WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 15,2011

BOTI island Best of the Islands Luncheon r REPORTER - Page 12 SANJBEL AND CAPTIVA, FLORIDA VOLUME 49, NUMBER 36 VISIT US ONLINE AT CAPTIVASANIBEL.COM 750 Tentative budget approved at $47.8 million By JEFF LYSIAK .0992 percent decline in taxable property service; establish sinking fund account for [email protected] values. early retirement of bonds used to con- As anticipated, council members unan- "Since submitting the draft budget to struct the Sanibel Recreation Center. Togo imously approved a budget package total- City Council, additional .factors have • Acid Dinkins Bayou dredging proj- ing $47,784,320 for Fiscal Year 2011- occurred," Edwards said. "These changes ect ($200,000) and Clam Bayou box cul- 12, established a millage rate of 2.1561 ' are reflected in today's tentative budget vert repair ($30,000). What: Final budget public hearing and decrease the draft budget's surplus * Roll forward $100,000 for Sanibel and introduced a set of goals for the next When: Tuesday, Sept. 20 12 months. from $622,898 to the tentative budget's Lighthouse rehabilitation in beach park- 5:01 p.m. During the presentation conducted by surplus of $220,569." ing. Finance Director Sylvia Edwards and City Highlights of the FY2011-12 budget • Received WCIND grant award Where: MacKenzle Hall Manager Judie Zimomra, the City of changes include: ($48,822) and Edward Byrne grant award 800 Dunlop Road Sanibel's budgeted operating ad valorem • Increase pension liability paydown ($2,266). revenue dropped slightly over the past by $447,984 (from $2,552,016 to • One administrative clerk position For more information: year, from $9,074,577 in FY2010-11 to $3,000,000). changed from full-time to part-time www.mysanibel.com $9,070,587 in FY2011-12, due to a • Budget $600,000 transfes- to debt See BUDGET, page 8 Council to look closer at revised sewer rates By JEFF LYSIAK jlysiak@bi'eezenewspapers.com "We should evaluate this as close- On Saturday, the City Council con- ly as we have to... maybe put this sidered a pair of resolutions to adopt in front of another set of eyes." and establish a revised schedule of rates for the Sanibel Sewer System, to — Kevin Ruane, Mayor of Sanibel include a three percent increase in resi- dential and commercial customers as well as a three-tier rate structure for unit for homeowners, up from the cur- general reclaimed water customers, the rent monthly rate of $51.94. meeting ended with both items tabled Commercial customer rates were pro- for further discussion. posed at $8.04 per 1,000 gallons, with Resolution 11-076 had proposed a a variety of monthly rates — from monthly sewer system rate of $53.50 $31.08 up to $778.31 - based upon (or $160.50 quarterly) per dwelling See COUNCIL, page 8 JEFF LYSIAK Singing "God Bless America" at the conclusion of Sunday's "Remember 9/11 Tenth Year" program are, from left, Amy Bennett Williams, Leoma Lovegrove, Mandy Connell, Sandra Stilweil and Planners approve permit Joseph A. Andujar, Jr. Lovegrove, Southwest Floridians for Sanibel Olive Oil Co. reflect on 10th anniversary of 9/11 By JEFF LYSIAK other stores (in Sarasota and Naples) [email protected] which offer similar products for sale. By JEFF LYSIAK formances by Nena and Rissa Arias as Following a brief discussion, the Patel was notified by Pople the appli- [email protected] well as-the Lee County Pipes & Drums Planning Commission unanimously cable definitions of a formula retail store, More than 450 people filled the Band. approved a conditional use permit for the and that he would be required to apply for Broadway Palm Dinner Theater on Lovegrove, who operates an art Sanibel Olive Oil Company, 10 months a conditional use permit. Patel filed his Sunday morning, witnessing a special gallery in the Tree Tops Center on after discovering the business should have application on Feb. 25. program of personal remembrances, - Sanibel; completed work on her patriot- been required to file as a formula retail Commissioner Tom Krekel questioned artistic interpretations and -somber cere- ic rendition of an American bald eagle store. monies on the tenth anniversary of the on flight, adding gloriously glowing According to Benjamin Pople of the See PERMIT, page 8 Sept. 11, 2011 terrorist attacks which colors of yellow, orange and blue to a city's Planning Department, the retailer forever changed the United States. gigantic 10-foot by 18-foot canvas on — located in the Periwinkle Place "Remember 9/11 Tenth Year," a the Broadway Palm's stage. Shopping Center — opened in October program conceived and hosted by local Originally, Lovegrove had planned 2010. Within two weeks of granting artist Leoma Lovegrove, included poet- to paint the eagle on top of an identicai- Arnish Patel, owner of the Sanibel Olive ry readings, video presentations, a flag Oil Company,.a business tax license, staff folding ceremony and a musical per- ' See ANNIVERSARY, page 3 members discovered that he operated two ».«»,«»,»* coon Editorial .4 Letters to the Editor ...... 5 Business News 11 INSIDETODAY Word on the Island .4 Obituaries .6 Preserving Paradise 13 September marks the historical peak of hurricane season

Submitted by MELANIE MOT1SKA developments are still possible. To date, the Management. "It is vital that every individual "It is extremely important for Florida's September 10th marked the annual his- National Hurricane Center has identified 12 is prepared for any tropical storms that may residents to heed the call for disaster pre- torical peak of the 2011 Atlantic Hurricane named tropical storms, two of which have threaten our state and I strongly urge paredness," said David Halstead, the Season' and Florida Division of Emergency reached hurricane status. Floridians to visit www.FloridaDisaster.org Division's Deputy Director. "Every effort Management officials urge residents and vis- "'While we are fortunate that Florida has to create or update their family and business will be made to assist Florida's residents after itors to stay prepared. not suffered any major damage due to storms disaster plans." a disaster, however, depending on the level As this year's season has already been so far this season, we still have twelve more With a higher record of hurricane land- of disaster, first responders and other state very active. Division officials caution resi- weeks before hurricane season officially falls than any other state, Florida is the hurri- and local response teams may not be able lo dents that the 201L season runs through ends," said Bryan W. Koon, Director of the cane capital of the United'States. This means aid everyone affected by the storm immedi- November 30th and several more tropical Florida Division of Emergency proper planning is crucial for the protection ately. Having at least three days worth of I of individuals, families and their homes, as necessary provisions will help ensure you well as Florida businesses. Special prepara- and your family are able to take care of your- Patriotic Preschoolers tions should be made for family members selves until help does arrive." who are elderly, disabled or have special The Atlantic Hurricane Season runs from I needs, as well as for family pets. By under- June 1 through Nov. 30. For more informa- in 3 standing how to be prepared and what tion on the Florida Division of Emergency -G actions you should take in the event of a dis- Management, visit F aster, you can reduce the effects to your fam- www.FloridaDisaster.org. ily or business. Coastal Cleanup returns this weekend Submitted by DEE SERAGE-CENTURY SCCF Living Wirfi Wildlife Educator - Please join the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation (SCCF) for the 26th Annual International Coastal Cleanup, scheduled to take place this Saturday, Sept. 17. SCCF invites you to participate in an • I international volunteer effort to rid our coast- "3 lines and waterways of marine litter, pollu- tion and debris. Last year, approximately 1 400,000 volunteers worldwide removed an estimated 6.8 million pounds of coastal trash •43 that can hurt local economies, injure and kill marine wildlife, and choke the ocean envi- a ronment. SCCF'S partner in the Ocean Conservancy's 26th Annual Coastal Cleanup is Keep Lee County Beautiful and Bailey's General Store. Participation is easy, so bring your friends and family to SCCF's Nature Center at 3333 Sanibel-Captiva Road between 9 a.m. and noon to check in and pick up your Coastal I Cleanup data cards and trash bags. Please SCCF bring your own water to reduce the use of A great blue heron, pictured with a plastic water bottles. set of plastic rings wrapped around its neck. Lunch and snacks on the Nature Center porch will be available thanks to Bailey's ed. Trash in the ocean is one of the most General Store from 10 a.m. until noon as widespread problems threatening our water- well as a dumpster to deposit your trash. ways and wildlife... and it is all preventable. CONTRIBUTED Last year, volunteers picked up If you have any questions, want to pick Last week, youngsters enrolled at Summit Christian Preschool at 3,216,991 cigarettes and plastic filters top- your "clean up" spot or get your data cards Sanibel Community Church learned about the meaning of "One ping the worldwide marine litter list. Plastic ahead of time, please call Dee at 472-2329. - Nation Under God" and celebrated the spirit of America. bags came in second with 1,377,141 collect- See you at the Coastal Cleanup!

Seaside Dining Taste of the Islands "People's Choice Award" Winner Seven Continuous Years Lunch & Dinner 472-8138 ?39,472.2328 "• www.sanibelthris SANIBEL MARINA ^servations are required 'Also Available for Private Charters ^^_' Departing from Sanibel Marina 634 N Yachtsman Drive |4 N. VacJitsiUijii Dr. •;Sanibcl Island, www.sanlteiniarina.com. Anniversary From page 1 ly-sized canvas, which contained the names of victims of the 9/11 attacks, painted by members of the Southwest Florida community during the months lead- ing up to the historic anniversary. But according to event emcee Carley Wegner, host of Fox 4's "Morning Blend," those names became so sacred that the artist could not paint over them. Instead, H she decided to complete a second painting, which she spent much*of Sunday's program adding a few final touches. i Lovegrove also shared with the crowd her recollec- a tion of Sept. 11, 2001. She and her husband, Mike Silberg, were spending time with his family in Michigan when they heard the news. • Before they departed, Lovegrove remembered getting a hug from her mother-in-law, who added, "I don't know n when we'll be together again." After Silberg read his poem, entitled "9/11," guest speakers Amy Bennett Williams, Sandra Stilwell, Mandy Connell and Jason Maughan each shared their memories of the dramatic events which unfolded a decade earlier. "I am proud to have lived through a moment when America was at its lowest, but 1 got to witness America at its best," said Connell, former host of WINK News JEFF LYSIAK I Radio's "Daybreak." At the end of the program, Lovegrove received a warm ovation for her finished American baid eagle n painting. N Maughan, an attorney from Sanibel, offered his per- n spective being an immigrant from Ireland and how much 3 he values his role as "the personification of the 3 American dream." "I am often reminded, as an adopted son of this coun- try, how fortunate we all are jto live here," said Maughan. "Thank God for the U.S.A." The program also included a video profiling Deputy S Chief Joseph A. Andujar, Jr., a fcjrmer motorcycle offi- 3 cer with the New York Police Department. Andujar, a member the NYPD's 1013 Retired Police Organization, received a standing ovation from/the crowd prior to pre- Lovegrove's original senting an American flag — which flew above "Ground 9/11 painting, which Zero" - to representatives of ttie Association of Flight includes nearly 3,000 Attendants Union for their service to our country during victim's names the tragic events on Sept. 11, 2,001. Lovegrove and her gathered patriots offered a somber rendition of "God Bless America," joined by the entire audience in song, before the Lee County Pipes & Drums to Band closed the program with/"Amazing Grace." The artist said prior to the/program that she plans on submitting the commemorative paintings to the Alliance •a of the Arts. She is hoping they will become a part of the © 9/11 Memorial & Museum in New York City. And, like the eagle Lovegrove created, "We are all still free... we are all still/flying. The proof of that is we're all here today." / rSi

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01 Word on the Island What was the most memorable sporting event you've attended?

