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Read Us Online at IslandSunNews.com NEWSPAPER VOL. 17, NO. 33 SANIBELSanibel & CAPTIVA & Captiva ISLANDS, Islands FLORIDA FEBRUARY 19, 2010 FEBRUARY SUNRISE/SUNSET: 19 7:01 • 6:23 20 7:00 • 6:23 21 6:59 • 6:24 22 6:58• 6:25 23 6:58 • 6:25 24 6:57 • 6:26 25 6:56 • 6:26 Kremlin Orchestra Performance Dedicated To Bill Phillips The Sanibel Lighthouse and two cottages on Sanibel’s easternmost point photo by Nick Adams Photography Chamber Orchestra Kremlin At Last, Sanibel Will hamber Orchestra Kremlin will grace the stage at BIG ARTS on Thursday, February 25, 8 p.m., with a pre-concert reception celebrating the life of Own The Lighthouse CWilliam “Bill” Phillips. All are invited to attend the sculpture dedication cer- emony in Boler Garden at 6:30 p.m. and share in a time of remembrance with the by Anne Mitchell Phillips family. ix years after making the request, the City of Sanibel has been given the go- Chamber Orchestra Kremlin has earned national and international recognition as ahead to purchase the Sanibel Lighthouse property. The U.S. Bureau of Land one of Russia’s leading ensembles. Comprising some of Russia’s finest young string SManagement will transfer the property to the city for the sum of $447.50 – a players, the orchestra has carved a niche for itself under the creative baton of Music bargain considering that it includes 44.7 acres and two lightkeepers’ cottages. Director Misha Rachlevsky. Chamber Orchestra Kremlin’s warmth and high energy But there’s a catch. The 136-year-old iron lighthouse is covered in lead paint which create addictive performances that stay with listeners long after the last note has been will have to be removed and the structure repainted. The last estimate of cost was played. about $270,000, said City Manager Judie Zimomra. Of their performance, a 2008 New York Times review stated, “Misha Rachlevsky, The bureau notified the city in a letter dated February 4 that its June 2004 request the ensemble’s music director, elicited warm, full-blooded and virtuosic playing with had been granted. continued on page 29 continued on page 6 Prizes Rolling In For Kiwanis Captiva ABC Spaghetti Dinner Raffle And Auction Sale Moves To dmit it: everyone loves the excite- The Sanctuary ment of a raffle drawing and a live Aauction when there’s good stuff aptiva Community Association’s to be won. No matter what type of item 44th annual ABC Sale will take gets you going, you are likely to find it Cplace on Saturday, March 6 at at the annual Kiwanis Spaghetti Dinner The Sanctuary Golf Club. A new venue Raffle and Auction. A wide range of mer- and the artful contributions of many of chandise and gift certificates is coming Sanibel and Captiva Islands’ most cre- together from local merchants for this ative people promise to make the this year’s annual event to be held from 4 to year’s ABC Sale event more enjoyable 8 p.m. on Saturday, February 27 at The than ever. Community House. Growing interest coupled with limited continued on page 21 seating at the Captiva Civic Center led the CCA to move this year’s event to The Home decorating items are a favorite with continued on page 29 Louise Tuttle with doll house local residents 2 ISLAND SUN - FEBRUARY 19, 2010 Hortoons American Legion Post 123 n Saturday, February 20 there will be a chili cook-off. Bring Oyour chili in by 2 p.m. Judging will begin at 3 p.m. There will be another seafood fest Sunday, February 21 from 1 to 8 p.m. with live music. Every Monday night is the 8-ball pool league at 6 p.m. Stop in and watch the best shooters on the island. Drink specials are offered every Wednesday, and Thursday night is cards night at 7 p.m. A six-ounce ribeye steak sandwich with French fries is served all day Friday. Food is served all day every day and the public is welcome. The legion is open Monday through Saturday 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday noon to 9 p.m. at mile marker 3 on Sanibel-Captiva Road. For more informa- tion call 472-9979. To advertise in the Island Sun Call 395-1213 Read us online at IslandSunNews.com Easy 2-hr Class! ISLAND SUN - FEBRUARY 19, 2010 3 egantSIMPLY Come see for yourself why Charles Krypell’s work is well respected for excellence and unsurpassed quality by fine jewelers the world over. Try on some pieces from his exceptional collections, including Precious Pastels Collection, the Pastel Collection and Sterling by Krypell. All three are shining examples of rare, timeless and distinctive jewelry that pushes the boundaries of sensuous and elegant design. CHARLES KRYPELL EVENT MARCH 5 & 6 JEWELRY GALLERY 520 TARPON BAY ROAD (ACROSS FROM BAILEY'S) SANIBEL, FL 33957 239-472-2888 LILYJEWELERS.COM Also, join us for these