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I car to Rambo ‘D ing’ art program features free By TIFFANY REPECKI pop-up studios, art journal walks [email protected] At its recent meeting, the Lee County orking from his studio at Blind Pass Board of County Commissioners unani­ on Sanibel, wildlife artist Ed mously approved a proposed settlement Anderson, from Boise, Idaho, is W agreement in the litigation involving the conducting an eight-week artist “in resi­ well-known Shell Love Bug. dence” educational program at the J.N. On May 21, “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge. the commission The “Ding” Darling Wildlife Society- voted 4-0 to Friends of the Refuge is hosting the program approve the as part of the refuge’s ongoing 75th anniver­ terms of the set­ sary celebration. tlement. As part of the program, Anderson sets up “Thank you, on Wildlife Drive to sketch and interact with Jesus,” I visitors on select Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Upcoming dates are Commissioner Frank Mann said immedi­ ately after. June 4, June 6, June 11, June 20, June 25 and Debuted at the 2016 National Seashell June 27. Look for the “Artist in Action” ban­ Day, the Shell Love Bug was created by ner that marks Anderson’s Pop-Up Art Studio. Pam Rambo, of iLoveShelling.com and The artist has also scheduled free Friday Kirby Rambo Collections - with the Art Journal Walks at the refuge. On June 7 help of dozens of volunteers. She owned and 28, he will introduce participants to his the copyright to the artwork on it, but the style of extemporaneous art and travel jour­ naling with a 10 a.m. briefing in the Visitor See SHELL LOVE BUG, page 10 & Education Center auditorium. The pro­ gram is free, but limited to the first 20 arrivals. See ARTIST, page 11

I Artist Ed Anderson works with stu­ dent groups to create art murals. PHOTO PROVIDED Refuge still accepting comments on possible fee changes By TIFFANY REPECKI ed through May 31. to enhancements,” Westland said. [email protected] Supervisory Refuge Ranger Toni When the fee program was established Time is running out for the public to Westland explained that all facilities in the at the refuge in 1987, the entrance fee col­ submit feedback on proposed changes to U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service system lected was $3 per vehicle. In 1993, it was the refuge-specific annual pass, vehicle were tasked with looking at their recre­ increased to $4 per vehicle, then it was fee and entrance fee at the J.N. ation fee structures for possible raised to $5 per vehicle in 1998. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife increases. “It’s been over 20 years since the fees LETS69INTHIISLANDER Refuge. “Our budgets are less and our have been proposed to increase,” she said. In April, the refuge reported lands are more,” she said. As part of the process, public com­ ALSOINSIDETODAY that it was suggesting raising the The additional anticipated rev­ ments must be accepted. annual pass from $12 to $25 and enue would enable the Sanibel Westland noted that a 30-day window Guest Commentary...... 4 the vehicle fee from $5 to $10, refuge to better manage the use of is required, but the refuge opened it up for Word in the Island...... 4 while eliminating the $1 entrance its facilities and continue to 60 days. Business...... 8 fee for hikers and bicyclists. A improve facilities for the public. “We wanted to do more so we doubled Island Faces...... 38-39 recreation fee analysis was com­ Typical projects paid for by fee it,” she said. “It just gives people time to • Toni Preserving Paradise...... 40 pleted, and the proposed fees mir­ Westland funds include road and facility comment or think about it and get back to ror nearby recreational facilities maintenance, brochure and inter­ use.” Island Living...... 41 and refuges. pretive material production, and law The refuge also hosted two public Sports...... 43 Public comments are being accept­ enforcement. See REFUGE, page 11 C!!S!B5SSi^BSB555Si?g5i obituaries 44 “All of the monies stay on site and go a n o p p e r Classifieds 45 This Week's Featured Home: 247 Christofer Court Charming 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Old Florida Style SSMH03 isuicqsno jeijuapisay i Wood Burning Fireplace - Updated Kitchen ££ZS# liuued Located on a Cul-De-Sac with Privacy Id ‘SUSAN »d aivd aovisod sn $799,000 Call Eric Pfeifer ais aisud PRGHomeTeam.com 239.472.0004 Island Reporter______captivasanibel.com______Week of Wednesday, May 29,2019 B Page 2 SSANTS • P T • SE ALY OFE • ARTI CHES • PI A Z IZ P • S E H IC W D N A S N A IS T R A • FFEE CO LTY IA SPEC • Y STR PA • S T N A S IS O R C 362 Periwinkle Periwinkle 362 10BEST O f E V E R Y T H IN G CANNOT TL A LE I' SI HE BS . . CANNOT TL A LE . TS SI H BEST THE Y L P IM S IT'S . . LIE A TELL T O N N A C I . . . BEST E TH Y L P IM S IT'S . LIE A TELL T O N N A C I TimeWinner 4 - - Way, L B M S S f tripadvtsor L L A H FAME Sanibel, Sanibel, <4

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the University of Florida, where she graduated cum laude cum graduated she where Florida, of University the New York City to begin her career with a consulting consulting a with career her to begin to relocate City will York Congress New internship, her After cation. communi­ mass in minor a with psychology in majoring prepare me for my upcoming role in New York City.” York New in role upcoming my for me prepare by felt “I said. she autonomy,” of lot a us gives and ence firm. interning again with the city of Sanibel it would better better would it Sanibel of city the with again interning Department. Her projects will include leaf blower regula­ leaf blower include will Her projects Department. grant application on behalf of the city, grassroots com­ grassroots city, the of behalf on application grant a writing “Bike campaign, the education public materials, Sanibel” Hike and education public on research tion bachelor’s earlier this year from Taylor University, University, Taylor from a year earned this McGauran earlier releases. news bachelor’s various and city, the for floats event designing flyers, and materials tional informa­ various for design businesses, with munication eain. Snbl eiet MGua i prun a pursuing is McGauran resident, Sanibel A relations. public in majoring laude cum summa finished she where communication through Regent University. Regent through communication political in concentration a with government in master’s lo loig e o xlr wrig n oa govern­ local in working explore to me allowing also while degree, relations public my from gained I skills the regarding the usage, safety and local local and safety usage, platforms, micromobility of the implementation/banning regarding aube nweg frm ftr cre aprtos in aspirations government.” career future my for more gaining knowledge and learning Sanibel valuable on am here I community new process, my the about “In said. she ment,” Duke University in the fall. He will major in internation­ in major will He fall. the in University Duke grad­ a is Goss resident, Sanibel A departments. various shadowing also is He bikes. and scooters electric as such al comparative studies with a minor in French. in minor a with studies comparative al attend will and School Canterbury The at senior uating bgi Fece, 1t-rdr t ot Fort North at 10th-grader a Fletcher, Abigail integral part of my upbringing, and it is enlightening to enlightening is it and upbringing, my anof part been has integral “Sanibel said. Goss me,” to much so given counselor Christy Gordon, grandmother Barbara school grandmother as Gordon, Christy counselor thanks her offers She Award. Affairs Public in Women Young 2019 Sanibel-Captiva’s see how the city is run so seamlessly.” so run is city the how see yr Hg Sho, eevd h ot Cu of Club Zonta the received School, High Myers Fletcher and mother Diana'Fletcher watch on. watch Diana'Fletcher mother and Fletcher Collegein Michigan, then attendlawschool. those who wrote recommendations described Abigail’s char­ andself-confidence. acter,leadershipsenseof skills,justice, integrity, resilience of of others,”she said. ted, respectful, and one who always works for the betterment Zonta regionallyand nationally. from awards and recognitionfurther for compete to gible “The city of Sanibel provides a great learning experi­ learning great a provides Sanibel of city “The McGauran is interning in the Administration Administration the in interning is McGauran “The internship with the city has allowed me to utilize utilize me to allowed has city the with internship “The Goss has been tasked to complete a memorandum memorandum a complete to tasked been has Goss I i vr fliln t sre cmuiy ht has that community a serve to fulfilling very is “It Presenting the award, Ellen Strobel of Zonta noted thatnoted Zonta Strobelof Ellenaward, Presenting the “Abigail is described as mature, hardworking,mature,commit­ as described is“Abigail Her achievement as the YWPA recipientachievementYWPAeli­ Her makestheasher For For information about Zonta, visit Report your news to CAPTIVASANIBEL.COM to news your Report www.zontasancap.org PHOTO PROVIDED PHOTO .

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Sales Tax Holiday set 29,2019______breezenewspapers.com WeekMay of Wednesday, TeleHealth for virtual patient care Passed by the Florida Legislature and signed Lee County patients will no longer need to leave home ■ Cold and flu into law by Gov. Ron DeSantis, the 2019 Disaster when suffering from a minor injury or sickness. Lee ■ Sinus infections Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday will begin on May Health recently launched “Lee TeleHealth,” a 24/7 virtu­ ■ Rashes 31 and extends through June 6. al care service allowing a visit with a board-certified ■ Pink eye During the period, qualifying items related to physician and advanced provider for treatment of a vari­ ■ Headaches disaster preparedness are exempt from sales tax. However, the holiday does not apply to the ety of health concerns. ■ Urinary tract infections The service, costing $49 per visit, is available on ■ Allergies rental or repair of any qualifying items. demand via computer, smartphone or tablet. During the ■ Cough Additionally, it does not apply to sales in a theme virtual visit, patients have the ability to interact with the ■ Sprains and strains park, entertainment complex, public lodging estab­ doctor via their device’s camera to receive a diagnosis Every visit is encrypted to protect private information, lishment or airport. and, if necessary, a referral or prescription. and patients can expect the same level of care they would For more information and a list of qualifying “Lee TeleHealth is a game changer for patients, espe­ receive in a traditional doctor’s office. For current Lee items, visit floridarevenue.com/disasterprep. cially those with hectic lives who might otherwise strug­ Health patients, telehealth visits are added to their health gle to find time to make it to the doctor’s office. When it record to ensure continuity comes to minor sicknesses and injuries, Lee TeleHealth of care. offers the luxury of no more waiting rooms, no more sit­ To download the app, ting in traffic during season and the option to see a doc­ visit the app store on a tor at a time that is convenient for you,” Lee Physician smartphone or tablet and Group Chief Administrative Officer Kris Fay said. search for “Lee “Telemedicine is transforming the way health care TeleHealth.” B e u r n u f providers interact with patients, and we look forward to To access a virtual visit continue embracing new technology to provide the best from a computer, visit: U n i q u e T r e a s u r e ! f r o m . possible care.” https://leetelehealth.org. THE USA AND AROUND THE WORLD Lee TeleHealth provides an alternative for busy par­ After signing up, the ents and professionals. If a more thorough examination is patient’s information will required, the physician will refer the patient to a Lee be preloaded for every vir­ Convenient Care or Lee Physician Group doctor. tual visit. Patients using the telehealth service can seek treat­ Lee TeleHealth does not ment and receive a prescription for a variety of condi­ accept insurance at this tions, including: time. ------______Local business giving back to CHR

Starting in May 2018, Community Housing and Resources has been hosting a Give Back Wednesday campaign at one of its supporter’s loca­

