WEEK OF JULY 27. 2012
SANIBEL AND CAPTIVA. FtORlOA
VOLUME 50, NUMBER 39
PHOTO BY SHANNEN HAYES Maddie Johnston, Rick Bartelson, A.J. Martignette, Jeff Siwicke and Marine laboratory Director Eric Milbrandt with the Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation are ready for the 2012 Pine Island Sound Scallop Search being conducted from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Aug. 18 in Bokeelia on Pine Island. Volunteers are needed for this no harvest event.
At the Library 40 Classifieds 44 Pets of the Week 7 Island Faces 38 Shell Shocked 43 IN SID ET 0 D AY cafXa^iir'rent*. .40 Living Sanibel 47 What's Blooming 46
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JEWELRY GALLERY SANIBEL ISLAND Be Dazzled i PROUD TO SPONSOR: F.I.S.H. I The Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum I Sanibel Sea School Kareri Bell Dan ScHuyle. Lily, G'acie 8> Angel f?oo#* PiB 520 TARPON BAY ROAD (ACROSS FROM BAILEY'S) ^ > SANIBEL, FL 33957 aSHES1K5K 239-472-2888 | LILYJEWELERS.COM JEWELRY STORE IN THE NATION I Sanibel author pens the songs of her life in new book By SHANNEN HAYES late mother; and suffering through the death of her [email protected] beloved younger brother, which is the last chapter of Through a more than 40-year marriage, raising the book entitled His Way. three daughters, a lifelong struggle with the bathroom "That was the hardest to write," she said on writing scale and a contentious relationship with her parents, about the passing of her brother - the only person she Susan Dintino has learned to meet life's challenges names in the book. "I wanted to wait and write it last with strong resilience and a sense of humor. because it was very emotional and very poignant." In her hilarious yet poignant new book "Songs of Woman in all stages of life wHl recognize a part of My Life...Slightly Out of Tune," Dintino shares her themselves in the pages of Songs of My Life, as they life stories enabling the reader to laugh at their own nod in understanding, wince, laugh and occasionally struggles and find hope for getting through the tough fight back tears as they find Dintino's insightful take moments, while enjoying the rest. on life. "I was really inspired by the writing of Erma "I love to make people laugh and feel that this is a Bombeck - her humorous spin on things," Dintino powerful tool to lift people's spirits regardless of the said. "I began with the first chapter and felt I wanted challenges in their lives," Dintino said. "What you it to be humorous, but with a take-away from each read, I hope, will fill you with joy and inspire chapter." moments of reflection." • In each of the 12 chapters, Dintino describes love, In. the final chapter, A Few of My Favorite Things, marriage, family, Dintino shares ways she has found to take a little aging, health scares, pause from life that give her a much-needed boost. OF MY parenting and stay- Among some of her favorite things are enjoying a ing relevant and steamy hot beverage; soaking in a hot tub; taking a Cupriv-J iskmder excited about what slow, mindful stroll; dancing and practicing the medi- life has to offer. She tation technique she has developed, "InPowering Meditation." LIFE island tells stories of sur- viving a journey to "I enjoyed writing the whole thing and love all the Walt Disney World chapters,"said Dintino. "Some of the chapters wrote ... Stigfc% (USPS 48r-400) in a RV with her themselves, like Walk on the Wildside and We are a 2340 Periwinkle Way husband and small Family on Vacation. And I wanted anybody to pick up Sanibel, FL 33957 children; attending a the book and relate to it." Phone: (239)472-1587 rock concert alone In addition to authoring Songs of My Life, Dintino Fax: (239) 472-8398 and loving it; getting has written the children's book "A Year of Me." She Web: captivasanibel.com past her deep-seeded is also a motivational speaker and host of her own need to please her highly-rated weekly radio show "Susan Dintino Live." Publisher Scott Blonde [email protected] Susan Dintino, a Sanibel resident, writes about the joys and struggles that come in life Senior Editor in her new book "Songs of My Life..Slightly Jim Linette Out of Tune." This hilarious yet poignant jlinetle @ breezenewspapers. com book speaks to a generation of women and men over the age of 40 who are dealing with Editor life's challenges - love, marriage, family, Shannen Hayes aging, health scares, parenting and staying shayes @ breezenewspapers. com relevant and excited about what life has to offer "at that age." Advertising Sales Veruska Koemer However, she feels more like Susan at her [email protected] Sanibel home, where the book was written. Danielle Papoi "I can feel the energy as soon as I cross the dpapoi® breezenewspapers.com Causeway," said Dintino, who also spends time Design & Layout in Buffalo, N.Y. "I love the beach and everything • Susan Wilhelm about Sanibel." swilhelm @ breezenewspapers. com Songs of My Life...Slightly out of Tune is available for purchase at all major websites, such Classifieds and Subscriptions as Amazon, and is also available for Kindles and Shirlene Grasgreen Nooks. Watch for upcoming book signings at a Sgrasgreen @ breezefiewspapers.com Sanibel bookstore.