charitable events that we’re sponsoring: 2ND ANNUAL SEA SCHOOL SEA FANDANGO FEB. 20 | 6:30 p.m. | The Community House OPTIMIST CLUB “UNCORKED WINTER WINE FESTIVAL” FEB. 24 | 5-9 p.m. | Lily & Co. Karen Bell Dan Schuyler “UNDER THE SEA” FUND-RAISER Lily & Gracie MARCH 7 | 5:30 p.m. | Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum 4 ISLAND SUN - FEBRUARY 19, 2010 Quilt Show Continues At Historical Museum And Village Traditional and contemporary quilts are on view Linda Stipek and June Ingraham will be quilting and piecing every Wednesday morning during the show on the porch of Morning Glories Cottage, the Sears and Roebuck kit home that was built by the Mayer brothers in 1925 on a lot facing San Quilts are on display throughout the historic buildings in the village Carlos Bay. The museum is grateful to Stephanie Rahe, Mardi Ponader, Christel and Hans uilts, quilts and more quilts are on display at the Sanibel Historical Museum Heidecker, Gail Weiss, Mary McLaughlin, and John and Paula Newton for their help in and Village through March 20. Over 60 quilts, from all over the country and coordinating and hanging this year’s show. Qdating from the 1830s to the late 1900s, have been arranged and hung for The Sanibel Historical Museum and Village, Inc. is a non-profit organization dedi- viewing in the village’s seven historic buildings. Some of these beautiful works of art cated to preserving and sharing Sanibel’s heritage. The museum is comprised of seven and fine craftsmanship are from the museum’s permanent collection and others have historic buildings that were moved to the village from different parts of the island. Each been loaned by islanders for the show. There are traditional as well as contemporary building represents a distinct chapter of island history and features exhibits about the quilts and they come in all shapes, sizes and colors. The older quilts, which are hand- early settlers, farming, fishing, commerce, transportation and daily life. The museum stitched, tend to have muted colors and simple patterns, while the newer machine is open Wednesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and is located at 950 sewn quilts feature brighter colors and more complex patterns. One of the oldest and Dunlop Road (next to BIG ARTS). Admission is $5 for adults, 18 and older. rarest quilts in the exhibit is a child’s crib or carriage quilt made in the 1830s. For more information, call 472-4648. Women’s Apparel & Sandals Sanibel Perfume Sanibel Island, FL Nic + Zoe, Tribal , Spanner Andrea Lieu, Cheryl Nash Naot & Onex Sandals Find your favorite plus sizes here from 14W-24W Stop By & Periwinkle Place See Our Latest Shopping Center Arrivals 2075 Periwinkle Way www.PeachRepublic.com • 239.472.8444 ISLAND SUN - FEBRUARY 19, 2010 5 This calls for a Celebration. Join us for the Grand Re-opening of our original Sanibel location and the new Congress Jewelers Rolex boutique. Participate in a silent auction to benefit Sanibel – Captiva Cares Come in and meet some of the world’s most renowned jewelry designers Friday & Saturday, February 19th & 20th Periwinkle Place Shops Sanibel Island 10 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Draw for Congress Cash worth $25 to $1,000 No minimum purchase required Entertainment, champagne and light hors d’oeuvres Back on Sanibel Island under family ownership. SANIBEL ISLAND Periwinkle Place Shops • 472-4177 2075 Periwinkle Way, #35 6 ISLAND SUN - FEBRUARY 19, 2010 INSIDE CITY HALL “If we don’t improve them it will even- From page 1 Resorts, Hotels tually force visitors to make other choic- Bike Path To es... it would affect all businesses and Lighthouse Should Keep services for our citizens,” Denham said. The 102-foot lighthouse is an island Be Extended He also wants to “preserve a block icon that’s been lighting the way for mari- Density - Council of short-term occupancy and we might ners since 1884 from Point Ybel. The To Blind Pass by Anne Mitchell consider an incentive: let them maintain light was automated in 1949 and is still by Anne Mitchell existing density if they continue short- operational. It’s maintained by the U.S. ome of Sanibel’s older accom- term occupancy. For those who want to Coast Guard. ue to savings in the cost of bike modations are long overdue for a (redevelop into) a condo they should con- The property itself has been managed path repairs, the City of Sanibel Smakeover. form to the current density map in the by the city for 25 years as Lighthouse Dhas some money left over and The city council is well aware of that land development code.” Park under a lease agreement with the will pay $65,000 of it towards extend- but the dilemma is how to encourage ren- Denham listed the main pillars on U.S.