tions. The location donates a per­ Reporter Island centage of its daily sales to CHR. The next one will take place on June 5 at The Clam Shack, at 2407 Periwinkle Way, Suite 5, Sanibel. In addition, Bailey’s General Store on Sanibel is par­ ticipating over the summer by donating a portion of its wine sale proceeds on the first Wednesday of each month. The next date is set for June 5. Businesses interested in participating in the campaign can contact CHR Executive Director Melissa Rice at 239-472-1189 or [email protected]. Stop by Business Notes I for our Refuge bids farewell Michigan Credit Union in Bonita and to deputy manager Naples. As the first Florida employee of Spring The J.N. “Ding” Darling National Lake Michigan Credit Union she helped establish key relationships with Southwest Wildlife Refuge and “Ding” Darling Florida Realtors, builders, attorneys and Wildlife Society-Friends of the Refuge Specials! will bid a fond adieu to Refuge Deputy title companies. Originally from Illinois, Culotta Manager Nate Caswell this week. He is heading to a new position at the worked for several mortgage lending firms, including Lynmar Lending Group, New Mexico Fish and Wildlife Award Conservation Office in Albuquerque, New Guaranteed Rate and Prism Mortgage. Mexico. Winner for SalusCare to host Job Fair Caswell has serv.ed in the position at "Best Boutique the Sanibel refuge since November 2016. SalusCare, a provider of behavioral healthcare services, will host a Job Fair on of the Islands" Again! Culotta joins SanCap June 4 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at its Evans Campus, at 3763 Evans Ave., Fort Myers. Community Bank Among the open positions are full­ Linda Culotta recently joined Sanibel time, part-time and PRN positions such as Unique Jewelry, Gifts, Sandals, Sportswear and Accessories Captiva Community Bank as a senior loan clinical staff, intake clinicians, dietary for Men, Women & Children. officer and will work in both Bonita aides, clerical staff, nurses and behavioral Springs and Naples. health technicians. Her primary responsibility is to expand Those interested will be able to com­ the bank’s lending footprint in the mar­ plete an application on-site, speak with kets. hiring managers and learn more about Culotta brings a wealth of lending benefits. experience to the bank with over 18 years For more information, visit specializing in mortgage financing. Most www.saluscareflorida.org/careers. recently, she was a loan officer for Lake Island Reporter______captivasanibel.com______Week of Wednesday, May 29, 2019 B Page lj) county owned the title to the 2005 Volkswagen Beetle. Volkswagen 2005 the to title the owned county outlined the proposal for the board. the for proposal the outlined S Collections filed a lawsuit in federal court in March March in court federal in lawsuit a filed Collections he said. time,” some quite for on going been has it litigation, ment and several state law claims arising from the car. In car.the from arising claims law state several and ment 08 gis te ony sig o cprgt infringe­ copyright for suing county, the against 2018 Prior to the vote, Lee County Attorney Richard Wesch Wesch Richard Attorney Lee County Prior vote, to the “Commissioners, as you’re intimately aware of this of aware intimately you’re as “Commissioners, According to county documents, Kirby Rambo Rambo Kirby documents, county to According el oe Bug Love hell A Neighbors Helping Neighbors Helping Neighbors A to grow to meet the demands of our community thanks to the generosity of of generosity the to thanks community the our continues on of F.I.S.H. cars, demands organization their the of out meet service and to social kitchens grow to the residents’ been in has Started F.I.S.H. islands. years, 37 over For our donors and volunteers. and donors our The mission of F.I.S.H. is to ‘Lend a a ‘Lend to is F.I.S.H. of mission The visit here, and F.I.S.H. has something for everyone. Programs ranging from from ranging Programs everyone. for something has F.I.S.H. and here, visit emergency financial assistance to our food pantry, educational workshops workshops educational pantry, food our to assistance financial emergency and social events; it is our goal to offer services that can assist, educate, and and educate, assist, can that services offer to goal our is it events; social and enrich Social Service Organization Service Social lig gbors ighb e N elping H to say that 93% of every dollar donated goes directly to our to directly goes donated dollar every of 93% that say to F.I.S.H. This This F.I.S.H. OF SANCAP, 2430-B Periwinkle Way, Sanibel FL 33957 33957 FL Sanibel Way, Periwinkle 2430-B SANCAP, OF F.I.S.H. LE CONCERT SERI S IE R E S T R E C N O C E IL O C From page 1 page From Awareness Ad is Sponsored Sponsored isAd Awareness OOR R HNIG LIVES. CHANGING ARE RS DONO 239-472-4775 fishofsancap.org 239-472-4775 etary damages against the county and ownership of the of ownership and county the against damages etary mon­ seeking been has Collections Rambo Kirby suit, the vehicle. Rambo Collections was not entitled to ownership or pos­ or ownership to entitled not was Collections Rambo pertained to the copyright allegations. copyright the to pertained claims remaining The law. state under car the of session tonys fie n otie ea cusl ae been have the litigation, counsel throughout interests the county’s legal protecting outside and office Attorney’s A U.S. District Court previously ruled that Kirby Kirby that ruled previously Court District U.S. A According to the documents, while the Lee County County Lee the while documents, the to According F.I.S.H. would not be able to provide the services the provide to able be not would F.I.S.H. epn ad to Hand’ Helping OF those who live, work or or work live, who those

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Page 11 Page Artist From page 1 Participants will receive a free jour­ tion of his journals and art starting in mid-February in the Visitor & M

nal to carry with them as they follow 29,2019 WeekMay of Wednesday, Anderson on an art and nature learning Education Center auditoriums, on the adventure along Indigo Trail to the heels of the Clyde Butcher Wildlife Education Boardwalk. Photographic 75 th Anniversary Stay tuned for other art programs to Exhibition on Nov. 13 through Feb. 5. be announced at ding75.org. “I am excited to be inspired by some “Our refuge was created by conser­ of ‘Ding’ Darling’s most famous con­ vation artist Jay Norwood ‘Ding’ servation cartoons as part of my body of Darling in 1945, so it’s more than fit­ work at the refuge,” Anderson said. ting that we begin celebrating our 75th “Darling could be considered one of the anniversary with interpretive art pro­ original wildlife doodling storytellers, grams,” Supervisory Refuge Ranger and that’s essentially how I work.” Toni Westland said. “Darling, who cre­ Anderson’s fine art hangs in the ated the Federal Duck Stamp program, homes of collectors and has been in designed the first duck stamp and the publications around the United States, refuge system’s Blue Goose logo. He including Gray’s Sporting Journal, won the Pulitzer Prize twice for his pop­ Backcountry Journal and Gulfshore ular political cartoons throughout the Life. In the interest of conservation, he 1920s and ‘30s.” has donated his work to DDWS, ______Anderson also will mentor youth Bonefish & Tarpon Trust, Captains for groups, including a mural project onsite Clean Water, and other non-profits. He at the Quality Life Center of Southwest has „been visiting Sanibel since his Florida in Dunbar and a PACE Center childhood, for more than 40 years. Reporter breezenewspapers.com______Island for Girls art workshop at the refuge. The For more information about Gardner families are sponsoring the Anderson’s work, visit PACE Center event along with DDWS, edandersonart.com. which is also seeking sponsors for other To sponsor Artist ‘in Residence” pro­ outreach and onsite educational activi­ grams, contact DDWS Executive ties. Director Birgie Miller at 239-472- Anderson’s work this spring and 1100 ext. 4 or director®dingdarlingso- summer will culminate in a free exhibi­ ciety.org.

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Ingredients in the Tastiest Wood-Fired Pizza & Local Refuge From page 1 ----- Craft Draft Beer meetings in April, which drew about 20 Westland noted that the final proposal on the Islands people. could also go up to headquarters for “There were a few questions, but they review. all came knowing it was a public meeting If approved, refuge signage and infor­ to give their input. We’ve gotten lots of mation in multiple publications would I c y C o ld , Sf+toofh comments from them,” Westland said. “I need updating. and ‘Refreshing was happy that people really do support “So we’ve got some time to imple­ and love their national refuge.” ment,” she said of the tentative 2020 date. As for the proposed changes, the annu­ Residents and visitors are encouraged lO C A L to provide input. C R 4B T al pass and vehicle fee increases would tie BEER directly into funding improvements and “We’re blessed to manage the lands •...-dr. maintenance, but the elimination of the and keep it safe for wildlife and people, hiker-biker fee is a sort of “green” move. but it’s definitely their public lands,” “Our thinking was to promote less fos­ Westland said. “So now is the time to sil fuels, promote people being green, by come forward and submit their feedback.” HAPPY HOUR getting out of their vehicles,” she said, For more information or to submit a 4:30-6:00 • 7 DAYS referring to visitors exploring Wildlife comment, visit [email protected] or Drive by foot or bicycle instead. contact Supervisory Refuge Ranger Toni The refuge is proposing to implement Westland at 239-472-1100 ext. 237 or PLANT BASED & VEGAN OPTIONS [email protected]. the changes on Oct. 1, 2020. 1200 Periwinkle Way Westland explained that the comments “They can drop off their comments,” he purchase of each adult entree are being reviewed and considered before she said. “We have comment cards they (239)472-1998 • Full Liquor a final decision is made. Comparing the can fill out also in the Visitor & Education Open 4:30-9:00 pm 7 days Present this ad to your server. Center.” Must be seated prior to 5:30 p.m. feedback to what is being proposed, Take Out Available • Gluten Free Pasta Not valid on Pizza or with any aspects may change or stay the same. The J.N. “Ding”. Darling National other coupon or discount. “The proposal then goes to the region­ Wildlife Refuge is at 1 Wildlife Drive. matzaluna.net Expires 6/5/19 al office for review,” she said. Island Reporter______captivasanibel.com______Week of Wednesday, May 29, 2019 B Page 12 Your t s. m o .c rs lto a e R L F W rS u o .Y w w w w e s t Corner, 3 BR, 2 2 BR, 3 Corner, t s e w ► . V Remodeled Top Floor, 2 BR, 2 BA, vaulted Ceilings, Large Ceilings, BR,BA, 22vaulted Floor, Top Remodeled w e s t is The Best! R em odeled w /D e s lg n e r Finishes. D irect Gulf, irect D Finishes. r e n lg s e /D w odeled em R Best! The is t s e w Open Kitchen, Expansive Lanai w /stunning Gulf Sunset Gulf /stunning w Lanai Expansive Kitchen, Open ul,Cerd Fle, emt n lc,2Stsfo Gulf from Sites 2 Place, in Permits Filled, Cleared, Build, ow lo western Exposure, Near Beach, 119 x 396, Ready to Ready 396, x 119 Beach, Near Exposure, western Dest o lx communiy ol reu ondo C orgeous G Pool ity n u m m o c plex, Com ensity D ao oao 239.470.8628 Lomano Jason ao oao 239.470.8628 Lomano Jason St ng ust rm WrpArud Lanai round rap-A W From Sunsets g in n n tu /S w ao oao 239.470.8628 Lomano Jason Views, Excellent Established Rentals Established Excellent Views, [email protected] lom jason@ AO LOMANO JASON YTESA $1,595,000 SEA THE BY 239-470-8628 UFRDELT $699,000 LOTRIDGEGULF ADONE $714,900 SANDPOINTE a b , aieKthn DietBahwal out, u -o lk a w Beach irect D Kitchen, ranite G L L E H S c U A Y O R R

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Summer activities From page 14 “Based on the theme, there’s different Big Pine Key and we camp out. Our activities throughout the day, Stainken campsite is right on the water,’ Stainken said. “You get to get up close and person­ said. But, all campers get to surf every day al with a lot of sea creatures.” after lunch, and a surf paddle race is held The Sanibel Sea School is focused on every Friday. pushing outside of the comfort zone. “We teach the basics of surfing,” she “We understand that the ocean can be a scary place, especially for kids, but we said. There are also programs for the older also understand it can be an empowering teens in the family. and special place,” she said. “We have a few different paddleboard­ For more details or to register, visit www.sanibelseaschool.org/sanibel-camps ing camps throughout the summer,” Stainken said. or call 239-472-8585. “Have Paddleboard, Will Survive The Sanibel Sea School’s main campus Week” is a co-ed option, while “Wahine is at 455 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. Toa Week” is for the girls only. Both include learning to paddleboard, taking The Community House trips around Sanibel and an overnight Home to the Culinary Education campout. Center of Sanibel, The Community House “We have two weeks ,of Keys Coral will offer for the second season in a row Reef Week,” she said. the Kids Summer Cooking Classes and PHOTO PROVIDED The overnight camping expeditions are Camp, with Resident Chef Jarred Hams. Merit Foster and Sophia Schroy prepare a Mexican dish during a youth open to ages 11-12 and 13-15, separately. cooking class at The Community House on Sanibel. “We take the group of kids down to See SUMMER ACTIVITIES, page 16 SUNDAY BRUNCH BUFFET 9am - 2pm