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3 Tarpon Bay Explorers Center 4 Life in the J.N. "Ding " Darling National Wildlife Refuge The Center 4 Life is located at 2410 Library Way. For more information, call 472-5743. Tarpon Bay Explorers is the licensed concessionaire of the J.N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge, providing low impact recreational and edu- •B 8 a.in. - Power Hour Fitness: Tuesday and Thursday cational opportunities to the public under contract with the U.S. Fish & Wildlife d. Service. 9 a.m. — Happy to be Fit for Life: Monday, Wednesday, Friday o • Standup Paddle Board Tour of Tarpon Bay: Join a Paddlefit This class is a combination of the Happy Hour & Essential Total Fitness held during Certified Naturalist to learn the basics of standup paddleboarding while you ! SB VI JO I Sanibel Island Marina Adventures In Paradise Cruises cs Departing from "G" dock at Port Sanibel Marina, Phone: 472-8443 t« 634 Yachtsman Drive, Phone: 239-472-2723 Sanibel Marina is located at 634 Yachtsman Drive on Sanibel Island between the Causeway and • Shelling & Lunch Excursion: Shell the barrier islands and stop for lunch Lighthouse off Periwinkle Drive. Owned and operated by Myton Ireland since 1985, it is open from at Barnacle Phil's. Complimentary chairs, umbrellas and fldats. Departs at 9 7 a.m. to 7 pm daily. Call 239-472-2723 for times and reservationso n any of the following sched- a.m. Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday. uled cruises: • Backwater Fishing Cruise: All fishing equipment, bait, tackle and license • Stars and Stripes- Enjoy the waters of historic Sanibel and the Pine Island Sound while on a will be provided. Departs at 9 a.m. daily. sightseeing adventure. Travel from the Sanibel Lighthouse to the Back Bay Wildlife areas. View • Morning Dolphin & Wildlife Cruise: A great way to start your day! Dolphin and Exotic Wildlife. Departs at 11 a.m., 1 p.m., 3 p.m. and 5 p.m Available for private Complimentary pastries, coffee and orange juice. Departs at 10 a.m. Monday, bookings. Reservations requireda t (239) 472-2531 Wednesday and Friday. • Sanibel Thriller- Cruise the waters of the Gulf of Mexico and Pine Island Sound circumnavi- • Sealife Encounter: See puffer fish, seahorse and starfish! Florida Gulf gating the Worlds most prestigious Barrier Islands. During the narrated tour you will see wildlife such Coast University marine biologist on board for netting, observing, and hands on as Dolphins and Exotic Birdlife as well as the Historic Sanibel Lighthouse. Voted the best tour on the fun & education. Departs at 12:30 p.m. daily. Islands, "A must do when visiting,the Islands" Reservations are required at (239) 472-2328 • Sunset Dolphin & Wildlife Cruise: Enjoy a romantic sunset, watch dol- • Rental Boats- Fish, Picnic, or sight seeing aboard 20 foot Regal deckboats, fishing boats avail- phins, and experience the birds coining in to roost at night in remote sanctuary able. Boats include all safety equipment Reserve a boat at (239) 472 2531. islands. Complimentary soft drinks and water. Departs at 5 p.m. • Pro-Fishing Guides- All equipment and license provided. Backwater and Tarpon fishingavail - Complimentary trolley pick ups are available by reservation. Call able Book at (239) 472-2723. Adventures in Paradise at 472-8443 to make reservations or get further infor- mation. www.AdventuresInParadise.com. The Week Ahead and Beyond July August August 31 01 10 Scott Humston and Bear & Coyote Tales Family Beach Walk Bag Day the Pro Kids Show Sanibel Captiva Conservation Meet at 9 a.m. at Sanibel's Gulfside City Noah's Ark Thrift Store, located at the St. Scott Humston and" the Pro Kids Show Foundation will host Bear and Coyote Park for a one-hour exploration of the Michael and All Angels Church, will have will be at 3 p.m. at the Sanibel Public Tales at 10 a.m. "Ding" Darling Refuge's Perry Tract. A its annual Bag Day from 9:30 a.m. to Library. shell expert .from the Bailey-Matthews 12:30 p.m. Shell Museum will accompany refuge staff. Parking fees will apply. t 85 <6 ^ts/onder fIt CALENDAR Report your news to CAPTIVASANIBEL.COM PC o o 000000000000 — - o . a. o Captiva Cruises BB o On Stage Cabbage Key/Useppa Island Dolphin & Wildlife Adventure Night Sky Astronomy cruise o Lunch Cruise cruise Captiva Cruises' naturalist identifies e o The Herb Strauss Choose your island destination and Spotting the Atlantic Bottlenose planets, stars and constellations, mytholo- Schoolhouse Theater gies and mysteries, and features of the o enjoy a narration on the history and Dolphin is always a highlight for visi- -a 2200 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel wildlife along the way. Cabbage Key-and tors to Southwest Florida and Captiva Milky Way Galaxy, as well as the greater K> o Phone: 472-6862 universe. A truly magical way to experience © o the Dollar Bill Restaurant is a true "Old Cruises offers the perfect family cruise Web: www.BIGARTS.org Florida" island hide-a-way. Useppa Island, that provides the opportunity to see dol- the night sky on the water. o with lush vegetation and pink pathways, is phins playing and birds feeding in Pine Reservations for all cruises are required. o Please call the theater the site, of the historic Collier Inn and Island Sound. Call Captiva Cruises at 472-5300 or go to o for a list of upcoming shows award-winning history museum. www.CaptivaCniises.com for more infor- o mation and to make reservations. o ooooooooooooo Entertainment on the Islands n Friday Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, a 1*5 -July 27 July 28 July 29 July 30 July 31 August 1 August 2 a< Jacaranda I 1223 Periwinkle Way TBA TBA TBA TBA TBA TBA TBA 3 472-1771 Sr Steve McDugal, Royce Allgood, Steve McDugal, Royce Allgood, RC Otter's Sam Felker, Noon-5pm Royce Allgood, Sam Felker. 