Bill Schnuit Robbie Smith Ted Brown Debbie Schwartz James Wheeler Salisbury, N.C. Sanibel Lehigh Acres Lake Harmony, Pa. Wichita Falls, Texas

"My first Baltimore Colts game "My son's first t-ball game at "I went to a Circle Track race up "Going to Yankee Stadium on "I remember going to the Sun as a teenager. 1 got to see Johnny the Sanibel ball fields." in Poit Charlotte. One of the cars opening day^ I think it was Bowl in El Paso. I can't recall Unitas play. And the tickets were did six end-over-end flips... but around 1989." which teams were playing, but I free because it .was cold and the driver wasn't hurt." do remember it was snowing." rainy."

island REPORTER Editorial (USPS-813580 2340 Periwinkle Way Much work to be done with council's goals Sanibel, FL 33957 Phone: (239)472-1587 When the Sanibel City- their mission to promote — such as roofs, HVAC sys- ple, has been under discussion Fax: (239) 472-8398 Web: captivasanibel.com Council convenes next enhancements to the quality of tems and flooring — must be for the past several years. Tuesday afternoon, when they water in the island's surround- replaced. As proposed in the More recently, councilors are expected to formally adopt ing bays, rivers and estuaries Facility Component approved a resolution related Publisher their Fiscal Year 2011-12 in each of the last three annual Replacement Plan, the objec- to the island's Resort Housing Scott Blonde budget, they will also approve budgets, the additional propos- tive is to identify those compo- District. However, the new sblon(le@ breezenewspapers.com a set of goals aimed at als are being introduced for the nents, their estimated replace- legislation does not affect Executive Editor strengthening and sustaining first time. ment costs and each compo- short-term rental properties Jeff Lysiak the city's financial stability. In attempting to develop a nent's scheduled replacement outside the district. Work on [email protected] Included in those goals, long-term Debt Early date. Procedures and funding the subject is slated to begin in Advertising Sales which were introduced during Retirement Plan, the city will requirements will be devel- the near future, so identifying Debi Robison Saturday's first public budget strive to come up with a feasi- oped to establish a sinking the council's goals for that leg- [email protected] Victor Brust hearing, are ambitions to ble plan to early retire long- fund account, which will be islation would be of great ben- vbrusl @breezenewspap ers.com improve both local and region- term debt in order to reduce used for'the replacement of efit to the city's Planning Classifieds and Subscriptions al water quality as well as Sanibel's annual fixed costs those components. Commission and associated Shirlene Grasgreen objectives to develop a long- and produce substantial finan- We commend the council staff. [email protected] term Debt Early Retirement cial savings for taxpayers. and city staff for identifying Also, as identified in the Design & Layout Plan and Facility Component In order to preserve and these goals, and offer our sup- Resort Housing District ordi- Susan Wilhekn Replacement Plan. protect the city's "facilities, port in their desire to achieve nance, redevelopment wh'ich [email protected] While the city has included periodically major components them. However, we think there incorporate "green" technolo- Subscriptions is more work to be done and gies — best ecological prac- 1 year, $40 (Continental USA) additional goals which could tices consistent with the I year, $95 (Canada) be identified. Circulation Web Poll Results Redevelopment, for exam- (239) 472-3587 See EDITORIAL, page 6 Classified Advertising Which type of football are you most interested in? I (239) 472-1587 • Professional, 29% • College, 39% Display Advertising • High School, 7% (239)472-1587 We want your opinion • Pop Warner/Pee Wee, 4% • Fantasy, 4% • Other (pickup, flag, video gaming, etc.), 0% The views expressed on the Opinions Pages are just that The Island Reporter is published every Thursday • I'm not interested in football, 18% — opinions. These pages are intended to convey a range Customer service hours arc Monday of viewpoints; opinions printed on these pages do not through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., except Current Web Poll Question: necessarily reflect the views of The Island Reporter. major holidays. What grade would you give Sanibel staff Opposing views are welcome. All letters must be signed Letters to the editor must be typed or for their work on the city budget? hand printed. Your name and phone number and must contain a phone number for verification pur- must be affixed to the copy. A poses. Letters considered for publication must relate to In the event of an advertising error, we B subjects of public interest. Letters to the Editor may be e- are responsible only for the first incorrect C insertion of the ad itself. We are not respon- D mailed to Jeff Lysiak at [email protected]; sible for arty credit or reimbursement after F posted to the virtual newsroom at captiyasanibel.com; or 30 days from publication. mailed to 2340 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, FL 33957. The Postal Information: Periodicals rale Incomplete postage paid at Fort Myers, FL Postmaster. I'm not interested in budget matters Island Reporter reserves the right to edit or refect any Send address changes to the island Reporter, submission. P.O. Box 809, Sanibel, FL 33957. Share your opinion at captivasanibel.com Letters to the Editor •nw Examination sounds reasonable Harbor subdivision years ago. Owners are two buildings, one partial building and But that is what we did. To the editor, given notice us to the problem and given most importantly 2,997 lives. Studies sug- Hindsight is 20/2,0 and nobody can pre- At the City Council's direction, the 30 days to correct the problem. gest that it took less than $400,000 in com- dict the future cost of current conflicts. city's Planning Director has presented to Non-compliance results in having inde- bined planning and preparation to pull this However, we do know this: When we the Land Development Code Review pendent contractor perform necessary work off. choose to go to war, our projections of 9? Subcommittee (LDCRS) proposed legisla- and owner is billed for same. The city According to a study by the Brown future costs are a fraction of actual costs. tion that would deal with the problem of could place a lien on subject property. University Watson Institute for Our prediction of lives lost is a fraction of H distressed and abandoned properties. The editorial on which this letter is International Studies, the cost of our justi- actual lives lost. And, our vision of the end (Island Reporter editorial of Aug. 25, based calls for examination of how other fied retaliation is as follows: result is never the picture we had in mind. 2011.) municipalities deal with this problem. This • 4,404 Americans troops have died If we are to truly honor the 2,997 vic- Among the solutions presented is one certainly sounds reasonable unless Sanibel, and 31,827 injuries have been reported in tims lost, the 4,404 soldiers killed, the requiring all declared violators to register as usual, goes about its own independent the three battle theaters. 31,827 men and women wounded and the and pay the city $ 100 in order to discuss way. Maybe even 19 pages won't be • Over 224,000 combatant and civil- 300 million Americans who spent $3.7 n their violations. What... these owners have required. ian lives have been lost in those battles, trillion and their potential fiscal future to not acted responsibly in the past, and now including 1,315 civilian contractor deaths, fund our response, we should learn from 3 we are proposing that they pay the city for Dale Armstrong many of those also Americans. this and do better going forward. We are a the privilege of discussing their violations? Sanibel and Columbus, Ohio The total cost of all related military, great, brave, intelligent and creative peo- To further complicate the problem, if contractor, reconstruction and ancillary ple. Terrorism by small groups is the "new violators 'do not correct any problem with- What have we learned? payments now stands at normal" and 1 know that we can find a bet- in a year, they pay a reduced annual fee of To the editor, $3,700,000,000,000. That is $3.7 trillion. ter way to protect, prepare and react going $75. Could this possibly be interpreted as Now that the 10th anniversary of the So, what have we learned from this forward. an automatic extension of time to correct attacks of 9/1 I have passed, my question is experience? It is hard to believe that we I am an American, I know that anything any problems'? this: What have we learned? would have signed on for all of this if on is possible! Would not any inspection dealing with The facts: Sept. 12, 2001 if a report was released say- interior problems require a court order? On Sept. 11, 2001, a handful of terror- ing that we would expend that many fives, Jason LaManna t As to unsatisfactory exterior conditions ists acting under the guise of "religious" that many resources and that much money Sanibel ID to find and kill those few people who N (i.e.. lawn, etc.), perhaps consideration men were able to highjack four planes and s could be given to a plan adopted by Shell ctiuse the destruction of those four planes. planned and executed the attacks on 9/1 1. n

SB TJ Guest Commentary BOCC spends funds based on value, demonstrated need I Guest commentary by RAY JUDAH aries. Unwilling to accept the opinions at 26,000 new residents a year and and the Economic Development Office. District 3 Commissioner of the County Attorney and the Florida space was desperately needed for coun- Consolidating the VCB and EDO into Lee County Board of County Attorney General, Mr. Green has ty and constitutional offices. The build- one location has eliminated $500,000 Commissioners forced the BOCC to take legal action, ing was purchased with cash to avoid in annual lease payments and enhances The Clerk o{ Courts is perceived as using taxpayer money, to overturn his debt. Recently renovated, it provides business activity in the downtown Fort an unbiased guardian of local govern- decision to refuse payment. office space for the Clerk of Courts Myers River District. ment's use of public money. Sadly, Mr. Green has also weighed in (some of Charlie Green's staff), the Lee Charlie Green has used the veil of his recently on the County's purchases of County Visitor and Convention Bureau See BOCC, page 6 the Fisherman's Co-op site, Wachovia office to invoke baseless allegations to challenging policy decisions by the Lee Bank building, County Road 95 1 right- S County Board of County of-way, and the Waterway Estates a Commissioners. property. Recently, Mr. Green refused to After the devastating hurricane sea- release tourism tax dollars to pay for sons of 2004 and 2005, the BOCC o consulting services performed on realized "that an appropriate land-based a behalf of Lee County and the Tourist site on Pine Island was needed for Save $1A ON Development Council. His action is proper disposal of debris from con- EYE EYECLASSESI contrary to the County Attorney's opin- struction and solid waste generated on (One Pair) residential barrier islands. Illegal barge ion that such use of tourism funds is on any complete pair of consistent with State statute to protect transportation of garbage and building COMPLETE MEDICAL EYE EXAM and restore beaches, shoreline or rivers materials was disruptive to residents Includes prescription for eye glasses (frame and lenses)! and the environment. glasses, and tests for cataracts, Coupon rrtusr be presented at time with public access. glaucoma and other eye diseases.1 1 < Noi valid with other After an exhaustive search for a coupons, discounts, package The TDC over the past seven years Offer applies to new patients offers, safe items, promotional has protected and enhanced the coun- deep-water site that would not impact 59 years and older. offers, most insurance programs or non-prescription sunglnsws. ty's vital natural resources through residents, shoreline mangroves .or shal- FOR AN APPOINTMENT CALL SI 50 minimum purchase. stricter water quality standards and low-water seagrass, the Fisherman's Fort Myers Cape Coral Fort Myers Cape Coral Co-op site was the only parcel that met 466-2020 458-5SO0 466-2020 458-5800 landmark estuary protection legisla- I US Citizens Only Cuupnn Expir K','1/11 BZ0U 1 Coupon Expires 10/1/11 (i/.Otl | tion. Now, through Mr. Green's legal zoning requirements and state and local counsel, those efforts" have been permitting approval. In addition to deemed "too remote and indirect to be accommodating critical commercial Specialized Eye Care for Older Adults characterized as directly protecting or operations, the site provides important enhancing the physical nature of the public water access to recreational subject water bodies." This "new" stan- boaters. dard is absurd. Mr. Green seemingly The Wachovia building was fails to comprehend that sustainable acquired when the county was growing natural resources are the cornerstone of Lee County's multi-billion Mark Licbclrcu0.0, UnxsCampbell, 0,0, ihomuA.Quigley, M.D. GliraYi.O.D. larwsD. Coir, M.O. «K,M.O, Board CeiHiitxl Board Cetliikd Boird Certified BoirdCeitiiinl SawrfCetfW dollar tourism industry. Ojitomeiric Wnsicwit QptomalrkPhyslclm EyeSurgmn OptoenelricPtyiician Cil.ir.iciA Sc'uu Federal and state water resource experts ' have been paid with tourism . Fort Myers Lehigh Acres funds since 2004, when "Experience and Care the TDC boldly addressed 6091 S. Points Blvd. You Can Trust" 5220 Lee Blvd., Bldg. 9 the devastation from 466-2020 368-3838 excessive-releases of pol- Eye luted Lake Okeechobee Cape Cora! Bonita Springs water on the 1138 Country Club Blvd. _ Health 3940 Via Del Rev Caloosahatchee and 458-5800 www.doctorquigley.com 992-5666 coastal beaches and estu- Offer does not apply to Advantica Managed Insurance Plans indudiny Freedom, Optimum and some Universal. Guest Commentary E Lessons learned from the hurricane season and disasters (natural and otherwise) Guest commentary by KEN don't mix.. The efforts by some why is reauthorization the e & KATE GOODERHAM in Washington to hold disas- nation's premier disaster Executive Directors of rhe ter-response funding hostage response agency — the in as part of the current deficit Federal Emergency H American Shore & Beach Preservation Association debate, while perhaps good Management Agency (FEMA) 5 With Hurricane Irene in the politics, is very bad policy. If - frozen in the political dis- rear-view, mirror but the peak citizens can't count on federal connect between the House I of hurricane season upon us, a aid - quickly offered and and Senate? If action is not few lessons from the storm effectively applied — to help taken to settle these differ- year to date: them recover from natural dis- ences by the Sept. 30 deadline, residents along this country's S3 • Wide beaches protect. In asters, how can they tackle the community after community daunting task of rebuilding a coasts - and everywhere else along the Eastern Seaboard, shattered community soon — could find out what a world the truth was plain to see., inland rivers. Given time, the sliort-sighted it can be to focus enough to keep people safe and without federal disaster assis- .more sand = more safety, less sand usually migrates back or all the attention along the get economies back on track? tance and flood insurance sand = less protection. In heads downstream to bulk up coast, both pre- and post- The premise of disaster relief looks like...and it won't be places where beaches were another beach. The hard struc- storm. is that we must all pitch in to pretty, many fear. naturally wide, waves were tures'? Not so much. • • Preparation pays off. help others in their time of cri- With Texas still burning, kept well away from homes, 0 Hurricanes aren't just Whether it's having a healthy sis so they'll be there to help Joplin still rebuilding and New I habitats and infrastructure. In coastal anymore. Sure, the best shoreline, having a storm-test- us in return. Now is not the Jersey and Vermont still drain- places where newly restored video will always be a wind- ed emergency plan, or just time for us - or our govern- ing, the need is clear. What's beaches put sand where there tossed beach with crashing having the nerve to tell people ment - to turn our backs on not so clear is the solution... hadn't been any for a while, waves and flailing trees. But to get out of harm's way or those in need. but the federal clock is ticking. residents and officials noted a the real disaster story is often suffer the consequences, the • A disastrous deadline drop in damage, less overwash hundreds of miles inland, push to be prepared in advance looms. Add up all the natural (Founded in 1926, the and a more survivable storm where wind-strewn trees and of Irene (in this case) saved disasters this country's resi- ASBPA promotes the integra- overall. swollen streams wreak havoc lives and minimized damage. dents have had to face just this tion of science, policies and • "Hard" things fail, "soft with people's lives and pocket- Some took heat for over-react- year — tornadoes in the actions that maintain, protect O books. The catastrophic flood- u things survive. Faced by storm , ing... but imagine the criticism Midwest, flooding along the and enhance the. coasts of waves, beaches lost sand - ing in upstate New York and if the storm predictions had East Coast, fires and drought America. For more informa- just like they're intended to do. New England post-Irene and proven true and they hadn't in the Southwest, earthquakes tion on the ASBPA, visit Lee is just the latest (double- ed Conversely, those same waves worked to make their commu- all over the place ... there's www.asbpa.org, Fucebook or ffl were far less kind to piers, barreled) graphic Example of nities ready. It's trite, but true: still almost a third of the year www.twitter.com/asbpa.) •3 roads, bridges and walls... both how far-reaching a storm's Better to be safe than sorry. to go - and the imperative for Q. along the coast and along the destruction can be — and how o Politics and disaster relief disaster assistance is clear. So os

