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VOL. 11, NO. 14 From the Beaches to the River District downtown Fort Myers APRIL 13, 2012 CaluSUP Races Planned For Paddleboarders he Body Glove CaluSUP Race is a World Paddle Association- Tsanctioned, elite seven-mile Stand- Up Paddleboard race in the Gulf of Mexico. Slated for Saturday, May 5, the CaluSUP will draw stand up paddlers to Fort Myers Beach’s newest watersport event. The one-day event, which will benefit Lee County Special Olympics, includes a one-mile recreational race, a family fun race, free demonstrations for the public and paddleboard activities. Festivities run from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Crescent Beach Family Park, located at 1100 Estero Boulevard in Fort Myers Beach. The Body Glove CaluSUP Race is inspired by the Calusa Indians that once thrived throughout Southwest Florida’s coastal waters. Known as “the shell people,” the Calusa waterman skills were essential to their daily activities until their extinction in the late 1700s. This event celebrates the fast-growing water sport of Stand-Up Paddleboarding as well as Lee Stand-Up Paddlebaorders navigating the waters of Southwest Florida County’s 190-mile canoe, kayak and SUP percent of all proceeds benefitting the Lee 3tbarefoot, their newest innovation in Olympic athletes can compete for free by trail in the Great Calusa Blueway. The County Special Olympics water sports footwear. Racers of all abili- contacting Dorothy Barilla at 432-2031. Southwest Florida SUP Club is organizing The Body Glove CaluSUP Race is held ties are welcome. The entry fee is $15 for continued on page 23 the event, partnering with Body Glove and in conjunction with Fort Myers Based club members, $30 for the public (before Lee County Parks & Recreation, with 60 Body Glove Footwear’s launch of the April 24) and $40 on race day. Special

refuge will receive a free reusable shop- 1:30 to 2 p.m. Climate Change 101 Earth Day ping bag, courtesy of DDWS. – Learn the basics of climate change 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Ongoing Earth and what you can do to help. (Education At The Refuge crafts in the Education Center Education Center auditorium) Lab 2:30 to 3 p.m. Make your own plarn. Next Saturday • Make your own Mother Earth orna- Plastic bag overload? Learn how to make rash-talking, plarn, and Bagzilla? ment plarn (plastic bag yarn) and weave reusable These are just a few highlights of • Create a pop-bottle butterfly or jel- shopping bags that are 10 times stronger Tthe adult and children’s activities lyfish than other plastic bags. (Education Center at JN “Ding” Darling National Wildlife • Learn from a pollinator and mind auditorium) Refuge on Earth Day Saturday, April 21. your own beeswax (candle that is) *2:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Narrated refuge The refuge will celebrate the 42nd • Create your own bracelet out of plarn tram tour anniversary of Earth Day in partnership (plastic bag yarn) *4 to 5:30 p.m. Narrated refuge tram with “Ding” Darling Wildlife Society- • Meet and greet refuge educator tour Friends of the Refuge (DDWS) and Tarpon Bagzilla, costumed in a year’s worth of an For more information on Earth Day at Bay Explorers (TBE). average person’s disposable bag consump- the Refuge, call 472-1100 or visit www. “We are gearing our activities for all tion dingdarlingsociety.org. ages,” said ranger Becky Wolff, refuge 10 to 11 a.m. Guided native plant walk education specialist. “We’ll bring back our along Indigo Trail disposable bag-costumed Bagzilla charac- *10 to 11:30 a.m. Narrated refuge Rotary Club 90th ter, and teach people how to make yarn tram tour out of plastic bags to weave into their own 11:30 a.m. to noon. Let’s Talk Trash – Anniversary Gala sturdy, reusable shopping bags.” Marine timeline competition for kids. How long does it take that trash to biodegrade n Saturday, April 28, the Rotary The schedule for earth-friendly free fun: Club of Fort Myers will celebrate Note: *Regular tram tour fees apply. in a marine environment? (Education Center auditorium) Oits 90th anniversary of service 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wildlife Drive is open *11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Narrated refuge to the community by hosting a gala at free to bikers and hikers Harborside Convention Center 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free bike rentals from tram tour Lunch on your own Chartered in 1922, the Rotary Club of Meet Bagzilla, whose costume of 500 plas- Tarpon Bay Explorers’ site (returns by 6 Fort Myers is the area’s largest and p.m.) *1 to 2:30 p.m. Narrated refuge tram tic bags represents what a typical shopper tour continued on page 28 uses in one year 10 a.m. – The first 200 visitors to the 2 THE RIVER - APRIL 13, 2012 Historic Downtown Fort Myers, Then And Now Morgan Hotel, The Later Years by Gerri Reaves Part II of II uring World War II, an unnamed airman from Buckingham Army Air Force Base (BAAF) took a photo Dof the northeast corner of First and Dean, capturing the feel of wartime downtown against the backdrop of the Morgan Hotel. Note several soldiers hanging out and taking in the sights of a business district beginning to thrive again after the years of the Great Depression. Sharing the block are the Western Auto store and, down on the corner at Hendry Street, Heitman-Evans Hardware. Special bus service for BAAF and Page Field made it easy for soldiers to travel to downtown and to Fort Myers Beach. Dances and a host of other activities at the Yacht Basin’s Service Club provided incentive to get downtown, and merchants, restaurants, and hotels made efforts to accommodate and cater to the welcome influx of military personnel. At the close of the war in 1945, Geneva McAuley ran a children’s clothing shop in the Morgan’s corner storefront, perhaps a sign that as the war came to a close that attention was turning to things domestic rather than foreign and military. As the postwar boom started in earnest, Ragsdale & Guthrie real estate took up Today, the Morgan Hotel, built by John Morgan Dean and opened in January 1924, is residence, as seen in the circa-1950 photo. home to Ford’s Garage on the first floor and the Dean Executive Center on the upper floors continued on page 9 photo by Gerri Reaves

Soldiers hang out on the Morgan Hotel at First and Dean in this World War II photo taken The Morgan Hotel circa 1950, when Ragsdale and Guthrie occupied the ground-floor by an unidentified man stationed at Buckingham Army Air Force Base corner courtesy of the Southwest Florida Historical Society courtesy of the Southwest Florida Historical Society

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The River Weekly News will correct factual errors or matters of emphasis and interpretation that appear in news stories. Readers with news, tips, comments or questions, please call (239) 415-7732 or write to: The River Weekly News, 1609 Hendry Street, Suite 15, Fort Myers, FL 33901. Fax number: (239) 415-7702. E-mail: [email protected]. The River Weekly News reserves the right to refuse, alter or edit any editorial or advertisement. PRINTED ON RECYCLED Independently Owned And Operated • COPYRIGHT 2012 The River Weekly News • LORKEN Publications, Inc. PAPER THE RIVER - APRIL 13, 2012 3 More than 1,200 cultural sites and institutions have enriched their visitor experience Audio Tour Now Available In French with audio tours including the Louvre, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Stonehenge and the Edison & Ford Winter Estates. And Spanish At Edison & Ford Estates The cost of an Audio Tour at the Edison Ford is $20 for adults, $11 for children ages 6 to 12. For additional information, call 334-7419 or visit www.edisonfordwin- terestates.org.

The day’s many activities include: NanoDays 2012 Nano Gold, Static Electricity, DNA and more. Nano “Exploring Materials – Nano At Imaginarium Gold” is a hands-on activity in which visi- tors discover that nanoparticles of gold Science Center can appear red, orange or even blue. he Imaginarium Science Center They learn that a material can act differ- hosts NanoDays on Saturday, ently when it’s nanometer-sized. TApril 14 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. “Exploring Forces – Static Electricity” with a variety of activities designed to is an interactive experience in which explore this science that highlights the visitors discover that electrostatic forces ‘too small to see!’ cause smaller balls to be suspended in a NanoDays at the Imaginarium is part tube while larger ones fall to the bottom. of a nationwide festival of educational Guests will be amazed to learn that size programs about nanoscale science and can affect the way a material behaves. engineering. Organized by the Nanoscale “Exploring Structures – DNA” allows Informal Science Education Network visitors to create a necklace of wheat Edison Estates photo by LB Blanchard (NISE Net), this community-based event germ DNA in which they learn that self- held every spring is the largest public out- assembly is a process by which molecules he Edison & Ford Winter Estates have added French and Spanish language reach effort in nanoscale informal science and cells form themselves into functional audio tours expanding the interpretive experience for French and Spanish education and involves science museums, structures. Tspeaking visitors. The Audio Tour program at the Edison Ford began in 2007 research centers, and universities from This NanoDays event is open to the and was offered in English and German. Puerto Rico to Alaska. public and free with Imaginarium Science “Audio tours have been a huge success with our English and German speaking visi- On April 14, guests at the Center admission. Imaginarium members tors,” said Edison Ford president & CEO Chris Pendleton. “We have seen an increase Imaginarium will explore the new Nano are always free. The Imaginarium is open in French visitors for several years and anticipate the Spanish language market to Lab, enjoy NanoScience hands on tech- from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through grow. Now was the time to start offering two additional languages to the Edison Ford nology demonstrations at 20 stations Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. on Sunday. program.” throughout the Imaginarium and from 10 Visit www.imaginariumfortmyers.com The Audio Tour program encompasses the historic homes and buildings, the gar- a.m. to 2 p.m., see Special NanoScience to learn more about NanoScience or call dens, the Edison Botanic Research Laboratory and the museum and includes maps in Presentations in the Wells Fargo 321-7420. English, German, French and Spanish. Education Center. Lobster Fest Every Thursday at 5 4 THE RIVER - APRIL 13, 2012 The children were given backpacks Leagues International, Inc., is an organi- to hold their Junior League coloring zation of women committed to promoting cookbooks, aprons, chef hats, measuring voluntarism, developing the potential of spoons, and other goodies donated by women and improving the community the league and its partners. through the effective action and leader- “We had kids from over 70 local ship of trained volunteers. Its purpose is schools (preschool and elementary) and exclusively educational and charitable. over 270 kids in attendance,” said Kids in For more information about the Junior the Kitchen chair Kelly Welborn. League, call 277-1197 or visit www.jlfm. The Junior League of Fort Myers, Inc., org. a member of the Association of Junior Yoga Class At Centennial Park ecky Lang, a registered yoga instructor, will host an invigorating Bhour of yoga at Centennial Park in downtown Fort Myers. Saturday classes will be held from 9 to 10 a.m. on April 14, April 21 and May 19 (weather permit- ting). Youngsters take part in one of the many activities Participants will meet along the photo by Jennifer Moss Caloosahatchee River near the pavilion. This will be a Level 1 Vinyasa/Flow Yoga Michelle Berke taught youngsters about class and all levels – including beginners – Junior League Of healthy eating and what should be on are welcome to attend. their plates. Diane Piercy, PE teacher There is no cost to participate, but Fort Myers Feeds from Allen Park Elementary, taught bike donations are appreciated. safety and fitted the children with donated Participants will need to bring a yoga Hungry Families bike helmets. United Martial Arts Center mat, water, a small towel and any yoga demonstrated self-defense and First Serve n March 24 the Junior League props they may need for their practice Tennis taught tennis basics. of Fort Myers held its annual (block, blanket, etc). Publix helped the children make OKids in the Kitchen event at For more information or to check on healthy yogurt parfaits. Costco donated the Harlem Heights Community Park the status of a class in the event of inclem- items for them to make their own trail from 11a,m, to 2 p.m. Not only did the ent weather, contact Becky Lang at 791- mix. Snyderman Shoes donated gift cards Fort Myers Junior League feed hungry 6538 or [email protected]. To to the top girl and boy winners of the Fun Namaste pose families, but community volunteers taught learn more about Zumba with Becky, visit Run. The students learned how to make families about nutrition, fitness and safety. www.zumbawithbecky.com. Throughout the sunny afternoon, exercise fun with a climbing wall, bounce house, bicycles and obstacle course.

has covered it. AAUW Hosts MacGregor began his career drawing sports cartoons for the Daily Orange Cartoonist Doug student newspaper at Syracuse University R where he graduated in 1979. In 1980 MacGregor he became an editorial cartoonist for the A G submitted by Pat Allen Norwich Bulletin in Connecticut. His cartoon of Ronald Reagan ended up on W R olitical cartoonist Doug McGregor the cover of Best Editorial Cartoons of I will be the speaker at the American the Year in 1982. PAssociation of University Women’s MacGregor has published four collec- B L luncheon meeting at 11:30 a.m. on April tions of his cartoons. The most recent is L 21 at Royal Palm Yacht Club, West First called Get Creative, Turn On the Bright A Street, Fort Myers, Side of Your Brain. His AAUW program Whether roasting Congress over will include a power point presentation of R ® annual pork-barrel legislation, calling out his work. lawmakers in Tallahassee over partisan Admission is $18. For reservations call politics, or criticizing county commission- Sondra Marshall at 437-4570. SEAFOOD ers for caving in to special interest, he IF OUR SEAFOOD WERE ANY FRESHER, WE WOULD BE SERVING IT UNDER WATER

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River Cruises begin on Wednesdays and Thursdays at Edison Ford starting April 25 New Garden Tour at the Edison Ford on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. and German. Maps in English, German, Ford Winter Estates volunteers in order to Caloosahatchee River as well as tour of Edison & Ford French and Spanish are also available. attend. the river with naturalist commentary; and Edison Ford Inventor’s Summer Director’s Tour: Bok Tower Gardens, buffet lunch at the Royal Palm Yacht, a Winter Estates Camp – Registration is now open for Pinewood Estate and Lake Wales private club overlooking the river. Cost Edison Ford Inventor’s Summer Camp Museum (April 14 at 8 a.m.) – Tour the for adults is $45, children 12 and under April Programs that begins on May 29 and runs through beautiful gardens designed by landscape are $35. Reservations are requested by n addition to tours and regular August 3 in science, art and nature. architect Frederick Law Olmsted Jr., the calling 334-7419. activities at the Edison & Ford Winter Camps are separated by grade levels (first neo-gothic art deco singing tower carillon Free Day For Educators, Kids & IEstates, there are special programs to third and fourth to sixth); students in as well as a tour of the Pinewood Estate, School Support Staff (April 29 from and activities to engage both visitors the seventh grade and above can qualify an early 1900s Mediterranean-style man- 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. – Teachers and and residents throughout the week. The as Summer Camp counselors. Cost to sion full of antiques. Participants will also students will receive free admission month of April is highlighted with the Edison Ford members is $200; non enjoy a private tour of the Lake Wales throughout the day at the Edison Ford. last Director’s Tour of the season to members are $230. Museum led by historian and director, Teachers can register for special tours Bok Tower Gardens/Pinewood Estate/ Weekly camp themes include: Mimi Hardmen. highlighting the many educational oppor- Lake Wales Museum; the opening of May 29 to June 1 – Super Solar Registration required. Cost to Edison tunities for their students. Registration is the fourth annual Art in the Garden Scientists Ford members is $90, volunteers are $85 recommended by calling the Education Exhibit: Snakes, Lizards & Turtles; Free June 4 to 8 – Space & Rockets and non-members are $95. Price includes Department at 334-7419. Teachers and Educators Day and new tour options June 11 to 15 – Kitchen Chemistry transportation, lunch, behind-the-scenes school staff must present a school-issued including Edison Ford Garden Tour and June 18 to 22 – Animation tours and refreshments. identification badge to receive free admis- Edison Ford Tour, Lunch & River Cruise June 25 to 29 – Movie Making Magic Celebration of Helen Hendry (April sion and children must be accompanied on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Call July 9 to 13 – Eager Engineers 15 at 3 p.m.) – Premiere of a series of by a paid adult. 334-7419 for additional information. July 16 to 20 – Time Travelers oral history programs celebrating the For additional information, call 334- The April schedule of programs and July 23 to 27 – Physics In Motion people of Southwest Florida who have 7419 or visit www.edisonfordwinteres- events include: July 30 to August 3 – Smarts In Arts made an impact and have played a part tates.org. New Edison Ford Garden Tour Emerging Inventors Early Learners in the Edison and Ford legacies. Helen (Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.) – Join curatorial (April 19 from 9 to 11 a.m.) – This class Hendry will be celebrated with a special garden staff and experience the 20 acres is a child and parent learning class for exhibit highlighting her work and contri- of gardens of the Edison and Ford fami- children ages 1 to 3 years. Each class butions in the landscape design field. Her lies in a whole new way. Thomas Edison includes first-hand learning on the his- lifelong accomplishments have also been designed the gardens of his winter estate torical site as well as changing seasonal recorded in an oral history presentation for many purposes including research. themes combining science, invention, that will be shown at 4 p.m. in the Edison Mina Edison, a leader in community gar- reading and hands-on activities. Cost to Ford Education Center, located in the den and beautification councils, planted Edison Ford members is $5, non mem- Edison Caretaker’s House. Reservations for beauty. The new tour combines the bers are $15 (one adult, one child); addi- are required. history of the site and landscape, as well tional $5 per child. Art In The Gardens “Snakes, Lizards as advice on gardening from expert staff. Annual Volunteer Appreciation & Turtles” Exhibit (Opening reception Cost to Edison Ford members is free, Ceremony (April 10 from 1 to 2:30 p.m. on April 15 at 2 p.m.) – In the heritage non members are $40 and includes audio at the Royal Palm Yacht Club) – Edison gardens at the Edison & Ford Winter wand. Ford volunteers are invited to join staff Estates, Lee County students create an Edison Ford adds Spanish and French and trustees of the Edison & Ford Winter environmentally interactive artwork exhib- languages to audio tours – Beginning Estates at the annual award ceremony it using recycled materials to make life-like SEAFOOD RESTAURANT in April Spanish and French language with entertainment, refreshments and garden art. The exhibit is sponsored by Since 1962 audio tours will be available at the Edison presentation honoring and thanking vol- The Foundation of Lee County Public Ford. The audio tour program began in unteers. Reservations are required and Schools and Truly Nolen. The exhibit is 2007 and has been available in English participants must be active Edison & free and open to the public. LIVE MUSIC APRIL HomeSchool: Ecosystems (April 16 13th Jesse Allen Band 8-11 from 1 to 3 p.m.) – Homeschool students 14th Jim & Cracker Box Band 8-11 will learn about the environment as they Helping you liberate your mind and investigate different ecosystems. Students 16th Sweet Music 7-10 and their parents can enroll in a two-hour 17th Jam Session 7-10 go where you are program with curriculum that follows 18th Jesse Allen 8-11 the Next Generation Florida Sunshine 19th Jim & Cracker Box Band 8-11 State Standards. Pre-visit curriculum joyful materials will be mailed to registered families. Registration required. Program 16910 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers recommended for grades one to six. 239.466.4344 Cost to Edison Ford members is $5, non- LUNCH Dorothy Rodwell, LMFT members are $15 (one adult, one child); Mon-Fri from 11:30 am-3 pm Licensed Psychotherapist additional $5 per child. DINNER 11615 Chitwood Drive, Suite 120 New For Summer Edison Ford Tour, Mon & Tue from 5-10pm Lunch, & River Cruise (Wednesdays and Wed - Sat from 5-11pm Fort Myers Thursdays beginning April 25 and 26) Reservations Recommended – Visitors to the Edison Ford will enjoy LIVE MUSIC 6 NIGHTS PER WEEK an audio tour of the historic homes, gar- Find us on Facebook or go to: 239-851-7166 dens, museum and lab; boat cruise on the www.wix.com/crackerboxrestaurant/2 6 THE RIVER - APRIL 13, 2012 Hortoons Confederate Memorial Day Service April 14 nited Daughters of the Confederacy Fort Myers Chapter U2614 request the honor of your presence at the Confederate Memorial Day Service on Saturday, April 14 at the Buckingham Cemetery at 10:30 a.m., followed by a picnic dinner on the grounds. Attendees are requested to bring a chair, a table and a dish to pass. The chapter will furnish iced tea, water and paper goods. For directions or more information, call 728-3743 or 542-0690.