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We went on a long-distance snorkel over a sea grass bed and prac- ticed diving down to get our faces right in the sea grass - it was hard to recreate the green sea turtle's urge to take a big bite. We did a lot of seine netting and cast netting, and checked out the clumps of sargassum in the Gulf that provide shelter to hatchling turtles during the first, most vulnerable period of their lives. And of course, we played and surfed the waves.every day like the turtle Crush from PHOTOS PROVIDED Jack Orchard uses some old school technology Finding Nemo. Hannah Smirch tries to keep hold of all her to find his way on the Bailey Tract. Right now on Sanibel, it is sea turtle nesting season. water balloon "offspring" In our r vs. K selec- The hatchlings have just begun to emerge - as of July tion game. 20th, fourteen nests hatched on Sanibel. Campers played ious sea turtle musings. We also practiced our naviga- games, and learned about sea turtle life cycles. In particu- tional abilities with an orienteering activity at the Bailey lar, we investigated why a mother sea turtle lays quite so Tract, attempting to recreate a sea turtle's remarkable many eggs. We discussed r - versus K-selection, that bio- ability to return to the same area year after year to lay logical concept whereby an animal's reproductive strate- their eggs. gy is either to produce many offspring and hope a few At Sanibel Sea School, our philosophy is centered will survive (r selection) or produce a few highly cared around the following quote by Baba Dioum: "in the end, for offspring that have a high survival rate (K selection). we will conserve only what we love, we will love only Humans fall the K end of this continuum; whereas sea what we understand, and we will understand only what turtles fall on the r end - a mother sea turtle lays some- we are taught." The case of the sea turtle is kind of a where around 100 eggs in a nest, and then never sees mixed up version of this idea: we know we love sea tur- them again. Very few survive to adulthood. To illustrate tles, but we have to learn about them to understand how this concept, campers played a game where they were in to best conserve their dwindling populations. If you want charge of a group of water balloons that represented off- to learn more about sea turtle biology, their activity on spring, and they had to complete tasks without popping Sanibel, or how you can help, ask Sanibel Sea School their balloons. It's harder to keep 20 water balloons safe staff or campers from Sea Turtle Week! Or visit SCCF's Sam Smirch wears his game face in our all-out than five! webpage. When we are educated, we can all make a dif- surfing competition. We learned about sea turtle biology and saw some ference during this crucial time for sea turtles on Sanibel. specimens during a presentation by Amanda Bryant at Sanibel Sea School is a non-profit organization look- Ocean's future one person at a time. Please enjoy our SCCF, which was followed by an extensive Q&A session ing to a world where all people value, understand and offerings and join the Ocean Tribe at www.sani- where curious campers got the expert answer to their var- care for the ocean. Our mission is to improve the belseaschool.org or stop by our Sanibel location. What's the most common shell on Sanibel? Susan Hewitt, a volunteer at the American Museum of Natural History in New York City, recently did some scien- tifically controlled counts of shells on Sanibel beaches, - and published her results in the latest issue of The Festivus, the magazine of the San Diego Shell Club. Both she and Dr. Jose H. Leal, director of The Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum, had an Intuition about which shell would turn up as the most populous in random samples - and CONTRIBUTED TO THE ISLANDER they were both correct! Based on her findings, there is a • Which is the most abundant shell on Sanibel Island? We all know how plentiful shells "common" shell that is most often found on Sanibel are on Sanibel's beaches, but what species is most commonly found? Did you ever beaches. In recent postings on the Museum's Facebook wonder? It is one among the eight shells in this picture? The common names of the page, readers offered a variety of answers, but many species pictured are: (1) Ponderous ark; (2) Florida prickly cockle; (3) Cross-barred guessed incorrectly. See if you can guess the most abun- venus; (4) Calico scallop; (5) Southern quahog; (6) Transverse ark; (7) Stiff pen shell; dant shell on Sanibel! For the answer, visit www.shellmu- and (8) Florida fighting conch. Which species is considered to be the most abundant on seum.org. the island? 2P JO ft <+> in irr 3. a as C N tv> N> •a sr< . 3 •I August Fun Days r> PHOTO PROVIDED c Celia Hill, county extension agent IV with the Lee County Extension of University of Florida, edu- at Sanibel cates children and their parents about the importance of a balanced diet during the recent FISH Recreation Center of Sanibel's Cooking with Kids presentation. Registration for the upcoming Fun Days at the Sanibel Recreation Center is now open to children in kindergarten as F.I.S.H. Cooking with Kids 3 through 8th grade. Fun days offers a variety of athletic O1 games, craft projects, and special ientertainment. This pro- — gram operates from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Aug. 6-7. Each • child will need to bring a lunch, swimsuit and towel. A n presentation a success as light snack will be provided. < Register for Aug. 6 before July 30 to receive the early Contributed to Hie ISLANDER by Cfelia Hill, County Extension to organize these