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Captiva FireStation HostsOpen Houseby Barbara Linstrom-Arnold

About 100 people - visitors andresidents alike -- stopped by theCaptiva Fire District's station last

Tuesday afternoon to pay tribute to theagency's dedication to the island

"The last official open house was in1981," says Fire Chief John Bates, not-ing that the purpose of that event was toinvite the community to check out thenew station building.

This time around the open houseserved to enhance island camaraderie andto invite participation by deputies fromthe Lee County Sheriff's Department,paramedics from EMS and theVolkswagen Bug from the crime preven-tion unit

Volunteer firefighters and fire commis-sioners as well as station staff wete also

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Jessie Gehle, 5, daughter of Captivadeputy Steve Gehle and his wife, Denise,takes over the wheel of one of the firetrucks with the assistance of Zachary Lee,

- 3, son of Anna and Kevin Lee, visiting from'.Glendale, Maryland.

Summerlin Road at Winkler Road intersection looking east toward Sanibel Causeway. NewPubllx Center (foreground), Monterrey Apartments (center) are typical of new develop-ment along Summerlin.

Part IV Of A Series

'He Will BeMissed'by Brian Johnson

At the end of the farewells to thepublic, Father Carmen Caruso satat a table in the parish hall of St

Isabel Church with the Bauers and theSheehans and a couple of other closefriends

The night before he had watched hisChicago Bears football team lose in theplayoffs. "The season is over fpr theBears and for me," he said. "How do youlike that?"

No one likes that Father Carmencame to St Isabel's in the summer of1989, and over the next 13 years becameone of the most beloved figures in thecommunity No one wanted to see himgo.

Father Carmen spoke at each of theMasses over the weekend. "I was sup-posed to come for one year," he said atthe 10:30 a m. Sunday Mass, his last. "Itwas a long year1"

Father Carmen will not be transferredto St. Andrews in Cape Coral, as original-ly announced, but will serve as an "on-call" priest for Charlotte, Lee and CollierCounties. When a priest leaves on vaca-tion or is sick, Father Carmen will tem-porarily take his place Bishop John

Summerlin Road,Only EvacuationRoute For Islandsby Jim George

When a tropical storm or hurri-cane is forecast, a barrier islandis not the place to be. People

turn a nervous eye toward the SouthAtlantic, the Caribbean and the Gulf ofMexico because history tells us the "bigone" can spin out of any of those threeareas. Sanibel has been fortunate interms of storm damage There has beenno direct hit on the island since 1966. Ifyou believe in statistical probability youknow that the longer the time since the

last event the more the odds increase foranother one A hurricane on an island ismore significant than one that hits onthe mainland for one major reason, anisland, by definition, is already surround-ed by water which means that in theevent of a direct hit off the Gulf, the pru-dent course of action is to evacuate.Other than taking the normal hurricaneprecautions to protect property nothingis gained by remaining on the islandwhere the risk to life becomes very real.Experts say wind, though it can be dead-ly because of flying objects, is not asdeadly as the potential for nsing watersas a result of storm surge.

The hurricanes of 1910 and 1926pushed water across the entire island.Elinor Dormer, local resident and authorof The Seashell Islands, recounts in her

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Father Carmen leaving the 10:30 a.m. Mass

Nevins removed him from St IsabelChurch because of the shortage of priestsin the diocese.

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Sanibel PoliceChief, DeputyTo Retireby Camllle Kucaba

Chief of Police Lewis L. Phillips,Jr., announced his intent to retirefrom the Sanibel Police

Department in a letter sent to CityManager Judie Zimomra dated January23 The retirement becomes effectiveFebruary 25

His notice closely follows a similarannouncement made by Deputy Chief of

Police Jack Primm earlier this week.Primm, who has served as a member ofthe department since 1978 when hejoined the force at the rank of police offi-cer, will retire effective February 17.

Phillips, who has served the citizens ofSanibel for over 26 years, expressed con-fidence in the "wonderful and competentstaff" he leaves behind. "With BUITomlinson as Deputy Chief of Police, thePolice Department and the City maintainsboth its institutional knowledge and thetradition of the 'personal touch' most, ifnot all, Sanibel citizens appreciate andwant from their police department offi-cials," Phillips wrote

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In 1960, after more than two years in Lima, Peru, Peg Kimball returned to theUnited States on a passenger freighter that steamed through the Panama Canal.The voyage fascinated her: the places where the Panama Canal narrowed to a shortd h h f h d k h^ width, the sight of the donkeys on the banks, the lush vegetation. But the crowningg y g g

moment came when the freighter steamed into port: "The sight that got me was thesight of the Statue of Liberty in the harbor... there was not a dry eye on board."

Peg Kimball

She would not stay long in the United States. Her life would be linked to SouthAmerica from 1958-1980. During those years she stayed in Peru, Argentina, CostaRica and the Dominican Republic.

Peg grew up just outside of New Haven, Connecticut and attended Hamden HighSchool. She went on to St. Francis Hospital School of Nursing, where she completed athree-year program in the new-born nursery. "I loved it," she said. "It was wonderful."

At this time she met a "newspaper man," Hank Piper, who became her husband.The Korean War erupted, Hank entered the military and the couple moved toOklahoma City. Interested in counter-intelligence, Hank soon joined the CIA, whichsoon put them south of the California border.

Peru was the first stop. "One of the most amazing things was the Inca ruins," sherecalled. "Travelling the country was wonderful. There was so much to see. Lookingback, I didn't finish a college career, but I received more of an education from living inforeign countries. Learning a language, meeting new people. Every country has a spe-cial flavor - just as every state in the U.S. is different. It was quite wonderful."

Peg and Hank made trips to the coastal areas, volcanos and the mountains. In Peruthey watched llamas grazing at 11,000 feet with the native Indians following behind theherd. "It was a magical experience to have seen that," she said.

Costa Rica was her favorite of the countries. She said it was safe and the people likedAmericans. They became friends with a geologist who took them on tours through therainforest.

In Costa Rica she learned about birds and plants. When she first arrived she saw a •plant with'pieces of bark that looked dead - she was about to throw it away, but askedabout it first. She was told it was an orchid, and later she watched it bloom.

While in South America she raised four children: Patricia, Susan, Elizabeth andPatrick. During these years she had her own personal nursery to take care of.

In 1980 the family returned to the United States and moved to New Hampshire. Pegbecame an office nurse, which allowed her to minister to patients of all ages and healthconditions.

She remarried in 1988 to Warren Kimball, who introduce'd her to the islands ofSanibel and Captiva. "He brought me here and I was totally hooked," she said, "I'llnever forget my first bike ride through the Refuge. I couldn't believe how beautiful itwas. We biked down from Captiva once or twice a week. One night at sunset a wholeflock of spoonbills flew over - it doesn't get any better than that."

Her husband's daughter, Joan Miller, volunteered at "Ding" Darling, and after awhilePeg figured it was time for her to sign up too. She pulled on the blue volunteer uniformin 2000. Peg works at the front desk on Wednesday afternoons.

"It's been terrific," she said. "I adore it. I've met wonderful people and new friends,and learned so much. I just hope Cindy Anderson (the volunteer coordinator) stays on. Iwant her here, she's great. "#

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1 Robison Elected? Chair, Gargano| Vice Chair Of| Plan Commission— by Camille Kucaba

Linda Robison was elected chair andMarie Gargano vice chair of theSanibel Planning Commission

Tuesday as the quasi-judicial body heldits first meeting of 2002.

Commissioners Phyllis Bogen and JackSamler, respectively, had served in thoseposts over the past year.

Earlier in the meeting Gargano nomi-nated Dick Downes for the chair, but thelong-time commissioner declined, notingthat he will be leaving Sanibel at the endof the year and simply has "too muchgoing on ... to do the type of job Sanibeldeserves."

In her nominating speech, Garganosaid Downes represented "more experi-ence than all of us (six commissioners)together." Calling him "the father of theSanibel Land Use Plan ... always ahead of

• his time," Gargano added: "We owe ourgood quality of life on Sanibel to hisefforts."

The proceedings were marred byalleged violations of Florida's SunshineLaws alluded to in public comment follow-ing the election.

"Paradise is tarnished," said PeterPappas, speaking out about an incidentwhich reportedly took place January 16.He said police officers appeared atPlanning Commissioners' homes allegingSunshine violations because commission-ers had discussed election of their nextchair in a private, rather than publicforum.

Pappas said he feared "corruption ofthe political process. Some are trying todemoralize legitimate political expression,"he continued, adding that the police chief,

City attorney and City manager had a"duty to assess the sufficiency of allega-tions and hold trauma to a minimum. Iquestion whether this was done. The dev-astation caused certain PlanningCommission members is almost total," hesaid.

City Attorney Doug Wyckoff saidTuesday he could neither confirm nordeny that a police investigation was takingplace; commissioners declined to com-ment on the record.

Detective Scott Ashby of the SanibelPolice Department confirmed Wednesdaythat an "active investigation" was under-way, but could not estimate when it wouldbe completed. City Manager JudieZimomra was out of the country earlierthis week and was unavailable for com-ment at press time.

Speaking from the audience Tuesday"as a resident of Sanibel," City CouncilVice Chair Dick Walsh joined in Pappas'sentiments. If the allegations weren't soseriSus, they would be "laughable," hesaid. "This was an attempt to honor DickDownes. It's very saddening to start acriminal investigation from this," Walshadded.

"1 wince at anyone who would bringcharges," noted former Mayor LouiseJohnson.

Former Councilman Andrew Redingsaid the purpose of the Sunshine Law isto help prevent corruption among publicbodies, to prevent conniving whereby offi-cials might determine "behind the scenes"the outcome of a variance request or aresponse to other issues presented in aquasi-judicial setting.

"It's not to deal with internal matters oflittle concern to the public," Reding said,and asked: "Does the law serve the largerpublic puipose? If a law is not moral, it isnot just. "#

Deborah Lipps* Retires7

Deborah Cobb Lipps

Deborah Cobb Lipps said an almosttearful "goodbye" to SanibelPlanning Commissioners

Tuesday, ending a 14-year City career inthe Planning Department, the last fouras recording secretary for theCommission.

"I'll miss you all," she told commission-ers, who in turn thanked her for her faith-ful service.

Lipps began her City career at thefront desk in the Planning Departmentoffice and served as recording secretaryfor the Code Enforcement Board and theVegetation Committee prior to filling thesame position with the PlanningCommission.

A newlywed, Lipps' husband, Grant, isgarage supervisor in the Sanibel Public

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Works Department. Together they arevery involved in church activities.

Noting that she's "not retiring but look-ing forward to pursuing new interests clos-er to home" in Cape Coral, Lipps said sheplans to attend more sports events inwhich her 15-yeaf-old stepson partici-. pates.

A new hobby is horseback riding, soLipps also is looking forward to spendingmore time with her horse.

"She surely is a credit to this City,"stated Commissioner Dick Downes, whosaid he had worked closely with Lippsover a number of years.

"Her services have been invaluable,"said Commissioner Phyllis Bogen.

Speaking from the audience, CityCouncil Vice Chair Dick Walsh thankedLipps for her "wonderful service to thiscommunity," adding: "She will be sorelymissed."^

WhitecapsDenied;ScribanteContinued

Planning Commissioners Tuesdayunanimously adopted a resolutiondenying Whitecaps South

Condominium Association, Inc., arequest for relief from the City's short-term rental rules. Following a publichearing in December, commissionersdetermined that Whitecaps, 2877 WestGulf Drive, did not meet the require-ments of the resort housing district andthat there was no basis in the LandDevelopment Code for granting relief.

Condo owners argued that Whitecapshistorically had offered weekly rentals.Originally operated as a motel since the1950s, Whitecaps converted to a nine-condo complex in 1980-81 and contin-ued to rent out units by the week.

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_ second session of the 107th— Congress Looking back over all that has

happened during the first session of 2001,I have to say it has probably been themost unusual year I have ever experiencedduring my time in Congress.

We began last January with a murkygovernment. A new president had beeninaugurated, but some questioned hismandate to govern. The Congress, partic-ularly the Senate, was so closely dividedalong party lines that many thought VicePresident Dick Cheney would be called onfrequently to cast tie-breaking votes in hisrole as President of the Senate.

Congress and the President beganworking on a sensible budget resolutionand a $1.35 trillion tax cut that wouldbenefit Americans across the board.Lower taxes means more money in thepockets of all taxpayers. We gave marriedcouples relief from an unfair penalty theypay each year. We eliminated the estatetax so family businesses can be passeddown to future generations. We doubledthe child tax credit to $1,000 a year.

And we passed a law that allows peo-

ple to set aside more money for theirretirement years by increasing the ceilingfor an annual IRA or 401(k) contributionto $5,000 per year.

While some legislation was stalled inthe Senate, all in all we were makingprogress.

Then September 11th happened.Much of what Congress had been

debating before the attacks becameinstantly irrelevant. The American peopleand Congress immediately came togetherafter September 11th with a commonsense of purpose. This made me extreme-ly proud.

We authorized the use of military forceagainst terrorists and those who harborterrorists. We provided $40 billion inemergency funding for the recovery fromthe terrorist attacks. We greatly enhancedthe security on airplanes and at airportsaround the country. We made surePresident Bush and his Administrationhave the resources they need to conductthe current war.

Because of a unique background in theintelligence field, I was able to assist andcounsel the Administration and some ofmy Congressional colleagues in the after-math of September 11th. I served on theSpeaker's Working Group on HomelandSecurity and Terrorism, which has sincebecome a subcommittee of the SelectCommittee on Intelligence, of which I amchairman.

I have been encouraged by therenewed commitment the Congress hasdemonstrated regarding the importantwork the intelligence community does forour nation. During my time in

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Despite all that has happened sur-rounding September 11th, I never forget Iam in Washington first and foremost torepresent the people, of SouthwestFlorida

This year we were able to strike a com-promise regarding prohibition of oil leasesales off the coast of Southwest Florida inlease 181, a subject so critical to the deli-cate environment of our coastal communi-ties. I have reintroduced legislation thatprovides a comprehensive oil drillingmoratorium, and I remain committed tocreating a workable solution.

Veterans are such an important popu-lation in our area. A main focus of myoffice is working on a multitude of veter-an's issues, including working with theSecretary of Veterans' Affairs to addressproblems dealing with waiting lists and thedelivery of health care services.

My office is here to serve the needs ofFlorida's 14th District. In 2001, my officehandled over 8,500 cases for constituentsdealing with federal agencies. If you arehaving a problem, please do not hesitateto contact my offices in Fort Myers941-332-4677, Naples 941-774-8060and Punta Gorda 941-639-0051.

I know my Congressional colleaguesare ready to return to the nation's capitalfor a productive second session, and I amlooking forward to serving you in the newyear.#

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On February 3 at 10.30 a.m., a 'private brunch will be held forColorado Governor Bill Owens at

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Governor Owens is quickly becomingrecognized as a national leader, havingcut taxes $1,5 billion for Coloradans anddramatically reforming the state educa-tion system by introducing accountabilitystandards and providing parents withcomprehensive information on their chil-dren's school. He is vice president of theAssociation of Governors.

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New CitizensGroup Formedsubmitted by Stephen J. Alexander

Spurred on by an overwhelmingneed to create a collective politicalvoice that will empower our citi-

zens' desires to be heard above the pre-vailing din, a highly motivated and con-cerned group has formed The SanibelGood Government Coalition.

The Coalition is an inclusive, non-parti-san organization of persons representingall the communities of the City of Sanibel.

Ted Tyson, Chair, stated, "For toolong, a small but vocal minonty has domi-nated the debate and exercised undueinfluence on the present and future ofSanibel."

Citizens continue to voice a major con-cern that elected officials initiate issues andprograms without sufficient communityinput and consent. They feel that the citycouncil, at times, acts hastily with littleregard to alternative community positionsand solutions.

"SGGC is an organization where mem-bers, even those having disparate posi-tions, may come together to jointly devel-op issues and positions, in harmony withthe Sanibel Vision Statement, and jointlywork to implement them for the ultimatebetterment of the community," saysTyson.

Membership is offered to all persons,full and part-time residents, business own-ers, young families with children, privateand public employees, members of serviceand fraternal organizations, clubs, church-es, synagogues, as well as to the youth ofthe community,

The Coalition's Directors have devel-oped very specific organizing principals.

• To assist the members to researchand develop common positions on issues,

• To provide a strong vehicle for themto assert their positions to governmentalbodies.

• To report to the community and themembers of actions taken by the CityCouncil and its sub groups and commit-tees,

• To ensure that the City Council'sconcerns are those of the City of Sanibel,and not contentious international politics

• To bring a sense of normalcy andcivility back to our island paradise

• To reunite our dedicated city employ-ees in common cause and harmony withthe citizens of Sanibel.

• To restore a sensible balancebetween the environment and people.

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• To revitalize our business community.• To provide proper recreational facili-

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dren in SanibePs political process.

Board members must attest that theywill act in a non-partisan manner andagree to not run for Sanibel public officefor a period of one year after the term ofservice for which they were elected.

Tyson further states that, "With mem-bers from segments of all Sanibel commu-nities already signed up, it is clear that ourCoalition is striking a most responsivecord."

Membership annual dues are. $25(individual): $40 (family, 2 or more per-sons.)

To request membership information,send your name, address, phone numberand e-mail address to: SGGC, P.O. Box1072, Sanibel, FL 33957

All members are encouraged to join analready enthusiastic Advisory Committeeand other specific issue committees

To learn how The Sanibel GoodGovernment Coalition can serve you, orto join, all are invited to the inaugural pub-he meeting to be held on Wednesday,January 30, at 10 a.m. in the SanibelPublic Library.

Steve Alexander, Advisory Committeemember and Public Relations Directorenthusiastically concluded, "With SGGC,your voice will count Your voice will beheard. United, our voices will finally makea very real difference!"^

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YogaYoga For Health with Eleanor

Horowitz, Tuesdays 4 to 5:15 p m. andThursdays 9 15 to 10:30 a.m. Classes are$10 each, or a 10-class pass is $80 SCAmembers can purchase a pass for $70.

AerobicsFitness with Carl, Monday, Wednesday

and Friday 9.30 to 10:30 a.m.PilatesPilates with Bonnie Clancey, Tuesday

and Friday 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. Classesare $10 each, or a 10-class pass is $80,SCA members can purchase a pass for$70.

Belly DancingBelly Dancing is excellent exercise.

Join Sherry Coffey from 7 to 8 p.m. andgive your exercise routine a new twist.Wear comfortable clothing. Sherry willprovide all the equipment. Cost is $10.

Learn BridgeSupervised Intermediate Bridge begins

at 1:30 p.m., Wednesdays.Shell CraftersShell Crafters meet every Monday to

make beautiful crafts and fun "critters"from Sanibel shells. Everyone is welcometo join this wonderful group. Stop in any-time between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. toenjoy a great day of camaraderie, craftingand refreshments Donations of shells arealways welcome, especially coquinas.

For more information about the classor on becoming a member call Barb orAnnalee at 472-2155 &

Bridge Winners

Winners in the SCA DuplicateBridge session Monday, January14, were Lacy Fendley and

Alaine Jass in first place, Lois Levin andAlice McKay second, Dick Brown andJudy Glasser third, and Belle Lipsky andErica Amsterdam fourth,

Duplicate Bridge meets at the SCAevery Monday at 7:30 p.m. The atmos-phere is casual and friendly and partnersare provided.^

Friends In Service Here

FISH Lines

FISH Volunteers visit the homes ofthose who are ill, shut-in, or lonelyin order to provide companionship

and encouragement. To obtain addition-al information, please call 472-0404.&

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Arts And CraftsFair Returns

The Sanibel-Captiva Rotary Clubhas been preparing for Florida'sthird ranked arts and crafts show

(top 10 in the nation). The juried eventwill run from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on bothSaturday and Sunday, February 9 and10 Over 130 artists and craftspersonswill gather at the Sanibel ElementarySchool to display and sell their works atthe Sanibel-Captiva Rotary Club's Arts& Crafts Fair 18th Annual. The schoolis located just west of the JN "Ding"Darling Wildlife Sanctuary on SanibelCaptiva Road.

The artists and craftspersons comefrom Maine, California, Washington,Canada, Honda and all points in betweento participate in the Sanibel Island Arts &Crafts Fair, considered one of the topthree in the state Those participating thisyear will be selected from hundreds apply-ing to be part of this long running event,presented each year by theSanibel/Captiva Rotary Club. Items dis-played and offered for sale include paint-ings, sculpture, photography, pottery, bas-ketry, jewelry, graphics, fabric, glass, toysand much more. There will be food,refreshments and entertainment.

Rotarian Chet Sadler is chairing thecommittee planning the 2002 event.

Proceeds from the Sanibel Island Arts& Crafts Fair are used to meet communityneeds, to fund local scholarships, and forhuman service needs world wide. Since1983, the Sanibei Captiva Rotary has dis-tributed nearly $500,000 to people, orga-nizations and for student scholarships.^

Bridge Winners

Winners in the SanibelCommunity AssociationDuplicate Bridge session

Monday, January 21, were Lois Levinand Alice McKay tied for first with GinnyReeves and Dorothy Suechting; JudyGlasser and Dick Brown third, andConnie and Herb Bartlett tied for fourthwith Fred and Peggy Paxton

Duplicate Bridge meets at theCommunity Association every Monday at7:30 p.m The atmosphere is casual andfriendly and partners are provided &

Veteran's News

The Southwest Florida CombatInfantrymen's Association, an elitegroup of veterans, will hold their

monthly lunch meeting on January 24 at11:30 a.m. at the Elks' Lodge, 4531 SE10th Place, Cape Coral.

The first anniversary party will be cele-brated on Sunday, January 27 at the Elks'Lodge.

Veterans who were awarded theCombat Infantryman's Badge in WorldWar II, Korea, Vietnam, Grenada,Panama and Desert Storm are eligible tojoin the elite group of men.

For more information, call DanSankoff, Adjutant, 368-5006 or email atSilverFoxx236@aol

Sanibel Community Association

Feng Shui

Imperial House of Feng Shui withLaurie Castaldo will be presented atthe Sanibel Community Association

Monday, February 4 from 7 to 9 p.m.Attendees will learn how to bring

health and harmony into their home bypracticing traditional Feng Shui methods.Call AnnaLee or Barbara at 472-2155 forreservations. This is a TIPS, no chargeseminar. There will be lightrefreshments.2!?

WisconsinitesWanted

The monthly meeting of theWisconsin Badger Club will be heldat Powell's, 1306 Cape Coral

Parkway, Cape Coral on Tuesday,February 5 at 5:30 p.m.

A lasagna dinner will be followed bythe annual fundraising auction. Membersare requested to bring white elephantitems to the meeting. Dancing will followthe auction

Reservations close February 1. the clubis open to former Wisconsin residents liv-ing in the area and guests. Call 945-2394or 574-8665 for reservations and furtherinformation.^

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a GI an you believe it? It seems likeonly last week we were huddled

'around our computers, waiting forthe millennium to come and erase ourdigital files and cause widespread poweroutages We got through that only tofind that there were other majorchanges in store for us.

Now, in January 2002, our world ismending, our economy is coming backand our friends who visit Sanibel andCaptiva are returning to the islands for theseason. Local hotels, resorts and condosare filling up

Still, there are lots of opportunities tofind accommodations on the islands justby calling around The Sanibel & CaptivaIslands Chamber of Commerce website(www Santbel-Captiva org) is an excellentplace to start If there's a place to stay onSanibel or Captiva, you'll find a link to itthere. Simply click on the accommoda-tions link. You may even find some bar-gains from resort managers or rentalagents if you just ask.

For those looking further ahead, wehave a good feeling that there will berooms and condos available at reducedprices after Easter, which comes early thisyear April is a delightful month around

here. But you need to get started.Chamber Gets A New Executive

DirectorMeanwhile, there's plenty happening

on the islands. The Sanibel & CaptivaIslands Chamber of Commerce has wel-comed a new EExecutive Director, SteveGreenstein. Steve is a Sanibel resident andknows the island from tip to toe. He isdedicated to seeing that every visitor toour islands gets a friendly reception. Hisoffice is in the Chamber Visitor Center,just after you come over the causeway.Stop by. If he's in, he'd like to have yousay "hello."

Shell We Dance?Sanibel has long been known, indeed is

famous world-wide, for its shelling beach-es Oriented from southeast to northwest,it sits directly in the path of shell-carryingwaves. On any given day, shell collectorscan be seen combing the beaches lookingfor newly deposited specimens. (Deadshells only, please. Live shell harvesting isprohibited)

The other outstanding shell attractionon Sanibel is the Bailey-Matthews ShellMuseum. It is one of the foremost muse-ums in the world concerned with the artand science of shells. It's a pleasant way tospend a few hours and, if you want tobone up on the-names of the shells you'relikely to find on our beaches, this is a fineplace to start

Join The ClubWell you don't have to join a club, actu-

ally. Both the Dunes Golf Club andBeachview Golf Club are open for publicplay. Both are championship, 18-hole,72-par courses Other courses are openfor public play off-island too. So, if you

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Gone Fishin'Here's something else to take the world

off your mind, especially if you don't golfand you've collected all the shells you cancarry home. Sanibel and Captiva havegreat fishing opportunities. From castingoff the Sanibel Pier to trolling for the bigfellas in Gulf, you can find great anglinghere. If you need a boat, there are char-ters available Check out our Boating list-ings under the Outdoor Activities link onthe website. Several charter companieshave their own websites linked directlyfrom the Chamber website. (There arelicense requirements and also someexceptions. Your charter operator ormarina staff can give you the details.)

