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VOL 9, NO. 4 SANIBEL & CAPTIVA ISLANDS, FLORIDA JULY 27,2001 JULY: SUNRISE/SUNSET: 27 06:51 20:17 2*06:52 20:17 #06:52 20:16-30 06:53 20:15 3106:53 20:15 1 06:54 20:14 2 06:54 20:14 Everybody Loves Opal verybody Loves Opal, an uplifting and funny play by John Patrick E opens at the J. Howard Wood Theatre Friday, July 27. This heartwarm- ing, sometimes farcical comedy is the story of Opal Kronkic, an eccentric mid- dle-aged recluse living alone with her cat, . -* :fc art in her dilapidated mansion at the edge of the municipal dump and what ensues when a trio of unsavory characters enter her life and plan her demise to collect insurance money. Attempted murder wouldn't seem to be funny, but in Patrick's hands it is uproari- SCCF's Erick Lindblad and Cheryl Giattini stand in front of prescribed burn at ous. The New York Post called it "shame- Frannie's Preserve. lessly entertaining," and the New York Daily News said it's "extravagant and SCCF cleared aWay the grass around enjoyable." SCCF Conducts the piles of pepper to form a type of moat. This is director Joe Simmons third play This helped ensure that embers carried by in the summer season for the theatre. Officer Jankie (Phillip Lowendick) surprises Prescribed Burns the wind would not spark a fire in the grass continued on page 19 crooks! (Josh Chapman, Amanda Parke and Todd Sherman) by Brian Johnson or cabbage palms Although the flames looked menacing from Tarpon Bay Road, rescribed bums have been the project there was no real threat of the blaze going First of all, unlike many areas in the state, for July at the Sanibel-Captiva out of control. The recent rain helped Artificial Reefs Southwest Florida's subtropical climate and Conservation Foundation (SCCF). make the ground moist. by Lee County Commissioner Bob Janes abundant seagrass are suitable for a wide P variety of fish. The salt and fresh waters The organization ran burns at Frannie's The Australian pine, dense, burned Preserve on July 12, 13 and 17. On slowly whereas the Brazilian pepper ishing is without a doubt one of the mix in the estuaries, creating a habitat in Friday, July 20 they executed a burn on burned quickly. SCCF left a few of the most popular recreational activities local waters that supports almost 250 dif- the land behind their headquarters on piles intact for use by animals such as rac- Fin our region. Lee County itself is ferent species of fish. Young fish also Sanibel-Captiva Road consistently among the top five Florida depend on these areas until they are large coons, opossums and snakes. enough to venture offshore. After acquiring Frannie's Preserve, Brad Smith, a biologist at SCCF, said it counties for generating saltwater fishing SCCF launched a land management cam- was a satisfaction to move ahead with the license revenue and Southwest Florida continued on page 2 paign to clear away the Brazilian pepper plans for Frannie's Preserve "It's gratify- has more boat owners per capita than and other exotic vegetation. Bulldozers ing," said Smith. "It's the last stage of the anywhere else in the country. Add to that knocked down the pepper and collected initial restoration. It's not complete until the visitors who haul their boats down on Lee Board Cuts them into piles, where they sat for more the piles are burned." vacation each year and the new residents than a year. SCCF will put in about $10,000 worth who arrive every day, and we're looking BMRH Funds During the course of the week SCCF of new planting - derived from grant funds at a lot of people on the water. burned more than 100 piles of pepper. — in the uplands of Frannie's Preserve. Lee County is studying the economic he Lee Board of County "The most visible bum was the smallest The last time SCCF burned behind their impact of the local fishing industry, but it is Commissioners reached a decision one, out by Bailey's," said David Ceilley, headquarters was 1995. Since that time absolutely an economic mainstay. The TTuesday which substantially reduces the restoration ecologist at SCCF. "We the wax myrtle, saltbush and buttonwood, commercial fishing industry alone is signifi- funds used for below market rate housing burned eight piles there. It went excellent — among others species of vegetation, have cant, and recreational fishing entails all on Sanibel. it was textbook. We had the right wind expanded their domain. "They have kinds of economic considerations — boat The BOCC followed its staff recommen- direction and there was little smoke to dis- crowded into the open marshes," said sales as well as maintenance and fuel, bait dation and voted unanimously against a perse. We couldn't have asked for better." Smith. and tackle sales, tournament and charter City of Sanibel resolution providing the costs and revenues, even food, beverage, same amount of money (approximately SCCF was joined at the site by the The bum will open up the area and $100,000) received in prior years. Sanibel Fire Department. With two brush reduce the threat of a natural wildfire that and sun lotion sales. trucks and a bulldozer of their own, SCCF All this combines to place a very heavy According to a memo from Council could consume SCCF buildings. member Judy Workman, Commissioner didn't require help, but they were glad to The wading birds will be the big win- demand on our fisheries. Although some have the firefighters on hand. The Sanibel argue that fishing in local waters just isn't Bob Janes said he could not support ners. They will feel more comfortable in Sanibel's resolution "because there are too Fire Department wanted to put their new the open and be able to feed more easily. what it used to be, fish still seem plentiful brush truck into action and get additional and we aim to keep it that way. many other areas, including in particular "We're burning the wetland swales to Bonita Springs, that have a far greater training. reduce the fuels around the building," said Lee County has had an artificial reef program in place for about a decade in an need for the funds..." "It was a happy coincidence," said Ceilley. "The birds get nervous when there Workman and CHR Director Jan Hyatt Ceilley. "They certainly did help us. We are a lot of shrubs (which can conceal effort to maintain the health of our fish- eries, and to enhance the opportunities for met with four of five County worked closely together. It gives me a lot predators). "# Commissioners to win approval of the of confidence about handling brush fires the fishermen and divers who use them. on this island in the future." It's important for a variety of reasons. continued on page 2 \\ From page 1 also is creating a brochure on proper reef Ding" Darling Wildlife Society Connection etiquette, to address conflicts that arise Seven Day Weather Forecast i Artificial Reefs among fishermen, divers, and others who • Offshore is much different Much of the use the reefs. by Jim Clarke, Chief Meteorologist, NBC 2 • bottom is shallow, sandy, and barren, with The artificial reefs are designed to ben- Date Temperature Rain Wind Gulf Kent Cooper A Mail's Burden I ! few places for fish to hide Anglers discov- efit marine life as well as fishermen and JHigh (Chances) (Knots) ' ered long ago that they could attract fish divers There is debate about whether they by Brian Johnson : by creating artificial reefs to provide shel- actually boost fisheries production or sim- 27 74 91 50% SE10 84 ply attract fish from natural habitat, thus amlet called his ' ter. But the late 1960s, these well-intend- 92 50% SE10 84 pal Yorick a man making them more vulnerable to fisher- 28 74 16% to ed folks were using all kinds of materials, _____ of "infinite jest" men. While ongoing studies might eventu- 91 50% SE~10 H from old refrigerators and tires to junked 29 75 ally settle that question, the answer is and "most excellent cars and other trash, which they dumped fancy." The same could probably a little of both. What we do 30 75 92 40% E 10-15 85 in places where it was convenient for be said of Kent Cooper, them to fish. It didn't take too long to fig- know is that Lee County's coastal waters 74 93 35% E 10-15 85 have very little "live" bottom — structure 31 a man of unflagging ure out that these were not the best mate- 75 90 50% SE10 85 cerebral power Kent rials to use; not only did they shift, some- that provides habitat — compared to the 1 amount of barren, sandy bottom. retired from the medical times getting in the way of passing boats, 0 7fi 89 60% SE5-10 85 profession 12years ago, The program goal is to build at least but they polluted the saltwater environ- •JPVB yet still sees patients ments. two projects each year until reefs exist in twice a week at the each of 18 zones planned. The county's In the 1980s, Lee County got involved, continuing efforts, in cooperation with Senior Friendship using more appropriate materials for the Division of Natural Resources works with local fishing and diving clubs, boaters and We have the largest Clinic. He is affable, reefs and placing them more strategically. both public and private groups, including clever and kind. advisory committees that represent local marine experts, will help Southwest The county's program has grown and circulation on the islands "He has a great gained widespread recognition; in fact, it fishing clubs, divers, boating interests and Florida's fisheries remain healthy and others, to determine placement, funding abundant.^ sense of humor," said earned an achievement award in June JD Bolden, the volun- from the National Association of Counties sources, and material availability. Some funding comes from various From page 1 ever it turns out to be, would be reas- teer coordinator. "He (NACo). signed to the Small Cities Grant program works here two days per Lee County now has more than 15 grants, or from federal or state pro- grams—such as the saltwater fishing BMRH Funds "We could then apply for funding...on a week - Fridays and permitted reefs, in addition to the unau- competitive basis with all olher small Sundays - and really thorized reefs that still exist. Some, which license revenues. Private contributions also larger allocation from the Federal help, from money to materials to trans- Community Development Block Grant cities," she continued. likes the bookstore and are marked by buoys, are close to shore A third option might be to amend the the contact with the Kent Cooper and easily accessible. Those that are far- portation. In addition, Lee County has program administered by HUD. committed $25,000 each year from "If Sanibel wishes to participate (in the City's conflict resolution (initialed to help people. He has a strong ther offshore are not marked to discour- resolve the Sanibel Causeway issue) to connection with nature age people in smaller, unsafe boats from Boating Improvement Program funds, program), we will be forced to sign the which come from boat registration fees. County's joint resolution,..and be satisfied include the CDBG matter in discussions and likes to go out on Wildlife Drive and take the tram." trying to reach them. "A Boaters Guide to with Lee County, she said. And a fourth Kent moved to Cape Coral in 1988 after a distinguished career as an internist. He Lee County" lists the sites along with their With a growing population placing with an allocation as determined by more demands on our coastal waters and HUD," Workman wrote. That amount' is possibility outlined by Workman might be served as a member of the Katonah Medical Group from 1950 to 1988. • t GPS coordinates; more information is to begin annexation proceedings against "I came to Florida because I'm interested in wildlife conservation, being out-of-doors r available on line at www.lee- fisheries, we have to be proactive to pro- estimated at about $27,000. 5 I unincorporated Lee County. !!' and being near and on the ocean and Gulf," he said. i J" county.com/naturalresources. The county tect them. The artificial reef program is She said Sanibel could opt out of. the HABDA.YA THINK YOU ARE, one way of doing that and the county's Kent wasn't in Florida long before signing up as a volunteer for the U.S. Fish & program, and the City's allocation, what- Wildlife Service. He is joined at "Ding" Darling by his brother, Stuart. He also sings with a barbershop choir. IADY, "It's good to keep busy!" he said. END OF MONTH SALE • JULY27-3I Kent was bom in Maplewood, New Jersey. He grew up in the Garden State and WE PACK & SHIP attended Princeton University. His years on the Ivy League campus remain fresh in his ADDITIONAL 20% OFF mind, and he regularly goes to his class reunions. Th< ALREADY REDUCED MERCHANDISE "I'm grateful to Princeton for taking me in," he said. "Going to college makes you porty aware of things like philosophy and anthropology It opens up fields of interest which LOWEST SHIPPING PRICES ON THE ISLANDS! improve the quality of your life." Looking down at his shoes, he added. "I sometimes wear blue socks, but I say it's not • UPS • Fed Ex • Airborne • Roadway Yale blue!" eahorse Shop • Professional Packing & Supplies Kent went to Jefferson Medical College, spent two years in the U.S Army Medical • Free Recycled Cartons • Free Pick Up Corps (discharged as a captain), and did a four-year residency at Methodist Hospital in • Visa, MC, Disc, AmEx Brooklyn. Having completed his training, he started work in Katonah and reeled off 38 Courtesy of the J N "Ding" Darling Foundation years of medical service With so many consecutive shifts on the same team, he is the SANIBEL'S ORIGINAL Cal Ripken, Jr. of MDs. eventy years ago, "Ding" Darling begrudged the double standard of fashion.^ Kent liked the scope of an internist: it allowed him to treat a vanety of ailments and PACK & SHIP conditions "As an internist you also talk to people about their general health, including SERVING THE ISLANDS FOR 16 YEARS their mental health," he said. s ©Christopher D. Koss V Kent can often be seen walking around the Center for Education with the latest vol- ume of The New England Journal of Medicine. He is particularly fascinated by stem 4.N. "Dfing" Darting Naflonar Wfdlife Refuge, cell and autoimmune research. "New things are coming out all the time," he said "For On© Wildlife Drive (off Son-Cap Road>Sanibei, H. 151 example, most gastric ulcers come from a bacterial infection, and are now treated with Annual antibiotics. We didn't have the slightest idea about this 10 or 12 years ago." Kent makes frequent visits to Fort Myers Beach. "There's usually a breeze and I enjoy Wildlife Drive is closed to all vehicles J seeing the families playing in the sand," he said. "The pier is interesting. I saw a guy until the end of construction LADIES SWIMSUIT SALE 'I Gold Crown Slora t catch a 23-inch snook a few weeks ago. I saw four or five foot hammerhead sharks and mm ~~m Mm mm mm mm mm mm »wtf stingrays. I like the Causeway, too." Hikers and bikers will be Selected -^g HOUHOMH * Up north, Kent sailed in Connecticut for a number of years. When he lived in Regular Priced Katonah, he had a sailboat on Long Island Sound. allowed onto parts of Wildlife Drive 2001 Ladies Swimsuits j Evirar DAY tow PRICE | Not able to travel much during his working years, Kent recently fulfilled a dream of • ___Bb_ twimililllliiiiniiianiimii miii _____ Q going to Alaska. "I'm especially interested in marine mammals, and observed humpback Center For Education open 9 a.m. to 4 p m 25% OFF whales, orcas and sea otters in Alaska," he said. 7 days a week ST SALE CONTINUES THRU AUGUST 31 . Jw 24-oxp. I[ Bolden said his excitement about the trip rubbed off. "He brought in books about LADIES *MENS • CHILDRENS • GIFTS • SHOES •JEWELRY* T-SHIRTS J Color Print Processing 1 Alaska and got me interested - now all I want to do is go to Alaska!" said Bolden. 