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Vol. 37, No. 37 Friday, September 18, 1998 Two Sections, 36'pages 75 Cents .fAis QUESTIONING THE CANDIDATES This week, the Islander asks the four candidates for City Council to talk about environmental issues. Seepage 12A NO DRAWBRIDGES? The Lee County Plan has a written rule that does not allow drawbridges over navigable waterways. Seepage 3A SNOOK VACSLATIONS Capt. Mike Fuery reports that the Marine Fisheries Commission agreed to a one-snook limit in Punta Gorda last week, then reversed itself in what may be an illegal meeting. Seepage 3A BUDGET ROLLBACK Despite all the fear of massive tax increases, City Council managed to reach rollback in its first budget hearing last week. Seepage 3B NIGHTLIFE Here's what's happening out 'n' about during the evenings. Seepage 3B

Arts ...... 5B Business Services ... 11B Classifieds...... 20-23A Crossword...... 1 OB Letters...... 13A Police Beat. 5A What's Playing ...... 4B Kelly Brothers completed the main section of the renovated Sanibel Pier this week. The City now plans to connect the pier to a new broadwalk that leads to the Lighthouse bathrooms. The pier should open Oct. 1. Photo/Carlene Brennen. 2A • Friday, September 18,1998 • Islander

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Subsidiary of Northern Trust of Florida Corporation and Northern Trust Corporation, Chicago. Member FDIC. ISLANDER • Friday. September 18, 1998 • 3A The Front Page County Plan bans drawbridges City adopts a resolution calling for But the discovery that the Lee County Plan allowed only a high span bridge changed all that and councilmen, Janes: Buy f fie causeway? preservation of a low span causeway and prompted by the need to change the provision in the Lee County Plan, took unanimous action last Tuesday. Some 15 years after the plan was abandoned, revision of county policy which excludes "Plans don't get changed overnight," said Council- there is again discussion at City Hall about buying a drawbridge man Andrew Reding who sponsored the resolution calling the Sanibel Causeway. for preservation of a low-span causeway. "It takes literally Sanibel City Councilman Bob Janes proposed By WENDY HUMPHREY years to do a plan amendment." once again looking into acquiring part or all of the The discovery that Lee County bans building draw- The policy that the city wants changed is policy 79.1.4 Sanibel Causeway at the Sanibel City Council meet- bridges over navigable waterways lent new urgency to a pro- which reads "New or replacement bridges on evacuation ing Tuesday. posal to let the county know, finally, formally and unequivo- routes spanning major or marked navigable waterways shall "If Sanibel had control over that bridge we'd cally, how Sanibel residents stand on the low span causeway not be drawbridges except where a high span cannot physi- be in a better position to design it," he commented. issue. cally be constructed." The policy was discovered by Assis- He was also concerned about the speed of driv- When a resolution calling for the preservation of a tant Planning Director Ken Pfalzer while researching evacu- ers along Periwinkle Way. low span bridge was discussed at the last council meeting ation policies. It had not been mentioned during any of the "They're coming across the causeway at 55 two weeks ago, it was put on hold. Several council members outreach sessions that the county has been conducting to in- mph," he said. "It's very hard to get them to slow felt that making that determination before the Planning Com- form the public and to hear citizens' views on bridge op- down on Periwinkle Way." mission had finished its fact-finding hearings was jumping tions. Lee County Sheriff's Department currently the gun. (Continued, page 23A) (Continued, page 23A) City budget reduced to rollback rate By WENDY HUMPHREY Other major cuts included $100,000 cut for addi- salaries to be limited to 3.76 percent for most workers Sanibel city budget was cut to rollback rate at a tion to the disaster trust fund and $61,048 in salary for and 2.5 percent for the higher administrative employ- special budget meeting Saturday. a city deputy building official. ees. Chief among the cuts was $800,000 for scenic A contentious item that remained in the budget Reding noted that salaries of long-time city per- land preservation which was being considered mainly was the 4.6 percent salary increases for the 127 em- sonnel were higher than most other communities. In to buy property owned by the Mariner Corporation on ployees of the city. particular, he noted that the City Manager's salary of the corner of Bailey Road and Periwinkle, and $500,000 Councilman Andrew Reding and a number of $112,000 was the third highest of 12 so-called yard- slated to raise and resurface Sanibel-Captiva Road. members of the public called for the increase in city (Continued, page 7A) School officials, parents, optimistic about expansion By WENDY HUMPHREY lab, an art and music center and a new media center. The Principal urges parents The expansion of Sanibel Elementary School to 8* existing classrooms will also be renovated, the walkways grade seems set to become reality by 2001 if approved by will all be covered and there will be a new cafeteria and to attend meeting the Lee County School Board at their meeting next Tuesday. kitchen. Sanibel School Principal Barbara Von Harten urged Six of the proposed classrooms will be used for 6"1, parents and interested residents to attend the Lee County Organizers are optimistic following a meeting with h Lee County School Superintendent Dr. Bruce Harter on 7' and 8* grade students. The other four replace the por- School Board meeting on Tuesday, September 22 in sup- Thursday, Sept. 10. After the meeting, Harter said he sup- table classrooms currently in use. Only nine of these class- port of the renovation and expansion of the school. The ported the concept and would be willing to commit the funds rooms will be new, the room currently being used as the meeting begins at 2 p.m. but the Sanibel school expansion to expand the school. media center would be converted to a classroom. The cur- is scheduled to be discussed at 3 p.m. The Lee County The grades will be phased in, starting with the current rent multi purpose room would be converted to an art and School Board is located at 2055 Central Avenue in down- 5lh grade in 1999. music center. town Fort Myers in the James Adam Education Building The proposal to be presented to the school board Tues- The Sanibel School Advisory Council, the organiza- across from the Fort Myers Library and behind the fire day is for 10 additional classrooms', a science demonstration (Continued, page 4A) station off Martin Luther King Highway. ' The great Pastor elated to Union contract OK'd ByANNEBELLEW reversal on be at St. Isabel* Islander staff writer •* The City of Sanibel, for the first time in its almost- By CAPT. MIKE FUERY By WENDY 25-year history, has negotiated and signed a contract with The Marine Fisheries Commission did an about- HUMPHREY an employee union, the Fraternal Order of Police. face on snook recently when it reversed a vote to re- When Bishop Almost a year of negotiations preceded the event, duce the controversial bag limit — this after meeting John Nevins of Venice and before negotiations even began, there were several at Punta Rassa allowing local anglers a voice in any asked Father Anthony meetings — a hearing/conference concerning the sta- proposed laws. Pastucci if he would tus of sergeants in relation to the bargaining unit, and The six-member commission chose the Fort consider taking the po- various exchanges of information between the City and Myers area to hold the final public meeting on Sept. sition of Pastor at St. the FOP, FOP and the press, City and the press, and so

10 because this area of the state, from Tampa to Marco Isabel's Catholic on. .'••'•••"• Island, is prime snook fishing water. Church on Sanibel, the Many of the contract issues that were in dispute The meeting lasted over two hours at the Sani- first word out of his near the end of the negotiations have been resolved by bel Harbor Report and Spa and, just before noon, the mouth was "No." aligning the contract with the City's Personnel Rules commission closed public comment to vote on a new But the words & Regulations. rule which would reduce the bag limit to one fish from immediately following Father Anthony Pastucci "Whenever you have a contract, be it union or the current two; to end the taking of any trophy sized were the defining ones: otherwise," said City attorney Bob Pritt, ".there are two snook over 34 inches; raise the minimum size to 26 "I won't consider it. There's nothing to consider! I'd be elements. There is the coming-to-agreement phase, inches and stop allowing guides and crew to use their (Continued, page 5A) (Continued, page 6A) (Continued, page 4A) 4A • Friday, September 18, 1998 • ISLANDER Middle School, from 3A Father, from 3A The girl he was dating, however, else. We like to laugh and have fun and tion working to get the extension through, glad to!" had seen a more spiritual aspect. have a beer just like anyone else." says that "the consensus among district ad- "I was elated," Father Pastucci ex- "She wasn't surprised at all," he rec- And the rewards of the priesthood, ministrators is that the condition of the Sani- plained. "I had never been to Sanibel be- ollected. "She said she could never quite he says, are greater than expected. bel facility is one of the worst — if not the fore, but I'd always heard wonderful things understand why a college kid went to Being able to look into someone's worst—in the entire district." about it." As an outdoors man who likes Mass every day." eyes and see hope, where before, there was "Sanibel Elementary has been desig- running, walking and bicycling, and hates When he left Youngstown State for despair, he says, is probably the greatest nated as a school in need of renovation in traffic congestion, he knew he would en- he Athenaeum of Ohio Seminary in Cin- reward. "When I see someone beginning the capital improvement plan since 1993, yet joy the relaxed island lifestyle. cinnati, he told everyone that he would to see some hope, some good in even the no renovation or improvements have oc- And has it met his expectations? be back within the year. But Tony Pastucci most tragic situation." curred at the school in many years," the "I walk around with a smile on my never returned to urban planning. Father Pastucci says he has admired school advisory report said. face all day," he said. "If I had to design a "God was asking me to build a dif- many world and historical figures, but, Among the other points made in the perfect place to live, I other than Jesus, none report: would design Sanibel," he more than Pope John XXIII • Sanibel elementary has only 55 percent of said. who served for only a short the permanent instructional space that the And that's not a a time in the early sixties yet county requires of all new schools built to- paean from a neophyte. rm intolerant of intolerance ...In had significant impact in day. Tony Pastucci was major- healing some of the ancient • It is the only school in the county with no ing in urban planning at every situation look for the good." animosities between the kitchen or separate cafeteria Youngstown State Univer- Catholic church and other • Music classes have to be taught in the same sity in Ohio when he de- Father Pastucci religions and made dra- room where children eat lunch:— and at the cided to enter the seminary. matic changes to some of same time "I was getting ready the traditions of the Catho- • The library is smaller than the space now to pledge a fraternity house, lic church. required for a new classroom. but I kept having this gnawing feeling about ferent kind of city," he reflects. "He was a momentous breath of "Sanibel and Captiva parents are sim- being a priest," he said. It was as much to his own surprise fresh air," Father Pastucci comments. "He ply asking for equity," the report said. "They Like many Catholic children, he said, as anyone else's that, six years later, after had a keen sense of humor and the per- want the same quality facilities as in the rest he had thought about being a priest when completing a bachelor's degree in Philoso- spective not to take any matter so seriously of the county." he grew up. He attended Catholic schools phy and a master's degree in Scripture, to be moribund." The suggested building schedule is to and came from a home where priests often he was ordained as a priest. He was 25. "There is no doubt that his actions construct new classrooms first followed by visited his parents. As a result, he grew up It is a decision he does not regret were the work of the Holy Spirit," he con- the new media center and cafeteria. The es- respecting them and seeing them as genu- although he says to have regret occasion- cluded. "There was a sense of joy in all he timated cost of the expansion and renova- inely good, and well-adjusted, men. Nev- ally for things missed is normal and did." tion is under $3 million. ertheless, he was not sure that he, person- healthy. He recognizes that life as a priest Father Pastucci's greatest dislike is Sanibel and Captiva residents contrib- ally, could sustain the priesthood. is to some degree out of the ordinary. conflict among people. He finds it diffi- ute more than $28 million annually to local "I saw entering the seminary as some- "There is this mystique that we are cult to abide people who do not respect and state school taxes. This represents 11.6 thing to get over with, to get it out of my somehow extraordinary and don't have others and cannot see the other side of is- percent of the total taxes paid. The 265 stu- system," he recalled. "I liked to have fun feelings," he said, observing that some 30 sues. "I'm intolerant of intolerance," he dents attending Sanibel Elementary School and had a lot of friends. When I told my or 40 years ago priests were put into a non says. represent 0.5 percent of the 53,000 students friends I was entering the seminary they human category. "But we have faults and His maxim, he says, would be "In attending schools in the Lee County School laughed hysterically." talents and likes and dislikes like anyone every situation look for the good." system. "There's always something good in a situation, even one that looks tragic," he observes. As well as cycling, running, woodworking, furniture finishing, reading and camping, Father Pastucci plays tennis (well, he says) and golf (badly). He is a graphic artist who designs stationery and brochures and a Knight of the Papal Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem devoted to helping Christians in the holy land. He is also an active participant in the Medieval Re-creation Society for Creative Anachronism, an international society Sensational which re-enacts life and events in medieval Europe. Members of this society not only adopt the costumes of medieval figures but take great pains to research to Scores Make adopt the thoughts and values also. "It was an age of great faith and hon- orable customs and this is an opportunity the Gut! to recapture and re-instill those values of honor and respect and courtesy," he comments. "Those are virtues which we are beginning to abandon today." Prior to coming to Sanibel, Father Pastucci was Associate Pastor of St; Peter and Paul Church, Bradenton, a large parish with 5,000 members and many young theDUNES families. A greater focus on education for the youngsters and for adults of St. Isabel's Golf & Tennis Club is something he wants to expand in St Golf Tee Tunes 7am - 5:30 pm Daily Isabel's. Tee Times Available up to 4 Days in Advance He would also like to see more so- Must Present Coupon for Discounted Rates cial activities for people to be involved in, particularly on the holidays. 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Another motion was Apparently, after thinking over what $ T .5 million for purchase to adopt a one-fish limit on the west coast might of been a heat of the moment vote, the and two-fish limit for the east. It failed. commissioners felt they should reverse them- Then the original motion came up selves and allow east coast anglers to com- again and one of the commissioners switched ment. Orlando is a bigjumping off place for of Chino Island and voted for approval — 4 to 2 for a one customers traveling to the Atlantic side to snook limit — and the rule was ready to be fish. presented to the governor and cabinet for What seemed to be emerging from the implementation on Jan. 1 of next year. table during the Punta Rassa meeting was ByANNEBELLEW • There was a round of applause from dividing the state into two sections for snook, Islander staff writer and pleasing both sides. Several guides from the crowd — mostly guides and sport an- After months of haggling and hoping, Ghino Island which lies just north- glers — and it seemed like an important step the Marco Island area said it was a bad idea to save the snook had been a solid deal. because the line would be right in their fish- west of St. James City in Pine Island Sound, will soon be a part of the J.N. 1 However, the next morning, with the ing spots with confusion over enforcement. "Ding" Darling Nationa Wildlife Refuge. Congress has just designated $1.5 commissioners still atPunta Rassa, they held Van Hubbard, representing the Florida miillion for its purchase. another meeting and reversed the previous Guide's Association asked for the one-fish limit, saying, "the two-fish limit sends the The non-profit Trust for Public Land has held an option on the 54-acre day's vote. Now the snook rule goes to yet island for some time which it can now exercise with the owner, Roger Broderick another hearing. This one in Orlando, on Oct. wrong message." He urged the board to "er- 23rd. ror on the safe side and go with the one fish of Pinellas Park. The Trust, in turn, will then sell it to the U.S. Fish & Wildlife How could this be? Several people are limit." Service. The deal has been in the works for a year and a half. wondering how the board could make such The only big group from the west coast Chino Island is one of few islands in Florida that is fully permitted for a decision without previous notification to which seemed to favor the two-fish snook development — in this case, for 13 units. A canal and docks still exist from lim it was the Boca Grande Guide's Associa- the public of the meeting? While that is get- some long ago project. They will be removed as will Australian pines and ting much attention to see how it fits into the tion who sent word through a speaker of their Government in the Sunshine rule, here are desire not to go with the lesser amount. Brazilian pepper. The island is surrounded by very shallow water and acres of some thoughts about how the public meet- So with all those meetings, time and seagrass. According to Refuge Manager Lou Hinds, "Not only do manatees ing went. expense, the board goes back at it once more feed here, but the seagrass is a veritable fish nursery. The run-off from thirteen First, most of the speakers were guides next month. One member said, outside of houses, the increase in number of boats in this narrow area would quickly the mullet rules, they have not spent as much or anglers from the west coast of Florida who destroy the seagrass beds and ultimately the estuary itself." favor the one-fish reduction. There weren't time on any other fish than the snook. any anglers or guides from the east coast who But, the sharp reversal of the popular spoke out. decision it made the day before has a lot of Secondly, two major factions — the anglers feeling that the hearings are a waste . 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f^iC/vVSUNDIAL BEACH RESORT-1451 MIDDLE GULF DRIVE • SANIBEL ISLAND, FLORIDA (941) 267-7061 iKFASTIVION-SAT7;30-10:30AM;:SUN 7:3O-1OAM • SUNDAY CHAMPAGNE BRUNCH BUFFET 11AM-2PM W.i:: -ilUNCH SfRVED DAILY 11-30AM-2PM '• DINNER SERVED DAILY 5:30-9:30PM ISLANDER ' Friday, September 18, 1998 » 7A • CI.TYSIDE Budget, from 3A stick" communities such as Coral "We have a budget problem. We Sanibel Fire Control District Gables, Key West. Venice and Longboat have a tough nut to crack. The cost of Key all of which have higher populations living has decreased significantly and than Sanibel. we're not being consistent with the times Almost all the administrative po- we're in," he said. to hike taxes 20 percent sitions were above the average for the City Council candidate Nola Theiss Sanibel Fire Control District is to raise taxes by 20 percent in order to buy a new yardstick communities with the city's also argued for restraint. "I understand vehicle and other equipment and to hire new emergency personnel for the advanced code building inspector in the 90th per- the concept of yardstick communities as life support system. centile and the code enforcement of- to where you are and where you want to The additional personnel will raise the number of firefighters and emergency ficer and finance director in the 89lh be," she said. "I think we should buck technicians to 20. and 86lh percentile respectively. Only the trend. We would be doing other com- The total estimated budget for the Sanibel Fire Control District for the coming the salary paid to a craftsperson em- tax year is $2,797,210 of which $1,873,960 is operating expenses and $923,250 is for lh munities a favor in bucking the trend." ployed by the city was below the 50 Reding's motion to limit increases new equipment. This gives a millage of 0.8474 and is 20.4 percent above the rolled percentile or below average for the to 3.76 and 2.5 percent failed in a 3 to 2 back rate. The final budget hearing takes place at the Sanibel Fire House on Palm Ridge yardstick communities. vote with Davison, Mayor Wally Kain lh In order to balance the inequity, and Councilman George Madison voting Road on Friday, September 18 at 5:01 p.m. Reding proposed limiting the increase to against it. 3.76 percent for lower paid employees A second motion to increase sala- and to 2.5 percent for the higher paid ad- ries across the board by 4.6 percent was ministrators. proposed by Davison and seconded by He was opposed in this by coun- Sanibel Mayor Wally Kain. It was ap- When you feed an alligator you cilman Bob Davison who argued that if proved in a 3 to 2 vote with Reding and employees were not given a cost of liv- Bob Janes.opposed. are training it to approach ing increase, they would, in effect, be By mid afternoon the budget had humans and are creating a life getting a reduction in salary. been cut back to the rollback rate with a Resident Hartley Kleinberg, how- millage rate of 2.0126. threatening situation.. . ever, described Reding's suggestion as This does not include the approved the best he has heard in years. .3386 in debt service for the city sewer especially for our children. Feeding "It's not a simple system and not system. alligators is a criminal act simple to implement, not easy to imple- The next budget hearing is on ment, but it's better than the system the Thursday, September 24lh at 5:01 p.m. in punishable by fines and/or city has developed which says McKenzie Hall. imprisonment "everyone's great, everyone get's the same," he asserted, arguing for a true merit system in which employees get City of Sanibel Ordinance 75-29 raises based on performance. Florida State Statute 372.667 Code of Federal Regulations 50 CFR27.51

