WEEK OF NOVEMBER 21, 2018
island
SANI8EL AND CAPTtVA. FLORIDA
Fire district contracts F R O M A l with new auditors By TIFFANY REPECKI [email protected] SOUP The Sanibel Fire and Rescue District’s commission signed off on a contract for a new audit firm. At the Nov. 14 meeting. CAN Administrator CROW helps raccoon Mary FTickey explained that the who got himself in a jam district recently put out a RFP after its STAFF REPORT existing audit com tr*)pf*cki@bri'i.^enc wspcipers cum pany reported that it would no longer be n Nov. 12, a northern raccoon was res handling governmental audits. cued from Nr>rth F^'ort Myers and taken to “We are required by law to have an Othe Clinic for the Rehabilitation of audit,’’ she said. Wildlife on Sanibel after it had gotten itself into The district received two bids, which the quite the predicament. audit committee reviewed. The male raccoon had gotten his head stuck in a soup can, officials reported. See FIRE DISTRICT, page 54 C'oncerned with his ability to breathe, the vet erinary team immediately used a can opener to remove the bottom of the can. The raccoon was ISIAHDERINSIDE then given sedation medication so they could safely cut the can away. However, as soon as the medication began to take effect, the raceextn relaxed and the can easily slipped from his head. I'he team checked him over and found he was in great health. He did not sustain any cuts or injuries from the can. Once fully recovered from the setlation medication, he would be returned to the wilil. Anyone who finds an animal in need of assis tance is asked to contact CROW or a local wildlife rehabililator for help. To contact CROW, call 2,Td-472-.T644. PHOTOS PROVIDED lETSGO iVmiSMNDER
Low levels of red tide still lurking off shore AiF>^IHSIDET0D&Y By JESSE MEADOWS medium concentrations (greater than 100,000 cells — 1 million per liter) and Letters to the Editor...... 4 Southwest I'lorida may have gotten a high concentrations (more than Word on the Island...... 4 reprieve from red tide, but reeent data 1,000,000 K. Brevis cells per liter) in Business...... 8 stiows Karenia brevis is still present in Boca Grande Pass on Nov. 6. Sports...... 52 Lee County in low to medium eoncen- The coasts of Pinellas, Manatee, trations. Sarasota, and Charlotte counties have Preserving Paradise...... 55 A sample taken in l.overs Key State shown high concentrations. isiand Living...... 56 Park on Nov. 7 showed a low abundanee and Wildlife Conservation Commission. Lee County has shown up to a 5 percent isiand Faces...... 57 & 59 of K. brevis eells per liter (less than To the north, a sample taken at See RED TIDE, page 51 Obituaries 60 10,()()()). aeeording to the L'lorida F-'ish Lighthouse Beaeh on Sanibel showed Ciassifieds 61 This Week's Featured Home 1677 Sabal Sands Road Contemporary Home - Gorgeous River Views ss«ao3 jsuioisno |ei)u8pfss|j PFEIFER 3 Bedroom, 2 Both with Loft - Open Floor Plan
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K> Saturd^ & Sund^ oe November & Sth 24 2 • O' — lOIN US — For A Joyful Holid^ Reception Saturd^, 5-5 p.m. Meet Charles Krypell and experience the timeless beauty/ of his designs. i s • i-:-’ Bring in an unwrapped W \ ::-i gift or canned food and be entered in a drawing for a $2500 L I L V ^ SHOPPING JEWELERS SPREE! 520 TARPON BAY ROAD (ACROSS FROM SANIBEL, FL 33957 239-472-2888 | ULYJEWELESS.COM i R t fUi ee 0 . islan d QC O OPINIONS Report your news to CAPT1VASANIBEL.COM u Word on the Island B > o How did you commemorate Veterans Day this year? Z »• w ■s T1 c ■g V* «M o g Bob Tang JoAnne Fowler Robert Emmett Brooke Simon Ron Millard retired retired retired registered nurse retired Sanibel Sanibel Sanibel Sanibel Sanibel “I didn’t do anything special, “1 posted my veteran father’s “I just took it easy. 1 am a vet “Me, personally, my husband’s “We didn’t go anywhere, but s but 1 have a high regard for vet picture on Faceb(H)k and sent eran from World War II.” a veteran. He helped greet the we always give gratefuls before 0 out my best wishes to all the our dinners every day and we H erans.” veterans at the Golden Chorale veterans and thanked them for in Cape Coral for their free included the veterans and 1 their service.” meal.” thanked them for their service.” is la n d a REPORTER Mcuor step toward acquisition s By BIRGIE M IlifR Saniiti Utst week, the Lee County Board of County CapHva Guest Commentary is(anc(er Commissioners voted unanimously to move (USPS 8I3.S80) our 68-acre Wulfert Bayous acquisition project From here, the Lee County 20/20 staff will impact on the vote. 2.'140 Periwinkle Way into the next pha.se of potential purchase begin the due process for possible acquisition of ■ John McCabe and Marc Giattini. Both •Sanibel, H , 3.W57 through l.>ee County’s Conservation 20/20 the 68-acre parcel. T^e “Ding” Darling John and Marc have spent an inordinate amount Phone. (2.3V) 472-1.S87 Wildlife Society has committed to raising a par of time working hard behind the scenes to get l av (23V) 472-H3V8 Program. 'Phis vote was crucial to move this Web captivasanibel.com project forward through the process. tial match of the county’s investment. We will the DDWS and this property to this stage. Miiny thanks to all of our supporters for keep you posted as actions develop. Interested in learning more about this project Special thanks to; and what you can do to help make it a reality? O) l*ul>lisher helping to make this happen, Irom contacting Scott Blonde the commissioners via email and phone call to ■ Sanibel Mayor Kevin Ruane. The mayor Contact DDWS Executive Director Birgie T5 sblondef'ihrff If newspapers xom the leaders of the HOAs on Sanibel, the met individually with each commissioner to Miller at 239-472-1110 ext. 4 or [email protected]. C Kditur Committee of the Island and Erick Lindblad of encourage support of this land acquisition. Even I'ilTany Repecki the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation during the water crisis and time consuming Birgie Miller is the executive director of the trrf>eeki (d^hrrezeneH'Sftapers .1 'um who all sent letters of support for this acquisi responsibilities with the city and beyond, he “Ding" Darling Wildlife Society-Friends of the Rc|>or1er/lslan FURNITURE INTERIORS rrf o ^ a ^ v ^ m e o. (e •« ©■< BLACK FM DAt SALE «T B Ki s a v e u p to K» O ©e a n 1 I 1 0 °^iy\\jw \ occassional, accents i & accessories! as a a SO ■ ft SAVE UP TO 40% OFF* THESE DESIGNER BRANDS! CENTURY* CHADDOCK VANGUARD- UPHOLSTERY FUHNITUHE m n « £ g VtwtE FORT MYERS: 13170 S. Clevelond Ave., Fort Myers, FI 33907 See more products online at Phone: (239) 415-2800 ROBBSTUCKY.COM PROFESSIONAl INTERIOR DESIGN SERVICES NAPLES: 355 9th Street South, Naples, FL 34102 LOW PRICE GUARANTEE CUSTOM WINDOW TREATMENTS Phone: (239) 732-2400 *R&S never seiU at MSRP; our prices are always lower. 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Chamber announces B >■ gold sponsors for © Luminary Holiday Stroll >»w The Sanibcl & Captiva Islands Chamber of ■o C:ommerce recently announced that Bank of the Islands t e and Periwinkle Place are gold sponsors for the 34th annual Luminary Holiday Stroll on Dec. 7-8. ■g "We appreciate our chamber for putting together such a wondertui event to celebrate the holidays on both o islands,” Bank of the Islands Vice ITesident Willy Ocasio said. “It's also a time for reconnecting with old friends, as well as making new ones, and what better way than with a stroll to your favorite Luminary destina tions.” "We are excited to be a spon.sor of this community wide event, which promotes local shopping with a fun- filled evening for family and friends,” Periwinkle Place owner Ben Dahimann said. “Our .shops appreciate the recognition this longstanding event provides.” Chamber President John Lai commented on both 0 sponsorships. “Bank of the Islands is not ju.st committed to provid ing extraordinary customer service, but giving back to •a1 our community by contributing time and funds to numer CQ ous worthwhile organizations,” he said. “We are delight ABOVE: ed to have them as a gold sponsor of Luminary.” Bank of the Islands Vice •a “We are pleased to welcome Periwinkle Place as a President Willy Ocasio, a Luminary gold sjxrnsor,” Lai added. “It’s a popular shop Sanibel & Captiva Islands « u ping center with our visitors and residents, as well as a Chamber of Commerce strong supporter of the community.” President John Lai, center, The event will be held on Dec. 7 from 5:30 to 9 p.m. and Bank of the Islands from one end of Periwinkle Way to the other on Sanibel, Assistant Vice President then on Dec. 8 from 5:30 to 9 p.m. along Captiva Drive Darrin Grotrian. and Andy Rosse Lane on Captiva. Lit paths will lead the way to landmarks, where festi 0> val-goers can enjoy activities, snacks and refreshments at LEFT: t: participating busines.ses and organizations. Periwinkle Periwinkle Place Property a Place will feature live music by Children’s Choir of the Manager Ken Huggins, left, Islands, Malibu Duo and Megan Ro.se Duo and time to and owner Ben Dahimann. T3 visit with Santa. C “Our goal is to offer recognition to island businesses c« and encourage kx-al shopping while providing a fun- PHOTOS PROVIDED filled evening for family and friends,” Lai said. “We are also excited to unveil our renovated Visitor's Center on Sanibel’s Luminary night and invite everyone to see and experience the changes.” SanCap Lions report on Recycle for Sight’s progress for month The Sanibel Captiva Lions Club ■ Bailey’s General Store, 2477 reported a strong collection of eyeglasses Periwinkle Way, Sanibel in .September, as part of its Recycle for ■ Island Pharmacy, 2330 Palm Ridge Sight l^rgram. Road, Suite 12, Sanibel The month exceeded July and a slow ■ Sanibel Captiva Community Bank, August with a total of 338 items collect 2475 Libra^ Way, Sanibel ed. ■ Sanibel Captiva Community “We are very pleased with the number Bank. 1037 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel and thank our community for stepping up ■ Sanibel Community Church, 1740 in this cause,” Rick Wagner said. “Many Periwinkle Way, Sanibel {vople in need benefit from the used eye- ■ Sanibel Fhiblic Library, 770 Dunlop glas.ses, ca.ses and hearing aids collected. Road, Sanibel Sight is undoubtedly one of the Lions ■ Sanibel Eyecare, 1571 Periwinkle defining causes and this is a part of our Way, Sanibel work.” ■ Sanibel Senior Center/Center 4 Life, There were 253 clear and dark glasses 2401 Library Way, Sanibcl collected, along with 75 eyeglass cases. The Sanibel Captiva Lions meet on the To donate used gla.sses. including read first and third Wednesday of each month ing glasses, place them in the specially at 6 p.m. at The Community House on marked Lions Recycle for Sight collection Sanibel. The meetings feature a speaker; boxes located at the following businesses: dinner costs $ 15 for non-Lions. The pub ■ Ace Hardware, 2025 Periwinkle lic and visiting Lions are welcome to Way, Sanibel attend. To RSVP for dinner, call Steve at ■ Bank of the Islands, 1699 239-233-6261 or JetTat 302-521-1158. Periwinkle Way. Sanibcl For more about the club, visit PHOTO PROVIDED ■ Bank of the Islands, 14812 Captiva sanibelcaptivalions.org. Specially marked Lions Recycle for Sight collection boxes can be found Drive, Suite 33924, Captiva on Sanibel and Captiva. ttT IQ Business Notes re Lily & Co. Jewelers year-old daughter, Michaela. Fischer is to host designer the founder and managing partner of SRI, Lily & Co. Jewelers will host a cocktail a full-service advertising agency based in party on Nov. 24 from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Fort Myers. for jewelry designer Charles Krypell, fol His other interests include traveling, IT" boating, and just about anything outdoors. O lowed by a second chance to meet him on ■-I Nov. 25 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Sanibel Sea School is at 455 Krypell will showcase his Gold, Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. Sterling Silver, Diamond and Precious 3 Pastel collections, as well as the Love DDWS hires new re Story collection during the two-day show. development officer & Invite a friend to the cocktail party and Dot Voorhees recently accepted the each will receive a treat to kick off the full-time position as development officer holiday season. for the “Ding” Darling Wildlife Society- o Bring an unwrapped gift or canned Friends of the « food to be entered in a drawing for a Refuge. B $2,500 shopping spree. She, along For more information, call 239-472- with fellow K> 2888. Development Lily & Co. is at 520 Tarpon Bay Rd., Officer Sierra K) © Sanibel. Hoisington and r-» Director of (X VIP Realty Group Development welcomes new agent Lynnae Messina, Island Realtor John Van Voorhis has will work with joined VIP Realty Group. E x e c u t i v e N Director Birgie NEW re After obtain 3 ing his graduate Miller in re degree from the strengthening jj/i Dot Voorhees r •O University of and enhancing MUSEUM ta Northern Iowa, overall development efforts to support the Van Voorhis mission of the J.N. “Ding” Darling POP-UP STORE ? and his wife National Wildlife Refuge. Voorhees will o head events and communication coordina o moved to 5 S o u th w e s t tion for DDWS fundraising efforts. NOW OPEN AT Florida in the A native of Katonah, New York, late 1960s. An Voorhees brings over 15 years of experi educator and ence in non-profit events management, THE SANIBEL coach before marketing and communications to the working in sales team. Most recently, she was in charge of events and communications for the OUTLETS in the gladiola John Van Voorhis flower industry, Friends of the John Jay Homestead in the blend of teaching and his love of the Katonah for 10 years. land motivated him to become a Realtor. Voorhees has served as a consultant S H O P TH E M U S E U M 'S working with clients from around the Van Voorhis began investing on the 3 islands in the late 1970s and has worked country on market research for TV adver PREMIER COLLECTION a tising and has put to use her biology full-time as a Realtor since 2001. He is a OF GIFTS: exquisite X member of the national, state. Fort Myers degree from the University of Miami as a re and Sanibel-Captiva boards of Realtors, wildlife researcher. jewelry, children's toys and he holds the designation as a Sanibel and Captiva Island Specialist. Mulka, DICharla and books, and fine home For more information, call 239-472- complete training program decor-one-stop holiday 5187 or visit online at Becky Mulka and Tina DiCharia, of SanCapislandRE.com. VIP Realty shopping for all ages! The VIP Realty Group is at 1560 Group, recently Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. completed the Spokesperson Sanibel Sea School Issues Training welcomes new trustee program con The Sanibel Sea School recently wel ducted by comed Scott Fischer to the non-profit Florida Realtors Plus, on November 25th, join us organization’s board of trustees. at its headquar F is c h e r’s ters in Orlando. for MUSEUM STORE SUNDAY love for the Designed to from 10 a.m.-7 p.m. and enjoy ocean began at improve public age 16, when he speaking abili started scuba ties, enhance 9S O / A B E STOM-WIDI diving in the communication ^■1 # W (fine jewelry excluded) Caribbean and with the media the Gulf of and increase Mexico. During awareness of the his undergradu issues affecting ate program at Realtors, it was Georgia, he taught by Tom worked as an Morgan and Pop-Up Stoic ioc.itoH assistant instruc Joan McCain, PAiLI j MATTHIWS Orlando-based within the Sanibel tor and accom Scott Fischer panied countless communications Outlets between Swim groups of students on their first open experts with Mart and Maidenloim at NATIONAL water dives in the ocean. extensive expe 20.iS0 Summerlin Rd. rience with print SHELL His life in Southwest Florida began Fort My as, FI with a quick, unplanned stop in Fort and electronic media news. Myers. Now a full-time resident, he Tina DiCharia 239-437-1502 MUSEUM resides with his wife, Jennifer, and 12- Florida See BUSINESS, page 10 Business oc DAILY . WEEKLY - MONTHLY - VACATION RENTALS n From page 9 At 3,000 square feet and located next Realtors provides programs, services, to Golf 4 Less, the popular 1950s-style 90 continuing education, research and leg hot spot for burgers, fiies, milkshakes, islative representation to its 165,000 wine and beer joins Island Java Caf as O members in 55 boards/associations. Sanibel Outlets expands its on-site food { \ Captiva Cottages and beverage choices. Customers presenting $50 in same-day b. Grotrian promoted to assistant vice president store receipts at Shopper Services begin Bank of the Islands announced that ning Nov. 17 will receive a $10 E “True Captiva Paradise”. Cheeburger Cheeburger gift card, while > Darrin Grotrian has been promoted to 0 assistant vice president. supplies last. Z With this pro motion, he Lee County VCB Nestled in a quiet, peaceful oasis and just two blocks becomes an offi seeks nominations 1 cer within the The Lee County Visitor & Convention to “Downtown Captiva.” Relax and enjoy the bayside bank’s manage Bureau is seeking nominations for the I ment team. 10th annual Chrysalis Awards pool, 250 feet fishing dock & private screened porches. Grotrian will Celebration of Business & Tourism. *s also continue The VCB and the Greater Fort Myers serving as the Chamber of Commerce organize the assistant office luncheon and trade show, which will be I manager for the held on May 10 from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. island offices. at the Sanibel Harbour Marriott Resort & Last year, he Spa. represented the The Chrysalis awards recognize the bank at the Darrin Grotrian value of tourism and community team Florida Bankers work in maintaining and enhancing Association’s ■‘Emerging Leaders” tourism as a major economic engine for Washington, D.C., Fly-in. An active Lee County. The awards represent an Sanibel resident, he also serves on the opportunity for community members and board of the Sanibel Community businesses to recognize the dedication and Association as treasurer and is a member hard work by tourism partners. of Sanibel-Captiva Rotary Club. At the luncheon, six Chrysalis award recipients will be announced. A panel of Dixon joins local business and community leaders Naumann & Associates judge the nominations and select one J o h n award recipient for each of the following Naumann & categories: business development, cultural Associates achievement, education, business tourism announces the leader, eco innovation, and sales and mar addition of Amy keting. Dixon to its pro Nominations can be submitted online fessional team. at leevcb.com. Dixon is a The nomination deadline is Jan. 18. knowledgeable real estate pro Norris earns certification fessional and is Sanibel Captiva Community Bank a very welcome announced that Debbie Norris, vice presi addition. dent and office manager at the McGregor LZ branch, earned the American Amy Dixon Bankers Association Thanksgiving cruise Branch Manager taking reservations Certification. Adventures In Paradise is taking reser The certifica vations for its annual Thanksgiving Sunset tion is awarded Dolphin & Wildlife Cruise on Nov. 22 to individuals it ■ from 4:30 to 6 p.m., departing from “G” who demon dock at the Port Sanibel Marina. strate the skills Complimentary soft drinks and home essential to suc made pumpkin pie. cessfully man Tickets are $39 per passenger. age branch • IHR^lBA CA)ttages with fully equipped kitchen For reservations and information, call office opera 239-472-8443 or visit tions, knowledge Debbie Norris • Dock located right at main channel to ICW, www.AdventuresInParadise.com. of deposit and loan products, as well as The Port Sanibel Marina is at 14341 sales management and customer service. accoinmodates Imats up to 26’ Port Comfort Road, Fort Myers. Norris has over three decades of bank • Central heat & AC ing experience. Prior to joining the bank, Cheeburger Cheeburger she worked in the corporate lockbox department at PNC Bank in Pittsburgh. • Cable r\ and f ree WiFi open at Sanibel Outlets She joined Sanibel Captiva Community Cheeburger Cheeburger, a Sanibel . SIOOO SLSOt) \Veeklv Bank in 2002 as a teller supervisor and favorite since 1986, is open for business has managed the McGregor branch since at the Sanibel Outlets. 