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Read Us Online at Postal Customer IslandSunNews.com ECRWSS NEWSPAPER VOL. 20, NO. 29 SANIBELSanibel & CAPTIVA & Captiva ISLANDS, Islands FLORIDA JANUARY 11, 2013 JANUARY SUNRISE/SUNSET: 11 7:18 • 5:54 12 7:18 • 5:55 13 7:18 • 5:56 14 7:18 • 5:57 15 7:18 • 5:57 16 7:18 • 5:58 17 7:18 • 5:59 Spamalot Shell Museum Gears Up Opens Friday For Beatles-Themed Gala hou needst not adhere to the cult of Monty Python Tto get a kick out of Spamalot, the Arthurian musi- cal spoof that opens January 11 at BIG ARTS Herb Strauss Theater. A musical comedy lovingly ripped off from the 1974 film Monty Python and the Holy Grail, Monty Python’s Spamalot is a highly irreverent parody involving King Arthur and his loyal subjects in medieval England. Spamalot is full to the brim with Monty Python humor. The story follows the adventures of King Arthur (played by Jason Loete) and his Knights of the Round Table on their quest to discover the Holy Grail. Along the way, they are joined by such memorable characters as Sir Lancelot (Matthew Alan Schmidt), Sir Robin (John Ramsey), The Black Knight (Robby May) and The Lady continued on page 38 Jason Loete as King Arthur in Monty Python’s Spamalot Generations Of Tradition Combined In Cirque Vertigo Sponsors of the gala, top from left: James Young, Terry Igo, Betsey Houston and Richard Performance Pyle (Sanibel Captiva Trust Company, Grand Sponsor); Janet Strickland (Law Offices of or hundreds of years, the highest arts in Janet Strickland, PA), Chris Davison (Island Inn), Evelyn Stewart (Adventures in Paradise) the circus world have been nurtured and and Richard Johnson (Bailey’s General Store). Bottom from left: Doug Babcock (‘Tween Fexpanded by a handful of families who Waters Inn), Matt Asen (The Timbers Restaurant), Dan Schuyler (Lily & Co. Jewelry Gallery), have made performing their family business. and José H. Leal, museum director and curator; Steve Brettholtz (Myers, Brettholtz & Co.), Generation after generation, these families Marty Harrity (Doc Ford’s Sanibel), John Grey (John Grey Painting) and Ken Kouril (The have been considered “the royalty” of the Sanctuary Golf Club). performing world. Two of these world-renowned families come together to present Cirque Vertigo at the he Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum and The Sanibel Captiva Trust Company Sanibel Community Association (SCA) gala on invite you to the annual museum gala, Under The Sea: In an Octopus’s Saturday, January 26. This is SCA’s major fun- TGarden with You. The gala will be held January 27 from 5 to 10 p.m. at The draiser benefiting The Community House. Sanctuary Golf Club. To help promote the event, sponsors have been featured wear- Led by Simon Arestov and Lyric Wallenda, ing wigs and outfits loosely based on four famous albums covers by The Beatles. Cirque Vertigo brings together the Arestov This year’s gala has a groovy 1960s theme and the BeatleBeat Tribute Band will Ivan Arestov demonstrates the art of provide the entertainment. Guests are encouraged to break out their tie-dye and bell Ultimate Wheels, a unicycle with no seat family, which originated in the famed Russian circus, and the Wallenda family, which origi- bottoms to add to the flair. There will be cocktails and dinner, a silent auction featur- nated in Germany and has achieved worldwide acclaim for their dramatic aerial and high ing a plethora of goods and services donated by local merchants, and live auction wire work. The combination is more than professional, as Simon and Lyric became items that are sure to raise significant money to benefit the museum’s educational man and wife in early 2012, continuing a long tradition of circus families joining togeth- programs. Tickets are $125 per person and space is limited. Register online at www. er through marriage. In Cirque Vertigo, the couple has assembled a group of award shellmuseum.org or call 395-2233. continued on page 5 2 ISLAND SUN - JANUARY 11, 2013 Notes From The Sanibel Historical Village Garden useum Director Karl Rodman reports museum staff has finally Mlearned which crops can make it through the hot Sanibel summer – most notably jicama. “Jicama is new to me, and it grew all summer,” Rodman said. “It is now being cut up and put into salad.” However, that wasn’t the only veg- etable doing quite well in the garden. “This fall, the tomatoes are thriving like never before,” Rodman reports. “And The Sanibel Historical Village garden serves as a reminder that Sanibel was once a farm- I’m always surprised to discover that ing community and that most people grew their own vegetables nothing is as happy to grow in our gar- den as is the cabbage, year after year.” Karen Searles, a master gardener, has come aboard this year and gave Rodman a jar of her calamondin (a small citrus tree) jam. “It was delicious, and we are looking to plant a calamondin tree,” he added. “Wouldn’t it be fun to have a special day next year when we share our own cala- mondin jam with everyone who comes to the museum?” One of the healthiest vegetables, Swiss Learn more at the Sanibel Historical chard is thriving at the village Museum and Village, open Wednesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 or’s valentines, pine needle baskets, and p.m. Visit the Museum Gift Shop, which handmade aprons in adult and children’s carries a variety of items for children, sizes plus aprons to fit American Girl including coloring books and paper dolls, dolls. All the merchandise in the museum replicas of Confederate silver and Union store is made in America. gold, certificates of parole and more. continued on page 4 Sanibel was known for its delicious tomatoes, and these tiny cherry tomatoes in the vil- In addition, the gift shop carries sail- lage garden tasted great

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Jason Loete Elizabeth Urbanczyk John Ramsey as King Arthur as Lady of the Lake as Sir Robin —The New York Times Book & Lyrics by ERIC IDLE “… a no-holds-barred smash hit.” Music by JOHN DU PREZ & ERIC IDLE From the original screenplay by Graham Chapman, John Cleese, Terry Gilliam, Eric Idle, Terry Jones, Michael Palin Original Broadway Production produced by Boyett Ostar Productions, The Shubert Organization, Arielle Tepper Madover, Stephanie Show Sponsors McClelland/Lawrence Horowitz, Elan V McAllister/Allan S. Gordon, Independent Producers Network, Roy Furman, GRS Associates, Jam Theatricals, TGA Entertainment, Live Nation Presented through special arrangement with Theatrical Rights Worldwide www.theatricalrights.com

Season Spponsor ISLAND SUN - JANUARY 11, 2013 3 DDWS Campaign To Purchase Woodring Property What’s Happening At he “Ding” Darling Wildlife Society- The House In 2013 Friends of the Refuge (DDWS) has Tembarked on a preservation cam- “Cirque Vertigo” Gala paign to acquire 6.56 acres on Sanibel Jan. 26, 6:30 pm Island’s Woodring Point for the JN “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge $100 Tickets on sale now and to update and enhance the refuge’s Education Center. Fitness Beyond 50 The property’s preservation is a coop- Jan. 30, 3 pm erative effort. DDWS and Lee County’s Interactive Author Presentation Conservation 20/20 program will each purchase part of the land, contingent and book signing on the refuge assuming responsibility to Members - Free, Non-Members - $5 restore and manage both parcels. DDWS must raise private funds to purchase its DDWS President John McCabe and Campaign Chairman Jim Sprankle in the Refuge Dance Series Dates parcel. Education Center that will benefit partially from the refuge capital campaign The Woodring family, who homestead- Feb. 22 ed the property in the 1800s, currently Wedding House Party owns the property, which is adjacent to the refuge and privately owned conserva- March 15 tion lands. The purchase of the Woodring prop- Swamp Party erty will benefit the refuge the key parcel necessary to re-create an intact habitat on April 13 the point. Its location at the entrance to House of Soul & R&B Tarpon Bay, a vital habitat and feeding grounds for a variety of at-risk species $20/ticket and other fauna, makes its preservation View party Photos especially critical, according to refuge biologists. www.islandphotographyllc.com If not preserved by the refuge, the land CLASSES could be developed with as many as five dwellings, each permitted a boat dock extending into Tarpon Bay. Construction Complimentary Shell Crafting of new homes and the increase in boat Monday 10-12 noon traffic would have significant impact on Crafts on Sale daily until 3 pm the habitat of both the land and marine species that live or feed on or near this Zumba property. “With a successful campaign, this land Monday/Thursday 5:45 pm purchase will protect rare bay beach habi- Tuesday/Thursday 10 am - 11 am tat that more than 80 different land and $15 & Seasonal Packages Available marine species call home or visit for food and shelter,” said DDWS President John Yoga McCabe. “Our goal is to raise $1.4 mil- lion for the land purchase. Tuesday/Thursday 8:30 -9:45 am “The Education Center, which hun- dreds of thousands of people from Sanctioned Duplicate Bridge around the world visit annually, is vital to Tuesday at 1 pm $8 the refuge’s mission of conservation edu- cation. Built and equipped over a decade Painting ago, it will benefit from this campaign Wednesday with the replacement of obsolete technol- ogy, the repair and updating of exhibits, 10-1 pm & 1:30-4:30 pm and improved public access, including an elevator. To properly enhance the Sanibel Community Association Education Center, we hope to raise an needs your support. Go to additional $400,000, for a total of $1.8 www.sanibelcommunityhouse.net million.” The partnership of Lee County with for more information, and the refuge to purchase and manage the become a member today! property depends upon DDWS’s ability to raise the additional necessary funds to save one of the last remaining bay beach properties on Sanibel. “With a time-sensitive fundraising deadline of September 2013 to purchase the Woodring property, we will need Telephone: (239) 472-2155 major gift commitments to this campaign [email protected] DDWS hopes to save the Woodring parcel on Tarpon Bay from future development in order to be successful,” said McCabe. 2173 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, FL 33957 Society already has raised $715,000 in For more information, contact DDWS “We look to our supportive community to “To enrich community spirit through educational, help us save another environmentally cru- gifts and pledges towards the $1.8 mil- Executive Director Birgie Vertesch at cultural and social gatherings in our historic Community House.” cial and historic parcel of Sanibel Island.” lion goal,” said Jim Sprankle. “It is an 292-0566 or director@dingdarlingsoci- The SCA is a 501c 3 Organization. “As chairman of this Preservation exciting effort and one I am honored to ety.org. Follow Us On Facebook Campaign, I am so excited that the be a part of.” 4 ISLAND SUN - JANUARY 11, 2013 Historical Village Thanks Sanibel Community For Auction Items s the Sanibel Historical Museum and Village prepares for its AFebruary 5 fundraiser, It’s Paradise … Because, the auction committee praised the Sanibel community for its generosity in donating auction items. “People and businesses have been just wonderful, so we have a lot of great things for the silent auction,” said Gail Garlinghouse, co-chair of the auction committee with Blair Wyatt. “We look forward to the excitement when the bid- ding starts.” The event will feature four of Sanibel’s treasured islanders and their stories pre- sented in a unique and fun way. The afternoon will be highlighted with a little Sanibel history, a luncheon, plus live and silent auctions. The Sanibel Historical Museum and Village’s mission is to preserve, pro- tect and share the historical heritage of Sanibel for the educational benefit of Sanibel residents and visitors. The village is open Wednesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. It operates as a nonprofit organization and is located at 950 Dunlop Road (next to BIG ARTS). Admission is $5 for adults over 18; mem- bers are free. For more information, call The Sanibel Historical Museum and Village’s auction committee with some donated silent auction items. From left is Anita Smith, Judy 472-4648. Yenkole, Blair Wyatt, Janet Frizzell and Gail Garlinghouse

CASI • The Condominium Associations of Sanibel, Inc. From page 2 Ikki Matsumoto CASI Breakfast Notes From Paintings & Prints City Manager Judie Zimomra The Garden The village operates as a nonprofit Sponsored by organization with a mission to preserve, A Better Bugman protect and share the island’s history. It is located at 950 Dunlop Road (next to Friday, January 18 • Clubhouse at The Sanctuary BIG ARTS). Admission is $5 for adults over 18; members are free. For more 8 a.m. Registration • 8:30 Breakfast Buffet • 9-10 a.m. Program information, call 472-4648 or visit www. $15 members • $20 non-members sanibelmuseum.org. For reservations call 334-2138 or e-mail [email protected] by Wednesday, Jan. 16th

MOAA Monthly Bird?, What Bird! Tropical Fabrics Scrapbook Papers Meeting Novelty Yarn Children’s Crafts he next meeting of the Lee Coast Available at: Quilting Art Supplies Chapter of MOAA (Military Officers Notions Shell Crafts TAssociation of America) will be held at Crown Colony Golf and Country Club Sanibel Art & Frame Beads Gifts at 6:00 p.m. on Monday, January 21. 630 Tarpon Rd. The speaker will be Dr. Michael Sanibel • 395-1350 Deebe, a history professor specialist on the Civil War and author of several books Two Islands Gallery 75 on the subject. He will speak on Lincoln’s Make It & Take It Bead Bracelet Every Thursday $4. assassination theories and other events Chadwick’s Square that led to the Civil War. Captiva • 472-7633 Ask about our Sewing Machine Rental Program! Former, retired or active-duty uni- Find us on Open Monday - Saturday • www.threecraftyladies.com formed officers who are interested in join- ing MOAA should contact Joe Smaha at 1628 Periwinkle Way • 472-2893 • Heart of the Islands, Sanibel 395-0776 for membership information. www.ikkimatsumoto.com ISLAND SUN - JANUARY 11, 2013 5 Community Association Offers Secure Shredding ANTIQUE SHOW

Secure shredding will be done while you wait on Saturday, January 19 on he Sanibel Community Association (SCA) will once again be hosting a drive to shred your unneeded documents and papers on Saturday, January 19, Tbetween 9 a.m. and noon at The Community House. Sanibel Island The New Year is the perfect time to organize your home and office. It’s also ta good time to destroy the sensitive documents you no longer need. With identity theft a growing problem, it’s advisable to dispose of unwanted financial and personal files so they don’t end up in the wrong hands. Bring documents such as bank statements, credit cards receipts, old checks, income We Are at the tax returns or anything that contains personal information, while watching the profes- sionals at Secure Shredding, Inc. pulverize your papers into bits within mere minutes. Back! The event is open to the public. The fee is $5 for one or two boxes per car. If you Sanibel have more boxes, an additional donation is requested. All proceeds go to the Community House operating fund so additional donations are always encouraged. Community House For more information on this event or other SCA sponsored events, go to www. sanibelcommunityhouse.net or call 472-2155. 2173 Periwinkle Way