educational bird rate of $20 for members and $25 for non-members; A delicious, nutritious meal Agent IV, Lee County Extension events for our island families," as after the July 30 deadline, rates will be $22 for members and educational experience was of University of Florida/IFAS. said Bill Fellows, President of sr the evening's plan at the FISH of Hill used foods found in the FISH FISH. "It's truly wonderful to be 5" and $27.50 for non-members. Register for Aug. 7 before 3 July 31 and the same early bird rates apply. Sanibel's (Friends In Service Food Pantry, and spent the able to organize these educational a. ft The Sanibel Recreation Center is located at 3880 Here) Cooking With Kids evening teaching the children and events for our island families," Sanibel-Captiva Road. Daily, weekly, semi-annual and Presentation. their parents /guardians about the said FISH President Bill Fellows. annual memberships are available. For more information, A group of 28 children and importance of a balanced diet. "We hope that this inspires and call 239-472-0345 or visit. Mysanibel.com. their families attended the July She then demonstrated how to teaches our young participants to 16 event. This was a second free cook tasty, healthy meals for an use what they've learned, and (Source: City of Sanibel) workshop held at the FISH Walk- entire family. The participants help their families prepare nutri- In-Center and was open to the not only got to watch, but also tious meals in the future. We are entire community. helped prepare and, perhaps most very happy with the turnout and Once again the event included importantly, taste their kitchen cannot wait to organize another Scott Humston and a hands-on cooking demonstra- creations. Cooking With Kids event in the the Pro Kids Show tion including nutrition education "It's truly wonderful to be able near future." Submitted by Cathy Cangelosi Kids of all ages are invited to the Sanibel Public Coyote and Bear Tales at SCCF Library at 3 p.m. July 31 as Scott Humston and The Pro Kids Show are welcomed. Using music, magic, comedy, and audience participation Scott Humston will provide The Sanibel Captiva Conservation motivational character education. Children and parents Foundation will host Its Coyote and fpf I" will learn about the importance of honesty, respect, and Bear Tales at 10 a.m. Aug. 1. Learn responsibility in this live-action program. about the behaviors two newcomer The program is part of the Sanibel Public Library's species to the islands and how to live Summer Reading Program and is sponsored in part with them durina the program. A coy- through the support of the Sanibel Public Library ote and FTbrida black bear were first Foundation, Inc. and its generous donors. documented on the islands in the win- For additional information on programs or to make a ter of 2011. Coyotes have now moved contribution to the Foundation, please contact us at (239) into every county in Florida and both 472-2483 or online at www.sanlib.org. the human and bear populations are growing in the state. The program Is free to children and SCCF members, $5 for adults. Call 472-2329 for more Keep Sanibel beautiful. information. Please recycle! PHOTO PROVIDED Dinnc Paws of the Week Voted as a Top 5 Best Breakfast in Florida By Southern Livingn Narciss Luna and Narciss were found in an abandoned, hot car together. They have been neutered and spayed and given'all of their shots. Now they are ready for their new home. It would be great to see them get adopted together because they sleep, play and eat together in their foster home, which is too full at the moment. Luna is a female with tan coat with darker brown tips. Narciss is a male with charcoal gray and white markings. They are - n both approximately 1 year old. If you can help, please call Tabitha at 633- 1574 or John at 633-1313. Luna FaRitmiv (iarueus * M75-?OI9 Periwinkle Way Village Shops 1 V 2340 Periwinkle Way ' -Oj>kcn/ a CSVC/ t^iCt VRAw L- . f.' e Voted BIST lamiIv Din own List 7 Vears and counting! enter V Open 7 am - 10 pm 7 Days a Week r= 21 f>3 Periwinkle Way • Sanibel island 3 239-395-9111 ROYALV'SHELL. Association Management Pfoprrty Mnnngnnent Commercial Itating 239.472.0606 • SanihellslandCovv.com * Property Watch ? 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You've read, you've watched, now it's your time to win! Bring all your Teen Bucks and join us as we have our end of summer party with cool prizes. Captiva Memorial 7 weeks away Library teen bucks must be earned before 8 p.m. July 25. s Contributed to the CURRENT This event is free of charge. o When it comes to triathlons (or many sport activi- u For information call 533- ties), several "experienced racers will tell you: "The 4890. Program support is s first is the worst." Breaking old habits, adopting new provided by the Lee County training patterns and getting yourself prepared to do Library System, the Captiva something outside your usual comfort zone can be a Memorial Library Board and daunting challenge. the Captiva Civic Yet more and more people each year accept that Association. a challenge and tackle their first tri - as is clear when s you note that multisport events such as triathlons are Summer reading for one of the fastest growing athletic events around. Igrown-ups: What makes triathlons a more approachable Ann Bradley Keeper of Lost Causes endeavor? • They're achievable. Broken down into their by Jussi Adler-Olsen three components, a sprint-length triathlon such as At the "Jussi Adler-Olsen is fc.th e Galloway Captiva Triathlon - which consists of a Denmark's