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:VOL 11, NO. 28 SANIBEL & CAPTIVA ISLANDS, FLORIDA JANUARY 16,2004 ^JANUARY SUNRlSE/SUNSET:4d 07:17 17:59 12- 07:17 18:00 16 07:18 18:00 » 07:16 18:01 2007:16 18:02 »07:16 18:03 22 7:16 18:03 "City, SOBs File Suit Against Lee County ; by Camille Kucaba iKi^T^wo lawsuits -- one brought by the City of Sanibel and the other by a group called Save Our i I Bay - were filed against,Lee County Monday. 1 A Sanibel's suit challenges thexounty's right to built a new fixed bridge rather than rehabilitate the :; pauseway's aging drawbridge. The SOB complaint charges the county with making excess profit on tolls ii\from the Cape Coral and Sanibel bridges, constituting an illegal tax. j£;,- Despite the litigation, the Lee Board of-County Commissioners vowed Tuesday to move ahead with ^Construction of Spans B and C on the causeway and also to replace the bascule bridge (see adjacent i)- -fetory on page 1). :-\ Sanibel's suit asks the court to require the eounty to adhere to the conditions and obligations of an :J kiterlocal Agreement which provides for repair &nd rehabilitation of the drawbridge, according to City Attorney Ken Cuyler. ,j! Sanibel hopes to force the county to live up to its obligation under the Interlocal Agreement amended At 13,500 feet, Stella Farwell (in red jump suit) leaves airplane with jumpmas- $ in 2002. "There are a number of counts (in the complaint) that support the argument that they (Lee ter Bob Hallett, followed by her son Trey Johnson (left) '! '"- continued on page 44 ! lawsuits Halt Causeway Bond Financing ;• by Pete Winton, Lee County Administration he Board of Lee County Commissioners Tuesday was forced to halt the bond financing of the Sanibel Causeway bridges replacement because the county cannot get bond insurance for the Tissue with two lawsuits pending. In addition, Moody's Investment has withdrawn its A3 bond rating for the bond issue. The lawsuits were filed Monday by the City of Sanibel and the Save Our Bay organization. The county has 30 days to respond to the lawsuits. :" •• The county had been scheduled to close on the $48.9 million bond sale this week. The county now 1 will have to go back out to the market with a new bond offering in several months. £ The delay and inability to issue bonds will have financial ramifications for the county and public. isHigher financing costs could mean the county will have to consider eliminating discount toll programs ,; for the Causeway and/or analyze whether the toll to cross the Causeway needs to be increased. continued on page 44 Trey catches up with his mother during freefall and gives her a kiss alfin Directs One Woman Show Pamela Gilbert Wortzel hinner Thighs in Twenty Years is the humorous T story of a woman who recreates herself. This witty mid-life crisis tale about a woman forging her own identity after marriage, children and divorce is by author Consuelo Baehr. Based on her critically acclaimed book, Report From the Heart; this one woman Below the jumpers are Captiva Island and Buck Key (lower right) play will premiere at The Periwinkle Playhouse. Starring Captivan Skydives Onto Beach stage, film and television actress , Bonnie Grossman and directed aptivan Stella Farwell began the new year by skydiving onto the by Tony award winning director Captiva Beach. Her jump master was world renowned Bob Robert Kalfin, the production of CHallett. Skydiving with the tandem jumpers was her son, Trey Thinner Thighs in Twenty Director Robert Kalfin coaches actress Bonnie Grossman Johnson, whose skydive team won the '92 and '93 National Years grew out of the play- photo by Monty Montgomery Championships and placed second in the 1993 World Championship. This was Farwell's third tandem jump. She has wanted to land on the wright's collaboration with Kalfin and Grossman. Captiva beach since she moved here in 1990. Kalfin, a former artistic director of the Pirate Playhouse, first met Grossman when he cast her in his continued on page 2 continued on page 29 From page 1 r: Captivan The Condominium *•*:•:«..>. -o Skydives r en Associations of Sanibel Onto Beacff < (CASI) After jumping out of !tBe airplane at 13,500 feet, she and CO Hallett went into free falt-|or one Q January Breakfast minute. Her son caught t^j with her and gave her a kiss ai.they 1 dropped at 120 miles pet hour. CO Guest Speaker: Farwell's chute opened,uMe her son continued free faff until he reached 3,500 feet, sohe Judie Zimomra could be on the ground first to greet his mother. Sanibel City Manager After eight minutes in tto? air sieitaFarweiiandBobHaiiendropiofheCapii Farwell and Hallett gentfy landed Beach va January 23rd on the warm Captiva d^ Clubhouse at The Sanctuary 8 a.m. Registration 8:30 Breakfast Buffet 9-10 Speaker f. For Reservations 1 Please Call 334-2138 by January 20th Three happy skydivers on Captiva Beach

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Meanwhile, they moved "ahead full membership be reduced to five and that bers to provide better diversity across the Commission steam" Tuesday despite the cloud of the five Council members each appoint an entire Sanibel community. < uncertainty, electing Carla Johnston chair individual Commission member. "What the hell are we defending? Our In Fight For and Jack Samler vice chair for 2004. And But Dillon and others, including long- jobs?" he asked. The Planning with no other business before them, they time Planning Commission member Dick Commission is an established entity, and CO Existence spent the better part of the first meeting Downes, don't think it's a good idea. "we serve at Council's pleasure, whether Q five, seven or nine. Council could appoint Z by Camille Kucaba of the new year devising a strategy for the Linking planners to Council could lead to 20th and vowing to remain a strong favoritism. (Council) "could get friends, rel- themselves as the Planning Commission... ity Council is scheduled to debate seven-member quasi-judicial body repre- atives and cronies" to serve, and this and double their salary," Samler added, the fate of the Planning senting the long-term view for Sanibel. would compromise the Commission's tongue in cheek. CCommission on January 20, and The Commission believes the system objectivity, Dillon noted. He said the "If they want to make a change... we Commissioners intend to show up in of selecting and appointing its members Commission needs to take the long view elected them, and they do come up for force to fight for their very existence. has worked well over the past 29 years, — the protection of the Land reelection." even if Vice Mayor Marty Harrity and Development Code, which is "cherished Outgoing Chair Marie Gargano reiter- other Council members think it's time for by the citizens of Sanibel." ated that the Commission role is to take Sanibel City Council a change. "If it ain't broke, don't fix it!" said the long view. "We were appointed to Meets the first and third Tuesday of Commissioner Ellis Robinson. She found remove politics and money from the plan- every month at 9 a.m. at City Hall, 900 it "disconcerting" that one Council mem- ning function. (Commissioners) don't need Dunlop Road; phone 472-3700. All ber could talk about abolishing the plan- to run for election," she added, citing meetings are open to the public. "We serve at Council's ning body without giving any reason. This American Planning Association research erodes the confidence of the community which shows that 49 of the 50 states pro- Next regular meeting pleasure, whether five, in city government, she said. "We're box- vide for appointed, not elected planning Tuesday, January 20,9 a.m. seven or nine." ing in the dark here," Robinson stated in agencies. Among items on the draft agenda: calling for Harrity to disclose what's Referring to Harrity's suggestion, she causeway issues, including a staff report "It will be history if he (Harrity) has his wrong with the present Commission. asked: "What's the goal other than to on the design of Span A and landscap- way. It boggles my mind that this is even Dillon said the Commission is "past the politicize the Planning Commission? I sur- ing from San Carlos Boulevard to being considered," said Commissioner point" (of discussion). "We had been ask- mise there are interests that want to Periwinkle Way and an update regard- Phyllis Bogen, who is retiring this ing for dialogue and explanation, and it change the nature of the Planning ing the city's litigation against Lee January. She and fellow members feel it's didn't come." He and fellow Commission. Who are these other inter- County; discussion regarding the important to fight Council's efforts to, at Commissioners advocate the seven-mem- ests that may not have the best interests Planning Commission, number and best, reduce the membership and at worst ber makeup to spread the amount, of com- of the community at heart?" composition, and consideration of a eliminate the Planning Commission alto- mittee work among members, to make it Dillon questioned whether there is con- request from Council member Judy. gether. difficult for one or two members to sway flict of interest if Council members who Workman to reschedule the topic to the According to the draft agenda for decisions by the majority and to avoid a tie also serve on boards of banks and other February 3 meeting; discussion regard- January 20, Council will hold discussion vote should one member be absent. local businesses act as planning board ing City Council's meeting procedures; regarding the Planning Commission, its Newly-elected chair, Carla Johnston, members. appointments to the Parks and number and composition, and also will hopes to involve the public more in the Gargano continued: "We're doing a Recreation Advisory Committee; reports consider a request from Council member planning function and wants to help edu- good job, so what's the problem? I find it from the city manager and city attor- Judy Workman (who won't be attending cate citizens as to "the importance of appalling that the will of the community is ney; presentations from Woodroffe the session) to reschedule the topic to the planning. We need a better public under- going to be circumvented." She called for Architects on the recreation/community February 3 meeting. standing of what we do and how it affects a "public outcry" at next Tuesday's City facility site layout and funding alterna- them... how it's in their self interest." Council meeting "to cut the head of the tives for the facility. Former Vice Chair John Dillon proposed going on the offensive Tuesday by "We don't want to go at this in an serpent off." Complete agendas are available at the presenting a "position paper" at the antagonistic manner. It will hurt both bod- Bogen agreed. "Be there," she urged City Web site: January 20 meeting and immediately ies and the city," said Commissioner John the community. "I believe the people truly beginning work on a referendum seeking Veenschoten, who has served for the past respect the Planning Commission. We fol- www.mysanibel.com voter support for the seven-member body. nine years." low the (Sanibel) Plan and adhere to the A copy also is posted on the bulletin law." board outside City Hall. Agendas sub- In canceling a joint meeting, "Council Issuing a position paper "is the wrong ject to amendment. effectively has alerted us that they don't approach. It would cause animosity," Dick Downes also asked why there is want to hear from us," he said. noted the newly-elected vice chair, Jack need for change. "I have yet to hear the You may send email to: Harrity has suggested that Commission Samler, who favors retaining seven mem- [email protected]

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Readers with news, tips, Joshua Roberts •„• RECYCLED PAPER comments or questions, please call (239) 395-1213 or write to: PRINTED WITH LOW-RUB, Island Sun, 1640 Periwinkle Way, Suite 2, Sanibel, FL 33957. FAX number: (239) 395-2299. E-mail: [email protected] WE MAIL TO ALL RESIDENTS AND BUSINESSES SOYBEAN INK ON SANIBEL AND CAPTIVA ISLANDS. reason from Marty Harrity. I never have With the recent nighttime cold weather, been able to get him into a dialogue." Causeway several loads of asphalt have been rejected Scholarship Calling Harrity a Midwesterner, he added because the asphalt did not meet mini- n January 22, at 7:30 p.m. in the that Midwesterners traditionally don't trust Restrictions, Cold mum temperatures. Church Sanctuary, The anyone in government who has not been Maintaining required asphalt tempera- Congregational United Church of elected. O Temperatures tures is especially challenging now that Christ and Bat Yam Temple of the Downes said the planning function travel for each load is two hours from the Islands, announce their annual Shared should be kept independent in nature. Impact Paving asphalt plant to West Gulf Drive. Due tc Scholarship Program. This year the pro- The consequences will be legion if the ecent cold temperatures have the county's speed limit restrictions on the gram is "They Shall Sing of the Ways of Commission is abolished. For starters, causeway, the travel time for each load is the Lord" Psalm 138:5. Doug Renfroe, impacted the restoration and music director/cantorial soloist and persons who may want to appeal a (plan- repaving portions of West Gulf 45 minutes from the toll facility to West ning) decision would have no place to go R Gulf Drive. If temperatures permit, the Lorraine Renfroe, assistant to the music Drive excavated during the installation of but to court, he pointed out. current schedule anticipates the paving to director at the Temple, and Elwood the sewer main, the City of Sanibel said. Smith, director of music, and the chancel Sanibel's Land Development Code and The project requires laying 600 tons of be complete by February 9. The paving its Planning Commission are more will occur between 2 a.m. and noon, dur- choir at the Church, will present the musi- asphalt per day, and due to Lee cal event. Music is an affirmation of spiri- responsible than any other group for the County's current causeway weight ing which traffic will be restricted to one lane with a flagman on duty. tuality and a bond, which historically, way the island is today, Downes said, restrictions, asphalt can only be trans- unites the Church and Synagogue, and adding that the present Council does not ported between 1 and 5 a.m. For more information, call the Sanibel yet allows for a distinct separation. This have a good understanding of the LDC. Utility Department at 472-1008.* unique experience will also include musical The Plan and Code are the two docu- Per the construction specifications, the asphalt mixture must be laid in the range instruments and allow the opportunity for ments which protect citizens' investment, all in attendance to lift their voices in musi- the value of their property. "The Plan is of 280 to 310 degrees F to allow proper application and laying of the roadway. cal harmony. A reception will follow. The the roadmap, the Code is the first bastion program is free and open to the public* of defense. They keep Sanibel the way it is," Downes explained. "You have a good history here. Your job is to get the word out. Most people don't know this move is afoot. The inde- pendence of the Planning Commission is paramount," he told Commission members. Downes said he plans to send a let- ter expressing his views to the City Council prior to the January 20 meeting. ROLEX City Attorney Ken Cuyler said the public will be given notice that "two or more members of the Planning Commission" will attend and speak at the next Council meeting, a requirement to avoid violating Honda's Sunshine laws.- The City Charter provides for a planning agency of at least five members. Through legislation, the Council could name itself as the five planning people; the process could take three to five weeks to hold the necessary two public hearings, Cuyler explained.* COTI Elects New Officers t its first meeting of the new year, The Committee of the Islands' ABoard of Directors elected Wayne Ponader president and John Kramer treasurer. Ponader, who was elected to the Board in 2001, has served as both treasurer and a member of COTI's Executive Committee. At the same meeting, Ponader named the organization's new Executive Committee, which is chaired by the presi- yster Perpetual Yacht-Master dent. Its members are past COTI presi- Shown in 18kt yellow gold with a special dents Mike Gillespie and Tom Gihooley, treasurer John Kramer, and membership time-lapse bezel and Oysterlock bracelet. chair Jill Dillon. Pressure-proof to 330 feet. Available in stainless The Committee of the Islands was founded in 1975 by those who helped steel with platinum time-lapse bezel. incorporate Sanibel as an independently- governed city within Lee County. Its stated mission is "to develop and promote policies and positions designed to maintain and enhance the quality of life on the islands, and to preserve their unique and natural characteristics." Those interested in further information or a membership application can either write to COTI, P.O. Box 88, Sanibel, FL Sanibel Island • 239-472-4177 ^ Bonita Springs • 239-992-4666 ^ Key West • 305-296-5885 33957 or send an email request to [email protected].# Rolex, W, Oyster Perpetual, Oysterlock and Yacht-Master are trademarks. put up in our lobby," explains Debbie Latona, bank manager. "Soon customers wanted I Holiday Ornament Sale Nets $2,000 to buy the beautiful handmade shell ornaments - designed by Anne - and we decided to turn it into a fundraiser." For Good Neighbor Fund The first time around, She Sells Sea Shells and Bank of America raised $700; this year their efforts resulted in more than double that amount through the sale of nearly 120 ornaments. A check presentation was held January 8. "The tree was absolutely awesome," Debbie says, "so we plan to make this an annual fundraising event." The Christmas tree will be going up in the main bank lobby, 2450 Periwinkle Way, right around Thanksgiving 2004, and signs will tell customers that the ornaments are for sale to benefit the Good Neighbor Fund.&