Twilight DelightsWhen the sun goes down, the curtain

goes up on Sanibel. The J. Howard WoodPirate Playhouse is in season. AshersConfmand runs through February 2.Driving Miss Daisy opens on February 8,continuing into March.

The Old Schoolhouse Theater offersBroadway Tonight, running throughMarch 2 This is a high-energy, fast-pacedsong and dance extravaganza in the besttradition of J.T. Smith

Barrier Island Groups for the Arts (akaBIG ARTS) has some really BIG specialappearances scheduled through mid-February. January 26 - Sarasota Ballet ofFlorida; January 31 - world-renowned vio-lin virtuoso, Gil Shaham; February 2 - TheGlen Miller Orchestra playing the songs ofthe 40's that cheered us up during WWII;February 9 - Jump Rhythm Jazz Projectfrom Chicago and on February 11 - The

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Bored? GetOn The Boards!by Bob Wlmbush

Right after slugging out over 1,000spaghetti dinners to island gour-mands on February 23, Kiwanis

will serve up island shtick at the (nowannual) Island-wide talent show, "TheSan-Cap Revue" at BIG ARTS onMarch 9. Last year's show was a nearsell out in the first year, and this year's ispredicted to sell out early, so the seden-tary among you should get your ticketsearly.

But the hams in the crowd ~ and lastyear's experience proved there are plen-ty (I hope I haven't offended the newlyemployed and, therefore, respectableemcee Steve Greenstein by mentioninghim, ham and shtick in the same sen-tence) - should join us on the boards.Along with "shtick," "on the boards" istheatre talk, and it means you shoulddrum up an act and join us on stage. It'sa blast and everyone has fun Call LeeDerlith 472-4961 to audition andreserve tickets at BIG ARTS395-0900.&

President Bill Traum introduces new mem-ber, David Sichel to the Club.

Mike Roblson (I) and Stan Kucaba (R wel-come new member Dave Ladd.

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Father Carmen"It won't be easy to walk away," Father

Carmen said in his final homily. "You aremy family."

At the end of the 10:30 a.m. Mass onSunday, January 20 he walked over to theparish hall for the last reception. One byone the people came through the line tosay a final word to him The parish hallhad never seen so many tears.

Father Carmen had a way with peopleHe loved to sit with the parishioners atcoffee and donuts on Sunday or takemeals with them in their homes. He waswarm, open, and gregarious. He neverstood on ceremony.

The parishioners loved his stories offamily life in an Italian neighborhood inChicago. He gave comic accounts of bat-tling his brothers and sisters to use thefamily car or rushing to clean up thehouse before his parents came home fromdinner, One time, after his mother disci-plined him, he said, "I'm calling thepolice, Ma." She handed him the tele-phone.

As a preacher he stuck to the simplemessage of the Gospels. "God loves you,"he said, year after year. "Trust him." Hebrought a presence to the pulpit. Hehelped people believe in a good God andtrie power of praysr.

It's been a consolation for the parish-ioners at St. Isabel to know he will not bemoving far away. He will live in FortMyers, which will allow him to maintainmany of the friendships he has formed on

Father Carmen and Larry Bauer at the reception In the parishhall

the island. Already he has said he willreturn for the annual ball on February 23and for St. Patrick's Day

If you took a popularity poll on SanibelIsland, Father Carmen would rank rightup there with Sam and Francis Bailey.News of his departure came as a shock.Most people figured he was here forgood. No one can imagine St. IsabelChurch without him,. _

"I get teary and sad every time I haveto announce that he's leaving," saidKhristy Scheer, the St Isabel office man-ager, who arrived at the church six

months after FatherCarmen in 1989. "It's ajoke around the officethat I start to cry everytime I talk about it."

"We're devastated,"said Sharon Bauer.

The following wordstell the story of whatFather Carmen meant toSanibel Island:

Larry Bauer: "Hehas been the mainstay ofthe parish, and will besorely missed. He hasbeen personally responsi-ble for many residentsand visitors finding peaceand serenity in their livesthrough God's love."

Bob Sheehan: "Hewas probably moreresponsible than anyonefor bringing the people ofthe parish together. Hecreated an environment

of love and friendship - that's what achurch is all about."

Jackie Sheehan: "We want to extendour gratitude to him for helping build theparish hall and for all he has done for St.Isabel's."

Debi Almeida: "When Joe (Almeida)was sick, Father Carmen would come tothe house and give him the Eucharist. Joemade walking sticks out of hickory fromupstate New York and gave them to peo-ple he cared about before he died. Joegave one to Father Carmen. He was sogood to the kids and I. He's so real."

John Luke: "As far as I'm concerned,he is not only a priest but a friend. He wasalways available for anything you wanted,in sickness or in health He is an all-around great guy."

Cel Luke: "He is a pretty special per-son and we're all going to miss him. Hewas always where he was needed."

Margarethe Miville: "He has the giftof bringing God to you in a very light,easy and understandable way."

Lucy Hall: "He'll always be in ourhearts. He was a great inspiration to this •church when.it was growing. Fatherbrought us along."

Slyvia Fox: "I always thank him forthe way he officiated at our wedding. Hehad a good homily and was kidding us.He had us laughing."

Liliana Mancini-Ventura: "I'm goingto miss him Being Italian and fromChicago, he has a special place in myheart. 1 love the way he begins Mass (byasking everyone to take a minute to sayhello to each other)."

Paul Ventura: "I love his comedy. Ithink he's a great person."

Carol Leary: "Farther Carmen is aspecial person. He has a heart of gold. Heis loving and giving."

Jack Harrington: "He's been theheart and soul of the church for quite awhile. He has a beautiful sense of humor.He's always been a hard worker - he dida lot of carpentry work in the rectory andthe chapel."

Bonnie Tromba: "He's going to bemissed so dearly He helped give you afeeling of family. "#

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Make plans to attend

Reach for the StarsAn evening of dining, dancing, entertainment, cocktails and silent auction

to benefit theChildren's Education Center of the IslandsSaturday, February 9, 2002

at The Dunes Golf and Tennis Club $75 per personInvitations available at:

The Dunes, Children's Education Center of the Islands,Congress Jewelers on Sanibel, and The Island Store on Captiva

For silent auction and sponsorship donationsPlease contact C.E.C.I. (Children's Education Center of the Islands) at 472-4538

SPONSORS TO DATE:PLATINUM SPONSORS: Big Red Q Q u i d Print Center of Sanibel, BT&T Resort Cleaning, The Dunes Golf k Tennis Club, Congress Jewelers,

Damex Corp. - The Paul Family, The Island Store, Island Sun Newspaper, Leaping Lizzards Sign k Design StudioGOLD SPONSORS: Dairy Queen of Sanibel, Garnter Group, Kiwanis of Sanibel, Marcel Ventura for Karen Bell Realty, Eric Pfeifer and RE/MAX of the Islands, Sundial Resort, The Wolter Group

SILVER SPONSORS: Aroma Coffee Services, Inc, Bank of the Islands, The Bean, Deloitte & Touche, First Community Bank of SW Florida, Green Earth Landscaping,Orthodontics Exclusively - David & Jill Heald, Periwinkle Park, Small Animal Hospital - Frankie G. DuPre, DVM, PA, SW Florida Dental Group • Drs. Auhno, Carlton & Baxman, R S., Walsh Landscaping, Inc.

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BAT YAM-TEMPLE OF THE ISLANDS:Shabbat worship services will be held atthe Sanibel Congregational Church everyFriday evening at 8 p.m. 472-4446.BREAD OF LIFE MINISTRIESCHURCH OF GOD16581 McGregor Blvd. 267-3166(Just past the ranger Outlet Mail)Pastor Joe HanshawSunday Worship Hours:Bible Study - 9:45 a.m.Morning Worship -10:40 a.m.Evening Worship - 6 p.m.Wednesday Worship - 7 p.m.CAPTiVA CHAPEL BY THE SEA11580 Chapm LaneVery Rev. Bruce McLeodOpen from Sunday, November 18, 2001through Sunday, April 14, 2002,Sunday Service at 11 a.m. 472-1646FAITH FELLOWSHIP WORLD OUT-REACH MINISTRIES6111 South Pointe Boulevard, Fort MyersSunday Worship, 10:30 a.m.Thursday Service, 7:30 p.m.Nursery care for pre-school children andChildren's Church for children ages 5-12will be available at each service.278-3638

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 andFriday, 10-a.m. to Vp.m. startingNovember 1, 2001 through April 2002472-8684. Free literature available atBailey's Shopping Center.

GREEK ORTHODOX CHURCH OFSOUTHWEST FLORIDA:Rev. Johannes L Jacobse, PresbyterOrthros 9 a.m. Liturgy 10 a.m.481-2099.PEACE LUTHERAN CHURCH:17625 Pine Ridge Road, Fort Myers.Pastor Walter Still, 437-2599. Sun.Worship 9:30 a.m. Bible Study 8:45 a.m.A congregation of Evangelical LutheranChurch in America.SANIBEL COMMUNITY CHURCH:1740 Periwinkle Way, 472-2684.Pastor, Dr. Daryl Donovan.Sunday Worship Hours:8 a.m. Communion Worship Service9 a.m. Contemporary Worship Servicewith Children's Ministry (Praise Team &Band) 10 to 10:30 a.m. Fellowship10:30 a.m. Traditional ServiceChild care available at all services as wellas during Sunday School time.Other weekday opportunities for Worshipand Prayer: Prayer group at 1 p.m. onMondays in the Family Life Center.SANIBEL CONGREGATIONAL UNITEDCHURCH OF CHRIST:2050 Periwinkle Way, across from thePeriwinkle Place Shopping Center.Dr. Randall H. Niehoff, Pastor.Rev. Sandra R. Boler, Associate Pastor.Sunday worship services —Morning Chapel, 7:45 a.m.Full Worship Service, 9 and 11 a.m.Sunday School during 9 a.m. service.Child care provided at 9 and 11 a.m.Elevator for easy access.Church office open Monday throughFriday. Phone 472-0497ST. ISABEL CATHOLIC G H U R C H L _13559 San-Cap~fia.,Pastor: Rev. George Ratzmann,Parochial Vicar. Rev. Carmen Caruso.Sunday Mass - 8:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.

Sat. Vigil-5:30 p.m.Daily Mass, 8:30 a.m.,Confession - Sat. - 4:45 p.m., 472-2763.ST. MICHAEL & ALL ANGELSEPISCOPAL CHURCH:2304 Periwinkle Way, 472-2173The Rev. Dr. Donald A. Fishbume, RectorSunday: 8 & 10 a.m., Holy EucharistWeekdays: Wed., 9 a.m. Eucharist withHealingThurs., 7:30 a.m. Holy EucharistSat., 5 p.m. Holy EucharistTEMPLE BETHEL SYNAGOGUE:16225 Winkler Rd. 433-0018. RabbiBruce Diamond. Fri., - 8 p.m.UNITARIAN UNIVERSALISTSSOCIETY OF THE ISLANDS:(UU OF THE ISLANDS)Services First Sunday of the month at7:30 p.m. Sanibel Congregational Church,2050 Periwinkle Way, Fellowship Hall.November 5 through May 5.472-4855.UNITARIAN CHURCH FORT MYERS:13411 Shire Lane (north of Daniels)"Kadam"Nick Gillespie teaches mindful-ness through Buddhist meditation everyFriday, 7 to 8:30 p.m. 362-2030.UNITY OF THE ISLANDS:Will discontinue service on Sanibel at theSanibel Congregational Church. Plea.sejoin us at our service in Fort Myers, Sunday9a.m., 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m.278-1511.*

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Bishop Nevins ToReceive Honor

According to Bishop John J.Nevins, leader of the Diocese ofVenice, the definition of being a

Catholic is to be conscious of the needsof the people around you. This state ofmind has defined his career as a priestand a bishop, and is the reason he isbeing honored for his service to theneedy at the third Annual VenetianCharity Ball on February 2.

"My parents taught me at a very youngage to give to others in need until ithurts," said Bishop Nevins. "They alsotaught me that God gives back in manyways and more generously."

"My family was very poor when I wasgrowing up. My father often was out ofwork, but we always reached out to ourneighbors when they needed help,"Bishop Nevins said.

Bishop Nevins, a native of NewRochelle, Kentucky, graduated from theSchool of Philosophy at The CatholicUniversity of America in Washington,D.C. and earned a Masters degree insocial work from Tulane University inNew Orleans, Louisiana. Once ordainedto the priesthood in 1959, he was sent tothe Archdiocese of Miami to serve.

"I spent 14 years working at CatholicCharities in Miami with 44 programs toserve the community," Bishop Nevinssaid. He also served as a parish priest."I had a full schedule but I loved it," hesaid.

At Catholic Charities, Bishop Nevinsworked with delinquent children, unwedmothers, and refugees. He arrangedadoptions During the Viet Nam era, justbefore the fall of Saigon, Bishop Nevinsclaimed 27 American/Asian children thatwere unwanted and brought to the UnitedStates. He found homes for all of them.

"I have fond memories of my workwith Catholic Charities in Miami," BishopNevins said. "I especially appreciate theexperience of collaborating with othersocial service agencies because I learned ittakes the whole community to really helppeople seeking assistance."

On July 17, 1984, Bishop Nevins wasappointed the first bishop of the Dioceseof Venice. Along with his duties to over-see a rapidly growing 10-county diocesein Southwest Florida, Bishop Nevins waschallenged with developing many newprograms such as Catholic Charities. OnDecember 18,1984 the corporation,Catholic Charities, Diocese of Venice, Inc.was certified as a non-profit, charitable,benevolent body within the State ofFlorida.

"The foundation has been laid well forCatholic Charities," Bishop Nevins said."The next generation will do great thingsto serve the community through CatholicCharities."

"Bishop Nevins has always embracedthe issues of today," said Peter Routsis-executive director of Catholic Charities,Diocese of Venice, Inc. "He never isafraid to tackle the injustices and treat-ment of migrant farm workers andHIV/AIDS patients, or find solutions fordesperate, single mothers or refugees flee-

ing oppression in their homeland," he said"His willingness to reach out to the dis-

enfranchised, no matter who they are, isan example to all of us on how to live andserve God," said Dr. Peter Ledecky, dis-trict director of Catholic Charities of Lee,Hendry and. Glades counties. "That is whywe chose to honor him at the VenetianCharity Ball."

The role of a bishop, according toBishop Nevins, is to teach. "Compassioncan work wonders," he said. "When Godgives us gifts, we have to share with oth-ers. It is part of my job to lead the way byshowing how to be a good citizen, give tocharities and give of time and talents."

Bishop Nevins has many concerns forpeople in need in Florida I get worried forthe elderly in our state," he said. "Manyare so lonely." He also cares about theproblems of migrant farm workers. "Ourdiocese has more migrant workers than allthe other dioceses put together in Floridaand we've got to speak up for thembecause we will be condemned beforeGod if we don't," he said. And, he isaffected by the dilemmas facing familiestoday. "We need to find ways to reinforcefamilies and couples. Without families ourstate and the nation suffer."

After 42 years of service in SouthFlorida, Bishop Nevins said he has wit-nessed much compassion and response topoverty. "The people in our state are verygiving. They are committed to helpingthose in need," he said. "The American isa very generous person."

Bishop Nevins said he prefer the laypeople and volunteers of CatholicCharities agencies and programs be hon-

ored at the 2002 Venetian Charity Ball. "Iwill accept the award in honor of themand those who support the works of chari-ties," he said.

Bishop Nevins calls Catholic Charities"one of the greatest vehicles of thechurch."

"We should be proud of all that hasbeen accomplished in an effort to serveothers," he said.

The Venetian Charity Bail will be heldat the Sanibel Harbour Resort and Spa at7 p.m, on February 2. All proceeds fromthe event will benefit Catholic Charities ofLee, Hendry and Glades counties Formore information, call 941-334-4007.

For more information about CatholicCharities, Diocese of Venice, Inc. visittheir web site atwwwxatholiccharitiesdov.org .#

Annual CFMBanquet Set

The annual banquet to celebrate theservices of Christian FilmMinistries will be held this year on

"February 5 at Shell Point Village SocialCenter. Last year CFM celebrated its25th year of service in the Fort MyersArea.

This year the banquet will feature aSilent Auction of donated valuable itemsand a variety of opportunities for services.All donors to the Silent Auction will be

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following programs are planned:February 3 — Diane SusekDiane Susek studied at Ithaca

College and graduated from thePeabody Conservatory of Music.She began her career withBroadway in mind, but later felt a"calling" to commit her talents toChristian service. Diane is marriedto the Reverend Ron Susek andtheir ministry has carried themthroughout the United States andCanada, as well as abroad. Shehas released 10 sacred recordings.Diane has one goal in singing,and that is to honor Christ with aministry to the minds, hearts, andsouls of people.

March 3 - The Master'sBlend

The Master's Blend is prepar-ing a program. The first part ofthe program will be a tribute toIrving Berlin. The second half willbe a varied program of sacred music.These musical numbers will be based onthe Church Year.

March 12 - The Wake ForestConcert Choir

Wake Forest College is located inNorth Carolina. The choir will be inSanibel on their spring break. They con

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sist of about 40 members and the presi-dent of their group is Ember Rigsby, amember of Sanibel Community Church.

March 28 - The Chancel Choir ofSCC

On Maundy Thursday, the ChancelChoir of Sanibel Community Church willsing The Rutter Requiem performed withfull orchestra, as well as talented organist,Ruth Keel. The service will also includecommunion.^

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Clearly our world will never be thesame. Issues of basic security —how to deal with terrorism, grief,

hatred and anger are propelling all of usto seek peace, safety and stability indeeper ways.

Many people are finding enduring,practical answers in a classic spiritualresource, Science and Health with Keyto the Scriptures. On Saturday,February 2 at 3 p.m. at the SanibelCommunity Center, 2173 PeriwinkleWay, First Church of Christ, ScientistSanibel-Captiva will host a talk on thisbest-selling guide for finding deeper, last-ing spiritual solutions. The 19th Centuryauthor of this book, Mary Baker Eddy,proved that fear, stress and insecurity canbe overcome and replaced with confi-dence, peace and security.

Noted speaker Joni Overton-Jung is anexpert on spiritual healing. She talks tocommunity groups around the country,sharing insights on how adopting a spiritu-al perspective can eliminate fear, stressand disease in every aspect of our lives.She notes, "Every day I discover a deeperdimension to health, spirituality and peacethrough this book. It's given me a con-crete sense of individual empowerment-how to find healing in my own life; how tobe an effective agent for change for ourcommunities and the world."

Mary Baker Eddy faced many of thechallenges of our day — homelessness,poverty, divorce and chronic poor health.The ideas in Science and Health grewout of her own life-long search for emo-tional and physical well-being. By the timeof her death in 1910, Eddy had written15 works in addition to Science and

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Health, developed weekly and monthlymagazines still being published today andat the age of 87, founded the Pulitzer-prize-winning newspaper, The ChristianScience Monitor She built a publishingcompany and established a church tocarry her message of the healing power ofprayer throughout the world.

Eddy's research, teaching and writingcontinue to advance society's understand-ing of spirituality and its healing effect inour communities. For more than a centu-ry, Science and Health has transformedthe lives of countless readers. Over 10million copies of this book have been sold,and it has been translated into 16 lan-guages.^

BOOK SIGNING • Thursday, January 31,5 p.m.LOCAL PHOTOGRAPHER, GEORGE GRAHAMThis exciting new picture book of Sanibel and Captiva was put together by anAmateur and Professional photography contest. Meet one of the local winners.

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Christian Film Ministries will showits first film of the season -Carman, The Champion - at the

Sanibel Library on Tuesday evening,January 29.

The film has been called a "genuinechampion of a movie" as it tells the storyof a former champion boxer who boughta large building for a church youth center.But cash ran out before he could finish fix-ing it up and the mortgage company isabout to foreclose.

With his bills mounting, a troubled kidunder his wing and a beautiful wqmanreluctant to be involved with a preacher, aweaker soul might have lost hope.

So he agrees to risk his life for one lastfight. Carman is entering the ring, but he'snot alone. He has faith in his corner.

This inspiring film is suitable for fami-lies, and teens particularly will love it.There is no charge for the showing whichstarts at 7 p.m., in time to be home on aschool night.

Christian Film Ministries Inc. is a mis-sion which works with migrant workersand in local prisons to spread the gospel.In addition to showing Christian films, theministry distributes Bible lessons to prison-ers, migrants and people in foreign coun-tries on a continuing basis, correcting thelessons and mailing additional ones.

Christian Film Ministries will be show-ing a film each month for the remainderof the season on Tuesday evenings at theLibrary.^

Chapel By The Sea

HandbellConcerts

The Chapel by the Sea PresbyterianChurch, Fort Myers Beach, willpresent two back-to-back handbell

concerts open to the public on Saturday,February 2, at 3:45 and5:30 p.m. Tickets are now available.The Chapel is located in the 2500 blockof Estero Boulevard, Fort Myers Beach.

These favorite, well-attended concertsare open to the general public at no cost.Reserved tickets are required for admis-sion. We recommend calling the office at463-3173 for reservations and havingtickets held at the will-call table. Ticketswill remain reserved at the will-call tableuntil 30 minutes before each concert,when they will be offered to the generalpublic who have not reserved them inadvance. Doors will be opened one-halfhour before each concert at 3:15 and5 p.m. respectively. Historically the hand-bell concerts have been very popular, soearly reservations are advised.

The concerts are a culmination of thetwo-day 10th Annual Bell Festival heldFebruary 1 and 2 with handbell choirs andindividuals participating from around thestate. The Bell Festival is conducted by anationally known handbell clinician andmusic author. Classes and rehearsals areheld throughout the festival. For moreinformation, call Mike Goodenow, FestivalDirector, at 463-3173.&

Friday, January 25,Inquiring Minds: Harold Leiberman,"The Use of Jazz as Propaganda

during the Third Reich" 1 p.m.

Saturday, January 26,The Sarasota Ballet of Florida,8 p.m. $30

Monday, January 28,"Eye of the Storm" A one man show with Will Stutts.8 p.m. $15

Thursday, January 31,Concert: Gil Shaham, violinist, accompanied byGoran Sollscher, guitarist. 8 p.m. $45

Friday, February 1,$ New workshop: Art of Gardening with

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Debra A. Ingrao, a senior biologistat the Mote Marine Laboratory inSarasota will present "Discovery

and Spread of the Asian Green Mussel,Perna viridis"at the Sanibel-CaptivaShell Club meeting Tuesday, January29, at 7:30 p.m. It will be held at TheBailey-Matthews Shell Museum, 3075Sanibel-Captiva Road, Sanibel Island.

Ingrao, who grew up in coastal Maineand received a bachelor's of sciencedegree in marine science fromJacksonville University, began working atthe Mote Marine Laboratory in 1987. Sheis currently researching the Asian greenmussel, Pema viridis, which can grow tofour inches.in length and has been docu-mented at 11 inches

"It is an invasive species that is a realconcern because it's normally found in theIndo-Pacific region, "Ingrao explained.

"However, it was discovered inTrinidad in 1990 and found in TampaBay in July 1999.

"I am looking forward to giving this talkbecause we don't know how far south themussels are and this will get more 'eye-balls' out there," she added.

The Shell Club board wants, to remindclub members and the general public thatall meetings of the Shell Club are nowbeing held at the Museum. Programs aresponsored jointly by the Shell Club andthe Museum, and the Museum helps sup-port speaker honoraria and expenses.

There is no admission charge andmembers of the public are invited toattend. Light refreshments will be offeredat the meeting. For further informationabout the meeting, call Jim Whitebouse at454-8659 or call the Museum at395-2233 or 888-679-6450.^

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Naples-based bird researcher TedBelow presents "Sundown Roostsat Rookery Bay" on Thursday,

January 31 at 9 p.m. at the SanibelCommunity Association, 2173Periwinkle Way. Sponsored by theSanibel-Captiva Audubon Society,Below's slide presentation and talkfocuses on the coastal waterbirds of theRookery Bay National EstuarineResearch Reserve, which he has spentover 30 years studying and document-ing.

Below stresses the importance of pro-tecting not just breeding but also roostinghabitat of birds. "Many of our wadingbirds and pelicans have night roosts. Thepreservation of these is vital," he said.Rookery Bay Reserve is located at thenorthern end of the 10,000 Islands and isone of the largest mangrove forestedregions in the new world, representingone of the few remaining undisturbedmangrove estuaries in North America.