premier crime _-mile swim, a 10-mile bike and a 5K run - is some- AT SCUTH SEAS ISLAND RESORT Library writer. His books routinely -43 thing with reach for all levels of fitness. top the bestseller lists in northern Europe, and he's • They're accessible. The proliferation of multi- from USA Triathlon Level 2 Coach Angie Ferguson, « president of Geared Up. the official coaching spon- won just about every Nordic sport events means there's one to fit almost every crime-writing award, including the prestigious Glass '•C calendar and locale. The longer-distance events may sor. Angie brings years of experience - as both a a multisport coach and a seasoned triathlete (including Key Award-also won by Henning Mankell, Stieg « take a little more work, but it's easy to find a sprint Larsson, and Jo Nesbo. Now, Dutton is thrilled to intro- u 18 Ironmans) - to her training advice. She will also I tri nearby - especially in a warm clime such as duce him to America. The Keeper of Lost Causes, the Southwest Florida. be conducting on-site clinics before the race to help "3 both novices and seasoned athletes get their bearings. first installment of Adler-Olsen's Department Q series, X! • They're affordable. While triathletes can (and Want to make your kids part of the fun? There's a features the deeply flawed chief detective Carl Morck, do) spend lots to be properly equipped for their sport, who used to be a good homicide detective-one of all it really takes is a swimsuit and goggles, a bike race for them, too - the Children's Tri on Saturday, Sept. 15, with two different age groups (ages 6-9 and Copenhagen's best. Then a bullet almost took his life. and helmet, and a pair of running shoes... and the Two of his colleagues weren't so lucky, and Carl, who will to use them, of course. 10-13) on a shorter course. For both adults and kids, the course is a great combination of beauty and safe- didn't draw his weapon, blames himself. So a promo- ty. The open-water swim will have a full complement tion is the last thing Carl expects. But it all becomes Think you want to try out a tri? A lot of first- of lifeguards and public safety officials, and the bike clear when he sees his new office in the basement. timers in Southwest Florida have signed on for the portion of both events takes place on roads closed to Carl's been selected to run Department Q, a new spe- Galloway Captiva Tri (which will be held on Sunday, other traffic. The Gulf-front run course is just flat-out cial investigations division that turns out to be a Sept. 16, on South Seas Island Resort and Captiva gorgeous (along with being flat). department of one. With a stack of Copenhagen's cold- Island). We've asked a few of them why they decid- est cases to keep him company, Carl's been put out to ed to tackle a tri: Both adult and children athletes can find out more details and register online through the link at the pasture. So he's as surprised as anyone when a case • "I am doing the race to get in shape and lose event website, www.captivatri.org. The entire family actually captures his interest. A missing politician van- weight. I've already lost 30 lbs. through diet and can make the Galloway Captiva Triathlon a family, ished without a trace five years earlier. The world exercise and I have a lot more to go, but this triathlon fun and fitness weekend at South Seas Island Resort. assumes she's dead. His colleagues snicker about the is on my 'bucket list" and I'm looking forward to the time he's wasting. But Carl may have the last laugh, challenge." — Lisa Diamond Stein, Fort Myers The title sponsor is the Galloway family of dealer- ships, Southwest Florida' pre-eminent auto outlets and redeem himself in the process. Because she isn't • "In 2007,1 was diagnosed with sarcoma cancer dead . .. yet." * in the left biceps and it eventually went to the lungs. who also sponsored last year's inaugural event. Event After radiation and chemotherapy all is fine, and I sponsor for the adult race is the Zehr Center for A Lady Cyclist's Guide to Kashgar then decided to get in shape losing 45 pounds with Orthopaedics, and Jason Gunter P.A. is sponsor for diet and the P90X exercise routine. 1 decided to try the children's event. Community Cooperative by Suzanne Joinson the Galloway Triathlon to give me a change of pace Ministries, Inc. (CCMI) is the benefitting charity for "It is 1923. Evangeline (Eva) English and her sister on training for fitness and achieve a personal satisfy- the race, as it was last year. A portion of the proceeds Lizzie are missionaries heading for the ancient Silk ing goal of physical accomplishment." — Greg raised at the event will go towards supporting Road city of Kashgar. Though Lizzie is on fire with her Vogler, Sanibel and Chicago CCMI's School Backpack Program, providing emer- religious calling, Eva's motives are not quite as noble, gency food more than 2,000 local children each but with her green bicycle and a commission from a • "My son and I will be doing this race for the school year. publisher to write A Lady Cyclist's Guide to Kashgar, first time. My son is 7 and I am (not). We both love The Galloway Captiva Tri is presented by she is ready for adventure. In present day London, a sports but this is the first time that we can do an event young woman, Frieda, returns from a long trip abroad together, as many marathons and triathlons do not Southwest Florida Events Inc., a Florida not-for- profit corporation based in Fort Myers dedicated to to find a man sleeping outside her front door. She gives consider children. They are the future of the sport