Island Seniors Duplicate Bridge he Sanibel Community Center Bazaar Duplicate Bridge session results on he Island Seniors, Inc. will host the TMonday, January 12 are as fol- ever-popular Island Seniors Bazaar lows: Ton Saturday, February 7, from 9 North-South: First: Madelyn and Don a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Civic Center (old Merwin; Second: Anne Schreck and library) at the corner of Palm Ridge Shirley Brashler; and Third: Ginny Reeves Road and Library Way. and Dorothy Suechting. There will be a huge Trash 'n' East-West: First: Lacy Fendley and Treasures Sale of items donated by mem- Alaine Jass; Second: Lois Levin and Alice bers, a wide variety of crafts, shell items, McKay; and Third: Jeanne Neideck and brorneliads, jewelry, dolls, European Muriel Primm. (I to r) David and Anne Joffe, owners of She Sells Sea Shells; Paul Flynn of the Community soaps, calamondin marmalade, and much Games start at 7:30 p.m. every Foundation of Sanibel and Captiva; and Debbie Latona, manager of Bank of America on more. Delicious homemade baked goodies Monday. Fees are $4 for SCA members Sanibel will be for sale as well as hot dogs, sodas and $5 for non-members. Partners will be and coffee provided if necessary.^ by Camille Kucaba Tables are available for $15 for members and $20 for non-members. For more he holiday spirit of giving prevailed this season as She Sells Sea Shells and information, please call Yolande at Bank of America on Sanibel donated $2,000 to the islands' Good Neighbor 395-3372.* TFund, a part of the Community Foundation of Sanibel and Captiva. Our E-Mail address is The organization provides one-time emergency funding to islanders in need, and the $2,000 will be divided between children and the elderly. [email protected] The money was raised through the sale of holiday ornaments donated by Anne and David Joffe of She Sells Sea Shells, with Bank of America matching the sales proceeds. "It started in 2002 when David and Anne asked to decorate the Christmas tree we

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This quilt, featuring little hummingbirds, was designed by an Indiana couple and sowed by the Amish people. Tickets are on sale in the Rutland Home at $4 for one and $10 for three tickets. For those interested in learning more about quilting during this show, the Kelly Green Quilters will be working each Thursday from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., and two quilters will be available from 10 a.m. to noon every Friday at the Old Bailey Store to give demonstrations and answer any questions about quilting. The Historical Museum will be holding docent training from 9 to 11 a.m. on January 19 and 20 for any full time or winter resident interested in volunteering at the village. This is an excellent opportunity to learn more about Sanibel and become part of a terrif- ic group. - On January 26, the museum will be offering an historical adventure into the past. At 10 a.m. a boat will be leaving Port Comfort Marina for Mound Key. This four-hour tour will be conducted by two archaeologists and is an opportunity for all to learn more about the Caloosa Indians. This adventure costs $27 a person and is open to all, but space is limited; bring a bag lunch. The Sanibel Historical Village and Museum is located at 800 Dunlop Road on Sanibel. For more information or to sign up for any of these events, call 472-4648.^

The Mound House, the oldest standing The tour begins at the Sanibel/Captiva Calling structure on Fort Myers Beach, and then Chamber of Commerce with a trolley ride to Mound Key, site of the Calusa "capi- to Port Sanibel Marina at 9:30 a.m., boat History Lovers tal city" at the time of Spanish contact. ride and tour, with time for your own dventures in time travel becomes Archaeologists and directors of the brown-bag lunch between sites. The Our E-Mail address is a possibility for lovers of history Mound House museum, Theresa adventure ends at about 2 p.m. The cost Lon Monday, January 26, when Schober and Corbett Torrence, will is $27 and seating is limited, so call [email protected] the Sanibel Historical Society sponsors a guide the travelers through the history of 472-4648, the Historical Museum, or boat trip down the Caloosahatchee to the two sites and what the future holds Jody Brown at 472-9570. By the way, for them. wear comfortable shoes!^

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These meetings also got Sanibel School Bank and Trust Company. the attention of many of the trust compa- The move to Sanibel in 1998 was ny's clients and board members. The Sanibel School is running a capital planned as a retirement, but within three In the upcoming Sanctuary Golf campaign to raise $ 1 million to years, with his mind still active, he decided Tournament Challenge, scheduled for enhance the educational experience to return to what he had done his whole January 31, the trust company will be of its students. Each week the Island life. "My wife said if I cleaned the garage serving as a platinum sponsor. (To sign up Sun will track the campaign and fea- one more time she was going to send me for the tournament, call the Sanctuary pro 8 ture the donors who are helping the to a therapist!" said Hanser. "I looked shop at 472-6223; to become a sponsor g school meet its goal. To make a contri- around Sanibel, and saw that the two call Chuck Ketteman at bution, call Terry Igo at 472-8300. things the island didn't have was a car 395-9628). wash and a trust company." by Brian Johnson Each year Hanser broadens his involve- He made a trip up to the state capital ment with island organizations and the t was a sight that made Sally Hanser of Tallahassee and learned it would take Southwest Florida community, where he look twice: her husband wearing a yel- Al Hanser with Jack and Maxine Arnheiter, $1 million in assets to open up a trust serves on the board of the Childrens Ilow T-shirt, holding a walkie talkie in future students at The Sanibel School company in Florida. He felt it could be Hospital of Southwest Florida and The done, and in 2001 established the Lee Memorial Health System Foundation. his hand and parking cars. Where was Over the past six months, The Sanibel the three-piece suit? Where were the Sanibel-Captiva Trust Company. Most recently, he joined the board of School has become the community pro- directors at the Cleveland Clinic. "The investment portfolios? ject most on his mind. Together with In a short time he assembled an For Al Hanser, moving to Sanibel impressive management team, including more you give, the more you receive," he Terry Igo, the co-chair of the For Kids' said* Island meant taking a break from the Sake! capital campaign, and members of Susan Fersner, Richard Pyle, Terry Igo, investment industry and becoming a full- the Sanctuary Golf Club, he is making a Sylvia Hutchison, Susan Ayres and Betsey time island civilian and volunteer. He push to help the school raise $1 million. joined the Kiwanis Club, became a board Last year Hanser played a key role in member at the Old Schoolhouse Theater, organizing the Sanctuary Golf watched little League baseball games and Tournament Challenge, an event that fit in as much golf, kayaking and walks raised more than $45,000 for the. around The Dunes as he could in one day. Sanibel-Captiva Community Foundation, He also loves having his four children and of which he is a board member. This year five grandchildren visit. Hanser and the group from the Sanctuary The Hansers, who moved to Sanibel in are attempting to raise over $100,000 for 1998, have been vacationing here since the The Sanibel School. the days of the ferry boat. "We love these Hanser was born in St. Louis, Missouri islands and care about these islands," he and went on to attend Brown University. said.

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Sanibel Island Safe Boating conservation history of the islands. lease join the Sanibel-Captiva Saturday Night Week will be celebrated February 1 to The group assembles at the Nature Conservation Foundation for Work Expedites February 7. In^ddition to the Marine Center of the Conservation Foundation PWatershed Adventures to visit the Advisory Committee, the Sanibel Marine for a talk on geology and the human his- places and meet with the organizations Sewer Installation Patrol, the Sanibel-Captiva Sail & Power tory of the islands. After a visit to the protecting our area waters. On Squadron and the Sanibel Fire District Native Plant Nursery and Butterfly House, Wednesday, January 21, visit the he City of Sanibel contractor is are joining the efforts. everyone boards a Captiva Cruises Trolley Corkscrew Regional Ecosystem working Saturday, along with 12- One of the events of Safe Boating for a trip to Captiva. Along the way, the Watershed. On Friday, January 30 stay Thour days Monday through Friday Week is free Vessel Safety Inspections of group discusses the Refuge, CROW, the closer to home and visit with the staff of from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., to expedite con- your boat performed by members of the Island Water Association and some of the the Conservation Foundation's Marine struction of the sanitary sewer main on Power Squadron. The inspections will be history of the two islands. Once aboard a Lab in Tarpon Bay. Sanibel-Captiva Road. The section dis- conducted at a dock near the Sanibel Captiva Cruises boat, venture out into the On January 21, an hour van ride will rupted is from Belding Drive to the Marina. The inspections can also be per- estuary that cradles the islands. If weather venture to Corkscrew Marsh. Take a short American Legion Post, as well as the formed at your dock by appointment permits, the group will travel out around walk to the headwaters of this vast system vicinity of Bowman's Beach Road. To provide adequate time to perform the southern tip of Upper or North which flows eventually into Estero Bay Due to the extended hours, the con- the inspection, appointments are recom- Captiva. with CREW executive director, Ellen struction zone is marked and lit. Motorists mended. An appointment will avoid an There are two opportunities in January Linblad. Next comes an off road, leisurely are strongly urged to obey all the con- unnecessary wait on your part and also to participate in the Resident ride going with water's flow from the struction signs and lower speed limits. The allow ample time with the inspector. Environmental Orientation sponsored by marsh southwest to National Audubon's safety of motorists and ^workers on site are "Float Ins" will also be welcomed at any the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary. Travel by the primary concern, the city said. time. Foundation. The program is offered open air vehicles for good wildlife viewing, Following installation of the sewer These inspections, although planned as Monday, January 19 or 26, from 2 to and interpretation along the way will be pipe, a temporary asphalt patch will be part of Safe Boating Week, are not limited 6 p.m. provided by Audubon staff. Lunch will be applied. After allowing six to 12 months to just that week. These inspections are Often people ask if they must be a new at Corkscrew Sanctuary with time to visit for road settlement, a permanent asphalt available at any time of year by calling one resident of the island. The answer is no. the interpretation center and stroll the overlay will be constructed. of the Vessel Safety Inspectors. Anyone owning property or is a resident boardwalk through the cypress swamp. Current work on Sahibel-Captiva Road For scheduling your appointment or of Sanibel or Captiva may participate in Return by van to the island by late.after- should be completed by February 20. for further details, call George Irwin at this free program. Reservations are noon. Cost of this trip is $50. Persons may call the Sanibel Utility 267-2320, Bob Healey at 466-4169 or required as space is limited. On January 30, meet in-Tarpon Bay Department at 472-1008 for more infor- John Topp at 433-5150.* Space is limited to 25. Call 472-2329 for an hour and a half pontoon boat ride mation.*

