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j Skimming the news ... Greatest Generation story inside, page 18. H Anna Maria Thie Islander 'O Turtles freed, inside. "The Best News on Anna Maria Island Since 1992" www.islander.org Volume 14, No. 1, Nov. 9, 2005 FREE Holmes Beach: Zaccagnino win zings Maloney By Rick Catlin Islander Reporter Newcomer David Zaccagnino scored a political up- set in the race for the three Holmes Beach City Commis- sion seats up for election yesterday, leading all four can- didates with 742 votes, while long-time commissioner Don Maloney was defeated in his bid for a fifth term. Incumbents Rich Bohenberger and Patrick Morton were returned to the commission with 679 and 600 votes respectively, while Maloney garnered 502 votes. Turnout was light among the Holmes Beach elec- torate as just 29 percent of the city's 3,406 registered voters took to the polls. Veteran political analysts say that generally, voter turnout is higher during an even- numbered year, particularly if it's a presidential elec- tion such as in 2004. In the non-binding referendum on consolidation on Election night action on Island Christine Toilette, left, looks knowingly away from the vote totals held by Anne Marie Thorpe, Anna Maria administrative assistant. Tollette won a seat on the Anna Maria Commission in Tuesday's elec- tion. Islander Photo: Rick Catlin the ballot, city voters agreed that the city should pur- sue "studies" to determine if Island consolidation is feasible. The referendum passed, 634 to 339, a 65-per- cent favorable vote. The question, however, is largely moot as the Anna Maria City Commission declined to place the referen- dum language on its ballot. This was Zaccagnino's second effort at a commis- sion seat. "I'm very happy at the results. I'm ready to roll up my sleeves and get to work. I'd like to thank everyone who came out and voted. I'm ready to let the public be our customer. I'm really looking forward to serving on the commission," he said. He attributed much of his success to his door-to- door and telephone campaigning, which he said made voters aware of the issues facing the city. Holmes Beacn candidates for city commission,from left, David Zaccagnino holding daughter Sela, Pat Morton, Don Maloney and Rich Bohnenberger waited at the poll for the results of the Tuesday election, which were posted at approximately 7:20 p.m. Islander Photo: Bonner Joy Anna Maria: Toilette, Woodland, Quam win By Rick Catlin Islander Reporter Anna Maria voters yesterday elected political new- comer Christine Toilette to the city commission and re- turned the two incumbent city commissioners to office. Tollette finished as the top vote-getter with 451 votes, while current commissioners Dale Woodland and John Quam polled 424 and 419 votes respectively. Challenger Jo Ann Mattick had 361 votes. Turnout among the city's electorate was moderate in this non-presidential election year as 43 percent of the city's 1,483 registered voters cast a ballot. Quam won election to his third term in office, while Woodland will enter his second term. Toilette said she was extremely pleased at the re- sults and is looking forward to her first-ever term as an elected official. "I'd like to thank the voters of Anna Maria for electing me to office and I promise that I will listen to the people and make the best decision possible in the interest of the city," Tollette said. "We have a number of issues to deal with and I'm anxious to begin, espe- cially with the comprehensive plan." Quam thanked the electorate for returning him to office and pledged to continue moving forward to solve the city's long-standing stormwater drainage and road problems. "I'm looking forward to this next term in office," he said. "The commission has really moved forward with a number of projects and I believe the people wish us to continue in that direction." He cited the upcom- ing commission review of the comprehensive plan and land development codes as a major issue the new com- mission will face. Woodland accepted the mandate from the voters to continue working on revising the comprehensive plan to keep Anna Maria as a residential community, com- pleting capital improvement projects, while at the same time keeping taxes at a minimum. "I'd like to thank all those who voted and the can- didates. It was a good, clean campaign and this will be good for the city," he said. Woodland noted that one of the major issues fac- ing the commission is the comprehensive plan. "I'm glad to be a part of that process. I think the city is on the right track," he concluded. Mattick was gracious in defeat. She thanked those voters who had cast a ballot in her favor and congratulated Tollette on winning a seat on the commission. "Chris will do a fine job. She was the top vote-get- ter and I think this sends a message that the people want change." The swearing-in and organizational meeting for the new commission will take place at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 10, at city hall. Maloney was gracious in defeat, thanking the vot- ers for allowing him to serve five terms. "That's OK," he said. "I've had my time on the commission." Bohnenberger will be serving his sixth term fol- lowing two years as mayor. "I'd like to thank everyone who voted for me, and everyone who voted. We are clearly moving in the right direction and the voters have given me their support." Morton also thanked those who had returned him to office for his second term. "It was a good race. I'm looking forward to a sec- ond term. We have a good commission and there's a lot of work ahead." The organizational meeting and swearing-in cer- emony for the new commission will be at 10 a.m. Monday, Nov. 21. Bradenton Beach: Rare tie on terms Bradenton Beach voters deadlocked on expanding elected officials' term limits, embraced a study on con- solidating Island cities and endorsed other charter amendments in Tuesday's election. A charter amendment to extend elected officials' terms of office from three two-year terms to:four two-year terms ended as a tie: 102 to 102. The matter is defeated. A non-binding question of whether or not to study consolidation of Island cities passed by a huge margin, 170 to 36, or 83 percent to 17 percent. "We will have to look at the consolidation matter as a commission," Mayor John Chappie said. "Regard- ing term limits, it's no big deal. It's what it is." Voters had 13 amendments to the city's governing document, the charter, to ratify or reject on the ballot. The voter breakout was: Charter review committee scheduling yes, 169; no, 32. Residency requirements for mayor and commis- sion yes, 193; no, 49. Elected official compensation - yes, 154; no, 49. Elected official continuing educa- tion requirement yes, 157; no, 36. Elected official forfeiture of office yes, 170; no, 36. Electorate-initiated ordinance challenge yes, 170; no, 33. Electorate-initiated referendum challenge yes, 176; no, 28. Electorate-initiated referendum enactment - yes, 174; no, 26. Building height standard yes, 121; no, 81. Conforming lot size standard yes, 137; no, 63. Forfeiture of appointed officials yes, 177; no, 25. Tech- nical language yes, 164; no, 36. A total of 206 ballots were cast, 20 of them absen- tees, of the city's 947 registered electors. "Welcome back, winter fri ds! "'B | " ~-c~p~ ~es -~lpss~--,Cc~lr ~ IIIC1 lr I C t4t~ZC11 -I I r I' lr '1 A-2 M NOV. 9, 2005 M THE ISLANDER Holmes Beach beautification group makes plans By Diana Bogan Islander Reporter The Holmes Beach Parks and Beautification Com- mittee has begun making plans for the season. Mem- bers are interested in continuing efforts to provide edu- cational information to the public regarding landscap- ing and the Island environment. Holmes Beach Commissioner Rich Bohnenberger attended a recent committee meeting asking for support to inform the public about the effects of fertilization on water quality. Committee members agreed that ad- dressing how pollutants enter our aqueous environment and how stormwater runoff affects water quality is important, but it is also important to inform people of proper fertilization practices. The committee plans to hold a public forum simi- lar to one it held last season on native trees. A subcom- mittee headed by member Kathleen King will begin looking for panelists from local agencies and organi- zations for an Islandwide workshop to be scheduled in February. The committee told Bohnenberger that it also rec- ognized the importance of the topic and agrees that recent theories persuading public perception that red tide may be aggravated by fertilizer runoff into the bay makes it an opportune time to raise awareness of wa- ter-quality issues in general. In other news, new member John Molyneux out- lined his approach to organizing a tree-replacement program in Holmes Beach and potentially Islandwide. Go free! Go free! Three turtles were released from the Mote Marine Sea Turtle Rehabilitation Hospital Friday, one of which was rescued from the north end ofAnna Maria Island after becoming disori- ented and suffering from the effects of red tide. "Beanie," a sub-adult Kemp's ridley turtle, was brought to Mote Aug. 6. Another Kemp's was found in the surf off Casey Key Aug. 1, also suffering from red tide-induced problems and also a suspected shark bite on a flipper, and a loggerhead turtle captured near Boca Grande was also treated for red tide and released. All three turtles sped out into the Gulf of Mexico after their release. Islander Photo: Paul Roat ~ -1 1~ ;-~ i f 'ir~ r, ~. '" "`' ~~]. I -. ; - ~-~----- .~-: ~pir;- -~ I-:_ L -- i.. .- 1-i '~ :~ .r ~l.;?q .1. i . j '-~t~: 1 ~ :: .. r: ....~I~ s- First steps include creating a mission statement and meeting with Holmes Beach Public Works Superinten- dent Joe Duennes to map out areas suitable for plant- ing memorial trees. Duennes updated the committee on the status of the soccer field and basketball court adjacent to city hall. The city is still waiting on the availability of concrete to begin the installation of the planned basketball court outdoors. The soccer field however has made progress. Duennes reported that the city paid for sod, fertilizer and irrigation of the soccer field and the Anna Maria Island Community Center provided the soccer goals. He noted that drawing goal lines would also be at the Center's expense, if needed. Committee member Jim Dunne questioned if the city had plans to firm up the swampy area along Flo- tilla Drive near the field where people park. He pointed out that once the Center begins holding soccer games at the field, there will be a large demand there for park- ing. Duennes agreed that the space is a huge mess now and the added number of cars parking there will only increase the "nightmare." He suggests the city regrade, adding a swale and crushed concrete fill since the area doesn't percolate well and is heavily utilized. "Crushed concrete isn't as pretty as grass, but in the interest of maintenance it would be the answer. The sod holds the water and tire marks. Even when there is not a lot of activity it looks nasty. It's a nightmare for me," Duennes agreed. Finally, the committee has beautified the traffic medians at East Bay Drive and Manatee Avenue and looks forward to adding seasonal plantings to keep it visually attractive. For the Thanksgiving holiday, mums will be installed and later poinsettias will be added. The parks and beautification committee will hold its next meeting Dec. 7 at 5 p.m. in the city hall con- ference room. The public is welcome to attend and the committee is interested in filling one more seat recently vacated by Deborah Heger. RE-DISCOVER MIAA+0'l 4$-- I r~i O 4j q4, q i BREAKFAST Sat. -Sun. bill) 1: 3Oau-i LUNCH Evoryday 11:-O0rn .4pm DINNER Sun. Thura, 4pm 9pm Fri. Sat. 4pm 10pm Wor ClasMsi 941 778 1515 Ti 111 South Bay Blvd., Anna Maria Island n as T' A tI H A N r www.thewatqrfron.t,r, eta.ur.ant.p.4t ,, I' I THE ISLANDER E NOV. 9. 2005 A A-3 Costs, timetable offered for Bradenton Beach City Pier re-do By Paul Roat Costs are in and schedules tentatively set for re- pairs to the Bradenton Beach City Pier restaurant, dam- aged in Sept. 2004 by Hurricane-Frances. Permitting and other design charges: $51,700. Construction start-date: August 2006. The city's pier team outlined a host of proce- dures needed by various federal, state and regional agencies before any work can be done on the restau- rant structure. Earlier inspections had indicated that the restaurant building over the water at the foot of Bridge Street needed to be demolished for safety reasons. Architec- tural drawings were commissioned and completed by O'Brien and Smith Architects, which included an ex- tensive dockage area for a hoped-for water-taxi dropoff point. Building Official Ed Mc Adam told city commis- sioners that a meeting with officials with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection indicated that the proposed docks should be located farther east than originally suggested, a move that was approved by commissioners. One issue that was apparently lessened was the potential for seagrass bed damage near the pier. Waterborne surveys of the grasses in the pier area re- vealed much less seagrass than originally thought, *; .- ', 4 I- r-- -WIN u,-" 'Ai7 4 . Construction is slated to begin in August 2006 at the Bradenton Beach City Pier. Islander Photo: Paul Roat making the permitting process much easier, Mc Adam tural engineering studies. There will also be a series of said. public meetings with neighbors and other interested Within the permitting process are civil and struc- parties to allow input on the pier plans. By Rick Catlini Islander Reporter The first time ]Anna Maria took 78-year-old Dor- othy English of 776 N. Shore Drive to the code en- forcement board for a fence-height violation, it took more than iwo-and-a-half hours of deliberations and discussions for the board to reach a 2-2 tie vote. That was in July,2005. 'the 'sedoofid'-fime around Nov. I ~with a., full complement of five members -- CEB Chairman Bill Iseman asked attorneys for both English and~the city-to keep their remarks, brief and make about a five-minute review of the case for the benefit of CEB member Shirley O'Day, who was absent in July. So at the second hearing it only took three hours of discussion and debate, mostly from attorney Chris van Hise representing English, for the board to reach a 3-2 decision that English had violated the city's fence- AMIE Student critical following crash An Anna Maria Elementary student and family were involved in a fatal crash Monday evening on U.S. 41 near Moccasin Wallow Road, three miles north of Palmetto.. Three of-tho six passengers in one vehicle were, fa- tally injured and the student was reportedly flown by Bayflite Air Medical Transport for treatment to Bayfront Medical Center in St. Petersburg. The Hlorida Highway Patrol reported the deceased victims are Sherry Pandolph, 57, of Anna Maria, Lottie Hernandez, 39, of Anna Maria; and Marjorie Haddix, 3 8,of Bradenton.. JJoelee Hernandez, 8, of Anna Maria, reportedly suffered serious s injuries. The FHP reported two vehicles were involved in, the crash, in which the SUTV carrying the Anna Maria family was westbound on Moccasin Wallow Road and the second vehicle, a pickup truck, wa's northbound on U.S. 41. The SUVN reportedly went through a caution signal at the, intersection with U.S. 41 and the pickup truck',g front struck the left side of the SUV. Al~so in 'the SUV were George -Ord Jr., 71, the driver, and his wife Lavella, 68, both of Pennsylvania. They had serious injuries and were transported to Manatee Memorial Hospital The driver of the truck, Geraldo Morales, 42, of Riverview, was also taken to Bay~front Medical Cen- height ordinance. None of the four board members present at the July 7 hearing changed their opinion at the Nov. I hearing, but O'Day sided with the city's allegations and voted that there was a violation, The city claimed that a fence English put up around his house earlier this year was higher than the six-foot limit allowed by the city code. SVan Hise did his best for his client, arguing unsuc- ce.5sfully that Building Official Kevin Donohue should have known that English was building a pool barrier, not a fence, when he issued the permit. Donohue did admit that the fence permit might have been issued in error. because of a retaining wall on the property, but .there were two separate contractors and applications, one for the pool and one for the fence. The applications were submitted several months apart and he could not remember the, specifics of each of the more than 200 permits he processes every year. Once he learned the fence was surrounding a pool, he issued a stop-work order April 1, 2005. Van, Hise also argued that the city used the wrong definition of "grade" of the land when it measured the height of the fenc'e.The city should -have used. the Florida Building Code definition, but Donohue coun- tered that under Florida statute, erection of a fence is not a building issue' and the, FBC definition of "grade". did not apply. Van Hise added that Code Enforcement Officer Gerry Rathvon should not have measured the height of' the fence from the alleyway behind the property as. the alleyway is city property. In addition, Van Hise also suggested that the mat- ter should have been before the city's planning and zoning board, but City Attorney Jim Dye replied that the CEB was the legally constituted- body to hear. the case. Van Hise~s legal arguments failed. to persuade O'Day or either Iseman or board member Gordon Atkinson, who both cast the same vote for a violation as they had in July. Board members Jeff Murray and Dr. Carl Pearman voted against finding that any viola- tion had occurred, both at the July 7 hearing and on Nov. Lj The board gave English until March 31, 2006, to fix the. violation and come into compliance with the code. height. He did not yet know if he would appeal the case in circuit court. English also noted that the city has spent an inor- dinately large amount of taxpayer money in prosecut- ing the case, having had to pay Dye twice for the sam e case, and attorney Susan Hartman-Swartz, who repre- sented the board at the November hearing, in addition .to overtime for city staff on both occasions. mee"Tols Anna Maria City Nov. 9, 7 p.m., Park Avenue neighborhood workshop. Nov. 10, 7 p.m., city commission organizational wor~k- shop. Nov. 14, 7 p.m., code enforcement board meeting. Nov. 15, 7 p.m., city commission meeting. Nov. 16, 6:45 p.m., Environmental Education and En- hancement Committee meeting. Anna Maria City Hall, 10005 Gulf Drive, 708-6130. Bradenton Beach Nov. 9, 6 p.m., planning and zoning board meeting on comprehensive plan. Nov. 10, 6 p.m., planning and zoning board meeting on newsracks . Nov. 15, 1 p.m., scenic highway committee meeting, .Nov. 17, 1 p.m., city commission meeting. Nov. 17, 6 p.m., code enforcement board meeting. Bradenton Beach City Hall, 107 Gu~f Drive N., 778-1005. Holmes' Beach Nov, 9, 7 p.m., planning and zoning board meeting. Nov. 15, 7 p.m., city commission meeting. Holmes Beach City Hall, 5801 Marina Drive, 708-5800. ,Of Interest. Nov.. 9, 11 a.m., Island Emergency Operation s Center meeting, Fire Station No. 1-1 6001 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Nov. 1,6 7 p.m., Coalition of-Barrier Island Elected Officials meeting, Bradenton Beach City Hall. Mark English, Dorothy's son, labeled the proceed- Veterans Day diosures ings a "Kangaroo Court." Governmental offices in Anna Maria City, Bradenton He said he has spent more than $11,000 in legal Beach, Holmes Beach and Longboat Key will be fees on the case', not to mention what-it will cost to tear I closed Friday, Nov. 11, in observance of Veterans dowrn ihe e\ istini-Y fence and build one. to-the jqpirp4, lp; __ ~~~~ *__~~ ay., ~~_~ Anna Maria City defeats. English in code battle A-4 0 NOV. 9, 2005 M THE ISLANDER P&Z to recommend 27-foot height restriction By Rick Catlin Islander Reporter Anna Maria's Planning and Zoning Commission appears headed toward a recommendation in the re- vised comprehensive plan that would limit construction of new homes on non-conforming lots (5,000 square feet) in the Residential-1 district to a height of just 27 feet. That was the committee's consensus at its Nov. 2 meeting to discuss the goals, objectives and policies of the comprehensive plan. The committee has already given consensus ap- proval to a recommendation eliminating the medium- density residential district that allowed duplexes. In addition, the committee appears to favor language that would limit a new structure in the retail-office-residen- tial district to either one floor of retail-office space and one floor of residential, or two floors of residential space over parking. But the committee was hung up on the definition of grandfatheringg" of existing non-conformities, be they land use, structure or lot size. Chairman Chris Collins said the committee wants to "protect" property owners and allow them to rebuild what they had if their home was destroyed in a natural disaster such as a hurricane or fire. "Then you might want to define 'grandfather' in the comp plan," said professional planner Tony Arrant, the man hired by the city to guide it through the labo- rious process of revising the comprehensive plan and land development regulations. "You could say you could rebuild to the existing footprint as long as you can meet existing codes," sug- gested Arrant. He also noted that the 1990 comprehen- sive plan said the city was supposed to "eliminate" non- conformities. "But you can always make exceptions," he noted, Board member Frank Pytel said he wanted to ensure that existing hotels and motels could be rebuilt, but would be limited to what they had before a disaster. The committee also discovered that language in the 1990 comprehensive plan said that all residential devel- opers "shall contribute toward the cost of new recre- ational land and facilities according to the need that will be generated by their development." Collection of the money should have been ongoing since 1990, observed Arrant. He added that the money "is not an impact fee," but the fee could apply to con- struction of just a single new house or adding a swim- ming pool. Building Official Kevin Dbnohue said that because Anna Maria is "99 percent" built out, the committee might want to eliminate that language in the revised plan. Collins, however, said the committee would re- turn to that issue at a future meeting. The board scheduled its next meeting to discuss recommendations in the comprehensive plan for 7 p.m. Nov. 28. Rotary for " 'the butterflies' Members of Anna Maria Island Rotary Club assisting in the Island Butterfly Garden at : Holmes Beach City Hall - alongside members of the North American Butterfly .,:- .. ,-' _ Association are,from left, - Patti Bishop, Don Fernald, Win Bishop and Joan Malcolm, John Luchkowec of i: the NABA, Mary Creamer, Ned Perkins, David Ambrose of NABA, Wolfgang Nissen of Rotary and garden founder Nancy Ambrose of NABA, and Ali Baser of Rotary. Islander :. Photo: Bonner Joy At- 'n' !