Below moved to Naples in 1955 andbecame an avid birder when he beganbanding sooty terns in the Dry Tortugas inthe mid-1960s. He started documentingbrown pelicans and about 45 othercoastal waterbirds in 1972. His data onhabitat use, population levels and seasonaluse have been used extensively byresearchers and published in professional

journals and magazines.As a warden and biologist for National

Audubon, Below's five year study ofshorebirds showed that individual birds useat least 200 miles of local coastline, andthat Sand Dollar Island off Marco Island'sTigertail Beach is a significant nesting sitefor endangered piping plovers in NorthAmerica.

At 78, Below still studies waterbirdsand continues to work as a biologist forNational Audubon part-time. He was hon-ored as an "environmental hero" on EarthDay last year by the National Oceanic andAtmospheric Administration for his life-time of environmental work,

Below's talk is the fifth of eleven week-ly programs sponsored by Audubon thatcontinue through March 21. All are wel-come to attend. Suggested donation is $3.There is plenty of parking both at theCommunity Association and at the park-ing lot across the street in front of the J.Howard Wood Theater. For more infor-mation contact program chairman DavidMeardon at 472-2346.&

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AntiquesAppraisal AtHistorical Villageby Jean Downes

Inspired by shock, outrage and sadnessat the events of September 11, NiniSieck of Sanibel set about creating a

freestyle American flag quilt measuringabout 20 inches by 30 inches in thedays immediately following the terroristattacks. Still glued to the TV set watch-ing the aftermath, she stitched threemore.

Nini gave one flag to each of herthree grown children and kept one her-self. She has loaned it to Sanibel'sHistorical Village for the Quilt Showholding forth this month and throughFebruary. *

Nine stars are outlined with largewhite stitches, called folk-quilting, onsolid blue while 13 stripes comprised ofred and white squares march unevenlyacross the field. Sieck explains she"machine pieced and hand quilted."

Dedicated to all those who lost theirlives September 11, each of the fourflags has a hidden button in one comerthat plays The Star Spangled Bannerwhen pressed.

Another unusual entry in the QuiltShow is a woven coverlet draped on asettee in the Rutland house museum thatdates to 1853. Woven right into a cor-ner is the inscription: Wm. H. VanGordon, Weaver, Covington, Miami

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Betty Strub, a visiting quiiter from Minnesota, holds Nini Sieck's American flag quilt at theHistorical Village. Sieck produced four of these flags in the two weeks followingSeptmember 11.

Co., Ohio 1853.Quilting demonstrations at the

Historical Village during the showinclude a group from Kelly GreenQuilters each Thursday day afternoonand Island Quilters, including Nini Sieck,on Friday mornings during February.

A new hand sewn Amish quilt dis-played in the old Bailey store at the vil-lage will be the prize in raffle drawing

March 2. Tickets ($4 each or three for$10) are available and a winner need notbe present. Packing and shipping will bepart of the prize for an out-of-town win-ner.

The Historical Village, 950 DunlopRoad, is open Wednesday throughSaturday each week from 10 a.m. until4 p.m. For more information, call47 2-4648..#

Banquet Setprominently acknowledged and for manybusinesses this should result in additionalcustomers. People and businesses whowish to donate may call 454-0128. Alldonations are tax deductible as a contribu-tion to the Ministry's work with migrantsand prisoners.

Christian Film Ministries Inc. is anextremely fruitful mission which workswith migrant workers and in local prisonsto spread the gospel. In addition to show-ing powerful Christian films, the ministrydistributes Bible lessons to prisoners,migrants and people in foreign countrieson a continuing basis, correcting thelessons and mailing additional ones. CFMalso shows films monthly at Sanibel Publiclibrary.

Christian Film Ministries has mademany trips to Haiti and other CaribbeanIslands to minister to the homelands ofmany migrants.

Tickets to the banquet are free but alove offering is taken. Tickets may beobtained by contacting the Ministry at466-1145 or sending a self addressedstamped envelope to Christian FilmMinistries, 1978 Wild Lime Drive,Sanibel, Florida 33957.

Volunteers are needed both for assist-ing at the banquet and also for migrantsand prison ministries. Call 466-1145 tovolunteer.^

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§Behaviors Of Swimming Birdsby Jim Stevenson, Ph.D

wre have beendiscussingwater bird

; behaviors throughoutJanuary, and today ouif ll b b d_ • focus will be on birds

Q that normally swim toZ reach then food5i Immediately, we think— of ducks, but not every

thing that swims like a tduck is a duck i

There aie several Jpnmitive bird specieswhich feed while on ithe water The wonder- |iful Common Loon getsinto our waters in win- Pair of ©adwallster from the far north,and occasionally givesits yodel like call for all to hear In winter,they are dark gray on top and quite whitebelow Their huge dagger bill is used forspeanng the fish they pursue on extendeddives underwater Their large reptilianlungs aid them in these forays, where theyseem to disappear for minutes below

Related to loons are grebes, with thePied-billed being our common residentThese little brown fellows slip under notonly chasing fish, but crayfish, tadpoles,and other small animals Like the loons,grebes have their legs placed far back ontheir torso so they have greater powerswimming Homed Grebes are a whiter

species of salt water that might be lookedfor around Sanibel

Cormorants are dark, heavy-bodiedswimmers with a hook on their bill Theirfeathers lack oil so they can sink easily tocatch their piscine quarry Anhingas, withstraight dagger bills, also have these easily-soaked feathers, and both species may beseen with wings out, drying their feathersso they can fly more easily Cormorants,who like fresh and salt water, grab torpe-do-shaped fish like mullet, while Anhingasspear fish shaped like bream, and remainin fresh water

Many birds such as pelicans, gulls, terns

and so-forth also swim, butfeeding is accomplished inother ways Some rails, how-ever, have become swimmingfeeders, such as the ubiqui-tous coot This winter resi-dent, grayish-black with awhite bill, scoots over thewater searching for just thenght plants and tiny inverte-brates Their feet have indi-vidual webbing on each toe,so they can swim and walk onland equally well Their closecousin, the CommonMoorhen, has no webbing,and swims quite slowly andcannot dive like coots

Ducks are a huge familywith great diversity and beau-ty They can be divided upinto two large groups,though, the diving ducks andthe puddle ducks The formerincludes mostly salt waterspecies like scaup and mergansers, andthey tend to eat animal life They haveheavy bodies for diving more easily and astrong, fishy taste due to their diet Theyalso prefer open bodies of water as theyhave to paddle across it to get-airborne

Puddle ducks are freshwater birds liketeal, Mallards", widgeon, shovelers, Gadwalland many more they feed from the sur-face, although they occasionally "tip up'with their heads under and their tails stick-ing up into the air They are lightweightducks who can spnng straight up off thewater to escape enemies Their herbivo-

Common Moorhen

rous diet gives them the good taste thatduck hunters are seeking

To the north, ducks have larger rela-tives who often leave the water and gra2eon seeds and tender grasses Of course,these are geese, and their bills are adaptedfor teanng plants up, and are not the flat,lamellate beaks we recognize on ducksCanada Geese are expanding their rangesouthward in many places, and even enterpeoples' lawns and gardens without wel-come #

Jim Stevenson is director of the Ga/uestonBird Club Galueston Texas He can be reachedat 409 737 4081

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ties' young people in understanding,preserving and protecting Honda'sunique water resources This expenmentis from the book Water Can Be Fun1

How to Create a Successful ScienceFair

MatenalsTwo cups, 1/2 filled with water,

green or orange food colonng, stalk ofcelery with some leaves on it, stalk ofcelery without leaves on it, a knife

ObjectiveLearn about "capillary action, or how

water moves through celery, trees andother plants

Vocabulary wordCapillary action the upward move-

ment of liquids due to the molecularattraction to the surface

Instructions1 Mix one teaspoon of food colonng

into each cup of water

2 Cut both celery stalks at a diagonalabout one inch (2 1/2 centimeters) fromthe bottom

3 Put each stalk in one of the cupsof colored water

4 Leave the celery in the water forfour to five hours until you see the colorgradually moving up the stalks

5 Take the celery stalks out of thewater and cut diagonally across the stalkDo you see any color in the stalks?Which one has the most color? Youshould see a row of circles colored withthe dyed water These are the cut endsof the fine long tubes that travel thelength of the stalk The colored watertraveled up the tubes Trees have similartubes running up their trunks

How does it work?Heat from the sun evaporates the

water molecules that are in the top ofthe leaves Because water will climb ashort way up the wall of certain sub-stances (for example, drinking glasses),the next molecules in line move up toreplace the molecules that evaporatedWater molecules always hold (or bond)tightly together, and when they aresquashed into very narrow tubes likethose m celery, they grip with enoughstrength to pull up the molecules behindthem The water molecules at the topevaporate, the other molecules move upto take their place, and the water movesup the celery stalk into the leaves Thisis called capillary action This onlyworks if the tubes are full of liquid tobegin with Since the other celery stalk

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and part of that task force is made up ofcollege students who came down toSanibel Island to learn about the art ofwildlife rehabilitation.

On Tuesday, January 15 CROW hadthree young students helping in variouscapacities around the grounds. Ju'st beforenoon, for example, Jolaine Roycewiczwas babysitting a cluster of tortoise whilethey ate grass At the same time MichelleHead and Daniel Almeida were giving atalk about CROW to a group of visitors.

"All the externs help with everything,"said Almeida. "Cleaning, feeding the ani-mals, holding the animals for injections, x-rays. Just about anything "

The externs come from all over themap to this small barrier island. Almeida isfrom Brazil; Roycewicz is from upstateNew York, Head is from Tennessee. But

Michelle Head, Jolaine Roycewicz and Daniel Almeida hold gopher tortoises.

they all have one thing in common: theycare about animals.

Roycewicz, who attends St. LawrenceUniversity, found out about CROW whilesearching on a data base. She arrived inthe middle of December - about the sametime a flock of pelicans, suffering from anunknown toxicosis, rolled in from LittleGasparilla Island.

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Roycewicz, who has previously workedwith veterinarians from Cornell Universityat Burnett Park (a zoo), said she has great-

ly enjoyed her stay on Sanibel. She hasbiked and gone jogging and walked on thebeach. She has visited Manatee Park,taken a manatee cruise and made a trip tothe Everglades.

"It's been great," said Roycewicz. "Allthe externs and fellows are really nice.They couldn't be a better group of stu-dents."

One of the only drawbacks of herexperience has been the housing CROWhas a building on the grounds for Dr.Cheryl Hoggard, the veterinary intern,and four other externs and fellows. Butthat isn't enough to take care of all ofthem.

Roycewicz has spent the month in ahome owned by Anita Pinder, theOperations Manager. This has meantreturning to CROW at 8 p.m. to do thenight check when it's her turn. It has alsomeant that she has been separated, in theevenings, from the other externs and fel-lows, which can be lonely for a young per-son who is new to the island.

Because of other pressing needs,Deitschel and Pinder have not approachedthe Board of Directors about the housingsituation. But CROW would certainly wel-come any assistance from the public -either housing on the island (particularly inthe summer) or financial contributions toexpand the housing on the CROWgrounds

Michelle Head, who was an extern thisfall, has just returned to CROW for a six-month fellowship. She will be on Sanibeluntil June of 2002. "I really enjoy beingoutdoors, and how natural it is here," saidHead. "I enjoy the people I work with and

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Head has learned a lot from watchingDeitschel in action. "She's very profes-sional and great at answering questions."

Daniel Almeida, a veterinary student inBrazil, has valued seeing first-hand howwildlife medicine works in the UnitedStates. Never having worked with birdsbefore, he has gotten an education fromwatching CROW treat the numerous peli-cans, cormorants, gulls and herons,among others.

"Everything is very interesting," hesaid "It's wonderful how many volunteersare here each day. It's really caught myattention. "#

Clinic for the Rehabilitation ofWildlife, Inc. (CROW) is a non-profitorganization which relies on privatedonations to operate. Financial contri-butions can be mailed to CROW, Box150, Sanibel Island, FL 33957. Guidedtours run at 11 a.m. on weekdays andat 1 p.m. on Sunday. You can reachCROW at 472-3644.

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Water AllocationCompact

Florida, Georgia and Alabamaannounced an agreement in principleon water release schedules for the

Apalachicola/Chattahoochee/Flint (ACF)river basin. After three years of negotia-tions, the states have taken an importantstep forward in resolving their long-stand-ing dispute over the allocation of water inthe ACF basin.

In response to this announcement, BobBendick, southeast division director of TheNature Conservancy, said, "The NatureConservancy has been following theprogress of the ACF Compact for morethan three years We are encouraged bythe apparent agreement on a key elementof the discussions among the states. Theproposal released today reflects several ofthe concepts that we believe are appropri-ate for conservation of the biological valueof the Apalachicola Basin." These include

• Recognizing the need to manage forvariable river flows that are similar to thenatural flow regime.

• Periodic scientific review of theimpacts of the compact which will provideinformation useful to the states and federalagencies in ongoing river management.

While the Conservancy has not yet hadthe opportunity to review all the details, itappears that this agreement is a step for-ward in creating an ecological safety netfor the ACF.

"We must all now work together toensure that the safety net is rarely neededand to encourage the states and federal

agencies to act cooperatively to furtherprotect the long-term health of this excep-tional river system," said Bendick. "Wewill look forward to seeing the full agree-ment in the hope that it fulfills the promiseof this significant announcement."

The Nature Conservancy is concernedabout the future of the Apalachicola Riverbasin because it is home to at least 127rare species of plants and animals and 45of Florida's 62 native habitats. Accordingto a five-year study The NatureConservancy released in March 2000, thearea's striking array of habitats, plants,fish, reptiles and amphibians makes it oneof the top six biodiversity "hot spots" inthe United States.

Commenting on the action by thestates, Kathenne Andrews, director ofgovernment relations for the FloridaChapter of The Nature Conservancy said,"The Florida Department ofEnvironmental Protection has worked par-ticularly hard on bringing scientific analysisand lots of staff effort to the compactprocess. They deserve our thanks for theprogress that is being made."

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These tours are led by experiencedisland naturalists who explain the dynam-ics behind the behavior of the wadingbirds including why they flock together forfeeding, roosting and nesting in the winterand spring. Great Blue Herons havebegun to stake out nesting territory andwill be the first to build their nests.

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Ithink of bromeli-ads, used exten-sively in my land-

scape, as living bou-quets. As a continua-tion of the bromeliadarticle last week mayI share with you theculture of bromeliadsas noted by SelbyGardens.

Yesterday, I hadthe thrill of visitingthe botanical gardenin the lobby of theBellagio Hotel in LasVegas. The garden,

all under glass, features this week bromeli-ads and orchids in a combination of yellowand red, all in containers. In an interviewwith the designer and the head gardener Iwas not surprised that they use onlygreenhouse container grown plants. Theneed to have this garden perfect at alltimes would require that attention.

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, 811Palm Avenue, Sarasota, Florida, growsbromeliads outside and inside. Theirapproach meets the culture needs of ourgardens on Sanibel. I attended a class onbromeliads and the following are excerptsfrom that lecture.

There are more than 2500 species ofBromeliads, almost all native to theAmericas. They grow as epiphytes in the

Aechmea fasciata

wild, using trees, shrubs and even fenceposts for support.

Potting: Most bromeliads can be pottedwith success. I find many are happiermounted on driftwood or the tree fernplaques used for orchids.

Watering: If there is a central cup, keepit filled with water, flushing it out once aweek to keep the water fresh. 1 do this

task with the garden hose, as all mybromeliads are grown out of doors. Themounted bromeliads I water, again withthe garden hose, unless there has beenadequate rain. Bromeliads can be overwatered and should be well drained.Remember that soft leafed-piants needmore water than a plant with stiff leaves.

Light: There is no hard rule for all

bromeliads. The hard, spiny, thick -leafedplants, the gray-green, silvery leafed plantscan take sun for longer periods of time.Be aware of the strength of our sun. Ihave burned the leaves of those plants.My safe approach is to give the hundredplants or so along the banks of my lakeshifting light that is provided by a group ofAustralian Pines. If the plant leaves suffersun burn they can acquire secondary infec-tions. Easy rule: Nidulariums require theleast light, Neoregelias the most. Theintense reds in the leaves require sun to bemaintained. The Neoregelia is a fineexample.

Fertilizing: I seldom feed and if so, I useplant food diluted the same as for myorchids. Never place dry plant food in thebromeliad cup. A lazy way I find is tospread a little slow release such asOsmocote on the soil three times a year.

Temperature: Temperature rangesbetween 50 degrees to 90 degrees workadequately for my common style gardenbromeliads. Again, the thicker the leaf themore heat they will tolerate. The same asfor orchids: excellent air circulation, highhumidity, but excellent drainage. Waterbefore noon time. If this rule is followedthe rate of insects, fungus should be low.Do not use copper or products containingcopper around bromeliads.

Blooming: The inflorescence on mostof my bromeliads lasts several months—afew only a week or so. After the mother

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plant starts to die, following the bloom-ing process, the plant produces babies orcorrectly termed pups-small plants aroundthe old plant. I leave the plants but cleanout the mother plant. They can be easilycut off with scissors, knife, clippers-wear-ing heavy gloves. Leave the pups on untilthey are two-thirds the size of the motherplant. I give, at this point, the motherplant a diluted fertilizer. I do dip the sepa-rated pups into Rootone before plantingthem.

Potting mix: I use one third bark chips,one third perlite and one third soil-lessmix, such as Metro Mix 500.1 use Fafardwhen I can find that product. My bromeli-ads are planted on top of the ground thathas several layers of decomposed materi-als and good top soil. I really dislike usingperlite; while excellent for drainage, it isnoticeable in the flower beds. I use mulchto cover it but it still escapes.

I find this is the best culture for my out-doors bromeliads. It works for me. Just aswith the growing of orchids each of us hasdiscovered our own best methods. I dorely heavily on the teachings of SelbyGardens for bromeliads and orchids.

The Caloosahatchee Bromeliad Societymeets the third Sunday of each month(except April and December) at the LeeCounty Garden Council and ActivitiesCenter, 2646 Cleveland Avenue, FortMyers. I attend as my schedule permits.They are a special, knowledgeable group,and we have our own Judy Hicks onSanibel. .#

Dr. Granberry is president of theSanibel-Captiva Orchid Society. She is awell-known Orchid hobbyist, lecturer,writer, and a Master Gardener. She holdsa B.S. degree in Horticulture and gradu-ate degrees in Psychology.

Guide For Landscaping With Bromeliads

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bracteatablanchetianadistichantharubenseurycorymbus

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ANANAS (pineapples)bracteatuscomosusnanus

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CANISTRUMaurantiacum

CRYPTANTHUSbahianus

DYCKIAbreuifoliafosterianaremotiflora

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BILLBERGIAvittatazebr'mabrasiliensisnutansmeyeri

HOHENBERGIAstellatarosea

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26 GardeningOn Sanibel

by Hulda Walters

"You're onlygiven a little sparkof madness. Youmustn't lose it. Thefirst step in gettingthe things youwant out of life isthis. Decide whatyou want "

Anonymousi eaders, didyou know we

uhave our ownmini-botanical garden on Sanibel It islocated at Kathy Boone's home onMain Street. I was fortunate enough tohave a guided tour through Kathy'sgarden by the dear lady herself. Agroup of 30 of us followed Kathythrough her garden as she articulatelydescribed the virtues of her mostlyFlorida native plant collection.

The extraordinary variety of plants,many having rea'ched maturity in onlythe seven years that Kathy has been •building this garden is a privilege tosee.

1 will name some of the highlightsof the garden in case you will want toadd them to your landscape These

are plants that are available at thenative nursery that Kathy runs. Somecities in our country have the foresightto preserve the historically interestinghome sites. Kathy Boone's home andgarden is one that should be preservedfor posterity. Sanibel made someeffort at this by moving a few historicbuildings to the city compound, butthe historic value of the sites is goneforever.

The City recently spent millions ofdollars on a small amount of vacantland along Periwinkle Way and keepsoverlooking opportunities for acquir-ing historic parcels. Unbelievable!

The Native Plant nursery, a part ofSanibel-Captiva ConservationFoundation, was started in the late70s by Dick Workman and has provento be an asset for our island. Kathyhas been working there since 1984and watched its growth with great sat-isfaction. I have a copy of DickWorkman's book Growing Nativewhich illustrates these various plants.Some of the plants we admired inKathy's yard were various palms asthe Buckeneer palm, two royal palms,the silver and green thatch palms, awild lime bush, the firebush, severalcycads, a strangler fig, several speciesof the geiger tree, Bahama Cassia(which attracts butterflies) as well asone of her favorite trees, the FloridaFiddlewood.

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Kathy has a small rose garden andsays that every time a dear friendpasses away she plants a rose in their | |"Q | pj j p Qmemory. She also plants some annu- >2als just for color and she never spraysinsecticide as she wants the bugs,which entice more birds to this habi-tat. Kathy also uses a great deal ofmulch, not only to hold in the mois-ture but to enrich the soil gradually,and it should be applied every year.

This tour was indeed a wonderfullearning experience for all who werein attendance as there is so much tobe learned about gardening on Sanibel

Happy Gardening!^

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Master Gardener training includes 70hours of classroom and field training.Master Gardener graduates are required toparticipate in volunteer activities as direct-ed by the Extension Agent. For an appli-cation and more information, contactLetha at 461-7514.^

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Members of the Shell IslandsGarden Club please take note.The February 12 meeting has

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Whitecaps DeniedAttorney Mark Ebelini called the '

Whitecaps' situation "unique" because ofthe size of the "cottage-style" units.

The Commission also granted a contin-uance "to a date uncertain" of the publichearing on the Scribantes' request for adevelopment permit. The applicants,through their attorney, Kevin Jursinski,submitted revised building plans and arevised site plan for the property at 6089and 6111 Sanibel-Captiva Road. Jursinskiindicated the Scribantes will apply for aminor subdivision of the 4.79-acre parcelwithin the next few days.

Planning Director Bruce Rogers toldcommissioners that a request for propos-als on the "disproportionately large hous-es" issue has been sent out, with February15 set as the date to receive consultants'outlines of "their approach on the pro-ject."

The request includes "writing straight-forward and objective standards (for limit-ing the size of single family dwellings) thatdo not inordinately burden existing use ofreal property or a vested right to a specificuse."

Commission Vice Chair MarieGargano asked for an educational work-shop on the subject of coastal constructionsetbacks, an issue which will have "enor-mous implications on redevelopment andbuild back" in the City, Rogers said.

It also was reported that a user fee con-sultant workshop has been scheduled forFebruary 27 .#

Fined $10,500 ForCutting Trees

During Tuesday's PlanningCommission meeting, CityAttorney Doug Wyckoff reported

that a property owner on Ladyfinger• Lake Road will pay $10,500 in fines forcutting down 23 protected species oftrees at the site.

David Truelsen, 5304 Ladyfinger LakeRoad, did not obtain the required permit,according to Wyckoff. The destroyed treesincluded cabbage palms and a large stran-gler fig. Johnnie Fischer was the contrac-tor who performed the work, and Wyckoffsaid the City will attempt to go after himin the amount of $55,000.

Following the recent code enforcementsession, Truelsen also was ordered toreplant with 78 new trees at a cost ofapproximately $10,000, according to RayHendzel, Sanibel code enforcement offi-cer. He added: "This will make everybodymore aware (that) if you get caught, theCity will come after you as hard as wecan. We will prosecute," Hendzel said.

Commissioner Marie Gargano askedfor press publicity on the incident as adeterrent to potential violators.^

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City ManagerTo Speak

City Manager Judie Zimomra willaddress the CondominiumAssociations of Sanibel (CASI) on

January 31. This is CASI's PresidentsBreakfast, an event that is held annuallyto introduce new people and topics tothe condominium community. Everyoneis welcome.

The breakfast will be held at the IslandHouse Restaurant. An informal receptionline and registration will begin at 8 a.m.The breakfast buffet begins at 8:30. Ms.Zimomra will speak from 9 to 10 a.m.Reservations are required For reserva-tions or more information, call466-9750.$

Summer, BudgetSchedule Set

City Council has adopted its meet-ing schedule through September,2002.

Both the May 21 and July 2 regularmeetings have been canceled as part ofthe spring/summer vacation schedule. AnAugust meeting also may be eliminated,depending on the Council workload.

The proposed City budget for 2003will be presented to Council at its July 16meeting, along with a resolution to set the2002 millage rate.

Public hearings on the proposed bud-get and tax rate are scheduled forSaturday, September 7 at 9 a.m. andTuesday, September 17 at 5:01 p.m. fol-lowing the regular Council meeting #

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Gil Shaham and Goran Sollscher

Violinist Gil Shaham, in his ScheinHall recital on Januai-y 3 1 , willperform with world-class guitarist

Goran Sollscher in a program they areputting together for their second CDrecording Their first CD, Paganini ForTwo was released in 1994, and was oneof the ten best-selling classical albums inthe United States that year. Shaham isinternationally recognized by audiencesand many noted critics as one of today'smost virtuosic and engaging classicalartists. He is sought after throughout theworld for concerto appearances.