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Through poetry and readings of "Patience is the lar watering and little care you will soon actual letters, we experience Whitman's companion of wis- have good fresh vegetables for your table Voices movement from selfishness into his dom and garden- before the heat of summer sets in. If you growth as a mature artist who is at peace ing. " alt Whitman heard America about "himself, God and death." don't want to put out a vegetable garden, singing. Now Whitman can be - St.at. Augustine then you might want to place tomato and heard through Unlaunch'd Unlaunch'd Voices, an evening with Tow that our green pepper plants in pots. These are W Walt Whitman, was conceived by Stephen Voices, a one-man drama to be per- hectic two easy to care for and move around at your formed by Stephen Collins, Thursday, Collins and written and directed by NiI weeks of holi- convenience to give you added enjoy- January 29, at 8 p.m. at BIG ARTS, Michael Keamy. Stephen Collins trained day celebrating are ment. 900 Dunlop Road, Sanibel. Tickets at as a Shakespearean actor and received a over and we can get Everytime I set out to buy a particular $20 each can be reserved by calling grant from tfie Massachusetts Cultural back to normal, it is plant I find three or four more just begging 395-0900. Council to produce this drama. The 44- time to think about our gardening again. to be brought home to my garden. My lat- year-old actor has been performing roles Our family did have a wonderful holiday The play opens with the elderly est acquisitions include a large desert rose, Whitman on the evening of his 70th birth- in Boston-area theaters for 25 years and season with 34 around the dinner table a hybrid crown of thorns that has fabulous teaches a Shakespeare acting class with on Christmas Day, ending with my 81st day. The audience is a visitor in his room large blossoms on it and a hybrid as he prepares to celebrate his birthday. the Concord Youth Theatre. Most recent- birthday celebration and a BBQ at son bougainvillea of pink and white. I keep my ly Collins appeared with the Concord Steve's; Whitman begins to reminisce and question friends busy planting all this variety for me his success as a man and poet. He Players as the stage manager in Our If you have spent much time mowing, to admire. I also added a coral colored remembers a mystical experience he had Town. watering and feeding your lawn, and it still rose to my garden and I am enjoying the in his 37th year that inspired him to write On Stage at BIG ARTS is a series of does not please you, it might be time to fragrance of cut roses in my house. A rose poetry. During this telling, Whitman trans- theatrical programs designed to promote consider xeroscape gardening, Sanibel garden is so easy to maintain in this cli- forms into his young self and shares the enjoyment of theater arts and to provide style. Now I don't mean that you must let mate with once a month feeding and rou- experiences that led to the creation of live, enriching theatrical experiences of a your yard grow up in weeds and tall grass tine watering. Leaves of Grass, the only collection of professional nature to the residents and and ignore it. This would be a good time It is now time to set out your poinsettia poems Whitman published, but ones he visitors of Sanibel and Captiva. Ruth to plant a few small Florida palms. Several plants, preferably on the north side of revised and expanded all his life. 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Native Horticulture • Concept To Completion GREEN MANSIONS Located at Periwinkle & Casa Ybel • 1700 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island, FL 472-1286 Store Hours Every Day - 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. 472-9300 m leaves. Tillandsia stricta resembles a clump of |The Simple Language Of Orchids Bromeliads, like orchids, rarely have grass, but blooms with a warm pink common names, so genus and species flower spike. ; °. Bromeliads — A Step Away From Orchids are used. My tank type, Aechrried fasciata, is by Dr. Faye Laurent Granberry, Sanibel orchid hobbyist In the terrestrials I grow Cryptanthus common in florist shops. Billbergias^ fosterianus that have undulating, with plain green leaves, bright blue and I romeliads on ors have turned my days into a lake maroon leaves. The C. 'Pink Starlite' has red inflorescence, are easy to grow. kSanibel are almost bank of pure romance. It only took three pink and green vegetation. You are invited to attend the Sanibel- Ei"as popular as hours to set my banks aflame with their Many of the old trees on Sanibel have Captiva Orchid Society meeting on orchids. The first time I unusual beauty. air plants (atmospherics) that has January 19, 1:30 p.m., Saint Michael & saw a bromeliad was so Moving from smooth, blade like evolved into some unusual shapes. The All Angels Church, Sanibel, 2304 long ago, I would date grasses, to sticky swords with Periwinkle Way. 472-2173. myself if I told you. I foliage, in a wide range of A selection of fine favorites and new Terry Shireman will discuss plants as remember it did not colors, they are unique. The introductions in the world of bromeliads. noted in his book, The Shell King. Judy look real. Rubber like elegant long lasting rosette Hicks will discuss bromeliads.^ foliage, exotic, boister- flowers, sometimes in weird Dr. Granberry is president of the ous, silk like red-pur- shapes and patterns, continue Sanibel-Captiva Orchid Society. She is plish flowers, hanging to put on a show month after a well-known orchid hobbyist lecturer, from turgid flower stalks month. If all of this is not Neoragelia Moana Beauty' writer, and a Master Gardener. She enthralled me, making enough they propagate by holds a BS degree in horticulture and me want that one and many more. I having babies, called pups. graduate degrees in psychology. thought "C'mon, this can not be real." Bromeliads are divided As we all know they are genuine plants. into two groups: those that As a close relative of the pineapple they live on land (terrestrials) and Call To Artists come to us from the tropical and sub- those that live in trees (epi- he Southwest Florida Craft Guild is tropical regions of the South, Central phytes). Some of the epi- and North America. All bromeliads, with now preparing for its annual Fine phytes have adapted so well Craft Market Day on Sanibel at the one African exception, are native to they receive all their nourish- T Sanibel Community House 2173 America. They establish their positions ment out of the air, are not in our landscape, leaving us almost satis- Periwinkle Way, Saturday, April 10, parasitic, and their roots are 9 a.m. to4 p.m. fied but wanting more. used for support. They manu- facture their food through The Guild sponsors this sale to pro- I needed to landscape a couple hun- mote member sales and invites area fine dred feet along the banks of the lake, in photosynthesis, decaying organic matter and rainwater. craft artists to join them for this juried back of my house, in a hurry last year, show. The event is the major scholarship so I turned to an instant landscape of These bromeliads are com- monly called air plants. fund raiser for area students of fine craft at bromeliads. A year later they are still Edison Community College and Cypress beautiful but need to be replanted and Examined closely, it is notice- able they do not have holding Center for the Arts. The art program at the area redesigned. During this time the Sanibel School will also benefit. they have needed little additional water, tanks but instead store their moisture in special cells (tri- Call Barbara Luck, 283-3984, for have taken care of themselves, have additional information arid applications.^ been easy to replant and their bright col- chomes) that covers the Nooregete 'Royal ConkmuV

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2255 W. Cyulf Drive » Casa Ybel Resort DINNER 239.472.9200 » www.thistlelodge.com THEATRE. 1380 Colonial Boulevard, Fort Myers www. BroadwayPalm. com exist because they are a source of useful Multifaceted items for those who know what to look for. Island Artist Exhibit Marissa Lewis began painting during her kindergarten year at Montesorri. In On Captiva 1999, her abstract work "Delaney" was he first art exhibition of this season exhibited at the grand opening of the Second Act Gallery at Royal Palm Square, BRING THE at the Captiva Civic Center will be "Multifaceted Island Artists." The An assistant State's Attorney sought to T buy it, but Marissa told him it was not for work of these artists represents a wide range of medians and creative expres- sale. Since then, she has exhibited at the sion, providing an interesting and fun First Union Bank on Captiva and at the WHOLE FAMILY exhibit. Their facets also include other CCA's Family Affair Exhibit. Her primary interesting occupations. Multifaceted medium is acrylics. Marissa Jives on Island Artists include: Amy Fleming, Captiva and is a student. The Ultimate Island Experii Marissa Lewis, Mark Lewis, Danny Mark Lewis states that in third grade Morgan, Thia Rodriguez and Janet his art teacher liked his drawings and Vince. asked him to copy a mountain range The opening reception will be scene. She complimented him on the, per- Wednesday, January 21 from 5 to 7 p.m. spective, which" came to him easily. Forty It is free and open to the public. years later he began sketching. He was Refreshments will be served. encouraged to develop his art by a men- Viewing days are Wednesdays and tor, and moved from pen and ink draw- Thursdays, from noon until 2 p.m. from ings to watercdors. He studied with January 22 through February 19. There Marjorie Bromsted, and soon began to will also be a viewing on Sunday, capture Olde Florida homes before they February 8 from noon until 1 p.m. The ; were demolished. His watercobrs and Captiva Civic Center is located at 11550 drawings are inspired by Southwest BRING THE WHOLE FAMILY Chapin Lane, Captiva. Florida and the Maine Coast. He exhibits on Captiva, Sanibel and in Maine. Mark is A few years ago, Amy Fleming began Captiva's resident postmaster. a series of scratchboard drawings depict- ing junk and salvage yards, Her interest in Singer, Songwriter, Guitarist, KIDS, KIDS, .3=^ this imagery stemmed from the fact that Bandleader, and Painter Danny Morgan, these sites are the repositories of a con- won an art award in first grade. Since sumer civilization that produces as much then he has divided his creative talents trash as it does useful items, She says that between music and art. Graduating num- OH KIDS! . things that we purchase and value for a ber one in his major with an art degree while are soon discarded, relegated to the from Eastern Kentucky University, he The Islands' trash heap and left to deteriorate. taught art in the Cincinnati Public However, junk and salvage yards also continued on page 25 Largest Selection! GULF COAST DAILY SPECIALS SYMPHONY Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner Andrew M. Kurtz • Music Director And Snacks In Between! Swing, Swing, Swing! FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT with Gary Guthman, jazz trumpet Saturday, January 24,2004 8pm LOCAL MUSICIANS DAILY One of North America's premier jazz trumpeters! \ DELIVERY AVAILABLE OltTSIDE DINING AVAILABLE A Barbra Streisand Evening: A Musical Tribute 7:30A.M. TIL 10:30 P.M. Sunday, February 22,. 2004 8pm An unforgettable evening of great Memories... OUTDOORS IN PARADISE, An Andrew Lloyd Webber & DINE WITH THE LOCALS! Stephen Sondheim Spectacularl Sunday, March 21,2004 8pm Frommers Dining Guide featuring Ravil Atlas,, star of Les Miz! Best Breakfast on Sanibel & Captiva Sponsored by: Historical Captiva Village

•re!w ( - ,J '•-•.. I Noel Freidline Jazz BIG ARTS 5 Quintet At BIG ARTS Film Series IG ARTS' Schein Performance Hall will be ow in its eighth year, BIG ARTS swinging Saturday, January 24 with the Film Society is pleased to contin- BNoel Freidline Jazz Quintet. Formed in Nue its Monday evening 1992, the Noel Freidline Quintet has developed a "Outstanding Films'" Series, starting signature sound built upon his innovative writing January 19 with a presentation of the and arranging for instruments and voice. Powered delightful comedy, Bend It Like by masterful musicianship and an infectious enthu- Beckham. This is the story of Jess, siasm for the music, the group is very fresh, cre- daughter of a traditional-style Indian ative and exciting. Performance time is 8 p.m. and family in London, whose dream is to tickets are available for $25. play professional soccer. Her family The group consists of Freidline, piano/vocals; must decide whether to let her chase her Renee Ebalaroza, vocals; Ken Tackett, drums; Elisa dream - and a soccer ball - or force her Pruett, bass/vocals and Christian Tamburr, vibes. to follow more orthodox ambitions. "There is no one star in this seasoned ensemble; Tickets are available in advance or at they are band in the true sense of the word. Each the door, Schein Hall at BIG ARTS, $5. member is constantly injecting musical ideas in the Showtime is 7 p.m. Following the film mix, creating a sound that is paradoxically very struc- there is a wine and cheese party for view- tured yet very fluid. ers, offering a casual opportunity to dis- "You won't find another band that swings as hard cuss the film. as the Noel Freidline Quintet. Their exuberant set the Noel Freidline Quintet Continuing BIG ARTS Film Society's flows through fresh interpretations of mainstream jazz standards, blues and pop tunes so effortlessly that audiences not only are left fine fi}ms this week, there will be a presen- tapping their toes, but standing and cheering for more. That's one reason why this immensely talented ensemble has built up a fol- tation of Big Fish at The Island Cinema, lowing that returns night after night." Vic Digenti, eight year executive producer Jacksonville Jazz Festival. Wednesday, January 21 at 3 p.m. This The members of the Quintet are experienced educators and clinicians and firmly believe that to keep something you have to give it film is the second offering in the away. They have spread their wealth of knowledge and experience to several universities. In addition, Freidline is currently writing a "Academy Award Nomination" book, Everything You Need to Know About the Music Business That They Didn't Teach You in School: A Practical Guide for Wednesday matinee series. Tickets for this the Working Musician. show are available in advance at BIG The Quintet has appeared at jazz festivals and concert performances throughout the United States, The Netherlands and ARTS until the evening of Tuesday, Switzerland. The Quintet has released several CD's, the latest Carry Me Home released in March 2003. For more information, call January 20. Thereafter, they are available BIG ARTS at 395-0900.* at The Island Cinema box office, $5. Dinner and discussion after the film will be held at The Sanibel Bean on Periwinkle