~~~f~~~F'- 1Y~:;kdY~s -.wow 4* By Diana Bogan Islander Reporter The Hurricane Evacuation Assistance and Reloca- tion Team of Anna Maria Island has helped several families displaced by the Gulf Coast hurricanes restart their lives in Manatee County and, due to the over- whelming support from the Island community, team members want to extend its reach by adopting a fam- ily still living in the wake of Hurricane Katrina's de- struction. HEART member Shannon Dell said the first group of families assisted by HEART are grateful for the help and are striking out on their own. The Peralta family will be moving back to Louisi- ana where father Dennis has been able to return to the job he held prior to evacuating. His wife and children will reunite with him after he secures new housing, which the family anticipates before Thanksgiving. HEART has offered the family a minivan that was donated to the organization by Fun and Sun Parasailing to make the drive back home. All other individuals adopted by HEART in the past few months have housing and jobs and are other- wise "doing fine," said Dell. Team member Pierrette Kelly said the key to the organization's success has been the support it received from the community. For example, within days of a needs list appearing in local newspapers, HEART was able to help one of its adoptees furnish his Island apart- ment. HEART member Susan Timmons said she re- ceived information from the Sarasota County Relief Office, which closed down when its funding ended, regarding three families housed in Lakewood Ranch in need of assistance. HEART has contacted the families to begin its in- take process and determine if they have a needs list. Timmons said she knows that one gentleman is seek- ing fulltime employment as a hair stylist and one of the teenage boys needs pants with 32-inch waist and 33- inch inseam and small- to medium-size shirts. There may be a need for housing or assistance with rent because one family is still living in a motel, said Timmons. HEART will know more after the intake process is completed. Timmons told fellow members that the organiza- tion has received a tremendous response from donors and has dispersed $6,000. The organization currently has additional funding to disburse and is interested in extending its reach. Team member and Red Cross volunteer Patti Bishop recently returned from volunteer duties in East Biloxi, Miss., and HEART has expressed an interest in connecting with a family from the area Bishop ser- viced. Members also discussed possibilities of adopting a neighborhood and Cindi Harrison noted that the Is- land school could perhaps become involved if the adopted neighborhood has a school. Bishop said she would work on finding a contact currently in Biloxi to facilitate the group's interest. The group consensus is, "Let us help as long as we can. Anna Maria Garden Club meeting next Wednesday The Anna Maria Garden Club will hear about the Children's Memorial Gardens program when it meets at noon Wednesday, Nov. 16, at Roser Memorial Com- munity Church, 512 Pine Ave., Afina Maria. The speaker will be Joanne Glim. Additional infor- mation may be obtained by calling,778-0523.. ... Speared Ed Malawskey was driving from Fort Myers to Pinellas County to make sales calls when he saw and photo- graphed an odd egret at the rest area at the south end of the Sunshine Skyway Bridge. "I thought it had some kind offlower in its beak," he said, "but when I got home and viewed the photos on my computer I realized that what I mistook for a flower actually is some sort of pins or darts stuck in the bird." It didn't seem to cause discomfort, Malawskey said, but "Ifind it totally inconceivable that someone could do something like this to such a beautiful creature." The bird was later captured and taken to the Suncoast Seabird Sanctuary, where the darts were removed. The bird appeared to be recovering late last week. Island HEART organizers seek to extend help, reach - ---'----~--'--~- ~- ~ ,,-~sf~~ sP;~ i--;- r,-,.~- a -' 'h * TIlE ISLANDER U NOV. 9. 2005 U A-5 Stone crabs disappointing so far By Jim Hanson Islander Reporter Three weeks into the stone crab season, there is disappointment along the waterfront with catches lower than expected and even the storm everyone hoped would stir the crabs into the traps well, "All it did was scatter the traps." The season opened Oct. 15 and opening day was the best, and it was nothing to brag about. Processor and fishermen are dissatisfied with the season so far, but in the way of fisherfolk remain hopeful. Stone crabs are a rich Florida delicacy and a renew- able resource, the biggest claws broken off and the crab tossed overboard to regenerate more claws in about a year and a half. Karen Bell of the A.P. Bell Fish Co. in Cortez ad- mitted the season is "not very good." She along with the rest of the industry hoped the cold snap would bring a surge in stone crab harvest, but that hasn't happened yet. Wayde Campbell, lifelong Cortez fisherman and son and grandson of fishermen back five generations, said he hauled in 200 pounds on opening day and since then the average day brings 100 to 150 pounds. Maybe enough to pay bare expenses. Prices are good, though, he said, reflecting the scarcity of the commodity. But fuel and bait prices are ..: . *,.' : ,. higher this year, so it's "about a wash." Bell said prices have been $11 to $16 a pound re- tail, quite high but reflective of the market. Campbell said his traps were scattered around by Hurricane Wilma's tumult "and we had to spend a lot of time getting them back and in place again." The traps are baited 16-by-16-inch slatted cages that let crabs in but not out, and the traps are attached to a float Stone crab crazy Fishermen Anthony Manali of Anna Maria has afirm hold. on a couple of his stone crab buddies. This is a business where it's paramount to be faster than the critters you work with. Stone crab season started Oct. 15. Manali has .- been crabbing and fishing local waters for more than 30 S years. Islander Photo: Cour- tesy Rick Morash by a strong line so the mefncan haul them up, a tedious and backbreaking job with hundreds of traps out for each boat. "I have a feeling that it's better south of here around Englewood and north of Crystal City," Campbell said, "and we're just in a bad spot for now." Bell said she is still hoping for improvement, and Campbell said, "I hope it gets better before Christmas." ""M'.2 - - I~iR. i 2 j 7 Three Days of Great Shoppinig/* Ov'er 801 Exhihic r B(oo ths Fabudous Craft .e~ery. 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It's all about "Island time." Lose the wristwatch and plan the days and nights based on sunrise and sunset. Slow down the pace, stop to pick up shells along the way, say "hey" to the neighbors and anyone you meet along the way, enjoy biking, kayaking, fishing, gardening and just doing nothing. It's "Island time." Yes, there's more traffic during season, but there's also a trolley to take folks to destinations and to ride just for the fun of it. Ride the full loop and check out what you've missed over the long, hot summer. There's plenty to see and do, lots of old friends to catch up old times, and some familiar and some new busi- nesses to visit. And you can catch up on your reading at the library or online, or just stop by The Islander office for a few weeks worth of past issues. In fact, come by to say "hey," and wish.us a happy birthday. The Islander newspaper turns 14 this week! Thanks for reading us on your Island time! And welcome back y'all. 14 years and counting On Nov. 15, 1951, the first edition of the former newspaper of the same name, The Islander, rolled off the presses. It was eight pages with no subscribers and no advertisers. Circulation was 500. The way of life on the Island was summed up in a line under-The Islander's nameplate which proclaimed, "Where Life Is Peaceful ... and Fishing Is Good." That precursor of this newspaper folded and closed its doors in 1990, the victim of poor management. In 1992, another weekly newspaper on Anna Maria Island was destined to merge with other area "products" the company owned. It was then that The Islander Bystander was born Knowing how Islanders love their news, it was a necessity. Bystander was added to The Islander so as to avoid any squabbles, and also to honor a fictional newspaper in a John D. MacDonald novel and then seven years ago the "Bystander" was dropped. According to our best calculations, with 14 years of continuous ownership, this Islander newspaper is the longest running of all.. Thanks again for reading us. We're unduly proud. -"Since 1992 the best news on Anna Maria Island." T Ana Sis The Islander NOV. 9, 2005 Vol. 14, No. 01 V Publisher and Editor Bonner Joy, bonner@islander.org V Editorial Paul Roat, News Editor, paul@islander.org Diana Bogan, diana@islander.org Rick Catlin, rick@islander.org Jack Egan Jack Elka Jim Hanson V Contributors Gib Bergquist Kevin Cassidy, kevin@islander.org Jesse Brisson Davi'd Futch Robert Noble Carrie Price V Advertising Sales Nancy Ambrose, nancy@islander.org Rebecca Barnett, rebecca@islander.org V Office Manager Connie Brannon, connie@islander.org .' V Production Graphics Kelly McCormick, ads@islander.org Lisa Williams, lisa@islander.org V Distribution Urbane Bouchet Ross Roberts Lisa Williams (All others: news@islander.org) 1,Js U,4 8 ^ . Aeo S993-044- @ 1992-2005 Single copies free. Quantities of five or more: 25 cenlts each. Editorial, sales and production offices: Island Shopping Center, 5404 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach FL 34217 WEB SITE: islander.org FAX 941 778-9392 PHONE 941 778-7978 SLICK By Egan i11on No sense whatsoever 11,900-square-foot mansion. I am a property owner in Anna Maria and have I'd be very curious to tmnd out what his motivation been for 13 years. I have been living on the Island for is. 24 years. I am also an architect and have been in busi- For the ROR district along Pine Avenue, limiting ness in Anna Maria for quite some time. the available buildable stories does nothing but dis- The notion that property owners of lots smaller courage commercial activity in this area. I would bet than 7,500 square feet or lots 5,000 square feet or less the people that are in favor of this restriction would be should be limited to one floor over parking does not quite happy if nothing commercial existed anywhere in make any sense whatsoever. It is extremely unfair to Anna Maria. owners of these properties and accomplishes nothing We'have three-story buildings all over this area. I favorable to the community. don't see anything wrong with them along Pine Av- The maximum lot coverage currently in place for enue. I'd much rather have storefronts and shops that residential properties is 35 percent of the lot size, with I can visit as I stroll along the street than a series of setback requirements which vary depending on loca- lovely garage doors. tion. For a 5,000-square-foot parcel, this equals 1,750 If the intent is to maintain and encourage the Old square feet. An adequate stair for this building would Florida feel in the architecture, then guidelines could require about 100 square feet and an elevator if the be established which would help regulate the overall owner desired one, perhaps for a disability, would re- flavor of the architecture in the commercial district. We quire approximately 36 square feet, so you would be could also establish an Architectural Review Board, on left with a 1,614-square-foot building footprint which which I would be delighted to be a member. would end up being a box on stilts an elevated box I urge all property owners with a lot less than 7,500 with a low sloped or flat roof without any deviation so square feet to contact the members of the planning and that you could maximize the available space. There zoning board and members of the city commission to would also be no room in the 35 percent for exterior express you opinions on this issue before your ability decking and outdoor living space, which we all love. to utilize your property to its greatest potential as you You would likely end up with a two-bedroom one- see fit, and your property rights, are taken away. bath box while your neighbors have the three- or four- Laura Gee, Anna Maria bedroom two- or three-bath dream home with a deck and a pool. Also, limiting the number of stories would do noth-. Have your say ing to increase the green space between the buildings, in The Islander welcomes and encourages your opin- fact it would reduce it because the building would have to ion letters. take up every square inch of the available lot coverage. The Islander accepts original letters of up to 250 Speaking of dream homes, Frank Pytel, who pro- words and reserves the right to edit.for length and gram- posed this 27-foot height restriction, according to mar. Manatee County tax records has a 17,000-square-foot Letters are published on a space-available basis bayfront lot with a large home already in place. If his with regard to timeliness of the material. proposed height restriction were to take place, he Address letters to Editor, The Islander, 5404 Ma- would still be able to build a home with a 5,950-square- rina Drive, Holmes Beach FL 34217, fax to 941-778- foot building footprint;m ultiplytl.b~.t*qandit isa. 7978, -mail t r news@isander-or .opt _. -_ ..g....E.pjf .l n?...:yfl-rat'by. tw:o. :. t is. 7't".t', THE ISLANDER 0 NOV. 9, 2005 U A-7 iion 11111011 Neighbor vs. neighbor After reading Rick Catlin's "neighbor vs. neigh- bor" story in the Anna Maria fence dispute, we feel compelled to respond to a few of the points raised in the article. 1. Yes, the vacated property in front of our home is in dispute. Mr. Guggino is unable to purchase the 50 feet in front of our property, and there is a reason for that, which will be decided in a court of law. Which brings us to ... 2. As Mr. Guggino does not own the 50 feet in front of our home, we protested the "spite fence" he constructed four feet from our front door, denying us access to our home, an entrance that has been used by every owner of this property since it was built in the '20s. Our protest cited the following City of Anna Maria Ordinance: Sec.1113-423 Walls and Fences, "Fence permits will be issued only to the owner of the property, or to a licensed or bonded contractor acting as his agent." Mr. Guggino is neither, and allowing him to use the Contractor/Agent Authori- zation Form seems an abuse of the intent of this or- dinance, as it is clearly intended for licensed and bonded contractors to act on their client's behalf when the homeowner is elsewhere. Mr. Guggino's application for the fence permit was also fraudulent, claiming that he was enclosing "his" property on three sides, but in fact only constructing the "spite fence" at our front door. The City of Anna Maria may-revoke or rescind a fraudulent application and in fact order him to take the fence down, remedies among others that are provided for by Anna Maria ordinance No. 96-557, section 4. 3. The only contact we have had with our self-pro- claimed "good neighbor" were repeated phone calls to our home and our cell phone at all hours trying to sell land that he does not own and to sign a quit-claim deed revoking any rights we have to the vacated Gulf Bou- levard in front of our home. The one face-to-face interaction involved his kick- ing over flower urns, rude and inappropriate personal remarks clearly meant to intimidate. All of which was witnessed by our 11-year-old daughter. He was asked to go home and when he did not, the police were called. We were not advised by the police to "stay off the property" as Mr. Guggino erroneously claims. Mr. Guggino was told that until the matter was settled properly he was to stay away from us and not make any more scenes. Meanwhile, we had just cleaned up the flower bed. Mr. Guggino's reaction to this incident.is now symbolized by a four-foot-high and 100-foot-long monument running the length of the front of our prop- erty. Which brings us to ... 4. In the article our address was listed as 105 Oak Ave., but in fact our address is 105 Maple Ave. We would like to thank all of you who have found us and have voiced your support, literally "over the fence." Over and over we have heard, "This isn't Anna Maria." And we agree, we have been comforted by the kindness and generosity that have been shown to us and our daughter during this difficult situation. But presently this is apparently OK with the city officials of Anna Maria and that has been very disheart- ening. Spite fences are offensive, they are meant to be. Which is in direct conflict with the laid-back, family atmosphere that attracted us to make Anna Maria our home. We have lived in our home in Illinois for 25 years and in that time we have never been involved in a law- suit of any kind, we have never had to call the police about an abusive neighbor, and we have enjoyed a friendly and supportive relationship with all of our neighbors. Thankfully, we have lovely neighbors on Maple Avenue as well. Mr. Guggino is just not one of them. Jim and Julie Watt, Anna Maria. Rotten Ralph's Uoted Best Restaurant In The Entire Uniuerse! Here's what the cusLuincie are saying ... S "We come here euery weekend from Sflipha Centauri just for the Magnificent view." -Glix nixpinik S"We liue an Pluto and you just can't get a decent lunch there!" R. n. Doodee 'It's worth the trip to Rotten Ralph's for all-you-can-eat fish L chips, euen though the flying saucer traffic gets backed up. all the way to Uranus." metearritta Seveneyes . "It's been light years since 'ue consumed '. liquids that are as refreshing as - Rotten Ralph's!" 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The source of the fuel leak was undetermined, but authorities suspected it could have been from someone illegally dumping, or a leak from the underground fuel storage tanks at the BP Station at the comer of Marina and Gulf Drives . The Holmes Beach City Commission asked the owner of the Anchor Inn to have live entertainment "turn down" the volume following complaints from residents. Temps & Drops on A.M.I. Date Oct. 30 Oct. 31 Nov. 1 Nov. 2 Nov. 3 Nov. 4 Nov. 5 Low 58 59 66 65 63 60 65 ,- ..tI *" High Rainfall 77 0 80 0 73 1.00 76 0 82 0 82 0 84 0 Average Gulf water temperature 720 24-hour rainfall accumulation with reading at approximately 5 p.m. daily. We'd love to mail you the news! We mail The Islander weekly for a nominal $36 per year. It's the per- * fect way to stay in touch with what's happening on Anna Maria Island. 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At his own insistence, he died in the house where he was born. Diagnosed with leukemia, he demanded to be taken home from the hospital and not fussed over, said a family member. He was co-owner with three brothers of A.P. Bell Fish Co., largest of two surviving fish companies in the historic fishing village. He came to the fish house ev- ery day, said others at the firm, and drank great amounts of coffee before heading for the dog track in Sarasota. "He did two things, fished and went to the dog races," said the family member. He was a commercial fisherman for 60 years, and captained the Warren Jr. for 20 years. The only time he took away from fishing was U.S. Army service in World War II and again in the Korean War, where he was a sergeant. The Bells are a pioneer Cortez family, Buster's father Aaron P. arriving in 1914 and marrying Jessie Fulford, of another pioneer family. They had seven children. Surviving are brothers Walter and Calvin, both of Cortez, and Chester and Calvin of Bradenton; daugh- ter Deserie "Gail" Assante of St. Petersburg; and sev- eral nieces and nephews. Benjamin DeMott Benjamin DeMott, 81,professor of English emeritus at Amherst College, died Sept. 29 at his home in Worthington, Mass. He was a winter resident of Anna Maria. Born in Rockville Centre, N.Y., DeMott studied as an undergraduate at Johns Hopkins University and George Washington University, where he received a degree in 1949. He received a PhD. from Harvard in 1953. He was married in 1946 to Margaret Craig, who survives him, as do four children and several grandchildren. DeMott taught at Amherst from 1951 until his re-. tirement in 1990. A trenchant observer of the Ameri- can scene, DeMott wrote several works of cultural criti- cism, including Junk Politics: The Trashing of the American Mind (2005), Killer Woman Blues: Why Americans Can't Think Straight about Gender and Power (2000) and The Trouble With Friendship: Why Americans Can't Think Straight about Race (1995). When The Imperial Middle: Why Americans Can't Think Straight about Class, was published in 1990, Bar- bara Ehrenreich praised it in The New York Times as "imaginative, challenging and a pleasure to read. For any- one ready to cut through our collective delusions and be- gin the long overdue talk about class, there could not be a more congenial conversationalist than Mr. DeMott." DeMott recalled his -style of teaching in an essay titled "English and the Promise of Happiness," pub- lished in 1991, shortly after his retirement from Amherst. "As for methods: they are simplicity itself. The armory boasts a few conversation-generating ques- tions, and little else." A prolific writer, DeMott was known as a sharp social critic. His essays and reviews appeared in The New York Review of Books, Harper's, Esquire, Saturday Review, The Atlantic Monthly and Life, among many others, here and abroad. Lloyd George Eder Lloyd George Eder, 90, of Bradenton, died Nov. 1. Born in New York City, Mr. Eder came to Mana- tee County from Savanna, Ga., in 1967. He retired as general manager of the Bradenton Herald in 1975. He was a graduate of Columbia University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Harvard. He served in the U.S. Air Force as a captain in World War II. He was in advertising sales for the St. Petersburg Times and general manager and vice president of the Savanna News. He was a member of the Island Players board of directors. He was a member of the Rotary Club. There were no services. Brown and Sons Funeral Home, 43rd Street Chapel, was in charge of arrangements. He is survived by wife Dorothy Rose; son William of Portland, Ore.; four grandchildren; and three great- grandchildren. Gaylord Donald Schavey Gaylord Donald Schavey, 87, of DeWitt, Mich., and Holmes Beach, died Oct. 22. Born in St. Johns, Mich., Mr. Schavey was retired from Motor Wheel after 32 years. He was a World War II veteran with the Third Armored Division in North- ern France, for which he received a Purple Heart. He was a lifetime member of VFW Post 3039 in Farwell, JOIN CANNONS MARINA 50TH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION & SALE NOVEMBER 12 AND 13! For two days only take advantage of cash incentives on new & used Grady-White & Scout Boats and Yamaha outboard motors. DAILY CLINICS & DEMONSTRATIONS FOR ANGLERS & BOATERS OF ALL AGES - "i Saturday, November 12 11 a.m. Dr. Randy Wells, Mote Marine, "Five generations of living bottle- nose dolphins in Sarasota Bay." Noon Captain Scott Moore, "Top flat fishing secrets revealed in Sarasota and Perico Bays." 1 p.m. Tom Tomao, Cannons Service Manager, "Extending the life of 1 your Yamaha outboard motor." 2 p.m. Captain Scott Moore, "Casting clinic for all ages; increase your distance up to 50%." Sunday, November 13 Tom Tomao, Cannons Service Manager, "Extending the life of your Yamaha outboard motor." Captain Justin Moore, "The key to fishing tarpon off the beach." Captain Rob Roberts, "Offshore fishing secrets." Captain Scott Moore, "Kid's fishing clinic (ages 7-12); learn smart equipment choices, casting efficiency and bait selection." # CANNONS M MARINA COMPETITIVE QUALITY COMMITMENT SALES SERVICE RENTALS J' -5^ %^/ OYVAMAHA ( ,, *""(O), A M.AH A AY. , .. .EAMILY.OWNED, & OPE.RATED.SJNCE, 1955, ,. t ,. ., .'.J'*: t/> '^.aJ kiI*l I L : .''' ,. i | 1 I' I I , 4 A Island police reports Anna Maria No new reports. Bradenton Beach Oct. 22,200 Gulf Drive N., BeachHouse Restaurant parking lot, burglary. A man reported his wallet stolen from his vehicle. Oct. 29, 300 Gulf Drive S., Cortez Beach, burglary. A woman reported her purse stolen from her vehicle. Oct. 30,2200 Gulf Drive N., Sea Side Motel, criminal mis- chief. Several vehicles were found to have flattened tires. Ac- cording to the report, the air had been let out of the tires. Holmes Beach Oct. 28, 5424 Marina Drive, Jessie's Island Store, lost property. A woman reported the loss of her credit card and believes she may have left it at the store counter or dropped it after making a purchase. Oct. 29, 3000 block of Avenue E., battery. A woman re- ported her boyfriend for allegedly pushing her to the ground and causing injuries to her head. The boyfriend was arrested. Oct. 29, 4000 Gulf Drive, Manatee Public Beach, theft. A man stopped a patrol officer to report the theft of his fishing pole. Mich., and a member of DAV Wilson & Blackmer Chapter 105 in Lake, Mich. Memorial services were Oct. 26 in Lansing, Mich. Memorial contributions may be made to the VFW National Home for Children, 3573 S. Waverly Road, Eaton Rapids MI 48827. He is survived by wife Marie Evelyn; daughter Karen of Lansing; sons Dennis of Holmes Beach and Ronald of East Lansing, Mich.; brother Lewis of St. Johns; sisters Vera Ward of Kingsley, Mich., Mabel Beck of Maple Rapids, Mich., and Mildred Roof of St. Johns; six grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. Beth Ann Scheible Beth Ann Scheible, 46, of Bradenton Beach, died Nov. 1. Born in Greenbackville, Va., Mrs. Scheible moved to Florida 23 years ago and to Bradenton Beach 17 years ago. She was a homemaker and volunteer at Anna Maria Elementary School. Memorial services were in Greenbackville Nov. 6 and will be held locally at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 15, at Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. She is survived by husband Frank S.; son Joshua C. of Bradenton Beach; stepson Stan; stepdaughters Kristin M. 