'Kent Volunteers are needed for Sunday afternoons at J Color Print Processing 1 is still really active. He has a good time here and jokes a lot. He is always reading some- the Refuge. Cash register help is also needed for thing, whether environmental or medical. He is a wealth of information." 941-472-1100 Mon. - Sat. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. L _ _;; JftSttJftSttff af aftt - _. IIJJ \ ; E-Mail' the book store from 9'30 a.m to 12:30 p m and Kent's three children currently reside in Maine. His daughter, Sally, works as a pedi- 12:30 to 4 p.m. Training Is provided for all positions. TW€> 1ACAT1ONS • OPEWI W DAYS! atric psychiatrist; Kent is a landscape architect; and David is guidance counselor.* [email protected] 362 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Sanibel Next to Village Cafe on Captiva Dr., Look Website: If you are interested please call 472-1100. "Lighthouse End" http://dingdarlingsociety.org 472-1858 Heart of The Island Shops for the Purple Awning ______* jAX472-8517 395-0434 • FAX395-0981 Trown said he did not discern a 7 o "rhythm" on the end of the island near City Outraged 1/ " the Scnbante property "This house does Acorn not sit nght on the water It has terrific Over Destroyed Anna's Moroccan setbacks" and would provide a "contem- Ann Taylor porary profile' to the beach area, he Pine Trees Department report added Bacchus & Co. 1 Scribante A major issue is whether or not "All the other homes are driven by he City of Sanibel expressed "out- Bath & Body Works rage" Wednesday over the the design conforms to the section their lot size," Trown pointed out "Our Banana Republic I Request Gives of the Land Development Code property shouldn't have to conform" with Tdestruction of 12 large Australian pertaining to appearance of the other, much smaller lots in the neigh- Pine trees, seven along Periwinkle Way Bed Bath & Beyond | New Meaning To structures, size and mass of struc- borhood Intenm City Manager O Sam Ackley Bell Tower Travel said Aquagenix is a subcontracting firm tures ' Samler agreed that there are only two Bell Tower 20 Cinema "'Large Houses' Planning staff said the appli- beach front homes to use for companson hired to remove exotics around the sewer ponds to the east of Matzaluna restau- Big Olaf Creamery by Camille Kucaba cant has not demonstrated confor- purposes, saying that on West Gulf Dnve mance with Code provisions relat- many homes have a high percentage of rant Apparently, "and we have no idea Bistro 41 why," the pines were treated with an her- ccompanied by their attorney and ing to residential densities, height waterfront coverage (as great as 85 per- Blackhawk Cafe bicide and killed, he said architect and armed with stacks of restnctions and flood hazard cent), much more than the approximately Brookstone plans and drawings, AJ and reduction standards Also in ques- 32 percent proposed for the Scnbante "We're very upset by this," Ackley A added The company has been instructed Charmed Jewelry Boutique Lynda Scnbante went before the tion is whether or not the new property Planning Commission Tuesday request- design constitutes a duplex In Commissioner John Dillon said he to remove the dead trees and will be get- Cheshire Cat Toys ing a development permit to remodel addition, Dr Rob Loflm, natural was "having trouble calling this project a ting a letter asking that they all be replaced with trees on the City's Chico's, and expand their Gulf fiont home on the resources director, expressed con- remodeling " Commissioner Linda Clockworks north end of Sanibel cern over the proposed landscap- Robison questioned the actual portion of approved list of vegetation With over 24,000 square feet of space, ing buffer and how far it might . the existing house to be retained Ackley said Utilities Director John Cooker Bar & Grill the proposed new structure would be the encroach into the dune area on "It's our contention that plans as pro- Hefty learned of the incident on July 23 D'Amico & Sons largest single family residence in the the property posed meet the requirements of the Land and notified Rob Loflin, natural resources As proposed, the Scnbante remodeling and addition would encompass over 24,000 square feet on Draper's & Damon's neighborhood - and, in fact, the entire The land, acquired by the Development Code," Hartseil told the director # City Scnbantes in 1999, consists of the Gulf front property at 6111 San-Cap Road Commission The public heanng was Gap Dunng the three and one-half hours approximately 4 8 acres (seven by another, Hartseil said along Clam Bayou and with the character continued to 1 30 p m on September Gap Kids the Commission pondered the applica- lots) at 6111 San-Cap Road It is zoned He cited City Code which provides foi iilony the beach front 25 One Candidate Holiday Inn Select tion, Vice Chairman Jack Samler at one with a development density ot 0 1 dveiall dimensions of the thiee story Dunng the morning session July 24, approval of densities' as of ownership on Homewoud Suites f -! point told the couple, "I don't think you re dwelling units per acre or one dwelling December 1,1975 " The parcels were bnildmq oic 211 feet long and 140 feet discussion continued on another "large Remains For City going to get there, today or any day ' unit per 10 acres, the staff report noted under two owners then, he explained, so wide for a total of more than 24,000 house" issue of a much smaller nature Island Pursuit Planning Department staff recommended Two dwellings currently are located each was permitted to have a single family square feet of space, including lower floor Darrell and Roberta Hanson returned Manager Position Jacobson's the permit not be approved as requested, there, a "main house," which the couple dwelling plan, main/upper fboi plans and non-liv- to the Commission seeking vanances to s of press time, Michael Copp of Jacobson's Hair Salon inq space This compates to the 52 by 52 and the heanng was conbnued to the proposes to remodel and expand, and a Samler suggested the Scnbantes might allow them to replace their existing home Glenwood Springs, Colorado, Janeen September 25 Commission meeting "caretaker's cottage,' which would remain want to split their property in order to square foot dimensions and appioximately on Woodnng Road with a new dwelling was the lone candidate for the 6,800 squate feet of space of the adjacent A on the parcel Plan Commission accommodate two dwellings, and Hartseil and swimming pool The planning body permanent position of Sanibel City Janeen's/Bridal Chairman Phyllis Bogen reported the said he would discuss the one or-two pat house to the northwest, "typical of the expressed "disappointment" that the Manager Johnny Rockets Scnbantes eventually want to expand the eel issue with City Attorney Doug neighborhood," Wtkwer said design did not change from the onginal A reliable City source said "it's certain- Key West Boutique cottage as well It's ' adding nonconformi- Wyckoff H defined tviyhbothood and the this lot," Commissioner Dick Downes scheduled to meet today (Fnday, July 27) principal dwelling unit, it's nonconform- the architectural firm of Barany Schmiti City as a whole," he wiote in his report said to make a decision Omaha Steaks to get there, today or any ing, he continued, explaining that Code Summers Weaver and Partners, Inc , to "Visual volume is a biq factor Our con Hanson cited neighboring homes built It is also possible Council might decide Patchington day." does not permit an applicant to alter or review the plans, specifically as they relate wins ate the ovciall massing of the struc closer than the required 50 feet from to expand the number of candidates Peel'N Pare substantially improve a nonconforming to the ' appearance of structures portion lure, Weaver said mean high water line, saying "the unusual under consideration At a special meeting structure oftheLDC 'I he Plannlnq Depatlment noted the extremities of our lot create unique prob- July 11, the City narrowed its list down to Portfolio The Scnbantes' attorney outlined the Basically the application, submitted by Weavei told commissioners the house remodellnq/addilioti would increase the lems for this property" three from six Two of the three finalists Saks Fifth Avenue history of the property, noting that the the Scnbantes attorney, Steven Hartseil, as submitted is' unharmonious' with adju existmq livinq space of the '.tinctureby But Bogen stressed that the subsequently withdrew & Soft As A Grape mam house was built around 1972-74, r seeks to "substantially improve, recon- cent single family residences on the north about % peuenl, a 14 > percent increase Commission should not have to make the cottage back in the 1960s Two of the Swim N' Sport struct, remodel and expand an existing west and southeast sides of the piopci Ly, in total fioot area I he c osl of the? project decisions based on previous decisions, lots were purchased by one person, five About Sea Turtles on nonconforming structuie and noncon- with the housing pattern to the southeast is estimated at $1 3 million "especially if we think those decisions Sunglass Hut formmg use,' according to the Planning were erroneous " She and other Sanibel & Captiva Islands Talbots Commission members noted that recent -^ The Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation W1IJJl A-M* - :?O\O Taste of New York Pizza heavy rains and subsequent flooding of monitors Loggerhead sea turtle nesting on Woodnng Road and area properties are Sanibel and Captiva from May thru October The Mole Hole Independently Owned And Operated Contributing Writers all the more reason to respect the setback -4^. Loggerhead sea turtles are listed as threat- l f Thomas Kinkade Gallery ened under the Endangered Species Act f*ljlf fl l! COPYRIGHT 2001 Island Sun MciiyAnne Iiaulii Hi I aye I ,115 Novelli provisions l#flll*U II T.G.L Friday's Knnbeiley Kcthfuid (iianlK'iry Sieve Robinson Robison said she was most concerned .jj^ Pollution lighted beaches, loss of nesting habi tat boat collisions and entrapment in shnmp Trader Rick's MEMBER USPS 18 Bulk Rate permit paid for at Sanibel, Florida, 33957 Constaiue Cl.imy I ma 1 LiiMiMii by the lack of demonstration that the van- nets and other fishing gear have caused a dras- Trappings Travelware Postmaster Send change of address to Island Sun, 1640 Penwinkle Way, IDH Hi van I layes CaplaitiRuk ances sought are the mimmums required to mitigate the "hardship" to the property tic decline in sea turtle populations Suite 2, Sanibel, FL 33957 Jim C lark Hi van I lemy Silhavy Unisa Shoes V^/hamber of v_/ommerce Co-Publishers owners -^- Adult Loggerhead sea turtles can grow to Published every Fnday for the people and visitors of Sanibel and Captiva l)i Dave Mat ion Smith Victoria's Secret Lonn Arundel & Ken Rasi At one point commissioners caught more than three feet in length and weigh I licit Clements I Icpbum Jim Stevenson between 250 400 pounds Islands Distribution 10,000-12,000 per week (seasonal) themselves trying to redesign the Hanson Vitamin World Advertising Su/y Cohen Craiq \\ 11< tsth PhD Mailed free to Sanibel and Captiva residents every Fnday home and stopped short of telling the -^ Female Loggerhead sea turtles emerge at night Wallaby Trading Co. Paige Lowman Damon Lraiq Sdi libel School to lay 40 180 leathery, ping pong ball sized eggs Subscription pnees Third Class Lee County $20 one year, Joan I ioopct couple exactly where to "nip and tuck" Slum I Duncan Students and usually nest 2 or 3 times in a single season WiUiams-Sonoma Third Class U S $28 one year, $15 six months (Allow 2-3 weeks for deiiv Becky Kaplan Htmil Johnson the dimensions Marcw 1 eeney Roxanne Kelly Marianne Dila J^- The incubation penod for Loggerhead sea ery) First Class U S $85 one year, six months $45 (Allow 3 5 days for Graphic Arts & Slntkland After two and one-half hours of Ed I rank ( htislophet I) turtle eggs on Sanibel and Captiva is approx- DISCOVER AN ENTERTAINING NEW WORLD delivery) Pnces include state sales tax Send subsenptjon requests to Production Jeanie I inch rehashing the issue, the "difference" in imately 56 days PtKulla Koss Island Sun, 1640 Penwinkle Wayr Suite 2, Sanibel, FL 33957 Dr Michael dimensions boiled down to about two and -%• Sea turtle hatchlings emerge after dark using Fort Myers Beach Daniel M Stewart III rnecler&dot I Audrey Kiienen THE BELL TOWER SHOPS •flttl Cktxl*! t${j