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crafts will highlight the free summer programs running running programs summer free the highlight will crafts June 5 through Aug. 3 at the J.N. “Ding” Darling Darling “Ding” J.N. the at 3 Aug. through 5 June National Wildlife Refuge on Sanibel. on Refuge Wildlife National related to it. Meet in the Visitor & Education Center Center Education & Visitor the classroom. in Meet it. to craft related take-home a make and animal refuge a about session learn reading-and-crafts 45-minute each of Attendees ecosystem’s plants, mammals, birds and reptiles. Geared Geared reptiles. and the birds mammals, to plants, ecosystem’s tour one-hour the a discuss and to identify Boardwalk lead Education Wildlife they as naturalists refuge Free summer programs at refuge to begin in June in begin to refuge at programs summer Free for adults and children. Bring water, sunscreen and bug bug and sunscreen water, Bring children. and adults for pa. et t h fapl i fot f h Vstr & Visitor the of front in flagpole the at Meet spray. last year,” he said. he year,” last they’re participating with other kids other with participating they’re Harris kitchen,” professional a in but setting, team a in safety kitchen and fundamentals. Summer activities Summer s e o uy 9 o u. fo 9 from 2 noon. to a.m. Aug. to 29 July for set is cook.” to andlove who cook, to like kids “The said. tation and learning to make breads, breads, make to learning and tation n ats —• pastas ent cheese mozzarella even differ­ and pizza make to how cover will Tuesday while salsas, and soups hleg, wih il nal divid­ entail will which challenge,” recipes to make, such as different fla­ as such different make, to recipes different but similar them then giving and groups into participants the ing vors of cupcakes. of vors prizes. lunch. Italian be pos ht, hns ie ht” he that,” like said. things hats, aprons, desserts, with participants learning to learning participants with desserts, roons. Friday will be the second and maca­ second the be will French Friday roons. to puffs, cream and cookies tuiies from everything make of the theme. the of challenge. team final from 9 a.m. to noon. to a.m. 9 5-9 from Aug. on held be will camp ond - from scratch. from - idie odr tls wel wls n nature and walks weekly talks, Wonders Wildlife The schedule of weekly activities is as follows: as is activities weekly of schedule The Raig n h Rfg, ensas t 0 a.m.: 10 at Wednesdays Refuge, the in Reading ■ ■ Indigo Trail Walk, Thursdays at 10 a.m.: Join Join a.m.: 10 at Thursdays Walk, Trail Indigo ■ “We had a very good response response good very a had “We Participants will learn the culinary culinary the learn will Participants Open to ages 8-T4, the first camp camp first the 8-T4, ages to Open techniques different learn “They Monday will cover kitchen orien­ kitchen cover will Monday Wednesday will be the first “team “team first the be will Wednesday The winning team is awarded awarded is team winning The will theme the that noted Harris hrdy il ou sll on solely focus will Thursday utensils, culinary “They’re “It’s strictly desserts,” Harris said Harris desserts,” strictly “It’s looe oae 81, h sec­ the 8-14, ages to open Also that fresh is best,” Harris said. Harris best,” is fresh that flavor. and cook international cuisine from from cuisine international cook and the theme being fresh ingredients and ingredients fresh being the theme said. he world,” around the globe. the around tarian, plus some meat, dishes. dishes. the meat, with China, be some will Wednesday plus tarian, vege­ and participants flatbreads to cook learning with herbs, and spices theme of rice and noodles. and rice of theme make noodles,” he said. he noodles,” make theme is cookies, cakes and pasties. and cakes cookies, is theme tinent of Africa and a coco and spice and coco a and Africa of tinent Harris said. Harris from different regions, such as south, as such dishes regions, different from and spices and countries the about learn will Participants theme. west and central. and west know about,” he said. he about,” know didn’t probably they that Africa from day or $250 for a week, which which week, a for lunch. includes $250 or day at noon for week two. week for noon at with you through life forever,” forever,” children if life that adding said, through Harris you with that passion at a young age. an young a at passion that develop is and it support to cooking opportunity in interest show 19 at noon for week one and July 26 26 July and one week for noon at 19 Participants will learn to prepare prepare to learn will Participants Tuesday is India and the theme is theme the and India is Tuesday them teach to want basically “I the around tour a like is “This ody il e hiad with Thailand, be will Monday Lan o t co, er to learn cook, to how “Learn rdy il e rne n the and France be will Friday The week wraps up with the con­ the with up wraps week The I’ gig ob applr day,” popular a be to going “It’s “And different things that come come that things different “And The registration fees are $50 per per $50 are fees registration The The deadlines to sign up are July are up sign to deadlines The “Cooking is a skill that you carry you that skill a is “Cooking From page 15- page From Education Center. Education refuge’s Gulf-front Perry Tract. City parking fees apply. fees parking City the Tract. Perry explore Gulf-front to refuge’s Park Gulfside at convenes program hour h mseiso aaes algtr, rcdls horse­ crocodiles, alligators, manatees, of mysteries the about program indoor 30-minute the lead staff education spray. bug and sunscreen water, Bring shoe crabs and birds in the Visitor & Education Center Center Education & auditorium. Visitor the in birds and crabs shoe Wildlife Society-Friends of the Refuge. the of Society-Friends Wildlife visit dingdarlingsociety.org/articles/free-refuge-pro- grams. dingdarlingsociety.org/articles/free-refuge-pro- visit No pre-registration is necessary to participate. to necessary is pre-registration No Programming supported by the “Ding” Darling or Darling 237 ext. “Ding” 239-472-1100 call information, more For the by supported Programming one- The a.m.: 9 at Fridays Walk, Beach Family ■ ■ Wildlife Wonders, Saturdays at 11 a.m.: Refuge Refuge a.m.: 11 at Saturdays Wonders, Wildlife ■ ter, visit visit ter, house.net on June 3-7. School June on Bible Vacation free its host SchoolBible Vacation Sanibel. Way, Periwinkle opee ffhgaes i wl be p.m. 7:15 will to 4 from held it fifth-graders, completed ation games, science, crafts and and crafts science, games, ation contact Holly Patton-Roark at 239- 239- at Patton-Roark Holly contact dinner provided. and dinner stories Bible with along music, with recre­ fun interplanetary include belchurch.com hrh il ot t Vcto Bible Vacation its host will Church or 122 ext. 472-2684 colo ue 10-14.School on June Wendy Warner will lead the week of Nurse of week the lead will Leader Warner Parish Wendy and Youth Warner Meghan communities, ing surround­ the from children and tors Parish the in campus. the at noon Hall to a.m. 9 from ter, call 239-472-2173 or saint- visit or 239-472-2173 call ter, learning, singing and activities. and singing learning, Episcopal Church is at 2304 2304 at is Church Episcopal michaels-sanibel.org. Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. Way, Periwinkle 1740 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. Way, Periwinkle 1740 For more information or to regis­ to or information more For The Community House is at 2173 2173 at is House Community The The week-long program will will program week-long The through preschoolers to Open will Church Community Sanibel For more details or to register, register, to or details more For aie Cmuiy hrh s at is Church Community Sanibel re n oe t ilnes visi­ islanders, to open and Free held be will it 5-12, ages to Open SL Michael & All Angels Episcopal The deadline to sign up is June 7. June is up sign to deadline The For more information or to regis­ to or information more For St. Michael & All Angels Angels All & Michael St. or 239-472-2155. or www.sanibelcommunity- www.sanibelcommunity- udd Family guided a for Park City Meet at Gulfside at Meet Fridays at 9 a.m. 9 at Fridays on Walk Beach . PHOTO PROVIDED PHOTO holly@sani- holly@sani-

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aboard the Ripple Effect and ate a delicious lunch while ______enjoying waterfront views at The Dixie Fish Co. our environment,” volunteer Gina Cunningham said. “Our volunteers are so generous to share their time “I’m happy to help the Sea School’s mission any way and talent with us,” Development Director Chrissy I can.” Basturk said. “We are able to depend on them when we The Sanibel Sea School is a non-profit organization need extra hands, and we feel very lucky to have such a whose mission is to improve the ocean’s future, one per­ Sanibel-Captiva Islander Sanibel-Captiva great team supporting us.” son at a time. For more information, visit sani- Volunteers assist with a variety of tasks, from updat­ belseaschool.org or call 239-472-8585. ASHIMA' / C C * — v f £ C # *1 A — Fort Myers Beach Khwanis THRIFT SHOP Thanks-You, & for your continued TUESDAYS support which makes it possible for us to do projects which benefit the ChOdren o f our community. Shima Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar at Sundial Beach Resort & Spa is celebrating summer with a special 2 for 1 menu on Tuesdays.

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oain fo te ulc o is nul rs & Trash 9 annual from 9 its Nov. for for scheduled is which public Sale, the Treasures from donations resource organization for members 50 years and older older and years 50 members for organization resource Sale,” Treasures & Trash said. event, the of upcoming co-chair Sawyer, Dorothy our for items) center at Sanibel. on center the at p.m. 2 to a.m. Sale Treasures & Trash very excited about this year’s event. year’s this about excited very islands. the of and visitors or residents are social who enrichment, an is group The center. the at ntos eddf po ing upcom r fo needed onations D F.I.S.H. of Sanibel-Captiva home health provider provider health home Sanibel-Captiva of F.I.S.H. list as a provider for our community,” F.I.S.H. F.I.S.H. information gather to community,” opportunity our meet­ wonderful “This a said. for is ing Monroe Y. Kathy provider Director a resource Program our in as included and list vetted be to application The Island Seniors at the Center 4 Life is seeking seeking is Life 4 Center the at Seniors Island The “We are still in need of donations (clean, gently-used gently-used (clean, donations of need in still are “We The sale is organized by the Island Seniors, volunteers volunteers Seniors, Island the by is organized sale The eir Porm aae Ay soioBon is Esposito-Brown Amy Manager Program Seniors home health industry will have the the have will industry health home opportunity to complete the the complete to opportunity “Professionals who work in the the in work who “Professionals Caring People, Inspiring Health. Inspiring People, Caring just right,” she said. she right,” just kayaking, aerobics, computers, arts and so much more,” more,” much so and arts computers, aerobics, kayaking, like programs their support help proceeds the all and Life center and browse before the sale. the before browse and center to home decor to golf clubs to dishes — and the price is price the — and dishes to clubs golf to decor home to said.she 239-472-5743. care industry professionals and share experiences experiences commu­ our in share day.” provide every they nity and work valuable the professionals health­ about with network industry to and care industry the to pertinent assistants and CNAs, companions, home health health serve to home willing are who companions, more and CNAs, workers agency and assistants or Anthony Morales at 239-472-4775. at Morales Anthony or attend. to invited are residents Captiva and Sanibel “This is a huge event for the Island Seniors/Center 4 Seniors/Center Island the for event huge a is “This The Center 4 Life is at 2401 Library Way. Library 2401 at is Life 4 Center The callthe center donating, about at information more For items craft from treasures of variety wide a have “We the by stop to welcome is the public that noted Sawyer Professional home health workers, nurses, nurse nurse nurses, workers, health home Professional A continental breakfast will be provided. be will breakfast continental A For more information or to RSVP, contact Monroe Monroe contact RSVP, to or information more For 3. June by requested are RSVPs r e d n a Z - Report your news to CAPTIVASANIBEL.COM to news your Report PHOTO PROVIDED PHOTO

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Danner presented island the two countries share. 53 “Another Christian View on Abortion.” Information about the trip is available from the church “Many people automatically assume that all office. i Christians are opposed to a woman’s right to choose Free and open to the public, the seminars are present­ when it comes to abortion,” SCUCC’s senior pastor said. ed in Heron Hall. I “However, that is not the case.” Rev. Dr. Rev. Because each one stands alone, participants may John H. Danner Deb Kunkel 0 On June 2 and 9 - in recognition of Ramadan - attend any or all presentations. Danner will present a two-part series called “A History On June 16, SCUCC will welcome Michelle McKay, Sanibel Congregational United Church of Christ is at and Theology of Islam.” The first session will explore the with Global Ministries. As a mission co-worker with the 2050 Periwinkle Way. history of the beginnings of Islam, and the second session National Spiritual Council of Churches of Haiti, an ecu­ For more information, call 239-472-0497 or visit 1 will examine important theological considerations. menical church organization, she teaches conversational www.sanibelucc.org. Estero High student wins ‘Leave the Scene Clean’ contest The cover of the 30th Annual Keep may use the calendar as a fundraiser. Lopes, North Fort Myers High School; Honorable mentions - Bella Lee County Beautiful “Leave the Scene The submitted work was judged on Heidi Hernandez, Cypress Lake High DeMay, Cypress Lake High School Clean” Calendar will feature the art­ artistic execution and originality as well School; and Emma Gillen, Estero High Ashley Ortiz, Dunbar High School; work of Estero High School senior as environmental theme. The judging School and Bethllenix Angel Zubieta, East Lee Chrisdeana Schneider. panel was made up of five volunteers County High School Nine other students from the School including a Lee County School District Grade 10 District of Lee County won first place director. ■ First place - Emma Roth, Estero Grade 12 ► for their grade level and will have their No students from The Sanibel School High School ■ First place - Brianna Johnson, •a artwork displayed inside the calendar. placed at elementary or middle school ■ Honorable mentions — Chloe Cypress Lake High School £ The 2020 calendar will be produced levels. Lange, North Fort Myers High School; ■ Honorable mentions - Zita Baten- 8 over the summer and ready for distribu­ The high school winners included: and Christopher Hultgren, Cypress Lake Hemandez, Dunbar High School; and tion in the fall. High School Merari Salinas, Cypress Lake High The calendars will be sold through Grade 9 School the schools with all money raised being ■ First place - Kaitlyn Logue, Grade 11 retained by participating schools. Any Cypress Lake High School ■ First place — Kimberly Sarabia, school or student environmental club ■ Honorable mentions - Heloysa Estero High School Gulfshore Tenors to perform summer concert The Shell Point Retirement Community’s Fantasia” and “Sway” — all songs made Summer Concert Series will welcome a per­ famous by singers such as D Divo, Andy formance by the Gulfshore Tenors on June Williams and Elvis Presley. 12 at 7 p.m. in the Grand Cypress Room at Tickets are $20 and can be purchased at The Woodlands at Shell Point www.shellpoint.org/summer or 239-454- The Gulfshore Tenors will perform, for 2067. Tickets purchased online or by phone their fifth year in Southwest Florida, a will be held for pick-up at will call on the diverse repertoire of musical selections night of the performance. including standard love songs of the 20th The Woodlands at Shell Point is at century like “Unchained Melody,” “Nella 14441 Woodsong Lane, Fort Myers. Report your news to THE ISLANDER: captivasanibel.com Are you enjoying life less because you’re afraid of FALLING? Do people tell you that dizziness & losing your balance are just an unavoidable part of aging? They’re wrong: The key is good balance health - and we can help you achieve it, no matter what your age. Problems with balance can lead to falls - did you know that each year, more than 350,000 Americans break a hip because of falling? Even worse, only half of them live beyond a year due to complications. This could be prevented with good balance health. 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toonist and conservationist Jay Norwood “Ding” captivasanibel.com Darling saw to the opening of the Sanibel National Wildlife Refuge in 1945. “Jay Darling would surely be proud of how far the refuge has come since its inception,” Doris Hardy, chair of the 75th Anniversary Committee, said. “It has added significant acreage to the complex, built a Visitor & Education Center, consistently celebrated conservation art, educated hundreds of millions, and, most importantly, given wildlife a safe haven. We feel we have every right and responsibility to celebrate the occasion in a big way.” ______The Clyde Butcher Photography 75th Anniversary Celebration will run through Feb. 5 and will include 35 of his renowned images from his Everglades collection, exhibition coordinator Ann-Marie Wildman said. “The underlying message to this important exhibition Islander Sanibel-Captiva is the value of preserving the fragile Everglades habitat and the quality of our waterways,” DDWS Executive Director Birgie Miller said. “We are seeking sponsors to WOODY WALTERS help support the exhibition and its mission.” Photographer Clyde, f ; To become an exhibition sponsor, contact Dot Butcher shoots with Voorhees at [email protected] or 239-472- large-format cameras. 1100 ext. 239. For more information on the exhibition and anniversary events, visit Ding75.org.