Goran Sollscher who was educated inScandinavia, including studies at theMalmo Conservatory and at the RoyalConservatory of Copenhagen, embarkedon an international career after winningthe first prize at the "ConcoursInternationale de Guitare" in Paris, in1978. He holds Sweden's sole professor-ship in guitar performance and is a record-

ing artist for Duetsche GrammophonICM Artists, Ltd, exclusive manage-

ment for Gil Shaham, advised BIG ARTS,Mr Shaham asked Mr Sollscher "to jointhe recital tour in order for them to worktogether extensively" The program onSanibel will include works by Schubert,Paganini and Piazzolla A Boston criticwho attended a private performance forthe unusual duo wrote: "The performanceitself was spectacular .. two incrediblemusicians working precisely together toproduce some beautiful pieces by Paganini... his (Shaham's) rich and mature soundwas mesmerizing .. Sollscher, the gui-tarist, entered the world of harmony byclosing his eyes and gently rocking to themusic .. it was an experience that soaredbeyond my expectations."

The concert is at 8 p.m., ScheinPerformance Hall, BIG ARTS, SanibelTickets are available for $45. Call BIGARTS 395-0900.&

William North In Monet's garden, Giverny,France

Oil paintings of historic Fort Myershomes are featured in an exhibi-tion of original works by area

artist William North at the BroadwayPalm Dinner Theatre Gallery

The exhibit of 20 paintings will contin-ue through February 18

Among the historic sites are theEdison, Ford, Burroughs and Langford-Kingston Homes Also shown are paint-ings of the Fort Myers Yacht Basin andthe Edison banyan tree

Landscapes of local scenes include sev-eral of the Ding Darling Wildlife Refuge onSanibel and the Six Mile Cypress SloughStill life paintings of Florida oranges, forwhich the artist is also known, are in theexhibit.

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Many of the paintings in the show areavailable in limited edition prints at thetheatre gift shop

The Broadway Palm Theatre is locatedat 1380 Colonial Boulevard, Fort Myers inthe Royal Palm Square >#

Burn The FloorOn Tour

It's the coolest, the hottest, the sexiestand the most entertaining theatrical sen-sation to hit the stage1 Bum the Floor

embarks on the second leg of its US tourbeginning February 1 at the Barbara BMann Performing Arts Center The tourheats up 18 cities through April 7. TheFort Myers Performance is sponsored byShelton Audi.

The International Ballroom dance spec-tacular was greeted with raves and danc-ing in the aisles when it kicked off its sec-ond world tour in Australia in July of lastyear The USA tour was initially scheduledto open September 11, 2001 in Denverbut was delayed by a day for obvious rea-sons. Once opened, The Denver Postnoted, "Burn the Floor lifts the spirits ofthe audience . it allows us to dream thatthe world is a better place." The NationalPost in Canada praised the Torontoappearance, calling it, "Strictly sizzling!"

Producer Harley Medcalf has onceagain gathered over two dozen championBallroom dancers from around the world -Ireland, Australia, Japan, Italy, Norwayand Great Britain. With a totally new look,Bum the Floor premiered in Perth in July2001, followed by Melbourne, Sydneyand Brisbane, before traveling to MonteCarlo and North America. The alreadyelectric show heats up with the addition ofsizzling video that accompanies thedancers.

The Waltz, Cha-Cha, Samba, Rumba,Lindy, Jive and Swing all get a thoroughwork out in

In just two years, the Australian-pro-duced show has become an internationalsuccess story Burn the Floor has per-formed at the Royal Albert Hall inLondon, Radio City Music Hall in NewYork, and cities as diverse as Helsinki,Dublin and Vienna.

"Our first tour to America in the springof 2000 was a spectacular success bothwith the public and the media. Supportfrom the dance world, the general public,the media and celebrity attendees includ-ing Steven Spielberg and Rene Russo, cer-tainly brought us great attention — andaudiences," said Medcalf. "We are sopleased that this time we will be playing inmore intimate theatrical settings, which iswhy we reconceived parts of the show."

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"Talk Back-On Asher'sCommand

It was a very exciting evening at The J.Howard Wood Theatre on FridayJanuary 11 The audience was given

the unique opportunity to discuss theWorld Premiere of the award winningplay Asher's Command with the castafter a performance. This "Talk Back"was particularly special since the play-wright Marilyn Felt and New York CityDirector Tony Giordano were also onstage to answer questions.

The play deals with the relationshipbetween a Palestinian civilian and a JewishCommander. Since the play is especiallytimely with political events in the world, ithas an additional layer of what is already acontroversial subject. Artistic ProducerRobert Schelhammer portrays Samir, oneof the two main characters, so the eveningwas moderated by friend and guest HalCantor from BIG ARTS who opened thediscussion by asking the audience to lookat the play's structure and art rather thanas a contemporary event. The audiencefelt that this was a very difficult task, buttried their best with their questions andcomments.

One of the most exciting parts of a talkback is hearing the playwright's and thedirector's intentions and the path that theyhave chosen to take the audience. The fol-lowing is a compilation of answers toquestions as well as some comments fromthe audience-

...the characters wantedto be friends, politics andreligion made it impossi-ble for them to do so.

Marilyn, a native New Yorker nowresiding in Massachusetts stated that shewas originally inspired by seeing a hugeBoston headline in 1988 regarding thedeath of a Jewish child jp a small village ofthe Israeli- Occupied West Bank The nextday a much smaller article appeared ofwhat had actually occurred, which inspiredher to write the play similar to a Greektragedy with its characters having nobleaspirations but not given any choice oftheir fates

Some theatre-goers unfamiliar with thehistory of the Palestinian/Israeli experi-ences wanted more explained through thestory; others thought that a time table ofhistorical events printed in the programmight help future audiences follow the sto-ryline

Director Tony Giordano was quick topoint out that a play will not reflect 100percent of the news, it is not a true sliceof life. Asher's Command gives theinsight of the difficult agony of the men'srelationship, that although the characters

wanted to be friends, politics and religionmade it impossible for them to do so.

Someone saw the play as slanted. Therest of the audience did not Marilyn wasvery insightful when she said that shewrote the play empowering the Jewishpeople. She stated that she herself isJewish and finds that many times Jews willbe portrayed as underdogs Underdogswill usually capture the sympathy of anaudience so the slanted point of view mayhave come from that. A gentleman com-mented that if she tried not to offend any-body it would ruin the play.

The audience said that they felt thedanger and horror of the situation fromboth sides When asked, Manlyn said thatthe supporting characters (the radicals)were written to be played by the sameactor or actress... each portraying a mir-rored character from both the Jewish andPalestinian sides

"Is this production what you had envi-sioned when you wrote Asher'sCommand?" Felt used an analogy "If youhad a child that you loved, but had to

leave it in an orphanage and after manyyears, you came back to see the child andit had grown so much, it would be morethan you could have imagined"

Giordano continued with how impor-tant the roles of the actors become in theprocess of taking the characters that theplaywright has wntten and breathing lifeinto them He warned that readings,although important to a work in progress,may be deceptive to a listening audiencesince it doesn't give you the flesh that anactor and director will bring to the stageThe audience concurred. They agreed thatthe characters were well written, wonder-fully directed and acted They loved theset, lights and costumes Asher'sCommand is a true ensemble effort

Someone in the audience said"Successful theatre enlightens I now knowmore than when I came in." The rest ofthe audience nodded Asher's Commandis definitely moving and thought provok-ing. No answer is given in the final act.You must make up your own

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Officers Retire"It has been my great honor and privi-

lege to serve the citizens of Sanibel," hesaid. "I cannot put into words how thank-ful and appreciative I am for all the sup-port they have given me over the years. Ihave done my very best to make themproud to have me as one of their lawenforcement officers and Chief of Policefor the past six years."

Phillips joined the newly-formedSanibel Police Department in 1975 andwas promoted to Sergeant of PoliceInvestigations on November 1, 1981 . Hebecame Police Lieutenant in 1986,Assistant Chief of Police in 1991 andChief in 1996.

Early in his career he twice received theFort Myers News-Press Public ServiceAward; in 1992 he received the FloridaCouncil on Crime Delinquency ChapterXIX Distinguished Service Award for LawEnforcement.

The Sanibel & Captiva IslandsChamber of Commerce honored him withthe Walter Klie Lifetime AchievementAward last year.

After receiving an AA degree fromEdison Community College, Phillips com-pleted an additional 90 education coursesand attended two top police administra-tion schools: the FBI Academy and theSouthern Police Institute. He's alsoreceived an Associate Degree in Sciencein criminal justice technology from Edisonin 1990 and a BA in criminology and psy-chology from the University of South

Florida in 1994.Serving as director of the City's

Emergency Management Program wasamong Primm's job responsibilities.During his tenure with the department heserved on the American Red Cross Boardof Directors and as chairperson of theSanibel Police Officers' Pension Board.

He also was a member of the depart-ment's Critical Incident Stress DebriefingTeam and a member of the Florida andInternational Chiefs of Police Associations.

Tomlinson has been assigned theresponsibility of directing the City'sEmergency Management Program andwill coordinate a Community HurricanePreparation Task Force in anticipation ofthe 2002 hurricane season.

At press time neither-Phillips, Zimomranor Sanibel Mayor Nola Theiss was avail-able for comment.^'

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Theatre CastleRaffle Winner

The J. Howard Wood Theatre ishappy to announce the winner ofits December Charity raffle. "Every

Man's Home is His Castle Raffle." Theraffle was held to help raise money andcommunity awareness of the goodworks of Habitat For Humanity of LeeCounty.

Fort Myers resident Robert Moore wasextremely excited and couldn't believe thathe won half the pot when his ticket wasdrawn Saturday, January 5 following theclosing performance of The Lion InWinter. Robert and Habitat each received$348.50.

The two foot by two foot castle wasbuilt by a Habitat volunteer and wasmanned throughout the run of the the-atre's production by Habitat volunteerswho were able to display pamphlets andspeak with theatre-goers in the lobbybefore, after and during intermission ofthe show.

In addition to the raffle. HabitatPresident Barbara Beck spoke at anevening performance and appeared onWINK-TV with star performer Steve Wise.

The J. Howard Wood is a not-for-prof-it organization that believes that involve-ment in the community is extremelyimportant. If you know of a group orcause that might be helped with promo-tion from the theatre, please call HoneyLarsen at 472-4109.*

InternationalArtist Workshop

Local painter/instructor. GaleBennett, director of the famedannual April to October "Art

Study/Givemy" programs held on loca-tion in Claude Monet's world renowngarden outside of Paris, France, is lead-ing the first session of his "ImpressionistLandscape and Figure PaintingWorkshop" at the Alliance for the Artsthis Saturday, January 26

Bennett is an innovative teacher whoutilizes demonstration and studio time fol-lowed by a European stele "grande cri-tique" to give students the best possiblelearning experiences. Subsequent sessionswith this master instructor, which are$130 for Alliance Members and $150 fornon-members, are February 16 andMarch 23.

The Alliance is located at 10091McGregor Boulevard. That's onMcGregor at Colonial, on the south sideof the Midpoint Bridge overpass. Formore information visit or call the Allianceat 939-2787. Remember, the first ofBennett's three workshops is thisSaturday, January 26. The time to regis-ter for this world-class artistic learningexperience is now.^J

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f you can't make it up to Broadwaythis season but you're longing to hearsome old Broadway favorites, the Old

j Schoolhouse Theater is the place to be.— Broadway Tonight, the latest JT Smith

production at the brightly painted islandlandmark theatre, offers a smorgasbordof tunes from musicals ranging fromKiss Me Kate to Phantom of theOpera.

The Old Schoolhouse Foundation con-tinues to lavish refurbishment funds on thetheater and its grounds. The latest roundof improvements, completed in Decemberinclude a carefully laid out and well litparking lot partially accented with pavingstones. The improvements make access tothe box office entrance easier and safer,especially for the less sure-footed.

Inside the theater, bringing Broadwayto life with the help of musical directorKenneth Jones and percussionist MiguelCitron are four talented performers. ErikHogan is an Old Schoolhouse veteranwho has brought his versatile skills tomany productions here. Joining Hoganon stage are three vibrant performersincluding the charming Sarah Kuhns andtwo other fresh new faces; Jennifer

Rhoads and Tituss Burgess, both just outof college and bursting with enthusiasm.

Set design by Evan Turtle, also new tothe theater this season, is a bit spare, lack-ing the usual kitschy touches that the OldSchoolhouse is known for. The simpleblack set, accented with some glittery trimand consisting of a triangular platformwith purple painted stairs provides a back-drop for the cast members to strut theirstuff. Marilyn St. John once again cos-tumes her cast elegantly, dressing thelovely ladies in well-fitted evening gownsand the men in evening wear. The outra-geous get-ups for the comic sequenceswork well, eliciting appreciative laughterfrom the audience.

In the opening sequence the cast mem-bers offer up a rendition of Let UsEntertain You from Gypsy and they keeptheir promise throughout the show, keep-ing the entertainment coming at a breath

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taking pace. One ofSmith's strengths as a cre-ator of shows at the OldSchoolhouse is that heknows his audience welland knows what they liketo see and hear. If you're aregular Old Schoolhousetheatergoer you will find nogreat surprises in the waythe show proceeds, but asalways, the level of talentand energy displayed bythe performers is high.

Choreography by ArtieD'Alessio is excellent, par-ticularly in the wonderful

42nd Street dance number that caps offthe show. Other highlights include ErikHogan's utterly goofy One Last Kiss,long-legged Jennifer Rhoads' BroadwayBaby, and Sarah Kuhn's moving renditionof Much More from the musical TheFantastiks which just closed after anastonishing 42-year run. Stranger InParadise from Kismet provides a greatshowcase for the stunning vocal talents ofTituss Burgess. Cell Block Tango fromthe musical Chicago is a hilarious comicnumber that gives the cast members(including Miguel Citron and Evan Turtle)a wonderful chance to ham it up.

Broadway Tonight plays at the OldSchoolhouse Theater through March 2.For ticket reservations, contact the boxoffice at 472-6862.#

Quilting Classes

The Island Seniors Program, City ofSanibel, will sponsor quilting class-es in February- Dorothy Higbie will

instruct an Intermediate ClassBeginners are welcome to participate.Higbie has won several national awardsincluding Pennsylvania's Reserve GrandChampion Award. Photos of her quiltsare featured in numerous craft and quilt-ing magazines. The class beginsFebruary 1 and meets four Fridays from9 a.m. to noon. Registration and pre-payment of $40 are required. Interestedquilters should call the Seniors Programoffice at 472-5743.#

Island WritersJoint Meeting

The three Island Writers Groups willhold a joint meeting at the SanibelLibrary on Wednesday, January

30 at 7.30 p.m. Individuals who areinterested in joining a group are invitedto attend. You will meet members of thewriters' groups on the islands, discoverwhat a writers' group is all about andlearn firsthand about the two "Reads"held each season at BIG ARTS. Therewill be a short business meeting from7:30 to 8 p.m. that prospective mem-bers need not attend. The program fol-lows immediately.

Three aspiring playwrights - BobMaxeiner from Group 1, Ruth Iyengarfrom Group 2 and Claudia Bums, a mem-ber of Group 3 - will present scenes fromtheir plays. The plays were read by theSanibel Playreading/Critiquing Group lastseason and were aU well received. Thisshould be a most entertaining evening andit is the last joint meeting of the season.For additional information, please callRuth Iyengar at 395-1438 or contact herby email at ryi39@aol.com.3#:

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i ave March for Music" has longkbeen the motto of Sanibel"Music Festival, now in its 16th

year of bringing a series of extraordinaryartists and exciting classical repertoire,all at affordable ticket prices, to appre-ciative audiences every spring Thisyear, when faced with the opportunityto bring a group of notable young musi-cians to the local scene in February,SMF organizers didn't miss a beat Infact, they added an exciting measure ofeducation at no cost for selected stu-dents and families

In cooperation with Bank of theIslands, Sanibel Music Festival presentsMusicians from the Ravinia Festival'sSteans Institute for Young Artists. Nineyoung professionals on piano and stringswill present a variety of ensemble perfor-mances on Sunday afternoon, February10 in the auditorium at Shell PointCommunity Complimentary tickets willbe offered through area schools to musicstudents and their parents. General admis-sion tickets for $15 (checks only, please)are available to the public at Bank of theIslands on Sanibel, or the concert line395-1261 and at the door

The Steans Institute for Young Artistsis an adjunct to the famous summer-longRavinia Festival at Highland Park, Illinois.Sanibel Music Festival and the Steansshare a mutual objective of promoting thecareers of young artists through perfor-mance opportunities. At the SteansInstitute, students and recent graduates of

Ravinia's Steans Institute

such prestigious music programs as TheJuilhard School, the Curtis Institute ofMusic and the New England Conservatoryof Music Preparatory School study withrenowned violinist Minam Fried. A mem-ber of the faculty at Indiana UniversitySchool of Music, Fried serves as facultychairman for the instrumental program atthe Steans, where she holds the Mane-Louise and Samuel R. Rosenthal Chair forViolin.

Appeanng from the Steans underFried's direction at Shell PointCommunity will be Ayano Ninomiya, MilaGeorgieva and Sara Sitllock, violin; EveWickert and Brian Chen, viola; Miguel

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Angel Clares and Mark Kosower, cello;and Einav Yarden, piano Their repertoirewill include Beethoven's Piano Quartet inE-flat Major, Op. 16, Samuel Barber'sAdagio for Strings, Op. 11, and aMendelssohn octet. A piano solo will com-plete the program that begins at 2 30p m Sunday, February 10 &

Local Club HostsArea Members

Over 60 West Florida Zontiansgathered Tuesday, January 15, asthe Zonta Club of Sanibel-Captiva

hosted the annual Area 6 IntercityDinner Held at St Charles HarbourYacht Club, the dinner featured a pro-gram of storytelling and reports by clubson service projects.

Representatives of clubs fromHighlands County, Fort Myers, Naples,Bonita Springs, Punta Gorda/PortCharlotte and Sarasota joined Sanibel-Captiva Zontians for the evening and werewelcomed by Esther Saltzman, club presi-dent

Maggie Mulhns, expert storyteller and amember of the Sanibel-Captiva club, toldher original story, "Amelia's Bloomers,"about loosening the restrictions ofwomen's clothing Mullins then led theaudience in giving personal experienceswith improving the status of women

Chaired by Joanne Marriott and DorisTrowbridge, the program also includedbnef reports by each club on its favonteservice project Club efforts included sup-port and mentoring for pregnantteenagers, work with recovering womenaddicts and scholarship aid for womenreturning to school

An international service organization,Zonta has over 35,000 members world-wide dedicated to advancing the causes ofwomen Service projects are a requiredpart of each club's annual program ofactivities.

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Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre pre-sents the Sammy Kaye Orchestrain concert for one night only on

Monday, March 4. America's numberone big band will take you on a journeyof musical memories with hits madepopular by Sammy Kaye during a fabu-lous era in music history. Songs includeDaddy, It Isn't Fair, The Old LampLighter, Room Full of Roses, ChickeryChick, Harbor Lights, and many more.The evening features the popularSammy Kaye singing group, The ThreeKaydets, with vocalists Ray Lamere andKarina Calabro. Roger Thorpe hasdirected the world-famous orchestra tocritical and box office acclaim aroundthe country.

Sammy Kaye fell in love with music atan early age. His college band gigs grewfrom whistle stop one-nighters to choicelocations where radio networks helped the

Kaye musical signature catch on acrossthe country. "Swing and Sway withSammy Kaye" became a multi-million dol-lar slogan in the 1930s as the orchestraplayed such prestigious venues as theWaldorf-Astoria, the Roosevelt Hotel Grill,and top Las Vegas hotels,

Roger Thorpe began playing the trum-pet at the age of 10. He first met SammyKaye in 1972. They became close profes-sional and personal friends. In 1986,Sammy turned over the baton to theSwing and Sway Orchestra to Roger.Sammy passed away in 1987, but hismusic lives on.

Tickets for the Sammy Kaye Orchestrain concert are $35 for dinner and theshow at Broadway Palm.CaU 278-4422for reservations, stop by the box office at1380 Colonial Boulevard in Fort Myers,or order online atwww.broadwaypalm.com.??

Chinese NewYear Celebration

Aspectacular Chinese New YearCelebration will be held onSaturday evening, March 2, at the

Philharmonic Center for the Arts, withproceeds benefiting the Naples Museumof Art Endowment Fund and the continu-ing education of all children and adultswho visit the Museum. Tickets go on saleto the general public on Thursday,January 10.

The celebration, commemorating theYear of the Horse, will feature costumedhosts, actors and musicians, calligraphersand chop-maker, magicians and fortunetellers, a silent auction, Dragon Dance andmore. Patrons will enjoy a special dinnerand live auction by Christie's. The mainevent is a colorful stage show in HayesHall featuring acrobats, aerialists anddancers from Splendid China.

The Chinese New Year Celebrationcomplements The Robert and Kay GowCollection of Ancient Chinese Art, a per-manent Museum collection on display inthe first;floor galleries, and Treasures of theChinese Scholar, on display at the Museumfrom February 8 through April 28 .

The Friends of Art at the Naples 'Museum of Art and Galleries is the supportgroup for the visual arts at thePhilharmonic Center for the Arts and theNaples Museum of Art. Formed in 1990,Friends of Art is an organization of nearly .2,000 members. For more information onthe event, contact Customer Service at941-597-1900.*

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Photorealism: The Ijff Collection, aworld-class, never-before-seen exhi-bition showcasing paintings by virtu-

ally all of the major photorealist paintersopens at the Naples Museum of Art onFriday, January 25, and runs throughSunday, June 2. An opening day exhibi-tion lecture will be presented at thePhilharmonic Center Daniels Pavilion onFriday, January 25, at 10 a.m.

Photorealism has earned a placeamong the few post-World War II artmovements - along with abstract expres-sionism and pop art - that will endure overtime. Using photographs as their models,photorealist painters often depict every-day, ordinary reality with stunning profi-ciency, wit and irony. The Liff Collectionis a landmark survey of this important artmovement.

General admission tickets for theNaples Museum of Art are $6 for adultsand $3 for students. Tickets for the lec-ture, Photorealism: The Liff Collection are$15 for adults, $7 for students and $12for Friends of Art members. For moreinformation or to order tickets for the lec-ture, contact Customer Service at 941-597-1900 or toll free800-597-1900. Tickets are also availableat the Philharmonic Ticket Outlet atCoastland Center mall. The NaplesMuseum of Art and the PhilharmonicCenter for the Arts are at 5833 PelicanBay Boulevard in Naples.^

Fort Myers Beach Art Association

Winter JuriedShow Opens

On Sunday, January 27 the FortMyers Beach Art Association willhold its opening reception for the

"Winter Juried Show", an exhibitionwhich was open to all eleven art leaguesin the three-county Art Council ofSouthwest Florida. The exhibition wasjuried and judged by Edward Minchinduring his visit as a Famous Artist teach-ing a mixed media workshop this pastweek at the Art Association.

The reception from 2 to 4 p.m. isopen to all to come and view the artworkand the presentation of over $700 inawards. The show will be on exhibit untilFebruary 27. The Art Association is locat-ed at Donora and Shell Mound Boulevardson the Beach and is open Mondaythrough Saturday 10 a.m. to4 p.m. and Sunday noon to 4 p.m. Forfurther information call 463-3909.

Outdoor Painters On The DocksThis Wednesday, January 2 3 will find

the Outdoor Painters of the Fort MyersBeach Art Association at the area ofBeach Seafood on Shrimp Boat Lane onSan Carlos Island. They will have lots topaint in this area including the shrimpboat docks. They invite visiting artists tojoin in their morning session from8:30 a.m. to Noon, Next Wednesday,January 30 they will be located near thehome of Fred Bushnell at 675.MatanzasStreet on the Beach. For further informa-tion call Pauline Cormier at 46.6-7148.#

Fort Myers Beach Art Association

Art News

The Fort Myers Beach ArtAssociation has a busy schedule ofevents on the upcoming calendar.

The "Winter Juried Show" had its open-ing reception on Sunday, January 20

• with the award presentations. Famousartist Edward Minchin, judged this exhi-bition, which was open to all membersof the eleven art leagues of the ArtCouncil of Southwest Florida. The showis in both galleries of the Art Associationand will be on exhibit until February 27.

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with a model meets from 1 to 4 p.m. andthe Indoor Painters meet Wednesday from9 a.m. to noon. On Monday, February.4Lee Ackert will begin a seven-week seriesof watercolor-classes with intermediatestudents meeting 9 a.m. to noon andbeginners 1 to 4 p.m. June O'Connell willbegin her series of watercolor classes onTuesday, February 5 from 9 a.m. tonoon. To sign up for any of the activitiesand classes call the ArtAssociation at463-3909, or stop by the galleries at thecorner of Donora and Shell MoundBoulevards on the Beach. The galleriesare open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondaythrough Saturday and noon to4 p.m. on Sunday.