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This play was writ- Coconut Point Resort and Spa January JT Smith has been working with old 3 ten and is being produced with the per- 24. Savor a wonderful feast prepared by friends and pulling new strings to put a mission of Mike Fuery, the playwright. chef Richard McCreadie, garner a fabu- show on that is unlike anything the Old Needed are two lawyers, a female Florida lous item or two during the silent and Schoolhouse has done before. So look landowner, a mayor and an assistant 1 live auctions and dance the night away sharp and don't forget the hilarious Big Sun & Moon mayor, townies and protestors and a wild to the big band sounds of Sir John. All Bang staffing John Vessels and Billy in 14k White character named "Firecracker." There are proceeds benefit the Southwest Florida Breed, which has audience members in & Yellow Gold many parts for old and young. Everyone is Symphony Orchestra and their many stitches and is now playing until February $225 welcome, at any level of expertise. The programs. Cocktails are at 6 p.m. and 7; premise as Off Beach Players is that com- dinner is at 7 pm. Tickets are $150 per Stay tuned for more info on The munity theater should be of, by and for person or a patron table of eight for Sanibel Surprise. For ticket information, • 800-472-7572 the people. This play is definitely locally- $1,600. Call the symphony box office at call 472-6862.* 2407 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island, FL 33957 flavored entertainment that is accessible to 418-1500 for tickets and more informa- www.sanibelgoldsmith.com aspiring theater lovers. Please stop by tion.^ and sign up for backstage, props, costumes, makeup or set building. They are hoping to cast for additional shows from these auditions. For more information, call ;;••:•>•:•% Producer June Koc at 472-5400. • •*• Serving Dinner 7 Days They are also in need of rehearsal Space. JEAN LE BOEUF : 5-30 - 10pm If anyone has an extra space around 20 by FT r/iE;SNE.-.S«ES: 30 feet, call June.* Piano Bar • Private Parties 2761 West Gulf Drive Ample Parking From page 23 Adjacent to Nutmeg Village Island Artist Sanibel-472-1141 www.RivieraOfSanibel.com Schools, painted and played music on the weekends. A summer band job in Colorado • "\\ .: -I led to a full-time career in music. His move to Florida re-energized his painting. His rep- resentational paintings and prints have found their way into collections worldwide. He currently is focusing on abstract painting and adding new and colorful pieces to his body of work. Danny's message in his art: enjoy! In addition to being an artist, Thia Rodriguez is a practicing massage therapist on Sanibel. Her love of nature is an ongo- ing inspiration for her work. She works in a variety of mediums including drawing, photography, painting and mosaics. Mosaics to the Gulf Coast of Sanibel, enjoy Northern have been her passion for the last several Italian Cuisine & Mediterranean Specialties years. Stained glass, china, beads, jewelry as well as different types of tile are included in her pieces, Thia has had her work in the Seaweed Gallery on Sanibel, as well as Conic and experience doing private commissions throughout the area. a lastc of the "Sweet Life." Janet Vince was born in Surrey, England where she lived with her parents and elder brother for the first seven years of her life Taste Of World Cuisine before moving to Germany for two years. She then finished her college education in Dublin, Ireland. She worked for a long time 1 in the casino business as a croupier traveling I all over the world, before visiting the USA in Mr ' 1979, and spending time in California. She "discovered" Captiva in 1985, fell in love with the island and has lived here ever since. To a large extent she was a late bloomer in the art world, but once she made the decision to earn her livelihood at painting, she was off and running. Since then she has spent 16 years "colorizing" the neighbor- '""' * • it•""••? i-:-;.-;..j M.W'.: rw::\ :• •'-.• hood and has painted more things than she •":.•/'!) ft.!1.1'ii/ Lwi-u- Do/tC can remember, including her memorable /•i .'•" ii1:.11-'.1 :c J .Jiiwifi1 (I'."*.1! /run! A'O;: leopard skin station wagon. Whether it is a f mural, faux finish, or conventional canvas, she aims to be as creative as her talents will 0|>i'n ddil) (orDinnrr 5:30 lo 10:30p.m. Ioiinqi-anil [ntciLdinmi-nluntil 12:10.i.m. • All mdjorcredit ui(Is.ictrplcil • Specia1i/iii(|in priv.itc parties allow. To date, it seems to be working.^ Resolutions icciniimrmlfil • 12-U 1'eiiwinkle IV.iv • i72i5i5 • uuw.UolccViUOISfiiiibel.ioin 26 POINT Big Bong Even Funnier The Second Time Around by Pamela Gilbert Wortzel < laying once again at the Old PRESENTS schoolhouse Theater is last < Psummer's hilarious hit, The VAN CLIBURN WINNER Big Bang. It takes major comedic talent and rapid fire timing to carry C/3 off this manic musical spoof of his- Q JON I tory and performers John Vessels and Billy Breed reprise their roles with the same mindboggling ener- NAKAMATSU £ gy and versatility that made the show such a riot during its previ- TUESDAY, JANUARY 2O • 7:30 P.M. ous run. There's no sense tamper- ing with perfection and I can't VILLAGE CHURCH AUDITORIUM imagine any other actors handling this zany material better than these AT SHELL POINT RETIREMENT COMMUNITY two guys. Vessels and Breed play Jed SINGLE TICKETS: $25 • PUBLIC WELCOME! 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new work from The Ying's Life Music Project and Tchaikovsky's Quartet in D Major No. 1 Op 11. The Arris String Quartet will be performed. Bryan Wallick, a two-year recipient of a Sanibel Music Festival Young Artist Scholarship, is the first of three exceptional artists appearing in PianoFest. He will per- Ying String Quartet form Tuesday, March 9. In his twenties, Wallick has already created an impressive career path as a Gold Medalist at the Vladimir Horowitz International Piano Competition in Kiev, Ukraine and as a recipient of the Brahms' orchestral Associated Board International Scholarship at the Viola Quintet Op Royal Academy of Music in London where he finished 111., and Messiaen's his post graduate residence in 2003 under the tutelage dramatic Vingt of Christopher Elton. He was selected from more than Regards sur 150 applicants world-wide for this two-year fellowship. F'enfant Jesus. His September 2003 debut at London's Wigmore Hall This year, a new was a sold-out performance. Wallick will perform artistic concept, Sonata No. 1 by Australian composer Carl Vine, who "PianoFest," a festival wrote theme music for the 1996 Atlanta Olympics, within the festival, will the Bach/Busoni Chaconne in D Major, Mozart Sonata in D Ma'pr, Ravel's Mirroirs, and the showcase the versatili- Liszt/Horowitz Hungarian Rhapsody No. 2. ty and technique of three dynamic young One of the most dynamic and exciting young quar- pianists. Throughout tets performing today is The Jerusalem Quartet, who the month of March will appear at the Sanibel Music Festival Saturday, 2004 on Tuesdays March 13. Founded within the framework of the and Saturdays, con- Young Musicians' Group of the Jerusalem Music WuHan certs will be per- Centre and supported by Isaac Stern's America-Israel formed at 8:00 p.m. Cultural Foundation in co-operation with the Conservatory of the Jerusalem Rubin at the intimate setting The Jerusalem String Quartet Academy of Music and Dance, they gave their first concert in 1993. They were award- of the Sanibel ed first prize at both the Franz Schubert Chamber Music.Competition anc\,the Music of Congregational Church, 2050 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Fl. Don't expect the ordinary. the 20th Century music Competition Opening the season will be the Ying Quartet, resident artists at Harvard and in Graz Austria in 1997. The previous Eastman School of Music and the first all-sibling professional string quartet in more than year they were also awarded first prize a generation. They bring their extraordinary talent to the Sanibel Music Festival at the Jerusalem Academy Chamber Saturday, March 6. Natives of Chicago, the Yings began their Music Competition. career in 1992 as an ensemble in the farm town of Jesup, In their mid-twenties, the quartet Iowa, (population 2,000) as the first recipients of a National members include Alexander Endowment For the Pavlovsky, first violin; Sergei Arts grant to sup- Brevier, second violin; port chamber music Amichai Grosz, viola; and in rural America. Kyril Ziolnikov. cello. During Their residency was their Sanihel concert they will so successful; it was perfoim Haydn's Quartet in chronicled in both D Major Op 64 5 The Lark national and inter- This work is aptly named as national media. ii was written when Haydn was about to leave 30 years While in Jesup they Christopher Taylor. earned the 1993 of obsruie servitude in the Naumburg . Bryan Wallick Chamber Music Esterhazy household to mbve to London Award. where he achieved fame, fortune, and a In 1999, the Quartet that includes dazzling new career. In contrast, the Timothy Ying, violin; Phillip Ying, viola; Quartet will perform Shostakovich's Janet Ying, violin; and David Ying, cello Quartet no. 9. In 1960, Shostakovich was introduced LifeMusic, a multi-year commis- coerced into joining the Communist Party, sioning project supported by the Institute for an act he bitterly regretted. Written in American Music, designed to produce a dis- 1964, this work reflects the turmoil tinctively American string quartet repertoire. Shostakovich was experiencing within him- The Yings, who last appeared at the Festival self. The final worj^ in the program will be in 1996, wilt-pejjbrm with harp, flute and Ravel's String Quartet in F Major. Still clarinet Maurice Ravel's Introduction and modern after one hundred years, this work Allegro. In addition, Allegro Movements,,. JuHiard Vocal Ensemble is Ravel's only quartet and was composed from Mozart's works for flute and clarinet,"a while he was at the Paris Conservatoire. The Juilliard Vocal Ensemble with Piano arranged for piano by Sergi Rachmaninov: Zemlinsky's Quartet No. 4, Op.25. cycle, which is a 176 page score lasting Duo will perform Brahms' Liebeslieder Liebesleid (Love's Sorrow) and Zemlinksky's music, acclaimed during his two-and-a quarter hours, has been played 2J Waltzes Book 1 Tuesday, March 16. Liebesfreud (Love's Joy). lifetime, is having a deserved revival. He by Taylor from memory. At both the CO These 18 lush romantic love songs, pre- Winner of the Andrew Wolf Award for was Arnold Schoenberg's brother-in-law Gilmore Piano Festival in Kalamazoo April Z sented by SMF in 1990, will be interpreted pianists making a significant contribution to and a Mahler disciple, and his music some- 2003 and the Aspen Music Festival August O this year by Juilliard Opera Center Artists the world of chamber music, Wu Han has times sounds like a mixture of Mahler and 2003 Taylor played the entire work. Taylor c soprano Camille Zamora, mezzo soprano performed at New York's Chamber Music early Schoenberg. The Quartet No 4, in explains that although the title resists trans- Alison Tupay, tenor Waldo Gonzalez, and Society of Lincoln Center and with ensem- the form of a suite, captures the style of lation, it is most simply rendered by baritone Brian Mulligan. Twin sister duo bles such as the Orpheus Chamber Mahler, whom he greatly admired. James "Twenty Views of the Infant Jesus. "It pianists Desirae and Deondra Brown will Orchestra, the Orchestra of St. Luke's, and Griffith, Julliard graduate, violist with the reflects Messiaen's devout, mystical notion provide the piano accompaniment as well the Grammy Award-winning Emerson Naples Philharmonic Orchestra, and direc- that by examining the face of the baby as perform other piano duets. The pro- String Quartet on three continents to name tor of Florida Arts, will join the Artis Jesus, one could come to understand the gram will also feature opera arias. a few. Married to David Finckel, Emerson Quartet in Brahms' Viola Quintet in G fundamentals of Christian doctrine. The Juilliard Opera Center is a program Quartet cellist who appeared: at the Festival Major Op. 111. Taylor undertook the work in its entirety that accepts singers who have already in 1997, together they launched Christopher Taylor, one of the most when he received an offer from Columbia's completed their formal training and who Music@Menlo, a new chamber music festi- impressive young pianists in the nation University to perform it in February 2001. demonstrate noteworthy potential for a val in Silicon Valley in summer 2003. This today, is the third artist appearing in The New York Times gave the perfor- career as an operatic performer. The pro- new festival has attracted widespread atten- PianoFest Saturday, March 27. Numerous mance a stellar review: "The depth of gram offers singers performance experi- tion and international acclaim for its innov- awards have confirmed Taylor's high Christopher Taylor's intelligence is intimi- ence and an intensive course of practical ative programming and roster of word- standing in the musical world. He was dating. Before a rapt audience .. .Taylor study. The artists perform major roles in class artists. named an American Pianists' Association gave an astonishing performance of some the Center's public productions in the The Artis Quartet, an extraordinary Fellow for 2000. Before that he received of the most difficult music ever written for Juilliard Theater with the Juilliard Viennese group of pinpoint precision an Avery Fisher Career Grant in 1996 and the piano.. .His performance was a high- Orchestra. artists, bring to the Festival Tuesday, March the Bronze Medal in the 1993 Van Clibum light of the season and already represents Pianist Wu Han, the second artist 23 new dimensions to the rich and elegant International Piano Competition, where he an astonishing achievement." appearing in "PianoFest," is one of today's Viennese string quartet tradition. Founded was the first American to receive such high Tickets may be purchased for the seven most talked-about classical artists. A dynam- in 1980 when its members graduated from recognition in 12 years. In 1990, he took concert series at $165; four Saturday ic recitalist, concert pianist, chamber player, the Musikhochschule in Vienna, the Artis first prize in the William Kapell series at $95; three Tuesday series at $75 and educator, she brings her splendid tech- Quartet was soon winning awards at inter- International Piano Competition and also by contacting the Sanibel Music Festival, nical and interpretive finesse to the Festival national competitions. The foursome - vio- became one of the first recipients of the P.O. Box 1623, Sanibel FL 33957-1623 Saturday, March 20. linists Peter Schuhmayer and Johannes Irving Gilmore Young Artiste' Award. or by calling 336-7999. Single tickets may Wu Han will perform Beethoven's Meissl, violist Herbert Kefer and cellist Taylor will open his program with be purchased by mail or phone and will be Tempest Sonata, a composition described Othmar Mueller - will open their program Beethoven's Sonata Op.2 No.2in A available January 15 at Bailey's store and by Alfred Brendel as "an angel between with Mozart's Quartet in D Major K575. major. This work shows a facet of Macintosh Bookshop on Sanibel. (checks two demons." Whether inspired by This work was intended to be a set of six Beethoven's personality often overlooked: only) Shakespeare or his increasing deafness, for Frederick, King of Prussia, a cellist and his brusque, yet good-natured and subtle For ticket information and a detailed Beethoven's piece is both stormy and sub- patron of the arts. In 1789, Mozart's wife sense of humor. He will conclude his per- brochure, call 336-7999 or visit www.sani- lime. 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Four Top Players Auction Tournament Gone Due To Budget Balancing ootball Hall of Famer Jim Kelly has he Florida Gulf Coast University by Ed Frank invited a number of friends and Hockey Club's second annual Fcelebrities to participate in the TCompuware Gulf Coast Clash tour- n little more than a month, the Minnesota Twins and the Boston Inaugural Drive "Fore" Hope Golf Classic nament kicks off 8:30 p.m., Friday, Red Sox will invade Fort Myers for the beginning of spring train- fund-raiser scheduled for Saturday, January 16 in the TECO Arena blue rink Iing - the Twins as defending American League Central Division March 27, at Heritage Palms Golf and with No. 3-tied FGCU Eagles taking on champions and the Red Sox a team that was five outs away from Country Club in South Fort Myers. No. 8 University of Central Florida advancing to the 2003 World Series and a chance for its first title Among those invited to play are Bert Knights. in 85 years. Blyleven, Kent Hall, Billy Joe Hobert, The three-day, nine-game event brings This week we will preview the Twins followed by a look at the Bemie Kosar and Earl Morral. Kelly is together five of the top 10 teams in the Red Sox next week. waiting to hear back from many other American Collegiate Hockey Association Minnesota won its second consecutive AL Central crown last invited celebrities. (www.achahockey.org) Division III South season, but failed to advance beyond the first round of the playoffs when eliminated All proceeds from the tournament will Region. by the New York Yankees in four games. The roster this year has been reshuffled be donated to the Hunter's Hope Other teams competing for the Gulf somewhat to keep the team payroll at the same $56 million on orders by Twins Foundation, a nonprofit organization that Coast Cup include Embry-Riddle ownership. raises money to support research efforts Aeronautical University, Kennesaw State The biggest change - and the biggest challenge - will be the bullpen due to the to find a cure for Krabbe Leukodystrophy. University (No. 7-GA), University of South departures of All-Star closer Eddie Guardado and prize set-up man La Troy The genetic disorder affects the nervous Florida (tied No. 3) and Honda Atlantic Hawkins. Guardado, who averaged more than 40 saves a season, has been among system in about one in 100,000 babies. University (No. 9), which beat FGCU to the league leaders in saves for several seasons. Kelly and his wife, Jill Kelly, established win last year's tournament. 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Bob Wigley, honorary chairman of the Sanctuary Community Golf Challenge, Betsy Standing in the future courtyard, in front of the soon-to-be-completed cafeteria of the new Ventura, Sanibel School Campaign co-chair, Cassi Almeida, 7th grader, Eric Anderson, school are (I to r) Betsy Ventura, Sanibel School Campaign co-chair, Bob Wigley, hon- 6th grader, and Barbara Von Harten, school principal prepare to "raise the temperature" orary chairman of the Sanctuary Community Golf Challenge, Barbara Von Harten, school of the campaign principal, and John Schubert, golf challenge committee member. Campaign as the beneficiary of this year's Golf Challenge," said Betsy Ventura, Sanibel long time Sanibel resident, community supporter and all-round nice guy, Bob School Campaign Co-Chair. "The Campaign just reached $650,000; we are excited to Wigley, is the honorary chairman of the 2004 Sanctuary Community Golf be at that level but we still have a way to go to meet our goal of $1,000,000 to proper- AChallenge. "For years Bob has been active with a wide range of island organi- ly outfit the new school. So, we need the support of island organizations like the zations donating time, talent and finances in a most generous way," commented Sanctuary Golf Club. Many individual Sanctuary members, especially those who have John Schubert, a member of the Golf Challenge Committee. "We are delighted that toured our existing facilities, have already been supportive of the campaign. This addi- Bob has chosen to participate with us in supporting the Sanibel School Fund tional support from the Sanctuary as a club is especially gratifying and immensely help- through the Sanctuary Community Golf Challenge." ful." •. . • • "The. Sanibel School is a tremendous asset for our island community," stated Wigley. "The teachers, administrators, parents and students do a great job and definitely deserve "Ann and I are social members at the Sanctuary Golf Club," continued Wigley. "This the support of our entire community. That includes permanent residents, winter resi- action by the Sanctuary makes me very proud. It's an appropriate way for the dents, businesses, and people who work here. Without such a dynamic, achievement- Sanctuary community to continue to play an active role in our larger island community oriented school our overall community would be something less than what we have". and I'm thrilled to be a part of it. I hope our community will support the Community Golf Challenge by playing or participating as sponsors or both." The Sanctuary Golf Club is working closely with the Community Foundation of Sanibel and Captiva (of which Bob Wigley is a founder). As with last year's Community Entries for golf are accepted on a first-come basis and space is limited. Various spon- Golf Challenge, proceeds from the January 31 event will be given to the foundation. sorship levels remain available with a range of benefits available for sponsors. Call Art The foundation, at the direction of the Sanctuary Golf Club, will send the funds to the Smithwick, head professional, at the Sanctuary Golf Club at 472-6223 for information Sanibel School Fund. "We are elated that the Sanctuary has chosen the Sanibel School about playing in the Golf Challenge. For information about sponsorships, call Chuck Ketteman at 395-9628.#