2006. ^ - CAPTIVA-ISLAND.COM Report your news to * "Search for Captiva Cottages" THE ISLAND REPORTER: of ( AHIINA ML 239-395-2490 OR 1-800-547-0127 captivasanibel.com 15 a: 70 She Sells Sea Shells to support SCCF T-I In support of the environment and Sanibel-Captiva 2 . Conservation Foundation, She Sells Sea Shells reduced the S. price of Its reusable shopping bags to $5, with $1 of every bag going to SCCF. Made from recy cled materials, the bags come in several island-inspired designs, including sea turtles, manatees, O dolphins, mermaids and beach scenes. They are washable and 3 durable. She Sells Sea Shells is at 1157 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. n PHOTO PROVIDED The Sanibel team of McMurray and Nette, with Royal Shell Real Estate. From left, Chapin Leatherwood, Linda Von Wowern, Mike McMurray, Trevor Nette and Hillary Chen. oo McMurray, Nette reveal s new brand identity «) T3 McMurray and Nette, of Royal Shell Led by Mike McMurray and Trevor K Real Estate, recently introduced a new Nette, the reinvigorated brand identity brand identity - brand, logo and posi and new logo reflect a polished, sophis tioning line. ticated and elegant brand image, with n o The new brand identity will be the revamped positioning line of “Real B rounded out using direct mail, bill Estate Done Really Well.” boards, print and digital advertising, For more information, call 239-850- and more as joint branding with parent 7888 or 239-281-4435 or visit company Royal Shell, including its McMurrayandNette.com. rental and property management pro McMurray and Nette is at 1997 grams. Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. 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Way (239)472-1998 Full Liquor Open 4:30-9:00 pm 7 days • Take Out Available ■ Gluten Free Pasta fS ‘Ding’ Darling extends holiday happy hours for shoppers 01 0£ SCA launches 93 The J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife a free gift. &. membership drive Refuge’s Nature Store will host its fifth annual Nature Store Manager Ann-Marie Happy Hour Holiday Shopping event on Nov. Wildman will also debut the 2019 Luc 90 November is Membership Drive Month 25 in the Visitor & Education Center, at 1 Century Sea Star ornament, which will O for the Sanibcl Community Association. Wildlife Drive, Sanibel. be for sale that evening. For the last 90 years. The Community There will be free refreshments, extended “All profits from Nature Store pur House has been a gathering place for res hours and complimentary gift wrapping. chases go directly to benefiting idents. An island tradition, the facility has The “Ding” Darling Wildlife Society- wildlife and conservation,” she said. been open since 1927, serving as a true “This has been a fun way to get every is “home" for Sanibcl and Captiva’s civic Friends of the Refuge will keep the store open B one into the holiday spirit with an a and social life. With 2018 coming to a two extra hours after the center closes, from 5 > to 7 p.m. altruistic twist.” 0 close, the annual Membership Drive is in full swing. The date also marks the nationally promoted For more information, call 239- Individual memberships start at $50, Giving Tuesday, and the store will set up a 472-1100 ext. 241. n family memberships are $100 and busi Giving Tree that allows donors to easily con tribute to education, land acquisition and 1 ness memberships are $150; membership Luc Century’s 2019 Sea Star orna and gifts are tax deductible. Members research projects at the refuge in the name of a loved one for holiday gifting. ment will be available this year for I receive multiple benefits, including: a limited, numbered edition of 75 ■ Discounted admission to program The Refuge Nature Store has stocked special pieces. The ornament proof will o ming holiday items for the event, and it will have gift also be for sale. ■ Preferred access to SCA sponsored consultants ready with suggestions and free gift-wrapping with recycled paper. ,t5 events PHOTO PROVIDED ■ Access to The Community House Shoppers who spend more than $20 receive for private events ■ “Members only” events throughout the year Historical museum to host holiday event The (Community House has remained The Sanibel Historical Museum and Village’s free Luminary in operation thanks to the generosity of event on Dec. 7 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. at 950 Dunlop Road the community. It receives no support will celebrate “A Sanibel ‘70s Christmas: Change Comes from public funds or tax dollars, but each Riding In.” The event will celebrate the holiday season and B the Important events that occurred on the island in the 0 year it looks to its residents to provide contributions, rental fees and membership 1970s, giving back to the community and giving visitors a fees. It is the goal of the SCA is to support chance to see the museum at no cost. The emphasis will 1 the community with social events, pro be on the historic vote to Incorporate Sanibel and on the grams and volunteer opportunities, as shared-use paths, which started In the 1970s. Also cele brated will be the accomplishments of the Sanibel women well as provide low fee rental space for of the era. The Sanibel Community Chorus will perform at non-profits, service organizations and » 4 p.m., caroling in the old-fashioned way throughout the a clubs. village. There will be a drawing for prizes using the ballots s For more information or to become a attendees fill out and homemade cookies. For Information, member, visit sanibclcommunityhou.se.net call 239-472-4648 or visit online at or call 239-472-2155. Sanibel Historical Museum and Village www.sanlbelmuseum.org. p h o t o p r o v id e d teers Kevin O’Donnell and Ginny Darby. THERE’S NO BETTER WAY H A P p v Q< TO START YOUR D A Y f^ r y A ■O % NKSGIVING 2 WHY WAIT FOR BREAKFAS JOIN US AT BLUE GIRAFFE! ------We are truly grateful to all of our clients, business associates, friends and family. U A M -5P M • Dlntm We wish you all a Happy Thanksgiving! 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Shown are, from ieft Les Boyle, Jan Fifer, participsant Evan WeygantW riding grants to two entities Scarlet, and volunteer and horse leaderier NadinaNadir Roberts. S ftN At its recent meeting, the Kiwanis Club of s Sanibel & Captiva awarded grants to The f t Kiwanis provides grant s Sanibel School and Southwest Florida V) Symphony for the coming year. Assistant to Special Equestrians Principal Jamie Reid and Tom Uhler, the sym The Sanibel Captiva Kiwani.s Club recently awarded a grant to Special phony’s board president, accepted their Eque.strians, a local non-profit serving children with mental and physical challenges. respective funds. The school’s grant will sup The organization operates a 14-acre farm in the Buckingham area, where children n port the annual Seahorse Festival, which ben are helped through riding activities and care for the horses. It serves over 90 stu O efits the PTA and island school. The sympho dents, who come from a five-county area. A United Way partner. 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D H56 M.Taittiami Trail-K, FortHym.fL 3390J (239)997-5777 15600 San Carlos Blvd, Unit ITO - fort Myrrs, FI K908 (Z39)«7?7 O Students picked for honor choir The School District of Lee County’s All County Middle School Honor Choir Festival took place on Nov. 15 at Cape Coral High School. Students Ava Camputaro, Lilly Doster, Preston Hanni, Gabby McKinney, Gracie McKinney, Camryn Peach and Kristian Schafer were selected to represent The Sanibel School by Music Director Joey Giangreco. Recycled art supplies needed PHOTO PROVIDED The Sanibel School is in the beginning of brainstorming a Naples Mayor BUI Barnett, Sanibel Sea School Director of Development Chrissy Basturk and for the Children’s Holiday Tree Trail at the Edison Home. o Collier Child Care Resources Executive Director NIccole Howard. The theme is “Moonlight and Sunlight.’’ The criteria calls for 0 using recycled materials that can withstand the outside ele 1 Sanibel Sea School earns Family Friendly Business Award ments, as well as be creative. The school is in need of round •a I’he Sanibel Sea Sch(HiI received a Family Friendly Business Award from the Collier Child Care Resources Altoid metal containers and small toys sitting or standing fig on Oct. 16. Development Director Chrissy Basturk accepted the award, which was presented by Naples Mayor urines. It also hopes to collect moonshells from any shell col > Bill Barnett and CCCR Executive Director Niccole Howard. Each year, the awards acknowledge local busi lectors. Items can be dropped off in the school office for Ty •a nesses that put family first. Criteria include workplace policies and programs that assist families in raising Stewart. a their children. In addition to providing fiexible scheduling and child care support for employees with children, the Sanibel Sea School provides program and camp scholarships to local families, school groups and partner For more information, call 239-472-1617 or visit organizations in need and offers Free Community Camp Days on select school holidays throughout the year. sbl.leeschools.net. For more infonnation, visit sanibelseaschcxrl.org. Sanibel Captiva Island Specialist | OI t: CATHIE LEWIS, Realtor I i . 0> I r a d itip n s 239-745-7367 !( [email protected] !. ■o a / will sincerely CQ (.utv.ite Sanibel Style work for you 2 OAM/ Make Your Reservations Early: Holiday Parties Christmas Eve Dinner Christmas Dinner New Year’s Eve Gala (239) 472-4559 3111 W e s t G u lf D rive • S a n ib e l TraditionsOnTheBeach.com School sales tax vote demonstrates f t community’s commitment to children Ul By CATHLEEN M ORGAN and I DR. GREG ADKINS Guest Commentary On behalf of the 84,000-plus students 2, in our public schools, we want to say These dollars will build new schools to December. Members will have full access to ixrsitions, strengthen pniperty values and thank you for making children a priority. keep up with student enrollment projec all sales tax documentation and transactions. mduce crime. s. Increasing taxes is never an easy topic tions, maintain and renovate the schools Quarterly, they will review and provide We do not take lightly the responsibil s and we truly appreciate those in Lee we already have, provide needed safety reports for the public about the district’s use ity you have placed in us, nor we will we County who recognized the importance of and security improvements and upgrade of sales lax proceeds. We invite you to apply wa.ste this op|xmunity. We are committed I this issue. You did your homework, technology to keep our students competi and be part of the committee at to sup|x>rting this community, and helping becoming educated about a complicated tive with their peers around the world. www.leeschools.net. every child in Lee County reach his or her o budget and budget process, and m ^ n g an The way we spend sales tax proceeds will The sales tax vote was never just about highest ptuential. < informed decision. be carefully scrutinized and fully transpar the money, though. It was about providing Cathleen Morgan is liuiir of the lA-e n Over a 10-year period, the extra half- ent. An Independent Sales Surtax Oversight a high-quality public education system for County School Hoard and Dr. Gref’ B cent will add up to an estimated $754.8 Committee, made up of 15 members and our community. A system, which will bol Adkins is the superintendent for the Lee ■1 million in capital funding for our schools. two alternates will be appointed in ster our local economy, attract high-wage Counts’ School District. Kt O CROW Calendar of Events 00 Editor’s note: The Clinic for the treatment process. The program has ■ Wildlife Re.scue 101 at 11 a.m. Police Blotter Rehabilitation of Wildlife on Sanibel two parts: an introductory presentation Have you ever come across wildlife will be closed on Nov. 22 in obser covering our medical and rehabilitation in “distress” but did not know the i Editor's note: The police blotter contains public N vance of the Thanksgiving holiday.) methods; and a guided tour through appropriate steps to help? Rorida is information obtained from the l^e County Sherijfs f t treatment areas of the hospital, con home to over 700 terrestrial animals S Office and Lee County Jail booking log and Sanibel f t cluding on the rehabilitation grounds. and other invertebrates, which all s . Today, Nov. 21 Police Department records. Arrests made are su.spi- (A ■ Wildlife Walk with Wildlife Walks take between one and depend on sustainable recreational cions of crime)s) committed. All persons are innocent Rehabilitators and Staff from 11 a.m. two hours; a 45-minute presentation practices to survive. From posturing to until proven guilty in a court of law. to 12:30 p.m. and a 45-minute tour. The program is vocalizations, animals communicate in n open to all, but it is not recommended a variety of ways and, at times, indicate 7 Southwest Florida is filled with fas Arrests c cinating wildhfe, and CROW provides for children under the age of 13. Cost their need for human assistance. o is $25 per person. Photography oppor Whether it is deterring visitors from ■ Theobal Masner, 55, of 2055 Hraman Ave., B a unique opportunity to look into Apt. 8, Fort Myers, was charged Nov. 10 with know wildlife rehabilitation and meet the tunity available following tour with feeding birds on the beach or detaching Animal Ambassador. Advanced regis a pelican from fishing line in the man ingly drive while license suspended revoked. staff responsible for their care. Wildlife ■ Justin M. Mopavich, 32, of 131 N.W. Ninth St., walks are the best opportunity for visi tration required; to register, contact groves, the program will cover wildlife David Waszmer at 239-472-3644 or rescue assessment, as well as handling Naples, was charged Nov. 14 with knowingly drive tors to get an in-depth look into the while license suspended revoked. inner woridngs of our hospital and the [email protected]. See CROW, page 51 SUNDAY (/) aE3 BRUNCH X n BUFFET Louis M. 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For the Annual Tree Lighting, there will holi Mid-term exams were ‘Tween Waters Island Resort & Spa will host i t s ^ j day music and sugar cookies in need of decorat always important but it 2018 Sunset Tree Lighting Celebration on Nov. ^ ing. > was the finals that mostly 23, while South Seas Island Resort will hold its 0 Annual Tree Lighting on Nov. 24 for the com “Adults do it too,” Decherd said of the Z determined what your cookie decorating. “It’s for anybody in the grades would be. The munity. >•* Both celebrations are free and open to res Christmas spirit.” CQ mid-terms were just a There will also be holiday-themed crafts warm up. idents and visitors. 