Editorial From page 4 Police Beat Sanibel Plan - is highly encouraged. gestions (i.e. the use of solar power, Back in June, when the council formal- cisterns, sustainable construction mate- Arrests Traffic Citations ly adopted this legislation, Vice Mayor rials, organics, etc.), no specifics were Mick Denham requested the staff per- included. • Juan Iracheta.,28, of Fort Myers, • Failure to obey traffic control form additional research related to There is much work still to be done. was charged Sept. 5 for breach of fish- device "green technologies" and return the We would encourage council mem- ing regulations and fishing with an Casa Ybel Road, 3 item for discussion at a later date. To bers to consider these two additional invalid license. Kincaid Court, 1 date, this has not been done. goals, and any other objectives deemed Sanibel-Captiva Road, 3 While the city's stringent fertilizer worthy of inclusion — such as further • Heidi Simmons-Short, 44, of Fort ordinance .offers very specific limita- refinement of their regional water qual- Myers, was detained Sept. 9 under pro- tions and standards, the adopted rede- ity goals, as Denham also suggested - visions of the Marchman Act. velopment pact was rather vague in in the city's FY201 1-12 budget, before detailing exactly what "green" tech- any final approval is completed. nologies were to be included. Although several members of the Planning — Reporter editorial Commission offered a few helpful sug-

BOCC From page 5 Due to explosive population Even with the economic slow- nutrient discharges from its growth in the 1990s and early down and decline in population Waterway Estates wastewater 2000, the BOCC relied On a'com- He has captivated audiences worldwide on his growth over the past several years, treatment plant. A comprehensive puter-generated travel-demand a critical need still exists to pro- study by engineering consultant model used to develop thej vide alternative access for Florida Hazen and Sawyer determined that Trass Country". 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The Waterway FEB 10™-7pm • Tampa, FL * MORE CHOICE BEST ENGINEERING County was Estates land remains a valuable • LOWEST PRICES under a consent County asset, and several possible Crowne Plaza West Palm Beach Hotel order with, the future uses, based on will *of the FEB 11™-2pm ! www.massinginc.com West Palm Beach,fL www.handihouse.com Florida public, include a marina,or park. Department of 6040 LANDING VIEW RD. The public record will verify HiltonFt Environmental that the BOCC spend funds based PER IITH 11 am LauderdaleAirport MASSING (First Light S. of Colonial on Metro) PCD U • I I dUl .FtLauderdale,FL Protection to on value and demonstrated need. SHEDS & GARAGES 'SINCE 1977 239-939-4122 abate excessive Obituaries Barbara Brown Emily's life will continue to be celebrated by her children • Center for New Americans, 42 Gothic Street, Barbara Ellen Brown. 74, loving mother and grandmother, Emily Frelinghuysen Douglas (Gary Artim), Susan Douglas Northampton, Ma. (www.cnam.org) of North Fort Myers, passed away on Sept. 5, 2011 with her Ryan (Tom), Damon Greenleaf Douglas (Therese Ross), and Friends may sign the guest book at www.dignifiedcrema- loving family by her side. David Deuel Douglas (Suzannah Kincannon); grandchildren tions.com. She was bom on Aug. 8, 1937 in Fairmont, W.V. the Mia Star Douglas, Douglas Denis 7T daughter of Howard and Florence (Talbot) Donahoe. Ryan, Will Damon Ryan, Satchel Anina Glaize Brewster Douglas, Drummond She leaves to cherish her loving memory, four children. Anina deZeng Hills Glaize. formerly of Fayetteville, N.Y. H Dominguez-Kincannon, Tulsa Brenda (Calvin) Henderson, Laurie (Robert) Rowley, Jennifer and Sanibel, died on Sunday, Sept. 4, 2011 in Winchester, Fallon Douglas, and Ella Kipling w (Ronald) DeCorte, and Andrew (Rebecca) Brown, sister Va. She was 97. Douglas; siblings Anita Bates •i. Shirley (George) Swan, and 10 grandchildren, Alex, Leslie, Mrs. Glaize was bom in 1914 in Maple Shade, NJ. to Glasson (Owen) and Joseph Sara, Rosemary, Kathryn, Nicholas, Samuel, Zachary, Noah Henry Lawrence deZeng and Anina C. deZeng. She was a Sherman Frelinghuysen Bates and Ryan. graduate of the Roberts Beach School and attended Sarah (Pam) and the Francisco family, She is reunited with her grandsons Daniel Francis Brown, Lawrence College. ft E. Bond, Susan, and Doug. Emily predeceased in 2007. She was preceded in death by husbands Holden F. Hills of A funeral mass took place on Sept. 10 in Fort Myers. joins her former husband of 42 years, Damon Greenleat Syracuse, N.Y: and Frederick L. Glaize, Jr., of Winchester, Burial was at Fort Myers Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Va. She is survived by her daughter Anina. H. Hodge of In lieu of flowers, contributions in Barbara's loving mem- Douglas, Jr., sister- and brother- in-law Sally Douglas and Edwin Algonquin, 111., her sons Peyton deZ. Hills of Syracuse, N.Y. ory may be made to Hope Hospice, 2430 Diplomat Parkway, B. Francisco, and brother John and Holden F. Hills, Jr. of Pittsfield. Ma., five grandchildren in Cape Coral, FL 33909. Douglas Grenville Bates. Ill on the other and six great-grandchildren. side. Mrs. Giaize played an active role in several Syracuse-area Louis Cardamone organizations. She served as trustee of the Syracuse Medical A graduate of Kent Place (1950) and Cornel! (1954). Dispensary and president of its Auxiliary; president of the Louis J. Cardamone peacefully passed away in Pittsburgh, Emily proceeded to earn a Masters in Special Education. After Pa. on Aug. 12, 2011. He was 85 and a resident of Sanibel Women's; Founders Group of Community General Hospital several years as a stay-at-home mother, she taught reading to of Syracuse; president of the board of the Syracuse Visiting Island. struggling learners at school districts in Ulster County, N.Y. Loving husband of beloved wife Mary Jean (Chircosta) Nurse Association; and "trustee of Syracuse Memorial She loved her business — Emily's Gardens — mid found joy Hospital. In 1967, the Syracuse Post Standard awarded Mrs. Cardamone married for nearly 61 years, father of Antoinette in creating beautiful landscapes in Fairfield and Westchester Glaize its Woman of Achievement Award for Community Cardamone. Marco (and spouse counties. Service. Paula), Dino and the late Gina, Emily had a keen eye for the beauty in the world. Creating (surviving spouse Mark "Red" Mrs. Glaize also chaired the Syracuse Junior League's vol- 1 images of wildflowers and landscapes brought her happiness, "0- Cardamone-Rayner); grandfather unteer committee and served on its executive committee; was and in her last year at King's Crown, Shell Point in Fort president of the Women's Auxiliary of the Syracuse Boys' K of Teresina, Raphael, Alessandra Myers, she renewed her love of painting. % and youngest granddaughter Club; and served on the board of the District Attorney's A lifelong supporter of the arts, Emily volunteered at the Lucy; brother of late sister Edith Advisory Council. She was a member of DeWitt Community a BIG Arts Center on Sanibel Island, joined the Crafty Ladies at Church and of its altar guild. Caruso, uncle of Joseph and Amherst South Congregational Church and added her voice to Rosemarie Giraso; brother-in- After she moved to Sanibel, Mrs. Glaize was invited to join I SanibePs community chorus and Sanibel Congregational the board of the Sanibel Community Association. She also law of James Chircosta. UCC's choir. Lou was co-founder, CEO and was vice chair of the Sanibel Home Rule Study Group and Emily was active throughout her life: sailing in races in her served on the boards of "'Sanibel Tomorrow," Sanibel-Captiva Chairman of MARC & Company youth in Bamegat Bay, NJ., competing in triathlons, hiking (now MARC USA) from 1955 Conservation Foundation and the Caretta Research Project. the escarpment trail in the Cat-skills many limes, orienteering, Mrs. Glaize also was a member of the Bailey-Matthews Shell until the early 1990s. He was Cardamone biking, joining water aerobics and yoga classes, and, in the last Museum Founding Committee. She was a member of the also the inspirational co-founding year, walking up three flights of stairs at King's Crown many Sanibel Historical Museum and served as general manager of force behind Cafe Allegro and times a day. She loved tackling crossword and jigsaw puzzles. the Sanibel Shell Fair & Show. Her community involvement Club Cafe, all located in Pittsburgh, Pa. Lou served his coun- Emily leaves an extensive network of friends from the extended to Fort Myers, where she was a founding member of try'as a radio operator in the U.S. Army during World War 11 many places she lived throughout her life. She made many the Fort Myers University Club and a board member of the in the European theatre. He received a Bachelor of Arts from new friends at King's Crown in Fort Myers; Emily's family Fort Myers Community Concerts Board. Duquesne University's School of Journalism. 5. extends special thanks to MacKenzie Millis and Inga Bnedahl After more than 60 years of community service, Mrs. Having retired in Sanibel, Lou was a private man who PS at King's Crown. Also thanks to Carol Gross of Sanibel Glaize moved to Winchester, Va., where she was active for a treasured his family. He loved life and humanity. Lou was a Congregational UCC and the many others from both Amherst several years in the WinchesteivClarke Garden Club. Her avid "a compassionate man who touched many people's lives in a © Congregational and Sanibel Congregational who visited and interest in her community and her environment continued until positive way. prayed for Emily. her death. s A memorial service is planned in Pittsburgh, Pa. on Sept. Emily had an abiding enthusiasm for everything on top of Memorials may be made to the Bailey-Matthews Shell 24. Memorials may be made to a charity of your choice. an incredible spirit and energy. She was a fighter until the end. Museum, Sanibel, FL 33957, or to the Archaeology Please add tributes or views at www.BeinhaueiCares.com. A celebration of Emily's life will be held on Oct. 1 at South Department, University of Florida-Gainesville, Gainesville, Amherst Congregational Church, 1066 South East Street, FL 32611, c/o Dr. William Marquardt. Emily Douglas Amherst, MA 01002. In the meantime, her family suggests Please view obituaries and tribute wall at www.ompsfu- Emily Brewster Frelinghuysen Bates Douglas passed away those wishing to honor Emily's memory consider making a neralhome.com. on Saturday, Aug. 27 in Fort Myers after bravely living with donation to one of the following organizations: ovarian cancer .for three years. Emily was bom to Victoria • Coalition of Immokalee Workers, Immokalee, Fla. Frelinghuysen and John Grenville Bates, Jr. on July 14,19 3 3. (www.ciw-online.org)