From page 1 Web, all performed high above the audi- ence. Cirque Vertigo The Wallenda family devloped its Saturday, January 12th winning artists who display an exotic circus roots in Germany as far back blend of strength, balance, humor, skill, as 1780. In the early 1920s, Karl beauty and grace, all drawn from the clas- Wallenda brought his family to the U.S. 10am - 5pm sic tradition of the European performing where they performed with the Ringling arts. Brothers Greatest Show On Earth. They The Arestov family is well represented developed a high wire act which gained in many of the Cirque Vertigo company great fame in the 1930s and 1940s, & performances. In addition to Simon, earning them the popular nickname the company also includes his father The Flying Wallendas. The Wallendas Alexander, mother Elena, and brother became famous for performing a three- Sunday, January 13th Ivan. The Arestovs are products of the level “human pyramid” on the high wire famous Moscow Circus School, where involving as many as eight people, and they concentrated on acrobatics and they performed without a net. balance skills, and for many years were For the Cirque Vertigo performance 11am - 4pm featured performers in the Moscow State at The Community House, the main Circus. Simon began his professional auditorium will be transformed into an career at the age of four, performing in intimate theater in the round, with per- $ his parents’ troupe. At age 13, he began formers on stage and suspended from the 6 – Both Days performing the Rola Bola, in which he ceiling high. portrays difficult acrobatic maneuvers There will be a reception with light while balanced precariously on a small refreshments at 6:30 p.m., prior to the One Admission platform above the audience. The Rola performance. Food will be provided by Bola has become Simon’s signature act, Cip’s Place, Key Lime Bistro, Sweet one of many he and his family members Melissa’ Café, Traders and The Sanctuary will display at The Community House Golf Club. Alcoholic beverages will be benefit show. available for a donation. Members of the $1 OFF Lyric Wallenda is a seventh generation Cirque Vertigo company will perform with this ad aerialist and the great granddaughter of close-up atmospherical demonstrations the legendary Karl Wallenda. Lyric had for guests during the reception. her professional debut at age five with her Admission is $100 per person (tax family’s troupe. In addition to perform- deductible), with all proceeds benefiting ing on the high wire, she has become an operation of The Community House. Call PETE CLAPP - a Silver Chest Promotion expert in graceful aerial performances 472-2155 for tickets. Seats are limited. P.O. Box 291021 • Tampa, FL 33687 utilizing suspended rings, ropes and fabric Primary sponsorship for the gala is elements. Her list of featured acts include: provided by The Sanibel Captiva Trust 1-813-228-0038 Aerial Chiffon, Aerial Lyra, the Sway Company. Pole, the Aerial Perch and the Spanish 6 ISLAND SUN - JANUARY 11, 2013 Wednesday, January 23, 9 a.m. to 1 $5 donation for members and $10 for either Hemmingway House or Truman Center 4 Life p.m. Learn to weave on a rigid heddle non-members. Whitehouse, and Mallory Square sunset loom that is simple, compact, sturdy and Tuesday Kayaking – January 29, celebration. Fort Myers pick up at 7 a.m. Programs portable. Use a variety of yarns on the February 5, 12, 19 and 26, 8:30 a.m. Cost is $499 per person, double-occu- anibel Fit 4 Life is the motto at rigid heddle, which is perfect for weaving There is space for 16 people on eight pancy for members and $549 per person Center 4 Life. All ages are wel- scarves, towels, fabric, and many other two-person kayaks and unlimited space double occupancy for non-members; Scome. items. Participants will weave a scarf in for those who own their own kayaks. $749 single for members and $799 single Island Seniors, Inc. members may class. Yarn and use of heddle loom are Kayaks, paddles and life jackets provided. for non-members. attend fitness classes held at the Center included in the fee. The class is limited to Bring water, a small snack, change of Tuesday, January 29 – Boca Raton 4 Life, 2401 Library Way, by present- five students. Cost is $85 for members clothing, sun lotion, bug spray, sunglasses Museum of Art plus Mizner Park. Includes ing a coupon. Booklets of 12 coupons and $100 for non-members. and a hat. Cost is $5 for members and transportation, admission to the Boca can be purchased at the center; cost is Page Turners with Ann Rodman, $10 for non-members. Stop by the center Raton Museum, shopping and lunch (on $42, or buy three coupons for $10.50. volunteer coordinator – Wednesday, to sign up. your own) at Mizner Park. Cash or checks to the City of Sanibel are February 13 at 2:30 p.m., Clay’s Quilt Florida Repertory Theatre Cost is $49 for members and $59 for accepted. Members of the City of Sanibel by Silas House. After his mother is killed, February 9, 2 p.m. – Miracle on non-members. Fort Myers pick up at 7:30 Recreation Center must show their mem- four-year-old Clay Sizemore finds himself South Division Street by Tom Dudzick. a.m. bership cards to attend. alone in a small Appalachian mining A new family comedy and regional the- Bridge – 1 p.m. Monday and Happy Hour Fitness – Monday, town. Together, the townfolk help Clay ater premier from the author of Over the Wednesday Wednesday and Friday at 8 a.m. with fashion a quilt of life from the treasured Tavern and Greetings. The center has Hand & Foot – 1 p.m. Tuesday Sandi McDougall. Format is 45 minutes pieces that surround him. reserved discounted seats for Saturday 2 Mahjongg – 1 p.m. Thursday of cardio, 20 minutes of balance, core Computer Classes p.m. matinees. Call the center for details. Mexican Train – 1 p.m. Thursday strength and flexibility exercises. Having Fun With Facebook –Thursday, Discovering Florida Daytrips Cost is $2.50 for members and $5 for Essential Total Fitness – Monday, January 31, 1 to 3 p.m. Thursday, January 17 – Flamingo non-members. Prizes are awarded. Wednesday and Friday at 9:30 and 11 Cost is $30 for members, $45 for Gardens and lunch in Davie, Florida. The Center 4 Life is holding a raffle a.m. Cardio, muscle strengthening and non-members. Limit six per class. Includes transportation, guided gardens drawing for an original painting by local flexibility training with hand weights, Computer Intro to PC – February 4, 6, tour, wildlife encounter show, narrated artist Bea Pappas. Pappas has been stretch cords, chairs and stability balls. 8, 13 and 15, 1 to 3:30 p.m. This class tram tour, and lunch at the gardens. painting for 47 years and teaching for 32 Mahnaz Bassiri is the instructor. is designed for the novice user. Instructors Flamingo Gardens is one of the old- years. She continues to study with art- Power Hour Fitness – Tuesday and Bruce and Christl Smith will explain the est botanical gardens in the south and ists she respects and admires. She is an Thursday at 8 a.m. Hand weights, stretch basics without a lot of jargon.You must includes over 3,000 tropical and sub- exhibiting artist at the North Shore Art cords and stability balls, along with mats, be able to attend all five sessions. Cost is tropical plants. Fort Myers pick up at 8 Association in Gloucester, Massachusetts are used to strengthen your muscles. $115 for members and $150 for non- a.m. Cost is $69 for members and $79 and a signature member of ISEA Improve core strength and balance. members. Limit six students. for non-members. (International Society of Experimental Mahnaz Bassiri is the instructor. Protect Yourself and Your PC Online January 22 to 24 – Three-day tour Artists). Gentle Yoga with Kris Brown – – February 7, 1 to 3 p.m. This class is to Key West. Trip includes transporta- Tickets are $5 each or six for $25 Tuesday and Thursday at 9:30 a.m. designed to give you facts and specific tips tion, admission and lunch at Theater and are available at the front desk at the Stretch, tone and strengthen while to give you peace of mind when using the of the Sea in Islamorada, two nights Center 4 Life on Library Way. The paint- improving flexibility, proper alignment Internet. Patty Waters is the instructor. accommodations at LaConcha Hotel on ing is on display at the center. The draw- and circulation. Mats are used to meet the Tenth Annual Coping with Life Series Duval Street with breakfast, one dinner, ing will be held March 6. needs of varying experience levels. Bring January 18, 12:30 p.m. – Memory guided tram tour with hop-on, hop-off Call the center at 472-5743 for details a towel. Strategies with Cindi Ryerson of privileges and two-day pass, tickets to on programs or stop by to register. Chair Yoga – Tuesday and Thursday at Millennium Cognitive Café. Limited to 11 a.m. 25 participants. Cost is $10 for members Learn to Play Mahjohgg with Katie and $15 for non-members. An overview Reid – January session: 23, 24, 28 and of how the brain functions, how to stay 30; February session: 11, 18, 25 and brain fit, strategies to assist with memory March 4, 9 a.m. to noon. Class is limited in everyday life, and how to tap into to four or eight students and you must be cognitive domains that help ward off the able to attend all classes in the session. potential of Alzheimer’s and dementia. Supplies are provided. Cost is $12.50 for January 25, 1:30 p.m. – Image members and $25 for non-members. Matters; Dressing with Intent. Free and Arts & Crafts Fair – February 9, 9 open to the public. Sign up is a must a.m. to 2 p.m. Holiday bazaar vendors as seating is limited. Christine Sherlock, will have a variety of handmade items chief image officer and president of Image including fused glass, jewelry, purses, Matters, will explain the three key ele- photographs, paintings, cards, shell crafts, ments to dressing with intent and how to pottery, jam, chutney, macramé and fab- reverse the trend of wearing 20 percent ric and hand-knit apparel. Hot dogs will of your wardrobe 80 percent of the time. be served during the fair. Learn how to save time and money when Third Annual Justine Smith Charity shopping for new clothes. Bridge Tournament – Friday, February 15 February 1, 12 to 4 p.m. – Parish at 1 p.m. Local merchants will contribute Nurses Senior Health Fair, sponsored gifts that will be awarded during the tour- by St. Michael & All Angels Episcopal nament. All proceeds will go to PAWS, Church, Sanibel Congregational United a Sanibel charity for the care, foster and Church of Christ, and St. Isabel Catholic placement of stray animals. Cost is $20 Church. Health screenings include mem- per person. ory, hearing, vision, glucose, blood pres- Intermediate Bridge Lessons with sure and balance. Linda Tedeschi – Mondays, February 11, February 8, 1:30 p.m. – How Do 18, 25 and March 4, 11 a.m. to 12:15 You Know When It’s Time To Make A p.m. Basic knowledge of the game is Move To Assisted Living by McKenzie required. Learn more about playing the Mills, assisted living healthcare market- hand and get tips for winning defense. ing specialist for Shell Point Retirement Basic Bridge Lessons with Bruce and Community. This presentation will pro- Christl Smith – February 5, 7, 12 and vide you with a better understanding of 14, 9 a.m. to noon. You must be able what the differences are between inde- to attend all four classes. Cost is $10 for pendent living, assisted living, and skilled members and $20 for non-members. nursing care. Weaving Class with Edie Flagg – February 22, 1:30 p.m. – Damaris Tuesday, January 22, 1 to 4 p.m. and Peters Pike in A Daughter Remembers Irving Berlin. Limited seating. Cost is a ISLAND SUN - JANUARY 11, 2013 7 8 ISLAND SUN - JANUARY 11, 2013 hunt,” said Will Lejeune, whose sack Rec Center quickly filled with bulbils. “Yeah, it’s sort of like trick-or-treat- Kids Hunt For ing… but for air potatoes,” quipped Amberlyn Wedge. Air Potatoes After scouring the woods and fill- by Jeff Lysiak ing their bags, each youngster brought their bulbil collection back to Downing. dozen youngsters from the Praising their efforts, she weighed each Sanibel Recreation Center visited bag turned in. The top collector was Will ASCCF’s Markay Preserve last Lejeune, who picked up a whopping Thursday morning during their annual 20.6 pounds of bulbils. air potato roundup, harvesting hundreds Still eager, the kids decided to head of samples of the invasive plant species back into the woods to see if they could from property located behind St. Isabel find even more air potatoes. Catholic Church. Downing also noted that next year, According to Holly Downing, environ- the city hopes to take part in a U.S. mental specialist for the City of Sanibel, Department of Agriculture-approved the air potato is a vigorously twining her- program which has developed an air bacious vine which sprouts from under- potato-eating beetle (Liliocercis cheni), ground or aerial tubers called bulbils. Its a biocontrol agent which it is hoped will stems can grow 60 to 70 feet in length, lessen the infestation of the invasive plant up to eight inches in a single day. species throughout Florida. As Downing explained to the children, Islanders who may find an air potato who were eager to collectsas many air plant on their property can do their part potatoes as possible, the bulbils can be to remove it by pulling the vine by hand. the size of small marbles or as large as The bulbils may be plucked off the vine softballs. Their color can range from a or picked up off the ground before they light tan to a dark coffee color. As an can germinate. example, she pulled out an air potato that Resident who collect air potato bulbils resembled a miniature baseball glove. should place them with their household Arming themselves with gardening garbage, not with other yard waste. That gloves and sturdy recyclable shopping way, they will be incinerated. bags, the group headed into a wooded Downing also noted that bulbils are area of the Markay Preserve, quickly killed when placed in the freezer over- stumbling upon a harvest of air potatoes night. Kids from the Sanibel Recreation Center searched for air potatoes on SCCF property both on the ground and still hanging from behind St. Isabel Catholic Church. Participants included Will and Ben Lejeune, Liam their vines. Murray, Ethan Mathusa, Seth, Mason and Dalton Stanley, Amberlyn Wedge, Liam Tritaik, “This is like going on an Easter egg Johnny Clark, Miley Cajigas and Elliott DeCosta. Leading the group were city employees Holly Downing, Thomas Downing and Joe Stack photos by Jeff Lysiak

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Ben and Will Lejeune display the biggest Liam Tritaik pulls air potatoes directly off air potatoes they collected the vine

Holly Downing, environmental specialist for the City of Sanibel, shows off an air potato that looks like a baseball glove

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Our email address is [email protected] 10 ISLAND SUN - JANUARY 11, 2013 INSIDE CITY HALL and road setback. city, Gibson noted. However, resident the problem, which while not widespread, Coffee Shop The city classifies Bennett’s Roast as a Larry Schopp told commissioners the has drawn increasing complaints from fast food restaurant, which requires more application failed to meet three require- neighboring property owners. The com- Clears Hurdles parking than a traditional restaurant, and ments of the Sanibel Land Development mission will work on a draft ordinance calls for a conditional use permit. Code. He said not having bonus outdoor that will give Sanibel the tools to bring Despite Safety City planner Roy Gibson reported that dining would not make the property neglected properties into compliance – staff recommended approval of the vari- “unusable” and many island restaurants something missing in the current codes. Concerns ances with 13 conditions, including not don’t have it. Sometimes it is knee-high weeds and by Anne Mitchell starting outdoor construction until eagle Commissioner Chuck Ketteman grass, or it can be torn pool screens that nesting season ends on May 16 or the replied, “My view is in fact they have are deemed “attractive nuisances.” Other espite challenges including being eagle chick or chicks – believed to have very well met the criteria,” while fel- problems include rotted stairs and crum- located in a bald eagle nest buf- already hatched – have left the nest. Also, low Commissioner Tom Krekel added, bling chimneys and decks and structures Dfer zone, having wetlands in the a specimen strangler fig at the rear of “Originally, they were in compliance with that can be a hazard during storms. But backyard and being situated in Sanibel’s the 1.26-acre property, which is in the the deck and the planning department unless they are dangerous, the city has no highest traffic area near the four-way city’s general commercial district, must be asked them to (move) it.” power to take action. Some are in fore- stop, Bennett’s Roast was cleared preserved. Hartsell said his clients feel that input closure or bankruptcy. Tuesday for a city permit for a 40-seat Pedestrian and cyclist safety was fore- from city staff improved the project. It’s Once crafted, the ordinance will coffee shop with bonus outdoor seating. most in the commissioners’ minds, and said that a camel is a horse designed by a require passage by the city council before Much praise was handed out from at least four pushed for adding a white- committee, he remarked, and while col- going into effect. both sides for the way the applicants and striped crosswalk, even if it was only a laborative efforts are not always successful city staffers worked together to overcome temporary fix. However, Gibson said the – like a camel being described as a horse these hurdles. city is doing a study on where such cross- designed by a committee – this was not The applicants, Joe Schwartzel, owner ings are needed in that area and two oth- the case. Valiquette And of JCKC, LLC, the property owner, ers and will address them all at the same “I am happy to say that what we have and Bob Grissinger, owner of Bennett’s time. today is a real thoroughbred and not a Marks Re-Elected Roast, attended the planning commis- “I don’t see why we need to have a camel. That is because of the number of sion hearing with their attorney, Steve fatality before we institute one of these,” suggestions and comments made during y a unanimous vote on Tuesday, Hartsell. commented Commissioner Phillip Marks. the process,” Hartsell said. the Sanibel Planning Commission The commissioners voted unanimously City Attorney Ken Cuyler said, “I want Bre-elected Mike Valiquette and – with John Talmage absent – to allow it to be clear that the city is well aware of Phillip Marks for another year as chair- two variances, a conditional use permit the issues on Periwinkle… this restaurant man and vice chairman, respectively. and a development permit for the project is moving up consideration for crosswalks Commission To No other nominations were offered. in a former real estate office at 1020 and we have to be deliberate.” Periwinkle Way, just east of the Lazy Schwartzel has offered to provide an Tackle Nuisance Flamingo. The building dates back to easement at the front of the property in 1977. case the city opts to add a bike path. A Property Rules The variances would not have been path from Bailey Road to Bennett’s, the Send your needed except that the applicants took Lazy Flamingo and Dairy Queen was dis- he issue of neglected and so-called city staff suggestions to have dual instead cussed Tuesday as something that would nuisance homes and businesses editorial copy to: of single driveway for the sake of traffic help with public safety, though no deci- Ton Sanibel will be taken up on safety, which led to the proposed outdoor sion was made. Tuesday, January 22 by the planning [email protected] dining deck being relocated, resulting in No objection from residents or busi- commission. encroachments on the vegetation buffer ness owners have been received by the The city council has decided to address

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Deborah Kunkel, Associate Pastor Churches/ Temples Sunday Worship Services: 7:45 a.m. ANNUNCIATION GREEK Chapel Service, 9 and 11 a.m. Full Service, ORTHODOX CHURCH: with Sunday School and Nursery Care pro- 8210 Cypress Lake Drive, Fort Myers vided. Elevator access. Rev. Dr. Elias Bouboutsis ST. ISABEL CATHOLIC CHURCH: Orthros Service Sunday 9 a.m. 3559 San-Cap Rd., 472-2763 Divine Liturgy Sunday 10 a.m. Pastor: Rev. Christopher Senk, Fellowship Programs, Greek School, Saturday Vigil Mass 5 p.m. Sunday School, Bible Study Sunday Masses 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. www.orthodox-faith.com, 481-2099 Daily Mass Wed., Thurs., Fri. 8:30 a.m. BAT YAM-TEMPLE OF THE ISLANDS: Communion Service Mon. and Tues. 8:30 The Reform Congregation of Bat Yam a.m. Confession first Saturday of the month Temple of the Islands meets for Friday 9 a.m. by appointment. Holy Days call night services at 8 p.m. in the Fellowship ST. MICHAEL & ALL ANGELS Hall of the United Congregational Church EPISCOPAL CHURCH: 2050 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel 2304 Periwinkle Way between the Rabbi Selwyn Geller For more information Bean and Baileys, 472-2173 239-472-0177 or [email protected] Rev. Dr. Ellen Sloan, Rector CAPTIVA CHAPEL BY THE SEA: www.saintmichaels-sanibel.org The Rev. Thomas E. Nyman Worship Services: Saturdays at 5 p.m. Services every Sunday 11 a.m. Sundays at 8 and 10:30 a.m. 11580 Chapin Lane on Captiva. 472-1646. Sunday School (PreK-gr.5) at 10:30 a.m. FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST, SCIENTIST: Wednesdays at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Potluck 2950 West Gulf Dr., Sunday - 10:30 a.m.; Supper 1st Wed. of the month 5:30 p.m. Sunday School - 10:30 a.m., Wednesday Morning Prayer Tuesdays at 9 a.m. Rabbi Selwyn Geller, left, and Rev. Dr. John Danner evening meeting - 7:30 p.m.; Reading UNITARIAN UNIVERSALISTS Additionally, Rabbi Geller attended room open, Monday, Wednesday and OF THE ISLANDS: Interfaith Georgetown University’s Foreign Service Friday 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. (November Meets on the first Sunday of each month School and Princeton University’s through March), Friday 10 a.m. to from December through April at the Sanibel Holocaust Study 12 p.m. (summer hours). 472-8684. Congregational Church, 2050 Periwinkle graduate Politics Department. He has SANIBEL COMMUNITY CHURCH Way at 5 p.m. A pot luck is held at a mem- served congregations in New Jersey and 1740 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, 472-2684 ber’s home on the third Sunday of each On Sanibel Pennsylvania prior to coming to Sanibel. Dr. Daryl Donovan, Senior Pastor month. For more information call 433-4901 wo Sanibel clergy – Rabbi Selwyn He is married to the form Eva Rubinstein, Sunday Worship Hours: or email [email protected]. Geller of Temple Bat Yam and and the father of a daughter living in 7:45 a.m. Traditional Service with Communion Rev. Dr. John H. Danner, Senior Israel with her husband and their two 9 a.m. Contemporary Service with Kids’ Church T children. 10:45 a.m. Adult and Youth Sunday School Pastor of Sanibel Congregational United Church of Christ – will co-teach a three- Pastor Danner was raised in New classes; 11 a.m. Traditional Service with Hampshire and has been serving as a Choir. Childcare available at all services. week series on the Holocaust, held on SANIBEL CONGREGATIONAL Wednesdays, January 9 through 23, pastor for over 30 years. He graduated UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST: with identical sessions being offered at from Bradford College, and holds degrees 2050 Periwinkle Way 472-0497 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. Rabbi Geller and from the University of Maine and Bangor The Rev. Dr. John H. Danner, Sr. Pastor. Pastor Danner will cover the historical, Theological Seminary. He studied Church theological and ethical issues raised by the History at Boston University and received Holocaust in their course titled “Lessons his PhD in 1989. He is also a Fellow from the Holocaust: A Jewish-Christian in the American Association of Pastoral Conversation.” Counselors. Pastor Danner and Rabbi Geller have Prior to coming to Sanibel, Pastor exchanged pulpits in the past, and both Danner served congregations in the lead congregations that meet at the Northeast, and was Senior Pastor at the THE VILLAGE CHURCH AT SHELL POINT Sanibel Congregational United Church Saugatuck Congregational Church in of Christ. The church was founded in Westport, Connecticut, prior to moving 1977, and the current building erected in to Sanibel in 2010. He has published 1986. Bat Yam, Temple of the Islands, several articles in The Christian Century TIM ZIMMERMAN & a Reform congregation, was founded in and other journals, and is a contributor 1991. Rabbi Geller is originally from New to Touch Holiness and a forthcoming THE KING’S BRASS York, and served as an Air Force chaplain collection of liturgical resources. He is for many years. A graduate of Brooklyn married to Linda Bradbury-Danner, and College, Rabbi Geller also graduated from together they have three children. the Air Command and Staff College. He For further information and directions, taught at the Air Force Chaplain School call the church office at 472-0497 or visit in Montgomery, Alabama, and retired the church or temple’s websites at www. later as the Chaplain of the National sanibelucc.org and www.batyam.org, Defense University. He served during respectively. both the Korean and Vietnam Wars. Tickets Just $10 Sanibel Tim Zimmerman & The King’s Brass present hymn classics Beauty with a contemporary flair. Featuring three trumpets, Share your community three trombones, a tuba, percussion and keyboards, these Salon news with us. instrumentalists blend together to create a time of Thank you to Connie, Call 395-1213 innovative worship that will be enjoyed by all generations. starting her 40th year Fax: 395-2299 SUNDAY, JANUARY 13 AT 6:15 P.M. as a Sanibel Beauty! or email If those brushes could talk... [email protected] CALL (239) 454-2147 for information or (239) 472-1111 2330 Palm Ridge Rd. Across from CVS visit www.shellpoint.org/seasonofpraise to get tickets. [email protected] 15100 SHELL P OINT B LVD. • FORT M YERS, FL 33908 www.SanibelBeautySalon.net ISLAND SUN - JANUARY 11, 2013 13 Lee County Home Extension Program. FISH Workshops Participants will cook several entrees and snacks and then enjoy eating them! Open To All This workshop is sponsored by FISH of Sanibel and is offered free of charge to all Islanders island families. Children ages 3 to 16 and ISH of Sanibel (Friends In Service a parent or grandparent are invited to Here) is pleased to announce attend. Please call and register to attend. Fupcoming free workshops for the Budgeting Workshop Tahitian months of January and February as fol- • Tuesday, February 19, 10 to 11:30 lows: a.m. FISH will be sponsoring a Budgeting Mom and Toddlers Group – Open to Workshop at the FISH Walk-In-Center. Gardens All Islanders Facilitated by Celia Hill, Home Economist 1975-2019 periwinkle way • Monday, January 14 and January for the Lee County Home Extension, 28, 10 to 11 a.m. The Island Mom’s this workshop provides the basic tools Group will meet at the FISH Walk-In for everyone who would like to evaluate Center. All island moms of children birth their current budget to make changes for though age 5 are welcome either alone better money management and successful or with their children. It is a time for fun, budgeting. refreshments, learning and sharing with Free Income Tax Return Preparation other moms and their children. Moms • The Voluntary Income Tax work together to research and organize Assistance Program (VITA) will be provid- new topics of discussion, introduce inter- ing free income tax return preparation esting speakers and maintain regular get- for anyone who has earned $35,000 or together times. This group is sponsored less during 2012. This program is spon- by FISH, Healthy Start of Lee County, sored through the United Way of Lee and the United Way of Lee County. County and will be offered at the FISH Empowering Women Group Walk-In-Center on four dates during tax • Tuesday, January 15, 10 to 11:00 season. All island residents who meet a.m. This group will meet at the FISH the income criteria are eligible to receive Walk-In-Center to provide a source of this free service. You must bring your ID support for women. All island women and Social Security cards for all mem- are cordially invited to attend our spe- bers of your household in addition to all cial women’s group as we explore top- of your income tax records for the year ics related to personal empowerment. of 2012. Income Tax preparation assis- Please join us for a time of discussion and tance will be provided on the following refreshments. four dates: Friday, February 15; Friday, Breakfast & Lunch Cooking With Kids Workshop March 1; Friday, March 15 and Friday, Making April 5. Appointments will be scheduled 7am - 2:30pm • Thursday, January 24, 5:30 p.m. to Memories 7:30 p.m. in the kitchen at St. Michael between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. Assistance is Kids Menu and All Angels Episcopal Church. The scheduled in 45-minute increments. An Since 1984 workshop is for children and their parents appointment must be made for a time Family Owned Island Style Home slot on one of these dates. and a time for fun and learning about & Operated Cookin' nutrition and how to plan healthy meals To sign up or to request more infor- in Our Open Air and snacks for the entire family. It is mation on these workshops, please call Kitchen facilitated by Celia Hill, Home Economics Christine or Jessi at the FISH Walk-In- Educator for the University of Florida Center at 472-4775.

