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Photography, Film Editing, Painting And Dance At BIG ARTS Summer Arts Camp

Summer Arts Camp at BIG ARTS is an excellent way for children to get creative and keep engaged during the summer break from school. Camp runs weekly Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. through July 26.

This year’s activities include daily doses of acrylic painting, dance, puppetry, impro-visational acting, music appreciation, folk art and general arts and crafts. Tuition for campers entering grades K through 5 in the fall is $130 per week. If attending three or more weeks, the cost is reduced to $115 per week.

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CROW Receives First Place Gulf Guardian Award

The Gulf of Mexico Program recently announced the Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife,

Inc. (CROW) will receive a First Place 2013 Gulf Guardian Award in the Civic/Non-Profit Organization Category. The awards ceremony will be held on June 26 at the Tampa Bay Grand Hyatt beginning at 6 p.m.

For more than 40 years, CROW has been caring for and rehabilitating sick, injured or orphaned wildlife, including many threatened and endangered spe-cies, through a conservation medicine approach to care.

In addition, CROW provides education to young people and adults that increases awareness of appropriate human/wildlife

interaction and emphasizes the need for conservation of Southwest Florida’s coast-al wildlife habitats.

Since its establishment in 1968, CROW has treated and released more than 60,000 wildlife patients. CROW sees thousands of patients each year representing more than 200 species of mammals, reptiles, birds and amphibians. Many of these animals are threatened or endangered including wood storks, sandhill cranes, bald eagles, least terns, gopher tortoises and loggerhead, Kemp’s ridley and green sea turtles. CROW is the only gulf coast facility between Sarasota and the Florida Keys licensed to care for sea turtles. CROW takes a conservation medi-cine approach to wildlife rehabilitation with the ultimate goal being the reintro-duction of wildlife into their natural habi-tats and a reduction of wildlife casualties from human interaction through public education.

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Instructor Angie Koch leads a play-writing class

Francis P. Bailey, Jr., 92, passed away peacefully, sur-rounded by family on June

8, 2013. He is survived by his wife of 31 years, June Bailey; children Anne B. Hagerty, Susan Bailey, M. Mead B. Johnson, Jane EB Ward, Patrick Bailey, Casey Shaw, Bruce Shaw and Linda Stevens; sons-in-law Richard Johnson, Michael Ward, James Hagerty and Thomas Stevens; daughter-in law Jennifer Bailey; grandchildren Annabelle, Callaway, Bailie, Dane, Katie, Kit, Shane, Brandon, Dillon, William, Minetta, Bryan, Destiny, Issac; and five great-grandchil-dren.

Francis attended Virginia Episcopal School in Lynchburg, Virginia and went on to Hampton Sydney College in Farmville, Virginia. After college Francis served our country in the U.S. Army Air Corps during WWII.

In 1948, Francis returned to Sanibel and managed the daily operations of Bailey’s General Store. Bailey’s store has been a pillar of the island com-munity, serving island residents and guests for over 113 years.

Francis was the remaining son of a pioneering Sanibel family and was very active in the community personally and through the business. He was a founding member of the Lions Club and he was on the board of the Island Inn. He served as a charter member of the Sanibel Captiva Community Bank and as a Sanibel Community Association board member. He was a volunteer firefighter, a member of the Mosquito Control Board and a long standing member of the board of Associated Grocer’s of Florida. He served the community on several other boards during his life

In 1979, he was elected and served as the mayor of Sanibel. From 1974 to 1996, he served on the Sanibel City Council. In 1999, he served an additional term, making him the longest serving elected official in the history of Sanibel.

Donations can be made to ARC or The Children’s Home Society of Florida. Cards and flowers can be sent to Mrs. June Bailey, 791 Pen Shell, Sanibel, FL 33957.

Celebration Of Life

A celebration of life honoring Francis P. Bailey, Jr. will be held this Sunday, June 16 beginning at 11 a.m. at The Bailey Homestead, 1300 Periwinkle Way on Sanibel.

Parking will be available at the following locations:Roadside ParkMatzaluna RestaurantThe Jacaranda RestaurantBank of the IslandsShuttle service will be provided, thanks to Adventures in Paradise and Sanibel Taxi.

(Parking at The Bailey Homestead will be available for those requiring special assis-tance.)

In memory of Francis, Bailey’s General Store will be closed all day on Sunday, June 16.

Sanibel Pioneer Francis Bailey Dies At Age 92

FRANCIS P. BAILEY, JR.

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BIG ARTS Summer Camp

Middle and high school students have the option to attend camp solely as a student or select to participate in the fine arts apprentice program, spending half the day as a student and the other half assisting instructors of K to 5 classes as a volunteer to receive community service hours. Middle and high school tuition is $80 per week. Upcoming middle and high school courses include acrylic painting with Jane Hudson – including “Sunrise-Sunset, Still Life, and Abstracts” and “Paint Like A Master: Landscapes and Portraits.” There will be a week focused on dance with instructor Bobby Logue, and a week of photography with instructor David Meardon. Instructor Lisa Gould will teach “Watercolor: Learn The Basics and Then Let Your Imagination Take Off!” and a week of 3-D sculpture, where student will create relief hangings and in-the-round sculptures.

In observance of Independence Day, there is no camp on Thursday, July 4. Tuition is adjusted during this fifth week of camp to reflect the four-day session.

Tuition assistance is available; contact BIG ARTS for an application.

BIG ARTS Summer Arts Camp Sponsor Sanibel-Captiva Kiwanis Foundation, L.A.T. Foundation, and Sanibel-Captiva Community Bank.

For further information on registration for Summer Arts Camp or to become a

member, stop by BIG ARTS, 900 Dunlop Road on Sanibel; call 395-0900; e-mail [email protected]; or log on to www.BIGARTS.org.

Elle Frey and Anna Lerner perform at Summer Arts Camp

Nicholas Underwood and Matthew Ciccone perform at Summer Arts Camp

On June 4, Elizabeth Leeder, 6, landed a six-pound snook all by herself as she and her family kay-

aked around Tarpon Bay in the rain. Elizabeth was using a live shrimp with

a small weighted float, all on light tackle. This was her fourth snook of the day, all caught-and-released safely.

Fish Caught

Elizabeth Leeder with a six-pound snook

Summit Christian Preschool at Sanibel Community Church continues to accept applications for children at our preschool on Sanibel for children ages two through four. We are happy to announce that Mrs. Leslie Celestin, pictured in center photo, will be overseeing the program and serving as the teacher for the four year old voluntary prekindergarten program (VPK).Mrs. Celestin brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the program. She has a Masters Degree in Early Childhood Education and is currently serving as a trainer for preschool teachers and directors. Mrs. Celestin

also served as the director for a Head Start program and has experience in the classroom as a preschool teacher. She comes highly recommended and has a clear vision for an early childhood educational program.Sanibel Community Church provides excellent, well-equipped classrooms and playground as part of our joint ministry to the Sanibel community. Summit at Sanibel off ers a warm and loving community that seeks to identify and nurture each child’s unique gifts by off ering:• Christian based curriculum• Committed Christian teachers

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Stingray Week Leaves Its Marksubmitted by Kate Melanson

What perhaps might be the best summer ever has officially begun at Sanibel Sea School.

The theme of the second week was stingrays, focusing on learning about the defensive mechanisms these interesting fish employ. Kids from ages 6 to 12 enjoyed themselves in games, activities and art projects all centered on the hid-den stingray.

No two days are the same at Sanibel Sea School. Campers made sand-sculp-tures of creatures, ranging from stingrays to octopuses to caimans, with defense mechanisms, explaining why they need

them. The creativity didn’t stop in the sand, as campers designed their own stingray shuffle to the tune of the song Cupid Shuffle, which was filmed later on in the week.

They also spent a lot of time sein-ing and cast-netting, a favorite among campers, as well as a canoe trip along the causeway. Campers put forward their best attempts to do as stingrays do, using the power of electroreception – assisted by metal detectors – to find metal tins hidden on the beach containing questions about stingrays that, if answered cor-rectly, could lead them to a sweet treat. An attempt was also made to swim with wings in a homemade “flight suit.”

A clam hunt took place at Bunche Beach, with campers finding roseate spoonbills, king’s crown conchs and

much more in the process. Back at the Sea School, a mosaic of a stingray was made, with each camper getting a one square foot piece of the puzzle. When all the pieces were dry the next day, they were put back together, forming the big picture. Each camper took home their square, which also doubled as a chalk-board on the other side.

The Sea School weathered some of the wrath from Tropical Storm Andrea, but it did not deter the spirits of the sting-ray week crew. A group of older camp-ers went to the beach in the morning, hoping to do a stingray obstacle course,

only to find that thanks to a storm surge, there was no beach to complete it on. The morning turned into something com-pletely different than expected, exploring the extremely high tide and the creatures washed ashore.

Surf paddle races were held on Friday morning as usual, after the storm sub-sided. More fierce than usual, two teams tied in the races, leading to a paddle-off between counselors.

Milk and cookies were served to camp-ers and parents, signaling the end of camp, as they reviewed a slide show

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Campers model the homemade “flight suits” worn during Stingray Week

Some of the Sanibel Sea School’s younger campers

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A huge and heartfelt thank you to everyone who donated and came out to support! That was a

tremedous outpouring of love and well wishes for Melissa, Dave and her family! It’s times like these that I can say I am proud to be a part of Sanibel with how close we are as a family, and this benefit proved it! Thank you to the American Legion Post 123 for hosting this event!

Thank you to the musicians who fed our soul:

Robby Hutto and The AbsentmindedThe TroublestartersThe Cracker Box BandSteve ReynoldsBobby BlakeyAaron Seyfferth and to everyone who

joined in!Thank you to Megan Kuzyk, Heather

Silbar and Sandy Kostick for all they did to make the event a huge success by planning and securing donations.

And to those who fed our bellies:American Legion Post 123The Lazy FlamingoThe Island CowThe Great White GrillRC OttersSubwayIsland BBQThe Bubble RoomSyscoPFGCheney Brothersand to everyone who brought a dish...

Yummy!These are the generous contributors

that helped to raise funds through dona-tions of merchandise and gift certficates. It is my hope that I have everyone accounted for; if I missed anyone, please accept my sincere apologies. We had almost 80 items donated and tried to keep it all straight:

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CARD OF THANKS “American Hometown Pride”

Celebrate the 23rd Annual Independence Day Parade

Thursday, July 4, 2013 9:30 a.m.

Entry Fee: Commercial $30.00 Non-Commercial $15.00

Each Entry Fee is for a Maximum of 3 Vehicles

Please Make Checks Payable to: 4th of July Parade Account

Mail: C/O Bank of the Islands, P.O. Box 1819, Sanibel Island, FL 33957

Drop Off: Bank of the Islands, Corner of Casa Ybel Road and Periwinkle Way

Additional Information??? Contact Trish Phillips at 246-2981

Mandatory Parade Participant Meeting on Thursday, June 27, at Bank of the Islands (10:00am or 5:00 pm)

Make Sure to Pick Up Your 2013 Parade T-Shirts at Bank of the Islands ONLY $10.00

2013 Parade Categories Best Float – Commercial Best Float - Not-for-profit Best Float - Family Best Float - Small Entry Best Salute to the U.S. Military Most Patriotic Best Nature Theme Best Original Design Best Music

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Commemorative Independence Day Parade T-Shirts Now on Sale at Bank of the Islands, 1699 Periwinkle Way

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Join the celebration of the release of Francis P. Bailey Jr.'s

much anticipated book.My 92 Years on Sanibel

Book Launch Edition

available only during this Open House event.

Come and mingle with the family and get your copy.

Book available for purchase at Bailey's beginning

June 19, 2013.

Open HouseThe Bailey Homestead1300 Periwinkle Way

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INSIDE CITY HALL

Monitoring Blue-Green Algae Bloom On Beach

The City of Sanibel is monitoring an algae bloom along our Gulf of Mexico beaches. A brown colored

patch of water in the surf zone along some stretches of Sanibel beaches has been positively identified by biologists as a single-celled blue-green alga called Trichodesmium erythraeum.

Common sense should always be used before swimming in any area with dense concentrations of this or any other algae. Small blooms resemble sawdust floating on the water surface; larger blooms can look like oil slicks or sea foam. Trichodesmium blooms have a unique “sweet” smell when they are breaking down, and large blooms can turn the water red or pink when stressed cells leach out pigments. At various times in their development, blooms can also

appear brown, green, or white. The city, in close coordination with the SCCF Marine Lab, Sanibel Sea School, and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Research Institute (FWRI), is carefully monitoring this algae bloom until it dissipates.

According to FWRI, Trichodesmium is found worldwide in tropical and sub-tropical seas. Blooms are not related to coastal nutrient sources or pollution, but generally form offshore, reaching near-shore waters when pushed in by prevail-ing winds and tidal currents. Blooms in the Gulf of Mexico tend to occur between May and September, when iron-rich Saharan dust is blown into the atmo-sphere, transported across the Atlantic Ocean by wind currents, and deposited into the Gulf of Mexico.

If you have any questions regarding this news release, contact the City of Sanibel Natural Resources Department at 472-3700.

Improvements At Sundial Get Formal Approvalby Anne Mitchell

The Sanibel Planning Commission on Tuesday formally approved two resolutions relating to improve-

ments being made at Sundial Beach and Golf Resort.

One was to approve a development permit for 32 bonus outdoor seats at an existing non-conforming restaurant.

The other was to grant a conditional

use permit to establish a new 400-square-foot kitchen on the ground floor at Sundial to service the lower level dining facilities including the poolside tiki bar.

Sundial, one of Sanibel’s oldest resorts, was dilapidated and now – under new ownership – is undergoing a major overhaul including adding a spa, wedding facilities and enhancing the lobby, bar and meeting rooms. The restaurant has already been updated.

The kitchen will replace a former video game room and will not increase the footprint of the resort.

The resort will post signs stating no take out and no food to be taken beyond the property line.

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Center 4 Life Programs

Sanibel Fit 4 Life is the motto at Center 4 Life. All ages are wel-come.

Island Seniors, Inc. members may attend fitness classes held at the Center 4 Life, 2401 Library Way, by present-ing a coupon. Booklets of 12 coupons can be purchased at the center; cost is $42, or buy three coupons for $10.50. Cash or checks to the City of Sanibel are accepted. Members of the City of Sanibel Recreation Center must show their mem-bership cards to attend.

All fitness classes are based on partici-pation and the schedule is as follows:

Essential Total Fitness – Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 10:30 a.m.

Happy to be Fit for Life – Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 9 a.m. Combination of the Happy Hour and Essential Total Fitness classes held dur-ing season. Keep your heart, lungs and muscles strong and your brain fit with a combination of aerobics and muscle conditioning exercises. Hand weights and stretch cords used. Class begins with a joke and ends with a positive thought for the day.

Power Hour Fitness – Tuesday and Thursday at 8 a.m. Hand weights, stretch cords and stability balls, along with mats, are used to strengthen your muscles. Improve core strength and balance.

Gentle Yoga with Kris Brown – Tuesday and Thursday at 9:30 a.m. Stretch, tone and strengthen while improving flexibility, proper alignment and circulation. Mats are used to meet

the needs of varying experience levels. Bring a towel.

Tuesday Kayaking – July 2, 16, 30, August 6, 20 at 8:30 a.m. There is space for 16 people on eight two-person kayaks and unlimited space for those who own their own kayaks. Kayaks, paddles and life jackets provided. Bring water, a small snack, change of clothing, sun lotion, bug spray, sunglasses and a hat. Cost is $5 for members and $10 for non-members. Stop by the center to sign up.

Bridge – 12:30 p.m. Monday and Wednesday

Hand & Foot – 12:30 p.m. TuesdayMahjongg – 12:30 p.m. ThursdayCost is $2.50 for members and $5 for

non-members. Prizes are awarded. Watercolor with Bea Pappas –

Fridays, 12:30 to 3 p.m. beginning June 7. If you have some painting experience and would like to work from a still life or photo, this class is for you. Cost is $20 per session for members and $25 for non-members.

