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Art in the Garden: Florida Fish and Fishing exhibit will be open until May 18 Programs And Visual and performing arts are highlights of summer camp at the Alliance Events At Edison Pre-K Summer Arts Camp Ford Estates pcoming programs and events at At The Alliance For The Arts the Edison & Ford Winter Estates ime is running out to register for the Alliance for the Arts’ popular Mini Uinclude the Art in the Garden: Michelangelos Summer Arts Camp. Now in its 4th year, the camp for 4- and Florida Fish and Fishing exhibit open 5-year-olds is limited to 18 kids per week. Early childhood educator, artist and until May 18, the Edison Botanical Edison Ford’s Moonlight Garden T photo by Mike Shapiro musician Sue Hansen leads campers through fun and engaging activities that expose Research Laboratory designation as a them to a wide spectrum of the arts, including music, and visual and performing National Historic Chemical Landmark Ford Winter Estates include: arts. There are nine themed weeks to choose from, including Surfin’ Dudes & Merry celebration, a Moonlight Garden series • Edison Ford Garden Walk: Mermaids, Boogie Fever, and On Broadway. of programs as well as free admission to Moonlight Gardens, May 17, 7 p.m. continued on page 7 veterans and their families on Memorial Join Edison Ford President and CEO Day. Chris Pendleton and senior horticulturist Programs and events at the Edison & continued on page 4 A Win For The Caloosahatchee he Conservancy of Southwest Florida legally challenged and won a Tfight to protect the Caloosahatchee. State judge Bram Canter agreed with the Conservancy’s position that the South Florida Water Management District “went too far” and was “clearly erroneous” in its new proposed rules to redirect water away Vietnam Memorial Wall from the Caloosahatchee. “The Caloosahatchee is one of Vietnam America’s most endangered rivers,” said Robert Moher, Conservancy of Southwest Remembrance Florida president and CEO. “This water- way already faces extremes of too much Celebration or too little fresh water. Taking more water away from our treasured river dur- here will be a remembrance cer- ing dry seasons would further exasperate a emony for the six Dunbar young dire situation and lead to further ecological Tmen who gave their lives in damage in the near term and long run.” Vietnam: Pfc. Columbus Watson, Jr.; Pfc. In February, the South Florida Water Christopher Dean; Pfc. Willie Moore; Sgt. Management District put forward a rule Berne Davis Art Center in Fort Myers. John Berkley Rolle; HN3 Claude Rice; it was developing to reserve water in the Intimate Covering a 30-year arc in the lives of and Sp4 Arelinn Jackson. proposed C-43 reservoir for supplement- two friends, the play focuses on the calam- The ceremony will be held on Sunday, ing flows to the Caloosahatchee during Production ities, accidents and wounds all people suf- May 18 at 3 p.m. at Oak Ridge Cemetery dry periods – clearly a desirable goal. fer, with humor, pain and regret. on Henderson Avenue in Fort Myers. However, the same rule would also have By Ghostbird Ghostbird veteran ensemble player There will be a dedication of the head- expanded protections for other water pening this week is Ghostbird Hanny Zuniga is Kayleen, a woman who stone just received from the VA for Pfc. users at the expense of the river itself – Theatre Company’s production of has learned to cover up her scars too well. Columbus Watson, Jr. clearly a problematic outcome. OGruesome Playground Injuries Josh Johnson plays Doug, a man who The remembrance is co-sponsored by “The district’s language, if unchal- by Rajiv Joseph. This contemporary lives recklessly, with courage and careless- the Vietnam Veterans of America #594 lenged, would further contribute to nega- romantic drama is on stage May 14 to ness. Together, they form a poignant, tive consequences for our environment of Lee County and American Legion Post 18 and May 21 to 25 at the Sidney & beautiful and time-tested friendship. #192 of Fort Myers. continued on page 4 continued on page 11 2 THE RIVER - MAY 16, 2014 Historic Downtown Fort Myers, Then And Now: River Court Motel by Gerri Reaves, PhD n June 1952, a Mr. and Mrs. McShane of Ozone Park, New York, wrote a postcard addressed to “the Sweetest Man in ITown, Key West, Florida” and mailed it in Fort Myers. Who knows if the card reached its destination, but the faith in such a vague address and the mere two-cent postage on the card sure do recall simpler times. The couple evidently stopped at the River Court on their way north from Key West, where they’d had a “wonderful and complete trip,” thanks to the knowledgeable Sweetest Man, they wrote. This postcard featuring the River Court, a 20-unit haven on the banks of the Caloosahatchee, promises a homelike and restful stay near the ameni- ties of the business district. Tile baths, Panelray heat, Firestone Foamex rubber mattresses, and telephone service were among the modern conveniences a traveler could enjoy by exiting the Tamiami Trail at Carson Street. Another attraction not shown in the image would have been the above-ground city municipal pool, adjacent to the motel on the east side, from which swimmers could overlook the River Court. Also nearby was the seafood-packing company, whose wharf extended from the riverbank on the motel’s west side. Just west of that was the Gondola Inn, a popular Today, the motel’s location is the western edge of Centennial Park restaurant on the river (where Joe’s Crab Shack is today). photo by Gerri Reaves In the early 1950s, northbound motorists on the Tamiami Trail (aka U.S. 41 and Cleveland Avenue) could turn onto Carson Street and encounter the motel on West marked U.S. Army Fort Myers’s western portion of the sand breastwork during the First. Civil War. Carson is one of downtown’s shortest streets, but has an interesting history. In 1923, Barron G. Collier (as in Collier County) bought the Fort Myers Steamship Named for pioneer Frank Carson, who once owned the land surrounding it, it Company at the end of the street and renamed it the Collier Terminal. A steamship line operated for a time, and then the terminal was used for other purposes for many years. In the 1920s, when Carson was a residential street, it was considered as the pos- sible site for a bridge across the Caloosahatchee – understandable, since doing so would directly connect the Cleveland Avenue and North Fort Myers without adding to downtown traffic congestion. But not until the Caloosahatchee Bridge was constructed in the 1960s did that hap- pen. That project drastically altered that part of town, and today little Carson is over- shadowed by massive bridge overpasses and ramps. However, the historic street of less than two blocks still leads to a haven by the river. Today, the western edge of Centennial Park exists where the River Court once welcomed motorists passing through town. Walk down to Carson Street and imagine stopping at the River Court for a night’s rest by the river. Then take a short stroll to the Southwest Florida Museum of History at 2031 Jackson Street, where you can learn more about motel accommodations in 1952. For information, call 321-7430 or go to museumofhistory.org. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday. Continue your research by visiting the Southwest Florida Historical Society’s research center at 10091 McGregor Boulevard on the campus of the Lee County Alliance for the Arts. Visit the all-volunteer non-profit organization on Wednesday or Saturday between 9 a.m. and noon, or call the society at 939-4044. Sources: The archives of the Southwest Florida Historical Society and the Fort The River Court, pictured circa 1952, was located on West First Street at Carson Myers Plan by Herbert S. Swan. courtesy 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 2014 The River Weekly News • LORKEN Publications, Inc. PAPER THE RIVER - MAY 16, 2014 3 Fort Myers Public Art: both in content and features. Power & Light Co. to the Today, the archive houses tens of city in 2001. At night, the City’s Light thousands of public artwork records in a text incised into the drums single, centrally-located database, making by Maryland light sculptor Sculpture In these works easily accessible to all audi- Jim Sanbor amplifies the ences, including researchers, academics, ambiance of the art center Public Art Archive policy-makers, tourists, artists, administra- during events like Art Walk by Tom Hall tors and the general public. It includes and Music Walk, galas and comprehensive data and rich media, to charity balls by projecting he Public allow collection stewards to share their an alphabet soup of lighted Art Archive artworks with new, broader audiences; letters on the sidewalk, Ionic T(PAA) will to help explorers find information about limestone columns and be featuring public art in their world; and to aid in the façade of the neoclassical Caloosahatchee sharing of best practices in public art for revival building. Manuscripts researchers and stakeholders. Inclusion of works in an advertise- The database is available from any like Caloosahatchee ment it is run- computer for full searching and filtering, Manuscripts on the Public ning in Sculpture and the mobile-optimized site helps bridge Art Archive and compet- Magazine. The ad the gap between artworks in the physical ing cultureNOW art registry will run in the July/ world and the information in the digital enables the City of Fort August summer edition of the magazine database. This foundation allows for the Myers, Lee County, the and may also be used on the homepage adoption of best practices in catalogu- Lee County Visitors & of the Sculpture website for the month ing, opens new opportunities for sharing Convention Bureau, Greater of June. information, and ensures a sustainable Fort Myers Chamber of The Public Art Archive (www. and scalable future for the project. Commerce and Lee County PublicArtArchive.org) is both a proj- Registration of 45 public artworks Alliance for the Arts to tout ect and an online public art database. located within the boundaries of the City the area as a legitimate arts The PAA project is a national effort to of Fort Myers was completed in March of and cultural destination. increase public awareness and steward- 2013 pursuant to a grant issued by the “For many, a public art col- ship of public artworks, including “The city in September of 2012. Fort Myers is lection is not only part of a Archive” database, a Tumblr blog titled one of a dozen Florida communities that city or regional identity, it Caloosahatchee Manuscripts in downtown Fort Myers “Find, Know, and Grow Your Public has placed its public art collection on the often serves as a major vehi- photo courtesy of Mish DP Art.”102 at http://publicartarchive.tum- Public Art Archive, which includes nearly cle for engaging local citi- blr.com/), various educational initiatives, 500 artworks throughout the state. One zens and visitors through art,” the Public more than good schools, low crime and and local community engagement efforts. of those, of course, is Caloosahatchee Art Archive notes, echoing conclusions economic opportunity, it is parks, public “The Archive” database is a free, online Manuscripts, the dual-drum bronze light reached by a recent Gallup and Knight art and aesthetic environment that most and mobile accessible catalog of com- cylinders that sit at the foot of the steps Foundation survey of 43,000 people in inspires people to locate to or remain in pleted public artworks worldwide. It was to the Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center 26 communities over a three-year period a community. launched in 2009 and continues to grow compliments of a gift made by Florida beginning in 2008 which discovered that Caloosahatchee Manuscripts is continued on page 5

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From page 1 Lee Republican A Win For The Women Meeting Caloosahatchee Share your community he Lee Republication Women and the tourism economy on which we Federated will meet on Monday, news with us. all thrive,” said Jennifer Hecker, direc- TJune 9 at The Edison Restaurant, Call 415-7732, tor of natural resource policy with the 3583 McGregor Boulevard in Fort Fax: 415-7702 Conservancy of Southwest Florida. Myers. The social will begin at 5:15 or email Last summer, highly polluted water p.m. followed by dinner and the pro- poured from the Caloosahatchee into gram. The program will be a panel [email protected] Southwest Florida estuaries, coasts and discussion on the pros and cons of the beaches. The toxic green sludge was marijuana legislation. Cost is $22 to blamed for health problems, tourist com- attend. RSVP by calling 432-9389, plaints and public outrage over water email [email protected] or go to www. quality. leerepublicanwomen.com. Hecker says with the right balance of fresh water releases during the wet and dry seasons, the Caloosahatchee can become a healthier and more produc- tive ecosystem and, in turn, enhance our regional economy and quality of life. Prior to filing suit, Moher said the Conservancy of Southwest Florida repeat- edly reached out to the district advocating for a more balanced alternative. “The Conservancy is known for pro- Chinese & Japanese Cuisine viding sound research and presenting bal- anced solutions,” said Moher. “Litigation is always a last resort. We are pleased OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK with the judge’s ruling. This is a win for Mon-Thurs 11am - 10pm Southwest Florida’s land, water and wild- Fri-Sat 11am - 11pm Sun 12pm - 9pm life.” www. ichiban-sushi-chinese.com. To get involved with or to learn more about the Conservancy’s campaign to save the Caloosahatchee, visit www.con- Downtown Fort Myers (Post Office Arcade - Next to Hotel Indigo) servancy.org/ripple-effect. 1520 Broadway For Takeout & Delivery Tel: 334-6991 THE RIVER - MAY 16, 2014 5 Tour Guides Needed