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The commission last month authorized the mayor to establish the line of credit to pay for capital improve- ment projects, including road resurfacing and stormwater drainage. SueLynn said the loan is through the FAC's Pooled Commercial Paper Loan program and the current inter- est rate is just 2.63 percent. The mayor did say that the program's coordinator, Elizabeth Newberry, said she expected rates to rise to near 3 percent by the time the commission draws the first $1 million. The cost to draw $1 million is just $2,000, the mayor said, but should the commission decide to bor- row less than $1 million on its first draw, the cost would be $10,000. The remaining $500,000 can be drawn at no charge, SueLynn said. The mayor said she also spoke with Ed Leonard, the city's accountant, who assured her that the line of credit "serves a valid municipal purpose, particularly at the low FAC rate and the degree of flexibility the program provides." Leonard's only concern, the mayor said, was that the city "be able to budget a debt service amount that would not jeopardize the city's operating budget or ability to provide services." Leonard indicated that the amount already bud- geted.for debt service ($185,000) and the expected Tost to Americe' Veterans Vou RLtans Espresso lMrtiini ea 0 i-t- N At_ i One way the Island way The Island's only known one-way streets are in Anna Maria along the connecting streets of Tuna, Cypress and Spruce along North Shore Drive. Motorists are advised of the change, which was approved by the Anna Maria City Commission several months ago. Islander Photo: Bonner Joy annual debt service budget of $200,000 was "sufficient to pay off the debt in a timely manner." The mayor also said Leonard suggested that if the city draws down $1 million but does not use the money immediately, some of those funds could be placed in a short-term certificate of deposit. SueLynn said she might have all the documenta- tion for the line of credit program ready by the WELCOME E BACK Non-Residents and Foreign Nationals! .. ~r , commission's December workshop. The commission will need to pass another resolution authorizing the city to sign for the loan. In addition, she said, all documents will be reviewed by City Attorney Jim Dye before pre- sentation to the commission. The long-awaited line of credit took nearly three years of discussion among commissioners'to garner support from a majority. Anna Maria Island Liquor 6 Wine 5321 Gulf Drive Holmes Beach (Fitness Cenler Building) 778-5434 Please Drink Responsibly Bobby Edingion. y941) 744-6906" 1ST EQUITY/WORLD SAVINGS .YOU'LL BE TICKLED PINK : DEE'S BOUTIQUE . When vou see all our great new merchandise! Gift and Clhritma. 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It will be a varied program of choral and orchestral works featuring instrumental and vocal soloists under the baton of Alfred Gershfeld, who has been the organization's conductor since its founding. The first movement of Josef Haydn's "London" symphony will open the program, followed by a harp concerto by Francois Boieldieu, with Janelle House as soloist. French horn players Robert Moore and Jonathan Moore will join the orchestra's string sections for Ludwig van Beethoven's "Sextet for Two Horns and Strings." After intermission, the chorus and orchestra will perform excerpts from Felix Mendelssohn's Symphony No. 2, "The Hymn of Praise." The third orchestral movement will precede performance of the cantata, the final section of the symphony written for mixed cho- rus, soloists and orchestra that uses biblical texts from Psalms to create a hymn of thanksgiving. Soprano so- loists will be Rebecca Hill and Jeanne Larranaga. Additional details may be obtained by calling 779- 1020. Mote family series starts Saturday Kids and otherwise will study the mysteries of coral and then paint a reef mural when Mote Marine Laboratory launches a new family program Saturday, Nov. 12. Title of the program from 9 to 11 a.m. is "Secrets of the Sea," and it is aimed at youngsters from 6 to 12 years of age and any favorite adult who accompanies them. This is the opening of the "Second Saturdays" schedule, with a different sea-oriented event the second Saturday of each month. Cost is $14 for adult members and one child, $18 and $9 for nonmembers. Pre-regis- tration is required, with the form available at www.mote.org under "Education" on the Web site menu. "Second Saturdays" will be on the Mote campus, 1600 Ken Thompson Pkwy., Sarasota, on City Island off the south ramp of the New Pass Bridge. The rest of the season's programs: Dec. 10, Sharks: Up Close and Personal. Jan. 14, Mammals, Mammoths, Manatees. Feb. 11, Dolphins in the Wild. March 11, Adventure on Dolphin Island. April 8, Rescue, Rehab and Release. May 13, Pelican Man's Pelicans. June 10, Aqua-Critters. July 8, Fish. For information, 388-4441. Janelle House, harp soloist in Island concert Madagascar's ecology to be discussed at PEO meeting The PEO organization will hear Dr. Alison Ormsby discuss Madagascar from an ecological per- spective at a meeting at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12. Dr. Ormsby will tell of her experiences when she lived in the huge isolated island off eastern Africa. The meeting will be at the Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. PEO is described as "a philanthropic organization that supports women's higher education through schol- arships, grants, awards and loans." Details may be ob- tained at 779-2299. Center yoga class set to start Friday Yoga instruction will be from 8:45 to 10 a.m. Friday, Nov. 11, at the Anna Maria Community Cen- ter, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria, with Dolce Little teaching. 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Club members Birgit Sesterhenn, Don Fernald, John Luchkowec, Ned Perkins, Wolfgang Nissen and Mary Creamer highlighted items of interest, like the longest word in the English language and pages on sign language and Braille. Islander Photo: Diana Bogan More parking limitations at AME Beginning Nov. 7, visitors to Anna Maria El- ementary School will no longer be permitted to park in the vacant lot across from the school on Gulf Drive. Parent parking will be limited to the area around the school's front drive and side streets across Gulf Drive from the school. Staff parking will be confined to the temporary lot behind the school auditorium and a limited number of spaces remain in the south parking lot. AME Principal Kathy Hayes is encouraging parents to make use of bus transportation or uti- lize the car pickup area rather than parking and walking to pick up students. In January, a new parking area will be avail- able on the south side of campus. Anna Maria Elementary School menu Monday, Nov. 14 Breakfast: Pretzel Cinnamon Sticks, Cereal, Toast, Yogurt, Fruit Lunch: French Toast Sticks or Cheese Omelet, Potato Smiles, Applesauce, Fresh Fruit Cup Tuesday, Nov. 15 Breakfast: Egg and Cheese Biscuit, Cereal, Toast, Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich, Fruit Lunch: Hamburger or Cheeseburger, Muffin and Yogurt Plate, Steamed Carrots, Chips, Fresh Veggies with Dip, Peaches Wednesday, Nov. 16 Breakfast: Waffle Sticks, Bagel, Cereal, Toast, Fruit Lunch: Nachos with Meat and Cheese or Trout Melt Sandwich, Spanish Rice, Winter Mix Vegetables, Sliced Pears Thursday, Nov. 17 Breakfast: Fresh Baked Muffin, Cereal, Toast, Super Donut, Fruit Lunch: Sliced Turkey or Baked Ham Slices, Mashed Potatoes with Gravy, Cornbread Dressing, Steamed Green Beans, Fresh Veggies, Roll, Holiday Dessert Friday, Nov. 18 Breakfast: Mini Pancakes, Cereal, Toast, Yogurt, Fruit Lunch: Pizza or Hot Dog, Corn, Caesar Salad, Juice Bar ."Jtceand ni'are served w'Th'i'ever' meal. Rotary pledge Joshua Schmidtfrom Karen Newhall's third-grade class at Anna Maria Elementary School reads the Rotary bookplate inside the dictionary donated by the Island Rotary Club. The bookplate is signed by a club member and is inscribed with the club's pledge. On the facing page is space for Schmidt to personal- ize his dictionary. St. Jude gourmet luncheon Saturday on Longboat The 24th annual St. Jude gourmet luncheon on Longboat Key will be from noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12, on Bay Isles Road. Sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Longboat Key, it will benefit the St. Jude Children's Research Hospi- tal founded by the late comedian and actor Danny Tho- mas. "Helping Each Other Is Worldwide" is the theme of the event in the Temple Beth Israel parking area across Bay Isles Road from the Longboat Key Post Office. Tickets are $30 each and may be obtained at many businesses on the key. Details may be obtained by phoning 383-5509' or 377-2699. THEiFIRST COURSE IS FOR THE EYES... .- : CALL EARLY FOR YOUR THANKSGIVING '- .- '- -800 71-63 5_12 Mai- .goo.- MS : .t . 5312 Marina vi .n it-Blea SJ.- a A-12 0 NOV. 9, 2005 0 THE ISLANDER Inactivity would mean expiration of application By Rick Catlin Islander Reporter The Holmes Beach Planning Commission is con- sidering a number of similar provisions to the land development code to speed up applications for a num- ber of city approvals, particularly for a vacation of right of way. Planner Bill Brisson told the committee at its Sept. 29 meeting that the problem is that if someone applies for a vacation, comprehensive plan amendment or other such action, they are not obligated to respond to city requests for more information. One current right of way application has been on file since 2000, he said. The committee considered the proposal that if the city requests more information or further action from the applicant, the requesting party has 180 days to respond. If no action is taken, the application is voided and the party has to begin anew the applica- tion process. Among the procedures the proposed ordinance would affect are applications for vacation, rezoning, comp-plan amendment, site-plan submission, applica- tion for level of service compliance, conditional uses, preliminary plat, expansion or extension of a noncon- forming use or structure, a dimensional variance and a flood-plain management variance. Brisson also presented the committee with a draft proposal to establish a procedure for obtaining an in- terpretation of the land development code from a city official and establishing a fee for such advice. Committee members were in general agreement with the intent of the proposal, but wanted to ensure that the action is not directed against all applicants. Brisson said the regulation is targeted at major projects, and a full definition of a major project and the procedures for obtaining an interpretation will come before the committee at a future meeting. ., A '.- :-if."ryiM *';F'~t-: f; I *,* I~-- ~. a-~'9i~':~~ s~~ --~ Brisson also suggested the committee study the current sign ordinance, particularly as it concerns rental property. The city is now enforcing the ordinance that pro- hibits short-term rental signs on a property in a residen- tial zone. Some houses, said Brisson, are "acting as hotels" in residential areas with "for rent" signs openly dis- played. While code enforcement has sent a letter to offend- ers telling them to take down the signs, Brisson wanted to know if the committee wanted to allow the rental 4..0- , r It , ~ .r ..h signs. If the commission hasn't changed the ordinance, said Chairperson Sue Normand, then all areas of the city should be treated the same. The committee did think that such signs might be allowed in the R-4 resi- dential areas. Susan Long of the building department noted that many real estate agents have come to the department recently complaining that they are being told to take the signs down. "It's not a new law," she said. "It's just being en- forced." www.islandler.or 1nna MariaF Fall Fest Jlrts & Crafts Show 10am-4:30pm Sat. & Sun.* Nov. 12 & 13 Located in the Holmes Beach City Hall Field Artists and Grafters from 12 different states! Admission and parking are FREE. *On site lectures provided by the Wildlife Education Rehabilitation Center. top the booth and visitthe birds! ^^g1?^^jt...........^^^^^ AVEDA lifestyle salon spa store experience the difference hair nails skin body 5311 gulf drive anna maria island 778.5400 This Veteran's Day we salute all the men and womeh who have served oyr country LaPENSEE PLUMBING 941 778-5622 LIc .cFc,:-,t . 5362 ..ulf Dr.3.Holmes Beach i "BIG WATCH SALE" 60% OFF Invictas 40% OFF Selected Citizens Plus - Bring in your old watch (working or not) to receive UP TO $40 OFF (credit applies to one watch trade-in per each new purchase) Jewelry & Watch Repair 7358 Cortez Rd. W. 798-9585 M Tues-Fri 10-5 Sat 10-4 ACCEPTING ALL MAJOR CREDIT& ATM CARDS ...., Butterfly memorial Students from Heather Bosch's first-grade class at Anna Maria Elementary School released butterflies in the peace garden where a memorial for former teacher Pat Wagner is on display. The butterflies hatched the day of the memorial celebration for the teacher who loved nature. Four years ago, AME created the "Squirrel's Nest" in its media center to house nature books and remember the teacher who lost her battle with cancer. Islander Photo: AME Y, i;. a~3 11 '":~-~ ;. .: :..:-I IA Wednesday, Nov. 9 6:55 a.m. Audubon Society fieldtrip to the Zeleski property departing from Bradenton's downtown post office at 824 Manatee Ave., Bradenton. Informa- tion: 894-0374. 10:30 a.m. Friends of the Island Branch Library Book Club meeting at the Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 778-6341. Noon- Minnesota Club meeting at the Bradenton Elks Lodge, 2511 75th St. W., Bradenton. Information: 794-3573. Thursday, Nov. 10 11 to 12:30 p.m. "Food for Life" cooking class at the Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Mag- nolia Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 778-1908. Fee applies. 1 to 3 p.m. Watercolor demonstration by Susie Cotton at the Artists Guild Gallery, 5414 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 778-6694. 7p.m. Sierra Club presents "Future by Design: One Man's Vision" with futurist and inventor Jacque Fresco at Phillippi Creek Estate Mansion, 5500 Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. Information: 925-9000. 7p.m. Sarasota Shell Club presents "Shelling in Venezuela" at Mote Marine Aquarium, 1600 Ken Th- ompson Pkwy., Sarasota. Information: 739-0908. 8 p.m. Opening night of "Harvey" at the Mana- tee Players Riverfront Theatre, 102 Old Main St., Bradenton. Information: 748-0111. Fee applies. Friday, Nov. 11 8:45 to 10 a.m. Yoga with Dolce Little at the Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Magno- lia Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 778-1908. Fee ap- plies. 7 to 10 p.m. Live music with special guests Hazel Haze, Chris Carter, Carrie Price and Preston Whaley at Ginny's Antique and Jane's Cafe at the Old IGA, Anna Maria. Information: 778-7370. 8 p.m. Florida West Coast Symphony Master- works at Neel Performing Arts Center, 5840 26th St. .W. at Manatee Community College Campus, Bradenton. Information: 953-4252. Fee applies. r, The WHITFIELDEXCHANQE Consignment Shop Furniture Antiques Collectibles Accepting Quality Consignments "Simply the Best!" S 6807 14th Street West Bradenton 751-4045 Tues.-Fri. 10-5 pm Sat. 10-4 pm . IAKTIqUE MALL } "10,000 feet of air-conditioned showroom" WE BUY AND SELL ESTATES 1250 10th St. E. Hwy 301 N. Palmetto 729-5282 Dennis Dick, Proprietor Open Mon-Sat 10-5 Sun noon-5 HEIP US FEED THE HUNGRY! (Donations will be given to St. Bernard's Catholc Church) New patients seen between Nov. 14-23 will receive: Exam X-rays (ifneeded) Report of findings , SEMG gs at NO CHARGE (value $155) Nov. 1710-2 all existing patients will receive an adjustment at NO CHARGE. (value $45) All you have to do is bring a minimum of 5 canned goods Call Today 778-0722 Island Chiropractic Center 3612 East Ba Drive Holmes Beach :ju I ,lhl ,, l ,,ll, -dl I, ,,lliT I ,,,t l i,. l'li ,ill,r|11..ii', l,, lir :, **" I, ilil,=,: 'T'Il, lliT, .I,, ,i', I, l ,-,,1" ,' i .l *i. ,Tcii' .. "1J 1!ir 11...-TFlL ,,I inl ,i- .~ f, ,-. ,1..l r7i6l, t l i_ l ..,,l ,;. nl,6l, ,, T ,L ,,. f,, ' Saturday, Nov. 12 8 a.m. Anna Maria Island Privateers Mullet Smoke at Publix, 3900 E. Bay Drive, Holmes Beach. 8:30 a.m. Kiwanis Club presents "AME Moving On" with Anna Maria Elementary School guidance counselor Cindi Harrison at Cafe on the Beach, 4000 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Safe boating class at the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, 5801 33rd Ave. W., Bradenton. Information: 795-6189. Fee applies. 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Centering prayer intro- ductory workshop at St. Bernard Catholic Church, 248 S. Harbor Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 778- 4769. Fee applies. 10:30 a.m. Family Origami at the Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Informa- tion: 778-6341. 11 a.m. to 3p.m. Cannons Marina 50th Birthday Celebration with angler and boating clinics for all ages, 6040 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key. Information: www.cannons.com. Noon to 2 p.m. Longboat Key St. Jude Gourmet Luncheon at Temple Beth Israel, 567 Bay Isles Road, Longboat Key. Information: 377-2633 or 383-5509. Fee applies. 2 p.m. Alison Ornsby provides an ecological perspective of her experience living in Madagascar at the Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 778-6341. 4:30-and 6 p.m. Magic of Manatee Sweet Adelines Spaghetti Dinner and Serenade at Kirkwood Presbyterian Church, 6101 Cortez Road W., Braden- ton. Information: 794-6807 or 751-1748. Fee applies. 8 p.m. -Theater production of "London Suite" at Neel Performing Arts Center, 5840 26th St. W. at Manatee Community College Campus, Bradenton. In- formation: 752-5252. Fee applies. Sunday, Nov. 13 8 to 11:30 a.m. Pancake breakfast at St. Ber- nard Catholic Church, 248 S. Harbor Drive, Holmes Beach. Fee applies. 11 a.m. to 3p.m. Cannons Marina 50th Birthday Celebration with angler and boating clinics for all ages, 6040 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key. Information: www.cannons.com. Monday, Nov. 14 9 a.m. Widowed persons support group at the Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 778-1908. 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Irish Dance class with John Corbet at the Anna Maria Island Community Center, n^ FranlyImn Ioors Master Certified Sales Service Repairs Installation Carpet Ceramic Tile Wood Laminate Residential and Commercial No job too big or too small CCall 941.914.5719 Fax 813.354.3333 email franklynnl@verizon.net N. RILLAT IIASTERPIECE I , THE ISLANDER N NOV. 9, 2005 U A-13 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 778- 1908. Fee applies. 1 to 3 p.m. Stained-glass garden stepping-stone craft class at the Anna Maria Island Community Cen- ter, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 778- 1908. Fee applies. 5 to 7 p.m. Thanksgiving dinner provided by Ooh La La! Bistro at Anna Maria Elementary School," 4700 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 708- 5525. Fee applies. Proceeds benefit AME Parent- Teacher Organization. 7p.m. Anna Maria Elementary School second- grade play in the school auditorium, 4700 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Information: 708-5525. Tuesday, Nov. 15 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Longboat-Lido-St. Armand Keys Chamber of Commerce "Chairman's Reception" at the Sarasota Classic Car Museum, 5500 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. Information: 383-2466. Wednesday, Nov. 16 Noon Anna Maria Garden Club presents guest speaker Joanne Glim of the Children's Memorial Gar- dens at Roser Memorial Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. Information: 778-0523. 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Stained-glass garden step- ping-stone craft class at the Anna Maria Island Com- munity Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. Infor- - mation: 778-1908. Fee applies. 5 to 6 p.m. Sand-sculpting clinic with Team Sandtastic as they prepare for Keep Manatee Beautiful's Sandblast at the BeachHouse Restaurant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach. Information: 795- 8272. Ongoing: "George M. Prout An American Illustrator" art exhibit at Neel Performing Arts Center, 5840 26th St. W., Manatee Community College Campus, Bradentbn, through Nov. 17. Information: 752-5252. "Poe at the Crosley" at the Powel Crosley Mu--" seum, One Seagate Drive, 8374 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, through Nov. 17. Information: 722-3244. Fee applies. Theater production of "London Suite" at Neel Performing Arts Center, 5840 26th St. W., Manatee Community College Campus, Bradenton, through Nov. 19. Information: 752-5252. Fee applies. 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Anna Maria Island Community Chorus and Or- chestra Fall Fanfare at the Island Baptist Church Nov. 20. "Simon Day of Giving" at DeSoto Square Mall, Bradenton, to benefit the Anna Maria Island Commu- nity Center, Nov. 20. Carmichael Sings Carmichael at Neel Perform- ing Arts Center Nov. 20. Anna Maria Island Democratic Club at the BeachHouse Restaurant Nov. 21. Sierra Club Manatee Conservation meeting at Synovus Bank, Bradenton Nov. 21. Save the Date: *- Holiday Prelude on Bridge Street in Bradenton Beach Nov: 25. Festival of Trees and Christmas Tea at the Crosley Nov. 29-Dec. 7. Island Players production "Social Security" Dec. 1-11. American Craft Council exhibit and sale at Sa- rasota-Bradenton International Convention Center Dec. 2-4. Sarasota POPS Orchestra "Winter Skies" at the South Florida Museum Dec. 4. Holmes Beach Business District open house Dec. 9. Privateer-Holiday Parade Dec. 10. Cooks for life Ellen Jaffe Jones will show Islanders how to prepare "food for life," to eat properly to prevent cancer at 11 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 10, at the Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. Cost is $5 per participant. Details are available at St. Bernard pancakes due Sunday morning at church St. Bernard Catholic Church will have a pancake breakfast served by men of the Holy Name Society from 8 to 11:30 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 13, at the church activity center, 248 S. Harbor Drive, Holmes Beach. Details may be obtained at 778-4769. .*. -'' S' '' ( ... . *'. ,.-'-. ;- ,, *- .? .. '.'f.' ''.'.., ...* ".^ 4 - ,: -** .. .:ii .'i^ 't ^ .- .* ,,,.,' a ^ ; .. **-*'I ,,, : ..*. Exporaionssh... ....: }, .- . 'Explorations' show //-l V "Underwater Stones," aluminum with acrylics, will be among the works shown in a one-person exhibit Islander Lighted Boat Parade and Fireworks by Longboat Key artist Barbara L. Harrisonfrom Dec. 10. Nov. 10 to 30 at the Sonnet Gallery, 1480 Main St., Choral Advent Cantata at First United Method- Sarasota. Titled "Explorations: Wall Sculptures ist Church Dec. 11. Inspired by Ancient Maps," the exhibit will be open "Dickens at the Crosley" Dec. 12-22.om 10 a.. to 50 p. Monday-Friday and Lester-Islander fun day at the Anna Maria.ls- from a.m.to5:30 pm.Monday-Fridayand 10 land Community Center Dec. 17. a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. Details may be obtained by City of Anna Maria Holiday Festival Dec. 17. calling 955-6443. THE ISLANDER M NOV. 9, 2005 M A-15 AME Thanksgiving dinner catered by Ooh La La! Bistro Anna Maria Elementary School invites the community to its fall play production and Thanks- giving inspired feast Monday, Nov. 14. Prior to the second-grade performance, Chef Damon Presswood and staff of Ooh La La! Bis- tro in Holmes Beach will serve dinner beginning at 5 p.m. in the school cafeteria. The menu will include a fresh-roasted turkey with all the fixings. Dinner tickets cost $7 for adults and $5 for students and will be available at the door, hut don't come late this event has been a sell-out in the past. Advance tickets are available at the school office. A brief Parent-Teacher Organization meeting will also be held to update parents on school news at 7 p.m. in the school auditorium. For more information, call. 708-5525. Diaper drive success at AME Caleb Smith, pictured holding the "Dollars for Diapers" poster with his first-grade class, initiated a diaper drive at Anna Maria Elementary School to help a family in need of diapers for infant twins after evacuating to the Island following Hurricane Katrina. Smith's event raised $275 for the Island Hurri- cane Evacuation Assistance and Relocation Team and was presented to the family in the form of a gift card. Islander Photo: AME Accounting Services Financial Statements Condo Associations Payroll & Payroll Taxes Income Tax Preparation Bank Reconciliations Ben Cooper and Associates Inc. 