Page Turners with Ann Rodman – Wednesdays. A film will now be shown at noon followed by the discussion of both book and film.

June 19 – A Passage to India by EM Forster

July 10 – Atonement by Ian McEwenAugust 14 – To Kill a Mockingbird by

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Gulf Guardian AwardThe Gulf of Mexico Program initiated the Gulf Guardian awards in 2000 as a way

to recognize and honor the businesses, community groups, individuals, and agencies that are taking positive steps to keep the Gulf healthy, beautiful and productive. First, second and third place awards are given in seven categories: individual, business/indus-try, youth environmental education, civic/nonprofit organizations, cultural diversity/environmental justice, partnership and bi-national efforts.

“This year’s Gulf Guardian Award recipients are to be commended for providing environmental leadership to protect and restore one of our nation’s most treasured natural resources, the Gulf of Mexico. These award recipients are true environmental stewards and protectors of this vital ecosystem,” said EPA Acting Administrator A. Stanley Meiburg.

The Gulf of Mexico Program began in 1988 to protect, restore, and maintain the health and productivity of the Gulf of Mexico ecosystem in economically sustain-able ways. The Gulf of Mexico Program is underwritten by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and is a non-regulatory, inclusive consortium of state and federal government agencies and representatives of the business and agricultural community, fishing industry, scientists, environmentalists, and community leaders from all five Gulf States. The Gulf Program seeks to improve the environmental health of the Gulf in concert with economic development

Ben Scaggs, Director of the Gulf of Mexico Program, added, “Given all the incred-ible challenges that the Gulf has faced over the last several years and the work that has continued with strength and vigor despite what sometime seem like overwhelming obstacles, it is difficult to adequately and succinctly express the community value of the awards and the role they play in reminding us of what yet needs to be done while giv-ing us all the energy and optimism to stay the course.”

Tropical Fruit Fair At First Baptist Church June 29

The Lee County Extension Office and The Caloosa Rare Fruit Exchange present a Tropical Fruit

Fair on Saturday, June 29 from 9

a.m. to 2 p.m. at First Baptist Church’s Community Room, 1735 Jackson Street in the Fort Myers River District.

Many tables of displays of many variet-ies of mango, avocado and unusual fruits most have never seen, such as grumi-chama, lychee, longan, gooseberry, akee, jaboticaba, etc. Samples of all fruit that is ripe will be given away.

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Alligator Tales: The Latest Chapter

by Barbara Joy Cooley, president, Committee of the Islands

“Sanibel is and shall remain

a barrier island sanctuary, one in which a diverse population lives in harmony with the

island’s wildlife and natural habitats. The Sanibel community must be vigi-lant in the protection and enhancement of its sanctuary characteristics.”

– from the Sanibel Vision Statement, Sanibel City Charter, Section 3.18

Those words from the Sanibel Vision Statement, which cite not only living in harmony with our wildlife, but also being vigilant in protecting the sanctuary characteristics of the island, are ones we should bear in mind regarding the island’s alligators. And for several years now, we have been monitoring and reporting on the worrisome aspects of official “harvest-ing” of these animals .

When mid-April arrived, I noted that it was time to check up on Sanibel’s alliga-tors again.

On April 18, I requested email cop-ies of all the alligator police reports from

March 15, 2012, through mid-April, 2013. Police Chief Bill Tomlinson read-ily asked his staff to email them to me. I made a similar request of the state’s Alligator Management Program at the Fish and Wildlife Commission: would they please email me information about alliga-tors harvested from Sanibel during the past year?

Lindsey Hord, the state biologist who directs that program, also readily asked his staff to email the information to me. The bottom line is that of 113 alligator-related incidents/police reports, only 4 alligators were removed from Sanibel and destroyed. That represents much less alli-gator death than in other recent years; it is basically a return to the old days, when few gators on this sanctuary island were destroyed.

After I read all 411 pages of reports,

I made a 7-page table/summary, which I analyzed. During this analysis, I was struck by the fact that many small alliga-tors get into swimming pools. That hap-pens more frequently than I imagined.

Some people call the police to report the presence of an alligator for no appar-ent reason, other than that perhaps they think the police need to know. When asked, these callers said no, they didn’t feel threatened by the animal, and no, they were not asking for it to be removed.

Sadly, a couple of alligators were struck by vehicles.

About those small alligators in swim-ming pools: what typically happened was that the responding police officer would remove the gator from the pool, then transport it and release it on conservation land off of Island Inn Road. One hungry

baby gator found in front of the Sanibel Café was also taken to that spot.

A few small alligators were simply relocated to a pond near the place where they were found. The harrowing experi-ence of being relocated by a police officer probably reinforced a healthy fear of humans in these young gators.

Many, many times, there would be a call to the police about an alligator, but the subject alligator was gone by the time police officers arrived on the scene. Sometimes the alligator was still on site, but when the police arrived, it fled into a nearby pond or bayou. That’s what good alligators do! They avoid people.

There were a few serious cases in which the alligator seemed to behave as if it had been fed by humans. Everyone on Sanibel should know that it is a violation of the law to feed an alligator, because

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feeding alligators can cause them to asso-ciate humans with food – a very danger-ous situation.

The collection of reports contained evidence that the Sanibel Police coor-dinated with the JN “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge management about alligators who’d been seen crossing the road or shared use path and entering refuge property.

In one interesting case about a year ago, a crew working on a weir near Tarpon Bay Road was approached by a 10-foot alligator who watched them. Refuge officers arrived and stated that the gator did not appear to be a threat and would not be moved. They said that they’d monitor the gator for 30 days; if it was still in the area then, they’d help remove it.

Sometimes people call the police to report alligators doing exactly what alliga-tors are supposed to do. For example, last August, someone reported that a six-foot alligator was swimming non-aggressively in the bayou, a full 80 yards from the boardwalk near Blind Pass condominiums. More recently, a woman observed an alligator eating turtles in a pond by Hurricane Lane. Imagine that. Nature in action.

On a rare occasion, an alligator will do something that is difficult to explain. For example, last October, a resort manager called the police to report that an 18-inch long baby alligator bit a landscaper on his boot. That’s right, the alligator “latched onto the heel of his boot only.” I’m not kidding. At least the little gator was smart enough to flee into the pond when the police officer arrived on the scene.

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Once in a while, people will call because they see alligators where they thought alligators would not go, like on the beach, or even in the surf. Trust me, alligators do visit the beach now and then. I’ve photographed them there.

Then there was the 3-foot gator that went to the ball field. It was taken by the police to a body of water off of Island Inn road, to join the small gators who’d been removed from swimming pools.

One resident of a lane off of Beach Road repeatedly called the police about an alligator in the water near his prop-erty. One day, it dared to sun itself on his property. The trapper was called, but was unable to capture the alligator on February 4.

Some people were a little confused about their neighboring wildlife. A man on Joewood Lane in Gulf Ridge called to report the presence of an iguana. It was actually a 2.5-foot alligator, which retreated into the water when the police officer approached.

Now here’s a case where someone really did have a problem with an alliga-tor. A couple returned to their home in East Rocks to find an 8-foot alligator asleep in front of the side door. The cou-ple did not have a key to the front door, and so could not enter their home. But the alligator was gone, thankfully, by the time the police arrived. The residents said they did not feel that the gator posed any threat. He was just in the way.

In the final incident of the reporting year, a realtor reported a 3-foot alliga-tor in the retention pond at Sundial on Middle Gulf Drive. The smart alligator

swam to the middle of the pond when the police officer approached. The police officer was unable to catch the wily gator, which appeared to fear humans.

The final tally? 113 incidents, 21 reports sent to the alligator trapper, and a total of 4 alligators removed (destroyed) and 21 relocated on the island. I wish no alligators had been destroyed; and I sincerely hope that these four were not destroyed needlessly.

What you can do What can you do to protect alligators

from this sad fate?• Communicate: Be sure new residents

in your neighborhood are informed about alligators.

• Educate: Inform people that it is ille-gal to feed alligators. This criminal act is punishable by up to a $500 fine and 60 days in jail. If you see people feeding alli-gators on Sanibel, call the police at 472-3111. Feeding alligators is dangerous and it makes the alligators dangerous.

• Calls that can kill: Do NOT call the police about an alligator unless the alligator is behaving in a predatory man-ner toward humans. Complaining to the police about nonaggressive alligators can result in these animals being destroyed needlessly. Also, unfortunately, trappers have been known to knowingly take and destroy the wrong alligators. So please do not call the police unless there is a threatening alligator. And by the way, an alligator sitting still with his mouth open is only trying to cool off; his open mouth is not a sign of aggression.

• Remember where you are: Be aware that alligators were here before people came to Sanibel. Who would move to south Florida and then expect the alliga-tors to leave?

• Keep your distance: Never approach alligators. Do not linger at the edge of fresh or brackish water bodies, especially at dusk, night, or dawn, and especially in warmer weather. Use caution, and be aware of your surroundings.

• Be smart: Do not work with your back to the water, especially in a crouch-ing position. Do not swim in fresh or brackish water bodies in south Florida.

• Mind the innocents: Never allow small children or dogs to play near the water unsupervised. Pet cats should be kept indoors (not only for their own safe-ty, but also for the safety of birds).

As mysanibel.com says, remember that alligators are “an important part of Sanibel’s natural history as well as an integral component of our freshwater ecosystem.”

The Committee of the Islands was founded in 1975 by those who helped incorporate Sanibel as an independent, self-governing city within Lee County. Guided by the mission of these found-ers, the Committee seeks to ensure the continuity of good local govern-ment, to protect the environment, and to preserve the sanctuary character of our barrier island community. Further information is available on the Committee’s website at www.coti.org, or via email to [email protected]. You can also visit Committee of the Islands on Facebook.

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Lloyd Parker Wells, born in St. Louis, Missouri 92 years ago, died on May 25, 2013 at the Shell

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Mr. Wells’s grandfather was mayor of St. Louis at the time of the St. Louis World’s Fair, circa 1910. He was one of the underwriters of Charles Lindbergh’s solo flight to Paris. Mr. Wells relished tell-ing the story of Lindbergh’s visit to the Wells’ summer retreat on Lake Michigan when he, Lloyd Wells, was 6 years old. Lindbergh flew in and landed in front of the Wells’ home, tied up his float plane in front of a wide-eyed little boy and was greeted warmly by grandfather Wells. All went into the house for lunch, at the end of which it was suggested to the guest that he take young Wells up for a ride. So Wells’s first experience in a plane was with none other than Charles Lindbergh!

Young Wells lost his father before he was 2 years old as a result of injuries sus-tained in World War I. He also was born dyslexic and struggled with his inability to read until he found other venues to expand his lively intellect; he loved his

years at the Avon Old Farms School in Connecticut. He became a pilot himself at 19 and flew for Northwest Airlines (later absorbed by Pan Am).

Mr. Wells’ major interest was in com-munity development, especially Chestnut Hill, Pennsylvania, a “bedroom” com-munity of Philadelphia. He also became an amateur archeologist, studying the Xingu Indians of Brazilian Amazon and the Bushmen of the Kalahari Desert. As a diver, he was head of naval operations for a University of Pennsylvania explora-tion of a 230 AD wreck off the coast of Turkey.

Wells left Philadelphia in 1975 to live near Calais, Maine on Crawford Lake close to the Canadian border. There, he built one final house with his stepsons and their friends. His amphibian plane made exploration of that area of Maine a joy. He left it and flying for Falmouth, Maine and boating in his antique Lawley powerboat. His final years were spent in Florida at the Shell Point Retirement Community.

In 2000, Wells coauthored – with Larry Lemmel – a book, Recreating Democracy: Breathing New Life Into American Communities.

OBITUARY

Adair Kleinberg, long-time Sanibel resident, passed away in her sleep on June 1, 2013. She

was something rare for these parts, a native Floridian, born in Hobe Sound on August 10, 1932, the youngest of three sisters. Her father, Paul, was the postmaster of Hobe Sound for 30 years after working for the government in Washington, D.C., where he met her mother, Mary, who was also a rarity for those times. She had come from Indiana to D.C. to have a career. During World War II at the age of 11, she and her

sisters made their contribution by man-ning a tower on the beach to watch for German submarines.

She and Hartley, her beloved husband of 60 years, spent 30 years in northern New Jersey raising a family. There, she was president of B’nai B’rith, a member of their Garden State Council, and chair of the Anti-Defamation League. Her mother had instilled in her the impor-tance of helping others, as she had been on the Board of Education in Hobe Sound and was an early advocate for the rights of Native Americans and African Americans in the area. Adair followed her beliefs as a member of the Democratic Club.

Along with her love the beach, kayak-ing and tennis, Adair learned to share Hartley’s love of skiing. They spent many years traveling to their home in the mountains of Steamboat Springs, where they enjoyed snow sports in winter and hiking, whitewater rafting and biking in summer. Adair especially enjoyed the rodeo, and was thrilled to find that one of the rodeo riders was actually a distant cousin.

She returned to her beloved Florida when Hartley turned 62; as she told him, “I miss the warm weather of my home, I’m going back to Florida with you or without you!” They settled on Sea Oats Drive and both became active in conser-vation issues and protecting the ecology of the island. She was active in many local groups, including SCCF, “Ding” Darling, CROW and FISH. She could be counted on for annual turtle nest moni-toring, counting osprey nests and the Audubon bird count, and was a docent at the Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum. Her collection of shells from walks on the beach rivals that of the museum.

She is survived by loving husband, Hartley Kleinberg, her daughter, Debby, and beloved granddaughter, Katy, a stu-dent at University of Miami by whom she will be lovingly remembered. She is predeceased by her elder sister, Marjorie, whose surviving children, her niece and nephew, Karen and Jerry, and their fami-lies reside in Jackson, Mississippi. Her remaining sister, Eleanor, and her daugh-ter, niece Janice, are long-time residents of Atlanta, Georgia.

Adair was an active member of Temple Bat Yam. A memorial service will be held there in November. Donations may be made to SCCF or the Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum.

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Churches/ TemplesANNUNCIATION GREEK ORTHODOX CHURCH:8210 Cypress Lake Drive, Fort MyersRev. Dr. Elias Bouboutsis Orthros Service Sunday 9 a.m.Divine Liturgy Sunday 10 a.m.Fellowship Programs, Greek School, Sunday School, Bible Studywww.orthodox-faith.com, 481-2099BAT YAM-TEMPLE OF THE ISLANDS:The Reform Congregation of Bat Yam Temple of the Islands meets for Friday night services at 8 p.m. in the FellowshipHall of the United Congregational Church2050 Periwinkle Way, SanibelFor more information call 239-472-5317or email [email protected] CHAPEL BY THE SEA:The Rev. George E. MorrisServices every Sunday 11 a.m.November 10, 2013 thru April 27, 201411580 Chapin Lane on Captiva. 472-1646.FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST, SCIENTIST:2950 West Gulf Dr., Sunday - 10:30 a.m.;Sunday School - 10:30 a.m., Wednesdayevening meeting - 7:30 p.m.; Readingroom open, Monday, Wednesday and Friday 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. (November through March), Friday 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. (summer hours). 472-8684. SANIBEL COMMUNITY CHURCH1740 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, 472-2684Dr. Daryl Donovan, Senior PastorSunday Worship Hours:8 a.m. Traditional Service with Communion9 a.m. Contemporary Service with Kids’ Church10:45 a.m. Adult and Youth Sunday School classes; 11 a.m. Traditional Service with Choir. Childcare available at all services.SANIBEL CONGREGATIONAL UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST:2050 Periwinkle Way 472-0497The Rev. Dr. John H. Danner, Sr. Pastor.The Rev. Deborah Kunkel, Associate PastorSunday Worship Services: 7:45 a.m. Chapel Service, 10 a.m. Full Service, with Sunday School and Nursery Care provided. Elevator access.ST. ISABEL CATHOLIC CHURCH:3559 San-Cap Rd., 472-2763Pastor: Rev. Christopher Senk, Saturday Vigil Mass 5 p.m. Sunday Masses 9:30 a.m.Daily Mass Wed., Thurs., Fri. 8:30 a.m. Communion Service Mon. and Tues. 8:30 a.m. Coomunion Service Mon. and Tues. 8:30 a.m. Holy Days call.ST. MICHAEL & ALL ANGELS EPISCOPAL CHURCH:2304 Periwinkle Way between the Bean and Baileys, 472-2173Rev. Dr. Ellen Sloan, Rectorwww.saintmichaels-sanibel.orgSundays at 9:30 a.m.Sunday School (PreK-gr.5) at 9:30 a.m.Wednesdays at 9 a.m. Potluck Supper 1st Wednesday of the month 6:30 p.m. Morning Prayer Tuesdays at 9 a.m.UNITARIAN UNIVERSALISTS OF THE ISLANDS:Meets on the first Sunday of each month from December through April at the Sanibel Congregational Church, 2050 Periwinkle Way at 5 p.m. A pot luck is held at a mem-ber’s home on the third Sunday of each month. For more information call 433-4901 or email [email protected].