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Our Town NOTICES

The Islander didn't have to go far afield to find Bat Yam to fiold IRosh Hasftanah answers to "What do you think of the Starr Report?" and Yom Kippur services In fact, concentration has been difficult all week as The Jewish High Holy Days — 10 days devoted to opinions have been indignantly voiced in the paper's reconciliation and renewal and known also as The Days of offices and corridors. Awe — begin Sunday evening at sundown, Sept. 20, with Rosh Hashanah (the New Year) and conclude with Yom Camllfe ICucaba Kippur (the Day of Atonement) which starts at sundown Shopper's Guide writer Tuesday evening, Sept. 29. This is a time of year when Jews I don't care one way observe a period of moral and spiritual introspection, re- or the other. I'm just not viewing life's twists and turns and committing themselves interested. I'm sure it was to nobler efforts in the coming year. done for profit and vindic- Temple Bat Yam will observe Rosh Hashanah at 8 tiveness. p.m. on Sunday and 10:30 a.m. on Monday, Sept. 21. Yom Kippur services are at 8 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 29 and 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday. Services are held at the Sanibel Con- gregational Church on Periwinkle Way. Broadway Paim issues casting call The Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre in Fort Myers will be holding auditions for men's parts in West Side Story Frank Wagner this coming Monday, Sept. 21 at 6 p.m. at the theater. Needed Arts critic are three male singer/dancers to perform as members of the lite «° I think it is a salacious Jets and the Sharks. Bring a current photo, sheet music in bit of claptrap that tells us the appropriate key (or taped music), and be prepared to more than we ever wanted sing and dance 16 bars. An accompanist and cassette player Lighthouse prints or needed to know about our will be provided. * President's sex life. What Also available are two male character parts, the roles help Autistic Society does that have to do with of Shrank and Officer Krupke. Acurrent photo and prepared Signed and numbered prints of Marian Balke's running the country? monologue are necessary for these auditions. Currently, there pen and ink drawing of the Sanibel Lighthouse are are no female roles available. available exclusively at Shell Island Realty. A former All positions are salaried. Broadway Palm is a non- islander and now a resident of Plant City, Balke has Rebecca Mynter Equity professional dinner theatre, and performance dates donated these prints so that every penny of the $10 Production Assistant for West Side Story &K Oct. 15-Nov. 21. Rehearsals start on cost goes directly to the Southwest Florida Autistic ! •Society. The whoJe thing is Sept. 29. For additional information, call 278- 4422. just her and Ken Starr's Autism affects both adults and children. There is Museums offer discounts still a lot that is not understood about the disorder, but version of what happened. During the month of September, Lee County residents Everyone has a different ongoing study seems to show some relationship to al- version. will receive a half-off discount on all paid admissions to the lergies. In addition, recent research has indicated the Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum. Show a driver's license or possibility of a heredity factor. Florida ID card and benefit from this once-a-year-opportu- Over 350 of the prints have already been sold. nity. Regular admission is $5 for adults and $3 for young The Society hopes to use these funds to help acquire people 8 to 16 years of age. During September, local adults land for a day camp that would be available to both will be $2.50 and kids $1.50. children and adults. The museum is located at 3075 San-Cap Road, about Shell Island Realty is located at 2000 Periwinkle Valerie Jones one mile west of Tarpon Bay Road, and is open Tuesday Way, across from Tahitian Garden Shopping Plaza. For Production Manager through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Daily slide presenta- additional information, call 472-9700. Ken Starr's over- tions are at 11 a.m., noon, 2 and 3 p.m. For additional infor- zealousness has made us mation, call 395-2233. look ludicrous to countries Also, throughout the month of September, the Edison/ all over the world. The Ford Winter Estates are offering Florida residents 50% off President's personal life is the $10 price of regular adult combination tickets. Grab none of my business. your camera and pretend to be a tourist for a day! Estate tours run continuously, Monday-Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 Beryl Gray p.m. and Sunday from noon to4. Weather permitting, elec- Office Manager tric boat rides ($3) on the Caloosahatchee are offered Mon- Charity Fishing Tournament I'm sick of the whole day-Friday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, bloody thing. I'm not taking call 332-6738. to be held on Oct. 10 the time to watch and I think Music teachers in concert The Lee County Professional Guides Associa- it should be over and done The Fort Myers Music Teachers Association is pre- tion 4th Annual Charity Tournament for Kids will with. He asked for forgive- senting a concert, Master Teachers Present the Masters, at 3 be held Saturday, Oct. 10 on the Causeway. Proceeds ness... There are too many p.m. this Sunday at Covenant Presbyterian Church on go to Big Brothers/ Big Sisters of southwest Florida, more important things that McGregor Boulevard in Fort Myers. need our attention. Participating teachers include vocalists Helen Niedung Inc. Supported by Bill Branch Chevrolet, the tour- and Evelyn Bliem, Catherine Pringle (who lectured on opera nament provides the opportunity for kids, as well as as part of last year's Sanibel Music Festival) and Marion adults, to spend a morning fishing and enjoy a cook- Sue Bryant Whitcomb; oboist Ruth Kostush; and pianists Millicent out afterward. Advertising Manager Callobre, May Griffin Seal and Barbara Odell. Soprano Sponsoring a kid costs $75 for the child and a He's not above the law. Konstanze Niedung, a 1989 scholarship winner, will also per- .- He's lied to the American form before she leaves for Europe this fall to pursue her oper- chaperone or a chaperorie plus 2-3 kids. Guide As- public. And, yes, it's his per- atic career there. For additional information, call 574-7655. sociation by-laws require that one charitable event a sonal life, but his personal life Writers' Association to meet year is mounted with the stipulation that the monies is also his public life. It's time The Gulf Coast Writers'Association meets tomorrow, raised must stay in Lee County All donations go di- we do whatever we're going Sept. 19, featuring Rochelle Lynn Holt. Author of thousands rectly.to Big Brothers/ Big Sisters; any costs incurred to do about it. He should pay of articles, essays, features, poems, review and stories, Holt are paid out of the PGA treasury. For additional in- consequences just like any has also written novels and lectured throughout the country. other American citizen. formation, contact Capt. Skip Dunn at 472-3841. (Continued, page 10A) ISLANDER • Friday, September 18, 1998 - 9A ISLAND SCENE

Students celebrate Grandparents Day — nearly all week!

Students at Sanibel Elementary School celebrated National Grand- parents Day (which was Sunday, Sept. 12) all week at the school. The Storytellers of Sanibel, Bert and Noel McCarry visited Tuesday to tell tales to the kindergarten class, then returned Wednesday for the first grade and Thursday for second grade. Grandparents and "special friends" enjoyed the tales told by the popular couple, then joined their young students for lunch in the cafeteria.

A/cry Z,OM Keppel and her adopted grandson Ethan Slocum get ready to partake of lunch.

grandparents Bob and Viola Handwerk watch patiently.

Kindergarteners mug for the camera. A full house heard numerous tales from the McCarrys.

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Optimist Hot Dog Party Tomorrow evening, Sept. 19, the Sanibel-Capttva Optimist Club will host a Hot Dog Party for kids in Grade* 5 through 8 at the Sanibel Community Association. Free hot dogs, Boda, prizes and fun, with a DJ spinning favorite tunes—all for $2 per child The party runs from 7-10 p.m. Call 395-0788 for additional information.

For the past three years she's conducted lit Elementary K-8 is now available on the classes and poetry workshops at Watermark Internet at www.cyberstreet.com/sanibelk8. Books. The site carries contact information for the The meeting starts at 9:30 a.m. on the proponents, school board members, and the administrators responsible for the proposed second floor of the Renaissance Mall at the Chris Hionedes, DMD (left) and Lyle Hotchkiss, DDS, (right) were lauded College Parkway/Winkler intersection. For expansion. Also posted is the actual proposal to be submitted to the school board on Sept. recently for their participation in the Kiwanis Dental Program which provides additional information, call Pat Lynch at 369- preventive dental care for kids with Kiwanis funding. 7047. 22. All parents, grandparents and other residents are asked to attend this meeting which and Willis Street. Information on no-inter- starts at 2:30 at the School Board offices at est Habitat mortgages is available at the new OBITUARY PEOPLE 2055 Central Avenue in Fort Myers. Trans- offices. Families are expected to help build portation and childcare for all ages will their homes. Nita Ginsberg be provided at the school. Volunteers are With the exception of a few staff mem- Loeai minister In needed for both. Call Alicia at 472-1354 for Nita Ginsberg, 66, of Fort Myers, for- bers, Habitat for Humanity is an all-volun- merly a well-known employee of Sanibel's hospital transportation; call Diane at 472-6089 for teer organization, and volunteers — from childcare. Call either one to volunteer. Grog Shop, died. Sunday, Sept. 13. Born in Father William Walker, recently retired office assistants to furniture picker-uppers— Republica, Pa., she had lived in Hollywood, from the staff of St. Michael & All Angels • Citizens of the week this week were are needed. Orientation classes are on Tues- Kirsten Harlow, Max Cook, Paul Gavin, Florida before moving to Fort Myers in 1984. Episcopal Church, has had a stroke and is day, Sept. 22, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m and She is survived by two sons, Kevin of recovering in Wilmington, N.C. However, he Giovanna Claiborn, Charlotte Thompson, Thursday, Sept. 24, from 7:30-9 p.m. in the Daniel Luc, Jed Krause, Whitney Wolanin, Pembroke and David of Brandon; two and his wife Louise have no idea when they new offices. Specific needs are 10 people daughters, Diane Marder of Hollywood and can return to Florida and would love to hear Colin Bryant, Karolina Vaickute, Jeffrey willing to serve as receptionists and 10 people Richter and Kelsie Macray. Dawn Condon of Fort Myers; three broth- from their friends on Sanibel. Father Walker's willing to work in the Re-sale Store — four ers, Raymond and John Walls of Fort Lau- address is New Hanover Memorial Hospi- hours a day, one day per week. Also needed derdale and George Walls of Fort Wayne, tal—Coastal Rehab Unit, Room North #10, are people to be on call who have trucks or Ind.; a sister, Elaine Walls of Hollywood; and Wilmington, NC 28401. GROUPS trailer hitches and are willing to do pick-ups six grandchildren. Habitat for Humanity of donated items. Memorial services will be held today Call the Habitat office to sign up for at 1 p.m in the Chapel of Fort Myers Memo- KIDS offers training orientation at 481-5770. rial Gardens Funeral Home with private . The offices of Habitat for Humanity inurnment at a later date. Sanibel Elementary have moved to 1288 North Tamiami Trail in • Information about making Sanibel North Fort Myers, on the corner of old US41 Division In Our Chamber! The upcoming election for chamber board members has certainly created a lot of last minute politics. A part of this last minute push is the misinformation currently being dispensed by the Chamber Board Re-Election Committee, on the subject of the proposed C.R.S. (Central Reservation System). Our members are being told that the C.R.S. System is still only being investigated, that it is not a done deal and that if only the members of S.I.C.C. (Speakers Interested in Chamber Conflict) had expressed these concerns to the Board they would have dropped the whole idea. The Truth Is The members of S.I.C.C. met with 2 members of the Board, the Director of the Board and the Chambers Lawyer, Mr. Steve Maon May 29th, 1998. At the meeting the members of S.I.C.C. told the board that all legal action would cease and that no objections to the currently seated board would be pursued.... 7 On Conditions D That the board cease any action to implement the controversial Central Reservation System D Cease any activities that would create for profit business by the Chamber in competition with its members D Accept requested changes to the by laws that would have the effect of returning the voting rights to our members The board refused to accept these very simple and clearly beneficial terms to put an end to Ihis controversy. We The Members of S.I.C.C., Members Of Save Our Chamber and Members of Small inn's & Cottages suggest that you verily this information by whatever means possible! Respectfully Members of S.I.C.C. - Members of Save Our Chamber - Members of Small Inns I Cottages ISLANDER - Friday, September \8, 1998 - If A Business & Real Estate