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European contact with the fierce Calusa "I'm thrilled with both Bob and nonfiction reading on the shelves And don't forget the Library Book Indians who once dominated Southwest Bonne's work on my play and am so look- Tat the Sanibel Public Library. The Discussion Group on January 28 at Florida. ing forward to being on Sanibel for the Olive Season: Amour,a New Life, and 2:00 p.m. We'll be talking about The For more information, call Macintosh opening," Baehr said of the collaboration. Olives too... by Carol Drinkwater is a Secret History by Donna Tartt. When Books at 472-1447.* The three spent days in Baehr's cozy East combination of memoir, travelogue and this book came out Tartt was reported Hampton shingled cottage reworking the olive-growing "how-to" centered on the to have been paid the highest publishing script and getting acquainted with the author's farm in southern France. If you advance ever for a first book. A New Noted Author multi-dimensional character Baehr has enjoy Peter Mayle's Provence books, York Times Notable Book", it-tells the created. It is an amalgam of reality and you are sure to like this one. In Sicily by story of supposedly brilliant students at a And Playwright more, and Baehr looks forward to experi- Norman Lewis will encourage readers to posh Vermont school (could it be encing Grossmann and Kalfin giving both visit and experience Sicily through his Bennington?) who are involved in two Comes To Sanibel a voice and a vision to her words. descriptions of small towns on the island murders, one "accidental" and one delib- he has seen her words in print - Theatregoers will have two chances to and his colorful anecdotes. He talks at erate. her book excerpted in The New learn more about the play, the process length about the mafia and its influence These and other titles may be York Times and The Ladies and the recesses of Baehr's comedic mind on Sicily's daily life and includes chilling S in two talk-backs which are scheduled with reserved by calling the library at Home Journal, but she will see them stories of a 1947 massacre. 472-2483, or by logging on to the web- come to life for the very first time at The her and director Kalfin. They will follow There are some new offerings from site at www.sanlib.org. Library hours are Periwinkle Playhouse next week. New the Sunday matinee and the Tuesday some of our favorite bestselling authors. Mondays and Thursdays, 9 a.m. to York Author Consuelo Saah Baehr will evening performance. Thinner Thighs In Belva Plain, well-known author of many 8 p.m.; Tuesday/Wednesday, Friday travel to Sanibel to watch the world pre- Twenty Years runs from January 17 family sagas, is back with her twenty-first and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.& mier of her play, Thinner Thighs In through 24 at The Periwinkle Playhouse, novel, The Sight of the Stars, in which Kathleen Teaze is assistant director Twenty Years which runs from January 2200 Periwinkle Way, Saturday through four generations journey through years of the Sanibel Public Library. 17 through the 24. Noted Broadway Saturday at 8 p.m. with Sunday matinee of love loss, sacrifice, and unimaginable director, Robert Kalfin, returns to at 3 p.m. No performance on betrayal. Sanibel directing this brand new one- Wednesday. Tickets for all performances Anne Tyler, winner of the Pulitzer Book Signing woman show. The thought-provoking are $17. 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"She found in her 60s women upon returning from any absence, long or the great gift of my 60s," and quotes from Heilbrun had friends whose intimacy helped short, been greeted by a loving dog can a poem by WH Auden: "At 20 we find Cdecided early to make the sixties my happi- understand what devotion is." She equates our friends for ourselves, but it takes on to die at 70, but est decade" and she continued this illustration of change in her Heaven to find us one when we are 57." she waited until this the friendships with the men attitude toward dog In her chapter, "Sex and Romance," past year when she she had conversed with for ownership with the she advises, "I suggest that the 'elderly' was 77 to take her years. One of her friends danger she per- leave romance to the young, and welcome own life. The sui- was the writer, May Sarton. ceives of allowing friendship." By the chapter's end, when cide note she left for who during a lecture on oneself to be she has thoroughly examined the Subject her husband read, age, said, "This is the best "trapped in one's and found it mostly wanting, she apolo- "The journey is time of my life. I love body and one's gizes in a droll way, "I do wish I could say over, love to all." being old. Because I am Carolyn Heilbrun habits... not to discover this in a sexier way." A later chapter, Already famous as more myself than I have new choices and to act "Living With Men," is also straightforward author of the Amanda Cross mystery ever been... I am surer upon them." The years and amusing, she reassures us, "Loathing series and several books on women's of what my life is after 60 "...give us the Rush Limbaugh and Pat Robertson does lives, she wrote The Last Gift of Time, about, have less self- chance to get out," from not imply a hatred of 'men.'" But she Life Beyond Sixty, at age 71 instead of doubt to conquer." jobs, marriage, friendships allows that most women at some time in following her original plan. She In the chapter, and habits. She recom- their lives harbor the opinion that men are observed that her past 10 years had "The Small House" mends finding something outrageous monsters of insensitivity who been very pleasurable, "I find it power- Heilbrun explains difficult to learn or do; a probably should be shunned for life "if we fully reassuring now to think of life as her purchase of a pursuit that requires concen- could only figure out any way to do with- borrowed time. Each day one can say to house of her own tration and dedication, out them." But in her last chapter "on oneself: I can always die; do I choose in her late 60s. whether it be volunteer work, mortality" she has come finally to an death or life?" She already had a politics, studying Shakespeare awareness that encompasses her mar- There are many books written about another house, or playing the piano. riage, "And now that I have got used to the stages of life from infancy through shared with her my husband expecting neither more nor husband and visited by The benefits of email for the adolescence but few that examine the older person is touted by less than who he is... I have found life later periods of our life. The Last Gift of the extended families of her good..." grown children on the weekends. She Heilbrun, "It reaches into our pri- Time is an insight into those years by a vacy without invading it... it The Last Gift of Time is available at thoughtful and gifted writer. Heilbrun in describes the lure of solitude, late in life as the "...temptation of the happily paired; inspires us to confidences and the practice the libraries in Lee County and can be her preface advises women of 50 to look of wit." 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We want them consultants to vigorously defend both law- high span structure. The city was ^ County) are in breach and need to com- (the county) to repair the existing one suits. opposed to that decision and has argued -J ply" with the contract, he added. The suit now. 2. Reconfirmed that the county is com- that if the bridge had been maintained, it z also alleges the county breached its own "Our suit is about the citizens who pay mitted to develop and construct a replace- might not be questionable now. But ^ Comprehensive Plan in which capital the tolls. The Lee Board of County ment fixed span for the current draw- even under that circumstance the cost to Q improvements specify rehabilitation, not Commissioners no longer is responsive to bridge. rehabilitate the drawbridge now would z replacement of the drawbridge. The city is the people," he continued. "They allowed 3. Authorized limited county staff con- only be in the $6 million range versus 5 seeking an injunction enjoining and the bridge to become dilapidated while tact with the City of Sanibel until an $19 million to replace it. Further com- — restraining the county from taking any they go spend money to build flyovers that answer is filed in the Sanibel lawsuit, and plicating the issue is the second lawsuit action to replace Span A. nobody wants and that will destroy busi- then only to matters involving the settle- filed against the county by the Save Our While Sanibel's suit makes specific alle- ness." ment of the lawsuit under either Florida Bay group (SOB), also alleging that the gations of damages, no damages currently Brookes said if the bridge was to fall Statutes Chapter 164 (dispute resolution drawbridge was not maintained properly are being sought, Cuyler said. and people hurt, the City of Sanibel would process), court direction or invitation by because the county diverted toll money In lawsuits between governments, there be liable under torte. The SOB group either party. that should have been used for mainte- are certain requirements for the two to wants the county to make repairs before 4. Proceeded with the closing of $61.7 nance to other county projects. discuss issues, a "dispute resolution proce- this happens.^? million of bonds sold to refinance bonds The issue has become a tangled web of dure" not unlike forced mediation, he originally issued in 1995 to finance the different interests. From the city's per- explained. Once the suit is assigned to a construction of the Midpoint Memorial spective, a rehabilitated drawbridge means judge, that will be the next step, he said. From page 1 Bridge. The county expects a savings of that the entrance to the island retains its Ralf Brookes, attorney for the SOBs, about $2.5 million from the refinancing.^ "Old Florida" ambiance and the city will said Lee County is collecting $25 million a Lawsuits Halt continue to receive the revenues from tolls year in tolls from both Cape Coral bridges and overweight vehicle charges. The and the Sanibel Causeway bridge. "That's Causeway City-County... county on the other hand has never made $100 million every four years, enough to it a secret that they want to replace the build a new Sanibel bridge right now. And Bond Financing Who Will drawbridge with a high span structure and case law says that if you have excess profit can pay for it from toll revenues. The from bridge tolls, it constitutes an illegal problem is that once toll revenues are tax," Brookes said. County attorneys and financial staff will Blink First? analyze the impacts over the next several diverted to paying off the construction The county is collecting $4 1/2 million weeks. In the meantime, the BOCC at its by Jim George bonds, the revenues normally flowing to in profits from Sanibel tolls alone and next meeting (January 20) will consider he City Council's decision to sUe continued on page 54 "spending very little of that on the repair approving a $20 million loan from the and maintenance of causeway bridges. Lee County over breach of the county's General Fund Reserves to contin- Interlocal Agreement has island And yet they want to spend $10 million ue with the replacement of the T residents speculating on the outcome on a flyover at San Carlos and Summerlin Causeway's fixed spans (bridges B and C)