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MARK ______Mucky Duck GENE PETER PETER PERRY GREG WATTS JOHN McLANE ENGLISH DUPUY 11546 Andy Rosse FEDERICO REDPATH REDPATH 4:30 to 9 p.m. 4:30 to 9 p.m. Lane, Captiva 4:30 to 9 p.m. 4:30 to 9 p.m. 4:30 to 9 p.m. 4:30 to 9 p.m. 4:30 to 9 p.m.

Point Ybel Brewing OPEN REGGAE LIVE MUSIC 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. WEEKLY OPEN MIC Company, JAZZ & 2 p.m. to 16120 San Carlos BLUEGRASS JAM EVERY FIRST 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. 11:30 p.m. Islander Sanibel-Captiva Blvd. Fort Myers 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. SUNDAY ROYCE ALLGOOD SAM FELKER STEVE McDOUGALL ROYCE ALLGOOD SAM FELKER ROYCE ALLGOOD STEVE McDOUGALL RC Otters @ noon @ noon @ noon @ noon @ noon @ noon @ noon 11506 Andy Rosse PAT McCUNE PAT McCUNE FRANK THOMSON PAT McCUNE GEO RODERICK ROYCE ALLGOOD PAT McCUNE Lane, Captiva 6 to 10 p.m. 6 to 10 p.m. 6 to 10 p.m. 6 to 10 p.m. 6 to 10 p.m. 6 to 10 p.m. 6 to 10 p.m.

The Jac Sanibel GREG Island Bar & Grille TONY G RAY AND NATASHA GREG POMPARELLI JAMES PRATHER QUENTEN NEON SUMMER AND THE DOC AND COMPANY 1223 Periwinkle 7 to 11 p.m. 7 to 11 p.m. 7 to 11 p.m. 7 to 11 p.m. 7 to 11 p.m. 7 to 11 p.m. Way, Sanibel 7 to 11 p.m. CHRIS DANNY DANNY Traders WORKMAN MORGAN AND MORGAN AND 1551 Periwinkle 7 to 10 p.m. FRIENDS FRIENDS Way, Sanibel 7 to 10 p.m. 7 to 10 p.m.

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Upper Deck Pool Bar at West Wind Inn SAM DeARMOND BERNIE HYLAND BOBBY BLAKEY JEFF GREENE 3345 West Gulf 5 to 7 p.m. 5 to 7 p.m. 5 to 7 p.m. 5 to 7 p.m. Drive, Sanibel ISi AND CALENDAR Center, at 3333 Sanibel-Captiva Road, Vive VR experience features the “Coral thursday, may 30 Sanibel. Cost is $5; free to members and Reef, Whale Encounter and Deep Sea” Making the Land Work children. For information, call 239-472- experience. Also experiment with paint­ A walking tour of the Bailey 2329 or visit www.sccf.org. ing in a 3-D space with Google Tilt Homestead Preserve from 10 to 11 a.m. Coffee, Tea and Trivia Brush. For ages 10 and over. One user blends the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Coffee, Tea and per session; first come, first served. No Foundation’s mission-driven work on the Trivia at 7 p.m. in the registration required. For information, historic property, history of the land and Carpenter’s Cafe & call 239-472-2483. stories about the Bailey family. Bookstore at Sanibel monday, june 3 Suggested $5 donation; free to members Community Church, at and children. Meet at the Conservation 1740 Periwinkle Way, Monday Movie Gateway Kiosk at the head of the Shipley Sanibel. Family-friendly fun for all ages. Matinee Trail, at 3333 Sanibel-Captiva Road, Cafe opens at 6:30 p.m.; all cafe proceeds For its Monday Sanibel. For information, call 239-472- go to missions. For information, call Beth Movie Matinee, the 2329 or visit www.sccf.org. Bums at 239-896-0058. Sanibel Public Library TUrtle Tracks will show “Wall-e” Learn about the life cycles and habits friday, may 31 from 1 to 3 p.m. at of the sea turtles and shorebirds that nest Experience Virtual Reality 770 Dunlop Road, on Sanibel beaches, the Sanibel-Captiva Explore a vivid underwater world full Sanibel. Get out of the Conservation Foundation’s monitoring of sea life from 11 a.m. to. noon at the heat, relax and watch a activities and what it is doing to protect Sanibel Public Library, at 770 Dunlop movie. Oscar-winning Road, Sanibel. The 5-10 minute HTC them from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Nature See ISLAND CALENDAR, page 25 Fred Newman Vicki S. Panico REALTOR, e-PRO, SCIS REALTOR, e-PRO, SFR, BPOR, RSPS, P$A 239-826-2704 239-980-0088 [email protected] [email protected] ROYAL'qSHELL. Real Estate Island Life Begins with the Island Real Estate Experts mm

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SaniBeC Captiva M islander 29,2019 Weekof May Wednesday, CALENDAR Report your news to CAPTIVASANIBEL.COM Public Library, at 770 Dunlop Road, From page 23 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. Make flower Captiva Conservation Foundation’s sea turtle research program. For information, Sanibel. The professor will introduce a CGI-animated delight about the misadven­ figures or animals. Limited class size; first come first served. Children must be visit www.ambuyoga.com or call 239- brand-new show called “Outer Space tures of the last robot on Earth, circa 2800, Science.” It will take the audience into the who romances a sleek, high-tech android. accompanied by an adult due to the com- 314-9642. plexity/dexterity required. For informa­ science of space. The professor will share No registration required. For information, tuesday, june 4 about the solar system, space travel, grav­ call Deanna Evans at 239-472-2483. tion, call 239-472-2155 or visit sanibel- communityhouse.net. R.E.A.D. with Bessie ity, stars and more. His new friend, Darcy, Current Events New Moon Meditation If you love dogs will help him along the way. DoDad’s Normally held at BIG ARTS, Current and books, then A New Lab is full of audience participation, Events will tafce place at 10 a.m. at The you might enjoy experiments, original music, learning and Community House, at 2173 Periwinkle Moon Meditation reading to Bessie, a laughter. No registration required. For Way, Sanibel. Enjoy lively discussion of bearded collie and class will be information, call Deanna Evans at 239- the biggest headlines. For information, Reading Education 472-2483. contact Malcolm Martini at 239-395- held at 7:30

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on the beach captivasanibel.com cost. For information, call Deanna Evans for all experience levels. Cost is $15 for as the sun sets members and $20 for guests. For infor­ and the moon rises. Bring a towel or blan­ at 239-472-2483. mation, call 239-472-2155 or visit ket to sit on. Meet at Alison Hagerup Do-Dads Outer Space Science sanibelcommunityhouse.net. Beach Park, at 14790 Captiva Drive, A Summer Reading Program activity, Shell Crafters Captiva. Suggested donation of $10-15, “Do-Dads Outer Space Science” will take R U n i U E R S E Shell Crafting Class from 10 a.m. to 1 with all proceeds to benefit the Sanibel- place from 3 to 4 p.m. at the Sanibel O F 5 T 0 R I E 5 p.m. at The Community House, at 2173

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thin prosciutto slices and served with balsamic barbeque sauce. Islander Sanibel-Captiva I serve it regularly at my restaurant Sapore with great reviews 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar from my customers. Serves eight (Chef tip: I like to grind my 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard own meats but you can have your butcher do it for you.) 1 tablespoon orange marmalade 1 teaspoon sea salt 1 pound veal shoulder roast 1 pound beef round Trim the veal, beef and pork meat of all tendons and sinew. Cut all into one-inch 1 pound pork loin pieces. Season with salt, pepper and nutmeg. Chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour. 1 teaspoon sea salt Heat olive oil in a frying pan and saute the onion, carrots and garlic until soft about 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 10-15 minutes. Grind meat and Mortadella twice in the meat grinder; do not use a food 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg processor. If you do not have a meat grinder, ask the butcher to do it for you. Place the 1/4 pound thinly sliced Mortadella Loretta Paganini ground meat in a large bowl. 4 large eggs Add the cooked vegetables, eggs, bread crumbs, cheese, parsley, and enough milk to 3 cups fresh plain breadcrumbs make the mixture moist. Cook a small patty of meat to taste and adjust seasoning with 1 cup freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese salt and pepper. Mix the ingredients together with wet hands. 1 tablespoon fresh Italian parsley, chopped Take the meat mixture and shape it into a loaf. Wrap the loaf with prosciutto, taking 1/4 cup whole milk care to make a smooth, tight package. Preheat the oven at 350°F. Place the meatloaf in 1 small onion, finely chopped a baking dish and cook for 45-55 minutes. Remove the meat loaf from the oven and 1 carrot, finely chopped cool before slicing it. 2 cloves garlic, minced To make the sauce, heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat until shim­ 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil mering. Add in shallot and cook, stirring frequently, until softened, about five minutes. 8 slices of prosciutto Stir in garlic and crushed red pepper and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in balsamic vinegar, ketchup, orange marmalade, brown sugar, mustard and salt. Balsamic sauce: Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and let cook until slightly thickened, about 15- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and serve it with the meatloaf and 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil mashed potatoes. The Community House The Community House, at 2173 Periwinkle Way, and fish and chips, roast beef Yorkshire pudding and from its hive, along with other products made by Sanibel, presents the following: gravy, chicken mid mushroom pie, roasted potatoes and Resident Chef Jarred Harris. steamed vegetables for the main dishes. For a $5 dona­ For more information about a program or activity, or Community Social tion, the desserts will include sticky toffee pudding and to register or purchase tickets, visit www.sanibelcommu- A Community Social will take place on June 12 from an ice cream sundae bar. Adults are $15 in advance or nityhouse.net or contact info@sanibelcommunity- 6 to 8 p.m. with theme of “British Pub Night.” The menu $18 at the door. house.net or 239-472-2155. will feature broccoli and Stilton soup, prawn cocktail and To donate toward scholarships, call Executive chicken liver pate with pickles and chutney for starters, The Community House is selling honey harvested Director Teresa Riska-Hall at 239-472-2155. Have an event you want to appear in The Islander’s calendar section? 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Page 29 ■ Week of Wednesday, May 29,2019______captivasanibel.com Weekof May Wednesday, ■ 29 Page Artwork on display at The Community House During the month of June, Sanibel artists Bob Marshall and Anita Force Marshall will exhibit their work at The Community House, at 2173 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. Both are members of the Sanibel Captive Art League. The pub­ lic can view their pieces from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday to Friday. For more information, visit sanibelcommunity- house.net or www.sancapart.com.