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November through May. 472-4855. the Sanibel Congregational Church every Other weekday opportunities for Worship UNITARIAN CHURCH FORT MYERS: Friday evening at 8 p.m. 472-4446. and Prayer: Prayer group at 1 p.m. on 13411 Shire Lane (north of Daniejs) Mondays in the Family Life Center. "KadarrTNick Gillespie teaches mindful- BREAD OF LIFE MINISTRIES to CHURCH OF GOD SANIBEL CONGREGATIONAL UNITED ness through Buddhist meditation every 16581 McGregor Blvd. 267-3166 CHURCH OF CHRIST: Friday, 7 to 8:30 p.m. 362-2030. (Just past the Tanger Outlet Mall) 2050 Periwinkle Way, across from UNITY OF THE ISLANDS: 8 Pastor Joe Hanshaw Periwinkle Place Shopping Center. Dr. Will discontinue service on Sanibel at the Sunday Worship Hours: Randall H. Niehoff, pastor. Rev. Sandra R. Sanibel Congregational Church. Please Bible Study - 9:45 a.m. Boler, associate pastor. join us at our service in Fort Myers, Sunday Morning Worship -10:40 a.m. Sunday worship service —10 a.m. full 9a.m., 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. Evening Worship - 6 p.m. worship service and Sunday School. 278-1511.* Wednesday Worship - 7 p.m. Child care provided. CHURCH OF THE ISLANDS Elevator for easy access. 4115 San-Cap Road Church office open Monday through Sunday Morning Worship, 10 a.m. Friday. Phone 472-0497. ST. ISABEL CATHOLIC CHURCH: FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST, Friends In Service Here SCIENTIST: 3559 San-Cap Rd., 2950 West Gulf Dr., Sunday -10:30 a.m.; Administrator Rev. George Ratzrnann, Sunday School -10:30 a.m., Wednesday Parochial Vicar Rev Carmen Caruso. FISH Lines evening meeting - 7:30 p.m.; Reading Sunday Mass - 8:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. quipment is available for loan to room open Wednesday, May through Sat. Vigil - 5:30 p.m. Daily Mass, John Sprecher will be celebrating his birthday August 2 Camiile Kucaba Chris Arundel Mary Jo Bogdon 8:30 a.m., Confession - Sat. - 4:30 p.m., residents and visitors who have a October, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. 472-8684. short term, temporary need for GREEK ORTHODOX CHURCH OF 472-2763. E wheelchairs, walkers, canes, crutches, appy 46th Birthday John! The beach misses you and I love you. To the moon Ihris Arundel will be celebrating his ST. MICHAEL & ALL ANGELS "•he Island Sun's Shopping Queen, 'et another year has passed by! SOUTHWEST FLORIDA: commodes, shower seats, etc. All FISH and back, Milissa. & h birthday Friday, July 27. "You're EPISCOPAL CHURCH: Camiile Kucaba, celebrates her Happy Birthday Jo. Love, Rev. Johannes L Jacobse, Presbyter asks in return is that the equipment 'looking younger every day, Hon!" Orthros 9 a.m. Liturgy 10 a.m. 2304 Periwinkle Way, 472-2173 birthday Wednesday, August 1. c The Whole Gang!* receives proper care and is returned H T The Rev. Dr. Donald A. Fishburne, Rector Y 481-2099. Happy birthday. Love, Lorin and the Have Ia great day, Camiile! From the cleaned and in good condition after it boys. PEACE LUTHERAN CHURCH: Sunday: 8 & 10 a.m., Holy Eucharist gang.* - • Weekdays: Wed., 9 a.m. Eucharist with has served its purpose. For long term p.s. Happy birthday from all of us to 17625 Pine Ridge Road, Fort Myers. Healing use, there are Medical Supply twin sister Connie in California.& Pastor Walter Still, 437-2599. Sun. Thurs., 7:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist • Worship 9:30 a.m. Bible Study 8:45 a.m. Companies who will deliver needed Sat., 5 p.m. Holy Eucharist equipment. To obtain additional infor- A congregation of Evangelical Lutheran TEMPLE BETHEL SYNAGOGUE: Church in America. mation, please call 472-0404.* 16225 Winkler Rd. 433-0018. Rabbi SANIBEL COMMUNITY CHURCH: Bruce Diamond. Fri., - 8 p.m. 1740 Periwinkle Way, 472-2684. Pastor, Don Bubna Sunday Worship Hours: uiperfectplusperfc Check Out My New Look And sizes 14 & up Have A Drink OnThe House! Distinctive Apparel, Accessories & Gifts For The Discriminating " cypress square forever green shops Contemporary Woman 13451 mtgregor boulevard 2055 periwinkle way fort myeis, florida 33919 sanibel, florida 33957 Petites • Plus Sizes 941»433«3799 941'472'8110 fax941»432«9008 fax 941 •472-8583 "Molly's Manatees" limited edition print to benefit PAWS fs .->r' ,.•"'.. ,**. F....rl Classiuiassicc CrocodiaFs The Perfect Summertime Hang Oyt I S~** \ V} • Live entertainment on Saturdays 1-4pm • Full lunch J". menu served 11am - 6pm • 4 TV's • New brick paved pool «A. . deck and exciting shell-shaped water slide • Located just Toys steps from the beach by the pool
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In addition, he by Captain Rick Silhavy Ovl nize dead fish as food. had punctured his left Osprey The osprey had no fractures and no foot and developed an ery strong tides and no moon for the last week have made the 7 by Brian Johnson real threats to its survival. But it can take abscess. offshore fishing very good. The grouper have been very active. up to a year-for an osprey to molt and CROW brought The best baits are the grunts and the blue runners. Pinfish work ome animals, ' grow new feathers. The challenge for him back into the clin- V real well but it seems that the grunts hold up on the hook a lot better. icaught in fishing CROW would be to manage his case over ic on July 3. Deitschel We have caught some real nice red grouper but the blacks and gags line or stunned an extended period. Ospreys are high- took a radiograph and have not been around very much. The water offshore has been from flying into a stress birds who chafe at captivity. And, was relieved to find exceptionally clear and lighter lines are needed most of the time. The window, come into since life in a clinic is an unnatural exis- that the bone had not west winds we have experienced the last several weeks have pushed CROW and are tence, complications often arise for ani- become inflamed. lots of clean clear water nearer to shore than usual and lots of the released the next day. mals who must stay a long time. "It cre- They anesthetized the Sorgassum weed is floating around out there. There have been a Other patients ates its own set of problems," said bird and cleaned out number of anglers reporting schools of dolphin. If you are out there fishing for snapper. become long-term Deitschel. the abscessed area. and have a chumbag in the water the schooly dolphin may just show up at the back of residents. You might think that the osprey would They gave him pain your boat. Be ready with some light lines with white jigs to throw at them. It could pay One of the ani- wait until his new feathers came in before medication and anti- off with a nice fresh Mahi-mahi dinner. mals currently requir- trying to fly again, but he is impelled by inflammatories. Anglers are doing well with the snapper and have been bringing in some real nice ing long-term care is an osprey who instinct to attempt to get airborne. He "Through this catches of lane snapper, mangrove snapper in the two and three pound class, and some Served with redskin arrived on January 2. Jim Newland, a fire- spends a good part of each day trying to whole thing, the bird occasional yellowtail. Drifting some shrimp through the passes will catch plenty of man- man, found the bird on the ground near a take flight. Even though he doesn't have a eats - that's been his groves also. The snapper that are caught near the reefs and wrecks are being attacked garlic smashed potatoes brush fire on Burnt Store Road on Pine single feather intact, he still manages to saving grace," said by numerous barracuda and jewfish when bringing them to the boat. You can have a lot Island. get a little bit off the ground. "It's amaz- Deitschel. "Nothing of fun throwing a top water lure across a wreck and battling some hard fighting barracu- "He had charred feathers over his ing," said Deitschel. "He defies gravity." fazes him." das. The small ones make a great meal. Be real careful getting these fish off of the & summer fresh corn entire body," said CROW veterinarian PJ On June 29, about six months after his Now it is just a wait- hook. The jewfish are dominating some of the reefs and wrecks and unless you are fish- Deitschel. "There was not a single feather arrival, new feathers began to come in. It ing game. Deitschel ing with 80 pound test line or better, be prepared to be broken off and losing a lot of on the cob. that didn't have damage." will take about another six months for him hopes that his feet do line and tackle. The jewfish are dominating some of the reefs so strong that they have The fire had singed the feathers down to be sufficiently equipped to fly. not deteriorate too eaten all of the grouper in the area. Anything large and alive that you put down will be to the shaft. What remained of his feath- Although CROW was pleased to notice much while they wait consumed by these monsters. They are following our catches all the way to the surface ers looked like pins. The osprey exhibited the new feathers, they were concerned to for his full flight feath- in 90 feet of water. They can be quite aggressive. increased respiration rate, but this soon see the bird having troubles with his left ers to come in. Osprey cleared up; the heat and smoke did not foot. The osprey had developed "bumble The good news is cause any significant harm to his lungs. foot," a common ailment for birds in cap- that all his abbreviated CROW is located across the road CROW kept him inside the clinic for a tivity. Unable to fly in the usual fashion flights have kept him fit. The osprey is in from the "Ding" Darling National week to monitor his breathing and overall and lacking all the perches and terrains world class shape. "He has incredible Wildlife Refuge on Sanibel-Captiua OZEN DRIMK condition. found in the wilds, his left foot gradually flight muscles built up because of the extra Road. Tours run at 11 a.m. Volunteers CROW was glad to get the osprey to became inflamed. Every time he rose off effort he has done trying to get aloft," said are always welcome and can reach SPECIAL the outdoor cage with the two permanent the ground in an attempt to fly, he came Deitschel.^ CROW at 472-3644. 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The salinity Outside Dining Available level should drop dramatically. Before the rains came the redfish were doing great. Lots of nice catches were coming to the docks. Pinfish and large shrimp were leading the Favorite Bottle way, but some flyrodders were having good luck on tailing fish on the flats and near the 7:30 a.m. til 10:30 p.m. oyster bars. Of Wine. The snook have been showing up, drifting the passes on the outgoing tides. Greenbacks seemed to work the best with pinfish a close second choice. The snook are Live Music Daily >£« still thick on the beaches. The water is a little dirty out there when the west wind blows A Great Place To Be Stranded We proudly offer the finest selection so you may want to change over to silver spoons on those occasions. Try using the cir- cle hooks and the livebait so you can release more fish unharmed. of wines on the islands! 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Hi within this cosmos of Louisiana, the great swamp of the Atchafalaya basin Henderson Swamp is As I sit pondering well known in ornithological circles as the how all seems nght with last hope for the probably-extinct Ivory- this world, there is a dis- Come See The World's billed Woodpecker, but the zoological won- turbance. Frogs jump, der in this vast expanse is hardly limited to issuing their telltale EEK! Greatest Treasure Hunter's Exhibit birds. expression, turtles drop The heart of Henderson Swamp lies off their logs unceremo- th just west of Baton Rouge, under an niously into the acidic uthentic Atocha 17 Century impressive Interstate 10 that transects waters, and ibis croak as swampland as far as the eye can see they fly back into the Many of you who have dnven across dense forest. Suddenly, Shipwreck Treasures southern Louisiana have probably mar- looking like a plated sub- veled at the watery jungle beneath, but I'll marine riding the sur- bet few of you have really experienced it. face, a ten-foot alligator Explore the fascinating history of the Spanish lazes across the slough The Whisky Bay exit takes folks down with amazing ease. Treasure Galleon Atocha that sank hi 1622 to the driest area around, and a potholed Alligator photo by Peter Wallack Powered by his side-to- dirt road winds off to the north and away side tail, this Paleozoic from the noise of four lanes of concrete ers lay along the bank, raising their body to shore, algae and water vascular plants Be dazzled by over 40 million dollars worth of throwback commands the attention of all Suddenly, all is quiet, save the chirping of a temperatures along with the snakes were thrown yards away, and the evil the swamp's zoology. stunning gold, silver and emerald treasure dozen or so songbirds, staking their claim One of these turtles made a mistake crunch of powerful jaws snapped shut" on to their territories. Enormous trees, tower- The presence or absences of top-level which was not lost on the alligator. It sur- the unsuspecting turtle. ing over the black waters all around, cast a carnivores speak volumes about the health faced accidentally about eight inches from Within seconds, the birds stopped Stroll through our museum quality exhibit, dark pall everywhere, despite the hour. of an ecosystem Here, the Lord of the the huge reptile's gape. Immediately I knew squawking, the water settled down, and life view the breathtaking artifacts and treasure Long strands of Spanish Moss drape the Swamp is well-represented, with each the fate that was to befall the shelled rep- resumed in the watery laboratory of life. canopy with gray fingers, providing a pond and canal having its hierarchy of tile, and within a split second the 'gator Natural selection had spoken, the fit had of the Atocha home for nesting warblers. monster reptiles. Other scalies were in evi- reacted. In what must have been a millisec- survived, and the great machine of life This is as real as life gets! Virtually dence as well, with long, vicious-looking ond, the hungry beast swerved sideways worked again as it has for millennia. • Observe ongoing treasure restoration in our untouched by the altering hand of our water snakes laying on exposed limbs, with open mouth, throwing water in every Jim Stevenson is director of the Galveston species, life goes on day by day, unimped- their looks failing to expose their harmless direction. White foam frothed from shore Bird Club, Galveston, Texas He can be reached conservation lab nature. And turtles called cooters and slid- at 409-737-4081 Ask about our childrens programs, treasure diving and state of the art metal detector Point Ybel, San Carlos Bay entrance excursions, and our exciting lecture series TIDES July 27 -August 2, 2001