Southern Express Dinner Show t’s time to show a bit of southern hos- pitality and give a big “yee-haw” for ISouthern Express as they take cen- ter stage at the Lake Kennedy Senior Center in Cape Coral on Friday, April 20. This outstanding duo will have you moving and grooving to the best country and rock songs from the 1940s to today. Join your friends for an exciting evening of high energy musical entertainment. test for cats, 10-day health guarantee, Experience the sounds of this talented Celebrity Pets and a bag of Hill’s Science Diet dog or Cape Coral To twosome sure to get you off your seat cat food. The adoption package is valued and feeling fancy free, all with a bit of Up For Adoption at over $500 Host Largest southern flair. ee County is rolling out the red The famous line-up of pets waiting to The featured menu items at the dinner carpet for celebrity pets during be adopted can be viewed online at www. Rummage Sale show, presented by the Lake Kennedy Lthe month of April. Some famous LeeLostPets.com or visit the shelter at f you are looking for those hidden Senior Center, are slow-cooked pulled felines and canines have taken up resi- 5600 Banner Drive, Fort Myers next to treasures or trying to clear out the pork, fresh coleslaw, old fashioned baked dence at Animal Services’ Shelter and the Lee County Sheriff’s Office off Six Igarage, then join the largest rum- beans, rolls with butter and dessert. the public will be able to adopt a celeb- Mile Cypress Parkway. Celebrity viewing mage sale on the beach in Cape Coral. The cost for each performance is rity canine for only $35 or a famous hours are Monday through Saturday from This event is open to the public and will $18 for members and $23 for non- feline for just $25. Child stars (puppies 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. You can submit be held in the pavilion at Yacht Club members, which includes admission, din- and kittens) will be just $50 and veteran your adoption application online before Community Park. ner, beverage and dessert. Doors open at stars (6 yrs+) are only $20. Among the you come to the shelter. The rummage sale will be held on 6:30 p.m. Pre-registration is required for stars are Grace Kelly, Elton John, Jack Volunteers and staff are available to Saturday, April 14 from 8 to 11 a.m. all shows. Black, and Willie Nelson. help you find the pet star that is best Vendors are wanted to sell their goods. For more information or to purchase The reduced adoption fee will include suited for you and your lifestyle. For more The fee is $20 plus tax per table. The tickets, contact the Lake Kennedy Senior a celebrity gift pack of services consist- information call 533-7387 (LEE-PETS). public is free to attend and shop. Center at 574-0575. ing of sterilization, age appropriate vac- If you are inquiring about a pet you have For more information, call 574-0806. cinations, county license, microchip ID, seen online, please have the animal ID de-worming, flea treatment, a heartworm number ready for faster assistance. test for dogs, feline AIDS and leukemia Lee Republican Kayak Fishing Women Lunch he May luncheon meeting of Lee ISLAND Class In Cape Republican Women Federated will INSURANCE ayak fishing is becoming one of Tbe Monday, May 14. Social hour SERVICE the fastest growing water activities begins at 11:15 a.m. with lunch and in Florida. In this class, partici- program to follow. Speakers will be Chris K Bernardi and Dane Eagle. The meeting pants will learn about kayaking safety the different parts of the kayak, rigging, will be held at Hilton Garden Inn, 12601 Kathleen Papaleo Mark O’Brien Susan Barnes Gina Loeber proper strokes and fishing procedures University Drive, Fort Myers. Cost is $16. Call our office today President General Manager Personal Lines Agent RSVP by calling 432-9389 or email cin- from the kayak. for a new Auto The class is open to families and is [email protected]. quote. Summer is over and it’s time to enjoy slated for Satuday, April 21 from 11 a.m. those beautiful “winter” days in to 2 p.m. at Cape Coral Yacht Club,The fee is $25 for adults, $15 for children. Paradise. Call 542-5329 to register. Have an insurance question? 703 Tarpon Bay Rd, Sanibel, FL (239) 472-3022 THE RIVER - APRIL 13, 2012 7 The public is invited to attend the Meet Candidates luncheon and the candidate forum being 106 Years Old And Going Strong held at The Helm Club, The Landings in by Di Saggau For Constitutional South Fort Myers. A social hour begins at 11:15 a.m. The noon lunch, business very special Offices April 17 meeting, and candidate forum follow. The occasion epublican candidates for constitu- luncheon cost is $16. Reservations are Amarked tional offices in Lee County have required by Thursday, April 12 and may the April meet- Rbeen invited to participate in the be made by contacting Tina Laurie at ing of Continental Fort Myers Republican Women’s Club 489-4701. Women’s Club. monthly luncheon program on Tuesday, The Fort Myers Republican Women’s They celebrated April 17. Sheriff candidates will be pre- Club is affiliated with the Florida the 106th birthday senting their qualifications and answer- Federation of Republican Women and of member Jennie ing questions. Linda Doggett, Clerk of the National Federation of Republican Truncale. the Circuit Court; and Ken Wilkinson, Women. Additional information about the She was present- Property Appraiser, currently have no club may be obtained by contacting the ed a birthday cake opponents. president, Gaile Anthony, at 292-5212. and everyone joined in singing Happy Birthday. In honor of the occasion, the at 5 p.m. Dinner is at 6 p.m. with an board of directors Union President invocation by Betty Gissendanner, hon- appointed Truncale oree, Florida Commisssion on the Status as official ambas- Will Speak To of Women; vice chair of Collier County sador of Continental DEC; regional chair of the Democratic Women’s Club. Lee Democrats Women’s Clubs of Florida, and member They cited her opti- FL-CIO President Mike Williams of Ruth’s List Florida Advisory Council. mistic attitude and will be the featured speaker at the Angels seating is $500; VIP seating is the way she lights ARed, White and Blue Celebration $250; Supporters seating is $100; gener- up the room when annual spring gala and silent auction al admission is $50. Program advertising she enters. Truncale for the Lee County Democratic Party. space is available. thanked everyone The gala will be held Sunday, April 22 For more information call 939-2866. and said, “God bless and Crowne Plaza Hotel at Bell Tower. RSVP by April 18 at www.leecounty- you all.” I asked her Williams’ topic will be United We Stand. dems.org, and pay online, or mail your to share the secret Dave Aronberg, former state senator and check to Lee County Democratic Party, to her longevity and current candidate for state attorney for 10051 McGregor Blvd., Suite #104, Fort she replied, “Don’t Palm Beach County, will host the gala. Myers, FL 33919. drink. Don’t smoke. The reception and silent auction begin Walk the straight Carrie Blair and her mother Jennie Truncale line.”

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Call 939-2787 or go to www.artinlee.org. n Saturday, April 14, the Alliance for the Arts invites the public to An Shoals Restaurant and Wine Bar, adjacent to The Sandy Butler Market, Evening of Stories and Song beginning at 8 p.m. Enjoy stories written exclu- is offering a special tomato tasting menu throughout the month of April in honor of Osively for this intimate event punctuated by musical performances by mem- National Tomato Month. bers of the Gulf Coast Symphony. Following the performance, join musicians and Guests are invited to sample delicious fresh tomatoes direct from the Scholl Family storytellers for dessert and wine in the Alliance for the Arts gallery. Seating to this Grove in Southwest Florida. The Scholl Family are the owners of The Sandy Butler event is limited to 150 guests. Market and Shoals Restaurant and Wine Bar. Special menu items include bruschetta, Tickets are $50, VIP tickets are $100 and include an autographed copy of Amy Butler’s Grove creamy tomato soup, tomato gazpacho, caprese, heirloom tomato salad Bennett-Williams’ recent book, Images of America: Along The Caloosahatchee and fresh Bloody Marys. River. The Sandy Butler Market is also offer slices of fresh tomatoes for sampling each Arcadia Publishing describes her book as “the story of the ancient mastodons that day. The Sandy Butler Market a wide variety of dry goods, fresh domestic and imported cheese, a charcuterie (or meat market), 500 wines, freshly roasted coffee, Florida fresh tomatoes, homemade mozzarella cheese, freshly squeezed orange juice and a full selec- IL TESORO RISTORANTE tion of gifts for cooks. Shoals Restaurant and Wine Bar and The Sandy Butler Market are located at 17650 San Carlos Boulevard, Fort Myers. The restaurant is open daily for lunch and FINE ITALIAN CUISINE dinner from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. The gourmet market is open daily from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Call 482-6765 or go to www.sandybutler.com. inspired by Island Fare in a bistro style When in comes to catering, The Morgan House Restaurant is a full-service provider for well organized events. From decor to flowers to food and beverages, Chef Corry Blanton and the restaurant’s professional staff will make your event a success Voted “Best Chef” and delight your guests with attention to every detail. Whether it’s a backyard barbecue Best Of Th e Islands Award for 300 people or an elegant reception for 50, The Morgan House will handle every detail, down to the last flower petal on the table. TASTE OF THE ISLANDS 2010 The Morgan House Restaurant is fully licensed and insured for catering events any- where. For information, contact Laura Williams at 284-3721 Monday through Friday IRON CHEF WINNER between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. or at [email protected]. The Morgan House is located at 33 Patio de Leon in the historic Fort Myers River District. It is open for lunch Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dinner is “Fresh ingredients, simplicity, love... served Monday through Thursday from 5 to 10 p.m. and from 5 to 11 p.m. on Friday the recipe for a treasured dining experience” and Saturday. Call 337-3377 or go to www.morganhouserestaurant.com. – Chef/Owner AJ Black Heading out to Sanibel? Make sure to check out the great food and live music at The Jacaranda, or “The Jac” to locals. With live music nightly, the Patio Lounge Early-bird specials attracts an affluent crowd to the friendly and casual restaurant. Although the if seated from 5-5:30 Jacaranda is best known as a local gather- ing spot, it has also received several dining awards. 751 Tarpon Bay Road • Sanibel Island, FL • www.iltesoro.net The Jac Bar features a daily happy hour 239-395-4022 • Reservations Suggested from 4 to 7 p.m. and serves two for one drinks and $5.95 appetizers. Live bands, Please visit our River Weekly News Now open in NYC, 82nd & 1st Ave. including The Amazing Groove Masters, online advertisers at Both Hands and Renata, play every eve- www.islandsunnews.com. ning from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. You can click through to their Check out our new bakery for breakfast The Jacaranda is located at 1223 Web sites for more information and lunch in the Tahitian Gardens plaza! Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. Call 472-1771 or about real estate, shopping, www.jacarandaonsanibel.com. restaurants and services. 2003 Periwinkle Way • 472-4300 Just click on the logos surrounding the front page. THE RIVER - APRIL 13, 2012 9 From page 2 The look of the historic building has changed much in the last nine Morgan Hotel decades, with the disappearance of some In the early 1950s, the hotel adver- Mediterranean-Revivalist architectural tisements stressed amenities, safety, and features, including the original serpentine modernization: a cocktail lounge, dining columns above the main entrance and room, elegant service, “excellent food distinctive corner arches, among others. at coffee shop prices,” plus an elevator, However, it’s been thriving the last sprinkler system, modern brick construc- few years, first as the Morgan House tion, and large comfortable rooms, each Restaurant (now relocated to the his- with private bath. It was open year-round. toric Patio de Leon) and currently Ford’s In 1955, the hotel touted its location Garage. as “the center of downtown.” Walk down to the corner of First and In the early 1960s, as the age of the Dean to see a 1920s hotel that keeps mall and suburban flight got underway, reinventing itself. Sam Johnston, Jr. purchased the hotel Then stroll the short distance to the with plans for an insurance company on Southwest Florida Museum of History at the ground floor and changed the name 2031 Jackson Street to learn more about to Hotel Dean. what happened to the hotel industry in The circa 1963 postcard showcases post-World War II downtown once the the lounge in the completely renovated soldiers were gone. hotel. To the contemporary eye, the style For information, call 321-7430 or go is pure early-1960s kitsch, accented with to swflmuseumofhistory.com. Museum The lounge of the renovated Hotel Dean circa 1963, complete with sparkly globe lights suspended globe lights with sparkling hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday courtesy of the Southwest Florida Historical Society surfaces. through Saturday. zation is located at 10091 McGregor between 9 a.m. and noon. Other alluring hotel features? “Near Visit one of the area’s best research Boulevard on the campus of the Lee Sources: The archives of the everything, Quiet!,” beautifully appointed centers, the Southwest Florida Historical County Alliance for the Arts. Southwest Florida Historical Society and rooms, luxury, and “complete service at Society, where you learn more about the Contact the society at 939-4044, Historic Fort Myers by Prudy Taylor competitive rates.” evolution of the business district. or drop by on Wednesday or Saturday Board and Esther B. Colcord. Also signs of the times were that The all-volunteer non-profit organi- American Express was welcome and the hotel was a AAA affiliate. In the succeeding years, the stylish 1924 hotel had its ups and downs – with the downs including being vacant in the early 1990s, for example. Sunshine Seafood Cafe has a Try Transit Day new home... Right next door! o celebrate Earth Day, LeeTran will once again offer free rides on TThursday, April 19 throughout Lee County. Try Transit Day is part of a month- long, 12-county initiative called “Taking It To The Street.” Cities, counties, transit agencies and private employers are chal- lenging citizens to find an alternative to driving a private automobile. Options such as biking, walking, carpooling, transit and teleworking can all save money, conserve fuel, and reduce congestion and pollution. Participants who reduce their driving Serving 11:00 am - 10 pm Reservations accepted. during the month have an opportunity to win prizes by registering at www. seven days a week. Party rooms for CommuterServicesFL.com and tracking their alternative travel. Happy hour daily with private functions. Residents who are interested in bus travel can visit rideleetran.com and use its a special bar menu 239-489-2233. Transit Savings Calculator to determine how much money they can save by com- and Live music muting on LeeTran. The LeeTran site also has a Carbon Savings Calculator that shows passengers how much their alternative travel is reduc- ing pollution. LeeTran experienced a ridership increase of nearly 50 percent on last year’s Try Transit Day. “It’s the perfect opportunity for some- one who has never ridden a bus before to give us a try,” said Transit Director Steve Myers. “They can just enjoy a stress-free ride without having to handle money.” First-time riders can find route maps and schedules at www.rideleetran.com or call LeeTran customer service at 533- 8726 (LEE-TRAN), option 1, for help in 8700 Gladiolus Drive. (Winkler and Gladiolus) across the street from Sweet Bay. planning their travel. 10 THE RIVER - APRIL 13, 2012 9:30 a.m. Contemporary; 9:45 a.m. Sunday 8 a.m., Holy Eucharist, Rite One; ebrate weekly communion with traditional Churches/Temples Children’s Church K4J Kids for Jesus 9:30 a.m., Family Eucharist with Healing liturgy, organ and choir. 15840 McGregor ALL FAITHS UNITARIAN CYPRESS LAKE UNITED and Church School Blvd, Fort Myers, 437-2599, www.peaceft- CONGREGATION Member of UUA METHODIST CHURCH Tuesday 9:30 a.m., Morning Prayer (in myers.com, [email protected] 2756 McGregor Boulevard, Fort Myers 8570 Cypress Lake Drive, Fort Myers, Spanish); Wednesday 9:30 a.m., Eucharist REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH Six blocks south of the Edison/Ford Winter 482-1250 with Healing. Child care available at 3950 Winkler Ext., Fort Myers, 274-0143 Estates; 2 miles N of Colonial Boulevard 8 and 11 a.m. Sunday Traditional Service Saturday 5 p.m. and Sunday 9:30 a.m. 8:15 and 10:15 a.m. Sunday Services Minister: Reverend Dr. Wayne Robinson 9:30 a.m. Praise Service services. Daily early learning center/day care Sunday services: 9 and 11 a.m. Sunday School all times JESUS THE WORKER RIVER OF LIFE ASSEMBLY OF GOD Sunday: 11 a.m. Kids Intangible Gifts ses- FAITH FELLOWSHIP WORLD CATHOLIC CHURCH: 21580 River Ranch Rd, Estero sions, kindergarten through sixth grade OUTREACH MINISTRIES 881 Nuna Avenue, Fort Myers, 481-1143 239-495-0400 Unitarian Summer: 11 a.m. Tapestry of 6111 South Pointe Boulevard, Fort Myers, Masses Friday and Saturday, 7 p.m.; Senior Pastor: Todd Weston Faith Programs, child care provided 278-3638. Sunday Worship, 10:30 a.m.; Sunday, 8 and 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. 8 and 9:45 a.m Services; Adult workshops: 9:30 a.m. Faith Like a Voice of Faith, WCRN 13.50 AM Radio, KINGDOM LIFE CHURCH 11:30 a.m. Legacy Service, multi-genera- River: Themes from UU History. Sunday, 1:30 p.m.; Thursday Service, 7:30 2154 McGregor Boulevard, tional 226-0900, Email: allfaithsuc@embarqmail. p.m.; Friday Youth Service, 7:30 p.m. Fort Myers, 218-8343 SAMUDRABADRA BUDDHIST CENTER com, Website: www.allfaiths-uc.org Nursery care for pre-school children and Pastor Randy and Anita Thurman Meditation classes. All are welcome. ALL SAINTS BYZANTINE RITE Children’s Church for ages 5-12 available 10:30 a.m. Sunday Service Guided meditations offering many meth- CATHOLIC CHURCH at each service. All are welcome. ods for relaxing the body and focusing 10291 Bayshore Rd., N. Fort Myers FAITH UNITED METHODIST CHURCH LAMB OF GOD the mind on virtuous objects to bring Divine Liturgy is on Sun. at 10:30 a.m.; 15690 McGregor Boulevard LUTHERAN/EPISCOPAL CHURCH increasing peace and happiness into Rosary begins at 10 a.m. Fort Myers, 482-2030 Corner Cypress View Drive and Koreshan daily activity. For information, class times Lenten services (Presanctifi ed Liturgy) Pastor: David Stauffer. Boulevard, Three Oaks area, and locations call 567-9739 or visit www. will be on Wed. evenings at 6 p.m. start- Traditional services 8:45 a.m.; Fort Myers, 267-3525 MeditationInFortMyers.org. ing on Feb. 22. Administrator is Very Rev. Contemporary, 10:30 a.m. Walter Fohs, pastor; Becky Robbins- SOUTHWEST BAPTIST CHURCH Peter Lickman, ph. 305-651-0991. We Go south on McGregor Boulevard. The Penniman, associate pastor 16940 McGregor Boulevard, are a Church of the Eastern Catholic or church is ½ mile past the intersection of Sunday worship services: Fort Myers, 454-3336 Byzantine Rite, 1.5 mi. east of Int. 75. Gladiolus and San Carlos Boulevard on 8 a.m. Early Grace Traditional Robert G. Kasten, Pastor ANNUNCIATION GREEK the way to Sanibel. 9 a.m. Awesome Grace Contemporary Sunday Worship Service 11 a.m. ORTHODOX CHURCH FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST, SCIENTIST 10:30 a.m. Classic Grace Traditional Nursery available 8210 Cypress Lake Drive, Fort Myers 2390 West First Street, next door to Edison 8:45 & 10 a.m. Sunday School God’s 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for all ages Reverend Fr. Athanasios Michalos Estates. Group Junior Church grades one to five Orthros Service Sunday 9 a.m. Sunday Morning Service and Sunday MESSIAH REFORMED CHURCH Wee Church Pre-K to K Divine Liturgy Sunday 10 a.m. School, 10:30 a.m.; Wednesday Evening Worship Gathering - Sunday 10 a.m. Evening Service 6 p.m. Fellowship Programs, Greek School, Testimony Meeting, 7:30 p.m. Child care Pastor Alan Bondar Wednsday Service 6 p.m. Sunday School, Community Night provided at all services. Fort Myers Villas Civic Association Bldg. ST. COLUMBKILLE 239-481-2099 Visit our Reading Room for quiet study at: 2306 Sunrise Blvd. Fort Myers, CATHOLIC CHURCH BETH SHILOH 2281 W. First Street, River District 220-8519 12171 Iona Road, Fort Myers, off MESSIANIC SYNAGOGUE www.spirituality.com and www.christian- website: messiahreformed.com McGregor and north of Gladiolus. 15675 McGregor Boulevard, 437-3171 science.com 6:30 p.m Wednesday Bible Study 489-3973 Father Joseph Clifford. Rabbi: Judah Hungerman FIRST CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE noon Sunday Fellowship Lunch Weekly masses: Friday Service, 8 p.m., Saturday Service, 13545 American Colony Boulevard Monthly Teen Events Monday through Saturday 8 a.m. 11 a.m. Shabbat School Saturday Morning, off Daniels Parkway in the Colony, see website for podcasts, special events, Weekend masses: Saturday 3 and 5 p.m.; Adult Hebrew Classes. Fort Myers, 936-2511 ministries, calendar, blogs, etc. Sunday: 7, 9,11, and 5:30 p.m. Call for information on full program. Pastor: Reverend Joey Brummett NEW BEGINNINGS CENTER Reconciliation is available at the church on BREAD OF LIFE MINISTRIES Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.; Morning New Home Church, 8505 Jenny Cae Lane, Saturdays at noon and by appointment CHURCH OF GOD Worship, 10:30 a.m.; Sunday Evening, 6 North Fort Myers, 239-656-0416 SAINT JOHN THE APOSTLE 16581 McGregor Boulevard, 267-3166 p.m.; Wednesday Family Night, 7 p.m. Weekly Friday Meeting Meet & Greet: 6:30 METROPOLITAN COMMUNITY CHURCH Just past the Tanger Outlet Mall FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH p.m. Kingdom Teaching: 7 p.m. Fellowship 3049 Mcgregor Boulevard, Fort Myers, Pastor: Barry Lentz, 281-3063 in the Downtown Fort Myers River District and refreshments after service. nbcmin- 344-0012 Pastor Reverend Steve Filizzi Sunday Worship, 10:30 a.m. 2466 First Street, Fort Myers, FL 33901 [email protected], www.facebook. An Affirming & Inclusive Congregation Wednesday Bible Study, 7 p.m. 239-332-1152, www.fumcftmyers.org com/nbcministry. Alex & Patricia Wiggins, Sunday Services, 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. CHAPEL OF CYPRESS COVE Sunday: 9 a.m. Contemporary Worship Ministers Mid-Week Service, Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 10200 Cypress Cove Circle Fort Myers 9 a.m. and 10 a.m. Sunday School NEW HOPE BAPTIST CHURCH ST. MICHAEL LUTHERAN 239-850-3943, Located at Cypress Cove 9:45 a.m. Coffee Fellowship OF FORT MYERS CHURCH & SCHOOL (LCMS) Retirement Center on HealthPark Campus 10:30 a.m. Traditional Worship 16120 San Carlos Boulevard, Unit 10 3595 Broadway, Fort Myers An ecumenical non-denominational com- 5 p.m. Youth Program 239-985-8503 239-939-4711, www.smlcs.org munity of believers. 7 p.m. Spanish Worship 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for all ages Wednesday Fellowship: 5:30 p.m. Sunday Worship Service, 10 a.m. FORT MYERS CHRISTIAN CHURCH 11 a.m Sunday Morning Worship. Dinner $5, 6:15 p.m. bible studies Wednesday Bible Study, 7 p.m. (DISCIPLES OF CHRIST) A STEPHEN 7 p.m. Wednesday Evening Bible Study Worship: Saturday, 5:30 p.m., Reverendt Ted Althouse, Pastor MINISTRIES CONGREGATION NEW HOPE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Sunday 8 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. with 9:15 [email protected] 5916 Winkler Road, Fort Myers, 437-4330 3825 McGregor Boulevard. Fort Myers a.m. adult and children’s Bible Study, plus CHURCH OF THE CROSS: Reverend Mark Condrey, Pastor Pastors: Stu Austin and Howard Biddulph marriage enrichment studies. Divorce Care 13500 Freshman Lane; 768-2188 Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m. 8 & 9:30 a.m. Traditional Worship on Thursdays from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Pastors: Jeff Moran and Michael Bulter; Church School: 9:15 a.m. 11 a.m. Contemporary Worship During Lent: Wednesday worship A nondenominational church emphasizing FORT MYERS CONGREGATIONAL 8, 9:30 & 11 a.m. Sunday School noon and 6:15 p.m. a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST: Youth and Children’s programming runs TEMPLE BETHEL SYNAGOGUE Sunday Service: 9 a.m. Contemporary 8210 College Parkway, Fort Myers, concurrent to Sunday services. 16225 Winkler Rd. 433-0018. 10:45 a.m. Traditional. 482-3133. Philip White, pastor Nursery care provided at all services Rabbi Jeremy Barras COVENANT PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Morning Worship: 10 a.m. 274-1230. For more information visit: E-mail: [email protected] 2439 McGregor Boulevard, 334-8937 Church School: 10:15 a.m. www.newhopefortmyers.org Cantorial soloist: Lawrence Dermer Rev. Dr. Jeffrey DeYoe, Senior Pastor Adult Forum: 11:30 a.m. PEACE COMMUNITY CHURCH Temple educator: Dale Cohen, MaEd, RJE Supply Pastor. Reverend David Dietzel, HOLY THEOTOKOS MONASTERY Meets at Ft. Myers Beach Masonic Lodge Shabbat Services, Friday, 7:30 p.m. Pastor Emeritus. Traditional Sunday service 111 Evergreen Road, North Fort Myers, 17625 Pine Ridge Road, Torah Study, Saturday, 9:15 a.m. 10 a.m. Nursery available 997-2846 Eastern Orthodox men’s mon- Fort Myers Beach 267-7400. Religious Education; Sunday School and CYPRESS LAKE BAPTIST CHURCH astery. Liturgical services conducted in Pastors Bruce Merton, Gail & RC Fleeman Midweek classes, 8400 Cypress Lake Drive, Fort Myers, the English, Greek and Church Slavonic 9:45 a.m. Traditional Worship Preschool Classes, Monday through Friday 481-5442 Randy A. Alston, Reverend. languages, following the Julian (Old) 11:15 a.m. Contemporary Worship Web site: www.templebethel.com Sunday Services: Bible study, 9:45 a.m. Calendar. Liturgical Services: Sundays and Phone 267-7400 Fax 267-7407 Affiliated: Union for Reform Judaism Morning Worship, 11 a.m., Evening Holy Days: The Third and Sixth Hours at Web site: peacecommunitychurch.com TEMPLE JUDEA (CONSERVATIVE) Worship, 7 p.m., Wednesday Prayer 8:30 a.m.; Divine Liturgy at 9 a.m. e-mail: [email protected] 14486 A&W Bulb Road, Fort Myers, Meeting, 6:30 p.m. IONA-HOPE EPISCOPAL PEACE LUTHERAN CHURCH 433-0201, CYPRESS LAKE CONGREGATION Saturday, Worship 5 p.m. Rabbi: Rabbi Elyssa Auster PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 9650 Gladiolus Drive, Fort Myers 454-4778 Sunday, Worship- 8 and 9:30 a.m. President: Keith Grossman 8260 Cypress Lake Drive, Fort Myers, The Reverend Dr. John S. Adler, pastor. Wednesdays during Lent soup dinner at Minyan: Monday & Thursday at 9 a.m. 481-3233; Clint Cottrell, pastor Weekly services: 5:30 p.m., Compline Service at 7 p.m. Services: Friday night at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday services: 8 and 11 a.m. Traditional; Saturday 5 p.m., Eucharist with Healing Peace is a member of the ELCA. We cel- continued on page 11 THE RIVER - APRIL 13, 2012 11 From page 10 one mile west of I-75) of Jews in Florida. Minister: The Reverend Allison Farnum Israel Fest Returns Many local Temples and Jewish orga- Churches/Temples Sunday services and religious education at srael Fest, sponsored by the Jewish nizations will have booths to inform the Saturday morning at 9 a.m. 10:30 a.m. community about their programs and For information on all church events call Federation of Lee and Charlotte Religious School Sunday morning counties, is a celebration of Israeli functions. It will be a day of wholesome Web site: www.tjswfl.org 561-2700 or visit www.uucfm.org. I fun for the entire family. UNITY OF BONITA SPRINGS Independence Day through Israeli Preschool director: JoAnn Goldman The entrance fee is $2 for anyone email [email protected] Family Service 10 to 11 a.m. arts, food and music. In 2012, Israel Healing Circle 11 a.m. Fest will be held on Sunday, April 22 over the age of 12. All proceeds will ben- 433-0201, Web site: www.tjswfl.org efit our local Jewish Family Services. For Affiliated: United Synagogue of Hospitality and Fellowship, 11 a.m. from 12:30 to 4 p.m. at the Jewish Inspiring lesson, uplifting and dynamic Federation, 9701 Commerce Center more information about Israel Fest, visit Conservative Judaism www.JewishFederationLCC.org. THE CHABAD LUBAVITCH music, meditation in a loving environment. Court in Fort Myers. OF SW FLORIDA ORTHODOX Service held at 28285 Imperial Street, Israel Fest will be different this year, 5620 Winkler Road, Fort Myers Bonita Springs. Call 947-3100. including a shaded place (with chairs) to WESTMINSTER PRESBYTERIAN Rabbi Yitzchok Minkowicz sit and enjoy the delicious fresh food pre- 433-7708, E-mail: [email protected] CHURCH 9065 Ligon Court, Fort Myers, across pared by Chef Dalia Hemed and listen to SFCA Senior Web site: www.chabadswf.org the live musical program featuring Lynn Services: Friday 6:30 p.m.; Saturday from HealthPark Hospital, 481-2125 Senior Pastor: Robert Brunson and Joe Goldovitz. The synagogues will Excels At State Kabbalah class 9 a.m.; have booths with various items to sell and Shacharit 10 a.m.; Kiddush at noon Sunday Service: Minyan: Monday and Thursday 7 a.m. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School for all ages guests may stock up on gifts and jewelry THE NEW CHURCH 11 a.m. Blended Worship from the vendors or cool off with a Rita’s The New Church of SWFL is located www.westminsterfortmyers.org Italian ice. 10811 Sunset Plaza Circ. #401, behind WORD OF LIFE CHURCH Also, there will be adults and children Zoomers. Rev. Gabriella Cahaley offici- 2120 Collier Ave, Fort Myers, 274-8881; from Temple Beth El and Temple Judea ates worship services on Sundays at 11 Services: Sunday 10 a.m.; performing on stage. Lynn and Joe a.m. during the season. Other worship Wednesday 7 p.m. Goldovitz will perform Israeli and Jewish events are held on the beach in Fort Myers Bishop Gaspar and Michele Anastasi folk music. The Shalom Dancers will per- Beach. See our webpage http://www.new- ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH 7401 Winkler Road, Fort Myers, form and also teach Israeli dances to all churchflorida.com/ or call for more informa- who would like to join in. tion 239-481-5535. 481-4040, Interim Pastor Jim Eggert Pastor Peter Weeks The Jewish Federation Young Adult THOMAS A. EDISON Division will sponsor a craft booth where CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH Sunday Services: 8:30 a.m. Traditional; 1619 Llewellyn Drive Fort Myers 10 a.m. Blended Traditional and of kids all ages can make arts and crafts Just off McGregor across from the Edison/ Contemporary; 11:30 a.m. Contemporary. free of charge. Kids will also be able Ford Winter Estates 334-4978 Children’s Sunday School, Adult /Teen to create a t-shirt with their name in Senior Minister: Douglas Kelchner Bible Classes, 10 a.m. Hebrew for a nominal fee. The popular Traditional Worship Sunday’s 10:15 a.m. Archaeology Dig will be back and every- Website: www.edisonchurch.org one can learn about Israel’s history. UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST Women’s Philanthropy will be show- CHURCH FORT MYERS casing a 10-foot by 60-foot display 13411 Shire Lane (off Daniels Parkway depicting Israel’s history and the history

