVISORS tern with many other pieces, proper shots and be free from low miles, $700 down, only $179 Jobline: 941-939-7177. •SERVICE TECHNICIANS $40.00 731-7202 ontestinal & external parasites. a month WAC. Call Jeanne Healy •DISPATCHER EOE. Day bed white iron and brass com- In accordance with this statute, at Roger Dean Chevrolet SALES •PARTS DEPT PERSONNEL, this publication will not know- 574-3326. ___^_ Company Benefits plete with two orthopedic mat- ingly accept any ads advertis- tresses and trundle, never used Honda Accord EX, '95, loaded HELP WANTED ing dogs or cats for sale that do w/moonroof and extras, 40,000 DUNCAN AUTO SALES still boxes. Cost $1,000. Must sell not meet these requirements. OFFICE/CLERICAL Help Wanted -Women's apparel F/T $300. cash. 941 -274-5009 miles, excellent condition. Holly's Expert, Loving Pet-sitting $11,900.Call765-659B - P/T. Tolls paid. 472-0909 Call: 305-294-5126 King-size Oak-headboard, white- Service - while you're away.. HELP WANTED SALES REP NEEDED IMMEDIAT- washed w/bridge, mirrors, draw- HELPS visits your home - pro- LY. Lee, Collier& Charlotte coun- ers-doors, wine-storage, King- vides professional, persona! and 4-WHEEL DRIVE ties. Excellent commissions, Koil boxspring, mattress &frame, loving care for your pet(s) - THOMAS R. LOUWERS, MST Oak-armoire $1,200. Two twin- TAX & ACCOUNTING health plan, qualified leads & short/long term - licensed - pet VEHICLES bonuses. 941-540-9090 or toll ANTIQUES beds, box spring, mattresses & tax! - 19 yrs. in Island pet care. OFFICE LOOKING frames $50.-ea. 768-3124 FOR SECRETARY/ free 888-933-9090. ANTIQUE HOOSIERS-Lots of 472-1176 • • . Toyota 85,4/wheel drivs turck. 82, RECEPTIONIST Them! Original or Refinished. Solid oak dining table, 4 chairs, 4/wheel drive'Chavy. Good run- • MUST HAVE TYPING Plain or Fancy. Pieces, Parts, - $500. Beautiful Kohler oak ' ning 383 stroker engine. Both Books & Info. Buy-Sell-or-Trade, upright piano intricately carved, trucks $1,300. Many extra parts. SKILLS & WILLING TO 463-5841. LEARN COMPUTER. WANTED Iceboxes also. Jack & Ann's, excellent condition, $2,500. GARAGE SALES PART-TIME Immokalee. 941 -657-3631 days. Antique wall mirror, 42"x30", NON-SMOKING OFFICE, SEASONED PROFESSION- 941-657-3989 nights. MCA/ISA. $250. 418-1417 eves otily. CALL 472-5152 ALS Private collector seeking antique Too much debt? Consolidate credit AFTER 2PM Tired of the Big Office furniture in any condition. Paying cards and installment loans. Must *•. Mentality? top dollar. 941-368-3155. be home owner. Call Mr. Wood TRUCKS & VANS Come work with us - Round out 941-369-2454 656-0859 • LOCATION, our expert staff Chevy S10 Pickup '95, long'bed, GREAT BOSS, GREAT MEDICAL & DATES & TIME only 32,000 miles, tilt & cruise, WORKING CONDITIONS APPLIANCES $500 down cash or trade, $199 a FULL-TIME ARE THE MOST IMPORTANT month WAC. Call Dan Yaple, With a view of the Gulf •••Llnton Appliance Service"* PAflTS OF YOUR GARAGE DESK CLERK Become a member of HEALTH RogerDean Chevrolet574-3326. Training! Teamwork! Appliances Starting at $100. with SALE AD. John Gee & Company, Realtors 30 day warranty. 482-4803, Chevy, 1996. Pick-up. Extended We are preparing for Season - Start your ad with the city/town cab. Dixie custom package. * Call 472-4900 Pager 489-7560 of your ad, then dates & time, Looking for a Friendly Person Confidentiality maintained A Pill To Lose Weight? ... And to 3/Tone Blue. Very clean. Leather who enjoys "People"! then list your main Items. seats, 48K miles. $18,000 Firm Increase Energy? YES! Call This will help draw a crowd to Computer experience 1 -888-767-0722 For Your Free 3 Contact Pat Rohaley 433-0104. Helpful. BUILDING your salel Day Trial Pack! Leave Message Dodge Dakota '95, only 39,000 Benefits Include: 24nrs/ day . • • COME BY OUR OFFICE Health Insurance, SUPPLIES AND PICK-UP YOUR miles, like new, $500 down cash Pharmaceutical company seeks -'or trade, only $179 a month WAC. Paid Tolls, Beautiful maple kitchen display FREE GARAGE SALE KIT. Vacation Pay, SKILLS & TRADES holistlcally minded medical pro- (Must place a Garage Sale ad) Call Don Colton only at Roger model "L" shaped, 8'X5', two cor- fesslonals. 