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Tickets are $8 each and may be purchased through the Center, with $5 of the price going to the Center. Details are available at 778-1908. uuu~is ]andasorFor Ironrsale -, $4.99 Flar, BV Co a as a ..- i .-.. $5.99 YellowTaily T jiu-m..I .n CI%)'; Iu Cos ;:.. ,1-31 $9.99 Rodernount Blends Toasled Head rmh, -r.t $10.99 Belia Sera Ip,'or., C'a 56.99 $9.99 $9.99 S9.99 ~SI -A-16 E NOV. 9, 2005 N THE ISLANDER 'Right Plant, Right Place' Island Garden Club topic The Island Garden Club will hear Carol Davis discuss "Right Plant, Right Place, Make Your Yard a Certified Florida Yard" at its meeting Thursday, Nov. 17. Davis is with the Manatee County Extension Ser- vice. The meeting will be in the social rooms of Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 6608 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. It will follow a potluck dinner which begins at 6:30 p.m. Additional information may be obtained by calling 778-3003. Widow group will make up canceled Island meeting The widowed persons support group's season- "opening meeting, canceled by Hurricane Wilma, will be at 9 a.m. Monday, Nov. 14, at the Anna Maria Is- land Community Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. Details are available at 778-1908. Cotton to paint lighthouse to demonstrate watercolors Island artist and teacher Susan Cotton will paint a lighthouse to demonstrate watercolor painting at the Artists Guild Gallery Thursday afternoon, Nov. 10. Her demonstration will be from-1 to 3 p.m. at the gallery, 5414 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Cotton teaches watercolors at the Anna Maria Island Commu- nity Center, Longboat Key Center for the Arts and the Lakewood Ranch Art Group. Details may be filled in by calling 778-6694. Holly Berry Bazaar due S at Church of Annunciation The Episcopal Church of the Annunciation will have its annual Holly Berry Bazaar from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 19, at the church, 4408 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. As in past years, the church women's homemade pickles will be a feature expected to sell out early as usual. Also for sale will be homemade crafts, holiday decor, jewelry, jams, baked goods and coffee and SENIOR ASSISTED LIVING -"Island Living for Seniors Who Desire the Best" Now ACCEPTING NEW RESIDENTS Callfor an appointment to visit our caring family facility ANNA MARIA CARE 2202 Avenue B Bradenton Beach 779-0322 Costume kids await trail Lots of little goblins, princesses and power rangers and all manner of imaginable costumed kids gathered at the Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce f6r a costume contest prior to visiting area merchants on the annual "Trail of Treats," a safe trick-or-treat alternative. Keith Barnett of Barnett Blinds as the "scarecrow" entertained the crowd while the judging took place. Islander Photo: Rebecca Barnett doughnuts plus a hot brunch and lunch. A raffle is planned. Additional information may be obtained by calling 778-1638. 'George W. Bush's Vietnam' topic for Island Democrats James McCartney will discuss "Iraq: George W. Bush's Vietnam" when he addresses the Anna Maria SN /'f rio fo10 am Worship Service S. I I. (NtVursery available) 4 Rev. Dr. Kenneth Gill ~ Sermon: "The Key to Contentment" The Chapel Choir 6200 Gulf of Mexico Dr., Longboat Key (941) 383-6491 Web site: www.islandchapel.com Island Democratic Club Monday, Nov. 21. McCartney is former Knight-Ridder Washington, D.C., columnist now writing for the Bradenton Herald and the Tallahassee Democrat. The meeting at noon at the BeachHouse Restau- rant, 200 Gulf Drive N., Bradenton Beach, is open to the public and reservations are not required. Cost is $12. Details may be obtained by calling 778-9287. t Di. Diane tIichaels C hiriprac'tic Physician I la;n.;,a'i I hIcrapie ,-n It_,t f, l, k I r for [ to. Irur O. 5i \. llc: Green Pirk..'4 Br.Ji.lcntoi. 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For adoption by mail, the club's address is 500 "Simply choose a manatee from the club's Adopt- N. Maitland Ave., Maitland FL 32751. Or phone a-Manatee program, and we do the rest," the club said. (800) 432-5646, or visit the Web site at For $25 the club will send a gift recipient an adoption www.savethemanatee.org. Fanciful garden stepping stones are easy to make. Learn how at the Center next week. Stained-glass stepping-stone course on Center schedule The first class of the season is scheduled for stained-glass garden stepping-stone creation at the Anna Maria Island Community Center, 407 Magnolia Ave., Anna Maria. Taught by artist Glen LeFevre, it will be from 1 to 3 p.m. Monday, Nov. 14, and 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 16. Cost is $55 for members, $60 for nonmembers. Deadline to sign up is Nov. 7. Details are available at 778-1908. ;-.AT Nov a 14 : ~* :-. .-~- , Desert wind Philip DuDeVoire and Joselin Presswood blow patterns in a container of sand simulating those that would occur naturally by wind in a desert climate. The sand activity was one of several crafts and games Anna Maria Elemen- tary School third-graders completed to cap off learning about the desert. 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I originally wanted to join the Navy because I liked their white hats, but as the war progressed, I decided I wanted to be a pilot." In December 1943, during his senior year in high school, he signed up to join the U.S. Army Air Corps for pilot training. "They told me they'd wait until I graduated from high school, but I got my induction notice two weeks before graduation. I had to fight with the school to get my diploma." While in basic training, Charlie took and passed all the physical and mental exams for pilot training. Un- fortunately, the USAAC had no pilot class ready when he graduated from basic training, so he was assigned to an air base in Lubbock, Texas, where he was supposed to be a truck driver. "Only I had never driven anything before," he said. One day, he was ordered to tow a glider back to the hangar, but almost crashed the truck into the glider because someone had switched the brake line to the horn. "It was the first time I had ever towed a glider and when I hit the brakes, the horn sounded. Luckily, I managed to avoid smashing up the glider or I would - have been in big trouble," Charlie remembered with a laugh. While still waiting for pilot school, Charlie got assigned as an aircraft mechanic, then as the flight en- P, ~ '*. ~ ~ 30 . .9~ S- , k0f " Former Bradenton Beach City Commissioner Charlie Grace was headed for pilot training with the U.S. Army Air Corps when World War II ended. gineer on a C-47 military transport plane, what most people call a DC-3. On his first flight as engineer in a C-47, he noticed that this plane was the same one he had just worked on to repair the right engine. "It was my first flight and I stared at that engine the whole time, hoping I'd done a good job," he laughed. During one flight, the pilot told Charlie he was going to sleep and told him to take over the controls. "Just maintain the same heading and speed," the pilot said. Charlie, with no previous pilot experience, man- aged to keep the aircraft headed in the right direction for an hour before the pilot woke up. "That was my first time as a pilot and I loved it," he said. . I_ I 24th Annual Longboat Key St. Jude Gourmet Luncheon to benefit St. Jude Children's Research Hospital I - .: Saturday, Nov. 12, 2005 Noon 2 pm Temple Beth Israel Parking Area 567 Bay Isles Road Across from the Longboat Key Post Office Proceeds to benefit St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Admission: $30 Tax deductible For information, call 377-2699 or 383-5509 Ticket and T-Shirt Outlets Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce SunTrust Bank Longboat Key Northern Trust Bank The Longboat Observer Susan Stribling's New Traditions, sjudeChildren's Sea Stable Resortwear & Swimwear Research Hospi SCSt. Jude Committee Members D.ny T, T.Fo.und.r St. Jude Committee Members indinincures.Savingchildren. 000000000Y0 000 $ 0S 0 4u, ; 0 ateros 1y Scenes from the works of Dickens inohuain his most fmous honay treat Christmas Caror at the historic fwel Crosley Insefum on beantiful Saasofa Bay PUBLIC NOTIC ROM THE CITY OF ANNA MARI FALL CLEANUP-$ 8 am 3 pm Saturday Nov. 12 at the City Pier parking lot (North Bay Blvd. sid Rain date Dec. 10 SYard waste must be separated from other refuse. .Sorry no refrigerators, A/C units, batteries, "tires or paint will be accepted at this cleanup. Remember ... Monday is recycle pickup day in Anna Maria. Please set your blue bin at the curb. For questions about recycling, call Anna Maria City Hall, 708-6132, ext. 26. -MbL - .K Still waiting for his pilot's class to start, Charlie also got to be a cook, learning how to fry chicken, and saw duty in the base post office. He was finally ordered to Boca Raton to begin pi- lot school, but unfortunately for Charlie, the war in Europe ended. The Army didn't need any new pilots in the Pacific, so Charlie did odd jobs around the air base until the war was officially over. He was then dis- charged and sent home. "I was kind of disappointed," said Charlie. "I wanted to be a pilot. I wanted to do my part, but for whatever reason, I never got the chance. Still, I was ready to go." Just prior to his discharge, Charlie joined the U.S. Army Reserves. "I liked the idea of the reserves and I knew they would eventually open up the pilot training program and I would get in." Charlie entered the University of Cincinnati and resumed his civilian pilot training, having taken courses while stationed in Boca Raton. He was already a licensed civilian pilot when he was called to active duty during the Korean War and sent to flight school for the newly formed U.S. Air Force. With his civilian training, Charlie was ahead of everyone else in his class and finished first in pre-flight school. He was then assigned back to Lubbock for the final phase of pilot training. About six weeks before graduation, he and the other top pilots in the class were told they were "volunteering" for jets. "I was pretty happy about that. Getting to fly jets was the prime objective of everyone in the class." Charlie received his wings and commission as a second lieutenant in the U.S. Air Force in 1952, even- tually flying an F-80 Shooting Star and an F-89 air defense jet aircraft. While he was hoping to get to Korea to get in on the air battles over the 38th Parallel, the Air Force had other ideas and Charlie was shipped out to Alaska. At the end of his four years active duty, he declined an offer to make the Air Force a career, instead join- ing North Central Airlines as a civilian pilot. North Central was the forerunner of Republic Airlines and PLEASE SEE GREATEST, NEXT PAGE De.12-1 a ..0mBo ffc 2234 Thanks to vets Friday Friday, Nov. 11, is Veterans Day. It would be appropriate for all veterans to fly the U.S. flag that day. The Islander newspaper and this reporter would like to take this opportunity to thank all veterans for their faithful service to our country, regardless of their duty or rank. On a personal note, thanks to all the veterans whose story has appeared in this newspaper and thanks to Lt. Col. Virgil G. Catlin for his 20 years of service in the U.S. Army, including his six weeks at Bastogne in 1944. His son served in the U.S. Army from 1968 to 1971. Rick Catlin Greatest Generation CONTINUED FROM PAGE 18 eventually Northwest Airlines. He spent 30 years with Republic-Northwest-North Central in Chicago, flying DC-3s at the start and end- ing with Boeing-727s. His closest call as a civilian pilot came when his DC-9 encountered the jet wash of a DC-10 that had just taken off. While Charlie had asked for a seven-mile separation as he was preparing to land, the air traffic controllers declined the request, keeping him at three miles behind the jumbo jet. When the smaller DC-9 encountered the DC-10 jet wash as it was about to land, the wash turned the air- craft on its side, with the wing just inches above the grass alongside the runway. Thankfully, Charlie was able to get the aircraft righted again for a smooth touch- down before something "spectacular" happened. He retired in 1986 and came to Bradenton to visit his son, who is a medical doctor. His son introduced him to Barbara and the couple got married and moved to Anna Maria Island. Between them they have three children and four grandchildren. Barbara was mayor of Bradenton Beach from 1985 Today, Charlie Grace and wife Barbara Turner, herself a former Bradenton Beach mayor, enjoy life in the Freedom Village Villas in northwest Braden- ton. Islander Photo: Rick Catlin to 1986, while Charlie served on the city commission from 1992 to 1994. The couple eventually moved to Palmetto, where Charlie served on the Palmetto City Commission. These days, Charlie and Barbara enjoy their life at Freedom Village Villas. He no longer flies, but devotes his energy to the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary. "I just wanted to be a pilot and do my part. Every- one was patriotic and I was willing to do my duty. I wanted to get overseas, but that's just the way every- thing worked out. I have no regrets." Just another member of the Greatest Generation. "The Greatest Generation" column is for Island, Longboat Key, Perico Island and Cortez veterans, man or woman, who served in the armed forces of any al- lied country (U.S., Canada, Britain, Holland, Norway, France, Poland, Australia, New Zealand, the Philip- pines, etc.) during World War II. We'd like to hear from you. Please call Rick Catlin at 778-7978. THE ISLANDER U NOV. 9, 2005 A A-19 Veterans honored Parade, ceremonial, concert and the Marine Corps Ball are among events honoring veterans of U.S. wars this week, especially on Veterans Day, Friday, Nov. 11. There are veterans of six wars living in Mana- tee County and Anna Maria Island, and that in- cludes two World War I vets who are more than 100 years old, according to the American Legion. The annual Kiwanis-sponsored luncheon was Tuesday at the Bradenton City Center, with a con- cert there that night. Wednesday the Jazz Knights of the U.S. Military Academy are working with school bands around Manatee County and will play a free concert at 7:30 p.m. at Braden River School, 53rd Avenue East and Carrouso Road. Veterans Day Friday will see the annual big pa- rade, in Palmetto this year due to construction work on the usual downtown Bradenton route. It will begin at 9:30 a.m. at the county fairgrounds and end at Sutton/Lamb Park at Seventh Street and 10th Avenue in Palmetto in time for the main Veterans Day pro- gram at 11. The Veterans Monument Park in Bradenton will be open to the public, but construction work in the area makes any ceremonies there impractical. At 12:30 p.m. Stewart Kirby American Legion Post 24 will open an afternoon of observances, af- ter having participated in the Palmetto parade and the veterans' memorial services. All afternoon there will be food and entertainment at the post, 2000 75th St. W., Bradenton. The national Veteran of the Year, Frank Johnson of Bradenton, will receive special recognition in ceremonies. Dancing will go on all afternoon, said a spokesperson. The Marine Corps League's annual birthday ball will be the next evening, Saturday, Nov. 12, celebrating the Corps' 230th birthday. It will be at the Sarasota Cay Club, renamed from the Holiday Inn, 7150 Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. Cocktails will be at 6:30 p.m., anniversary ceremony at 7:15 and dinner and dancing from 8 to 11 p.m. Reservations are required, with tickets at $65 for a couple, $35 for a single, call 753-9423 or 721-9150. A-20 0 NOV. 9, 2005 U THE ISLANDER $50 game pick winner : John Lee of Bradenton ABOUT GROUT AND TILE N LII"t.E ) ,.f-fi Tile and grout done right! 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Answers: Page 8 ~i~i~spws~e~lr~a~r~paPe~~nwrP~ PElr~%~BP~4~t~a~8~5~9~~-.~t~.~~CSE+i~P I~-~ll..-Y~bd-L~"`~_~ ~W~BW~J~i~eit~ - - - Br~E~arnLMI)Si~O*'U'~~r~i~aa~ : A' I~~i r 3-~ irrh ~53~1~ 1' -L.-l" r i: ~~ i-~ -- d B-2 M NOV. 9, 2005 M THE ISLANDER Islander Bishop returns from Gulfcoast deployment By Diana Bogan Islander Reporter Holmes Beach resident Patti Bishop just may have left a piece of her heart in Biloxi, Miss., where she served her fellow Americans as a disaster relief volun- teer with the American Red Cross. Although she spent less than a month in the East Biloxi/Gulfport area, the experience is one that will last her a lifetime. Bishop is a trained disaster relief worker and has been a Red Cross volunteer for five years. She has served in two other hurricane disasters and with the far- reaching destruction caused by Hurricane Katrina, Bishop received deployment orders. She was assigned to work in a Red Cross Emer- gency Response Vehicle, distributing meals along the same 8- to 10-mile route each day. The ERV is de- signed to distribute up to 350 meals per day and is used Bridge over troubled water Patti Bishop " snapped this -- photo of a / bridge near Biloxi, Miss., that was damaged by the storm serge pro- ,, . ducedby s Hurricane Katrina. Islander Photos' Courtesy Patti Bishop . in areas hit hard by disasters. In addition to food dis- tribution, the vehicles may be used to distribute disas- ter recovery items such as cleanup kits. Bishop said her shift began at 7:30 a.m. each day by sterilizing the vehicle since sanitation was para- mount during the entire operation. The vehicle was sanitized between lunch and dinner deliveries as well. Her crew consisted of an ERV driver and another volunteer to assist in handing out meals. Bishop said her crew exceeded the ERV's food capacity and deliv- ered 500 meals per day. "We delivered more meals on weekends than weekdays," she said. "I think because there were family members in town on weekends to help with the cleanup." Bishop was deeply touched by the people she met along her route. In the territory she served, she saw people who had lost everything. "I call them the 'lost people' because they aren't getting any press," Relief worker Holmes Beach resident Patti Bishop returned home from serving almost three weeks as an American Red Cross volunteer in East Biloxi, Miss., where she delivered hot meals twice a day. She is a trained disaster worker and has been a Red Cross volunteer for five years. Islander Photo: Diana Bogan Bishop said. Bishop said the people she met were living in tents pitched next to whatever might be left of their home. She said she saw few children in the area, hoping that most were sent to stay with other family members or friends. 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And they still came up to tell us 'God Bless you' for what we were doing when it should be the other way around. God Bless them for what they have been through," she said. Among the neighbors she met, an 86-year-old woman told Bishop she's "so blessed she has her health." The woman would come out with her walker to get hot meals, refusing to have them delivered to her. Instead, Bishop said the woman kept busy buying gro- ceries for shut-ins, doing other neighbors' laundry and cleaning their homes. Most of the homes have been plagued with black mold, said Bishop. The only complaint this senior had was that she couldn't get to church because she lost her car. Bishop shared that her "clients," as the Red Cross calls them, are people just like herself, that circum- stances have taken away their ability to work and pro- vide for themselves and their families. She was struck by the amount of compassion and thankfulness she witnessed by both clients and volun- teers. "Americans," she wrote in her Web journal, "no matter what our background, speak the universal lan- guage of compassion and thankfulness." Red Cross volunteers carried teddy bears on the ERV to distribute to children. One day she gave one to a Vietnamese gentleman who came for food with his young child. "As he walked away he turned to us, and with great reverence, dignity and sincerity, he bowed fully in thanks," recalled Bishop. "Every day was an experience." wwwhrslanmd-ecrmb Welcome Back to the Island c D liffi, Famous Birgei I' : .' ir 44 -9.i f:e 'J ana he colest nio. C, 4A, rr~ I!I 7: V I nd the ualddt r nuo~ ci tecer Iru, sid 01j~ HJ L Clt r. Fat PaGe!~r Proprietress- dLO;~.:siYtU!~SI. 59Tl~ MAIidR; HOIM ES 6~AC1- r -- J -5 -- i-. ~ Ir :..: -~9~-,:,, .~ ~~~:.. ,- -: - :i-e '4 Home away from home Red Cross volunteers were housed at a U.S. Navy Construction Battalion Base where they were given a cot to sleep on. Bishop said there were 750 cots housed in one room and placed only 7 inches apart. It After completing at least 12-hour shifts each day, Bishop returned to the CB base where she had to wait an hour and a half in line for a shower, and slept in a room filled with 750 cots placed about 7 inches apart from one another. Lights went out at 9 p.m., but she was able to stay in contact with her husband Win back home on the Is- land and he helped her maintain a daily online journal. There are many heartwarming stories in her jour- nal, including one about a teddy bear named Irving that travels with different crews in memory of volunteer who lost her son in the Iraq War. The journal can be read at winandpatti.home.att.net. Bishop was sent home early by the Red Cross from her service to prepare for Hurricane Wilma's approach. She said, even as she left, the Red Cross was beginning to downsize its operation, but given the opportunity she would go back. Fantastic Fish & Chips" Seafood Oysters Stone Crabs King Crab Live E nte lSainm ent Wed Poker Fri Karaoke 11" Oam to whenever Closed Monday 12012 Cortez Rd. W. @ 792-4822 WERE NOT JUST YOUR GRANOADDYS FISHING PIEL The City Pier Restaurant She keeps in regular contact with the volunteers she met and, as a member of the Island Hurricane Evacuation Assistance and Relocation Team, she has offered to help find a family living within the territory she served for the organization to adopt. She said she already has a potential lead and will update HEART at its meeting on Thursday. She admits returning home and the journey itself has been an "emotional roller coaster." Still she wor- ries about the people left in the East Biloxi/Gulfport area now that winter is approaching and the media at- tention has dwindled. "This will be the time they will really be in need of compassion as they begin to come out of shock." Unsure how much longer volun- teer operations will be in place to help, Bishop says she worries. "I just wanted to give back. It was the hardest work I've done, but one of the most rewarding times of my life." I . HOMEMADE HOLIDAY PIES FROM f SUGAR SPICE anmia N estaurant ' Available through ComingNov. 24,1-5pm Pj - Order and pre-pay now through Nov. 21 Pick up Nov. 22 8am noon Cafe on the Beach. NKSmN with all the trimmings S$ 1495 Every Wednesday 'i 4pm-8pm All-You- $7 95 Can-Eat 'A FRI FIS FRY ~ 2 m with fries an law ))'.^-- ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT oO 6 $895 Entertainment Nightly! 4-8pm Wed ~ Larry Rich Thurs & Sat -~Rick Boyd Fri & Sun ~ Tom Mobley Mon & Tues ~ Mark Cravens ***. ************* ** OPEN 7 AM 7 DAYS A WEEK RAIN OR SHINE Breakfast Lunch Dinner Beer & Wine Casual Inside Dining or Outdoor Patio Dining Plenty of Parking Fishing/Observation Pier On beautiful Manatee Beach where Manatee Ave. ends and the Gulf begins! -4000 Gulf Drive Holme: Beach 778-0784 hi~ i~ ~_ ; .. .