Thomas Sievert SWFL Christian Academy Teacher homas Sievert, a senior at Southwest Florida Christian Nominated For Golden Halo Award TAcademy, recently received an Excellent rating on a grade 7 piano solo at the Florida Bandmasters Association State Music Performance Assessment. A grade 7 is the most difficult level to receive at the high school level. The event was held on March 30 and 31 at Broward College’s Central Campus in Davie, Florida.

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Susie Kackley, right, receives her Golden Halo Award nomination usie Kackley, a second grade teacher at Southwest Florida Christian Academy, was nominated to receive the Golden Halo Award for the 2011-12 school Syear. Mrs. Kackley was nominated by Madison and Mackenzie Thomas, twins who are students in her class. Ten teachers will be honored on April 21 at the annual dinner that will be held at JJewish Spanish Wells in Bonita Springs. The Christian Chamber of Southwest Florida recog- Federationo nizes outstanding teachers in Lee, Collier, Charlotte and Hendry counties. The Golden Lee and Charlotte Halo Award is the Christian school equivalent to the Golden Apple Award. CCountieounties 12 THE RIVER - APRIL 13, 2012 CROW Case Of The Week: Bald Eagle by Patricia Molloy he scene at CROW on TApril 6 was chaotic. A juvenile bald eagle had just arrived in critical condition. It was found sitting in the parking lot of Radiograph images showed bone dam- age caused by the string’s entanglement the Dairy Queen on Sanibel, unable was taken to the clinic’s radiology Young bald eagle above Dairy Queen to move because a long string was machine for X-ray imaging. Once it wrapped around its body. CROW volun- The operation to remove the string was positioned properly, the room was teer Paul Paglia immediately picked up and clean its extensive wounds was long evacuated and a loud warning call of the avian and drove him to the clinic. and grueling: one person announced they “Shooting!” could be heard throughout Upon arrival, a shot of Butorphanol were running a line and hanging a bag of the floor of the clinic. tartrate was administered for pain man- fluids to keep the bird hydrated; another The images clearly showed that the agement and the patient was promptly gave it a shot of septazine (a synthetic eagle had suffered several bone frac- taken to the operating room. antibiotic); Dr. Heather administered tures. External coaptation was ordered Once on the table, the eagle was given meloxicam (similar to aspirin) to relieve to stabilize the fractures with the use of the anesthetic gas isophlorin through a pain and swelling while another person casts and bandages. While Dr. Heather small mask and was carefully monitored repeatedly dodged surgical tubing to was hopeful that the bones will heal, for respiratory reactions while the sound change the lice covered towels. she was gravely concerned about the of his amplified heartbeat filled the room. The prognosis was not good, said patient’s devitalized skin and compro- The surgical team of three – supervised Dr. Heather. “Our concern here is the mised blood flow. by Dr. Heather – began the monumental condition of what we call the ‘wing web,’ CROW will continue to treat the task of removing the material with suture which is the muscle that allows these young eagle for his broken bones and scissors. It became evident that the bird birds to fly and glide. It may look like a damaged wing muscles caused by the had been incumbered by the unidentified minor injury, but it’s actually the most entanglement. With physical therapy, string (possibly a kite line) for some time serious. What happens with severe line they hope the bird will regain its ability as it had begun to granulate into its tis- entanglements like this is that it scars to fly and glide so that it can be reunited sue. As the examination continued, more down and contracts so the birds can no with its sibling and parents on Sanibel. and more constriction injuries were dis- Let’s keep our fingers crossed for this longer fully spread their wings.” On the operating table, it was discovered that covered on its legs, wings and body. After hours in surgery, the eagle young symbol of our great nation. the string had granulated into its tissue

After lunch, participants will walk to The Randell Research Center (RRC), located across the street from The Tarpon Lodge. The RRC, a program of the Florida Museum of Natural History, aims to establish and maintain – at the internationally significant Pineland archeological and historical site – a permanent facility dedicated to learning and teaching the archeology, history and ecology of Southwest Florida. An RRC educator will guide guests on The Calusa Heritage Trail to one of the pre-Colum- bian mounds of the ancient Calusa while elaborating on this unique fishing culture. Captiva Cruises has established Discover Southwest Florida History cruises to Cabbage Key, Useppa Island, Boca Grande and has recently added cruises to The Edison & Ford Winter Estates on the Caloosahatchee as well as this cruise to Pine Island. For more information and reservations call 472-5300.

on consecutive Saturdays. The second America’s Boating session will be held on Saturday, April 28 also from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Course Offered Topics covered include hull design, he San Carlos Bay Sail & Power docking, anchoring, handling boating Squadron, a unit of the United emergencies, reading channel markers TStates Power Squadrons, will be and many other topics to make each One of the historic fish houses of Pine Island Sound offering America’s Boating Course on boating experience safer and more enjoy- Saturday, April 21 from 8:30 a.m. to able. Successful completion of this course Historic Tour To Pine Island 12:30 p.m. This course is recognized by entitles the boater to six months free the National Association of State Boating membership in a United States Power aptiva Cruises’ newest expedition in its Discover Southwest Florida History Squadron. tours will focus on the fishing cultures in Pine Island Sound, a story of fasci- Law Administrators. The State of Florida recently passed The cost of the course is $40, with a Cnating characters and traditions. $20 cost for a second person sharing the legislation requiring anyone born after The departs from McCarthy’s Marina on Captiva at 10 a.m. on Fridays and pro- instruction materials. ceeds to Pineland on Pine Island. Along the way, participants will get an up close look January 1, 1988 to have passed a safe boating course and obtain a Boating The course is being taught at the San at historic fish houses of Pine Island Sound and discuss commercial fishing and the Carlos Bay Sail & Power Squadron class- fishing cultures from the indigenous Calusa, to Spanish Cuban Ranchos, to the Punta Safety Education ID card, which is valid for life, in order to operate a boat with room, located at 16048 San Carlos Blvd. Gorda Fish Company and to the spectacular Tarpon and sport fishing of today. at the corner of Kelly Road (across from Guests will be greeted at The Tarpon Lodge and passengers will be oriented to this more than 10 HP. Each student will receive a card/cer- ACE Hardware) in Fort Myers. spectacular location, the family-run business and their tradition of fishing within Pine Students can register online at www. Island Sound and Charlotte Harbor. Passengers then will relax amidst the old Florida tificate from the Florida Fish & Wildlife Commission upon completion of the scbps.com or call 466-4040 for more charm of the 1926 Tarpon Lodge, where lunch will be served overlooking the water- information. front. class. The course consists of two sessions THE RIVER - APRIL 13, 2012 13

Positioning the eagle on the clinic’s small radiograph machine. Assisting staff is required to wear protective gear so the bird doesn’t fall during X-ray imaging CROW (Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife, Inc.) is a non-profit wildlife hospital providing veterinary care for native and migratory wildlife from the Gulf Coast of Florida. The hospital accepts patients seven days a week from 8 a.m. to It took a team of four to operate on the large avian, as its injuries were numerous and 5 p.m. Mail donations to PO Box 150, Sanibel, FL 33957. Call 472-3644 or visit: severe. From left: Lauren White, Gennessa Gjeltema and Aundria West www.crowclinic.org.

OUR PATIENTS CAN’T PAY THEIR BILLS BUT YOU CAN HELP “INSURE” THE ANIMALS AT CROW Go to www.crowclinic.org Click on “Help Insure a CROW Patient”

Tuesday-Saturday 10am - 4pm CROW Wildlife Center Daily 11am presentations about our area’s native and migratory wildlife 3883 Sanibel-Captiva Road • www.crowclinic.org • (239) 472-3644 ext. 228 Please thank our Case of the Week ad sponsor for supporting CROW: thanks 14 THE RIVER - APRIL 13, 2012 Plant Smart Florida Ruellia by Gerri Reaves hether your landscape needs a butterfly attrac- Wtor, a touch of violet, a low-maintenance groundcover – or all of the above – Florida ruel- lia (Ruellia caroliniensis) might be the perfect choice. Virtually year-round, this high- ly drought-tolerant wildflower produces stalkless blue or violet flowers that appear in clusters of two to four. Funnel-shaped and five-lobed, they measure about two inches across, lasting as little as one morning before dropping. In the wild, Florida ruellia is found in woodlands, often in Short-lived flowers appear virtually year-round shade. The leaves are oblong photos by Gerri Reaves and evergreen, the stems semi- woody and sometimes hairy. The plant provides nectar for a number of butterfly species and is the larval host Native, low-maintenance, and adaptable Florida ruellia… a superb ground cover plant for the native common buckeye butterfly. Propagate Florida ruellia with seeds or cuttings. A moderate grower, it usually reaches six to 18 inches high. Use it as a low- A cautionary note: If you’re considering the Mexican petunia (Ruellia tweediana maintenance groundcover, a walkway border, or even as a hanging plant. or Ruellia brittoniana) to add a touch of blue to the garden, make the effort to find Exceptionally adaptable and hardy, it can be planted in full or partial shade, Florida ruellia instead. The Mexican petunia is listed by the Florida Exotic Pest Plant but will thrive even in nutrient-poor soil and full sun. It spreads via suckers and by Council as a category 1 exotic pest species. explosive seed capsules, but isn’t invasive. Sources: hort.ufl.edu, fnpschapters.org, regionalconservation.org, and National Pest-resistant and highly drought-tolerant as well, it does best in well-drained soil. Audubon Society Field Guide to Florida. Given its low tolerance for salt water, wind, and spray, it is not suited for coastal Plant Smart explores sustainable gardening practices that will help you create landscapes. an environmentally responsible, low-maintenance South Florida landscape.