1-800-214-3725 Dean Chevrolet 574-3326 Employee Discounts. ner Lazy Susan's with brass hard- Call Daryl HELP WANTED ware, $500 OBO. Call 574-4646 Dodga Dakota 1993, Club cab, 4x4, Weds.-Sat. 7AM-3PM, V8, cruise, automatic, tilt, air, PS, Carpenter team leader, carpenters New aluminum awning style win- MISCELLANEOUS for Interview and helpers. Long term employ Sanibel - Saturday, October 24th PB, P.Locks, PW, AM/FM cas- 472-1541 dows, standard sizes, white, 10:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. 1478 Alba- sette, box liner, 2/tone. Good and benefits available. Fax worth $2,000, will negotiate. Din- Debt Consolidation or cash in hand. We Will Train the resume 283-6079 or call Home owners with good or bad tross Road (The Dunes), Off Dixie condition. 71,000 miles. $7,995. "Right" Person! Ing room table w/4 chairs $100 Beach Road. 941-505-0122. 283-6078 941-432-9812 credit. Call Mr. Wood 656-0859 36 • Friday, October 23, 1998 • Islander sGmi violation of the law. Our PROPERTY/SALE Shell Island Beach Club New. All Makes & Models. readers are hereby informed Beautiful vacation home 542-0008.' HOMES on Sanibel that all dwellings advertised Apt. 11C Week 49 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths BOAT DOCK WANTED FOR A 22' Adjustable rate homeowners take in this newspaper are avail- COMMERCIAL MONEY advantage of lowfixed rates. Pur- CALL Your own private tennis O/B DECK BOAT. 472-5108 able on an equal opportunity $500,000 & UP HERB SIMON, chase money available. Call Mr. basis. If you feel you have COMPETITIVE RATES court Wood 656-0859 BROKER/REALTOR TROLLING MOTORS been discriminated against PERFECT & NOT SO PERFECT Office 542-1101 & swimming pool, Sales - Service - Installation. New, By Owner- Exclusive SW-Cape, you may file a complaint by CREDIT O.K. 1-800-741-1101 100 yards to Gulf of Mexico used, factory rebuilts & trade-ins. 3br/2ba/2car, solar pool, spa, calling The Florida Commis- CUSTOM FINANCE Residence 574-5697 fenced yard, Reduced $10,000 sion on Human Rights at LIC. MTG. BRK. BUS. Call for times available. Motorguide Warranty Service 1-800-933-1458 216/338-8031 Center. Smith Marina Enterpris- below appraisel, must see to 1-800-342-8170 or by calling RE/MAX Realty Team es, Inc. 2420-1 Concorde Drive, appreciate $115,000 firm. HUD at 1-800-669-9777. (941)772-2700 EXT #105 216/338-5281 Ft. Myers, 939-5776 540-2498 Islander * Friday, October 23, 1998 » 37 CLASSIFIED 1 VACATION PROP. SEASONAL Annual rental- FMB 2 BR apart- SOUTH SEAS ment. Furnished (use of washer/ PLANTATION AT CHRISTMAS HOMES FOR CLEANING & RENTALS • RENTALS dryer), $800/month, includes util- December 20 - January 1 st. ities & basic cable w/ annual Marina Villa. Beautiful RENT Annette's Cleaning. lease. No pets ! Close to beach. 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Suite. Homes/Offices. Also Carpet Matlacha Island Cottages References & deposit required. Wonderful Location. Cape Cora! Yacht Club Area. Cute Cleaning/Window Cleaning. Historic 2 BR Cottages. Available now. 765-4413 $2990. includes 12 nights, 3/2 pool home on 200' wide deep Floor Stripping/Waxing. Bonded/ On Matlacha Aquatic Preserve. One bedroom, 2 bedroom/1 bath, 2 all amenity access, water canal. W/Dock, boat lift. Licensed/Insured. Can give good POINTE SANTO DE Panoramic Views. bedroom/2 bath, 3 bedrooms & tax and service. Beautiful view!! New carpet, paint reference. Very dependable. For SANIBEL Fully renovated, A/C, studios. Extremely quiet, good Call 914-528-8881, etc. No pets. $1100.i/mo estimates. Call Annette at Luxurious Gulf Front sleeps 4-6. neighborhood, close to shopping Owner 540-2911. 