Powerful Tools for Caregivers series starts next week Submitted by PAT DOLCE who have successfully applied the tech- 7771 Stringfellow Road, St. James Powerful Tools for Caregivers is an niques they teach). Interactive lessons, City, from Sept. 23 through Oct. 28. educational series designed to provide discussions and brainstorming will help • Sessions are held every Friday from 1 you with the tools you need to take care you take the "tools" you chooseand put to 4 p.m. . of yourself. The program helps family them into action for your life. • Community of Christ, 368 caregivers reduce stress, improve self- You will receive a book, "The Herron Road, North Fort Myers, from confidence, communicate feelings bet- Caregiver Helpbook," developed Sept. 22 through Oct. 27. Sessions are ter, balance their lives, increase their specifically for the class. A donation of held every Thursday from 6 to 8:30 ability to make tough decisions and $25 to help defray the cost of the book p.m. locate helpful resources. is suggested, but not required to attend For information about respite care or Classes consist of six sessions held the class. to register, call 239-343-2751. Class once a week. Two experienced.Class Classes will be held at the following size is limited and pie-registration is Leaders conduct the series (many are locations: required. Refreshments will be provid- experienced caregivers themselves, • St. John's Episcopal Church, ed by Right at"Home. 00 New phone system installed at Lee Memorial Health System off-site locations Submitted by PAT DOLCE wait times and improve customer satisfaction. sage stating the new telephone number. A new, state-of-the-art telephone and fax system at the "Our primary goal is to get the new telephone system • You will receive a notification that the number no Outpatient Center at HealthPack Commons, Lee up and running with no or minimal disruption to day-to- longer is in service. If this occurs, you should call the Physician Group's Bass Road offices and HealthPark day operations," said Mike Smith, Lee Memorial Health main department number or the main number for the J8 Care & Rehabilitation Center will provide more System chief information officer. "Our staff will be at location, and your call will be transferred. advanced communication capabilities and better patient these locations during the transition to provide support, For a list of new numbers, go to I care. and we ask that everyone bear with us during this time of www.LeeMemorial.org/phones/index.asp. a The new telephone and fax system by Cisco will transition." Cape Coral Hospital, Gulf Coast Medical Center, launch Sept. 12-21. This means every telephone and fax If you call one of the old telephone numbers at the off- HealthPark Medical Center and Medical Plaza One, Lee number at the locations mentioned above will change site locations after the new phone numbers go live, one of Memorial Hospital and the Medical Office Center, between Sept. 12 and 21. All new numbers will have a three things will happen: Outpatient Center at the Sanctuary, and the Lee Center "343" exchange. • The main department number automatically will be for Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation already have the The new telephone system has a daily reporting fea- forwarded to the new number for all of the off-site loca- new Cisco telephone system. ture that helps identify which departments are receiving tions. For more information, please see our list of Frequently the highest volumes of calls at what times of the day, so • If the individual you are calling re-recorded his or Asked Questions at staff can be adjusted during peak call times to decrease her voicemail greeting, you will receive a voicemail mes- www.LeeMemorial.org/phones/faq_bass.asp. 1) Above Board Chamber adds panelists to discuss business ethics in at Lee meeting The Above Board Chamber of Monday, Sept. 19 from 11 a.m. to 1 Memorial Health System Foundation the door. Members can display informa- Florida, invites everyone to its p.m. at the Hilton Garden Inn, located at will share about this month's featured tion about their business or organization September Lee County panel discussion 12600 University Drive in Fort Myers. non-profit organization. for just $25 while non-profits are invit- meeting, which will investigate "Ethics Dr. Douglas Nay, Professor of 'The Chamber brings together a ed to set up a presentation table for free. in Business - The Do's and Don'ts of Management at Edison University, joins panel of experts each month who will For more information or to reserve £ Running an Ethical Business." this month's panel of experts including discuss business topics that will help your place (by Sept. 15), visit o businesses become better equipped to www.AboveBoardChamber.com or call u Attendees will hear from some of Daniel Fernandez, J.D., Professor of Florida's top professors who will par- Business Law, FGCU; and Professor succeed in today's economy," said 239-910-7426. ticipate on the panel tq learn what JoAnn Ahern, Ethics Instructor, Hodges Jeanne Sweeney, President of the I makes an ethical business in this new University. Above Board Chamber. Source: Above Board Chamber of economy, Also, Christin Collins, Senior The cost for "Members" is $15 and Florida •I The monthly meeting will be on Director of Development, Lee "Friends" are just $20, or pay $25 at •a I Permit From page 1 • Council From page 1 whether city staff could identify appli- were independent from one another as was cants who qualify as a formula retail store the name and appearance of each outlet. meter size. It also established a con- palms and complete some trimming prior to issuance of their business tax After some additional debate on where nection fee of $3,915.53. of a buttonwood tree at the rear of the license. Holly Smith also inquired what the responsibility for determining the Also to be discussed was an update complex, which inhibits the view of search process the Planning Department identity of a formula retail store would fall of the Sewer Debt Retirement of State the river behind Schein Performance conducts in researching such applications. upon, commission chairman Mike Revolving Fund. Hall and their ticket office. However, Jimmy Jordan, Director of Planning,' Valiquette made a motion to approve the Mayor Kevin Ruane, who told his because the facility sits on city- told the commission that staff now con- application. Krekel seconded the motion, fellow council members that he had owned land, removal and trimming of ducts a throughout background check which passed 7-0. received a number of phone calls vegetation is not permitted. related to the proposed resolution, "I understand that it's a small a, process, and that the Sanibel Olive Oil In other business, a resolution approv- "5 Company application was only the third ing applications to remove and replace the suggested that city staff examine the amount of trimming, but it does set a among three after-the-fact applications seawall cap and tieback anchors, install matter in greater detail. precedent there," said Vice Mayor (following Synergy and Norris Home approximately 530 cubic yards of rip-rap "We should evaluate this as close- Mick Denham. "I would not support Furnishings) to be brought before the revetment at the toe of the seawall and ly as we have to... maybe put this in the trimming, but I do support the rest seven-member panel. removing and replacing of 4,500 square front of another set of eyes," said of it." Patel explained in a letter to the feet of boardwalk along the seawall at Ruane, who added that he would Fellow councilman Jim Jennings Planning Department that he considered Mariner Point Condominiums was given rather table discussions on the subject added, "I think there's gotta be a way his business unique from his other stores, the go-ahead by the commission. until their next meeting. we can do this, to help create maybe a noting that the variety of products offered City Manager Judie Zimomra better environment." His suggestion responded that she would direct staff received no support among the panel. to bring back alternatives - include "I really struggle with setting' a the impact upon the city's debt cover- precedent, considering this is city Budget From page 1 age — and offer a full presentation on property," said Doug Congress. Tuesday, Sept. 20. "I appreciate, Jim, where you're ($26,871); one sewer position changed first budget hearing as a member of coun- In other business, Ralph Clark trying to go," added Ruane, "but I from part-time to full-time ($20,234). cil, was pleased with the tentative budget introduced a proposal by BIG Arts to don't see how we can get there." • Roll forward purchase of crime plan presented. conduct several site improvements at The council voted 5-0 approving scene vehicle ($50,000) and Lindgren "Sanibel taxpayers are gonna be paying their Dunlop Road campus. Included the BIG Arts proposed site improve- box culvert project ($165,000). a little bit less, and we're reducing our in their plan is the removal of 50 non- ments, minus the vegetation mov- • , Reduce sewer debt budget by debt," he said. native plants, installation of "hun- ing/trimming element. $475,292. • Councilors also looked at establishing dreds" of native plants, widening on- Also, lease agreements with Sanibel's tentative budget package is goals for the future, including improving site pervious paver paths and improv- Dennis L. Roberts and Randal D. approximately $3.7 million more than last both local and regional water quality, ing safety and access to the facility. Wright at the east and' west Sanibel year's adopted budget of $44,059,108. developing" a long-term Debt Early One suggestion BIG Arts had pro- Lighthouse Caretakers Cottages, However, it is approximately $8.6 million Retirement Plan and developing a Facility posed was to move a pair of cabbage respectively, were approved. less than the FY2010-11 amended budg- Component Repiacement Plan. Denham et. suggested refining regional water goals "Speaking for my fellow council, I'm and adding completion of redevelopment very proud of what we've done to reduce activity. our debt," said Vice Mayor Mick "Let's try this year to have some very Denham. reasonable goals," he added. Report your news to According to Edwards, the average Final approval of the budget, millage THE ISLAND REPORTER: island taxpayer paid $1,402.40 to the city rate and council goals will take place dur- last year, In the coming year, the estimate ing the second public hearing on Tuesday, captivasanibel.com is $1,395.63. Sept. 20 at MacKenzie Hall. The meeting Doug Congress, participating in his will begin at 5:01 p.m. 'Ding' Darling NWR partners with postal service to promote stamp I Special to the REPORTER © A Save Vanishing Species semi-postal National Public Lands Day — Schedule of Events H stamp featuring the Amur tiger club will be issued on Tuesday, Sept. 20. The stamp will J.N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge 2 sell for 55 cents each or $ 11 for a sheet of 20 i stamps. Net proceeds from the sales will go Saturday, Sept. 24

DC Kiwanis Korner: Topics include CECI's Beach Ball, sea turtle statistics eH i Submitted by ERIC PFEIFER Kiwanis will once again be the Title Sponsor for _The Children's Education Center of the Islands (CECI) Sixth Annual Beach Ball fundraiser. This E fundraiser benefits families in need by a raising money for scholarships. Without scholarships, many island family's would /3 be in a desperate situation to find quality cs care for their children. Since 1999, CECI - a true, not-for- profit community preschool - has pro- 1 vided more than $180,000 in scholar- ships. On average, 10 percent of the preschooPs annual enrollment benefits from these scholarships. Our island econ- omy is dependent upon the wonderful service from those who work in varying capacities on Sanibel. and Captiva. Families rely upon CECI's loving, learn- ing environment and extended care. The Center provides for the youngest of chil- dren on a daily basis with our preschool education starting at 2 years old through CONTRIBUTED our VPK program (4 and 5 year olds). Members of the Kiwanis Club of Sanibel and Captiva with CECI students Lilly Lockard and Ace Lewis. The Beach Ball will be held Saturday, Oct. 22 at The Sanctuary Golf Club from "33 7 to 10 p.m. This-spectacular evening of are 130 volunteers in the program which leatherback and the most common logger- problems for turtles include artificial fun will provide appetizers, buffet dinner, runs from May 1st to mid October. head. Les showed a PowerPoint presenta- lighting during nesting season, plastics dessert, open bar, music by DJ New Charles LeBuff actually started Caretta tion of how the female turtles dig their and debris floating in the water, commer- 5 Beginnings and many awesome silent and Research on Sanibel back in the 1950s, nests with their rear flippers to a depth of cial fisherman, boats, pollution and red OS live auctions. making it one of the oldest programs in about three feet. On average, the mother tide. •5 Our own Les Boyle did his best the State of Florida. SCCF took over the will lay about 100 eggs. This week, we celebrated the birthdays Amanda Bryant imitation and educated us program in 1992, and they are responsi- After approximately 55 days, the of Al Lane, Dave Bunch and Andy Boyle. on the SCCF Sea Turtle Program at a ble for sending the data to Florida Fish & Permitees actively monitor the locations If you would like to join this fine group recent meeting. Many of our Kiwanians Wildlife Conservation Commission and and will begin to dig out the eggs. of service-oriented Sanibelians, please are Certified Permitees which allows NOA'A. Approximately 85 percent of the eggs come to The Dunes on Tuesday mornings them to handle the turtles and turtles' There are four different types of turtles will hatch, but unfortunately only one per- at 7:30 a.m. for a nice, hot breakfast. nests to facilitate their hatchings. There here locally: Hawk's bill, Kemp's Ridley, cent of the turtles will reach maturity. The

| Book holiday parties early at Traditions on the Beach a, Special to the REPORTER people up to 200 guests. this year, the restaurant will be open to and vocalists for this holiday season. Traditions on the Beach is remind- "Chef Aziz and 1 have added some guests on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas "In addition to Barbara, Marvilla ing businesses and other island groups of our favorite seasonal dishes to Eve and Christmas Day. and myself, we'll be bringing, in some "2 that bookings are filling up for their include on the selection of holiday Holiday favorites such as duck and local favorites during the holidays," holiday parties taking place between patty menus," said Andrea Mucciga, lamb are being offered alongside some said McCormick. "The holidays are Nov. 28, 2011 and Jan. 15,2012. host of Traditions on the Beach. of the signature seafood and pasta dish- fun, and we're looking forward to cele- The award-winning restaurant, one "We're very excited for our first full es that the Italian and Mediterranean brating with everyone." of the only beachfront dining rooms on holiday season on Sanibel." cuisine the restaurant is known for. Guests are encouraged to book holi- Sanibel, has been taking holiday reser- Traditions on the Beach opened last Live music will accompany nightly day parties early to ensure your group's vations for more than five months, with year on Dec. 24, and so was not avail- during the seasons, with favorite holi- date is free. For more information or to bookings varying from groups of five able for holiday parties last year; but day songs sprinkled in with their nor- make reservations, call 472-4559. mal variety of pop, jazz, show tunes Traditions on the Beach is located at and classics. Joe McCormick, enter- 3111 West Gulf Drive, inside the his- tainment director at Traditions, has an toric Island Inn. Islanders gather for dinner in Paris impressive lineup of favorite musicians LCEC lauded among Best Employers for Workers 50 arid Over