“Enjoy Dining Renfroe Performs At Our No reservations Handmade 7 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Shadowbox Fossil At Sanibel Seashell Tables” 472-5323 Congregational n Sunday, January 13 at 3 p.m., Douglas Renfroe, Cantor and Omusic director at Bat Yam Temple of the Islands, will be heard in concert at Sanibel Congregational United Church of Christ, 2050 Periwinkle Way. The performance is sponsored by Temple Bat Yam with a freewill offering donation. Renfroe, an internationally acclaimed bass baritone, has performed throughout Europe and the United States at major concert venues, including Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, Westminster Abbey and Tel Aviv Lyric Opera. His theatre cred- Douglas Renfroe its include touring as Tevye in Fiddler and Fine Arts at Beach United Methodist On The Roof with performances in Church on Fort Myers Beach. Jerusalem, Bulgaria and Vienna. He The January 13 concert will include has created two equity theatre compa- a variety of musical styles, including nies and has appeared in three motion Broadway, sacred and light classics. It will pictures. As a conductor, Dr. Renfroe also feature Lesley Frost (soprano) and has appeared at the Varna International Joy Bowe (piano). As a special musical Music Festival, the acclaimed Festival addition, Rev. John Danner, Pastor at Something for Everyone at Sea Music Series as well as locally at Sanibel Congregational United Church Barbara B. Mann, Naples Phil and BIG of Christ (where the members of Temple ARTS. In addition to his tenure at Temple Bat Yam meet), will join the ensemble on ShopOnSanibel.com Bat Yam, he is the Director of Music a few select numbers. 14 ISLAND SUN - JANUARY 11, 2013 Bob Russell To Laces Of Love Presentation t a recent St. Speak At SCC Isabel Women’s r. Bob Russell, former pastor AGuild meet- of America’s fifth largest con- ing, a presentation Dgregation – Southeast Christian entitled Laces of Love Church in Louisville, Kentucky – will was made by Jeanne be speaking at all three morning ser- Nealon and her vices on Sunday, January 13 at Sanibel assistant, Geri Krout. Community Church. Laces of Love is a Dr. Russell is a spiritual motivator. charitable foundation With a church membership of more than dedicated to giving 30,000, Southeast Christian Church has new shoes (espe- been active in transforming the culture cially sneakers) to low through intentional involvement, based income and disadvan- on Biblical principles. Services are at 8, 9 taged children in Lee and 11 a.m. and Collier counties On Sunday afternoon, Dr. Russell and in educating the will lead a seminar from 4 to 6 p.m. in public on the needs the church Fellowship Hall. The seminar of these children. will focus on Christian involvement in all Beginning this aspects of life. A light meal will be served Bob Russell month, St. Isabel and child care is provided. The seminar gregation. The church campus is located parishioners will be and meal are free and open to the public. at 1740 Periwinkle Way (next to Jerry’s collecting shoes to Sanibel Community Church is a Market). For more information, call 472- donate to this cause. Christ-centered, non-denomination con- 2684 or visit www.sanibelchurch.com. A box has been placed in the church narthex where new children’s shoes may be left at any time. The church spent his 30-year career mostly in pub- is located at 3559 Temple Bat Yam lishing and marketing. He is a resident of Sanibel-Captiva Road. Naples. His presentation promises to be Call 591-1172 or To Have A Triple most enlightening. visit www.lacesoflove. Bat Yam will also celebrate the Jewish org for more informa- Celebration New Year of Trees, called Tu B’Shevat in tion. at Yam - Temple of the Islands Hebrew. Tu B’ Shevat begins at nightfall will celebrate the 21st anniversary on the 15th day of the month of Shevat Jeanne Nealon and Geri Krout with Arline Ford Bof the founding of the Temple on the Jewish calendar, which corre- at services on Friday evening, January sponds to the evening of the 25th of 18. Potential new members will be wel- January this year on the secular calendar. comed during services and afterwards All Jewish holidays begin at sunset before for refreshments, known as an Oneg the actual date. One of the customs of Raffle Winner Announced Shabbat, to honor the Sabbath. Tu B’Shevat is to eat from seven species Bat Yam’s congregation will also host of plants, which include: wheat, barley, a special speaker that night. Ted Epstein, grapes, pomegranates, olives, figs and. editor and designer of three Jewish dates. These may be offered as part of newspapers covering Southwest Florida, the Oneg on that evening. The Federation Star (Collier County), Bat Yam meets for Friday evening L’Chayim ( Lee and Charlotte Counties), Sabbath Services at 8 p.m. in Fellowship and The Jewish News (Sarasota- Hall of the Sanibel Congregational Manatee), will speak about Jewish life in United Church of Christ, located at 2050 Southwest Florida as seen through an Periwinkle Way. Visitors are always editor’s eyes. If something Jewish-related welcome to attend Bat Yam’s Sabbath is happening from Bradenton to Marco Services. For further information call Island, Ted will know about it. Ted is the the President, Allan Silberman, at 472- son of Holocaust survivors, educated in 5317. the Orthodox Jewish tradition, who has Raffle winner Michael Miller; Andrea Miller, director of The City of Sanibel Recreation Center; and Barry A. Roth, volunteer chair of the City of Sanibel Recreation Center’s New Year’s Eve Party

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Find us on 25 UNIQUE STORES IN A TROPICAL SETTING Facebook 2075 Periwinkle Way • 2 Miles West of Causeway Rd. on Periwinkle Way • PeriwinklePlace.com 16 ISLAND SUN - JANUARY 11, 2013 Wonders Of Wildlife Presentations ROW, the Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife, will be Coffering daily Wonders of Wildlife presentations at its Healing Winds Visitor Education Center. All presentations begin at 11 a.m. A $5 donation is requested. There is no charge for members and children 12 and under. Admission includes the opportu- nity to explore CROW’s interactive visitor education center before or after the pre- sentation. The schedule is as follows: Friday, January 11 – Why Animals Come to CROW? presented by volunteer Claudia Burns. Do you ever wonder why and how animals wind up at the Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife? Saturday, January 12 – Sanibel The Civil War’s last great sea battle Shorebirds presented by staff member Maureen McLaughlin. You will learn Local author Robert N. Macomber will about the many varieties of shorebirds Junior Cooper’s hawk Genealogical talk about The Last Men to Die: The found on the Sanibel beaches as well as tates them. Civil War’s Last Great Sea Battle in how CROW’s medical staff treats and Wednesday, January 16– Rescue and Society Monthly the Straits of Florida, the story of the rehabilitates those that end up at the Release: A History of CROW’s Patients final naval confrontation of the Civil War hospital. presented by volunteer Denny Toll. With Meeting in the Straits of Florida – a month after Tuesday, January 15 – CROW’s his 11-year history of rescues, releases he Lee County Genealogical Lee’s surrender. Aquatic Patients: Freshwater and Sea and patient support, Toll will give you an Society, Inc.’s monthly meeting For more information visit us at www. Turtles presented by volunteer Beverly insight on CROW’s efforts to save wildlife Twill be held Thursday, January 17 LCGSFL.org or call Carolyn at 549- Ball and staff member Rachel Rainbolt. in addition to tips on how you too can at Wesley Memorial United Methodist 9625. You will learn about the sea turtles save wildlife in the community. Church Fellowship Hall, 4141 DeLeon Doors open at 12:30 p.m., with the and freshwater turtles that are native Thursday, January 17 – Clinical Street, Fort Myers. business meeting, refreshments and pro- to Southwest Florida as well as how Rounds presented by DVM Intern Dr. gram at 1 p.m. CROW’s medical staff treats and rehabili- continued on page 20

publications include the popular politi- Election 2012: cal handbook Winning Local and State Finally! Myths And Elections (Free Press/MacMillan, l986; paperback edition 1998), Giving The Media Your Message and The News Realities Media and The Big Lie. submitted by June Sieber Schaeffer is currently head of Public Policy Communications in Sanibel, works ob Schaeffer, National Political with national non-profit organizations, a Discount Consultant, will address the grassroots activist groups, political cam- BDemocratic Club of the Islands paigns, foundations and socially respon- on Thursday, January 17 at 7 p.m. at sible businesses seeking to deliver their the Sanibel Public Library, 770 Dunlop messages to mass audiences more effec- Road. He will provide evidence-based tively and efficiently. analysis of what happened, how and The meeting is free and open to Boat Supply why, in campaign 2012, with a look at the public. The Democratic Club of the the implications for the nation as well as Islands invites all interested islanders as Florida and Lee County. well as any others wishing to get involved Prior to becoming a full-time con- in progressive and Democratic politics to sultant in 1984, Schaeffer was editorial attend. We welcome persons of all races, writer at the NBC-TV affiliate in Boston, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual host of a talk show on a regional National orientation and national origin. store is coming to the Public Radio Station and a writer for The Democratic Club of the Islands an alternative weekly paper. He previ- is an authorized organization of the Lee ously served as research director for County Democratic Executive Committee, the Massachusetts Legislature’s Human organized to stimulate interest in political Services Committee and staffed several and governmental affairs, to educate the activist groups in New England. electorate about issues, and to further the Ft.Ft. MyMyersers BeachBeach Over the past four decades, Schaeffer ideals and principles of the Democratic has led more than 275 workshops on Party and to foster good fellowship political campaign management, media among Democrats and Progressives on relations, public speaking, strategic Sanibel and Captiva Islands. planning and advocacy skills for groups For more information, call 395-9078 & SanibelSanibel Area in 42 states, Canada and Russia. His or e-mail [email protected]. ISLAND SUN - JANUARY 11, 2013 17 grab ‘n’ go Thur., 1.10.2013 - Wed., 1.16.2013

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A crowded beach The City That Almost Wasn’t hat would Sanibel look like if people did not seize the opportunity for home rule in 1974? The county slated the island for 30,000 density units. A den- Wsity unit is considered a hotel room, a condo, a part of a duplex or a single family home. Inspired by the conservationist that came before them, a small group of people began conjuring up a vision for incorporation, a way of declaring independence from Lee County. The story of early preservation efforts and the drama that unfolded in the early 1970s are part of a presentation at the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation (SCCF) on Wednesday, January 16 at 2 p.m. The first real steps to protection of the natural resources in this area began with a penned signature of Theodore Roosevelt over 100 years ago. The torch was carried on by people such as Jay Norwood “Ding” Darling and founders of SCCF. Today, thanks to leadership demonstrated through the decades, Sanibel is considered a model for other communities where economy is driven by conservation and public enjoyment of the natural resources. If you become a member of SCCF, admission is free. Admission for non-members is $5 per person. SCCF is dedicated to the preservation of wildlife habitat and aquatic resources on and around the islands. Florida Jerry’s Oranges or Shrimp Grapefruit Tray ¢ Price will vary 99ea.

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Colleen Goff driving the CROW van opossums – each of which has specific Spotlight On CHR habitat, dietary and medical needs. submitted by Claudia Burns As a non-profit hospital, CROW can- not pay high salaries, so Goff applied for Colleen Goff rescuing an anhinga olleen Goff was visiting her CHR’s affordable housing, was deemed life for those who are fortunate enough brother in Venice, Florida when an ideal candidate for the program, and plexes plus 14 limited equity ownership to qualify for the program” said Steve she learned that the Clinic for the is now renting one of its units. She loves homes throughout Sanibel, thus facili- C Greenstein, executive director of CROW. Rehabilitation of Wildlife (CROW) was being able to live on Sanibel because she tating local workforce for island busi- CHR is a non-profit organization looking for a rehabilitator. As a licensed can respond quickly to emergencies at nesses and ensuring economic diversity that partners with the City of Sanibel wildlife rehabilitator in the state of New CROW plus enjoy the natural qualities of in our community. to provide affordable housing to fami- York, Goff had spent many years help- the island during her free time. For more information on affordable lies and individuals who work in and/ ing state troopers rescue animals and “Like many island employers, it’s chal- housing opportunities, stop by the CHR or serve the community of Sanibel. assisting with wildlife disaster relief in lenging for us to find experienced work- office at 2401 Library Way or phone Today, CHR administers housing for other states as well. ers who can afford to live on Sanibel. 472-1189. 150 island residents in 10 rental com- She contacted CROW, presented her Having CHR housing available allows credentials, and was hired as senior reha- us to offer prospective personnel the bilitator to oversee the care of animals in opportunity to live on-island and enjoy its CROW’s outdoor cages – birds of prey, natural beauty and unique environment, Email your editorial copy to: shorebirds, songbirds, ducks, sea turtles, which makes attracting employees easier otters, bobcats, squirrels, raccoons and for CROW and improves the quality of [email protected]

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Artist’s rendering of the refuge’s forthcoming crocodile exhibit for 24 years. ‘Ding’ Darling To Biologists attributed her death in 2010 to a protracted cold spell. Thanks to Unveil Crocodile support from DDWS members Bill and Annie Vanderbilt and John and Kathy Exhibit At Refuge McCabe, the refuge was able to have her n Wednesday, January 16, the skeleton articulated. JN “Ding” Darling National The Education Center’s Living With The refuge’s departed crocodile endeared herself to refuge volunteers and neighbors OWildlife Refuge unveils its new Dinosaurs exhibit enhancements were photo by Jeff Springer Living with Dinosaurs exhibit in the free made possible with a $10,000 grant U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service. After visitors protection, research and public education Refuge Education Center to commemo- from the Wells Fargo Foundation. saw her once, when they returned it was through charitable donations and Refuge rate the third anniversary of the refuge’s “We believe our skeleton to be one the first question they asked: ‘Have you Nature Shop proceeds. beloved female crocodile’s death in of only five full, non-prehistoric crocodile seen the crocodile?’ She was loved by all. To support DDWS and the refuge with January 2010. The public is invited to skeletons on permanent display in the Now her legacy will live on.” a tax-deductible gift, visit www.dingdar- attend the 9 a.m. opening. country,” said DDWS executive director As a non-profit 501(c)3 organization, lingsociety.org or contact Birgie Vertesch The exhibit will include the articulated Birgie Vertesch. “I doubt there’s another DDWS works to support J.N. “Ding” at 292-0566 or director@dingdarlingsoci- skeleton of the refuge croc against a life- with so much emotional attachment to it. Darling National Wildlife Refuge’s mis- ety.org. sized photo background of her when she The interactive exhibit explores the life of sion of conservation, wildlife and habitat was alive and roamed the island. Signage, the crocodile, but also the miracle of ‘liv- a touch screen, and other interactive ing dinosaurs’ – alligators and crocodiles components will interpret the exhibit and that date back to prehistoric times.” From page 16 veterinary medicine students. Learn what teach visitors about crocodilians -- true liv- “Hundreds of thousands of visitors, patients are currently in the hospital and ing dinosaurs. families and school children who visited Wonders how the medical staff helps to treat over The crocodile first arrived to the our refuge were able to learn from her 4,000 patients a year. islands in 1986, but was soon relocated when she was alive,” said Supervisory Of Wildlife For more information, visit www.crow- Refuge Ranger Toni Westland. “She 70 miles south to the Everglades, home Aundria West. CROW operates educa- clinic.org or call 472-3644. CROW is to a breeding crocodile populate, after was a walking educational tool for the located at 3883 Sanibel-Captiva Road. importance of protecting endangered and tional externship and fellowship programs being marked. She returned shortly there- for undergraduate natural sciences and after and continued to call Sanibel home threatened species and the mission of the 

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 ISLAND SUN - JANUARY 11, 2013 21 Birding At The Preserves San-Cap Audubon Bird Walks he Sanibel-Captiva Audubon Society Twill have its first off-island bird outing this Saturday, January 12 at the Fort Myers Beach Lagoon. Participants should meet at Villa Santini Plaza (approxi- mately five miles from the Fort Myers Bridge, diagonally across from the Holiday Inn on Estero Blvd.). Free park- ing is available. These bird walks are open to the public and all levels of experience. A $2 donation is appreci- ated. Call Hugh Verry at 395-3798 for additional Osprey with fish photo courtesy of Clair Postmus details.

oin experienced birders on the second and fourth Mondays of the month to visit two island preserves: The Community Park (Mariposa) Trail on city-owned Jland and Sanibel Gardens Preserves, jointly owned and managed by SCCF and the City of Sanibel. Both new and experienced birders will see a variety of birds in a diversity of wildlife habitat. Botany enthusiasts are also welcome to help identify plants along the trails. All walks begin at 8 a.m., but the locations do vary. All outings are free to everyone. Call SCCF at 472-2329 for more details. Following is the schedule for Birding at the Preserves: January 14 - Sanibel Gardens Preserve Reddish egret January 28 - Community Park (Mariposa) Trail February 11 - Sanibel Gardens Preserve February 25 - Community Park (Mariposa) Trail March 11 - Sanibel Gardens Preserve March 25 - Community Park (Mariposa) Trail THIS IS THE SMELL OF A Directions: Sanibel Gardens Preserve – Enter Island Inn Road from Tarpon Bay Road and park on the side of the road near the trailhead or enter Island Inn Road from West Gulf Drive, park near road barrier and take a short walk to trailhead. Community Park (Mariposa) Trail is located behind the Sanibel Community Center FRESH FISH! and abutting SCCF’s Frannie’s Preserve. Meet in The Community House parking lot adjacent to the playground.

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The Burg family with the shark they caught off Sanibel’s shoreline

ill Burg finally landed the big shark he’s been chasing for years! Will, his Sandy Dosterglick wife Lisa and their four girls come to Sanibel from Connecticut every year andy Dosterglick of Newbern, Wto spend Christmas with Lisa’s parents. The shark was caught from the T.J. Collins beach on West Gulf Drive near the Blue Dolphin Resort. After a few photographs, Indiana found a junonia between the shark was sent safely on its way. SBeach Access #1 and 2 while .J. Collins of North Webster, staying at Beachview Cottages on Indiana found a lightning whelk on December 31. Sandy said finding the Tthe beach near the Island Inn while Endangered Species Tales At SCCF rare shell was “a surreal moment.” staying at Palm Lake on January 2. SCCF Owl Tales Cooper’s Hawk Sighting

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lorida has 133 animal species and 565 plants listed as threatened or endan- gered. Come and learn about local listed species like the smalltooth sawfish, FKemp’s ridley turtle, the eastern indigo snake, and a group of rare plants found by Calusa Indian mounds. Observe “Indie” the endangered indigo snake who lives at the nature center. The Endangered Species Tales will take place at SCCF on Tuesday, January 15 at 10 a.m. The Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation is located at 3333 Sanibel-Captiva Pair of Great Horned owls Road. Call 472-2329 for more information. The cost of the program is $5 for SCCF reat Horned, Barn and Screech members and children are free. Take a walk on the nature center trails or visit the but- owls nest all historically nested on terfly house after the program. GSanibel and Captiva. The Great Despite the fog on the morning of January Horned owl does not make its’ own nest 3, I managed to photograph a juvenile but uses one built by an osprey, hawk or Cooper’s Hawk perched above Periwinkle eagle. The Screech and Barn owls nest Way. Local bird watchers also spotted it in tree cavities made by woodpeckers or and made it the first positive identification nest boxes. There is a nest box on the of a Cooper’s Hawk on Sanibel side of the SCCF Nature Center where photo by Beth Warner Barn owls have nested off and on since 1980. Island Screech owls are in the courting phase, with males guarding ter- ritory and calling to females. Share your community On Thursday, January 17 at 10 a.m., news with us. come to SCCF to learn more about the Call 395-1213 owls of Sanibel and Captiva. The cost of the program is $5, with SCCF members Fax: 395-2299 and children attending for free. SCCF is or email located at 3333 Sanibel-Captiva Road. [email protected] Call 472-2329 for more information. Sawfish ISLAND SUN - JANUARY 11, 2013 23 been imposed since the original home sustaining, that goal needs to be achieved Class, Costs was put in place. Another causality of over time, not all at once through an this type of storm is the loss of affordable overwhelming premium spike. And The Coast rental housing stock that is critical for Property taxation is largely a local submitted by young families and many in the service issue with multiple tools to help prevent Ken and Kate Gooderham, industry in coastal communities. sudden spikes in a tax bill, including ASBPA executive directors Add to the construction costs the homestead exemptions or annual caps on likelihood of increased insurance costs increases. Local coastal communities may alk about people who live along and tax value increases, and it is easy to need to look at how other parts of the the coast and, for many, it con- understand the challenges these coastal American coast have handled such issues Tjures up images of the rich and families face. in the past. Read us online at famous – elegant mansions overlooking We don’t pretend that any of these The bottom line: The coastal middle expanses of delightfully deserted beach- improvements are unwise or unneces- class suffers most when conditions that IslandSunNews.com front. sary. Quite the contrary – better buildings are out of their control push property and However, in most coastal communi- mean greater survivability, and the coastal structure prices up beyond their ability to ties, nothing could be further from the insurance programs do need to be sus- pay. But, as the backbone of many coast- truth. In fact, post-Sandy and in the wake tainable, but in a way that is fair to all. al communities, those residents need to of similar storms on the Gulf Coast, the But we shouldn’t stand quietly by as stay part of these communities – even if it relevance and role of the middle class in long-time coastal residents are priced out takes a little special protection to do so. coastal communities has been brought to of their properties. It’s not fair to them, For more information, go to www. the fore – as has the pressures (financial and it’s not healthy for the communities asbpa.org, Facebook or www.twitter. and otherwise) that are pushing some who rely on their skills and savvy to keep com/asbpa. of them out of their long-time coastal the lights on and the doors open. And homes. we can’t let the discussion over recover- Coastal communities are often made ing from coastal calamities devolve into up of hard working men and women a “rich vs. poor” debate – because, in whose families have lived in the area for many communities, that’s not an accurate generations, folks who work as teachers, picture at all. nurses, carpenters, firefighters, small busi- As with many coastal concerns, there ness owners, the same kinds of people are no easy answers or “one size fits all” who live in any American community. solutions to keep the coastal middle class Some are being ousted from their in place. Building standards and flood communities by the simple cost of insurance are non-negotiable items, and rebuilding after a disaster such as Sandy, still offer a good return for their increas- hit with the prices of replacing a decades- ingly higher investment. However, in the old coastal home with a new, stronger case of flood insurance, the risk needs to structure. This is exacerbated when the be spread out broadly and must include new home not only has to meet current all who could be affected by floods building codes but must be constructed to (whether along the coast or along a river new coastal building standards that have – and while the system needs to be self-