The Burroughs Home re you a history buff? Would you like to share your knowledge about Fort Myers? The Burroughs Home, located in the River District on 2505 First AStreet, is looking for tour guides. The Burroughs Home is managed by the Uncommon Friends Foundation. The Georgian Revival home is open for one-hour tours on weekdays. Volunteers Lt. J.G. Robert Allen, a resident of Cape Coral, left, and Lt. J.G. Kenna Vanourney, from are needed to guide tourists through the home and gardens. Openings are available London, Kentucky, run on the weather decks aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS for both permanent positions and substitutes. Tour guides are provided with a thor- Philippine Sea (CG 58). Philippine Sea is deployed as part of the George H.W. Bush ough docent manual. Both permanent and seasonal residents are invited to become Carrier Strike Group, supporting maritime security operations and theater security coop- guides. eration efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. Additional volunteer opportunities are available at the Burroughs Home. They U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Abe McNatt include clerical work, special events and tasks behind the scenes. Individuals with all Navy ships, submarines, aircraft and, kinds of interests are welcome, especially those who enjoy meeting new people and Why Being most importantly, tens of thousands of with an interest in history and historic preservation. America’s finest young men and women Call Arlene Roth at 337-9505 for more information about becoming a volun- There Matters are deployed around the world doing just teer. submitted by MCSN Amanda L. Owens that. They are there now. They will be there when we are sleeping tonight. They n our planet, more than 70 will be there every Saturday, Sunday and percent of which is covered by holiday this year. They are there around Serving Dinner Owater, being there means hav- the clock, far from our shores, defending ing the ability to act from the sea. The America at all times. Lunch Daily United States Navy is uniquely posi- Thank you very much for your support Mon-Fri 4pm tioned to be there; the world’s oceans of the men and women in U.S. Navy, 11:30am give the Navy the power to protect deployed around the clock and ready America’s interests anywhere, and to protect and defend America on the at any time. Your Navy protects and world’s oceans. defends America on the world’s oceans. CELEBRATE OUR 3 YEAR ANNIVERSARY!! SUNDAY Two Dinner Entrees & A Bottle of House Wine For $50.00 MONDAY & THURSDAY Lobster & Steak Night starting at $16.00 The Nature Park, Dogbones Café, Old Fashioned Fun Park and retail store will all be open TUESDAY All Night Happy Hour & $4.99 Appetizers throughout the event. You can even treat WEDNESDAY Add a $1.00 for a 3 Course Dinner BBQ At The Shell the family to lunch or dinner at Capt.’s FRIDAY & SATURDAY New Happy Hour 10pm-close Fishbones. Factory May 26 For further information, contact Rick Wednesday 5/14 LIVE MUSIC By Charles 630-9:30pm ALIAS “Ray Charles” ring the whole family and have Tupper, CFO/marketing director, at 560- a great day of fun at The Shell 9522 or by emailing r.tupper@shellfac- BFactory & Nature Park, which tory.com. will host an Old Fashioned BBQ on The Shell Factory is located four miles BUY ONE ENTREE/GET ONE FREE Memorial Day, May 26. The event will north of the Caloosahatchee River on LUNCH OR DINNER with the purchase of two beverages start at 11 a.m. and continue through- Highway 41. Visit www.shellfactory.com Maximum discount $20.00, regular menu only, not valid with any other out the day until 6 p.m. for more details. food discount or promotion, enjoy with Happy Hour, 18% gratuity added This event promises to be fun for the before discount. Exp. 5/31/14 entire family, including all four-legged friends. In addition to a special BBQ menu, there will live entertainment, two- From page 3 for-one admission to the Nature Park, a GLUTEN FREE MENU AVAILABLE special fun park package and 10 percent City’s Light off all items in the Beach Shack Shop. TWO SHOWS YOU MUST SEE! There will also be fun activities for kids Sculpture LIZZIE TRUE & including kite flying all day, sack races, THE LIARS BAND a three-legged race, watermelon eating administered by the City of Fort Myers INDECISION Public Art Committee. For more informa- Friday, May 16 contest, crab races, bumper boat games 7:30-11:30pm Saturday, May 17 and a bike decorating contest (for children tion, contact Public Art Liaison Donna 7:30-11:30pm ages 10 and under). Lovejoy at [email protected]. The Shell Factory will also be introduc- An arts advocate, Tom Hall guides ing The Soaring Eagle Zip Line. Guests weekly walking tours of the River LiveLive EntertainmentEntertainment Nightly,Nightly OnlineOnline Discounts,Discounts LoyaltyLoyalty Program,Program TheThe BestBest HappyHappy HourHour can enjoy their favorite beverage at District’s public art collection in Fort the Soaring Eagle Café while watching Myers. For more information, go to tru- etours.net. BRATTASRISTORANTE.COM Southwest Florida’s newest attraction. 239-433-4449 The Soaring Eagle Zip Line will operate until dusk. 12984 S. CLEVELAND AVE., FORT MYERS 6 THE RIVER - MAY 16, 2014 Local World War II Veterans Honored Greeters Club Art Walk Seeking At D-Day 70th Anniversary Ceremony Lunch June 19 New Artists o commemorate the 70th anniversary of D-Day, Hodges University will hold n exciting guest speaker will be ort Myers Art Walk is looking for a special ceremony on Friday, June 6 beginning at 10 a.m. at the Hodges featured at the next Greeters new artists and performers to enter- TNaples campus. The wspecial honoree at the event will be Oscar-winning nar- AClub luncheon meeting on Ftain on the sidewalks in the River rator and longtime Naples resident, Dr. Peter Thomas. The event will be sponsored Thursday, June 19 beginning at 11:30 District of Historic Downtown every first by BMO Private Bank. a.m. at the Colonial Country Club, 9181 Friday of the month. The next Art Walk “It is always a pleasure to spend time with Peter and listen to him retell the stories Independence Way in Fort Myers. will be held on June 6, rain or shine. Past of that most important time in American history,” said Phil Memoli, vice president of Brad Congress of Bradley’s Jewelers performers have included demo-artists, University Advancement at Hodges. “He is a true patriot, and we are honored to have is graduate gemologist and fine jewelry musicians (not bands), spoken word art- him join us for this special ceremony.” appraiser. He will spend time bringing his ists, jugglers, face painters, hula hoopers, With the onset of World War II, Dr. Thomas volunteered for the United States version of an Antiques Roadshow to the belly dancers, statue artists, video artists, Army in 1943, serving with the First Infantry Division in five major campaigns, includ- meeting. Congress encourages attendees photo opt artists, installation artist and ing the Battle of Normandy and the Battle of the Bulge. He was issued a Battle Star to bring in an item they have always more. for each of the five campaigns. He was also awarded the Bronze Star, the Purple wanted to know more about, whether it’s If you are an artist who would like Heart, the French Legion of Honor, the Unit French Croix de guerre, and Belgian an antique family heirloom or something to create your art live at Fort Myers Art Fourragère. Hodges University named him its 2004 Humanitarian of the Year and worn every day. He will entertain ques- Walk, contact Claudia Goode at Arts for bestowed on him an honorary Doctorate of Letters that same year. tions on diamond evaluation, gemology, ACT Gallery by phone at 337-5050 or “Peter has worked tirelessly for veteran causes, especially for the student veterans ancient coinage and the art and history of via email at [email protected]. here at Hodges,” said Dr. Jeanette Brock, president of Hodges University. “Peter has gems and jewelry design. given both his time and treasures to help Hodges University in our pursuit of provid- Make a luncheon reservation ($20 per ing scholarship support for veterans. It is in this spirit that we have chosen to name person) and find out more about join- our Veterans Services Center after Peter in recognition for all that he has done for our ing this dynamic group of Lee County students.” women. Email [email protected] The Veterans Services Center at Hodges provides a variety of resources for student and provide your contact information veterans, including GI Bill processing and information, details on available counseling, (your name, email address and phone workshops and Veterans organization contacts, peer to peer support groups for stu- number). You will receive confirmation of Arts Of The Inland dent veterans and community involvement. your reservation. Dr. Thomas has also been part of the American Military Veterans Education Fund Greeters Club luncheons are held on Meeting May 20 (AMVEF) cabinet, a group of distinguished individuals raising crucial scholarship sup- the third Thursday of the month at 11:30 oin your Arts of the Inland (AOI) port to help returning veterans cover the costs of their education. a.m. at the Colonial Country Club. Visit fellow members and friends for an Hodges University is home to American Legion Post 397, the first Post established www.greetersofgreaterfortmyers.com for Jevening of delicious food and fel- on a college campus in the United States run entirely by student veterans. The school additional information. lowship before our last meeting this has also been awarded 2014 Military Friendly Schools designation. spring. Arts of the Inland will meet on Hodges University welcomes everyone to attend the June 6 ceremony and extends Tuesday, May 20 at The Hut, located at a special invitation to local World War II veterans who will be recognized and honored 5150 Buckingham Road in Fort Myers during the event. To advertise in (Buckingham). Join us at 6 p.m. and “We will never forget the spirit of sacrifice shown by our World War II veterans on order your dinner from the menu (indi- that day,” added Memoli. “We hope that many of our local veterans will join us for this The River Weekly News vidual checks) before the meeting. RSVP solemn occasion.” to LaVon Koenig at 303-5849 or by Veterans who wish to attend are asked to respond to Alyssa DeLora at 938-7826. Call 415-7732 email at [email protected] Arts of the Inland is a 501(c)3 non- profit umbrella arts organization repre- senting painters, photographers, crafts- Hortoons men, writers, actors, dancers, musicians, singers and theatre support staff in the inland area of south Florida. AOI wel- comes supporters of the arts and culture as patron members also. For further information about the Arts of the Inland, visit www.artsoftheinland. com or call LaVon Koenig, president at Arts of the Inland, at 303-5849. Individual memberships begin at $25.

Send your editorial copy to: [email protected] THE RIVER - MAY 16, 2014 7 such as healthy meals and adequate adult No Limit Poker supervision. Our clubs are where those kids need to be, spending their summer Tournament days engaging in educational activities and other programs that we ensure cre- Seeking Sponsors ate positive outcomes for our members canlon Auto Group has signed on both in school and the community.” to be the World Champion Sponsor Space for the tournament is limited, so Sof this year’s Texas Hold ‘Em No early registration is encouraged. To regis- Limit Poker Tournament, scheduled ter, visit www.bgclcpoker.org. Registration for Saturday, June 21 at 5 p.m. at the will be based on a first-come, first-serve Crowne Plaza Hotel, located at 13051 basis. No player substitutions will be per- Bell Tower Drive in Fort Myers. mitted. Players must be 21 years old or Additional sponsors for the event older to play. include Total Electric Contracting, Knox For more information about the Business Solutions, the Law Firm of BGCLC, call 334-1886 or visit www. BGCLC.net. David Goldberg, Northwestern Mutual, Dealers for the 2014 BGCLC Poker Tournament, which will be held on June 21 Owen Ames and Kimble, Quattrone and Associations, and Charlie Todd p.m. Players are asked to arrive early and academically focused activities to ensure Investment Consulting. be seated before the start of the tourna- more than 400 of its members continue “We’re tremendously thankful for the ment. Prizes include $2,000 for first to make positive gains in their education From page 1 support we’ve gained from local busi- place, $750 for second and $250 for and high-yield learning opportunities nesses,” said Justin Stockman, event third. to promote creativity and participation Pre-K Summer chair and BGCLC board member. “It’s a The entry fee for the tournament will in the arts. Free, nutritious lunches and great feeling knowing that we’re working be a donation of $100 if registered in snacks will also be provided daily dur- Arts Camp together as a community of individuals May and $125 if registered in June. All ing the camps to keep tummies full and Campers must turn 5 by September who believe in the success of our youth.” other guests not participating in the tour- minds sharp, while daily recreation and 1 in order to be eligible. The cost is There are still two tables left to spon- nament will be $25 each. sports sessions will help youth stay active $160 per week for Alliance members sor for $1,000 each as well opportuni- “This is a must-attend event for any and healthy. or $200 per week for non-members. ties to either be a Card Sponsor for poker player,” added Stockman. “The “While our clubs are commonly known Members can get four or more weeks $2,500 or High Roller Chip Sponsor best part is you don’t have to be a great to provide positive after-school programs for $145 per week. Early drop off and for $2,000. For more information about poker player to play because it’s all about to the community’s at-risk youth, we late pick up are available. Register online these available sponsorships, contact having some fun and supporting our also continue our mission to inspire and at www.ArtInLee.org. To learn more Justin Stockman at 246-5943 or justin@ community’s youth and their futures.” enable these young people even through about Summer Arts Camp options at the swfltrial.com. According to Stockman, all event pro- the summer months when academic Alliance call 939-2787 or contact Brandi Benefiting the Boys & Girls Clubs of ceeds will benefit the BGCLC’s Summer retention is critical,” said Shannon Lane, Couse at [email protected]. Lee County, the special event will begin Enrichment Programs that address the chief professional officer of the BGCLC. The Alliance for the Arts is located at with a cocktail reception at 5 p.m. imme- “summer learning loss” experienced by “Unfortunately, when school doors close, 10091 McGregor Boulevard just south of diately followed by the tournament at 6 at-risk and underserved youth. With the many children struggle to access educa- Colonial Boulevard in Fort Myers. funds, the clubs will be able to provide tional opportunities as well as basic needs

the Lee Republican Women Federated Instructor Tom Riti is a former TV Local Woman meetings on the second Monday of every newscast producer and videotape editor, month at the Edison Restaurant in Fort having worked at WWSB in Sarasota for Selected District Myers. Visit www.leerepublicanwomen. three years. He is also a retired NJ state com. certified secondary education teacher Representative with nine years of professional experi- ape Coral resident Carmen ence teaching TV Production in a public Salomé was selected Florida high school setting. He is an expert CFederation of Republican Women user of Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe District Representative for 7 South TV Production After Effects, Adobe Ultra and Adobe at the Spring Conference held in Photoshop. Tallahassee in March. District represen- Classes Offered This class is open to high school stu- tatives are nominated and supported by dents through senior citizens. The mini- the Republican women federated clubs At Lab Theater mum class size is six students (to fill nec- in those district areas. However, when essary studio positions) and the maximum he Laboratory Theater announced class size is nine. Each class meets once the past representative could no lon- a new class for actors, aspiring ger fulfill the duties, the search for her a week for three weeks, with 1.5 hours Tvideographers and technical the- each session. replacement ensued. ater enthusiasts. Salomé is active with the Lee Beginning TV Production will be held Beginning TV Production – Students from 5:30 to 7 p.m. with sessions on Republican Women Federated Club and will produce a “live on tape” multicam- a member of the Lee County Executive May 13, 20 and 27. Cost is $100 per era TV program featuring two anchors. person. Committee. She currently serves as the Techniques taught: multicamera switch- Community Engagement Committee Carmen Salomé Advanced TV Production will be held ing, real-time B-Roll video insert, camera from 7:15 to 8:45 p.m. with sessions on chairperson for the women’s group. family values and hard work were the composition and framing, teleprompter “It seemed like a good fit for me. I love way of life for me growing up. I can tell May 13, 20 and 27. Cost is $125 per operation, audio manipulation, three- person. meeting other like-minded women and you stories of many family members point lighting basics. sharing the positive Republican message that came to the U.S. to make a bet- Members of the Lab Theater enjoy a Advanced TV Production – Students 10 percent discount on classes and work- with the community” explained Salomé. ter life for their families. Coming to the will produce a “live on tape” multicam- “I look forward to meeting the women of United States was the only hope many shops. Students can register or get more era newscast featuring several anchors. information by calling 218-0481 or by the other federated clubs in this district had to get a job, own a home and send Techniques taught: multicamera switch- and work toward expanding the member- their children to college – isn’t that the emailing education@laboratorytheaterflor- ing, real-time B-Roll video insert, camera ida.com. Students may also register and ship of the clubs.” American dream we all want? So it’s composition and framing including real- Salomé hopes that her Hispanic back- confusing to me to hear Latinos live and pay online by following the link on www. time camera movement, teleprompter laboratorytheaterflorida.com/education. ground will help open and begin dialog voice conservative values, yet vote for operation, audio manipulation, three- with community members to share how candidates that do not reflect those val- point lighting basics, greenscreen compo- closely Hispanic values and philosophies ues.” sition and insert, basic newscast package resemble the same values and philoso- Salomé welcomes anyone to attend authoring, editing and insert. phies of the Republican party. “Strong 8 THE RIVER - MAY 16, 2014

