Blind Pass Project Field Investigation Underway Wendy Webb to Perform
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VOL 12, NO. 44 SANIBEL & CAPTIVA ISLANDS, FLORIDA MAY 6, 2005 MAY SUNRISE/SUNSET: 06:46 20:03 » 06:45 20:04 »06:45 20:04 #06:44 20:05 12 06:43 20:06 Wendy Webb To Perform • he special sounds of Tgifted per- former/songwriter, Wendy Webb will grace BIG ARTS Phillips Gallery Friday, May 13 at 8 pm. Tickets are available by calling 395-0900, Monday through Friday, 9 to 4 p.m. After years away from the music business, Webb has returned with an extraordinary new CD, Morning In Aerial view of Blind Pass taken October 27, 2004 New York. She will photo by Jim Anderson and Joannair, Inc. perform her origi- nal songs from the Wendy Webb CD at the piano Blind Pass Project Field during her BIG ARTS performance. The intimate atmosphere of the Phillips Gallery is the perfect Investigation Underway venue to highlight the haunting voice, original songs and musicianship of this wonder- ful performer. "My parents bought me a guitar when I was about 13 and I was never he Blind Pass Restoration Project is in its field investigation stage, which will the same again," smiles Webb. Influenced by artists such as Bob Dylan, Joni Mitchell, culminate in late July when the county submits applications for the necessary Joan Baez, The Band and Laura Nyro, she also notes that her mother's love of classi- Tstate and federal permit. cal music and her brother's soul music made lasting impressions on her. "When you're In late March, Erickson Consulting Engineers of Sarasota (the projects engineer) young, everything bleeds into you musically. Years later I found my own voice and installed tide gauges/current meters at three points in Blind Pass: one on a dock in developed my own style of writing." Roosevelt Channel, one on the channel marker in Blind Pass and one on the Gulf Limited seating is available for this special evening of music. Advance tickets for floor off Blind Pass. this performance are required. Call BIG ARTS for tickets, 395-0900.* continued on page 57 inspiration for the chapel and its mission Hans J. Danielsen, the ship's captain, American comes from the courageous acts of the was concerned and cautious. Earlier the Lane Closures Set four army chaplains who were serving Tampa had detected a submarine with Legion To Host A aboard the USAT Dorchester when it its sonar. Danielsen knew he was in On Causeway was hit by an enemy torpedo and sank in dangerous waters even before he got the by Camille Kucaba Spaghetti Dinner the North Atlantic on February 3, 1943. alarming information. German U-boats he Sanibel Island American Many stories have been written about were constantly prowling these vital sea raffic on the Sanibel Causeway Legion Post 123's Chaplain the heroic acts of four army chaplains lanes, and several ships had already been will be down to one lane on Ray Bini presents his Authentic aboard a troop transport ship on its way blasted and sunk. TWednesday and Thursday, May 11 T to Greenland. One such story follows. It The Dorchester was now only 150 and 12, while workers construct a tem- Italian Night dinner featuring spaghetti and meatballs. The dinner will be held was written by Victor M, Parachin, an miles from its destination, but the captain porary drainage structure. The closures Thursdayj May 12 from 5 to 9 p.m. ordained minister, counselor and free- ordered the men to sleep in their clothing will be along the east side of the spoil Chaplain Ray's Authentic Italian Dinner lance writer. and keep life jackets on. Many soldiers island just before Span C (the bridge will then be held monthly on the second It was the evening of February 2, sleeping deep in the ship's hold disre- closest to Sanibel). Work is expected Thursday of the month. A portion of 1943, and the USAT Dorchester was garded the order because of the engine's to be done between 7 a.m. and 2:30 the proceeds will benefit the Chapel of crowded to capacity, carrying 902 ser- heat. Others ignored it because the life p.m. so both lanes will be open for the Four Chaplains. vicemen, merchant seamen and civilian jackets were uncomfortable. afternoon "rush hour," according to a The Chapel of Four Chaplains is a workers. On February 3, at 12:55 a.m., a peri- spokesperson for Lee DOT. non-profit organization established to Once a luxury coastal liner, the 5,649- scope broke the chilly Atlantic waters. Cleanup of the accident site off the encourage cooperation and selfless ser- ton vessel had been converted into an Through the cross hairs, an officer drawbridge near the toll booth also is vice among all people. The chapel exists army transport ship. The Dorchester, aboard the German