1 Organized for 15-plus years, the ‘Tween for children. Studying for both the “Like making little ornaments,” she mid-terms and finals Waters event draws over 1,000 attendees I said. “They cut up snowflakes and deco were so much more each year. The festivities will include % rate them.” excruciating than stand Captiva .snowstorm and snowing palm ' •m The highlight of the event is the reading o ing in line today to vote. trees, along with more than 100,000 lights Art Stevens and new holiday displays. There will be live of “T’was the Night Before Christmas,” Your whole college which takes place immediately before social life was put on music plus caroling, with fireworks at sun the Christmas tree is lit. Families should be there by 6 hold during those ag(v set. p.m. to not miss out. ni/.ing weeks and days Shell During the afternoon and into the night, CJ the DJ will Decherd noted that the lights on the tree are hit at sun leading up to the exams. rock it poolside and beachside. Shocked Flot dogs and burgers, with a ship of chips, will be set. e There were all night “We also provide complementary hot chocolate and © studying, memorizing available for $7-8. u apple cider,” she said. historic dates, the laws of physics, the biology of frogs The Crow’s Nest will have a limited menu starting at For the first time this year, the Annual Tree Lighting iuid the subjunctive tense in English. Aside from playing 4 p.m., with the Gatlins playing at 8:30 p.m. 1 will take place at the marina, where the Annual Holiday along with the contestants on Jeopardy, most of that New this year, the W ^efield Room will feature a din Stroll takes place. The event was previously held in 1 information required to pass the mid-terms has been ner viewing party from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Enjoy the fam Chadwick’s Square on the south end. shoved into the useless bin on the nether side of your ily-style Italian buffet with family-style seating and Decherd invited the community to come out for the brain. watch the fireworks from the balcony. celebration. a But there is one bit of studying 1 did for a final exam Dinner is $37 for adults and $18 for children ages 10 “It kicks off our holiday season and holiday-themed s in college French that stays with me to this day. Ifs a and under. weekends,” she said, also pointing to the site change. “It paragraph from "lx Livre de Mon Ami” by Anatole Going on for several years, the Annual Tree Lighting is down at the north end, so it’s a great way to come out France, which I had to memorize and recite in front of the will take place from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. and experience the resort.” F'rcnch pmfessor. The correct pnmunciation of the “It’s the kick off to our Holiday Stroll,” Rhonda For more on the Sunset Tree Lighting Celebration, French language was important to this professor and Decherd, director of catering at South Seas, said. visit www.tween-waters.com your comjx'tence in French was mostly determined by The South Seas Annual Holiday Stroll, which opens L< For more about the Annual Tree Lighting, visit © how well you pronounced each word. on Dec. 7 and runs Fridays and Saturdays throughout ■o www.southseas.com. e “(”est aussi pour moi une questions si vraiment..." December, turns the marina on the north end of the resort C8 ‘Tween Waters Island Resort & Spa is at 15951 was how the pas.sage began. I pas.scd with flying colors. into a holiday wonderland. For a donation of $10 for Captiva Drive. I really can't sjxiak French currently but if prodded 1 will adults, visitors can enjoy movies, sweet treats, crafts for at South Seas Island Resort is at 5400 Plantation Road. > lax my memory and recite this pas.sage to unsuspecting children and more. •x: a and unwitting friends and stnmgers to pmve my talent in C9 the French language. Little do they know that this pas U sage is all I can say in French. file setting for mid-temi and final exams was always Sanibel Sea School hosts i extreme. Your professor presided along with a number of 1 pixxtors. Pixxtor was another term for pri.son guard. I’m C/5 amazed that we all weren’t frisked when we entered the examination nxim. While sometine in the class always first annual scavenger hunt found a way to cheat, it was practically impossible to do On Nov. 3, the Sanibel Sea so. Ttx) many eyes were on you. Five proctors rushed to School hosted its first annual Flip your desk if you yawned, stretched, sneezed or burped. Flop Family Scavenger Hunt. You almost felt as if you would be carried out of the During the event, participants of Rxrm and your college career destroyed. all ages were asked to travel around There was a set time limit for each exam and you the islands and photograph land were a*quired to complete the test within it. 1 always marks, items and team members marvcleii at tlx; students who finished Uieir exams con doing funny things. They tested their siderably earlier than the rest of us, handed them in and island and ocean knowledge to earn floated out of the maximum security room with a smile points and were asked to gather on their faces, llxiir message was clear and simple; I things like shells, restaurant menus know tills subject backwards and forwards, unlike the and even a dead fish. rest of you. Suffer, you all, while I can now go have five There was also a mandatory beers and wait for my high grade to follow. obstacle course on the beach. Fiach time a student got up to turn in his or her exam “We were happy to see everyone paper 1 felt a new wave of panic. Why am 1 taking so having so much fun,” event coordi long to answer the exam questions? Will 1 finish in time? nator Chrissy Basturk said. “There Will 1 be the last person turning in his exam some thirty were tots of laughs and some of our seainds before the cut oft' time? Why did 1 take this teams were very creative.” axirse in the first place? The winning team was awarded a 1 loved my college days but 1 certainly don’t miss the horse conch trophy crafted by angst of mid-tcmi and final exams. Or any exams for that Executive Director Dr. Bruce Neill. matter. 1 both envy and sympathize with those profes Other prizes included gift certificates sionals who were required to take further exams — and to Timbers, a diamond flip flop pen pass them - to practice their professions: doctors, dant donated by Lily & Co. Jewelers, lawyers, engineers, burglars, bank robbers and politi and coupons for participating chil PHOTO PROVIDED Each team was asked to take a jumping photo on the beach. cians. As for me, 1 was done when 1 ttxik my final, final dren to receive an ocean charm firom exam — a master’s thesis on miniature golf Congress Jewelers. port the Sanibel Sea School’s schol profit organization whose mission is The day ended in a bonfire cele arship program, which provides to improve the ocean’s future, one An Stevens is a long-time columnist for The bration at Lighthou.se Beach with meaningful ocean experiences to person at a time. For more informa Islander. His tongue-in-cheek humor is always s’mores and hot dogs. those in need. tion, visit sanibelseaschool.org or offered with a smite. Proceeds from the event will sup- The Sanibel Sea School is a non call 239-472-8585. ns J? 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It is the main building in the Bailey’s Shopping o Center and has shared the community space with many businesses over the years; currently it features a diy cleaner and laundry services, clothing store, frozen cus tard shop, liquor store, bike shop and several restaurants. Since the Bailey family purchased the center, several PHOTO PROVIDED additions and changes to the original building have been comes in a presentation folder showing the Bailey’s logo made, including moving the main doors from facing on the front. The folder contains a certificate indicating Periwinkle Way; adding the hardware, front end, bakery the limited edition number, with a brief description of the and deli areas; and putting a second floor on the building significance of the design. The ornaments and folders are to house the offices. The current building bears little produced by the Charleston Mint, of Brevard, North resemblance to the original, but is the one most familiar Carolina. to customers. The ornaments are available for sale at Bailey’s stores Each ornament is made of 24-karat gold on brass and or online at baileys-sanibel.com. BIG ARTS to present PHOTO PROVIDED Art Vibe as part of k< 01 opening reception T3 Adonidia palm is BIG ARTS has something different planned for the opening night reception of its fine art exhibits “Altered Realties” and “Handmade: the Art of Ceramics” on Dec. X easy and elegant 1 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. •a> ITie Adonidia palm (Veitchia merrillii) is an ideal “We wanted to reach out and invite everyone to expe a palm for a small entry or to put in a container on a rience the excitement of BIG ARTS and enjoy one of the 6 p(X)l deck or patio. most impressive juried exhibits we have ever mounted,” The palm only grows to between 12 feet and 15 Marketing Manager Michael Dest said. “More than 121 PHOTO PROVIDED is feet tall, which is rather submissions were received in two days from right here in The Kate Skales Band will perform on Dec. 1 at small for palm trees. The our own backyard, to artists as far afield as New York Art Vibe: A Free Celebration of Art, Food and C/3 Adonidia looks like a and Maryland.” Music, which will be held in conjunction with the miniature royal palm In addition to the juried shows in the Phillips and opening reception of two of BIG ARTS’ fine art with its gray trunk and Founders galleries. Art Vibe: A Free Celebration of Art, exhibits. long graceful fronds. Food and Music will feature live music by the Kate vision of the world before them. The show features works The palms are a single Skales Band in the Boler Garden. There will be hors that represent abnormal or manipulated realities. In the trunk palm, but growers d’oeuvres fixjm the Paper Fig Kitchen, craft beer by Point Founders Gallery, “Handmade: the Art of Ceramics” will can put them together to Ybel Brewing Company, wine from Bailey’s General feature ceramics that are not only functionally beautiful, produce multi-trunk Store and coffee by Shift Coffee Bar. but also uniquely created. The show explores the possi palms. Either way, it is a “We were looking for a band that would appeal across bilities of the m ^ u m beyond functionality. great palm to use in a wide demographic and when we heard Kate, we thought Awards for both exhibits will be announced during the small tropical landscapes her voice and sound matched the energy and feel of the event. where you would like a event perfectly,” he said of the four-piece band. For more information, visit online at www.bigarts.org smaller specimen palm. In fte Phillips Gallery, “Altered Realites” is a surreal or call 239-395-0900. The palms perform best in full sun, but can tolerate ist show that reveals the ways that different artists manip The BIG ARTS main campus is at 900 Dunlop Road, a little shade. The Adonidia is a self-cleaning palm, ulate underlying form to express their unique, abstracted Sanibel. which means the old fronds will drop off naturally. You can trim brown fronds off if seeing a brown frond now and then does not appeal to you. New fronds are formed from the bud or crown of the palm tree in the City to offer guided native vegetation center of the fronds. Adonidia palms are also known as the Christmas palm. As it matures, the Adonidia will bloom with and landscaping tour to community white flowers and then large clusters of red berries — The city of Sanibel’s Vegetation attract birds and butterflies. ■ Feb. 13 the seeds - in the winter time. This makes for a pret Committee will offer a guided Vegetation Committee members ■ Feb. 23 ty holiday look in the tropical landscape. The palm is native vegetation and landscaping will provide valuable information ■ March 13 moderately salt-tolerant and does not like consistent tour today, Nov. 14, at 10 a.m. of on proper planting and care of ■ March 23 ly cold weather or frost conditions. the City Hall grounds, which is native vegetation. The city encour ■ April 10 If you have space for a small pretty palm, the planted exclusively with native ages planting of vegetation that is ■ April 27 Adonidia may be just the right palm for you. plants. indigenous to the area as it requires Registration is not required. Walk the grounds for ideas on very little maintenance, no fertiliz Meet at City Hall, at 800 Dunlop In The Garden is a joint effort by all at the local planting native vegetation that er and no supplemental irrigation. Road, at the bottom of the City Hall Harden center, at 3889 Sanihel Captiva Road, requires no fertilizer. See how to Additional tour dates will include: main staircase. Sanihel. For information, contact 239-395-5859 or plant a garden that reseeds itself ■ Dec. 12 For more information, call the visit www.fdcebook.com/rswalshinthegarden. with very little maintenance, is ■ Jan. 9 Natural Resources Department at good for the environment and will ■ Jan. 26 239-472-3700. F.I.S.H. seeking donors for holiday Adopt-A-Family Program IGTO f t F.I.S.H. of Sanibel-Captiva’s Adopt- vide holiday gifts. neighbors will be able to create their gift individually with the participant’s a-Family program provides the opportu Many of the participants F.I.S.H. own special holiday memories. To gender and age, information that will be nity for client families to experience the serves live on very low fixed incomes, become a donor; provided on the wish lists. many joys of the holiday season that are underemployed and/or have recently ■ Sign up by contacting Maria ■ Deliver gifts to F.I.S.H. n they otherwise may not be able to lost their income due to the red tide Espinoza at 239-472-4775; sign up as All wrapped and labeled gifts must n TT afford. and/or blue-green algae disaster. For an individual or a group. be dropped off by Dec. 12 at the Walk- Adopt-A-Family was started years many, they will be the only gifts they ■ F.I.S.H. will provide a wish list In Center. ago to help make the holidays merrier receive at the holidays. from client families. For more information, visit online at n for the families F.I.S.H. serves. F.I.S.H. is asking individuals and ■ Shop for gifts. www.fishofsancap.org. a Through the program, donors may businesses to become an Adopt-A- ■ All items must be new purchases. The Walk-ln Center is at 2430 3 “adopt” an individual or family and pro Family donor this year to ensure our ■ Wrap and label gifts; label each Periwinkle Way, Sanibcl A o 3 K> Enjoy a Full Year of Sanibel and C aptiva 00 o 2 0 1 9 xs Sanibel-Captiva Jmture Calendar o. 3 I h o 5 I o ■3 cr. -< &9 F 3 a a Holiday Gift or Vacation Souvenir Available at Fine Stores Throughout the Islands* Mail Orders send $14.95 per calendar (plus $2.00 shipping) to; Sanibel-Captiva Nature Calendar P. O. Box 356 • Sanibel Island, Florida 33957 *Islanders, The Blind Pass Tide Edition - Only $17.95 (plus $2.00 S&H) 0« Course to serve as introduction to Celtic spirituality work aOil Course to serve as introduction to Creation” as a text, the course will Sacred Earth.” Lunch will be served fol Celtic spirituality work review his biography and provide a basic lowing his talk. As in introduction to the 2019 outline of his understandings of Celtic The lecture and seminar are present X Shared Scholar, the Rev. Dr! John H. spirituality. It will be available for ed by the committee, spoasored by five o Danner will offer a two-week course at advance purchase. congregations on the islands; Bat Yam - the Sanibel Congregational United Hosted by the Shared Scholar Temple of the Islands, Captiva Chapel C!hurch of Christ on Nov. 28 and Dec. 5. Committee, Newell will pre.sent the pro by the Sea, The Christian Science Kach week’s class will be presented gram “Faiths Finding Faith in Each Oiurch of Sanibel, Saint Michael and jC twice, at 10 a.m. and at 7 p.m. fXher” on Jan. 24 at 7 p.m. at the church. All Angels, and Sanibel Congregational £ Using Newell’s “The Book of A reception and book signing will fol United Church of Christ. 0( > low. The series is also supported by the o Newell will also Leo Rosner Foundation. GIANT FLEAMASTERS lead the Shared For more information, contact 239- w Scholar Seminar on 472-0497 or visit www.sanibelucc.org. PHOTO PROVIDED Jan. 25 at 10 a.m. Sanibel Congregational United The life and Celtic spirituality work of the Rev. I FLEA m a r k et His topic will be “A Church of Christ is at 2050 Periwinkle Dr. John Philip Newell will be the subject of a Buy/Sell at Ft. Myers’ Best I S.R. 82, I '/< mi. west of 1-75 Celtic Vision of the Way, Sanibel. class on Nov. 28 and Dec. 5 by the Rev. Dr. I 3 Days: Fri 9-3, Sat & Sun 9 -5 1 239-334-7001 • fleamall.com John H. Danner. o YOU SUFFER FROM •AIN and HEADACHES? • Do you hove neck pain when turning your head while driving? • Do you wake up with a 'kink' or stiffness in your neck? oe • Do headaches or neck pain stop you from fully enjoying your u normal activities’ t • Do you have pain, aching, tingling or numbness into your arm •a or hand? at Do you take medication daily to help deal with pain? >• X! If you’re looking for non-surgical solutions a to these and other problems. 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M '**« ir; ptj>«4a 4Rten*i« and teat .>..iS r.H/- niT fnMbSd (ev* Mid IhaXb P m s')• ?vr»i •T.’tf* m .