Submitted by KAREN RYAN ee engagement in order to maintain a pos- The LeS" County Electric Cooperative itive workplace," said CEO Dennie (LCEC) has been named by AARP to its Hamilton. "LCEC has a large percentage 2011 list of Best Employers for Workers of workers over age 50 and our benefits 50 and Over. To be considered, employers programs including health and wellness must submit a comprehensive application initiatives, retirement plans with financial describing employee programs, practices planning and professional development and policies. opportunities have high value. Employees 2011 marks the 10 year history of the also have.access to training and tuition program designed to highlight exemplary reimbursement to broaden their skills." organizations with new and innovative LCEC will be featured along with other best practices in talent management. honorees in the November-December CONTRIBUTED As has become tradition, several Sanibel residents dined together in LCEC also received the honor in 2004 issue of AARP The Magazine. For more Paris, France at Axuria Restaurant on Monday, Sept, 12. Attending the and 2009. information about the award, visit annual "Sanibel East" dinner is, from left, Maddy Hanlon, Jim Hanlon, "We value our employees and strive to www. aarp.org/.../lee-county-electric- Linda Kramer, John Kramer, Barbara Joy Cooley and Tom Cooley. implement best practices for employees of aarp-best-employers.html. all ages. This includes a focus on employ-

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CD Breeze Newspapers lauds 4-* a C/3 Best of the Islands winners By JEFF LYSIAK Den Interiors [email protected] • Best Jewelry - Lily & Co. Last week, Breeze Newspapers handed • Best Shell Shop - She Sells Sea out their prestigious Best of the Islands Shells Awards, as voted on_by readers of the • Best Swimwear — Winds Island Reporter and " Sanibel-Captiva • Best Women's Clothing - Chico's Islander, during a festive luncheon gala • Best Chiropractor - Dr. Michael staged at The Dunes Golf & Tennis Club. Tolisano During the month of August, readers of • Best Day Spa - Sanibel Day Spa both newspapers filled out ballots nomi- • Best Dentist - Dr. Lyle Hotchkiss nating their favorite island businesses, • Best Family Practitioner — Dr. attractions and service providers in 84 Edward LaMotta individual categories. More than .1,300 • Best Hair Salon/Barber - Sanibel £ validated ballots were submitted during Beauty Salon o the voting period. • Best Manicure/Pedicure — Head to u I—< While every winner should rightfully Toes by Tina 0) be congratulated for the honor, the biggest • Best Massage Therapist - Charlene "3 winner of the 2011 Best of the Islands Black S3 CO Awards was Traders Store & Cafe, which • Best Medical Center - San-Cap took top honors for Best Dinner as well as Medical Center I Best Bartender (Bobby Dunn), Best Server • Best Optometrist — Snead Cataract 3 (Leslie) and Best Chef (Mike Patnode). • Best Pharmacy - Island Pharmacy Receiving three category wins each CAROL ORR HARTMAN • Best Attorney — Jason R. Maughan was Bailey's General Store (Best Bakery, Pictured at last week's Best of the Islands awards luncheon are, from left, P.A. Best Deli and Best Grocery), The Sanibel Jim Konig, John Grey, Victor Brust and Scott Blonde. • Best Auto Service - Sanibel Shell Grill & .Raw Bar (Best Bar, Best Happy • Best Builder - Sandcastle Hour and Best Place To Watch The Game) Construction Co. and Bank of the Islands (Best Bank, Best • Best Electrician — Molnar Electric Financial Services and Best Mortgage Inc. £3 Broker/Agency). • Best Heating & Air Conditioning - C o "We are very excited that the commu- Sanibel Air Conditioning a nity thinks so much of us that they would • Best Hotel/Inn - 'Tween Waters PS! bestow these awards on us," said Richard Inn -a s Johnson, general manager of Bailey's • Best Home Improvement Contractor 3 General Store. "A giant thank you to — Dan Hahn Custom Builders Inc. everybody!" • Best Insurance Agency - Heidrick Mark Blust of The Sanibel Grill & Raw & Co. Insurance and Risk Management Bar credits his restaurant's consistency Services with the reason they've been successful. • Best Landscape Contractor — R.S. "There have been three other restau- Walsh Landscaping Inc. rants to open up in the last year, and mat • Best Lawn Service — Mon Reve does chip away at the market share," he Landscape Design & Maintenance Inc. explained, "but It's nice that the public • Best Marina - Sanibel Marina does recognize our product and excel- • Best Painting - John Grey Painting lence." • Best Plumber — Nave' Plumbing In addition, Francis Bailey was lauded Inc. as Humanitarian of the Year, • Best Pool Service - Island Condo "I feel very humbled by this," said Maintenance Inc. Bailey. "I don't know what I did to deserve • Best Printer - Big Red Q this honor, butl am very thankful for it." Dick Muench, Tony Lapi and Mick Denham. Quickprints Center Other winners (listed by category) • Best Taxi/Limo Service — Sanibel included: LLC Parade (Lisa Newmayer-Cochrane and Taxi • Best Museum - Bailey-Matthews • Best Golf Course - The Dunes Golf Trish Phillips) • Best Trust Company - Sanibel Shell Museum & Tennis Club • Best Place for Family Fun - Billy's Captiva Trust Co. • Best Place For Dancing - The • Best Tennis Courts — The Dunes Bike Shop • • Best Property/Vacation Jacaranda Golf & Tennis Club • Best Watersports - YOLO Management. - Royal Shell Vacations • Best Place For Entertainment — The • Best Breakfast - Over Easy Cafe Watersports, Inc. Inc. Jacaranda • Best Burger - The Lazy Flamingo * • Best Art Gallery — Watson MacRae • Best Real Estate Agent - Karen • Best Family Dining - The Island • Best Dessert - The Bubble Room Gallery Bell Cow • Best Seafood - Timbers Restaurant • Best Book Store - Sanibel Island • Best Real Estate Agency - Re/Max • Best Lunch - The Island Cow & Fish Market' Bookshop of the Islands . • Best Fine Dining - The Sanibel • Best To Go/Fast' Food - • Best Children's Clothing - Giggles • Best Real Estate Team - Burns Steakhouse Schnapper's Hots • Best Craft Shop - Three Crafty Family Team • Best Steak - The Sanibel • Best Wine Selection - The Grog Ladies Inc. • Best Title Company — Barrier Steakhouse Shop • Best Florist - Floral Artistry of Island Title Services Inc. • Best Ice Cream - Pinocchio's • Best Fishing Equipment — The Bait Sanibel Inc. • Best Fireman — Rob Doerr Original Italian Ice Cream Box • Best Furniture - Sanibel Home • Best Police Officer - Kurt Schulte • Best Local Entertainer - Danny • Best Fishing Guide r- Captain Joey Furnishings • Best Service Organization/Club — Morgan, : ..,•.* -.••.,...• T - . • Burnsed, .. , , • Best Gift Shop - Sanybel's Finest CROW •••Best Pizza. r Island Pizza-Company- . ., • .Best Island Event ** .Fourth of July • Best Home Interior - Decorating "8

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CHELLE KOSTER WALTON call 472-1100. •6 Inspired by "Ding" Darling Refuge's "Ding" Darling Days sponsors include new iNature Trail along Wildlife Drive, Doc Ford's Sanibel Rum Bar & Grill, the weeklong "Ding" Darling Days debuts Ocean's Reach, Times of the Island Technology in the Outdoors Day this year (TOTI) Media, Sundial Beach & Golf o on Monday, Oct. 17. Resort, Bailey's General Store, The Cedar Public school children are off that day; Chest Fine Jewelry, Island Sun, Jerry's and they, their parents, and techies of all Foods, Royal Shell, Sanibel Captiva ages are invited to attend a full day of Community Bank, The Sanibel Captiva events'that combines gadgets with nature. Trust Company, Jim and Patty Spninkle, Special tours and demonstrations will 'Tween Waters Inn, West Wind Inn, Mike introduce visitors to the 10-station and Terry Baldwin, Art and Susan iNature Trail along Wildlife Drive, where Cassell, Bank of the Islands, Caloosa Tent they will use smartphones and tablets to & Rentals, Matzaluna the Italian Kitchen, scan QR codes and connect with interac- R. S. Walsh Landscaping-]n the Garden, tive YouTube videos for a free ranger-nar- Rotary Club of Sanibel-Captiva, Sanibel- rated tour. Captiva Kiwanis, Sanibel Susan Realty Associates, The Clem Werner Family, Other demonstrations included GPS- Barefoot Charley's Painting, Big Red Q based Earth-caching at the refuge and the Quickprtnt, Charlotte Harbor National Education, Center's eBird Trail Tracker Estuary Program (CHNEP), Dan Hahn computer, where guests can identify birds CONTRIBUTED Custon -Builders, George & "Wendy's and their songs and enter their refuge Corner Grill. Good Wheels, Island sightings. A special introduction to the Refuge's new iNature Trail along Wildlife Drive highlights Monday's new Technology in the Outdoors Day. Therapy Center,. Mast Family Culligan, Throughout the day, visitors can watch Over Easy Cafe, Panther Printing, Re- short films featuring seven of the 550- Newal Water, Sanibel Art & Frame, She kicks off on Sunday, Oct. 16, with Family Darling Days with support from Tarpon plus refuges throughout the nation. Films Sells Seashells, Suncatchers' Dream, Fun Day and closes with Saturday's Bay Explorers, the U.S. Fish & Wildlife begin every hour on the hour in the Winston and Barbara Spurgeon, Thistle Education Center Auditorium starting at 9 Conservation Art Day, Oct. 22. Service, and other private and business partners. Lodge Beachfront Restaurant and Traders a.m. "Ding" Darling Wildlife Society- Cafe. Friends of the Refuge sponsors "Ding" For a full "Ding" Darling Days sched- The 22nd annual "Ding" Darling Days Q.

re CROW begins Fun Patch Series for youth organizations o Submitted by LIA GANOSELLIS Feb. 4 and 18. knowledge that gives them confidence in many differ- § The Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife Education Committee co-chairs Lynn Ridlehoover ent situations," Ridlehoover said. (CROW) is launching a new educational program in and Bev Ball invite groups comfortable with a fourth Presentations will begin at. 8:30 a.m. at the Healing October to teach kids about CROW's mission and the grade level presentation to sxhedule their Fun Patch Winds Visitor Education Center, located at 3883 importance of peacefully coexisting with our wildlife Series workshop as soon as possible. Sanibel Captiva Road on Sanibel. neighbors. "As former Girl Scouts and campers, Bev and I real- To learn more about CROW, visit www.crowclin- Beginning on Saturday, Oct. 8, CROW is inviting ize how very important it is for young people to acquire ic.org. local Boy Scout troops, Girl Scout troops and 4-H clubs to its Healing Winds Visitor Education Center for the first Fun Patch Series. Participants will have the opportunity to YOUR ADVERTISING BUDGET IS explore the facility and participate in hands-on, interactive activities, from building an animal rescue SERVICE box to observing gopher tortoise grazing. At the end of each workshop, partici- TOO BIG pants will receive a "fun JJJJO- -1 -MlA ^*^ patch" to mark the comple- tion of the program. sla n PoofS e-rvice • CROW's Education Committee has scheduled Statewide advertising-^refreshing rates 10 Fun Patch Series dates Professional Weekly Service for organizations to choose ast, Expert Equipment Repair & Replacement = from. Girl Scout Troop (866)742-1373 228 has booked the first Specializing in GulfStream Pool Heaters presentation on Oct. 8. Other workshop dates include Oct. 22, Nov. 5 ADVERTISING NETWORKS DF FLORIDA and 19, Dec. 3 and 17, Jan. 7 and 21 as well as www.flarida-classifieds.com- PRESERVING PARADISE

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GO Reader Joseph Ambrogio, visiting Sanibel from Davie, Fla., snapped a few pictures of a «' small group of manatees engaged in their T3 mating ritual last weekend along the shore- In line behind the West Wind Inn. Manatees typically breed every two years, H and the gestation period lasts approximately one year. While spectators are requested to observe manatees from a respectable dis- tance, Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation I Commission (FWC) officials ask that if any of the manatees appear to be injured, please call them right away. Call 1-888-404-FWCC (3922), *FWC or #FWC on your cellular phone, or use VHF Channel 16 on your marine radio. If possible, give dis- patchers the exact location of the manatee. § 1 eg iS3