Take a moonlit guided tour of the Edison Ford gardens on Saturday at 7 p.m. music and new energy to the historic Along The River streets of downtown Fort Myers. Music n Friday, May 16, Music Walk Walk was conceived as a sister event to returns to Fort Myers’ historic the popular first Friday Art Walk which brings out over 2,000 people during off- ORiver District. It begins at 7 p.m., On Saturday, CROW presents Rescue & Release - A Collection of Stories from the Last 14 rain or shine. peak months. For more information, call 645-6457. Years. Pictured is a white pelican that was successfully rehabilitated and released (taken Downtown comes alive every month by an unmanned camera) with live music on the third Friday. More Also on Friday, from 7 to 9 p.m., than a dozen participating venues fea- Fort Myers Wild Pottery presents site. Class is beginner to intermediate Foundation’s Marine Science Center ture music by local and regional talent. a Wild Pottery class at the Riverside level of instruction. Focus is on sculptural offers tours of San Carlos Island’s com- Restaurants, bars, art galleries and shops Community Center. Pay as you go at techniques and hand building, with some mercial fishing fleet. The three-hour showcase a wide range of music during $10 per class. The first class is $20 and wheel throwing. guided tour starts at 9 a.m. Music Walk. From jazz and blues, to rock includes 25 pounds of clay, eight pot- Every Mondays at Riverside, the pub- It includes a one-and-a-half hour guid- and percussion, each month brings great tery tools and glazes. Pieces are fired on lic is invited to its USA Dance Ballroom ed visit at the museum, which contains a dance lessons and social dance. Lessons touch tank, a hands-on beach area and Tropical Fabrics Scrapbook Papers are from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. followed by several aquariums and exhibits. The tour the social dance at 7:30 p.m. Cost is $5 continues with a visit to the commercial Novelty Yarn Children’s Crafts per person for one or both sessions. fishing industry, including Erickson & Quilting Art Supplies The Riverside Community Center is Jensen Supply House, Trico Shrimp load- located at 3061 East Riverside Drive, ing dock and Beach Seafood. See how Notions Shell Crafts Fort Myers. For more information, call the boats are unloaded, the trawl doors Beads Gifts Joel Loeper at 574-8400. are build, the shrimp nets are hand-sewn, On Saturday, May 17 at 7 p.m., the seafood is processed, and other Edison & Ford Winter Estates pres- important factors used in this unique mil- ents Garden Walk: Moonlight Gardens. lion dollar industry. 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2163 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island, Fl 339573957 • PPh:hh: 2239.472.0606339 472 0606 • wwwwww.SanibelIslandCow.com SanibelIslandCow com 10 THE RIVER - MAY 16, 2014 Meeting, 6:30 p.m. Spanish); Wednesday 9:30 a.m., Eucharist Daily early learning center/day care Churches/Temples CYPRESS LAKE with Healing. Child care available at RIVER OF LIFE ASSEMBLY OF GOD ALL FAITHS UNITARIAN PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Saturday 5 p.m. and Sunday 9:30 a.m. 21580 River Ranch Rd, Estero CONGREGATION (UUA) 8260 Cypress Lake Drive, Fort Myers, services. 239-495-0400, Senior Pastor: Todd Weston Where diversity is treasured 481-3233. www.clpc.us. JESUS THE WORKER 8 and 9:45 a.m Services; 11:30 a.m. 2756 McGregor Blvd, Fort Myers Clint Cottrell, pastor CATHOLIC CHURCH: Legacy Service, multi-generational Sunday Services at 9 and 11 a.m. Prayer Service 8 a.m., Praise 9 a.m., 881 Nuna Avenue, Fort Myers, 481-1143 SAMUDRABADRA BUDDHIST CENTER Adult Education Workshop at 10 a.m. Children’s Church 9 a.m., Traditional 11 Masses Friday and Saturday, 7 p.m.; Meditation classes. All are welcome. The Reverend Margaret L. Beard, Minister a.m. Summer: Prayer Service 8 a.m. Sunday, 8 and 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Guided meditations offering many meth- 239-226-0900 – www.allfaiths-uc.org Combined Traditional/Praise 10 a.m. KINGDOM LIFE CHURCH ods for relaxing the body and focusing ALL SAINTS BYZANTINE RITE CYPRESS LAKE UNITED 2154 McGregor Boulevard, the mind on virtuous objects to bring CATHOLIC CHURCH METHODIST CHURCH Fort Myers, 218-8343 increasing peace and happiness into 10291 Bayshore Rd., N. Fort Myers 8570 Cypress Lake Drive, Fort Myers, Pastor Randy and Anita Thurman daily activity. For information, class times Divine Liturgy is on Sun. at 10:30 a.m.; 482-1250, 10:30 a.m. Sunday Service and locations call 567-9739 or visit www. Rosary begins at 10 a.m. 8 and 11 a.m. Sunday Traditional Service All are welcome. MeditationInFortMyers.org. Lenten services (Presanctifi ed Liturgy) 9:30 a.m. Praise Service LAMB OF GOD SAINT COLUMBKILLE will be on Wed. evenings at 6 p.m. start- Sunday School all times LUTHERAN/EPISCOPAL CHURCH CATHOLIC CHURCH ing on Feb. 22. Administrator is Very Rev. FAITH FELLOWSHIP WORLD Corner Cypress View Drive and Koreshan 12171 Iona Road, Fort Myers, off Peter Lickman, ph. 305-651-0991. We OUTREACH MINISTRIES Boulevard, Three Oaks area, McGregor and north of Gladiolus. are a Church of the Eastern Catholic or 6111 South Pointe Boulevard, Fort Myers, Fort Myers, 267-3525 489-3973 Father Joseph Clifford. Byzantine Rite, 1.5 mi. east of Int. 75. 278-3638. Sunday Worship, 10:30 a.m.; Walter Fohs, pastor; Becky Robbins- Weekly masses: ANNUNCIATION GREEK Voice of Faith, WCRN 13.50 AM Radio, Penniman, associate pastor Monday through Saturday 8 a.m. ORTHODOX CHURCH Sunday, 1:30 p.m.; Thursday Service, 7:30 Sunday worship services: Weekend masses: Saturday 3 and 5 p.m.; 8210 Cypress Lake Drive, Fort Myers p.m.; Friday Youth Service, 7:30 p.m. 8 a.m. Early Grace Traditional Sunday: 7, 9,11, and 5:30 p.m. Reverend Fr. Dean Nastos, Proistamenos Nursery care for pre-school children and 9 a.m. Awesome Grace Contemporary Reconciliation is available at the church on Orthros Service Sunday 9 a.m. Children’s Church for ages 5-12 available 10:30 a.m. Classic Grace Traditional Saturdays at noon and by appointment Divine Liturgy Sunday 10 a.m. at each service. 8:45 & 10 a.m. Sunday School God’s SAINT JOHN THE APOSTLE www.annunciation.fl.goarch.org FAITH UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Group METROPOLITAN COMMUNITY CHURCH 239-481-2099 15690 McGregor Boulevard NEW BEGINNINGS CENTER 3049 Mcgregor Boulevard, Fort Myers, BETH SHILOH Fort Myers, 482-2030 New Home Church, 8505 Jenny Cae 344-0012 Pastor Reverend Steve Filizzi MESSIANIC SYNAGOGUE Pastor: David Stauffer. Lane, North Fort Myers, 239-656-0416 An Affirming & Inclusive Congregation 15675 McGregor Boulevard, 437-3171 Traditional services 8:45 a.m.; Weekly Friday Meeting Meet & Greet: 6:30 Sunday Services, 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. Rabbi: Judah Hungerman Contemporary, 10:30 a.m. p.m. Kingdom Teaching: 7 p.m. Fellowship Mid-Week Service, Wednesday 6:30 p.m. Friday Service, 8 p.m., Saturday Service, Go south on McGregor Boulevard. The and refreshments after service. nbcmin- SAINT MICHAEL LUTHERAN 11 a.m. Shabbat School Saturday Morning, church is ½ mile past the intersection of [email protected], www.facebook. CHURCH & SCHOOL (LCMS) Adult Hebrew Classes. Gladiolus and San Carlos Boulevard on com/nbcministry. Alex & Patricia Wiggins, 3595 Broadway, Fort Myers, Call for information on full program. the way to Sanibel. Ministers 239-939-1218, Worship: Saturday 5:30 BREAD OF LIFE MINISTRIES FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST, SCIENTIST NEW COVENANT EYES CHURCH p.m., Sunday 8 & 10:45 a.m. Bible Study CHURCH OF GOD 2390 West First Street, next door to Edison See Clearly. Meeting monthly at 9 a.m. at for adults and children Sunday at 9:15 16581 McGregor Boulevard, 267-3166 Estates. the Elks Lodge. 1900 Park Meadows Drive, a.m. Phone for other dates & times. Just past the Tanger Outlet Mall Sunday Morning Service and Sunday Fort Myers, FL 33907. 239-220-8519 Plus Marriage Enrichment, Divorcecare, Pastor: Barry Lentz, 281-3063 School, 10:30 a.m.; Wednesday Evening Pastor Alan Bondar Griefshare. Sunday Worship, 10:30 a.m. Testimony Meeting, 5:30 p.m. Child care www.newcovenanteyes.com SAINT PETER LUTHERAN CHURCH Wednesday Bible Study, 7 p.m. provided at all services. Visit our Reading Wear what you want, rockin’ music, rele- 3751 Estero Boulevard, Fort Myers Beach, CHABAD LUBAVITCH Room for quiet study at: 2281 First Street, vant teaching, LIFT Kidz program, free cof- 239-463-4251, www.stpeterfmb.com. OF SW FLORIDA ORTHODOX River District. www.time4thinkers.com, fee & donuts, people who are real, church Sunday worship service at 9:30 a.m. 5620 Winkler Road, Fort Myers www.christiansciencefortmyers.com, that’s actually fun. SAINT NICHOLAS MONASTERY Rabbi Yitzchok Minkowicz www.christianscience.com NEW HOPE BAPTIST CHURCH Church and Bookstore:111 Evergreen 433-7708, E-mail: [email protected] FIRST CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE OF FORT MYERS Road (southwest corner of Evergreen Web site: www.chabadswf.org 13545 American Colony Boulevard 16120 San Carlos Boulevard, Unit 10 Road and Gail Street.) Liturgical services Services: Friday 6:30 p.m.; Saturday off Daniels Parkway in the Colony, 239-985-8503 conducted in English and Church Slavonic; Kabbalah class 9 a.m.; Fort Myers, 936-2511 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for all ages following the Julian (Old) Calendar. Shacharit 10 a.m.; Kiddush at noon Pastor: Reverend Joey Brummett 11 a.m Sunday Morning Worship. Liturgical Services: Sundays and Holy Minyan: Monday and Thursday 7 a.m. Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.; Morning 7 p.m. Wednesday Evening Bible Study Days: Hours at 9:30 a.m. Holy Liturgy at CHAPEL OF CYPRESS COVE Worship, 10:30 a.m.; Sunday Evening, 6 NEW HOPE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 10 a.m. Call to confirm service schedule: 10200 Cypress Cove Circle Fort Myers p.m.; Wednesday Family Night, 7 p.m. 3825 McGregor Boulevard. Fort Myers 239-997-2847; Bookstore: 239-691-1775 239-850-3943, Located at Cypress Cove FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Pastor Eddie Spencer or visit www.saintnicholasmonastery.org. Retirement Center on HealthPark Campus in the Downtown Fort Myers River District 8 & 9:30 a.m. Traditional Worship ST. VINCENT DE PAUL CATHOLIC An ecumenical non-denominational com- 2466 First Street, Fort Myers, FL 33901 11 a.m. Contemporary Worship COMMUNITY munity of believers. 239-332-1152, www.fumcftmyers.org 8, 9:30 & 11 a.m. Sunday School 13031 Palm Beach Blvd (3 miles east of Sunday Worship Service, 10 a.m. Sunday: 9 a.m. Contemporary Worship Youth and Children’s programming runs I75) East Fort Myers (across from Ft Myers Wednesday Bible Study, 7 p.m. 9 a.m. and 10 a.m. Sunday School concurrent to Sunday services. Shores) 239 693 0818 Reverendt Ted Althouse, Pastor 9:45 a.m. Coffee Fellowship Nursery care provided at all services Weekday masses: 9 a.m. Tuesday-Friday [email protected] 10:30 a.m. Traditional Worship 274-1230. For more information visit: Weekend masses: 4 p.m. Saturday CHURCH OF THE CROSS 5 p.m. Youth Program www.newhopefortmyers.org Sunday 9 & 11 a.m. All Are Welcome! 13500 Freshman Lane; 768-2188 FORT MYERS CHRISTIAN CHURCH PEACE COMMUNITY CHURCH SOUTHWEST BAPTIST CHURCH Pastor: Bud Stephens; A nondemonima- (DISCIPLES OF CHRIST) A STEPHEN Meets at Fort Myers Beach Masonic 16940 McGregor Boulevard, tional church emphasizing a personal rela- MINISTRIES CONGREGATION Lodge Fort Myers, 454-3336 tionship with Jesus Christ. 5916 Winkler Road, Fort Myers, 437-4330 17625 Pine Ridge Road, Robert G. Kasten, Pastor Sunday Service: 9:15 a.m. Traditional, Reverend Mark Condrey, Pastor Fort Myers Beach 267-7400. Sunday Worship Service 11 a.m. 10:45 Contemporary. Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m. Pastors Bruce Merton, Gail & RC Fleeman Nursery available CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH Church School: 9:15 a.m. Adult Discussion Classes: 9-10 AM 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for all ages 1619 Llewellyn Drive Fort Myers FORT MYERS CONGREGATIONAL Countdown to Worship (praise music): Junior Church grades one to five Just off McGregor across from the Edison/ UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST: 10:10 AM Wee Church Pre-K to K Ford Winter Estates 334-4978 8210 College Parkway, Fort Myers, Amazing Grace Worship: 10:30 AM Evening Service 6 p.m. Pastor: Douglas Kelchner 482-3133. Philip White, pastor Phone 267-7400 Fax 267-7407 Wednsday Service 6 p.m. Worship times Sunday’s 9 and 10:30 a.m. Morning Worship: 10 a.m. Web site: peacecommunitychurch.com TEMPLE BETHEL SYNAGOGUE Website: www.taecc.com Church School: 10:15 a.m. e-mail: [email protected] 16225 Winkler Rd. 433-0018. COVENANT PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Adult Forum: 11:30 a.m. PEACE LUTHERAN CHURCH Rabbi Jeremy Barras 2439 McGregor Boulevard, 334-8937 IONA-HOPE EPISCOPAL Sunday Worship at 9:30am. E-mail: [email protected] Rev. Dr. Jeffrey DeYoe, Senior Pastor CONGREGATION Peace is a member of the ELCA. Cantorial soloist: Lawrence Dermer Reverend David Dietzel, Pastor Emeritus. 9650 Gladiolus Drive, Fort Myers 454- We celebrate weekly communion with tra- Temple educator: Dale Cohen, MaEd, RJE Traditional Sunday service 10 a.m. Nursery 4778 The Reverend Dr. John S. Adler, ditional liturgy, organ and choir. Shabbat Services, Friday, 6:15 p.m. available pastor. 15840 McGregor Boulevard, Fort Myers Torah Study, Saturday, 9:15 a.m. CYPRESS LAKE BAPTIST CHURCH Weekly services: On the way to Sanibel. 239-437-2599, Religious Education; Sunday School and 8400 Cypress Lake Drive, Fort Myers, Saturday 5 p.m., Eucharist with Healing www.peaceftmyers.com, Midweek classes, Preschool Classes, 481-5442 Randy A. Alston, Reverend. Sunday 8 a.m., Holy Eucharist, Rite One; [email protected]. Monday through Friday Web site: www. Sunday Services: Bible study, 9:45 a.m. 9:30 a.m., Family Eucharist with Healing REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH templebethel.com Affiliated: Union for Morning Worship, 11 a.m., Evening and Church School 3950 Winkler Ext., Fort Myers, 274-0143 Reform Judaism Worship, 7 p.m., Wednesday Prayer Tuesday 9:30 a.m., Morning Prayer (in 8:15 and 10:15 a.m. Sunday Services continued on page 11 THE RIVER - MAY 16, 2014 11 From page 10 ers.org. WESTMINSTER PRESBYTERIAN Israel Scouts Friendship Caravan Churches/Temples CHURCH TEMPLE JUDEA (CONSERVATIVE) 9065 Ligon Court, Fort Myers, across 14486 A&W Bulb Road, Fort Myers, from HealthPark Hospital, 481-2125 433-0201, Rabbi: Rabbi Marc Sack Senior Pastor: Robert Brunson Minyan: Monday at 9 a.m. Sunday Service: 9:30 a.m. Sunday School Religious Education: Sunday mornings for all ages. 11 a.m. Blended Worship and Wednesday evenings Services: Friday www.westminsterfortmyers.org night at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday morning at WORD OF LIFE CHURCH 9 a.m. Web site: www.tjswfl.org 2120 Collier Ave, Fort Myers, 274-8881; THE NEW CHURCH Services: Sunday 10 a.m.; Wednesday 7 The New Church of SWFL is located p.m. Bishop Gaspar and Michele Anastasi 10811 Sunset Plaza Circ. #401, behind ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH Zoomers. Rev. Gabriella Cahaley offici- 7401 Winkler Road, Fort Myers, 481-4040, ates worship services on Sundays at 11 Pastor Peter Weeks. Sunday Services: a.m. during the season. Other worship 8:30 a.m. Traditional, 10 a.m. Blended. events are held on the beach in Fort Myers Beach. See our webpage http://www.new- churchflorida.com/ or call for more informa- From page 1 tion 239-481-5535. UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST Intimate CHURCH FORT MYERS 13411 Shire Lane (off Daniels Parkway Production one mile west of I-75). Minister: The Reverend Allison Farnum. Sunday services Director Brittney Brady said, “This and religious education at 10:30 a.m. For may be our most intimate production information on all church events call 561- yet.” 2700 or visit www.uucfm.org. Original music for the play is com- UNITY OF BONITA SPRINGS posed and performed by Philip Heubeck. Family Service 10 to 11 a.m. Healing Circle The play contains adult language. Israel Scouts Friendship Caravan makes its third appearance in Fort Myers in June 11 a.m. Hospitality and Fellowship, 11 a.m. Ghostbird Theatre Company is the Inspiring lesson, uplifting and dynamic resident theater company of the Sidney & n Tuesday, June 24 at 7 p.m., the Israel Scouts Friendship Caravan returns music, meditation in a loving environment. to Fort Myers. It will be the third appearance in Fort Myers for the scouts, Service held at 28285 Imperial Street, Berne Davis Art Center. Bonita Springs. Call 947-3100. Tickets are $10 and are available at Owho put on an energetic performance, singing and dancing on stage with UNITY OF FORT MYERS the art center ticket office or online at their audience. 11120 Ranchette Rd, Fort Myers www.sbdac.com. Doors open at 7 p.m. Teenagers who participate in caravan come from throughout Israel. They go Sunday Services 9:15 and 11 a.m. with a cash bar and the play begins at through an extensive selection process and are chosen based on their maturity and the Children’s Sunday School 11 a.m. 8 p.m. The Sidney & Berne Davis Art fluency of their English, as well as their ability to sing and dance. Reverend Jim Rosemergy. Our God is Center is at 2301 First Street in down- Each caravan is comprised of 10 16- and 17-year-olds entering their senior year of Love, Our religion is Oneness, Our Race is town Fort Myers. high school, plus two advisors who are post-army service. Human. 239-278-1511, www.unityoffortmy- The program in Fort Myers is sponsored jointly by Temple Judea, Temple Beth El and the Jewish Federation of Lee and Charlotte Counties. Temple Judea is located at 11486 A & W Bulb Road in Fort Myers. Call 433-0201 included in the August Love That Dress! for additional information. Spada-thon event, which is open to the public. All proceeds benefit PACE. Woods at 281-7378 or at judiwoods2@ Kickoff Event Last year, Spada played a large part The Quarter earthlink.net or go to www.footstepsto- ove That Dress! is the ultimate feel- in the more than $130,000 raised at the thefuture.org. good girls night out shopping spree main event, as well as having the high- Auction Benefit est fundraising dress collection event by Lof the year benefiting PACE Center n Thursday, May 15, Footsteps Lake Kennedy Senior Center bringing in $11,500. This year, the goal For Girls of Lee County. This year, Lee to the Future invites the public County is celebrating its sixth year of is $10,000. Spada is requesting your sup- Bus Trip To port by making a cash donation, donating Oto attend the Quarter Auction. providing high fashion at reasonable costs an auction item and/or attending the Have fun and help support education at to all the fashionistas in the Southwest the same time. Admission is free. The Miami Museum Florida area. This year’s event will take event. An estimated 800 fashionistas (and Quarter Auction takes place from 6 to 9 place on Wednesday, August 27 from p.m. in the Fellowship Hall of Cypress Of Science 5 to 9 p.m. at The Embassy Suites in a few brave men) are expected to stake Lake Presbyterian Church, 8260 he Kennedy Kruisers are off to Estero. their claim on thousands of new and gen- Cypress Lake Drive in Fort Myers. explore the Patricia and Phillip Kicking off the race for Love That tly worn dresses and accessories selling A Quarter Auction is a game where Frost Miami Museum of Science on Dress!6 is the 5th annual Spada-thon. for nominal prices at LTD!6. Guests will T bidders play for prizes valued at $15 to Thursday, May 22. Gather up one or more new or gently also enjoy the event’s popular silent auc- $50 or even higher. You have a chance The first destination during this bus used dresses and join Spada Salon & Day tion, camaraderie, and cocktails. Major to win great prizes for just quarters. All excursion will be Dutch treat lunch/ Spa, located at 13161 McGregor Blvd sponsors will have access to the VIP proceeds from auction paddle rentals, shopping at the Bayside Marketplace. in Fort Myers on Tuesday, May 20 from shopping offering private dressing rooms, half of 50/50 tickets and your voluntary At the museum, participants will see a 4 to 8 p.m. for their 5th annual Love clothing hold, express check-out service, donations go to Footsteps to the Future little bit of everything with the Science That Dress! Spada-thon dress collection complimentary adult beverages and hors (FTTF) Tutoring Program. Smorgasbord, which includes a guided party to benefit PACE Center For Girls. d’oeuvres and a private selection of deca- There will be a diverse group of 20 exploration of the featured exhibits, nine This year’s event includes $20 wet hair dent chocolates. In addition, White House vendors offering jewelry, art, handbags, planets and counting planetarium show, cuts, $10 kids cuts, $15 mini manicures, Black Market is again the Title Sponsor, handmade soaps, cookware, sandals and bones live theater show. $5 brow waxing, $15 chair massages, offering new dresses, accessories, shoes and one-of-a-kind novelties. Some of the Guests are asked to arrive by 7:45 silent auction and various vendors selling and handbags at unbelievable bargain FTTF women will also be vendors. All will a.m. prior to the 8 a.m. departure. The their products while donating a portion prices. offer items for you to bid on and have approximate return time is 6:30 p.m. of the sales back to PACE. Food, wine For additional information, contact items to purchase from their tables. Cost is $50 for members and $55 for and music by Robert McDonald with New Kendra Sutton at LoveThatDress6@ gmail.com or 910-6414, or Jennifer The cost is $3 for an auction paddle. non-members. Preregistration is required. Beginnings Events will round out the Bring a roll or two of quarters for bidding. night. Nelson at JenniferNelson@goodwillswfl. There will be a 50/50 drawing (50 per- Lake Kennedy Senior Center Admission is one or more new or gen- org or 822-8708. cent goes to FTTF). Pizza and beverages is located at 400 Santa Barbara tly used dresses, handbags, accessories or will be available for purchase. Boulevard in Cape Coral. For more shoes. Beach-to-bridal are accepted. In Footsteps to the Future is a mentoring information, call 574-0575. lieu of a donated item, guest may donate and academic achievement program for $5 to PACE Center For Girls. The young women in and aged out of foster dresses and accessories collected will be care. For more information, contact Judi 12 THE RIVER - MAY 16, 2014 I ran as far as Boca Grande both search- Tarpon Fishing Still ing the sound and out along the beaches during the calmer periods without seeing Proving Frustrating more than one rolling or free jumping tarpon here and there. Picking up the For Most Anglers phone in desperation to call other cap- by Capt. tains everyone is having the same issue: Matt Mitchell Where are the fish? Fishing in the what appears to be ith the clearer and better quality water in San tarpon bite Carlos Bay seems to be the better option. Wstill slow Although there are not lots of fish in the and what seems southern sound right now, at least you’re like never end- going to see a few. Spending your time ing strong south anchored up rather than running all over winds, anglers had town to find what is just not there is the to make changes better bet. to their plans and Most of my tarpon sightings in the find other options southern sound seem to be coming later if they wanted to catch fish. This spring in the day and not the usual early morn- continues to be one of the strangest ing tarpon activity we are used to. On springs I have ever spent fishing our three tarpon trips this week, I hooked area. Dirty stirred-up water in the sound only one tarpon, and that was on an from all the wind we have been experi- afternoon trip. Luckily, there are lots of Dr. Dan from Kentucky with a 37-inch snook caught while mangrove fishing with Capt. Matt Mitchell encing and the noticeable lack of shiners sharks around to at least bend the rods, are just a few of the issues that have but basically to even have a chance, you Catch-and-release snook fishing has around the passes, deeper mangrove made consistent fishing hard to locate. have to be patient and a little lucky. This been the “go to” for me this week. points and oyster bars. When you can Every fishing guide I talk to is dealing year’s tarpon season so far has been a Strong morning incoming tides had the find fast moving current and the wind with the exact same situation of the big disappointment. With late cold fronts, snook eating basically any live bait you moving in the same direction as the tide, frustration of going out after tarpon and hopefully everything is just late to get could put on a hook. Pinfish, shiners and the snook are there and hungry. All the simply not locating any numbers of fish. started and the tarpon will suddenly show threadfins all caught snook ranging in local passes are also starting to load up Twice this week while tarpon fishing, up in huge numbers. size from 22 inches to 38 inches. When with good numbers of snook along with a using bigger baits, switch up to the bigger few redfish and some bigger trout. After spinning tackle if you want any chance of was has been a very average or worse stopping these bigger snook from getting than average bite for the last few months, Send Us Your Fish Tales around the structure. This heavier tackle this is some much needed action and will shorten the fight time too and allow great to see so many snook around. he River Weekly would like to hear from anglers about their catches. these big pre-spawn females to swim off Capt. Matt Mitchell has been fish- Send us details including tackle, bait and weather conditions, date of not as exhausted. ing local waters since he moved to Tcatch, species and weight, and include photographs with identification. Good numbers of snook have been Sanibel in 1980. He now lives in St. Drop them at the River Weekly, 1609 Hendry Street, Suite 15, Fort Myers, located anywhere from the beaches in to James City and works as a back coun- Florida 33901, or email to [email protected]. the middle sound. Target these fish on try fishing guide. If you have com- blown down trees on the beaches, docks ments or questions, email captmatt- CLEAR YOUR GEAR [email protected]. 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CallC on Paint Prices 472-3380 • 466-3344 DaveDave DoaneDoane THE RIVER - MAY 16, 2014 13 CROW Case Of The Week: For the first week, he was fed a nutrient-rich formula several times each Nine-Banded Armadillo day. “He is not eating on his own yet, by Patricia Molloy but we just introduced him to cat food and meal worms. I just sprinkled a few ne of the most fascinating bits in a dish and he furiously sniffed mammals in the United them,” said Dr. Kristin encouragingly. OStates is the nine-banded The next step in its natural develop- armadillo (dasypus novemcinc- ment, explained Dr. Heather, was to tus). Named for the number of introduce a litter box to its environ- breaks in the leathery armor that ment. Proficient diggers in the wild, protects its body, the nine strips armadillos use their long, sharp claws of skin add flexibility to an other- to dig for insects and larvae to eat wise taut hide. and to create underground burrows in One of the most interesting which to live. Burrows can reach 20 facts about these creatures is that, feet in length and usually contain one like the Virginia opossum, the nine-banded armadillo large section that is used as a bedroom; has a developed a unique defense mechanism. Whereas an armadillo will fill that area with the opossum will play dead when it feels threatened, the leaves to make a comfortable bed. armadillo will jump three to four feet straight into the air “We filled a shallow plastic container when startled. It is believed that the sudden reflex scares with dirt and he uses it as a litter pan. away potential predators in the wild. Unfortunately, this We put meal worms in it and he has a very same springing action has resulted in armadillos blast! It is huge, wonderful enrichment jumping into the undercarriage of moving vehicles, most for these guys,” said Dr. Heather. often with fatal results. Since 1968, CROW has partici- A couple of weeks ago, a tiny pink-skinned armadillo pated in the rescue, rehabilitation and was admitted to CROW after being orphaned. Upon release of more than 100,000 wildlife presentation, the wildlife veterinarians discovered that patients and relies solely on charitable the baby was suffering from an upper-respiratory infec- support. tion and an intestinal disease. “When I held him up, I CROW (Clinic for the could hear his (labored) breathing,” explained Dr. Kristin. Rehabilitation of Wildlife, Inc.) is a Despite its grave physical condition, Dr. Heather non-profit wildlife hospital providing Barron, hospital director, was impressed with the arma- veterinary care for native and migra- dillo’s alert disposition. “He was so perky and he wanted tory wildlife from our local area. The to live!” Dr. Kristin recalled with glee. Dr. Heather hospital accepts patients seven days ordered a round of antibiotics and had the tiny patient a week from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mail placed in a warm incubator in the clinic’s ICU. With sup- donations to PO Box 150, Sanibel, portive care, the little guy has not only survived, but is FL 33957. Call 472-3644 or visit: growing by leaps and bounds. www.crowclinic.org. A baby nine-banded armadillo, patient #0946, quietly naps inside an incubator. In the wild, armadillos make loud grunting noises when they hunt for insects.