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Matt Mitchell with a 28-inch trout caught while fishing for Our winter fishing is all about a mixed Mitchell this week snook this week bag of species and just never really know- out on the flats this week, with a few plastic jig bounced slowly across the bot- nitely takes a little time to get the hang ing if that next bite will be another jack or pompano, mackerel and ladyfish in the tom. Deeper narrow creeks in the “Ding” of, but once you get it dialed in, these fish a big snook or redfish. mix, too. Flats in the three- to five-foot Darling National Wildlife Refuge also can be a blast to catch. Just about any With warming conditions, good num- range in the southern end of the sound produced keeper-sized trout when fishing deeper mangrove shoreline or dock with bers of keeper-sized trout reappeared made for non-stop action, with either a live shrimp on the bottom during periods moving water was also a good bet for a popping cork, live shrimp rig or a soft of low water. sheepshead dinner. They are not one of Getting a limit of four trout per person our most glamorous fish, but when the was easy all week and made for a great bite is on, they can make for non-stop Send Us Your Fish Tales way to start off a trip before moving on action and it’s always a plus to be head- to bigger and better things. The big trout ing home with some great eating fish for he Island Sun would like to hear from anglers about their catches. Send us of the week was a 28-incher I caught dinner. details including tackle, bait and weather conditions, date of catch, species while out with a buddy one afternoon Redfish fishing for me this week was Tand weight, and include photographs with identification. Drop them at throwing soft plastics for snook and a little more hit-and-miss. Keeping a bait the Island Sun, 1640 Periwinkle Way, Suite 2, Sanibel, or email to redfish on a favorite high tide mangrove on the hook long enough for a redfish [email protected]; or call Anne Mitchell at 395-1213. shoreline. This was one of the bigger to find it before another species ate it trout I have seen in months, and it even seemed to be the key. We did manage a had me believing it was a big redfish few redfish in the middle 20-inch range when I first set the hook. along with lots of winter rat reds. The Sheepshead fishing around the passes cousin of the redfish, the black drum, was as good as it has been all winter, seem to be just about everywhere the with fish up to 20 inches getting more redfish should be. Low water creek and BOAT and more common. Both sides of Redfish channel fishing was a good way to target Pass held lots of 12-inch-plus, keeper- reds on live shrimp along with potholes size sheepshead. Chunks of shrimp around bars and shoals on cut baits. RENTALS fished close to the bottom drew bites just For sheer variety, wintertime fishing in about every cast, but small, piranha-like our area is hard to beat. Add in a super Fishing • Cabbage Key mangrove snapper broke up the party a low minus tide that bunches up all the Dolphin Watching little. Areas where I targeted sheepshead fish and it simply does not get any better Captains Available around the passes also held some snook for non-stop action. on the end of the falling tide. One cast Capt. 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He Westall that “experience is a wonderful thing, so He may not be “hard-wired” to be afraid is also giving away his position because long as it doesn’t kill you.” With humans, of the bald eagle, but he has a well- he is really saying, “Here I am! Here I robably the after a child is born, parental responsibil- developed “learning instinct” that allows am! Come and get me!” most common ity does not go away... it only increases the young bird to easily grasp the concept Luckily for the little blue, by the time Pwading bird exponentially. But with the birds, once a that that predator is dangerous. The these alarm-call behaviors become irresist- that we see on one young bird leaves the nest and starts feed- immature ibis has not been blessed with ible, the adult little blue has molted into of my canoe trips ing out on the mudflat, it is pretty much this pre-disposition and has to be shown his blue-colored plumage and he can yell in the Refuge is on its own. And that is where natural time and time again that the eagle will cut his head off... and it doesn’t work against the white ibis. I tell selection comes in to play. his young life short if he doesn’t panic him because he is so well camouflaged. people that you can The different species evolve different with the rest of the fleeing birds. Maybe that is not what is happening identify the adults traits, both physically and behaviorally, So, since the little blue quickly under- with the little blue heron, but I have found by their all white to promote species survival. Therefore, it stands the dangers that exist out on the that even when you find the “exception feathers with pinkish-red, downward- makes sense to me that immature white mudflats, it is “OK” for the immatures to the rule” in the natural world, there curved bills, pinkish-red legs and they ibises are mostly brown in color; they are of his species to evolve white feathers usually still is a logical reason behind it. are always bent over doing the “Sanibel camouflaged during their early years while because the color white reflects heat and Exceptions are not usually mistakes. It is Stoop” (like the people on the beaches). gaining that all important experience. the young birds will conserve energy in just that there is some variable that we When flying, you can notice their black If, as a species, the white ibis is just a the hot sun while they are learning to humans haven’t taken into consideration wing-tips. And although they will eat the little bit less wary of potential predators, become better hunters. That’s one reason yet, and we have been a little slow in fig- occasional small fish, their primary diet think how really stupid their youngsters I suggest we have so many white-feath- uring out the reason for its existence. consists of invertebrates – shrimp, other are! I can almost guarantee that when ered species in Florida. White feathers A former city council member and crustaceans, worms. Things we would the bald eagle flies over the mudflat and help those birds conserve energy while mayor, Mark “Bird” Westall has owned call “creepy-crawlies.” all the birds panic and take off, the last hunting and they then have more energy and operated Canoe Adventures, Inc. I also like to point out that the white bird to panic is going to be an immature to expend for other activities. on Sanibel for over 33 years. 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Bill, Sandy and Melissa peruse some of the library’s new film titles submitted by Cathy Cangelosi-Cameron, Sanibel Public Library he latest DVDs from the BIG ARTS Film Society’s popular Monday Night Film Series have been added to the Sanibel Public Library movie collection. T The latest group of movies includes 26 foreign, award-winning, notable and talked-about films from the 2011-12 Film Series. Use your library card to check out one you missed, or one you might want to see again. The latest BIG ARTS movies are in the NEW section at the library. “For five years, BIG ARTS has donated movies from the Film Series to the Library, and we are so grateful,” said library director Margaret Mohundro. “Library patrons look forward to seeing these movies again and again.” Some of our favorites: My Dog Tulip – Animated and featuring the voices of Christopher Plummer and Isabella Rossellini, this film is a bittersweet retrospective account of author J.R. Ackerley’s 16-year relationship with his beautiful yet intolerable German shepherd. Poetry – This film shows a woman’s brave fight against Alzheimer’s and against her guilt over a relative’s brutal crime. This highly-acclaimed Korean drama won the Best Screenplay Award at the Cannes Film Festival. The Art of the Steal – It’s been called the greatest theft of art since World War II. The Barnes Foundation became one of the finest collections of paintings by Renoir, Cezanne, Matisse, Van Gogh and other masters. Yet the fight over the future, since founder Albert C. Barnes’s death in 1951, has been ongoing; involving family, politi- cians, charities, artists, lawyers, historians, and more. Mysteries of Lisbon – Director Raul Ruiz adapted the 19th century Portuguese novel by Camila Castelo Branco; the tale follows a multitude of characters whoss fates conjoin, separate and then rejoin again over three decades in Portugal, Spain, France and Italy. Midnight In Paris – Written and directed by Woody Allen, this romantic comedy is set in Paris, where the characters have experiences that change their lives; and where illusion may be better than reality.

Email your editorial copy to: [email protected] 34 ISLAND SUN - JANUARY 11, 2013 Kathy Kosins And Her Jazz Band In A Toast To The Ladies Of Cool IG ARTS on Sanibel presents criti- cally and nationally acclaimed jazz Bvocalist Kathy Kosins in A Toast to the Ladies of Cool. The show begins at 8 p.m. Saturday, January 26. American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers Award-winning singer Kathy Kosins has won the hearts of critics and fans around the globe with her eclectic musical palette that expands the rich history of jazz. Together with her jazz quartet, Kosins sings from the cata- logues of June Christy, Chris Connor, Julie John Yarling, drums London and Anita O’Day in A Toast to the Ladies of Cool. Bassist, composer, and educator A veteran jazz icon and interpreter of Chuck Bergeron is the director of The the West Coast “cool school” style, Kosins South Florida Jazz Orchestra, the premier is described by the Chicago Tribune as large jazz ensemble in Miami. Bergeron “one of the most alluring voices in jazz.” has released five CDs of his own music, Songs in the show include When in Rome, including his latest release, My Take – A Look Out Up There, Lullaby in Rhythm, Collection of Friends and Standards. Nice Girls Don’t Stay for Breakfast and His compositions have earned him four ASCAP Writers Awards. Bergeron has You’re a Heavenly Thing. Kathy Kosins The New York Times declared, “Ms. photo by Laurie Tenant toured, performed, and recorded with a Kosins’s nonstandard choice of standards is wide variety of jazz luminaries, from Stan almost as winsome as her easy going, swinging style...” Getz and Joe Williams to Elvis Costello, Born and raised during the Motown era in Detroit, Kosin’s debut album, To the Arturo Sandoval, Dave Grusin, Patti Ladies of Cool, was released in spring 2012 to excellent reviews. Jazz journalist Ralph Austin, Randy Brecker and Bob Moses. Miriello reviewed the recording, writing for The Huffington Post, “ ... (Kosins’) words John Yarling’s flawless musicianship flow as effortlessly as maple syrup over hot pancakes.” and commitment to his art make him the Joining Kosins on stage is Jim Gasior on piano, Chuck Bergeron on bass, John drummer of choice for many South Florida Yarling on drums and Mark Small on saxophone. performers such as Ira Sullivan & the Inter- Gasior is a successful jazz and commercial pianist, composer and arranger. He has Outer Continental Quintet, The Shack recorded and/or performed with Ed Calle, Arturo Sandoval, Duffy Jackson, Kevin Daddys, South Florida Jazz Orchestra, Mahogany, Alan Harris, Jay Leonhardt, Kelly Clarkson, Smokey Robinson, Patti Brian Murphy Trio, The Nicole Yarling Mark Small, sax Austin, Little Richard, Jane Oliver and Chayanne and Raul DiBlasio. 4-Tet, and the Jeff Taylor Band. In past years he has performed with jazz lumi- naries Mose Allison, Sonny Stitt, Nat Adderley, Lou Donaldson, Jaki Byard, Jimmy Forrest, Mark Murphy, Mike Stern, Pete Minger, Larry Coryell and Dave Liebman THE as well as rockers Mick Taylor, Nicky Hopkins and Bobby Keys (The Rolling Stones). He has recorded with Ira Sullivan, Curtis Fuller, Pepper Adams, Joe Williams, Ernest Ranglin, Kevin Mahogany, and most recently, P!nk. Mark Small is a saxophonist/woodwind player/composer who currently splits his GROG SHOP time between New York City and Miami. Small is co-leader, along with saxophonist Your One-Stop for Walter Smith III, of the group Bronze. He is also featured as a sideman playing on WINE • SPIRITS • LIQUEURS a number of recordings including the soundtrack for award-winning comedian Louie CIGARS • GIFT ITEMS C.K.’s show, Louie. Small has performed in the Broadway musical Chicago and has toured with Warner Bros. recording artist Michael Bublé. He has performed is over 35 One of the Best Crown Royal 750 ml. countries and on numerous television programs including SNL, The Today Show, The Selections of Domestic Reg. $27.99 SALE $24.99 David Letterman Show, Late night with Jay Leno, and Ellen.Small was a featured soloist on both saxophone and clarinet for the Grammy award-winning DVD Michael and Imported Wines on Tanqueray Gin 750 ml. $20.99 the West Coast Bublé meets Madison Square Garden as well as a live performance for PBS. His Johnnie Walker Red Label Scotch continued on page 44 Best Liquor Selection on the Islands 750 ml. $20.99 Special Orders and Case Discounts SANIBEL ISLAND WINES Cabernet & Chardonnay Walk-in Humidor $12.99 750 ml.

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From page 1 (March 29 – April 27). Monty Python’s Spamalot is sup- Oscars Contenders Film Series Spamalot ported by Herb Strauss Theater Season Sponsor The Sanibel Captiva Trust n Wednesday, January of the Lake (Elizabeth Urbanczyk). Classic 16 at 1 p.m., the Broadway also gets spoofed along the Company and Show Sponsors ’Tween Waters Inn and The Jacaranda. OIsland Cinema will way in Spamalot, and everything is fair The only professional theater on show the third movie in the game, from A Chorus Line to West Side BIG ARTS Academy Awards Story to Fiddler on the Roof. This pro- Sanibel, Herb Strauss Theater is located at 2200 Periwinkle Way. Groups of 10 Contenders Film Series. duction was directed and choreographed After the movie, a discus- by Amy Marie McCleary, with musical or more are now eligible to take advan- tage of Herb Strauss Theater’s group sion will take place at George direction by Michael Sebastian. & Wendy’s Seafood Grille. The Sunday Times says Spamalot discount rates for all shows, with prices ranging from $25 to $36 per ticket. To Tickets are available at the “raises silliness to an art form,” and The Island Cinema for $8. Other New Yorker hails it as “a no-holds-barred purchase tickets, stop by BIG ARTS, 900 Dunlop Road; call 395-0900; e-mail movies in the series will be smash hit.” announced prior to the weekly The original 2005 Broadway produc- [email protected]; or log on to www. BIGARTS.org. showing. tion was nominated for 14 Tony Awards Lincoln is a 2012 and won three, including the Tony Award American historical drama for Best Musical. Spamalot’s book and film directed and produced lyrics were created by Eric Idle, a mem- Women’s Book by Steven Spielberg, starring ber of the Monty Python team, in col- Daniel Day-Lewis as United laboration with John Du Prez. There’s Club To Meet States President Abraham something for everyone in the music of he Third Thursday Book Club will Lincoln, and Sally Field as Spamalot, the genres of which run the meet on January 17 at 7 p.m. at Mary Todd Lincoln. The film is gamut from Gregorian chant and French TSanibel Community Church. The based in part on Doris Kearns can-can to rock ‘n’ roll. book to read this month is Portion of Goodwin’s biography of Performances of Monty Python’s the Sea by Sanibel resident Christine Lincoln, Team of Rivals: The Spamalot are 8 p.m. Monday through Lemmon. The book is available in book Political Genius of Abraham Saturday, January 11 – February 16, stores on island and on Amazon.com. Lincoln, and covers the final and matinées are 2 p.m. January 23 and Come to the meeting having read four months of Lincoln’s life, February 6. The opening night reception the book and prepared for discussion. If focusing on the president’s is 7 p.m. on Friday, January 11. Tickets you have any questions, call Robin Lear efforts in January 1865 to are $42, and chidren 17 and under are at 823-3901 or Linda Mondelli at 292- have the 13th Amendment to $20. 7085. the United States Constitution Herb Strauss Theater’s season con- Sanibel Community Church is located passed by the United States tinues with The Marvelous Wonderettes at 1740 Periwinkle Way (next to Jerry’s House of Representatives. (February 22 – March 23), Charles Market). Lincoln has received seven Golden Globe nominations including Best Picture, Best Lindbergh: The Lone Eagle (February Director, Best Actor, Best Supporting Actor and Actress. The film is 150 minutes long. 24 – March 10), and Fully Committed Island Cinema is located in Bailey’s Shopping Center. ISLAND SUN - JANUARY 11, 2013 39

Norma Hagan Doug McElhney Edina Lessack Shirley Jewell available online at www.BIGARTS.org. Playwright & Director Hagan has been a full time islander Community Play readings scheduled for Sunday, Biographies since 1988, is a professional freelance January 27 at the Herb Strauss Theater McElhney is a resident of Fort Myers writer for the travel industry as well as a Theater Play on Sanibel will begin at 7 p.m. Beach, where he works at the Chamber writing instructor at BIG ARTS. She has • The Gray and The Blue, written by of Commerce. He gained a lot of experi- published articles in the Times of the Readings Wally Kain, directed by Doug McElhney ence in his child and teenage years in Islands, Escape, AAA Going Places, IG ARTS launched a program (Drama – One Act; set at end of Civil such productions as Brighton Beach American Express Mariner Magazine, for community theater and play War) Memoirs, Inherit The Wind, Mister Travel & Leisure and many other Breadings of works by playwrights • Cynthia, written by Norma Hagan, Roberts, On Golden Pond, Done To national magazines. She writes both fic- in Southwest Florida. All readings will directed by Norma Hagan (Drama/ Death and The Music Man. McElhney tion and non-fiction, and has a script in- feature local talent volunteering onstage Murder – One Act) also did some television work (before he progress. Her book, How To Get Away and backstage. • When Do We Shoot Them? writ- got braces) in commercials and guest- With Murder, can be found on island BIG ARTS Community Players is seek- ten by Robert Hilliard, directed by Edina starred three times on the Nashville bookstore shelves. Hagan has written ing volunteers for a variety of tasks. For Lessack (Drama – One Act; during World Network sitcom, I-40 Paradise. He speeches for Democrats and Republicans more information, contact Shirley Jewell War II) appeared in the Carmen Garmin with the and is a member of The National Press 337-1099 or [email protected]. • Mega-Man to the (Emotional) Community Players in April 2012, and Club of Washington, DC. She wrote the Audition and other cast information is Rescue, written by Don Goodrum, direct- returns this year to direct The Gray and drama Cynthia, and is directing the ed by Shirley Jewell (Comedy – One Act) The Blue. continued on page 42

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CHEF AUNG with SUSHI 4823. 42 ISLAND SUN - JANUARY 11, 2013 Country Music Video To Debut At Cattle Barons’ Ball ashville recording artist and Next GAC Star winner One Night Rodeo, a country band that has adopted the battle against cancer as its primary fund- Nraising cause, will debut a heart-tugging music video at the 2013 Lee County Cattle Barons’ Ball. Set to a new song, After Beautiful, which was co-written by acclaimed Nashville songwriters Kim Tribble and Emily Shackelton, the video also will be available on iTunes, with a percentage of the proceeds going to the American Cancer Society. For the third year in a row, One Night Rodeo will provide the live entertainment for the Cattle Barons’ Ball, to be held January 19 at Harborside Event Center in the down- town Fort Myers River District. The mother of Cory Hildreth, the lead singer for One Night Rodeo, is a breast cancer survivor. “One Night Rodeo continues to be a major supporter of our battle against cancer,” said Beth Hayes, staff partner for the Lee County chapter of the ACS. “Every year the band members go above and beyond just providing the entertainment for the event. They also donate to the live and silent auctions, they entertain our sponsors at the pre-event party, and all year long they tell their fans to support the American Cancer Society. Now they’re making this music video, and we can’t thank them enough.” The video will highlight one family’s triumph over its personal battle against cancer. Susan McCarthy, a Southwest Florida resident who is a real-life breast cancer survivor, will play the lead role. “One Night Rodeo is 100 percent committed to the fight against cancer,” said OneNight Rodeo-Duane Allison (left) and Cory Hildreth Edward Ciofani, CEO of Fox Hill Records and manager of the band. “We go beyond Realty, Paces Medequipment, Medtronic, McKesson, Lee Memorial Health Systems, just voicing our support to doing things throughout the year to raise money for this Clive Daniel Home, Jason’s Deli, Harborside Event Center, C.R. Bard, Inc. Kimberly important cause.” Clark, Haskell, Cheney Brothers, Boston Scientific, American Contract Systems and Ciofani said he envisioned the storyline for the video the first time he heard the Abbott Laboratories. Florida Weekly, NBC-2 and Gulfshore Life magazine are the song performed by the band in Nashville. He imagined it set on a horse farm, and media sponsors. The dessert and drink sponsors are Norman Love Confections, Jim while driving around Alva one day, he stumbled upon Lovelace Farms. Owners John Beam and Gruppo Mezzacorona. and Glenda Lovelace, past supporters of the Cattle Barons’ Ball, just happened to One Night Rodeo is an American contemporary country band founded more than be out front, and when Ciofani told them his idea for the video, they enthusiastically 13 years ago in Bradenton, Florida, One Night Rodeo is composed of Cory Hildreth offered the use of their property for the project. (lead vocals, keys, guitar and mandolin) and Duane Allison (bass guitar, vocals). The “The location is uncanny in that it has all the features I had in my mind for the band has opened for country superstars such as Rascal Flatts, Keith Urban and video,” Ciofani said. “Plus, it turned out that the family is a past Cattle Barons’ Ball Montgomery Gentry, and most recently won the Great American Country and Music supporter.” Nation’s Next GAC Star competition. The band’s first single and video, Alive and The band also has commissioned the creation of two guitars that will be engraved Living, maintained its spot in the Top 20 Country Countdown on GAC TV and with the words After Beautiful to be auctioned at the Cattle Barons’ Ball. remains on the Independent Music Network charts. The theme of this year’s 10th anniversary event is Starry Nights Under a Southwest The Cattle Barons’ Ball is the signature fundraising event for the American Cancer Florida Sky. Society of Lee County. Now in its 10th year, the event has raised more than $3.4 mil- Premiere Oncology is the presenting sponsor for the anniversary gala. LeeSar, a lion for support services, research and education. Premiere Oncology is the Presenting leader in health care supply chain management, has committed $25,000. Other spon- Sponsor for 2013. Anyone interested in learning more or volunteering to help with sors who have saddled up for the event are John and Mary Jo Boler, Med Assets, the 2013 Cattle Barons’ Ball can contact the American Cancer Society at www.can- Suncoast Beverage Sales, Scanlon Automotive, Enterprise Holdings, Wells Fargo, VIP cer.org or call Beth Hayes at 936-1113, ext. 3909.