Caring For Your Plants Pool Cage Palms by Justen Dobbs find a lot of homes in Fort I Myers have screened in lanais with trees that have become way overgrown. Maybe this is you? Most landscapers and homebuilders install palms or trees in pool cages not knowing their eventual height. Some of these palms include Christmas palms (Adonidia merrillii), Areca palms (Dypsis lutescens) and Solitaire palms (Ptchosperma elegans). These palms look nice when first planted and while the homebuilder or Lady palms produce multiple canes and landscaper has long since been paid and neat leaves with fingers. Notice the colorful left; years later, the trees begin to grow bromeliads underneath through the mosquito screen above. In tree in its place that does not shed a lot other words, the original landscapers of fronds and has a slower growth rate. Ruffled fan palms have an exotic circular leaf and stay fairly short basically didn’t care what the palms or You will notice that I used the adjective trees would grow up to down the line. knowledgeable twice – this is because staying with a palm tree because hard- • Bottle palm (Hyophorbe lagencau- This can become a costly dilemma for most local landscapers will not be able to wood trees and bushes require trimming lis) you, the homeowner. make a good recommendation because and drop dead leaves, which may fall into • Pigmy date palm (Phoenix roebel- So, what can you do? Or what if they usually have a very small number of your pool or decompose on your pool linii) – male specimen, if possible it’s too late? Typically, you can have a palm trees at their disposal. Make sure deck causing stains. I recommend the • Ruffled fan palm (Licuala spinosa) knowledgeable local landscaper come you shop around. You can also plant a following palm trees because they are • Dioon cycad – not a palm, but looks in and transplant the tree to your yard new palm tree yourself to save some cost, bushy, lush, tropical-looking, clumping, similar where it will have a chance to reach its but if it isn’t planted correctly (amended dwarf and low maintenance: If your pool-side planters do not have full potential (make sure it is planted in soil, no air pockets around roots, proper • Lady palm (Rhapis excelsa) irrigation in place, any of the above the right amount of sunlight – too much watering, etc.) you risk losing it and end • Bamboo palm (Chamaedorea sei- palms will still work, but you will have to full sun and it may burn, too little and it up paying more money in the long run frizii) continued on page 16 may stretch for light). This knowledgeable for another replacement. I recommend • Cat palm (Chamaedorea cataracta- landscaper can then plant a new palm rum) THE RIVER - APRIL 13, 2012 15

Chip Lesch of the Sanibel Captiva Trust Company; Jim Sprankle, wildfowl sculptor; and Decoy sponsored by Chip and Sheryl Lesch Paul Tritalk, refuge manager Chip Lesch introduced Sprankle and thanked everyone for attending. He said, “The trust company is honored to be a sponsor of the Sprankle duck decoy exhibit. Dedication Ceremony At The “Ding” Darling Society, Jim and Patty Sprankle and the refuge staff have done so much for so many, and this exhibit only enhances the world class reputation of the Refuge Education Center “Ding” Darling Refuge.” submitted by Kathleen McClanahan-Gruhl CARD OF THANKS ou feel good about yourself when you volunteer and give back,” said Jim Sprankle at the April 6 dedication ceremony for the touch screen that “Yenhances his duck decoy exhibit. Sprankle donated his decoy collection he Center for Environmental and challenges that arose from the news of to the JN “Ding” Darling Education Center. Sprankle is one of the best known wild- Sustainability Education at Florida Mary Oliver’s serious illness, the center fowl wood sculptors in the world. His early age adventures in wildfowl hunting com- TGulf Coast University would like is honored to be working with such an bined with a family background in wood working and taxidermy helped him hone to thank all of its island supporters who understanding and caring community. his skill for creating the life-like sculptures. Sprankle was offered many opportunities helped make this year one of the most The center would also like to extend a to donate his collection to some world class exhibits – like the Smithsonian Institute successful in its history. The center truly special thank you to all of those who – but chose to give the collection to the “Ding” Darling Education Center. The appreciates all who offered their ongo- made contributions in memory of Helen exhibit is titled Folk Art to Fine Art – The Evolution of Native American Decoys to ing support. Moe, and to meet the Haffenreffer Contemporary Decorative Sculptures. The center is especially grateful for Challenge. Sprankle and his wife Patty moved to Sanibel in 1994 and have been involved with the dedicated support it received during Sincerely, the “Ding” Darling Wildlife Society since 1995. He was president for five years. its annual Rachel Carson Distinguished Staff of the Center for Environmental “I’m so honored to have my decoys here on permanent display in the “Ding” Lecture Weekend. With the unexpected and Sustainability Education. Darling Wildlife Education Center,” said Sprankle. Many Sanibel residents have spon- sored the 46 decoys in the exhibit, including Chip and Sheryl Lesch and Al and Sally Hanser from The Sanibel Captiva Trust Company. THE BEST W AY T O SEE THE ISLANDS IS FROM T HE W ATER Dining For Wildlife kicks off on April • 10 a.m. Island Cruise to Dine Out To 22 and runs through May 17. To partici- pate, diners must visit www.conservancy. Useppa Or Cabbage Key Support Wildlife org/dining where they will choose the • Adventure Sailing Cruises time period when they would like to dine, select from participating restaurants and Reservations Required • 4:00 p.m. Dolphin Watch Cruise price points, and purchase dining certifi- for All Cruises cates. Once the certificate is purchased (239)472-5300 • Beach & Shelling Cruise online, a copy will be sent via e-mail. • Sunset Serenade Cruise The diner must make a reservation at Cruises depart from the restaurant accordingly and bring their beautiful Captiva Island with Island Musicians ocal restaurants participating printed certificate(s) to the restaurant. www.captivacruises.com Call for departure time in Dining For Wildlife are dish- Additional terms and conditions are avail- Ling out proceeds to support the able online. care and rehabilitation of animals at For more information or questions, the Conservancy of Southwest Florida e-mail [email protected] or call Wildlife Clinic. the Dining For Wildlife Hotline at 325- Entertainment Nightly in “Sanibel’s Social Scene” On select dates in April and May, 2666. the restaurants will donate half of the Dining For Wildlife participating res- The proceeds from special “Dining For taurants include Alexander’s of Naples, Barbatella, Bayside Seafood Grill & Bar, J Wildlife” certificates to the Conservancy ACARANDA of Southwest Florida Wildlife Clinic. The Bistro 821, Bleu Provence, Café Lurcat, clinic treats more than 2,400 injured, sick Campiello, ChezBoet, Ciao Ristorante, and orphaned animals are treated annu- HB’s on the Gulf at The Naples Beach Sanibel’s Best HAPPY HOUR Happy Apps $5.95 ally and approximately half of those ani- Hotel & Golf Club, M Waterfront Grille, Sesame Encrusted Ahi Tuna, mals treated are released back into their Pagelli’s Rustic Tuscan Grill, Preston’s 4 - 7 p.m. Nightly in the lounge Crispy Fried Calamari, native habitats. Steakhouse, Ridgway Bar & Grill, 1/2 Price Drinks Chilled Oysters, Steamed Shrimp, Patrons can choose from fixed-price Sam Sneads Oak Grill & Tavern at BBQ Beef Satays, meals at $40, $60 or $80 per person. Lely Resort, Sea Salt, Season’s 52, St. Call & Well Liquor, Draft Beer Selections, Snow Crab Legs, Chicken Wings The price includes a three course meal, George & The Dragon, The Bay House Select House Wine non-alcoholic beverage and sales tax. Restaurant, The Dock at Crayton Cove, The Real Macaw Restaurant, The Turtle Alcoholic beverages and gratuity are not 1223 PERIWINKLE WAY, SANIBEL 472-1771 included. Club and Vergina Restaurant. 16 THE RIVER - APRIL 13, 2012 Edison & Ford Winter Estates Now Offering Garden And Estates Tour

Lettuce grows in the organic gardens at the Edison Ford Banana plants used as barriers at the Edison pool complex photo by Manfred Behr he Edison & Ford Winter Estates is offering a new Garden And Estates Tour said Todd Roy, master gardener and Garden Shoppe manager. The Garden Shoppe is to answer the interest of visitors and community members who are interested stocked with many proven varieties of plants that grow easily. Tin practical home gardening and in learning from the expertise from the hor- Both Edison and Ford also cultivated an edible landscape at their estates in Fort ticulturalists at Edison Ford as well as the historic garden tips from the original fami- Myers including citrus, tropical fruits, vegetables and even a truck garden area. Today, lies – the Edisons and Fords – who used the site very effectively 100 years ago. many of their larger trees still remain and are still bearing crops while others have The new Garden And Estates Tour will be available rain or shine every Tuesday been reintroduced throughout the site. Visitors will be introduced to the bananas used at 10:30 a.m. and includes the new organic garden areas, the propagating nursery, as landscape barriers and used as a great food source, dozens of varieties of mangoes Garden Shoppe and, of course, 20 acres of historic gardens and homes on the river. both historical and new varieties, as well as a great variety of citrus that characterize The gardens were recognized with the top award from the National Garden Clubs, the estates. Inc. for restoration as well as gardening expertise. The horticulturalists at Edison Ford In addition to the historical gardens, the tour will also include useful areas like herb are also UF Master Gardeners and teachers. The tour will include historic information mounds, container and raised bed gardens. Rain barrels, drip systems, worm castings, and advice on planting and care, seed selection, home “victory” gardens and sustain- crab shell soil amendments and unique mulch techniques will be seen throughout the ability and environmental concerns. site and many date back to practices of the two inventors and their families. In the past few years, there has been a 20 percent increase in home gardening with The garden and estates walking tour is about two hours in length and participants a return to using vegetables, herbs and other edible plants in ornamental landscapes can also extend their tour with the audio wand tour of the property (available in as well as installing family and community gardens to provide consumers with home English, German, French and Spanish). Registration is not required. grown food ready for the table. Cost of the Garden and Estates Tour is $40 (groups may preregister for special “We notice more and more that our visitors want to know how to grow the same times and fees) and Edison Ford Members are free. The ticket includes the audio wand. edible foods they see here at home. They are interested in heritage seeds, organic The Edison Ford is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. For additional information, substitutes for fertilizer and insect control, and practical growing tips that are ageless,” call 334-7419 or visit www.edisonfordwinterestates.org.

From page 14 For low, groundcover plants around the The council meets every other month palms, I recommend bromeliads, crotons Garden from September through May. The coun- Plant Care or cordylines because they are colorful cil’s headquarters, made possible by the water them every two to three days for and low-maintenance as well. Council Meeting City of Fort Myers, houses the home of about two months while they develop a Dobbs is a landscape architect in arden enthusiasts throughout the Berne Davis Gardens and the Mina good root system. Or, just plant them in south Florida specializing in custom, Lee County are invited to attend Edison Botanical Reference Library on June when our summer rains begin and upscale landscapes. He can be reached Gthe regular bi-monthly meeting the premises. The council office is adja- they will be completely self-sustaining. at [email protected]. of the Fort Myers-Lee County Garden cent to the Edison-Ford Winter Estates on Council on Friday, May 18. The meet- Virginia Avenue. ing will be held at the Eco Living Center The council will hold its 3rd in Rutenberg Park, 6490 South Pointe annual Berne Davis Honorary Award Boulevard in Fort Myers. Hospitality Presentation and Luncheon on Friday, begins at 9 a.m., with the meeting start- April 27 at the Royal Palm Yacht Club. ing at 9:30. The program begins at 11:30 a.m. There is no charge for attending the and the cost is $25. Reservations are meeting and parking is free. The speaker requested by April 20 and may be made will be Susan Moore. Her presentation by contacting Carolee Drotos-Swales at Discover the next generation of money-saving plants & trees will be about the Lakes Park Botanical 561-1846 or via email at cdrotosswales@ Garden in South Fort Myers. yahoo.com. t
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The spring schedule of extra early tarpon, are really starts to be the first boat on the fish at flooding into the sunrise, having an a assortment of cut sound in huge baits and live baits ready to go the night numbers and will before and switching out to the big spin- offer anglers the ning rods required to get the job done are chance to do battle all part of the change of season. with the ultimate After one of the worst tarpon seasons shallow water gamefish for the next few I can remember last year, I really have my months. If you have never hooked into fingers crossed that this year things will one of these incredible fish, now is your be back to normal. The huge amounts chance. of threadfins in the sound already is one This week marked my first tarpon trips good sign that the tarpon should hang of the season. After finding lots of fish in out for a while. the middle sound mid-week, I did not land Conditions for sight-fishing tarpon a tarpon on either trip. On the first out- were perfect a few mornings this week. ing, we jumped two fish. Then, the very Drifting through and slowly troll-motoring next day, we jumped three more in an around rolling fish while pitching live baits hour before conditions got too rough and out in front of them is my favorite way to we had to switch gears and go for redfish. fish these silver kings. Later in the morn- Seeing such large numbers of tarpon ing when the fish are not showing as in slick calm water the first day was a much and the sea breeze begins to kick sight to behold. Tarpon were all over the up, I like to set up on the anchor and A hooked tarpon goes airborne while trying to throw the hook add some cut baits to my live bait spread. eight-foot range in the middle sound was Tarpon this week ate both live and cut loaded with two- to fout-foot blacktips. Send Us Your Fish Tales baits. A little cold front passing through Cut mullet and ladyfish worked well along dropped the humidity and brought stron- with live pinfish under a float. Using the he River Weekly would like to hear from anglers about their catches. ger winds that might just slow the tarpon lighter spinning tackle, we had a blast Send us details including tackle, bait and weather conditions, date of party down a little bit for a few days, but with these hard-fighting sharks. Packs of Tcatch, species and weight, and include photographs with identification. only time will tell. these little blacktips – once they started Drop them at the River Weekly, 1609 Hendry Street, Suite 15, Fort Myers, Big mid-day high tides made for the to feed – made for non-stop action, and Florida 33901, or email to [email protected]. perfect redfish set-up. Action was very they even hit live baits right on the sur- consistent, although some days it took face. more moving around to locate the feed- Limits of seatrout where still easy to ing reds. Both cut baits and live shiners come by without spending too much time fished under a popping cork caught red- out on the shallower flats. Sandy potholes Swim with fish under the trees and on oyster bars. in the two- to four-foot range held trout BOAT the Fishes The mangrove islands in the no-motor to 24 inches. zone in Wulfert Keys produced keeper- Out along the beaches, the Spanish size reds for me every time in there this mackerel bite has been going off and there RENTALS week. Some days, picking the wind-blown have been some kings in the mix, too. shorelines and working every nook, cran- Spring is without a doubt one of the Fishing • Cabbage Key ny and point seemed like the only way best times to fish our local waters, with a Dolphin Watching to find them. Each move would only pro- huge variety of fishing opportunities close duce one or two fish. The next day, one at hand. Captains Available mangrove hole would produce a dozen or Capt. Matt Mitchell has been fishing more reds of all sizes. Guess that’s redfish local waters since he moved to Sanibel 472-5800 fishing. in 1980. He now lives in St. James City 481-4733 Shark fishing was also a good bite this and works as a back country fishing Jensen’s Marina 12600 McGregor Blvd, Ft Myers week even though we did not get into guide. If you have comments or ques- Captiva Island www.scubavicedivers.com any sharks over about four feet. Rocky tions e-mail [email protected]. Channel and water in the seven- to ISLAND MARINE SERVICES, INC. • NEW MOTOR SALES • REBUILT POWERHEADSPOWERHEADS • 1 • FACTORYFACTORY TTRAINEDRAINED • MERCURYMERCURY – MARINER – JOHNSONJOHNSON – EVINRUDEEVINRUDE SUZUKISUZUKI – YAMAHA – OMCOMC – I/O'SI/O'S – MERCRUISERMERCRUISER

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Dance Alliance Group ance Alliance, the Alliance for the Arts’ resident dance company, is celebrat- ing its third season with an ambitious program fusing dance, live music and Dspoken word. Two performances will be held in the Foulds Theatre at the Alliance for the Arts on Saturday, April 20 and Sunday, April 21 at 8 p.m. The eight-member company is teaming up with Vocal Artistry, a premiere local choral group, to perform excerpts of Karl Jenkins’ Requiem, a series of thought- provoking melodies that blend the concept of a traditional Latin mass with Japanese haiku poems. The company also welcomes guest performer Dr. Jim Brock, a poet and Florida Gulf Coast University professor, whose rhythmic and musical verses serve as the inspiration for Dance Alliance choreographers. Guest choreographer Donna K. Frogge reunites with Dance Alliance for the second time, bringing her interpretation of the Biblical tale of the Tower of Babel to the Alliance stage. Performances on both nights will be followed by a reception. A $10 donation is suggested; seating is general admission. Email [email protected] or call 939-2787 for more information. Alliance for the Arts is at 10091 McGregor Boulevard just south of Colonial Boulevard in Fort Myers. Rehearsal

Symphony To Present Cirque de la Symphonie! he Gulf Coast Symphony, Southwest Florida’s premier com- munity orchestra, offers thrills for all ages when they present TCirque de la Symphonie! on Saturday, April 21 at 7:30 p.m. This show features acrobats, dancers, aerial fliers, strongmen and tightrope walkers performing onstage with or above the Gulf Coast Symphony. “This performance is not to be missed!” said Gulf Coast Symphony music director, Andrew Kurtz. “It’s such a unique program, unlike any- thing we’ve ever done before.” Cirque de la Symphonie is a new production created to bring the magic of cirque to the music hall. It is an exciting adaptation of artistic performances widely seen in theaters and arenas everywhere. Artists include the most amazing veterans of exceptional cirque programs throughout the world. Their performances are uniquely adapted to stage accommodations shared by symphonies, and each artist’s performance is professionally choreographed to classical masterpieces and popular contemporary music in collaboration with the maestro. This concert is sponsored in part by Mayer Family Dental. Cirque de la Symphonie! takes place at the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall. Single tickets cost $42, $47, $52 and $62 and can be purchased at www.gulfcoastsymphony.org, by calling 481-4849 or at the box office one hour prior to the concert. For more information, e-mail [email protected].

Vladimir Tsarkov with rings Hoop performer Aloysia Gavre THE RIVER - APRIL 13, 2012 19 Touring Matlacha

Browse through goods from local artists, vendors and crafters from around Florida Craft Fair On Fort Myers Beach he Fort Myers Beach Chamber of Commerce announces the Key Estero Boulevard Shops Vendor & Craft Fair. The craft show will be held on Sunday, Baur is responsible for marketing the TApril 15 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Key Estero Shops, located at 1661 international real estate business. She Estero Boulevard on Fort Myers Beach. Ragady Megaforceband will provide live stayed in Cape Town, South Africa after entertainment from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. her A-Levels and received her law degree Cooled by the gentle breezes of the Gulf of Mexico, the Vendor & Craft Show – at the University Regensburg, Germany located in the Key Estero Shops parking area – will feature local artisans, vendors and in 2011. crafters from all parts of Florida. Make it a point to browse and view the unique gifts, Rasi and Baur were impressed with keepsakes for your home or that one of a kind piece of jewelry to enhance your ward- Lovegrove’s colorful garden, gallery and Isabella Rasi, artist Leoma Lovegrove and the unique home on the waterfront. robe. Carina Baur “We held a similar show in February, and it was such a success that we scheduled During the walking tour, they were able another which promises to be even better,” said Darlene Grossman, event chairper- to experience Matlacha from its roots son. “The Chamber continuously looks for new ways to promote the businesses in our arina Baur, new team assis- as a thriving fishing village to an artists’ community. This is just the tip of the iceberg. We would like to expand our craft shows tant with Engel & Völkers on community. and hold them at various locations in the future.” CSanibel, and Isabella Rasi, real- For more information or to reserve a booth space, contact Darlene Grossman at tor for the firm, visited their customer 850-5933 or visit www.fortmyersbeachchamber.org. Leoma Lovegrove and took part in her Matlacha walking tour last Friday.