* -,*■ •* . a n d tH W * M • > ' ♦ sm Periwinkle Way|* S^i®rF®33957 ! fA http://YourSanibelRealEstate.com SWN IB E «&ieW PjTIVAiS n Zt) «Q oe o rv| is E > 0 Z SCAL on 1 display at I The Community Um 0 House During the month of November, 1 Sanibel Captiva Art League members Anita Force Marshall and Lynn Q ulgl^ are exhibiting their artwork at The Community House, at 2173 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. The public can view the pieces from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday to Friday. For more Information, visit www.sancapart.com. PHCXroS PROVIDED Library’s Author Series to showcase Sides, King and Scottoline '[■he Sanibel Public Library recently of Ice,” recounts the heroic polar voyage Choice and a Publishers Weekly Best Scottoline will speak on March 5, announced its 2018-19 Author Series of the U.S.S. Jeannette during the Gilded Novel of the Year. with ticket requests to open on Feb. 5 at lineup. Age. His next book, “On Desperate King’s novel, “Euphoria,” won the 9 a.m. For over a decade, the library has part Ground: The Marines at The Reservoir, V Kirkus Award for Fiction 2014, the New Major funding for the series is pro T3 nered with the Sanibel Public Library the Korean War’s Greatest Battle,” chron England Book Award for Fiction 2014 vided by the foundation and its donors. Foundation to connect local readers with icles the Battle of Chosen Reservoir, a and was a finalist in the National Book “We’re thrilled with this year’s line award-winning authors by bringing in watershed moment of the war. “On Critics Circle Awards. “Euphoria” was up, it continues to be a pleasure for the e« high-caliber writers for an intimate Desperate Ground” will hit bookshelves named one of the 10 Best Books of 2014 foundation to support Author Series,” >■ evening, followed by a champagne recep this fall. by The New York Times Book Review. It ■a President Ken Nirenberg said. a tion. Past guests included Joyce Carol Hampton is editor-at-large for was included in TIME’S Top 10 Fiction The library will continue to utilize a CO Oates, Sue Monk Kidd, Jodi Picoult, “Outside” and a frequent contributor to and the Amazon Best Books lists of 2014. “lottery system” ticketing procedure to U Clive Cussler, l.cc ('hild, Dennis l^hane. “National Geographic.” His 2010 book, King will speak on Feb. 12, with tick meet high demand and ensure as many i Amor Towles, lirik Larson and Margaret “Hellhound On His Trail,” is about the et requests to open on Jan. 12 at 9 a.m. as possible have the opportunity to Atwtxxl. murder of Martin Luther King Jr. and the Patrons have been clamoring for a Lisa attend an Author Series event. Requests I “We’re excited to show off the beauti international manhunt for assassin James Scottoline encore since she spoke at the for tickets may be made at the website C/3 ful ncwly-reimagined space as we wrap Earl Ray. The btx)k was the basis for the 2010 Author Series. Scottoline is a The beginning on the listed dates. Names of up on the renovation project,” Executive PBS “American Experience” documen New York Times bestselling author and those requesting tickets will be selected Director Margaret Mohundro said. “The tary, “Roads to Memphis.” Edgar award-winning author of 31 nov at random, and then be notified by area where we will stage the Author “Ghost Soldiers,” a bestselling World els, including her 2018 work, “After email. Requests made before or after Series is modular and was designed to War 11 narrative that has been translated Anna.” She also writes a humorous week that time will not be honored. Tickets easily convert from lxx>k shelves to a into a dozen foreign languages, was the ly column with her daughter, Francesca are distributed at no charge to library place to accommodate an audience. basis for the 2005 film, “The Great Raid.” Serritella, for the Philadelphia Inquirer cardholders; one card per person, two Patrons should have better line-of-sight His “Blood and Thunder,” about the life titled “Chick Wit.” These stories, along tickets per card. Those unable to access during the author evenings, as well as and times of controversial frontiersman with many other never-before-published the online form or who need assistance improved sound quality and better traffic Kit Carson, is currently under develop stories, have been collected in a best using the online form, the library will flow during the receptions.” ment for the screen. selling series of humorous memoirs have personnel and a computer set aside This sea.son’s Author Series will begin The next speaker in the Author Series including their 2018, “I See Life Through for public use. with Hampton Sides, New York Times is Lily King. Her first novel, “The Ros6-Colored Glasses,” and earlier books, Patrons need to haye a current library bestselling author of “Ghost Soldier" and Pleasing Hour,” won the Barnes and “I Need A Lifeguard Everywhere But The card before requesting tickets. Library “Blood and Thunder.” Sides will speak on Noble Discover Award and was a New Pool,” “I’ve Got Sand in All the Wrong cards are available to Sanibel and Lee Jan. 31 at 7 p.m. Online ticket requests York Times Notable Book. Her second. Places,” “Does This Beach Make Me County residents for free; visitor cards will begin on Jan. 2 at 9 a.m. at www.san- “The English Teacher,” was a Publishers Look Fat?,” “Have a Nice Guilt Trip,” may be obtained for a $ 10 annual fee. lib.org. Weekly Top Ten Book of the Year, a “Meet Me at Emotional Baggage Claim,” For more on the foundation or to Sides is best-known for his gripping Chicago Tribune Best Book of the Year “My Nest Isn’t Empty,” “It Just Has More make a donation, call 472-2483 or visit non-fiction adventure stories set in and the winner of the Maine Fiction Closet Space” and “Why My Third www.sanlib.org. wartime or depicting expeditions of dis Award. 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Open to the public, it is family- Shell Point Farmers Market asanas, as well as other modalities. friendly fun for all ages. Caf opens at Shell Point Retirement Community Vinyasa Yoga Students who have physical limitations or 6:30 p.m.; all cafe proceeds go to mis will host a Farmers Market from 8:30 Vinyasa Yoga from 10 to 11:15 a.m. other special challenges can benefit. sions. a.m. to noon in the Center Court at The at The Community House, at 2173 Instructor is Dr. Susan Pataky. Cost is For information, call Beth Bums at Woodlands, at 15101 Shell Point Blvd., Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. Use of asana $ 18 for members and $20 for guests; lim 239-896-0058. Fort Myers. Take a leisurely stroll while (postures), pranayama (breathing tech ited props provided for free. For informa shopping for locally-grown produce, niques), mudra, meditation and guided tion, call 239-472-2155 or visit sanibel- friday, november 23 freshly-caught seafood, homemade baked relaxation techniques. Instructor is Dr. communityhouse.net. Caloosahatchee Oxbow, goods. Brisket Brothers pulled pork, all Susan Pataky. Cost is $18 for members Turtle Tracks Riverlore Cruise natural soaps and lotions, and more. Cash and $20 for guests; limited props provid Learn about the life cycles and habits Join SCCF on an Oxbow and only. For information, call 239-466- ed for free. For information, call 239- of the sea turtles and shorebirds that nest Riverlore Cruise from 1 to 3:30 p.m. to 1131. 472-2155 or visit sanibelcommunity- on Sanibel beaches, SCCF’s monitoring experience the historic Caloosahatchee. house.net. Free Beach Walk activities and what it is doing to protect The guided trip provides an opportunity The Sanibel Chi Yoga them from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Nature to gain a perspective on the river, its his Sea School will Chi Yoga Center, at 3333 Sanibel Captiva Road, tory, folklore, issues and solutions, as you host a free Beach from 11:15 Sanibel. Cost is $5 for non-members. For explore the historic upriver Walk at 8:45 a.m. a.m. to 12:15 information, call 239-472-2329. Caloosahatchee. Follow the river back to for all ages. p.m. at The Coffee, Tea and TVivia a time when a waterfall served as the Marine biologist Community Coffee, Tea and headwaters of the Caloosahatchee and and Executive House, at 2173 Trivia at 7 p.m. in settlers braved living amongst the wilder Director Dr. Bruce Periwinkle ness. Tours are guided by Rae Ann the Carpenter’s Neill will talk a bit ‘ _ Way, Sanibel. i Wessel, a river researcher, historian and Caf & Bookstore at about the island Utilize a free SCCF Natural Resource Policy Director. Sanibel Community ecosystem and any form meditative ___■ Registration is required. For information, Church, at 1740 approach. Class Periwinkle Way, call 239-472-2329. 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The scheduled film is Vinyasa Yoga ri it will feature a mix of vendors and prod “Loveless.” For information or tickets, Vinyasa Yoga from 10 to 11 a.m. at b< interesting creatures encountered along the way, along with answer any participant ucts, plus crafters. Find organic produce, call 239-395-0900 or visit The Community House, at 2173 £t questions. To take part, meet at the Sanibel exotic fruits, cheeses, breads and bagels, www.bigarts.org. Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. Use of asana E Sea School at 455 Periwinkle Way, fresh eggs, guacamole and salsa, jams, Shell Crafters (postures), pranayama (breathing tech >■ local honey, pickles and seafood, as well niques), mudra, meditation and guided o Sanibel. For information, visit sani- Shell Crafting Class from 10 a.m. to 1 sr bclsea.sch(X)l.org or call 239-472-8585. as handmade soaps, essential oils, flowers p.m. at The Community House, at 2173 relaxation techniques. Instructor is Dr. and plants. For information, visit buylo- Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. Make flower Susan Pataky. Cost is $18 for members C9 S unday, november 25 callee.com. figures or animals. Limited class size; first and $20 for guests; limited props provid ■S ed for free. 0» Sanibel Island Farmers Market come first served. Children must be e Sanibel Island Farmers Market from 8 monday, november 26 accompanied by an adult due to the com- For information, call 239-472-2155 ”2 a.m. to I p.m. at Sanibel City Flail, at 800 Current Events plexity/dexterity required. or visit sanibelcommunityhouse.net. Current Events at lO a.m. in the BIG For information, call 239-472-2155 Chi Yoga ARTS Phillips Gallery, at 900 Dunlop or visit sanibelcommunityhouse.net. Chi Yoga from 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 o Road, Sanibel. Enjoy lively discussion of p.m. at The Community House, at 2173 the days biggest headlines. For informa tuesday, november 27 2 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. Utilize a free tion, contact Malcolm Martini at 239- After>school Clique form meditative approach. Class may 5^ 395-1362 or [email protected]. Favorite books, new books and never- include active as well as restorative Monday knew-existed books, plus puzzles, games, asanas, as well as other modalities. Night Film crafts and more from 3 to 4 p.m. at the Students who have physical limitations or E Sanibel Public Library, at 770 Dunlop other special challenges can benefit. 0 BIG ARTS u will hold its Road, Sanibel. Geared specifically for Instructor is Dr. Susan Pataky. Cost is Monday Night children in fourth through sixth grade. $ 18 for members and $20 for guests; lim 1 Film at 7 p.m. in Snack provided. ited props provided for free. For informa For information, call Deanna Evans at tion, call 239-472-2155 or visit 1 Schein Hall, at 900 Dunlop 239-472-2483. sanibelcommunityhouse.net. •a> a « u The Community House The Community House, at 2173 Periwinkle Way, tious whole foods. Students will make the items, then sit ■ May 6: Surprise menu Sanibel, presents the following; down for a meal together. Cost is $50 per class, $175 for four classes or $375 for all eight classes; some scholar The Community House is selling hostess gifts and a gifts for Thanksgiving tables. There is local honey from •V Cooking Demo ships will be available due to sponsorships by the Rotary Resident Chef Jarred Harris will ho.st a cooking and Kiwanis clubs and private citizens. Prepaid registra its hive, mango chutney from locally-grown mangoes demonstration on Nov. 26 from 4 to 6 p.m. The menu tion with required paperwork is encouraged. The follow and holiday spiced pumpkin chutney, which is available 2 ing class menus are planned: in eight-ounce and 16-ounce jars. CQ will feature; chickpea fritters with yogurt, cucumber and > mint; pumpkin, peanut and yam curry with pistachio ■ Dec. 3; Gingerbread and sugar cookie ornaments, In addition, current volunteers at The Community House and those interested in becoming one are asked to a raisin basmati rice; and banana fritters with pineapple caramel-covered cream puff towers and chocolate truffles A frozen yogurt. Cost is $35 for members and $50 for ■ Jan. 7; Homemade cheese ravioli, fettuccine, join staff for coffee on Nov. 14 at 10 a.m. for an guests. Advance registration required. cheese sauce, tomato sauce, and cannoli and cream overview of the volunteer areas. The group will then sep ■ Feb. 4; Homemade sushi rolls, chicken teriyaki and arate into some short training sessions. Those planning to vegetable tempura attend should register online. Kids Cooking ■ March 1: Caribbean bean soup, curried chicken and For more information about a program or to register, C/3 Kids Cooking is held on the first Monday of each roti, pineapple-glazed fish, coconut and vegetable stew, visit online at www.sanibelcommunityhouse.net or con month, except March, from October through May from and banana fritters and honey tact [email protected] or 239-472- 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. Resident Chief Jarred Harris will teach ■ April 1: Vegetable quesadillas, chicken tamales, 2155. fundamental nutritional ctxiking skills and help students fish tacos, homemade salsa and guacamole, and fried ice To donate toward the scholarships, call Executive develop basic kitchen awareness and food preparation. cream and churros Director Teresa Riska-Hall at 239-472-2155. The culturally-based menus will stress healthy and nutri Recipe of the Week: Wedding Soup By CHEF LOREHA PAGANINI 1 teaspoon salt Not just for weddings anymore, wedding soup is one Vi teaspoon freshly grated black pepper of Italy’s most popular soup and a classic staple for many generations of Italian immigrants in this country. From its For soup: humble origin in the south of Italy as “Minestra 4 cups chicken stock, defatted Maritata,” its name means a marriage blend of many left 2 cups firesh spinach, shredded overs swimming in a simple broth to the rich table of the 4 large eggs new world with its succulent transformation. Today this 1/4 cup Parmigiano Reggiano cheese plus V* cup for serving simple soup is made with tiny meatballs, spinach, small 1 teaspoon salt pastina, cheese and egg ribbons. Nutritious and delicious 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated black pepper it is easy to make with a little make ahead preparation. 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg Serves eight. (Chef tip; A good chicken broth is the secret Vi cup cooked pastina (optional) for the best wedding soup.) To make meatballs, incorporate all the ingredients together in a medium bowl. Shape For pulpeMne: Loretta Paganini into small meatballs, about the size of a dime, and place on a large cookie sheet and 1 pound lean ground meat bake in a preheated 350*F oven for 10-15 minutes. Remove and reserve. 2 cups fresh breadcrumbs Heat stock in a large pot. Whisk eggs, salt, pepper, nutmeg and cheese together in a Vi cup grated Parmigiano Reggiano chee.se large bowl. 2 cloves garlic, minced Slowly pour mixture into the hot stock. Cook for five minutes at high heat without 1 tablespoon fresh Italian parsley, chopped stirring. 1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves Stir with a whisk until egg ribbons form. Add meatballs and cook for five minutes. 1/2 cup milk Add spinach, salt and pepper to taste and simmer for 20 minutes. 2 large eggs Serve soup with cooked pastina and freshly grated Parmesan cheese. "C tc Annual island turkey drop a success 30 ft The third annual Sanibel East End U* Turkey Drop and Roll held on Nov. 14 cn at the home of Sanibel residents Henry and Sandy Peterson has been called a success. More than 700 pounds of turkey, along with dry and T-I canned food Items, were donated. Organizers reported that they had to use two vehicles this year to deliver all of the donations to the Harry s . Chapin Food Bank of Southwest 3 Florida. PHOTO.S PROVIDED S3 < A o 3 % "1 hj K) © 90 O ■O Somebody call the doctor Preschoolers from the Summit Christian Preschool at Sanibel Community Church 3 recently learned about different profession als. “Patient” Taylor Szymanczyk allows "" n Youth have ^moovalous’ I “doctors” Blake Walsh, Truman Jones, o Hudson HannI and Isabelle Quillen to “fix” 3 him. Summit Christian Preschool is at 1740 time learning Periwinkle Way. For more Information or to Preschoolers from the Summit Christian enroll, call 239-472-2684. p h o t o p r o v id e d Preschool at Sanibel Community Church recently enjoyed a day In the pasture. They spent the last two weeks learning about farm life, which conclud s e e hosting ‘Surviving ed with making butter and having a “moovalous” time with their cow cos tumes. Summit Christian Preschool Is at The Holidays’ seminar 1740 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. For more 1 Sanibel Community Church will offer a GriefShare Information, contact Leslie at 239-472- o seminar series, called “Surviving The Holidays,” on Nov. 5500.______-a 27 and Dec. 4 from 5 to 7 p.m. in the Main Sanctuary at 1740 Periwinkle Way. It will feature practical sugges AT LEFT: Summit Christian Preschool S3 tions and reassurance through video interviews with students Hudson HannI, Isabelle Quillen, Brynn Selby, Blake Walsh, 5T counselors, grief experts and others who have experi Taylor Szymanczyk, Yarl Mendez, enced the holidays after their loved one’s death. Topics to Jordyn Bornhorst and Truman Jones. a be discussed include how to deal with hard-hitting emo tions; what to do about traditions; helpful tips for surviv ing social events; where to find comfort, strength, and hope for the future; and more. 