Outdoor PaintersOn Wednesday, January 30 the

Outdoor Painting group of the ArtAssociation will meet in the area of theFred Bushnell home at 675 MatanzasStreet on the Beach. The group meetsfrom 8:30 a.m. to noon followed by a cri-

. tique and their brown bag lunch. Theyinvite visiting artists to join them as theypaint at a different site around the countyeach week. Next Wednesday, February 6they gather at the Holiday Inn at 6890Estero Boulevard on the Beach. For fur-ther information call Pauline Cormier at466-7148.&

Arts AndCrafts Show

The Siesta Key's Invitational FineArts and Crafts Show, which willbenefit the Ronald McDonald

House, will take place at Siesta KeyBeach (in the ballfield area) onWednesday, January 30 from 10 a.m.to 5 p.m. and Thursday, January 31from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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is a funi and nostalgic'musical revue of

the '50s written, direct-ed and staged by localwriter and performerVictor Legarreta. It'splaying through March2 at the Off BroadwayPalm Theatre and stars

five talented young performers who singand dance the night away. Elisa Carlson isthe musical director and she not onlyaccompanies everyone on the keyboard,she also joins in the singing and does agood job. This allows the other four per-formers to make their costume changesand there are lots of them. Melody L.Baugh and Stacie May Hassler areadorable as poodle skirted teens in the firstact and move smoothly to sophisticatedBroadway sirens in satin in the second act.The same can be said for Gavin Kenny,and Jeff March who make the transitionfrom typical teens to sophisticated gents intuxes.

First Sh-Boom! takes you through thepop songs of the '50s with Why Do FoolsFall In Love, Yakety-Yak, Diana, Bye,Bye, Love and a host of others. Youwatch the teenagers go through the awk-wardness of dating, the pain of rejection,drive-in movies, the corner soda-shop andtrying to sneak one over on dad.

There's a segment from I Love Lucy

where Lucy tries out for a commercial sell-ing Vitameatavegamin, which is 90 per-cent alcohol. It's a classic and Stacie han-dles it beautifully Jeff was a cross betweenthe Big Bopper and Randy Quaid andshowed a lot of personality in his variousskits. He also has a very good voice andhe's from Nebraska — Go Big Red! (I'm aformer Nebraskan.) Gavin is a handsomelad, he reminded me of my favoritenephew. He has a voice and stage pres-ence to match his good looks. Melody alsohas a lovely voice. I especially liked herrenditions of Climb Every Mountain andWhistle A Happy Tune.

The "That's Entertainment Segment inAct II ran through the Tony winners of the'50s and the cast was outstanding in thissegment. From South Pacific, a grassskirted Jeff comes on stage... and justwhen you think he's going to sing There IsNothing Like A Dame he launches intoBali Hai. He also does a mean EthelMerman later on. My other favorites wereexerpts from Guys and Dolls, DamnYankees, and Music Man. The wholecast took part in this one bouncing in theirseats as they sang the fast moving lyrics toThe Rock Island Number

There was also a tribute to Elvis whichincluded a slide show as the real King sangLove Me Tender. The pictures were onesI'd never seen and I'm as staunch an Elvisfan as anyone. That made it all the moreinteresting.

Probably the funniest part of the

Melody Baugh, Gavin Kenny, Elisa Carlson, Jeff March and Stacie Hassler take everyonedown memory lane.

evening was during a spoof of the$64,000 Question TV show. A mannamed Harold was brought on stage andplaced in the "hot box" to see if he couldanswer the question. He had 30 secondsto answer. Judging from the look on hisface it must have felt like 30 minutes.Harold was a good sport.

Victor did a marvelous job with Sh-

Boom! He had the right combination ofmusic, story line and choreography tomake the whole evening most enjoyable.If you like the music of the '50s, I suggestyou make reservations to see this delight-ful musical revue. Simply call the OffBroadway Palm Theatre at 278-4422 forreservations, or visit the box office at1380 Colonial Boulevard in Fort Myers.*

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Burn Tihe FloorBurn the Floor was conceived nearly

five years ago at Elton John's 50th birth-day bash where Medcalf and his wife wereguests; the famed singer/songwriterstaged a phenomenal display of Ballroomand Latin dance, captivating his 600 invi-tees The event inspired Medcalf to createthis groundbreaking theatrical dance sen-sation Many of the dancers in Burn theFloor started dancing as children in theintensively competitive dance circuit andare now reigning champions in their cho-

sen disciplines,Australian dance champion Jason

Gilkison is the artistic director and choreo-grapher; sets by Eamon D'Arcy; lightingand video design by Bob and ColleenBonniol and John van Gastell designedthe costumes for the 2001 tour Burn theFloor is created and produced by HarleyMedcalf and Duet Entertainment]

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TAURUS (April 20 to May 20)It's time to prove to your detractors,that you're way ahead of them whenit comes to getting things done. So,be sure to avoid surprise distractionsand complete that project as soon aspossible.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Becareful not to waste your preciousenergy on frivolous matters thatdon't advance your goals. Stayfocused. There'll be time enough forfun and games after you reach yourobjective.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22)

You've done well on your own. Butnow could be a good time to consid-er advice from confidantes, as longas you continue to let your owninstincts be your primary guide.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) A .belated New Year's "gift" could cre-ate a problem if you feel unwilling orunable to adjust your plans toaccommodate the new development.Check all options before deciding.

VIRGO (August 23 to September22) There's a possibility that youcould be goaded into making a state-ment you might regret, It's impor-tant to try to stay cool no matterhow heated the conversation gets.

LIBRA (September 23 to October22) A recent sad experience canbecome a valuable lesson. Examineit well and take what you've learnedto help you make that importantupcoming decision.

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SCORPIO (October 23 toNovember 21) Lingering problems ina personal or professional partner-ship still need to be resolved so youcan move on. Insist on more cooper-ation from everyone.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 toDecember 21) That recent problemthat made you feel emotionallytrapped and physically exhausted isgone. Don't dwell on it. Instead,make new plans and set new goals.

CAPRICORN (December 22 toJanuary 19) Your creative talentscombine with a strong domesticaspect, which means you can starton those home-improvement pro-jects you've been planning for a longtime.

AQUARIUS (January 20 toFebruary 18) It's a good time toanticipate an upcoming change inthe near future. This could mean tak-ing on a new career, going off to anew city or moving into a newhome.

PISCES (February 19 to March20) Soon, you should be learningmore about the motives of thosewho continue to pressure you intomaking a decision you're still notsure about. Use this informationwisely.^

THIS WEEK IN HISTORY• On Jan. 2 3 , 1849, Elizabeth

Blackwell is granted a medicaldegree from Geneva College in NewYork, becoming the first female inU.S. history to be officially recog-nized as a physician. In 1875, shebecame professor of gynecology atthe London School of Medicine forWomen, a medical discipline she had

helped to establish.• On Jan. 22, 1 9 0 1 , Queen

Victoria dies. During her 63-yearreign, she restored dignity to theEnglish monarchy and ensured itssurvival as a ceremonial politicalinstitution.

• On Jan. 26, 1905 , at thePremier mine in Pretoria, SouthAfrica, a 3,106-carat diamond is dis-covered. Christened the "Cullinan,"it was the largest diamond everfound. It was later cut by JosephAsscher, head of the AsscherDiamond Company of Amsterdam.Fearful of how his heart might reactto a blunder, he had "a doctor standby as he cut the diamond. Afternearly shattering it on his initialattempt, Asscher managed to satis-factorily divide it with his secondblow, and promptly fainted.

• On Jan. 24, 1908 , the BoyScouts movement begins in Englandwith the publication of the firstinstallment of Robert Baden-Powell's"Scouting for Boys."

• On Jan. 2 1 , 1916 , TheNational Board of Review, foundedin 1909 as the National Board ofCensorship, agrees it will not acceptnudity in films. In 1921, New YorkState passed a film-licensing law,which deprived the board of much ofits power.

• On Jan. 25 , 1924 , the firstWinter Olympics take off in style atChamonix in the French Alps.Spectators were thrilled by the skijump and bobsled as well as 12other events involving a total of sixsports.^

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Will Stutts ReturnsTo BIG ARTS

Join those in the know at BIG ARTSon Monday evening, January 28 at8 p.m. for a performance which

promises to be one of this season's spe-cial gems.

Back by popular demand, Will Stutts,that mesmerizing acting talent, whobrought Frank Lloyd Wright to life on thestage in Schein Performance Hall lastFebruary will appear in a return engage-ment in Eye of the Storm as FederalJudge Frank M. Johnson, Jr. Stutts' origi-nal one-man show is a captivating por-trayal of the controversial judge deeplyinvolved in the Civil Rights Movement.Judge Johnson was the U.S. DistrictCourt judge who presided in Alabama dur-ing the era when the state was a hotbedof protest after the Supreme Court struckdown the "equal, but separate" conditionsthat had prevailed for so long. He servedfrom 1955 through 1979, during the timeRose Parks took the seat she wanted on aMontgomery City bus, through the subse-quent bus boycotts, the push for voters'rights and the tension of the civil rightsmarches in the state of Alabama. He thenwent on to serve on the bench of theEleventh Circuit Court of Appeals until1997.

Stutts uses the words of Judge Johnsonto paint a biographical picture, in less thantwo hours, of this man who navigatedbetween the intransigence of his collegeclassmate, Governor George Wallace, and

Will Stutts as Federal Judge Frank M.Johnsonthe demands of Martin Luther King.Unfortunately, the passing of the greatman went nearly unnoticed, being over-shadowed by the death of John F.Kennedy, Jr. Johnson, a humble man, vir-tually changed the fabric of our country.With the use of humor, subtle wit andquick quips, Stutts effectively offsets bothtense and fluffier moments.

Except for Hal Holbrook, Stutts hasworked longer and more in the genre ofthe one-person play than any other actorin the world. He appears often on and off-Broadway and has acted and/or directedat virtually every regional theatre in theU.S.

Tickets are available at $15. Call BIGARTS 395-0900.&

Artist Of TheMonth Featured

On Friday, February 1, from 5 to8 p.m., Arts for Act Gallery willhost a reception for featured

artist of the month, Kitty Tyler. Thegallery is located in the Royal PalmSquare, at 1388 Colonial Boulevard,just east of the Broadway Palm DinnerTheatre and Second Act Boutique andThrift Store.

Join us and view From Circuits toSimplicity by multi-talented artist, KittyTyler. The show will continue throughFebruary 25. Ms. Taylor hails from SouthDakota and attended Dakota WesleyanUniversity where she received her under-graduate degree in Psychology in 1974.After moving to the East Coast in 1979,she studied art at Southern ConnecticutState University. She received her MastersDegree in Studio Arts, with a concentra-tion in Printmaking and Drawing. Kitty'sworks have been accepted in variousjuried shows, won awards and sold inConnecticut, South Dakota and Florida.Ms. Tyler's artwork incorporates variousfound objects. Kitty states, "I use trash in away that was never intended." Kitty's art-work can also be seen at April's Eatery, asmall restaurant in downtown Fort Myers,owned by Kitty and her husband, Cliff.

Art classes are now being offered atArts for Act Gallery. Children's beginningdrawing class with artist Pat Herzberg isheld every Thursday from 3:30 to 5 p.m.Children ages 6 to 18 are welcome to.

attend. Cost per child is $10.00 per ses-sion. Instructor Caroline Curnrnings1, "Siteto Hand Training" is held every Fridayfrom 10 a.m. to noon. Cost for this classis $16.50 per session. Tole painting withJoyce Kostelak is held every Monday from1 to 4 p.m. Price for this class is $15.00per session. Call 939-2553 or drop bythe gallery to sign up for these classes.

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§ Evacuation^ book how, during the 1910 storm, one> family crouched on chairs as "they^ watched incredulously as the waters of=) the gulf and the waters of the bay met in^ the middle of the living room."7 As recently as September of 2001z islanders were given a reminder of the^ how deadly rising water can be TropicalQ Storm Gabrielle, packing winds of o'nly§ 45 MPH, sometimes gusting to 65 MPHJ brought with it a four foot storm surge~" that happened to coincide with a normal

high tide. The storm, which cameashore at Venice, wasn't even at hurri-cane strength but water poured over theCauseway road and over the approachesto the tollbooths on the Punta Rassaside The dunes were breached alongEast, West and Middle Gulf Drivesspilling water on to the road and intolower levels of homes. Bailey Road andDixie Beach Boulevard were inundatedwith rising Bay waters. Water in the "canals throughout the island spilled overthe tops of docks and seawalls

At the Causeway, tollbooth operatorswere concerned about their safety asBay waters lapped at the tollboothsDebris and water crossing the Causewayislands created a hazard for driving,which prompted the County to close thecauseway. Moreimportantly, theMcGregor-Summerlin evacuation routewas in jeopardy from a low-grade stormthat also had the road awash on themainland side of the tollbooths.

Some estimates put damage from the

storm on the island at $500,000 butthose figures didn't include Captiva. Itdoesn't take much imagination toextrapolate what the effect of a full-blown hurricane would be with aneight-foot tidal surge. Hurricane Donnablew through the island in September of1960 with sustained winds of 92 MPHand gusts to 121 MPH, sweeping docksaway and causing extremely heavy dam-age •

County emergency officials calculatea minimum of five hours to evacuate theislands if a storm hit in October, whenisland population begins to increase, butthat assumes everyone leaves when theorder is given A more accurate assess-ment would be 10 hours, according tosome officials. The public often ignoresthese orders, usually given 18 hoursahead of time when weather forecasterscan expect at least a 50/50 chance ofbeing correct The speed and extent ofTropical Storm Gabrielle's rising waterwere sobering reminders that islandersmay not get a second chance to evacu-ate.

Tropical storm Gabrielle validatedconcerns by many residents thatSummerlin could be a hazardous routeon the basis of current developmentalong the roadway. Development that iscontinuing will only add to the problem.Terry Kelley, emergency managementcoordinator for Lee County said windsof 45 mph would close the Causeway totraffic. Sanibel and Captiva traffic evacu-ating the islands would find a crowdedSummerlin Road. According to Kelley,Summerlin can handle 1,926 cars per

hour at its peak capacity. The figure isbased on 1998 traffic and doesn'tinclude the increases due to develop-'ment since then. Traffic moving over theSanibel Causeway utilizing two lanesgoing off the island would put 1,680cars per hour on Summerlin, Kelley saidAdded to those figures would be trafficfunneling onto Summerlin from ShellPoint, McGregor Boulevard, San CarlosBoulevard (from Fort Myers Beach) andall of the housing developments thathave been built during the past 10 years.The only shelter available to Islanders isHeights Elementary School on GladiolusDrive and that is only in the case of aCategory 1 storm (74 to 95 MPH winds,four to five foot storm surge). That areais only seven feet above sea level andsubject to flooding Kelley said that adirect hit by a Category 2 storm (96 to110 MPH, six to eight foot storm surge)would likely put Summerlin Road underwater all the way to Gladiolus. Anystorm above Category 1 coming in offthe Gulf would mean that Sanibel resi-dents might have to go inland as far asLehigh Acres which is 25 feet above sealevel in order to escape flooding. Islandresidents would first have to traverseSummerlin Road, however.

During the past two years the debateover replacement of the Causeway con-sumed everyone's attention. There wasmuch discussion about the effect of highwinds on spans of various heights.Evacuation was a concern as discussionof a multi-lane bridge was proposed andthen rejected. But with all the concernabout evacuation issues with the bridges,

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Parking Rates

Southwest Florida InternationalAirport is adjusting its parking rateseffective March 1. The move is

designed to encourage drivers to selectthe parking area that best meets theirneeds and, ultimately, to ensure ade-quate parking for all airport users.

The daily maximum charge for theshort-term lot is being raised from $8 to$12 to encourage those parking overnightto use the long-term or economy lotsHowever, with 80 percent of those whopark at the airport using the short-term lotand staying for three and one-half hoursor less, most drivers will not be affected bythe rate adjustment. The short-term lotrate will remain at $1 per 30 minutes.

The $2 per hour rate for the long-termand economy lots also remainsunchanged. The daily maximum chargefor the long-term lot, however, willincrease from $6 to $8 and from $5 to$6 in the economy lot. The economy lot's$25 weekly charge no longer will beoffered

"This change is being made primarilyto make better use of our parking spacesas the airport becomes busier and busier,"said Robert M. Ball, A.A.E., executivedirector of the Lee County PortAuthority. "A secondary consideration is

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Walk For WorldHunger Relief

Scores of islanders are expected tojoin more than 2.3 million personsacross the nation in walking for

world hunger relief on Saturday,February 9.

The occasion will be the ninth annualSanibel Island Crop Walk sponsored byChurch World Service. Each walker willseek donors to sponsor his or her partici-pation. Seventy five percent of the fundsraised will benefit international hungerrelief programs and 25 percent will benefitarea agencies, including the Harry ChapinFood bank, the Brightest Horizons ChildDevelopment Center and the CommunityCooperative Ministries soup kitchen ofFort Myers.

Worldwide, funds will go to 80 differentcountries, including Afghanistan, and alsothe United States to fight hunger, to devel-op water resources and to support self-help food programs.

San-Cap walkers will gather Saturdaymorning February 9 in the parking lot ofSanibel Congregational United Church ofChrist 2050 Periwinkle Way, at 8 a.m.toregister and leave at 9 a.m. for a one-mileor five-mile walk — considerably less thanthe 10 kilometers that many in the worldmust walk for water. Maps outlining thewalk will be available at registration. Bothroutes are along Sanibel bike paths."Watering holes" will be strategically situ-ated along the routes to provide water andorange slices.

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Participants in last year's Crop Walk head down Periwinkle Way.

Five island ministries are sponsoringthe walk — Sanibel Congregational,Temple Bat Yam, Captiva's Chapel by theSea, St. Michaels and All Angels andSanibel Community Church.

The coordinating committee invites allisland residents and visitors to participate,either as walkers or sponsors. Those inter-ested may call Moon Price (395-1378) orGerry Holman (395-2654) of SanibelCongregational, Doris Miller (472-9239)of Chapel by the Sea, Sara Fishburne(472-0941) of St. Michaels and All Angelsor Ed Vanderhey of Sanibel CommunityChurch (472-3623).

All youngsters will be given a CropWalk tee shirt and after making the short-er walk are invited to the CongregationalChurch for refreshments and entertain-ment. All adults raising $250 or more inpledges will receive a complimentary CropWalk tee shirt. Shirts will also be availablefor a $10 donation.

Sponsors include Bailey's GeneralStore, Bank of the Islands, Dairy Queen,Jerry's of Sanibel, Lazy Flamingo,Lighthouse Cafe, Sanibel Fitness Center,Sanibel Medical Center and several anony-mous donors.^

Computer ClubMeeting

The Sanibel and Captiva ComputerClub and the Island Seniors invitethe public to attend a meeting

Tuesday, February 5 at 6:30 p.m. at theSenior Center, 2401 Library Way.

The Southwest Florida PC UsersGroup from Fort Myers will present aquestion and answer session and a com-puter program. The group publishes amonthly journal for members and plansmonthly meetings that are the firstTuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m.^

Raffle Winners

On January 15 the Sanibel-CaptivaChapter of the AmericanBusiness Women's Association

conducted the drawing for their"Windows-on-the-Water" raffle. Winnersof $100 gift certificates are: J. Brodeur,Quebec City, Canada; Betty Puff,Sanibel; Nancy Barnes, Fort Myers; SueLarratt, Fort Myers; and Tend Ray,Sanibel.

ABWA congratulates the lucky winnersand thanks all who participated in thisfund raiser. The proceeds will help to fundscholarships for deserving young

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implies - an ever-chang-ing array of fine resale fur-niture, home accessoriesand antiques, all attractive-ly packaged in the show-room at 13101 McGregorBoulevard, Fort Myers.

"You just never knowwhat you'll find here," saysOwner Carol AlexyJohnson as she shows off agorgeous piece of stainedglass hanging in the shopwindow, appropnately cas-cading a "kaleidoscope" ofcolor into the room

Johnson is thrilled to beout on her own afterspending nearly sevenyears in the furniture con-signment business. And sheinvites everyone to "comein and browse!"

This is the place wherepast meet present - contemporary fur-nishings like the comfy overstuffed chairnestle alongside an antique fireplacegrate...an ornate gold and marble consoletable keeps company with white wickerand a tile-topped accent piece...classy barstools with cane seats take to unusualthrow pillows...and intriguing paintings

Carol Alexy Johnson presents a "kaleidoscope" of quality consignment furnishings and accessories at her new shop on McGregor Boulevard.

and wall decor include a gold-medal tro-phy wildebeest head from Africa.

The cozy "French market" corner cur-rently features a charming bistro set, anantique iron and glass bench table, a pret-ty floor cloth and a profusion of silkposies. Johnson also offers a beautifulFrench buffet, a baker's rack dating^to the

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1870s and delicate, hand-embroideredFrench linen table cloths.

The shop also carries custom-madedraperies and bedspreads, dinnerware andjewelry.

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Psychological WarfareOperations Talk

Captured minds are asimportant as bodycounts in war

against terrorism, and psy-chological operations arethe weapon of choice inthese battles.

The Sanibel PublicLibrary will present a pro-gram to explain and detailsome of those operations inthe current war against ter-rorism on Tuesday,February 5, at 2 p.m. in theground floor meeting room,according to Pat Allen,library director.

The program is titled"Rules of Misengagement"and will be given by Dr J.David Truby, a former mili-tary intelligence specialist, war correspon-dent and a university professor emeritus.

"Hearts and minds is more than a his-torical cliche. Indeed, psychological opera-tions are a very vital weapon in ourcounter-terrorism arsenal, " Dr Truby said"They are working right now better thanmost people, including our news media,are aware."

His presentation will briefly cover thehistory, of Psy Ops, then detail some ofthe current operational plans, includingexamples from the field. Shortly after theattacks of September 11, Dr. Truby wasasked to advise some of the special opera-

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gence NCO , has served as a civilian mili-tary advisor, as well as a war correspon-dent and taught at the university level Heis also author of several military books,two of which are in the local library's col-lection.

The talk is free and is open to the pub-lic. For further information, please call t h eSanibel Public Library at472-2483.*

Winner OfDecemberCharity

The J. Howard Wood Theatre ishappy to announce the winner ofits December charity raffle "Every

Man's Home is His Castle Raffle." Theraffle was held to help raise monies andcommunity awareness of the goodworks of Habitat for Humanity of LeeCounty. Fort Myers resident RobertMoore was extremely excited and could-n't believe that he won half the potwhen his ticket was drawn Saturday,January 5 following the closing perfor-mance of The Lion In Winter. Robertand Habitat each received $348.50.

The 2' X 2' Castle was built by aHabitat volunteer and was mannedthroughout the run of the theatre's pro-duction by Habitat volunteers who wereable to display pamphlets and speak withtheatre-goers in the lobby before, afterand during intermission of the show. Inaddition to the raffle, Habitat PresidentBaibara Beck spoke at an evening perfor-mance and appeared on Wink TV withstar performer Steve Wise.

The J Howard Wood is a not forprofit organization that believes thatinvolvement in the community is extreme-ly important. If you know of a group orcause that might be helped with promo-tion from the theatre, please call HoneyLarsen at 472-4109.O

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l would never guess by lookingat the pretty, petite and quietRochelle Festa that she was the

force designing and constructing suchpowerful and masterful sets at the J.Howard Wood.

Highly praised by the press and audi-ences alike especially for the sets of TheLion In Winter, Everybody Loves Opaland Twain By the Tale, Rochelle enteredher second year this fall as Resident SetDesigner.

She discovered her passion for scenedesign when she was a national awardwinning fine artist, painting and sculptingat Syracuse University. While there, afriend involved with an amateur theatregroup asked her to design a set for theirupcoming production. She did and washooked. She changed schools and majors,left upstate New York and headed toBradford College in Massachusetts justoutside of Boston where received herBachelors in Theatrical Design. Duringher senior year, she began working pro-fessionally at various Boston theatrespainting and designing. Some of herfavorite works were designs done for TheNew Theatre; Ghost Sonata, Virginiaand Duchess of Malfi. Moving to Floridain 1998, she has designed many showsfor the Theatre Conspiracy, OldSchoolhouse and Florida Rep.

To design a show, Rochelle will read ascript over and over taking notes on thetime period, the style and events of theday and even its artwork. She worksclosely with the director of each produc-tion. She listens to the director's overall

concept and together they analyze thecharacters' personalities and social statusto help interpret the set. She then headsto the drawing table to sketch, periodicallychecking with the director to make certainthey're both on the same path. After shedrafts the floor plans, elevations and sec-tions of the show, she will start the finalrendering, which is then passed on to theWood's technical director, who happensto be her newlywed husband, ToddSherman, to build.

Rochelle describes falling in love withthe art of scene design because "It's likewalking into my own painting or sculp-ture." If you've had the pleasure of seeingher sets, you know just what she means.She transports you into another world.Don't miss her newest design for theWorld Premiere Asher's Command.^?