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It is perhaps one of the most important areas for Panthers UFLJ3 STAU 3FLA. ?iT threatened by invading melaleucas. Activities will include: - A weevil 'round-up' from a nursery DAILY EARLY BIRD SPECIALS site in Picayune Forest 95 $ 95 - A weevil release to establish new 3-6 P.M. .$8 - 12 colonies - Data collection/experiments YOU ASKED FOR IT! 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"An Ocean Boutique" Jewelry Wildlife Federation is hosting a Keep he Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum 472-5544 SUNDAY - BREAKFAST BUFFET Settd GALLERY •v: • •W••::• the Wild Alive™ event to help protect on Sanibel Island is seeking peo- 95 ? & ' 50% OFF Gretchen Wilson Florida Panther habitat at Picayune Tple to volunteer as education For JUSt *7 Children (10 and under) '3°° 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. " A fun Place To Shop..." State Forest, near Naples. On Saturday, docents a few hours each month. Sanibel St Worldwide Shells Diamond & Gold Jewelry Buy direct from the artist. July 28, approximately 40 scouts and Docents are needed to give a 30-minute Corals & Exotic Sealife • Shell Mirrors • 472-8311 751 Tarpon Bay Rd • 472-4557 representatives of the USDA and NWF slide program on mollusks found in (At the corner of Rabbit Rd. & San-Cap Rd. fiext to the Bungalow) Gifts ' Jewelry • Lamps • Hats local waters. A complete script is fur- Sweats • T-Shirts * Cover-ups i0qm:-;9pm Everyday : will meet in Picayune State Forest. The Lunch 11 am • 5 pm • Dinner 4 pm • 10 pm • Reservations gladly accepted Solitudes® Tapes St CDs 12 pm - 5 pm Sunday event will educate the kids about the nished, so you need not initially be Absolutely ho Discounts Savings Booklets or Coupons can be accepted fa' atae promcbons Craft Supplies • Handmade Xmas Ornaments current status of the Panther and its knowledgeable about mollusks. habitat. It will then focus on a curious Perhaps you are a retired teacher, or TWO SANIBEL LOCATIONS little creature from Australia called a just enjoy being with young people, and 1157 Periwinkle Way • 472-6991 snouted weevil and illustrate through could help with visiting elementary school Taste Of The Islands Best Pizza students. 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Clinics T-Th 5:30 p.m. Directly on the Gulf, erving dinner ll:30am"10pni Carts included Women's Beginning Tennis M-W 5:30 p.m. where the sun sets nightly till 1:30am Free Club Rental For Kids 16 Years & Under Junior Clinic T-Th 5:30 p.m. 11509 595-4000 472-3434 Lunch 11:00-2:30 • Dinner 5:00-9:30'Open All Day For Beer & Wine • Closed Sundays ; „-. i» Credit Cards Accepted • A Smoke-Free Restaurant stay with your goals. But giving up 26 TRIVIA TEST would be a mistake. Your determina- THIS WEEK IN HISTORY 127 Antiques to 1. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: What state's official flower is the orange tion wins the admiration of a poten- • On July 24, 1567, during her - blossom? tially important supporter. imprisonment at Lochleven Castle in And Auctions 2. POLITICS: When was the Berlin Wall constructed? SCORPIO (October 23 to Scotland, Mary Queen of Scots is k by Roxanne Kelly, 3. HISTORY: About how many people died during the construction of November 21) Your strong Scorpion forced to abdicate in favor of her 1- Licensed Florida the Panama Canal? instincts are put to good use as you year-old son, later crowned King Auctioneer 4. LANGUAGE: If you are having champignons for dinner, what are you sift through information that might James VI of Scotland. (Honorary Colonel) CO eating and in what country? be only partially reliable. You'll rec- • On July 25, 1832, the first 'm sure everyone Q 5. LITERATURE: Who wrote the novella trilogy "Three Lives"? ognize the truth when you see it. recorded railroad accident in U.S. has a piece of old i 6. PERSONALITIES: Who was the youngest member of the Beatles? SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to history occurs when four people are Iglassware that has CO December 21) Some facts emerge thrown off a vacant car near Quincy, either been passed ANSWERS that will help you deal with what you Mass. The victims had been invited down in the family, •uosixiej-j a5iO3£) 9 aprujjag thought was an act of betrayal. Use to view the process of transporting or obtained at a ui 'suJoaiqsnjM UBl 3J0 garage sale or at an Reliable Homes g 'OOO'SZ fl W £ 'T96T 'Z what you've learned to get the full large and weighty loads of stone auction, and its histo- you are. story from another source. when a cable on a vacant car ry, its origins or its My Stars *** CANCER (June 21 to July 22) CAPRICORN (December 22 to snapped on the return trip, throwing value is unknown. Is MODELS OPEN DAILY •W-S When things don't work out as January 19) Opening up to new pos- them over a 34-foot cliff. • it mid or late- ARIES (March 21 to April 19) sibilities helps you come to terms • On July 26, 1908, the Victorian glass or Don't assume that what you're being planned, don't beat yourself up earlier? Is it the early about it. Take responsibility where it with some unexpected changes. Federal Bureau of Investigation is THE SANIBEL THE ASHLAR II told is accurate. You need proof that Remember: Others will look to you born when U.S. Attorney General American glassware, things are working before you can applies, and make the necessary which is getting rare apologies and adjustments. Then, for guidance. Give them your best. Charles Bonaparte orders a group of and being sold for move forward. A private situation AQUARIUS (January 20 to newly hired federal investigators to also needs closer attention. move on. astronomical sums? February 18) You are tireless in your report to Chief Examiner Stanley W. Is it a piece of Art TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) LEO (July 23 to August 22) Go ahead and let that triumphant roar support of good causes. But don't Finch of the Department of Justice. glass such as Tiffany That troubling incident in the work- or is it new, made to look old? Let's look at a general introduction to old glass. just pour out. You made the right forget that you, too, are worthy of • On July 23, 1967, one of the place begins to sort itself out as care and attention. Get out and worst riots in U.S. history breaks out Glassware is different from other types of antiques in that some collectors have more facts emerge. You might be choice, and you're to be congratulat- promoted fads in this field. Carnival glass for instance, which was a very inexpen- ed. You now have to reassess and enjoy some long-overdue fun time. in the heart of Detroit's predomi- eager to resolve the issue, but it's PISCES (February 19 to March nantly African-American inner city. sive, even a cheap giveaway product of the early 1900's, is the favorite of many col- best to wait until the time is right to redirect your former plans and goals. lectors and the prices for Carnival are more, in my opinion, than what it is really VIRGO (August 23 to September 20) This is a good time to pick up By the time it was quelled four days worth. But as we all know, supply and demand determines worth, usually. Here is "The Sanibel" is a southern casual golf mansion view- Award winning "Sater Group" design, features take action. on that artistic project you've been later, 43 people were dead, 342 ing "wildlife lakes" and golf course, yet a block or 7 3 bedrooms plus den. High quality and GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) 22) Deal with that problem in the one professional tip for glass: The popularity of colored glass was not realized until workplace rather than risk having it putting off. Apply yourself to it with were injured and nearly 1,400 build- after the Civil War. There were, of course many 18th Century pieces that were pro- minute walk to the Gulf • exclusive tennis club. impeccable construction, attention to detail. There's some distance developing Classic beauty, walk-in wine cellar, sound system, fit- spill over into your personal life. The new fervor, and you'll find some ings had been burned.^ duced from colored glass. Green for bottles, blue and purple, but the glassmakers Saturnia stone floors throughout, stem wall between you and that special per- happy surprises coming through.^ were directed to making clear glass until about 1860. Many new types of colored ness room, lavish master suite, separate private guest elevated pool. One block from gulf and on golf son. But that can be for the best. sooner you confront the issue, the glass were made after that. A note on this is: Every type of glassware ever produced suite with living room loft. Fully furnished course at $758,900. Call today. Sometimes you need to step back to sooner it can be resolved. — pressed, blown, clear or colored, has been reproduced in the past eighty or so $1,170,000. Closing May 2002 with this year's price. J.B. Novelli, Century 21 J.B. Novelli get a better perspective of where LIBRA (September 23 to October years. Old original molds were often re-used to make matters worse, and identifica- Ask J.B. Novelli for details. Century 21 J.B. Novell! Internationale at 941-395-1200. 22) You might still find it difficult to tion very difficult. Internationale at 941-395-1200, An early method of shaping glass was to blow the glass. Freeblown or offhand blown is the same as blown. The later method of shaping glass was pattern molded THE CAYMAN THE BIMINI or blown molded glass, where molten glass was blown into a mold, then removed, heated and blown offhand. The finished piece usually had geometric circular designs, which appeared stretched and larger at one end. There was a three-mold type glass made during the first quarter of the 1800's. Since this mold had three pieces, seams could easily be seen on the finished product, since the glass was blown into the mold. You can see seams such as these on old TAKE OUT bottles. The term is called "three mold glass", even if there are two, three or four seams. The later method - pressed glass was done not by blowing but by placing the Crunchy Grouper & Steak Sandwiches glass in a mold and pressing it down with a weight. The early Sandwich candlesticks l« Prity Full Deli, Bakery, Salad Bar Famous House Special Grilled Cheese pictured here, had a blown top, and joined by a glass wafer to a pressed base, about Daily Lunch Specials 1830-1835. Cold Beverages Reuben, French Dip, Grilled Chicken As far as decorations go, there are hundreds of names but the few important A superb design. Lovely veranda, short An extraordinary work of craftsmanship. Call us for your cookout, picnic and party Homemade Soups & Salads ones are as follows: Prunts, Llypad, Threading and others referring to bits of molten stroll to Gulf of Mexico, golf course, tennis This Palladian tropical golf mansion has BAILEY S glass put on to a shaped piece, which was a popular method of decoration in 18th courts. 3 bedrooms, formal dining and soaring ceilings. Golf, pool, spa, vistas, tile, needs. We'll take care of you! Catering & Box Lunches 472-4394 nook. Choose your lot, colors and special dream kitchen and den. Walk to tee-off, Corner of Periwinkle Way & Tarpon Bay Road Complete Lunch Menu Century America. "Crimping" was a method of bending the glass after it was Take Donax St to Middle Gulf Dr. shaped. There is also 'paperweight' decoration made by placing colored bits of glass amenities, $1,012,500 with extras. clubhouse, dinner, tennis & beach. store Right to Beachview Estates 472-1516 Available for Take-Out in a pattern or design, originating about 1820. This is a fascinating area of collect- Only 6 lots left. Builder lease back Only 6 lots left. Better build now!! ing. available at $6,500 per month $750,000, Call J.B. Novelli at 395-1200. There is etched glass and engraved glass as well. Engraved glass is cut with a cop- per wheel or a diamond point, which actually removes bits of glass in the process. Take Causeway Road, Restaurant & Deli Gramma Dot's Etching employs the use of acid, which 'frosts' an area- popular in the late 1800's. Daily Lunch Specials • Salad Bar * Take-Out The Only Dockside Dining on Sanibel Cut Glass, one of my favorites, was made by cutting back or cutting away the glass Right on Periwinkle Way, or Eat In • Breakfast * Lunch • Dinner Located at the Sanibel Marina to make a decoration on it, usually geometric and floral Most of the brilliant cut Open Daily 6am. -10p.m. glass was made with a cutting wheel during the 1280's. A form of simple cutting was 4 Specializing in Local Seafood used during the 18th Century. A painted glass technique called enameling was used Left on Donax, Right on Middle Gulf Drive. 4 DAILY SPECIALS We also feature Petite & 10 oz. Filet Mignons also where a heating process made the color permanent. 1700 Periwinkle Way Dining Award,- 6 yeai stunning 472-8138 Later I will discuss the interesting and varying types of glass such as Tiffany, Follow signs to 804 Birdieview iiliiliiiiliiiiil Carnival, Satin Glass, Crown Milano, Peachblow, Amberina, Mary Gregory, Sandwich, Cut Glass, Coralene, Ruby Amber, Cameo Glass, Milk & Slag Glass, bot- at Beachview Estates or call 395-0093. Steaks, Seafood, Chicken, Pasta and much much BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER tles and a host of others. more. Takeout menu available on all menu items, BEST VALUE ON THE ISLANDS! (An Update: In my last column, I had discussed newly discovered Michelangelo Century 21 J.B. Novelli Internationale • 959 Periwinkle Way • 395-1200 including our daily $5 lunch specials. 4 Homemade Soups/Chowders Daily drawing found at Castle Howard in England. It was recently sold at auction in Don't forget Sanibel's Jiewest Sports Bar "The London for $8.4 million. ^^ig^V" / Deli Sandwiches • Fre.sh Baked Breads • Espressos. If you have any particular questions concerning antiques or auctions for Bungalow" featuring raw o\sters, steamed snow crab J^jKp^fiT ^y Cappuccinos, Lattes & Mochas * Awesome Desserts legs and clams and lots of Happy Hour Specials. Roxanne, or wish more information, you may reach her by email at: Located in the hem of Periwinkle Pla< e Shopping Center HadriansAuctions@aol. com & Open Mond.vv - Saturday 1 l.im til 10pm • Sunday 9 am til 10 pm Open 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. daily • 472-2525 Loc.ucd on the cornei or Rabbit and i«aa-C.ip Road • 472-H311 Real Estate for the Real World?1 I J wiviv.ci'nturv21uuvelli5('llu'om we're in for a very special experience "We represent hundreds of lending institu- say hi and I'll super-size your domestic Shopping With Comille Now if you're cruising through Fort tions with thousands of different prod- Sanibel-Captiva draft for just a buck Happy Hour 4 to Competing Myers, stop by Once Again Home ucts," he says, "and when they compete After Hours 7pm Who's Counting? Furnishings and Accessories on for your business, you win What we do Saturday Sundial Resort. Hang out For Miss Teen McGregor Boulevard Here you'll discover here is custom build a loan to fit the needs by Damon Craig at the pool all day then head up to the by Camille Kucaba the merner! a wealth of designer accessones at a frac- of the borrower" lounge for a little dinner and a little Of Florida 'his week lets Totally captivated by the "funny tion of the full price Colorful new artwork The "very friendly" and "extremely island music by Richie Bartolo from talk about arissa Gethard, daughter of ft hhappens every year money" jars at The Treehouse Gallery, for our newly-painted bedroom would be knowledgeable" staff knows the mortgage 8 p m. to 12 a m. Happy Hour 4 to about this time drinking, now Pamela and Robert Gethard of ab I knew immediately which ones my spouse welcome (hint, hint, Stan) Or maybe business inside and out, he adds, encourag- I d 7pm Fort Myers/Seaside Park, New StStai n expects me to something even more inspiring a consul- ing you to "shop Velarde1" The office is