From page 39 and The Community House. She held century. Berlioz’s masterpiece, Symphony volunteer positions from volunteer- Shell Point Fantastique, will hold you spellbound Play Readings coordinator at the theater to sitting on as the Discovery Concert explains how reading for Community Players. Hagan the Board of Directors at both BIG ARTS Hosts Symphony the piece was created by the composer. is from Bucks County, Pennsylvania and and The Community House. Jewell did Visuals will accompany the music and while there was President of the Bucks a stint as Development Director as the Concerts Maestro Bjaland will speak directly to the audience, lending his extensive knowledge County Writers Guild, and belonged to Wood Theatre, where she was respon- hell Point Retirement Community’s to the concert. The Discovery Concert two Community Theater groups. Her act- sible for procuring a Kennedy Center sixth annual Southwest Florida is an excellent way to be introduced to ing credits include Middle of the Night, Grant to develop a full production for the Symphony Concert Series continues S and learn more about classical music. A Thousand Clowns, Guys And Dolls, play Asher Command by Marilyn Felt, with two more concerts by The Southwest Newcomers and aficionados alike will first presented at the theater as part of Florida Symphony. The Southwest Florida Barefoot in the Park, and more recently, enjoy this informative and entertaining the Congress Play Reading Series. Her Symphony Orchestra, guest-conducted by Shirley Jewell’s Sanibel on Parade. concert. theater experience expanded to writ- highly acclaimed and musically talented Lessack is a graduate of Temple The Southwest Florida Symphony ing two plays with her partner in crime, maestros, will present The Discovery University College of Music, where she Series will conclude the Shell Point Series Gloria Baker. Their murder-mysteries Concert - Berlioz performing Symphonie studied voice. She has performed in on February 14 with guest conductor Sanibel on Parade and The Shell Game Fantastique on January 28 at 7:30 p.m.; Two By Two and Berline to Broadway David Itkin leading the orchestra in a were presented on the stage at The and then Strauss - Prelude to Capriccio; with the Drama Keys Playhouse, and dynamic program of Strauss’ Prelude Community House. Jewell is the current Beethoven - No. 4; Mendelssohn - Piano 76 Trombones and Girl Crazy with the to Capriccio, Beethoven’s No. 4, and chair of the Community Players com- Concerto No. 1; and Hyojin Ahn, soloist, Whitemarsh Players. Edina has directed Mendelssohn’s Piano Concerto No. 1. on February 14 at 7:30 p.m. Both con- Lovers & Other Strangers and A Lion mittee; she will direct Mega-Man to the The performance will feature Hyojin Ahn certs will be held in The Village Church in Winter with the Skippack Players. She (Emotional) Rescue. as a piano soloist. Auditorium on The Island at Shell Point. shares a Grammy Award for Glorious BIG ARTS Herb Strauss Theater These two symphony concerts can be “It is such a pleasure to partner with Sound of Christmas, sung with the is located at 2200 Periwinkle Way on purchased at a package cost of $32 per the Southwest Florida Symphony by host- Temple choirs and the Philadelphia Sanibel. Tickets to play readings are $12 person, or tickets for each concert can be ing several of their performances at Shell Orchestra. She is directing When Do for adults and students are $5. Play read- purchased separately at $20 per person. Point,” said Dawn Boren, director of resi- We Shoot Them? for the Community ings will also be held on Sunday, February To purchase tickets or receive additional dent life. “Shell Point residents thoroughly Players. 17 at BIG ARTS Schein Performance information about the concert series, enjoy the opportunity to attend these con- Before moving to Sanibel, Jewell Hall, and Sunday, April 21 at Herb please visit www.shellpoint.org/concerts certs so close to home.” owned and operated her own small spe- Strauss Theater. or call 454-2067. Visit www.BIGARTS.org or call the Leif Bjaland will conduct the fascinating cial event business in Connecticut. Her Discovery Concert on January 28, featur- experience with special events brought Marks Box Office at 395-0900 to pur- chase tickets or for more information. ing the music of Berlioz, one of the great- her to volunteer in fundraising efforts at est composers of music from the 19th BIG ARTS, J. Howard Wood Theatre ISLAND SUN - JANUARY 11, 2013 43 Tim Zimmerman, The King’s Brass At Shell Point he Village Church at Shell Point Retirement Community presents TTim Zimmerman and The King’s Brass on Sunday, January 13 at 6:15 p.m. This concert will take place in the Village Church Auditorium on The Island at Shell Point, and tickets are $10 each. “Tim Zimmerman and The King’s Brass always draws a big crowd,” said Pastor Randy Woods, minister of worship and music for The Village Church. “We are pleased to present them here year The King’s Brass after year, and know that everyone really enjoys their music!” Back by popular demand, Tim SHOULDN’T EVERY DAY BE THIS GOOD? Zimmerman and the King’s Brass will be performing at Shell Point. Renowned for their presentations of hymn classics with a contemporary flair, the King’s Brass features three trumpets, three trombones, a tuba, percussion and keyboards. Each instrument blends together to create a show of innovative worship for the enjoy- ment of all generations. Tickets are now on sale and are $10 each. To purchase tickets online, visit www.shellpoint.org/seasonofpraise. To receive additional information about the concert series, call 454-2147.

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15951 CAPTIVA DRIVE ˆ 239.472.5161 ˆ TWEEN-WATERS.COM 44 ISLAND SUN - JANUARY 11, 2013 Scholars To Attend Lecture On Sanibel submitted by Kharli Rose he poetry of Mary Oliver will bring local and national environ- Tmental educators under one roof in February. The renowned poet will deliver a reading of her work during the Rachel Carson Distinguished Lecture on Friday, February 8 at 7:30 p.m. at St. Michael & All Angels Church on Sanibel. Hosted by the Center for Environmental and Sustainability Education at Florida Gulf Coast University, the annual event seeks to engage the public in discussions on sus- tainability, ethics, democracy and litera- Mary Evelyn Tucker David W. Orr Dr. Wilson G. Bradshaw ture with literary scholars and other intel- completed Journey of the Universe with Born and raised in Florida, Bradshaw The lecture is free and open to the lectuals from home and abroad. Brian Swimme in 2011. It was followed has been the President of FGCU since public, but seats will be reserved for con- Center Board of Advisors Mary Evelyn by a film on PBS, an educational series 2007 and is active in civic, educa- tributors to the 9th annual Fundraising Tucker and David W. Orr, and FGCU of interviews, and is used in classes like tional and philanthropic initiatives in the Celebration, which takes place on President Wilson Bradshaw will share “Living the Earth Charter” at FGCU. Southwest Florida region and beyond. Saturday, February 9, from 5 to 8 p.m. a pew with fellow literary enthusiasts Though Orr is known for his pio- Along with his dedication to increase aca- at the Sanibel Island beachfront home of and other academics who promote the neering work on environmental literacy demic excellence and humanitarian and Peter and Mallory Haffenreffer. This is a Center’s mission of working toward a and campus ecology as the Paul Sears community involvement with his students major fundraising event for the Center sustainable and peaceful future for Earth Distinguished Professor of Environmental and staff, he has been a strong supporter and helps to further its sustainability initia- through scholarship, education and Studies and Politics and Special Assistant of the environmental sustainability dimen- tives locally and globally. Invitations for action. to the President of Oberlin College, he sion of the FGCU mission. the event weekend were mailed in early Tucker is a Senior Lecturer and Senior is also the founder and visionary of The Though speakers and subjects change January to Center members. Research Scholar at Yale University, Oberlin Project. It was formed out his for the annual event, poet Mary Oliver If you would like an invitation or would where she has appointments in the vision of full-spectrum sustainability: an was chosen to be the honorary speaker like to be added to the Center’s mailing School of Forestry & Environmental all-encompassing joint venture by the for her attraction to the natural elements list, contact the Center by email at cese@ Studies and the Divinity School. An town and college to create a thriving, and her ability to encourage others to fgcu.edu or by phone at 590-7166. author and editor of multiple publica- sustainable and environmentally-friendly seek their own connections in their envi- tions on ecology and religion, Tucker community. ronments.

Socratic style, involving the audience. From page 34 Fitness Beyond 50 Fitness Beyond 50 has been featured on The Doctors, an international CBS Kathy Kosins Author To Speak TV show; CBS Sunday Morning in work for Bublé has included arranging San Francisco, and will be featured on and re-orchestration as well as perform- On Sanibel a nationally syndicated Comcast show, ing on saxophones and clarinet. itness Beyond 50: Turn Back Seeking Solutions With Suzanne in General seating is $37; loge, $42; the Clock by Harry H. Gaines early 2013. There have also been numer- student, $15. Fwas published in February 2012. ous radio interviews as well as newspaper A Toast to the Ladies of Cool Geared toward those over the age of articles. Sponsor is Premier Sotheby’s 50, it’s unique in its focus on knowledge Gaines is a retired publishing executive International Realty. and inspiration, the “why” of getting fit who’s spent most of his adult life work- BIG ARTS Pop and Jazz Season’s and eating healthy, versus the “how” ing to stay fit and eat healthy. Over the line-up also includes The Glenn Miller approach of other fitness books. It’s years his athletic activities have included Orchestra (February 2); Corky Siegel’s written in a conversational style and running, swimming, tennis, golf, strength Chamber Blues (February 16); Fred includes over 125 real-life stories of training and cycling. Today, in his early Hersch Jazz Trio (March 8); Cinema what individuals have done to improve seventies, he’s an active cyclist, logging Toast: Celebrating The Music of the their fitness and healthy eating. 5,000 miles per year, plus active in Movies (March 15); and Wendy Webb at Now that his book is published and strength training and golf. the Herb Strauss Theater (April 1). doing well, Gaines plans to continue to He is writing a column, Fitness BIG ARTS Herb Strauss Theater is inspire people to improve their health. Beyond 50, in The News-Press in located at 2200 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. He will be speaking at The Fort Myers that will appear every other Single event tickets as well as series Community House on Sanibel on Tuesday in the new Living Well section. and subscription tickets are available at Wednesday, January 30, at 3 p.m. The www.BIGARTS.org or by calling 395- lecture is free to SCA members and $2 0900. for non-members. of topics; Motivation, Exercise and the Pre-registration is required. Call 472- Brain, the How and Why of Aerobics, 2155 to register. Strength Training – Retaining Mobility Autographed copies of Fitness Beyond and Stability, Overcoming Limitations and 50 will also be available for $15 (cash or Healthy Eating. Share your community news with us. check). He will discuss why exercise is criti- Gaines also has talks scheduled at cal to leading a long, active and healthy Call 395-1213, Fax: 395-2299 Florida Gulf Coast University, Hodges life; including the impact exercise has on University, Rapallo, Quail Creek, The our mental capabilities. He’ll also discuss or email [email protected] Brooks, Bonita Bay, Lely, Wildcat Run, the steps we can take to develop motiva- and the Sanibel Community House. tion to get going and keep going with a His discussions will cover a variety program. His delivery is in an interactive, ISLAND SUN - JANUARY 11, 2013 45 Fine Arts Exhibit Nature Walk At Opens At BIG Live Oak Loop ake a morning stroll in the woods ARTS Gallery along the quarter-mile Live Oak IG ARTS Phillips Gallery will TLoop on Saturday, January 12 host Crossing the Line with from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at Caloosahatchee BPaper, a juried fine art exhibit. Creeks Preserve’s East Entrance, 10130 This exhibit, featuring artworks in a Bayshore Road in North Fort Myers. variety of media that incorporates Participants will meet in the parking lot. paper, opens January 17 through Traverse wetland, oak hammock and February 28. pine flatwoods on an ADA-compliant Phillips Gallery hours are 1 to 4 boardwalk and trail while learning more p.m., Monday through Friday, and 9 about the birds, butterflies and plants that a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturdays. call this home. Visit one small section of Juror is Ron Bishop, director of the a 1,290-acre Conservation 20/20 wilder- Bob Rauschenberg Gallery at Edison ness oasis that includes nature trails, sce- State College. A Juror’s Talk is sched- nic observation areas and picnic pavilions. uled for 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, January Restrooms are available onsite. The 15. degree of difficulty of this walk is easy. Downy woodpecker An awards presentation and artists Please remember to bring items you may cooperation with Lee County Parks and reception is set for Friday, January 25, need during the walk (i.e. water, hat, Recreation, the tour and parking are free. 5:30 to 7 p.m. sunscreen, binoculars, camera, closed- For more information, call 707-0862 Awards will be given for first place toed shoes or boots, etc.). Provided in or visit www.conservation2020.org. ($500), second place ($250), third place ($125), two merit awards ($50 each) and four honorable mentions. New York City Phillips Gallery Patron Sponsor is FineMark National Bank & Trust. For additional information about IL TESORO RISTORANTE these exhibits, BIG ARTS events and membership, or to sign up for work- FINE ITALIAN CUISINE shops, stop by BIG ARTS, 900 Dunlop Fine inspired by Island Fare in a bistro style Italian Road, Sanibel; call 395-0900; e-mail Cuisine [email protected]; or log on to www. BIGARTS.org. 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He will also be discussing the Sun, watch the 60 Minutes interview, recent election, including why so many order a book, contact Volz about a speak- island residents had to wait several hours ing engagement or more, visit www. to vote at the polls. neilvolz.com. “The residents, visitors and workers of Sanibel and Captiva are smart people and engaged citizens,” said Volz. “I hope my story will not only be entertaining and educational, but encourage people to Poet’s Corner get more involved in their community as well.” We invite A former lobbyist and public official, submissions Volz’s book, Into The Sun, puts a human from local poets. face on the business of American politics. Anyone interest- When Volz moved from small-town Ohio ed may submit to Capitol Hill he was an idealistic college their work via student. A decade later, he was one of email to tutsie@ comcast.net. Neil Volz the most powerful men in Washington and a key player in the biggest corrup- Each week, indi- tion scandal since Watergate. Volz paints vidual work will Author To Visit be showcased. Road, and the Island Book Nook, 2330 a vivid and disturbing picture of his rise and fall. Sanibel For Palm Ridge Road on Sanibel, to sign selected by Tanya Hochschild books and discuss why the political sys- As Sanibel author Randy Wayne tem in Washington, DC is broken, and White said: “It’s a winner, and this reader Cattle Egret on Periwinkle Post-Election learned a great deal,” said White, who what can be done to fix it. His book pre- by Mary LaVelle Discussion sentation and discussion at the library will also said the book was “powerful, hon- take place on Friday, January 18 from est… plus the narrative flows non-stop.” You’ve seen that cattle egret rossing ocal author and Southwest Florida 10 a.m. to noon and his book signing at Into The Sun describes what it was Periwinkle? native Neil Volz will be visiting the like for Volz to be the target of a Justice the Island Book Nook will take place on Why does she do it? LSanibel Public Library, 770 Dunlop Monday, January 21 from 10 a.m. to 1 Department investigation and how it felt to put his former boss, a member Are there better bugs on one side, of Congress, into jail. The book outlines then the other? COME IN AND important life lessons the author learned The memory of a tasty anole found Sanibel Deli & Coffee TRY ONE OF OUR from the scandal. It also raises fundamen- just last week FAMOUS tal questions about the role of big money in just that spot across the road? F A C T O R Y in politics. How does corruption occur? Is Is it for the power SANDWICHES it an individual failure? Or the result of a of stopping rows of steel machines, their drivers – patiently – perhaps not NOW failed political system? ONE LARGE While analyzing such timely issues, so patiently – SERVING 16” CHEESE PIZZA Into The Sun is both a personal portrait waiting as she makes her transit & 10 WINGS SOFT SERVE of hope, loyalty, failure and faith, as well seeming not to notice them FROZEN $ 99 WE SERVE as a larger story about how Washington or hurry? YOGURT works – and how it doesn’t. The story Perhaps in that tiny brain there is & LOVE BOAT VALID FROM 4-8PM16. PICK-UP ONLY. TOPPINGS EXTRA, $1 EACH. BOARS HEAD was a part of a recent story on 60 NOT VALID WITH OTHER COUPONS OR OFFERS. 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Mary has an anthology Breakfast & Lunch Just Three Doors Down of poetry coming to area bookstores any day now. 6HUYLQJ%UHDNIDVW /XQFK‡2SHQDPSP 2OGH6DQLEHO6KRSSHV‡7DUSRQ%D\5G ‡RYHUHDV\FDIHVDQLEHOFRP ISLAND SUN - JANUARY 11, 2013 47 Sanibel Public Library Welcomes Anne Dalton nne Dalton, Esquire will present a program at the Sanibel Public ALibrary on Friday, January 18 at 2 p.m. in Meeting Room #4. She has developed a new program incor- porating wildlife into works of art (the Rauschenberg combine Canyon comes to mind, with the contretemps between MOMA and the Metropolitan Museum). Dalton was raised in rural Pennsylvania and New Jersey and moved to New York City to attend college, receiving a B.A. in Political Science from New York University, and a Juris Doctorate from Fordham University School of Law. While attending law school full-time, she worked for the American Broadcasting Company. Anne Dalton Wendy Lambrix, circulation supervisor, receives $1 from library patron Carol Allen for a She was the first female audio engineer- Award-winning production team. bag of books ing supervisor for ABC world-wide and For additional information, call the was also a proud member of ABC’s CLIO Sanibel Public Library at 472-2483. Book Sale At Sanibel Library he semi-annual $1 A Bag Book Sale at the Sanibel Public Library begins on Monday, January 21 at 9 a.m. The sale will be held in the library’s lobby. TBooks will be sold for $1 per bag. All sales benefit the Sanibel Public Library Foundation, Inc. and its efforts to support the Library and Library Programming. Amy Bennett Bring your cash, checks and plastic. The sale will last until the books are sold. For additional information, or to make a contribution to the Sanibel Public Library Williams To Speak Foundation, Inc., call 472-2483 or visit www.sanlib.org. On Writing Prose IG ARTS will host an ARTSalon at 3 p.m. on Thursday, January Monday Night Movie Schein Performance Hall, located at B17, with Amy Bennett Williams, 900 Dunlop Road. editor of the The News-Press Meet The Films are shown in high-definition Tropicalia magazine and a weekly on a large screen with surround sound. contributer to Southwest Florida’s Director Of Assistive listening devices are available. NPR affiliate, WGCU. She is also the Sponsors are Bank of the Islands recently published author of Along the The Happy Poet and Stan and Visnja Gembicki. Sup- Caloosahatchee River. by Stan Gembicki porters are Sanibel Taxi and Jerry’s Her ARTSalon topic is called Senses Foods of Sanibel. Working Overtime: Using Your Most he Happy For tickets, stop by BIG ARTS, call Elemental Physical Tools to Create Prose. Poet, an 395-0900, e-mail [email protected], ARTSalon is an opportunity to talk Tindie comedy or log on to www.BIGARTS.org. with professionals in artistic fields to bet- released in 2010, ter understand their creative process. was written and Tickets are $5. directed by Paul The next ARTSalon is with visual artist Amy Bennett Williams Gordon, who plays Top Ten Books Marcus Jansen who will discuss his urban, ARTS, 900 Dunlop Road, Sanibel, or Bill, the star of the socio-political paintings 4 p.m. Friday, call BIG ARTS Marks Box Office at 395- movie. The movie On The Island will be shown March 15. 0900. 1. Paris Wife by Paula McLain To purchase tickets, stop by BIG Monday, January 14 at BIG ARTS. Shot on location in 2. Living Sanibel by Charles Sobczak Austin, Texas the main character, Bill, 3. Language of Flowers by Vanessa is an out-of-work poet who invests his Diffenbaugh last few dollars in an all-organic, veggie 4. Art of Hearing Heartbeats by Jan Share your community news with us. friendly food stand. Sendker Call 395-1213, Fax: 395-2299 We will connect with Paul Gordon via 5. Safe Haven by Nicholas Sparks Skype and he will answer questions and 6. Three Sunrises by Kristen or email [email protected] lead the discussion after the movie. Hartman BIG ARTS Film Society’s Monday 7. Bossypants by Tina Fey Night Film Series presents a mixture 8. Gift from the Sea by Anne of critically-acclaimed independent and Lindbergh foreign films and documentaries. After 9. Art of Fielding by Chad Harbach each movie, a group of film buffs leads 10. The Sanibel Sunset Detective by MUSIC LESSONS discussions on Gainer Veranda, comple- Ron Base mented by refreshments. Courtesy of Sanibel Island Bookshop. 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For Lease - Negotiable Off ered at $235,000 Mary Cell: 239.839.3633 Fred Cell: 239.281.5356 See us on Facebook at facebook.com/bondurantrealtygroup 4B ISLAND SUN - JANUARY 11, 2013 stateside teaching sailing and English Portraits In Print at the Naval Academy Prep School. by Jane Vos Hogg Once discharged, he used the G.I. bill to earn a Ph.D. at Indiana University, Just Jazz which ended with his being hired to TRUST or Tom teach American Literature at Ohio State Cooley, it all University in Columbus. Fbegan in a “It seemed as if there were great used Plymouth. No. drummers on every corner there. He wasn’t born I heard a lot of good jazz,” Cooley there, but that’s recalled. where his love of During the 33 years he taught there, jazz was born. in addition to books and articles, Tom The car entered also wrote textbooks for writers which his life when he was were published by W.W. Norton. 5. It had a radio and “How did you discover Sanibel?” I back home in Gaffney, South Carolina asked. they played a lot of music over the air… “My wife Barbara’s parents and either country western or jazz, the choice grands had been coming here for years. was yours. Since his dad hated country, it I came down here in 1988 and loved it, was jazz all the time. The first tune Tom and two years later, we bought our first remembers went something like, “You house.” don’t get around much anymore,” ... And that’s when he let me in on his maybe it was an Ellington piece ... and big secret. though the word wasn’t in his vocabulary, Jazz hungry? he thought it “sophisticated.” “It’s huge in many of the RV parks in Tom began playing drums in eighth Fort Myers... Palmetto Palms and Siesta grade. He even had his own rock group, Bay... there are hundreds of listeners and when their piano player sewed and retired musicians living in those sequins on her jacket, he thought it parks... they jam weekly. I was playing “way cool!” with them in Indian Creek when the “How did your parents view your light went on for me. There were 400 musical activities?” I asked. people in their hall and I realized that’s “My dad loved Wayne King and he’d what Sanibel needs… it’s own jazz band. sing a lot of his tunes, so it was fine There had been Satin Jazz, they had with him,” said Cooley. “My mom, a five or six players and they’d lost their high school math and science teacher, drummer, so I joined them. But they Your financial future should rest in the was very much a live-and-let-live kind of finally collapsed as their players moved person. She pretty much let me do any- on. Island Jazz grew out of this. We’re hands of a company with the integrity thing I wanted to.” entering our eighth season this year.” For his 12th Christmas, he got a Jazz is Tom’s his passion, but not his record player; it played 78s. He recalls profession. and experience to preserve a small shop in town where you could “Nowadays,” he says, “a jazz musi- go to listen to records in a tiny booth, cian would need an income-producing and grow your assets. just you and the music. That’s where he day job to make a living.” Island Jazz is heard Ragmop in the early 1950s. The dear to his heart. He describes himself first record he ever bought was Hearts as the group’s “Den Mother.” As the largest independent Trust Company in Made of Stone and the first song he In-season, Sanibelians can find them ever danced to was Rock Around The on Sundays, beginning January 13, at Southwest Florida, we combine personal service Clock. By now, he was in high school the Boler Garden of BIG ARTS, where and the dance of the day was The Shag. you can enjoy them for a few hours of with world class investment management to create (Actually, it became the official state pure listening pleasure. Gazing at the dance.) crowd, most keeping beat with fingers, a superior client experience. Founded in 2001, Dancing... drumming... he loved toes, heads, whatever... they seem to them both. “Why?” I asked. “They both capture the sense of remembered yes- we maintain the highest standards of safety use the entire body.” terdays. and soundness. Client portfolios are separately Tom was in his high school band. But remember, this was back in the 1950s, managed and individually tailored to your when Carolina’s schools were still seg- regated. His own school played straight total return, cash flow, and legacy needs. music, but he recalls hearing the black high school band practicing... and they Experience the benefits of played swing. private wealth management. “I felt disadvantaged not being able to be in a jazz band.” The black band Share your community director had a combo of his own. “I heard them playing Cherry Pink and news with us. Wealth Management | Trust Administration | Estate Planning Apple Blossom White and their leader was a trumpeter. It’s not an instrument Call 395-1213 I can play, but one I respect tremen- Fax: 395-2299 dously.” Next came Duke University, where or email he trained to be a journalist. He was the [email protected] managing editor of the Duke Chronicle but when he looked at one of their text- books, he came away thinking, “I could ųŴźƆŵŸųƆŹŴűűɫƌɫŹűűƆųŷųƆŸŲŴŸ do better than that.” It was a thought that eventually put him on another path. sancaptrustco.com After graduation in 1964, he went into the Navy. Those were the Vietnam years, but most of his service was done ISLAND SUN - JANUARY 11, 2013 5B American Legion Hortoons Post 123 News n Sunday, January 13, barbecue ribs and chicken will be served Ofrom 1 to 8 p.m. at American Legion Post 123. The Monday Night 8-Ball Pool League plays at 5 p.m. Texas Hold’em is played every Thursday night at 7 p.m. and Saturdays at 4:30 p.m. New players are always welcome. Every Friday, Post 123 serves a six- ounce ribeye steak sandwich all day. Stop in and try one, or treat yourself to one of the half-pound burgers. Check out the daily specials and the entire menu. Food is served all day, every day. The public is welcome. American Legion Post 123 is open Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 9 p.m. We are located at mile marker 3 on Sanibel-Captiva Road. For more informa- tion, call 472-9979.