Shell Museum Participating In Reciprocal Membership Program

Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum members will be eligible to visit nearly 100 museums in 15 states for free here are now another 100 reasons why membership in The Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum has become more valuable than ever. Along with its recent Tinclusion into the North American Reciprocal Museums program, the museum announces its participation in the Southeastern Reciprocal Membership (SERM) program. If you join the museum at the $50 level or above, you automatically become a member of SERM, which entitles you to free admission as well as program, lecture, and store discounts and other benefits at nearly 100 museums in 15 states. Some of the participating Florida institutions include Art Center Sarasota, the Orlando Museum of Art and the Tampa Museum of Art. Museums may restrict benefits, so contact the institution prior to your visit for more information. To see a list of participating museums, visit the museum website’s Membership page at www.shellmuseum.org. To join The Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum and to learn more about the reciprocal membership program, contact John Suau at 395-2233, or email jsuau@shellmuseum. org. 20 THE RIVER - APRIL 13, 2012

Carving by Jay Gilliford Photographer Richard Sherman Photos, Carvings Richard Sherman knew that photog- raphy would be a part of his life since his Celebrate dad gave him a Time-Life magazine on photography and a Minolta SLR camera. Heliconia by Allen Tiller Earth Day 2012 Sanibel Lighthouse by Eric Levin “I hope you enjoy the photographs view the work and learn more about the ee County Commissioner Tammy States. and that you find peace and tranquility in artists. Call 533-2226 to confirm office Hall is supporting local artists by “I find that when I shoot, my attention the images,” said Sherman. hours for viewing the artwork. Lgiving them an opportunity to is not necessarily on the end result (the Jay Gilliford currently lives and pro- “The arts are an important part of the display their artwork in her Fort Myers final print), but on enjoying the experi- duces his wood carvings at his home in cultural and development of our com- office. ence of being in nature,” said Levin. “The Fort Myers. He has always had a passion munity” said Hall. “I believe that govern- For the next several weeks, four local end result will take care of itself.” for nature, particularly for birds and bird ment can play an important role in public photographers and one local wood carv- A 1978 graduate of the Art Institute watching. awareness, developing the use of public er, will display their work in the District of Philadelphia, Allen Tiller launched a In combination with his interest in spaces for display and interaction of art, 4 Office, located at the Old County career doing magazine illustrations. Soon wood and wood carving, his passion for and for the encouragement and commit- Courthouse in downtown Fort Myers. unable to paint or draw due to multiple birds has led him to become quite skilled ment of continued financial support both The display includes framed artistic pho- sclerosis, Tiller honed his photographic in bird carving and to produce the many public and private of all the arts.” tography of nature and wood carvings of skills. beautiful projects that are showcased on Commissioner Hall’s office is on the area wild life. “It is my desire to share with the his wood carving website. www.jaygillifor- first floor of the Old County Courthouse, Photographer Eric Levin, originally viewer the beauty that I see in the world, dwoodcarving.com. 2120 Main Street in downtown Fort from South America, has lived in Bolivia and to take them to details that might The work will be on display until May Myers. and Trinidad before settling in the United otherwise be overlooked,” he stated. 11. The public is welcome to stop by and College Offers Wine Trail And Free Concerts Beyond Returns he Downtown Fort Myers Wine At Mann Hall Trail and Beyond continues to gain or many years, Edison State Tpopularity with both locals and visi- College has presented a series of tors, and will return again this Saturday, Fconcerts to the general public for April. 14 from 7 to 10 p.m. free. It’s that time again. The ever-growing popularity of the “It’s an opportunity to enjoy three River District gets a huge boost on the nights of outstanding music,” said second Saturday of every month with Dr. Thomas Smith, musical direc- Wine Trail and Beyond. This event tor. “Talented musicians will perform attracts a fantastic group of guests that Broadway show tunes; American concert celebrate the best wine, spirits, beer and band music; innovative works for big seminars, top local restaurant paired band and small group jazz; and some of lunches and dinners, food tastings, chef the most memorable compositions ever demos and live music, with local galler- written for the symphony orchestra.” ies and retailers. Enthusiastic participants The following shows are free and enjoy live entertainment throughout the open to the public: event at the Patio De Leon. April 17 Edison State College in concert This month’s live music will feature Edison State College Symphony Renee Hose on the Patio from 6:30 to by Mary Griffin-Seal, the Edison State Monk and others. Orchestra and Edison State College Choir 9:30 p.m. Pre-register and pick up your College Choir will be performing works April 30 Combined Concert, 7:30 p.m. tickets starting at 6 p.m. on the day of including selections from HMS Pinafore Edison State College Concert Band, The Edison State College Symphony, the event or buy online before the crowds (Gilbert & Sullivan), Showboat (Jerome directed by Dr. Tom Smith, 7:30 p.m. under the direction of Dr. Thomas arrive. Kern), South Pacific (Richard Rodgers), The band’s spring concert will be an Smith, will perform some of the best Go to www.WineTrailand and A Chorus Line (Marvin Hamlisch). eclectic mix of classic band and wind loved orchestral works ever written: The Beyond.com or on Facebook.com/ April 24 ensemble favorites. Included on the pro- Hebrides Overture (Fingal’s Cave) by FortMyersWineTrail. Call 265-1948 or Edison State College Jazz Ensemble, gram will be First Suite In Eb (Gustav Felix Mendelssohn, The Pulcinella Suite 561-289-3426 for more information. directed by Dr. Tom Smith, 7:30 p.m. Holst); Suite of Old American Dances by Igor Stravinsky, Quiet City by Aaron This 20-piece jazz big band, com- (Robert Russell Bennett); The Cowboys Copland, featuring student soloists Jayla prised of some of the finest musicians in (John Williams); Sammy Nestico’s Gillaspie (English horn), and Tito Alvizuris Florida, will be swingin’ the night away Persuasion featuring alto saxophone (trumpet). Also on the program will be Send your as they perform both new and traditional soloist Zach Deeter; and The Carnival Haydn’s Concerto in C for Cello, featur- big band jazz. Featured on the program of Venice (J.B.Arban), featuring trumpet editorial copy to: ing student performer Ronnie Wisniewski. will be works by Gordon Goodwin, Bob soloist Antonio Castillo. Under the direction of Candace Brookmeyer, Duke Ellington, Thelonius [email protected] Baranowski-Sundby, and accompanied THE RIVER - APRIL 13, 2012 21 Going Blonde At Broadway Palm by Di Saggau had no idea I was going to I totally enjoy Legally Blonde at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre. I did not see the movie, knowing it was not my cup of tea, but the musi- cal has everything to make it work. The show knows it is cute and silly and celebrates the fact with a lot of wit and tongue-in-cheek Elle and ensemble throughout. I had a ball starting with the Springer), a Celtic romantic who has a Laurence O’Keefe and Nell Benjamin’s first musical number Omigod You Guys. great voice. She is rescued by a stud-like score is enjoyable, with no one number Everyone in the large cast is excep- UPS man ( Drew Stark), who show-stop- that brings the house down and lingers in tional. Elle with Bruiser pingly announces: “I’ve got a package.” the memory, but there are some enjoy- The plot involves a popular sorority puts aside her beloved shopping sprees Elle ends up in Professor Callahan’s able shafts of wit in the lyrics. I especially girl, Elle Woods (Maris Fernandes), an and hits the books to gain some respect. law class and proves she has the right enjoyed The Harvard Variations, Blood underestimated blonde who is study- It’s not an easy journey, but it sure is fun stuff. Jesse Berger as Callahan exudes in the Water and the courtroom scene ing “fashion merchandising” at UCLA. for the audience. cold-hearted authority with an air of with There! Right There! Elle’s boyfriend Warner (Billy Casey) has Fernandes is vivacious, perky, trim, sophistication. Also in the class are As far as feel good musicals go his future all planned and it no longer and sings and dances excellently. 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To Speak At Edison College of a strong-minded woman of the amesake of Edison State College’s Lee East Of The Sun: world, whose home is Palestine, Egypt, Bennett Hopkins Writing Institute, Lee Minnesota, Florida... everywhere, and NBennett Hopkins, will take part in the A Memoir whose personal story about loss, grace 50th Anniversary Distinguished Speaker’s by Noha Shaath Ismail and memory can inform our own. Series 2012. This warm book is a gift not just to the A reception will take place on April 19 at coming-of-age tale, family saga author’s grandchildren as intended, but 5:30 p.m. followed by the presentation at 6 p.m. and nostalgic view of the fifties to all who care about family, history and Light hors d’oeuvres and wine will be served Aand sixties, Noha Shaath Ismail’s justice, and who believe in fostering pos- for this third (and final) event . memoirs describe her formative years sibility and creativity in a world beset by Hopkins will speak on Celebrity Encounters In in Alexandria, Egypt, and the personal violence. Writing. For more information, visit www.edison. journey that led her to the United States Noha Shaath Ismail was born in edu/foundation. in 1970. Palestine in 1942 and spent her child- Hopkins is one of the nation’s most sought- International in scope and universal in hood and formative years in Alexandria, after speakers on the subject of children’s litera- outlook, her story is set against the back- Egypt. She attended British schools in ture. He has written and edited numerous award- drop of political and social upheaval. She Alexandria, and graduated from the winning books for children and young adults, as writes about the loss of her homeland in University of Alexandria with a degree well as professional texts and curriculum materi- Palestine, Nasser’s Egypt and the tumultu- in English Literature. She came to the als. He has taught elementary school and served Lee Bennett Hopkins ous 1960s in Philadelphia with insightful United States for graduate studies in as a consultant to school systems throughout the reminiscences about her family and her 1963 where she earned a Master’s country. rapidly changing world. degree in Library Science from Drexel Hopkins graduated from Kean University, Bank Street College of Educa-tion, and Read about Ismail’s Palestinian father, University in Philadelphia. Ms. Ismail holds a Professional Diploma in Educational Supervision and Administration from Lebanese mother, Egyptian husband, immigrated to the U.S. with her hus- Hunter College. In 1980 he was awarded an honorary Doctor of Laws degree from and American sons, and be touched by a band and two young children in 1970, Kean University. In 1989 he received the University of Southern Missis-sippi Medallion complex multitude of emotions – tender- and spent her entire career with the for outstanding contributions to the field of children’s literature in recognition of his ness, pride, love, sadness and yearning. Hennepin County Library System in work; 2009 brought him the National Council of Teachers of English Excellence in Here is an immigrant’s tale with stories Minneapolis, Minnesota. She is currently Poetry for Children, recognizing his aggregate body of work. about family, Muslim traditions, courting retired and lives with her husband in Fort In 2010 he received the Florida Libraries’ Lifetime Achievement Award. At the habits and a way of life that has since dis- Myers. heart of all his writing is the dedication to bringing children and books together. “You appeared. Here are also recollections of East Of The Sun: A Memoir is must teach children to love books,” he insists. “We spend too much time teaching chil- a world traveler spurred by View-Master published by Author House in October dren to read and not enough time teaching them to love to read.” To encourage the images her father shared with her after 2011 and available from on-line retailers recognition of poetry, he has established two major awards: the Lee Bennett Hopkins overseas trips, who “like Sindbad, longed BarnesandNoble.com or Amazon.com. Poetry Award, presented annually by Penn State University for a single volume of for a taste of adventure” and the freedom Also available in E-book format for the poetry, and the Lee Bennett Hopkins/International Reading Association Promising to begin her own journey of discovery. Nook and Kindle as well as for the iPad Poet Award, presented every three years by IRA. Not least, here is the world view through iTunes. THE RIVER - APRIL 13, 2012 23

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Last Sunday’s near-unbelievable win by moments in the his- Finally, the Duel in the Sun by Tom the lefty Watson sure won’t diminish tory of golf and the Watson and Jack Nicklaus in the 1977 that reputation. improbable snap British Open is my No. 4 ranking. In Florida Tarpons Remain hook by Bubba that clash, these two Hall of Famers Undefeated in Indoor Football Watson from deep battled head-to-head that warm day at League in the woods that Turnberry, coming to the 16th hole Four victories in four games – that’s Bubba Watson landed just 10 feet dead even. A birdie on 17 gave Watson the record of the new Florida Tarpons from the pin to a one-stroke lead but the drama was just of the Ultimate Indoor Football League. The Miracle was swept 8-6, 6-2, cement his Masters victory last Sunday beginning. The Tarpons destroyed the Rome and 4-3 in 10 innings by the Charlotte could be one of them. Watson stuck a seven-iron two feet Rampage 60-7 last weekend at Germain Stone Crabs to start the 2012 season. Let’s recall some of those glori- from the 18th pin on his second shot Arena before 4,174 fans. The victory Fort Myers is home at Hammond ous moments by golfing legends and and Nicklaus slashed an eight-iron from was the homecoming of quarterback Stadium for only one game this week, then you decide whether Watson’s gap deep in the rough onto the green and Chris Wallace who played eight seasons Saturday, against Brevard. The first wedge blast off the pine straw that proceeded to hole a 35-foot birdie putt. for the old Florida Firecats of the now- pitch is 6:05 p.m. hooked some 40 yards onto the second But Watson tapped in his two-footer for defunct arenafootball2. Florida Everblades Sweep playoff green deserves a high ranking in victory. The dueling sportsmen left the In his first game under center for the Greenville in first round of Kelly golf history. green arm-in-arm. Tarpons, Wallace completed 17 of 31 Cup Playoffs Here are my four top moments in Obviously, any historic ranking is passes for 307 yards and eight touch- At press time, the Florida Everblades golf: open to argument and time will tell downs. hockey team was awaiting the winner of At 46 years old, Jack Nicklaus won whether Bubba Watson’s playoff cham- The Tarpons travel to Lakeland the Elmira-Reading series to learn who the 1986 Masters for his sixth Masters pionship last Sunday will rank high in Saturday to oppose the Lakeland they will oppose in the second round of title. He had entered the tournament the record books. But what a victory it Raiders. the playoffs. 160th on the year’s money list and was! Miracle go 0-3 in Season Start The Everblades swept Greenville in hadn’t won a Major in his last 20 starts. Just as Nicklaus showed great sports- Losing their first three games of the the three-game first series winning 5-2, The 1986 victory was his 18th Major manship in his 1977 British Open loss, new season wasn’t what Manager Jake 4-2 and 3-2. The first two victories triumph, a record that remains. the same is true for this year’s Masters Mauer envisioned as he began his third were on home ice and the finale at In 1997, Tiger Woods, just 21 years runner-up, Louis Oosthuizen of South year directing the fortunes of the Fort Greenville. old and playing in his first Major as a Africa. Myers Class A baseball team.

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problem and children typically out grow is serious and repetitive, it may be time Parkway. Two of the original volunteers School Smart this behavior. to seek professional help. An evaluation are still with the program – Maureen by Shelley M. Sometimes as children get older, they by a professional child/adolescent coun- Charlebois and Rosie Kershaw. Greggs, NCSP may tell a lie to be self-serving – for selor could help both the child and parent Since 1990, the volunteers have example, to avoid doing a chore or to understand and remediate this behavior. donated 289,276 hours of service, sav- ear deny responsibility for their behavior. Ms. Greggs is adjunct faculty at ing Lee County more than $4.7 million Shelley, Parents should respond to these isolated Edison State College where she teaches in wages. Volunteers have taken nearly D My pre- instances of lying by talking with the psychology and education courses. 200 familiarization trips to hotels and school daughter youngster about the importance of truth- She is also Nationally Certified School attractions to better assist visitors with lied to her teachers fulness, honesty and trust. Older children Psychologist and consultant for School their questions about the area, and have twice last week. We and teenagers may also lie to avoid hurt- Consultation Services, a private educa- helped with dozens of special projects, discussed this with ing another’s feelings, to protect their tional consulting company. Questions conferences, meetings, consumer shows, her and told her privacy or to help them feel psychologi- for publication may be addressed to sports and community events, festivals, that lying is wrong, cally separate and independent from their [email protected]. Not all questions as well as work at state welcome centers but I am concerned parents, as the American Academy of submitted can be addressed through since the program began. that there is something wrong. Her teach- Adolescent Psychiatry has reported. this publication. “Our thanks to the hundreds of vol- ers said that lying at this age is generally Lying can become a bad habit if it unteers who have aided our visitors over not a problem. Is this true? goes unchecked. It can also indicate the past 20 plus years, serving as the Justin R., Cape Coral malicious behavior or emotional prob- welcome face of our community,” said Dear Justin, lems. Children may lie to get attention VCB Hosts Tourism Tamara Pigott, VCB executive director. All children lie at sometime or another. from peers or adults, to deal with daily “These ambassadors are one of the best It is important to examine the behavior demands or to cover up a serious prob- Ambassador assets of the Southwest Florida tourism and see if the root cause can be deter- lem such as substance abuse. community.” mined. Lying, particularly with younger If you find that your child has lied to Appreciation Feast The program has grown over time, children, is often not serious but there is you, you should take that opportunity to he Lee County Visitor & serving a few thousand Lee County visi- a range of issues that lying may repre- talk about their behavior. Parents are the Convention Bureau (VCB) recently tors the first year to more than 260,000 sent. In your case with a young child, her most important role models for children Thonored its 111 volunteers at last year. The program has assisted close teacher is probably correct since lying at and honesty is learned at home. The the 22nd Annual Tourism Ambassador to 1.9 million since 2004. the preschool age is very common and importance of honesty at home and in Appreciation Feast at Harborside Event “Our dedicated volunteers have always does not typically represent abnormal their community should be discussed, Center in downtown Fort Myers. This stepped up to the occasion whenever behavior. as should alternatives to lying. In other year’s theme was Our Knights and and wherever they were needed,” said Young preschool aged children often words, giving your child different ways to Ladies in Shining Armor. Judi Durant, VCB Visitor Services direc- make up stories and tell tall tales. This is cope and meet their needs without lying. The annual luncheon is a celebration tor. “We are very fortunate to have great normal activity because they enjoy hear- Of course with the younger children, it of the Visitor Services volunteer program, people who are willing to give back to the ing stories and making up stories for fun. is also important to review the difference which started with one staff person and community by welcoming our guests.” These young children may blur the dis- between make believe and reality. 24 volunteers on October 1, 1990 in For information on joining the Visitors tinction between reality and fantasy. This If as a parent you do see a maladap- two welcome booths at the Southwest Services volunteer program, call 590- type of lying is probably not a serious tive pattern of lying with your child that Florida Regional Airport on Chamberlin 4855. 26 THE RIVER - APRIL 13, 2012 Top 10 Real Estate Sales Development City Year Built Square Footage Listing Price Selling Price Days on Market Bonita Beach Bonita Springs 1959 2,127 1,650,000 1,650,000 29 Palmira Bonita Springs 2005 3,100 899,900 843,000 71 Shadow Wood At The Brooks Bonita Springs 2001 2,688 754,900 725,000 60 Savona Cape Coral 2007 2,670 650,000 645,000 250 Lexington Country Club Fort Myers 1997 2,359 639,000 565,000 77 Pelican Landing Bonita Springs 1995 2,566 539,900 539,900 33 Bonita Bay Bonita Springs 1993 2,658 599,000 537,200 344 Bonita Bay Bonita Springs 1993 2,658 599,000 537,200 401 Bonita Bay Bonita Springs 1989 2,122 549,000 512,000 66 Riverside Fort Myers 1996 4,302 535,000 510,000 8