~.. :-- -. -;~t~ f ". ' . -r - B-4 E NOV. 9, 2005 0 THE ISLANDER Division I: Mr. Bones teamwork clinches at least tie By Kevin Cassidy Islander Reporter Mr. Bones defeated Longboat Observer 3-2 Friday, Nov. 4, to clinch at least a tie for first place while also remaining undefeated on the season. There was a defi- nite contrast in styles between the two teams. Longboat Observer played a kick-and-run style of soccer where their defenders basically kicked the ball forward as far as.they could in the hopes that athletic forwards Celia Ware and Blake Wilson could outrun the Mr. Bones defenders to the ball and score some goals. Mr. Bones, however, relied on the teamwork of Sean Edwards, Cory Wash and Ally Titsworth, who worked a triangle to control the ball, consistently look- ing to pass to each other to work the ball up the field to generate their offense. Defensively, Mr. Bones positioned Nicole Botero, James Hall, Raphael Kasser and Austin Martin deep to pick off the long balls from Longboat and depended on the strong play of goalie Jason Rappe to deny most of the scoring chances that Longboat generated. Despite a definite advantage in possession time, the game still came down to the wire, producing some con- troversy due to a call.by the referee that had Longboat Observer fans upset. With Mr. Bones nursing a 3-2 lead late in the game, Celia Ware got loose up the right side when the referee stopped play due to an apparently injured player. The Mr. Bones player turned out to be OK, resulting in some second-guessing as to whether or not the referee should have blown the play dead. Hindsight, as they say is 20-20 vision, so it's easy to sit on the sidelines and criticize a referee's judgment call. Players, coaches and referees all make mistakes and one can never tell when a round ball will produce a strange bounce. Parents and coaches need to remem- ber that they're role models and the kids are playing a game. No matter what the end result, it is just that - a game! Sports, as they say, mirror life and the lesson here is that life will throw you all kinds of weird unex- pected bounces. Complaining and accusing a referee of wrongdoing when decisions or bounces don't go your way will not help the situation. Neither will it change the split-second decision that the referee made. Back to the game. The two teams battled it out for 15 scoreless minutes before Mr. Bones finally broke through a stout Observer defense led by goalie Chris- tine Papazian and defenders Billy Alstrom, Jenna Duvall, Alison Lukitsch and Kyle Aritt. James Hall cleared the ball from the Bones' defensive end to Titsworth, who carried the ball forward before squar- ing the ball inside to a hard-charging Wash, who juked one defender before finishing far post for a 1-0 lead. Late in the first half, Observer got back into the game when Blake Wilson found some space up the right side. Wilson was stopped, but somehow got the ball back and crossed inside to Forrest Schield, who one-timed it past Rappe in goal to tie the score at 1-1. .Mr. Bones retook the lead in the 43rd minute when Titsworth found space up the right side and beat Papazian to give Bones a 2-1 lead. Five minutes later, Titsworth found Wash in front of the Observer goal with a free kick that Wash finished for a 3-1 Mr. Bones lead. With time winding down, Observer pulled to within one goal when Bones goalie accidently stepped outside the goalie box for a hand ball, giving the Ob- Anna Maria Island Community Center Soccer League standings as of Nov. 4 Team Won Lost Tie Points Division I (ages 12-14) Bones 5 0 Observer 5 4 ReMax 5 5 WCAC 4 6- LaPensee 3 7 Division II (ages 10-11) IRE 9 2 0 Harry's 5 3 Pine Store 3 6 Surf Shop 2 8 Division III (ages 8-9) A&E 9 1 Danziger 3 6 Cannons 4 5 Norman 2 6 (3 points, for win, 20 17 16 13 10 18 11 7 1 point for tie) ik Mr. Bones forward Ally Titsworth carries the ball forward during Mr. Bones' 3-2 victory over Longboat Observer in Anna Maria Island Commu- nity Center Soccer League Division I action. Is- lander Photos: Kevin Cassidy James Hall looks for a teammate to pass the ball to during Division I soccer action at the Center. Mr. Bones player Sean Edwards surveys the field as Jenna Duvall of Longboat Observer applies defensive pressure. Celia Ware and Ally Titsworth battle for the ball during Division I soccer action at the Ce ler. server a free kick that Ware buried to produce the 3-2 final score. Division I (ages 12-14) Ben Valdivieso scored 10 goals to take over the Center Division I scoring lead while also leading ReMax back to the .500 mark on the season with a 10- 8 victory over West Coast Air Conditioning. Max. Marnie scored four goals and Martine Miller added three goals for WCAC in the loss. Broderick West completed the scoring with one goal for West Coast, Division I (ages 10-11 year olds) Trevor Bystrom and Daniel Pimental each scored a pair of goals to lead Harry's Continental Kitchens 4- 2 over West Coast Surf Shop on Nov. 4. Julian Botero and Giorgio Gomez each notched one goal to lead the Surf Shop in the loss. Island Real Estate shut out Pine Avenue Store 6-0 on Nov. 2 behind three goals from Paulo Fonseca and two goals from division scoring-leader Chandler PLEASE SEE SPORTS, NEXT PAGE k t4t 3 g ~tsnp .. . ~i~-~i~'' '' ~-:' THE, ISLANDER U NOV. 9, 2005 U B-5 Center Soccer League scoring leaders as of Oct. 20 A8~~ d~L~ Cory Wash launches a free kick for his Mr. Bones team during Division I soccer action at the Center. Sports CONTINUED FROM PAGE 4 Hardy. Joseph Garbus added one goal for Island Real Estate in its ninth victory of the season. Division III (ages 8-9) Cannons Marina edged Mike Norman Realty 2-1 on Nov. 4 behind goals from Sam Azmi and Max Moneuse. Ryan Gilman notched the lone goal for Mike Norman Realty in' the loss. Soccer awards announced The Center announced that soccer league awards will be handed out at in the Center gym Monday, Nov. 14. The players ages 5-7 in the Instructional Division will be rec- ognized beginning at 6:30 p.m., and remainder of the di- visions will receive awards starting at 7:30 p.m. Anna Maria Oyster Bar golf tourney pulls in $74,000 The Anna Maria Oyster Bar Charity Golf Tourna- ment was held Sept. 30 at the Meadows Country Club and drew over 200 golfers to the 36-hole venue. Many of the participants have been regulars at the tournament since its inception in 2000, which has benefited youth programs and scholarships for needy children at the Anna Maria Island Community Center. First-place winner was Southern Wine & Spirits team of Herman Fernandez, Brad Reid, Mike Farone and Jerry Smith. Second place went to the Bank of Commerce team of Jim Burgess, Jerry Scott, Steve Sutter and Tom Wessel. 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The putting contest ended in a tie between Tom Tollette and John Mattick. Closest-to-the-pin winners included Grahame Warne, Tom Eboli, Ernie Cotton, Sam Seider, Jerry Fortenberry, Sonny Eastman, David Bouchard and Aaron McFarland. Longest-drive winners included Elizabeth Peak, Kevin Fortenberry and Kipp Wilson, while the Bud Hole straightest-drive winners were Dave Westerman and Jerry Smith. Key Royale golf news Gloria Doudera shot a 30 to capture the Flight AA low-net women's golf competition on Nov. 1 at the Key Royale Club. Tootie Wagner was a shot back with a 31, followed by Cindy Miller's 32. Flight A winner was Dorothy McKinna who shot a 31 to finish one shot in front of Roswitha Fowler and two shots ahead of Joyce Brown. Flight B winner was Jane Wiengarten, who shot an even par 32 to finish ahead of Rose Slomba and Mary Pat Swamy, who both finished with 34. Francis Smith-Williams' even-par 32 was two shots better then the 34 shot by Lorrain Collins, while Dot Dickinson, Sally Keys, Markie Ksiazek and Eunice Warda each finished with a 36 in Flight C. Terry Westby shot a 32 to win the Flight D com- petition, which was four shots ahead of Cherie Kinerk ; DISCOUNT LIQUOR COCKTAIL LOUNGE Coupon Good Nov. 9-15, 2005 Grey Goose Vodka MANATEE COUNTY'S Seagrams 7 750 BEVERAGE DEALER $1 799:T $ E 8AM S99EN.D S #1 IADWEEK O EN 7 DAYS A WEEK Kitchen 11:30am-10prn Full Bar 11:30am til late nite Full food and liquor service and daily Specials that'll BLOW YOU AWAY! 778-5788 5346 Gulf Drive, in the S&S Plaza RICHARD' S WHOLE FOODS * Bulk Foods * Natural Foods * Candy & Snacks * Cold Drinks *I Supplements Aren't you hungry' a. t' Name Division I (ages 12-14) 1. Ben Valdivieso 2. Joey Hutchinson 3. Cory Wash 4. Martine Miller 5. Celia Ware 5. Heldino Gomez Division II (ages 10-11) 1. Chandler Hardy 2. Paulo Fonseca 3. Alex Hall 4. Giorgio Gomez 5. Daniel Pimental 5. Trevor Bystrom Division III (ages 8-9) 1. Joel Hart 2. Andrew Crowton 3. Adam Hart 4. Ryan Gilman 5. Max Moneuse 6. Connor Field Center S( SC Date Time Division I (ages 12-14) Nov. 9 7:15 p.m. Nov. 12 11 a:m. Division II (ages 10-11) Nov. 9 6 p.m. Nov. 12 10a..m. Division III (ages 8-9) Nov. 10 6 p.m. Nov. 10 7 p.m: Nov. 12 9 a..m. Team Goals ReMax LaPensee Bones WCAC Observer LaPensee IRE IRE Pine Store Surf Shop Harry's Harry's A&E Danziger A&E Norman Cannons A&E soccer League hedule Team vs. Team WCAC vs. Bones All-Stars White vs. Blue Pine Store vs. Surf Shop All-Stars White vs. Blue Norman vs. Danziger A&E vs. Cannons All-Stars White vs. Blue Instructional Division (ages 5-7) Nov. 9 6 p.m. Walker vs. Kiwanis .Nov. 9 7 p.m. LPAC vs. Sparks Nov. 10 6 p.m. Stanley vs. Sparks Nov. 10 7 p.m. Ralph's vs. Duncan Nov. 12 9 a.m. Tropical T&E vs. Duncan Postseason Games-(all games 20 minutes) Nov. 12 9:30 a.m. Kiwanis vs. Sparks Nov. 12 10a.m. Orthopaedic vs. Ralph's Nov. 12 10:30 a.m. Stanley vs. LPAC Nov. 12 11 a.m. Bistros vs. Walker and Lucille Cooney, who both shot 36. Gaye Ganos needed only 11 putts in nine holes to capture the low-putt competition. She finished-one ahead of Joyce Brown and three putts less then Sara Falk, Nancy Grimme, Cindy Miller, Marlyn Thorton and Jane Winegarten, who each used 14 putts to nego- tiate nine holes of golf. Nell Bergstrom and Eunice Warda each had chip- ins, while Tootei Wagner won the birdie prize for her efforts on hole No. 8. Let's go to Richard's, S they've got lolrs of stuff to - snack on! p-j, Located on the Island at 5344 Gulf Drive! I d LIL ui,,,l,. "X." "-t--. I 792-5300 10519 Cortez Road W I Mon-Sat, lam-1.0pm Sunday Noon-9pm PLEASE PRESENT COUPON EXPIRES NOV.30,2005 ~111 111 1 ------- -ill Geraldson's Loop Road Farm Market OUR OWN LOCAL PINK EGGPL NT GRAPEFRUIT AND NAVEL ORANGES cjc 3 for 99h" \3Ciy v125 OPEN monday thru Saturday 1.0-4 9812 Ninth Ave. NW Bradenton B-6 M NOV. 9, 2005 T THE ISLANDER Where the heck are those big kings? By Capt. Mike Heistand Don't forget that the 12th Annual Old Salt King of the Beach Kingfish Rodeo is Nov. 10-12 off Madeira Beach in Pinellas County. Captain's meeting is at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 10 at the Madeira Beach Ball Field, 200 Rex Place in "Mad Beach," featuring lots of music plus food and drink. Cost is $165 for Old Salt members, $185 for non- members. Fishing starts at 6 a.m. Saturday, and weigh-in is between 4-5 p.m. at the ball field that day. Grand prize is $10,000, and there are a slew of raffles and door prizes and other goodies. Locally, fishers are awaiting the fall kingfish run, which well may have already begun when you read this, it's getting so close. Offshore action for grouper and snapper remains good in the Gulf of Mexico. Backwater fishing for redfish and snook is also excellent right now. Remember that trout season is closed. Bill Lowman at Island Discount Tackle advised that everyone should get ready for the fall kingfish run, which should start any day any minute, actually - right about now. Other action Bill reported was some big snook and redfish hitting off Longbar Point in Sa- rasota Bay, with whitebait working best to get the big- ger catches. Jesus Rosario at the Anna Maria City Pier said fishers are catching sheesphead, flounder, black drum, snapper and a few linesiders. Capt. Larry McGuire of Show Me The Fish Charters said fishing last week was very good for grouper and snapper, with gags going to 15 pounds, mangroves to 5 pounds, and yellowtails to 3 pounds. He's looking forward to the fall kingfish run to start this week. Capt. Thorn Smith at Angler's Repair on Cortez Road said he's been putting his charters onto snook, redfish and trout, with his best action coming from ar- tificial lures such as Mister Twister Exudes. He's also starting to target just snook and redfish since trout sea- son is closed. Bob Kilb at the Rod & Reel Pier said anglers there are reeling in redfish, sheepshead, whiting, snap- per and a few keeper-size snook. 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There were some keeper-size snook caught just off the marina in Anna Maria Sound, and mackerel and some kingfish were starting to show up offshore in the Gulf of Mexico re- cently. Dave Johnson at Snead Island Crab House said he's hearing that redfish are the best catch forhis fish- ers, with lots of keepers being caught in Terra Ceia Bay and the surrounding waters. Capt. Zach Zacharias on the Dee-Jay II out of Annie's said his fishing for the past week was mostly filled with snook to 30 inches, reds to 29 inches, black drum, flounder, sheepshead and numerous jacks. "I'm still looking for some pelagic action with Spanish mackerel, kings and cobia," he said, "but so far it has been spotty. Bait is still available on the flats of the bulkhead and Key Royale, but it's getting late in the bait season and it is moving around and found in dif- ferent spots each day." Capt. Rick Gross on Fishy Business out of Catchers Marina in Holmes Beach said snook are hitting well for him, with lots of keepers some better than 30 inches in length. He's also finding that redfish are making a good showing for his charters. At Skyway Bait & Tackle, reports include redfish from the oyster beds in Terra Ceia Bay and Miguel Bay, with artificial working the best for the best ac- tion. There are also some good reports of keeper-size grouper and flounder coming from near the Sunshine Skyway Bridge artificial reef systems. On my boat Magic, we hooked and lost a 30-pound cobia last week, but we're still catching redfish to 26 inches and a few small snook and some 18-inch flounder. Good luck and good fishing. Capt. Mike Heistand is a 20-year-plus fishing guide. Call him at 779-9607 to provide a fishing report. Prints and digital images of your catch are also wel- come and may be dropped off at The Islander, 5404 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, or e-mailed to news@islander.org. 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Electric power to more than 3 million people was disrupted, and the juice is expected to be back on for most folks by the week's end. Environmental damage caused by Wilma could take much, much longer to correct itself. "Impacts stretch from Central Florida to the Florida Keys, but the areas of most concern are Lake Okeechobee and the stormwater treatment areas which remove excess nutrients from surface water flowing into the Everglades," according to the South Florida Water Management District. "Just like last year when Hurricanes Frances and Jeanne moved across South Florida, hurricane-force winds stirred up sediments in Lake Okeechobee, turn- ing its waters an unappealing shade of brown," district officials said. "These sediments do not settle quickly, and they contain nutrients that have accumulated for decades due to stormwater runoff into the lake. When flood control requires discharge of lake waters into the St. Lucie River to the east and Caloosahatchee River to the west, the estuaries of these waterways can be harmed by the high-nutrient discharges." Water district officials have found "floating veg- etation pushed onto shore, submerged aquatic vegeta- tion ripped loose and pushed.ashore, and emergent vegetation bent over." The stormwater treatment areas were also hard hit. They're basically manmade wetlands that filter the excess nutrients from agricultural areas before reach- ing Florida Bay. Many plants there were uprooted by Wilma's strong winds It'll take at least three weeks to fully assess the damages. So what? you may ask. Well, if similar damage occurred last fall in the passage of the three hurricanes Charley, Frances and Jeanne through the same area, and the nutrient-suck- ing plants were damaged then, all that fertilizer and pesticide flowed into Florida Bay and Southwest Florida Gulf of Mexico waters. Assume that the fertilizer started to "cook" out in the Gulf for a few months. Red tide started to show up off Southwest Florida in December. A pair of scientists from Harbor Branch Oceano- graphic Institute tentatively pointed to excess nutrient runoff as a possible "trigger" for red tide. We've had a 10-month red tide outbreak off Florida's coast which has only now started to abate. Gee, do you think there may be a connection here? It will be interesting to see what happens in the next few months. Wow! Speaking of interesting, Florida Sea Grant Agent John Stevely provided a followup on a hit-and-run case that killed our old friend Dr. Gus Antonini and his step- son last year. Gus had been a tireless advocate for an- chorages and mooring fields along Southwest Florida, and had begun the task of helping Bradenton Beach de- velop its burgeoning boater storage site just south of the city pier when he and his stepson were struck and killed by a drunk driver while bicycling near their Gainesville home. Police were able to catch the guy that killed them. The case came to trial not too long ago, and a judge sentenced him to 15 years in prison. From what Stevely told me, he was looking at a much stiffer sentence, but Gus's widow Victorina testified on the guy's behalf. "I assume she feels like nothing will bring Gus- back and enough lives have been destroyed," Stevely told me. "This is probably true, but I have a hard time feeling comfortable that he will ever be back on the streets" I agree. Shameless plug My buddy Tom Cross is holding a "Tom Cross Chronic Survival Tour" beginning Nov. 11, with pro- ceeds of the sale of his artwork and books to go in part to lung cancer research. The tour starts with a Friday reception from 5-8 p.m. at the JABU Center, 1915 Ivanhoe St., Sarasota. Tom had never smoked, yet was diagnosed with Stage IV, inoperable lung cancer in January 2004 and given less than a year to live. He started researching the disease and found a round of drugs that seemed to work for a "never-smoker" group, and he started treatment. It was far from the traditional chemotherapy or radiation that cancer victims undergo. There was acu- puncture, Chinese herbs, exercise and a lot of support from his friends. Seven months later a checkup re- vealed no active cancer. The good news didn't last long. Less than a year later, the cancer was back, but there were some new drugs on the market by then and Tom started another round of therapy. It too worked, and as of September his cancer had been reduced by 75 percent. As he puts it, "all involved are happily befuddled." I met Tom about 30 years ago when he was offer- ing nature tours to bayfront and mangrove locales. He taught me more in a morning than I'd ever learned about estuarine ecosystems, and we've been friends ever since, collaborating on eight books and countless other projects where his artwork and my words have combined. In fact, Tom did the "Sandscript" turtle hatchling drawing in The Islander. Hope to see you Friday, and if not, keep him in your thoughts. History lesson The following is one of those Internet factoid lists. The validity of these things is always suspect, but I did check a few of the facts and found them accurate, so maybe it's all true. It makes for interesting reading, anyway. The year is 1905. One hundred years-ago. What a difference a century makes. Here are some of the U.S. statistics for 1905: The average life expectancy in the United States was 47 years. Only 14 percent of the homes in the United States had a bathtub. Only 8 percent of the homes had a telephone. A three-minute call from Denver to New York City cost $11, adjusted to today's price levels. There were only 8,000 cars in the United States, and only 144 miles of paved roads. The maximum PLEASE SEE SANDSCRIPT, NEXT PAGE It's a Whole New Game! Captain Steven Salgado INSHORE SPORTFISHING CHARTER BOAT Owner/Operator Lifetime experience in local waters Full & Half Day Trips Custom Trips Available U.S.C.G. Licensed Custom-built Privateer Fishing License, Ice, Bait & Tackle Furnished Anna Maria Island Florida 778-9712 LIGHT TACKLE SPORTFISHING E \/ \ CAPT. RICK GROSS (943) 794-3308 1/2 DAY & FULL DAY CHARTERS Catcher's Marina-5501 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach visit geocities.com/captrickgross ,O *." A O. ' REEL FAST CHARTERS Charter only for the best S4 hours. 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There are four fishing piers: Rod & Reel, Anna Maria City Pier; Manatee Beach pier; and Bradenton Beach City Pier. 5. Spring Lake is between 68th and 69th Streets, west of Marina Drive. 6. Just one block long, Tuna Street is be- tween Spruce and Cypress streets off North Shore Drive in Anna Maria. 7. The Martinique condominium in Holmes Beach. 8. The large ficus is in the 400 block of Spring Avenue in Anna Maria. 9. Monk parakeets. 10. Two at both ends of Bridge Street in Bradenton Beach. FEEL KE A DAY ON THE TOWN? .*1 Find out what's going on in 'The Islander Sandscript CONTINUED FROM PAGE 7 speed limit in most cities was 10 mph. Alabama, Mississippi, Iowa and Tennessee were each more heavily populated than California. With a mere 1.4 million people, California was only the 21st most-populous state in the Union. The tallest structure in the world was the Eiffel Tower. The average wage in the United States was 22 cents per hour. The average U.S. worker made between $200 and $400 per year. A competent accountant could expect to earn $2,000 per year, a dentist $2,500 per year, a vet- erinarian between $1,500 and $4,000 per year, and a mechanical engineer about $5,000 per year. More than 95 percent of all births in the United States took place at home. Ninety percent of all U.S. doctors had no college education. Instead, they attended so-called medical schools, many of whichwere condemned in the press and by the government as "substandard." Sugar cost 4 cents a pound. Eggs were 14 cents a dozen. Coffee was 15 cents a pound. Most women only washed their hair only once a month, and used Borax or egg yolks for shampoo. Canada passed a law that prohibited poor Ameri- cans from entering into their country for any reason. .The American flag had 45 stars. Arizona, Okla- homa, New Mexico, Hawaii and Alaska had not yet been admitted to the Union. The population of Las Vegas, Nev., was 30. Crossword puzzles, canned beer and iced tea had not been invented yet. There was no Mother's Day or Father's Day. Two out of every 10 U.S. adults could not read or write: Only 6 percent of all Americans had graduated from high school. Marijuana, heroin and morphine were all avail- able over the counter at the local corner drug store. Back .then, pharmacists said "heroin clears the com- plexion, gives buoyancy to the mind, regulates the stomach and bowels, and is, in fact, a perfect guard- ian of health." Eighteen percent of households in the United States had at least one full-time servant or domestic helper. There were about 230 reported murders in the en- Looking for a local Prudential Palms Realty agent in your area? S' 7Featured Listings Perico Bay Club Updated villa, water views. 2BR/2BA, gated community, rastefully furnished. Only two miles to white, sandy beaches! $485,000 Call Michelle Musto today at Prudential 941-809-3714 Palms Realty www.michellemusto.com Grouper on again, courtesy of judge The proposed two-month shutdown of rec- reational grouper fishing in federal Gulf waters has been reversed by a judge, though it remains in effect for red grouper. The National Marine Fisheries Service in July said recreational fishers had caught more than twice as much red grouper as allowed, so that was shut off Nov. 1 for the rest of the year. The plan was to allow a bag limit of three grou- per, one of which may be red. U.S. District Judge John E. Steele of Fort Myers ruled virtually on the eve of the shut- down that to include other grouper species than reds was "arbitrary and capricious" and over- ruled the MFS on that portion but let the red grouper ban stand. The rule therefore for sport fishermen is that they can keep five grouper, but no reds. The season for reds will remain closed until Jan. 1 at least. This pertains to federal waters, 9 miles offshore and beyond. Commercial red grouper fishing remains closed, since commercial fishermen reached their quota of 5.3 million pounds earlier this year. The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council, an arbiter of fishery rules on which Karen Bell of Cortez serves, will meet Nov. 14 to determine how to manage the red grouper fishery next year. tire United States. Imagine what we'll see in the next 100 years. Sandscript factoid In 1905, the five leading causes of death in the United States were: 1. Pneumonia and influenza; 2. Tuberculosis; 3. Diarrhea; 4. Heart disease; and 5. Stroke. Notice what's not on that list no cancer and no car crashes. Maybe we haven't evolved all that far in 100 years after all. 220' of ICW Waterfront b "-" .