277-7863 or 277-9415 after6PM Penthouse Conda For Rent. From$69/Day-283-RENT & schools. Water included. Start- 2BR/2BA 1-800-877-PALM ing at $375. * * Ask about move- Screened Lanai with Spiral 'www.lslandCottages.com" •in special • '8-5. M-F, 275-4587 Staircase to Private SOUTH SEAS PLANTATION Rooftop Sundeck. Sanibel Lakefront. One bedroom, 1 Lands End Village, Sanibel - Furnished Gorgeous Sunrises and bath near beach. Heated swim- 3 BR/3 BA PLUMBING Sunsets. 3 BR/2 BA ming pool. Available November CONDOS FOR Fantastic view of East End of Island Beautifully Decorated to April. Call 395-2948 Gulf and Redfish Pass, on Canal And Fully Equipped. Weekly or Monthly Rates. Substantial Savings. RENT $950. Monthly REPIPE Save Direct, Owner, Days Annual Lease Call Owner: 610-664-2371 RENTAL SHARING ATRIUM - GULF FRONT - 3 BR/2 (800)678-1103 Call 813-837-3632 or SPECIALIST Seeking 1 or 2 persons to share BA, DEN. RENT THROUGH Eves. (941) 267-9259 and 813-839-5842 AAA beautiful Sanibel home. Please OWNER AND SAVE. 2 WEEKS AskforGina. PLUMBING SERVICES call between 4 prri - 8 pm for MINIMUM. PHOTOS AVAIL- Sanibel-Annual/Semi-Annua I WATER HEATERS details 472-4032 ABLE. CALL 609-9B5-0322 OR SPANISH CAY - Luxury furnished Rental Furnished/ unfurnished. REPAIRED & REPLACED South Seas Plantation- 609-492-7389 first floor. One bedroom Condo Lovely home/ private cul-de-sac. DRAIN CLEANING 3 BR/3 BA Loft, porch, • with Lovely pool and Quiet set- 3BR/2BA, large screened porch WATER PUMPS beautifully furnished, POINTE SANTO: ting. Available now through overlooking Lake. Convenient to SEWER HOOK-UPS TV, VCR, W/D. Pool, tennis. 2 BR/2 BA Condo, APR/99. Two week minimum/ Sanibel Center. Non-smoker. LEAKY PIPES One and two bedroom Villas APARTMENTS & completely furnished, Reasonable. Call (815) 838-8347 Call evenings 472-2233, leave BAD WATER & LOW WATER also available. Gulf view. message. PRESSURE FREE GOLFAND DUPLEXES FOR Rates contact owner, South Seas Plantation •HOUSE REPIPING ALL AMENITIES 812-342-8181 Plantation Beach Club OUR SPECIALITY Call between RENT Gulf Front Condo MOBILE HOMES COMPLETE KITCHENS 10:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m. 2 BR/2BA, Corner/2nd Floor & BATHS 1-800-227-1783 * Edison Point Apartments ** SANIBEL ISLAND Beautifully redecorated '98 FOR RENT RESIDENTIAL/COMMERCIAL 24 HOURS SERVICE 1BR/1BA - $475, 2BR/2BA - Gulf View Condo. 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"We've been waiting for this for 10 not just the wealthy but anyone and every- preserves will be theirs to protect for later generations. One of our volunteers, Dale years," Lindblad said. "We just had to wait one who believes in the Sanibel Vision State- McGinley, invited numerous Lee and Charlotte County civic and environmental orga- 'til the time was right and the seller willing. ment." nizations to come celebrate "Ding" Darling's birthday with us. We had extra trams and Mrs. Trost has been most cooperative dur- Since its inception in 1967, SCCF has interpreters to take them on the drive and they seemed to be thrilled by the opportunity. ing the process* As a result of her recent in- worked to acquire Sanibel River property You knoni when I first got here, the enormous support of the refuge by islanders clination to see the property preserved—and and, with the Trost piece of the puzzle fitted was immediately apparent and it's as strong as ever. What I have discovered over the thanks to her representative, long-time is- in, will own from Chateaux sur Mer all the past three years is that people in town seem to think, "The refuge? That's Sanibel's, not lander Jack Samler's negotiating abilities, we way to Casa Ybel Road. Lindblad continued, mine." That's the mindset we need to overcome —al; though refuges were created for reached a fair price." "The river is significant because, for a bar- wildlife, they belong to everybody. • "She got another offer after ours, so rier island to have freshwater interior wet- we know she wants SCCF to