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Sunset Serenade Cruise Cayo Costa Beach & Shelling Enjoy live music & the fresh sea air Enjoy pristine Gulf Coast while watching a fabulous Gulf of barrier islands & explore the Mexico Sunset. The perfect way to secluded, undeveloped Cayo end the day. Costa State Park beaches only Thursday Evenings 7:00 - 8:00 PM accessible by boat. Full day & Adults $30 / Child $20 (Plus Tax) half day trips available.

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New leaves are already appearing on this mostly bare West Indian mahogany Plant Smart easily visible on the bare branch tips. This graceful tree can be as tall as 75 Trees Signal Spring feet, with a symmetrical canopy of 50 by Gerri Reaves feet. Its new growth arrives in time to provide a refuge of dappled shade in the t can take a while for newcomers to hotter months. Slash pine’s candles herald spring photos by Gerri Reaves notice the seasonal changes of South Found only in some of the state’s IFlorida. Long-time residents learn to southern counties, it is protected by law This iconic evergreen tree can reach root disturbance. recognize the rhythm of the subtropical and listed as threatened. up to 120 feet tall, with the new growth You can’t go wrong with these native seasons, although they might be more Wildlife-friendly red maple (acer reaching up, rather than out. Planted in trees, provided they’re planted in the subtle than those in northern climes. rubrum) also excels as a shade tree. a group, slash pine provides shade, food right spot and given room to develop. Native trees like the ones pictured The three- or five-lobed leaves mea- for wildlife, and pine straw for mulch. Plant Smart explores the plant life here are among the many species sure about five inches across. With the It is extremely drought tolerant and of South Florida and sustainable land- announcing spring’s arrival. arrival of the cooler months, they turn adapted to fire, but is very sensitive to scape practices. Both West Indian mahogany autumnal gold, orange and red in a rath- (Swietenia mahagoni) and red maple er “northern” way before dropping. (acer rubrum) drop their leaves in the The appearance of red maple’s new cooler months and produce new spring foliage, which follows small reddish foliage after a rest. winter flowers, is a sure sign of spring. West Indian mahogany is classified Growing to 50 feet or more, the tree as semi-deciduous, so quickly does the provides a canopy of shade in the hotter shedding and replacement of leaves months. occur. Four to eight narrow leaflets with Slash pine’s (Pinus elliottii) candles, pointed tips make up the compound or new growth, also signal spring. leaves. The dense clusters of dark-green Another notable springtime feature is needles of about eight to 10 inches long the profusion of tulip-shaped seed pods, appear at the branch ends.

who ended his fight against cancer on Redfish Chalenge February 3, 2006. Family, friends, and acquaintances of Ryan wish to continue Returning May 24 his battle with loving memory. The objec- oin Lee Memorial Health System tive of the annual fishing tournament is Foundation for a fun-filled family to build awareness of the Lee Memorial Jday of fishing at the 10th annual Health System Foundation and assist the Ryan McCleskey Redfish Challenge, children of Southwest Florida in their scheduled for Saturday, May 24 at the personal battles by donating the proceeds Marina at Cape Harbour in Cape Coral. raised to Barbara’s Friends – Golisano Entry is $250 per boat (up to four Children’s Hospital Cancer Fund. anglers), with a top prize of $1,500. This year, the Ryan McCleskey Redfish The Captain’s Meeting, featuring live Challenge is also honoring one of our music and food, will be held on Friday, very own local super heroes, Chase May 23 at the Twisted Conch in Cape Johnson, who lost his fight against T-cell Coral from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. The leukemia on March 2, 2014. Chase was tournament starts at 7 a.m., with the 8 years old. Please come out and help weigh-in cut off at 4 p.m. Participants support our fight against childhood can- will enjoy food, refreshments, music, cers and honor the memories of both chance drawing prizes and a terrific Chase and Ryan. silent auction. Proceeds benefit Barbara’s Visit www.RyansRedfishChallenge. Friends – Golisano Children’s Hospital of com or call Kristin McCleskey at 699- Southwest Florida’s Cancer Fund. 7426 for sponsorship opportunities and to register. The event honors Ryan McCleskey, Red maple re-leafs in the spring THE RIVER - MAY 16, 2014 15

Jeanne Mapes and Shari Thompson Blue Winter Second place – Lisa Gorski, Holstein Lisa Gorski Third place – Jeanne Mapes, The Great Egret Art Reception For Art Quilters Merit Award – Marci Mills, Saltwater Friends Unlimited, Alliance For The Arts In addition to featuring works from AQU, the Art & Community exhibit also he Southwest Florida Community Foundation, in partnership with the Art contains work from the Alliance for the Council of Southwest Florida, hosted an art reception at its main office in Fort Arts including acrylic, mixed media and TMyers to highlight its Art & Community April-May exhibit featuring works even vinyl records from artists Dale and from Art Quilters Unlimited and the Alliance for the Arts. Jeff Ocasio, Carol Holsopple, Alisha During the reception, artists from Art Quilters Unlimited (AQU) won awards for Koyanis and Pam Richardson. their featured work. Frank Verpoorten of the Baker Art Museum judged the AQU dis- All participating artists have pledged to plays based on artistic merit, including elements of designs (line, shape, color texture give 35 percent of any sale to the Fund for and space), the principles of design (balance, emphasis, unity, movement and propor- the Arts in Southwest Florida, which tion) and impact (the “wow” factor and creative imagination). continued on page 24 Awards were given to the following artists: Pat Smelkoff and Ken Burket First place – Bonnie Langenfeld, Opposite Landscapes: Glorious Everglades &

Marci Mills

Jeff and Dale Ocasio with Krista Johnson

Judith Anderson and Susan Hedge Frank Verpoorten, Roseline Young, Carolyn Rogers and Margie Willis 16 THE RIVER - MAY 16, 2014 sang four pieces: Mozart’s Va, l’error mio palwsa, Mitridate, re de Paoto; Aaron Copeland’s Why Do They Shut Me Out Of Heaven; Robert Franz’s I’m Herbst; and J.S. Bach’s Et Exsultavit Spiritus Meus; Magnificat. Additional awards for voice were given to 21-year-old soprano Jensine Caranto and 14-year-old tenor Luciano Marsalli. Both these competitions have been in place for many years. The Jillian Prescott is an annual event. The Marilyn Van Sickle currently occurs every other year. Both are funded by endowments set up specifically for this purpose. For more information, call 418-0996.