- 40-foot dock. pool, Jacuzzi. 1,00 sf.enoatd, fiplace.Veryprivate corner double rlo. Gold Key Reat: $1,495,000. 778-7459 ONE OFTHEBE IS !INVSM OPOTNTISO NN6AI luIf-Bay Realty 5309 "uq De. of Anna Maria Inc 778"-744 V1mef. gea4, 4. 34217 .. :. ,. '. ' Tropical Sunset Spacious turnkey furnished 2BR/ 2BA condo just steps from the beach!! Pool, rooftop sundeck, storage, covered parking, and a great rental history with no restrictions!$599,000. CalljesseBrisson Broker Associate, GRI (941) 713-4755 . . . . FOR SALE BY OWNER 2BR .iB i .,ih ne.k root and deck, Ihalan ule tliroughr-ii 4909 Gulf Drive #1B, Holmes Beach. $429,000. rainerscheer@yahoo.com-to request photos .. .. Cell (941) 4480995 ..,.. . i5 6If-Bay Realty o Anna Maria Inc. iA wide variety of vacation rentals from beachfront to bayfront and everything in between! .,- .0 . C Family pzoiandpforfall j i at Fanmidh owud and opel dI. i - :: : I :: ::::: _ : . .a Biz By Rick Catlin Island home loans for non-residents Bobby Edington of First Equity Financial/World Mortgage has the perfect answer for foreign investors looking to buy into the Anna Maria Is- land real estate market. Edington can offer non-residents a home mortgage for just 30 percent down payment, proof of stated income and a passport. That means foreign investors don't need a credit score, U.S. Social Security number, tax returns, pay stubs or IRS forms. World Mortgage uses commonsense flexible underwriting guidelines to help the non-resident in- vestor purchase his or her share of para- dise. Edington has processed a number of loans for foreign investors on Longboat Key, Anna Maria Island and in Braden- ton, Sarasota and St. Petersburg. For more information on securing a home mortgage, call 744-6906. Computer Renaissance turns one Mike Harshbarger of Computer Renaissance knew he was taking a big chance last year when he turned his in- dependent computer consulting business into a full-fledged computer retail store Com utel~ Renaissance men, and women Mike Harshbarger and Sarah Keiser of Computer Renaissance at 405 14th St. W. in Bradenton are ready to help small businesses and personal computer owners solve all their computer problems. Islander Photo: Nancy Ambrose at 4405 14th St. W. in Bradenton. In October, Computer Renaissance celebrated its first anniversary and the "computer" sdys the future looks bright. Computer Renaissance is a full-ser- vice computer store, providing diagno- sis and service of computer problems, custom-built computers, manufacturer's refurbished computers, used computers and new systems starting as low as $149. Mike also takes trade-ins of old computers when it's time to upgrade. With more than 20 years experience in the computer industry, Mike said he's filling a need in the Bradenton area for a store to serve the small businesses and home computer operators. "We provide the service, savings and support oppor- tunities that the larger stores can't pro- vide," he said. "In our store you'll find a full line of laptop and desktop computers, not to mention our qualified service techni- cians. We remove viruses, spyware and adware, turn up and diagnose systems, all within three working days." Mike also offers priority service for a faster turnaround, if needed. Computer Renaissance technicians also make housecalls and provide IT support, networking, wireless, mainte- nance, upgrades and security. The store carries all the brand names of computer components, acces- sories, cables and peripherals. The used I / ~ Reputation -fResources-Results ,.4, -... . Stunning 2BR condominium. White, sandy beach and romantic sunsets welcome you home to paradise. Offered at $950,000. New 4BR/3BA condo close to beaches and shopping. Gated community. Offered at $269,000. Saes Rentals Property Management ^ -- -.*^K-^A ------- < ;M " i:* t . 40 ! ;i Team Pinnacle 877-469-4753 teampinnaclefl@yahoo.com Pat Palmeri-Bates www.flrealestateassistance.com John Luchkowec P REALTO-. 31Years ofProfessional Service EXPERIENCE REPUTATION RESULTS HOLMES BEACH DUPLEX Gulfview, 2BR/1BA each side or 4BR/2BA house..Great investment at $1,199,00. ANNA MARIA BAYVIEW 3,300 sf 4BR/4BA home with 600+ sf master suite plus home office. Or 3BR/3BA with five year old guest quarters. $1,500,000. Feature Key Royale Canalfront Lot- Exclusive. $795,000. VACATION, SEASONAL & ANNUAL RENTALS 101 Palm- New Luxury Gulffront Villas Perico Isles- 3BR/2BA, community pool, clubhouse, exercise room 5508C MARINA DRIVE 778-0807 800-956-0807 yrealt7@aol.com *www.tdollyyoungrealestate.com DUPLEX FOR SALE ^ ..';. ^^ ,_ ._~ -^ i^-^' - 3/2 & 1/1 .Walk to Beach or shopping. Located on quiet street with beautiful landscaping and an updated exterior. Lots of curb appeal. Tile through- out both units and updated bathrooms. Great investment. New air handler in 3BR. $615,000. Principals only, call 807-5626 or 735-5375. I Real Estate Agents For \ Today's Market .' 4 , ./ ... : = :''' 2511 Avenue C Perfect duplex for investors or live in one yourself. One block fromnbeach, two-blocks from bay. The west unit is 2BR/2BA, the east unit is 3BR/2BA. Built to 1996 hurricane standards. Great storage on ground floor. Offered at $749,900. t Re Palty S Maggie Hutter & Jo Rutstein Realtors j.v 1 ,_' C h 1r- i, ."- 8c . I WW J~~~~~.FiJa g r rg _r l7r_ r _'-r- TIHE ISLANDER U NOV. 9. 2005 U B-9 parts area is a favorite location for com- puter builders to construct a system at bargain prices. Software specialist Sarah Keiser, along with computer specialists John and Anthony, are trained professionals on business and home software. To reach Computer Renaissance, call 753-8277. Island Mail is more Sue Normand of Island Mail and More in the Anna Maria Island Shop- ping Centre at 3230 E. Bay Drive in Holmes Beach is doing more and more these days. She's just announced that she's joining with DHL Express and Neigh- borhood Postal Centers, a national net- work of independent shipping centers, for a Thanksgiving food drive to collect canned goods and non-perishable food items to benefit America's Second Har- vest, the largest hunger-relief organiza- tion in the United States. "This Thanksgiving food drive is our chance to help ensure that everyone across America can experience the gen- erosity and spirit of sharing that charac- terizes this holiday," said Normand. "These efforts are particularly signifi- cant when so many Americans are dis- placed and in need as a result of the dev- astation caused by Hurricanes Katrina and Rita last month, and damage caused by Wilma in south Florida. "Fighting hunger is an everyday battle in the United States," she added, "and the holidays are a time to remem- ber that millions of individuals and families may not have a seat at a table to enjoy a meal." PLEASE SEE BIZ, NEXT PAGE B-10 N NOV. 9, 2005 U THE ISLANDER Island Biz CONTINUED FROM PAGE 9 The DHL Thanksgiving food drive will "help us bring hope to many of our neighbors in communities around the country this holiday season. I am most grateful for the support of DHL and Neighborhood Postal Centers on this important effort," she concluded. Items that can be donated include stuffing mix, canned vegetables and gravy, peanut butter, tuna fish, beans and other non-perishable products. Do- nations can be dropped off at Island Mail and More between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Monday through Friday and on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information on the food drive, call Sue at 778-1911. Realty raves Kamila Nowak has been appointed the senior property manager for Wedebrock Real Estate at 3224 E. Bay Drive in Holmes Beach. The company also has offices at the Beach Castle Re- sort on Longboat Key and on Siesta Key. The company also announced that the top listing agent for October at its Holmes Beach office was Gail Tuteweiler, while Susan Kasten and the team of Bruce and Jenine Meyer won the honors at the Longboat Key branch. Tuteweiler was also named the top sell- ing agent at the Holmes Beach office, while Tina Rudek won the award on Longboat Key. .. :. - ItitS *-*-"~' Mixon Fruit Farm returns Island residents Janet and Dean Mixon were all smiles at the grand reopening of the Mixon Fruit Farm Store at 2712 26th Ave. E. in Bradenton on Thursday, Nov. 3. The farm and business has been owned by the Mixon family since 1939. Islander Photo: Nancy Ambrose Island Real Estate at 6101 Marina Drive in Holmes Beach has named Alan Galletto as its top listing agent for Octo- ber, while Bob Fittro garnered the top sales agent award. Snowbirds celebrates 11th anniversary The Snowbirds Vehicle Transpor- station service is celebrating its 11th an- niversary this week. Andy Barney has been delivering "snowbird" vehicles to and from Florida destinations from the midwest for the past 20 years, including 11 with Snow- birds, and he's all geared up for this winter season. Andy transports the vehicles using an auto trailer. There are no miles added to the client's vehicle or wear and tear Welcome back to needlepoint Susan Young of "I've Been Framed" at 5203 Cortez Road W. Unit 3 is welcoming back winter visitors to her store with the announcement that she's just opened "The Needlepoint Joint" at the same location. This new facility provides hand painted needlepoint canvasses, kids' kits, stretcher bars, books, scissors, boxes, needles and many fun items for all things needle- point, she said. on the car, while the owner travels to Florida in a few hours in the luxury of a jet aircraft or passenger train. PLEASE SEE BIZ, NEXT PAGE Tww '..v AAA pow Charming 2BR/2BA Key-West style home on large lot. Quiet and private. New roof, new siding, new kitchen. Large double garage. Bonus mother-in-law suite. Lush tropical foliage. Fenced yard. Boat dock privileges. Close to bay and beaches. Stillwaters Apartments, Two Duplexes, Large Lot. Two BR, Two 1BR. Steps from the beach, 60-foot dockage on Lake LaVista. Perfect large family retreat or resort. $1,595,000 Contact: Jean Bvstrom. Broker Associate. Owner Jean Hobues Realty (941) 778-5445 E-miail jeai)bystrom@aol.com will cooperate with brokers Just visiting paradise? Thi Islander Don't leave the Island without taking time to subscribe. Visit us at 5404 Marina Dr., Island Shopping Center, Holmes Beach or call 941-778-7978. www.islander.org Old Bridge Village Bay Drive South on Sarasota Bay Two spectacular 3 b/r, 3 bath furnished apartments on Sarasota Bay. Sweeping water views with private boat slips, lap pool, garden magic. Great rooms, soaring windows, high ceilings, open plan kitchens, granite tops. Top-of-the-line appliances, baths with double sinks, walk-in closets. One block from white sand Coquina beach and historic Bridge Street shops. From $1,200,000 to $1,600,000 Tortuga Inn Beach Resort 1325 Gulf Drive North Six new condo/hotel furnished apartments for sale with construction pric- ing. 2 b/r, 2 bath furnished apartments with March 2006 Occupancy. Three resale Gulf View efficiency & 2 b/r, 2 bath furnished units with cash flow. Beach-to-Bay with boat slips, pools, spas in lush tropical garden setting. Professionally managed by Resort Quest, with excellent rates and occupancy From $475,000 to $1,600,000 Tradewinds-Resort 1603 Gulf Drive North Two extraordinary condo/hotel apartments for resale. Charming 1 b/r, 1 bath furnished apartments with immediate occupancy. Beach-to-Bay with Bay front pool and fishing pier. Professionally managed by Resort Quest, with excellent rates and occupancy From $375,000 Telphne:(91) 780150'-Comlee ifomaiononthefolowngwesit ww Slbideflgco ww.tortgain.co `ww .tradeind s-rsoro C"*WAGNER REALTY r3~11~ 1 i ~ .-I~r ~,L bIC~ i TIE ISLANDER U NOV. 9, 2005 M B-11 - Island Biz CONTINUED FROM PAGE 10 Clients' vehicles can be dropped off directly at an airport or at their house for immediate use. While parent company Bay View operates primarily in the Ohio and Michian areas, it can take clients from adjoining states. Bay View Car Company is licensed and insured. For more information, call Andy at (810) 459-4979. Island real estate sales 2312 Gulf Drive N., Unit 106, Sunset Terrace, Bradenton Beach, a 1,180 sfla / 1,340 sfur 2bed/2bath Gulfview condo built in 1982 was sold 10/20/05, Linebarier to Waterhouse for $910,000; list $925,000. 610 Concord Lane, Holmes Beach, a 1,610 sfla / 2,500 sfur 3bed/2bath/1 car canalfront pool home built in 1967 on a 95x115 lot was sold 10/18/05, Borges to Siegrist for $850,000; list $879,000. 720 Holly Road, Anna Maria, a 2,091 sfla / 3,450 sfur 5bed/3bath/2car pool home built in 1995 on a 50x105 lot was sold 10/18/05, Staebler to Povey for $825,000; list $875,000. 110 Oak Ave., Unit 110, Anna Maria Beach Cottages, Anna Maria, a 1,422 sfla / 1,449 sfur 3bed/2bath condo built in 1972 was sold 10/20/05, Raleigh In- vestments USA Inc. to Blue Moon Prop- erties Boca Raton LLC for $769,000. 607 Concord Lane, Holmes Beach, a 1,668 sfla / 2,664 sfur 3bed/2bath/2car canalfront home built in 1965 on a 95x115 lot was sold 10/21/05, Sweeny to Solaz for $765,000; list $795,000. 1421 Gulf Drive N., Unit 11, Ber- muda Bay Club, Bradenton Beach, a 1,524 sfla / 2,622 sfur 3bed/2bath condo built in 1999 was sold 10/20/05, Ingersoll to Marshall for $705,000; list $724,900. 107 Mangrove Ave., Unit 107, Anna Longboat chamber honoring volunteers Volunteers will be honored Tuesday, Nov. 15, by the chamber of commerce representing three bar- rier islands, Longboat Key, Lido Key and St. Armands Circle. The event will be a chairman's reception and "business after hours" at 5:30 p.m. at the Sarasota Classic Car Museum, 5500 N. Tamiami Trail. In addition to volunteers, it will honor committee members and fi- nancial supporters in 2005. Addi- tional information ay be obtained by calling 383-2466. Maria Beach Cottages, Anna Maria, a 806 sfla / 902 sfur 2bed/2bath condo built in 1947 was sold 10/07/05, Raleigh Investments USA Inc. to Chiles for $656,000. 109 Mangrove Ave., Unit 109, Anna Maria Beach Cottages, Anna Maria, a 870 sfla 2bed/2bath condo built in 1947 was sold 10/07/05, Raleigh Investments USA Inc. to Rucker for $639,450. 318 63rd St., Unit 7A, Island Walk, Holmes Beach, a 1,875 sfla 3bed/. 2.5bath condo built in 2005 was sold 10/ 17/05, OM Island Properties LLC to Baccari for $627,003; list $595,000. 320 63rd St., Unit 7B, Island Walk, Holmes Beach, a 1,875 sfla 3bed/ 2.5bath condo built in 2005 was sold 10/ 20/05, OM Island Properties LLC to Lee for $595,000; list $595,000. 413 Bay Palms Drive, Holmes Beach, a 1,412 sfla / 1,938 sfur 3bed/ 2bath/lcar home built in 1967 on a 80x100 lot was sold 10/17/05, Price to Fisher for $575,000. 208 Sycamore Ave., Anna Maria, a vacant 53x100 lot was sold 10/17/05, Ratcliff to Martin for $510,000; list $539,000. 512 Spring Ave., Unit 10, Siam Gar- --.-, . .".- .- -. t-. r -.-..:.--. 7 fO Featured Sale: This pool home at 720 Holly Road, Anna Maria, sold this month for $825,000 and in August 2001 for $290,000, amounting to a $535,000 increase over four years. The price per square foot is $395. Islander Photo: Jesse Brisson den Resort, Anna Maria, a 444 sfla 1 bed/ bath condo built in 1940 was sold 10/ 18/05, Siam Retreat Partners LLC to Moss for $390,000; list $390,000. 107 Mangrove Ave., Unit 107A, Anna Maria Beach Cottages, Anna Maria, a 475 sfla 1 bed/1 bath condo built in 1947 was sold 10/14/05, Raleigh In- vestments USA Inc. to Ananicz for $367,000. 107 Eighth St. S., Unit 4, Island Get- away, Bradenton Beach, a 2bed/1bath condo built in 1975 was sold 10/19/05, Island Getaway Cond Developers LLC to Berndt for $359,000; list $359,900. 109 Mangrove Ave., Unit 109A, Anna Maria Beach Cottages, Anna Maria, a 483 sfla 1 bed/1 bath condo built in 1947 was sold 10/03/05, Raleigh In- vestments USA Inc. to Brenneman for $358,000. 512 Spring Ave., Unit 9, Siam Gar- den Resort, Anna Maria, a 412 sfla 1 bed/ 1bath condo built in 1940 was sold 10/ 18/05, Siam Retreat Partners LLC to Nugent for $350,000; list $350,000. 110 Oak Ave., Unit 110G, Anna Maria Beach Cottages, Anna Maria, a 425 sfla 1bed/1bath condo built in 1947 was sold 10/04/05, Raleigh Investments USA Inc. to Wright for $323,000. 110 Oak Ave., Unit 110B, Anna Maria Beach Cottages, Anna Maria, a 425 sfla 1 bed/1 bath condo built in 1947 was sold 10/17/05, Raleigh Investments USA Inc. to Burda for $299,000. 512 Spring Ave., Unit 2, Siam Gar- den Resort, Anna Maria, a 340 sfla 1 bed/ bath condo built in 1940 was sold 10/ 18/05, Siam Retreat Partners LLC to Nugent for $240,000; list $249,000. Jesse Brisson, broker/associate at Gulf-Bay Realty of Holmes Beach, can be reached at (941) 713-4755 direct, or at Gulf-Bay (941) 778-7244. Current Island real estate transac- tions may also be viewed online at www.islander.org. Copyright 2005. Kathy Geeraerts, Realtor 778-0455 a - .reen REAL ESTATE OF ANNA MARIA ---- wwwgreenreal.com BupqiJ L, Lq, EINT1N0 VE CAN HELP! VIEWS OF THE BAY AND ROD & REEL Ai I Quiet north end location on North Bay Blvd. SNestled between beautiful Bean Point and Bayfront Park. Offered at $735,000. Call Stephanie Bell, Broker. -(941) 920-5156. "1 MLS#515508 GREAT LOCATION. GREAT BEACH ACCESS! Annd Mlaria Village.Short stroll to the beach. Clu K :__ --_. Lisled at $745,000. Call Frank Migliore S ;.-.| 778-2307 or Stephanie Bell. 920-5156. MLLS 513240. St00 T ATTENTION WATERFRONT INVESTORS! s i The Tarpon Lodge on Terra Ceia Bay. 1.3 t acres with direct access to bay and over 355 leet on the water. Asking price $1,400,000. f1 '_ .. 'For specifics call Stephanie Bell, Broker Mb;*-: 920-5156. MLS#514229. ' .,' E.RyJREVN ,.THE AREA SINCE!'f7q,'," .MI$, - , IProperty Management, Sales, Vacation Rentals office (941) 798-9191 toll free (888) 774-6880 www.surfside-realty.us SPECTA(CiL .1 C LNAL HOME Ea.. your tropical palm oasis ,...... in rls four-bedroom 2,600 sf .- h.,rc. Featuresincludegranite, "-: '. [rtEr. rtine, fireplace, pool, large i;,, Cui C L^., ,, d,,:l.. vithliftanddirectaccessto -; "Mirajtee River with no bridges I, T.LrpaBay. $699,900. COiMPLETED NEW CONSTRUCTION Beautiful 3BR/2.5BA beach bungalow with a classic coastal design. Featuresgranite, wood ... .floors, front and back balco- Ivs: i nies, pavers, pool andislocated' close to the beach. No detail overlooked. $849,000. 1E\WVS OF SPRING LAKE Elevated 2BR/1.5BA single- familyvillawithenclosedgarage and workshop below. Quiet Holmes Beach location with several tropical fruit trees and only two blocks to the beach. I Terrific second home or invest- Sment opportunity. $414,900. Kimberly Roehl, P.A. 941 447-9988 Investing in Property Leads to Opportuni www~ichalsander.CO Kim rl. oe : cha is u d rsco, . ':( rp or''v,.,I Removal of structure will provide a lovely build- ing site for two spacious townhomes. An attractive, contemporary structure is possible for the investor/builder to be creative. This is also an ideal location for a beautiful home with an attached mother-in-law or guest apartment. Located in a quiet residential neighborhood of Bay Palms subdivision, this is an opportunity to build two homes on a spacious island'lot with tropical foliage. If you "dare to be different" call, us for additional details. Asking $775,000. Now Booking 2005-2006 Winter Reservations. Choice weekly and monthly available! SINCE 1957 V "We ARE the Island!" Marie Franklin, Lic. Real Estate Broker 941 778-2259 Fax 941 778-2250. E-mail amrealty@verizon.net ....... .,Web site www..annamariareal,c.om ....... I -m - B-12 0 NOV. 9, 2005 N THE ISLANDER IUA RDIA N A I lA I 41- voA un-jt rs n e : HENRY LINK wicker dinette set, round glass-top table, four cushion-seat chairs. Seafoam green. Like new. $400. (941) 792-1209. USED FURNITURE/Holmes Beach: Glass-top dining table and six cloth chairs. Round 43-inch glass-top table and four chairs. Three piece oak desk and chair, antique hutch, two sets of night stands and floor lamps, area rugs, etc. Call Mark, (941) 447-3726. AERIAL PHOTOS of Anna Maria Island. View and purchase online: www.jackelka.com. FREE DELIVERY to your home or condo: Shrimp, crabs, native fish. Prompt delivery to your door. Call James Lee, (941) 795-1112 or 704-8421. LONGBOAT KEY HISTORY "From Calusas to Con- dominiums" by Ralph B. Hunter. Signed copies available at The Islander, 5404 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. (941) 778-7978. DOG CAGE, $40; tanning bed, new bulbs, $800. Call Paige, (941) 798-3448. ROSER THRIFT SHOP: Open 9:30am-2pm Tues- day, Thursday, 9am-noon Saturday. Xmas decora- tions and sale racks. 511 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. (941) 779-2733. TASMANIA BOUND! SALE! Great stuff. 8:30am Saturday, Nov.12. 2911 Avenue E, Holmes Beach. MOVING SALE: 9am-lpm Saturday, Nov. 12. Old wood baby crib, wood trundle bed, 1950s kitchen table, sewing machine, patio furniture, women's clothes, lady's coaster-brake bike, fabric, crafts, tools, linens, kitchen and.lots of miscellaneous. 517 67th St., Holmes Beach. Sale by Julie McClure. MOVING SALE: 9am-2pm Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 12-13. Town and Country Perico (Manatee Avenue two miles west of 75th Street). Quality items! Hardwood futon, artwork, home furnishings, LPs, clothing and more. ONLINE SERVICE: Did you know you can place classified ads and subscribe online with our secure server? Check it out at www.islander.org. Mike Norman *v Realty INC 3101 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, FL 34217 S -- (941) 778-6696 Office (941) 778-4364 Fax Kathy Caserta 1-800-367-1617 Toll-Free Realtor, GRI, CRS (941) 778-6943 Home Realtor, GRI, CRS om (941) 704-2023 Cell Location, Location, Location This elevated home features 3BR/3BA and is just steps to the beach on the north end of Anna Maria. Vaulted ceilings, tile floor and open floor plan. Glass doors to a large wooden deck. Turnkey fur- nished and rented for upcoming season. Just listed at $749,000. reen REAL ESTATE a OFANNAMARIA '-J ag Ceaetea 941 778-0455 9906 Gulf Drive Anna Maria www.greenreal.com , Ken Jackson, 778-6986 Kathy Geeraerts, 778-0072 Maureen Dahms, 778-0542 Kate Eisler, 778-5115 S .. .-- .- .. -. MOVING SALE: Holmes Beach. Near-new furni- ture. Italian bedroom set; French Provincial table and chairs; Lazyboy sofa bed with reclining chair. Fridgedaire upright commercial freezer; front-load washer/dryer, dishwasher, more. 69th Street at Gulf Drive. (941) 932-4961. SALE: NIKI'S GIFTS and Antiques, 5351 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Weekly specials. All sterling jewelry 50-70 percent off. All collectible coins 30 percent off, gifts, antiques, art, jewelry 30-90 per- cent off See our collectible Skoes, Fenton plus hand-painted, artist-signed. Open seven days, 9:30am-5pm. (941) 779-0729. LOST: MIXED-BREED, short haired, brown, 17- year-old, deaf, female dog. 620 Key Royale Dr. (941) 778-5196. FOUND: GOLD, SAND dollar earring. Corner of Foxworth and Key Royale Drive. Call (941)778-4567. KARATE ON THE Island: Ages four through adult. Call (941) 807-1734 or visit www.islanddojo.cmasdirect.com. AFFORDABLE "ALTERNATIVE" HEALTH care. Many home remedies that really work. Stress re- lief, flu relief, muscle aches, etc. The Aromaporium Bradenton Outlet Mall. West Mana- tee Avenue. (941)483-3935. Since 1998. www.aromaporium.dhsdistributors.com. REWARD FOR information in the Waterfront Restau- rant arson fire: Call the State Fire Marshal, Bureau of Fire & Arson Investigations in Tampa, (813) 890-1904. BUTTERFLY PARK BENEFIT: Purchase a personal- ized brick in the Anna Maria Island Butterfly Park. Two lines, $40. Three lines, $50. Pick up form at The Is- lander or call (941) 518-4431 for more information. FREE GUN LOCK. Yes, free. Just for the asking. Courtesy of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conserva- tion Commission. Free at The Islander newspaper. ,qBBD .