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u*-* H v u __ r v e n t Summer reading program blasts off at library By TIFFANY REPECKI — - * anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon land­ account; enter the code “lcls20 ^su m ­ ing. The Captiva Memorial Library is once mer” in order to join. “It’s all going to be focused on planets Those registering multiple family again offering children, teens and adults and space,” she said of the programming. fun activities and an opportunity to win members under the same email account According to the Lee County Library must first create a “parent” account before prizes, plus receive a free book, during the System, more than 15,000 children par­ annual Summer Reading Program. adding themselves and children. ticipated in the 2018 summer program. “They can record the books read, earn On May 28, the Lee County Library Youth who stop by the Captiva library get System kicked off the initiative, which badges along the way,” she said. to pick out a free book to keep. Babies and preschoolers can win an celebrates the joy of reading through Adults can swing by the branch to pick weekly events and branch activities that early literacy prize basket * filled with 07) g to /U & A - up a “multi-pass” and take part in the board books and picture books, while are designed to spark curiosity and engage Intergalactic Multi-Task Challenge. library users of all ages. Running until children in kindergarten through fifth Participants will complete tasks on the grade can win a two-hour Caloosahatchee Aug. 10, this program’s theme is “A challenge list, which library staff will Universe of Stories!” adventure for four aboard the Little Toot stamp as completed, to earn tickets for Tugboat with lunch, courtesy of the Going “We want to engage kids over the sum­ entry into a drawing. The more tasks fin­ mer, and grown-ups, too,” Captiva Branch Six Knots Foundation. ished, the more chances to win. “Teens can win free admission tickets Manager Colleen Barany said, noting that “It’s a book basket filled with favorite there are offerings for babies to adults. vouf library to several attractions around Lee County,” fiction and library swag,” Barany said of Barany said. “We've got everyone covered.” the prize. This year’s theme aims to help inspire There are tickets to the Everglades In addition, this year’s Summer Wonder Gardens and Defy Fort Myers, children to dream big, believe in them­ ieeiibrary.net sum m e Reading Program includes an online com­ selves, and create their own story. In addi­ 239-479-INf-0 4636 along with mini golf, escape rooms, bowl­ ponent for all ages for tracking the books ing and more. The prize tickets also come tion, the Summer Reading Program coin­ read, with the chance to win even more cides with NASA’s 60 years of achieve­ in pairs, so winners can bring along a prizes. Visit readerzone.com or download friend. ment and its celebration of the 50th the ReaderZone App to create a ffee See SUMMER READING, page 33 ‘Tween Waters to host weekend music celebration Sanibel Captiva Beach Resorts and ‘Tween Waters Island Resort & Spa will hold its first-ever Captivaville Songwriters Weekend on June 7-9, with a total of four shows scheduled. Inspired by its monthly Songwriter Saturdays, the resort will host four Nashville singer-songwriters — Clint Daniels, Wynn Varble, Catie Offerman and Kat Higgins. Featuring two artists per set, the shows will take place on June 7-8 from 9 to 11 p.m. at the Crow’s Nest Bar & Grille, plus June 8 from 2 to 4 p.m. and June 9 from noon to 2 p.m. poolside at the Oasis Pool Bar. “We’re very excited to bring the Captivaville Songwriters Weekend to Southwest Florida,” Resort Manager Brett Gooch said. “It’s going to be 72 hours of sun, fun, outstanding live music and the biggest party of the summer, with 300 or more folks you’ll call friends by the end of the last show.” The. Crow’s Nest shows will be open to the public; the poolside shows will be open to hotel guests or guests who pay to park at the resort for the day, which costs $50 and is based upon availability. ‘Tween Waters is offering special “Stay and Play” room packages for the weekend. The Captivaville Songwriters Captiva Cruises Weekend is being sponsored Local youth learn about educator Richard Sanibel Captiva Beach Resorts, Finkel discusses in Karbach Brewing Company and a show-and-tell for­ MG3ntertainment. mat what was For information or reserva­ i; l * -i&ife local coastal ecosystems found on the beach tions, visit Tween- * ; at Cayo Costa Waters.com/Captivaville or I By TIFFANY REPECKI phins and visit Cayo Costa State Park as State Park with a call 800-223-5865. [email protected] part of the ongoing No Child Left on Shore group from New ‘Tween Waters Local land-locked children had a chance initiative, as did island students. Horizons of Resort & Spa is at 15951 to take a cruise, see marine life like dol­ Southwest Florida. Captiva Drive, Captiva. See LOCAL YOUTH, page 33 PHOTO PROVIDED Page 33 ■ Week of Wednesday, May 29. 201» captivasanibel.com Sanibel-Captiva Islander Sanibel-Captiva captivasanibel.com 201» 29. Week of Wednesday,May 33 ■ Page Summer reading From page 32 - Adult participants have the opportunity to win a ■ June 11-15: Build a droid Early literacy programs Kindle Paperwhite. (daily during operating hours) Additionally, the Captiva library will offer the follow­ ■ Today, May 29, to June 1: Food activity Design and create a paper craft portrait of your very (daily during operating hours) ing free events and activities: own R2 or BB droid. Supplies provided while they last. Infant to 24 months old, “Time to eat - Yum Teen programs Yum!”; ages 2-3, “Munching on lunch”; and ages 4-5 ■ June 13: Out of this World Alien Fun from 2 to “Fun, fabulous food!” ■ June 4: Six word memoir 3 p.m. (daily during operating hours) ■ June 4-8: Colors activity Enjoy the audience participation puppet show, (daily during operating hours) Can you share a personal moment or memory in just “Aliens Love Underpants.” An alien underpants-color- Infant to 24 months old, “Color My World”; ages 2-3 six words? Add to our memoir mural and enjoy reading ing sheet will be available for children to color during other contributions. Supplies provided while they last. “Colors of the Rainbow”; and ages 4-5, “Color Wonder” the program. The puppet show will be followed by the ■ June 11-15; Ocean activity ■ June 11: Make a star finder game “Protect the Planet.” (daily during operating hours) (daily during operating hours) ■ June 18-22: Paper airplane design challenge Infant to 24 months old, “Down by the Ocean”; ages Learn your way around the constellations with this (daily during operating hours) 2-3, “Sun and Sea”; and ages 4-5, “Water critters” simple star map folding activity. Supplies provided while Learn how to fold different paper airplane designs. they last. ■ June 18-22: Pets activity Record flight distance and air time. All supplies pro­ (daily during operating hours) ■ June IS: Post-it note art gallery vided while they last. Infant to 24 months old, “Pet Show”; ages 2-3, “Pel (daily during operating hours) ■ June 20: Our Solar System from 2 to 3 p.m. Parade”; and ages 4-5, “All about dogs and all about Contribute to our sticky note art gallery by creating a We have a fascinating solar system. It is full of cats” doodle to add to the collection. All supplies provided planets, moons, asteroids, comets, minor planets and while they last. ■ June 25-29: Farm activity many other exciting objects. Make galaxy rocks to (daily during operating hours) ■ June 25: Blackout poetry take home. Infant to 24 months old, “Down bn the Farm”; ages 2-3, (daily during operating hours) ■ June 25-29: Solar system mobile “Old MacDonald’s Farm”; and ages 4-5, “Barnyard Tales” Repurpose the pages of old books by transforming them (daily during operating hours) into poetic works of art. Supplies provided while they last. Residents and visitors of all ages are encouraged to take Color, arrange and assemble a simple mobile based part over the summer. on our solar system. Supplies provided while they last. “How could you not? It’s so much fun” Barany said. Youth programs ■ June 27: Star Stories: Greek Myths from 2 to 3 p.m. The Captiva Memorial Library is open Tuesday from 10 ■ June 4-8: Home on the Moon portrait a.m. to 6 p.m„ Wednesday from noon to 8 p.m., Thursday (daily during operating hours) The night sky is full of star constellations. The from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. What would your home look like if you lived on the ancient Greeks named the star constellations after to 5 p.m. their awesome myths and folktales. Katie Adams per­ moon? Design and draw your extraterrestrial abode. All For more information, call 239-533-4890 or visit supplies provided while they last. forms the myths with colorful shadow puppets, story­ www.leelibrary.net/summer. telling and audience participation. The Captiva Memorial Library is at 11560 Chapin Lane. Local youth In partnership with the Sanibel- Captiva Conservation Foundation, Captiva Cruises treated New Horizons of Southwest Florida — a group of 39, plus chaperones — to the excursion on May 11. In addition, The Sanibel School’s fifth-grade classes were treat­ ed to the same adventure on May 13. Captiva Cruises educator Richard Finkel explained that New Horizons of Southwest Florida — an after-school program that provides youth mentoring - has taken part in the initiative in the past. A New Horizons of “But a lot of these were kids that have Southwest Florida pro­ never been taken out before,” he said. gram participant holds The group cruised around the Pine a spider crab. Island Sound before traveling to Cayo Costa. PHOTO PROVIDED “There were dolphins that the kids got to see along the way,” Finkel said, noting that the group had an opportunity to check out the manatees that frequently visit McCarthy’s Marina on Captiva, as well. “The dolphins are always a hit,” he added. Arriving at the state park, they did some beachcombing and explored the shore. “Then we go over and talk about things we found on the beach,” Finkel said of estuaries and maintaining the ecosystems Two days later, 33 fifth-graders and one educational component to the trip. for marine life. they found.” six adults from the island school hopped The students enjoyed some wildlife “It’s kind of a show-and-tell of all the “They were amazed at all the life,” he on a boat. things we find on the beach.” sightings, including a variety of birds and said. “They kept using the word ‘awe­ “We also are committed to working The youth also had an opportunity to some’ a lot.” ' dolphins. enjoy the water. with the local Sanibel school and provid­ “No matter how many times you see No Child Left on Shore was founded in ing environmental educational field trips,” “There was a manatee cruising on the dolphins that never gets old,” Finkel said. 2010 by Finkel and former Captiva he said, noting that the fifth-grade trip has beach, too,” he said. “And a sea turtle No Child Left on Shore is funded by Cruises owner Paul McCarthy in partner­ been taking place for years now. popped up out there for a breath of air, ship with the SCCF. It is an environmen­ donations raised by the SCCF, with which was neat.” Somewhat different, the school excur­ Captiva Cruises providing reduced rates. tal, educational outreach project. sion tends to be tied into class studies. Back on the boat, they used a trawling Each participating group typically The initiative strives to provide experi­ “Once we were on the beach, the kids net to learn about what was under the ential education opportunities for the chil­ arranges its own transportation and chap­ water. filled out some worksheets and recorded erones. dren of Southwest Florida who might not their observations,” Finkel said. “They “The kids were amazed at all the dif­ have first-hand exposure to the coastal Individual donors can earmark funds to sketched some of the things they found the SCCF for the initiative. ferent types of life we pulled up,” environment by any other means. washed up on the beach.” Finkel said, noting that there were spi­ Those interested in supporting the ini­ “Where they can learn firsthand what’s “They looked for evidence of other der crabs and seahorses. “There were a tiative or who have questions about it can out there, and not just read about it in a animals,” he added, noting that they few triggerfish and a pinfish that we book or hear about it,” Finkel said. “Learn contact the SCCF at [email protected] or pulled up.” examined sponges, corals and shells 239-472-2329 or Captiva Cruises at how invaluable these coastal ecosystems onshore. “It was really documenting the The group learned about the back bay are and how much life depends on it.” [email protected] or 239-472- life they found and the different species 5300. ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