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The Fall SAT Prep Course begins on Tuesday, August 13 and meets every Monday and Tuesday (except on Labor Day) until Tuesday, October 1. All classes take place from 6:30 until 9 p.m. For more information or to register for the Jewish Federation’s SAT Prep Course, visit www.jewishfederationlcc.org or call Amy Ginsburg-Padilla at 481-4449 ext. 3.

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Rotary Happenings submitted by Shirley Jewell

Please take note: The Sanibel-Captiva Rotary

Club is now meeting at The Dunes Golf and Tennis Club. The club meets at 7 a.m. every Friday and we extend an open invitation to all interested in learning more about Rotary to club join us at one of our upcom-ing meetings at The Dunes. Upcoming speakers are (June 14) Ken Leach,

Portland police officer, certified teacher of crisis intervention training for police and correction officers; and (June 21) Sanibel Historical Museum and Village Executive Director Emilie Alfino and President of the Board of Directors Dorothy Donaldson.

San-Cap Rotary Trust Board Officer Chet Sadler brought two distinguished visitors along with him to our meet-ing last Friday. John Lester from the Hitchen Tilehouse Rotary Club, England and Jacque Annilus, Saint Marc, Haiti Rotary Member/Water Project Contractor. Chet has been working closely with these two gentlemen on funding for a new water-well project at the Saint Marc School, Haiti. This well will provide non-drinking water for irrigation of school land used to grow income-producing crops that will help to financially support the school. This well water will also be used to flush toilets in the new restroom facilities that Rotary built last year.

The Sanibel-Captiva Rotary Club is partnering with the Hitchen Tilehouse Rotary Club, England on this new water-well project in Haiti. John Lester

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The club was also honored to have as our guest speaker for the morning Dr. Sandy Cohn, Vice Chair of the Lee Memorial Health System Board. Dr. Cohn certainly has an extremely impres-sive background holding the position of Chair of Pediatrics at Wayne State University and Pediatrician in Chief at Children’s Hospital of Michigan. He was appointed provost and Senior Vice President of academic affairs at WSU in 1986 to 199l. Sandy founded and con-tinues to serve as Chair of the advisory board for the dean of College of Health Professions and Social Work at Florida Gulf Coast University.

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Rotary Happeningsexplained that Lee Memorial Health System is one of the largest public, not for profit health systems in Florida that receives no direct tax support, and is gov-erned by a 10 member publicly elected Board of Directors. Lee Memorial Health System includes Lee Memorial Hospital, Cape Coral Hospital, Health Park Medical Center and Gulf Coast Medical Center. The board oversees five acute care hospitals, a rehabilitation hospital, a children’s hospital, a skilled nursing facil-ity, a multi-specialty physician group and various subsidiaries and sub-agencies. The board members also pursue projects and educational efforts through the depart-ment.

Lee Memorial is now building a much-needed 128-bed pediatric medical health care facility Golisano Children’s Hospital at the Health Park Medical Center, Fort Myers that will serve families from Lee, Collier, Charlotte, Hendry and Glades counties. Although pediatric patients have been treated at Health Park the hospital has had to send some pediatric patients to other hospitals for treatment, not currently available at Lee Memorial. The new Golisano Children’s Hospital will bring those treatments in-house and provide a medical environment that will house treatment rooms, labs, and patient room areas in a self-contained building. Health

Park Health Center will then be able to use the vacated space at Health Park for additional patient rooms and treatment centers serving the community at-large.

In our Q-and-A session with Dr. Cohn, a question was asked regarding the Leapfrog low-graded evaluation recently published on Lee Memorial Health System. Dr. Cohn responded with some concern. In Leapfrog’s case, points are taken off of the grading sys-tem if the hospitals being evaluated do not volunteer information for the evalu-ation. Lee Memorial did not volunteer information. The hospital has yet to receive a full explanation regarding the grading. Sandy adamantly expressed his confidence in the Lee Memorial

Health System stating these statisics: Ventilator-associated pneumonia, which is often fatal, saw the largest decrease – 87 percent between 2009 and 2011. Central-line blood infections in intensive care units and urinary-tract infections dropped about 73 percent and 60 per-cent respectively. Safety is a top prior-ity, when a system failure is identified a team instantly evaluates the situation and places in action a plan to correct the situation.

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Many babies are healthy but were taken to CROW by people believing they were orphaned or abandoned. Some have been injured or are sick and are in various stages of rehabilitation. For these patients, regularly scheduled meals are critical to their successful healing.

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After catching so many slot-sized fish in the last few months, it’s awesome to see this fishery really rebound and there seem to be plenty of snook around. On the other hand, with the snook fishing improving so much after being closed for three years, why not keep it closed for anoth-er year or two and really give the stocks a chance to recover?

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done to restore the numbers is a good idea in my book. To me, there is a whole lot more to snook fishing than eating snook filets. These fish are the jewel of Southwest Florida fishing and not being able to harvest these fish for three years now has really not been a hardship to any-one.

Locally, heavy winds and a few days of strong winds associated with Tropical Storm Andrea kept anglers off the water for a few days this week. This same tropical moisture has made condi-tions tough for roughly two straight weeks now. Stirred up water and stop and start rain showers certainly slowed our fishing down.

Tarpon anglers probably had it tougher than anyone else this week. Strong south winds make fishing out on the beaches all but impos-sible. One of the few options to catch a tarpon has been soaking cut baits in a con-fidence spot somewhere sheltered in the sound. Areas

around Captiva Rocks and south of Cabbage Key produced a few hook-ups this week along with sharks. Tarpon season is far from over and as condi-tions improve, tarpon will magically reappear again in all the usual places.

Catch-and-release snook fishing was the most consistent bite going on for me this week. The passes, oyster bars and mangrove shorelines in the mouth of the river all held good numbers of snook. If you were in the right place with the right bait on the right stage of the tide, action was non-stop. The best bait for mangrove fishing has been live shiners while pinfish seem to be doing better in and around the passes.

The search for shiners has really required more running than I can remember in years past. Finding clean water in the mid to upper sound has been the key to catching white bait, aka snook candy. The southern sound, with all the water coming down the river, has just not consistently held any good num-bers of shiners – although it’s loaded with all the pinfish you want. Starting off my mornings with a 20-mile round-trip boat ride to have a live well full of perfect bait seems to make all the differ-

ence in the day’s fishing action though.Redfish action for me this week,

despite great tides, was tough going. One here and one there was kinda how it went. No one place really seemed to hold a whole lot of them. Getting up to the middle and northern sound seemed to produce a few more fish than down south, but with our winds switch-ing direction from day to day, the fish seemed to be on the move and could not get into a pattern. Foster’s Point, Panther Key and Joselyn all held some fish on the higher periods of the tide.

The key to getting a few redfish was to keep moving and really working a shoreline well. Both live and cut baits caught the reds, but these fish took a lot more work than usual this week and even when you did find them, it was only one or two out of a hole. As condi-tions slowly improve, our redfish bite should really start to go off.

Capt. Matt Mitchell has been fishing local waters since he moved to Sanibel in 1980. He now lives in St. James City and works as a back country fish-ing guide. If you have comments or questions, email [email protected].

Bryan Majewski from Wisconsin with a 37-inch snook caught while fishing with Capt. Matt Mitchell this week

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CROW Case Of The Week:

Osprey Ambushed By Crowsby Patricia Molloy

It has been said that it takes a village to raise a child. In the case of ospreys (Pandion haliaetus), it has taken an entire island to ensure the prosperity of these majestic raptors.A Sanibel resident contacted CROW late last month after wit-

nessing a hostile aerial assault on a young osprey by a group of wheeling and diving crows. The report indicated that the fledgling was injured. CROW immediately dispatched a first responder to the scene. Despite having an injured wing, “the blood work and radiographs came back within normal limits,” stated Dr. Helen, DVM intern.

Fortunately for patient #1467, the wildlife clinic’s Hospital Director Dr. Heather Barron is one of 200 boarded specialists in avian medicine and is Past-President of the Association of Avian Veterinarians. Dr. Heather ordered several rounds of antibiotics, fluids to ensure proper hydration and strict cage rest in a seclud-ed room for the badly bruised and battered youngster.

According to The International Osprey Foundation, Sanibel naturalist George Campbell was devastated to discover a dramatic population decline of these native avians on the island. In 1974, with the assistance of Charles LeBuff of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service at J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge, the first osprey platform was constructed. By the year 2000, six to eight more were built on private property, city land, in “Ding” Darling, on Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation land, and atop Lee County Electric Company utility poles. (Before that time, the electric company had systematically destroyed osprey nests because electrical outages were commonly caused by these birds of prey being electrocuted.) Between 1978 and 2003, the osprey population on Sanibel increased by 400 percent.

CROW has been on the front lines of the fight to save ospreys by treating and releasing hundreds, if not thousands, of the native avians since it opened its doors in 1968. The wildlife clinic’s tireless efforts to educate the public about the necessity of protecting all native and migratory wildlife populations in Lee County has also aided in the conservation efforts.

As soon as the injured fledgling’s wounds have healed and its ability to fly has been fully restored, this magnificent fish-eating hawk with the white-crested head will once again perform breathtaking aerial acrobatics in the skies over Sanibel.

With the continued, combined efforts of local agencies and concerned residents, Lee County’s native and migratory wildlife will continue to prosper. Never underesti-

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CROW (Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife, Inc.) is a non-profit wildlife hospital providing veterinary care for native and migratory wildlife from our local area. The hospital accepts patients seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mail donations to P.O. Box 150, Sanibel, FL 33957. Call 472-3644 or visit www.crow-clinic.org.

This osprey fledgling, patient #1467, was admitted to CROW with a wing injury suffered in an aerial assault by crows. Veterinarian student Amy assists with an antibiotic injection


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Wilkes’ Copperleafby Gerri Reaves

Wilkes’ copperleaf (Acalypha amentacea ssp. Wilkesiana) is one of several varieties of

copper plants commonly used in South Florida landscapes.

Its ornamental value derives from its bronze leaves and pinkish leaf margins, rather than the pretty tiny catkins of fuzzy flowers. The rich colors inspire other common names such as fire drag-on and Jacob’s coat.

An evergreen native to islands in the South Pacific, it grows well only in Florida’s most southern zones because it is sensitive to cold and needs plenty of moisture.

A fast-growing member of the spurge

family and a relative of the poinsettia, copper plant is usually used as a hedge. If untrimmed, it can reach a height of 10 feet or more with a spread up to eight feet, developing multiple trunks or clumping stems.

The elliptical or oval leaves are four to eight inches long with serrated leaves.

It will grow in full sun or partial shade, but the more sun the more intense the colors.

Sources: Florida Landscape Plants

by John V. Watkins and Thomas J Sheehan, hort.ufl.edu, floridata.com, south-florida-plant-guide.com, and Waterwise: South Florida Landscapes by South Florida Water Management District.

Plant Smart explores sustainable gardening practices that will help you create an environmentally responsible, low-maintenance South Florida land-scape.

The burnished leaf colors upstage the inconspicuous flowers photos by Gerri ReavesCopperleaf is a common non-native ornamental


An Inside Look At Wildlife Recovery

The CROW Picture Show offers an insider’s look at why critters come to the Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife, and features photos of the wild ani-mals who wind up there.

Last year, Southwest Florida’s only wildlife hospital cared for 3,583 sick, injured and orphaned animals. Of the 200 different species, 61 percent were birds, with 33 percent mammals and six percent reptiles.

Due to restrictions imposed by governmental agencies, CROW cannot allow visitors to view patients in person. But in this half-hour presentation visitors will see numerous photos of current and past patients, with commentary by Claudia Burns, a veteran clinic volunteer.

The next CROW Picture Show will be held on Friday, June 14 at 11 a.m. in the CROW Healing Winds Visitor Education Center at 3883 Sanibel-Captiva Road, across from The Sanibel School. Admission is $5 for adults, $3 for teens and free for mem-bers and children 12 and under.

The fee includes the presentation, plus the opportunity to explore the hospital’s hands-on educational facility and become familiar with CROW’s efforts to save wildlife through compassion, care and education.

For more information, call 472-3644 ext. 228 or visit www.crowclinic.org.

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Wildlife Refuge. Participants meet on Wednesdays and Fridays at the Gulfside City Park/Algiers Beach on Sanibel at 9 a.m. The Summer Beach Walk schedule will continue until August 9. After that, the walks will continue on every last Tuesday of the month.

During the one hour walk, the tour guides will give tips on finding and identifying mollusks as well as explain how they live, eat and move. They will answer questions, identify common shells found on our beaches, and help participants identify them. Wolff also features sea birds and sea turtles and their nests found along the walk.

The program is free, but parking fees apply. Call Dr. José H. Leal at the museum at 395-2233 for more information about the walks.

Dotty DeVasure, bottom right, demonstrates a lightning whelk casing to a Summer Beach Walk tour group

Harold and Shaun West from Nevada, Missouri found a junonia on Beach Access #5 while staying at Mitchell’s Sand Castles on June 6. They said, “Score: Harold 3, Shaun 0.”

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Sea Turtle Nesting Statistics

The Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation (SCCF) reported sea turtle nest-ing statistics as of June 7, as well as the previous two years for comparison. The nests did pretty well after Tropical Storm Andrea. Forty-six nests on

Sanibel were washed over to some degree and 14 nests were lost (none on the east end). Fifteen nests were washed over on Captiva and three nests were lost.

As of June 7, 2013:Sanibel East – 16 nests, 23 false crawlsSanibel West – 65 nests, 102 false crawlsCaptiva – 36 nests, 16 false crawlsAs of June 7, 2012:Sanibel East – 31 nests, 37 false crawlsSanibel West – 94 nests, 159 false crawlsCaptiva – 44 nests, 70 false crawlsAs of June 7, 2011:Sanibel East – 11 nests, 19 false crawlsSanibel West – 74 nests, 115 false crawlsCaptiva – 39 nests, 13 false crawls.

Jennifer Herr found a horse conch at Blind Pass on June 9. She was stay-ing at the “Ding” Darling residence

area. Jennifer is the daughter of John and Carol Herr and volunteers at the refuge.

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Jennifer Herr

Bella Schnur found an angel wing on the beachfront of Sandpiper.

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Florida Aquarium Tropical Fish Expo

The Florida Aquarium Tropical Fish Expo will be held at the Holiday Inn Airport at Town Center in Fort Myers from Thursday, June 20 through Sunday, June 23.

The show will feature vendors, guest speakers and exhibitors displaying tropical fish. In addition, a giant fish auction will be held on Sunday beginning at 11 a.m. and last-ing until the final fish is sold.

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Shell Museum Welcomes Summer Collections Assistant

The Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum wel-comed Alex Goldin as one of two new Collections Assistant Interns for the

summer. Collections Assistant Interns help organize, process and catalog the museum’s extensive shell collection.