have this prop- lands available to both water birds and mi- erty," said Dean Skaugstad, who chairs the gratory songbirds is very important. The resource committee and is vice-president of Sanibel River and its adjacent vegetative Koss,from3A the Foundation's board. "The owners of York communities are unique natural features that and Coconut [two islands in Pine Island have no analogue on any other barrier island He still impacts our lives. In the '40s, for example, he headed off a push to de- Sound that SCCF recently acquired] felt the in southwest Florida..." velop the property that is now theJ.N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge. Most same way. SCCF has 30 years of history that Much of the Trost property is coastal of it was owned by the state, and it was slated to be sold for 50 cents per acre. After people trust." scrub habitat, "which is becoming increas- Darling got involved, the price was up to $2.50 an acre. The listprice on the property was $3.2 ingly rare," Lindblad said, "partly because He started coming to Captiva in his fifties. He was 6+ feet tall — strong, big million; SCCF is acquiring it for $2,715,000. of development, but also partly because of frame —but he had a lot of chronic bronchitis. The Iowa winters were really bad, so he "Our goal is the purchase price plus an everyone's focus on wetlands. It's good for first came here for health reasons from November to May. It was quite a project in those additonal 10 percent, or $271,500, for resto- songbirds and this particular property has the days... You traveled to Fort Myers by rail. Then you took McGregor —where the palms ration and maintenance," said Jim Haggart, largest population of gopher tortoises on ended, the pavement ended —sand road from the palms to Punta Rassa. Then the ferry. chair of SCCF's Land Acquisition Commit- Sanibel — all kinds of upland species use Then more sand road: the drive to 'Tween Waters took anywhere from one to two hours, tee. "The property is covered with Brazilian it" depending on the condition of the road. There were no phones but there was electricity pepper. In fact, I don't think there's any sig- The property is currently zoned for starting in the '40s. The mailboat came daily and was the social event of the day. nificant portion of it without pepper." residential development with an estimated Darling's awareness of what conservation was came as he observed changes in How much money have they raised so 16-18 units allowed under the City Planning the land on his uncle's farm in Michigan. And in college he had a teacher who related far? "This is another one of our leaps of faith, Department's density calculations. Owner- humans to wildlife, wildlife to habitat, and habitat backtohumans again. He grew up Lindblad laughed. This time we're starting ship by SCCF would remove those units hunting and fishing for food for the table and, as he sometimes pointed out in his car- at zero—from scratch. We have, in the past, from the City's calculations. toons, the early conservation movement was primarily hunters who were out there and waited 'til we've raised a significant portion • "SCCF's very first piece of property, seeing it. • of the money before we made any announce- bought in 1967, on which the Nature Center ment, but not this time. We put $10,000 down sits, was much smaller than this—about 115 and will be spending $45,000 on option pay- acres'," SCCF Board President Bill ments which .will go toward the purchase Hillebrandt said. "We just celebrated our 30th price at closing. And we have a year to come anniversay. I think this is a great way to start up with the money, but we want to be done our second 30 years!" The acquisition of the by May 1. We need the support of everyone \ Trost property would put SCCF's conserva- on this; we want everyone to participate — tion holdings right at 1,600 acres.

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