sive orchestral works and 15 operas. Her New World music has been praised for its dynamic, deeply inspired and vigorous contempo- Symphony rary American spirit. Her Deep Summer Music was commissioned in 1982 by the Production Minnesota Orchestra. A symphonic tone he Gulf Coast Symphony pres- poem, Larsen wrote that the piece tries ents New World Symphony, New to capture the natural beauty of the fields TSymphony Stars on Saturday, in full bloom during the summer harvest May 17 at 7 p.m. at Barbara B. Mann season in the Midwest. Performing Arts Hall. The program will The Classical Access Series is spon- sored by Culture Builds Florida, a pro- Stephanie Van Duijn Johanne Nordilus feature the ever-popular Dvorák New World Symphony, Libby Larsen’s Deep gram of the Florida Department of State, Summer Music and Barber’s Cello Division of Cultural Affairs. Symphony Society Announces Concerto in A minor (Op. 22) featuring For more information, visit www.gulf- cellist Christine Lamprea. Tickets start coastsymphony.org or call 277-1700. Competition Winners At FGCU at $22 and are available through the n April 26, the Southwest Florida Symphony Society held their annual Jillian Barbara B. Mann box office. Prescott Music Awards Competition. On the following day, they conducted Czech composer Antonín Dvorák’s Volunteers Othe Marilyn Van Sickle Voice Competition. Both events took place in the U. Symphony No. 9 in E minor, From the Tobe Recital Hall of the Bower School of Music, located on the campus of Florida New World, Op. 95, B. 178, is more Sought Gulf Coast University. popularly known as the New World he Lee County Board of County The overall winner of the Jillian Prescott Competition was 150-year-old violin- Symphony, and is one of the most popu- Commissioners is seeking applica- ist Stephanie VanDuijn. Her list of credits includes winning the Young Artist Awards lar symphonies of all. Neil Armstrong Ttions from residents who are inter- Concerto Competition and the Naples Philharmonic Youth Orchestra Concerto took a recording of it to the moon during ested in being considered for appoint- Competition. For her winning performance, she played Saint Saëns’s Introduction the Apollo 11 mission in 1969. Dvorák ment to the Lee County Human Services and Rondo, Capricioso, Opus 28. In addition to the scholarship Stephanie was composed the symphony in 1893 while Partnering For Results (PFR) Proposal awarded, she will have an opportunity to perform with the Southwest Florida he was living in the United States. The Review Panel. Symphony during its 2014-15 season. work demonstrates Dvorák’s interest in The advisory committee evaluates Instrumental music awards were also presented to Henry Pellegrino, age 19 and Iris Native American music. As a nation- proposals from non-profit organizations Wu, age 15, both for violin. In the Keyboard Category, awards went to 20-year-old alistic composer, Dvorák believed that seeking funding through the Partnering Jason Gomez and 13-year-old Noah Waddell. The Brass and Woodwinds awards went the country’s folk songs should serve as For Results Request for Proposals process to 20-year-old Gabriel Wallace, who played alto sax, and 15-year-old David Norville, the foundation for a new original school and makes funding recommendations to who played the oboe. of composition to be developed in the the Board of County Commissioners. The winner of the Marilyn Van Sickle Voice Competition was 21-year-old Johanne United States. Partnering For Results provides Nordilus. As long as she remains a music major, she will receive an annual scholar- In an article published in the New funding to qualified non-profit organi- ship to the undergraduate school of her choice for a period of four years. Johanne York Herald in December 1893, Dvorák zations by purchasing eligible services explained how Native American music that address one of the following prior- had been an influence on this sym- ity areas: Supportive Living; Activities Music Night To Feature Kirtan phony: “I have not actually used any of for Children & Youth and Emergency the (Native American) melodies. I have Assistance. simply written original themes embody- People interested in serving on this ing the peculiarities of the Indian music, advisory committee must commit to and, using these themes as subjects, have attend all meetings during the designated developed them with all the resources months of June through September. of modern rhythms, counterpoint and The process usually lasts for two to three orchestral color.” months. Applications must be received by American composer Samuel Barber May 30. completed Cello Concerto in A minor, For more information, visit http:// Op. 22, in November 1945 as a com- dhs.leegov.com/contracts/Pages/ mission by Serge Koussevitzky and ReviewPanel.aspx or contact Deanna the Boston Symphony Orchestra. Gilkerson-Carpenter at 533-7918 or Koussevitzky later said that he thought [email protected]. the work would be to the 20th century Applications may be found online what Brahms’ violin concerto was to the at http://dhs.leegov.com/contracts/ 19th century. The concerto won Barber Pages/ReviewPanel.aspx. Click on PFR the New York Music Critics’ Circle Award Review Panel Member Application 2014. in 1947, and continues to be one of the doc. Return applications to Gilkerson- Some of the traditional instruments used in Indian music most-played cello concertos. The Barber Carpenter. Cello Concerto features Columbian- n Friday, May 16 beginning at 7:30 p.m., Music Night will be hosted by American cellist Christine Lamprea, SoniYoga, 1500 Jackson Street in Fort Myers. The event will feature Kirtan, winner of the prestigious Sphinx Operforming traditional Indian “happy music.” Competition in 2013, along with a half Played every day in countless villages around India, Kirtan includes classical instru- dozen other competitions. To advertise in ments – like the harmonium, the tabla with drums and bells – joined together with gui- Another American, Libby Larsen is tar to accompany songs of all kinds, from centuries-old mantras to modern poems. one of the most prolific and most per- The River Weekly News This free event will be led by an amazing local musician and yoga teacher, Missy formed living composers. She has created Call 415-7732 Balsam. a catalogue of more than 500 works For more information about Music Night, call LaTasha Armstead of the City of Fort spanning virtually every genre, from inti- Myers Community Redevelopment Agency at 321-7100. mate vocal and chamber music to mas- THE RIVER - MAY 16, 2014 17

Leslie Morrow painting View from the 11th Floor by Katherine Boren architecture and scenery she portrays in her paintings. nine experience, Morrow works in acryl- Lopez works in oil and pastels. Her ics, oils, airbrush and mixed media. She Loneliness by Lilia Lopezf work can be found in private art collec- is a featured exhibitor with Circus Arts United, Cape Coral and Bootleggers featured in this show is supported in part tions in the United States, the Caribbean Alley Gallery in Fort Myers. Her work can ACT Gallery by an Individual Artist Arts and Culture and Latin America. She currently lives be found in public and private collections Grant from the City of Fort Myers. and paints in Miami, Key Largo and Fort throughout Southwest Florida. Exhibit And Boren is devoted to furthering the Myers. Arts for ACT Gallery provides a qual- development of the arts community in Lesley Morrow was born in 1969 in ity, contemporary exhibition gallery fea- Reception Southwest Florida. Most notably, she now Summit, New Jersey. She is an artist turing original art, limited edition prints, serves as the executive director of the whose paintings are raw and sensitive to oin Arts for ACT Gallery, located at giclees, hand-crafted fine crafts, T-shirts, Young Artists Awards program. She also the eye. Influenced by her professional 2265 First Street in downtown Fort silver and glass bead jewelry, gourd art, served as the 2009-10 president of the illustrator parents, she focused on pho- JMyers, on Friday, June 6 from 6 to tography at the School of Visual Arts in raku, clay and art cards. It is a “must see” Alliance for the Arts and currently serves 10 p.m. for the opening reception and destination for all art lovers and collec- as a member of their advisory board. New York City and at City College of San Art Walk for their June featured artists. tors, providing a unique opportunity for Boren is regularly selected as a juror for Francisco, California. Neutral Tonalities mixed media abstrac- To express her passion for the femi- everyone to learn and enjoy art. tions by artist Katherine Boren, Cuban art shows and is an annual contributor to painter Lilia Lopez and feminine portrait many local charities. artist Lesley Morrow will be featured in Cuban artist Lilia Lopez’s paintings this exhibit, which continues through capture the essence of tropical and June 30. colonial society. Her colorful paintings Katherine Boren’s current series of embody a pluralistic mix of Spanish and ^֛‘パ罃Ù^çÄݛãs®›óÝ work, entitled Neutral Tonalities, contin- Caribbean influences and motifs and ues her experimentation with multiple reflect the colorful beauty, landscape mediums in two dimensions. This new and history of the Caribbean. 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Bonita Springs. The Boys & Girls Clubs works to Each summer, the BGCLC pro- inspire and enable young people to vides 400 of its members the opportu- realize their full potential as productive, nity to participate in the clubs’ Summer responsible and caring citizens through Enrichment Programs that address the character, leadership, education and “summer learning loss” experienced by career development, health and life skills, at-risk and underserved youth. The clubs Boys & Girls Clubs kids the arts, sports, fitness and recreation. provide academically focused activities Currently, there are 1,400 members to ensure its members continue to make summer months when academic reten- across five clubs in Lee County. tion is critical,” said Shannon Lane, “My daughter has maintained the A positive gains in their education, and Anne Dalton high-yield learning opportunities to pro- chief professional officer of the BGCLC. and B honor roll and has earned several mote creativity and participation in the “Unfortunately, when school doors close, awards since she has been a member he next meeting of the Gulf Coast arts. Free, nutritious lunches and snacks many children struggle to access educa- of the club in Lehigh Acres,” said Dana Writers Association will be held on are provided daily during the camps to tional opportunities as well as basic needs Bailey. “The Boys & Girls Club truly TSaturday, May 17 from 10 a.m. keep tummies full and minds sharp, while such as healthy meals and adequate adult stands behind their motto ‘A positive until noon at Zion Lutheran Church, daily recreation and sports sessions help supervision. Our clubs are where those place for kids.’” located at 7401 Winkler Road in Fort youth stay active and healthy. kids need to be, spending their summer For more information about the Myers. The guest speaker will be Anne “While our clubs are commonly known days engaging in educational activities BGCLC or about donations, contact Dalton, Esquire. to provide positive after-school programs and other programs that we ensure cre- Shannon Lane at 334-1886 or slane@ The Law Firm of Anne Dalton pro- to the community’s at-risk youth, we ate positive outcomes for our members bgclc.net. vides professional legal services to indi- also continue our mission to inspire and both in school and the community.” viduals and businesses for contract nego- enable young people even through the Requested donations include batteries, tiation and drafting; laws of creative arts, including music, fine arts and writing; for-profit and nonprofit business and part- Can she reconnect with her mom? It’s nership formation, modification an dis- Exploring a fascinating journey as Ruby continues solution; and estate planning. The stan- her search. As she says, “At daybreak, dards upon which the firm was founded Parallel Worlds I’m going back to the tree. If it really is in 1994 guide it today: competent and by Di Saggau a wormhole, I’m about to prove string compassionate dedication to clients and theory and make science history. And community, attention to clients’ priorities, lorida author maybe, just maybe, I’ll bump into mom.” and adherence to small-town values. Cristin Bishara I was impressed with Bishara’s knowl- Dalton is also certified in family, civil, Fhas written edge of science. She cleverly works it into county and dependency mediation and a debut novel for the story as she explores the laws of time qualified as an arbitrator and federal young adults that and space, love and loss. Fellow author mediator. She provides a wide range of revolves around Megan Miranda said, “Smart, suspenseful conflict resolution services for individuals, the possibility of and completely unique, this story lingered families, extended families and businesses. exploring parallel with me long after I finished.” Experts say, “Write what you know.” lives. Cristin Bishara has an MFA in creative How do you avoid invasion of privacy, Relativity is writing. She lives in Florida with her defamation and other claims when you about Ruby Wright, husband, two girls and a rescued racing follow this advice? Learn your legal rights a young girl who is unhappy in her cur- greyhound. To learn more, go to www. and responsibilities in this highly interac- rent life. Her mother died when she was cristinbishara.com. tive class with Q-and-A. young, her father has remarried, and she The topic of the meeting is From has a step-sister that makes Cinderella’s From page 9 Cross Creek to The Help and Beyond – look like angels. This is a book of what-ifs Defamation, Invasion of Privacy, Right of told with a pleasing mixture of science Fort Myers Fare Publicity and Other Tort Legal Issues for and emotions. Uprooted from California bark has been shed, in the shape of a SUNSHINE GRILLE Writers. and being the new kid in a small Ohio large, perfect rectangle. Jabs of fear, Members and first time visitors are town is not what Ruby wants. She no quick and strong like voltage spikes, tell Formerly known as the Sunshine admitted free; guests are $5. Visit www. longer can have brownies and clever con- me I’m in danger, that I should go back. Seafood Cafe and Lounge, Sunshine gulfwriters.org or call 247-4515 for more versations with her best friend George. At the same time, I’m pulled forward by a Grille serves all of your favorite dishes for information. Her stepsister Kandy has a sign on her force that feels inescapable. The ground lunch and dinner. In addition to its previ- door that reads “Get Lost, Go Away, beneath me feels charged, a steady thrum ous menu, the restaurant is also serving Die” and she means it. of power. I take a few steps closer and gourmet flat breads prepared in a wood When Ruby notices a giant oak tree see that it’s not just a rectangle of smooth fired stove with fresh oak. Wood-fired outside in the distance, she is drawn to trunk. There are etchings all over it, and steaks fill out the menu, including a ribeye To advertise in it as if by a power beyond her control. in the middle, near the right edge, there’s and a porterhouse, to go along with the “Minutes later, I’m out of the cornfield a metal knob. It’s a door.” famous wood fired filet mignon. The River Weekly News and under the tree’s canopy of cool The tree holds the key to Ruby’s being Happy hour and live music are fea- shade. It seems taller than yesterday. able to travel to nine alternative realities tured daily. Call 415-7732 Ancient, alive. The humming is louder. each containing variations of her life. Is it 8700 Gladiolous Drive, Fort Myers. And the trunk has changed. A layer of possible for her to find a perfect world? Call 489-2233. THE RIVER - MAY 16, 2014 19 Now to the second top sports movie of the year, Million Dollar Arm: Draft Day Was Fiction, But Browns This is the tale of Rinku Singh and Dinesh Patel, who won a 2008 reality show in their native country and went on to sign professional baseball contracts with the Followed The Script Last Week Pittsburgh Pirates. by Ed Frank The movie – and the book of the same name – is scripted out of a television con- test in India that offered a prize of $100,000 to the pitcher who could throw the most e’re not in the business of reviewing movies, but last strikes over 85 mph in a 20-pitch span. That pitcher then would have the chance to week’s National Football League Draft so resembled win $1 million if he could throw three consecutive strikes of at least 90 mph. Wthe plot of the recently-released film Draft Day, star- Singh and Patel didn’t win the $1 million, but their javelin-tossing skills did pave ring Kevin Costner, that you would have thought that the their way out of poverty and into the United States where they were signed by the Cleveland Browns were following the script of this Hollywood Pirates. drama. Singh, 25, is still in the Pirates organization where he posted a 3.00 ERA with And then, right on the heels of Draft Day comes the movie the Class A West Virginia Power in 2012. He didn’t pitch last year, recovering from Million Dollar Arm that is being released today – the true story Tommy John Surgery, but hopes to be back on the mound this season. of two cricket-playing youngsters in India who were brought to Patel was released by the Bucs in 2010 and has returned to India where he is the United States in an attempt to turn them into Major League teaching baseball to youngsters to increase the awareness and talent of the sport in baseball players. that huge country. But first let’s get back to Costner’s Draft Day: Over the years, there have been dozens and dozens of movies on sports – some In this exciting movie, Costner, the grim-faced general manager of the Cleveland good and some bad, some true and some fiction. Browns, out manipulates his fellow GMs to ultimately draft the three key players he Draft Day, fiction, and Million Dollar Arm, a true story, are entertaining films that wanted as the clock clicked down to zero on the day of the NFL Draft. you will enjoy, sports fan or not. Last week, Ray Farmer, the real-life general manager of the Cleveland Browns, Miracle Start Week One Game Out of First-Place jumped through three electrifying trades to finally grab on the third trade Texas A&M Winners of five of their last seven games, the Fort Myers Miracle baseball team Quarterback Johnny Manziel, known as “Johnny Football.” began the week just one game out of first-place in the Florida State League South Here’s what Bill Livingston, columnist for the Cleveland Plain Dealer wrote: Division with a 21-16 season record. “Sonny Weaver, Jr., the wheeler-dealer of a Browns general manager in the movie The Miracle is home this weekend at Hammond Stadium hosting the 10-24 Draft Day, met his match in Farmer. The Browns hopscotched all over the draft board Daytona Cubs. The first pitch Friday is at 7:05 p.m. followed by a 6:05 p.m. game in the first round, but the payoff was the enigmatic, electrifying, polarizing and exciting Saturday, a Sunday matinee at 4:05 p.m. and an unusual Monday morning game at quarterback on the board.” 10:35 a.m.