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Rotary cavalry to protect the cattle ranches, salt Charles Munnerlyn and a battalion made works and small towns of south Florida. up of cattle drovers (known as the Cow Happenings Numerous small battles occurred as the Cavalry) deployed at Fort Meade was submitted by Shirley Jewell groups met. Florida’s greatest contri- ordered to attack Fort Myers. With one bution to the war was food supplies. artillery piece (cannon), they arrived at ew year and Florida sent beef, pork, fish and fruit to Fort Myers on February 1865, encamp- new chal- the Confederate troops. A vital part of ed at Billy’s Creek. At mornings rise, Nlenges ahead, the Confederate strategy was to keep the Confederates headed to the fort and first and foremost is Florida’s inland roads and rivers protect- fired a warning cannon shot, followed planning for Sanibel- ed so that the supplies could get safely by a messenger demanding the Union Captiva Rotary Arts northward. The soldiers of the “Cow troops surrender. The fort’s command- and Crafts Fair on Calvary” helped keep the Confederate ing officer, Capt. James Doyle, refused. Saturday, February Army supplied with food from Florida. The Union forces returned fire with 16 and Sunday, February 17. All Union soldiers needed to control that their two cannons. The battle began… Rotarians are involved and have been food supply chain and strategically Union soldiers firing artillery and caval- given their marching orders. Our arti- planned actions to do so. rymen firing carbines. The battle con- sans will be arriving in short time and In December 1863, Union soldiers tinued through the day and ceased at will be encamped on The Community occupied Fort Myers, abandoned after nightfall. Casualties and losses: House grounds for the weekend. No the Seminole Indian Wars. Fort Myers Union – One dead, three wounded. military battle will take place here, was the only federally occupied fort in Confederate – One wounded. except to be first in line when the gates Duane Schaffer, Head of Collections and South Florida. Union commanders sent Although the Confederates with- open. It’s a great, fun weekend on the Events for the Sanibel Public Library horse soldiers into the area north of drew, they had a plan to return to fight island and you are guaranteed to find the Caloosahatchee River to confiscate another day. But even though the attack some amazingly beautiful things to go In February 1861, Florida joined livestock from cattle ranches, prevent- had been repelled, the Union had aban- home with. Mark your calendars! the Confederate States of America. ing shipment of beef to the Confederate doned the fort shortly after the battle. Did you notice the words in the Although part of the Confederate Army. Fort Myers was a safe haven And the rest is history. opening paragraph of this column? States, Florida had pockets of Union for escaped slaves and also for Union The Sanibel-Captiva Rotary Club Marching orders... encampment…these Soldiers and a large population of sympathizers. More than 400 people meets at 7 a.m. every Friday at Bistro words must have been rattling in our freed black slaves. In Lee County, the crowded into the fort’s grounds at the At Beachview, 1100 Par View Drive. Rotary heads after listening to our guest Confederate militia groups were formed time. The fort was garrisoned primarily If you have any questions regarding speaker last week, Duane Schaeffer, to protect the inner part of Florida. by the 2nd Florida Cavalry (made up Rotary, e-mail Sanibel-Captiva Rotary Sanibel Public Library’s Collection These units were mostly made up of of refugees who enlisted), a company Club President John Grey at John@ Development and Event Coordinator, ranchers and cowhands. 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Pet Palooza is designed exclusively for pets. Visit with Airborne Community Devonwood Estates the pet psychic, have the sketch artist capture your pet’s likeness on site or Event To Benefit bring a photo and make arrangements for him to mail a completed sketch to you. Humane Society There will also be a K-9 agility course hether you have a pet(s) or are so you and your dog can practice all the looking for a new one, you right moves. A portion of their sales will Wwon’t want to miss the first Pet benefit GCHS. Also, Mike McMillan will Palooza of the season on Thursday, be playing tunes from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. January 24 at Olde Sanibel Shoppes, A donation of one or more of the Fort Myers Airpark: Luxury Estate on Fort Myers: This magnificent two-level, located at 630 Tarpon Bay Road on society’s wish list items will be gratefully 4.2 ac., 7 br, 7 baths, big pool, hangar, 6 bed / 5 bath masterpiece offers the Sanibel. accepted: Animal Needs runway, separate guest house. ultimate in elegant living on 1 + acre. “We have a very exciting event planned,” stated Barbara Harrington with • Wet dog and cat food $ 4,800,000 $ 1,890,000 The Royal Shell Companies, a sponsor of • Cleaning Supplies: Mops, brushes, squeegees, Clorox wipes, paper towels, Luxury Miami Style Home the event. Olde Sanibel Shoppes is familiar to bleach, etc. local pet owners because it is the home • Dog and cat toys of Island Paws and Over Easy Café, • Kong dog toys which welcomes pets on the patio. On • Kuranda beds the 24th we’re taking it up a notch. The • Kuranda cat towers Gulf Coast Humane Society will bring • Cat litter some great dogs looking for a new home • Laundry soap/dryer sheets for a meet and greet from 11 a.m. to 1 • Towels, sheets, rugs p.m. • Contractor-grade trash bags This beautiful home has Don’t miss this opportunity to see • Hoses and spray nozzles Cape Coral: • Heavy-duty laundry baskets Thomas Hopf 3,595 living sq. ft., 4 br, 4 baths and is Isabella Rasi if you are the perfect match for one or more of this no-kill shelter’s current resi- • PetSmart/Petco/PetMeds/Pet Broker located at Caloosahatchee River. Realtor dents. You’ll have the opportunity to visit Supermarket gift cards $ 1,150,000 with the dogs and shelter volunteers and • Grooming supplies see if you can find your new best friend. • Nail clippers In addition, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Shelter Needs • Lawn mower 1101 Periwinkle Way #105 Sanibel, FL 33957 stop by and enjoy pet photography by • Dirt Pets du Soleil, a professional photogra- Tel.: 239-472-0044 phy company specializing in pet pho- • Weed-eater www.engelvoelkers.com/sanibel tography. Call 209-6776 to set up an • Stackable washer and dryer appointment. Their air-conditioned trailer • Power blower continued on page 12B ISLAND SUN - JANUARY 11, 2013 9B From page 1B The Battle Of The Bulge Day This event is jointly sponsored by the City of Sanibel, Judie A. Zimomra, City Manager, and The Sanibel Veterans Group, Ted Tyson, chairman. Members of the public are welcomed and encouraged to attend this significant historical event. Following the presentation, the Battle of the Bulge veterans and their guests will have lunch at Cip’s restaurant, where they may mingle with their associates and answer questions of the public and the media. This lunch function is also open to the public. Weather and traffic permitting, the veterans and their guests may take the opportu- nity of enjoying a brief tour of the island before ending their visit returning home. On behalf of the Mayor, the City Council and the citizens of Sanibel, we hope that you will be able to attend this event honoring the success of the 106th in breaking the back of the Nazi war effort on January 13, 14 and 15, 1945.

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Barely Balanced professional acrobats perform at a past Riverdale Kiwanis Medieval Faire photo courtesy of www.EloquentImaging.com From page 1B Riverdale Kiwanis Medieval Faire children tickets (ages 5 to 11) cost $5. Free onsite parking is available. All profits go to the Riverdale Foundation Fund to support local programs including thanksgiving baskets for the needy, Christmas dinners, Buckingham Exception School, Orange River Elementary, Sunshine Elementary, school grants and scholarships. For more information on the Riverdale Kiwanis Medieval Faire, visit www.Medieval- faire.com. For group ticket information, call Sandy Wheeler at 369-6881.

Children and adults alike enjoy the Seahorse ride at the Medieval Faire 10B ISLAND SUN - JANUARY 11, 2013 Around The Islands With Anne Restaurant-As-Art-Gallery Trend Keeps Growing; Traders Adds Free Valet Parking; Antiques Show This Weekend by Anne Mitchell l Cielo has joined the growing number of island restaurants that offer space for artists to display and sell their work. I Besides highlighting the glass creations of Sanibel artist Luc Century, Il Cielo also displays vibrant and colorful prints by Jupiter, Florida artists Carmen Lagos and Gustavo Castillo, all of which are for sale. A focal point of Il Cielo is Century’s original curved glass- work called Cloud 9, which is 20 inches tall by 30 feet long and divides the bar from the dining room. More than 15 of Century’s individual pieces are also featured throughout the restaurant and are available for purchase. General manager Bruce Ronty’s vision was to bring the island’s vibrant tropical foliage inside, said Suzanne Lurie, Sanibel resident and retired interior designer, who curated the artwork for Il Cielo. “As soon as he saw their work, he knew it was exactly the look he wanted.” Lurie, who owns a number of Lagos and Castillo’s prints in her Sanibel home, Local artists Myra Roberts, left, and Andi McCarter are displaying their artwork at The brought one of her own giclees of a Dunes Golf & Tennis Club banana leaf by Lagos and hung it in the mented, “We love the differ- restaurant’s foyer. She helped Ronty ent textures, but the frame select the additional 15 pieces from made the piece.” The unique Lagos and Castillo’s catalogue. The lim- frame is made of Jamaican ited edition prints, which were personally dogwood. This elephant framed by the artists, range in size from is now in its new home at 30 inches by 40 inches to 50 inches by the Carrigan house above 70 inches. the television in their family Castillo and Lagos, who are married, room. will be displaying at the juried Bonita Other paintings by Krupa Springs National Art Festival at The can be seen at The Grille Promenade on January 12 and 13. Etched glass items by Sanibel artist Luc at 2499 Periwinkle Way, Menu items at Il Cielo range from Century available at Il Cielo Sanibel, phone 395-1263. $4 to $38. Hours are daily from 5 to Traders Store & Café 10 p.m. Il Cielo is located at 1244 is now offering complimen- Periwinkle Way on Sanibel, phone 472- tary valet parking Tuesdays 5555. through Saturdays now In the same vein, The Dunes Golf through Easter. & Tennis Club is currently showcas- “It’s to assist our valued ing art by locals Myra Roberts and Andi customers get to their reser- McCarter as part of its Meet The Artist vation on time,” said Traders series. Some six to 10 local artists will be owner Joe Archambault. “It’s featured through the winter season, in on me. Come visit us soon addition to the monthly display of artwork and take advantage of this Artist Stacie Krupa, right, with Cheryl, Tabitha and Megan from students of The Sanibel School in new service that takes you the foyer. Carrigan with Krupa’s elephant painting, which the family to and from our front door,” purchased from George & Wendy’s Seafood Grille Paintings from Roberts’ Florida he adds. Vintage Collection and sculptures by Traders is at 1551 Periwinkle Way, phone 472-7242. McCarter can be seen in the lobby and The Sanibel Island Antiques and Jewelry Show returns this weekend, featur- clubhouse. ing exhibitors and dealers from many states, some from as far away as Maine. They “The Dunes is wanting to play an bring a diverse collection of items for sale including small pieces of furniture, postcards active part in the art community of the and comcs, bronze statues, carved ivory miniatures, vintage furs, gold jewelry, oil paint- island, as a tribute to all the talent that we ings and watercolors, and Asian art and antiques. There will also be lots of silver and have here,” said Leilani Sivsov, the club’s painted porcelain, Victorian glass and art glass. general manager. The prices will be just as varied as the items, according to the organizers. They say On Saturday, January 19, The Dunes whether you collect military medals, fishing lures, French bronzes or Lalique, there will will host a Meet The Artists luncheon be something for everyone. with Roberts and McCarter at 1 p.m. Bird of paradise print by Carmen Lagos on Former Sanibel resident Pete Clapp of A Silver Chest has operated the show for Cost is $12 for members and $15 for display and for sale at Il Cielo restaurant 14 years. It runs three times a year, in January, February and March. The January non-members. Call 472-3355 for reser- dates are this Saturday and Sunday, the 12th and 13th. vations. The show has been held on Sanibel for more than 30 years and takes place at The The Dunes Golf & Tennis Club is located at 949 Sand Castle Road, Sanibel. Community House. Meanwhile, over at George & Wendy’s Sanibel Seafood Grille, art is also in LIVE ON THE ISLANDS the news. Traditions on the Beach at the Island Inn has live entertainment most nights. In the tradition of big sales for Black Friday, artist Stacie Krupa of the Grille Gallery This week’s lineup includes: Friday, Joe McCormick and singer Barbara Smith; at George & Wendy’s Seafood Grille, posted on Facebook that all of her paintings Saturday, Joe McCormick and singer Marvilla Marzan; Sunday, Dusk Duo with would be available for $2,000 each on that one day only. John and Cheryl Carrigan, Dean & Kathy Winkleman from Milwaukee on piano, guitar and vocals; Wednesday, regular customers of the Grille, didn’t hear about the sale until it was over. They were Woody Brubaker o n the piano, saxophone and vocals; and Thursday, dancing to Joe disappointed that they had missed it because they had their eyes on the elephant McCormick with popular favorites and smooth vocal stylings, R&B, jazz and pop. painting and had been debating a purchase for several weeks. Traditions is at 3111 West Gulf Drive, phone 472-4559. So, John Carrigan made an offer: the painting for $2,000 plus a $500 donation to Traders Store & Cafe features music by Chris Workman on Sundays and charity. Krupa agreed and the “Ding” Darling Wildlife Society, which normally gets five Wednesdays from 7 to 10 p.m. and Danny Morgan and Friends on Tuesdays and percent of every art sale from the Grille Gallery, got a check for $500. Thursdays from 7 to 10 p.m. Traders is at 1551 Periwinkle Way, phone 472-7242. A couple of weeks later, the Carrigan family met the artist. Cheryl Carrigan com- continued on page 26B ISLAND SUN - JANUARY 11, 2013 11B The Place to play! The Sanctuary

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The Sanibel Fire Department came out to entertain the children at last year’s event ing, raffle prizes, the Sanibel Fire Department’s Community Fair And truck available for photo opportunities, giant slide, music along with free food and drinks provided Retail Expo Returns by Bailey’s General Store and The Coffee Bar he Sanibel-Captiva Chamber of Commerce at Bailey’s. Parking will be available at The Herb announced that its annual Community Fair Strauss Theater. Tand Retail Expo will be held on Sunday, Mark your calendars… this is a family fun day February 24 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at The you will not want to miss! Community House, 2173 Periwinkle Way. This If you are interested in being a part of this com- event will allow islanders and visitors to become munity event or taking a booth, contact Bridgit more familiar with island businesses. Stone-Budd, Director of Marketing, at 472-8255 There will be even more events taking place this or email [email protected]. year, including several outdoor activities, face paint- Ric Base and Allan Myers prepare to serve Expo attendees