before I start I want Sunday South Seas Resort L I would choose: "Blonde Moments," maybe, Jersey, will be among the candi- you to know that come up with a birthday wish list, and of or "I'd Rather Be Shopping " Oh, yeah! tation with Laune Castaldo at Imperial located at 1213 Periwinkle Way in the (Chadwick's) Head out there for the alcohol is like work, dates competing for the title of Miss course I'm only too happy to oblige Another sure-fire keepsake the exquis- House of Feng Shui on Sambel bright blue building behind the old Mobil music of Nelson Williams from 6:30 to it's only good in Teen of Florida at the 2001 State "But I'm the only guy whose wife pub- ite, handcrafted wooden box from Mark (472-3818). station Carlo invites you to stop by or 9 30 p.m., take the kids they will love it. moderation! Lets Pageant, which will be held at the lishes it in the paper," he laments (secretly Dehus Styled like a miniature rolltop Finally, you could order a sinfully rich phone 472-4642 Happy Hour 4 to 7 p.m. 1 talk about the University of Tampa, in Tampa, enjoying the notoriety ) desk, it could be the perfect jewel case. birthday cake from Jerry's bakery and More good news Mary Downey has Monday Timbers. Oh yes its "gateway" booze July 27 through 29 Well, honey, here goes I'd really like Wait 'til you see what's happening at pick up a bouquet of posies from Captiva opened Hummingbird Creations, her Hospitality night for the local work a.k.a. beer. Some The winner of the pageant com- my gorgeous green tourmaline ring Kelly's Cocoons on Palm Ridge Road Flowers & Fine Gifts., then perhaps custom design and alterations business at force Yes it's true 1/2 price drinks from people like it, some people love it, and 1 petition will receive a $1,000 cash redone in a classy, contemporary setting. Ruth Beyersdorf is turning the shop into a reservations at The Sanibel The Village Shops on Sanibel. If you're 10 p.m to 12 a.m Yeah hoo Happy some people can't stand it I feel it is the scholarship, a $500 educational sav- With less than a week until the "big day," spectacular gallery, not just for Kelly's glo- Steakhouse for an intimate dinner for like me, constantly scrambling around Hour 4 to 6 p.m. and 10 p.m. to 12 1 best choice if your going to drink for the ings bond and $250 to present to her I'm hoping you've arranged with Ron and rious butterfly creations, but for so many two? What more could I ask every time you need a pair of slacks am. following reasons You can save the tops school on behalf of the Miss Teen of Fran at Rene's Artisans of Fine other artistic expressions A refreshing summer suggestion . hemmed or some other garment nipped Tuesday Jacaranda. Marcie G will be to keep track of how many you have America Scholarship and Jewelry to design the ring of my dreams. Diane Mannion's pottery and beautiful- healthful organic produce from Island and tucked here and there, now there's singing like the angel, she entertains had You always know how much you're Recognition Program. The new state And I promise to act surprised when ly hand-painted floor cloths (in butterfly Health Foods, right next door to the Mary She'll even create what's known as from about 9:30 till you drop. Happy getting in a bottle opposed to a gin and titleholder will also be eligible to com- opening the package and dragonfly themes, naturally) husband Island Sun office in Lime Tree Center. a "sloper," a two-dimensional figure done Hour 4 to 7 p m tonic where you could get a weak drink pete for the National Title of Miss By the way, faithful readers, have I ever John Mannion's fantastic painted furniture On the other end of the spectrum, per- to your measurements You, in turn, can Wednesday Bungalow. Karaoke or a killer drink You have to go to the Teen of America and vie for addition- told you about my fool-proof system for (the CD clock tower is a show stop- haps a tasty frozen blender from The use the sloper to design and make your Night! Come make an idiot out of your- bathroom relatively often opposed to al scholarships, prizes and awards Larissa Gethard getting exactly what you want for any spe- per) misty, mesmerizing watercolors in Grog Shop - "Orange Dream," own clothes self with the rest of us on the island. And cial occasion? No? Ah, that's definitely a mixed drinks that you can store like a Each state candidate will be scored the Everglades series from John Bartok "Razzberry Lemon Zing," "Strawberry Mary also sews cushion covers and if you are a Karaoke virgin don't worry, in six areas including' Scholastic subject for a future column. camel until you're too hammered to being the judge's interview" (commissioned by the Backus Museum in Daiquin." Yum! You'll find this popular does window treatments and minor uphol- we'll be gentle. Happy Hour 4 to 7 p.m. Record; Achievement and Service to Rene's offers an incredible selection of walk. Just a little something to think The State Pageant Finals will be held at Fort Pierce) liquor store in Bailey's Center. stery Soon she'll be adding handmade Answer to last weeks clue. Jerry's School and Community; Personal sophisticated diamond and gold jewelry, about before you crack open that bottle 4 p.m on Sunday, July 29, in the Faulk Oh, and I absolutely fell in love with the Another noteworthy tip, particularly if retail items such as purses, tote bags and Restaurant Development of Hobbies, Talents and dazzling gemstone creations, incompara- of Captain Morgan's spiced rum. Now theater on the University of Tampa cam- magnificent blown glass pieces by Kellmis you're in the market to refinance your jackets at the store. I'll keep you posted. This weeks clue-. What deli can you Skills, General Awareness Wntten Test; ble sealife treasures, so much more Stop for the fun Stuff! pus. The event is open to the general pub- Fernandez, known for his unique "god- home or do a little investing in island As you can see, Stan, there is no end drink a beer while you wait for them to Personality Projection in Formal Wear; by and browse (especially you, Stan) Thursday Seafood Factory. This is lic, and tickets will be available for pur- desses " (Stan, I would kill for "Pele, properties Carlo Velarde says no bank or to the possibilities for presents make your sandwich? and Judge's Interview National Director, How's this for an incentive - practically where I usually stop for a drink on the chase at the door. Goddess of Volcanic Fire.") mortgage company can compete with his Shop on! # Drink of the week. Naughty Audrey Warren Alexander, stated: "This pageant everything in the store is 50 percent off! way home so if you want to stop by and Larissa will be sponsored in the Ruth has ambitious plans for this won- pnees! And as "the new kid on the block," (Camille loves to hear from readers. served only at Timbers by Audrey her- truly reflects the young women of the Phone 472-5544. say hi I'll see you there. They will be pageant by. Island Home Mortgage of derful addition to the art scene on the Velarde Mortgage is aggressively pursu- Call her at the Island Sun office, self. Enjoy!& Twenty-First Century Sixty percent of the With many of my favorite haunts hold- running the Cabana Boy rum special all Sanibel Island and Destine Time/Life New islands "I'm on a ride," she tells me, "and ing everyone's business 395-1213, or send email to judging involves written resumes and test- ing sales, it should be a snap to choose night. Happy Hour 4 to 7.p.m York City, New York.* every day goes in a different direction." Every situation is different, so every IslandSunSambel ©aol.com.) ing, with the strongest single category some nifty gifts by August 1 - the more, Well, whatever direction it goes, I think mortgage is different, Carlo points out. Fnday Hungry Heron. Stop in and NEW LOCATION •PRESENT UNIQUE & UNUSUAL GIFTS Island Framing & Gallery A my $kxk pink • '"•'P / | of Sanibel Larger selection of unique mouldings Larger selection of conservation matting ROOSTERS BYINTRADA • K- New and exciting original artwork from Made in Italy a variety of international and local artists. Hungry Heron Plaza * 2330 Palm Ridge Road • 472-1118 OIDE SANIBEL SHOPPES • 941472-2767 630 TARPON BAY ROAD, SUITE 4 MON - SAT 10 A.M. • 6 P.M. • SUN. 12 P.M. - 5 P.M. item JSP® J-J.sa.vExotiy uicu as Unsurpassed gulf views from this 3rd floor condo Join Tlie Gang At which includes 2 BR, 2BA plus den. 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Excellent rental.income. $1,195,000. • at ^N Outstanding Cuisine & Excellent Wine Selection Fresh Local Seafood, Steaks, Chicken, Pasta, Tropicallsland Joe and Joan Burns are one of the islands Drinks & Raw Bar, Burgers, Onion Rings, Soups & Salads, leading Real Estate Teams, with over 30 years Captiva Drive, Captiva Island • 472-1956 of combined Real Estate experience. * wwsancapdining com/viilagecafe Famous Fried Green Tomatoes, Homemade Key Lime Pie H1 941-472-6669 "We Love Families & Large Parties!" • Carryout & Catering 800-741-4752 COLDUJeLL Reservations Recommended Hi' LUNCH • DINNER • HAPPY HOUR 3 - 5PM STORe & C6F6 Chef/Owner Paul Minoui 1456 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island ill dTSifl V I/Mlltf? 2163 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel EMail: [email protected] SPROWLS 1551 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island (941)39 •11 (alUlbfUfe 472-0606-11 AM-10 PM joe & joan Burns www.sancapagents.com t^t : 30 Film Notes boy understands Gal's brusque orders pasts, and his cold steely gaze and hard- mask a good heart. And Gal doesn't fool bodied rigid posture indicate a bully, a 8 Kingsley's Acting Is us either; he's got it made and he's happy. thug who will stop at nothing to achieve 31 CM Happy with his wife, his life, his friends his purpose; bringing Gal back to the fold and mostly happy to be but of England; for another.^ Incomarable In Sexy Beast "England is a toilet," he observes. very hard to help people who do not by Priscilla Friedersdorf Gal is that particular type of Brit who want to be helped and solutions are often I understands the limitations on his station not to our liking, and others are just in life were placed there by the British unsolvable. ith his new, class system. He has operated within that Bemice, are you being unreasonable, role Ben niche, achieved financial success and left well —That depends on how you feel WKingsley has his country behind. He has attained the towards this man, but you are not ready to wiped out forever the expansive and soul satisfied euphoria typi- enter into a marriage now, and maybe impression in our cal of a transplanted Britisher left out in never. If you are not willing to fully com- mind of him as the the sun to blossom. The satisfaction of the mit to this marriage this man should move humble prophet Ken good new life is never more apparent then on. It does not seem his future happiness Clluck 7 "Gandhi". The British F Mary Lou ^ Elisabeth Jack Kathleen when the couples sip their wine in a is with you. I have heard of many (men Carmel ^y Tom film Sexy Beast has a Dunn iergstrom ga£ley Uelberg john Smkh Sam[er Campbell charming little restaurant and Gal in his and women) depriving themselves of hap- Casalc Claudia pL Davison cast of talented actors Kip Sa dy Smith GeOrge ira Glen South London tones says contentedly, "I'll piness for the "sake of the children", these George Frey Susan . J°y" Brian " Dave J who are led in their Judy Kelly Jo Jay Buntrock Barbara Wri ht K ch Kohlbrcnn have the Calamari." He reveals in that children may be teens or mature adults. Veillette S Murry ° Eaton Wendv « Branyon Simmons brilliant performances Lorma Branyon Lawson one almost self-congratulatory utterance Think this over carefully. You have not Reddington Albrechr " Fred Marilyy n Geiger Humphrey Mudler by Kingsley in the role of Don Logan an Gary evil persuader sent by a London mob to how narrow was his escape from the said how old you are, but I will assume you convince a retired gangster to undertake clutches of his class origins. are 60 years old. The longevity tables one more job. But the mob has one more job for Gal, show that you could live another 30 years. THE FINEST REAI-ESTATE PROFESS1ONAL.S ON THE ISLANDS and they send their meanest man, Don That seems to be a long time to deprive The retired mobster, Gal (Ray yourself of happiness for the "sake of the Winstone), is living the good life with his Logan (Ben Kingsley), to Spain to con- MONTHLY PERFORMANCE LEADERS vince him to return to London. From the children". wife, Deedee, a former pom star, and ! TOPLISTEB 'TOF SELLER CONDOlWJJUfJB another couple who have also forsaken moment Don arrives he unsettles the cozy Lizzie group and hot wires the audience with Lizzie and Pryce e-mail address is A RARE SNUG HARBOR ^IS** their shady pasts. The two couples have This Is a free standing home, part of Snug Harbor survived England, emerged into middle dread. His foul language as he stares [email protected]. or P.O. frozen faced at their little paradise and Box 713, St. Michaels, MD 21663.® condominium. The home features large rooms, age almost unscathed from their unsavory 4 bedrooms, vaulted ceilings, fireplace in living room, former lives and now luxuriate in the demeans the women with his specific and large screened porch, covered parking for 2 cars sunny arid hills of the Spanish Costa del graphic remembrances of their tawdry SPECTACULAR GULF FRONT HOME and lots of storage. Sol. Gulf front home with magnificent views and a casual feeling. Available for $695,000. Call George Veillette at 472-4121. Gal (humorously the 'sexy beast' of the Master suite with private sundeck. Gourmet kitchen, the Mediterranean Sea. Clad in his cathedral ceilings, double garage, pool, fireplace, hurricane COQUINA BEACH 1-D title) languishes by the turquoise water of Match your dreams with this super sharp 2 bedroom, his hillside pool, a dot of blue surrounded Speedo bathing suit he desultorially floats shutters, fully furnished. By appointment only. in the pool and gently chafes the young $4,990,000 Call Janie Westall at 472-1511 2 bath beach front condo. Beautifully furnished and by the white stucco walls of his villa in the ready, Amenities include pool, tennis, and BBQ grills. barren Spanish terrain sloping down to Spanish gardener about his slow efforts to Southwest Florida " Excellent rental potential. ctean the pool deck with a broom. The $425,000. Call Margie Davison's hotline, (800) 527-8314, Code 2092. ' Dental Group KINGS CROWN CONDOMINIUM #215 Second floor, 2 bedroom, 2 bath, corner unit with Accommodations on the islands beautiful view of the beach and the Gulf of Mexico. 