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The thriller is a version of Florida Repertory Theatre “Hellcab,” where the two in Fort Myers is alive and main characters remain well thanks to its board of locked together in a directors naming Greg skeletal stripped-down Longenhagen as the new version of a taxi cab for artistic director and pro most of the whole 90- moting Jason Parrish to minute play. associate artistic director. The journey follows Longenhagen is a con Hassan, a financially summate professional, cel struggling Somali- ebrating his 21st season American taxi driver at the with the theater. He has Minneapolis Airport. A worked on 59 productions desperate and young, as an actor, director, fight Marsha Wagner flight-cancelled student choreographer and dialect Lloyd bangs on the taxi coach. Furthermore, Center window, demanding and Longenhagen believes and waking the sleeping will continue to embrace Stage Hassan “to drive me to the theater’s mission and O’Hare Airport in tradition of excellence in entertainment Chicago — a six-hour Journey - so he by enlightening and entertaining audi can catch a flight to California to visit his ences, in addition to advancing the the dying mother. Hassan reluctantly agrees, ater’s educational programs for the demanding double the $300 fare. youth of our community. As the trip progresses, we get clues Parrish’s promotion follows 14 years there is more to both men’s stories. of experience, working in many capacities Hassan is struggling to make money, including acting as interim artistic director sleeping in his cab to pay for gas and the this past summer. He also has had over 30 taxi’s lease and license. Also, he will be acting appearances, oversaw the PlayLab in violation of interstate driving rules Festival of New Works and directed for which he could lose his license, as numerous plays - to which I can only well as his livelihood. Lloyd’s story too add that the Florida Repertory Theatre is has a much darker side — something in safe hands with “all stars.’’ other than clothes is in his baggage. But New topic, “Damascus” currently avoiding a spoiler, ‘nuff said. playing at the theater is a new play by One more thing, Hassan becomes a Bennett Fisher. A psychological thriller captive to Lloyd though at times the that was chosen from the theater’s pop roles reverse. The shifting of roles is ular PlayLab Festival in 2017, it is now well crafted as the two get on each making its southeastern United States other’s nerves during the long drive. premiere. Although the two men are the tour de “Damascus” stars Darian Dauchan as force roles in “Damascus,” they run into Hassan; Jeremiah Clapp as Lloyd; Laura various characters along the journey - Shatkus in multiple roles, including these are mostly hard-bitten, cold- Davis, Maynard, Conklen and Whitaker weather female types ... think Fargo N. - all these talented actors making aus Dakota — all artfully portrayed by picious debuts. Ensemble acting mem Shatkus. Nevertheless, it is the male ber V. Craig Heidenreich expertly roles Hassan and Lloyd on the road to directed this taut and suspenseful dark disaster that grabs us. thriller, which is playing on the Since the set is a stripped-down taxi, ArtStage Studio Theatre until Dec. 9. we see our actors through a windshield, All I can add is the old Bette Davis’ keeping us focused on their facial line, “Fasten your seat belts, it’s gonna expressions, which carry most of the be a bumpy ride.” Fisher’s tight scripted See CENTER STAGE, page 39 The Pledge of Inclusion’ I pledge allegiance To the flag Of the United States of America And to the republic For which it stands. One nation. Under Jesus Christ, Jehovah, Allah, Buddha, Brahma, Christian Science, Secular Humanism, Agnostic, Cults and Godless Atheist substitutes; Joe Pacheco Indian, Italian, Ionian Native American, New Yorker, Norse, Nipponese Poetic Dutch and Deutscher Irish License 'Vietnamese ______Israeli, Irani, Iraqi Scandanavian, Sino-Asian, Slavic, Scottish, Syrian and Sicilian Immigrant, legal and refugee Black, British, Burmese, Belgian, Balkan and Brazilian Latino (when they learn English), Libyan, Liberian Egyptian, Estonian. Ethiopian and Everybody Else (who didn’t fit initially) WITH LIBERTY AND JUSTICE FOR ALL OF THE ABOVE T -T3 tt crc CROW announces Taste of the Islands winners n The Clinic for the ■ Taste of Taste: Sanibel p Rehabilitation of Wildlife Fish House named the winners of the ■ People’s Choice: The s 37th Taste of the Islands. Clam Shack This year’s event featured “It was great to see the 2. 13 restaurants from Sanibel community come together for and Captiva. The winners Taste of the Islands, particu were selected by a four-mem larly after the rough summer S. ber panel of judges who voted everyone on the island has on a variety of categories, faced,” event chair Debra while attendees voted for the Neri said. “The food was 69 “People’s Choice Award.” amazing and everyone The winners are as follows: enjoyed the live entertain o ■ Best Appetizer: Sanibel ment provided by the Private ft Fish House, with wasabi crab Stock Band.” B cake “Thank you to everyone ABOVE LEFT: The Sanibel Fish ■ Best Meat: Thistle who attend^ and supported House won “Best Appetizer" and Lodge, with short rib and CROW’S mission, especially “Best Dessert," along with “Taste K> gratin the participating restaurants, of the Taste" for Its wasabi crab sponsors and volunteers who cake — the overall best dish as K9 ■ Best Seafood: The voted by the judges. O Timbers Restaurant & Fish made it all possible,” she 00 Market, with crunchy grouper added. ABOVE: Bank of the fingers Funds raised though the Islands/Edlson National Bank was ■ Best Vegetarian: event will benefit CROW’s this year’s presenting sponsor. n Matzaluna, with zoodle mission to save wildlife X) Mediterranean through state-of-the-art vet AT LEFT: The Clam Shack was a. ■ Best Dessert: Sanibel erinary care, research, educa voted the “People’s Choice" win Fish House, with stuffed key tion and conservation medi ner by attendees for the second lime cheesecake cine. straight year. 5. %h o Center Stage From page 38- B emotional weight of this tense drama. Heidenreich is also spellbinding. when you phone, remind 'em Marsha by Mark Shanahan. It is not the sugar- Clapp keeps us attuned and tense with My suggestion is if you are up to sent you. and-spice version, but a spookier his highly emotive expression. 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Sarah Ashton, Broker Associate 239-691-4915 (O SarahAshton.com [email protected] V Keeping the Fun in Fundraising for F.I.S.H. returns OD eq The Keeping the Fun in Fundraising “Tm happy to bring awareness about The next concert will be on Dec. 17 for F.I.S.H. concerts featuring island per F.I.S.H., a ‘neighbors helping neighbors’ from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at George & Wendy’s former F.I.S.H. of Sanibel-Captiva Board organization and the great things they do Seafood Grille. 00 Member Chris Coile resumed in right here on Sanibel and Captiva,” he He performs classic rock ‘n’ roll, coun o November for the new season. said. “It’s been a particularly tough sum try, island and big band standards. Other r'l The monthly fundrai.sers aim to raise mer for them with the red tide crisis, and island talent, including Cindy Cola, Dee awareness and donations for the organiza I’m really looking forward to getting a Kelly, Sandy Greco, and others, will join tion. La whole bunch of folks out to have a good him periodically throughout the season. Coile donates CDs at each event to time while listening to great music and “We’ve got some real talent here on encourage voluntary donations. supporting F.I.S.H.” our small island,” Coile said. E Chris Coile The concerts will be > o held on the third Monday of every month through r- March. « Reservations are recom ■S 0> mended and can be made at c F.I.S.H. Helping Hands 239-395-1263. •8 “Last year, we had a great time performing and almost all of the shows Giving A Hand Up, Not A Hand Out were totally reserved,” he said. The future dates are Jan. I 21, Feb. 18 and March 18. United F.I.S.H. IS FOR EVERYONE For more information Way about F.I.S.H, visit online oE at www.fishofsancap.org u Partner AgerKy George & Wendy’s Seafood Grille is at 2499 s Even with student loans and financial aid, Mike still couldn’t Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. afford the costs of college. F.I.S.H. helped with a partial scholarship through the Adult Education Program, and ‘a PAWS a Mike completed his degree from the Rasmussen College s School of Nursing! Pets of the Week When Erika’s daughter was in an car accident, her family u was overwhelmed with hospital bills and physical therapy 0> ■o expenses. The F.I.S.H. Temporary Emergency Financial a t cq Assistance Program helped Erika’s family get through cq the unexpected. ■a>■ a eq 0I 1 Scott struggles with his school studies and is unable to ^ Brava Brava, sister to Lucy, Is •Seq c/3 obtain passing grades in many of his classes. Through a dilute tortoiseshell. the Youth Schoiorship Program, F.I.S.H. located a tutor She Is about 4-5 months old. She comes spayed and assists with fees to help Scott get back on track. with a complete vet check, Including all shots, tests, dewormed and treated with a flea preventative. Adopt one or keep them to c h e r and adopt both. Those pnors Are Changing Lives Interested In adoption can contact Pam at PAWS at 239-472-4823. RiBJH could not provide the services tfmt OUR NEIGHBORS NEED YOUR HELP; 'sr/fancap.org to learn nr v you can he-CL ^ 3 CCP sets for reviewing raised by islanders By TIFFANY REPECKI Mintz explained that using the data and s* trepecki@breezenewspape-' om rejxMl, the panel would vote on each one. A Starting with its December meeting, "We’re going to make a decision. ” he o< the Captiva Community Panel will decide said. " The buck stops here.” rt how to address a narrowed down list of Mintz asked for a consensus on the 3 islanders’ concerns as part of its process pro[>osed approach and timeline, which r for updating the Captiva Code. the panel agreed to. At the Nov. 13 meeting, President Once the final list of concerns to be David Mintz explained that panel consult addressed is determined, Forgey and ant Max Forgey had completed his panel consultant David l>epew - with O research, examining the 31 pared-down the help of Administrator Ken 90 issues and compiling a report on how sim CicHHlerham — will create language for ilar communities dealt with, prohibited or each one of the issues. The panel then limited them, as well as checking Lee presents the proposed CYxle changes and ri County regulations. % such for the island to Ixe County. -a Earlier this year, the panel hosted four public workshops and put out an online Joint petition survey to gather feedback from property Also at the meeting, attorney Rail 3 and business owners on a range of poten Brookes provided the panel with an tial island-related concerns. The list was ujxlate on the joint petition against a nile I later cut down by eliminating issues that TIFFANY rf;ff;c k i by the South Florida Water Management r> Captiva Community Panei President David Mintz, center, taiks about the o involved preemptive legislation, already District on the Cakxtsahatchee minimum 3 had laws or regulations in place to address Captiva Code update. Hows and levels. The administrative hear them, ranked lowest on the priority list for Mintz proposed that the panel discuss Mintz noted that it may take the panel ing was held Oct. 2*1-30. and he attended the public, and so on. and decide what to do - or not do - additional meetings to decide on all the as the panel's counsel. In his final report, Forgey divided the about each issue by tackling one category concerns. Brxx)kes reported that the filing of the 31 subjects into four categories: protec each month, starting with the December “It is a lot of work,” he said. “It is hard proceeding’s transcript was delayed due tion of natural resources; protection of meeting and running through March. work.” to typos and mistakes, but it would be C/3 community resources; clean air and water “Lee County has offered, by the way, Treasurer Tom Rathbone questioned filed that day. He added that the co |K*ti 3 protections; and buildings, signs and to come to the meetings while we’re doing how they would decide which issues get tioners’ recommended orders anr due on lights. this,” he said. addressed. See CCP, page 42 I n T3 ‘Energy vampires’ O’.<< Chief provides fire commissioners ta seminar planned E S' I>. Constance (Mancy and artist Katie 3 with good news on two subjects a Gardenia will lead an ex|x;ricnlial work re By TIFFANY REPECKI shop, “Disempower linergy Vampires “1 [email protected] Who Sunvund You and Reclaim Yourself Captiva Island Fire Control 1'hixrugh the Art of Resilience,” on Jan. 19. District Fire Chief Jeff Pawul it will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at shared some big news with the the ‘ Tween Waters Island Resort and Sjxi. commission at its recent meeting Participants will learn the characteris — the district’s new boat is tics of an empath, why tliey appeal to peo done, and its VA incentive pro ple with toxic personalities and how best to gram was approved. pmtect themselves. Ihey will also discov At the Nov. 13 meeting, er how to recognize the traits of individuals Pawul reported that he was noti labeled as narcissists, s(x;iopaths and psy fied about the vessel last week. chopaths. “The boat is finished,” he Other topics will include: trauma told the commissioners. betrayal and its effects on the brain; healing It will be the district’s first- from PTSD; establishing and setting rock- ever fire and rescue boat. In .solid boundaries; developing resilience; October 2017, it received a finding self-love and reclaiming true $300,000 grant from the West power. Coast Inland Navigation The seminar concludes with ClarK-y District, which encompasses dcmon.strating a technique that participants Lee, Manatee, Sarasota and can do using an “energy-healing spirit” Charlotte counties, for the ves doll, which will be personally crafted by sel. The funds cover the pur Gardenia for them to keep. chase and accessory items, like Cost is $175 by Nov. 30 or $195 life rings. before Jan. 10 and includes lunch and bev About $260,000 and erages. $270,000 is anticipated to be To R.SVP, email drconstanceclan- used, with the rest going back to [email protected]. the grant program. Fee can be mailed to C.'onstance Clancy, Pawul explained that he was P.O. Box 82, vSnowmass, CO 81654. headed to Louisiana, where the For more information, contact Brooke manufacturer Metal Shark Boats Brownyard at sanibeIbnxrkeCa'aol.com or TIFFANY REPECKI 239-281-4179. is located, on Nov. 15 to take Captiva Island Fire Control District Fire Chief Jeff Pawul talks with Commissioner part in the full inspections of the The ‘Tween Waters Island Resort aixl Sherrill Sims during the recent meeting. Also shown are Commissioners Robert Spa is at 15951 (raptiva Drive. See GOOD NEWS, page 43 Brace and C.W. Kilgore. 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Su it e C www.pernxiguard.us/abnpro/ Cape Coral, FL 3390S 239-541-0131 239-313-0850 b: Good news From page 41 75 vessel and required “sea trials.” reimbursement could be retroactive. only off by two calls. U* He also told the commission that he had recently met “It’s exciting to get it done,” Pawul said of the district There were no structure fire calls in OcUsber, but there with the Sanibel Power Squadron to discuss training the receiving the approval. were seven water-related calls. crew in the basics of boating, with some adjustments to the “It makes us a desirable place to do that kind of training.” Pawul noted that June to September was slow dire to the CCP From page 42 On that note, Johnson asked for feed She noted that the building owner years of service in the U.S. Army. Katchadourian. on Nov. 27 from 2 to 4 back on any needs that went previously wants to do some renovations in 2019. ■ Panel Member Mike Lanigan, on the p.m. She will intrixluce attendees to the unserved. “So, hopefully, you’ll see some big, Development Committee, reported that working methods and principles behind “Please let me know,” she said to those good-looking changes in the future,” the panel will host a “Welcome Back to her project, “Sorted Books,” and will present. Johnson said. Captiva” Sunset Cruise on Dec. 3 from 5 offer tips and guidance as they try sorting Bailey’s intends to continue the rela to 6:30 p.m. on the Lady Chadwick. Open books them.selves. tionship with Molly Malone Seafood. in other news to the public, tickets are a $ 100 suggested ■ Iree County Sheriffs (Jffice Lt. “We’re really looking forward to serv ■ The panel voted unanimously to donation, with the proceeds to help fund Mike Sawicki introduced new Deputy ing the Captiva community better than we send a letter to Sanibel Natural Resources the panel’s work. Nicholas Garber. already do at our primary location,” Director James Evans congratulating him ■ Branch Manager Colleen Barany ■ The panel’s Communications Johnson said, adding that the store will on his service to the country and local reported that the Captiva Memorial Committee is seeking feedback and sug feel similar to its market at Sundial. environment. 