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Condo and HOA ger the law. Currently, there are three requirements: Age 55 And Over First, the community must establish that 80 percent of the occupied dwellings Communities are occupied by at least one person who is at least 55 years of age. This is estab- By Richard lished by taking a “census,” and obtaining D. DeBoest II, reliable documentation of age. Attorney at Law Second, the community must publish community and adhere to policies and procedures that quali- that demonstrate the intent to operate as Afies as a 55 a 55 and older community. Some exam- and over commu- ples are including age restrictions in the nity has the right original governing documents, posting to restrict children signs stating that the community is “55 from residing in the And Over,” and putting that information community without on stationary and other means of com- potential liability for munications to the public and prospective a discrimination claim under the federal buyers and renters. fair housing law and similar state stat- The third requirement is comply- utes. Below is an explanation of the law ing with the Housing and Urban and what a community needs to do to Development (HUD) regulations regard- quality as a “55 and over” community. ing verification and surveys. As it currently reads, the Fair Housing Failure to provide full compliance with Act precludes discrimination in the sales the federal regulations and state statutes Eze Wokocha, president of ANSWFL; Wilson G. Bradshaw, FGCU president; Peter Ndiang’ui, or rental of housing, as well as in the exposes the community to a potentially chair, education committtee for ANSWFL terms, conditions and facilities connected large liability in a discrimination lawsuit. It with housing, on the basis of race, color, is important for the community to review African Network Establishes sex, handicap, familial status and national its original census and supporting docu- origin. Under the Fair Housing Act, mentation, and its plans for ongoing veri- Scholarship Fund At FGCU “familial status” is really just a description fication of occupancy status and record of any family with children. keeping, with its attorney. he African Network of Southwest Florida, Inc. (ANSWFL) has established a Communities that meet the require- This information is general and is scholarship fund at Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) to financially assist ments of amendments to the Fair not intended as specific legal advice Tstudents of African descent in their educational journey at the university for Housing Act that were adopted in 1995, applicable to your association. DeBoest the benefit of African people. known as the Housing for Older Persons recently co-authored a chapter in The African Network of Southwest Florida Scholarship Endowment will be used to Act (HOPA), are exempt from the pro- Florida Condominium and Community award scholarships to students who have demonstrated excellent pre-college academic hibition against discrimination against Association Law published by The credentials, are degree-seeking undergraduate students, and have completed the uni- families with children. Originally, only Florida Bar and he regularly speaks and versity’s applications, describing any family hardship and how the degree’s discipline communities that provided “significant writes on community association law will benefit the people of Africa. facilities and services” for seniors could topics. He can be contacted at inquiry@ The African Network of Southwest Florida, Inc. was formed in March 2004 to quality under HOPA, but that is no lon- condoandhoalawgroup.com. promote Africa’s rich heritage and diverse culture to empower future generations of Africans in Diaspora. Its mission is to enhance the quality of life for the men, women and children of African descent by promoting literacy, raising awareness of African cul- ture and diversity past, present and future. FGCU’s International Services was instrumental in guiding the ANSWFL’s develop- Email your editorial copy to: ment of this relationship with FGCU. “Members of the ANSWFL felt welcomed at FGCU, and establishing a scholarship here is a way of expanding their relationship [email protected] with the university, advancing their community presence and supporting future genera- tions of Africans,” said Elaine Hozdik, director of international services. To make contributions to the fund or for more information, contact Judie Cassidy, senior director of advancement, at 590-1058. THE RIVER - APRIL 13, 2012 27 Financial Focus earnings, so your after-tax accumulation would be about $385,000, assuming you Brettholtz Appointed To Board Of Time Assists With took your IRA in a lump sum (which most people don’t) and also assuming you were SWFL Museum Of History Foundation Tax-Advantaged in the 25 percent tax bracket. However, teve Brettholtz, president and by the time you retire, you may be in a shareholder of Myers, Brettholtz Investments lower bracket. Plus, you have some con- S& Company, PA, Certified Public trol over how much you withdraw each by Jennifer Basey Accountants & Business Consultants, has year, so you may be able to affect the been appointed as treasurer of the board f you’re rela- taxes you’ll pay. of directors of the Southwest Florida tively young and Furthermore, depending on your Museum of History Foundation. Iyou’ve been income level, your contributions to a tra- Brettholtz’s years of accounting experi- investing only a ditional IRA may be tax-deductible in the ence include numerous assignments in all few years, you pos- years in which you make the contribu- phases of common interest realty associa- sess an asset that tions. (Keep in mind that this hypothetical tion development and administration, non- is invaluable and example is for illustrative purposes only profit organizations and various business cannot be replaced: and does not represent a specific invest- entities. time. And the more ment or investment strategy.) Brettholtz is a past chair of the Florida time you spend While tax deferral is obviously a nice Institute of Certified Public Accountants contributing to tax- feature for an investment, tax-free may Common Interest Realty Association com- advantaged invest- be even better. If you meet the income mittee and currently serves on FICPA’s ments, the better requirements, you might want to consider Steering Committee/Resource Council for off you may be. investing in a Roth IRA, which provides the Common Interest Realty Associations As an investor, time is your ally for two tax-free earnings withdrawals, provided Section. He is a member of ARDA reasons. First, the more time you give to you’ve held your account for at least five and serves on their Federal Issues and your growth-oriented investments, the years and you don’t start taking withdraw- Resort Management committees and is Steve Brettholtz greater their growth potential. And sec- als until you’re at least age 59 and a half. a past national trustee for Community ond, the effects of market volatility have This means that, in the above example, Associations Institute. tended to decrease over time, though as you’d have accumulated that same In addition, Brettholtz has authored numerous articles regarding community asso- you no doubt have heard, past perfor- $513,000 – but you won’t have to pay ciation operations and was a contributing author to the Guide To Homeowners’ mance is not a guarantee of future results. taxes on your withdrawals. Associations and Other Common Interest Realty Associations. He is a frequent Clearly, it pays to put time on your Generally speaking, the Roth IRA lecturer for both local and national organizations and is recognized as an accredited side. And when you’re investing in tax- may make more financial sense for those provider of continuing education courses for the State of Florida Licensed Community advantaged vehicles, time becomes an who are eligible, but if you think you’ll be Association Managers. even more critical component of invest- in a lower tax bracket when you retire, The Southwest Florida Museum of History is dedicated to the collection, preser- ment success, especially when you are and your income level permits you to vation and interpretation of history and traditions, with particular emphasis on Fort young and have several decades ahead of deduct some of your contributions, you Myers and Southwest Florida. you before you retire. may want to consider a traditional IRA. Located at 2031 Jackson Street in historic downtown Fort Myers, the museum is Suppose, for example, that you put Consult with your tax advisor for guid- housed in the former Atlantic Coastline Railroad depot. The facility houses an exten- $200 per month into an investment on ance on the most appropriate approach sive artifacts collection detailing early civilization, the fort, first settlers, cattlemen, turn which you paid taxes every year. If you for your situation. of the century, military and agriculture, and the boating and fishing industries in Fort earned a hypothetical 7 percent return on When it comes to building resources Myers. this investment, you’d end up with about for retirement, it’s almost impossible to “Our firm is dedicated to Southwest Florida and this has been our corporate home $324,000 after 40 years. But if you put save and invest “too much.” So take for over 30 years,” said Brettholtz. “I have enjoyed visiting the museum for a number that same $200 per month into a tax- full advantage of both time and tax- of years and am honored to be a member of their board.” deferred investment, such as a traditional advantaged investments. By putting these Myers, Brettholtz & Company, PA is the outgrowth of a regional CPA firm first Individual Retirement Account (IRA), and investments to work for you, and by established in Miami in 1953 and the Fort Myers branch opened in 1979. you earned that same 7 percent return, keeping them at work, you’ll be putting For more information, visit www.mbcopa.com or call 939-5775. you’d wind up with about $513,000 after time on your side as you work toward 40 years. your financial goals. Of course, once you starting taking Jennifer Basey is a financial advisor withdrawals, presumably when you’re in Fort Myers. She can be reached at retired, you’ll have to pay taxes on your [email protected].

Share your community news with us. Call 415-7732, Fax: 415-7702 or email [email protected] 28 THE RIVER - APRIL 13, 2012 sponsors and dedicated volunteers for their commitment to this labor of love to help us continue to move forward.” Founded by Abdul’Haq Muhammed, Quality Life Center has been providing servic- es through private donations and grant funding for over 21 years in education, youth enrichment, personal and community development, and social services for at-risk youth and families in the Dunbar area of Fort Myers. Services include hot meals and after- school and youth programs such as tutoring and help with homework, martial arts, dance, media arts, sports, and music enrichment for children aged four to 18. Other programs help adults prepare for and seek jobs, while summer camps serve more than 300 children. Quality Life Center is located at 3210 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, Fort Myers. For more information, visit http://www.qualitylifecenter.org or call 333- 2100.

Sports Grill. From left, Wilson Bradshaw, Mei-Mei Chan, Jim Nathan, Abdul’Haq Muhammed, and Airport “So many restaurants are very com- Martin Haas munity minded and their participation Concessionaire in the dining book expresses that car- Quality Life Center Fundraiser Gala ing to patrons who might not otherwise ver 250 people filled the Cohen Center at Florida Gulf Coast University Helps Food Bank know,” said Terry Luster, chairman of to celebrate Quality Life Center’s 21 years of service to the community at n Wednesday, April 18, MBA the Gateway to the Islands Kiwanis Club Oits I am the Q fundraiser gala luncheon on March 27. Community leaders Airport Transportation is giving project. “This endeavor brings diners came together to honor three of its key partners in bringing awareness, assistance, Oback to the community and will and restaurateurs together during the off- and services to the Dunbar community: FGCU President Wilson Bradshaw, Lee donate $5 of each fare to the Harry season to support the local community Memorial Health System President Jim Nathan, and The News-Press Media Group Chapin Food Bank through its Drive and children.” Publisher Mei-Mei Chan. Hunger out of Southwest Florida pro- To purchase a Delicious Dining Co-chairs Cia Sherman and Marie Accord, together with title sponsor Ted Sottong, motion. MBA Airport Transportation, Discount book, contact Gateway to the president of Studio+ Architecture, reported that the event was the most successful fun- LLC is the taxi concessionaire for the Islands Kiwanis Club at 415-3100 or draiser in the history of Quality Life Center and that it raised over $45,000 to benefit Southwest Florida International Airport. [email protected]. Books children and families. Gold sponsors were Florida Gulf Coast University, Lee County MBA Airport Transportation, LLC may also be purchased on line by clicking Sheriff’s Department, and The News-Press Media Group. is a DBE joint venture whose partner on the dining icon at www.kiwanisgtti. Other major sponsors included We Can’t Have That Foundation, Children’s members are John J. Poelker, Jr., Mary com. The website also lists the 56 partici- Network, Lee Memorial Health System, FineMark National Bank & Trust, Scott Poelker, and Judith Griffin. Poelker was pating restaurants. Fischer Enterprises, Hodges University, Lee Pitts Live, Entech, Carrabba’s Italian Grill a personal friend of Harry Chapin and Kiwanis is a global service organiza- and Christine Rahmings. is also a co-founder of the Harry Chapin tion of volunteers dedicated to changing “We were thrilled with the results and the opportunity to come together with all Food Bank of Southwest Florida, serving the world one child and one community of our community partners who passionately support our mission,” said Quality Life as the president of the board of directors at a time. The club is looking for more Center’s executive director, Abdul’Haq Muhammed. “We deeply appreciate all of our from 1989 through 1995. service-minded individuals and business MBA believes that by bringing aware- professionals who would like to make a ness to visitors and residents alike direct impact on the community through volunteering. Call 415-3100 for more Harry and Mary hopefully it can be part of the larger cooperative effort to overcome hunger information about club meetings, held Mom And Me Dear Harry and Mary, every Tuesday. Professionally done manicures and in Southwest Florida. Harry Chapin was pedicures now seem to be a necessity quoted as saying, “To know is to care; to for many of the boomer generation, and care is to act; to act is to make a differ- even for some of their 10-year-old-daugh- ence.” From page 1 ters. These procedures do not come Signs at Southwest Florida Airport cheap and I am amazed to see how many will direct you to the taxi booth, where Rotary Club Gala women and young girls line up outside passengers are greeted by professionally oldest Rotary Club with over 180 mem- these special salons waiting to get in on a attired staff and receive a complimentary bers. Rotary is an organization of busi- Saturday. newspaper and bottle of water. ness and professional leaders united That being said, when you give a gift For more information contact Michelle worldwide who provide humanitarian ser- of money it belongs to the recipients and Byrne at 482-2777. vice, encourage high ethical standards in rarely comes with a manual of special all vocations, and help build goodwill and instructions as to how the money is to be peace in the world. by Lizzie and Pryce spent. The Rotary Club of Fort Myers has You may not approve of their choice, izzie and Pryce answer your ques- been the most influential service orga- but this is just a perfect example of the Restaurants Pass nization in Southwest Florida and the tions and give advice about aging many differences between the generations Lconcerns from a two-generational Lizzie On Savings, Assist members have been responsible for a perspective. A mother and daughter Dear Harry and Mary, variety of projects that have been vital to team, Lizzie is a retired RN and health I am sorry you feel the money gift you Children’s Charity the area. educator, and Pryce is a licensed psy- gave is being squandered. However, how Projects include: chotherapist in private practice who the gift is spent is not about you, it is he Kiwanis Club of Fort Myers • The extension of I-75 through specializes in the care of elders and about the receiver – your daughter – and Gateway to the Islands has Southwest Florida much earlier than the people with chronic illnesses. what she wants to do with the money. Trecruited 56 restaurants in Lee original scheduled completion date of Dear Mom & Me, Manicures and pedicures fall into the County to offer BOGO (buy one, get 2006 This past Christmas, we decided to same category as day spas, massages, one) dining discounts that are on sale • The bike paths and royal palms give our daughter and our daughter-in- facials and eyebrow plucking. All of these now for twenty dollars. Discounts are along McGregor Boulevard law money for their Christmas presents. services pamper and make one feel spe- valid off-season from April 15 through • Initial funding for Edison Community We seemed to be unable to choose the cial. I believe that it is a great gift to give November 15, with all the profits from College and the nursing program right size or color for gifts in the past, so any loved one. the book going to help local children • $384,000 funding to date for The we thought it a very good idea to give Pryce and the local community. Children’s Hospital money. Lizzie and Pryce’s e-mail address is A few of the restaurants featured in • Spearheading the effort to keep the A month later, to our horror, we found [email protected]. the Delicious Dining Discounts book Boston Red Sox in Lee County. they spent our hard-earned cash for include La Fontanella, Molino’s, Azucar, Tickets for gala are $50 per person manicures and pedicures. Paradise Pizza, Ballorney, Bratta’s, Il and include dinner, followed by enter- We think that this is disgusting and a Pomodoro, Sunshine Grille, Charley’s tainment featuring Alter Ego. Many total waste, when the money could have Boat House Grill, Doc Ford’s Rum Bar community leaders will in attendance to been spent in a far better way. What is & Grill, Nauti Turtle, Nervous Nellie’s, recognize the occasion. This is a black tie your opinion? Parrot Key, Bianca’s and Firehouse affair. Call 332-8158 for tickets. THE RIVER - APRIL 13, 2012 29 deaRPharmacist seeds, not nuts. If you’re highly allergic to poison ivy, stay away from these Letter Carrier Minimizing Allergies To Nuts And Fruits guys. Even the “raw cashews” you see at by Suzy Cohen, RPh IgE antibodies in order to evaluate cross- health food stores are not truly raw. You Comes To Aid Of sensitivities. Among tree nuts, there is a simply cannot eat a raw cashew; it must ear strong cross reaction between walnuts, be separated from it’s double-shell. In a Elderly Resident Pharmacist: pecans and hazelnuts. So, none of those pain-staking process, it’s steamed and/ etter Carrier Melanie Pierce was I had such D for you. There’s a moderate cross reac- or boiled. but the outer shell contains uru- delivering mail in the 3600 block a bad reaction to eat- tion with these: pistachio, almonds, shiol, a toxic resin that sparks the familiar of SE 12th Avenue in Cape Coral ing hazelnuts that I L hazelnuts, cashews and Brazil nuts. Of skin rash after exposure to poison ivy, on Monday, April 2 when she heard required a shot, and the bunch, cashews and pistachios are oak and sumac. If you have a severe a faint cry for help. Pierce found an some steroids. I don’t pretty tightly correlated, so if you’re aller- allergy to poison ivy, raw cashews should elderly resident in the bushes who had eat much nuts, some- gic to one, definitely stay away from the probably not be consumed. Otherwise, fallen and was in need of assistance. times cashews. Do other. I’d avoid the bunch, honestly, and eat one for me! She called 911 and remained until you think I’m allergic consider a blood test to determine food This information is not intended emergency responders arrived. to all nuts? allergies. to treat, cure or diagnose your condi- Pierce is a dedicated letter carrier who C.J., Coral Springs One more warning, about my favor- tion. Suzy Cohen is the author of The well represents the service provided by You should avoid other nuts, too. I’ll ite “nut” which I hardly ever eat but still 24-Hour Pharmacist and is a registered the United States Postal Service employ- tell you which in a minute. Luckily, you fantasize about. Cashews, they are really pharmacist. To contact her, visit www. ees. didn’t have full-blown anaphylaxis which dearpharmacist.com. occurs in about one-third of all tree nut ingestions, especially with peanuts, which Eyelid Surgery Center by the way are actually legumes. It shocks Fort Myers Offi ce me that airlines still serve peanuts to pas- 239.481.9995 sengers – hundreds of people at a time – when there is such an incredibly high sensitivity rate. We are conveniently The allergic response is triggered by located on the corner of the proteins found in the nuts, which do Summerlin and Winkler. not break down with heat, meaning you can’t cook them out. Nuts are often “hid- den,” too, so they may only get honor- Over 65? able mention in popular foods such as cookies, protein bars, cakes, cereals, nut Think eyelid surgery is not aff ordable? spreads, praline and other desserts. Also, Medicare STILL pays! if the label says, “This product was manu- Plastic & Reconstructive Eyelid Quiz factured in a facility that also uses nuts...” Eyelid Surgery – that’s your cue to put the product back Can you see your eyelids? because there are traces of nut proteins that may have blown around the facility Do you have to raise your eyebrows to see more clearly? and made it into your particular food dur- Have you hit your head on a cabinet door while open? ing handling or manufacturing. 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www.EyelidsOnly.com 30 THE RIVER - APRIL 13, 2012 Dr. Dave “For a good time, call Rolex.” calligraphy as we wrote our names in the book the Doctor is In(sane), available at But now, companies looking for an snow, (show-offs included their middle Sanibel Island Bookshop. Contact Dr. Prostate Problems advertising edge have waddled into the name and dotted the “i”s.) is no longer. Dave or read more at www.wisequacks. widdle world and are advertising their by Dr. Dave The AK-47 is now a toy squirt gun, liter- org. wares directly into the eye line of inno- Hepburn ally. The prostate has narrowed the pas- cent men. In place of that lovely deodor- sageway to the point that the stream is have hov- izing patty that sits in the urinal, (the one slow, weak, unreliable and has to be used ered over and we used to call the principle’s breath more frequently i.e., in what once was Income Tax I sashayed up to mint) are actual ads, like the one I saw the still of the night. many a urinal over recently in a urinal at a hockey rink in There are several procedure and Procrastinators the years. I used to Fort Myers. medication treatment options that can clean them when “YOU’RE MISSING THE ACTION” help alleviate these lower urinary tract And Late Mailing I was a teenager read the ad, followed by “(If you’ve been symptoms (LUTS). We once had high working at Mohawk here twice during the game, call Florida hopes for saw palmetto, but that petered ncome Tax Night comes once a year Trailer Park in New Urology at... )” out. One that works surprisingly well is without fail. The U.S. Postal Service Brunswick. I was so impressed by this entre- the ED (erectile dysfunction) drug Cialis. Idelivers your tax dollars – it doesn’t “David,” the owner admonished, “by prenurial signage that I took a picture Turns out that Cialis also tunes in to spend them. Income tax procrastinators cleaning these every day, you will appre- of that ad, but “absolutely nothing or the prostate and turns on the tap prop- need to be aware that there will be limited ciate the work required to keep them nobody else,” as I explained to the secu- erly. No more LUTS for your urinary availability for mailing those last-minute clean and you will not end up being one rity officer. clutz. You can start hitting urinals again. tax forms on Income Tax Day, which this of these guys who doesn’t care if he hits So why do men miss a urinal that is Furthermore, taken in a tiny daily dose, year falls on Tuesday, April 17. or misses in here.” directly in front of them and as wide as a Cialis is a remarkable little multi-tasker, Post Offices in Lee and Collier coun- I would like to say he was right and so 12-man hot tub, which apparently they with very few if any side effects. ties will not have extended hours of I will, given that I am the sole contribu- never seem to miss? And why would they Cialis treats ED, alleviates LUTS, low- operation. Those individuals who wish to tor to this column and I can write what I have to visit a urinal twice during a hock- ers blood pressure, helps Raynaud’s dis- send their income tax forms late that day want and nobody will ever check. ey game? And why didn’t I pick Jamie ease and possibly even helps jet lag. All must take their pre-stamped envelopes to Now sometimes a urinal is just a pretty Benn in my office hockey pool? via it’s positive effect on our arterial nitric the Fort Myers Processing & Distribution piece of perched porcelain pottery; at Well, the answer to all of these is one oxide (NO), a gaseous wee molecule that Center, 14080 Jetport Loop Road in other times, it’s an art gallery where pid- word: prostate. (I had to get up to use relaxes arteries allowing all of these good Fort Myers. The outside blue collection dling Picassos attempt to demonstrate the urinal when Benn’s name came up in things to happen. We are discovering that boxes at that location will have a last their skills, some with surprising accuracy the draft.) As we age, our hair and bones this natural relaxant is actually quite vital pickup at midnight. in their anatomical if not political correct- get thinner, our arteries and waistlines get to our good vascular health. So just say For information on postal locations ness. But it is the poets I enjoy the most. thicker, some things shrink, some things no to missing the urinal, and start writ- and hours for your zip code visit usps. Pearls of wisdom left to distract us from enlarge, some things have to be replaced ing in the snow like the young, immature com or call 1-800-ASK-USPS. the task at hand (in hand). and some things just fall off altogether. man that is still deep within you. Stop Self Service Shipping and Mailing “We aim to please so you aim too, Prostates get larger as we get older. getting up during the night, or more Centers are located at Page Field Post please.” They get grumpy, swell up and strangle importantly during the playoffs, especially Office in Fort Myers; Cape Coral Central “In case of nuclear attack hide in here. the outlet from our bladder. What once when Benn is playing. Post Office in Cape Coral; Estero Post Apparently it hasn’t been hit yet.” was a lovely, wide conduit for performing Like the column? You’ll LOVE the Office, Bonita Springs Post Office, Coco River Post Office and Naples Main Post Office in Naples. Addresses for these locations can be obtained from www. 3,400 hospice and palliative care provid- usps.com or by calling 1-800-275- ers. 8777. Self Service Shipping and Mailing Beckwith is a founding member of the Centers sell postage and offer Certified NHF’s Board Of Directors And Executive Mail service for your tax night needs. Committee, serving in numerous leader- Payment can be made with a debit or ship roles since 1994. credit card; no cash sales. NHF Executive Director John Priority or Express Mail postage labels Mastrojohn said, “We are delighted to can be printed from usps.com using the have Samira serving as our board chair. Click-N-Ship program. She is an experienced and nationally respected leader who is strongly commit- ted to our vision of a world where indi- viduals and families facing serious illness Indispensable and grief will experience the best that humankind can offer.” Share your community Founded in 1992, the NHF is head- Advice from Dr. Dave quartered in Alexandria, Virginia. news with us. Call 415-7732, Fax: 415-7702 To advertise in or email Samira K. Beckwith The River Weekly News [email protected] Chair Of National Call 415-7732 Foundation Board Named ope HealthCare Services President and CEO Samira K. HBeckwith has been named chair CATS & DOGS of the National Hospice Foundation Get your copy of Dr. Dave’s Book (NHF) Board of Trustees. at Sanibel Island Books and Gifts, In partnership with the National 1571 Periwinkle Way Hospice and Palliative Care Organization, the NHF works to improve care at the 472-5223 end of life for people throughout the United States, in support of more than THE RIVER - APRIL 13, 2012 31 nected, is essential to everyone’s good health and wellness no matter your age, and many times caregivers often neglect their own needs as they become consumed with caregiving duties.” The event will take place at the Senior Friendship Centers, located at 5272 Summerlin Commons Way, Suite 601 in Fort Myers. This event is free and open to the public. Space is limited, so RSVP’s are required. To reserve your spot, call 275- 1881 ext. 220 or ask for Lisa Gates. The Alzheimer’s Association is the world’s leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer care, support and research. Their mission is to eliminate Alzheimer’s disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and sup- port for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health. Their vision is a world without Alzheimer’s. For more information, visit www.alz.org. Alzheimer’s Association Memory Mobile causes making a valuable impact in Shell Point Partners With Local The League Club Collier and Lee counties. “We are grateful to The League Club Agencies To Offer Tips & Tea Named Monthly for their support of Eden and many other hell Point Retirement Community is partnering with the Alzheimer’s non-profit agencies. The League Club Association – Florida Gulf Coast Chapter and Senior Friendship Centers to Autism Advocate strengthens our community and raises Shost Tips & Tea, a special event for family caregivers on Saturday, April 21 den Autism Services Florida has the quality of life for residents in Collier from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Family caregivers are welcome to attend and enjoy an recognized The League Club as and Lee counties,” said Susan Suarez, afternoon focused on education, relaxation and community resources to help offer a Erecipients of the Autism Advocate Director of Eden Autism Services Florida break from the normal routine of caregiving. of the Month award. The award recog- operations. “They have helped Eden Attendees at this event will learn more about community resources available to nizes people or organizations who are through numerous grants that support them, including the Senior Friendship Centers adult day program; Shell Point’s assisted advocates for autism by increasing aware- our children in academic and recreational living, memory care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation services; and the many resources ness, raising funds or providing leadership settings. We are indebted to the League available through the Alzheimer’s Association. in support of autism. Club for their ongoing commitment to Activities will include the Alzheimer’s Association Memory Mobile offering free The League Club, Inc. is a 501(c) help individuals with autism.” memory screenings from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m, helpful community resource information, (3) organization of women in Southwest Eden’s Advocate of the Month tours of the Senior Friendship Centers Adult day center, refreshments provided by Florida strengthening communities receives a certificate of appreciation and Shell Point and door prizes. through fellowship, education, volun- will be invited to an annual reception. Emily Reese, Program Specialist for the Alzheimer’s Association – Florida Gulf teerism and philanthropy. The club is To nominate an advocate for autism Coast Chapter, will offer presentations at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. providing helpful tips for open to women who have been or still who exemplifies Action in Autism, sub- caregivers regarding stress. are active members of a Junior League mit your nomination including person’s “The Tips & Tea event will give Lee County’s aging population and caregivers a that is a member of the Association name, contact information and a 50 great opportunity to learn about the myriad of services available to assist them, while of Junior Leagues International. Since word summary of why he or she should also enjoying an afternoon of educational and social activities,” said McKenzie Millis, 1986, The League Club has distributed be selected to Taire.Malloy@edenautism. Assisted Living Healthcare Marketing Specialist. “Social support, and staying con- more than $2,300,000 to non-profit org or call 992-4680 ext. 5014. Participation Needed For Free Diabetes Free Car Safety Letter Carrier Food Drive Education Event Seat Inspection etter carriers in Lee and Collier counties need volunteers to carry out a success- ee Memorial Health System, a he Children’s Hospital of ful Stamp Out Hunger food drive on Saturday, May 12. This is the nation’s participant in the 21st Century Southwest Florida and Kohl’s Kids Llargest single-day drive to help needy families fight hunger in America. As the LCollaboration Health Services TSafety Program will be provid- economy has spiraled downward, millions and millions of families are suffering – Committee, is sponsoring a free informa- ing free car seat safety inspections on struggling to make ends meet and put food on the table. With the increased need for tion seminar on diabetes education on Saturday, April 14 from 9 a.m. to noon food and related supplies in the two counties, the Stamp Out Hunger food drive is Saturday, April 28 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the LaBelle Health Department, especially important. at the Quality Life Center/ Cornerstone 1140 Pratt Blvd. in LaBelle. Helping Stamp Out Hunger is as easy as checking your mailbox. Just leave a bag Ministries, 3210 Dr. Martin Luther King, Research shows that an estimated of non-perishable food where your letter carrier normally delivers your mail. Your letter Jr. Blvd. in Fort Myers. 30 percent of children still continue to carrier or volunteer will then pick up and deliver the food to a local food bank. This is The focus of this free community event ride unrestrained and 80 percent of all the one day when letter carriers collect the food. Food collected in Lee County goes is diabetes education and attendees will car seats are used incorrectly. More than to the Harry Chapin Food Bank and several other food banks; in Collier County, food be able to receive a free glucose test. In 1,700 children have been saved since goes to Collier Harvest. All food collected in food drives is distributed to participating addition, Harry Chapin Food Bank will 1996 just because they were riding in a agencies at no cost. be distributing groceries for the first 300 properly fitted car seat and in the back Food banks are notoriously empty during summer months, having exhausted the households who register. Bring reusable seat. supply of donations received from other food drives. Summer donations are even more shopping bags or a box to carry the food. Education and information to improve critical since many children in need no longer have the benefits of their school breakfast Dr. Sal Lacagnina, vice president of these numbers is of critical need in our and lunch programs. Food banks literally circle the second Saturday in May on their Health and Wellness as well as certified community. According to Safe Kids and calendars, knowing that carriers will again fill their shelves – shelves that, by then, will diabetes educators from Lee Diabetes the National Highway Traffic Safety be depleted of holiday-time donations. The national drive began with a pilot program in Care, will be on hand to discuss: Administration, a correctly used safety 1991. • How to avoid the disease and stay seat reduces fatality risk by 71 percent Individuals who won’t be able to participate on May 12 may drop off their contribu- healthy with diet and exercise and serious injury risk by 67 percent. tions at any Post Office; the items will be saved and added to the May 12 contributions. • What foods help you manage your Car seats will be available at a reduced Businesses can set up collection boxes for employees and customers who may not be diabetes price if your car seat is part of a recall, able to leave food by their mailboxes on May 12. Monetary donations payable to Harry • How to avoid “sugar crash” – impor- out dated or not the appropriate car seat Chapin Food Bank are welcomed prior to and on the day of the food drive. tant for your safety and others as you drive for the child. Virtually any kind of non-perishable food may be donated in unopened, non-break- and go about your daily activities Bilingual fitting technicians will be able containers. Items especially in need are peanut butter, tuna, rice, beans, canned • Physician referrals for care as needed available. Appointments are strongly meats, fruits, vegetables, boxed cereals and soups. For more information, call 334-2797. encouraged and may be made by calling Volunteers are needed to assist letter carriers with their pickups on May 12. Contact 343-5224 for a time that’s convenient Debi Mitchell in Lee County at 573-9638, or Jesse Costin in Collier County at 643- for you. 4716. Volunteers are needed to assist with preliminary food sorting on May 12. Send your Contact Bedzaida Bryen at the Harry Chapin Food Bank in Lee County at 334-7007; editorial copy to: Collier Harvest at 455-3663; or Kim Berghs at the United Way at 433-2000 ext. 260. [email protected] 32 THE RIVER - APRIL 13,DID 2012 YOU KNOW TRIVIA TEST SPORTS QUIZ 1. FAMOUS QUOTATIONS: Who once said, “He who laughs last has not yet heard 1. In 2011, Minnesota’s Francisco Liriano became the fifth pitcher from the Dominican Republic to the bad news”? toss a no-hitter. Name three of the other four who did it. 2. MONEY: What is the basic unit of currency in India? 2. Alex Rodriguez holds the record for most home runs by a third baseman for a season (52). Which 3. LANGUAGE: What does the Latin term “gratis” mean? two players tied for the second-highest mark? 3. Tom Landry was the first head coach of the Dallas Cowboys and stayed in that position for 29 4. MEASUREMENTS: A year must be divisible by what number to be a leap year? years. How many head coaches has Dallas had since? 5. GOVERNMENT: Who was the first black female U.S. senator? 4. Entering the 2011-12 season, how many times had the Marquette men’s basketball team been in 6. EXPLORERS: Who was the first European explorer to see the eastern part of the the Final Four? Pacific Ocean (1513), after crossing the Isthmus of Panama? 5. In 2009, the Chicago Blackhawks matched the biggest comeback in NHL history, rallying from a 7. ANCIENT WORLD: What were the common people of ancient Rome called? 5-0 deficit to beat Calgary, 6-5. What other team had a similar comeback? 8. GEOGRAPHY: What is the capital of Lithuania? 6. Who was the first coach to win three Major League Soccer titles? 9. SCIENCE: What is the name of the historical period in which dinosaurs lived? 7. Name two of the last three opponents in heavyweight boxer Vitali Klitschko’s WBC title defenses.