him a blanket and a pillow, and in the morning finds the and they need great, fun events like this to get off the combining fun, fitness and support for local charities through multisport events. For additional informa- bedding neatly folded and an exquisite drawing of a couch and discover the pleasure of working with their bird with a long feathery tail, some delicate Arabic bodies." ~ Kimberly Blake-Roth, Miami Beach tion, go to www.captivatri.org or find us on Facebook by searching for Captiva Tri. writing, and a boat made out of a flock of seagulls on When you register for the Galloway Captiva Tri, you'll also start receiving bi-weekly coaching tips See READING PARTY, page 41 aptxva PAID ADVERTISEMENT Reading parly From page 40 Rubies & Peridot: gemstones for her wall. Tayeb, in flight from his with tuberculosis, a young man steps in July and August Yemeni homeland, befriends Frieda and, as a private secretary. Peter Fagan opens peridot crystals sometimes appearing when she learns she has inherited the a new world to Helen, and their sensual in black volcanic sand. There are contents of an apartment belonging to a interactions — signing and lip-reading by Dan Schuyler & Karen Bell biblical references to its bright green dead woman she has never heard of, they with hands and fingers — quickly set in color, and it is said to have been one embark on an unexpected journey motion a liberating, passionate, and of the favorite gemstones of Queen together. A Lady Cyclist's Guide to clandestine affair. It's not long before Cleopatra. Kashgar explores the fault lines that Helen's secret is discovered and met The stone is thought to bring the appear when traditions from different with stern disapproval from her family wearer good luck, peace, and parts of an increasingly globalized world and Annie. As pressure mounts, the success. The powers of good health, crash into one other. Beautifully written, lovers plot to elope, and Helen is caught protection, and peaceful sleep have and peopled by a cast of unforgettable between the expectations of the people also been attributed to peridot. Other characters, the novel interweaves the who love her and her most intimate stories of Frieda and Eva, gradually desires. Richly textured and deeply sym- myths attribute the bright green gem revealing the links between them and the pathetic...highly inventive telling of a with the ability to attract love and ways in which they each challenge and story Keller herself would not tell...both calm anger while also soothing negotiate the restrictions of their soci- a captivating-romance and a rare glimpse nerves and dispelling negative eties as they make their hard-won way into the mind and heart of an inspira- emotions. toward home. A Lady Cyclist's Guide to tional figure." * Peridots are found in Myanmar, Kashgar marks the debut of a wonderful- Pakistan. Norway, China, Hawaii, ly talented new writer." * 2312 Six times each year, this column North Carolina, and Arizona. The by Kim Stanley Robinson will feature the history, mythology, most important source of peridot in As the Crow Flies: "The year is 2312. Scientific and and facts surrounding various the world is the San Carlos Apache A Walt Longmire Mystery technological advances have opened birthstones. If you have a July Indian Reservation near Globe, by Craig Johnson gateways to an extraordinary future. birthday, your gem is the ruby; those Arizona, where Native Americans "Embarking on his eighth adventure, Earth is no longer humanity's only born in August are gifted with the primarily mine the stone. Wyoming Sheriff Walt Longmire has a home; new habitats have been created peridot. Interestingly, it has also been found more important matter on his mind than throughout the solar system on moons, Top-quality rubies rank among the in some meteorites, making it one of cowboys and criminals. His daughter, planets, and in between. But in this year. world's rare and costly gems. Its the few gems known to exist outside Cady, is getting married to the brother of 2312, a sequence of events will force glowing red color has been our solar system. his undersheriff, Victoria Moretti. Walt humanity to confront its past, its present, attributed to holding vast magical and old friend Henry Standing Bear are and its future. The first event takes place powers including an unquenchable the de facto wedding planners and fear on Mercury, on the city of Terminator, fire, the prevention of evil Cady's wrath when the wedding locale itself a miracle of engineering on an thoughts, the ability to reconcile arrangements go up in smoke two weeks unprecedented scale. It is an unexpected disputes, and the ability to bring its before the big event. The pair set out to death, but one that might have been fore- wearer perfect peace and Find a new site for the nuptials on the seen. For Swan Er Hong, it is an event happiness. Cheyenne Reservation, but their scout- that will change her life. Swan was once ing expedition ends in horror as they a woman who designed worlds. Now she When seeking a ruby, you should witness a young Crow woman plummet- will be led into a plot to'destroy them." know that they can display a range ing from Painted Warrior's majestic of colors from medium to very cliffs. It's not Walt's turf, but the newly dark, and the hue can be orange, appointed tribal police chief and Iraqi purple, pink, or brown. Rubies are Final Sail often slightly included and are cut in war veteran, the beautiful Lolo Long, by Elaine Viets shanghais him into helping wjth the traditional shapes. Large rubies are