Have an event you want to appear in The Islander’s ‘“Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil: A Savannah calendar section? E-mail it to the editor, marked as Story’ (1994) is a memoir-thriller by writer and Esquire- “Calendar Item” to [email protected]. New York Magazine editor John Berendt. Based in Island Worship Savannah, Georgia in the early to mid 1980s, the story fol­ lows a colorful cast of local characters as they live their daily ■ Bat Yam Temple of the Islands Center 4 Life life during a nationally infamous murder trial. ‘Midnight in 2050 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel (Sanibel Congregational The Center 4 Life is at 2401 Library Way, Sanibel. the Garden of Good and Evil’ was adapted to a movie in United Church of Christ), [email protected], The Island Seniors is accepting donations for the annu­ 1997 and was, on the New York Times Bestseller list for batyam.org al Trash & Treasures Sale. It needs donations of clean gen­ over four years, setting the record for most time spent on the Rabbi Stephen Fuchs tly-used items; clothes, shoes, books, computers and old list. The book was also a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize. Many Reform Jewish Shabbat service on Fridays at 7:30 p.m. TVs will not be accepted. Tax deductible receipts will be critics praised it for its atmospheric portrayal of an from October through April or at 7 p.m. from May through provided for donations. Items can be dropped off at the American city. The work uses more than eight years’ worth September. center from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday. of interviews Berendt had with residents of Savannah.” — ■ First Church of Christ, Scientist Meet your friends and make some new. Browse through Supersummary.com 2950 West Gulf Drive, Sanibel, 239-472-8684, chris- the activities listed below and then stop by and see us! ■ June 14 - GelliPrinting with Bea Pappas tiansciencesanibel.com Gaines: Cost for all Games: $2.50 for members and $5 $20 members/$25 non-members Services on Sundays at 10:30 a.m. and Wednesdays at for non-members. Prizes are awarded. Do mono type or make papers for collage use. Beginners 4:30 p.m. Reading Room on Fridays from 10 a.m. to noon, ■ Bridge - Monday and Wednesday - Registration welcome. Bring paper towels, acrylic paints, water contain­ plus 10 am to noon on Mondays and Wednesdays from begins at noon. Game begins at 1:30 p.m. er and 1 -inch brush; instructor will provide all the other sup­ January'through March. ■ Mahjongg - Monday and Thursday at 12:30 p.m. plies needed for the class. ■ Historic Captiva Chapel by the Sea ■ Hand & Foot - Thursday at noon ■ June 20 - Marina Jack lunch cruise on Sarasota Bay 11580 Chapin Lane, Captiva, 239-472-1646, www.cap- ■ Hearts - Friday at 12:30 p.m. $99 members/$109 non-members tivachapel.com, www.facebook.com/Captiva-Chapel-By- Events: Sightseeing cruise on the Sarasota Bay with a buffet The-Sea ■ May 31 - GelliPrinting with Bea Pappas lunch, shopping time at St Armands Circle and a stop at the Rev. Dr. John N. Cedarleaf $20 members/$25 non-members Der Dutchman Amish Bakery. Includes round-trip trans­ Services on Sundays at 11 am from November through Do mono type or make papers for collage use. Beginners portation. Bus departs from Fort Myers location at 9:30 a.m. April; Chapel open daily for visitors. welcome. Bring paper towels, acrylic paints, water contain­ Advance registration is required. ■ Sanibel Baptist Church er and 1 -inch brush; instructor will provide all the other sup­ Meets at the Island Cinema, 535 Tarpon Bay Road, plies needed for the class. Sanibel, 239-284-7975, [email protected] ■ June 4 - Kayaking at 8:30 a.m. (weather permitting) Center 4 Life Fitness Class Schedule Pastor Mark Hutchinson $5 members/$20 non-members Island Seniors members pay $4 and non-members pay $10 Sunday service from 9 to 11 am., including Bible study at There is space for 16 people on eight two-person kayaks per fitness class. An Island Seniors annual membership is $20. 9 am. and family worship at 10 a.m. and limited space for those who own their own kayaks. Sanibel Recreation Center members must show their member­ ■ Sanibel Community Church Island Seniors Inc. will provide kayaks, paddles and life ship card to attend. The class schedule is as follows: 1740 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, 472-2684/sani- jackets. Bring water, a small snack, sun lotion, bug spray, ■ Happy Hour Fitness - Mondays, Wednesdays and belchurch.com sunglasses, towel, hat and change of clothing. Advance reg­ Fridays at 8 a.m. Sunday Worship Hours: Traditional Service with istration is required. Keep your brain fit and your heart, lungs and muscles Communion, 8 am.; Contemporary Service with kid’s ■ June 5 - “Little Shop of Horrors” at Broadway Palm strong with a combination of aerobics and muscle conditioning church, 9 am.; Fellowship in courtyard, 10:15 a.m.; Aduk Dinner Theatre exercises and balance. Hand weights, stretch cords and your and Youth Sunday School classes, 10:45 am.; Traditional $45 members/$55 non-members body weight will be used to keep you strong. Begin with a joke Service with choir, 11 am. Childcare available at all services. Lunch at 11:30 a.m. at Cristof s on McGregor (on own), and end with a positive thought for the day. Athletic footwear ■ Sanibel Congregational United Church of Christ followed by performance of “Little Shop of Horrors” at 1 is required. Instructor is Connie DiCicco. 2050 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, 239-472-0497, p.m. at the Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre. One of the ■ Essential Total Fitness - Mondays, Wednesdays and www.sanibelucc.org longest-running off-Broadway shows, “Little Shop of Fridays at 9:30 Rev. Dr. John H. Danner, senior pastor; Rev. Deborah Horrors” is a deviously delicious Broadway and Hollywood Cardio, muscle strengthening and flexibility training with Kunkel, associate pastor sci-fi, smash-hit musical that has devoured the hearts of the­ hand weights, stretch cords, chairs and stability balls. Athletic Sunday chapel service at 7:45 am and 10 am. blended or atre goers for decades. Meek floral assistant Seymour stum­ footwear is required. Instructor is Mahnaz Bassiri. traditional service (alternate months), with Sunday school and bles across a new breed of plant that he names “Audrey II” ■ Power Hour Fitness - Tuesdays and Thursdays at 8 a.m. nursery care available at 10 am. Programs and services are — after his coworker and crush. This sassy, R&B-singing Hand weights, stretch cords and stability balls, along with mats, free and open to the public. plant promises everlasting fame and fortune, as long as are used to strengthen your muscles. Improve core strength and ■ St. Isabel Catholic Church Seymour keeps feeding it its special diet. Between bites, balance. Athletic footwear is required. Instructor is Mahnaz 3559 Sanibel-Captiva Road, Sanibel, 239-472-2763, Audrey II brings down the house with music composed by Bassiri. www.saintisabel.org Alan Menken in the style 1960s rock ‘n’ roll, doo-wop and ■ Gentle Yoga - Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:30 a.m. Mass on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday at 8:30 am.; Motown, including the well-known “Suddenly, Seymour.” Stretch, tone and strengthen while improving flexibility, Saturday vigil at 5 p.m.; and Sunday Mass at 9:30 am. Call Carpool arrangements for transportation. Advanced registra­ proper alignment and circulation. Mats are used to meet the for Holy Days schedule. tion is required; limited seating available. needs of varying experience levels. Bring a towel. Instructor is ■ St. Michael & All Angels Episcopal Church ■ June 7 - GelliPrinting with Bea Pappas Kim Kouril. 2304 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, 239-472-2173, $20 members/$25 non-members ■ Chair Yoga - Tuesdays and Thursdays at 11 a.m. www.saintmichaels-sanibel.org Do mono type or make papers for collage use. Beginners Similar to gentle yoga, but all poses are done in a chair. Rev. Dr. Ellen Sloan, rector welcome. Bring paper towels, acrylic paints, water contain­ Instructor is Kim Kouril. Saturday Eucharist at 5 p.m.; Sunday Eucharist at 8 and er and 1-inch brush; instructor will provide all the other sup­ For more information about a fitness class or becoming an 10:30 am., with Sunday school at 10:30 a.m.; Tuesday plies needed for the class. Island Seniors member, call 239-472-5743 or stop by the morning prayer at 9 a.m.; Wednesday healing Eucharist at 9 ■ June 10 - Leisure Lunchers Trip to Malia Island Center 4 Life at 2401 Library Way, Sanibel. am ; prayer and potluck on the first Wednesday of each month Fusion Cuisine at 6 p.m.; and Taize service on the third Wednesday of each Malia Island Fusion Cuisine uses quality ingredients - Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum month at 6 p.m. sourced locally whenever possible — that will tempt your The Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum offers ■ Unitarian Universalists of the Islands taste buds. Unique authentic dishes and truly fresh flavors educational programming for all ages, but the building is 2050 Periwinkle Way, 433-4901 prepared by a culinary team of experts who appreciate fresh currently closed to the public due to renovations. Service on second Sunday of each month at 5 p.m. at the food. The owner/chef will talk about their approach to food However, the museum offers daily beach walks from 9 to Sanibel Congregational United Church of Christ. and cooking style. Separate checks will be provided. 10 a.m., departing from the lobby of the Island Inn, at 3111 (Dawn [email protected]) Advance registration is required. W. Gulf Drive, Sanibel. They are led by knowledgeable ■ June 12 - Movie and book discussion on “Midnight in shell experts and space is limited, so reservations are the Garden if Good and Evil,” by John Berendt required. Cost is $15 for adults, $9 for ages 12-17 and $7 The Botanical Gardens Page Turners with Louise Fitzgerald and Ann Hartman for ages 5 to 11; children under 5 are free, but still must be at Sanibel Moorings (email [email protected] or contact the Center 4 Life to registered. To register, visit ShellMuseum.org or call 239- The Botanical Gardens at Sanibel Moorings offers 90- be added to the list) . 395-2233. minute walking tours to the public on Wednesdays at 11 The movie, “Midnight in the Garden if Good and Evil,” The Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum is at 3075 a.m. Cost is $5 per person, plus tax; check in at the front will be shown at noon, followed by a discussion of the book Sanibel Captiva Road, Sanibel. office. Reservations required at 239-472-4119. at 2:30 p.m. Participants are invited to bring their lunch. Page 35Page M SOBCZAK SELLS SANIBEL! 29,2019 Weekof May Wednesday, Charles Sobczak Realtor Associate, VIP Realty Group 2000 Periwinkle Way • Cell or Text: (239) 850-0710 e-mail: [email protected] Website: www.vipreaity.com REAUTOR ______captivasanibel.com

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Sanibel-Captiva Road, Sanibel, presents an Open Mic is held from 6 to 9 p.m. On M the following: Mondays, a nine-ball pool tournament 29,2019 Weekof May Wednesday, ■ June 2: Corned beer and cabbage starts at 5 p.m. JOIN THE from noon to 8 p.m. American flags that need to be retired ■ June 4: Ladies Auxiliary meeting at can be dropped off. 6 p.m. Open to the public, hours are 11 a.m. to Food is served from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. 9 p.m. Monday to Saturday and noon to 9 MUSEUM FOR AN - Wednesdays, spaghetti and meatballs; p.m. Sunday. Fridays, ribeye steak sandwiches; and For more information, call 239-472- Tuesdays, tacos. There are also daily spe­ 9979 or visit “American Legion Post 123 cials and half-pound burgers available. Sanibel Florida” on Facebook. EXPERT-LED DAILY

Education Note BEACH WALK School district receives age of 278.34 to 283.33. five-year accreditation An IEQ of 275 or higher indicates The Lee County School District has “the institution is beginning to reach the earned- accreditation for another five- impact level and is engaged in practices ______year period through AdvancED, an that are sustained over time and are internationally-recognized organization becoming ingrained in the culture of the that conducts reviews to eilsure educa­ institution.” tional institutions meet high learning Areas that were specifically noted breezenewspapers.com standards. for their high impact were leadership, The district’s Early Childhood operational processes and strategic Learning Center was awarded a sepa­ resource management. rate five-year accreditation. The accreditation review, which The district was rated on 31 stan­ took place in February, included on-site dards in the areas of leadership capaci­ visits of 19 schools, as well as the Early ty, learning capacity and resource Childhood Learning Center, Lee Virtual capacity. The ratings were calculated to School and the district’s central office. determine an overall Index of Education The review team, which consisted of 18 Quality rating. The district earned an educators from across the United States,

IEQ rating of 340.48, significantly interviewed a total of 698 students, ______higher than the AdvancED teachers, support staff, administrators, Improvement Network five-year aver­ school board members and community members.

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Sushi Sashimi & Oyster Bar Open Wednesday-Saturday $1.25 Oysters 4-6pm “We serve it fresh...... or we don’t serve it at all!” Best Seafood!! Best Bar!! BAILEY-MATTHEWS .€> Best Place To Watch The Game! NATIONAL Happy Hour DailyU> SHELL XAFW IO - SPORTS - SPIRO S 5:00pm - 6:00pm"J 40 Years of Fresh Fish Friday is on Sanibel Island! MUSEUM LOBSTAH NIGHT! Early Dining Menu $l(h Restaurant Open 7 Days Grill Now Open at 4pm - 7 days 5:00-6:00 • 7 days 5:00pm - 9:00pm Walks depart at 9 a.m. every day, from the Island Inn Call-ahead seating available at the Timbers Fish Market Open at Noon - 9pm (2pm - 9pm Sunday) Advance reservations are required. Register online at: 472-3128 • 703 Tarpon Bay Road • www.tlmbersofsanlbei.com SHELLMUSEUM.ORG/BEACH-WALK ♦Winner Best Seafood 2 0 1 0 -2 0 1 8 ( rn00 4) at01 i;; • £ i ■ t ON ISLAND FACES i? !:■! a ns>> i Tradition takes islands out to the ballgam e » 2 • •>-: ■■■' The 26th annual Sam Bailey’s Islands Night was held on May 20 at Hammond Stadium in Fort Myers, with the Fort Myers Miracle going up against the Bradenton Marauders i;: Dozens of event sponsors, made up of island organizations and businesses, took part in the pre-game parade. Candy, shirts, foam baseballs and more were thrown to the crowd i by the passing vehicles — even boats. Started by Sam Bailey, with Bailey’s General Store, Islands Night aims to bring the community together for an evening of family fun The * a game tickets are free for the public as the ballpark rental is covered by the event sponsors.The Kiwanis Club of Sanibel and Captiva Islands and the Young Professionals » | Association of Sanibel and Captiva sell beer, with the proceeds benefitting the Islands Night fund. The proceeds from the fund are distributed each year to several local organi­ kl zations and also help to support scholarships. PHOTOS BY TIFFANY REPECKI *S u, i > r i i '

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Representative from the Captains for Clean Water throws out the first pitch. ' PRESERVING PARADISE Ding’ Darling receives grant toward outreach project The “Ding” Darling Wildlife Society-Friends of the Refuge recently received a $100,000 grant from a pri­ HIGH SEAS Sea Turtles your HELP! vate family foundation toward designing, building, wee the of IW/” staffing and implementing into educational outreach programming a Wildlife on Wheels mobile hands-on exhibit. To complete the project, DDWS is seeking addi­ tional donations equaling $155,000 to cover the cost of a heavy duty pick-up truck to haul the trailer plus design, equipment, supplies and an educator. “The family asked us to ‘think outside the class-