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'Turtle Tracks' at SCCF Turtle Nesting As of Sept. 9, 2010: Sea Turtle Sanibel East - 20 nest, 65 false Nesting Statistics crawls, 5 hatches r Sanibel West - 140 nests, 247 false crawls, 90 hatches Here is where we stand with sea tur- Captiva - 64 nests, 117 false crawls, tle activity as of Friday, Sept. 9 as well 42 hatches as the previous two years for compari- son. As of Sept. 9, 2009: Sanibel East - 27 nesjs, 57 false Asof Sept. 9,2011: crawls, 20 hatches Sanibel East - 37 nests, 81 false Sanibel West - 163 nests, 177 false crawls, 29 hatches crawls, 118 hatches Sanibel West - 240 nests, 361 false Captiva - 80 nests, 67 false crawls, crawls, 147 hatches 66 hatches SCCF Captiva - 77 nests, 54 false crawls, Learn about the life cycles and habits of sea turtles that nest on local 56 hatches beaches and what the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation Source: SCCF (SCCF) is doing to protect them. SCCF's sea turtle volunteers and staff monitor every inch of Sanibel and Captiva beaches every morning from May 1 through October, look- ing for tracks to nests laid the night before or nests that have hatched. The next "Turtle Tracks" program will be held on Thursday, Sept. 22 beginning at 10 a.m. at SCCF's Nature Center, 3333 Sanibel-Captiva Report your news to Road. The program is free to SCCF members and children, $5 for adults. Call 472-2329 for more information. THE ISLAND REPORTER: Remember to turn off your beach front lights or close your curtains so when the baby sea turtles emerge from their nest, they go towards captivasanibel.com the water. island T ISLAND LIVING Report your news to CAPTIVASANIBEL.COM B Week of Thursday, September 15, 2011 Zimomra to celebrate 10 years with the city ByJEFFLYSIAK [email protected] Ten years ago this month, the Sanibei City Council con- ducted a special interview session with the five City Manager applicants vying for the then-vacant position. One of the ques- tions asked of the job candidates was whether they could be happy making a long-term commitment to Sanibei. "I've worked in two cities, and in both cities spent 10 years apiece," Judie Zimomra responded at the time. "If you're happy ^vith my performance, I would anticipate being here at least mat long." Zimomra, wiio will officially celebrate her 10th anniver- sary as City Manager this Saturday, smiled when she was reminded of her almost prophetic quote. "It has been my pleasure to work with our residents and help make a difference in this community," said Zimomra, driving between appointments last Friday afternoon. "Working here has just been a joy." Earlier that same morning, Zimomra began her day in Fort Myers, speaking on behalf of the City of Sanibei at the Tourist Development Council meeting. After returning to the island, her agenda included two site visits — at a property on Lake Mures Circle and at the intersection of Nerita and Junonia streets - in response to inquiries made by residents. Later in the day, she conducted no less than four meetings at City Hall with various members of the city staff, fielding a myriad of phone calls and text messages along the way. All in a day's work for Zimomra.. "The bottom tine is that this is not a Monday- through Friday 8 to 5 job... and it isn't supposed to be," she said. "I'm always out there in the community. People can fee! free to contact me because my phone number's in the book. When you're a City Manager,"you're always the City Manager." Always busy, always attentive and always dependable. Zimomra, it seems, wouldn't want it any other way. "1 do like to do little run-out trips, three-day weekends whenever I can," she explained. "But now 1 have two or three wi-fi connections with the city, so there's no such thing as "down time.' This city runs 24/7." As an Adjunct Professor at Edison State College teaching in the School of Law & Public Safety, Zimomra is able to pass along the wisdom gained from her more than 30 years of experience in city and county government. She earned a degree in Communications at Kent State University, a Law JEFF LYS1AK degree at Capital University and a Masters of Public Judie Zimomra, Sanibel's City Manager, has spent the last decade in service to the island commu- Administration and Fiscal Administration at Ohio State nity. The Newton Falls, Ohio native will celebrate her 10th anniversary with the City of Sanibei on Sept. 17. See ZIMOMRA, page 14B

WHAT'S INSIDE Details, activities announced for 2012 'ShellabrationF and 75th Annual Show STAFF REPORTS [email protected] The islands of Sanibei and Captiva will be going "shell crazy" in 2012 with the arrival of the 75th Annual Shell Fair & Show and "Shellabration!" scheduled to take place from Feb. 26 through March Island 4. Because of the barrier islands unique boomerang Faces shape and east-west orientation rather than the usual north-south positioning, the islands stick out in the Wednesdays Gulf of Mexico and act like a giant scoop for shells. of Wonder Shell collecting has been a favorite pastime for the (WOW) art residents and visitors to these islands for many decades and 75 years ago the first Shell Fair was held program/2B by winter residents to display their beautiful collec- tions. JEFFLYSIAK Every year since, the annual Shell Fair & Show has Matthew Lucker, Ben Kobe and Mitchell Rice at The Sanibei School's booth during the 74th Annual See SHELLABRATION, page 12B Shell Fair & Show, which was held in March. PQ ISLAND FACES i Wednesdays of Wonder {WOW) art program Sanibel Congregational United Church of Christ S3 1 Wednesday, Sept. 7, 2011

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1 Sanibel-Captiva 1 Conservation Foundation 1 3333 Sanibei-Captiva Rd. 1 Phone: 239-472-2329 Turtle Tracks: Every other Thursday at 10 a.m. Meet at the Nature Center for a trip to a beach. Cost for this program is Free to members and children, $5 for nonmembers, beach parking fee $2/hour. Learn about the cycles and habits of the sea turtles that nest on our beach- es, as well as other local marine life. For questions about the OS Turtle Tracks program or our Sea T3 Turtle Research Program, call the 88 SCCF's Nature Center at 472- 2329. L The Week Ahead and Beyond SEPT. SEPT. T^- OCT. 17-18 Captiva Triathlon Woods to sign at S.I. Bookshop BMSM Beach Walk Clay art classes The inaugural Captiva Triathlon will be Best-selling author Stuart Woods will Join the Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum for The Sanibel Recreation Center will host held at South Seas Island Resort on Sept. appear at the Sanibel Island Bookshop a free Beach Walk with a shelling expert, f a semester of free-form clay art classes, 17 and 18. There will be two kids races on (1571 Periwinkle Way) to sign copies of his offered on the last Tuesday of "each month \ beginning on Oct. 13 and running fpr 10 Saturday (one for ages 6-9 and another for latest Stone Barrington novel, entitled "Son starting at 9 a.m. Participants meet at Gulfside weeks every Wednesday, for artists in ages 10-13) and an adult race on Sunday, Of Stone," on Sept. 26. A resident of Florida, City Park (Algiers Beach). Parking fees apply. fourth grade and older. Instruction will which includes a quarter-mile swim, 10- Maine and New York, Woods' appearance is For more details, call Diane Thomas at 395- be by Andi McCarter. Cost is $200 per mile bike ride and 3.1-mile run. Visit scheduled to begin at 5 p.m. For more infor- 2233. The next Beach Walk will be held on person, which includes all materials and www.gearedup.biz for details. mation, call 472-5223. Sept. 27. supplies. To register, call 472-0345. OCT. OCT.

San-Cap 15 Cracker Fest 04 10K Race 4 F.I.S.H. Juror's Talk at BIG Arts Calusa Blueway Paddling Festival The Third Annual San-Cap Cracker Fest The I OK Race 4 F.I.S.H., held in con- A Juror's Talk with Barbara Hill, founder Participants are sought for the Calusa will be held at The Bait Box (1041 junction with the Fort Myers Track Club, of Hill Fine Art Consulting, will take Blueway Paddling Festival, to be held Nov. Periwinkle Way) on Nov. 4 starting at 6:30 will take place on Oct. 15 beginning at | place at BIG Arts' Phillips Gallery on 3-6 on the Sanibel Causeway. The event is p.m. Food includes wild pig, fried and 7:30 a.m. at the Sanibel Community Ij Oct. 28 at 5 p.m. An artist's reception and open to kayakers, outriggers and stand-up smoked mullet, corn on the cob and House. The fundraiser is expected to | awards presentation for the Biennial paddlers. Entry fees for the Calusa Classic Esperanza's biscuits. The event also features attract more than 400 runners. To register j| Sculpture exhibit will follow. For more are $70 per racer or $200 per OC-6 team. 1 live music as well as live and silent auctions. for the race as a participant or to become j information, visit www.bigarts.org or Entry in the Calusa Dash is $45 per racer. J Tickets are $75. Visit www.sancapcracker- a sponsor, contact F.I.S.H. at 472-4775. I call 395-0900. Visit www.CalusaClassic.com for details. fest.com for details. island T CALENDAR Report your news to CAPTIVASANIBEL.COM

© o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o On Stage • Tarpon Bay Explorers offer Eco-Tours at 'Ding' Darling The Herb Strauss Schoolhouse Theater Q Kayak Tours — Kayak with a naturalist through the mangrove forest along the o 2200 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Commodore Creek water trail. Learn about the rich back-bay ecosystem and the • wildlife that lives there. Or, join us as the sun goes down on a paddle to the Rookery Phone: 472-6862 * Web: www.theschoolhoasetheatcr.com Islands. Be there as hundreds of birds — egrets, herons, ibis, cormorants, and pel- o "Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?" Running Oct. 27 to Nov. 5 icans — come in to roost for the night. Witness the sunset that Sanibel is famous o "A Couple of Blaguards" Running Nov. 15 to Nov. 26 for. o "Winter Wonderettes" Running Dec. 16 to Dec. 31 Nature Cruises - Enjoy a relaxing cruise aboard our quiet, environmentally "Dirty Rotten Scoundrels" Running Jan. 13 to Feb. 11 friendly, covered pontoon boat. We'll observe the amazing rookery islands and the o "Das BarbecU" Running Feb. 17 to March 17 hundreds of birds that call them horne. Learn about the mangrove estuary and the o "Over The Tavern " Running March 23 to April 21 Ding Darling refuge while looking for dolphins and manatees. You'll also enjoy a. o Murder Mystery Dinner Train Seminole Gulf Railway Dinner Train Theater ( visit to the Touch Tank for an up-close look at some of the bay's marine life. o Colonial Boulevard and Metro Parkway, Fort Myers. Phone: 239-275-8487 Breakfast, Daytime and Evening Cruises available. Deadly Swindle: Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday. Refuge Tram Tour — Our experienced naturalists can help you spot wildlife o Till Murder Do Us Part: Friday and Saturday. most visitors would never see. As the road meanders past tidal mudflats and man- o Synopsis: The murder mysteries are playing on the Seminole Gulf Railway din-O grove forests, you'll spot roseate spoonbills, white ibis, herons, egrets, pelicans, o ner train, which departs Colonial Station, off Colonial Blvd. and Metro Pkwy. o osprey, and other colorful birds feeding, resting and preening. You'll also hear fas- cinating tales of the Calusa Indians and the early days of Sanibel and south Florida. o Train departs 5:30 p.m. Sundays and 6:30 p.m. other days o Ticket information: Cost is $59.00 +tax for five-course dinner and show Also Available - Fishing Charters, Pontoon, Kayak, Canoe and Bicycle o Rentals and a beautiful nature-inspired gift shop. Wednesday-Friday and Sunday and $69.00 +tax on Saturday. Call Tarpon Bay Explorers at 472-8900 for more information and reservations. o Call 239-275-6060 or visit www.semgulf.com. o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o Entertainment on the Islands Friday Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Sept. 16 Sept, 17 Sept. 18 Sept. 19 Sept. 20 Sept. 21 Sept. 22 Jacaranda 1223 Periwinkle Way The Pieces Band The Pieces Band Jamaica Dave & Co. Renata TBA Buckeye Ken 2 Hot 472-1771 'Tween Waters 15951 Captiva Dr. 10,000 Views 10,000 Views 472-5161 Steve McDugal Royce Allgoud Sam Felker Steve McDugal Royce Allgood Sam Felker RC Otter's Noon to 5 p.m. Noon to 5 p.m. Noon to 5 p.m. Royce Ailgood Noon to 5 p.m. Noon to 5 p.m. Noon to 5 p.m. 11596 Andy Rosse Ln Frank Thomson Pii! McCurie Gco Noon to 5 p.m. Pat McCune Pat McCune Pat McCune" 395-1142 6 to 10 p.m. 6 to 10 p.m. 6 to 10 p.m. and 6 to 10 p.m. 6 to 10 p.m. 6 to 10 p.m. 6 to 10 p.m. Chris Workman Sam Felker Mark Vee Paul Rosmus Mark Vee Pete Beard Keylime Bistro Noon to 5 p.m. Noon to 5 p.m. Noon to 5 p.m. Noon to 5 p.m. Noon to 5 p.m. Noon to 5 p.m. Frank Thomson 11509 Andy Rosse Ln Pat McCune Mitch Mitcnem David Johnson Frank Thomson Gary & Kerry David Johnson Noon to 5 p.m. 395-4000 6 to 10 p.m. 6 to 10 p.m. 6 to 10 p.m. 6 to 10 p.m. 6 to 10 p.m. 6 to 10 p.m. and 6 to !0 p.m. The Island Cow Nightly 6 - 9:30 pin Greg Watts Diana Lynn Buckeye Ken 2163 Periwinkle Way The Mucky Duck Buckeye Ken Greg Roche Mark Dupuy Dan Confrey Buckeye Ken 5 - 9 pm/472-3434 Gene Federico Andy Rosse Ln Traders Danny Morgan Danny Morgan Tues & Thu 8-11 pm & Friends & Friends 1551 Periwinkle Way Blue Giraffe 2075 PeriwinkleWay Gessiey Reed 472-2525 Dan Tudor Danny Morgan Danny Morgan & Friends Casa Ybel Resort 6:30- 10:00 pm & Friends, 1 -4pm Sun. Branch. 12 - 2:.W pm 2255 W. Gulf Dr. Thistle Lodge Coconuts Bar & Grill Thistle Lpdge Dining Rm. 472-9200 Dining Room 6:30 -10:00 pm l-4pm. Coconuts Bar & Grill Sweet Melissa's Michael David, Michael David, Light acoustic Light acoustic 1625 Periwinkle Way jazz guitar 472-1956 jazz guitar The Stone Crab Danny Morgan & Buckeye Ken Danny Morgan & 2761 W. Gulf Drive Friends, 8-11 p.m 8" Friends, 8-11 p.m. 472-0305