Speakers BureauNow Available

Individually, more than 70 percent ofthe U.S. population supports religiousor charitable organizations each year,

accounting for 85 to 90 percent of allcharitable giving. Yet only a small per-centage of these givers will remembertheir favorite charities in their wills.Fewer than seven percent of allAmericans include charitable bequests intheir estates. With as much as $100 tril-lion expected to be passed down to thechildren and grandchildren of those bornbetween 1900 and 1930, increasingbequests and other forms of plannedgiving is essential to nonprofit organiza-tions.

Encouraging people to leave a portionof their estate to their favorite charity isthe goal of the local Leave a Legacy cam-paign The annual campaign, coordinatedby the Planned Giving Councils of Leeand Collier Counties, encourages bequestsor other forms of planned giving frompeople from all walks of life. Speakersrepresenting this annual campaign arenow available to address clubs and civicorganizations in Lee and Collier Counties.Speakers can address a variety of topicsproviding a Guide to Leaving a Legacy.

Charitable gifts take many forms —including but not limited to — money,property, securities and insurance policies.Gifts can also come in a wide range ofsizes — and whether the gift is $100 or$1 million, it is needed and appreciatedby the remembered organization.

To schedule a Leave a Legacy speaker,please contact the Leave a LegacySpeakers' Bureau, Carol Robinson at489-2227 extension 234 or contactLeave a Legacy through our web siteat: www. leavealegacyswfl. com &

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Designers participating in the event areArt Majickal, Baer's Furniture and Design,Casa Studios, The Sanibel and Fort MyersStudios of Decorating Den Interiors,Denmark Interiors, Ethan Allen, GaryDavid Designs, Nora Price Antiques andInteriors, Norfleet Interiors, NorrisFurniture, Robb & Stucky, Swan Studiosand World Interiors.

The House Of Naughton

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late Andy Warhol As a delightful addition,13 area artists were invited to create origi-nal works of art using actual violins astheir "canvases " Included among themare creations by Doug MacGregor, car-toonist for The News-Press. They will bedisplayed at all Symphony Society events,including the Showcase. These violins willserve as the "prizes" for a raffle, the win-ners to be announced in A r i l ^

Antique AndFine Art Auction

Sanibel Captiva ConservationFoundation's first Annual Antiqueand Fine Art Auction will take

place Saturday, February 16 at theSanibel Community House from5 to 9 p.m. Volunteers are needed tohelp solicit and catalog donations and tohelp run the event. The ConservationFoundation has already received dona-tions of cut glass, crystal, and fine porce-lain among other treasures. They arestill seeking additional art and antiquesso they are sure to make this firstAnnual Auction a successful one. Allproceeds benefit the ConservationFoundation's Intern Program. Internsare a valuable resource to theFoundation's work, and money raisedprovides them with a weekly stipend andcovers their housing costs. Please stopby the Foundation's Native PlantNursery or contact Kathy Boone at 472-1932 if you have something to donateor would like to offer your volunteer ser-vices. Light fare and beverages will beon hand &

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Auction BenefitsSanibelBeautification

Balloons and flower baskets addedto the already colorful decor atPippin's newly redecorated interior

on Sunday afternoon, January 20, asSanibel Beautification held its TakePride in Sanibel Silent Auction andGarden Social to celebrate the GrandReopening of Pippin's restaurant aftermonths of closure due to a fire earlierthis year

Guests enjoyed reggae music and asumptuous buffet provided by Pippin's asthey bid on a wide range of items donatedby local businesses and individuals. Theyhad their choice of artworks, jewelry, toys,books, golf and tennis packages, accom-modations at a variety of locations, certifi-cates for lunches and dinners at numerousisland restaurants, gift certificates fromChico's, landscape trees to be planted intheir lawns, and many other unique andinteresting items

Bidding was lively and fun, and whenthe receipts from the silent auction, raffle,,cash bar, and mail-in contributions werecombined, they totaled in excess of$11,000, exceeding expectations of theevent chairman, Sandy Nirenberg, whocommented, "The success of this event isdue to the generous hospitality ofPippin's, the hard work of many SanibelBeautification volunteers, and strong sup-port from the community."

Robert Saunders, general manager of Pippin's; Lorin Arundel, co-publisher of the IslandSun; Ada Shissler, president of Sanibel Beautification, Inc and VIP Realtor; and Ken Rasi,co-publisher of the Island Sun, help with the raffle drawing at the fund raiser.

Attendees expressed their pleasure atthe reopening of the popular restaurantwith a round of applause for ownerDenny Phillips and general managerRobert Saunders, thanking them for theircooperabon in hosting the fund raiser.

Business sponsors of the event wereExecutive Title, Island Home Mortgage,the Island Sun, Priscilla Murphy Realty,and Henderson, Franklin, Starnes, andHolt, PA Their support is especiallyappreciated

Proceeds from Sunday's party will gotowards the goal of $40,000 to fund thelandscaping of the entrance to Sanibel atthe Periwinkle Way/Causeway Roadintersection. Sanibel Beautification hopes

Ken Nirenberg sells raffle tickets to MarkNewberry and Val Pool.

A variety of items were donated by localbusinesses and individuals for the event'ssilent auction.

to raise the necessary funds to completethe project in the spring in time to takeadvantage of the seasonal rains

For more information about SanibelBeautification, Inc , log on to www.sani-belbeautificaton.org or info@sanibelbeau-tificabon.org Call 481-9639 with com-ments or questions, send contributions toSanibel Beautification, Inc , P.O. Box1011, Sanibel, Florida, 33957 #

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Clemson MakesMid-season Surgeby Brian Johnson

Clemson played well to start the season, but only had an 0-3 record to show forit. They lost a pair of games by a basket, which can be frustrating, to say theleast.

Yet they were encouraged by the fact that they came so close to winning thosegames, and they kept plugging away. On Saturday, January 12 they broke through witha big win against Miami They followed it with a victory over Arizona on Tuesday,January 15

"They have really pulled together," said Clemson head coach Mary Bondurant."They have a lot of team spirit and camaraderie."

'"They hustle real hard," said assistant coach Patrick Kilgore. "They continue to getbetter every single game. They're good athletes "

Here are coach Bondurant's comments about the Clemson players:Robert Cooper is the youngest player on the team, a third grader who has bravely

made the leap to the older division in order to play with his brother Charlie. The otherteam members have encouraged him and he has adjusted well to the pace and the sizeof the league.

Clemson -- Front: Kris Kilgore, Robert Cooper, Jed Krause, Charlie Cooper. Back: PatrickKilgore, Sam Ravenna, Jon Bondurant, JT Holly, Spencer Hamilton, Sean Radigan.

Charlie Cooper, his brother, "is always smiling, always willing to shift to do what isneeded. The brothers look so much alike."

Sam McDowell is a forward. "His ball handling skills for a fourth grader is just phe-nomenal. He's someone to watch."

Kristopher Kilgore "is a fabulous player with great skills. He is a good team player."Jon Bondurant "has really improved. He recently got to start his first game as a cen-

ter, and he went in there and did his job."Jed Krause, a guard, "is very aggressive. He can get the ball and drive up the center

and score."Alex McDaniel, a guard and center, is a sixth grader. "He's kind of like the boy next

door. He is fabulous player and has the best sportsmanship of anyone I've ever met. Hehas a smile .to make you smile."

Spencer Hamilton, a 7th grader, has moved from forward to guard. "He has won-derful lay-ups and is good for the fastbreak. He has a good future in basketball and willbe a shining star. The others look up to him as a leader."

Sam Ravenna, a forward, is a 6th grader. "He's a good guy, and excellent atrebounding. He has a sense of humor and is fun to be around."

JT Holly, a forward, is a 7th grader. "He has a great outside shot. He is down toearth and a really nice kid."

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Bob Knight, The Good AndThe Bad, In March 10 TV Movie

by Ed Frank

It has been 15 years since the bombastic Bob Knight last won anational basketball championship.And despite a rather mediocre record since then, and despite the

fact that Indiana University gave him the heave-ho in 2000 after29 years of coaching, he remains today as one of the world's mostfamous sports icons.

Capitalizing on the intrigue, the split personality, the complexityof the man, ESPN has produced a made-for-TV film based onJohn Feinstein's best-seller, "Season on the Brink "

It will air March 10 immediately following the announcement of this year'sNCAA tournament pairings. You can bet the house that the Knight saga will have abig audience.

As many will recall, Feinstein's book chronicled the 1985-86 I. U. season - aseason that started with great promise and ended in disappointment with a first-round NCAA loss to Cleveland State, then coached by Kevin Mackey, the presentcoach of our Florida Sea Dragons professional basketball team.

Knight is portrayed in the film by veteran actor Kevin Dennehy, whose roles havevaried from serial killer John Wayne Gacy to his Broadway performance as WillyLohman in Death of a Salesman which won him a Tony Award.

Dennehy, an athlete in high school and college, says he is a big fan of Knight,but admits playing the role was difficult. He sees the flaws, the mistakes, the incon-sistencies of Knight's behavior, yet admires him for being his own man.

At 6-3, Dennehy is a bit shorter than Knight and not quite as rotund, but he donsthe famous Knight red sweater and prowls the sidelines with the fervor and anticsthat have been Knight's trademarks for decades.

The movie begins with Knight coaching the 1984 gold medal Olympic basketballteam and moves quickly to his infamous chair-throwing incident, showing both thehigh and the low of his career.

There are plenty of episodes of in-your-face screaming at players and referees,but it also shows his complete devotion to his players and to the integrity of thegame.

One deviation, however, is the bleeping of foul language due to the fact that themovie is certain to attract young viewers

Although the film was produced in Canada for economic reasons, the Winnipegarena was transformed into I. U 's Assembly Hall showing its five NCAA champi-onship banners hanging from the ceiling.

No question Dennehy and the producers captured the mystique of the famouscoach and the storied history of Indiana basketball.

Whether you love or hate Bob Knight, you'll want to catch "Season on theBrink" March 10.

30 of top 31 money winners on deck for Ace Group Classic.With the commitment of Hale Irwin, the all-time Senior PGA money winner and

five-time British Open winner Tom Watson, for next month's Ace Group Classic,30 of last year's 31 tour champions will be on hand here for the February 4-10tournament. The field now includes all top-10 money winners from a year ago

Bob Burris, tournament director, said the field for the event to be played at TheClub at TwinEagles in Naples, is the strongest in the history of the local Senior PGAevent

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More legal problems in baseball contraction issue.The Minnesota Court of Appeals this week upheld a judge's order requiring the

Minnesota Twins to play their 2002 baseball season at the Metrodome.The Court's opinion supported the temporary injunction issued by Judge Harry S

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Family time at Disney -- Front: Kirk Williams, Marin Williams, Kari Fowler, Samantha Fowler.Back: Brenna Williams, Lisa Williams, Kirk Williams, Liz Fowler, Carol Fowler, Dick Fowlerand David Fowler

Agroup of seven runners fromSanibel Island laced up theirsneakers in Orlando on January 6

to raise money for the Leukemia andLymphoma Society

Over 18,000 runners took part in thisyear's Disney Marathon. Of that number,2,411 represented the Leukemia andLymphoma Society Wearing purple jer-seys with "Team In Training" emblazoned

across the front, they were one of themost visible groups in the race Theyraised $8 8 million for the'fight againstthe disease

Nancy Earle, an island mom, put in aspectacular showing and qualified for theBoston Marathon It was a sweet momentfor Earle, who missed qualifying forBoston last year by a slender margin.

Liz Fowler, who participated in the

race-walk, placed second in the 30-39 agedivision She and her close friend andtraining partner, Lisa Williams, stucktogether throughout the race. Williamswon fourth place in the 40-49 age divi-sion

Richard Finkel, who gives educationaltalks at the Sanibel-Captiva ConservationFoundation and leads tours of the PickPreserve for students from The Sanibel

School, accompanied Earle for a portionof the race Finkel, an accomplished run-ner, joined Team In Training for the firsttime this year.

JoAnn Paul had been sidelined withvarious injuries in the time leading up tothe marathon, but she rallied for the raceand kept up an astonishingly quick pacePaul ran with thoughts of her nephew,who is undergoing a second round of

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Open Housethere to meet the public. Attendees got toeat led-white-and-blue velvet cake as wellas chocolate cake from the neighboringBubble Room restaurant which donatedthe sweet treats for the community affair.

The island's three fire engines lookedshiny and smashing with the vinyl starsand stripes designed by FireCommissioner Stella Farwell The cost of

applying the white and blue artwork onthe fire red engines as well as the actualapplication of the vinyl was donated byMike Mullin's family.

The distnct received one call during theopen house - a man had fallen asleep atthe wheel on the lower portion of CaptivaDrive, crossed the road and just missedcrashing into a fire hydrant

He suffered minor cuts and bruises onhis knee from the lush vegetation that hedrove into

Volunteers Ron Gibson, Bob Brace and Jack Cunningham return from the call to duty withCaptiva Fire Chief John Bates.

Lee County EMS paramedics give volunteers and fire commissioners a demonstration atlast week's open house Just before the call to respond to a car wreck on Captiva Drive.

"Overall, it was a good afternoon," saysBates. "We only ran one call and we had alot of participation from the community"

Captiva Fire District personnel includethe following people: Fire commissioners:C.W. Kilgore, chairman, Stella Farwell,vice chairman and Phyllis Gibson, secre-tary/treasurer. Officers: Chief John Bates,Captain Jay Halverson, Lieutenant PaulGarvey and Lieutenant Don Montgomery.Volunteer firefighters and the year theybecame active: Nan Baer, 1988; Roger

Blind, 1988, Bob Brace, 2001, ChrisBuehlborn, 2001, Jack Cunningham,1999; Alan Falde, 1999; John Findley,1992; Jim Freedman, 1998; Steve Gehle,2001, Ron Gibson, 2000; Dennis Guerin,2001; Ernie Hoen, 1988; C W Kilgore,1993; Buddy Murphy, 1991; RickSchneider, 2001; Don Sostheim, 2001,Marcel Ventura, 2001; Gary Ward, 2001;Mark Wells, 2001 and Tom Wickesburg,1998.*

chemotherapy.Rita Stauss and Joyce Krivenko com-

pleted the team of seven They alsobumped into islanders Stephen andKirsten Zinkann during the course of therace

Last year it was 28 degrees in Orlandowhen the Marathon Moms woke up to getready for the race This year it was muchwarmer - in the 50s - but rain and windmade the conditions turbulent

Fowler said this year's race had a differ-ent tone "It was a lot more somber Lastyear there were more volunteers and peo-ple with costumes. Last year many of therunners had funny things written on theirshorts, which you would see when youcame up behind them It was a giggle amile"

Fowler attributed the different tonepartly to the rain and partly to the effectsof September, 11. She said there were farfew international runners this time around

Nevertheless, like last year, the week-end at Disney was full of meaning andemotion. Members of "Team In Training"from across the United States shared sto-ries of triumph and tragedy. One familywho had recently lost a daughter came tospeak about their experience and supportthe runners.

"The long-distance event is a symbol ofthe endurance it takes to go through treat-ment," said Fowler. "Some patients canbe in chemotherapy for three years. It's ahard road the patients go down."

Many of the runners leave the eventwith a new confidence in the resources ofthe body and the spirit "You can do any-thing you put your mind to," said Fowler."You see from the patients how much ithelps to have a positive outlook. Attitudeis so important."

Fowler plans to return to Orlando forher third marathon next January. She saidit's an inspiration to follow the medicalbreakthroughs in treating leukemia andlymphoma. The weekend had extra mean-ing for her because her mother-in-law,Carol Fowler, a survivor of the disease,was able to watch the race #

Dunes Ladies'Golf

The Dunes 18-hole ladies leagueplayed a dual-purpose event onJanuary 18. The day's format was

"Better-Ball Partners," which also servedas the qualifying round for the MemorialTournament The 16 partners with thelowest net scores qualify for the firstFlight in that tournament. All others willbe in the second Flight. In this qualifyingevent, the scores represented the betterof the two balls for each partner foreach hole, taking into consideration 90percent of the individual handicaps.

The winning partners were. First Placewith 53: Ginny Fleming, MargaretMorgan

Second Place with 58: Carolyn Wood,Margaret Dwyer.

Third Place Tie with 59: Joan Baumlerand Helen Craig, Carolyn Jones andMardi Glenn, Grethe Christensen andMary Ann Parmalee, Jane Levene andClaire Bowie

Chip-Ins were scored by: Robin Cohan,Norma Gillespie, Joan Eschert, KatieReynolds, Carolyn Wood, Saudis Sultar &

BeachviewTournament

Betty Puff (center) Is pictured with tourna-ment chairs Barbara Quast (left) andBarbara McGuffm (right).

'ach January the 9 and 18 holeladies players at Beachview com-pete separately in the two-round

low net tournament. This year after thefirst round of play Betty Puff leads the18 hole players with a net score of 67.Sally Gillett leads the 9 hole players witha net score of 32

They are followed by Diane Metz (69),Nancy Ruedig (71), and Linnae Sadd(36).*

Men's Golf

On Saturday, January 11, theBeachview men fielded 11 four-somes They played a game of

one best ball on par fives, two best ballson par fours and three best balls on parthrees

In first place with a score of 116 wasthe team of Jack Tukey, Ralph Ariss, MelBleiberg and Bruce Gurall. In second placewith a score of 117 was the team of BillSadd, Marty Summa, Bud Ristow and PatMcGuffin. In third place with a score of118: Tom Judson, Bill Pritchard, JoeHoffmann and Bruce Avery &

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Crowe Rescues A Beautiful MindBy Priscilla Friedersdorf

; actinggenius ofRussell Crowe

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ory, the Nash Equilibrium. The theorywhich he wrote in 1950, at the age oftwenty-two, was the basis for his doctoralthesis at Princeton.

The story of Nash's life is indeed fasci-nating but the director has muddied thefilm with the usual and increasinglytedious Hollywood acoutrements —careening around, crashing and spinningout of control with their windows beingshot out as the driver speeds at 100 mphand fires back at the pursuing vehicle atthe same time. Now what does that haveto do with a mathematical genius youmight ask? Well, nothing really, it repre-sents only a fragment of his apparentdelusions.

Nash, a reclusive young genius fromBluefield, West Virginia, (and we knowhe is in trouble with those bluebloodsright there) enrolls in Princeton, and suf-fers from the infantile pranks and teasingof his fellow graduate students. A biogra-

phy of Nash quotes one of the students,"We tormented poor John. We werevery unkind. We were obnoxious. Wesensed he had a mental problem." Themovie falters and nearly grinds to a haltduring this long display of juvenilism.

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But Crowe's actingskills keep you engageduntil the lovely andsophisticated Alicia(Jennifer Connelly)enters the picture asthe clever graduate stu-dent who becomes hiswife. The portrayal ofthe struggles of theyoung couple as theybattle the bouts ofNash's mental illnessand his difficulties inpursuing his researchcareer are well done.

The horrors ofinsulin shock therapy used during thatera of the 50s and 60s for almost everytype of mental breakdown are particular-ly appalling to the viewer when they areapplied to Nash. Crowe takes over thefilm at this point and never lets it go untilthe screen credits start to roll. He is cer-tain to be nominated, and will probablywin, the Academy Award for Best Actor.In spite of the film's flaws, you shouldnot miss it.

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John F. Nash, Jr.

the time in which Nash was living. Hehad been recruited from graduate schoolby the RAND Corporation where hebecame an expert on encryption duringthe Cold War. He was described in 1958as the "most promising young mathe-matician in the world ..." RAND has

always been closely involvedwith the U.S. intelligenceservices so Nash's delusionsof being followed and threat-ened by a 'control operative'were not improbable. This isthe same era in which it hasbeen documented that theCIA was using experimentaldrugs on some of their ownagents. Some of these mensuffered mental breakdownsand committed suicide. Theparanoia-inducing stresses ofthe government'sspy/counter-spy cloak anddagger operations havebrought many a man to thebrink of insanity and oftenover the brink into the realmof delusions. John Nash may

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time he won the Nobel prize he wrote,"Then gradually I began to intellectuallyreject some of the delusionally influencedlines of thinking which had been charac-teristic of my orientation. This began,most recognizably, with the rejection ofpolitically-oriented thinking as essentiallya hopeless waste of intellectual effort."And he adds, "...I seem to be thinking

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rationally again... However this is notentirely a matter of joy ... One aspect ofthis is that rationality of thought imposesa limit on a person's concept of his rela-tion to the cosmos."

Nash delivered a paper at the tenthWorld Congress of Psychiatry in 1996describing his illness. He said of his men-tal condition, "I would not dare to saythat there is a direct relation betweenmathematics and madness, but there isno doubt that great mathematicians suf-fer from maniacal characteristics, deliri-um and symptoms of schizophrenia."

Nash was one of the 225 NobelLaureates who accepted an invitation toattend the Nobel Centennial Celebrationin December of 2001. His theory ofequilibrium has become important in eco-nomic policy, foreign trade, and environ-mental and resource economics &

Book SigningT ocal author, June Denison, has justI released her complete guide toJL—rfyoga for real people, loaded withnearly 500 photos, concise descriptionsof poses and how to modify them, andpractice sequences you can work intoyour busy life.

Book signings will be offered on thefollowing dates: Monday, January-28, 2 to4pm., Macintosh Bookshop, 2365Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island.

Saturday, February 23, 10 a.m. tonoon, Planet Earth Book Store, Sam'sPlaza, Cleveland Avenue, Fort Myers.

June Denison teaches yoga and medi-tation extensively in southwest Florida. Asa teacher, retreat leader and author, shepresents yoga and meditation as practicaltools for anyone looking for physical fit-ness, stress reduction, better overall healthand peace of mind. June is also the authorof two audio recordings, Inner Power,Inner Peace and Meditations that FitYour Life&

Island WritersJoint Meeting

The three Island Writers Groups willhold a joint meeting at the SanibelLibrary on Wednesday, January 30

at 7-30 p. m Individuals who are inter:ested in joining a group are invited toattend. Prospective members will meetcurrent members of the writers' groupson the islands, discover what a writers'group is all about and learn firsthandabout the two "Reads" held each seasonat BIG ARTS. There will be a short busi-ness meeting from 7:30 to8 p m . Prospective members need notattend. The program begins at 8 p.m.

Three aspiring playwrights - BobMaxeiner, Group 1 - Ruth Iyengar,Group 2 - and Claudia Burns, Group 3 -will present scenes from their plays. Theplays were read by the SanibelPlayreading/Critjquing Group last season.They were all well-received. It should be amost entertaining evening. Let's all turnout for this last joint meeting of the sea-son. If you need additional information,please call Ruth Iyengar at 395-1438 oremail ryi39@aol.com.*

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Shopping With CamilleJanuary Brings Us Bargains Galore!

Oby Camille Kucaba

o-o-h, the oppor-Itunities for bar-gains are ram-

pant this month I So,naturally, Stan's a littlenervous about lettingme out to shop

Nevertheless, youcan indulge - even if I can't. Just checkout the ideas that follow and remember -great Valentine's Day gifts are as close asthis column

Begin with the lion's Paw, where agigantic sidewalk sale starts today and con-tinues through January 30.

What can you buy? Bordado tees andother name brands at 50 percent off, pluslovely cotton sweaters in a vanety of tran-sitional colors Lots more1

Sadly, the Audubon Nature Store inTahitian Gardens is going out of busi-ness, but, lucky for us, there's a really bigsale in progress ... get up to 70 percentoff through January 31.

Happily, Pippin's is open1 If youmissed the complimentary happy hour lastweek, visit in Tahitian Gardens now forreduced drink prices in the lounge, won-derful "early bird" dinner specials thatinclude the extensive salad bar and thattropical island ambience we've all come toknow and love. Gift certificates are athoughtful example of the old adage: theway to a man's heart is through his stom-

ach (just ask Stan!).More dining bargains. Periwinkle

Place Bistro in (where else?) PeriwinklePlace makes this irresistible offer (withyour Island Sun coupon) all duringJanuary: buy one dinner entree and getthe second free, 4 p.m. to close Mondaythrough Saturday.

Less is more, they say, so whatValentine could go wrong with a sparklylittle something from Friday's"? You havetwo more days to shop for half-price daz-zlers in the Tanger Outlet mall (just offisland) before the doors close forever.Hurry!

Sanibel 5 & 10 is having a hugeinventory liquidation sale, 50 percent offand more ., you never know what enter-taining things you'll discover here. Stop inat 2330 Palm Ridge Road.

And for your listening pleasure, one ofour favorite songbirds, T, is back atSundial Beach Resort every Sundaynight from 7 to 10. Enjoy!

How about a round of golf with yoursweetie? Beachview Golf & TennisClub features a terrific greens fee specialany day through January 31 - take $10off the price (except twilight rate) with thecoupon in your Island Sun. Reserve teetimes by calling 472-2626.

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across the plaza to Unit #4 in the IslandCenter, 2407 Periwinkle Way (right nextto The Golden Pear). Manicures, pedi-cures, acrylics, gel and sculptured nails,airbrushing .. if it has to do with nail care,it's here. Tim and Melissa offer really con-venient hours (ideal for us working people)- Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m.to 7 p.m. Walk-ins are welcome, but thistime of year, I'd call for an appointment:472-4145.