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those heavy responsibilities you took on. slight lisp that characterized his acting. PUZZLE ANSWERS ★★★★ Use this freed-up time to enjoy some much- • On April 18, 1983, Joan Benoit wins My Stars deserved fun with people close to you. her second Boston Marathon in the women?s FOR WEEK OF APRIL 16, 2012 PISCES division with a time of 2:22:43. The inau- ARIES (February 19 to March 20) (March 21 to April 19) The Before you get swept away by a tidal wave gural Boston Marathon was run on Apr. 19, Lamb loves to be surrounded by flocks of conflicting priorities, take time to come up 1897, and was a men-only event until 1972, of admirers. But be careful that someone for air, and reassess the situation. You might when women were officially allowed to doesn’t take his or her admiration too far. be surprised by what you’ll find. compete. Use your persuasive skills to let him or her BORN THIS WEEK: Your leadership down easily. TAURUS qualities are enhanced by a practical sense STRANGE BUT TRUE (April 20 to May 20) This is a of purpose that keeps you focused on your good time to begin setting far-reaching goals goals. • It was Scottish author and historian and connecting with new contacts. Aspects Thomas Carlyle who made the following also favor strengthening old relationships -- THIS WEEK IN HISTORY sage observation: “The greatest of faults is to personal and/or professional. be conscious of none.” GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) A per- • On April 20, 1841, Edgar Allen • If you’re planning to travel to sonal disappointment should be viewed as a Poe’s short story, “The Murders in the Rue Washington state with nefarious plans, here’s valuable learning experience. Go over what Morgue,” first appears in Graham’s Lady’s an interesting law to keep in mind: Any went wrong and see where a change in tactics and Gentleman’s Magazine. It is generally motorist with criminal intent is required to might have led to a more positive outcome. stop before entering a town and inform the CANCER considered to be the first detective story. Like (June 21 to July 22) Don’t the later Sherlock Holmes stories, the tale is chief of police of his or her presence. leave projects unfinished or personal obliga- narrated by the detective’s roommate. • Are you more afraid of lightning or tions unresolved, or you might find yourself • On April 22, 1889, at precisely high sharks? If you look at the numbers, it makes tripping over all those loose ends later on. A noon, thousands of would-be settlers make a more sense to fear lightning; more than three relative has important news. times as many people die from lightning LEO mad dash into the newly opened Oklahoma (July 23 to August 22) Expect a Territory to claim cheap land. All told, from strikes than do so in shark attacks. challenge to the usual way you do things. 50,000 to 60,000 settlers entered the terri- • The acids in your digestive system are Although you might prefer the tried-and-true, tory that day. Towns like Norman, Oklahoma so corrosive that your stomach must produce once you take a good look at this new idea, City, Kingfisher and Guthrie sprang into an entirely new lining every three days. you might feel more receptive to it. • As the Black Plague was sweep- VIRGO being almost overnight. (August 23 to September 22) • On April 21, 1918, in the skies over ing Europe during the Middle Ages, some Much work has yet to be done to polish a France, Manfred von Richthofen, the notori- people, for reasons surpassing understanding, still-rough idea into something with signifi- ous German flying ace known as “The Red believed that plague victims could cure them- cant potential. Expect to encounter some ini- Baron” with 80 victories under his belt, is selves by smelling human waste. tial rejection, but stay with it nonetheless. • It was in 1893 that the zipper was LIBRA killed by Allied fire. He was 25 years old. (September 23 to October 22) • On April 17, 1937, Daffy Duck makes invented, and it was originally intended to be There still might be some communication his debut in the Warner Bros. short “Porky’s used in shoes. problems in the workplace, but they should Duck Hunt.” In the 1920s, movie houses had • If you’re familiar with the Disney film be resolved soon. Meanwhile, that “tip” from started showing a short cartoon before feature “Cinderella,” you might be surprised to a friend should be checked out. learn some details about the Grimm broth- SCORPIO presentations, but the form became more (October 23 to November popular after sound was introduced in 1928. ers’ version of the folktale. In their story, 21) A new relationship appears to need more • On April 16, 1947, in Texas City’s port Cinderella’s wicked stepsisters are so desper- from you than you might be willing to give on Galveston Bay, a fire aboard the French ate to marry the prince that they mutilate right now. Best advice: Resist making prom- freighter Grandcamp ignites ammonium their feet in order to try to make them fit in ises you might not be able to keep. the slipper (which, in the Grimm version, is SAGITTARIUS nitrate, causing a massive blast that destroys (November 22 to much of the city and takes nearly 600 lives. made of gold, not glass). Also, at the wed- December 21) That restless feeling encour- The fire department tried to douse the flames, ding of Cinderella and her prince, the stepsis- ages you to gallop off into a new venture. but the ship was so hot that the water from ters’ eyes are plucked out by pigeons. But remember to keep hold of the reins so their fire hoses was instantly vaporized. you can switch paths when necessary. CAPRICORN • On April 19, 1957, the Brattle Theater THOUGHT FOR THE DAY (December 22 to January in Cambridge, Mass., presents its first show- 19) A demanding work schedule keeps the ing of “Casablanca,” introducing a new gen- “The tax which will be paid for education high-spirited Goat from kicking up his or her eration to Humphrey Bogart, who had died is not more than the thousandth part of what heels. But playtime beckons by the week’s months earlier. Bogart had been wounded will be paid to kings, priests, and nobles who end. Have fun. You earned it. will rise up among us if we leave the people AQUARIUS aboard a Navy ship during World War 1. His (January 20 to February upper lip was scarred and partially paralyzed, to ignorance.” -- Thomas Jefferson 18) You’re beginning to come out from under giving him the tough-guy poker face and THE RIVER - APRIL 13, 2012 33 frank. When Blanche DuBois (Claire American Classic Brownell) comes to visit her sister Stella Kowalski (Gwen Ellis) and her husband At Gulfshore Stanley (Adam McNulty), tension mounts as the verbal sparring takes place. Two Playhouse of her lines resonate with me, “Deliberate by Di Saggau cruelty is unforgivable and the one thing of which I have never, ever been guilty ennessee Williams’ classic play A of.” The other, “I have survived on the Streetcar Named Desire is now kindness of strangers,” could serve as a Tshoing at Gulfshore Playhouse in mantra for many. Naples. If you’ve only seen the 1951 Brownell is oustanding as the fragile, film version with Marlon Brando, Vivien fading southern belle. She fumes as she Leigh and Kim Hunter, this produc- insists it isn’t her fault that the old family tion might surprise. As director Kristen estate has been lost. She oozes south- Koury says, “The one drawback about ern charm on every man she meets. It live theater is that you can’t preserve it doesn’t work on Stanley. McNulty plays and take it out and share it with people, Stanley, brimming with raw masculine like a photo album of days gone by. It energy, which is exactly what the script is here, it lives, and then it is gone.” requires. His Hey Stella scene delivers Gulfshore’s production will stay with you the intended emotional impact without for a long time. going overboard. As you walk into the theater you Ellis plays the docile Stella with love, are met with a set in muted shades strength and naivete. Jed Aicher plays that embodies a ground floor flat in the Mitch with both sensitivity and coward- French Quarter, New Orleans 1947. ice. The relationship between Mitch and Wrought iron stairs, vintage rattan fur- Blanche fleshes out Blanche’s past and niture, iron frame beds and toe-tapping the characters that haunt her. Also in the Preservation Hall Jazz playing that makes cast are Jessica Lefkow, Ken Forman, you almost see the parade passing by. Ruben Ortiz, Mark Della Ventura and Of course, the real music here is by the James Heffernan. way of Williams’ language. For example, This smartly honed show lays bare Blanche saying, “I don’t want realism. I our tragic flaws, both as individuals and Claire Brownell stars as Blanche DuBois want magic. Yes, yes, magic. I try to give as a people; our impatience with vulner- sive, reaching a volcanic climax that A Streetcar Named Desire plays that to people. I do misrepresent things. ability, our belief that things will be fine if still leaves you breathless, even though through April 22 at Gulfshore Playhouse, I don’t tell truths. I tell what ought to be only we can go back to a better time or most folks know how this famous story 755 8th Avenue South, in the Norris truth.” get rid of those people who are keeping ends. One thing for sure, it reminds us Center, Naples. For tickets call 866-811- Tennessee Williams understood south- us from our true destiny. Streetcar is a what a remarkable playwright Tennessee 4111. ern women and he could be brutally dark, unsettling play, but it’s very impres- Williams was.

Meet The Pazinskis At The Herb Strauss Theater by Di Saggau n opening night, sold out crowd gave a standing ovation to the Acast of Over The Tavern at the BIG ARTS Herb Strauss Theater. Talk about a charming family comedy, this is just what the doctor ordered. Set in Buffalo, New York in 1959, the play introduces us to the Pazinkis who live in an apartment above Chet’s Bar & Grill. Chet (Thomas Mothershed) is Dad, Thomas Mothershed, Jenny Smith, Jake Mann, Angelina Torre, a physically and psychologically wounded Justen Montgomery, Nancy Antonio and Tommy Short man who leaves work in a bad mood, photo by Nick Adams Photography yelling at his kids and long suffering wife. wondering why his family isn’t having young woman. He has good intentions but can’t ever any. His talks with Jesus are priceless. Georgie, the seem to remember to bring the dinner Rather than learn his catechism he pre- mentally-challenged home. fers to run home to amuse little brother youngster is precious Tommy Short and Nancy Antonio Mom (Jenny Smith) is the glue that Georgie with his impressions of Ed as he flies about the photo by Nick Adams Photography holds the family together. She moves Sullivan. apartment in his kitchen table with turquoise vinyl padded from all-knowing matriarch to battle-hard- What makes this play work is the Superman cape and shouts out a new chairs. ened partner to sweet, protective nurturer humanity of the characters playwright swear word he learned. One of the great joys of Over The without missing a beat. At one point, out Tom Dudzick creates. Rudy is routinely The cast does an excellent job bring- Tavern is that as you laugh out loud, you of desperation concerning her precocious held after class by Sister Clarissa (Nancy ing to life the complicated relationships will be nodding your head in recognition. son Rudy, she says “Will the Jesuits take Antonio), who carries a clicker and a stur- of the family. It’s especially difficult when Tickets to this one will be going fast, so him?” My favorite line in the play. dy wooden ruler for discipline. We soon a show has young actors in critical roles order yours soon by calling 472-6962, Their four children are Eddie (Justen discover there’s much more to her when with lots of dialogue. In this case, they are 395-0900, log on to www.BIGARTS.org Montgomery), Annie (Angelina Torre), she reveals a secret that helps us see our all up to the challenge. or stop by the Marks Box Office at 2200 Georgie (Jake Mann) and the hero of the flawed patriarch in a more sympathetic Director Marc Tumminelli does a fine Periwinkle Way. tale, 12-year-old Rudy (Tommy Short). light. job keeping things moving in this nos- Over The Tavern plays through He’s an energetic, bright but unfocused Eddie and Annie are wrestling with talgic comedy. The set by William Davis April 21 at the Herb Strauss Theater on kid who is beginning to question the teen problems. Eddie tries to smuggle covers the entire stage and brings back Sanibel. Roman Catholic Church. Rudy believes copies of Playboy into his room and memories, with its avocado green stove, God put us on earth to have fun and he’s Annie is confused about becoming a oval braided rug and formica and steel 34 THE RIVER - APRIL 13, 2012

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SR 10/3 B TFN $100k a year agency building opportunity. 998 22’ DECK BOAT Attention Insurance Agents - Prequalifi ed 2002 MERC OB SANIBEL Newly renovated retail center with high visibility leads to market insurance to the senior HOUSE CARE NO TRAILER $350 $125 market. $100k a year opportunity. Call: 513-236-1957 or 239-472-2810 on Periwinkle toward While you are away by Lighthouse beach. NS 4/13 CC 4/13 Call John at 203-763-9534. retired architect, Sanibel resident. ☼NR 3/30 CC 4/20 ☼ Great business opportunity. Call 395-1649. $1,299,000 ☼RS 4/6 NC 4/27 ☼RS 11/12 NC TFN AUTO FOR SALE COMMERCIAL SPACE Isabella Rasi PART TIME CLERK/TYPIST PROFESSIONAL FOR SALE 1975 MB 450-SL CHARMING 1920s COTTAGE (239) 246-4716 At The Sanibel School CLEANING SERVICES Perfect store, offi ce, restaurant, gallery, Email Tolls paid. Residential • Commercial located within walking distance of [email protected] Call Maureen at 472-1617. Interior Windows • Carpet Cleaning trendy River District. Ample Parking. ☼RS 4/6 NC 4/13 Jennifer Watson 239-898-1194. 239-810-6293 $1,200 per month plus utilities SR 11/13 N TFN ☼RR 4/13 CC 4/13