15650 San Carlos Boulevard Remodeled In 1999. Jacuzzi tub in guest bath, tiie floors, lass enclosed lanai. Offered fully furnished, couldn't be more suite* 489-1118 CELEBRATE LIVING NEAR BEACH - LAKEFRONT f925,000. Call Claudia or Ken Frey at 472-1511. This charming home on an easy access canal has all the Walk to glorious Gulf beachesl Ground-Ievet ESCAPE TO PARADISE With more than 250 Sanibel and Captiva vacation condominium suites and Carmen J. Aulino D.D.S. David G. Carlton D.D.S comforts. Large screened pool & entertainment area or 3 bedroom, 2 bath pool home located In a This luxury condominium offers not only private homes under management, Royal Shell Vacations offers • separate family room with cozy fireplace. Recently wonderful Island neighborhood close to spectacular sunsets but golfing on Sanibel's only ' New Patients and redecorated and offered fully furnished. deeded beach easement and lake front. private championship golf course. Over 2,500 sq. ft. vacationers the Royal Treatment with clean, comfortable places to $695,000 Call Janie Pritchard at472-1511. $495,000. Call Mary Lou Bailey at 472-1511. of air conditioned space. This condominium cost per stretch out and relax. For owners, the Royal Treatment means Bis*"] Emergencies Welcome square foot Is the lowest on the Islands. $498,000. Call Fred Mueller at 472-1511. professional management and marketing by the islands' most LET THE SUNSHINE IN comprehensive vacation rental company. It's a sweet Inviting lanai with panoramic views of the beautiful arrangement for all concerned. Call for reservations or to add Gulf of Mexico highlights this second floor corner condominium. Leave the shadows behind. your property to the Royal Shell collection. Call for further details. $ 1,875,000. Call John or Elisabeth Smith at 472-1511. NEW CAPTIVA GULF TO BAY ESTATE "CAPTIVATED" GULF FRONT COMPLEX. Priceless panoramic view from every room of this unique Exquisite, elegant beach home. A showplace property with lush This bright, cheerful corner unit has a spacious floor si§ri©SiNii You can't prevent location. This 5 bedroom, 4.5 bath home with separate guest tropical gardens, granite pool and spa, and marble floors. This 3 BR, plan and offers beautiful Gulf views and great suite enjoys the Gulf of Mexico for sunsets and Pine Island 3.5 BA home is ground level with pocketing glass sliders that open the furnishings. Separate garage and oversized storage UAL-ST&OE PROTECTION from LG£C power surges from ROYADfSHELL Sound for sunrises. 135 feet of beach frontage, private dock, house to tropical Gulf breezes, Japanese tile roof, and beautiful area. Sunset South is a well-kept, uncrowded occuring,but you CAN pool, spa and boardwalk. Call Carmel Casafe at472-151). crafted woodwork Unique! $5,495,000 Call Jim Branyon at 472-5154. condominium development with limited rentals. . vacations $559,000. Call Loretta Geiger at 472-4121. help to protect your "Quiet Tradition... Impeccable Service." QetThe Royal Treatment major appliances 472*9111 •1-800*656-9111 and electronics from damage. www.RoyalShelLcom Call us today EAST END HOME 1-800-201-SAVE Close to beach and bay. Lovely 3 bedroom, 2 bath home lliliiiiiiwi Features the Finest Selection of with swimming pool. Priced to sell quickly. Real Estate available on the Internet, many with Virtual Tours. $410,000 Call Wendy Humphrey at 472-1511. A ResortQuest Company Browse our web pages at: www.lcec.net ©LCEC www.pmrrealty.com/realestate.cfm ^^w^ LEE COUNTY ELECTRIELECTSIC COOPERATIVE,. INC.. Toll Free (800) 233-8829 • Main Office (941) 472-1511 RE SORT QJJ EST Causeway Office (941) 472-4121 • Captiva Office (941) 472-5154 INTERNATIONAL' P.O. Box 57, Sanibel, FL 33957 32 Checks o Lee Smith To Sign Autographs SPORTS QUIZ o CN 1 Who was the manager the last time the Boston Red Sox won the World Presented From At Miracle Game Series? by Ed Frank 2. Who holds the major-league record for converting the most consecutive save Islands Night chances at the beginning of his career9 ee Smith, baseball's all-time save leader, will headline tomor- 3 Name the only two players who won a Heisman Trophy and then played in by Brian Johnson row (Saturday) night's Legends of the Game Night when the the Super Bowl their next season t takes Sam Bailey almost as much time LFt Myers Miracle take on the Charlotte Rangers at 7 05 p m. 4. Which team holds the record for the most overtime victories during a single to hand out all the money raised at in Hammond Stadium in the Lee County Sports Complex. NBA season? Islands Night as it does to prepare the Smith will sign autographs free of charge on the stadium con- I 5 Only two NHL teams came back from a 3-0 deficit in games to win a playoff event The latest recipients were CROW course from 6 to 7 p m and then throw out the ceremonial first series. Who are they? and the Leukemia and Lymphoma pitch 6. True or false- In the 2000 Summer Olympics, Russia took the gold medals in Society In a 17-year major league career, Smith, known as "the Bull", both men's and women's trampoline? CROW received a check for $358. compiled 478 saves while pitching 1,289 innings and recording a 7 Who holds the mark for most consecutive tournaments won on the LPGA The Bubble Room donated 80 cakes to career 3.03 ERA His 1,022 game appearances is third highest in Tour? Islands Night to raise money for the major league history. wildlife clinic Anita Pinder, the operations From 1980 to 1997, Smith pitched for the Cubs, Red Sox, Cardinals, Yankees, ANSWERS manager at CROW, thanked The Bubble Onoles, Angels, Reds and Expos 8Z.6I ul sjusureujnoj uom Room and Sam Bailey for their support. Keeping to the "relief" pitcher theme of the evening, the Miracle will distribute zadoq She also thanked Jim George, the general Rolaids to fans. Eissny JOJ spjoS uom BAas/\B'E^ GUUJ pus oijuaiBi]Sop\[ mi 9 qy snsjBA giQi ui s.iapue]ST >JJO/, MO^ ain pue IIOJJSQ snsasA z\>6\ manager of the Bubble Room, for giving Tomorrow night's game also will be the second annual "Girls Night Out," a spe- ui her two extra cakes to bring back to the cial promotion for girls 8-12. Hair styling, makeups, videos, music, food and a sleep '9 'UOSB3S }SEd siip sauopiA auuijjaAO auiu peq 01.u3ure.10e5 j? "(SJUBIQ Liz Fowier, Mary Beth Greenplate and Sam i I0OZ «I 3UAECI U°H PUB (sWa) LL61 UI U3S^°CI ^uoi '£ T0OZ-00OS staff at CROW. Jim George, Anita Pinder and Sam Bailey over in the stadium suites will be provided for 60 lucky girls who sign up for the 1 Bailey ui ejosauuijAi xo) saoueip gg JSJI' siq ui S3ABS }OB SUPIMBJ-J /foyers -saureS XIS UI "We're just polishing them off now " evening. Chaperons are required u XO 3 3l S feqj uaqm 8X61 ! S P H P paSeuBUi Mo.uEg pg -\ said Pinder. treatments which are just being discov- the Foundation Further information on "Girls Night Out" may be obtained by calling the Miracle Emergency The Good Neighbor Fund provides at 768-4210 Bailey also presented a check to Mary ered. It's an exciting time to raise money Beth Greenplate, a Leukemia and for the disease when new treatments are donations of less than $500 to non-profit The Miracle team is off to a strong start in the season's second half. At midweek Assistance Funds agencies with clients who have one-time as the Island Sun went to press, the Miracle had posted a second-half record of 20- last week. Interestingly, he will play his first competitive baseball of the year against Lymphoma Society volunteer, and Liz being announced all the time " his old third-base coach, Wendell Kim, who is now the Indianapolis manager. Fowler. Greenplate's son was diagnosed Fowler was joined in last year's Disney on-profit oiganizations, churches, emergencies not covered by other 12, and were locked in a virtual tie for first place with the Tampa Yankees in the sources. Flonda State League's Western Division. Garciaparra had the finest season of his five-year career last year when he batted with leukemia two years ago. The money Marathon by islanders Lisa Williams, and schools service people who Clients with such emergencies should Following tomorrow's game, the Miracle hit the road and will not return for a .372 with 21 homers and 96 RBIs. He sustained the wrist injury last September, but will go directly toward patient services, Nancy Earle, Joanne Paul, and Kirsten Nlive or work on Sanibel and contact a church or non-profit for help. week when they face the same Charlotte team next Saturday. postponed surgery until April in the hopes that it would heal on its own. education and research and Stephen Zinkann. This January Captiva Islands are eligible to apply for Garciaparra Begins Rehab. First Firecats Arena2 Football Season A Success. "Leukemia and Lymphoma research is Fowler, Williams, Earle and Paul will run emergency assistance funds from the The non-profit would then contact Ms. Finishing its first season with a 7-9 record, the Florida Firecats won four of its making incredible breakthroughs," said in the marathon for the second time, and Community Foundation of Sanibel- Carol McLaughhn at the Foundation, The Boston's Nomar Garciaparra, the two-time American League batting cham- 274-5900. Further information is avail- pion, began his long-awaited rehabilitation this week with Triple-A Pawtucket in a final five games and averaged 6,085 fans for its eight home games. The league itself Fowler, who ran in the Disney Marathon will be joined by a group of islanders who Captiva. averaged 5,098 for the season. last year to raise money for the Society. were recruited at Islands Night. The Community Foundation board of able from Ms McLaughlin. four-game series against Indianapolis. The Good Neighbor Fund has already The Red Sox three-time all-star shortstop underwent wrist surgery on opening The 7-9 record did not earn the Firecats a playoff birth, but team officials are "Within the last year, patients who origi- "Thank you Sam for making Islands directors established a Bailey Society pleased with the strong fan support and the season-ending 4-1 record after starting nally had little chance of a cure are being Night such a fun evening to raise funds for "Good Neighbor Fund" funded by mem- donated more than $900 to assist individ- day and will be re-evaluated after the series in Indianapolis. 1 uals in need in 2001.& He was given the okay to play in the series despite aggravating a right hamstring 3-8 • given new hope with the medications and local charities " said Fowler.^ bership dues from islanders belonging to Firecats general manager Chris Vallozzi has not said whether Coach Jim Jensen will return next year.^ "(cSLven though quality cannot be From page 23 American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) and Major League Soccer (MLS), defined, you know what quality is." 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A visit by Reptile Man - John Storms - Scientists estimate that more than 350 is one of the highlights of the summer cubic miles of icebergs calve, or break off, program out at the Sanibel Recreation from Antarctica each year. Complex There is nothing like live ani- Canada's east coast is closer to mals to get the attention of kids, not to London than to its own west coast. mention adults, the staff looked on just as The hydra—a close relative of jellyfish spellbound on Friday, July 20 as Reptile Kids watch reptile man and sea anemones-can regenerate if it's Man pulled one wild creature after anoth- cut in half. er out of a box toise, held in the air, seemed to wave his Man "He will eat anything He can The shell of a sea urchin is known as a " He's one of our most popular shows," flippers at the audience live in places where other animals Man with Burmese Python test. said Dave DeFonzo, the youth coordina- Next he pulled out a snake with orange would starve to death " vive in a jungle filled with tigers and croco- Hurricane swells and waves travel tor. ' We have him come back every sum- coloring He said they can be found in the He explained that the dragon had an 1,000 to 2,000 miles ahead of the mer You can see from the kids1 faces - everglades, where they like to swim in the effective defense against predators he diles. Burmese Pythons lay about 100 eggs, but only about one or two survive. approaching hurricane. from their expressions - how much they water and hunt for birds, fish, frogs and blows up a pouch of skin with sharp Seagulls were used to hunt German li- love it." bird eggs. He asked the kids if the snakes spikes In a moment he goes from a drag- "They grow up quickly, or they don't grow up at all!" he said berate during World War II. Reptile Man was back for his 11th sea- tried to hide if chased by an alligator on to a porcupine The best way to distinguish a crocodile son at the summer camp DeFonzo likes "When you're orange, you can only Reptile Man introduced his next animal At the end of the show, Reptile Man allowed about 15 volunteers to touch the from an alligator is to check for teeth, the way he adds educational material to hide up an orange tree or next to a pump- as a five year-old named Nancy. He said if which are visible on crocodiles even when the fun and the entertainment. kin," he said "Do they have that in the Nancy was a human being, she would be python and put her back in her box DeFonzo said the kids enjoy getting close their mouths are closed. When Reptile Man showed the kids a everglades? NO'!!" getting ready for kindergarten Having A fish was once caught in Delaware gopher tortoise - while standing on the The kids frequently giggled when said that, he opened a large box and to the animals "Getting to interact with the animals is just awesome," said Bay with a watch ticking inside it. stage of the Multi-Purpose Room at The Reptile ManL an animated showman, pulled out a 25-foot Burmese Python. Toothpaste is made from the shells, or Sanibel School - he gave them some facts thundered out a "NO." There were no shrieks and no one headed DeFonzo Incredibly, the school year is not that exoskeletons, of microscopic sea organ- about the gopher's environment. He said A dragon from Australia followed the for the exit, but total silence came over isms, called diatoms.^ snakes sometimes go down gopher holes snake "There's no smoke coming out of the room. far off. Classes will resume at The Sanibel so it's not smart to put your hand down his nose or fire shooting out of his mouth He said this type of snake grows 10 School on August 13.# one of them The kids laughed as the tor- - he's not a fairy tale dragon," said Reptile feet in their first year of life in order to sur- BEST RESTAURANT Experiment #5 6. Consider the amount of water on Grades 6 to 8 Earth as filling a 55-gallon drum. From that, a bathtub full would be the oceans BUY ON SANIBEL Water Is A (53 gallons, one quart, one pint and 12 ounces), a gallon would be in icecaps and "LOCK, STOCK & BARREL!" Closed System glaciers (one gallon 12 ounces), a small bucket full as underground water (1 quart, • Great location • Inventory, equipment • Property & business 1. The amount of water available to 114 ounces), one half ounce in lakes, Earth never changes There is the same Bring your boat, your suitcase & youi friends Estate zoned property on Captiva! 