• A helmet is the single most effective way to prevent head injury resulting from a Gear Up And Ride Safely bicycle crash ay is National Bike Safety Month, and AAA encourages both bicyclists and • Develop a family rule for helmet use and enforce it for every ride motorists to make safety a top priority. In 2012, 726 bicyclists were killed Always Follow Traffic Laws Mnationwide (a 6.5 percent increase from the previous year) and an additional • Bicycles are considered vehicles and must abide by the same traffic laws as motor- 49,000 were injured in motor vehicle crashes. Of those killed, 634 were male and ists 90 were female (two unknown). Florida continues to lead the nation for bicyclist fatali- • Obey all traffic signs and lane markings ties per million population, according to the latest data from National Highway Traffic • Signal your intentions when turning or passing Safety Administration (NHTSA). • When cycling in the street, always ride in the same direction as traffic Moreover, 69 percent of bicycle fatalities happen in urban areas, with the major- Make Yourself Visible ity of them (63 percent) occurring at non-intersections. To ensure their safety, bicycle • Wear bright colors during daylight hours riders should make it a point to always properly cross roadways at designated intersec- • Wear reflective materials on clothing and/or equipment in low-light conditions tions and never at non-intersections. • To be noticed when riding at night, use a front light and a red reflector or flashing “Aside from wearing a helmet, one the most important bike safety tips AAA highly rear light recommends is to cross at designated intersections, complemented by following traf- • Use retro-reflective tape or markings on equipment or clothing fic signal laws,” said John Pecchio, traffic safety consultant, AAA – The Auto Club Tips for Motorists Group. “Bicycle riders greatly increase their chance of being injured or killed if they • Drivers of motor vehicles need to share the road with bicyclists dart in front of vehicles or do not obey all traffic signs and signals.” • Focus exclusively on the road while driving. Distracted drivers can be deadly for Bicycles are considered vehicles and must abide by the same traffic laws as motor- bicyclists. ists. Bike riders are encouraged to wear reflective clothing and always ride in the same • Be patient and pass bicyclists only when safe to do so, leaving a 3- to 5-foot direction as traffic. AAA asks adults to set good examples for novice and young riders clearance between your vehicle and the bicyclist to help ensure they practice and follow the rules of the road. • Look before opening a car door or pulling out from a parking space; yield to bicy- AAA and NHTSA recommend four easy steps to help keep bike riders safe: clists at intersections and be especially watchful for cyclists when making turns – either Wear a Properly-Fitted Bicycle Helmet left or right • Helmets should be positioned on the head and low on the forehead, no more For information on bicycle safety, visit www.AAA.com/SafetyMatters. than two finger widths above the eyebrow

Top 10 Real Estate Sales Development City Year Built Square Footage Listing Price Selling Price Days On Market Bonita Beach Bonita Springs 1998 5,815 $3,975,000 $3,650,000 553 St. Charles Harbour Fort Myers 2007 5,492 $1,595,000 $1,450,000 241 Riverwalk Bonita Springs 1997 4,484 $1,595,000 $1,400,000 444 Idlewilde Bonita Springs 2001 3,980 $1,325,000 $1,000,000 239 No Subdivision Sanibel 1989 2,526 $1,079,900 $990,000 144 Sanctuary Point Fort Myers 2004 4,223 $849,900 $829,000 116 Ridge Bonita Springs 1996 3,438 $849,000 $825,000 14 Natures Cove Estero 2007 2,646 $685,000 $680,000 30 Grande Estates Estero 2006 3,188 $674,900 $660,000 153 Cape Coral Cape Coral 2001 3,647 $649,900 $610,000 71 Courtesy of Royal Shell Real Estate 20 THE RIVER - MAY 16, 2014 Pediatrics, finds there is a ripple effect They should talk with children about These residents are among approxi- School Smart associated with the benefits of limiting media content, explaining the purpose of mately 32,000 students, faculty, profes- by Shelley M. both screen time and media content. various media and providing overall guid- sional staff and alumni to be initiated into Greggs, NCSP There is the direct impact on sleep, ance. Even though it is very difficult to set Phi Kappa Phi each year. Membership academics and behavior, and limited limits, Gentile says that “when parents is by invitation and requires nomination ear screen time also indirectly affects body are involved, it has a powerful, protective and approval by a chapter. Only the top Shelley, mass index. The study finds that children effect across a wide range of different 10 percent of seniors and 7.5 percent D I have got more sleep if parents limited screen areas that they probably never would of juniors, having at least 72 semester such mixed feelings time, which resulted in lower risk of obe- have expected to see.” hours, are eligible for membership. about my kids using sity. Parents limiting exposure to violent Ms. Greggs is adjunct faculty at Graduate students in the top 10 percent the computer, TV media resulted in increased pro-social Edison State College where she teaches of the number of candidates for graduate and all the other behavior and lowered aggressive behavior psychology and education courses. degrees may also qualify, as do faculty, media technology seven months later. She is also Nationally Certified School professional staff, and alumni who have all day long. They Douglas Gentile, lead author and an Psychologist and consultant for School achieved scholarly distinction. enjoy using these associate professor of psychology at Iowa Consultation Services, a private educa- things and I know they learn from them State University, says the effect is not tional consulting company. Questions but somehow it does not seem healthy. immediate and that lack of immediacy for publication may be addressed to Graduate Are there guidelines about how much makes it difficult for parents to recognize [email protected]. Not all questions time kids should spend with technology? but even small changes can make a dif- submitted can be addressed through arlin Blanco-Lozano of Cape Janet F., Fort Myers ference. Researchers are not suggesting this publication. Coral graduated from the Janet, parents completely eliminate screen time, DUniversity of Dayton with a bach- Your concerns are well founded. but find a healthy balance. elor of arts degree in visual arts . The American Association of Pediatrics “As parents, we don’t even see our Phi Kappa Phi A commencement ceremony was held recommends no more than one to two children get taller and that’s a really on Sunday, May 4 at the University of hours of screen time a day for children noticeable effect. With media, what Honor Society Dayton. More than 1,400 undergradu- two years and older, however, reality far we’re often looking for is the absence of ates received degrees. exceeds those recommendations. In fact, a problem, such as a child not gaining he following local residents recent research has found that children weight, making it even more difficult to recently were initiated into the average more than 40 hours of screen notice,” Gentile says. Thonor society of Phi Kappa Phi, time a week, not counting time spent on “Even with changes that we do notice, the nation’s oldest and most selective a computer at school. That is an enor- we really don’t recognize in the moment collegiate honor society for all academic mous amount of time in a child’s life. how all these things are related to each disciplines: To advertise in A new study finds children get more other across time,” he adds. “Yes, as Carolina Lerma of Cape Coral initi- sleep, do better in school, behave better, screen time goes up, school performance ated at University of Florida The River Weekly News and receive other health benefits when goes down, but that doesn’t happen over- Eva Ball of Fort Myers initiated at parents limit content and the amount of night. If I watch a lot of TV today, I don’t Florida State University Call 415-7732 time their children spend on the com- get an F in my class tomorrow.” Amy Schwartz of Fort Myers initiated puter or in front of the TV. The study, Researchers recommend parents set at University of Florida published in the Journal of American limits and actively monitor media use. Olivia Munizza of Fort Myers initiated at University of Florida

Enterprise Holdings in Southwest Florida, at the merchants loaded with product, which includes the Enterprise Rent-A-Car, it becomes a center aisle or end-cap Alamo, and National Car Rental brands. display. Because of its versatility, the She has been with the company for Retailer could be used for any number of almost 18 years, and is currently in the products. process of obtaining her certification in The product is made from recycled risk management from The Institutes. plastic, and once emptied, the Logistical “As an avid reader, the work of Retailer can be easily broken down to Literacy Council Gulf Coast is very mean- one-sixth of its original size for an eco- ingful to me,” she said. “I’d like everyone nomical return to the producer or dis- to have the opportunity to enjoy a good tributor. According to the inventor, this book.” product will save thousands of gallons of Literacy Council Gulf Coast has its fuel, and is a very green product. headquarters in Bonita Springs, and The inventor of this product designed trains volunteers to help students acquire the invention because of his lifelong or improve their English skills. For more career. information, call 676-5202 or visit www. “I have been in plant shipping and literacygulfcoast.com. retailing my whole life,” said Smith. “I pioneered the steel system that is now being used to ship plant material.” Smith is exhibiting at INPEX with the Smith To Make hopes of finding a manufacturer, venture capital or licensor. Michelle Hudson Sasha Williams Invention Show For more information about this inven- CONRIC PR & Marketing. She has tor or INPEX, call 888-54-INPEX or visit Literacy Council more than 20 years in the media busi- Debut In June www.inpex.com. ness, including 15 years at the News- Adds Gulf Coast Press. She served in many positions at nventHelp’s INPEX, America’s largest the paper, most recently as its digital invention trade show, announced that Board Members editor. Hudson also works with Alliance IGene Smith of Bokeelia has invented Financial Group, assisting business own- an efficient plant shipping and retailing iteracy Council Gulf Coast system. This patented invention will be announced last week that Michelle ers and individuals with life and disability insurance as well as financial planning. exhibited at INPEX 2014, to be held Our email address is LHudson and Sasha Williams have June 18 to 20 in downtown Pittsburgh, joined its board of directors. The not- “Working so intensively with written communication, it would be easy to take Pennsylvania. [email protected] for-profit organization is committed to The “Logistical Retailer” helps to save improving the English and reading skills it for granted,” she said. “It’s important to me to help others achieve greater confi- fuel, time, space and expense for ship- of adults and children throughout Lee ping and retail display. Because of its County and North Collier County. dence in reading.” Williams is the risk manager for design, the “Retailer” is easily assembled, Hudson is the digital strategist at ready to load and ship. Once it arrives THE RIVER - MAY 16, 2014 21

VITA United Way House site coordinators. Pictured from left is United Way staff member Amy Singer and coordinators Mary Meador, Rita Tibbetts, Nancy Martin, Tina Wysocki, Stan Heath and Ellen Wersan.

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Suncoast Credit Union volunteer tax preparers. Pictured from left is Tom Payne, Gisela Estrada, Lorena Gomez, Cynthia Roche, Susan Spin, Jannette McElwain, Cliff Smith, presi- Program Returns Over $3.9 Million dent of the United Way and Amy Singer, United Way VITA manager. he United Way of Lee, Hendry and Glades announced that the total dollars started crying and told the preparer she had an operation and her medical bills pre- returned to lower to middle income taxpayers in our community through the vented them from paying their mortgage. Now they can catch up their mortgage and TVolunteer Income Tax Assistance program was $3,950,533. The announce- pay their medical bills. ment was made recently at a reception honoring the 115 volunteers who helped At the thank you event for VITA volunteers, Cliff Smith, president of the United with the VITA program. Way of Lee, Hendry and Glades, said, “This is the sixth year for our VITA program, United Way of Lee, Hendry and Glades provides free tax preparation services for and it has grown substantially each year since its beginning in 2008. That year, hard-working people and their families. The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) $277,000 in refunds were generated through VITA. We are excited to announce program was responsible for over 2,200 free and confidential tax returns that were that the VITA program has grown to over $3.9 million in returns for lower to middle filed between January and April 15, 2014. The total of $3,950,000 in refunds was income taxpayers at a time when many are still struggling to meet living expenses. more than $1 million higher than the VITA program submitted last year. The first year This is amazing growth.” of VITA’s operation (2008), the program generated $277,000 in refunds. A prime goal of the free service is to help tax payers who qualify for the Earned The local VITA program has also expanded from eight preparation sites to 12, Income Tax Credit (EITC) and other similar credits to receive them. A large number of making it easier for people to access the free program. In addition to the sites in taxpayers who could qualify for the EITC do not claim the credit. Hendry and Glades counties, Charlotte and Collier county had sites and the United The United Way of Lee, Hendry and Glades raises funds for health and human Way of Charlotte and United Way of Collier partnered with United Way of Lee, service organizations in our community, and promotes partnerships and collaborations Hendry and Glades to make the program available to more communities. among agencies, focusing on issues and solutions to improve lives. VITA is making a difference in the lives of many people in our community. One For more information, call United Way of Lee, Hendry and Glades at 433-2000 or couple who recently used VITA was told they were getting an $8,000 refund. The wife visit www.unitedwaylee.org.

Financial Focus tion offers a simple, direct and efficient cific items that do not carry a beneficiary Stores which will require your Apple ID. way to get assets in the hands of your designation, naming someone to manage On your iPad, iPhone or iPod, launch Avoid Problems loved ones who survive you. your affairs should you become inca- the Music player app and tap the Radio However, as time goes by, you may pacitated, and specifying the control you tab then start listening. By Updating experience many changes in your life wish your beneficiaries to have over their On your computer, open iTunes and – and when your life changes, your ben- inheritance. These are just a few exam- choose Radio from the top menu. Beneficiary eficiary designations may need to follow. ples of estate-planning considerations. On Apple TV (second generation or But if you are like many people, you Because everyone’s situation is differ- later), select iTunes Radio from the Apple Designations might forget to update these designations ent, you will need to consult with your TV menu. by Jennifer Basey after a marriage, divorce or other change legal advisor to determine the level of Once launched, you can enjoy free in your family situation. And because the estate planning you require. As we’ve streaming radio that is tailored for you ike many beneficiary designation is a legally binding seen, updating your beneficiary is one using the most popular music in the people, you document, the asset will go to the person piece of the puzzle – but to leave the iTunes Store. Each time you open iTunes Lmight not you once named as a beneficiary, regard- legacy you desire, you’ve got to complete Radio, you’ll see a list of featured stations. particularly enjoy less of your current relationship status. the picture. You can tap on any of these and enjoy thinking about It really doesn’t take much effort Jennifer Basey is a financial advisor the music or create your own personal- your estate plans, to look over your accounts and legal in Fort Myers. She can be reached at ized stations. but such planning arrangements to ensure that your ben- [email protected]. You can customize or edit your sta- is necessary to eficiary designations are current – and tions while listening to iTunes Radio. Use make sure your if they aren’t, it’s pretty easy to change the Star (*) menu to play more like this or assets go where them. In fact, for some financial accounts, AppleJuice never play songs like this during playback. you want them to you may be able to update the beneficiary In addition, you can tap the Info button go. And it’s just as important to regu- designations online. In any case, plan on iTunes Radio to fine tune your station even further. You larly review your plans with your tax, reviewing your beneficiary designations share your favorite radio stations with by Carol Rooksby legal and financial professionals in case regularly, but especially when you experi- others as well as purchase music tracks. Weidlich, President, any changes are needed. For instance, ence a change in your life. iTunes Radio will stop audio playback SWACKS some of your wishes expressed in your Here’s one more thing to keep in after two hours of inactivity. will may be overridden by beneficiary mind: Make sure your current beneficia- Tunes Radio is In depth information about how to use designations you filled out years ago. ries are informed that they will eventually available for free and enjoy iTunes radio on your particular If these designations become outdated, be receiving your 401(k), IRA, life insur- ion all devices and Apple device(s) can be found at http:// your assets could be passed to those you ance proceeds or other assets that require computers (iPhone, support.apple.com/kb/HT5848. didn’t intend. a beneficiary designation. This advance iPad, iPod touch, Workshops are held the second You might be surprised at how many knowledge may help your loved ones as Mac, PC or Apple Tuesday of each month from 1 to of your financial assets and legal docu- they plan and maintain their own finan- TV) with iOS 7 or 3 p.m., and meetings on the fourth ments have beneficiary designations tied cial and investment strategies. OS X Lion v10.7 Tuesday of each month from 7 to 9 to them. If you have an IRA, a 401(k) Although it’s clearly important for you or later, iTunes p.m., with the exception of July and or other employer-sponsored retirement to update your beneficiary designations 11.1 or Apple TV 6.0 or later installed. August at Zion Lutheran Church, located plan, a life insurance policy, an annuity, and to communicate your actions, you iTunes Radio which is available only in at 7401 Winkler Road in Fort Myers. a transfer-on-death (TOD) arrangement, will still need to attend to other areas of the U.S., streams radio stations directly Southwest Florida Apple Computer or any of a variety of other assets or your estate planning, such as providing to your device(s) or computer. You’ll have Knowledge Society or SWACKS. For accounts, you almost certainly named a care for minor children or dependents, access to more than 250 radio stations. more information, visit www.swacks. beneficiary. And this beneficiary designa- deciding who you want to receive spe- You can purchased music in the iTunes org. 22 THE RIVER - MAY 16, 2014

Maj. Dan Proctor, Naples Regional Coordinator, Salvation Army and David Call, president and CEO of Fifth Third Bank (South Florida) Builders Care needs volunteers to help build a ramp for a Noth Fort Myers family in need Lee County through the annual Feeding Fort Myers family in need on Thursday Feeding Our Our Communities food drive. Builders Care and Friday, May 29 and 30 starting at 9 Fifth Third Bank collected 6,640 a.m. both days. No experience is need- Communities pounds of food, exceeding its goal Volunteers ed. Water and lunch will be provided. of 5,300 pounds. The food collected If you are interested and available, Food Drive throughout the drive equals 26,560 meals Needed contact Builders Care at 938-0056 or ore than 949,910 South Florida for families in seven counties. re you interested in spending a [email protected]. With your help, Builders residents do not have consistent Feeding Our Communities is a com- few hours to help out a neighbor Care is making a difference... one life- Maccess to vital nutrition and food ponent of Fifth Third Day (May 3), an Ain need? Builders Care needs vol- changing gift at a time. each and every day. To help reduce this annual event when the bank celebrates unteers to help build a ramp for a North For more information, visit www. number, Fifth Third Bank (South Florida) its heritage by giving back to the commu- LeeBuildersCare.org. recently partnered with partnering with nity. Fifth Third Bank’s partnership with The Salvation Army to collect non-per- The Salvation Army serves to address the ishable food items at financial centers in effects of critical issues plaguing the state: hunger and homelessness.