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South Seas Resort South Seas Resort; r Office North End On-Site Office South End Oil-Site OftS* ip2Q,Peri'vvinklte Way 1451 Middle Gulf,ft:; •"; 970 Plantation Rd,^ 5400 Plantation Wt.; W/^-- •;• 239-472^:1994: > A;v.f. f Shopping With Camille | With A Full Schedule Of Exciting Events, Who Has Time To Shop? help out your pooch in touch with his/her psyche. by Camille Kucaba Reining are Golden Paw Grooming, Pet Caricaturist Michael Workman, . h, happy day! That popular Dudley™ Bakery, the Pet Wellness Center and Dog Masseuse Missy Lawrence. 1 gastronomic event, the sev- This "do" benefits the Animal Refuge Center in Fort Myers and the Adopt A Grevhound program (yes, greyhounds and other pets will be available for adoption . O_ !enth annual Tropical Sun begfnslt noon with greyhounds leading the doggie parade. There= are raffles , Cooking Extravaganza, returns to and door prizes, of course... and the dog show sports categories like the face only a Sanibel January 23 through 30 at mother could love." Stop in and enjoy at 2340 Periwinkle Way. The Timbers. Coming up Monday, January 26: an Irish Tea Party sponsored by the This fabulous series of cooking Horticulture and Tea Society of classes fills up fast - the delightful Sanibel-Captiva (HATS). The Loretta Paganini has built quite a deli- program features Jim McLaughlin, cious reputation on our island -- so be WINK-TV news anchor (and gourmet among the first to register. Call 888- chef!), along with Martha Goff, for- 434-5987 or email [email protected]. mer president of the Bonsai Society Tasty topics for the cooking sessions, which run from of Southwest Florida. This master 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. each day, include "Grilling from A gardener will share the "how to" of Tuscan Farmhouse" on the 23rd, when we'll learn to beautiful bonsai plants. make orange rosemary shrimp on canellini bean salad, HATS organizers say a mystery grilled Florentine steak with smoked tomato sauce and Loretta Paganini musical guest also, will appear, and panzanella, among other tempting dishes. they encourage you to wear some- Loretta follows with LaCucina Italiana (I ve always thing green. The program runs from wanted to learn how to make cheese tortelloni); Fabulous, Fresh and Fast 1 to 3:30 p.m. (you can dash right Entertaining (I'm for that, especially when it features a spectacular crab salad in a from the cooking extravaganza at martini glass, seared tuna on micro greens and - my weakness - a dessert of cap- The Timbers to Saint Michael ana d puccino mousse in chocolate cups); Cooking from an Herb Garden; A Fish Story All Angels Episcopal Churchh h at 23023 4 plenty of product to work with here on Sanibel Island); and Quick and Easy Periwinkle Way and not miss a Gourmet. Individual classes go for $75 each, the series of six for $395. See you thing!). As usual, there will be door < prizes, raffles and refreshments, all Taike a break on Saturday, January 24, and attend the second annual Doggie for $3 per person. Reserve by calling Do at The Village Shops. Last year was so popular - and so successful -- the mer- 472-8334 or visit chants are inviting us back for more doings geared to dogs and dog lovers. www.hatssancap.org. New this year are Paws Photography (pet portraits) and a dog fashion show plus Another "don't miss" opportunity an art show at the Matsumoto Gallery called (what else?) Dog and Pony Show featur- on Monday, January 24: Designer A sampling of the quintessential handbag a la ing new works in oil by Sherry Chiverton Rohl. A pet psychic will be on hand to Mary Frances Shaffer will be signing Mary Frances

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Island Tennis these events in the proper sequence and > These "wow" creations are| fashionable, dazzling, more than collectible - truly Adjusting the amount of your back- in a fluid fashion, you'll become a consis- p works of art (many one of a kind!). And whether bold and tiaring or coy and femi- swing is relative to the depth, speed and tent and perhaps an advanced player. £2 nine, they make a statement.] Every woman should own at least one. difficulty of the incoming ball. I recom- Your ground strokes are the building z It's that time of year... pull (together your tax stuff, hear that "I-wish-1-had- mend a short compact backswing but blocks that support your tennis. ^ planned-ahead" phrase runnirig through your head. keeping in mind the bigger the back- Work on the basics and your game > Well, don't wait till 2005 - take advantage of the Michael P. Arnheiter swing, the more racket head speed that wili continue to evolve a/id the game of ^ Financial Workshop series Tanning in January, February arid March. The first, is able to be generated. With this in tennis will serve you well. > entitled 401K for Small Business, is set for Tuesday, January 20, at 10 a.m. at the mind, it is important to find a compro- Enjoy the "" Sanibel Community House (with complimentary lunch at The Island Cow!). mise with your amount of backswing Upcoming topics for these "work along" financial sessions include Charitable between power, loss of timing (hitting Sanibel Historical Village Giving, Investment Management, Retirement Plan Distribution and Investment late) and ball control. In general, the Fundamentals. The February dates are the 3rd and 17th. Watch the Island Sun for more difficult the incoming ball, the & Museum additional information, and call 472-7811 to register. more compact swing and the easier the Location: Dunlop Rd. next to BIG ARTS With 16 years experience in the insurance and financial services industries - ball, the more backswing you can add. Hours: Wed.-Sat., 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. including eight as a New York Life agent - Arnheiter is a Sanibel resident and an The progression in the ground-stroke Phone: 472-4648 investment advisor representative with Eagle Strategies. is: tracking the ball, preparation, weight In the mood for a little blue grass and jazz? Then catch the Alison Brown Quartet in concert tonight (Friday, January 16) at The Periwinkle Playhouse. Call the box office, 472-0324. j And the second annual "Bridge Bash" (remember when the causeway closed for .. "Hurricane Lane..." repairs last year at this time?) ^akes place Monday, January 19, at The Island Cow with free beer and wine all day (of course those of us who work will have to wait till 3 bedrm plus Murphy later). Stop in for breakfast, kjnch or dinner and listen to Danny Morgan and friends bed. Lake views from 2 entertain. Proceeds benefit Saiiibel School Fund For Kids' Sake Campaign.^ screened (Camille loves to hear front readers. Email [email protected].) porches. ' Room for C-D Flight pool. Beach Nifty Niners First place, Pat Coughlin and Roberta access too! he results for the Nifty Niners two Rohl, 28. person better ball match ljield on Second place (tie), Virginia Green and $599,000 January 8 are as follows! Gwen Trautwein; Betty Long and Marge T York, 32. A-B Flight First place, Jeannie Lindmap and Birdies: Jeannie Lindman, #1 Su&atvA ndrewy to Chip-ins: Jeannie Lindman, #1 Nancy Hopkins, 23. j 3 VIP Realty Croup, Inc. 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Suite 320, Fort Myers, Florida 33919 Broker Associate www.sanibelcaptivarealtors.com Broker Associate However, toward the end of six Reflections months, late in the season and on Sundays after sundown, my good humor Timeout, Last Play, flags a bit and my mood is churlish. Stop The Clock What? It is not yet halftime of the third game of the day and dinner grows cold — by Priscilla during a delay of game. What is the Friedersdorf proper penalty for that, I fume. No, now 'he road to the game is tied, an overtime, a man hell is said to down on the field, they are getting the 1I 'bbe paved with yard markers out, they have called the good intentions and play back, both teams are offside and my Patn during the penalties have been declined. What football season will they think of next to further shrivel accumulates boul- and dry my no-fail football menu and ders. The season test my yearly resolve of patience? starts off with But courage, before long spring will something like a televised football sum- be here and the hushed voices of a bevy mer camp which is called pre-season. of golf commentators will come rolling While this does not figure in the ultimate • gravely from the next room whispering scheme of things it portends the fate of the tournament to end all tourna- lying ahead and is therefore considered ments, doglegs to the left, doglegs to the imminently watchable. right, sand traps, roughs, out of bounds, In my sweet, little, wifey way I feign all expertly described shot by shot. I will interest in the outcome of games, slump over the stove stirring my little pot though I don't watch, and still recall filled to overflowing with a mix of cha- some organizations by their rightful grin and impatience when they names; the Baltimore Colts, the announce the leaders on the leader Houston Oilers, the Los Angeles Rams. I board remain in a three way tie on the cheerily carry cold beers or hot tea, fruit final round necessitating extra holes and INTERIOR S wonder if it is possible that I also can by Decorating Den" and salty snacks to the viewing room as the months change from summer to fall survive sudden death.# 695 Tarpon Bay Road, #15 and then to winter. I use the spare ten SANIBEL PROMENADE hours each weekend to watch old films in another room and patiently clip good Cindy Malszycki Carol Gagnon MarciaFeeney JeanieTinch (Across From The Post Office) casserole recipes suitable for New Year's Our E-Mail address is Call now for a ' 8:30-4:30 Mon-Fri •(239)472-6551 Bowl games, AFL/NFL Allstars or the complimentary consultation. i-ook For Our Decorating Tips In This Issue!ultimate in footballdom, Super Bowl [email protected] Sunday. • www.DecoratingDen.com