From page 8B provide fine wines for sampling during GIGI the festival. Wines will also be up for bid Design Group, Inc. Pet Palooza in the silent auction. • Pressure washer A cooking demonstration with comple- 239-541-7282 • www.gigicompanies.com • Generator mentary wine pairing will be presented • Red wagons by Matt Asen of The Timbers Restaurant. • Home Depot/Lowes gift cards Chef Karl Hamme of Bailey’s Catering Or Visit Our Showroom Lic.# S3-12238 • Mini fridges and Prepared Foods Department will • Microwave also present a cooking demonstra- Free Estimates • Industrial dishwasher tion. Hamme will also prepare the hors • Fluorescent light bulbs d’oeuvres. Music will accompany the • Laptop computers silent auction. Lifetime Warranty • Volunteer handyman Some of the items in the silent auction • Tall chairs/stools include: two nights at several local resorts Many, Many • Baby scale and golf for four at several island courses. For more information, contact Barbara Lily & Co. will also be offering discounted Choices Of Pavers Harrington with Royal Shell Companies prices on select jewelry. at 472-2783 or Courtney Piggott with Tickets are a $30 donation; $25 for And Stone the Gulf Coast Humane Society at designated driver and are available at [email protected]. Bailey’s General Store, Sanibel Café, Sanibel Captiva Community Bank and Lily & Co. PAVERS Lily & Co. is on Tarpon Bay Road Sanibel Food across from Bailey’s. Free valet parking will be available. And Wine Festival For more information, contact Stan Driveways Howard at 472-0836 or e-mail sanc- ll are invited to share in an eve- [email protected]. Pool Decks ning of wine, food, music and Afun at the Sanibel Food and Wine Patios Festival at Lily & Co. Jewelry Gallery on Thursday, February 21, beginning at 4 Condos p.m. Now in its fifth year, the charitable Send your event benefits kids’ needs, such as can- Residential cer care and scholarships, and is pre- editorial copy to: sented by the Sanibel-Captiva Optimist Commercial Club. [email protected] Local wine distributers will select and ISLAND SUN - JANUARY 11, 2013 13B Salvation Army Thanks Bell Ringers by Jeff Lysiak he Salvation Army’s Red Kettle Campaign on Sanibel again set another milestone in 2012, collecting $25,574 in dona- Ttions throughout the holiday season. According to Clint Parsons, volunteer area coordinator for the Salvation Army on Sanibel, reported last week that last year’s Red Kettle Campaign – which ran from the day before Thanksgiving until Christmas Eve – garnered more than $590 above the previ- ous year’s collection. “In the entire Lee-Collier-Hendry County region, Sanibel was the only unit to show an increase over the previous year,” said Parsons. “We have to give credit to our volunteers, who do an incredible job each and every year. Without them, this would never have been possible.” On Sanibel, the Salvation Army had two collection sites – one at Bailey’s General Store and one at Jerry’s Market – where 40 to 50 bell ringers worked in two-hour shifts, seven days a week throughout the campaign. “Some of our ringers bring their dogs with them, which helps people feel comfort- able when approaching the kettle,” Parsons explained. “One of our ringers, Dr. Ran Neihoff, even plays his mandolin. Everybody has a lot of fun when they’re doing their volunteer duty for the Salvation Army, because it’s something they believe in.” Parsons also credited the Salvation Army’s stellar reputation for another successful campaign. “People know where the money goes. The organization really sells itself,” he added. According to the website, www.salvationarmyusa.com, contributions from the Red Kettle Campaign allow the organization to fund a number of programs, including pro- CROW Hospital Director Dr. Heather Barron (left) accepts the check from Graham viding food, shelter, toys, counseling and other services to millions of Americans in Coppard’s wife, Gail, and daughter, Jackie need. In addition to thanking the volunteer bell ringers, Parsons noted that next year’s campaign will be expanded to include Captiva. CROW Receives $300 Donation “We contacted Sandy Stilwell, who is a member of the Salvation Army Advisory Board, so we’re going to start a campaign on Captiva,” added Parsons. “And we’re he BP Fabric of America Fund makes contributions to organizations that also going to work on Luminary Night at Jerry’s and Bailey’s, and we’re going to begin are recommended by BP employees. Graham V. Coppard, a BP employee, even earlier in the day, at 10 a.m. instead of at 11:30 a.m.” Trecommended the Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife (CROW) as an orga- So, Parsons is hoping, 2013’s Red Kettle Campaign may even establish a new nization that makes a difference in the community. A check for $300 was recently donation record. presented to CROW by Coppard’s wife, Gail, and daughter, Jackie.. Email editorial copy to: [email protected]

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The SanibelSusan Elise Carnes Team Notary, Listing Coordinator 14B ISLAND SUN - JANUARY 11, 2013 From page 1B Angel Tree Proceeds the Angel Tree ornaments prior to the week of Christmas. On December 22, they delivered a check for $1,470 to FISH. According to store director Mark Pucher, another check to the Sanibel- based non-profit organization – which is expected to be around $500 – will be delivered shortly. That total will reflect the final ornament sales figure. “We enjoy doing our part to support giving back to people who need it the most,” said Pucher, “especially during the holiday season.”

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Nancy Orr Sharon Hannon Nancy Greenberg Mardi Glenn The Dunes Womens Golf he Dunes Golf & Tennis Club Women’s Golf Association’s Friday, TJanuary 4 event, format: beat the pro (target score 73) results were: At a meeting to plan the Mardi Gras Party are committee members, from left, Robyn Nancy Orr 61 Moran, Richard McCurry, CHR Executive Director, Kelly Collini, co-chair, C.C. Caldwell, Sharon Hannon 65 co-chair, Jean Ann DeWalt and Melissa Rice Nancy Greenberg 68 Mardi Glenn 70 Daphne Hellmuth Irmingard Markusch Daphne Hellmuth 71 CHR To Debut Mardi Gras Party Irmingard Markusch 72 Claudi Finzen 72 submitted by Kelly Collini, Executive Director, CHR Chip-ins: none. illed as the island’s first-ever fundraising event for Community Housing & Resources (CHR), a Mardi Gras-themed party is set for Saturday, February 9 Bat The Dunes Golf & Tennis Club from 5 to 9 p.m. The event is family-friendly and will include Cajun food, music, children’s activities Share your community news with us. and a silent auction. Tickets are $30 for adults and $10 for children age 12 and under. Bring the whole family for a special night out and support a cause that is dear to the Call 395-1213, Fax: 395-2299 hearts of many islanders. or email [email protected] Since 1983, CHR has been Sanibel’s answer to the need for affordable housing for island workers, seniors and people with disabilities. With 72 rental units and 14 more Claudi Finzen under limited-equity ownership, CHR is not only an island success story but also a key to supporting social and economic diversity in our community. Why is CHR looking to raise additional funds, over and above the collection of rents? A fund will be established, said executive director Kelly Collini, to help provide more effective maintenance, landscaping and interior updates such as replacing worn appliances and A/C systems. “CHR has a number of goals,” said Collini. “Obviously, a principal goal is to struc- ture our rents to be affordable for all out tenants; but another is to provide our tenants and owners with homes they – and the community – can be proud of.” Planning for the event is in full swing under co-chairs Jean Ann DeWalt and C.C. Caldwell. Others on the committee are Richard McCurry, Robyn Moran, Tim Garmager, Melissa Rice, Kerri Maw and Lynn Ridlehoover. In the works are colorful posters, an art table where children can make Mardi Gras masks, and much more. The Cajun dinner, including a crawfish boil, will be directed by Chef Karl of Bailey’s Catering. Tickets are being sold throughout the community by CHR board members and vol- unteers. Tickets are also available at the CHR office, located at 2401 Library Way in the Center 4 Life building.

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Winners, from left, were Jim Hopson, Bruce Cutler, Frank Esposito and Hunt Ethridge

The winners, with a net score of Beachview Men 42.75, were Jim Hopson, Bruce Cutler, In second place was the team of Rene Losher, Gholi Darehshori, Helmut Peters and Jack Frank Esposito and Hunt Ethridge. Tukey Scramble Into When interviewed they all gave credit to a different team member. Consistency The New Year probably describes their winning ways. In close second place was the team of he Beachview men started the Sanibel 8-Ball Pool League New Year with a true scramble Rene Lohser, Gholi Darehshori, Helmut Tevent: three drives required per Peters and Jack Tukey with a score of Deep Pockets Pulls Off Upset person, shot maker may not follow him- 43. They never dreamed that shooting self unless on the green and average of par (two bogies and two birdies and the he holidays were not kind to Deep Pockets Captain Tom Schaner. He was team’s handicap deducted from gross rest par), would be good enough to place. informed that one of his players had a broken wrist. Another took a new job score to determine team score. Again the word consistency comes to Tand can no longer play on Monday nights. And a third just couldn’t make it The scores were very close among the mind. this past week. 11 foursomes who participated. They all All 44 players stayed for a buffet lunch Undaunted, Schaner visited the many pool halls in Fort Myers and picked up a scored in the 40s. after the round. few strays to compete for his team against league-leading Bunt’s Ball Busters. The strays smashed the Ball Busters, 8-4, vaulting Deep Pockets from last into sixth place. Schaner had a perfect night with three straight wins. One could say that he “out- strayed” Bunt’s team. John Earle and Pete Mindel went undefeated for Sanibel Café and paced their team to an 8-4 victory over Island Lifers. Earle made a miracle reverse two-cushion H H H H long bank to deal Carmen Senese the first of his three losses. Welcome back, SAVE THE DATE Carmen. Also, Terry McCullough had a 3-0 night for Bathroom Magic as the Magic guys January 27, 2013 racked up a 9-3 victory over Fresh Legion Crew to move into a tie for first place. So much for the commanding lead held by Bunt’s Ball Busters when the league broke for the holidays on December 17. 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For more Tennis Programs information call the Sanibel Recreation ew tennis clinics for adults and Center at 472-0345 or visit www.mysani- RE/MAX Is Th e #1 Brand youth will begin January 7 at the bel.com. NSanibel Recreation Center. Adult Clinics will be held Mondays starting In Real Estate Worldwide with the Beginner Clinic at 1 p.m. fol- Tai Chi Class lowed by the Intermediate Clinic at 2 new session of the Tai Chi & Th e MOST Visited Real Estate Franchise Website p.m. The Youth Clinic will be at 2:30 class with Dr. Marc Rowe is p.m. on Tuesdays beginning on January Acurrently being offered at the 8. Learn the basics of stroke develop- Sanibel Recreation Center on Tuesdays. 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The U.S. to do! big Lion’s heart impels you to share the spot- eventually settled some 500 claims by resi- • If you’re a fan of big brass, you might light with a colleague who helped you with • On Jan. 18, 1803, in a secret message dents whose health was adversely affected. want to head to Millersville, Pa., in May. that well-praised project. to Congress, President Thomas Jefferson • On Jan. 20, 1980, President Jimmy Every year during that month, the town cel- VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) requests funding for the Lewis and Clark Carter proposes that the 1980 Summer ebrates International Tuba Day, with some 50 Your eagerness to act on a challenge is wisely expedition to explore the mysterious Far West Olympics be moved from the planned host tuba players on hand to serenade the crowd. tempered early in the week by a lack of nec- and perhaps find a Northwest Passage to the city, Moscow, if the Soviet Union failed to • There’s been much public conversa- essary information. Things begin to clear up Pacific. Jefferson officially asked Congress withdraw its troops from Afghanistan within tion about the growing girth of Americans in during the weekend. for $2,500, though some sources indicate the a month. The United States was one of some recent decades. It’s not just people who are LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) A expedition ultimately cost closer to $50,000. 60 countries that eventually boycotted the gaining weight, though; between 1996 and relationship you’d hoped would keep going • On Jan. 14, 1875, theologian, musi- Moscow Olympics. 2006, the average motor vehicle made in the seems to be going nowhere. Close it out and cian, philosopher and Nobel Prize-winning U.S. gained 500 pounds. move on to a brighter romantic aspect just physician Albert Schweitzer is born in Upper- STRANGE BUT TRUE beginning to manifest itself. Alsace, Germany. 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Million-A-Year Value In The Crimson County officials hope to work around that schedule or possibly offer the presently- vacated City of Palms Park in downtown Fort Myers as an alternate location for that Tide’s Domination Of Notre Dame one season. by Ed Frank Tickets On Sale For Next Month’s Ace Group Classic Tickets are now on sale for next month’s Ace Group Classic golf tournament at he iconic Notre Dame landmark, Touchdown Jesus, must the TwinEagles Club in Naples. have shed Niagara Falls-type tears after Monday night’s The popular event, one of the longest running on the Champions Tour, will be held Ttotal humiliation by the Alabama Crimson Tide in the February 12 to 17, and brings the world’s top senior players to our area. most lop-sided national collegiate championship game in his- Tickets can be purchased at the PGA Tour Superstore in Naples, online at www. tory. Acegroupclassic.com or by calling 593-3900. There are several ticket packages avail- Despite a perfect 12-0 regular season record, Notre Dame able. was beaten and destroyed in every conceivable way – offense, Everblades Return To Home Ice This Week defense, tackling, passing, time of possession, special teams, play Hopefully, the home ice of Germain Arena will prove friendly to the Florida calling. etc., etc., etc. Everblades, who open a three-game series this week against Toledo after dropping The dynasty that coach Nick Saban has established at four of five games on the road last week. Alabama by winning three national championships in the last Toledo comes here with a 19-13-0-4 season record, tied with Cincinnati for first four years – including back-to-back titles – symbolizes the dominance and talent he has place in the ECHL North Division. corralled at Tuscaloosa. Florida began the week with a 15-13-3-4 record after the disappointing road trip. And he sure proved his $5 million-a-year worth. The Toledo series began Wednesday night, followed by tonight’s (Friday) game at 7:30 Notre Dame had allowed 26 points only once in their 12 regular season victories. p.m. and Saturday’s tilt at 7 p.m. Alabama scored 28 against the Irish before the first half ended. The Everblades were in third place in the league’s South Division going into the In their first national title game in 25 years, the Irish were overmatched from the Toledo series. get-go, and now the pundits will argue they really didn’t deserve to be in the BSC title game. However, credit must go to Notre Dame coach Brian Kelly, who has restored winning football at South Bend in just his third year at the helm. Nearly 40 years before Monday night’s game, Notre Dame and Alabama played for Registration closes online on January 10 the national championship with the Irish winning an epic battle, 24-23. Many thought Mud Run Set at 5 p.m. Registration fee is $75 per per- the excitement of that 1973 Sugar Bowl would be repeated in the 2013 BSC champi- son. Parking is $10. Food and beverage onship game. For Saturday will be available for purchase on-site, with How wrong they were. Notre Dame couldn’t stop Alabama’s running and passing. ee Memorial Health System proceeds going to the charity. Waves of And Notre Dame couldn’t run or pass against the Crimson Tide defense. Foundation announced that the 200 participants each will be scheduled at It was a sad, sad night for the nationwide Irish faithful. But they should take heart in Linaugural South Florida Mud Run, separate times from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. the fact that Notre Dame has returned to national football prominence, and their 2013 a three-mile obstacle and mud-filled run, The South Florida Mud Run was recruiting class includes three five-star players is rated No. 1 according to Rivals.com. is scheduled to take place this Saturday, founded in early 2012 when founders However, there is little doubt that Alabama will be the pre-season No. 1 team next January 12. The event will also feature Dustin Edwards and Stefanie Ink-Edwards fall. And don’t be surprised if the Crimson Tide plays for the national championship half-mile and one-mile child-appropriate decided to create a new type of fundrais- again next year. mud runs as well. ing event in South Florida. 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The Twins would to open in 2016 on the grounds of 6 months, spent time in hospital NICUs participate in the cost and would extend their lease an additional 25 years. HealthPark Medical Center in South Fort (Neonatal Intensive Care Units). The county would pay $7.2 million for Minor League player accommodations built Myers. For more information on the South on the county-owned land complex to include, in addition to housing, a theater, kitch- The run will take place at the Red Florida Mud Run and to register to par- en, dining room, classrooms and recreational amenities. The Twins presently house Neck Yacht Club, located at 44570 ticipate, visit www.southfloridamudrun. the minor leaguers in hotels during spring training. County Road 74 in Punta Gorda. com.