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PHOTOS PROVIDED An example of the type of rig the J.N. “Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge will be develop­ Like the refuge’s Visitor & Education Center, the Wildlife on Wheels trailer will hold hands-on edu­ ing for its Wildlife on Wheels outreach. cational exhibits. room’ to fund a conservation education initiative for stations that would interpret mangrove ecosystems, the J.N. ‘Ding’ Darling National Wildlife Refuge,” water quality, water conservation, pollution and plas­ DDWS Executive Director Birgie Miller said. “We, tic, animal scats and tracks, Florida’s native animals, C-43 Reservoir along with the refuge team, are currently in the and wildlife sounds. Staff will draw on knowledge research and imagining stage of this exciting innova­ gained in the classroom and design programs to com­ tive project.” plement Florida educational requirements. Water Quality Wildlife on Wheels will be scheduled to visit “Refuge staff has been wishing for a mobile educa­ schools, libraries, senior facilities, conservation- tion facility for many years, but has not been able to Summit planned minded events, and economically challenged and further the project due to staff and funding shortages,” minority communities in the five-county area to teach Miller said. “Now that the society has found support Formerly the Charlotte Harbor National Estuary about water quality, the ecosystem, wildlife, and other to bolster the refuge education team, the time is right Program, the Coastal & Heartland National Estuary topics that meet the refuge’s mission. to spread the refuge message to those who are unable Partnership will host a Caloosahatchee C-43 As part of the remaining $155,000 cost of the proj­ to visit ‘Ding’ Darling on their own and to schools too Reservoir Water Quality Summit on June 5 in Fort ect, DDWS needs a new or used four-wheel-drive far away to bring here by bus.” Myers. pickup truck to pull the Wildlife on Wheels trailer. In The Wildlife on Wheels project is part of the Experts presenters from the South Florida Water lieu of cash to purchase the vehicle, it will accept a refuge’s 20-month 75th anniversary celebration going Management District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, donation of a new or used truck. on now through Dec. 1, 2020. DDWS hopes to have Florida Department of Environmental Protection, In addition, DDWS hopes to hire a bilingual educa­ the mobile learning experience on the road by March. North Carolina State University, Wetland Solutions, tor, who, along with volunteers and interns, will staff Anyone interested in making a tax-deductible Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation, city of the museum-quality, hands-on exhibits inside the donation to the project can contact Miller at 239-472- Sanibel, Conservancy of Southwest Florida, Lee Wildlife on Wheels to maximize the inspirational 1100 ext. 232, 239-292-0566 or director® dingdar- County, Peace River Manasota Regional Water learning potential. Funding is also needed for learning lingsociety.org. Supply Authority, Lehigh Acres Municipal Services Independent District and others will provide informa­ tion on a variety of topics including: Ocean Tribe Paddlers to explore Bowman’s mangroves ■ Historical Water Quality Treatment Studies Ocean Tribe Paddlers, part can bring their own pad­ ■ Nutrient Pollution Reduction and Water Quality which is affiliated with the dling craft or borrow one from Improvement Methods Sanibel Sea School, hosts Ocean Tribe Paddlers. To ■ Caloosahatchee Water Quality Conditions excursions for paddling enthu­ reserve a loaner, email ■ Caloosahatchee Projects Underway siasts to enjoy a group paddle, oceantribepaddlers@sani- ■ Other Water Quality Improvement share tips and ideas, and meet belseaschool.org in advance. Opportunities new friends to paddle with. Meet at 8:45 a.m. at 1700 ■ How the Public Can Stay Engaged Going The next one will be held Bowmans Beach Road, Forward on June 1 from 9 to 11 a.m. Sanibel. Additionally, there will be opportunities for the Paddlers will explore the Be sure to visit the Ocean public to submit questions and provide their own Bowman’s Beach mangrove Tribe Paddlers Facebook page ideas. The SFWMD and Florida DEP, in response to canals. The tranquil waters are for any weather-related Gov. Ron DeSantis’ executive order to pursue a water home to an- abundance of updates; schedule changes will quality component for the reservoir, will use the input wildlife including manatees, be posted at least one hour in beginning the feasibility study public process. wading birds, ospreys and prior to the event. It will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Room 118 at jumping mullet. For more information, visit the Lee County Administration East Building, at 2201 It is an excellent paddling oceantribeoutfitters.org or fol­ OCEAN TRIBE Second St. Registration is required at www.chnep.org/c- opportunity for beginners. low on Facebook and Those interested in taking 43-reservoir-water-quality-summit Instagram. PADDLERS Page 41Page is la n d M

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Program provides youth with free meals CROW Calendar of Events Today, May 29 Friday, May 31 during summer ■ Wildlife Walk with Rehabilitators and Staff from ■ Wildlife Walk with Rehabilitators and Staff from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The School District of Lee County’s Food and Southwest Florida is filled with fascinating wildlife, Southwest Florida is filled with fascinating wildlife, Nutrition Department is sponsoring the USDA Summer and CROW provides a unique opportunity to look into and CROW provides a unique opportunity to look into Food Service Program from June 3 through July 26. wildlife rehabilitation and meet the staff responsible for wildlife rehabilitation and meet the staff responsible for Participating sites will provide nutritionally balanced their care. Wildlife walks are the best opportunity for their care. Wildlife walks are the best opportunity for meals to all children under 18 during summer vacation visitors to get an in-depth look into the inner workings visitors to get an in-depth look into the inner workings when school breakfasts and lunches are not available. of our hospital and the treatment process. The program of our hospital and the treatment process. The program Meals are free, and there are no income or registration has two parts: an introductory presentation covering has two parts: an introductory presentation covering ______requirements. our medical and rehabilitation methods; and a guided our medical and rehabilitation methods; and a guided For the islands, the Sanibel Recreation Center, at 2880 tour through treatment areas of the hospital, concluding tour through treatment areas of the hospital, concluding Sanibel-Captiva Road, will offer breakfast from 8 to 9 on the rehabilitation grounds. Wildlife Walks take

on the rehabilitation grounds. Wildlife Walks take breezenewspapers.com a.m. and lunch from noon to 1 p.m. Monday through between one and two hours; a 45-minute presentation between one and two hours; a 45-minute presentation Friday; no meals will be served on July 4. and a 45-minute tour. The program is open to all, but it and a 45-minute tour. The program is open to all, but it For more information, call Dave Defonzo at 239-472- is not recommended for children under the age of 13. is not recommended for children under the age of 13. 0345. Cost is $25 per person. Photography opportunity avail­ Cost is $25 per person. Photography opportunity avail­ To find additional meal sites, visit able following tour with Animal Ambassador. able following tour with Animal Ambassador. summerbreakspot.freshffomflorida.com, dial 211 or text Advanced registration required; to register, contact the Advanced registration required; to register, contact the “FoodFL” to 877-877. Visitor Education Center at 239-472-3644 ext. 229 or Visitor Education Center at 239-472-3644 ext. 229 or [email protected]. [email protected]. ■ Patient Profiles: Gopher Tortoises at 11 a.m. ■ Why Animals Come to CROW at 11 a.m. Commission The life of a gopher tortoise revolves around its bur­ Do you wonder how and why animals become row. The tortoises are found digging from southern patients at CROW? Whether animals are sick, injured Georgia to Southeast Florida. Because of its contribu­ or orphaned, CROW aims to lead in their recovery-. ______approves updated tions to the ecosystem, it is classified as a “Keystone From fishing line entanglement to abducted babies, the Species.” Come listen as CROW’s presenter describes presentation will address the most likely reasons why they are admitted how the medical staff treats this patients are admitted to the hospital. Adults are $12; Comprehensive species. Adults are $12; ages 4-12 are $7. One of ages 4-12 are $7. CROW’s Animal Ambassadors will be present. Emergency Monday, June 3 Thursday, May 30 ■ Wildlife Walk with Rehabilitators and Staff from ■ Wildlife Walk with Rehabilitators and Staff from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Reporter Island Management Plan 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Southwest Florida is filled with fascinating wildlife, On May 21, the Lee County Board of County Southwest Florida is filled with fascinating wildlife, and CROW provides a unique opportunity to look into Commissioners approved an updated Lee County and CROW provides a unique opportunity to look into wildlife rehabilitation and meet the staff responsible for Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan, or CEMP. wildlife rehabilitation and meet the staff responsible for their care. Wildlife walks are the best opportunity for The document outlines Lee County’s information their care. Wildlife walks are the best opportunity for visitors to get an in-depth look into the inner workings management, decision-making and resource management visitors to get an in-depth look into the inner workings of our hospital and the treatment process. The program processes to help ensure an effective public safety of our hospital and the treatment process. The program has two parts: an introductory presentation covering response before, during and after a disaster. The Florida has two parts: an introductory presentation covering our medical and rehabilitation methods; and a guided Division of Emergency Management already approved our medical and rehabilitation methods; and a guided tour through treatment areas of the hospital, concluding the document, which replaces a document from 2013. tour through treatment areas of the hospital, concluding on the rehabilitation grounds. Wildlife Walks take The CEMP is one element of Lee County’s year-round on the rehabilitation grounds. Wildlife Walks take between one and two hours; a 45-minute presentation readiness effort. between one and two hours; a 45-minute presentation and a 45-minute tour. The program is open to all, but it On May 16, the Lee County Board of County and a 45-minute tour. The program is open to all, but it is not recommended for children under, the age of 13. Commissioners was awarded the A1 Bragg Government is not recommended for children under the age of 13. Cost is $25 per person. Photography opportunity avail­ and Legislative Award at the Governor’s Hurricane Cost is $25 per person. Photography opportunity avail­ able following tour with Animal Ambassador. Conference in West Palm Beach. It is awarded to an able following tour with Animal Ambassador. Advanced registration required; to register, contact the appointed or elected official for outstanding leadership in Advanced registration required; to register, contact the Visitor Education Center at 239-472-3644 ext. 229 or supporting emergency management through sponsoring Visitor Education Center at 239-472-3644 ext. 229 or [email protected]. the enactment of regulations, ordinances or other legal [email protected]. ■ CROW Case of the Week at 11 a.m. means to improve hurricane preparedness, response, ■ Patient Profiles: Birds of Prey at 11 a.m. CROW’s teaching hospital offers externship, fel­ recovery or mitigation at the local level in Florida. Raptors are birds that prey on other animals in the lowship and internship opportunities for natural science The award was the second such recent recognition. In wild to survive. Their specialized beaks and talons and veterinary medicine students. While on site, stu­ April, the board and county manager were presented an make them some of the most effective hunters. The dents learn the ins and outs of conservation medicine Outstanding Achievement Award at the National presentation discusses the unique adaptations of the and wildlife rehabilitation and are excited to share their Hurricane Conference in New Orleans. native and migratory raptors of Florida. Adults are $12; favorite patient stories. Adults are $12; ages 4-12 are Lee County Public Safety asks that residents and visi­ ages 4-12 are $7. One of CROW’s Animal $7. One of CROW’s Animal Ambassadors will be pres­ tors join in creating a “Culture of Preparedness” within Ambassadors will be present. ent. their families and businesses. Lee County Emergency Management offers Hurricane Preparedness Seminars to See CROW CALENDAR, page 46 help prepare for season, which officially begins June 1. They will include: ■ June 19 at 2 p.m.: Cape Coral Public Library, 921 The Sanibel School S.W. 39th Terrace, Cape Coral ■ June 20 at 10 a.m.: The Community House, 2173 The Sanibel School, at 3840 Sanibel-Captiva Road, Sanibel, presents the following: Periwinkle Way, Sanibel ■ June 27 at 6 p.m.: Habitat for Humanity of Lee and Kindergarten screening days Hendry Counties, 1288 North Tamiami Trail, North Fort For those parents who have a child who will be 5 years old on or before Sept. 1, 201.9, and plan on sending them Myers to kindergarten in the fall, the kindergarten screening days will be held on Aug. 1-2 from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. with Additional seminar dates and locations will be posted the kindergarten teacher. Parents will only need to attend one day for about 30 minutes. To set up a time slot contact at www.leeeoc.com; check the website to see if registra­ Donna Marks at the Registrar Office at 239-472-1617. tion is necessary for individual events. 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SPORTS Report your news to CAPTIVASANIBEL.COM Sea Dogs take spring softball league championship By TIFFANY REPECKI down, but they started making up runs and [email protected] getting it close,” she said, adding that it The team Doc Ford Sea Dogs won the got up to 17-14 in the Sea Dogs favor. 2019 spring Co-Ed Softball League tour­ “The bases were loaded with two outs nament. and Whitney’s was at the plate with the On May 22, the season-ending tourna­ ability to score and they got their third ment was played at the Sanibel Ball out,” Durand continued. “Then the Sea Fields. Dogs got their third out (without scor­ For the playoff games, the first one pit­ ing).” ted team Knuckleheads against the Doc The Sea Dogs stayed on top, winning Ford Sea Dogs. the championship 17-14. “It was pretty competitive until the Sea She noted that it was a beautiful night Dogs took over in about the fourth to play with the weather holding out. inning,” Char Durand, program coordina­ “We started slow this season because tor at the Sanibel Recreation Center, said. we had two rainouts right off the bat,” “They scored six runs in the fourth to pull Durand said. “But it. was one of the most away.” enjoyable seasons we’ve had in a long The Sea Dogs came out on top 16-6. time. Quality teams and quality play all “It was a well played game by both around.” teams,” she added. The fall Co-Ed Softball League will In the second playoff game, team PHOTOS PROVIDED begin in October. Bailey’s faced off against team Whitney’s ABOVE: Team Doc Ford Sea Dog won the 2019 spring Co-Ed Softball “We welcome any teams that want to Bait & Tackle. League tournament. BELOW: Team Whitney’s Bait and Tackle took sec­ come and join us,” she said. “The first two innings were close,” ond place in the tournament. For the summer, the Sanibel Durand said, adding that the inning-end­ Recreation Center is hosting an Adult 3- ing scores were 5-5, 5-8 and then 9-17. on-3 Basketball League on Thursday ______“Whitney’s had a big inning in the third. nights. The games will start on June 6, From there on out, Bailey’s didn’t score with a season-ending tournament on July again.” 25. Whitney’s took the win 23-9. For more information or to find a team, For the championship game, the Sea contact Char Durand at 239-472-0345. Dogs and Whitney’s went head-to-head. She noted that going into the tourna­ ment the two teams had gone up against one another three times in die regular sea­ Fishing tourney Reporter Island son play, with each winning one game and the third game ending in a tie for them. benefits SCCF, “They are two very equal teams,” Durand said. “They are well matched for Captains for each other.” The game started low scoring for the Clean Water first few innings, but quickly picked up. The R.S. Walsh Landscaping team “The Sea Dogs scored nine runs in the held its 5th Annual Sanibel Causeway fourth inning. From there Whitney’s was Fishing Tournament on May 4, with approximately 100 employees and family members attending the event. Paddling Tip of the Week The catch and release tournament For your next was held to raise awareness of water day trip, consider quality issues and to thank the R.S. a visit to Walsh team for its hard work. The Bowditch Point $2,400 raised will be donated to the Regional Park, Sanibel-Captiva Conservation which encom­ Foundation and Captains for Clean passes the entire Water. tip of Estero “We chose SCCF and Captains for Island. This quiet Clean Water to receive this year’s park offers the donation to fund the great work both best combination are doing to raise awareness and help of Estero Bay fund water quality issues particularly in and the Gulf, and Pine Island Sound,” owner Robert a bayside dock Walsh said. “Great fishing, food and provides easy fun was had by all. Thanks also go out paddling access to all our clients that help support these to the calm OCEAN TRIBE important issues.” waters of the Guests had the opportunity to get Great Calusa PADDLERS out on the water with seven local fish­ B 1 u e w a y ing guides and experience back bay SIGC announces Paddling Trail. The weekly paddling tip is provided by the Ocean Tribe fishing around the islands, as well as hole-in-one Paddlers, which is affiliated with the Sanibel Sea School. For more enjoyed a shrimp and crab boil, ham­ information, visit oceantribepaddlers.org. burgers and hot dogs, cooked by R.S. The Sanibel Island Golf Club recently announced Walsh supervisors and foremen. that Bobbie McGlynn scored a hole-in-one. She aced Prizes were awarded for longest the third hole at while playing with fellow member Report your news to THE ISLAND REPORTER: snook, redfish and catfish, plus top boat Art Hunter and two guests. It was McGlynn’s sixth and mystery fish. career hole-in-one. There was also a shore fishing cate­ PHOTO PROVIDED captivasanlbel.com gory. 5 0» Lee County urges - and practices - a culture of preparedness 0£ A is awarded to an appointed or elected official for outstanding Emergency Operations Centers, County Manager Roger CL, By CHRISTINE BRADY The official start to the 2019 hurricane season is leadership in supporting emergency management through Desjarlais personally led a team of two dozen county admin­ Saturday. Lee County is ready, thanks to the longstanding sponsoring the enactment of regulations, ordinances or other istrators and directors to the Panhandle to support local and constant support of the Lee Board of County legal means to improve hurricane preparedness, response, recovery efforts. Desjarlais has dedicated more than four Commissioners. recovery or mitigation at the local level in the State of decades to public service and is a former Public Safety direc­ But Lee County is not idle, as planning and preparations Florida. tor. Using lessons learned from Hurricane Irma, he accom­ o\ N never cease. Efforts to find ways to be more effective and The Governor’s Hurricane Conference award was our panied other top administrators, directors, executive assis­ !»% second such recognition this spring. In April, the Board and tants and LeeTran bus drivers — with four buses --to short­ eg more efficient are ongoing. This past spring, emergency management professionals from around the nation have County Manager were presented an Outstanding en the learning curve for their Panhandle counterparts and affirmed Lee County’s efforts. Achievement Award at the National Hurricane Conference jumpstart recovery. >> eg This month the Board and County Manager were award­ in New Orleans. This specialized team provided debris management and -a ed the A1 Bragg Government and Legislative Award at the In selecting the Board and the County Manager for this public information support to Gadsden County, EMS lead­ Governor’s Hurricane Conference in West Palm Beach. honor, the award committee cited “all-embracing support ership support in Calhoun County and procurement, utilities ' f a The A1 Bragg Government and Legislative Achievement and commitment to disaster-stricken communities following and county administration support to Liberty County. Hurricane Michael,” just weeks after dispatching first The Board and the Administration did not hesitate to send 1 responder teams to North Carolina in response to Hurricane help and even decided against submitting response costs to 0 Florence. the fiscally constrained counties requesting support. -as From page 5- Outstanding Achievement Awards honor innovative That level of commitment was only possible because of achievements “which may serve as a model to others.” In the the Board’s unwavering support of Public Safety. That sup­ 1 critical to store, clean and recharge our state’s water award application, it was noted that the five Board members port isn’t limited to hurricanes or other crisis-response supply. and the County Manager have consistently prioritized inno­ efforts but provides a stable foundation that allows a quick ■ Wetlands are the primary water filters for our vation in public safety and emergency management and response when needed. state. These proposed toll roads will permanently empowered staff to be better prepared. The effort of the five While the response was intended to offer support and eliminate thousands of acres of wetlands and threaten Board members and the County Manager was exemplified relief to Floridians in need, it provided additional opportuni­ thousands more by becoming the anchor for future during the Hurricane Michael response. Multiple response ties for Lee County professionals to gain invaluable experi­ sprawled development. teams from Lee County were deployed to support counties ence in responding to a crisis. 4fc | | ■ The funding to build these roads will divert in the Florida Panhandle. These teams included staff from Lee County Public Safety asks that the residents and vis­ existing state general funds away from badly needed departments such as Public Safety, LeeTran, Procurement itors here join us in creating a “Culture of Preparedness” water infrastructure priorities; projects critically need­ Management, Solid Waste/Utilities and Office of the County within your own families and businesses. Responding to and r \ Manager. recovering from a disaster is truly a communitywide effort. V i ed to counter the pollution created by exponential population growth and the continued loss of wetlands. Lee County Emergency Medical Services teams It isn’t possible to know what the 2019 hurricane season deployed to the Panhandle to respond to calls after Hurricane will bring, but Lee County remains committed to preparing 3 The Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation is Michael devastated the region. They were among the first and protecting residents and visitors. c dedicated to the conservation of coastal habitats and teams to enter Bay County, Mexico Beach and Calhoun eg aquatic resources on Sanibel and Captiva and in the County after Michael’s landfall and performed admirably in Christine Brady is Lee Assistant County Manager who ► surrounding watershed. For more information, visit an extremely difficult situation. supervises the Department of Public Safety, •a www.sccf.org. The first responders were not alone. Responding to www.leegov.com/publicsafety. a requests from the Florida Association of Counties and area s . t