Permits $319,000: William R. & Nancy F. BusinessNewsmalcers Permits issued by the Sanibel Building Kerver; William R. Kerver and Nancy Department for the two weeks ending F. Kerver to Chester & Susan Sadler— Sept 10 included: L61, Be, Gumbo Limbo. $1,800: Vowell, 2521 Tropical Way $290,000: Edward & Lynn Court—boat lift by Tropical Marine. Carrington to James M. & Susan E. Potts team leads RE/MAX Anderson—L46, U3, Sanibel Estates. The sales team of Steve and Julie Potts is the leader $2,000: Kapanke, 5786 San-Cap— remove lower level violations by $265,000: Doris J. Kaiser, for the RE/MAX office in August. Trustee, and Arnold M. & Doris J. Kai- The Potts joined RE/MAX in 1987, and have been rec- Kennedy Construction. $3,025: Cain, 821 Sand Dollar ser Trust to Don & Leslie Fields—L22, ognized for their outstanding achievements on both state and Bg, The Dunes. national levels. At the state RE/MAX convention held in Or- Drive—dock and lift by Bray Marine. $138,000: Ehrhart, 1862 Farm $235,000: Thomas H. & Gail A. lando in February, 1997, Julie Potts received the Hall of Fame Wanner; Thomas H. Wanner, Trustee; Award from RE/MAX International, which is one of the high- Trail—-single family residence by DuPont Builders. Thomas H. Wanner Trust; Gail A. Wan- est honors that can be bestowed upon a sales associate. It is ner, Trustee; and Gail A. Wanner Trust based on career sales achievements. $150,000: Bailey, 2477-2497 Peri- winkle—add/remodel of store by Anchor to Michael A. Sabot—L43, U3, Sanibel See joins SS&CP Construction/Tampa. Ellie See has been appointed a sales associate for South $1,000: Tree Seas & Captiva Properties, Ltd., the real estate arm of South Steve and Julie Potts Tops, 1101 Peri- Seas Plantation; winkle —commercial In her new position, See remo-del by will specialize in residential and commercial properties on Kennedy. Captiva and Sanibel islands. See has been a real estate agent $123,000: Sani- and Sanibel resident for 14 years, and a top producer in the bel Moorings, 845 industry for five consecutive years. She is on the board of East Gulf—structural Lee Memorial Healthcare Development and is a member of repairs by Certified the Sanibel & Captiva Islands Association of Realtors and Structural Services. the Multiple Listing Service. $2,425: Smith, Goodman appointed as NASD 9016 Mockingbird— screen enclosure by Arbitrator Fabri-Tech. Arnold Z. Goodman, finan- $4,544: Arme- Ellie See cial advisor with Robert Thomas nia, La Playa—con- Securities, Inc. (member of crete repairs by Cer- NASD/SIPC) has been accepted tified Structural Ser- to the. NASD Regulation, Inc. roster of neutral arbitrators. vices, ' He will be called upon to serve as arbitrator within the secu- $16,770: Gulf Estates. rities industry to settle disputes, thus avoiding court litiga- Beach, 527 EaM Gulf —concrete lepans tion. Goodman will continue to assist clients in achieving $220,000: Steven Weilzner and by Certified Structural Services. Leslie Victoria Sinclair (fka Leslie V. their financial goals at his office in the Village Shops on Sani- $20,000: Wehmann, 6004 White bel (472-3890) or [email protected]. Weilzner) to Kirkley R. Williams, Jr. and Heron Lane—residential elevator by Lisa G. Lawler Williams—L61, Bb,The Wegryn joins Dr. Weil in Africa LaPlaya Construction. Dunes. • $48,823: ^Ewing, 4255 West Gulf while clinic closes for vacation, Arnold Goodman $172,000: O'Malley O'Neal and drive—add/remodel by Lake Plaza Cus- Christie O'Neal to James W. Levesque renovations tom Homes. Roz Wegryn, CEO of the International and Patricia L. Levesque—L7, Wind- No value: Makowsky, 2313 Wulfert row. Medical Center, will be traveling to Africa road—LP tank by Amerigas. with world-renowned physican and author Condos N.o value: Littler,- 2402 Wulfert— $655,000: Cosmo C. & Rosemary Dr. Andrew Weil. Dr. Weil has written many LP tanks by Amerigas. best-selling books including Spontaneous A. Devellis to Thomas & Anastasia C. $32,706: Scheuring, 2960 Wulfert Treacy—Compass Point-Unit 101. Healing, Eight Weeks to Optimal Health and R d—screen enclosure by Hansen Natural Health/Natural Medicine, In addi- oa $625jO00: Virginia E. Wilson, tion to some wonderful opportunities to ob- Screen Enclosures. Trustee, and Virginia E. Wilson Trust to serve local flora and fauna, Dr. Weil has ar- Robert E. & Joan E. Carlson—Gulfside Deeds Place-Unit 318. ranged for the party to meet some of the in- Deeds recorded at the Lee Country digenous healers and inquire about their Courthouse for more than $80,000 dur- $562,500: Thomas and Anastasia unique methods of treatment. C. Treacy to Malcolm F: and Suvianti ing the week ending Sept. 13 included: Wallace — San'dollar-Unit A104. The Sanibel clinic will be closed from (Addresses are Sanibel unless otherwise Sept. 21 to Oct. 5 so that staff members can $300,000: Cacho, Inc. to Houston indicated.) L. & Margaret A. Story—Sanibel Arms- Wegryn and Dr. Weil all take a much-needed vacation and reno- Non-Condos vations can take Unit F2. $1,300,000: Albert Carleton Evans $297,000: Jonathan E. & Barbara place . Dial-a-Doc will continue during this period, and tele- to Chester A, & Nancy Nielsel—Pt..G12, phones will be answered. M. Burroughs to John S. & Marianne Section 28-46s-22e. Goncher—Loggerhead Cay-Unit 591. PMR announces top sales people $535,000: Sandra H. Hogan to Pe- $245,000: Carl S. & Myrna M. ter F. & Maureen E. Dalton—L2, Phlll, Richey to James T. & Donna T, Kraft— Jim Branyon has achieve the Top Listing Agent status for The Dunes. the greatest number of listings developed in August for Priscilla Sanibel Arms West-Unit A6. $390,000: First Trust National As- $188,000: Patricia Jackson Murphy Realty and has also won honors as the Top Selling Agent sociation Trust to Richard Empert and for the greatest number of sales. Sprankle to William L. Jackson, II— Carol Empert—SE1/4, Section 25-46s- Lighthouse Point-Unit 123. Branyon is a consistent top producer and market specialist 22e. of homes, condos and homesites on Captiva and Sanibel Islands. $108,000: Roberta L. Radcltff to $375,000: James M. & Susan E. South Limited Partnership/Paignton— South Seas wins national award Anderson to Mark H. & Terry M. Sanibel Moorings-Unit 132. South Seas Plantation has been awarded the Merit & Corke— L121, Sanibel Bayous. Distinction (M&D) Award from Medical Meetings magazine. $360,000: Richard J. Garcia and The annual program honors only 40 hotels, resorts and con- Jim Branyon Barbara J. Garcia (nka Barbara J. Toth) ference centers chosen by the publication's readers for merit to Richard E. & Madie P. Oehlerts—L54, Ptl55, Bl, Shell Harbor. and distinction in serving the needs of planners of continuing medical education seminars and conventions. 12A • Friday September 18, 1998 - ISLANDER Candidates' Forum

Environmental issues Question #3 — How are we doing with environmental issues on Sanibel? What should government's role be? What's next? Comment on budgeting for conservation land purchases. Next week — Budgetary issues. Steve Brown Wally Kain Jon Uljequist Nola Theiss

Sanibel has been visionary in its Our predecessors made Sanibel a My commitment to the environment By working in partnership with purchase of green space. In conjunction refuge for wildlife and people. We guard is exemplified by our home. Much of our many governmental bodies, private indi- with the Federal and State governments oui'heritage'witWsound environmental pro- property is atitl in its ortgfoal, wild state viduals and organizations, Sanibel leads and SCCF, we currently own between 55 grams, private and public: beach, interior because we set it aside for wildlife when the nation in environmental preservation. and 60% of the. island's land mass, thereby, wetlands, marine resources, sewer, sensi- we moved in 12 years ago. Overhead are The City of Sanibel cannot tackle the ques- assuring its preservation. That's great. The tive lands acquisition, noxious plant con- three osprey nests. tions of land acquisition, habitat restora- only way to control the use of property is trol, sea turtle and dark skies, alligator, and Clearly, aggressively invasive plants tion, water management, etc. by itself, but to own it. Zoning is always open to legal perhaps the largest, "Ding" Darling Ref- need to be dealt with, but let's never get to only through continuing to work with other challenge. uge management. These programs involve the point where the City tells my neighbor conservation groups. The land that is most Sanibel has been wise in its aggres- close cooperation, volunteer sweat equity, she must get rid of the orchids in her trees important to Sanibel to purchase now is sive land acquisition program. There are staff dedication, donations, and tax sup- because they are not native. We must bal- the remaining tracts along the Sanibel still many tracts left for purchase, and I port. ance the equities rather than toe an River. would advocate a prudent approach to ac- We dare not lose momentum. These uncompromisiing line. As a member of SCCF's Weeds and quiring more green space each year. That programs must remain well supported; our Unnatural beach renourishment on Seeds program, I have witnessed habitat policy results in preserving our island's close public-private partnership must the gulf side of Blind Pass may be gratify- restoration firsthand. I was pleased to learn ambiance as a sanctuary, continuing to thrive. We have to remember our priori- ing to day-trippers, but that same sand is of the grants awarded to the city to eradi- provide a habitat for wildlife while de- ties at budget time, not starve them with flowing into the pass and threatens to close cate pepper, lessening the burden on the creasing the number of new permissible false economy. the tributaries that give hundreds of our Sanibel taxpayer. I believe in native plant structures on our island as we approach On another front, we must fight a . own residents water access to the ocean. landscaping and vegetation buffers, not to build-out. tendency to be insular. What happens up- Those homeowners paid for ocean access, hide the buildings behind them, but to en- Sanibel has always had a plan. It is stream on the mainland determines our but City actions may cause their property hance their appearance. I think business . embodied in our Vision Statement and the water quality. Decisions in Washington, to become landlocked. When did City Hall owners who pay for them do us all good. Sanibel Plan, both of which have received Tallahassee and Lee County impact our decide charity does not begin at home? Two big challenges are day visitors State, Federal and, indeed, worldwide rec- island refuge. We must venture off-island Government's role should be to pro- and more than 6,000 workers everyday. We ognition. City Council and staff have had to defend our interests. vide incentives and education to steer citi- must find ways to educate them to under- the foresight to implement policies that set For years, islanders have supported zens and businesses to act responsibly and stand and follow our regulations and to aside a part of the budget to acquire choice SCCF's conservation land acquisition pro- in the public interest on environmental is- : enforce the rules we have concerning live parcels of property that are environmen- gram -—over 1,100 acres to date — and sues. Instead, City Hall appears to favor shelling, fishing, turtle nesting, alligator tally sensitive. the City's successful willing seller/fair ordinances that punish and coerce property feeding. I will propose a Resident Envi- We've entered an era that finds us market value program for hundreds of owners who, perhaps unknowingly, may ronmental Corps which could voluntarily already in possession of most available acres. We should continue in the spirit of be in violation of new vegetation laws. teach at resorts, businesses and neighbor- environmentally sensitive land. However, investment, investment with clear expec- Finally, there is also the political hood associations so that everyone is en- I believe we must begin to purchase prop- tation of handsome returns for generations environment. We need people on City vironmentally responsible. erty that is contiguous to the aforemen- to come. Council who reflect the balance and diver- We are on the right track on the is- tioned, as well as large parcels that will Now we must take a new step. Over sity of Sanibel's citizens and their beliefs. land. The real challenge lies off-island to serve an aesthetic and habitat purpose. the past decade, the City has acquired a Choose only that candidate or those can- improve water quality in the run-off from Sanibel is a small island. There's not "checkerboard" of small, wetlands lots in didates who will offer the greatest balance Lake Okeechobee and the Caloosahatchee much property left, esjjecially large tracts. Tarpon Bay and Sanibel Gardens subdivi- and diversity on City Council. The big and in the development along the "Lee Is- We must act with vigilance, within bud- sions with plans to return them to func- question is whether you want more of the land Coast." We must be certain that we get limitations, to acquire them. tioning wetlands. The final acquisitions same or something better. have the best information possible before may require eminent domain proceedings. Space restrictions prevent futher dis- we make any changes in the Causeway. We This should not dissuade us from our goal. cussion here. Call me at 472-0805, and I'll need to participate aggressively in county come to your next group or organization and statewide efforts to protect ourselves meeting to discuss these and other issues. and our neighbors. ISLANDER 'Friday, September 18, 1998 • ISA Commentary UTTERS Around Our Town PLANT Scott MARTELL Islander Editor Cooler weather means traffic sure to follow... his week actually started off .... dare I say cold? Nuts, but kind of true — drizzling, overcast, clean air with a gentle bite. Of course it must be an Taberration and summer weather can't be over, though with El Nino one never knows. So, when the weather starts to change, what is the first thing one thinks of on Sanibel? How about traffic? Gridlock? Everyone talks about it, but I still don't see any tangible work being done about it. I don't think spending millions of dollars for property along Periwinkle Way is an answer. Spending money on the bike path is a partial answer, as are using traffic cops at intersections. But, here's what I'd really like to see — seasonal public (trolley) transportation. I'd like to see a parking lot near the causeway offering free transportation — no parking hassles on island, ride to beach and shopping. Another small lot could be on Cause- way Road to entice more riders. Ridership would be encouraged by aggressive advertising, plus negotiating with Lee County to raise the toll for single trips. Merchants might pitch in with all kinds of free promotions for trolley riders (1/2 dinners/pitchers, etc.). The public transportation could be funded by the causeway increase (or the money we get already), by Tourist Development Council and other grants, by trolley advertising. The chamber ought to pitch in, and so should taxpayers. you CHOOSE...sewEK OR PARK? What do you think? Guest cartoon/Ray Grizzel Shell Shocked i Call for open Chamber I think it is time to clear the air. There are so many untruths being toJd and Art STEVENS meeting so many misleading statements being To the Editor: made. It is impossible for the Chamber Anyone who has opened an island membership to really understand the is- newspaper in the last month is aware that sues and concerns that have created the TV headlines our Chamber of Commerce is currently the division in our Chamber. LET'S COR- Have you noticed the.sensational promos for TV news and talk shows on the Fort center of great interest and controversy. RECT THIS. Fencourage all of the can- Chamber members are being asked to vote Myers stations lately? didates running for the Board, the Cham- for a Board of Directors to represent the ber Director, and the members of S.I.GC, "Tonight at 10 on Ear Witness News: A look at the sex lives of widowed parrots." businesses of Sanibel and Captiva. They or "Battered chickens bare their souls, today on Oprah." to schedule an OPEN MEETING OF THE are being inundated with material from ENTIRE MEMBERSHIP where the or "Can sex after age one hundred be satisfying? Meet three people who have both sides of the conflict. Although I am lived to talk about it, on the 6 O'Clock News." members can post questions and get an- sure the papers are loving all the additional swers. This will insure that the members WINFREY: We need something that's different. advertising dollars, and the post office is Boys and girls, we need ratings, ratings, ratings. Geraldo are fully informed on all of the issues be- pleased with the additional revenue both fore they cast their votes for a Board of is breathing down our necks and Sally Jesse Raphael is sides are generating through massive mail- Directors. ' nipping at our heels. What have we got? ings, I for one, am tired of seeing it every Get all the facts on the table in one PRODUCER: We've got six Polish dentists who time I open a paper or go the mail box! will drill for us right on our stage. (Continued, page 14A) WINFREY: Let's stay away from ethnic stuff. We got clobbered by the Japan Society when we had the Japanese national basketball team dunk basketballs from a bar stool. WRITER: Here's an idea. Since Oprah Winfrey has never been known to duck controversy, how about a panel of obscene phone callers who went on to marry their victims? I've got a file on a Seattle chiropractor Financing Arranged For • Primary • Second Home • Investors who married an 85-year-old woman just after he con- • First & Second Mortgages, Jumbos fessed his identity during a weak moment. • FNMA 60 MINUTE APPROVALS WINFREY: Yeah, that might do it. But to make that segment even more dra- • Construction/Permanent, Lot Loans matic, get an opposing point of view. That's what an audience thrives on. Get me an expert who will take the position that most obscene phone callers who marry their • Zero Points & Multiple Buydowns Available victims becomes chronic stutterers. • Poor Credit, Prior Bankruptcy PRODUCER: Great idea, Oprah. And let's add ex-communicated priests who Programs are Subject to Change become chiropractors and we round out a really neat panel. Watch those ratings climb. WINFREY: What about the idea we had last week to fill an entire studio audi- CAC MORTGAGE INC. ence with derelicts to demonstrate that our show is also providing temporary shelters to Licensed Mortgage Brokerage Business the needy? • WRITER: We couldn't get a welfare-hotel permit. Charles A. Chegut • John Friedlund • Amy McCluskey WINFREY: Well, look into bringing in two hundred amnesia victims. Let's see if Licensed Mortgage Brokers any of them remember who I am. - (Continued, page 14A) 941/472-3110 695 Tarpon Bay Road Ste. 11 FAX 941/472-8159 NO APPLICATION FEE Sanibel, Fl 33957 4A - Friday/September 18, 1998V ISLANDER COMMENTARY Right's core of voters who always partici- Letters, from 11A books was a welcome sight to this loyal devoted to him. fan of his book series. And, I offer more I look forward to meeting you when pate gave Bill Gross his win in 1994, with vening. Let both sides present their cases, fewer than 7% of the electorate voting for "hen let the members decide what they good news, Fraser has several other books my wife and I visit Sanibel again next Janu- out, all as delightful as the Flashman tales. ary. him. /ant from their Chamber and who will best It is to be noted the voting date, Oct. epresent the interests of all island busi- My favorite is Quartered Safe Out P.S. I have forwarded your com- Here, Fraser's memory of the last year of ments to Mr. Fraser in the U.K., his home 1, is a Thursday, rather than the more tra- lesses. Stop the media bickering and GET ditional day of Tuesday. 'O THE FACTS so we can get back to WWII in Burma where he was a teenaged now, and will send along any response. rifleman in a British line company. Best J. David Truby, Jack Thomas, >usiness. Sanibel Rhonda Henning, such book I ever read. Mr. America is an- Shelocta, Pa. Sanibel other of this delightful author's treasures. COTI supports Pockrus Happiest for me is that I have corre- rhanks for Flashman sponded with Mr. Fraser and he is as de- in Oct. 1 primary Stevens, from 13A review lightful and humorous for real as he is in To the Editor: print. The Committee of the Islands Board PRODUCER: We still need some (The following letter was written to bold strokes. Geraldo is staging a public Steve Beck, the Islander's book reviewer.) Your final comment about laughing of Directors has reiterated their support of so hard is universally true, as I learn the Lisa Pockrus in the upcoming Republican tongue lashing of Andre Agassi by Billy Dear Mr. Beck: Jean King next week. We need something Your accurate commentary about same thing from the others of us who en- runoff on Thursday, Oct. 1, for the one re- jeorge MacDonald Fraser's Flashman joy Fraser. Some of his fans have websites maining seat on the Lee County School big. Board, District 5. WINFREY: I've got it. Let's take Pockrus is a Republican moderate, President Clinton's current problems one opposed by School Board member Bill step further. Let's probe the subject of ex- Gross, who voted for the original Bible tra-marital affairs of former presidents. -course to be taught as historical fact. This PRODUCER: What about this? Call 472-2125- course was declared unconstitutional, with How about a panel of former first ladies the school district's insurance company talking about their affairs while in the We're Here, When You Need Us forced to pay $95,000 in court costs. White House? Pockrus is a public school parent, past PTA WRITER: Do you think Nancy, COMPLETE AUTOMOTIVE REPAIRS president, and Volunteer of the Year at Rosalynn and Betty will own up to any Tanglewood Riverside School. affairs? COTI had endorsed Katherine Boren PRODUCER: Why not? It'll be a and Terri Wampler who both won seats on way of baring their souls. If male presi- the School Board in the Sept. 1 primary dents can have mistresses, why can't first against single opponents. Pockrus, also ladies have lovers? endorsed by COTI, was the highest vote WRITER: It may not play in Peoria getter in her primary race with two oppo- or Sanibel. • nents. WINFREY; You might be right. The The Oct. 1 runoff race is crucial for country may not be ready for an episode moderates because historically the number of first-lady forays. But we're on the right • of voters who come to the polls for the run- track. What about former Secretaries of off diminish markedly. The Religious State with teddy bear fixations? PANORAMIC GULF VIEWS - $1,150,000 7DAYSAWfcEK Deli 6:30-10:30 pm 472-6988 Liquor Store 9am-10pm 472-3333