Peridot is available in small sizes "To catch a jewel smuggler on a lux- rare, and the highest quality ruby is because larger stones are becoming investigation. Walt is stretched thin as ury yacht, Helen needs to pose as the he mentors Lolo, attempts to catch the not usually larger than five carats. scarce. It is not a hard stone and can ship's new stewardess — "but between Rubies are traditionally found in scratch easily. Carefully protect your bad guys, and performs the role of father serving drinks to the snobs, scrubbing of the bride. With the popularity of Myanmar, Madagascar, Kenya, peridot from scratches, sharp blows, floors, and cleaning up after seasick pas- household chemicals, and extreme Craig Johnson's Walt Longmire series sengers, she's starting to miss dry land Thailand, and Vietnam. Rubies are growing apace, fans new and old will very wearable because they have a temperature changes. Do not use a almost as much as she misses Phil. home ultrasonic machine for relish *As the Crow Flies, the sheriffs While Helen's cruising to the high hardness, or scratch resistance. latest quirky and complex investiga- To clean rubies, you can safely use cleaning. Bahamas, Phil's got his own job - trying Along with being the gemstone for tion." * to catch a sexy gold digger who may liquid cleaner or detergent, but do not have killed her elderly husband for his scrub them. When in doubt, bring August birthdays, peridot is the Helen Keller in Love fortune. Good thing he's a self-pro- your jewelry to the store for no- birthstone for Libra as well as being by Rosie Sultan claimed master of disguise, playing it charge cleaning -and inspection twice the gem for 16th wedding "Keller has long been a towering fig- cool as everything from an air-condi- each year. anniversary gifts. ure in the pantheon of world heroines. tioning repairman to a Rastafarian. Along with being the birthstone for Store hours are Monday thru Yet the enduring portrait of her in the Helen's a help to Phil on his case, but July, rubies are the birthstone for Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. For more popular imagination is The Miracle when she's on her own on the high seas, summer and Capricorn as well as information about Lily & Co., Worker, which ends when Helen is Helen needs to watch her step as she being the gem that celebrates 15th contact Dan Schuyler (239) 472- seven years old. Rosie Sultan's debut searches out the smuggler - or she may and 40th wedding anniversaries. 2888 or visit fittp:// novel imagines a part of Keller's life she end up going from undercover to over- Peridot is a yellow to yellow-green www.lilyjewelers.com 10 a.m. - 5 rarely spoke of or wrote about: the man board..." *Show MoreShow Less gemstone that has been mined for p.m. For more information about Lily she once loved. When Helen is in her thousands of years. It is often the & Co., call (239) 472-2888 or visit thirties and Annie Sullivan is diagnosed * Book jacket/publisher description result of volcanic action with tiny http://www.lilyjewelers.com. Report your news to THE CAPTIVA CURRENT: captivasanibel.com & Tt Nature Notes Gulf Coast Sanibel-Captiva Conservation t.'a><» Costa State Park Beach & Shelling ^ Half-day (9 a.m. to noon and 1 to 4 p.m.) MM Foundation 3333 Sanibol-Captiva Rd. and Full-day (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.) rs Beach and Shelling cruise to premier bar- Symphony 2012-13 Phone: 239-472-2329 rier island state park. Pack a lunch, your Dolphin & Wildlife Adventure Cruises: swimming gear and adventurous spirit! Full- Daily, 4 to 5:30 p.m. Day: Adults $45, Child $35; Half-Day: Where: Pine Island Sound; departs Adults $35, Child $20 Season overview McCarthy's Marina, Captiva In cooperation with Captiva Cruises, an Boca Grande on Ca/tpartlla Island I excellent opportunity for the whole family to 10 a.m.-4 p.m. • Deck the Halls! view wildlife in Pine Island Sound. Cost is Escape to this quaint seaside village with -S Dec. 16 - Featuring performances by Gulfshore Ballet and Symphonic Chorale $20/adults, $12.50/children. banyan trees, historic churches, lighthouse, •c of Southwest Florida Reservations required, call 472-5300. unique shops and restaurants. Adults $45, Child $35 Butterfly House: Call for schedule *s Symphonic Sensations Series Learn about the life cycle of the Zebra Dolphin & Wildlife Adventure, 4-5:30 p.m. All Symphonic Sensations concerts are held at Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Longwing, the state' butterfly, on a self-guid- Narrated by the Sanibel Captiva Hall and begin at 7:30 p.m. Season subscription prices per person are: ed tour of the Butterfly House. Conservation Foundation. This is an excel- I $112 rear balcony-value lent cruise to view dolphins and other Human Uses of Florida Native Plants wildlife in their natural setting. Adults $25, $128 front balcony-preferred Explore our Ethnobotany garden to leam Child $15 $152 orchestra-premium about Florida's native plants. Signs briefly $184 front orchestra & front mezzanine-preferred explain how plants have been used for cen- Sunset Sightseeing $260 loge box* turies for food, shelter, medicine and art. Time varies with sunset (call for schedule) •Loge box seats cannot be purchased without a Musical Legacy Society mem- Guided Native & Tropical Garden Tour Enjoy the fresh sea air and live music The Gardens at Sanibel Moorings Resort while watching the sun set over the Gulf of bership. Membership costs $ 1000 per season and benefits are listed on our website. Mexico. Adults $25, Child $15 Individual tickets go on sale