Have you been missing Mel Fisher'sTreasure Co.? Good news! This out-standing attraction has just reopened inthe Winds Plaza, 2353 Periwinkle Way onSanibel. Now family-owned and operated,Mel Fisher's features millions and millionsof dollars in precious cargo from the ill-fated Atocha sunk by an unnamed stormin 1622.

Gold doubloons, pieces of eight, gor-geous emeralds and artifacts from thewealthy passengers who perished are ondisplay daily. Visitors also can enjoy a 15-minute video that chronicles the quest forthis glittering cache, observe the conserva-tion lab and, of course, browse to theirhearts' content in the wonderful "treasureshop." Curator Shawn Cowles invites usall on this "archaeological adventure."

Make a note- the annual Vera Bradleytrunk show at lie Crocodile is on forFebruary 7. Two new patterns and a newbag style await us, so watch for detailsnext week

And be sure to catch Daniel T. Ruke'sart exhibit opening tonight (January 25) atthe Tower Gallery.

Here's a handy tip now that season'sbringing our fair-weather family andfriends to Florida: Sanibel RentalService offers cribs, playpens, strollersand lots of other baby items, plus beachfurniture, TVs, VCRs, so much more ...and delivery is available. Just call472-5777 or 472-3900

That quintessential football weekend'salmost here, and as I see it, we have twooptions - throw a party at home or hangout at The Bungalow on Sanibel. If youopt to invite the gang to the house, there'sstill time to add some cushy loungers.Denmark Interiors in Fort Myers boastsdynamite prices on selected Natuzzicouches and chairs, both leather andmicrofiber, through the end of January.(By the way, Stan, I've been dying toreplace your so-called favorite ever sincewe moved here - what do you say?!).

The Bungalow is featuring what'sbilled as the "Island's Biggest Tailgate andSuper Bowl Party." You can bop to theband as you pig out at the backyard barbe-cue and clam bake under the big tent,sample wings and poppers for just 25cents apiece, enjoy plenty of beer anddrink specials, compete in the horseshoetournament .oh, yeah, and watch thegame on 10 TV screens.

Gotta admit, it would take some doingto stage a bash this big at our place I

Stay tuned for more info on islandSuper Bowl activities. And, if sports aren'tyour thing, I'll offer plenty of shoppingalternatives, too.2^

(Camille loves to hear from readers.Call her at the Island Sun office,395-1213, or send email toIslandSunSanibel ©aol.com.)

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Sanibel-CaptivaAfter Hours

by Damon Craig

Ii[would like to start bysaying "Welcomeback" to Pippins I've

been a little under theweather so I have nothad a chance to get outand about much thisweek It has been kind ofslow so I don't think I

missed too much. If at any time anyoneknows of something going on and wouldlike me to put it in this article, pleasecontact the newspaper and they will beglad to pass it on to me. Now for the funstuff.

Friday - Seafood Factory: If you wantto know why I always suggest here onFriday it's because it's a ton of fun Stopby and see for yourself

Saturday - Dolce Vita: Go for thedinner stay for the music. It is truly agreat place to have a great time.

Sunday - Sundial/Beaches: There isa new girl in town and her name is T.Shea. She is a vocalist and she will haveyou wrapped around her little finger bythe end of the night.

Monday - Bungalow: The boys upthere are having a little pool tournamentso if you think you good put yourself tothe test and be there around 9 p.m.

Tuesday - Timbers/Sanibel Grill: It'stheir slow night, so go keep them busyby ordering all the fruity drinks you can

think of The bartenders will love youTry their pizza as well; it's out of thisworld.

Wednesday - Jacaranda: The bandstarts around 9 p.m. so get there earlyfor a good seat. Don't forget you danc-ing shoes.

Thursday - Hungry Heron: Stop inand see me for dinner and I'll give youtwo for one on all your domestic draftsand house wines.

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by Jeanie Tinch

: following isfrom several differ-ent color sources

including the "ColorMarketing Group,""Pantone ColorInstitute," and "TheColor Council."

GreenWhile grayed greens are reported by

some color pundits to have peaked, arecent article in the "Home" section of TheWashington Post associates the popularity

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NeutralsWhile the majority of forecasters labeled

gray the most important color influence,Catherine Stein, president of The ColorCouncil, disagreed. "Gray has beenoverblown. It's a fashion color, but I'm nothearing that it sells well. As an accentcolor, yes, but not in larger amountsPeople are in high spirits We're celebrat-ing. Gray is not a celebration color." CMGhas a medium mineral gray and a dark ashgray on its chart.

BrownsThe new browns are sophisticated and

urban, a trendy substitute for black The"Starbucks palette," as I like to refer to it,ranges from mid-tone latte's to deep richexpresso. Brown/blacks have gone to thered side.

BlueBlue is still seeking to find its level.

Color Marketing Group members keephearing that blue is a favorite color, yet ithas not been as widely used as expected.One of Color Marketing Group's blues wasdescribed as "evoking a sky approachingdusk, another is a bright and saturated asthe waters of the Gulf of Mexico.

Red

Most industries believe that red will beimportant. Interest in Cuba and LatinAmerica is inspiring romantic passionatereds that will be most in evidence in 2002.

OrangeColor Marketing Group also reports

that the color "Star" for consumers in2002 is orange This optimistic color isviewed as a generational bridge color cele-brated by Generation X and Y and finallygiven approval from the Boomers. Softterra cotta and coral versions will havemore mass appeal

YellowThere are bnght yellows reminiscent of

Provence, Spain and Mexico, and mellowyellows, like lemon flavored neutral to suitthose individual consumers tastes

PurpleFashionable violet and lavender are

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James Frizzell and his wife,I Janet, of Sanibel and Frederick,Maryland, aie the new owners of

Huxters, the deli-market-liquor store at1201-1207 Periwinkle Way

Donna Medeiros continues as Huxters'manager, and there are no major plans tochange anything But the couple has afew fresh ideas perhaps to make theoperation more efficient We plan to bemore competitive in the pncing arena,especially at the liquor store We re get-ting acclimated nght now,' said DrFnzzell, a physician specializing in diges-tive diseases

"We're dedicated to serving Sarubel'sresidents and visitors, as well as islandemployees If anyone has suggestions onhow to improve, please let us know," headded

Typical of many who visit the island,the Fnzzeils fell in love with Sanibel andbought a home here five years ago. "Wewould come down as much as possible,"said Dr. Frizzell, "but we wanted tobecome a bigger part of the community "

Huxters was up for sale, and it repre-sented a good potential for investment,according to the doctor When the couplevisited the island in December, 'it was just

visiting "Ding" Darling and making shorttrips by boat to places such as CabbageKey

"We love the shows at the WoodTheatre, too," noted Janet, an avid shelterwho frequents the Shell Museum She'salso very artistic, according to her hus-band, as he said tongue-in-cheek thatHuxters might launch a craft corner to dis-play her painted objets d'art

With a blended family that includesthree sons and a daughter, the Fnzzeilsmost enjoy entertaining relatives andfnends in the comfort of their Sanibelhome, their new found island in the sun #

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Manager Donna Medeiros (left) chats with Huxters' new owners, Dr James Frizzell and hiswife, Janet. It's business as usual at the deli-market-liquor store, but the couple welcomessuggestions from customers.

the nght tme and the nght place," saidJanet "The rest is history "

Huxters has been an island fixture forover 30 years, "the first place on and thelast place off" Sanibel, smiled Dr Frizzell"And we have the coldest beer on theisland See - I'm learning'"

Offering a huge vanety of merchan-dise, "everything from soup to nuts" anaplenty in between, Huxters is open earlyand late, 365 days a year

Known as "the store that never clos-

es," it's the place for the morning paperand morning coffee — and great breakfastsandwiches. It's famous for delicious fnedchicken and pizza, too "We plan toexpand our daily specials to include morehot entrees like meatloaf, mashed pota-toes and a vegetable," Donna notedCatering is offered, and wine tastingevents at the liquor store will continuethroughout season

The Fnzzeils have been enjoying islandliving, learning about the flora and fauna,

Parking Ratesadditional revenue to cover nsing costsThere has not been a parking fee increasesince 1997, despite escalations in thecosts of fuel, labor and, most recently,additional FAA-mandated security require-ments imposed as a result of the terroristattacks this past September."

Work is slated to begin this year on anew terminal complex south of the air-port's runway The new facility will morethan double the public parking available atthe existing terminal. A parking garagewill provide 2,200 parking spaces, almosthalf of them covered, and the long-termparking area will have space for 9,000vehicles

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Fothing appearsmore satisfying

I after severalyears of service thanbidding your officegoodbye, signing off onthe severance andretirement packages,then heading to Sanibelto enjoy fishing, golfing

and bicycling. The temptation to just get itall over with and move down here must bestaggering.

Before signing off on that retirementpackage, though, make sure you haveincorporated it into your estate and assetprotection plan.

The Wall Street Journal reports that2001 was a banner year for professionalservice firms offering early retirement. Thetrend should continue for several years.Many professional service firms are offer-ing lucrative buy-outs. These packagesgenerally include:

• A return of capital from your partner-ship interest, most of the time repaid underan installment basis;

• A severance benefit, that may consistof "consulting fees" for an ongoing basisand in some circumstances non-competecompensation; and

• Additional IRA, pension, and/or401(k) benefits.

Lets tackle each one from anestate/asset protection planning mode.

Return of CapitalThe income tax code considers return

of capital a capital gain item. Capital gainsare capped at 20 percent as opposed toordinary income that can reach almost 40percent, not counting state income taxes.Since most professional service firms offerprepackaged early retirement plans I willnot discuss the benefits of negotiatingpoints of your plan. You should ensure,however, that any installment obligation issomehow guaranteed or secured. Also, ifyou are selling something less than "sub-stantially all" of your interest in the firm,this item that is normally capital gain couldbe taxed at the higher ordinary income taxrates.

If a large part of your estate holdings isa "note receivable," you should make yourattorney aware so that he or she can draftappropriate language into your trust docu-ments.

Severance/Consulting and Non-Compete

The firm may also have offered you sev-erance and/or consulting fees. Here youmay be able to save considerable sums ifyou have not already accepted a packageand/or signed the retirement papers.Severance/Consulting and Non-Competepayments are generally considered ordi-

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1 have seen some individuals ask for atransfer to the Florida office (if there is one)prior to retiring. If the office is amenable toit, and structures the deal as occurring outof Florida, the theory is that the state thattaxes the northern income cannot reachthese benefits. As always, you should con-sult with your advisors before acting.

Deferred Compensation AmountsIRA, 401(k) and pension amounts des-

ignate a beneficiary. Upon your retire-ment, you are usually free to roll your pen-'sion amounts.to an IRA. Before doing so,meet with your planners to ensure that youhave properly designated the beneficiaries.Naming your trust could limit your spouse'srights, for example, in the event of yourdemise. Spousal elective share laws shouldbe addressed, particularly in second mar-riage situations.

Trusts could also accelerate the incomerecognition of these plans. So before yousimply name your trust or your spouse orchildren as beneficiaries of these plans, youshould give careful thought and meet withyour advisors.

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After dealing with all of this, I'm sureyou'll enjoy the sunshine even more.^

© 2001 Craig R. Hersch. Archives ofpreviously) published Will Power columnsavailable at www.sbshlaw.com.

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According to Smith, who joined theoriginal bank as a teller in 1980 andremembers training both Griswold andVan Alstyne a year later, the bankreturned to its original feeling as well.

With longtime customers like FrancisBailey, owner of Bailey's General Store onSanibel Island, it's not surprising to hearthat most of the customers and employeesremember the original bank, and that theyare still on a first-name basis with itsemployees. Griswold says evenCongressman Porter Goss, former Mayorof Sanibel Island who has also been a cus-tomer since the original bank was open,knows her by name.

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I started dating, all I wanted was a richman We married and now I find that I amin the same soup. He is rich but he willnot spend a dime on me I am going toget out of this marriage as soon as I canAre all men cheap misers at heart? Whatdo you think?

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prepare for hours of freestyle couching during the SaltLake Olympics, I decided to get into the mood by going ski-ing. This would be downhill skiing, as in plop my thermally-

protected keyster onto a cushy chair, ride comfortably to the topof a big hill, turn the pointy end of the skis back towards therestaurant, hang on to my wife and slide sweetly down the slopes.

The only exercise I ever seem to get, however, is when I go into my kamikaze com-bat tuck just prior to plowing into an unsuspecting ski school. I have developed quitea talent for knocking down one key skier who in turn wipes out the rest of the hap-less class (downhill domino Dave)

But on this particular day the mountain was cloaked in a cold and windy, thickJanuary fog. So in keeping with my annual resolve to experience two new adventureseach year, I decided to go down to the sheltered woods and try my hand at cross-country skiing. It turns out that cross-country skiing is as similar to downhill skiing aswater skiing is to fishing.

To begin with the "Nordic" ski lodge was different from downhill ski lodges.Wishing to begin my adventure with some nutritional support, I made for the cafete-ria. But my order for "fries and root beer" seemed to render the entire bustling lodgeof horrified Muesli-fed skiers instantly catatonic. "Sir, don't you mean alfalfa andEvian."

I rented my gear and began to head off."First time sir?" asked Hans as he handed me the poles."Why yes, how did you know?""Just a guess," stated the young blonde machine, staring at my post-Christmas

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What an amazing organ the heart is. This remarkable pump calculates how fast itmust beat in order for our muscles or organs to perform the tasks we demand ofthem It then pumps the required amount of_ oxygen-drenched blood to the necessarymuscles. But if we get carried away and demand too much blood, the heart willpound away so fast that it can seize up Heart muscle, like any other muscle, must beexercised or it becomes less and less efficient over time. Perhaps the reason that the

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average 65-year old Swede has a stronger heart than the average 30-year old beer-swilling, mullet-sporting Canadian is that the Swede has to put these skis on eachtime he goes out to milk the reindeer. So how fast is too fast? Charts are available a tevery gym and pool to help determine what is a decent target heart rate (THR) andwhat is dangerous. These are generally calculated on a formula of (220 - your age) x3/4. Warming up slowly to your THR and staying there for 30 minutes, three timesa week is necessary for good pump maintenance. Obese, hypertensive, sedentaryand older patients who want to avoid pump failure need to see a doctor prior tostressing the heart. Lazy lack of attention to the pump is the leading cause of deathin our society

What kind of condition is your heart in? One way to determine your cardio fitnesslevel is to see how long it takes for your heart to recover back to its resting pulseafter exercise. I marvel at the biathletes who ski like fiends with their heart racingaway and then pause as they prepare their rifles while their heart rate drops enoughfor them to steady their aim. And while I can't imagine skiing with a rifle strapped tomy back, I do wish I had one today as an answer to the next Viking who stops to askme if I'm OK. Heck, I'm just making snow angels^

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These two substances are not the sameand niadnamide does not have any effecton lipids in the body. That said, nicotinicacid is still considered a useful player inthe lipid-controlling line up, especiallywhen jrigSyrerides are hiqh and/or HDL isvery low. This agent would be helpful ifyou have high LDL and VLDL You'llhave to ask your doctor about these labratios.

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Dear Pharmacist,Sometimes I take naproxen (Aleve) or

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very dangerous. You must understand thatall anti-inflammatory drugs, whether theyare prescribed or over-the-counter canmake you retain fluid. When the bodyholds fluid, it pools in the hands and feetand this is called peripheral edema. It canspike your blood pressure to dangerouslyhigh ieveis. And that's just the tip of theiceberg.

Another big issue is gastric bleedingMany people don't realize that over-the-counter anti-inflammatory drugs areresponsible for about 19,000 deaths eachyear. Strangely, you don't hear muchabout this much, but last year when thepopular cough/cold drug, PPA was pulledoff the market, it accounted for only 5deaths. Figure that out

The point is, anti-inflammatories cancause bleeding ulcers and perforations,especially in older folks. Celebrex andVioxx's claim to fame is that they do nothave as high a risk for this problem. Thatis true, however, there is still some riskassociated with them so if you combineover-the-counter anti-inflammatories withthem, these risks increase. So don't do it.

If you have persistent headaches orbackaches, your doctor may just give youa higher dose of Celebrex or anotherpainkiller Either choice is safer than whatyou are doing now.

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New GroupStarting ForWjdows AndWidowersby Brian Johnson

Joanna Salerno, who lost her hus-band, Tony, in a boating accident inMay of 2001, has started a group

for widows and widowers The group,called "Growing Into Wholeness," willmeet the first and third Tuesday of eachmonth at 10 30 a.m. in the parish hallof St. Isabel Church The group is opento the public and free of charge.

"My intention for the group is to createa space of trust, a place where people cancry and express their feelings of loss," saidSalerno "Yet it will not only be a place toshare sadness and grief, but how to honorour loved ones by moving forward and liv-ing our lives "

The group got under way on Tuesday,January 22.

"We're not only inviting recent widowsand widowers, but people who have gonethrough it and recovered and healed," saidSalerno. "People who have suffered a losslike this need to hear that people havegone through to the other side. I need tohear it."

Salerno moved to Sanibel Island in thesummer of 2000 with Tony and her threechildren, Jesse, Elijah and Maria. The cou-ple came to Sanibel for their honeymoon,and loved it so much that they returned to

Joanna and Tony Salerno

the island for the next twenty years tovacation "During these vacations Tonywould look through the real estate maga-zines and say, 'One day we're going tolive here,'" said Salerno.

The family closed on a house on May15, 2000 and made preparations to leavetheir home in Hollywood, Florida. TheSalernos were excited to see their dreamcoming true. Tony had worked hard tocreate his own business, ProfessionalHotel-Motel Liquidators, which took himaround the country renovating hotels.

Their first year on Sanibel was full of

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joys. Tony loved being on the water. Thekids liked island life. Joanna becameinvolved in activities at St. Isabel Church.Construction started on a pool behindtheir home.

On May 17, 2001 Tony and the boystook out the boat for a day of fishing onthe Gulf of Mexico. "One day he was hereand I said goodbye to him on a fishing trip

•and then I never saw him again," saidSalemo.

The last eight months have been themost difficult of her life. "It starts with dis-belief - how can this happen? Then thereis acceptance and forgiveness. Forgivingyour spouse for leaving you, forgiving Godfor taking him. After that there is heal-ing . I have gratitude for what he's givenme, the love we've shared, our children."

Salemo was born in Vineland, NewJersey Tony was born in Bayonne, NewJersey, but they didn't meet until theyfound themselves working for the samecompany in Miami, Florida They marriedand settled in Hollywood

Moving to Sanibel meant a reunionwith family. Salerno's mother, MarieLorito, lives on the island, while otherfamily members live on the west coast ofFlorida.

Salerno thanks God for the strength tocontinue during this time, and thanksTony for the example he gave her and thechildren "If my husband were here, hewould say, 'Get on with it, Joanna, live itto the full.' He had that excitement for liv-ing. That's the vision I want to bring tothe group."

She also thanks her children. "I'vereceived so much love and support from

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Salemo found out first-hand the waythe residents of Sanibel rally around any-one in the midst of difficult times. "I'vebeen overwhelmed by the outpouring oflove, generosity and support fromislanders, especially the priests and parish-ioners of St. Isabel Church "

It is Salerno's hope to help those whofeel alone in their loss, who may havegiven up on life. "We didn't die with ourspouses," she said. "I'm going to get outand do what I have to do. I'll cry throughit if I have to, but I can't crawl under thecovers. I need to move forward, and leadthe life Tony would want me to."&

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-IN STOCK-This unit is self-contained, propane poweredand attracts and kills mosquitoes, no-see-umsand biting flies without dangerous pesticides.

Safe around children and pets.992-8860 • Toll Free 866-602-9958

www.MosquitoMagSWFL.com

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

BRENDA R. ROGUSKAOWNER/REALTOR®

Fax: 941-395-2505

TOLL FREE: 1-888-301-1268GERMAN: 0-800-182-4459

UK: 0-800-096-5971us: 941-395-2610

W e M a k e V a c a t i o n s S i m p l e !1633 Periwinkle Way, Suite G

Sanibel, FL 33957WWW.SANIBEL0NE.COM • E-MAIL: BRENDA@SANIBEL0NE.COM

PET SITTING

PROFESSIONAL PET SITTING SERVICE"Tender Loving Care When You're Not There"Bonded and Insured • Member of Pet Sitters International

Linda McLaughlin, Owner395-3773 Email: petnanny@gate.net

FENG SHU1 CONSULTANT

UVniE CASTALDO » l A O ^ * * Of Jr TRADITIONALGnwwltatrt vV> Bri«S i ) is Pt- FENG SHVIii, Jv Prosperity. «» n.

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Personal & Business

Consultations

941-472 3818

FAX 941-395-3379

Email lmpenalFengShui@aol com Web www ImpenalHouseofFengShm comCall today for your home or business consultation

PHOTOGRAPHY

Mobile 910-4110(941) 395-0743Sanibel Island

VideographyVirtual Tours

Digital ImagingWeddings

Portraits

PHOTOGRAPHY

Jim Anderson E-Mail jmaphotography@cs.com

COMPUTER SERVICE

DSL e U s ISDNWireless Networking

Technical Support

Professional Business and Home Solutions

One company for all technology needs

Service Satisfaction Guaranteed!!!

Ph: 941 541 4614 Fax: 941 472 0974

PAINTING SERVICES

John Salyers, Jr. Painting3 Generations of Quality Painting on Sanibel

COMMERCIALRESIDENTIAL

INTERIOR • EXTERIORDeal Direct With Father & Son

Owner Does Work!

Bus: (941)395-3928 • Cell: (941)849-1412

COSMETICS

SeneGenceINTERNATIONAL, lnc

Tammle Trahant . i »• <r ».-Independent Distributor LOOg LQSllfHJ lOSfflfitltS

1624 Bunting laneSanibel FL 33967

941/395 3877Fax 941/3963874

Email tfahanrtamiiy@aolcom

PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORYPAINTING SERVICE

RON'SPAINTING

"The owner does the work."

Superior service anil commitment to exceptional work are the foundation of Ron's Painting As asmall business owner, Ron Rooker places a great deal of value in personally meeting each or hisclients Customer attentiveness runs deeper than friendliness and a positive attitude Ron worksclosely with his customers in choosing painting products and techniques that meet a variety ofunique and creame painting needs Trained as a residential and commercial painting contractor,Ron brings his painting skills to al! interior, exterior and decorative faux painting assignments

482-1695 • 15 years Experience j-«2B g

COURIER SERVICE

JSIANCJ qo-fERdeliveries and shopping and errands

and making life easier!

336.8322since 1997 ginny huking

www.islandgofer.com

UPHOLSTERY

A Friendly Personalized Service FromOwner-Operator Steven Cservenyak

PARAMOUNT DECORATOR& UPHOLSTERY

since 1974Complete line ot quality upholstery work by European CraftsmanWe work with the finest imported silk, satin, damask, brocades, velvets,

hand-bamed crewel, embroidered tapestries from Italy, Belgium & India

Antique Furniture RestorationWe also do boat cushions & down feather cushions472-8086 • 735 Donax Street, Sanibel Island

TITLE SERVICE

EXECUTIVETITLE

1456 Periwinkle Way Suite CSanibel, FL 33957(941)472-8228

Fax:(941)472-2868Gilda Suarez, CLC

Vice President

HOME BUILDING & REMODELING

GeneralContractorJnc.~lome Buildinc? & RemodelinoSanibel/Captiva/Ft. Myers

(941)489-0442State Certification Number CG CA05420

PAINTING

LEN WOJNAR^ OWNER

THE RAINT COMPANY, JNG;LICENSED •INSURED • BONDED

LEE COUNTY • P.T; 000268EXTERIOR-INTERIOR

PRESSURE CLEANING & MINOR^REPAIRS;•:;:•>••; ; ; ^ - ' O V e r ^ . 8 0 Q 1

4 7 2 - 8 8 4 4 . ; : ; l • • • • ; : : ' - : ^ C • . . • : : >. v '••-•r :•".::'v. S a h i b e h L i c . ' ' 5 0 2 0 5 9

BUILDER

Cordelle DevelopmentCorporation of Florida

A DeForest Family Tradition

Custom Homes Major Remodeling Carpentry

Sanibel Island/ Ft. Myers/ Syracuse, NY

4544458www.cordelle.com

CR C057082

HOME BUILDING & REMODELING

Mark McQuadleGENERAL CONTRACTOR

Custom Home Building and Remodeling Specialists

• Custom Woodworking

• Committed to Excellence

• Phone: 472-5444The Islands' Longest Established

Construction BusinessLic#:CG013441

BOAT TOURS

Est. 1986

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ADVENTURESIN PARADISE

PORT SANIBEL MARINA

Daily Boat Excursions• Backwater Fishing• Seallfe Encounter• Champagne Sunset Cruise• Wave-Runner Eco-Tour• Power Boat Rentals

• 472-8443 or 437-1660

CONTRACTORS

HOME BUILDING& REMODELINGA full service contiactordedicated to exceptional

t f * quality at a reasonable price

t i l Voted "Best of the Islands"C O N S T R U C T I O N c o . 1999and2001

Michae l J. Val iqUette island Resident Lie #CCC056909G E N E R A L C O N T R A C T O R Hurricane Protection Consultant

(941)472-0200

PAINTING - FAUX FINISHING

Custom ntUSJb y Phillip Hair

''Turning rooms into works, of artfor over 17 years'"

Glazes, Colorwashes, Marbling...Fine Interior Painting

licensed se Insured Painting Contractor

FT01-00670 Sanibel Uc 02-09^73

CLEANING & REPAIR

B I G B L U E SERVICES,INC• CARPET REPAIRS

• CARPET CLEANING

• PRESSURE CLEANING

• TILE & GROUT CLEANING

707-BLUE ( 2 5 8 3 )Licensed & Insured

CHIROPRACTIC SERVICE

SanibelChiropractic

B A, MA, DC.Chiropractor

12 \ears experience

IMMEDIATE APPOINTMENTS • 472-0900

^ S S S K S T m7Penwinlde%appointment even alter hours and weekends I A c r o s s ™ m Jerry sj

CONSTRUCTION

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XH&ed & IrciwiCBC059735

(941) 707-6902

REMODELING

PROGRESSIVE BUILDERS, INC.Full Service

Remodeling ContractorsMichael Spreckelmeier, PresidentServing the Islands for 11 years

@>NAHB 941 -939-5411 g$|

www.progressivebuilders.com

Call for a FREE Remodeling Guide |941 -939-4982 24 hr. message line

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HELP WANTED

THE SANIBEL SCHOOLHEAD CUSTODIAL POSITION 8 hrs

(benefits & tolls paid)

BOOKKEEPER/CLERK TYPISTIfyou are interested please call the

school office at 472-1617 Tolls are paid'6/30 NC TFN

REAL ESTATE SALESLooking For Success???