HELP WANTED ☼RS 4/13 NC 5/4 Part-time year round help needed in MUSIC INSTRUCTIONS Excellent condition, everything original Laundry. Must be able to lift 30 + lbs. In piano, saxophone, fl ute. except new top & tires. 58,000 miles, Apply in person at On Sanibel/Captiva or South Fort Myers. separate hard top, garage kept. $14,500. 2341 Palm Ridge Road, Sanibel, FL Qualifi ed, experienced teacher. Call 472-3410. Call 239-989-7799 ☼RS 4/13 CC 4/13 ☼RR 4/6 NC 4/13 ☼RR 10/8 CC TFN THE RIVER - APRIL 13, 2012 37 ★ ★ Classifieds ★ Classifieds ★ ★ REAL ESTATE REAL ESTATE VACATION RENTAL ANNUAL RENTAL SANIBEL’S PERIWINKLE PARK NEAR BEACH PRIVATE HOME DAVIS COURT SCAN CODE 28’ mobile home with 20’x10’ lanai. On quiet 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH 2 bed/2 bath top fl oor condo for rent. street. Renovated bath, all appliances in good 3 bedroom, 2 bath Home with heated pool, Minutes to Sanibel, condition. Plenty of storage. Tropical garden in in quiet Sanibel neighborhood. Seasonal $795/month plus utilities. Available April 1. CAUTION backyard. Owner has clear title. Motivated to and monthly rentals. 239-472-0692 or First and security required. sell - $21,000. Unit 159. Call 727-207-5787 www.4sanibel.com. Call Chris at 851-3506. RR 4/13 CC 4/20 RS 10/14 CC TFN ☼ ☼ ☼RS 4/6 NC 4/27

AFFORDABLE LIVING ON MARINER POINTE TOWNHOUSE GARAGE • BEAUTIFUL SANIBEL ISLAND! Unfurnished-ground level; 2 BR 2-1/2 BA; Periwinkle Park-Original 35Z Prowler Regal, The River 2 encl porches; Bay/Canal views; fi shing MOVING • YARD central air conditioning/heating (2011) and pier; Lease includes Cable TV, water, pest electric hot water. 9.5’ wide by 35’ addition control, refuse collection. Boat dock lease SALES EMAIL: available. No pets. 239-395-1786 w/ bedroom, 7’ clothes closet, living/dining RR 4/13 CC 4/20 area. Also, offi ce/computer room, a dinette ☼ FOR A FREE LIST area, family/TV room. Fully furnished OF ALL w/professional window treatments and new [email protected] GARAGE SALE screens. Outside lighting. Lot rent is RE/MAX OF THE ISLANDS Neat clean stuff ISLAND PROPERTIES $6,500/year including water and sewer. Putting owners and Saturday April 14-2012 Secure your place in paradise today! tenants together 10:00 am to 3:00 pm FOR SALE Only $62,000. 239-395-2630 Call Dustyn Corace 9007 Mockingbird Drive LIGHTHOUSE REALTY www.remax-oftheislands.com Sanibel, The Dunes RR 4/6 CC 4/13 VISIT ☼ Paul J. Morris, Broker 239-472-2311 ☼NR 4/13 CC 4/13 www.FreeSanibelList.com VACATION RENTALS ☼NS 3/30 BM TFN PROPERTY MANAGEMENT & SALES Pfeifer Realty Group 359 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island Sanibel Island, FL OPEN HOUSE BY OWNER YARD SALE $36,900 239-579-0511 Punta Rassa, just off Sanibel, next to Fri 4/13 and Sat 4/14, 9am - 2pm ☼RR 3/23 CC 4/13 causeway. Gorgeous bayview, updated, 1429 Jamaica Dr, Sanibel 239-472-0004 Saturday April 14, 1 to 4 p.m. 2 bedroom, 2 bath. Tiled fl oors, corean RS 6/17 BM TFN Art, Household items, books, ☼ 13151 Kings Point Drive Unit 9A, countertop. Pool, tennis, hot tub, free wi-fi . toys and lots more. Fort Myers, Florida 33919 ANNUAL RENTAL WANTED Pictures available upon request. Early birds will be shot! $1,150 monthly. Pets okay. 239-633-3525. ☼NR 4/13 CC 4/13 FOR SALE BY OWNER ANNUAL RENTAL WANTED ☼RR 4/13 CC 4/13 2008 MOBILE HOME Long-term, responsible and EASY-to-rent AT PERIWINKLE PARK to family. We are relocating to Sanibel, 1 Bed room new queen bed. LR with Sanibel Schools and the sunshine FOR RENT MOVING SALE sofa bed, kitchen, refrigerator ice maker, from Wisconsin. We can pay fi rst, last dinning area, Bosch washer dryer, Pleasant one-bedroom furnished Contents Of Sanibel House located and security deposit NOW. apartment on Sanibel, near Gulf beach in Dunes, wall entertainment center, dishwasher. Trane A/C with Pro 4000 Move-in now or anytime by August 1st. programmable thermostat. Full tile fl oors. Beds: 2, Baths: 2, Sqft: 1231, Lot: 9,883 and causeway. Florida room and deck, Henredon & Thomasville furniture, sq ft/0.23 acres, Type: condo, Year Built: Call or text Dale at 608-575-5511 OR ground level, natural setting, carport, w/d. leather sofas, antique dining room, Full vinyl deck. Pavers. Oodles of space. email [email protected] Hurricane sun & window protection 1964, Last sold: 1982, Parking: 1 deeded Available April-December. $750/month. Sears riding mower and more. Call for appointment 239-822-3704. fi lm. Home in ex. cond. Much more, too space, County: Lee, Condo fee for 9A: ☼NR 4/13 CC 4/20 All utilities furnished, including cable. numerous to mention. Price reduced to $237.32/per month, Tax History: $704.30 Call owner at 859-749-7574 ☼NS 4/13 CC 4/13 paid November 2011. $69,900. Ground rental $541.66/mo. Key RS 4/13 CC 4/20 at offi ce. [email protected] Prime location and value can be yours in ANNUAL RENTAL WANTED ☼ ☼RR 4/6 CC 4/27 this top floor two bedroom, two tiled bath condo. Enjoy the weather year round in Island professionals looking for either of the two enclosed sun rooms. annual rental on Sanibel. AWESOME HOUSE ON SANIBEL This property has been in the same family No smoking, no pets. 2 BED/1 BATH UNFURNISHED Call 472-5187, ext. 291. 4/13 9-3pm and 4/14 9-1pm. for 30 years. Any questions or to make an Walk to restaurant and shopping, bike to Household items, kitchen items, NS 3/23 CC 4/13 beach. $1,100 a month includes sewer, SANIBEL offer, please call Trish Ziehl at ☼ electronics, furniture - bdrm, living rm, #781-453-2282. All offers will be given garbage and lawn service. dining rm. Exercise equipment and more. OPEN HOUSES serious consideration. Thank you. 239-472-8854. 1360 Eagle Run Dr. ☼NS 4/6 CC TFN Cash, VISA, MC Accepted. POSTED DAILY ☼RS 4/13 NC 4/13 Do not block driveways or mailboxes.

☼NR 4/13 CC 4/13 FOR SALE AT PERIWINKLE PARK Ideal arrangement, bedroom/bath at each end of a 60 foot mobile home. FL room with dining area added later giving an open concept of LR and kitchen, plus bedrooms TO PLACE AN AD LOG ON: VISIT: and baths. Two sofa beds and stacked SanibelOpenHouses.com washer & dryer. A delightful deck with a big presiding frog and storage Bldg. in back Pfeifer Realty Group and carport in front. $139,000. Sanibel Island, FL 5 E Street, unit 314. IslandSunNews.com Call 317-439-5514 or email 239-472-0004 [email protected] ☼NS 10/28 BM TFN ☼RS 4/13 CC 4/13 & click on SANIBEL 3/2 HOME BY OWNER $369,000. Fully equipped beautiful 3Bed/ 2Bath (half of a duplex) at a very convenient location (2320 Sq). Pool, Tennis. CALL Martin 239-691-5629. Details: www.postlets.com/repb/6693883 — Place Classified —

☼NR 4/13 CC 4/27 38 THE RIVER - APRIL 13, 2012 ★ ★ ★ Read us online at islandsunnews.com ★ ★ ★ Emergency...... 911 Lee County Sheriff’s Offi ce...... 477-1200 Florida Marine Patrol...... 332-6966 Florida Highway Patrol...... 278-7100 SUDOKU Poison Control...... 1-800-282-3171 HealthPark Medical Center...... 1-800-936-5321 To play Sudoku: Ft. Myers Chamber of Commerce...... 332-3624 Complete the grid so Foundation for Quality Childcare...... 425-2685 Ft. Myers Beach Chamber of Commerce...... 454-7500 that every row, column Fort Myers Beach Library...... 463-9691 Lakes Regional Library...... 533-4000 and every 3x3 box Lee County Chamber of Commerce...... 931-0931 Post Offi ce...... 1-800-275-8777 contains the numbers Visitor & Convention Bureau...... 338-3500 ARTS 1 through 9 (the same Alliance for the Arts...... 939-2787 Art of the Olympians Museum & Gallery...... 332-5055 number cannot appear Arts For ACT Gallery & Studio...... 337-5050 Art League Of Fort Myers...... 275-3970 more than once in a Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall...... 481-4849 BIG ARTS...... 395-0900 row, column or 3x3 box.) Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre...... 278-4422 Cultural Park Theatre...... 772-5862 There is no guessing Edison Festival of Light...... 334-2999 and no math involved, Florida Repertory Theatre at the Arcade...... 332-4488 Florida West Arts...... 948-4427 just logic. Fort Myers Symphonic Mastersingers...... 472-0168 Gulf Coast Symphony...... 489-1800 Harmony Chorus, Charles Sutter, Pres...... 481-8059 answer on page 35 Naples Philharmonic...... 239-597-1111 The Schoolhouse Theater...... 472-6862 S.W. Florida Symphony...... 418-0996 Theatre Conspiracy...... 936-3239 Young Artists Awards...... 574-9321 CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS Pets Of The Week Angel Flight...... 1-877-4AN-ANGEL Animal Refuge Center...... 731-3535 American Business Women Association...... 357-6755 y name is Bon Jovi (ID# 530133) and I am a Audubon of SWFL...... 339-8046 3-year-old male brown American Staffordshire Audubon Society...... 472-3156 Mterrier mix. Like my namesake, I’m just “livin’ Caloosahatchee Chapter DAR...... 482-1366 on a prayer” and I hope that means I’ll get a home Caloosahatchee Folk Society...... 321-4620 soon. Do you think I could fit in with you and your Cape Coral Stamp Club...... 542-9153 family? I get along with cats and other dogs. I’m very duPont Company Retirees ...... 454-1083 smart and a quick learner. My foster mom says I eat Edison Porcelain Artists...... 415-2484 like a pig but I have great manners. I’m housetrained, Ft Myers UDC Chapter 2614 sleep through the night and can entertain myself with (United Daughters of the Confederacy ®)....728-3743 a chewy rawhide. Friendship Force Of SW FL...... 561-9164 The Horticulture and Tea Society...... 472-8334 My adoption fee is $35 during Animal Services Horticultural Society...... 472-6940 Famous Felines and Celebrity Canines Adoption Lee County Genealogical Society...... 549-9625 Promotion Lee Trust for Historic Preservation ...... 939-7278 My name is Vera Wang (ID# 524686) and I am a NARFE(National Active & Retired Federal Employ- 2-year-old spayed female black and white domestic ees)...... 482-6713 short hair. I’m a very fashionable feline, but don’t let Navy Seabees Veterans of America...... 731-1901 my formal black and white attire fool you – I’m really Paradise Iowa Club of SWFL...... 667-1354 a down-to-earth girl. I get along fine with other pets, Southwest Florida Fencing Academy...... 939-1338 especially cats since I was raised in home with lots of Southwest Florida Music Association...... 561-2118 Kiwanis Clubs: them. My dream is to live with a family who has a few Bon Jovi (ID# 530133) Fort Myers Beach...... 765-4254 or 454-8090 pets to play with and will love me and treat me like photos by squaredogphoto.com Fort Myers Edison...... 694-1056 the special kitty I am. Fort Myers South...... 691-1405 My adoption fee is $25 during Animal Services Gateway to the Islands...... 415-3100 Famous Felines and Celebrity Canines Adoption Iona-McGregor...... 482-0869 Promotion Lions Clubs: For information about this week’s pets, call 533- Fort Myers Beach...... 463-9738 7387 (LEE-PETS) or log on to www.LeeLostPets. Fort Myers High Noon...... 466-4228 com. When calling, refer to the animal’s ID number. Estero/South Fort Myers...... 898-1921 Notre Dame Club of Lee County...... 768-0417 The website updates every hour, so you will be able POLO Club of Lee County...... 477-4906 to see if these or any other pets are still available. Rotary Club of Fort Myers...... 332-8158 The shelter is open for adoptions from 11:30 Sanibel-Captiva Orchid Society...... 472-6940 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday. The United Way of Lee County...... 433-2000 shelter is located at 5600 Banner Drive in Fort United Way 211 Helpline (24 hour)...... 211 or 433-3900 Myers, next to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office off AREA ATTRACTIONS Six Mile Cypress Parkway. Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum...... 395-2233 All adoptions include spay/neuter surgery, age- Burrough’s Home...... 337-9505 appropriate vaccinations, rabies vaccination and Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium...... 275-3435 Edison & Ford Winter Estates...... 334-3614 county license if three months or older, flea treat- Fort Myers Skate Park...... 321-7558 ment, worming, heartworm test for dogs six months Imaginarium Hands-On Museum & Aquarium...... 321-7420 and over, feline AIDS and leukemia test for cats, JN “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge...... 472-1100 training DVD, 10-day health guarantee and a bag Koreshan State Historic Site...... 239-992-0311 of Science Diet pet food. Ostego Bay Foundation Marine Science Center...... 765-8101 The adoption package is valued at $500. Skatium...... 321-7510 Southwest Florida Museum of History...... 321-7430 True Tours...... 945-0405 If you would like your club/organization listed in Vera Wang (ID# 524686) The River Calling Card, phone 415-7732 THE RIVER - APRIL 13, 2012 39 BEACH CHAIR PASTIME Answers on page 32 40 THE RIVER - APRIL 13, 2012

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New Listing New Listing LOCATION-LOCATION HOME/LOT PACKAGE ON EAST END OF SANIBEL Wow! You’ll love this large,gorgeous direct 1800 sq ft beach house, less than 4 minute walk to Gulf access Sanibel home across from San private beach access! Buyer may pick all selections Carlos Bay. Over 2500 square feet of living or disign a custom home. Rare opportunity to build space. 2 BR,2 1/2 bath;(with bonus space you your dream home on the east end. Offered for must see). Mid-Island deep water canal only 1000 ft to San Carlos Bay. $725,000. Contact Ken Colter 239/851-1357 or This home boasts a beautiful kitchen with custom wood cabinetry, wet Bob Berning 239/699-9597 bar, plus a wood burning fireplace in the great room with soaring cathedral ceiling and wonderful wood floors. Very private pool area, with nicely 3/4 ACRE ON CLAM BAYOU maintained lush landscaping that leads you to your private dock. Multiple Outstanding Value, priced 30% less than the most porches, great views from every room including views of THE BAY from recent Vacant Land Sale on the Bayou in Herons LR and front porch. A TRUE must see, soon, it won’t last. True Sanibel Landing. This is Not a Short Sale! located on a Living. Offered for $999,000 Call Nancy Finch 239/822-7825. cul-de-sac in this popular community, offering a community boat dock, pristine tennis courts, pool EAST END ISLAND LIVING and pool area with outdoor kitchen and deeded beach access. Develop This 3/2 pool home is located on a direct access the perfect homesite and create your own Gulf of Mexico views from this canal and is truly a must see! This Island home Bayou location and enjoy the tranquility of the Sanibel Lifestyle. It’s Just features high ceilings, hardwood floors throughout, Beautiful! Offered for $379,000 Contact Tracy Walters 239/994-7975. over sized kitchen with stainless appliances, upgraded fixtures, granite surfaces, pantry and SOUTH SEAS BAYSIDE VILLAS center island with plenty of cupboard space. Welcome to the Islands! This bay front Home also has a wood burning fireplace for the cool Island nights, 2 condominium located in South Seas Island Resort. stage A/C systems (5 and 3 ton) for the hot Island days, fire pit area, 10 Renovated and updated, waterfront views. With thousand pound boat lift, sparkling pool, deeded beach access and lush the investors or vacation home in mind, these landscaping all situated on a private road. Take a leisurely stroll to the condominiums offer a great rental income. The Sanibel marina and enjoy the fresh seafood at Grandma Dots restaurant. water’s edge Bayside Villa community has under Offered for $959,000. Contact Tracy Walters “Mr. Listr” 239/994-7975 building parking, pool, spa, bbq’s along with separate storage lockers. or Connie Walters “Ms Listr” 239/841-4540 #5134 Offered $285,000 1 bedroom/ 1 bath #4118 Offered $395,000 1 bedroom/ 2 bath BLIND PASS CONDO #4301-02 Offered $635,00 3 bedroom/ 3 bath This well established, desirable, well #5344 Offered $699,000 3 bedroom/3 bath maintained Blind Pass condo is a must see! Contact LeAne Taylor Suarez 239/872-1632. This unit is steps away from one of the best shelling locations and secluded beaches on EXCEPTIONAL HOME ON ALMOST 1 ACRE! the Islands. This unit has great rental income This 4 BR (could be 5 or 6), 41/2 bath home has too many and has remodeled kitchens and bathrooms. Don’t miss your opportunity new upgrades to mention all. 1st floor master has new Master with this one! Offered for $499,000. Contact Tracy Walters “Mr. Listr” Bath ‘10. Custom Vanities, Kohler Jacuzzi, walkin Rain 239/994-7975 or Connie Walters “Ms Listr” 239/841-4540. Shower, closet built-ins. 3 new A/C’s ‘10. New Roof ‘04. Many new Hurr. rated windows. Custom wood and marble floors, TIDEWATER ISLAND Spanish tile. The yard is big (almost an acre) and beautiful! Beautiful old Florida style home in the private, secluded, The back is completely fenced, and the property extends approx 20-30’ beyond the gated, community of Tidewater Island. Etched glass front back fence and was left natural for a very private setting. Garage has extra storage rm/ door, crown molding in kitchen and great room, thirteen foot workshop. Pinehurst is a great community, all larger homesites, tucked off of the popular ceilings, Chippendale style woodwork on lanai and front entry, Daniels Rd. corridor - convenient to shops, restaurants, hospital/ medical, SWFL Reg rosette and fluted trim in great room around triple sliding glass Airport, Twins training stadium. Offered for $699,000. Contact Nancy Finch at doors to lanai. Seeing is believing, be sure to see this home. 239/822-7825. Furnishings negotiable. Offered for $399,000 Contact Bob Berning 239/699- 9597 or Ken Colter 239/851-1357 CORAL DR- SOUTH FT. MYERS This 5 Bed, 4.5 Bath FAMILY HOME is the best kept secret is where PUNTA RASSA #302 pleasing curb appeal & privacy are married in perfect union! Sprawling This elegantly appointed home has been completely renovated. Top of front staircase overlooks lush landscaping. The ambiance of this supremely the line granite in kitchen and baths. Unique master bath & dressing crafted home hosts a formal dining room, or linger into the library with Birch area, design award, wood floors, dry bar, stainless steel appliances. wood built-ins. Celebrate culinary skills in the gourmet kitchen with granite Sun drenched with magnificent sunsets and views of Sanibel Island counter tops & stainless steel appliances. LivingRoom offers designated media area with fireplace. enhanced by hurricane glass enclosed lanai, hurricane glass on all Master bedroom suite is situated on main level with an open loggia overlooking pool. Upper level windows. Social membership to Sanibel Harbour included. Turnkey and ready! Offered for comprises of 3 bedrooms admired for their stylish design. Lower Level; 5th bedroom, media, wine, $399,990. Contact Marianne Stewart 239/56-6420. billiard-game, exercise & office. Offered for $644,900 Contact LeAne Taylor Suarez 239/872-1632.

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