November, 2012 overflows with many unusual exotic and native tropical plants. Walking tours of Sailing Cruises approximately two are "offeredat 9 a.m. oa • Hollywood Hits! Times vary (call for schedule) u Wednesdays.The cost is $5 per person. Two-hour cruises aboard a 40-foot Sailing Jan. 27, 2013 - Classics from the Silver Screen with music and songs from Sanibel Moorings Resort is located at award-winning movies of yesterday and today. Hosted by GCS favorite Sal Catamaran. A spectacular Gulf of Mexico il 845 E Gulf Drive, Sanibel. For information sailing adventure. Adults $45, Child $35 Viviano. and RSVP call 472-4119 Private Cruise Expeditions Tarpon Bay Explorers g • Dancing & Romancing! Times are customized to guests needs •o A Tribute to Fred Astaire & Ginger Rogers 900 Tarpon Bay Road Beach, shelling, lunch or sailing "custom Feb. 26, 2013 - This tribute to the 1930's features the music of Berlin, Porter, Phone: 239-472-8900 tours." Boats can accommodate groups of 1 - S Kern, and Gershwin. Broadway and Hollywood combine in a night of song and Tram Tour Protect Wildlife and Take 6 and 7-48 passengers. dance inspired by the legendary Fred and Ginger. Performed by singer-dancers Joan the Tram!: Daily except Fridays Adventures in Paradise Hess and Kirby Ward. Join a naturalist aboard an open-air tram for a tour of Wildlife Drive at 'Ding' Darling Port Sanibel Marina 14341 Port Comfort Rd., Fort Myers • Andrew Lloyd Webber UnMasked through the heart of the refuge. Sit back and relax while learning the basics of the ecosys- Phone: 239-472-8443 March 10, 2013 - Your favorite Andrew Lloyd Webber musicals along with tem and its numerous inhabitants. 90 min- TS other recent Broadway smash hits make for a night of magic! Starring Doug utes. Backwater Fishing: Daily 9 a.m. to noon. Labrecque & Christiane Noll All fishing equipment bait, tackle and Nature & Sea Life Cruise: Call for schedule license provided. A See wildlife up close while cruising the 43 • Broadway Showstoppers! A tranquil waters of Tarpon Bay. With a natu- Sealife Encounter Excursion: > April 7, 2013 - Two of today's hottest Broadway stars Ryan Silverman and ralist by your side, discover manatees and Daily 12:30 to 3 p.m. •43 Melissa Errico bring show-stopping tunes from the Broadway stage to Southwest dolphins and observe amazing bird life on Join the marine biologist/naturalist and a cruise aboard "Miss Paradise" for a hands-on cs Florida! the rookery islands. Includes touch tank U learning experience for the whole family com- exploration. An excellent program for all plete with touch tanks and aquariums! See I Classical Access Series ages. And don't forget our popular Breakfast everything from seahorses to dolphins. Wear and Evening cruises, too! (Daytime, 90 min- your beach shoes and bring your towels. All Classical Access concerts are held at Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall utes; Evening, 2 hours) 1 and begin at 7:30 p.m. Shelling the Outer Islands: vt1 Children under 13 are admitted FREE Guided Kayak Trail Tour: Tilts., Wed., Thurs., Sat. V a.nu-3 p.m. $54 orchestra-premium Daily at 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. & 1 p.m. Cruise to the Outer Islands for Shelling $69 front orchestra & front mezzanine-preferred A great introduction toTarpo n Bay! Paddle and lunch at Barnacle Phil's. Cruise through $150 loge box* with a naturalist through the mangrove forest San Carlos Bay, by the rookery and spoil •Loge box seats cannot be purchased without a Musical Legacy Society mem- along the Commodore Creek Water Trail. islands while enjoying dolphins, herons, Leam about the rich backbay ecosystem and egrets and osprey! Wear beach shoes and bership. Membership costs $1000 per season and benefits are listed on our website. bring your towels. Individual tickets go on sale October, 2012 the creatures that live there. Includes kayak rental for the entire day. (1.5 hours with natu- ralist then you can keep the kayak out on your Afternoon Dolphin Cruise: • Beethoven Symphony No. 9 own afterwards'.) Tues., Wed. Thurs., Sat. 3:30- 5 p.m. Nov. 18 - With choral performance by the Fort Myers Mastersingers Cruise through San Carlos and Pine Island Sound to see and leam about the mangrove Sunset Rookery Paddle: Call forschedul e islands and estuaries where Calusa Indians • Rachmaninoff Piano Concerto No. 2 Join us as the sun goes down on a paddle to once lived. Leam the history, see the dolphins! Jan. 13,2013 - Featuring guest pianist, rising international star, Di Wu the Rookery Islands as hundreds of birds return to roost for the night. Days offered vary, please Sunset Dolphin Cruise: Dally • La Traviata call for current schedule. (21/2 hours) Call for departure time. Complimentary champagne is served as May 18, 2013 - Featuring a fully staged opera by Philadelphia's Center City Touch Tank Exploration: Call forschedul e you cruise out by Bird Island where all the Opera Theater Get to know our local marine life during birds come to roost for the night along the 2 til an interactive touch lank presentation with a coast of Sanibel and out by the Lighthouse. marine biologist. Discover first-hand the Canoe/Kayak Rentals & Eco-Tours: Rentals Family Concert Series daily. Tours 9 to 11 a.m. Paddle through All Family Concerts are held at Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall and begin creatures beneath the surface, including conchs, sea urchins, seastars, horseshoe Larry's Lagoon, along Stingray Bay through at 1PM crabs and more. the Mangrove Forest. 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