Let Coldwell BankerMcFadden & Sprowls

Help You

Experienced or Newly Licensed

9 Locally Owned Offices inCollier &C Lee counties

Call Kathy Mouyos foryour confidential interview

472 66692/19 8M TFN

DELIVERY STAFFNEEDED!

We are looking for an assistant managerpizza cook and drivers' Excellent tips

Apply in person, Johnny s Pizza,2496 B Paim Ridge Sambel

HOME SCHEDULERS, TYPISTSAND PROOFREADERS

needed forHINDSIGHT MYSTERY SHOPPERS

395 2492Check out our website www hindsight com

1314 DISC TFN

SECRETARY/RECEPTIONISTSmall Market Research Companyon Sambel Looking for a Fulltime

Receptionist/SecretaryWord and Power Point a must'

Excellent Compensationand RetirementSend resume to

InterData Inc1101 Periwinkle Way #108

Sambel, FL 33957or call 472-3474

RS 1 11 BM 1 25

CHALLENGING,INTERESTING,

DIVERSIFIED POSITIONFOR INTERNATIONAL

PSYCHOLOGISTRequires thorough knowledge ofcomputer, top notch office/skills &good phone voice Call 472-7792

or Fax resume 472-6904RS-1/25-AMEX 1/25

IMMEDIATEOPENING

For person with retail experienceFull-time 5 day week

Call Arundels, 472-0430S-1/25-NC-TFN

aHELP WANTED

BEACH RENTALASSISTANT

Sailing knowledge helpful, but willingto train right person Must have

a friendly personally and like to workoutside Position is at beautiful .

Casa Ybel Resort Apply toBilly s Rentals, 1470 Periwinkle Way

9am - 4pm, 472-5248RS 1/25 BM 1/25

CENTURY 21J.B. Novelli Internationale

Fine Homes & Estates

Agents for Sanibel/Capma& Ft M>ers

Full Timt Onlytxpenenced or Professional

New licenseesContact Bruce 395-1200

ENTHUSIASM" PEOPLE ORIENTED' If thatdescribes you then you re what we re looking forWork in paradise' Want to know more? 472 2938between 10am-5pm

RS1/25-V1/25

SERVERS AND BARTENDERS needed Full orPart time Flexible hours Gilligans RestaurantSanibel Call for interview 472 0608

RS 1/28 BM 1/25

FULL-TIME YEAR ROUND at Island Beach/Giftstore Some evenings and weekends Tolls paidPaid vacation & pension plan Group health insur-ance available Competitive wages Call Joe @472 8185 for appointment

SERVICES OFFERED

INFORMATIONHOTLINE

941-472-6669 Ext. 611COLDUJGLJ-

SPROWLS

LILLY LOVES ORCHIDS...She II love yours toolAll hybrid species

Total orchid culture care..In Your Shade House or Mine!

395-2492 island resident11 23 CC TFN

HANDY MAN SERVICES Home or yard repairshonesty dependability and quality with every jobLicense #01 08762 Call Mike @ 454 1294

10/12 BM TFN

VACATION RENTALS

BRAND NEW HOMEUpscale Sanibel home in

Beachview Estates with spaciousrooms 3/3, veranda heated

screened pool and spa near beachMonthly rental starting April 2002

(800) 538-5136

Island VacationsOf Sanibel & Captiva

Million $ Views Await You'• Cottages • Condos • Homes •Miles of Beaches & Bike Paths

941-472-72771-888-451-7277

2 BEDROOM COTTAGE$97.50 DAILY

Also, 1 bedroom cottage Petswelcome' Both just recently

completed and available for thewinter months Best rates onthe island Enjoy Sanibel the

way it should be, surrounded bynature in a relaxed waterfrontsetting Our location is mid-

island, you can walk to shopsand restaurants and you re stillonly a 5 minute bike ride to thebeach We include bikes andbeach gear, and the groundshave a bar-b-que grill and areally cool swing overlooking

our fresh water lake and wildlifepreserve area Both are fur-

nished with extra comfy furni-ture Of course we offer cable(50+ channels) Outside decks

and nature at Her best! Call561-414-7355 for a human

being or 1-877-414-7333 for arecorded message & please

visit our sitewww StayOnSanibel comMay God Richly Bless You"

11/9 AMEX TFN

SANIBELCAPTAIN S WALK CONDO

1 bedroom 1 bathShort Walk to Beach

Available through AprilWill consider 1 month

All offers 941-940-0177S1 11 VTFN

NEAR BEACH!PRIVATE 3 BEDROOM,

2 BATH HOMEWith heated pool in quiet Sanibel neigh-borhood Seasonal and monthly rentals

941472-0692 < Toll Free 1-888-232-2459

PUNTA RASSAGorgeous views Awesomeremodeled corner unit. 2/2

Available February & March$4,000 per month. 472-1923.

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VACATION RENTALS

Sanibel & Captiva

CENTRAL RESERVATIONS, Inc.Your ORIGINAL central reservation service on the Islands with

over 5,000 one to seven bedroom homes, condos, cottages, efficiencies and hotelrooms, on and off beach, in our network Weekly, daily and monthly rentals.

***Let us do the searching for you***Lie Real Estate Broker, call 800-325-1352 or 472-0457

For some, a Sambel/Captwa vacation is luxury enough

OTHERS DEMAND MOREIf you're looking for more, Royal Shell offers some of the islands' most palatialprivate homes and luxurious condominiums Multiple bedrooms and baths,beachfront and bayfront locations, crystal blue «pools, tennis courts, cabanas and the ultimate *Z

luxury of secluded privacy Visit our Website ]^OYA.L\ S H E L L .to s a m p l e some of these o p u l e n t accom v a c a t i o n smodations and make your reservation o n line Qet T h e Royal Trea tmen t

f 800 656-9111 f\^w;R6ydiShell com

VACATION RENTALS

VACATION& ANNUALRENTALS

i rom an exquisite beachfrontor golf course home to a simple yet

beautiful condominium -we can assist you Wliether you areplanning your honeymoon, family

vacation or relocatingwe are ready to handleyou) needs and wants'

941-395-12001-800-883-0210

CENTURY 21J B Novell!

InternationaleEmail C21vaoanon@aol com

10 5 BM TFN

GULF FRONTBEACH HOUSE

For rent by the monthLarge pool with Jacuzzi

Tiki on beach 4 bedrooms 3 baths941-454-7233

1 •SANIBELSanibel & Captiva

Island Reservations

VACATION RENTALS

ANNUAL ORMONTHLY RENTAL

No lease 3BR 2BA Sanibel home Bring yourboat Private ramp on deep water canal Perfect

if you re in between homes or building yours$1 900 mos Available Now 941 4724411

CASA YBEL FOR RENTWeek 5 corner unit, screenedin porch, second floor guest

views, overlooking pool & golf2/2 sleeps six $2,000

561-347-7802, also for saleHS 1/25 BM 1 25

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath VillasPool & Tennis

Just across from SambelAnnual or Seasonal

941 395-1200Century 21 J B Novelli Internationale

R 1 11BM 1 5

ANNUAL RENTALS

THE DUNES988 Greenwood Court

Spacious 3 bedroom 2'2 bath halfduplex New paint new floors close

to Causeway 1 year lease@ $1 600 per month + utilities

Call (H) 941-472-3708 leave message,(W) 941-395 8874

Call The Island Sunat 395-1213 orFax 395-2299to Place Your

Classified Ad, for aslow as $7 per week

C L A S S I F I E D A D D E A D L I N E M O N D A Y A T N O O NANNUAL RENTALS

ANNUALRENTALS~ BSCH-POOL'LAKE

Ground levei 3/2 pool home,offers 2 car garage, living room,

lake front and short walk tobeach Call to view

$1.850/mo

LAKE-POOL-GOLFThis immaculate 3 bedroom/2 bath

UF executive pool homeoverlooks lake onto golf courseTile thru-out Yard & pool care

included $2,20Q/mo

GULF-POOL-LAKEThis exclusive 3 bedroom, 2 bathupdated home offers heated pool,double garage, lake front and is

across from the beach$2 200/mo

ONE BEDROOMThis rarely offered 1 bed, 1 bathapt is In a private serene settingand has a lake view $675/mo

Call today for info or to view theseand other fine properties available

Call 472-6747Gulf Beach Properties, Inc

27 Years Island Rental Service_ Your One Stop Rental Office ^_H S 11/30 BM 1/23 HJ

2BR 2BA WITH POOL & Jacuzzi Short walk tobeach $1550 mo For more Information callRemax of the Islands, 472 5050

WATCH THE LAKE - POND WILDLIFE from yourDunes lanai 2 bedroom 2 bath tn 1/2 duplex largecarport & storage closets Mature vegetation Firstmonth $1100 nine month lease or more $1250per month Unfurnished with washer, dryer andrefrigerator Call Lori at 395 6100 or Adele or Garyin Colorado (970)461 0422

12/21 BM TFN

2BR 2BA CONDO IN GULF HARBOURWasher/dryer lake view pool golf available$1000 per month + utilities no pets Call 1-770

RABBIT ROAD 3 BED 2 BATH ground level homewith pool $1850 month Sanibel One 395 2610

12/7 BM 1/18

OUT OF STATE RENTALSSUMMER RENTAL Coastal MainePemaquid Point Charming new log home 3/2and restored classic cottage Both overiookingocean and islands See for yourself at www roundpix com/pemaquidrentals html 472 9198

REAL ESTATE

WATERFRONT HOME AND 2 BUILDING LOTSon separate deep saltwater canalsall seawalled & very close to openbay and Intracoastal, no bndges

All to be auctioned off on 1/26/02Call 1-800-246-4882

FOR SALE BY OWNERKick me I m down.

Duplex 2/2 & 1/1 totally remodeled2050 Sunrise Circle Olde Sanibelcharm on fresh water lake Quiet &private Italian tile wood cabinetsfireplace porches unique swing

barb-que 100% furnishedExtremely motivated and flexible

Income $25,000+ asking $498 500cash owner financing or lease pur-

chase possible you tell me Youwill never have a better chance toown Income property on Sanibel

Comes with Its own website tomake renting easier For the details

visit www StayOnSanibel comor call 561-414-7355 NOW

12/14 BM TFN

GULF FRONT Spacious luxurythree-story townhouse in a quiet11-unit complex set in a tropicalgarden It feels more like a pri-vate home than a condo It has2 bedrooms and 2 5 baths,cathedral ceilings, magnificentwrap around screened porch,private garage with a dumbwaiter, huge master suite withseparate vanity/dressing area,the master bath has separatetub and shower The flooring isimported Italian tile throughoutThe kitchen has Sanibel maplecustom cabinetry, Conancountertops and sink and all theusual amenities A full sizewasher and dryer are in thekitchen for added convenienceThe home is tastefully decorat-ed in an off white modem d corFurnished All rooms haveGulf view. Weekly rentalsprovide incredible income.Tour Sat only 12 2 p mCall (941) 246-6683Please no brokers

PINE ISLANDWATERFRONT HOTLISTFree up to the minute report showing

the 10 best buys on Pine Island'Free recorded message1-800-298-0457 ID #102

Sellstate Realty Network - Pine Island

REAL ESTATE

BEACHVIEWTHE NUESTRA

NEW Custom Built Home OnGolf Course 3 108 sf Great

Room - 4 bedrooms 2 1/2 bathsTropical Pool Area - Must See

THE ATTOCHANEW Mediterranian Style

Home on Golf Course - 2 860 sf4 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths

Unique Design Call for info

INVESTMENTNew Duplex For Sale

1,600 sf per unit Great Roomplanw/3BR 2BA per side

pool package availableGreat Investment Property

$670 000

New Florida Style3BR 2BA w/ Formal DiningLiving Room - Family RoomVaulted Ceilings - $429,000

Lots For SaleTHE DUNES - Lake $229 900

BEACHVIEW - Call for infoMAIN ST AREA - $149,900OFF ISLAND

FIDDLESTICKS CC36 Championship Holes

NEW Mediterranian StyleHome on Golf Course - 4,190 sf

4 bedrooms, 3 1/2 bathsCustom Built Home On

Golf Course 3 100 sf Under airPanoramic view - tile - granite - pool

Never lived In $585 000

Golf Course lotsFrom $119 900InvestmentProperty

6 plex lots with DO and plans$79,000 Call for info

Call Roger Stening941-437-1540.770-4707

CENTURY 21 J B NOVELLI INT LHS 1/25 BM TFN

PRIVATE HUNTINGRESERVE IN THEMOUNTAINS OF

EAST TENNESSEE30 miles from Knoxville210+/-acres with cabin

Abundant deer, grouse, turkeys,and small game 2 spring-fedponds -1 is stocked with bass& bluegill Gated entrance from

county road Cabin hasfull kitchen, bath w/showers,well, AC, wood heat, Sat TV,

furniture, etc Approx 40 acresof small cleared fields, the rest

is mostly hardwoods Forddiesel 3600 tractor w/imple-ments included $249,000.

Call Gary Epperson (Owner/Agent)(865) 856-8521

1/11 AMEX 1/25

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941-395-1213

CALLING CARDEmergency , . .911Sanibel Police 472-3111Lee County Sheriff's Office 477-1200

On Call Captiva Deputy 490-1747Fire 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 472-3700Building Department 472-4555Community Housing and Resources 472-1189Planning Department 472-4136

LibrarySanibel 472-2483Captiva , 472-2133

Post OfficeSanibel 800-275-8777Captiva 472-1674

Sanibel Community Association 472-2155Senior Center . 472-5743

ArtsArcade Theater 332-4488BIG ARTS (Barrier Island Group for the Arts) 395-0900Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre 278-4422Gulf Coast Symphony 472-6197Lee County Alliance of the Arts 939-2787Naples Philharmonic (941)597-1111Old Schoolhouse Theater 472-6862J. Howard Wood Theater 472-0006Sanibel Music Festival (941)336-7999Sanibel-Captiva Art League 472-4258S.W. Florida Symphony 418-0996

Clubs & OrganizationsAARP (Dorothy Shelton) 472-5517ABWA (American Business Women's Assoc.) 466-0548American Legion 472-9979Angel Flight SE (Ted Tyson) 472-8394Audubon Society 339-8046Sanibel Beautification Inc 395-8881Community Foundation of Sanibel-Captiva 274-5900CROW (Clinic For The Care & Rehabilitation of Wildlife) .472-3644FISH Of Sanibel (Friends in Service Here) 472-0404Fishing Club 472-7257Horticultural Society of the Islands 472-6940Kiwanis Club 395-0328Lion's Club (Hal Theiss, President) 472-3829Master Gardeners of the Islands 472-6940Newcomers 395-2457Optimist Club 395-0691PAWS 472-1027 or 472-9383Rotary Club 472-1038Sanibel-Captiva Orchid Society 472-6940Sanibel-Captiva Power Squadron 472-3828Sanibel-Captiva Shell Club 395-1770The Retired Officers Association

(TROA, Alex MacKensie) 395-9232Zonta Club 472-1345

Island AttractionsBailey-Matthews Shell Museum 395-2233J.N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge 472-1100Sanibel Historical Village & Museum 472-4648SCCF (Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation) 472-2329

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HOME WITH BEAUTIFUL LAKE VIEWS Large lot195 (on lake) x 128 2 bedroom 2 bath unfur-nished Living area 1,344 sq ft, total 2,527 Newlyupdated Canoeing and fishing $395,000 Makeoffer Pnnciples only, 941-849-1000

S 1/25 MC 2/15

DUPLEX ON BEACH Two one-bedroom unitscomplete with tenants Call Joyce Sambel Realty,Inc 472-0440, or 877-256 5463 toll free

US 1/11 BM 2/1

THEY AREN T MAKING ANY MORE OF ITIn the year 2000 vacant land sold at a record paceOver 171 vacant lots changed hands last year andmany of those sales involved Charles Sobczak Theyear 2001 is starting even stronger From the Sambelsewer expansion, to ecological zones and permitteduses no one knows vacant land better than MrSobczak If you are considering buying land onSambel call a vacant lot specialist If you are senousabout seiling your undeveloped property, why wouldyou call anyone else' Please call Charles Sobczak(Subzak) at Pnscilla Murphy Realty, # 1 - 800233-8829 or locally at 472-1511CURRENTLY ACTIVE LISTINGS:i NEW HOME JUST LISTED'" Who says the

1 I Island has become too expensive? Three bed-u room, 2 bath piling home situated on a woodedlot over half an acre in size Hardwood floors over-sized garage, over 2000 sq ft under air, newkitchen, new paint, new roof, what do you expectrts a new home Asking pnce, and yes, its onSanibel $449555 Please call quick} SECLUDED HOMESITE™ I just listed this great

(J vacant lot in an up and coming eastending neigh-borhood A double tot, on the very end of the road,

with plenty of privacy and seclusion Its location givesit almost a peninsula feel, and the sewer assessmentis paid as well as Ihe tot having already been clearedMore than fairly pnced at $189,555 with a completedata package free for the asking Call Charlie today at472-0491f PRICE REDUCED"' This canal front, four bedroom

( j home is looking for a new owner Located on theeast end of Sanibel, this home has everything high

cathedral ceilings, boat lift dumbwaiter, mother-in-lawquarters, two master suites, solar heated pool, threecar garage, hurricane shutters and a fantastic viewPnce has been reduced nearly $20,000 Call Charliefor a complete information package on this lovely ShellHarbor homef AFABULOUS HOME ATTHE RIDGE AT SANIBEL

( j BAYOUS'" Take a minute to look into this fabulousnew listing near the very end of Umbrella Pool

Road Three bedrooms, three baths community pool,tennis deeded beach access, Mexican tile reroofed,repainted, and only steps to beautiful Bowman sBeach Asking $579,555 and well worth it Call Charlietoday for photos and a complete data packagef NEW LOT LISTING"1 Located on the east side of

j j Bowman s Beach Road, this large lot is mere stepsto one of the most expansive beaches on Sanibel

The lot is 100x200 and is encircled by conservationland on (wo sides The sewer expansion is scheduledto be avialable in 2003-2004 so you II have plenty oftime to plan your dream home Sign on properly andcomplete package, including aerial photographs avail-able by calling 472-1511 ortoll free 1-800-233-8829

1/26 BM TTN

TIME SHARE FOR SALESANIBEL ISLAND at Sanibel Beach Club II week2 Asking $9,900 Call Ray at 395-1929

S 1/18 V 2/1

BUSINESS FOR SALEPERSONABLE EVERGLADES TOUR COMPANYReliable van, established 800 numberand website, 10,000 brochures Owner relocationBest offer over $29,900 See wwwfossilexpeditions com/sale htm or call 941 -368-3252

RS1S/MV2/1

NEAR BEACH!!!Sea Oats subdivision, end of

cul-de-sac Beach Access GreatNeighborhood 564 Hideaway Court$285,000 Call Clo Whitney, Realtor,

John Gee & Co 941-281-306711/30 BM 1/25

1/3 ACRE 1 000 feet from Sanibel s Best beach$175,000 No Realtors 395-2420

S 1/25 BM 1/25

FOR SALE BY OWNER, comer lot, mid isfandSanibel 100x115, $132,900, principles only, 941-707-8300

10/19 MC TFN

COMMERCIAL SPACE

FOR LEASETahitian GardensShopping CenterSpace Available

Cali 1-877-561-0726.RS 1/25 BM TFN

FOR LEASEApproximately 1,100 sq. ft.

Behind WindsGrand Island Vacations,

472-5322

BONITA SPRINGS,SOUTHWEST FLORIDA'S

HOTTEST LOCATION!Brand new, high visibility officespace available Up to 2,800 squarefeet Perfect location for a real estatebusiness.

CallJ.B. Novelli

941472-8000CENTURY 21 j .B Novelli Internationale

1/4 BM 1/25

tlkBOATS - CANOES • KAYAKS

2000 28FT

SPORTSCRAFT94 beam, 500 HP Volvo,closed cooling, 35 hours,

hard top, windlass,dive platform, etc 472-6146

HS-t/25 BM 1/25

MAKO24.8 1987Walk around with cuddy cabin.

225 Evinrude Outboard.Great boat.

Phone 466-7775 ask for Scott.Evenings call 454-1473,

ask for Ken.RS 1/11 NC TFN

16'1989 - HOBIE CAT

Sails, Boat, BeachLauncher, Trailer.

Excellent Condition.$1,500. Call 395-2011.

2 KAYAKS - Prizms from Aquaterra - $350 each2 paddles - Sea Passage by Perception 220 - $75each Yakima rooftop earner - $150 415-9177evenings

FtS-1/18 PP 1/25

10% OFF NEW WILDERNESS SYSTEMSKAYAKS purchased by Jan 31, 2002 CaptivaKayak Co 395-2925

S1/18BM 1/25

COVERED STORAGE with private boatramp available on Sanibel $150 per mo Call941-218-8878

S 1/1B BM TFN

1993PROLINE24 fishing boat Walk around cen-ter console w/ cuddy & head 200 Yamaha(300hrs) w/ kicker Full electronics $12,000 OBOCall 941-472-4411

1/11 BM TFN

AUTOS FOR SALE

1990PORSCHE 911

Slate grey met /linen tipLoaded, garaged. Rare mint

21,000 miles. $36,900Bruce, days 275-4466,

eves 561-2262.

FURNITURE FOR SALE2 ANTIQUE MAHOGANY DRESSERS 1 high -9 drawers 1 low - 4 drawer $500 firm 395-8719

RS 1/25 PP 1/25

MISC FOR SALEJENN-AIRE RANGE and side-by-side refrigeratorfor sale Good working order We II take best offer472-5775

CONCRETE LAWN STATUES & 3ft three tierfountain, bird bath, 2 benches, wall hangings,stepping stones and more Tom 472-6106 Cash& carry

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DrC H Stratz: Die Schonheit desWeiblichen Korpers. Ferdinand Enke,Stuttgart, 1902. Tissued plates, photos, diagrams 13th edition Good insomewhat soiled beige illustrated cloth, with light fraying at spine ends, cor-ners bumped $100Keene, Carolyn (Ghostwritten for the Stratemeyer syndicate) Nancy Drew

Mystery Stories #1 The Secret of the Old Clock. Grosset and Dunlap, NYCopyrighted 1930, this is a second format, thick clue cloth with orange letter-ing, illustration and head, in the white-spine dustjacket without spine symbolOrange silhouette endpapers Lists to #10, Larkspur Lane on front flap.JudyBolton #5 on rear panel Dustjacket has other series titles printed on reverseVery good, with a vg- jacket, some chipping at extremities, It loss to T insecret, 1 present at base, sm chip front flap Scarce in this condition. $250Mark Nohl Photographs of New Mexico. Published by New Mexico

Magazine, 1997 Large format, SIGNED by Nohl on front endpaper in silverink on black, in year of publication Very good (a few corners creased, It fad-ing to base of purple cloth), in a good dustjacket with a chip from the base of1/3 by 1 $30To order or for further information contact Pat and Frank Parks, SometimesA Great Notion - Books7 Harper St, PO Box 205, Stamford, NY 12167 notionbk@wpe com(607)652-7158

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