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"For a high school student, like 37 a favorite color, yet it has not been as Stay Safe planners are hard pressed to find a more Life Insurance Exchanges Learning Starts Travis, it gives them an opportunity to see 55 Color Directions widely used as expected. One of CMG's beautiful meeting facility. Sanibel Harbour by Arnold Z. Goodman, Financial Advisor if they are really interested in a particular > blues was described as "evoking a sky From Lightning Resort & Spa is the only Four-Star/Four- When School career. For college students who have § Diamond Resort in Southwest Florida. In For The approaching dusk, another is as bright by Tina Haisman already decided what career to pursue, an cr> and saturated as the waters of the Pacific addition to five Gold Key Awards, the hle insurance annuitant must be the same under both Gets Out internship gives them valuable experience § lorida receives resort has also been honored with two industrin< y has seen the old and new policies, yet there is no 21st Century Ocean." s Anna Khemkhajon cruises and builds their resume. "& ' one million light- Planner Choice Awards from Meeting ainumber of requirement that the owners be the same Red T across Sanibel Island this summer, by Carol Gagnon ning strikes per News magazine and two Pinnacle social and demograph- after the exchange. Finally, you are per- Most industries believe that red will be F she isn't thinking about suntan Top Listing Neutrals year, the majority of Awards from Successful Meetings maga- ic changes occur which mitted to exchange multiple policies wiifi- A important. Interest in Cuba and Latin lotion, bathing suits or shopping with lile the America is inspiring romantic passionate which occur between zine.^ have forced corre- out recognizing gain. This if often used Producer May and September. sponding changes in where you have a number of old policies friends. Instead, as she pulls into the majority of reds that will be most in evidence in familiar parking lot of Bank of the forecasters 2002. Lightning is danger- the design and cost of you would like to consolidate into one new ecky Williams ous for the obvious life insurance products. policy. Islands, she prepares to share with her has been labeled gray the Orange International friends inside what she accomplished most important CMG reports that the color "Star" for reasons, and because Many long-time policy- You should be particularly careful when Bnamed the it gives no warning holders have recog- making a section 1035 exchange if you during the past school year. Top Listing color influence, consumers in 2002 is orange. This opti- Khemkhajon, a sophomore at the Catherine Stein, mistic color is reviewed as a generational before it strikes. Real Estate nized these developments and have con- have outstanding loans on your policy. Producer for the Lightning kills ten people in Florida sidered acquiring new or different policies. The IRS recognizes unrepaid loans in fig- University of South Flonda, is interning Month of June at president of The bridge color celebrated by Generation X by JB Novell! for her third summer at Bank of the Color Council, dis- and Y and finally given approval from the every year. If you see a storm coming, Periodic assessment of your life insurance uring policy gain. Therefore, you might John Naumann & stop your outdoor activities immediately s Americans live policies is critical to effective risk manage- have to payoff policy loans before pro- Islands, an office of Edison National Associates .0 agreed "Gray has Boomers. Soft terra cotta and coral ver- Bank. been overblown. It's a fashion color, but sions will have more mass appeal. and get inside. Do not return outside for longer and ment and estate liquidity within your finan- cessing a 1035 exchange to avoid being any reason ... not to get the mail .. to healthier lives, cial plan. Fortunately, there is a tool avail- taxed. This is just one possible wnnkle to "Anna has become a regular part of I'm not hearing that it sells, well. As an Yellow A our summer routine here," says Craig accent color, yes, but not in larger There are bright yellows reminiscent bring in your garden tools... or to take they are more likely to able to exchange an old policy for a new consider and suggests that such an clothes off a line. buy or sell a home in one and not be saddled with a heavy tax exchange may not always be appropriate Albert, office president for Bank of the amounts. People are in high spirits. of Provence, Spain and Mexico, and mel- Islands. "We are pleased to help her pre- Becky Williams We're celebrating Gray is not a cele- low yellows, like lemon flavored neutral to Lightning can still be a threat to you their later years. There burden just to take advantage of lower costs. are now more than 45 This popular tool is known as a You most likely will be required to pro- pare for her career She has learned a Top bration color" CMG. has a medium suit those individual consumer tastes. inside a building. ] ] great deal over the years and will be way mineral gray and a dark ash gray on its Purple It can enter your home by traveling ' ' million people in the "Section 1035 exchange" (of the IRC) and vide new evidence of your insurability. If United States over the age of 60, and this permits you to exchange an old policy for your health has deteriorated since you ahead of the game when she graduates chart. Fashionable violet and lavender are through open windows and doors, tele- next spring." Selling Associate According to one report, 75 percent important accent colors for the home. phones, electrical equipment or appli- figure is expected to grow exponentially a new one without having to pay tax at bought the old policy or you are no longer aedra in the near future as "boomers" retire and Jhe time of the exchange on any gain that insurable, the insurance company may Edison National Bank is hosting three of home interior sales are in neutral. The Some purples are dark enough to substi- ances, including televisions, stereos, interns this summer. In addition to 'Velarde has newer neutrals are infused with hints of tute for black. computers, video games, air condition- relocate to be closer to family and/or built up in the old policy Many people decline to allow such an exchange or been named recreational facilities. Most consumers in refer to this exchange as tax-free, yet the make it too expensive. You should evalu- Khemkhaj on, Steven Katin, a senior at brown, green or gray. Let's remember there will always be ers and stoves. Avoid using these appli- the University of Miami with a major in the Top Selling Browns fresh approaches to color, but remember ances during an electrical storm. their 60s and 70s are making their first gain is really deferred, not forgiven. ate your current insurance situation care- Associate for the real estate purchase in some time, so Generally, IRS rules allow you to fully with the aid of professional advice to finance, and Travis Kosteno, a junior at The new browns are sophisticated and your own likes and dislikes. If you dislike a Another path lightning can follow Bishop Verot High School, join the staff Month Of June at urban, a trendy substitute for black The color intensely, avoid it! Experiment with into your home is through water pipes. there is growing demand for professionals exchange a life insurance policy for a new assure yourself the best coverage possible John Naumann & sensitive to their special needs. Sanibel life insurance policy or an annuity policy. and avoid incurring additional tax at Edison National Bank in Fort Myers. "Starbucks palette," as I refer to it, ranges colors you love, and add interesting neu- Until a storm passes, avoid contact with This is Katin's and Kosteno's first summer Associates .& from mid-tone latte's to deep rich espres- trals and important new accent colors!^ sinks, bathtubs and showers, washing buyers are mostly in the 50+ category You are also allowed to exchange one liability.^ and buy Gulf, Golf or the Beauty of this annuity policy for another annuity policy. internship with the bank. so. Brown/blacks have gone to the red Carol Gagnon, Allied ASID, is a Sambel/ machines and metal pipes. Arnold Z. Goodman is a Registered "Summer internships can help students side. Captiua decorator If you follow these simple precau- island.^ <• You cannot exchange an annuity for a life Investment Advisor on Sanibel Island. insurance policy, however, and use the in many different ways," says Robbie Blue tions lightning will be nothing more JB Navelli is a licensed real estate broker E-mail him at: [email protected]. Roepstorff, president of Edison National Blue is still seeking to find its level. than a light show outside! tax-deferred provision. The insured or Phaedra Velarde If you would like more information, call LCEC at 997-SAVE or JUST LISTED 1-800-201-SAVE.& Home on Dinkin's Bayou. New home to be built on You are cordially invited to: this scenic oversized Bayou tot. Features include a 3 bedroom Main House and a separate studio with Southwest Florida Gold Key a private bath, connected by a walkway and surround- Relief Act and ing the below-ground, caged pool. 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I heard that if when there is no deficiency. um. any man I would marry. Am I unreason- c it ClL'A 143 r-- HELP WANTED HELP WANTED VACATION RENTALS ANNUAL RENTALS PT, HOME AIDE needed for elderly couple on Sanibel. 410-7147. Sanibel & Captiva o REAL ESTATE THE SANIBEL SCHOOL CENTRAL RESERVATIONS, Inc. BOOKS FOR SALE CO DELIVERY STAFF NEEDED! we are looking for an ANNUAL CUSTODIAL POSITION 8HRS. 1 Your ORIGINAL central reservation service on the Islands with 941-395-1213 assistant manager/ pizza cook and drivers Excellent The following books are offered for sale by the Northern Catskills (benefits & tolls paid) tips Apply in person, Johnnys Pizza, 2496-B Palm over 5,000 one to seven bedroom homes, condos, cottages, efficiencies and hotel MINUTES TO SANIBEL rooms.on and off beach, in our network. Weekly, daily and monthly rentals. RENTALS 3/2 Newer Pool Home Bookdealers Alliance. 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People Come To Sanibel and Captiva Islands for neighborhood that offers a swimming pool keyboard, string, air and percussion instruments, both ancient and mod- HAND PAINTED WALL ern. Tools and the interior of the instrument maker s shop are also pic- On Call Captiva Deputy 490-1747 DESIGNS. OIL PAINTINGS, Sand, Sea, Shells, Sun and the perfect Accommodations & tennis court and is on the east end We hjve been in the Vacation Dream Business for over 25 Years tured. All in very good condition, no foxing. Lacking four-plate supple- Fire Department PORTAITS, TROPICAL of Sanibel. Unfurnished. $2,100/mo. ment. Sold as a set. $1,500. We are the Source, Not just order takers Complete 2-Unit Duplex Sanibel 472-5525 Pay nothing till the work is completed. We maintain, clean, inspect, and rent our own inventory of Private owned condos and beach homes on BEACH STROLL Leiser, Eric. The Dettes: A Catskill Legend. Fishkill, NY: Willowkill Captiva 472-9494 REAL ESTATE SALES Call Earl Beaver Designs, 941-418-0788 Sanibel and Captiva Stop by or give us a call and see why we have so many repeat guests! Near The Beach! Press, 1992. 1st printing. Photographs by Matthew Vinciguerra; draw- 7'20 PP-7/27 This beautiful remodeled Florida Marine Patrol 332-6966 Looking For Success??? ings by Ernest Lussier. 267 pps. Color plates showing fly patterns; many Sanibel Accommodations 2 bedroom/duplex is offered fully Rare Offering! illustrations of technique of tying Catskill flies. Smudge on title page; all Florida Highway Patrol 278-7100 Let Coidwell Banker Captiva Accommodations furnished, close to Causeway Sanibel Realty, Inc. else fine in a fine dustjacket. Signed by the author and by Winnie and (941)472-0440 • (877)256-5463 ttfu Poison Control 1-800-282-3171 McFadden. & Sprowls SIMPLY ELEGANT 2341 Palm Ridge Road, Sanibel, FL 33957 & beach, $1,15u7mo. Mary Dette. $50. Toll Free 1-800-237-6004 • 941-472-3191 Blesh, Rudi, and Jams, Harriet. They All Played Ragtime: The True Chamber of Commerce 472-1080 Help You. E-mail [email protected] or www.s.mibelaccom.com GULF BEACH ACCESS CLEANING SERVICE Story of an American Music. NY: Alfred A Knopf, 1950.1st edition. 338 City of Sanibel 472-4135 Complete cleaning for your BM-TFN 3BR, 3BA remodeled ground level Experienced or Newly Licensed SANIBEL pps/xviii. Illustrated. Ex-library, with dustjacket cut and glued endpapers. Administrative Office 472-3700 HOME - BUSINESS - OFFICE - CONDO. home. Tiled throughout. Short walk Tight in spotted, fraying gray cloth, tearing along backstrip. Scarce. $65. 