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So if you're ready to stop looking and start really living, 239.454.4140 you've finally arrived...at Prentiss Pointe. „. www.PrentissPointe.com five to seven years minimum from the f Will Power date of anticipated retirement. That way instead of reinvesting all profits earned 5 Exiting The Family Business back into the business, some cash may ee County Courthouse recorded the be pulled out to fund retirement following real estate deeds: > by Craig R. Hersch, Florida Bar Board Certified Wills, Trusts & Estates Attorney; CPA accounts. Lines of credit with banks can 1425,000: Ledbetter, Candace A., be renegotiated to exclude personal 1228 Anhinga Lane. I eorge (not his "First we need to look at the options. guarantees from the retiring party, and • real name) and I For example, you came into my office $445,000: MacDonald, Robert B. the new line of management can have Cotr and MacDonald, Arlene S. Cotr, 'discussed his stating that you wanted to turn the busi- time to determine their respective impending departure ness over to your son and daughter. In 5663 Baltusrol Court unit 1A. responsibilities and working relation- $675,000: Schneider, Richard and from the family busi- the very next breath, however, you indi- ships. ness he created more cated trepidation that if you turn the Joyanne, 6152 Henderson Road. ©2004 Craig R. Hersch. Craig can $300,000: Stevens, Thomas and than forty years ago. business over to them, that they may not be reached at [email protected] He had read numer- succeed. If you sell the business and take Linda, 1225 Kittiwake Circle. ous articles and had back a promissory note, then your retire- $430,000: Benjamin, Barbara A., been consulting with ment is going to depend upon their suc- 631 Nerita Street unit B. me to decide the best cess. Should they fail you could find $292,500: Kustritz, Eric M. and Lori, way to turn the business over to the next yourself in quite a mess." Top Producers 1250 Tennisplace Court unit E31. generation. "But those kids have worked in the $825,000: Reid, Joseph W. and "The thing is," he said with a worried business for over twenty years," George Elizabeth S., 3240 Twin Lakes Lane. look on his face, "that even though I said. "What are they to do if I don't sell $1,600,000: Booth, Howard S. and have built this business into quite a suc- or give them the business?" Luanne 55% and Booth, Scoth D. and cess, and I've made a lot of money at it, "I'm not suggesting that you don't Alyson 45%, 15301 Captiva Drive. I always plowed all of that money back somehow transfer the business to them. $1,875,000: Brookes, Victoria L. Tr, into the business. My net worth consists There remain a number of alternatives. 1616 Lands End Village. mostly of the business itself. I don't own You could sell the business to a third $633,600: Powell, William A. E. and a lot of stocks, bonds and real estate." party, of course, and give your son and Kathrynne, 4430 Schooner Drive. Indeed, a review of George's financial daughter generous bonuses to start their $760,000: Huber, Steven W. and statement confirmed what he was say- own businesses." Laura K., 4560 Schooner Drive.^ ing. The business was worth several mil- "But 1 would like to see them succeed Robin Humphrey Kara Cuscaden lion dollars. His available liquid invest- at it. I just don't want to be tied to their ments, including cash, however, totaled success. If that is the case, I'm likely to IP Realty Group, Inc. has Sanibel Historical Village less than $500,000. How could George meddle and then they can grow intoler- announced December Associates & Museum "walk away" from this business that he ant of me. I know they have their own of the Month from the Sanibel V Location: Dunlop Rd. next to BIG ARTS built, with a secure retirement and away ideas to bring the business into the new office. Robin Humphrey was named Top from the worry that the next generation century and I don't necessarily want to Sales Associate and Top Listing Hours: Wed.-Sat., 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. wouldn't run the business into the get in their way." Associate, and Kara "KC" Cuscaden was Phone: 472-4648 ground? I paused for a moment and came up named Top Producer.^ This is a very real problem for many with another idea, "what if you were to closely-held business owners., Their have them secure bank financing for all attorneys, financial advisors and accoun- or a portion of the purchase price. That tants tell them that for a number of rea- way, you are not entirely dependent sons, including tax, financial, physical upon how they decide to manage the and mental well-being, to name a few, business, they will have their freedom that they should, at some point walk but you will have your cash. Interest away from the business. But many, like rates are favorable today and the busi- George, find themselves unable to do so. ness can justify debt for the redemption "There are a number of options," I of your stock." I began, "but we're going to have to put a George's face brightened. "That is a lot of thought into this. This is not a good start," he said. •> "5 Q. decision that can or should be made in But it was that. Just a start. 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Dr. Facilitator at 395-0995, or email Jan at realize this is not uncommon but, for her it • Eight million American women and Strum is the co-founder and former med- [email protected].* was all so unnecessary. two million American men have osteo- ical director of the Prostate Cancer My father is lost without her and I have porosis, and 18 million more have low Research Institute (PCRI), a non-profit lost my best friend. bone density. organization dedicated to empowering Speakers Please get the message out to women • One in two women and one in eight patients with excellent information. 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TRACTOR SERVICE LEGAL SERVICES JACK OF ALL TRADES BILLY'S TRACTOR SERVICE ittt HendersonlFranklin U3 | ATTORNEYS AT LAW SERVING SANIBEL & CAPTIVA ISLANDS A full service law firm serving the ALMOST ANYTHING PARKING LOT GRADING Southwest Florida Community for more than 75 years HOUSE & YARD & BEYOND PRIVATE ROADS & DRIVEWAYS Real Estate Transactions • Land Use Law Cleaning the garage to washing dishes. I'll wax the car or Estate Plan, ting and Administration ' Business and Tax Litigation go to the grocery store. Light landscaping (including design) HEAVY BUSH HOG MOWING Marital and Family Law or a ride to the doctor or even the airport. I'll weed, organize, PHONE 472-4919 • MOBIL 872-0435 • FAX 472-0348 Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A. pet sit, house sit or people sit. I like to be helpful. CALL FOR QUOTE FOR YEARLY MAINTENANCE CONTRACT 1648 Periw nkle Way, Suite B, Sanibel, Florida 33957 • 472-6700 CHARLIE KASHNER (WHEN A BIKE CAN'T HANDLE THE JOB) Fort Myers, 334-4121 • Bonita Springs, 498-6222 239-826-2070 • ISLAND RESIDENT

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Michaei LICENSED CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER Table Window Tops Repair B.A., M.A., D.C. Individual • Couples * Chiropractor SpedalUtt in GUu$ 18 years experience Family Therapy Mirrvn, Mirrored Walls, Tub & Shower Enclosures, IMMEDIATE APPOINTMENTS • 472-0900 Storo Fronts, Sliding Glass Doors, Plate Glass 395-3727 We're Island residents here to serve you , -,, -,, 2416 Palm Ridge Road when you're in need. Call for prompt it c T >' [email protected] appointment even after hours and weekends \Across trom Jeri7s Sanibel Island, FL 33957 472-0032 License # SW7306 • Insurance Information Prov ided ,s HELP WANTED HELP WANTED SERVICES OFFERED REAL ESTATE REAL ESTATE

IMMEDIATE RECEPTIONIST/OFFICE ASST POOL DECK RESURFACING ISeaitm 5ACRES OPENINGS Exp. customer service pro and mulS-tasker, Patio & Driveway Reseal, Masonry & phones, fax, mailings, copying, scheduling & CLOSE TO BEACH Pizza Cook and Prep, Delivery staff, Tile, Tile Repair, General Handyman. SOBCZAK'S Includes lake. RM-8 up to Excellent tips! Apply in person. misc. office duties for busy Sanibel office. Exp. in MS Word, Excel, outlook. PT, M-F, $8-10 Call Dm DeVbe 481-5176, BESTSELLERS!! 28 units. All utilities. 3 Johnny's Pizza, Its not about real estate, Re/Max of the Islands. 2496-B Palm Ridge, Sanibel. DOE. Please fax resume to 472-0124. Cell: 850-0809 Q S-1/16-BM-V16 its about people! Following Will Compton. 239-209-6171. . RS-11/15-V-TFN Z is a complete catalogue of my active listings. For addi- GO tional information, includ- FT Custodian TRADER S OF SANIBEL HANDY MAN SERVICES ing comprehensive data FOR SALE BY OWNER 8 Hrs., Tolls Paid P/T Retail Sales Help Wanted Home and Complete Landscaping properties, please call Charles Sobczak at ON GULF Strong retail sales experience (239)472-0491 or toll free at 877472-8900 or e- PT Para-Professional Honest, Dependability and SANIBEL ISLAND, FLORIDA preferred. Excellent salary. mail me at [email protected]. Call The Sanibel School Quality with Every Job > A HOME FOR YOUR HATTERAS!! 2BR, 2BAcondo« $550,000 Please call 395-3151 or 565-7409. S Park the boat, take a dip in the solar heated at 472-1617. RS-1/16-B-1/23 License #01-08762. Call Mike @ 454-1294. RS-1/24-NC-TFN S-1W24-BM-TFN pool, sit on the spacious veranda and watch the 482-4740 world float by. A beautiful three bedroom Spanish- NOW HIRING ALL POSITIONS. Doc Ford's contemporary designed home on a deep water, Sanibel. Call Jean 691-9249. MALE NURSE - 20 YEARS EXPERIENCE. direct access canal. Add to that a new gourmet CLEANING &1/16-BM-1/16 Available for private duty. 239-218-6868. kitchen, a new barrel-Sled roof, custom stained OWN IN ' ': R-1/16-V-2/7 glass throughout and a glimpse of San Carlos Bay PARADISE! PERSONNEL WANTED HARDWORKING INDIVIDUAL to work and this east end, Shell Harbor house is a must! JACK LOMANO kayak/canoe ramp @ Tarpon Bay. Boating A.C.E. CERTIFIED MASTER PERSONAL Priced aggressively. Vacant and very, very easy to Let me help you with Must have own experince a plus. Call 470-1877. TRAINER offering one-on-one training in the show, just call Charles Sobczak at 472-0491 or toll your real estate needs. S-1/I6-BM-1/23 privacy of your home. 15 years experience special- free at 877472-8900. ' Experience on Sanibel transportation. 633-2429. izing in weight training for fitness and body shaping. J AN ISLAND BEACH COTTAGE! Take a stroll since 1974. $250 TO $500 A WEEK. Will train to work at home All levels from beginner to elite athlete. Free S down your private path to take in the sunset helping the U.S. Government file HUD/FHA mort- Caloosa Creek lakefront consultation. 395-1527. Kick back with the sand between your toes and gage refunds. No experience necessary. Call toll lots. $5,000 below market , S-1/9-V-1/16 wait for that elusive flash of green. Three bed- free 1-800-778-0353. rooms, three baths, oversized detached pool and value. Call Jack for details NEW PERSONAL CHEF SERVICE a direct Gulf-front location. Located near the oil de while they last! PREMIER SANIBEL VACATION on Sanibel/Captiva. gourmet dining in the privacy sac in Chateaux Sur Mer, this is the way it used to FULL TIME/PART TIME Seasonal or year round. of your own home. Aspen/Sanibel Call office 239472-3121. Direct 239-470-8809. RENTAL COMPANY be. Priced-aggressively. For a complete package All shifts available. The Island Store on Captiva. Culinary Solutions. Michael Ruggeberg, S-11/28-B-EOW Seeking Full Time Reservationist. and/or showing contact Charles Sobczak at 877- Great pay. Flexible hours. Call Michael or Shauna personal executive chef. C: 970-404-2011, 472-8900 or locally at 472-0491. Experience Preferred. or 472-2374 or apply in person." H: 239-395-0321, E: [email protected], S-1/9-PP-1/16 iTHE DOCK IS IN!!! Take a drive down Fax Resume To 437-7510. Web: AspenPersonalChef.com. .RS-10/17-B-TFN S-1/16-V-2/16 m Captain s Walk and check out the brand new, PART TIME SERVERS NEEDED. 3-4 days permitted dock located on one of the few remain- SOMETHING a week. Apply in person. Amys Overeasy Cafe, ELAINE'S CLEANING SERVICE. Houses, condos, ing vacant canal lots on Sanibel s quiet East End. FOR EVERYONE! Sanibel Island. After 2pm. reasonable rates, honest and dependable. The lot is cleared (look for my sign on the east side RS-1/9-BM-1/16 ERIKA'S REAL ESTATE OFFERINGS Refernces. Sanibel & Captiva. Please call of the street), on city sewer and close to 10,000 sq. This season I am offering PART TIME 472-1788. ft. in size, which allows you ample coverage for BEACH HOUSE SWIM WEAR seeking friendly a range of affordable your home and pool plans. Currently listed at HELP WANTED energetic sales associate. $10 per hour plus bene- properties that are $397,555, this is the best buy available. A com- fits & incentives. Great work environment at among the most reason- Upscale Ladies Clothing BETTY'S CLEANING - where service is always plete data package is available upon request. Call Captiva store. FT & PT. Call Jane 472-4665. a first priority. Commercial, residential, ably priced listings on the Boutique on Sanibel. S-1/9-B-1/16 239472-0491 for further details. market. Please call me medical. Licensed and insured. (239)433-1728 i MID-ISLAND HOMESITE! Not many island Call 395-3733. anytime to view any of KITCHEN HELP, BARTENDERS, WAIT STAFF. or (239)7704008. S lots left in this price range - $219,900!!! This S-9/12-V-1/16 my listings on my cell Apply in person between 3:30-5:00pm, Beachview particular lot is oversized, with over 25,000 sq. ft. phone at 239-560-8514. Steakhouse & Seafood Restaurant, 1100 Par View (.57 of an acre) to work with, this homesite allows BABYSITTING BY AMANDA WALTERS. 7 days a or 239472-5128. Drive, Sanibel, 4724394. week. 472-3120 or www.sanibelbabysitting.com. ample room for your house and pool plans. Not far S-1/9-BM-1/19 S-7/18-B-TFN from the Sanibel School, its an ideal location for BOATER'S DREAM: 6103 Starting Way, Sanibel, INTERIORS BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY an island family looking to put their young children FL Sunny 2 bedroom, 2'bath home on huge water-, by Decorating Den" BUSY SANIBEL SALON needs hairstylist in one of the best schools in Florida. front lot. Boathouse, boatdock and just minutes to and/or nail technician. Call 395-0910 or fax resume GIFT SHOP, RESORT WEAR, tropical and trendy, f BIRD WATCHERS, BEACH WALKERS!! We Pine Island Sound. Quiet and secluded, one of the 4814935. located at marina with busy restaurants. Only are nearing completion on this lovely four islands best waterfront values. Easy to show on INTERIOR DECORATOR S-10/3-V-TFN $35,000 puts you in business. Business Depot bedroom home at the very, very end of Sea Oats 24 hrs. notice. $639,000. needed to join our existing (239)433-1343,800-771-7373. Drive. Backing up to hundreds of acres of wildlife decorating team on Sanibel Island. VOLUNTEER SANIBEL SCHOOL COORDINATOR. RS-1/6-B-1/30 OPEN HOUSE Volunteer position. Call Maureen, 472-1617. • preserve you can listen to the birds in the morning T Fax resume to 472-6149 or phone REAL ESTATE JANUARY 15 " 9:30AM-3PM S-9/5-NC-TFN and walk the beach every afternoon. Asking JANUARY 16™ 11AM-2PM 472-6551 ext. 0. Regional training $695,500, this brand new home should be finished 9312 KINCAID CT. FRIENDLY CASHIER/SALESPERSON for island by mid-fall. GREAT FAMILY HOME: Three bedroom, two bath provided if necessary. beach/gift store. Full time, year round. Some S-1/16-B-1/23 • JUST LISTED!!! Take a short stroll to the pool home in a quiet neighborhood that is close to evening and weekend hours. Tolls paid. Excellent DUPLEX FOR SALE beach from this well-appointed two bed- school, Ding Darling, the bike path and recreation wages. Call 472-8185 to schedule interview. room/two bath condominium on West Gulf Drive. S-12/6-B-TFN Centrally located center. Will be on the market and available to show Fully furnished, three night minimum rentals, pool, EMPLOYMENT WANTED after December 22. Best value on the islands under on Sanibel. tennis, everything you could $400,000.! South Seas CERT. CNA/HHA SEEKS F/T POSITION. . 239.340.1322 imagine and all for the unbe- COLDWELL Insurance cases accepted. Call 239-303-1911. lievable asking price of BANKER SANIBEL OFFICE CONDOMINIUM: Ideal for your S-1/9-PP-1/30 $360,000! For more infer- %™f%%. future island business, this office condo. Is present- Sanibel & Captiva Properties SERVICES OFFERED mation call Charles ly a good income opportunity. Gross Income $1000. Sobczak at (239) 850-0710. c*wBa*,Be*«aiiaEsae per month until 9/30/05. Asking only $99,000. RECEPTIONIST S-8/15-B-TFN Erika Foye, Florida Licensed Real Estate COODINATOR Bob Adams SUNSET SENSATION Broker, Discover Your Place in the Sun! Panoramic, unobstructed lakefront, Phone: 239-560-8514, or 239472-5128, Computer literate, organized with WOW! WHAT A WEB SITE! golf course, and nature preserve view in Fax: 239472-8580 outgoing personality. Reat Estate Residential the Dunes Golf Course community of www.TeamSanibel.com email: [email protected] knowledge helpful. Benefits, tolls paid. .fine homes. Elevated 3 bedroom, Virtual tours on all listings -All available S011/21-BM-1/2 Tuesday - Saturday, 9am to 5pm. Renewal 2 bath home with split floor plan, island properties • Week in review • 20 yrs of South Seas Resort, Captiva Island. Services formal dining and living room, Island Real Estate experience Please contact Susan Martin-Bums, eat-in-kitchen/dinette/family room, Glenn Carretta, Broker-Salesperson Office manager at 239-472-1994. Handyman interior elevator, glass enclosed lanai, 800-784-2616 • Coldwell Banker Previews Int I in-ground pool, multiple decks. Call S-2/7-BM-TFN • 768-0569 or ceii 464-6460 239-395-9699 for an appointment. RS-11/14-MC-TFN FOR SALE BY OWNER BOOKKEEPER Waterfront Estate sized lot priced for a quick Exp. professional w/ Quickbooks Pro 2003. sale. Open water view, dock, Bay and NEWSPAPER AR, AP, payroll, invoicing, banking, customer Gulf access. Adjoining lot W/2BR cottage Sanibel & Captiva Islands relations. Good detail and fllowthroug h skill available. Both properties one lot from required for busy Sanibel office. PT $8-10 Sanctuary Golf Course. $649,000 for lot, DOE. Please fax resume to 472-0124. make offer on cottage. Broker inquiries invit- S-1/16-BM-1/16 • ed. Call owner 386478-1161. S-1/2-V-1/16 C L A S S I F I E D A D DEADLINE M O ND.AY.AT N O O N