From left: Summer Raygor, director of the Player’s Club at Seminole Casino Immokalee; Nan Mooney, player development executive at Seminole Casino Immokalee; Marianne Kearns, executive director of the PACE Center for Girls Collier; Cheryl McDonnell, devel- opment director of the PACE Center for Girls Collier; and Patti Gens, counselor II of the PACE Center for Girls

Jeff East and Kevin Greenwell, residents of Hampton Park There were complimentary cocktails Dresses Collected and appetizers at the casino’s lounge and those who donated a dress also received Hampton Park Residents Exceed For PACE Event a coupon for $50 in free slot machine United Way Campaign Goal eminole Casino Immokalee hosted play. a charity event on Thursday, May The 4th annual Love That Dress! he residents of Hampton Park exceeded their goal for the 2013-14 United S1 to collect dresses for the upcom- shopping spree will be held August 23 Way Campaign. The campaign was the second for Hampton Park. ing PACE Center for Girls’ 4th annual at the Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club. T Hampton Park residents and principles of East & Greenwell Insurance, Jeff Love That Dress! shopping spree. More There will be cocktails, a silent auction East and Kevin Greenwell, presented a check from Allstate Insurance to Cliff Smith, than 145 Player’s Club members and and thousands of new and gently used president of the United Way of Lee, Hendry and Glades. The check brought the total sponsors of the PACE Center for Girls dresses and accessories available at low contributions to the campaign to $2,575. in Collier County attended, and donated prices. Proceeds benefit the PACE Center continued on page 24 181 cocktail dresses. for Girls in Collier County. THE RIVER - MAY 16, 2014 23 deaRPharmacist enable anyone from around the world to roid patients health and educate yourself well enough listen to, and watch a slide presentation • What lab tests actually uncover it to speak to your medical professionals The Thyroid from home. It’s free and to sign up you • What natural remedies work to (and be taken seriously). I’ll see you online just go to TheThyroidSummit.com and relieve symptoms at the thyroid summit on June 2. Sign up Summit: Watch “save your seat.” We begin broadcasting • Which medications and supplements today at www.TheThyroidSummit.com. various presentations on Monday, June 2 help, and which harm This information is not intended Online For Free for seven life-changing days. • How to help your dog or cat with to treat, cure or diagnose your condi- by Suzy Cohen, RPh People have asked me why I am thyroid disease tion. Suzy Cohen is the author of The hosting the thyroid summit. I had a mild I’m so proud of this project and the 24-Hour Pharmacist and is a registered ear case about 10 years ago, that went goodness that will come from it. The pharmacist. To contact her, visit www. Readers: undiagnosed for about two years, and thyroid summit will help you rediscover SuzyCohen.com. D Are you I figured it out myself. I put a picture tired, and frequently of myself for you to see in my book, cold? Do you have Thyroid Healthy, which is out now. It’s $25,000 Community Challenge poor memory? Are not the most flattering picture because you overweight and I had 15 pounds on me, but I’m proud In Support Of Golisano Children’s losing hair? You are of myself now, because I am 49 years probably wonder- old, only 110 pounds and have perfect Hospital Of Southwest Florida ing why I ask such thyroid, and I’m on a mission to help personal questions. others. We’ve interviewed 32 health care t a Kingsway Country Club reception on May 8 hosted by Dr. David Klein I’ve been your “dear pharmacist” for 15 experts. Among the greats, you will hear and Dr. Mark Asperilla, in partnership with executives from Lee Memorial years, so I’ll tell you like it is: All of those from Dr. Mercola, Mike Adams, founder AHealth System and Golisano Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida, the symptoms could be connected to one of Natural News, Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum, Hoffer Family Foundation of Charlotte County announced a community match chal- thing, low thyroid hormone levels in the Dr. Jonathan Wright, Dr. Kent Holtorf, lenge of up to $25,000 to support Golisano Children’s Hospital’s capital campaign. body. It’s worth testing for, but the prob- actress and thyroid thriver Gena Lee The Hoffer Family Foundation will match dollar-for-dollar up to $25,000 from any lem is that conventional tests miss a lot Nolin, Dr. Tom O’Bryan, celebrity nutri- individual or corporation wishing to support the hospital. of thyroid disorders. You’re told “It’s nor- tionist JJ Virgin, activist Mary Shomon At last week’s briefing, Chief Administrative Officer for Golisano Children’s Hospital mal” when you feel terrible. If overlooked, and many others. Dr. Brownstein and Kathy Bridge-Liles and Chief Foundation Officer for Lee Memorial Health System you’ll be on the medication merry-go- myself are also in the lineup. Sharon MacDonald addressed the crowd of over 75 attendees and answered ques- round, and you better hold on. If you’re not aware of a thyroid prob- tions about pediatric health care in Charlotte County and the need for an expansion of Medications and vitamins can sup- lem, you could develop psychological, Golisano Children’s Hospital’s current facilities on the campus of HealthPark Medical port your thyroid gland, but it has to cardiovascular and neurological disorders. Center in Fort Myers. first be detected. Over the past year, I’ve At the thyroid summit, you will learn: Golisano Children’s Hospital’s Charlotte County pediatric clinic is also serving been involved in a special project, my • How anxiety, bipolar, mood swings expanding numbers of children and their families each day. The community update best professional accomplishment. I’ve and depression are tied to thyroid offered statistics on expanding care needs, medical specialties and subspecialties now been working closely with my friend and • How certain medications can induce being offered to Southwest Florida children and the latest on the capital campaign for thyroid expert, Dr. David Brownstein. thyroid disease a new Golisano Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida. Together we have created an online • Why a diagnosis of chronic fatigue For more information on the Golisano capital campaign or to discuss a gift eli- experience called a “summit” that will and fibromyalgia are often given to thy- gible for the match, contact Keith Callaghan of the Lee Memorial Health System Foundation at 343-6077 or via email at [email protected].

Why don’t families appreciate the Lakes Country Club, 10200 Pine Lakes Mom And Me expertise available to them from people May Caregivers Blvd., 3.5 miles north of The Shell who care? Factory on U.S. 41, 437-3007. Ginny Support Meetings Cape Coral Dear Ginny, he Alvin A. Dubin Alzheimer’s Thursday, May 1 at 2 p.m. Gulf Coast Since early times, parents have com- Resource Center offers monthly Village, 1333 Santa Barbara Blvd., 437- plained that their children don’t listen. Tsupport group meetings for care- 3007. Parents try to give thoughtful advice and givers throughout Lee County and Thursday, May 15 at 2 p.m., Gulf their children are not interested. Even neighboring areas. The caregivers sup- Coast Village, 1333 Santa Barbara Blvd., when the children ask their parents for port group meetings include an oppor- 437-3007. advice, few children will take it – they tunity for caregivers to meet others who Pine Island don’t want to hear it. are facing similar challenges and to learn Thursday, May 1 at 10:30 a.m. Pine Try and relax, and just let them more about Alzheimer’s disease and Island United Methodist , 5701 Pine accept the consequences of their deci- effective coping strategies. Select meet- Island Road, Bokeelia, 437-3007. sions. They may be making mistakes, ing locations feature a guest speaker as Lehigh Acres by Lizzie and Pryce but who knows... they may be on the well as an informal time for sharing. Monday, May 5 at 2 p.m. Lehigh right path. Fort Myers Acres United Way House., 201 Plaza izzie and Pryce answer your ques- Lizzie Tuesday, May 13 at 2 p.m., Broadway Drive, Suite 3, 437-3007. tions and give advice about aging Dear Ginny, Community Church, 3309 Broadway Monday, May 19 at 2 p.m., Lehigh Lconcerns from a two-generational I do not think family members try Ave, 437-3007. Acres United Way House, 201 Plaza perspective. A mother and daughter to be malicious or disrespectful in not Wednesday, May 14 at 9:45 a.m., Drive, Suite 3, 437-3007. team, Lizzie is a retired RN and health listening to other family members. Part Westminster Presbyterian Church, 9065 Bonita Springs educator, and Pryce is a licensed psy- of growing up and being independent is Ligon Court, 437-3007. Monday, May 12 at 2 p.m., The chotherapist in private practice who making your own choices. I also think Wednesday, May 28 at 9:45 a.m., Terraces at Bonita Springs, 26455 S. specializes in the care of elders and this is a very common theme in most Westminster Presbyterian Church, 9065 Tamiami Trail, 437-3007. people with chronic illnesses. families and is present from generation Ligon Court, 437-3007. Sanibel Dear Mom & Me, to generation. Wednesday, May 21 at 10 a.m., Fort Wednesday, May 28 at 1:30 p.m., The college acceptance letters are A common theme I hear from many Myers Congregational United, Church Sanibel Congregational United, Church arriving and I can’t believe how our two adult children is why will mom or dad of Christ, 8210 College Parkway, 437- of Christ, 2050 Periwinkle Way, 437- sons are behaving. Our two grandchil- listen to others but not to us, the people 3007. 3007. dren with very good high school grades that love them and only want the best Tuesday, May 27 at 2 p.m., Riverside Labelle want to go to less than average colleges. for them. This seems to be the very Church of Fort Myers, 8660 Daniels Wednesday, May 7 at 1 p.m., First My husband recently retired after a same situation you describe, but with a Parkway, 437-3007. Christian Church, 89 Ford Avenue, 437- successful career as a dean at an Ivy slightly different tone. Thursday, May 15 at 6:15 p.m., Alvin 3007. League college. He has given advice to Pryce A. Dubin Alzheimer’s Resource Center, Punta Gorda thousands of students, but our family is Lizzie and Pryce’s email address is 12468 Brantley Commons Court, 437- Thursday, May 8 at 2 p.m., The not the least bit interested in talking to [email protected]. 3007. Palms of Punta Gorda, 2295 Shreve him about colleges and want no input North Fort Myers Street, 437-3007. from their father or me. Thursday, May 22 at 2 p.m., Pine 24 THE RIVER - MAY 16, 2014 From page 15 From page 22 and Goodwill. For more information or to make a Reception For Art Quilters United Way contribution, call United Way of Lee, Hendry, Glades and Okeechobee at 433- Campaign Goal 2000 or visit www.unitedwaylee.org. “United Way gives each of us an opportunity to ‘Give Back’ to our com- munity through the annual fund drive,” said East. “We have a wonderful com- munity, and we believe it is important to Share your community support it.” news with us. “We are passionate about the United Way and the good it does. A heartfelt Call 415-7732, ‘thank you’ to all of our neighbors who Fax: 415-7702 contributed to the campaign. You have or email made a difference in someone’s life,” [email protected] added Greenwell. Smith thanked East and Greenwell for their contributions and for chairing the Hampton Park United Way Campaign. “Their hard work and commitment to giving back means that the citizens in need in our community will benefit greatly from the United Way network of 70 Shore Fishing: Joan Klutch, Honey Costa and Cheryl Fausel agencies and 170 programs,” said Smith. Money raised by the United Way Don't Harm The Fish benefits art organizations in the Southwest Florida region. Campaign goes to local agencies and by Capt. Matt Mitchell The Art & Community exhibit will be open until May 29 and is available for public programs such as Gulf Coast Literacy viewing hours Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. To schedule a tour, call Council, Salvation Army, LARC, Boys Kim Williams at the SWFLCF office at 274-5900 or visit www.floridacommunity.com. and Girls Club, Harry Chapin Food Bank

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Shot In Leg mom said he is sweet, well-mannered, house trained and gets along great with may purchase a maximum of 25 tickets. he Gulf Coast Humane Society other dogs. has another Second Chance Fund Chance Drawing The drawing will be held at Fuccillo KIA The Second Chance Fund directly off- of Cape Coral on Sunday, June 8 at 11 Trecipient. Buck Wheat, a five-year- sets the medical cost for those pets with old pointer mix was found in Arcadia To Win A KIA Soul a.m. The winner need not be present to needs beyond routine medical care and win. with a bullet wound in his leg. allows people to donate directly to the ucillo KIA of Cape Coral has gifted Buck Wheat was brought to Animal Ronald McDonald House Charities The chance drawing winner will be care of the Gulf Coast Humane Society’s responsible for any applicable taxes, as Ark of Arcadia this past weekend and sick and special needs animals. Buck F(RMHC) of Southwest Florida with staff contacted the Gulf Coast Humane a 2014 KIA Soul as part of the annual well as tag, title and fees. The chance Wheat’s need for surgery made him the drawing winner shall accept the property Society (GCHS) for assistance. The perfect candidate for the Second Chance Offshore Rodeo Fishing Tournament, GCHS agreed to accept him and Buck to be held on Saturday, June 7 at Port in “as is” condition and must claim the Fund. While his surgery has been paid prize within two weeks or a new winner Wheat was able to go immediately into for, his continued care and medication Sanibel Marina. surgery at Specialized Veterinary Services. Tickets for the drawing are $100 will be selected. will require further use of the Second To purchase chance drawing tickets His right femur fracture was repaired and Chance Fund. each, and no more than 400 tickets will the bullet fragment was removed. Due to be sold. Those living outside of Florida for the 2014 KIA Soul, or for further For more information about Buck information on the chance drawing or the a generous and anonymous donation to Wheat or the Gulf Coast Humane are also eligible to enter the drawing (void the Second Chance Fund, his surgery has where prohibited). A person or entity tournament, call RMHC at 437-0202 or Society’s Second Chance Fund, call 332- visit www.rmhcswfl.org. DID YOU KNOWTHE RIVER - MAY 16, 2014 25 TRIVIA TEST SPORTS QUIZ 1. TELEVISION: What television sitcom family lived at 1313 Mockingbird Lane? 1. Name the last St. Louis Cardinals pitcher 22 or younger before Shelby Miller in 2013 to win 2. MATH: What is the square root of 169? 10-plus games in his first 20 starts of a season. 3. HISTORY: During the Great Depression of the 1930s, what were the makeshift camps of home- 2. In 2013, Chris Davis became the fifth Baltimore Oriole to hit 40 or more home runs in a sea- less people called? son. Name two of the first four to do it. 4. LITERATURE: What was the name of the dog in the film and book with the subtitle, “Life and 3. When was the last time before 2013 that the University of Wisconsin football team opened the Love With the World’s Worst Dog”? season with back-to-back shutouts of opponents? 5. MOVIES: In what South American country were the bank robbers Butch Cassidy and the 4. In 2013, Miami’s LeBron James became the third NBA player to be named The Associated Sundance Kid believed to have been killed? Press Male Athlete of the Year. Who were the first two? 6. FIRST ACHIEVEMENTS: In what year were women officially allowed to run in the Boston 5. Between 2000 and 2009, five goaltenders tallied a goal during an NHL game. Name three of Marathon? them. 7. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: Where is the headquarters of NATO located? 6. In 2014, Russia’s Albert Demchenko became the oldest medalist in an individual event in the 8. LITERATURE: Which famous artist served as a correspondent for Harpers’ Weekly magazine Winter Games (42 years, 74 days). What event was it? during the Civil War? 7. When was the last time before 2012 that the University of Texas won the NCAA Division I 9. GEOGRAPHY: What is the largest desert in the world, aside from the polar regions? men’s golf championship? 10. U.S. PRESIDENTS: Who served as the 16th president of the United States?