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Sept. 19 is the day to get out for three hours in the morning with friends, with trash bags, Coastal Clean-up, look GREENO with data cards and clean up our shorelines. And once again, Keep Lee County Beautiful is team- for the "Dirty Dozen" ing up with Lee County Schools Environmental Ed De- partment to provide the opportunity for kids from four The following species of debris have elementary schools to help — Suncoast, Franklin Park, the infamous honor of being the 12 most Sunshine and Cape Elementary are all participating. abundant items found on the world's West Wind Inn is helping, Wildside Adventures is beaches during Coastal Clean Ups: The Great ground zero on Captiva, Brita is providing water filters for participating families, BFI, the City of Sanibel — all kinds of people are pitching in. 1. Cigarette butts 8. Metal beverage Grant — Kristie Anders, who is coordinating the event, said that this past Monday she'd gotten a call from a vaca- 2. Plastic pieces cans tioner who was calling ahead to make sure she and her 3. Foam plastic 9. Glass beverage family would be here on the right weekend. "She's been pieces bottles Jupiter involved in the Clean Ups since 1993 and certainly didn't want to miss this one. Last year, three visitors whose 4. Plastic food 10. Plastic straws ow many of us look skyward husbands were in conference meetings all day came to bags/wrappers 11. Foam cups at night and dream about what lend a hand and, a couple of years ago, AmeriCorps work- 5. Paper pieces 12. Plastic bever- Hit would be like to travel distant ers from the east coast came over to participate. planets, slide thorugh a black hole, or feel the Three hours of your time is all it takes. And you get 6. Glass pieces agebottles heat of a staT being born? Tonight, as you gaze fed when you check back in. Volunteers are asked to meet 7. Plastic caps/ upwaid and indulge an. your imaginary trip at the Sanibel-Captiva Nature Cent§|g||ij|§Jifnibel or. lids through outer space, take some time to look in McCarthy's Marina/Wiidside Adventures on Captiva at the eastern sky. At 9 p.m., the planet Jupiter, a 8:30 a.m. for supplies and assignments. Call 472-2329 for additional information. glowing object noticeably brighter and larger than the stars around it, comes into good viewing position. Well known for its red spot and enormous Join in Ding's birthday size, Jupiter was the first planet studied by Galileo through a telescope. The red spot is actually a never-ending wind storm, the largest celebration on Oct. 1 7-18 known to exist on any planet. Be glad that it is This year, National Wildlife Refuge Week in Oc- p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 17, and 9 to noon on Sunday, only our imagination that takes us into this storm tober will culminate in the two-day "Ding" Darling the 18th, with Jerry's Supermarket and Coca Cola pro- because it is approximately four times larger Birthday & Federal Duck Stamp Celebration. One of viding refreshments on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. than Earth itself, and I am sure it is more pow- the highlights of the annual event is the appearance by Numerous conservation organizations will have free ex- erful than even the worst Florida hurricane! The the current Federal Duck Stamp artist to talk about his hibits; the Caloosa Carvers will be displaying their planet itself is over 300 times the mass of our work and sign stamps and posters. work; and, on Saturday, Lyn Fenimore's Wildlife En- planet, and a whopping two and a half times The 1998-99 artist is Robert Steiner, possibly the counter will feature some of Florida's native wildlife the mass of all the other planets combined. world's foremost duck stamp artist. He has designed a — birds of prey, reptiles and small mammals. There A pair of binoculars or a small telescope total of 46 duck stamps, more than any other artist. And, will be free admission to Wildlife Drive for the two in addition to bringing home the prize in the 1998 Fed- days and free narrated tram tours on a first come/first will afford you a view of Jupiter's moons, of eral competition, he has won three First-of-State and served basis. which there are 16 total, but only the four larg- 42 other state duck stamp art competitions and.com- est — Io, Callisto, Europa and Ganymede, are In addition to Steiner's, there will be presenta- missions. tions by "Ding" Darling's grandson, Kip Koss, News- visible to us. As you view Jupiter, you may see This year's contest represented the 17th time Press political cartoonist Doug MacGregor, and the fewer than four moons or the shadow of a moon Steiner had entered the Federal Competition, and an- chief of the Duck Stamp Office, Robert Lesino. The on the planet itself. This is due to the orbit of other version of the work that won for him had been winners of the "Ding" Darling Wildlife Society's Ama- the moons around Jupiter and the position that submitted three years ago and placed third. The 1998- teur Photography Contest will be announced and their they are in at the time you are viewing. By 99 Federal Duck Stamp — the 65th annual, stamp — is works will be on exhibit, and the Society's plans for spending a few nights viewing Jupiter, you will a depiction of a Barrow's goldeneye, the first time this the new Education Center, under construction next to notice the rotation of the planet and its features particular duck has been featured on the stamp. Gold- the present Visitor's Center, will be on display. Because as well. eneyes are almost exclusively cold-weather birds and of the construction, parking for the Celebration will be are seldom found south of New England and San Fran- If you would like more detailed informa- at Sanibel Elementary School, just a few steps up San- cisco; they are found year-round in Iceland. Cap Road from the entrance to the refuge. tion about the night sky, visit the Calusa Nature This year's celebration is underwritten by North- For additional information, call the refuge at 472- Center and Planetarium at 3450 Ortiz Ave. in ern Trust Bank. The free "party" runs from 9 a.m. to 2 1100 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. Fort Myers, or call 275-3435. ISLANDER • Friday, September 1.8, 1998 • f 7A O UtDO ORS Sanibel fights fire with fire

By JORGE L COPPEN native woody vegetation which has invaded the marsh in the absence of wild- Special to the Islander fire; 3) to improve and stimulate the Part II growth and vigor of fire-adapted native There are many factors that must be cordgrass, sawgrass and other marsh carefully considered in a prescribed burn plants and grasses which have been dis- program. These include the social, eco- placed by woody plant invasion of marsh nomic, legal and ecological effects a burn area; 4) to reduce midstory and overstory may have in a given area. It is important vegetative cover on ridges to promote the to consider that the negative effects of growth and vigor of more early-succes- wildfire to the environment (eg. loss of tim- sional vegetation; and 5) to kill exotic ber and damage to local ecosystems, air plants, including Brazilian pepper, quality, wildlife and watersheds) are as melaleuca and Australian pine which have many as the positive effects of prescribed invaded the marsh and upland areas and fire. displaced native vegetation. Unfortunately, prescribed fires gen- The natural areas are burned every erate smoke and ash into the surrounding few years, on a rotational schedule, to air just as wildfires do. These emissions mimic what was once Florida's natural fire can temporarily affect the local environ- ecology, an ecological phenomenon to ment. In addition to temporarily reducing which our diverse native plant communi- air quality, prescribed burning can also ties have been adapted to for thousands decrease visibility. This is a primary con- of years. cern with respect to road rights-of-way. Without prescribed burn manage- There are proven methods of avoid- ment we could not maintain our diverse ing the above problems, if the person re- scribed burn. nal, changes in vegetation and develop- native habitats in Florida ... or protect our sponsible for the fire follows certain guide- Fires ... even on Sanibel? As recent ments, eliminated extensive wildfires on families and homes from the imminent lines. The most important tool of all pre- human development altered Sanibel ?s en- Sanibel. threat of wildfire. Fight fire with fire? You scribed burners is not their torch, or the vironment, the natural periodic fires that Prescribed burning was initiated on bet. tractors used to create the fire breaks, but were lightning- or anthropogenic-caused the J.N. "Ding" National Wildlife Refuge, rather forecasted weather information. For (Galusa Indian) in origin, declined in fre- Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation (Jorge Coppen is a wildlife biologist example, knowing wind direction and quency. Suppression activities by the lo- preserves and City of Sanibel natural ar- with the J.N. "Ding" Darling National speed can help the manager alleviate these cal Fire Control District, combined with eas for several reasons: 1) to reduce haz- Wildlife Refuge.) inconveniences when initiating a pre- the many fire breaks created by roads, ca- ardous accumulations of fuels; 2) to kill

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tunnels. Rangers on Cayo.Costa diligently tinue and we find that the end "T" section W "*• patrol the isolated beaches by mid-morn- looks down on beach! It's a great, producing and, hopefully, find undisturbed nests tive fishing spot for shore-bound anglers. and cover them with mesh wire to keep A couple of years ago, saltwater cat- out the predators. fish were inflicted with a disease of some Destructive crabs Wire doesn't stop the ghost crab. sort and thousands died in gulf coastal They don't get them all, but combined with waters from Tampa Bay on down to our area of Southwest Florida. So many hen those who study sea raccoons and ants, the odds of a sea turtle coons and crabs. Some beaches around the making it is not great. washed to shore on the causeway that vul- turtles talk about the high state even have fire ants which invade tures came in from everywhere and lined odds against a hatchling Nesting season is pretty much over W freshly deposited loggerhead turtle nests. and from reports, it was a pretty good year, the beaches as they ate the remains. surviving to the first day, the destructive- The female lumbers up the beach at Well, I had someone remark recently ness of the ghost crab always enters the thanks to the low number of storms. night, digs a hole with her rear flippers and The sand crab as many shellers call that the only thing they had caught all day conversation. drops the eggs into the shallow depository. were catfish, so I expect the population is Never seen a ghost crab? If you walk it, will be less noticeable as the months turn The adult turtle can weigh 100-200 pounds, cooler. In the winter, it's not unusual to see starting to rebuild. the beaches enough, occasionally one will and there could be up to 100 eggs. Then The saltwater "hardhead" catfish is be hiding in a small pile of beach debris or one sunning, trying to warm up, but most she closes up the nest and returns to the are burrowed in, relegated back to search- not edible and is dangerous to handle be- partially buried in sand. It can startle a water. cause of the two sharp barbs on either side beach walker—the sand colored crab will ing the beach at night for food, until the If all went well, the eggs should next turtle season. of the head and the one on the top of the display two large pincher claws just for hatch in a couple of months, thehatchlings head. We went for a short time without show. It is timid and quick to flee. turn to the water as they break out of the Fishing News the invasion of these bait stealing fish, but The trouble is, the ghost crab eats shells at night and it's a happy ever after The new Sanibel fishing pier is com- it looks like nature is returning the unpopu- turtle eggs — lots of them, and there's not story. ing along quite well and since it's made lar catfish to us. Be careful as you handle much that can be done about it. However, raccoons patrol the out of concrete pilings, it just might be the these fish and remove the hook, or just cut I don't know how many turtle nests beaches in.the dark, taking the eggs nearly last time is will have to be renovated for the leader and let it go. The hook will soon I've observed this summer on Cayo Costa as they are dropped, or soon after the fe- years. rust out Good fishing and sheJiing this Island but, with just about all of them, even male sea turtle closes the nest. The ghost The old piers were wood pilings and week. the fenced in nests, there is always the tell- crab, also nocturnal in nature, soon finds stood up to their share of people traffic and (Have a question or comment? You tale hole of the burrowing sand crab. the nest and makes a fist-sized tunnel right storms, but in a few weeks the new pier can reach Capt. Mike Fuery at 472-1015 Volunteers who patrol the beaches on into the egg chamber. will be open. I fished it just the other day or by e-mail at [email protected]). all the islands will tell you that two things Sometimes there are several crab and even noticed that new sand is washing cause much of the nest destruction—rac- in under it. Sure hope that doesn't con-