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Hersch, Florida Bar Board Certified I pointed to an entrepreneurial client Wills, Trusts & Estates Attorney; CPA who once confidently told me that if he Tthe North American Reciprocal suddenly lost everything, he could regain Museum Program (NARM), a network espite earn- divide financial assets among family mem- of more than 700 museums throughout ing more bers without considering the other things it all in a couple of years with the educa- tion, experience, knowledge, wisdom and the country. As part of this network, Dthan $27 that lead to the success that generated The Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum the wealth in the first place. Speaking as relationships that he had built over the million in salary, members will take part in shared mem- and millions more one inside the industry, estate planning course of his lifetime. Those are the true bership benefits with museums from in endorsements, professionals have become very adept assets that can best set the stage for suc- basketball super- at economically dividing up the money cessive generations’ success. across the United States and in Canada. star and cultural amongst the heirs with little regard to So what kind of process needs to be When you purchase or renew your phenom Dennis transferring the intangible wisdom, values, put into place to achieve the transfer of museum membership at the $100 level Rodman appeared experience and relationship assets to these intangible family assets? (good for a family of four) or above, you in court this past March because he was future generations. The way it happens is by transferring will enjoy reciprocal membership privi- unable to pay $800,000 in past due What appears to be the philosophy wealth through accountability and leader- leges – including free entrance and store child support. He claimed that he was underlying traditional estate planning? ship. Notice that I didn’t say “manage- discounts – at historic properties and broke. Beat the taxman and ultimately dump all ment.” Managers are typically hired by museums throughout the country at such Scottie Pippen, a teammate of you can on your heirs, regardless of their leaders to help run things, to keep things prestigious organizations as the Edison Rodman’s on the Chicago Bulls champi- ability to handle sudden wealth. As we’ve on track. Attorneys, accountants and & Ford Winter Estates in Fort Myers, onship teams found himself near bank- seen with the athlete examples, an heir financial advisors are good managers so the Naples Art Museum, and The John ruptcy just a few years after his retirement to an estate can in a few years wipe out long as the family has put into place a & Mable Ringling Museum in Sarasota. despite career earnings in excess of $110 what took a lifetime to create. Moreover, system of vision creation, accountability Members also receive discounts in the million. dividing up the financial assets all too and leadership. museum gift shops. In May of last year, World Series often ends up dividing the family. Leaders, in contrast, set the vision for To take advantage of these benefits, superstar Curt Schilling announced that This is more of a systemic problem the future. They define the parameters simply present your museum member- he had lost his entire $50 million baseball within the industry comprised of attor- under which managers manage. When ship card with a NARM sticker to receive fortune on a failed video game company. neys, accountants and financial advisors the family leader documents his or her reduced admission and any additional Professional boxer Mike Tyson earned than one associated with any one indi- own core values, defines the unique onsite discounts. Each member who and squandered an estimated $300 mil- vidual family’s plan. I am now in the pro- abilities that helped get him or her to qualifies must have a valid membership lion net worth. cess of addressing this issue – and you’ll their perch, and can transfer his or her card with the gold NARM sticker. A valid Seventy percent of NFL players are read more about my findings in future accumulated wisdom to successive gen- membership card should display the expi- completely broke three years after leaving columns. The problem as I see it is that erations, the family is ready for the next ration date, or the member should have the game, despite an average annual sal- it is not uncommon for estate planning step. documentation of their expiration date ary of just under $2 million. professionals to focus on wealth transfer This often includes determining how available. Reciprocal privileges vary by A common theme amongst all of without a corresponding acknowledge- the other family members can fit into museum and may be restricted for special these tales is that those who earned and ment to the role of wealth responsibility. perpetuating the family’s success. And it’s ticketed exhibitions. lost enormous sums had no prior experi- And I am not condemning the hard not usually achieved by the next genera- For more information about museum ence with monetary success. Like a lotto work that the estate planning community tion simply becoming younger versions membership, contact staff at 395-2233. winner, they suddenly found themselves does for its clients. The transfer of finan- of the family leaders. Trying to create a bathing in millions. Unable to manage cial wealth while minimizing taxes is an “Mini-Me” too often results in family dis- their newfound fortunes, and unable to important element that should be univer- harmony, tensions and failure. create a high-quality vision of their post- sally addressed. There are other compo- More on that in my next column. Read us online at athletic careers, these athletes lost what nents missing, however. ©2013 Craig R. Hersch. Learn more took them a lifetime of training, sacrifice What is needed in addition to the at www.sbshlaw.com. IslandSunNews.com and hard work to achieve. traditional process is a program designed There are lessons to be learned for to document and transfer the family’s those planning estates – even for those of other, more important assets that I wrote more modest means. about last week such as the family’s Traditional estate planning works to values, experience, wisdom and rela- Realtor Installation & Awards Banquet he Sanibel & Captiva Islands Association of Realtors, Inc. held its Installation & Awards Banquet at its headquarters on January 5. T 2013 Florida Realtors President Dean Asher installed the 2013 Board of H OLTZ s M AHSHIE s D E C OSTA Directors: Officers ATTORNEYS AT LAW President – Bruce Cochrane, VIP Realty Group President-elect – David Schuldenfrei, VIP Realty Group Secretary – Debbie Staley, VIP Realty Group Treasurer – Jeffery Burns, Royal Shell Real Estate Past President – Glen Simmons, VIP Realty Group Directors Janie Howland, VIP Realty Group Eric Pfeifer, Pfeifer Realty Group Lori Pierot, VIP Realty Group Shane Spring, VIP Realty Group This event also gives the Association the opportunity to honor those individuals who deserve special recognition for their outstanding achievements and service to the organization and to the community in 2012. 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The Wonder Of to the rich fruit tones of deep raspberries, Cindy Malszycki is an interior design- Live On The Islands soft banana yellows, plums and strawber- er on Sanibel/Captiva Islands. She can Sweet Melissa’s Café features Mother Nature ries. Even nature’s neutrals are also play- be reached at [email protected]. Michael David playing light acoustic ing their important role: wheat brown, by Cindy Malszycki background music Wednesday through amber waves of grain, the creamy-whites Saturday from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Sweet ne of today’s of magnolia blossoms and terra cotta cor- Melissa’s is at 1625 Periwinkle Way, hottest als all highlighted by an amazing azure Next Generation Sanibel, phone 472-1956. Odesign trends blue sky. All these colors are uplifted by George & Wendy’s Sanibel is a return to nature. nature’s green, the color that will domi- Seafood Grille has live entertainment From fabrics to wall nate our interior decorating in this decade, Nest Learning every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday coverings to acces- from deep, leafy green to teal, to greens as well as every other Tuesday. Tonight, sories, our living with a yellow tint. Thermostat Friday, January 4 it’s Chris Workman, Furnishings – Today’s worn weathered spaces can easily by Bryan Hayes guitar and vocals. Tuesday, Chris Coile reflect an embrace wood styles, featuring more of a matte plays 50s and 60s hits from 6 to 7:30 of Mother Nature. finish with lighter wood tones, are even y now, you p.m. Karoake is on Wednesdays. Robbie Why the growing appearing on contemporary furnishings. are probably Hutto, guitar and vocals, is the enter- interest in bringing a little bit of the out- Sofas and chairs are being covered in nat- Bfamiliar with tainer Thursday from 9 p.m. to midnight, doors inside? First, we long for peace and ural cotton and sport trims of raffia and the self-program- and Friday it’s Bill Metts, folk guitar quiet at home. As our lives outside our hemp. Wicker and rattan furniture mixed mable thermostat. and vocals. The restaurant is at 2499 homes become more harried and stressful, with warm wood tones lend themselves to Last year, the Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, phone 395- we are turning to our homes as retreats, more of a casual style of decorating. Nest Learning 1263. and decorating them with furnishings and Wall Coverings – Like fabrics, murals Thermostat hit The Jacaranda has entertainment accessories we find soothing and comfort- and botanicals are blooming in their popu- the market with nightly from 7 to 11 p.m. On Friday and able. larity. Don’t worry about too much pat- great fanfare. After Saturday, various artists are featured. On Secondly, our increased awareness of tern; these blooming designs look great listening to all the Sunday, it’s Jamaica “Dave” & Co., reg- the environment and the quest to preserve when mixed with stripes, checks or even feedback that they had received, the gae and dance; Monday, Renata, jazz, its beauty has led to a desire to bring bits plaids, developers have now come out with a contemporary music and dance; Tuesday, of it home. Window Treatments – Floral print newer version that has addressed cus- Steve “Scooter” Reynolds, accoustic drapery fabrics designed in a traditional Here’s a look at several areas of interi- tomer concerns like making the physical guitar, contemporary music and dance; swag and jabot treatment will definitely or design that can get you back to nature: design 20 percent sleeker, and increased Wednesday, Buckeye Ken, contempo- Fabrics – Bouquets of colorful botani- give any room a perennial touch. And rary, Top 40 and blues; Thursday, 2 Hot, by coordinating your “blooming” window its compatibility with more systems, cals with flower, leaf and vine prints are making it work with nearly all a/c sys- contemporary, reggae and dance. The perennial favorites. Imagine relaxing in treatments with furniture, bedding – even Jacaranda is at 1223 Periwinkle Way, your linens – you’ll find yourself surround- tems in the United States and Canada. a lush garden where flowers flourish all What the device does, unlike other phone 472-1771. around you: soft violets, delicate lilies of ed by Mother Nature’s beauty. The Mucky Duck on Andy Rosse Our love of Earth, and the resurgence programmable thermostats, is that it pro- the valley, bold hydrangeas and stately grams itself. Each time you or a member Lane, Captiva, features music by Mark red tulips. Fun, faux animal prints remain to preserve it, influences us to bring of your family adjusts the ring on this Dupuy on Mondays; Rich Lancaster, popular. Even zebra stripes and leopard nature’s colors into our homes and our Wednesdays; Gene Federico, Thursdays spots will lend an air of the exotic to any everyday lives. And what better way to device, it remembers your habits and programs itself to adjust temperatures as and Saturdays; and Buckeye Ken, Fridays. you prefer them. With its Wi-Fi connec- The Crow’s Nest at ‘Tween Waters Inn has live entertainment on tion, you can also control it from your Fridays and Saturdays from 9 p.m. to 1 Cycling Safety Notes mobile device or computer. The device a.m.Crab races take place Mondays and has a motion sensor, and after a period of Thursdays. The Crow’s Nest is at 15951 AVAILABLE time, will automatically adjust itself to stop DON’T WEAR Captiva Drive, phone 472-5161. heating or cooling an empty home. And The Island Cow on Periwinkle Way COMMERCIAL EARPHONES for all the energy-saving lovers out there, has live entertainment on Friday with this is a very cool feature. So, if you pur- Dan Confrey; Saturday, Diana Lynn; and SPACE chased the first gen Nest, does that mean Sunday, Buckeye Ken. Phone 472-0606. Our Shared Use Paths that you have to upgrade to the new RC Otter’s, 11506 Andy Rosse have a lot of users, one? Not necessarily. Owners of the first Lane, Captiva, has live music daily with generation device will be automatically (as dining inside and out, phone 395-1142. Move In Ready especially during long as it’s connected to Wi-Fi) upgraded Keylime Bistro features live music to the new 3.0 software. You will con- days and nights seven days a week with RABBIT ROAD “season.” If you’re on the tinue to enjoy a beautiful, intuitive device Ken Limeri playing jazz sax from 6 to Paths, every other user is unlike any other on the market. 10 p.m. every Tuesday. The bistro is at CENTER Now, if you like new gadgets, or 11509 Andy Rosse Lane, Captiva, phone a potential source of couldn’t purchase one in the past because 395-4000. danger. So you need to it wasn’t compatible with your system, the Restaurant owners/managers, please second generation has addressed these e-mail or fax your entertainment sched- Double Spot know what’s going on concerns. Homes with more complicated ule to Anne Mitchell at islandsuncity@ systems will benefit more from the second aol.com or 395-2299. Single Spot around you. So put away generation’s customization feature for the earbuds and listen! systems with humidifiers, dehumidifiers, Take All 3!!!! two stage cooling, etc. It’s now also com- And for cyclists, Florida patible with all Android tablets. It can also law prohibits the use of automatically switch from heat to cool mode in places where temperatures vary Rent Abatement headsets, headphones or throughout the day. 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She could read the title daughter should have an easier time tak- School Smart to bed early the night before a test, eat and get information from any graphics in ing these tests and be more successful as by Shelley M. a good breakfast, get to school on time, the passage, such as maps, photos and well. Greggs, NCSP dress comfortably and have their number charts. Ms. Greggs is adjunct faculty at two pencils sharpened and ready to go. Her next step might be to decide what Edison State College where she teaches ear However, there are several other types of to do if she encounters a very long and/ psychology and education courses. Shelley, skills that children can learn so that they or difficult passage. She might want to She is also Nationally Certified School D My can perform more effectively on tests. circle key words, stop and mentally sum- Psychologist and consultant for School daughter is start- One technique that can be very help- marize what she has read after two or Consultation Services, a private educa- ing to have a lot ful for students is to develop a personal three paragraphs, and she could adjust tional consulting company. Questions of reading tests in plan of action when taking reading tests. her reading rate to assist her with com- for publication may be addressed to middle school. She When students can identify and describe prehension. [email protected]. Not all questions is very smart but the specific strategies they will use in such A third step in her action plan is to submitted can be addressed through she is having trouble tests, their confidence increases as does review the reading comprehension strate- this publication. taking them. 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headaches, hypertension, liver problems Got A Problem? and rheumatoid arthritis, to name a few. Women tend to have this condition more Dr. Connie Is In than men. by Constance 2. The self-punisher: This is the Clancy person who feels guilty about feeling angry and tends to punish the self with Q: I know some obsessive-compulsive behaviors. This may people who are manifest in the form of excessive eating, angry over situa- drinking, shopping, gambling, exercise tions right now such and sex. as: job loss, cannot 3. The exploder: The exploder utilizes find a job, not hav- anger mainly through intimidation. This ing enough money mismanaged anger tends to manifest in to feel comfortable, road rage, acts of violence, explosive relationships not behaviors, hostility, foul language and Choosing Th e Right Insurance Agent working out and abuse. This behavior is more common in so on. Do you have any material to help men, although it is exhibited in women Makes All Th e Diff erence people who are going through anger and as well. tough times? 4. The underhander: This type of A: According to author Dr. Brian person will seek revenge in a perceived Luke Seaward, there are different mis- socially acceptable behavior, especially in Marge Meek managed anger styles. I will list these a work setting. There is a passive-aggres- styles, and perhaps you can share them sive behavior and acts of sarcasm (anger) with those you know who are going as a form of underhanded behavior. through difficult times. What these people who use these Long-time Island Resident I have also included a section at the forms of anger don’t consciously realize bottom on how to manage your anger is that they are really giving their power Call me anytime for your business in a healthy way. As you read the four away as they are really controlled by their types of anger styles, notice if any of anger. If you see yourself as exhibiting and personal insurance needs. these apply to yourself or those whom one of the above mismanaged anger you know. styles, the following are some ways to 1. The somatizer: This person is best learn to recognize and manage your Serving Florida described as someone who does not anger in a way that will work in your for over 55 express anger. Instead, it gets suppressed favor rather than against it. years with a and manifests in emotional and physical Managing Your Anger In A [email protected] symptoms. In time, the body takes its toll Healthy Way team of over 35 and these unexpressed emotions carry • Can you describe your mismanaged professionals. a heavy price. Just some of the physi- continued on page 31B 239-472-1152 cal ailments are TMJD, ulcers, migraine ISLAND SUN - JANUARY 11, 2013 29B Dr. Dave cuff. Is blood pressure all that important rise with age, but diastolic pressure tends blood pressure problem than trying to to doctors? Indeed it is. to drop. treat the consequences of neglect. Patiently Waiting Also known as the silent killer, high The systolic pressure (the first number) Hypertension is the third leading cause by Dr. Dave blood pressure is so insidious that you is the pressure in your system when the of death worldwide, behind malnutrition Hepburn may go to bed feeling perfectly perky pump (your heart) is fully contracted. The and tobacco. So, please, go and get your but wake to discover you are dead. Are higher the systolic, the higher the risk of pressure taken somewhere. If you refuse, fter a patient you one of the estimated 20 million stroke. We like to see this number below I’ll send the kids by to check you over. has waited North Americans who are hypertensive 140...REGARDLESS OF AGE! Some Dr. Dave’s book The Doctor is Athe custom- but unaware of it? Will you find out you doctors do not treat the systolic pressure In(sane) is now available for those with ary 27 minutes in were hypertensive after you’ve suffered adequately in the elderly because they feel a sense of humor and half a sense of an exam room, your first stroke? Perhaps it will be a that the diastolic number is fine or even health. Pick up a copy at Sanibel Island preceded by the heart attack, heart failure or kidney failure low. Whoops. Bookshop. Contact Dr. Dave or read customary 52 min- that will alert you to the fact that you The diastolic (second number) is the more at www.wisequacks.org. utes in the waiting should’ve checked your BP every year. As pressure in your system when the heart room (hence the high blood pressure percolates over the relaxes between beats. If it is too high, term “patient”), I years, it doesn’t turn your ears red, bulge then the risk of heart disease, kidney From page 28B am curious to see how they’ve bided out your eyes or cause any pain. Then failure and stroke increases. Reducing their time in the exam room... espe- suddenly, it hurts a lot. diastolic pressure by as little as five points Energy Medicine cially when kids are involved. In a room The commonest cause of hypertension can mean a 40 percent reduction in replete with scientific discovery, kids is called “essential hypertension,” mean- stroke risk and a 50 percent reduction in Workshop are often found reflexing with the reflex ing essentially we don’t know what causes heart failure. you. Just like EM101, this class is full of hammer, jamming tongue depressors it. We are, however, aware of some pre- One problem in determining blood practice, practice, and practice, but ends into various orifices their teddy bear disposing risk factors including: pressure is that the doctor’s office may with each participant experiencing an didn’t realize he even had, or giving a. Obesity and lack of exercise. not be the most appropriate place to EEM mini-session that balances and calms injections to a wailing sister. Mom, Exercising 50 minutes four times a week take a reading. Whitecoat hypertension his/her energy. This class will be taught meanwhile, is deeply engrossed in the is the equivalent of taking one whole is a very common entity that can cause on Sunday, April 7 at The Community office’s latest Time magazine (i.e. the blood pressure-lowering pill. a BP to read 30 points higher in a doc- House: 2173 Periwinkle Way on Sanibel. annexation of Alaska). b. High salt intake, 80 percent of tor’s office than it would be at home. The workshop will run from 8:45 a.m. to However, the kids’ single greatest which comes from salty foods like pickles, The patient finds himself in the office of 4:15 p.m. source of entertainment is the blood pres- chips and saltlicks. the purveyor of pain, deliverer of doom Cost is $125 per course, or $225 for sure cuff, commonly known, of course, c. Stress. One study showed that and bearer of bad breath. The preceding two courses. Some scholarships are avail- as the sphyngomanometer. They just love young adults who were stressed were 7.5 patient has just left the office, screaming able. to get that thing wrapped around their times more likely to develop hypertension in pain and carrying an ear. The walls For registration information, send an mother’s forearm or their brother’s neck, 10 years later. seem to yell, “Quick, get out of here!” email to [email protected]. pumping the wee bulb as vigorously as d. Smoking. No doubt, all the smokers This is hardly conducive to a normal For additional details, visit www.semmel- their meaty little paws can pump. who read health books are shocked to pressure. I am, therefore, a proponent manenergy.com or call 443-786-0472 Why is it that every MD’s office has a realize this. of home monitors or community blood and ask for Karen. blood pressure cuff? A doctor may lack e. Alcohol. Keep to a maximum of pressure programs. It’s much more effec- rubber gloves, matching socks or a medi- one day per glass, bub. tive, both fiscally and medically, to put cal degree, but he never lacks for a BP f. Age. Systolic blood pressure tends to our effort into detecting and treating the Medical Care Close to Home In South Fort Myers Let Our Family ... Take Care of Your Family Accepting new patients. Medicare and most insurances accepted.

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List several things you can homes on a regular basis. do to lessen the anger and write down Try to look after your own health, and From page 28B how you can rise above it. I hope you have future happiness. • Define a situation that angered you Lizzie Dr. Connie and write down the expectation that was Dear Rosalie, anger style from the list above? If so, not met. Now shift that expectation so it I believe families are like “systems” what is it? becomes more realistic and acceptable. by Lizzie and Pryce – the needs and concerns of all need to • Pay attention to your anger and • Forgiveness is a way to let go of be considered. A change in part of the ways you monitor it. At the end of the anger and heal yourself. Write down the izzie and Pryce answer your ques- “system” effects other parts of the “sys- day, write down the series of events that top three persons whom you feel have tions and give advice about aging tem” and may require changes. I hope caused you to become angry. 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ANNUAL RENTAL 2/2 UF condo with den. On canal, East End RENTAL WANTED of Sanibel. W/D, boat dock, deeded beach Wanted room to rent w bath for s/m, access, covered parking. $1,500/month. non smoker, seasonal worker, reasonable. Call 239-728-1920. Call 472-0419. ☼RS 1/4 CC TFN ☼NS 1/11 CC 1/110

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★ C LASSIFIED D EADLINE F RIDAY AT N OON ★ 38B ISLAND SUN - JANUARY 11, 2013 Pets Of The Week ello, my name is Buttercup and I Ham a one-and- a-half year old spayed female tri-colored hound NEWSPAPER mix. I’m a young dog Sanibel & Captiva Islands who is mellow and easy- going, yet very attentive. CALLING CARD 239-395-1213 I love people and other Emergency...... 911 dogs, too, so if you need Sanibel Police ...... 472-3111 a companion for your Lee County Sheriff’s Office ...... 477-1200 other pet, I’d be the On Call Captiva Deputy ...... 477-1000 perfect addition to your Fire Department family! Sanibel ...... 472-5525 My adoption fee is Captiva ...... 472-9494 $55 (regularly $75) dur- Florida Marine Patrol ...... 332-6966 ing Animal Services’ Real Florida Highway Patrol ...... 278-7100 Housepets of Lee County Poison Control ...... 1-800-282-3171 Adoption Promotion. Chamber of Commerce ...... 472-1080 Hello, my name is City of Sanibel ...... 472-4135 Gail and I am a one-and- Administrative Office ...... 472-3700 a-half year old spayed Building Department ...... 472-4555 female blue Russian Community Housing and Resources ...... 472-1189 Blue cat. You might be Planning Department ...... 472-4136 wondering why a young, Library Sanibel ...... 472-2483 beautiful girl like me has Captiva ...... 472-2133 been waiting for a home Post Office since July. You see, I had Sanibel ...... 472-1573 a very important job to Sanibel (toll free) ...... 800-275-8777 do. First I had to raise Captiva ...... 472-1674 my own kittens and then Sanibel Community Association ...... 472-2155 I was a surrogate mom Senior Center ...... 472-5743 for several other litters of Buttercup ID# 521080 ARTS babies without a momma. photos by squaredogphoto.com Arcade Theater ...... 332-4488 Kitten season is over Art League Of Fort Myers ...... 275-3970 now, so if you are looking BIG ARTS (Barrier Island Group for the Arts) ...... 395-0900 or a sweet, gentle cat, I’m Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre ...... 278-4422 ready to be your forever Fort Myers Symphonic Mastersingers...... 472-0168 companion. Gulf Coast Symphony ...... 472-6197 My adoption fee is Lee County Alliance for the Arts ...... 939-2787 Naples Philharmonic ...... 597-1111 $30 (regularly $50) dur- The Herb Strauss Schoolhouse Theater ...... 472-6862 ing Animal Services’ Real Sanibel Music Festival ...... 336-7999 Housepets of Lee County Sanibel-Captiva Art League ...... 472-4258 Adoption Promotion. S.W. Florida Symphony ...... 418-0996 For information about CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS this week’s pets, call ABWA (American Business Women’s Assoc.) . . . . . 565-7872 or 433-7798 533-7387 (LEE-PETS) American Legion Post 123 ...... 472-9979 or log on to Animal Angel Flight SE ...... 1-877-4AN-ANGEL Services’ website at Audubon Society ...... 472-3744 www.LeeLostPets.com. Sanibel Bike Club ...... sanibelbicycleclub.org When calling, refer to Community Foundation of Sanibel-Captiva ...... 274-5900 the animal’s ID number. CROW (Clinic For The Rehabilitation of Wildlife) ...... 472-3644 The website updates FISH of Sanibel (Friends in Service Here) ...... 472-0404 every hour, so you will Sanibel Island Fishing Club ...... 472-8994 be able to see if these or Horticultural Society of the Islands ...... 472-6940 any other pets are still Horticulture and Tea Society of Sanibel and Captiva ...... 472-8334 Kiwanis Club ...... 677-7299 available. League of Women Voters ...... 472-6689 The shelter is open Lions Club (Tom Rothman) ...... 395-3248 for adoptions from Master Gardeners of the Islands ...... 472-6940 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 Newcomers ...... 472-9332 p.m. Monday through Notre Dame Club of Southwest Florida ...... 768-0417 Saturday. The shelter is Optimist Club ...... 472-0836 located at 5600 Banner PAWS ...... 472-4823 Drive in Fort Myers Rotary Club ...... 472-7257 or 472-0141 next to the Lee County Sanibel Beautification Inc...... 470-2866 Sheriff’s Office off Six Sanibel-Captiva Orchid Society ...... 472-6940 Mile Cypress Parkway. Sanibel-Captiva Power Squadron ...... 472-3828 All adoptions include Sanibel-Captiva Shell Club ...... 395-1770 Gail ID #: 543098 Sanibel Youth Soccer ...... 395-2040 spay/neuter surgery, www.sanibelsoccer.org age-appropriate vac- The Military Officers Assc. of America cinations, rabies vaccination and county license if three months or older, flea treatment, worming, (MOAA, Alex MacKenzie)...... 395-9232 heartworm test for dogs six months and over, feline AIDS and leukemia test for cats, training United Way of Lee County ...... 433-2000 DVD, 10-day health guarantee and a bag of Science Diet pet food. United Way 211 Helpline ...... (24 hour information line) 211 or 433-3900 The adoption package is valued at $500. Zonta Club ...... 671-6381 ISLAND ATTRACTIONS Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum ...... 395-2233 J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge ...... 472-1100 Email your editorial copy to: [email protected] Sanibel Historical Museum & Village ...... 472-4648 SCCF (Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation) ...... 472-2329 ISLAND SUN - JANUARY 11, 2013 39B BEACH CHAIR PASTIME Answers on page 35B 40B ISLAND SUN - JANUARY 11, 2013

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