^ ..... B FLAMINGO CAY- Single family 3BR/2BA canalfront home with pool. Under complete renovation. Chance to pick floor and wall coverings. MLS# 513084. Call Mike Carleton, Realtor 737-0915 or Michel Cerene, Broker 545-9591 eves. 5910 Marina Drive Holmes Beach FL 34217 Call (941) 778-0777 or Rentals 778-0770 1-800-741-3772 OPEN SEVEN DAYS A WEEK Web site: www.smithrealtors.com s1-1. - I *. Monica Hawkins Kamila Nowak Monica has recently joined Wedebrock Real Estate Company. She is certified in both relocation and Senior Representation. She is excelled in handling the special needs of the senior community and has moved families across the country for such companies as - IBM, Exxon-Mobile and major airlines. Her main concern is to first understand the clients' concerns, and then meet their needs. The Wedebrock Real Estate Company announces that Michael Giles has been appointed as the property manager for the Beach Castle Resort on Longboat Key. Michael manages the 14 bayside units and the 7 gulf side units that comprise the Beach Castle Resort, which offers daily, weekly and monthly rentals. Kamila has been appointed to the position of Senior Property Manager for the Wedebrock Real Estate Company. Kamila has been with Wedebrock for the past 2 years and now will oversee the daily operations of the Wedebrock Property Management Division. Wedebrock has been servicing the island communities since 1949 and has offices on Longboat Key, Anna Maria Island, the Beach Castle Resort and Siesta Key. REAL ESHE COMWY IA' coup., GUARDIAN AD LITEM volunteers neeaea: A guardian ad litem is a trained volunteer appointed by the court to represent and advocate for the best interest of children who-have been abused, aban- doned or neglected. Make a positive impact! Call (941) 744-9473 or visit www.12circuitgal.org. CRITTER SITTER nine years in pet care. 24 years as an Island resident. Lots of TLC for your beloved pets with in-home visits. (941) 778-6000. FOSTER PARENTS NEEDED for loving homes to foster puppies and kittens until they are old enough for adoption. All food and medical provided. Julie, (941) 720-1411. ADULT CATS in desperate need of loving homes. All are current on vaccines. All applicants screened. Please, call (941) 922-0774. KITTENS AND MOM: Five-month-old kittens, or- ange-and-white tiger, calico. Have been tested/ shots/spayed/microchipped, locally fostered. Only $35 to good home. Julie, (941) 720-1411. 1985 MERCURY COUGAR COUPE. Runs great. Must sell now. (Bought van.) $750 or best offer. Call Dolores. (941) 778-6177. 27-FOOT CARVER twin 190-hp Mercruiser. Runs great, good for fishing, Ceranfield, air conditioning, water heater, shower, head, new batteries, stereo and much more! $10,000, or best offer. (941) 778-1565. CUSTOM MARINE FIBERGLASS: Mobile unit. Ex- terior, interior. Structural, painting and gel-coat re- pair. 25 years experience, all work guaranteed. Li- censed and insured. USCG registered. Jim Hathaway, (941 )713-5462. THE ISLANDER. The best news on Anna Maria Island since 1992. Your Island r' T Getaway! ;. 2R 1BA, ligrt. bright. wonder- ..'- -. fu l. water views' ..... O-' uet parK setting, boat .access. Fish, sunbathe, dine or shop nearby. Paradise is yours now! Two-week minimum rentals. $425,000. Call Laura McGeary B 941-704-3708 LU Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate, Inc MLS Cindy Ml Jones "yy1 aGRI;,CRSiSle Associate S *DUNCAN SReal Estate, Inc. 779-0304 773-9770 S310 Pine Avenue Anna Maria Countrywide Home Loans is close by and ready to help you get the home of your dreams. Competitive rates. Local experts with the power to say "YES" to your home loan. SUp-front approval* at the time of application. A As little as no-to-low down payment options available to make qualifying easier. SLoan amounts to $6 million. 1 Construction financing available. Pam Voorhees Home Loan Consultant 401 Manatee Ave. W. Holmes Beach ..: pam_voorhees@countrywide.com S.www.pamvoorhees.com C Countrywide HOME LOANS (941) 586-8079 EQUAL HOUSING LENDER 2003 COUNTRWIIDE HOME LOANS, INC. TRADE/SERVICE MARKS ARE THE PROPERTY OF COUNTRYWIDE FINANCIAL CORPORATION AN3/OR ITS SUBSIDIARIES. AOD APPROPRIATE STATF, LFGAL. UP-FRONT APPROVAL SUBJECT TO SATISFACTORY PROPERTY REVIEW AND NO CHANGE IN FII:INCIAL CONDITION, SOME PRODUCTS MAY NOT BE AVAILABLE :1 ALL STATES. PRICES AND GUIDELINES ,:. r -.. ,,,- ,, ,' S ,1 r. . THE ISLANDER U NOV. 9. 2005 U B-13 ADI D 7I,' I :I RE. WN. ontnue KIS FR 9 RE ontnue 22-COBIA, 1999 200hp Yamaha. Less than 30 hours, like new. Port -a-potty in console. Large bimini. $21,500. (941) 761-8902. LET'S GO FISHING! Call Capt. Mike Heistand on the charter boat "Magic." Full or half day backwater fishing. USCG licensed. Ice, bait, tackle provided. (941) 723-1107. FISH FOR REDFISH, Snook and Trout with InshoreSlam.com Captain Jim Savaglio. License, bait and tackle included. (941) 238-7597 or (813) 477-7657. NOW HIRING ALL positions. Rotten hours, rotten pay. Apply at Rotten Ralph's Waterfront Restaurant, 902 S. Bay Blvd., Anna Maria, or call (941) 778-3953. MYSTERY SHOPPERS REQUIRED in Holmes Beach to audit businesses. Apply online at www.secretshopnet.com or call (403) 261-5000, ext. 449. PART-TIME: Four-six hours a day. Must be respon- sible, dependable, able to bend, lift fifty pounds, follow directions, multi-task, work independently, interact with customers, clerical experience helpful. Call (941) 778-1911. FUN JOB! ASSISTANT manager position at Curves on the island. Enthusiastic self-starter, Monday-Fri- day, 7am until 1pm. Must be detail-oriented people person, able to multi-task. Pay based on overall experience, qualifications and attitude. Fax resume to 779-2877. by Nov. 14. TITLE COMPANY SEEKS an experienced closer/ processor for expansion into Anna Maria market. Competitive salary and benefits. Send resume to Fax (813) 662-3750, or e-mail kambrosino@integrityft.com. $10 HOUR FULLTIME: Call Jim, Longboat Hard- ware, (941) 383-1313. ************t***.******* ****** SBAYVIEW DUPLEX! VW'hat a deal! This duplex comes * SIth lot across street on Sara- * z.. Bay! Enjoy these open .................water views from your 3BR/ * S.~,A duplex and rent out the *I ^. IBR/1BA. Super location on * S- .,' q' set street with boat docks and s:..me updating. Can be single . lanily home 4BR/4BA or re- * ain duplex. Call for more * inl:o! Offered at: $969,000 * ISLAND CONVENIENCE STORE WITH GAS * * Super opportunity to own Island business! * SOffered at: $199,500 & Inventory. "- Deborah Thrasher * :. '; /RE/MAX Excellence 1 * fK-::Ael (941)518-7738 * *I (941) 383-9700 *DebMThrash@aol.com n * * *"* ** *** *** **-* *-*-""** * FLORAL DESIGNER: Part-time, minimum three years professional experience. Contact Island Flo- rist, Birgit or Herbert, (941) 778- 4751. ORGANIZED, COMPUTER literate and energetic front-desk person needed for busy resort on Anna Maria Island. Good communication skills and pleas- ant personality required. Applicant must have work- ing knowledge of Microsoft Office. Excellent ben- efits. Fax resume to: ResortQuest Vacation Home Network, (941) 778-6748. BUSY BISTRO hiring full- or part-time hostess and servers for lunch, Sunday brunch and dinner. Wednesday-Sunday. Dishwasher prep person needed, will train. Apply to Chef Damon, 5406 Ma- rina Drive, Holmes Beach, or call (941) 778-5320. ALL KITCHEN POSITIONS: Sous chef, prep, dish- washer will train right person. Apply to Chef Damon, 5406 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, or call (941) 778-5320. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Meet interesting people, learn the history of the Island. Anna Maria Island Historical Museum, 402 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. (941) 778-0492. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Tingley Memorial Li- brary. Duties include checking books in/out, reshelving, and generally assisting library patrons. Call Eveann Adams, (941) 779-1208. SPENCER'S SKIM SCHOOL for beginners and in- termediates. Free skimboard use with lessons. $10 per half-hour lesson, three lessons recommended. Local teen, team competitor. Call (941) 778-0944. BABYSITTER: Responsible 10th-grader, great with kids, first-aid certified. Charlotte, (941) 756 5496. NEED A BABYSITTER? Call Felicia, (941) 761- 1569. Red Cross certified. NEED A BABY-SITTER, pet-sitter or dog walker? 13-year-old eighth-grade girl, very responsible. '. .... .* ,, .-. .. .* NEW GULFFRONT LISTING Spaci ous walerfrorn condo in beau -'m "ilully maintained compl te withdNv6. S sn r.- .. pools, right on the beach Step 6" L" .'-i your door for a stroll! Open flo' plan ..i*th lots of sunlight and win- do..,.i 2B.'2B. plus utility room and undercc'er parking Og ulr.:.:.mrr .plex. rei clos e t.:. re. aroians ond s'hoppiril' $890 000 Call Sue Carlson 941-720-2242 An Island Place Real 4 I Pine Ave Anna Maria Great with animals and kids. Call Kendall, (941) 779-9783. WANT AN IRISH baby-sitter? Responsible, expe- rienced 15-year old. Red Cross babysitting and first- aid certified. Call Gemma, (941) 447-9657. SANDBAGS DELIVERED: Be prepared. Local teen will make and deliver sandbags to your Island resi- dence. Spencer, (941) 778-0944 to order. DOG WALKER, PET sitter, child sitter and odd jobs. Tenth-grader, available after school and weekends. Zach, (941) 779-9783. BABYSITTING, RED Cross first-aid and babysitter certified. Call Alex, (941) 778-5352. CNA NURSING CARE: Housecleaning, cooking,doctor appointments. Local references. $18/hour. (941) 778-4284 or (941) 705-1191. LOCAL CAREGIVER: I can offer loving, reliable, live-in care for your loved one. Excellent references. Please, call (239) 595-9964. Thank you. CAREGIVER: ABLE TO live in, can travel, very de- pendable and honest. Good references. Non- smoker/drinker. Experienced with Alzheimer pa- tients. (941) 744-0800 or 812-8948. CAREGIVER.AVAILABLE: 42 years experience, area references. NO LIFTING. (941) 746- 9246. Leave message. MAN WITH SHOVEL Plantings, natives, patio gar- dens, trimming, clean-up, edgings, maintenance. Hard-working and responsible. Excellent refer- ences. Edward (941) 778-3222. LET US DRIVE YOU! Shopping, medical appoint- ments, airports, cruise ports. Flat rates. Sunshine Car Service. Serving the Islands. (941) 778-5476. CHECK US OUT.AT www.islander.org ! AMY GORDAN ",' REALTOR Dedicated to service Expertise in renovation and rehabilitation properties. Island, waterfront and area Lifestyle specialist. 7! E7 The JEWEL of Gulf Coast Real Estate SContact Amy for all of your S REAL ESTATE needs! 941-779-1811 1501 Gulf Drive NortihBd o e PRIME LOCATIONS AVAILABLE! JUST REDUCED! DUPLEX ON 13,728 SF LOT R-2 $799,000! Currently 6BR/4BA duplex. Build two land condos across from Island Walk. GREAT VALUE! HOUSE &-DEEDED BOAT SLIP Great winter residence or potential to build up. Open and bright, room for a pool, just three short blocks from the beach and steps from your boat slip. $575,000. IMMACULATE KEY WEST STYLE HOME Quiet location on a great cul-de-sac just three blocks from the beach. 3BR/2BA, screened deck, eat-in kitchen, dining room, office area, rec room, workshop, oversized two-car garage, room for a large pool, great location! $875,000. LONGBOAT KEY CANALFRONT Elevated 3BR/2BA home with wonderful open-beam ceilings, new flooring, new dock, short walk to the beach, botanical park and restaurant. Hurry! $779,000. CENTRAL LOCATION IN ANNA MARIA Completely renovated throughout, beautiful tongue-and-groove cathedral ceil- ings, great attention to detail, large garage with room for water toys! $765,500. The Sfibsten AbA. Team ^v Heather Absten, P.A. 'PROFESSIONAL REALTORS. Jennifer Absten, P.A. 941-807-4661- 941-345-7002 .ea. er;~it. yao.o PROFESSIONAL RESULTS. Jenn'ferAbsten@:nsn.com 4 - SALES & RENTALS 419 Pine Ave., Anna Maria FL 34216 PO Box 2150 (941) 778-2291 EVENINGS 778-2632 FAX (941) 778-2294 fiCaslerpiece ComrJe/e ii, *, CAPTIVATING S' ISLAND HIDEAWAY .. ;r. e . ,,., This inviting, recently remodeled 2BR.'2BA Caribbean-siyle hideaway " is lucked away on a lushly land- scaped lot located within a short stroll of the wonderful bay beach and 1. friendly Rod & Reel Pier. The heated, kidney-shaped swimming pool offers a restful retreat in a tropical oasis. Other wonderful features of this distinc- tive home include Mexican tile floors, spacious split bedroom design, built- in bookcases, warm tongue-in-groove ceilings. Hunter ceiling fans, brand new eat-in kitchen with quality appliances and tile backsplash, and new electrical service and plumbing. The tropical landscaping includes bamboo, banana, frangipani, oleander, areca and coconut palms and a beautiful sea hibiscus. Truly a happy and restful retreat! Priced at $875,000. ........ .... Visit our Web site at www.betsyhills.com I B-14 E NOV. 9, 2005 E THE ISLANDER ANNA MARIA ISLAND SiinCoast REAL ESTATE LLC GULFFRONT HOME & GUEST COTTAGE 3BR/2.5BA and 1BR/1BA guest house. Secluded, on one of Anna Maria's finest beaches. Nicely renovated, furnished, vaulted ceiling. French doors, fireplace,security shut- ters, garage. Private enclave for family or guests. $3,650,000. BIMINI BAY BAYFRONT HOME 4BR/3BA. Custom kitchen, ceramic tile, master bedroom/fireplace and jacuzzi. Brick patio, heated pool, lush landscaping. Two docks/davits, sprinkler system/well. Hurri- cane film, two-car garage/reinforced door. $1,975,000. PERICO ISLAND CONDO 2BR/2BA turnkey furnished. Close to Island beaches. Heated pool, tennis, clubhouse/ fitness room. Carport. Short drive to shop- ping and restaurants. $359,000. NORTH POINT HARBOUR 2BR/2BA Canal home. New seawall. Dock, boat lift. Direct access to Intracoastal waterway. Vaulted ceiling, eat-in kitchen, ceramic tile, community pool and tennis. $1,249,000. KEY ROYALE CANALFRONT 3BR/3BA home with direct access to Tampa Bay. Renovated kitchen, master suite opens onto large, caged pool. Low maintenance yard, fruit trees, dock, tile roof. $895,000. HOLMES BEACH GULFFRONT HOME Gorgeous home with incomparable Gulf views. Renovated. Large GULFFRONT lot. Inground pool, decking, beautifully land- scaped, fruit trees. Miles of walking beach: Spectacular! $4,950,000. GULFFRONT WATER'S EDGE 2BR/2A Gulffront condo. Turnkey furnished. Updated. ceramic tile. Excellent mid-Island location. Pool, secured lobby, under-building parking. $995,000. ISLAND'S FINEST COMMUNITY 4BR/3BA waterfront home in North Point Harbour. Lap pool, wvaterfall and hot tub. New. seawall, dock, fruit trees, vaulted ceil- ing, deck, French doors. Multi-car garage.. $1,249.000. GULFFRONT HOLMES BEACH CONDO 1BR/1.5BA seaside beach house condo. Turn- key furnished. Sautillo tile. Gorgeous view of the Gulf Beautiful beach. Excellent rental. $799,900. ANNA MARIA GULFFRONT HOME 4BR/3BA in Anna Maria city. Miles of beau- tiful walking beach. Gulf side deck and gazebo. Riparian rightc. Area of renewal and new housing. View of Gulf, bay, Egmont Key and Skyway bridge from upper deck. $2,650,000. GULF PLACE CONDO 3BR/2BA Central Holmes Beach turnkey furnished condo. Views of Gulf Tennis, heated pool, beautiful beach. Excellent rental with liberal rental policy. Very nice complex. $997,500. WONDERFUL WESTBAY COVE 2BR/2BA condo. Light, bright corner unit. Close to pool. Ceramic tile, shutters and glass enclosed lanai. Near bank, doctors, shopping and restaurants. $399,900. ANNUAL RENTALS From $700 / month SEASONAL RENTALS Condos/Homes: $500 week / $1,000 month 779-0202 (800) 732-6434 ANNA MARIA HMiS Siii Coast REAL ESTATE LLC Island Shopping Center 5402 Marina Drive Holmes Beach, Florida 34217 *, www.suncoastinc.com .... . -,. ,:..: . GREAT CANALFRONT VALUE IN LONGBOAT KEY 3BR/2BA home with wonderful open-beam ceilings, new flooring, new dock, no bridges to bay. Short walk to beach, botanical park and a great restaurant. Build up for bay views! $789,000. GREAT LOCATION! IMMACULATE HOME! 3BR/2.5BA home just three blocks from the beach on a highly desirable-cul-de-sac. Screened deck, eat-in kitchen, office nook, rec room, workshop, huge garage and room for a great pool in a wonderful neighborhood. Must see! 875,000. GREAT VALUE! HOME WITH DEEDED BOAT SLIP Ground 'level 2BR/1BA home in a quiet neighborhood. Bright and airy with an open floor plan. Short walk to the beach and just steps from your boat. Great winter residence or investment/ renovation potential. Priced to sell at $575,000. BRADENTON LOT 53x118 lot on Riverview Boulevard. Views of the river and convenient to everything. Owner has plans to build a 5,040 sf under roof boasting 3,243 sf under air home on the lot. Can choose builder, price is for lot. $385,000. .!. .. INVESTOR ALERT! 13.7. ?8 dupli-:. I:,1 ln irr, tionruie a recently renovated duplex. Don't miss this one! 6BR/4BA and plenty of room for TWO pools! Call today for more details! $799,000. 'M Y ;- .' ,T..-' ." ..- MOVE RIGHT IN Enjo.y Island li,,rq in ir,, Deii ulully' remodeled home located in Anna Maria. Granite counter tops; wood floors, brand new carpet. Move right in. $765,000. Two spacious and tastefully decorated sun-filled units upstairs- and 2,400 sf of bonus storage with garages below. A very short walk to a beautiful beach! All combine to make this a coastal living classic. $925,000. 200 FEET TO THE. BEACH! Spacious 2BR/2BA turnkey furnish condo in small friendly complex. Heated pool, rooftop sundeck with great views, excellent rental history with no rental restrictions! A must see. $599,000. Ii- .*A Simply the Best no,) -S -. GULF SANDS CONDOMINIUM 'Two units available! 2BR/2BA direct Gulffront units, heated pool, open porches to enjoy sunsets and a great location! Turnkey furnished. $869,000 each. .. .. 'T '- EXCEPTIONAL,-BRAND NEW 3BR/3BA with heated pool. Turnkey furnished, two-car garage, beau- tiful interior, corner lot. $899,900. GULF FRONT Directly on the beach with a broad vista. This 3BR/2BA house is turnkey furnished and aa great seasonal rental. $2,250,000. BAYFRONT Large 2BR/2BA with mother-in-law apartment. New dock and sailboat water. Zoned duplex. Over 10,000 sf. $1,275,000. ~F~i~' 2l ^. * KEY ROYALE Faces bayou. Remodeled 3BR/2BA, tile throughout, new carpet in bedrooms, new appli- ances, new kitchen and bathrooms. Canal end. Very large lot for expansion or pool. $849,000. FABULOUS GULFFRONT At ri:rth enrd i.ith spectacular views of Gulf, dunes and seaoats. Very large 2BR/3BA, 2,400'sf. S'. -- ... ,. ;.. :.* ; 9 .-, "- ,.*-. .. CUTE AS A BUTTON Remodeled 2BR/2BA. Short walk to beach. Tile floors throughout, large - living room and heated pool. $665,000. CORTEZ VILLAGE Adorable cottage located in historic fishing village. Hardwood floors. Large garage/workshop. Rarely available ... don't delay! 335,000. Mike 800-367-1617 Norman T -3101 7GULF DRIVE Realty IHOLMES BEACH www.mikenormanrealty.com THE ISLANDER 0 NOV. 9. 2005 B B-15 A E R C 4A I E9DS Continued. Continue Continue COMPUTER OBEDIENCE TRAINING. Is your computer misbehaving? Certified computer service and private lessons. Special $40/hour. Free advice. (941) 545-7508. ISLAND PRESSURE CLEANING for great results, wash away mildew, dirt, salt. Thorough, reasonable, reliable. Free estimates, licensed, insured. (941) 778-0944. CONNECT-ICON Your local computer specialist. Experienced certified technician for communication electronics offers wireless and cable networks, up- grades, maintenance, repairs, tutoring and training. Call Robert, (941) 778-3620. CALL DAN'S RESCREEN for your free estimate to- day. Affordable rates, quality work guaranteed. Pool cages, lanais, windows, doors. Call (941) 713-5333. SANDY'S CLEANING SERVICE: Exceptional cleaning and decorating island references avail- able. For unbeatable service, call 798-9484. CLEANING BY HELENE: Honest, reliable. Excel- lent references. Reasonable rates. Free estimates, call (941) 730-4477. SOLAR TINTING AND security films. Commercial, auto, residential, marine, aero. We do it all. Call Carma today for a free phone estimate. (941) 730-0303. SCOTT'S HELPING HANDS: Handyman service. How.may I help you? 306-9767. AUTO TRANSPORT:. Responsible man in his early 50s with great driving record available to drive your car to Florida. (314)567-6478. APPLIANCE & AC DOCTORS: We repair air con- ditioners, refrigerator, washer/dryer, oven, garbage disposal, other household items. Honest, depend- able. 20-plus years experience. (941) 650-9293. PROFESSIONAL I.T. SERVICES: Complete com- puter solutions for business and home. Installation, repairs, upgrades, networking, Web services, wire- less services. Richard Ardabell, network engineer, (941) 778-5708, or cell (216) 509-1945. - o- w o. 1 .. .' '. Ne\i 3BR/2.5 BA home on large lot in quiet north- \\est Bradenton neighborhood. Lots of upgrades. $59,.000. Call Greg at 720-(i:93 for all the detail.- Qiuality Come.Home to Quality DESIRABLE BEAN POINT! :.... '- :. 8 . Rare 5BR/3.5BA, across from beach access with spacious, open floor plan. Large kitchen with breakfast bar. Master suite on main floor. Tile floors, screened lanai and a large open deck great for tanning! C...erizedC fou.r-car garage. $1,240,000, Larry Albert Tropic Broker- Realtor p'te 725-1074 OperS MUSIC LESSONS! Flute, saxophone, clarinet. Begin- ning to advanced. Contact Koko Ray, (941) 792-0160. MR. BILL'S HOME REPAIR/maintenance service. Over 30 years experience, self-employed in con- struction trades. "I'm handy to have around." (941) 778-4561. ACTION BOBCAT SERVICE: Grading, backfilling, hauling, and more! ActionBobcatService @tampabay.rr.com. http:\\web.tampabay.rr.corm\abs123. (941) 746-2564. BEACH SERVICE air conditioning, heat, refrigera- tion. Commercial and residential service, repair and/or replacement. Serving Manatee County and the Island since 1987. For dependable, honest and personalized service, call William Eller, (941) 795- 7411. CAC184228. ANYONE CAN TAKE a picture. A professional cre- ates a portrait. I want to be at your wedding! www.jackelka.com. (941) 778-2711. NADIA'S EUROSAGE Relaxing, healing massage in the comfort of your home. Call today for an ap- pointment, (941) 795-0887. MA#0017550. TILE AND MOSAIC custom installation, 2'0 years experience. References available. For a reasonable price, call Sebastian, (941) 704-6719. CONNIE'S LANDSCAPING INC. Residential and commercial. Full-service lawn maintenance, land- scaping, cleanup, hauling and more! Insured. (941) 778-5294. ISLAND LAWN SPRINKLER service and repair. If it is broken, we can fix it. Free estimates. Senior discount. Call (941) 778-2581 or 962-6238. JR'S LANDSCAPING AND MAINTENANCE Lawns, native plants, mulching, trimming, hauling, cleanup. Island resident 25 years. Call (941) 807-1015. PROFESSIONAL LANDSCAPE DESIGN and in- stallation. Huge selection of plants, shrubs and trees. Irrigation. Everything Under the Sun Garden Centre, 5704 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. (941) 778-4441. LTD MORTGAGE INC. The Oldest Mortgage Co. on Anna Maria Island Linda G. Davis. Ted E. Davis Licensed Mortgage Brokers Conforming and jumbo loans. 1st and 2nd mortgages. S* No closing cost home equity lines of credit. 100% purchase money mortgages. Residential and commercial mortgages. Private money available for those 'ha Icl-~e rk~l_~ '"*;i".! d' r 1 ~9b- a F ii o-place loans. (941) 779-2113 502 72nd Street Holmes Beach SHELL DELIVERED and spread. $42/yard. Haul- ing: all kinds of gravel, mulch, top soil with free es- timates. Call Larry at (941) 795-7775, "shell phone" (941) 720-0770. KARAZ LANDSCAPE Lawn Service. Mulch, clean- ups, power washing, tree trimming and more. City of Anna Maria resident. Cell (941) 448-3857. NATURE'S DESIGN LANDSCAPING. Design and installation. Tropical landscape specialist. Residen- tial and commercial. 30-years experience. (941) 729-9381. STRAIGHT SHOT LANDSCAPE: Installs, clean- ups, shell, rock, palms, aquascapes, tree work. Truck for hire, move anything. Shark Mark (941) 727-5066. VAN-GO PAINTING residential/commercial, inte- rior/exterior, pressure cleaning, wallpaper. Island references. Bill, (941) 795-5100. JOE UNGVARSKY CONSTRUCTION Remodeling contractors. In-house plan designs. State licensed and insured. Many Island references. (941) 778- 2993. License #CRC 035261. INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR PAINTING free esti- mates. 35-year Island resident. Call Jim Bickal at (941) 778-1730. CHRISTIE'S PLUMBING Island and off-Island ser- vice since 1975. Repairs and new construction. Free estimates, no overtime charges. Now certify- ing back flow at water meters. (FL#RF0038118) (941) 778-3924 or 778-4461. TILE TILE TILE. All variations of ceramic tile sup- plied and installed. Quality workmanship, prompt,. reliable, many Island references. Call Neil, (941) 726-3077. ROOFING REPAIRS and replacements. Remodel- ing, repairs, additions, screen rooms, kitchens, baths. Free estimates. License #CGC061519, #CCC057977, #PE0020374. Insured. Accepting MasterCard/Visa. (941) 720-0794. -:, ..._ _;_,M:11. _.14 1- , Brand new! Move in now! No long construction wait. Beautifully appointed large 2BR on lake near pool. $347,0( Call Bobye Chasey, Chasey Realty. 941-713-1277 *-..- '~ \" :e -. . sk ,perso j ,-, out orreiee SAN REMO 1BR/1BA Perfect for the WESTBAY POINT & MOORINGS NEW TOWNHOME Very spacious single person just starting out or retiree. WOW! Drop dead gorgeous bay views. 3BR/2BA with two-car garage. Town- Just 2.5 miles to the beach. Ceramic New tile and carpeting. Turnkey fur- home recently built. $749,000. Quentin tile throughout. $138,000. Cindy Grazer nished, spotless, Mr. & Mrs. Clean live Talbert, 778-4800. 