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Kehabilitative Care TU)re V isit C v Home Health Services Cypress Cove at HealthPark | 10200 Cypress Cove Dr. | Fort Myers | 239-216-9035 D£ CQ QO ISIAND FACES fS rq O pen to the com m unity > o F.I.S.H. of Sanibel-Captiva hosted its annual Open House for the public on Nov. 12 at the F.I.S.H. Walk-In Center, at 2430 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. Sponsored by Inky and Jack Meng, it showcased the work of F.I.S.H., whose mission is to lend a helping hand to those who live, work or visit the islands, while enriching the lives of those on Sanibel and Captiva through fcxxl programs, island-based workshops, social .services and helping hands. Light hors d’oeuvres with wine pairings were offered, provided by the Sanibel Catering Company. For more information about F.I.S.H., call 239-472-4775 or visit online at www.fishofsancap.org. PHOTOS BY TIFFANY REPECKI ABOVE: Doug and Melanie Congress with Gaither DeLuca ABOVE RIGHT: Sally DIVenere, Terri Czeezotka and Nitza Lopez. RIGHT: Bob and JoAnn Glick with Chris Coiie. -0 &; aror» in K» O 00 ri X3 ABOVE LEFT: Brodie Burns, Jonah Froelich, Jim SenkeleskI and Faye Cole. ABOVE RIGHT: Rick ZurbrI en, Merit Foster, Kennedy Hanni and Crystal Jones. BELOW LEFT: Nik Bakos, Ann Ross and Preston Hanni at the welcome table. BELOW CENTER: Grant Muddeil wins the five-pound Hershey chocolate bar. BELOW RIGHT: Stephanie and Kevin Schafer make a guest appearance as Barbie and Ken. fciaiRSHEVS. LEFT: Stephanie Schafer and Claudette Beerman serve up buttery popcorn. ABOVE: John Peterson, Luke Jankauskas, Jianna Senkeieksi and Hunter Borman. RIGHT: Jamie and Jim SenkeleskI and Kevin and Stephanie Schafer with Klark Schafer. aDC a, ONGOING EVENTS 00 S a n i B e f o Ct^ntva fN u Report your news to CAPTIVASANIBEL.COM X) lU > CALEHDAR o Have an event you want to appear in The Islander’s “‘The Widow’ is a nonlinear psychological thriller calendar section? E-mail it to the editor, marked as that takes place in various neighborhoods of London CQ “Calendar Item” to [email protected]. spanning the years 2006-2010. The novel begins with Island Worship first-person, present-tense narration from Jean Taylor as CJ she describes answering the door to a reporter from the ■ Bat Yam Temple of the Islands C Center 4 Life Daily Post named Kate Waters. It.is June 9, 2010, and 2050 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel (Sanibel Congregational ■g The Center 4 Life is at 2401 Library Way, Sanibel. Kate has come to speak with Jean about the recent death United Church of Christ), [email protected], On Nov. 22-23, the center will be closed due to the batyam.org of her husband Glen, and Glen’s involvement in a kid Rabbi Stephen Fuchs o Thanksgiving holiday. napping that took place on October 2, 2006.” - Book For more information, call 239-472-5743 or stop by Reform Jewish Shabbat service on Fridays at 7:30 p.m. .0! Rags ftom October through April or at 7 p.m. from May through .35 the center. ■ Jan. 22-24 - The Magic of the Keys September. Meet your friends and make some new. Browse $574 per person for double occupancy or $844 for Rabbi Stephen Fuchs through the activities listed below and then stop by and single occupancy for members Reform Jewish Shabbat service on Fridays at 7:30 p.m. see us! $599 per person for double occupancy or $869 for fiom October through April or at 7 p.m. from May through (lames; Cost for all Games; $2.50 for members and single occupancy for non-members September. $5 for non-members. Prizes are awarded. Includes roundtrip transportation; two nights at the ■ Historic Captiva Chapel by the Sea ■ Bridge - Monday and Wednesday - Registration 11580 Chapin Lane, Captiva, 239-472-1646, www.cap- Hyatt Place in Marathon; some meals - two breakfasts, tivachapel.com, www.facebook.com/Captiva-Chapel-By- begins at 12:30 p.m. Game begins at 1 p.m. two lunches and one dinner; tour and tasting at the ■ Mahjongg - Monday and Thursday at 12:30 p.m. The-Sea Schnebly Redland’s Winery and Brewery, plus lunch; Rev. Dr. John N. Cedarleaf ■ Hand & Foot - Thursday at noon all-day Key West with private tram tour and hop-on/hop- Services on Sundays at 11 a.m. from November through ■ Hearts - Friday at 12:30 p.m. off privileges; tour of the Dolphin Research Center; and April; Chapel open daily for visitors. Kvents: more. Advanced registration is required. ■ First Church-Qirist Scientist ■ Nov. 27 - Kayaking at 8:30 a.m. (weather permit 2950 West Gulf Drive, Sanibel, 472-8684 ting) Sundays, 10:30 a.m. and Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m. $5 members/$20 non-members Center 4 Life Reading Room; Fridays at 10 a.m. to noon and during sea There is space for 16 people on eight two-person Fitness Ciass Scheduie son (Jan. to March) on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays kayaks and limited space for those who own their own Island Seniors members pay $4 and non-members pay 10 a.m. to noon. Lxxated in rear of church building. $10 per fitness class. An Island Seniors annual membership ■ Sanibel Community Church kayaks. Island Seniors Inc. will provide kayaks, paddles 1740 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, 472-2684/sani- and life jackets. Bring water, a small snack, sun lotion, is $20. Sanibel Recreation Center members must show belchurch.com bug spray, sunglas.ses, towel, hat and change of clothing. their membership card to attend. The class schedule is as Sunday Worship Hours: Traditional Service with 0> Advance registration is required. follows; Communion, 8 a.m.; Contemporary Service with kid’s T> ■ Nov. 27 - Line Dancing Class at 1:30 p.m. ■ Happy Hour Fitness - Mondays, Wednesdays and church, 9 a.m.; Fellowship in courtyard, 10:15 a.m.; Adult C c« $2.50 members/$5 non-members Fridays at 8 a.m. and Youth Sunday School classes, 10:45 a.m.; Traditional An hour-long line dancing class. The instructor will Keep your brain fit and your heart, lungs and muscles Service with choir, 11 a.m. Childcare available at all services. ■ Sanibel Congregational United Church of Christ « review the dance steps and then turn up the music, with strong with a combination of aerobics and muscle condi participants taking to the floor to dance. Bring a friend tioning exercises and balance. Hand weights, stretch cords 2050 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, 239-472-0497, and your body weight will be used to keep you strong. www.sanibelucc.org a and have a fun-filled time. Rev. Dr. John H. Danner, senior pastor; Rev. Deborah n ■ Dec. 4 - Kayaking at 8:30 a.m. (weather permit Begin with a joke and end with a positive thought for the Kunkel, associate pastor ting) day. Athletic footwear is required. Instructor is Connie Sunday chapel service at 7:45 a.m., blended worship serv $5 membcrs/$20 non-members DiCicco. ice at 9 a.m. and traditional worship service at 11 a.m., with There is space for 16 people on eight two-person ■ Essentia! Total Fitness - Mondays, Wednesdays and Sunday school and nursery care av^able at 9 a.m. Programs kayaks and limited space for those who own their own Fridays at 9:30 and 11 a.m. and services are free and open to the public. C/3 kayaks. Island Seniors Inc. will provide kayaks, paddles Cardio, muscle strengthening and flexibility training ■ St. Isabel Catholic CJiurch and life Jackets. Bring water, a small snack, sun lotion, with hand weights, stretch cords, chairs and stability balls. 3559 Sanibel Captiva Road, Sanibel, 239-472-2763, bug spray, sunglasses, towel, hat and change of clothing. Athletic footwear is required. Instructor is Mahnaz Bassiri. www.saintisabel.org ■ Power Hour Fitness - Tuesdays and Thursdays at 8 Daily Mass on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays at Advance registration is required. 8:30 a.m. ■ Dec. 5 - Sanibel Public Library tour at 10:30 a.m. a.m. Saturday Vigil at 5 p.m. Take a tour of the newly renovated, “Reimagined” Hand weights, stretch cords and stability balls, along Sunday Mass at 9:30 a.m. (May through October) Sanibel Public Library. Attendees are encouraged to with mats, are used to strengthen your muscles. Improve Call for Holy Days schedule. bring their iPhone, iPad or other devices, and staff will core strength and balance. Athletic footwear is required. ■ St Michael & All Angels Mscopal Church assist with downloading apps for the library catalog and Instructor is Mahnaz Bassiri. 2304 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, 239-472-2173, eShelf services, like eBooks, streaming videos and online ■ Gentle Yoga - Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:30 a.m. www.saintmichaels-sanibel.org magazines. Staff wilt also issue library cards to those Stretch, tone and strengthen while improving flexibility, Rev. Dr. Ellen Sloan, rector who need them. Advance registration is required. proper alignment and circulation. Mats are used to meet the Saturday Eucharist at 5 p.m.; Sunday Eucharist at 8 and needs of varying experience levels. Bring a towel. 10:30 a.m., with Sunday school at 10:30 a.m.; Tuesday ■ Dec. 7 - Island Seniors annual meeting at 11:30 morning prayer at 9 a.m.; Wednesday healing Eucharist at 9 a.m. Instructor is Kim Kouril. a.m.; prayer and potluck on the fiist Wednesday of each Island Seniors members are invited and encouraged to ■ Chair Yoga - Tuesdays and Thursdays at 11 a.m. month at 6 p.m.; and Taize service on the third W e^sday of attend the annual meeting and luncheon at the Sanibel Similar to gentle yoga, but all poses are done in a chair. each month at 6 p.m. Recreation Center. Learn about the center’s activities Instructor is Kim Kouril. ■ Unitarian tJniversalists of the Islands throughout the year and financial standing and center For more information about a fitness class or becoming 2050 Periwinkle Way, 433-4901 representatives will provide an update regarding the an Island Seniors member, call 239-472-5743 or stop by Service on second Sunday of each month at 5 p.m at the building. Lunch provided, so advance signups are the Center 4 Life at 2401 Library' Way, Sanibel. Sanibel Congregational United Church of Christ. requested. (Dawn Schumann/[email protected]) ■ Dec. 10 - Walking guided tour of ECHO and lunch Bailey-Matthews National at Farmer Market Restaurant Shell Museum $15 members/$25 non-members tions are required. Cost is $ 15 for adults, $9 for ages 12- The Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum offers 17 and $7 for ages 5 to 11; children under 5 are free, but ECHO’S Global Farm Tour is a guided walking tour of educational programming for all ages. the creative working farm. Along the way, find unique still must be registered. To register, visit Learn about the mollusks that make the shells found ShellMuseum.org or call 239-395-2233. demonstrations, plants and techniques useful to farmers on the beach during Tank Talks held at 11 a.m., 12:30 and urban gardeners in developing countries. 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Eat a lot of turkey.” And Jayan call to action. She knew that some of the other decades. Hundreds of folks construction paper read; “Dear got right to the point; “Eat all the turkey, Habitat families didn't have enough to cat, so ITT every year enjoy music Best Bud, Happy mashed potatoes, gravy and pumpkin pie, she was going to organize a food collection played by local musicians, Thanksgiving! I hope you have even if you have to stuff yourself.” among the Habitat families to help iHit their and eat turkey with all the a blast. From Eliana.” Across the nation, many many churches hungry peers. She is doing what she can to trimmings. Dozens of vol Another, decorated with and community groups hold similar help. I unteers shop and cook and colorful feathers was very polit Thanksgiving meals. Most anyone and every So what can you do to help? ('an you col set tables. Dozens more pro ically correct; “Dear He or one can get enough to eat on I'hanksgiving. lect food for our pantries? ('an yixi volunteer cure donations and clean up She,” it began, “I hope you But we must do more. at F.l.S.H. or the Harry Chapin FixkI Hank? after the last guest leaves. Following a sermon 1 once preached in Can you give financial support to their work? ■* Rev. Dr. have a good Thanksgiving.” For several years some A girl named Blythe must that same Westport church, 1 spoke about the Can you educate yourself about hunger issues Jt John H. Danner O of the finest support for the have been told by her teacher importance of doing whatever we can to help here in Uie Uniteil States and iUtHitHl tlie y; feast came horn the kids at that some of the guests at the those in need. 1 talked about how Gcxl calls world? Can you write our leaders in rt 3 two local schools. 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The first three men and women, maybe in a different capac s extremely busy group. to die in combat were Cpl. ity, but all the same. Rotarian Roger James Bethel Gresham, Triftshauser shared stories and facts 0 Triftshauser, with the Lee Pvt. Merle David Hay about other wars — World War II, Z »■ Coast Chapter of the and Pvt. Thomas F. Korea, Vietnam, Gulf Wars, Iraq, and CQ Military Officers Enright. Afghanistan — all important military Association of America, Summarizing a late engagements, all important to the men 1 was the guest speaker at the club’s friend’s words — Congressman Barber and women who served our country and meeting on Nov. 9. Fhe MOAA is a B. Conable, past president of World their families that sacrificed so much. I group of military officers who never Bank and a Marine Iwo Jima survivor Let’s never forget to say these true stop serving veterans, in partnership - in talking about the brave men and American heroes, “Thank you for your o with their foundation, by providing women who sacrificed much for our service.” services and support for veteran pro country in the time of battle, On Nov. 10, the Sanibel-Captiva grams and high school and collegiate Triftshauser said: Rotary and Sanibel Congregational St military programs and by working with “You can all think of somebody fine United Church of Christ sponsored a community and educational organiza who would be with us today, a soldier Meals of Hope meal packing event, tions. Triftshauser reflected on the his who might have stayed in their foxhole with a gathering of 100-plus volunteers tory of the U.S. servicemen and women a minute longer or moved their head 8 at the ready. The goal was to package who have protected the liberties and inches to the right at a critical moment, up 25,000 meals for distribution by the freedom of many throughout the world. or if a sniper had just wavered. That Feeding America Food Bank Network On Nov. 1 I, bells tolled to mark the friend would have had a chance to be a PHOTO PROVIDED to victims of natural disasters and to Rotarian Roger Triftshauser, with S lOOth anniversary of the end of World good father, or have his own business, food banks, food pantries and economi 0 the Lee Coast Chapter of the w War I Armistice Day. Veterans Day is or serve on a school board. Our good cally-depressed areas. Rotarians, The Nov. I 1 because on the 1 Ith hour of the fortune to not be that person, carries Miiitary Officers Association of Sanibel School Rotary Interact club 1 1 Ith day of the 11th month at 1 I a.m. with it an obligation to do a little of his America, was the guest speaker at members and advisor, church and youth Paris time — Nov. II, 1918 — the work as well as our own, to make the the Sanibel-Captiva Rotary Club’s group members, San-Cap Rotary •a recent meeting. Armistice between the Allies and the world a little better place than it other exchange student from Taiwan and > Central Powers took effect. “Many ser wise would be.” no ace pilot or Navy seal. I’ve never community members at-large accom •a vicemen refer to WWl as the forgotten Triftshauser spent 33 years in the been down in the trenches, but as a plished the goal in just two hours - Q. war or unknown war,” Triftshauser Navy, six active and 27 in the Reserve, Navy dentist, you might say, instead of thank you all for a job well done. s said, because of the lack of public atten rising to the rank of rear admiral, scaling cliffs, mountains and desert ter One last thing to do over the week tion it received during and after the war. though his time in service did not send rains, I scaled teeth. One phrase we did end for Rotarians was to grab their traf- Yet during WWl, a total of 116,516 him to the frontlines. As he said, “I’m coin for the Dental Corps was: You See ROTARIANS, page 51 4* t s . 44 oe, Fort Myers Beach Kiwanis THRIFT SHOP GREAT BARGAINS! 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Rehabilitation of Wildlife treated four dixrble-crested cor Respiratory irritation and the possibility of fish kills NOAA also showed reports of dead fish in Pittellas, morants, one nrottled duck, and one laughing gull for ted become an issue with low concentrations of K. brevis. Sarasota, and Charlotte counties. tide s>'mptoms. 