Roundtable From page 4 ■ had left dormant — are huge improvements yet-to-be-recruited volunteer Lake the next outbreak may be just around the When they stepped out of the closed-door from where we were. Okeechobee fishing guides. We are facing a comer. roundtable that Rep. Rooney convened to u Much of the credit goes to Gov. Ron health crisis requiring urgent action. This is Can we learn from what others are discuss the health threat of algae blooms, £ DeSantis for making a 180-degree turn from too tepid a response to be called “progress,” doing? Lake Erie (especially at the Maumee CDC scientists could have helped inform a the policies of Scott. State policy seems to and it shouldn’t give comfort that the feder­ River in Toledo) has also had a serious our community by mentioning the need for 5 r have gone from providing assistance to al government is working to fix the problem. harmful algae/cyanobacteria problem. The protocols to warn the public about the risks clean up the mess to now trying to figure out What is most disappointing about the CDC’s website shows evidence of the involved in water recreation, eating the fish, ■a e how to prevent it. participation of CDC officials is that their agency’s work on Lake Erie HABs with a or breathing the air near HAB outbreaks of eg But the lack of information coming from silence about harmful algae blooms con­ warning that “Microcystin toxin ... can cyanobacteria — just as the CDC report? on the Centers for Disease Control and trasts with what appears on their website. cause diarrhea, vomiting, and liver damage its own website. Prevention was puzzling and disappointing. For example, the CDC’s website displays in people and animals when consumed.” Were they muzzled or did agency scientists a Physician’s Reference card stating: The CDC then reports that protocols Howard Simon served as executive direc­ choose to be silent? “Swallowing water that has cyanobacteria or were developed containing threat levels for tor o f the American Civil Liberties Union Given the increasing scientific research cyanobacterial toxins in it can cause serious water usage for people in the Toledo area. from 1997 to 2018. He now directs the documenting short-term exposure to illness” and “When in doubt, it’s best to stay Any strategy addressing the public health Project to Clean Up Okeechobee Waters. cyanobacteria to respiratory issues and the out.” crisis presented by toxins released by algae John Cassani is director o f the Calusa risk of liver cancer, and the long-term risk of CDC scientists might have at least blooms should start with a threat-level warn­ Waterkeeper. neuro-degenerative diseases (such as ALS informed the people of Southwest Florida of ing. Ultimately, this is about both prevention Linda Penniman is a former Naples City and Alzheimer’s), the CDC’s silence was that when they stepped out of the closed- and equipping people with information they •Council member and vice-chair of the dangerously uninformative. door roundtable. need to make informed decisions about how Collier County Waterkeeper. The CDC announced a limited study of Harmful algae blooms are a world-wide to protect their health and how much risk the impact of aerosolized cyanobacteria on problem. With longer and hotter summers, they are willing to incur.

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On the 12th landing is a brotherly affection and love for one anoth­ a just four syllables and only seven letters, and marble structure, there is a panoramic prayer offered by the city of Baltimore; on er and for their fellow citizens of the mean “Praise be to God!” They are signif­ view of the city with its four major seg­ the 20th is a memorial presented by some United States at large. 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Such was the discipline, the W e d Thur Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue plication, we beseech Thee, through Jesus 1 moral direction, and the spiritual mood Christ our Lord. Amen.” Sunrise 6:36 AM 6:36 AM 6:36 AM 6:36 AM 6:36 AM 6:35 AM 6:35 AM given by the founder and first president of Laus Deo! 8:18 PM 8:19 PM Sunset 8:16 PM 8:17 PM 8:17 PM 8:18 PM 8:18 PM our unique democracy - One Nation, Under God. George Washington’s prayer The Rev. Dr. Stephen LeBar is the for America reflects his recognition of interim senior pastor at the Sanibel Redfish Lo 3:53 AM dependency upon God. Community Church. Pass Hi 10:51 AM - 12:22 AM 1:20 AM 2:14 AM 3:08 AM 4:05 AM it- i “Almighty God; We make our earnest Lo 5:05 PM 4:28 AM 5:00 AM 5:27 AM 5:52 AM 6:16 AM 6:39 AM • : Hi 11:17 PM 11:11 AM 11:32 AM 11:55 AM 12:53 PM “ 12:22 PM 1:30 PM Lo mm • 5:49 PM 6:30 PM 7:09 PM 7:50 PM 8:33 PM 9:19 PM CROW Calendar s 0 u From page 41 under the age of 13. Cost is $25 per per­ Punta Lo 4:08 AM __ „ Tuesday, June 4 son. Photography opportunity available 1 Rassa Hi 10:40 AM - 12:11 AM 1:09 AM 2:03 AM 2:57 AM 3:54 AM ■ Wildlife Walk with Rehabilitators following tour with Animal Ambassador. c Lo 5:20 PM 4:43 AM 5:15 AM 5:42 AM 6:07 AM 6:31 AM 6:54 AM and Staff from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Advanced registration required; to regis­ Hi 11:06 PM 11:00 AM 11:21 AM 11:44 AM 12:11 PM 12:42 PM 1:19 PM Southwest Florida is filled with fasci­ ter, contact the Visitor Education Center > nating wildlife, and CROW provides a at 239-472-3644 ext. 229 or reserva­ r Lo — 6:04 PM 6:45 PM 7:24 PM 8:05 PM 8:48 PM 9:34 PM a unique opportunity to look into wildlife tions @ crowclinic .org. S rehabilitation and meet the staff responsi­ ■ Patient Profiles: Gopher Tortoises at Sanibel Lo 3:55 AM 4:30 AM __ ble for their care. Wildlife walks are the 11 a.m. Light Hi 9:56 AM 10:16 AM - 12:25 AM 1:19 AM 2:13 AM 3:10 AM best opportunity for visitors to get an in- The life of a gopher tortoise revolves Lo 5:07 PM 5:51 PM 5:02 AM 5:29 AM 5:54 AM 6:18 AM 6:41 AM depth look into the inner workings of our around its burrow. The tortoises are found Hi 10:22 PM 11:27 PM 10:37 AM 11:00 AM 11:27 AM 11:58 AM 12:35 PM hospital and the treatment process. The digging from southern Georgia to program has two parts: an introductory Southeast Florida. Because of its contribu­ Lo — — 6:32 PM 7:11 PM 7:52 PM 8:35 PM 9:21 PM presentation covering our medical and tions to the ecosystem, it is classified as a U rehabilitation methods; and a guided tour “Keystone Species.” Come listen as t»: ;• t; Captiva Lo 2:39 AM 3:14 AM 3:46 AM through treatment areas of the hospital, CROW’s presenter describes why they are (Outside) |^j S. 9:26 AM 9:46 AM 10:07 AM - 12:49 AM 1:43 AM 2:40 AM concluding on the rehabilitation grounds. admitted how the medical staff treats this 5r Lo 4:35 PM 5:16 PM 4:13 AM 4:38 AM Wildlife Walks take between one and two species. Adults are $12; ages 4-12 are $7. i as 3:51 PM 5:02 AM 5:25 AM hours; a 45-minute presentation and a 45- One of CROW’s Animal Ambassadors i TS Hi 9:52 PM 10:57 PM 11:55 PM 10:30 AM 10:57 AM 11:28 AM 12:05 PM t 9 — 5:55 PM minute tour. The program is open to all, will be present. 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