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Christmas is coming! Now hiring Help wanted Useppa Island Club PERSONAL MONEY TO LOAN BABYSITTING counter help & delivery drivers. Full-Tirne Desk Clerk hiring experienced servers. Must Please call 395-1220 position available. be hard working, friendly and a SERVICE Expsrienced child-care provider. 3PM-11PM, team player. Hourly pay, plus tips Looking for a child-to-care-for in ComputerUsers Needed. Work own benefits, health Insurance, AAA+ DENTAL PLAN- HOME LOANS and benefits. Call. Liz 283-4443 EQUITY IS OUR my home with my child. FT/PT hrs. $20K - $75K yr. 1-800- paid tolls, paid vacation. Discounts Up To 80% off! Includes day or night. Longtime Sanibel 348-7186 x304 www.amp-inc. Call Daryl Line Cook Servers & Host / Hostess Vision . And Prescription, ONLY CONCERN resident with excellent refer- com wanted. Flexible hours. The POOR CREDIT OK, Weds.-Sat.7 AM-3 PM $9.00/tno. For Single Person, ences. Call (941) 472-4669 Driver with CDL needed for building to make appointment Canoe & Kayak at Tween Waters $15.00/mo. For Family. All ages, NO INCOME VERIFICATION Captiva. Call between 9-11 only APPLICATION BY PHONE Experienced child-care provider material company. Heavy lifting. forinterview. No Waiting. Call For Free- looking fora child to care forin my Apply in person. Cape Cement & 472-1541 472-5161X337 Brochure. 1-941-437-9661 CUSTOM FINANCE LIC. MTG. BRK. BUS. home with my child. FT/PT day or Supply, 1023 SE 12th Avenue, Pizza Cook! Pizza Cook! Needed ALONE? Fla's Most RESPECTED night. Longtime Sanibel resident Cape Industrial Park. Immediately, also counter help, Dating Bureau since 1977! All waitresses, drivers at both loca- (941)772-2700 EXT #2 with excellent references. Call Help wanted Front Desk Evenings PART TIME ages Including Seniors. Brining (941)472-4669' FT/PT. Call Shane or Beth tions, on and off island. Call People Together 472-5161 HELP WANTED 466-6111 ; 1-800-922-4477 24 hrs. Free Cash Grants! College. Schol- Sanctuary Golf Course Is now hiring arships. Business. Medical bills. Models wanted between 7-23 to P/T Sales Clerk model casual and formal wear in Waitstaff P/T - F/T Snackery DENTAL-PLAN Never Repay. Toll Free Needed. Counter Help, Pastry Chef, Visions prescription card. Huge dis- 1-800-218-9000 Ext. 6- 4363 GENERAL • National's 1998 Tampa Pageant No night or Sunday Work. competitions. No past exp. nec- Apply Sanibel Goodwill Store Linecooks. Great Pay, Tolls paid. counts. 80% Off. ?9.00/mo. for Homeowner need cash? Credit Call Mary or Andrew. 472-6445. single person, $15.00/mo. for HELP WANTED essary/ training provided. Call 10-4PM problems incl. bankruptcy, repo's anytime 1-800-564-7390 for Pelican Place, Servers needed, apply in person at whole family. All ages, no waiting, o.k. with equity. Call Mr. Wood Call fora free brochure (free num- more info. 2440 Palm Ridge Rd. The Sanibel Cafe, Tahitian Gar- 656-0859 dens, Sanibel - Between 2PM- ber) 1-B88-3O0-7101 or Naples PROPERTY Mystery Shoppers needed for E.O.E. 941-353-8870. Homeowners 1,2,3 payments Lee/Charlotte County Area Busi- Drug Free Workplace. 5PM behind? We can help! Call Mr. GROUNDSKEEPER nesses. Get paid to shop] Plus, Danny Smith's Rescreen/Repair. Wood 656-0859 CWS Communities has Photographer, Lee County, p/t, The Bubble Room seeking experi- Screens in need of repair? From get free meals, merchandise and Mon.-Fri. Take Photos & Ads For enced Hostess & Dessert an immediate opening for morel To receive Free Details, Trader Magazines. Reliable 1 panel to whole cage. "No job a Prop. Groundskeeper Counter person. Please apply too small or too large!!" Free esti- send #10 SASE to: S&J Market- Transportation, Valid DL And before 11 AM or between 3-4PM. FINANCIAL in the N. Fort Myers Ing, Florida Shoppers Division, Insurance. Trader Publishing Co. mates. Licensed/ Insured. area. Candidate is Fun place to work, 15001 Capti- 567-3030 10151 University, Orlando, FL 561-2040, EOE. Drug-Free va Drive, Captiva. 472-5558 SERVICES responsible for maintaining 32817 , Workplace Hypnosls^does It work? Yesl The community and residential real question is, "Do you want it "MoneyProblems?" "InA Bind?" trees, shrubs, lawns, and Shirl pressers needed /or busy dry H eceptionist P/T hours, flexible. Call to work for you?" Hypnosis for I wilt take over payments on flowerbeds. Candidate cleaners. Apply ator call Wiltshire 472-4247, ask for Doris Change—the possibilities are assumable mortgages for mobile will also assist in mowing, Cleaners, 2017 Monroe Street, infinite. Free Consultations. (941) homes, houses, lots, multi-faml- planting, weeding, watering, Fort Myers, ask for Ray CALL 472- 939-4600 lies-all areas. Paying up to $500. trimming, and edging as 334-1353. PROFESSIONAL (Butch) 941-694-4011 needed. We offer great Skills and trades mechanic helper. HELP WANTED 2656 TO LOST & FOUND Bill problems? 1-800-408-0044 ex. benefits and growth Landscape equipment. Experi- 1005 9am-9pm7 days. Debtcbn- potential. Please call ence preferred. Will train. Great Hairstylist and Nail tech needed full Lost - Boxer, male brindle, 4 years solidation loans/programs avail- 941-731-1011. EOE. benefit package. Useppa Island time for very busy salon and day PLAGE AN old. Last seen Sunday 9/13 able. Bad credit OK. No advance Club 283-6078 spa on Sanibel. Must be experi- Dunes area. Call 395-2214. His fees! Free consultation. Non- * ACRYLICS* enced and professional. Clientele AD IN THIS name Is "Bug" profit. Lower Monthly Payments. not necessary. Confidential inter- AmeriDebt ' $10.-$12. hour. OFFICE/CLERICAL views. Call Pam 454-7694 SPACE Labor and independent ANNOUNCEMENTS Free Cash Grants! , Contractors. HELP WANTED College. Scholarships. Business. RESTAURANT DESKTOP PUBLISHING Medical bills. Never Repay. Toll Local Work. Clerical assistant to accounting Your .Manuscript is handled Free 1-800-218-90OO Ext. Q- 1-888-971-9778 dept. Genera! office duties, com- HELP WANTED SALES 5943 puter experience and general WithTLC ATTENTION accounting knowledge preferred. Dishwashers needed for Collier Inn •Brochures* Need cash? Money troubles, self Please call 472-6445 for appoint- on Useppa Island. Great pay and HELP WANTED employed? Homeowners with WANTED: • Letters • 19 Serious people to lose ment. benefits. Call 283-1061 ask for good or bad credit call Mr. Wood Chef Scott. • Reports • 656-0859 10-100 Lbsl Burns body fat without exercise. Full-time reservation!st/desk help •Manuscripts set in needed at The Castaways, Sani- Servers, bartenders needed for. AFLAC Instant Energy! newest concept on The Island. finished book form • Revolutionary breakthrough. bel Island, Call forinterview. Drug free work place (941)472-1252 Call anytime 472-6882 $108,582 Per Year! • Light Editing • BUSINESS All-Natural. 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Local lender can refi- Donax). Baby furniture, bike, bur- beautiful $2199. 549-8100 days, nance it into a regular mortgage ley, toys, misc. furniture, stereo, 540-1103 eves. SUPPLY with no down payment and clos- electronics, desks, spa, lamps, SANCTUARY - BEST BUY SKILLS & TRADES ing costs included in loan. Good rugs, all sorts of stuff! Outstanding Lot - Panoramic or bad credit. Must have had for UTILITY TRAIL- View of Lake looking Down 12 months. Call Mr. Wood Sanibel - Saturday Sept 19. 1208 HELP WANTED Cameras Wanted-We are look- Bay Drive, (off Bailey Rd.) 10am- Par 5 #14 Fairway - 656-0859 ERS This is an oversized Lot - Carpenter team leader, carpenters 4pm. Don't miss this one! Lots of ment Do you have an owner finance good stuff. Green "95" Cherokee Trailer 6' X Ideal for privacy. and helpers. Long term employ Bu'. home? Need cash. Credit prob- Exceptional value at $225,000. and benefits available. Fax Sanibel Moving Sale, Saturday, 16' X 6'5" Enclosed w/Brakes Shop! inFocus Photography lems o.k. Call Mr. Wood Empty 2600 GVWA 7000 Lbs. Net to Seller. resume 283-6079 or call & Camera Store, 12155 Metro 656-0859 Sept. 19th, 9AM-3PM, 2074 Wild For details call 283-6078 Lime Drive, Sanibel. ; $3500 O.B.O.... Call after 5:00 Pkwy, Suite 1, FM 768-0103 For Sale - New dining table with 6 (937) 429-1050 Mon-Fri. Sanibel. Moving Sale, Saturday, PM Leave Message Driver wanted: tractor - Trailer, chairs, Beanie Babies, collectible 941-637-8058 3 AM - 5 PM ,,-"OTR, Class A CDL required. 1 mini tea sets. 283-9762 Sept. 26, 8AM-noon. 513 Rabbit year experience. Don or Evelyn Rd. (off San-Cap Rd.) Antiques, PLANTS & TREES linens, Airdyne exercise bike, 549-3867 or 800/549-3867 WEST GULF DRIVE Palms & Trees T.V., VCR, rocker, printer, yard tools, decorator items, dishes. POWER BOATS EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Queens 8'...$15. 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Call Boston Whaler 15 ft 1997 has a survey, drainage plan, include computer based data "Dauntless" 70 HP Johnson, city water, SEWER, HOME FURNISH- Bill Brady at Roger Dean Chevro- 30% coverage, and is on and management information DO YOU THINK THESE let 574-3326. new condition trailer. Best offer, must sell. the bike path. systems; or equivalent com- ING Dodge Intrepid 1994,4dr, 81 k miles, bination of training and exp. ARE Owner financing. 3 piece entertainment unit, washed- cold air, new brakes, new tires, all Sea-Ray 1991 19 Ft. Bowrider, $159,000. power, very good condition in and ADA SHISSLER, GR1 SERVICE WORKER $19,057 - oak, 78"H X 86"W, 3 lighted dis- 260 hp,.5.7 liter, fresh wafer, play sections, lots of storage, out, drives great $6900 obo trailer, immaculate. VIP REALTY GROUP, INC. $26,927 ••SHARP- 574-7603 Public Works Department excellent condition, 3 piece sec- Best offer, must sell. 1-800-553-7338X254 HSD, GED or other Certificate o: tional. iri"cl:-Queen size bed, blue, Eagle Premier, 4dr, cold ac, 31k 731-6000, 945-6764 941-472-5187X254 peach plaid. 472-4444 '?•??? ??? miles, ps, pb, pw, pi, pt, cruise, Competency supplemented (VE CAN ADDTHEMTO YOUR AC by one (1) yer exp. In semi- inside is like new, white exterior, Brass bed Queen size. Complete FOR ONLY $5.25 PER PAPER very good condition. $3500 obo . skilled labor in utilities or with orthopedic mattress set. road construction and repair; 574-7603 Never used. Stlfl boxed. Cost Spa's Spa's Spa's- SAIL BOATS or equivalent combination of $1,000. Must sell $250. cash.. Impala Super Sport 1996, only Buy Direct from Areas Only Local 7,000 miles, black with gray 19' Montego 7.5hp., Johnson Sail- training and exp. Requires 941-274-5009 Factory. Save Hundreds. 5 per- valid class "D" FL Drivers leather interior; sharp! loaded! master, sleeps 4, all running and son portable- lounger, neck & standing rigging and much more. License and ability to obtain COMPLETE Waterbed therapyjets. Can deliver. $1,595. Call Dick Collyer Roger Dean class "B" FL Commercial Dri' Chevrolet 574-3326. Plenty of storage. Looks and sails Queen- Dark wood, 941-739-8774 great! Includes trailer. $2600 obo vers License within thirty (30; mirrored headboard w/shelves. days of hiring. SEIZED CARS 267-4845 Full wave mattress, w/cover. 30ff.Hunter1979,Yanmar,T-cQck- US€ OUR Cushioned side rails. FROM $175 pit, autohelm, hood furling, fresh DEADLINE TO APPLY: Good Condition. MUSICAL CLflSSIFICDS TO 10/02/98 Porsche's Cadillac's, Chevy's, bottom 4-98, good condition, "Can be seen set up. BMW's, Corvette's. Also CITY OF SANIBEL EMPLOY- $150 OBO. INSTRUMENTS used regularly, call for details, FIND OUT WH€R€ MENT APPLICATIONS Jeep's, 4WD's. Your Area, Toll $19,000.463-7245 Full Size Headboard Elegant Wurlitzer baby grand piano Free 1-800-218-9000 Ext. A- REQUIRED BY 5:00 PM OR & Footboard, POSTMARKED BY MIDNIGH' with disc player, black laquer, 5943 for current listings. SHC'SATi Black Wrought Iron. brand new. $15,000. firm, this PERSONAL OF THE DEADLINE $20 OBO. Seized Cars from $175. Porsche's, EOE piano will entertain you. Cadillac's, Chevy's, BMW's, CRU 472-0646 Exerciser- 573-1133 WATERCRAFT DRUGFREE WORKPLACE All-in-One Corvette's. Also Jeep's, 4WD's, SANIBEL TOLLS PAID Stepper, lift, leg lift. Your Area. Toll Free Tigershark 900 Jet Ski, 1996, 5 yr. FL STATUTES CHAPTER 119 Comes with weight bands. 1-800-218-9000 Ext, A-4363 for WATERFRONT rnMPl IANCE extended warranty, with trailer 4 $100 OBO. current listings. cover. 50 hrs. $4500.540-4068 540-7406 PETS & SUPPLIES PROPERTY MACHINE RECONDITIONING SPORTS & SHOP Candelabra 5-Lite metal Vertigri, DOLLHOUSE Full-time employment available indoor or patio, 28" high, lovely ** IMPORTS BOAT PARTS & an the water. 2/bdrm, 1/ba nechanlcal/electrlcal knowledgt decor piece. $35.278-3871 NOTICE: Florida Statute 828.29 w/garage, seawall, dock anc helpful. states that all dogs & cats DISTRESS SALE Mazda 626, SUPPLIES davit. Was $94,900 NOW B\ Please fax resume or Carpet dealer w/many rolls of 1st offered for sale in Florida must quality goods. Will install 3-rooms 1996.4 door, white, low mileage. Alternators, Starters, Generators OWNER $88,500. Morse letter of Introduction be at least 8 weeks old, have an Excellent shape, Call 772-2213 Shores. 694-6133 to 275-5832 up to 360sq, ft., including pad for official health certificate or 283-3772 forCars, Trucks, Boats. Rebuilt -. $399. Great selection. Also signed by a veterinarian, have Remanufactured - Repaired - Or ceramic tile & wood - Call for spe- proper shots and be free from Datsun 280ZX, 1983, Sharp look- New. All Makes & Models. South Cape Coral Gorgeous Water- Primestar Satellite TV installers cials. 418-6816 ontestinal & external parasites. ing, runs great. 25 mpg, T-tops, 542-0008. front View-River-access, needed, full time work, experi- Carpeting- neutral shades, tan & In accordance with this statute, power windows, side-views. 3br/2ba-home on 3 lots. 280'- enced prefered but will train. this publication will not know- 5-speed. Runs great,"$1,750. TROLLING MOTORS Seawall w/concrete-dock. Beau- Earning potential $400 - $800+ brown, 7'4-1/2">(25', clean, thick pile -$20. 995-2010 ingly accept any ads advertis- Call 573-0091 Sales - Service - Installation. New, tiful oversized lanai w/pool and per week. Call 1-800-968-7569 ing dogs or cats for sale that do used, factory rebuilts & trade-ins. spa, surrounded by water, Day bed white iron and brass com- Mazda Protege '94, 4 door, only Professional Painter - Interior and not meet these requirements. 32,000 miles, air, PS, cassette, Motorguide Warranty Service Appraised-$176,000. Asking- exterior of piling homes. Experi- plete with two orthopedic mat- , Center. Smith Marine Enterpris- $156,000. No Realtors! tresses and trundle, never used CFA registered Persian Kittens - $500 down cash or trade & $179 enced need only apply. Benefits championed sired. $250. and up. a month. Call Dan Yaple, Roger es, Inc. 2420-1 Concorde Drive, 334-1136/ Brenda/ 694-8187 available. Call 283-6078 '_ still boxes. Cost$1,000. Must sell $300. cash, 941-274-5009 Call 574-7505. Dean Chevrolet 574-3326.. Ft. Myers, 939-57^6 • eves 22A - Friday September. 18,1998 - Islander msdmfao CLASSIFIED