5? Water discoloration begins at high concentrations. To date, Lee County has removed 2,200 tons of dead FWC updates its readings every Wednesday and Friday. rr In a NOAA report fiom Nov. 9, low to moderate respira marine life, according to a report from the Sanibel-Captiva NOAA uses satellite imagery and field data to monitor 0 tory irritation was forecast for Lee County. Conservation Foundation. ted tide levels in the Gulf coast (daily, issuing forecasts twice Low irritation could affect people who ate sensitive to red No fish kills attributed to ted tide have been reported in per week. 1 I St CROW •< From page 15 of the hospital, concluding on the rehabili vital links in the ecosystem. Snakes are ries. Adults are $ 12; ages 4-12 arc $7. One 2: techniques. Adults are $12; ages 4-12 ate tation grountls. Wildlife Walks take extremely valuable because they arc effi of CROW’S Animal Ambitssadors will be o $7. between one and two hours; a 45-minute cient at monitoring pest populations with present. « presentation and a 45-minute tour. The pro out relying on chemical pesticides which B gram is open to all, but it is not recom can degrade the environment and harm z Friday, Nov. 23 Tuesday, Nov. 27 n ■ Wildlife Walk with Rehabilitators mended for children under the age of 13. other animal species. Adults arc $12; ages ■ Patient Profiles: Gtipher Tortoises at K> and Staff from 11 am. to 12:30 p.m. Cost is $25 per person. Photography oppor 4-12 are $7. One of CROW’s Animal 11 a.m. Southwest Florida is filled with fascinat tunity available following tour with Animal Ambassadors will be present. The life of a gopher tortoise revolves ts> ing wildlife, and CROW provides a unique Ambassador. Advanced registration iuxrund its burrow. I’he tortoises are' found 0 opportunity to look into wildlife rehabilita required; to register, contact David Monday, Nov. 26 digging from southern Georgia to 00 tion and meet the staff responsible for their Waszmer at 239-472-3644 or ■ CROW Case of the Week at 11 a.m. Southea.st Florida. Because of its contribu care. Wildlife walks are the best opportuni [email protected]. CROW'S teaching hospital offers tions to the ecosystem, it is classifietl as a cr ty for visitors to get an in-depth look into ■ Patient Profiles: Snakes of Southwest externship, fellowship and internship “Keystone Sj^ecies.” Come listen as 1 Florida at 11 a.m. N die inner workings of our hospital and the opportunities for natural science and veteri CROW’S presenter describes why they are ft Florida is home to 46 species of native admitted how the medical stiff treats this 3 treatment process. The program has two nary medicine students. While on site, stu ft parts: an introductory presentation covering snakes, only six of which are venomous. dents leam the ins and outs of conservation sjiccies. Adults are $ 12; ages 4-12 are $7. our medical and rehabilitation methods; Although there is a widespread fear and medicine and wildlife rehabilitation and arc ()ne of CROW’s Animal Ambassadors will I and a guided tour through treatment areas misunderstanding of the animal, most excited to share their favorite patient sto be present. species are harmless to humans and form o Rotarians From page 50 ■ B fic safety vests and parking batons as it club’s motto and Rotarians don’t just day. caprotary. The club meets every Friday was time to direct traffic and park cars talk the talk, we walk the walk. For information about the Sanibel- at 7 a.m. at the Dunes Golf and Tennis for CROW’s Taste of the Islands on The club will not hold a meeting on Captiva Rotary Club, visit sanibelro- Club, at 949 Sand Castle Road, Nov. 11. “Service Above S elf’ is the Nov. 23 due to the Thanksgiving holi tary.org or www.facebook.com/san Sanibel; visitors are welcome to attend. mm QaQDiMcgra a mm mmm ©dgaoki® St BYE GOLD. Like us on a CmNiTilNIG^i a. HELLO MONEY. FacebooKj by Best oKho Isldtuls ou,d«„rrn,pic,i Lily & Co. is paying cash for gold, silver, platiiuim. loose diamonds, flatware, new and used Rolex watches! Always private and secure, l ive M usic & ^ v/e never re-sell your precious' memories. Ln.itdoor Games Empty that jewelry box and fill your pocket book today! Call Dan at 239.472.2888 to make an appointment. I K l T . B l U t A* Mooo sphLM o! ^ L I L Y f C o LNOW SERVING FULL’ LIQUOR j JEWELERSi '-a^TROPICAL'^COCKTAILS! “ ' ON-SITE CUSTOM DESIGN & REPAIR CENTER * . v "^APPo:. BA. POAD A' RO: B a :, f . . 239.472.0606 • SdnibeN.sltUittCow.com \ // : BL’. ' ' Open 7 tim - 9 pm • Open H Days a Week 239-472-2888 2165 Periwinkle Way • Sanibel Island fS VI IV ot m islan d Cl , 00 o SPORTS Report your news to CAPTIVASANIBEL.COM B It w as a beautiful a > 0 Z w eek on the w ater >. a We could not have schools with lots of birds asked for a better week of to give up their location. 1 weather, most days Sharks of various size and I brought us bright sunny species were also in the skies, mild temperature mix. Tripletail were also O and little wind. Many caught near shore with Ron Shotts and his fishing anglers took advantage of most averaging below the buddies hauled in an it as this past Saturday legal size. impressive catch of red there were more boats on Mangrove snapper were grouper and snapper from the water than 1 have seen caught bottom fishing the Gulf waters. They were fish in a long time. gulf passes; many are run ing out of Pine Island with Offshore, grouper, snap ning undersize with some Capt. Sean McQuade. per and bottom fishing in larger fish mixed in. Live general continues strong if shrimp was the best bait. A Capt. Bill Russell PHOTO PROVIDED you make the run to 70- few sheepshead were also plus-foot depths. Limits of caught around the passes B 0 red grouper were recorded On the on small shrimp or cut u as well as big mangrove shrimp. snapper, plus lanes and Water Schooling ladyfish and 1 various other bottom small sharks were reported dwellers. Most reports came from 70 to in south Pine Island Sound between 1 10-foot depths. Redfish Pass and Chino Island off the •a> Near shore, acres of Spanish macker east side of the channel. Drifting 4 to 6- o. el were reported a short distance of the foot depths with a grassy bottom yield s Sanibel beach near Knapp’s Point over ed action for young and old anglers several days. Fish were crushing bait See ON THE WATER, page 53 1 ,„,siT ooB „ S d 0 G 2 2 ® t o a m p v j t m m C S, sHflW BOf*" ______: i : ______i k g m i * ______ac ■o a l^UiFiFaEFiy lia s DIDDQ0Q 00000 eaxaoQElB^ Bring your Doors & Windows up to Insurance COMMERCIAL Company Mandated Standards a RESIDENTIAL Add Value to your Property Complete Condo Complex Impact Windows And Doors • Custom Shower Enclosures Retrofit Packages Available Thank You For Voting Us Glass Table Tops • Screen Doors And Rescreening “Best Glass & Mirror Co.’! Custom Lanai Enclosures We Service ALL Windows, French Doors, is I eI southeastern e c ooam q o m w a n v And Sliding Glass Doors eco window systems tt/iUtn Ooan State Ucenaad N a n ^ J C k l l ^ & Fully Insured S39.47S.B318 #8 CC1 3 1 1 5 1 4 1 2 __ iMmttt'W'* . ___ N e u A ^ 6 4 7 0 Library Way HVHZ Specialists STRONGER FAMILY OWNED & OPERATED WWW. BanibalO taaa 1 8 7 4 SINCE l^plastpro- IVIKXIIVI ALDORA f /sanibelglass 1^ /sanibelgiass THi o o o a u ao ty a n d innovation siTiieart -V fis oro Co-Ed Softball League ft Ln The fall Co-Ed Softball League recently completed its The following games are set for Nov. 28: fourth week. Bubble Room vs. Knuckleheads at 6:20 p.m. ■ Bailey’s vs. Knuckleheads at 7:25 p.m. The scores from the Nov. 14 games are as follows: ■ Doc Ford Sea Dogs vs. Gator Bites Tale and Ale at I ■ Bubble Room vs. Doc Ford Sea Dogs (9-21) 8:30 p.m. ft ■ Knuckleheads vs. Bailey’s (22-11) The games are played at the Sanibel Ball Fields. rr ■ Gator Bites Tale and Ale vs. Bailey’s (19-8) s: On the water From page 52 s looking for fun. big trout were also hooked from very familiar with an area and your 69 Similar action with ladyfish was these areas. boat’s draft, take it slow and work P H tm ) PROVIDlil) also reported in north Matlacha A good variety of fish including the beginning of the incoming tide. The Sanibel Sea School will host two fishing- y; Pass or southern Charlotte Harbor sea trout, bluefish, small sharks, This way if you mess up and end related events at the end of November. o near marker 76. jack crevalle and ladyfish were up grounded (we all have) while ft Catch-and-release snook action hooked in northern Pine Island taking it slow, the incoming water Sanibel Sea School to B was good on most days throughout Sound and in the Harbor off the well have you floating again soon. Z n the area including Pine Island west side of Bokeelia. The best bet Learn where you can and cannot rj Sound, Charlotte Harbor and was drifting areas with 4 to 7-foot go during the low water of winter host fishing-related events Matlacha Pass. Above average depths with grass bottom or a mix and the rest of the year is a breeze. The Sanibel Sea SchcH>l will host an evening of fly water temperature has kept them of sand and grass. Live shrimp or If you have a fishing report or fishing films and discussion on Nov. 28 at 7 p.m. Ihc o active, aggressive and feeding. small pilchards worked best. for charter information, please con 2017 documentary “Fly Fishing in the oe Fish up to 33 inches were caught We experienced extremely low tact us at 239-283-7960, via the Anthropocene” explores the ecosystems and interac on live and cut bait, plus artificials. tides; the weekend brought us website www.fishpineisland.com tions toween humans and the environment in a With the extreme low water, exceptionally low water from mid- or. email [email protected] remote region of Russia, and questions whether it is anglers fishing from shallow water morning through early afternoon. Have a safe week and good still possible for fishermen to find true wilderness. N ft skiffs, kayaks, canoes or on foot This should of gave anglers or fishin’. A select number of short tly fishing films will also s ft took advantage of the negative boaters in general a good chance to be shown. a Dr. Ross Boucek, of The Bonefish and I'arpon .tri tides and fished were most anglers learn new areas as real estate was As a native of Fine Island, Capt. n can’t reach. Redfish to 30 inches exposed that you rarely see. We Bill Russell has spent his entire life Trust, will visit Sanibel on Nov. 30 to sjxiak about the were caught and released from will have plenty more days in the fishing and learning the waters conservation and restoration of bonefish, tarjxm, and deeper sand holes and depressions coming months with very low surrounding Pine Island and as a permit fisheries and habitats. His R k u s will be on the across the eastern side of Pine water. professional fishing guide for the Florida Keys, a world-class recreational fishing dcsti Island Sound and in southern This is my favorite time to past 18 years. nation. Matlacha Pass. 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Pn go with Grau and Associates, based out of Boca “Us and other agencies are going to be doing that,” Raton, and sign a five-year contract from 2018-2022 he said of the refuge’s program. 90 with the option to later renew or dismiss it. Barrett reported that the district recently provided O Commi.ssioner Jerry Muench questioned the associ AED training at a condo. ated costs. He pointed out that it provides the training and cer »s Hickey explained that the contract for services pro tification renewal. vided for the first year would total $18,000, then “The training doesn’t cost anything,” Barrett said. increase by $500 each additional year to reach a cost The crew’s ongoing medical training for the month E of $20,000 for the fifth year of service. entailed strokes and advanced cardiac life support. > “Which is $2,100 to 2,200 cheaper than what we “We’re still spending a good amount of time on the 0 are paying right now,” she .said. Z new truck,” he added. The commission approved the contact in a 2-0 A The recent special ops training involved working CQ vote. with the marine emergency response team. Barrett On a separate subject, Hickey explained that the explained that the team first started in Lee, expanding 1 district is a member of the Florida Association of to Collier, Charlotte and the Coast Guard. Special Districts and that fellow members have been “So that’s kind of neat seeing that spread like that,” I using an investment group. She proposed the idea of he said. •m setting aside $200,000 in funds and providing it to the Fire Marshal Rick Tassoni stated that construction O investment group to invest for the district. is status quo and annual inspections continue. .9i “In order to sec what kind of return we get with He did provide an update on the delays at the Mud them,” Hickey .said. TIFFANY REPECKJ Bugs Cajun Kitchen. :s- She noted that it is a liquid fund, with daily return Sanibel Fire and Rescue District Commissioners According to Tassoni, the restaurant planned to available and no penalties. Bruce Cochrane, ieft, and Jerry Muench read the install an aluminum awning and learned that a new The commission voiced support for the move. proposed contract for a new audit firm for the permit could not be pulled until the existing permit Assistant Fire Chief William Briscoe reported that district. was closed. So, it has to complete the ongoing work three bids were received for the repairs to the bay roof staff on the tower at Station 172. before it can pull the new permit for the awning. The at Station 172. They came in from Campbell Roofing Two bids have been received for the project. owner anticipates opening after Thanksgiving. & Sheet Metal of Florida, Crowther Roofing and Fire Chief Matt Scott told the commissioners that “They’re in no rush to open up,” he said. Target Roofing & Sheet Metal. He said they went with the brush truck is nearing completion. the lowest bid - Campbell - at $6,200. “We’re very close,” he said, adding that the pump In other news Briscoe added that he is working to get the repairs is set for testing next week. ■ Recently-elected Seat 1 Commissioner Richard scheduled to begin as soon as possible. In addition, he reported that the marine vessel at McCurry will take office at the December meeting. He noted that the new engine recently responded to Station 171 recently had some items on it fixed, as ■ Receptionist Kathy Prosser was recognized for its first fire call. well as had the bumper repaired. The boat’s GPS sys her 14 years of service. According to Briscoe, a pickup truck drove off tem and equipment also received an upgrade. ■ Firefighter Ed Zarick was recognized for his Island Inn Road and ended up igniting a grass fire, The district continues to conduct CPR classes, three years of service. which turned into a brush fire. Crews extinguished the according to training officer Capt. Tim Barrett. It han ■ There were 123 calls for service in September, flames, but the truck sustained major damage. dled a class at the Sundial recently, and more are as compared to 121 in September of 2017. For the “It’s a complete loss,” he said of the vehicle. scheduled at The Sanctuary and the J.N. “Ding” year-to-date total numbers, the district is ahead of last Briscoe is continuing to work with Lee County Darling National Wildlife Refuge’s Merit Badge year by 102 calls for service. # bouiderbrook th« nation's ftnast art festivals FOR INFORMATION 239-293-9448 OR VISIT WWW.BOULDERBROOK.NET Annual Holiday Shopping a* ec T3 Night at "Ding" Darling SANIBEL MASTERS Tuesday, Nov. 27 • ART FESTIVAL • 5 - 7 p.m. TOP 100 ART FESTIVAL IN THE NATION (SUNSHINl AknST MAGAZINL- Enjoy holiday treats and drinks, NOVEMIKR: I’xckisivo merchandise, free gift wrap, plus a certain cheertul I Ilf ''.iiiii»'l \1 I i' \ i ' I I ,il fiinlimu-' ;i 2 T -\f holiiLt) tiaililifil ai- . I ,1111-1 - I iiHii ,n If--, i ill n ' ■; 111 I f I hi-ii ill I III tin- ''iiiiiltcl ( iiiiiiiiiiiil \ holiday guest. 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GTO Ul PRESERVING PWtADISI Us T-I -no 3S s: New resident volunteers arrive at refuge D Since late September, seasonal resident volunteers have been arriving from points across the United State to stay and work at the J.N. “Ding” Darling National •* JL Wildlife Refuge on Sanibel. © < On Nov. 3, the refuge welcomed first-time resident © volunteers Jerry and Melinda Sweeten, from Indiana. 