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18) A setback in implementing a plan could • May 24, 1989, “Sex, lies and video- PUZZLE ANSWERS ★★★★ turn out to be a blessing in disguise. Use the tape,” the debut feature from the 26-year-old My Stars downtime to rework your original concepts writer-director Steven Soderbergh, wins the FOR WEEK OF MAY 19, 2014 and see where changes could be made. Palme d’Or at the Cannes Film Festival. The ARIES (March 21 to April 19) PISCES (February 19 to March 20) You $1.2 million film was aggressively marketed Untangling personal problems might take might not be consciously fishing for compli- by its distributor, Miramax Films, and went more time than the impatient Lamb expect- ments, but admit it -- won’t you feel great on to gross some $26 million. ed. But it’s important to hang in there until when your efforts are noticed? So accept the all those knotty situations are straightened praise gracefully. You earned it. STRANGE BUT TRUE out. BORN THIS WEEK: Your love of TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) You still beauty in your personal life extends to your • It was noted British lexicographer need to work out last-minute snags in your efforts to protect and preserve the natural Samuel Johnson who made the following dealings with a rival. Hold your ground world around you. sage observation: “The true measure of a despite a perceived lack of support. Things man is how he treats someone who can do should turn around before you know it. THIS WEEK IN HISTORY him absolutely no good.” GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Best not • If an American black bear is pregnant to delay preparing for that upcoming family • On May 22, 1843, a massive wagon when it goes into hibernation, she could event. The sooner you get things started, the train, made up of 1,000 settlers, sets off give birth without ever awakening. While better chance you have of finding potential down the Oregon Trail from Independence, she is still in her torpor, her body will draw problems and making needed changes. Missouri. Known as the “Great Emigration,” on reserves of fat to produce milk to nurse CANCER (June 21 to July 22) The the expedition finally arrived in October, her young. However, if something that could romantic Moon Child might be reluctant to completing the 2,000-mile journey in five be dangerous to her young comes within 50 see the reality behind that “ideal” situation. months. feet of the den, the mother bear’s heart rate But by midweek, the practical Crab emerges • On May 25, 1878, Gilbert and will spike and she will wake to defend the to help clear away the moonbeams. Sullivan’s “HMS Pinafore” premieres at cubs. LEO (July 23 to August 22) Although the the Opera-Comique in London, beginning • If you’re holding your nose, you can’t Big Cat might be receptive to more “purr- a near-record run of 571 performances. The hum. Try it. suasion” to get you to agree to a workplace story of Pinafore concerns a First Lord of • If you happen to be fortunate enough to change, make sure you can distinguish the the Admiralty who is thwarted in his attempt spot numerous bears together in the wild (or fine line between facts and flattery. to woo and marry the beautiful young unfortunate enough, depending on the cir- VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) daughter of a British Navy ship’s captain. cumstances), thanks to this column you’ll be Your positive attitude in the workplace • On May 21, 1901, Connecticut becomes able to call the group by its correct collec- helps to get you noticed by the right people. the first state to pass a law regulating motor tive noun: It’s a sloth or sleuth of bears. Now go ahead and use some of that new vehicles, limiting their speed to 12 mph in • On a chemical level, there’s not too self-confidence to help shore up a personal cities and 15 mph on country roads. The much difference between blood and seawa- relationship. proposed legislation had requested a speed ter. LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) limit of 8 mph within city limits. • If you’ve ever looked closely at a zip- Although you might still have to work out • On May 23, 1911, the New York Public per, you may have noticed the letters YKK some problems with a business partner, Library, the largest marble structure ever on the tab. The letters stand for Yoshida things go more smoothly on the home front. constructed in the United States, is dedicated Kogyo Kabushikigaisha, which is Japanese An investment opportunity might need more in New York City. The day after its dedica- for “Yoshida Manufacturing Shareholding study. tion, some 40,000 citizens passed through to Company,” which produces most of the zip- SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) make use of a collection that already con- pers found in the U.S. Don’t be reluctant to act on your suspicion. sisted of more than a million books. • An octopus has three hearts. Even if others see nothing wrong, the astute • On May 19, 1935, T.E. Lawrence, a • A recent study by scientist Karl Berg Scorpio could sense an underlying problem former British Army officer known to the suggests that an adult green-rumped par- that isn’t always obvious on the surface. world as Lawrence of Arabia, dies as a rotlet, a tiny bird native to Venezuela, will SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to retired Royal Air Force mechanic living “name” its babies, assigning each a particu- December 21) A new opportunity presents under an assumed name. The legendary war lar series of peeps to identify it. Not only some obstacles that need to be dealt with as hero, author and archaeological scholar suc- that, other parrotlets then learn to associate soon as possible. Delaying action in hopes cumbed to injuries suffered in a motorcycle that exact series of peeps with that particular that the problems will go away could be accident six days earlier. bird, and actually use the sounds to get its counterproductive. • On May 20, 1969, Edward Kennedy attention. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January (D-Mass.), in a Senate speech, condemns 19) A friend or family member’s request the battle for Ap Bia Mountain in Vietnam, THOUGHT FOR THE DAY might carry some hidden factors that could which had become known as “Hamburger later create problems. Be sure you know all Hill.” During the intense fighting, 597 North “I have often regretted my speech, never the facts before you make your decision. Vietnamese were reported killed and U.S. my silence.” -- Xenocrates AQUARIUS (January 20 to February casualties were 56 killed and 420 wounded. 26 THE RIVER - MAY 16, 2014

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HELP WANTED HELP WANTED WANTED TO BUY The Island Sun PUBLIC RELATIONS / F/T AND P/T HOST POSITION CASH PAID FOR COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER The Bubble Room is now hiring F/T and MILITARY ITEMS and The River Weekly News Community Housing and Resources, Inc. P/T host. Looking for someone organized, Cash Paid For Old Military Items. (CHR) is seeking applicants for a full-time outgoing, able to handle the stress of Medals, Swords, Uniforms, Public Relations and Communications a high volume environment and have a helmets, old guns, awards & more. Manager to lead outreach and public positive attitude. 239-472-5558. Local Toll Free 1-866-440-3280 relations efforts for the agency. Duties ☼RS 5/16 CC 5/16 ☼RS 3/7 CC 5/30 include: writing and coordinating press releases, advertising, newsletters and website content; creating brochures, posters and other collateral materials; ART TEACHERS FOR SALE public speaking and assisting with BIG ARTS is looking for energetic art events. Applicants must be adept public teachers of all disciplines for BIG ARTS speakers, possess exceptional writing and 2014 Summer Camp. Supplies are organizational skills, and have a strong provided, all you need to bring is your FICUS TREE working knowledge of Microsoft Word, imagination. For more details contact 9-foot twisted trunk fi cus tree PowerPoint and Publisher. A Bachelor’s Jessica at [email protected]. in faux clay pot. Always on the table, and online, Degree or equivalent experience is ☼NS 4/4 NC TFN $100 OBO. required. Experience working in a non- Call 239-565-8995. with everything you need to know ☼RS 5/16 CC 5/16 profi t setting is a plus. This is a fully about your community. benefi tted position. Please mail or deliver resume and cover letter to Kelly Collini, Executive Director 2401 Library Way VOLUNTEER/ Sanibel, FL 33957 by 4 p.m. Friday, June JOB OPPORTUNITIES 13. See a complete position description on PAID volunteer opportunities to seniors, TREE FOR SALE CHR’s website at SanibelCHR.org. EOE age 55 and over, to tutor/mentor children ☼NS 5/16 CC 6/13 in elementary schools & after-school programs. Offering a stipend, mileage reimbursement, annual physical, holiday, vacation, and sick pay – all tax exempt. Providing struggling school children a chance to succeed in school, and offering VOLUNTEERS NEEDED opportunities that will last a lifetime. Volunteers needed for the Call Joan at The Dr. Piper Center at After School Program which runs 239-332-5346. Mon.-Th, 2:30 – 3:15 pm ☼NS 1/17 NC TFN call Linda Reynolds 472-1617 ☼RS 1/4 NC TFN Pick up a copy or go to IslandSunNews.com. Click on Read the Island Sun or The River Weekly BOATS - CANOES - KAYAKS Serving Sanibel, Captiva and Fort Myers since 1993 Phone 395-1213 or 415-7732 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Volunteers needed for light general 30 FOOT +/- BOAT SLIP THE maintenance. Call (CHR) Community FOR RENT RIVER WEEKLY NEWS Housing & Resources, Inc. 472-1189. On Bay Drive. NEWSPAPER From the Beaches to the River District downtown Fort Myers ☼NS 11/1 NC TFN Deep Water Direct to Bay and Gulf. Screw Pine in large pot. Sanibel & Captiva Islands 413-374-3995. 17 years old, grown from seed. ☼NS 5/2 CC 5/30 Needs to be planted in a yard with room www.IslandSunNews.com to grow. Height (with pot) is over 6½ feet. Leaf span approx. 5 feet wide. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY Care will be needed when removing. The Sunshine Ambassador Program Plastic pot is brittle with a large is a new and exciting volunteer opportunity crack down one side. Roots extend offered at the Golisano Children’s Hospital DOCKAGE through base of pot. $90 or best offer. of Southwest Florida located within Hourly, Daily, Weekly Call 239-297-2557 if interested. HealthPark Medical Center. The Sunshine ☼NS 5/9 NC TFN Ambassadors will greet, assist and be a and Monthly. positive fi rst point of contact for patients, Captiva Island 472-5800 families and visitors entering the hospital. ☼RS 1/4 NC TFN The Ambassadors also make a difference to families by providing educational TO PLACE A and healthful resources to assist in GRANDparenting for GRANDchildren. We are currently seeking LOST AND FOUND CLASSIFIED year-round volunteers to work one 4-hour shift Monday through Friday LOG ONTO: from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm FOUND or 12:00pm to 4:00 pm. Prescription sunglasses found in parking If you would be interested in learning more lot of Limetree Center on Wednesday, IslandSunNews.com about this wonderful new opportunity, February 27. Claim at Island Sun please contact Lisa Ellinwood, Volunteer newspaper, suite 2 in Limetree Center, CLICK ON Resources Coordinator at 239-343-5062 or call 395-1213. at the Golisano Children’s Hospital. ☼NS 3/8 NC TFN ☼NS 2/8 NC TFN PLACE CLASSIFIED

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SUDOKU Emergency ...... 911 Lee County Sheriff’s Offi ce ...... 477-1200 To play Sudoku: Florida Marine Patrol ...... 332-6966 Complete the grid so Florida Highway Patrol ...... 278-7100 Poison Control ...... 1-800-282-3171 that every row, column HealthPark Medical Center ...... 1-800-936-5321 Ft. Myers Chamber of Commerce ...... 332-3624 and every 3x3 box Foundation for Quality Childcare ...... 425-2685 Ft. Myers Beach Chamber of Commerce ...... 454-7500 contains the numbers Fort Myers Beach Library ...... 463-9691 1 through 9 (the same Lakes Regional Library ...... 533-4000 Lee County Chamber of Commerce ...... 931-0931 number cannot appear Post Offi ce ...... 1-800-275-8777 Visitor & Convention Bureau ...... 338-3500 more than once in a ARTS row, column or 3x3 box.) Alliance for the Arts ...... 939-2787 Arts For ACT Gallery & Studio ...... 337-5050 There is no guessing Art League Of Fort Myers ...... 275-3970 Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall ...... 481-4849 and no math involved, BIG ARTS ...... 395-0900 Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre ...... 278-4422 just logic. Cultural Park Theatre ...... 772-5862 Edison Festival of Light ...... 334-2999 answer on page 27 Florida Repertory Theatre at the Arcade ...... 332-4488 Florida West Arts ...... 948-4427 Fort Myers Symphonic Mastersingers...... 472-0168 Gulf Coast Symphony ...... 489-1800 Harmony Chorus, Charles Sutter, Pres ...... 481-8059 Naples Philharmonic ...... 239-597-1111 The Schoolhouse Theater ...... 472-6862 S.W. Florida Symphony ...... 418-0996 Pets Of The Week Theatre Conspiracy ...... 936-3239 Young Artists Awards ...... 574-9321 ello, my name is Miny. I’m a brown CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS 3-year-old spayed female hound mix. Angel Flight ...... 1-877-4AN-ANGEL They say I’m one of the calmest and Animal Refuge Center ...... 731-3535 H American Business Women Association ...... 357-6755 gentlest dogs at the shelter. You can tell by my Audubon of SWFL ...... 339-8046 beautiful, soulful eyes. I show how patient I am Audubon Society ...... 472-3156 when I wait nicely for my turn to go outside and Caloosahatchee Chapter DAR ...... 482-1366 play. I was used for breeding in the past, but Caloosahatchee Folk Society ...... 321-4620 now that I’m spayed I’m looking forward to find- Cape Chorale Barbershop Chorus ...... 1-855-425-3631 ing a home where I will be loved for the sweet Cape Coral Stamp Club ...... 542-9153 dog I am. duPont Company Retirees ...... 454-1083 My adoption fee (regularly $75) is $40 during Edison Porcelain Artists ...... 415-2484 Lee County Domestic Animal Services’ “Real Ft Myers UDC Chapter 2614 (United Daughters of the Confederacy ® ...... 728-3743 Housepets of Lee County” May adoption pro- Friendship Force Of SW FL ...... 561-9164 motion. The Horticulture and Tea Society ...... 472-8334 Hello, my name is Noel. I’m an orange Horticultural Society ...... 472-6940 9-month-old neutered male domestic short Lee County Genealogical Society ...... 549-9625 hair. I’m a handsome and bright kitty. My color Lee Trust for Historic Preservation ...... 939-7278 matches my sunny personality, which is really NARFE(National Active & Retired Federal Employees ...... 482-6713 my best feature. I’m loving and playful and get Navy Seabees Veterans of America ...... 731-1901 along with other pets. Paradise Iowa Club of SWFL ...... 667-1354 Sons of Confederate Veterans ...... 332-2408 My adoption fee (regularly $50) is equal to Southwest Florida Fencing Academy ...... 939-1338 the day of the month ($1 on May 1 to $30 Southwest Florida Music Association ...... 561-2118 on May 30) during Animal Services’ “Real Miny ID# 587218 Kiwanis Clubs: Housepets of Lee County” May adoption pro- Fort Myers Beach...... 765-4254 or 454-8090 motion. Fort Myers Edison ...... 694-1056 For information about this week’s pets, call Fort Myers South ...... 691-1405 533-7387 (LEE-PETS) or log on to Animal Gateway to the Islands...... 415-3100 Services’ website at www.LeeLostPets.com. Iona-McGregor...... 482-0869 Lions Clubs: When calling, refer to the animal’s ID number. Fort Myers Beach...... 463-9738 The website updates every hour, so you will be Fort Myers High Noon ...... 466-4228 able to see if these or any other pets are still Estero/South Fort Myers ...... 898-1921 available. Notre Dame Club of Lee County ...... 768-0417 The shelter is open for adoptions from POLO Club of Lee County...... 477-4906 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Rotary Club of Fort Myers ...... 332-8158 Saturday. The shelter is located at 5600 Sanibel-Captiva Orchid Society ...... 472-6940 United Way of Lee County ...... 433-2000 Banner Drive in Fort Myers, next to the Lee United Way 211 Helpline (24 hour) ...... 211 or 433-3900 County Sheriff’s Office off Six Mile Cypress AREA ATTRACTIONS Parkway. Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum ...... 395-2233 All adoptions include spay/neuter surgery, Burrough’s Home ...... 337-9505 age-appropriate vaccinations, rabies vaccina- Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium ...... 275-3435 tion and county license if three months or Edison & Ford Winter Estates ...... 334-3614 older, flea treatment, worming, heartworm Fort Myers Skate Park ...... 321-7558 test for dogs six months and over, feline AIDS Imaginarium Hands-On Museum & Aquarium ...... 321-7420 JN “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge ...... 472-1100 and leukemia test for cats, training DVD, Koreshan State Historic Site ...... 239-992-0311 10-day health guarantee, and a bag of Science Ostego Bay Foundation Marine Science Center ...... 765-8101 Diet pet food. Skatium ...... 321-7510 The adoption package is valued at $500. Noel ID# 586614 Southwest Florida Historical Society ...... 939-4044 Southwest Florida Museum of History ...... 321-7430 True Tours ...... 945-0405 If you would like your club/organization listed in The River Calling Card, phone 415-7732 THE RIVER - MAY 16, 2014 31 BEACH CHAIR PASTIME answers on page 25 32 THE RIVER - MAY 16, 2014 AWARD WINNING Flavors From The Caribbean Rim!

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