COMMERICAL FOR SALE BY SANiBEL/CAPTIVA VACATION PROP. Change of Pace WANTED TO RENT PROPERTY/SALE Beautiful vacation home HOMES & RENTALS 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths C.R.O.W. veterinarian PJ needs on OWNER COMMERCIAL MONEY Island long term housing rental as $500,000 & UP Your own private tennis soon as possible. Modest self- •*•*•*•«•*•» BEAUTIFUL CAPTIVA COMPETITIVE RATES court contained unit preferred. Please Reduced, $89,000.4-bed/3-bath or GULF SIDE 3BR/2BA PERFECT & NOT SO PERFECT & swimming pool, call PJ at 472-3644 or 395-9663 3/2 w/in-law suite, great for chil- Walking Distance to CREDIT O.K. 100 yards to Gulf of Mexico, dren, on dead-end street, view of Restaurants/Shops. CUSTOM FINANCE Sanibel Beach Club I ROOMS FOR river canal, large lot, lanai, eat-in- Bicycles, beach chairs, LIC. MTG. BRK. BUS. (Nerita) Call for times available. kitchen, over 2,400-sq.lt. Possi- Weekly rentals. Weeks 10,11 216/338-8031 RENT ble lease/option. FM Shores, Call Gina (941)772-2700 EXT #105 Apt. 7A 216/338-5281 693-0679. 800-678-1103 or CALL Stop!!! Call now if you want the Between McGregor & River. 2,800 888-395-9495 evenings MOTEL HERB SIMON, cleanest room in town w/ every- Ft. Myers Beach, Florida. 19 Unit BROKER/REALTOR thing included; TV, A/C, Linens, sq ft, 3Bdr/3Ba, 22x42 pool, + Mote! +Owners Quarters & Man- guesthouse. Privacy, 3/4 acre Office 542-1101 GOLF TENNIS & SUNSETS parking, laundry, security, full ager's Quarters w/Large Pool, Two-bedroom Penthouse Condo kitchen & bath. Near beach & corner lot. New roof. Fireplace, By Owner - Boat Dock, Beach Access 1-800-741-1101 Jenn-Aire. Valued $200,000.+. Deep water canal Residence 574-5697 at The Sanctuary, bus. 454-0692 or 281 -0303 Jim $1,975,000. CallJim McMenamy Sanibel's Finest Golf & $170,000 or trade smaller home. Piling home in private 941-489-0444 Re/Max Realty 1-800-933-1458 941-332-8580. Water Shadows on Venus Drive RE/MAX Realty Team Tennis Club - Monthly Club Group. Membership Included. APARTMENTS & S. Fort Myers- Lexington CC, Sum- 3BR/2BA,dockw/lift. Spacious Unit merset Villa 3br/2ba/1car, hard- By appointment only OFFICE SPACE Beautifully Furnished, DUPLEXES FOR wood/ tile floors, storm shutters, (941)482-1228 Large Heated Pool & Spa. custom window-treatments. RETAIL/OFFICE SPACE Monthly Or Seasonal Rental. RENT BETTER THAN NEW! Upgrades FOR RENT Call (941) 472-5205 $178,900 Must See To Appreci- TOWN CENTER For Availability Annual rental- FMB 2 BR apart- atel 437-4973 GENERAL REAL Tortuga Beach Club ment. Furnished (use of washer/ on Sanibel dryer), $800/mo, includes utilities ESTATE PRIME SPACE AT Unit 107, Week 25 & basic cable w/annual lease. No CAPE CORAL INTERSECTION OF CALL GOLF TENNIS & SUNSETS Gov't Foreclosed homes from pen- wo-bedroom Penthouse Condo petsl Close to beach. References TARPON BAY ROAD HERB SIMON, & deposit required. Available nies on $1. Delinquent Tax, AND PALM RIDGE at The Sanctuary, HOMES Repo's. REO's. Your Area. Toll BROKER/REALTOR now. 765-4413 APPROX.963SF Office 542-1101 Sanibel's Finest Golf & By Owner- SW-Cape, 3br/2ba/2car, Free 1-800-218-9000 Ext. H- Tennis Club - Monthly Club One bedroom, 2 bedroom/1 bath, 2 4363 for current listings. 1-800-741-1101 built in 1993, pool, seperate spa, CALL MARIE WELLS Residence 574-5697 Membership Included. bedroom/2 bath, 3 bedrooms & solar, fenced-yard, 60-large PRISCILLA MURPHY REALTY 1-800-933-1458 Spacious Unit efficiencies. Extremely quiet, trees, tiled-floors, many extras, (941)472-4113 RE/MAX Realty Team Beautifully Furnished, good neighborhood, close to reduced for quick sale $10,000 DUPLEXES FOR Large Heated Pool & Spa. shopping & schools. Water below appraisal $115,000 firm, Monthly Or Seasonal Rental. included. Starting at $375. * * Ask 540-2498 SALE REAL ESTATE Call (941) 472-5205 about move-in special * *8-5. M- Home loans low fixed rates, good or Positive Cash Flow. For Availability F, 275-4587 _____ bad credit. Call Mr. Wood N-Duplex 1/1 .87 Ac. $49,900 DISTANT SFM Villas. Need a 2BR/1 BA to stay 656-0859' N-Duplex2/1 $59,000. in short term while looking?? I 100 acres + newly all wooded, part- have one? Plenty of room to W-Duplex 2/1 Cape $69,900. ly completed roads, for remote HOUSE TRADE ATHREE BEDROOM Santa Fe family with Large share your things. $500+utilities. SUNSETS North Two Mobile Homes campsites, and cabins. Has 2/br AND TWO BATH SUNSETS SUNSETS 30x30 shop, Lot 140x305, Adobe Home near 503-452-4223, leave number I cabin + loft, 90% complete locat- GULF FRONT WITH PRIVATE will call shortly WATERFRONT BELLA BUILT fenced, $57,000. ed in West Va., adjacent to POOL AND SPA. Museums and skiing PANORAMA Re/Max Appalachian mountains. 14 miles AVAILABLE FOR VACATION Desires house trade for Sanibel-Very nice 2BR/1BA or 3-BEDROOMS, 2-BATHS, (Tom Lozler) from 8,000 population town, RENTAL. 1-2 weeks. Large 1BR/1BA, fireplace, 1-1/2 CAR GARAGE, POOL SPA 481-7233 $115,000 will consider financing SPECIAL SUMMER RATES. Atkinson Screened Lanais, W/D hook-up, EXPANDED FLOOR PLAN, 1-941-694-1381 . OPTION TO USE ALL (505) 982-2985 etc. $795. mo. Also available nice OVERSIZED DEEP, DEEP LOT, SOUTH SEAS PLANTATION spacious 2BR/2BA, balconies, MANUFACTURED WESTERN etc., etc. $1,275/mo. Both near 210' OF SEAWALL W/7000* NORTH CAROLINA MTNS. RESORTS FACILITIES. BOAT LIFT. CALL AFTER 3:00 P.M. EST Loggerhead Cay- Beach w/Dock privileges. (Gulf HOMES FREE BROCHURES: access). Beautifully Land- CALLALR1ZZ1 Homes - Cabins (219) 272-0889 Beachfront AA ASSOCIATES REALTY INC. Jamaica Bay West. Poor health Lots - Acreage OR 2nd Floor Unit - 2 BR/2 BA with scaped. (941) 472-4410 or (941) 940-4625 forces the immediate sale of this Waterfront Views (219) 282-2977 Sunrise and Sunset views. 339-2337, please leave mes- $750/week, (Sept., Oct.) double wide Jacobson. Loads of IN BUSINESS OVER 20 YEARS sage. . : • upgrades, fully furnished, excel- RAPER REALTY, INC. $875/week, Off Season, (May til Sept.) Sanibel. "Are you in need of afford-' lent condition. Call for appoint- P.O. BOX619Hwy64W BEAUTIFUL CAPTIVA ISLAND able housing on Sanibel?? We LEE COUNTY ment 941-540-7800 Call for Seasonal Rates. MURPHY, NC 28906 Gingerbread House 5% Discount for 3 Weeks are now.taking applications for Single-wide and Double-wide, for 1-800-438-8159 A new private home with possible upcoming 1, 2 and 3 HOMES Victorian Key West charm. or More. rent or sale, some furnished com- (732) 223-6748 bedroom vacancies. Annual GOV'T FORECLOSED pletely. 55+ community, gated, A two minute stroll from lease. For further information, homes from pennies on $1. Delin- club house and heated INTERVAL FOR a beautiful private beach please contact Community Hous- quent Tax, Repo's, REO's. Your pool,(941)694-5534 on the Gulf. ing & Resources,Inc. at Area. Toll Free (1)800-218-9000 RENT Near historic POINTE SANTO DE 472-1189." ' Ext. H-5943 for current listings. Chapel-By-The-Sea, and MOBILE HOMES SOUTH SEAS PLANTATION South Seas Plantation Resort. SANIBEL CONDOS FOFT~ CAPTIVA ISLAND Two bedrooms, two full baths; Luxurious Gulf Front FOR SALE 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH fully equipped kitchen; Penthouse Condo For Rent. RENT SLEEPS 6 washer/dryer; 2BR/2BA Pine Island- St. James City 1 br/1 ba CHECK IN 9/18 screened veranda. Screened Lanai with Spiral King's Crown - GuTTcondo, 2 BR/2 CALL 472-2656 TO mobile home, waterfront, dock, CHECK OUT 9/25 Furnished with Shaker Staircase to Private BA, screened lanai, heated pool, PLACE AN AD IN totally remodeled, furnished.side $700 antiques. Rooftop Sundeck. tennis. 2 weak minimum. and rear porch/ deck, located In (941)561-4638 Photos & references available. Gorgeous Sunrises and 781-659-7460 mobile home park, carefree living December 15th thru April 30th Sunsets. THIS SPACE 1st-$12, 000 283-9756 $1,400. per week. Beautifully Decorated POINTE SANTO: INTERVAL FOR May-$725/week. And Fully Equipped. 2 BR/2 BA Condo, INVESTMENT June through September Substantial Savings. completely furnished, SALE $650/week. Call Owner: 610-664-2371 Gulf view. PROPERTY October - $725/week. Rates contact owner, November to December 14th 812-342-8181 4-Plex 1120 NE 9th Street. Rental 5695/week. income $1700 per/mo. Fully rent- Call me to purchase No Pets. South Seas Plantation- ed. Well/ septic, 2br/1ba. Driveby or sell vacation time share SOUTH SEAS PLANTATION EQUAL HOtiSHW. property before calling. Only seri- 3 BR/3 BA Loft, porch, OPPORTUNITY weeks on Write: Henry Romersa Lands End Village, ous inquiries. No owner financ- beautifully furnished, 3 BR/3 BA EQUAL HOUSING Ing. $117,500.549-4197 Sanibel and Captiva Florida. ' (Captiva) TV, VCR, W/D. Pool, tennis. OPPORTUNITY CALL 4911 Tanglewood Drive One and two bedroom Villas Fantastic view of Page Park Triplex - Well main- Gulf and Redfish Pass, All real estate advertised in this HERB SIMON, Nashville, TN 37216 also available. newspaper is subject to the tained; newly remodeled interi- BROKER/REALTOR 615-262-9859 Weekly or Monthly Rates. ors, Fully rented. $14,400 gross. FREE GOLF AND Federal Fair Housing Act of Office 542-1101 ALL AMENITIES Save Direct. Owner, Days 1638 which makes it illegal to Asking $85,000. Leave message . 1-800-741-1101 Call between (800)678-1103 advertise any preference, lim- 463-7289 Residence 574-5697 Eves. (941) 267-9259 and 1-800-933-1458 10:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m. itation or discrimination CAPTIVA GULF FRONT 1-800-227-1783 Ask for Gina. based on race, color, religion RE/MAX Realty Team LUXURY HOME sex, handicap, familial status COMMERCIAL BEAUTIFUL PRIVATE BEACH Sunset Captiva house - 2BD/2BA & or national origin, or an inten AT YOUR DOORSTEP. SPANISH CAY tion to make such preference loft. Nicely furnished, Gulf Beach PROPERTY/RENT Long Driveway Into Lush with Bay access, tennis courts, Luxury furnished first floor limitation or discrimination. For sale or trade- week 38 or 39 in Tropical Estate grounds. One bedroom Condo with Winter Park, Colorado. 3 bed- pool. Weekly rentals. Call (314) This publication will not 5400 Sq. Ft Warehouse space off Exclusive, 872-9990 Lovely pool and knowingly accept any adver- Metro for lease. Please call rooms, low maintenance fee. Tastefully Decorated, Quiet setting tised for real estate which is 277-1881 . Would like to buy or trade for 2 3/4 Bedrooms or Den. Available now through bedroom beachfront on Sanibel. in violation of the law. Our Cape - 6 000 sq. ft. Restaurant/ Sleeps Eight. SEASONAL APR/99. (941) 463-8887 or (410) 975- Two week minimum/ readers are hereby informed Lounge. 542-8499 3-1/2 Baths. that all dwellings advertised 0384 " • • . - . . Large Heated Pool and Spa. Reasonable. Office space, any size, great for RENTALS in this newspaper are avail' Nominated for Architectural Call (815) 838-8347 able on an equal opportunity accountants, doctors, lawyers. Free port Resort & Club Awards. basis. If you feel you have Professional building,"very busy Grand Bahama Island. Terraces and pool Pavilion, Lexington Country Club- been discriminated against Hancock Bridge Pkwy location. Week 16 Unit 622. Studio. All amenities. Rentals from $3000/mo. THE ATRIUM: Exclusive Gulffront you may file a complaint by 275-4587 : Reasonable price. $4,4007week High Season Close To Beaches Luxury. 2 BR/2 BA, Den, Wrap- calling The Florida Commis- Store for rent, South Del Prado Blvd Call for more information. $2,8007week Low Season And Attractions around balcony, Fantastic Views, sion on Human Rights at strip Center. 875 sq. ft, for small (407) 865-6534 Days: 201-569-2111 Call 1-941-437-3334 Sunsetsl Call owner 1-800-342-8170 or by calling office or retail. Negotiable lease. Ask for Anne Weekends: 914-687-0360 or 1-800-390-9334 800-484-7304 PIN 8286 or (770) HUD at 1-800-669-9777. 542-0008, after 7pm 772-5641 664-7186 /• '09?f CLASSIFIED

CONDOS FOR Sanibel - Furnished CUSTOM IRON 3 BR/2 BA MOBILE HOMES BOAT SERVICE & SIDING RENT East End of Island WORKS on Canal FOR RENT REPAIR ATRIUM - GULF FRONT - 3 BR/2 $950. Monthly 'Add Elegance And Security To Your Home Of Business Today BA, DEN. RENT THROUGH Annual Lease Hull & prop work in water. Free esti- OWNER AND SAVE. 2 WEEKS "Mobile Homes for Rent" Weekly With Decorative-Custom-Iron SEAMLESS SIDING Call 813-837-3632 or rent. Children welcome. Includes mates. Hulls, props, rudders, MINIMUM. PHOTOS AVAIL- 813-839-5842 Work. Doors-Windows-Fences- With no splices or seams. water, garbage, pest control, zincs, 15 years experience, Etc. Commercial-Residential. • Maintenance free ABLE. CALL 609-985-0322 OR insured, power & sail. Jerry Mont- 609-492-7389 lawn care. Quiet, safe. 7760 Bog- 'Ask To See Our Portfolio. Call • 14 different colors art, N. Ft. Myers 543-5828 gomery owner/ operator. Office The Iron Shop' 941-274-7874 or Lifetime transferable warranty Cape SW. 2 Bdr/2Ba completely fur- 941-466-0574, mobile 941-652-0338. 941-540-9732 nished. Nicely decorated. Now to Sanibel Island- 3 bedroom, one 941-565-3986, e-mail flasaii- 1-800-329-8613 Jan. $645/mo. Pool and canal. bath, in secluded area. Lots of rataol.com Covering S.W. Florida 1-800-900-7476 trees. Annual rental Lie. # AG000006 $850.00/month after discount. GUTTERS www.abcseamless.com 470-4240, Please leave mes- AUTO BODY Seamless gutters by HOMES FOR sage. ABC Seamless. REPAIR CLEANING Call for free estimate. RENT Maintenance free. Sanibel-Annual/Semi-Annual Annette's Cleaning. Lifetime warranty. ANNUAL RENTALS Rental Furnished/ unfurnished. Paint Matching, Unibody Repair, Homes/Offices. Also Carpet 14 exciting colors. SANIBEL & CAPTIVA Lovely home/ private cul-de-sac. Custom Work. 'Free-Estimates. Cleaning/Window Cleaning. Call today. 3BR/2BA, large screened porch Insurance Claims, Most Floor Stripping/Waxing. Bonded/ ABC Seamless CALL MARIE WELLS overlooking Lake. Convenient to Qeductibles Saved! "We'll Beat - Licensed/Insured. Can give good 540-9732 PBISCILLA MURPHY Sanibel Center. Non-smoker. Any Written Estimate By $100" reference. Very dependable. For 1-800-329-8613 REALTY INC. Call evenings 472+2233, leave With This Adlll". Close-Encoun- estimates, Call Annette at Covering 4 counties (941)472-4113 message. ters In Cape Cora[458-5795 277-7863 or 277-9415 after 6PM S.W. Florida Lie. #AG0O0006

Resolution, from 3A Lee County Transportation Director lution ran the risk of drawing conclusions Scott Gilbertson said after the meeting that before the facts are in, said he was going to the probable reason that the policy had not vote for it anyway. been mentioned was that people had forgot- "I don't want to be tarred and feath- Enjoy fishing ten that the policy had been written. ered," he said. Asked the reason for the policy, The resolution calling for preservation Gilbertson said that it was because of the of a low span causeway and asking the county on tlie conflict between boat and automobile traffic to revise Policy 79.1.4 to provide for any in evacuation. Boats have right of way until design, not excluding a drawbridge. wind speeds reach 38 mph, and the bridge Resident and candidate for City Coun- Islands earffie opened every 15 minutes on demand cil Jon Lillequist was concerned about the when a boat is present. Above this, the bridge width of the bridge span. is locked down. "The width of the span may be more "So cars are stuck on the bridge to al- critical than the height," he observed. "The low boats that shouldn't be on the water any- most important issue is not permitting a larger way to pass through?" Councilman George boat than can get in now." Madison questioned. Reding pointed out that it had been Janes, from 3A stated in several of the public meetings that patrols the bridge, but it was inferred that whether it's boat evacuation is usually completed long little was done to prevent speeding on the • before car evacuation takes place, making Sanibel Causeway, this provision was unnecessary. "It's not going to help our budget an intimate "As long as the bridge is going up and situation on Sanibel, but it might be in the down, there is still possibility for conflict," best long-term interests of the island. Let's get-together observed Gilbertson. see if there might be some interest in Lee Asked by Planning Commissioner County on selling the bridge," he said. Nola Theiss if the drawbridge had been raised Some 18 years ago, city officials for boat traffic and had prevented cars from started negotiations with Lee County to exiting in evacuations" from Sanibel, buy the Sanibel Causeway. The price dis- Gilbertson answered no. cussed then was between $25 and $27 mil- or a family affair A number of residents spoke in favor lion. of the resolution. City Council members were di- "It's important to support this resolu- vided, however, with city father Fred Valtin tion unanimously," asserted resident Curt particularly opposed. Stendahl." The language is polite and con- Since 1982 the Sanibel Causeway structive. We can deal with the matter of has netted revenue of nearly $52 million, evacuation." more than sufficient to cover the debt, ser- "Sometimes we think something is vice on a 30 year bond of $27 million, even written in stone and it really isn't," he ob- at the then-current interest rate of 14.92 served. "We can talk to the coast guard re- percent. In 1982, there were 1.7 million garding the conflict, there's no reason why vehicles crossing the causeway. Now, 15 boat traffic should be put ahead of people's years later, there are 3.2 million vehicles safety." crossing. "The absence of. such a resolution Buying the bridge now is a much speaks louder than its presence," said resi- more complicated issue than it was then. dent Mike Gillespie. "If Sanibel City Coun- In the mid 80s, the Sanibel Causeway, cil is silent on the issue of a high span, it will along with the Cape Coral bridge became sanibel island is the perfect be like the dog that didn't bark." the Lee County Transportation Facility. In "I've yet to hear anyone today from 1987,a$75 million bond created the Trans- place for your dining-out Sanibel disapproving of the resolution as portation Facility Enterprise Fund which made," observed resident Mark Rubin. "I ask received the combined toll revenues of the the city council to vote unanimously for this Sanibel Causeway and the Cape Coral Par- adventure resolution to show Sanibel is united and feels allel span. A further bond issue was floated strongly about it." in 1993 to fund the Midpoint Memorial In the face of such support, Council- bridge completed last year. check tile pages of '^^^iMaMAml man Bob Davison, who said he felt the reso- for your dining reqitirements i

ArtCorace Chuek Andrews Barbara AmonChapin Dave Siiverberg LisaCochrane Julie Potts Steve Potts Pat Eichenlaub Steve Fisher j

Breathless panoramic vistas from this new 3 bei 2 BEDROOM/2 BATH/GULF FRONT Main home, guest cottage and more ing 3 bedroom, 2 bath ground level home near room/3 bath riverfront condominium. 240 de- 2ND FLOOR WEST CORNER UNIT in this Turn of the Century home w/ beach access. Private cul-de-sac location in well-main- grees of view! Private boat dock. 2,500+ Sq. Ft. OFFERED FOR $385,000 dock. Water to Water. $3,500,000. tained neighborhood. Large lot, gated entrance and large living area with screen enclosed porch. Asking of living area for only $569,000. Furnishings PLEASE CALL LISA COCHRANE Call Barbara negotiable. Art Corace 472-2311. $229,000 UF. Call FISH for showing. THE BEST OF SANIBEL!

Featured in a national magazine, this riverfront Beautiful, 2 bedroom, 2 bath, direct Gulf Front condo. Fastwood Landings. 3 bedroom, beautiful pool/spa, Excellent physical condition. Recently remodeled. 3 home is simply gorgeous. Spectacular water Excellent condition and the rental income is even private 30' boat dock &Jeeded beach access only BR/2 baths, living room, dining area, large family room. views from every room. Priced at $925,000 fully better. This 9-unit complex is located on Sanibel's steps off East Gulf Drive. COMPLETELY FUR- Oversized lot with plenty of room to add a pool. NO furnished. Call Pat for your private showing. West Gulf Drive. Swimming pool, tennis and great NISHED, for only $665,000. Call Steve or Julie Potts. SURGERY REQUIRED. Asking $109,900. Dave Gulf views. Asking $489,500. Call Chuck Andrews. Siiverberg 472-2311.