Goldin is from Stuart, Florida and is cur-rently a senior at the Gulf Coast University, studying Environmental Science. He has had appreciation for the natural world from a very young age, and chose his degree to help him to learn more about it. While he has not yet made the decision on what he plans to do upon graduating, he is considering working in park services as a park ranger. He took a two and a half week field studies course where he worked and lived in Theodore Roosevelt National Park. He also volunteered with the Florida Oceanographic Coastal Center research department. There, he worked on a project dealing with how salinity changes due to the freshwater releases from Okeechobee are affecting oyster populations of natural and restored reefs.

“I really enjoy the dedication the museum shows toward education, and raises awareness on the importance of mollusks,” Goldin said. “I hope to take away a better understanding of mollusks and the role they play in their environment.”

Outside of work and school, Goldin likes to hang out with his friends, hike and trav-el. Whenever he has the time, one of his favorite activities involves going out into the

wetlands surrounding the Fort Myers area. “I find there is nothing more relaxing

than a good swamp walk,” he added. Goldin is the museum’s second Summer

Collections Assistant, joining Matt Hart to help with its shell collection.

Alex Goldin

Bird’s Eye View

Did We Get A Lot Of Rain Last Week?

by Mark ‘Bird’ Westall

The other day, I heard a tourist at

Bailey’s exclaim to the server at the deli, “Boy! You guys got a lot of rain the other day!” I looked over at an old island friend

of mine and we just gave each other a knowing smile. To someone that doesn’t understand Sanibel’s summer weather, those few inches of rain seems like a lot.

But that may have only been nature “knocking on the door!”

Everything in nature tends to go in cycles – the everyday tides, the seasons, the changing weather patterns. There are cycles that happen on a small scale and then there are those that happen on a much larger scale. Well, Sanibel has been going through a drought for the last sev-eral years. The Sanibel River, especially the Western Basin, has not been able to reach full capacity pretty much since Hurricane Wilma in the fall of 2005.

And this winter, it has been particularly bad. Just before the recent rains began, I checked the water levels at Tarpon Bay Road and the East Basin was around a foot MLW and the West Basin was down to .6 MLW; the maximum height is 2.8 and 3.2 MLW, respectively. It was impos-sible to paddle a canoe in the West Basin because the chara – a native freshwater plant of the Sanibel River – filled the whole channel. I always say that pad-dling across the chara when the river is that low is like trying to paddle across a sponge.

The fact that the river can draw down

so low is really not such a big deal; it’s just part of the cycle of life. But for every low cycle, there is eventually the inevitable high cycle. So, this article is to remind those of us that stay on Sanibel throughout the summer season that it is about time for us to have a very wet rainy season! And the recent rains may be just the beginning.

But I also want to educate the new-comers that, “If you’re going to live on Sanibel, you’re going to get your feet wet!” As I have written about before, Sanibel (the environmental community) has developed an Interior Wetlands Management Plan for the island that strives to reach an acceptable balance between having an efficient Storm Water Management strategy and a healthy natu-ral environment.

My first experience with Sanibel’s freshwater wetland system was during Labor Day Weekend 1977, when the island received just under 20 inches of rain in 48 hours. It took the island over a month for water levels in the Interior Wetlands to return to the height of the existing weirs.

Today, those weirs have been rebuilt to hold the water at higher levels when we get the rains (but still lower than what the natural system historically allowed), but more efficiently lower the water levels in the entire system within a matter of days instead of weeks.

The danger with such an efficient drainage system in place is that when we do start getting our normal summer rain patterns back, there are going to be some folks on the island that will start putting pressure on the city to lower the water levels back down to drought conditions. I hope that the city will politely, but firmly, explain to the complainers that if they didn’t want to get their feet wet in the summer on Sanibel, maybe they shouldn’t have bought a home in the Interior Wetlands.

My biggest concern is that we will finally have a normal rainy season that brings the water levels back up to where it should be and then a storm will develop that looks like it could come in our direc-tion; and the city will give in to political pressure to open the weirs before the storm actually hits us and let the water out; and then the storm never gives us the rain as predicted.

The results of that scenario would be devastating for the freshwater wetlands on the island!

The major point that must be under-stood by everyone living on the island is that even if a storm is coming towards us and actually hits us, we are going to have flooding, whether we open the weirs early or not! If we open the weirs too soon and then the storm misses us, the Interior Wetlands will suffer.

But… if the Management Plan is implemented properly and we only begin opening up the weirs after the flood-ing starts (which is the accepted, written policy), we will only be flooded for a few days, instead of the several weeks that occurred with the old system. And the Interior Wetlands will have the water it so desperately needs.

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Rain Last Weekin order for it to function properly. We are supposed to have water standing in some of our yards during the summer on Sanibel. Hopefully, the water will rise slowly every day with the evening show-ers. But quite often the island receives its much-needed rainfall in major tropi-cal events.

If minor, short-term flooding during such a major event is not allowed to occur, then the island’s management plan for its freshwater wetlands is a farce. The city must remain firm in its commitment to preserving the Interior Freshwater Wetlands. Do we really want

a healthy, functioning freshwater system on the island… or are we just pretend-ing?

I’m not saying it is easy for the city to keep the weirs closed until the storm is actually upon us. Many excuses can be used to justify making the politically safe choice and open the weirs when the storm is still a day’s time away. I am sure there are many citizens who would support that decision. I just think if we open the weirs too soon, we should remove the Vision Statement placed up on the wall at the council chambers and admit that the “vision” is dead.

I hope that it is not!A former city council member and

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Kiwanis International is a global organization of volunteers dedicat-ed to changing the world, one child

and one community at a time. Each year, through various island events, the Sanibel-Captiva chapter of Kiwanis raises money to give back to the community. Our top objective is to support children by assist-ing them financially to help them reach their goals. Nothing can be more impor-tant to one’s development than a good education. And at Kiwanis, we are proud to have handed out 19 scholarships and more than $22,000 to families in 2013.

Fourteen local high school graduates received one-year partial scholarships for the 2013-14 school year. Additionally, five students received four-year scholar-ships. It brings us great joy to be able to assist these families every year. It is even more gratifying, however, when one of the recipients returns and gives us an update of his or her achievements.

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Crystal’s story was especially heart-warming as she explained she is the only one in her immediate family to have received a college degree. When includ-ing her cousins, there are only five in the family of 53 with degrees. Crystal is very proud of her accomplishments, and she said is very thankful for all that we did for her over the last four years. On behalf of the Kiwanians, stories like this drive us to work harder so that we may hand out even more scholarships next year.

Kiwanis scholarships are available to all Sanibel and Captiva residents, the islands’ private or public employees, and their family members. There are no age limitations, and scholarships may be applied to college or vocational training. Weight is given to needs, grades, com-munity involvement and extracurricular activities.

If you have an interest in helping our community, and you would like to meet some fairly interesting people, please consider joining us for our Tuesday break-fast meetings. We meet at The Dunes every week at 7:30 a.m. for some good food, great camaraderie and an interest-ing guest speaker who normally discusses current events in the community. We look forward to seeing you.

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With the perfect mix of professional-ism and playfulness, Brook is bursting onto the scene to challenge what is thought about conventional southern rock. Her album Ain’t Gonna Mess Around reveals many sides of her as an artist. Together with her writing partner, Scott Krehling, Brook serves up some great storytelling with the raw emotional lyrics that give us just a glimpse at the road she has walked to get to the here, now and beyond. Not one for being too serious, Brook brings a sense of humor to her work and live performances that keep fans begging for more.

Having played with heavy hitters like Seether, Sevendust and working on side projects with Shannon Larkin and Tony Rombola of Godsmack, she is honing in on her own sound. The new single, When The Lights Go Down, is set to release with a major splash soon.

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Lighthearted Musicals At The Strauss Theater

BIG ARTS Herb Strauss Theater is showing two musicals featuring local favorite John Vessels. The

final performance of The Lillian Baxter Show is at 8 p.m. Thursday, June 13.

Join washed-up TV variety show host-ess Lillian Baxter (played by Vessels) and her third – and favorite – ex-husband Corky Weinstopper (played by Jay Schwandt) as she tells the stories of her

long, arduous climb to the middle. This new comedy boasts hit after hit with tunes like Little Girl from Little Rock, Born to Entertain, The Boy from Ipanema and a string of songs from the Great American Songbook ranging from her early days in Hollywood, right up to the night of Lillian’s big concert in 1972. Lillian and Corky sing the night away with popular hits and rare gems by Cole Porter, Jerome Kern, Cy Coleman, Burt Bacharach, Michel Legrand and Steven Sondheim.

Vessels also plays his most challeng-ing role ever – himself – in An Evening with John Vessels, showing June 14 and

15 at 8 p.m., and June 16 at 4 p.m. Vessels, a veteran of stages all over the country and a couple around the world, is back on Sanibel for a limited time to entertain with his own brand of silliness and a program featuring songs from the Great American Songbook and beyond. He’ll sing favorites by Irving Berlin such as Let Me Sing and I’m Happy and I Love a Piano as well as Rodgers and Hart’s Johnny One Note. What night would be complete without Vessels also performs the entire Wizard of Oz all by

himself. Pianist, arranger and composer Jay Schwandt accompanies Vessels with the hits you know and love, and a song or two that are bound to become new favorites. The show starts at 8 p.m. June 14 through 15, and 4 p.m. June 16.

Tickets for both shows are on sale at BIG ARTS, 900 Dunlop Road, and Herb Strauss Theater, 2244 Periwinkle Way, or by calling 472-6862 or 395-0900. Adults are $30, children 17 and under are $5.

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Applications are now being accepted from artists for participation in the 2014 juried show. Featuring the work of 200 artists in a community effort, ArtFest Fort Myers brings 85,000 art lovers and collectors to the largest outdoor gallery in Lee County on the first week-end in February. Festival dates are February 1 and 2.

Artists can apply online at ArtFestFortMyers.com, call 768-3602 or email [email protected]. The application deadline is September 16. All artwork exhib-ited must be created solely by the displaying artists. Artist entries are accepted in 16 categories: Ceramics, Digital, Drawing, Fiber, Glass, Jewelry, Metal, Mixed Media 2-D, Mixed Media 3-D, Painting-Watercolor, Painting-Oil/Acrylic, Photography, Printmaking, Sculpture, Wearable and Wood. Artists are selected to participate through a panel of independent jury/artists who rate submitted images on artistic conception, originality and workman-ship. Cash prizes totaling $5,000 will be awarded to participating artists at the fine art festival.

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dren, plus a “children only” shopping gallery (sponsored by Publix Super Markets)

• Art Under 20, an exhibition and competition for Lee County high school students, offering cash awards (sponsored by Edison State College)

• Art on the Street, a weekend high school sidewalk chalk competition mentored by professional chalk artists (sponsored by Truly Nolen).

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‘Surely You Joust?’ Say Summer Campersby Jeff Lysiak

On June 7, Summer Day Camp participants at the Sanibel Recreation Center spent an afternoon matching their medieval jousting skills against one another in an inflatable arena, using oversized pillows and padded headgear in their

competitive – yet overly comedic – battles.The jousting arena and sparring gear, provided by Let’s Bounce of Fort Myers, was

set up inside the rec center’s gymnasium. Campers took turns picking out a partner to do battle with, climbing into the huge inflatable platform, stepping onto a raised podium in the center of the arena and attempting to knock their opponent off using only a gigantic stuffed cushion.

More often than not, the jousters lost their balance simply trying to swing the cushion to and fro.

Let’s Bounce returns to the rec center on June 14 with an inflatable basketball jam arena, on July 5 with an inflatable obstacle course and on July 26 with an inflatable water slide.

see more photos on page 8B

The second and third graders from Sanibel Recreation Center’s Summer Day Camp are eager to get into the inflatable jousting arena on June 7 photos by Jeff Lysiak

Final Plans Unveiled For Golisano Children’s Hospitalby Jeff Lysiak

Incorporating elements of Southwest Florida’s beaches and natural elements into its overall aesthetics, the final designs for the Golisano Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida were unveiled last week during the Lee Memorial Health

System’s Board of Directors meeting held in South Fort Myers.

“We have had 151 meetings to get to this point with these designs,” said Kathy Bridge-Liles, interim chief administrative officer. “The work and efforts that have gone on to get to this point are really unbelievable.”

Dave Kistel, vice president of facilities and support services, told the board of direc-tors – as well as a standing-room-only crowd gathered at Gulf Coast Medical Center – that the $242 million seven-story hospital is expected to be constructed by 2017. Groundbreaking is anticipated to begin in the spring of 2014.

continued on page 4B

Before unveiling the final design plans for the children’s hospital, kids presented the Lee Memorial Health System Board of Directors with sunflowers, balloons and gift bags

photos by Jeff Lysiak

Campus plan for the Golisano Children’s Hospital

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Stop by the American Legion this Friday, June 14, as Post 123 will observe Flag Day with a flag retire-

ment ceremony beginning at 6 p.m.On Sunday, June 16, celebrate

Father’s Day with a roast beef din-ner, complete with potatoes and car-rots, served from 1 to 8 p.m. It is also Songwriters Night, with Alan Rhody and special guest Austin Church performing starting at 5 p.m.

Nine-ball pool tournaments continue every Monday night throughout the summer. Texas Hold’em is played every Thursday night at 7 p.m. and Saturdays at 4:30 p.m. New players are welcome but must be Legion members.

Every Friday, Post 123 serves a six-ounce ribeye steak sandwich all day. Check out the daily specials and the entire menu. The half-pound burgers are a local favorite. Food is served all day, every day. The public is welcome.

American Legion Post 123 is open Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 9 p.m., located at mile marker 3 on Sanibel-Captiva Road. For more informa-tion, call 472-9979.

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The Mohawk Project: The Sinking World

Just off the coast of Sanibel and Captiva, the third step in creating the art project of Andreas Franke has

begun, currently accessible only to under-water enthusiasts.

Austrian-born artist Franke has been in the advertising business for more than 20 years. He has worked for brands like Ben & Jerry’s, Coca-Cola, Ford, General Electric, Gillette, Heineken, Nike, Visa and Wrigley’s. His still-lifes and surreal effects are famous. In his photographs, every little detail is planned precisely; there is no space left for fortuity.

Franke is a traveler. He travels the world and between the worlds. His job frequently leads him to several countries on several continents; so does his passion for scuba diving. In his pictures, Franke crosses the borders between fantasy and real life.

His first underwater art exhibit began with photographing the decks of the USNS General Hoyt S. Vandenberg, sunk seven miles off the coast of Key West in 2009.

After that project, he became absorbed in the haunting enchantment of the ship. Franke returned to Austria and created his new medium by populating the Vandenberg images with surreal visitors: 1950s teens waiting in line for movie tickets on the ship’s upper deck and a workman looking up from his lunch pail while seated on a cross-beam. The completed pieces were encased between panes of Plexiglas, placed in stainless steel frames, sealed with silicone to reduce marine exposure and hung by enormous magnets along the ship. It was a subtle process with great care taken not to disturb the ecological balance of the marine life around and not to damage the Vandenberg. Undersea growth began to adhere to the work and it became a living piece of art.

After a second installation on the SS Stravronikita, Franke chose the USS Mohawkas his third underwater project. Between now and September 14, scuba divers have the opportunity to witness nature putting the final touches on Franke’s creations. The best place to see art and nature working together is by viewing the images on location; the backdrop of the historic icon and the special lighting can only be found under water.

“With my photographs of sunken shipwrecks, I want to pull the spectators into unreal and strange worlds. Mystified scenes of the past play within a fictional space. Dreamworlds you can get lost in or that you can identify with. This creates a new and unexpected atmosphere. This work shows very much of myself, since I am always on the lookout for stunning themes to create new images never been seen before,” said Franke.

On Friday, October 4, the public (including land-lubbers) will have the opportunity to view The Sinking World at the Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Boulevard in Fort Myers.