3 They will be assisting Sara Hallas in the conservation education department through March. •n Melinda Sweeten was director of the Garber-Simons Senior Center in North Manchester, Indiana, and also K> was the director of the Manchester University Biological Jerry and O Melinda Field Station Environmental Education Program called oe Koinonia. Sweeten. Jerry Sweeten was director of the Asherwood Environmental Science Center from 1976-2003. From PHOTO PROVIDI-I) 2004-2018, he was a professor of biology and director of the Environmental Studies Program at Manchester University. The couple recently started a small environmental consulting company, which is called Ecosystems ■g Connections Institute, that is focused mostly on water quality and ecological restoration. They have visited “Ding” Darling often in the past with students in a college travel course. “The folks here have always been welcoming and friendly to the students,” Jerry Sweeten said. “This stop believe strongly in the refuge’s mission and all of the and Mary Homey; and Jack and Patty Wettstein. was always rated high by students. As we approached conservation partnerships.” Resident volunteers put in hours at the refuge in retirement, we decided this is where we might give back Returning resident volunteers this year include Ken exchange for space and utilities to accommodate their and hopefully add value to the great work here. We and Louann Gum, who will arrive mid-December; Ron temporary RV homes. K a a SO © Sanibel Sea School to host holiday beach walk The Sanibel Sea School will Planting takes place at Bailey IVact host a free Beach Walk on Nov. On Nov. 9, the J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge’s staff planted 23 at 8:45 a.m. for all ages. 4,300 more plugs of native cordgrass along the north and south sides of the Tarpon Marine biologist and Bay Slough pond as part of the Bailey Tract marsh habitat restoration project. The Executive Director Dr. Bruce three-month project included hydrologic enhancements that benefit the wildlife that Neill will talk a bit about the inhabits the tract. Species such as secretive marsh birds and others dependent on island ecosystem and any inter cordgrass marsh habitats benefit as a result, and visitors are already seeing lots of esting creatures encountered birds, including a bald eagle. The refuge is at 1 Wildlife Drive, Sanibel. along the way, along with answer any participant ques tions. To take part, meet at the Report your news to Sanibel Sea School at 455 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel. THE ISLAND REPORTER: For more information, visit sanibelseaschool.org or call captivasanibel.com 239-472-8585. ir, 04 ot> is la n d 0 0 ISIANDIIVING Report your news to CAPTIVASANIBEL.COM fS tM Safe at Sea s © z Boating education CQ equals safe boating I By PAT SCHMIDT Hach year, the A M E IR iC A 'S I U.S. Coast Guard BEATING publishes the Recreational CLUB Boating Statistics, ti which tracks not only the number for Booters, fly Boater of recreational boats and such, but also the number of boating acci dents on the water. The most recent compilation (2016) recorded 4,463 incidents for that year. The incidents involved 701 deaths and over 2,900 injuries, not to mention approximately $49 million in damage s to property. e While these are national statistics, it is important to u remember that Florida is the top-ranking state with 70 1 fatalities and 684 accidents. According to Fire Chief •a Jeff Pawul, of the Captiva Island Fire Control District, “Florida has been and always is — as of late — the PHOTO PROVIDED number one state for Chalking around the island is a favorite winter camp tradition at the Sanibei Sea School. ‘.s boating accidents a and drownings in S relation to boating incidents.” Sanibel Sea School to offer winter camp Digging deeper The Sanibel Sea School will offer lunar cycle affects various ocean late, ocean caroling, and the annual into the statistics, a pair of week-long camps during inhabitants, and go moon gazing Give Your Worries to the Sea cere we learn that 77 winter break. together. mony. percent of the This year’s themes will be the sun Powered by the Sun Week will be Camps are open to ages 6-13, and deaths occurred on and the moon, and how each is tied to all about the sun’s energy and how it a Counselor In Training program will boats where the the ocean and its creatures. Campers supports life on the planet. also be offered for teens ages 13-18 operator had no can expect a combination of Ocean Participants will dive in to photosyn to practice their leadership skills. I 01 boating safety Tribe holiday traditions, exciting sci thesis, talk about some sunbathing Register at instruction. ence, arts and crafts, and outdoor marine species, and even make their sanibelseaschool.org/sanibel-camps; America’s Boating activities. own solar s’mores. scholarships are available upon Club’s mission is During Powered by the Moon It would not be winter camp with request. boating education. Week, participants will explore grav out a few Sanibel Sea School tradi In fact, the club’s tag line should be: “We Save Lives ity and tides, learn about how the tions, so there will also be hot choco through Boating Education.” This year’s series of boating courses on the islands will begin next month with the entry-level course, In The Garden announces upcoming classes America’s Boating Course. Whether you are an expe In The Garden announces month and pockets in one’s landscape to rienced boater or a novice, the course is laden with ly gardening classes beginning on attract butterflies and other pollina information about boating the local Gulf and bay Dec. 5. tors; cost is $20 and includes a but waters, which require very different boating knowl All classes are on Wednesdays at terfly plant to take home. edge and skill than boating in northern lakes and 10 a.m. and will feature: ■ March 6: Orchid Transplanting rivers. ■ Dec. 5: Succulent Gardens - - learn how to care for and trans The first offering of the America’s Boating Course as.semble and take home a succulent plant orchids into a larger container will be Dec. 4 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. and Dec. 15 garden in a container while learning or by mounting them to a tree or from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Due to library renovation, the more about the unique group of other structure; cost is $40, with .se.ssion will be taught at the St. Charles Yacht Club, at plants; cost is $35. orchid and pot included in fee. 15900 St Charles Harbour Blvd., Fort Myers. The fol ■ Jan. 9: Tropical Floral Reservations are required and lowing .sessions will be held Jan. 29 and Feb. 2, then Arrangement - make and take space is limited. March 19 and March 30. home a tropical arrangement in a For more information or for reser The second course in the educational series. Boat choice of vase with items found in vations, call 239-395-5859. Handling, is a more advanced course and is open to the one’s landscape; cost is $45, with R.S. Walsh’s In The Garden is at public. The course will begin in February. vase and materials provided. 3889 Sanibel-Captiva Road, For more information or to register for one of the ■ Feb. 6: Butterfly and Pollinator Sanibel. courses offered by America’s Boating Club of Sanibel- Gardens — learn how to create areas Captiva, cxmtact fiducation Officer Bob Orr at 239-985- 9472 or [email protected]. Sanibel Recreation Center to host Mobile Mammo Coach Pat Schmidt « a member o f America’s Boating Club The Sanibel Recreation Center pricing available. breast health, in addition to monthly o f Sanibel-Captiva. For more irrfomuition, contact 239- will host the Radiology Regional According to estimates from the self-exam and annual physician 985-9472 or [email protected] or Center’s Mobile Mammo Coach on American Cancer Society, one in exam. visit online at sancapboating.club. Nov. 27 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. eight women will be diagnosed with For an appointment or questions, The Mobile Mammo Coach is a breast cancer. More importantly, call the Radiology Regional Center state-of-the-art breast imaging clinic, with early detection, the survival rate at 239-936-4068. Keep Sanibel beautiful... providing full field digital mammog for an early diagnosed breast cancer The Sanibel Recreation Center is raphy services. Most insurances are at five years is better than 97 percent. at 3880 Sanibel-Captiva Road, Please recycle! accepted and discounted self-pay Mammography is one aspect of Sanibel. “0 JO n (ji 5- ISIAND FACES ft ftyr 0 Paying The Lee Coast Chapter of the Military Officers chapter president of the MOAA chapter, officiated. Boy 1 Association of America and city of Sanibel held the Scouts Troop and Cub Scouts Pack 1740 helped to pres Annual Veterans Day Ceremony on Nov. 11 at City Hall. ent the colors. This year's winners of the annual essay 6> v; The program featured patriotic music by the BIG ARTS contest through the Sanibel Recreation Center's after Concert Band, guest speaker Michael Macray talking school program were recognized, Samira Tumage and v: about the World War 1 Armistice Agreement, and the Connor Nickerson. Attendees also shared memories dur c•< n recognition of Sanibel Natural Resources Director James ing the Remembrances portion of the ceremony. 3 Evans’ service in the U.S. Army. Fred Bondurant, a past PHOTOS BY CORKY BOYD n O 00 RIGHT: U.S. Army veteran and Sanibel Natural Resources Director i N James Evans, center, ft was honored at the 9 ceremony. He is ft shown with John ■o Boone, ieft, and Fred Bondurant, a past chapter president of the Lee Coast Chapter of the Military Officers Association of America. s a 5*3 ABOVE: Guest speaker Michael Macray talks about the World War 1 Armistice Agreement. RIGHT: Fred Bondurant, of the Lee Coast Chapter of the Military Officers Association of America, with this year’s fifth-grade essay winners, Samira Turnage and Connor Nickerson. LEFT: Gary Eertmoed and Dennis Berry perform “Taps.” ABOVE: Michaei and Angeia Wardroper participate in the Remembrances TOiiion of the ceremo- i ny. 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Attendees also had the Milbrandt for taking the time to talk about the water qual Bollettieri and his IMG Academy team to present the chance to win one of several raffle prizes donated by Lily ity issues facing the community. z fundraiser in support of clean water efforts through the & Co., Sanibel Catering, Beachview, IMG Academy and PHOrOS PROVIDFD ? h o 5T a re Tracy Olbase, left, accepts her trophy from Nick Nick Bollettieri gives Mary O’Neill Instruction Nick Bollettieri, left, presents Jim Monahan with Bollettieri. during the morning clinic. a trophy. Dan Schuyler, left, Nick Bollettieri, Doron Hakimlan and Karen Bell. Hassan Chaouqi assists Nick Bollettieri. Letter 0£ ct and The Veranda. a. From page 4 sponsors, Enviromow (Deb and Eric Ames) Demaras; Jessica Ann Art; Jordon’s Next, grateful for the wonderful Sanibel and Tamara K. “TK” (Thri.stensen/Karraffa Outdoor Fun; KMGems.com; Lighthouse It was an incredible time that was had by Catering Company by Bailey’s; The Zakutansky Foundation. Waterfront Restaurant; Mabelin Gonzalez aU, with multiple requests for an encore for 0 0 Community House and its event manager, And last, but not least, all of our amazing Hand Made Jewelry; Matter Brothers; next year! So, Sanibel — let’s make that o n Robbie Gisewhite; The Island Reporter and donated gift baskets/silent auction donors: Matter Brothers Furniture; Men Pa’w Hot happen! Sanibel-Captiva Islander; Sanibel Police Barkley Circle Dentistry for Children; Sauce; One Putt Designs; Organic Spa Nail Thanks for the memories! r-i Department, Cpl. Kory McCloughen; and Billy’s Segway Tours; Bar; Otterbox; Penny Breece Cakes; Alicia Clark h. the Sanibel Captiva Charter Chapter of the BodyForceBrands.com; Butterfly Beach; Picaboo; Sanibel PTA Disney Points of President American Business Women’s Association. Eager Beaver Car Wa.sh; TK Christianson; Lights Program; South Seas Island Resort; The Sanibel School PTA s Special thanks to our very generous Flip-Flop Bling; Fromages.com; Green Susan Matter; Swirley Bracelets; Team Eyed Lady Designs (Terri Lynn); Greg Moo.se Animal Rescue; Tiles by the Sea; o Z CQ 1 James Leitner, 55, of Fort Myers, passed away on Ronata Baumgras, age 82, of Portland, MI passed Obituaries November 8, 2018. Arrangements are in the care and away on 11/9/2018 at Health Park Hospital. Harvey- I trust of Baldwin Brothers Funeral & Cremation Society Engelhardt Funeral Home and Cremation Services is Kenneth Alan Miller, 62, of Fort Myers, passed away handling the arrangements.______O on November 4,2018. Arrangements are in the care and Walter Hapkiewicz, 74, of East Lansing, MI, passed Sanibel trust of Affordable Cremations by Baldwin Brothers. away on November 3, 2018. Arrangements are in the Ralph Rowe Haskins, 76, of Fort Myers, passed away care and trust of Affordable Cremations by Baldwin on November 1,2018. Arrangements are in the care and Brothers.______William Kish trust of Affordable Cremations by Baldwin Brothers. William Kish, a longtime res Vera J. Csikos, 83, of Fort Myers passed away Cape Coral ident of Sanibel, passed away 11/14/2018. Harvey-Engelhardt Funeral Home and Donald Francis Frost, 88, of Cape Coral, FL passed Ion Sunday, November 11 at the Cremation Services is handling the arrangements. away on November 11, 2018. Arrangements entrusted jage of 77. Mr. Kish was the Yole Cipriani, 97, of Ft. Myers, FL passed away on to Fuller Metz Cremation and Funeral Service. [second son of the late William S November 7, 2018. Arrangements are by Coral Ridge www.fullennetz.com______u© pnd Pauline (nee Daley) Kish. Funeral Home, Cemetery and Cremation Services, Cape [He was bom on May 30, 1941 Coral. Please visit www.coralridgefuneralhome.com for Doris Jean Hoy, 76, of Cape Coral, passed away x> In Buffalo, NY. additional information.______Friday, November 9, 2018. Mullins Memorial Funerd •a Mr. Kish graduated from Home & Cremation Service, Cape Coral, is entrusted IC’larkson University in 1963 Benjamin Nieves, 76, of Fort Myers, passed away on with final care.______*with a degree in Mechanical November 3, 2018. Arrangements are in the care and > Ellen M. Fritz, 93, of Cape Coral, FL passed away on •a Engineering. He was a member of the Delta Epsilon trust of Baldwin Brothers Funeral & Cremation Society November 11,2018. Arrangements are by Coral Ridge a Fraternity. After graduation he went to work for Rohm Funeral Home, Cemetery and Cremation Services, Cape 13 & Haas Company in Philadelphia, PA where he met his Coral. Please visit www.coralridgefuneralhome.com for wife of 50 years. He started his own Building Fort Myers Beach additional information.______Development Company in 1972 and spent many years living in New Jersey before retiring to Sanibel Island, Nancy L. Guthrie, 80, of Fort Myers Beach passed Henry Wolford, 78, of Cape Coral, FL passed away FL. He enjoyed involvement in communities and organ away 11/12/2018. Harvey-Engelhardt Funeral Home on November 13, 2018. Arrangements entrusted to izations while serving on various boards and committees and Cremation Services is handling the arrangements. Fuller Metz Cremation and Funeral Service. including Blair Academy, Panther Valley Ecumenical W W W .fullermetz.com______u Church, Panther Valley Country Club, Clarkson Alumni Allen Seltzer, 80, of Cape Coral, passed away t. Board, and was recipient of the University’s most pres Alva tigious award, the Golden Knight. He served on the Thursday, November 15, 2018. Mullins Memorial Turnover Committee for the Sanctuary Golf Club and Sherry Lee Roberts, 68, of Alva, passed away on Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Cape Coral, is U the first Board of Governors. He was an Eagle Scout Noveml^r 3, 2018. Arrangements are in the care and entrusted with final care.______■o and an avid golfer having two holes-in-one. Of all of his trust of Affordable Cremations by Baldwin Brothers. Gloria Cichelero, 88, of Cape Coral, passed away on accomplishments, Mr. Kish was most proud of his fam Warren Christian Pfeiffer, 59, of Alva, passed away November 5, 2018. Arrangements are in the care and ily. He was a beloved husband, father and grandfather, trust of Baldwin Brothers Funeral & Cremation Society known to his grandchildren as PaPa. on November 8,2018. Arrangements are in the care and Anita Julia O’Connor, 83, of Cape Coral, FL passed Mr. Kish is survived by his wife, Peggy; his son, trust of Affordable Cremations by Baldwin Brothers. away on November 12, 2018. Arrangements are by William Kish, Jr.; two brothers, Elmer Kish, Gabc Kish; C o ri Ridge Funeral Home, Cemetery and Cremation two grandchildren, Allison and William 111. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, Estero Services, Cape Coral. Please visit www.coralridgefu- November 27 at 12 noon at Sanibel Congregational neralhome.com for additional information.______United Church of Christ. Frederick Jossi, 96, of Estero, passed away on Jay Kenneth Ruppert, 80, of Cape Coral, FL passed In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the November 5, 2018. Arrangements are in the care and away on November 11, 2018. Arrangements are by Coral Ridge Funeral Home, Cemetery and Cremation Services, Cape Coral. Please visit www.coralridgefu- neralhome.com for additional information.______North Fort Myers Pine Island Arthur Lemmerman, 71, of Cape Coral, passed away on November 3,2018. Arrangements are in the care and Ann C. Haviland Gorhan, 88, of North Fort Myers, Francis “Frank” Paul Zaino, Jr., 74, of St. James City, trust of Affordable Cremations by Baldwin Brothers. passed away on November 4, 2018. Arrangements are passed away Friday November 9, 2018. Mullins Catherine Mary Richardson, age 66, of Cape Coral in the care and trust of Affordable Cremations by Memorial Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Cape passed on November 14, 2018. Fuller Metz Funeral Baldwin Brothers. ______Coral, is entrusted with final care.______and Cremation Services are handling the arrangements. Joseph Favre, 81, of Cape Coral, FL passed away on Fort Myers Collier County November 11, 2018. Arrangements entrusted to Fuller Metz Cremation and Funeral Service, www.fuller- Gwendolyn Carol Pritchard, 66, of Ft. Myers, passed Charles Noonan, 90, of Naples, passed away on metz.com______away Saturday. November 10, 2018. Mullins Memorial November 6, 2018. Arrangements are in the care and Curtis Midthun, 65, of Cape Coral, passed away on Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Ft. Myers, is trust of Baldwin Brothers Funeral & Cremation Society entrusted with final care.______November 3, 2018. Arrangements are in the care and trust of Affordable Cremations by Baldwin Brothers. Andrew Patterson, 46, of Fort Myers, pas.sed away on Loretta Fields, 70, of Naples, passed away on November 5, 2018. Arrangements are in the care and Laura Mae Hambaugh Hoke, 90, of Cape Coral, November 7, 2018. Arrangements are in the care and trust of Baldwin Brothers Funeral & Cremation Society passed away on November 7, 2018. Arrangements are trust of Baldwin Brothers Funeral & Cremation Society in the care and trust of Affordable Cremations by Jacqueline H. Coats, 81, of Fort Myers, passed away Baldwin Brothers.______on November 6, 2018. Arrangements are in the care and Other Areas trust of Baldwin Brothers Funeral & Cremation Society Delbert Shelton, 80, of Cape Coral, FL passed away on November 9, 2018. Arrangements entrusted to Anita Smith, 84, of Fort Myers, passed away on John Copham, 46, of Brainerd, MN passed away on 11/12/2018. Harvey-Engelhardt Funeral Home and Fuller Metz Cremation and Funeral Service. November 3. 2018. Arrangements are in the care and www.fullermetz.com ______trust of Baldwin Brothers Funeral & Cremation Society Cremation Services is handling the arrangements. T5 &; CARS & TRUCKS BOATS REAL EST/WTE > JOBS STUFF ^ HOIVIE SERVICES JO f t WWW. {.••CountyShopp^ r.com ■ ■-• ■ ' “■‘->.■7 ■SJ'' -7 - V-, -. I t t VV>ii H y: « E F » 0 « T E « r r m b o i t savos. It soils. 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