Near beach home. Heated pool, Snook in the canal. Boat in the water. Aunt Jean at the Brand New Heron Condo in Sanibel's only private • FURNISHED 3 BEDROOM-2 BATH beach. Something for everyone! So close to the bay and golf course community. This three bedroom condo • BEAUTIFUL CANAL COMMUNITY large lot. Asking $245,000, Call gulf, unobstructed access from the new dock. 3 bedrooms/ has a private garage and a great view of the 9th fair- 2 baths, room for pool, fireplace, high ceilings. Just re- way. Will finance or take property in trade. Let's get • OFFERED FOR $367,500 Barbara at 472-2311. duced to $433,000. Art Corace 472-2311. creative. Asking $495,000. Call Chuck Andrews. • PLEASE CALL LISA COCHRANE

1) The best view at Lighthouse Point except for dvecl Bavfront 12162 Siesta Drive (Off San Carlos Blvd.) If you don't think you will ever find the perfect beach access. Quiet low density neighborho Private comer unit, only 1 unit back from bayfront on 2nd floor. house...never say never. Here it is! 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, a half-acre parcel at the end of cul-de-sac.. Private island Handsome two story townhouse on deep-water $325,500.2) Lowest Priced Unit, Reduced to $239,500.2 Bedroom canal leading directly to gulf. Includes 32' pier with private golf course location. Oversized lot with super views, cottage features abundant wildlife in natural island set- plus den, tropical view, sold famished.Cal l Julie or Steve Potts. heated pool & spa. Affordable eorf course community ting. Asking $199,500. UF Call FISH for showing 2 slips for large boat. Fully furnished. Call Pat. $179,900. Dave Siiverberg 472-2311. ,,„ r. i i M - •1 /Z Sanibel Cdptiva Sanibel & Cabtiva

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S3 a j Pirate PlciMhouse Revieuj & Previeuu

Here's what's happening at night on Sanibel and Captiva! See page 3B

Here's a listing of all the theater, music, dance, and special performances being held this week on the Islands and off. See page 4B

Arts Editor Frank Wagner reviews . / Won't Dance at the Philharmonic. See page 5B.

The Impulsive Shopper by Carlene Brennen, and Puzzling Words by Vince Faraone. See page 7B

Night Life 3 What's Playing 4 Show Biz 5 Leisure 7 Large photo —The Pirate Playhouse brought in a 1925 Ford Model Tfor its production of Camping with Henry and Tom. Inserts —Top: Crossword 10 Daniel Benzing (left), Alex Doud (center) andJoanivi Harmon (right) starred in To Kill and Mockingbird. Middle: Niels Miller, (right), and Scott Bennett starred in The Miser. Bottom: A mod version o/Comedy of Errors introduced students to Shakespeare. See page 2. 2B • Friday, Sept. 18, 1998 • ISLANDER

Preview & Review The Pirate Playhouse faces busy new season

By FRANK WAGNER trating, but raucous, outrageous buffoonery of the Islander staff writer blown out of piece without disturbing the actual text all proportion. and it seemed to please the student audi- (During the next few weeks we will ences. This was, to the best of my knowl- take a retrospective look at some of the Let us say that 4 many feel the edge, the main reason for its being. It was i past season's outstanding happenings on not as good as last season's Twelfth Night island and in the surrounding areas. We end results have justified and was a turn-off for many adult mem-, will also give you a preview of next bers of the audience. season's presentations at the same ven- the means, and ues. The new season offers a great vari- that both groups' Mark St. Germain's Camping with ety of entertainment — enough to more staunch defend- Henry and Tom made its way from a ers, pro and con, former season's Sunday night Congress than satisfy the widely diversified tastes •1, of residents and visitors alike). should be more Play Reading Series to a full production than satisfied on the main stage: The play had interest- i Review with the final ing direction, dialogue and performances During the past season at the Pirate outcome. Rob- by Neils Miller as Thomas Edison, Playhouse there were many wonderful ert Kalfin is Howard Elfmari as Henry Ford and Gor- productions, mixed with a couple that, for the new Pro- don McConnell as President Warren this reviewer, left much to be desired. But ducing Artistic Harding. no report on the Playhouse would be com- Director of the John van Druten's Bell, Book and plete without the acknowledgement that Pirate Play- Candle marched mightily onto the Play- a theatrical civil war raged outside (and house and Rob- house stage but quickly lost its punch. The unfortunately sometimes inside), the pre- ert Cacioppo is Bell, Book and Candle. book seemed dated, the direction by Alex mises of the theatre. Let's mention it here, the new Pro- Dmitriev lacked pace and style, and the now — and, after that, forget it, and let ducing Artistic Director of the Florida modern version of William Shakes- costumes seemed ill-chosen. Even the the future be our best adjudicator. The de- Repertory Cornpany which will be play- peare's The Comedy of Errors, set in presence of the charming actress Helen I cision to replace Robert Cacioppo as Ar- ing a full season at the Arcade Theatre in London's mod world of the 1950s. It was Mutch, who gave us such a memorable tistic Director turned neighbor against Fort Myers. great fun to watch the reaction of a group portrayal of Billie Dawn in Born Yester- neighbor, friend against friend, and cre- Last season's production for stu- of teenage or even younger students. Di- •I ated a hullabaloo that was not only frus- dents of the Lee County schools was a rector Dennis Lee Delaney stressed the (Continued, page 9B) I

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BIG Arts and SW forming Arts, Hall Box Performance schedule: 8 p.m. Thurs- 5, and the show will play through Nov. 28. Florida Film Society members). Office, 8099 College Parkway, Fort Myers FL day-Saturday, Oct. 1-3, 8-10,15-17. Tick- Coining attraction: Series tickets are now available for 33919. For groups of 20 or more only, call ets are $13; $10 for seniors and Alliance Treasure Island, Robert Louis Stevenson's the BIG Arts Great Performers Series. Laha Waltzer at (941) 489-3033, Ext. 3122. members; $7 for students 18 & under. Call swashbuckling adventure story, adapted for the Series A—Classical: $100 (5 concerts) ESii«*>»-3inHi«si»:a«,r Oailwmt 472-5400 for reservations. stage by Vernon Morris, will open Saturday, Dec. Series B—Classical: $100 (5 concerts) BfOaaway I aim Arcade Theatre- 26, and play through Jan. 16. This production Series C—Jazz: $130 (6 concerts) Dinner Theatre will be staged by the famous fight choreogra- 2267 First Street 332-6888 pher, B.H. Barry, whose Broadway and filmstag - Make checks payable to BIG Arts 1380 Colonial Blvd. 278-4422 The Florida Repertory Company, «n«n4 ? 90° -n unl°P ?°?u' xfnibf] Forever Plaid plays through Oct. 10. headed, by Robert Cacioppo, is the new ing of many fight sequences has received the 5 highest critical acclaim. 33957. Tickets; willlbe mailed by Nov. 1. Thesho w jspacke d ^ great s ongs from resident company at the Arcade. They will Season subscriptions are now avail- SamiSel PObilC Library the '50s and '60s including Chain Gang, be producing six plays from Nov. 6 to May able, representing a great savings over 770 Dunlop Road 472-2483 Heart and Soul, Magic Moments, Sixteen 1, plus many special attractions. Opening production: single-ticket prices. Call 472-0006 for ad- Exhibits forSeptember—Inthecases: Jody Tons, Cry among others. The Plaids are in Noises Off by Michael Frayn is a ditional information. Brown's collection of old school books and the tradition of those ever-popular male sin n farce within a farce. The three-act frenetic Old Schoolhouse Theater other school-related antiques. Art exhibit: g' g groups The Iw Aces, The Four romp takes place during the rehearsals and 1905 Periwinkle Way 472-6862 San-Cap Art League All-Member Display. Freshmen and The Hi-Lo s performance of a play within a play. Opens The theater will be closed for the "Hours: Monday &Thursday 9 a.m. to 8 Tickets for dinner and show are $32 at 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 6 and plays through months of September and October to in- p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday: 9 a.m. to Sunday through Friday evenings, $35 for Sat- urda Nov. 28. Single tickets for matinees and stall the long-awaited new theater seats. 5 p.m. Saturday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. y evenings, and $29 for matinees. Show- Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday eve- Coming attraction: _ . .. . _ _ . _ . only price is $18. 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Coming attractions: Schein Performance Hall rVnl l¥l I l™ilw (Note: Adult situations and language.) • Vince Gill—The eight-time Grammy - Coming attraction: Parallel Lives is ncft a part of the winning country music star will be play- The BIG Arts Film Society presents Barbara B. Mann subscription series. It plays at 8 p.m. through ing two concerts at The Phil on Sunday, Mystery Train, a 1998 film that contains this Saturdav Se l 20 Sin le tickets 14 Sept. 27 at 2 and 7 p.m. Gill is one of the three intertwined tales set in Memphis. This Performina Arts Hall > P - g $ - reriorming nns nclll A subscription package to the full The- most sucessful and honored performers in 8099 College Parkway 481-4849 atre Conspiracy season is available for $42 country music history. He has won awards as a singer, song-writer and guitarist, including 15 from the Country Music Asso- ciation. Each of his six albums has sold FREE • FREE more than a million copies. • On the Boulevard with Liliane Monte- vecchi simultaneously celebrating and sati- ISLANDPizZA&PASTA rizing the classic image of a French chan- teuse. Saturday, Oct. 3, at 8 p.m. Tickets are $28. • Always... Patsy Cline, a moving two- Free Choice ofBesserts wIDinner Entree woman show that provides an intimate look at the world of stardom and includes (excludes pizna) Including Tiramisu "The Best many of the late singers unforgettable hits. in Town,"Milky Way Pie, Tkrtk Cheesecake etc, Friday, Oct. 9, at 8 p.m. Tickets are $32. Now available: A new color brochure, Celebrate! A Decade of Applause, an- Open 7 Days • 11 A.M. -11 P.M. Lunch & Dinner nounces the 1998-99 season — classical, island Tower Plaza 1619 Periwinkle Way • Sanibel Island, FL country, opera, dance and theater. For a 472-1581 copy, which also contains an order blank Pick-up -and delivery available for subscriptions, call (800) 597-1900. 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Show Biz as Steve Ross sings songs that It Wuz were introduced by Fred Astaire Frank WAGNER By FRANK WAGNER to Cheek, They All Laughed, Night and Day, You're the Islander staff writer '. Top, Anything Goes, It's De-Lovely and on and on. If you are a vintage transplanted New Yorker, Steve Ross did a running narrative that took us rapidly The comics: The Ross and his evening of familiar songs —- all associated through Astaire's phenomenal career on Broadway, in with Fred Astaire — opened a flood-gate of nostalgic films and on television. There were always pictorial memories. Ross, who is accompanied by Gregory L. backups of such female dancing partners as Ginger Great One — Theisen, musical director and second pianist, and Gary Rogers, Paulette Goddard, Leslie Caron, Rita Hayworth, Rainer on string bass. He seemed to have stepped out of Eleanor Powell, sister Adele, and others. Jackie Gieason New York's entertainment Ross was assisted by the dance team of Lou past. The memories he re- Brockman and Patricia y first memory of Jackie Gieason was called are of a New York Dates who truly should in a 1941 musical hodge-podge called that was dotted with small have been much, much MHigh Kickers that starred Sophie Tucker better — or not at all. Af- and had been conceived by George Jessel. The show boites — night clubs and began with a flashback to a burlesque show presented piano bars that catered to ter all, the evening was by Piner's in 1910. Jessel's troupe was called the "High a group of society's top about Astaire and his danc- Kickers" — one of whom, naturally, was Miss Sophie personalities. They were ing partners and this two- herself. They included the bit always used in burlesque always in columnist's some proved to be not even shows when the so called Candy Butcher brings his Cholly Knickerbocker's a pale replica. There must wares out ands sells titillating souvenirs to members of be more fashionable and the audience. They were supposedly straight from the gossip column, at Elsa Folies Bergere in Paris. Most of the items were naughty Maxwell's soirees or hav- technically adept dance, in content, and each sweet you purchased entitled you ing a few rounds of merri- teams available from one to a prize. It was one of the most recognizable and oft- ment at some fashionable of New York's many repu- used burlesque bits and, in this Broadway production, club or piano bar. It was a table ballroom dance stu- Gieason was absolute perfection as the character who dios. hawked sweets and treats in the audience. I doubt that it time when these effete has ever been done better. New Yorkers were a chic, Three singers (Mike Another unforgettable moment in High Kickers fun-loving set, completely McCowan, Beth Magnu- was the appearance of Ms. Tucker in full burlesque engulfed in New York's bon, and Melissa Ellen costume of that period — tights, laced up boots, head night life and adoringly lis- O'Neil) are listed in the piece and a constructed top piece that reminded one of ,. . - '^^^H program as ensemble. But a warrior's breast plate. It was one of those theatrical tening to witty-ditties by moments you often wish you could erase but unfortu- Cole Porter or the \.'^* **"*" l^F^S at'he performance at The nately can't. (Especially true when the next time you Gershwins, George and Phil on Saturday, Sept. 12 see her is at the Latin Quarter sporting a long evening Ira. • onlv one male and one fe- coat and the usual tree of orchids as she autographs male performer appeared The Phil's rather her book Some of These Days.) at curtain calls. McCowan My next encounter with the Great One was in spare, yet sophisticated, has a great smile, an aver- Follow the Girls, which starred Gertrude Niesen. She setting was dominated by Steve Ross. age voice, and seems to be was a wonderful, sultry, sexy singer with a flair for one ornate chandelier and quite satisfied with what he brings to the evening's en- low-comedy. In this 1944 war-time extravaganza, it seemed to create the perfect atmosphere. On stage level Niesen played a burlesque queen who had taken over tertainment. (You may agree or disagree.) The young lady there were double pianos, backed by a raised platform a servicemen's canteen (a version of the famous Stage who sang was very pretty, but vocally, attitudinally and that extended from stage right to stage left, with steps Door Canteen) to do her bit for the boys and the war movement-wise seemed to be a cross between Jeanette effort. Naturally, her 4-F sweetheart, played by none descending to the stage from the right and a huge pro- MacDonald and Marilyn Monroe. That's almost too wide other than Gieason, could not gain admittance to the jection screen which was prominent on the platform stage a range for any performer to encompass. club unless he was in some type of Army uniform. So, left. The sides of the stage were decked with palm green- the authors.chose a Wave's costume for Gleason's drag, ery almost worthy of the Palm Court at the Plaza Hotel. It seemed quite clear that someone thought the ad- and the audience roared — yes, even cheered — when ditional cast members were needed to "puff out" the pro- he appeared in full female garb on his way to the Can- Ross has the perfect voice for this sort of song- duction, but they were not. Steve Ross and his musi- teen. To say he was the world's heaviest drag (I chose sing. It has been aged in the smoke and booze atmo- cians were all that was necessary to make a most enter- those words carefully) would be an understatement. spheres of such places as the fabled night spot in the He definitely was one of the world's most unattractive taining evening. And, the added treat was Ross's rendi- Algonquin Hotel and Ted Hook's Backstage. The voice gender-benders. His antics at the Canteen were among tion of one of my favorite bits of Cole Porter nonsense, is just what if should be, an instrument to convey the the highlights of the evening and Niesen stopped the The Tale of the Oyster from Fifty Million Frenchmen. show with her rendition of a sly and sexy ditty, / Wanna incredible lyrics and hummable tunes of many of our Get Married. The show was a smash hit even though most famous Broadway and Hollywood composers and the book was light-weight and mindless. Its main as- lyricists such as Irving Berlin, Jerome Kern, the Note: If you're longing for a bit of live entertain- set was Niesen, its star, Gieason, and many other well- ment and nothing is currently playing on island, please known vaudeville and nightclub performers. Gershwins, Arthur Schartz and Howard Dietz, Johnny Mercer and Harold Arlen, Bert Kalmar and Harry Ruby, check this week's What's Playing. In September and After a short run in a 1949 mundane revue,.A/on£ and Cole Porter^ Cole Porter, Cole Porter. October The Phil has several outstanding attractions you Fifth Avenue, Gieason concentrated on television, the might enjoy attending. Call (800) 597^1900 for further media that brought him his greatest success. He re- We were delightfully entertained by an evening of turned to Broadway as Uncle Sid in the musical ver- song that included Top Hat, White Tie, and Tails, I Won't information and reservations. sionof Eugene O'Neill's Ah, Wilderness in 1959. His Dance, Fascinating Rhythm, Oh, Lady Be Good, Cheek portrayal of the warm and lbveable uncle Sid was pure Gieason and had very little to do with O'Neill's origi- (Continued, page 8B) • -?.\ 6B • Friday, September 18,1998 • Islander •t-.r ' P. o T. p O u R R I Auditions for Florida Jazz Society finds Repertory Theatre home at BIG Arts Florida Repertory Theatre—Robert Jack Lewis, vice president of South- Cacioppo, Producing Artistic Director— west Florida will be holding local auditions for its in- Jazz Society, has augural season at the historic Arcade The- announced the atre in.downtown Fort Myers on Satur- establishment of day, Sept. 26. The season includes: Noises a permanent Off by Michael Frayn, Our Town by home for their |« Otde Florida Thornton Wilder, Breaking Legs by Tom monthly meet- style homes Dulack, Having Our Say by Emily Mann, ings •— Schein Spider's Web by Agatha Christie, and a Performance musical to be announced. Hall in the BIG Tennis courts Professional actors should prepare Arts Center. two contrasting monologues; non-profes- Some 15 Heated pool sional actors are encouraged to prepare years ago a cou- Jacuzzi monologues, but are not required to do rageous, vision- so. Please bring headshots (or a snapshot ary lady from Clubhouse of yourself) and resumes with you to the Cape Coral de- Sidewalks audition. Scripts will be available for cold cided there was readings. Auditions will take place from something miss- Lakefront lots still available. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and a sign-up sheet will ing from the Home & HomeSite Packages be posted in the theatre lobby. The en- music scene COJNTJTIBIECR semble-based company is a continuation here in South- from $199,000. Near Sanibel on Old McGregor of the troupe that Mr. Cacioppo developed west Florida. over a 10-year period on Sanibel and Cap- Her name is Kay Models Open Daily (941)466-5500 tiva Islands, chiefly at the Pirate Play- Winner and she house. set out to iden- Local actors hired to play the towns- tify, then clarify, people in Our Town will be paid $50 per the missing link week. All other roles will be Equity mini- and take posi- mum or $200 per week for non-Equity active steps to tors; fee is negotiable. For further infor- eliminate it. mation or questions, please call Suzannah Winner Jack Lewis Childers at 395-2586. felt that jazz, America's only original art form, was at- Philharmonic Center rophying because of the lethargy on the galleries gain excitement part of our area's residents. Young, tal- The 10th Anniversary season at the ented, would-be musicians were not be- Philharmonic Center for the Arts begins ing encouraged to pursue a musical edu- with Naples Collects from Oct. 5 to Nov. cation as a viable way of making a living 13. This sweeping exhibit includes rep- or even as a secondary pursuit. She sought resentative werfcr of artists Henri Matisse, the advice of Dennis Hill, an Edison Col- Pablo Picasso, Jasper Johns, Pierre lege professor of music, as well as count- Auguste Renoir, Joan Miro, Henry Moore less musicians and friends — anyone who TiME WQ J#SM and Henri Toulouse-Lautrec. would listen to her aspirations. Her goal: Twentieth-Century American Draw- to have a local jazz concert once a month CONOOt ings will occupy all four galleries from during season, charge a minimum admis- furniture World Can Handle All Vbvr Heeds! • Dec. 8 to Jan. 29. The work of leading sion and, after necessary expenses were Living Room, Bedroom, Dining Room, Patio, Mattress Sets, 20-century artists will be featured in this paid, set the profits aside for scholarships Commercial, Hotel/Motel thoughtful, intimate, yet extensive, sur- to help promising musicians defray their [ — Specializing In sofa Sleepers! - vey. Artists included: Milton Avery, expenses for the ensuing year. Willem de Kooning, Helen Frankenthaler, It was Hill who made a room avail- Georgia O'Keeffe, Jackson Pollock, Roy able for the first jazz concerts and local Lichenstein, Robert Rauschenberg and musicians gave generously of their time Edward Hopper. and talents. Two of the Philharmonic's Galler- Schein Performance Hall seats 414 ies will feature the paintings, tapestries people, has a Steinway Grand, and all the and lithographs of France's most honored state-of-the-art equipment one could wish artist, Bernard Cathelin: Modern Master, for. It has become the venue the Southwest from Feb. 9 to April 2. His magnificent Jazz Society will call home the first Tues- tapestries — 27 in all, created over the day of each month from October through past 40 years — have been hailed by mu- May. The first concert will be at 7:45, Tues- IMRGE-SELECTION OF WICKERS seum curators as the finest example of day, Oct. 6, and feature the popular, incom- tapestry weaving in this century. ; parable Jebry and her Swinging Band. For Carpet • Tile • Wallpaper • Verticals • Mini-Blinds further information call 395-0900. Draperies • Wood Shutters • Lamps « Bedspreads In the other two galleries, concur- rent with the Cathelin exhibit, will be Accessories • Painting - Interior/Exterior Animal as Muse, an exhibit that explores Symphony hires the role of animals throughout the history Spiro & Waites tsave the asm Prices m package of art. 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MYERS BEACH \> US der the baton of Paul Nadler, is Lee Island LIFE magazine from the 1930s to the Coast's only professional symphony orches- / '70s; the work of Florida's Clyde Butcher BUMS tra. They will perform 20 concerts from No- is featured in Visions for the Next SUMMEfflJl vember through April this season at Mann -OFmUMBll g Millennum; and Kathy Kissik is the focus of The Least Possible Words. Hall, as well as, a series "of chamber music concerts on Sanibel from December through For additional information contact March at Schein Performance Hall in the BIG §»IL#aSJ& - 1S5O1 MCfiRECOR BUTO the Galleries at (941) 597-0676. Arts Center, 900 Dunlop Road. Islander - Friday, September i.i, 1998 - 7B Wlsiit Lei$we ISLAND CINEMA Health Tlie Impulsive Shopper ROUNDERS The benefits Starring: Carlene BRENNEN MATTDAWSON& of massage EDWARDNORTON FRI-SAT7-9:15 By MARVA SLETTEN SUN - THURS 7:30 ONLY The benefits of therapeutic massage are both physical and psychological. In our fast-paced lives today, seldom do we have the opportunity to be quiet and to listen to EVER AFTER messages from our bodies. Given the chance, our bodies PG13 will volunteer valuable information about our state of health More September — tight, painful muscles which need rest and relaxation, Starring: shallow breathing patterns caused by anxiety and tension Drew Barrymore which prevent our tissues from receiving proper oxygen sales on the islands FRI-SAT7-9M5 supply, and many more. But, first, we must take the time to SUN-THURS 7:30 ONLY listen and feel. Massage is this opportunity. he month of September on the island means sales, The most well-known physical benefit of massage is sales and lots of sales. As I've said before, it is improved circulation. Specifically, circulation is improved Tthe perfect time to get a head start on your holi- in several ways — arterial circulation is increased, which day shopping. ISLAND CINEMA allows for the delivery of more oxygen and other nutrients Billy's Bait & "Hackle in Old Town Sanibel is having a Ticket Prices to tissues; venous return is increased as pressure directs sale. The quaint bait and tackle store is within walking dis- $6.50 Adults • $4.00 Seniors 60 & over the flow of blood back to the heart; lymphatic vessels, which tance of the Sanibel Pier (which is under construction). The Juniors 11 & under transport fluids, also respond to the external compressive shop also carries gifts, jewelry, clothing and toys. The On $4.00 Weekend Matinees at 4pm forces of massage by emptying vessels more efficiently. White collection of short sets, T's and sundresses in luscious, Bailey's Shopping" Center This allows for the elimination of waste products and tox- tropical colors of key lime, punch, sunflower yellow, true ins much more quickly. blue and azure, are on sale for 20% off. There are adorable Tarpon Bay Road, Sanibel Island Other physical benefits of massage are the reduction A-Line sleeveless shifts with sea shells and a day-at-the- of restrictions in muscle and connective tissue. This occurs beach prints at 20% off in adults' and childrens' sizes, all 472-1701 as a result of mechanical manipulation of these tissues as 100% cotton, machine wash, tumble dry. Exquisite gold and well as reflex responses which are mediated via the auto- silver jewelry are marked 10% off, including handcrafted nomic nervous system. Sensory receptors, which detect such bracelets, earrings, and pendants in sea shell, sanddollar, fish things as the degree of tension in muscle are often hyper- and lighthouse creations, 1 especially liked, tli& saoek pen- active in muscle which are tight and painful. This then per- dant with the emerald eye. A new sun product caught my petuates the pain spasm cycle. These receptors are how- attention, Brayen by South Beach Sun. Dark tanning carrot ever affected by reflex responses to massage, allow the oil, all natural, no mineral oil, no dyes, no animal testing. muscle to relax. Brayen also has a 100% pure aloe gel, alcohol free, which Although the mechanism is not well understood at helps heal cell damage from the sun. this time, research has shown that the immune system also Little Nancy's Sunrise Video was right next door so I reacts positively to massage. Patients who are HIV posi- (Continued, page 8B) (Continued, page 8B)