One year after it was sunk, the 165-foot World War II warship USS Mohawk is now a living reef, thriving with exotic marine life. Scuba divers can view Franke’s images underwater with Scubavice Dive Center, which makes weekly trips to the Mohawk. It is located at 12600 McGregor Boulevard in Fort Myers. Call 481-4733 or go to www.scu-bavicedivers.com for a schedule of dive trips, to rent scuba equipment and/or to receive an Open Water certification in time to see Franke’s artwork in its natural environment.

Women sunning on the deck of the Mohawk is one of 12 images currently on the wreck

Adam’s Break after the sea added a patina to it

Adam’s Break before deployment on the USNS Vandenberg off the coast of Key West

Artist Andreas Franke

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From page 1B

Childrens Hospital“The new Golisano Children’s

Hospital of Southwest Florida will create a unique pediatric design that provides

a welcoming, efficient environment integrated with nature, supportive of technology and flexible for the future,” said Kistel, who noted that the facility will

open with 128 private patient beds, with the capacity to expand to 160 beds.

Each floor will have its own unique color/wayfinding scheme:

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GatorFinally, following a “drumroll” on

the board’s conference room table, the design plans were revealed to a round of applause. A PowerPoint presentation of interior and exterior artist renderings of the new Golisano facility – from the first floor lobby and reception area to a typical acute care inpatient room – were included, along with the chapel, gift shop, laundry facilities, hematology-oncology unit and the Ronald McDonald House Family Room.

Also revealed were the hospital’s plans for a multi-faceted outdoor garden. This will include a public art garden with a

Dave Kistel, vice president of facilities and support services, delivered the presenta-tion to the board

View from southwest of the Golisano Children’s Hospital

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Acute care inpatient room


water feature, seating, sculptures and decorative fencing; a meditative garden with seating underneath shade pergolas and umbrella tables; and a discovery gar-den for children with play areas featuring manatee, dolphin and turtle sculptures as well as butterfly and herb gardens.

According to Kistel, the project will consist of a new clinical tower connecting into the east face of the existing hospital, relocating all children’s departments and expanding pediatric patient care services. The existing hospital will include some renovations to support the expanded ancillary services required for adult and pediatric population.

The new 298,000-square-foot building will begin the permitting and bidding pro-cess during the fourth quarter of 2013, with approval anticipated by March 2014 and construction set to start the following month. The Golisano Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida is expected to be completed in the first half of 2017.

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FISH of Sanibel, Inc. announced that Bank of the Islands has cho-sen to become one of the Silver

Sponsors for the 5th annual 10K Race 4 FISH. The race is scheduled to take place on Sanibel on Saturday, October 19.

Bank of the Islands, the oldest locally owned and managed community bank on Sanibel as well as in Lee County, has been a major supporter of FISH for many years. This is the first year that Bank of the Islands has chosen to take on the Silver Sponsorship of the FISH 10K.

“Bank of the Islands is delighted to join the other Silver Sponsors for this year’s 10K,” said Bank of the Islands President Robbie B. Roepstorff. “Our Sanibel and Captiva offices accept islanders’ food con-tributions for FISH throughout the year,

but this race reminds us that FISH needs everybody’s help to care for our neigh-bors in need.”

“We are very pleased to see another great supporter of FISH chose to become a sponsor for the 10K,” said Ed Ridlehoover, co-chairman of the race committee. “Bank of the Islands has been a dedicated friend to our organization and we welcome them as a new Silver Sponsor.”

More than 50 island businesses and organizations sponsored the 10K race

last year, and over 120 people volun-teered their support to make it a huge success.

The race will begin at 7:30 a.m. at The Community House, and will once again follow a marked 10K circuit around the island, returning to The Community House for the finish line. There will also be a trade fair, aimed at the runners and their families and friends, as well as refreshment tables and water stations around the island for runners.

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SPORTS QUIZ1. Name the last Cincinnati Reds pitcher before Johnny Cuerto in 2012 to be the first

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Amerson in 2011 to snare at least 13 interceptions in a season.4. In 2011-12, Golden State’s Klay Thompson became the third rookie in NBA history

to hit 44 percent of his shots, 41 percent of his three-pointers and 85 percent of his free throws. Name the other two.

5. At the end of the 2013 NHL regular season, who was the all-time goal scorer for the Nashville Predators?

6. When was the last time before 2012 that U.S. men won at least two gold medals in freestyle wrestling?

7. In how many years has Tiger Woods won at least three PGA events before the Masters, and how many times did he win the Masters in those years?

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1. Jack Billingham, in 1974. 2. Mattingly was a Yankee in 14 seasons; Randolph for 13 seasons. 3. The Uni-versity of Washington’s Al Worley had 14 in 1968. 4. Anthony Morrow (2008-09) and Stephen Curry (2009-10). 5. David Legwand, with 200. 6. It was 1996. 7. Four times (2000, ‘03, ‘08 and ‘13), and none.

Union Mechanical Announces Sponsorship Of 4th Of July Fireworks

Only three more weeks until the biggest 4th of

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The fireworks cele-bration will kick off at 4 p.m. at The Dunes Golf and Tennis Club with a community-wide party. Entry to the event will be free to all and there will be live entertain-ment, face painting and onsite parking at a cost of $5. Tickets will be available for the purchase of food and beverages at the party. The fireworks show, presented this year by Zambelli Fireworks, will begin at dusk.

“We are honored to be a part of this wonderful island tradition and can’t wait to see the magnificent show that the chamber is sure to present,” said John Barbour, owner of Union Mechanical.

“On behalf of the chamber, I would like to thank Union Mechanical for helping to sponsor this community favorite event,” said Ric Base, President of the Sanibel and Captiva Islands Chamber of Commerce.

The fundraising and operation of the 4th of July fireworks on our islands is being taken care of by the Chamber of Commerce. If you are interested in a sponsorship or in making a donation to the 4th of July event, contact Bridgit Stone-Budd by phone at 472-8255 or via email at [email protected].

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No Surprise Three Stalwarts Of Division Champion Fort Myers Miracle Promoted To Double-A

by Ed Frank

It shouldn’t come as a surprise that three stars of the first-place Fort Myers Miracle baseball team have been promoted to the Double-A New Britain Rock Cats.We’ve written often that Florida State League All-Star third-

baseman Miguel Sano, the No. 1 prospect in the Minnesota Twins organization, and second-baseman Eddie Rosario, another top prospect for the Twins, would likely be gone from Fort Myers by mid-season.

Just as soon as the Miracle clinched the FSL South Division first-half championship Sunday, the call came from on-high for Sano, Rosario and center fielder Angel Morales to pack their

bags and head for New Britain.

The first-half title for the Miracle is the first time since 2009 that the local team qualified for post-season play.

The 6-4, 236-pound Sano, a native of the Dominican Republic, was hitting .330 with a league-leading 16 homers and 48 RBIs. In his last game with Fort Myers on Sunday, the 20-year-old blasted two home runs, including a tape-measure shot that sailed over the grandstands in left field at McKechnie Field in Bradenton.

Rosario, 21, compiled a .329 average in 52 games with the Miracle. He also hom-ered Sunday in his last Miracle game. A native of Puerto Rico, he played for Team Puerto Rico in the recent World Baseball Classic.

Morales earned a long-awaited promotion to Double-A New Britain after spend-ing portions of four seasons here with Fort Myers. He was hitting .297 in 55 games. Morales was drafted by the Twins in 2007.

Two weeks ago, the Twins also promoted Miracle pitcher D.J. Baxendale, who had compiled a 7-0 record and a 1.10 ERA in his brief stay here.

With these four key Miracle stars moved up, it will be a difficult task for Fort Myers to repeat as South Division champions in the season’s second half.

However, it is likely that Bryon Buxton, the second overall pick in the 2012 Major League Baseball Draft, could be sent here from Low-A Cedar Rapids, where he was batting .341 with 41 RBIs earlier this week. He is listed as the Twins No. 2 prospect.

The season’s first-half division champion Fort Myers started the week with a 10-game lead. After this weekend’s All-Star Game break, the Miracle return here Monday with a six-game homestand.

Red Sox And Twins Draft Pitchers In First-Round Of DraftWith the No. 7 pick in last week’s Major League Baseball Draft, the Boston Red

Sox nabbed an 18-year-old two-way player from New Castle, Indiana.Trey Ball was drafted by the Red Sox as a pitcher, but the 6-5, 174-pound young-

ster also is highly regarded as a left-handed hitter and outfielder.He slugged 10 home runs and as a pitcher was 6-0 with a 0.76 ERA in his senior

year of high school. The Red Sox will now attempt to sign the talented Ball as he also has a commitment to the University of Texas.

It has been 20 years since the Red Sox had a draft pick as low as No. 7.The Twins had the fourth pick in the draft and took 18-year-old Kohl Stewart,

who was the top high school pitching prospect in the country according to Baseball America.

A native of Tomball, Texas, Stewart was a two-sport athlete and was recruited to pitch and play quarterback at Texas A&M. In his senior year of high school, he threw for 2,560 yards and 28 touchdowns.

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Application For South Lee Hospital Denied

The Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) has denied Lee Memorial Health System’s

(LMHS) application to build an 80-bed hospital in the Bonita Springs/Estero community. The hospital was proposed for 33 acres along Coconut Road between South Tamiami Trail and Via Coconut Point, adjacent to the Bonita Community Health Center.

“This is unfortunate news for Lee County. A new hospital located in the Bonita Springs/Estero corridor would provide a better distribution of hospital beds for all of Southwest Florida and bring additional capacity that is very much needed during the busy seasonal months,” said Jim Nathan, president of Lee Memorial Health System. “It would also significantly reduce emergency travel times for the area’s residents and improve their access to acute care services.”

LMHS plans to file an appeal to the state division of administrative hearings. According to Florida law, the action must be filed with 21 days of the formal notice of the decision. “This is unfortunate news because we believe the people of south Lee County deserve better access to comprehensive and compassionate care,” says Nathan. “We have not received offi-cial notice for the reason for the denial, but we do plan to appeal this decision and to fight for this hospital and for our family, friends and neighbors in Bonita Springs and Estero.”

The ruling came after NCH Healthcare System officially challenged LMHS’s Certificate of Need (CON) appli-cation, on the grounds there is no need for additional hospital beds in the com-munity. LMHS’s application did not add hospital beds, but requested to de-license some beds at Lee Memorial Hospital on Cleveland Avenue and move them to a new hospital in Bonita/Estero.

South Lee County is one of the fast-est growing areas in Lee County and will expand by 2018 to hold nearly a third of the County’s total population. More than one-third of the population of Bonita Springs/Estero is over the age of 65, a group that is in need of hospital care more than the general population.

The Bonita Springs and Estero com-munities have worked for many years to get a hospital built in their area. They provided a considerable outpouring of support during the CON application process, sending more than 2,200 let-ters encouraging AHCA’s approval. They have repeatedly voiced their concern about how long it takes to get to emer-gency medicine because there is no hos-pital in their community.

LMHS’s Certificate of Need (CON) application requested the transfer of 80 beds from Lee Memorial Hospital on Cleveland Ave to the new south Lee hos-pital. Lee Memorial Hospital has licensed beds that are unused because of physical limitations in an aging building. Hospitals must be issued a CON to relocate beds from an existing hospital or to move a hospital more than one mile from its existing site.

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Journey To South America – Part Vsubmitted by Patty Molnar

After enjoying the cosmopolitan atmosphere of Buenos Aires, our group was poised for its next nature adventure, a trip to the fabulous

Iguazu Falls. Located along the Argentine-Brazilian border, the Iguazu Falls – at 1.7 miles – hold the dis-tinction of being the world’s widest waterfall.

First, a short tutorial on waterfalls: Niagara Falls on the U.S./Canadian border has the biggest volume of water, while Victoria Falls on the Zambian-Zimbabwe border is the highest at 110 yds. and has the largest curtain of water.

Initially, the rainforest in which Iguazu is located was in private hands in both Brazil and Argentine, and logging was being carried out at an alarming rate. Fortunately, more ecologically-minded heads eventually prevailed, and today Iguazu Falls is not only a national park, but also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Both countries have done a commendable job of allowing visitors to witness this unique site by employ-ing sensitive measures. On the Argentine side, one arrives at the rainforest on an eco-train. From there, a series of walkways and lookout points allow the tourist to admire the falls.

Unfortunately, our half-day on the Argentine side was the only rain we had on our tour, but it was a light rain that didn’t spoil our walk. As at Niagara Falls, there was also an opportunity to travel under the falls in an inflatable boat. No one in our group availed him/herself of this adventure.

The next day, we saw the falls from the Brazilian side. As Canada is to the U.S. regarding Niagara Falls, so Brazil is to Argentina regarding Iguazu, i.e. better views! The Brazilian side, which also had

walkways from which to enjoy the more panoramic views, seemed slightly more commercial, but not in a particularly offensive way. After all, it must be hard to maintain a perfectly envi-ronmentally-sensitive atmo-sphere when everyone who visits South America wants to see Iguazu Falls.

Because it had rained so torrentially in the days before our visit, the water coming over the falls was particularly voluminous.

Later that day, we flew to Rio de Janeiro via Sao Paolo, and our time in that

stunningly beautiful city will comprise the final install-ment of this South American tour.

Three different views of the world’s widest waterfall, Iguazu Falls, on the Argentine/Brazilian border

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Benji is a handsome 3-year-old domestic Bengal cat with a super

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PAWS of Sanibel found him on the causeway islands and, according to his microchip, he came from a Bengal cat breeder in Florida, but they were unable to track down the owner that adopted him.

Bengal cats are popular because of their leopard-like coats. A lot of Bengals love to talk. They meow, chirp and yowl. So you can even talk to them and they will happily respond to you. They really love to spend their time with their families. In fact, Bengals are very similar to dogs.

After his vet exam, they dis-covered he was born with very bad hip dysplasia that is causing him a great deal of pain and requires expensive surgery.

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School Smartby Shelley M. Greggs, NCSP

Dear Shelley,

My son is going to a high school next year that uses digital portfolios. Why is that important? Are they good for kids?

Samantha G., Fort MyersSamantha,Traditionally, students have been com-

pleting assignments in school that were seen only by the teacher, graded and returned to the student. Sometimes, the work was posted on a classroom wall or in a school hallway, especially in elemen-tary school. Many teachers kept portfolios of student work for report card confer-ences, and sometimes teachers instruct students how to build their own portfolios from their work. This is especially true in high schools.

With more and more schools trying to go paperless or using the “cloud,” student work has become more easily shareable, accessible and more easily organized, so teachers are beginning to utilize digital portfolios – or “e-portfolios” – with their students. These digital portfolios have caused a huge shift in how teachers assign, collect and assess student class-work and projects. Here are some of the benefits of using digital portfolios reported by teachers who use them regularly.

• Opportunities For Peer-To-Peer Learning

E-portfolios can foster a collaborative learning environment where some of the more tech-savvy students can guide and help others learn. These practices can build trust, offer problem-solving opportu-nities, and expand peer-to-peer learning on the educational lessons taught in the course.

• Increasing Research SkillsSorting through the heaps of informa-

tion on the Internet is becoming a neces-sary skill. Students need to learn how to find reliable sources and how to conduct research in an organized and discriminat-ing way.

• Appealing For All Levels Of Learners

One of the biggest challenges for today’s large classrooms and high stu-dent-to-teacher ratios is offering higher achieving students activities that won’t hold them back while the teachers focus on students who need additional support. Online portfolio projects are an excel-lent way to allow learners of all levels to deepen their knowledge on a subject or project while maintaining a common ground with their peers.

• Develop Organization Skills And Support For The Future

Instead of sorting through backpacks, lockers and desks with e-portfolios stu-dents are able to login to their online portfolios and find everything in an orga-nized manner. They learn how to use tags for common subject areas and other organizational tools that help students sort through all of the information they have collected so that they can see the “bigger picture” of their work. Then they also have the ability to share their class portfolios with professional and personal contacts beyond the classroom. This can be a real plus when applying to college.