778-4800. here. $585,000. Cindy Gazar 778-4800 or Dick Maher 448-0758. . L_--.- -1 a .. ''" ;-. -- ..A. ..... -~~fsr4I 1111 or ORUW', COCONUTS 1BR/1BA poolside turn- WILDWOOD SPRINGS Spacious DON'T MISS THIS ONE! Completely key furnished unit with Gulf view. Only updated 2BR/2BA condo, ceramic tile laid remodeled island duplex. 3BR/2BA on both steps to the beach! Impeccably main- on the diagonal, glassed-in lanai, lush sides. Beautiful ceramic tile throughout this trained for your most discriminating buyer, manicured grounds and heated pool. Night breezy floorplan. Kitchens and baths newly $539,900. Mary Burke, 778-4800. security a plus. $259,000. Call Nicole updated, too.Turhkeyfumishedwith newpool. ., Skaggs,.778-4800 .. $1,400,000. Call Oave'Jenes at 713-4800: B-16 N NOV. 9, 2005 TIIE ISLANDER Sandy's Lawn Service Inc. Sandy' Established in 1983 Lawn Celebrating 23 Years of Se iQe Duality & Dependable Service. e Call us for your landscape 7784 345 and hardscape needs. Licensed & Insured Paradise Improvements 778-4173 Kitchen and Bath Remodeling Specialist Replacement Doors and Windows Steven Kaluza Andrew Chennault S Fully Licensed and Insured Island References Lic#CBC056755 -WAGNELQ REALTY . "- 2 217 Ctl,'" DDIVEi : INOIn T I IA.'NrM ON 1ACII. l 4217 oIr\(. 193) HADOLD (SMALL REALTOR - Office: (941) 778-2246 792- 8628 " E-m ail: i ar .li ..l ..I il-:r, ijl|, :. I ISLAND LUMBER ANO HARDWARE 213 54th St., Holmes Beach 778-3082 OPEN: MONDAY thru FRIDAY 7:30 to 5 SATURDAY 8 to 12 US A FENCE ALL Specializing WHITE VINYL FENCE CRC016172 941-750 -:-941 75 ADMIN ASST. needed part-time for busy Holmes Beach real estate team. Detail oriented, excellent organizational skills, computer and interpersonal skills a must. Need to be a self starter, able to multi task with little supervision. Pay commensurate with experience. E-mail resume to teampinnaclefl@yahoo.com. www.islander.org Ready to 1uild? You would want a good set of plane! Sunceast Residential Design Quick Service Fair Prices *Excellent Work Additions are our specialty 25 years experience 448-5602 We service all makes/Flat rate pricing Free replacement estimates Indoor air quality-UV, Hepa, Duct sanitizing * Maintenance (941) 746-4191 OCEAN-AIRE CONDITIONING, INC. 1 0 CAC1814449 Anyor.L can tIai. a plct)'ll A protfessliil,, creates 1 p r 0 ir)'rt[ ?^ ELKA PHOTOG AFHICS 941-778-2711 - iW.,.jackilka: .ci n I I'.- LS 6 4 d El- onti n CUSTOM RENOVATION/RESTORATION expert. All phases of carpentry, repairs and painting. In- sured. Member of Better Business Bureau. Paul Beauregard, (941) 779-2294. KEN & TINA DBA Griffin's Home Improvements Inc. Handyman, fine woodwork, countertops, cabinets and shutters. Insured and licensed, (941) 748-4711. TILE, CARPET, LAMINATE supplied and installed. Why pay retail? Island resident, many references. Free estimates, prompt service. Steve Allen Floor Coverings. (941) 792-1367, or 726-1802. JERRY'S HOME REPAIR: Carpentry work, handy- man, light plumbing, electrical, light hauling, pres- sure washing and tree trimming. Call (941) 778- 6170 or 447-2198. ISLAND HOME IMPROVEMENTS and repairs: Specializing in interior renovations. No project is too large or too small! References, 20 years experi- ence. (941) 538-3520 or 448-1956. WINDOW SHADES, BLINDS, shutters and more. Lifetime warranty. Call Keith Barnett for a free in- home consultation. Island references, 15 years ex- perience. (941) 778-3526 or 730-0516. TOM'S WINDOWS/Metro Home Supply Inc. Pro- fessional-grade doors, windows, hurricane protec- tion, siding, soffits. Sales, service, repair. Visa/ MasterCard. (941) 359-3799. THIRTY-SIX YEARS craftsman experience. Inte- rior, exterior, doors, stairs, windows and trim. Pres- sure wash. Driveway paint. Dan Michael, master carpenter. Call 518-3316.or 778-6898. HOME IMPROVEMENT SERVICE: Bill MacCaughern. Repairs, renovations, kitchens, bathrooms, decks. Masonry, tile. 30 years experi- ence. Yes, I do show up! (941) 778-3904. CARL V. JOHNSON JR. Inc. building contractor. New homes, additions, renovations. Quality work and fair prices. Call (941) 795-1947. Lic#RR0066450. RENTALS available weekly, monthly, seasonal. Wedebrock Real Estate Co., (941) 778-6665 or (800) 749-6665. SEASONAL RENTAL: Holmes Beach, 4BR (two master suites)/3BA, house on canal. Two minutes to beach. Heated pool, dock, cable TV, washer/ dryer, garage, designer furnished with tropical yard' setting. One of the finest rentals on Island. $1,600/ weekly or $6,000/monthly. Call 713-0034 or e-mail: gamiller@tampabay.rr.com. GULFFRONT CONDOS: 3BR/2BA, 2BR/2BA, 1 BR/1 BA with breathtaking-sunsets. Pools, Jacuzzi, walk to shops and restaurants. Available weekly, monthly, seasonal. (901) 301-8299 or e-mail captko462@aol.com. SANDPIPER RESORT on Gulf Drive: 55-plus com- munity, fully equipped 1BR/1BA beachhouse with greatroom and kitchen. Brand new! Steps to the beach or Intracoastal. All utilities including trash, except phone. Rent weekly to annually. No pets. (317) 873-3307. WEEKLY RENTALS: Alecassandra villa, 1 BR/1 BA, $700/week; Island duplex, 2BR, $800/week; Gulffront cottage, 2BR, $1,000/week; Bradenton Beach Club, 2BR/2BA, $1,400/week. Please call Kim Fisher, Wagner Realty, (941) 778-2246. www.wagnerrealty.com. COMMERCIAL SPACE: 1,600 sf on Gulf Drive, next to Holmes Beach shopping center. Available now. (941) 778-2694. NEW ULTRA LUXURY Gulffront condo in Holmes Beach: 3BR/2.5BA, everything top-of-the-line. 2,000 sf. $2,500-$2,800/week. Call Mike, (866) 869- 0824. www.mcbproperties.com. SEASONAL OR WEEKLY cottage-style rentals. 1BR/1BA or 2BR/1BA with pool. Walk to beach, shopping, restaurants. (941) 778-3426. Web site 2spinnakers.com. ANNA MARIA ISLAND Club: Beachfront condo, 2BR/2BA, fully equipped. Anna Maria Island, Florida. Available all year. (317) 873-3307. BRADENTON BEACH: Newly remodeled 1 BR/1 BA suite with full kitchen, fully furnished, one block from Bridge Street, three-minute walk to beach. Sleeps four only. No pets. Available weekly, monthly or seasonal.. (941) 776-3696"* R.". Tif.W... * bjustin628@tampabay.rr.com. SEASONAL RENTAL: Brand new Bradenton Beach 3BR/3BA plus office, steps to beach. Balco- nies with ocean and bay views, elevator, 8-person Jacuzzi, granite counters, marble floors and baths, Jacuzzi in master, washer/dryer, designer fur- nished, fully equipped. One of the finest rentals on Island. $4800/ monthly 813-277-4336. VACATION RENTALS: 2BR apartments across from beautiful beach, $375 to $500/week. Winter and spring dates available. Almost Beach Apart- ments, (941) 778-2374. SEASONAL FURNISHED new home in Anna Maria. Elevated 3BR/2BA. Available now through April. One block to beach. (813) 251-9201. BEACH LIVING: SEASONAL, Furnished 2BR/2BA. Utilities included. Gulf views and large decks. (941) 505-1962. WE ARE BOOKING rentals for 2006. Wide variety of condos/houses starting at $1,500/month. Annual rental; Perico Bay Club, 2BR/2BA condo, pool/ten- nis, small pet OK, $1,000/month; 3BR/2BA villa, two-car garage, small pet OK, new carpet, $1,700/ month; 305 66th St., 2BR/1.5BA duplex on stilts, pet OK, $975/month. SunCoast Real Estate, (941) 779- 0202. www.suncoastinc.com. BAYVIEW TERRACE, Bradenton Beach: 2BR/1 BA condo, second floor, completely furnished. Three- month minimum rental. (708) 562-1601. SEASONAL: HOLMES BEACH, 2BR/1BA ground- level duplex, completely furnished. One house from the Gulf. No pets, nonsmoking. (813) 689-0925, or e-mail HLMSBCHRNTL@AOL.COM. THE PALMS: 1BR/BA, pet friendly. $800/month, first, last, deposit. Available now! 1813 51st St., A Paradise Realty, (941) 778-4800. BRADENTON BEACH DUPLEX: 2BR/1BA on Intracoastal, boat dock, short walk to beach. Mod- ern with large rooms. $1,000/month, first, last and deposit. (727) 784-3679. 2BR/2BA ANNUAL: $1,200/month,'first, last and se- curity. References and lease required. Pet OK. Heated pool, washer/dryer, fenced, yard care. 201A Peacock Lane, Holmes Beach. (941) 778-0473. GULFFRONT RESIDENCE: PRIME Holmes Beach location. Available seasonally, November-April 2006.-Renovated 2BR/2.5BA private residence in quiet area of Island with open floor plan and large terrace overlooking the Gulf. From $1,750/week with discounted monthly rate. Call Dave at (941) 720-0089. RUNAWAY BAY: Seasonal condo, 1BR/1BA, beau- tifully decorated, ground floor washer and dryer. Pool, tennis, golf clubs. October to January 15 and April, 2006. (941) 778-9378. ANNUAL RENTAL: COTTAGE in historic village. 2BR/1BA, new appliances, well landscaped, private backyard with vine-covered arbor/patio. Short walk to Island and free Island trolley. $890/month. Call Mike Norman Realty, (941) 778-6696. SEASONAL OR MONTHLY: 3BR/2BA condo on Palma Sola Bay with seawall and dock. Furnished with kitchen, linens and, all appliances. $2,750/ month. Call (863) 557-7809. NOVEMBER SPECIAL: STEPS to beach. Holmes Beach, large 1 BR/2BA. Tile, washer/dryer, kitchen, courtyard. Only $350/week. Call (941) 778-1098. Available from Commercial News Providers" . --------ir I RENTAL, FURNISHED TOWNHOUSE. 2BR/2BA. Boat dock and heated pool. Available right now for November and December 2005. $600/week, $1,500/month. Real Estate Mart, (941) 756-1090. ANNUAL CONDO MARTINIQUE NORTH, fifth floor, 1BR/1.5BA. Gulffront. Condo approval re- quired. No pets and no smoking. Annual Single Family: Unique 3BR/2BA north-end home, 2,600 sq. ft. Just steps to the beach. Pool coming soon. No smokers. Lawn and pool included. Annual Single-Family: 2BR/1BA, steps to Tampa Bay. Lawn included. No pets and no smokers. Call Mike Carleton (941) 737-0915, or Smith Realtors (941) 778-0777. ANNUAL RENTAL: 2BR/1BA two blocks south of Rod & Reel Pier! $900/month. Call An Island Realty. (941) 779-0733.f SEASONAL RENTAL: 2BR/2BA. Luxury duplex in Holmes Beach..Steps to beach. $700/week. $2,300/month. Available Nov. 1, 2005, until Jan. 2, 2006. (941) 778-7741. ANNUAL CORTEZ 1BR, storage, carport, near boat ramp. $635/month/ Phone (941)778-2710. af- ter 10 am. PRIVATE COTTAGE WITH shared dock, Old Florida-style 2BR/1BA, screened porch, deck, fenced yard. Half block to beach. Pet OK. Week, month, season. (941) 485-1874. ANNUAL RENTAL: Charming 2BR/2BA elevated duplex in Bradenton Beach. High ceilings, clean, one block to beach, no pets. $875/month. (941) 778-4665 or 725-2549. ANNUAL RENTAL: One block from beach! 2BR apartment in Holmes Beach near shops and trolley stop. $1,200/month. Utilities included. Please call (917) 842-5892 to schedule an appointment. Ap- pointments are available Saturdays only. ANNUAL RENTAL: PERICO Bay Club. 3BR/2BA villa, two-car garage, fresh paint, new carpet, srall pet OK, heated pool/tennis/gated community. $1,700/month. Suncoast real estate, (941) 779- 0202. www.suncoastinc.com, BEAUTIFUL 2BR/2BA condo near Anna Maria. Adult community. Faces heated pool, canal view, fully furnished, washer/dryer, cable. Available Janu- ary. Three-month minimum. (269) 271-7410. GULFFRONT DUPLEX: Second floor, 2BR/1BA, newly updated, open floor-plan, 12-by-12 deck. Holmes Beach, close to shopping, restaurants, lush gardens. $900week, $3,200/month. (941) 778-0905. ANNUAL RENTAL: 2BR/2BA recently remodeled, elevated duplex in Holmes Beach, less than one block to beach. $1,100/month. Call Island Real Estate, (941) 778-6066. ANNUAL RENTAL: 1BR/1BA. Recently remodeled on canal. Four-plex in Holmes Beach, less than a block to beach. $750/month. Call Island Real Es- tate, (941) 778-6066. ANNUAL RENTAL: 2BR/2BA single-family home in Holmes beach, less than one block to beach. $1,500/month, furnished. Call Island Real Estate, 778-6066. ALMOST ON BEACH: 3BR/2BA house west of Gulf Drive. Beautiful house available now! $3,900/ month. (941) 778-8660. SEASONAL RENTAL: Available December, Janu- ary, February, March and April. Cheerful, 1 BR/1 BA, non-smoking apartment. North-end Anna Maria Is- land. $1,700/month, plus tax. (941) 778-5445. 1BR/BA 700-sf apartment ,150 feet from bay. In- cludes water, trash, cable. Available Nov. 15. $800 (949) 813-4900. SEASONAL FURNISHED new home in Anna Maria. Elevated 2BR/2BA. Available now through April. One block to beach. (813) 251-9201. GULFFRONT CONDO for rent: Martinique South, 2BR/2BA, pool, tennis, walk to stores and restau- rants. Magnificent views. Available April 2006. (941) 778-6288. SEASONAL, VACATION, Gulf beach apartments. Choice of one, two or three bedrooms. Fully equipped. Enclosed porch, sun deck, patio. Tropi- cal setting. Owner, (941) 778-3143. SEASONAL RENTAL: Cottage with 2BR/2BA and den in waterfront complex, 100 yards to Gulf beach. Available Dec. 1. (941) 779-9074. WESTBAY POINT AND Moorings: 2BR/2BA water view. January through March. (941) 778-2519. ANNUAL: GULFSIDE! Remodeled 2BR/2BA, with Florida room, washer/dryer, nice, $1,200/month. 1 BR/1BA two blocks from beach, $700/month. No pets. Dolores M. Baker Realty, (941) 778-7500. ANNUAL 3BR/2BA: Holmes Beach. Steps to beach,clean duplex-$1,200/month. (941) 725-0578 or (941) 794-2912. - PRECONSTRUCTION PRICES! Lakefront Hidden Lake condominiums, west Bradenton. Close to beach. Starting at $329,900. Call Cori Woods, (941) 761-0444. NORTH ANNA MARIA: Adorable cottage with views of the bay! $425,000. Please call Maureen, Green Real Estate, (941) 778-0455. WATERFRONT: COLONY Cove, Ellenton. 2BR/ 2BA turnkey furnished. 55-plus, marina, pools, pets OK. $27,500. (941) 721-4890. NORTH POINT HARBOR: Two homes in Island's finest community. Buy both "as is" for $2,450,000. 4BR/3BA elevated home, beautiful views of Tampa Bay, new lap pool, spa, waterfall, seawall and dock. $1,300,000. Also, 2BR/2BA, two-car garage, ranch home, totally remodeled, new seawall, dock and 20,000 pound lift. $1,250,000. Lynn Bankuty, Real- tor, Suncoast Real Estate, (941) 737-1420. HARD TO FIND: Well-maintained west Bradenton duplex. 2BR/1BA each side. Central A/C, concrete block, separate meters, fully rented. Buy today and start collecting checks tomorrow! $179,900. Chard Winheim, Horizon Realty, (941) 713-6743. WATERFRONT PROPERTY 2BR/2BA located on deep-water canal with large dock and views of Tampa Bay. $850,000. (941) 779-1512. THE ISLANDER U NOV. 9. ,2005 B-17 Y N 6,p 778-7777 * WA*v. ftramRelt A James King Painting & Renovation For all your home improvement needs (941) 778-8431 Licensed & Insured The Paver Brick Store 8208 Cortez Road W. 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Jean Holmes Realty, (941) 778-2644 or 730-7017. BEAUTIFUL, NEW, RENOVATED 3BR/2BA Span- ish-style home. Two-minute walk to beach. Fully fur- nished, rental ready. Quiet Holmes Beach private setting on cul-de-sac. Custom details, tile, granite. New cabinets, windows, doors, A/C, ductwork, stainless appliances. Paver drive/patios. (941) 778- 4560. $699,000 MUST SEE: Manufactured home has everything. Colony Cove. 1,600 square feet. Views of Manatee River. 2BR/2BA, pets, 55+, five pools. $65,500. (941) 721-4890. 75 BY 100 FOOT LOT. Holmes Beach, three blocks to Gulf. $400,000. (270) 304-4729. RECENTLY REMODELED CANALFRONT 3BR/ 2BA with pool and spa. New floors, granite, appli- ances, electrical, plumbing. 525 67th St., $1,150,000. (941) 779-1058 or 1-800-757-7219. Agents welcome. 2/2 CANALFRONT HOME: Bradenton Beach. Beautiful views of Palma Sola Bay. Third house from Intracoastal. Dock. Great opportunity at $690,000 "as is" or $750,000 after renovation. Call (813) 781-0842. PERICO BAY CLUB: 2BR/2BA, tiled, major up- grades, overlooking Palm Sola Bay, five minutes to beach. Quiet, gated entry. For sale by owner. (941) 794-8757. SUNNY SHORES: minutes to beaches! 3BR/1BA, one-car garage. Two miles to Coquina Beach. Fully .furnished. Perfect winter retreat or seasonal rental, $159,900. Chard Winheim, Horizon Realty, (941) -713-6743. COSTA RICA: ARE you ready to retire or looking for that dream property? Pacific Ocean and mountain view lots available from 1.5 to 10 acres. Fully titled and ready to build with power and water. Low taxes and building costs, land values rising, fast. From $35,000. Call today (941) 726-6702. RENTALS RENT fast when you advertise in The Islander. A Botanical and W terWonderland This end unit is the largest home for sale in Perico Bay Club. Features include two tiled lanais, wood burning fireplace and fishing in your backyard! You'll enjoy the pool, tennis courts, bike aths, shuffle board and club house in this gated community. O' nly 2 miles from the beach, .$449,900 i : Call Ernie Votaw, Realtor S(941)228-7293 , RI./AAW3 ulfstream. A Kffii Iln Realt WATERFRONT PROPERTIES, RUSKIN: vacant lot, duplex, two great homes ranging in price from $249,000 to $529,000. Be part of a booming area. Judy Erickson, Dickman Realty. 1-800-249-1651 or (813) 468-0288. ON THE BEACH CONDO for sale: 2BR/2BA. Ex- pansive gulf views every room, totally renovated. 'You'll never want to leave'. Turnkey furnished, prin- cipals only, $985,000. (717) 392-4048. CONDO FOR SALE directly on the beach. Spa- cious 3 BR/2BA. large walk-in closets, 2 garages plus storage room. $1,100,000. (717) 392-4048. 2BR/BA COVE at Sandy Pointe Condo. Beautiful view. 3601 E. Bay Drive, #205. $375.000. Call (941) 779-0448. PALMA SOLA BAY furnished townhouse. 2BR/ 2BA, new kitchen and upgradedthroughout. Boat slip at your front door, heated pool. Exceptional value at $379,000. Longboat Key. COZY HOME: 3/ 2/2. A-1. condition. Steps to Sarasota Bay. $739,900. Real Estate Mart. (941) 756-1090. WELCOME BACK NON-resident/foreign nationals: Buy your own island dream home with 30 percent down, no social security number needed. No credit required. Bobby, (941) 744-6909. Also, Re-finance, cash out! NORTH BEACH VILLAGE: 2BR/2.5BA, one-car garage. Unit 24, Holmes Boulevard. $525,000. Excalibur Realty Inc. (941) 792-5566. CONDO FOR SALE by owner. 1BR/1BA, upstairs, furnished. Bay and Gulf water views from balcony and deck. Heated pool. $365,500. (941) 778-9331. WOW! DROP-DEAD gorgeous full bay views. New tile and carpeting. Turnkey furnished. Spotless! Westbay Point and Moorings. $585,000. Call Cindy Grazar (941) 504-6176, or Dick Maher (941) 448- 0758. A Paradise Realty, (941) 778-4800. 2919 AVENUE C: 2BR/2BA, garage, elevated, ex- tra large lot, two blocks to beach. Lots of new stuff! Asking $525,000. (941) 792-8898. OPEN HOUSE: 1-3 pm Saturday, Nov. 12. 607 N. Bay Blvd. 2BR/2BA with bay views. Fran Maxon Real Estate, (941) 778-2307. K A K GulfstIreanm Realty R F 401 Manatee Aenue Holmes Beach YOU DESERVE PROFESSIONALISM AND EASE WHEN BUYING OR SELLING YOUR HOME. .. . W........ .., .. -- Seasonal Rentals For 2006 LAKE BAYSHORE -- 2BR/2BA witn view Sof lake, 55-plus. Three month mini- i- u i.mum. $1,400/month S North Beach Village 2BR/2BA. one block to beach. $2.800/month. Call Judy Karkhoff, Realtor RF/M Gulfstream R i FOM Really tv 941-778-7777 866-266-9911 '.i' sit us at . it'lt'l~islam .re t lstream.coln <.. KEY ROYALE/NORTH Point Harbor: Two homes, next door, in Island's finest community. 4BF/3BA, five-car garage, elevated home, beautiful views of Tampa Bay, new lap pool, spa, waterfall, seawall and dock. $1,249,000. Also, 2BR/2BA, two-car ga- rage, ranch home, new seawall, dock and 20,000- pound lift. $1,249,000. Buy both for $2,450,000! Lynn Bankuty, Realtor, Suncoast Real Estate, (941) 737-1420. 1.2 ACRES ON the Intracoastal in Port St. Joe, Fla. 2BR house. Three miles and you're in the Gulf by boat! $3,500,000. Best deal in Florida! (850) 827-2574. GULFFRONT CONDO: Extraordinary views, up- dated 2BR/2BA split with private elevator. Great rental history. A must see. Open house 1-4pm Sun- day, Nov. 13. Gulfbreeze,.2106 N. Gulf Drive, #D, Bradenton Beach. Lynn Zachos, Keller Williams, agent/owner. (941) 374-1527. LARGE KEY ROYALE canalfront home with dock, davits and boat lift. 4BR/3BA. Turnkey furnished, pool, hot tub, new air conditioning. $1,100,000. Call Dave Jones, (941) 778-4800, A Paradise Realty. WATERFRONT: Sixth house from the bay. New dock and dredged, deep-water canal. $899,000. 504 58th St., Holmes Beach. (941) 778-5183. (941) 704-6062. ENTIRE DUPLEX: $697,700! Near beach. Both 2BR/1 BA. Can rent weekly. Ground level. Gulf Drive at 71stStreet, #205, A and B. Janet, (941) 538- 0233, (941) 780-7283. jmccallie@tampabay.rr.com. Realty Executives Solutions. DOWNTOWN SARASOTA CONDO: Central Park One, large 2BR/2BA, covered parking, pool, bal- cony, porch overlooking creek and bayou. Classy. $389,000. (941) 807-5449. FULL WATERFRONT VIEW from. this 2BR/2BA condo in newly developing Riverwalk area,downtown Bradenton. Pool, clubhouse, Corian counters, more. $389,000. (941) 807-5449. WESTBAY POINT AND Moorings: 2BR/2BA Beau- tiful canalfront furnished condo. $469,000. Coldwell Banker, (941)725-4425. SELL it fast with an ld in The Islander. TRADEWINDS! Rarely available Bradenton Beach 1BR/ 1BA condo with great opportunity for continuous rentals by the day, week, or month! Cute as a button, Key-West style, bay and beach community can be an owner's oasis while produc- ing income at the same time awesome pool area offered at $379,900 Call Rebecca at 941 737-7955 -- -- " STEPS TO THE BEACHI Cozy. Holmes Beach, two unit condo complex holds the: key to your island wishes! 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Enjoy hunting, hiking, horses, great climate. Power, great access. 100 percent financing Call (914) 232-5100. MOUNTAIN HOME, ARKANSAS. Mountain lots $4,995 each. Water, electric, paved streets. Ready to build on. Large fresh water lake w/access. Call 864 647 0817 or 864-247-1539. INVESTORS: GREAT MONEY MAKER SCCurrently renting for $2,900-$3,900/week O" Income will exceed your expectations. One year old 5BR/5BA. Enjoy the convenience of an indoor elevator and outside spiral staircase. Beautifully furnished and tiled throughout. Four-car -. *-.. garage, lush heated pool overlooking the ISLAND DUPLEX: Steps to beach. Reduced to $699,000. bay private dock and great fishing, before remodeling continues. Investors and builders bring your Two canalfront condos side by side. One 2BR/1.5BA and one 1 BR/ Reduced $2,190,000. Virtual tour: imagination. Gulf views possible. 2BR/1BA on large corner lot. 1BA. Two deeded boat docks on sailboat water. Both for only www.llrealtour.com/mls031305/realtor. Anne H bI er, Realtor (941) 713-9835 $725,000, or $350,000 and $375,000 separately. SURFSIDE REALTY Z I - '- : -` ~- -"-~'.' 5 : "'-"' B-20 0 NOV. 9, 2005 T THE ISLANDER of r orp pm lP "CopyrightedMaterial, Syndicated Content r. Available from Commercial News'Providers" -- - C - Wantto keep in touch? Subscribe to the "best news! "Call 941778-7978 and charge itto Visa or MasterCard. WAGNER REALTY R J' 2217 GULF DR. N. BRADENTON BEACH (941) 778-2246 (800) 211-2323 e-mail: ami@wagnerrealty.com www.wagnerrealty.com 'Feaiured i-roperty of ie l I ek ISLAND TOWNHOMES Rare offering of four townhomes with full unobstructed views of the Gulf of Mexico. Unit offers 2BR/2BA, open floor plans, large master suite and balcony and comes turnkey furnished. Dave Moynihan. 778-2246. #511527. $3,200,000 VILLAS AT HOLMES BEACH. Exclusive, town- 'homes being constructed on the Intracoaslal. 3.100+ SF, two-bar garage and large bonus room. , Marble and wood Iloors, gourmet kitchen and much more. Marketed in conjunction with RJ Realty. Karen. Day, 778-2246. #509339.$2.500,000. -,- -- --,- -- PALMA SOLA SOUND-Distinctive 3BR/2BA home, open floor plan, family room rwith fire- place. Large healed pool, from office and only steps to bay. Toni Lupino. 761-3100 4513970. $489,900 ESSENCE OF TROPICAL BLISS Elegantly casual 3BR/2BA Island home only a few sleps to the beach. French doers open onto a large secluded tropical yard with pool/spa. Tiki cabana room with wet bar. Betty Arnold. 761-3100. #512612. $999,999 FABULOUS GULF VIEWS Prime end furnished WIDE OPEN VIEWS-CONDO 2BR/2BA Spec- unit offering spacious floor plan with eat-in lacular view of docks & bay. Sit on your deck or kitchen, breakfast bar, walk-in closets, fireplace in your living room & watch the action. Dolphins and two balconies. Dave Moynihan. 778-2246. playing & water sports. Relaxl Joan.Oliszewski. #507333. $675,000 920-0741.#513174. $569,000 HOLMES BEACH TOWNHOUSE Enjoy MOUNT VERNON LAKEMOUSt Ibi/dZBA spectacular Anna Maria Island in Ihis Holmes light and bright end unit on second floor. Beach 3BR'2BA condo built n 2005. Anderson Turnkey furnished. Glass enclosed lanai over- w.ndrow. wood ilooring and storage. Laurie Del- looking lake. New carpel tile, kitchen appli- latre, 778-2246. # 51513. $735.000. ances, washer/dryer. Active 55- community. Lisa Anthony. 727-2800. #511245. $279,000. a"& C urr_;L UI~---lk~,_l~lll,__IC~I~LISUi~"-" I |