Word Watching Faraone • When you feed an alligator you are training it to approach humans and are creating a life threatening situation. . Word Droppings especially for our children. Feeding hile biking around Sanibel these days, I no At a local watering hole "We definitely do not serve the tice that the talk in town is becoming quite crapulous." (sick from drink) alligators is a criminal inspissated with unusual words. Or am I At the Fishing Pier: " Gear say a wingdinger of a hurricane is W expected within the next Lustrum, "(quinquennium; half a decade) act punishable by fines imagining these 'Lword droppings" that I hear in conversa- tions, as I pedal along in this hot, summer heat: On Turner Beach: "At times Captiva's evening skies are Along Periwinkle: "Frankly, I think the issue of a new strangely crepuscular, shot through with flames of sunset." (dim; City of Sanibel Sanibel bridge is presently in a state of dusky.) : abulia.. ."(indecision) On the tennis courts: "He wears that ridiculous cup like a Ordinance 75-29 At the Lighthouse Beach : "Soaking up this sun with gopher's carapace." (turtle shell) Florida State Statute 372.667 lots of this sun blocker will definitely get rid of my eti- Code of Federal olated skin." (whitened) (Continued, page 8B) Regulations 50 CFR 27.51 8B - -Friday, September* -18^1.998 A Islander... ,.; THE LEISURE massage protocol. This translates to a sav- BIG Arts, from 7B Health, from 7B ings of $ 10,000 per baby in today's medi- VI DEC cal costs. So, even in the most practical and economic sense, massage is showing At "Ding" Darling: "Southwest tive had increased 'natural killer cells' in promise. Florida's littoral islands are unmatched in circulation following a prescribed regimen (Marva Sletten is a licensed massage SCENE their beauty and birdlife." (coastal region) of massage therapy. It is believed that this and physical therapist. She can be reached Real Estate Office: "The problem is is at least in part due to the reduced pro- at 395-1097.) floccipaucinihilipilification. That's the rea- duction of stress hormones such as corti- Now Available son we can't sell your house for the price sol which is known to destroy these natu- you're asking." (the action of estimating ral killer cells in the body. Serotonin lev- Show Biz, from 5B as worthless) els are also increased by massage which Local restaurant: "Our premises to- seems to boost immune system function. nal character. Nevertheless, he received night, like our pond full of frogs, is pullu- The psychological and emotional some good notices and his name carried lating with hungry tourists. " (teeming; benefits of massage are mediated by alter- the show to a decent run; he won a Tony swarming) ing the release of various hormones and Award as Best Actor in a musical. On the bike path to Captiva: "They neurotransmitters. These chemical changes His greatest contributions were call him 'The Scholiast of Sanibel.' He's may cause emotional arousal in the brain the memorable characters he created for always making comments on local politics. which often stimulates memory of some the Jackie Gleason Show such as The (commentator) emotional experience. As previously men- Poor Soul, Joe the bartender, Reginald At the supermarket: "They turn a tioned, the calm and quiet created with Van Gleason and others. The Honey- deaf ear to the ululations of us taxpayers. massage encourages the activation of the mooners is still in reruns and, if you That's for sure!" (lamentations) parasympathetic nervous system, the part ever doubted his comic genius, watch At the marina: "The irenic pleasure of our nervous system that produces a re- one of those. As one bids farewell to The of sailing along with gentle, playful dol- laxation response. Great One, his famous exit line "And Now Renting phins sure beats Prozac any day." (peace The positive effects of massage are away we go!" with appropriate move- promoting) really just now being documented scien- ments will always be his signature. Audio Books It's time for me to pedal my way tifically. Medical studies are now being home out of this heat. If you care to know conducted which are supporting what oth- Next Week: The Glad to See Ya! top more about any of the "word droppings," ers have known through experience but banana, Phil Silvers. 472-0077 you've been barraged with, the best book were unable to substantiate. The Touch in town will tell you — your DICTIO- Research Institute at the University of 472-1158 NARY. And by the way, inspissated is the Miami School of Medicine and the only word I left undefined. Can you guess Menninger Clinic in Topeka, Kansas are Shopping, from 7B 2437 Periwinkle Way what it means? leading in this field of study. 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Bruce Peyton and John BOOKSHOP rector Cacioppo brought to life the har- Lee County students will be seeing this Clifton are responsible for the delightful rowing racial experiences in such a way year. Kalfin felt it most important to in- music and lyrics. You'll become totally NOW OPEN IN that the audience could not help but be troduce students to the vast library of involved with the charming story of moved. A star performance by Playhouse classics from world literature rather than young Pud, his salty old grandpa, and the OUR NEW regular Maurice Schlafer and the three be limited only to the works of Shakes- problems they cause when they manage child actors —Joanna Harmon as Scout, peare. to chase Death up an apple tree and keep LOCATION Daniel Benzing as her brother Jem, and • Dec. 26-Jan. 16: Robert Louis Ste- him there for a considerable length of Alex Doud as the ever adventurous Dill venson's magical family journey Treasure time. 1711 Periwinkle Way — were deftly handled by Cacioppo. Island, adapted by Vernon Morris. The • April 16-May 8: Come Up and See Me at Casa Ybel Road, Moliere's The Miser, starring Neils production will be staged by the great Sometime: An evening with Mae West star- across from Jerry's Miller, was probably the big money-maker fight choreographer B.H. Barry. Shiver ring Tovah Feldshuh will be the final pro- of the season, but it was not one of my me timbers, me hearties... You'll be able duction of the season. What a treat it will favorite productions. The direction by to say you saw this swashbuckling ad- be to spend an entire evening with one of Alex Dmitriev allowed a conglomerate of venture story before its New York debut. the nation's legendary sex figures. Her styles to appear on stage; the setting was • Jan. 22-Feb. 13: Tennessee Williams' suggestive line readings sent film and ra- almost non-existent; the costumes lacked The Eccentricities of a Nightingale. Here dio censors reaching for their red pencils. Visit our Nature Room flair. The style masters were Miller, as is one of America's master playwrights Performance schedule for this sea- Harpagon, and Michael Marotta, who at his best. This hauntingly beautiful work son will be 8 p.m. Tuesday through Sat- New Releases played Jacques, a Harpagon servant, in an centers on the complex relationship of urday evenings, with Wednesday and Sun- Special Orders outstanding performance with no-holds- three persons: Alma, a young spinster, the day matinees at 2 p.m. Single performance barred. young doctor she yearns for and his tickets for both matinee and evening per- Classics • Nature The season closed with Richard mother who resists any relationship with formances will be $25. There is a substan- Harris's The Business of Murder, a jig her son. tial savings when you purchase a series Children's Books saw, psychological triller with endless in- • Feb. 19-March 13: John Marans' Old ticket'for all six productions. Call 472- genious twists and turns. Once again Wicked Songs, a major theatrical event 0006 for reservations and further infor- Greeting Cards Cacioppo's direction kept things moving that contains warmth and humor. Here is mation. at a death-defying clip and the three per- a soul-searching encounter between a Note: Names and dates of the works 472-5223 formers: Carrie Lund, Michael Marotta young American piano prodigy and an to be included in the highly successful and Gordon McConnell were excellent. elderly European vocal teacher that has Sunday Evening Congress Jewelry Play SHOP HOURS Certainly one of the season's been called "a theatrical achievement." It Reading Series will be announced in the 10 to 7 pm Mon.-Fri. highspots was Bill Taylor's triumphant has been produced Off-Broadway and at near future by Director Kalfin. 11 to 6 pm Saturday performance as Truman Capote in Tru, many of America's major regional the- directed by Cacioppo. Taylor, artistic di- aters. 12 to 5 pm Sunday rector of Theatre Conspiracy, played several previews at the Playhouse before opening at his homebase, The Foulds The- atre in the Alliance of the Arts in Fort Myers. His portrayal of Capote was a daz- ThisWeeks zling, spell-binding, tour de force perfor- The Best of Captiva! mance. * Top Ten Best Selling .The Pirate Playhouse Community Theater Series included two comedies and Books on the Island a comedy/mystery "directed by Joe Simmons. They were Last of the Red Hot Lovers, Murder Among Friends and Move 1. Felicia's Journey Over, Mrs. Markham. These productions WILLIAM TREVOR were well directed and, on weekends, played to capacity audiences. An extra Breakfast 7:30-11 a.m. • Dinner 5:30-10:00 p.m. 2. No Safe Place production, Two-in-One, was basically a Closed Tuesday RICHARD NORTH PATTERSON student project which was completely valid but should have played no more than , GOLDEN SPOON AWARD 1993-1998 3. Day of Confession two performances and been billed as an extra, experimental production. Admis- ALAN FOLSOM sion should have been a suggested dona- Present this Ad and receive a Complimentary Dessert 4. Rainbow Six tion from those who attended. TOM CLANCY The Congress Jewelers P)ay Read- with each entree purchased in the Old Captiva House. ing Series was popular and well attended. Now through October 8, 1998 • Not valid with other coupons 5. Field of Thirteen The outstanding readings of this season were Grace and Gloria and an absolutely DICK FRANCIS magnificently staged and performed read- 6. Cold Mountain ing of Tony Kushner's masterpiece, An- gels in America. CHARLES FRAZIER Preview 7. The Day Diana Died The new Producing Artistic Direc- CHRISTOPHER ANDERSEN tor, Robert Kalfin, has announced an ex- CASUAL DINING AND LIVE ENTERTAINMENT citing season of six productions. The 8. Bridget Jones's Diary 1998-99 season at the Pirate Playhouse • The Islands' Hot.Spot for Fun! HELEN FIELDING will be dedicated to the memory of Vivette • Crab Races - Monday 6 & 9 pm Bursley, one of the founders of the Island 9. Eat The Rich Theatre Wing in 1985. • Happy Hour Daily 4-6:30 pm • Nov. 5-28: George Bernard Shaw's PJ.O'ROURKE — NOW APPEARING — Androcles and the Lion, a classic of world COMING SEPT 25-27 10. My Town literature. Audiences will enter a Roman arena for Shaw's light-hearted and witty "DRBVBNQ BL1SW" "AL STONE AMD THE SHAKERS" WILLIAM WEGMAN tale of early Christianity. By using the story of a man who pulls a painful thorn Adjoining 'Tween Waters Inn... Captiva Island from a lion's paw,'Shaw, in his typical JJ 472*5161 * 10B - Friday, September 18,1998- Islander CROSSWORD PUZZLE I

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