9 Locally Owned Offices in Call Pam at 395-1122 2BD/2BA STILT HOME Building Department 472-4555 for your free estimate. to beach. Boat ramp for Gulf access. Mingos, Howard. American Heroes of the War in the Air, Volume Collier & Lee counties. Huge screened porch. Oversized corner Community Housing and Resources 472-1189 For some, a SanibellCaptiva vacation is luxury enough. Furnished. $1,800/mo. lot, Close to beach and shops. Great One. NY: Lanciar Publishers, 1943. Illustrated; color frontpiece. Tight in Call Kathy Mouyos for lightly scuffed blue cloth; upper corner bumped. $100. Planning Department 472-4136 CANAL & POOL potential! Best deal on Sanibel. $294,900 your confidential interview OTHERS DEMAND MORE 283-2742 These books are a sampling of the thousands of titles available at our Library 472-6669 This remodeled 3 bedroom, 2 bath two bookshops in New Yorks lovely Catskill Mountains. Offered by Sanibel 472-2483 If you're looking for more, Royal Shell offers some of the islands' most palatial home is offered furnished, and is on 2/19-BU-TFN INFORMATION Sometimes A Great Notion at 7 Harper St, Stamford, NY 12167, ph Captiva 472-2133 private homes and luxurious condominiums. Multiple bedrooms and baths, a direct canal & has a heated (607) 652-7158, and Bibliobam at PO Box 154, South Kortright, NY, ph IF YOU NEED TO DISPOSE OF YOUR PROPER- Post Office HOTLINE beachfront and bayfront locations, crystal blue « screened pool. Very serene views TY on Sanibel or Captiva with a local investor with (607) 538-1555. Contact Pat Parks at (607) 652-7158 or by email at [email protected] to order above items or with any questions. Sanibel 800-275-8777 pools, tennis courts, cabanas and the ultimate «$T~ and close to beach. $2,2007mo. no commissions, no hassels. Just fast, profession- 4/27-CC-TFN 941-472-6669 Ext. 611 al, courteous and extremely discreet service then Captiva 472-1674 COLONIAL BANK luxury of secluded privacy. Visit our Website "ROYAIA SHELL Join the growing Southwest Florida SUNSET CONDO call 877-414-7333 or visit our website at www.i-buy- Sanibel Community Association 472-2155 COLDUJgLL to sample some of these opulent accom- vacations 2BD, 2BA U.F. condo on water fac- homes com. We can offer a variety of methods of REAL ESTATE AUTOS FOR SALE Region of Colonial Bank as a member purchasing your home, they can Include all cash Senior Center 472-5743 of our We Car Do! team at our modations and make your reservation on line. Qet The Royal Treatment Ing Sanibel. $1,300/mo. , A FABULOUS HOME AT THE RIDGE AT 1989 MUSTANG CONVERTIBLE. White with black purchases, providing mortgage relief and several 11 SANIBEL BAYOUS!!! Take a minute to look into Sanibel Office where we have an u top, good condition' Call 395-1334. Arts PRIVACY - POOL other methods that can solve your current prob- this fabulous new listing near the very end of 7/27 PP-7/27 immediate opening for a Branch Sales lems. Give us the opportunity to see if we can solve Arcade Theater 332-4488 Supervisor, two years prior bank oper- McFADDEN & 472-9111 • 1 800 656 9111 • www.RoyalShell.com This UF piling home is situated on a Umbrella Pool Road Three bedrooms, three baths, your problems quickly and quietly. Call 561-414- community pool, tennis, deeded beach access, 98 GMC SAVANNAH 1500, conversion package, BIG ARTS (Barrier Island Group for the Arts) 395-0900 ations experience preferred. large lot offering 2 bedrooms, 7355 or visit our web site at www.i-buy-homes.com. loaded, excellent cond. 50K miles. $21,500 OBO. Supervisory experience a plus. SPROWLS Mexican tile, reroofed, repainted, and only steps to Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre 278-4422 VACATION RENTALS VACATION RENTALS 2 baths, screened porch & separate Problems don t generally just disappear, give us a beautiful Bowman s Beach. Asking $579,555 and 472-5775. Applicants may apply in person at any :*TH) art rcaaej viris fl tc Ctf*d &rte fidEs s CapnJcn try and we will do our best to solve them. 6/29 V 8/3 Gulf Coast Symphony 472-6197 6/29-BM-TFN LITTLE PALM COTTAGE. A charming one bed- screened pool. $1,500/mo, well worth it. Call Charlie today for photos and a Southwest Florida location, Monday room old Florida house with sunny Florida room 6/29 AMEX-TFN complete data package. Lee County Alliance of the Arts 939-2787 through Friday from Sam until 4pm. Our NEAR BEACH! 1999 FORD EXPLORER SPORT. 44K miles, COMPANION • REFINED LADY. Excellent located on Sanibel Island. Quiet east end. A short Call today for further information 1/26-BM-TFN island vehicle, AC, 5 speed, white. Brand new tires. Naples Philharmonic (941)597-1111 Sanibel office is located at 520 Tarpon references. Will travel, drive, excellent cook. PRIVATE 3 BEDROOM, walk to old town Sanibel and 1/2 block to Gulf THEY AREN'T MAKING ANY MORE OF ITI Bay Road Should you require addition- on these & other fine properties. In the year 2000, vacant land sold at a record pace. CONDOS FOR SALE $11,900 OBO. Call 994-9000. Old Schoolhouse Theater 472-6862 863-298-9270. beach access. Monthly rental starting July 1,2001. 7/13 NC 7/27 al information please call our Human 2 BATH HOME Over 171 vacant lots changed hands last year and 6/29 V 8/17 Laundry room and washer and dryer. Large yard Call 472-6747 ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES J. Howard Wood Theater 472-0006 Resources Department in Bonita With heated pool, in quiet Sanibel neigh- with tropical landscaping. Small pets are welcome. many of those sales involved Charles Sobczak. Springs at (941) 948-6266. VACATION RENTALS Gulf Beach Properties, Inc. The year 2001 is starting even stronger. From the OFF ISLAND CONDOS Sanibel Music Festival (941)336-7999 borhood. Seasonal and monthly rentals. For further information and photos, click on Licensed Real Estate Broker Bonita Beach Condo Colonial Bank offers a competitive www.teamsanibel.com. Call 1-415-731-3748 for Sanibel sewer expansion, to ecological zones and Sanibel-Captiva Art League 472-4258 Call Toll Free: 1-888-232-2459 27 Years Island Rental Experience permitted uses, no one knows vacant land better Short term rentals permitted. Gulf & ROBBIES ANTIQUES salary and benefits package, an excel- BRAND NEW HOME monthly rates and availability sunset views. Lots of amenities. S.W. Florida Symphony 418-0996 lent incentive program and future 6/8 BM TFN than Mr. Sobczak. If you are considering buying Antiques • Collectibles • Fine Art Upscale Sanibel home in land on Sanibel, call a vacant lot specialist. If you AAA investment. career advancement opportunities. South Ft. Myers - The Cypcess Estate Sales • Appraisals Beachview Estates with spacious ANNUAL RENTALS ARE YOU LOOKING FOR AFFORDABLE HOUS- are serious about selling your undeveloped proper- Clubs & Organizations EOE-M/F/D/V- Drug Free rooms.- 3/3, veranda, heated ty, why would you call anyone else? Please call 2 BR, 2 BA extra large w/upgrades. "ALWAYS BUYING Si SELLING" AARP (Dorothy Shelton) 472-5517 ING ON SANIBEL?? We have 2 bedroom vacan- Golf out your back door. Workplace. screened pool and spa near beach. Island Vacations cies available in the Below Market Rate Housing Charles Sobczak (Subzak) at Priscilla Murphy 945-1642 • 4705 Vinccnnes Blvd., Cape Coral ABWA (American Business Women's Assoc.) 466-0548 7S0-BM Til Mos. rental starting April 2002. ATTENTION INVESTORS Really, # 1 - 800-233-8829 or locally at 472-1511. Call for your private showing. (comirofVincoiiies DKd & 47 Sr) • Mon - Sir 10am -5pm. Of Sanibel & Captiva Gov t owned HUD and VA houses in Program Application required. Annual lease only. American Legion 472-9979 (800)538-5136 No pets. For further information, please contact CURRENTLY ACTIVE LISTINGS: Call Brokers/Consultants of Sanibel Inc. 4/20 BM-TFN 4/13 V-TFN Million $ Views Await You! Lee and adjoining counties. Also lots on 472-2255 • 1-800-553-2246 Angel Flight SE (Ted Tyson) 472-8394 Sanibel and 1031 exchanges. Community Housing and Resources, Inc 472- f SECRET 'GARDEN IN MCGREGOR • Cottages • Condos • Homes • 1189. (J WOODS!!! Just minutes From the beaches of Audubon Society 339-8046 C21 J.B. Novelli International. Ask for 7/20 BM 8/3 FUN RETAIL SALES Chet Podgorny Broker-Associate Sanibel or your favorite movie at the Bell Tower, HADRIAN'S Sanibel Beautification Inc 395-8881 GULF SIDE Miles of Beaches & Bike Paths this four bedroom, two and one-half bath home is Largest/Oldest Island Beach Stores 941-395-1200 or 800-883-0210 LAKEFRONT 4BR, 3BA GROUND LEVEL HOME COMMERCIAL SPACE AUCTION GALLERIES Community Foundation of Sanibel-Captiva 274-5900 SANIBEL ARMS 1 located on a quiet cul-de-sac in one of Ft. Myers Year Round/Full Time 941-472-7277 w/ garage in Gumbo Limbo. Beautiful sunsets prestigious communities. The home is surrounded Fall Auctions to Include: CROW (Clinic For The Care & Rehabilitation of Wildlife) .472-3644 Paid Health Insurance And Tofls WEST CONDO Available 9/1. $1,800 per mo. + utilities. Call 941- by tropical palms, fruit trees and exotic Florida veg- ANTIQUE FURNITURE, JEWELRY, FISH of Sanibel (Friends in Service Here) 472-0404 2BR, 2BA, sleeps 6, 500 ft. beach, 1-888-451-7277 Competitive Wages 390-9329. etation and features include a split floor plan, sky- SILVER, RUGS, PAINTINGS, CLOCKS, Fishing Club 472-7257 pool, tennis, dock. Weekly rentals 7/20 MC 8/10 FOR LEASE OLD GLASS, BRONZES. Call Joe @ 472-8185 For Appointment. light in the great room and a view of the private gar- Tahitian Gardens Horticultural Society of the Islands 472-6940 Call toll free 1-888-239-1929. GULF HARBOUR den from the master bedroom deck, Tile and warm Arrppting Cofisij^nments Now. 2BR, 1BA HOME with den, garage, W/D, partially Shopping Center Kiwanis Club 395-0328 OLDE SANIBEL CHARM. Pets welcome. Sizzling furnished on San-Cap Road. Avail. 7/15, $1,600 wood floors throughout with high beamed ceilings Call For Details. (941) 395-8882 Summer Specials. 1 or 2 bedroom cottage. Enjoy TAMARIND CAY Asking $219,555, Call Charlie or Marilyn Gary at 600 to 1,200 sq. ft. available lie *sAB2O35 AU2773 AU2774 Lion's Club (Tom Nachazel, President) 472-3829 HELP WANTED Lake view 2BR, 2BA + den (or 3" BR) mos Call Steve @ 770-606-9095,1-888-888-7813 Sanibel the way it should be, surrounded by nature, 4/2-1511 Call 1-877-561-0726. AUCTIONEERS & 2nd floor, unfurnished, garage, or email ss8156@aol com Master Gardeners of the Islands 472-6940 in a relaxed waterfront setting. These residences 8/8-V-TFN »SHELL HARBOR MASTERPIECE!!! Boat lift, APPRAISERS WEEKEND RECEPTIONiST NEEDED for busy community pool. Convenient Newcomers 395-2457 real estate office. Call Lisa Conger at 472-5187 are part of a cozy duplex built 30+ years ago. Our RENTAL WANTED j] lighted dock, four bedrooms, dumbwaiter, more HadriansAuctions@aol,com location is mid-island and still only a 5 minute bike off island location. 433-5982 features than I can list. Solar heated, diamond 3/23-BM-TFN Optimist Club 395-0691 x228 for more information 6/29 BM-7/27 727 BM 727 ride to the beach. Both residences have Italian tile bnght, elevated pool, three full baths. Wont last. FOR LEASE PAWS 472-1027 or 472-9383 1 •SAMBEL throughout, granite counters, fireplace (2 bdrm), Hardwood floors, Jennair grill top, two and a half PARTTiME CASHIERS. Starling in August, flexible Sanibel & Captiva ceiling fans, or HVAC and extra comfy furniture. Of car garage, workroom, wet bar, family room, cathe- 1000 square feet -Town Center - MISC. FOR SALE Rotary Club 472-1038 hours Forever Green Ace Hardware 472-5354. course we offer cable (50+ channels), outside WANTED dral ceilings Just listed Sprinkler system, private Palm Ridge Road. Next to Johnny s Sanibel-Captiva Orchid Society 472-6940 720 EM 750 Island Reservations decks and a wonderfully serene setting! Available and Subway. Call 395-0422 Call The /s/ancf Sun Annual rental with boat beach access, sea-walled. Shows like a model. Sanibel-Captiva Power Squadron 472-3828 monthly call 1-877-414-7333 for a recorded mes- Beautifully landscaped, concrete piling, game 12-3 p.m. Monday-Friday MOSLER SAFE dockage on Sanibel. Brokers protected PIT HOUSEKEEPER wanted for small, quiet sage or 561-414-7355 for a human being or visit at 395-1213 or room, skylight, If you ve been waiting for the perfect 42 high, 28 deep, 23 wide. Convenient Sanibel-Captiva Shell Club 395-1770 Sanibel inn Call Rick at 472-8492 Mature couple with excellent wwwstayonsanibel.com. May God richly bless canal home on Sanibel, the wait is over. Call store style. 2 separate compartments. The Retired Officers Association 7/13 EM33 you1!! references. 1-609-780-0510. Fax 395-2299. Charlie or Marilyn at 472-1511 (toll free at 800-233- Over 4 hour fire rating Great for business (TROA, Alex MacKensie) 395-9232 EASY FUN DIRECTORY 31 NIEBYVROLIFPCZW FENG SHUI CONSULTANT HOME IMPROVEMENTS TQNKIFOCZWUARPA challenger® LAVR1ECASTALDO TRADITIONAL Robert Eaton - Owner DIRECTIONS: jS ' Brinsitis FENG SHVI Licensed & Insured MJHECZXTULSBQGN Fill each square with a number, one through nine Prosperity. • Horizontal squares shod Id add to totals on (ighl PLUMBING SERVICE #000116 LJOC E(G A B R I E L L E)C • Vertical squares shoukJaddtototalsontxittom Into Your Howe • Diagonal squares through center should add to ZXVHTROZNEROLPN total in upper and tower right. : R. 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REMODELING AND NEW CONSTRUCTION PACK & SHIP 1U6 107 108 Allison Felix Jerry Noel 4 18 113 Barry Gabriella Karen Olga Repair & Remodeling SANIBEL'S ORIGINAL Chantal Humtwrio Lorenzo Pablo 122 r Erin Iris Michelle 8 26 Licensed & Insured 126 JCFC057135 Cabinetry & Dining Furnifure PACK 130 9 24 Over 20 Years - Contemporary • Traditional • Classic Remodels • New Construction • Multi-units & SHIP 9 31 of Experience! Creating a Total Environment • Design & Installation Lowest Shipping Prices On The Island Sunset Plaza • 17689 Summerlin Rd. GUARANTEED! 17 31 23 28 27 (941)437-1330 (Just minutes from the causeway: near Pine Ridge Rd ) Open 7 Days AWeekl Answers On Page 489-3611 -472-6227 1626 Periwinkle Way, Heart of The Island Shops • 472-0434 SOLD OUT bv'V P'"X U R ' °U * W ATE R I R 0 N T LIVING WITHOUT C 0 M f 8 0 M I VI. ,i >>' /' Winner of 17Mwards Parade of Homes • Best Livnbility • Be&t View • • Best Overall Design • WITHOUT F 0 U A L "I • ««*•»<"•Home • " I I » V U I L V U A L -| .Best Architectural Detail' Tired of the ordinary? Come see the extraordinary - | , flesf Terrace • Winner of 17 awards in the Parade of Homes "; f . Best Kitchen * Best Bath • "The Castille" is a must see Your dream of elegant % . Best Interior Design * waterfront, yacht and golf course living has risen on \^ • Best Outdoor Living • • the shores of the Intracoastal Waterfront in the com- - \* Best Landscape Design munity voted Best Waterfront Community Palmas del Sol, located within the gated community of Gulf Harbour Yacht and Country Club is unique to luxury condominium hvmg Choose Palmas del Sol and enjoy amenities unusual in a luxury condominium, like a two car enclosed garage, elegant entrance lobbies, and grand interiors with one-of-a-kind floor plans Life at Palmas del Sol exemplifies the luxurious waterfront lifestyle you're looking for, without all the compromises A private, palm lined road meanders over a bridge past the neighborhood's exclusive clubhouse Here residents will discover a lush, tropical pool area complete with raised spa and sun deck the perfect spot for sharing quiet afternoons with new acquaintances or cherished friends Of course, championship golf, a private club, 1£T0 slip yacht harbour and tennis and fitness facilities are all a part of life at Palmas del Sol Shopping, entertainment and cultural activities are just outside the gates, and by either boat or car, the beaches of Sanibel, Captiva and the Gulf of Mexico are just minutes away. Come visit us today CA5T1LLE A/C 2,822 Terrace 516 Garage 400 Total 3,738 PRICED FROM $415,000 TO OVER $1,350,000 At the entrance to Gulf Harbour Yacht & Country Club tell the guard you wish to go directly to the Palmas del Sol Sales Center at 17640 Court of Palms Office 941-437-844® • Fax 941-437-8405 www.palmasdelsol.com At Guif Harbour Yacht & Country Club Offered by Grosse Pointe Associates Ltd Grosse Pointe Development Co Inc Managing Partner Ren irgs on= aTi coni.e[.tioiis. Pnces and specif cations subject to change without notice Use and access to Gulf rfaibour Yacht & Countiy Club is subject to the terns and cond tions established by the owner of sa d dub feed ties. ^1997 Grasse Pointe Development Company Inc.