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TRUST YOUR NEAR BEACH! STAY ON SANIBEL LISTING TO PRIVATE 3 BEDROOM, FOR $50 A DAY! 2 BATH HOME 500 ft. to Gulf, adorable duplex MARSHA CLIFFORD With heated pool, in quiet Sanibel neighbor- on Sanibel s east end. 1 bedroom, NEWSPAPER hood. Seasonal and monthly rentals. Sanibel & Captiva Islands 239-472-0692 ¥ Toll Free: 1-888-232-2459 1 bath each side, screened lanai, S-12/26-V-TFN fully furnished, hardwood floors. of the islands Walk to beach, shops, restaurants. CALLING CARD 239-395-1213 239-472-2311 239-472-2902 Available Jan., Feb., Mar., and Apr. Emergency .....' 911 800-388-2311 GULF VIEW ESTATE 28 day minimum. Rent one side Sanibel Police .472-3111 [email protected] HOMESITES or both -$1500 per side. Lee County Sheriff's Office 477-1200 Build your luxury home On Call Captiva Deputy 477-1000 REAL ESTATE OPPORTUNITIES Call 239-281-4179 and see a bit of the Gulf. Fire Department • Luxury High Tide condominium. for further information. Call Brokers/Consultants of Sanibel Sanibel 472-5525 Gulf front panoramic views. at 472-2255 or 800-553-2246 out-of-state. Beautifully furnished. $1,695,000. Captiva 472-9494 Florida Marine Patrol 332-6966 • King s Crown condominium. New furnishings. Good view. Florida Highway Patrol .278-7100 Only $795,000. IF YOU HAVE 30 DAYS Poison Control 1-800-282-3171 • Shell Harbor canal homesite. OR MORE Chamber of Commerce .-. 472-1080 Dock and lift with water and City of Sanibel 472-4135 electricity. $675,000. 2BR.2BA with den. Administrative Office 472-3700 S-1/24-B-TFN Very nice, well cared for Building Department 472-4555 1-Wm-SANIBEL Community Housing and Resources 472-1189 CONDO - OPEN HOUSE. Saturday, 1-4pm. Sanibel & Captiva Gulffront condo at perhaps Planning Department 472-4136 25 steps and you are walking on the beach from Island Reservations the nicest complex Library this 2BR.2BA condominium. Low density complex, Sanibel 472-2483 pool, tennis. 2321 West Gulf Drive. $525,000. on Sanibel. Wyman Atkins Realty. 239-432-1515. Captiva .472-2133 S-1/9-BM-1/9 Feb., Apr. Available. Post Office REAL ESTATE WANTED Call 1-330-568-0109 eves, Sanibel 800-275-8777 SANIBEL HOME NEEDED for lease to own. min Island Vacations Captiva 472-1674 2BR, 2BA. terms up to $1800/mo. with 12-36 mo. Of Sanibel & Captiva or leave message. Sanibel Community Association 472-2155 buyout. Call Todd 239-699-1792 or 239-395-0869. Million $ Views Await You! S-!/16-MC-»13 Senior Center 472-5743 S-1/9-V-1/16 ARTS MOB

o ANNUAL RENTALS ANNUAL RENTALS BOATS • CANOES - KAYAKS 2 & 3 BEDROOM VACANCY. Rent based SALE ON SELECTED KAYAKS, sailboats & on income. Annual lease. No pets. Application Accessories. Dealers for many brands. Best selec- PUZZLE ANSWERS process. Contact Community Housing tion to choose from! Captiva Kayak Co. 395-2925. ANNUAL & Resources, Inc. 472-1189. S-2/1-B-TFN S-t,2/19-BM-1/16 AUTOS FOR SALE RENTALS DUNES - FABULOUS LAKE & golf course views. 1990 JEEP WRANGLER. 4 wheel drive. 3" body BEACH & LAKE 2BR, 2BA piling home, 2 car garage, split bed- lift, 32x11.50 All Terrain Tires, padded roll bar, biki- ni top. Rugged looking. Great island vehicle. This 3BR/2BA UF pool home has rooms & great floor plan for roommates. Screened lanai. Available Jan. 15. $1,500 mo. 281-4179. $3,250.395-1527. recently been updated & sits on a S-1/9-V-TFN cul-de-sac, lakefront & short walk to beach. A must see! Yard & SOUTH FORT MYERS - 6 miles from Causeway. 1972 BUICK SKYLARK convertible, in good condi- pool serv, incl. $1,850/mo. Crown Colony home. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2 car tion. A/C. $8,500.239-851-0919. garage, heated pool, corner lot. Golf membership S-12/05-M-TFN CALL TODAY FOR INFO. optional. $3,000/mo. All utilities included except 1995 Dodge Neon. 5 speed, Red, 109K miles, OR TO VIEW THESE AND OTHER phone. Call 4154627. good condition. Excellent on gas. $1750. FINE PROPERTIES AVAILABLE. RS-11/28-B-1/16 561-7075. Call 472-6747 YEAR ROUND, PRISTINE, fully furnished, S-11/21-NO-TFN Gulf Beach Properties, Inc. 3 bedroom house conveniently located, borders 1995 MERCEDES E420.100K, charcoal grey over Serving:The Islands Rental Needs conservation property, includes use of tennis courts light grey leather, every option, moohroof, very m Since 1975 {Kg and Olympic pool, $2,200/month, contact Mike at clean. $13,500.633-2300 Bret (leave message). HS.. S-11/30-BM-TFN ^^ 207-667-1373. RS-11/14-NC-TFN S-7/11-MC-TFN COMMERCIAL SPACE 2002 HARLEY DAVIDSON V-ROD. Less than 500 miles. $17,000: Call Rick 472-6089. LEXINGTON C.C. RS-12/6-NC-TFN FURNITURE FOR SALE 2&3 Bedroom. FOREVER European wardrobe. Handmade, no screens. $1,100 months up. $3,900,565-0513. Call Worthington Realty, Inc. GREEN SHOPS 239-437-3334 Retail Space Available. NICE ARMIORE, plus lots of other furniture. 472-1788. 1,142 sq. ft. • 472-5354 S-1/2-MC-1/16 RS-9/19-BM-TFN 2 TWIN MATTRESS BOX spring and frames. CALOOSA CREEK Like new. $202. Call 395-3632. New three bedroom, two bath home minutes to island beaches. TAHITIAN GARDENS TWIN BEDS: Pair, each with light-wood head- Gated community. $2,100 per mo, SHOPPING CENTER board, frame, mattress (orthopedic firm) and JIM ARTALE - Coldwell Banker spring. Never used in guest room before house Store For Lease. 1,200 s.f. sold. $175 each, complete. King-sized shell print, 472-3121 1-877-561-0726 custom designer bedspread blue & white with tan RS-1/10-B-TFN shells, like new, $100 (cost $500). Dark wood end table (or coffee table), $38. Phone 466-8822 or LEXINGTON COUNTRY CLUB. 2BR, 2BA. 433-4090. Available immediatley. Please contact 940-7878. FOR SALE: UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY. West end S-V16-NC-1/30 S-1/16-BM-1/16 commecial building on 1.5 acres. Room MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE AVAILABLE FEB. 1, 2004. Sanibel Island. Lush, to expand. Call Brokers/Consultants of Sanibel 472-2255 or 800-553-2246. private, in town on Periwinkle Way. 2BR, 2BA spa- S-11/14-B-TFN cious attached townhouse. Washer/dryer, balcony, BOAT SLIPS FOR RENT BUILDING pool & garage. $T400/mo. 954-535-6566 or 954- MATERIALS DOCK SPACE WOOD PLANKS CAPTIVAON ROOSEVELT CHANNEL. 3BR, 3BA, SOUTHERN PINE T&G large Florida room, large eat-in kitchen totally DIRECT ACCESS H D G E . remodeled, heated swimming pool, 2 car garage, 1x6 #1 Ceiling • • • EAST END SANIBEL 1x6 #1 Flooring shared boat dock, very private. 462-6170. Up to 38 ft. Protected area, water J A P 1 R I D . Sri/S-BM-1/16 @ 1.45 per sq. ft. & 30/50 amp electric available. SANIBEL - FURNISHED'.^BR, 2BA HOME. Power or sail. Call Joe 239-292-7083. CYPRESS T&G E L S E E L E Private setting on golf course. Pool. Immaculate. 1x6 #1 Ceiling Monthly/Annually rate starting in January. Call Beaded or V-jnt B A I T W A N 472-7834. : @ 1.65 per sq.ft. PRIME DOCK SPACE Matching Moldings AT PORT SANIBEL MARINA DIRECT CANAL ACCESS - NO BRIDGES. South Large Inventory December 1, 2003 Fort Myers, lona areahome. 2BR, 2BA, 150 ft. boat SIDING dock. Key West style. Unfurnished. Call 305-296- to November 1 ,-2004. Willing 7606. to negotiate length of stay. Up to Log Cabin or Bevel 52 feet in length, 5 foot depth. 2x6 T&G Call 860-245-3677. Special Orders GULF HARBOUR COACH HOME. 2nd FL, 2,277 RS-12/5-V-1/16 sq. ft. 3BR, 2BA, den 2 car garage, light airy.. The Lumber Connections, Inc. $1,790 sports club membership optional. 239-980-2796 Pets Negotiable. Call 866-523-7709. BOATS - CANOES - KAYAKS RS-1/2-MC-1/16 QUEEN COMFORTER w/ dust ruffle & pillows, GULF HARBOUR YACHT & C.C. 2BR + den, 2BA, new ,sage green. $300. 472-2696 or John at 2 car garage deluxe condos from $1400-$5500, (800)274-1117. Memberships avail. Urban/Diana Boutin 239-415- S-1/16-A-123 • ' • 5346. Prudential FLWCI Realty. EXERCISE BIKE NEW. Program keyboard (timer, speed, pulse/calorie) $175. 2 ACCENT RUGS .maroon 5 x7 $50. reddish maroon 8x12 $150. Both have beautiful patterns 561-7075. — S-11/21-NC-TFN GARAGE SALE 1985 SEA RAY, 27 SUNDANCER GARAGE SALE. Many items not too shabby - not to chic. Items for all including fishing equipment 2 new freshwater cooled Mercurys (price will be firm). Fri. & Sat. Jan 23 &23,9-3.1111 with warranty, AC, Radararch, Bidr Lane, Sanibel. aft cabin, inside like new. S-1/16-PP-1/23 $16,900 OBO. 239-770-7291, RS-11/7-NC-TFN 64

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