Having a digital portfolio will be a pos-itive experience for your son and serve him well educationally.

Ms. Greggs is adjunct faculty at Edison State College where she teaches psychology and education courses. She is also Nationally Certified School Psychologist and consultant for School Consultation Services, a private educa-tional consulting company. Questions for publication may be addressed to [email protected]. Not all questions submitted can be addressed through this publication.

SWFLCF Awards 73 Scholarships

The Southwest Florida Community Foundation recently granted 73 scholarships to local high school students and undergraduate and graduate students from Lee, Charlotte, Glades, Hendry and Collier counties.

During the 2013 scholarship season, nearly 700 applications were received from high school and college students in the five-county area the foundation serves.

According to Anne Douglas, director of programs for the foundation, a total of $266,800 was awarded in competitive scholarships and another $177,000 awarded in designated and outside committee scholarships, for a grand total of $443,800.

Community Foundation scholarships were awarded to high school seniors who will continue their education at the university, community college or vocational/technical school level, as well as to undergraduate and graduate students continuing a post-secondary education.

“Thanks to the Southwest Florida Community Foundation, I am able to attend one of Florida’s top universities and focus on my education without having to worry about monetary needs,” said Layne Marshall, first-time scholarship recipient and recent grad-uate of Fort Myers High School. “The scholarship has encouraged me to believe in my future just as the donors of the Richard and Marion Thompson Memorial Scholarship have, and I hope to return my appreciation by utilizing my anticipated degree in our local community.”

Marshall will be attending the University of Florida this summer to study environ-mental science.

The Southwest Florida Community Foundation is celebrating its 36th year of sup-porting the communities of Lee, Charlotte, Collier, Glades and Hendry counties by connecting donors and their philanthropic aspirations with evolving community needs. With assets of more than $69 million, the Community Foundation has provided more than $55 million in grants and scholarships to the communities it serves. During its 2012 fiscal year, the SWFLCF granted more than $3 million to more than 100 differ-ent organizations supporting education, animal welfare, arts and human services.

For more information, visit the Community Foundation’s website at www.florid-acommunity.com or call 274-5900.

College Accepts Governor’s Challenge

Edison State College accepted the challenge presented by Florida Governor Rick Scott that colleges

offer bachelor degrees for $10,000. Starting in the fall of this year, Edison State College is offering degrees in Secondary Biology Education and Middle Grades Science Education with tuition under $10,000. In Edison’s transformational approach to teaching,

students will complete both ground and online innovative coursework.

“By offering these two degrees for under $10K, it not only assists the stu-dents who wish to keep their student debt low, but it also meets a critical shortage by responding to our community’s need for highly qualified educators in the areas of secondary and middle grades science,” said Dr. Erin Harrel, Dean, School of Education, Edison State College. “Edison State College wants to support the needs of our community, and we know that stu-dents here are receiving the best possible education and will help our future leaders

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Several times a year, I receive a telephone

call that goes something like this: “Hello, my friend gave me your name and I really need your help,” the caller says.

“What can I do for you?” I begin.

“My mother needs a Will… and a Durable Power of Attorney. And while I’m thinking of it, she should also have a Health Care Proxy.”

“So, it sounds like your mother needs a complete estate plan. Does she have any of those documents now?”

Sometimes the answer is “No.” Other times, the answer is “Well, her documents were done 20 years ago and they’re not really relevant anymore.”

So, my next question is, “When would she like to come in to visit with me?”

And here’s the answer that I never want to hear: “Well, that’s the problem…Mom’s in the Intensive Care Unit at Health Park. She suffered a massive heart attack and we don’t know how much lon-ger she’ll be with us.”

“Oh my! I’m sorry to hear that. Is she

competent to discuss her estate plan with an attorney? Is she on any medications that might alter her state of mind?”

There’s usually a long pause on the line before caller says, “Well, she does have lucid moments when she knows that we’re in the room with her.”

I feel sorry for people who get trapped in this type of a situation, but honestly it falls under the category of “too little, too late.” Procrastination is never a desir-able trait, especially when considering something as important as creating the legal documents necessary to take care of yourself in the event of a health problem or distributing your assets to your loved ones at your death.

While not one of us likes to consider the possibilities of our decline in health or even our own demise, these are realities of life that will happen to all of us. It’s not a matter of “if” these sorts of things will happen, but instead it is a matter of “when” they will happen.

The hospital ICU ward is not the ideal place to make these types of decisions. A major problem when working with a client who has recently been traumatized with a major health event is in determin-ing whether they are legally competent to sign anything.

In order to make a will, for example,

one must be able to understand the extent and scope of one’s assets, and how those assets are to be distributed under the terms of the will. It sounds like a low standard, but someone who is on morphine or other pain medications probably lacks capacity, at least until they recover somewhat. And for those who suffer strokes or other brain issues, they may never recover to the point of having capacity.

Undue influence is another concern. When a patient is surrounded by certain loved ones when making a will, there is the chance that others who were not present and who may not benefit (or benefit as much as someone else does) under the will can claim that the patient was unduly influenced and therefore the will should be overturned. The law may actually favor the challenger as it pre-sumes undue influence in these types of situations.

Another problem is that not all estate plans are equal. The client may need a will or they may need a trust. That depends on a variety of factors including the types and amounts of assets that they own. When you create a will or a trust, there are many sub-issues that should be carefully thought through, including who is going to serve as your personal repre-sentative, trustee, agent under a durable power of attorney and health care proxy. Distribution issues must be considered, beneficiary forms conformed to the estate plan, as well as life insurance, estate tax and income tax planning issues to name a few.

Sometimes one can successfully navi-gate these issues while in the hospital, or even under hospice care. It’s likely going to cost a lot more in professional fees since everything is on a rush basis and the attorney and his team are going to have to travel to the hospital to review documents and obtain signatures.

In short – dealing with this scenario is a nightmare for the patient and for his family.

Do yourself a favor – make sure that you don’t find yourself in this situation. If you or a loved one has procrastinated completing your estate plan, hopefully this little column will “scare you straight” into getting it started.

©2013 Craig R. Hersch. Learn more at www.sbshlaw.com.

Will Power

My Mom’s In ICU And I Think She Needs An Estate Plan

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ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Your cre-ative side is enhanced by indulging yourself in as much artistic inspiration (music, art, dance, etc.) as you can fit into your sched-ule. Take someone special with you.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Take a little restorative time out of your busy life. Go somewhere quiet this weekend. Or just close the door, turn on the answering machine and pretend you’re away.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Your advice might be much in demand by family and friends this week. But reserve time for yourself to investigate a project that could have some unexpected potential.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Work-related issues demand your attention in the early part of the week. Family matters domi-nate Thursday and Friday. But the weekend is yours to spend as you please.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) Try to keep your temper in check as you deal with someone who seems to enjoy showing dis-respect. Losing your Leonine cool might be just what the goader hopes to see.

VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) A heated confrontation needs some cool-off time before it boils over. Better to step away than to try to win an argument where emo-tions overrule the facts.

LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Someone very special in your life finally sends that reassuring message you’ve been hoping for. You can now devote more time to the tasks you had put aside.

SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Job pressures begin to ease by the week’s end, leaving you time to relax and restore your energy levels before you face

next week’s emerging challenges.SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to

December 21) Your spiritual strength helps calm a friend who might be facing an unset-tling change in his or her life. An offer to help comes from a surprising source.

CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) By midweek you could learn some sur-prising facts about an associate that might cause you to reconsider a long-held view about someone in your past.

AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) One of those rare-for-you darker moods sets in in the early part of the week. But by Thursday, the clouds lift and you’re back doing nice things for people in need.

PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Use that sharp Piscean perceptiveness to reel in more information about a promising offer so that you have the facts to back up whatever decision you make.

BORN THIS WEEK: Although you prefer the status quo, you easily can adapt to change when it’s called for.

• On June 21, 1916, the controversial U.S. military expedition against Mexican revolutionary Pancho Villa brings the United States and Mexico closer to war when Mexican government troops attack U.S. Gen. John J. Pershing’s force at Carrizal, Mexico. The Americans suffered 22 casual-ties, and more than 30 Mexicans were killed.

• On June 22, 1937, Joe Louis wins the world heavyweight boxing title when he defeats American Jim Braddock in an eighth-round knockout. Louis was the first black heavyweight champ since Jack Johnson, who lost the title in 1915.

• On June 20, 1947, Benjamin “Bugsy” Siegel, the man who brought organized

crime to the West Coast, is shot and killed. In 1945, Siegel had built the Flamingo Hotel in the middle of the desert, in what would become Las Vegas, with $6 million of the mob’s money. When the hotel wasn’t immediately profitable, he couldn’t pay the money back on time.

• On June 17, 1958, a bridge being built to connect eastern and northern Vancouver in western Canada collapses, killing 59 workers. The Second Narrows Bridge was 175 feet above the water at its highest point.

• On June 18, 1983, from Cape Canaveral, Florida, the space shuttle Challenger is launched into space on its second mission. Aboard the shuttle was Dr. Sally Ride, who as a mission specialist became the first American woman to travel into space.

• On June 19, 1972, the U.S. Supreme Court rules against Curt Flood in Flood v. Kuhn, denying Flood free agency as a base-ball player. Flood was trying to break the reserve clause that had tied baseball players to one franchise since the establishment of professional baseball. Today, free agency is as much a part of baseball as Cracker Jack and hot dogs.

• On June 23, 1992, Mafia boss John Gotti, nicknamed the “Teflon Don,” is sentenced to life in prison. Moments after sentencing, hundreds of Gotti’s supporters stormed federal courthouse in Brooklyn and overturned and smashed cars before being forced back by police reinforcements.

• It was architect Frank Lloyd Wright who made the following sage observation: “A doctor can bury his mistakes, but an architect can only advise his clients to plant vines.”

• If you take the free toiletries when you stay in a hotel, you’re not alone; fully 92 percent of travelers do so.

• In a traditional wedding in Fiji, the groom is expected to present the bride’s father with a tooth from a whale, and the bride gets tattooed before the ceremony.

• You might be surprised to learn that lightning isn’t confined to thunderstorms; the phenomenon can also occur in hur-ricanes, forest fires, volcanic eruptions and even serious snowstorms.

• What’s in a name? A great deal, it turns out, if you’re talking about housing prices. Those who study such things say that a house on a “boulevard” is valued at over one-third more than the same house that has “street” in its address.

• Before the 1976 film “Star Wars” was released, the studio, Twentieth Century Fox, conducted some marketing research on the movie. The results? It was concluded that robots would turn off most viewers, and that under no circumstances should the word “war” be used in the title. Obviously, film-maker George Lucas ignored the advice.

• Idi Amin may be best remembered as Uganda’s corrupt and violent dictator during most of the 1970s, but from 1951 to 1960, he was that country’s heavyweight boxing champion.

• The literal translation of “karate” from the Japanese is “empty hand.”

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THIS WEEK IN HISTORY

STRANGE BUT TRUE

THOUGHT FOR THE DAY


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Beautifully landscaped, 3br/4ba

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chef ’s kitchen, multiple porches,

& direct gulf access. $895,000Carolyn Tongyai 691-2551

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Gorgeous river & marina views.

Huge wrap around lanai. Boating

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by Anne Mitchell

The islands’ easy living season is now

in full swing, with plenty of dining options featured at local restaurants and eateries. It’s a time for special deals and a chance for us locals to drop into our favor-

ite places for impromptu meals with friends and family.

It’s also a time when restaurant man-agers are able to refurbish their dining rooms, add seasonal produce to their menus and offer summer specials.

With that in mind, I plan to feature our local dining establishments in the weeks and months ahead, so you can check in right here to find out what’s happening, where the specials are, get the latest on local entertainment and generally hear the scoop about the Sanibel/Captiva dining scene, whether it’s fine or casual, take-out or frozen desserts.

One major item of interest is that Sundial Beach Resort & Spa, notably its restaurants and public areas, are beau-tifully refurbished and redesigned – and is now open to the public.

The lobby, bar and dining areas at Sundial are a sight to see with their smart and sleek décor that takes island style to a new level.

Diners can choose from Waterview with its panoramic view of the gulf, or the mare casual Turtles Café & Patio and Sea Breeze Café. I have experi-enced happy hour on the spacious patio overlooking the beach and have promised myself more of the same. And if you want to eat poolside, there’s Turtles Tiki Bar, with live music by island trou-badour Danny Morgan from 1 to 4 p.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Happy hour is twice daily, from 3 to 5 p.m. at Turtles and 5 to 7 p.m. in the Sea Breeze Café.

Sundial holds BBQ Blowouts all sea-son long from 1 to 4 p.m. with live. Every Saturday there’s a buffet with offer-ings including grilled hamburgers, hot dogs, chicken, mahi-mahi and pulled pork along with fresh salads, corn on the cob and baked beans, plus a selection of fresh fruits. Price is $19 for adults and $12 for children five years and older.

Sundial Resort is at 1451 Middle Gulf Drive, Sanibel, phone 472-4151

Speaking of makeovers, Thistle Lodge’s flagstone veranda also has a new look complete with comfy seating and a cozy style.

Resort manager Frolian “JR” Ramirez, Jr. said, “We asked Lubner Group to revitalize the space with an updated and relaxing look that would be appealing for social gatherings. They did such a great job that the outside deck has now become a popular gathering spot for resort guests, with many taking photos of the area.”

Thistle Lodge is at Casa Ybel Resort, 2255 West Gulf Drive, Sanibel, phone 472-9200 or 472-3145.

Sanibel Island’s Il Cielo has received a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence Award. The accolade, which honors hos-pitality excellence, is given to establish-ments that consistently achieve outstand-ing traveler reviews on the TripAdvisor website, and is extended to qualifying businesses worldwide. Only the top-per-forming 10 percent of businesses listed on TripAdvisor receive this prestigious award.

To qualify, businesses must maintain an overall rating of four or higher, out of a possible five, as reviewed by travelers on TripAdvisor, and must have been listed on TripAdvisor for at least 12 months. Additional criteria include the volume of reviews received within the last 12 months.

Said Alison Copus, vice president of marketing for TripAdvisor for Business, “The Certificate of Excellence award provides top performing establishments around the world the recognition they deserve, based on feedback from those who matter most – their customers.”

Il Cielo is located at 1244 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, phone 472-5555.

Meanwhile, folks are rocking and roll-ing – and a lot more – at Enchanted Ballroom on Sanibel.

Owners Susan Scott and David Flory, who opened the studio three months ago, said they have watched brides and grooms learn their first dance, singles shed those extra pounds and couples – through much laughter – decide who leads and who follows.

Scott says the most frequently asked question is, “Do I need a partner?” That’s not necessary.

In the past month they have held a West Coast and a Rumba workshop, which involved focusing on one dance style for two hours. They performed at the Dance Festival at BIG ARTS and held Friday Night Dance Parties at the dance studio, along with a Night Out on the Town.

Last weekend, Scott and Flory com-peted in a national competition in Naples, returning with the Top Competitor Award.

This month, weekly group classes are in full swing and there will be a Friday Night Dance Party on June 21 at 8 p.m.

Enchanted Ballroom is at 2496 Palm Ridge Road, Sanibel, phone 579-0468.

LIVE ON THE ISLANDSThe Jacaranda has entertainment

nightly. On Friday and Saturday, vari-ous artists are featured starting at 8:30 p.m. This Friday and Saturday, it’s The Riverside Band, classic rock and dance music. Weekdays, music is from from 7 to 11 p.m. On Monday, it’s Renata, play-ing jazz, contemporary music and dance; Tuesday, David Christian, funk, pop and top 40s; Wednesday, Tevor with contem-porary top 40s and reggae; Thursday, Malibu Duo, contemporary, reggae and dance; Sunday, Jamaica “Dave” & Co., reggae and dance. The Jacaranda is at 1223 Periwinkle Way, phone 472-1771.