submarine U-223 underway. Dismantling and removing the to further the cause of "Unity Without one of three ships in the SG-19 con- spotted The Dorchester. After identifying wreckage of the toppled crane is expect- Uniformity," and does not purport a voy, was moving steadily across the icy and targeting the ship, he gave orders to ed to be completed next week.' Sanibel particular theology or doctrine. Rather waters from Newfoundland toward an fire the torpedoes; The hit was decisive - City Council Tuesday observed a moment it is a symbol of strength found in unity American base in Greenland. SG-19 was and deadly, - striking the starboard side, of silence in honor of the Boh Brothers with one another and with God. The escorted by Coast Guard Cutters Tampa, amid ship, far below the water line. worker who was killed April 25.-^ Escanaba and Comanche. continued on page 30 Jess To Throw Out Orchid First Pitch At Islands Night Show May 5, 6 & 7 Free Orchid Seminars Locally Grown Orchids The Village "Where Shopping Is An Art" 2340 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel (Just east of Palm Ridge Road) Aboriginals: Art of the First Person Fine Tribal Art • 395-2200 Escentials Sam Bailey with Robbie Roepstoff and Barbara Von Harten at last year's event For Bath, Body and More! • 472-7770 GeezLeweez by Brian Johnson Complete Line of Needlework & Accessories • 395-2900 I ob Jess, the refuge manager of "Ding" Darling, has been asked by Sam Bailey to throw out the ceremonial first pitch at this summer's Islands' Night, Matsumoto Gallery heduled for Tuesday, June 7. Fine Arts & Crafts • 472-2941 Bailey said Jess has distinguished himself by his service to the refuge and the Sanibel community, particularly in the aftermath of Hurricane Charley last year. The Mermaid Bay Company "He's a prominent person on the island with his connections to "Ding" Darling," Nautical & Beach Giftware • 395-1214 said Bailey, the founder of Islands' Night. "He did a lot to help people during ' Nanny's Hurricane Charley. He's a big asset. We also found out he was a pitcher in college, Traditional Children's Shoppe • 472-0304 and wants to show his fastball." The 12th Annual Islands' Night will start at 6:30 p.m. at the Lee County Sports Seaweed Gallery Complex. There will be a parade before the game and a presentation of local baseball Collective Artisans & Mermaids • 395-3328 and softball all-stars. The Fort Myers Miracle will take on the Dunedin Blue Jays in minor league action. Tommy Dixon Collections "It's the funnest thing," said Jess, who has been to Islands' Night the past three Fun & Functional Art • 472-4944 years. "It's all the folks you know getting together, it's like a family event. We load the Why Knot kids up with food, and even manage to watch a little baseball. Exciting & Fun Women's Clothing • 472-3003 Why Knot Relax Clothes for the Relaxed Lifestyle • 472-3098 William E. Wilson Fine Jewelry Design • 472-8590 "The refuge tremendously appreciates the support of the community... and I'll try not to bean anyone (when I throw out the pitch)!" TherfennaiBafCompa^ Free tickets are available at Bailey's General Store. In the coming weeks they will be available at locations throughout the islands. "We're looking for over 5,000 people to attend," said Bailey.t^ Rob Jess Gifts "Nautical But Nice" Handpainted Glassware, Sun Catchers, Wind Socks, Sailboat Models, Candles, Wall Hangings, Our E-Mail address is [email protected] Wind Chimes, Table Accessories & More! 395-1214 The Sanibel Captiva Trust Company in the Lee Plan. 3 I Fund For Family offers world-class portfolio management • Other panel projects, schedules for Holiday Schedule and trust services to individuals, families, upcoming meetings and funding issues. Of Causeway businesses, foundations, and other non- Public participation is invited and At City Hall profit organizations. They can be reached encouraged. anibel City Hall will be closed Worker by calling 239-472-8300 or visiting The Captiva Community Panel was in observance of Memorial Day he Sanibel Captiva Trust www. sancaptrustco. com. # authorized by Lee County Commissioners SMonday, May 30, and will resume Company is pleased to announce in January 2002 to act in an advisory regular hours on Tuesday, May 31. that a fund has been created to role concerning land use and zoning Refuse, recycling and vegetation waste T collection by Florida Recycling Services offer support to the family of Kent A. Captiva issues on Captiva. The nine-member Crappell of Morgan City, Louisiana. panel has overseen the adoption of a (FRS) scheduled for Memorial Day will be Mr. Crappell died on April 25 when the Community Captiva section in the Lee Plan, with a one day later.