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George & Wendy's Chris Workman, Steve "Scooter" Corner Grill keyboard and vocals, Reynolds, guitar 2499 Periwinkle Way 7-11 p.m. and vocals, 395-1263 7-11 p.m. Traditions On The Beach Joe McCormick Joe McCormick Dusk Deo Dusk Deo Joe McCormick Joe McCormick 3111 W. Gulf Dr. 472-4559- . pa Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum Adopt-a-Ciass program OJD gives Lee County P unveils new cowry exhibit youths a unique Special to the REPORTER The Bailey-Matthews Shell educational opportunity Museum's much-anticipated cowry shell exhibit is finally here. The Since the inception of the Adopt-a-Class dynamic, interactive display was Program in 2003, the Bailey-Matthews Shell Zonta grantees report progress 'Catching Genius' topic with service programs of September Fiction Submitted by DAUA JAKUBAUSKAS vate organizations like Zonta have developed a process by which the club Book Group From providing reading materials filled in the gaps and helped them pro- could measure the success of its service for adult literacy programs to helping vide critical services to those in need in partners, said Barbara Nagle, president Submitted by CATHY CANGELOSI to fund the salary of a bilingual coun- the local community. of The San/Cap Zonta Club. Readers are invited to discuss "Catching Genius" selor for battered women, grants from At ACT, a $5,000 grant from "Carla passed away in April of this by author Kristy Kiernan, the focus of the The Zonta Club Of Sanibel/Captiva Zonta helped pay for the salary of a year, but her wisdom and expertise Wednesday, Sept. 28 book discussion meeting at the Islands awarded six months ago are much-needed bilingual counselor. So continue to guide us in evaluating our Sanibe! Public Library, located at 770 Dunlop Road. being turned into actionable projects, far, the counselor has provided therapy partner organizations," said Nagle. "In In "Catching Genius," two according to Zonta's non-profit part- to 64 victims of domestic violence and applying for a grant, each organization estranged sisters confront long- buried childhood memories and X ners. human trafficking in the Hispanic specifies the goals and results they will community. achieve with Zonta funding. At the family secrets as they struggle to Eleven local nonprofits that serve define their relationship. women and their families recently sub- A $6,000 grant to the Early six-month mark and again after one I mitted midterm reports for 2011 to Childhood Learning Services of the year, we measure how successful the The meeting is free and open to The Zonta Foundation of Southwest School District of Lee County helped organization has been in achieving the the public. Marlene Nicholas will be Florida, Inc., the fund-raising arm of pay for learning materials for both par- goals we've jointly agreed upon." leading the group discussion. the of Sanibel/Captiva club. Submitted ents and students participating in the In addition to financial support, The group discussion begins in August, the reports are part of the district's Parent University English island Zontians participate as volun- promptly at 2 p.m. in the library's club's ongoing grants process. class. The money also helped augment teers on service projects developed- ground floor meeting room (across from the elevator). It is preferable to The reports detailed how $54,000 the purchase of bus passes and gas with these groups. These efforts are cards so parents could attend work- part of Zonta's ongoing mission to come having read the book to be able to join in the awarded these groups has been spent lively discussion, but all are welcome. thus far. Much of this money was shops on parenting, employment and advance the status of women both raised in 2010 at Zonta's "Peek at the self-growth. locally and internationally. If you have any questions, call the library at 472- Unique" island house tour. Held in At SWFAS, over half of a $ 10,375 'The Zonta mission is to improve 2483. March, the annual tour is the club's grant from Zonta has been spent on the lives of women in our community main fund-raising event. purchasing a computer, software and locally, and worldwide through Zonta Groups that received money educational materials to help 23 International," said Barbara Nagle. include Friends In Service Here. women recovering from addiction "Because all of our members are asked SPL announces (F.l.S.H.) of Sanibel, Sanibel transition from the group's Fort Myers to volunteer and provide service in our Community Housing Resources, Inc., halfway house back into the communi- partner organizations, we are intimate- The Sanibel Recreation Center, ACT ty. As a result, many of these women ly involved in their work. Author Series (Abuse Counseling and Treatment), successfully completed their high "We see almost daily how organi- Last week, the Sanibel Public Library announced Southwest Florida Addiction Services, school equivalency tests and two have zations like F.I.S.H. here on the island, details of their 2011-12 Author Series. Human Trafficking Awareness gone on to take the SAT exam to enter and SWFAS, PACE, ACT and others Scheduled to visit during the upcoming season are Partnerships, Inc., GRACE Project college this fall. are helping girls and women in Lee Nancy Taylor Rosenberg ("My Lost Daughter," "The (Guatemalan Rural Adult and Closer to home, F.I.S.H. used part County. Working with our partners to Cheater," "Mitigating Circumstances" and "Revenge of Children's Education), Literacy of its $5,000 award to assist financial- educate girls and move women toward Innocents") on Dec. 8; Jennifer Egan (Pulitzer Prize win- Volunteers of Lee County, Parent ly strapped single moms and their chil- self-sufficiency is of invaluable benefit ner in 2011 for "A Visit From The Good Squad") on Jan. University (a project.of the Lee dren on the islands obtain necessary to our local community," Nagle added 19; Paul Theroux ("The Great Railway Bazaar," 'The County School District's Early medical care, dental care and prescrip- The Zonta Club of Sanibel/Captiva Mosquito Coast," "Sir Vidia's Shadow" and "The Tao of Childhood Learning Services), PACE tions. The grant also helped local is a service organization of profession- Travel") on Jan. 30; and Dennis Lehane ("Mystic River," Center For Girls of Lee County and women with one month of mortgage al women working together to provide "Gone, Baby, Gone," "Shutter Island" and "Moonlight Planned Parenthood of Southwest and or rent payments, which were awarded hands-on assistance, advocacy and Mile") on March 1. Central Florida. on an emergency basis. funds to strengthen women's lives on Tickets to the Author Series are distributed one month In the face of a soft economy, most A number of years ago, under the the islands, in Lee County and around prior to the event at 9 am, free to Sanibel Public Library of theses groups confronted reducing leadership of former Sanibel mayor and the world through Zonta International. card holders (two tickets per card, one card per person). services due to cutbacks in public and Zontian, the late Carla Johnston, The For more information, visit For additional information, call the library at 472- private funding. But grants from pri- Zonta Foundation of Southwest Florida www.zontasancap.com. 2483 orvisitwww.sanlib.org. 00 island

SPORTS Report your news to CAPTIVASANIBEL.COM Rainy days give way to blue skys at ft After a wet beginning to ous on the flats in the 50 to 60 feet west of Captiva. Reports indi- Look for them rolling on the surface on calm a> the week, the. rain clouds upcoming weeks. cate a good amount of gag grouper offshore mornings. finally gave way to blue skies, Mangrove snapper con- — remember, gag seasoa opens at the end of Bonnet head sharks from 2 to 4 feet are leaving anglers with some tinues as the go-to fish to fill the week. common on the flats. Generally you will good fishing opportunities out the dinner menu for both A variety of fish are coming from the sight them cruising around the boat. While heading into the weekend. inshore and offshore anglers. beaches including snook, trout, snapper, most sharks prefer oily baitfish, bonnetheads Red fishing was best in the Inshore, the best action came flounder, pompano and Spanish mackerel. prefer shrimp. Often you won't get them to morning hours with the rising from sand potholes, bar It's not uncommon to hook into all these eat anything else. Often mistaken for a small tides arid peaked the last hour edges and any type structure species in a day of fishing at areas like Blind hammerhead, they put up a great fight for •3 of the incoming. Fish were near the Gulf Passes. Fish up Pass, the Sanibel Pier or any stretch of beach, their size and are a favorite with the kids. A caught in north Pine Island to 14 inches were taken on with some water How and underwater struc- few bulls and lemons up to 6 feet were found in Pine Island Sound on the deep side of sand Sound near Pineland, south of ! live shrimp, pilchards and ture like rocks, submerged trees or pilings. A Blind Pass on Sanibel's east I small pinfish. Snapper were small white or pink nylon jig, tipped with a bars, look for them patrolling the perimeter side and in Matlacha Pass Capt. Bill Russell also caught on shrimp fished piece of shrimp, is a great choice for an all- of mullet schools. Needless to say, fresh mul- south of-the power lines. under the mangroves while around bait that will catch everything, plus let is the top choice of bait to hook on of these Most fish averaged 20 to 24 targeting" redfish. Drift fish- you do not need a boat to fish many of these sharks. inches with an occasional fish On the ing the passes is aiso a good areas. Although it's still pretty hot on most days, to 28 inches. A properly Water way to put fish in the cooler. Tarpon and sharks are still around but we are beginning to feel a change. You can placed pinfisli or shrimp and The best bet is the hour haven't been feeling much pressure from feel a hint of fall in the air over the early I cut sardines or ladyfish took before and after the tide anglers. Tarpon from 50 to 100 pounds can morning hours. With the gradual change, the most of the fish, reported and weedless- change. The current isn't as strong and it's be found around ladyfish schools in waters will begin to cool. This should spark a tigged CAL shad'Cajl Tojbled a few on artifi- much easier to keep the bait bouncing across Charlotte Harbor and off the beaches. Watch more consistent bite through the day. cial. A couple schools or large oversize red- the bottom, in the strike range. Offshore for birds dipping to the water and small lady- If you have a fishing report of for charter fish were reported on the bars that skirt yielded larger fish up to 4 pounds over artifi- fish free-wheeling across the surface after information, please contact us at 239-283- Charlotte Harbor, with most of the fish run- cial reefs and ledges in depths from 30 to 50 small bait fish. In Matlacha Pass, smaller tar- 7960, www.fishpineisland.com- or ning over 30 inches. Look for the big feet. Keeper red grouper up to 25 inches and pon from 10 to 40 pounds have been active [email protected]. Have a safe week and schools of large redfish to get more numer- lots of gag were also reported in depths from at first light off mangrove points and Islands. good fishin'. Countdown to Galloway Captiva Triathlon: It's all good

I™ O Submitted by KATE GOODERHAM swimmer. Together yorf make an awe- It is 7 a.m. on Sept. 18 on the beach Togo some team that is out to have a good at South Seas Island Resort, and you are time and a good race. It's all good. a eagerly and anxiously awaiting the start What:" Galloway Captiva You are a 6-year old still wearing of the race. You've trained, you are Triathlon your race t-shirt and medal frorjti the ready. The air horn sounds and you are kids1 tri yesterday. You are watching off. It's all good. When: Saturday, Sept. 17 dad race, feeling very proud. It's all M You are standing at the intersection Children's Triathlon good.(Well... mostly all good: there is of Captiva Drive and Andy Rosse Lane 8 a.m. (ages 6 to 9) one really angry 3-year old who wanted on a warm morning on Sept. 18, watch- 8:30 a.m. (ages 10 to 13) to race, but has to wait until he is six). ing and cheering as 500 cyclists ride by. Sunday, Sept. 18 You are watching your significant Pelican Landing Golf Some ride like the wind and others and Adult Triathlon, 7 a.m. other racing, knowing that he or she is working very hard with less forward no longer a couch potato. He or she has motion. It doesn't matter — you cheer lost weight, gotten in shape, and turned Classic to benefit LMHSF for all of them. It's all good (and there is Where: South Seas Island his or her life around. The family doctor Submitted by PAT DOLCE no charge for spectators). Resort is thrilled. It's all good. On Friday, the Lee Memorial Health System You more than anyone know about 5400 Plantation Road On Sept. 17, more than 100" chil- Foundation (LMHSF) announced that Pelican doing more with less. At CCMI, you are Captiva dren will compete in two age groups in Landing's Second Annual Golf Classic will take place facing more hungry people and emptier a mini-triathlon beginning at 8 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 14 at the beautiful Pelican Nest shelves. You know that Galloway Everyone who finishes will receive a- More information: Golf Club, located in Bonita Springs. Captiva Tri will help fill those shelves. medal. The purpose is to encourage life- www.captivatri.org The event features an 18-hoIe shamble format day It's all good. time fitness and family fun. on the course, dinner and silent auction featuring lux- You are fill (rig cups with water and On Sept. 18, more than 500 people ury golf packages, dining experiences and more. watching the runners on the beautiful year. Over 600 people from throughout ages 14 to 7-5-plus will compete to The public is welcome to attend and individual golf course path. II is a beautiful day Florida as well as Georgia, Michigan, swim 440 yards, bicycle about 10 golf slots are $175. Coiporate sponsorships are avail- and you are helping 500 people make Illinois and Indiana come to race in miles and ran 3.1 miles on Captiva able and auction donations are currently being accept- their dreams a reality. It's all good. September. It's all good. Island to raise funds (to help the needy) ed. You are the Lee County economy,' You are not a great runner, but your and have fun. Net proceeds will benefit The Pelican Landing facing one of the bleakest months of the best friend is and your cousin is a fast It is all very, very good! Fund which provides support exclusively to The Children's Hospital of Southwest Florida. The Fund is currently supporting construction of the new The NCAA Football Tailgate Night for teens offered Children's Hospital of Southwest Florida, a 148-bed, Calling all teenagers! Put.on your team colors and University vs. Oklahoma and the University of Miami vs. nearly 400,000 square-foot pediatric medical facility join us for a night of college football on Saturday, Ohio State games. to be built at HealthPark Medical Center in South Fort Sept. 17 from 7 to 10:30 p.m. at the Sanibel Non-members will require a day pass for entry. There Myers. Recreation Center. is no charge for Rec Center members. For more informa- To register to play or for more information regard- Don't miss all the stadium-style tailgating action, with tion on this teen event, contact the Recreation ing sponsorships, contact Chairperson Larry hot dogs and snacks during the game. Enjoy corn hole Department at 472-0345 or visit www.mysanibel.com. McPherson at 239-992-8810 or via e-mail at lpm- toss, ladder ball and trivia before game time. Then, teens [email protected]. can grab a seat on the bleachers to watch the Florida State ,-.-,',. ••.. . Source: City of Sanibel 1 60