George & Wendy’s Seafood Grille has live music tonight, Friday, by Marty Stokes & The Captiva Blues Band; Saturday, Billy Metts, folk guitar and vocals. Sunday is Hospitality Night with happy hour pricing from 8 p.m. to close. Karaoke is Thursdays from 9 p.m. to midnight. George & Wendy’s is at 2499 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, phone 395-1263.

This week’s lineup at Traditions on the Beach at the Island Inn includes: Friday Night Dance Party with Joe McCormick and singer Barbara Smith; Saturday, smooth music and dancing with Joe McCormick and Marvilla Marzan with the sounds of Broadway, Latin hits and all styles of popular dance music; Wednesday and Thursday, Pianoman Joe McCormick with popular favorites and smooth vocal stylings, R&B, jazz and pop, for dancing. Live entertainment starts at 7 p.m. Traditions is at 3111 West Gulf Drive, Sanibel, phone 472 4559.

Scott McDonald plays piano every Friday and Saturday at Il Cielo’s Cloud 9 Grill from 7 to 9 p.m. McDonald, a Sanibel resident, has had a long music career including being pianist for singer Andy Williams. Il Cielo is at Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, phone 472-5555.

The Crow’s Nest at ‘Tween

Waters Inn has live entertainment on Fridays and Saturdays from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Crab races take place Mondays and Thursdays. The Crow’s Nest is at 15951 Captiva Drive, phone 472-5161. Il Cielo is located at 1244 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, and their phone is 472-5555.

Traders Store & Cafe features music by Chris Workman on Sundays and Wednesdays from 7 to 10 p.m. and Danny Morgan and Friends on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7 to 10 p.m. Traders is at 1551 Periwinkle Way, phone 472-7242.

The Mucky Duck on Andy Rosse Lane, Captiva, features music by Mark Dupuy on Mondays; Rich Lancaster, Wednesdays; Gene Federico, Thursdays and Saturdays; and Buckeye Ken, Fridays.

Sea Breeze Café at Sundial Beach Resort & Spa features the Danny Morgan Band Fridays from 6 to 9 p.m. There’s also live entertainment poolside at Turtles from 1 to 4 p.m. Friday through Sunday. Sundial Resort is at 1451 Middle Gulf Drive, Sanibel, phone 472-4151.

The Island Cow on Periwinkle Way has live entertainment on Friday with Dan Confrey; Saturday, Diana Lynn; and Sunday, Buckeye Ken. Phone 472-0606.

RC Otter’s, 11506 Andy Rosse Lane, Captiva, has live music daily with dining inside and out, phone 395-1142.

Keylime Bistro features live music days and nights seven days a week with Ken Limeri playing jazz sax from 6 to 10 p.m. every Tuesday. The bistro is at 11509 Andy Rosse Lane, Captiva, phone 395-4000.

Restaurant owners/managers, please e-mail or fax your entertainment sched-ule to Anne Mitchell at [email protected] or 395-2299.

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The newly refurbished porch at Thistle Lodge, located at Casa Ybel Resort

Susan Scott and David Flory, owners, teach dancing in their studio Enchanted Ballroom on Sanibel

Danny Morgan Band playing at Waterview restaurant at Sundial Beach & Tennis Resort, which is undergoing a major renovation. The restaurants are up and running and open to the public

Around The Islands With Anne

Sundial’s Three Restaurants Are Open To The Public With Gulf Views And Fresh Decor

21BISLAND SUN - JUNE 14, 2013Superior Interiors

Get Into Decorating

by Jeanie Tinch

Set a mood! Accent space! Create your

own style! By using a few tried and true decorating tech-niques, and spend-ing a little time doing some pre-planning, you can definitely express

your own unique tastes and help shape the interior of your home.

Professional decorators’ techniques for using texture, shape and pattern are often well kept secrets. But the fact is that these techniques are not that difficult. You can use elements of texture, shape and pattern to create winning combinations for your home. The key to your success is careful planning.

Texture, for example, can be used for contrast. Can you visualize the texture combinations of bricks and silks? Texture can be found in drapery and upholstery fabrics, wall coverings, area rugs, tapestry wall hangings, metal sculpture and iron work accents, just to name a few. It’s the artful combination of mixing unique textures together in a room that give that room its distinct personality.

Utilizing pattern in your room’s overall design scheme can be just a bit trickier. A large pattern will make walls in a smaller room seem even smaller. Fabric patterns can add a strong accent in any room. Rich floral patterns in lively colors will add pizzazz and surprise when used in uphol-stered furniture pieces.

Shape, too, will change a room. A round or oval area rug could add just the right touch to a living room seating arrangement. Window treatments can also be designed to add interesting shapes to your windows and, ultimately, your entire room.

Careful planning lets you use the ele-ments of shape, pattern and texture to their maximum effect. And when teamed with color, you’ve created a distinctive look for your home. It’s fun. It’s easy. And I guarantee you’ll be thrilled with your new look!

Jeanie Tinch is an interior designer on Sanibel/Captiva Islands. She can be reached at [email protected].

Got A Problem? Dr. Connie Is In

by Constance Clancy

Q: I have recent-ly been hurt by a relationship break up. I now feel anger. Is this normal?

A: Anger is a very primitive emo-tion. We tend to internalize anger, one issue on top of

another, until we cannot internalize any-more. Then we explode like a volcano, very often in response to some little irrita-tion that triggers an explosive release way beyond what the actual issue would merit.

Anger can be expressed in a variety of ways: hostility, frustration, passive-aggressive behavior, intimidation, intoler-ance, indignation, rage, bias and preju-dice. Severe angry outbursts can even lead to heart disease and stroke. Anger results from expectations that were not met to our satisfaction. Think about it, we all have expectations. We put demands on ourselves and others. When those expectations are unmet, we are angry, angry at ourselves and others. What could have been done differently? How could I have been so stupid? How could he be so thoughtless? If you are experienc-ing anger, this feeling may be a result of unmet expectations that you have. You

can help yourself by monitoring all of your expectations and trying to determine what internal need of yours is being projected onto another. Are you a caregiver or pleaser? If you are, and you know who you are, then you are a master at giving away pieces of yourself for a payoff you anticipate. This is all about operating from the ego, and the feeling of gratification is often very short. Pay attention to your expectations and how you can better manage them. Below, I have included author Neil Clark Warren’s valuable work on anger styles.

Note the styles and recognize any that seem familiar to you or someone you know.

1. The somatizer: This person is best described as someone who does not express anger. Instead, it gets suppressed and manifests in emotional and physical symptoms. In time, the body takes its toll and these unexpressed emotions carry a heavy price. Just some of the physical ailments related to suppressed emotions are TMJD, ulcers, migraine headaches, hypertension, liver problems and rheu-matoid arthritis. Women tend to have this condition more than men.

2. The self-punisher: This is the person who feels guilty about feeling angry and tends to punish the self with obsessive-compulsive behaviors. This may manifest in the form of excessive eating, drinking, shopping, gambling, exercise and sex.

3. The exploder: The exploder utilizes anger mainly through intimidation. This

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Help For All Things Female

by Suzy Cohen, RPh

Dear Pharmacist:

Please help me and my daughter. I have hot flashes; what is the best herbal supple-ment to help with that? Are there any home remedies for UTIs (urinary

tract infections)? And finally, what can my daughter do for bloating during her monthly cycle? I’ve heard that drink-ing more water (not less) helps, but that seems opposite of common sense.

HT, Denver, ColoradoOne terrific supplement for hot flashes

is sage. You can drink it as a tea, use the spice or for a stronger effect, take it as a dietary supplement like a liquid herbal extracts (which I prefer over capsules because you can adjust dosage). Sage has long been valued as an agent for fevers. The German Commission E approves of sage for mild stomach upset and exces-sive sweating. It could help people with night sweats related to tuberculosis or babesia infections. As for hot flashes, there was a study published in 2011 in Advances in Therapy found that sage helped reduce hot flashes by about 50

percent within four weeks, and 64 per-cent within eight weeks! Sage is well tolerated. I think it could safely be used with any medication, or substituted if your doctor approves.

Moving on to this urinary tract situa-tion. The burning sensation, frequency, urgency and pain often come out of nowhere. Chronic sufferers usually have an overgrowth of fungus, such as Candida. Probiotics, probiotics, probiot-ics! Chronic UTIs are often a sign of undi-agnosed diabetes. Test properly for diabe-tes, including serum insulin and a thyroid profile (see my Diabetes Without Drugs book for complete testing information). Now, “Phenazopyradine” a red dye (med-ication) is sold over-the-counter and can temporarily relieve bladder pain. Baking soda is a popular, inexpensive home rem-edy for UTIs, heartburn and gout. It’s not a substitute for medical advice. The recipe is one teaspoon baking soda in one cup of cold water, just mix and drink. Baking soda is very alkaline, so it neutralizes your acidic urine which is what causes the pain/burning during a UTI. My column is educational, it’s not medical advice Ask your doctor what’s safe for you, and be aware, baking soda is contraindicated for people with high blood pressure, nor is it recommended long-term.

About your daughter’s bloating... like many women, this annoying symptom provides the perfect excuse to wear sweat pants for five days straight. I would drink more water (not less), but I’d avoid car-bonated water and soda pop. If you really want to beat the bloat, limit gassy foods

like beans and cabbage during that week. Reduce salty foods. If you crave them, that’s a sign of low adrenals. Don’t eat any foods that are “sugar-free.” Number one, I never recommend artificial sweet-eners and number two, these sugar-free foods (even sugarless gum) might contain sorbitol and maltitol, and those are sugar alcohols. They’re poorly digested by most people, so they increase your symptoms of digestive upset, diarrhea and bloating.

This information is not intended to treat, cure or diagnose your condi-tion. Suzy Cohen is the author of The 24-Hour Pharmacist and is a registered pharmacist. To contact her, visit www.dearpharmacist.com.

From page 21B

Dr. Conniemismanaged anger tends to manifest in road rage, acts of violence, explosive behaviors, hostility, foul language and abuse. This behavior is more common in men, although it is exhibited in women as well.

4. The Underhander: This type of person will seek revenge in a perceived socially acceptable behavior, especially in a work setting. Passive-aggressive behav-ior and acts of sarcasm (anger) are forms of underhanded behavior.

People who use these forms of anger don’t consciously realize that they are really giving their power away since the anger controls them. If you see yourself as exhibiting one of the above misman-

aged anger styles, then the following exercise may help you learn to recognize and manage your anger in a way that will work in your favor rather than against it.

Managing Your Anger In A Healthy Way

1. Can you select your mismanaged anger style from the list above? If so, what is it?

2. Pay attention to your anger and ways you monitor it. At the end of the day, write down the events that caused you to become angry. Estimate the num-ber of times you felt angry.

3. Learn ways to de-escalate your anger, (e.g., breathe and count to 10, exercise, walk away from the situation that is contributing to your anger, talk about it, write about it). Write down how you de-escalated.

4. Identify something you are angry about. List several things you can do to lessen the anger and write down how you can rise above it.

5. Define a situation that angered you and write down the expectation that was not met.

Now shift that expectation so it becomes more realistic and acceptable.

6. Forgiveness is a way to let go of anger and heal yourself. Write down the top three persons who you think have angered you and begin to take steps to forgive so you can move on and let it go.

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Safeguarding Your Breasts

by Karen L. Semmelman, Certified EEM, JD, AAML

Last week, you learned how to move

toxins from specific Neurolymphatic reflex points that impact your breasts. The liver

and stomach points are directly under the underwire of bras, so good rubbing releases the toxins that are trapped. Rubbing along the sides of the body releases toxins from the spleen and large intestine points and circling under the breast points below the nipples moves clogged energy from the circula-tion-sex points.

By now, you should feel less sore and know that you are helping to prevent disease and potential cancer from taking hold in the cells impacting your breasts. Each of these reflex points is directly associated with a meridian-defined ener-getic pathways. By accessing these merid-ians, we are able to enhance our systems to flow freely and more smoothly. Each of the 14 meridians may be accessed at any time for a variety of reasons.

One of the techniques discussed today flushes the stomach meridian, since this

meridian’s pathway flows directly through the middle of each breast. Likewise, flush-ing the circulation-sex meridian, which begins on the outside edge of the breast near the armpit directly adjacent to the nipple, results in removing stale energy from the entire meridian and replacing it with vibrant new energy.

What does flushing a meridian mean? It means tracing the entire meridian backwards one time and then tracing it forward three times. More information about meridians will be provided over the next several months. However, for now, suffice it to say that this tool acts like de-clogging a drain in your sink... only we are de-clogging your energetic pathways. Our hands carry electromagnetic and subtle energies, enabling you to influence the meridian’s circuitry.

To flush either the stomach meridian, diagram below, proceed as follows using both hands on both sides of the body at the same time (it is best to place palms against the body in a wide path to enable more coverage of the flows):

Step 1. The description of tracing each meridian as set forth is tracing it forward in its natural pathway. Flushing means starting at the end of the meridian and tracing it backwards.

Step 2. Stomach Meridian Tracing Description. Place both hands underneath your eyes and draw your hands down to your jawbone. Circle up the outside edge of your face to the forehead to directly above the center of the eyes. Pull the hands down over the front of the eyes to the collarbone. Move the hands laterally along the collarbone until you reach the

outside edge of the breasts. Pull hands down over breasts toward inside of waist. At waist, move hands toward hips and then move hands straight down the front of the legs and off the sec-ond toe.

Step 3. Stomach Flushing Technique. At each big toe, begin by tracing the meridian backwards one time. Now trace the meridian forward three times (see Step 2 above)

Once you learn to trace this meridian, it will take less than one minute to complete – really! Flush the stomach periodically but daily if there are breast issues. Learn to flush circulation-sex meridian next week and how to “chakra clear” your breasts.

Have fun with your energy. Next week’s topic is Safeguarding Your Breasts – Chakra Clearing.

If you have a questions for Karen, email her at [email protected]. Learn more at www.sem-melmanenergy.com. EEM does not diagnose or cure illness, but working with subtle energies of the body has been shown to help many conditions.

Tracing the Stomach Meridian, from Energy Medicine book, page 124

Dr. Dave

Bubonic Plagueby Dr. Dave Hepburn

Every year, the cockles and cackles of my

heart are warmed by that sensitive and touching film classic, National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation. My snif-fling and sobbing

are replaced by shock, however, when the movie is marred by a savage demon-stration of gratuitous violence.

From deep within the welcoming branches of a Christmas tree, an evil menace lurks. As an unsuspecting Chevy Chase separates the tree boughs, a feisty squirrel leaps from its hideout and bounds about the house as the terrified Griswolds and guests all but destroy the holiday home in an attempt to avoid this reckless rogue of a rodent. Mothers faint, men scream, the fear is palpable. Finally, Snots the dog chases the poor squirrel through the front door and straight into a Seinfeld episode. How can these wee bushy-tailed guys cause this perfectly dysfunctional family to go so squirrelly? Perhaps Clark and crew knew only too well that squirrels carry more than their nuts in their cheeks, they just happen to be the leading cause of bubonic plague in North America!

Each year 15 to 20 cases of bubonic

plague are reported in the west, stretch-ing from BC and Alberta to New Mexico. Fleas, infected with the bacteria Yersinia pestis, ride around on rodents, primarily squirrels. When a flea-bearing squirrel or rat dies of the disease, the flea flees the furry fella and finds refuge in the next closest thing to rats, namely men. Fleas jump a sinking rat like rats jump a sinking ship. They land on any human, who hap-pens to handle the dead carcass of the squirrel, prairie dog, rabbit or mouse.

“OK, class, after our field trip to the forest, it appears that Susie caught a cold, Billy scraped his knee and Ralph has a slight case of Black Death. How many times must you be told not to play hacky sack with deceased rodents?!”

A few days after exposure, the patient develops the infamous “flu-like symp-toms,” followed by painful, swollen lymph nodes known as buboes, or to be more medically precise, booboos. The bacteria set up shop in the blood system and the patient becomes septic. Several antibiot-ics can successfully combat Yersinia. The plague can also be directly transmitted via respiratory droplets courtesy of a cough-ing cat or human. This very nasty form of plague is known as pneumonic plague.

The Black Death scourge wiped out a third of Europe (25 million people between 1337 and 1342) so quickly, that victims “ate lunch with their friends and dinner with their ancestors.” Prior to Europe, the plague romped through Asia, killing 30 million people. In total, the bubonic plague is responsible for the demise of 137 million humans. The last significant outbreak of plague was in 1994 in India, when disaster relief work-

ers brought so much food that soon the rat pack and fleas invaded town, killing 300 people.

Saddam and his happy harem of hel-lions know about the plague. Along with botulism, anthrax, ricin and smallpox, bubonic plague was one of the biological consequences of a Big Iraq Attack we prepared to contend with. But it would not be the first time that this organism has been used in biological warfare.

In 1346, while busy besieging a Genoese city, the Mongol attackers were plagued with the plague. Having to rid their camp of the disease-riddled bodies, they catapulted their dead comrades over the walls and into the city prompting the Genoese to flee this flying flea market as the Old Spice Girls broke into the first known rendition of It’s Raining Men, Hallelujah.

The Japanese dropped plague-infested fleas out of planes over Manchuria in the 1930s, prompting the Manchurians to sing It’s Raining Fleas, Hallelujah. But too many of the aircrew actually contract-ed the plague so the Japanese actually packed the fleas into a shell and dropped the F (flea) bomb, an act that created mass casualties and wide spread terror.

Hopefully, most terrorists would real-ize that bubonic plague can nowadays be treated with simple antibiotics. But just to be safe, not neurotic, I’m going to stash away some Tetracycline in my emergency medical kit… right under my catapult.

Listen live or call in to Dr Dave on his fun yet informative radio show, Wisequacks, heard each Sunday at 5 p.m. at www.cknw.com. Contact Dr. Dave or read more at www.wisequacks.org.

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Governor Rick Scott stated, “Higher education is key to helping our students succeed in the 21st century economy and to grow jobs in Florida. It is important our students can get an affordable education, and our state colleges have stepped up to the challenge to find innovative ways to provide a quality education at a great value. Our goal should be that students do not have to go into debt in order to obtain a degree – and today’s announce-ment of nearly all of our state colleges meeting this challenge puts us closer to achieving that goal for our students and families.”

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Lizzie and Pryce answer your ques-tions and give advice about aging concerns from a two-generational

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Dear Mom & Me,The Motor Vehicle Department told

my husband that they would not renew his driver’s license until he produced a satisfactory medical evaluation from his doctor.

My husband is a vibrant 91-year-old and I am 14 years his junior. He does not need to drive as I can take him any place he wants to go.

His doctor has told him he has blocked arteries and will need a coronary by-pass operation. This has not fazed him and he is eager to have an appointment with the surgeon and make a date for surgery.

I am very much against him having

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MildredDear Mildred,Having by-pass surgery is not like hav-

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Your husband has been most fortu-nate and apparently enjoyed remarkable health.

I think he should be very cautious about having the surgery and who knows, the surgeon may feel that he is not a good operative risk and wouldn’t even consider doing it.

The time has come for him to turn over the keys to you and you can be his designated driver.

LizzieDear Mildred,Please tell me why “blocked arteries”

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I am sure there are hundreds of indi-viduals 20 years your husband’s junior who have the same health condition. Should they surrender their license also? If not, you’re making a decision about your husband’s license based on age, not driv-ing ability. Surrendering a driver’s license should be based on one’s ability to drive, not a preconceived idea about what age.

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fees paid by owner. Avail Oct 2013. Call 917-680-4440.

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ANNUAL RENTALSSANIBEL

DIRECTLY ACROSS FROM BEACH This custom UF piling home offers 2 fl oors of living. Custom wood fl oors thru out, & custom wood staircase, All “High End” appliances, separate bar, full custom

master suite on top fl oor, and home has large 3 car garage. A rare offering @

$3,500/mo.BAY FRONT RESIDENCE

This spectacular Bay Front homeoffers Panoramic Views of the Bay,

4 bedrooms + maid’s quarters, largegarage, pool on Bay and UF.

$4,200/mo.

472-6747Gulf Beach Properties, Inc.

Paul H. Zimmerman, Broker/Ownersanibelannualrentals.com

Serving The Islands Rental Needs Since 1975☼RS 6/14 BM TFN

MOBILE HOMEPERIWINKLE PARK

$115,000. 60 x 12 wl metal roof-over plus 20 x 12 Florida room. Master BR has queen

size bed & blt-in dresser & dbl closet. Master bath has combo bath/ shower & dbl sink vanity w/extra storage. Guest BR has dbl closet + blt-in drawers & private bath w/ shower. Eat-in-kit is open to LR which

fl ows into Florida room. Designed pass-thru from K to FL room. Private 12 x 12 deck, picnic table and storage shed. One car

carport with adjacent 2nd parking space. Ceramic tile fl ooring in kitchen. Florida room & bathrooms. Carpeting in both

bedrooms & LR. Home recently inspected & has all required tie- downs. New central air & heat system & stacked washer/dryer, all appliances louvered blinds throughout. Purchase completely furnished including

all linens, dishes, pots & pans, tableware,2 sleeper couches, recliner, 2 dining tables & chairs, 4 outdoor chairs & folding beach chairs, etc. Call owner 317-293-0915 or email [email protected] for further

information or to make offer. ☼RS 6/14 CC 6/14

LIGHTHOUSE REALTYPaul J. Morris, BrokerVACATION RENTALS

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT & SALES359 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island

239-579-0511☼RS 1/4 CC TFN

VACATION RENTAL

HELP WANTED

CUSTOMER SERVICE/OUTSIDE SALES

We need you to pamper our customers and spread the word about our services. Union Mechanical Inc. 239-437-5595 Knowledge

of construction/contracting a plus.☼RS 2/8 CC TFN

SERVERS ASSISTANT SERVERS

LINE COOKIL Tesoro Ristorante,

751 tarpon Bay Rd. SanibelNow hiring; Servers, Assistant Servers

and Line cook Email resumes to:[email protected] or fi ll out

applications between 11-2 daily.☼NS 1/18 NC TFN

HOME/CONDO WATCHCONCIERGE SERVICES

Dorado Property ManagementFull Range of Services ❋ Island Resident

❋ Licensed & Insured ❋ 24/7Call Lisa or Bruce at 239-472-8875

☼RS 1/4 BM TFN

BEACHSIDE ANIMALCLINIC SANIBEL

Full Service, Competitive Fees239-579-0804

☼NS 6/7 CC TFN

ROGER NODRUFF ELECTRICLic# EC12002788.

Call Roger 239-707-7203. Aqualink - Motor Controls.

Offi ce & Store Maint.☼RS 6/7 CC TFN

GIRL FRIDAY - HOUSEKEEPERReliable, hard working 59 y/o woman

wishing to work for someone in need of a housekeeper... and or plus much more...

shopping, cooking, driving, all-around help! Call Annie - 239-246-0925.

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CASH PAID FORMILITARY ITEMS

Cash Paid For Old Military Items. Medals, Swords, Uniforms,

helmets, old guns, awards & more. Local Toll Free 1-866-440-3280

☼RS 6/7 CC 8/30

PETS

FREE KITTENTO GOOD HOME

Free kitten to good, safe home. No de-clawing. Fiesty Bengal mix.

Call 472-1788 after 5 p.m.☼NS 5/31 NC TFN

HELP WANTED

3883 Sanibel Captiva Road, Sanibel, FlPhone: 239-472-3644, ext 1

Fax: 239-472-2334www.crowclinic.org

HELP US PLEASE!!We need volunteers for:

Clinic emergency patient admissions desk and baby animal feeders

Visitor education center greeters and gift shop cashiers

CROW - (239) 472-3644, ext. 231 or [email protected]

☼RS 1/4 NC TFN

LOST AND FOUND

LOSTLost Ladies Watch

Make: BrightonArea of Mucky Duck on Captiva Island

Lost on Dec. 10, 2012 around noonIf found call: 941-639-5395

☼RS 1/4 NC TFN

FOUNDPrescription sunglasses found in parking

lot of Limetree Center on Wednesday, February 27. Claim at Island Sun

newspaper, suite 2 in Limetree Center, or call 395-1213.

☼NS 3/8 NC TFN

TOOL BOX WASHES UP ON SANIBEL

This tool box with motor partswashed up on shore Saturday morning,

May 8 about 8:30 on the beach at Sundial Resort on Sanibel Island. To claim call Sundial Resort Security

239-472-4151.☼NS 6/14 CC TFN

FOR SALE

ANTIQUE BUTCHER BLOCK24” x 32”.

Has holder for knives. $250 or best offer.

239-980-4236☼NS 6/14 CC TFN

HELP WANTED

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITYThe Sunshine Ambassador Program

is a new and exciting volunteer opportunity offered at the Golisano Children’s Hospital

of Southwest Florida located within HealthPark Medical Center. The Sunshine Ambassadors will greet, assist and be a positive fi rst point of contact for patients, families and visitors entering the hospital. The Ambassadors also make a difference

to families by providing educational and healthful resources to assist in

GRANDparenting for GRANDchildren. We are currently seeking

year-round volunteers to workone 4-hour shift Monday through Friday

from 8:00 am to 12:00 pmor 12:00pm to 4:00 pm.

If you would be interested in learning more about this wonderful new opportunity,

please contact Lisa Ellinwood, Volunteer Resources Coordinator at 239-343-5062

at the Golisano Children’s Hospital.☼NS 2/8 CC TFN

HELP WANTEDVolunteers needed for Independence Day parade on Sanibel. Help needed prior to and during the parade. Various duties. If

you can help out, call Trish Phillips at 246-2981 or email [email protected].

☼NS 2/22 NC TFN

VOLUNTEERS NEEDEDAt The Sanibel SchoolCall Michelle Wesley

239-910-8000☼RS 1/4 NC TFN

HELP WANTEDPerson to work in marina.

Must have boat handling experience. Please call 239-472-5800.

☼NS 5/31 NC TFN

HOUSEKEEPERON BEAUTIFUL CAPTIVA

Travel time and tolls paid. Call 239-472-5800.

☼NS 5/31 NC TFN

VOLUNTEERS NEEDEDVolunteers needed for the

After School Program which runsMon.-Th, 2:30 – 3:15 pm

call Linda Reynolds 472-1617☼RS 1/4 NC TFN

GARAGE • MOVING • YARDS A L E S

CAUTION

ESTATE SALESaturday, June 22, 8 to 2, 580 Boulder

Drive, Sanibel. Teacup collection, grandmother clock. and many other fi ne items, artist supplies, paper, easel, and

many nice decorating pieces.See next weeks paper for more info.

☼NS 6/14 CC 6/14

MOVING SALESat. June 15, 9 am till 1 pm

1405 Jamaica Dr. near mile marker 4. Furniture, tools, many house hold items.

Bedroom set, living room set, dinning room sets. Dishes, etc.

☼NS 6/14 CC 6/14

NEWSPAPERSanibel & Captiva Islands

CALLING CARD 239-395-1213Emergency. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 911Sanibel Police . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 472-3111Lee County Sheriff’s Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 477-1200 On Call Captiva Deputy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 477-1000Fire DepartmentSanibel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 472-5525Captiva . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 472-9494Florida Marine Patrol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 332-6966Florida Highway Patrol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278-7100Poison Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-800-282-3171

Chamber of Commerce . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 472-1080City of Sanibel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 472-4135 Administrative Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 472-3700 Building Department . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 472-4555 Community Housing and Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 472-1189 Planning Department . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 472-4136Library Sanibel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 472-2483 Captiva . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 472-2133Post Office Sanibel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 472-1573 Sanibel (toll free) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800-275-8777 Captiva . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 472-1674Sanibel Community Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 472-2155Senior Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 472-5743ARTSArcade Theater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 332-4488Art League Of Fort Myers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275-3970BIG ARTS (Barrier Island Group for the Arts) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 395-0900Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278-4422Fort Myers Symphonic Mastersingers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 472-0168 Gulf Coast Symphony . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 472-6197Lee County Alliance for the Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 939-2787Naples Philharmonic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 597-1111The Herb Strauss Schoolhouse Theater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 472-6862Sanibel Music Festival . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .336-7999Sanibel-Captiva Art League . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 472-4258S.W. Florida Symphony . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 418-0996CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONSABWA (American Business Women’s Assoc.) . . . . . 565-7872 or 433-7798 American Legion Post 123 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 472-9979Angel Flight SE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-877-4AN-ANGELAudubon Society . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 472-3744Sanibel Bike Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . sanibelbicycleclub.orgCommunity Foundation of Sanibel-Captiva . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 274-5900CROW (Clinic For The Rehabilitation of Wildlife) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 472-3644FISH of Sanibel (Friends in Service Here) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 472-0404Sanibel Island Fishing Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 472-8994Horticultural Society of the Islands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 472-6940Horticulture and Tea Society of Sanibel and Captiva . . . . . . . . . . 472-8334Kiwanis Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 677-7299League of Women Voters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 472-6689Lions Club (Tom Rothman) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 395-3248Master Gardeners of the Islands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 472-6940Newcomers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 472-9332Notre Dame Club of Southwest Florida . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 768-0417Optimist Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 472-0836PAWS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 472-4823Rotary Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 472-7257 or 472-0141Sanibel Beautification Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 470-2866Sanibel-Captiva Orchid Society . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 472-6940Sanibel-Captiva Power Squadron . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 472-3828Sanibel-Captiva Shell Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 395-1770Sanibel Youth Soccer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 395-2040www.sanibelsoccer.orgThe Military Officers Assc. of America (MOAA, Alex MacKenzie). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 395-9232United Way of Lee County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 433-2000United Way 211 Helpline . . . . . .(24 hour information line) 211 or 433-3900 Zonta Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 671-6381ISLAND ATTRACTIONSBailey-Matthews Shell Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 395-2233J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 472-1100Sanibel Historical Museum & Village . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 472-4648SCCF (Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 472-2329


Pets Of The Week

Hello, my name is Tank. I’m a 3-year-old male white with brindle spots English bull-dog mix. I’m the most likeable guy you’ll

ever meet! Take one look at my big brown eyes and you will be overcome with an incredible desire to hug me. I’m also a wiggle butt. It’s something I just can’t control when meeting new people and other dogs. In fact, my tail moves like a wiper blade during a Florida downpour. I’m very well mannered and walk nicely on a leash. So don’t walk... run on down to LCDAS and ask for Tank, AKA “Wiggle Butt.”

My adoption fee is $35 (regularly $75) during Animal Services’ “Kitten Smitten” adoption pro-motion.

Hello, my name is Farra. I’m a 1-year-old female brown tabby domestic short hair. The first thing you should know about me is that I’m very into playing ball. I play my own version of soccer, basketball and tennis. If I were a human, I would play every sport involving some kind of ball that I could. Don’t get the idea that I’m single-minded, however, because I also love other cats and peo-ple... especially if they like to play ball!

My adoption fee is $25 (regularly $50) during Animal Services’ “Kitten Smitten” adoption pro-motion.

For information about this week’s pets, call 533-7387 (LEE-PETS) or log on to Animal Services’ website at www.LeeLostPets.com. When calling, refer to the animal’s ID number. The website updates every hour so you will be able to see if these or any other pets are still available.

The shelter is open for adoptions from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday. The shelter is located at 5600 Banner Drive in Fort Myers, next to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office, off Six Mile Cypress Parkway.

All adoptions include spay/neuter surgery, age-appropriate vaccinations, rabies vaccination and county license if three months or older, flea treatment, worming, heartworm test for dogs six months and over, feline AIDS and leukemia test for cats, training DVD, 10-day health guarantee and a bag of Science Diet pet food.

The adoption package is valued at $500.

Farra ID# 560372 Tank ID# 562927

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