its® n Small Business Resource Network H to host four-person scramble event a. Submitted by LORNA KIBBEY which includes the above mentioned, S3 The Southwest Florida Small Business along with a certificate of appreciation Resource Network (SBRN), an extended and recognition the day of the tournament. tZ) resource of Florida Gulf Coast University Following the golf tournament is a buf- n Small Business Development Center fet lunch and live auction. Auction items n (SBDC), will host a four-person scramble were donated by area businesses, such as 3 golf tournament at Raptor Bay Golf Club, weekend stay packages at Hilton Hotel in s located on the property of the Hyatt Naples, a $100 gift certificate to Shula's, Coconut Point on Friday, Sept. 23. a four-day, three-night stay at the Hyatt in Check-in begins at 7:30 a.m. with tee- Key West, a golf package in Scottsdale, off at 8:30 a.m. Cost to play is $100 per Ariz., a hot air balloon ride and much player and includes 18 holes of golf with more. cart, buffet lunch, door prizes and silent To enter the tournament or learn more auction. about sponsorship opportunities, visit Sponsorship opportunities arc available www.sbrn.org, or call 239-745-3700. I including Executive Foursome for ($550), s Sanibel Rec Center Calendar •D "B Golfers sought for Water Activities Facility Hours s Private Swim Lessons Fitness Classes 3 Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, Morning sessions: /i BIA's Fall Tournament 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 7:15 a.m., 8:30 a.m. & 10 a.m. Sundays, noon to 5 p.m. Evening sessions: Submitted by VALERIE WHITAKER All ages Monday and Wednesday, 5:30 & 6:30 p.m. The Lee Building Industry Association Cost: $20 per 30 min.for members, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday, (Lee BIA) will host their annual Fall Golf $25 per 30 min. for non-members 4:15 p.m. & 5:30 p.m. Tournament on Saturday, Sept. 24 at the Instruction is tailored to the participant's Cost: Included with membership Plantation Golf and Country Club in Fort needs: from basic swim instruction to Fitness class schedule available online Myers. improving stroke efficiency and endurance. at www.rnysanibel.com Registration begins at 7 a.m. followed Private swim lessons are scheduled on an ! Aerobics, body sculpting, BOSU individual basis by the Recreation j strength, power pace cycling & stability by the"Helicopter Ball Drop! at 7:30 a.m. Department's Aquatics Staff, The shotgun start for the four-person ball, yoga and zumba. scramble begins at 8 a.m. 5 Shallow Water Aerobics Weight Room The BIA Fall Golf Tournament will a feature an all American barbeque lunch, Mondays; Wednesdays and Fridays, • Monday to Thursday, beer on the course, raffle prizes and golfer 9 to 10 a.m. 6:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Cost: Included with membership • Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. goodie bag. You could win $1,000 in the This class will be held in the exercise pool Helicopter Ball Drop. If your raffle ticket • Saturday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. •-i for attendees who desire a low-impact • Sunday Noon to 5 p.m. matches the numbered golf ball that lands you enjoy a fun filled day of golf, deli- workout in wanner, shallow water. in the hole or nearest to the hole, you win cious barbeque and prizes. Sponsorship $1,000! Raffle tickets for the ball drop are Open Gym and event registration forms are available Deep Water Aerobics • Monday to Thursday, only $10 and can be purchased by con- at www.BIA.net or directly: at tacting the BIA office at 239-936-5525. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 6:30 a.m to 8 p.m. http://www.bia.net/documents/FalLl 1 Go '10:30 to 11:30 a.m. • Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. VIP team packages and great sponsor- ifTournamentFlyerl .pdf. Tuesdays and Saturdays, 9 to 10 a.m. ship opportunities are also available. • Saturday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information about registra- Cost: Included with membership • Sunday Noon to 5 p.m. Marketing sponsorship packages range tion, sponsorship opportunities or the This class will be held in the lap pool for from $50 to $1,000 and up. Make the Lee Helicopter Ball Drop, contact the Lee BIA partici pants who desire a low-impact work- BIA Golf Tournament work for you while at 239-936-5525 or e-mail [email protected]. out in cooler, deeper water. Game/Teen Room • Monday to Friday, Aqua Jogging 6:30 a.m to 2 p.m. Thursdays, 9 to JO a.m. • Saturday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cost: Included with membership • Sunday Noon to 5 p.m. Lifeguard certification This specialized class will be held in the ap pool for those who desire a low-impact Tennis Courts cardiovascular' workout in deeper water Reserve court time by calling 472-0345 offered at Rec Center while utilizing aqua jogging equipment • Monday to Thursday, such as belts and ankle resistance. 6:30 to 8 p.m. An American Red Cross Lifeguard Center. Course cost is $180 for Rec • Friday. 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Course will be -held at the Sanibel Center members and $225 for non- Masters Swimming • Saturday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Recreation Center on Friday, Sept. 16 members. Must be at least 15 years old Practices are Mondays, Wednesdays and • Sunday Noon to 5 p.m. from 4 to 8 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 17 to register and able to attend all class Fridays, 4 to 5 p.m. from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, Sept. sessions. Please call the Rec Center for Cost: $50 per year for members, 18 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Upon comple- swimming ability prerequisites. Class $63 pt'r year for non-members tion of this three-day course, partici- size is limited; register now. Masters Swimming is a program for seri- 3880 Sanibel-Captiva Rd. pants will be certified as Professional The Sanibel Recreation Center is ous swimmers ages 18 and over designed to 239-472-0345 Rescuers in lifeguarding, first aid, and located at 3880 Sanibel-Captiva Road. improve stroke technique and to build endurance. Hours of Operation: adult, child and infant CPR / AED. Daily, weekly, semi-annual and annual Monday-Thursday, 6:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. The American Red Cross is going memberships are available. For. more Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. paperless and now offers course manu- information, call 472-0345 or visit Aquaritis Saturday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. als online. For step-by-step instructions www.mysanibel.com. Monday and Wednesday, noon to 1p.m. Sunday Noon to 5 p.m. for downloading and printing the course manuals please contact the Recreation Source: City of Sanibel Water Pilates www.mysanibeLcom Tuesday and Thursday, 10:30 to U :30 a.m. island u OJO

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THURSDAY — while shows filmed in the ZONE Big Apple account for a whop- 9 p.m. on WINK ping 110 Emmy nominations. AUTO RACING ESPN2 Iowa State at Con- FRIDAY 2:00 pm GOLF Navistar LPGA The Mentalist Jane Lynch ("Glee") hosts SATURDAY necticut. (Live) 8:30 am GOLF Vivendi Trophy, Classic, Third Round. From Prattville, Ala. (Live) 3 Prepare to hang onto the this year's festivities from the 3:30 pm tSPN2 NASCAR Rac- SATURDAY Second Round. From Paris. re edge of that seat. In "Straw- Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles. (Live) 1:00 am GOLF Champions: N ing Nationwide Series: Dollar 12:00 pm WXCW Mississippi at Songdo Championship Korea, berries and Cream," the General 300. (Live) Vanderbilt. (Live) 12:30 pm GOLF Navistar LPGA MONDAY Classic, Second Round. From Final Round. From Songdo n identity of Red John's mole SUNDAY WZVN Auburn at Clemson. City, Korea. (Live) inside the CBf is revealed, 9:31 p.m. on WINK (Live) Prattville, Ala. (Live) re 2:00 pm ESPN NASCAR Rac- 3:00 pm GOLF BMW Champi- SUNDAY and Patrick (Simon Baker) 2 Broks Girls ing Sprint Cup: Geico 400. ESPN Teams TBA. (Live) t/i ESPN2 Pittsburgh at Iowa. onship, Second Round. From 8:00 am GOLF Vivendi Trophy, finally comes face to face with Max (Kat Denn ngs) is a (Live) Cog Hill Golf & Country Club in Final Round. From Paris. (Live) his nemesis in a confrontation (Live) •8 street-wise waitress at a BASEBALL 12:30 pm FSF Kansas at Geor- Lemont, III. (Live) 12:00 pm GOLF BMW Cham- pionship, Final Round. From re that could have serious reper- rough New York diner who gia Tech, (Live) 1:00 am GOLF Champions: cussions for the entire team. suffers through cooks and THURSDAY Songdo Championship Korea, Cog Hill Golf & Country Club in P 1:30 pm SUN Colorado vs. Lemont, HI. (Live) rs Robin Tunney and Owain Yeo- customers hitting on her. Her 2:30 pm FSF Florida Marlins at Colorado State. (Live) Second Round. From Songdo o Philadelphia Phillies. Game 1 2:00 pm WBBH BMW Cham- man also star. job gets tougher when the 3:30 pm WBBH Michigan State City, Korea. (Live) • of a double header. (Live) pionship, Final Round. From 3 diner hires an inept new wait- at Notre Dame. (Live) (CC) SATURDAY FRIDAY 7:00 pm SUN Tampa Bay Rays Cog Hill Golf & Country Club in ress, Caroline (Beth Behrs), WINK Tennessee at Florida. 8:00 am GOLF Vivendi Trophy, Lemont, III. (Live) (CC) 8 p.m. oriWBBH at Boston Red Sox. (Live) who turns out to be the now 7:30 pm FSF Florida Marlins at (Live) (CC) Third Round. From Paris. (Live) GOLF Navistar LPGA Classic, 2011 NCLR ALMA Awards homeless trust-fund daughter Philadelphia Phillies. Game 2 WZVN Regional Coverage. 10:00 am GOLF BMW Cham- Final Round. From Prattville, Eva Longoria and George of a disgraced Ponzi schemer. of a double header. (Live) Washington at Nebraska or pionship, Third Round. From Ala. (Live) Lopez co-host this ceremony They soon form a bond and FRIDAY Texas at UCLA. 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(Live) FSF North Texas at Alabama. tions each, covering movies, 3 music and television, followed In this new sitcom, after (CC) (Live) SPORTSQUIZ by Jennifer Lopez and Naya she catches her boyfriend SUNDAY 8:00 pm WZVN Oklahoma at a Rivera ("Glee") with two. Also cheating on her, Jess (Zooey 1:30 pm SUN Tampa Bay Rays Florida State. (Live) PS 9:15 pm ESPN2 Utah at BYU. By George Dickie up for honors are Antonio Deschanel) becomes the at Boston Red Sox. (Live) © Zap2it Banderas, Bruno Mars, Cam- WTBS Tampa Bay Rays at (Live) n roommate of three guys: bar- Boston Red Sox. (Live) (CC) 10:00 pm SUN Oklahoma State eron Diaz, Enrique Iglesias tender Nick (Jake Johnson), 2:00 pm WGN-A Chicago White at Tulsa. (Live) Questions: 1 and Shakira. social/corporate ladder climb- Sox at Kansas City Royals. 10:45 pm ESPN Teams TBA. 1) When Hurricane Katrina hit New Orleans in 2005, the SATURDAY er Schmidt (Max Greenfield) (Live) (CC) (Live) Saints were forced to play their home games that year in and personal trainer Coach 8:00 pm ESPN St. Louis Car- SUNDAY what cities? 11 p.m. oh SPIKE (Damon Wayans Jr.). But the dinals at Philadelphia Phillies. Blue Mountain State (Live) 1:00 pm WFTX Tampa Bay Buc- 2) In 1989, World Series Game 3 between the San Francisco guys aren't quite prepared to caneers at Minnesota Vikings. Giants and Oakland A's was interrupted by an earthquake. TUESDAY Change is coming to the have a female in their midst, (Live) (CC) . 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